Edwards, US
Andrew B. Edwards, Toney, AL US
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20110000514 | Transportable Modular Configuration for Holding Panels - A configuration, all components of which are man portable in some embodiments, for holding panels to protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds panels along a side of the frame. Multiple frames are connected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. Frames include provisions for connection in a vertical configuration so as to allow stacking of the frames to increase the height of the barrier. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-06-2011 |
20110005695 | Transportable Modular System Permitting Isolation of Assets - A system comprising inexpensive composite panels and a configuration that holds them, all components of which are man portable. Select embodiments protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds thin panels along a longitudinal axis of the frame. Multiple frames a reconnected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. The panels may be formulated of a very high strength portland cement-based concrete with one side, both sides, or both sides and all edges, covered with elastic material, the combination of which significantly reduces penetration of projectiles. A panel may be covered with specially formulated elastic material comprising multiple layers, each layer of a different type or thickness of elastic material. The elastic material may include reinforcing material such as fabric woven from available COTS high-strength fibers. The panels may be fabricated using basic means available in rural locations. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-13-2011 |
Andrew J. Edwards, Redding, CT US
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20090000302 | GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM - A gas delivery system includes a gas booster module for delivering natural gas from a utility gas service to power generation equipment installed in or around a building in a manner that meets the minimum volume and pressure requirements of the power generation equipment. The gas delivery system advantageously uses pipe of a relatively small size for delivering gas to the power generation equipment, thereby substantially reducing installation costs and eliminating the need for a welded gas line. The gas delivery system also provides a control system that facilitates close control over the gas flow and ensures compliance with local building codes and safety regulations and requirements. | 01-01-2009 |
20090150100 | METERING ASSEMBLY AND CUSTOMER LOAD PANEL FOR POWER DELIVERY - Methods, systems, and apparatuses for alternate power delivery are provided. A metering assembly includes a power meter module. The power meter module includes a power control module and a power monitor. The power control module is coupled to a transfer switch that receives both primary power and alternate power. The transfer switch has an output coupled to an electrical circuit load. The power control module is configured to receive a request from the transfer switch for the alternate power to be supplied through the transfer switch to the electrical circuit load. The power control module is configured to enable the transfer switch to supply the alternate power to the electrical circuit load in response to the request. The power monitor is configured to determine an amount of the alternate power provided to the electrical circuit load. The power control module is configured to enable the alternate power to be decoupled from the electrical circuit load if the determined amount of the alternate power provided to the electrical circuit load is greater than a power trip setpoint. A plurality of metering assemblies may be provided to monitor a corresponding number of transfer switches coupled to electrical circuit loads in a facility. | 06-11-2009 |
20120267951 | METERING ASSEMBLY AND CUSTOMER LOAD PANEL FOR POWER DELIVERY - Systems and methods for power delivery to a load through a transfer switch are provided. The transfer switch has a first input terminal coupled to a source of a first power, a second input terminal coupled to a source of an alternate power, and an output terminal coupled to the load. A request is received from the transfer switch for the alternate power to be supplied through the transfer switch to the load. The alternate power is enabled to be supplied to the load through the transfer switch in response to the request. A power delivery system may include a first cabinet that houses a plurality of metering assemblies and a second cabinet that houses a load panel. Each metering assembly includes a power meter module that includes a power control module and a power monitor, with each power control module coupled to a corresponding transfer switch. | 10-25-2012 |
Andrew J. Edwards, Idaho Falls, ID US
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20080224060 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING EXPLOSIVES - A method of detecting explosives in a vehicle includes providing a first rack on one side of the vehicle, the rack including a neutron generator and a plurality of gamma ray detectors; providing a second rack on another side of the vehicle, the second rack including a neutron generator and a plurality of gamma ray detectors; providing a control system, remote from the first and second racks, coupled to the neutron generators and gamma ray detectors; using the control system, causing the neutron generators to generate neutrons; and performing gamma ray spectroscopy on spectra read by the gamma ray detectors to look for a signature indicative of presence of an explosive. Various apparatus and other methods are also provided. | 09-18-2008 |
Boyd F. Edwards, Westover, WV US
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20090205962 | Electrophoresis device and method - A continuous periodic electric wave electrophoresis device and method generates a continuous periodic electric wave that electrophoretically separates charged particles within a sample. The device can have a channel wherein the sample is introduced. At least three interdigitated arrays of conducting electrodes can be positioned adjacent the channel with each array having an externally controllable electrical potential. An externally controlled electric current can be applied to each array of conducting electrodes, creating a continuous periodic electric wave having a selectable wave speed within the channel that separates the particles within the sample. The continuous periodic electric wave can entrain high-mobility particles and immobilize low-mobility particles. | 08-20-2009 |
Bradley A. Edwards, South Jordan, UT US
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20100123723 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEPENDENCY GRAPH EVALUATION FOR ANIMATION - Aspects include systems, devices, and methods for evaluating a source dependency graph and animation curve with a game system. The dependency graph may be evaluated at an interactive rate during execution of a game. The animation curve may describe change in a state of a control element over time. Subnetworks of the dependency graph may be identified and evaluated using a plurality of processors. | 05-20-2010 |
20150050996 | SYSTEM USING RULE BASED TECHNIQUES FOR HANDLING GAMEPLAY RESTRICTIONS - Systems and methods employing rule based techniques for handling virtual entity manifestation into gameplay modes in accordance with gameplay restrictions of the individual gameplay modes. The system may comprise a host server including one or more processors configured to execute computer program modules. The computer program modules may comprise a game module configured to execute an instance of the online game and to facilitate participation in one or more gameplay modes, a rule module configured to maintain rules corresponding to the restrictions for manifesting virtual entities into the individual gameplay modes, a creation module configured to create manifests including information corresponding to the rules for each gameplay mode, a determination module configured to determine which rules to apply to the virtual entities, and an application module configured to apply the rules according to the determinations. | 02-19-2015 |
Brian R. Edwards, Raymond, ME US
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20090024145 | Apparatus and method for sternotomy closure - A tissue closure device includes a pusher assembly having a drive arm extending from a drive shaft and a drive mechanism at a distal end of the drive arm, wherein the drive mechanism is capable of releasably engaging and rotating a suturing needle having a pointed end and a blunt end about a rotational axis and a cartridge having a protective housing and the suturing needle, the cartridge extending from a distal end of a cartridge holder assembly and releasably attached to the cartridge holder assembly. A pointed end of the suturing needle may be positioned within the protective housing before and after a complete rotation of the suturing needle about the rotational axis. A removable electronic module may be provided controlled by an actuator that mechanically engages the drive shaft to rotate the drive shaft and the drive mechanism, thereby rotating the suturing needle about the rotational axis. | 01-22-2009 |
20130261643 | Apparatus and Method for Sternotomy Closure - A tissue closure device includes a pusher assembly having a drive arm extending from a drive shaft and a drive mechanism at a distal end of the drive arm, wherein the drive mechanism is capable of releasably engaging and rotating a suturing needle having a pointed end and a blunt end about a rotational axis and a cartridge having a protective housing and the suturing needle, the cartridge extending from a distal end of a cartridge holder assembly and releasably attached to the cartridge holder assembly. A pointed end of the suturing needle may be positioned within the protective housing before and after a complete rotation of the suturing needle about the rotational axis. A removable electronic module may be provided controlled by an actuator that mechanically engages the drive shaft to rotate the drive shaft and the drive mechanism, thereby rotating the suturing needle about the rotational axis. | 10-03-2013 |
Charles Edwards, Alexander, AR US
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20100115884 | Segmented Composite Panel with False Joints - A building panel includes a facer sheet having opposed side joints, a liner sheet, a core material bonded between the facer and liner sheets, and at least one false joint formed in the facer sheet extending between the side joints such that the facer sheet is a continuous sheet across the at least one false joint. The at least one false joint includes a base surface extending into the foam core, opposing side surfaces connecting the base surface to the facer sheet, and a tab formed on each opposing side surface at one of the side joints. The tabs are folded under the one side joint. | 05-13-2010 |
Charles Owen Edwards, Pleasanton, CA US
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20120018768 | LED-BASED LIGHT EMITTING DEVICES - An LED-based light emitting device comprises: a substrate; at least one LED die mounted to the substrate; at least one bond wire that electrically connects the LED die; and a light transmissive material (silicone) encapsulating the at least one LED die and at least one bond wire. The at least one bond wire has a hook-shaped portion that loops back on itself. | 01-26-2012 |
20120032600 | LED-BASED LIGHT EMITTING SYSTEMS AND DEVICES WITH COLOR COMPENSATION - A light emitting system comprises an LED-based light emitting device and a controller for controlling operation of the device. The device comprises at least two LEDs that are operable to generate light of different colors that contribute to the emission product of the device. The controller is operable to control light emission from the LEDs in response to the measured intensity of the first and second color light contributions in the emission product. To measure the individual light contributions the controller is operable to interrupt, or at least change, light emission from one LED for a selected time period and during this time period to measure the intensity of the emission product of the device. The intensity of light of the first and second color can be determined by comparing the measured intensity with the measured intensity when the light emission from the other LED is interrupted or changed. | 02-09-2012 |
Daniel J. Edwards, Burlington, NJ US
