Mcgraw, US
Barry L. Mcgraw, Westerville, OH US
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20110053275 | Corrosion Detection Product and Method - A corrosion detection product is a coating including a film forming material and a complexing agent, the complexing agent forming a complex when it comes into contact with a corrosion byproduct produced by corrosion of a substrate on which the coating is applied, the complex being detectably different from the complexing agent when the coating is exposed to radiation in order to detect the corrosion, the complexing agent being immobilized in the coating to reduce leaching of the complexing agent or the complex from the coating. | 03-03-2011 |
20110104495 | Filled Nanoparticles - A filled nanoparticle includes a nanosized polymer shell encapsulating a reactive chemical. In another aspect, a filled nanoparticle includes a nanosized polymer shell encapsulating a core which includes a reactive functional group attached to a polymer. A miniemulsion polymerization process of producing filled nanoparticles includes: providing a mixture comprising monomer, initiator or catalyst to aid polymerization, reactive chemical, surfactant and water; shearing the mixture to form a miniemulsion of nanosized particles dispersed in water, the nanosized particles comprising the monomer combined with the reactive chemical; and then heating the miniemulsion to polymerize the monomer and produce filled nanoparticles comprising a nanosized polymer shell encapsulating the reactive chemical. | 05-05-2011 |
20110105653 | Metal Complexes Used as Driers in Coatings - The present invention relates to a coating that includes a film forming binder, a solvent, and a metal complex that functions as a drier. In some preferred embodiments, the metal complex is an aluminum compound, and more particularly an aluminum compound having certain preferred structures as disclosed herein. | 05-05-2011 |
20120252935 | Methods of Modifying Agricultural Co-Products and Products Made Therefrom - In a method of producing a polymer composite, a polymer is provided in a liquid state such as a molten state. A plant material, such as soymeal, is provided that includes protein and carbohydrate. A reactive protein denaturant is also provided. A dispersion of the plant material and the reactive protein denaturant is formed in a matrix of the liquid polymer. The plant material is reacted to bond with the reactive protein denaturant, and the reactive protein denaturant is reacted to bond with the polymer. The polymer is solidified to produce the polymer composite. | 10-04-2012 |
20130041083 | COMPOSITION FOR EASY TO CLEAN SURFACES - A composition for an easy to clean surface comprises a reaction product of | 02-14-2013 |
20130046054 | HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX COMPOSITION - A high refractive index composition comprising a reaction product of one or more first organic compounds capable of undergoing polymerization and one or more second compounds with high refractive index, and the method of making and using the composition. | 02-21-2013 |
20140194341 | Silica Compositions - Compositions are provided, the compositions comprising: a silica compound containing at least one nitrogen atom; and a carboxylated polymer containing at least one nitrogen atom. The compositions may be useful to control algal growth, including harmful algal blooms (HAB). | 07-10-2014 |
20150342221 | MITIGATION OF ANTI-NUTRITIONAL SUBSTANCES IN PLANT MEAL - Improved meals, improved meal compositions, and improved aquaculture feed compositions are provided based on plant meal, wherein anti-nutritional effects of one or more anti-nutritional substances (ANS) are mitigated. Also provided are methods for making and using the improved meals, improved meal compositions, and improved aquaculture feed compositions. Also provided are kits using the improved meals, improved meal compositions, and improved aquaculture feed composition. The improved meals, improved meal compositions, and improved aquaculture feed compositions demonstrate that plant meal protein digestibility may be improved, for example, for replacing fish meal protein. | 12-03-2015 |
Brian Mcgraw, Tucson, AZ US
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20110168744 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MODIFYING PRESSURE WITHIN A FLUID DISPENSER - A fluid dispenser comprising a barrel having a reservoir chamber, the barrel having an upper portion, a cap connected to the reservoir chamber, the cap having a surface with at least one hole therethrough, a valve comprising a biasing member and a hole sealer, the valve being adjacent to the reservoir chamber, a coupler having a dispense chamber, and a vent located between the cap and the reservoir chamber, the vent including a vent opening and a vent material composed of oliophobic material. | 07-14-2011 |
Chris Mcgraw, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20100100483 | AUTOMATIC RESTITUTION OF TRANSACTION FEES, PUNISHMENT OF NON-PAYING BIDDERS, AND MANAGEMENT OF APPEALS - A method and system for resolving disputes between parties involved in a network-based transaction is described. One aspect of the present invention seeks to automatically facilitate the restitution of value to parties of the transaction, for example, facilitated by a network-based commerce platform or involving a network-based payment service, where a dispute has arisen with respect to the transaction. | 04-22-2010 |
20140297519 | AUTOMATIC RESTITUTION OF TRANSACTION FEES, PUNISHMENT OF NON-PAYING BIDDERS, AND MANAGEMENT OF APPEALS - A method and system for resolving disputes between parties involved in a network-based transaction is described. One aspect of the present invention seeks to automatically facilitate the restitution of value to parties of the transaction, for example, facilitated by a network-based commerce platform or involving a network-based payment service, where a dispute has arisen with respect to the transaction. | 10-02-2014 |
Dennis W. Mcgraw, Cincinnati, OH US
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20120093947 | METHOD OF TREATING REACTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE - A method of treating a reactive airway disease in a subject comprising administering at least one peroxidase inhibitor in association with administration of at least one β-agonist. | 04-19-2012 |
Donald M. Mcgraw, Pompano Beach, FL US
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20100080768 | Compositions and Methods for the Treatment of Inflammatory Dermatosis and Other Pathological Conditions of the Skin - The present invention relates to a composition used as a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents that comprises Dimethiconol (hydroxyl-terminated polydimethydimethylsiloxane), dimethicone-350 (polydimethylsiloxane-350), cyclomethicone-5 nf (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), alkymeth siloxane copolyol-lauryl peg/ppg 18/18 methicone (alkymethyl siloxane copolyol), cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone Crosspolymer (silicone elastomer and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol (silicone wax), and deionized water. This composition serves several key applications: (1) it is a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents; (2) it acts as a method for utilizing other compositions in the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin including, but by no means limited to, atopic dermatitis (eczema), allergic contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitits, psoriasis, xerosis and atopia; (3) it is a treatment of inflammatory conditions of mucosae; (4) it relates to other compositions and methods for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. | 04-01-2010 |
Donald V. Mcgraw, Red Oak, TX US
