Fontaine, US
Aaron M. Fontaine, Fridley, MN US
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20090312630 | INFUSION SYSTEMS INCLUDING COMPUTER-FACILITATED MAINTENANCE AND/OR OPERATION AND METHODS OF USE - Methods for setting up, maintaining and operating a radiopharmaceutical infusion system, that includes a radioisotope generator, are facilitated by a computer of the system. The computer includes pre-programmed instructions and a computer interface, for interaction with a user of the system, for example, in order to track contained volumes of eluant and/or eluate, and/or to track time from completion of an elution performed by the system, and/or to calculate one or more system parameters for quality control, and/or to perform purges of the system. | 12-17-2009 |
20110172524 | INFUSION SYSTEMS INCLUDING COMPUTER-FACILITATED MAINTENANCE AND/OR OPERATION AND METHODS OF USE - Methods for setting up, maintaining and operating a radiopharmaceutical infusion system, that includes a radioisotope generator, are facilitated by a computer of the system. The computer includes pre-programmed instructions and a computer interface, for interaction with a user of the system, for example, in order to track contained volumes of eluant and/or eluate, and/or to track time from completion of an elution performed by the system, and/or to calculate one or more system and/or injection parameters for quality control, and/or to perform purges of the system, and/or to facilitate diagnostic imaging. | 07-14-2011 |
20140374614 | INFUSION SYSTEM WITH RADIOISOTOPE DETECTOR - Methods for setting up, maintaining and operating a radiopharmaceutical infusion system, that includes a radioisotope generator, are facilitated by a computer of the system. The computer includes pre-programmed instructions and a computer interface, for interaction with a user of the system, for example, in order to track contained volumes of eluant and/or eluate, and/or to track time from completion of an elution performed by the system, and/or to calculate one or more system and/or injection parameters for quality control, and/or to perform purges of the system, and/or to facilitate diagnostic imaging. | 12-25-2014 |
20140374615 | RADIOISOTOPE GENERATOR SYSTEM INCLUDING ACTIVITY MEASUREMENT AND DOSE CALIBRATION - Methods for setting up, maintaining and operating a radiopharmaceutical infusion system, that includes a radioisotope generator, are facilitated by a computer of the system. The computer includes pre-programmed instructions and a computer interface, for interaction with a user of the system, for example, in order to track contained volumes of eluant and/or eluate, and/or to track time from completion of an elution performed by the system, and/or to calculate one or more system and/or injection parameters for quality control, and/or to perform purges of the system, and/or to facilitate diagnostic imaging. | 12-25-2014 |
Aaron Michael Fontaine, Fridley, MN US
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20130195091 | WIRELESS BRIDGE DEVICE - Techniques are described for connecting devices that use the ANT wireless protocol to other devices or networks that use the Wi-Fi wireless protocol. In one example, a network device is disclosed that comprises a processor configured to receive ANT data from a sensor, encapsulate the ANT data in a Wi-Fi packet, and transmit the Wi-Fi packet directly to a wireless access point without using an intermediate computing device. | 08-01-2013 |
Alan Fontaine, Louisville, CO US
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20100193575 | Cartons, Packages, Blanks, And Containers Having Dispensing And Opening Features - A carton, package, or container formed from a blank and that include a film or other moisture resistant lining applied thereto are described. The film is adhered to the inside panels of the carton, package, or container. The carton, package, or container are capable of receiving a lid and contents therein when formed. The cartons, packages, and containers include reclosable features and may be sealed against moisture and other environmental factors. | 08-05-2010 |
20150024094 | Antimicrobial Packaging Material - A packaging material includes an antimicrobial agent adhered to a substrate. The antimicrobial agent can include copper, and the packaging material can include cellulose. The substrate can be paperboard, and the copper can be a copper salt, such as copper sulfate. The packaging material may be provided by causing adherence between the substrate and the antimicrobial agent, such as by coating the substrate with the antimicrobial agent. Then, the packaging material may be cut into sheets. The sheets may be formed into cartons or other suitable packages. | 01-22-2015 |
20150197383 | Carton With Opening Feature - A carton having an opening feature. The carton may include a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels may include a top panel, a bottom panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel. The carton may further include a dispenser having a dispenser panel that is at least partially defined by a tear line having a perforation pattern. The perforation pattern may have at least one cut having a central portion, a first distal portion extending from the central portion, and a second distal portion extending from the central portion. | 07-16-2015 |
Anthony Delisle Fontaine, Henderson, NV US
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20140113713 | RANDOM BASED CONCURRENT, MULTI-VENUE, MULTI-RACE, MULTI-OUTCOME PROGRESSIVE PARI-MUTUEL WAGERS - A system generates multiple presentations, or game play opportunities, based upon a single defined value set relating to a wager produced by the outcome of concurrent, multi-venue, multi-event, multi-outcome horse racing pari-mutuel wager. Once the wager has been defined, the events comprising the dataset of wagers are arranged sequentially. One or more random number generators are utilized to distribute the dataset elements as well as corresponding numbers, symbols or images in a random rather than sequential fashion thereby resulting in multiple unique game play opportunities. | 04-24-2014 |
Anthony L. Fontaine, Henderson, NV US
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20090094164 | REMOTE ACCESS VERIFICATION ENVIRONMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method for authentication of the location of a user requesting remote access to an application server for processing a transaction requiring user location authentication. The system includes a client for enabling the user to request remote access to the application server, an access server for receiving and processing the request for access, an authenticating server for authenticating the user location responsive to receipt of the processed request from the access server, and a network for interconnecting the client, the access server, the authenticating server, and the application server. The client includes an identifier associated with the user's location, and the authenticating server is adapted to authenticate the client location identifier. The client may include a dialer, including a number associated therewith, and the authenticating server may be adapted to identify the number associated with the dialer to authenticate the user's location, and may further be adapted to identify the first number dialed to further authenticate the user location. The authenticating server may issue a security challenge to the client, and the client may interrogate the security challenge, generate a response, and transmit the response to the authenticating server. | 04-09-2009 |
20100144428 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PLACING A WAGER ON A PARI-MULTUEL EVENT - A method and system is provided to permit placing a wager on a pari-mutuel event in which expert handicapper's prognoses are displayed to a player to permit them to formulate either simple or complicated exotic wagers, and to be able to aggregate a wager with those of other players to satisfy wagering minimums. | 06-10-2010 |
20120276989 | Method and system for placing a wager on a pari-mutuel event - A method and system is provided to permit placing a wager on a pari-mutuel event in which expert handicapper's prognoses are displayed to a player to permit them to formulate either simple or complicated exotic wagers, and to be able to aggregate a wager with those of other players to satisfy wagering minimums. | 11-01-2012 |
