Newton, US

Albert Newton, Brooklyn Park, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100251579	RAILROAD SNOW REMOVAL SYSTEM - A snow removal system wherein snow removers located in remote locations can be monitored and controlled at a computing device. Data collected by sensors on the snow removal unit or data collected from a secondary source can be used to control the operation of the snow removers. In one embodiment, data regarding whether it is snowing at a particular location can be collected by moister sensors on the snow removal device and verified by on-line contemporaneous weather reports corresponding to the same location.	10-07-2010

Alex Worthy Newton, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120037653	CONDIMENT AND SAUCE CONTAINER - A container for holding a dipping condiment or sauce and allowing a user to wipe a food item to remove excess condiment or sauce. The container has a base and a side wall having one portion higher than an opposing portion, the wall including at least one ridge, groove or other fluid retention device. The wall also includes a pair of opposing inwardly curved gripping surfaces for facilitating gripping by a user's fingers, the gripping surfaces including ribs or grooves. The container may also include a lid which snap fits onto the lip of the container.	02-16-2012
20130206767	CONDIMENT AND SAUCE CONTAINER - A container for holding a dipping condiment or sauce and allowing a user to wipe a food item to remove excess condiment or sauce. The container has a base and a side wall having one portion higher than an opposing portion, the wall including at least one ridge, groove or other fluid retention device. The wall also includes a pair of opposing inwardly curved gripping surfaces for facilitating gripping by a user's fingers, the gripping surfaces including ribs or grooves. The container may also include a lid which snap fits onto the lip of the container.	08-15-2013

Angela Mae Newton, Oronoco, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100229177	Reducing Remote Memory Accesses to Shared Data in a Multi-Nodal Computer System - Disclosed is an apparatus, method, and program product for identifying and grouping threads that have interdependent data access needs. The preferred embodiment of the present invention utilizes two different constructs to accomplish this grouping. A Memory Affinity Group (MAG) is disclosed. The MAG construct enables multiple threads to be associated with the same node without any foreknowledge of which threads will be involved in the association, and without any control over the particular node with which they are associated. A Logical Node construct is also disclosed. The Logical Node construct enables multiple threads to be associated with the same specified node without any foreknowledge of which threads will be involved in the association. While logical nodes do not explicitly identify the underlying physical nodes comprising the system, they provide a means of associating particular threads with the same node and other threads with other node(s).	09-09-2010

Anna E. Newton, Jamaica Plain, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100178445	Stretchable Applique And Method For Making The Same - A stretchable appliqué made from a stretchable substrate with indicia thereon may be applied to a variety of articles including stretchable performance athletic wear. A method for making the stretchable appliqué may include applying an adhesive and a carrier layer to one surface of a stretchable substrate. Indicia may then be applied to the opposite surface of the stretchable fabric and the stretchable substrate may be cut to a desired shape to form the stretchable appliqué. The carrier layer may then be removed and the stretchable appliqué may be adhered to the desired article. The stretchable appliqué may be adhered to stretchable articles of apparel so that the appliqué may stretch when the article of apparel stretches. The carrier layer may be less stretchable than the stretchable substrate, including being completely non-stretchable.	07-15-2010
20120023641	Patch for Performance Garments and Methods of Using and Making - A patch for a performance garment including a sheet of fabric and an elastomeric adhesive adhered to one side of the sheet such that the sheet may be applied to the garment, wherein at least one of the sheet and the elastomeric adhesive have an independent stretch greater than the stretch of the garment. Embodiments of the invention further include methods of repairing an opening in or reinforcing a garment using the patch, repair kits for containing the patch, and methods of making the patch.	02-02-2012

Anna E. Newton, Roslindale, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120174282	Performance Apparel With Flexible Portion - Athletic garments are disclosed. The garment may comprise: a base layer having a front surface and a back surface; a first flexible layer disposed on the front surface and the back surface of the base layer, the first flexible layer having a plurality of voids forming a first lattice pattern; and a second flexible layer disposed on the front surface and the back surface of the base layer, the second flexible layer having a plurality of voids forming a second lattice pattern.	07-12-2012

Anthony James Newton, Chicago, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100207780	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRACKING PASSENGER LUGGAGE - A method for luggage tracking comprises: providing a tracking device having an asset number; receiving a first tracking information including initial location information from the tracking device at a starting location; updating a location of the tracking device based on the initial location information; receiving a second tracking information including updated location information from the tracking device at a destination location; and updating the location of the tracking device based on the destination location information.	08-19-2010

Brian Newton, Jamestown, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090101562	FILTER FOR A MEDICAL INSTRUMENT ASSEMBLY - A liquid filter capable of filtering liquid, such as water, that is supplied to a medical instrument assembly. The liquid filter is adapted for connection to the medical instrument assembly, a liquid source, and/or liquid supply tubing. A gas filter capable of filtering gas supplied to a medical instrument assembly, the gas filter being adapted for connection to the medical instrument assembly, a gas source, and/or gas supply tubing. A liquid and/or gas filter capable of filtering liquid and/or gas, respectively, the liquid and/or gas filter being adapted for connection to a medical instrument assembly, a gas source, a liquid source, gas supply tubing, and/or liquid supply tubing. The medical instrument may be an invasive medical instrument, such as an endoscope.	04-23-2009

Brian L. Newton, Woonsocket, RI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080275405	Medical Valve with Expandable Member - A medical valve has a resilient member that is forcibly expanded to an expanded volume from a normal volume. Specifically, the valve operates in a closed mode that prevents fluid flow, and an open mode that permits fluid flow. To these ends, the valve has a housing having an inlet and an outlet, and the noted resilient member within the housing. The resilient member and housing form a fluid channel between the inlet and the outlet. The fluid channel at least in part extends through the resilient member. The fluid channel has a given portion formed by a variable volume portion of the resilient member. The variable volume portion has a normal volume when in the closed mode, and an expanded volume when the open mode. The expanded volume is greater than the normal volume.	11-06-2008
20110046573	Anti-Drawback Medical Valve - A gland member within a medical valve is configured to have a substantially consistent or enlarging internal volume as the valve transitions from a closed mode to an open mode. To that end, the valve has a housing forming an interior containing a flow path, and a stationary post member within the interior. The post member has a lumen that is a part of the flow path. The lumen has an opening to the interior of the housing. The valve further includes a gland member circumscribing the post member to produce a variable volume region formed at least in part between the gland member itself and the post member. In addition, the variable volume region is a part of the flow path, while the gland member occludes the post lumen opening when in the closed mode. The variable volume region has an open volume (i.e., when the valve is in the open mode) that is no less than its closed volume (i.e., when the valve is in the closed mode).	02-24-2011
20110066119	Anti-Drawback Medical Valve - A medical valve includes a housing having an interior forming an inlet and an outlet. A longitudinally movable member is secured within the interior of the housing. External to the movable member and within the interior is a fluid path. Movement of the movable member controls fluid flow between the inlet and the outlet via the fluid path. The outlet produces no greater than a negligible drawback or positive push during withdrawal of a nozzle.	03-17-2011
20120157933	Anti-Drawback Medical Valve - A gland member within a medical valve is configured to have a substantially consistent or enlarging internal volume as the valve transitions from a closed mode to an open mode. The valve has a housing forming an interior containing a flow path, and a stationary post member within the interior. The post member has a lumen that is a part of the flow path. The lumen has an opening to the interior of the housing. The valve further includes a gland member circumscribing the post member to produce a variable volume region formed at least in part between the gland member itself and the post member. The variable volume region is a part of the flow path, while the gland member occludes the post lumen opening when in the closed mode. The variable volume region has an open volume that is no less than its closed volume.	06-21-2012
20130331800	Anti-Drawback Medical Valve - A gland member within a medical valve is configured to have a substantially consistent or enlarging internal volume as the valve transitions from a closed mode to an open mode. The valve has a housing forming an interior containing a flow path, and a stationary post member within the interior.	12-12-2013

Catherine Newton, Land Of Lakes, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140350052	Methods and Compositions for Reducing Serum Levels of Immunoglobulin E (IGE) - The present disclosure provides methods and pharmaceutical compositions for reducing the serum level of immunoglobulin IgE in an animal or human subject. It has been found that reducing or inhibiting the activity of the cannabinoid receptor CB2 leads to an increase in IgE in serum levels. Conversely, activation of the CB2 receptor by an agonist results in a reduction in IgE serum levels. The compositions and methods of the disclosure, therefore, provide a means to reduce or eliminate symptoms of immune system-related conditions resulting from IgE generation, such as an allergy, hay fever, and the like.	11-27-2014

Cathy Newton, Land O'Lakes, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110092567	Cannabinoid 2 (Cb2) Receptor Gene Promoter and Unique RNA Transcripts in B Cells and Methods of Use - Cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB	04-21-2011
20140038198	CANNABINOID 2 (CB2) RECEPTOR GENE PROMOTER AND UNIQUE RNA TRANSCRIPTS IN B CELLS AND METHODS OF USE - Cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB	02-06-2014

