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Charles J Cepak, Alexandria, VA US
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20090321439 | EXPLOSION INHIBITING MATERIAL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A filling material formed into a device for inhibiting an explosion of a fuel container includes an expanded metal sheet being perforated with evenly spaced slits extending parallel in longitudinal direction of the bank and stretched transversely to the longitudinal extension to form openings in the sheet. | 12-31-2009 |
Charles J Richardson, Shreveport, LA US
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20160097075 | HIGH THROUGHPUT ASSAY FOR MONITORING AMP PRODUCTION AND AMINOACYL-tRNA SYNTHETASE ACTIVITY - A method of conducting an enzymatic reaction assay involving adenosine 5′-monophosphate (AMP) comprising the steps of reacting one or more compounds and producing AMP, deaminating the AMP to produce IMP, and oxidating the IMP by NAD+ to produce XMP and NADH. | 04-07-2016 |
Charles J Stronconi, Shirley, NY US
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20130119716 | ROTATABLE CERVICAL PILLOW FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND OTHER VEHICLES - A rotatable circular crossection cervical pillow is manually rotated in a continuous fashion as desired by a person whenever a fresh clean contact spot is sought, or a contact spot of variable support is sought, while the pillow is still attached to a seat back. The rotatable pillow is a cylinder of medium and/or firm high density polyurethane foam. An axial through-hole in the center permits the snug insertion of a rigid length of tubing to give the pillow axial rigidity. Swivel fixtures are attached at each end of the pillow by virtue of the central tube. A fabric cover with an opening closure covers the entire polyurethane cylinder snugly. Optionally the cover may carry therapeutic imparting elements therein. Straps with adjustable buckles are attached to each swivel fixture. Therefore, the cervical pillow rotates easily while still strap-attached to the seat back. | 05-16-2013 |
Charles J. Ashelin, Dubuque, IA US
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20110265400 | LOW PROFILE SUPPORT PANEL FOR A DOCK SEAL - Dock seal for use with loading docks are described. An example dock seal includes a compressible body having a front compressible body and a rear compressible body, where the rear compressible body is interposed between the wall and the front compressible body when the dock seal is mounted to the wall. A flexible panel pivotally couples the compressible body to the wall. | 11-03-2011 |
20120018103 | FLEXIBLE ROOM DIVIDERS - Example room dividers are described herein. The example room dividers include a flexible curtain with features pertaining to security, impactability, insulation, sound absorption, configurability, and/or flame resistance. In some examples, the curtain comprises an inorganic carbon fiber pad sandwiched between two sheets of fiberglass fabric coated with silicone rubber. A tongue-and-groove joint, in some examples, enables the interconnection of a series of curtains to create room dividers of various lengths. In some examples, the curtain comprises a full-width wire mesh sandwiched between two sheets of vinyl coated polyester fabric, wherein a touch-and-hold fastener at the outer perimeter of the curtain and overlapping the wire mesh holds the two sheets together and holds the wire mesh in place. In some examples, the flexibility of the curtain allows the curtain to respond to impacts and/or air pressure differentials. | 01-26-2012 |
20130098567 | INSULATED WASHDOWN FLEXIBLE WALLS AND CURTAINS - Example insulated dividers, such as curtain-doors and temporary walls for dividing areas of a building, include features that make the dividers particularly suited for food and drug related environments that demand cleanliness and require dividers to be periodically washed down to remove microorganisms and other contaminants. Some example dividers include a touch-and-hold fastener to hold a flexible insulated pad within an internal space of a pliable hollow panel. In some examples, the insulated pad is made of polyester batting with loops of fiber to which the hook portion of the touch-and-hold fastener can engage. In some examples, both the insulated pad and the touch-and-hold fastener are completely contained within the hollow panel so that neither the pad nor the fastener provides an exposed external surface for harboring microorganisms. In some examples, the pliable panel's outer peripheral edge is hermetically sealed by thermal bonding, heat sealing, welding and/or ultrasonic joining. | 04-25-2013 |
20130189471 | FIRE RESISTANT INSULATED FLEXIBLE WALL PANELS - Example flexible wall panels (e.g., demising walls) comprising a flexible, thermally insulated multilayer panel with a flammable core has a surprisingly low flame-spread index and smoke-developed index due to the flammable core being sandwiched between two fire resistant pads. The flammable core's high thermal resistance (high R-value) provides most of the panel's thermal insulation while a peripheral compressed region and the fire resistant pads help keep the flammable core from burning. In some examples, the materials and thicknesses of the panel's core, fire resistant pads and surrounding outer skin are such that the panel is of sufficient flexibility to be folded onto itself without experiencing appreciable permanent damage. | 07-25-2013 |
Charles J. Babboni, Roseland, NJ US
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20120137550 | Lighted Signage Structure - A signage structure includes a first drum, a valance and a plurality of bracket assemblies. The first drum is suspended from a ceiling and includes a first frame supporting a first material having an outer circumferential surface for displaying indicia. The first frame has an upper frame ring and a lower frame ring. The valance is located outwardly from the outer circumferential surface of the first drum and includes at least one curved section having a plurality of spaced apart lights positioned along the interior side of the valance. The plurality of bracket assemblies include arms that couple the upper frame ring of the first drum to the valance. A first end of each arm is configured to attach to the upper frame ring of the first drum and a second end of each arm is configured to attach to the valance. | 06-07-2012 |
Charles J. Bambara, Short Hills, NJ US
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20120080105 | VANE INLET DEVICE - A vane inlet apparatus is provided for separating components of a feed stream. The apparatus includes a body having an axis, a proximal end, and a distal end. The body includes an inlet and a plurality of vanes disposed along the axis. Each vane includes an aperture such that the apertures in successive vanes decrease in size toward the distal end of the apparatus. The vanes may be flat or curved. The sizes, shaped, and orientation of the vanes along the apparatus may be determined according to the designed specifications of a particular project. The apparatus as well as the vanes and apertures are preferably cylindrically shaped to match the incoming feed stream cross-section. A method of constructing the vane inlet apparatus is also provided. | 04-05-2012 |
20140263051 | LIQUID-LIQUID EXTRACTOR - An apparatus is provided for extracting compounds from mixtures based on their relative solubilities in different solvents. The mixture can be introduced into a cylindrical container in which the mixture is agitated as it flows past a plurality of plates mounted along a shaft. At least one plate is arranged at a nonzero angle with respect to a plane normal to the shaft and features a plurality of perforations. Agitation by the plates breaks the mixture into small, evenly dispersed droplets and a solvent is introduced into the container to extract the desirable compound and thus separate it from the undesirable compounds. | 09-18-2014 |
Charles J. Bardo, Keller, TX US
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20100109171 | TOWER/FRAME STRUCTURE AND COMPONENTS FOR SAME - A tower/frame structure of interconnected columns and beams (which may be used in a cooling tower) and novel columns, beams, connection mechanisms and other components are provided. In one embodiment, a column and a beam are constructed of pultruded composite fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials. The beam includes two sidewall extensions or flanges (each having one or more attachment apertures) at one end and which are integral with the beam for connection to the column (having one or more corresponding attachment apertures). The dimension/spacing between the inner walls of the two flanges substantially equals or is slightly larger than the outer dimension of the column. The attachment holes are aligned and a fastener is inserted through the extensions and column for attaching the column and beam. The C-shaped end of the beam substantially conforms to the cross-sectional shape and dimensions of the column. Additional plastic components, such as a firewall and toe/trim member, for use in a cooling tower are also provided. | 05-06-2010 |
20120032360 | TOWER/FRAME STRUCTURE AND COMPONENTS FOR SAME - A tower/frame structure of interconnected columns and beams (which may be used in a cooling tower) and novel columns, beams, connection mechanisms and other components are provided. In one embodiment, a column and a beam are constructed of pultruded composite fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials. The beam includes two sidewall extensions or flanges (each having one or more attachment apertures) at one end and which are integral with the beam for connection to the column (having one or more corresponding attachment apertures). The dimension/spacing between the inner walls of the two flanges substantially equals or is slightly larger than the outer dimension of the column. The attachment holes are aligned and a fastener is inserted through the extensions and column for attaching the column and beam. The C-shaped end of the beam substantially conforms to the cross-sectional shape and dimensions of the column. Additional plastic components, such as a firewall and toe/trim member, for use in a cooling tower are also provided. | 02-09-2012 |
Charles J. Bonsavage, Ramona, CA US
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20120153739 | RANGE ADAPTATION MECHANISM FOR WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER - In accordance with various aspects of the disclosure, a method and apparatus is disclosed that includes features of a switching mechanism coupled to a wireless power transmitting device, wherein the switching mechanism is configured to selectively control operation of a transmitting coil in the wireless power transmitting device. | 06-21-2012 |
20160043572 | RANGE ADAPTATION MECHANISM FOR WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER - In accordance with various aspects of the disclosure, a method and apparatus is disclosed that includes features of a switching mechanism coupled to a wireless power transmitting device, wherein the switching mechanism is configured to selectively control operation of a transmitting coil in the wireless power transmitting device. | 02-11-2016 |
Charles J. Burout, Bedford, NH US
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20080266783 | Docking station for portable media player or storage device - A docking station is provided which includes a housing having a receptacle bay and an electrical connector disposed within the receptacle bay. The receptacle bay of the docking station may be configured to receive a plurality of types and/or sizes of portable media players or storage devices therein. The electrical connector may be configured to transmit digital signals from and/or to the portable media player or storage device. The docking station may also include a height adjustment mechanism for adjusting the height of the electrical connector relative to the receptacle bay. A user interface may be provided for controlling the digital signals. Additionally, the docking station may also include an audio output port, a video output port, a USB port, or a combination thereof. Furthermore, the docking station may also include a speaker assembly and/or a video assembly to receive digital signals from the portable media player or storage device. | 10-30-2008 |
20100071170 | FASTENING ASSEMBLY FABRICATED FROM A SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL AND RELATED METHOD - A fastening assembly that has an item made of, or includes, a sustainable material; and a related method for manufacturing the fastening assembly, which has at least one portion. The method includes providing a sustainable material, and forming the at least one portion of the fastening assembly from the sustainable material. | 03-25-2010 |
Charles J. Burout, Iii, Bedford, NH US
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20090114558 | Low melt plastic fastner - A low-melt plastic fastener. According to one embodiment, the low-melt plastic fastener is shaped to include a flexible filament having a first cross-bar at a first end, and a second cross-bar at a second end. The filament, the first cross-bar, and the second cross-bar may be formed from the same material and may be molded as a unitary structure. Preferably, the fastener is molded as part of a length of continuously connected ladder stock. The plastic fastener is preferably made from a formulation consisting of about 60-99%, by weight, of a low-melt polyurethane and 1-40%, by weight, of a styrene acrylonitrile. The formulation is selected so that the filament melts when heated for about 10 minutes at 130-180° C. | 05-07-2009 |