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20090125169 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF IMPROVING OR INCREASING INFORMATION CONCERNING, PARTICULARLY, RUNWAY CONDITIONS AVAILABLE TO PILOTS OF LANDING AIRCRAFT - Addressed are systems and methods for providing to pilots of landing aircraft real-time (or near real-time) information concerning runway conditions and aircraft-stopping performance to be encountered upon landing. The systems and methods contemplate using more objective data than utilized at present and providing the information in automated manner. Information may be obtained by using conventional ground-based runway friction testers or, advantageously, by using air-based equipment such as (but not limited to) unmanned aerospace vehicles (UAVs). | 05-14-2009 |
20110020062 | VEHICLE INCURSION INHIBITORS - Detailed are systems and techniques for protecting structures from vehicular attack. The systems incorporate deformable materials sufficient to disable or otherwise inhibit certain vehicular traffic yet support weights and weight distributions typically associated with pedestrian or other non-threat traffic. Bodies of deformable materials further may include rigid structures or vehicle-immobilization devices. | 01-27-2011 |
20120262306 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF IMPROVING OR INCREASING INFORMATION CONCERNING, PARTICULARLY, RUNWAY CONDITIONS AVAILABLE TO PILOTS OF LANDING AIRCRAFT - Addressed are systems and methods for providing to pilots of landing aircraft real-time (or near real-time) information concerning runway conditions and aircraft-stopping performance to be encountered upon landing. The systems and methods contemplate using more objective data than utilized at present and providing the information in automated manner. Information may be obtained by using conventional ground-based runway friction testers or, advantageously, by using air-based equipment such as (but not limited to) unmanned aerospace vehicles (UAVs). | 10-18-2012 |
Daniel Robert Morgan Edwards US
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20110042439 | Surgical Staple - A surgical staple comprising a first deformable leg, a second deformable leg and a backspan having first and second transverse portions spaced apart to create a gap therebetween. The backspan further includes a third transverse portion spaced distally from the first and second transverse portions and distally of the gap. A first non-linear backspan portion extends between the first transverse portion and the first end portion of the third transverse portion and a second non-linear backspan portion extends between the second transverse portion and the second end portion of the third transverse portion. | 02-24-2011 |
David A. Edwards, Phoenix, AZ US
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20110289146 | METHOD AND APPARATUS ALLOWING SCAN OF DATA STORAGE DEVICE FROM REMOTE SERVER - A method and device allowing a scan of a data storage device from a remote server are disclosed. In some embodiments, a computing device may include an out-of-band (OOB) configured to compute a first hash value for data stored in one or more sectors of a data storage device at a first time; receive, using communication circuitry, a request to transmit a portion of the data stored in the one or more sectors of the data storage device at a second time, the second time being subsequent to the first time; compute a second hash value for the data stored in the one or more sectors of the data storage device at the second time; and transmit, using the communication circuitry, the requested portion of the data, only if the second hash value does not match the first hash value. | 11-24-2011 |
David J. Edwards, Dunlap, IL US
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20100010703 | Machine guidance system - A guidance system for a mobile machine is disclosed. The guidance system may have a scanning device configured to generate a signal indicative of a lateral distance from the machine to a roadway marker, a locating device configured to determine a geographical location of the machine, and a controller in communication with the scanning device and the locating device. The controller may be configured to receive a desired lateral distance from the machine to the roadway marker, and to compare the desired lateral distance to the actual lateral distance. The controller may further be configured to implement a response to the comparison based on the geographical location. | 01-14-2010 |
David James Edwards, Dunlap, IL US
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20100114436 | Operator restraint system - An operator restraint system is provided. The operator restraint system includes a seatbelt payout sensor and a seatbelt buckle assembly. The seatbelt buckle assembly includes a housing and an alarm assembly. The alarm assembly includes at least one of a light source configured to generate a visible signal and an annunciator configured to generate an audible signal. A controller is associated with at least one of the seatbelt payout sensor and the alarm assembly. The controller is configured to receive from the seatbelt payout sensor a signal indicative of a length of a seatbelt that has been withdrawn, determine whether the length of the seatbelt that has been withdrawn is within a predetermined range, and control the alarm assembly to selectively generate at least one of the visible signal and the audible signal to remind an operator regarding employment of the seatbelt based on the determination. | 05-06-2010 |
David Trent Edwards, Chicago, IL US
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20110161210 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING TECHNICAL SUPPORT - A computer-implemented method, computer program product, and computing system for receiving a technical support inquiry from a third party concerning a technical issue associated with a multi-component product including a plurality of technical components. The technical components are produced by a plurality of entities. The technical issue is associated with one or more of the plurality of entities, thus defining one or more identified entities. | 06-30-2011 |
Dean B. Edwards, Moscow, ID US
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20100106344 | Unmanned land vehicle having universal interfaces for attachments and autonomous operation capabilities and method of operation thereof - An apparatus and method is disclosed for a wireless remotely operable unmanned compact vehicle platform for use in land management comprising a frame and providing a pair of ground engageable endless drive tracks powered by a hydraulic fluid power source. The vehicle supports working attachments on the front end by utilizing a universal working attachment coupling interface carried on a pair of loader boom structures, and the vehicle supports working attachments on the rear end by utilizing a three point hitch apparatus. Working attachments coupled to the vehicle may be powered by the hydraulic fluid power source carried on the frame. A wireless remote control apparatus allows an operator to control the vehicle at a safe distance and a wireless video system allows an operator to control the vehicle accurately. A system of autonomous operation is integrated with the vehicle for travel in complex, unstructured environments. The claimed invention also utilizes a method of operation for the wirelessly operable unmanned vehicle control system which comprises a system wherein one or more mobile transmitters can be used to control one or more vehicles individually. | 04-29-2010 |
Dennis Lee Edwards, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20100150366 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CANCELLING, REDUCING AND MODULATING NOISE SIGNAL AND FOR SIGNAL ENHANCING AND SIGNAL PROOFING - The embodiments herein provide an apparatus and method for cancelling signal noise. According to one embodiment, an apparatus for cancelling signal noise has a sensor or receiver to capture the undesirable signals. A transducer converts the energy of the captured signals and modulates the captured undesirable signals. A signal inverting circuit is connected to the transducer to generate the inverse of the captured undesirable signals by inverting the amplitude of the undesirable signal while maintain the frequency at the same level. The generated inverse of the undesirable signal transmitted by a transmitter is received by a receiver and output through a speaker so that the output inverse of the undesirable signal is combined with the undesirable signal to produce a desired signal environment. | 06-17-2010 |
Donald J. Edwards, Bel Air, MD US
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20100268782 | System and method for re-directing requests from browsers for communications over non-IP based networks - A method and system for deploying content to client applications is provided. Inbound messages are accepted from a client application running on a client device via a proxy IP/port. The inbound messages are packaged into an internal message format with an HTTP redirector. The packaged message is forwarded to a back-end server via a message router. A response is received form from a web server. The response is packaged into the internal message format with the back-end server. The response is then forwarded to the HTTP redirector via a message router. The response can then be transferred to the client application running on the client device, via the proxy IP/port. | 10-21-2010 |
Douglas Edwards, Danbury, CT US
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20110048063 | COMPONENT FOR SOLAR ADSORPTION REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MAKING SUCH COMPONENT - An adsorption structure is described that includes at least one adsorbent member formed of an adsorbent material and at least one porous member provided in contact with a portion of the adsorbent member to allow gas to enter and exit the portion of the adsorbent member. Such adsorption structure is usefully employed in adsorbent-based refrigeration systems. A method also is described for producing an adsorbent material, in which a first polymeric material is provided having a first density and a second polymeric material is provided having a second density, in which the second polymeric material is in contact with the first polymeric material to form a structure. The structure is pyrolyzed to form a porous adsorbent material including a first region corresponding to the first polymeric material and a second region corresponding to the second polymeric material, in which at least one of the pore sizes and the pore distribution differs between the first region and the second region. | 03-03-2011 |
E. Bradley Edwards, St. Joseph, IL US
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20110213113 | PRODUCTION PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS, COMPOSITIONS, SURFACTANTS, MONOMER UNITS, METAL COMPLEXES, PHOSPHATE ESTERS, GLYCOLS, AQUEOUS FILM | 09-01-2011 |
Eric Edwards, Milolii, HI US
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20100333210 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR SEQUESTERING CONTENT - In one embodiment, the methods and apparatuses sequester content receiving content for use in an application; review the content; automatically sequester the content from the application based on the reviewing; and form a reason associated with the sequestering the content. In another embodiment, the methods and apparatuses receive content for use with an application; determine whether the content is one of acceptable content and unacceptable content; remove the unacceptable content from the application; form an explanation for the unacceptable content; and store the unacceptable content and the explanation in an off-line storage device. | 12-30-2010 |
Eric Edwards, Kealakekua, HI US
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20110069183 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES TO CAPTURE CONTENT - In one embodiment, the methods and apparatuses identifying opportunities to capture content sense a user profile; determine a geographic location of a device; and transmit at least one suggestion to the device based on the geographic location of the device and the user profile wherein the suggestion indicates a photo opportunity. | 03-24-2011 |
20130335586 | System And Method For Efficiently Transferring Data From An Electronic Camera Device - A system and method for efficiently transferring data from an electronic camera device includes a camera device that is configured to capture image data and temporarily store the image data into an economical limited local buffer memory. A transfer manager from the camera device may then periodically arbitrate for access to a wireless communications network, and may transfer the captured image data from the buffer memory to a designated data destination, such as an image service on a distributed computer network like the Internet. A system user may then efficiently access the transferred image data from a dedicated storage location on the data destination by utilizing any appropriate data-access device, such as a personal computer device or a portable electronic device. | 12-19-2013 |
