Hatton, US
Andrew Hatton, Wilmington, DE US
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20140244448 | System and Method for Mapping Financial Data - Mapping financial data comprises receiving a first set of financial data from internal reporting systems. The first set of financial data is loaded into a database having high-level design segmentation. The first set of financial data is associated with a high-level segment of profitability. An input associated with the high-level segment of profitability is received in a graphical user interface. A second set of financial data is extracted from the first set of financial data according to the high-level segment of profitability received in the graphical user interface. A third set of financial data is extracted from a plurality of business units. A baseline forecast is calculated according to the second set of financial data and at least a portion of the third set of financial data. The baseline forecast is presented in the graphical user interface to determine the profitability of a new card account. | 08-28-2014 |
Angela Hatton, Brookings, SD US
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20130298053 | SCOREBOARD MODELING - Various embodiments illustrated and described herein include at least one of systems, methods, and software to generate one or both of scoreboard illustrations and functional and renderable scoreboard animation via scoreboard modeling. The various embodiments illustrated and described herein may operate on single, stand-alone computing devices, as network or “cloud”-based solutions accessible via a network such as the Internet, or a mixture of both. | 11-07-2013 |
Benjamin Hatton, Cambridge, MA US
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20110077172 | ASSEMBLY AND DEPOSITION OF MATERIALS USING A SUPERHYDROPHOBIC SURFACE STRUCTURE - Fluidics-induced localized deposition and assembly of materials using a superhydrophobic surface structure is described. A method of localized deposition of a material includes contacting a superhydrophobic substrate comprising raised surface structures with a non-wetting fluid comprising a material to be locally deposited or a precursor thereto, said surface and said fluid selected such that the fluid wets only an upper portion of the raised surface structure; and allowing the material to deposit at the tips of the surface structure. | 03-31-2011 |
20110312080 | POROUS FILMS BY A TEMPLATING CO-ASSEMBLY PROCESS - A method of making a composite includes providing a particle suspension comprising colloidal particles ( | 12-22-2011 |
20130059113 | Structures For Preventing Microorganism Attachment - Methods of making and using substrates having raised structures to inhibit adhesion of microorganisms are described. | 03-07-2013 |
20130227972 | PATTERNED SUPERHYDROPHOBIC SURFACES TO REDUCE ICE FORMATION, ADHESION, AND ACCRETION - A method for reducing ice formation. The method involves using a substrate that has a patterned hydrophobic surface including raised structures. Also disclosed is a substrate having a hydrophobic surface including raised structures that form compartments or grooves having a surface free of angles that are less than or equal to 90°. | 09-05-2013 |
20130236641 | LOW-TEMPERATURE SYNTHESIS OF SILICA - An ambient pressure Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technique to grow uniform silica layers onto organic substrates at low temperatures, including room temperature, is described. For example, tetramethoxysilane vapor is used alternately with ammonia vapor as a catalyst in an ambient environment. | 09-12-2013 |
20140017145 | MANIPULATION OF FLUIDS IN THREE-DIMENSIONAL POROUS PHOTONIC STRUCTURES WITH PATTERNED SURFACE PROPERTIES - A three-dimensional porous photonic structure, whose internal pore surfaces can be provided with desired surface properties in a spatially selective manner with arbitrary patterns, and methods for making the same are described. When exposed to a fluid (e.g., via immersion or wicking), the fluid can selectively penetrate the regions of the structure with compatible surface properties. Broad applications, for example in security, encryption and document authentication, as well as in areas such as simple microfluidics and diagnostics, are anticipated. | 01-16-2014 |
20140187666 | SLIPPERY LIQUID-INFUSED POROUS SURFACES AND BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS THEREOF - A self-healing, scratch resistant slippery surface that is manufactured by wicking a chemically-inert, high-density liquid coating over a roughened solid surface featuring micro and nanoscale topographies is described. Such a slippery surface shows anti-wetting properties, as well as exhibits significant reduction of adhesion of a broad range of biological materials, including particles in suspension or solution. Specifically, the slippery surfaces can be applied to medical devices and equipment to effectively repel biological materials such as blood, and prevent, reduce, or delay coagulation and surface-mediated clot formation. Moreover, the slippery surfaces can be used to prevent fouling by microorganisms such as bacteria. | 07-03-2014 |
Christopher Hatton, Athens, GA US
Cole Hatton, San Francisco, CA US
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20150208729 | VAPORIZATION DEVICE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Provided herein are systems and methods to generate an inhalable vapor in an electronic vaporization device. The vaporization device may generate a vapor with one or more defined characteristics. In some cases, the vapor may have a predetermined aerosol number density and/or a predetermined average aerosol diameter. The vaporization device may generate a vapor from a vaporizable material. In some cases, the vaporizable material may be a liquid material housed in a cartridge. The vaporization device may comprise a rechargeable power storage device. | 07-30-2015 |
David Hatton, Surprise, AZ US
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20150105465 | Antiseptic compositions, methods and systems - Antiseptic compositions comprising at least one salt of EDTA are disclosed. These compositions have broad spectrum antimicrobial and antifungal activity and they also have anticoagulant properties. The antiseptic compositions have also demonstrated activity in penetrating and breaking down microbial slime, or biofilms. They are safe for human and medical uses and may be used as prophylactic preparations to prevent infection, or to reduce the proliferation of and/or eliminate existing or established infections. | 04-16-2015 |
David Hatton, Ada, OK US
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20150364003 | Apparatus, System and Method For Utilizing a Secondary Controller For Multiple Game Play and Tracking Credits - An improved apparatus, system and method for presenting multiple systems, games, and/or services on a common Player Interface, for example, any component or components of a gaming system, including an electronic or technologic aid—including, but not limited to terminals, player stations, handhelds, fixed units, etc.—that directly enables player interaction in a game, and create, monitor, translate, record, and communicate data such as accounting information, player transactions, etc. | 12-17-2015 |
David Hatton, Port Orchard, WA US
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20140024719 | Antiseptic compositions, methods and systems - Antiseptic compositions comprising at least one salt of EDTA are disclosed. These compositions have broad spectrum antimicrobial and antifungal activity and they also have anticoagulant properties. The antiseptic compositions have also demonstrated activity in penetrating and breaking down microbial slime, or biofilms. They are safe for human and medical uses and may be used as prophylactic preparations to prevent infection, or to reduce the proliferation of and/or eliminate existing or established infections. | 01-23-2014 |
20140194518 | Antiseptic compositions, methods and systems - Antiseptic compositions comprising at least one salt of EDTA are disclosed. These compositions have broad spectrum antimicrobial and antifungal activity and they also have anticoagulant properties. The antiseptic compositions have also demonstrated activity in penetrating and breaking down microbial slime, or biofilms. They are safe for human and medical uses and may be used as prophylactic preparations to prevent infection, or to reduce the proliferation of and/or eliminate existing or established infections. | 07-10-2014 |
20140194519 | Antiseptic compositions, methods and systems - Antiseptic compositions comprising at least one salt of EDTA are disclosed. These compositions have broad spectrum antimicrobial and antifungal activity and they also have anticoagulant properties. The antiseptic compositions have also demonstrated activity in penetrating and breaking down microbial slime, or biofilms. They are safe for human and medical uses and may be used as prophylactic preparations to prevent infection, or to reduce the proliferation of and/or eliminate existing or established infections. | 07-10-2014 |
David Hatton, Seattle, WA US
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20100316529 | Anti-Microbial Systems and Methods - An antimicrobial system. When generally formulated to disinfect a catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 10 and 200 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. When formulated as a treatment solution for treating an infected catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 5 and 80 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. When formulated as a prophylactic substance for inhibiting infection of a catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 5 and 40 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. | 12-16-2010 |
