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Anthony Eugene Payne, Lexington, KY US
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20100235458 | METHOD OF RETRACTING AN INSTANT MESSAGE - Described is a method for retracting an instant message from a receiver in an instant messaging session. A request is made to retract the instant message from the receiver. If the receiver is present in the session, the instant message is removed from the user interface of the receiver. Notification is sent to the requestor to indicate whether the instant message was successfully retracted and whether the instant message was saved by the receiver. Optionally, the method allows an entry made in an instant messaging log to be retracted when the corresponding instant message is retracted. | 09-16-2010 |
Anthony L. Payne, Gainesville, VA US
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20090084839 | METHOD OF PACKAGING FINANCIAL TRANSACTION INSTRUMENTS, PARTICULARLY STORED VALUE CARDS - A method of packaging financial transaction instruments includes preparing a batch of cards, where each card is provided with a first piece of machine readable information, and where the cards in the batch are in an order. A batch of packaging blanks is prepared, where each packaging blank is provided with a second piece of machine readable information. Each packaging blank is provided with a third piece of machine readable information, which is recorded onto a magnetic stripe carried by the packaging blank. A card is picked from a first ordinal position in the batch of prepared cards. A packaging blank is picked from a position, corresponding to the first ordinal position, in the batch of prepared packaging blanks. The picked card in the picked packaging blank is enclosed if and only if a matching condition is verified between the first and second pieces of information is verified. | 04-02-2009 |
20090277808 | Methods and Apparatus for Prepaid Card Packaging - Techniques for providing cost effective and tamper evident prepaid card packaging are described. By containing a relatively wide glued area by gluing two relatively tin side panels together, the resulting package is highly resistant to being slit open on an edge without the effort to open the package being highly evident. A foldover magnetic stripe panel provides additional thickness to a portion of the package typically read by a magnetic strip reader while allowing very thin side panels. | 11-12-2009 |
Bryan Jacob Payne, Plainfield, IN US
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20090114778 | TRASH CONTAINER HOLDER - The present invention relates generally to trash container holders that may be temporarily or permanently attached to supports such as trees, campers, and porches. | 05-07-2009 |
Charles Mike Payne, Leland, MS US
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20110180539 | DEVICE TO PREVENT REMOVAL OF FUEL AND OIL CAPS - A device to prevent removal of fuel and oil caps includes: a pin having a shaft, a flat head at an end of the shaft, and an aperture through the shaft; a washer that fits over the shaft of the pin and retains the head of the pin; an adhesive that fixes the washer to the cap; a cover that is rotatably retained over the cap by the pin; and a lock that engages with the aperture in the shaft, thereby rotatably retaining the cover over the cap and deterring removal of the cap. The adhesive may be sticky tape. A kit also includes sandpaper to clean the cap. | 07-28-2011 |
20130133385 | DEVICE TO PREVENT REMOVAL OF FUEL AND OIL CAPS - A device to prevent removal of fuel and oil caps includes a pin having a shaft with a first and second end; a head at the first end of the shaft; a locking element at the second end of the shaft; a pad having an adhesive surface that fixes to the cap; a grommet that forms an aperture in the pad that receives the shaft of the pin so that the pad rotatably retains the pin to the cap; and a cover that is rotatably retained over the cap by the pin and the locking element so that the cap generally covers the cap and rotates independently from the cap, thereby deterring removal of the cap. | 05-30-2013 |
Cynthia Ann Payne, Plainfield, IN US
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20090114778 | TRASH CONTAINER HOLDER - The present invention relates generally to trash container holders that may be temporarily or permanently attached to supports such as trees, campers, and porches. | 05-07-2009 |
David A. Payne, Phoenix, AZ US
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20080298958 | GEAR ASSEMLBY INCLUDING A WEAR COMPONENT FOR USE WITH METAL HOUSINGS - A gear assembly is provided for use in a metal housing having a bore formed therein. The gear assembly includes a plurality of rotating gear members and at least one bushing for supporting the plurality of rotating gear members. A wear component, defined by a ring-like structure and including an opening defined therein, is provided. The plurality of rotating gear members are disposed within the opening of the wear component. The wear component is received inside of and in close tolerance with the bore. The wear component is in direct contact with the plurality of rotating gear members thereby minimizing damage to an interior surface of the bore. | 12-04-2008 |
20090192668 | DATA RECORDER AND STORAGE SYSTEM FOR LINE REPLACEABLE UNIT - A data recorder is configured to be mounted to a line replaceable unit (LRU) and utilized in conjunction with a service monitor. The data recorder includes a memory, a processor coupled to the memory and configured to store operational data pertaining to the LRU in the memory, and a monitor interface coupled to the memory. The monitor interface is configured to be coupled to the service monitor to permit access to the operational data stored in the memory. | 07-30-2009 |
20100180432 | ACTUATOR MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES, ACTUATOR ASSEMBLIES, AND METHODS OF ADJUSTING AN ACTUATOR - An actuator mounting assembly includes a cap, a rod, a spring mechanism, and a switch assembly. The cap is adapted to couple to an actuator. The rod extends through the cap and includes a first end adapted to extend through the actuator and a second end adapted to attach to a fixed location. The spring mechanism is disposed in the cap cavity, is compressible, and has a predetermined preload. The switch assembly is disposed in the cap and adapted to sense relative positioning between the rod and the cap and to provide signals based on the sensed relative positioning. When the rod and the cap are in a first relative position, the switch assembly provides a first signal to the actuator to allow the cap to move axially relative to the rod, but when in a second relative position, the switch assembly discontinues providing the first signal to the actuator. | 07-22-2010 |
20100204852 | PROGNOSTIC AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT ACCURACY MAINTENANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A prognostic and health accuracy maintenance system and method for a system following on-site replacement of a component in the system is provided. A system characterization model of at least portions of the system is generated and embedded within a controller in the system. The system characterization model is adapted to receive a plurality of signals that are each representative of an operational parameter within the system and is responsive to each of the signals to generate simulation response data and determine system health based, at least in part, on the simulation response data. When a component within the system is replaced, a determination is made as to whether the replacement component exhibits one or more operational performance characteristics that differ from the component it replaced. If so, the embedded system characterization model is updated in-situ. | 08-12-2010 |
20110010069 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method of monitoring oil consumption in a gas turbine engine system are provided. When the gas turbine engine is not running the reservoir oil level, reservoir oil temperature, and reservoir attitude are sensed. The current gas turbine engine system oil quantity is determined based on at least the sensed reservoir oil level, the sensed reservoir oil temperature, and the sensed reservoir attitude. When a predetermined event has occurred, an average gas turbine engine system oil quantity is automatically calculated. The gas turbine engine system oil consumption rate is determined from a plurality of the average oil quantities. | 01-13-2011 |
20110147322 | LUBRICANT SUPPLY FILTRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method of filtering lubricant in a lubricant supply system are provided. Lubricant from a lubricant source is directed into and through a coarse filter that is configured to remove, from the lubricant, particulate of at least a first dimension. A fraction of the lubricant discharged from the coarse filter is directed into and through a fine filter that is configured to remove, from the fraction of lubricant, particulate having at least a second dimension that is less than the first dimension. Lubricant discharged from the fine filter is directed back to the lubricant source. | 06-23-2011 |
David J. Payne, Collierville, TN US
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20110213727 | Residential Delivery Indicator - This invention provides methods, apparatus, and systems for classifying addresses. An address is evaluated based upon a postal code or standardized postal code, such as a U.S. Postal Service ZIP+4 code, serving the address. If the address cannot be classified based on the standardized postal code, the address is classified based on additional information, such as a U.S. Postal Service delivery point code. A mailer may then determine whether the address is a business or residential (or non-business) address. Furthermore, a mailer may predict when surcharges may apply and compare the rates of various carriers. | 09-01-2011 |
David James Payne, Collierville, TN US
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20100230328 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by uniquely identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. In one embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. In another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. In yet another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 09-16-2010 |
20130008949 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by uniquely identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. In one embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. In another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. In yet another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 01-10-2013 |
20130008951 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by uniquely identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. In one embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. In another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. In yet another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 01-10-2013 |
20130013101 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. Systems and methods can use intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. Systems and methods can use intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. Systems and methods can use intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 01-10-2013 |
20130013102 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by uniquely identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. In one embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. In another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. In yet another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 01-10-2013 |
20140058558 | INTELLIGENT BARCODE SYSTEMS - Systems and methods using intelligent barcodes for processing mail, packages, or other items in transport are provided. Systems and methods allowing end-to-end visibility of a mail stream by uniquely identifying and tracking mail pieces are also provided. Systems and methods include the use of standardized intelligent barcodes on mail pieces, a seamless process for mail acceptance, continuous mail piece tracking, and feedback on mail quality in real time. In one embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to provide enhanced acceptance, sorting, tracking, address correction, forwarding, and delivery services. In another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow a mailing service to identify a mail piece as undeliverable-as-addressed (UAA) and determine a final disposition for the mail piece. In yet another embodiment, systems and methods using intelligent barcodes allow mailers more visibility into the mail stream and information on the quality of their mailings. | 02-27-2014 |
David S. Payne, West Seneca, NY US