20100175227 | FASTENING ASSEMBLY FABRICATED FROM A WATER-SOLUBLE MATERIAL AND RELATED METHODS - A fastening assembly that has an item made of, or that includes, a water-soluble material; and related methods for manufacturing, or dissolving or weakening, the fastening assembly, which has at least one water-soluble portion that includes the water-soluble material. | 07-15-2010 |
20100223763 | Cable tie - A two-piece cable tie for bundling a plurality of objects, such as cables or wires, includes a front portion that is insert-molded onto a connective segment of a flexible strap, the front portion being constructed out of a higher tensile strength plastic than the strap to maximize the load rating of the tie without significantly increasing material costs. In one embodiment, the connective segment of the strap is shaped to include a pair of opposing semi-circular cutouts in its side rails to enhance the strength of mechanical bonding achieved by the front portion around the strap. In addition, the connective segment is shaped to include a circular hole that is offset longitudinally from the opposing cutouts, the diameter of the circular opening not exceeding 40% of the maximum width of the strap to ensure the integrity and strength of the strap along the entirety of its length. | 09-09-2010 |
Charles J. Burstone, Farmington, CT US
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20100193979 | Advanced Thermoplastics for Orthodontics - An orthodontic archwire comprising a thermoplastic polymer. In some embodiments the thermoplastic polymer is a rigid backbone polymer including at least one of a compatibilizing side group or a solubilizing side group. The thermoplastic polymer may be heat processed to form the orthodontic archwire. | 08-05-2010 |
Charles J. Ceccarelli, Iii, Mountain Home, ID US
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20090250890 | Dolly Assembly - A dolly assembly for use in towing a disabled vehicle, preferably including a main tube with a dolly wheel mounted at each end, and a method of using same. In one preferred embodiment, the main tube is capable of selective expansion or contraction along its longitudinal axis, to facilitate adjustment and placement of dolly axle assemblies connecting opposed, generally parallel dolly assemblies. Force leveraging mechanisms may be used to aid the selective expansion or contraction of the main tube, such as ratchet or rack and pinion mechanisms. In an alternative embodiment, and for ease in transport, the dolly assembly may be pivotably collapsed along its main tube about either a vertical or horizontal axis. | 10-08-2009 |
Charles J. Churukian, Rochester, NY US
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20110229879 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR NUCLEAR STAINING - The present invention relates to compositions, methods, and kits suitable for detecting nucleic acids in a biological sample. The nuclear staining composition of the present invention contains a pH buffering reagent, a solubilizing reagent, a basic dye, and an aqueous medium. The composition can be used alone to detect nucleic acids in a biological sample or in combination with other histological dyes for nuclear counterstaining. | 09-22-2011 |
Charles J. Claunch, Payson, UT US
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20110052803 | Method of Forming Metal Deposits on Ultrahard Materials - A method of forming a metal deposit on an ultra-hard material. In an embodiment, the method includes providing a plurality of ultra-hard particles, mixing the ultra-hard particles in a solution with a metal salt, drying the solution to create a mixture of metal salt particles adhered to surfaces of the ultra-hard particles, heating the mixture to convert the metal salt particles into metal deposits on the surfaces of the ultra-hard particles, and HTHP sintering the mixture of ultra-hard particles with the metal deposits to form a polycrystalline ultra-hard material. | 03-03-2011 |
Charles J. Coplen, Bellevue, WA US
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20090112842 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR WEB-BASED RESEARCH - A method and apparatus for facilitating web-based research among a community of users. Templates created by at least one user within the community may be modified by another user to facilitate further research on a item, such as a product and/or service, associated with the template. The modified template may be populated with data collected from at least one website and organized in such a manner so as to facilitate making a decision about the item. | 04-30-2009 |
Charles J. Coronelia, Reno, NV US
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20100099930 | Continuous Process for Converting Natural Gas to Liquid Hydrocarbons - A method comprising: providing an alkyl halide stream; contacting at least some of the alkyl halides with a coupling catalyst to form a product stream comprising higher hydrocarbons and hydrogen halide; contacting the product stream with a solid reactant to remove at least a portion of the hydrogen halide from the product stream; and reacting the solid reactant with a source of oxygen to generate a corresponding halogen. | 04-22-2010 |
Charles J. Coronella, Reno, NV US
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20100043445 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ENERGY PRODUCTION FROM SLUDGE - The present disclosure provides, among other things, a system and process for drying a biosolid or sludge, such as wastewater sludge. The system and method include a fluidized bed dryer in which the sludge is dried. The fluidized bed includes bed media. In particular examples, the bed media is different than the sludge. The system and method can include additional features, such treating the sludge using a thermochemical process in a thermochemical reactor, such as a gasifier, to produce a fuel. The fuel is then combusted to produce energy and heat. The heat is recycled to the drier to help dry sludge. In particular examples, sludge input to the dryer is not first treated using a high-pressure dewatering technique. In some embodiments, the system and method include an anaerobic digester coupled to a combustion unit coupled to the dryer. | 02-25-2010 |
20120110896 | METHOD FOR WET TORREFACTION OF A BIOMASS - A process for increasing the energy density of a biomass, which includes establishing a temperature and pressure within a reaction chamber that includes water and is at or above a desired reaction condition wherein the desired reaction condition is sufficient to increase the energy density of a reacted biomass; introducing a biomass into the reaction chamber such that the desired reaction condition is maintained or equilibrates thereto; and subjecting the biomass to the desired reaction condition for an amount of time effective to increase the energy density of the reacted biomass relative to the biomass prior to reaction. | 05-10-2012 |
20130078157 | CONTINUOUS PROCESS FOR CONVERTING NATURAL GAS TO LIQUID HYDROCARBONS - A method comprising: providing an alkyl halide stream; contacting at least some of the alkyl halides with a coupling catalyst to form a product stream comprising higher hydrocarbons and hydrogen halide; contacting the product stream with a solid reactant to remove at least a portion of the hydrogen halide from the product stream; and reacting the solid reactant with a source of oxygen to generate a corresponding halogen. | 03-28-2013 |
Charles J. Devane, Upton, MA US
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20090077353 | PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE TYPE SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC CONVERSIONS - A programming language type system includes, in a memory, a set of numeric type including integer types, fixed-point types and floating-point types, a set of type propagation rules to automatically determine result types of any combination of integer types, fixed-point types and floating-point types, constant annotations to explicitly specify a result type of a literal constant, context-sensitive constants whose type is determined from a context of a constant according to the set of type propagation rules, an assignment operator to explicitly specify a type of a value or computation, and operator annotations to explicitly specify a result type of a computation. | 03-19-2009 |
Charles J. Digmann, Dubuque, IA US
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20090126130 | WEATHER SHIELD FOR UNDERNEATH A DOCK LEVELER WITH A TRANSLATING LIP - A dock leveler with a vertically adjustable deck and horizontally translating lip includes a weather shield that helps shelter a pit area underneath the lip and the deck. The dock leveler and shield system is particularly suited for serving trucks that include a rear liftgate. An upper edge of the weather shield seals against and moves with the lip of the dock leveler, and a lower edge of the shield can be attached to a lower dividing panel. The lower dividing panel (sometimes known as an ISO panel) isolates the deck of the dock leveler from a liftgate-receiving receptacle within the pit area. The weather shield accommodates the lip's horizontal movement and the deck's vertical movement. The shield is such that it further accommodates a vertically moving door panel that can close in front of both the deck and the lip. | 05-21-2009 |
20090165224 | SEAL FOR A DOCK LEVELER LIP HINGE - A dock leveler comprising a vehicle-engaging lip pivotally coupled to the vertically adjustable front edge of a deck includes a seal or series of seal segments that close one or more air gaps that exist in the area where the lip is hinged to the deck. Such gaps are particularly large when the lip hinge comprises a hinge pin that couples a series of lugs extending from underneath the deck to a series of lugs extending from the lip, wherein the lugs are spaced apart along the length of the hinge pin. The seal or seal segments could be above the deck, below the deck, or interposed between the adjoining edges of the deck and the lip. In some cases, the seal is provided by an air curtain or by a tube that is inflatable or hermetically sealed. | 07-02-2009 |
20090293371 | HEAD CURTAINS FOR DOCK SHELTERS OR DOCK SEALS - Head curtains for dock shelters or dock seals are disclosed. An example head curtain assembly for a vehicle loading dock includes a retractable curtain stiffened by a resiliently compressible foam panel that is more flexible about a horizontal axis than about a vertical axis. The difference in directional flexibility can be created by sewing the foam panel to a pliable cover using a series of parallel horizontal thread lines. The thread lines create in the foam a series of compressed indentations that run horizontally across the curtain so that the curtain tends to bend more easily along those lines. The relative stiffness in the horizontal direction enables the curtain to exert an appreciable sealing force against two lateral dock seal members, and the vertical flexibility makes the curtain easy to retract to accommodate vehicles of various heights. Touch-and-hold fasteners make many of the individual components of the head curtain readily replaceable. | 12-03-2009 |
20090293382 | SIDE SEAL MEMBERS FOR A DOCK SEAL - Side seal member for a loading dock seal are disclosed. An example truck loading dock seal comprising a resiliently compressible side pad supported by a relatively rigid backer and encased within a pliable cover includes at least one flexible lip protruding from the cover to seal a gap that might exist between the backer and the wall to which the backer is mounted. In some cases, the lip is part of the cover and is located where a rear vertical edge of the side pad meets the wall. The flexibility of the lip enables the lip to sealingly conform to a wall having an irregular surface. For additional sealing, a back sheet of the pliable cover includes a touch-and-hold fastener and/or overlapping layers of material that can provide a compressible seal between the wall and the backer. | 12-03-2009 |
20100251639 | FLEXIBLE STRUCTURES FOR USE WITH DOCK SEALS AND SHELTERS - Flexible structures for use with dock seals and shelters are disclosed. An example flexible structure includes an elongate flexible panel assembly having first and second longitudinal edges and at least one flexible thin-walled member having a length along a longitudinal axis of the elongate flexible panel assembly. The at least one flexible thin-walled member is configured to have a cross-sectional geometry that provides sufficient rigidity to enable the elongate flexible panel assembly to be cantilevered from a surface via the first longitudinal edge without substantial deformation of the cross-sectional geometry of the at least one flexible thin-walled member along the length of the at least one flexible thin-walled member. | 10-07-2010 |
20120000150 | SIDE SEAL MEMBERS FOR A DOCK SEAL - Side seal member for a loading dock seal are disclosed. An example dock seal includes a backer to couple the dock seal to a wall and a resiliently compressible member supported by the backer. A pliable cover encases the compressible member. The pliable cover has a first end overlapping a second end to define a separable joint that is to be disposed between the backer and the wall when the dock seal is coupled to the wall. | 01-05-2012 |
