Engel, US
Aaron Engel, Wethersfield, CT US
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20080274651 | ELECTRICAL CONNECTION APPARATUS - An electrical connection apparatus includes at least one stackable block operably coupleable to another stackable block, at least one pin receiving portion defined by an inner wall within the stackable block, and at least one electrical connection contact having a C-shaped contact portion with elastic properties disposed within the pin receiving portion and a lead portion disposed at a location exterior to the stackable block. The electrical connection apparatus may further include an adjustment component and an adjustment component receiving portion defined by in inner wall within the stackable block. In addition, sliders may be arranged on the stackable block and may engage with tabs formed on the at least one electrical connection contact. The sliders may be moved to a raised or lowered position in order to move the at least one electrical connection contact between a contact and an insertion position. | 11-06-2008 |
20100261362 | ELECTRICAL BARRIER AND MOISTURE SEAL FOR AN IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICE - Multiple seals, internal to a connector block, provide for connecting an implantable medical device and an implanted cable or lead. The forces to engage sealing or releasing the seal are derived from a mechanism so they can be relaxed to permit ease of insertion or withdrawal of a lead, or can be increased to tightly seal against fluid migration, and to provide an electrical insulation between adjacent conductors of the lead and connector block. During implant of the medical device, the lead is inserted and a shaft is rotated with a tool to engage the seals. Later, the seals can be released by rotating the control shaft in the opposite direction to allow extraction of the lead from the connector block. The seals therefore are able to provide improved sealing without increasing the insertion or the extraction forces for the lead. | 10-14-2010 |
20110039445 | VISUAL INDICATOR OF PROPER INTERCONNECTION FOR AN IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICE - During implant of an implantable medical device, implanted cables or leads are inserted to a connector block. An insertion indicator provides the user with a visual indication the cables or leads have been correctly inserted into the connector block, which enables the implanted medical device to properly deliver treatment or receive signals via the implanted cables or leads. The insertion indicator may be provided by a mechanical indicator optically viewable once the lead has been correctly inserted, and/or may be provided by an electrically activated light indicator illuminated by a power source associated with the connector block or with a connector tool used to connect the lead or cable to the connector block upon correct insertion of the lead or cable. The insertion indicator may be permanently or removably disposed on the connector block, a connector tool, and/or a can associated with the connector block. | 02-17-2011 |
20110151698 | Electrical Connection Apparatus - An electrical connection apparatus includes an electrical connection contact and an adjustment component within an interior of the electrical connection apparatus. The electrical connection contact is operatively coupled to the adjustment component so that the electrical connection contact adjusts between an insertion position and a contact position in response to rotating the adjustment component. A slider may be movably arranged within the interior of the electrical connection apparatus to cause the electrical connection contact to move in response to rotation of the adjustment component. The electrical connection apparatus may include stackable blocks coupled to each other so that the adjustment component, electrical contact and slider, when provided, are arranged within an interior of the coupled stackable blocks. | 06-23-2011 |
Aaron Engel, Plainville, CT US
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20120168406 | SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR CIRCUIT PROTECTION WITHIN AN EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE - An enclosure is provided for use with a circuit protection system having at least one exhaust duct configured to route exhaust gases out of the circuit protection system. The enclosure includes a first barrier coupled to the circuit protection system, a second barrier coupled to the circuit protection system, and a top wall coupled to the first barrier and the second barrier. The first barrier and the second barrier define an exhaust plenum coupled in flow communication with the at least one exhaust duct. A vent extends through the top wall and is coupled in flow communication with the exhaust plenum to route the exhaust gases out of the enclosure. | 07-05-2012 |
20120168407 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CIRCUIT PROTECTION - A device for diverting energy away from an arc flash occurring within an electrical power system is provided. The device comprising an arc source configured to create a second arc flash, a plasma gun configured and disposed to inject plasma in proximity of said arc source in response to the arc flash, an arc containment device configured and disposed to house said arc source and said plasma gun, said arc containment device comprising a cover configured and disposed to cover said arc source and said plasma gun, said cover comprising an inner surface and an outer surface, said inner surface being proximal to said arc source and said plasma gun, said inner surface including an insulative ceramic plasma spray coating. | 07-05-2012 |
20120169208 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CIRCUIT PROTECTION - A device for diverting energy away from an electrical arc flash is provided. The device comprises an arc source configured to create a second arc flash, a plasma gun configured to inject plasma in proximity of the arc source in response to the arc flash, an arc containment device to house the arc source and the plasma gun, an exhaust port configured to route exhaust gases out of the device in a first direction, and an exhaust duct coupled in flow communication with the exhaust port, the exhaust duct comprising a substantially hollow tube including a first tube portion and a second tube portion, the first tube portion coupled in flow communication with the exhaust port, the second tube portion defining an exhaust vent and coupled in flow communication with the first tube portion to route the exhaust gases out of the device in a second direction. | 07-05-2012 |
Aaron Edward Engel, Wethersfield, CT US
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20120056599 | APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING CAPACITOR CHARGE STATUS AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - A capacitor charge control assembly for use with a circuit protection device that includes at least one activation capacitor, including at least one input device configured to receive first and second user inputs, and a linkage assembly coupled to the at least one input device such that the at least one input device is movable between a first position and an opposite second position. The control assembly also includes at least one switch coupled to the at least one input device and configured to generate one of a first signal and a second signal, wherein the first signal is based on the first user input and the second signal is based on the second user input, and wherein the first signal causes the at least one activation capacitor to discharge stored energy and the second signal causes the at least one activation capacitor to store energy. | 03-08-2012 |
Amber R. Engel, Gaithersburg, MD US
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20120076821 | ANTIGENIC CHIMERIC TICK-BORNE ENCEPHALITIS VIRUS/DENGUE VIRUS TYPE 4 RECOMBINANT VIRUSES - Disclosed herein are chimeric TBEV/DEN4 flaviviruses including a first nucleic acid molecule including a 5′ non-coding region (NCR) from a DEN4 virus, a nucleic acid encoding a C protein and non-structural proteins from a DEN4 virus, and a 3′ NCR from a DEN4 virus, wherein nonstructural protein NS4B includes a phenylalanine at amino acid position 112, nonstructural protein NS5 includes an alanine at amino acid position 654 and an alanine at amino acid position 655, and the 3′ NCR includes a deletion of nucleotides 10478-10507. The chimeric construct also includes a second nucleic acid molecule, which is operably linked to the first nucleic acid molecule, encoding a prM protein and an E protein from a TBEV, wherein the E protein includes an amino acid substitution that differs from the wild type TBEV at amino acid position 315 and a tryptophan at amino acid position 240. Also disclosed are methods of eliciting an immune response using the disclosed TBEV/DEN4 chimeric flaviviruses and immunogenic compositions including the disclosed chimeric flaviviruses and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. | 03-29-2012 |
20140004147 | ANTIGENIC CHIMERIC TICK-BORNE ENCEPHALITIS VIRUS/DENGUE VIRUS TYPE 4 RECOMBINANT VIRUSES | 01-02-2014 |
Andrew W. Engel, Bend, OR US
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20130291874 | AWE JAW MOUTH PIECE/DEVICE - A dental guard has a first portion which is molded or shaped to conform to the teeth of either one of the upper or lower jaw, a second portion which is a resilient material having passages therethrough to permit passage of air, and a third portion adapted for contact with the other one of the upper or lower jaw. The dental guard provides enhanced TMJ stability, protects teeth, allows air flow for breathing, protects the airway from foreign objects, and allows compression in case of impact or necessity of swallowing. | 11-07-2013 |
Bill Engel, Delray Beach, FL US
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20140081703 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR CALIBRATING USER AND CONSUMER DATA - A system and method that calibrates subject data for which a relationship to a target population is not known, so that the calibrated subject data can more accurately represent the target population. In many cases the calibration will involve the use of a differential weighting scheme applied to the data at the constituent level. The system and method allows the values of the observed variables in the subject data set to be weighted so that their incidence is equivalent to that of a reference population represented by a reference data set, even if the variables used in the reference data set to make estimates for the reference population were not collected or measured for the subject data set. | 03-20-2014 |
Brad Engel, Waterford, WI US
