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20140067539 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TAXONOMY-DRIVEN MARKETING CAMPAIGN CREATION FROM A REPOSITORY - Methods and systems for establishing a web presence, a mobile-optimized web presence, a marketing campaign and a mobile-optimized marketing campaign. Various embodiments of the methods and systems disclosed herein may permit independently generating mobile-optimized and desktop versions of one or more web presences, landing pages and marketing campaigns based on business information and taxonomies. Computer systems implementing methods of establishing mobile-optimized web presences and marketing campaigns are also disclosed. | 03-06-2014 |
20150046191 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING GENOMIC INFORMATION - Various embodiments provide interfaces to access genomic testing information and incorporate it into daily physician practice. According to one aspect, a graph-based data model is used that may be used to organizes and revise precision medicine knowledge. In one example structure, gene states are abstracted into alteration groups, where alteration groups are built using reverse engineering actionable information and storing that information within the graph-based data structure. Volumes of genomic alterations and associated information (e.g., journal articles, clinical trial information, therapies, etc.) are analyzed and synthesized into actionable information items viewable on an alteration system in a graph-based data format. According to one embodiment, the system can be configured to focus practitioners on discrete portions of the alteration information on which they can act. According to other aspects, curated information is provided on the system to enable practitioners to make informed decisions regarding the implications of the presence of specific genomic alterations. | 02-12-2015 |
20150294359 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TAXONOMY-DRIVEN MARKETING CAMPAIGN CREATION FROM A REPOSITORY - Methods and systems for establishing a web presence, a mobile-optimized web presence, a marketing campaign and a mobile-optimized marketing campaign. Various embodiments of the methods and systems disclosed herein may permit independently generating mobile-optimized and desktop versions of one or more web presences, landing pages and marketing campaigns based on business information and taxonomies. Computer systems implementing methods of establishing mobile-optimized web presences and marketing campaigns are also disclosed. | 10-15-2015 |
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20090264705 | GAS WATER BOTTLE ADAPTOR - The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle. | 10-22-2009 |
20110034862 | INSUFFLATING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR CONTROLLING THE SUPPLY OF A DISTENDING MEDIA TO AN ENDOSCOPIC DEVICE - The present invention is directed to a system, method, and computer program product for controlling the supply of a distending media (such as an insufflating gas) from a distending media source to an endoscopic device so as to prevent the excess venting and/or waste of distending media. More specifically, the present invention provides for the detection of a pressure level within a lumen of an endoscopic device and adjusts a supply parameter of the distending media based at least in part on the detected pressure level, and in some cases, on the relationship between the detected pressure level and a user-defined threshold. | 02-10-2011 |
20110054256 | IN-LINE GAS ADAPTOR FOR ENDOSCOPIC APPARATUS - The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A sealing member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure. | 03-03-2011 |
20110065995 | IN-LINE GAS ADAPTOR FOR ENDOSCOPIC APPARATUS - The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure. | 03-17-2011 |
20120130304 | SYSTEM, DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING AND CONTROLLING THE SUPPLY OF A DISTENDING MEDIA FOR CT COLONOGRAPHY - Embodiments of the present invention relate to systems, devices, and methods for delivering distending media to an organ of a patient with a dispensing device for acquiring an image of the organ while distended. In one embodiment, an insufflating system comprises a controller for detecting a pressure level of the distending media within an organ of a patient, wherein the controller is configured to signal an operator to acquire an image of the organ when the pressure level is within a predetermined pressure range for a predetermined period of time. Further, the insufflating system comprises a valve assembly in communication with the controller and in fluid communication between the source of distending media and the organ of the patient, wherein the valve assembly is configured to adjust a flow rate of the distending media delivered to the organ of the patient, and an administration set configured to direct the distending media from the valve assembly to the organ of the patient. | 05-24-2012 |
20120157770 | Insufflating System, Method, And Computer Program Product For Controlling The Supply Of A Distending Media To An Endoscopic Device - The present invention is directed to a system, method, and computer program product for controlling the supply of a distending media (such as an insufflating gas) from a distending media source to an endoscopic device so as to prevent the excess venting and/or waste of distending media. More specifically, the present invention provides for the detection of a pressure level within a lumen of an endoscopic device and adjusts a supply parameter of the distending media based at least in part on the detected pressure level, and in some cases, on the relationship between the detected pressure level and a user-defined threshold. | 06-21-2012 |