20120227192 | SEAL FOR DOCK LEVELER LIP HINGE - A dock leveler comprising a vehicle-engaging lip pivotally coupled to the vertically adjustable front edge of a deck includes a seal or series of seal segments that close one or more air gaps that exist in the area where the lip is hinged to the deck. Such gaps are particularly large when the lip hinge comprises a hinge pin that couples a series of lugs extending from underneath the deck to a series of lugs extending from the lip, wherein the lugs are spaced apart along the length of the hinge pin. The seal or seal segments could be above the deck, below the deck, or interposed between the adjoining edges of the deck and the lip. In some cases, the seal is provided by an air curtain or by a tube that is inflatable or hermetically sealed. | 09-13-2012 |
20130031853 | FLEXIBLE STRUCTURES FOR USE WITH DOCK SEALS AND SHELTERS - Flexible structures for use with dock seals and shelters are disclosed. An example flexible structure includes a rigid backer to couple a flexible panel assembly to a loading dock wall and a flexible, self-supporting sheet-shaped member having sufficient rigidity to enable the flexible sheet-shaped member to be cantilevered from a surface of a building without substantial sagging. The sheet-shaped member has an inner surface and an outer surface defining a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge where the first and second longitudinal edges couple to the rigid backer. The inner surface defines an empty cavity when the sheet-shaped member is coupled to the rigid backer. | 02-07-2013 |
Charles J. Dubois, Jr., Wilmington, DE US
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20090008609 | Derivatized 3,4-Alkylenedioxythiophene Monomers, Methods of Making Them, and Use Thereof - The present invention relates to methods of making derivatized 3,4-alkylenedioxythiophene monomers and methods of using the 3,4-alkylenedioxythiophene monomers. | 01-08-2009 |
Charles J. Ducastel, Jr., Columbus, IN US
Charles J. Famulari, Coldspring, TX US
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20120178547 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING MULTIPLE GOLF CLUBS - Described herein is an improved system and method for maintaining multiple golf clubs. A golf club holder can comprise a body, a clip that connects to a back portion of the body, and a support, wherein support extrudes from a front bottom portion of the body which is magnetized. In another embodiment, the golf club holder can comprise of a solid unit, wherein the support and clip extrudes from the body. In another embodiment, the golf club holder can comprise of a flexible containment material, wherein the body can fold around the golf club and a fastener that connects the bottom of the containment material to the top of the containment material. | 07-12-2012 |
Charles J. Fiterman, Mukilteo, WA US
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20080283663 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING AIRFLOW IN AN AEROSPACE VEHICLE - Systems and methods for providing airflow in an aerospace vehicle are disclosed. A system in accordance with one embodiment includes an aerospace vehicle having an interior volume with a first portion and a second portion. The system can further include an external air supply device positioned to provide supply air to the interior volume at a variable supply flow rate and a recirculation fan configured to move air positioned within the interior volume between the first portion of the interior volume and the second portion of the interior volume. The system can still further include a controller operably coupled to the recirculation fan and configured to vary a rotation speed of the recirculation fan. Variations in the rotation speed of the recirculation fan can be associated with variations in a recirculation flow rate. In selected embodiments, the system can include sensors and/or data link devices operably coupled to the controller. | 11-20-2008 |
Charles J. Giglia, Ozone Park, NY US
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20100017319 | Financing Information Processing System and Method - A method and system which uses a communication network to facilitate financing-related activities is provided. A list of financing functions is provided to a user terminal across the communication network. The list of financing functions corresponds to those functions available to a user of the user terminal. The financing functions include at least one of a status function, a report generation function and a financing program function. A financing function request is received from the user terminal. The financing function request corresponds to a selected one of the financing functions provided to the user terminal. A database is accessed to retrieve data corresponding to the received financing function request. The retrieved data is arranged into a predetermined format and transmitted across the | 01-21-2010 |
Charles J. Goodis, Albuquerque, NM US
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20110129793 | Endodontic Files and Obturator Devices and Methods of Manufacturing Same - An endodontic file, or a series of endodontic files, and an endodontic obturator or series of obturators, and methods of manufacturing same. Regarding the endodontic files, they may include a file body extending from a tip region to a shank region, at least one helical flute extending from the tip region towards the shank region. Each helical flute may have an up-sharp cutting edge without a land. For one such set of endodontic files, there is included at least a first and a second file, each one of the files having a tip and a shank, the first file having a tip size that is substantially the same as a tip size of the second file, wherein the first file has a different taper configuration relative to the taper configuration of the second file. The taper configurations of each one of the first and second files include at least two different rates of taper, the taper configurations of each one of the first and second files arranged such that at least one rate of taper closer to the shank of the file is smaller than at least one rate of taper closer to a tip of the file. | 06-02-2011 |
20130056908 | Methods and Apparatuses for Manufacturing Endodontic Obturation Devices Used in Filling Root Canals - A method of manufacturing an endodontic obturation device used in filling root canals includes injecting an endodontic filler material into a mold having a single cavity or a plurality of spaced apart cavities to apply the endodontic filler material to a filler carrier. After the endodontic filler material has set, the endodontic obturation device having the endodontic filler material adhered to the filler carrier is then removed from the mold. | 03-07-2013 |
Charles J. Gruszka, Chalfont, PA US
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20120107625 | COMPOSITION AND PROCESS FOR THE GENERATION OF A CLEAR OR TRANSLUCENT EMISSIVE COATING - The invention relates to a composition for applying a clear or translucent and colorless or nearly colorless emissive coating especially for cool roofing on a metallic surface comprising in a dispersion a) 50 to 300 g/L of at least one of clear or translucent organic polymeric substances of a binder, and b) 30 to 300 g/L of sheet silicate pigments having a TE value for the thermal emissivity of at least 0.40, having a particle size distribution of which d | 05-03-2012 |
Charles J. Hagemeier, Laguna Beach, CA US
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20110054441 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND COMPOSITIONS FOR INTRAVITREAL INJECTION - Methods of treating disorders of the eye are disclosed. One or more substances are injected into the vitreous humor of the eye using a syringe. A needle of the syringe is inserted into the eye such that the tip of the needle is positioned inferior to the visual axis. The needle of the syringe is inserted into the eye at an injection point that is located from 3 mm to 5 mm posterior to the limbus of the eye. The tip of the needle is positioned at a depth from 1 mm to 10 mm from the retina of the eye at the injection point. | 03-03-2011 |
20110245799 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DELIVERY OF SUSPENSIONS AND OTHER MICROPARTICLE COMPOSITIONS - Disclosed herein are systems and methods useful for delivery of suspensions and other microparticle compositions, and, in particular, for delivering microparticles at desired dosing levels and eliminating blockages within microparticle suspensions positioned within a delivery device. | 10-06-2011 |
Charles J. Hodge, Jr., Jamesville, NY US
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20100034605 | Apparatus and method thereof for drilling holes in discrete controlled increments - An apparatus and method for forming a hole in material for non-medical and medical purposes such as a cranial burr hole for ventriculostomy and brain biopsy procedures. The apparatus includes a main unit upon which a drill unit is located. The drill unit includes a drill bit and an on/off switching means. The main unit includes a handle which is suitable for grasping, and an advancing mechanism including a release/engage mechanism, and an advancing lever and an optional on/off switch. The drill unit is advanced a predetermined distance relative to the main unit each time an advancing lever is pulled. In use, the apparatus is placed in a desired position upon the material to be drilled such a patient's skull and is stabilized by a stabilization platform, the apparatus is then turned on, and the advancing lever is pulled to advance the drill unit a predetermined distance relative to a longitudinal axis of the main unit with each pull of the advancing lever. The procedure is ended when the desired depth of penetration has been reached, or the material such as in the case of skull bone, has been completely penetrated. | 02-11-2010 |
Charles J. Holada, Lagrange Park, IL US
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20110178327 | CONTINUOUS PRODUCTION OF DMAEA QUATERNARY SALTS - The invention provides a method of continuously producing high quality quaternized N,N-dialkylaminoethyl (meth)acrylates (DMAEA.MCQ) that has a long shelf life and which is stable in water. The method involves placing starting materials into a continuously stirred tank reactor in the presence of less than 6% water. This low amount of water causes two liquid phases to form and prevents unwanted side reactions. The denser liquid phase contains DMAEA.MCQ and the lighter phase contains the starting materials. Liquid from the denser phase is removed from a position where little of the lighter phase has been mixed in. The removed liquid then has any last traces of the starting materials reacted into DMAEA.MCQ and strips away any starting materials with a gas flow. The resulting liquid is high purity DMAEA.MCQ. Water can then safely be added to ease in the transport and use of the produced DMAEA.MCQ. | 07-21-2011 |
Charles J. Homcy, San Francisco, CA US
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20090012115 | USE OF TP MODULATORS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS IN ASPIRIN SENSITIVE AND OTHER POPULATIONS - The present invention provides methods and compositions useful in the treatment or prevention of cardiovascular disorders in individuals for whom therapy with a COX-1 enzyme inhibitor is not feasible due to sensitivity, intolerance, or resistance to the inhibitor. Additionally, the invention provides methods of treating cardiovascular disorders in an individual who is receiving a therapeutically effective dose of a TP modulator and is instructed or advised to avoid and/or not to take aspirin or another COX-1 inhibitor. | 01-08-2009 |
Charles J. Hornaday, Arlington Heights, IL US
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20080264546 | CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GABION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive gabion/geocomposite articles, and their methods of manufacture, for controlling contaminants in soil, sediment or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The articles and methods described herein utilize gabions, which are box shaped cages or grids (see FIG. | 10-30-2008 |
20090208290 | CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GEOCOMPOSITE MAT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive geocomposite mats, and their method of manufacture, for treating contaminants in sediment, soil or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The geocomposite mat includes a pre-formed woven or non-woven geotextile, that is needlepunched to an outer geotextile sheet layer to provide a high loft, structurally secured, pre-formed geotextile having a thickness of about 6 mm to about 200 mm, and having, a porosity sufficient to receive a powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material, contaminant-sorptive material, or a contaminant-neutralizing material (hereinafter collectively referred to as “contaminant-reactant material” or “contaminant-reactive material”) throughout its thickness, or in any portion of the thickness across its entire major surface(s). The powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material is disposed within the pores of the previously formed, high loft geotextile mat to surround the fibers, e.g., by vacuum or vibrating the high loft mat while in contact with the contaminant-reactive material to allow the powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material to flow by gravity into the pores of the previously formed, needlepunched geotextile. A liquid-permeable outer geotextile sheet then is secured to the filled geotextile, preferably by heating upwardly extending fibers of the pre-formed geotextile mat to prevent the powdered or granular material from escaping from the geotextile during transportation and installation. | 08-20-2009 |
