Dempsey, US
Adam Dempsey US
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20090098564 | Biomarkers for diagnosing schizophrenia and bipolar disorder - The invention relates to the identification and selection of novel biomarkers and the identification and selection of novel biomarker combinations which are differentially expressed in blood and useful in diagnosing schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder as well as monitoring therapeutic efficacy of treatment for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. The measurement of expression levels of the products of the biomarkers and combinations of biomarkers of the invention can be used to diagnose schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder. Measurement of the expression level of products of biomarkers of the invention using polynucleotides and proteins which specifically and/or selectively hybridize to the products of the biomarkers of the invention are also encompassed within the scope of the invention as are compositions and kits containing said polynucleotides and proteins. Further encompassed by the invention is the use of the polynucleotides and proteins to monitor the efficacy of therapeutic regimens. The invention also provides for the identification of methods of using the products of the biomarkers of the invention in the identification of novel therapeutic targets of schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder and a method of screening the genes of said biomarkers for additional markers of disease. | 04-16-2009 |
20110020808 | BIOMARKERS FOR DIAGNOSING SCHIZOPHRENIA AND BIPOLAR DISORDER - The invention relates to the identification and selection of novel biomarkers and the identification and selection of novel biomarker combinations which are differentially expressed in blood and useful in diagnosing schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder as well as monitoring therapeutic efficacy of treatment for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. The measurement of expression levels of the products of the biomarkers and combinations of biomarkers of the invention can be used to diagnose schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder. Measurement of the expression level of products of biomarkers of the invention using polynucleotides and proteins which specifically and/or selectively hybridize to the products of the biomarkers of the invention are also encompassed within the scope of the invention as are compositions and kits containing said polynucleotides and proteins. Further encompassed by the invention is the use of the polynucleotides and proteins to monitor the efficacy of therapeutic regimens. The invention also provides for the identification of methods of using the products of the biomarkers of the invention in the identification of novel therapeutic targets of schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder and a method of screening the genes of said biomarkers for additional markers of disease. | 01-27-2011 |
Barry J. Dempsey, White Heath, IL US
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20080210126 | Antioxidant treatment of asphalt binders - A combination of antioxidants and method of incorporating the antioxidants into an asphalt binder to make a modified asphalt binder are described. The antioxidants comprise a thioester and an aldehyde. The aldehyde and thioester, in a ratio between about 1:100 and about 100:1, are added to an asphalt binder. An acidic catalyst is also added in a concentration between about 0.1 wt % and about 18 wt % of the asphalt binder. The antioxidants, asphalt binder, and catalyst are mixed at a temperature between about 85° C. and about 135° C. for a time between about 30 minutes and about 6 hours. The antioxidants are capable of improving the performance grade of the asphalt binder. The modified asphalt binder possesses superior resistance to oxidative age hardening compared to other modified asphalt binder compositions that incorporate various antioxidants. | 09-04-2008 |
20100186629 | Antioxidant Treatment Of Asphalt Binders - A combination of antioxidants and method of incorporating the antioxidants into an asphalt binder to make a modified asphalt binder are described. The antioxidants comprise a thioester and an aldehyde. The aldehyde and thioester, in a ratio between about 1:100 and about 100:1, are added to an asphalt binder. An acidic catalyst is also added in a concentration between about 0.1 wt % and about 18 wt % of the asphalt binder. The antioxidants, asphalt binder, and catalyst are mixed at a temperature between about 85° C. and about 135° C. for a time between about 30 minutes and about 6 hours. The antioxidants are capable of improving the performance grade of the asphalt binder. The modified asphalt binder possesses superior resistance to oxidative age hardening compared to other modified asphalt binder compositions that incorporate various antioxidants. | 07-29-2010 |
Brian Dempsey, San Rafael, CA US
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20110024663 | FLUID FLOW CONTROL APPARATUS - An apparatus for controlling a fluid flow rate includes a main body having a fluid flow passage and a cavity adapted to receive a flow control body having two or more flow channels therethrough. The flow control body may be moved within the cavity to two or more positions, each position corresponding to fluid communication between the flow passage of the main body and a different one of the flow channels of the flow control body. The flow control body may be held in each position by a detent feature that resists movement of the flow control body until a movement force acting upon the flow control body exceeds a threshold. | 02-03-2011 |
Brian Dempsey, Orlando, FL US
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20090321142 | Well Drilling Method for Prevention of Lost Circulation of Drilling Muds - An improved well drilling method for directional drilling in subterranean formations which comprises incorporating into the drilling fluid an effective amount of fibrillated hydrophobic polypropylene fibers to form a suspension and injecting the suspension into the drill string whereby debris is swept from the borehole and seepage of drilling fluid into the subterranean formation is reduced. | 12-31-2009 |
Carl Dempsey, Castro Valley, CA US
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20110242330 | Apparatus, System and Method for Testing Broadcast Signals - An apparatus, system and method that includes an enclosure having a front side and a back side. An input connection is joined to the enclosure for receiving an input signal having a format generally conforming to a one of a plurality of broadcast standards. At least one signal processor is within the enclosure for processing the input signal and for at least outputting parameters of the input signal. At least one personal audio-visual device is joined to the front side. The personal audio-visual device includes a display screen configurable for displaying at least one of the parameters. | 10-06-2011 |
Christopher Martin Dempsey, Tempe, AZ US
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20100012692 | Helmet Attachment Platform - A modular helmet attachment platform for ACH and MICH helmets enables the user to attach various off-the-shelf user items that users may have in the field, such as lights, IFF devices, NVGs, and NVG accessories, to a helmet. | 01-21-2010 |
20100175172 | Vision Augmentation System - A platform for attachment to a helmet having front chin strap mounting holes on opposite sides of the helmet has a center section adapted to support one or more items such as a headlamp or goggles. The platform also includes two side arms extending rearward from the center section and disposed along the opposite sides of the helmet when the platform is mounted on the helmet. The side arms of the platform are adjustable in length. The platform also includes a universal mounting plate for attachment to the platform center section and adapted to support either of two different types of night vision goggles. The platform may be mounted on different helmets having different front mounting hole configurations. | 07-15-2010 |
Claire Dempsey, Edina, MN US
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20110180090 | APPLICATION TOOL FOR APPLYING A PRODUCT TO HAIR - The present disclosure relates to an application tool and method for applying a product to hair. The application tool may comprise a base and an applicator. The base may at least partially secure and enclose the applicator. The applicator may include a brush section that includes bristles and a comb section that includes teeth. | 07-28-2011 |
Creston Lewis Dempsey, Mauldin, SC US
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20100064537 | BLADE VERIFICATION PLATES AND METHOD OF USE - A first plate includes an opening configured to be placed over a blade of a first rotor. A second plate includes an opening configured to be placed over a blade of a second rotor. Each plate includes a first pin configured to contact a leading edge of a blade located on one side of the blade in the opening and a second pin configured to contact a leading edge of a blade located on an opposite side of the blade in the opening, and a third pin configured to contact a leading edge of the blade in the opening. An indicator line is marked on the first plate and a pair of boundary lines marked on the second plate are spaced apart a distance indicative of an acceptable range for blade clocking between the first and second rotors when the indicator line is located between the boundary lines. | 03-18-2010 |
20100064802 | ROTOR CLOCKING BAR AND METHOD OF USE - A clocking bar includes a rod and an indicator located along a length of the rod, wherein the indicator has a pair of indication components with a predetermined spacing therebetween. The bar also includes a hole one locator located along the length of the rod, and a rear hole locator located along the length of the rod. The clocking bar is configured to identify a stack bolt hole one from among a plurality of bolt holes on a rotor through use of a relationship between physical features of the rotor. | 03-18-2010 |
20120134782 | PURGE SYSTEMS FOR ROTARY MACHINES AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SAME - A method for assembling a rotary machine includes providing a first rotatable element. The method also includes coupling a second rotatable element to the first rotatable element. The first rotatable element and the second rotatable element at least partially define a cavity therein and at least one conduit extending substantially axially therebetween. Further, the method includes coupling a purge device including at least one radial channel defined therein and extending to the first rotatable element and to the second rotatable element such that the at least one radial channel is coupled in flow communication with the cavity and with the at least one axial conduit. | 05-31-2012 |
Daniel J. Dempsey, Carmel, IN US
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20090001179 | Energy Efficient House Ventilation - A method and apparatus for maintaining an acceptable level of outside air exchange rate in a structure. The natural ventilation rate is determined as a function of the outdoor air temperature, and the amount of mechanically induced ventilation that is used to supplement the natural air ventilation is controlled such that the sum of the natural occurring ventilation and the mechanically induced ventilation is maintained by a substantially constant predetermined level. One approach is to use a stepper motor to modulate the position of the damper, while another approach is to use an on/off motor damper and to close the damper at outdoor temperatures below a threshold level and to otherwise leave the damper open and use the regular on/off cycle of the system blower to control the flow of outdoor air, with provision for allowing the fan to remain on for a calculated period of time after the system is cycled off to thereby maintain the desired level of ventilation. Can also vary the speed of the furnace blower or a separate ventilation fan motor. | 01-01-2009 |
