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Aaron M. Simmons, Boulder, CO US
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20140067367 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR READING FLUENCY TRAINING - A non-transitory processor-readable medium stores code representing instructions to be executed by a processor. The code causes the processor to receive a request from a user of a client device to initiate a speech recognition engine for a web page displayed at the client device. In response to the request, the code causes the processor to (1) download, from a server associated with a first party, the speech recognition engine into the client device; and then (2) analyze, using the speech recognition engine, content of the web page including text in an identified language to produce analyzed content based on the identified language, where the content of the web page is received from a server associated with a second party. The code further causes the processor to send a signal to cause the client device to present the analyzed content to the user at the client device. | 03-06-2014 |
Alyssa Ashley Simmons, Hobart, IN US
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20150230556 | Foot habiliment with easily interchangeable outer - A foot habiliment | 08-20-2015 |
Bonnie G. Simmons, Concord, NH US
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20150338561 | LIGHT EMISSION REDUCING FILM FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A shield for a device is provided. In one embodiment, the shield for a device comprises a polymer substrate. The shield may also comprise an absorbing agent dispersed within the polymer substrate. The shield may also reduce a transmissivity of an ultraviolet range of light by at least 90%, wherein the ultraviolet range of light comprises a range between 380 and 400 nanometers, and wherein the shield also reduces a transmissivity of a high energy visible light range by at least 10%, wherein the high energy visible light range comprises a range between 415 and 555 nanometers, and wherein the shield also reduces a transmissivity of a red light range by at least 10%, wherein the red light range comprises a range between 625 and 740 nanometers. Additionally, the shield may also be configured to transmit sufficient light generated by the device such that an image generated by the device is substantially unaltered by the shield. | 11-26-2015 |
Brandon Simmons, Columbus, IN US
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20150027553 | Urea Injection Systems Valves - Apparatuses and methods for urea dosing of an exhaust after treatment system are disclosed. Exemplary apparatuses include a chamber configured to receive pressurized gas at a first inlet, receive urea solution at a second inlet, and provide a combined flow of pressurized gas and urea to an outlet, a flow passage extending from the first inlet to a seating surface, and a valve member configured to move between an open position in which the valve member is spaced apart from the seating surface and a closed position in which the valve member contacts the seating surface. As the valve member moves from the open position to the closed position the valve member contacts the seating surface at a first location and wipes an area of the seating surface extending from the first location in a direction toward the flow passage. | 01-29-2015 |
Carl R. Simmons, Johnston, IA US
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20140275213 | Methods and Compositions for Plant Pest Control - The present invention comprises methods and compositions for controlling nematode parasitism in host plant. The present invention comprises novel polynucleotides and polypeptides encoded by such polynucleotides comprising one or more nucleic acid sequences disclosed herein having a nucleotide sequence comprising any one of SEQ ID NOs: 1-142, a fragment or variant thereof, or a complement thereof, or a polypeptide sequence comprising any one of SEQ ID NOs: 143-159, a fragment or variant thereof. | 09-18-2014 |
20160002648 | GENES FOR IMPROVING NUTRIENT UPTAKE AND ABIOTIC STRESS TOLERANCE IN PLANTS - The present disclosure provides methods to increase crop yield utilizing transgenic genes controlling plant growth and yield. The specific genes can be used to increase tissue growth and abiotic stress tolerance. Plants, plant progeny, seeds and tissues created by these methods are also described. Polynucleotides encoding the sequences are provided for expression in a plant of interest. Expression cassettes, plants, plant cells, plant parts and seeds comprising the sequences of the disclosure are further provided. In specific embodiments, the polynucleotide is operably linked to a constitutive promoter. | 01-07-2016 |
Carl Robert Simmons, Des Moines, IA US
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20150106972 | PLANT DEFENSE GENES AND PROTEINS AND METHODS OF USE - Methods and compositions for modulating development and defense responses are provided. Nucleotide sequences encoding plant defense proteins are provided. The sequences can be used in expression cassettes for modulating development, developmental pathways, and defense responses. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed are also provided. | 04-16-2015 |
Courtney Simmons, Los Angeles, CA US
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20160058096 | HEADSCARF WITH INTEGRATED HEADBAND - A headscarf with a medial headband that can be secured on a user's head in a variety of ways. The integrated headband allows for easy wearing, and prevents the headscarf from falling off the user's head. In addition to the headscarf being worn on one's head, it has a number of other useful applications. | 03-03-2016 |