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20110217430 | THERMOPLASTIC AND BIODEGRADABLE POLYMER FOAMS CONTAINING OXYGEN SCAVENGER - The invention relates to an oxygen scavenging material comprising an oxygen scavenger disbursed in a low density foam, wherein the oxygen scavenger has a particle size of less than 25 μm. In another embodiment the invention relates to a product package comprising a foam tray, product in the tray, and a polymer cover surrounding the meat and tray, wherein the foam tray comprises an oxygen scavenging material, wherein the oxygen scavenging material comprises an oxygen scavenger disbursed in the foam and wherein the oxygen scavenger has a particle size of less than 25 μm. | 09-08-2011 |
20110243483 | OXYGEN AND CARBON DIOXIDE ABSORPTION IN A SINGLE USE CONTAINER - The invention provides for an extended shelf life package comprising a material for human ingestion that degrades by oxidation, comprising an oxygen scavenger comprising a transition metal oxygen scavenger, a container substantially impervious to oxygen, wherein the container has a filter suspended in the container, the filter holds the material for human ingestion, and the container also holds the oxygen scavenger. | 10-06-2011 |
20110244085 | OXYGEN, WATER VAPOR, AND CARBON DIOXIDE ABSORPTION IN A SINGLE USE CONTAINER - The invention provides for an extended shelf life single portion package including a container having therein a material for mammal ingestion that degrades by exposure to oxygen, water vapor, or carbon dioxide, an absorber selected from at least one of a carbon dioxide absorber, water vapor absorber, and oxygen scavenger wherein the container is substantially impervious to oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water vapor. | 10-06-2011 |
20110306488 | OXYGEN ADSORBER WITH GLYCERIN AND CHABAZITE - An oxygen absorber includes iron, chabazite, water and glycerin. The oxygen absorber provides quicker oxygen uptake without excessive heating. | 12-15-2011 |
20120015081 | OXYGEN AND CARBON DIOXIDE ABSORPTION IN A SINGLE USE CONTAINER - The invention provides for an extended shelf life package comprising a material for mammal ingestion that degrades by oxidation, comprising an oxygen scavenger comprising a transition metal oxygen scavenger, a container substantially impervious to oxygen, wherein the container has a filter suspended in the container, the filter holds the material for mammal ingestion, and the container also holds the oxygen scavenger. | 01-19-2012 |
20120171333 | OXYGEN AND CARBON DIOXIDE ABSORPTION IN A SINGLE USE CONTAINER WITH AN ABSORBENT SUPPORT BELOW THE FILTER - The invention provides an extended shelf life package comprising a material for mammal ingestion that degrades by oxidation, comprising an oxygen scavenger comprising a transition metal oxygen scavenger, a container substantially impervious to oxygen, wherein the container has a filter suspended in the container, the filter holds the material for mammal ingestion, the container also holds a support for the filter below the filter, and wherein the support holds the oxygen scavenger. | 07-05-2012 |
20120257951 | MATERIAL HANDLING APPARATUS - A material handling apparatus for conveying an article having a ferromagnetic component includes a hopper, a discharge, and a magnet. The hopper has an inlet and outlet and defines a hopper volume for receiving a plurality of the articles to be conveyed. The discharge is spaced from and downstream of the hopper. The magnet is movable between an attracting position proximate the hopper and a discharge position proximate the discharge. | 10-11-2012 |
20130231398 | CHABAZITE AND CLINOPTILOLITE IN OXYGEN ABSORBERS - This invention relates generally to an oxygen absorber and more particularly, to oxygen absorbers including iron and one or more oxygen and water absorbing feldspars such as Chabazite and Clinoptilolite. | 09-05-2013 |
Doug Payne, Boca Raton, FL US
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20100087866 | MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY PEDICLE SCREW SYSTEM - The present invention provides a minimally invasive surgery pedicle screw system, including: a plurality of slotted guides that are selectively inserted through one or more surgical incisions; a plurality of pedicle screws selectively coupled to the plurality of slotted guides that are selectively secured to one or more bony anatomical structures; a pendulum mechanism selectively translatably and pivotably coupled to one of the plurality of slotted guides; and a connecting rod selectively translatably and pivotably coupled to one of the plurality of slotted guides; wherein the pendulum mechanism is selectively coupled to the connecting rod. The connecting rod is selectively secured to one or more of the plurality of pedicle screws. | 04-08-2010 |
Ed Payne, Greensboro, NC US
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20090084840 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAYMENT AT A POINT-OF-SALE TERMINAL - A point-of-sale terminal comprises a processor, memory operatively coupled to the processor, a display screen operatively coupled to the processor and configured to display transaction information and a reader operatively coupled to the processor and configured to read a first two-dimensional encoded image pattern comprising payment information and personal security information necessary to complete a transaction. The processor is configured to decipher the first two-dimensional encoded image pattern to obtain the payment information and personal security information and complete the transaction based on this information. The personal security information comprises at least one of GPS information, time and date information, handheld device information and PIN information. The display may be configured to display a second two dimensional encoded image pattern generated by the processor that comprises transaction information readable by a handheld device that generates the first two-dimensional encoded image in response to the second two dimensional encoded image. | 04-02-2009 |
20100012715 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAIRING A BLUETOOTH DEVICE WITH A POINT-OF-SALE TERMINAL - A method of connecting a wireless unit to a point-of-sale terminal comprises providing a wireless unit having a display and image reader, and providing a point-of-sale terminal to wirelessly connect to said wireless unit, said point-of-sale terminal having a display and an image reader. The method further comprises the steps of displaying a first barcode on one of said wireless unit display and said point-of-sale terminal, said first barcode containing information necessary to pair the wireless unit with the point-of-sale terminal, reading said displayed first barcode with said image reader of the other of said wireless unit and said point-of-sale terminal, displaying a second barcode on said other of said wireless unit and said point-of-sale terminal in response to said first barcode, reading said displayed second barcode with said image reader of said one of said wireless unit and said point-of-sale terminal and wirelessly pairing said wireless unit to said point-of-sale terminal based on said first and said second barcode data. | 01-21-2010 |
20130134214 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAIRING A BLUETOOTH DEVICE WITH A POINT-OF-SALE TERMINAL - A method of completing a transaction at a point-of-sale terminal using payment information contained on a wireless unit of a customer. The method comprises providing a point-of-sale terminal capable of wirelessly connecting with a wireless unit of a customer desiring to complete a transaction. The point-of-sale terminal is used to perform at least one of reading a barcode displayed on the wireless unit containing short range network pairing information, or displaying a barcode containing short range network pairing information for reading by the wireless unit, to thereby establish a short range wireless network between the point-of-sale terminal and the wireless unit of the customer. Via the short range wireless network, transaction data is received from the wireless unit of the customer containing payment information. The transaction data is then used to effect payment for the transaction and thereby complete the transaction. | 05-30-2013 |
Edward Payne, Greensboro, NC US
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20100139782 | DISPENSING EQUIPMENT UTILIZING CORIOLIS FLOW METERS - An apparatus for dispensing liquid fuel comprises a plurality of inlet valves, each connected in-line with a respective inlet pipe in fluid communication with a respective source of a specific liquid fuel. A plurality of outlet valves are also provided, each connected in-line with a respective outlet pipe. A respective fuel hose is in fluid communication with each of the outlet pipes. The apparatus further comprises a coriolis flow meter located between the inlet valves and outlet valves, the coriolis flow meter providing a flow signal indicative of flow therethrough. A controller is operative to receive the flow signal and control the valves such that selected inputs of specific liquid fuels are dispensed to at least one of the fuel hoses. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, the selected inputs of specific liquid fuels may include individual liquid fuels and blended combinations thereof. For example, the specific liquid fuels may include at least two of the following: a first octane gasoline, a second octane gasoline, diesel fuel, biodiesel and ethanol. | 06-10-2010 |
20110224884 | FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A fuel control system and method for providing fuel to an internal combustion engine are provided. The fuel control system generally includes at least one valve device structured to deliver a fuel supply to the engine, a first fuel source structured to provide a primary fuel to the valve device, a second fuel source structured to provide an alternate fuel to the valve device, and an electronic controller structured to control the valve device. The electronic controller controls the valve device as a function of various data to selectively deliver the primary fuel and the alternate fuel to generate a fuel supply, e.g. as a mixture of the two fuels. The data used to control the fuel supply may include GPS data, engine data, environmental data, and/or other operational data. | 09-15-2011 |
20130025574 | ALTERNATE FUEL STORAGE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A fuel tank for storing an alternate fuel and providing the fuel to an internal combustion engine includes: an inner shell with an internal cavity designed to store fuel; an outer shell configured and positioned relative to the inner shell such that an interstitial volume is created between the inner and outer shells; and a heating unit positioned in the interstitial volume. In some embodiments, the interstitial volume is filled with air; in other embodiments, the interstitial volume is filled with a thermally insulative material. | 01-31-2013 |
20140251292 | FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A fuel control system and method for providing fuel to an internal combustion engine are provided. The fuel control system generally includes at least one valve device structured to deliver a fuel supply to the engine, a first fuel source structured to provide a primary fuel to the valve device, a second fuel source structured to provide an alternate fuel to the valve device, and an electronic controller structured to control the valve device. The electronic controller controls the valve device as a function of various data to selectively deliver the primary fuel and the alternate fuel to generate a fuel supply, e.g. as a mixture of the two fuels. The data used to control the fuel supply may include GPS data, engine data, environmental data, and/or other operational data. | 09-11-2014 |
Eric Payne, Gaithersburg, MD US
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20100105060 | FAST RESULTS HYBRID CAPTURE ASSAY ON AN AUTOMATED PLATFORM - The present invention comprises a method that provides fast and reliable results for detecting the presence of a target nucleic acid molecule in a sample. | 04-29-2010 |
20100159463 | FAST RESULTS HYBRID CAPTURE ASSAY AND SYSTEM - The present invention comprises a method that provides fast and reliable results for detecting the presence of a target nucleic acid molecule in a sample. | 06-24-2010 |
Forrest W. Payne, Fayetteville, AR US
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20090308752 | Electrochemical Pump - The invention provides electrochemically-based methods and devices for producing fluid flow and/or changes in fluid pressure. In the methods and devices of the invention, current passes through a divided electrochemical cell. Adjacent compartments of the cell are divided by an ionically conducting separator. Each compartment includes an electrode and an electrolyte solution or ionic liquid. The electrolyte solution(s) or ionic liquid(s) and the ionically conducting separator are selected to obtain the desired relationship between the current through the cell and the fluid flowrate and/or change in fluid pressure. | 12-17-2009 |
Frederick A. Payne, Lexington, KY US
