Jones, TX

Andrew R. Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110137999	TAGGING COMMUNICATION FILES BASED ON HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF TAGS - To associate an email with a tag, an email client may receive a tag corresponding to an email attribute, wherein the email attribute is an historical email tag. The email client stores the tag to a record keyed by the email attribute, and receives an email tag request, the email tag request having a word attribute, and looks up at least one record based on the word attribute to find the tag. The email client presents the tag of the at least one record to a user. The email client receives a user selection of the tag to form a selected tag, and sends an email having the selected tag as part of the email header, wherein the email comprises the email tag request.	06-09-2011
20110138000	APPLYING TAGS FROM COMMUNICATION FILES TO USERS - A method, data processing system, and computer program product for associating tags with a person or user. A computer receives a communication file. The computer determines a tag for the communication file to form a communication file association of the tag with the communication file. The computer identifies contact information for a user from the communication file. The computer forms a user association between the user and the tag.	06-09-2011
20120007794	FEEDBACK MECHANISM - A feedback application may be executing on a data processing system to transmit a screen update to at least two computers. The feedback application receives an indication of completion from a first computer, in response to transmitting the screen update. The feedback application updates a completion gauge to indicate a partial completion among participants, in response to receiving the indication of completion from the first computer. The feedback application receives a second indication of completion from a second computer, in response to transmitting the screen update. The feedback application updates the completion gauge to indicate a completion among participants, in response to receiving the indication of completion from the second computer.	01-12-2012
20120011451	SELECTIVE SCREEN SHARING - A privilege discriminator selects a first user to be in a first group of participants to participate in a screen sharing session. The privilege discriminator selects at least one second user to be in a second group of participants to participate in a screen sharing session. The privilege discriminator selects a first screen region for sharing to at least the first group of participants and selects a second screen region for sharing only to the second group of participants. The privilege discriminator shares the first screen region with at least the first group of participants, wherein the sharing is selecting a device authenticated as being used by one of the first group of participants. The presentation privilege discriminator sharing the second screen region with only the second group, based on selecting the second screen region and selecting the second group, excludes the first group from receiving the second screen region.	01-12-2012

Andrew Scott Jones, Trophy Club, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110260090	BALL VALVE WITH SINGLE ACCESS PORT - A ball valve with single access port includes a ball valve body; a ball disposed inside the ball valve body, the ball having an open inside portion creating a primary passage, an operating position of the ball determining the flow of fluid and pressurized cleaning agent through the valve; a secondary passage configured to allow the flow of the pressurized cleaning agent into the open inside portion of the ball and an access port allowing an external source of the pressurized cleaning agent to be coupled to the ball valve.	10-27-2011

Annette Stiers Jones, Carrollton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090017178	Method for Reducing the Oil Content of Potato Chips - A method is disclosed which reduces the oil content of a potato chip. The method teaches that a steeper, faster temperature drop upon initial introduction of the potato slice to the fryer, followed by a longer period of exposure to lower temperatures before increasing to standard frying temperatures, reduces oil content of a potato chip. The invention further discloses a pre-treatment method which involves submerging the potatoes in a hot water bath which results in decreased oil content. Additionally, the invention discloses a post-treatment method involving subjecting the potato chip to superheated steam that further reduces oil content. The two pre and post-treatment methods, combined with the primary temperature scheme method for reducing oil content, yield a potato chip with significantly reduced oil content.	01-15-2009
20110281005	METHOD FOR REDUCING THE OIL CONTENT OF POTATO CHIPS - A method is disclosed which reduces the oil content of a potato chip. The method teaches that a steeper, faster temperature drop upon initial introduction of the potato slice to the fryer, followed by a longer period of exposure to lower temperatures before increasing to standard frying temperatures, reduces oil content of a potato chip. The invention further discloses a pre-treatment method which involves submerging the potatoes in a hot water bath which results in decreased oil content. Additionally, the invention discloses a post-treatment method involving subjecting the potato chip to superheated steam that further reduces oil content. The two pre and post-treatment methods, combined with the primary temperature scheme method for reducing oil content, yield a potato chip with significantly reduced oil content.	11-17-2011

Artimus Charles Jones, Mineral Wells, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120210688	MULTI-STAGE FILTER ELEMENT - Multi-stage filtration apparatus is provided. A fluid is forced through different filter stage elements allowing for removal of various contaminants from the fluid.	08-23-2012

Ashey W. Jones, Denton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110247473	FIBER DEVICES WITH DISPLACEABLE FIBER GUIDE - A fiber cleaver having a displaceable fiber guide for aligning and guiding an optical fiber is disclosed. Generally, the fiber cleaver comprises a pair of clamps that may articulate between a retracted position and a clamping position. A displaceable fiber guide directs the optical fiber as it travels along an internal path of the fiber cleaver. The fiber guide translates between a loading position and a clamping position. When the clamps are securing the optical fiber to the internal path, a linear actuator may be depressed in order to translate the fiber guide and ultimately direct the optical fiber toward a scoring blade to cleave the fiber. The fiber guide is sized and shaped such that a predetermined length of optical fiber will remain after cleaving.	10-13-2011

Ashley W. Jones, Denton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100054665	Fiber optic adapters with integrated shutter - The present disclosure is generally directed to a fiber optic adapter assembly for mating fiber optic connectors. The fiber optic adapter includes a body, an alignment cap, and a shutter door. The alignment cap and the body together define a space with the shutter door pivotally disposed in the space for inhibiting debris from entering through the opening and into the body. The shutter door is configured to pivot inwardly when contacted by a fiber optic connector being inserted through the at least one opening and into the body. Additionally, the shutter door includes at least one standoff and at least one latch, wherein the latch is configured to engage and assist in retaining a fiber optic connector that is inserted into the fiber optic adapter assembly.	03-04-2010
20100220961	Duplex Fiber Optic Assemblies Suitable for Polarity Reversal and Methods Therefor - Duplex fiber optic connectors and fiber optic cable assemblies suitable for polarity reversal along with methods of polarity reversal are disclosed. The duplex fiber optic connector assemblies and fiber optic cable assemblies allow rotation of individual fiber optic connectors within the housing assembly for polarity reversal. In one embodiment, the duplex fiber optic cable assembly may use a single boot and a single fiber optic cable, thereby reducing the backside footprint of the cable assembly for improved access and/or airflow. In another embodiment, the housing of the duplex assembly has integral detents to limit rotation, and may further include a removable trigger mechanism and/or a rotatable boot to facilitate polarity reversal.	09-02-2010
20110081113	Fiber Optic Connector Assembly and Methods Therefor - A fiber optic connector assembly includes two connectors on fiber optic cables joined together by a clip having a trigger arm and a clip body. The trigger arm extends from the clip body at a shallow angle. The shallow angle of the trigger arm effectively reduces an amount of normal force required to activate latch mechanisms on the connectors. The clip is sandwiched between a connector housing and a boot, inhibiting the clip from axially translating relative to the connector assembly. The clip further includes an anti-rotation system to inhibit rotation of the connector assembly relative to the clip.	04-07-2011
20110091159	Push-Pull Fiber Optic Connectors and Methods for Making the Same - Push-pull fiber optic connectors and cable assemblies having a latch that is actuated by a cam surface are disclosed. The fiber optic connectors include a ferrule and a housing having the latch. A shroud fits over a portion of the housing and allows the craft to grab the shroud and push the shroud and hence the fiber optic connector into a suitable adapter or the like. Likewise, the craft can grab the shroud and pull on the same to remove the fiber optic connector out of the adapter or the like. The cam surface is disposed on a decoupling member, wherein the decoupling member is attached to the shroud so the components can move together. Methods of making the push-pull fiber optic connector are also disclosed.	04-21-2011
20110173817	OPTICAL FIBER STRIPPER FOR A FIBER OPTIC CONNECTION TERMINATION SYSTEM - An optical fiber stripper that may cooperate with an optical fiber handler for stripping one or more coating from an optical fiber is disclosed. The stripper is used as a part of a termination system for preparing the optical fiber for an optical connection, thereby providing the craft with a simple, reliable, and easy termination of the optical fiber. By way of example, the stripper cooperates with an optical fiber handler having an optical fiber secured therein for preparing the end of the optical fiber for a mechanical splice in a fiber optic connector.	07-21-2011
20110176774	OPTICAL FIBER HANDLER FOR A FIBER OPTIC CONNECTION TERMINATION SYSTEM - An optical fiber handler for optical connector termination systems and other devices are disclosed herein. The optical fiber handler attaches to the optical fiber or cable and cooperates with other components for preparing the optical fiber and/or making the optical connection, thereby providing a simple, reliable, and easy termination for the optical fiber. For instance, the handler may cooperate with one or more of the following a strip tool, strip/clean tool, cleave tool for preparing the end of the optical fiber(s), and/or a mechanical splice connector for making the optical connection. Additionally, after the optical fiber handler is attached to the mechanical splice connector it may be easily removed by the craft if necessary to reposition and reterminated the mechanical splice.	07-21-2011
20110247200	FIBER HANDLER HAVING MULTIPLE SIDES - A fiber handler for handling a plurality of different fiber optic cable constructions is disclosed. Generally, the fiber handler comprises a first face that accepts a fiber optic cable of a first construction and a second face that accepts a fiber optic cable of a second construction. An alternate embodiment is disclosed that can accommodate up to four different fiber optic cable constructions. The fiber handler may interface with a fiber optic installation tool such as a fiber cleaving tool or a fiber splicing tool where it functions to align an optical fiber of the cable with functional components of the tool to be cleaved, fused, or the like.	10-13-2011
20130195416	OPTICAL FIBER GUIDE APPARATUSES FOR SPLICE CONNECTOR INSTALLATION TOOLS, AND RELATED ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS - Optical fiber guide apparatuses for splice connector installation tools, and related assemblies and methods are disclosed. The optical fiber guide apparatus may include at least one alignment member to align an optical fiber guide with a splice connector installation tool. The optical fiber guide is configured to guide an optical fiber to a fiber entry of a fiber optic connector installed in the splice connection installation tool. In this manner, when the alignment member is alignably interfaced with the splice connector installation tool, the optical fiber guide apparatus is also aligned with the splice connector installation tool to accurately guide the optical fiber to the fiber optic connector installed in the splice connector installation tool.	08-01-2013
20130272671	ADAPTER FOR FIBER OPTIC CONNECTORS - A fiber optic connector adapter includes a base, a cap, and an interlock between the base and cap. The base includes surfaces that define an exterior and an interior passage between front and rear openings on opposing sides of the base. The cap is fastened to the base over one of the openings and has a port for a fiber optic connector, which includes a major dimension and a minor dimension narrower than the major dimension. The port includes only a single keyway, which is defined by an interior groove on the side of the port defining the major dimension. The interlock positions and holds the cap with the port oriented in a standard polarity. The interlock is releaseable and reengageable. The cap is configured to be released from the base, rotated 180-degrees, and refastened to the base, via the interlock. The keyway then has a reverse polarity.	10-17-2013