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20110240271 | HEAT EXCHANGER - A heat exchanger including a first header, a second header, and a third header. The third header includes a first plate including a generally planar face and a second plate including a generally planar face parallel to the planar face of the first plate and joined to the planar face of the first plate. The second plate includes an arcuate recess that extends from the planar face of the second plate to at least partially define a flow conduit between a first tube and a second tube. The arcuate recess has a radius of curvature measured from an axis generally parallel to the planar faces of the first and the second plates, and the axis is located within a first plane generally parallel to and midway between first and second opposing flat broad sides of the first tube and the second tube. | 10-06-2011 |
Bradley Engel, Waterford, WI US
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20130306272 | HEAT EXCHANGER, AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING HEAT - A heat exchanger is provided to efficiently transfer heat between air and a flow of refrigerant in a reversing air-sourced heat pump system. When the system is operating in heat pump mode, a flow of air is directed through the heat exchanger and is heated by the refrigerant. A portion of the flow of air is prevented from being heated by the refrigerant in a first section of the heat exchanger, and is used to sub-cool the refrigerant in another section of the heat exchanger after the remaining air has been heated by the refrigerant. The same heat exchanger can be used to cool a flow of air using expanded refrigerant when the system is operating in an air conditioning (cooling) mode. | 11-21-2013 |
20140060778 | HEAT EXCHANGER, AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING HEAT - A heat exchanger is provided to efficiently transfer heat between air and a flow of refrigerant in a reversing air-sourced heat pump system. When the system is operating in heat pump mode, a flow of air is directed through the heat exchanger and is heated by the refrigerant. A portion of the flow of air is used to de-superheat the refrigerant in a first section of the heat exchanger, and is prevented from re-heating the sub-cooled refrigerant in another section of the heat exchanger after the remaining air has been heated by the refrigerant. The same heat exchanger can be used to cool a flow of air using expanded refrigerant when the system is operating in an air conditioning (cooling) mode. | 03-06-2014 |
Bradley Engel, Chandler, AZ US
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20120212217 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEQUENTIALLY RESETTING ELEMENTS OF A MAGNETIC SENSOR ARRAY - A semiconductor process and apparatus provide a high-performance magnetic field sensor with three differential sensor configurations which require only two distinct pinning axes, where each differential sensor is formed from a Wheatstone bridge structure with four unshielded magnetic tunnel junction sensor arrays, each of which includes a magnetic field pulse generator for selectively applying a field pulse to stabilize or restore the easy axis magnetization of the sense layers to orient the magnetization in the correct configuration. prior to measurements of small magnetic fields. The field pulse is sequentially applied to groups of the sense layers of the Wheatstone bridge structures, thereby allowing for a higher current pulse or larger sensor array size for maximal signal to noise ratio. | 08-23-2012 |
20120311396 | MRAM FIELD DISTURB DETECTION AND RECOVERY - A method and memory device is provided for reading data from an ECC word of a plurality of reference bits associated with a plurality of memory device bits and determining if a double bit error in the ECC word exists. The ECC word may be first toggled twice and the reference bits reset upon detecting the double bit error. | 12-06-2012 |
20150061663 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEQUENTIALLY RESETTING ELEMENTS OF A MAGNETIC SENSOR ARRAY - A semiconductor process and apparatus provide a high-performance magnetic field sensor with three differential sensor configurations which require only two distinct pinning axes, where each differential sensor is formed from a Wheatstone bridge structure with four unshielded magnetic tunnel junction sensor arrays, each of which includes a magnetic field pulse generator for selectively applying a field pulse to stabilize or restore the easy axis magnetization of the sense layers to orient the magnetization in the correct configuration prior to measurements of small magnetic fields. The field pulse is sequentially applied to groups of the sense layers of the Wheatstone bridge structures, thereby allowing for a higher current pulse or larger sensor array size for maximal signal to noise ratio. | 03-05-2015 |
Bradley C. Engel, Waterford, WI US
Bradley N. Engel, Chandler, AZ US
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20090243607 | Magnetic Sensor Design for Suppression of Barkhausen Noise - A semiconductor process and apparatus provide a high-performance magnetic field sensor from two differential sensor configurations ( | 10-01-2009 |
20090279212 | Two-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor with Multiple Pinning Directions - A fabrication process and apparatus provide a high-performance magnetic field sensor ( | 11-12-2009 |
20110121826 | Two-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor with Multiple Pinning Directions - A fabrication process and apparatus provide a high-performance magnetic field sensor ( | 05-26-2011 |
Brent Engel, Hope, IN US
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20080202103 | Software, methods and systems including soot loading metrics - One embodiment is a method including a unique soot loading metric. Further embodiments, forms, objects, features, advantages, aspects, and benefits shall become apparent from the following description and drawings. | 08-28-2008 |
20090288398 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PARTICULATE ACCUMULATION ON AN ENGINE FILTER DURING ENGINE IDLING - According to one representative embodiment, an apparatus disclosed herein includes a regeneration event timing module, an engine speed module, an exhaust gas temperature module, and a thermal management module. The regeneration event timing module is configured to determine a regeneration event timing strategy for implementation during extended idling of the engine. The regeneration event timing strategy includes a first time period and a second time period following the first time period. The engine speed module is configured to determine a desired engine speed for the second time period and operate the engine at the desired engine speed during the second time period. The desired engine speed is greater than an idling engine speed associated with the first time period. The exhaust gas temperature module is configured to determine a desired particulate matter filter inlet exhaust gas temperature. The desired particulate matter filter inlet exhaust gas temperature corresponds to a particulate matter filter temperature for achieving a noxidation regeneration of particulate matter on the particulate matter filter. The thermal management module is configured to modulate at least one engine system component to achieve the desired particulate matter filter inlet exhaust gas temperature during the second time period. | 11-26-2009 |
Brett H. Engel, Ridgefield, CT US
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20140175609 | PRECISION POLYSILICON RESISTORS - Use of a replacement metal gate (RMG) process provides an opportunity to create precision polysilicon resistors alongside metal gate transistors. During formation of a sacrificial polysilicon gate, the precision polysilicon resistor can also be formed from the same polysilicon film. The polysilicon resistor can be slightly recessed so that a protective insulating layer can cover the resistor during subsequent replacement of the sacrificial gate with a metal gate. The final structure of the precision polysilicon resistor fabricated using such a process is more compact and less complex than existing structures that provide metal resistors for integrated circuits having metal gate transistors. Furthermore, the precision polysilicon resistor can be freely tuned to have a desired sheet resistance by either implanting the polysilicon film with dopants, adjusting the polysilicon film thickness, or both. | 06-26-2014 |
Brett Wayne Engel, Shorewood, WI US
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20140064848 | Strike Off Apparatus - A strike off apparatus and method for moving a blade in such an apparatus are disclosed. The strike off apparatus may comprise a frame, a collar mounted to the frame, a blade mounted to the frame and moveable from a first position to a second position, a guide disposed within the channel, and an actuator operatively connected to the guide. The actuator may be configured to move the blade from the first position to a second position. The frame and collar may define a first portion of a generally vertical channel. | 03-06-2014 |
Carl Engel, Pendergrass, GA US
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20140222488 | Quantifying the Quality of Trend Lines - Techniques, apparatus and articles of manufacture for quantifying the quality of trend lines. A method includes defining a collection of reference data sets derived from multiple historical projects in a similar subject area as the target project, defining one or more indicators of data set applicability to a target project estimation, said defining based on multiple characteristics of the target project, evaluating applicability of each of the reference data sets based on the one or more indicators, and identifying one or more of the reference data sets as applicable for use in the target project estimation. | 08-07-2014 |
20140222489 | Quantifying the Quality of Trend Lines - Apparatus and articles of manufacture for quantifying the quality of trend lines include defining a collection of reference data sets derived from multiple historical projects in a similar subject area as the target project, defining one or more indicators of data set applicability to a target project estimation, said defining based on multiple characteristics of the target project, evaluating applicability of each of the reference data sets based on the one or more indicators, and identifying one or more of the reference data sets as applicable for use in the target project estimation. | 08-07-2014 |
Craig Engel, Shamong, NJ US
