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Alan Bell, New South Wales AU
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20110251154 | SULFATED POLYSACCHARIDE COMPOUND AND THE PREPARATION AND USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to a sulfated polysaccharide compound and the preparation and use thereof, and in particular to a narrow distribution low molecular weight, highly sulfated pentosan (in this instance a xylan) referred to as glucuronoxylan sulfate (GXS). The invention has been developed primarily for use in the treatment of various clinical conditions. However, it will be appreciated that the invention is not restricted this particular field of use. | 10-13-2011 |
Alan Richard Bell, Woollahra AU
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20090036384 | INCREASING PREGNANCY RATES - The invention relates to a stable formulation for controlling oestrus in a subject. The formulation comprises Gonadotrophin Releasing Hormone or an acceptable salt or analogue thereof, progesterone or an analogue thereof, and an acceptable carrier. | 02-05-2009 |
Alexander Bell, New South Wales AU
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20090089015 | Survey Device - A survey device, including: an antenna to receive at least one wireless signal; an interface to receive environmental data; one or more processors to determine spatial data using the at least one wireless signal, and to produce collocated data by combining the spatial data and the environmental data; and, an output device to output the collocated data. | 04-02-2009 |
Alexander Bell, Kensington, NH US
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20130074940 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
20130145764 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EFFICIENT TWO-PHASE HEAT TRANSFERIN COMPRESSED-AIR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 06-13-2013 |
20130327033 | FORMING LIQUID SPRAYS IN COMPRESSED-GAS ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR EFFECTIVE HEAT EXCHANGE - In various embodiments, efficiency of energy storage and recovery systems compressing and expanding gas is improved via heat exchange between the gas and a heat-transfer fluid. | 12-12-2013 |
20140000251 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EFFICIENT TWO-PHASE HEAT TRANSFER IN COMPRESSED-AIR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS | 01-02-2014 |
Alexander Bell, Hanover, NH US
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20110259001 | FORMING LIQUID SPRAYS IN COMPRESSED-GAS ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR EFFECTIVE HEAT EXCHANGE - In various embodiments, efficiency of energy storage and recovery systems compressing and expanding gas is improved via heat exchange between the gas and a heat-transfer fluid. | 10-27-2011 |
20110314803 | FORMING LIQUID SPRAYS IN COMPRESSED-GAS ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR EFFECTIVE HEAT EXCHANGE - In various embodiments, efficiency of energy storage and recovery systems compressing and expanding gas is improved via heat exchange between the gas and a heat-transfer fluid. | 12-29-2011 |
20110315255 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING DEAD VOLUME IN COMPRESSED-GAS ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, dead space and associated coupling losses are reduced in energy storage and recovery systems employing compressed air. | 12-29-2011 |
Alexander Bell, Hampton Falls, NH US
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20120297772 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EFFICIENT TWO-PHASE HEAT TRANSFER IN COMPRESSED-AIR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 11-29-2012 |
20130074485 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
20130074488 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
20130074941 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
20130074949 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOAM-BASED HEAT EXCHANGE DURING ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING COMPRESSED GAS - In various embodiments, foam is compressed to store energy and/or expanded to recover energy. | 03-28-2013 |
Alexis T. Bell, Berkeley, CA US
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20120232863 | METHOD FOR PREDICTING ADSORBENT PERFORMANCE - A method for predicting selective performance of an adsorbent is disclosed. The adsorbent is selected from a list of metals and/or metal cations for use in removing contaminants as thiophene derivatives in hydrocarbon feed. The metals or metal cations are identified from a list having a positive value for E | 09-13-2012 |
Andrew David Bell, Carry Le Rouet FR
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20120289666 | PROCESS FOR THE GAS PHASE POLYMERISATION OF OLEFINS - The present invention relates to a process for the gas phase polymerisation of olefins, and, in particular, to a process for the gas phase polymerisation of olefins with recycle of fines to the reaction zone. | 11-15-2012 |
20130253148 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR THE POLYMERISATION OF OLEFINS - The present invention relates to a process for the gas-phase polymerisation of olefins in a fluidised bed reactor, which process comprises: a) passing a fluidising gas comprising one or more olefin monomers through a fluidised bed of polymer particles in the presence of a polymerisation catalyst, b) withdrawing a first gaseous stream comprising solid particles from the top of the reactor, c) passing the first gaseous stream to a gas/solids separator, separating solid particles therefrom, and forming a second gaseous stream comprising residual solid particles, d) passing at least a portion of the second gaseous stream to one or more heat exchangers to remove the heat of reaction, and e) recycling at least a portion of the cooled stream from step (d) as the fluidising gas in step (a), characterised in that the rate of fouling of the one or more heat exchangers is such that i) the increase in pressure drop across the heat exchangers is equivalent to less than 5% per year, and/or ii) the decrease in heat transfer of the heat exchangers is equivalent to less than 5% per year. | 09-26-2013 |
20130331535 | APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR THE POLYMERISATION OF OLEFINS - The present invention relates to an apparatus and process for the gas phase polymerisation of olefins, the apparatus comprising: a) a reaction zone comprising a grid at its base, b) an inlet located in the lower half of the reaction zone for introduction of a reaction gas to the reaction zone, c) an outlet located in the upper half of the reaction zone for removal of the reaction gas from the reaction zone, and d) a solids separation unit having an inlet fluidly connected to the outlet for removal of the reaction gas from the reaction zone, characterised in that the inlet of the solids separation unit is located at a vertical height lower than the outlet for removal of reaction gas from the reaction zone and such that the angle to the horizontal of a straight line drawn between the inlet of the solids separation unit and the outlet for removal of reaction gas from the reaction zone is greater than 20°. | 12-12-2013 |
20140343242 | POLYMERISATION PROCESS - The present invention relates to a polymerisation process, and in particular provides a process for the polymerisation of monomer in a polymerisation system having at least one component attached thereto which component is flushed with a flush medium which enters the polymerisation system, wherein initially said component is flushed with a first flush medium, and subsequently said component is flushed with a second flush medium. | 11-20-2014 |
Benjamin Bell, Auckland NZ
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20110281345 | Continuous Flow Worm Farm - An apparatus for the treatment of organic matter with worms, includes a receptacle with a side wall at least a portion of which is downwardly tapering to facilitate compression of organic matter as organic matter is processed, an upper entry aperture for loading the receptacle with the organic matter and worms, a lower discharge aperture for discharging compressed material including castings and organic matter, and a base lid adapted to releasably close the discharge aperture and to permit removal of the compressed material from the receptacle. | 11-17-2011 |
Bob Bell, Brownstown, MI US
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20130034377 | SHIELDING DEVICE WITH A SHIELDING ELEMENT AND AT LEAST ONE TEMPERATURE AND OSCILLATION-DECOUPLED FASTENING DEVICE - The invention relates to a shielding device with a shielding element and at least one fastening eyelet for fastening the shielding device to a counterpart fastening piece and for receiving a fastening element. The fastening eyelet is movably supported in a fastening opening of the shielding device. The fastening eyelet is supported by a resiliently embodied coupling device so that the fastening eyelet is resiliently supported relative to the shielding element in an axial direction and is movable in the fastening opening relative to the shielding element in at least one radial direction when acted on with friction force. To produce friction force, radially outer regions of the coupling device cooperate in a resiliently prestressed fashion with sliding zones of opposing outsides of the shielding element. | 02-07-2013 |
Brandon Bell, West Monroe, LA US
Brian Mallory Bell, Nicholasville, KY US
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20120046143 | Vision exercise device - An embodiment of the disclosure consists of a rectangular lightweight rigid handled frame, four adjustable telescoping foldout locking legs with protective feet, a rear-facing mirror, a pair of forward-facing mirrors, an eleven-light light source, and a control panel. The rear-facing mirror is connected to the frame and is adjustable about a horizontal axis to form a vertical angle in order to facilitate the reflections from the light source back and forth between the rear-facing mirror and the pair of forward-facing mirrors. The pair of forward-facing mirrors are connected to the frame, are spaced apart to form the porthole, and are adjustable on both a vertical and horizontal axis in order to form the vertical angle and the rotational angle needed to facilitate the reflections from the light source back and forth between the rear-facing mirror and at least one of the pair of forward-facing mirrors. | 02-23-2012 |