20130237761 | IN-LINE GAS ADAPTOR FOR ENDOSCOPIC APPARATUS - The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A sealing member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure. | 09-12-2013 |
20130245377 | IN-LINE GAS ADAPTOR FOR ENDOSCOPIC APPARATUS - The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure. | 09-19-2013 |
20140275803 | ADJUSTABLE BITE BLOCKS - Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adjustable bite block for positioning within a person's mouth and maintaining the mouth in an open position. The adjustable bite block comprising at least one band of curved material comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first and second portions configured to be coupled to one another so as to define a closed loop with an opening defined therethrough, wherein the first and second portions are further configured to be selectively adjusted relative to one another so as to adjust a radial dimension of the loop, and wherein the band is configured to be positioned within the person's mouth such that at least a portion of the loop maintains the person's mouth in an open position. Embodiments of the adjustable bite block may use snap tabs spaced along the band or a ratchet mechanism for adjustment of the radial dimension. | 09-18-2014 |
20140296642 | GAS WATER BOTTLE ADAPTOR - The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle. | 10-02-2014 |
20150144215 | DISPOSABLE AIR/WATER VALVE FOR AN ENDOSCOPIC DEVICE - An air/water valve assembly for use in an endoscope or other medical equipment is provided. The valve assembly includes a spool and a one-piece sealing member that includes a number of sealing rings. The spool can be injection molded, and the sealing member can be overmolded onto the spool. A spring, retainer, and housing are also included to form the valve assembly. As such, an air/water valve assembly may be made that can be used in a single medical procedure and then discarded in a cost-effective manner. Corresponding methods of manufacturing an air/water valve assembly are also provided. | 05-28-2015 |
20150209491 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TISSUE SPECIMEN COLLECTION - A system and method for retaining a tissue specimen obtained via a collection tube is provided. Embodiments provide a system including a collection device removably and serially disposed between a collection tube and a suction tube so as to allow fluid communication therebetween via the collection device. The collection device includes a screen for retaining a tissue specimen drawn into the collection device by and towards the suction tube while allowing any fluid accompanying the tissue to be drawn through the collection device and into the suction tube. The system also includes one or more end caps for sealing the collection device such that the collection device may store and/or transport the retained tissue specimen in a preservation fluid. A system for identifying and organizing collection devices retaining tissue specimens from various anatomical regions is also provided. | 07-30-2015 |
20150238067 | GAS WATER BOTTLE ADAPTOR - The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle. | 08-27-2015 |
20150297063 | WATER BOTTLE CAP ASSEMBLIES FOR AN ENDOSCOPIC DEVICE - Embodiments of the present invention provide water bottle cap assemblies suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device and a water source. For example, the water bottle cap assembly includes a cap comprising a plurality of ports and an engageable member configured to sealingly engage with a water source. The assembly also includes a plurality of tubular members, each tubular member coupled to a respective port so as to be in fluid communication therewith. In addition, the assembly includes an adaptor coupled to an end of one of the tubular members and configured to couple to an endoscopic device, wherein at least one of the tubular members is configured to convey at least one fluid between the water source and the endoscopic device. | 10-22-2015 |
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20090214395 | Raw Material Efficiency Method and Process - A method and apparatus are disclosed for controlling product discharge from a fluidized bed reactor and for minimizing the loss of the unreacted monomer in the fluidizing gas upon removing the solid polymer product from the reactor. The method and apparatus utilize at least one detector in the product tank or its vent line and a control system in communication with the detector and the product tank fill valve, along with certain algorithms, to adjust by an iterative process, the product discharge time, thereby maximizing resin fill in the product tank and minimizing the lost reactor gas volume. | 08-27-2009 |
20100209307 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING THE PREDICTION OF POLYMER PROPERTIES AND A SYSTEM HAVING IMPROVED POLYMER PROPERTY PREDICTION CAPABILITIES - The instant invention is a method for improving the prediction of polymer properties and a system having improved polymer property prediction capabilities. The method for improving the prediction of polymer properties according to instant invention comprises the following steps of: (1) providing a polymer; (2) providing a prediction model; (3) utilizing said prediction model to define an average polymer property prediction value; (4) determining a feasible range; (5) measuring one or more properties of said polymer; (6) determining whether said one or measured polymer properties are within said feasible range: (7) validating said one or more measured polymer properties if said one or more measured polymer properties fall within the feasible range or invalidating said one or more measured polymer properties if said one or more measured polymer properties fall outside of the feasible range; (8) optionally updating said prediction model; (9) repeating said previous steps at least one or more times; and (10) thereby improving the prediction of polymer properties. The polymerization system having improved polymer property prediction capabilities according to instant invention comprises at least one polymerization reactor; an automated prediction model; means for measuring one or more polymer properties; means for detecting one or more erroneous measured polymer properties; and means for updating said automated predication model. | 08-19-2010 |