Chad Stuart Newton, Tyrone, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120268952	Wall Pack Light Fixture - A lighting fixture includes a first housing portion and a second housing portion. The first housing portion includes a base and a wall extending outwardly from substantially the perimeter of the base. A top portion of the wall includes one or more hinges extending outwardly therefrom. The second housing portion includes a front panel and a side panel extending outwardly from substantially the perimeter of the front panel. A top portion of the front panel includes at least one slot. The second housing is coupled to the first housing in an open position when the hinge is inserted into the slot and the front panel is disposed elevationally above the base. The second housing is coupled to the first housing in an operational position when the hinge is inserted into the slot and the front panel covers the base.	10-25-2012
20140321131	WALL PACK LIGHT FIXTURE - A lighting fixture includes a first housing portion and a second housing portion. The first housing portion includes a base and a wall extending outwardly from substantially the perimeter of the base. A top portion of the wall includes one or more hinges extending outwardly therefrom. The second housing portion includes a front panel and a side panel extending outwardly from substantially the perimeter of the front panel. A top portion of the front panel includes at least one slot. The second housing is coupled to the first housing in an open position when the hinge is inserted into the slot and the front panel is disposed elevationally above the base. The second housing is coupled to the first housing in an operational position when the hinge is inserted into the slot and the front panel covers the base.	10-30-2014

Charles M. Newton, Palm Bay, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090136001	Pixel array arrangement for a soft x-ray source - A pixel array arrangement is provided for a soft x-ray source. The arrangement includes: a window-frame structure having a plurality of channels passing therethrough, where each channel forms a pixel for the x-ray source; a cathode disposed on one side of each channel in the window-frame structure and operable to emit electrons into the channel; and an anode disposed in each cavity on an opposing side of the channel from the cathode and operable to emit x-ray radiation when electrons from the cathode impinge thereon, where the anode is configured to emit x-ray radiation at a diffused angle such that the x-ray radiation from a given pixel overlaps with x-ray radiation from adjacent pixels.	05-28-2009
20120148025	System and method for non-destructive decontamination of sensitive electronics using soft x-ray radiation - A method is provided for decontaminating biological pathogens residing in an enclosure of an electronic device. The method includes: identifying materials used to encase the enclosure of the electronic device; tailoring x-ray radiation to penetrate the materials encasing the enclosure; and directing x-ray radiation having a diffused radiation angle towards the electronic device.	06-14-2012
20130193619	MICRO-DISPENSING MULTI-LAYERED 3D OBJECTS WITH CURING STEPS - A method of building a three dimensional (3D) structure includes micro-dispensing a layer comprising a material using a syringe-based micro-dispensing tool, curing the layer, and repeating the steps of micro-dispensing and curing a plurality of times in order to build the three-dimensional structure. The material may be loaded with nano to micron sized particles, tubes, or strings.	08-01-2013

Christina Kendziorski Newton, Madison, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140314750	Six-Gene Biomarker of Survival and Response to Platinum Based Chemotherapy in Serious Ovarian Cancer Patients - Described herein are methods of predicting the risk of developing ovarian cancer recurrence of a subject comprising the steps of detecting the expression levels of at least four of the six genes selected from the group consisting of AKT2, KRAS, RAC1, CALM3, RPS6KA2 and YWHAB or the gene products thereof, wherein the presence of increased expression levels of the genes or the gene products is predictive of the increased risk of developing ovarian cancer recurrence in the subject. Kits for practicing the methods are also disclosed.	10-23-2014

Clinton G. Newton, Liberty, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090308821	METHOD OF DISPLAYING MERCHANDISE FOR RETAIL SALE - A method of displaying merchandise which creates a more user friendly display that facilitates quicker and easier shopping for a consumer includes an arrangement of gift wrapping items in a section of a display fixture initially by size. The section includes a first display section for displaying items of a first average size, a second display section for displaying items of a second average size and a third display section for displaying items of a third average size. The display sections are adjacent one another and do not contain items that do not fall within the general size of the average display size. This arrangement by size quickly directs the consumer to a small subset of merchandise being displayed in a section that would meet the consumer's needs. A total number of price points may be reduced to at least partially correspond with the display sections. Sections may also be configured so that only items of a particular color and theme are displayed therein such that each section has an overall hue. Adjacent sections may then be configured to provide gradually darker hues. The consumer is then able to quickly narrow the search again by locating bags of an appropriate theme by the overall general color scheme of each section.	12-17-2009

Dale C. Newton, Kissimmee, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090234680	SECURITIZATION OF PRE-PAID CONFERENCE AND REGISTRATION FEES IDEA - A method for the securitization of pre-paid fees for an event is presented. The method includes the steps of registering for at least one event through an interactive medium and a non-interactive medium; providing financial and non-financial information relating to the at least one event; submitting a prepaid fee as a payment to register for the at least one event; processing the payment into at least one cash flow; and utilizing the at least one cash flow to create a special purpose vehicle as collateral to issue and sell at least one bond. A method for securitizing cash flows associated with the payment of airline tickets and a method for offsetting event-related attrition based upon financial and non-financial information are also presented.	09-17-2009

David Newton, Tualatin, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090045830	AUTOMATED CONTACT ALIGNMENT TOOL - A method for determining the alignment of a plurality of contacts in an electronic testing machine is disclosed. The contacts are swept over an electronic component taking a plurality of electrical readings. These electrical readings are charted against a desired orientation to determine alignment. Alignment can be corrected as necessary using an adjustment mechanism.	02-19-2009

David Newton, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090153167	Chuck for holding a device under test - A chuck includes a conductive element that contacts a device under test in a location on the chuck.	06-18-2009

David Newton, Longmont, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090112204	Multiple Parameter Fault Detection in Electrosurgical Instrument Shields - A system and method for detecting faults within an electrosurgical instrument having a shield and an active electrode uses multiple possible fault conditions. In one embodiment the monitoring system comprises an electrosurgical generator coupled to the electrosurgical instrument and adapted to deliver power to the active electrode of the electrosurgical instrument, monitoring circuitry coupled to the electrosurgical generator and the electrosurgical instrument, wherein the monitoring circuitry comprises an active electrode voltage sensor an active electrode current sensor and a shield current sensor. The monitoring circuitry measures at least two of the active voltage, the active or return electrode current, and the shield current.	04-30-2009
20100036380	Multifunctional Surgical Instrument With Flexible End Effector Tools - A surgical tool having proximal and distal ends and adapted to transverse a curved passageway comprises an end effector disposed on the distal end of the surgical tool, the end effector having a first body section and a second body section and a releasable connector joining the end effector first body section with the end effector second body section. The connector is operable to reversibly engage the first and second end effector body sections in a first fixed position and in a second movable position. The surgical tool further comprises an actuation device for moving the first and second end effector body sections from the first fixed position to the second movable position. The end effector is adapted to maneuver through a larger radius of curvature in the second movable position than in the first fixed position.	02-11-2010
20100042097	ENHANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS INCLUDING FLEXIBLE SHIELDING AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR ELECTROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS - A surgical system comprises a device adapted to deliver a plurality of surgical instruments to a site within a patient's body, a first surgical instrument comprising an active electrode probe, a second surgical instrument for performing a non-electrosurgical procedure, a conductive shield surrounding the active electrode probe of the first surgical instrument and connected to a reference potential, and a cold instrument monitor connected to the second surgical instrument and to the reference potential.	02-18-2010
20120283720	Combined Bipolar and Monopolar Electrosurgical Instrument and Method - An electrical switching system for use in various types of electrosurgical instruments and related tools comprises a system adapted to automatically determine which of at least two electrical current modes to deliver through an electrosurgical instrument based on a condition sensed by the electrosurgical instrument. In another embodiment, the electrical switching system comprises a generator, the generator including a first electrical distribution systems for delivering monopolar electrical energy, and a second electrical distribution system for delivering bipolar electrical energy, a controller coupled to the generator for selecting based on an input which of the first and second electrical distribution systems to activate.	11-08-2012
20130253502	Multiple Parameter Fault Detection in Electrosurgical Instrument Shields - A system and method for detecting faults within an electrosurgical instrument having a shield and an active electrode uses multiple possible fault conditions. In one embodiment the monitoring system comprises an electrosurgical generator coupled to the electrosurgical instrument and adapted to deliver power to the active electrode of the electrosurgical instrument, monitoring circuitry coupled to the electrosurgical generator and the electrosurgical instrument.	09-26-2013
20130317496	ENHANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS INCLUDING FLEXIBLE SHIELDING AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR ELECTROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS - A surgical system comprises a device adapted to deliver a plurality of surgical instruments to a site within a patient's body, a first surgical instrument comprising an active electrode probe, a second surgical instrument for performing a non-electrosurgical procedure, a conductive shield surrounding the active electrode probe of the first surgical instrument and connected to a reference potential, and a cold instrument monitor connected to the second surgical instrument and to the reference potential.	11-28-2013
20140094781	Multifunctional Surgical Instrument With Flexible End Effector Tools - A surgical tool having proximal and distal ends and adapted to transverse a curved passageway comprises an end effector disposed on the distal end of the surgical tool, the end effector having a first body section and a second body section and a releasable connector joining the end effector first body section with the end effector second body section. The connector is operable to reversibly engage the first and second end effector body sections in a first fixed position and in a second movable position. The surgical tool further comprises an actuation device for moving the first and second end effector body sections from the first fixed position to the second movable position. The end effector is adapted to maneuver through a larger radius of curvature in the second movable position than in the first fixed position.	04-03-2014
20140249523	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING ELECTROSURGICAL SYSTEMS - Systems, apparatus, and methods for monitoring electrosurgical systems are disclosed. In one variation, an electrosurgical monitoring apparatus includes at least two monitoring channels. Each of the monitoring channels in this embodiment are configured to monitor fault current between at least two separate conductive components of an electrosurgical system, and the at least two monitoring channels are each configured to send a control signal so as to control an application of power to an electrosurgical device responsive to the fault currents.	09-04-2014

