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20090074726 | MVA EXPRESSING MODIFIED HIV ENVELOPE, GAG, AND POL GENES - The invention provides modified virus Ankara (MVA), a replication-deficient strain of vaccinia virus, expressing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) env, gag, and pol genes. | 03-19-2009 |
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20130078276 | VECTORS EXPRESSING HIV ANTIGENS AND GM-CSF AND RELATED METHODS OF GENERATING AN IMMUNE RESPONSE - The disclosure provides vectors encoding one or more HIV antigens and GM-CSF. Also provided are methods of inducing an immune response in a subject, methods of treating a subject having HIV, and methods of manufacturing a medicament for inducing an immune response that require the use of these vectors and vaccine inserts. | 03-28-2013 |
20130280215 | MVA VECTORS EXPRESSING POLYPEPTIDES AND HAVING HIGH LEVEL PRODUCTION IN CERTAIN CELL LINES - The present invention provides viral vectors, such as recombinant MVA vectors, that are capable of expressing one or more polypeptides, such as, e.g., HIV proteins or GM-CSF, in the cells of a human patient at relatively high levels and can also be produced in significant quantities in cultured cells. Also provided are methods for producing the viral vectors and pharmaceutical compositions containing them. | 10-24-2013 |
20150231227 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AN IMMUNE RESPONSE - Novel plasmid constructs useful for the delivery of DNA vaccines are provided having a transcription cassette capable of directing the expression of a vaccine nucleic acid insert encoding immunogens derived from any pathogen, including fungi, bacteria and viruses. The constructs are useful for inducing in a patient an immune response against pathogenic viruses such as HIV, measles or influenza. Immunodeficiency virus vaccine inserts of the present invention express non-infectious HIV virus-like particles (VLP) bearing multiple viral epitopes. VLPs allow presentation of the epitopes to multiple histocompatability types. Also described are methods for immunizing a patient by delivery of a novel plasmid of the present invention to a patient. Optionally, the immunization protocol may include a booster vaccination that may be a live vector vaccine such as a recombinant pox virus or modified vaccinia Arbora vector having a transcription cassette expressing the same vaccine insert as the primary immunizing vector. | 08-20-2015 |
20150238593 | MVA EXPRESSING MODIFIED HIV ENVELOPE, GAG AND POL GENES - The invention provides modified virus Ankara (MVA), a replication-deficient strain of vaccinia virus, expressing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) env, gag, and pol genes. | 08-27-2015 |
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20090318932 | BONE SCREW REMOVAL SYSTEM - A bone screw removal system for a bone screw retaining system that includes an implant having a plate, which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine, and an elastically deformable spring member positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the spring member can extend into a portion of an upper region of each of the bores of a pair of opposing bores, the spring member being movable between a first relaxed, expanded position and a second, compressed position. The bone screw removal system having at least one tongue member that is configured to selectively act on the spring member of the bone screw retaining system. | 12-24-2009 |
20100016901 | BONE SCREW RETAINING SYSTEM - A bone screw retaining system including an implant adapted to be applied the anterior human cervical spine for contacting anterior aspects of at least two cervical vertebral bodies, the implant having a plate that defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that extend along a longitudinal axis between an anterior surface and a posterior surface, each bore being configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. An elastically deformable spring member positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the spring member can extend into a portion of an upper region of each of the bores of a pair of opposing bores, the spring member being movable between a first relaxed, expanded position and a second, compressed position. In the first relaxed position, at least a portion of the spring member extends outwardly substantially transverse to the longitudinal axis of the bore and into the upper region of the bore and, in the second position, portions of the spring member are medially biased away from the longitudinal axis of the bore toward the outer wall of upper region of the bore, which increases the effective inner diameter of the upper region of the bore. | 01-21-2010 |
20100241174 | BONE SCREW RETAINING AND REMOVAL SYSTEM - A bone screw retention system is provided for a plate which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. One or more retention members, having an elliptical, arcuate, straight, or other shape, can be positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the retention member(s) extend into a portion of an upper region of each bore to retain a bone screw therein. A bone screw removal device is provided, having at least one tongue member configured to selectively displace the one or more retention members to allow the bone screw to be removed from the respective bore. | 09-23-2010 |
