Carter, IL
Andrew Carter, Chicago, IL US
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20090234781 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR UTILIZING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ASSETS AND RIGHTS - A method of utilizing an intellectual property grouping owned by a patent entity to generate income. The method includes acquiring rights in a first intellectual property asset from a seller on behalf of a patent investment entity, providing compensation to the seller in exchange for the first intellectual property asset, granting less than all of the rights in the first intellectual property asset to the seller of the intellectual property asset in exchange for a stream of payments, wherein granting less than all of the rights in the first intellectual property asset creates residual rights in the first intellectual property asset, and utilizing the residual rights in the first intellectual property asset to generate income for the patent investment entity. | 09-17-2009 |
20140304191 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR UTILIZING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ASSETS AND RIGHTS - A method of utilizing an intellectual property grouping owned by a patent entity to generate income. The method includes acquiring rights in a first intellectual property asset from a seller on behalf of a patent investment entity, providing compensation to the seller in exchange for the first intellectual property asset, granting less than all of the rights in the first intellectual property asset to the seller of the intellectual property asset in exchange for a stream of payments, wherein granting less than all of the rights in the first intellectual property asset creates residual rights in the first intellectual property asset, and utilizing the residual rights in the first intellectual property asset to generate income for the patent investment entity. | 10-09-2014 |
Andrew W. Carter, Chicago, IL US
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20090070150 | Methods and Systems for Managing the Risks of Patent Coverage - Presented herein are methods and systems for managing an entity's risks of patent coverage. More specifically, the present invention is directed to methods and system for insuring an entity against damage awards in patent litigation. The presented methods and systems allow a manufacturer to minimize their exposure to damage awards in patent litigation by conducting pre-emptive analyses and properly allocating funds for royalty payments and/or damage awards. An insurance market is also established to insure the manufacturer against excessive damage awards. | 03-12-2009 |
20100169127 | System and method for managing intellectual property-based risks - Presented herein are methods and systems for managing an entity's risks of patent coverage. More specifically, the present invention is directed to methods and system for insuring an entity against damage awards in patent litigation. The presented methods and systems allow a manufacturer to minimize their exposure to damage awards in patent litigation by conducting pre-emptive analyses and properly allocating funds for royalty payments and/or damage awards. An insurance captive is also established as a risk management tool to insure the manufacturer against excessive damage awards. | 07-01-2010 |
20130339063 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MANAGING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY-BASED RISKS - Presented herein are methods and systems for managing an entity's risks of patent coverage. More specifically, the present invention is directed to methods and system for insuring an entity against damage awards in patent litigation. The presented methods and systems allow a manufacturer to minimize their exposure to damage awards in patent litigation by conducting pre-emptive analyses and properly allocating funds for royalty payments and/or damage awards. An insurance captive is also established as a risk management tool to insure the manufacturer against excessive damage awards. | 12-19-2013 |
Chase Carter, Joliet, IL US
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20100043314 | LASER-MARKED MULTI-COMPONENT ASSEMBLIES, KITS, AND RELATED METHODS - A method is provided of laser marking a graphic design in an unassembled multi-component structure. A graphic design to be laser marked in a multi-component structure is partitioned into a plurality of graphic design sections, with each of the graphic design sections being assigned to a corresponding component of the multi-component structure. The graphic design sections are laser marked in their corresponding components of the multi-component structure while the multi-component structure is in an unassembled state. The laser-marked components are adapted for assembly together into an assembled state in which the multi-component structure has a viewable expansive surface with the graphic design sections collectively simulating an overall appearance of a graphic design spanning across the corresponding components of the multi-component structure. A kit for assembling laser-marked components into a multi-component structure is also provided. | 02-25-2010 |
20100183822 | SURFACE MARKED ARTICLES, RELATED METHODS AND SYSTEMS - A method of surface marking an article, especially a building product, is provided. One described method includes the steps of laser marking a first graphic design element on a surface of an article and ink-jet printing a second graphic design element in registry with the first graphic design element on the surface of the article to create a high quality overall graphic design. Also provided are articles made according to this method, and systems for carrying out the method. | 07-22-2010 |