20120189493 | ANTI-MICROBIAL SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An antimicrobial system. When generally formulated to disinfect a catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 10 and 200 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. When formulated as a treatment solution for treating an infected catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 5 and 80 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. When formulated as a prophylactic substance for inhibiting infection of a catheter, the antimicrobial substance comprises water and between approximately 5 and 40 mg of tetrasodium EDTA for each milliliter of water. | 07-26-2012 |
David Anthony Hatton, Berkley, MI US
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20110098016 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EMERGENCY CALL PLACEMENT - A vehicle communication system includes a computer processor in communication with persistent and non-persistent memory, at least a portion of one memory storing vehicle emergency event data. The system also includes a local wireless transceiver in communication with the computer processor and configured to communicate wirelessly with a cellular telephone located in proximity to the vehicle. Upon detection of an emergency event, the computer processor may initiate a connection to an emergency communication system. The processor may also send spoken communication to the emergency communication system and present a plurality of spoken options to an emergency operator. The processor may detect the selection of an option, and, in response to the selection of an option, output the vehicle emergency event data corresponding to the selected option. | 04-28-2011 |
20110201302 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EMERGENCY CALL ARBITRATION - A method of call arbitration includes connecting a vehicle computing system to a remote phone system. The vehicle computing system is used to transmit a pre-recorded or dynamically generated message to the remote phone system. The vehicle computing system also receives an outgoing message spoken in the vehicle to the remote phone system. The pre-recorded or dynamically generated message and the outgoing message are combined into a first signal for relay to the remote phone system as a single message. The vehicle computing system receives an incoming spoken message from the remote phone system. Finally, the received incoming message and the pre-recorded or dynamically generated message are combined into a second signal for playback as a single message through a vehicle audio system. | 08-18-2011 |
20110202233 | AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY CALL LANGUAGE PROVISIONING - A method of language provisioning includes receiving a language designation as part of a packet sent from a communication point. The method also includes setting a local language emergency database (LLED) as a basis for a spoken language when placing emergency calls. According to this method, if an emergency call is originated by a vehicle computing system, outgoing communication from the vehicle computing system is performed at least substantially based on words and/or phrases stored in the LLED. | 08-18-2011 |
20110230159 | System and Method for Automatic Storage and Retrieval of Emergency Information - A vehicle communication system includes a computer processor in communication with a memory circuit, a transceiver in communication with the processor and operable to communicate with one or more wireless devices, and one or more storage locations storing one or more pieces of emergency contact information. In this illustrative system, the processor is operable to establish communication with a first wireless device through the transceiver. Upon detection of an emergency event by at least one vehicle based sensor system, the vehicle communication system is operable to contact an emergency operator. The vehicle communication system is further operable to display one or more of the one or more pieces of emergency contact information in a selectable manner. Upon selection of one of the one or more pieces of emergency contact information, the vehicle computing system places a call to a phone number associated with the selected emergency contact. | 09-22-2011 |
20120028599 | EMERGENCY ALERT NOTIFICATION AND RESPONSE - Various embodiments include communicating emergency information to a vehicle. A computer may receive one or more emergency notifications issued by a government agency. Additionally, a geographic location of a vehicle may be determined based on GPS data. At least one emergency notification may be selected based on the geographic location of the vehicle and a geographic attribute of the emergency notifications. The selected emergency notifications may be output so that the notification may be presented to a vehicle occupant. In some embodiments, the notification may be output depending on the direction that the vehicle is travelling. | 02-02-2012 |
20120119936 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSMITTING VEHICLE INFORMATION TO AN OCCUPANT COMMUNICATION DEVICE - In at least one embodiment, an apparatus for transmitting vehicle information to an occupant communication device (OCD) is provided. The system comprises a communication module positioned within the vehicle. The communication device is configured to receive a transmission status signal indicative of a transmission mode for the vehicle. The communication device is further configured to transmit the transmission status signal over a wireless protocol to the OCD such that the OCD is disabled from being controlled by switches positioned thereon if the transmission mode enables movement of the vehicle. | 05-17-2012 |
20120122525 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PRIVACY MODE OPERATION IN A VEHICLE - In at least one embodiment an apparatus that includes a communication module is provided. the communication module is configured to enable a driver to control the operation of a portable occupant communication device (OCD) in a hands free mode and to transmit a first command to the portable OCD to disable the hands free mode and to activate a privacy mode for enabling the driver to control the OCD via switches positioned on the OCD. The communication module is further configured to receive a driver performance signal that is indicative of the driver's performance while the privacy mode is active and to transmit a second command to the portable OCD to deactivate the privacy mode and to reactivate the hands free mode based on the driver performance signal. | 05-17-2012 |
20120190324 | Automatic Emergency Call Language Provisioning - A computer-implemented method includes receiving coordinates, at a vehicle associated computing system (VACS), corresponding to a vehicle's location. The method also includes using the VACS to compare the coordinates to a predetermined set of geographic borders, wherein the geographic borders determine at least language boundaries. The method further includes using the VACS to determine a local language based at least in part on the coordinate comparison. The method additionally includes using the VACS to transmit an emergency message in at least the determined local language. | 07-26-2012 |
20120215534 | System and Method for Automatic Storage and Retrieval of Emergency Information - A vehicle communication system includes a computer processor in communication with a memory circuit, a transceiver in communication with the processor and operable to communicate with one or more wireless devices, and one or more storage locations storing one or more pieces of emergency contact information. In this illustrative system, the processor is operable to establish communication with a first wireless device through the transceiver. Upon detection of an emergency event by at least one vehicle based sensor system, the vehicle communication system is operable to contact an emergency operator. The vehicle communication system is further operable to display one or more of the one or more pieces of emergency contact information in a selectable manner. Upon selection of one of the one or more pieces of emergency contact information, the vehicle computing system places a call to a phone number associated with the selected emergency contact. | 08-23-2012 |
20120220258 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EMERGENCY CALL PLACEMENT - An emergency response system includes a restraint control module (RCM), a global positioning system module (GPSM), at least one output, at least one input, an SPDJB, and a vehicle associated computing system (VACS) in communication with the RCM, the GPSM, the at least one output, the at least one input and the SPDJB. Upon detection of an emergency event, the RCM requests that the VACS place an emergency call. Upon receiving a request from the RCM, the VACS queries the GPSM to obtain vehicle coordinates, informs the occupant of the onset of the call, and instructs a wireless device in communication with the VACS to place an emergency call. The VACS is operable to determine when an emergency call is connected. Once the emergency call is connected, the VACS relays a message indicating connection to the RCM, and contacts the SPDJB to contacts the Smart Power Distribution Junction Box (SPDJB). | 08-30-2012 |
