Bird, US
Aaron Bird, Seattle, WA US
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20110022464 | OPTIMIZING ADS BY CUSTOMIZATION FOR A TARGET DEVICE - Computer systems, methods and media for optimizing an advertisement are provided. Creative elements for an ad campaign are received from an advertiser. In response to an ad call from a target device, device information, application information, and user information are accessed. Based on the accessed information and the creative elements of the dynamic creative, a customized ad is created that includes an optimized set of creative elements for the target device and the application such that the user gets an optimized user experience regardless of the target device presenting the ad. | 01-27-2011 |
20130346298 | OFFLINE-SALES ATTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An offline transaction may be attributed to an online activity by receiving a request from a consumer device for a resource that comprises a vendor page. An online-referral source (by which the consumer device identified the vendor page) is determined, and a unique identifier, the online-referral source, and the vendor page are stored in a persistent record. A device-identifier association is created to associate the unique identifier with the consumer device. Subsequently, offline-transaction data is obtained, associating an online-communication address with an offline transaction involving the vendor and an individual or. When a second resource request is received from the consumer device, it is determined to be associated with the unique identifier, and further, that it is associated with the online-communication address and the offline transaction. The vendor is notified that the offline transaction is associated with the online-referral source. | 12-26-2013 |
Benjamin Bird, Jamaica Plain, MA US
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20110142324 | METHOD OF RECONSTITUTING CELLULAR SPECTRA USEFUL FOR DETECTING CELLULAR DISORDERS - Embodiments of the present disclosure provides improved methods for determining the presence of abnormalities in exfoliated cells. In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides methods for reconstructing cellular spectrum of a cell sample by creating a spectral map of the cellular sample, generating a binary mask of the spectral map, removing edge artifacts from each cell, and co-adding spectral data of each pixel corresponding to the cell to reconstruct the spectrum of each cell. | 06-16-2011 |
20120082362 | Method for analyzing biological specimens by spectral imaging - A method for analyzing biological specimens by spectral imaging to provide a medical diagnosis includes obtaining spectral and visual images of biological specimens and registering the images to detect cell abnormalities, pre-cancerous cells, and cancerous cells. This method eliminates the bias and unreliability of diagnoses that is inherent in standard histopathological and other spectral methods. In addition, a method for correcting confounding spectral contributions that are frequently observed in microscopically acquired infrared spectra of cells and tissue includes performing a phase correction on the spectral data. This phase correction method may be used to correct various types of absorption spectra that are contaminated by reflective components. | 04-05-2012 |
20140205172 | METHOD OF RECONSTITUTING CELLULAR SPECTRA USEFUL FOR DETECTING CELLULAR DISORDERS - Embodiments of the present disclosure provides improved methods for determining the presence of abnormalities in exfoliated cells. In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides methods for reconstructing cellular spectrum of a cell sample by creating a spectral map of the cellular sample, generating a binary mask of the spectral map, removing edge artifacts from each cell, and co-adding spectral data of each pixel corresponding to the cell to reconstruct the spectrum of each cell. | 07-24-2014 |
20150019155 | PHASE CORRECTION TO COMPENSATE FOR REFLECTIVE DISTORTIONS OF OPTICAL SPECTRA - Disclosed herein is a process and system to correct reflective distortions of an optical spectrum. In addition, a spectroscopy system that compensates for reflective distortions is disclosed. | 01-15-2015 |
Beth Bird, Chicago, IL US
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20120303382 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SIMULATING A CHANGE TO A PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLAN - Systems and methods for simulating a change to a prescription drug plan may be provided. In response to receiving a request to simulate the change to the prescription drug plan, a prescription drug spend and/or trend application may retrieve data related to the prescription drug plan from a database. A model that includes a plurality of calculations to simulate the change may be applied to the retrieved data A user computing device may be provided with an indication of an impact on the prescription drug plan responsive to the at least one change based at least in part on the application of the model to the retrieved data. The modeling of the change may be related, for example, to an option to reduce spend and/or trend as determined by the spend and/or trend application. | 11-29-2012 |
Brian Alexander Bird US
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20110226111 | Vinyl Composition Tile Cutter - A VCT tile cutter comprises a movable top blade and a fixed bottom blade capable of shearing a VCT tile. The cutter includes a blade carrier in which the top blade can be slid horizontally in relation to the fixed position of the bottom blade beneath it. In this way, an outer edge of the top blade can be slid horizontally and positioned over a point in a tile that corresponds to the end point of a desired partial cut in the tile. When a crankshaft mechanism is activated, the blade creates a partial cut in the tile from the perimeter of the tile to a point in the tile corresponding to the location of the end of the movable blade. The blade may be straight or faceted and may have partially or completely relieved edges to enhance the capability of the cutter to perform partial cuts in the tile. | 09-22-2011 |
Charles R. Bird, Milford, IN US
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20090314213 | PAN BREEDER FEEDER - A feeder assembly is used in a feed distribution system having a feed supply conduit. The feeder assembly includes an elongated pan member. The feeder assembly includes first and second fill ports for receiving feed from the feed supply conduit and for providing feed onto a base portion of the pan member. Each fill port provides feed to a separate portion of the base portion of the elongated pan member. The fill ports are defined through an outer grill member having an elongated rim member which is operatively associated with the pan member. First and second drop tube members are associated with the first and second fill ports to direct (feed flowing through the fill ports through first and second lower feed gates and onto the pan member. The drop tube members may have brood gates provided therethrough for providing a raised level of feed in the pan member. | 12-24-2009 |
20100043714 | PAN BREEDER FEEDER - A feeder assembly is used in a feed distribution system having a feed supply conduit. The feeder assembly includes a pan member, which is preferably elongated in configuration, in a shape of two intersecting circles. The feeder assembly also includes at least one fill port for receiving feed from the feed supply conduit and for providing feed onto a base portion of the pan member. The at least one fill port is defined through an outer grill member which is operatively associated with the pan member. Like the pan member, the outer grill member has a rim member which is preferably elongated in configuration, in a shape of two intersecting circles. The outer grill member defines a plurality of apertures therethrough through which birds can eat the feed presented on the base portion of the pan member. | 02-25-2010 |
20110079180 | PAN BREEDER FEEDER - A feed distribution system has a feed supply conduit and a feeder. The conduit is configured to move feed therethrough. At least a portion of the conduit defines a longitudinal axis. The feeder has a pan and first and second fill ports for receiving the feed moving through the conduit and for providing the feed to the pan. Each port defines a first opening at which feed flows into the port from the conduit and a second opening at which feed flows out of the port and onto the pan, wherein the first and second openings of each port define centers thereof. The center of the first opening of each port is provided along the axis of the conduit. The center of the second opening of each port is offset from the center of the first opening of each port and from the axis of the conduit. | 04-07-2011 |
Chester D. Bird, Mint Hill, NC US
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20120276291 | Methods and Apparatuses for Reducing Gelation of Glass Precursor Materials During Vaporization - Methods and apparatuses for vaporizing liquid precursor material for use in a vapor deposition process are disclosed. The method for vaporizing liquid precursor material includes introducing a flow of liquid precursor material into an expansion chamber and directing the flow of liquid precursor material towards a wall of the chamber. The wall of the chamber is heated to a temperature sufficient to vaporize a first portion of the flow of liquid precursor material while a second portion of the flow of liquid precursor material remains in a liquid state and a third portion of the liquid precursor material is formed into gel. The expansion chamber is continuously drained as the flow of liquid precursor material is introduced into the expansion chamber. The chamber is heated to a temperature to produce a sufficient amount of the second portion of the liquid precursor material to flush the gel from the chamber. | 11-01-2012 |
Christian Bird, Seattle, WA US
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20140053135 | PREDICTING SOFTWARE BUILD ERRORS - Systems and methods for predicting a software build error are described herein. In one example, a method includes detecting a plurality of changes in software. The method also includes identifying a plurality of change lists, wherein a change list is identified for each of the plurality of changes in the software. Additionally, the method includes identifying a characteristic for each change list in the plurality of change lists. Furthermore, the method includes calculating a plurality of probabilities based at least in part on the characteristic of each of the plurality of change lists, wherein each of the probabilities indicates the likelihood of one of the plurality of change lists creating the software build error. The method also includes reporting the plurality of probabilities of the software build error. | 02-20-2014 |
Christian A. Bird, Bellevue, WA US
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20120331439 | SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AUTOMATED ANALYTICS - The discussion relates to software development automated analytics. One example can access a database related to a software development project. The database can include both software code and non-code metadata. The example can analyze the non-code metadata and the software code to identify parameters. It can relate the parameters to aspects of the software development project. The example can cause a graphical user interface to be presented that conveys an individual aspect. | 12-27-2012 |
Connie E. Bird, Rocky Hill, CT US
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20080271595 | LIGHTWEIGHT PROJECTILE RESISTANT ARMOR SYSTEM - An armor system with a lightweight armored panel manufactured as a multi-material structure having a multiple of layers including a hard ballistic material layer of a Ceramic/CMC (Ceramic Matrix Composite) hybrid armor material capable of defeating ballistic threats. | 11-06-2008 |
20100021791 | ASYMMETRIC DOVETAIL INTERCONNECT FOR SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELL - An interconnect for a solid oxide fuel cell includes a conductive structure having first portions defining a first contact zone, second portions defining a second contact zone which is spaced from the first contact zone, and intermediate portions extending between the first and second portions, wherein the intermediate portions are joined to the first portions through first corners, and wherein the intermediate portions are joined to the second portions through second corners, and wherein the first corners have a smaller radius than the second corners. | 01-28-2010 |
20100209800 | FUEL CELL REPEATER UNIT - An example fuel cell repeater includes a separator plate and a frame establishing at least a portion of a flow path that is operative to communicate fuel to or from at least one fuel cell held by the frame relative to the separator plate. The flow path has a perimeter and any fuel within the perimeter flow across the at least one fuel cell in a first direction. The separator plate, the frame, or both establish at least one conduit positioned outside the flow path perimeter. The conduit is outside of the flow path perimeter and is configured to direct flow in a second, different direction. The conduit is fluidly coupled with the flow path. | 08-19-2010 |
20100248065 | FUEL CELL REPEATER UNIT - An example fuel cell repeater includes a separator plate and a frame establishing at least a portion of a flow path that is operative to communicate fuel to or from at least one fuel cell held by the frame relative to the separator plate. The flow path has a perimeter and any fuel within the perimeter flow across the at least one fuel cell in a first direction. The separator plate, the frame, or both establish at least one conduit positioned outside the flow path perimeter. The conduit is outside of the flow path perimeter and is configured to direct flow in a second, different direction. The conduit is fluidly coupled with the flow path. | 09-30-2010 |
20130055881 | NON-CERAMIC STRUCTURAL PANEL WITH BALLISTIC PROTECTION - An armor panel includes a multiple of pins which penetrate a first skin, a high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composite material layer and a second skin which integrates ballistic protection into load bearing structure. | 03-07-2013 |
20130251446 | SIMPLE CMC FASTENING SYSTEM - A simple ceramic matrix composite fastening system that is utilized for attaching components of dissimilar materials, particularly, ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) and metallic engine components. The system is comprised of a detachable subassembly bracket fabricated from metal. The bracket has a metallic engine component attached to one end and a CMC component attached to the other end. The bracket releasably secures the CMC and the metallic component together using rivets or pins, which are inserted into holes through the CMC to securely fasten the adjoining parts. | 09-26-2013 |
