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Bryan L. Collins, Harrison, OH US
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20130068471 | Transition tool and method - A throttling valve formed by introducing an elongate tubular body into a tubular member through which fluid is flowing. The tubular body is provided with first and second ends, the first end being adapted for engaging a flow control device and the second end having a beveled end that enables fluid communication between the tubular member and the tubular body. The tubular body is provided with a tapered stem, the outside diameter of the stem proximate the first end of the tubular body being greater than the outside diameter of the stem proximate the second end, for seating against the opening in the end of the tubular member and effecting a seal between the outside surface of the stem and the margin of the opening in the tubular member. An elastomeric or other seal may be mounted on the outside surface of the stem for this same purpose. | 03-21-2013 |
Christopher R. Collins, Piqua, OH US
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20140209352 | Clamp Mechanism for Power Distribution Line Sensors - A clamp mechanism for a power distribution line sensor including a drive rod having a first rod portion with a spiral thread formed in a first-handed thread direction, a second rod portion with a spiral thread formed in an opposite-handed thread direction, and a coupling end portion. The mechanism also includes a first clamp portion having a first drive block engaged with the first rod portion and a first clamp arm having a pin-in-slot connection to that drive block, as well as a second clamp portion having a second drive block engaged with the second rod portion and a second clamp arm having a pin-in-slot connection to that drive block. The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are secured to each other, yet rotatable with respect to each other, at a proximal end of each respective clamp arm. A clamp block may function as part of the securement. | 07-31-2014 |
Craig M. Collins, Proctorville, OH US
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20080240865 | AUTOMATED, LOW PROFILE DRILLING/BOLTING MODULE WITH GRIPPER - A module is for use in drilling a borehole in face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked. Related aspects of control of the module and methods are disclosed. | 10-02-2008 |
Daniel J. Collins, Akron, OH US
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20130149478 | Powder, Compositions Thereof, Processes for Making the Same, and Articles Made Therefrom - Provided herein is a powder comprising at least one of: (a) a propylene-based elastomer comprising, based on the total weight of said propylene-based elastomer, (i) at least about 60 wt % of propylene-derived units, (ii) about 5 wt % to about 35 wt % of units derived from at least one of ethylene and a C | 06-13-2013 |
20160102429 | Carpet Backing Compositions and Carpet Backing Comprising the Same - The present disclosure relates to a carpet backing composition comprising a first polymer component, a filler, and a compatibilizer that can provide free radial resource for performing bonding functions of the first polymer component and the filler. The composition can exhibit good melt strength/extrudability and low viscosity. The present disclosure also relates to a carpet backing or a carpet that comprises such carpet backing composition. | 04-14-2016 |
David Collins, Plain City, OH US
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20100031795 | ADJUSTABLE ACCESSORY FENCE FOR A MITER SAW - An adjustable accessory fence for a miter saw includes a generally rectangular, elongated arm having a front surface, an opposing rear surface, a stop extending from the rear surface, a tapered end, an opening extending between the front and rear surfaces, and a plurality of threads disposed within the opening. A threaded set screw engages the threads of the arm and adjustably projects from the rear surface of the arm. The arm is detachably coupled to a cutting fence of the miter saw. The arm pivots about the stop when the set screw is adjusted to project from the rear surface of the arm and contact the cutting fence, the front surface of the arm providing a cutting guide having an adjustable angular relationship with respect to the cutting fence, said angular relationship being established by the projecting position of the set screw. | 02-11-2010 |
David E. Collins, Cincinnati, OH US
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20130197693 | System, Method, and Apparatus for Dispensing Oral Medications - A pill dispenser includes a housing, a pill-dispensing mechanism, a receptacle, a pill-viewing camera, an identifying camera, one or more processors, and a storage medium (e.g., a memory). The pill-dispensing mechanism is coupled to an opening of the housing. The first pill-viewing camera is positioned to capture an image of the receptacle, and the identifying camera is positioned to capture an image of an area adjacent to the housing. The one or more processors are in operative communication with the pill-dispensing mechanism, the pill-viewing camera, and the identifying camera. The storage medium stores processor-executable instructions for: instructing the pill-dispensing mechanism to dispense a pill; instructing the pill-viewing camera to capture a first image of the pill to determine a presence of the pill; instructing the pill-viewing camera to capture a second image to determine an absence of the pill; and instructing the identifying camera to capture a third image. | 08-01-2013 |
David Matthew Collins, Lyndhurst, OH US