20120221169 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CELL PHONE RESTRICTION - In at least one embodiment, a vehicle system comprising a vehicle communication module is provided. The vehicle communication module is configured to receive first global positioning system (GPS) data indicative of a location of a vehicle and to receive a first signal indicative of the vehicle being in a drive state. The vehicle communication module is further configured to transmit the first GPS data to an occupant communication device (OCD) in response to the first signal to restrict at least a portion of the operation of the OCD and to reduce power consumption of the OCD. | 08-30-2012 |
20120252400 | Method and System for Emergency Call Placement - An emergency response system includes a restraint control module (RCM), a global positioning system module (GPSM), at least one output, at least one input, an SPDJB, and a vehicle associated computing system (VACS) in communication with the RCM, the GPSM, the at least one output, the at least one input and the SPDJB. Upon detection of an emergency event, the RCM requests that the VACS place an emergency call. Upon receiving a request from the RCM, the VACS queries the GPSM to obtain vehicle coordinates, informs the occupant of the onset of the call, and instructs a wireless device in communication with the VACS to place an emergency call. The VACS is operable to determine when an emergency call is connected. Once the emergency call is connected, the VACS relays a message indicating connection to the RCM, and contacts the SPDJB to contacts the Smart Power Distribution Junction Box (SPDJB). | 10-04-2012 |
20120289215 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY ENABLING A CAR MODE IN A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE - In one embodiment, a system for transmitting information to a personal communication device (PCD) is provided. The system includes a communication module for being positioned in a vehicle. The communication module is configured to generate a vehicle status signal indicative of the vehicle being in a moving state and to generate a device name signal indicative of an identity of the communication module in the vehicle. The communication module is further configured to transmit the vehicle status signal and the device name signal to the PCD for limiting the operation of the PCD. | 11-15-2012 |
20120310445 | Methods and Apparatus for Wireless Device Application Having Vehicle Interaction - A computer-implemented remote starting method includes instructing the remote start of a vehicle using a wireless device. The method also includes inputting, to the wireless device, a desired vehicle interior temperature. The method further includes sending a remote start instruction to a vehicle from the wireless device, including at least the desired temperature and monitoring a current temperature of the vehicle. The method additionally includes outputting, on the wireless device, the current vehicle temperature. | 12-06-2012 |
20130225111 | Method and Apparatus for Roadside Assistance Facilitation - A roadside assistance system includes a vehicle computing system (VCS), an intermediate system, operable to communicate with the VCS and at least one backend system, and a backend roadside assistance processing system, operable to receive data from the intermediate system and operable to receive calls from the VCS. The VCS is operable to establish communication with the intermediate system. The VCS is further operable to transfer data to the intermediate system, to place a call to the backend roadside assistance processing system, and to relay at least a MIN to the backend roadside assistance processing system. The intermediate system is operable to process transferred data and relay data to the backend roadside system. The backend roadside system is operable to compare the MIN relayed from the VCS with data received from the intermediate system to formulate a dispatch order and to dispatch roadside assistance in accordance with the dispatch order. | 08-29-2013 |
20130237174 | Vehicle Key Fob with Emergency Assistant Service - The illustrative embodiment contains a key fob configured to communicate wirelessly with a vehicle and a communication network. The key fob further includes, a first transceiver configured to communicate data to the vehicle to allow access and operation of the vehicle and to receive data indicating that an emergency event has been detected at the vehicle. The key fob also includes a second transceiver configured to access a telecommunications network. Additionally, the key fob contains a circuit configured to cause the second transmitter to automatically dial a 911 operator in the event the data received by the transceiver indicates that an emergency event has been detected at the vehicle. | 09-12-2013 |
20130267193 | Automatic Emergency Call Language Provisioning - A computer-implemented method includes receiving coordinates, at a vehicle associated computing system (VACS), corresponding to a vehicle's location. The method also includes using the VACS to compare the coordinates to a predetermined set of geographic borders, wherein the geographic borders determine at least language boundaries. The method further includes using the VACS to determine a local language based at least in part on the coordinate comparison. The method additionally includes using the VACS to transmit an emergency message in at least the determined local language. | 10-10-2013 |
20140098008 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE ENABLED VISUAL AUGMENTATION - A vehicle computing system includes a processor configured to communicate with a driver wearable display. The vehicle computing system may communicate and receive data from one or more subsystems within the vehicle. Once the data has been received, the vehicle computing system may analyze and prepare the data to be transmitted as a graphical message to the driver wearable display unit. The graphical message displayed to the driver may include, but is not limited to, navigation instructions, mobile device information, and vehicle instrument data. The displayed message to the driver is formatted to appear so as not to significantly interfere with a driver's road-view and may overlay on real world objects. | 04-10-2014 |
20140111357 | Method and Apparatus for Alarm Control - A system includes a processor in communication with a vehicle computing system (VCS) and a remote target. The processor is configured to receive an alarm message from the VCS, including GPS coordinates. The processor is further configured to interpret the alarm message to retrieve at least the GPS coordinates. The processor is also configured to perform reverse geocoding on the GPS coordinates to associate an address with the GPS coordinates. Also, the processor is configured to package the address in a new alarm message. Finally, the processor is configured to send the new alarm message to the remote destination target | 04-24-2014 |
20140206308 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSMITTING DATA USING AUTOMATED VOICE WHEN DATA TRANSMISSION FAILS DURING AN EMERGENCY CALL - A vehicle communication system enables one or more processors to receive indication that an emergency event has taken place from an emergency detection sensor position throughout the vehicle. An emergency condition detection signal may be automatically sent by a detection sensor, or manually sent by a vehicle occupant pushing an emergency assistance button. The processor may receive vehicle parameter data indicating one or more vehicle parameters including, but not limited to, vehicle global position coordinates. The processor may transmit a communication to an emergency response center that an emergency has been indicated at the vehicle. The vehicle parameter data may be transmitted to the emergency response center using a data transmission signal. If the data transmission signal has failed transmission after several attempts, the processor may convert at least a portion of the vehicle parameter data to speech signals and communicate the speech signals to the emergency response center. | 07-24-2014 |
20140266810 | Method and Apparatus for Extra-Vehicular Emergency Updates Following an Accident - A system includes a processor configured to receive instructions from a vehicle computing system (VCS) to being reporting a mobile device location. The processor is also configured to access a list of emergency contacts. Further, the processor is configured to determine that a mobile device has left a predetermined perimeter around a last known vehicle location. The processor is additionally configured to periodically report mobile device GPS coordinates to members of the emergency contacts list, until the mobile device reaches a destination | 09-18-2014 |
20140277837 | KEY FOB SECURITY COPY TO A MOBILE PHONE - A mobile device enabling one or more processors to receive vehicle key security codes from a vehicle key. The mobile device may receive a signal from a transmitter associated with a vehicle key, the signal being indicative of one or more security codes associated with the vehicle key. The mobile device may store the one or more security codes in memory and configure a mobile device application to implement one or more vehicle control functions using the security codes. The mobile device may wirelessly transmit commands for implementing the one or more vehicle control functions using the security codes to a vehicle associated with the key. The wireless transmission of commands may include short range wireless communication. | 09-18-2014 |