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20120005527 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR DATA COLLECTION AND VALIDATION - Methods and apparatus for collection, validation, analysis, and automated error correction of data regarding user interaction with content. In one embodiment, statistical methods are used to arrive at expected values for the collected data. The data is compared to the expected value and must meet one or more acceptance criteria (e.g., be within a prescribed range) to be considered valid. The prescribed range is determined by the network operator, or a computer program adapted to generate this value. The invention enables a network operator to assess a large volume of data without requiring significant amounts of manual monitoring and/or error correction. The ability to collect, validate and analyze data across multiple platforms is also provided. Still further, an automated system capable of learning evaluation and error correction patterns is disclosed. | 01-05-2012 |
20120124161 | APPARATUS AND METHODS ENSURING DATA PRIVACY IN A CONTENT DISTRIBUTION NETWORK - Methods and apparatus for ensuring the privacy of users and/or devices in a content delivery network from which data regarding the users' interaction with content is collected and distributed. In one embodiment, “tuning” records which describe the interaction of users with content or other activities of interest are collected. It is determined whether an opportunity for compromise of the user's privacy (e.g., by derivative association) is present. If it is determined that such an opportunity exists, at least portions of the data are modified (e.g., collapsed). The modification may comprise replacing a first explicit data value with a second descriptive data value, increasing a range for the value, generalizing the value, removing the value, or encoding the value. Further processing of the collected tuning records may include, validating the data, accounting for latency, and generating reports based thereon. | 05-17-2012 |
20120124606 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING AND CHARACTERIZING LATENCY IN A CONTENT DELIVERY NETWORK - Methods and apparatus for identification and characterization of latency in a content delivery network. In one embodiment, interaction of users with content is recorded via the collection of a plurality of tuning records; the latency is then utilize to adjust the timing on the tuning records to account for lapses in time for sending these from between entities of the network and the user devices, and for processing occurring at the devices as required. The latency is determined by taking into account an experimentally or manufacturer-derived device specific latency component, and a network latency component. The network latency component is determined in one variant by sending a message to the device from the network requesting a current system time (or other response). Once the timing of the tuning records is adjusted, these tuning records may be relied upon as being accurate representations of subscriber interaction with content on a second-by-second basis. Accordingly, tuning records may be obtained and analyzed for content which lasts for very short periods of time (e.g. advertisements). | 05-17-2012 |
20130298149 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR DATA COLLECTION AND VALIDATION - Methods and apparatus for collection, validation, analysis, and automated error correction of data regarding user interaction with content. In one embodiment, statistical methods are used to arrive at expected values for the collected data. The data is compared to the expected value and must meet one or more acceptance criteria (e.g., be within a prescribed range) to be considered valid. The prescribed range is determined by the network operator, or a computer program adapted to generate this value. The invention enables a network operator to assess a large volume of data without requiring significant amounts of manual monitoring and/or error correction. The ability to collect, validate and analyze data across multiple platforms is also provided. Still further, an automated system capable of learning evaluation and error correction patterns is disclosed. | 11-07-2013 |
20140359649 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR AUDIENCE DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS IN A CONTENT DELIVERY NETWORK - Methods and apparatus for collection and processing of data relating to users of a content-delivery network. In one embodiment, the content delivery network is a cable or satellite or HFCu network, and the apparatus includes an architecture for routinely harvesting, parsing, processing, and storing data relating to the activities of the users (e.g., subscribers) of the network. In one variant, at least portions of the data are anonymized to protect subscriber privacy. | 12-04-2014 |
20140366051 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR AUDIENCE DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS IN A CONTENT DELIVERY NETWORK - Methods and apparatus for collection and processing of data relating to users of a content-delivery network. In one embodiment, the content delivery network is a cable or satellite or HFCu network, and the apparatus includes an architecture for routinely harvesting, parsing, processing, and storing data relating to the activities of the users (e.g., subscribers) of the network. In one variant, at least portions of the data are anonymized to protect subscriber privacy. | 12-11-2014 |
David W. Engel, Kennewick, WA US
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20130191390 | Automatic Identification of Abstract Online Groups - Online abstract groups, in which members aren't explicitly connected, can be automatically identified by computer-implemented methods. The methods involve harvesting records from social media and extracting content-based and structure-based features from each record. Each record includes a social-media posting and is associated with one or more entities. Each feature is stored on a data storage device and includes a computer-readable representation of an attribute of one or more records. The methods further involve grouping records into record groups according to the features of each record. Further still the methods involve calculating an n-dimensional surface representing each record group and defining an outlier as a record having feature-based distances measured from every n-dimensional surface that exceed a threshold value. Each of the n-dimensional surfaces is described by a footprint that characterizes the respective record group as an online abstract group. | 07-25-2013 |
Dean Engel, Littleton, CO US
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20090089070 | System and Method for Validating and Processing Customer Entered Addresses - A system includes an address validation and resolution module operable to determine a location corresponding to a civic address; a location key generator operable to generate a location key adapted to index a set of location-based services identifiers; and an available services determination module operable to use the location key to index the set of location-based services identifiers to determine location-based services available at the civic address. An embodiment of a computer-implemented method includes receiving address data identifying a civic address associated with a, determining a location corresponding to the identified civic address based on the address data; and determining whether one or more services are available at the identified civic address based on the determined location. | 04-02-2009 |
Doug Engel, Freeland, MI US
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20140102015 | MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SYSTEM AND INSTALLATION METHOD - A memorial foundation system includes a pair of vertical supports having screw threads on their bottom ends and first attachment structure at their upper ends. Support plates corresponding to the vertical supports have respective second attachment structures configured to mate with the first attachment structures. A block has a first end supported by one of the pair of support plates and one of the pair of vertical supports and a second opposite end supported by the other of the pair of support plates and the other of the pair of vertical supports. The block includes a plurality of pockets in a row, each of the pockets open to an upper side. Each of a plurality of markers is configured to be received by a corresponding one of the plurality of pockets in the block to arrange the plurality of markers in an aligned row with even height. | 04-17-2014 |
Edward Joseph Engel, Des Peres, MO US
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20080310767 | Expandable Emesis Containment System and Use Thereof - The present invention relates to an improved disposable emesis containment system comprising an expandable bag constituted of a non-porous, flexible polymeric material, such bag having a metal or plastic frame e.g., in the shape of a spring that permits expansion of the bag into a desired shape e.g. spherical, the bag having a large opening or aperture at the top upon expansion which opening is sealable by use of an associated draw- or pull-string and which expandable bag is stored in an easily opened, preferably resealable storage container in unexpanded form prior to usage. This system provides an improved means of storing and disposal of emesis and other noxious biological materials. | 12-18-2008 |
Gary H. Engel, Lake Orion, MI US
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20090007638 | Pump Assembly and Method for Leak Detection of Fluid System - A method of detecting a leak in a fluid system, which includes a switch that changes state according to pressure in the fluid system. The method includes changing pressure in the fluid system with a pump assembly. The pump assembly includes a predetermined leak that is in fluid communication with the fluid system and that causes the switch to change state after a predetermined time period. The method also includes detecting a leak in the fluid system if the switch changes state within an amount of time less than the predetermined time period. | 01-08-2009 |
George Engel, Edison, NJ US
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20080245314 | FLUID DELIVERY ASSEMBLY - Assemblies in accordance with the invention can lead to an exceptionally easy to use, safe, and convenient system and method of applying a fixed dosage of chemicals to which a user might wish to avoid contact, such as parasiticides. In the present invention, a fluid, such as a pesticide or parasiticide, glue, solvent, lubricant, medicament and the like is loaded into a fluid reservoir and the reservoir sealed. The reservoir can be attached to a cap-applicator structure which is in an inactive configuration. In the inactive configuration, a piercing tip remains poised over the reservoir in an inactive configuration without forming an opening in the reservoir. The cap-applicator can have a sharp intsernal piercing tip capable of piercing the reservoir when the assembly is converted into an active configuration. This will allow the user to dispense the liquid out of the reservoir through the applicator. | 10-09-2008 |