20130302716 | FUEL CELL REPEATER UNIT - An example interconnector of a fuel cell repeater unit includes a dimpled interconnector of a fuel cell repeater unit. The dimpled interconnector establishes at least a portion of an interconnector flow path operative to communicate airflow through the fuel cell repeater unit, the dimpled interconnector having a plurality of dimples. | 11-14-2013 |
20130340601 | STRUCTURAL PANEL WITH BALLISTIC PROTECTION - An armor system which integrates ballistic protection into load bearing structure. Each armored panel is manufactured as a sandwich structure having a multiple of layers including a hard ballistic material layer of a Ceramic/CMC hybrid armor material capable of defeating high velocity Armor Piercing projectiles. | 12-26-2013 |
20130340602 | LIGHTWEIGHT PROJECTILE RESISTANT ARMOR SYSTEM WITH SURFACE ENHANCEMENT - An armor system with a lightweight armored panel manufactured as a multi-material structure having a multiple of layers including a hard ballistic material layer of a Ceramic/CMC (Ceramic Matrix Composite) hybrid armor material capable of defeating ballistic threats. The monolithic ceramic layer includes a surface enhancement to the expected projectile impact face of a minimal weight yet which provides significant ballistic performance improvement. | 12-26-2013 |
20140137724 | STRUCTURAL BALLISTIC PROTECTION PANEL - According an embodiment, a structural panel includes, among other things, a stiff composite material that establishes a base layer of the panel. A high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composite material establishes a ballistic protection layer of the panel that is secured to the base layer. A second composite material layer received against the ballistic protection layer such that the ballistic protection layer is situated between the second composite material layer and the base layer for providing a depth for recessed features. | 05-22-2014 |
20140238224 | BALLISTIC PROTECTION MATERIAL - According to an embodiment, a ballistic protection material includes a strike face layer having a first thickness. The strike face layer is configured to distort an outer surface on a projectile that contacts the strike face layer. A ballistic layer is configured to hinder continued movement of a projectile that has passed through the strike face layer. A spacer layer is situated between the strike face layer and the ballistic layer. The spacer layer has a second thickness that is greater than the first thickness. The second thickness of the spacer layer provides a selected distance between the strike face layer and the ballistic layer. | 08-28-2014 |
C. Roger Bird, Phoenix, AZ US
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20110153351 | COLLABORATIVE MEDICAL IMAGING WEB APPLICATION - A system and method for acquiring, hosting and distributing medical images for healthcare professionals. The system can include a database for storing private health information split from a medical imaging record. The system can also include a repository for storing at least one anonymized image split from the medical record. The anonymized images are parsed into a schema upon request with the schema provided in response to the request. The schema can define a structure mapping the anonymized images into a study. The personal information can be joined with the anonymized images to form medical imaging records into the study according to the structure. One or more participant devices in communication with the medical information network can provide collaborative features having application level capabilities that access, process, analyze or augment the personal information from the database and the non-personal information from the repository split from the medical imaging records. | 06-23-2011 |
20120070045 | GLOBAL MEDICAL IMAGING REPOSITORY - A system and method for acquiring, hosting and distributing medical images for healthcare professionals. In one illustrative embodiment, the system can include a database for storing private health information split from a medical imaging record. The private health information can be encrypted before being stored within a database. The system can also include a repository for storing at least one anonymized image split from the medical record. The repository can include a number of functionally equivalent servers horizontally scalable to store the at least one anonymized image. The private health information and the at least one anonymized image split from the medical record can be joined at a target node. The private health information can be decrypted on the target node and coupled with the at least one anonymized image to reform the record. The database and the repository can both be provided on cloud services. | 03-22-2012 |
David Bird, Superior Township, MI US
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20110275506 | Low iron high transmission glass with boron oxide for improved optics, durability and refining, and corresponding method - This invention relates to a high transmission low iron glass that includes boron oxide. The boron oxide, added to this low iron glass, has the effect of improving glass refining, homogeneity and quality (lower seed count) through its flux action and improves glass optical parameters of green and clear glass through the change in refractive index and surface tension. Boron oxide lends to broader and weaker absorption band of such transition element(s) as iron which additionally improves the transmittance of low iron clear glass in certain example embodiments of this invention. In certain example embodiments, the addition of boron oxide in certain quantities in advantageous in that it improves the chemical durability of the glass by decreasing the USPX (or USPXIII) value of the glass via suppression of the silica, sodium ions in the glass structure. | 11-10-2011 |
David G. Bird, Westminster, CO US
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20090102714 | GNSS post positioning with selected precision - A computer apparatus for post positioning with a selected precision. The apparatus includes a GNSS post processor to post process reference GNSS carrier phases from a reference system and rover GNSS carrier phases from a rover receiver to compute a secure position for the rover receiver not available to a user. The apparatus includes a vector offset generator to use the selected precision to compute a dither level for offset vectors to degrade an intrinsic precision of the secure position to provide a user-available position for the rover receiver at the selected precision. | 04-23-2009 |
20090140914 | GNSS post positioning with elongated dither sequence - A computer apparatus for post positioning with a selected precision. The apparatus includes a GNSS post processor to post process reference GNSS carrier phases from a reference system and rover GNSS carrier phases from a rover receiver to compute a secure position for the rover receiver not available to a user. The apparatus includes a random process generator to generate a sequence of offset vectors to dither the secure position according to a computed dither level to provide the selected precision for a user-available position for the rover receiver. | 06-04-2009 |
20140132443 | GNSS Rover having Subscribed Precision - This application discloses a GNSS rover having a data receiver, a position processor and a vector error reverser. The data receiver receives GNSS position-determination reference data based on a reference erroneous position having one or more keyed intentional errors made confidential with confidential error keys. The position processor uses the GNSS position-determination reference data to determine a rover erroneous position corresponding to the reference erroneous position. The vector error reverser uses confidential access to at least one confidential error key to reverse the corresponding confidential keyed intentional error in the rover erroneous position to determine a subscribed rover position. | 05-15-2014 |
20140132444 | GNSS Reference for Subscribed Precisions - This application discloses a GNSS reference apparatus having a vector error generator and a reference data server. The vector error generator generates one or more sequences of keyed intentional errors made confidential with confidential error keys, and then combines the sequences to generate a sequence of reference erroneous positions. The reference data server issues GNSS position-determination reference data based on the reference erroneous positions where the keyed intentional errors for at least one of the confidential sequences are reversible with confidential access to the corresponding confidential error key for determining a GNSS-based position. | 05-15-2014 |
Derek Bird, Murrysville, PA US
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20110185570 | SYSTEM FOR RESTORING TURBINE VANE ATTACHMENT SYSTEMS IN A TURBINE ENGINE - A system and method for repairing turbine vane attachment systems in a turbine engine. In at least one embodiment, the invention may be directed to a system and method for repairing wear on a diaphragm hook fit configured to attach diaphragm airfoils, such as stationary turbine vanes, to a combustion turbine case. The restoration system may be formed from a carriage assembly having an assortment of material processing implements usable to build up material in the worn locations of the turbine vane attachment system to reestablish a diaphragm hook fit within the specified tolerances. The restoration system may be configured so that the restoration process may occur without removing a rotor assembly, which can reduce the repair time by about two weeks. Thus, use of the restoration system can result in a significant time and cost savings. | 08-04-2011 |
Douglas Bird, Little Canada, MN US
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20110147549 | MOUNTING BRACKET FOR USE WITH A WATER HEATER - A mounting bracket for mounting a temperature sensor, a gas valve, a power delivery unit, a controller and/or any other suitable object or device to a water heater tank. An illustrative but non-limiting example may be found in a mounting bracket that includes a polymeric body that has a sensor portion configured to receive a temperature sensor. The sensor portion may have a distal end that extends into and supports the temperature sensor within the water heater tank. The polymeric body may also includes a threaded portion that is configured to threadably engage a threaded spud in a water heater tank such that the distal end of the sensor portion extends into the water tank of the water heater. | 06-23-2011 |
20140199640 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING AN IGNITION SEQUENCE FOR AN INTERMITTENT FLAME-POWERED PILOT COMBUSTION SYSTEM - A locally powered intermittent pilot combustion controller may include an igniter, a thermal electric and/or photoelectric device that produces an electrical signal having power when exposed to a flame, and a local power source for providing power when the thermal electric and/or photoelectric device is not exposed to a flame. In some cases, the intermittent pilot combustion controller may include a memory for storing information about an ignition sequence for igniting a pilot flame, and a controller coupled to the memory. The controller may be configured to initiate the ignition sequence of the pilot flame using information stored in the memory, determine whether the ignition was successful by monitoring the electrical signal produced by the thermal electric and/or photoelectric device, and adjust the information stored in the memory based on whether the ignition sequence completed successfully. | 07-17-2014 |
20140199641 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR STARTING AN INTERMITTENT FLAME-POWERED PILOT COMBUSTION SYSTEM - A flame powered intermittent pilot combustion controller may include a first power source and a second power source separate from the first power source, a thermal electric and/or photoelectric device, an igniter and a controller. The thermal electric and/or photoelectric device may charge the first power source when exposed to a flame. The controller and the igniter may receive power from the first power source when the first power source has sufficient available power, and may receive power from the second power source when the first power source does not have sufficient available power. | 07-17-2014 |
Douglas D. Bird, Little Canada, MN US
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20090308372 | SELECTABLE EFFICIENCY VERSUS COMFORT FOR MODULATING FURNACE - A furnace controller for a modulating furnace that helps provide a balance between energy efficiency and occupant comfort across various burner firing rates and/or across various circulating blower speeds. In some cases, the furnace controller can be configured to permit a user to customize operation of the furnace in accordance with their particular needs and/or desires with respect to efficiency and comfort. A selection may be made between an energy efficiency setting and a user comfort setting. Then, a plenum parameter such as a discharge air temperature (DAT) or discharge air flow (DAF) may be regulated in accordance with the selected setting. | 12-17-2009 |
20100009302 | BURNER FIRING RATE DETERMINATION FOR MODULATING FURNACE - A modulating furnace having a variable rate burner and a controller is operated at a first burner firing rate for a first period of time, and a higher burner firing rate once the first period of time has expired. In some instances, the burner may be operated only while the controller is receiving a call for heat from a thermostat or the like. | 01-14-2010 |
20120130542 | BURNER FIRING RATE DETERMINATION FOR MODULATING FURNACE - A modulating furnace having a variable rate burner and a controller is operated at a first burner firing rate for a first period of time, and a higher burner firing rate once the first period of time has expired. In some instances, the burner may be operated only while the controller is receiving a call for heat from a thermostat or the like. | 05-24-2012 |
Edwin A. Bird, Ashdown, AK US
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20120205909 | Split-Ring Gland Pipe Coupling with Corrugated Armor - A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap. The pipe coupling includes an armor positioned to span the gap between the spaced ends to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion having a plurality of corrugations engaging the split-ring gland and the gasket during compression of the gasket. The armor is cold formed to improve structural strength and durability. | 08-16-2012 |