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20090077764 | Maneuverable Domestic Cleaning Appliance - An upright floor vacuum cleaner comprising (a) a base having a vacuum nozzle disposed for cleaning the floor; (b) an upright handle having one end thereof connected to the base for pivotal movement thereon about a generally horizontal axis; (c) a suction source operative, upon energization, to create a vacuum in said nozzle; and, (d) a plurality of freely rotatable wheels mounted on said base each fully castered about a vertical axis and operative to permit free omni directional movement in translation and rotation of the base on the floor. | 03-26-2009 |
20090276974 | Cordless Hand-Held Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner and Charger Unit Therefore - A cordless hand-held rechargeable vacuum cleaner and a charging base unit for the vacuum cleaner is disclosed. The vacuum cleaner charging unit is configured to receive electrical power from a USB port, such as a USB port located on a computer. The charging unit can also be configured to receive power from an external power supply that includes a USB port which allows the base unit to be charged from a standard electrical outlet via the external power supply. The vacuum cleaner is useful for cleaning around computers and other electrical equipment, and can be easily gripped by a person's hand. | 11-12-2009 |
20100132151 | SWEEPABLE ELECTRIC VACUUM CLEANER - An electric vacuum cleaner with improved broom-like feel in sweeping includes a head and a handle. Batteries are provided in the handle and a suction motor/fan assembly, as well as a dirt cup, are provided in the head of the broom. There is a side entry of the dirt cup into the head of the unit. Pivotally mounted to the dirt cup is a filter assembly. The head of the dirt cup includes a flexible nozzle. | 06-03-2010 |
Glenn Hamilton Collins, Columbus, OH US
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20150132727 | Set of Blocks and Method For Teaching Mathematics - A set of education blocks and method for teaching mathematics through equation checking includes a plurality of polygonal-shaped numeral blocks each having a plurality of faces, wherein a top face includes a numeral and a bottom face opposite the top face includes a dot pattern corresponding to the numeral on the top face. The set of blocks includes a plurality of polygonal-shaped operator blocks each including a plurality of faces, a top face presenting an arithmetic operation symbol. Selected numeral and operator blocks are selectively arranged to form an equation, an inversion of the numeral blocks revealing respective dot patterns to confirm the equation's correctness. The method of teaching mathematics includes each numeral block associating a numeral with its corresponding dot pattern representation, textual representation in one or more languages, and a color indicia indicative of the numeral being even, odd, or prime. | 05-14-2015 |
Graig M. Collins, Proctorville, OH US
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20080240866 | AUTOMATED, LOW PROFILE DRILLING/BOLTING MODULE WITH COLLARING - A module is for use in drilling a borehole in face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked. Related aspects of control of the module and methods are disclosed. | 10-02-2008 |
Harry W. Collins, Troy, OH US
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20100185483 | SCALE WITH KIOSK ORDERING INTERFACE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A food product scale is adapted to interface with an electronic product ordering system, such as a kiosk ordering system, enabling store personnel to more readily identify, process and complete such orders. | 07-22-2010 |
20120123843 | Food Product Scale System And Method For Providing In-Store Incentives To Customers - A food product scale system includes a video commercial advertisement feature that is linked to an incentive item associated with a food product being weighed, where a coupon or other incentive label may also be printed for the incentive item. | 05-17-2012 |
Jerome Howard Collins, Cincinnati, OH US
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20100081602 | COMPOSITIONS FOR LIPOPHILIC FLUID SYSTEMS - Compositions for treating fabric articles, especially articles of clothing, linens and drapery, wherein the compositions provide improved cleaning of soils from and/or care of and/or treatment of fabric articles, especially while providing superior garment care for articles sensitive to water as compared to conventional fabric article treating compositions, are provided. | 04-01-2010 |
John Patrick Collins, Cleveland Heights, OH US
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20140249408 | ADAPTIVE DUAL-PASS TARGETED RECONSTRUCTION AND ACQUISITION - A hybrid imaging system includes a first imaging system configured to acquire anatomical data of a first field of view of an anatomical structure. A second imaging system configured to acquire functional data of the anatomical structure, the second imaging system acquiring functional data in a two-pass list-mode acquisition scheme. A reconstruction processor configured to reconstruct the functional data based on attenuation data into an attenuation corrected image and reconstruct the anatomical data into one or more high resolution images of one or more regions of interest. | 09-04-2014 |
20140369577 | MEDICAL IMAGING RECONSTRUCTION OPTIMIZED FOR RECIPIENT - A database ( | 12-18-2014 |
20150260857 | VIRTUAL FRAMES FOR DISTRIBUTED LIST-MODE TIME-OF-FLIGHT RECONSTRUCTION WITH CONTINUOUS BED MOVEMENT - A positron emission tomography (PET) system includes a memory ( | 09-17-2015 |
Julie L. Collins, Ashtabula, OH US