20110226039 | Flue Gas Sensor With Water Barrier Member - An improved flue gas sensor of a combustion device is disclosed. The flue gas sensor may include a housing and a gas detector disposed within the housing, wherein the gas detector detects or measures at least one gas in a flue gas stream of the combustion device. The housing may also include a water barrier member through which the at least one gas comes into contact with the gas detector. By keeping water and water vapor away from the gas detector, premature failure of the flue gas sensor caused by corrosion may be prevented. | 09-22-2011 |
20110247603 | Furnace Vent with Water-Permeable Inner Pipe - A vent system for improving the efficiency and/or reducing emissions of a combustion device is disclosed. The vent system may include an outer pipe and an inner pipe having a longitudinal section that is permeable to water or water vapor and is longitudinally disposed within the outer pipe. The inner pipe defines a first passageway and the outer and inner pipes define a second passageway therebetween. As the moisture and/or heat are transferred from the flue gas to the intake air through the longitudinal section of the inner pipe, the efficiency of the furnace may be improved and the NOx emission of the furnace may be reduced. | 10-13-2011 |
20120152513 | HUMIDIFIER - A humidifier is provided and includes a membrane, which is permeable to water of a condensate supply but impermeable to acid of the condensate supply and a housing system to urge airflow across the membrane to humidify air with the water of the condensate supply. | 06-21-2012 |
20120216558 | Packaged HVAC System For Indoor Installation - A pre-packaged air conditioning system for providing heating, cooling, ventilation and energy recovery, the system comprising: an energy recovery ventilator, condenser, condenser fan, compressor, expansion device, flow reversing valve, evaporator and evaporator fan; an inlet for providing outside air to the evaporator, the inlet for extending beyond a wall of a host structure; and an exhaust duct for exhausting air outside of the host structure, the exhaust duct for extending beyond a wall to the host structure; wherein the energy recovery ventilator, condenser, condenser fan, compressor, evaporator and evaporator fan are housed within a single envelope configured for installation inside the host structure. | 08-30-2012 |
20130030575 | Air Change Rate Measurement and Control - A method for controlling a system includes receiving temperature and humidity measurements of supply air to a serviced space, return air from the serviced space, and outside air, wherein the outside air includes air outside the serviced space, calculating a volumetric flow rate of the outside air entering the system using the received temperature and humidity measurements of the supply air, the return air, and the outside air, calculating an air change per hour (ACH) rate in the serviced space using the calculated volumetric flow rate of the air outside the serviced space entering the system and the volume of the serviced space, and controlling the ACH rate in the serviced space. | 01-31-2013 |
20130104574 | Hybrid Space And Hot Water Heating Heat Pump | 05-02-2013 |
20130225060 | Energy Recovery Ventilator With Reduced Power Consumption - An air conditioning unit includes a passage having a heat exchanger; a blower for blowing air through the passage; a blower motor driving the blower in response to a drive signal; an energy recovery ventilator (ERV), the blower drawing outside air from the ERV; and a controller for adjusting the drive signal in a ventilation mode to reduce power used by the blower motor. | 08-29-2013 |
20140138076 | ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR - An energy recovery ventilator control system is disclosed that is operable to be energized by electrical connection to a heating and cooling system including a thermidistat in fluid communication with each of an intake air duct and an exhaust air duct. The energy recovery ventilator control system is operable to regulate air temperature and humidity within a building using a temperate and humidity control scheme. | 05-22-2014 |
20140190670 | ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR - An energy recovery ventilator for a heating or cooling system includes a housing and a heat exchanger located in the housing for recovery of thermal energy from a stale airflow of the heating or cooling system. An exhaust fan positioned in the housing is in flow communication with the heat exchanger to urge the stale airflow from a return port disposed in a first side panel of the housing, across the heat exchanger and toward an exhaust port of the energy recovery ventilator. The exhaust fan and the heat exchanger are configured such that the heat exchanger is removable from the housing via a front panel opening in the housing without disturbing a position of the exhaust fan. | 07-10-2014 |
20140260408 | COMPACT AIR HANDLER WITH MULTIPLE FANS - An air handler configured with a plurality of air distribution modules, each including a fan, and at least one damper disposed within to provide and direct conditioned air or fresh air to respective multiple zones of a building. | 09-18-2014 |
20140338389 | VAPOR COMPRESSION SYSTEM WITH THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE - A system is provided including a vapor compression cycle. The vapor compression cycle includes an operably coupled compressor, condenser, first expansion device, and evaporator through which a refrigerant circulates. A thermal energy storage unit includes a heat exchanger arranged within a phase change material. The heat exchanger is fluidly coupled to the vapor compression cycle with a plurality of conduits and valves such that refrigerant flows through the heat exchanger in a heat transfer relationship with the phase change material. When the system is in a first mode, the heat exchanger is configured to function similar to the evaporator and the phase change material is configured to store thermal energy. When the system is in a second mode, the heat exchanger is configured to function similar to the condenser and the phase change material is configured to release thermal energy. | 11-20-2014 |
20140374065 | ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR - An energy recovery system includes a heating and cooling system having a controller and a furnace or fan coil in fluid communication with each of a return air duct and a supply air duct; and an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) having an intake air duct and an exhaust air duct, the ERV being energized by a direct electrical connection to the heating and cooling system. The return air duct is operable to receive stale conditioned air from a conditioned air space while the controller is configured for controlling the ERV to transfer energy from the stale conditioned air to an outside air stream. | 12-25-2014 |
20150073732 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING DUCT LEAKAGE IN A HVAC SYSTEM - A system and method of measuring duct leakage in an HVAC system including an indoor unit assembly operably coupled to a processing device, wherein at least one supply air conduit, and at least one return air conduit are coupled to the indoor unit assembly by operating a blower system at a nominal airflow rate, restricting airflow in each of the at least one supply air conduits, and each of the at least one return air conduits; operating the blower system, within the indoor unit assembly, at a first airflow rate; and operating the processing device to calculate a duct leakage airflow and duct leakage measurement. | 03-12-2015 |
Daniel Morgan Dempsey, Wingina, VA US
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20090096664 | Method, Apparatus and Computer Program Product for Providing Stabilization During a Tracking Operation - An apparatus for providing stabilization during a tracking operation may include a processing element configured to define an inertial pointing vector relative to a point of interest, receive tracking information related to the point of interest, and determine compensation of the inertial pointing vector based on the received tracking information and motion of a platform conducting the tracking operation. | 04-16-2009 |
Daniel R. Dempsey, Indianapolis, IN US
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20140214308 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INCREASING BRAKING POWER - Disclosed herein is an apparatus for increasing the braking power of a compression brake of an internal combustion engine having a variable geometry turbocharger. The apparatus includes an intake throttle module configured to close an air intake throttle in response to operation of the compression brake. Further, the apparatus includes a VGT module is configured to adjust a VGT component to decrease the swallowing capacity of the VGT in response to operation of the compression brake. | 07-31-2014 |
Daniel R. Dempsey, Greenwood, IN US
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20140202421 | ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - According to one embodiment, an apparatus for controlling operation of an internal combustion engine includes a conditions module that is configured to determine an out-of-gear condition of the internal combustion engine. The apparatus also includes a permission module that is configured to allow a speed of the internal combustion engine to exceed a maximum engine speed limit if the determined out-of-gear condition meets a threshold, and prevent the speed of the internal combustion engine from exceeding the maximum engine speed limit if the determined out-of-gear condition does not meet the threshold. | 07-24-2014 |
Dennis Dempsey, Willow Street, PA US
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20080280040 | Gasket Formed From Various Materials And Methods Of Making Same - A gasket is provided for creating a seal between two surfaces. The gasket may include a pervious base sheet and a permeating material applied to or incorporated into the base sheet. The gasket is formed by various methods disclosed herein. The gasket may include a base sheet, a primary sealing material covering and/or impregnated the base sheet, and a secondary sealing material covering the primary sealing material. The secondary material may be applied in a predetermined pattern of raised and lowered sections or may be applied as a bead of sealing material. The secondary material may be applied through a variety of techniques including jetting and dispensing using robots such that beads with custom engineered and changing configurations along their lengths are possible. These custom engineered sealing beads provide optimum sealability over the entire area of a joint to be sealed. | 11-13-2008 |
20100253012 | Gasket Having Adhesive Element - A gasket has an upper face and a lower face. The gasket comprises an adhesive element that can have a combination of adhesion strength and compression set resistance. The adhesive element can be carried by a carrier sheet or may be directly applied to sealing surfaces in contact with the gasket. | 10-07-2010 |
Edmond Trey Dempsey, Dallas, TX US
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20140220516 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FOOD ITEM SEARCH WITH NUTRITIONAL INSIGHT ANALYSIS USING BIG DATA INFRASTRUCTURE - A nutritional insight recommendation system using map-reduce software to calculate increasingly large user base and food items to provide real-time updates on nutritional guidelines. The system provides a universal system that use and share data among end users, nutritionists and dieticians, food service providers (such as restaurants) and manufacturers, and health providers and government entities. | 08-07-2014 |