20130111732 | SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR - A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap. The pipe coupling includes an armor positioned to span the gap between the spaced ends to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion having a plurality of corrugations engaging the split-ring gland and the gasket during compression of the gasket. The armor is cold formed to improve structural strength and durability. | 05-09-2013 |
20130119658 | SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR - A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap, and abutting ends configured to be bolted together via apertures tangential to the gland members so as to avoid outward scissoring. | 05-16-2013 |
20130193685 | SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR AND ANNULAR GASKET HAVING PRESSURE ASSIST SLOT - A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and an annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap, which is spanned by an armor positioned in the gap to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion engaging the gasket during compression. The gasket includes a pressure assist slot configured to receive pressurized fluid leaking from the pipes and a plurality of cross grooves ensuring continued fluid communication with the pressure assist slot. The gasket also includes ribs engaging the split-ring gland and the armor to reduce or eliminate added lubrication necessary. | 08-01-2013 |
20150021910 | SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR - A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap. The pipe coupling includes an armor positioned to span the gap between the spaced ends to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion having a plurality of corrugations engaging the split-ring gland and the gasket during compression of the gasket. The armor is cold formed to improve structural strength and durability. | 01-22-2015 |
Elouise R. Bird, Sandy, UT US
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20090142534 | Impact-Attenuating, Firm, Stable, and Slip Resistant Surface System and Method for Providing Same - A system and method of providing a wheelchair accessible path through a variety of impact attenuating surfaces including loose fill materials. The combination of a tarmac and loose fill material provides an ASTM compliant impact attenuating surface for playgrounds and other activities. The modular tarmac 15 is also used in wet conditions to improve the traction and impact attenuation over traditional materials used in water parks, and also for reducing wear to park patrons' feet. | 06-04-2009 |
Eric Thomas Bird, Weatherford, TX US
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20110180656 | Method and Apparatus for Aircraft Sensor and Actuator Failure Protection Using Reconfigurable Flight Control Laws - A method and apparatus for reconfiguring flight control of an aircraft during a failure while the aircraft is flying. The method and apparatus provide a control law that is software-implemented and configured to automatically send flight control data to a mixing/mapping matrix and a reconfiguration management tool configured to communicate with the mixing/mapping matrix in order to safely transfer authority from a failed actuator to a back-up actuator. A sensor management tool is provided for input to the reconfiguration management tool in order to smooth any transient conditions that may occur during reconfiguration. The method and apparatus provide for a way of smoothing any possible transient situation that might otherwise occur by employment of a fader, the fader being used to gradually convert positioning of failed actuators and positioning of reconfigured actuators. | 07-28-2011 |
20140005862 | Method and Apparatus for Aircraft Sensor and Actuator Failure Protection Using Reconfigurable Flight Control Laws | 01-02-2014 |
20140316615 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AIRCRAFT SENSOR AND ACTUATOR FAILURE PROTECTION USING RECONFIGURABLE FLIGHT CONTROL LAWS - A method and apparatus for reconfiguring flight control of an aircraft during a failure while the aircraft is flying. The method and apparatus provide a control law that is software-implemented and configured to automatically send flight control data to a mixing/mapping matrix. The method and apparatus also provide a reconfiguration management tool configured to communicate with the mixing/mapping matrix in order to safely transfer authority from a failed actuator to a back-up actuator. The method and apparatus also provide a sensor management tool for providing input to the reconfiguration management tool in order to smooth any transient conditions that may occur during reconfiguration. The method and apparatus provide for a way of smoothing any possible transient situation that might otherwise occur by employment of a fader, the fader being used to gradually convert positioning of failed actuators and positioning of reconfigured actuators. An exemplary aircraft for using the method and apparatus of a reconfigurable flight control system is a quad tilt rotor. The quad tilt rotor provides a variety of redundant and back-actuators, as such, having a robust and highly qualified reconfigurable flight control system is very desirable. | 10-23-2014 |
Erin Bird, Salado, TX US
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20110073108 | Portable Sedation Apparatus And Related Method - Various embodiments of the invention may provide a breathing and/or anesthetic unit that is portable, compact, inexpensive, and convenient, and which may expedite medical procedures by allowing a health care provider to quickly sedate a patient. Such a unit may be ideal for minor medical procedures needing mild or moderate analgesia/sedation (e.g., <30 minutes) in various fields. Such a unit may include (i) a handheld gas supply container including a therapeutic amount of anesthetic gas; (ii) a mask; (iii) a single-use, uninterruptable flow coupler to couple the mask to the supply container; and (iv) a handheld, self-contained, recovery gas container, including a negative pressure, coupled to the mask. | 03-31-2011 |
20120046672 | ENDOSCOPIC SUTURE SYSTEMS - A surgical instrument for applying sutures to tissue includes a needle deployment mechanism and a catch mechanism. In some embodiments, the needle deployment mechanism employs a linear path. Alternatively, it can employ a curved needle. The surgical instrument may include a rotatable head, a bend, and/or a malleable elongated body member formable into various shapes. | 02-23-2012 |
20120285453 | Portable Sedation Apparatus And Related Method - Various embodiments of the invention may provide a breathing and/or anesthetic unit that is portable, compact, inexpensive, and convenient, and which may expedite medical procedures by allowing a health care provider to quickly sedate a. patient. Such a unit may be ideal for minor medical procedures needing mild or moderate analgesia/sedation (e.g., <30 minutes) in various fields. Such a unit may include (i) a handheld gas supply container including a therapeutic amount of anesthetic gas; (ii) a mask; (iii) a single-use, uninterruptable flow coupler to couple the mask to the supply container; and (iv) a handheld, self-contained, recovery gas container, including a negative pressure, coupled to the mask. | 11-15-2012 |
20150053208 | Portable Sedation Apparatus and Related Method - Various embodiments of the invention may provide a breathing and/or anesthetic unit that is portable, compact, inexpensive, and convenient, and which may expedite medical procedures by allowing a health care provider to quickly sedate a patient. Such a unit may be ideal for minor medical procedures needing mild or moderate analgesia/sedation (e.g., <30 minutes) in various fields. Such a unit may include (i) a handheld gas supply container including a therapeutic amount of anesthetic gas; (ii) a mask; (iii) a single-use, uninterruptable flow coupler to couple the mask to the supply container; and (iv) a handheld, self-contained, recovery gas container, including a negative pressure, coupled to the mask. | 02-26-2015 |
Forrest M. Bird, Sandpoint, ID US
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20100125227 | Manual Controlled Bi-Phasic Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation and Methods - The method and system ventilates a patient's airway during the inspiratory phase and expiratory phase from a source of pressurized gas, typically from a compressor. The system and method supplies, to the patient airway during the inspiratory phase, a plurality of pulses of small volumes of gas from the gas source, and adds, in succession, pulses of small volumes of gas to provide successively greater volumes of gas successively increasing in pulsatile form the pressure of the gas in the patient's airway. This addition of successively greater volumes of gas serves to provide diffusive ventilation to the patient during the inspiratory phase, and, permits the patient to exhale during the expiratory phase. | 05-20-2010 |
Gregory Bird, Pelham, NH US
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20100273704 | METHODS OF MODULATING CELLULAR HOMEOSTATIC PATHWAYS AND CELLULAR SURVIVAL - The invention provides composition and therapeutic, methods for modulating homeostatic pathways that are useful in treatment, and prevention of diabetes, diabetes associated disorders, metabolic disorders and cancer. | 10-28-2010 |
20120141527 | STRUCTURED VIRAL PEPTIDE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - The invention provides structurally constrained viral peptides for use as therapeutic and vaccination agents, and for the production of antibodies for use in a number of applications including as therapeutic agents. The invention further provides methods and kits for use of the structurally constrained peptides and antibodies of the instant invention. The invention is based, at least in part, on the result provided herein demonstrating that viral hydrocarbon stapled helical peptides display excellent proteolytic, acid, and thermal stability, restore the native helical structure of the peptide, are highly effective in interfering with the viral fusogenic process, and possess superior pharmacokinetic properties compared to the corresponding unmodified peptides. | 06-07-2012 |
20130157942 | STABILIZED INSULINOTROPIC PEPTIDES AND METHODS OF USE - The present invention provides stably cross-linked insulionotropic polypeptides having superior and un-expected benefits in the treatment of conditions involving abnormal glucose homeostasis, e.g., type 2 diabetes and conditions relating to type 2 diabetes. Such benefits include, but are not limited to, extended polypeptide half-life, enhanced alpha-helicity, improved thermal stability and protease resistance, increased functional activity and pharmacologic properties, improved bioavailability when administered by any route, and improved bioavailability and gastrointestinal absorption when delivered orally, as compared to the corresponding unmodified polypeptides. The invention also provides compositions for administering the polypeptides of the invention, as well as methods for pre-paring and evaluating the polypeptides of the invention. | 06-20-2013 |
Gregory H. Bird, Pelham, NH US
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20100286057 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR MODULATING BCL-2 FAMILY POLYPEPTIDES - The present invention is based, at least in part, on the identification of a novel active site on BCL-2 family polypeptide such as BAX, which when bound by a compound, modifies the activity of the BCL-2 family polypeptide. | 11-11-2010 |
20140113857 | TARGETING DEREGULATED WNT SIGNALING IN CANCER USING STABILIZED ALPHA-HELICES OF BCL-9 - The invention provides structurally-constrained peptides by hydrocarbon stapling of a BCL9 HD2 helix for use as a therapeutic agent. The invention further provides methods and kits for use of the structurally-constrained peptide of the instant invention. The invention is based, at least in part, on the results provided herein demonstrating that hydrocarbon stapled helical peptides display excellent proteolytic, acid, and thermal stability, restore the native helical structure of the peptide, possess superior pharmacokinetic properties compared to the corresponding unmodified peptides, and are highly effective in binding to β-catenin in vitro, in cellulo, and in vivo, disrupting the BCL-9/β-catenin interaction, and thereby interfering with deregulated Wnt/β-catenin signaling for therapeutic benefit in a variety of human diseases including human cancer. | 04-24-2014 |
20140370042 | Stabilized Antiviral Fusion Helices - Internally cross-linked peptides useful for interfering with Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infection is based on RSV-F protein. These peptides are capable of reducing infection in cellular and animal models. | 12-18-2014 |
Gregory M. Bird, Solon, OH US
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20090248198 | RETAIL SHELF SUPPLY MONITORING SYSTEM - An inventory shelf monitoring system includes a plurality of track systems located on at least one shelf of a retail or warehouse establishment. Each track system includes a sensor and actuator that determines the position of a product pusher. The identity and location of the product pusher, for each track system on the at least one shelf, is sent to a data acquisition and transmitter circuit that assembles, formats, and transmits pusher position data to a central receiver, which receives corresponding data from all shelves employing the system in the retail or warehouse establishment. The data is then transmitted to a central processing unit in a user device that maintains data corresponding to product count, availability, and activity associated with each track unit of each shelf employing the system in the retail or warehouse establishment. Inventory control, the prevention of out-of-stock situations, and the assessment of activity indicative of theft or accident is thus monitored in real time for prompt remedial action. | 10-01-2009 |
20110127226 | INFANT FORMULA MERCHANDISER - A merchandise dispensing apparatus providing theft deterrence includes a product support defining a pathway for supporting a plurality of products in at least one column, and a dispenser mounted to an accessible portion of the product support for selectively presenting an associated lead product in the at least one column for removal from the product support. The dispenser is moveable between a first position blocking access to the product support, and a second position permitting access to the associated lead product in the at least one column while restricting access to any remaining associated products in the at least one column. The dispenser, when moved from the first position to the second position, is configured to move the associated lead product in a direction away from the product support. | 06-02-2011 |
