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Randal Arnold, Ankeny, IA US
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20160060713 | Systems and Methods for Genotyping Seed Components - The invention provides methods for obtaining genetic material from plant embryos while preserving their viability as well as methods for performing a molecular analysis of plant embryos, particularly with small quantities of genetic material. The methods may include the steps of collecting shed cellular material from one or more embryos; obtaining DNA from the shed cellular material; performing a molecular analysis of the DNA; and germinating at least one of said one or more embryos. A further extension of this method includes determining whether to germinate and grow the embryo or to discard the embryo based on its genotype as part of a breeding process. | 03-03-2016 |
20160060714 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENOTYPING SEED COMPONENTS - The invention provides methods for obtaining genetic material from plant embryos while preserving their viability as well as methods for performing a molecular analysis of plant embryos, particularly with small quantities of genetic material. The methods may include the steps of collecting shed cellular material from one or more plant embryos; obtaining DNA from the shed cellular material; performing a molecular analysis of the DNA; and germinating at least one of said one or more plant embryos. A further extension of this method includes determining whether to germinate and grow the embryo or to discard the embryo based on its genotype as part of a breeding process. Also provided are methods of genotyping embryos using embryo shed cellular material contained in or on agar and methods of analyzing plant embryonic tissue derived from microspores. | 03-03-2016 |
20160060715 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENOTYPING SEED COMPONENTS - The invention provides methods for obtaining genetic material from plant embryos while preserving their viability as well as methods for performing a molecular analysis of plant embryos, particularly with small quantities of genetic material. The methods may include the steps of collecting shed cellular material from one or more plant embryos; obtaining DNA from the shed cellular material; performing a molecular analysis of the DNA; and germinating at least one of said one or more plant embryos. A further extension of this method includes determining whether to germinate and grow the embryo or to discard the embryo based on its genotype as part of a breeding process. Also provided are methods of genotyping embryos using embryo shed cellular material contained in or on agar and methods of analyzing plant embryonic tissue derived from microspores. | 03-03-2016 |
Randal Barrett, Central Point, OR US
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20150020819 | SMOKING APPARATUSES WITH AN INTEGRATED FILTER HOLDER - A smoking apparatus including a substantially hollow stem defining a bore having a bore diameter, the hollow stem including a first end, a second end disposed opposite the first end. A bowl is situated proximate the first end of the hollow stem and is configured to receive smoking product. The smoking apparatus includes a filter holder comprising a filter stop, a retainer lip, and a filter region. The filter stop is disposed between the first and second ends. The retainer lip is defined by the second end of the hollow stem, projects into the hollow stem, and defines a retainer lip opening providing space for fluid communication through the retainer lip. The filter region is disposed between the retainer lip and the filter stop. In some examples, the smoking apparatus includes a filter tool to help extract a compressible filter from the filter holder. | 01-22-2015 |
Randal Barrett, Trail, OR US
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20140158143 | SMOKING APPARATUSES WITH INTEGRATED RETAINER FOR RETAINING A FLEXIBLE SCREEN - A smoking apparatus for a smoking product, comprising: a substantially hollow stem defining a bore having a bore diameter, a bowl proximate the first end of the hollow stem, the bowl. having an open end configured to receive the smoking product therethrough and a bottom end opposite the open end, the bowl further including: a screen retention area defined by the contour of the inner wall and disposed opposite the open end of the bowl and configured to selectively retain a flexible screen, the screen retention area further including: a screen retainer disposed proximal the bottom end of the bowl, and a lateral boundary region disposed adjacent the screen retainer and configured to receive a circumferential edge of a flexible screen, and a shoulder support disposed adjacent the lateral boundary region and protruding inwardly into the bore diameter of the bowl to support the flexible screen opposite the screen retainer. In some examples, the smoking apparatus includes a hollow stem that terminates with an arcuate bend. | 06-12-2014 |
