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Kimberly Agoro, Fort Worth, TX US
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20150075028 | Wig Drying Apparatus and Method - A wig drying apparatus and method are provided, the apparatus being adapted to support a wig and which may be used to direct air currents upward such that a wig may be dried quickly and easily without damaging the wig or unduly altering the wig's outer appearance, comprises, a stand adapted to hold a wig, the stand comprising a main body member comprising a base and a neck member, and upper members comprising a central member and side members. The neck member comprises a base tube comprising a base opening. The base opening is adapted to accept a hose/outlet portion of a dryer. In the preferred embodiment, the device's shape is generally that of a human head and neck. In one embodiment, the central member and base tube are removable and may be used to dry a wig not supported by the remaining portions of the stand. | 03-19-2015 |
Kimberly Alderfer, Hoboken, NJ US
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20120330832 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 12-27-2012 |
20120330833 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 12-27-2012 |
20120330834 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 12-27-2012 |
20120330835 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 12-27-2012 |
20120330836 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 12-27-2012 |
20130030880 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030897 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030904 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030910 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030917 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030924 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030926 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030927 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030936 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030966 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 01-31-2013 |
20130036373 | Systems and Methods for Providing a Virtual Currency Exchange - A virtual world management system may access multiple virtual world programs. The virtual world management system is configured to transfer points between the system and at least one of the virtual world programs. A virtual world program may be any online game with membership accounts. The virtual world management system, in one embodiment, accesses the virtual world program with various limitations, allowing the virtual world management system to control, access, or edit only parts of the virtual world programs. For example, the access may be limited to viewing the information related to the membership accounts. Specifically, the virtual world management system may be limited to viewing individual account balances of the virtual world accounts. Furthermore, the limited access may allow transfer of points and/or limiting access of the user playing the online game. The points may be at least one of currency, membership points, reward points, or loyalty points. | 02-07-2013 |
20150142570 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 05-21-2015 |
20150161605 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AND USING A DIGITAL PASS - A system, method, and article of manufacture for generating a digital pass is disclosed. The method may comprise retrieving a plurality of identity attributes, and grouping a subset of identity attributes in the plurality of identity attributes to generate at least one digital pass. The method may further comprise grouping a subset of static identity attributes and a subset of dynamic identity attributes to generate a digital pass. | 06-11-2015 |
Kimberly Alderfer, Newtown, PA US
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20130008947 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 01-10-2013 |
20130008948 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION WITH COMPUTER SYSTEMS - The present disclosure facilitates gesture-based interaction with a computer-system. The method may comprise pairing a transaction account with a likeness, receiving the likeness and a transaction request based upon the location of a marker in three dimensional space, retrieving the transaction account paired with the likeness, and approving the transaction request at least partially based upon the transaction account and the likeness. | 01-10-2013 |
Kimberly Awalt, Seattle, WA US
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20080294536 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING EXPORT SERVICES TO MERCHANTS - A fulfillment services provider may offer export services to merchants, including generation of required export documentation; calculation, collection, and remittance of customs duties; and transportation via an international carrier. Such export services may be offered through a registration service, and may be integrated with other fulfillment services provided to registered merchants (e.g., domestic order fulfillment and/or warehousing of inventory), or may be offered to merchants that do not receive other fulfillment services from the provider. Export services may be provided to merchants who certify that all registered or specified items may be legally exported to all (or specified) international destinations, or the provider may verify compliance to export regulations on behalf of registered merchants. The provider may assume the role of Principal Party in Interest for registered merchants or the merchants may retain this role. Registration and provision of export services may be implemented in one or more software modules. | 11-27-2008 |
Kimberly Bazar, Menlo Park, CA US
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20130181403 | GAME - A game is disclosed. The game includes two or more tiers or levels in which a player must achieve certain benchmarks or goals at each tier to advance to the next tier, whereby each tier of the game represents a certain phase or definable segment in a person's life based upon one or more of the following: career goals; personal goals; educational goals or geographic location. | 07-18-2013 |
Kimberly Bikowski, Avon, OH US
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20080289230 | ELECTRONIC GREETING CARDS - Electronic greeting cards include a greeting card with two or more interconnected panels in combination with a digital multimedia player device which includes an electronic display and an audio output, and circuitry which is operative to receive, store and play digital multimedia files and content. The various greeting card structures cover and encapsulate or otherwise house and adorn the digital multimedia player. Digital files are loaded on to the digital multimedia player by a connection to a network, or directly from a data storage device such as an SD card or USB connection or compact flash which interfaces with a port in the digital multimedia player. Pre-recorded digital multimedia greeting card content is either pre-loaded on a portable data storage device, or selected for purchase and downloaded or transferred for replay by the digital multimedia player of the electronic greeting card. | 11-27-2008 |
20090314668 | AUDIO ENVELOPES - Audio or sound envelopes contain or are combined with a sound module for generating and playing prerecorded sound tracks upon the opening of the envelope or removal of its contents. Operation of the sound module may be activated by the opening of the envelope flap, or by removal of the envelope contents. The flap is configured with a removable strip which protects the sound module from damage before and after opening. The sound module can be replayed by repeated operation of the flap. Alternate embodiments of the audio envelopes have other structural or operational features which work in concert with the sound module. | 12-24-2009 |
20100199530 | ELECTRONIC GREETING CARDS AND NOVELTIES WITH MOVEABLE ELEMENTS AND MANUAL ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT ACTIVATION - Greeting cards and novelties with electronic circuits having switch mechanisms operable by manipulation of a moveable component. Manipulation of the moveable component causes activation of the electronic circuit. | 08-12-2010 |
20100223824 | ELECTRONIC GREETING CARDS - Electronic greeting cards include a greeting card with two or more interconnected panels in combination with a digital multimedia player device which includes an electronic display and an audio output, and circuitry which is operative to receive, store and play digital multimedia files and content. The various greeting card structures cover and encapsulate or otherwise house and adorn the digital multimedia player. Digital files are loaded on to the digital multimedia player by a connection to a network, or directly from a data storage device such as an SD card or USB connection or compact flash which interfaces with a port in the digital multimedia player. Pre-recorded digital multimedia greeting card content is either pre-loaded on a portable data storage device, or selected for purchase and downloaded or transferred for replay by the digital multimedia player of the electronic greeting card. | 09-09-2010 |
20100287800 | TWO SOUND GATEFOLD GREETING CARDS - A sound-producing greeting card that can play two or more separate and distinct digital audio clips. The greeting card has a gatefold design and includes dual slide activators that trigger the two separate and distinct audio clips. In one embodiment both digital audio clips are pre-recorded digital audio clips that may be music, sound or a verbal messages. In other embodiments, one digital audio clip is pre-recorded and the other can be a personalized consumer recorded message. The greeting card has a push button that activates recording of the personalized message. The greeting cards may additionally contain a mechanism that permanently changes the card from preview mode, wherein a consumer can record a personal message that will automatically be played back and erased, to a permanent mode wherein the consumer recorded message is saved and replayed each time one of the panels of the greeting card is opened. | 11-18-2010 |