20120062380 | "INVISI WALL" ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - A system which monitors a display of products includes a motion detection unit. The motion detection unit is configured to receive an electromagnetic signal from a sensor concerning a portion of a plane disposed between at least one product held in a display and an individual. Further, the motion detection unit determines whether the portion of the plane is breached based on temporal deviations in the electromagnetic signal and, in response to determining a breach, generates a notification of the breach. | 03-15-2012 |
20120067917 | LOSS PREVENTION MERCHANDISER - A merchandise dispensing apparatus for providing theft deterrence includes a housing defining an interior space adapted to hold a plurality of associated products. A vending door is mounted to the housing for selectively allowing access to the interior space. A bar is provided on which the associated products are supported, the bar extending in the interior space of the housing. An advancing assembly is disposed in the housing for urging product supported on the bar in a direction towards the vending door. | 03-22-2012 |
20120073174 | LABEL HOLDER - A single panel label holder for a product display supports a label for display to shoppers. The single panel traps the label against an adjacent surface of a corresponding shelf. The label holder can include a clip member for securing the label holder to the shelf. | 03-29-2012 |
20120103922 | PRODUCT MERCHANDISER - A shelf security system in the form of a merchandising shelf having a support member for supporting at least one associated object for display and/or dispensing. The support member defines longitudinal pathway along which the associated at least one object can travel from a rear position to a front position. A moveable retainer is operatively connected to the support member. The retainer is moveable between a first position at least partially obstructing the pathway thereby restricting forward movement of the at least one associated object beyond the front position, to a second position allowing further forward movement of the at least one associated object for removal of same from the support member. The retainer extends substantially across a width of the pathway. | 05-03-2012 |
20120285906 | MERCHANDISE SECURITY SYSTEM - A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot. | 11-15-2012 |
20130024023 | RETAIL SHELF SUPPLY MONITORING SYSTEM - An inventory shelf monitoring system includes a plurality of track systems located on at least one shelf of a retail or warehouse establishment. Each track system includes a sensor and actuator that determines the position of a product pusher. The identity and location of the product pusher, for each track system on the shelf, is sent to a data acquisition and transmitter circuit that assembles, formats, and transmits pusher position data to a central receiver. The data is then transmitted to a central processing unit in a user device that maintains data corresponding to product count, availability, and activity associated with each track unit of each shelf employing the system. Inventory control, the prevention of out-of-stock situations, and the assessment of activity indicative of theft or accident is thus monitored in real time for prompt remedial action. | 01-24-2013 |
20130061500 | LABEL HOLDER - A single panel label holder for a product display supports a label for display to shoppers. The single panel traps the label against an adjacent surface of a corresponding shelf. The label holder includes a member for securing the label holder to the shelf. The securing member can include a clip for selectively mounting the label holder to a return flange of a shelf. Alternatively, an adhesive portion is employed to adhere the label holder to the shelf. The securing member could include an end wall joined to a lower wall via a hinge with the end wall extending over a distal end of a return flange of the shelf. Or, the securing member could include at least one flexible fin which engages a return flange of the shelf. A rear surface of the single panel can be textured or provided with protrusions, nubs, etc. | 03-14-2013 |
20130062295 | TRACK AND DIVIDER ASSEMBLY - A merchandise display system includes a base and divider assembly, wherein the base and divider assembly includes a base portion adapted for operative coupling to a front rail and a divider portion for dividing displayed merchandise into rows, wherein the divider portion protrudes from the base portion. A pusher track is defined on one of the base portion and the divider portion and accommodates a spring urged pusher. A flange protrudes away from the divider such that the flange extends in a direction away from the track. | 03-14-2013 |
20130078035 | FRONT RAIL FOR MERCHANDISING SYSTEM - A merchandising system includes a front rail which is adapted to be selectively mounted to an associated shelf. The front rail includes a fastener element which is of one piece with the front rail. The fastener element selectively secures the front rail to the associated shelf. | 03-28-2013 |
20130213906 | MERCHANDISE SECURITY SYSTEM - A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot. | 08-22-2013 |
20130270204 | BASE AND DIVIDER ASSEMBLY - A base and divider assembly includes an elongated base portion and an elongated divider portion which is adapted to be selectively coupled to the base portion. The divider portion includes a plurality of spaced first connection elements extending along a longitudinal axis of the divider portion, and the base portion includes a plurality of spaced second connection elements extending along a longitudinal axis of the base portion. The first and second connection elements are adapted to cooperate so that the divided portion can be selectively mounted to the base portion. | 10-17-2013 |
20140034590 | SLIDING AND PIVOTING RETAINER - A merchandising security system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and at least one product barrier movably mounted to the support. The at least one product barrier extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The product barrier is at least one of slidably mounted in relation to the support and pivotably mounted in relation to the support, wherein the product barrier includes first and second members which cooperate to retard a forward movement of an associated object supported on the first associated merchandising structure. At least one of the first and second members is mounted in relation to the support via a hinge. | 02-06-2014 |
20140034591 | ADJUSTABLE MOUNTING STRUCTURE FOR A SHELVING SYSTEM - A shelf system includes a support member that accommodates an associated object for display and dispensing. The support member includes a front end and a rear end. A mounting portion is disposed adjacent the support member rear end. The mounting portion includes a first member which connects to an associated upright and a second member which is operatively connected to the support member. A pin is connected to one of the first and second members and a sleeve is connected to the other of the first and second members, wherein the sleeve selectively accommodates the pin. A fastener is provided for selectively securing the pin in the sleeve. | 02-06-2014 |
20140166598 | MERCHANDISE SECURITY SYSTEM - A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot. | 06-19-2014 |
20140190917 | LATCHING SYSTEM FOR A MERCHANDISING APPARATUS - A latching system for a gravity fed merchandising apparatus includes a shelf slidably mounted between a first and a second side bracket, the shelf being adapted to move between a vending position and a stocking position. A first latch member is operably mounted to one of the shelf and the first side bracket and a second latch member is operably mounted to one of the shelf and the second side bracket. The first and second latch members are located adjacent opposed side edges of the shelf. Each of the first and second latch members is resiliently biased to an extended position. An actuating device is provided for moving the first and second latch members to a respective retracted position allowing the shelf to slide from the vending position to the stocking position. | 07-10-2014 |
20140263112 | PRODUCT MERCHANDISER - A retainer assembly for an associated merchandising structure includes a planar divider mounted to the associated merchandising structure with the divider including a first side, a second side, a front end and a rear end. A first retainer is pivotally mounted to a first side of the divider adjacent the front end thereof. A second retainer is pivotally mounted to the second side of the divider adjacent the front end thereof. The first and second retainers are biased into an orientation normal to the plane of the divider. Each of the first and second retainers is adapted to pivot omnidirectionally in relation to the plane of the divider. | 09-18-2014 |
20140263133 | ADAPTER CLIP - The present disclosure pertains to a divider including an elongated base member having a first surface configured to abut a shelf and an opposite second surface. A divider wall extends from the second surface of the elongated base member. A recess portion is located along the first surface and is configured to be connectable to a first type of associated rail. An adapter clip is configured to be selectively inserted within the recess portion to allow the divider assembly to be connectable to a second type of associated rail. The adapter clip includes a base member having a first end and an opposing second end. A first support arm extends from the first end and a second support arm extends from the second end. A ridge profile of the clip is configured to be selectively received within a lip of the recess portion of the elongated base member. | 09-18-2014 |
20140263134 | DUAL END DIVIDER - A dual ended or reversible divider includes an elongated base member with a first end and an opposite second end. A divider wall extends away from the elongated base member. A first profile portion is positioned adjacent the first end of the elongated base member and is adapted to engage a first type of rail which can be mounted on a shelf. A second profile portion is positioned adjacent the opposite second end of the elongated base member and is adapted to engage a second type of rail which can be mounted on the shelf. | 09-18-2014 |
20140299559 | ANTI-TIP GUIDE FOR PRODUCT MERCHANDISER - An anti-tip guide for a merchandising shelf including an associated support member for supporting at least one associated object for display and/or dispensing, and a pair of associated dividers mounted to the support member and spaced from each other. The pair of spaced dividers define between them a longitudinal pathway along which the associated at least one object can travel from a rear position to a front position on the associated support member. The anti-tip guide includes a first section mounted to one of the pair of associated dividers and extending along a plane of the one of the pair of associated dividers. A second section of the anti-tip guide protrudes away from the first section. A third section extends from the second section. At least one of the second and third sections includes a material which is more resilient than is a material of the first section. | 10-09-2014 |
James C. Bird, Cambridge, MA US
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20130032646 | ARTICLES FOR MANIPULATING IMPINGING LIQUIDS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING SAME - This invention relates generally to an article that includes a non-wetting surface having a dynamic contact angle of at least about 90°. The surface is patterned with macro-scale features configured to induce controlled asymmetry in a liquid film produced by impingement of a droplet onto the surface, thereby reducing time of contact between the droplet and the surface. | 02-07-2013 |
20140291420 | ARTICLES FOR MANIPULATING IMPINGING LIQUIDS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING SAME - This invention relates generally to an article that includes a non-wetting surface having a dynamic contact angle of at least about 90°. The surface is patterned with macro-scale features configured to induce controlled asymmetry in a liquid film produced by impingement of a droplet onto the surface, thereby reducing time of contact between the droplet and the surface. | 10-02-2014 |
Jason Bird, Kingsley, IA US
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20120042434 | Apparatus and system for holding game-calling devices - An apparatus for holding game-calling devices includes a strap having a first end and a second end. The apparatus is further comprised of a first fastener attached to the strap at the first end and configured to attach to a garment. The apparatus is further comprised of a second fastener attached to the strap at the second end and configured to attach to the garment. The apparatus also includes a plurality of clips attached to the straps between the first and second ends. | 02-23-2012 |
Jay S. Bird, The Woodlands, TX US
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20100101866 | DRILL BITS AND OTHER DOWNHOLE TOOLS WITH HARDFACING HAVING TUNGSTEN CARBIDE PELLETS AND OTHER HARD MATERIALS - A hardfacing is provided to protect surfaces of drill bits and other downhole tools. The hardfacing may include tungsten carbide particles or pellets formed with an optimum weight percentage of binding material and dispersed within and bonded to a matrix deposit. The tungsten carbide particles may be formed by sintering or other appropriate techniques. The tungsten carbide particles may have generally spherical shapes, partially spherical shapes or non-spherical shapes. | 04-29-2010 |
20100193254 | Matrix Drill Bit with Dual Surface Compositions and Methods of Manufacture - Matrix drill bits and other downhole tools may be formed with one or more layers of hard materials disposed on exterior portions thereof. Exterior portions of used rotary drill bits or other downhole tools may be measured using three dimensional (3D) scanning techniques or other techniques to determine specific locations of undesired abrasion, erosion and/or wear. During the design of a new rotary drill bit or other downhole tool, computational flow analysis techniques may be used to determine potential locations for excessive erosions, abrasion, wear, impact and/or fatigue on exterior portions of the rotary drill bit or other downhole tools. One or more layers of hard material may be disposed at such locations on exterior portions of matrix bit bodies and other matrix bodies based on analyzing exterior portions of used downhole tools and/or computational flow analysis. | 08-05-2010 |