20140280439 | Method and Apparatus for Seamless Application Portability Over Multiple Environments - A system includes a processor configured to receive data, gathered by a vehicle, for use by a mobile application. The processor is further configured to receive instructions from the application interacting with the vehicle, for continuing usage in the extra-vehicular environment, utilizing the received data. Also, the processor is configured to determine that a mobile device, containing the processor, has left the vehicle. Additionally, the processor is configured to execute the instructions to continue application functionality while the mobile device remains out of contact with the vehicle in the extra-vehicular environment. | 09-18-2014 |
20140370839 | Method and System for Emergency Call Arbitration - A method of call arbitration includes connecting a vehicle computing system to a remote phone system. The vehicle computing system is used to transmit a pre-recorded or dynamically generated message to the remote phone system. The vehicle computing system also receives an outgoing message spoken in the vehicle to the remote phone system. The pre-recorded or dynamically generated message and the outgoing message are combined into a first signal for relay to the remote phone system as a single message. The vehicle computing system receives an incoming spoken message from the remote phone system. Finally, the received incoming message and the pre-recorded or dynamically generated message are combined into a second signal for playback as a single message through a vehicle audio system. | 12-18-2014 |
20150123822 | Method and Apparatus for Extra-Vehicular Emergency Updates Following an Accident - A system includes a processor configured to receive instructions from a vehicle computing system (VCS) to being reporting a mobile device location. The processor is also configured to access a list of emergency contacts. Further, the processor is configured to determine that a mobile device has left a predetermined perimeter around a last known vehicle location. The processor is additionally configured to periodically report mobile device GPS coordinates to members of the emergency contacts list, until the mobile device reaches a destination | 05-07-2015 |
20150175127 | KEY FOB SECURITY COPY TO A MOBILE PHONE - A vehicle computing system configured to program a mobile device as a key fob. The vehicle computing system includes a processor and a user interface. The user interface is configured to receive input from a user. The processor is configured to detect a valid key fob configured to control one or more vehicle control functions. The processor may transmit vehicle security codes for programming a connected mobile device to implement the one or more vehicle control functions based on a request to create a mobile device key fob via the user interface and a detected valid key fob. Once programmed, the mobile device may implement one or more vehicle control functions on the mobile device when the valid key fob is not present. | 06-25-2015 |
20150243159 | Method and Apparatus for Extra-Vehicular Emergency Updates Following an Accident - A system includes a processor configured to receive instructions from a vehicle computing system (VCS) to being reporting a mobile device location. The processor is also configured to access a list of emergency contacts. Further, the processor is configured to determine that a mobile device has left a predetermined perimeter around a last known vehicle location. The processor is additionally configured to periodically report mobile device GPS coordinates to members of the emergency contacts list, until the mobile device reaches a destination | 08-27-2015 |
20150245190 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSMITTING VEHICLE DATA USING AN AUTOMATED VOICE - A vehicle communication system includes one or more processors configured to output a computer generated speech signal for at least a portion of vehicle parameter data based on at least one condition detection signal. The one or more processors are further configured to output the speech signal to a call center over a voice channel via a wireless communication. The one or more processors are further configured to receive a geographic location of a vehicle so that the speech signal is in a selected language based on a language associated with the geographic location of the vehicle. | 08-27-2015 |
20150341440 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LAUNCHING AN APPLICATION - A vehicle computing system having at least one controller communicating with a transceiver. The at least one controller programed to configure a wireless signal having a first application identifier for a first application to be launched at a nomadic device. The at least one controller further programed to broadcast the wireless signal including the first application identifier via the transceiver. | 11-26-2015 |
20150341744 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LAUNCHING AN APPLICATION - A mobile device comprising at least one controller in communication with one or more transceivers. The one or more transceivers are capable of communication with a vehicle computing system. The at least one controller configured to establish a communication link with the vehicle computing system. The controller further configured to receive a signal having an unique user identification from the vehicle computing system. The controller further configured to search for a mobile application based on the signal and enable the mobile application that matches the unique user identifier. The controller further configured to launch the mobile application. | 11-26-2015 |
20150341766 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LAUNCHING AN APPLICATION - A computer-program product embodied in a non-transitory computer read-able medium that is programmed for communicating accident data to a vehicle computing system (VCS) and at least one server. The computer-program product may comprise instructions for receiving a broadcast notification via short-range wireless communication from the VCS. The computer-program product may comprise further instructions for searching for a mobile application based on the broadcast notification. The computer-program product may comprise further instructions for enabling the mobile application matches with the broadcast notification. The computer-program product may comprise further instructions for transmitting a communication link to the VCS based on the broadcast notification. The computer-program product may comprise further instructions for receiving an accident notification from the VCS and communicating the accident notification to the server. | 11-26-2015 |
20150341767 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LAUNCHING AN APPLICATION - A mobile device comprising at least one controller in communication with one or more transceivers. The one or more transceivers are capable of communication with a vehicle computing system (VCS) and a server. The at least one controller configured to establish a communication link with the server based on an accident notification received from the VCS. The controller further configured to receive a push notification from the server. The controller further configured to search for a mobile application based on the push notification and enable the mobile application that matches the push notification. The controller further configured to communicate a post-crash message to a predefined contact via the mobile application. | 11-26-2015 |
20150362997 | VEHICLE COMPUTING SYSTEM IN COMMUNICATION WITH A WEARABLE DEVICE - A vehicle computing system comprising at least one controller configured to communicate with a wearable device. The at least one controller may be configured to receive data defining a first gesture made using the wearable wireless device. The controller may be further configured to determine a first predefined command, for controlling a vehicle system, previously stored in association with the first gesture. The controller may be further configured to control the vehicle system in accordance with the first predefined command. | 12-17-2015 |
David L. Hatton, Houston, TX US
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20110030395 | INLET AIR FLOW GUIDE FOR ACDX FAN COIL - An inlet air flow guide for a condensing unit of an air cooled direct expansion (ACDX) air conditioning unit. The flow guide has a panel having at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. A condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit has a refrigerant cooling coil disposed in an opening, and the inlet air flow guide defines a plenum to provide an air flow passage to the opening from one side thereof. According to a method, the inlet air flow guide is installed onto the condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit, wherein a panel of the flow guide has at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. | 02-10-2011 |
20120273166 | INLET AIR FLOW GUIDE FOR ACDX FAN COIL - An inlet air flow guide for a condensing unit of an air cooled direct expansion (ACDX) air conditioning unit. The flow guide has a panel having at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. A condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit has a refrigerant cooling coil disposed in an opening, and the inlet air flow guide defines a plenum to provide an air flow passage to the opening from one side thereof. According to a method, the inlet air flow guide is installed onto the condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit, wherein a panel of the flow guide has at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. | 11-01-2012 |