20110078931 | MOTION GREETING CARDS - The present invention and related disclosure describes greeting cards with moving elements or devices which are operable to create motion in connection with some portion of the greeting card. The greeting card may include a multi-panel greeting card body or a three-dimensional foam greeting card body. At least one movable object is contained upon or within the greeting card body. A sound module having at least one pre-recorded digital audio file saved therein and a motor module are contained and concealed within the greeting card body. One or more switches may be used to activate the sound and motor modules, causing the pre-recorded audio file to play and causing movement of the movable or mobile object. This movement may be up-and-down or “bouncing” motion, spinning or rotational motion, side-to-side motion or any other reciprocating motion. The artwork contained upon the greeting card body, the mobile object and the pre-recorded audio file may all be part of the same theme and the movement of the mobile object and the pre-recorded audio file may be synchronized. | 04-07-2011 |
20110146117 | TELESCOPING GREETING CARDS WITH ACTIVATED SOUND OR LIGHT OR MECHANICAL FUNCTIONS - A telescoping greeting card having a plurality of pockets and/or panels that arc connected in sequence and configured to slidably telescope between a closed position wherein each of the pockets and/or panels are contained within a main panel and an open position wherein each of the pockets and/or panels are extended in a longitudinal array. The greeting card additionally contains a switch and a sound module with at least one pre-recorded audio file that may be played back upon removal of one of the panels or pockets of the greeting card, which triggers the switch. | 06-23-2011 |
20120266503 | MOTION GREETING CARDS - The present invention and related disclosure describes greeting cards with moving elements or devices which are operable to create motion in connection with some portion of the greeting card. The greeting card may include a multi-panel greeting card body or a three-dimensional foam greeting card body. At least one movable object is contained upon or within the greeting card body. A sound module having at least one pre-recorded digital audio file saved therein and a motor module are contained and concealed within the greeting card body. One or more switches may be used to activate the sound and motor modules, causing the pre-recorded audio file to play and causing movement of the movable or mobile object. | 10-25-2012 |
20140137445 | Electronic Greeting Cards - Electronic greeting cards include a greeting card with two or more interconnected panels in combination with a digital multimedia player device which includes an electronic display and an audio output, and circuitry which is operative to receive, store and play digital multimedia files and content. The various greeting card structures cover and encapsulate or otherwise house and adorn the digital multimedia player. Digital files are loaded on to the digital multimedia player by a connection to a network, or directly from a data storage device such as an SD card or USB connection or compact flash which interfaces with a port in the digital multimedia player. Pre-recorded digital multimedia greeting card content is either pre-loaded on a portable data storage device, or selected for purchase and downloaded or transferred for replay by the digital multimedia player of the electronic greeting card. | 05-22-2014 |
Kimberly Bradsaw, Monmouth Junction, NJ US
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20120171137 | COMFORTABLE, LONG-WEARING, TRANSFER-RESISTANT COLORED COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS HAVING A NON-TACKY FEEL - The present invention is directed to an anhydrous composition which is long wearing and transfer resistant, while at the same time providing superior comfort, non-tacky feel and cushioning, the composition containing:(a) at least one silsesquioxane resin; (b) at least one polypropylsilsesquioxane wax substituted with alkyl units having at least 30 carbons; (c) at least one siloxysilicate resin; (d) at least one volatile solvent; (e) optionally, at least one non-volatile solvent; and (f) at least one colorant. | 07-05-2012 |
Kimberly Brebner, Alpharetta, GA US
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20090265179 | System And Method For Providing A Packaging Recommendation To A Shipping Customer - A system and method for providing a packaging recommendation to a customer is disclosed. The system presents the customer with a merchandise list of merchandise, receives merchandise information from the customer about the particular characteristics of the merchandise, and generates a packaging recommendation via an interface to the customer. This merchandise information includes the type of merchandise being shipped by the customer to a definition, and may include any other information useful in generating the packaging recommendation. After referencing a packaging requirements matrix, the system presents the customer with a packaging recommendation via an interface. The packaging requirements may be easily modified by a system administrator without interrupting the operation of the system. The customer may also define particular merchandise to obtain a packaging recommendation in the event the merchandise is not included in the merchandise list. | 10-22-2009 |
20120066143 | PROVIDING PACKAGING RECOMMENDATION TO SHIPPING CUSTOMERS - Systems and methods for providing a packaging recommendation to a customer is disclosed. In one embodiment, the system can present the customer with a merchandise list of merchandise, receive merchandise information from the customer about the particular characteristics of the merchandise, and generate a packaging recommendation via an interface to the customer. | 03-15-2012 |
Kimberly Brown, Eik Grove, CA US
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20100304434 | Polypeptides having Cellulolytic Enhancing Activity and Polynucleotides Encoding Same - The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides having cellulolytic enhancing activity and isolated polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides. | 12-02-2010 |
Kimberly Burns Baker, Homewood, IL US
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20150173325 | PET RESTING DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE WINDOW - A device for connecting to a window comprising a unitary support member configured for secure engagement with an interior portion of a door and a cushioning member removably attached to the support member. | 06-25-2015 |
Kimberly Cooligan-Knoefel, Ottawa CA
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20140158064 | PET LEASH ASSEMBLY - Disclosed herein is a pet leash assembly having a weighted hand grip. The hand grip has a first end and a second end. A leash is operationally connected to the first end. A container is coupled to the second end which is opposite the first end. The leash assembly may optionally include a second container, and a removable cover portion may be reversibly coupled to the containers for closing the containers. The weighted hand grip is configured so that, when in use, the weighted material is disposed in the palm of a user. Also disclosed is a kit comprising the components of a pet leash assembly. | 06-12-2014 |
Kimberly Culmone, West Hollywood, CA US
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20090011837 | COMPUTER FASHION GAME WITH MACHINE-READABLE TRADING CARDS - A game system including cards with computer-readable information is provided. The computer-readable information may be in the form of a code embodied on the cards. The cards may be selectively chosen and compiled in a card compiling device that is configured to remove singly a series of cards from one location and to deliver the removed cards to a new location. | 01-08-2009 |
Kimberly Debock, Hummelstown, PA US
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20150041211 | LOW RESISTANCE INSERT - A conductive insert which provides a low resistance bond between low conductive materials. The insert includes a first surface and an oppositely facing second surface. A plurality of openings extends between the first surface and the second surface. At least one first projection extends from the first surface proximate respective first openings, the at least one first projections extend from the first surface in a direction away from the second surface. At least one second projection extends from the second surface proximate respective second openings, the at least one second projections extend from the second surface in a direction away from the first surface. The insert provides a stable, low resistance electrically conductive path between the conductive materials. | 02-12-2015 |
Kimberly Debuhr, Rock Port, MO US
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20140056634 | GLASS MARKER PENCIL - A glass marker pencil utilized on a surface that includes a generally elongated shaped base market pencil with a top and a body, a tip that protrudes from the top of the base marker pencil, the tip is contained within the body of the base marker pencil, an ink contained in the tip and a cap placed over the tip to protect the tip. The tip can be a variety of different types of tips and the ink can be a variety of different types of inks that are non-toxic and made of glycerin color dye. | 02-27-2014 |
