Bowling, US
Andrew W. Bowling, Long Island, VA US
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20100257822 | TAMPER-PROOF PACKAGE WITH ADHESIVE ASSIST ZIP CLOSURE AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - A one-use, tamper-evident and tamper-proof package with an adhesive, seal-assist zip closure. The zip closure with an adhesive seal assist is suitable for transporting valuable and/or important items in a secure manner. The subject zip closure is a pressure joined, interlocking assembly. The interlocking assembly also comprises an adhesive, such as a microencapsulated adhesive or other specialty adhesive, that is activated when the interlocking zip assembly is secured. The adhesive provides a seal assist that prevents the interlocking assembly from being opened without tampering with or otherwise opening the packaging in a non-reusable manner. | 10-14-2010 |
Andy Bowling, Zionsville, IN US
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20140283225 | EARLY DETECTION AND ELIMINATION OF NON GERM-LINE EVENTS IN THE SOYBEAN TRANSFORMATION PROCESS - The present disclosure relates in part to a method for identifying a soybean germline transformant from a population of soybean transformants which are comprised of a combination of soybean non-germline transformants and soybean germline transformants. The soybean non-germline transformants are identified and eliminated early in the transformation process. The soybean germline transformants are detected and selected for culturing into mature soybean plants. The method is readily applicable for screening and obtaining a soybean germline transformant at an early stage in the transformation process. | 09-18-2014 |
Brian W. Bowling, San Dimas, CA US
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20130209079 | CAMERA SYSTEM - A camera system includes a body defining a cavity therein, and a camera attached to the body within the cavity and including a lens. The camera system also includes a shape memory alloy transitionable between a first state and a second state in response to a thermal activation signal, and a wiper configured for wiping debris from the lens. The wiper is attached to the camera and is actuatable by the shape memory alloy. The shape memory alloy transitions between the first state and the second state to actuate the wiper so that the wiper contacts and translates across the lens and thereby wipes debris from the lens. | 08-15-2013 |
Brian W. Bowling, Ladera Ranch, CA US
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20120126551 | CLOSURE LATCH AND RELEASE MECHANISM - A latch assembly includes a forkbolt movable between a released position, allowing opening of a closure, and a restrained position, preventing opening of the closure. A forkbolt spring is configured to bias the forkbolt toward the released position. A primary detent is mounted with respect to the forkbolt and movable between an open position, allowing the forkbolt to move into the released position, and a closed position, not allowing the forkbolt to move into the released position. A secondary detent is movable between an unlocked position, allowing the primary detent to move into the open position, and a locked position, preventing the primary detent from moving into the open position. An actuator selectively moves the secondary detent from the locked position to the unlocked position. | 05-24-2012 |
Bruce Bowling, Havre De Grace, MD US
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20080245142 | ENGINE POSITION TRACKING FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES - A method for determining engine crankshaft position determines the position of a rotating crankshaft using one or many crankshaft position sensors. The sensor output signals representing crankshaft position are digitized and specific timing positions are derived. The sampled timing positions are compared to a known position template to determine crankshaft position. | 10-09-2008 |
20100126260 | MANIFOLD PRESSURE DETERMINATION DEVICE - A pressure measurement system includes a multiplexer unit which inputs a plurality of electrical signals representative of pressures, and a comparison unit which compares the electrical signals among each other to determine a specified signal characteristic, wherein the multiplexer unit selects one of the electrical signals as an output signal based on the determination of the specified signal characteristic, and outputs the selected signal. | 05-27-2010 |
20100263439 | ENGINE POSITION TRACKING FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES - A method for determining engine crankshaft position determines the position of a rotating crankshaft using one or many crankshaft position sensors. The sensor output signals representing crankshaft position are digitized and specific timing positions are derived. The sampled timing positions are compared to a known position template to determine crankshaft position. | 10-21-2010 |
20110218726 | UEGO SENSOR AIR-FUEL RATIO DETERMINATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of determining an air-fuel ratio of an internal combustion engine in real-time includes: calibrating sensitivity of a universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor to a plurality of gases; inputting to a universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor controller a molecular composition of Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen, and Nitrogen which comprise a combustion fuel in use in the internal combustion engine; calculating with the universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor controller an air-to-fuel ratio by performing a chemical balance equation calculation based on the universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor sensitivity calibration and the input combustion fuel molecular composition; and transmitting the calculated air-to-fuel ratio to an engine control unit in real-time. | 09-08-2011 |
Bruce A. Bowling, Havre De Grace, MD US
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20120046886 | MASS-AIRFLOW MEASUREMENT CONVERSION APPARATUS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE CARBURETORS - A mass-airflow measurement conversion apparatus for internal combustion engine carburetors includes a plurality of pressure sensors disposed at different location along an air intake path of an internal combustion engine, each sensor adapted to sense a pressure of air flowing into the internal combustion engine and output an electrical signal as a pressure signal corresponding to the sensed air pressure; and a calculation section which receives the pressure signals and generates a mass air flow signal as an output signal based on the received pressure signals. | 02-23-2012 |