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20100080768 | Compositions and Methods for the Treatment of Inflammatory Dermatosis and Other Pathological Conditions of the Skin - The present invention relates to a composition used as a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents that comprises Dimethiconol (hydroxyl-terminated polydimethydimethylsiloxane), dimethicone-350 (polydimethylsiloxane-350), cyclomethicone-5 nf (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), alkymeth siloxane copolyol-lauryl peg/ppg 18/18 methicone (alkymethyl siloxane copolyol), cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone Crosspolymer (silicone elastomer and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol (silicone wax), and deionized water. This composition serves several key applications: (1) it is a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents; (2) it acts as a method for utilizing other compositions in the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin including, but by no means limited to, atopic dermatitis (eczema), allergic contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitits, psoriasis, xerosis and atopia; (3) it is a treatment of inflammatory conditions of mucosae; (4) it relates to other compositions and methods for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. | 04-01-2010 |
Ethan Mcgraw, Littleton, CO US
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20150096255 | COMPOSITE PROFILE STRUCTURE FOR ROOFING APPLICATIONS - Embodiments of the invention provide composite roofing strips that may be attached to a roofing membrane for aesthetic and/or functional purposes and method of attaching the same. According to one embodiment, a composite roofing strip may include a longitudinally extending body having a base and a lateral member extending from the base, and may also include an insert extending partially or fully along the body and coupled therewith. The insert may be formable so as to allow the composite roofing strip to be adjusted to have a desired profile and to maintain the desired profile of the composite roofing strip post adjustment. | 04-09-2015 |
Ethan Nelson Mcgraw, Littleton, CO US
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20130220395 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MOUNTING A PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE ON A ROOF - Embodiments of the invention provide systems, devices, and methods for mounting a photovoltaic module to a structure, such as a roof. An embodiment of a method for mounting a photovoltaic module to a structure may include providing a photovoltaic module, a first mounting device, and a second mounting device. The first mounting device and the second mounting device may be coupled with the structure, such as a roofing membrane, so that opposing mounting channels of the respective devices face one another. The method may further include inserting a first edge of the photovoltaic module within the mounting channel of the first mounting device and inserting a second edge of the photovoltaic module within the mounting channel of the second mounting device so that the photovoltaic module is disposed between the first mounting device and the second mounting device. | 08-29-2013 |
Gary Mcgraw, Abingdon, MD US
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20100288908 | Portable container - The portable container includes an open upper bucket portion with a single telescoping support column or leg extending concentrically therebeneath. Four feet extend from the lower end of the column, with one foot having an extendible rod therein. A bail or handle extends from the upper portion of the bucket. The device may be used for the carriage of a number of different goods, but is particularly well suited for holding a supply of baseballs or softballs for pitching practice. The device may be deployed at the pitcher's mound, with the foot extension rod providing additional stability when the device is deployed upon the slope of the mound. The low center of gravity of the device when collapsed allows it to be carried within a motor vehicle or the like without undue risk of tipping or spilling of the contents, even when goods are being stored within the bucket portion. | 11-18-2010 |
George Mcgraw, Corsicana, TX US
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20130248589 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED HOV LANE TOLL COLLECTION - An RFID tag is disclosed for use in roadway tolling systems having specially designated lanes for high occupancy vehicles, wherein more favorable toll rates are allotted to vehicles with more than one occupant. In an embodiment, the tag has a selection switch for connecting one of a plurality of ASICs to an antenna. Each ASIC is programmed to transmit a different message, wherein the message conveys information regarding the occupancy level of the vehicle. There is also information in the ASICs that is common to them for the tag | 09-26-2013 |
20150081403 | Multi-protocol Electronic Tolling System for Nation-wide Use - A system is disclosed for assessing roadway toll charges across a plurality of tolling agencies, for example a nation-wide system that allows use of a multi-protocol RFID tag that is recognized in a plurality of states having different tag protocols in their electronic tolling systems. In an embodiment, each tolling agency sets aside numbers associated with the national system. Where a tag is read that is not identified as part of the national system, the local agency processes the tag transaction. There a tag is read that is identified as part of the national system, regardless of which tolling agency reads it, the transaction information is sent to a national customer service center for processing. | 03-19-2015 |
Gregory Mcgraw, Ewing, NJ US
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20150140214 | NOZZLE GEOMETRY FOR ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINTING - A first device is provided. The device includes a print head. The print head further includes a first nozzle hermetically sealed to a first source of gas. The first nozzle has an aperture having a smallest dimension of 0.5 to 500 microns in a direction perpendicular to a flow direction of the first nozzle. At a distance from the aperture into the first nozzle that is 5 times the smallest dimension of the aperture of the first nozzle, the smallest dimension perpendicular to the flow direction is at least twice the smallest dimension of the aperture of the first nozzle. | 05-21-2015 |
Gregory Mcgraw, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20100245479 | COMPACT ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINTING PRINT HEAD - A first device is provided. The first device includes a print head, and a first gas source hermetically sealed to the print head. The print head further includes a first layer further comprising a plurality of apertures, each aperture having a smallest dimension of 0.5 to 500 microns. A second layer is bonded to the first layer. The second layer includes a first via in fluid communication with the first gas source and at least one of the apertures. The second layer is made of an insulating material. | 09-30-2010 |
20100247766 | NOZZLE GEOMETRY FOR ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINTING - A first device is provided. The device includes a print head. The print head further includes a first nozzle hermetically sealed to a first source of gas. The first nozzle has an aperture having a smallest dimension of 0.5 to 500 microns in a direction perpendicular to a flow direction of the first nozzle. At a distance from the aperture into the first nozzle that is 5 times the smallest dimension of the aperture of the first nozzle, the smallest dimension perpendicular to the flow direction is at least twice the smallest dimension of the aperture of the first nozzle. | 09-30-2010 |
20130068165 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE AND METHOD USING DOUBLE ANODIC BONDING - A microfluidic device for use with a microfluidic delivery system, such as an organic vapor jet printing device, includes a glass layer that is directly bonded to a microfabricated die and a metal plate via a double anodic bond. The double anodic bond is formed by forming a first anodic bond at an interface of the microfabricated die and the glass layer, and forming a second anodic bond at an interface of the metal plate and the glass layer, where the second anodic bond is formed using a voltage that is lower than the voltage used to form the first anodic bond. The second anodic bond is formed with the polarity of the voltage reversed with respect to the glass layer and the formation of the first anodic bond. The metal plate includes attachment features that allow removal of the microfluidic device from a fixture. | 03-21-2013 |