Edward Dempsey, Littleton, CO US
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20120085642 | POLAROGRAPHIC INSTRUMENT SYSTEM FOR OXYGEN AND HYDROGEN MEASUREMENT - A system for measuring hydrogen (H | 04-12-2012 |
Edward C. Dempsey, Aurora, CO US
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20120121573 | Treatment of Pulmonary Vascular Remodeling With Neprilysin - The present invention relates to agonists of Neprilysin and their use in preventing and treating pulmonary vascular remodeling. Also described are diagnostic and screening applications stemming from the inventor's discovery that Neprilysin is expressed at reduced levels in disease tissues. | 05-17-2012 |
20150093373 | TREATMENT OF PULMONARY VASCULAR REMODELING WITH NEPRILYSIN - The present invention relates to agonists of Neprilysin and their use in preventing and treating pulmonary vascular remodeling. Also described are diagnostic and screening applications stemming from the inventor's discovery that Neprilysin is expressed at reduced levels in disease tissues. | 04-02-2015 |
F. Burke Dempsey, Greenwich, CT US
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20110196780 | SIMULATION AUCTION FOR PUBLIC OFFERING - The invention provides a method and system to estimate demand, pricing, allocation and aftermarket demand for public offerings via a simulation auction using collaborative forecasting. The simulation auction incorporates features to enhance participant knowledge about a particular company and its proposed auction. The simulation auction may be used to collect information regarding likely or equilibrium pricing of actual offerings, as well as to generate demand curve provides for different types of participants (e.g. retail and institutional investors). | 08-11-2011 |
20120259764 | Simulation Auction for Public Offering - The invention provides a method and system to estimate demand, pricing, allocation and aftermarket demand for public offerings via a simulation auction using collaborative forecasting. The simulation auction incorporates features to enhance participant knowledge about a particular company and its proposed auction. The simulation auction may be used to collect information regarding likely or equilibrium pricing of actual offerings, as well as to generate demand curve provides for different types of participants (e.g. retail and institutional investors). | 10-11-2012 |
Gabriella J. Dempsey, Ames, IA US
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20120212003 | TERMINAL END MOUNTED PROSTHETIC DEVICE - An adaptive device for aiding a person with a medical condition is provided. The adaptive device is attached to a hand or limb and includes a platform. A bumper is positioned on the platform to aid in the positioning and securing of the device. A holder extends from the platform, either perpendicularly or at an angle to the platform. The holder is configured to receive an item to aid the individual in everyday tasks. The device also includes securing members, which may be straps that are connected to the device to further aid in securing the device to the user. Additionally, the device may include cushions or other comfort members on the bumper, platform, and/or holder. | 08-23-2012 |
Graham Thomas Dempsey US
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20120009589 | SUB-DIFFRACTION IMAGE RESOLUTION AND OTHER IMAGING TECHNIQUES - The present invention generally relates to sub-diffraction limit image resolution and other imaging techniques. In one aspect, the invention is directed to determining and/or imaging light from two or more entities separated by a distance less than the diffraction limit of the incident light. For example, the entities may be separated by a distance of less than about 1000 nm, or less than about 300 nm for visible light. In one set of embodiments, the entities may be selectively activatable, i.e., one entity can be activated to produce light, without activating other entities. A first entity may be activated and determined (e.g., by determining light emitted by the entity), then a second entity may be activated and determined. The entities may be immobilized relative to each other and/or to a common entity. The emitted light may be used to determine the positions of the first and second entities, for example, using Gaussian fitting or other mathematical techniques, and in some cases, with sub-diffraction limit resolution. The methods may thus be used, for example, to determine the locations of two or more entities immobilized relative to a common entity, for example, a surface, or a biological entity such as DNA, a protein, a cell, a tissue, etc. The entities may also be determined with respect to time, for example, to determine a time-varying reaction. Other aspects of the invention relate to systems for sub-diffraction limit image resolution, computer programs and techniques for sub-diffraction limit image resolution, methods for promoting sub-diffraction limit image resolution, methods for producing photoswitchable entities, and the like. | 01-12-2012 |
Graham Thomas Dempsey, Somerville, MA US
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20100297777 | SUB-DIFFRACTION LIMIT IMAGE RESOLUTION AND OTHER IMAGING TECHNIQUES - The present invention generally relates to sub-diffraction limit image resolution and other imaging techniques. In one aspect, the invention is directed to determining and/or imaging light from two or more entities separated by a distance less than the diffraction limit of the incident light. For example, the entities may be separated by a distance of less than about 1000 nm, or less than about 300 nm for visible light. In one set of embodiments, the entities may be selectively activatable, i.e., one entity can be activated to produce light, without activating other entities. A first entity may be activated and determined (e.g., by determining light emitted by the entity), then a second entity may be activated and determined The entities may be immobilized relative to each other and/or to a common entity. The emitted light may be used to determine the positions of the first and second entities, for example, using Gaussian fitting or other mathematical techniques, and in some cases, with sub-diffraction limit resolution. The methods may thus be used, for example, to determine the locations of two or more entities immobilized relative to a common entity, for example, a surface, or a biological entity such as DNA, a protein, a cell, a tissue, etc. The entities may also be determined with respect to time, for example, to determine a time-varying reaction. Other aspects of the invention relate to systems for sub-diffraction limit image resolution, computer programs and techniques for sub-diffraction limit image resolution, methods for promoting sub-diffraction limit image resolution, methods for producing photoswitchable entities, and the like. | 11-25-2010 |
Greg Dempsey, Glen Ellyn, IL US
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20130334779 | INLINE SKATES TRAINING DEVICE - A training device for inline roller skates includes a training wheel bracket, a training wheel mounted upon the bracket, and means for adjustably mounting the device upon the inline skate. The training wheel is adapted to engage upon the travel surface to compensate for any unbalance of the trainee and to enable the trainee to travel, in a desired direction. The training wheel is adapted to provide a braking action to the roller wheels if the trainee loses balance or the trainee's ankle collapses. The training device serves the dual purpose of providing a means of balancing the skater as well as slowing and braking the forward movement of the skater to control and limit the speed of the skater. | 12-19-2013 |
Gregory Dempsey, Glen Ellyn, IL US
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20130014691 | Soccer Goal Securement Monitor - A device indicates a ready and/or upset condition of a ground supported goal such as a soccer goal that has at least one bar that lies in contact with the ground. An indicator arm is movable relative to the contact arm between a ready position and an upset position. A contact arm cooperates with. A biasing element biases the indicator arm to the upset position. When the bar of the goal is no longer in contact with the ground the indicator arm moves from the ready position to the upset position. | 01-17-2013 |
20140014025 | SOCCER GOAL SECUREMENT MONITOR - A device indicates a ready and/or upset condition of a ground supported goal such as a soccer goal that has at least one bar that lies in contact with the ground. An indicator arm is movable relative to the contact arm between a ready position and an upset position. A contact arm cooperates with. A biasing element biases the indicator arm to the upset position. When the bar of the goal is no longer in contact with the ground the indicator arm moves from the ready position to the upset position. | 01-16-2014 |
20140366257 | SPLASH SHIELD FOR PLUNGER - A splash shield for a plunger. The shield is capable of receiving a plunger. The shield has an open configuration and a closed configuration. The shield is also capable of receiving a cover which forces adjusts the shield from the open configuration to the closed configuration. The device may include a secondary shield disposed on the shield. | 12-18-2014 |
Gregory S. Dempsey, Glen Ellyn, IL US
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20100147207 | GOAL TO GROUND MONITOR - A goal to ground indicator device indicates a ready and/or upset condition of a ground supported goal such as a soccer goal that has at least one bar that lies in contact with the ground. The indicator device includes a base plate, a contact arm mounted to the base plate and movable relative to the base plate and an indicator arm mounted to the base plate for cooperation with the contact arm. The contact arm and a portion of the base plate are configured for contact with the bar. The indicator arm is movable relative to the contact arm between a ready position and an upset position. The indicator arm is positioned such that a portion of the contact arm cooperates with a portion of the indicator arm to temporarily maintain the indicator arm in the ready position. A biasing element biases the indicator arm to the upset position. The contact arm resting in the base plate cooperates with the indicator arm against the biasing element to maintain the indicator arm in the ready position when the bar overlies the contact arm. When the bar is moved from the contact arm, the biasing element exerts a force to move the indicator arm from the ready position to move the contact arm from the base plate to disengage the indicator arm and to continue moving the indicator arm to the upset position. The contact arm can be mounted directly to the bar. | 06-17-2010 |
20110131895 | Ground Securing System - A selectively releasable ground securing device that includes a ground member, a clamp body, and a lock assembly that selectively cooperates with the ground member to secure the clamp body relative thereto. The ground member includes a drivable body that is constructed to be driven into a ground surface such that the ground member is generally flush with the upper layer of the ground surface. The lock assembly selectively cooperates with the ground member to secure the clamp body and structure engaged therewith relative to the ground member. In a preferred embodiment, the clamp body cooperates with a rail of a goal assembly to prevent tipping or movement of the goal assembly when the lock assembly is engaged with the ground member. | 06-09-2011 |