20140136122 | UEGO SENSOR AIR-FUEL RATIO DETERMINATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of determining an air-fuel ratio of an internal combustion engine in real-time includes: calibrating sensitivity of a universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor to a plurality of gases; inputting to a universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor controller a molecular composition of Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen, and Nitrogen which comprise a combustion fuel in use in the internal combustion engine; calculating with the universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor controller an air-to-fuel ratio by performing a chemical balance equation calculation based on the universal exhaust gas oxygen sensor sensitivity calibration and the input combustion fuel molecular composition; and transmitting the calculated air-to-fuel ratio to an engine control unit in real-time. | 05-15-2014 |
20150276550 | MASS-AIRFLOW MEASUREMENT CONVERSION APPARATUS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE CARBURETORS - A mass-airflow measurement conversion apparatus for internal combustion engine carburetors includes a plurality of pressure sensors disposed at different location along an air intake path of an internal combustion engine, each sensor adapted to sense a pressure of air flowing into the internal combustion engine and output an electrical signal as a pressure signal corresponding to the sensed air pressure; and a calculation section that receives the pressure signals and generates a mass air flow signal as an output signal based on the received pressure signals. | 10-01-2015 |
Charles Bowling, Palo Alto, CA US
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20140050972 | LITHIUM ION BATTERIES WITH HIGH ENERGY DENSITY, EXCELLENT CYCLING CAPABILITY AND LOW INTERNAL IMPEDANCE - Batteries with particularly high energy capacity and low internal impedance have been described herein. The batteries can exhibit extraordinary long cycling with acceptable low amounts of fade. Pouch batteries using high specific capacity lithium rich metal oxide as positive electrode material combined with graphitic carbon anode can reach an energy density of at least about 180 Wh/kg at a rate of C/3 from 4.35V to 2V at room temperature while having a room temperature areas specific DC resistance of no more than about 75 ohms-cm | 02-20-2014 |
Charles A. Bowling, Palo Alto, CA US
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20140178760 | HIGH CAPACITY CATHODE MATERIAL WITH STABILIZING NANOCOATINGS - A positive electrode active material comprising a lithium rich metal oxide active composition coated with aluminum zinc oxide coating composition is disclosed. The aluminum zinc oxide can be represented by the formula Al | 06-26-2014 |
Christopher Bowling, London, KY US
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20120256374 | Game of Sabotage and Rescue - A game including sabotage and rescue mechanics. Sabotage occurs when a second player's primary piece lands on the same space as a first player's primary piece. In this situation, the first player's primary piece is the piece being sabotaged. Sabotage can happen on any space on the board except for the secure spaces. The first player may be sabotaged in the following ways; (A) the first player's primary piece is stalled by giving the first player a sabotage card, resulting in an unknown number of lost turns, (B) a first player's collectible card is stolen, or (C) a first player's assignment is stolen. | 10-11-2012 |
Darryl Bowling, Madison, NC US
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20130123164 | SOLID TABLET UNIT DOSE OVEN CLEANER - A solidification matrix includes sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, a water charge, an anhydrous metasilicate, a polycarboxylic acid polymer or salt or derivative thereof, and additional functional ingredients. The sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, a water charge, an anhydrous metasilicate, a polycarboxylic acid polymer, and additional functional ingredients interact to form a hydrate solid. The solidification matrix may be used, for example, in a solid detergent composition. Methods of making solid detergent compositions are disclosed. | 05-16-2013 |
20160002576 | SOLID TABLET UNIT DOSE OVEN CLEANER - A solidification matrix includes sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, a water charge, an anhydrous metasilicate, a polycarboxylic acid polymer or salt or derivative thereof, and additional functional ingredients. The sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, a water charge, an anhydrous metasilicate, a polycarboxylic acid polymer, and additional functional ingredients interact to form a hydrate solid. The solidification matrix may be used, for example, in a solid detergent composition. Methods of making solid detergent compositions are disclosed. | 01-07-2016 |
Darryl C. Bowling, Madison, NC US
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20120103364 | Combination dishwashing machine and sink - In one aspect of the present invention, a combination dishwashing machine and sink that utilizes a first use solution includes a dishwashing machine, a sump, a pump, a sink, a first fluid passageway, and a controller. The sump is in fluid communication with the dishwashing machine and is configured and arranged to contain the first use solution utilized in the dishwashing machine. The pump is in fluid communication with the sump, and the first fluid passageway interconnects the pump and the sink. The controller is operatively connected to the pump and is programmed to signal the pump to direct the first use solution from the sump, through the first fluid passageway, and into the sink. The controller automates the filling of the sink with the first use solution from the sump. | 05-03-2012 |
David E. Bowling, Fuquay Varina, NC US
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20090236116 | Covers for Power Distribution Line Insulators - A cover is provided for acute angled insulator pair arrangement, such as a V-switch. The insulator pair arrangement includes a first insulator and a second insulator, the insulators extending relative to each other at an acute angle from first ends thereof. The cover includes a first cover member and a second cover member. The second cover member is configured to mate with the first cover member to define an enclosure that encloses the first ends of the insulators and a region therebetween. The enclosure extends to a position proximate an end skirt of each of the insulators closest to the first ends thereof without extending over the end skirts. | 09-24-2009 |
David Edwin Bowling, Fuquay Varina, NC US