20140279134 | Method and system for extending participation in an online auction to a winning bidder - The invention is a secondary exchange system attached to an online auction system which provides winners with the ability to extend their play. The online auction system facilitates the sale of goods and services through an auction which offers bidders the potential for purchasing goods and services at huge discounts from retail pricing. The invention enables winning bidders to optionally exchange their purchase for alternative items or credits towards future auctions. This provides the participant a validation for the purchase of the initial item, the option of exchanging for an item of greater perceived personal value, or the means to extend their play and enjoy the excitement of the experience without additional cost. | 09-18-2014 |
20150254763 | Method and System for Extending Participation in an Online Auction to a Winning Bidder - The invention is a secondary exchange system attached to an online auction system which provides winners with the ability to extend their play. The online auction system facilitates the sale of goods and services through an auction which offers bidders the potential for purchasing goods and services at huge discounts from retail pricing. The invention enables winning bidders to optionally exchange their purchase for alternative items or credits towards future auctions. This provides the participant a validation for the purchase of the initial item, the option of exchanging for an item of greater perceived personal value, or the means to extend their play and enjoy the excitement of the experience without additional cost. | 09-10-2015 |
20160049047 | Method and System for Placing a Wager on a Pari-Mutuel Event - A system for aggregating wagers in a pari-mutuel betting pool having a minimum acceptable wager amount as required by a track for placement in which odds are changeable until the wagering pool closes. The system includes a display for presenting an individual as a single wagering opportunity the outcome of a wager in a pari-mutuel betting pool, the wager involving the picking of more than one horse within a single race, with the payout only upon an exact match of the picked horses. The system includes a wager placing unit adapted to place the wagers in an aggregator for aggregating pari-mutuel betting pool wagers from multiple players that would be less than the minimum acceptable wager amount as required by a the track for placement so as to provide players with the ability to place wagers in various denominations where previously they would not have been accepted. | 02-18-2016 |
Benjamin F. Fontaine, Lunenburg, MA US
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20130055820 | Pressure Measuring Instrument - A pressure sensor ( | 03-07-2013 |
Brian E. Fontaine, Southbridge, MA US
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20160067619 | Toy Figure Assembly - A toy figure assembly can be interconnected to construct a toy figure. The mating parts of the toy figure assembly are structured for friction fit attachment and include an upper body part including a neck portion and a trunk portion; a lower body part including a rod portion, a stud portion, a legs portion, and a feet portion; and arm parts having a hand portion, a forearm portion, an elbow portion, an upper arm portion, and a shoulder portion. | 03-10-2016 |
Chelsey Fontaine, Waltham, MA US
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20130303943 | ANTI-REFLUX MECHANISM FOR URINE COLLECTION SYSTEMS - A urine collection system includes an anti-flux mechanism to reduce the amount of urine that may flow from within the collection bag back into the urine meter. The urine collection system includes a urine meter, a collection member defining at least a first opening for receiving urine from the urine meter and a shield positioned adjacent the opening of the collection member. The shield is affixed to the collection member at predetermined connection points along a periphery of the shield whereby urine flows between the connection points from the urine meter to the collection member. The shield may be affixed to an internal surface of the bag. The shield may be spot welded to the collection member at the connection points. The shield may include at least a first slot configured to permit the passage of fluid therethrough. | 11-14-2013 |
Chelsey Fontaine, Needham, MA US
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20100036283 | ANTI-REFLUX MECHANISM FOR URINE COLLECTION SYTEMS - A urine collection system includes an anti-flux mechanism to reduce the amount of urine that may flow from within the collection bag back into the urine meter. The urine collection system includes a urine meter, a collection member defining at least a first opening for receiving urine from the urine meter and a shield positioned adjacent the opening of the collection member. The shield is affixed to the collection member at predetermined connection points along a periphery of the shield whereby urine flows between the connection points from the urine meter to the collection member. The shield may be affixed to an internal surface of the bag. The shield may be spot welded to the collection member at the connection points. The shield may include at least a first slot configured to permit the passage of fluid therethrough. | 02-11-2010 |
Daniel L. Fontaine, Hudson, NH US
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20110115580 | TWO LEVEL MATRIX FOR EMBODYING DISPARATE MICRO-MACHINED COAXIAL COMPONENTS - A system is provided for three dimensional coaxial transmission of signals in a micro-machined component, the system having, a micro-machined component matrix with a first metallic sheet having a plurality of first access holes disposed therein; a second metallic sheet having a plurality of second access holes disposed therein; a plurality of metal posts disposed between the first and second metallic sheets such that the metallic sheets are maintained at a desired distance; walls defining a coaxial transmission channel; and a coaxial transmission core disposed within the channel. | 05-19-2011 |
David Fontaine, Mountain View, CA US
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20150206277 | UNIFIED MEMORY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - The present invention facilitates efficient and effective utilization of unified virtual addresses across multiple components. In one embodiment, the presented new approach or solution uses Operating System (OS) allocation on the central processing unit (CPU) combined with graphics processing unit (GPU) driver mappings to provide a unified virtual address (VA) across both GPU and CPU. The new approach helps ensure that a GPU VA pointer does not collide with a CPU pointer provided by OS CPU allocation (e.g., like one returned by “malloc” C runtime API, etc.). | 07-23-2015 |
James R. Fontaine, Marilla, NY US
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20100001100 | Piston pump for a sprayer - A piston pump for a backpack sprayer, which operates reliably without damage due to scoring of the wall of the piston cylinder by powders such as wetable solids, which tend to be abrasive and score or scratch the piston cylinder wall which is of plastic material. The pump has a plastic piston cylinder. A liner provided by a sleeve of metal which is not subject to scratching and is of sufficient thickness to maintain a cylindrical shape of the piston wall. The seal of the piston rides on the piston wall liner as the piston reciprocates in pumping the spraying liquid and particles suspended therein from a tank into a pressure chamber in the tank, from which pressure chamber the spraying liquid is extracted for spraying via a hose and a spraying nozzle. The sleeve is molded upon injection of the plastic providing the piston cylinder pump by being mounted on a core having a step which partially overlaps an edge of the sleeve. Upon injection of the plastic and cooling thereof in the mold, the sleeve is captured and held against axial movement in the cylinder by a step in the plastic which partially overlaps the end of the sleeve. Preferably the sleeve is metal which is harder than the particles of the spraying liquid, and may suitably be of stainless steel. | 01-07-2010 |