Daniel Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20140132626 | CONTENT DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH FOLDING MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - A method of operation of a content delivery system includes: determining a display dimension for measuring a device interface of a device; generating segment surface areas based on the display dimension, the segment surface areas having segmentation measures; and generating a foldable surface area based on the segment surface areas, the foldable surface area having surface folds in alternating angles at the segmentation measures for displaying on the device. | 05-15-2014 |
Daniel William Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20140101523 | DISPLAY SYSTEM WITH CONTENT PRESENTATION MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - A method of operation of a display system includes: providing a format; displaying content with the format configured to display on a display interface; receiving input based on the content displayed with the format on the display interface; and receiving input based on the content displayed with the format on the display interface. | 04-10-2014 |
20140210708 | ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WITH DISPLAY MODE MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - An electronic system includes: a control unit configured to: detect a motion applied to a device with a display in a mode; select another mode of the display based on the device motion; and a user interface, coupled to the control unit, configured to apply a screen motion to the another mode of the display. | 07-31-2014 |
20140325437 | CONTENT DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH USER INTERFACE MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - A content delivery system includes: a background provider configured to provide a background interface; a pane provider module, coupled to the background provider module, configured to provide a pane interface having a non-horizontal slant side overlapping the background interface; and a menu provider module, coupled to the pane provider module, configured to provide a menu interface having a slant menu side overlapping the non-horizontal slant side of the pane interface creating a blade non-right angle for displaying on a device. | 10-30-2014 |
20140365671 | COMPUTING SYSTEM WITH CONTROL MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - An computing system includes: a communication unit configured to receive a discovery request, including a client presence factor, having a scan pattern for discovering a target device; a control unit, coupled to the communication unit, configured to: determine a target device coordinate based on the discovery request for identifying a client device relative to the target device, determine a device connectivity based on the target device coordinate, the client presence factor, or a combination thereof for establishing a backhaul communication between the client device and the target device, and a user interface, coupled to the control unit, configured to present a device information based on a trust level for displaying the device information of the client device having the device connectivity of connected with the target device. | 12-11-2014 |
20160072896 | COMPUTING SYSTEM WITH CONTROL MECHANISM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - An computing system includes: a storage unit including a memory configured to store a device interface; and a control unit including a processor, coupled to the storage unit, configured to: determine a communication frequency based on a discovery communication for identifying a target device, determine a channel type based on the communication frequency for establishing a backhaul communication to the target device, and determine the device interface to be displayed based on the channel type for controlling the target device for displaying on a client device. | 03-10-2016 |
Daryl Michael Simmons, East Lyme, CT US
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20140248347 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS OF N-METHYL-2-[3-((E)-2-PYRIDIN-2-YL-VINYL)-1H-INDAZOL-6-YLSULFANYL]-BENZAMI- DE - The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing axitinib, which is known as N-methyl-2-[3-((E)-2-pyridin-2-yl-vinyl)-1H-indazol-6-ylsulfanyl]-benzamide or 6-[2-(methylcarbamoyl)phenylsulfanyl]-3-E-[2-(pyridin-2-yl)ethenyl]indazole, or crystalline forms thereof, that protect axitinib from degradation, including photodegradation, as well as the therapeutic use of such compositions. The present invention also relates to novel photodegradants of axitinib. | 09-04-2014 |
David Peter Simmons, North Melbourne AU
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20120003214 | Binding Moieties Based On Shark IgNAR Domains - The present invention relates to immunoglobulin new antigen receptors (IgNARs) from fish and uses thereof. In particular, the present invention relates to modified IgNAR variable domains and to domains from members of the immunoglobulin superfamily that have been modified to include structural features derived from IgNAR variable domains. | 01-05-2012 |
David Peter Simmons, Victoria AU
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20090148438 | Binding Moieties Based on Shark Ignar Domains - The present invention relates to immunoglobulin new antigen receptors (IgNARs) from fish and uses thereof. In particular, the present invention relates to modified IgNAR variable domains and to domains from members of the immunoglobulin superfamily that have been modified to include structural features derived from IgNAR variable domains. | 06-11-2009 |
Dawn Simmons, Grass Valley, CA US