Charles Bell, Jackson, MI US
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20120124982 | INLET FOR EXHAUST TREATMENT DEVICE - An exhaust gas treatment device includes an inlet housing having an inlet opening for receipt of an exhaust flow from an engine aligned along a first axis. A main housing includes a cylindrical body portion defining a treatment zone and an exhaust outlet aligned along a second axis extending parallel to the first axis. The inlet housing is in fluid communication with and fixed to an outer surface of the main housing. The inlet housing includes a contoured wall including an end portion positioned opposite the inlet opening, an aperture extending through the wall transverse to the first axis, divergent side wall portions on opposite sides of the inlet opening, and a necked portion having a reduced cross-section positioned downstream of the inlet opening and upstream of the aperture. A component is coupled to the main housing for treating exhaust flowing through the treatment zone. | 05-24-2012 |
Charleson S. Bell, Pawleys Island, SC US
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20120258051 | Multistrata nanoparticles and methods for making multistrata nanoparticles - A composition comprising a core comprising an iron oxide, a first shell comprising at least one plasmon active metal at least partially surrounding the core, a second shell comprising a dielectric material at least partially surrounding the first shell, and a third shell comprising at least one plasmon active metal at least partially surrounding the second shell. | 10-11-2012 |
Craig Andrew Bell, Brisbane AU
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20120059173 | DENDRITIC MOLECULES - The invention relates to novel dendritic molecules and methods of making them. The dendritic molecules comprise arms, each of which arms is a polymer. The dendritic molecules can be synthesised by way of a reasonably small number of versatile and reliable step-wise reactions, especially click chemistry reactions. Chemical and structural heterogeneity is possible in the dendritic molecule. The invention also provides for surface and interior functionalisation of the molecule. | 03-08-2012 |
Cynthia Bell, Chandler, AZ US
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20120067134 | DISPLAY BENDER AND METHOD OF TESTING FLEXIBLE DISPLAY - Some embodiments include an apparatus for testing flexible displays. The apparatus can include: (a) a first clamp configured to receive a first end of the flexible display; (b) a second clamp configured to receive a second end of the flexible display, wherein the second end of the flexible display is opposite the first end of the flexible display; and (c) a test column. Other embodiments and methods are disclosed herein. | 03-22-2012 |
20120147468 | Method and System for Aligning Color Filter Array - A method and system of aligning color filter array are disclosed. Other embodiments are disclosed herein. | 06-14-2012 |
20130044319 | Method and System for Aligning Color Filter Array - A method and system of aligning color filter array are disclosed. Other embodiments are disclosed herein. | 02-21-2013 |
20140160313 | DETERMINING A FINAL EXPOSURE SETTING AUTOMATICALLY FOR A SOLID STATE CAMERA WITHOUT A SEPARATE LIGHT METERING CIRCUIT - An embodiment of the invention is a method of generating a final exposure setting, including, (a) selecting one of a number of predetermined exposure settings as a current exposure setting for a solid state camera having a camera imager, (b) generating a captured scene by the camera imager using the current exposure setting, (c) selecting according to an automated search methodology another one of the exposure settings to be the current setting in response to the captured scene being underexposed or overexposed, and, (d) repeating (b) and (c) until the captured scene is neither underexposed or overexposed. | 06-12-2014 |
Dale Arthur Bell, Haifa IL
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20120226670 | IMPLEMENTING CONTINUOUS CONTROL MONITORING FOR AUDIT PURPOSES USING A COMPLEX EVENT PROCESSING ENVIRONMENT - A method of providing True Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM) of business processes for audit purposes is provided herein. The method includes the following steps: consolidating data from multiple sources, in case the transactional data is located in more than one source, to a single self contained and comprehensive source; identifying, in the single data source, data elements that are required for detection and reporting for each audit rule; translating and streaming, in case required, the transactions data into events, so that every change in a transaction is immediately reflected and identifiable; eliminating duplicate events for the same single transaction; applying the event processing engine to the events, based on event audit patterns derived from audit rules, possibly entered by non-programmers; and generating alert data in audit-style notation, to be reported back to the system, based on alert notifications derived from the event processing engine. | 09-06-2012 |
David Allen Bell, Berkeley, CA US
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20130013393 | SYSTEMS AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING OFFERED INCENTIVES THAT WILL ACHIEVE AN OBJECTIVE - A computer implemented method of improving the performance of a viral marketing program comprises exposing, via a computer network, a first offered incentive to a first plurality of users. A first consumer viral marketing action is to be completed to receive the first incentive. First data indicative of the first plurality of users' progress toward achieving the first action is collected thereby providing a likelihood of the first incentive obtaining an objective. A second incentive is exposed to a second plurality of users. A second consumer viral marketing action is to be completed to receive the second incentive. Second data indicative of the second plurality of users' progress toward achieving the second marketing action is collected thereby providing a likelihood of the second incentive obtaining the objective. The first and second data is compared using a metric to identify which incentive is more likely to obtain the objective. | 01-10-2013 |
20130268350 | System and Method for Optimization of Viral Marketing Efforts - Systems and methods for optimizing viral marketing efforts are disclosed in which a trial a viral marketing trial program is presented to a user. The viral marketing trial program includes a user incentive as well as a plurality of user tasks that needs to be completed to receive the user incentive. One or more user reactions to the plurality of user tasks are monitored; user feedback in accordance with the one or more user reactions is collected, the user feedback is analyzed using one or more metrics and the viral marketing trial program is adjusted in accordance with the analyzed user feedback. | 10-10-2013 |
Dennis L. Bell, Knoxville, TN US
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20120300892 | Passive Gamma Thermometer Level Indication And Inadequate Core Monitoring System And Methods For Power Reactor Applications During A Station Electrical Blackout (SBO) Or Prolonged Station Blackout (PSBO) Event - A system and method of passively monitoring nuclear fuel coolant conditions is disclosed, and includes a passive (non-electrically powered) gamma thermometer(s) located in nuclear fuel coolant area(s) (e.g., in the reactor vessel and/or in the facility spent fuel pool) and in electrical communication with millivolt meter(s) to facilitate passive monitoring of nuclear fuel coolant levels, nuclear fuel coolant temperatures, and/or heat transfer conditions in the nuclear fuel coolant area(s) during a station blackout (SBO) or prolonged station blackout (PSBO) event. | 11-29-2012 |
Donald Robert Bell, Midlothian, VA US
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20150038382 | GEAR OIL COMPOSITIONS - A gear oil composition, a method for operating an automotive gear, and a method for improving performance of a gear oil that includes a) a major amount of a base oil having a lubricating viscosity; b) a polysulfide extreme pressure agent; and c) a reaction product of an acylated copolymer and a polyamine. | 02-05-2015 |
Douglas Allen Bell, Peoria, AZ US
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20120198220 | METHODS AND RECONFIGURABLE SYSTEMS TO OPTIMIZE THE PERFORMANCE OF A CONDITION BASED HEALTH MAINTENANCE SYSTEM - Methods and reconfigurable systems are provided for monitoring the health of a complex system. The reconfigurable system comprises a plurality of standardized executable application modules containing instructions to perform one of a plurality of different standardized functions. The system further comprises a plurality of computing nodes arranged in a hierarchical structure comprising one or more layers of computing nodes. Each computing node of the plurality runs a host application and a workflow service module, each computing node thereby being configured by a configuration file that directs the execution of any of the standardized executable application modules in a cooperative fashion by the host application via the workflow service module. The system also comprises a loading means for populating each computing node with one or more standardized executable application modules of the plurality, a communication means, and a configuration means for programming the populated standardized executable application modules. | 08-02-2012 |
20120254876 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COORDINATING COMPUTING FUNCTIONS TO ACCOMPLISH A TASK - Systems and Methods are provided for coordinating computing functions to accomplish a task. The system includes a plurality of standardized executable application modules (SEAMs), each of which is configured to execute on a processor to provide a unique function and to generate an event associated with its unique function. The system includes a configuration file that comprises a dynamic data store (DDS) and a static data store (SDS). The DDS includes an event queue and one or more response queues. The SDS includes a persistent software object that is configured to map a specific event from the event queue to a predefined response record and to indicate a response queue into which the predefined response record is to be placed. The system further includes a workflow service module, the work flow service module being configured to direct communication between the SDS, the DDS and each of the plurality of SEAMs. | 10-04-2012 |