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20150371731 | INSULATING L BUSBAR COVERS AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An insulating cover for an L-shaped busbar includes first and second opposing longitudinal edge portions and a longitudinal groove between the first and second longitudinal edge portions. The cover is configured to wrap around the busbar in an installed position with the first and second longitudinal edge portions overlapping, with the second longitudinal edge portion adjacent and generally parallel to a leg of the busbar and with the first longitudinal edge portion in the longitudinal groove of the cover. | 12-24-2015 |
David G. Bowling, Los Ranchos, NM US
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20100275718 | MANIPULATOR - A manipulator, such as for use in medical procedures, is provided. The manipulator includes a body and a first actuator system connected to the body at a first attachment point and is capable of moving the first attachment point with at least three degrees of freedom. A second actuator system is connected to the body at a second attachment point and is capable of moving the second attachment point with at least three degrees of freedom. A third actuator system is connected to the body at a third attachment point and is capable of moving the third attachment point with at least one degree of freedom. | 11-04-2010 |
David G. Bowling, Albuquerque, NM US
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20080320068 | Wideband suppression of motion-induced vibration - The present invention is a new method to create motions based on the use of rate limited profiles convolved with FIR kernel filters, termed herein as Rate limited Boxcar Aliased IFIR (RBAI) motions, or profiles. The present invention demonstrates a simpler generalized view of the creation of pulse-based profiles based on digital signal processing windowing techniques. The method turns windowing functions into an IFIR filter using boxcar functions for the interpolation. The IFIR filter smoothes the pulse-based profiles, allowing the resultant filter to be applied directly over a simple rate limited base profile. The resulting motion profiles suppress residual vibration over a much wider band of frequencies than previous methods. | 12-25-2008 |
David Gene Bowling, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM US
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20140039517 | Navigation System for use with a Surgical Manipulator Operable in Manual or Semi-Autonomous Modes - A navigation system for use with a surgical manipulator operable in manual or semi-autonomous modes. The navigation system includes a tracker for attaching to the patient and a localizer to receive signals from the tracker or transmit signals to the tracker. The navigation system includes a navigation processor that runs a plurality of software modules. | 02-06-2014 |
20140039681 | Surgical Manipulator Capable of Controlling a Surgical Instrument in Multiple Modes - A surgical manipulator for manipulating a surgical instrument and an energy applicator extending from the surgical instrument. The surgical manipulator further includes at least one controller configured to determine a commanded pose to which the energy applicator is advanced, wherein the commanded pose is determined based on a summation of a plurality of force and torque signals. | 02-06-2014 |
20140222207 | Surgical Manipulator Capable of Controlling a Surgical Instrument in Multiple Modes - A method is provided for detecting a disturbance as an energy applicator of a surgical instrument traverses a cutting path. The method includes determining actual torques for each active joint of an actuated arm mechanism and calculating expected torques for each active joint of the actuated arm mechanism, wherein the expected torques are calculated based on an angular position of each active joint and a commanded joint angle for each active joint. The method further determines estimated backdrive torques based on the expected torques and the actual torques, wherein the estimated backdrive torques indicate a disturbance along the cutting path. | 08-07-2014 |
20140276943 | Systems and Methods for Establishing Virtual Constraint Boundaries - Systems and methods for establishing and tracking virtual boundaries. The virtual boundaries can delineate zones in which an instrument is not permitted during a surgical procedure. The virtual boundaries can also delineate zones in which the surgical instrument is permitted during the surgical procedure. The virtual boundaries can also identify objects or structures to be treated by the instrument or to be avoided by the instrument during the surgical procedure. | 09-18-2014 |
20150265358 | Robotic System and Method for Transitioning Between Operating Modes - A robotic system includes a surgical manipulator and a force/torque sensor. The surgical manipulator operates in a first operating mode in which a user applies forces and torques to the surgical instrument to cause movement of the energy applicator. The surgical manipulator also operates in a second operating mode in which the surgical manipulator moves the energy applicator along a tool path. A controller monitors the output of the force/torque sensor as the energy applicator is being moved along the tool path in the second operating mode and transitions from the second operating mode to the first operating mode in response to the output exceeding associated limits. | 09-24-2015 |
20150289941 | Robotic System and Method for Reorienting a Surgical Instrument Moving Along a Tool Path - Robotic system and method for positioning an energy applicator extending from a surgical instrument. The robotic system includes a surgical manipulator operable in a manual mode or a semi-autonomous mode. The surgical manipulator moves the energy applicator along a tool path in the semi-autonomous mode, monitors output of a force/torque sensor as the energy applicator moves along the tool path, and reorients the surgical instrument based on the output in response to a user applying reorienting forces and torques to the surgical instrument. | 10-15-2015 |
20150366629 | Surgical Manipulator Having a Feed Rate Calculator - A surgical manipulator for manipulating a surgical instrument and an energy applicator extending from the surgical instrument. The surgical manipulator further includes at least one controller configured to operate the surgical manipulator in a manual mode or a semi-autonomous mode. The at least one controller including a feed rate calculator configured to calculate an instrument feed rate. The instrument feed rate is a velocity at which a distal end of the energy applicator advances along a path segment of a tool path in the semi-autonomous mode. | 12-24-2015 |