20100111611 | CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GABION CAGE OR GRID STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive gabion cage or grid structures, and their methods of manufacture, for controlling contaminants in soil, sediment or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The articles and methods described herein utilize gabions cages or grids, which are box shaped cages or grids (see FIG. | 05-06-2010 |
20120121334 | SUB-AQUEOUS PLACEMENT OF WATER-BASED SUSPENSIONS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - A suspension having a specific gravity greater than 1.0 that contains one or more reactive materials, said suspension containing a biopolymer that decomposes over time, thereby releasing the contaminant reactant for contact with the contaminants in the waterway bottom sediment or waterway floor material. In one embodiment, the suspension includes a water-buoyant material, that can be placed underwater over a sub-aqueous waterway bottom or floor that contains a contaminant to be treated or confined and remains in place for treatment and/or confinement. After the suspension is placed, it may be stabilized against movement by applying a confining or weighting layer, such as sand or a water-permeable or water-impermeable geotextile, thereover. | 05-17-2012 |
Charles J. Ingalz, San Jose, CA US
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20100052154 | SURFACE SMOOTHENED ULTRAHIGH CONDUCTIVITY COMPOSITE LID FOR IMPROVED MARKING PERMANENCY OF SEMICONDUCTOR PACKAGED DEVICES - A semiconductor-lid structure and method of forming a semiconductor-lid structure includes a semiconductor die, an ultrahigh thermal conductivity lid disposed on the semiconductor die, and a thermal interface layer between said semiconductor die and said ultrahigh thermal conductivity lid. The ultrahigh thermal conductivity lid includes a coupon having at least one uneven surface, a first layer on said at least one uneven surface formed from a process comprising one of sputter coating a highly adhesive metal over said uneven surface and sputtering a metallic seed layer, and a second layer on said first layer formed from a process comprising one of sputtering a metallic diffusion barrier layer over said first layer and electroplating the metallic seed layer with a highly conductive metal. The ultrahigh thermal conductivity lid has a smooth outer surface formed by chemical and/or mechanical processing of the ultrahigh thermal conductivity lid after formation of the second layer. | 03-04-2010 |
Charles J. Kilmain, Forth Worth, TX US
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20110015034 | MULTI-RATIO ROTORCRAFT DRIVE SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF CHANGING GEAR RATIOS THEREOF - A multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system and a method of changing gear ratios thereof are disclosed. According to one embodiment, the multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system comprises a rotor system comprising one or more rotors and one or more engines. Each engine of the one or more engines is coupled to the rotor system through a multi-ratio transmission. The multi-ratio transmission comprises an output shaft coupled to the rotor system, an input shaft coupled to a respective engine of the one or more engines, a high speed clutch integrated into a high speed gear train, and a low speed clutch integrated into a low speed gear train. The high speed clutch and the low speed clutch are freewheeling clutches without a friction plate and are capable of disconnecting the output shaft and the input shaft in an overrunning condition when the output shaft spins faster than the input shaft. The multi-ratio transmission shifts between the high speed gear train and the low speed gear train by engaging or disengaging the high speed clutch and modulating speed of the coupled engine. | 01-20-2011 |
20120208670 | MULTI-RATIO ROTORCRAFT DRIVE SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF CHANGING GEAR RATIOS THEREOF - A multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system and a method of changing gear ratios thereof are disclosed. According to one embodiment, the multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system comprises a rotor system comprising one or more rotors and one or more engines. Each engine of the one or more engines is coupled to the rotor system through a multi-ratio transmission. The multi-ratio transmission comprises an output shaft coupled to the rotor system, an input shaft coupled to a respective engine of the one or more engines, a high speed clutch integrated into a high speed gear train, and a low speed clutch integrated into a low speed gear train. The high speed clutch and the low speed clutch are freewheeling clutches without a friction plate and are capable of disconnecting the output shaft and the input shaft in an overrunning condition when the output shaft spins faster than the input shaft. | 08-16-2012 |
20120208673 | MULTI-RATIO ROTORCRAFT DRIVE SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF CHANGING GEAR RATIOS THEREOF - A multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system and a method of changing gear ratios thereof are disclosed. According to one embodiment, the multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system comprises a rotor system comprising one or more rotors and one or more engines. Each engine of the one or more engines is coupled to the rotor system through a multi-ratio transmission. The multi-ratio transmission comprises an output shaft coupled to the rotor system, an input shaft coupled to a respective engine of the one or more engines, a high speed clutch integrated into a high speed gear train, and a low speed clutch integrated into a low speed gear train. The high speed clutch and the low speed clutch are freewheeling clutches without a friction plate and are capable of disconnecting the output shaft and the input shaft in an overrunning condition when the output shaft spins faster than the input shaft. | 08-16-2012 |
20120214642 | MULTI-RATIO ROTORCRAFT DRIVE SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF CHANGING GEAR RATIOS THEREOF - A multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system and a method of changing gear ratios thereof are disclosed. According to one embodiment, the multi-ratio rotorcraft drive system comprises a rotor system comprising one or more rotors and one or more engines. Each engine of the one or more engines is coupled to the rotor system through a multi-ratio transmission. The multi-ratio transmission comprises an output shaft coupled to the rotor system, an input shaft coupled to a respective engine of the one or more engines, a high speed clutch integrated into a high speed gear train, and a low speed clutch integrated into a low speed gear train. The high speed clutch and the low speed clutch are freewheeling clutches without a friction plate and are capable of disconnecting the output shaft and the input shaft in an overrunning condition when the output shaft spins faster than the input shaft. | 08-23-2012 |
Charles J. Kilmain, Fort Worth, TX US
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20100314492 | Multiple Drive-Path Transmission with Torque-Splitting Differential Mechanism - A transmission for a rotary-wing aircraft has a differential torque-splitting mechanism associated with an input shaft. The differential has a drive disk coaxial with the shaft and integral in rotation with the shaft, a first driven member coaxial with the shaft and generally adjacent the drive disk, and a second driven member coaxial with the shaft and generally adjacent the drive disk. At least one pin engages each of the drive disk, the first driven member, and the second driven member. The first driven member is configured to drive a first transfer gear, and the second driven member is configured to drive a second transfer gear for supplying torque to a bull gear associated with a rotor mast. | 12-16-2010 |
20110030503 | TRANSMISSION HOUSING ASSEMBLY HAVING IMPROVED BEARING LINER - A housing assembly for use in a rotorcraft includes a housing having an opening, a bearing configured to radially and/or axially support a shaft that is adapted to rotate, the bearing disposed within the opening of the housing, and a liner arranged between the housing and the bearing. The liner is made of a material selected from the group consisting of ceramic material, ceramic coated material, ceramic and metallic hybrid material, lightweight metallic material, lightweight metallic alloy material and lightweight metallic coated material. | 02-10-2011 |
20120180597 | Multiple Drive-Path Transmission with Torque-Splitting Differential Mechanism - A transmission for a rotary-wing aircraft has a differential torque-splitting mechanism associated with an input shaft. The differential has a drive disk coaxial with the shaft and integral in rotation with the shaft, a first driven member coaxial with the shaft and generally adjacent the drive disk, and a second driven member coaxial with the shaft and generally adjacent the drive disk. At least one pin engages each of the drive disk, the first driven member, and the second driven member. The first driven member is configured to drive a first transfer gear, and the second driven member is configured to drive a second transfer gear for supplying torque to a bull gear associated with a rotor mast. | 07-19-2012 |
20130032286 | Method of Making a Composite Article Having an Internal Passageway - In one particular embodiment, a method for making a fiber-reinforced, composite article having an internal passageway includes providing a layup tool, fiber placing a base layup onto the layup tool, and generating a groove in the base layup. The method further includes placing a mandrel in the groove, fiber placing a top layup onto the base layup and the mandrel, curing the base layup and the top layup, and removing the mandrel from the base layup and the top layup. In another particular embodiment, the mandrel is replaced with a non-removable tube. | 02-07-2013 |
20140191079 | Disconnecting a Rotor - According to one embodiment, a clutch may be coupled between a rotor system and a power train of a rotorcraft. The clutch may be operable to disengage the rotor system from the power train during operation of the power train. A clutch control system in communication with the clutch and include a rotorcraft condition sensor operable to sense an operating condition of the rotorcraft and a control unit operable to prevent the clutch from disengaging the rotor system from the power train if the operating condition of the rotorcraft fails to satisfy a predetermined criterion. | 07-10-2014 |
20150328874 | METHOD OF MAKING A COMPOSITE ARTICLE HAVING AN INTERNAL PASSAGEWAY - In one particular embodiment, a method for making a fiber-reinforced, composite article having an internal passageway includes providing a layup tool, fiber placing a base layup onto the layup tool, and generating a groove in the base layup. The method further includes placing a mandrel in the groove, fiber placing a top layup onto the base layup and the mandrel, curing the base layup and the top layup, and removing the mandrel from the base layup and the top layup. In another particular embodiment, the mandrel is replaced with a non-removable tube. | 11-19-2015 |
Charles J. Koehler, Iii, Milwaukee, WI US
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20090115434 | Sample Cell for Hand-Held Impedance Spectroscopy Device - Disclosed herein is a sample cell for use in conjunction with an impedance spectroscopy analysis device having two electrodes extending therefrom. The sample cell is attachable to and detachable from the analysis device and includes a housing having an input port for receiving a fluid sample to be tested. The sample cell also includes two spaced apart parallel plates within the housing and in contact with the fluid sample, wherein when the sample cell is attached to the analysis device, each of the two electrodes contacts a respective one of the plates such that an excitation signal can be provided from the analysis device via the electrodes and the plates to excite the fluid sample, and a response signal indicative of the fluid sample can be communicated via the plates and the electrodes to the analysis device. | 05-07-2009 |
20090115436 | Methods for Determining Fluid Properties - Disclosed herein is a method for determining two or more properties of a blended biofuel fluid sample, the method comprising measuring a complex impedance of the sample at each of a plurality of frequencies to produce a sample data set, determining a biofuel blend percentage of the sample using the sample data set; and determining at least one additional property of the sample based upon the determined biofuel blend percentage. In another aspect, a biofuel blend percentage of the sample can be determined using an algorithm developed using a data gathering and data mining technique relating measured impedance spectroscopy data from a plurality of samples to biofuel blend percentage values determined using a standard analytical measuring method for biofuel blend percentages. | 05-07-2009 |