Kimberly Dodge-Kafka, Unionville, CT US
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20140286928 | TREATMENT OF HEART DISEASE BY INHIBITION OF THE ACTION OF RIBOSOMAL S6 KINASE 3 (RSK3) - The present invention provides a method of protecting the heart from damage, by administering to a patient at risk of such damage, a pharmaceutically effective amount of a composition which inhibits the interaction of RSK3 and mAKAPβ, or the expression or activity of one or both of those molecules. This composition may be in the form of a peptide that specifically inhibits mAKAPβ binding to RSK3 or in the form of an siRNA construct which inhibits the expression of RSK3. | 09-25-2014 |
Kimberly Drenser, Bloomfield, MI US
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20100239499 | Methods and compositions for genetic and retinal disease - An inventive method for treatment or prevention of vascular diseases of the retina is provided. A Norrin compound is optionally administered to a subject either directly and/or as expressed by a cell. The presence of the compound is either protective of or therapeutic for a pathological condition of the retina. Preferred pathological conditions are those linked to the absence of or mutation of norrin protein and are preferably Norrie disease, FEVR, or macular degeneration. | 09-23-2010 |
20120282230 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF GENETIC AND RETINAL DISEASE - A process of detecting the presence of or susceptibility to a disease involving the Frizzled-4 receptor is provided. The inventive method determines the presence or absence of one or more mutations in Frizzled-4 alone or in conjunction with other proteins such as Norrin and LRP5. The presence of a mutation predicts the presence of a disease or susceptibility to a disease. The inventive process further provides correction or prevention of a disease by administration of frizzled-4 to a subject to alter or maintain a physiological function. | 11-08-2012 |
Kimberly Drenser, Novi, MI US
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20150352184 | METHOD AND COMPOSITIONS FOR GENETIC AND RETINAL DISEASE - An inventive method for treatment or prevention of vascular diseases of the retina is provided. A Norrin compound is optionally administered to a subject either directly and/or as expressed by a cell. The presence of the compound is either protective of or therapeutic for a pathological condition of the retina. Preferred pathological conditions are those linked to the absence of or mutation of norrin protein and are preferably Norrie disease, FEVR, or macular degeneration. | 12-10-2015 |
Kimberly Drongesen, Granite Bay, CA US
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20150199496 | Configuring A Security Setting for A Set of Devices Using A Security Policy - A system and method for configuring security settings for devices is described. The system determines a security policy to regulate the use of a set of devices, including a first device and a second device. Support information for the first device and the second device can be determined. The security policy is implemented on each of the first device and the second device by selecting, based on the respective support information, a first security mechanism for the first device and a different second security mechanism for the second device, and configuring the first device with the first security mechanism and the second device with the second security mechanism. | 07-16-2015 |
Kimberly Flomerfelt, Manlius, NY US
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20130281861 | Enhanced Electronic External Fetal Monitoring System - The present invention relates to fetal monitoring and, more particularly, to an electronic external fetal monitoring system that includes a self adhering single use dermal patch including embedded sensors that can be attached to the skin of an expectant maternal patient and is configured to record fetal heart rate, uterine activity, and uterine integrity. | 10-24-2013 |
Kimberly Garrett-Aschauer, Royal Palm Beach, FL US
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20130008459 | Facelift bungee - Facelift Bungee is a non-invasive hair accessory product that inserts into the user's hair to instantly, and uniformly lift a person's facial skin. It is painless and affordable with unlimited use. This product is made of two plastic combs and a piece of cotton webbed elastic which runs through the combs and is sewn like a belt using thread. | 01-10-2013 |
Kimberly Gordon, San Francisco, CA US
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20150215492 | Using a Security Feature with a Digital Image File - Among other things, at a cloud-based service, digital image files are received from which digital images can be displayed on devices. For each of the digital image files, data is embedded in the digital image file on behalf of a party who has rights in the digital image file. The existence of the embedded data is not perceptible in any digital image that is displayed using the digital image file. The embedded data includes information from which the digital image file can be authenticated. At the cloud-based service, a digital image file is received that is to be authenticated. The digital image file is authenticated based on the embedded data. | 07-30-2015 |
Kimberly Hall, Oxon Hill, MD US
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20130237124 | BRASSIERE - An exemplary embodiment includes a brassiere formed out of a transparent material that can provide a desired level of support and comfort while being worn with a bathing suit or any other desired article of clothing. | 09-12-2013 |
Kimberly Hamad-Schifferli, Somerville, MA US
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20150272899 | BLOOD CLOTTING CONTROL - The disclosure is directed to enabling reversible, on-demand remote control of blood clotting and clot dissolution. In one embodiment, a laser at one wavelength triggers release of a DNA thrombin inhibitor from one nanorod, which acts as an anticoagulant to stop blood clotting. Another wavelength triggers release of a specific antidote, which reverses the effect of the thrombin inhibitor, restoring blood clotting. | 10-01-2015 |
Kimberly Ho, Novato, CA US
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20100218283 | POLYNUCLEOTIDES ENCODING ISOPRENOID MODIFYING ENZYMES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention provides isolated nucleic acids comprising nucleotide sequences encoding isoprenoid modifying enzymes, as well as recombinant vectors comprising the nucleic acids. The present invention further provides genetically modified host cells comprising a subject nucleic acid or recombinant vector. The present invention further provides a transgenic plant comprising a subject nucleic acid. The present invention further provides methods of producing an isoprenoid compound, the method generally involving culturing a subject genetically modified host cell under conditions that permit synthesis of an isoprenoid compound modifying enzyme encoded by a subject nucleic acid. | 08-26-2010 |
20120288905 | POLYNUCLEOTIDES ENCODING ISOPRENOID MODIFYING ENZYMES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention provides isolated nucleic acids comprising nucleotide sequences encoding isoprenoid modifying enzymes, as well as recombinant vectors comprising the nucleic acids. The present invention further provides genetically modified host cells comprising a subject nucleic acid or recombinant vector. The present invention further provides a transgenic plant comprising a subject nucleic acid. The present invention further provides methods of producing an isoprenoid compound, the method generally involving culturing a subject genetically modified host cell under conditions that permit synthesis of an isoprenoid compound modifying enzyme encoded by a subject nucleic acid. | 11-15-2012 |
Kimberly Howard, Detroit, MI US
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20150272305 | ARTICLE TETHER - An article tether is provided. The article tether may include a tethering cord, a first coupling, a second coupling, an anchor and a clasp. The tethering cord may include a first end and a second end. The first coupling and the second coupling may form tubular openings sized for slidably receiving the tethering cord but not the anchor. The user may thread the first end through the second coupling opening and then the first coupling opening sequentially in a specified direction. Then the user may connect the first end to the anchor. Then the user may thread the second end through the first coupling opening in the same specified direction so that the tethering cord defines a loop opening. The user may then fit the loop opening around an article or portion thereof. The user may then adjust the size of the loop opening so as to securely attach the article tether to the article. The user may then fasten the clasp to their apparel so as to prevent the article from getting misplaced when not in use. | 10-01-2015 |
Kimberly Irenze, Las Vegas, NV US
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20100150318 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STANDARDIZING COMMUNICATIONS LINES TEST SETS - A system and method for standardizing communications lines test sets may include multiple handheld communications lines test sets configured to test communications lines at customer premises, and a network node configured to collect sets of test results from the test sets and communicate updates of at least one test parameter to each of the test sets to standardize each of said test sets. | 06-17-2010 |