20130209164 | ALIGNED ANGLED WELL TOOL WELD JOINT - A well tool can include multiple sections, one section having a mating weld surface formed thereon, and another section having another mating weld surface formed thereon. Engagement between the mating weld surfaces can prevent lateral displacement of the well tool sections relative to each other. The mating weld surfaces are welded to each other. A method of constructing a well tool can include engaging a mating weld surface on a section of the well tool with another mating weld surface on another section of the well tool, an interface between the mating weld surfaces being inclined relative to a longitudinal axis of the well tool extending through the sections, and welding the mating weld surfaces to each other along the interface. | 08-15-2013 |
20130247475 | MATRIX DRILL BIT WITH DUAL SURFACE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE - Matrix drill bits and other downhole tools may be formed with one or more layers of hard materials disposed on exterior portions thereof. Exterior portions of used rotary drill bits or other downhole tools may be measured using three dimensional (3D) scanning techniques or other techniques to determine specific locations of undesired abrasion, erosion and/or wear. During the design of a new rotary drill bit or other downhole tool, computational flow analysis techniques may be used to determine potential locations for excessive erosions, abrasion, wear, impact and/or fatigue on exterior portions of the rotary drill bit or other downhole tools. One or more layers of hard material may be disposed at such locations on exterior portions of matrix bit bodies and other matrix bodies based on analyzing exterior portions of used downhole tools and/or computational flow analysis. | 09-26-2013 |
Jay Stuart Bird, The Woodlands, TX US
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20140054027 | COARSE HARD-METAL PARTICLE INTERNAL INJECTION TORCH AND ASSOCIATED COMPOSITIONS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Internal coarse particle injection plasma transferred arc torch nozzles comprising: a heat-resistant nozzle body; at least one coarse hard-metal particle internal injection port; at least one fine hard-metal particle and matrix internal injection port; at least one gas port; and a cathode. Related systems, apparatus, compositions, and methods involving such arc torch nozzles are also disclosed. | 02-27-2014 |
Joe A. Bird, Fremont, NE US
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20090111368 | MEAT PROCESSING SYSTEM - A method and means for processing meat comprising an endless conveyor having an infeed end and a discharge end with the conveyor passing through a housing or tank which is partially filled with agitated water. Pieces of meat are conveyed by the conveyor through the agitated water to remove foreign particles therefrom. The foreign particles are recirculated through a filter and a water chiller with the chilled and filtered water then being returned to the tank. Excess water is blown from the pieces of meat after the pieces of meat have been conveyed through the agitated water. The method of processing the meat is also described. | 04-30-2009 |
John C. Bird, Sandy, UT US
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20090142534 | Impact-Attenuating, Firm, Stable, and Slip Resistant Surface System and Method for Providing Same - A system and method of providing a wheelchair accessible path through a variety of impact attenuating surfaces including loose fill materials. The combination of a tarmac and loose fill material provides an ASTM compliant impact attenuating surface for playgrounds and other activities. The modular tarmac 15 is also used in wet conditions to improve the traction and impact attenuation over traditional materials used in water parks, and also for reducing wear to park patrons' feet. | 06-04-2009 |
John J. Bird, Rochester, MN US
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20120124195 | Reducing Redundant Error Messages In A Computing System - Reducing redundant error messages in a computing system, including: determining whether an endpoint in the computing system is being monitored by two or more management systems; selecting, from among the two or more management systems, a primary management system that is responsible for monitoring the endpoint; and assigning the primary management system to monitor the endpoint. | 05-17-2012 |
20130185050 | CONVERTING DATA INTO NATURAL LANGUAGE FORM - Converting technical data from field oriented electronic data sources into natural language form is disclosed. An approach includes obtaining document data from an input document, wherein the document data is in a non-natural language form. The approach includes determining a data type of the document data from one of a plurality of data types defined in a detection and conversion database. The approach includes translating the document data to a natural language form based on the determined data type. The approach additionally includes outputting the translated document data in natural language form to an output data stream. | 07-18-2013 |
20140157061 | Evaluating Service Degradation Risk for a Service Provided by Data Processing Resources - In one aspect, a service requirements specification specifies data processing resources required to provide a service, and a configuration specification specifies a configuration of data processing resources for providing the service. The service requirements specification and configuration specification are analyzed using resource reliability data for the specified resources to determine a composite risk of degradation of the service. In another aspect, reliability of one or more software modules is projected according to a current state in a development life cycle of the software modules and any of various additional indicators. Preferably, a data processing support provider separate from the service-providing enterprise maintains historical field support data concerning significant field defect events with respect to various resources, and uses this data for projecting reliability of the resources. | 06-05-2014 |
20140157062 | Evaluating Service Degradation Risk for a Service Provided by Data Processing Resources - In one aspect, a service requirements specification specifies data processing resources required to provide a service, and a configuration specification specifies a configuration of data processing resources for providing the service. The service requirements specification and configuration specification are analyzed using resource reliability data for the specified resources to determine a composite risk of degradation of the service. In another aspect, reliability of one or more software modules is projected according to a current state in a development life cycle of the software modules and any of various additional indicators. Preferably, a data processing support provider separate from the service-providing enterprise maintains historical field support data concerning significant field defect events with respect to various resources, and uses this data for projecting reliability of the resources. | 06-05-2014 |
20140157063 | Evaluating Reliability of a Software Module Using Development Life Cycle - Reliability of one or more software modules is projected according to a current state in a development life cycle of the software modules and any of various additional indicators. Preferably, a data processing support provider separate from the service-providing enterprise maintains historical field support data concerning significant field defect events with respect to various resources, and uses this data for projecting reliability of the resources. Preferably, software module reliability projections are used to support an analysis of risk of degradation of a service specified in a service requirements specification when provided by a configuration of data processing resources specified in a configuration specification. | 06-05-2014 |
20140157235 | Evaluating Reliability of a Software Module Using Development Life Cycle - Reliability of one or more software modules is projected according to a current state in a development life cycle of the software modules and any of various additional indicators. Preferably, a data processing support provider separate from the service-providing enterprise maintains historical field support data concerning significant field defect events with respect to various resources, and uses this data for projecting reliability of the resources. Preferably, software module reliability projections are used to support an analysis of risk of degradation of a service specified in a service requirements specification when provided by a configuration of data processing resources specified in a configuration specification. | 06-05-2014 |
John Joseph Bird, Rochester, MN US
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20080215676 | SHARING A SHARED RESOURCE ACROSS LOGICAL PARTITIONS OR SYSTEMS - An apparatus and method for sharing a resource (such as a modem or virtual private network) allow virtualizing the shared resource in a simple and efficient manner that allows both accepting and initiating virtual or physical connections through the shared resource across logical partitions or systems. An L2TP tunnel is established between the server that owns the shared resource and the client that desires to use the shared resource. Messages are defined that allow the client to initiate an outgoing connection through the shared resource, and that allow the client to accept an incoming connection received from the shared resource. Once the connection is made, the client and ultimate destination communicate through the shared resource via point-to-point communications. | 09-04-2008 |
20080215738 | SHARING A SHARED RESOURCE ACROSS LOGICAL PARTITIONS OR SYSTEMS - An apparatus and method for sharing a resource (such as a modem or virtual private network) allow virtualizing the shared resource in a simple and efficient manner that allows both accepting and initiating virtual or physical connections through the shared resource across logical partitions or systems. An L2TP tunnel is established between the server that owns the shared resource and the client that desires to use the shared resource. Messages are defined that allow the client to initiate an outgoing connection through the shared resource, and that allow the client to accept an incoming connection received from the shared resource. Once the connection is made, the client and ultimate destination communicate through the shared resource via point-to-point communications. | 09-04-2008 |
20080222298 | SHARING A SHARED RESOURCE ACROSS LOGICAL PARTITIONS OR SYSTEMS - An apparatus and method for sharing a resource (such as a modem or virtual private network) allow virtualizing the shared resource in a simple and efficient manner that allows both accepting and initiating virtual or physical connections through the shared resource across logical partitions or systems. An L2TP tunnel is established between the server that owns the shared resource and the client that desires to use the shared resource. Messages are defined that allow the client to initiate an outgoing connection through the shared resource, and that allow the client to accept an incoming connection received from the shared resource. Once the connection is made, the client and ultimate destination communicate through the shared resource via point-to-point communications. | 09-11-2008 |
John M. Bird, Ithaca, NY US
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20080200746 | NATURAL ANALOG SYSTEM FOR REDUCING PERMEABILITY OF GROUND - A method of chemically and physically treating unconsolidated soils, over burden, fill and certain waste materials (the “ground”), or partly consolidated materials that can be excavated and broken up by normal earth moving and soil mixing equipment. This treatment results in the reduction of permeability in the ground, and as a result permits the prevention or control of contaminant migration from a site containing ground wastes of various types, thereby isolating these wastes. | 08-21-2008 |
John M. Bird, Sparks, NV US
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20140038777 | Resistance Apparatus, System, and Method - A resistance exercise system having, in certain embodiments, a DC power supply system, a DC motor connected to the DC power supply system, a drive section connected to a drive element, a resistance delivery element connected to the drive element, and an extractable exercise resistance delivery section, a predetermined variable resistance section intermediate the DC power supply system and DC motor, an electrical condition sensor, and a variable resistance section control in communication with the electrical condition sensor and the predetermined variable resistance section. In some embodiments, the resistance exercise system includes a computing facility providing the ability to configure the exercise system to provide predetermined static or variable exercise resistance during exercise, and for example, during a positive or negative exercise stroke. Some embodiments allow users to create and, if desired, display varying and complex resistance exercise routines with or without use of resistance weights. | 02-06-2014 |
John R. Bird, St. Paul, MN US
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20130066247 | ANKLE WALKER - An ankle walker including an ankle shell, an inner lining, at least one bladder and at least one strap is provided. The ankle shell includes a base, a lower foot portion, a first and second side panel and a back panel. The lower foot portion extends upward from the base. The first side panel and second side panel extend from respective first and second portions of the lower foot portion. The back panel extends from a third portion of the lower foot portion and is positioned between the first and second side panels. The ankle shell has a first slot separating the first side panel from the back panel and a second slot separating the second side panel from the back panel. At least one of the first and second slots has a height that is at least one half the height of the ankle walker. | 03-14-2013 |
20140046233 | ANKLE WALKER - An ankle walker including an ankle shell, an inner lining, at least one bladder and at least one strap is provided. The ankle shell includes a base, a lower foot portion, a first and second side panel and a back panel. The lower foot portion extends upward from the base. The first side panel and second side panel extend from respective first and second portions of the lower foot portion. The back panel extends from a third portion of the lower foot portion and is positioned between the first and second side panels. The ankle shell has a first slot separating the first side panel from the back panel and a second slot separating the second side panel from the back panel. At least one of the first and second slots has a height that is at least one half the height of the ankle walker. | 02-13-2014 |