20130097459 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTED DIAGNOSTIC REASONING - A method for distributed diagnostic reasoning is provided. The method includes establishing a computing node monitoring the operation of a component of a complex system and populating at least one of a processor and the memory of the computing node with one or more standardized executable application modules (SEAMs) and a workflow service. The method further includes creating a configuration file in combination with several SEAMS to create a distributed diagnostic reasoner (DDR) associated with the component. The method also comprises installing the configuration file in the computing node for execution by the processor; and initializing the one or more SEAMS, the configuration file and the workflow service, wherein the workflow service facilitates data flow between the one or more SEAMS and the static data associated with a fault condition resident in the configuration file. | 04-18-2013 |
20130268950 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COORDINATING COMPUTING FUNCTIONS TO ACCOMPLISH A TASK - Systems and Methods are provided for coordinating computing functions to accomplish a task. The system includes a plurality of standardized executable application modules (SEAMs), each of which is configured to execute on a processor to provide a unique function and to generate an event associated with its unique function. The system includes a configuration file that comprises a dynamic data store (DDS) and a static data store (SDS). The DDS includes an event queue and one or more response queues. The SDS includes a persistent software object that is configured to map a specific event from the event queue to a predefined response record and to indicate a response queue into which the predefined response record is to be placed. The system further includes a workflow service module, the work flow service module being configured to direct communication between the SDS, the DDS and each of the plurality of SEAMs. | 10-10-2013 |
20140047448 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR LIMITING USER CUSTOMIZATION OF TASK WORKFLOW IN A CONDITION BASED HEALTH MAINTENANCE SYSTEM - Systems and methods are provided for customizing workflow in a condition based health maintenance (“CBM”) system computing node. The computerized method comprises identifying a first standardized executable application module (“SEAM”), wherein the first SEAM is configured to generate a first event associated with particular data being processed by the first SEAM and identifying a second SEAM, wherein the second SEAM is configured to generate a subsequent event associated with the particular data processed by the first SEAM. The computerized method further comprises creating a quasi-state machine associating a unique responses to the first event and associating a unique responses to the subsequent event, and installing the quasi-state machine into the SDS of the computing node from which the workflow service state machine retrieves the one or more unique responses from the quasi-state machine to the first event for processing by the second SEAM to produce the subsequent second event. | 02-13-2014 |
20140095939 | METHOD FOR PERFORMING CONDITION BASED DATA ACQUISITION IN A HIERARCHICALLY DISTRIBUTED CONDITION BASED MAINTENANCE SYSTEM - A method for accumulating fault condition data from a hierarchical system is presented comprising monitoring an operation of a component with a computing node that includes a processor and a memory. The memory contains a configuration file comprising failure modes (FM), symptoms, tests that identify the symptoms and a corrective action for the symptom. The method further comprises populating at least one of the processor and the memory of the computing node with one or more standardized executable application modules (SEAM) and a workflow service. The one or more SEAMS is configured to create a fault condition record by collecting all FMs that manifest the symptom. For all FMs collected, a list of unique symptoms is produced. Further all tests that can identify the listed unique symptoms and all of the corrective actions associated with the FMs that manifest the symptom are determined from the memory device. | 04-03-2014 |
20150089294 | METHODS FOR DETERMINING MULTIPLE SIMULTANEOUS FAULT CONDITIONS - The present application relates to a method for determining multiple simultaneous fault conditions on complex systems. The method comprises receiving symptoms of a complex system from monitors. When some of the symptoms suggest the existence of multiple simultaneous fault conditions, then the method | 03-26-2015 |
Douglas Bruce Bell, Singapore SG
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20120152566 | EXTENDED REACH WHIPSTOCK AND METHODS OF USE - In some embodiments, a whipstock includes an extendable deflector movable from a retracted to a deployed position. In the deployed position, the retractor is capable of guiding a tubular member farther away from the whipstock than the outer slide surface of the whipstock as the tubular member passes downwardly along the whipstock. | 06-21-2012 |
20120241144 | Whipstock Assembly - In some embodiments, a whipstock includes a deflector movable from a retracted to a deployed position and at least one biasing member engageable with the deflector and configured to prevent it from moving back in the direction of the whipstock body while in the deployed position. In the deployed position, the deflector is capable of guiding a tubular member away from the whipstock. | 09-27-2012 |
Eamonn Bell, Wollongong AU
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20110288900 | Scheduling Management System, Method and Device - The present invention relates generally to the field of task management methods and systems and specifically task management methods and systems for creating and optimising future schedules utilising the computer. | 11-24-2011 |
Franciscus Wilhelmus Bell, Best NL
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20100214543 | LITHOGRAPHIC APPARATUS, A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE APPARATUS AND A DEVICE MANUFACTURING METHOD - A method of operating a lithographic apparatus is disclosed. The method includes moving a substrate table supporting a substrate relative to a projection system and adjusting the scanning speed between the substrate table and the projection system during imaging of a target within a predefined area at or near an edge of the substrate, or adjusting the stepping speed between adjacent target positions in a predefined area at or near the edge of the substrate, or both. The adjusting the scanning and/or stepping speed may comprise lowering the speed. The projection system is configured to project a patterned beam of radiation on to a target portion of the substrate. | 08-26-2010 |
Gareth Bell US
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20120139835 | INTERACTIVE INPUT SYSTEM AND METHOD - An interactive input system comprises a display panel; a first illumination source providing illumination across an outer surface of the display panel such that when a pointer is brought into proximity with the outer surface, the pointer reflects illumination from the first illumination source through the display panel; at least one imaging device having a field of view aimed at an opposite outer surface of the display panel, the at least one imaging device capturing images including illumination reflected by the pointer through the display panel; and processing structure in communication with the at least one imaging device, said processing structure processing the captured images to determine a location of the pointer relative to the outer surface. | 06-07-2012 |
Gareth P. Bell, Auckland NZ
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20110007089 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF PROCESSING IMAGES FOR IMPROVED DISPLAY - Image processing may be performed to generate a color image for display on a color display screen and a monochrome image for display on a monochrome display screen, where an overlap of the images may produce a resultant color image at one or more depths. The one or more depths may be determined by an amount of blur applied to one image and an amount of sharpness applied to other. The one or more depths may be determined by a gamma value of the monochrome image. Since the monochrome display screen may have fewer or no color filters and/or a lower resolution, the monochrome display screen may pass more light than conventional color display screens. As such, less light can be used to illuminate color images displayed at different depths using a color display screen and a monochrome display screen, thereby reducing energy consumption of the display device. | 01-13-2011 |
Gareth Paul Bell, Hamilton NZ
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20100045601 | INTERACTION WITH A MULTI-COMPONENT DISPLAY - A system and method for interacting with at least one display screen of a multi-component display is disclosed. A system includes a first display screen operable to display a first image, wherein the first display screen includes a first plurality of pixels. A second display screen is operable to display a second image, wherein the second display screen includes a second plurality of pixels, wherein the second display screen overlaps the first display screen, wherein the second display screen is further operable to display the second image simultaneously with the display of the first image, and wherein a portion of the first image is viewable through the second display screen. A user interface is operable to enable interaction with at least one display screen selected from a group consisting of the first display screen and the second display screen. | 02-25-2010 |
20100201921 | OPTICAL RETARDER - A display including a first-order optical retarder and a method for assembling the same is disclosed. A display includes a first display screen operable to display a first image using a first plurality of pixels. A second display screen is operable to display a second image using a second plurality of pixels, wherein the first and second display screens overlap. The display also includes a first-order optical retarder disposed between the first and second display screens. | 08-12-2010 |