20100291494 | FLAME ROD ANALYSIS SYSTEM - A flame rod analysis system, methods for determining a condition of a flame and a flame rod, and circuits for determining a condition of a flame and a flame rod. The flame rod analysis system comprises energy storage connectable to a flame rod, a pulsed source connected to the energy storage and providing a voltage pulse or a current pulse, and a buffer to allow a processor to measure a buffered voltage at various time points. Flame rod analysis systems can distinguish between various flame conditions (no flame, low flame, etc.) while simultaneously characterizing the condition of the flame rod (shorted to ground, contaminated, etc.). Some flame rod analysis systems can directly measure the resistance of the flame rod. | 11-18-2010 |
Charles J. Kuehmann, Deerfield, IL US
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20100258217 | Nanocarbide Precipitation Strengthened Ultrahigh-Strength, Corrosion Resistant, Structural Steels - A nanocarbide precipitation strengthened ultrahigh-strength, corrosion resistant, structural steel possesses a combination of strength and corrosion resistance comprising in combination, by weight, about: 0.1 to 0.3% carbon (C), 8 to 17% cobalt (Co), 0 to 10% nickel (Ni), 6 to 12% chromium (Cr), less than 1% silicon (Si), less than 0.5% manganese (Mn), and less than 0.15% copper (Cu), with additives selected from the group comprising about: less than 3% molybdenum (Mo), less than 0.3% niobium (Nb), less than 0.8% vanadium (V), less than 0.2% tantalum (Ta), less than 3% tungsten (W), and combinations thereof, with additional additives selected from the group comprising about: less than 0.2% titanium (Ti), less than 0.2% lanthanum (La) or other rare earth elements, less than 0.15% zirconium (Zr), less than 0.005% boron (B), and combinations thereof, impurities of less than about: 0.02% sulfur (S), 0.012% phosphorus (P), 0.015% oxygen (O) and 0.015% nitrogen (N), the remainder substantially iron (Fe), incidental elements and other impurities. The alloy is strengthened by nanometer scale M | 10-14-2010 |
Charles J. Lemont, Jr., Commerce Township, MI US
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20090204343 | TEST PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING STEERING RACK RATTLE - A method of determining steering rack rattle propensity of a rack and pinion steering assembly may comprise: simultaneously recording audio, and measuring acceleration of a rack, and right and left side tie-rod end loads; identifying rack rattle events from the audio recording; determining common characteristics of the measured rack acceleration and tie-rod end loads during the identified rack rattle events; creating a rack rattle index level; applying a predetermined force profile to a test rack and pinion steering assembly; measuring a test acceleration on the test rack and pinion steering assembly; calculating a test RMS level in a test frequency range using a test time constant; determining a rack rattle index value from the calculated test RMS level; and comparing the rack rattle index value to the rack rattle index level. | 08-13-2009 |
Charles J. Link, Jr., Clive, IA US
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20110086067 | ANTITUMOR VACCINATION USING ALLOGENEIC TUMOR CELLS EXPRESSING ALPHA (1,3)-GALACTOSYLTRANSFERASE - The invention relates to methods and compositions for causing the selective targeting and killing of tumor cells. Through ex vivo gene therapy protocols tumor cells are engineered to express an α(1,3)galactosyl epitope. The cells are then irradiated or otherwise killed and administered to a patient. The α-galactosyl epitope causes opsonization of the tumor cell enhancing uptake of the opsonized tumor cell by antigen presenting cells which results in enhanced tumor specific antigen presentation. The animal's immune system thus is stimulated to produce tumor specific cytotoxic cells and antibodies which will attack and kill tumor cells present in the animal. | 04-14-2011 |
20110250233 | ANTITUMOR VACCINATION USING ALLOGENEIC TUMOR CELLS EXPRESSING ALPHA (1,3)-GALACTOSYLTRANSFERASE - The invention relates to methods and compositions for causing the selective targeting and killing of tumor cells. Through ex vivo gene therapy protocols tumor cells are engineered to express an α (1,3) galactosyl epitope. The cells are then irradiated or otherwise killed and administered to a patient. The α galactosyl epitope causes opsonization of the tumor cell enhancing uptake of the opsonized tumor cell by antigen presenting cells which results in enhanced tumor specific antigen presentation. The animal's immune system thus is stimulated to produce tumor specific cytotoxic cells and antibodies which will attack and kill tumor cells present in the animal. | 10-13-2011 |
20130149331 | RHAMNOSE AND FORSSMAN CONJUGATED IMMUNOGENIC AGENTS - The present invention provides an immunogenic composition comprising a T-cell antigen in association with a rhamnose monosaccharide and/or Forssman disaccharide, and corresponding methods for inducing immune response. The T-cell antigen may be for example, a tumor vaccine, such as a tumor cell or one or more tumor antigens. The invention takes advantage of the naturally high titers of anti-Rhamnose and/or anti-Forssman disaccharide in humans to target vaccine compositions to antigen presenting cells. | 06-13-2013 |
20140037692 | ANTITUMOR VACCINATION USING ALLOGENEIC TUMOR CELLS EXPRESSING ALPHA (1,3)-GALACTOSYLTRANSFERASE - The invention relates to methods and compositions for causing the selective targeting and killing of tumor cells. Through ex vivo gene therapy protocols tumor cells are engineered to express an α(1,3)galactosyl epitope. The cells are then irradiated or otherwise killed and administered to a patient. The α galactosyl epitope causes opsonization of the tumor cell enhancing uptake of the opsonized tumor cell by antigen presenting cells which results in enhanced tumor specific antigen presentation. The animal's immune system thus is stimulated to produce tumor specific cytotoxic cells and antibodies which will attack and kill tumor cells present in the animal. | 02-06-2014 |
20140072597 | ANTITUMOR VACCINATION USING ALLOGENEIC TUMOR CELLS EXPRESSING ALPHA (1,3)-GALACTOSYLTRANSFERASE - The invention relates to methods and compositions for causing the selective targeting and killing of tumor cells. Through ex vivo gene therapy protocols tumor cells are engineered to express an α(1,3)galactosyl epitope. The cells are then irradiated or otherwise killed and administered to a patient. The α-galactosyl epitope causes opsonization of the tumor cell enhancing uptake of the opsonized tumor cell by antigen presenting cells which results in enhanced tumor specific antigen presentation. The animal's immune system thus is stimulated to produce tumor specific cytotoxic cells and antibodies which will attack and kill tumor cells present in the animal. | 03-13-2014 |
Charles J. Lord, Iii, Bartlesville, OK US
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20110203993 | TREATMENT STAGES FOR SELENIUM REMOVAL - Methods and apparatus relate to treating fluid to at least reduce selenium content within the fluid. The treating includes conditioning stages to alter a composition of the fluid prior to removal of the selenium content from the fluid. The composition of the fluid after the conditioning stages facilitates the removal of the selenium content or at least limits detrimental impact to selenium removal efficiency. | 08-25-2011 |
20140042065 | TREATMENT STAGES FOR SELENIUM REMOVAL - Methods and apparatus relate to treating fluid to at least reduce selenium content within the fluid. The treating includes conditioning stages to alter a composition of the fluid prior to removal of the selenium content from the fluid. The composition of the fluid after the conditioning stages facilitates the removal of the selenium content or at least limits detrimental impact to selenium removal efficiency. | 02-13-2014 |
20150108040 | REMOVING MERCURY FROM CRUDE OIL USING A STABILIZER COLUMN - Methods, systems and designs are provided for removing mercury from crudes. Crude oil is heated to a temperature above 100° C. in a stabilization column for a time sufficient to convert all of the forms of mercury in the oil into the elemental mercury form. The elemental mercury is then stripped from the crude oil by flashing, or preferably by gas stripping with a gas injected at the bottom of the column. Either process transfers the elemental mercury from the oil phase into the gas phase. Elemental mercury can then be removed from the gas phase by methods such as condensation, precipitation, or absorption either alone or in combination. | 04-23-2015 |
20150218462 | REMOVING MERCURY FROM CRUDE OIL - Methods, systems and designs are provided for removing mercury from crudes. Crude oil is heated to a temperature above 100° C. and held at that temperature for a specified period of time to convert all of the forms of mercury in the oil into the elemental mercury form. The elemental mercury is then stripped from the crude oil by e.g., flashing the hot oil and/or contacting it with a gas phase. This process transfers the elemental mercury from the oil phase into the gas phase. Elemental mercury can then be removed from the gas phase by methods such as condensation, precipitation, or absorption either alone or in combination. | 08-06-2015 |
Charles J. Luccarelli, New Canaan, CT US
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20100199886 | Asphalt mix workable at ambient temperatures with only biodegradable solvents and method of manufacturing the same - An asphalt mix comprising a pine extract, the asphalt mix having low viscosity at ambient temperatures, and workable at ambient temperatures. The asphalt mix comprises asphalt cement, biodiesel, pine extract and an anti-stripping agent. The asphalt mix is an environmentally safe and “green” product. It comprises recycled asphalt product. The asphalt mix eliminates petroleum solvents beyond trace amounts used to denature biodiesel. The asphalt mix is used for patching at ambient temperatures. Safety precautions for heat and toxicity are not necessary for use. The asphalt mix comprises only solvents that are biodegradable. The biodegradable solvents are pine extract and biodiesel. | 08-12-2010 |
20130055925 | ASPHALT MIX WORKABLE AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES WITH ONLY BIODEGRADABLE SOLVENTS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A method of manufacturing an asphalt mix comprising: heating aggregate; introducing RAP to the aggregate; dry mixing the RAP and aggregate; forming a coating of AC on all aggregate during the step of dry mixing by extending the length in time of the dry mixing step; separately blending AC, biodegradable solvents, and anti-stripping agent to produce a blend; and wet mixing the blend into the RAP and aggregate mix. The biodegradable solvents are capable of making the asphalt mix workable at ambient temperatures and comprise pine extract and biodiesel. The length of the dry mixing is extended to at least about 35 seconds. The aggregate comprises coarse and fine virgin aggregate. RAP is about 40% of the final product. The asphalt mix is stockpiled and bagged. The method further comprises manipulating encrusted material on the outside of the stockpiled cold asphalt mix back into the stockpile. | 03-07-2013 |
20140373754 | VOC-FREE ASPHALT-BASED COMPOSITIONS - Asphalt-based compositions that contain little or no VOCs. The compositions are particularly useful for roofing applications, including as plastic roofing cement, flashing cement, roof coatings, and primers. The compositions include asphalt, a VOC-free solvent, a surfactant and clay. The compositions may also include fibers, technical or functional fillers, and a wet surface adhesion additive. The compositions may further include aluminum flakes for enhanced durability, strength, reflectivity and colorants for enhanced appearance. | 12-25-2014 |
20150376456 | ULTRA-LOW VOC COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS - The present technology relates to ultra-low VOC compositions comprising asphalt, a softener, clay, a surfactant and one or more polymeric adhesives. The compositions may optionally include functional fibers, fillers and other additives. The present technology also includes methods of manufacturing and using such compositions in coating, sealing, waterproofing and other applications. | 12-31-2015 |
Charles J. Lymburner, Tonawanda, NY US
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20100196197 | Sterilization Method - A method of sterilizing a material, said method comprising the steps of: (a) introducing a solution comprising peroxyacetic acid into a hot gaseous stream to produce a peroxyacetic acid vapor; and (b) contacting such peroxyacetic acid vapor with the material to be sterilized. | 08-05-2010 |
20120189494 | Peracetic Acid Vapor Sterilization of Food and Beverage Containers - The present invention is directed to a method of sterilizing a surface comprising treating such surface with a vapor comprising peracetic acid at a concentration of at least about 3500 ppm at between about 57° and about 75° C. Such method is preferably conducted in the absence of a hydrogen peroxide initiator, and is particularly suitable for the sterilization of polyethylene terephthalate bottles. | 07-26-2012 |
20150050184 | STERILIZATION METHOD - A method of sterilizing a material, said method comprising the steps of: (a) introducing a solution comprising peroxyacetic acid into a hot gaseous stream to produce a peroxyacetic acid vapor; and (b) contacting such peroxyacetic acid vapor with the material to be sterilized. | 02-19-2015 |