20140048231 | INLET AIR FLOW GUIDE FOR ACDX FAN COIL - An inlet air flow guide for a condensing unit of an air cooled direct expansion (ACDX) air conditioning unit. The flow guide has a panel having at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. A condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit has a refrigerant cooling coil disposed in an opening, and the inlet air flow guide defines a plenum to provide an air flow passage to the opening from one side thereof. According to a method, the inlet air flow guide is installed onto the condensing unit of an ACDX air conditioning unit, wherein a panel of the flow guide has at least a portion spaced from a surface of the condensing unit to define a plenum for cooling air to enter the condensing unit from one side. | 02-20-2014 |
Erik W. Hatton, Atkinson, NH US
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Gregory Hatton, Houston, TX US
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20140137976 | Superhydrophobic Compositions And Coating Process For The Internal Surface Of Tubular Structures - A method for depositing a coating includes creating a vacuum within an interior volume of a tubular structure, wherein the tubular structure also includes an internal surface. Gas is supplied to the interior volume of the tubular structure, wherein the gas includes a plasma precursor in the gas phase. The tubular structure is biased relative to ground. Plasma having a density is formed and cyclically positioned along the length of the tubular structure. Positive ions of the plasma precursor gas are generated and are deposited on the internal surface forming a coating on the internal surface, wherein the coating exhibits a water contact angle of greater than 120°. | 05-22-2014 |
Gregory J. Hatton, Houston, TX US
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20150337170 | Superhydrophobic Compositions And Coating Process For The Internal Surface Of Tubular Structures - A method for depositing a coating includes creating a vacuum within an interior volume of a tubular structure, wherein the tubular structure also includes an internal surface. Gas is supplied to the interior volume of the tubular structure, wherein the gas includes a plasma precursor in the gas phase. The tubular structure is biased relative to ground. Plasma having a density is formed and cyclically positioned along the length of the tubular structure. Positive ions of the plasma precursor gas are generated and are deposited on the internal surface forming a coating on the internal surface, wherein the coating exhibits a water contact angle of greater than 120°. | 11-26-2015 |
Gregory John Hatton, Houston, TX US
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20090020288 | Method and Apparatus for a Cold Flow Subsea Hydrocarbon Production System - A system for assuring subsea hydrocarbon production flow in pipelines by chilling the hydrocarbon production flow in a heat exchanger and causing solids to form, periodically removing deposits and placing them in a slurry utilizing a closed loop pig launching and receiving systems. | 01-22-2009 |
20110290498 | SUBSEA PRODUCTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A subsea production system, comprising a plurality of wells located on a sea floor, the wells producing a fluid comprising hydrocarbons; a cold flow center on the sea floor, the cold flow center fluidly connected to the plurality of wells; and a production facility on land or on a floating structure, the production facility fluidly connected to the cold flow center; wherein the cold flow center lowers a temperature of the fluid and produces a slurry of the fluid and suspended solids for transportation to the production facility. | 12-01-2011 |
20130025632 | SLURRY GENERATION - A system for maintaining production flow in a subsea pipeline having a proximate and a distal end, the pipeline being in fluid communication with a production facility on a distal end, the system comprising a flow loop comprising an inlet in fluid communication with at least one subsea well adapted to receive a hydrocarbon production flow, and an outlet in fluid communication with the proximate end of the pipeline; a pig launching system, adapted so that a pig may be selectively placed into the flow loop inlet; and a pig receiving system, adapted so that a pig may be removed from the hydrocarbon production flow from the flow loop outlet; wherein the flow loop has an inner surface roughness less than about 1000 micro-inches. | 01-31-2013 |
20130087207 | PIPE TRANSPORT SYSTEM WITH HYDROPHOBIC WALL - A pipe system comprising a pipe comprising an exterior of the system, the pipe comprising an inner pipe wall; a hydrophobic layer interior to the inner pipe wall; and a liquid interior to the hydrophobic layer and interior to the inner pipe wall, the liquid comprising water and one or more hydrocarbons. | 04-11-2013 |
20130098798 | PIPE TRANSPORT SYSTEM - A non-stick apparatus, comprising a fluid-solids stream storage or conveyance article comprising a first material; a coating on an internal surface of the article comprising a second material; wherein the second material comprises a reduced adhesion strength with a wax deposit of less than 30% of a first material adhesion strength with a wax deposit. | 04-25-2013 |
20130213490 | HYDRATE DEPOSIT INHIBITION WITH SURFACE-CHEMICAL COMBINATION - A system for producing and transporting crude oil, comprising a well for producing the crude oil; a processing facility for processing the crude oil; and a pipeline traversing at least a portion of the distance between the well and the processing facility, wherein at least a portion of the pipeline travels through an atmosphere having a temperature less than 20° C., wherein the pipeline comprises a coating on an inner surface of the pipeline, and wherein the crude oil comprises a surfactant additive. | 08-22-2013 |
20130220438 | METHOD AND APPARATUS TO REMOVE DEPOSITS - A method of producing and transporting crude oil, comprising extracting crude oil from a well; placing the crude oil in a pipeline to transport the crude oil away from the well, wherein at least a portion of the pipeline travels through an atmosphere having an ambient temperature less than 20° C.; and transporting the crude oil for a first time period at a low flow rate so that a precipitate forms on an inner wall of the pipeline; and transporting the crude oil for a second time period at a high flow rate so that the precipitate is cleared from the inner wall of the pipeline. | 08-29-2013 |
Heather Hatton, Wilmington, NC US
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20110051874 | IRRADIATION TARGET RETENTION ASSEMBLIES FOR ISOTOPE DELIVERY SYSTEMS - Example embodiments are directed to methods of producing desired isotopes in commercial nuclear reactors and associated apparatuses using instrumentation tubes conventionally found in nuclear reactor vessels to expose irradiation targets to neutron flux found in the operating nuclear reactor. Example embodiments include assemblies for retention and producing radioisotopes in nuclear reactors and instrumentation tubes thereof. Example embodiments include one or more retention assemblies that contain one or more irradiation targets and are useable with example delivery systems that permit delivery of irradiation targets. Example embodiments may be sized, shaped, fabricated, and otherwise configured to successfully move through example delivery systems and conventional instrumentation tubes while containing irradiation targets and desired isotopes produced therefrom. | 03-03-2011 |
20110051875 | CABLE DRIVEN ISOTOPE DELIVERY SYSTEM - Provided is an isotope delivery system and a method for irradiating a target and delivering the target to an extraction point. The isotope delivery system may include a cable including at least one target for irradiation, a drive system configured for moving the cable, and a first guide configured to guide the cable for insertion and extraction from a nuclear reactor. The method for irradiating a target and delivering a target may include pushing a cable with an attached target through a first guide and into a nuclear reactor using a drive system, irradiating the target in the nuclear reactor, pulling the cable with the attached irradiated target towards the drive system, pushing the cable with the irradiated target towards a loading/unloading area using the drive system, and placing the irradiated target into a transfer cask, wherein the cable is pulled and pushed by the drive system. | 03-03-2011 |
20130336436 | Method of Producing Isotopes In A Nuclear Reactor With An Irradiation Target Retention System - Example embodiments are directed to methods of producing desired isotopes in commercial nuclear reactors using instrumentation tubes conventionally found in nuclear reactor vessels to expose irradiation targets to neutron flux found in the operating nuclear reactor. Example embodiments include assemblies for retention and producing radioisotopes in nuclear reactors and instrumentation tubes thereof. Example embodiments include one or more retention assemblies that contain one or more irradiation targets and are useable with example delivery systems that permit delivery of irradiation targets. Example embodiments may be sized, shaped, fabricated, and otherwise configured to successfully move through example delivery systems and conventional instrumentation tubes while containing irradiation targets and desired isotopes produced therefrom. | 12-19-2013 |
Heather J. Hatton, Wilmington, NC US