20130071959 | OVJP PATTERNING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A method for forming an electronic device such as a passive color OLED display. Bottom electrodes are patterned onto a substrate in rows. Raised posts formed by photoresist are patterned into columns oriented orthogonally to the bottom row electrodes. One or more organic layers, such as R, G, B organic emissive layers are patterned over the raised posts and bottom electrodes using organic vapor jet printing (OVJP). An upper electrode layer is applied over the entire device and forms electrically isolated columnar electrodes due to discontinuities in the upper electrode layer created by the raised columnar posts. This permits patterning of the upper electrodes over the organic layers without using photolithography. A device formed by this method is also described. | 03-21-2013 |
20130233244 | COMPACT ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINTING PRINT HEAD - A first device is provided. The first device includes a print head, and a first gas source hermetically sealed to the print head. The print head further includes a first layer further comprising a plurality of apertures, each aperture having a smallest dimension of 0.5 to 500 microns. A second layer is bonded to the first layer. The second layer includes a first via in fluid communication with the first gas source and at least one of the apertures. The second layer is made of an insulating material. | 09-12-2013 |
20140102371 | COMPACT ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINTING PRINT HEAD - A first device is provided. The first device includes a print head, and a first gas source hermetically sealed to the print head. The print head further includes a first layer further comprising a plurality of apertures, each aperture having a smallest dimension of 0.5 to 500 microns. A second layer is bonded to the first layer. The second layer includes a first via in fluid communication with the first gas source and at least one of the apertures. The second layer is made of an insulating material. | 04-17-2014 |
Gregory Mcgraw, Yardley, MI US
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20140027740 | LUMINAIRE AND INDIVIDUALLY REPLACEABLE COMPONENTS - Luminaires and luminaire components are provided that may include emissive, index-matching, and/or outcoupling components that are replaceable separately from other components of the luminaire. In some embodiments, an index-matching component may include a gel sheet or pad that can be disposed between an emissive component and an outcoupling component. The index-matching component may be replaceable separately from the emissive and outcoupling components. In some embodiments, an emissive component including an OLED panel and/or an index-matching component may be replaceable separately from other components of the luminaire. | 01-30-2014 |
20140116331 | ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINT HEAD WITH SOLDER JOINT - A solder joint may be used to attach components of an organic vapor jet printing device together with a fluid-tight seal that is capable of performance at high temperatures. The solder joint includes one or more metals that are deposited over opposing component surfaces, such as an inlet side of a nozzle plate and/or an outlet side of a mounting plate. The components are pressed together to form the solder joint. Two or more of the deposited metals may be capable of together forming a eutectic alloy, and the solder joint may be formed by heating the deposited metals to a temperature above the melting point of the eutectic alloy. A diffusion barrier layer and an adhesion layer may be included between the solder joint and each of the components. | 05-01-2014 |
20140127845 | OVJP PATTERNING OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A method for forming an electronic device such as a passive color OLED display. Bottom electrodes are patterned onto a substrate in rows. Raised posts formed by photoresist are patterned into columns oriented orthogonally to the bottom row electrodes. One or more organic layers, such as R, G, B organic emissive layers are patterned over the raised posts and bottom electrodes using organic vapor jet printing (OVJP). An upper electrode layer is applied over the entire device and forms electrically isolated columnar electrodes due to discontinuities in the upper electrode layer created by the raised columnar posts. This permits patterning of the upper electrodes over the organic layers without using photolithography. A device formed by this method is also described. | 05-08-2014 |
20140138629 | OPTOELECTRONIC DEVICE FORMED WITH CONTROLLED VAPOR FLOW - An organic optoelectronic device (OED) includes a plurality of OED cells separated by a vapor flow barrier that extends away from a substrate surface. The vapor flow barrier partially defines an OED cell area and helps prevent stray organic material deflected away from the substrate surface during deposition from being deposited outside the cell area. An organic vapor jet (OVJ) print head can be used to deposit organic material along the vapor flow barrier and may include one or more features configured to capture some of the stray organic material. A method that includes use of vapor flow barriers and/or capturing stray organic material can facilitate high-density printing of OED cells such as OLEDs with sharply defined edges and without cross-contamination among adjacent cells. | 05-22-2014 |
20140235012 | DEPOSITION OF PATTERNED ORGANIC THIN FILMS - Embodiments disclosed herein provide devices having a nozzle die with one or more nozzles, each of which has one or more integrated skimmers. The use of an integrated nozzle/skimmer structure allows for higher-resolution printing in OVJP-type deposition techniques without requiring the use of a shadow mask by allowing for a relatively narrow organic material beam that can be placed at relatively high distances away from the substrate. | 08-21-2014 |
20140361270 | MICROLENS ARRAY ARCHITECTURES FOR ENHANCED LIGHT OUTCOUPLING FROM AN OLED ARRAY - Novel microlens array architectures for enhanced light outcoupling from light emission are provided. Organic light emitting devices (OLEDs) that include an outcoupling layer including these novel microlens array architectures and method for fabricating such OLEDs are provided. These devices may be used to provide OLEDs with optimized light extraction. | 12-11-2014 |
20150090775 | ORGANIC VAPOR JET PRINT HEAD WITH SOLDER JOINT - A solder joint may be used to attach components of an organic vapor jet printing device together with a fluid-tight seal that is capable of performance at high temperatures. The solder joint includes one or more metals that are deposited over opposing component surfaces, such as an inlet side of a nozzle plate and/or an outlet side of a mounting plate. The components are pressed together to form the solder joint. Two or more of the deposited metals may be capable of together forming a eutectic alloy, and the solder joint may be formed by heating the deposited metals to a temperature above the melting point of the eutectic alloy. A diffusion barrier layer and an adhesion layer may be included between the solder joint and each of the components. | 04-02-2015 |
20150140832 | HIGH VACUUM OLED DEPOSITION SOURCE AND SYSTEM - Sources, devices, and techniques for deposition of organic layers, such as for use in an OLED, are provided. A vaporizer may vaporize a material between cooled side walls and toward a mask having an adjustable mask opening. The mask opening may be adjusted to control the pattern of deposition of the material on a substrate, such as to correct for material buildup that occurs during deposition. Material may be collected from the cooled side walls for reuse. | 05-21-2015 |