20150374446 | System and Method for Controlling a Surgical Manipulator Based on Implant Parameters - System and method for controlling a surgical manipulator to apply an energy applicator to a patient. The surgical manipulator cooperates with a navigation system to position the energy applicator with respect to a boundary so that the energy applicator is constrained from moving outside the boundary. The boundary is generated based on implant parameters measured after manufacture of the implant. | 12-31-2015 |
20160089211 | System and Method for Controlling a Manipulator in Response to Backdrive Forces - A system and method for controlling a manipulator are provided. A manipulator controller measures an actual torque and calculates an expected torque for at least one joint motor of the manipulator. The manipulator controller computes a backdrive force for the at least one joint motor based on the actual torque and expected torque. A surgical tool of the manipulator is modeled as a virtual rigid body. The manipulator controller computes a total force or torque to apply to the virtual rigid body based on the backdrive force. The manipulator controller determines a target position of the surgical instrument based on the total force or torque and commands positioning of the joint motors to advance the surgical instrument to the target position. | 03-31-2016 |
Elizabeth Bowling, Minneapolis, MN US
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20140259997 | LIFE TO WASTE TO ENERGY COMPLEX - The invention relates to a life to waste to energy complex. In particular, the present invention comprises a work/living complex capable of highly efficiency resource allocation, use, and recycling or all community waste streams. | 09-18-2014 |
Evan James Bowling, Barrington, IL US
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20130132108 | REAL-TIME CONTEXTUAL KPI-BASED AUTONOMOUS ALERTING AGENT - An example operation metrics collection and processing system is to mine a data set including patient and exam workflow data from information source(s) according to an operational metric for a workflow of interest. An example healthcare workflow performance monitoring system includes a contextual analysis engine to mine a data set to identify patterns based on current and historical healthcare data for a healthcare workflow and extract context information from the identified patterns and data mined information. The example system includes a statistical modeling engine to dynamically create contextual performance indicators based on the context and pattern information including a contextual ordering of events in the healthcare workflow. The example system includes a workflow decision engine to evaluate the contextual performance indicators based on a model and monitor measurements associated with the contextual performance indicators, the workflow decision engine to process feedback to update the context performance indicators. | 05-23-2013 |
F. Bowling, Ft. Bragg, NC US
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20100005593 | Lightweight Roll-Up Drag Litter - A flexible, portable light-weight drag litter is disclosed capable of being compactly rolled for transportation and storage, having a generally planar base dimensioned to underlie a reclining individual's head, torso, legs, and feet. A torso harness is attached to the base along with groin and leg connectors are attached to the base. A dragline is attached to a head end portion of the base. When a user tugs on the dragline, the base creates a concave surface that supports and protects the patient's head. | 01-14-2010 |
Gary Bowling, Bellaire, TX US
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20080251575 | SYSTEM FOR CAPTURING AND MANAGING PERSONALIZED VIDEO IMAGES OVER AN IP-BASED CONTROL AND DATA LOCAL AREA NETWORK - A system is deployed at a theme park for capturing and managing personalized video images, e.g., for creating personalized video products for patrons at the theme park. The system includes an RFID system to track patron movements around the park, a camera system to capture video images at designated locations around the park, a computer-based video content collection system to collect and store personalized video clips of patrons, and a video product (e.g., DVD) creation and point of sale system to create the end product for sale to the patron. | 10-16-2008 |
Henry A Bowling, Newbury Park, CA US
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20130323665 | ORTHODONTIC ALIGNERS, METHODS OF USING SUCH ALIGNERS, AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING AND USING SUCH ALIGNERS - A system for repositioning teeth comprises a plurality of individual appliances. The appliances are configured to be placed successively on the patient's teeth and to incrementally reposition the teeth from an initial tooth arrangement, through a plurality of intermediate tooth arrangements, and to a final tooth arrangement. The appliances comprise at least 200 layers. | 12-05-2013 |
James M. Bowling, Ferrum, VA US
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20100192488 | Mullion System - A mullion system includes a universal reinforcement key, that joins window frame members and when anchored in a window frame opening or against other window frame joining members, contributes to bearing the load on the window frame unit. The system also includes a mull strip member with end caps designed to weep moisture away from and out of the window frame unit. | 08-05-2010 |
Jeffrey C. Bowling, Cumming, GA US
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20120125465 | Low Profile Conduit Extension for Downspouts - A low profile downspout extension is formed in multiple segments including a flexible conduit component, a splash block component and an extension component. An adapter is selectively connectable to the inlet portion of the flexible conduit component to allow mounting to a small downspout. The splash block component transitions from a circular inlet into a low profile rectangular configuration with an internal weir that prevents a back-flow of water into the circular portion. The low profile rectangular sections are formed with ribbed side walls and a crowned top surface to provide strength without requiring reinforcement. The flexible conduit portion includes a rectangular inlet, a circular outlet and a corrugated central portion that allows the selective orientation of the inlet relative to the outlet. The adapter includes a deflectable attachment tab that locks into an attachment rib on the inlet portion of the flexible conduit component. | 05-24-2012 |
Jeffrey L. Bowling, Middlesboro, KY US