Randal Biederstedt, Indianapolis, IN US
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20130242719 | Method and Apparatus for Backup Communication Services - A method and apparatus is disclosed for backup communication services. An apparatus that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a wireless interface having a detection module to detect an interruption in a portion of communication services supplied to a plurality of residences by a central office over communication lines coupled to a cross-connect operating in a service area interface (SAI), and a controller module to direct a wireless transceiver to establish communications with a wireless station in response to the interruption, and to direct the cross-connect to provide communication services to a portion of the plurality of residences affected by the interruption by way of the wireless transceiver. Additional embodiments are disclosed. | 09-19-2013 |
Randal Buddington, Memphis, TN US
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20160021919 | METHODS OF STIMULATING INFANT LUNG AND GUT MATURATION - A method of enhancing maturation of a lung, gut, or both in an infant. The method includes the step of administering to the infant a nutritional composition including from about 3 weight % phospholipids to about 20 weight % phospholipids, based on total fat of the nutritional composition. | 01-28-2016 |
20160029681 | METHOD OF ENHANCING BIOAVAILABILITY OF DHA AND OTHER LIPID-SOLUBLE NUTRIENTS - A method of enhancing the bioavailability of a lipid-soluble nutrient, such as DHA, arachidonic acid, tocopherol, and carotenoids, in a newborn or preterm infant is disclosed. In this method, the lipid-soluble nutrient is administered in a nutritional product (such as an infant formula) to a preterm or newborn infant. The nutritional product comprises (a) an effective amount of the lipid-soluble nutrient; and (b) a fatty component comprising a combination of: (i) at least 6 g/l predigested fat, wherein the predigested fat includes at least one of: monoglycerides, free fatty acids, or a combination of monoglycerides and free fatty acids, and (ii) at least 1.44 g/l phospholipid. A method of enhancing cognition in newborn or preterm infants utilizing the nutritional product is also disclosed. | 02-04-2016 |
Randal Byrn, Wayland, MA US
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20110229874 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS USEFUL FOR HCV INFECTION - The present invention provides compositions comprising cells that can effectively produce HCV after HCV infection, compositions for culturing the cells, methods for making the composition and methods for infecting the cells in the composition with HCV. The present invention also provides methods for assaying HCV production and methods for evaluating compounds that affect the production of HCV. | 09-22-2011 |
20120171245 | INHIBITORS OF INFLUENZA VIRUSES REPLICATION - Methods of inhibiting the replication of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, of reducing the amount of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, and of treating influenza in a patient, comprises administering to said biological sample or patient an effective amount of a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): | 07-05-2012 |
20130071834 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS USEFUL FOR HCV INFECTION - The present invention provides compositions comprising cells that can effectively produce HCV after HCV infection, compositions for culturing the cells, methods for making the composition and methods for infecting the cells in the composition with HCV. The present invention also provides methods for assaying HCV production and methods for evaluating compounds that affect the production of HCV. | 03-21-2013 |
20140142119 | INHIBITORS OF INFLUENZA VIRUSES REPLICATION - Methods of inhibiting the replication of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, of reducing the amount of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, and of treating influenza in a patient, comprises administering to said biological sample or patient an effective amount of a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): | 05-22-2014 |
20140296201 | INHIBITORS OF INFLUENZA VIRUSES REPLICATION - Methods of inhibiting the replication of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, of reducing the amount of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, and of treating influenza in a patient, comprises administering to said biological sample or patient an effective amount of a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): | 10-02-2014 |
Randal Easterwood, Gilbert, AZ US