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20150135566 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL STAND ALONE POP UP ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A three dimensional stand alone pop up assembly and method for making the same, the assembly comprising outer structural wall panels connected with an internal support structure having a spreader, center support element and base components. The assembly moves between a first position, whereby the support structure is folded within the wall panels of the outer structure, and a second position whereby outer structural panels are unfolded into a three-dimensional stand-alone pop-up structure supported in the open position by the internal support structure. The assembly utilizes an internal support structure which folds internally and alleviates the need for an extended base or protruding member. The assembly accommodates a variety of lighting and sound features and can be configured in a variety of three dimensional stand alone pop up designs. | 05-21-2015 |
Dayton Simmons, Albany, NY US
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20130157157 | FUEL CELL-VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A method for operating a fuel cell system includes electrically coupling a fuel cell stack to an energy storage device and an electrical demand by a load device. A controller is coupled to the fuel cell stack, the energy storage device, and the load device via a communications connection. The controller obtains information relative to an operation of at least one of the fuel cell stack and the energy storage device and the controller controls an operation of the load device based on the information. | 06-20-2013 |
Gary Simmons, Pittsford, VT US
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20150316212 | COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS VEHICLE APPARATUS AND METHOD - Systems and methods for installing a compressed natural gas housing apparatus to a vehicle are disclosed. The housing apparatus is configured to be retrofitted to existing cab liners used on refuse vehicles. The complete installation of the housing apparatus and roof liner are disposed below the roofline of the refuse vehicle. The housing apparatus can be configured to contain a variable number of compressed natural gas tanks. The housing apparatus is installed such that the length of the gas pipeline and electrical wiring connected to the apparatus from the vehicle engine and controller is minimized. The location of housing apparatus provides the additional safety of minimizing the exposure of the gas tanks to falling debris or prevent possible contact with the compressed natural gas tanks being damaged as vehicle travels under bridges, other low objects, or contact in the event of a rollover accident. | 11-05-2015 |
Gary Simmons, Mardella AU
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20090025937 | System and Method to Facilitate Interventions from an Offshore Platform - A technique facilitates intervention operations in a plurality of wells from an offshore fixed platform. A jacking frame is movably mounted on the offshore fixed platform to provide access to selected wells of the plurality of wells. The jacking frame is coupled to a translation system that enables horizontal movement of the jacking frame along the offshore fixed platform to better position the jacking frame for intervention in desired wells. One or more jib cranes are mounted to the jacking frame to lift or deploy equipment with respect to selected wells. | 01-29-2009 |
Geoffrey Harold Simmons, Parkville, MO US
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20150066521 | EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT STATUS DISPLAY - Methods, computer systems, and computer-storage medium are provided for providing an emergency department centralized interactive display. A segmentable summary of patients within an ED allows a clinician to view a specific area within the ED or a summary of patients assigned to the clinician including unassigned patients sorted by acuity and length of stay. A throughput summary for a patient indicates throughput and whether actions are pending for the patient. A patient summary for the patient that includes information collected at triage, links to documentation from previous visits, care plans, a do not resuscitate order, home medications, and/or history. A provider summary provides information regarding providers for the patient and allows the clinician to designate an attending physician to the patient. In various embodiments, additional summary information is provided giving the ED clinician an efficient one-stop shop for performing ED duties. | 03-05-2015 |
Grant Simmons, Beaverton, OR US
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20150075036 | Ventilation System For An Article Of Footwear - A ventilation system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The ventilation system may be configured to direct air from outside the article of footwear to the inside of the article of footwear. The ventilation system may include a sole layer and a sockliner configured to lie on top of the sole layer. One or more paths may be formed within the sole layer to provide a pumping mechanism during the normal course of providing cushioning for the user. The paths may be activated by forefoot or heel based pressure to force air from the exterior of the article of footwear to a sockliner directly above the sole layer. An air inlet extending through a sidewall of the sole layer may allow air to enter the path from outside the article of footwear. An opening in the sockliner may allow air inside the path to enter inside the article of footwear. | 03-19-2015 |