David W. Newton, Tualatin, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080290879	CAPACITIVE MEASUREMENTS WITH FAST RECOVERY CURRENT RETURN - An apparatus and method for measuring the leakage current of capacitive components. A switch that grounds a terminal of a component being tested is closed while the component is charged to a desired test voltage. When this charging is complete, the switch opens so that the diode terminal is at the same potential as the input amplifier's virtual ground. An accurate and fast measurement of the leakage current of the component can be measured.	11-27-2008

David W. Newton, Longmont, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100087810	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING ELECTROSURGICAL SYSTEMS - Systems, apparatus, and methods for monitoring electrosurgical systems are disclosed. In one variation, an electrosurgical monitoring apparatus includes at least two monitoring channels. Each of the monitoring channels in this embodiment are configured to monitor fault current between at least two separate conductive components of an electrosurgical system, and the at least two monitoring channels are each configured to send a control signal so as to control an application of power to an electrosurgical device responsive to the fault currents.	04-08-2010

David William Newton, Tualatin, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090160471	Contact Alignment Verification/Adjustment Fixture - In an electronic testing machine including at least one test module having a plurality of contacts for testing electronic components, the improvement of a contact alignment tool for aligning the contacts including a body to be positioned relative to the testing machine such that the body can be radially indexed along a path to a contact alignment test position proximate the contacts of the test module, and a plurality of circuits associated with the body, each circuit including at least one output signal connection and at least one open contact station, each open contact station defined by at least one open circuit trace pattern, such that each open contact station will be closed by the contacts when the body is located at the contact test position proximate the contacts and the contacts are properly aligned. A method and apparatus for aligning contacts of an electronic testing machine including at least one test module having a plurality of contacts.	06-25-2009

Donald Newton, Alpharetta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090034695	Third Party Call Control - One embodiment of a method for controlling disposition of a call comprises detecting an incoming call to a network station; checking for an active instant messaging session for the network station; and if the active instant messaging session exists, sending an instant message to the network station with call disposition choices with regard to the incoming call. Other methods and systems are also provided.	02-05-2009

Glen E. Newton, Eagan, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120140993	SECURE BIOMETRIC AUTHENTICATION FROM AN INSECURE DEVICE - Biometric authentication is enhanced by prompting an individual to perform an action challenge. For example, when an individual provides a facial picture for facial recognition to access secure data the individual may be prompted to provide a second picture of the individual performing an action. In one case, the individual is prompted to provide a second picture with an eye closed or an open mouth. The action challenge improves security by preventing attackers from spoofing an individual's biometric information. The enhanced biometric authentication may be used on mobile devices, such as mobile phones and laptop computers, to provide access to secure data, such as bank account information.	06-07-2012
20130061304	PRE-CONFIGURED CHALLENGE ACTIONS FOR AUTHENTICATION OF DATA OR DEVICES - An authentication system is enhanced by prompting an individual to perform a challenge action. For example, the individual may be requested to move the device in a particular motion, after entering a username/password combination. The challenge action is known only by the individual, such that an imposter, even with authentication information, does not know the challenge action. The challenge action improves security by preventing attackers from spoofing an individual's authentication information. The enhanced authentication system may be used on mobile devices, such as mobile phones and laptop computers, to provide access to secure data, such as bank account information.	03-07-2013
20130061305	RANDOM CHALLENGE ACTION FOR AUTHENTICATION OF DATA OR DEVICES - An authentication system is enhanced by prompting an individual to perform a randomly-selected challenge action. For example, the individual may be requested to move the device in a particular motion, after entering a username/password combination. The randomly-selected challenge action verifies the individual is located at the device, which prevents automated attacks to steal the individual's identity. The challenge action improves security by preventing attackers from spoofing an individual's authentication information. The enhanced authentication system may be used on mobile devices, such as mobile phones and laptop computers, to provide access to secure data, such as bank account information.	03-07-2013
20130091561	EXECUTING COMMANDS PROVIDED DURING USER AUTHENTICATION - A mobile device may receive commands during confirmation of an identity of an individual access the device or secure data on the device. The commands may instruct the mobile device to perform security-related functions. For example, when the individual is under duress when logging in to the mobile device, the individual may perform a gesture indicating to the mobile device to change the password. The mobile device then changes the password for the individual to a secondary password. If a thief then takes the mobile device from the individual, the thief will no longer have access to the mobile device using the password provided by the individual under duress.	04-11-2013

Glen E. Newton, Roseville, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140325593	USER SECURITY COMPARISON AND REVERSION - A web interface may generate reports regarding changes in user security parameters in a computer network. The report may ease administrator's duties analyzing log files to determine the modifications to user accounts. The administrator may be presented with an option to revert a user to a prior state of user security parameters. Thus, the interface provides the administrator the ability to generate reports and modify user accounts from a single web page.	10-30-2014

Gloria Newton, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090283519	Disposable microwave protector - A disposable arcuate sheet of an air permeable, water absorbent and hypoallergenic garment interfacing fabric and method for using the sheet for protecting microwave ovens against food spills, splashes, spatters and spitting during rotation of a carousel. The disposable sheet being a single layer of conventional interfacing fabric provided in a unbroken and unfolded substantially round or circularly shaped flat pattern sized either to cover a rotating carousel of a square or rectangular microwave oven, or to cover a food container in the oven, without substantially interfering with the oven walls during rotation of the carousel.	11-19-2009

Gregory Patrick Newton, Lithia Springs, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100205284	Client Application Installer - Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer program products, for installing client application. In one aspect, a method includes receiving user identification data at the client device, determining a client application configuration based on the user identification data, and configure a client application on the client device according to the specified client application configuration.	08-12-2010

G. William Newton, Durham, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080233807	Terminal block assemblies and methods for making the same - Terminal block assemblies for electrical power distribution and methods of making such terminal block assemblies are provided. The terminal block assemblies include a terminal housing having a front side and a back side. The terminal housing defines at least one aperture therethrough with the aperture extending through the front side and the back side for receipt of an electrical connection within the terminal housing. At least one terminal is provided with the terminal configured to be securable to the electrical connection outside the terminal housing. At least one fastener device is provided for securing the terminal within the aperture of the terminal housing. The fastener device holds the terminal within the terminal housing with the terminal extending outward from the front side such that the electrical connection are fixed within the terminal housing.	09-25-2008

Hollie Hayes Newton, Charlotte, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120210251	INFORMATION MANAGEMENT DETAILED TASK SCHEDULER SYSTEM - A method for managing information relating to a deployment of changes in order to communicate some or all the information to users includes providing an interface to a plurality of users at a plurality of workstations accessible by one or more of the users, receiving information comprising initiative data corresponding to each of the plurality of changes, the initiative data comprising data relating to a plurality of parameters corresponding to each of the plurality of changes, initiating display of some or all the initiative data corresponding to some or all the plurality of changes, logging event data related to a plurality of events associated with the deployment of the plurality of changes, the event data comprising change status data indicating a status of at least one of the plurality of changes, and initiating display of at least some of the event data to the users via the interface.	08-16-2012

James Newton, Burnsville, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100086153	PORTABLE SYSTEM FOR PROGRAMMING HEARING AIDS - A system for programming one or more hearing aids with a host computer, the system including a hearing aid programmer for wireless communications with the host computer. In various embodiments, the hearing aid programmer has at least one interface connector for communication with at least one hearing aid. Additionally, in various embodiments, the system includes a wireless interface adapted for connecting to the at least one interface connector of the hearing aid programmer, the wireless interface further adapted for wireless communication with one or more hearing aids. Varying embodiments of the present subject matter include a wireless interface which contains signal processing electronics, a memory connected to the signal processing electronics; and a wireless module connected to the signal processing electronics and adapted for wireless communications.	04-08-2010