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20090283688 | SCINTILLATOR DEVICE - A detector includes a scintillator crystal having a front face and a rear face, a backplate disposed proximal to the rear face of the scintillator crystal, and a biasing member disposed proximal to the backplate and applying a biasing force to the backplate. In turn, the backplate applies a biasing force to the scintillator crystal in a direction toward the front face. The biasing member comprises a single-turn, round-section wire wave spring. | 11-19-2009 |
Kevin G. Collins, Perrysburg, OH US
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20160099572 | SYSTEM FOR OPERATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER PLANT AND DC POWER COLLECTION WITHIN - A system is disclosed for extracting a medium DC voltage from a plurality of PV modules arranged in an array and supplying the medium DC voltage to inverters located outside the array near a point of interconnection with a utility grid. | 04-07-2016 |
Peter J. Collins, Bellbrook, OH US
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20140002297 | Low Clutter Method for Bistatic RCS Measurements | 01-02-2014 |
Robert W. Collins, Maumee, OH US
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20090032097 | Enhancement of dye-sensitized solar cells using colloidal metal nanoparticles - Plasmon enhancement of a dye-stained matrix for use in a photovoltaic cell. The matrix includes nanoparticles of a charge accepting semiconductor; a sensitizer coating the charge accepting semiconductor; and metal nanoparticles capable of plasmon resonance. Another aspect of the invention relates to a plasmon-enhanced photovoltaic cell. The solar photovoltaic cell includes a plurality of nanoparticles of charge accepting semiconductor; a coating of sensitizer on the plurality of nanoparticles of charge accepting semiconductor; and a plurality of metal nanoparticles capable of plasmon resonance in communication with the sensitizer coating. An additional aspect relates to a method of making plasmon-enhanced material suitable for use in a photovoltaic cell. The steps include providing a charge accepting semiconductor; sintering the charge accepting semiconductor such as metal oxide; coating the charge accepting semiconductor with sensitizer; providing metal nanoparticles capable of plasmon resonance; and coating the charge accepting semiconductor with metal nanoparticles capable of plasmon resonance. | 02-05-2009 |
Scott Collins, North Canton, OH US
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20130123444 | ETHYLENE POLYMERIZATION USING DISCRETE NICKEL(II) IMINOPHOSPHONAMIDE COMPLEXES - The present invention generally relates to a new method of polymerizing ethylene. In one embodiment, the present invention relates to compounds utilized in the polymerization of ethylene and to a synthesis/polymerization method that uses same. In another embodiment branched polyethylene is synthesized from an ethylene monomer using, in this embodiment, at least one nickel iminophosphonamide (PN | 05-16-2013 |
Sunniva R. Collins, Cleveland Heights, OH US
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20100037991 | DIFFUSION PROMOTERS FOR LOW TEMPERATURE CASE HARDENING - Low temperature carburization of a workpiece surface is accomplished faster by impregnating the surface with a diffusion promoter prior to or during the low temperature carburization process. | 02-18-2010 |
20100116377 | HYBRID CARBURIZATION WITH INTERMEDIATE RAPID QUENCH - A carbon hardened surface is produced in a metal workpiece without forming carbide precipitates by carburizing the workpiece at high temperature carburization conditions, rapidly quenching the workpiece, and then carburizing the workpiece under low temperature carburization conditions. | 05-13-2010 |
20100201118 | CONDUIT CONNECTION WITH SENSING FUNCTION - Apparatus and method for mechanically attached connections of conduits may include a conduit gripping member ( | 08-12-2010 |
20100320755 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF ZERO CLEARANCE CONNECTION WITH OPTIONAL SENSING FUNCTION - Apparatus and method for mechanically attached connections of conduits may include a conduit gripping member ( | 12-23-2010 |
20110030849 | LOW TEMPERATURE CARBURIZATION UNDER SOFT VACUUM - Low temperature carburization of stainless steel using acetylene as the carburizing specie is carried out under soft vacuum conditions in the presence of hydrogen or other companion gas. As a result, formation of soot and the undesirable thermal oxide film that normally occurs during low temperature carburization is eliminated virtually completely. | 02-10-2011 |
20130186520 | CONCURRENT FLOW OF ACTIVATING GAS IN LOW TEMPERATURE CARBURIZATION - Low temperature gas carburization of stainless steel using acetylene as the carburizing specie is carried out under soft vacuum conditions in the presence of hydrogen or other companion gas. Carburization is made to go faster by including HCl or other carbon-free, halogen-containing activating compound in the carburizing gas being fed to the carburization reactor. | 07-25-2013 |
20130270814 | CONDUIT CONNECTION WITH SENSING FUNCTION - Apparatus and method for mechanically attached connections of conduits may include a conduit gripping member, a drive member, and a seal member, the drive member causing axial movement of the conduit gripping member to indent into an outer surface of the conduit when the assembly is pulled-up, the drive member causing the seal member to form a zero clearance seal at a location that is axially spaced from the conduit gripping member. The zero clearance seal may comprise a face seal arrangement including a gasket, and the conduit gripping member may be a ferrule, ring or other device that can grip and optionally seal against the conduit outer surface. The assembly may include a sensing function for detecting or sensing a characteristic or condition of an assembly component or the fluid or both. In one embodiment, a body coupling member has a two piece construction of a main body and a conduit socket insert. A flared fitting embodiment is also provided. Sensing functions are also incorporated into fittings other than just zero clearance fittings. | 10-17-2013 |