John R. Bird, Newton, NH US
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20090090550 | CABLE MANAGEMENT APPARATUS - A cable management apparatus for housing and organizing cables includes a stationary member having a set of ribs bridged by at least one spine and forming a first side wall, a second side wall, and a bottom wall. Further, the cable management apparatus also includes a first movable member having a set of ribs bridged by at least one spine, such that, the first movable member is movable toward at least the first or the second side wall. A method for managing cables includes providing a stationary member having a plurality of ribs bridged by at least one spine and forming a first side wall, a second side wall, and a bottom wall. Further, the method for managing cables also includes, providing a first movable member having a plurality of ribs bridged by at least one spine, such that, the first movable member is movable toward at least the first or the second side wall. | 04-09-2009 |
Jonathan Bird, Charlotte, NC US
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20100237735 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PREVENTING DEMAGNETIZATION IN INTERIOR PERMANENT MAGNET MACHINES - An internal permanent magnet machine (“IPM machine”) of the type used, for example, with traction motors and hybrid electric vehicles, includes a rotor having a plurality of ferrite magnets arranged in one or more layers, wherein at least one of the layers includes rare earth magnets (e.g., NdFeB magnets) adjacent to the ferrite magnets to prevent or reduce demagnetization. | 09-23-2010 |
20100277016 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A PERMANENT MAGNET MACHINE WITH A DIRECT LIQUID COOLED STATOR - A permanent magnetic machine includes a stator body having a first end, a second end, and a plurality of generally radial slots formed therein for accepting a set of windings having a first set of end-turns at the first end and a second set of end-turns at the second end. The stator body has a plurality of channels adjacent to the slots and extending from the first end of the stator body to the second end of the stator body, wherein the channels are configured to allow the flow of a cooling fluid therethrough. A plurality of nozzles in fluid communication with the plurality of channels are configured to spray the cooling fluid onto the first and second set of end turns. | 11-04-2010 |
20140210291 | FLUX FOCUSING MAGNETIC GEAR ASSEMBLY USING FERRITE MAGNETS OR THE LIKE - The present invention relates generally to a flux focusing magnetic gear assembly using ferrite magnets or the like. The present invention also relates generally to a flux focusing magnetic gear assembly using ferrite magnets or the like that incorporates an outer stator assembly that converts a variable input to a constant output. The present invention further relates generally to an axially aligned flux focusing magnetic gear assembly using ferrite magnets or the like. The improved flux focusing magnetic gear assemblies of the present invention find applicability in traction, wind, and ocean power generation, among other applications. | 07-31-2014 |
Joseph Bird, Highlands Ranch, CO US
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20110119120 | Loyalty reward program for reducing the balance of a loan obligation - A method and apparatus for reducing the balance of a consumer or educational loan obligation using a loyalty reward program is disclosed. Loan obligors can reduce the balances of their loan obligations by purchasing consumer goods and services that they would normally purchase. The method essentially comprises the steps of (a) establishing a site on a global computer network; (b) recognizing at least certain users of the site; (c) directing the recognized users to merchants; (d) enabling accumulation of loyalty points by the recognized users based upon purchases from the merchants; (e) monitoring the purchases by the recognized users from the merchants; (f) tracking the accumulated loyalty points; and (g) permitting selective redemption of the accumulated loyalty points. Users of the site are recognized by requiring them to provide initial registration information. Accumulated loyalty points may be categorized with a status of “pending” or a status of “earned.” Selective redemption of the accumulated loyalty points includes selective application of earned loyalty points to a loan of a recognized user to permit repayment of the loan, or selective transfer of earned loyalty points from one recognized user to another recognized user. Information about accumulated, redeemed, and transferred loyalty points may be displaying to a recognized user. | 05-19-2011 |
Justin Bird, Nashville, TN US
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20090322762 | Animated performance tool - A performance tool comprises a program that configures metrics into animated scenarios and at least one display that displays the animated scenarios. The animated scenarios illustrate measurable inputted data from multiple sets of data that are juxtaposed with one another. | 12-31-2009 |
Kenneth Bird, Hopewell Junction, NY US
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20130249066 | ELECTROMIGRATION-RESISTANT LEAD-FREE SOLDER INTERCONNECT STRUCTURES - Embodiments of the invention include a lead-free solder interconnect structure and methods for making a lead-free interconnect structure. The structure includes a semiconductor substrate having a last metal layer, a copper pedestal attached to the last metal layer, a barrier layer attached to the copper pedestal, a barrier protection layer attached to the barrier layer, and a lead-free solder layer contacting at least one side of the copper pedestal. | 09-26-2013 |
20130252418 | ELECTROMIGRATION-RESISTANT LEAD-FREE SOLDER INTERCONNECT STRUCTURES - Embodiments of the invention include a lead-free solder interconnect structure and methods for making a lead-free interconnect structure. The structure includes a semiconductor substrate having a last metal layer, a copper pedestal attached to the last metal layer, a barrier layer attached to the copper pedestal, a barrier protection layer attached to the barrier layer, and a lead-free solder layer contacting at least one side of the copper pedestal. | 09-26-2013 |
K. Todd Bird, St. George, UT US
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20090172871 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A URINE DEFLECTOR SHIELD - A urine shield selectively coupled to a hinge, the hinge connected to a toilet seat or other toilet structure so that the shield hangs down and pivots at the hinge. When the seat or lid is raised, the shield naturally rests against the back of the toilet bowl to guide itinerant urine into the toilet bowl. The hinge coupling the shield to the seat or lid is selectively removable to permit easy access for cleaning. Accessories can be included such as a light to guide a user's aim in the dark. | 07-09-2009 |
Lonnie Bird, Dandridge, TN US
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20080236705 | ROUTER BIT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING TAMBOURS - A method for constructing tambour slats using a system of router bits. The router bit system can include at least two router bits, one of which may have a semi-spherical nose cutting surface and a concave ‘S’ shaped ogee cutting surface; and the other of which may have a ‘S’ shaped ogee cutting surface and a concave quarter round cutting surface. The method for constructing a tambour slat can include milling a groove in a strip of material. The strip of material with a groove may then be milled to form a tongue and a neck portion that may slide into a groove milled in another strip of material. The milling operations may be performed by a router fitted with the router bits from the router bit system. By using the router bit system, each strip of material may yield up to two tambour slats. | 10-02-2008 |
Marc W. Bird, Houston, TX US
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20090000827 | CUTTER POCKET HAVING REDUCED STRESS CONCENTRATION - A method for forming a drag bit using displacements having a rounded end that creates a cutter pocket having a rounded rear portion. The displacement may comprise an insert on the rounded end that remains in the drag bit during and after formation. A cutter element may then be attached to the upper portion of the insert. The rounded shape of the insert provides a more even force distribution. | 01-01-2009 |
20090120693 | EARTH-BORING TOOLS ATTACHABLE TO A CASING STRING AND METHODS FOR THEIR MANUFACTURE - Casing bits include a crown having a substantially hollow interior. The bit crown has blades over a face portion thereof, the blades including a plurality of cutting elements attached thereto. The bit crown further includes a composite inlay positioned at least within the substantially hollow interior. Casing bits also include case hardened outer surfaces radially outside the drill-out region. Casing bits further include short-substrate cutting elements. Methods of forming a casing bit are also disclosed. | 05-14-2009 |
20090301682 | CASTING FURNACE METHOD AND APPARATUS - A system for casting comprising a mold for forming molten metal; a support for supporting the mold and transferring heat to and from the mold; and a furnace operable to substantially surround the mold through a preheat cycle, a heat cycle, and a cooling cycle. The furnace preferably moves vertically down to surround the mold for the preheat, heat, and cooling cycles and moves up and away from the mold after the cooling cycle is complete. In an alternative embodiment, the furnace may be replaced with a cooling can just before initiation of the cooling cycle. The support is preferably stationary and provides directional cooling for the mold during the cooling cycle. | 12-10-2009 |
20100166592 | INFILTRATION METHODS FOR FORMING DRILL BITS - An infiltration method of forming an article including providing a working mold including a solid binder member extending through an interior of the working mold, wherein the solid binder member is made of a binder material, and providing a layer of powder matrix material within a molding void of the working mold. The method further includes heating the working mold to form a molten binder pathway from the solid binder member to infiltrate the layer of powder matrix material. | 07-01-2010 |
Mark D. Bird, Tallahassee, FL US
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20100033280 | Conical magnet - An electromagnet having a conical bore. The conical bore is created by wrapping a conductor around a conically-offset helix. The cross sectional area of the conductor can be varied in order to maintain a desired current carrying capacity along the helix. A single element can be used as the conductor. The conductor can also be created by stacking a series of specially-shaped plates analogous to prior art Bitter-disks. | 02-11-2010 |
Mark D. Bird, Clearwater, KS US
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20110192154 | ALARM SYSTEM FOR TOWABLE HYDRAULIC MACHINES - One embodiment of the system comprises a towable machine having at least one hydraulic motor arranged on the machine and operable to drive at least one wheel arranged on the machine. At least one hydraulic propelling pump is arranged to supply hydraulic fluid flow via a hydraulic circuit to the hydraulic motor to selectively drive the wheel. The system has a non-operative configuration wherein hydraulic fluid flow is blocked between the hydraulic motor and the hydraulic pump. A pressure sensor is associated with the hydraulic circuit to detect an improper pressure load when the circuit is in a non-operative configuration, and operates to trigger an alarm element. | 08-11-2011 |
20130189118 | TORQUE ALLOCATING SYSTEM FOR A VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - Disclosed is a system for allocating torque, supplied in one embodiment by an engine, to multiple variable and fixed displacement pumps coupled together in a series by coupling elements interspersed between the pumps. A controller is included which monitors the torque applied to each coupling element. The controller automatically varies displacement in one or more of the variable displacement pumps to prioritize and allocate torque to optimize available torque while keeping the torque applied to each coupling element within the torque limit for that particular coupling element. | 07-25-2013 |
Matthew Bird, Bellevue, WA US
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20100063868 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TARGETING RETAIL INVESTOR COMMUNICATIONS - Real time market surveillance systems and methods are described that provide or timely communicate actionable intelligence to market investors. The system and methods employ Internet-based surveillance and push technologies to survey multiple market intelligence sources and engage in market analytics to provide updated, actionable intelligence to assist and enhance transactional decisions by market investors. | 03-11-2010 |
Matthew J. Bird, St. Paul, MN US
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20130066247 | ANKLE WALKER - An ankle walker including an ankle shell, an inner lining, at least one bladder and at least one strap is provided. The ankle shell includes a base, a lower foot portion, a first and second side panel and a back panel. The lower foot portion extends upward from the base. The first side panel and second side panel extend from respective first and second portions of the lower foot portion. The back panel extends from a third portion of the lower foot portion and is positioned between the first and second side panels. The ankle shell has a first slot separating the first side panel from the back panel and a second slot separating the second side panel from the back panel. At least one of the first and second slots has a height that is at least one half the height of the ankle walker. | 03-14-2013 |
20140046233 | ANKLE WALKER - An ankle walker including an ankle shell, an inner lining, at least one bladder and at least one strap is provided. The ankle shell includes a base, a lower foot portion, a first and second side panel and a back panel. The lower foot portion extends upward from the base. The first side panel and second side panel extend from respective first and second portions of the lower foot portion. The back panel extends from a third portion of the lower foot portion and is positioned between the first and second side panels. The ankle shell has a first slot separating the first side panel from the back panel and a second slot separating the second side panel from the back panel. At least one of the first and second slots has a height that is at least one half the height of the ankle walker. | 02-13-2014 |
