John Patrick
John Patrick Adams, Stanford, CA US
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20090125505 | INFORMATION RETRIEVAL USING CATEGORY AS A CONSIDERATION - Category affinity may be used as a consideration in providing search results. A taxonomy of substantive categories is created and/or obtained. A corpus of document is compared with the taxonomy to determine the category(ies) with which the documents affine. A query is also compared with the taxonomy to determine the category(ies) with which the query affines. A document may receive a category score based on how well the document's category(ies) match the query's category(ies). This document score may be combined with other scores, such as a text score, a link score, and a distance score, and/or any other factors, to determine an overall relevance score. The relevance score may then be used to rank and present search results. | 05-14-2009 |
John Patrick Fetrow, Mahtomedi, MN US
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20100116757 | SEPARATION OF PARTICULATE MATTER AND ANIMAL MANURE - The present invention relates to separating one or more of sand and other particulate matter from a mixture of animal waste and water. The present invention can help to control the discharge of noxious odors while processing material containing animal waste. An exemplary apparatus in accordance with the present invention includes a cylindrical housing and a non-rotating collection table. An exemplary apparatus in accordance with the present invention includes optional shield provided inside the cylindrical housing that can help to capture the particulate matter and that can also help to reduce the discharge of noxious gas and odors from the apparatus. | 05-13-2010 |
20130053232 | SEPARATION OF PARTICULATE MATTER AND ANIMAL MANURE - The present invention relates to separating one or more of sand and other particulate matter from a mixture of animal waste and water. The present invention can help to control the discharge of noxious odors while processing material containing animal waste. An exemplary apparatus in accordance with the present invention includes a cylindrical housing and a non-rotating collection table. An exemplary apparatus in accordance with the present invention includes optional shield provided inside the cylindrical housing that can help to capture the particulate matter and that can also help to reduce the discharge of noxious gas and odors from the apparatus. | 02-28-2013 |
John Patrick Filoso, Pleasant Grove, UT US
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20160050616 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ORDERING CANDIDATES FOR WIRELESS NETWORK ASSOCIATION - Systems and methods for ordering candidates for wireless network association are provided. In certain embodiments, a wireless device, includes a processor that controls data received and data to be transmitted by the wireless device; and a memory, wherein the memory stores a short list that stores network device responses, wherein a network device response is associated with a network device in an environment of the wireless device. In certain implementations, instructions direct the processor to perform a short list search, wherein the wireless device attempts to connect to networks associated with network devices identified in the short list; and when the wireless device fails to connect with the networks associated with the network devices identified in the short list, perform an exhaustive search, wherein the wireless device attempts to connect to additional networks associated with additional network devices based on an ordered arrangement of network identifiers. | 02-18-2016 |
John Patrick Foley, Jr., Machester, MO US
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20150362213 | BLOW THROUGH DIRECT FIRED HEATING, A/C AND ERV - According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are disclosed of blow through direct fired heaters including evaporator coils and/or energy recovery ventilation. | 12-17-2015 |
John Patrick Grenn, Waterloo CA
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20110267180 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING AN AUDIO NOTIFICATION FILE - A method and apparatus for generating an audio notification file for a computing device are provided. A first audio file associated with a first mental state is selected as a first section of the audio notification file. The audio notification file enabled for storage in a memory. The audio notification file is further enabled for processing by a processing unit to control a speaker. A final state of the audio notification file is determined, the final state designated as a final section of the audio notification file, the final state associated with a second mental state. At least one intermediate section of the audio notification file is generated, between the first section and the second section, by morphing the first audio file to the final state by processing the first audio file using a digital signal processor. | 11-03-2011 |
20120223822 | HUMAN AUDIBLE LOCALIZATION FOR SOUND EMITTING DEVICES - Audible signals are created and emitted that provide a human user with improved sound localization cues to quickly and efficiently find the emitting device. Different emitted audible signals are sequentially emitted in response to receiving an activation signal. The different audible signals have been observed to efficiently help a human locate emitting devices that are 1) inside a sealed enclosure, such as a box; 2) in close proximity to the user; and 3) that is a large distance from the user. | 09-06-2012 |