20080245380 | FLUID APPLICATOR - An applicator tip is provided for operating in conjunction with a pierceable fluid reservoir. Assemblies in accordance with the invention can lead to an exceptionally easy to use, safe, and convenient system and method of applying a fixed dosage of chemicals to which a user might wish to avoid contact, such as parasiticides. The cap-applicator can have an internal piercing tip capable of piercing the reservoir when the assembly is converted into an active configuration. Projections can be provided, in the form of fins on a tube or a multi-prong structure with straight or curved projections. The tips of one or more projections can include dispensing ports or the ports can be recessed from the distal tip, such as in a notch, so as not to be obstructed if the distal tip of the cap is pressed against an animal to dispense the fluid. | 10-09-2008 |
Glenn Engel, Snohomish, WA US
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20100115437 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTELY DISPLAYING DATA - An electronic device for collecting and displaying measurement data includes a data interface, a processor and a transport interface. The data interface obtains measurement data. The processor is configured to generate portable graphical user interface (GUI) information indicating a visual format corresponding to at least one of the measurement data or the electronic device, and to associate the portable GUI information with the measurement data. The transport interface is configured to deliver the measurement data and the associated portable GUI information to a remote display, enabling the remote display to display the measurement data in accordance with the visual format indicated by the portable GUI information. | 05-06-2010 |
Glenn R. Engel, Snohomish, WA US
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20090109055 | Method and system for acquiring features of measurement systems - A method including establishing a communication link between one or more measurement equipment installations and a provider of optional features, utilizing circuitry within the measurement equipment installation to allow the measurement equipment installation to exchange information with the provider of optional features and determining optional feature use criteria, the optional feature use criteria including at least an interval during which one or more optional features are enabled on the one or more measurement equipment installations. | 04-30-2009 |
20090112505 | Method and system for providing test and measurement guidance - A method for providing a user with test and measurement guidance includes collecting an inventory of available test instruments, providing data for a device under test, providing a test specification, and generating a set of tests to be performed on the device under test utilizing the inventory, data, and test specification. | 04-30-2009 |
20090313347 | System and Method to Integrate Measurement Information within an Electronic Laboratory Notebook Environment - Capability to record relevant aggregated data via a test and measurement instrument interface through a software agent. The agent resides within the test and measurement instrument and gathers the information when activated. The information can be measurement data; measurement setup parameters; test system topology; user notes, brief descriptions, audio recordings or pen input; pictures; or attached documents. The agent can communicate directly to an electronic laboratory notebook server or can store the information on a portable computer readable media (CRM). A user can upload the information from the portable CRM to the server. The user can access the information via a PC workstation. | 12-17-2009 |
Glenn R. Engel, Loveland, CO US
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20140215382 | Method for Utilizing Projected Gesture Completion to Improve Instrument Performance - A method of operating a first data processing system having a screen for responding to a vector gesture performed on that screen is disclosed. The method includes estimating a direction and assuming an identity for the vector gesture prior to the vector gesture being completed. A command that depends on the estimated direction and assumed identity is executed, the command being a command that would be required to update a current state of the first data processing system if the assumed identity of the vector gesture is correct. The command is executed prior to the vector gesture being completed. The current state of the first data processing system is then updated based on the data generated by the command. After the vector gesture has been determined to have been completed, the first data processing system is updated to a state indicated by the completed vector gesture. | 07-31-2014 |
20140245168 | Graphical User Interface Editor that Displays Live Data During Editing - A method for operating a computer to develop a program having a GUI is disclosed. The method includes providing a program development system having an editing mode in which a user constructs a GUI and providing a graphical element that can be placed on a form as part of the GUI, the graphical element displaying data from the server while the program development system is in the editing mode. The parameters that control the connection and data transfer from the server can be provided in the properties section of the graphical element, and hence, no compilation of the underlying program is needed to verify the server connection and associated data. | 08-28-2014 |
20140282055 | Layout System for Devices with Variable Display Screen Sizes and Orientations - A method for operating a data processing system having a display screen on which a GUI is displayed is disclosed. The GUI has a plurality of configurations having different aspect ratios or numbers of pixels. The method includes providing a layout description and a runtime system that generates the GUI in response to the layout description and the display configuration. The layout description defines a first container having a plurality of components to be shown in the GUI within a first container space. Each component has a component layout description within the first container. The runtime system automatically allocates the first container space depending on the display configuration, and automatically divides the first container space into plurality of component spaces. Each component is shown in a corresponding one of the component spaces. The first container space and the component spaces automatically change when the display configuration changes. | 09-18-2014 |
Glenn R. Engel, Everett, WA US
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20140282133 | Method for Creating a User Interface - A method of operating a data processing system having a control screen to provide control of a program is disclosed. First and second program graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and a runtime library are provided. The first program GUI includes a first GUI description and a first method for operating on data input to or data output from that the first program GUI. The second program GUI includes a second GUI description and a second method for operating on data input to or data output from that the second program GUI. The runtime library includes the first and second method. The data processing system combines the first GUI description and the second GUI description to provide a compound GUI without recompiling the runtime library. | 09-18-2014 |
Gregory S. Engel, Flossmoor, IL US
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20130222801 | Real-Time Mapping of Electronic Structure with Single-Shot Two-Dimensional Electronic Spectroscopy - A technique for forming a two-dimensional electronic spectrum of a sample includes illuminating a line within a portion of the sample with four laser pulses; where along the entire line the difference in the arrival times between two of the laser pulses varies as a function of the position and the difference in the arrival times between the other two pulses is constant along the entire line. A spectroscopic analysis may then be performed on the resulting pulsed output signal from the illuminated line to produce a single-shot two dimensional electronic spectroscopy. | 08-29-2013 |
James Douglas Engel, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20130059806 | EPIGENETIC CO-REPRESSORS OF THE GAMMA-GLOBIN GENE AND METHODS OF USING SAME - This disclosure describes methods of screening for compounds that disrupt the interaction between DNMT1 and the gamma-globin promoter or between LSD-1 and the gamma-globin promoter. This disclosure describes methods of screening for compounds that de-repress the gamma-globin gene. | 03-07-2013 |
Jeffrey R. Engel, West Bloomfield, MI US
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20090108985 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 04-30-2009 |
20120223805 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-06-2012 |
20130248345 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-26-2013 |
20140251781 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-11-2014 |
20140252670 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-11-2014 |
20140252671 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-11-2014 |
20140252688 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-11-2014 |
20140262722 | IN-MOLDED RESISTIVE AND SHIELDING ELEMENTS - An article of manufacture having an in-molded resistive and/or shielding element and method of making the same are shown and described. In one disclosed method, a resistive and/or shielding element is printed on a film. The film is formed to a desired shape and put in an injection mold. A molten plastic material is introduced into the injection mold to form a rigid structure that retains the film. | 09-18-2014 |
Jeffrey Robert Engel, Golden, CO US
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20130199571 | NOVEL THERMAL METHOD FOR RAPID COKE MEASUREMENT IN LIQUID ROCKET ENGINES - There is disclosed a method of cleaning a liquid hydrocarbon-cooled bipropellant rocket engine. In an embodiment, method includes heating the engine to a temperature. The method includes applying ozone for a period of time. The method includes determining the temperature and the period of time are each sufficient to remove carbonaceous deposits. In another embodiment, the method may further include thermally imaging the heat transfer surfaces. There is disclosed apparatus for cleaning a liquid hydrocarbon-cooled bipropellant rocket engine. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a heater, an ozone source, and a thermal camera. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 08-08-2013 |