20160081424 | Ventilation System For An Article Of Footwear - A ventilation system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The ventilation system may be configured to direct air from outside the article of footwear to the inside of the article of footwear. The ventilation system may include a sole layer and a sockliner configured to lie on top of the sole layer. One or more paths may be formed within the sole layer to provide a pumping mechanism during the normal course of providing cushioning for the user. The paths may be activated by forefoot or heel based pressure to force air from the exterior of the article of footwear to a sockliner directly above the sole layer. An air inlet extending through a sidewall of the sole layer may allow outside air to enter the path within the sole layer. An opening in the sockliner may allow air inside the path to enter inside the article of footwear. | 03-24-2016 |
Gregg Simmons, Sheridan, WY US
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20140117577 | System, Apparatus and Method for Preparing Materials Transported in Open Top Conveyance - A system for profiling particulate material in an open top conveyance comprises a profiling structure supported above the open top conveyance and engaging the particulate matter in the open top conveyance as the open top conveyance moves in a forward direction therebelow so that the particulate matter forward of the profiling structure is given a generally uniform profile in at least a longitudinal middle portion of the open top conveyance. The open top conveyance normally is one of a sequential train of gondola cars moving on a pair of rails extending under the profiling structure, and the particulate material typically is or comprises coal. | 05-01-2014 |
Gregory S. Simmons, Costa Mesa, CA US
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20140219863 | SYSTEM FOR RADIATION STERILIZATION OF MEDICAL DEVICES - A method for medical device sterilization comprises staggering a stack of packages so that a back surface of each package partially overlaps a front surface of another of the packages. Each package contains a medical device. The stack of packages are positioned so that the front surfaces of the packages face toward a radiation source. The packages are then exposed to radiation. | 08-07-2014 |
20160022848 | SYSTEM FOR RADIATION STERILIZATION OF MEDICAL DEVICES - Disclosed herein is a method of radiation sterilizing a plurality of medical devices. | 01-28-2016 |
Gregory S. Simmons, Newport Beach, CA US
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20140065012 | METHOD FOR RADIATION STERILIZATION OF MEDICAL DEVICES - Methods and systems for selection radiation exposure in sterilization of medical devices are disclosed. | 03-06-2014 |
Guy Simmons, New London, MO US
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20160039327 | Load Carrying Assembly - A load carrying assembly for mounting on a pickup such that the pickup may safely carry an object that is longer than a bed on the pickup includes a pair of rails coupled to a bed of the pickup. A pair of horizontal arms is movably coupled to an associated one of the pair of rails. A support is coupled between the pair of horizontal arms. The support is positionable at a selected distance from the bed of the pickup. The support supports an object so the object does not prevent a hazard to other vehicles. | 02-11-2016 |
Heidi H. Simmons, Willow Grove, PA US
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20140234213 | Rationally-Designed Anti-Mullerian Inhibiting Substance Type II Receptor Antibodies - Methods for generating hybrid antibodies are provided. | 08-21-2014 |
Howard C. Simmons, Hollister, CA US
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20160123035 | UNIVERSAL BIFURCATED STANCHION FOR HANDRAIL SYSTEMS - A novel stanchion, for insertion into and support of a tubular post of a handrail system for installation on a horizontal surface, slope or staircase, is configured with a bottom flange attached to a tubular upright portion. The upright portion is bifurcated, forming a mirror-image pair of arcuate sidewalls separated at side edges by a pair of vertical slots extending upwardly from closed low ends near the flange to open ends at the top of the upright portion. The slots are sized in width to allow passage of a handrail system bottom safety member passing through a pair of drilled holes in the post at any desired spacing above the flange, with never any need for drilling the stanchion. If required to ensure against deformation of the upright portion from external forces impacting the handrail system, reinforcement can be selectably located and deployed in a manner that avoids interference with any desired location of the bottom safety member. | 05-05-2016 |
Isaiah Simmons, Rochester, NY US
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20150269453 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR EFFICIENT HANDWRITTEN CHARACTER SEGMENTATION - A system and method for determining handwritten character segmentation shape parameters for a user in automated handwriting recognition by prompting the user for a training sample; obtaining an image that includes handwritten text that corresponds to the training sample; sweeping the image with shapes corresponding to parameters to determine coordinates of the shapes in the image; segmenting the image into segmented characters based on the coordinates of the shapes; determining character segmentation accuracies of the parameters; and storing an association between the user and the parameters. The system and method can further include receiving a writing sample from the same user and utilizing the stored parameters to segment characters in the writing sample for use in automated handwriting recognition of the writing sample. | 09-24-2015 |
Jason Simmons, Pittsburgh, PA US