James R. Newton, Burnsville, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100135513	RADIO FREQUENCY SHIELDING FOR RECEIVERS WITHIN HEARING AIDS AND LISTENING DEVICES - Method and apparatus are disclosed for reducing or eliminating the interference produced by a receiver in a listening device, such as a hearing aid. The method and apparatus of the invention involves placing an electrically conductive shield around the receiver. Such a shield helps suppress the electromagnetic signals emitted by the receiver, thereby reducing or eliminating the interference from the receiver. The shield is a passive shield and may be one or more wires that are wound around the receiver and shorted together, or it may be an electrically conductive mesh, jacket, sleeve, or the like, that is placed around the receiver. The shield is then connected either to one of the input terminals of the receiver, or to a system ground of the receiver.	06-03-2010
20110044485	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AN INSULATED ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELD FOR USE IN HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICES - The present subject matter of the invention relates generally to the management of electromagnetic fields in hearing assistance devices, such as hearing aids, and in particular to an insulated electromagnetic shield design for hearing assistance devices. The present disclosure includes various embodiments for electromagnetic shielding of a receiver using a magnetic shield that is electrically insulated from the receiver casing and electronics.	02-24-2011
20120314893	HEARING AID WITH INTEGRATED TELECOIL AND BATTERY RECHARGE COIL - A hearing aid is powered by a rechargeable battery and senses a sound signal being a magnetic field using a telecoil. The hearing aid includes a battery recharge coil for receiving power from a hearing aid charger via an inductive couple. The telecoil and the inductive coil are integrated into a single device.	12-13-2012
20130015824	DETECTING AND SWITCHING BATTERY POLARITY IN A BATTERY CHARGER - Disclosed herein, among other things, are apparatus and methods for detecting and switching battery polarity in a battery charger. In various embodiments, a method includes grounding a first terminal of a battery inserted in a charger and sensing a bipolar voltage from a second terminal of the battery. The bipolar voltage is converted to a reduced unipolar voltage for sensing by an input to a microcontroller. A low resistance analog switch connects the battery to a charging circuit. The switch state of the analog switch is controlled using an output of the microcontroller, to present the proper battery polarity to the charging circuit based on the unipolar voltage. The battery is charged using the charging circuit, in various embodiments.	01-17-2013
20130016862	HEARING AID WITH MAGNETOSTRICTIVE ELECTROACTIVE SENSORAANM Newton; James R.AACI BurnsvilleAAST MNAACO USAAGP Newton; James R. Burnsville MN USAANM Sacha; Michael KarlAACI ChanhassenAAST MNAACO USAAGP Sacha; Michael Karl Chanhassen MN USAANM Lin; Wei LiAACI PlymouthAAST MNAACO USAAGP Lin; Wei Li Plymouth MN US - A hearing aid includes a magnetostrictive electroactive (ME) sensor that generates an electrical signal in response to a magnetic field or a mechanical pressure. In various embodiments, the ME sensor is used for cordless charging of a rechargeable battery in the hearing aid by generating an electrical signal in response to a magnetic field generated for power transfer, magnetic sound signal reception, and/or detection of user commands by sensing a magnetic field or a pressure applied to the hearing aid.	01-17-2013
20130259278	AUTOMATIC RECONFIGURATION OF A HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICE BASED ON BATTERY CHARACTERISTICS - Disclosed herein, among other things, are methods and apparatus for detecting battery chemistry or battery type and reconfiguring a hearing assistance device based on the detected battery. One aspect of the present subject matter relates to a method of operating a hearing assistance device having a battery. A voltage of the battery is detected at a predetermined load current and a battery chemistry or battery type is determined based on the detected voltage. An operating parameter of the hearing assistance device is adjusted based on the determined battery chemistry or battery type, in various embodiments. Examples of adjustments made based on the determined battery chemistry or battery type include gain, feedback cancellation (FBC) filter, self-diagnostic thresholds of the hearing assistance device, indicator loudness, low battery set point, or an end-of-discharge battery set point.	10-03-2013
20140153760	HEARING AID WITH MAGNETOSTRICTIVE ELECTROACTIVE SENSOR - A hearing aid includes a magnetostrictive electroactive (ME) sensor that generates an electrical signal in response to a magnetic field or a mechanical pressure. In various embodiments, the ME sensor is used for cordless charging of a rechargeable battery in the hearing aid by generating an electrical signal in response to a magnetic field generated for power transfer, magnetic sound signal reception, and/or detection of user commands by sensing a magnetic field or a pressure applied to the hearing aid.	06-05-2014
20140198936	ELECTROOCULOGRAM AS A CONTROL IN A HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICE - Disclosed herein, among other things, are systems and methods for controlling operation of a hearing assistance device. One aspect of the present subject matter includes a method of operating a hearing assistance device worn by a wearer. The method includes tracking eye movements of the wearer using a sensor on or in the hearing assistance device to obtain an electrooculogram (EOG). At least one parameter of the hearing assistance device is adjusted using the EOG, according to various embodiments.	07-17-2014
20140355803	MODULAR CONNECTION ASSEMBLY FOR A HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICE - The present subject matter relates to an improved connection assembly for hearing assistance devices. The improved connection assembly provides a connection system that is reliable, straightforward to manufacture, and easy to use. The present connection assembly provides a rapid replacement option for the cable and/or the receiver or other electronics connected to the cable. The present subject matter provides for a connection assembly that can be extended to provide connections for a variety of applications which are not limited to a speaker (receiver) in the ear. Sensors and new configurations of component placement are supported using the present assembly, including, but not limited to telecoils, and GMR or TMR sensors. Various electromagnetic interference issues are addressed. In some examples a shielded set of wires are included. In some examples a twisted pair of wires is included. Various combinations of wires for different applications are supported with the present connector system.	12-04-2014

Jason Newton, N. Chelmsford, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110258019	Methods and Systems for Interactive Data Finder - The systems and methods disclosed herein include an interactive data finder that allows an advertisement purchaser to associate media programs with demographics and subscriber information. The data finder comprise a search module for processing input data to determine data representative of media buying opportunities as a function of search options, where the search options are representative of media buying criteria. The data finder also comprises a category module for refining the data representative of the media buying opportunities as a function of filter options, where the filter options are representative of media buying criteria related to the media buying opportunities. The refined data provides the advertisement purchaser with the information that associates the media-buying opportunities with at least one of the demographics and the subscriber information.	10-20-2011

Jason M. Newton, Owasso, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090033496	SYSTEM TO EFFECTUATE POINT OF USE CONTROL AND ACCOUNTABILITY OF MONITORED ARTICLES - The method and system for a material cabinet for use in cooperation with a plurality of articles stored in the material cabinet is disclosed. Each of the plurality of articles having a radio frequency identification tag attached thereto is connected through at least an antenna or a plurality of antennas installed in the material cabinet to a radio frequency identification reader, which is interpreted through a software in a computer system. This method and system has capability to effectuate point of use control of the stored articles through a database in the computer system. This method and system also implements a security mechanism through a lock system to secure the store articles from unauthorized user/stock clerks.	02-05-2009

Jeff Newton, Oswego, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120192735	FOUNTAIN SOLUTIONS FOR OFFSET LITHOGRAPHIC PRINTING INKS - A fountain solution for offset lithographic printing ink includes water, one or more surfactants, and a dynamic surface tension of less than 30 dynes/cm. The fountain solution can further include an interfacial tension between the fountain solution and the offset lithographic printing ink of less than 10 dynes/cm. The press waste of a print run applying the fountain solution is reduced to less than 5%. An offset lithographic printing system includes a fountain solution and an offset lithographic printing ink, and the press waste of the offset lithographic printing system is less than 5%.	08-02-2012

Jerry L. Newton, Richmond, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090127925	Linear single channel hydraulic control unit - A hydraulic control unit for a motor vehicle having a motor providing a drive shaft driving a rotatable piston bearing surface at a proximal end of the motor, a hydraulic block providing cavities housing a pumping assembly and fluid control valves, and a control section providing solenoid coils receiving portions of the fluid control valves, with the pump cavity being disposed on a first end of the hydraulic block and the valve cavities being disposed on an opposite end of the hydraulic block, and the pumping assembly being reciprocalably driven by the rotatable piston bearing surface along an axis radially disposed from and otherwise parallel to the axis of rotation of the rotatable piston bearing surface. In another aspect, a pump element having a ball bearing assembly mounted at an oblique angle with respect to the axis of rotation of a seat, and a pumping assembly reciprocally bearing against an outer portion of the ball bearing assembly.	05-21-2009

Jesse Marie Newton, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120037653	CONDIMENT AND SAUCE CONTAINER - A container for holding a dipping condiment or sauce and allowing a user to wipe a food item to remove excess condiment or sauce. The container has a base and a side wall having one portion higher than an opposing portion, the wall including at least one ridge, groove or other fluid retention device. The wall also includes a pair of opposing inwardly curved gripping surfaces for facilitating gripping by a user's fingers, the gripping surfaces including ribs or grooves. The container may also include a lid which snap fits onto the lip of the container.	02-16-2012
20130206767	CONDIMENT AND SAUCE CONTAINER - A container for holding a dipping condiment or sauce and allowing a user to wipe a food item to remove excess condiment or sauce. The container has a base and a side wall having one portion higher than an opposing portion, the wall including at least one ridge, groove or other fluid retention device. The wall also includes a pair of opposing inwardly curved gripping surfaces for facilitating gripping by a user's fingers, the gripping surfaces including ribs or grooves. The container may also include a lid which snap fits onto the lip of the container.	08-15-2013