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20110216868 | IRRADIATION TARGET POSITIONING DEVICES AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - Example embodiments and methods are directed to irradiation target positioning devices and systems that are configurable to permit accurate irradiation of irradiation targets and accurate production of daughter products, including isotopes and radioisotopes, therefrom. These include irradiation target plates having precise loading positions for irradiation targets, where the targets may be maintained in a radiation field. These further include a target plate holder for retaining and positioning the target plates and irradiation targets therein in the radiation field. Example embodiments include materials with known absorption cross-sections for the radiation field to further permit precise, desired levels of exposure in the irradiation targets. Example methods configure irradiation target retention systems to provide for desired amounts of irradiation and daughter product production. | 09-08-2011 |
James Hatton, Odessa, FL US
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20110295905 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TRACKING WORK IN A MULTI-TENANT DATABASE ENVIRONMENT - A system and method for tracking work in a database environment. In one embodiment, a method includes generating a plurality of work records, where each work record is associated with code that is submitted for integration into a software application. The method further includes receiving a first indication that designates a first work record of the plurality of work records as a parent work record, and receiving a second indication that designates a second work record of the plurality of work records as a child work record, where the second work record is a child of the first work record. | 12-01-2011 |
20120011406 | TECHNIQUES FOR DISTRIBUTING INFORMATION IN A COMPUTER NETWORK RELATED TO A SOFTWARE ANOMALY - The present invention is directed to methods and systems of distributing information in a computer network related to a report a software anomaly that includes receiving information concerning the reported software anomaly (RSA); identifying a problematic functional characteristic included in the RSA; ascertaining from a plurality of computer-readable addresses a sub-group of the computer-readable addresses that correspond to parties with information corresponding to the problematic functional characteristic; storing on the computer network an investigation record having associated therewith data corresponding to the RSA; and transmitting to the sub-group a message perceivable by the parties indicating a location on the computer network of the investigation record. | 01-12-2012 |
20120041886 | INTEGRATING CODE INTO A SOFTWARE APPLICATION - A system and method for receiving code that is submitted for integrating code into a software application. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving information associated with the code; displaying the information associated with the code; verifying the information associated with the code; and if the information associated with the code successfully verifies, generating a stamp associated with the code and with the software application. | 02-16-2012 |
20120215705 | Methods And Systems For Providing An About Me User Interface For An Enterprise Social Network - A method for providing an about me user interface for an enterprise social network including users associated with an entity. The method can include receiving a request for user information. The request can include a name of a user of the enterprise social network. In response to receiving a request, user information can be obtained from one or more databases associated with the enterprise social network. The obtained user information can comprise information previously obtained from the named user and information obtained from one or more external software systems that the named user is currently assigned. The obtained information can be transmitted to a user system associated with a user who requested the user information for display. | 08-23-2012 |
20130055233 | STREAMLINED METHODOLOGY FOR RESOLVING SOFTWARE INTEGRATION CONFLICTS - A computer-based system to integrate code changes for a software application is provided. The system detects when a requested code change for a branch of the software application conflicts with another code change, and generates a blocked change notification corresponding to the detected conflict. The blocked change notification includes a blocked change identifier corresponding to the requested code change. The notification is delivered to a user device, which responds with a conflict resolution response that includes at least one code change file associated with the requested code change, along with an integration annotation that conveys the blocked change identifier and a branch name identifier that identifies the branch of the software application. The system acts upon the integration annotation to integrate the at least one code change file into the branch of the software application. | 02-28-2013 |
20130117224 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR CLONING A CHILD OBJECT WITH A PARENT OBJECT - In accordance with embodiments, there are provided mechanisms and methods for cloning a child object with a parent object. These mechanisms and methods for cloning a child object with a parent object can provide improved functionality of the cloning process. Namely, the cloning of the child record with the cloning of the parent record may prevent the requirement that parent and child records be cloned via separate cloning processes. | 05-09-2013 |
20130124268 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING EXPERTS - Disclosed herein are systems and computer readable storages for identifying experts with particular talents among participants in an online social network. Identification of experts with particular talents identified by talent-labels can take into account multiple factors. One factor that can be applied is self-nomination. Individuals who offer to help others can be expected to offer assistance in areas where they have strong talents. Another factor that can be applied is endorsements by others. A co-worker making an endorsement can be encouraged or required to supply narrative that describes experience with the nominee's actual work. Another factor that can be applied is data mining by semantic analysis or other techniques, taking advantage of access to fielded databases that describe a nominee's work activities. One or more proficiency scores can be derived from these and other factors and used when responding to queries or generally when compiling expertise inventories or talent banks | 05-16-2013 |
James A. Hatton, Liberty, OH US
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20120071847 | Disposable Absorbent Article - A sanitary napkin is disclosed as a form of disposable absorbent article. It has an absorbent core and a hydrophobic topsheet that has an upper side that is to be worn against a user's body. The topsheet is selected from a group of nonwoven topsheets and apertured film topsheets. A trace amount of a fibrous superabsorbent material, in the range of 0.30 and 3.5 grams of superabsorbent material per square meter, is provided in a fibrous matrix in a secondary topsheet that is in intimate contact with the lower side of the topsheet. The fibrous matrix is made by airlaying the superabsorbent material with cellulose and bi-component fiber onto a non-woven carrier. | 03-22-2012 |
James Henry Hatton, Lafayette, CA US
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20100138037 | Vending Store Inventory Management and Reporting System - A data center supporting a network system for vending products to customers and associated vending methods are provided. The network system includes a data center and a plurality of vending stores remotely located from the data center and connected to the data center through a network interface. The vending stores also include an automated dispensing mechanism for immediate dispensing of purchased products to the customers. The data center may include an enterprise resource planning module and the vending stores may contain user interfaces for collecting inventory and maintenance data during stocking and maintenance. | 06-03-2010 |
James Ronald Hatton, Knoxville, IN US
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20140150163 | Fan Assembly for a Hat - A fan assembly for a hat. In some embodiments, the present general inventive concept comprises a fan assembly to position a cooling fan upon the concave surface of the crown of a hat. Generally, the fan is connected by wires or similar means to a power source and controller located on the exterior of the hat. | 06-05-2014 |
Jason Hatton, Essexville, MI US
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20090267011 | Dispensing valve assembly - A dispensing valve assembly is configured to control flow from an associated container or like reservoir, and includes a dispensing valve body configured for connection to the associated container. The valve assembly includes a resiliently deformable valve member, positioned within the valve body, for controlling flow therethrough. Selective opening of the valve member is effected by the provision of a reciprocably movable actuation member, positioned generally within the valve body, which can be actuated to bear against and engage the valve member to move the valve member from its closed configuration to its open configuration. An actuation button, provided on the exterior of the valve body, is engageable with the internal actuation member to permit convenient operation of the valve assembly. | 10-29-2009 |