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20090155041 | METHOD OF TRANSPORTING POULTRY - A method for transporting poultry in a coop trailer that includes a trailer section which can carry a number of tiers of poultry cages on its bed and has a vertically oriented tarpaulin system mounted thereon. The tarpaulin system includes tarpaulins which are suspended from a cable that extends between the front and rear ends of the trailer section. The tarpaulins can rapidly and easily be drawn back and forth along the sides of the trailer section to cover and uncover the cages. When the tarpaulins are fully extended along the sides of the trailer section, the tarpaulins effectively aid in preventing the birds from being buffeted about by excessive wind as the coop trailer travels along the roads. The tarpaulins also aid in maintaining a more constant temperature within the trailer section. The tarpaulins can be quickly and easily withdrawn and rotated to lay adjacent one of the front and rear ends of the trailer section and can be secured in that position so as to allow for the loading or removal of the cages from the trailer section. | 06-18-2009 |
Joseph Bowling, Narberth, PA US
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20120011939 | HYDRATION SYSTEM - A device, system and method relating to dispensing fluid from a device. The system relates generally to a hand-held fluid dispensing module, a control module coupled to the hand-held fluid dispensing module, a fluid container located in close proximity to the hand-held fluid dispensing module and the control module, and a cooling module coupled to the control module. The hand-held device being configured to control and determine the amount of fluid dispensed from the device. The method relates to using the system and dispensing fluid from the hand-held fluid dispensing module by either applying pressure to an exterior portion of the hand-held dispensing module or providing a vacuum to the hand-held fluid dispensing module. | 01-19-2012 |
Kevin Lee Bowling, Watsonville, CA US
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20100324874 | Simulating patient-specific outcomes - The invention encompasses systems, methods, and apparatus for predicting and monitoring an individual's response to a therapeutic regimen. The invention includes multiple virtual patients, an associating subsystem operable to associate the subject with one or more of the virtual patients, and a simulation engine operable to apply one or more experimental protocols to the one or more virtual patients identified with the subject to generate a set of outputs. The set of outputs can represent therapeutic efficacy, identify biomarkers for monitoring therapeutic efficacy, or merely report the status of the biological system as it represents a particular individual | 12-23-2010 |
Kinred Bowling, Dayton, OH US
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20090129845 | LABEL SUPPLY, LABEL HANDLING METHOD AND LABEL PRINTING APPARATUS - A supply of labels may be configured to facilitate folding. A label handling method involves initiating a label fold prior to a label completely exiting a label exit opening. A label apparatus includes a label obstructing member to promote label folding. | 05-21-2009 |
Kinred Bowling, Vandalia, OH US
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20100328702 | Printer and Scale for Handling RFID Labels - A label printer for handling labels with RFID tags includes one or more advantageous features such as locating an RF encoder unit antenna in position to read and/or write to label antennas after the label antennas have exited a label output slot of the printer, providing light elements to indicate status of a read and/or write operation to a label RFID tag or a voiding step to void labels when a read and/or write operation is unsuccessful. | 12-30-2010 |
Larry C. Bowling, Mesquite, TX US
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20120242274 | Systems and Methods Providing a Wearable Power Generator - A wearable, hybrid power generation system includes a rechargeable battery, a solid fuel cell power generator coupled to the rechargeable battery, and a cartridge with fuel for the solid fuel cell power generator. The cartridge is removeably coupled to the solid fuel cell power generator. The rechargeable battery, the solid fuel cell power generator, and the cartridge may be housed in a form factor conforming to a shape and size of a standard battery. | 09-27-2012 |
Patrick C. Bowling, Atlanta, GA US
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20160123190 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR GAS TURBINE EXTRACTION - A method and system to extract gas from a gas turbine having at least one gas extraction mechanism placed at the turbine section that extracts exhaust gas directly from the turbine stages through the turbine casing, providing a first exhaust gas path that extends from the turbine section through the exhaust section to the exhaust gas outlet, and a second exhaust gas path for extracted exhaust gas extending directly from the turbine stages inside the turbine casing to a duct outside of the turbine casing. The gas extraction system and method can be applied to a cogeneration system. | 05-05-2016 |
Patrick C. Bowling, Greenville, SC US
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20110030459 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING MOMENT WEIGHT OF ROTATING MACHINE COMPONENTS - A method of determining the moment weight of a rotating component for a rotary machine includes the steps of: (a) supporting the component on a platform at a pair of spaced locations along a length dimension of the component, one of the spaced locations corresponding to a known radial distance from a centerline of a rotor of the rotary machine to a predetermined location on the component when the component is installed on the rotary machine, and wherein a center of gravity of the component is located between the spaced locations; (b) determining partial weights of the rotary machine component by supporting the platform on a pair of weight scales vertically aligned with and substantially centered on the spaced locations, wherein a total weight TW of the component is equal to a sum of the partial weights; (c) utilizing information obtained in step (b), locating a center of gravity of the component relative to the one of the spaced locations and determining a radial distance D | 02-10-2011 |
Patrick Clinton Bowling, Roswell, GA US