20140026497 | GROUND SECURING SYSTEM - A selectively releasable ground securing device that includes a ground member, a clamp body, and a lock assembly that selectively cooperates with the ground member to secure the clamp body relative thereto. The ground member includes a drivable body that is constructed to be driven into a ground surface such that the ground member is generally flush with the upper layer of the ground surface. The lock assembly selectively cooperates with the ground member to secure the clamp body and structure engaged therewith relative to the ground member. In a preferred embodiment, the clamp body cooperates with a rail of a goal assembly to prevent tipping or movement of the goal assembly when the lock assembly is engaged with the ground member. | 01-30-2014 |
Ian Dempsey, New York, NY US
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20110161222 | Coordination Of Algorithms In Algorithmic Trading Engine - An exemplary embodiment comprises: (a) receiving electronic data describing a trading order; (b) selecting one or more first trading algorithms from a plurality of available stored algorithms for execution of the trading order; (c) commencing execution of the trading order via the one or more first trading algorithms; (d) evaluating quality of execution, during the execution, of the trading order via the one or more first trading algorithms; (e) comparing the evaluated quality of execution to a threshold of acceptability based on a prediction of future performance of execution of the trading order by the one or more first trading algorithms; and (f) if the evaluated quality of execution compares unfavorably to the threshold of acceptability, switching the execution of the trading order to one or more second trading algorithms, wherein the processor unit comprises one or more processors. | 06-30-2011 |
James Dempsey, Oakwood, OH US
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20130147476 | ACTIVE RESISTIVE SHIMMING FOR MRI DEVICES - Active resistive shim coil assemblies may be used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems to reduce in-homogeneity of the magnetic field in the imaging volume. Disclosed embodiments may be used with continuous systems, gapped cylindrical systems, or vertically gapped systems. Disclosed embodiments may also be used with an open MRI system and can be used with an instrument placed in the gap of the MRI system. An exemplary embodiment of the active resistive shim coil assembly of the present disclosure includes active resistive shim coils each operable to be energized by separate currents through a plurality of power channels. In some embodiments, the disclosed active resistive shim coil assemblies allow for various degrees of freedom to shim out field in-homogeneity. | 06-13-2013 |
James F. Dempsey, Chagrin Falls, OH US
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20100322497 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGE ACQUISITION AND RECONSTRUCTION - Systems and methods for tomographic reconstruction of an image include systems and methods for producing images from k-space data. A k-space data set of an imaged object is acquired using know k-space data acquisition systems and methods. A portion of the k-space data set is sampled so as to collect some portion of the k-space data. An image is then reconstructed from the collected portion of the k-space data set according to a convex optimization model. | 12-23-2010 |
20110012593 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SHIELDING A LINEAR ACCELERATOR AND A MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING DEVICE FROM EACH OTHER - A radiation therapy system comprises a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system combined with an irradiation system, which can include one or more linear accelerators (linacs) that can emit respective radiation beams suitable for radiation therapy. The MRI system includes a split magnet system, comprising first and second main magnets separated by gap. A gantry is positioned in the gap between the main MRI magnets and supports the linac(s) of the irradiation system. The gantry is rotatable independently of the MRI system and can angularly reposition the linac(s). Shielding can also be provided in the form of magnetic and/or RF shielding. Magnetic shielding can be provided for shielding the linac(s) from the magnetic field generated by the MRI magnets. RF shielding can be provided for shielding the MRI system from RF radiation from the linac. | 01-20-2011 |
20110121832 | SELF-SHIELDED GRADIENT COIL - Gradient coil assemblies for horizontal magnetic resonance imaging systems (MRIs) and methods of their manufacture. Some embodiments may be used with open MRIs and can be used with an instrument placed in the gap of the MRI. In general, concentrations of conductors or radially oriented conductors may be moved away from the gap of the MRI so as to reduce eddy currents that may be induced in any instrument placed within the gap. Systems for directly cooling primary gradient and shield coils may be utilized and various coil supporting structures may be used to assist in coil alignment or to facilitate use of an instrument in the MRI gap. | 05-26-2011 |
20110241684 | SPLIT MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING SYSTEM - A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system includes a split magnet system having a pair of MRI magnet housings separated by gap. A pair of main MRI magnets are disposed within respective MRI magnet housings. A plurality of buttress assemblies are attached to the MRI magnet housings. Some or all of the buttress assemblies are provided with removable connections to the MRI magnet housings. This allows for partial disassembly of the MRI system for improved transport and maneuverability for relocating the MRI system. The MRI system can include a gantry in the gap for supporting a radiation therapy system. Also, the removably buttress assemblies can be used for housing conduits, such as electrical and fluid conduits, between the pair of MRI magnet housings. | 10-06-2011 |
20120076379 | CORRECTION OF SATURATION BANDING ARTIFACTS IN MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING - Systems and methods for correcting saturation banding artifacts in magnetic resonance imaging in which artifact and reference calibration scans are used to create one dimensional or two dimensional correction profiles, which are subsequently applied to actual diagnostic imaging scans to correct the saturation banding artifacts. | 03-29-2012 |
20120165652 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMAGE GUIDANCE DURING MEDICAL PROCEDURES - A surgical guidance system is disclosed that allows for real-time imaging and patient monitoring during a surgical procedure. The system can include an MRI system for generating real-time images of the patient while surgery is being performed. Prior to surgery, a surgical plan can be created using a planning interface. A control unit receives the real-time image data and the surgical plan, and monitors the image data based on parameters included in the surgical plan. The control-unit monitoring occurs in real-time while the surgical procedure is being performed. The control unit can detect deviations from the surgical plan and/or high-risk patient conditions and instruct an alert unit to issue an alert based on the detected conditions. | 06-28-2012 |
20130296687 | VIDEOGRAPHIC DISPLAY OF REAL-TIME MEDICAL TREATMENT - Systems and methods for creation of a videographic representation of a real-time medical treatment by a processor operating in conjunction with a treatment device and an imaging device are described. The representation may include real-time imaging data, a representation of real-time treatment data and contours of relevant anatomy among other things. Related systems and techniques are also described. | 11-07-2013 |
20140072199 | CORRECTION OF SATURATION BANDING ARTIFACTS IN MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING - Systems and methods for correcting saturation banding artifacts in magnetic resonance imaging in which artifact and reference calibration scans are used to create one dimensional or two dimensional correction profiles, which are subsequently applied to actual diagnostic imaging scans to correct the saturation banding artifacts. | 03-13-2014 |
20140121495 | ASSESSMENT AND IMPROVEMENT OF TREATMENT USING IMAGING OF PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSES TO RADIATION THERAPY - Edema in tissue of a patient undergoing a course of radiation therapy or treatment can be estimated based on one or more MRI measurements used to measure changes in fluid content of various tissues. A correlation between observed changes in edema and one or more delivered fractions of radiation can be used to drive one or more clinical actions. Methods, systems, articles of manufacture, and the like are described. | 05-01-2014 |
20140263990 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED RADIOISOTOPIC DOSE CALCULATION AND DELIVERY - Disclosed herein are methods including calibrating a radiotherapy machine to identify an effective radiation source size of a radiation source contained within the radiotherapy machine, the radiation source having a nominal radiation source size, to improve accuracy of a predicted dose profile for one or more radiation beams from the radiation source to further improve accuracy of radiation dose calculation and treatment delivery. | 09-18-2014 |
20140266206 | Radio Frequency Transmit Coil For Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - A radio frequency coil is disclosed that is suitable for use with a magnetic resonance imaging apparatus. The radio frequency coil comprises first and second conductive loops connected electrically to each other by a plurality of conductive rungs. The conductive rungs each include a section that is relatively thin that will result in less attenuation to a radiation beam than other thicker sections of the rungs. Insulating regions are also disposed in areas of the radio frequency coil that are bound by adjacent rungs and the conductive loops. Portions of the insulating regions can be configured to provide a substantially similar amount of attenuation to the radiation beam as the relatively thin sections of the conductive rungs. | 09-18-2014 |
20140266208 | Systems And Methods For Linear Accelerator Radiotherapy With Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Systems and methods for the delivery of linear accelerator radiotherapy in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging in which components of a linear accelerator may be placed in shielding containers around a gantry, may be connected with RF waveguides, and may employ various systems and methods for magnetic and radio frequency shielding. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275696 | Systems And Methods For Isotopic Source External Beam Radiotherapy - The subject matter described herein provides methods for developing an IMRT treatment plan for a radiotherapy system. In one aspect, the method can include providing initial treatment parameters. These parameters can include a number of isotopic beams, a transmission angle for each beam, a prescribed dose for a target, and dose volume histogram constraints. The method can further include determining an initial fluence map including one or more beamlets. The initial fluence map can specify a fluence value for each beamlet. The method can further include determining a delivery sequence for the fluence values in the initial fluence map. The delivery sequence can include one or more apertures formed by the leaves of a collimator. These apertures can have a specified size constrained to substantially less than a maximum size associated with the collimator, when the isotopic beam is near a critical structure. Related apparatus and systems are also described. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275963 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RADIOTHERAPY WITH MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING - Systems and methods for delivery of radiotherapy in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging in which various conductors, shields and shims may be used to solve issues occurring when radiation therapy equipment is placed in the vicinity of an magnetic resonance imaging system. | 09-18-2014 |