20110313468 | BONE SCREW RETAINING AND REMOVAL SYSTEM - A bone screw retention system is provided for a plate which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. One or more retention members, having an elliptical, arcuate, straight, or other shape, can be positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the retention member(s) extend into a portion of an upper region of each bore to retain a bone screw therein. A bone screw removal device is provided, having at least one tongue member configured to selectively displace the one or more retention members to allow the bone screw to be removed from the respective bore. | 12-22-2011 |
20120143252 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates configured for attachment to portions of adjacent spinous processes. The device also has an implant configured for insertion between two adjacent spinous processes. The method has the steps of assembling the components of the implantable device and otherwise inserting them into position onto, between, and/or adjacent two desired spinous processes. | 06-07-2012 |
20120221051 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION APPARATUS - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates configured for attachment to portions of adjacent spinous processes. The device can also have an implant configured for insertion between two adjacent spinous processes, but need not necessarily. The method has the steps of assembling the components of the implantable device and otherwise inserting them into position onto, between, and/or adjacent two desired spinous processes. | 08-30-2012 |
20130060289 | BONE SCREW RETAINING SYSTEM WITH PINNED RETAINER - A bone screw retention system is provided for a plate which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. The retention member has a body and two legs extending therefrom the body. The legs are moveable from a first position to a second position, thereby enabling or preventing movement of a bone screw therein the bores. | 03-07-2013 |
20130072984 | FENESTRATED BONE SCREWS AND METHODS OF BONE FASTENING AND STABILIZATION - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for bone fixation are presented. In one aspect, presented herein is a screw for bone fixation, an insertion tool, and a method for stabilization across a bone joint of the spine. The bone screw has an elongate shank defining an internal longitudinal passage. The screw has an external threaded surface and a tapered distal end. The insertion tool engages the head of the screw and is used to drive the screw into the desired bone joint. | 03-21-2013 |
20130072986 | FENESTRATED BONE SCREWS AND METHODS OF BONE FASTENING AND STABILIZATION - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for bone fixation are presented. In one aspect, presented herein is a screw for bone fixation, an insertion tool, and a method for stabilization across a bone joint of the spine. The bone screw has an elongate shank defining an internal longitudinal passage. The screw has an external threaded surface and a tapered distal end. The insertion tool engages the head of the screw and is used to drive the screw into the desired bone joint. | 03-21-2013 |
20140005724 | BONE SCREW COUPLING ASSEMBLY | 01-02-2014 |
20140005725 | BONE SCREW COUPLING ASSEMBLY | 01-02-2014 |
20140046446 | PERCUTANEOUS CAGE DELIVERY SYSTEMS DEVICES AND METHODS - An insertion guide to aid in placing a cage into an intervertebral space is presented. The insertion guide has an elongate insertion member having a cross-sectional shape configured to engage a portion of the cage. An end of the insertion member is positioned in a desired location in the intervertebral space and the cage slides along the length of the insertion member to the desired location. | 02-13-2014 |
20140094848 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION APPARATUS - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates configured for attachment to portions of adjacent spinous processes. The device can also have an implant configured for insertion between two adjacent spinous processes, but need not necessarily. The method has the steps of assembling the components of the implantable device and otherwise inserting them into position onto, between, and/or adjacent two desired spinous processes. | 04-03-2014 |
20140114355 | INTER-SPINOUS PROCESS DEVICE AND METHOD - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates, the first plate having a surface facing a surface of the second plate. The plates are configured for placement on either side of two adjacent spinous processes. The plates are held in place adjacent each side of the two spinous processes by a post connected to each of the plates and extending substantially therefrom the facing surface of the first plate to at least the facing surface of the second plate. | 04-24-2014 |
20140114361 | SURGICAL ACCESS SYSTEM - A portal for accessing a desired lamina portion of a desired cervical vertebra to perform a laminoplasty. In one aspect, a laminoplasty portal is presented that defines an interior conduit and has a first sidewall section and a second sidewall section. | 04-24-2014 |