20110266371 | Spray gun - A spray gun, which is convertible for use with and without an extension wand, may use the valve mechanism and nozzle attached adjacent to the handle of the gun. When spraying requires the spray to be released away from the gun handle and for spot applications of the spraying liquid, the spraying nozzle is removed and the extension wand or tube is attached to the gun handle. The valve assembly remains in place and another valve assembly and nozzle is provided at the end of the extension furthest away from the handle. A rod is attached to and extends between the valves so that they both move together from closed to open positions responsive to the trigger of the spray gun. When the valves are closed, there is no spraying liquid in the extension. The valving is dripless both with and without the extension. When the trigger is actuated for spraying, spraying liquid under pressure as from a sprayer tank passes through the first valve, the extension tube, and the second valve and exits via the spraying nozzle. The attachment to the first valve may be by a threaded end thereof screwed into a threaded blind hole of the valve of the first valve adjacent the handle. This attachment facilitates disassembly of the extension and rod assembly when only the first valve and the nozzle associated therewith is adapted to be used in spraying. | 11-03-2011 |
20140261755 | CLOG RETARDING FILTERING APPARATUS FOR INLET FLUID INTO A PRESSURE CHAMBER OF A SPRAYER - To assist the filtering from a tank into the inlet port of the pressure chamber of a sprayer, an additional pumping structure is attached to the pumping mechanism of the sprayer. A hose extends into the tank of the sprayer and draws fluid from the tank into the additional pumping structure. Fluid is pumped from the additional pumping structure via the hose to provide a jet of fluid upon a filter over the inlet port. The jet of fluid flushes the filter and retards the accumulation of debris thereon, thereby retarding the clogging of the filter. | 09-18-2014 |
20150219087 | PERISTALTIC PUMP AND TRAILER MOUNTED SELF PUMPING SPRAYER SYSTEM INCORPORATING SAME - A sprayer system having a trailer, which is pulled by a tractor or other tow body, and has a tank carrying liquid to be sprayed and a spray head. The trailer has a peristaltic pump mounted on a frame and driving pumping power from the wheels of the trailer so that the sprayer is self pumping when the trailer is pulled. The peristaltic pump provides a smooth flow by providing a multiplicity of pulses of liquid produced by the pump from the rotation of the trailer wheels by wrapping the compressible tube of each pump around an assembly of rollers which are rotated by drive wheels. The tube is wrapped at least 360° around the rollers and is held stationary by being connected to fixed outlet and inlets of each pump. The tube lies side by side on at least one of the rollers of each assembly and overlaps that roller. | 08-06-2015 |
20160038960 | BATTERY OPERATED BACKPACK SPRAYER - A battery operated backpack sprayer is provided where the battery is releasably mounted under a housing attached to the tank of the sprayer. At the bottom of the housing is a receptacle for the battery and from which the battery can be released for recharging or replacement. | 02-11-2016 |
Jean-Emmanuel Fontaine, Vienna, VA US
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20080216154 | IDENTITY-BASED WIRELESS DEVICE CONFIGURATION - Techniques are provided for the relating identity information with wireless configuration information for a wireless device or a wireless network. A trusted system may be used to generate wireless configuration parameters for a wireless network based on identity information. The identity-based wireless configuration information may be stored on the trusted system remote to the wireless network and accessible to the wireless device. The wireless configuration may be migrated from the trusted system to the wireless device. | 09-04-2008 |
20110238786 | Using a Home-Networking Gateway to Manage Communications - Techniques are provided for managing communications from an external computer system to a gateway device on a home network. Content is downloaded to the home network, stored on the home-networking gateway and then made available to a device on the home network that is capable of using the stored content. Additionally, a home-networking gateway manages communications between external computer systems and the home network to give priority to human interactive communications over the downloading of entertainment content for future use. | 09-29-2011 |
20140115141 | USING A HOME-NETWORKING GATEWAY TO MANAGE COMMUNICATIONS - Techniques are provided for managing communications from an external computer system to a gateway device on a home network. Content is downloaded to the home network, stored on the home-networking gateway and then made available to a device on the home network that is capable of using the stored content. Additionally, a home-networking gateway manages communications between external computer systems and the home network to give priority to human interactive communications over the downloading of entertainment content for future use. | 04-24-2014 |
Jeffrey G. Fontaine, San Jose, CA US
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20080307429 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR AUTONOMOUSLY MAINTAINING A SINGLE SYSTEM IMAGE IN A PARALLEL SYSTEMS COMPLEX - An apparatus, system, and method for autonomously maintaining a single system image in a parallel systems complex. A computer program product causes the relevant systems in a parallel systems complex to receive requests with a global scope from a user. The request is sent to each IMS system in the sysplex, and each IMS system applies the resource information and logs the resource information for recovery. The request is written to a shared medium which IMS sysplex members can access. When an IMS member is brought online, the IMS member restores status information first from local recovery logs. The IMS member then checks the information against the global medium to determine if requests were issued while the IMS was offline. If so, the IMS inherits the information in the global medium before processing work. An IMS added into the sysplex applies the information from the global medium before processing work. | 12-11-2008 |
20140201165 | REWRITING RELATIONAL EXPRESSIONS FOR DIFFERENT TYPE SYSTEMS - A computer determines that the type of one or more of a relational operator and operands of a relational expression originated in a first type system, and determines the sign of at least one of the operands. The computer rewrites the relational expression based on the sign of at least one of the operands, sends the rewritten relational expression for evaluation in a second type system, and receives the evaluated rewritten relational expression after evaluation in the second type system. The computer can rewrite the relational expression by generating a group of terms joined disjunctively, as well as by generating a group of conjunctive terms joined disjunctively. | 07-17-2014 |
20140201166 | REWRITING RELATIONAL EXPRESSIONS FOR DIFFERENT TYPE SYSTEMS - A computer determines that the type of one or more of a relational operator and operands of a relational expression originated in a first type system, and determines the sign of at least one of the operands. The computer rewrites the relational expression based on the sign of at least one of the operands, sends the rewritten relational expression for evaluation in a second type system, and receives the evaluated rewritten relational expression after evaluation in the second type system. The computer can rewrite the relational expression by generating a group of terms joined disjunctively, as well as by generating a group of conjunctive terms joined disjunctively. | 07-17-2014 |
Jeffrey J. Fontaine, Woodbury, MN US
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20130113919 | HIGH RESOLUTION AUTOFOCUS INSPECTION SYSTEM - An inspection device comprises a camera assembly including an objective lens that captures and collimates light associated with an object being inspected, an image forming lens that forms an image of the object based on the collimated light, and a camera that renders the image. The camera assembly defines a focal point distance from the objective lens that defines a focal point of the camera assembly. The inspection device comprises an optical sensor positioned to detect an actual distance between the objective lens and the object, an actuator that controls positioning of the objective lens to control the actual distance between the objective lens and the object, and a control unit that receives signals from the optical sensor indicative of the actual distance. Control signals from the control unit can control the actuator to adjust the actual distance such that the actual distance substantially equals the focal point distance. | 05-09-2013 |