20140330108 | System and Method for Image Guidance During Medical Procedures - A surgical guidance system is disclosed that allows for real-time imaging and patient monitoring during a surgical procedure. The system can include an MRI system for generating real-time images of the patient while surgery is being performed. Prior to surgery, a surgical plan can be created using a planning interface. A control unit receives the real-time image data and the surgical plan, and monitors the image data based on parameters included in the surgical plan. The control-unit monitoring occurs in real-time while the surgical procedure is being performed. The control unit can detect deviations from the surgical plan and/or high-risk patient conditions and instruct an alert unit to issue an alert based on the detected conditions. | 11-06-2014 |
20140347053 | Split Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system includes a split magnet system having a pair of MRI magnet housings separated by gap. A pair of main MRI magnets are disposed within respective MRI magnet housings. A plurality of buttress assemblies are attached to the MRI magnet housings. Some or all of the buttress assemblies are provided with removable connections to the MRI magnet housings. This allows for partial disassembly of the MRI system for improved transport and maneuverability for relocating the MRI system. The MRI system can include a gantry in the gap for supporting a radiation therapy system. Also, the removably buttress assemblies can be used for housing conduits, such as electrical and fluid conduits, between the pair of MRI magnet housings. | 11-27-2014 |
20150065860 | Method And Apparatus For Shielding A Linear Accelerator And A Magnetic Resonance Imaging Device From Each Other - A radiation therapy system comprises a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system combined with an irradiation system, which can include one or more linear accelerators (linacs) that can emit respective radiation beams suitable for radiation therapy. The MRI system includes a split magnet system, comprising first and second main magnets separated by gap. A gantry is positioned in the gap between the main MRI magnets and supports the linac(s) of the irradiation system. The gantry is rotatable independently of the MRI system and can angularly reposition the linac(s). Shielding can also be provided in the form of magnetic and/or RF shielding. Magnetic shielding can be provided for shielding the linac(s) from the magnetic field generated by the MRI magnets. RF shielding can be provided for shielding the MRI system from RF radiation from the linac. | 03-05-2015 |
20150077118 | Self-Shielded Split Gradient Coil - Gradient coil assemblies for horizontal magnetic resonance imaging systems (MRIs) and methods of their manufacture. Some embodiments may be used with open MRIs and can be used with an instrument placed in the gap of the MRI. In general, concentrations of conductors or radially oriented conductors may be moved away from the gap of the MRI so as to reduce eddy currents that may be induced in any instrument placed within the gap. Systems for directly cooling primary gradient and shield coils may be utilized and various coil supporting structures may be used to assist in coil alignment or to facilitate use of an instrument in the MRI gap. | 03-19-2015 |
20150185300 | Active Resistive Shimming for MRI Devices - Active resistive shim coil assemblies may be used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems to reduce in-homogeneity of the magnetic field in the imaging volume. Disclosed embodiments may be used with continuous systems, gapped cylindrical systems, or vertically gapped systems. Disclosed embodiments may also be used with an open MRI system and can be used with an instrument placed in the gap of the MRI system. An exemplary embodiment of the active resistive shim coil assembly of the present disclosure includes active resistive shim coils each operable to be energized by separate currents through a plurality of power channels. In some embodiments, the disclosed active resistive shim coil assemblies allow for various degrees of freedom to shim out field in-homogeneity. | 07-02-2015 |
James F. Dempsey, Village Of Oakwood, OH US
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20100113911 | System for Delivering Conformal Radiation Therapy While Simultaneously Imaging Soft Tissue - A device and a process for performing high temporal- and spatial-resolution MR imaging of the anatomy of a patient during intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) to directly measure and control the highly conformal ionizing radiation dose delivered to the patient for the treatment of diseases caused by proliferative tissue disorders. This invention combines the technologies of open MRI, multileaf-collimator or compensating filter-based IMRT delivery, and cobalt teletherapy into a single co-registered and gantry mounted system. | 05-06-2010 |
20120022363 | SYSTEM FOR DELIVERING CONFORMAL RADIATION THERAPY WHILE SIMULTANEOUSLY IMAGING SOFT TISSUE - A device and a process for performing high temporal- and spatial-resolution MR imaging of the anatomy of a patient during intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) to directly measure and control the highly conformal ionizing radiation dose delivered to the patient for the treatment of diseases caused by proliferative tissue disorders. This invention combines the technologies of open MRI, multileaf-collimator or compensating filter-based IMRT delivery, and cobalt teletherapy into a single co-registered and gantry mounted system. | 01-26-2012 |
James F. Dempsey, Oakwood Village, OH US
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20130245425 | System for Delivering Conformal Radiation Therapy While Simultaneously Imaging Soft Tissue - Devices and processes for performing magnetic resonance imaging of the anatomy of a patient during radiation therapy to measure and control the radiation dose delivered to the patient. | 09-19-2013 |
James G. Dempsey, Oshkosh, WI US
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20080228784 | Double word compare and swap implemented by using triple single word compare and swap - A Lock Free and Wait Free method of the appearance of an atomic double word compare and swap (DCAS) operation on a pointer and ABA avoidance sequence number pair of words while using atomic single word compare and swap (CAS) instructions. To perform this function an area of memory is used by this invention and described as a protected pointer. The protected pointer consists of three words, comprising of: a) a pointer to a memory location, such as a node in linked list, together with b) an ABA avoidance sequence number, and combined together with a third word containing c) a specially crafted hash code derived from the pointer and the ABA avoidance sequence number. The three words together are referred to as a three word protected pointer and are used by this invention for implementing a Lock-Free and Wait-Free method of simulating DCAS using three CAS instructions. The specially crafted hash code, when used in a manner as described in this invention, enable competing threads in a multithreaded environment to advance a partially completed method of the appearance of an atomic double word compare and swap (DCAS) operation on a pointer and ABA avoidance sequence number pair of words while using atomic single word compare and swap (CAS) instructions as partially executed by a different thread. The ability for any thread to complete a partially completed appearance of DCAS provides for wait free operation. | 09-18-2008 |
20100051750 | System and method for space elevator deployment - A system and method for the initial deployment of a space elevator using a tether, doubly spooled from each end, an inertial mass, beacon satellite and positional thrusters, whereby tether is de-spooled from geosynchronous Earth orbit altitude, using gravity and centripetal force gradient, and timed such that when the tethers fully de-spool or near the point of being fully de-spooled, are released and the free ends, one left to fall inwards to Earth anchor point, and the other left to fall outwards to tether end ballast support point, result in an Earth anchored self supporting tension structure. | 03-04-2010 |
James Herman Dempsey, Danbury, CT US
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20110094533 | LONG-WEAR MASCARA COMPOSITIONS - A cosmetic composition for use on eyelashes and/or eyelids that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 04-28-2011 |
20110094914 | LONG-WEAR MASCARA COMPOSITIONS - A cosmetic composition for use on eyelashes and/or eyelids that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. In one embodiment of this invention the mascara composition comprises less than about 3.0%, preferably less than about 1.0%, even more preferably less than 0.1%, by weight, of wax and wax like components. In another embodiment, the mascara is substantially free of wax. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 04-28-2011 |
20110117040 | METHODS OF COATING EYELASHES AND EYELIDS WITH A LONG-WEARING MASCARA COMPOSITION - A method of coating eyelashes and/or eyelids with a cosmetic composition that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. In one embodiment of this invention the mascara composition comprises less than about 3.0%, preferably less than about 1.0%, even more preferably less than 0.1%, by weight, of wax and wax like components. In another embodiment, the mascara is substantially free of wax. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 05-19-2011 |
20110117043 | METHODS OF COATING EYELASHES AND EYELIDS WITH A LONG-WEARING MASCARA COMPOSITION - A method of coating eyelashes and/or eyelids with a cosmetic composition that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 05-19-2011 |
20120114585 | Semi-Permanent Mascara Compositions - A semi-permanent mascara composition for use on eyelashes and/or eyelids that includes from 17% to 30%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from 0.1% to 14%, by weight, of a colorant and from 10% to 15%, by weight, of disteardimonium hectorite, and less than about 3% of wax. The semi-permanent mascara composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 05-10-2012 |
20120269753 | Semi-Permanent Cosmetic Concealer - A semi-permanent concealer composition for use on a target skin area that includes from about 10% to about 80% of a non-aqueous carrier from about 15% to about 35% of a tackifier comprising a tall oil glyceride, and from about 0.1% to about 20%, by weight, of colorant particles. The semi-permanent concealer composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics. | 10-25-2012 |
James W. Dempsey, San Jose, CA US
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20120331411 | CROSS PROCESS ACCESSIBILITY - Various representations of a graphical user interface are disclosed. In one aspect, a user interface associated with a first application can include user interface elements associated with a second application and be represented as a data structure (e.g., a tree). In another aspect, an accessibility client can traverse the data structure and interact with the user interface elements associated with the first and second applications. | 12-27-2012 |
Jillian Dempsey, Pasadena, CA US
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20100217023 | EMISSIVE MONOMERIC METAL COMPLEXES - Monomeric metal complexes having improved luminescence properties are provided. In one embodiment, a monomeric metal complex is represented by the formula [PN]M(L) | 08-26-2010 |
John Dempsey, Suffield, OH US
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20130049254 | Tire Molding Apparatus - A tire mold apparatus is provided along with methods of retrofitting a tire mold, such that a tire mold of the type traditionally utilized in a dome type curing press can be modified to have external steam tracings allowing the mold to be utilized in a platen press. | 02-28-2013 |