20100150319 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSISTING FIELD COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIANS IN REPAIRING COMMUNICATIONS LINES - A system and method for assisting telephone service technicians in repairing communications lines may include storing test parameters for testing operation of a communications line. An operational parameter of communications over the communications line may be tested and a determination as to whether the operational parameter meets an operational criteria established by at least one of the test parameters may be made. The measured operational parameters and a test result indicator may be stored. If the operational parameter met the operational criteria, then an indication that the operational parameter passed a test may be made. Otherwise, (i) an indication that the operational parameter did not pass the test, (ii) possible causes for the operational parameter failing the test, and (iii) recommendations for correcting at least one possible problem that lead to the operational parameter not passing the test may be displayed for a technician. | 06-17-2010 |
Kimberly Izundu, Houston, TX US
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20140073540 | ACID-IN-OIL EMULSION COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING HYDROCARBON-BEARING FORMATIONS - Disclosed herein is an acid-in-oil emulsion composition comprising an emulsifying agent; a dispersion agent; a base oil; and an acid, wherein the acid-in-oil emulsion composition is substantially devoid of priority pollutants. Disclosed herein too is a method for treating a hydrocarbon-bearing formation comprising blending an emulsifying agent, a base oil and an acid to produce an acid-in-oil emulsion, the acid-in-oil emulsion being substantially devoid of priority pollutants; and discharging the acid-in-oil emulsion into a downhole hydrocarbon-bearing well formation, where the acid-in-oil emulsion is operative to stimulate hydrocarbon production. | 03-13-2014 |
Kimberly Jarrelle, Moseley, VA US
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20150359596 | SKIN-TO-SKIN CONTACT OBSTETRICAL SURGICAL DRAPE - The present invention is a fenestration drape and a method for providing skin-to-skin contact of a newborn with the mother immediately after birth during a Cesarean delivery. The novel fenestration drape comprises a portal which may be opened and reclosed without compromise to the sterile barrier. The novel method facilitates the critical contact without interruption and with continuity of sterile field throughout the procedure. | 12-17-2015 |
Kimberly Johnson, New York, NY US
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20120247011 | Tree Guard - Various embodiments related to a tree guard are disclosed. One embodiment provides a modular tree guard assembly. Various other embodiments disclosed include one or more of the following: a multi-purpose top rail unit facilitating flexible installation of various side panel units and top rail accessories; modular side panel units including decorative units and urine guard units; corner and other post units; and various adjustable foot units. In one embodiment, a sign holder unit of the tree guard assembly is provided with different tamper proof bolts than are other elements of the assembly such that control over signage on the tree guard may be effectively given to a different entity than an entity with control over assembly of the rest of the tree guard unit. Various other embodiments related to tree guards are disclosed. | 10-04-2012 |
20120247012 | Breakaway Bracket For Use With Modular Tree Guard - Various embodiments related to a tree guard are disclosed. One embodiment provides an L shaped breakaway bracket for use with a modular tree guard assembly. The L shaped breakaway bracket includes a horizontal member extending substantially perpendicularly from a vertical member, wherein the vertical member is thinner and longer than the horizontal member. At least one fastener hole is provided in the horizontal member for receiving a fastener for securing the horizontal member to a rail. At least one fastener hole is provided in the vertical member for receiving a fastener for securing the vertical member to a post. The breakaway bracket is adapted to break along the intersection of the horizontal member and the vertical member and separate the rail from the post when a force that would otherwise be sufficient to deform the rail is applied to the rail. | 10-04-2012 |
20140305037 | TREE GUARD AND ANCHORING SYSTEM - Various embodiments related to a tree guard and tree guard anchoring systems are disclosed. One embodiment provides a modular tree guard assembly including an anchoring subsystem. One embodiment discloses an anchor plate that is moveably coupled to a post, the anchor plate being adapted for use in securing the post to a ground location. These and other embodiments are disclosed herein. | 10-16-2014 |
Kimberly Jones-Johnson, Wichita, KS US
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20120112446 | RAIN HAZARD ELIMINATOR - A system and method to reduce water spray from one or more truck tires of a truck driving through rain on a water covered road. A combination centrifuge and air compressor device collects a mixture of air and rainwater, to separate the air from the rainwater and to compress the air. An air distribution manifold system directs the compressed air from the combination centrifuge and air compressor device onto an area of the water covered road in front of one or more of the truck's tires so that the water from the area rises up from the road. Then a shield barrier channels the water that rises up from the area on the road away from one or more of the truck's tires. | 05-10-2012 |
Kimberly Kaighn, Glen Mills, PA US
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20090136570 | Taste-Masked Tablets and Granules - Orally administered, taste-masked tablets and granules contain (a) a hydroxypyrimidinone carboxamide, a hydroxy-tetrahydropyridopyrimidinone carboxamide, or a related carboxamide compound, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, (b) a taste-masking polymer, (c) a superdisintegrant, and optionally other excipients. The carboxamide compound is an HIV integrase inhibitor, and the tablets and granules are suitable for use in the inhibition of HIV integrase, the treatment or prophylaxis of HIV infection, and the treatment or prophylaxis or delay in the onset of AIDS. | 05-28-2009 |
Kimberly Kaiser, Lincoln Park, NJ US
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20150099419 | INTERACTIVE OFFICE PLAY STATION - Systems and methods are disclosed for providing an office play station for a child. The office play station includes a desk, an office controller and one or more peripheral play devices. The peripheral play devices may represent devices commonly found in an office setting. Each of the peripheral play devices may be in communication with the office controller and may include an age setting that adjusts the functionality of the peripheral play device. The office controller may configure the age setting for the peripheral play devices and record activity data that indicates the manner in which the user interacts with the peripheral play devices. | 04-09-2015 |
Kimberly Kajihara, San Francisco, CA US
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20110020323 | GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA SPECIFIC BINDING COMPOUNDS - The present invention provides improved binding compounds capable of specifically binding Gram-positive bacteria. Binding compounds are provided that are fully human, enabling therapeutic applications in human individuals. | 01-27-2011 |
20120157665 | GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA SPECIFIC BINDING COMPOUNDS - The present invention provides improved binding compounds capable of specifically binding Gram-positive bacteria. Binding compounds are provided that are fully human, enabling therapeutic applications in human individuals. | 06-21-2012 |
20130253175 | GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA SPECIFIC BINDING COMPOUNDS - The present invention provides improved binding compounds capable of specifically binding Gram-positive bacteria. Binding compounds are provided that are fully human, enabling therapeutic applications in human individuals. | 09-26-2013 |
20130261293 | GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA SPECIFIC BINDING COMPOUNDS - The present invention provides improved binding compounds capable of specifically binding Gram-positive bacteria. Binding compounds are provided that are fully human, enabling therapeutic applications in human individuals. | 10-03-2013 |
20140235828 | GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA SPECIFIC BINDING COMPOUNDS - The present invention provides improved binding compounds capable of specifically binding Gram-positive bacteria. Binding compounds are provided that are fully human, enabling therapeutic applications in human individuals. | 08-21-2014 |
Kimberly Kaleas, San Mateo, CA US
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20150225760 | HARVEST OPERATIONS FOR RECOMBINANT PROTEINS - The present invention contemplates methods of producing a recombinant protein comprising fermenting a prokaryotic host cell wherein said prokaryotic host cell has been transformed with a nucleic acid encoding said recombinant protein, harvesting said recombinant protein under conditions where dO | 08-13-2015 |
Kimberly Kamolz, Kirkland, WA US