20110188134 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING POINT SPREAD OF AN OBJECT - A method of controlling a point spread of an object is disclosed. The method includes determining a first value of a characteristic of an optical component of a display, wherein the display includes a first display screen and a second display screen, and wherein the first and second display screens overlap. The method also includes determining a position for the optical component based upon the first value of the characteristic by determining a distance from an origin of the object to the position based upon the first value of the characteristic. | 08-04-2011 |
20140362076 | DISPLAY INTERPOSING A PHYSICAL OBJECT WITHIN A THREE-DIMENSIONAL VOLUMETRIC SPACE - A visual display unit creating a three-dimensional volumetric space. The display includes a first screen in a first focal plane, wherein the first screen displays a first image. The display includes a second screen in a second focal plane distinct from the first focal plane, wherein the second screen displays a second image, and wherein the second screen at least partially overlaps the first screen. The display includes a physical object located between the first screen and said second screen, wherein at least one of the first and second images is displayed in response to a placement of the physical object. | 12-11-2014 |
Gareth Paul Bell, Auckland NZ
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20080284792 | Method and system for improving display quality of a multi-component display - A method, computer-usable medium, and system for processing graphical data for display on a multi-component display is disclosed. Embodiments improve the display quality of multi-component displays by modifying graphical data to preemptively compensate for distortion caused by interstitial layers and/or display screens of the multi-component display, thereby enabling display of graphical objects from multi-component displays with improved optical characteristics. For example, where components of a multi-component display blur displayed images, graphical data used to display graphical objects may be modified to sharpen the graphical objects before display. The pre-sharpening amplifies the high frequency components of the displayed graphical objects to compensate for the dampening caused by passing the graphical objects through the components of the multi-component display. | 11-20-2008 |
20090046219 | Optical diffuser - An improved optical diffuser for use in a multi-component display (MCD), and also to a method of manufacturing the same, is disclosed. Embodiments provide an optical diffuser film which may be manufactured with fewer manual operations, at a lower cost, and in larger volume than conventional optical diffusers. The optical diffuser film may include a flexible polymer substrate coupled to an optical diffuser material with a plurality of features for diffusing light. The optical diffuser film may be stored, transported, or otherwise handled more easily and with less damage than conventional optical diffusers. Additionally, the optical diffuser film may be coupled to a rigid substrate to reduce distortion of the optical diffuser, thereby providing improved optical performance. | 02-19-2009 |
20100156922 | RENDERING OF AN IMAGE USING A MULTI-COMPONENT DISPLAY - A method of rendering an image using a multi-component display includes displaying a first image on a first display screen of the multi-component display, wherein the displaying the first image further includes displaying the first image with a first luminance. A second image is displayed on a second display screen of the multi-component display, wherein the first display screen and the second display screen overlap, and wherein the displaying the second image further includes displaying the second image with a second luminance. The displaying of the first image and the displaying of the second image further include displaying the first and second images in an overlapping manner to render the image, and wherein a perceived depth of the image is related to the first luminance and the second luminance. | 06-24-2010 |
20100248577 | OPTICAL DIFFUSER - An improved optical diffuser for use in a multi-component display (MCD), and also to a method of manufacturing the same, is disclosed. Embodiments provide an optical diffuser film which may be manufactured with fewer manual operations, at a lower cost, and in larger volume than conventional optical diffusers. The optical diffuser film may include a flexible polymer substrate coupled to an optical diffuser material with a plurality of features for diffusing light. The optical diffuser film may be stored, transported, or otherwise handled more easily and with less damage than conventional optical diffusers. Additionally, the optical diffuser film may be coupled to a rigid substrate to reduce distortion of the optical diffuser, thereby providing improved optical performance. | 09-30-2010 |
20120307182 | VISUAL DISPLAY UNIT ILLUMINATION - A method of adapting a visual unit having a first screen ( | 12-06-2012 |
Gavin Bell, New South Wales AU
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20120271775 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, APPARATUS AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR IMPROVED CANDIDATE SEARCH AND SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT MANAGEMENT | 10-25-2012 |
Graham Bell, New South Wales AU
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20100010956 | METHOD OF DETERMINING THE PROBABILITY THAT DATA IS ASSOCIATED WITH A SOURCE OF A PLURALITY OF SOURCES - The present invention provides a method and apparatus for determining the probability that sampled data, associated with a source and obtained from a plurality of data input sources, are from a known source, given prior observed data obtained by the plurality of data input sources for one or more known sources. In one embodiment the data input sources are sensors for detecting molecules conveyed though the air and the method comprises identifying a source of the molecules. The present invention also provides a method of determining information about the position of at least one sensor relative to a previously known type of source. | 01-14-2010 |
James Bell, Prescott, MI US
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20120131851 | PLANTER SLIP-COVER - The present invention discloses a planter slip-cover to provide a decorative covering around a planter or pot while offering structural support to the planter base and top edge. The planter slip-cover comprises a sleeve extending vertically around an outer surface of a planter, a bottom plate located at a lower portion of the sleeve, where the bottom plate rests beneath a base of the planter, a lip located at an upper portion of the sleeve, where the lip fits around a top edge of the planter, and a set of perforated flanges affixed within the lip wherein the set of perforated flanges are removed individually to create a customized fit around the top edge of the planter. | 05-31-2012 |
Jamie Bell, Auckland NZ
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20110218670 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SENSING OBJECT LOAD ENGAGEMENT, TRANSPORTATION AND DISENGAGEMENT BY AUTOMATED VEHICLES - A method and apparatus for sensing object load engagement, transportation and disengagement by automated vehicles is described. In one embodiment, the method includes processing data that is transmitted from a sensor array comprising at least one device for analyzing a plurality of objects that are placed throughout a physical environment, executing an object recognition process on the sensor array data using model information to identify at least one object, determining orientation information associated with the at least one object, wherein the orientation information is relative to the lift carriage and positioning at least one lifting element based on the orientation information. | 09-08-2011 |
Jason A. Bell, Bridgeport, WV US
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20130093567 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF EMBEDDING A RADIO TRANSCEIVER INTO AN ENERGY STORAGE DEVICE USED IN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - Systems and methods relating to integration of circuitry including a transmitter or transceiver component into energy storage devices, such as battery packs for portable electronic equipment. Further embodiments also relate to providing a tuned miniature antenna and/or encapsulating such antenna inside the energy storage device. | 04-18-2013 |
Jeffrey Bell, Fountain Inn, SC US
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20110292567 | ELECTRONIC COMPONENT TERMINATION AND ASSEMBLY BY MEANS OF TRANSIENT LIQUID PHASE SINTERING AND POLYMER SOLDER PASTES - A capacitor has first planer internal electrodes in electrical contact with a first external termination. Second planer internal electrodes are interleaved with the first planer internal electrodes wherein the second planer internal electrodes are in electrical contact with a second external termination. A dielectric is between the first planer internal electrodes and the second planer internal electrodes and at least one of the external terminations comprises a material selected from a polymer solder and a transient liquid phase sintering adhesive. | 12-01-2011 |
20130146347 | HIGH ASPECT RATIO STACKED MLCC DESIGN - An improved passive electronic stacked component is described. The component has a stack of individual electronic capacitors and a first lead attached to a first side of the stack. A second lead is attached to a second side of the stack. A foot is attached to the first lead and extends inward towards the second lead. A stability pin is attached to one of the foot or the first lead. | 06-13-2013 |
Jessica Bell, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20120252792 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR MODULATING RHO-MEDIATED GENE TRANSCRIPTION - The invention provides methods, compositions, and kits for the inhibition of members of the Rho GTPase family. Specifically, the invention provides methods, compositions and kits for the inhibition of RhoA and/or RhoC transcriptional signalling. The invention finds use in treatment of Rho-mediated disease states (e.g., tumor metastasis, inflammation, inflammatory disease), Rho-mediated biological conditions, and in cell signaling research. | 10-04-2012 |
Jimmy Bell, London GB