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20090176265 | METHOD OF ASSESSING BIOLOGICAL TEST SPECIMEN - A method of assessing a biological test specimen includes the steps of detecting an acoustic emission produced by the biological test specimen and comparing the detected acoustic emission to a compilation of acoustic emissions produced by known biological sources. The method further includes the monitoring of various attributes of the test specimen. | 07-09-2009 |
Frederick Alan Payne, Lexington, KY US
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20080230606 | SECURITY MONITORING SYSTEM FOR A BULK FOODSTUFF TRANSPORT CONTAINER - A security monitoring system provides for the secure transport of a bulk foodstuff container. The system includes an electromechanical locking mechanism allowing access by only authorized persons, a positional locator for determining the geographical position of the bulk foodstuff transport container, and a controller associated with the transport container. The controller controls operation of the electromechanical locking mechanism, stores data received from the electromechanical locking mechanism and the positional locator, and communicates with a remote data processor in near real time. A handheld user interface device is configured to control operation of the controller, to process and store data received from the controller, and to communicate with the remote data processor. Unique identifiers are provided for the bulk foodstuff transport container, the transport vehicle, any storage container from which or into which a bulk foodstuff is transferred, and any authorized operator of the security monitoring system. | 09-25-2008 |
20080268110 | ONLINE, CONTINUOUS SENSOR AND METHOD FOR CURD MOISTURE CONTENT CONTROL IN CHEESE MAKING - A method is provided for improving quality of cheese produced from a milk batch. A light beam from an incident light source impinges onto a surface of the milk batch, and light backscatter is optically detected during a coagulation process and correlated to an optimum cutting time for the milk coagulum. Next, light backscattered from a curd and whey mixture derived from the milk batch during a syneresis process is optically detected and correlated to an optimum syneresis endpoint. At least one of the backscattered light data, optical parameters developed from analysis of the backscattered light data, and whey fat dilution are correlated to at least one of a milk protein %, a milk fat %, a milk total solids content, a milk processing temperature, a curd moisture content, a curd moisture change over time, whey fat content, a whey fat loss, and a final curd yield. | 10-30-2008 |
20080270063 | Method of improving cheese quality - A method is provided for improving the quality of cheese produced from a curd and whey mixture. The method comprises the steps of monitoring the curd and whey mixture during syneresis processing to collect color data, comparing the color data to a predetermined standard and terminating syneresis when the color meets the predetermined standard or, alternatively, analyzing the color data obtained to generate kinetic parameters that can be used to predict the end point of syneresis to improve control of curd moisture content. | 10-30-2008 |
20110114721 | SECURITY MONITORING SYSTEM FOR A BULK FOODSTUFF TRANSPORT CONTAINER - A security monitoring system provides for the secure transport of cargo, such as in a bulk foodstuff transport container. The system includes an electromechanical locking mechanism allowing access by only authorized persons, a positional locator for determining the geographical position of the transport container, and a controller associated with the transport container. The controller controls operation of the electromechanical locking mechanism, stores data received from the electromechanical locking mechanism and the positional locator, and communicates with a remote data processor in near real time. A handheld user interface device is configured to control operation of the controller, to process and store data received from the controller, and to communicate with the remote data processor. Unique identifiers are provided for the transport container, the transport vehicle, any storage container from which or into which cargo is transferred, and optionally any authorized operator of the security monitoring system. | 05-19-2011 |
Fred V. Payne, St. Augustine, FL US
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20090289142 | Apparatus and Method for Applying an Underlayment Layer to Trucking Cargo - An apparatus and method for applying an underlayment layer to trucking cargo are provided. The underlayment layer may be formed into a roll with a rod disposed therethrough. The roll may be supported by a frame. The roll can be configured to move vertically with respect to the ground. A trailer carrying trucking cargo can be stationed beneath the frame. The underlayment layer may unwound and dispensed from the roll. In order to drape the trucking cargo with the underlayment layer, the roll may be moved horizontally over the frame in addition to or alternatively to having the trucking cargo driven horizontally with respect to the roll. | 11-26-2009 |
20120001010 | Apparatus and Method for Applying a Tarp to Trucking Cargo - An apparatus and method for applying a tarping material to trucking cargo are provided. The tarping material may be formed into a roll with a rod disposed therethrough. The roll may be supported by a frame. The roll can be configured to move vertically with respect to the ground. A trailer carrying trucking cargo can be stationed beneath the frame. The tarping material may be unwound and dispensed from the roll. In order to drape the trucking cargo with the tarping material, the roll may be moved horizontally over the frame in addition to or alternatively to having the trucking cargo driven horizontally with respect to the roll. | 01-05-2012 |
Gary Payne, Belvidere, IL US
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20110127718 | Apparatus and Method for an Illusionary Three-Dimensional Puzzle - Disclosed herein is an apparatus that includes, a substrate having a first side and a second side, wherein the substrate is divided into a plurality of pieces, and a two-dimensional image situated on at least one of the first side and second side of the substrate, wherein each piece contains a complementary image portion, such that when the plurality of pieces having complementary image portions are positioned adjacent each other, the image is complete, and wherein the image includes a plurality of colors configured to facilitate a three-dimensional illusion. | 06-02-2011 |
Gregory Payne, Charlotte, NC US
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20110183718 | MOBILE DEVICE HAVING HYBRID KEYPAD - A mobile device comprising: a communication module for sending and receiving radio communications; a display for displaying information; a processor for controlling software and firmware operation; a keypad for entering data to the processor comprising an array of alpha keys for alpha data entry and an array of numeric keys for numeric data entry, wherein entry of alpha data does not require use of numeric keys and numeric data does not require use of alpha keys; and a housing encompassing the communication system, display, image processor and keypad configured to facilitate an operator holding the mobile device in one hand and keypad data entry with the other hand. | 07-28-2011 |
20110202554 | REMOTE DEVICE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A remote device monitoring system including a host server including at least a processor, system bus, user input interface configured to communicate with a user input device, display interface configured to communicate with a display, network interface configured to communicate with at least one remote device and at least one data storage means including a database, a performance look-up table and at least one analyzer module including program instructions that, when implemented by the processor, receive at least one performance parameter value from at least one remote device and query the performance look-up table. | 08-18-2011 |
20120029764 | COLLECT VEHICLE PERFORMANCE WITH A PDT - A mobile device comprising: a display; a data reader for reading data from an information bearing medium; at least one vehicle data collection device; a global positioning system (GPS); a wireless communications module; a memory device; a processor; and a housing configured for placement in a vehicle and supporting the display, the data reader, the vehicle data collection device, the GPS module, the wireless communications module, the memory device and the processor, wherein the vehicle data collection device facilitates monitoring at least one vehicle performance characteristic. | 02-02-2012 |
Gregory F. Payne, Cockeysville, MD US
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20080254104 | Advanced functional biocompatible polymeric matrix containing nano-compartments - The present invention provides a novel biomaterial which is a hybrid, self-assembling biopolymeric networked film that is functionalized through hydrophobic interactions with vesicles loaded with bioactive agents. The biomaterial compound is a polymeric network of hydrophobically modified chitosan scaffolds that is taken from solution and formed as a solid film. This solid state film is capable of hydrophobic interactions with the functionalized vesicles. The vesicles include one or more lamellar structures forming one or more nano-compartments that are capable of containing similar or alternative active moieties within. Use of the film results in a degradation of the chitosan scaffold thereby releasing the active moieties within the vesicles from the scaffold. Application of the current invention occurs through various delivery mechanisms and routes of administration as will be described herein. | 10-16-2008 |
Gregory F. Payne, Hunt Valley, MD US
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20110195860 | FIBROUS ASSEMBLIES FOR ANTIBODY PRESENTATION, AND MULTIPLEXED ANTIGENIC ANALYSIS USING SAME - Biofunctionalized fibers including a fiber platform and a histidine-tagged protein and, optionally, an antibody. Chitosan is a fiber useful as the fiber platform. The fiber platform may be treated with nickel or may be directly linked to the histidine-tagged protein e.g., histidine-tagged streptococcal IgG-binding protein, protein G, protein G3T, GFP or RFP. The resulting biofunctionalized fibers can be assembled into protein fiber assemblies by a variety of biofabrication methods. The fiber assemblies, e.g., in the form of woven fabrics, are useful for (i) antigen capture; (ii) immunoanalysis, and/or (iii) multiplexed analysis. In one fabrication, each fiber of a fiber assembly presents a specific antibody, and mixing and matching of fibers, for example by weaving of fabrics from various antibody-presenting fibers, allows for multiple antigens to be captured simultaneously for multiplexed analysis. | 08-11-2011 |
20110217785 | CHITOSAN-COATED WIRES FOR BIOSENSING - A method of forming a bioelectronic device including a protein on an electrically conductive substrate, by electro-depositing aminopolysaccharide chitosan on the substrate while applying a cathodic voltage to the substrate, to form an aminopolysaccharide chitosan film thereon, applying an anodic voltage to the substrate in the presence of NaCl to activate the aminopolysaccharide chitosan film so that it is reactive with protein. The method also optionally includes reacting the aminopolysaccharide film, after activation thereof, with the protein, so that the protein assembles on and is coupled to the substrate, thereby forming a bioelectronic device. The protein can include single or multiple protein species, and including biosensing proteins. Additional methods include biosensing of electrochemically active compounds either present in a sample or generated during a biological recognition event and devices useful in such methods. The resulting devices are useful as sensors in hand-held devices, textiles, garments and the like. | 09-08-2011 |
20120103822 | ELECTROADDRESSING AND IN-FILM BIOPROCESSING USING STIMULI-RESPONSIVE HYDROGEL-FORMING POLYMERS - Methods for the generation of hydrogels formed by electrodeposition of an electroaddressable polymer are described. The hydrogels may contain one or more cell populations electroaddressed or electroaddressable to a location within the hydrogel and where the cells of the cell populations are entrapped by the hydrogel and are capable of expansion within the hydrogel and may be releasable from the hydrogel. Further provided are electroaddressable polysaccharide blends for the in-film expansion of a cell population, allowing probing of the cells and formation of immunocomplexes. Further provided are methods of using hydrogels containing electroaddressed or electroaddressable cell populations in in-film bioprocessing methods such as cell-based biosensing, protein-based biosensing, and in studies of cell signaling. | 05-03-2012 |
