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20130151229 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING RISK TOLERANCE AND ASSOCIATED ADVERSARY COSTS IN A DISTRIBUTED BUSINESS PROCESS - Methods and apparatus for simulating risk tolerance and associated adversary costs in a distributed business process are disclosed. The methods and apparatus simulate an interdependent business process, such as a financial transaction system, in a secure distributed manner. Each business entity that is part of the interdependent business process models itself on a local client device at any chosen level of detail. A simulation server connects the separate client based simulations into one large simulation. Details of each local simulation may be hidden from other simulation participants. However, interruptions in business flow caused by simulated disruptions introduced at the simulation server and/or a client device are propagated to all of the effected simulation participants via the simulation server. In addition, the simulation server receives inputs from users indicative of risk tolerance levels and associated response actions. If the operational costs imposed by a selected response action are greater than a deterrence threshold associated with a particular adversary, the adversary is not deterred from causing a certain disruption to the simulated competitive market environment. If the operational costs imposed by a selected response action are greater than the deterrence threshold the adversary is deterred. | 06-13-2013 |
20130204603 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING A DISTRIBUTED BUSINESS PROCESS - Methods and apparatus for simulating a distributed business process are disclosed. The methods and apparatus simulate an interdependent business process, such as a financial transaction system, in a secure distributed manner. Each business entity that is part of the interdependent business process models itself on a local client device at any chosen level of detail. A simulation server connects the separate client based simulations into one large simulation. Details of each local simulation may be hidden from other simulation participants. However, interruptions in business flow caused by simulated disruptions introduced at the simulation server and/or a client device are propagated to all of the effected simulation participants via the simulation server. In addition, if a client based model is not available, the server supplies a software agent to replace the inputs and outputs normally associated with that portion of the overall simulation. | 08-08-2013 |
20140032203 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ADVANCING TIME IN A DISTRIBUTED BUSINESS PROCESS SIMULATION - Methods and apparatus for advancing time in a distributed business process simulation are disclosed. The methods and apparatus simulate an interdependent business process, such as a financial transaction system, in a secure distributed manner. Each business entity that is part of the interdependent business process models itself on a local client device at any chosen level of detail. A simulation server connects the separate client based simulations into one large simulation. Details of each local simulation may be hidden from other simulation participants. However, interruptions in business flow caused by simulated disruptions introduced at the simulation server and/or a client device are propagated to all of the effected simulation participants via the simulation server. In addition, simulation time may be warped from one breakpoint to another breakpoint thereby facilitating an efficient ratio of simulation time to real time. | 01-30-2014 |
20150032501 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING RISK TOLERANCE AND ASSOCIATED ADVERSARY COSTS IN A DISTRIBUTED BUSINESS PROCESS - Methods and apparatus for simulating risk tolerance and associated adversary costs in a distributed business process are disclosed. The methods and apparatus simulate an interdependent business process, such as a financial transaction system, in a secure distributed manner. Each business entity that is part of the interdependent business process models itself on a local client device at any chosen level of detail. A simulation server connects the separate client based simulations into one large simulation. Details of each local simulation may be hidden from other simulation participants. However, interruptions in business flow caused by simulated disruptions introduced at the simulation server and/or a client device are propagated to all of the effected simulation participants via the simulation server. In addition, the simulation server receives inputs from users indicative of risk tolerance levels and associated response actions. If the operational costs imposed by a selected response action are greater than a deterrence threshold associated with a particular adversary, the adversary is not deterred from causing a certain disruption to the simulated competitive market environment. If the operational costs imposed by a selected response action are greater than the deterrence threshold the adversary is deterred. | 01-29-2015 |
20150112663 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING A DISTRIBUTED BUSINESS PROCESS - Methods and apparatus for simulating a distributed business process are disclosed. The methods and apparatus simulate an interdependent business process, such as a financial transaction system, in a secure distributed manner. Each business entity that is part of the interdependent business process models itself on a local client device at any chosen level of detail. A simulation server connects the separate client based simulations into one large simulation. Details of each local simulation may be hidden from other simulation participants. However, interruptions in business flow caused by simulated disruptions introduced at the simulation server and/or a client device are propagated to all of the effected simulation participants via the simulation server. In addition, if a client based model is not available, the server supplies a software agent to replace the inputs and outputs normally associated with that portion of the overall simulation. | 04-23-2015 |
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20120010670 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ACCESSING THE INTERIOR OF A HIP JOINT, INCLUDING THE PROVISION AND USE OF A NOVEL INFLOW ACCESS CANNULA - An inflow access cannula system for allowing an instrument to access a remote surgical site, wherein the instrument comprises a distal portion having a smaller diameter and a proximal portion having a larger diameter, the system comprising:
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20130274799 | ANCHOR DELIVERY SYSTEM - A system and associated method for manipulating tissues and anatomical or other structures in medical applications for the purpose of treating diseases or disorders or other purposes. In one aspect, the system includes a delivery device and a plurality of anchor assemblies. The delivery system is configured to deliver a first anchor using loaded energy and reload the energy required to deliver an addition anchor. | 10-17-2013 |
20130296889 | ANCHOR DELIVERY SYSTEM - A system and associated method for manipulating tissues and anatomical or other structures in medical applications for the purpose of treating diseases or disorders or other purposes. In one aspect, the system includes a delivery device configured to deploy and implant anchor devices for such purposes. | 11-07-2013 |
20140275756 | Devices, Systems and Methods for Treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Other Conditions - Devices, systems and methods for compressing, cutting, incising, reconfiguring, remodeling, attaching, repositioning, supporting, dislocating or altering the composition of tissues or anatomical structures to alter their positional or force relationship to other tissues or anatomical structures. In some applications, the invention may be used to improve patency or fluid flow through a body lumen or cavity (e.g., to limit constriction of the urethra by an enlarged prostate gland). | 09-18-2014 |