20100331499 | RAW MATERIAL EFFICIENCY METHOD AND PROCESS - A method and apparatus are disclosed for controlling product discharge from a fluidized bed reactor and for minimizing the loss of the unreacted monomer in the fluidizing gas upon removing the solid polymer product from the reactor. The method and apparatus utilize at least one detector in the product tank or its vent line and a control system in communication with the detector and the product tank fill valve, along with certain algorithms, to adjust by an iterative process, the product discharge time, thereby maximizing resin fill in the product tank and minimizing the lost reactor gas volume. | 12-30-2010 |
20130123440 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING A POLYMERIZATION REACTOR - Embodiments of the invention provide a method of controlling a gas-phase polymerization process. The method includes determining a difference between a control variable of the polymerization process, such as the production rate, and the desired value of the control variable; adjusting or maintaining a first manipulated variable to at least partially compensate for the difference between the control variable and the desired value; and adjusting or maintaining a second manipulated variable to at least partially compensate for the effect of adjusting or maintaining the first manipulated variable. The first and second manipulated variables can include process variables such as the fluidized bed weight, the catalyst concentration, the concentration of one or more monomers, the flow of one or more comonomers, the ratio of one comonomer to another comonomer, the activator concentration, the ratio of an activator to selectivity control agent, the concentration of a chain transfer agent, and the retardant concentration. | 05-16-2013 |
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20080215885 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GUARANTEEING SOFTWARE INTEGRITY VIA COMBINED HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE AUTHENTICATION - A system, method, and computer program product enabling individual user devices to authenticate and validate a digital message sent by a distribution center, without requiring transmissions to the distribution center. The center transmits the message with an appended modulus that is the product of two specially selected primes. The transmission also includes an appended authentication value that is based on an original message hash value, a new message hash value, and the modulus. The new message hash value is designed to be the center's public RSA key; a corresponding private RSA key is also computed. Individual user devices combine a digital signet, a public modulus, preferably unique hardware-based numbers, and an original message hash to compute a unique integrity value K. Subsequent messages are similarly processed to determine new integrity values K′, which equal K if and only if new messages originated from the center and have not been corrupted. | 09-04-2008 |
20080313460 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GUARANTEEING SOFTWARE INTEGRITY VIA COMBINED HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE AUTHENTICATION - A system, method, and computer program product enabling individual user devices to authenticate and validate a digital message sent by a distribution center, without requiring transmissions to the distribution center. The center transmits the message with an appended modulus that is the product of two specially selected primes. The transmission also includes an appended authentication value that is based on an original message hash value, a new message hash value, and the modulus. The new message hash value is designed to be the center's public RSA key; a corresponding private RSA key is also computed. Individual user devices combine a digital signet, a public modulus, preferably unique hardware-based numbers, and an original message hash to compute a unique integrity value K. Subsequent messages are similarly processed to determine new integrity values K′, which equal K if and only if new messages originated from the center and have not been corrupted. | 12-18-2008 |
20090034783 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SOLVING THE BIRTHDAY PROBLEM WITH WATERMARKING - A system and method are provided for facilitating the playing of a watermarked video having the “birthday problem”. Consumers send the problem disc to an authorization center where the disc is analyzed to determine if it is a legitimate disc. The authorization center generates a digital certificate uniquely associated with the disc and with the video and embeds the digital certificate into the disc. The digital certificate will cause a video player to play the video without checking for the watermark. | 02-05-2009 |
20090034785 | System and Method for Solving the "Birthday Problem" with Watermarking - A system and method are provided for facilitating the playing of a watermarked video having the “birthday problem”. Consumers send the problem disc to an authorization center where the disc is analyzed to determine if it is a legitimate disc. The authorization center generates a digital certificate uniquely associated with the disc and with the video and embeds the digital certificate into the disc. The digital certificate will cause a video player to play the video without checking for the watermark. | 02-05-2009 |