20130265350 | SURFACE MARKED ARTICLES, RELATED METHODS AND SYSTEMS - A method of surface marking an article, especially a building product, is provided. One described method includes the steps of laser marking a first graphic design element on a surface of an article and ink-jet printing a second graphic design element in registry with the first graphic design element on the surface of the article to create a high quality overall graphic design. Also provided are articles made according to this method, and systems for carrying out the method. | 10-10-2013 |
20140150364 | LASER-MARKED MULTI-COMPONENT ASSEMBLIES, KITS, AND RELATED METHODS - A method is provided of laser marking a graphic design in an unassembled multi-component structure. A graphic design to be laser marked in a multi-component structure is partitioned into a plurality of graphic design sections, with each of the graphic design sections being assigned to a corresponding component of the multi-component structure. The graphic design sections are laser marked in their corresponding components of the multi-component structure while the multi-component structure is in an unassembled state. The laser-marked components are adapted for assembly together into an assembled state in which the multi-component structure has a viewable expansive surface with the graphic design sections collectively simulating an overall appearance of a graphic design spanning across the corresponding components of the multi-component structure. A kit for assembling laser-marked components into a multi-component structure is also provided. | 06-05-2014 |
20150030821 | SURFACE MARKED ARTICLES, RELATED METHODS AND SYSTEMS - A method of surface marking an article, especially a building product, is provided. One described method includes the steps of laser marking a first graphic design element on a surface of an article and ink-jet printing a second graphic design element in registry with the first graphic design element on the surface of the article to create a high quality overall graphic design. Also provided are articles made according to this method, and systems for carrying out the method. | 01-29-2015 |
Elizabeth A. Carter, Chicago, IL US
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20150302685 | Wagering Game With Reel-Swap Feature - A gaming system includes a gaming machine, a random element generator, and game-logic circuitry. An initial outcome is displayed in the form of a plurality of symbols arranged in a primary array and a secondary array, the primary array including a plurality of primary reels and the secondary array including a secondary reel. In response to the plurality of symbols including a trigger symbol, one of the primary reels is substituted with the secondary reel to form a modified primary array. A modified outcome is determined based on the modified primary array. | 10-22-2015 |
Glen A. Carter, Mattoon, IL US
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20110240654 | RECEPTACLE FOR SPENT SMOKING MATERIAL - A receptacle for spent smoking material has a modular construction and can include a base, a lid, a neck, and a head. The base and the lid define a chamber for containing the spent smoking material. The lid can be removably connected to the base through the rotative engagement of corresponding lugs on the base and the lid. The neck can be assembled to the lid using a one-way connector mechanism. The head can be assembled to the neck using a one-way connector mechanism. The head portion has an orifice therein for receiving spent smoking materials, which can be directed through the neck to the chamber. A bucket can be provided in the chamber to receive the spent smoking materials. | 10-06-2011 |
Glen Alan Carter, Mattoon, IL US
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20080211363 | Safety cabinet - A safety cabinet is disclosed which includes an enclosure having a double-walled construction and a pair of doors to selectively seal the enclosure. The safety cabinet includes a lock bar and a pair of retaining arms that permit the lock bar to be set across the front of the safety cabinet, thereby preventing the safety cabinet doors from being opened. The lock bar may be locked in place at both ends to the retaining arms by use of removable locks. When locked in place, the lock bar protects the safety cabinet from accidental or unauthorized opening. The enclosure is mounted on top of a base that contains two forklift pockets designed to accommodate the fork of a forklift. An indicator is disposed on the safety cabinet for, among other things, making the safety cabinet easy to locate and indicating the nature of the contents stored in the safety cabinet, especially in situations where the safety cabinet is located in a room where there is smoke or low light. | 09-04-2008 |
20090085447 | SAFETY CONTAINER - A safety container can include a hazard indicator located on an external surface thereof. The hazard indicator can include indicia to convey to personnel in the vicinity the nature of the hazard posed by the materials stored in the safety container. The hazard indicator can be made, at least in part, of a reflective material, preferably a retroreflective material. The indicator is disposed on the exterior surface of the safety container to help personnel locate the safety container in low light situations and to indicate the nature of the contents stored in the safety container, especially in situations where the safety container is located in a room where there is smoke or low light. The safety container can be in the form of a safety cabinet or a portable safety can, for example. | 04-02-2009 |