20140114420 | EXPANDABLE INTER-BODY FUSION DEVICES AND METHODS - An expandable inter-body fusion device is presented. The expandable inter-body fusion device has a first plate and a second plate that can be manipulated to change the height and angle of lordosis. Also presented is a method of using an expandable inter-body fusion device in an inter-body fusion procedure, and a method of using an expandable trial to size the correct expandable inter-body fusion device for use in the aforementioned procedure. | 04-24-2014 |
20140142637 | LAMINOPLASTY SYSTEM - A laminoplasty plate for securing a separated lamina portion of a desired cervical vertebra in a relief position and a method of using the same to perform a laminoplasty. In one aspect, a lamina setting tool is presented for positioning the lamina portion of the desired cervical vertebra in the relief position. In one aspect, the tool has a first sidewall section that slides in longitudinal relation to a second sidewall section. | 05-22-2014 |
20140148904 | EXPANDABLE INTERVERTEBRAL CAGE ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS - An expandable assembly for insertion into an intervertebral space is presented. The assembly, in particular aspects, includes an elongate body comprising an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the elongate body defines an internal longitudinal channel extending from a proximal opening to a distal cavity. The assembly may include an expander that is sized and shaped for insertion into the distal cavity, thereby selectively expanding the upper portion away from the lower portion. The elongate body may also include one or more bone graft windows a cap that is sized and shaped for insertion into the proximal opening. | 05-29-2014 |
20140236242 | FENESTRATED BONE SCREWS AND METHODS OF BONE FASTENING AND STABILIZATION - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for bone fixation are presented. In one aspect, presented herein is a screw for bone fixation, an insertion tool, and a method for stabilization across a bone joint of the spine. The bone screw has an elongate shank defining an internal longitudinal passage. The screw has an external threaded surface and a tapered distal end. The insertion tool engages the head of the screw and is used to drive the screw into the desired bone joint. | 08-21-2014 |
20140277474 | EXPANDABLE INTER-BODY FUSION DEVICES AND METHODS - An expandable inter-body fusion device is presented. The expandable inter-body fusion device can have a first plate, a second plate, and an insert positioned substantially therebetween the first plate and the second plate. The first plate, the second plate, and the insert define an interior cavity. Moving the insert longitudinally with respect to the first and second plates increases or decreases the distance of the first plate with respect to the second plate, effectively expanding the inter-body fusion device and increasing the volume of the interior cavity. | 09-18-2014 |
20140277509 | EXPANDABLE VERTEBRAL BODY REPLACEMENT AND METHODS - An expandable vertebral body replacement is presented. The device has an inner and outer wall longitudinally moveable on one-another which locks in place using a ratchet mechanism. This can be locked or fortified by several described options. Also presented is a method for expanding said device embodiments. | 09-18-2014 |
20140277510 | EXPANDABLE VERTEBRAL BODY REPLACEMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHODS - An expandable vertebral body replacement is presented. The device has an inner and outer housing longitudinally moveable on one-another which locks in place using a retention member. This can be locked or fortified by several described options. Also presented is a method for expanding said device embodiments and a system for an expandable vertebral body replacement. | 09-18-2014 |
20150025583 | INTER-SPINOUS PROCESS DEVICE AND METHOD - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates, the first plate having a surface facing a surface of the second plate. The plates are configured for placement on either side of two adjacent spinous processes. The plates are held in place adjacent each side of the two spinous processes by a post connected to each of the plates and extending substantially therefrom the facing surface of the first plate to at least the facing surface of the second plate. | 01-22-2015 |
20150073427 | BONE SCREW RETAINING AND REMOVAL SYSTEM - A bone screw retention system is provided for a plate which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a hone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. One or more retention members, having an elliptical, arcuate, straight, or other shape, can be positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the retention member(s) extend into a portion of an upper region of each bore to retain a bone screw therein. A bone screw removal device is provided, having at least one tongue member configured to selectively displace the one or more retention members to allow the bone screw to be removed from the respective bore. | 03-12-2015 |
20150088211 | SURGICAL ACCESS SYSTEM - A portal for accessing a desired lamina portion of a desired cervical vertebra to perform a laminoplasty. In one aspect, a laminoplasty portal is presented that defines an interior conduit and has a first sidewall section and a second sidewall section. | 03-26-2015 |