20150252922 | Conduit connection with strain sensor on a threaded nut - Apparatus and method for mechanically attached connections of conduits may include a conduit gripping member, a drive member, and a seal member, the drive member causing axial movement of the conduit gripping member to indent into an outer surface of the conduit when the assembly is pulled-up, the drive member causing the seal member to form a zero clearance seal at a location that is axially spaced from the conduit gripping member. The zero clearance seal may comprise a face seal arrangement including a gasket, and the conduit gripping member may be a ferrule, ring or other device that can grip and optionally seal against the conduit outer surface. The assembly may include a sensing function for detecting or sensing a characteristic or condition of an assembly component or the fluid or both. In one embodiment, a body coupling member has a two piece construction of a main body and a conduit socket insert. A flared fitting embodiment is also provided. Sensing functions are also incorporated into fittings other than just zero clearance fittings. | 09-10-2015 |
20160083831 | LOW TEMPERATURE CARBURIZATION UNDER SOFT VACUUM - Low temperature carburization of stainless steel using acetylene as the carburizing specie is carried out under soft vacuum conditions in the presence of hydrogen or other companion gas. As a result, formation of soot and the undesirable thermal oxide film that normally occurs during low temperature carburization is eliminated virtually completely. | 03-24-2016 |
Tom Collins, Mason, OH US
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20110162151 | Detergent Dispensing and Pre-Treatment Cap - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 07-07-2011 |
20110179585 | Detergent Dispensing and Pre-Treatment Cap - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 07-28-2011 |
20110179586 | Detergent Dispensing and Pre-Treatment Cap - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 07-28-2011 |
20110179587 | Detergent Dispensing and Pre-Treatment Cap - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 07-28-2011 |
Tom Collins, Cincinnati, OH US
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20080246738 | System and Method for Projecting Control Graphics - Systems and methods for projecting graphics onto a surface are provided. According to exemplary embodiments, systems and methods for projecting control graphics onto a surface that includes control functionality are provided. The surface may take the form of a control panel, touch panel or the like. The control panel is typically operatively connected to various components and/or systems, and is typically adapted to control various operations and/or functionalities. The control graphics are generally projected onto the surface, e.g., the control panel or touch panel, in response to a stimulus, e.g., user interaction. In exemplary embodiments, the stimulus/user interaction may take the form of voice command, user proximity (e.g., to a sensor), or the like. Graphic projection onto the surface may vary in intensity (e.g., over a range of dim to bright), and may be undetectable (e.g., non-existent) in the absence of the requisite stimulus. In further exemplary embodiments, information (e.g., programming reminders) or images (e.g., decorative images) may be projected onto the surface in place of control graphics, e.g., in the absence of the requisite stimulus. | 10-09-2008 |
Tom Patrick Collins, Mason, OH US
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20110311296 | Detergent Dispensing and Pre-Treatment Cap - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 12-22-2011 |
20120324653 | PRODUCT FOR PRE-TREATMENT AND LAUNDERING OF STAINED FABRIC - A product for pre-treatment and laundering of fabric having a stained portion. The product comprising a pourable aqueous detergent composition and a dispensing cap. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 12-27-2012 |
20120324655 | PRODUCT FOR PRE-TREATMENT AND LAUNDERING OF STAINED FABRIC - A product for pre-treatment and laundering of fabric having a stained portion. The product comprising a pourable aqueous detergent composition and a dispensing cap. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 12-27-2012 |
20140059784 | DETERGENT DISPENSING AND PRE-TREATMENT CAP - A detergent dispensing cap for pre-treating a stained fabric. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 03-06-2014 |
20150308037 | PRODUCT FOR PRE-TREATMENT AND LAUNDERING OF STAINED FABRIC - A product for pre-treatment and laundering of fabric having a stained portion. The product comprising a pourable aqueous detergent composition and a dispensing cap. The cap can have a pour volume sized and dimensioned to provide for a unit dose of the detergent composition. A portion of the cap can be provided with surface irregularities for scrubbing a stain. | 10-29-2015 |
Tracy Collins, Medway, OH US
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20110218139 | COMBINATION THERAPY AND METHODS FOR TREATING BACTERIAL BIOFILMS - A combination therapy for treating a bacterial biofilm comprises a therapeutically effective amount of an antibiotic comprising an aminoglyco side or tetracycline, or a combination of two or more thereof, and a cationic porphyrin in an amount effective for enhancing the effectiveness of the antibiotic in treating the bacterial biofilm. A method of treating a bacterial biofilm comprising | 09-08-2011 |