20140036113 | System And Method For Creating Composite Images By Utilizing An Imaging Device - A system and method for creating composite images by utilizing a camera comprises a cradle device that transports the camera across a target area during a scanning procedure that captures and stores image data. During the scanning procedure, a motion detector captures and provides scan motion data to a scanning manager from the camera. The scanning manager may then responsively utilize the scan motion data to accurately extract still frames corresponding to the target area from the captured image data at pre-determined time intervals. A stitching software program may then access and combine the still frames generated by the scanning manager to thereby create composite images. | 02-06-2014 |
Eric Edwards, Captain Cook, HI US
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20090324133 | Masking Tool - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. A masking tool positions a graphical representation on the display, the graphical representation defining a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are applied to the image. The masking tool is positioned over a masked portion of an image and an effect is applied. The effect is applied on the image inside the masked portion. | 12-31-2009 |
20110205401 | Masking Tool - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool. | 08-25-2011 |
20120287300 | MASKING TOOL - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool. | 11-15-2012 |
20130301948 | MASKING TOOL - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool. | 11-14-2013 |
20140160306 | MASKING TOOL - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool. | 06-12-2014 |
20140177976 | MASKING TOOL - A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool. | 06-26-2014 |
Eric D. Edwards, Kealakekua, HI US
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20100079608 | Method And Apparatus For Super-Resolution Imaging Using Digital Imaging Devices - A super-resolution image is generated from a sequence of low resolution images. In one embodiment, the image shift information is measured for each of the low resolution images using an image stabilization component of an imaging device. The shift information is used to generate the super-resolution image. In another embodiment, the blurs are calculated for each of the low resolution images and are used to generate the super-resolution image. | 04-01-2010 |
Eric D. Edwards, Ringwood, NJ US
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20090073301 | IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE AND METHOD COMPATIBLE WITH A TELEVISION RECEIVER - A method for processing digital images and displaying them on a television receiver is provided. Initially, an image processing device receives digital image data from a digital camera or other digital device. Next, the digital image is stored on a storage device associated with the image processing device. This digital image on the storage device is converted into television signals and supplied to a television receiver where it can be displayed. Another aspect of the present invention provides an apparatus for processing these images. This apparatus includes a first input terminal capable of receiving digital image data, a second input terminal capable of receiving commands from a user, an output terminal capable of supplying digital image data to a television receiver external to the apparatus, a storage device associated with the apparatus capable of storing the digital image data, and a processor capable of executing instructions in response to commands received over the second input terminal that store the received digital image in the storage device, converts the digital images into television signals, and transmit the television signals to the television receiver for display thereon. | 03-19-2009 |
Erik W. Edwards, Council Bluffs, IA US
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20090206054 | MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR CREATING IMAGING LAYERS - The present invention provides patterned features of dimensions of less than 50 nm on a substrate. According to various embodiments, the features may be “Manhattan” style structures, have high aspect ratios, and/or have atomically smooth surfaces. The patterned features are made from polymer brushes grafted to a substrate. In some embodiments, the dimensions of the features may be determined by adjusting the grafting density and/or the molecular weight of the brushes. Once the brushes are patterned, the features can be shaped and reshaped with thermal or solvent treatments to achieve the desired profiles. The chemical nature of the polymer brush is thus independent of the patterning process, which allows for optimization of the polymer brush used for specific applications. Applications include masks for pattern transfer techniques such as reactive ion etching. | 08-20-2009 |
Gail E. Edwards, Toms River, NJ US
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20090216762 | Just in Time Wiring Information System - A just in time wiring information system, which includes an aircraft wiring information system module, a technical reference module, an interactive computer aided cable repair system module, and an e-suite. The e-suite communicates with the aircraft wiring information system module, the technical reference module, and the interactive computer aided cable repair system module such that via the e-suite a user may obtain information from each of the modules. | 08-27-2009 |
Gary Thomas Edwards, Gardnerville, NV US
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20100134271 | Hazard Ahead Warning Light and Method - A hazard warning apparatus for use in motor vehicles enabling a driver observing a road hazard to warn other drivers. One embodiment is provided with at least one light preferably an array of lights arranged as a hazard warning signal mounted a body associated of the vehicle in a forward facing direction in order to warn oncoming traffic when illuminated. A power supply circuit provides an intermittently pulsed power signal to the array of lights for a limited period of time in response to an input signal and then automatically turns off. An input switch located proximate the driver when engaged communicates with the power supply causing the array of lights to be intermittently pulsed. In another embodiment the hazard warning apparatus communicates with other vehicles providing a hazard warning via a wireless signal. | 06-03-2010 |
Greg Edwards, Quincy, IL US
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20110197456 | Handheld Cutter for Vinyl Floor Coverings - A hand held cutting tool for cutting vinyl flooring material. The cutting tool has a tool body with a bottom surface configured to slide across the vinyl flooring material as it is being cut. The tool body holds a hook blade above the floor level, and angling slightly outward toward the wall, roughly pointing towards the intersection between the floor and the wall. The tool body is beveled underneath the hook blade to provide a space for the vinyl to curve up against the wall. The vinyl is placed on the floor, curving up against the wall with the cutting tool body pressing the excess vinyl against the wall as the hook blade slices through the vinyl. | 08-18-2011 |
Hank Edwards, Golden, CO US
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20100041386 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING HANDLING OF TERMINATING A COMMUNICATION - An apparatus, system, and method for facilitating communication handing of a terminating communication, terminating or originating, at a mobile station. User preferences are entered and stored at a database. When a terminating communication is subsequently initiated, the stored preferences are accessed, and instructions are provided to the mobile station to cause communication termination in conformity with the stored preferences. | 02-18-2010 |
James R. Edwards, Longmont, CO US
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20100042778 | Memory System Such as a Dual-Inline Memory Module (DIMm) and Computer System Using the Memory System - A memory system ( | 02-18-2010 |
Jarrett Edwards, Page, AZ US
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20080203207 | LINE HOLDER - A line holder includes a spool about which line is wound and a spool housing. The spool is rotatably supported in the housing. The spool housing has an aperture through which the line is extendable. The spool housing includes a member that applies a variable force to the spool to resist rotation of the spool relative to the spool housing. A cutter may be connected to the spool housing for cutting the line. A method of providing fishing line is also disclosed. | 08-28-2008 |
Jason D. Edwards, Meridianville, AL US
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20110000514 | Transportable Modular Configuration for Holding Panels - A configuration, all components of which are man portable in some embodiments, for holding panels to protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds panels along a side of the frame. Multiple frames are connected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. Frames include provisions for connection in a vertical configuration so as to allow stacking of the frames to increase the height of the barrier. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-06-2011 |
20110005695 | Transportable Modular System Permitting Isolation of Assets - A system comprising inexpensive composite panels and a configuration that holds them, all components of which are man portable. Select embodiments protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds thin panels along a longitudinal axis of the frame. Multiple frames a reconnected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. The panels may be formulated of a very high strength portland cement-based concrete with one side, both sides, or both sides and all edges, covered with elastic material, the combination of which significantly reduces penetration of projectiles. A panel may be covered with specially formulated elastic material comprising multiple layers, each layer of a different type or thickness of elastic material. The elastic material may include reinforcing material such as fabric woven from available COTS high-strength fibers. The panels may be fabricated using basic means available in rural locations. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-13-2011 |
Jay Edwards, Madison, WI US
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20110155724 | Meal Kit And Cooking Tray - A meal kit for microwave cooking of a multi-component food product is provided that includes at least two sealed packages of ingredients for the multi-component food product. One of the sealed packages of ingredients contains a liquid component of the multi-component food product. The meal kit also includes a cooking tray formed of a microwave-safe material having a bottom wall with an upstanding sidewall extending around the periphery thereof to define an interior of the cooking tray. Outer packaging is provided to contain the sealed packages of ingredients and the cooking tray. | 06-30-2011 |
20130284726 | Meal Kit and Cooking Tray - A meal kit for microwave cooking of a multi-component food product is provided that includes at least two sealed packages of ingredients for the multi-component food product. One of the sealed packages of ingredients contains a liquid component of the multi-component food product. The meal kit also includes a cooking tray formed of a microwave-safe material having a bottom wall with an upstanding sidewall extending around the periphery thereof to define an interior of the cooking tray. Outer packaging is provided to contain the sealed packages of ingredients and the cooking tray. | 10-31-2013 |
Jay Anthony Edwards, Madison, WI US
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20100241253 | Method and Apparatus to Facilitate Assessing Environmental-Impact Information as Pertains to Packaging - A first memory ( | 09-23-2010 |
Jeffrey C. Edwards, Tucson, AZ US
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20100328642 | System and method for sensing proximity - A system for detecting proximity to a target object. The novel system includes a detector adapted to receive a reflected electromagnetic beam from the target and a processor adapted to determine a distance to the target by measuring an angle of the reflected beam. The system may also include an emitter adapted to transmit an electromagnetic beam toward the target to produce the reflected beam such that the angle of the reflected beam corresponds with a distance to the target. In an illustrative embodiment, the emitter is a focused infrared emitter or laser diode positioned to transmit the beam at a known angle such that the transmitted beam crosses an optical axis of the detector. The processor may also be adapted to use the rate of change of the amplitude of the reflected beam in determining the distance to the target. | 12-30-2010 |