20120252703 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CAPTURE AND USE OF INTACT VESICLES ON ELECTRODEPOSITED HYDROPHOBICALLY MODIFIED BIOPOLYMER FILMS - A biosensor comprising an electrically conductive substrate coated with a modified chitosan biopolymer that has been electrodeposited on the substrate, wherein said modified chitosan biopolymer comprises at least one vesicle binding molecule. The biosensor is manufactured by a method where a modified chitosan biopolymer is electrodeposited on a substrate. The method is also used to manufacture a modified chitosan biopolymer film by electrodeposition of the chitosan on the substrate and later removing the film from the substrate after electrodeposition. The resulting film can be used in bandages to treat various types of wounds. The biosensor can also be used to detect various analytes in samples. | 10-04-2012 |
20140332410 | ANALYTICAL MICRO-DEVICES FOR MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT MONITORING - A lab on a chip device includes a whole blood inlet port and microchannels to transport a whole blood sample or plasma skimmed from the whole blood sample into a detection chamber that includes at least one 3-electrode set of a counter electrode, a working electrode and a reference electrode. The counter electrode, the working electrode and the reference electrode may present bare, unmodified surfaces that are disposed so that clozapine present in the whole blood sample is detected via a reduction-oxidation reaction. Alternatively, the working electrode surface may include catechol grafted to chitosan. A method of detecting analytes and biomarkers includes collecting a whole blood sample, loading the sample into a point-of-care testing (POCT) device that includes at least one working electrode; testing the sample for the occurrence of a redox reaction; and calculating the total oxidative charge when the working electrode is bare or modified as before. | 11-13-2014 |
Gregory Jon Payne, Charlotte, NC US
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20090160825 | Stylus for Data Collection Devices - A data collection device having a touch pad, supported by a housing, for receiving input from a stylus having a first end adapted to interact with the touch pad so as to input data through movement of the first end relative to the touch pad and a second end having a light source to illuminate dark areas. The housing is adapted to receive and support the stylus. In an additional embodiment, the stylus is supported by the housing in such a manner as to allow the stylus to project light in a predetermined direction to assist with the illumination of a data source. In another additional embodiment, the housing has contacts that facilitate the provision of power to the stylus for charging a battery in the stylus and/or powering the light source. In yet another embodiment, the light source on the stylus is adapted to be controlled via user interaction with interface elements on the housing, such as keys, buttons, or the touch pad. | 06-25-2009 |
Gwendolyn P. Payne, Cincinnati, OH US
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20090216150 | Method and Apparatus For Inserting Biopsy Site Marker In Marker Body - An apparatus for inserting a marking element into a marker body includes a body portion, an insertion member, and a pushing member. The body portion has a compartment configured to receive a marker body. The insertion member is configured to engage the marker body within the compartment. The pushing member is configured to engage with the insertion member. The pushing member is operable to force a marking element along the insertion member into the marker body. The insertion member may include a hollow needle configured to penetrate the marker body. The pushing member may include a pin configured to fit within the hollow needle. The marker body may include an opening such as a slit, a slot, or a passage that is configured to receive a marking element. The marker body may include a collagen dowel, and the marking element may be formed of titanium. | 08-27-2009 |
20090216181 | Biopsy Site Marker Deployment Instrument - An instrument for deploying a marker at a site within a patient may include an elongate cannula, an elongate pusher, and a marker disposed within the cannula. The cannula may have a tip at its distal end and a transverse opening. The pusher may be disposed within the cannula, and may be moved longitudinally within the cannula. The pusher may have a ramped distal end. The marker may be configured to exit the transverse opening upon urging by the ramped distal end of the pusher. In some versions, the tip of the cannula has a flat proximal face, and the marker has a recessed region that is configured to buckle in response to longitudinal compression, such that the marker will pop out of the cannula upon buckling. In other versions, the cannula has an external sheath, an open and curved distal end, or a leaf spring. | 08-27-2009 |
20110306967 | COOLING CONFIGURATIONS FOR ELECTROSURGICAL INSTRUMENTS - In various embodiments, a surgical instrument is provided that may comprise an end effector comprising at least one energy delivery surface and cooling means for cooling at least a portion of the end effector. For example, in at least one embodiment, a surgical instrument may comprise a handle, an elongate shaft operably coupling the handle to the end effector, and a pump operably coupled to the handle. In such embodiments, the pump may be configured to cause a fluid to move through the elongate shaft and over at least a portion of the end effector. Additionally, in at least one embodiment, a surgical kit is provided that may comprise a surgical instrument and a cap configured to receive at least a portion of the surgical instrument's end effector. In such embodiments, the cap may be sized and configured to receive at least a portion of the end effector. Moreover, the cap may be sized and configured to fit through a trocar. | 12-15-2011 |
20120012638 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH ELECTRODES - An end-effector assembly configured to be attached to a surgical instrument. The end-effector assembly comprises a first jaw and a second jaw comprising a staple cavity. At least one of the first jaw and the second jaw is movable relative to the other jaw. The end-effector assembly comprises a staple removably positioned within the staple cavity and an electrically-conductive driver configured to move the staple between a first stored position in which the staple is at least partially positioned within the staple cavity and a second position in which the staple is at least partially deployed from the staple cavity into tissue positioned intermediate the first jaw and the second jaw. The staple comprises an electrode. | 01-19-2012 |
20120022526 | ELECTROSURGICAL CUTTING AND SEALING INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument for supplying energy to tissue can comprise a jaw member comprising an electrode, wherein the electrode is configured to supply energy from a power source to captured tissue. The surgical instrument comprises a tissue-cutting element to transect the captured tissue. The rate of distal translation of the tissue-cutting element during the operational stroke is regulated by at least one biasing member, such as a spring, for example. | 01-26-2012 |
20120022527 | ELECTROSURGICAL CUTTING AND SEALING INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument for supplying energy to tissue can comprise a jaw member comprising an electrode, wherein the electrode is configured to supply energy from a power source to captured tissue. The surgical instrument comprises a tissue-cutting element to transect the captured tissue. The rate of distal translation of the tissue-cutting element during the operational stroke may be regulated by a damper. The damper may have barrel and a plunger. | 01-26-2012 |
20120022530 | ELECTROSURGICAL CUTTING AND SEALING INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument for supplying energy to tissue can comprise a jaw member comprising an electrode, wherein the electrode is configured to supply energy from a power source to captured tissue. The surgical instrument comprises a tissue-cutting element to transect the captured tissue. The surgical instrument may have a indicator to provide feedback signals during the operational stroke. The feedback signals assist in regulating the rate of distal translation of the tissue-cutting element. | 01-26-2012 |
Haley Payne, Farmington, UT US
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20110192418 | Bottlecap bows - A fashion accessory made with the use of interchangeable parts that are removably fastened together. The interchangeable parts allows for multiple combinations bringing alternative styles, colors, shapes, and decorations to the fashion accessory. | 08-11-2011 |
James Payne, Chillicothe, OH US
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20100009793 | TENSIONING DEVICE - A tensioning apparatus includes a first C-shaped beam frame spaced apart from a second C-shaped beam frame. A first air cylinder is suspended from the first beam frame and a second air cylinder is mounted on the second beam frame. A carriage assembly is situated adjacent to the first and the second air cylinders. At least two pairs of guide members are supported on opposing corners of a support member of the carriage assembly. The pairs of guide members guide the carriage assembly along a longitudinal extent of the first and the second beam frames. The guide members travel along distal edges of flanges of the beam frames. A power operated means actuates movement of the carriage assembly along the first and second beam frames. A rope guide sheave is supported by the carriage assembly for free rotation. | 01-14-2010 |
Jared Payne, Pleasant Grove, UT US
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20100229169 | Methods and Systems for Merging Virtualization Sublayers - A computer-implemented method may include identifying first and second sublayers of a virtualized application. The first and/or second virtualization sublayers may include a read-write sublayer, a read-only sublayer, a virtual-reset-point sublayer, and/or a patch sublayer. The computer-implemented method may also include merging an instance of the first virtualization sublayer with an instance of the second virtualization sublayer. Various other methods, systems, and computer-readable media are also disclosed. | 09-09-2010 |
Jared Payne, Farmington, UT US
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20110192418 | Bottlecap bows - A fashion accessory made with the use of interchangeable parts that are removably fastened together. The interchangeable parts allows for multiple combinations bringing alternative styles, colors, shapes, and decorations to the fashion accessory. | 08-11-2011 |
J. David Payne, Broken Arrow, OK US
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20110040831 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DATA MANAGEMENT - A method for the management of data collected from a remote computing device including the steps of: creating a questionnaire; transmitting the questionnaire to a remote computer; executing the questionnaire in the remote computer to prompt a user for responses to questions of the questionnaire; transmitting the responses to a sever via a network; making the responses available on the Web. Preferably, computers used in connection with the inventive method are loosely networked in that network connections between computers are not always available and, when a connection is not available, data is stored at a node of the network and transmitted at the earliest time when a connection is available. In one preferred embodiment, the inventive method is used to collect survey data and to make the responses to the survey available to a client in virtually real time over the Internet. | 02-17-2011 |
Jeremy Payne, New Haven, CT US
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20110076848 | SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESS CHAMBER AND SEAL | 03-31-2011 |
Jeremy M. Payne, New Haven, CT US
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20090208775 | PROTECTIVE COATING FOR METALLIC SEALS - A composition and process for forming an electrodeposited coating comprising a co-deposit of a metal and MCrAlY particles. The composition includes a metal and a MCrAlY particles, and the electrodeposited coating comprises a metal matrix and MCrAlY particles dispersed in the matrix. In one aspect, a coating is provided that exhibits excellent oxidation resistance and tribological characteristics at high temperatures, including up to at least about 1350° F. A high temperature coating may comprise a nickel/cobalt alloy matrix comprising MCrAlY particles and chromium carbide particles dispersed in the nickel/cobalt matrix. | 08-20-2009 |
20100028075 | SEALING JOINT FOR CONNECTING ADJOINING DUCT PIECES IN A ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM - An engine exhaust system comprises duct pieces ( | 02-04-2010 |