20130336503 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING AN AUDIO NOTIFICATION FILE - A method and apparatus for generating an audio notification file for a computing device are provided. A first audio file associated with a first mental state is selected as a first section of the audio notification file. The audio notification file enabled for storage in a memory. The audio notification file is further enabled for processing by a processing unit to control a speaker. A final state of the audio notification file is determined, the final state designated as a final section of the audio notification file, the final state associated with a second mental state. At least one intermediate section of the audio notification file is generated, between the first section and the second section, by morphing the first audio file to the final state by processing the first audio file using a digital signal processor. | 12-19-2013 |
20140203910 | HUMAN AUDIBLE LOCALIZATION FOR SOUND EMITTING DEVICES - Audible signals are created and emitted that provide a human user with improved sound localization cues to quickly and efficiently find the emitting device. The different audible signals have been observed to efficiently help a human locate emitting devices that are either in close proximity to the user or that are a large distance from the user. Additionally some examples emit audible signals that have been observed to efficiently help a human locate emitting devices that are located inside a sealed enclosure, such as a box. Some audible signals include audible noise processed by band-pass filters with spectral peaks at about 500 Hz, 4 kHz, and 8 Khz. Such audible signals are alternately emitted in time with audible signals having simultaneously occurring fundamental tone frequencies that each have harmonic components. | 07-24-2014 |
John Patrick Griffin, Sykesville, MD US
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20150082693 | Multipurpose, Adjustable, Collapsible and Portable Stand - A multi-faceted multi-task system for horticultural adaptations including water dispersion and irrigation, animal and plant/crop protection, and plant shading, which includes a multipurpose head that allows a user to operate an irrigation system or a radial misting apparatus while using a tarp for shade and construct a fence using the fence hooks to create an animal control zone. The present device features a telescoping main pole that can be adjusted to different heights to fit any situation. A PVC extension device is also included which allows the different system heads to be hoisted to additional heights not achievable by the stand alone. The device is highly portable as it can be folded up onto itself and carried to a destination by hand and provides water dispersion for irrigation and temperature control, while offering users the opportunity to construct a shade and/or animal control zone. | 03-26-2015 |
John Patrick Herich, Cardiff, CA US
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20110097751 | GLP-1 RECEPTOR AGONIST BIOASSAYS - Provided herein are cell-based bioassays for measuring GLP-I receptor agonist activity of test compounds, such as GLP-I receptor agonist compounds. Exemplary GLP-I receptor agonist compounds include exendins, exendin analogs, GLP-1(7-37), and GLP-1(7-37) analogs. The bioassays are useful for quantitatively determining cAMP generated in samples containing GLP-I receptor agonist compounds (e.g., exenatide) and 6-23 (clone 6) cells having GLP-I receptors, whereby the amount of cAMP generated can be correlated to the GLP-I receptor agonist activity of the GLP-I receptor agonist compounds (e.g., exenatide). Suitable cell-based bioassays include enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays and homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence assays. | 04-28-2011 |
20130089878 | GLP-1 RECEPTOR AGONIST BIOASSAY - Provided herein are cell-based bioassays for measuring GLP-I receptor agonist activity of test compounds, such as GLP-I receptor agonist compounds. Exemplary GLP-I receptor agonist compounds include exendins, exendin analogs, GLP-1(7-37), and GLP-1(7-37) analogs. The bioassays are useful for quantitatively determining cAMP generated in samples containing GLP-I receptor agonist compounds (e.g., exenatide) and 6-23 (clone 6) cells having GLP-I receptors, whereby the amount of cAMP generated can be correlated to the GLP-I receptor agonist activity of the GLPI receptor agonist compounds (e.g., exenatide). Suitable cell-based bioassays include enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays and homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence assays. | 04-11-2013 |
John Patrick Herlinger, Germantown, OH US
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20150330966 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING DENTIN PERMEABILITY - A method and device for visually recording hydraulic conductance through a sectioned piece of dentin; and which can be used to measure the effectiveness of treatments to reduce the permeability of dentin. | 11-19-2015 |
John Patrick Kajs, Austin, TX US