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20140222806 | MATCHING USERS OF A NETWORK BASED ON PROFILE DATA - A method and system for matching users of a network, such as a language learning network, employs user profile data to determine point match scores and/or compatibility match scores between users of the network such as a social network. A point match score is a measure of strength for a single interest that two users share. A compatibility match score is an aggregate measure of similarity of multiple interests that two users share. When a first user asks the system to propose another user or users for interaction, the system uses the point match scores, compatibility match scores, or both to determine which additional users to recommend to the first user. The system may present the first user with a profile for each recommended user. The first user may select one of the recommended users and engage in interaction, such as language skills learning or practice, with that user via a text, audio and/or video interface. | 08-07-2014 |
John Simmons, Boulder, CO US
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20150269201 | METHOD TO CONSTRUCT A FILE SYSTEM BASED ON AGGREGATED METADATA FROM DISPARATE SOURCES - A system and method for constructing a file system based on aggregated metadata from disparate sources is described. The system scans basic attributes of files in a file system, extended attributes of the files in the file system, and application-specific attributes of files that are managed by corresponding applications in the file system. The system generates an aggregate metadata library for the corresponding files based on the basic attributes, extended attributes, and application-specific attributes and builds a unified file system based on the aggregate metadata library. | 09-24-2015 |
John Simmons, Germantown, TN US
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20140276308 | Distraction and Mobility Back Support - A back support device is provided herein. The device is configured to support a portion of a burden or load that would otherwise be borne by a user's spinal column and abdomen. The device includes an upper component that is dimensioned to be worn around the torso of the user, and a lower component that is dimensioned to be worn around the user's hips and waistline. The device further comprises a plurality of medial elements. Each medial element is operatively connected to the upper and lower compartments so that each medial element may support a portion of the burden, thereby transferring the burden from the upper component to the lower component. The medial elements provide support and simultaneous freedom of movement by providing a lifting distraction support upon the spinal column and abdomen. | 09-18-2014 |
John Castle Simmons, Germantown, TN US
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20140285429 | Light Management for Image and Data Control - A light control and display technology applicable to light redirection and projection with the capacity, in a number of embodiments modified for particular applications, to produce managed light, including advanced images. Applications include miniature to very large scale video displays, optical data processing, 3-dimensional imaging, and lens-less vision enhancement for poor night-driving vision, cataracts and macular degeneration. | 09-25-2014 |
20150257967 | Vision-Based Diagnosis and Treatment - Devices for recognizing and responding to Strabismus and Autism are provided herein. Eye-tracking and software analysis are used to identify adverse visual characteristics of both in real time and compelling visual feedback is used to stimulate correction as those events occur. | 09-17-2015 |
John K. Simmons, Washington, DC US
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20140357660 | GENE EXPRESSION SIGNATURES OF NEOPLASM RESPONSIVENESS TO THERAPY - Gene signatures for determining whether a neoplasm (such as a multiple myeloma neoplasm) is sensitive to mTORi/HDACi combination therapy and/or for determining the prognosis of a neoplasm in a subject are described. Some embodiments include determining whether a neoplasm is sensitive to mTORi/HDACi combination therapy by predicting whether mTORi/HDACi combination therapy will successfully treat the neoplasm, for example increasing survival of the subject with the neoplasm. In some embodiments, determining the prognosis includes predicting the outcome (such as chance of survival) of the subject with a neoplasm. Also disclosed are reagents, for example arrays, for use with the disclosed methods, as well as computer implementation of the disclosed methods. | 12-04-2014 |
John Norman Simmons, Fischbach / Kelkheim DE
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20100040827 | NONWOVEN LOOP MEMBER FOR A MECHANICAL FASTENER - A loop member for a mechanical fastener comprises a nonwoven web, the nonwoven web having a pattern of intersecting bond lines. The pattern is characterized in that at least a portion comprises a first plurality of non-intersecting continuous bond lines and a second plurality of non-intersecting continuous bond lines, each non-intersecting continuous bond line of the first plurality intersecting each non-intersecting continuous bond line of the second plurality. The intersecting bond lines define unbonded pattern elements, each of the pattern elements being at least partially bounded by non-linear segments of the bond lines. The bond pattern for a nonwoven web is suitable for use as a loop member of a mechanical fastener. The bond pattern comprises intersecting bond lines having a uniform width and defining a number of bond pattern elements per unit area, wherein at least one of the bond lines is nonlinear, and wherein the ratio of contour to overall bonded area of the bond pattern is greater than a bond pattern comprising all straight lines having the same uniform line width and defining the same number of bond pattern elements per unit area. | 02-18-2010 |