John Engel, Vancouver, WA US
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20130321546 | MEDIA HANDLING DEVICE INCLUDING A CARRIER STRUCTURE FOR A SET OF STARWHEELS - A media handling device for a printer is provided. The media handling device includes a base structure and an assembly provided on the base structure. The assembly comprises a carrier structure that has a first end that is coupled to the base structure. The carrier structure is coupled to the base structure to move inwards from an original position and is under bias to return to the original position, in order to receive a media sheet during a print operation. The assembly also comprises a set of starwheels provided with the carrier structure. Each starwheel rotates while contacting the media sheet during the print operation. | 12-05-2013 |
John Engel, Rhinelander, WI US
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20080318010 | Release liner having print receptive surface and methods for manufacturing and using - A release liner having a print receptive surface is provided. The release liner includes a release liner substrate having a first surface and a second surface, and silicone coating provided on at least one of the release liner substrate first surface or second surface to provide a release surface. The silicone coating is provided in an amount sufficient to provide the release surface with release properties, and the silicone coating comprises sufficient print additive for enhancing the print receptiveness of the release surface while providing desired release properties. A method for manufacturing a release liner having a print receptive surface, and a method for using a release liner are provided. | 12-25-2008 |
20090133827 | Release liner having friction coating, laminate, and methods for manufacturing and using - A release liner is provided according to the present invention. The release liner includes a clay coated paper substrate having a first surface and a second surface, a silicone coating provided on one of the first surface or the second surface of the clay coated paper substrate, and a friction coating provided on the other of the first surface of the second surface of the clay coated paper substrate. The clay coated paper substrate includes a paper base sheet having a first side, a second side, and a basis weight of about 50 lb/3,000 ft | 05-28-2009 |
John Engel, Belmont, NC US
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20140138574 | COMPOSITE MATERIALS OF NANO-DISPERSED SILICON AND TIN AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - Composite compounds of tin and lithium, silicon and lithium, or tin, silicon, and lithium having tin and silicon nano-dispersed in a lithium-containing matrix may be used as electrode materials and particularly anode materials for use with rechargeable batteries. Methods of making the composite compounds include the oxidation of alloys, the reaction of stabilized lithium metal powder with tin and silicon oxides, and the reaction of inorganic salts of lithium with tin and silicon containing compounds. | 05-22-2014 |
20140291575 | COMPOSITE MATERIALS OF NANO-DISPERSED SILICON AND TIN AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - Composite compounds of tin and lithium, silicon and lithium, or tin, silicon, and lithium having tin and silicon nano-dispersed in a lithium-containing matrix may be used as electrode materials and particularly anode materials for use with rechargeable batteries. Methods of making the composite compounds include the oxidation of alloys, the reaction of stabilized lithium metal powder with tin and silicon oxides, and the reaction of inorganic salts of lithium with tin and silicon containing compounds. | 10-02-2014 |
John Engel, Port Townsend, WA US
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20120151743 | REMOTELY ACCESSIBLE SUBSEA STRAIN SENSOR ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS - A system and method for the installation and removal of monitoring equipment is disclosed. In some embodiments, the monitoring equipment may be installed or removed using a remotely operated vehicle. In certain implementations, the monitoring system includes a sensor assembly connectable to a tubular member, an alignment tool for installing or removing the sensor assembly to and from the tubular member, and an alignment cage for facilitating access of the alignment tool to the sensor assembly. In some embodiments, the alignment tool may be aligned with the sensor assembly for installation or removal as a result of the alignment tool being inserted through the alignment cage. | 06-21-2012 |
John B. Engel, Tigard, OR US
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20110067988 | ELECTRICAL SWITCHING COMPONENT - An apparatus including an electrical switching device to control current to a load and a second case arranged to substantially encapsulate the electrical switching device. The electrical switching device includes a first case; a plurality of contacts disposed in the first case; and an opening in the first case disposed to expose the contacts. The second case is arranged to duct a blast from the opening of the first case of the electrical switching device. | 03-24-2011 |
20120281340 | ELECTRICAL SWITCHING COMPONENT - An apparatus including an electrical switching device to control current to a load and a second case arranged to substantially encapsulate the electrical switching device. The electrical switching device includes a first case; a plurality of contacts disposed in the first case; and an opening in the first case disposed to expose the contacts. The second case is arranged to duct a blast from the opening of the first case of the electrical switching device. | 11-08-2012 |
John F. Engel, Evanston, IL US
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20100004963 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING A BUSINESS ORGANIZATION THAT NEEDS TRANSFORMATION - A method and system for identifying a business organization that needs transformation is provided. In one implementation the method and system may include providing information, such as financial, marketing, and internal information, related to a business organization; determining from the information whether the business organization has had a performance trigger; adding the business organization to a list of transformation candidates if the determination identifies the business organization as having had a performance trigger; and displaying on a display device whether the business organization is a candidate for transformation. | 01-07-2010 |
John J. Engel, Linden, NJ US
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20140309228 | QUATERNIZED AMINES AS SODIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS - The present disclosure provides substituted pyridine and pyrimidine compounds of Formula (I): A1-X-A2-Z-R1 (I) and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and prodrugs thereof, wherein A, X, A, Z, and R are defined as set forth in the specification. The present disclosure is also directed to the use of compounds of Formula (I) to treat a disorder responsive to the blockade of sodium channels. Compounds of the present disclosure are especially useful for treating pain. | 10-16-2014 |
Joseph Engel, Monroeville, PA US
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20140145854 | System and Method for Detecting and Preventing Cable Theft in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment - A system and method is provided for preventing cable theft in electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). A sensor may be configured to sense a short between at least two components of a cable in the EVSE. A processor may be configured to determine that the cable is being cut in response to the sensing. The processor may be further configured to generate an alert in response to a determination that the cable is being cut. | 05-29-2014 |
20140327556 | System and Method for Detecting Vehicle Proximity in an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment - A system and method is provided for detecting vehicle proximity in an electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). A sensor may be configured to detect a presence of a vehicle within a predetermined distance of the EVSE. A processor may be configured to determine that the vehicle is in proximity of the EVSE in response to the sensor detecting the presence of the vehicle. The processor may be further configured to generate an alert in response to a determination that the vehicle is in proximity of the EVSE. | 11-06-2014 |
Joseph C. Engel, Monroeville, PA US
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20080204949 | ARC FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER AND METHOD OF PARALLEL AND SERIES ARC FAULT DETECTION - An arc fault circuit interrupter includes separable contacts, a neutral conductor, an operating mechanism structured to open and close the separable contacts, at least one current sensor structured to sense current flowing through the separable contacts and output a sensed current value; and a processor. The processor includes a first routine structured to provide parallel arc fault detection, a second routine structured to provide series arc fault detection, and a third routine structured to enable the first routine and disable the second routine for a predetermined time when the sensed current value is greater than a predetermined value and to enable the second routine and disable the first routine for the predetermined time when the sensed current value is less than the predetermined value. | 08-28-2008 |
20090086387 | CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER - A circuit breaker includes separable contacts; a load conductor; a neutral conductor; and an operating mechanism structured to open and close the separable contacts. An arc fault trip circuit cooperates with the operating mechanism and trips open the separable contacts responsive to detection of an arc fault condition associated with current flowing through the separable contacts. A ground fault trip circuit cooperates with the operating mechanism and is structured to trip open the separable contacts responsive to detection of a ground fault condition associated with current flowing through the separable contacts, the load conductor and the neutral conductor. The arc fault trip circuit includes an integration capacitor, and the ground fault trip circuit includes an output to the integration capacitor. | 04-02-2009 |