Ashley Wesley Jones, Denton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090028507	Fiber optic adapter with integrated shutter - The present invention relates generally to fiber optic connectors and adapters, and more specifically to a simplified fiber optic adapter assembly and integrated shutter mechanism. In various embodiments, the simplified fiber optic adapter assembly includes a one-piece outer housing, a one or two-piece inner housing, and several different clip arrangements, reducing the number of parts associated with conventional fiber optic adapter assemblies and eliminating the need for ultrasonic welding or the like. In various embodiments, the integrated shutter mechanism includes one or more shutter doors that are opened internally via the motion required for connector installation.	01-29-2009
20110274437	RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) IN COMMUNICATION CONNECTIONS, INCLUDING FIBER OPTIC COMPONENTS - Radio frequency identification (RFID)-equipped communication components are disclosed. The communication components can include fiber optic components, such as fiber optic connectors and fiber optic adapters as examples. An RFID-equipped circuit is provided in the communication components to communicate information. In order that the electrical circuit be provided in the communication component without altering the communication component connection type, the circuit may be disposed in at least one recessed area of the communication component housing. In this manner, the communication component maintains its connection type such that it is compatible with a complementary communication component connection type for backwards compatibility while also being RFID-equipped. The circuit may also be provided in a substrate containing one or more electrical contacts coupled to the circuit such that a wired coupling is established with one or more electrical contacts provided in another communication component when connected.	11-10-2011
20120168521	RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) IN COMMUNICATION CONNECTIONS, INCLUDING FIBER OPTIC COMPONENTS - Radio frequency identification (RFID)-equipped communication components are disclosed. The communication components can include fiber optic components, such as fiber optic connectors and fiber optic adapters as examples. An RFID-equipped circuit is provided in the communication components to communicate information. In order that the electrical circuit be provided in the communication component without altering the communication component connection type, the circuit may be disposed in at least one recessed area of the communication component housing. In this manner, the communication component maintains its connection type such that it is compatible with a complementary communication component connection type for backwards compatibility while also being RFID-equipped. The circuit may also be provided in a substrate containing one or more electrical contacts coupled to the circuit such that a wired coupling is established with one or more electrical contacts provided in another communication component when connected.	07-05-2012
20140147081	CONNECTOR SYSTEMS HAVING RECEPTACLE ASSEMBLY AND PLUG ASSEMBLY - A data center connector (DCC) system includes a receptacle connector assembly that includes a receptacle body having a plug receiving end, a panel assertion end and a plug receiving chamber at the plug receiving end that receives a plug body of a plug connector assembly. A receptacle ferrule is located in the receptacle body. The receptacle ferrule is moveable axially within the receptacle body and biased toward the plug receiving end. A plug connector assembly includes a plug body having an insertion end sized to be received within the plug receiving chamber of the receptacle body. A plug ferrule is fixed axially within the plug body that contacts the receptacle ferrule and moves the receptacle ferrule axially with the plug body being inserted within the plug receiving chamber of the receptacle body.	05-29-2014
20150063756	SYSTEM FOR TERMINATING ONE OR MORE OPTICAL FIBERS AND FIBER OPTIC CONNECTOR HOLDER USED IN SAME - A system for terminating one or more optical fibers comprises a fiber optic connector, a connector holder, and an installation tool. The fiber optic connector has a ferrule and a connector housing in which the ferrule is at least partially positioned. The connector holder receives at least a portion of the connector housing and has a base portion that defines a bottom surface of the connector holder. The installation tool includes a body with a connector holding area configured to receive and cooperate with the base portion of the connector holder to securely position the fiber optic connector on the body.	03-05-2015
20150063758	GANG FIBER ADAPTOR WITH INTEGRAL MOUNTING FEATURES - A gang adaptor assembly that comprises a plurality of adaptors positioned adjacent to one another along a longitudinal axis, each adaptor having a body that includes a pair of opposed short sides and a pair of opposed long sides, the pair of opposed short sides and the pair of opposed long sides defining an axial cavity for each adaptor, wherein the adaptors are oriented adjacent to one another along the longitudinal axis such that the pair of opposed long sides are substantially transverse to the longitudinal axis and the pair of opposed short sides are substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis; at least a portion of a ferrule alignment structure molded within each adaptor and configured to receive a remaining portion of the ferrule alignment structure; and first and second mounting features; wherein the gang adaptor assembly is molded as a single, integral assembly.	03-05-2015

Brian Jones, Flower Mound, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100062088	COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING KAKADU PLUM EXTRACT OR ACAI BERRY EXTRACT - A topical skin care composition comprising kakadu plum extract or acai berry extract, or a combination of both, is disclosed. The composition can include a high oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) value. The composition can improve the skin's visual appearance, physiological functions, clinical properties, and/or biophysical properties.	03-11-2010
20100074853	Compositions Comprising Kakadu Plum Extract Or Acai Berry Extract - A topical skin care composition comprising kakadu plum extract or acai berry extract, or a combination of both, is disclosed. The composition can include a high oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) value. The composition can improve the skin's visual appearance, physiological functions, clinical properties, and/or biophysical properties.	03-25-2010
20130149401	COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING KAKADU PLUM EXTRACT OR ACAI BERRY EXTRACT - A topical skin care composition comprising kakadu plum extract or acai berry extract, or a combination of both, is disclosed. The composition can include a high oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) value. The composition can improve the skin's visual appearance, physiological functions, clinical properties, and/or biophysical properties.	06-13-2013

Catherine Jones, Missouri City, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100090149	POPPET VALVE ASSEMBLY, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR USE IN HIGH SPEED COMPRESSOR APPLICATIONS - A poppet valve assembly for a high-speed compressor, the poppet valve assembly including a cage that includes a plurality of counter bores disposed therein. The poppet valve assembly further includes a plurality of poppets, each poppet having a stem and a head. The head of each poppet has a maximum diameter that is less than approximately 0.75 inches. The stem of the poppet is disposed in each of said counter bores. The poppet valve assembly also includes a seat plate overlying said cage, said seat plate including a plurality of through bores axially aligned with the counter bores of the cage. Each through bore is sized to have a smaller diameter than the maximum diameter of the head. A lift spacer is disposed in each of the counter bores.	04-15-2010

Chad Frederick Jones, Cypress, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080270405	File Operations with Persistent File Locking Techniques - File systems which provide several different and improved locking capabilities. An application on a client workstation communicates through a client driver to a server which interfaces with a metadata database, which contains locking information about the files. Applications perform as normal. The client driver provides lock and unlock requests to the server when a write lock or a read with intent to write lock is required. If only a read lock is considered appropriate, the client driver does not provide a lock request. The server transparently performs read operations and read locking using the metadata database without specific requests from the client driver. When a read with intent to write or write lock is required, the lock ownership is placed with a given expiration time. When the time expires the lock is not automatically released but remains with the particular requesting client driver until another client driver requests it.	10-30-2008
20100223242	File Operations with Multiple Level File Locking Techniques - File systems which provide several different and improved locking capabilities. An application on a client workstation communicates through a client driver to a server which interfaces with a metadata database, which contains locking information about the files. Applications perform as normal. The client driver provides lock and unlock requests to the server when a write lock or a read with intent to write lock is required. If only a read lock is considered appropriate, the client driver does not provide a lock request. The server transparently performs read operations and read locking using the metadata database without specific requests from the client driver. When a read with intent to write or write lock is required, the lock ownership is placed with a given expiration time. When the time expires the lock is not automatically released but remains with the particular requesting client driver until another client driver requests it.	09-02-2010

Christopher Ellis Jones, Arlington, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080222864	Method for forming a multi-frequency surface acoustic wave device - Provided is a method of manufacturing a multi-frequency surface acoustic wave (SAW) device on a common piezoelectric substrate. The method features varying the resonant frequency of waveguide elements of the SAW device using a single etch step. The etch step removes a sub-portion of multiple layers of conductive film disposed on the substrate.	09-18-2008

Cindy R. Jones, Highland Village, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100017250	SYSTEMS, APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT - Systems, apparatus, and methods are provided to facilitate product development by linking stages of product development with the allocation of resources and support for the product. Products are developed based on a structured framework having distinct stages in which each stage builds upon information of previous stages. At the end of each stage, a review is conducted to determine whether the product is suitable for further development. Upon each review, an integrated set of tools is used to identify and link the product with resources and support needed for the product. In addition, the tools assist in automatically identifying the resources and support needed for the product as it progresses through each stage.	01-21-2010