20090138731 | Tamper-Resistant Trusted JAVA Virtual Machine And Method Of Using The Same - A trusted Java virtual machine provides a method for supporting tamper-resistant applications, ensuring the integrity of an application and its secrets such as keys. The trusted Java virtual machine verifies the integrity of the Java application, prevents debugging of the Java application, and allows the Java application to securely store and retrieve secrets. The trusted Java virtual machine environment comprises a TrustedDictionary, a TrustedBundle, an optional encryption method for encrypting and decrypting byte codes, and an underlying trusted Java virtual machine. The encrypted TrustedDictionary protects data while the TrustedBundle protects programming code, allowing applications to store secret data and secure counters. The application designer can restrict TrustedBundle access to only those interfaces that the application designer explicitly exports. The open source code may optionally be encrypted. Secrets required by the open source programming code of the application are encrypted in TrustedDictionary. | 05-28-2009 |
20090185688 | DELIVERING ENHANCED MULTIMEDIA CONTENT ON PHYSICAL MEDIA - Enhanced multimedia content on physical media interacts with the user through a media player and the Internet. Enhanced multimedia utilizes IDs for pieces of content on the media and a media key block. On the enhanced media is a file with a list of URLs. As the enhanced media plays a section requiring a set of keys for decryption, the media player accesses the URL for that section and obtains the decryption key. The decryption key may be purchased or provided for free. Secure encryption and transmission of these keys is accomplished by broadcast encryption using a media key block. Each media has a unique set of keys that allow the media player to process the media key block; however, each media follows a unique path through the media key block. All legitimate media players obtain the media key; circumvention devices cannot decipher the media key block. | 07-23-2009 |
20120131337 | DEVICE ARCHIVING OF PAST CLUSTER BINDING INFORMATION ON A BROADCAST ENCRYPTION-BASED NETWORK - Provided are techniques for the creation and storage of an archive for binding IDs corresponding to a cluster of devices that render content protected by a broadcast encryption scheme. When two or more clusters are merged, a binding ID corresponding to one of the clusters is selected and a new management key is generated. Binding IDs associated with the clusters other than the cluster associated with the selected binding ID are encrypted using the new management key and stored on a cluster-authorized device in a binding ID archive. Content stored in conformity with an outdated binding ID is retrieved by decrypting the binding ID archive with the management key, recalculating an old management key and decrypting the stored content. | 05-24-2012 |
20120131338 | AUTHENTICATION AND AUTHORIZATION OF A DEVICE BY A SERVICE USING BROADCAST ENCRYPTION - Provided are techniques to enable a device that provides a service to authorize a second device for receiving the service and the delivery of the service to the second device and other devices within a trusted network. A signed Management Key Block (MKB) is generated and transmitted over a network. Devices authorized to access a particular service parse the MKB and transmit a request. A server associated with the service determines whether or not the device is authorized to access the service based upon data included in the request. The first device may issue a challenge to the second device for authentication purposes. If service is approved, service is initiated, either from the first device or another authorized device. Devices may be organized into classes such that devices of a specific class are authorized to access the service. | 05-24-2012 |
20120131344 | IDENTIFYING AND LOCATING AUTHENTICATED SERVICES USING BROADCAST ENCRYPTION - Provided are techniques to enable, using broadcast encryption, a device to locate a service offered by a server with the knowledge that the service offered by the server is a trusted service. A signed enhanced Management Key Block (eMKB) includes a trusted service locator (TSL) that includes one or more records, or “trusted service data records” (TSDRs), each identifying a particular service and a corresponding location of the service is generated and transmitted over a network. Devices authorized to access a particular service parse the eMKB for the end point of the service, connect to the appropriate server and transmit a request. | 05-24-2012 |
20120131638 | PROCESSING PERFORMANCE OF REPEATED DEVICE COMPLIANCE UPDATE MESSAGES - A message comprising an indication of a management key block and an indication of an authorization table is received at a first network device from a second network device. The indication of the management key block, the indication of the authorization table, and a response message generated based on validating the indication of the management key block and the indication of the authorization table are stored. A second message comprising a second indication of the management key block and a second indication of the authorization table is received at the first network device from the second network device. The first network device communicates with the second network device in accordance with the stored response associated with the first message on determining that the second indication management key block and the second indication of the authorization table match corresponding stored indications of the management key block and the authorization table. | 05-24-2012 |