John Michael Dempsey, Norton, MA US
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20090056900 | Process for producing papermaker's and industrial fabrics - The invention discloses herein the use of short wavelength infrared energy to selectively control the locations where thermal fusing or bonding takes place or does not take place in an industrial fabric. Also, the method involves forming a mushroom cap on the tail of a fiber/yarn or monofilament and also creating a surface pattern formation. | 03-05-2009 |
John Patrick Dempsey, Camarillo, CA US
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20100312670 | Method and apparatus for enchancing open house video tours for real estate properties - A method and a system to provide real estate agents across the United States the ability to support and enhance open house video tours for residential and commercial properties using the Internet. | 12-09-2010 |
Kevin T. Dempsey, Macomb, MI US
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20100119324 | Clinch Nut to Prevent Corrosion - A clinch nut is used to attach a first panel and a second panel with a space therebetween for accepting a liquid primer. The body has a nut face for abutting a first panel and a threaded aperture through the nut body for receiving a threaded bolt. The nut face has grooves into which the first panel is deformed to clinch the nut body to the first panel. An abutment rises from the nut face a distance greater than the thickness of the first panel so that upon the bolting of the second panel to the first panel by the insertion of the threaded bolt into the threaded aperture of the nut body, the second panel will be spaced from the first panel by the abutment thereby assuring that the liquid primer can flow between the first and second panels. | 05-13-2010 |
20140242325 | BLOW MOLDED ASSEMBLY WITH AN ATTACHMENT FASTENER PORTION, AND METHOD THEREOF - A blow molded assembly includes an attachment fastener portion integrated with a plastic component portion, and is formed by a blow molding process. The attachment fastener portion has a shaft and a base, where the base has at least one aperture and a bearing surface. The shaft extends from the bearing surface. The at least one aperture is configured to allow plastic for the plastic component portion to flow sufficiently through the base during the blow molding process such that the attachment fastener portion and the plastic component portion are integrated. The base of the attachment fastener portion may be substantially embedded within the plastic component portion. The shaft of the attachment fastener portion may be configured to receive a matable fastener such that the blow molded assembly may be attached to a structure. To accomplish this, the shaft may be threaded. | 08-28-2014 |
Kirk Jon Dempsey, Appleton, WI US
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20130098545 | Method of Separating A Discrete Portion From A Web - A method of separating a discrete portion from a first web. The discrete portion can be bonded to a second web which may be moving at the same or different speed. The discrete portion can be incorporated into an absorbent article. | 04-25-2013 |
20130102985 | Absorbent Article Having A Discrete Portion - An absorbent article can have a discrete portion formed from a web of material. The discrete portion can have any shape as desired. The absorbent article can have a second discrete portion which can also have any shape as desired. The shape of the second discrete portion can be the same as or different from the shape of the first discrete portion. | 04-25-2013 |
Melissa S. Dempsey, Rochester, NY US
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20140235174 | CO-LOCATED FREQUENCY MANAGEMENT AND MITIGATION | 08-21-2014 |
Michael Dempsey, Westford, MA US
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20090131759 | LIFE SIGN DETECTION AND HEALTH STATE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM - A wearable platform embodied in a belt or patch provides physiological monitoring of soldiers during field operations or trauma victims at accident sites and makes health state assessments. The platform includes sensors for heart rate, body motion, respiration rate and intensity, and temperature and further contains a microprocessor and short range transmitter. An analog circuit running an algorithm obtains the R-wave period from the EKG signal and produces electrical pulses with the period between pulses corresponding to the R-wave period. A rule based processing engine having an evaluation algorithm is capable of making a medical evaluation of subject condition and determines a confidence level for the evaluation. The rules are subject to variation depending upon the subject population. The information is communicated wirelessly to a local hub for relay to a remote monitor. | 05-21-2009 |
Michael Dempsey, Madison, MS US
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20120098710 | Forward Throw Antenna Utility Meter with Antenna Mounting Bracket - A utility meter assembly comprising: a plurality of meter components configured for measuring and collecting data, the meter components including a transceiver operative for communications over a network; a faceplate, configured such that meter reading information is displayed on the front of the faceplate; an exterior cover configured to enclose the meter components and the faceplate, wherein the faceplate is forward of the plurality of meter components; an internal dipole antenna that is situated in a space defined between the faceplate and the exterior cover toward the front of the utility meter assembly; and a mounting bracket that supports the internal dipole antenna. The combined sub-assembly of the mounting bracket and the internal dipole antenna is typically situated away from the meter components, so as to minimize interference by the meter components, and thus achieve improved communications properties measured in isotropic sensitivity and radiated power. | 04-26-2012 |
Michael Dempsey, Groton, MA US
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20100332257 | MEDICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC RECONFIGURATION AND DATA BINDING - Disclosed herein are methods, apparatus and computer program products for a customizable and contextually relevant medical system with automatic reconfiguration and data binding. Some embodiments relate to an enterprise digital assistant capable of changing its functionality based on context and binding medical information associated with one medical entity, for example, a care giver, patient or medical system/device, to medical information associated with another medical entity. Other embodiments relate to a method for automatically reconfiguring an enterprise digital assistant based on context and performing contextually relevant data binding. In this regard, the method provides a module for processing medical data from a plurality of medical entities and transmitting the data to one or more clinical information systems. | 12-30-2010 |
20110093279 | Drug Labeling - Disclosed are systems and methods for enabling transfer of a drug from a first drug container to a second drug container including a drug identification component that recognizes a first drug container to retrieve drug identifying data for the drug, a storage medium that stores a site-specific database comprising attributes and associated values for a set of drugs including the drug in the first drug container, a processor that obtains the drug identifying data and the attributes and associated values for the drug and produces information about the drug using the drug identifying data and the attributes and associated values, a rules engine that applies one or more rules to the information about the drug to generate drug handling information, and an output unit that outputs markings comprising the drug handling information in human-readable or machine-readable form, or both, to be associated with the second container. | 04-21-2011 |
20140136229 | Drug Labeling - Disclosed are systems and methods for enabling transfer of a drug from a first drug container to a second drug container including a drug identification component that recognizes a first drug container to retrieve drug identifying data for the drug, a storage medium that stores a site-specific database comprising attributes and associated values for a set of drugs including the drug in the first drug container, a processor that obtains the drug identifying data and the attributes and associated values for the drug and produces information about the drug using the drug identifying data and the attributes and associated values, a rules engine that applies one or more rules to the information about the drug to generate drug handling information, and an output unit that outputs markings comprising the drug handling information in human-readable or machine-readable form, or both, to be associated with the second container. | 05-15-2014 |
20140249430 | LIFE SIGN DETECTION AND HEALTH STATE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM - A wearable platform embodied in a belt or patch provides physiological monitoring of soldiers during field operations or trauma victims at accident sites and makes health state assessments. The platform includes sensors for heart rate, body motion, respiration rate and intensity, and temperature and further contains a microprocessor and short range transmitter. An analog circuit running an algorithm obtains the R-wave period from the EKG signal and produces electrical pulses with the period between pulses corresponding to the R-wave period. A rule based processing engine having an evaluation algorithm is capable of making a medical evaluation of subject condition and determines a confidence level for the evaluation. The rules are subject to variation depending upon the subject population. The information is communicated wirelessly to a local hub for relay to a remote monitor. | 09-04-2014 |
Michael K. Dempsey, Groton, MA US
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20100321180 | ULTRASONIC COMPLIANCE ZONE SYSTEM - A system is provided for establishing a compliance zone and monitoring interactions therewith. The system includes a compliance zone designator and a wearable device. The compliance zone designator transmits an ultrasound signal to establish the compliance zone. The ultrasound signal may be encoded with information on the compliance zone. The compliance zone designator is configured for placement at a location in which the compliance zone is desired. The wearable device is separate from the compliance zone designator. The wearable device includes a compliance zone recognition component configured to recognize the compliance zone and identify one or more pre-defined interaction criteria for the compliance zone. When the wearable device is within the compliance zone, the compliance zone recognition component recognizes the compliance zone and identifies the interaction criteria of the compliance zone. Based on the interaction criteria the wearable device determines and records compliance with the interaction criteria. The recorded data is optionally used to set off real-time alerts. The recorded data is also optionally used in subsequent analysis and documentation of compliance with protocols. | 12-23-2010 |
20140171152 | PERSONAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM - The present invention is directed towards an easy-to-use and inexpensive personal emergency response system which allows elderly people to summon help should they need it. The system does not require a central monitoring service and hence there is no special monthly monitoring fee. The system also contains all of the information it needs to summon aid and communicate with a standard, unmodified, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) telephone or other communication device; this further reduces cost and complexity. The system also allows two-way voice communications between the user and the responsible party that has been notified in the event of an emergency. | 06-19-2014 |