Claude Dewayne Jones, Sugar Land, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120160492	BORON SHAPED CHARGE - A shaped charge includes a casing; a liner located within an opening of the casing; and an explosive located in the region between the casing and the liner, wherein at least one of the liner and the explosive comprises an intermetallic mixture comprising boron and a reactant metal. The reactant metal is one selected from the group consisting of Ti, Mg, Zr, Mo, and a combination thereof. A method for perforating in a well includes positioning a perforating gun in the well, wherein the perforating gun includes a shaped charge that includes: a casing; a liner located within an opening of the casing; and an explosive located in the region between the casing and the liner, wherein at least one of the liner and the explosive includes an intermetallic mixture that contains boron and a reactant metal; and detonating the shaped charge in the well.	06-28-2012

Corey D. Jones, Lavon, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120283072	WEIGHT TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - A weight training device comprising a hollow tubular body. A plurality of handle wells disposed in the hollow tubular body. A plurality of handles disposed in the handle wells, wherein the plurality of handles comprise axially-oriented handles and circumferentially-oriented handles, and wherein the axially-oriented handles are diametrically opposed to the circumferentially-oriented handles. A fill cap well disposed in the hollow tubular body. A fill cap disposed in the fill cap well and removably attached to the hollow tubular body, wherein the fill cap is threaded and is attached to a threaded extrusion of the hollow tubular body. A plurality of baffles disposed within the hollow tubular body, wherein the hollow tubular body is configured to be used partially filled with a fill material so as to create a randomly variable weight distribution. Two diametrically-opposed end caps are attached to the axial ends of the hollow tubular body.	11-08-2012
20140256515	WEIGHT TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - A weight training device comprising a hollow tubular body. A plurality of handle wells disposed in the hollow tubular body. A plurality of handles disposed in the handle wells, wherein the plurality of handles comprise axially-oriented handles and circumferentially-oriented handles, and wherein the axially-oriented handles are diametrically opposed to the circumferentially-oriented handles. A fill cap well disposed in the hollow tubular body. A fill cap disposed in the fill cap well and removably attached to the hollow tubular body, wherein the fill cap is threaded and is attached to a threaded extrusion of the hollow tubular body. A plurality of baffles disposed within the hollow tubular body, wherein the hollow tubular body is configured to be used partially filled with a fill material so as to create a randomly variable weight distribution. Two diametrically-opposed end caps are attached to the axial ends of the hollow tubular body.	09-11-2014

Dan Jones, Valley Mills, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110077118	Power Transmission System with Continuously Variable Speed Control - The present invention is directed toward an apparatus for continuous speed variation of an output member with respect to a primary input member. In particular, the present invention provides a device having an output that rotates at reduced speed and increased torque relative to its prime input through the low friction, rolling engagement of its members, or alternatively, at increased speed and reduced torque for overdrive applications. Furthermore, the speed of the output member may be varied continuously and infinitely between the apparatus's lowest and highest ratio via a secondary input member and its low friction, rolling engagement with the device's members.	03-31-2011
20120108377	Power Transmission System with Continuously Variable Speed Control - The present invention is directed toward an apparatus for continuous speed variation of an output member with respect to a primary input member. In particular, the present invention provides a device having an output that rotates at reduced speed and increased torque relative to its prime input through the low friction, rolling engagement of its members, or alternatively, at increased speed and reduced torque for overdrive applications. Furthermore, the speed of the output member may be varied continuously and infinitely between the apparatus's lowest and highest ratio via a secondary input member and its low friction, rolling engagement with the device's members.	05-03-2012

Darnell Jones, Dallas, TX US

David B. Jones, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110226531	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING BOREHOLE CONDITIONS, IN PARTICULAR, VERIFICATION OF A FINAL BOREHOLE DIAMETER - The present invention is a system and method for measuring borehole conditions, in particular for verification of a final diameter of a borehole. The system includes a drill string with a drill bit and a drilling mud circulation device, an underreamer attached to the drill string above the drill bit, and a tool body attached to the drill string, having a sensor for detecting downhole conditions, such as borehole diameter. The tool body is mounted above the underreamer and has a diameter smaller than the underreamer and drill bit. The sensor can be an ultrasonic transducer with adjustable signal amplitude and can be fixed in positions along the tool body. The system may also include a calibrator for sensor data, and an auxiliary tool body with another sensor between the drill bit and the underreamer. The method of the present invention is use of the system for final borehole verification.	09-22-2011

David B. Jones, Iowa Park, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110132524	Fiber Reinforced Resin Polymer Mortar Pole - Poles of this invention have an annular body with a wall structure comprising a number of fiber reinforced resin layers, which can be positioned to form an inside and/or outside portion of the wall structure. A portion of the layers are oriented longitudinally within the wall structure, and the wall structure also includes radially-oriented fiber reinforced resin layers. The pole includes one or more layers or a core of a composite material or polymer mortar disposed within one or more locations of the wall structure, e.g., as an intermediate layer and/or as part of the wall inside and/or outside portion. The pole can include an outside surface resistant to ultra violet radiation. Poles of this invention can be formed using a continuous process on a rotating mandrel, making use of differently positioned stations to form the different portions of the pole as the fabrication is moved axially along the mandrel.	06-09-2011

David L. Jones, San Antonio, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110216188	Optical Velocity Tracking for Paint Spray Gun - A method of tracking and reporting the velocity of a hand-held paint spray gun. The object to be painted is placed in a room having one or more fiducial walls. A camera is installed on the spray gun, with its field of view toward the one or more fiducial walls. As the object is painted, the camera detects fiducials, calculates their current position, and compares current positions to previous locations to determine movement and velocity. The current velocity is compared to a stored target velocity, and audible or visible feedback is provided to the spray gun operator.	09-08-2011

David P. Jones, San Antonio, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120149783	WATER-IN-OIL EMULSION COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING GELLAN GUM FOR TOPICAL DELIVERY OF ACTIVE INGREDIENTS TO THE SKIN OR MUCOSA - The present invention is directed to water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion compositions containing gellan gum which provide an enhanced rate of release of active ingredients for delivery to the skin or mucosa.	06-14-2012

David S. Jones, Grapevine, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100303020	EVENT AND DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method for transferring data based on an event function is provided. The method includes receiving an event function from an event initiator. The event function is distributed to one or more destinations associated with event performers. A response message is received as a function of destination and time. It is determined whether the time is less than or equal to a limit time, and it is further determined whether an event parameter is greater than or equal to an event constant if the time is less than or equal to the limit time. Data is transferred from a data origination system accessible by the event initiator to a data destination system accessible by the event performer if the event parameter is greater than or equal to the event constant and if the time is less than or equal to the limit time.	12-02-2010

David Scott Jones, Frisco, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120101946	Method and system for distributed check processing at a plurality of sites - According to one embodiment, the present invention relates to a method and a system for distributed check processing at a plurality of sites. A computer implemented method for check processing comprises the steps of receiving a mail item comprising a payment product at a mail facility; identifying a routing code associated with the mail item; routing the mail item to a payment processing system, based on the routing code; at the payment processing system, extracting the payment product from the mail item; electronically transmitting payment data associated with the payment product to an intended recipient for processing; and destroying the payment product at the payment processing system wherein the payment processing system and the mail facility are local.	04-26-2012

D. Bryan Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110111738	MULTI-SOURCE COMPILATION PROFILES FOR TARGETED CONTENT SOURCING - In at least one embodiment, a profile/content system generates, accesses, and/or serves a compilation profile for targeting content to identifiable communication devices (“ICDs”). The compilation profile can include data associated with a user of an ICD, and the profile/content system obtains the data from multiple data sources. The data sources can include a particular ICD and can also include particular applications running on the ICD and other data sources such as web sites and data aggregators that store data associated with the IDC user. The profile/content system can operate in a variety of modes depending upon a type of request received by the profile/content system. Exemplary modes are: (1) a direct content provision mode, (2) an indirect content provision mode, and (3) a compilation profile provision mode. In at least one embodiment, in the direct content provision mode, the profile/content system receives a request for content directly via an ICD.	05-12-2011

Donna Leigh Jones, Fischer, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120042583	MILes Unit Snap House - The products production, shipping, storage, and assembly acceptable size, shape, and function is as follows: The unit consists of structural panels. Each wall panel slips into a track attached/molded into the floor and roof panels. The panels then attach together using any mechanical fastener or attachment. There are multi-use electrical and plumbing connections. No specialized equipment is used for assembly or disassembly.	02-23-2012

Douglas Jones, Point, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110250996	Tracking System For Use With An Arrow - A tracking system for use with an arrow having a shaft and arrowhead includes a housing having first and second separable portions that define an interior area. A transmitter is operatively coupled to one of the portions and positioned in the interior area when coupled together. A first anchor is configured to be coupled to the shaft and the housing first end. A second anchor is configured to be coupled to the arrowhead and the housing second end. A fastener selectively couples the first and second portions together. A switch activates automatically when the fastener is moved to couple the first and second portions together and causes the transmitter to activate. The system includes a tracking unit having a receiver, display, processor, and programming to indicate a location of the transmitter based on signal received by the receiver from the transmitter. Data received from the transmitter may include an identifier.	10-13-2011