Jeremy S. Edwards, Newark, DE US
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20120021522 | Method for the Evolutionary Design of Biochemical Reaction Networks - The present invention relates to methods for achieving an optimal function of a biochemical reaction network. The methods can be performed in silico using a reconstruction of a biochemical reaction network of a cell and iterative optimization procedures. The methods can further include laboratory culturing steps to confirm and possibly expand the determinations made using the in silico methods, and to produce a cultured cell, or population of cells, with optimal functions. The current invention includes computer systems and computer products including computer-readable program code for performing the in silico steps of the invention. | 01-26-2012 |
Jerry C. Edwards, Huntsville, AL US
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20110005695 | Transportable Modular System Permitting Isolation of Assets - A system comprising inexpensive composite panels and a configuration that holds them, all components of which are man portable. Select embodiments protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds thin panels along a longitudinal axis of the frame. Multiple frames a reconnected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. The panels may be formulated of a very high strength portland cement-based concrete with one side, both sides, or both sides and all edges, covered with elastic material, the combination of which significantly reduces penetration of projectiles. A panel may be covered with specially formulated elastic material comprising multiple layers, each layer of a different type or thickness of elastic material. The elastic material may include reinforcing material such as fabric woven from available COTS high-strength fibers. The panels may be fabricated using basic means available in rural locations. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-13-2011 |
Jerry C. Edwards, Lewisburg, AL US
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20110000514 | Transportable Modular Configuration for Holding Panels - A configuration, all components of which are man portable in some embodiments, for holding panels to protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds panels along a side of the frame. Multiple frames are connected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. Frames include provisions for connection in a vertical configuration so as to allow stacking of the frames to increase the height of the barrier. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-06-2011 |
Jim Edwards, Lawton, OK US
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20100318017 | Method of improving vision using contact lenses and corneal collagen crosslinking - A method of improving vision by reshaping the cornea to correct for abnormal surface curvature by measuring the surface topography of the cornea, providing a rigid contact lens to reshape the cornea into a more desirable configuration, wearing the contact lens for sufficient time to achieve the reshaping, removing the contact lens, applying an alcohol solution to the epithelial layer, applying a riboflavin solution to the cornea, and subjecting the cornea to UV light for sufficient time to induce cross-linking of collagen fibers within the cornea, whereby the cornea is stabilized in the reshaped desirable configuration. | 12-16-2010 |
20120065572 | Corneal crosslinking methodology using custom etched contact lenses - An improved methodology for the treatment of corneal abnormalities involving the application of a crosslinking solution, such as riboflavin, to the surface of the cornea followed by exposure to UV light such that the rigidity of the cornea is increased and stabilized, the method improved by providing a transparent contact lens that is selectively etched to create areas on the lens that either preclude or reduce penetration of UV light, thereby eliminating or reducing crosslinking for areas of the cornea that do not require stabilization while allowing penetration of UV light to areas of the cornea that do require stabilization. | 03-15-2012 |
Jim Kevin Edwards, Leawood, KS US
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20090305683 | System, Method and Apparatus for Remotely Configuring Selective Call Features - A method, system and apparatus for remotely configuring selective call features includes receiving a selective call feature request message addressed to a feature configuration address associated with a first communication device from a second communication device. The selective call feature request message includes a selective call feature command. The method further includes enabling a selective call feature indicated by the selective call feature command for the first communication device. In various embodiments, the selective call feature request message is a text message. In some embodiments, the method further includes sending a selective call feature acknowledgment message to the second communication device. The selective call feature acknowledgment message indicates that the selective call feature is enabled for the first communication device. In various embodiments, the selective call feature request message includes a selective call forwarding command, a selective call acceptance command, or a selective call rejection command. | 12-10-2009 |
20100091762 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR USER-INITIATED PROVISIONING OF A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - An embodiment of a method and apparatus for provisioning of a communication device includes receiving a registration request from a first communication device. The registration request includes an address associated with the first communication device. The method further includes registering the first communication device in response to receiving the registration request, placing a call request to the first communication device, and establishing a call session with the first communication device. The method further includes prompting a user of the first communication device for a user identifier, and receiving a user identifier from the user of the first communication device. The method still further includes sending one or more configuration parameters associated with the user identifier to the first communication device. The one or more configuration parameters are operable to configure the first communication device. | 04-15-2010 |
20100295671 | DATA PORT AND TRANSMISSION DEVICE - Among other things, there are disclosed devices and methods for monitoring sensors in a home, office or other location and transmit low-bandwidth signals concerning those sensors along existing telephone wires not connected to telephone service. A hub device is electronically connected to one or more sensors at an end user's location, and is also electronically connected to the unused telephone wires. When a sensor transmits a signal to the hub, such as a smoke detection or other problem, the hub creates a low-bandwidth signal and transmits it along the unused telephone wires. A converter remote from the end user's location receives the signal, converts it into data or other type of message, and sends the message to the end user or other service for action. | 11-25-2010 |
20150078373 | System, Method, and Apparatus for User-Initiated Provisioning of a Communication Device - An embodiment of a method and apparatus for provisioning of a communication device includes receiving a registration request from a first communication device. The registration request includes an address associated with the first communication device. The method further includes registering the first communication device in response to receiving the registration request, placing a call request to the first communication device, and establishing a call session with the first communication device. The method further includes prompting a user of the first communication device for a user identifier, and receiving a user identifier from the user of the first communication device. The method still further includes sending one or more configuration parameters associated with the user identifier to the first communication device. The one or more configuration parameters are operable to configure the first communication device. | 03-19-2015 |
John S. Edwards, Weston, WI US
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20090200448 | CAST WALL WITH MODULAR UNITS - A cast wall system comprising at least two modular units, each having a front surface, a back surface, and opposing edge surfaces. A first edge surface (e.g., an upper edge surface) of one modular unit is positioned adjacent to a second edge surface (e.g., a lower edge surface) of another modular unit. A compression system (e.g., a threaded rod under tension) and coupled to elongated beams) provides a force to compress the first edge surface of the one modular unit toward the second edge surface of the other modular unit, and a hardened backing (e.g., concrete) is positioned on the back surface of the at least two modular units. Preferably, the first and second edge surfaces are ground in order to improve the surface contact between those two edge surfaces. When producing the cast wall, the hardened backing is preferably poured onto the back of the modular units. Prior to and during the pouring, it is preferred to support a first end of the one modular unit and a second end of the other modular unit on a common rail. In one embodiment, the common rail includes a base portion and an upright portion (e.g., a T-rail), and the step of supporting includes positioning the base portion on a support surface, and setting the first end of the one modular unit and the second end of the other modular unit on the upright portion. Preferably, the second end of the one modular unit and the first end of the other modular unit are supported on rails different than the common rail. | 08-13-2009 |
20130217318 | ABOVE-DECK ROOF VENTING ARTICLE, SYSTEM AND METHOS - A roofing article having a body, a first channel defined within an upper portion of said body having an inlet through which outside air can enter the first channel, and a second channel defined in a lower portion of said body. A sheet separates the second channel from the first channel. The second channel is operably connected to the first channel through an orifice in the sheet such that the outside air can enter the second channel through the orifice. | 08-22-2013 |
Joseph H. Edwards, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20090282605 | Glove with Flow-Through Pocket for Ventilation - A glove having a heat insulating barrier is disclosed. The heat insulating barrier is removably inserted into a zippered pocket or a weblike pouch, the pocket or pouch being positioned proximate the back of a user's hand. The heat insulating barrier acts to selectively reduce heat conduction from the back side of the hand, thereby allowing the user's hand or hands to remain warm in cold environments. The ability to stack a varying number of heat insulating layers in the pouch or pocket further allows the user to selectively control the warmth of the hand as the ambient temperature fluctuates during use. The zippered pocket or weblike pouch can have first and second opening to permit increased cooling through the back portion of the glove. | 11-19-2009 |
Judith Edwards, Selma, AL US
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20090278313 | Bunko-Style Game - A game is provided based on the results of a random value generator, and a playing surface useful for some versions of the game is also provided. Some versions of the game involve a dice game reminiscent of bunko, in which rewards are given based on the results of die rolls. Like bunko, these versions of the game require infrequent decision-making during play, allowing the players to relax and socialize instead of constantly concentrating on the details of play. A gambling version of the game is provided, in which payouts depend in part on the number of target values rolled. | 11-12-2009 |
Karen Strube Edwards, Milton, VT US