John P. Simmons, Farmington Hills, MI US
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20150111977 | Low Dust, Light Weight Filler Composition - A filler composition for use in a casting formulation, where the filler composition includes a mineral filler, hollow plastic microspheres, and a food grade and non-flammable liquid, and where when the filler composition is mixed with a casting resin an OSHA 8-hour Permissible Exposure Limit set for Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated is not exceeded. | 04-23-2015 |
John Paul Simmons, Kew AU
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20150267171 | ISOLATION OF ADULT MULTIPOTENTIAL CELLS BY TISSUE NON-SPECIFIC ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE - The present invention relates to the use of tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase (TNAP) as a marker for identifying and/or isolating adult multipotential cells. The present invention also relates to cell populations enriched by methods of the present invention and therapeutic uses of these cells. | 09-24-2015 |
Jon E. Simmons, San Diego, CA US
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20140233247 | SEMICONDUCTOR LIGHTING DEVICES AND METHODS - Lighting device embodiments having a housing enclosing one or more interior volumes, along with a serviceable port in the housing to allow venting of one or more of the interior volumes, are disclosed. The lighting devices may further include internal venting paths to allow transfer of contaminating gases to the serviceable port, and a gas permeable pressure valve to allow transfer of contaminants from the interior of the lighting device. The pressure valve may be selectively permeable as a function of applied exterior pressure. The lighting device may also include one or more electronic circuit elements disposed in the one or more interior volumes, and a selectively permeable barrier element disposed in the housing having a first area exposed to one of the interior volumes and a second area exposed to a gas or liquid volume exterior to the housing to allow diffusion of browning contaminants from the one of the interior volumes to the gas or liquid volume exterior to the housing. | 08-21-2014 |
Kevin Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20140124429 | PITCHERS, PITCHER AND FILTER BASE COMBINATIONS, DISPENSERS, DISPENSER AND FILTER BASE COMBINATIONS, AND FILTER BASES - Filtration systems, such as those having a pitcher that includes a lid, a base configured to be coupled to the lid such that the base and the lid cooperate to define a container configured to hold fluid, and a divider separating the container into two compartments that are alongside but not over/under each other and a filter base configured to be coupled to the pitcher. | 05-08-2014 |
Kevin Simmons, Phenix City, AL US
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20150137670 | Insulated Foam Panels for Refrigerated Display Cases - The present application provides an insulated foam panel for a refrigerated display case. The insulated foam panel may include a polyurethane foam core, a number of polystyrene support rails surrounding the polyurethane foam core in whole or in part, and a pair of liners positioned about the polyurethane foam core. | 05-21-2015 |
Kevin Simmons, Oakland, CA US
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20150273320 | PLACEHOLDER ITEMS THAT CAN BE EXCHANGED FOR AN ITEM OF VALUE BASED ON USER PERFORMANCE - Systems and methods for online gaming including virtual placeholder items that can be exchanged for virtual items of value based on a quantitative performance of the users relative other users in events that take place in the online game. | 10-01-2015 |
Kevin D. Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20150066030 | DRILL WITH DEPTH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND LIGHTEMITTER - A measurement system and method for determining a depth of penetration of a working portion of a surgical instrument (e.g., a rotating drill bit in a bore). A first sensor outputs a first signal representative of a displacement of the leading edge of the drill bit in the bore. A second sensor outputs a second signal representative of a force applied to the leading edge of the drill bit. A processor outputs a third signal representative of the depth of penetration of the leading edge of the drill bit when the leading edge of the drill bit passes from a first medium having a first density to a second medium having a second density. The third signal is based on the first and second signals. | 03-05-2015 |
20150066035 | DRILL BIT PENETRATION MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A measurement system and method for determining a depth of penetration of a working portion of a surgical instrument (e.g., a rotating drill bit in a bore). A first sensor outputs a first signal representative of a displacement of the leading edge of the drill bit in the bore. A second sensor outputs a second signal representative of a force applied to the leading edge of the drill bit. A processor outputs a third signal representative of the depth of penetration of the leading edge of the drill bit when the leading edge of the drill bit passes from a first medium having a first density to a second medium having a second density. The third signal is based on the first and second signals. | 03-05-2015 |