Douglas Alan Jones, Bellaire, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120306164	SEAL SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A system including a seal is provided. The seal includes a first layer made of a first non-metallic, elastic material. The seal further includes a second layer made of a second non-metallic, heat resistant material. The second layer is configured to thermally protect the first layer from heat. The seal is configured to extend across a gap between first and second surfaces, and the first and second layers are formed into a bended structure configured to expand and contract in response to a dimensional change in the gap.	12-06-2012
20130305737	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HEAT RECOVERY IN A GAS TURBINE ENGINE - A system includes an anti-icing heat recovery system, which includes a first heat exchanger, a second heat exchanger, and a variable speed fan. The first heat exchanger is configured to receive a working fluid from an exhaust section of a gas turbine engine and to transfer heat from the working fluid to a cooled intermediate heat transfer medium to generate a heated intermediate heat transfer medium. The second heat exchanger is configured to receive the heated intermediate heat transfer medium from the first heat exchanger and to transfer heat from the heated intermediate heat transfer medium to air entering the gas turbine engine. The variable speed fan is configured to urge the working fluid from the exhaust section of the gas turbine engine through the first heat exchanger.	11-21-2013
20130333393	GAS TURBINE CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Methods and systems for controlling a gas turbine system are provided herein. In one embodiment, a method includes the steps of receiving at least one parameter of turbine inlet air and determining, based on the at least one parameter, an expected condensation level at an intercooler disposed downstream of an inlet air chilling system and in-line between a low pressure compressor and a high pressure compressor. The method further includes determining a desired temperature of the turbine inlet air corresponding to substantially no expected condensation at the intercooler and controlling the inlet air chilling system to chill the turbine inlet air to the desired temperature.	12-19-2013

Drew Thomas Jones, Hurst, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110113641	Tailoring Point-to-Point Measurement Tool - A point-to-point measurement tool performs the measurement of the distance between the outside surfaces of the shoulders across the back of an individual, which is associated with tailoring custom clothing and utilized to determine both the top-of-sleeve points and used to assist in determining the sleeve length measurements in tailoring custom clothing. Various embodiment of the point-to-point measurement tool can be folded, collapsed, or broken down to enable increased portability and ease of storage of the tool.	05-19-2011

Elton Jones, Heath, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120006679	ELECTROCHEMICAL ANODES HAVING FRICTION STIR WELDED JOINTS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING SUCH ANODES - An electrochemical anode is formed using friction stir welded (FSW) joints. A FSW joint may be formed between the bus bar and anode sheet or the lead encapsulation and anode sheet. The FSW joints may also comprise fillet and butt joints. FSW joints may also be utilized to seal the ends of the electrochemical anodes to prevent corrosion.	01-12-2012

Gary Jones, Princeton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110134795	UNIFIED NETWORK PLANNING AND PROVISIONING - An exemplary system includes a network systems database storing order information and diversity information and a link utilization database storing link utilization information. A data manager is configured to validate diversity and link utilization of the order information using the link utilization information and the diversity information. An exemplary method includes storing order information and diversity information in the network systems database, and storing link utilization information in the link utilization database. The method further includes accessing the order information, the diversity information, and the link utilization information with the data manager, and validating diversity and link utilization of the order information with the data manager using the link utilization information and the diversity information.	06-09-2011

Gregory Jones, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080198975	SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR RESPONDING TO CALLBACK MESSAGES - A system and apparatus for responding to callback message is disclosed. An apparatus that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a message processing system having a controller element that compares presence information associated with a calling party and a callback identifier supplied by the calling party directed to a called party. Additional embodiments are disclosed.	08-21-2008
20090176480	APPARATUS FOR MANAGING COMMUNICATION DEVICE IDENTIFIERS - An apparatus for managing communication device identification is disclosed. A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a multimode communication device having a controller to wirelessly transmit a device identifier of the multimode communication device to another multimode communication device, where the device identifier is transmitted using a short distance mode of communication, where the device identifier is transmitted without retrieving data from an address book of the multimode communication device, and where the device identifier is transmitted in response to actuation of at least one of a dedicated button or a code on a keypad of the multimode communication device. Other embodiments are disclosed.	07-09-2009
20100048192	Cellular Device Management - A server device of a communication system provides a web interface to allow a user to modify user interface settings and contact information. The server device communicates the modified settings and contact information to the mobile communication device via a wireless communication network. Accordingly, the user can conveniently configure user interface settings, such as ring tones, alarm settings, or the like, via a web interface, rather than through a cumbersome interface at the mobile communication device. In addition, the user interface settings are communicated to the mobile communication device via the same wireless communication network that carries voice data. Thus, the user interface of the mobile communication device, as well as the stored contact information, can be updated without requiring the user to connect the device to a computer.	02-25-2010
20130288660	Cellular Device Management - A server device of a communication system provides a web interface to allow a user to modify user interface settings and contact information. The server device communicates the modified settings and contact information to the mobile communication device via a wireless communication network. The user interface settings can be communicated to the mobile communication device via the same wireless communication network that carries voice data. The user interface of the mobile communication device, as well as the stored contact information, can be updated without requiring the user to connect the device to a computer.	10-31-2013

James D. Jones, Bay City, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080299351	Non-wood building materials with simulated wood-grain surface appearance - A non-wood building material having a simulated wood-grain appearance of a target natural wood comprising a body defined by an outer surface, the body being formed from a composite material comprising a first amount of a matrix component and a second amount of a filler component; and a third amount of a coloring agent deposited on the outer surface of the body; the outer surface of the body comprising a plurality of grooves configured to (1) expose filler component along the surface of the grooves, and (2) simulate the texture of the target natural wood along the outer surface of the body, the grooves defining an exposed surface of the body; wherein the filler component is present in an amount effective to absorb the coloring agent on the exposed surface in an amount effective for the body to simulate the color of the target natural wood.	12-04-2008

Jeff Jones, Belton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080276581	Removable verticle media insert system for air treatment - A support framework for containing a granular medium that is used to remediate corrosive vaporous pollutants in an air stream. The support framework is situated within a plenum and comprises two concentric open-lattice weave cylinders made from corrosion resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP). The cylinders are of differing diameters and the granular medium is placed into and contained within the open space formed between the inside wall of the outer cylinder and the outside wall of the inner cylinder. The open-lattice weave design allows a greater radial flow through the medium per unit of time, doing so with less pressure drop and using less energy than the prior art. The use of FRP to form the cylinder walls allows creation of large units that are suitable for use in municipal and industrial settings, which was not possible previously.	11-13-2008
20110000373	Removable vertical foam media insert system for pollutant stream remediation reactors - A support framework for containing a structurally integral, porous remediation media, such as foam or reticulated foam that is used to remediate corrosive vaporous pollutants in a contaminated inlet stream. The support framework is situated within a plenum and comprises a pair of open-lattice weave frameworks made from corrosion resistant fiberglass reinforced plastic “FRP”. The frameworks are of differing diameters and are concentrically aligned such that a media containment section is formed within the open space formed between the inside wall of the outer framework and the outside wall of the inner framework. The open-lattice weave design allows a greater radial flow through the media per unit of time, doing so with less pressure drop and using less energy than the prior art. The use of FRP to form the framework walls allows creation of large units that are suitable for use in municipal and industrial settings, which was not possible previously.	01-06-2011
20110272358	Media compaction compensating support system for pollutant stream remediation reactors - The present invention discloses a method of forming a media support wall framework having a graduated through/pore space of the framework wall such that the graduation provides a greater through space in the lowest region of the framework; providing thus an entry plenum pressure differential compensation that compensates for media compaction problems associated with media contained in vertically standing remediation units; thus providing a more equalized passage of a contaminated air or water stream in a radial direction through out the full height of the media bed and assuring more efficient use of the contained media.	11-10-2011

Jeffrey W. Jones, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120018165	Marine Well Containment System and Method - A system and method for rapidly responding to and regaining control of uncontrolled flow from offshore hydrocarbon wells, comprising a subsea containment assembly, optionally including a capture caisson assembly installed around the assembly, riser systems for production of hydrocarbons to capture vessels on the surface of the sea, and modularized subsystems facilitating communication between and fluid flow from the subsea containment assembly through the riser to the capture vessel.	01-26-2012

Jim Jones, Aledo, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100264645	Seal and Restraint System for Plastic Pipe with Low Friction Coating - A method and apparatus for restraining plastic pipe against both internal and external forces at a pipe or fitting connection and to join and seal at least two pipes to form a pipeline is shown featuring an improved restraining and sealing mechanism. The restraining and sealing mechanism includes a circumferential housing and a companion sealing ring which are received within a mating groove provided in the belled end of a female pipe. The circumferential housing has an interior region which contains a gripping ring insert. The sealing ring and housing are integrally located within a belled pipe end during belling operations. Either the exterior of the gripping ring or the interior of the housing is provided with a low friction coating.	10-21-2010