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20130103770 | DISTRIBUTED SEMI-SYNCHRONIZED EVENT DRIVEN PLAYBACK OF MULTIMEDIA - A system is provided for enabling attendees of an online broadcast within a collaborative environment to interact with multimedia content during the online broadcast. By rendering the content itself instead of images derived from the content that cannot be interacted with, attendees are enabled to either drive their own multimedia experience, including play, seek, pause/stop, or follow the presenter and consume the multimedia based on the presenter's action (play, pause, stop, seek). The multimedia content may be rendered on each attendee's individual client device through local caching, which contributes to playback quality such that each individual attendee may be able to interact with and control the playback experience of the multimedia content independently. | 04-25-2013 |
Kimberly Kearlewine, Noblesville, IN US
Kimberly Knight, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20150058318 | Control for Persistent Search Results and Iterative Searching - An embodiment of the invention provides a method for control for persistent search results and iterative searching where a query from a user is received via a web browser and a web search for the query is performed with a processor. Search results of the web search are displayed in a toolbar of the web browser, wherein at least one of the search results in the toolbar includes a refinement option. The refinement option can include a show me more like this refinement option and/or a show me less like this refinement option. A selected refinement option is received from the user with a user interface; and, refined search results are displayed in the toolbar based on the selected refinement option. | 02-26-2015 |
Kimberly Kohlhepp, Somerville, MA US
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20090206196 | INFLATABLE FOLDING WINGS FOR A VERY HIGH ALTITUDE AIRCRAFT - A foldable wing for use with a very high altitude aircraft capable of operating at an altitude at or above 85,000 feet is disclosed. The foldable wing may employ a spiral fold deployment, wherein a hinge between each segment of the foldable wing is slightly offset from the perpendicular. Successively positioned wing segments fold over one another. Alternatively, the hinges are substantially perpendicular so that each respective wing segment folds linearly against the next wing segment. An inflatable rib, with inflatable arms, can be inflated to provide a force against two adjacent arms, thereby deploying the wing segments through a full 180° of rotation. | 08-20-2009 |
20130068880 | INFLATABLE FOLDING WINGS FOR A VERY HIGH ALTITUDE AIRCRAFT - A foldable wing for use with a very high altitude aircraft capable of operating at an altitude at or above 85,000 feet is disclosed. The foldable wing may employ a spiral fold deployment, wherein a hinge between each segment of the foldable wing is slightly offset from the perpendicular. Successively positioned wing segments fold over one another. Alternatively, the hinges are substantially perpendicular so that each respective wing segment folds linearly against the next wing segment. An inflatable rib, with inflatable arms, can be inflated to provide a force against two adjacent arms, thereby deploying the wing segments through a full 180° of rotation. | 03-21-2013 |
Kimberly Kristopeit, Union Grove, WI US
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20120288414 | Wearable Chemical Dispenser with Useful Life Indicator - Wearable devices for dispensing insect repellents, fragrances, and/or other chemicals along the outside of the clothing of a human are disclosed. The devices are of the type that are clipped onto a belt or the like, and use a powered fan to dispense active. Air flow is directed through a substrate and adjacent to a useful life indicator to improve reliability of the useful life indicator. | 11-15-2012 |
Kimberly Krugman, Boulder, CO US
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20090118613 | Method for Volume Determination and Geometric Reconstruction - A method for determining a volume of ablated tissue includes the steps of supplying energy to tissue, indicating an axis within the tissue, and simulating slicing of the tissue substantially perpendicular to the axis to obtain a plurality of simulated slices. Each of the plurality of simulated slices has a thickness, a cross-sectional perimeter, and a trajectory point defined by the axis within the tissue. The method further includes the steps of determining a volume of each of the plurality of simulated slices based on the trajectory point, the cross-sectional perimeter, and the thickness of each simulated slice, and summing the volumes from each of the plurality of simulated slices to obtain the volume of the ablated tissue. | 05-07-2009 |
Kimberly Lank, Severna Park, MD US
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20110108303 | DECORATIVE COVER FOR WALL MOUNTED DEVICE - A decorative cover for a device mounted to a wall is provided. The cover has a face panel (that may or may not include artwork or a photo) and a support structure attached to the face panel. The support structure is adapted to attach to the wall. The face panel is pivotable relative to the wall between a closed position and an open position. The cover has a top portion, the top portion has a top opening to allow air flow from an inner side of the top portion to an outer side of the top portion. | 05-12-2011 |
Kimberly Les, Clarkston, MI US
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20090222007 | MODULAR STEM EXTENSION - The modular stem component may include a shaft portion, a head, and a sleeve. The shaft portion is configured for receipt within the intramedullary canal of a bone and the head is configured to receive another component of a modular prosthetic system, such as a femoral neck, thereon. In one exemplary embodiment, the head extends radially around at least a portion of the stem and includes a rib defining a flange extending therefrom. The sleeve, which is formed as an independent part of the modular stem component and is made at least partially of a highly porous biomaterial, includes opposing ends and has a bore extending therethrough. The bore is configured to facilitate sliding receipt of the sleeve on the head. | 09-03-2009 |
20110009973 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR ATTACHING TISSUE TO ORTHOPAEDIC IMPLANTS - Methods and apparatuses for attaching tissue structures to orthopaedic implants. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal tibial implant. In another exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal femoral implant. | 01-13-2011 |
20120191207 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR ATTACHING TISSUE TO ORTHOPAEDIC IMPLANTS - Methods and apparatuses for attaching tissue structures to orthopaedic implants. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal tibial implant. In another exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal femoral implant. | 07-26-2012 |
Kimberly Likewise, Corvallis, OR US
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20150305580 | Anti-Splash Holding Tank and Stand-Alone Anti-Splash Guard for Portable Toilets - Described herein is an inventive anti-splash guard for non-flush portable toilets. The innovation comprises a sloped structure either affixed to or made integral with the bottom of the holding tank of a portable toilet, positioned under the seat. The form of the inventive anti-splash guard is preferably conical, but may also be pyramidal, hemispherical and ellipsoidal. Functionally, the innovation may be submerged fully under the level of the holding tank water, so that the impact of deposited solid matter is absorbed by the anti-splash guard and not transferred to the surrounding water. In this way the upward splash of the water is suppressed, and risk of contamination to the user is greatly reduced. The disclosure describes both a portable toilet holding tank with an integrally formed anti-splash guard according to the invention, and stand-alone embodiments that may be retrofitted to existing portable toilets. | 10-29-2015 |
Kimberly Marlen, San Pablo, CA US
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20080248010 | Compositions and methods of using apoptosis signaling kinase related kinase (ASKRK) - The invention provides apoptosis signaling kinase related kinase (ASKRK) nucleic acid and polypeptide sequences and methods of using such sequences to identify modulators of ASKRK. Such modulators can be used for the treatment of diabetes or for delaying the onset of diabetes. The invention also provides methods of diagnosing diabetes or pre-diabetes and methods of making a prognosis based on the detection of ASKRK nucleic acids and proteins. | 10-09-2008 |
Kimberly Mcdannell, Gettysburg, PA US
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20130133204 | Wire Stripping Apparatus - An apparatus for stripping insulated wires is provided. The wire stripping apparatus allows a user to remove an insulating outer cover from wires of different diameters so that an inner metal conductor is left exposed for recycling. | 05-30-2013 |
Kimberly Meckwood, Los Angeles, CA US
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20090242596 | CARRYING APPARATUS - An apparatus, in accordance with one embodiment comprises an upper portion; a lower portion comprising at least one terminal end having a receiving area formed on a first side of the lower portion, facing the upper portion, on which at least a looped handle may rest and a handling area formed on a second side of the lower portion opposite the first side forming a grip to lift the apparatus; and a connection mechanism for connecting the upper portion and the lower portion, wherein the connection mechanism allows the upper portion to swivel in relation to the lower portion, such that in an open position the looped handle may be placed on the receiving area, and in a closed position the upper portion swivels to cover the terminal end of the lower portion and the receiving area in a closed loop to secure the looped handle, eliminating possibility of the looped handle sliding off the receiving area and the terminal end of the lower portion. | 10-01-2009 |