20100181765 | SEALING JOINT FOR CONNECTING ADJOINING DUCT PIECES IN AN ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM - An engine exhaust system comprises duct pieces and a thermally expandable sealing joint for interconnecting their adjoining ends. The sealing joint comprises a tubular body including includes a first axial end portion, a second axial end portion, and a bridge portion extending therebetween. The first end portion is at least partially positioned within a female recess of the first duct piece and the second end portion is at least partially positioned with a female recess of the second duct piece. The bridge portion can extend across a gap and/or it can be positioned partially within female recesses. Upon thermal activation, the sealing joint radially expands permanently to engage the inner radial surfaces of the duct pieces. | 07-22-2010 |
20110232843 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS WITH COMPOSITE SEAL - A seal for sealing an interface between a container and a lid of a process chamber. The seal comprises a first seal element and a second seal element that are arranged to seal the interface in series, with the second seal element being situated to encounter processing activity upstream of the fist seal element. The first seal element has a deflectable portion and a protrusion extending radially from the deflectable portion. The second seal element has a radially extending recess in which the protrusion of the first seal element is received. The protrusion and recess interlock to restrict separation and/or rotation of the first and second seal elements. Inclined surfaces of the first seal element interact with the second seal element to apply axial sealing forces to sealing surfaces of the second seal member. | 09-29-2011 |
John M. Payne, Charlottesville, VA US
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20090132199 | Method for Measuring the Structural Health of a Civil Structure - Methods are disclosed wherein the structural health of a civil structure, such as, but not limited to, a bridge or the like is measured by electronic distance measurement from a plurality of stable locations to a plurality of cardinal points on the structure in a methodical manner. By measuring the coordinates of the cardinal points, the dynamic and long-term static behavior of the structure provide an indication of the health of the structure. Analysis includes; comparison to a Finite Element Model (FEM), comparison to historical data, linearity, hysteresis, symmetry, creep, damping coefficient, and harmonic terms. | 05-21-2009 |
20110093219 | Methods for modeling the structural health of a civil structure based on electronic distance measurements - Methods are disclosed wherein the structural health of a civil structure, such as, but not limited to, a bridge or the like is measured by electronic distance measurement (EDM) from a plurality of stable locations to a plurality of cardinal points on the structure in a methodical manner. By measuring the coordinates of the cardinal points, the dynamic and long-term static behavior of the structure provide an indication of the health of the structure. Analysis includes: comparison to a Finite Element Model (FEM); comparison to historical data; and modeling based on linearity, hysteresis, symmetry, creep, damping coefficient, and harmonic analysis. | 04-21-2011 |
Karen Payne, Brookville, OH US
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20080288337 | Template-Based Targeted Marketing - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media provide for the creation of a template-based targeted marketing presentation. According to various embodiments described herein, a sales representative utilizes a workstation to request a marketing presentation for a certain category of customer within a particular market. A presentation engine retrieves applicable up-to-date data corresponding to the customer category and market from a database and uses the data to make one or more Return On Investment (ROI) calculations. One or more presentation templates include data insertion locations. The one or more ROI calculations and other retrieved data is used to populate the data insertion locations of a selected presentation template. Once populated, the resulting marketing presentation is customized with targeted data and statistics for presenting to the customer. | 11-20-2008 |
Kenneth Ray Payne, Boynton Beach, FL US
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20100176896 | High frequency electrical connector - A coaxial to transmission line connector has a connector and an attachment area with a windowed electrical attachment point that when soldered in place on a ground reference of an electrical device, creates an electrical and mechanical connection between an outer conductor of the coaxial to transmission line connector. The attachment area has at least one mechanical alignment point and a corresponding reference pivot point located substantially co-planar at the termination of the coaxial dielectric region at an edge of a PCB and a port of the coaxial to transmission line connector. The at least one mechanical alignment point and the corresponding reference pivot plane serve to automatically align the coaxial to transmission line connector to the electrical device. Opposite the attachment area is a dielectric area following termination of the outer conductor in the transition area of the microstrip transmission line. | 07-15-2010 |
Kevin C. Payne, Brecksville, OH US
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20100295443 | OLED LIGHTING DEVICES INCLUDING ELECTRODES WITH MAGNETIC MATERIAL - An article of manufacture comprises a thin film solid state lighting device, such as an organic light emitting diode (OLED) device, having a planar light emitting side and an opposite planar mounting side and including electrodes disposed on the planar mounting side of the thin film solid state lighting device, the electrodes including a magnetic material configured to conductively convey electrical drive current to drive the thin film solid state lighting device to emit light at the planar light emitting principal side. The article of manufacture may further comprise a fixture having a planar surface with magnets arranged to mate with the electrodes to magnetically secure the thin film solid state lighting device with the fixture and to concurrently form electrically conductive paths including the magnetic material of the electrodes configured to conductively convey electrical drive current. Thus this magnetic connection provides both mechanical support and electrical conduction path. | 11-25-2010 |
Kevin C. Payne, Prescott Valley, AZ US
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20110100776 | FRICTION CLUTCH SYSTEM - A friction clutch system mechanically couples a power source to a driven system of a vehicle while reducing the rotational inertia of the clutch system and yet still providing torsional damping within the system. In one embodiment, the friction clutch system includes a first friction disc assembly directly engaged with a second friction disc assembly. The first disc assembly may include protuberances that extend axially from a hub assembly, which in turn may include damping springs and an internal splined region for coupling to a splined, driven shaft. The second friction disc assembly includes openings, which may take the form of radial slots, configured to engageably receive the protuberances. The first disc assembly may be positioned adjacent to a pressure plate assembly or a flywheel. A floater plate may be located between the first and second friction disc assemblies. | 05-05-2011 |
20110132714 | FRICTION CLUTCH SYSTEM - A friction clutch system mechanically couples a power source to a driven system of a vehicle to reduce the rotational inertia of the clutch system, provide torsional damping within the system, and minimize vibration (e.g., rattling) between a floater and a flywheel. In one embodiment, the friction clutch system includes a first friction disc assembly directly engaged with a second friction disc assembly. The first disc assembly may include protuberances that extend axially from a hub assembly, which in turn may include damping springs and an internal splined region for coupling to a splined, driven shaft. The second friction disc assembly includes openings, which may take the form of radial slots, configured to engageably receive the protuberances. The first disc assembly may be positioned adjacent to a pressure plate assembly or a flywheel. A floater plate may be located between the first and second friction disc assemblies. | 06-09-2011 |
20140138202 | FRICTION CLUTCH SYSTEM - A friction clutch system mechanically couples a power source to a driven system of a vehicle to reduce the rotational inertia of the clutch system, provide torsional damping within the system, and minimize vibration (e.g., rattling) between a floater and a flywheel. For example, a damping assembly secured to the floater may engage a locator pin secured to the flywheel and thereby reduce vibration. The friction clutch system may include a first friction disc assembly directly engaged with a second friction disc assembly. The first disc assembly may include protuberances that extend axially from a hub assembly, which in turn may include damping springs and an internal splined region for coupling to a splined, driven shaft. The second friction disc assembly includes openings, which may take the form of radial slots, configured to engageably receive the protuberances. | 05-22-2014 |
Kevin Carr Payne, Brecksville, OH US
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20110089855 | KNOWLEDGE-BASED DRIVER APPARATUS FOR HIGH LUMEN MAINTENANCE AND END-OF-LIFE ADAPTATION - A knowledge-based driver is provided for powering a solid-state light source with a constant current, including a memory that stores lumens per amp and volts per amp performance characterizations of the light source over time, and a controller that operates in a test mode to estimate the light source degradation based on voltage feedback obtained at a predetermined test current value, and to adjust the drive current in normal operating mode according to the estimated device degradation to implement constant lumens control without external optical feedback components. | 04-21-2011 |
Marcia M. Payne, Lexington, KY US
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20110073813 | Silylethynyl Pentacene Compounds and Compositions and Methods of Making and Using the Same - Silylethynyl pentacenes and compositions containing silylethynyl pentacenes are disclosed. Exemplary pentacene compounds have 6,13-silylethynyl substitution with one or more groups (e.g., R, R′ and R″) covalently bonded to each Si atom of the silylethynyl groups. Methods of making and using silylethynyl pentacenes and compositions containing silylethynyl pentacenes are also disclosed. Substrates and devices comprising the silylethynyl pentacenes and compositions are also disclosed. | 03-31-2011 |
20130060059 | SYNTHESIS OF SILYL ACETYLENES - The present disclosure provides a method of preparing silylethynyl compounds in which two of the hydrocarbyl groups bonded to the silicon exclusive of the ethynyl group, are the same and one is different, that may be used in preparing novel silylethynyl functionalized acene semiconductor chromophores. | 03-07-2013 |
20130150606 | SYNTHESIS OF SILYL ACETYLENES - The present disclosure provides a method of preparing silylethynyl compounds in which two of the hydrocarbyl groups bonded to the silicon exclusive of the ethynyl group, are the same and one is different, that may be used in preparing novel silylethynyl functionalized acene semiconductor chromophores. | 06-13-2013 |
Mark Payne, Woodstock, NY US
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20100095696 | BEVERAGE CONTAINER DRINKING SURFACE ENHANCEMENT - A thermally conductive polymeric drinking surface for a beverage container is provided. The thermally conductive polymeric drinking surface may be an insert for a bottle or other covering configured to be formed around the mouth of a drinking container, such as a cup. The high thermal conductivity of the drinking surface contributes to the transfer of the temperature of the contents of the container to the mouth or lips of the consumer by reducing the time and energy consumption of the chilling processes being applied via the beverage or an external cooling mechanism. | 04-22-2010 |
20100104715 | FLAVOR DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR A BEVERAGE CONTAINER - The invention is a beverage container that provides a flavor delivery system capable of delivering a burst of flavor when a drinker places her mouth to portions of the beverage container. The flavor delivery system can provide visual and fragrance cues to indicate the type of flavor to be expected from a flavored beverage resident within the beverage container or from flavor components included within the flavor delivery system. | 04-29-2010 |
Mark Allan Payne, Lafayette, IN US
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20110173536 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FACILITATING ON-SITE STAIN REMOVAL - A interactive system for removing stains is provided. The system includes a software program loaded onto an all-in-one touch sensitive display. The program displays step-by-step stain removal instructions and educational information about the stains, fabrics, methods and tools used in the stain removal process. The program can be advanced by the touch of the finger to the screen or the by selecting the auto-play option. The stain removal process is aided by incorporating color labeled bottles of stain removal agents which match color coded text and images displayed in the instructional menus. The user experience is further enhanced by the use of photos and animations depicting fabrics and stains for identification and animations detailing the stain removal process. | 07-14-2011 |