Jonathan Fontaine, Hudson, NH US
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20150256474 | RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOR MULTIPLE DESKTOP CONFIGURATIONS FOR SUPPORTING VIRTUAL DESKTOPS OF DIFFERENT USER CLASSES - A service provider can efficiently allocate server computer resources to tenant users, while isolating tenants from such allocation decisions. A tenant specifies a desktop model to be used for virtual desktops to be provisioned for a pool of users. The service provider has desktop managers for each tenant, each of which manages a homogeneous set of server computers to be used for provisioning virtual desktops for the tenant. Different desktop managers for a tenant are used to manage different sets of server computers to support virtual desktops using different desktop models or desktop models with different resource requirements. A resource manager of the service provider assigns virtual desktops to a desktop manager in a manner that optimizes the utilization of the server computers by using information about the desktop model used by the virtual desktops. | 09-10-2015 |
Jonathan Fontaine, Royal Oak, MI US
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20140196965 | VEHICLE GRILLE CLOSE-OUT ASSEMBLY - A vehicle grille assembly is provided with a grille and a close-out assembly. The close-out assembly is adapted to at least partially block an airflow opening in the vehicle grille is moveable to translate and rotate with respect to the airflow opening. | 07-17-2014 |
Joseph S. Fontaine, San Francisco, CA US
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20090158242 | LIBRARY OF SERVICES TO GUARANTEE TRANSACTION PROCESSING APPLICATION IS FULLY TRANSACTIONAL - A transaction processing development methodology employs a transaction processing development framework to facilitate development of a desired transaction processing application in a particular business area. A library of service adaptors is provided. At least a first portion of the service adaptors are generically applicable to transaction processing applications that are fully transactional and at least a second portion of the service adaptors are specifically applicable to transaction processing applications in a particular business area. A user-defined business logic of the desired transaction processing application is processed to instantiate the transaction processing application, including instantiating service adaptors from the first portion of the service adaptors and from the second portion of the service adaptors, to implement services of the transaction processing application. The instantiated service adaptors are arranged to guarantee such that, when executed, the transaction processing application is accomplished in a manner that is fully transactional. | 06-18-2009 |
20090158246 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR BUILDING TRANSACTIONAL APPLICATIONS USING AN INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT - A transaction processing development methodology employs a transaction processing development framework to facilitate development of a desired transaction processing application. A plurality of service adaptors are provided. An infrastructure is provided via which a user defined business logic of the desired transaction processing application may be provided to the transaction processing development framework. The business logic definition is processed to instantiate the transaction processing application, including, instantiating a subset of the service adaptors to implement services of the transaction processing application, and further including arranging the instantiated service adaptors to accomplish the business logic in conjunction with generic transaction processing logic. The arrangement of service adaptors is guaranteed, when executed, to accomplish the transaction processing application in a manner that is fully transactional. | 06-18-2009 |
Kenneth A. Fontaine, Pawcatuck, CT US
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20100242757 | METHOD OF GRAVURE PRINTING WITH LIQUID RADIATION CURABLE INKS - The invention relates to a gravure printing ink and a method of multi-color gravure printing on flexible substrates with liquid radiation curable inks. Individual colors are transferred via direct contact between engraved gravure cylinder and a substrate. Each color is dried such that the sequentially printed ink layers transfer through the press without distortion of the printed image during multiple web turns around turn bars. Finally the printed substrate is cured by exposing an electron beam unit. The gravure printing ink comprises an admixture of a) a water dispersible pigment; b) a water dispersible, ethylenically unsaturated monomer, ethylenically unsaturated oligomer or ethylenically unsaturated polymer which is polymerizable or crosslinkable by the application of sufficient electron beam radiation; c) a defoaming agent; d) sufficient water to form a dispersion with components a), b) and c), which dispersion has a viscosity of from about 25 cps to about 200 cps. | 09-30-2010 |
Lawrence R. Fontaine, Bloomington, MN US
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20100131796 | System and Method for Detecting and Recovering from Errors in an Instruction Stream of an Electronic Data Processing System - A system and method are provided for detecting and recovering from errors in an Instruction Cache RAM and/or Operand Cache RAM of an electronic data processing system. In some cases, errors in the Instruction Cache RAM and/or Operand Cache RAM are detected and recovered from without any required interaction of an operating system of the data processing system. Thus, and in many cases, errors in the Instruction Cache RAM and/or Operand Cache RAM can be handled seamlessly and efficiently, without requiring a specialized operating system routine, or in some cases, a maintenance technician, to help diagnose and/or fix the error. | 05-27-2010 |
Lucien Fontaine, Lincoln, RI US
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20090004559 | CAP ASSEMBLY FOR A HIGH CURRENT CAPACITY ENERGY DELIVERY DEVICE - A cap assembly for use in an electrochemical cell. The cap assembly includes a tab collection post, a core insert, and at least one current collecting tab connected at one end to an electrode foil in the electrochemical cell, and horizontally connected at the other end to the tab collection post and the core insert. The at least one current collecting tab is disposed between and welded with the tab collection post and the core insert. The cap assembly also includes a shock absorber disposed around the core insert. | 01-01-2009 |
20100266893 | Method and Design for Externally Applied Laser Welding of Internal Connections in a High Power Electrochemical Cell - An electrochemical cell includes components that are welded from an external source after the components are assembled in a cell canister. The cell canister houses electrode tabs and a core insert. An end cap insert is disposed opposite the core insert. An external weld source, such as a laser beam, is applied to the end cap insert, such that the end cap insert, the electrode tabs, and the core insert are electrically coupled by a weld which extends from the end cap insert to the core insert. | 10-21-2010 |
20130108903 | Electrical Insulator for Electrochemical Cell | 05-02-2013 |
Lucien Paul Fontaine, Lincoln, RI US
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20140377626 | NICKEL IRON BATTERY - A Nickel iron battery using a mono-block housing that has cells with leak-proof intercell connections. The intercell connections use compressed grommets to prevent fluid transfer between the cells. Each cell generates a charge that can be connected in series or parallel as required. The cells use an electrode plate that enables a manufacturing process which yields higher efficiency, higher throughput, and significantly lower battery cost. The anode composition of the cells has iron powder to increase cathode utilization, therefore lowering cathode material usage and lowering production cost. | 12-25-2014 |