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20130129636 | Novel Liposome Nanoparticles for Tumor Magnetic Resonance Imaging - The present invention provides novel liposomes comprising Gd.DOTA.DSA (gadolinium(III)2-{4,7-bis-carboxymethyl-10-[(N,N-distearylamidomethyl-N′-amido-methyl]-1,4,7,10-tetra-azacyclododec-1-yl}-acetic acid), characterised in that said liposome further comprises a neutral, fully saturated phospholipid component (e.g. DSPC (1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine]), which are of particular use in the preparation of magnetic resonance contrast agents for enhancing a magnetic resonance image of tumours in a mammal. | 05-23-2013 |
Jonathan Arnold Bell, Long Beach, CA US
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20130021226 | WEARABLE DISPLAY DEVICES - A wearable display device is described that allows the image from a semi-transparent display screen placed close to the eye to be correctly focused onto the retina while simultaneously allowing the image from the external environment to pass through the device without significant aberration. Focus of the display screen image is achieved through use of a micro-lens array between the screen and the eye, and a separate set of micro-lens arrays on the distant side of the screen in conjunction with the micro-lens array on the near side of the screen allows the external environmental image to pass through. In this manner images from the display screens can overlay the eye's usual view of the external environment. Use of micro-lens arrays that have dynamically adjustable focus properties allow for simulated three-dimensional images and corrective optics for far- or near-sightedness. | 01-24-2013 |
20130071584 | Skins Of Flexible Intelligence - This document describes the design of an articulated artificial skin that may be used to cover any three dimensional surface that changes morphology with time. In one embodiment the skin is made from individual four sided pyramids arranged to bend about their edges. Each pyramid may contain a solid, liquid, gas, or plasma, or any relevant technology such as solar panels and rechargeable batteries. Each pyramid may be connected to neighboring pyramids via tubes, pipes, or electrical wires to allow the flow of fluids and/or electricity. Multi layers of the artificial skin may be used to provide features such as pressure garments, cooling garments, thermal barriers, and armor shielding suitable for use in extreme environments. | 03-21-2013 |
Jonathan D. Bell, Hamilton, VA US
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20130169863 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR AN EMBEDDED APPLIANCE - In some embodiments, an apparatus comprises a media module and a modification module included in an embedded appliance. The media module is configured to receive a first media signal associated with a first input port of the embedded appliance and a second media signal associated with a second input port of the embedded appliance. The media module is configured to identify a first set of media signal parameters based on the first media signal. The modification module is configured to receive a modification instruction associated with a session format having a second set of media signal parameters different from the first set of media signal parameters. The modification module is configured to modify the first media signal based on the first set of media signal parameters and the modification instruction to produce a first modified media signal in the session format and having the second set of media signal parameters. | 07-04-2013 |
Joseph Bell, Lakewood, CA US
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20130090036 | Toy Figure with Illuminated Portion - A toy figure is disclosed. The toy figure includes a portion that is configured to be illuminated by a light source. The portion includes a panel member that is transparent or translucent. The panel member has a light input surface and a light output surface. The panel member also includes a reflecting surface that redirects light in the panel member. Light from the light source enters the light input surface and exits from the light output surface. In one embodiment, the light output surface includes several deformities. | 04-11-2013 |
Joseph Bell, El Segundo, CA US
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20130023184 | PACKAGING FOR A PRODUCT AND METHOD OF USE - A package for a product is provided. The package has a speaker arranged to emit sound in a first direction. The package includes a wall is disposed adjacent the speaker and shaped to reflect sound emitted from the speaker in a second direction around the product within the package. The reflected sound is then emitted through a side of the package. | 01-24-2013 |
Judith A. Bell, Minnetonka, MN US
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20120000870 | CLOTHING DISPLAY FIXTURE - A clothing display fixture includes a sleeve having an inner surface, an outer surface, a pair of opposing edges defining a top and a bottom, a joint, a first cross member and a second cross member. The first and second cross members have first lengthwise edges and opposing second lengthwise edges and first widthwise edges and opposing second widthwise edges. The first and second opposing widthwise edges are located adjacent to the inner surface of the sleeve such that the first widthwise edges span across the joint and wherein the first and second support members extend through a center of the sleeve. | 01-05-2012 |
Kenneth Ian Bell, Two Wells AU
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20100038154 | Lifting and Transportation Device - An improved lifting and transportation device including an attachment means adapted to engage a wheeled device to be transported; and one or more driving wheels adapted to engage the ground to propel said lifting and a transportation device, whereby, said lifting and transportation device is steerable by the independent engagement of said driving wheels; and a controller adapted to control the motion of said driving wheels and control the operation of said attachment means. The attachment means may be an attachment assembly with laterally opposed attachment brackets adapted to engage said wheeled device, whereby, a vertical actuator is used to adjust the vertical height of said attachment assembly and a horizontal actuator is used to adjust the horizontal separation of said laterally opposed attachment brackets | 02-18-2010 |
Kevin M. Bell, Mason City, IA US
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20120199543 | BOOM FOR A CRANE ASSEMBLY - A boom for a crane assembly includes first and second sections. The second section is configured to be at least partially nested within the first section of the boom, and is further configured to slide relative to the first section of the boom. Each of the first and second sections of the boom have a tubular cross-section. Furthermore, the first and second sections of the boom each include first and second pieces. The first piece has two edges extending lengthwise along the respective section, and the second piece has two edges extending lengthwise along the respective section. The first and second pieces are arranged such that the two edges of the first piece overlap the two edges of the second piece, and the first and second pieces are welded together along an exterior end of the overlapping edges. | 08-09-2012 |
Laurence D. Bell, Mountain View, CA US
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20120294987 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAINTAINING PERISHABLE FOODS - Disclosed are packaging systems and methods useful in extending the storage-life of foodstuff such as fresh fish. The packaging systems and methods can be used to transport or store the foodstuff for an extended period of time. The packaging systems preferably employee a high headspace and flexible architecture and may use a fuel cell to maintain a reduced oxygen level in a high carbon dioxide environment surrounding the foodstuff. Also disclosed are methods useful in extending the storage-life of foodstuff such as fresh fish. The methods can be used to transport or store the foodstuff for an extended period of time. The methods preferably use a low oxygen gas source to maintain a reduced oxygen level in the environment surrounding the foodstuff. | 11-22-2012 |
20130189402 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAINTAINING RED MEAT - Disclosed herein are systems, methods and processes for preparing, packaging and preserving red meat, especially maintaining the freshness and color of the meat. In one embodiment, the disclosed method comprises treating the meat with an inert gas followed by replacement of at least a portion of that inert gas with carbon dioxide. | 07-25-2013 |
20130189409 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAINTAINING PERISHABLE FOODS - Disclosed are methods for stabilizing an oxygen dependent or oxygen-labile pigment from discoloration, and for maintaining the freshness and preventing discoloration of a foodstuff comprising the oxygen-labile pigment. In some embodiments, the method comprises (1) reducing the oxygen concentration in the atmosphere of a sealed container comprising the pigment to a level such that the oxygen will not discolor the pigment when CO | 07-25-2013 |
20140059978 | PACKAGES AND METHODS FOR STORING AND TRANSPORTING PERISHABLE FOODS - Provided is a unitized packaging system and individual packaging elements for storing and transporting food in a controlled atmosphere. Also provided are the methods of storing and transporting food in a controlled atmosphere. | 03-06-2014 |
20140065274 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STORING AND TRANSPORTING PERISHABLE FOODS - Disclosed are methods for producing and maintaining a very low level of oxygen in a sealed container for maintaining a foodstuff. In one aspect, the method comprises (1) a first oxygen reduction step wherein the oxygen content in said container is reduced to no more than 20,000 ppm; (2) maintaining the foodstuff in the container such that the oxygen content in the foodstuff and the gaseous environment approaches equilibrium; and (3) a second oxygen reduction step wherein the oxygen content in said container is reduced to no more than 2000 ppm. Systems useful in the methods disclosed herein. | 03-06-2014 |
Leonid Bell, Haifa IL