20150066036 | DRILL BIT ASSEMBLY WITH DESTRUCTIBLE PORTION - A measurement system and method for determining a depth of penetration of a working portion of a surgical instrument (e.g., a rotating drill bit in a bore). A first sensor outputs a first signal representative of a displacement of the leading edge of the drill bit in the bore. A second sensor outputs a second signal representative of a force applied to the leading edge of the drill bit. A processor outputs a third signal representative of the depth of penetration of the leading edge of the drill bit when the leading edge of the drill bit passes from a first medium having a first density to a second medium having a second density. The third signal is based on the first and second signals. | 03-05-2015 |
20150066037 | DRILL WITH DEPTH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM - A measurement system and method for determining a depth of penetration of a working portion of a surgical instrument (e.g., a rotating drill bit in a bore). A first sensor outputs a first signal representative of a displacement of the leading edge of the drill bit in the bore. A second sensor outputs a second signal representative of a force applied to the leading edge of the drill bit. A processor outputs a third signal representative of the depth of penetration of the leading edge of the drill bit when the leading edge of the drill bit passes from a first medium having a first density to a second medium having a second density. The third signal is based on the first and second signals. | 03-05-2015 |
20150066038 | DRILL WITH DEPTH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM - A measurement system and method for determining a depth of penetration of a working portion of a surgical instrument (e.g., a rotating drill bit in a bore). A first sensor outputs a first signal representative of a displacement of the leading edge of the drill bit in the bore. A second sensor outputs a second signal representative of a force applied to the leading edge of the drill bit. A processor outputs a third signal representative of the depth of penetration of the leading edge of the drill bit when the leading edge of the drill bit passes from a first medium having a first density to a second medium having a second density. The third signal is based on the first and second signals. | 03-05-2015 |
Kevin T. Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20160042389 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIA FOR CONTEXT-BASED OFFERS - Systems, methods and computer-readable storage media for generating context-based offers are described. In some embodiments, offer information associated with a preliminary offer for a product may be analyzed to determine a context associated with the preliminary offer. The context may include any property, characteristic, rule, law, regulation, or the like that may affect how the offer may be distributed, redeemed, and/or reimbursed. A context-based offer may be generated and/or distributed based on the context that the preliminary offer is not valid or is regulated in a certain jurisdiction. | 02-11-2016 |
Kyle A. Simmons, Aurora, CO US
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20140274582 | Training Equipment with Alternative Assembly Modules - A training device with alternative modules includes a main frame assembly, a front wheel assembly, a saddle, a pair of handbars and plurality of modular rear frame assemblies. The main frame assembly serves for mounting other components. This plurality of modular rear frame assemblies comprising a balance training rear frame assembly module and a pedal training rear frame assembly module. Either the balance training rear frame assembly module or the pedal training rear frame assembly module is removably attached to the main frame. In this way, could be quickly and conveniently converted from a balance bicycle to a conventional pedal bicycle. A user only needs to remove the fasteners holding the rear frame assembly to the main frame in order to finish such a conversion. | 09-18-2014 |
Lee Julian Simmons, Tallassee, AL US
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20140024526 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING PHYTOPARASITIC PEST POPULATIONS - Compositions and methods of phytoparasitic pest population control are provided, the compositions comprise a first component comprising an agriculturally acceptable complex mixture of dissolved organic material characterized by natural organic matter that is of defined composition, suitable for soil, foliar, and seed coating. In one embodiment, the phytoparasitic pest is nematodes. | 01-23-2014 |
20150181890 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING PHYTOPARASITIC PEST POPULATIONS - Compositions and methods of phytoparasitic pest population control are provided, the compositions comprise a first component comprising an agriculturally acceptable complex mixture of dissolved organic material characterized by natural organic matter that is of defined composition, suitable for soil, foliar, and seed coating. In one embodiment, the phytoparasitic pest is nematodes. | 07-02-2015 |
20160066584 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING PHYTOPARASITIC PEST POPULATIONS - Compositions and methods of phytoparasitic pest population control are provided, the compositions comprise a first component comprising an agriculturally acceptable complex mixture of dissolved organic material characterized by natural organic matter that is of defined composition, suitable for soil, foliar, and seed coating. In one embodiment, the phytoparasitic pest is nematodes. | 03-10-2016 |
Matthew Aldren Simmons, Christchurch NZ
Matthew N. Simmons, Littleton, CO US
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20130105529 | Accessory Pack For Footwear | 05-02-2013 |
Maxwell Simmons, Hayward, CA US