Michael Bird, Nineveh, IN US
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20130126290 | Overrunning Clutch with Integral Piloting Using Assembled Bearing Blocks - A clutch is provided that includes an inner race and an outer race that moves relative to the inner race. A pedestal is also provided and the position of the pedestal is fixed with respect to at least one of the inner race or the outer race. A bearing block is also included that engages the pedestal. In some versions of the clutch the bearing block may be made out of plastic or bronze. | 05-23-2013 |
Norman J. Bird, Plymouth, MI US
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20110290608 | Magnetically Actuated One-Way Clutch - A one-way clutch includes a first race secured against rotation and fitted with a coil, a second race supported for rotation, a coil carried by one of the races, and struts supported by one of the races, each strut driveably connecting and disconnecting the races in response to a magnetic field induced by current in the coil. | 12-01-2011 |
20120103745 | Magnetically Actuated Mechanical Diode - A one-way clutch includes a first plate including cams distributed about an axis, a second plate axially facing the cams and including pockets, a coil located in one of the plates, struts, each strut supported in one of the pockets for pivoting axially relative to the cams in response to an electromagnetic field induced by current in the coil, and springs urging the struts to pivot opposite a pivot direction caused by energizing the coil. | 05-03-2012 |
20120103746 | Magnetically Actuated Mechanical Diode - A one-way diode includes a first plate including a coil and cams distributed about an axis, a second plate axially facing the cams and including pockets and a second coil, and struts, each strut supported in one of the pockets for pivoting axially relative to the cams in response to an electromagnetic field induced by current in the coil and the second coil. | 05-03-2012 |
20120103747 | Magnetically Actuated Clutch Assembly - A clutch assembly includes a first clutch including a cam plate, a pocket plate and axially pivoting struts that driveably connect the plates for rotation in a first rotary direction, and disconnect the plates when the cam plate rotates in a second direction relative to the pocket plate, and a second clutch including a first cam plate, a first pocket plate, a coil and first struts that driveably connect the first cam plate and the first pocket plate for rotation in the second direction and disconnect the first cam plate and the first pocket plate when the coil is energized and the first cam plate rotates in the first direction relative to the first pocket plate. | 05-03-2012 |
20130213027 | ONE-WAY BRAKE FOR A TORQUE CONVERTER STATOR - A stator assembly for a torque converter includes a member fixed against rotation and including engagement surfaces spaced mutually about an axis, a stator formed with pockets spaced about the axis, rockers, each rocker located in a pocket, able to pivot toward and away from engagement with the engagement surfaces, and springs, each spring urging a rocker toward engagement with the engagement surfaces. | 08-22-2013 |
20130319810 | CONTROLLABLE OVERRUNNING COUPLING - A drive device includes a first one-way coupling including a cam plate, pocket plate and struts, a second one-way coupling including a second cam plate driveably connected to the pocket plate, second pocket plate extending in a partial 5 circular arc and secured to the cam plate, and second struts for opening and closing a drive connection between said second plates, and electromagnets for causing the second struts to close said drive connection. | 12-05-2013 |
20130319812 | ELECTROMAGNETIC ONE-WAY COUPLING - A one-way coupling includes a cam plate including cams, a pocket plate including pockets, struts, each strut located in one of the pockets, and an electromagnet for engaging one of the struts with one of the cams, including a coil, a core and poles that extend from the coil to said strut, a gap between the poles and the pocket plate exceeding a gap between the poles and said strut. | 12-05-2013 |
20140193194 | PREVENTING NOISE FROM MATING SPLINE TEETH - A mechanical connection includes first and second components supported for rotation, the first component formed with first spline teeth, the second component formed with second spline teeth meshing with the first spline teeth, and a damper fitted in a groove formed in one of the first and second components, including an extension secured to the damper, contacting and extending between at least some of the first and second spline teeth. | 07-10-2014 |
20150075941 | TRANSMISSION WITH DURABILITY ENHANCEMENT TECHNIQUES - The present disclosure relates to durability enhancement techniques for a dry-clutch vehicle transmission. A cooling system that provides a direct convective cooling path to friction surfaces is disclosed. Also disclosed is a continuously variable clutch wear compensation assembly configured to adjust the position of clutch assembly components on-demand or as needed. | 03-19-2015 |
Norman Jerry Bird, Plymouth, MI US
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20120123635 | POWERTRAIN THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A DRY-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION - The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for controlling a flow regulator, such as a diverter valve, that is configured to guide air through a transmission housing before entering an engine intake manifold. In certain arrangements, the flow regulator operates according to predetermined conditions, e.g., meeting an engine intake manifold air temperature threshold. | 05-17-2012 |
Paula J. Bird, Huntsville, AL US
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20100296302 | INTERIOR COMPONENTS HAVING ILLUMINATION FEATURES - An interior component having an illuminated portion comprises a trim cover positioned over a substrate. At least one light conductive element is in communication with an illumination source. A carrier engages the trim cover. The carrier further secures the light conductive element to the trim cover. The carrier has a plurality of windows formed therethrough such that the light conductive element is visible through the plurality of windows. The illuminated portion may further include an emblem in communication with the light source. The illuminated interior component may be formed by a method that includes the steps of forming a light conductive element that includes extruding an optical guide and a carrier having a mounting tab thereon. | 11-25-2010 |
Peter L. Bird, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20120297376 | CREATING A RELATIVELY UNIQUE ENVIRONMENT FOR COMPUTING PLATFORMS - Systems and methods for significantly disrupting both the execution and distribution capabilities of computer viruses across computer networks and devices are provided. According to one embodiment, a computer program is installed within a computer system in a locally unique form having altered semantics based on a diversity mechanism. Execution of the computer program will fail to perform as intended on the computer system unless the locally unique form of the computer program is first transformed into an executable form of the computer program having correct semantics using the diversity mechanism. Use of the diversity mechanism differentiates an execution or loading environment associated with the computer system from that of other computer systems by affecting operational behavior of computer programs attempting to execute on the computer system. Responsive to an attempted execution of the computer program, it is transformed into the executable form by a protected pre-execution process. | 11-22-2012 |
Randy Bird, Fennville, MI US
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20090120252 | DIVIDER INSERT FEED SYSTEM - A divider insert feed system, comprising: a drive roller ( | 05-14-2009 |
Randy Bird, Douglas, MI US
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20110113942 | DIVIDER INSERT FEED SYSTEM - A divider insert feed system having a first air knife | 05-19-2011 |
Robert Bird, Longwood, FL US
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20120303597 | System and Method for Storing Data Streams in a Distributed Environment - Systems and methods for storing and retrieving data elements transmitted via data streams received from distributed devices connected via a network. The received data elements may be stored in block stores on the distributed devices. The stored data-elements may be allocated to data-blocks of a block-store that have assigned block-identifiers and further allocated to events of the data-blocks that have assigned token-names. Stream-schema of the received data-streams may comprise a list of token-names and an index-definition for each corresponding data-stream. Indices may be generated for the event-allocated data-elements. A query may be executed in order to retrieve data-elements of the received data-streams based on the indices. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303631 | System and Method for Storing Files in a Distributed Environment - A system and method for storing data-files stored on distributed devices connected to a network. Data-elements of the data-files are allocated to data-blocks stored on the distributed devices. Key-identifiers are calculated for each of the data-blocks based on the allocated data-elements. The key-identifiers are stored in distributed tables stored on the distributed devices. Index-nodes are generated for the data-files based on the data-blocks. A Paxos algorithm is executed for the index-nodes based on the key-identifiers to provide a consensus of the data-files that are stored on the plurality of distributed devices. | 11-29-2012 |
20120330909 | System and Method for Storing Data Streams in a Distributed Environment - Systems, methods and computer readable medium for storing data elements transmitted via data streams received from distributed devices connected via a network. The received data elements may be stored in block stores on the distributed devices. The stored data elements may be allocated to data blocks of a block store that have assigned block identifiers and further allocated to events of the data blocks. Stream schema of the received plurality of data streams may have the same stream schema, and indices may be generated indices based on the order of the event allocated data elements. Stream schema of the received data streams may comprise a list of token names. Token names may be assigned to the event allocated data elements. Indices may be generated for the event allocated data elements based on the stream schema. | 12-27-2012 |
20130080393 | System and Method for Storing Stream Data in Distributed Relational Tables with Data Provenance - A system, a method and a computer readable medium for storing data elements and related data provenance information. The data elements may be represented in a hyper-table having rows and columns which may be indexed. The data-values of the corresponding data-elements in the hyper-cells may be retrieved based on the indices. Snapshots of the indices may be generated at pre-determined time periods. Checkpoints of the hyper-table may be generated at time periods that are based on transactions on the hyper-table. The hyper-table is capable of being queried as the hyper-table existed at certain time-periods, and data-values of the data-elements may be retrieved as the data-elements existed at such time-periods. | 03-28-2013 |
20140032568 | System and Method for Indexing Streams Containing Unstructured Text Data - A system, method and computer readable medium for indexing streaming data. Data may be received from distributed devices connected via a network. Data elements may be stored and allocated to data blocks and events of the block stores. Non-text data may be converted into a text representation. The data may be split into terms, and term frequencies of each term within each of the event may be calculated. Block-level term frequency statics may be calculated based on the term frequencies. Tree index structures, such as the Y-tree index, may be generated based on the block-level term frequency data. The Y-tree index structures may use the terms as keys and pointers to the corresponding data blocks and block-level term frequency data. A search query may be performed over the tree index structures. | 01-30-2014 |
Rodger Paul Bird, Nausau Bay, TX US
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20110145036 | CHANGE MANAGEMENT IN ROUTE-BASED PROJECTS - Managing change in the design of a route-based project. Receiving data (a ticket) regarding a proposed change to the design of a route-based project. Associating the ticket with a project in a geographic information system (GIS). Communicating the ticket to an Analyst. Receiving spatializing data regarding the ticket. The ticket and spatializing data comprising a spatialized ticket. Communicating the spatialized ticket to a Quality Control Administrator. Receiving quality control approval of the spatialized ticket. Communicating the quality control approved ticket to at least one reviewer. Receiving recommendation from reviewers. The recommendations and the quality control approved ticket comprising a reviewed ticket. Communicating the reviewed ticket to at least one approver. Receiving approval from the approver. The approval and the reviewed ticket comprising an approved ticket. Committing the change described in the approved ticket to the GIS. | 06-16-2011 |
Ross Bird, Canton, PA US
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20100188068 | Solid State High Power Piezokinetic Transformer and Method Thereof - Disclosed is high efficiency power multiplying piezo transformer architecture having at least one piezo transformer assembly, the at least one piezo transformer assembly including of a plurality of piezo transformers circuits including a first outer and last outer piezo transformer circuits, each of the piezo transformer circuits having a primary side having a positive and negative electrode or terminal and a secondary side having a positive and a negative electrode or terminal. Each of the plurality of piezo transformer circuits forming the piezo transformer assembly is coupled to an adjacent piezo transformer circuit wherein the positive electrode of the primary side of each the piezo transformer circuit is coupled to a first node and each negative electrode of the primary side of each piezo transformer circuit is coupled to a second node. A signal conditioning component having first and second inputs, the positive electrode of the secondary side of the first outer piezo transformer circuit of the piezo transformer assembly coupled to the first input of the signal conditioning (rectifier) circuit and the negative electrode of the secondary side of the last outer piezo transformer of the piezo transformer assembly. The negative electrode of the first outer piezo transformer of the piezo transformer assembly is coupled to the positive electrode of a piezo transformer of the plurality and the negative electrode of the secondary side of a piezo transformer circuit of the plurality being coupled to the positive electrode of the second outer piezo transformer circuit. | 07-29-2010 |