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20130274947 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ROUTING POWER ACROSS MULTIPLE MICROGRIDS HAVING DC AND AC BUSES - Systems and methods are described herein for managing the operations of a plurality of microgrid modules. A microgrid module includes transformers and/or power converters necessary for modifying the input AC or DC power sources to meet the required characteristics of the output power. The micro grid module further comprises a control software module and a power router software module. The control software module receives data from sensors in the microgrid module and controls the flow of power with controllable elements. The power router software module controls the operation of the power router. The power router can detect changes in demand for power within the microgrid module or from other microgrid modules. The power router can adjust the flow of power between the micro grid modules in response to changes in the supply of power to the microgrid module and changes in the demand for power from the microgrid module. | 10-17-2013 |
20140156101 | System and Method For Routing Power Across Multiple Microgrids Having DC and AC Buses - Systems and methods are described herein for managing the operations of a plurality of microgrid modules. A microgrid module includes transformers and/or power converters necessary for modifying the input AC or DC power sources to meet the required characteristics of the output power. The microgrid module further comprises a control software module and a power router software module. The control software module receives data from sensors in the microgrid module and controls the flow of power with controllable elements. The power router software module controls the operation of the power router. The power router can detect changes in demand for power within the microgrid module or from other microgrid modules. The power router can adjust the flow of power between the microgrid modules in response to changes in the supply of power to the microgrid module and changes in the demand for power from the microgrid module. | 06-05-2014 |
John Patrick Kieran, Sheung Wan HK
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20120182739 | MOSAIC LED TILE - A lighting apparatus comprises one or more LED modules. Each LED module comprises: an upper housing having an array of raised portions capable of transmitting light therethrough; a PCB layer having LEDs mounted thereon, respective ones of the LEDs being mounted so as to positionally correspond to respective ones of the raised portions; and a lower housing, the lower housing and the upper housing sandwiching the PCB layer so as to permit light emitted by the LEDs to be emitted out of the upper housing. | 07-19-2012 |
John Patrick Lennon, Ii, East Islip, NY US
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20130085951 | Method and System for Filing and Monitoring Electronic Claim Submissions in Multi-Claimant Lawsuits - The invention relates to systems and methods for filing and monitoring electronic claim submissions in proceedings involving a large number of claimants, such as securities class action lawsuits, estate dissolutions, arbitrations, and bankruptcies. The systems and methods create an easy-to-use and convenient way for institutions and individual claimants to register their claim relief upon judgment or settlement. | 04-04-2013 |
John Patrick Lordan, Calabasas, CA US
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20120023408 | PROVIDING REGIONAL CONTENT INFORMATION TO A USER DEVICE BY USING IDENTIFIERS FOR CONTENT INFORMATION - A method and a system are put forth for providing regional content information to a user device (e.g., television, laptop, cell phone, etc.). In one example, the system provides content information messages that provide explanations of cultural peculiarities that may occur in the original media content (e.g., television programs, Internet streams, etc.). Accordingly, the system allows media content to be understood by various users who have different cultural backgrounds. | 01-26-2012 |
20120023520 | DELIVERING REGIONAL CONTENT INFORMATION FROM A CONTENT INFORMATION SOURCE TO A USER DEVICE - A method and a system are put forth for providing regional content information to a user device (e.g., television, laptop, cell phone, etc.). In one example, the system provides content information messages that provide explanations of cultural peculiarities that may occur in the original media content (e.g., television programs, Internet streams, etc.). Accordingly, the system allows media content to be understood by various users who have different cultural backgrounds. | 01-26-2012 |
20120023521 | PROVIDING REGIONAL CONTENT INFORMATION TO A USER DEVICE BY USING CONTENT INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM A CONTENT PROVIDER - A method and a system are put forth for providing regional content information to a user device (e.g., television, laptop, cell phone, etc.). In one example, the system provides content information messages that provide explanations of cultural peculiarities that may occur in the original media content (e.g., television programs, Internet streams, etc.). Accordingly, the system allows media content to be understood by various users who have different cultural backgrounds. | 01-26-2012 |
John Patrick Manning, Norfolk GB