20140054330 | VALVE-CONTROLLED DISPENSING CLOSURE - The invention relates to a dispensing closure for a container that holds a fluid, which can be tightly fitted into a container neck to ensure liquid-tightness of the container. The dispenser closure includes a plug body arranged to be inserted into the container neck and having a central fluid passage and having a peripheral air passage, a double-valve diaphragm comprising a flexible elastic material and arranged in a recess provided in an upper part of the plug body to cover the fluid passage and the air passage, and a plug cap sealing the double-valve diaphragm within the plug body having one or more slots arranged circularly and axially aligned with the air passage of the plug body and having a central orifice axially aligned with the fluid passage of the plug body. The double-valve diaphragm comprises a first valve section, and a second valve section. | 02-27-2014 |
Jason D. Hatton, Essexville, MI US
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20090256101 | Valve Assembly - The present invention is directed to a pressure-responsive valve assembly which functions in the nature of a check valve to control fluid flow across the assembly. The assembly includes a valve body which defines first and second internal flow passages, and includes a valve seat through which at least one flow port extends for joining the first and second passages in fluid communication with each other. A flexible, resiliently deformable valve member is positioned in operative association with the valve seat, and can be deflected, in response to a sufficient pressure differential, to move out of sealing engagement with the valve seat, to thereby permit fluid flow through the valve assembly. In the preferred embodiment, the valve seat of the valve assembly defines a compound sealing surface, including first and second sealing surfaces, which cooperate with the deflectable valve member to provide enhanced resistance to reverse fluid flow, with one preferred form of the present valve assembly further including a retention projection which cooperates with the valve member to further enhance resistance to reverse fluid flow. | 10-15-2009 |
20100180971 | Apertured flow control element and housing structure therefor | 07-22-2010 |
20100193516 | Dual sealing system for use with a probe - A dual sealing system ( | 08-05-2010 |
20120074345 | VALVE ASSEMBLY - The present invention is directed to a pressure-responsive valve assembly which functions in the nature of a check valve to control fluid flow across the assembly. The assembly includes a valve body which defines first and second internal flow passages, and includes a valve seat through which at least one flow port extends for joining the first and second passages in fluid communication with each other. A flexible, resiliently deformable valve member is positioned in operative association with the valve seat, and can be deflected, in response to a sufficient pressure differential, to move out of sealing engagement with the valve seat, to thereby permit fluid flow through the valve assembly. | 03-29-2012 |
20140209644 | DISPENSING VALVE - A flexible, resilient, slit valve ( | 07-31-2014 |
20150014369 | Dispensing Valve - A slit valve ( | 01-15-2015 |
20150260179 | Fluent Product Dispensing Package and Diaphragm Pump For Use Therein - A diaphragm pump ( | 09-17-2015 |
John F. Hatton, Saint Louis, MO US
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20120073469 | DENTAL REPAIR MATERIAL - The invention is directed to an improved dental composition useful in the repair of cavities, apex repairs, root perforations and root canals. Disclosed is a dental composition and dental composition additive which have improved handling characteristics, for example improved viscosity and setting time. The addition of effective amounts of a modified cellulose and calcium chloride to available dental repair compounds, such as mineral trioxide compound, results in the improved dental composition without affecting the other characteristics of the dental repair compound. | 03-29-2012 |
Michael C. Hatton, Washington, IL US
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20110100653 | SOIL SHAPING AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT - In an embodiment, an agricultural implement includes at least a first row of ground engaging tools, each of the tools spaced a first distance apart from one another, and a second row of ground engaging tools disposed behind the first row of ground engaging tools, each of the second row of ground engaging tools spaced a second distance apart from one another. The implement also includes a row of soil shaping disks disposed behind the second row of ground engaging tools, wherein a spacing between each of the soil shaping disks is not uniform and corresponds to whether the spacing is behind the first row of ground engaging disks or behind the second row of ground engaging disks. | 05-05-2011 |
20120247378 | Fertilizer Applicator With In-Frame Folding Actuator For Folding An Outer Frame Member Relative To An Inner Frame Member - A fertilizer applicator of increased operating width, e.g., sixty (60) or sixty-five (65) feet, has a carrier frame and a pair of wing sections pivotally mounted to opposite ends of the carrier frame. The wing sections include an inner wing member and an outer wing member. Each wing section includes an actuator for folding/unfolding a respective outer wing member relative to a respective inner wing member. The inner wing member includes a frame member defining an elongated cavity, and the actuator is positioned within the elongated cavity. This allows the actuator to effectively fold/unfold the outer wing member relative to the inner wing member without the physical structure of the actuator impeding movement of the outer wing member thereby allowing the outer wing member to pivot upland to a position against the inner wing member. | 10-04-2012 |
Philip Hatton, Portland, OR US
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20130267335 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 10-10-2013 |
20130267336 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 10-10-2013 |
20130267337 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 10-10-2013 |
20130267338 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 10-10-2013 |
20130267339 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 10-10-2013 |
Philip J. Hatton, Portland, OR US
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20100184532 | GOLF CLUB ASSEMBLY AND GOLF CLUB HEAD WITH BAR AND WEIGHTED MEMBER - A golf club head includes a body having a first arm and a second arm extending outwardly therefrom. A bar has a first end connected to a free end of the first arm and a second end connected to a free end of the second arm. A weighted member is positioned along the bar. | 07-22-2010 |
20100323812 | GOLF CLUBS AND GOLF CLUB HEADS - Aspects of this disclosure relate to golf club heads which include a wood type golf club head body with a double wall structure that includes a ball striking face portion, which is configured to be disengaged from a rear portion of the golf club head body. Further aspects relate to a second wall portion which is configured to be disengaged from the golf club head body. Golf clubs including these club heads and methods of making such golf club and golf club heads also are provided. | 12-23-2010 |
20110021283 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - A golf club includes a golf club head having a body, a ball-striking face member and one or more mass members. The body extends from a shaft-attachment structure. The ball-striking face member is located on a front surface of the body. The body is configured to releasably accommodate a first mass member in a first region on its back surface and a second mass member in a second region on its back surface. At least one of the first and second mass members may be releasably attached to the back surface. The ball-striking face member may have an average density that is less than the average density of the body. The mass members may have an average density that is more than the average density of the ball-striking face member and/or of the body. The mass distribution of the club head may be customized via the selection and attachment of a particular mass member. The golf club head may be an iron-type golf club head. | 01-27-2011 |
20110034265 | GOLF CLUB HEAD OR OTHER BALL STRIKING DEVICE HAVING ONE OR MORE FACE CHANNELS - A ball striking device, such as a golf club, includes a head with a face having a ball-striking surface configured for striking a ball, a body connected to the face, and at least one channel in the ball-striking surface of the face. The region of highest COR response of the face is directionally enlarged toward the channel. Depending on the size, shape, and location of the channel, the face can be altered to provide greater COR response and increased energy transfer for impacts at specific locations on the face. | 02-10-2011 |
20110039631 | ANGLED CONNECTION FOR GOLF CLUB HEADS AND SHAFTS - A golf club having a shaft, a club head and a connection region structure provides an angled connection of the shaft to the club head. The connection region structure includes a first end, a second end and a bore extending from the first end toward the second end. The first end has an opening to receive the distal end of the shaft. The second end is opposite to the first end and includes a mounting surface. The bore receives the distal end of the shaft and defines a longitudinal axis. The mounting surface is at a non-zero angle to a perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the bore. Further, the mounting surface abuts the first surface of a shaft-attachment structure that projects from a main body of the club head. | 02-17-2011 |