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20110138675 | Radio controlled fish finding lure float - The fishing lure float has long been available as an indicating device to alert fishermen of the presence of nibbling or striking fish The claims presented herein, advance the original fishing lure float beyond its former, limited role as an indicator. The Radio Controlled Fish Finding Lure Float combines recasting, trolling, and fish finding capability into one unit, while keeping the water and the environment as undisturbed as possible, all at an affordable price. More advanced releases of this technology allows for the detection of a force hitting the end of the lead line. Similarly, means for indicating the submergence of the float can be added to even more advanced models. The addition of global positioning technology to the float allows for the recording of locations and monitoring of aquatic life in specific areas. The addition of the remotely controlled lead line spool winch aids in the control of depth of the lead line. By combining the above features onto a larger, more stable platform, and with the aid of solar collectors, cameras, and a tether line spool, unmanned automated activities may be controlled from afar by computer systems for the aid in rudimentary offshore operations. | 06-16-2011 |
20110274493 | Moored Wellhead Effluent Capture and Concrete Application Apparatus - An improved moored wellhead effluent capture apparatus consists of multiple nested pressure resisting enclosures with open bottoms and increasing outside dimensions, interconnected with structure and resting on a common plane, the seabed, for encasing wellheads. Each surface of said pressure resisting enclosure is disposed with aligned holes of similar diameter for the purpose of connecting pipes used for a multitude of functions. The apparatus deployment over a blown out wellhead can be accomplished by lowering the apparatus over the drill pipe, allowing the pipe to pass through an open hatch in the top while descending to enclose the wellhead on the seabed for removal of the effluent through a conduit located on an auxiliary pipe flange. The removal of fluid from inside the void between the pressure resisting enclosures results in a net force from the hydrostatic pressure pushing the apparatus into the seabed, effectively mooring the structure around the wellhead. The said moored wellhead effluent capture apparatus aids blown out, existing, and new wellheads by providing a multitude of means for the installation of structural reinforcement, the placement of concrete and aggregate for encasement of the well pipe or wellhead, both above and below the seabed, and the excavation of for subsea foundations. | 11-10-2011 |
20110290471 | Effluent Capture and Shutoff Pipe Friction Mounting Apparatus - An improved Effluent Capture and Shutoff Pipe Friction Mounting Apparatus providing means for the prevention, collection, or stopping of effluent from a wellhead pipe ( | 12-01-2011 |
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20120236835 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RECORDING A GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION FROM A MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A method for recording a geographical location from a docked mobile communication device that includes detecting a mobile communication device communicatively coupled to a docking device; and detecting that the mobile communication device is communicatively uncoupled from the docking device. Afterwards, the geographical location of the mobile communication device is recorded and stored in memory upon detecting that the mobile communication device has communicatively uncoupled from the docking device. | 09-20-2012 |
20120258668 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL VEHICULAR SAFETY - A method is described for launching a vehicular camera application residing on a docked mobile communication device, such as a smartphone, tablet computer, or mp3 player, for example. A common feature for the many choices of a mobile communication device is that the mobile communication device comprises embedded data processing capability. The launching operation of the vehicular camera application includes detecting a communicative coupling of the mobile communication device with a docking device; and thereafter initiating the vehicular camera application that resides on the mobile communication device. Images are displayed on the mobile communication device that was captured by a vehicular camera or a camera integrated with the mobile communication device or communicatively coupled to the mobile communication device. The associated camera may be controlled by the vehicular camera application | 10-11-2012 |
20130102282 | SECURE DEVICE IDENTIFICATION PROTOCOL WITH AUTONOMOUS DETERMINATION OF SPECIFIC CLASS AND CAPABILITIES OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE CRADLE CONNECTED TO AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - An electronic device comprises: a memory having one or more class capabilities look-up tables; a communication port that enables connection of the electronic device to a device interface mechanism of a cradle accessory; an accessory authentication mechanism including configuration logic that, responsive to detection of an electrical coupling of the electronic device to the cradle accessory: initiates an authentication protocol that authenticates the cradle as an approved device for communicatively connecting with the electronic device; receives, from the cradle, N device status bits having a first set of M class bits that identify a class type of the cradle and a second set of P capabilities bits that identify which capabilities available to devices in that class type are supported by the cradle; and activates, on the electronic device and cradle, the one or more specific capabilities supported by the cradle, based on the class type and associated capabilities. | 04-25-2013 |
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20110029542 | DOCUMENT SCORING BASED ON DOCUMENT INCEPTION DATE - A system may determine a document inception date associated with a document, generate a score for the document based, at least in part, on the document inception date, and rank the document with regard to at least one other document based, at least in part, on the score. | 02-03-2011 |
20110264671 | DOCUMENT SCORING BASED ON DOCUMENT CONTENT UPDATE - A system may determine a measure of how a content of a document changes over time, generate a score for the document based, at least in part, on the measure of how the content of the document changes over time, and rank the document with regard to at least one other document based, at least in part, on the score. | 10-27-2011 |
20120016871 | DOCUMENT SCORING BASED ON QUERY ANALYSIS - A system may determine an extent to which a document is selected when the document is included in a set of search results, generate a score for the document based, at least in part, on the extent to which the document is selected when the document is included in a set of search results; and rank the document with regard to at least one other document based, at least in part, on the score. | 01-19-2012 |
20130332455 | PERMITTING USERS TO REMOVE DOCUMENTS - A system may present information regarding a document and provide an option for removing the document. The system may also receive selection of the option and remove the document when the option is selected. The system may aggregate information regarding documents that have been removed by a group of users and assign scores to a set of documents based on the aggregated information. | 12-12-2013 |