Jimmie Keith Newton, Phenix City, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100206287	COOKING APPARATUS WITH ADJUSTABLE FUEL SUPPORT - A cooking apparatus with a cooking container in which is received a fuel component support device. The cooking apparatus having an adjustment mechanism drivingly connected with the fuel component support device. The adjustment mechanism includes a handle section and an interconnected shaft assembly connected with the handle section, the interconnected shaft assembly including a first shaft section and a linkage assembly drivingly connected to the first shaft section and positioned between a base portion of the cooking container and the fuel component support device such that rotation of the first shaft, as by a vertical swinging of the handle section, produces an opposite direction change in vertical height in the linkage assembly and the supported fuel component support device. A handle engagement section is provided as in one that includes a plurality of height position stop engagement locations. Also, in an embodiment, the handle section is releasably engageable with the engagement locations as to releasably fix the fuel component support rack at one of a plurality of different height positions.	08-19-2010

John Newton US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120139835	INTERACTIVE INPUT SYSTEM AND METHOD - An interactive input system comprises a display panel; a first illumination source providing illumination across an outer surface of the display panel such that when a pointer is brought into proximity with the outer surface, the pointer reflects illumination from the first illumination source through the display panel; at least one imaging device having a field of view aimed at an opposite outer surface of the display panel, the at least one imaging device capturing images including illumination reflected by the pointer through the display panel; and processing structure in communication with the at least one imaging device, said processing structure processing the captured images to determine a location of the pointer relative to the outer surface.	06-07-2012

John R. Newton, Vero Beach, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090025802	CONSTANT FLOW VALVE - A regulating valve includes an outer housing comprised of a cap joined to a base. The housing is internally subdivided by a barrier wall into a head section and a base section, the latter being further subdivided by a modulating assembly into a fluid chamber and a spring chamber. An inlet and a 90° outlet in the cap communicate with the fluid chamber. Fluid at a variable pressure is admitted into the fluid chamber via the inlet, with the modulating assembly serving to maintain the fluid exiting the fluid chamber via the outlet at a substantially constant pressure.	01-29-2009
20090095770	DUAL FUNCTION DISPENSING HEAD FOR CARBONATED BEVERAGE MACHINE - A dispensing head incorporates multiple constant flow valves for controlling the flow of multiple liquids, e.g., syrup and carbonated water fed to a dispensing nozzle. The valves are normally closed and are opened by inlet pressures above selected threshold levels. Once open, the valves maintain the liquid flows at substantially constant flow rates and pressures, irrespective of variations of liquid input pressures and viscosities. A closure mechanism serves to close the valves at inlet pressures both above and below the threshold levels. The closure mechanism may be deactivated to simultaneously allow the valves to assume their modulating functions at inlet pressures above the threshold levels.	04-16-2009
20120168011	LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A liquid delivery system comprises a tank containing a supply of a first liquid. A positive displacement pump operates to withdraw the first liquid from the tank via a suction conduit and to deliver a pressurized flow of the first liquid via a delivery conduit. An adjustable metering orifice in the delivery conduit serves to control the flow of the first liquid through the delivery conduit. A normally closed first valve located in the delivery conduit between the pump and the metering orifice is opened in response to a pressure of the first liquid exceeding a threshold level, and is operative when open to deliver the first liquid to the metering orifice at a substantially constant pressure. A bypass conduit communicates with the tank and with the delivery conduit at a location between the pump and the first valve. A second valve in the bypass conduit is adjustable to accommodate a controlled return flow of the first liquid from the delivery conduit to the tank, thereby modulating the pressure of the first liquid being delivered to the first valve.	07-05-2012
20120168531	LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A liquid delivery system comprises a tank containing a supply of a first liquid. A positive displacement pump operates to withdraw the first liquid from the tank via a suction conduit and to deliver a pressurized flow of the first liquid via a delivery conduit. An adjustable metering orifice in the delivery conduit serves to control the flow of the first liquid through the delivery conduit. A normally closed first valve located in the delivery conduit between the pump and the metering orifice is opened in response to a pressure of the first liquid exceeding a threshold level, and is operative when open to deliver the first liquid to the metering orifice at a substantially constant pressure. A bypass conduit communicates with the tank and with the delivery conduit at a location between the pump and the first valve. A second valve in the bypass conduit is adjustable to accommodate a controlled return flow of the first liquid from the delivery conduit to the tank, thereby modulating the pressure of the first liquid being delivered to the first valve.	07-05-2012
20130056493	FLUID MIXING AND DELIVERY SYSTEM - A fluid mixing and delivery system comprises a mixing chamber; a first supply line for supplying a first fluid component to the mixing chamber via a first CFValve and a downstream first metering orifice; a second supply line for supplying a second fluid component to the mixing chamber via a second CFValve and a downstream second metering orifice, with the first and second fluid components being combined in the mixing chamber to produce a fluid mixture; and a discharge line leading from the mixing chamber and through which the fluid mixture is delivered to a dispensing valve.	03-07-2013
20140027540	LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A liquid delivery system comprises a tank containing a supply of liquid. A positive displacement pump operates to withdraw the liquid from the tank via a suction conduit and to deliver a pressurized flow of the liquid via a delivery conduit. A metering orifice in the delivery conduit serves to modulate the flow of the liquid through the delivery conduit. A normally closed first valve located in the delivery conduit between the pump and the metering orifice is opened in response to a pressure of the liquid exceeding a threshold level, and is operative when open to deliver the liquid to the metering orifice at a substantially constant pressure. A bypass conduit communicates with the tank and with the delivery conduit at a location between the pump and the first valve. A flow restrictor in the bypass conduit serves to modulate a return flow of the liquid from the delivery conduit to the tank, thereby modulating the pressure of the liquid being delivered to the first valve.	01-30-2014

Kevin Newton, North Canton, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100243729	Banking system that operates responsive to data read from data bearing records - An automated banking machine operates to cause financial transfers responsive to data bearing records. The automated banking machine includes a card reader that is operative to read data from user cards corresponding to a financial account. The automated banking machine further includes a sheet accepting device that is operative to receive at least one of notes and checks. A note acceptor includes at least one validator that includes at least one ultrasonic detector. The at least one validator is operative to identify suspect counterfeit notes produced by assembling pieces of genuine notes by identifying seams or other fastening features in the notes where such pieces are joined. The note validator may further include image sensors and/or radiation transmission sensors which are further usable to identify the presence of seams or other fastening features that can distinguish valid and suspect counterfeit notes.	09-30-2010

Kevin Newton, Pell City, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140270939	SELF-RIGHTING FLEXIBLE DELINEATOR WITH PROTECTIVE COLLAR - A delineator system includes an anchor having an end portion and a post extending along a longitudinal direction and having an end portion overlapping with the end portion of the anchor. The overlapping end portions are coupled together with an engagement member. A protective collar is moveable relative to the post and the anchor along the longitudinal direction from a non-installed position to an installed position. The protective collar is disposed over and covers the overlapping end portions and the engagement member when in the installed position. Methods of manufacturing and installing a post, and other delineator systems and delineator posts are also provided.	09-18-2014

Kim M. Newton, Essex Junction, VT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120168907	FLAT RESPONSE DEVICE STRUCTURES FOR BIPOLAR JUNCTION TRANSISTORS - Bipolar transistors with tailored response curves, as well as fabrication methods for bipolar transistors and design structures for BiCMOS integrated circuits. The bipolar transistor includes a first section of a collector region implanted with a first dopant concentration and a second section of the collector region implanted with a second dopant concentration that is higher than the first dopant concentration. A first emitter is formed in vertical alignment with the first section of the collector region. A second emitter is formed in vertical alignment with the second section of the collector region.	07-05-2012