Justin Engel, Reno, NV US
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20090037228 | System and Method for Analyzing Complex Insurance Policy Proposals - A system and method for providing businesses with comparative insurance proposal information. The present invention is embodied in an online software system that provides a home page for both agents and businesses and a business only page that provides additional information such as tips on saving money and purchasing insurance. A business first provides underwriting data to those wanting to provide quotes. The insurance agent or representative of the insurance company uploads the proposal(s) to the insurance valuator system via manual or electronic methods the proposed limits and coverage. An automated communication is then generated and sent to the business when the agent logs in and when it is complete. After the proposal information is uploaded, custom reports (based on sets of industry specific rules, guidelines or other criteria) can be generated and viewed or printed by the business. | 02-05-2009 |
Kathryn Engel, Ijamsville, MD US
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20090192964 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COMPARING SYSTEM FEATURES - Embodiments of the disclosed systems and methods establish quantitative and accurate relationships between system features and system objectives. In one embodiment, the systems and methods are particularly suitable to establish the predictive relationships between system fidelity and training objectives. These systems and methods can combine fidelity values defined by end-users, existing theory and research, or objective performance data from experiments. The predictive relationships defined through these methods can feed a model-based decision support tool that helps predict the impact of fidelity on training effectiveness. | 07-30-2009 |
Kelly Anne Engel, Des Peres, MO US
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20080310767 | Expandable Emesis Containment System and Use Thereof - The present invention relates to an improved disposable emesis containment system comprising an expandable bag constituted of a non-porous, flexible polymeric material, such bag having a metal or plastic frame e.g., in the shape of a spring that permits expansion of the bag into a desired shape e.g. spherical, the bag having a large opening or aperture at the top upon expansion which opening is sealable by use of an associated draw- or pull-string and which expandable bag is stored in an easily opened, preferably resealable storage container in unexpanded form prior to usage. This system provides an improved means of storing and disposal of emesis and other noxious biological materials. | 12-18-2008 |
Kevin Engel, Gilbert, AZ US
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20110079901 | Methods of Forming Back Side Layers For Thinned Wafers and Related Structures - A method of processing a wafer including a plurality of integrated circuit devices on a front side of the wafer, may include thinning the wafer from a back side opposite the front side. After thinning the wafer, a back side layer may be provided on the back side of the thinned wafer opposite the front side, and the back side layer may be configured to counter stress on the front side of the wafer including the plurality of integrated circuit devices thereon. After providing the back side layer, the plurality of integrated circuit devices may be separated. Related structures are also discussed. | 04-07-2011 |
Laurie Engel, Deforest, WI US
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20140272970 | METHOD FOR QUANTIFYING 5-HYDROXYMETHYLCYTOSINE - Provided herein are methods for detecting and quantifying 5-hydroxymethylated cytosine bases in a DNA molecule. | 09-18-2014 |
Lawrence Engel, Seattle, WA US
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20140089321 | METHOD AND SYSTEM TO RECOMMEND RECIPES - Disclosed is a recipe recommendation system and method which builds and maintains user and recipe profiles, which matches user and recipe profiles to recommend recipes, which changes recommended recipes based on season and other factors, which adjusts user profiles based on explicit and implicit feedback, which integrates mobile computing and grocery delivery services, and which offers a complete service. | 03-27-2014 |
Louis Engel, Burlington, NC US
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20130166315 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND MEDIA FOR LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES - Systems, methods, and media for laboratory testing services are disclosed. A request for an electronic form can be received from an electronic device. A customized electronic form can be sent to the electronic device. The electronic form may be customized based at least in part on a healthcare provider associated with the request. At least one laboratory test may be requested to be ordered for at least one patient associated with the healthcare provider. At least one predefined rule may be applied to the requested order to verify that the order is valid. At least one laboratory can be selected to perform the ordered laboratory tests. Specimen collection information may be sent to a collection facility and can be based at least in part on rules or preferences of a lab selected to perform a laboratory test. Customized test reports can be provided to a healthcare provider. | 06-27-2013 |
20130166593 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND MEDIA FOR LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES - Systems, methods, and media for laboratory testing services are disclosed. Medical information can be received from an electronic device. One or more laboratory tests can be recommended based at least in part on the received medical information. For example, if one or more symptoms are received, then one or more laboratory tests may be suggested based at least in part on the received symptoms. As another example, if an order for one or more laboratory tests are received, then one or more additional and/or alternative laboratory tests may be suggested. Suggested laboratory tests can be based on medical symptoms, medical conditions, medical codes, medical history, medications, laboratories, healthcare providers, insurance companies, financial factors, locations, turnaround time, other factors, or a combination thereof. One or more of the suggested laboratory tests can be ordered. | 06-27-2013 |
20130197943 | Systems, Methods, and Media for Laboratory Benefit Services - Systems, methods, and media for laboratory benefit services are disclosed. Embodiments of the present invention provide systems, methods, and media that enhance the quality of health care related services to a patient, thereby enhancing patient care. | 08-01-2013 |
Marie T. Engel, Ellington, CT US
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20100138339 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AN ONLINE-LIKE ACCOUNT PROCESSING AND MANAGEMENT - The present invention is embodied in an online-like transaction processing method and system for processing account information contained in batch process files, the method including: reading at least one batch file containing a plurality of records, each of the plurality of records being related to an associated one of a plurality of accounts; identifying which of the plurality of records relate to same ones of the plurality of accounts; identifying one of the accounts; and, processing all of the records identified as relating to the one of the accounts together and independent of processing any of the records relating to any other of the plurality of accounts. | 06-03-2010 |
20120004934 | COMPUTER SYSTEM AND COMPUTERIZED METHOD FOR PROCESSING ACCOUNT DATA - The present invention is embodied in an online-like transaction processing method and system for processing account information contained in batch process files, the method including: reading at least one batch file containing a plurality of records, each of the plurality of records being related to an associated one of a plurality of accounts; identifying which of the plurality of records relate to same ones of the plurality of accounts; identifying one of the accounts; and, processing all of the records identified as relating to the one of the accounts together and independent of processing any of the records relating to any other of the plurality of accounts. | 01-05-2012 |
20140288978 | COMPUTER SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING ACCOUNT DATA - The present invention is embodied in an online-like transaction processing method and system for processing account information contained in batch process files, the method including: reading at least one batch file containing a plurality of records, each of the plurality of records being related to an associated one of a plurality of accounts; identifying which of the plurality of records relate to same ones of the plurality of accounts; identifying one of the accounts; and, processing all of the records identified as relating to the one of the accounts together and independent of processing any of the records relating to any other of the plurality of accounts. | 09-25-2014 |
Mark Engel, Tampa, FL US
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20110098018 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO MANAGE AND CONTROL WIRELESS SERVICE USAGE - A method and system for monitoring wireless service utilization is described. The teachings comprise: providing a logical database comprising service usage records providing triggers for a wireless service consumed by a wireless device; providing a contact address associated with the wireless device; after an interval, determining if the utilization consumed to-date for a current billing period by the wireless device activates one of the triggers, wherein the interval is at least an order of magnitude less than a billing period; generating a message corresponding to the activated trigger, with the message including values determined during the determining step; and sending the message to the contact address. | 04-28-2011 |
Mark Alan Engel, St. Louis, MO US
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20120173263 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THERAPY PROGRAMS - Methods and systems for implementation of therapy programs are described. In one embodiment, it is determined that a member is enrolled in a drug benefit program. It is determined that a decision deadline has occurred for continuing an aspect of a benefit of the drug benefit program. It is determined that a decision response has not been received from the member. A suspension of the aspect of the benefit of the drug benefit program is generated based on the determination that the decision response has not been received from the member. Other methods and systems are described. | 07-05-2012 |