Morgan J. Dempsey, Phoenix, AZ US
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20080263416 | METHOD AND APPARATUS TO ADJUST VOLTAGE FOR STORAGE LOCATION RELIABILITY - According to embodiments of the present invention, an integrated circuit such as a processor includes a counter to count an actual number of unreliable storage locations in the processor cache, at least one register to store an acceptable number of unreliable storage locations for the cache, a detector to measure a thermal environment of the processor, and circuitry to raise an operating voltage of the processor if the actual number of unreliable storage locations exceeds the acceptable number of unreliable storage locations, and if the thermal environment is acceptable. | 10-23-2008 |
20100070809 | REPAIR BITS FOR A LOW VOLTAGE CACHE - A method and apparatus for repairing cache memories/arrays is described herein. A cache includes a plurality of lines and logically viewable in columns. A repair cache coupled to the cache includes a repair bit mapped to each logically viewable column. A repair module determines a bad bit to be repaired within a column based on any individual or combination of factors, such as the number of errors per line of the cache, the number of errors correctable per line of the cache due to error correction code (ECC), the failure rate of bits, or other considerations. The bad bit is transparently repaired by the repair bit mapped to the column including the bad bit, upon an access to a cache line including the bad bit. | 03-18-2010 |
Nancy Taylor Dempsey, Danbury, CT US
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20140379285 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTELY DETERMINING A BATTERY CHARACTERISTIC - Included are embodiments for remotely determining a battery characteristic. Some embodiments include searching for a first wireless signal that identifies the energy storage device and, in response to receiving the first wireless signal, determining a current charge level of the energy storage device. Some embodiments include receiving a second wireless signal from the energy storage device, determining from the second wireless signal, whether the current charge level of the energy storage device reaches a predetermined threshold, and in response to determining that the current charge level of the energy storage device reaches the predetermined threshold, sending, by the computing device, an alert indicating the current charge level. | 12-25-2014 |
Nancy Taylor Dempsey, Forest Hill, MD US
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20090217938 | Eyelash Extension System - An eyelash extension system having a backbone and a plurality of eyelash extensions attached to the backbone. An adhesive is applied to an application surface of the backbone, and the adhesive is selected from the group of adhesives comprising latex adhesives, solvent-borne adhesives, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), and hot melt adhesives. | 09-03-2009 |
20090217939 | Methods and Apparatuses For Applying Eyelash Extensions - An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator has a closure having a closure surface facing the backbone surface, and a pair of clips, each clip including a first arm, a second arm, and a pivot attached to the first arm and the second arm. A first holder is attached to each of the first arms to releasably attach the backbone to the first arms. Further there is a second holder attached to each of the second arms to releasably attach the closure to the second arms. The first and second arms are moveable between a first state wherein the first and second arms are spaced relative to each other and a second state wherein the first and second arms abut each other. | 09-03-2009 |
20110290271 | Methods and Apparatuses For Applying Eyelash Extensions - An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface configured to be joined with a closure surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator includes a frame having a first end and a second end spaced laterally from the first end, a rail attached to the frame and extending laterally between the first and second ends, and a cam. The cam has a cam surface configured to contact the backbone of the eyelash extension system to urge the backbone to come into contact with the closure as the cam is moved laterally along the rail. | 12-01-2011 |
Nancy Taylor Dempsey, Camforest Hill, MD US
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20140083447 | Methods and Apparatuses for Applying Eyelash Extensions - An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface configured to be joined with a closure surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator includes a frame having a first end and a second end spaced laterally from the first end, a rail attached to the frame and extending laterally between the first and second ends, and a cam. The cam has a cam surface configured to contact the backbone of the eyelash extension system to urge the backbone to come into contact with the closure as the cam is moved laterally along the rail. | 03-27-2014 |
20150020840 | Methods and Apparatuses for Applying Eyelash Extensions - An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface configured to be joined with a closure surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator includes a frame having a first end and a second end spaced laterally from the first end, a rail attached to the frame and extending laterally between the first and second ends, and a cam. The cam has a cam surface configured to contact the backbone of the eyelash extension system to urge the backbone to come into contact with the closure as the cam is moved laterally along the rail. | 01-22-2015 |
Neil Dempsey, Victor, NY US
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20100260527 | PRINT LINE MANAGEMENT FOR CUT SHEET PRINTERS - Multi-colorant and monochromatic digital image print lines are connected to operate sequentially from a single sheet feeder in a first mode and switchable to operate independently from separate feeders in a second mode. The print lines may include sets of monochromatic and multi-colorant marking engines. | 10-14-2010 |
Noel Dempsey, Brewerton, NY US
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20140280899 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SCORING THE CONDITION OF NODES IN A COMMUNICATION NETWORK AND TAKING ACTION BASED ON NODE HEALTH SCORES - Methods and apparatus for monitoring a network and generating overall health scores for communications nodes in the network are described. A monitoring system receives information from a variety of system elements and/or devices which provide information relating to communications service. The information received by the network monitoring system includes information indicating the number of outstanding work orders issued in regard to a trouble report, signal power level variance information, signal alarm information, uncorrectable error information, correctable error information, offline device information, etc. A set of scores for a node are generated based on the different types of received information. The scores are combined using a weighted sum to generate an overall node health score. Nodes are ranked based on overall node health scores and maintenance personal can view the scores as well as the underlying information corresponding to a node to facilitate identification of possible faults. | 09-18-2014 |
Patrick J. Dempsey, New Haven, CT US
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20150210382 | RELATIVE ACCELERATION BLADE POSITION MEASUREMENT - Embodiments are directed to obtaining data from a plurality of sensors located on a rotorcraft, wherein a first plurality of the sensors is associated with a hub of the rotorcraft and a second plurality of the sensors is associated with blades of the rotorcraft, processing the data to isolate blade dynamics using the data from the sensors associated with the blade from rotorcraft maneuvering dynamics using the data from the sensors associated with the hub, obtaining at least one parameter associated with the blade dynamics based on the processing, and analyzing the at least one parameter to control at least one of the rotorcraft and the blades. | 07-30-2015 |
Paul W. Dempsey, Studio City, CA US
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20110003303 | SHEATH FLOW DEVICES AND METHODS - The invention relates generally to fluid processing and, in particular aspects, processing fluids for detection, selection, trapping and/or sorting of particulate moieties. Sheath flow devices described allow isolation of target species from fluid samples while avoiding non-specific binding of unwanted species to the surfaces of the separation device. Biological fluid processing, detection, sorting or selection of cells, proteins, and nucleic acids is described. The invention finds particular use in diagnostic settings, analyzing a patient's medical condition, monitoring and/or adjusting a therapeutic regimen and producing cell based products. | 01-06-2011 |
20110165122 | METHOD FOR TARGETED AND SUSTAINED ANTIVIRAL THERAPY - Compounds compositions and methods of modulating the immune response are provided. The method uses fusion proteins of a cytokine and an antibody to potentiate the action of the cytokine. | 07-07-2011 |
20120301883 | SHEATH FLOW DEVICES AND METHODS - The invention relates generally to fluid processing and, in particular aspects, processing fluids for detection, selection, trapping and/or sorting of particulate moieties. Sheath flow devices described allow isolation of target species from fluid samples while avoiding non-specific binding of unwanted species to the surfaces of the separation device. Biological fluid processing, detection, sorting or selection of cells, proteins, and nucleic acids is described. The invention finds particular use in diagnostic settings, analyzing a patient's medical condition, monitoring and/or adjusting a therapeutic regimen and producing cell based products. | 11-29-2012 |
Robert Dempsey, Pewaukee, WI US
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20100084379 | METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR HARD-FACING - In a hard facing process, a core material is applied to the base material of an article, which may incorporate metal components. An additive is introduced into a molten puddle generated by the hard facing process. The additive functions to increase the wear resistant capabilities of the hard faced article. In one embodiment, the additive comprises mineral particulates, which may consist of diamond granules. | 04-08-2010 |
Robert Dempsey, Flemington, NJ US
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20090186197 | RESILIENT FLOOR TILE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A resilient floor tile is described that comprises a base; a protective film layer; and a decorative layer disposed between the base and the protective film layer; wherein the resilient floor tile has a top surface and a convex edge along a perimeter of the top surface. In another embodiment, the resilient floor tile comprises a decorative layer comprising a printed ink forming a decorative pattern disposed between a base and a protective film layer; wherein the decorative pattern extends over at least a portion of a contoured edge of the tile such that the decorative pattern is substantially undistorted. The process for making a resilient floor tile comprises preheating a printed tile blank; cutting and molding the printed tile blank concurrently to form a resilient floor tile having a convex edge along a top, outer perimeter of the resilient floor tile. | 07-23-2009 |