20120308002 | DEVICE ARCHIVING OF PAST CLUSTER BINDING INFORMATION ON A BROADCAST ENCRYPTION-BASED NETWORK - Provided are techniques for the creation and storage of an archive for binding IDs corresponding to a cluster of devices that render content protected by a broadcast encryption scheme. When two or more clusters are merged, a binding ID corresponding to one of the clusters is selected and a new management key is generated. Binding IDs associated with the clusters other than the cluster associated with the selected binding ID are encrypted using the new management key and stored on a cluster-authorized device in a binding ID archive. Content stored in conformity with an outdated binding ID is retrieved by decrypting the binding ID archive with the management key, recalculating an old management key and decrypting the stored content. | 12-06-2012 |
20150229470 | COUNTERING SERVER-BASED ATTACKS ON ENCRYPTED CONTENT - Embodiments of the present invention relate to providing encrypted content to authorized content consumers while providing robust traitor tracing. In one embodiment, a key bundle comprising at least one device key is read. A key block is read. A media key precursor is determined from the key block and the at least one device key. A security program is read. At least one encrypted block key is read. The security program is executed to determine a decrypted block key from the media key precursor and the encrypted block key. Encrypted content is read. The decrypted block key is applied to the encrypted content to obtain decrypted content. | 08-13-2015 |
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20090231892 | UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY - An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system includes an AC power input configured to receive AC power from a single-phase AC power source or a multi-phase AC power source, a DC power source, an output circuit including a power output, a controllable switch configured to selectively couple at least one of the AC power input and the DC power source to the output circuit, and a processor coupled and configured to affect operation of the output circuit depending upon which of single-phase and multi-phase operation of the UPS is indicated. | 09-17-2009 |
20090251106 | NON-ISOLATED CHARGER WITH BI-POLAR INPUTS - Systems and methods are provided for an uninterruptable power supply having a positive DC bus, a neutral DC bus, and a negative DC bus. The uninterruptible power supply includes a battery charger circuit having an inductor, a first charger output, and a second charger output. A first switch connected to a first end of the inductor is configured to couple the positive DC bus with the first charger output. A second switch connected to a second end of the inductor is configured to couple the negative DC bus with the inductor. The neutral DC bus can be coupled to the second charger output. The battery charger circuit can be configured to draw power from at least one of the positive DC bus and the negative DC bus to charge a battery coupled to the first charger output and the second charger output. | 10-08-2009 |
20100270977 | NON-ISOLATED CHARGER WITH BI-POLAR INPUTS - Systems and methods are provided for an uninterruptable power supply having a positive DC bus, a neutral DC bus, and a negative DC bus. The uninterruptible power supply includes a battery charger circuit having an inductor, a first charger output, and a second charger output. A first switch connected to a first end of the inductor is configured to couple the positive DC bus with the first charger output. A second switch connected to a second end of the inductor is configured to couple the negative DC bus with the inductor. The neutral DC bus can be coupled to the second charger output. The battery charger circuit can be configured to draw power from at to least one of the positive DC bus and the negative DC bus to charge a battery coupled to the first charger output and the second charger output. | 10-28-2010 |
20110109271 | NON-ISOLATED CHARGER WITH BI-POLAR INPUTS - Systems and methods are provided for an uninterruptable power supply having a positive DC bus, a neutral DC bus, and a negative DC bus. The uninterruptible power supply includes a battery charger circuit having an inductor, a first charger output, and a second charger output. A first switch connected to a first end of the inductor is configured to couple the positive DC bus with the first charger output. A second switch connected to a second end of the inductor is configured to couple the negative DC bus with the inductor. The neutral DC bus can be coupled to the second charger output. The battery charger circuit can be configured to draw power from at least one of the positive DC bus and the negative DC bus to charge a battery coupled to the first charger output and the second charger output. | 05-12-2011 |
20120313438 | UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY - An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system includes an AC power input configured to receive AC power from a single-phase AC power source or a multi-phase AC power source, a DC power source, an output circuit including a power output, a controllable switch configured to selectively couple at least one of the AC power input and the DC power source to the output circuit, and a processor coupled and configured to affect operation of the output circuit depending upon which of single-phase and multi-phase operation of the UPS is indicated. | 12-13-2012 |