Charles J. Mackarvich, Atlanta, GA US
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20110175434 | Wheel Spindle Assembly - A wheel spindle assembly including a spindle for mounting a wheel, the spindle including a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end including a perpendicular end surface and a locator protrusion extending outwardly from the end surface. A spindle mounting plate supports the spindle and includes front and back surfaces and a centrally positioned locator opening. The locator opening is sized and shaped to receive the locator protrusion such that engagement of the locator protrusion within the locator opening and abutment of the front surface of the spindle mounting plate with the end surface of the proximal end of the spindle positions the spindle relative to the spindle mounting plate with the spindle extending perpendicularly from the front surface of the spindle mounting plate. | 07-21-2011 |
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Charles J. Matteliano, Kenmore, NY US
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20100063008 | GELATINOUS ELASTOMER COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to gelatinous elastomer compositions that are useful for topical application of biologically active agents. In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to a gelatinous elastomer composition comprising about 1.0% to 50.0% block copolymer, about 0% to 98% mineral and/or synthetic oil, and about 0.0% to 98% triglyceride oil, about 0-15.0% free fatty acids, about 0-30% of a tack modification agent, about 0-20.0% of a biologically active agent and, optionally a phytosterol, ceramide and/or bisabolol. The gelatinous elastomer compositions are useful for applying a biologically active agent to a mammal. In certain embodiments, the gelatinous elastomer composition is formed into a molded article. | 03-11-2010 |
20110038904 | Gel Product - A gel construct includes a viscoelastic gel pad with migratory oils or also synthetic or triglyceride fluids, emollients, waxes, vitamins, humectants, pharmaceutical actives, and other hair or skin conditioning or treatment agents. The gel construct also includes a body, hair or skin-side layer on one major side surface of the gel pad which is permeable to the migratory agents of the gel. The gel construct optionally includes a barrier layer on the opposite major side surface of the gel pad to prevent the migratory agents of the gel from penetrating that layer. The gel construct may find use as, for example, an insole. | 02-17-2011 |
Charles J. Monestere, Delmar, NY US
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20120140247 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING DEFLECTION OF AN EQUIPMENT FOUNDATION - Methods and apparatus for determining deflection of an equipment foundation, for example, a steam turbine foundation, are disclosed. The apparatus includes a laser beam source positioned to direct a laser beam above a surface of the foundation to be monitored, a plurality of targets positioned above the surface of the foundation, a detector adapted to detect a position of each if the targets relative to a position of the laser beam; and a device for comparing the detected position of each of the targets with a predetermined position to determine changes in the position to determine deflection of the foundation. Methods and various targets for implementing the invention are also disclosed. | 06-07-2012 |
Charles J. Musienko, White Lake, MI US
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20100108039 | Intercooler System for Engine Air Charger - An intercooler system and method of operation for use with an air charging system for an internal combustion engine is disclosed. The intercooler system may comprise an intercooler pump for pumping a coolant through the intercooler system, a first heat exchanger that transfers heat from charged intake air to the coolant, a second heat exchanger that transfers heat from the coolant to outside air, and an intercooler coolant reservoir that contains the coolant therein. Coolant lines direct a flow of the coolant through the intercooler pump, the first heat exchanger, the second heat exchanger and the intercooler coolant reservoir. | 05-06-2010 |
Charles J. Nemphos, Jr., Pasadena, MD US
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20110086208 | Lightweight, Breathable, Waterproof, Stretchable, Dye-Sublimatable Fabric For Apparel - A stretchable, waterproof, breathable, colored fabric particularly suited for athletic and outdoor use comprising an outer layer composed of a woven or knitted, dye-sublimated colored polyester elastomeric yarn, an intermediately disposed stretchable, breathable, and waterproof membrane, and a woven or knitted polypropylene elastomeric layer all being laminated to form a unitary fabric. | 04-14-2011 |
Charles J. Novak, Iii, Winston-Salem, NC US
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20120055493 | APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING A SMOKELESS TOBACCO PRODUCT INCORPORATING AN OBJECT, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - An apparatus and associated method are provided for manufacturing a smokeless tobacco product including tobacco material and at least one object. A forming unit is configured to form a continuous supply of a pouch material into a continuous tubular member defining a longitudinal axis. A tobacco insertion unit is configured to introduce tobacco material into a pouch member portion of the tubular member. An object insertion unit is configured to introduce objects into the tubular member, with at least one of the objects being introduced into the pouch member portion. A closing and dividing unit is configured to close and divide the tubular member at intervals along the longitudinal axis thereof, to form the tubular member into a plurality of discrete pouch member portions such that each discrete pouch member portion includes the tobacco material and the at least one of the objects. | 03-08-2012 |
Charles J. Nye, Jr., Lewiston, ME US
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20090302573 | DUMP TRAILER COUPLING APPARATUS - A dump trailer coupling apparatus is described. The apparatus is joins a vehicle hitch to the push tongue of a trailer in a way that accounts for and permits all movements of the dump trailer when on a roadway and during the dump process, without translating that stress to the hitch. In one embodiment, the apparatus is a swivel coupler including a pair of swivel structures. The first swivel structure enables lateral movement of the trailer with respect to the vehicle. The second swivel structure enables complete dumping of the trailer without stress on the hitch. In another embodiment, the apparatus is a hinged coupler including a support plate, a ball mount and a ball coupler. The ball coupler retains a roller that moves along on the support plate and addresses lateral movement of the dump trailer. The ball coupler includes a hinge connector attached to the trailer push tongue and enables complete dumping of the trailer without stress on the hitch. | 12-10-2009 |
Charles J. Patrissi, Newport, RI US
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20090196983 | METHOD TO ACCELERATE WETTING OF AN ION EXCHANGE MEMBRANE IN A SEMI-FUEL CELL - A new treatment method for ion exchange membranes used in semi-fuel cells that accelerates the wetting of the membranes by aqueous electrolyte solutions, thus reducing the start up time for metal/hydrogen peroxide-based semi-fuel cells. Specifically, a Nafion® membrane that is intended for dry storage in a semi-fuel cell is treated with glycerin (glycerol) to enhance its rate of absorption of electrolyte solution when the semi-fuel cell is activated. | 08-06-2009 |
20090266716 | Method of fabricating a bipolar electrode for use in a semi fuel cell - A bipolar electrode fabricated with a combination of materials that will physically separate the catholyte from the metal anode of the electrode while providing high electrical conductivity between the metal anode and the catalyst cathode. This is accomplished by layering the catalyst cathode over a composite of conductive adhesive and conductive foil that is then affixed to the metal anode. | 10-29-2009 |
20090282898 | Method for quantitative determination of hydrogen peroxide using potentiometric titration - An electrochemical potentiometric titration method that entails titration of a known volume of a catholyte containing an unknown amount of hydrogen peroxide in a titration cell having two electrodes, a platinum working electrode and a silver/silver chloride reference electrode. A known concentration of a titrant is added to the catholyte in the titration cell. Simultaneously, as the titrant is added the potential between the working electrode and the reference electrode is monitored. The point at which all of the hydrogen peroxide has been consumed is signaled when the cell potential changes abruptly. Since the concentration of the titrant is already known, the amount of titrant added (concentration multiplied by volume) is directly related to the amount of hydrogen peroxide consumed. The concentration of hydrogen peroxide is calculated from the volume of catholyte and the moles of hydrogen peroxide. | 11-19-2009 |
Charles J. Petrosky, Greensburg, PA US
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20090253356 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR POLISHING DRILL BITS - A finishing device for finishing the exterior, flutes and tip of a drill bit is disclosed. The finishing device includes a containment vessel which houses an abrasive media which may have a visco-elastic component and an abrasive component. The drill bit is inserted into or through the abrasive media and rotated. A rotary member may be connected to the shank of the drill bit to provide rotation of the drill bit. The drill bit displaces the abrasive media thereby finishing the exterior, flutes, cutting edges and tip of the drill bit. | 10-08-2009 |
Charles J. Prestigiacomo, East Hanover, NJ US
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20110038936 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTROSPUN DRUG LOADED BIODEGRADABLE CHEMOTHERAPY APPLICATIONS - Biodegradable resorbable drug delivery systems characterized by an electrospun biodegradable resorbable polymeric fiber matrix with at least one therapeutic agent incorporated into the fibers of the matrix, wherein the fiber matrix has an interfibrillar space of at least 65% by volume. Therapeutic methods for delivering a chemotherapeutic agent to body cavities from which a tumor has been excised and for strengthening weakened blood vessel walls are also disclosed. | 02-17-2011 |
Charles J. Pruszynski, Mckinney, TX US
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20100318322 | Methods and Systems for Locating Targets - A system target location includes one or more sensors operable to determine a location of a target and generate a set of coordinates corresponding to the target. The system further includes a system controller operable to receive one or more sets of coordinates from the one or more sensors, generate a combined estimate of the target location, and validate that each of the sets of coordinates correspond to the same target. | 12-16-2010 |
Charles J. Purwin, Litchfield, NH US
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20090031050 | System for Dual Use of an I/O Circuit - A system provides dual use of a general purpose input/output (I/O) line. In an embodiment, the system comprises a controlling circuit having a dual purpose I/O line that is selectively operable in a serial transmit mode or an I/O mode. A first circuit that receives a serial data stream when the controlling circuit operates in the serial transmit mode is coupled to the I/O line. A second circuit that generates and transmits a signal when the controlling circuit operates in the I/O mode is also coupled to the I/O line. Finally, a third circuit is disposed between the second circuit and the I/O line. In an embodiment, when the controlling circuit operates in the serial transmit mode, the third circuit maintains the second circuit in an idle state, and when the controlling circuit operates in the I/O mode, the third circuit permits the second circuit to transmit the signal to the controlling circuit. | 01-29-2009 |
20130080675 | Dual PCI-X/PCI-E Card - A dual bus interface PCB includes a main chipset component, a first type bus interface connector, and a second type bus interface connector. The PCB can be configured at fabrication time to enable a variety of configurations for operation. Optionally, the PCB can also be provided at least one memory chip and a NIC (Network Interface Card) chip. By virtue of having a dual interface, the PCB can be used with either the first type or the second type bus. Furthermore, the dual interface PCB eliminates the need by chipset manufacturers to carry multiple PCB variations of the same product in order to support various bus interfaces. In one embodiment, the PCB is a dual PCI-X/PCI-E interface PCB. | 03-28-2013 |
Charles J. Ragona, Port Barre, LA US