20110095553 | CARRYING APPARATUS - A carrying apparatus comprising: an upper portion having at least one terminal end cantileverly extending from a first point in the upper portion; a lower portion comprising at least one terminal end having a receiving area formed on a first side of the lower portion on which at least a looped handle of a carrying item may rest, wherein at least one terminal end of the upper portion engages in an interlocking operational relationship with at least one terminal end of the lower portion. | 04-28-2011 |
Kimberly Miller, Brooklyn Park, MN US
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20150150288 | PASTA PROCESSING FOR LOW PROTEIN FLOUR AND DECREASED DRYING - A pasta product can be formed from a low protein flour by blending the low protein flour with water to form a pasta dough. In some examples, the pasta dough is then hot extruded to produce an extruded pasta before being dried. In contrast to cold extrusion where the goal is to minimize starch gelatinization while shaping the pasta dough, hot extrusion can cause starch within the low protein flour to gelatinize. The gelatinized starch may help compensate for the lack of protein network structure caused by using a low protein flour. | 06-04-2015 |
Kimberly Morris Thill, Kent, WA US
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20140259777 | SHOES WITH INTERCHANGEABLE HEELS - Shoes with interchangeable heels. The assembly includes a sole having a toe end and a heel end. At the heel end, a heel attachment slide capture feature is provided. The heel attachment slide capture feature includes opposing first and second wedge portions forming a partial V-shaped passageway therebetween. The partial V-shaped passageway may decrease in width from the heel end toward the toe end. First and second heels are provided, each having a heel body, an upper end, and a lower end, and a locking slide portion sized and shaped complementary to the slide capture feature, for secure engagement therewith. The locking slide portion may further includes a nose portion having a detent, configured for use with a quick disconnect latch to provide releasable locking engagement between the sole and a heel of selected height, such as a high heel, low heel, or medium height heel. | 09-18-2014 |
Kimberly Murray US
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20150320585 | ONE PIECE OSTOMY POUCH ENHANCEMENTS - Provided herein are methods and devices for performing in situ patterned chemistry for synthesizing and preparing peptide arrays. The invention provides a reproducible and scalable platform that can be potentially used to monitor the health of a plurality of individuals. | 11-12-2015 |
Kimberly Nguyen, Mountain View, CA US
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20130197506 | FINE DISSECTION ELECTROSURGICAL DEVICE - An electrosurgical wand. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are electrosurgical wands including an elongate shaft that defines a handle end and a distal end, a first discharge aperture on the distal end of the elongate shaft, a first active electrode of conductive material disposed on the distal end of the elongate shaft, the first active electrode has an edge feature, a first return electrode of conductive material disposed a substantially constant distance from the first active electrode, and an aspiration aperture on the distal end of the elongate shaft fluidly coupled to a second fluid conduit. | 08-01-2013 |
Kimberly Nosella, Mississauga CA
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20120208122 | Continuous emulsification-aggregation process for the production of particles - A continuous emulsion aggregation process for the production of particles is presented including a plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors (CSTR). The plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors includes at least one feed tank of raw materials, at least one reactor for facilitating cold addition, at least two reactors for facilitating an aggregation process, at least one reactor for facilitating a shell addition process; at least one reactor for facilitating a freeze process, at least one reactor for facilitating a chelating process, at least one reactor for facilitating a ramp-up process and at least one reactor for facilitating a coalescence process, wherein the reactors are sequentially assembled in a series configuration and separated by short conduits to produce toner particles that are narrowly distributed. | 08-16-2012 |
20130084519 | Toner with improved charging - The disclosure describes a toner process in which portion-wise addition of colorant(s) during particle formation is used to control the distribution of colorant within the toner particle, thereby enhancing A zone charge. | 04-04-2013 |
20130115548 | Alkyl silane surface treated silica for toner - The present disclosure describes toner compositions comprising an alkyl surface-treated silica, which toners exhibit improved tribo-charging, second transfer efficiency and IQ without impacting color. | 05-09-2013 |
20130115549 | Low dielectric additives for toner - The present disclosure describes toner compositions containing an additive package including one or more additives that exhibit low dielectric loss, which toners exhibit improved tribo charging, 2 | 05-09-2013 |
20130260308 | Toner Process - The present disclosure describes a toner produced using a coalescing temperature lower than the melting point of a wax in the toner, quench cooling or both. The resulting toners can exhibit reduced dielectric loss and improved tribo charging. | 10-03-2013 |
20130260310 | TONER PROCESS USING ACOUSTIC MIXER - A process for making emulsion aggregation (EA) toners is provided. In embodiments, the process comprises aggregating a mixture comprising a latex resin, and at least one colorant in a reactor to form aggregated toner particles, adding a shell resin to form a shell over the aggregated toner particles, coalescing the aggregated toner particles, and recovering the toner particles. | 10-03-2013 |
20140106274 | Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane toner resins - The present disclosure provides a toner resin comprising a polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane moiety that may be used in manufacturing an emulsion aggregation (EA) toner for imaging devices. | 04-17-2014 |
Kimberly O'Brien Samaniego, San Diego, CA US
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20100072703 | Modified Chess Game - An extended chess game comprising a board divided into a first area, the Spirit World, consisting of all squares on the border forming a square ring and a second area, the Cardinal World, consisting of all the squares enclosed by the Spirit World. The pieces comprise conventional chess pieces, non-conventional chess pieces that are present at the beginning of the game and non-conventional chess pieces that are not present on the board at the beginning of the game. The rules allow the pieces to change color, to move from the Spirit World to the Cardinal World and vice versa, to kill members pieces of their own color, to move in lock step, two at the time, to come back to life after they have been killed by an opponent's piece, to be cloned, and to acquire abilities of belonging to pieces that have been killed. | 03-25-2010 |
Kimberly Palmer, Irvine, CA US
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20130068640 | CLEANING KIT FOR STROLLER - An organic stroller cleaning kit is provided and includes various cleaning products that are formed of all-natural ingredients and therefore, are infant and child friendly. | 03-21-2013 |
Kimberly Peiler, Northville, MI US
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20120218773 | SEMICONDUCTOR LUMINAIRE - A semiconductor luminaire includes a carrier; an optoelectronic semiconductor chip mounted on the carrier, the semiconductor chip emitting ultraviolet or visible radiation; a luminaire housing not covering the semiconductor chip in a direction of main emittance; an optical cover placed downstream of the semiconductor chip in a direction of mails emittance: and an index matching layer located between the semiconductor chip mid the optical cover, wherein the optical cover provides a radiation exit surface of the luminaire, and wherein radiation running along the direction of main emittance from the semiconductor chip to the radiation exit surface solely propagates in solid or liquid materials. | 08-30-2012 |
Kimberly Peiler, Canton, MI US
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20090321749 | Light Emitting Device and Method of Manufacturing a Light Emitting Device - A light emitting device comprising a heat sink, a dielectric layer arranged on the heat sink, a heat conductive layer arranged on the dielectric layer, an undercoating arranged on at least a part of the heat conductive layer, and a light emitting chip attached to the heat conductive layer by means of the undercoating. | 12-31-2009 |
20110110116 | Optical Arrangement and Production Method - An optical arrangement comprises a light guide and a light source for illuminating the light guide. The light guide comprises a transparent substrate layer and a transparent layer. The light guide has a light extraction surface on a surface of the substrate layer. The transparent layer is arranged on the surface of the substrate layer opposite to the light extraction surface, or the transparent layer is arranged on the light extraction surface of the substrate layer. The transparent layer contains means for improving light extraction. Further, a method for production a light guide is provided. | 05-12-2011 |