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20120061363 | WELDING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A welding system is provided for welding a first work piece to a second work piece at a joint having a weld face and a root face. The welding system includes a weld face sensor configured to determine first joint characteristics at the weld face; a root face sensor configured to determine second joint characteristics at the root face; a controller coupled to the weld face sensor and the root face sensor and configured to generate positioning signals based on the first joint characteristics and the second joint characteristics; and a welding gun coupled to the controller and positioned proximate to the weld face, the welding gun configured to generate a welding beam for welding the joint based on the positioning signals from the controller. | 03-15-2012 |
Randal Gieker, Vancouver, WA US
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20120175343 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ETCHING A WAFER EDGE - An apparatus and method for etching a portion of a wafer include a mount for holding a wafer having an edge, a front surface, a back surface and an axis perpendicular to the front and back surfaces. A frame is used to deliver an etchant to the wafer edge while the wafer is held with the wafer edge at a distance from the frame. A nonreactive fluid flow may be provided and directed along the front and back surfaces of the wafer edge to drive the etchant away from the front and back surfaces. The frame can be configured either to deliver the etchant in liquid form or to deliver the etchant in vapor form. The frame can include a plenum for directing the etchant in vapor form to the wafer edge within a receiving area of the plenum, or the frame can include a roller having a groove for receiving the wafer edge and for drawing the etchant in liquid form to the wafer edge. | 07-12-2012 |
Randal Gruberman, Aurora, IL US
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20140329518 | System and Method for Remotely Controlling Features of Wireless Mobile Devices - Systems and methods of controlling features of a wireless mobile device are provided. The method includes receiving a signal, the signal including a MAC OUI and serial number carried therein, determining if the features of the wireless mobile device are in a correct state in accordance with the MAC OUI and serial number, and when the features of the wireless mobile device are not in the correct state, modifying at least one feature of the wireless mobile device in accordance with the MAC OUI and serial number. | 11-06-2014 |
20150156309 | System and Method for Remotely Controlling Features of Wireless Mobile Devices - Systems and methods of controlling features of a wireless mobile device are provided. The method includes a portable device, the portable device further includes a plurality of separate programs saved in memory, each of the plurality of programs is independently identified by a respective one or more bits of an identifier sequence, a wireless transceiver of the portable device that monitors a predetermined wireless spectrum and detects a beacon, a processor that decodes the detected beacon for an identifier including a sequence of bits, a processor that correlates a content of the identifier with at least one of the plurality of programs by matching the one or more bits of the identifier sequence of the one program with a content and location of one or bits of the identifier and a processor executing the one program. | 06-04-2015 |
Randal Hill, The Woodlands, TX US
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20140262274 | OXIDATIVE BREAKERS IN A SILICONE BASED SUSPENSION - An oxidative breaker system for use in reducing the viscosity of a guar-based suspension includes a silicone oil carrier fluid, an oxidizer and a suspension aid. The suspension aid is preferably fumed silica. The oxidizer may be selected from the group consisting of alkali metal peroxide, transition metal peroxide, persulfate, bromide and bromate. In highly preferred embodiments, the oxidizer is magnesium peroxide or calcium peroxide. Also disclosed is a method for breaking a guar-based suspension with the inventive oxidative breaker system. | 09-18-2014 |
20140274822 | OXIDATIVE BREAKERS IN A SILICONE BASED SUSPENSION - An oxidative breaker system for use in reducing the viscosity of a polysaccharide-based or derivatized polysaccharide-based suspension includes a silicone carrier fluid, an oxidizer, and a suspension aid. The suspension aid is preferably fumed silica. The oxidizer may be selected from the group consisting of alkali metal peroxide, transition metal peroxide, persulfate compound, bromide compound, and bromate compound. In highly preferred embodiments, the oxidizer is magnesium peroxide or calcium peroxide. Alternative carrier fluids and suspension agents are also included in the art. Also disclosed is a method for breaking a polysaccharide-based suspension with the inventive oxidative breaker system. | 09-18-2014 |
Randal Huszczo, Brantford CA