20120028732 | Putter Heads And Putters Having Adjustable, Multi-Sided Ball Striking Face Insert - Golf clubs and golf club heads, such as putter heads, may include a putter body and an adjustable ball striking face insert forming at least a portion of the ball striking face and contained within the putter body. The insert may have a plurality of sides, each of the sides having different performance characteristics to permit customization of the putter. In some examples, the adjustable ball striking face insert may be rotatably mounted within the putter head. Additionally or alternatively, the insert may be removably mounted within the putter head. In some arrangements, the insert may be finely adjustable to alter the loft angle of the putter head. | 02-02-2012 |
20120165118 | GOLF CLUB HEAD OR OTHER BALL STRIKING DEVICE HAVING ONE OR MORE FACE CHANNELS - A ball striking device, such as a golf club, includes a head with a face having a ball-striking surface configured for striking a ball, a body connected to the face, and at least one channel in the ball-striking surface of the face. The region of highest COR response of the face is directionally enlarged toward the channel. Depending on the size, shape, and location of the channel, the face can be altered to provide greater COR response and increased energy transfer for impacts at specific locations on the face. | 06-28-2012 |
20120258821 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - A golf club includes a golf club head having a body, a ball-striking face member and one or more mass members. The body is configured to releasably accommodate a first mass member in a first region on its back surface and a second mass member in a second region on its back surface. At least one of the first and second mass members may be releasably attached to the back surface. The ball-striking face member may have an average density that is less than the average density of the body. The mass members may have an average density that is more than the average density of the ball-striking face member and/or of the body. The mass distribution of the club head may be customized via the selection and attachment of a particular mass member. The golf club head may be an iron-type golf club head. | 10-11-2012 |
20130203518 | GOLF CLUBS AND GOLF CLUB HEADS - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 08-08-2013 |
20140148268 | PUTTER HEADS AND PUTTERS HAVING ADJUSTABLE, MULTI-SIDED BALL STRIKING FACE INSERT - Golf clubs and golf club heads, such as putter heads ( | 05-29-2014 |
20150072798 | GOLF CLUB HEAD OR OTHER BALL STRIKING DEVICE HAVING ONE OR MORE FACE CHANNELS - A ball striking device, such as a golf club, includes a head with a face having a ball-striking surface configured for striking a ball, a body connected to the face, and at least one channel in the ball-striking surface of the face. The region of highest COR response of the face is directionally enlarged toward the channel. Depending on the size, shape, and location of the channel, the face can be altered to provide greater COR response and increased energy transfer for impacts at specific locations on the face. | 03-12-2015 |
20150231478 | Golf Clubs and Golf Club Heads - Golf clubs according to at least some example aspects of this disclosure may include a golf club head and a shaft configured to engage with the golf club head which includes a grip engaged with the shaft. Further, the golf club may include a monitoring device, which includes a sensor and a transmitter. Additionally, the monitoring device may be configured to determine data related to the characteristics of a golf swing. Further, the monitoring device may be configured to transmit the data related to the characteristics of a golf swing to a remote computer. | 08-20-2015 |
Phillip J. Hatton, Portland, OR US
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20130288821 | GOLF CLUBS AND GOLF CLUB HEADS - A golf club includes a golf club head having a body, a ball-striking face member and one or more mass members. The body extends from a shaft-attachment structure. The ball-striking face member is located on a front surface of the body. The body is configured to releasably accommodate a first mass member in a first region on its back surface and a second mass member in a second region on its back surface. At least one of the first and second mass members may be releasably attached to the back surface. The ball-striking face member may have an average density that is less than the average density of the body. The mass members may have an average density that is more than the average density of the ball-striking face member and/or of the body. The mass distribution of the club head may be customized via the selection and attachment of a particular mass member. The golf club head may be an iron-type golf club head. | 10-31-2013 |
Richard Hatton, Okemos, MI US
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20110186057 | ICU/CCU/NICU PATIENT GOWN - An ICU/CCU/NICU garment for a patient during hospitalization includes an upper portion of the garment, a lower portion of the garment, and a rear portion of the garment. The upper garment portion includes a pair of front panels releasably connected to each other and to a neck panel leaving an open back. The lower portion of the garment includes an abdominal panel having a pair of leg extensions and a central genital panel extending downwardly therefrom leaving an open back. The rear portion having a rear panel is releasably attached to each of the upper portion and the lower portion to provide a desired degree of coverage, while facilitating a selective exposure of the posterior of the patient. | 08-04-2011 |
Richard J. Hatton, Wellington, OH US
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20150266255 | BANNER MAKING MACHINE - A machine for applying support members to opposing sides of opposing edges of a sheet material includes a support tab applicator assembly that applies a first portion of a support tab along a longitudinal edge of a first side of the sheet material, a support tab finisher assembly that applies a second portion of the support tab disposed opposite the first portion to a second side of the sheet material disposed opposite the first side, and a hole punch assembly that cuts a hole through the sheet material. The machine also may include a strengthening film applicator assembly that applies a strengthening film along a longitudinal length of the first side of the sheet material and/or across the support tab. | 09-24-2015 |
Ronald E. Hatton, Mesa, AZ US
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20100313848 | THROTTLE BODY AND A METHOD TO MODIFY A THROTTLE BODY - A method and device using at least one groove created in the throttle body wall is described. It is believed that the this throttle body modification that can increase gas mileage, increase horsepower, increase torque, reduce emissions and/or reduce the carbon foot print of a machine such as an internal combustion engine. | 12-16-2010 |
Ryan D. Hatton, Louisville, KY US
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20140222121 | ATHLETIC COOLING AND HEATING SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS - Thermal pads ( | 08-07-2014 |
Scott Hatton, Fillmore, CA US
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Scott Hatton, Filmore, CA US
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Steve Hatton, Surrey, IL US
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T. Alan Hatton, Sudbury, MA US
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Thomas E. Hatton, Blairstown, NJ US
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Trevor A. Hatton, Sudbury, MA US
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20140311507 | Porous Catalytic Matrices for Elimination of Toxicants Found in Tobacco Combustion Products - Described herein are compositions and methods for capturing carbonylic or phenolic toxicants, or converting these toxicants into less volatile compounds. The toxicants, which may be a component of cigarette smoke, may be captured by physical or chemical adsorption, absorption, or entrapment. | 10-23-2014 |
Trevor Alan Hatton, Cambridge, MA US
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20100222519 | Responsive Materials for Isolating Organic Compounds - One aspect of the present invention relates to polymers containing redox-responsive moieties (such as, ferrocene). In certain embodiments, the present invention relates to in-situ continuous separation systems which use such redox-responsive polymers for low-molecular weight alcohol removal from an aqueous mixture; such systems enhance the production of low-molecular weight alcohols by reducing the product inhibition effects that plague their production from bio-mass by fermentation. | 09-02-2010 |
Trevor Alan Hatton, Sudbury, MA US
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20100285081 | Bactericidal Nanofibers, and Methods of Use Thereof - One aspect of the invention relates to an antimicrobial fiber formed from an electroprocessed blend of at least one polymer, at least one antimicrobial agent, and at least one crosslinker. Another aspect of the invention relates to an antimicrobial fiber formed from an electroprocessed blend of at least one polymer and at least one crosslinker, which is then coated with an antimicrobial compound or antimicrobial polymer. | 11-11-2010 |
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