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20110184662 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INSPECTING MULTI-LAYER RETICLES - A method of and system for inspecting multi-layer reticles. The method includes: selecting a multi-layer reticle having an array of cells arranged in R rows and C columns; defining a full inspection region that includes all cells of the array of cells; and when R is equal to one (or is greater than two) and C is greater than two (or is equal to one) and a cell of the array of cells is a dummy cell in a first or last position of a row (or of a column) of the array of cells, then reducing the full inspection region to generate a shrunken inspection region that does not include the dummy cell, and then inspecting the shrunken inspection region for defects. If the dummy cell is between two non-dummy cells, then the dummy cell is a copy of one of the non-dummy cells, but is not inspected. | 07-28-2011 |
Kenneth W. Edwards, Lexington, KY US
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20080228562 | Fully Automated Vehicle Dispatching, Monitoring and Billing - A system for controlling vehicles ( | 09-18-2008 |
Kevin C. Edwards, Olive Branch, MS US
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20100087711 | Repeatably flexible surgical instrument - A flexible-shaft surgical instrument is provided that can be repeatably bent to one or more desired angles on demand by a user without the use of a special bending tool. The flexible-shaft surgical instrument can be repeatably bent and re-bent into multiple positions without plastic deformation of the flexible-shaft surgical instrument occurring in any of one or more bend portions. | 04-08-2010 |
20110071356 | Repeatably flexible surgical instrument - A flexible-shaft surgical instrument is provided that can be repeatably bent to one or more desired angles on demand by a user without the use of a special bending tool. The flexible-shaft surgical instrument can be repeatably bent and re-bent into multiple positions without plastic deformation of the flexible-shaft surgical instrument occurring in any of one or more bend portions. | 03-24-2011 |
20120065730 | IN SITU ADJUSTABLE OSSICULAR IMPLANT AND INSTRUMENT FOR IMPLANTING AND ADJUSTING AN ADJUSTABLE OSSICULAR IMPLANT - A system for adjusting an adjustable ossicular prosthesis including an ossicular implant and an adjusting device is provided. The ossicular implant includes a first fixation element, an elongated member extending from the first fixation element with a plurality of notches, a receiving member receiving a portion of the elongated member, and a resilient arm coupled to the elongated member. The resilient arm has a locked position fixing the receiving member relative to the elongated member and the length of the implant, and an unlocked position. The adjusting device includes first and second arms having first and second sets of jaws coupled thereto, the first and second sets of jaws configured to selectively engage the implant, the second set of jaws being configured to position the resilient arm in the unlocked position when engaging the receiving member of the implant, and an adjustment mechanism to adjust the length of the implant. | 03-15-2012 |
20120109130 | SURGICAL TOOL WITH SHEATH - A surgical tool can include a main unit and a first rigid sheath. The main unit includes an inner tube that is received within an outer tube. The first rigid sheath removably receives the main unit and connects to the main unit via a coupling between a first connector portion of the main unit and a second connector portion of the rigid sheath. The first rigid sheath can be completely removed from the main unit when the first connector portion is decoupled from the second connector portion. A different rigid sheath having a different shape from the shape of the first rigid sheath can then be removably attached to the main unit instead of the first rigid sheath. A surgical tool kit includes a plurality of rigid sheaths having different shapes and having the ability to be removably attached to the main unit. | 05-03-2012 |
20120172877 | SURGICAL TOOL COUPLING - A surgical instrument includes distal and proximal tube sections and a coupling that couples the distal tube section to the proximal tube section. The coupling includes first and second connector portions coupled to one of the distal tube section and the proximal tube section. The first and second connector portions are selectively engageable and disengageable with respect to each other and each include selectively engageable fixing members. The distal and proximal tube sections are rotationally fixed to each other when the fixing members of the second connector portion are engaged with the fixing members of the first connector portion. The distal and proximal tube sections can rotate relative to each other when the fixing members of the second connector portion are disengaged from the fixing members of the first connector portion. | 07-05-2012 |
20120191116 | SURGICAL CUTTING INSTRUMENT WITH DISTAL SUCTION CAPABILITY - A surgical instrument having a first cutting blade and a second cutting blade that rotates within the first cutting blade during a cutting operation to cause cutting windows of the cutting blades to remove tissue from a patient also includes a suction passage forming member disposed over a suction aperture of the first cutting blade. The suction passage forming member includes an inlet, an outlet and a passage between the inlet and the outlet, the outlet communicating with the suction aperture, and the inlet facing distally. The surgical instrument can be used as a suction tool by applying a vacuum through an internal bore of the second cutting blade while the second cutting blade is stopped from rotating with the cutting windows of the first and second cutting blades misaligned with each other so that the vacuum is applied through the suction aperture and the suction passage forming member. | 07-26-2012 |
20130041392 | LOCKING FLEXIBLE SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS - A flexible-shaft surgical instrument has a compression member that is distally movable to provide a compression force between the compression member and a distal compression bearing to compress a plurality of links and rigidly lock a semi-rigid tube formed by those links at any of a variety of user-selectable predetermined positions. The semi-rigid tube is configured to be bent and locked at the user-selectable predetermined position and, upon proximal movement of the compression member, returned to an unlocked state without significant plastic deformation of the semi-rigid tube. | 02-14-2013 |
20130053830 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT WITH MALLEABLE TUBING - A surgical instrument includes a hollow cylindrical member having a flexible region along at least a part of the hollow cylindrical member and a malleable tubing disposed over at least an outer surface of the flexible region of the hollow cylindrical member. The flexible region and the malleable tubing disposed over the flexible region can bend multiple times. The malleable tubing can maintain a bent orientation until the malleable tubing is re-bent by a user. The surgical instrument also includes connections that prevent the malleable tubing from moving longitudinally relative to the hollow cylindrical member. The malleable tubing may be made of various materials, one example of which is anodized, annealed aluminum. | 02-28-2013 |
20130131706 | SURGICAL CUTTING INSTRUMENT WITH SUCTION PASSAGE FORMING MEMBER - A surgical instrument having a first cutting blade and a second cutting blade that rotates within the first cutting blade during a cutting operation to cause cutting windows of the cutting blades to remove tissue from a patient also includes a suction passage forming member disposed over a suction aperture of the first cutting blade. The suction passage forming member includes an inlet, an outlet and a passage between the inlet and the outlet, the outlet communicating with the suction aperture. The surgical instrument can be used as a suction tool by applying a vacuum through an internal bore of the second cutting blade while the second cutting blade is stopped from rotating with the cutting windows of the first and second cutting blades misaligned with each other so that the vacuum is applied through the suction aperture and the suction passage forming member. | 05-23-2013 |
20130289595 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument has a hollow tubular member, and a pressurization unit that has an outer valve portion, a pressurization device having a movable part configured to generate pressurized fluid when the movable part is moved, and an inner valve portion. The inner valve portion includes a first flow passage that is configured to connect a first port and a second port of the outer valve portion to each other when the inner valve portion is in a first position, and a second flow passage that is configured to connect the first port of the outer valve portion to the pressurization device when the inner valve portion is in a second position. Pressurized fluid from the pressurization device causes the inner valve portion to move from the first position to the second position, thereby providing positive pressure to the hollow tubular member. | 10-31-2013 |
20130345704 | BIPOLAR SURGICAL INSTRUMENT WITH TWO HALF TUBE ELECTRODES - A surgical instrument includes a hollow tubular member having a closed distal working end, a proximal end and an outer surface, with an opening in a side wall at or adjacent the distal working end. The instrument includes a first electrical insulation layer disposed on at least part of the outer surface of the hollow tubular member, a first electrode disposed on an outer surface of the first electrical insulation layer, and a second electrode disposed on the outer surface of the first electrical insulation layer. The first and second electrodes are electrically isolated from each other, and each includes an active segment and an inactive segment. The active segments of the first and second electrodes are disposed respectively on opposing sides of the hollow tubular member preferably within about 3.0 mm of the opening in the side wall of the hollow tubular member. | 12-26-2013 |
20140005700 | BLADE RETENTION MECHANISM FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENT | 01-02-2014 |
20140100567 | SURGICAL CUTTING INSTRUMENT WITH ELECTROMECHANICAL CUTTING - A mechanical cutting device that makes use of mechanical (rotary) motion and suction to engage tissue also applies a cutting energy sufficient to vaporize the tissue. The rotation and suction are used to engage the tissue (sucking tissue into cutting windows when the cutting windows of inner and outer blades are aligned), and then the cutting member(s) function as an electrode(s) by having an electrical cutting signal applied thereto so that the cutting member(s) electrically cut the tissue as the cutting members relatively rotate. The electrical cutting signal is only applied as the windows become aligned up until the cutting of the tissue is completed. The cutting signal preferably is stopped after the cutting windows become misaligned. While the cutting windows are misaligned, a coagulation signal can be supplied to the cutting member so that the device functions as an electrocautery device. | 04-10-2014 |
20140155888 | INTEGRATED BLADE ASSEMBLY AND IDENTIFICATION CIRCUIT - An interchangeable tip comprising: a stylet; a blade module including: an enclosure that electrically connects, signally connects, or both the interchangeable tip to a power source, a signal source, or both; and blade circuitry having: one or more control buttons, one or more switches, or both for controlling operation one or more functions of the interchangeable tip. | 06-05-2014 |
20140155889 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TUBESET WITH DRIVE AXLE - A device comprising: a handpiece having one or more attachment ports; a tubeset having one or more attachment features for connecting the tubeset to the one or more attachment ports in the handpiece; a removable tip having an attachment arm for attaching to the one or more attachment ports in the handpiece; wherein the device comprises one or more of the following: the handpiece includes an attachment port that attaches the handpiece to an active lead and a return lead and the device is adapted to use only the active lead or both leads so that the device can switch between bi-polar energy and mono-polar energy; the tubeset has one or more fluid conduits that are in fluid communication with the removable tip, wherein the removable tip is located at a distal end of the device; and the handpiece connects to one or more electrical input lines; the tubeset connects to one or more fluid lines, and the removable tip is free of direct connection to both the one or more electrical input lines and the one or more fluid lines. | 06-05-2014 |