20120235202 | Light Emitting Device and Method of Manufacturing a Light Emitting Device - A light emitting device comprising a heat sink, a dielectric layer arranged on the heat sink, a heat conductive layer arranged on the dielectric layer, an undercoating arranged on at least a part of the heat conductive layer, and a light emitting chip attached to the heat conductive layer by means of the undercoating. | 09-20-2012 |
Kimberly Pennente, Maple Glen, PA US
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20100228569 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DECODING PAYER IDENTIFICATION IN HEALTH CARE DATA RECORDS - Processing arrangements and methods are provided for the automated decoding or translation of information in healthcare data records, which are coded in a non-standardized or varying formats. A data record which contains information, a portion which is recognized and another portion of which is new, is decoded or translated using a statistical mapping rule. The mapping rule assigns a most likely translation value to the information based on the recognized portion of the information. The statistical mapping rules are established by analysis of a set of previously decoded data records. | 09-09-2010 |
20120030259 | Systems and Methods For Decoding Payer Identification In Health Care Data Records - Processing arrangements and methods are provided for the automated decoding or translation of information in healthcare data records, which are coded in a non-standardized or varying formats. A data record which contains information, a portion which is recognized and another portion of which is new, is decoded or translated using a statistical mapping rule. The mapping rule assigns a most likely translation value to the information based on the recognized portion of the information. The statistical mapping rules are established by analysis of a set of previously decoded data records. | 02-02-2012 |
Kimberly Risma, Cincinnati, OH US
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20140030725 | MUTANT PROTEASE BIOSENSORS WITH ENHANCED DETECTION CHARACTERISTICS - A polynucleotide encoding a biosensor polypeptide comprising a modified circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase and a linker linking the C-terminal portion of the thermostable luciferase to the N-terminal portion of the thermostable luciferase. The modified circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase is modified relative to a parental circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase. The linker contains a sensor region capable of interacting with a target molecule in a cell. The modified circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase has an enhanced response after interaction of the biosensor with the target molecule relative to the parental circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase in the presence of the target molecule. Alternatively, the modified circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase has an enhanced response after interaction of the biosensor with the target molecule relative to the modified circularly-permuted thermostable luciferase in the absence of the target molecule. | 01-30-2014 |
Kimberly Ryland, Omaha, NE US
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20090126113 | Rotatable Surgery Table - A surgical table for infants and small animals has a bed assembly that is rotatable. The bed assembly includes a stationary plate and a rotating plate with a brake that controls rotation. The bed assembly may be connected by a clamp to the frame of a conventional operating table and supported alongside or above. The bed assembly may also be permanently mounted on its own vertical support. The bed assembly may also be permanently mounted to the operating table by an articulated clamp that allows the bed assembly to be stored alongside. A central opening is present in both plates so that hoses and wires connected to the patient will pass through this opening to permit rotation of the patient with the table with no stress on the hoses or wires where they connect to the patient. | 05-21-2009 |
20110252564 | Rotatable Surgery Table - A surgical table for infants and small animals has a bed assembly that is rotatable. The bed assembly includes a stationary plate and a rotating plate with a brake that controls rotation. The bed assembly may be connected by a clamp to the frame of a conventional operating table and supported alongside or above. The bed assembly may also be permanently mounted on its own vertical support. The bed assembly may also be permanently mounted to the operating table by an articulated clamp that allows the bed assembly to be stored alongside. A central opening is present in both plates so that hoses and wires connected to the patient will pass through this opening to permit rotation of the patient with the table with no stress on the hoses or wires where they connect to the patient. | 10-20-2011 |
Kimberly Screen, Las Vegas, NV US
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20120253301 | LOTION APPLICATOR AND METHOD THEREFOR - A device for applying lotion to a user's body has a foam layer. A cover layer is applied to a top surface of the foam layer. A pair of openings formed through the foam layer and the cover layer. A reinforcement layer is applied around each opening. | 10-04-2012 |
20140250620 | LOTION APPLICATOR AND METHOD THEREFOR - A device for applying lotion to a user's body has a foam layer. A cover layer is applied to a top surface of the foam layer. A pair of openings formed through the foam layer and the cover layer. A reinforcement layer is applied around each opening. A tab member is formed along an outer perimeter of the strip member. | 09-11-2014 |
Kimberly Simancas, Stuttgart DE
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20150252164 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN IN-SITU PUR FOAM - A system for producing an in-situ foam, which comprises the components | 09-10-2015 |
Kimberly Spreen, Atlanta, GA US
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20090286210 | Methods and Systems for Providing Interactive Content - Embodiments of the invention provide an interactive system that can receive input and present content in an interactive manner. | 11-19-2009 |
Kimberly Stavrinakis, Richmond, VT US
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20090132254 | DIAGNOSTIC REPORT BASED ON QUALITY OF USER'S REPORT DICTATION - A system and method are provided for automatically routing a diagnostic interpretation from diagnostic data received from a diagnostic source. The diagnostic interpretation is produced automatically using a voice recognition system. Along with the transcription of the interpretation, the voice recognition system returns a level of confidence of the voice recognition. Based on this level of confidence, the system automatically routes the transcribed interpretation to the appropriate destination for further processing. | 05-21-2009 |
20090287487 | Systems and Methods for a Visual Indicator to Track Medical Report Dictation Progress - Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a system for medical report dictation including a database component, a voice recognition component, and a user interface component. The database component is adapted to store a plurality of available templates. Each of the plurality of available templates is associated with a template cue. Each template cue includes a list of elements. The voice recognition component is adapted to convert a voice data input to a transcription data output. The user interface component is adapted to receive voice data from a user related to an image and the user interface component is adapted to present a visual indicator to the user. The visual indicator is based on a template cue associated with a template selected from the plurality of available templates. The user interface utilizes the voice recognition component to update the visual indicator. | 11-19-2009 |
20100223067 | METHODS AND SYSTEM TO IDENTIFY EXAMS WITH SIGNIFICANT FINDINGS - Methods and system to identify similar exams are described. An example computer-implemented method to identify similar exams includes selecting a category. Additionally, the example method includes comparing the selected category to records associated with exams to identify any of the exams that include information related to the category. Further, the example method includes displaying the exams identified as related to the category to a healthcare practitioner. Further still, the example method includes visually differentiating at least one of the displayed exams based on a significance level associated with the at least one of the displayed exams. | 09-02-2010 |
Kimberly Subrahmanyan, Los Altos, CA US
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20130280145 | LIQUID HANDLER WITH DUAL PIPETTING GROUPS - An automated liquid handling system is disclosed. A system includes a first pipetting group, which includes at least one pipettor, movably arranged on a first arm; and a second pipetting group, which includes at least one pipettor, movably arranged on a second arm, wherein the first arm and the second arm are movably arranged on at least one track such that the first arm and the second arm can independently move along the at least one track while keeping the first arm parallel with the second arm, wherein the at least one pipettor of the first pipetting group is arranged on a side of the first arm facing the second pipetting group, wherein the at least one pipettor of the second pipetting group is arranged on a side of the second arm facing the first pipetting group. | 10-24-2013 |
Kimberly Sut, Gary, IN US