Kirk C. Newton, Enfield, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090197075	COATINGS AND COATING PROCESSES FOR MOLYBDENUM SUBSTRATES - In a method for coating a molybdenum-based substrate, a molybdenum disilicide layer is formed on the substrate. Aluminum is reacted with hydrochloric gas to produce aluminum chloride. The aluminum chloride is reacted with hydrogen and carbon dioxide to produce alumina. A layer of the alumina is deposited atop the molybdenum disilicide layer.	08-06-2009
20100000698	CASTING SYSTEM FOR INVESTMENT CASTING PROCESS - A casting system includes a core and a shell positioned relative to the core. A barrier coating is applied on at least one of the core and the shell.	01-07-2010
20110071013	CERAMIC MATRIX COMPOSITE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A ceramic matrix composite is formed from a non-oxide ceramic and continuous ceramic fibers. The matrix includes a hafnium donor in the matrix in an amount sufficient to harden the composite at elevated temperatures to prevent ablation of the composite. The matrix also includes a boron donor in the matrix in an amount sufficient to lower the glass transition temperature of the composite to flow over cracks formed in the composite. The method to form the matrix is selected from polymer infiltration pyrolysis, chemical vapor infiltration, and sequential polymer infiltration pyrolysis and chemical vapor infiltration.	03-24-2011
20110071014	HYBRED POLYMER CVI COMPOSITES - A method of forming a highly densified chemical matrix composite CMC from a preform of a matrix of a non-oxide ceramic and continuous ceramic fibers. An interface coating is added, followed by partially densifying the preform with a resin to increase the density of the preform using a polymer infiltration pyrolysis PIP) process one or more times. A chemical vapor infiltration (CVI) process is used to bring the CMC to a final desired density.	03-24-2011
20110177318	CERAMIC COMPOSITE ARTICLE AND METHOD THEREFOR - A ceramic composite article includes ceramic reinforcement fibers each having an outer surface and a continuous zinc oxide coating disposed on the ceramic reinforcement fibers and in contact with the outer surfaces.	07-21-2011
20130022826	CERAMIC COMPOSITE ARTICLE HAVING LAMINAR CERAMIC MATRIX - A ceramic composite article includes ceramic carbide fibers and a ceramic matrix in which the ceramic carbide fibers are embedded. The ceramic matrix includes a laminar structure with at least one layer of a first ceramic material and at least one layer of a second, different ceramic material.	01-24-2013
20130323417	HYBRED POLYMER CVI COMPOSITES - A method of forming a highly densified chemical matrix composite CMC from a preform of a matrix of a non-oxide ceramic and continuous ceramic fibers. An interface coating is added, followed by partially densifying the preform with a resin to increase the density of the preform using a polymer infiltration pyrolysis PIP) process one or more times. A chemical vapor infiltration (CVI) process is used to bring the CMC to a final desired density.	12-05-2013
20140178244	GASEOUS BASED DESULFURIZATION OF ALLOYS - A method for desulfurizing a metal alloy comprises heating the metal alloy to a molten state. A gaseous desulfurizing compound is bubbled through the molten alloy to form a solid sulfur-containing waste phase and a molten reduced-sulfur alloy phase. The solid waste phase and the molten reduced-sulfur alloy phase are separated. The gaseous desulfurizing compound includes a constituent element selected from the group: alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, and rare earth metals.	06-26-2014

Lon Newton, West Point, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090080971	BOLLARD ASSEMBLY - A bollard assembly having a post and a sleeve. The post has a cylindrical post wall forming a cavity and a passage in the post wall. The passage has a first section that extends longitudinally along the post wall and a second section that intersects the first section and extends crosswise to the first section. The sleeve has a cylindrical sleeve wall forming a cavity and a latch pin that is attached to the sleeve wall and extends into the cavity. The sleeve is adapted to receive the post such that the latch pin travels through the passage in the post wall.	03-26-2009
20100086350	BOLLARD ASSEMBLY - A bollard assembly having a post and a sleeve. The post has a cylindrical post wall forming a cavity and a passage in the post wall. The passage has a first section that extends longitudinally along the post wall and a second section that intersects the first section and extends crosswise to the first section. The sleeve has a cylindrical sleeve wall forming a cavity and a latch pin that is attached to the sleeve wall and extends into the cavity. The sleeve is adapted to receive the post such that the latch pin travels through the passage in the post wall.	04-08-2010

Lonnie Newton, Saginaw, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120232754	TORQUE BASED END OF TRAVEL SOFT STOP - A control system for controlling a steering system near an end of travel region is provided. The control system includes a first module that selectively estimates a command adjust value based on a hand wheel position and a hand wheel torque. A second module generates a motor assist command based on the command adjust value to control the steering system.	09-13-2012

Mark Newton, Mauldin, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100284814	Machine component retention - An axial retention system for restraining axial movement of a first machine component having a dovetail within a complimentary-shaped dovetail slot in a second machine component that includes a first curved groove formed in a bottom surface of the dovetail slot and a second curved groove formed in a bottom surface of the dovetail. The first and second grooves are in alignment when the dovetail is located within the dovetail slot to thereby form a closed periphery aperture. A curved locking clip is received within the closed periphery aperture. An optional cover plate may be placed over the ends of the locking clip, with ends of the locking clip deformed by, for example, swaging.	11-11-2010

Mark Newton US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090252611	Axial compressor blade retention - An axial retention system for restraining axial movement of a machine component having a dovetail within a complimentary-shaped dovetail slot includes: a first substantially T-shaped groove formed in a bottom surface of the dovetail slot; a second substantially T-shaped groove formed in a bottom surface of the dovetail, the first and second grooves in alignment when the dovetail is located within the dovetail slot to thereby form a closed periphery substantially T-shaped slot having a stem portion and a lateral cross portion at one end of the stem component, wherein the other end of the stem is open; and a compressible locking clip adapted for insertion within the substantially T-shaped slot, the locking clip having a pair of oppositely extending lugs receivable in opposite ends of the lateral cross portion.	10-08-2009

Mark Asbury Newton, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110246926	COMPARATIVE ACTION MANAGEMENT - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are provided for enabling a user to set action items and automatically track the action items for the user. One implementation includes a server in communication with a network. The server according to some embodiments comprises a processing device configured to execute logic instructions of the server. The server also includes an interface device configured to communicate with an end user device via the network. An objective definition module is configured to enable a user of the end user device to enter at least one action item intended to be performed by the user during a specific time period. A recordation module is configured to receive updates from the user regarding a successful completion of at least a portion of the at least one action item. The recordation module is further configured to calculate progress that the user has made toward completing each of the at least one action item.	10-06-2011

Mark Damian Newton, Auburndale, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080319802	LONG TERM CARE UNDERWRITING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method for analyzing risk for underwriting insurance is provided. The method may comprise: inputting data regarding at least one applicant for insurance, wherein at least one item of data relates to a first category and at least one item of data relates to a second category; assigning a numerical risk factor to at least one item of data; generating a first numerical risk score for the first category; generating a second numerical risk score for the second category; generating a composite risk score based on at least the first numerical risk score and the second numerical risk score; assigning a composite risk score to at least one applicant for insurance; wherein the first category comprises medical conditions or severities of medical conditions and the second category comprises negative medical condition interactions.	12-25-2008

Mark W. Newton, Holland, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100073480	BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD USING PREEXISTING VEHICULAR IMAGING DEVICES - A vehicular blind spot detection system (	03-25-2010
20100201896	VEHICULAR REARVIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY INCLUDING INTEGRATED BACKLIGHTING FOR A LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD) - A vehicular rearview mirror assembly (	08-12-2010

Michael A. Newton, Madison, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090104611	METHODS OF WHOLE GENOME ANALYSIS - Methods are provided for ascertaining the sequence of a genomic DNA sample by nicking the DNA sample with a restriction nicking enzyme, followed by nick translation with labeled nucleotides, such that the labeled nucleotides can be quantified and compared to a known, reference genome.	04-23-2009
20090136486	Biomarkers for human papilloma virus-associated cancer - Cervical cancer cells and HPV	05-28-2009
20110301059	Biomarkers For Human Papilloma Virus-Associated Cancers - Cervical cancer cells and HPV	12-08-2011

Michael Abbott Newton, Madison, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090099034	Reagents and Methods for miRNA Expression Analysis and Identification of Cancer Biomarkers - This invention provides methods for amplifying, detecting, measuring, and identifying miRNAs from biological samples, particularly limited amounts of a biological sample. miRNAs that are differentially expressed in tumor samples and normal tissues are useful as cancer biomarkers for cancer diagnostics.	04-16-2009

Michael M. Newton, Dardenne Prairie, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090078089	SEAL REMOVAL APPARATUS - One embodiment of a seal removal tool may include a handle, a seal grasping member, and a biasing member. The handle may have an end with a curved surface to roll back a seal. The seal grasping member may be adapted to move from an open extended position into a closed position in order to grasp and secure a seal. The biasing member may bias the seal grasping member towards the closed position.	03-26-2009

Nicol Nuku Newton, Salt Lake City, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110303605	Electrobiochemical Reactor - A method for removing a target compound from a liquid can include arranging two active surfaces so as to be separated by a distance. The active surfaces can be placed within a flow of the liquid and can be capable of supporting an electrical charge, biological growth, and/or enzymes and proteins. The method can further include developing a population of microorganisms concentrated on the active surfaces where the population of microorganisms is configured to or capable of transformation of the target compounds. The method can further include developing enzymes or proteins concentrated on the active surfaces where the enzymes or proteins are configured to or capable of transformation of the target compounds. The method can further include applying a potential difference between the two active surfaces. The microorganisms and the potential difference can be sufficient in combination and/or with specific nutrients to remove the target compound from the liquid and maintain the population of microorganisms. The enzymes and proteins and the potential difference can be sufficient in combination to remove the target compound from the liquid.	12-15-2011