20140155923 | REPLACABLE DEBRIDER BLADE MODULE WITH LATCHING MECHANISM - A blade assembly comprising: a tip including two or more tubes, wherein the two or more tubes include at least: an outer tube and an inner tube; and a mechanical enclosure including: a locking spline having a longitudinal axis; and a slide lock; wherein the slide lock slides along the longitudinal axis of the locking spline and over the locking spline forming a locked state so that rotational movement of the locking spline, around the longitudinal axis of the locking spline, is prevented; and wherein the outer tube is coupled to the locking spline so that rotational movement of the outer tube, around the longitudinal axis of the locking spline, is prevented during the locked state. | 06-05-2014 |
20140277036 | BLADE POSTIONING DEVICE - A microdebrider comprising: (a) a handpiece; (b) an interchangeable tip connected to the handpiece; (c) an outer tube rotatably connected to the interchangeable tip, the outer tube including an outer tube window; (d) an inner tube extending at least partially through the outer tube, the inner tube including an inner tube window; (e) a lock selector connected to the inner tube; and (f) a bias device; wherein the bias device is movable, and upon movement of the bias device into contact with the lock selector the inner tube is immobilized so that the inner tube window is aligned with the outer tube window, aligned with a wall of the outer tube, or in a condition therebetween. | 09-18-2014 |
20150073364 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument has a hollow tubular member, and a pressurization unit that has an outer valve portion, a pressurization device having a movable part configured to generate pressurized fluid when the movable part is moved, and an inner valve portion. The inner valve portion includes a first flow passage that is configured to fluidically connect a first port and a second port of the outer valve portion to each other when the inner valve portion is in a first position, and a second flow passage that is configured between the inner valve portion and the outer valve portion to fluidically connect the first port and a third port when the inner valve portion is in a second position. A sealing system fluidically isolates the second port and the third port from each other at any position of the inner valve portion. Pressurized fluid from the pressurization device causes the inner valve portion to move from the first position to the second position, thereby providing positive pressure to the hollow tubular member. | 03-12-2015 |
20150073405 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TUBESET WITH DRIVE AXLE - A device comprising: a handpiece having one or more attachment ports; a tubeset having one or more attachment features for connecting the tubeset to the one or more attachment ports in the handpiece; a removable tip having an attachment arm for attaching to the one or more attachment ports in the handpiece; wherein the device comprises one or more of the following: the handpiece includes an attachment port that attaches the handpiece to an active lead and a return lead and the device is adapted to use only the active lead or both leads so that the device can switch between bi-polar energy and mono-polar energy; the tubeset has one or more fluid conduits that are in fluid communication with the removable tip, wherein the removable tip is located at a distal end of the device; and the handpiece connects to one or more electrical input lines; the tubeset connects to one or more fluid lines, and the removable tip is free of direct connection to both the one or more electrical input lines and the one or more fluid lines. | 03-12-2015 |
Lance Edwards, Oxon Hill, MD US
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20110232000 | LOO LOO BEE SYSTEM - An attachable diaper-changing table for use with a stroller and/or other suitable sturdy surface(s) such as a bathroom counter or bench. The attachable diaper-changing table enables a caregiver to easily and safely change a diaper of an infant along with providing a clean, elevated and sanitary surface on which to change a soiled diaper while on the go. The attachable diaper-changing table comprises a removably-attachable changing table platform assembly and adjustable support brackets. | 09-29-2011 |
Lawrence Edwards, Washington, IL US
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20090038014 | System and method for tracking remediation of security vulnerabilities - A method of tracking remediation of security vulnerabilities includes a step of providing a global list of network devices within a computer network, wherein each network device of the global list is identified with dynamically assigned identifying information. The method also includes a step of scanning each network device of the global list for at least one security vulnerability. The method also includes a step of creating a vulnerability list of network devices having the at least one security vulnerability, wherein the vulnerability list is a subset of the global list and contains fewer network devices than the global list. Each network device of the vulnerability list is identified with identifying information. The method also includes steps of updating the dynamically assigned identifying information associated with the network devices of the vulnerability list and rescanning each network device of the updated vulnerability list to determine if the vulnerability has been remediated. | 02-05-2009 |
Mallika Edwards, Fairway, KS US
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20080294463 | SYSTEM-DETERMINED INDICATION FOR FACILITATING THE CONVERSION OF MEDICATION CLAIMS TO ACTIVE MEDICATIONS - Systems and methods are provided for facilitating the conversion of medication claims to active medications by identifying medication claims that correspond with medications that a patient may be currently taking. In one method, medication claims data corresponding with a number of medication claims is accessed. A determination is made for each medication claim whether the medication claim corresponds with a medication that the patient is currently taking. The medication claims are presented with an indication provided for each medication claim determined to correspond with a current medication for the patient. A clinician may then review the medication claims and easily identify and select medication claims for conversion to active medications. | 11-27-2008 |
20080294464 | CONVERTING MEDICATION CLAIMS TO ACTIVE MEDICATIONS - Systems and methods are provided for accessing medication claims data and converting medication claims to active medications. In one method, medication claims data corresponding with a number of medication claims is accessed. The medication claims may then be presented to a clinician, who may manually review and determine the claims that a patient may currently be taking. Accordingly, a medication claim may be selected and converted to an active medication. A clinician may wish to convert a medication claim to an active medication for record purposes, such as for interaction checking, for example, and/or may wish to convert a medication claim to an active medication to manage the medication for the patient. | 11-27-2008 |
Mark Edwards, Westfield, NJ US
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20100069040 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY ALTERING DEVICE FUNCTIONALITY - A system and method for automatically altering device functionality based on the occurrence of certain predetermined conditions. A link may be established between a device and a trusted server to provide an association between various conditions that may be detected at the device and actions that are to be taken on the device. In particular, software traps can be set up and linked to device functionality such that execution of the trap may automatically disable or enable certain device capabilities. Some aspects of the invention are directed to a system and method for remotely setting software traps for detecting software viruses and, upon execution of the traps, several methods for establishing a quarantine on infected devices. | 03-18-2010 |
Matthew F. Edwards, Baltimore, MD US
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20090019226 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING A LEVEL OF ACCESS TO A COMPUTING DEVICE - A method for responding to read requests for a data block of a storage device, the storage device providing access to a hardened appliance and providing unrestricted access to a computing device, includes the step of executing a computing device in a requested one of a plurality of execution modes. A process intercepts a read request for a first data set stored in a data block of a storage device associated with the computing device. The read request is responded to with a second data set, the second data set stored in a cache and representing an unmodified version of the first data set presently stored in the data block of the storage device. | 01-15-2009 |
Maureen L. Edwards, Severna Park, MD US
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20100006039 | Clothing article with adjustable closure - A pet bandana is characterized by an adjustable snap closure so that the bandana can be fit to the size of the pet on which the bandana is to be worn. The bandana is formed from a layer of fabric having a pair of studs connected in spaced relation adjacent to one corner of the fabric and a cap connected with an opposite corner. By arranging the bandana about the neck of the pet and selecting which stud the cap is connected with, the bandana is secured to the animal with an optimum fit. The snap closure improves the safety of the bandana since it can easily be released should the bandana become caught in a door, fence, or the like with the pet being able to release the closure by pulling away from the bandana. | 01-14-2010 |
Michael Edwards, Plainfield, IL US
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20110269457 | METHOD OF PROVIDING NOTIFICATION OF ABNORMAL CONDITIONS DURING NON-ACCESS STRATUM (NAS) MESSAGE TUNNELING - The present invention provides a method that includes generating, in response to a non-access stratum (NAS) message transmitted between a mobility management entity and a visiting location register, a response message including information indicating a message type, an identifier of a mobile unit associated with the NAS message, and a cause associated with generating the response message. The method also includes transmitting the response message. | 11-03-2011 |
Michael Edwards, Monticello, WI US
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20110217424 | FOOD SNACK ON A STICK - A food snack for convenient consumption comprising: a substantially rectangular food composition, where said food composition includes at least shredded potatoes and Swiss cheese; a coating substance over the food composition, where the coating helps to maintain the shape and consistency of the food composition; and a stick protruding from the food composition, where the stick provides a mechanism to handle and manipulate the food composition during consumption. In one particular embodiment, the coating substance includes egg white. The stick may be made of a biodegradable product. | 09-08-2011 |
Michael J. Edwards, Little Rock, AR US
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20090043319 | Pancreatic-enteric fistulary catheterization system - A catheterization system for forming dual sutureless anastomoses using two catheters connectable to one another. Once the fistula is healed, a dissolvable connection allows the catheters to separate one from the other and the separated pieces are extruded through normal bowel action. The two catheters may be connected in various ways. In one embodiment, a separate guide member may be used to pull a dissolvable suture through the first catheter. The suture is then attached to the second catheter and the suture may be used to pull the second catheter into contact with the first catheter so that the two catheters are closely connected by the suture. When the suture dissolves, the two catheters separate. In another embodiment, the first catheter has a section formed of a dissolvable mesh. The two catheters may be connected together by any of various types of connections. After a period of time, the mesh dissolves and allows the joined catheters to separate into two pieces. | 02-12-2009 |
Mike Edwards, Denver, CO US
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20090215086 | Biomarkers for Babesia - The present invention provides protein-based biomarkers and biomarker combinations that are useful in qualifying babesia status in a patient. In particular, the biomarkers of this invention are useful to classify a subject sample as infected with babesia or not infected with babesia. The biomarkers can be detected by SELDI mass spectrometry. | 08-27-2009 |
Mike J. Edwards, Plainfield, IL US