20150094771 | LAMINOPLASTY METHOD - A portal for accessing a desired lamina portion of a desired cervical vertebra to perform a laminoplasty. In one aspect, a laminoplasty portal is presented that defines an interior conduit and has a first sidewall section and a second sidewall section. | 04-02-2015 |
20150182347 | EXPANDABLE INTERVERTEBRAL CAGE ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS - An expandable assembly for insertion into an intervertebral space is presented. The assembly, in particular aspects, includes an elongate body comprising an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the elongate body defines an internal longitudinal channel extending from a proximal opening to a distal cavity. The assembly may include an expander that is sized and shaped for insertion into the distal cavity, thereby selectively expanding the upper portion away from the lower portion. The elongate body may also include one or more bone graft windows a cap that is sized and shaped for insertion into the proximal opening. | 07-02-2015 |
20150190184 | BONE SCREW RETAINING SYSTEM - A bone screw retention system is provided for a plate which defines a plurality of transversely extending bores that are configured to receive a bone screw for engaging the plate to the cervical spine. One or more retention members, having an elliptical, arcuate, straight, u-shaped, or other shape, can be positioned therein a cavity of the plate such that portions of the retention member(s) extend into a portion of an upper region of each bore to retain a bone screw therein. A bone screw removal device is provided, having at least one tongue member configured to selectively displace the one or more retention members to allow the bone screw to be removed from the respective bore. | 07-09-2015 |
20160022434 | EXPANDABLE INTERVERTEBRAL CAGE ASSEMBLIES - An expandable assembly for insertion into an intervertebral space is presented. The assembly, in particular aspects, includes an elongate body comprising an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the elongate body defines an internal longitudinal channel extending from a proximal opening to a distal cavity. The assembly may include an expander that is sized and shaped for insertion into the distal cavity, thereby selectively expanding the upper portion away from the lower portion. The elongate body may also include one or more bone graft windows a cap that is sized and shaped for insertion into the proximal opening. | 01-28-2016 |
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20150106291 | Systems and Methods for Conveying a Parcel to a Consignee, For Example, After an Unsuccessful Delivery Attempt - A system for redirecting a parcel from a primary delivery location (e.g., a residential address) to a locker bank is configured to redirect the parcel following an unsuccessful delivery attempt at the primary delivery location. In some embodiments, the system is configured to determine a suitable locker bank to which to redirect the parcel based on preferences received from a carrier (e.g., common carrier), shipper of the parcel, or consignee of the parcel. In various embodiments, following the unsuccessful delivery attempt, the system is configured to receive a request to deliver the parcel to the locker bank, provide access to one or more lockers at the locker bank for placement of the parcel, receive confirmation that the parcel has been placed in a particular locker at the locker bank, and associate the parcel with the particular locker. | 04-16-2015 |
20150106292 | Systems and Methods for Facilitating Delivery of a Parcel to a Suitably Sized Locker - A system, according to various embodiments, is adapted for identifying a suitable locker for a particular parcel based, at least in part on the size of the parcel. In particular embodiments, the system is optimized for identifying the smallest available locker that would accommodate the parcel, and facilitating delivery of the parcel to that locker. The size of the parcel may be obtained, for example, from a carrier, a shipper, a consignee, or a third party (such as a customs agent). | 04-16-2015 |
20150106293 | Systems and Methods for Establishing an Account of a User at a Locker Bank - A system, according to various embodiments, is adapted for facilitating the creation of a consignee account with a carrier at a locker bank. In particular embodiments, the system is adapted to use the locker bank to facilitate delivery of a parcel to an unregistered consignee at a locker bank and, during the course of the delivery transaction, facilitate the creation of an account for the previously unregistered consignee at the locker bank. This may allow the consignee to receive future notifications regarding other parcels that the carrier may deliver to the consignee. | 04-16-2015 |
20150106294 | Systems and Methods for Confirming an Identity of an Individual, For Example, at a Locker Bank - Systems, according to various embodiments, are adapted to use any of a variety of different techniques to identify an individual. In particular embodiments, the system is adapted to, at least partially in response to confirming the identity of a consignee of a parcel, provide the consignee with access to a parcel stored within a secured locker. In particular embodiments, the system may use the current or past location of the consignee, or information from one or more objects physically associated with the consignee (e.g., a portable computing device or an electronic or paper info notice) to verify the consignee's identity. | 04-16-2015 |