Gordon M. Carter, Evanston, IL US
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20140053872 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT AND RECOVERY OF PURGE SOLVENT - The present disclosure relates to purge fluids, methods of using the purge fluids, and systems to be used for recycling the purge fluids. In some aspects, the purge fluid may be used to clean or purge an automated spray coating apparatus, such as a paint gun. The purge fluid may include a solvent and water. After the purge fluid is utilized for purging or cleaning certain system components, the purge fluid may be treated, subjected to a liquid-solid separation technique, and reused as a purge fluid. | 02-27-2014 |
20150191374 | REMOVAL OF TARGETED CONSTITUENTS THROUGH THE USE OF REDUCTANTS/OXIDANTS COUPLED TO A MAGNETIC SEPARATOR - Methods and compositions for removing a targeted constituent from water are disclosed. The water including the targeted constituent may be transported into a reactor and the reactor may include a magnet and zero valent iron particles. The targeted constituent can chemically react with the zero valent iron particles and the particles may then be attracted to the magnet. The water may then pass out of the reactor free of the targeted constituent. Additionally, the zero valent iron particles may be regenerated and reused. | 07-09-2015 |
Gregory Dwayne Carter, Bloomington, IL US
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20150314681 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO MONITOR AND ALERT VEHICLE OPERATOR OF IMPAIRMENT - The method, system, and computer-readable medium facilitates monitoring a vehicle operator during the course of vehicle operation to determine whether the vehicle operator is impaired (e.g., distracted, drowsy, intoxicated) and alerting the vehicle operator using a haptic alert delivered by a wearable computing device worn by the vehicle operator when impairment is detected. The method, system, and computer-readable medium may monitor the vehicle operator, the environment surrounding the vehicle, and/or forces acting on the vehicle using a variety of sensors, including optical sensors or accelerometers. In particular, optical sensors may monitor the vehicle operator to detect eye blinks, head nods, head rotations, and/or gaze fixation. Optical sensors may also monitor the road ahead of the vehicle to detect lane deviation, lane centering, and time to collision. Accelerometers may detect acceleration in the direction of vehicle travel and/or lateral acceleration. | 11-05-2015 |
Jamaal Carter, Plainfield, IL US
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20130124288 | Personal digital cashier with the coupon locator - An integrated purchasing system for mobile devices with coupon and discount locating functionality that enables a shopper to obtain discounts, coupons, and to purchase the goods and services of their choice from a retail store without having to stand in a checkout line. The Personal Digital Cashier with the Coupon Locator also provides the shopper with the ability to determine which store(s) in the shoppers selected proximity have the best deals or discounts on the items desired for purchase, as well as to shop online using their Personal Digital Cashier with the Coupon Locator account. | 05-16-2013 |
Jason E. Carter, Morton, IL US
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20160075385 | DEBRIS GUARD FOR A FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY - A guard assembly associated with a final drive assembly is provided. The guard assembly includes a skirt member coupled to the final drive assembly such that the skirt member partially encloses the spindle housing. The skirt member includes a first end portion having a mounting surface and a second end portion having an axial projection radially spaced from the outer surface and extending towards the first end portion such that the axial projection defines a circumferential groove adjacent to an outer surface. The guard assembly also includes a segmented seal having an axial member provided in an inner surface and extending inward towards an inner surface and defining a circumferential groove positioned outward from a first diameter such that the circumferential groove is configured to cooperate with and be spaced from the circumferential groove of the second end portion of the skirt member. | 03-17-2016 |
Jason Edward Carter, Morton, IL US
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20120101863 | MACHINE-MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A method is disclosed for using information related to the service history of a power-train component. The method may include using a machine-management system with at least one information processor to acquire information related to loads experienced by the power-train component during a first period, the first period occurring before a disassembly procedure involving disassembly of the power-train component from a power train. The method may also include employing the machine-management system and the acquired information related to loads experienced by the power-train component during the first period to perform one or more tasks in connection with use of the power-train component after the disassembly procedure. | 04-26-2012 |
John David Carter, Bolingbrook, IL US