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20090031684 | Filtration apparatus - An automatic air filtration apparatus that beneficially controls air circulation in an area to be filtered and removes large amounts of airborne particles and other contaminants from an environment is provided. A hollow frame is formed from screen material having sheet-like filter media disposed across the frame; the filter media is beneficially provided in roll form. The filter media extends off of a supply roll, over the screen frame, and is received on a “take-up” spool. Fans direct opposing streams of air out both lateral ends of the filtration apparatus, thereby creating a suction effect toward the center of the apparatus. Dust particles, contaminants and other debris in an environment are directed back to the filtration apparatus to be collected on the filter material. | 02-05-2009 |
Charles J. Rieger, Iii, Potomac, MD US
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20120044109 | LOCATION-DETERMINING SYSTEM FOR RADIO CLIENTS WITHIN LOCAL-AREA SPACES - Systems, devices, features, and/or methods for determining a location of a mobile device are disclosed. A method may include (a) receiving, into a mobile device, a common RF signal on a common carrier frequency, wherein the common RF signal includes a respective RF signal output by each of three or more transmitters on a common time basis in a round-robin manner, and wherein each of the three or more transmitters is positioned at a known location, (b) capturing data representing the common RF signal, (c) based on the captured data, discriminating between each respective RF signal that forms the received common RF signal, (d) determining a relative phase shift of each respective RF signal, and (e) determining the location of the mobile device based on the determined relative phase shifts and the known locations of the three or more transmitters. | 02-23-2012 |
20120264447 | Location Tracking - One or more systems, devices, and/or methods for tracking a wireless device are disclosed. For example, a method includes receiving signal strength data for each of a plurality of access points. The signal strength data from the plurality of access points is compared to identify an anchor access point having a highest signal strength. Remaining signal strength data from the plurality of access points are compared to a threshold signal strength to identify at least one attractor access point. A memory is accessed for locations of the anchor access point and the at least one attractor access point. A pull point is calculated along a line from the anchor access point to the at least one attractor access point. A location of the wireless device is estimated as an average of the pull point and the location of the anchor access point. | 10-18-2012 |
20130012223 | Location-Determining System for Radio Clients within Local-Area Spaces - Systems, devices, features, and/or methods for determining a location of a mobile device are disclosed. A method may include (a) receiving, into a mobile device, a common RF signal on a common carrier frequency, wherein the common RF signal includes a respective RF signal output by each of three or more transmitters on a common time basis in a round-robin manner, and wherein each of the three or more transmitters is positioned at a known location, (b) capturing data representing the common RF signal, (c) based on the captured data, discriminating between each respective RF signal that forms the received common RF signal, (d) determining a relative phase shift of each respective RF signal, and (e) determining the location of the mobile device based on the determined relative phase shifts and the known locations of the three or more transmitters. | 01-10-2013 |
20130331124 | Location Tracking - One or more systems, devices, and/or methods for tracking a wireless device are disclosed. For example, a method includes receiving signal strength data for each of a plurality of access points. The signal strength data from the plurality of access points is compared to identify an anchor access point having a highest signal strength. Remaining signal strength data from the plurality of access points are compared to a threshold signal strength to identify at least one attractor access point. A memory is accessed for locations of the anchor access point and the at least one attractor access point. A pull point is calculated along a line from the anchor access point to the at least one attractor access point. A location of the wireless device is estimated as an average of the pull point and the location of the anchor access point. | 12-12-2013 |
Charles J. Rupnick, Seattle, WA US
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20110231977 | Helmet cooling device - A helmet air conditioning unit configured for operation with a helmet having air flow spaces within an interior space thereof, the helmet air conditioning unit including an electrical ventilating fan with a housing portion having one or more exhaust ports positionable in fluid communication with the air flow spaces within the interior space of the helmet; a battery power supply connected to energize the fan; a solar power supply coupled to recharge the power battery supply; and a fan controller coupled for actuating the fan for generating a pressurized air flow at the one or more exhaust ports of the housing portion of the fan, whereby the pressurized air flow is directed through the one or more exhaust ports of the housing portion of the fan when the fan is actuated. | 09-29-2011 |
Charles J. Sannipoli, Raleigh, NC US
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20080311928 | APPLICATION FOR AUTOMATIC TRACKING OF MOBILE DEVICES FOR COMPUTER NETWORK PROCESSOR SYSTEMS - A method and system is provided for tracking mobile devices combining packet processing technology with Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. A central network system comprising a packet processing subsystem receives transmitted GPS location data from a mobile device transmitting GPS location data, wherein the packet processing subsystem uses a table access scheme to process the GPS location data and produce responsive mapping data, and the central network processing system compares the mapping data to a map and identifies a corresponding map location. Embodiments may also correlate device identification data, tracking table entries, and/or billing zone charges. In some embodiments a look-up key is built responsive to the GPS location data and used to identify map locations. The table access scheme may be a key hashing scheme and, in particular, a longest prefix match type scheme. | 12-18-2008 |
Charles J. Scalfani, Laguna Nigel, CA US
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20120123584 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING BATCH PRODUCT MANUFACTURING - A system and method for monitoring product through a batch manufacturing plant is provided. The system includes, a parallel flow mode when product flows concurrently from at least two units to a single unit; and a serial flow mode where product flows from one unit to another at a given time, wherein the batch manufacturing plant is modeled based on the parallel and serial flow modes. A lot association is built based on product flow and a parent/child record is created for lot association. The system also includes a data collection system that collects phase information for every unit and a procedure identifier is used to create a batch identifier, where a batch identifier is associated with each lot on each unit through which product is flowing to and/or from at a given time. | 05-17-2012 |
Charles J. Scalfani, Laguna Niguel, CA US
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20090157213 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING BATCH PRODUCT MANUFACTURING - A system and method for monitoring product through a batch manufacturing plant is provided. The system includes, a parallel flow mode when product flows concurrently from at least two units to a single unit; and a serial flow mode where product flows from one unit to another at a given time, wherein the batch manufacturing plant is modeled based on the parallel and serial flow modes. A lot association is built based on product flow and a parent/child record is created for lot association. The system also includes a data collection system that collects phase information for every unit and a procedure identifier is used to create a batch identifier, where a batch identifier is associated with each lot on each unit through which product is flowing to and/or from at a given time. | 06-18-2009 |
20110015775 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING BATCH PRODUCT MANUFACTURING - A system and method for monitoring product through a batch manufacturing plant is provided. The system includes, a parallel flow mode when product flows concurrently from at least two units to a single unit; and a serial flow mode where product flows from one unit to another at a given time, wherein the batch manufacturing plant is modeled based on the parallel and serial flow modes. A lot association is built based on product flow and a parent/child record is created for lot association. The system also includes a data collection system that collects phase information for every unit and a procedure identifier is used to create a batch identifier, where a batch identifier is associated with each lot on each unit through which product is flowing to and/or from at a given time. | 01-20-2011 |
Charles J. Smith US
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20120208166 | System and Method for Adaptive Knowledge Assessment And Learning - A system and method of knowledge assessment comprises displaying to a learner a plurality of multiple-choice questions and two-dimensional answers, accessing a database of learning materials, and transmitting to the learner the plurality of multiple-choice questions and two-dimensional answers. The answers includes plurality of full-confidence answers consisting of single-choice answers, a plurality of partial-confidence answers consisting of one or more sets of multiple single-choice answers, and an unsure answer. The method further comprises scoring a confidence-based assessment (CBA) administered to the learner by assigning various knowledge state designations based on the learner's responses to the two-dimensional questions. | 08-16-2012 |
20130252224 | Method and System for Knowledge Assessment And Learning - A system for knowledge assessment and encouraging learning comprises transmitting to the a terminal a plurality of multiple choice questions and two-dimensional answers thereto, the answers including a plurality of full-confidence answers consisting of single-choice answers, a plurality of partial-confidence answers consisting of sets of multiple single-choice answers, and an unsure answer. The system further administers a confidence-based assessment (CBA) test that presents to the test subject the plurality of multiple choice questions directed to categorical topics, and the two-dimensional answers thereto, by which the test subject indicates both their substantive answer and the level of confidence category of their answer. The system compiles a knowledge profile from the scored CBA test, and encourages learning so that the user can address knowledge deficiencies as identified through the CBA test. | 09-26-2013 |
Charles J. Smith, Encinitas, CA US
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20110151425 | Method and System for Knowledge Assessment Using Confidence-Based Measurement - A system for knowledge assessment and encouraging learning comprises transmitting to the a terminal a plurality of multiple choice questions and two-dimensional answers thereto, the answers including a plurality of full-confidence answers consisting of single-choice answers, a plurality of partial-confidence answers consisting of sets of multiple single-choice answers, and an unsure answer. The system further administers a confidence-based assessment (CBA) test that presents to the test subject the plurality of multiple choice questions directed to categorical topics, and the two-dimensional answers thereto, by which the test subject indicates both their substantive answer and the level of confidence category of their answer. The system compiles a knowledge profile from the scored CBA test, and encourages learning so that the user can address knowledge deficiencies as identified through the CBA test. | 06-23-2011 |
20120214147 | System and Method for Adaptive Knowledge Assessment And Learning - A services-oriented system structure for knowledge assessment and learning comprises a display device for displaying to a learner at a client terminal a plurality of multiple-choice questions and two-dimensional answers, an administration server adapted to administer one or more users of the system, a content management system server adapted to provide an interface for the one or more users to create and maintain a library of learning resources, a learning system server comprising a database of learning materials, wherein the plurality of multiple-choice questions and two-dimensional answers are stored in the database for selected delivery to the client terminal, and a registration and data analytics server adapted to create and maintain registration information about the learners. | 08-23-2012 |
20140220540 | System and Method for Adaptive Knowledge Assessment and Learning Using Dopamine Weighted Feedback - A services-oriented system for knowledge assessment and learning performs a method of receiving a plurality of two-dimensional answers to a plurality of first multiple-choice questions, determining, after a period of time, which of the answered multiple choice questions remain unfinished and which are completed, separating the unfinished questions from the completed questions, determining which of the unfinished and completed questions to include in a mastery-eligible list of questions, assigning a weight to each of the mastery-eligible questions based on the current learning state of the learner, a target learning score of the learner, and a calculated dopamine level of the learner. | 08-07-2014 |