20150106295 | Systems and Methods for Confirming an Identity of an Individual, For Example, at a Locker Bank - Systems, according to various embodiments, are adapted to use any of a variety of different techniques to identify an individual. In particular embodiments, the system is adapted to, at least partially in response to confirming the identity of a consignee of a parcel, provide the consignee with access to a parcel stored within a secured locker. In particular embodiments, the system may use the current or past location of the consignee, or information from one or more objects physically associated with the consignee (e.g., a portable computing device or an electronic or paper info notice) to verify the consignee's identity. | 04-16-2015 |
20150106296 | Systems and Methods for Conveying a Parcel to a Consignee, For Example, After an Unsuccessful Delivery Attempt - A system for redirecting a parcel from a primary delivery location (e.g., a residential address) to a locker bank is configured to redirect the parcel following an unsuccessful delivery attempt at the primary delivery location. In some embodiments, the system is configured to determine a suitable locker bank to which to redirect the parcel based on preferences received from a carrier (e.g., common carrier), shipper of the parcel, or consignee of the parcel. In various embodiments, following the unsuccessful delivery attempt, the system is configured to receive a request to deliver the parcel to the locker bank, provide access to one or more lockers at the locker bank for placement of the parcel, receive confirmation that the parcel has been placed in a particular locker at the locker bank, and associate the parcel with the particular locker. | 04-16-2015 |
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20090047845 | Lay-in lug nut plate retainer - A lay-in lug has two spaced apart and substantially parallel lug walls. A nut plate is supported between the first lug wall and the second lug wall. A plate retainer exerts force on a lug wall and restricts the plate from moving in a direction substantially parallel to the first and second lug walls. The plate retainer has a flexible retaining base and a pair of retaining legs extending from the retaining base. Snap protrusions extend from each of the retaining legs and are formed to interlock with a portion of the wall of the lay-in lug and restrict movement the nut plate. The plate retainer either snaps around the edge of the lug wall or along the wall's length. It may also clip around the nut plate and prevents its movement in a direction along the inner surfaces of the lug walls. | 02-19-2009 |
20090088029 | Devices, Systems, and Methods for Coupling Electrical Conductors - Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, which can comprise a lug coupler that comprises a set of bus bars. Each of the set of bus bars can be adapted to be releasably attached to a corresponding terminal of a set of terminals of a circuit breaker. The system can comprise a set of studs adapted to engage a corresponding set of apertures defined by an end connector of one of a set of electrical leads adapted to be electrically coupled to the lug coupler. | 04-02-2009 |
20100014911 | Spring Captive Loaded Fastener Retainer - A spring-loaded captive fastener retainer provides a user-friendly system to mechanically fasten units (e.g. panels, cabinets, etc.) to other units. Generally, the retainer is spring-loaded to force a fastener to extend beyond the unit. The retainer has a housing that provides guidance to the fastener so that it is secured within the unit and travels in a predictable path. | 01-21-2010 |
20100075546 | Retainer, Lay-in Lug Assembly Nut Plate Retainer - The present invention relates generally to a lay-in lug nut plate retainer. More particularly, the invention encompasses a nut plate retainer for a lay-in lug assembly nut plate. The present invention is also directed to a novel lay-in nut plate retainer which provides an alternative way to secure a nut plate to a lay-in lug body during shipping and/or the installation process. The inventive nut plate retainer has a cover with an open area and at least two legs to surround a portion of the lay-in lug and the nut plate. | 03-25-2010 |
20100173537 | Field Installed Lug Landing Accessory - The present invention relates generally to a lug landing accessory. More particularly, the invention encompasses a field installed lug landing accessory. The present invention is also directed to a novel lug landing kit that can be installed by an installer in the field. The invention further comprises a lug coupler comprising a set of bus bars, each of the set of the bus bars are secured to an electrically non-conductive housing of the lug coupler. The bus bar has at least one opening for the passage of at least one electrically conductive protrusion, and the bus bars are electrically connected to at least one corresponding breaker strap. | 07-08-2010 |