Mogens Engel, Tunkhannock, PA US
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20090039037 | Portable Drinking Water Purification Device - A portable water disinfecting and purification apparatus comprising a first chamber into which water to be purified may be drawn by suction or negative pressure, a second chamber into which the water from the first chamber can be forced by a pumping action or positive pressure, whereby the water is passed across a micro-filter positioned within a section of the second chamber through which water can be forced by said pumping action to an outlet for purified water. | 02-12-2009 |
20100032381 | Double Chamber Water Purification Device - A portable device for filtering and purifying water comprised of an outer chamber and an inner chamber that is slidable within a section of the outer chamber, and a small pore size pre-filter, whereby water is drawn through the pre-filter into the first container section of the outer chamber where it is isolated and treated with a disinfectant agent, then is drawn out of the first container section and into the second container section, and then into the inner chamber, where it is passed across another filtering material such as an activated carbon bed, removing any remaining contaminants before the potable water exits through a mouthpiece. | 02-11-2010 |
20100102002 | Portable Drinking Water Purification Device - A portable water disinfecting and purification apparatus comprising a first chamber into which water to be purified may be drawn by suction or negative pressure, a second chamber into which the water from the first chamber can be forced by a pumping action or positive pressure, whereby the water is initially passed across a pre-filter secured over the inlet to the first chamber and having a very small pore size and an inner cavity in which a disinfecting agent is place to filters most contaminants before the water is drawn into said filtering device, and once in the first holding chamber the water is isolated and may be further treated with a disinfectant agent, and then is passed though at least additional filtering substance including an activated carbon or nano-filter. | 04-29-2010 |
20110284479 | Double Chamber Water Purification Device - A portable device for filtering and purifying water comprised of an outer chamber and an inner chamber that is slidable within a section of the outer chamber, and a small pore size pre-filter, whereby water is drawn through the pre-filter into the first container section of the outer chamber where it is isolated and treated with a disinfectant agent, then is drawn out of the first container section and into the second container section, and then into the inner chamber, where it is passed across another filtering material such as an activated carbon bed, removing any remaining contaminants before the potable water exits through a mouthpiece. | 11-24-2011 |
Paul T. Engel, Rochester, MI US
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20090023824 | THERMALLY EXPANSIBLE MATERIAL SUBSTANTIALLY FREE OF TACKIFIER - A thermally expansible material includes at least one activated thermoplastic polymer, an amine-functionalized curing agent, and a blowing agent. The at least one activated thermoplastic polymer includes an anhydride functionalized thermoplastic polymer. The expansible material is substantially free of a tackifier, and the material is adhereable to a substrate during expansion. A baffling material following expansion is also provided. | 01-22-2009 |
Rebecca L. Engel, Kalamazoo, MI US
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20100268159 | RETROGRADE CORONARY SINUS PERFUSION CANNULA AND METHODS OF USING SAME - A retrograde coronary sinus perfusion catheter including a tubular catheter body having a proximal end, a distal end, and an inner lumen, and an inflatable balloon spaced proximally from the distal end of the catheter body, wherein the balloon is echogenically enhanced. | 10-21-2010 |
20130022554 | Oral care formulations - A formulation for an oral care application comprises a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length. The polyphosphate blend may further comprise a cyclic phosphate and a linear polyphosphate. The formulation provides whitening effects, decreased tooth sensitivity, strengthened tooth enamel, and remineralization. The present invention further relates to methods for making an oral care formulation comprising a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length. Methods of applying an oral care formulation comprising a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length are also disclosed. | 01-24-2013 |
Stanley A. Engel, Cumming, GA US
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20090296990 | EVALUATING DRIVER WALK DISTANCES AND BUILDING TYPES USING OVERHEAD IMAGERY - A method of determining a distance to be walked by a delivery vehicle driver including providing a satellite image that has an image of a building to which an item is to be delivered and an image of a street adjacent to the building. The method further includes defining a path, within the image, that corresponds to a path that the delivery vehicle driver will walk when delivering the item to the building. The method also includes the step of determining a length of the path. | 12-03-2009 |
Steven J. Engel, Kennett Square, PA US
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20080291966 | Thermal conductivity detector (TCD) having compensated constant temperature element - A thermal conductivity detector (TCD) includes a detector cell body having a plurality of fluid cavities, at least one detector element associated with each of the plurality of fluid cavities, and a control circuit associated with each of the at least one detector elements, wherein the control circuit varies the power to the at least one detector element to maintain the at least one detector element at a constant temperature. Power compensation and temperature compensation are also provided to minimize temperature variation of the body of the TCD cell. | 11-27-2008 |
Thomas G. Engel, Columbia, MO US
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20080202438 | Motion-activated pet watering apparatus with digital fluid-flow valve - A motion activated pet drinking apparatus which attaches to both indoor (i.e., sink) and outdoor water faucets and is activated by the motion of the pet to deliver a measured supply of fresh tap water for the pet's consumption. Upon activation, a fresh stream of tap water is directed in a suitable manner for the pet to drink. An electronic timer in the control circuitry shuts off the flow of water after a specified time, typically one minute. The apparatus does not store water and, therefore, does not collect algae, slime, or water deposits and requires only a minimal amount of cleaning. The absence of water storage minimizes cross-contamination when multiple pets use the apparatus. The apparatus is highly energy efficient due to the unique digital control valve used and can easily be powered from standard off-the-shelf commercial batteries. Household power (120 VAC) can also be used to power the apparatus if a nearby source is available. The apparatus has an in-line two-stage water filter and electric heating elements. The two-stage in-line filter is an optional component to filter particulate matter, chemicals, and bad tastes often found in public water supplies. The electric heating elements prevent freezing when the apparatus is used outdoors in low temperatures. Since the electric heating elements consume a relatively large amount of energy, the outdoor model of the apparatus requires 120 VAC household power source. | 08-28-2008 |
Thomas W. F. Engel, East Hampton, CT US
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20140241681 | MULTI-CORE OPTICAL WAVEGUIDE FOR MULTI-PARAMETER SENSING - Methods and apparatus are provided for transmitting light along multiple pathways using a multi-core optical device. One example apparatus generally includes a plurality of large diameter optical waveguides, each having a core and a cladding, and a body having a plurality of bores with the optical waveguides disposed therein, wherein at least a portion of the cladding of each of the optical waveguides is fused with the body, such that the apparatus is a monolithic structure. Such an apparatus provides for a cost- and space-efficient technique for feedthrough of multiple optical waveguides. Also, the body may have a large outer diameter which can be shaped into features of interest, such as connection alignment or feedthrough sealing features. For some embodiments, at least some of the cores may have different structural parameters (e.g., size and/or shape). | 08-28-2014 |
20140241693 | MONOLITHIC MULTI-OPTICAL-WAVEGUIDE PENETRATOR OR CONNECTOR - Methods and apparatus are provided for a monolithic multi-optical-waveguide penetrator or connector. One example apparatus generally includes a plurality of large diameter optical waveguides, each having a core and a cladding, and a body having a plurality of bores with the optical waveguides disposed therein, wherein at least a portion of the cladding of each of the optical waveguides is fused with the body, such that the apparatus is a monolithic structure. Such an apparatus provides for a cost- and space-efficient technique for feedthrough of multiple optical waveguides. Also, the body may have a large outer diameter which can be shaped into features of interest, such as connection alignment or feedthrough sealing features. | 08-28-2014 |
Tricia Lynn Engel, Ballwin, MO US
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20080310767 | Expandable Emesis Containment System and Use Thereof - The present invention relates to an improved disposable emesis containment system comprising an expandable bag constituted of a non-porous, flexible polymeric material, such bag having a metal or plastic frame e.g., in the shape of a spring that permits expansion of the bag into a desired shape e.g. spherical, the bag having a large opening or aperture at the top upon expansion which opening is sealable by use of an associated draw- or pull-string and which expandable bag is stored in an easily opened, preferably resealable storage container in unexpanded form prior to usage. This system provides an improved means of storing and disposal of emesis and other noxious biological materials. | 12-18-2008 |
Victoria A. Engel, Columbia, MO US