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20150245724 | MULTIFUNCTIONAL CLOTHING HANGER - A multifunctional clothing hanger includes an integrally molded frame formed by a cross bar, connecting end pieces having a pair of ends of which a respective first end is attached at each end of the cross bar, a pair of outwardly extending arms having a pair of ends where respective first ends are connected to a respective connecting end piece and the respective second ends are attached to each other and to a hook that is used for hanging the hanger from a pole within a closet. In one embodiment, the cross bar of the hanger frame is formed with a series of U-shaped loops, while the respective outwardly extending arms are formed with a plurality of downward facing T-shaped hooks. In another embodiment of the invention, the hanger is provided with a second cross bar that is disposed a spaced distance below the first cross bar and is provided with several, spaced divider posts that are attached between and to the first and second cross bars so as to form several compartments. The various loops, hooks and compartments that are formed on the hanger allow it to have a multiplicity of uses besides just hanging a single article of clothing, such as hanging jewelry, scarves, belts, earrings, and several similarly constructed articles of clothing in a simultaneous fashion. The multifunctional hanger allows a greater utilization of often lacking storage space within a closet of a residential home. | 09-03-2015 |
Kimberly Tenpasbell, Huntington Beach, CA US
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20140019038 | AIRCRAFT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING NAVIGATION PERFORMANCE - A high integrity navigation system and method are provided. The method comprises performing a cyclic redundancy check (CRC) of a desired flight path of an aircraft, for example an approach to an airport, and comparing the CRC with a stored CRC performed on the identified flight path. If the comparison exceeds a first threshold, a first alert is provided wherein the pilot is to perform a published missed approach. A second alert, also requiring a missed approach, is provided when one or more comparisons are performed of a sensor position of the aircraft with the high integrity flight path; a defined flight path with the high integrity flight path; and the sensor position with an aircraft position determined by a flight management system, and thresholds are exceeded. | 01-16-2014 |
Kimberly Vorse, Ketchum, ID US
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20090234198 | HEALTHCARE KNOWLEDGEBASE - A method is provided for automatically retrieving information from a computerized healthcare knowledgebase. The method involves collecting data about a user from one or more biometric sensors, analyzing the data to determine a condition of the user, processing the user condition information to formulate a query of the computerized healthcare knowledgebase for relevant content, and presenting the relevant content to the user in an automated fashion. The healthcare knowledgebase includes a plurality of records having a reference to healthcare related multimedia content and numeric biometric limit parameters indicating one or more physiological conditions to which the referenced content is relevant. The numeric biometric limit parameters may include rolling statistical information that is updated periodically based on data collected from a plurality of users over time. | 09-17-2009 |
Kimberly Waggie, Seattle, WA US
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20100092465 | TREATMENT OF GRAFT-VERSUS-HOST DISEASE - Methods for treating graft-versus-host disease, methods for reducing symptoms of graft-versus-host disease, and methods of reducing the severity of graft-versus-host disease in a patient are disclosed. The methods comprise administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of an IL-27 antagonist in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle. IL-27 antagonists include soluble IL-27RA proteins and antagonists that comprise an antigen-binding site of an antibody. | 04-15-2010 |
Kimberly Walsh, Reno, NV US
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20150129490 | Low Soluble Iron Diatomite Filter Aids - Processes for manufacturing low soluble iron diatomite filter aids and such filter aids are disclosed. Aluminum oxide and/or aluminum hydroxide are used as additives when preparing the flux-calcined diatomite filter aids. As compared to either straight-calcined or soda ash flux-calcined diatomite filter aids of similar permeabilities made from the same ore, the disclosed filter aids have lower soluble iron levels. For instance, disclosed filter aids of about 0.5 to about 2.0 Darcy were made using either an aluminum oxide or aluminum hydroxide additive with soda ash. The disclosed filter aids may have an EBC soluble iron content of less than 80 ppm versus 130 ppm for similar filter aids that were made from the same ore and flux-calcined with just soda ash. | 05-14-2015 |
Kimberly Winthrop, West Palm Beach, FL US
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20150305530 | Novelty Vessel Accessory - A novelty vessel accessory may include an external surface having an upper external portion and a lower external portion, a lower opening situated at the bottom of the external surface, and an engaging internal surface substantially concentric to the lower external portion and defining an annulus between the lower external portion and the engaging internal surface. The novelty vessel accessory may include an upper opening situated at the top of the external surface and a conduit internal surface substantially concentric to the upper external portion and defining an annulus between the upper external portion and the conduit internal surface. The novelty vessel accessory may have its external surface formed into an advantageous shape or have an advantageous color. The novelty vessel accessory may include a vessel insertion lip connected to the top of its engaging internal surface and extending down substantially concentric to the engaging internal surface such that the vessel insertion lip and engaging internal surface sandwich the upper portion of the open mouth of the inserted cylindrical vessel. The novelty vessel accessory may also include a flow-control member connected to the top of its engaging internal surface such that fluid exiting the mouth an inserted cylindrical vessel pass through the flow-control member and the top opening. The novelty vessel accessory may also include a removable stopper member engaged with its upper opening, wherein fluids are prevented from exiting the upper opening until the removable stopper member is removed. | 10-29-2015 |
Kimberly Wong, Albuquerque, NM US
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20100243815 | Payload Quick Release for an Aerial System - A payload quick release mechanism for an unmanned aerial vehicle is provided. This mechanism is affixed to a structure on the unmanned aerial vehicle, and allows for quick attachment and removal of a payload from the unmanned aerial vehicle. The attachment device comprises a body with a perimeter and a plurality of arms that extend from the body perimeter. Each arm comprises an indented section, within which a tab extending from the payload top may be placed. When the payload tab rests within the indented section, the payload is prevented from translation and is attached to the mechanism. | 09-30-2010 |
Kimberly Yeatts, Tempe, AZ US
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20150152474 | BIOMARKER COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS - Biomarkers can be assessed for diagnostic, therapy-related or prognostic methods to identify phenotypes, such as a condition or disease, or the stage or progression of a disease, select candidate treatment regimens for diseases, conditions, disease stages, and stages of a condition, and to determine treatment efficacy. Circulating biomarkers from a bodily fluid can be used in profiling of physiological states or determining phenotypes. These include nucleic acids, protein, and circulating structures such as vesicles, and nucleic acid-protein complexes. | 06-04-2015 |
Kimberly Yess, St. James, MO US
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20110171478 | ACID-ETCH RESISTANT, PROTECTIVE COATINGS - New compositions and methods of using those compositions as protective layers during the production of semiconductor and MEMS devices are provided. The compositions comprise a cycloolefin copolymer dispersed or dissolved in a solvent system, and can be used to form layers that protect a substrate during acid etching and other processing and handling. The protective layer can be photosensitive or non-photosensitive, and can be used with or without a primer layer beneath the protective layer. Preferred primer layers comprise a basic polymer in a solvent system. | 07-14-2011 |
Kimberly Zargarian, San Diego, CA US
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20080220239 | INK-JET RECORDING MEDIUM FOR DYE- OR PIGMENT -BASED INK-JET INKS - The present invention is drawn to a method of preparing a porous media substrate, comprising combining metal or semi-metal oxide particulates with a polymeric binder, wherein the metal or semi-metal oxide particulates are associated with at least one water soluble coating formulation additive. At least a portion of the water soluble coating formulation additive i) is in the form of unreacted additive, or ii) generates undesired electrolytes. Additional steps include removing at least a portion of the unreacted additive or undesired electrolytes, either before or after combining the metal or semi-metal oxide particulates with the polymeric binder, thereby forming a refined coating composition; and applying the refined coating composition to a media substrate to form an ink-receiving layer having a porous surface. | 09-11-2008 |