20100146895 | RESILIENT FLOOR TILE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A resilient floor tile is described that comprises a base; a protective film layer; and a decorative layer disposed between the base and the protective film layer; wherein the resilient floor tile has a top surface and a convex edge along a perimeter of the top surface. In another embodiment, the resilient floor tile comprises a decorative layer comprising a printed ink forming a decorative pattern disposed between a base and a protective film layer; wherein the decorative pattern extends over at least a portion of a contoured edge of the tile such that the decorative pattern is substantially undistorted. The process for making a resilient floor tile comprises preheating a printed tile blank; cutting and molding the printed tile blank concurrently to form a resilient floor tile having a convex edge along a top, outer perimeter of the resilient floor tile. | 06-17-2010 |
Robert J. Dempsey, Plano, TX US
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20090019029 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PERFORMING A SCAN OPERATION ON A TABLE OF A COLUMN-ORIENTED DATABASE - A method and system for performing a scan operation on a table of a column-oriented database is described. One embodiment receives a database query that references a particular column in a table, the particular column being horizontally partitioned into at least one extent, the at least one extent including at least one data block; consults, for each extent in the particular column for which associated metadata is available, the metadata associated with that extent to determine whether that extent is required to process the scan operation; acquires, for each extent in the particular column for which associated metadata is not available, metadata associated with that extent and uses the acquired metadata associated with that extent to determine whether that extent is required to process the scan operation; and performs the scan operation on only those extents in the particular column determined to be required to process the scan operation. | 01-15-2009 |
20090019103 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING A DATABASE QUERY - A method and system for processing a database query is described. One embodiment is a scalable, reconfigurable database query processing system comprising one or more director, user, and performance modules in a configuration that includes shared-nothing behavior of the modules and the distributed processing of primitives for resolving a database query in accordance with a column-oriented database architecture. | 01-15-2009 |
Robert J. Dempsey, Middleton, MA US
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20100190734 | METHOD OF TREATING DRY EYE DISEASE WITH AZITHROMYCIN - The present invention relates to a method for treating dry eye disease. The method comprises identifying a subject suffering from dry eye disease, and administering to the subject an amount of azithromycin effective to reduce dry eye symptoms and/or signs ands to improve tear film quality. Azithromycin is preferably administered topically to the subject in an aqueous ophthalmic solution comprises 0.5-1.5% (w/v) azithromycin in a polymeric suspension. | 07-29-2010 |
20110245190 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING POST SURGERY VISUAL ACUITY OUTCOME WITH AZITHROMYCIN - The present invention relates to a method for treating dry eye disease, comprising the steps of identifying a subject suffering from dry eye disease, and administering to the subject an effective amount of azithromycin. The present invention also relates to a method for reducing contact lens intolerance in a subject, comprising the steps of: identifying a subject suffering from contact lens intolerance due to dry eye disease; and administering to the eyes of the subject an aqueous ophthalmic solution comprising azithromycin. The present invention also relates to a method for improving post surgery visual acuity outcome in a patient, comprising the steps of: identifying a patient in need of an ophthalmic surgical procedure, administering to the patient an effective amount of azithromycin prior to the ophthalmic surgical procedure, and performing the ophthalmic surgical procedures on the patient. | 10-06-2011 |
Robert J. Dempsey, Madison, WI US
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20090198129 | CHARACTERIZATION OF VULNERABLE PLAQUE USING DYNAMIC ANALYSIS - Arterial plaques are evaluated by determining their deformation under the periodic pulsatile force of blood flow. A relationship between plaque deformation and rupture risk is established by measurement of a relationship between deformation and cognitive decline in a sample population. The measured parameters include the maximum accumulated axial strain, maximum lateral displacement and maximum shear strains in soft vulnerable plaques. | 08-06-2009 |
Ryan Dempsey, Westfield, IN US
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20110093088 | SELF DEPLOYING IMPLANT IN NEEDLE - Described, in certain inventive embodiments, are unique devices and methods for introducing implants into soft tissue of a patient. One of these devices includes a tissue-penetrating member that is configured to pass in its entirety through a volume of patient tissue. The tissue-penetrating member has a leading end and a trailing end, and provides a receiving space for receipt of an implant body portion for carrying the implant body portion into the volume of patient tissue. The device also includes an implant that has an implant body portion removably received in the receiving space of the tissue-penetrating member. The implant body portion is configured for deployment from the receiving space in the volume of patient tissue so as to remain deployed there along a passageway traversed by the tissue-penetrating member. | 04-21-2011 |
Ryan Dempsey, Carmel, IN US
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20080248079 | TISSUE AUGMENTATION DEVICES AND METHODS - Tissue augmentation devices, as well as methods of manufacturing and using the same, are disclosed. In certain embodiments, a tissue augmentation device comprises an elongate tissue penetrating member and an amount of remodelable material, wherein at least a portion of the elongate member is cannulated, and at least a portion of the amount of material is received within at least a portion of the cannulated portion of the elongate member. The elongate tissue penetrating member may provide at least one deformation that is configured to constrict portions of the amount of remodelable material received within the elongate member. In alternate embodiments, a flexible covering over an implantable biomaterial provides protection and allows an easier delivery of the biomaterial to a tissue tract. | 10-09-2008 |
20130211519 | KITS, COMPONENTS AND METHODS FOR TISSUE RECONSTRUCTION - Described are components, component combinations, kits and methods useful for creating reconstructed tissue structures such as reconstructed nipple structures. Novel combinations are described involving surgical marking templates, implants having features correlated to the templates, and/or post-surgical shields. | 08-15-2013 |
Steven Dempsey, Napa, CA US
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20140139801 | EYEWEAR WITH INTEGRATED BOTTLE CAP OPENER - Eyewear and a temple arm for eyewear with an integrated bottle cap opener are disclosed. The temple arm is preferably formed of a unitary rigid material, and has a lens frame interface at a proximal end and a downwardly curved ear bridge at a distal end opposite the proximal end. The temple arm further has a substantially straight top edge and a bottom edge having a cutout defined by a point on a forward end and a hump on a rearward end, the point being directed toward the curved ear bridge for engaging the underside of a bottle cap such that the hump acts as a fulcrum to enable the temple arm to be a second-class lever for removing the bottle cap from a bottle. | 05-22-2014 |
Tanya Dempsey, Las Vegas, NV US
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20150035942 | CAMERA SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USE IN ONE OR MORE AREAS IN A MEDICAL FACILITY - A method of monitoring an object during a medical process includes: using one or more cameras to obtain information regarding an actual three dimensional configuration of an object involved in a medical process; obtaining a three-dimensional model of the object representing a geometry of the object; obtaining a movement model of the object; and processing the information, the three-dimensional model, and the movement model to monitor the object during the medical process, wherein the act of processing is performed using a processing unit. | 02-05-2015 |
Thomas M. Dempsey, Cedar Mountain, NC US
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20090001756 | Reconfigurable travel trailer - A travel trailer is provided. The travel trailer may include first and second bed platforms. The platforms are capable of being positioned in a travel configuration for use during transport of the travel trailer. A camping pod is included that has tent fabric. The camping pod is capable of being positioned in a travel configuration in which the camping pod is located above the first bed platform and the second bed platform when the platforms are positioned in the travel configuration. Also, the first bed platform and second bed platform are capable of being positioned in a camping configuration for use when the tent fabric is positioned to form a tent. | 01-01-2009 |
20090007948 | Reconfigurable travel trailer - A travel trailer is provided. The travel trailer may include a camping pod that contains tent fabric. The travel trailer may also have a telescoping member that is configured for raising and lowering the camping pod. | 01-08-2009 |
20100327623 | Reconfigurable travel trailer - A travel trailer is provided. The travel trailer may include a camping pod that contains tent fabric. The travel trailer may also have a telescoping member that is configured for raising and lowering the camping pod. | 12-30-2010 |
20130241176 | TRAVEL TRAILER WITH RECONFIGURABLE BED PLATFORM - A travel trailer is provided. The travel trailer may include a camping pod that contains tent fabric. The travel trailer may also have a telescoping member that is configured for raising and lowering the camping pod. | 09-19-2013 |
Tom Dempsey, Quincy, MA US
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20140162742 | FANTASY SPORTS DRAFT SYSTEM - A system to provide a recommendation of a player to select during a fantasy football draft. The system determines a projected competitiveness of a user's team, and determines what available player best increases their competitiveness. The determination may be based on a number of factors such as best available player, addressing statistical weaknesses of a team, players having the biggest statistical differential over other available players, positional scarcity, and the like. | 06-12-2014 |
William P. Dempsey, The Woodlands, TX US
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20130129628 | FUNCTIONALIZATION OF AND USE OF FUNCTIONALIZED SECOND HARMONIC GENERATING NANOPROBES - Functionalized second harmonic nanoprobes for imaging samples and a method of using such probes to monitor the dynamics different processeses using a variety of imaging techniques are provided. The functionalized second harmonic generating (SHG) nanoprobes are comprised of various kinds of nanocrystalline materials that do not possess an inversion symmetry and therefore are capable of generating second harmonic signals that can then be detected by conventional two-photon microscopy, and are provided with functional surface modifications that allow for targeted imaging of a variety of biological and non-biological processes and structures such as cell signaling, neuroimaging, protein conformation probing, DNA conformation probing, gene transcription, virus infection and replication in cells, protein dynamics, tumor imaging and cancer therapy evaluation and diagnosis as well as quantification in optical imaging. | 05-23-2013 |