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20080266450 | Generalized VBI waveform generator - Herein described are at least a method and a system for processing vertical blanking interval (VBI) data such that the VBI data is suitable for transmission to a receiver. The method comprises generating one or more digital symbols at a first frequency, shaping the one or more digital symbols into one or more VBI data samples, first determining a first value that specifies a number of possible points that may be interpolated between two consecutive data samples of the one or more VBI data samples, and second determining a second value that is equal to one plus the number of points skipped before a point of the possible points is selected, and outputting the selected point based on an output frequency. The system may be described as a generalized VBI waveform generator comprising a symbol generator, a shaping filter, and a variable linear interpolator. | 10-30-2008 |
Naomi Bell, Prescott, MI US
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20120131851 | PLANTER SLIP-COVER - The present invention discloses a planter slip-cover to provide a decorative covering around a planter or pot while offering structural support to the planter base and top edge. The planter slip-cover comprises a sleeve extending vertically around an outer surface of a planter, a bottom plate located at a lower portion of the sleeve, where the bottom plate rests beneath a base of the planter, a lip located at an upper portion of the sleeve, where the lip fits around a top edge of the planter, and a set of perforated flanges affixed within the lip wherein the set of perforated flanges are removed individually to create a customized fit around the top edge of the planter. | 05-31-2012 |
Noah Bell, Berkeley, CA US
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20120263670 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING NHE-MEDIATED ANTIPORT IN THE TREATMENT OF DISORDERS ASSOCIATED WITH FLUID RETENTION OR SALT OVERLOAD AND GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT DISORDERS - The present disclosure is directed to compounds and methods for the treatment of disorders associated with fluid retention or salt overload, such as heart failure (in particular, congestive heart failure), chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal disease, liver disease, and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) gamma agonist-induced fluid retention. The present disclosure is also directed to compounds and methods for the treatment of hypertension. The present disclosure is also directed to compounds and methods for the treatment of gastrointestinal tract disorders, including the treatment or reduction of pain associated with gastrointestinal tract disorders. | 10-18-2012 |
20130336918 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING PHOSPHATE TRANSPORT - Compounds having activity as phosphate transport inhibitors, more specifically, inhibitors of intestinal apical membrane Na/phosphate co-transport, are disclosed. The compounds have the following structure (I): | 12-19-2013 |
20130336919 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING PHOSPHATE TRANSPORT - Compounds having activity as phosphate transport inhibitors, more specifically, inhibitors of intestinal apical membrane Na/phosphate co-transport, are disclosed. The compounds have the following structure (I): | 12-19-2013 |
20130336920 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING PHOSPHATE TRANSPORT - Compounds having activity as phosphate transport inhibitors, more specifically, inhibitors of intestinal apical membrane Na/phosphate co-transport, are disclosed. The compounds have the following structure (I): | 12-19-2013 |
20130336921 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING PHOSPHATE TRANSPORT - Compounds having activity as phosphate transport inhibitors, more specifically, inhibitors of intestinal apical membrane Na/phosphate co-transport, are disclosed. The compounds have the following structure (I): | 12-19-2013 |
20140023611 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING PHOSPHATE TRANSPORT - Compounds having activity as phosphate transport inhibitors, more specifically, inhibitors of intestinal apical membrane Na/phosphate co-transport, are disclosed. Methods associated with preparation and use of such compounds, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, are also disclosed. | 01-23-2014 |
Peter Bell, Fayetteville, AR US
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20120256131 | Method of Operation of Process to Produce Syngas from Carbonaceous Material - A process is provided for producing syngas that is effective for use in downstream processes. The process for producing syngas includes operating a gasification apparatus in a start-up mode until the gasification apparatus and equipment downstream of the gasification apparatus are adequately warmed up to a first target temperature. Upon reaching a first target temperature, the process is then operated in a production mode to produce a second syngas with a higher CO/CO | 10-11-2012 |
Peter S. Bell, Fayetteville, AR US
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20120255301 | SYSTEM FOR GENERATING POWER FROM A SYNGAS FERMENTATION PROCESS - A system and process is provided for generating power from a syngas fermentation process. The process includes contacting hot syngas having a temperature above about 1400° F. with cooled syngas to produce a pre-cooled syngas having a temperature of 1400° F. or less at an inlet of a waste heat boiler. A waste heat boiler receives the pre-cooled syngas and is effective for producing waste heat boiler high pressure steam and a cooled syngas. | 10-11-2012 |
20120256128 | SYNGAS COOLER SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION - A process and system for cooling syngas provides effective syngas cooling and results in reduced levels of fouling in syngas cooling equipment. A process for cooling syngas includes blending syngas with cooled recycled syngas in an amount effective for providing a blended syngas with a temperature at an inlet of a syngas cooler of about 600° F. to about 1400° F. The blended syngas changes direction of flow at least once prior to the inlet of the syngas cooler. | 10-11-2012 |
20120256129 | Apparatus and Process for Gasification of Carbonaceous Materials to Produce Syngas - A process and apparatus are provided for gasification of a carbonaceous material. The process produces a raw syngas that can be further processed in a tar destruction zone to provide a hot syngas. The process includes contacting said carbonaceous material with molecular oxygen-containing gas in a gasification zone to gasify a portion of said carbonaceous material and to produce a first gaseous product. A remaining portion of the carbonaceous material is contacted with molecular oxygen-containing gas in a burn-up zone to gasify additional portion of the carbonaceous material and to produce a second gaseous product and a solid ash. The first gaseous product and said second gaseous product are combined to produce a raw syngas that includes carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO | 10-11-2012 |
20120256130 | Apparatus and Methods for Tar Removal from Syngas - A process and apparatus are provided for reducing content of tar in a tar containing syngas. The process includes contacting the tar containing syngas with a molecular oxygen containing gas in a first reaction zone to produce a gas mixture. The gas mixture is passed through a heat treatment zone maintained at a temperature between about 900° C. to about 2000° C. for a contact time of about 0.5 to about 5 seconds. In this aspect, at least a portion of the tar undergoes at least partial oxidation and/or cracking to produce a hot syngas. | 10-11-2012 |
Peter Simpson Bell, Fayetteville, AR US
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20120040427 | Process for the production of ethanol and butanol - The present invention relates to a process for the production of ethanol and butanol from biomass, and in particular to a process for the production of ethanol and butanol using two separate fermentation steps, said process comprising: a) passing a biomass feedstock to a first fermentation step, b) in said first fermentation step subjecting the biomass feedstock to anaerobic fermentation at a pH below 6.0 and at a temperature in the range 20 to 700° C. and so as to convert the biomass to a product predominantly comprising acetic acid and butyric acid with at least a 2:1 ratio by weight of acetic acid to butyric acid, c) treating the product stream of step (b) to separate a solution comprising the acetic acid and butyric acid by: (i) separating a solution comprising the acetic acid and butyric acid from any residual solids and (ii) separating bacteria and/or pasteurising or sterilising the solution from the first fermentation step, and d) in a second fermentation step fermenting the solution comprising the acetic acid and butyric acid from step (c) to form ethanol and butanol. | 02-16-2012 |
20130005010 | BIOREACTOR FOR SYNGAS FERMENTATION - A bioreactor is provided that includes a main reactor having a configuration selected from the group consisting of stirred and unstirred tank reactor, trickle bed reactor (TBR), cocurrent contactor (CCC), moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), and a bubble column reactor. The bioreactor also includes a growth reactor continuous with the main reactor and having a configuration selected from the group consisting of stirred and unstirred tank reactor, trickle bed reactor (TBR), cocurrent contactor (CCC), moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), and a bubble column reactor. A method is also provided where acetogenic bacteria are contacted with syngas in a growth fermentor section of a reactor vessel that is continuous with a main fermentor section of a reactor vessel. | 01-03-2013 |
20130005011 | BIOREACTOR FOR SYNGAS FERMENTATION - A bioreactor is provided that includes a main reactor having a configuration selected from the group consisting of stirred and unstirred tank reactor, trickle bed reactor (TBR), cocurrent contactor (CCC), moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), and a bubble column reactor. The bioreactor also includes a growth reactor continuous with the main reactor and having a configuration selected from the group consisting of stirred and unstirred tank reactor, trickle bed reactor (TBR), cocurrent contactor (CCC), moving bed bioreactor (MBBR), and a bubble column reactor. A method is also provided where acetogenic bacteria are contacted with syngas in a growth fermentor section of a reactor vessel that is continuous with a main fermentor section of a reactor vessel. | 01-03-2013 |