Rex R. Newton, Tucson, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130019180	LOG COLLECTOR IN A DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING SYSTEMAANM Kimbuende; Gerard N.AACI AtlantaAAST GAAACO USAAGP Kimbuende; Gerard N. Atlanta GA USAANM Newton; Rex R.AACI TucsonAAST AZAACO USAAGP Newton; Rex R. Tucson AZ USAANM Scott; Joseph A.AACI TucsonAAST AZAACO USAAGP Scott; Joseph A. Tucson AZ US - In one aspect of the present description, in response to receiving a request from a system administrator or other user of a distributed computing system for a log report generated by the system, the system can remotely access various nodes of the system and obtain the log reports at those nodes in response to that user request. In the illustrated embodiment, such remote access and log retrieval may be undertaken whether or not the system administrator is logged into any of the reporting nodes or has direct access to the reporting nodes. As a result, obtaining pertinent log reports from various nodes of the distributed computing system may be facilitated. Other features and aspects may be realized, depending upon the particular application.	01-17-2013

Richard E. Newton, White Lake, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140273786	VEHICLE DOOR CLOSURE CABIN PRESSURE RELIEF SYSTEM - An active pressure relief system for a vehicle cabin in response to a cabin-door closure. An air-extractor may be configured to open when a cabin-door is opened, and remain open until the last of a number of cabin-doors are closed. The air-extractor allows for the increased pressure resulting from the cabin-door closure to be equalized with the external environment through the air-extractor. After the last of a number of cabin-doors are closed, the air-extractor closes to inhibit noise and external elements from entering the cabin through the air-extractor.	09-18-2014

Robert J. Newton, Chesterfield, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100324770	TRAILER HITCH ALIGNMENT DEVICE AND METHOD - A method of assisting a driver in aligning a vehicle hitch with a trailer hitch and electronic trailer alignment system includes providing a stereoscopic-imaging system and positioning the imaging system at one of the vehicle hitch or the trailer hitch. The imaging system includes at least two image sensors. At least two different images of a surface at the other of the vehicle hitch or the trailer hitch are captured with the at least two image sensors. Position data is captured from the at least two different images of the surface at the other of the vehicle hitch or the trailer hitch. The position data defines a position of the other of the vehicle hitch or the trailer hitch with respect to the one of the vehicle hitch or the trailer hitch. Steering data that will cause the vehicle hitch to approach the position of the trailer hitch is determined.	12-23-2010
20120013741	APPARATUS FOR USE IN ASSOCIATION WITH A VEHICLE - An apparatus for use in association with a vehicle having a windshield (	01-19-2012
20130076905	APPARATUS FOR USE IN ASSOCIATION WITH A VEHICLE - An apparatus for use in association with a vehicle having a windshield, includes a module and a camera assembly disposed in the module. The camera assembly includes an image sensor and a camera lens. The camera lens has a first end portion disposed adjacent to the image sensor and a second end portion spaced from the image sensor. A polarizer lens is disposed adjacent to the second end portion of the camera lens.	03-28-2013

Robert James Newton, Chesterfield, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120034857	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR USE IN A VEHICLE HVAC SYSTEM - A sensor module includes a housing. A heat source is located within the housing of the sensor module and a plurality of temperature sensors are mounted in housing of said sensor module. At least one temperature sensors is located adjacent to the heat source and at least one other temperature sensor is spaced from the heat source. A humidity sensor is located within the housing of the sensor module. A controller is connected to the plurality of temperature sensors and to the humidity sensor for determining at least one of relative humidity and temperature at the windscreen using a regression analysis and for providing a control signal indicative thereof.	02-09-2012

Robert K. Newton, Beloit, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090139411	Grill including automatic gap calibration - A grill includes a lower platen assembly having a lower grilling surface and a pivotally attached upper platen assembly having an upper grilling surface. The upper platen assembly includes three motors encased in a shell. A cable attached to each motor suspends the upper grilling surface. The grill is automatically calibrated to ensure that the upper grilling surface is level. Each motor independently and sequentially raises the upper grilling surface from the lower grilling surface. When the upper grilling surface lifts from the lower grilling surface, the current in the motor changes. The settings of each motor at this instant are stored in a control to determine the calibration point when the upper grilling surface is level. The grill also automatically recognizes a food item placed on the lower grilling surface to determine the cooking parameters of the grill.	06-04-2009
20110088869	HEAT TREATING A DAIRY PRODUCT USING A HEAT PUMP - A method for heating and cooling a consumable product disposed in a product container includes the steps of: (i) heating the consumable product to a first temperature by transferring heat from ambient air to refrigerant through a liquid-to-air heat exchanger; and (ii) heating the consumable product to a second temperature without transferring heat from the ambient air to the refrigerant through the liquid-to-air heat exchanger; wherein the second temperature is greater than the first temperature.	04-21-2011
20110114664	Dispenser with Aligned Spinner Motor and Valve Assembly for Dispensing Flowable Product - A dispenser (	05-19-2011
20110120163	Semi-Frozen Product Dispenser - A semi-frozen product dispenser (	05-26-2011
20120104046	SEMI-FROZEN PRODUCT DISPENSING APPARATUS - A dispensing apparatus is provided for dispensing a semi-frozen product, such as a semi-frozen comestible or a semi-frozen drink. The dispensing apparatus has at least one freezing barrel defining a freezing chamber. The freezing barrel includes a longitudinally extending inner cylinder and an evaporator disposed about at least a portion of an outer surface of said inner cylinder. The evaporator includes a plurality of channels disposed about the outer surface of the inner cylinder. Each channel defines a heat exchange fluid flow passage through which refrigerant may pass in heat exchange relationship with product in the freezing chamber.	05-03-2012
20130068331	Soft-Serve Confection Valve - A valve assembly for dispensing a confectionary product has an inlet (	03-21-2013
20130071534	Grill with Upper Platen Position and Pressure Control - An improved grill with an upper platen position and a pressure control is disclosed. The grill may include a lower platen assembly having a lower grilling plate, and an upper platen assembly movably connected to the lower platen assembly. The upper platen assembly may include an upper grilling plate operatively connected to a manipulator capable of applying positive pressure on and adjusting position of the upper grilling plate. Methods of using the grill to cook food items are also disclosed.	03-21-2013
20140096542	System Using Refrigeration System Waste Heat - A system using waste heat of a refrigeration unit to heat a food product, having a heating loop connected to a refrigeration unit between the compressor and the condenser, and configured to allow refrigerant to enter the heating loop to transfer heat to a food product.	04-10-2014
20140305618	Heat Exchanger And Method Of Making Thereof - A heat exchanger includes an inner tube extending longitudinally along a central axis and having an inner surface bounding a product chamber and an outer surface having a plurality of channels disposed at circumferentially spaced intervals in alternating relationship with a plurality of fins about the circumference of the outer surface of the inner tube; and a longitudinally extending outer tube disposed coaxially about and circumscribing the inner tube in radially spaced relationship, the outer tube having an inner surface contacting the plurality of fins of the inner cylinder, the outer surface being welded to the fins at a plurality of weld locations.	10-16-2014
20140367424	Dual Valve Injector Assembly For Dispensing A Food Product - A dual valve injector assembly having a base; a passageway in the base for receiving a food product; a first draw valve in communication with the passageway and a first spout, the first spout dispensing the food product at a first draw rate; and a second draw valve in communication with the passageway and a second spout, the second spout dispensing the food product at a second draw rate; wherein the second draw rate is lower than the first draw rate.	12-18-2014

Robert Nelson Newton, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120084152	Offer Message Flow System - Database creation, maintenance, and use with related components, including but not limited to one or more computer programs, enable a message originator to identify cellular telephone subscribers who are associated with a particular linking entity, and to then transmit messages to subscribers via their cellular telephones according to individualized input settings received from particular subscribers.	04-05-2012

Roger Schofield Newton, Ann Arbor, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090118317	Statin-Carboxyalkylether Combinations - The invention is a pharmaceutical composition comprising a carboxyalkylether which lowers triglycerides and elevated HDL, and a statin which inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, thereby reducing LDL, said composition being useful for treating vascular diseases.	05-07-2009
20140012042	Calcium Dicarboxylate Ethers - The invention is a pharmaceutical composition comprising a carboxyalkylether which lowers triglycerides and elevated HDL, and a statin which inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, thereby reducing LDL, said composition being useful for treating vascular diseases.	01-09-2014

Ronald Newton, Carson City, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080208188	Probes For Electrical Current Therapy of Tissue, and Methods of Using Same - Disclosed herein are probes for use in delivering electrical current therapy to a target tissue. In specifically exemplified embodiments, the probes comprise a base comprised of a degradable material so as to prevent the potentially dangerous reuse of the probes. Also disclosed is a surgical tool for use in rectal examination and surgical removal of hemorrhoid tissue. The tool includes an anoscope having a somewhat conical shape wherein the proximal end is larger in diameter than the distal end. The anoscope has a first slot near the proximal end and a second slot near the distal end. An obturator is included that also has a somewhat conical shape. The obturator is smaller in diameter than the anoscope so that it will easily fit within the anoscope. A cylindrical shaped light cover is included as well, which is adapted to engage the first slot of the anoscope. The light cover further includes a receptacle and a lens in its distal end which receives a light.	08-28-2008