Jim Jones, Fort Worth, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090060635	SELF RESTRAINED DUCTILE IRON FITTING - A combination sealing and restraint system for an as-cast ductile iron fitting is shown for both sealing and preventing separation of an iron pipe fitting and a mating male pipe. A ring-shaped body is installed within a mating groove provided in a mouth region of the as-cast fitting after the fitting has been cast at the manufacturing plant. The ring-shaped body carries a gripping member with teeth on an inner surface thereof which are initially angled away from an outer surface of a mating male pipe. The teeth are forced into engagement with the exterior surface of the mating male pipe as the pipe joint at the fitting is assembled. The teeth are oriented to allow movement of the male pipe in a first direction relative to an end opening of the fitting during assembly, but to resist movement in a opposite direction after the fitting joint has been assembled. The ring-shaped body also includes a relatively flexible portion formed of an elastomer which forms a sealing member with the mating male pipe.	03-05-2009
20100078937	Self Restrained Ductile Iron Fitting - A combination sealing and restraint system for an as-cast ductile iron fitting is shown for both sealing and preventing separation of an iron pipe fitting and a mating male pipe. A ring-shaped body is installed within a mating groove provided in a mouth region of the as-cast fitting after the fitting has been cast at the manufacturing plant. The ring-shaped body is formed of an injection molded elastomeric material and carries a series of gripping segments which have teeth on an inner surface thereof which are designed to engage an outer surface of a mating male pipe. The teeth are oriented to allow movement of the male pipe in a first direction relative to an end opening o f the fitting during assembly, but to resist movement in a opposite direction after the fitting joint has been assembled. The gripping segments are mechanically bonded to the elastomeric body of the gasket during the injection molding operation. The ring-shaped body also includes a relatively flexible portion formed of an elastomer which forms a lip seal region with the mating male pipe.	04-01-2010
20100244442	Self Restrained Ductile Iron Fitting - A combination sealing and restraint system for an as-cast ductile iron fitting is shown for both sealing and preventing separation of an iron pipe fitting and a mating male pipe. A ring-shaped body is installed within a mating groove provided in a mouth region of the as-cast fitting after the fitting has been cast at the manufacturing plant. The ring-shaped body is formed of an injection molded elastomeric material and carries a series of gripping segments which have teeth on an inner surface thereof which are designed to engage an outer surface of a mating male pipe. The teeth are oriented to allow movement of the male pipe in a first direction relative to an end opening of the fitting during assembly, but to resist movement in a opposite direction after the fitting joint has been assembled. The gripping segments have shelf regions which are mechanically secured to the elastomeric body of the gasket. The ring-shaped body also includes a relatively flexible portion formed of an elastomer which forms a lip seal region with the mating male pipe.	09-30-2010

Jimmy J. Jones, Crowley, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080247125	Handheld Housing for Wall-Mount Controller - An assembly for a wall-mount remote-control module includes a housing adapted to receive the wall-mount remote-control module, the housing having mounting means adapted for attaching the wall-mount remote-control module to the housing, and a means for allowing access to input controls on the wall-mount remote-control module.	10-09-2008

John C. Jones, Grapevine, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100324722	SYSTEM FOR MANAGING INVENTORIES OF REAGENTS - A system for managing the inventory of reagents for a laboratory automation system. The system for managing the inventory of reagents comprises a controller, software for the controller, and a refrigerator capable of refrigerating reagents, detecting the presence or absence of reagents in the refrigerator, and detecting the location of reagents in the refrigerator. The system for managing the inventory of reagents is connected to a laboratory automation system. The laboratory automation system comprises at least one clinical analyzer. A typical system for managing inventories of reagents includes an operator interface for the loading of boxes of reagents and other supplies, radio frequency identification system for identification of inventory and tracking, robotic mechanisms for loading containers onto the track system and removing containers from the track system, de-capping equipment, refrigeration equipment, and information technology connections to laboratory analyzers and vendors.	12-23-2010
20130137093	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING INVENTORIES OF REAGENTS - A system for managing the inventory of reagents for a laboratory automation system. The system for managing the inventory of reagents comprises a controller, software for the controller, and a refrigerator capable of refrigerating reagents, detecting the presence or absence of reagents in the refrigerator, and detecting the location of reagents in the refrigerator. The system for managing the inventory of reagents is connected to a laboratory automation system. The laboratory automation system comprises at least one clinical analyzer. A typical system for managing inventories of reagents includes an operator interface for the loading of boxes of reagents and other supplies, radio frequency identification system for identification of inventory and tracking, robotic mechanisms for loading containers onto the track system and removing containers from the track system, de-capping equipment, refrigeration equipment, and information technology connections to laboratory analyzers and vendors.	05-30-2013
20140127818	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING INVENTORIES OF REAGENTS - A system for managing the inventory of reagents for a laboratory automation system. The system for managing the inventory of reagents comprises a controller, software for the controller, and a refrigerator capable of refrigerating reagents, detecting the presence or absence of reagents in the refrigerator, and detecting the location of reagents in the refrigerator. The system for managing the inventory of reagents is connected to a laboratory automation system. The laboratory automation system comprises at least one clinical analyzer. A typical system for managing inventories of reagents includes an operator interface for the loading of boxes of reagents and other supplies, radio frequency identification system for identification of inventory and tracking, robotic mechanisms for loading containers onto the track system and removing containers from the track system, de-capping equipment, refrigeration equipment, and information technology connections to laboratory analyzers and vendors.	05-08-2014

John F. Jones, Allen, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090236789	SYSTEM FOR ALIGNING A SHEET FOR SIMULTANEOUS MODIFICATION OF A PLURALITY OF AREAS - A system and method are described for aligning a sheet for simultaneous modification of a plurality of areas of the sheet. The sheet may be received by an alignment device from a feeder. The alignment device may angularly align the sheet, which may cause the sheet to become flush to the alignment device. The alignment device may adjust the sheet to correct for an offset alignment which may cause the sheet to be aligned with the direction of travel of the sheet. The alignment device may also align the sheet with a plurality of print heads. A conveyor may then pass the sheet beneath the plurality of print heads. The plurality of print heads may simultaneously modify the plurality of areas of the sheet.	09-24-2009

Ken Jones, Bedias, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110012751	MESSAGE BOARD SYSTEM AND METHOD - Provided is a messaging system that includes a highway message sign system. The message sign system includes a wireless cellular router having an Ethernet port and a serial port and being capable of communicating with a cellular wireless communication network. The message system also includes a camera coupled to the Ethernet port of the cellular router and a message sign. The message sign includes a message display and a message sign controller coupled to the serial port of the cellular router. The message sign controller is able to control operation of the message sign. Further provided is a method of operating message sign remote controller. The method includes receiving a request to communicate with a message sign system, executing an initialization file configured to initialize a communication port redirect, executing an initialization file configured to account for transmission latencies associated with use of the communication port redirect, generating a serial communication configured control operation of a message sign system, routing a serial communication from a message control application to the communication port redirect, converting the serial communication to an other communication protocol message receivable by a wireless cellular network, and routing the other communication to the message sign system via the wireless cellular network.	01-20-2011

Kevin M. Jones, Tomball, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120227567	Translucent Instrument Bell with Lighting System - A musical instrument with a translucent or transparent bell of clear or colored composition having light emitting elements positioned such as to transmit light throughout the bell of the instrument, the lights being capable control for sequential flashing display of intensity and/or color, controlled either by electronic sequential timing or in response to the sound or vibrations produced by the instrument.	09-13-2012

Larren Michael Jones, Nazareth, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110197552	System and Method for Unwrapping Round Modules - A system and method for unwrapping round modules is disclosed. Specifically, a method for unwrapping a round module is disclosed. The method comprises supporting a round module wrapped in a module wrapper on a tilting module feeder having a tilting module feeder first side and a tilting module feeder second side, cutting the module wrapper substantially horizontally from a round module first side to a round module second side, and applying tension to a module wrapper top flap.	08-18-2011
20130216342	System and Method for Unwrapping Round Modules - A round module unwrapping method is disclosed. Said round module unwrapping method comprising: supporting one or more round modules on a module feeder floor of a round module unwrapping system, detaching a first flap from a second flap of a module wrapper of said round modules, and pulling said second flap of said module wrapper. Said round module unwrapping system comprises a module feeder floor, a first side and a second side. Each of said round modules comprise a module wrapper holding a packed fibrous material. Each of said round modules comprise a first side, a second side, a front, a back, a top, and a bottom. Each of said module wrappers comprise said first flap, said second flap, an inside surface, and an outside surface.	08-22-2013

Lisa Kimes Jones, Stafford, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110105648	PROCESS OF COPOLYMERIZATION IN EMULSION OF 1-ALKENES AND VINYL ESTERS WITH HIGH CONVERSION AND THEIR USE - New process conditions are described and more particularly emulsion polymerization of compositions which are based on copolymers of vinyl acetate, straight chain α-olefin and an optional third different olefinically-unsaturated co-monomer in which the α-olefin is emulsified prior to the addition into the polymerization mixture.	05-05-2011

Malcom Lee Jones, Amarillo, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110197552	System and Method for Unwrapping Round Modules - A system and method for unwrapping round modules is disclosed. Specifically, a method for unwrapping a round module is disclosed. The method comprises supporting a round module wrapped in a module wrapper on a tilting module feeder having a tilting module feeder first side and a tilting module feeder second side, cutting the module wrapper substantially horizontally from a round module first side to a round module second side, and applying tension to a module wrapper top flap.	08-18-2011
20130216342	System and Method for Unwrapping Round Modules - A round module unwrapping method is disclosed. Said round module unwrapping method comprising: supporting one or more round modules on a module feeder floor of a round module unwrapping system, detaching a first flap from a second flap of a module wrapper of said round modules, and pulling said second flap of said module wrapper. Said round module unwrapping system comprises a module feeder floor, a first side and a second side. Each of said round modules comprise a module wrapper holding a packed fibrous material. Each of said round modules comprise a first side, a second side, a front, a back, a top, and a bottom. Each of said module wrappers comprise said first flap, said second flap, an inside surface, and an outside surface.	08-22-2013

Mary L. Jones, Athens, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120092165	Digital Disc Alarm - An alarm for digital storage discs includes an alarm module positioned within the central indention found in conventional CD and DVD jewel cases. A lid sensor in communication with the alarm module includes a pair of spaced trigger arms that form an ovate opening. A nodule on the uppermost arm engages the jewel case lid to maintain engagement of electrical contacts on the arms. An arming switch includes a magnetically-operated pin that is extended into the opening formed between the triggers to prevent the contacts from separating. Once the jewel case is sealed, an arming station initially retracts the pin while the case lid firmly engages the nodule to maintain the contacts in engagement. If an unauthorized user opens the jewel case without first extending the pin at the arming station, the triggers will automatically separate thereby activating the alarm.	04-19-2012