Manvel Fontaine, Manvel, TX US
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20140080970 | MULTI-METALLIC ZIEGLER-NATTA PROCATALYSTS AND CATAYSTS PREPARED THEREFROM FOR OLEFIN POLYMERIZATIONS - Novel catalyst compositions comprising three or more transition metals are effective in increasing catalyst efficiency, reducing polydispersity, and increasing uniformity in molecular weight distribution when used in olefin, and particularly, linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE), polymerizations. The resulting polymers may be used to form differentiated products including, for example, films that may exhibit improved optical and mechanical properties. | 03-20-2014 |
Mike Fontaine, Marshalltown, IA US
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20140124055 | VALVE CAGE HAVING ZERO DEAD BAND BETWEEN NOISE ABATEMENT AND HIGH CAPACITY FLOW SECTIONS - A valve cage for a fluid flow control device includes a hollow cylindrical body, a noise abatement section, a high capacity flow section, and a transition section. The noise abatement section has a plurality of inlet openings, a plurality of outlet openings, and a plurality of tortuous flow paths extending between the inlet and outlet openings. The high capacity flow section is disposed axially adjacent to the noise abatement section and includes a first axial end, a second axial end, and a plurality of primary flow openings. The transition section is defined at an interface between the noise abatement section and the second axial end of the high capacity flow section and includes a plurality of transition openings. The transition section provides a valve cage with zero dead band between the noise abatement and high capacity flow sections when implemented into a fluid flow control device. | 05-08-2014 |
Montgomery Fontaine, Minneapolis, MN US
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20080251525 | Hand-held vessel - A hand-vessel designed for holding fluids, viscous materials, loose materials, and particularly to holding paint, varnish, epoxy, stain, and other fluids. The hand-held vessel may use a support frame for a liner-vessel. In some embodiments, the liner comprises a waste gutter located near the upper rim designed to catch drips and reduce the mess caused by wiping the brush against the sides of the vessel and along the top rim. In other embodiments the liner comprises a brush retention cavity. In still other embodiments, the frame includes an attached handle. | 10-16-2008 |
Nicolas Fontaine, Keyport, NJ US
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20140153922 | Multi-Mode Optical Communication With Mode Mixtures - An apparatus includes an optical transmitter having a plurality of optical data modulators and an end-face coupler. Each of the optical data modulators is configured to output a corresponding data-modulated optical carrier. The optical end-face coupler is configured to direct the data-modulated optical carriers into a pattern of light beams to illuminate an end-face of a multi-mode optical fiber with a pattern of light spots. The optical end-face coupler is configured to cause each of the data-modulated optical carriers to excite a set of orthonormal optical propagating modes of the multi-mode optical fiber. Some of the orthonormal optical propagating modes of the set have nontrivially differing intensity and/or phase profiles. | 06-05-2014 |
Nicolas K. Fontaine, Holmdel, NJ US
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20140079353 | SPATIAL DIVISION DIVERSITY IN PHOTONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - An apparatus includes a plurality of input optical couplers and a plurality of output optical couplers. The input optical couplers are placed in a pattern to receive light from multiple locations of an end face of an input multimode optical fiber (MMOF). The output optical couplers are placed in a pattern to provide light to multiple locations of an end face of an output MMOF. The apparatus further includes a plurality of single-mode optical paths. Each of the paths is connected to a corresponding one of the input optical couplers and a corresponding one of the output optical couplers. | 03-20-2014 |
Nicolas K. Fontaine, Murray Hill, NJ US
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20150085884 | WAVELENGTH-SELECTIVE SWITCH FOR SPACE-DIVISION MULTIPLEXED SYSTEMS - An optical apparatus includes a front optics section and a spectrometer section. The front optics section includes a spot de-multiplexer configured to receive a plurality of multi-mode optical signals each having a plurality of modal components, and to output in a linear array of a corresponding plurality of optical beams for each multimode optical signal. The spectrometer section includes a wavelength steering element configured to separate each of the optical beams into a plurality of wavelength channels. A fiber steering element is configured to steer the wavelength channels between the optical beams. | 03-26-2015 |
Nicolas K. Fontaine, Aberdeen, NJ US
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20150085351 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A MULTI-MODE PUMP IN AN OPTICAL AMPLIFIER - An optical amplifier includes a multi-mode pump laser module, a multi-mode waveguide, a multi-mode to multiple single-mode fiber converter module and a plurality of single-mode cores. The multi-mode pump laser module emits pump light having a plurality of modes to the multi-mode fiber or waveguide. The multi-mode waveguide propagates the emitted pump light to the converter module. The converter module receives the pump light and distributes the pump light approximately uniformly to a plurality of single-mode cores. | 03-26-2015 |
20150086157 | Photonic Lantern Spatial Multiplexers with mode selectivity - A photonic lantern spatial multiplexer that provides mode selectivity includes a multimode optical waveguide and a plurality of single mode optical waveguides. The single mode cores of the single mode optical waveguides merge with the multimode core of the multimode optical waveguide. At least two of the single mode cores have different respective single mode effective refractive indexes. | 03-26-2015 |
Nicolas K. Fontaine, Keyport, NJ US
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20140055843 | Multi-Mode Optical Fiber Amplifier - An apparatus includes a multi-core optical fiber and first, second, and third optical couplers. The multi-core optical fiber is rare-earth doped to provide optical amplification in response to optical pumping thereof. The first optical coupler is configured to end-couple a first multi-mode optical fiber to an end of the multi-core optical fiber. The second optical coupler is configured to end-couple a second multi-mode optical fiber to an end of the multi-core optical fiber. The third optical coupler is configured to optically couple a pump light source to the multi-core optical fiber. | 02-27-2014 |
20140294346 | WAVELENGTH-SELECTIVE CROSS-CONNECT DEVICE HAVING ASTIGMATIC OPTICS - A wavelength-selective cross-connect (WSXC) device configured to route any set of carrier wavelengths from a corresponding input port to any selected output port. The WSXC device comprises a diffraction grating and a beam-steering device optically coupled to one another and to the input/output ports using astigmatic optics. The astigmatic optics includes one or more cylindrical lenses configured to image one beam-steering surface onto another beam-steering surface to enable a continuous spectral response. The astigmatic optics may further include (i) a cylindrical Fourier lens that enables the WSXC device to convert a change in the angular beam steering performed by the beam-steering device into a corresponding image-spot displacement at the output ports and/or (ii) one or more cylindrical lenses configured to image the active surface of the beam-steering device onto the diffraction grating. Various unfolded configurations of the various embodiments of the WSXC device are also disclosed. | 10-02-2014 |