Mark Scott Payne, Wilmington, DE US
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20100048448 | Control Of Enzymatic Peracid Generation - A process is provided for producing target concentrations of peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters. More specifically, carboxylic acid esters are reacted with an inorganic peroxide, such as hydrogen peroxide, in the presence of an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolysis activity under conditions where control of reaction pH by selection of buffer concentration and concentration of perhydrolase and reactants produces a targeted concentration of peroxycarboxylic acids. The present perhydrolase catalysts are classified as members of the carbohydrate esterase family 7 (CE-7) based on the conserved structural features. Further, disinfectant formulations comprising the peracids produced by the processes described herein are provided, as are corresponding methods of use. | 02-25-2010 |
20110081693 | PERHYDROLASE FOR ENZYMATIC PERACID PRODUCTION - A process is provided for rapidly producing target concentrations of peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters. More specifically, carboxylic acid esters are reacted with a source of peroxygen, such as hydrogen peroxide, in the presence of an enzyme catalyst comprising an enzyme having identity to an acetyl xylan esterase from | 04-07-2011 |
20110236335 | PERHYDROLASE PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 09-29-2011 |
20110236336 | PERHYDROLASE PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 09-29-2011 |
20110236337 | PERHYDROLASE PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 09-29-2011 |
20110236338 | PERHYDROLASE PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 09-29-2011 |
20110236339 | PERHYDROLASE PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 09-29-2011 |
20120122979 | CONTROL OF ENZYMATIC PERACID GENERATION - A process is provided for producing target concentrations of peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters. More specifically, carboxylic acid esters are reacted with an inorganic peroxide, such as hydrogen peroxide, in the presence of an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolysis activity under conditions where control of reaction pH by selection of buffer concentration and concentration of perhydrolase and reactants produces a targeted concentration of peroxycarboxylic acids. The present perhydrolase catalysts are classified as members of the carbohydrate esterase family 7 (CE-7) based on the conserved structural features. Further, disinfectant formulations comprising the peracids produced by the processes described herein are provided, as are corresponding methods of use. | 05-17-2012 |
20120156155 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156156 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156157 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156158 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156159 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156160 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156161 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20120156162 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 06-21-2012 |
20130102665 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102666 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102667 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102668 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102669 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102670 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102671 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130102672 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-25-2013 |
20130158115 | Perhydrolase Variant Providing Improved Specific Activity In the Presence of Surfactant - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a variant of the | 06-20-2013 |
20130158116 | Perhydrolase Variant Providing Improved Specific Activity In the Presence of Surfactant - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a variant of the | 06-20-2013 |
20130158117 | Perhydrolase Variant Providing Improved Specific Activity In the Presence of Surfactant - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a variant of the | 06-20-2013 |
20130158118 | Perhydrolase Variant Providing Improved Specific Activity In the Presence of Surfactant - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a variant of the | 06-20-2013 |
20130261182 | ENZYMES USEFUL FOR PERACID PRODUCTION - Acetyl xylan esterases and variants thereof having perhydrolytic activity are provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. Multi-component peracid generation systems comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity are also provided, as are methods of using the present enzyme catalyst to produce peroxycarboxylic acids. The polypeptide having perhydrolytic activity may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, paper pulp processing, and personal care applications. | 10-03-2013 |
20130288316 | ENZYMES USEFUL FOR PERACID PRODUCTION - Acetyl xylan esterases and variants thereof having perhydrolytic activity are provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. Multi-component peracid generation systems comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity are also provided, as are methods of using the present enzyme catalyst to produce peroxycarboxylic acids. The polypeptide having perhydrolytic activity may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, paper pulp processing, and personal care applications. | 10-31-2013 |
20130289113 | ENZYMES USEFUL FOR PERACID PRODUCTION - Acetyl xylan esterases and variants thereof having perhydrolytic activity are provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. Multi-component peracid generation systems comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity are also provided, as are methods of using the present enzyme catalyst to produce peroxycarboxylic acids. The polypeptide having perhydrolytic activity may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, paper pulp processing, and personal care applications. | 10-31-2013 |
20130289114 | ENZYMES USEFUL FOR PERACID PRODUCTION - Acetyl xylan esterases and variants thereof having perhydrolytic activity are provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. Multi-component peracid generation systems comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity are also provided, as are methods of using the present enzyme catalyst to produce peroxycarboxylic acids. The polypeptide having perhydrolytic activity may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, paper pulp processing, and personal care applications. | 10-31-2013 |
20130289115 | ENZYMES USEFUL FOR PERACID PRODUCTION - Acetyl xylan esterases and variants thereof having perhydrolytic activity are provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. Multi-component peracid generation systems comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity are also provided, as are methods of using the present enzyme catalyst to produce peroxycarboxylic acids. The polypeptide having perhydrolytic activity may be used to produce peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in a variety of applications such as cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, bleaching, wood pulp processing, paper pulp processing, and personal care applications. | 10-31-2013 |
20140113966 | PERHYDROLASE VARIANT PROVIDING IMPROVED SPECIFIC ACTIVITY - An acetyl xylan esterase variant having perhydrolytic activity is provided for producing peroxycarboxylic acids from carboxylic acid esters and a source of peroxygen. More specifically, a | 04-24-2014 |
Marks S. Payne, Wilmington, DE US
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20100086510 | ENZYMATIC PERACID GENERATION FORMULATION - Disclosed herein are multi-component formulations for enzymatically producing aqueous solutions of peroxycarboxylic acids suitable for use in, e.g., disinfectant and/or bleaching applications. The multi-component peroxycarboxylic acid formulations comprise at least one carbohydrate esterase family 7 enzyme having perhydrolytic activity. | 04-08-2010 |
Martin W. Payne, Avon, OH US
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20090017386 | Non-Aqueous Electrolytic Solutions And Electrochemical Cells Comprising The Same - Non-aqueous electrolyte solutions capable of protecting negative electrode materials such as lithium metal and carbonaceous materials in energy storage electrochemical cells (e.g., lithium metal batteries, lithium ion batteries and supercapacitors) include an electrolyte salt, a non-aqueous electrolyte solvent mixture, an unsaturated organic compound 4-methylene-1,3-dioxolan-2-one or 4,5-dimethylene-1,3-dioxolan-2-one, and other optional additives. The 1,3-dioxolan-2-ones help to form a good solid electrolyte interface on the negative electrode surface. | 01-15-2009 |
20110195306 | NANOSCALE ION STORAGE MATERIALS INCLUDING CO-EXISTING PHASES OR SOLID SOLUTIONS - Nanoscale ion storage materials are provided that exhibit unique properties measurably distinct from their larger scale counterparts. For example, the nanoscale materials can exhibit increased electronic conductivity, improved electromechanical stability, increased rate of intercalation, and/or an extended range of solid solution. Useful nanoscale materials include alkaline transition metal phosphates, such as LiMPO | 08-11-2011 |
20120189920 | Non-Aqueous Electrolytic Solutions And Electrochemical Cells Comprising The Same - A lithium secondary battery having reduced swelling tendency includes an electrolytic solution. The electrolytic solution includes a lithium salt, a cyclic carbonate, a linear asymmetric carbonate, a third carbonate, a sultone and a phosphazene compound. | 07-26-2012 |
20130167363 | Non-aqueous Electrolytic Solutions And Electrochemical Cells Comprising The Same - Non-aqueous electrolyte solutions capable of protecting negative electrode materials such as lithium metal and carbonaceous materials in energy storage electrochemical cells (e.g., lithium metal batteries, lithium ion batteries and supercapacitors) include an electrolyte salt, a non-aqueous electrolyte solvent mixture, an unsaturated organic compound 4-methylene-1,3-dioxolan-2-one or 4,5-dimethylene-1,3-dioxolan-2-one, and other optional additives. The 1,3-dioxolan-2-ones help to form a good solid electrolyte interface on the negative electrode surface. | 07-04-2013 |
20140038059 | NON-AQUEOUS ELECTROLYTIC SOLUTIONS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS COMPRISING THE SAME - A non-aqueous electrolytic solution for use in a lithium secondary battery has reduced or eliminated flammability and increased capacity retention. The electrolytic solution includes a lithium salt, a carbonate, a substituted phosphazene, a fluorinated solvent such as fluorinated carbonate, fluorinated ether, and fluorinated ester, and an organic phosphate or organic phosphonate such as fluorinated alkyl phosphate, fluorinated aromatic phosphate, fluorinated alkyl phosphonate, or fluorinated aromatic phosphonate. | 02-06-2014 |
20140134501 | Non-Aqueous Electrolytic Solutions And Electrochemical Cells Comprising Same - This invention relates to electrolytic solutions and secondary batteries containing same. The electrolytic solutions contain (a) one or more ionic salts; (b) one or more non-aqueous solvents; (c) at least one solid electrolyte interphase former; (d) at least one fluorinated compound; and (e), optionally, at least one high temperature stability compound. Components (c), (d) and (e) are each different compounds and each are different from the ionic salts (a) and solvents (b). | 05-15-2014 |
Maurice Payne, Las Vegas, NV US
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20110199325 | Touch Screen Multi-Control Emulator - An input emulation apparatus for any touch screen device with an input device having a receptive component for a user's hand and/or finger inputs and a contact component for contacting the touch screen device, where the contact component is operatively linked to the input component so that the contact device contacts the touch screen device as it responds to the user's hand input. | 08-18-2011 |
Michael Payne, Charlottesville, VA US
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20090064415 | Portable Self-Contained Bed-On-Demand System - A portable self-contained bed-on-demand system is presented which includes a portable collapsible self-contained storage bed and support assembly and a portable self-contained peripheral support system, or headwall, adapted to the bed that supplies medical-grade power, ventilation, and an oxygen treatment system. The bed-on-demand system duplicates, in a self-contained package usable outside a hospital environment, the critical facilities provided to a patient in a traditional hospital room. | 03-12-2009 |