20130005014 | Method and Apparatus for Syngas Fermentation with High Co Mass Transfer Coefficient - A process and apparatus is provided which are effective for improving CO mass transfer. The process includes introducing syngas into a reactor vessel through a gas sparger located below a liquid level in the reactor vessel. The syngas being introduced at a flow rate effective for maintaining a pressure inside of the reactor vessel of at least about 1 psig. An agitation energy of about 0.01 to about 12 kWatts/m | 01-03-2013 |
20130005021 | PROCESS FOR FERMENTATION OF SYNGAS - A process for fermenting syngas is provided which is effective for decreasing an amount of time needed to inoculate a main reactor. The process includes propagating a culture of acetogenic bacteria to provide an inoculum for a main reactor and fermenting syngas in the main reactor. | 01-03-2013 |
Philip John Livingstone Bell, New South Wales AU
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20100068790 | NON-RECOMBINANT SACCHAROMYCES STRAINS THAT GROW ON XYLOSE - The present invention relates to methods for producing | 03-18-2010 |
20110183394 | METHOD OF PRODUCING YEAST BIOMASS - The invention relates to use of a substrate comprising C5 compound-containing material, in the growth of | 07-28-2011 |
20130065270 | Non-Recombinant Saccharomyces Strains that Grow on Xylose - The present invention relates to methods for producing | 03-14-2013 |
20150064772 | NON-RECOMBINANT SACCHAROMYCES STRAINS THAT GROW ON XYLOSE - The present invention relates to methods for producing | 03-05-2015 |
Philip John Livingstone Bell, Turramurra AU
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20120309069 | Yeast for Fermentation - The invention relates to an isolated | 12-06-2012 |
Philip Wesley Bell, Mount Vernon US
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20120214913 | IMPACT MODIFIED POLY(BUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) ESTER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A dimethyl terephthalate residual composition comprising | 08-23-2012 |
20120214914 | FLAME RETARDANT POLY(BUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) ESTER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A dimethyl terephthalate residual composition comprising | 08-23-2012 |
20120214961 | POLY(BUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) ESTER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A dimethyl terephthalate residual composition including | 08-23-2012 |
20130150549 | POLY(BUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) ESTER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A dimethyl terephthalate residual composition including | 06-13-2013 |
20140179892 | METHOD FOR ALCOHOLYSIS OF POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING FLAME RETARDANT OR ACRYLONITRILE-BUTADIENE-STYRENE - The disclosure provides a method for alcoholysis of a polycarbonate-containing composition comprising a polycarbonate and a component comprising a phosphorus-containing flame retardant, an acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene, or a combination of the phosphorus-containing flame retardant and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene. The method comprises contacting the composition with a solvent that forms a solution or a filterable suspension of the component but not the polycarbonate; separating the solution or the filterable suspension from the polycarbonate; and heating the polycarbonate in the presence of an alcohol and a catalyst at a temperature from 70° C. to 200° C., and a pressure from 5 mbar to 40 bar for a time sufficient to depolymerize the polycarbonate and produce a dihydroxy aromatic compound and a dialkyl carbonate. | 06-26-2014 |
Ray Bell, Stanmore GB
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20130140609 | MATRIX CHARGE-TRANSFER IMAGE SENSOR WITH ASYMMETRIC GATE - The invention relates to image sensors, more particularly but not exclusively to scanning sensors with signal integration (or TDI sensors, for ‘Time Delay Integration linear sensors’). The adjacent pixels along a column each comprise an alternation of at least one photodiode and one storage gate adjacent to the photodiode. The gates comprise a main body and, on the upstream side in the direction of the transfer of the charges but not on the downstream side, a series of narrow fingers extending from the main body toward the upstream side, the ends of the fingers on the upstream side being adjacent to a photodiode situated upstream of the gate, the narrow fingers being separated from one another by doped insulating regions of the first type of conductivity, with a higher doping and preferably deeper than the surface regions, connected, as they are, to the reference potential of the active layer, these insulating regions being interposed between the main body of the gate and the photodiode. These fingers induce a directionality on the charge transfer. | 06-06-2013 |
Richard Anthony Bell, Queensland AU
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20090282727 | Cardboard Rodent Trap With Sliding Striker - A rodent trap comprising a body having a viewing aperture; a depressible trip located below the viewing aperture; a retainer operatively connected to the trip; a striker including a carriage; a pair of rails in which the carriage is able to slide, the rails located adjacent the viewing aperture; a biasing member connected to the striker to move the carriage; wherein the carriage is held in a set position by the retainer, the retainer releasing the carriage from the set position when the trip is depressed to allow the biasing member to move the carriage along the rails and across the viewing aperture. | 11-19-2009 |
Ridley Bell, Lindendale AU
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20110185460 | Blueberry plant named 'Ridley 1104' - A new and distinct cultivar of | 07-28-2011 |
20140137302 | Vaccinium hybrid plant named 'RIDLEY 1403' - A new and distinct cultivar of | 05-15-2014 |
Robert Stephen Bell, Carrum Downs AU
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20100127561 | REMOTE TRAILER BRAKE ACTIVATOR - A device for use with the air braking system of a vehicle of the type in which spring operated brakes are countered by air, has valves which charge and discharge the air storage tank of a trailer and an electronic receiver which switches the valves in response to phone and GPS signals. Discharge can proceed at two different rates in order to slow the trailer initially if the signal to brake is received while the trailer is travelling. The electronic receiver is also operable by a handheld signal generation in order to release the brakes and resume trailer travel. | 05-27-2010 |
Rodney Bell, Monivea IE
Ron Bell, New South Wales AU
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20080277245 | Liner Plate Replacement - A skirt for a material transport system, eg conveyor belt ( | 11-13-2008 |
Russell Bell, Pleasanton, CA US
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20120255623 | FAUCET MOUNTABLE WATER CONDITIONING SYSTEMS - A faucet mountable water conditioning devices include a relatively simple configuration that allows for reduced cost, easy installation, and a pleasing aesthetic. In one or more implementations, a faucet mountable water conditioning device includes a universal faucet mounting mechanism. The universal faucet mounting mechanism allows the faucet mountable water conditioning device to connect and seal to a wide variety of faucet designs and sizes simply by pressing the mounting mechanism over the faucet. The faucet mountable water conditioning device can also include a base configured to hold a water conditioning source. In one or more implementations a connector can couple the base to the mounting mechanism; thereby, allowing the base to move between active and inactive positions. | 10-11-2012 |
20130081709 | FAUCET MOUNTABLE WATER CONDITIONING DEVICES - A faucet mountable water conditioning devices include a relatively simple configuration that allows for reduced cost, easy installation, and a pleasing aesthetic. In one or more implementations, a faucet mountable water conditioning device includes a universal faucet mounting mechanism. The universal faucet mounting mechanism allows the faucet mountable water conditioning device to connect and seal to a wide variety of faucet designs and sizes simply by pressing the mounting mechanism over the faucet. The faucet mountable water conditioning device can also include a base configured to hold a water conditioning source. In one or more implementations a connector can couple the base to the mounting mechanism; thereby, allowing the base to move between active and inactive positions. | 04-04-2013 |
Scott Allan Bell, San Jose, CA US
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20120241871 | INTEGRATING TRANSISTORS WITH DIFFERENT POLY-SILICON HEIGHTS ON THE SAME DIE - A method of fabricating an integrated circuit including a first region and a second region each having different poly-silicon gate structures is provided. The method includes depositing a first poly-silicon layer over the first and the second region and depositing, within the second region, an oxide layer over the first poly-silicon layer. A second poly-silicon layer is deposited over the first poly-silicon layer and the oxide region. A portion of the second poly-silicon layer that lies over the oxide region is then stripped away. | 09-27-2012 |
20140117435 | INTEGRATING TRANSISTORS WITH DIFFERENT POLY-SILICON HEIGHTS ON THE SAME DIE - A method of fabricating an integrated circuit including a first region and a second region each having different poly-silicon gate structures is provided. The method includes depositing a first poly-silicon layer over the first and the second region and depositing, within the second region, an oxide layer over the first poly-silicon layer. A second poly-silicon layer is deposited over the first poly-silicon layer and the oxide region. A portion of the second poly-silicon layer that lies over the oxide region is then stripped away. | 05-01-2014 |
Sean M. Bell, Novato, CA US