20150144890 | Structure to Enhance Light Extraction and Lifetime of OLED Devices - A device having high index layers is provided. The device includes an organic light emissive device, an air interface, a first planarization layer, and a first barrier layer. The first planarization layer is disposed between the air interface and the organic light emissive device and has an index of refraction of at least 1.6. The first barrier layer is disposed between the first planarization layer and the organic emissive device and has an index of refraction of at least 1.6. | 05-28-2015 |
20150179987 | NOVEL SUBSTRATE AND PROCESS FOR HIGH EFFICIENCY OLED DEVICES - A method of fabricating a substrate for an organic light emitting device (OLED), by applying a volume-reducing substrate material onto a mold with topographical features that generates a smooth but non-flat surface on both sides of the substrate which can enhance light extraction of OLEDs that are built on top of the substrate. The resulting substrate includes surface features on a first substrate surface complementary to the surface features of a mold, such as spherical lens features, and surface features on a second substrate surface, such as dimple features, complementary to the curvature of the spherical lens features on the first substrate surface. | 06-25-2015 |
20150214507 | THIN-FORM LIGHT-ENHANCED SUBSTRATE FOR OLED LUMINAIRE - Devices and techniques are provided in which a transparent substrate is scored to provide a non-planar surface on one side of the substrate. An OLED is then disposed on the other side of the scored substrate and optically coupled to the substrate. The scored surface provides improvements to outcoupling of light generated by the OLED, with little or no additional thickness relative to the OLED alone. | 07-30-2015 |
20150340410 | Top Emission AMOLED Displays using Two Emissive Layers - Full-color pixel arrangements for use in devices such as OLED displays are provided, in which multiple sub-pixels are configured to emit different colors of light, with each sub-pixel having a different optical path length than some or all of the other sub-pixels within the pixel. | 11-26-2015 |
20150376787 | SPATIAL CONTROL OF VAPOR CONDENSATION USING CONVECTION - Embodiments of the disclosed subject matter provide a device including a nozzle, a source of material to be deposited on a substrate in fluid communication with the nozzle, a delivery gas source in fluid communication with the source of material to be deposited with the nozzle, an exhaust channel disposed adjacent to the nozzle, and a confinement gas source in fluid communication with the nozzle and the exhaust channel, and disposed adjacent to the exhaust channel. | 12-31-2015 |
20150380648 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF MODULATING FLOW DURING VAPOR JET DEPOSITION OF ORGANIC MATERIALS - Embodiments of the disclosed subject matter provide methods and systems including a nozzle, a source of material to be deposited on a substrate in fluid communication with the nozzle, a delivery gas source in fluid communication with the source of material to be deposited with the nozzle, an exhaust channel disposed adjacent to the nozzle, a confinement gas source in fluid communication with the nozzle and the exhaust channel, and disposed adjacent to the exhaust channel, and an actuator to adjust a fly height separation between a deposition nozzle aperture of the nozzle and a deposition target. The adjustment of the fly height separation may stop and/or start the deposition of the material from the nozzle. | 12-31-2015 |
Gregory J. Mcgraw, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20090045064 | Methods and Devices for High-Throughput Dielectrophoretic Concentration - Disclosed herein are methods and devices for assaying and concentrating analytes in a fluid sample using dielectrophoresis. As disclosed, the methods and devices utilize substrates having a plurality of pores through which analytes can be selectively prevented from passing, or inhibited, on application of an appropriate electric field waveform. The pores of the substrate produce nonuniform electric field having local extrema located near the pores. These nonuniform fields drive dielectrophoresis, which produces the inhibition. Arrangements of electrodes and porous substrates support continuous, bulk, multi-dimensional, and staged selective concentration. | 02-19-2009 |
Gregory P. Mcgraw, Marietta, GA US
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20120089481 | SECURING SENSITIVE INFORMATION WITH A TRUSTED PROXY FRAME - A system and method for secure transmission of sensitive end user information from an Internet portal operated by a publisher to a third party data processor. The publisher provides a content portal such as an e-commerce or healthcare information site. A third party data processor such as a bank or healthcare organization requires the sensitive information for a data processing function. In response to the requirement for sensitive information, a trusted proxy frame is invoked from a secure server operative to securely communicate the sensitive information. The trusted proxy frame is displayed in a secure context in the end user's browser and receives input of the sensitive information. The sensitive information is encrypted and communicated through the secure server to the third party data processor. Results of this processing are transmitted to the publisher through a novel callback process that enables the publisher to execute its data processing functions, as if it was in possession of the sensitive information, but without actual access to the sensitive information. The third party data processor returns an acknowledgement of processing of the sensitive information. | 04-12-2012 |
Harry Mcgraw, Broussard, LA US
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20100243072 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF HOT TAPPING MULTIPLE COAXIAL OR NESTED STRINGS OF UNDERWATER PIPING AND/OR TUBING FOR OVERTURNED WELLS OR PLATFORMS - A method and apparatus for tapping into a pressurized multiple strings of coaxially situated tubulars for wells and/or platforms which have overturned wherein the tapping occurs underwater via a diver or remotely operated vehicle. The assembly includes a tapping tool connectable to the tubular via a saddle connection and an adjustable tapping clamp with adjustable support/locking feet, compression plate with view ports, and angularly adjustable hot tapping system, along with a drill/saw system. | 09-30-2010 |
20120067435 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF HOT TAPPING MULTIPLE COAXIAL OR NESTED STRINGS OF UNDERWATER PIPING AND/OR TUBING FOR OVERTURNED WELLS OR PLATFORMS - A method and apparatus for tapping into a pressurized multiple strings of coaxially situated tubulars for wells and/or platforms which have overturned wherein the tapping occurs underwater via a diver or remotely operated vehicle. The assembly includes a tapping tool connectable to the tubular via a saddle connection and an adjustable tapping clamp with adjustable support/locking feet, compression plate with view ports, and angularly adjustable hot tapping system, along with a drill/saw system. | 03-22-2012 |
20130180598 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF HOT TAPPING MULTIPLE COAXIAL OR NESTED STRINGS OF UNDERWATER PIPING AND/OR TUBING FOR OVERTURNED WELLS OR PLATFORMS - A method and apparatus for tapping into a pressurized multiple strings of coaxially situated tubulars for wells and/or platforms which have overturned wherein the tapping occurs underwater via a diver or remotely operated vehicle. The assembly includes a tapping tool connectable to the tubular via a saddle connection and an adjustable tapping clamp with adjustable support/locking feet, compression plate with view ports, and angularly adjustable hot tapping system, along with a drill/saw system. | 07-18-2013 |