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20110269455 | Method and system of handling requests for location information of mobile devices - Example embodiments provide methods of handling a request for location information for a mobile device attached to a wireless system that supports multiple types of radio access technology. In one embodiment, the mobile device is triggered, by a network element, to send location information without causing the mobile to fall back from a first network of the wireless system to a second network of the wireless system, the first network conforming to a later generation of radio access technology than the second network. | 11-03-2011 |
Mitchell Adam Edwards, Plainfield, IL US
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20110289846 | Process of Scrubbing Volatiles from Evaporator Water Vapor - A process is provided where a waste stream is directed to an evaporator that produces a vapor having volatile compounds. The vapor including the volatile compounds is directed through a vapor scrubber that contacts the volatile compounds with a scratching solution. The scrubbing solution reacts with the gaseous volatile compounds in the vapor such that the volatile compounds pass from a vapor state into the scrubbing solution and form volatile compounds in the liquid scrubbing solution. The scrubbing solution is collected and recycled. | 12-01-2011 |
Nancy Edwards, Jericho, VT US
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20080269636 | System for and Method of Conveniently and Automatically Testing the Hearing of a Person - System and method for conducting a hearing test that is accessible to a mass market of individuals with potential hearing loss. The hearing test is stored on a centrally located computer ( | 10-30-2008 |
20080298614 | System for and Method of Offering an Optimized Sound Service to Individuals within a Place of Business - The present invention relates to optimizing sound for a person based on his or her location and hearing profile. More particularly, the present invention relates to personalizing the sound of an event or performance by examining the technical specifications of an individual's hearing aid (which is provided by a third party) and the acoustics of an establishment. Using this information, a place of business alters the settings of each hearing aid device to optimize the sound for each individual. | 12-04-2008 |
Nathan Edwards, Orem, UT US
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20100114857 | USER INTERFACE WITH AVAILABLE MULTIMEDIA CONTENT FROM MULTIPLE MULTIMEDIA WEBSITES - Automatically and repeatedly crawling multiple multimedia websites to identify and collect information about the multimedia content that is available for delivery over the Internet to a client device for playback on a media player operating on the client device. In one embodiment, the method normalizes the collected information by converting the different formats of the collected information into a common format and converting the different nomenclatures of the collected information into a common nomenclature. The method updates an index with the normalized information, and sends a data feed to the client device to populate the user interface on the client device with the normalized information of the index. The user interface allows the user to navigate and select the multimedia content that is available for delivery over the Internet for playback on the media player. | 05-06-2010 |
20130014014 | USER INTERFACE WITH AVAILABLE MULTIMEDIA CONTENT FROM MULTIPLE MULTIMEDIA WEBSITES - Automatically and repeatedly crawling multiple multimedia websites to identify and collect information about the multimedia content that is available for delivery over the Internet to a client device for playback on a media player operating on the client device. In one embodiment, the method normalizes the collected information by converting the different formats of the collected information into a common format and converting the different nomenclatures of the collected information into a common nomenclature. The method updates an index with the normalized information, and sends a data feed to the client device to populate the user interface on the client device with the normalized information of the index. The user interface allows the user to navigate and select the multimedia content that is available for delivery over the Internet for playback on the media player. | 01-10-2013 |
Paul C. Edwards, Elkhorn, NE US
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20110206648 | Gene-enhanced tissue engineering - Provided are mammalian cells comprising a recombinant sonic hedgehog (SHH) gene such that a recombinant SHH protein can be expressed by the cell. Also provided are matrices suitable for applying to a tissue defect. Additionally provided are tissue regeneration compositions. Methods of regenerating tissue at the site of a tissue defect in a mammal are also provided. | 08-25-2011 |
Paul M. Edwards US
Peter R. Edwards, Reno, NV US
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20090307178 | UTILITY MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, systems, and devices for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area. At least certain disclosed methods include detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device. An amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device is detected. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. In further disclosed methods, a utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances. | 12-10-2009 |
20110238311 | UTILITY MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, systems, and devices for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area. At least certain disclosed methods include detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device. An amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device is detected. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. In further disclosed methods, a utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances. | 09-29-2011 |
20130147635 | UTILITY MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, systems, and devices for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area. At least certain disclosed methods include detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device. An amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device is detected. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. In further disclosed methods, a utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances. | 06-13-2013 |
20140163761 | UTILITY MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, systems, and devices for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area. At least certain disclosed methods include detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device. An amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device is detected. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. In further disclosed methods, a utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances. | 06-12-2014 |
Philip Edwards, Wilmington, DE US
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20090312322 | Use of Oxindole Derivatives in the Treatment of Dementia Related Diseases, Alzheimer's Disease and Conditions Associated with Glycogen Synthase Kinase-3 - The present invention relates to a new use of oxindole derivatives of formula I, as a free base or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, [Chemical formula should be inserted here. Please see paper copy.] wherein R | 12-17-2009 |
20110160184 | Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives and Use Thereof - Compounds the following formula: wherein Z is as described in the specification, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, compositions comprising the same, and methods of treating bipolar disorder, an anxiety disorder, a mood disorder or schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder with said compounds. | 06-30-2011 |
Ralph W. Edwards, Phoenix, MD US
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20110049237 | ARCHITECTURE FOR A LAUNCH CONTROLLER - A scalable and distributable software architecture for use in conjunction with various different weapons control system and launch systems is disclosed. The architecture discards the proprietary and non-open protocols and services that characterize in favor of open source adaptive and middleware components. In the illustrative embodiment of the invention, the inventive architecture is implemented as a Launch Control Module that separates different layers of responsibility within a launch controller (e.g., LCU) and exposes its variation points. | 03-03-2011 |
Randall O. Edwards, Chelsea, VT US
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20110056216 | Pulsed Propane Refrigeration Device and Method - Embodiments of the disclosed technology comprise a combination refrigeration and combustion system including a tank that holds liquefied gas, an expansion valve in fluid connection with the tank, and a sealable chamber housing an evaporator, with the evaporator in fluid connection with the expansion valve. The system is configured for expulsion of the liquefied gas from the tank into the expansion valve. The expulsion takes place in at least one pulse over part of a defined time interval. After an expulsion of gas, the liquefied gas expands into gaseous form in the evaporator, allowing for continuous combustion of the gas in gaseous form. | 03-10-2011 |
Richard D. Edwards, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20080268985 | GOLF GREEN REPAIR DEVICE METHOD AND APPARATUS - A golf green repair tool with a depth limiting feature that has an earth engagement surface that has a forward slant to reposition the raised portion around a crater to the center region of the crater. A prong portion is adapted to be thrusted toward the center region of the crater and the repair tool is adapted to do minimal damage to the turf mat and provides a desirable method to repair craters left by impacting golf balls by properly repositioning of the displaced portions. | 10-30-2008 |
Richard G. Edwards, Brookfield, CT US
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20090084261 | System for Controlling Flow Into Chromatographic Column Using Transfer Line Impedance - A system for controlling the flow rate into a chromatographic column is disclosed generally comprising communicating a fluid to the column through a transfer line, measuring the inlet pressure, determining the outlet pressure, and adjusting the applied pressure until the inlet and outlet pressures produce a desired flow rate for the transfer line outlet. In certain embodiments, the applied pressure is adjusted by controlling a proportional valve. In some embodiments, the outlet pressure is determined by measuring the pressure drop across the transfer line and calculating the outlet pressure from the measured inlet pressure and the pressure drop. | 04-02-2009 |
Richard Gerald Edwards, Grantsville, UT US
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20110072642 | COMPACT WAVEGUIDE LOAD - A compact integrated waveguide load has a load section disposed within an interior region of the waveguide proximate to a closed end of the waveguide. The load section has a tubiform shape, with an exterior surface congruent with an interior surface of the waveguide and an interior surface defining a circumferential step within the waveguide. A method of making a compact integrated waveguide load includes providing a waveguide and placing electromagnetic wave absorbing materially circumferentially around the interior surface to create an inward step. | 03-31-2011 |
Richard L. Edwards, Cary, IL US
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20090026230 | Dual inline solenoid-actuated hot melt adhesive dispensing valve assembly - A hot melt adhesive or other thermoplastic material dispensing valve assembly comprises a pair of oppositely disposed electromagnetic solenoid assemblies which alternatively act upon a pair of armatures which are fixedly mounted upon a valve stem, upon which is fixedly mounted a valve member, so as to rapidly and assuredly control the reciprocal movements of the valve stem, and the valve member attached thereto, between its unseated or OPENED position and its seated or CLOSED position. A coil spring also biases the valve stem and the valve member toward the seated or CLOSED position such that when both of the electromagnetic solenoid assemblies are de-energized, the coil spring maintains the valve member at its seated or CLOSED position upon the valve seat. | 01-29-2009 |
Robert L. Edwards, Mesa, AZ US