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20150276103 | PIPE JOINT - A pipe joint includes a conduit having two connection ends wherein each connection end comprises: a wall defining a receiving recess for receiving an end of a pipe length; one or more channels on the internal surface of the wall, each channel housing a sealing ring located within the channel; one or more grooves formed to a depth in an internal surface of the wall of the receiving recess; a channel communicating between the groove and an external surface of the connection end, and a connector formed from a length of material which is seatable within the groove via the channel and which is wider than the depth of the groove so that when seated within the groove the connector extends into the receiving recess; first and second pipe lengths to be connected together in the conduit, each pipe length being formed with a groove on its external surface corresponding to the or each groove in the internal surface of the wall of one of the connecting ends, such that the ends of the pipe lengths in the conduit abut each other. | 10-01-2015 |
John Patrick Mccook, Prisco, TX US
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20080299155 | Color cosmetic compositions for topical anti-aging skin treatment - This invention discloses color cosmetic compositions and methods for anti-aging treatments that utilize plant-based copper antioxidant complexes. | 12-04-2008 |
John Patrick Mcgahey, Trenton, MI US
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20120199430 | SUPPORT WASHER FOR SHOCK ABSORBER VALVE WITH BLOW-OFF TUNABILITY - A valve assembly for a shock absorber includes a valve body defining a fluid passage. A valve disc engages the valve body to close the fluid passage. A fulcrum disc engages the valve disc at a first position and a second position radially outward from the first position. The fulcrum disc is designed such that the second position is closer to the valve body. In one embodiment, the fulcrum disc is concave with respect to the valve body. | 08-09-2012 |
John Patrick Ravenel, Escondido, CA US
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20120079106 | System and Method for Interfacing with Heterogeneous Network Data Gathering Tools - A prevention-based network auditing system includes a plurality of heterogeneous information sources gathering information about the network. An audit server invokes the heterogeneous information sources via a uniform communications interface to gather information about the network, and converts the information gathered by the information sources into a normalized data format such as, for example, into XML (Extensible Markup Language). The converted information is then stored in an audit repository for security and regulatory policy assessment, network vulnerability analysis, report generation, and security improvement recommendations. | 03-29-2012 |
20120079107 | System and Method for Interfacing with Heterogeneous Network Data Gathering Tools - A prevention-based network auditing system includes a plurality of heterogeneous information sources gathering information about the network. An audit server invokes the heterogeneous information sources via a uniform communications interface to gather information about the network, and converts the information gathered by the information sources into a normalized data format such as, for example, into XML (Extensible Markup Language). The converted information is then stored in an audit repository for security and regulatory policy assessment, network vulnerability analysis, report generation, and security improvement recommendations. | 03-29-2012 |
20130347107 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED POLICY AUDIT AND REMEDIATION MANAGEMENT - A prevention-based network auditing system includes a central compliance server providing a user interface allowing a user to schedule and configure a network audit. The configured audit is stored in an audit repository until its scheduled time. At such a time, the compliance server automatically invokes one or more audit servers to gather information about the network. The compliance server receives the gathered information and electronically applies a network policy to the information for determining compliance with the policy. A remediation task may be generated if the policy has been violated, and the task monitored until its completion. | 12-26-2013 |
John Patrick Ringstrom, Calgary CA
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20130220890 | METHOD FOR EXTRACTING BITUMEN FROM AN OIL SAND STREAM - The present invention provides a method for extracting bitumen from an oil sand stream that includes the steps of: providing an oil sand stream; contacting the oil sand stream with a liquid comprising a solvent thereby obtaining a solvent-diluted oil sand slurry; separating the solvent-diluted oil sand slurry, thereby obtaining a solids-depleted stream and a solids-enriched stream; increasing the S/B weight ratio of the solids-enriched stream thereby obtaining a solids-enriched stream having an increased S/B weight ratio and a liquid stream; filtering the solids-enriched stream having an increased S/B weight ratio, thereby obtaining bitumen-depleted sand. In another embodiment, the invention is a system for practicing this method. | 08-29-2013 |
20140021103 | METHOD FOR EXTRACTING BITUMEN FROM AN OIL SAND STREAM - The present invention provides a method for extracting bitumen from an oil sand stream, the method including at least the steps of: (a) providing an oil sand stream; (b) contacting the oil sand stream with a liquid comprising a non-aqueous solvent thereby obtaining a solvent-diluted oil sand slurry; (c) screening the solvent-diluted oil sand slurry thereby obtaining a screened oil sand slurry and a rejects stream; (d) introducing the rejects stream into a liquid bath; (e) transporting the rejects stream through the liquid bath to a space above the surface of the liquid bath; and (f) extracting bitumen from the screened oil sand slurry obtained in step (c). | 01-23-2014 |