Ronald Albert Newton, Richmond Hill, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120256768	SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING A MULTI-VIEW DISPLAY - Embodiments of the invention relate to a vehicle instrumentation systems and display systems employing multi-view displays in various land, water, air, and/or space vehicles. In one embodiment of the invention, an aircraft instrumentation system for a flight deck instrument panel includes at least one multi-view display configured to display at least two views, associating one view with a first crew member and the other view with a second crew member. In another embodiment of the invention, a standby instrument may be displayed on each of two multi-view displays such that a standby instrument is visible to each crew member at all times during aircraft operation.	10-11-2012

Roy Newton, Black Hawk, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140330459	OPTICAL PARTICLE DETECTOR - An optical device mounted on the interior of an aircraft for distinguishing the morphology of individual atmospheric particles, identifying them as water droplets, ice crystals, dust particles or volcanic ash, including a source of collimated, polarized light and providing this information to the flight crew to assist them in making informed decisions on conditions that might impact aircraft performance.	11-06-2014

Timothy Newton, Bridgeport, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090218166	SCAFFOLD AUXILIARY SHELF - An auxiliary shelf attachment for mobile scaffolds having a platform member and at least two vertically extending posts with multiple axially spaced apertures includes a substantially planar shelf member having a proximal edge, two side edges, and a distal edge adjacent which two legs are hingedly secured. Also included are attachment rods or hooks disposed adjacent corners of each of the two side edges and the proximal edge for removable attachment of the planar shelf member to two of the elongated posts.	09-03-2009

Tygh J. Newton, Sherwood, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110175971	ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED INKJET EJECTOR AND METHOD FOR MAKING AN ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED INKJET EJECTOR - An inkjet ejector provides electrical conductors for grounding electrically isolated layers in the ejector while electrically coupling a transducer of the ejector to a firing signal circuit. The inkjet ejector includes a diaphragm plate have a first side and a second side, a plurality of transducers mounted to the first side of the diaphragm plate, a polymer layer located on the second side of the diaphragm plate, an electrically conductive layer that is isolated from electrical ground by the polymer layer, and a plurality of electrical conductors, at least one of the electrical conductors extends from the electrically conductive layer to electrical ground through the polymer layer and other electrical conductors of the plurality of electrical conductors extend from each transducer to a firing signal circuit, the electrical conductor extending from the electrically conductive layer being the same material as the other electrical conductors in the plurality of electrical conductors.	07-21-2011
20140253637	LAMINATION PROCESSES - A process where there is deposited on a supporting substrate at least one first polymer layer and optionally at least one second polymer layer followed by treating the resulting formed layers or laminate with a laser.	09-11-2014

William Newton, Louisville, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110148199	APPLIANCE DEMAND RESPONSE RANDOMIZATION AFTER DEMAND RESPONSE EVENT - An energy management system and method for one or more appliances includes a controller for managing power consumption within a household. The controller is configured to receive and process a signal indicative of one or more energy parameters of an associated energy supplying utility, including at least a peak demand period or an off-peak demand period. The controller is configured to at least one of communicate to, control and operate one or more appliances in one of a plurality of operating modes, including at least a normal operating mode and an energy savings mode in response to the received signal. The one or more appliances operate in the normal operating mode during the off-peak demand period and operate in the energy savings mode during the peak demand period. The controller is configured to control the return of the one or more appliances to the normal operating mode after the peak demand period is over to prevent an energy surge for the associated energy supplying utility.	06-23-2011

William Newton, Brooks, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080248738	FLOW CONTROLLING ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A flow controlling assembly configured to permit air flow between a first chamber and a second chamber. A frame member includes a damper contacting surface at least partially surrounding a frame opening configured to permit the air flow therethrough. A damper plate includes a frame contacting surface configured to contact the damper contacting surface when the damper plate is in a closed position. A hinge assembly is disposed between the frame member and the damper plate. The hinge assembly is configured to permit the damper plate to rotate on a rotational axis relative to the frame member and to permit the rotational axis to translate relative to the frame member.	10-09-2008
20090235674	DEMAND DRIVEN ICE MODE SOFTWARE - This disclosure is related to software that responds to consumer usage patterns in order to create more ice. The developed software monitors ice dispenses rather they are crushed or cubed. When a threshold of the number of dispenses within the preset time period has been met, the freezer enters a high demand mode. During high demand mode, the freezer is commanded to run at a colder temperature for a preset period of time. The method described in this disclosure includes setting a threshold for the number of dispenses within a time interval and detecting the number of dispenses that are related to a trigger's activation. The method continues with sending a signal when the number of dispenses surpasses the threshold within the time interval and taking a corrective action that increases the production of ice when the signal is received.	09-24-2009
20100101254	ENERGY MANAGEMENT OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES - A refrigerator comprises a fresh food compartment and a freezer compartment and one or more power consuming features/functions including a refrigeration system for cooling the fresh food compartment and the freezer compartment. A controller is operatively connected to the one or more power consuming features/functions. The controller is configured to receive and process a signal indicative of current state of an associated energy supplying utility. The controller operates the refrigerator in one of plurality of operating modes, including at least a normal operating mode and an energy savings mode, in response to the received signal. The controller is configured to at least one of selectively schedule, delay, adjust and deactivate at least one of the one or more power consuming features/functions to reduce power consumption of the refrigerator in the energy savings mode.	04-29-2010
20110314842	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HARVESTING ICE IN AN ICE MAKER SYSTEM - Method and apparatus for ice maker systems are disclosed. One exemplary method comprises the steps of: heating an ice mold body to separate ice formed in the ice mold body from the ice mold body; releasing the separated ice from the ice mold body; and contacting at least a portion of the ice mold body with a heat transfer fluid to cool the ice mold body.	12-29-2011
20120023987	REFRIGERATION DEMAND RESPONSE RECOVERY - A refrigerator comprises a fresh food compartment and a freezer compartment and one or more power consuming features/functions including a refrigeration system for cooling the fresh food compartment and the freezer compartment. A controller is operatively connected to the one or more power consuming features/functions. The controller is configured to receive and process a signal indicative of current state of an associated energy supplying utility. The controller adjusts the temperature of the refrigerator and/or freezer from a normal setting to a higher point during an energy saving mode and then back to a normal temperature. The transition between low and high is controlled to reduce energy consumption.	02-02-2012
20130116829	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OVERRIDING DEMAND SYSTEM MANAGEMENT ENABLED FUNCTIONS - An energy management system for altering power consuming functions on an electrical device during specified periods of time, e.g., peak energy demand periods. The system includes an electrical device having one or more power consuming functions, a memory for storing power consuming function profiles corresponding to the one or more power consuming functions associated with the electrical device, and at least one processor. The at least one processor is programmed to access the power consuming function profiles associated with the electrical device, identify the one or more power consuming functions configured to be changed during a specified period of time, output the identified one or more power consuming functions, receive a request to not change at least one of the identified one or more power consuming functions, and prevent the requested one or more power consuming functions from being changed.	05-09-2013

William P. Newton, Griffin, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100023363	Logistics plannning in a business environment - A method for supply chain design may include identifying nodes, links connecting the nodes, and replenishment strategies for moving materials along the links, in a supply chain. The method may also include determining a value indicative of the complexity of the supply chain based on a characteristic of the nodes, links, and replenishment strategies. The method may also include identifying whether core competencies of the nodes are underutilized. The method may also include reducing the complexity of the supply chain to increase utilization of the core competencies of the nodes.	01-28-2010

William T. Newton, Old Hickory, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110038496	HEARING ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS THEREOF - A circuit includes a microphone circuit, an audio processing module, a digital audio processing module, and an active noise reduction (ANR) circuit. The microphone circuit receives acoustic vibrations and generates an audio signal therefrom. The audio processing module generates a representation of the audio signal. The digital audio processing module compensates the representation of the audio signal based on hearing compensation data to produce a hearing compensated audio signal. The ANR circuit receives the hearing compensated audio signal and an ANR signal. The ANR circuit further functions to adjust the hearing compensated audio signal based on the ANR signal to produce an output audio signal, wherein the ANR signal is generated based on the output audio signal.	02-17-2011

William Timothy Newton, Knoxville, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120186538	Roam safely dog leash - A leash is described allowing a handler to safely and comfortably lead a dog through normal surroundings and conditions requiring close control of the dog. The handler may keep undivided attention on the prevailing circumstances when acquiring and releasing close control of the dog. A short leash is placed so the handler can quickly slide a hand down a plastic coated steel cable to grasp the short leash handle without looking down or slowing pace. Elastic chord provides cushioning between handler and dog. Overall length of the leash is such that the dog will be prevented from being tangled with the leash. The leash can be carried in a pocket or purse due to its being light and compact.	07-26-2012