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20140019091 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MAINTENANCE OF TURBOMACHINERY - In certain embodiments, a system may include a condition based replacement life (CBRL) approval system configured to receive a turbomachinery component data and to approve a turbomachinery component for CBRL based on the turbomachinery component data. The system further includes a CBRL validation system configured to repair the turbomachinery component into a repaired turbomachinery component, wherein the repaired turbomachinery component is configured to operate in a turbomachinery beyond a service time of the turbomachinery component. | 01-16-2014 |
20140161612 | TIP SHROUD MONITORING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND CONTROLLER - A tip shroud of a bladed rotor can be monitored for integrity using a sensor configured to detect the tip shroud. A signal from the sensor can be monitored and if the magnitude of the signal changes, such as beyond a defined amount, an indication of possible damage can be made. A baseline sensed pattern for a revolution of the tip shroud can be compared to an operation sensed pattern for a subsequent revolution, and the indication of damage can be made if there is more than the defined amount and/or percentage of difference between the patterns. | 06-12-2014 |
Robert Bowling, Deckerville, MI US
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20080268241 | Decorative System Composite And Method - Decorative system composites and methods for forming the same are described. The composites employ new and improved support film systems that have enhanced tensile strength under typical thermoforming conditions, including elevated temperatures. An optional release film can be used in conjunction with the support film. The support film is particularly suitable for use with decorative films used to impart a surface effect, such as paint or color-containing film systems, to a thermoformed plastic component. The support film systems also possess enhanced bag/sag/drape control characteristics. | 10-30-2008 |
20120073734 | DECORATIVE SYSTEM COMPOSITE AND METHOD - Decorative system composites and methods for forming the same are described. The composites employ new and improved support film systems that have enhanced tensile strength under typical thermoforming conditions, including elevated temperatures. An optional release film can be used in conjunction with the support film. The support film is particularly suitable for use with decorative films used to impart a surface effect, such as paint or color-containing film systems, to a thermoformed plastic component. The support film systems also possess enhanced bag/sag/drape control characteristics. | 03-29-2012 |
Rodney A. Bowling, Austin, TX US
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20120282217 | FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE VIRUS (FMDV) CONSENSUS PROTEINS, CODING SEQUENCES THEREFOR AND VACCINES MADE THEREFROM - Provided herein is a nucleic acid comprising consensus amino acid sequence of foot-and-mouth disease FMDV VP1-4 coat proteins of FMDV subtypes A, Asia 1, C, O, SAT1, SAT2, and SAT3 as well as plasmids and vaccines expressing the sequences. Also provided herein is methods for generating an immune response against one or more FMDV subtypes using the vaccine as described above as well as methods for deciphering between vaccinated mammals with the vaccine and those that are infected with FMDV. | 11-08-2012 |
20160039886 | Foot and Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV) Consensus Proteins, Coding Sequences Therefor and Vaccines Made Therefrom - Provided herein is a nucleic acid comprising consensus amino acid sequence of foot-and-mouth disease FMDV VP1-4 coat proteins of FMDV subtypes A, Asia 1, C, O, SAT1, SAT2, and SAT3 as well as plasmids and vaccines expressing the sequences. Also provided herein is methods for generating an immune response against one or more FMDV subtypes using the vaccine as described above as well as methods for deciphering between vaccinated mammals with the vaccine and those that are infected with FMDV. | 02-11-2016 |
Roy Bowling, Commerce City, CO US
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20140027690 | LIGHTED TIP FOR FLEXIBLE RODS - In one aspect, a lighted tip for attachment to a flexible rod comprises a tip body having proximal and distal ends, a mechanical connector at the proximal end, a lens connected to the distal end, a light source that emits light through the lens, and a holder coupled to the light source and the lens. A circuit is completed or interrupted as the holder moves in relation to the tip body, thereby switching the light source on or off. In another aspect, a lighted tip for attachment to a flexible rod comprises a lens forming a distal end of the lighted tip. The lens is cylindrical over at least some of its length, and the tip further includes a light source at least partially within the cylindrical lens portion and a mechanical connector at a proximal end if the lighted tip, for connecting the tip to the flexible rod. | 01-30-2014 |
20150153534 | LIGHTED TIP FOR FLEXIBLE RODS - In one aspect, a lighted tip for attachment to a flexible rod comprises a tip body having proximal and distal ends, a mechanical connector at the proximal end, a lens connected to the distal end, a light source that emits light through the lens, and a holder coupled to the light source and the lens. A circuit is completed or interrupted as the holder moves in relation to the tip body, thereby switching the light source on or off. In another aspect, a lighted tip for attachment to a flexible rod comprises a lens forming a distal end of the lighted tip. The lens is cylindrical over at least some of its length, and the tip further includes a light source at least partially within the cylindrical lens portion and a mechanical connector at a proximal end if the lighted tip, for connecting the tip to the flexible rod. | 06-04-2015 |
Roy Bowling, Lakewood, CO US
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20110272651 | LIGHTED BULLNOSE TIP FOR FLEXIBLE RODS - A lighted tip for a flexible rod includes a tip body having proximal and distal ends, a mechanical connector at the proximal end, a rounded lens connected to the distal end, and a light source that emits light through the rounded lens. The lighted tip defines a transverse through hole to enable connection of a wire to the lighted tip. | 11-10-2011 |
Russell Bowling, Cumming, GA US
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20120303538 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303539 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303540 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303541 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303542 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20120303543 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 11-29-2012 |