Charles J. Strempler, Seattle, WA US
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20090089299 | DECLARATIVE MODEL EDITOR GENERATION - Embodiments are directed to generating declarative model editors. A computer system receives a first user input indicating a selection of a native underlying schema that includes constraints that are to be followed by models based on the native schema. The computer system receives a second user input indicating a declarative entry that includes user-configurable model editor characteristics. The computer system automatically generates a declarative model editor based on the selected native schema and user-configurable model editor characteristics. Other embodiments are directed to editing models using declarative model editors. A computer system receives user input indicating a declarative entry to be applied to a model, generates a declarative model editor based on the declarative entry, receives a model that is editable by the generated declarative model editor, and edits user-configurable characteristics of the model. The model characteristics conform to the constraints in the native underlying schema. | 04-02-2009 |
Charles J. Studiner, Cottage Grove, MN US
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20080216413 | ABRASIVE ARTICLE WITH SUPERSIZE COATING, AND METHODS - Abrasive articles, and methods of making abrasive articles that include a supersize coating or component, such as one configured to inhibit the collection of dust and/or swarf on the abrasive coating. The supersize component can be applied to the abrasive coating after converting the abrasive article with a laser or other conversion mechanism, whether non-contact or mechanical contact. In some embodiments, no fresh or exposed abrasive or backing surfaces exist; that is, the supersize component covers all surfaces. | 09-11-2008 |
20080216414 | LASER CUT ABRASIVE ARTICLE, AND METHODS - Abrasive articles, and methods of making abrasive articles by using a laser to convert (e.g., cut) at least a portion of the abrasive coating to form the abrasive article. The method includes laser propagation impinging on the abrasive back side (opposite the abrasive coating) and progressing through to the abrasive side. Such a process inhibits ridging effects around cut regions (e.g., openings) on the front side. | 09-11-2008 |
Charles J. Studiner, Iv, Cottage Grove, MN US
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20080305298 | LASER ACTIVATION OF ELASTIC LAMINATES - There is provided a method of activating a substantially inelastic laminate to an elastic state by providing an elastic layer bonded on at least one face to a fibrous facing layer. The laminate is directed under laser beams so as to cut fibers of the at least one fibrous facing layer along perforation lanes in at least one region forming a laminate that is extensible and elastic in a direction generally transverse to the direction of the perforation lanes. This laminate is particularly adapted for use in personal care articles. | 12-11-2008 |
20100182666 | SHEETING WITH COMPOSITE IMAGE THAT FLOATS - Techniques are described for forming microlens sheeting having composite images that appear to float with respect to the plane of the sheeting. As one example, a method comprises forming one or more images within a sheeting having a surface of microlenses, wherein at least one of the images is a partially complete image, and wherein each of the images is associated with a different one of the microlenses, wherein the microlenses have refractive surfaces that transmit light to positions within the sheeting to produce a plurality of composite images from the images formed within the sheeting so that each of the composite images appears to float with respect to the plane of the sheeting, and wherein forming the one or more images comprises forming the one or more images such that each of the composite images is associated with a different viewing angle range. | 07-22-2010 |
20120252329 | FLEXIBLE ABRASIVE ARTICLE AND METHODS OF MAKING - Provided are abrasive articles having a plurality of elongated channels extending across its working surface and intersecting with each other. These channels provide hinge points that enhance flexibility of the article along two or more directions. Optionally, the abrasive article includes a flexible attachment layer, along with apertures that penetrate through the attachment layer located at the intersection points of the channels. The enhanced flexibility allows the abrasive article to easily access recessed areas of the workpiece and facilitates applying even pressure across convex and concave surfaces. The channels assist in segregating dust particles from the abrading operation, and the optional apertures can be advantageously connected to a vacuum source for evacuation of the dust particles from the channels. | 10-04-2012 |
20130045859 | ANNEALED NANOSTRUCTURED THIN FILM CATALYST - This disclosure provides methods of making an enhanced activity nanostructured thin film catalyst by radiation annealing, typically laser annealing, typically tinder inert atmosphere, Typically the inert gas has a residual oxygen level of 100 ppm. Typically the irradiation has an incident energy fluence of at least 30 mJ/mm | 02-21-2013 |
20130212952 | Laser Method for Making Shaped Ceramic Abrasive Particles, Shaped Ceramic Abrasive Particles, and Abrasive Articles - A method of making shaped ceramic abrasive particles includes cutting a layer of ceramic precursor material using a laser beam and forming shaped ceramic precursor particles. Further thermal processing provides shaped ceramic abrasive particles. Shaped ceramic abrasive particles producible by the methods and abrasive articles containing them are also disclosed. | 08-22-2013 |
20130270239 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LASER CUTTING USING A SUPPORT MEMBER HAVING A GOLD FACING LAYER - The present application relates to an apparatus ( | 10-17-2013 |
20150190902 | ABRASIVE ARTICLE - An abrasive article useful for finishing painted or clear coated surfaces is disclosed. The abrasive article included a structured abrasive layer disposed on a backing that is adhesively attached to nonwoven layer useful for providing conformability and attachment to a hook layer. The structured abrasive layer includes a central aperture and a plurality of surrounding apertures. | 07-09-2015 |
20150267098 | Laser Method for Making Shaped Ceramic Abrasive Particles, Shaped Ceramic Abrasive Particles, and Abrasive Articles - A method of making shaped ceramic abrasive particles includes cutting a layer of ceramic precursor material using a laser beam and forming shaped ceramic precursor particles. Further thermal processing provides shaped ceramic abrasive particles. Shaped ceramic abrasive particles producible by the methods and abrasive articles containing them are also disclosed. | 09-24-2015 |
Charles J. Swiniarski, Poway, CA US
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20090037206 | Method of forecasting maintenance of a machine - A method of forecasting maintenance of a machine is disclosed. The method includes measuring a parameter of the machine, the parameter being indicative of a condition of the machine, and transferring the measured parameter to a maintenance planning system. The method also includes predicting two or more parameter variation curves indicating the variation of the parameter over time, each parameter variation curve representing values of the parameter at a different confidence level. The method further includes identifying a first time period for maintenance of the machine based on the two or more parameter variation curves. | 02-05-2009 |
Charles J. Thur, Chardon, OH US
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20100064471 | VACUUM CLEANER WITH NOISE SUPPRESSION FEATURES - A vacuum cleaner includes a cyclonic airflow chamber that facilitates the separation of contaminants from a suction airstream. The airflow chamber includes a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet, with the chamber inlet being fluidically connected with at least one of a suction nozzle and an above-the-floor cleaning tool. An exhaust filter housing includes a suction duct and an exhaust plenum, with the suction duct communicating with the chamber outlet. A suction source housing includes an open end communicating with the exhaust plenum and a closed end. A suction source is positioned within the suction source housing to define an annular exhaust flow passageway surrounding the suction source from the housing closed end to the housing open end. The suction source includes a suction inlet communicating with the suction duct and an exhaust outlet communicating with the housing closed end. | 03-18-2010 |
20110214247 | VACUUM CLEANER WITH NOISE SUPPRESSION FEATURES - A vacuum cleaner includes a cyclonic airflow chamber that facilitates the separation of contaminants from a suction airstream. The airflow chamber includes a chamber inlet and a chamber outlet, with the chamber inlet being fluidically connected with at least one of a suction nozzle and an above-the-floor cleaning tool. An exhaust filter housing includes a suction duct and an exhaust plenum, with the suction duct communicating with the chamber outlet. A suction source housing includes an open end communicating with the exhaust plenum and a closed end. A suction source is positioned within the suction source housing to define an annular exhaust flow passageway surrounding the suction source from the housing closed end to the housing open end. The suction source includes a suction inlet communicating with the suction duct and an exhaust outlet communicating with the housing closed end. | 09-08-2011 |
Charles J. Urso, Iii, Webster, NY US
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20100051065 | PROCESS FOR WATER STRIPPING OF PHOTORECEPTORS - The presently disclosed embodiments relate generally to methods for the removal of coatings from an imaging member for use in electrostatographic, including digital, apparatuses. More particularly, the embodiments pertain to a method for removing at least one electrophotographic imaging layer from an electrophotographic imaging member using ultra-high pressure water. | 03-04-2010 |
Charles J. Vadala, Jr., Roslindale, MA US
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20100087759 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR AN ULTRASONIC MEDICAL DEVICE WITH VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE - An apparatus and method for an ultrasonic medical device with a variable frequency drive for ablating a biological material comprises an ultrasonic probe having a proximal end, a distal end and a longitudinal axis therebetween; a transducer that drives the ultrasonic probe over a variable frequency range, creating a transverse ultrasonic vibration along at least a portion of the longitudinal axis of the ultrasonic probe; a coupling engaging the proximal end of the ultrasonic probe to a distal end of the transducer; and an ultrasonic energy source engaged to the transducer that produces an ultrasonic energy, wherein driving the ultrasonic probe over the variable frequency range allows for the ultrasonic energy to propagate around a bend of the ultrasonic probe to ablate the biological material in communication with the ultrasonic probe. | 04-08-2010 |
Charles J. Wawa, Troy, MI US
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20090200831 | ARMREST SUPPORT BRACKET FOR MOTORIZED VEHICLES - A support bracket for an armrest assembly having a pull-handle or pull-cup is provided for use in a motorized vehicle. The support bracket includes a generally horizontal support member configured to extend, at least in part, adjacent to or through an internal cavity of the pull-handle/pull-cup. The support bracket also includes at least two, but preferably three leg members spaced apart from one another and operatively attached at respective first ends to the support member. Each leg member extends downward from the support member in an oblique manner to attach at a respective second end to an inner support panel. The leg members are configured to sustain a predetermined minimum vertical loading condition, and controllably deform under a predetermined threshold lateral loading condition. The leg members create a load path for transferring vertical loads imparted to the armrest assembly to the vehicle interior surface as a substantially vertical force. | 08-13-2009 |
Charles J. Zaverson, Hudson, NH US
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20100282876 | ADJUSTABLE LANCE SPRAY ASSEMBLY - A spraying assembly is provided that includes a support member and a pair of lance spray devices supported by the support member. Each lance spray device includes a lance body having an inlet end and a downstream end and a spray nozzle arranged at the downstream end of the lance body. The pair of lance spray devices are configured and supported by the support member such that at least one of the pair of lance spray devices is movable relative to the other of the pair of lance spray devices between at least first and second relative positions with the spray nozzles of the pair of lance spray devices being spaced relatively closer together in the first position than in the second position. | 11-11-2010 |