20110278990 | Method and System for Fluid Wave Energy Conversion - A system for converting kinetic wave energy from a dynamic fluid into electrical power, the system including a structural housing containing a piezokinetic assembly having a plurality of electromechanical coupled elements, and a dynamic assembly, coupled to the piezokinetic assembly; and charge storage devices or power consumption devices in an electronics module coupled to the piezokinetic assembly. When the exposed to the dynamic fluid medium, the dynamic fluid medium's wave energy couples with the structural housing causing a resulting displacement of the dynamic assembly contained therein. The displacement of the dynamic assembly causes a plurality of the electromechanical coupled elements to simultaneously flex, generating an electrical charge which may be either stored in the charge storage device or which may directly power the power consumption device. | 11-17-2011 |
20130070551 | Percolation Tamper Protection Circuit for Electronic Devices - An integrated circuit employing a percolation tamper protection device includes a circuit housing with a die disposed in circuit housing. The die includes a volatile memory. A percolation tamper protection device that is connected to the volatile memory and also disposed in the circuit housing. The percolation tamper protection device includes a percolation gate which is biased in a conductive state. The percolation gate includes a first terminal that is connected to the volatile memory and a second terminal configured to be connected to a power supply. The percolation gate has a conductivity that varies proportional to pressure. | 03-21-2013 |
20140261971 | Method of manufacturing Multilayer Piezoelectric Devices - A process that permits existing thick film printing technology to be utilized with existing conductive adhesives to form multi-layer dielectric devices, more specifically to form multi-layer ferroelectric devices, and more specifically to form multilayer piezoelectric devices. A conductive paste is applied to a first surface of a piezoelectric element in a desired pattern. The disclosed process utilizes conductive paste, which replaces the usual adhesive requirement for bonding while still acting as the conductive layer between the individual elements of the stacked sintered substrates. An isolating filler paste is applied to the first surface of the piezoelectric element in a manner that electrically isolates the conductive pattern as to enable multiple distinct, possibly unequal, regions of electric potential. This paste also may assist bonding and will prevent shorting between the electrically non-equivalent regions of the overall electrode pattern. Multiple substrates are stacked, dried and fired as described herein to form multilayer piezoelectric devices. | 09-18-2014 |
Ross W. Bird, Canton, PA US
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20130278115 | SLAT-CONSTRUCTED AUTONOMIC TRANSFORMERS - Multilayered piezoelectric transformers, transformer elements and methods of constructing piezoelectric transformers are disclosed. | 10-24-2013 |
20140132118 | SLAT-CONSTRUCTED AUTONOMIC TRANSFORMERS - Multilayered piezoelectric transformers, transformer elements and methods of constructing piezoelectric transformers are disclosed. | 05-15-2014 |
Stanley W. Bird, Lincoln, NE US
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20090039206 | BIRD VORTEX FLYING MACHINE - The present invention comprises, in one embodiment, an inexpensive, lightweight flying vehicle using fixed pitch helicopter blades powered by ramjet engines mounted to a power-ring which transfers torque to the lifting rotors. The use of fixed pitch blades eliminates the need for a tail boom and tail rotor, as well as for variable incidence control of blade pitch and/or cyclic and collective rotor-pitch controls. An optional ballistic parachute may be deployed for emergency landings. A radial shroud encloses the ramjet engines to act as a sound shield. Since the rotor has a fixed pitch, lift may be controlled by rotor speed, where increased speed results in ascent, and decreased speed, descent. | 02-12-2009 |
Steve K. Bird, St. Louis, MO US
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20110100765 | WHEEL CHOCK HAVING A ROLLER ASSIST - A wheel chock having a roller assist comprised of a chock, a handle assembly, and a roller assembly. The wheel chock is controlled and lifted by the handle assembly pivoting on the roller assembly. The roller assembly allows rolling of the chock by a user without the necessity of actually lifting the chock. The preferred embodiment utilizes a chock of a heavy and structurally strong rubber or rubber like laminated belting material. The belting material provides an assured grip with the underlying pavement and also forms a structure which is substantially indestructible by a vehicle or a truck. | 05-05-2011 |
Steven Kent Bird, Bend, OR US
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20110315303 | COMPOSITE-REINFORCING FABRIC HAVING INDICATOR FIBER YARNS AND METHOD OF REPAIRING COMPOSITE COMPONENT USING THE SAME - A composite-reinforcing fabric includes reinforcing fiber yarns interwoven with each other along a first direction and a second direction, wherein an exterior appearance of each of the reinforcing fiber yarns is the same. Indicator fiber yarns are interwoven with the reinforcing fiber yarns and an exterior appearance of each of the indicator fiber yarns is different from the exterior appearance of each of the reinforcing fiber yarns. Composite components formed using the composite-reinforcing fabric are disclosed, as are methods of repairing composite components using the composite-reinforcing fabric. | 12-29-2011 |
Tammy Bird, Watertown, WI US
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20140093846 | LEARNING WORD GAME AND METHOD OF INSTRUCTION - A system and method for providing an educational grade-level based word game that incorporates kinesthetic, tactile, and auditory learning styles for use in teaching children and other learners how to spell in an entertaining manner. The game correlates grade appropriate words to the common core language arts standards. The game may be portable and uses direct social interaction between real people. The game can incorporate a foreign language as well as sign language. The physical game set may include, but is not limited to, playing cards, one regular numbered game die, one six-sided graphical cube, and a kinesthetic implement, such as an elastic rope or a bouncy ball. | 04-03-2014 |
Terrance J. Bird, Byrn, MN US
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20100153243 | Customized Sales Software and Implementation - Customized sales software for consolidating, organizing and integrating data and process flow in a manner especially suited for sales operations. The customized sales software is customized to represent the user company's business process and integrates the user company's applications and data but does not change the user company's existing applications or databases. The sales software is designed in layers to enable seamless integration of legacy systems and external data sources, without requiring change to them, while at the same time enabling the introduction of new interfaces, transactions and processes. Integration with legacy systems and external data sources is possible at different layers within the software and may or may not utilize existing legacy system applications and processes. Generally speaking, integration with legacy systems and data sources may be either one or two way or in real time, depending on the requirements of a particular business process. | 06-17-2010 |
Terrance Joseph Bird, Byron, MN US
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20110047527 | Systems, Methods, and Apparatuses for Providing Computing Device Deployment Environments for Developing Applications - Users access a deployment environment utilizing a browser. The deployment environment automatically creates an application based on user input and then deploys the created application in response to an indication from a user. Deployment may include providing an automatically generated reference. When an application is accessed via a browser utilizing such a reference, the deployment environment may execute and deliver access to the referenced application. In some implementations, the deployment environment may allow the user to choose between a wizard and a development tool. The wizard may present a series of prompts that guide the user through a default template for designing an application, which is then automatically created based on the user's responses. The development tool may include an interface where the user can select pre-assembled application components or customize such components for designing an application, which is then automatically created based on the user's selections and/or modifications. | 02-24-2011 |
20110296372 | DEPLOYMENT ENVIRONMENT SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUSES FOR DEVELOPING APPLICATIONS AND DIAGNOSTIC PRICE AND/OR TIME QUOTE DETERMINATION SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUSES FOR APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - A server receives a request from a client to provide a price and/or time quote and transmits initial diagnostic questions. The server receives a response to the initial questions and generates a initial cost range and/or time range estimate quote based on weighting pre-assigned in a knowledge base to information included in the response. The weightings assigned to possible responses are based on analysis of historical data. The server transmits the initial cost and/or time estimate quote to the client. Further, the server may refine the initial cost range and/or time range estimate quote in response to a request. Refining may includes generating additional diagnostic questions, receiving a responses, generating a refined quote based on a weighting pre-associated in the knowledge base with information included in the responses, and transmitting the refined quote to the client. Refining the quote may be an iterative process. | 12-01-2011 |
Theodore M. Bird, Park City, UT US
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20120283945 | WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORK TRAFFIC NAVIGATION ANALYTICS - A mobile sensor receives a mobile sensor location and destination. The mobile sensor determines, from a repository of road segments, a plurality of routes having a first endpoint corresponding to the mobile sensor location, and a second endpoint corresponding to the destination. The mobile sensor receives transit data from a plurality of peer mobile sensors, wherein each transit data comprises a peer mobile sensor's velocity and a peer mobile sensor's location. The mobile sensor stores at least one transit data based on the peer mobile sensor's velocity and peer mobile sensor's location corresponding to at least one of the plurality of routes, thereby forming at least one stored transit data. The mobile sensor determines that a sampling period has expired. The mobile sensor reports a route corresponding to a stored transit route having best transit data or no transit data, wherein the route is among the plurality of routes. | 11-08-2012 |
Thomas D. Bird, Lake Forest Park, WA US
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20100129823 | METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING SUBJECTS SUSCEPTIBLE TO ATAXIC NEUROLOGICAL DISEASE - In one aspect, the invention provides methods of identifying genetic mutations that are associated with ataxic neurological disease. The methods comprise identifying a difference between a nucleic acid sequence of a protein kinase C gamma gene from a mammalian subject exhibiting ataxia and a nucleic acid sequence of a protein kinase C gamma gene from a subject which is not exhibiting ataxia, wherein the difference is a genetic mutation associated with ataxic neurological disease. In another aspect, isolated nucleic acid molecules encoding protein kinase C gamma missense mutations are provided. In another aspect, a method of screening a subject to determine if the subject has a genetic predisposition to develop an ataxic neurological disease is provided. In another aspect, the invention provides kits for determining susceptibility or presence of ataxic neurological disease in a mammalian subject. | 05-27-2010 |
Thomas G. Bird, Eads, TN US
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20090088480 | SOLID FORMS OF SELECTIVE ANDROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS - The present invention relates to solid forms of (S)—N-(4-cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-(4-cyanophenoxy)-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanamide and process for producing the same. | 04-02-2009 |
20100022641 | SOLID FORMS OF SELECTIVE ANDROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS - The present invention relates to solid forms of (S)—N-(4-cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-(4-cyanophenoxy)-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanamide and process for producing the same. | 01-28-2010 |
20110263703 | SOLID FORMS OF SELECTIVE ANDROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS - The present invention relates to solid forms of (S)-N-(4-cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-(4-cyanophenoxy)-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanamide and process for producing the same. | 10-27-2011 |
20140051764 | SOLID FORMS OF SELECTIVE ANDROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS - The present invention relates to solid forms of (S)—N-(4-cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-(4-cyanophenoxy)-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanamide and process for producing the same. | 02-20-2014 |
Timothy A. Bird, Bainbridge Island, WA US
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20080200389 | Rank-ligand-induced sodium/proton antiporter polypeptides - This invention relates to RIPPA, a new member of the human Na+/H+ antiporter polypeptide family, methods of making such polypeptides, and to methods of using RIPPA and RIPPA-Like polypeptides and agonists or antagonists. | 08-21-2008 |