20130138573 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 05-30-2013 |
20130198100 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 08-01-2013 |
20130212036 | CUSTOMER CONTROLLED MANAGEMENT OF SHIPMENTS - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, in various embodiments, a customer can provide information prior to a first delivery attempt of an item by a carrier to receive messages regarding shipment of the item and to have the item delivered in accordance with the provided information. | 08-15-2013 |
Stephen Bowling, Stamford, CT US
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20080309010 | Game Apparatus With An Encapsulated Figure - A game piece in the nature of a hand manipulated capsule containing a visible and recognizable figure with assigned characteristics, a game field, and a method of using the game piece in the playing of games. | 12-18-2008 |
Stephen Bowling, Chandler, AZ US
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20090278621 | Pulse Width Modulation Dead Time Compensation Method and Apparatus - Dead time compensated complementary pulse width modulation (PWM) signals are derived from a PWM generator by first applying time period compensation to the PWM generator signal based upon the direction of current flow in an inductive load being controlled by the PWM generator. Dead time is then applied to the compensated PWM generator signal for producing complementary dead time compensated PWM signals for controlling power switching circuits driving the inductive load. | 11-12-2009 |
20100079078 | Using Pulse Density Modulation for Controlling Dimmable Electronic Lighting Ballasts - Pulse Density Modulation (PDM) controls light brightness from a fluorescent lamp by applying voltages to the lamp filaments at two or more sequential signal frequencies. A low frequency, an intermediate frequency and a high frequency may be used to control the brightness of the lamp. The lamp gas ionizes to produce light only when the low or intermediate frequency voltage is applied thereto. The lamp gas is not ionized at the high frequency voltage, but the high frequency voltage keeps the lamp filaments warm during low brightness conditions. The low frequency, intermediate frequency, no and/or high frequency voltages have time periods that occur within a modulation frame time period that repeats continuously. The ratio of the low frequency and intermediate frequency time periods, and the no and/or high frequency voltage time periods determine the light output of the fluorescent lamp, and also maintain a proper temperature of the filaments. | 04-01-2010 |
20100259179 | HIGH RESOLUTION PULSE WIDTH MODULATION (PWM) FREQUENCY CONTROL USING A TUNABLE OSCILLATOR - A fluorescent lamp light intensity dimming control generates a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal at about a fifty percent duty cycle and has very fine frequency change granularity to allow precise and smooth light dimming capabilities. Intermediate PWM signal frequencies between the frequencies that are normally generated from values in a period register of the PWM generator are provided with a variable frequency clock source to the PWM generator. Selection of each frequency from the plurality of frequencies available from the variable frequency clock source may be determined from a value stored in a variable frequency clock register. A microcontroller may be used to select appropriate frequencies for dimming control of the fluorescent lamp from the variable frequency clock source, and the period and duty cycle values used in generating the PWM signal at about a fifty percent duty cycle. | 10-14-2010 |
20130057330 | ENHANCED COMPLEMENTARY WAVEFORM GENERATOR - An enhanced complementary waveform generator (ECWG) generates two complementary pulse width modulation (PWM) outputs determined by rising and falling event sources. In a simple configuration of the ECWG, the rising and falling event sources are the same signal which is a PWM signal having the desired period and duty cycle. The ECWG converts this single PWM input into dual complementary PWM outputs. The frequency and duty cycle of the dual PWM outputs substantially match those of the single input PWM signal. Blanking and deadband times may be introduced between the dual complementary PWM outputs, and the dual complementary PWM outputs may also be phase delayed. | 03-07-2013 |
20130080819 | MICROCONTROLLER WITH SCHEDULING UNIT - A microcontroller has a central processing unit (CPU), a plurality of peripherals, and a programmable scheduler unit with: a timer being clocked by an independent clock signal; a comparator coupled with a timer register of said timer and having an output generating an output signal; an event register coupled with said comparator; a delta time register; and an arithmetic logic unit controlled by the output signal of the comparator and with first and second inputs and an output, wherein the first input is coupled with the timer register or the event register and the second input is coupled with the delta time register and the output is coupled with the event register. | 03-28-2013 |
20130195124 | TIMEBASE PERIPHERAL - A microcontroller has a timebase driven by a clock signal, wherein the timebase has a reset input and an output coupled with a comparator. The comparator is further coupled with a register and is operable to generate a synchronization output signal if the timebase matches the register value. The microcontroller further has a first multiplexer receiving the synchronization output signal from the comparator and further receiving at least one event signal generated by a unit other than the timebase, wherein the first multiplexer is operable to select either the synchronization output signal or the at least one event signal as a timebase synchronization output signal. | 08-01-2013 |
20130198500 | PERIPHERAL SPECIAL FUNCTION REGISTER WITH SOFT-RESET DISABLE - A microcontroller has a plurality of peripherals, and at least one control bit, wherein the control bit controls a reset of at least one peripheral such that in a first mode any type of reset resets the at least one peripheral of said plurality of peripherals and in a second mode only a power supply reset resets the at least one peripheral. | 08-01-2013 |
20130241626 | INPUT CAPTURE PERIPHERAL WITH GATING LOGIC - A microcontroller has an input capture peripheral, wherein the input capture peripheral is configured to store timer values of an associated timer in a memory and wherein the input capture peripheral has a gating input which controls whether an input capture function is activated. | 09-19-2013 |