20140345702 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF HOT TAPPING MULTIPLE COAXIAL OR NESTED STRINGS OF UNDERWATER PIPING AND/OR TUBING FOR OVERTURNED WELLS OR PLATFORMS - A method and apparatus for tapping into a pressurized multiple strings of coaxially situated tubulars for wells and/or platforms which have overturned wherein the tapping occurs underwater via a diver or remotely operated vehicle. The assembly includes a tapping tool connectable to the tubular via a saddle connection and an adjustable tapping clamp with adjustable support/locking feet, compression plate with view ports, and angularly adjustable hot tapping system, along with a drill/saw system. | 11-27-2014 |
Ian C. Mcgraw, Morgantown, WV US
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20130110492 | Enhanced stability prediction for incrementally generated speech recognition hypotheses | 05-02-2013 |
Ian C. Mcgraw, Menlo Park, CA US
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20150127346 | SELECTING ALTERNATES IN SPEECH RECOGNITION - Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for selecting alternates in speech recognition. In some implementations, data is received that indicates multiple speech recognition hypotheses for an utterance. Based on the multiple speech recognition hypotheses, multiple alternates for a particular portion of a transcription of the utterance are identified. For each of the identified alternates, one or more features scores are determined, the features scores are input to a trained classifier, and an output is received from the classifier. A subset of the identified alternates is selected, based on the classifier outputs, to provide for display. Data indicating the selected subset of the alternates is provided for display. | 05-07-2015 |
J. Kevin Mcgraw, Dublin, OH US
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20100160921 | CANCELLOUS BONE DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE - A bone displacement assembly for use during a medical procedure including preparing soft bone includes a cannula and a probe that is removably inserted into the cannula. The probe includes a curved tip designed to mechanically displace soft bone and to prepare the bone tissue for subsequent treatment such as cement injection. The probe also includes a handle assembly that connects with the cannula and also includes one control device for independently rotating the distal tip and a second control device to independently translate the distal tip. | 06-24-2010 |
20100228178 | HEMODIALYSIS CATHETER APPARATUS - A catheter apparatus is provided for reducing blood clotting in connection with hemodialysis treatment. The catheter apparatus can comprise a first conduit defining an arterial lumen and a second conduit defining a venous lumen. Large staggered apertures can be provided in side walls of the conduits with at least one of the apertures having a cross-sectional area equal or greater than a cross-sectional area of one of the lumens. The catheter apparatus can further include first and second removable obturators adapted for axial insertion into the conduits and for occluding the apertures while so inserted. Advantageously, the obturators can wipe the apertures during removal, causing blood clots incident on the apertures to be dislodged from the apertures. Related methods for using the catheter apparatus in performing hemodialysis treatment are also provided. | 09-09-2010 |
Joan Mcgraw, Glen Rock, NJ US
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20120216137 | PAGE DESIGNER WITH CUSTOMIZATION CONSTRAINTS - A page design system addresses the need to impart flexibility into the design and customization of graphical user interfaces for applications. The graphical user interface includes pages and display groups within each page, and the page design system permits each individual page to be modified to suit the needs of a particular customer. So that the pages do not depart from their fundamental purpose to too great of an extent, the page design system guides and constrains the modifications to each page. In particular, the page design system constrains customization of each display group according to established definitions of admissible graphical user interface elements that are appropriate for each page, and each display group of elements within the page. | 08-23-2012 |
20120254230 | EXPRESSION EDITOR TOOL - An expression editor tool allows a user to build an expression or calculation with a rule that specifies an action programmed to occur during execution of a target application. The expression editor tool allows a user to define an action point definition that specifies an action point located in the target application logic instructions. The expression editor tool determines from the action point definition a dataset that is in-context at the action point, provides an expression definition interface to obtain selected data fields from the dataset, and a selected logical operator to connect the selected data fields used to construct a new expression. The expression editor tool provides an outcome selection interface used to obtain a selected outcome for the new expression in order to create a rule including the new expression and the selected outcome, and store the rule in the database linked to the action point definition. | 10-04-2012 |
20120254832 | EXPRESSION EDITOR SYSTEM - An expression editor system allows a user to build an expression specifying an action that may occur during execution of a target application. The expression editor system includes an expression editor tool used to create, manage, and store action point definitions that include an action point identifier that specifies an action point located in target application program code. The expression editor system determines from the action point definition a dataset that is in-context at the action point in the application program code, obtains data field selections from the dataset that is in-context at the action point in the application program code, graphically builds an expression, and an outcome that executes depending the expression, links the outcome and the expression to form an action point rule for the action point, and saves the action point rule in the database for execution when the application program code reaches the action point. | 10-04-2012 |
20150082275 | EXPRESSION EDITOR SYSTEM - An expression editor system allows a user to build an expression specifying an action that may occur during execution of a target application. The expression editor system includes an expression editor tool used to create, manage, and store action point definitions that include an action point identifier that specifies an action point located in target application program code. The expression editor system determines from the action point definition a dataset that is in-context at the action point in the application program code, obtains data field selections from the dataset that is in-context at the action point in the application program code, graphically builds an expression, and an outcome that executes depending the expression, links the outcome and the expression to form an action point rule for the action point, and saves the action point rule in the database for execution when the application program code reaches the action point. | 03-19-2015 |
John F. Mcgraw, Jacksonville, FL US
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20120109701 | Fulfillment Workflow Optimization - A system and method for an optimization of fulfillment workflow is disclosed. In accordance with one embodiment of the present disclosure. In accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure, a method may include receiving a request to be fulfilled from a client. The method may also include determining one or more item attributes associated with the request. The method may additionally include generating a batch of work units related to the request based at least in part on the one or more item attributes. The method may further include selecting an agent from a plurality of agents to process the batch. Moreover, the method may include transmitting the batch to the agent. | 05-03-2012 |
Keli C. Mcgraw, Pompano Beach, FL US