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20100064508 | METHOD OF SEALING A BIPOLAR PLATE SUPPORTED SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELL WITH A SEALED ANODE COMPARTMENT - Methods of sealing a bipolar plate supported solid oxide fuel cell with a sealed anode compartment are provided. The solid oxide fuel cell includes a cathode, an electrolyte, and an anode, which are supported on a metallic bipolar plate assembly including gas flow fields and the gas impermeable bipolar plate. The electrolyte and anode are sealed into an anode compartment with a metal perimeter seal. An improved method of sealing is provided by extending the metal seal around the entire perimeter of the cell between an electrolyte and the bipolar plate to form the anode compartment. During a single-step high temperature sintering process the metal seal bonds to the edges of the electrolyte and anode layers, the metal foam flow field and the bipolar plate to form a gastight containment. | 03-18-2010 |
20120315207 | SYNTHESIS OF METAL BORIDES - Methods for the synthesis of metal borides. Metal boride compounds synthesized by those methods are also disclosed. | 12-13-2012 |
20160036043 | HIGH-DENSITY PRECURSOR FOR MANUFACTURE OF COMPOSITE METAL OXIDE CATHODES FOR LI-ION BATTERIES - The disclosed embodiments relate to the manufacture of a precursor co-precipitate material for a cathode active material composition. During manufacture of the precursor co-precipitate material, an aqueous solution containing at least one of a manganese sulfate and a cobalt sulfate is formed. Next, a NH | 02-04-2016 |
Joseph F. Carter, East Peoria, IL US
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20100025058 | ATTACHMENT ARM REMOVAL AND ACTUATOR STORAGE - An attachment assembly for use with a vehicle includes an arm support assembly and an attachment interface assembly pivotally mounted to the arm support assembly. The attachment interface assembly includes an interface plate configured to accept a work attachment. The attachment interface assembly and interface plate pivots under the influence of respective lift and tilt actuators. The attachment interface assembly is removable from the arm support assembly, and the actuators are pivotable into stowed positions, upon removing a pin that attaches the lift actuator piston rod to the attachment interface assembly, a pin that attaches the tilt actuator piston rod to the interface plate, and a pin that pivotally attaches the attachment interface assembly to the arm support assembly. The pins may be used to secure the actuators in the stowed positions, and an additional clip may be used to secure one or both of the actuators in the stowed position. | 02-04-2010 |
Matthew Carter, Aurora, IL US
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20120228114 | SOLAR POWERED WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM - A distillation unit for producing potable water using solar radiation is disclosed. The distillation unit includes a heating chamber defining an interior chamber adapted to contain a non-potable liquid for distillation, and a dome-shaped condensing portion having an inner surface and an outer surface, with the condensing portion disposed over the heating chamber such that the heating chamber and the inner surface of the condensing portion are provided in fluid-transfer communication. The distillation unit also includes a pre-heat jacket having a first surface and a second surface and an interior defined therebetween adapted to receive non-potable liquid for distillation therein. The first surface is disposed adjacent the outer surface of the condensing portion, and the pre-heat jacket defines an access entry for introducing non-potable liquid for distillation into the interior of the heating chamber. The distillation unit also includes a trough adjacent for receiving a potable liquid therein. | 09-13-2012 |
Phillip Carter, Lake Bluff, IL US
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20100314576 | COMPOSITIONS FOR CMP OF SEMICONDUCTOR MATERIALS - The invention provides a composition for chemical-mechanical polishing. The composition comprises an abrasive, a first metal rate polishing modifier agent, a second metal rate polishing modifier agent, and a liquid carrier. In one embodiment, the first metal rate polishing modifier agent has a standard reduction potential less than 0.34 V relative to a standard hydrogen electrode, and the second metal rate polishing modifier agent has a standard reduction potential greater than 0.34 V relative to a standard hydrogen electrode. In other embodiments, the first and second metal rate polishing modifier agents are different oxidizing agents. | 12-16-2010 |
Phillip W. Carter, Aurora, IL US
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20090137124 | POLISHING COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR HIGH SILICON NITRIDE TO SILICON OXIDE REMOVAL RATE RATIOS - The invention provides a chemical-mechanical polishing composition comprising a cationic abrasive, a cationic polymer, a carboxylic acid, and water. The invention further provides a method of chemically-mechanically polishing a substrate with the aforementioned polishing composition. The polishing composition exhibits selectivity for removal of silicon nitride over removal of silicon oxide. | 05-28-2009 |
Phillip W. Carter, Round Lake, IL US
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20090317435 | METHODS FOR PROCESSING SUBSTRATES HAVING AN ANTIMICROBIAL COATING - Methods for processing substrate surfaces carrying coatings comprising a metal are disclosed. The methods involve providing a substrate surface having a coating comprising a metal, and exposing the substrate surface to a mixture including an oxidizing agent and an anion. | 12-24-2009 |