20140040654 | TIMEBASE PERIPHERAL - A microcontroller has a programmable timebase, wherein the timebase has a trigger input to start a timer or counter of the timebase and wherein the timebase can be configured to operate upon receiving a trigger signal in a first mode to generate a plurality of timer/counter event signals until a reset bit in a control register is set and in a second mode to generate a single timer/counter event signal and wherein the timebase can be configured to operate in a third mode to generate a predefined number of timer/counter event signals, wherein the predefined number is defined by a plurality of bits of a register. | 02-06-2014 |
20140240020 | CONFIGURABLE TIME DELAYS FOR EQUALIZING PULSE WIDTH MODULATION TIMING - A plurality of PWM generators have user configurable time delay circuits for each PWM control signal generated therefrom. The time delay circuits are adjusted so that each of the PWM control signals arrive at their associated power transistors at the same time. This may be accomplished by determining a maximum delay time of the PWM control signal that has to traverse the longest propagation time and then setting the delay for that PWM control signal to substantially zero delay. Thereafter, all other delay time settings for the other PWM control signals may be determined by subtracting the propagation time for each of the other PWM control signals from the longest propagation time. Thereby insuring that all of the PWM control signals arrive at their respective power transistor control nodes with substantially the same time relationships as when they left their respective PWM generators. | 08-28-2014 |
20140254731 | Dithering Circuit for Serial Data Transmission - A system for determining a unit time of a serial transmission protocol, wherein the serial transmission protocol defines a unit time (UT) by transmitting a calibration pulse having a predetermined length of N*UT and wherein a receiver is operated by system clock, includes: a clock divider for dividing the system clock by M, wherein M evenly divides N, and a detector for sampling a received data nibble length by using a dithered sampling clock. | 09-11-2014 |
20140258566 | Dynamic Pause Period Calculation for Serial Data Transmission - A serial transmission peripheral device for transmitting serial transmission data with a variable data length includes a pulse forming unit; and a register programmable to set a desired transmission length. The peripheral device is operable to determine an actual transmission length and calculate a length of a pause pulse and to add the pause pulse at the end of a transmission to generate a transmission having a constant length. | 09-11-2014 |
20150130636 | Integrated Circuit Device with Tamper Detection Input and having Real Time Clock Calendar Logging Thereof - If an enclosure of a metering device is opened or vandalized, application software must determine when the metering history information became unreliable, and further notification to the utility may be desirable. Likewise, a shipping container or suitcase that has been opened or mishandled during shipping transient may be attributed to a particular location and/or handling person(s) when the time and date of the mishandling occurrence are known. A transition on a special device input from a tamper or mishandling sensor captures real-time clock/calendar (RTCC) information that provides to a software application the time and date of the detected tampering or mishandling event. This transition may also cause memory storage of the RTCC information related to the event. Thus, an integrated circuit device, for example a microcontroller or any other integrated circuit device may comprise such an RTCC and external input, and, optionally, memory storage of the RTCC event occurrence. | 05-14-2015 |
Stephen G. Bowling, Stamford, CT US
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20080205974 | Locking Nut, Bolt and Clip Systems and Assemblies - The locking nut and bolt system utilizes a bolt with thread having a plurality of notches generally longitudinally spaced in a predetermined pattern. Each notch has a lock face and an opposing slope. The locking unit carries one or more tines. The tine has a distal tine end adapted to latch onto the lock face of the notch on the bolt and, when the distal tine end is not disposed in one or more notches, the tine end moves on the bolt thread crest. When the distal tine end is in the notch or notches, the lock face of the notch prevents counter-rotational movement of the bolt with respect to the nut when the distal tine end abuts the lock face. The locking unit supports the tine and may be cylindrical, rectangular or on a perpendicular support face normal to a radial plane through the axial centerline of the nut thread. The locking unit may be on a nut insert or may be carried on the leg of a U, J or S-shaped clip. The locking unit may be recessed as a blind hole. | 08-28-2008 |
William C. Bowling, Simi Vallley, CA US
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20080234850 | MODEL BASED DEFINITION INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING PROCESS - A software package defines installation and assembly requirements for a product through simplified representations of a 3D design model having a multiple of component parts which define the product in a data format different than that which created the 3D design model. Data created by the process replaces documentation supplied by traditional installation and assembly drawings. Documentation of the installations and assemblies is accomplished entirely electronically. | 09-25-2008 |
Zaccariah Troy Bowling, Alameda, CA US
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20130090959 | RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT AND RESERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system and method for offering and managing reservations for restaurant or other reservation-based services is provided. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving reservation data regarding available reservations for restaurants, and receiving a search request and payment information from the user. A subset of the available reservations matching the search request is determined using the open reservation data. The method further includes receiving a request from a user to make a reservation corresponding to an available reservations matching the search request, storing data indicating that the requested reservation is assigned to the user, and receiving a change in status for the reservation during fulfillment of the reservation. The method also includes receiving data regarding items ordered during fulfillment of the reservation, and providing the data regarding items ordered during fulfillment of the reservation for display to the consumer on a mobile device during fulfillment of the reservation. | 04-11-2013 |