John Patrick Ryan, Marshalltown, IA US
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20160132465 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELECTIVE VISUAL FORMATTING OF AN ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT - A method for managing display of electronic documents is described. A user interface is generated for a visual style set of visual styles that affect display of electronic document content. A visual style of the visual style set comprises a style element set of style elements. A lock status for a style element of the style element set is received via the user interface. The lock status indicates whether the style element is editable or non-editable by a user of an electronic document associated with the visual style set. The visual style set is stored with the lock status for the style element. | 05-12-2016 |
John Patrick Sheckelton, Baltimore, MD US
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20150221784 | SIMPLIFIED DEVICES UTILIZING NOVEL PN-SEMICONDUCTUR STRUCTURES - An electronic or electro-optic device includes a p-type semi-conductor layer, an n-type semiconductor layer having a region of contact with the p-type semiconductor layer to provide a p-n junction, a first electrical lead in electrical connection with the p-type semiconductor layer, and a second electrical lead in electrical connection with the n-type semiconductor layer. At least one of the p-type and n-type semiconductor layers includes a doped topological-insulator material having an electrically conducting surface, and one of the first and second electrical leads is electrically connected to the electrically conducting surface of the topological-insulator material. | 08-06-2015 |
John Patrick Soisson, Houston, TX US
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20110060086 | Elastomeric Copolymers, Copolymer Compositions, and Their Use in Articles - A copolymer is formed from an isoolefin having from 4 to 7 carbon atoms and an alkylstyrene. The copolymer has a substantially homogeneous compositional distribution. The copolymer has from about 8 to about 12 wt % of alkylstyrene and at least 85 wt % of isoolefin. The copolymer is preferably halogenated with about 1.1 to about 1.5 wt % of a halogen. The copolymer may in elastomeric nanocomposites. To obtain a good dispersion of the nanoclay in a formulated compound, at least one cure accelerator is selected from the group consisting of mercaptobenzothiazole disulfide, mercaptobenzothiazole, cyclohexyl benzothiazole disulfide, dibutyl thiourea, tetramethylthiuram disulfide, 4-4-dithiodimropholine, zinc dimethyldithiocarbamate, and zinc dibutylphosphorodithiate. | 03-10-2011 |
20110265927 | Elastomeric Nanocomposites, Nanocomposite Compositions, and Methods of Manufacture - A nanocomposite comprising at least one elastomer and at least one nanofiller. The elastomer comprises units derived from isoolefins having from 4 to 7 carbon atoms and at least one multiolefin. The nanofiller comprise a layered filler and an amine modifier wherein the nanofiller is substantially free of any unassociated amines. By eliminating unassociated amines in the nanofiller, prior to contact with the elastomer, the nanocomposite has improved processability characteristics while maintaining desired impermeability characteristics. | 11-03-2011 |
John Patrick Solmes, Las Vegas, NV US
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20080280663 | ON-LINE GAMING TOURNAMENT - A method and information processing system for allowing a plurality of users to compete against one another via a network in at least one game. The method includes providing at least one virtual environment comprising at least one game tournament for a game of skill and chance. The game tournament includes a plurality of hierarchical rounds that include at least a first round and a second round. A registration service is provided to a plurality of users for registering to participate in the game tournament. Each user in the plurality of users is assigned an entry into the first round thereby resulting in a plurality of Entrants. The registration service is configured for allowing at least one user in the plurality of users to register an unlimited number times wherein the one user is assigned a separate entry into the first round for each registration by the one user. | 11-13-2008 |
John Patrick Temblador, Salinas, CA US
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20100132092 | Water Absorbant Evaporative Cooling Hat - A hat with a brim extending outward from the base of a crown wherein a water adsorbent material is disposed on the inside lower portion of the crown, and extends outward onto the underside of the brim. A headband member on the outside lower portion of the base of the crown constricts the crown, causing it to apply the portion of the water adsorbent material disposed therein directly to the head of a user. The crown has venting holes incorporated along the head band. The water absorbent material comprises a closed cell foam material. The closed cell foam material is encased in a water adsorbent matting material to prevent direct contact between the closed cell foam material and the skin of a user. | 06-03-2010 |