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20120000866 | Glass Storage and Transport Rack with Pivoting Arms - The present invention is operable to store or transport one or more sheets of any material, including fragile materials. The present invention may be utilized to store or transport a wide variety of materials including, panes of glass, laminated glass, insulated glass, plastic sheets, or any other rigid panels of any material. The transport rack includes slots wherein one or more glass panes may be loaded and supported. One or more rotatable gripping arms may be utilized to support the one or more panes of glass positioned within the slots. Cushioning material may cover or coat the supporting members and/or gripping arm. One or more glass panes positioned in the transport rack may be protected from breakage during storage or transport. | 01-05-2012 |
Randal Jordheim, Dublin, CA US
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20120046570 | Methods and devices for real time monitoring of collagen content and for altering collagen status - The present invention comprises methods and systems/devices for non-invasively measuring and/or altering collagen structures before, during and after treatment, e.g., by the application of RF energy, of tissues that comprise such collagen structures. | 02-23-2012 |
20140073901 | Methods and Devices for Real Time Monitoring of Collagen Content and for Altering Collagen Status - The present invention comprises methods and systems/devices for non-invasively measuring and/or altering collagen structures before, during and after treatment, e.g., by the application of RF energy, of tissues that comprise such collagen structures. | 03-13-2014 |
Randal Leistikow, San Jose, CA US
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20150120308 | Computationally-Assisted Musical Sequencing and/or Composition Techniques for Social Music Challenge or Competition - An application that manipulates audio (or audiovisual) content, automated music creation technologies may be employed to generate new musical content using digital signal processing software hosted on handheld and/or server (or cloud-based) compute platforms to intelligently process and combine a set of audio content captured and submitted by users of modern mobile phones or other handheld compute platforms. The user-submitted recordings may contain speech, singing, musical instruments, or a wide variety of other sound sources, and the recordings may optionally be preprocessed by the handheld devices prior to submission. | 04-30-2015 |
Randal Passint, Chippewa Falls, WI US
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20130212339 | Data Coherence Method and Apparatus for Multi-Node Computer System - A method for maintaining data coherency in a shared-memory computer system having a plurality of nodes divides the local memory of a given node into one or more blocks and stores a data record for each block indicating a plurality of node groups and a selection of the node groups. Each selected node group represents a number of nodes, and selected node groups represent at least one node that has requested access to the block. In response to receiving an access request from a requesting node that may or may not be in a selected node group, the method and system update the data record to indicate the correct selection. If the requesting node is not in any node group, the data record is adjusted to have new node groups, one of which represents the requesting node. | 08-15-2013 |
Randal Perisho, Jenks, OK US
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20150256043 | Systems and Methods for Preventing Rotation of Rotor Bearings in a Stator - Systems and methods for preventing rotation of rotor bearings in electric motors which enable retrofitting of conventionally designed bearings to use spring-loaded keys instead of elastomeric T-rings to prevent rotation while allowing axial movement of the bearings within a stator bore. An elongated, curved spring arm is positioned in the nesting groove at the outer periphery of the bearing. One end of the spring may be secured to the bearing by positioning an S-shaped bend in the spring arm through a hole in the floor of the nesting groove. A key at the opposite end of the spring arm is urged radially outward by the spring arm. The key may be positioned in a slot in the outer portion of the bearing, and the spring arm may be retained in the groove by a retaining pin installed in the groove. | 09-10-2015 |
Randal Peterson, Peoria, IL US
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20140060030 | HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATOR HEALTH MONITOR - A system and method to diagnose the operational health of a hydraulic accumulator are provided. The system can include a hydraulic accumulator selectively coupled to a hydraulic actuator, such as a swing motor. The accumulator can be charged by movement of the actuator. A pressure sensor can be associated with the accumulator to determine an accumulator pressure. A controller can be connected to the pressure sensor. The controller can determine a charge curve based on a relationship between an actuator operational parameter associated with the actuator movement and the accumulator pressure. The controller can compare the charge curve to a previously defined charge curve or range to determine an error between the charge curve and the previously defined charge curve or range. The degree of the error can be associated with the operational health of the accumulator, and if too large, the operator may be notified of the status. | 03-06-2014 |