Matthew Jones, Weatherford, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100039986	WIRELESS RADIO AND NETWORK - In one aspect, a wireless radio may be used to connect to a wireless network, including a mesh network. For enhanced security, the radio may operate in silent mode whereby it does not advertise its presence until after it has detected another node. The radio may also provide its own subnetwork and provide network address translation to further enhance security and simplify network traffic.	02-18-2010

Michael J. Jones, Cedar Park, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100241894	DYNAMIC ADDITION OF REDUNDANT NETWORK IN DISTRIBUTED SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS - Disclosed is a computer implemented method and apparatus for establishing a redundant channel from an application to a peer data processing system. The interrupt-driven hot standby program receives, through the operation of a data processing system, a communication channel status corresponding to an application. The application has a first channel using local access across a first physical conduit to a first switch. In addition the communication channel status is, in part, an interrupt. The interrupt-driven hot standby program determines whether the redundant channel is present. The redundant channel is configured to use a second physical conduit distinct from the first physical conduit for traffic of the application. Responding to a determination that the redundant channel is present, the interrupt-driven hot standby program determines whether the redundant channel is configured to use the second physical conduit as local access to a redundant switch, wherein the redundant switch is not the first switch. The interrupt-driven hot standby program responds to a determination that the redundant channel is configured to use the second physical conduit by updating a communication channel list to include at least one attribute of the redundant channel, wherein the communication channel list is resident in the data processing system.	09-23-2010
20140157229	Streamlining Hardware Initialization Code - According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, hardware initialization code and error action information are retrieved from separate storage areas. The hardware initialization code includes code that initializes a device, and also includes placeholders corresponding to actions that are performed when the device fails initialization. Likewise, the error action information describes the actions that are performed when the device fails initialization. The error action information is converted into macros that include lines of code. As such, the error action placeholders are matched to the macros and, in turn, each of the error action placeholders is replaced with the lines of code corresponding to the matched macros.	06-05-2014
20140157230	Streamlining Hardware Initialization Code - According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, hardware initialization code and error action information are retrieved from separate storage areas. The hardware initialization code includes code that initializes a device, and also includes placeholders corresponding to actions that are performed when the device fails initialization. Likewise, the error action information describes the actions that are performed when the device fails initialization. The error action information is converted into macros that include lines of code. As such, the error action placeholders are matched to the macros and, in turn, each of the error action placeholders is replaced with the lines of code corresponding to the matched macros.	06-05-2014
20140157234	Overriding System Attributes and Function Returns in a Software Subsystem - An approach is provided in which a request is received from a software module to retrieve a value stored in a pre-defined location. Prior to retrieving the value, an override tank is checked for a corresponding override value. When the override tank includes an override value, the override value in the override tank is provided to the software module. When the override tank fails to include a corresponding override value, an actual value is retrieved from a pre-defined storage location and provided to the software module. In one embodiment, the override value is an override system attribute value. In another embodiment, the override value is an override function return value.	06-05-2014
20140157237	Overriding System Attributes and Function Returns in a Software Subsystem - An approach is provided in which a request is received from a software module to retrieve a value stored in a pre-defined location. Prior to retrieving the value, an override tank is checked for a corresponding override value. When the override tank includes an override value, the override value in the override tank is provided to the software module. When the override tank fails to include a corresponding override value, an actual value is retrieved from a pre-defined storage location and provided to the software module. In one embodiment, the override value is an override system attribute value. In another embodiment, the override value is an override function return value.	06-05-2014

Michael John Jones, Cedar Park, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080320332	Error Processing Across Multiple Initiator Network - An architecture for error log processing is provided. Each error log is given a defined priority and mapped to an error recovery procedure (ERP) to be run if the log is seen. The system has a plurality of software layers to process the errors. Each software layer processes the error independently. Errors are reported to a higher software stack when error recovery fails from the lower stack ERPs and recovery is non-transparent. If the system host identified for error processing fails, the control of the ERP is transferred during the failover process. Non-obvious failed component isolating ERPs are grouped to be run together to assist in isolating the failed component. Prioritization of the error systems may be based on a plurality of criteria. ERPs are assigned to run within a particular software stack.	12-25-2008
20090187786	PARITY DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus for parity data management receives a write command and write data from a computing device. The apparatus also builds a parity control structure corresponding to updating a redundant disk array with the write data and stores the parity control structure in a persistent memory buffer of the computing device. The apparatus also updates the redundant disk array with the write data in accordance with a parity control map and restores the RAID controller parity map from the parity control structure as part of a data recovery operation if updating the redundant disk array with the write data is interrupted by a RAID controller failure resulting in a loss of the RAID controller parity map. In certain embodiments, the parity control structure is a RAID controller parity map.	07-23-2009
20090327654	Method of Handling Duplicate or Invalid Node Controller IDs in a Distributed Service Processor Environment - A method for enabling a Node Controller (NC), which claims a duplicate or invalid service processor Node Controller Identification (NCID) in a distributed service processor system, to be integrated into the system includes reading an NCID by the NC after the NC is booted, saving the NCID into a non-volatile storage and broadcasting an NC Present Message (NPM) to a Service Processor (SC) repeatedly until the SC initiates communication, updating the NCID for the NC in the non-volatile storage when the NC receives an NCID change message from the SC and rating any future NPM as a new NCID, and checking a record of an new NC in the non-volatile storage when the SC receives the NPM from the NC. If the SC has a record of a recorded NC with the same NCID as the new NC, then the SC checks its role as a primary SC. If the SC does not have the record of the recorded NC with the same NCID as the new NC, then the SC checks validity of the NCID.	12-31-2009

Michael S. Jones, Coppell, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120151025	FRAMEWORK PROVIDING UNIFIED INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT FOR POLYMORPHIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) FUNCTIONS ACROSS DISPARATE GROUPS IN A CLOUD COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT - Performance of polymorphic IT functions in a cloud computing environment can begin by providing an individualized selection mechanism for initiating polymorphic IT functions upon a node of a cloud computing environment. A polymorphic IT function can represent an IT function where the actions required to perform the IT function vary depending upon a combination of configuration parameters for the node. User-specification of the combination of configuration parameters can be rendered unnecessary by the individualized selection mechanism. A polymorphic IT function framework can receive a request identifying the node and a driver program via the individualized selection mechanism to perform a user-selected polymorphic IT function. The driver program can define actions for performing the polymorphic IT function upon the node for the combination of configuration parameters. The driver program can then be invoked. Upon completion of the driver program, notification can be sent to a designated entity.	06-14-2012
20140245297	MANAGING ALLOCATION OF HARDWARE RESOURCES IN A VIRTUALIZED ENVIRONMENT - Hardware resources in a virtualized environment are managed. Via at least one processor external to a physical host that hosts a plurality of virtual machines, resource statistics are received pertaining to hardware resources of the physical host that are allocated to each of the plurality of virtual machines. External to the physical host and in real time, the resource statistics are analyzed to determine whether allocation of the hardware resources to each of the plurality of virtual machines is optimized. When the allocation of the hardware resources to at least one of the virtual machines is not optimized, in real time, at least one resource allocation message is communicated to the physical host, the resource allocation message indicating at least one hardware resource that is to be allocated to, or de-allocated from, the at least one virtual machine.	08-28-2014

Mike I. Jones, Azle, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090321570	SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WINDBLAST REDUCTION DURING RELEASE OR EJECTION FROM AIRCRAFT - The invention reduces the impact of flowfield forces on objects launched from high speed aircraft during flight. For example, the invention provides a solution for overcoming ejection windblast injuries to pilots and increases the probability of injury-free or low-injury ejection. The gas flow is used to rapidly create a very short duration protective “bubble” in the incoming air flow ahead of the ejecting pilot. The bubble reduces the local flow velocity and aerodynamic forces on the pilot during the injury-critical time period of ejection. The invention also is suitable for reducing the intensity of flowfield forces that act on released military aircraft ordnance, such as bombs and missiles.	12-31-2009

Nicolelyne Jones, Cedar Park, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080271037	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LOAD BALANCE SERVER MANAGEMENT - A computer implemented method, apparatus, and computer usable program code for balancing management loads. Loads are analyzed for a plurality of hardware control points to form an analysis in response to receiving a notification from a hardware control point indicating that a new manageable data processing system has been discovered. One of the plurality of hardware control points is selected using the analysis to form a selected hardware control point. The message is sent to the selected hardware control point to manage the new manageable data processing system, wherein the selected hardware control point manages the new manageable data processing system.	10-30-2008

Phillip M. Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120117327	Bimodal Branch Predictor Encoded in a Branch Instruction - Each branch instruction having branch prediction support has branch prediction bits in architecture specified bit positions in the branch instruction. An instruction cache supports modifying the branch instructions with updated branch prediction bits that are dynamically determined when the branch instruction executes.	05-10-2012

Quincy J. Jones, Spring, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110130604	SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING LINEAR ALPHA OLEFINS - Processes and systems for producing linear alpha olefins are described herein. One embodiment is a process comprising: a) separating a mixed butene stream comprising 1-butene and 2-butene into an overhead 1-butene stream and a bottoms 2-butene stream in a butene distillation column, a portion of the bottoms 2-butene stream being separated to form a butene reboiler stream that is heated and vaporized in a reboiler and returned to the butene distillation column, (b) subjecting at least a portion of the overhead 1-butene stream from (a) to catalytic metathesis to produce an effluent including 3-hexene, (c) isomerizing 3-hexene from (b) to produce a mixed hexene stream comprising 1-hexene, 2-hexene and 3-hexene, (d) separating the mixed hexene stream in a hexene fractionation tower to form a 1-hexene vapor overhead stream that is condensed in a cooler and a bottoms stream comprising 2-hexene and 3-hexene, and (e) using heat obtained by condensing the 1-hexene vapor overhead stream of (d) to heat the butene reboiler stream of (a). Another embodiment is a superfractionation process. Corresponding systems are also disclosed.	06-02-2011