Michael J. Payne, Beaverton, OR US
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20100049719 | Techniques for the association, customization and automation of content from multiple sources on a single display - Techniques for the association, customization and automation of content from multiple sources on a single display device are described. A method includes storing an association rule as defined by a user, where the association rule defines a main content source and an associated content source. When the user accesses the main content source, automatically receiving content from the main content source and content from the associated content source as defined by the association rule. Then, causing the display of the associated content overlayed on the main content via a user interface on a display device. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 02-25-2010 |
20120189204 | Linking Disparate Content Sources - Digital media content from files, streaming data, broadcast data, optical disks, or other storage devices can be linked to Internet information. Identifiers extracted from the media content can be used to direct Internet searches for more information related to the media content. | 07-26-2012 |
20140075328 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING USER EXPERIENCE - A data processing system includes components for providing a pleasant user experience. Those components may include a family interaction engine that provides a family channel. The family interaction engine may provide for creation of a user group. The family channel may present content of interest to multiple users in the user group. When a user is detected near the data processing system, the family interaction engine may automatically present content of interest to that user. When used for presenting media content, the data processing system may also cause supplemental data to automatically be presented, wherein the supplemental data is relevant to the media content and to a predetermined interest of the user. The data processing system may also provide a ranked list of applications for potential activation by the user. The applications may be ordered based on the current context. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 03-13-2014 |
Natalie G. Payne, Rochester, NY US
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20080289596 | Apparatus for preventing leakage across rotor vanes in a vane-type camshaft phaser - In a first embodiment of a camshaft phaser, the rotor is split along an equatorial plane thereof, defining first and second rotor portions. A resilient seal is compressively disposed between the rotor portions to prevent leakage therebetween and to urge the rotor vanes against the cover plate and sprocket surfaces to prevent leakage around the vanes. Preferably, the seal includes radial seal elements to seal against the stator wall. Preferably, pressurized hydraulic fluid can enter between the first and second rotor portions and thereby assist the resilient seal in urging the rotor portions apart. In a second embodiment, the rotor is not split, and a resilient seal is provided on at least one axial face of the rotor vanes to seal the rotor vanes against the cover plate and sprocket surfaces. | 11-27-2008 |
Pamela Lynn Payne, Painted Post, NY US
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20110126973 | Apparatus And Method For Manufacturing A Honeycomb Article - An apparatus and method for manufacturing a honeycomb article with an after-applied skin, where the edges of the after-applied skin are relieved with respect to the ends of the honeycomb article. | 06-02-2011 |
Patricia W. Payne, Knoxville, TN US
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20090313368 | CROSS-ENTERPRISE WALLPLUG FOR CONNECTING INTERNAL HOSPITAL/CLINIC IMAGING SYSTEMS TO EXTERNAL STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS - A WallPlug (interface) connects DICOM devices located at a hospital to external storage and retrieval systems. The external storage and retrieval systems can be part of the National Digital Mammography Archive. The WallPlug allows secure communications within the hospital setting, and allows only selected data to be transferred between the hospital devices and the archive. The WallPlug enables cross-enterprise distribution of medical content with proper authentication and logging of transfers. The WallPlug includes two portals connected together by a private secure network. The use of two separate devices greatly enhances the security, redundancy, and manageability of the combined device. | 12-17-2009 |
Ric Payne, Greenwood, IN US
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20090205218 | DISPENSING VESSEL FOR CLOTHES DRYER - A dispensing vessel for introducing moisture to a clothes drying environment includes a core and a cover substantially surrounding the core. The core is comprised of a sponge-like material for retaining a moistening substance within the core, and the cover has at least one opening extending through to the core for permitting the release of moisture to the clothes drying environment. | 08-20-2009 |
20090300933 | DISPENSING VESSEL FOR CLOTHES DRYER - A dispensing vessel for deodorizing articles in a clothes drying environment includes a core configured to at least temporarily retain a moistening substance therein; a cover substantially surrounding the core, the cover including a plurality of protuberances, each protuberance including a flattened tip at a distal end thereof, a fill opening defined therethrough, the fill opening providing access to an interior of the cover from an exterior of the cover, one or more dispensing openings, each dispensing opening being disposed proximate the flattened tip of a protuberance of the plurality of protuberances, and each dispensing opening providing access to an exterior of the cover from an interior of the cover; and a deodorizing substance retained within said core. | 12-10-2009 |
20100263241 | DISPENSING VESSEL FOR CLOTHES DRYER - A dispensing vessel for introducing moisture to a clothes drying environment includes a core and a cover substantially surrounding the core. The core is comprised of a sponge-like material for retaining a moistening substance within the core, and the cover has at least one opening extending through to the core for permitting the release of moisture to the clothes drying environment. | 10-21-2010 |
20120036728 | DISPENSING VESSEL FOR CLOTHES DRYER - A dispensing vessel for introducing moisture to a clothes drying environment includes a core and a cover substantially surrounding the core. The core is comprised of a sponge-like material for retaining a moistening substance within the core, and the cover has at least one opening extending through to the core for permitting the release of moisture to the clothes drying environment. | 02-16-2012 |
Richard K. Payne, Brielle, NJ US
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20110014142 | CYCLOHEXYLETHYL CARBOXYLIC ACID ESTER COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME FOR REDUCING MALODORS - The present invention pertains to a method of counteracting a malodor by introducing a malodor counteracting effective amount of an enantiomeric compound selected from the group consisting of (1R)-1-cyclohexylethyl butyrate and (1S)-1-cyclohexylethyl acetate. | 01-20-2011 |
20110250158 | CYCLOHEXYLETHYL CARBOXYLIC ACID ESTER COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME FOR REDUCING MALODORS - The present invention pertains to a method of counteracting a malodor by introducing a malodor counteracting effective amount of an enantiomeric compound selected from the group consisting of (1R)-1-cyclohexylethyl butyrate and (1S)-1-cyclohexylethyl acetate. | 10-13-2011 |
20110250159 | CYCLOHEXYLETHYL CARBOXYLIC ACID ESTER COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME FOR REDUCING MALODORS - The present invention pertains to a method of counteracting a malodor by introducing a malodor counteracting effective amount of an enantiomeric compound selected from the group consisting of (1R)-1-cyclohexylethyl butyrate and (1S)-1-cyclohexylethyl acetate. | 10-13-2011 |
R. Mark Payne, Clemons, NC US
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20110190224 | Non-Viral Delivery of Compounds to Mitochondria - A conjugate comprises: (a) a mitochondrial membrane-permeant peptide; (b) an active agent or compound of interest such as a detectable group or mitochondrial protein or peptide; and (c) a mitochondrial targeting sequence linking said mitochondrial membrane-permeant peptide and said active mitochondrial protein or peptide. The targeting sequence is one which is cleaved within the mitochondrial matrix, and not cleaved within the cellular cytoplasm, of a target cell into which said compound is delivered. Methods of use of such compounds are also described. | 08-04-2011 |
20110245146 | Non-Viral Delivery of Compounds to Mitochondria - A conjugate comprises: (a) a mitochondrial membrane-permeant peptide; (b) an active agent or compound of interest such as a detectable group or mitochondrial protein or peptide; and (c) a mitochondrial targeting sequence linking said mitochondrial membrane-permeant peptide and said active mitochondrial protein or peptide. The targeting sequence is one which is cleaved within the mitochondrial matrix, and not cleaved within the cellular cytoplasm, of a target cell into which said compound is delivered. Methods of use of such compounds are also described. | 10-06-2011 |
Robert Payne, Lombard, IL US
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20110139068 | FLAT BOX FINISHER - The invention generally relates to a flat box finisher for applying mud (or mastic or joint compound) over taped joints on walls and ceilings. Usually, paint or wallpaper is then applied over the finished mud. The flat box finisher has no external springs, but has at least one internal support bar which acts as a spring for applying pressure to a corresponding dry wall finishing handle affixed to the flat box finisher. The internal support bar is surrounded by the mud while the device is in use. As a result of having no external spring, the flat box finisher may be reduced in size for smaller jobs or difficult to reach areas of a room. The internal support bar may also eliminate problems with external springs, such as the spring wearing out or becoming damaged during use or storage. | 06-16-2011 |
Robert E. Payne, Laporte, IN US
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20090206621 | Hand-held toting device - The hand-held toting device allows an individual to comfortably and conveniently hold and carry multiple grocery bags, luggage, cases, tool boxes and other such items. The toting device includes a handle and a rotating support rack. The support rack has an inverted T-shaped configuration formed by a cylindrical central column and a pair of opposed boom arms. Multiple items can be suspended from each of the boom arms. The handle provides a comfortable grip to hold and carry the items and rotates so that the carried items oriented to the natural ergonomic position of the individual's hand. | 08-20-2009 |
20140317968 | CLAMP-ON BUCKET ATTACHMENT FOR LOADER BUCKET - A clamp-on bucket attachment having hinged fork arms, which prevent the fork arms from being bent or damaged when the loader bucket is lowered while tilted downward. The clamp-on bucket attachment of this invention includes a pivoting fork arm and a separate clamping member detachably mounted to the loader bucket. The fork arm is pivotally connected to the clamp member for free movement between a tilt position where the fork arm is angled with respect to the bottom of the loader bucket and a lift position where the fork arm is parallel to the bottom of the loader bucket. In the lift position, the fork arm abuts against the clamp member to hold it parallel to the bottom of the loader bucket under load. | 10-30-2014 |
Robert Justin Payne, Cedar Grove, NC US
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20100306359 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGEMENT OF MAINFRAME RESOURCES IN PRE-BOOT ENVIRONMENT - Embodiments relate to systems and methods for the management of mainframe resources in a pre-boot environment. According to embodiments, a network management platform, for instance a platform equipped or compatible with pre-boot discovery and management tools such as the known pre-boot execution environment (PXE), can integrate a set of mainframe-based virtual machines using a pre-boot management engine. The pre-boot management engine can reside in or communicate with the mainframe operating system, and present a set of resources to the network management platform to allow the platform to include time-sliced or other virtual machines or resources, into the pre-boot protocol. According to embodiments, for instance, the set of virtual machines can be assigned temporary or pseudo media access control (MAC) or other hardware identifiers, so that the network management platform can view individual mainframe-based virtual machines as having a network connection and thereby receive similar boot commands to hardware-based client machines. | 12-02-2010 |