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20080257899 | Splash and Spill Resistant Insulating Lid - A splash and spill resistant insulating lid for beverage containers comprising an insulated splash and spill barrier integrated into a cup lid combination. This is achieved by creating a barrier and/or labyrinth flow path, which buffers and deflects sloshing liquid. Accidental/incidental release of liquid is minimized and/or prevented while allowing the normal flow of liquid for drinking. These features of the SSRIL further create an insulating barrier to keep a cup's fluid hotter or cooler for a longer period of time, enhanced by using an appropriate insulating material combined with finite number of transfer holes that are of a specific shape and/or specific location and/or specific orientation to promote the formation of a surface tension film of fluid across the transfer holes, creating additional barriers against the escape and exchange of both fluid and vapor outside the cup. | 10-23-2008 |
Scott Edwards, Niwot, CO US
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20100018264 | LOCK ASSEMBLY, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SECURING ENCLOSED SPACES - A lock assembly portion may include a housing assembly, first and second latches, at least one latch drive, and at least one actuator. The housing assembly includes a first end portion and an opposite second end portion. The first latch is associated with the first end portion. The second latch is associated with the second end portion. The at least one actuator interfaces the latch drive to the first and second latches. Operation of the latch drive causes the first and second latches to move relative to one another between respective extended and retracted positions. | 01-28-2010 |
Stacey Edwards, Cherry Hill, NJ US
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20100057502 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EMERGENCY TRACKING - An emergency tracking system and method is disclosed that determines location information of individuals based upon travel information and financial transaction information, receives crisis information related to a crisis and determines a subset of individuals potentially impacted by the crisis based on the location information. The system may also notify a third party regarding the subset of individuals and send message to the subset of individuals, wherein the message includes alternative arrangements to at least one of minimize or avoid the crisis. The system also allows an employer to enter search criteria to locate certain types of employees and view such employees on a graphical display of a map. | 03-04-2010 |
Stanley W. Edwards, Arvada, CO US
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20090062020 | Multi-ribbed keyless coupling - A keyless coupling assembly for connecting concentric shafting components in a sealless pump comprises a first shafting member, a second shafting member and a plurality of torque strips. The first shafting member comprises an annular body and an inner surface disposed within the annular body. The second shafting member comprises a cylindrical body and an outer surface. The cylindrical body is disposed within the inner surface of the first shafting member. The outer surface encircles the cylindrical body and faces the inner surface. The plurality of torque strips is positioned between the outer surface and the inner surface to form anti-rotation grooves to prevent relative rotation between the first and second shafting members. | 03-05-2009 |
Steven L. Edwards US
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20090120598 | Fabric creped absorbent sheet with variable local basis weight - An absorbent cellulosic sheet having variable local basis weight includes a papermaking-fiber reticulum provided with (i) a plurality of cross-machine direction (CD) extending, fiber-enriched pileated regions of relatively high local basis weight interconnected by (ii) a plurality of elongated densified regions of compressed papermaking fibers. The elongated densified regions have relatively low local basis weight and are generally oriented along the machine direction (MD) of the sheet and have an MD/CD aspect ratio of at least 1.5. The products are most preferably prepared by way of a compactive dewatering/wet crepe process. | 05-14-2009 |
20100006249 | Method of producing absorbent sheet with increased wet/dry CD tensile ratio - A method of making absorbent cellulosic sheet with increased wet/dry CD tensile ratio includes treating the fiber at high consistency with debonder in a pulper, for example. The process enables the use of large amounts of debonder in a wet-press process in order to achieve wet/dry CD tensile ratios of greater than 30%. | 01-14-2010 |
20110011545 | Fabric creped absorbent sheet with variable local basis weight - An absorbent cellulosic sheet having variable local basis weight includes a papermaking-fiber reticulum provided with (i) a plurality of cross-machine direction (CD) extending, fiber-enriched pileated regions of relatively high local basis weight interconnected by (ii) a plurality of elongated densified regions of compressed papermaking fibers. The elongated densified regions have relatively low local basis weight and are generally oriented along the machine direction (MD) of the sheet and have an MD/CD aspect ratio of at least 1.5. The products are most preferably prepared by way of a compactive dewatering/wet crepe process. | 01-20-2011 |
Terrence Edwards, South Portland, ME US
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20100088906 | Leveling Rake - A rake for leveling loose particulate matter on a ground surface is described. The rake head is constructed of a series of bars that are mounted in a mounting spar and spaced a fixed distance apart from each other. A rake handle is movably attached to the rake head. The bars may be made of round bar stock or channel stock. The surface of the bar that is in contact with the loose particulate matter that is to be leveled is a smooth continuous surface. Moving the rake head over ground that is covered with loose particulate matter will move the particulate matter around, pushing excess material into recesses and thereby leveling the surface. | 04-15-2010 |
Thomas E. Edwards, New Fairfield, CT US
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20100004970 | METHOD AND STRUCTURE FOR IMPLEMENTING B2B TRADING PARTNER BOARDING - A computerized method (and structure) of implementing a business-to-business (B2B) boarding process includes providing a set of questions related to the B2B boarding process to a new business to be boarded into an existing B2B system. | 01-07-2010 |
Thomas J. Edwards, Colgate, WI US
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20100108921 | System and Method for Restricting Access to a Valve - A method and system for restricting access to a valve stern of a valve by employing a valve locking assembly is disclosed. The locking assembly comprises a first means for receiving a valve stem of a valve and an engaging member. The locking assembly additionally comprises a second means for receiving the valve stem of the valve and comprising a slide for engaging the engaging member of the first means, the slide having a first length along an outer periphery of the second means and a second length intersecting the first length such that the second length is shorter than the first length. The locking assembly additionally comprises a third means for releasably securing the second means in position about the valve stem of the valve, wherein the first means is capable of being positioned over the second and the third means about the valve stem. | 05-06-2010 |
20120027486 | CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY WITH RIBBON LOCK - A cartridge assembly is disclosed. The cartridge assembly includes a cartridge housing defining an internal chamber. At least one rotatable spool is housed in the internal chamber. In the wall of the cartridge housing, a ribbon lock is formed. The ribbon lock has an engaged position and a disengaged position. In the engaged position, the ribbon lock is biased into engagement with the rotatable spool(s) to inhibit rotation of the rotatable spool(s). In the disengaged position, the ribbon lock is urged away from the rotatable spool(s) to disengage the ribbon lock from the rotatable spool(s) to permit rotation of the spool(s). | 02-02-2012 |
Wayne Edwards, Tremonton, UT US
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20090088506 | SYNTHESIS OF ENERGETIC THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS CONTAINING BOTH POLYOXIRANE AND POLYOXETANE BLOCKS - This thermoplastic elastomer is present in a substantially solid state suitable for use as a binder for a propellant, explosive, and/or gas generant of a supplemental restraint system. The thermoplastic elastomer is formed from a composition including A blocks which are crystalline at temperatures below about 75° C. and B blocks which are amorphous at temperatures above about −20° C. The A blocks are derived from oxetane derivatives and the B blocks are derived from oxiranes and derivatives thereof. The A blocks and B blocks are end-capped with a diisocyanate having a first isocyanate moiety that is substantially more reactive with the terminal groups of the blocks than the second isocyanate moiety, whereby the more reactive first isocyanate moiety is capable of reacting with the terminal groups of the blocks, leaving the less reactive second isocyanate moiety free and unreacted. The end-capped A blocks and the end-capped B blocks are linked together with a linking compound having two isocyanate-reactive groups which are sufficiently unhindered to react with the free and unreacted isocyanate moieties of the end-capped polymers. | 04-02-2009 |
W. Farrell Edwards, Logan, UT US
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20110127915 | PLASMA CONTAINMENT - A method and apparatus are disclosed for plasma containment. A toroidal vacuum device is filled with the gas. Field coils generate a toroidal magnetic field. An ionizing device ionizes the gas into a plasma. A transformer inductively drives a toroidal first particle current about a toroidal axis that heats the plasma and generates a poloidal magnetic field. The field coils restrict the toroidal magnetic field to a boundary value. The poloidal magnetic field and the toroidal magnetic field motivate the first particles radially inward toward a toroidal axis, producing a radial electric field. The radial electric field, the poloidal magnetic field, and the toroidal magnetic field contain the plasma within the toroidal vacuum device in a minimum-energy state. | 06-02-2011 |
20130221845 | ION-MODE PLASMA CONTAINMENT - For ion-mode plasma containment, a toroidal vacuum vessel ( | 08-29-2013 |
William Edwards US
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20110011108 | Microprocessor-Controlled Beverage Dispenser - A microprocessor-controlled beverage dispenser is disclosed, which provides a cold plate having disposed therein beverage lines and refrigerant lines. The refrigerant lines may be connected to a cooling or refrigeration system, including a heat exchanger. The beverage lines may be connected to a beverage supply for dispensing a desired beverage. Valves and pressure sensors in the refrigerant line are engaged with a microprocessor. If the temperature falls below a desired value, then the cooling system is shut off. This permits the microprocessor to closely control the temperature of the beverage being dispensed. | 01-20-2011 |
William Edwards, Aiea, HI US
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20090028748 | METHOD OF REDUCING TOILET ODOR - A method of eliminating or at least reducing toilet odor by applying a liquid composition directly to the water contained in a toilet bowl prior to use. The liquid composition contains about 60 to about 70 weight percent diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (CH | 01-29-2009 |
William D. Edwards, New Richmond, WI US
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20090016755 | DEVELOPING UNIT AND DENSITY CONTROL METHOD IN ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY - This invention relates to a developing unit for maintaining constant density in an electrophotographic imaging process. The developing unit has a developer roll, wherein the developer roll provides a surface and a first voltage is applied to the developer roll; a skive device, wherein the skive device is positioned in contact with the developer roll and a second voltage is applied to the skive device; a cleaning device for the developer roll, wherein the cleaning device is in contact with the developer roll; and an ink container, wherein the developer roll and the cleaning device are inside the ink container. It is preferred that a current measuring device is present to measure current flow between skive device and the developer, or a voltage meter is present to measure a voltage across a known resistor that is in series with the power supply to the skive device. | 01-15-2009 |