20150085352 | OPTICAL AMPLIFIER FOR SPACE-DIVISION MULTIPLEXING - In an example embodiment, an optical amplifier comprises a doped multi-core optical fiber and two optical couplers placed at the ends of the doped multi-core fiber, with each optical coupler having a respective plurality of optical waveguide cores optically coupled to the optical waveguide cores of the doped multi-core fiber. The spatial arrangement of the cores at the input end of the first optical coupler is configured for low-loss intake of the optical energy from the input transmission line. The spatial arrangement of the cores at the output end of the first optical coupler and the spatial arrangement of the cores at the input end of the second optical coupler match the spatial arrangement of the cores in the doped multi-core fiber. The spatial arrangement of the cores at the output end of the second optical coupler is configured for low-loss transfer of the optical energy into the output transmission line. | 03-26-2015 |
20150086199 | COMPACT TWO-STAGE OPTICAL AMPLIFIER - Various exemplary embodiments relate to an optical amplifier, including: a multicore rare-earth doped optical fiber with a first plurality of cores associated with a first stage of the optical amplifier and a second plurality of cores associated with a second stage of the optical amplifier; a three dimensional (3D) waveguide configured to couple input space division multiplexed (SDM) channels into the first plurality of cores at a first end of the multicore rare-earth doped optical fiber and to couple channels from the second plurality of cores to output SDM channels; a reflector configured to optically interconnect the first plurality of cores to the second plurality of cores; and pump laser coupled to the multicore rare-earth doped optical fiber configured to produce laser pump light to pump the multicore rare-earth doped optical fiber. | 03-26-2015 |
20160085024 | Optical Spatial Mode-Multiplexer - An apparatus includes an optical fiber bundle that includes a plurality of input optical fibers and a tapered segment. One end of each of the input optical fibers physically connects to a wide end of the tapered segment. The optical fiber bundle is an integral unit. The input optical fibers are multimode optical fibers. Fundamental optical propagating modes of at least two of the multimode optical fibers have different velocities. | 03-24-2016 |
Norman H. Fontaine, Painted Post, NY US
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20090142790 | Label Free Biosensors and Cells - Disclosed are compositions and methods for using label free optical biosensors for performing cell assays. In certain embodiments the assays can be performed in high throughput methods and can be multiplexed. | 06-04-2009 |
20090275074 | System and Method for Performing G Protein Coupled Receptor (GPCR) Cell Assays Using Waveguide-Grating Sensors - The present invention includes a system and method that uses optical LID biosensors to monitor in real time agonist-induced GPCR signaling events within living cells. Particularly, the present invention includes a system and method for using an optical LID biosensor to screen compounds against a target GPCR within living cells based on the mass redistribution due to agonist-induced GPCR activation. In an extended embodiment, the present invention discloses different ways for self-referencing the optical LID biosensor to eliminate unwanted sensitivity to ambient temperature, pressure fluctuations, and other environmental changes. In yet another extended embodiment, the present invention discloses different ways for screening multiple GPCRs in a single type of cell or multiple GPCRs in multiple types of cells within a single medium solution. In still yet another extended embodiment, the present invention discloses different ways to confirm the physiological or pharmacological effect of a compound against a specific GPCR within living cells. | 11-05-2009 |
20110305598 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - A microfluidic device is described herein which comprises a micron-sized deep flow channel and a sensor. The micron-sized deep flow channel is configured such that a sample solution and a reference solution flow side-by-side to one another in a single sensing region of the sensor. The single sensing region is divided into a detection region and a reference region which are contiguous to one another and which are respectively interfaced with the sample solution and the reference solution that flow side-by-side to one another in a longitudinal direction within the micron-sized deep flow channel. | 12-15-2011 |
20120071351 | LABEL FREE BIOSENSORS AND CELLS - Disclosed are compositions and methods for using label free optical biosensors for performing cell assays. In certain embodiments the assays can be performed in highthough put methods and can be multiplexed. | 03-22-2012 |
Norman Henry Fontaine, Painted Post, NY US
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20110128546 | Variable Penetration Depth Biosensor - A surface plasmon resonance sensor system including a high refractive index prism, a sensor chip, a light source having multiple wavelengths over a broad range of wavelengths, optical lenses, a photodetector, a data acquisition unit, and as defined herein. The sensor chip can include, for example, a thin layer of silicon and gold on one face of a transparent substrate and the prism adjacent to the opposite face of the transparent substrate. Such an arrangement provides variable penetration depths up to about 1.5 micrometers with a dynamic range for sensing index of refraction changes in a sample that are several times greater than that of a conventional SPR sensor. The disclosure provides methods for using the surface plasmon resonance sensor system for cell assay or chemical assay related applications. | 06-02-2011 |
20110171746 | Variable Penetration Depth Biosensor Methods - A surface plasmon resonance sensor system including a high refractive index prism, a sensor chip, a light source having multiple wavelengths over a broad range of wavelengths, optical lenses, a photodetector, a data acquisition unit, and as defined herein. The sensor chip can include, for example, a thin layer of silicon and gold on one face of a transparent substrate and the prism adjacent to the opposite face of the transparent substrate. Such an arrangement provides variable penetration depths up to about 1.5 micrometers with a dynamic range for sensing index of refraction changes in a sample that are several times greater than that of a conventional SPR sensor. The disclosure provides methods for using the surface plasmon resonance sensor system for cell assay or chemical assay related applications. | 07-14-2011 |
20120133943 | Systems And Methods For Multi-Wavelength SPR Biosensing With Reduced Chromatic Aberration - Systems and methods for sensing a surface plasmon resonance (SPR) biosensor using two or more wavelengths and with reduced chromatic aberration are disclosed. The system includes a beam-forming optical system that has chromatic aberration at the two or more wavelengths. A light source system provides respectively light of the two or more wavelengths, with light of each wavelength provided from a different distance from the beam-forming optical system. The different distances are selected to reduce or eliminate adverse effects of chromatic aberration on the formation of a focus spot on the SPR biosensor chip. An illumination system for illuminating a SPR biosensor using different light having different wavelengths is also disclosed. | 05-31-2012 |
20140057310 | Label Free Biosensors And Cells - Disclosed are compositions and methods for using label free optical biosensors for performing cell assays. In certain embodiments the assays can be performed in high throughput methods and can be multiplexed. | 02-27-2014 |
20140118740 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING A PROFILE CHARACTERISTIC OF A GLASS SAMPLE - Systems and methods for measuring a profile of a glass sample ( | 05-01-2014 |
20150346109 | METHOD FOR PARTICLE DETECTION ON FLEXIBLE SUBSTRATES - Methods for detection of particulate on thin, flexible substrates wherein the substrate is positioned in a bend comprising an apex line. The apex line is illuminated by grazing angle illumination, and light from the illumination scattered by the particulate is captured by a detection apparatus. | 12-03-2015 |
Norston Fontaine, Plymouth, MN US
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20080251525 | Hand-held vessel - A hand-vessel designed for holding fluids, viscous materials, loose materials, and particularly to holding paint, varnish, epoxy, stain, and other fluids. The hand-held vessel may use a support frame for a liner-vessel. In some embodiments, the liner comprises a waste gutter located near the upper rim designed to catch drips and reduce the mess caused by wiping the brush against the sides of the vessel and along the top rim. In other embodiments the liner comprises a brush retention cavity. In still other embodiments, the frame includes an attached handle. | 10-16-2008 |