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20080202438 | Motion-activated pet watering apparatus with digital fluid-flow valve - A motion activated pet drinking apparatus which attaches to both indoor (i.e., sink) and outdoor water faucets and is activated by the motion of the pet to deliver a measured supply of fresh tap water for the pet's consumption. Upon activation, a fresh stream of tap water is directed in a suitable manner for the pet to drink. An electronic timer in the control circuitry shuts off the flow of water after a specified time, typically one minute. The apparatus does not store water and, therefore, does not collect algae, slime, or water deposits and requires only a minimal amount of cleaning. The absence of water storage minimizes cross-contamination when multiple pets use the apparatus. The apparatus is highly energy efficient due to the unique digital control valve used and can easily be powered from standard off-the-shelf commercial batteries. Household power (120 VAC) can also be used to power the apparatus if a nearby source is available. The apparatus has an in-line two-stage water filter and electric heating elements. The two-stage in-line filter is an optional component to filter particulate matter, chemicals, and bad tastes often found in public water supplies. The electric heating elements prevent freezing when the apparatus is used outdoors in low temperatures. Since the electric heating elements consume a relatively large amount of energy, the outdoor model of the apparatus requires 120 VAC household power source. | 08-28-2008 |
Wendy J. Engel, Norwalk, CT US
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20110035331 | REDUCING ACCOUNTING VOLATILITY - A method, machine, article for reducing accounting volatility. A method can include: storing in memory terms of an agreement governing a contract, the terms including a specification of at least one measure of a variation in a rate of return corresponding to a return on an investment portfolio and a contract rate of return on an investment associated with the investment portfolio determined by using an amount of the at least one measure of the variation, wherein the amount of the measure of the variation changes over time; determining, by a digital computer accessing the memory and receiving market data including data corresponding to the at least one measure of the variation, the amount of the variation; determining, by the computer receiving market data including data on the rate of return on the investment portfolio and by using the amount of the variation, at least one of a contract rate of return on the investment associated with the investment portfolio and a contract value for the investment associated with the investment portfolio; and outputting, by the computer, at least one of the determined contract rate of return and the determined contract value. At least one measure of the variation includes at least one of: a variance, a covariance, a coefficient of variation, a standard deviation, a semi-variance, a semi-standard deviation, a third central moment, a fourth central moment, a duration, and a volatility index. | 02-10-2011 |
William E. Engel, Delray Beach, FL US
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20130124260 | Process and System for Integrating Information from Disparate Databases for Purposes of Predicting Consumer Behavior - A process and system for integrating information stored in at least two disparate databases. The stored information includes consumer transactional information. According to the process and system, at least one qualitative variable which is common to each database is identified, and then transformed into one or more quantitative variables. The consumer transactional information in each database is then converted into converted information in terms of the quantitative variables. Thereafter, an integrated database is formed for predicting consumer behavior by combining the converted information from the disparate databases. | 05-16-2013 |
20140222507 | Process and System for Integrating Information from Disparate Databases for Purposes of Predicting Consumer Behavior - A process and system for integrating information stored in at least two disparate databases. The stored information includes consumer transactional information. According to the process and system, at least one qualitative variable which is common to each database is identified, and then transformed into one or more quantitative variables. The consumer transactional information in each database is then converted into converted information in terms of the quantitative variables. Thereafter, an integrated database is formed for predicting consumer behavior by combining the converted information from the disparate databases. | 08-07-2014 |
William Keith Engel, Allison Park, PA US
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20110184901 | Integrated Security Event Management System - An integrated security event management system (ISEMS) is disclosed and is based on service-oriented architecture (SOA) and includes one or more computers connected to one or more service-providing devices. At least one of the computers comprises one or more modules that are adapted to perform the following tasks: tasks to dynamically discover the service-providing devices and their services within a transit security domain in about real-time; tasks to acquire asynchronous state information notifications in about real-time from the discovered services; tasks to determine one or more Boolean outcomes from the asynchronous state information in about real-time via a configurable rules engine; and tasks to evaluate the one or more Boolean outcomes in about real-time via a configurable policy engine to determine state changes of one or more security policies. | 07-28-2011 |
William Thomas Engel, Oakdale, PA US
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20080207352 | Choice putter - There is disclosed a golf putter for improving a golfer's putting game. Said putter has a conventional shaft connecting to an improved head. Said head has a relatively flat hitting surface for striking a golf ball, a top surface, a bottom surface, a rounded bottom surface extension, a rear edge or wall, and side edges or walls any of which may be curved to make up or define the body of said golf putter. Within the body of said golf putter is an oval aperture which extends through said top and bottom surfaces. Four threaded set screws are inserted through four bore holes which are laterally bored through each opposite said side wall of said rounded bottom surface extensions and extending into said oval aperture. Said top surface oval opening being smaller than a conventional golf ball and said bottom surface oval opening being larger than said golf ball thus permits said golf balls to be wedged upward toward said smaller top surface oval opening by engaging said set screws which contact said golf balls below their equilateral center line. Said oval aperture can also accept an insert made to exactly fit into said oval aperture. Said insert is made to fit up through said larger bottom surface oval opening, but not fit through said smaller top surface oval opening. Said insert can then be secured within the body of the putter by engaging said set screws to make contact and force upward said insert. The top surface of said insert can be covered by one of many exchangeable visual alignment cards which are compressed between the top of said insert and said smaller top surface oval opening thus making it possible for said alignment cards to be visible through said top surface oval opening. | 08-28-2008 |
20110101589 | Cut mat - There is disclosed a portable cutting mat for improving safety when using a power circular saw for cutting wood sheeting. Said mat has a top surface, bottom surface, top edge, bottom edge, left edge, and right edge. Said mat contains holes through said top and bottom surfaces in a predetermined grid pattern. Disposed and secured within said mat holes are replaceable support pegs of a predetermined height. Said mat when rolled out on a flat surface is marginally larger than a standard four foot by eight foot wood sheet. Said wood sheet is to be laid on top of replaceable support pegs so that said top, bottom, left, and right edges along with row markings are visible around the perimeter of said wood sheet. Said row markings are contrasting colors of alternate rows of said replaceable support pegs and/or alternate row markings directly printed on said mat to differentiate between rows of said replaceable support pegs. Cutting channels are the open areas between the rows of said replaceable support pegs, and said top surface of mat. Tie strings and/or straps are attached to said top or bottom edge to secure around the circumference of rolled up mat for transportation or storage. | 05-05-2011 |
Yagil Engel, Bellevue, WA US
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20090210287 | ADVERTISEMENT SPACE ALLOCATION - A user utility function is implemented in allocating advertisement space to one or more potential advertisers. The user utility function allows advertisement space to be allocated based upon, among other things, the expected utility or usefulness that a proposed advertisement will have to a user. The user utility function, for example, compares proposed advertisements to historical user actions to generate respective user utility values for advertisements (e.g., based upon user responses to advertisements for particular types of product, responses to advertisements from particular types of sellers, etc.). The user utility values can then be applied to bids submitted by advertisers for advertisement space for particular advertisements to obtain modified bids. The modified bids thus reflect, among other things, the expected utility of an advertisement to a user, and thus allow an advertisement host to allocate advertisement space accordingly. | 08-20-2009 |
Yagil Engel US
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20140052431 | SUPPORTING PROACTIVE DECISION-MAKING IN EVENT-DRIVEN APPLICATIONS - A computerized method of adapting an event management framework comprising providing an event processing network (EPN) which models processing of a plurality of incoming events by the event management framework, providing at least one goal specifying a target value of at least one measurable attribute of the event management framework, performing a plurality of simulations on the EPN, each simulation of the processing of the plurality of incoming events according to a different set of a plurality of control values defining a behavioral pattern of at least one event processing agent of the EPN, selecting a control values set from the plurality of control values sets according to a match between an outcome of the plurality of simulations and the at least one target value, and adapting the event management framework according to the selected control values set. | 02-20-2014 |