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20100080768 | Compositions and Methods for the Treatment of Inflammatory Dermatosis and Other Pathological Conditions of the Skin - The present invention relates to a composition used as a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents that comprises Dimethiconol (hydroxyl-terminated polydimethydimethylsiloxane), dimethicone-350 (polydimethylsiloxane-350), cyclomethicone-5 nf (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), alkymeth siloxane copolyol-lauryl peg/ppg 18/18 methicone (alkymethyl siloxane copolyol), cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone Crosspolymer (silicone elastomer and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol (silicone wax), and deionized water. This composition serves several key applications: (1) it is a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents; (2) it acts as a method for utilizing other compositions in the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin including, but by no means limited to, atopic dermatitis (eczema), allergic contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitits, psoriasis, xerosis and atopia; (3) it is a treatment of inflammatory conditions of mucosae; (4) it relates to other compositions and methods for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. | 04-01-2010 |
Kevin S. Mcgraw, Stevensville, MT US
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20110266215 | Advanced biologic water treatment using algae - An advanced water treatment method processes a continuous flow of water in a sequence of stages including pre-filtering [ | 11-03-2011 |
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20130126425 | Advanced Biologic Water Treatment Using Algae - An advanced water treatment method processes a continuous flow of water in a sequence of stages including pre-filtering [ | 05-23-2013 |
Lindsey J. Mcgraw, South Amboy, NJ US
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20140230754 | Dog Garment - A dog garment for retaining body heat comprises a tubular neck portion for slipping over a dog's head, a torso portion and an anchoring portion, each including heat-retentive material. The torso portion depends downwardly from the neck portion and extends posteriorly on the dog to an anchoring portion that surrounds the sides of a rib cage of the dog in the posterior section of the dog's rib cage. The torso portion has a chest covering and an intermediate portion situated between the chest covering and the anchoring portion. In the region on the back and sides of the dog, between the neck portion and the anchoring portion, the garment is sufficiently free of material so that the garment can be secured to the dog when the dog is wearing a typical harness without interfering with operation of the harness. | 08-21-2014 |
Malcolm S. Mcgraw, Levant, ME US
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20090175712 | ROLL-OFF TRUCK BED ADAPTER FOR USE WITH STANDARD FRONT LOAD CONTAINERS - An adapter device to be used with a standard roll-off truck to allow said truck to lift and transport standard front-load containers; said adapter device comprising a rigid support structure adapted to engage with the bed of the roll-off truck; an engagement structure integrated with the support structure and adapted to be engaged by a hoist mechanism of the roll-off truck; and a lift structure integrated with the support structure and comprising a pair of parallel forks adapted to engage with the standard lift fittings of the front-load container. | 07-09-2009 |
Michael Mcgraw, Flat Rock, NC US
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20150082512 | MAGNETIC MECHANICS GLOVE - A pair of magnetic mechanics gloves for allowing metal objects to be removably attached magnetically thereto comprising a right magnetic mechanics glove and a left magnetic mechanics glove. The right magnetic mechanics glove is defined by a conventional right handed glove body having magnetically infused finger tips and, in some embodiments, a magnetically infused dorsal side. The left magnetic mechanics glove is defined by a conventional left handed glove body which has three magnetic strips affixed in parallel to the surface of its dorsal side, below the finger area and above the wrist area. | 03-26-2015 |
Michael Mcgraw, Brighton, MA US
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20080200923 | Insertion tool for ocular implant and method for using same - An insertion tool and method are provided for implanting an ophthalmic shunt having a foot, a head and a body connecting the foot and head. The insertion tool has a first arm having a proximal end and a distal end and a second arm having a proximal end and a distal end. The second arm is movable with respect to the first arm between an open position and a closed position. A means to grip a shunt is disposed on the distal ends of the first and second arms. In use, the insertion tool is employed to selectively grip the shunt for placement in the tissue of the eye and, as desired, to orient the shunt after placement. | 08-21-2008 |
20080215062 | Packaging for holding an ophthalmic shunt - Packaging for holding an ophthalmic shunt, the ophthalmic shunt having a foot, a head, and a body connecting the foot and head, the packaging having an elastomeric membrane with an aperture for receiving the shunt in the packaging. | 09-04-2008 |
Michael Delos Mcgraw, Bonney Lake, WA US
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20150075248 | Method and Apparatus for Impacting Metal Parts for Aerospace Applications - An apparatus and method are provided for changing physical characteristics of a workpiece which may have been pre-loaded before being further processed. The workpiece is supported in a fixed position during processing. A driven member applies multiple impacts to one surface of the workpiece. The driven member is operated within adjustable parameters. A controller, having the adjustable parameters, is operatively connected to the driven member for causing the driven member to apply multiple impacts against a surface of the workpiece while under the control of the pre-adjustable parameters for changing physical characteristics of the workpiece. | 03-19-2015 |
Michael J. Mcgraw, Brighton, MA US
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20090043242 | INSTRUMENTS AND METHODS FOR IMPLANTING CORNEAL IMPLANT VIA EXTRA-AND INTRA-CAMERAL ROUTES - A method of implanting a transcorneal shunt into a cornea, the shunt having a head and a foot, each having a hole therein, the method including the operations of engaging an insertion tool with a foot hole of the shunt; making an entry incision in the cornea; inserting the shunt, while still engaged with the insertion tool, through the entry incision; making an implant incision in the cornea; inserting the head of the shunt through the implant incision to position and seat the shunt; and releasing the shunt from the insertion tool. | 02-12-2009 |
Michael J. Mcgraw, Watertown, MA US
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20120184978 | Systems and Methods for Remote Endarterectomy - Systems and methods for remote endarterectomy are disclosed. In an embodiment, a device for remote endarterectomy includes an elongated member, having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis therebetween; an endarterectomy unit at the distal end of the elongated member formed by a first member engaged to a second member in a substantial secure alignment with the second member, wherein the endarterectomy unit has a circumferential enclosure configured to separate a plaque core from a blood vessel and an open region surrounded by the enclosure and configured to receive the separated plaque core therethrough; and an actuator coupled to the proximal end of the elongated member for translating the first member relative to the second member across the open space to transect the plaque core received in the open space. | 07-19-2012 |
Montgomery C Mcgraw, Magnolia, TX US
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20130151841 | DEVICE HARDWARE AGENT - A server includes an electronic component, manager baseboard management controller (BMC), and a device hardware agent. The device hardware agent monitors operation of the electronic component and provides updates to the electronic component without utilizing a software agent. | 06-13-2013 |
Montgomery C. Mcgraw, Spring, TX US