20150300384 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM HAVING ENERGY RECOVERY - A hydraulic system for a machine is disclosed. The system may have a pump and a motor driven by pressurized fluid from the pump. An accumulator is configured to receive fluid discharged from the motor and to discharge fluid to the motor. The system may include a first valve to selectively communicate the higher pressure of conduits coupled between the pump and motor to the accumulator. A second valve and a third valve can be used to facilitate charging and discharging of the accumulator. The system may include a controller configured to implement a plurality of modes of operation, which each mode of operation may include a different combination of motor deceleration and motor acceleration segments during which the accumulator receives and discharges fluid, respectively. An input may be used to determine the segment of the work cycle. | 10-22-2015 |
Randal Schatzman, Redmond, WA US
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20140206039 | METHODS OF SYNTHESIZING HETEROMULTIMERIC POLYPEPTIDES IN YEAST USING A HAPLOID MATING STRATEGY - Methods are provided for the synthesis and secretion of recombinant hetero-multimeric proteins in mating competent yeast. A first expression vector is transformed into a first haploid cell; and a second expression vector is transformed into a second haploid cell. The transformed haploid cells, each individually synthesizing a non-identical polypeptide, are identified and then genetically crossed or fused. The resulting diploid strains are utilized to produce and secrete fully assembled and biologically functional hetero-multimeric protein. | 07-24-2014 |
Randal Schulhauser, Phoenix, AZ US
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20150151049 | ON-BODY INJECTOR AND METHOD OF USE - An on-body injector and method of use including an on-body injector for use with an injection device. The on-body injector includes a bolus reservoir; a bolus injection needle in fluid communication with the bolus reservoir, the bolus injection needle having a bolus injection needle tip aligned with the injection port, the bolus injection needle being slideably biased away from the injection port to define a gap between the bolus injection needle tip and the injection port; and a button operably connected to the bolus injection needle to slide the bolus injection needle along the injection axis. The button is operable to advance the bolus injection needle tip to close the gap and advance the bolus injection needle tip into the injection port. The button is further operable to advance a plunger through the bolus reservoir to deliver a predetermined bolus volume to the patient through the injection flow path. | 06-04-2015 |
20160129178 | ON-BODY INJECTOR AND METHOD OF USE - An on-body injector and method of use including an on-body injector for use with an injection device. The on-body injector includes a bolus reservoir; a bolus injection needle in fluid communication with the bolus reservoir, the bolus injection needle having a bolus injection needle tip aligned with the injection port, the bolus injection needle being slideably biased away from the injection port to define a gap between the bolus injection needle tip and the injection port; and a button operably connected to the bolus injection needle to slide the bolus injection needle along the injection axis. The button is operable to advance the bolus injection needle tip to close the gap and advance the bolus injection needle tip into the injection port. The button is further operable to advance a plunger through the bolus reservoir to deliver a predetermined bolus volume to the patient through the injection flow path. | 05-12-2016 |
20160129203 | ON-BODY INJECTOR AND METHOD OF USE - An on-body injector and method of use including an on-body injector for use with an injection device. The on-body injector includes a bolus reservoir; a bolus injection needle in fluid communication with the bolus reservoir, the bolus injection needle having a bolus injection needle tip aligned with the injection port, the bolus injection needle being slideably biased away from the injection port to define a gap between the bolus injection needle tip and the injection port; and a button operably connected to the bolus injection needle to slide the bolus injection needle along the injection axis. The button is operable to advance the bolus injection needle tip to close the gap and advance the bolus injection needle tip into the injection port. The button is further operable to advance a plunger through the bolus reservoir to deliver a predetermined bolus volume to the patient through the injection flow path. | 05-12-2016 |