Robert Kent Payne, Waseca, MN US
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20080238711 | AUTOMATED METER READER DIRECT MOUNT ENDPOINT MODULE - An automated meter reader module can be operably connected to an existing utility meter to provide an endpoint for use in an automated meter reader system. The automated meter reader module can utilize an index attachment drive mechanism to electronically and mechanically monitor consumption of a utility such as water, gas, or electricity. The index attachment of the existing utility meter is attached so that it does not physically impede reception or transmission of radio frequency communications by a patch antenna integrated into a printed circuit board located inside the automated meter reader module. A gasket around the edge of the housing sealingly interfaces with the existing utility meter and a multi-faced cover that allows the registered dials located on the index attached to be viewed from a plurality of vantage points. | 10-02-2008 |
20110038104 | AUTOMATED METER READER DIRECT MOUNT ENDPOINT MODULE - An automated meter reader module can be operably connected to an existing utility meter to provide an endpoint for use in an automated meter reader system. The automated meter reader module can utilize an index attachment drive mechanism to electronically and mechanically monitor consumption of a utility such as water, gas, or electricity. The index attachment of the existing utility meter is attached so that it does not physically impede reception or transmission of radio frequency communications by a patch antenna integrated into a printed circuit board located inside the automated meter reader module. A gasket around the edge of the housing sealingly interfaces with the existing utility meter and a multi-faced cover that allows the registered dials located on the index attached to be viewed from a plurality of vantage points. | 02-17-2011 |
Robert L. Payne, Lombard, IL US
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20110198039 | SECURING DEVICE FOR AN AUTOMATIC TAPER - An automatic drywall taper is provided. The automatic drywall taper has a securing device for securing drywall tape to the body of the taper during use. The securing device has an elongated bar which runs substantially parallel to the body of the taper. The elongated bar is spring activated to lock a hub on a bar which is attached substantially perpendicular to the body of the taper. The hub rotates thereby allowing the tape to dispense and be used on drywall. The hub has a braking mechanism which allows for the controlled release of the tape. | 08-18-2011 |
20110290422 | AUTOMATIC TAPER - The invention generally relates to an automatic taper for drywall. More specifically, the invention relates to a manner for accessing the interior of the business end of the automatic taper for drywall. The taper may have an easily removable cover plate which may allow a user to obtain easy access to the interior of the nozzle of the taper. A user may gain access to the interior of the nozzle by flipping a rotating securing bar upward and then removing the removable cover plate. | 12-01-2011 |
Sheila Victoria Payne, Buxton, ME US
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20100036353 | Refusable baby diaper system - An adjustable, form fitted, reusable diaper which includes a moisture impervious outer cover in a substantially hourglass shape when open, fastens to the wearer around the waist. A reusable detachable moisture pervious topsheet in a substantially hourglass shape attaches to the moisture imperious outer cover. An absorbent layer is placed between the outer cover and the topsheet. The moisture pervious topsheet wicks moisture away from the wearer and into the absorbent layer located between the outer cover and the topsheet. When soiled, the absorbent layer and the topsheet are removed and replaced with additional absorbent layers and topsheets. | 02-11-2010 |
Timothy Payne, Chicago, IL US
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20110168737 | RODLESS DISPENSER FOR EXTRUDABLE MATERIALS AND HAVING A CONTENTS INDICATOR - A push chain is used to drive a piston into a canister of extrudable material. The push chain is stored in an elongated chain magazine, withdrawn from the magazine and into the canister by actuation of a trigger connected to a sprocket for the chain. The push chain exerts a compressive force on a piston rod connected to a piston at a point offset from the center line of the piston, causing the piston to rotate to lock the push chain. The amount of material remaining in a tube of extrudable material is enunciated by way of a contents indicator driven by the push chain. | 07-14-2011 |
20110168742 | PISTON AND PISTON ROD FOR A RODLESS DISPENSER - A piston and piston rod for a rodless dispenser for extrudable material are configured such that compressive force exerted on the piston from a push chain causes a reactive torque to be created that locks the links of the chain together. The push rod is located away from the piston's geometric center. | 07-14-2011 |
Wesley T. Payne, Plainfield, IL US
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20090104047 | Pump having multiple minimum flow mechanical stops - A pump is disclosed. The pump may have a housing, and at least one pumping mechanism disposed within the housing. The at least one pumping mechanism may have a variable displacement. The pump may also have a plurality of available mechanical stops. Each of the plurality of available mechanical stops may be connectable to the housing and configured the limit a minimum displacement of the at least one pumping mechanism to a different amount. | 04-23-2009 |
20140238007 | Hydraulic Ride Control System - A hydraulic system is provided including a hydraulic actuator having a first chamber. A pump is configured to supply pressurized fluid to the hydraulic actuator. A balancing valve is configured to be operable in a balancing mode to equalize pressure in an accumulator and the first chamber of the hydraulic actuator. An activation valve is configured to be operable in a ride control mode to place the first chamber of the hydraulic actuator in communication with the accumulator. A flow control valve is configured to block flow from the pump when a flow rate from the pump exceeds a predetermined amount. | 08-28-2014 |
Wesley Thomas Payne, Plainfield, IL US
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20100024411 | Hydraulic system having automated ride control activation - A hydraulic system for a mobile machine having an implement is disclosed. The hydraulic system may have a hydraulic actuator configured to move the implement, a storage device configured to store pressurized fluid, and a valve operable to fluidly communicate the storage device with the hydraulic actuator. The hydraulic system may also have a sensor associated with the mobile machine to generate a signal indicative of a speed of the mobile machine, and a controller in communication with the valve and the sensor. The controller may be configured to compare the speed of the mobile machine to a setpoint and to determine an amount of time elapsed while the speed of the mobile machine exceeds the setpoint. The controller may further be configured to selectively operate the valve to fluidly communicate the storage device with the actuator based on the elapsed amount of time and the speed to cushion movement of the implement. | 02-04-2010 |
20110083762 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM HAVING A BACKPRESSURE CONTROL VALVE - A hydraulic system for a machine is disclosed. The hydraulic system has a source of pressurized fluid, a fluid actuator, and a tank. The hydraulic system utilizes a directional control valve to direct flow between the source, the actuator, and the tank. The hydraulic further utilizes a variable backpressure control valve to control the system backpressure. | 04-14-2011 |
20140026546 | Regeneration Valve for a Hydraulic Circuit - A regeneration valve for a hydraulic circuit may include a valve element for controlling flow between first, second, and third ports. The valve element may be formed with a flow slot that generates a slot flow force when hydraulic fluid flows therethrough. The flow slot may be configured so that a predetermined fluid low rate may generate a slot flow force sufficient to actuate the valve element from a first position to a second position. In the second position, the valve element may divert a portion of flow from the second port to the first port is diverted to the third port. The flow slot may be configured so that the fluid exits the slot at an exit angle that varies as the valve element moves between first and second positions, thereby to provide a more uniform flow force across the range of travel of the valve element. | 01-30-2014 |
20140026550 | HYDRAULIC ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM - A machine includes a hydraulic cylinder configured to raise and lower a boom of the machine, and an accumulator selectively fluidly connected to the hydraulic cylinder. The accumulator is configured to receive fluid from the hydraulic cylinder during lowering of the boom. The machine also includes a hydraulic motor fluidly connected to the accumulator via an independent metering valve. The machine further includes a fan driven by the hydraulic motor and configured to assist in cooling fluid displaced from the hydraulic cylinder. | 01-30-2014 |
William A. Payne, Cordova, TN US
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20110024067 | Anti-Microbial Paper Substrates Useful in Wallboard Tape Applications - This invention relates to paper products and/or substrates suitable for being made into wallboard tape (also may be known as joint tape and/or drywall tape) and having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. The paper substrate is characterized by its excellent physical properties including cross direction (CD) tensile, machine (MD) tensile, internal bond, wet tensile, hygroexpansivity, curl, bonding properties, bonding of joint tape to joint compound, etc. The paper product of the invention contains a sizing agent and an antimicrobial compound as well as other optional components including without limitation a binder. The paper product of the invention may be produced by contacting the plurality of cellulose fibers with each of the sizing agent, antimicrobial compound, and optional components at any point in the papermaking process, converting process, and/or post-converting process. Finally, the invention relates to methods of using the paper substrate. | 02-03-2011 |
20130333323 | ANTI-MICROBIAL PAPER SUBSTRATES USEFUL IN WALLBOARD TAPE APPLICATIONS - This invention relates to paper products and/or substrates suitable for being made into wallboard tape (also may be known as joint tape and/or drywall tape) and having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. The paper substrate is characterized by its excellent physical properties including cross direction (CD) tensile, machine (MD) tensile, internal bond, wet tensile, hygroexpansivity, curl, bonding properties, bonding of joint tape to joint compound, etc. The paper product of the invention contains a sizing agent and an antimicrobial compound as well as other optional components including without limitation a binder. The paper product of the invention may be produced by contacting the plurality of cellulose fibers with each of the sizing agent, antimicrobial compound, and optional components at any point in the papermaking process, converting process, and/or post-converting process. Finally, the invention relates to methods of using the paper substrate. | 12-19-2013 |
William A. Payne, Glen Ellyn, IL US
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20080219213 | DYNAMIC SHARING OF WIRELESS RESOURCES AMONG DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION NETWORKS - Various embodiments are described to enable multiple, independent communication networks to share in an autonomous and dynamic manner unlicensed wireless resources. Generally, this involves determining that a first network node ( | 09-11-2008 |
20090067383 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A FREQUENCY DIVISION DUPLEX COMMUNICATION USING A TIME DIVISION DUPLEX MODEM - The present invention is directed to an communication unit an antenna and at least two modem cards. The first modem card is coupled to the antenna so that the first modem card transmits a first transmit signal at a first frequency during a first period and receives a first received signal at a second frequency during a second time period. The second modem card couple to the antenna so that the second modem card transmits a second transmit signal at the first frequency during the second time period and receives a second receive signal at the second frequency during the first time period. The communication unit can also include a synchronizer that is coupled to the first and second modem cards to generate a signal to synchronize the transmit and receive signals transmitted and received by the antenna. | 03-12-2009 |