20160067920 | MODULAR USER-CONFIGURABLE MULTI-PART 3D LAYERING SYSTEM AND HOT END ASSEMBLY - Apparatus and associated methods for a user configurable modular 3D layering system provide a modular frame assembly, and two or more deposition print heads that are user-configurably disposed along an X-axis carriage drive system. A deposition-receiving tray may have a configurable Z-axis throw. In an exemplary embodiment, an X-axis carriage drive system may include one or more sensors for detecting a starting position of the print heads. For example, the sensor may be a micro-switch engageable by one or more print heads. In an exemplary embodiment, the print heads are removable from the X-axis carriage assembly. In some embodiments, each print head may operate independently of adjacent print heads. In an exemplary embodiment, each print head may include an injection nozzle for depositing the filament. In some embodiments, a y-carriage assembly may include a height sensor for the tray. | 03-10-2016 |
Norston Fontaine, Minneapolis, MN US
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20080307612 | TIE DOWN TENSIONING DEVICE - A simple and inexpensive device for a reliable tie down tensioning which device enables the tie-down to be quickly and easily applied and the flexible element tensioned and just as quickly and easily removed. | 12-18-2008 |
20100212116 | TIE DOWN TENSIONING DEVICE - A simple and inexpensive device for a reliable tie down tensioning which device enables the tie-down to be quickly and easily applied and the flexible element tensioned and just as quickly and easily removed. | 08-26-2010 |
Paul A. Fontaine, Plano, TX US
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20080204133 | Circuits and apparatus to reduce transient output noise in an audio amplifier - Circuits and apparatus to reduce transient output noise in an audio amplifier are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus comprises an amplifier, and an amplifier controller to digitally change a common-mode voltage of the amplifier to reduce an output noise of the amplifier. | 08-28-2008 |
Paul H. Fontaine, Plano, TX US
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20090097178 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO DETECT AND OVER-CURRENT IN SWITCHING CIRCUITS - Methods and apparatus to detect an over-current in switching circuits are described. An example method to detect an over-current in a switching circuit includes randomly selecting a sensor from a plurality of sensors operatively coupled to an output stage of the switching circuit; detecting a first voltage via the randomly selected sensor; and comparing the first voltage to a reference voltage to generate a signal, wherein the signal indicates a status of the output stage of the switching circuit. | 04-16-2009 |
Paul-Herve Aymeric Fontaine, Plano, TX US
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20130188808 | Method and Apparatus for Circuit with Low IC Power Dissipation and High Dynamic Range - An apparatus comprises a selected volume detector that detects a selected output volume; an analog output signal amplifier; a digital volume amplifier; a boost gain control element coupled to the selected volume detector; the analog output signal amplifier; and the digital volume amplifier; wherein the boost gain control element is configured to: keep a gain of a path of the digital volume amplifier and the analog output signal amplifier substantially constant, wherein the boost gain control element can adjust both: a) a gain of the digital volume control; and b) a gain of the analog output signal amplifier; to keep the gain of the path of the digital volume amplifier and the analog output signal substantially constant and equal to the selected output volume. | 07-25-2013 |
Philip P. Fontaine, Manvel, TX US
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20110207902 | METAL-LIGAND COMPLEXES AND CATALYSTS - The present invention generally relates to metal-ligand complexes, catalysts comprising or prepared from the metal-ligand complexes, processes of catalyzing olefin polymerization reactions with the catalysts to prepare polyolefins, polyolefins prepared thereby, processes of making the metal-ligand complexes and catalysts, and intermediate compounds useful therefor. | 08-25-2011 |
20110207903 | PROCESS FOR POLYMERIZING AN OLEFIN MONOMER AND CATALYST THEREFOR - The present invention generally relates to a process that polymerizes an olefin monomer, and a precatalyst and catalyst useful in such process. | 08-25-2011 |
Philip P. Fontaine, Houston, TX US
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20150148490 | POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION - The instant invention provides a polyolefin composition suitable for packaging applications, films, multilayer structures and packaging devices made therefrom. The polyolefin composition according to the present invention comprises: an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition comprising (a) from 50 to 75 percent by weight of a first ethylene/α-olefin copolymer fraction having a density in the range of 0.894 to 0.908 g/cm | 05-28-2015 |
20150148491 | POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION - The instant invention provides a polyolefin composition suitable for injection molding applications, and method of making such injection molded articles. The polyolefin composition suitable for injection molding applications comprises: an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition comprising: (a) from 25 to 50 percent by weight of a first ethylene/α-olefin copolymer fraction having a density in the range of from 0.924 to 0.937 g/cm | 05-28-2015 |
20150291713 | CATALYST SYSTEMS FOR OLEFIN POLYMERIZATION - The instant invention provides procatalysts and catalyst systems for olefin polymerization, olefin based polymers polymerized therewith, and process for producing the same. In one embodiment, the instant invention provides a procatalyst comprising a metal-ligand complex of formula (I). | 10-15-2015 |
20150337062 | Ethylene Based Polymer - The instant invention provides an ethylene based polymer. | 11-26-2015 |
20150337063 | Polymerization Process for Producing Ethylene Based Polymers - The instant invention provides a polymerization process for producing ethylene based polymers. | 11-26-2015 |
20150344601 | An Ethylene Based Polymer - The instant invention provides an ethylene based polymer. | 12-03-2015 |
20150344602 | A Polymerization Process for Producing Ethylene Based Polymers - The instant invention provides a polymerization process for producing ethylene based polymers. | 12-03-2015 |
20150344681 | A POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION - The instant invention provides a polyolefin composition suitable for injection molding applications, and method of making such injection molded articles. The polyolefin composition suitable for injection molding applications comprises: an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer composition comprising: (a) from 25 to 50 percent by weight of a first ethylene/α-olefin copolymer fraction having a density in the range of from 0.924 to 0.937 g/cm | 12-03-2015 |
Ricky J. Fontaine, Lexington, KY US
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20140310880 | THERAPEUTIC MATTRESS ASSEMBLY - A therapeutic mattress assembly comprising a mattress having a substrate assembly that includes a plurality of cylinders positioned side by side over the length of the mattress. Each cylinder is configured as a low air loss system to allow air to flow into the cylinder from a source and out of the cylinder through small holes located on the top of each cylinder. An overlay assembly provides a foam cushion that provides a supporting surface above the substrate assembly for the patient. A calf lift bladder operates to effectively raise or lower the patient's feet to prevent pressure related injuries. A lateral rotation assembly selectively raises and lowers a selected half of the mattress to turn patients in a lateral direction. A bolster inflates in response to the lateral rotation assembly to secure the patient within the mattress. | 10-23-2014 |