20100227052 | METHODS FOR PROCESSING SUBSTRATES HAVING AN ANTIMICROBIAL COATING - Methods for processing substrate surfaces carrying coatings comprising a metal are disclosed. The methods involve providing a substrate surface having a coating comprising a metal, and exposing the substrate surface to a halogen-containing gas. | 09-09-2010 |
Phillip W. Carter, Naperville, IL US
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20090029633 | METHOD OF POLISHING A SILICON-CONTAINING DIELECTRIC - A chemical-mechanical polishing system comprising: (a) ceria abrasive having an average particle size of about 180 nm or less and a positive zeta potential, (b) a polishing additive bearing a functional group with a pK | 01-29-2009 |
20090191710 | CMP method for improved oxide removal rate - The invention provides a method for the chemical-mechanical polishing of a substrate with a chemical-mechanical polishing composition that comprises an abrasive, a halide salt, water and a polishing pad. | 07-30-2009 |
20100200802 | OXIDATION-STABILIZED CMP COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS - The present invention provides a chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP) composition comprising an amino compound, a radical-forming oxidizing agent, a radical trapping agent capable of inhibiting radical-induced oxidation of the amino compound, and an aqueous carrier therefore. The radical trapping agent is a hydroxyl-substituted polyunsaturated cyclic compound, a nitrogenous compound, or a combination thereof. Optionally, the composition comprises a metal oxide abrasive (e.g., silica, alumina, titania, ceria, zirconia, or a combination of two or more of the foregoing abrasives). | 08-12-2010 |
20110065364 | METAL CATIONS FOR INITIATING POLISHING - The invention provides methods for planarizing or polishing a metal surface. The method comprises a composition comprising an abrasive, cesium ions, and a liquid carrier comprising water. | 03-17-2011 |
Robert L. Carter, Naperville, IL US
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20150251680 | Wheel Contact Protector For A Shoulder-Carriable Wheeled Cart Assembly - A wheel cover is configured to be employed in connection with a backpack-cart. The cover mitigates contact between a user's back and the backpack-cart wheel when the backpack-cart is being employed in backpack mode. The wheel cover can be configured to attach to the backpack-cart's wheel in a variety of ways including an elastic band, a drawstring, a strap with a cooperating hook and loop fastening material, a wheel circumference runner with a cooperating hook and loop fastening material, and a partial clam shell. In some embodiments, a wheel shield can be employed in place of, or in combination with, a wheel cover. The wheel shield can be connected to the backpack-cart and is positioned between the user and the wheels of the backpack-cart when the backpack-cart is being employed in backpack mode. In some embodiments, the wheel shield can also act as a back cushion. | 09-10-2015 |
Tracy Carter, Bloomingdale, IL US
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20140110446 | Apparatus for holding an item within a vehicle and methods of using the same - An apparatus holds items on a backrest of a seat of an automobile. Specifically, the apparatus comprises a hook or other attachment means for hooking or otherwise attaching the apparatus to a head rest of a car seat. Moreover, the apparatus comprises an extended portion extending from the hook or other attachment means, and a scoop portion forming a surface for holding a handle of an item, such as a bag, a purse, an umbrella, a backpack, or other like item. Methods of using the same are further provided. | 04-24-2014 |
Zachary R. Carter, Decatur, IL US
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20130241242 | HANDHOLD ASSEMBLY - A handhold assembly for a machine chassis includes a handhold and a mounting structure. The handhold includes a gripping member, an elongate member extending from the gripping member, and a locking member provided at a distal portion of the elongate member. Further, an adapter provided at a distal end of the elongate member. The mounting structure is configured to be attached with the machine chassis and includes a first opening and a second opening. The first and the second openings configured to removably receive the elongate member and the adapter, respectively. Further, a slot provided on the first opening, the slot configured to engage with the locking member of the handhold. | 09-19-2013 |
20150134163 | ELECTRIC DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEM - An electric drive control system for a machine is provided. The electric drive control system includes a sensor and a drivetrain control module operatively coupled to the sensor. The sensor is configured to determine one or more operational parameters associated with the machine. The drivetrain control module is further operatively coupled to a power source controller associated with a power source and a generator controller associated with a generator. The drivetrain control module is configured to determine a desired operating mode of the machine and selectively regulate one or parameters associated with the power source based on a predefined dataset corresponding to the desired operating mode of the machine. The drivetrain control module is further configured to selectively adjust an amount of power produced by the generator based on the predefined dataset corresponding to the desired operating mode of the machine. | 05-14-2015 |