Randal Toltzman, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20090002932 | Portable inclinating desk for notebook computers - A portable desk for use in home and office environments for comfortably and conveniently supporting a portable computer or other electronic device on the lap or knees of a user. The desk has an upper surface on which the computer rests. The desk is supported on the user's lap by a flexible, bowable support member which is repositionable, thus allowing the user to change the inclination of the desk in order to adjust the viewing angle of the computer screen. A flexible tray for an accessory such as a mouse may be inserted in a slot at either side of the desktop. The tray may be reversibly inserted with a smooth, planar surface or a textured, frictional surface disposed facing upwardly. Ventilation is provided through a transversely recessed convex channel in the upper surface and may also include a small, USB-powered fan to increase heat dissipation. Cable management features may also be provided. | 01-01-2009 |
Randal Tomich, South Australia AU
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20110010314 | CULTIVATION SYSTEM AND A SUBSOIL TOOL - A method and system of tillage and tillage management that includes the steps of establishing a plurality of soil profiles over an area of soil to be cultivated, creating soil map database by combining these soil profiles to establish a treatment and cultivation regime, cultivating the ground in accordance regime and recording the cultivation in the soil map database. A subsoil tool for carrying out the method and system, with a shank ( | 01-13-2011 |
Randal Wong, Camarillo, CA US
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20120141184 | PRINTER WITH PRINTHEAD ASSEMBLY, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, AND PRINTER RIBBON TRANSPORT ASSEMBLY - A printer may include a printhead assembly a clutch assembly, and/or a printer ribbon transport assembly. The printhead assembly may include a printhead biasing assembly defining a biasing ramp which may be configured to apply a biasing force to a printhead support bracket so as to at least partially counteract a ribbon force. The clutch assembly may be configured to supply or take-up a printer ribbon with first and second spool engagement members of different diameters that frictionally engage first and second friction members. The printer ribbon transport assembly may include a rotation lock mechanism configured to prevent rotation of a ribbon take-up core when the take-up core is disengaged from a drive assembly so as to prevent a loss in ribbon tension. | 06-07-2012 |
20150151538 | PRINTER WITH PRINTHEAD ASSEMBLY, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, AND PRINTER RIBBON TRANSPORT ASSEMBLY - A printer may include a printhead assembly a clutch assembly, and/or a printer ribbon transport assembly. The printhead assembly may include a printhead biasing assembly defining a biasing ramp which may be configured to apply a biasing force to a printhead support bracket so as to at least partially counteract a ribbon force. The clutch assembly may be configured to supply or take-up a printer ribbon with first and second spool engagement members of different diameters that frictionally engage first and second friction members. The printer ribbon transport assembly may include a rotation lock mechanism configured to prevent rotation of a ribbon take-up core when the take-up core is disengaged from a drive assembly so as to prevent a loss in ribbon tension. | 06-04-2015 |
20160059596 | PRINTER WITH PRINTHEAD ASSEMBLY, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, AND PRINTER RIBBON TRANSPORT ASSEMBLY - A printer may include a printhead assembly, a clutch assembly, and/or a printer ribbon transport assembly. An example clutch assembly includes a first spool engagement member defining a first friction torque; a first friction member configured to frictionally engage the first spool engagement member; a second spool engagement member defining a second friction torque that is larger than the first fiction torque; and a second friction member configured to frictionally engage the second spool engagement member. | 03-03-2016 |
Randal Wong, Agoura Hills, CA US
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20160129716 | ENHANCED RIBBON LOADING AND UNLOADING FEATURES - A device for processing media may include a system and method for loading and unloading consumable supplies of a printer, and more particularly, a system and method for providing a compact form factor printer which provides convenient access to the replaceable components of the printer. A printer may include a base and a lid hingedly attached to the base, moveable between a closed position in which the lid is secured to the base, and an open position. A cavity may be defined between the lid and the base, where the cavity is inaccessible when the lid is in the closed position and the cavity is accessible when the lid is in the open position. The printer may include a ribbon positioning assembly disposed within the cavity. | 05-12-2016 |