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20130039898 | COMPOSITIONS OF PROKARYOTIC PHENYLALANINE AMMONIA-LYASE VARIANTS AND METHODS OF USING COMPOSITIONS THEREOF - Provided herein are phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) variants produced by prokaryotes, wherein such prokaryotic PAL variant has a greater phenylalanine-converting activity and/or a reduced immunogenicity as compared to a wild-type PAL. Further provided are compositions of prokaryotic PAL and biologically active fragments, mutants, variants or analogs thereof, as well as methods for the production, purification, formulation, and use of such compositions for industrial and therapeutic purposes, e.g., treating hyperphenylalaninemia, including phenylketonuria, and other disorders, including cancer. | 02-14-2013 |
Stephen G. Bell, Eur Roma IT
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20100286481 | TISSUE RETRACTOR AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A tissue retractor is disclosed. The tissue retractor includes: a base support unit having an underside that is adapted to be conformable and to be removably attachable to a surface proximate to an incision; and a retractable member substantially inelastic in its central longitudinal axis and flexible in at least one axis deviating from said central longitudinal axis, wherein the retractable member is adapted to receive the mounting portion of an at least one tissue hook, the at least one tissue hook having a tissue engagement portion and a mounting portion, wherein the tissue engagement portion is capable of engaging tissue to be retracted, wherein said retractable member is retractable away from the incision, such that the tissue engagement portion of the tissue hook retracts tissue to which it is engaged, wherein said retractable member has a first end and a second end, wherein said retractable member is integrally formed with the base support unit via the first end, and wherein the second end of the retractable member has a securing mechanism for removably attaching the second end to a corresponding securing mechanism on the first end and/or the base support unit. | 11-11-2010 |
Stephen G. Bell, Rome IT
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20080312652 | Reverse Sealing And Dissection Instrument - The invention relates to a device and related method for sealing and/or dissecting body tissue using a reverse action instrument. The devices and methods described permit laparoscopic or natural body orifice access to an anatomical space and facilitate sealing portions of tissue together, dissecting tissue or combinations thereof. | 12-18-2008 |
20090216075 | Methods and Apparatus for Treating Pelvic Floor Prolapse - This invention relates to a surgical implant system for repairing pelvic prolapse in a patient. In particular, the present invention relates to an implant, a delivery device and a method for implanting and securing the implant to tissue structures in the pelvic region of the body. | 08-27-2009 |
20090216253 | Methods and Apparatus for Treating Ventral Wall Hernia - This invention relates to a surgical implant system for repairing abdominal hernias and is particularly useful for repairing ventral hernias. In particular, the present invention relates to an implant, a delivery device and a method for implanting the implant. The implant is implanted in a substantially slackened condition relative to the ventral wall. | 08-27-2009 |
Stephen Graham Bell, Rome IT
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20090048585 | BRUSH DEVICE FOR GRASPING AND MANIPULATING TISSUE - A brush-like element can be housed within a vacuum sleeve for advancement through a natural orifice to tissue, such as an appendix or gall bladder or diverticulum, to be inverted pursuant to resolution of a malady associated with the tissue. The brush is advanced out of the sleeve into the tissue and if desired rotated, and vacuum may also be drawn through the sleeve to further grip the tissue. The brush is then retracted into the sleeve to clamp or trap the tissue for inversion or other manipulation. | 02-19-2009 |
20090088678 | TRANSLUMENAL PERITONEAL ACCESS AND CATHETER THEREFOR - A working cannula is advanced through the urethra into the bladder. Gas is infused through the cannula into the bladder, pressurizing the bladder. A fenestrating shunt catheter is then advanced through the urethra into the bladder and against the wall of the bladder, fenestrating it. A distal segment of the shunt catheter is then advanced through the wall into the peritoneal space, while a more proximal segment of the shunt catheter remains in the bladder. Shunt holes are formed in both the distal segment and more proximal segment so that gas from the pressurized bladder flows through the shunt holes into the peritoneal space, insufflating the peritoneal space. | 04-02-2009 |
20090138093 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESOPHAGEAL SPHINCTER REPAIR - An arcuate nitinol splint with a rounded cross-section has two ends facing each other and spaced from each other. The splint is advanced through the mouth into the esophagus by an introducer device. By means of the device the splint is implanted completely into the wall of the esophageal sphincter to strengthen the sphincter. Materials other than Nitinol may be used. | 05-28-2009 |
20120010633 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR SECURING TISSUE - A compression ring to grip and compress body structure such as diverticulum, hemorrhoids, and tissue adjacent a hole. A resilient ring-shaped body defines a compression channel, and one or more axially rigid elongated spikes extend from the body into the channel. The body defines a first axial segment surrounding the compression channel and a second axial segment surrounding the compression channel, with the spike being engaged only with the second axial segment. The first axial segment more tightly compresses the body structure than the second axial segment. | 01-12-2012 |
20120232334 | IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR - A hernia repair implant includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect to cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed thin edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction. | 09-13-2012 |
20140350580 | HERNIA REPAIR DEVICE WITH CORE AND ADVANCED PRE-PERITONEAL DISK DEPLOYMENT - An implant to repair a hole in a muscle wall includes a flat mesh with a central resilient core which deforms to place the core in a hole in a muscle wall and then resiliently expands when released to urge against the perimeter of the hole, dynamically “riding” in the hole as the hole perimeter expands and contracts. Straps on the mesh are tunneled through tissue in the muscle wall containing the hole to hold the mesh with core in place. | 11-27-2014 |
20150038781 | IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR - A hernia repair implant includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect to cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed the edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction. | 02-05-2015 |
20150038782 | IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR - A hernia repair implant includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect to cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed thin edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction. | 02-05-2015 |
20150038783 | IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR - A hernia repair implant includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect so cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed thin edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction. | 02-05-2015 |
20150038921 | IMPLANT FOR HERNIA REPAIR - A hernia repair implant includes a first layer for facing a body structure having a hernia defect to cover the defect while promoting tissue growth into the first layer from the body structure. The implant also includes a second layer opposed to the first layer and made of anti-adhesion material to prevent growth of tissue into the second layer from body structures contacting the second layer. Furthermore, the implant includes at least one engagement strap connected to the first layer and extending therefrom to terminate at a free end. The engagement strap defines opposed thin edges and opposed flat surfaces extending between the edges. At least one barb extends from at least one edge and/or at least one flat surface of the strap and is configured to impede motion of the strap in only a single direction. | 02-05-2015 |
20150051530 | DESIGNS FOR WOUND SUPPORT APPARATUS - A connector for holding wound closure straps in tension to close a wound. The connector may be a quick-release connector. It may include a tension indicator. The connector may have a magnetic coupling, elastic portion, or arcuate flexure joining the strap-engaging ends of the connector. | 02-19-2015 |
Steven John Bell, Hamilton NZ
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20130014058 | Security System - The present invention relates to a security system. | 01-10-2013 |
Thomas A. Bell, Encinitas, CA US
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20120270929 | MODULATION OF TTC39 EXPRESSION TO INCREASE HDL - Provided herein are methods, compounds, and compositions for reducing expression of a TTC39 mRNA and protein in an animal. Also provided herein are methods, compounds, and compositions for increasing HDL and/or decreasing PCSK9 in an animal. Such methods, compounds, and compositions are useful to treat, prevent, delay, or ameliorate cardiovascular disease, or a symptom thereof. | 10-25-2012 |
Thomas Allen Bell, Oakland, CA US
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20120291567 | ELECTRONIC PIPETTE WITH TWO-AXIS CONTROLLER - A handheld electronic pipette including several features aimed at improving ease of use, including a color dot matrix display, an intuitive thumb-operated two-axis controller, and multifunction soft buttons adjacent to the display. A simple and consistent user interface facilitates easy access to various modes of operation, including a manual pipetting mode and a remote mode. | 11-22-2012 |
Thomas W. Bell, Reno, NV US
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20120074336 | LIGHT-DRIVEN ROTARY MOLECULAR MOTORS - Compounds of Formula ( | 03-29-2012 |
William E. Bell, Albuquerque, NM US
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20120310410 | Secure Cabinet for Dispensing Items - The present invention is a kiosk that can regulate, control and distributing authorized products. The kiosk has a user interface that receives information about a user and authenticates the user's identity. The kiosk can accept a user's request to purchase a regulated product. The kiosk can then a regulator the user's request for approval and deliver the product to the user. | 12-06-2012 |