20140310881 | THERAPEUTIC MATTRESS ASSEMBLY - A therapeutic mattress assembly comprising a mattress having a substrate assembly that includes a plurality of cylinders positioned side by side over the length of the mattress. Each cylinder is configured as a low air loss system to allow air to flow into the cylinder from a source and out of the cylinder through small holes located on the top of each cylinder. An overlay assembly provides a foam cushion that provides a supporting surface above the substrate assembly for the patient. A calf lift bladder operates to effectively raise or lower the patient's feet to prevent pressure related injuries. A lateral rotation assembly selectively raises and lowers a selected half of the mattress to turn patients in a lateral direction. A bolster inflates in response to the lateral rotation assembly to secure the patient within the mattress. | 10-23-2014 |
Ricky Jay Fontaine, Shelbyville, KY US
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20110173758 | INFLATABLE MATTRESS AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME - A body support having a number of fluid cells received within respective apertures in one or more layers of foam is described and illustrated. In some embodiments, the fluid cells are in two or more different groups, each of which can be selectively inflated and deflated to increase or decrease pressure against a user's body at different locations across the body support. Each of the fluid cells in each group can be individually surrounded by foam, can be covered by a layer of foam, and can be separated from other fluid cells in the same group by one or more fluid cells from another group. Accordingly, in some embodiments, the cells of one group can be inflated and deflated while or after the cells of another group are deflated and inflated, respectively, to reduce the opportunity for pressure points to generate discomfort of the user. | 07-21-2011 |
Robert W. Fontaine, Houston, TX US
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20090276061 | Online Modular Parameterization and Successive Linear Programming for Improving Manufacturing Plant Operations - Methods and systems for substantially optimizing plant operations within a manufacturing environment. The method can include separating the manufacturing environment into two or more individual modules, wherein each individual module contains a fundamental principles-based model, and wherein the totality of the individual modules represents the entire manufacturing environment. Each individual module can be independently parameterized upon said module reaching steady state, wherein inter-module data flow can be provided to at least one of the individual modules during parameterization, and wherein an output of the parameterization comprises an individual, calibrated steady-state model of each individual module. A reduced order model can be derived from each parameterized module, and the reduced order models can be assembled to provide a facility reduced order model. The facility reduced order model can then be solved to provide improved or new operating conditions or operating condition targets. | 11-05-2009 |
Robin Fontaine, Berkeley, CA US
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20100231692 | System and method for performing motion capture and image reconstruction with transparent makeup - A system and method are described for performing motion capture on a subject using transparent makeup, paint, dye or ink that is visible to certain cameras, but invisible to other cameras. For example, a system according to one embodiment of the invention comprises the application of makeup, paint, dye or ink on a subject in a random pattern that contains a phosphor that is transparent in the visible light spectrum, but is emissive in a non-visible spectrum such as the infrared (IR) or ultraviolet (UV) spectrum; using visible light such as ambient light or daylight to illuminate the subject; using a first plurality of cameras sensitive in the visible light spectrum to capture the normal coloration of the subject; and using a second plurality of cameras sensitive in a non-visible spectrum to capture the random pattern. | 09-16-2010 |
Scott Fontaine, Seattle, WA US
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20090152049 | Rack Attachable to Scaffolding - One or more rack modules may be semi-permanently attached to a deck to provide storage for material. Each rack module comprises a top horizontal member which may be adjusted in length to accommodate decks with different widths. A vertical member is attached to the top horizontal member; one or more horizontal arms extend out from the vertical member. One or more of the horizontal arms may be adjustable in length. Material may be stored on an arm or arms of a single rack module or may be disposed across multiple such arms, including across multiple such arms of multiple rack modules. | 06-18-2009 |
20110210088 | Rack Attachable to Scaffolding - One or more rack modules may be semi-permanently attached to a deck to provide storage for material. Each rack module comprises a top horizontal member which may be adjusted in length to accommodate decks with different widths. A vertical member is attached to the top horizontal member; one or more horizontal arms extend out from the vertical member. One or more of the horizontal arms may be adjustable in length. Material may be stored on an arm or arms of a single rack module or may be disposed across multiple such arms, including across multiple such arms of multiple rack modules. | 09-01-2011 |
20120118667 | Quick Connect Roof Clip and Roof Jack - A quick connect roof clip is releasably attachable to at least one quick connect roof jack. The quick connect roof clip is releasable from the quick connect roof jack and may be left in place for later use. A structure or element is provided for attachment of a lanyard attachment. The quick connect roof clip and quick connect roof jack may be releasably connected by a quick connect attachment head. | 05-17-2012 |
20120267193 | Shoes for Quick Connect Roof Jack and Roof Clip - A shoe protects a roof material from direct contact with a roof jack; the roof jack connects to a quick connect roof clip via a projection. The quick connect roof jack and roof clip are releasable; the quick connect roof clip may be left in place for later use. | 10-25-2012 |
20120267594 | Safety Rail for Quick Connect Roof Clip and Roof Jack - A safety rail attached to a baluster, suitable for attachment to a roof jack and/or which works in conjunction with a quick connect roof clip. | 10-25-2012 |
Timothy Aldor Fontaine, Kuna, ID US
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20140231608 | Adjustable Beverage Holder - A beverage holder for receiving vessels which includes a coupling device capable of being attached to flat horizontal surfaces such as, but not limited to, bleacher seats, tables and lawn chairs. The beverage holding device has a cylindrical shaped “cup” or “Basket” that allows the user to place a beverage container of varying types and sizes inside. | 08-21-2014 |
Wanda Fontaine, Bloomfield, NJ US
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20080206371 | NOVEL BURN TREATMENT COMPOSITION - The invention is directed to a novel topical burn treatment compositions comprising a silicone containing compound, a Vitamin E compound and a local anesthetic. and their use in treating topical burns. | 08-28-2008 |
20100112103 | BURN TREATMENT COMPOSITION AND METHOD - The invention is directed to a method for treating topical burns with compositions comprising a silicone containing compound, a Vitamin E compound and a local anesthetic. | 05-06-2010 |
Wanda Fontaine, Plainfield, NJ US
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20130028851 | SUNSCREEN COMPOSITION WITH IMPROVED AESTHETIC PROPERTIES - Compositions for the protection of an object from UV light are provided. For example, in certain aspects, the compositions can include a plurality of silicone-containing compounds that improve the aesthetic properties. | 01-31-2013 |
20140187518 | ANTI-ITCH SCALP TREATMENT COMPOSITIONS AND COMBINATIONS - Provided herein are sulfate free and/or sodium chloride free scalp treatment compositions comprising corticosteroid, combinations containing these compositions, kits and methods, particularly for treating and/or preventing itchy scalp. | 07-03-2014 |