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20080304233 | Method for monitoring temperature of computer components to determine ambient chassis temperature - A computer-implemented method for monitoring temperature of a blade server to determine ambient temperature includes the steps of determining temperatures of each of any installed processing components, and determining a temperature of an administrator component. If there are no processing components installed in the computer chassis, the method reports the ambient temperature as the temperature of the administrator component, and if there are processing components installed in the computer chassis, the method reports the highest temperature value of a processing component which is lower than the temperature value of the administrator module as the ambient temperature. | 12-11-2008 |
20080313539 | ON-BOARD INPUT AND MANAGEMENT DEVICE FOR A COMPUTING SYSTEM - An on-board input and management device is disclosed. In an exemplary implementation, a method of managing a blade computing system may include monitoring current systems status in a blade computing system with an integrated management controller. The method may also include using the integrated management controller for user interaction to monitor and modify configuration of a plurality of modules in the blade computing system. In an exemplary embodiment, all of the modules in the blade computing system may be monitored and managed. | 12-18-2008 |
Montgomery C. Mcgraw, Houston, TX US
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20080304232 | Method for controlling system temperature - A computer-implemented method for cooling a modular computer system having multiple cooling devices and multiple heat-generating modules is disclosed. The method includes the steps of determining the number of cooling device installed in the system; determining the positions of the installed cooling devices; applying predefined cooling device placement rules and signaling an error condition if a cooling device is in an unacceptable location; determining locations of all installed heat-generating modules; and applying the predefined cooling device placement rules and signaling an error condition if an installed heat-generating module is in an unacceptable location. | 12-11-2008 |
Nancy J. Mcgraw, St. Louis, MO US
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20160002294 | NOVEL POLYPEPTIDES HAVING SATIETY HORMONE RELEASING ACTIVITY - The present invention relates to novel polypeptides having satiety hormone releasing activity (e.g., cholecystokinin (CCK) and/or glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) releasing activity). | 01-07-2016 |
Robert J. Mcgraw, Cincinnati, OH US
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20150025375 | INJECTOR SYSTEM - Multiple embodiments of contrast media injector systems ( | 01-22-2015 |
Steven E. Mcgraw, Arvada, CO US
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20120239026 | System and Method for Electrosurgical Generator Power Measurement - A system and method that improves and automates the measurement of power generated by an electrosurgical generator. An active load device is coupled to the generator output and is configured to simulate the change in tissue characteristics, such as an impedance change, that occurs when such tissue undergoes electrosurgical treatment. The active load faithfully simulates the change in tissue characteristics caused by a particular mode of electrosurgical energy delivery, such as without limitation, changes caused in response to a cutting mode, a coagulation mode, a blending mode, a sealing mode, and the like. Tests are conducted in accordance with test profiles containing target impedance and power values of the test scenario. A plurality of profiles may be stored for testing under various simulated operating conditions. | 09-20-2012 |
Thomas C. Mcgraw, Macedon, NY US
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20120085621 | Belt Cleaning System and Method for Laser Cutting Device - A belt cleaning system to clean a conveyor belt carrier surface includes a first cleaning assembly having a cleaning web sub-assembly. The cleaning web sub-assembly includes a supply roller, a take-up roller, a cleaning web and an applicator. The cleaning web extends from a supply of clean cleaning web wound on the supply roller to the take-up roller. The applicator is disposed intermediate the supply roller and the take-up roller to bias the cleaning web into contact with the conveyor belt carrier surface. The belt cleaning system may also include a second cleaning assembly positioned after the first cleaning assembly in the direction of travel of the conveyor belt. The cleaning webs of the first and second cleaning web sub-assemblies may be dry or wetted with a cleaning liquid. | 04-12-2012 |
20120085622 | Belt Cleaning System for Laser Cutting Device - A belt cleaning system to clean the carrier surface of a conveyor belt. The system includes a roller assembly and a liquid supply subsystem. The roller assembly includes a cleaning web composed of a hydroscopic material and a roller to bias the cleaning web into rotating contact with the conveyor belt carrier surface. The liquid supply subsystem provides a cleaning liquid to the cleaning web. | 04-12-2012 |
20130180075 | Dry Ice Belt Cleaning System for Laser Cutting Device - A belt cleaning system to clean a conveyor belt having a carrier surface includes a dry ice blasting device and a debris recovery subsystem. The dry ice blasting device includes a delivery system having at least one nozzle disposed adjacent the conveyor belt. Dry ice pellets are discharged from the nozzle onto the conveyor belt carrier surface, whereby the dry ice pellets remove the debris from the carrier surface. The debris recovery subsystem includes a collector housing disposed adjacent to the conveyor belt carrier surface. The collector housing contains the debris removed from the conveyor belt carrier surface and directs the debris away from the conveyor belt. | 07-18-2013 |
Thomas L. Mcgraw, Pompano Beach, FL US
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20100080768 | Compositions and Methods for the Treatment of Inflammatory Dermatosis and Other Pathological Conditions of the Skin - The present invention relates to a composition used as a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents that comprises Dimethiconol (hydroxyl-terminated polydimethydimethylsiloxane), dimethicone-350 (polydimethylsiloxane-350), cyclomethicone-5 nf (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), alkymeth siloxane copolyol-lauryl peg/ppg 18/18 methicone (alkymethyl siloxane copolyol), cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone Crosspolymer (silicone elastomer and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol (silicone wax), and deionized water. This composition serves several key applications: (1) it is a vehicle for percutaneous absorption of Pharmaceutical and Cosmaceutical active agents; (2) it acts as a method for utilizing other compositions in the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin including, but by no means limited to, atopic dermatitis (eczema), allergic contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitits, psoriasis, xerosis and atopia; (3) it is a treatment of inflammatory conditions of mucosae; (4) it relates to other compositions and methods for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. | 04-01-2010 |
Thomas Rickett Mcgraw, Little Rock, AR US
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20120158678 | PROCESS AND METHOD FOR DATA ASSURANCE MANAGEMENT BY APPLYING DATA ASSURANCE METRICS - The present invention relates generally to methods, software and systems for measuring and valuing the quality of information and data, where such measurements and values are made and processed by implementing objectively defined, measurable, comparable and repeatable dimensions using software and complex computers. The embodiments include processes, systems and method for identifying optimal scores of the data dimension. The invention further includes processes, systems and method for data filtering to improve the overall data quality of a data source. Finally, the invention further includes processes, systems and method for data quality assurance of groups of rows of a database. | 06-21-2012 |