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20130052060 | RECHARGEABLE BATTERY POWERED UTILITY PUMP WITH SERIES CENTRIFUGAL PUMP CONFIGURATION - A utility pump is provided featuring a housing and battery configuration, where the housing is configured with a series configuration of integral pumps, and also configured with a battery receiving portion having electrical terminals for receiving power for providing to the series configuration of the integral pumps, and where the battery has a protruding portion with corresponding electrical terminals configured to contact the electrical terminals to provide power to the series configuration of the integral pumps when the protruding portion of the battery is inserted into the battery receiving portion of the housing and rotated in one direction to an “ON” position, and also configured not to contact the electrical terminals when the battery is not rotated to the “ON” position. | 02-28-2013 |
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20120025979 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SENDING MESSAGES REGARDING AN EMERGENCY THAT OCCURRED AT A FACILITY - Systems and methods are disclosed for sending messages regarding an emergency at a facility. The messages can be sent to an emergency response service or directly to another facility through a wireless mesh network. The wireless mesh network can comprise one or more nodes that route measurement data, such as utility meter reading data. The emergency messages can be assigned a higher priority so that they travel through the wireless mesh network more quickly. A device receiving an emergency message may identify the address of the associated facility, for example, by identifying an address associated with utility service also provided at the same facility. The address can be forwarded to an emergency response service and a confirmation or other message may be sent back to the facility. A device at a facility may receive various messages from a control center, such as a weather center, over the wireless mesh network. | 02-02-2012 |
20120078548 | Utility Device Management - Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for managing utility device operations. In one aspect, a utility apparatus includes a processing apparatus that manages data processing tasks for the utility apparatus. The utility apparatus also includes a communications apparatus, coupled to the processing apparatus, that is configured to transmit and receive data over a network. A metrology apparatus is coupled to the processing apparatus, the metrology apparatus being configured to measure and provide meter data that includes at least a measure of utilized utility services. A network apparatus is also coupled to the processing apparatus, the network apparatus being configured to coordinate communication between devices that belong to a home area network. A utility identification module interface is coupled to the processing apparatus, the utility identification module having an interface that removably receives a utility identification module. | 03-29-2012 |
20130197921 | Methods and Systems for Requesting Compliance With a Requirement Over a Network - Systems and methods are disclosed that can be used to broadcast or otherwise send load shed and other requirements over a network to recipients. One exemplary embodiment involves sending a first broadcast message to a first group of recipients. The first broadcast message requests compliance with a requirement but does not require a synchronous reply from the first group of recipients. The first group of recipients are each configured to automatically comply with the requirement in response to receiving the first broadcast message. The exemplary embodiment further involves determining, for example, based on actual load determination, to send a second broadcast message to a second group of recipients different from the first group of recipients and sending the second broadcast message to the second group of recipients, the second broadcast message requesting compliance with the requirement. | 08-01-2013 |
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20140134162 | Methods for the Treatment of Disease Using Immunoglobulins Having Fc Regions with Altered Affinities for FcgammaRactivating and FcgammaRinhibiting - The present invention relates to methods of treating or preventing cancer and other diseases using molecules, particularly polypeptides, more particularly immunoglobulins (e.g., antibodies), comprising a variant Fc region, wherein said variant Fc region comprises at least one amino acid modification relative to a wild-type Fc region, which variant Fc region binds an FcγR that activates a cellular effector (“FcγR | 05-15-2014 |
20150259396 | Identification and Engineering of Antibodies with Variant Fc Regions and Methods of Using Same - The present invention relates to molecules, particularly polypeptides, more particularly immunoglobulins (e.g., antibodies), comprising a variant Fc region, wherein said variant Fc region comprises at least one amino acid modification relative to a wild-type Fc region, which variant Fc region binds FcγRIIIA and/or FcγRIIA with a greater affinity, relative to a comparable molecule comprising the wild-type Fc region. The molecules of the invention are particularly useful in preventing, treating, or ameliorating one or more symptoms associated with a disease, disorder, or infection. The molecules of the invention are particularly useful for the treatment or prevention of a disease or disorder where an enhanced efficacy of effector cell function (e.g., ADCC) mediated by FcγR is desired, e.g., cancer, infectious disease, and in enhancing the therapeutic efficacy of therapeutic antibodies the effect of which is mediated by ADCC. | 09-17-2015 |
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20100216010 | System and method for fusibly linking batteries - A system and method links batteries in parallel to conductors using wire bonds that act as fuses in the event of an overcurrent condition in a battery. To protect the wire bonds in the case of a larger overcurrent condition, a fuse may be added in series to the parallel batteries. | 08-26-2010 |
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