Robert F. Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120191704	Data Visualization Interface - Provided is a method of preparing a data-visualization interface. The method may include receiving a request to view data; retrieving a display configuration responsive to the request to view data, the display configuration identifying two or more context dimensions and three or more sub-display dimensions; retrieving data responsive to the request to view data; designating, in visualization data, a portion of the data as visible data and a portion of the data as cache data based on the display configuration; assigning, in the visualization data, positioning data to a plurality of sub-displays based on the two or more context dimensions, the sub-displays displaying data markers; assigning, in the visualization data, a portion of the cache data to groups of the sub-displays that are co-linear based on the context dimensions; and transmitting the visualization data.	07-26-2012
20140040794	Data Visualization Interface - Provided is a method of preparing a data-visualization interface. The method may include receiving a request to view data; retrieving a display configuration responsive to the request to view data, the display configuration identifying two or more context dimensions and three or more sub-display dimensions; retrieving data responsive to the request to view data; designating, in visualization data, a portion of the data as visible data and a portion of the data as cache data based on the display configuration; assigning, in the visualization data, positioning data to a plurality of sub-displays based on the two or more context dimensions, the sub-displays displaying data markers; assigning, in the visualization data, a portion of the cache data to groups of the sub-displays that are co-linear based on the context dimensions; and transmitting the visualization data.	02-06-2014

Robert Gavin Jones, Huntsville, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110233125	SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF CREATING A BIOFILM FOR THE REDUCTION OF WATER CONTAMINATION - In some embodiments, a system may reduce contaminants in water. A system may include a biofilm in a container. The biofilm may be formed from one or more bacteria coupled to one or more substrates. The bacteria may be selected to maximize the reduction of contaminants in water. The system may include one or more bacteria generators to provide bacteria to the biofilm and/or one or more air sources to provide an air bubble stream to the container and/or the bacteria generator. In some embodiments, bacteria may be preserved in a starvation phase. Bacteria may be incubated until they reach a starvation phase. The bacteria may then be preserved as beads or immobilized on a substrate. The preserved bacteria may be used in a system for the reduction of contaminants in water.	09-29-2011

Robert J. Jones, Cedar Park, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110112436	Distraction pins for fluid aspiration - A distraction pin for aspiration of a bone fluid and marrow. The pin includes an elongate metallic shaft of generally uniform diameter having a proximate end. The proximate end of the shaft includes an adaptor (attachment means) and a longitudinal bore extending from the distal end to the proximate end. The distal end of the shaft includes threading adapted for screwing the shaft into bone. The distal end also includes at least two fenestrations transverse to the longitudinal bore.	05-12-2011
20140135855	INSTRUMENTS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING SEPARATION DISTANCE OF VERTEBRAL BODIES WITH A MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINAL STABILIZATION PROCEDURE - A spinal stabilization system may be formed in a patient. In some embodiments, a minimally invasive procedure may be used to form a spinal stabilization system in a patient. Bone fastener assemblies may be coupled to vertebrae. Each bone fastener assembly may include a bone fastener and a collar. Extenders may be coupled to the collar to allow for formation of the spinal stabilization system through a small skin incision. The extenders may allow for alignment of the collars to facilitate insertion of an elongated member in the collars. An elongated member may be positioned in the collars and a closure member may be used to secure the elongated member to the collars. An adjuster may be used in conjunction with the extenders to change a separation distance between the bone fastener assemblies.	05-15-2014

Rodney H. Jones, Colleyville, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120199269	Contact Stiffeners for Structural Skins - An internal stiffening member of varying configurations in which the stiffening elements support the skin using a compression-only load path is disclosed. A rib can be inserted into an assembled structural box beam, and a filler material can be used to fill any gaps between the slip-in rib and the interior surface of the structural box beam. The filler material is preferably an expandable material, such as an expandable foam-type material. However, in situations where a slip-in rib forms a primary structural rib, the filler material is preferably a structural adhesive or liquid shim material. A solid adhesive or filler would not crush under the clamping forces from fasteners or bolts at localized fitting attachments.	08-09-2012

Rodney H. Jones, Grapevine, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090232591	Apparatus for Joining Members and Assembly Thereof - An apparatus for joining a first member and a second member includes means for joining the first member and the second member, means for transferring shear loads between the first member and the second member separate from the means for joining the first member and the second member, and means for providing a compression preload to the means for transferring shear loads between first member and the second member. An assembly includes a first member, a second member, and means for joining the first member and the second member. The assembly further includes means for transferring shear loads between the first member and the second member separate from the means for joining a the first member and the second member and means for providing a compression preload to the means for transferring shear loads between the first member and the second member.	09-17-2009

Samuel Arthur Jones, Oak Point, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120280008	Security holster enclosure system - The invention is configured in a ladies purse with a separate apparatus incorporating a backing plate with a mounted holster for the safe and secure method of concealing and carrying a handgun. Whereby the opening of the apparatus allows for the hand to be placed on the grip of the handgun for rapid removal. The apparatus enclosure is secured with two separate looped zipper tabs, meeting together to secure with a key or combination locking device. The apparatus consists of leather or a fabric enclosure containing an affixed semi rigid backing plate, affixed with a mounted holster, with a trigger detent, and tension screws. The ejection port and gun slide are restricted, when in a stowed position. The rear sight, grip, and magazine are exposed on the outside of the holster. This invention is a adaptable within a gym bag, fanny pack, tote, and computer bag.	11-08-2012

Sheila B. Jones, Mcgregor, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090158646	ROLLABLE MULCH MAT MADE OF RECYCLED MATERIAL AND RELATED MANUFACTURING METHODS - A mulch mat made of recyclable material is provided having a surface made of recycled material such as rubber and another surface made of a weed inhibiting fabric. The fabric extends from at least one edge of the mat to provide an overlapping area upon which another of the mats sits to prevent weed, grass and other plants from growing between the mats.	06-25-2009
20090158648	ROLLABLE MULCH MAT MADE OF RECYCLED MATERIAL AND RELATED MANUFACTURING METHODS - A mulch mat made of recyclable material is provided having a mulch-appearing surface made of recycled material such as rubber and another surface made of a plant inhibiting fabric. The fabric extends beyond the mulch-appearing surface on at least one edge of the mat to provide an area upon which another of the mats may be positioned to prevent weed, grass and other plants from growing between the mats. In addition, the mulch mat may include fertilizer to nourish nearby trees, bushes and the like.	06-25-2009
20090282733	MULCH MAT WITH FERTILIZER AND REALISTIC APPEARANCE - An elastomeric mat is provided, which includes rubber buffings, a binder holding the buffings together, and a coloring agent. A portion of the rubber buffings is randomly and angularly oriented, relative to the lower surface of the mat, to provide a non-uniform upper surface and a non-uniform thickness of the mat. The irregular spacing of the rubber buffings and the irregular surface texture results in a mat resembling natural shredded wood mulch. Fertilizer may also be incorporated on, or within, the mat to nurture trees or other plants about which the mat is placed.	11-19-2009

Terence C. Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110178996	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING A DE-DUPLICATED DATA SET - The present invention is directed to a system and method for creating a non-redundant data set from a plurality of data sources. Generally, the system and method operate by creating unique hash keys corresponding to unique data files; compiling the hash keys along with seeking information for the corresponding data files; de-duplicating the hash keys; and retrieving/storing the data files corresponding to the de-duplicated hash keys. Thus, in accordance with the system and method of the present invention, a non-redundant data set can be created from a plurality of data sources. The system of the present invention can operate independently or in conjunction with any de-duplicating methods and systems. For example, a de-duplicating method and system can be used to read and obtain data from a variety of media, regardless of the application used to generate the backup media. The component parts of a file may be read from a medium, including content and metadata pertaining to a file. These pieces of content and metadata may then be stored and associated. To avoid duplication of data, pieces of content and metadata may be compared to previously stored content and metadata. Furthermore, using these same methods and systems the content and metadata of a file may be associated with a location where the file resided. A database which stores these components and allows linking between the various stored components may be particularly useful in implementing embodiments of these methods and systems.	07-21-2011
20110218973	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING A DE-DUPLICATED DATA SET AND PRESERVING METADATA FOR PROCESSING THE DE-DUPLICATED DATA SET - The present invention provides a system and method for de-duplicating a large heterogeneous stock of data and collecting metadata associated with that data. Additionally, the system and method provide a means for retrieving data items based on specific criteria that can be identified in the collected metadata.	09-08-2011

Terry Dale Jones, Tomball, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100044030	Geometrically Optimized Expansion Cone - A geometrically optimized expansion cone for radially expanding a tubular member. In some embodiments, the expansion cone includes an annular body having an outer surface. The outer surface includes a linear surface having a constant diameter, a curvilinear surface extending from the linear surface, a recessed surface having a diameter less than the diameter of the curvilinear surface, and a chamfer between the recessed surface and the curvilinear surface. The diameter of the linear surface is substantially equal to an inner diameter of the tubular member after expansion, while the chamfer has a maximum diameter less than an inner diameter of the tubular member prior to expansion. The curvilinear surface has a diameter defined by a radius of curvature which is tangent to the chamfer at the maximum diameter and tangent to the linear surface.	02-25-2010