20100212233 | Quick Roll Mounting Bracket for Modular Panels - The present invention relates generally to a mounting bracket for a modular panel. More particularly, the invention encompasses a quick roll mounting bracket for modular panels. The quick roll mounting bracket for a modular panel provides an easier/improved means for an installer to install a modular panel and to electrically and mechanically couple the modular panels together. The inventive roller bracket helps guide the modular panel during the coupling process by providing at least one wheel or a rolling interface to an otherwise metallic or metal-to-metal interface. The wheel or a rolling interface could be secured to the modular panel via at least one mounting bracket or via at least one spacer or at least one emboss. | 08-26-2010 |
20100258559 | Removable Endwall Plate For Electrical Panels or Enclosures - The present invention relates generally to electrical panels or enclosures. More particularly, the invention encompasses a removable endwall plate for electrical panels or enclosures. The present invention is also directed to a novel electrical panel or enclosure where an endwall is removably attached to a frame. The endwall can be removed and can be cut at desired locations to create holes or openings for electrical components. The removable endwall can also have one or more knockouts which can be removed from the endwall as needed. One could also have at least one knockout within the knockout. | 10-14-2010 |
20110038103 | Riser Bus Bar Positioning Block - A positioning block and method for spacing riser bus bars includes an insulating material body forming recesses along a longitudinal axis of the block, each recess for receiving an electric riser bus bar therein. A binding feature is formed adjacent to at least one wall of the recesses for securing the riser bus bar within the recess. A locator feature is formed between the walls of each recess for aligning the riser bus bar within the recess. | 02-17-2011 |
20120218686 | INTERIOR ASSEMBLY FOR A THREE PHASE LOAD CENTER - An interior assembly for a three phase load center. The interior assembly includes a base pan having at least one first module that includes a first receptacle portion and a first base portion. The base pan also includes at least one second module having a second receptacle portion and a second base portion. Each receptacle portion includes a receptacle wall having a receptacle edge portion. Each base portion includes a base wall having a base edge portion wherein upon insertion of the second base portion into the first receptacle portion the receptacle and base edge portions engage to attach the first module to the second module and form a modular base pan. The base pan further includes a bus bar located on a back side of the first and second modules and a plurality of insulators for insulating the bus bar. | 08-30-2012 |
20130220669 | BUS BAR RETENTION SNAPS FOR A BASE PAN ASSEMBLY - A retention snap arrangement for attaching a bus bar to a base pan. The arrangement includes first and second walls for forming a channel for receiving the bus bar. The arrangement further includes a first moveable arm having a first snap element that includes a first bottom surface and a second moveable arm having a second snap element that includes a second bottom surface. The first and second arms extend from the first and second walls, respectively, each forming a cantilever. In a first position, the first and second bottom surfaces are located above an edge of the bus bar for inhibiting movement of the bus bar. In a second position, the first and second bottom surfaces are not located above the edge of the bus bar to enable insertion of the bus bar in the channel. | 08-29-2013 |
20140098470 | ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS INCUDING PARALLEL ENERGY SOURCE AND METHODS - An electrical distribution system having a meter socket, load center combination apparatus is disclosed. The meter socket, load center combination apparatus has an enclosure having a meter socket section with a meter socket configured to receive an owner utility meter, an owner load center with a plurality of locations configured to receive circuit interface devices, and a combination cross bus connection section extending between sides of the enclosure, the cross bus connection section having one or more side openings configured to allow electrical connection to one or more main cross bus bars of a main panel, a parallel energy source disconnect, and a parallel energy source coupled to the parallel energy source disconnect. Methods of configuring electrical distribution systems are disclosed, as are other aspects. | 04-10-2014 |
20140099820 | METER SOCKET AND LOAD CENTER COMBINATION APPARATUS, ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLY - A meter socket, load center combination apparatus is disclosed. The meter socket, load center combination apparatus has an enclosure having a meter socket section with a meter socket configured to receive a utility meter, a load center section having a panelboard with a plurality of locations configured to receive circuit interface devices, and a cross-bus connection section extending between first and second sides of the enclosure, the cross bus connection section having one or more side openings configured to allow electrical connection to one or more cross bus bars, and a main circuit breaker coupled between the panelboard and the meter socket. Methods of assembling power distribution systems and electrical distribution systems including the meter socket, load center combination apparatus are disclosed, as are other aspects. | 04-10-2014 |