20120278226 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING DATA METRICS FOR CREDIT SCORE ANALYSIS - Embodiments of the present invention may provide systems and methods for receiving a request for an individual's credit report; identifying the individual's one or more credit entries from the individual's credit report; accessing a credit model; calculating a credit score with the credit model using aspects derived from the individual's credit report; accessing a data metrics model; calculating a data metrics score for the individual's one or more credit entries; preparing a credit report combining the results of the credit score and the data metrics score; and sending the credit report. | 11-01-2012 |
20120278227 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING DATA METRICS FOR CREDIT SCORE ANALYSIS - Embodiments of the present invention may provide systems and methods for receiving a request for an anticipatory credit score for an individual; identifying one or more credit entries for the individual; accessing a data metrics model for determining anticipatory credit scores; determining, if applicable, one or more timed credit entries in the one or more credit entries; calculating the anticipatory credit score for the individual for a set time in the future using, if applicable, the one or more timed credit entries; and sending the anticipatory credit score. | 11-01-2012 |
20140324801 | PROCESS AND METHOD FOR DATA ASSURANCE MANAGEMENT BY APPLYING DATA ASSURANCE METRICS - The present invention relates generally to methods, software and systems for measuring and valuing the quality of information and data, where such measurements and values are made and processed by implementing objectively defined, measurable, comparable and repeatable dimensions using software and complex computers. The embodiments include processes, systems and method for identifying optimal scores of the data dimension. The invention further includes processes, systems and method for data filtering to improve the overall data quality of a data source. Finally, the invention further includes processes, systems and method for data quality assurance of groups of rows of a database. | 10-30-2014 |
Thomas V. Mcgraw, Buffalo Lake, MN US
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20130319763 | SOIL SAMPLER - A vehicle carrying apparatus for generating soil samples. Means are mounted to the vehicle for collecting multiple soil probes. Means are provided for conveying soil probes from relative positions at which they are disposed to a distributor generally at the centerline of the vehicle. A circular array of receiving stations are provided for sequentially receiving the soil probes. | 12-05-2013 |
William H. Mcgraw, Charlotte, NC US
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20110288994 | Deposit Permissions For Non-Account Holders - Systems and methods for generating an access code are described. A first request to generate an access code for permitting a first individual to deposit monetary funds into an account associated with an entity is received. The first individual is not an account owner of the account. The access code for permitting the first individual to deposit monetary funds into the account associated with the entity is generated. A second request to output the access code for permitting the first individual to deposit monetary funds into the account associated with the entity is received, and the access code for permitting the first individual to deposit monetary funds into the account associated with the entity is outputted. One or more restrictions may be placed on the ability to deposit monetary funds in the account. | 11-24-2011 |
20110288995 | Deposit For Entity Associated Non-Account Holders - Systems and methods for permitting a credit card payment are described. An individual associated with a credit card account of an entity may be identified. A request to permit the individual associated with the credit card account of the entity to deposit a credit card payment in a self-service financial transaction device associated with the entity may be received. An identifier of the individual associated with the credit card account may be read. A request from the individual to deposit monetary funds as the credit card payment into the self-service financial transaction device may be received, and a determination may be made as to whether the individual is authorized to make the deposit. Monetary funds from the individual for deposit as the credit card payment may be received. One or more restrictions may be placed on the ability to deposit monetary funds as the credit card payment. | 11-24-2011 |
20110288998 | Deposit For Non-Account Holders - Systems and methods for depositing monetary funds into an account are described. A first request from a first individual to deposit monetary funds into an account associated with an entity may be received. The first individual is not an account owner of the account. Monetary funds from the first individual may be received for deposit in the account. The monetary funds may include cash, checks, credit card transfers, and/or debit card transfers. The receipt of the first request may be receipt of a paper ticket with an access code authorizing deposit of monetary funds into the account. One or more restrictions may be reviewed to authorize the deposit of monetary funds in the account. | 11-24-2011 |
20110288999 | Deposit Permissions For Specific Non-Account Holders - Systems and methods for permitting a specific individual to deposit monetary funds in an account are described. A first request to permit a specific individual to deposit monetary funds into an account associated with an entity may be received. The specific individual is not an account owner of the account. At least one account owner defined criterion identifying the specific individual is received, and data representing a permission for the specific individual to deposit monetary funds into the account associated with the entity is stored. The at least one criterion may include a name, an address, and/or some other identifier of the specific individual. One or more restrictions may be placed on the ability to deposit monetary funds in the account. Additional specific individuals with similar and/or different restrictions on the ability to deposit may be permitted to deposit monetary funds into the account. | 11-24-2011 |
20130208295 | PREDICTIVE FAULT RESOLUTION - A method for predicting failure in an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is provided. The method may include using a database to store information relating to the performance of a component function by an ATM component. The information may include normal performance information and fault information. The method may further include using a computational module to calculate a fault rate for the ATM component. The method may also include using a processor to compare the calculated fault rate to a threshold value associated with the component function. In the event that the fault rate exceeds the threshold value, the processor may initiate a request for service of the ATM component. | 08-15-2013 |
20140279492 | REMOTE IMAGE RECOVERY - Methods, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for resilient document image production. During a document deposit transaction, such as a check deposit, a self-service device, such as an automated teller machine (ATM), may experience a fault. In some instances, an image of the document may have been scanned prior to experiencing the fault. The self-service device may retrieve one or more scanned images, for example, over a time window prior to the fault, such as 5 minutes, and allow access to the retrieved images. A processing entity may access the retrieved images, determine that one of the retrieved images is associated with the first document deposit transaction, and resolve a claim for the document deposit transaction. | 09-18-2014 |