Terry G. Jones, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110111924	BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS FIGHT, TRAINER, AND GAME SYSTEM AND METHOD - A boxing or martial arts training and/or exercise device includes one or more punching pads locationally displaced and supported on a frame. Respective pads are positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking. Each pad communicatively connects to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor communicatively connects to a control unit. The control unit is communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects touches and taps to the pad and signals the control unit of the detection. Responsive to the detection, the control unit directs sequences shown in the display according to a fighting sequence, a training sequence, or other sequence. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items for the respective types of sequences. The fighting sequence displays an avatar fighter in the display for selective responsive punch or kick to the avatar fighter to via a select pad or pads as directed in the display. The training sequence displays an avatar fighter and a graphic of the pad or pads in relational arrangement supported on the frame for selective responsive punch or kick to the pad(s) as directed in the display. The control unit of the device receives input from the impact sensors in response to each punch or kick, and directs next sequences displayed in the display accordingly, for example, by processing and display of informational content relative to punches and kicks. Selection among fighting or training sequences, and among other items, for directional input to the control unit for processing of fighting, training, and other sequence are made by touch or tap of a respective pad.	05-12-2011
20110180564	Timing Soap Dispenser Apparatus and Method - A soap dispenser system for dispensing soap in response to a user's action, such as pumping force to a dispenser pump of a soap container. The soap container has a theme identifier device corresponding to the soap container. A supportive base detachably connects to the soap container. The base includes a receiver device for detecting the theme identifier device of the soap container when the soap connector is connected to the base. A readable data storage is connected to the receiver device. The storage contains data representing a variety of different human perceptible media, such as audio (e.g., animal, people, or musical sounds). At least one of the variety of media corresponds to the theme identifier device of the soap container. An output device delivers the media to a user of the soap container. A processor connected to the receiver device, the storage, and the output device responds to the receiver detecting the theme identifier device and dispensing action by a user to obtain soap from the container. The processor selectively controls the output device to deliver specific media (from among the variety) to the user corresponding to the theme identifier device of the soap container. The system can encourage frequent and efficacious washing. The media encourages washing for recommended wash times, for example, the system delivers 20-30 seconds (or such other period as desired for the particular embodiment) of animal sounds for entertainment and measure of recommended wash time when an animal themed soap container is used.	07-28-2011
20120108394	INTERACTIVE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS - A boxing or martial arts training and exercise device may include punching pads locationally displaced on a frame. Respective pads may be positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking Each pad can communicatively connect to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor can communicatively connect to a control unit. The control unit may be communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects strikes to the pad. The impact sensor includes an accelerometer and a signal processor. The control unit includes an aggregator for receiving and logging strike metrics. The control unit directs sequences in the display according to a routine, and delivers indicators of strike metrics. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items. A video of a human instructor or an animated avatar is viewable in a display.	05-03-2012
20120112020	PORTABLE DEVICE SUPPORT AND ORGANIZER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for supporting a portable electronic device atop a surface includes a planar back side having a top and a bottom for resting on the surface in use, a front side having an upper edge connected to the top of the planar back side, forming an angle between the planar back side and the front side, and a bottom edge, and a cupped bottom connected to the bottom edge, the cupped bottom extending from the front side opposite the angle, and the cupped bottom for resting on the surface in use. The portable electronic device, in use with the system, rests on the cupped bottom and against the front side. An opening formed in the front side and an opening formed in the back side accommodate a cord of the portable electronic device. The back side includes a retainer for the cord.	05-10-2012
20130065731	INTERACTIVE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS - A boxing or martial arts training and exercise device may include punching pads locationally displaced on a frame. Respective pads may be positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking Each pad can communicatively connect to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor can communicatively connect to a control unit. The control unit may be communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects strikes to the pad. The impact sensor includes an accelerometer and a signal processor. The control unit includes an aggregator for receiving and logging strike metrics. The control unit directs sequences in the display according to a routine, and delivers indicators of strike metrics. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items. A video of a human instructor or an animated avatar is viewable in a display.	03-14-2013

Timothy Jones, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090281682	Wirelessly Controlled Motorized Vehicle System - A wirelessly controlled motorized vehicle system may be utilized to facilitate operation of a motorized vehicle. The wirelessly controlled motorized vehicle system may comprise a motorized vehicle and a wireless communications system. The motorized vehicle may comprise a drive system operable to operate the motorized vehicle and a controller in communication with at least a portion of the drive system. The controller may be configured to receive a command from a user. The wireless communications system may be configured to allow wireless communication between the controller and the portion of the drive system. The wireless communications system may comprise one or more transmitters in communication with the controller and one or more receivers in communication with the portion of the drive system. Alternate embodiments may comprise a gauge and/or a central display unit in combination with one or more of the elements listed above.	11-12-2009

Timothy S. Jones, Fort Worth, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110148251	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPERATING PIEZOELECTRIC SWITCHES - Systems and methods for operating piezoelectric switches are disclosed. A piezoelectric switching system includes a first actuator, a second actuator, and a bias voltage source. The first actuator has a first body electrode, a first gate electrode, and a first contact region. The second actuator has a second body electrode, a second gate electrode, and a second contact region. The first and second contact regions are separated by a gap. The bias voltage source applies a bias voltage to the body electrodes. The bias voltage is lower in magnitude than an actuation voltage for the switch. The gate electrodes receive a switching voltage. The switching voltage causes at least one of the first and second actuators to bend, thereby closing the gap such that the second contact region electrically contacts the first contact region. The difference between the switching voltage and the bias voltage exceeds the actuation voltage of the switch.	06-23-2011

Timothy S. Jones, Carrollton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110257660	APPARATUS FOR IMPLANTING AN ELECTRICAL STIMULATION LEAD - In one embodiment, an introducer is provided for implanting an electrical stimulation lead to enable electrical stimulation of nerve tissue. The introducer includes an outer sheath and an inner penetrator. The outer sheath may accommodate insertion of the electrical stimulation lead and may be inserted into a human body near the nerve tissue. The inner penetrator is removably housed within the outer sheath and includes an inner channel configured to accommodate a guide wire, a tip end having a shape and size substantially conforming to that of the guide wire, a body region having a shape and size substantially conforming to that of the outer sheath, and one or more transition regions substantially connecting the tip end with the body region. At least a portion of the transition regions of the inner penetrator may flex to substantially follow flexures in the guide wire during advancement of the inner penetrator.	10-20-2011
20120010626	BURR HOLE CAPS AND METHODS OF USE - In one embodiment, a kit, for securing a lead or cannula within a burr hole, comprises: a base structure to be positioned immediately adjacent to or partially within the burr hole; a lead securing member for securing the lead within the burr hole, the lead securing member comprising a first arm structure and a second arm structure, at least one spring loaded structure adapted to exert a force to bring the first arm structure and the second arm structure together; and a positioning tool having a distal end adapted to be inserted within the lead securing member; wherein when the distal end of the positioning tool is positioned within the lead securing member, the distal end holds the first and second arm structures a sufficient distance apart to receive a lead or a cannula between the first and second arm structures.	01-12-2012
20120245594	APPARATUS FOR IMPLANTING AN ELECTRICAL STIMULATION LEAD - In one embodiment, an introducer is provided for implanting an electrical stimulation lead to enable electrical stimulation of nerve tissue. The introducer includes an outer sheath and an inner penetrator. The outer sheath may accommodate insertion of the electrical stimulation lead and may be inserted into a human body near the nerve tissue. The inner penetrator is removably housed within the outer sheath and includes an inner channel configured to accommodate a guide wire, a tip end having a shape and size substantially conforming to that of the guide wire, a body region having a shape and size substantially conforming to that of the outer sheath, and one or more transition regions substantially connecting the tip end with the body region. At least a portion of the transition regions of the inner penetrator may flex to substantially follow flexures in the guide wire during advancement of the inner penetrator.	09-27-2012
20130035730	IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR - In one embodiment, there is disclosed a lead locking mechanism for use in a header component of an implantable pulse generator. In certain embodiments, the lead locking mechanism comprises a first locking member positioned to engage a surface of at least two leads; a second locking member positioned to also engage a surface of at least two leads, and a coupling member coupling the first locking member to the second locking member.	02-07-2013

Trina Jones, Arlington, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100181809	Doggie Seat - A portable seat for a pet for cooperating with the vehicle seat may include a seatback to cooperate with the back of the vehicle seat. a seat bottom to cooperate with the bottom of the vehicle seat, a pair of opposing seat sides to extend from the seat bottom and the seatback, and a pivotable animal retention tray which may pivot with respect to the opposing seat sides. The portable animal seat may include a top cover section to cover a top surface of the seatback, and the portable animal seat may include a back cover section to cover a front surface of the seatback. The portable animal seat may include a seat cover section in order to cover a top surface of the seat bottom, and the seatback may include a mechanical release. The seatback may include a detachable strap assembly to cooperate with the mechanical release, and the detachable strap assembly may include a expandable and retractable strap which operates in response to the mechanical release.	07-22-2010

Troy Allen Jones, Frisco, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120179757	SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR COMMUNICATION AND PROMOTION OF AUDIO WITHIN A SOCIAL NETWORK - The present invention is directed to system and process for communication and promotion of media within a social network or mobile device A media library is created by upload a plurality of media segments and associating the media segments with search data such as mood, genre, and keywords. The media library is retrievable stored on a media server, which is in communication with an application server and a plurality of clients. A client is used to search and select a media segment, which is basis of a digital media package. The digital media package is delivered to the social media space of a selected recipient. The members of the recipient's social network interact with the digital media package. The social media package interaction is captured and stored. The system processes the search and selection criteria along with the social media interaction to form a feedback loop to improve future searches and thus improve the promotion of the media.	07-12-2012