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20140202795 | PLURAL-STORY, PIPE-SUPPORT FRAME SYSTEM WITH MODULAR, REMOVABLYATTACHABLE LATERAL-WORKER-SUPPORT SCAFFOLDING - A pipe-support system including a pipe-support frame structure having plural, substantially horizontal, pipe-support levels supported by columns including a distribution of side columns uniformly spaced along at least one side of the frame structure, and featuring selectively graduated, support-level-indifferent, lateral-connectivity access for quickly available, removeable, outrigger gravity attachment to the frame's side columns, through gravity catch and hook structures, of modular, outrigger, lateral, worker-platform scaffolding either as individual scaffolding units, or as assemblies of plural, individual units, all such units deriving vertical support through outrigger connections made to the frame structure. | 07-24-2014 |
Michael Simmons, San Francisco, CA US
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20150294816 | Interchangeable Back System for Programmable Switches - Systems and techniques are provided for an interchangeable back system for programmable switches. A programmable switch, remote interchangeable back, and toggle switch interchangeable back may be included. The remote interchangeable back may include a casing and a back plate, where the back plate of the remote interchangeable back may not have an opening. The toggle switch interchangeable back may include a casing and a back plate, where the back plate of the toggle switch interchangeable back may include an opening of sufficient size to accommodate a toggle light switch in the on position. The remote interchangeable back and the toggle switch interchangeable back may be interchangeably attachable to and removable from the programmable switch. | 10-15-2015 |
Michael Simmons, Moscow, TN US
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20140257408 | SURGICAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A surgical instrument includes a first member defining a longitudinal axis and including a drive interface engageable with a first surface of a bone fastener. The first surface is configured for penetrating a sacrum. A second member includes a drive interface engageable with a second surface of the bone fastener to translate the second surface relative to the first surface such that the second surface engages an outer non-articular surface of an ilium to draw separated articular surfaces of the sacrum and the ilium into fixation. In some embodiments, systems and methods are disclosed. Systems and methods are disclosed. | 09-11-2014 |
Michael Simmons US
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20160049053 | GUIDANCE INDICATOR AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING EGRESS ASSISTANCE - A system, a device and a method for providing directional indication are provided. The system includes a detector ( | 02-18-2016 |
Michael J. Simmons, Upper Marlboro, MD US
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20150054660 | Portable Sign - Included is a lightweight portable sign which can be used in one aspect to protect stalled or broken down vehicles with passengers still on board, to prevent oncoming vehicles or traffic from colliding with the stalled vehicles. An infinite number of messages may be displayed by input to the display through the use of a keyboard, smart phone application, auditory input or a pre-set selection of messaged chosen by the user. The sign is computerized with onboard memory, processor and optionally, has sound and audio capabilities. An emergency communications system and method are also included. The method include providing software applications communications components of the sign of the invention which then transmits a signal to a communications center, which then can direct the communication to a hospital, police or roadside assistance entity. The portable sign can also be used by law enforcement or government officials to redirect traffic or provide warnings and messages, or by merchants and vendors to aid in information to potential customers and store visitors. The portable sign can also be provided as an accessory to new vehicles. | 02-26-2015 |
Michael John Simmons, Louisville, KY US
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20130169391 | ENCLOSED PROXIMITY SWITCH ASSEMBLY - An enclosed proximity switch assembly includes a top enclosure and a bottom enclosure that are coupled to form an interior volume. A shaft protrusion upwardly extends from a top surface of the top enclosure, and an interior bore portion having an enclosed volume is defined within the shaft protrusion to form a portion of the interior volume. A first end of a vertical shaft is rotatably disposed within the interior bore portion such that the shaft rotates relative to the top and bottom enclosures. A samarium cobalt target magnet is coupled to the shaft, and the target magnet interacts with a samarium cobalt driver magnet within a proximity switch when the target magnet is rotated within a predetermined distance of a top portion of the proximity switch. The interaction causes a switch to move from a first state to a second state, or vice versa. | 07-04-2013 |
20130300524 | MAGNETIC SWITCH ACTUATORS - Magnetic switches are disclosed herein. An example apparatus includes a mount and a switch actuator assembly coupled to the mount. The switch actuator assembly includes a body, a trigger, and a first magnet oriented to be attracted to a second magnet. Movement of the body from a first position to a second position is to cause relative movement between the first magnet and the second magnet and relative movement between the trigger and a switch. | 11-14-2013 |
Michelle Yvonne Simmons, Woollahra AU
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20160125310 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR QUANTUM PROCESSING - The present disclosure provides a quantum processor realised in a semiconductor material and method to operate the quantum processor to implement adiabatic quantum computation. The quantum processor comprises a plurality of qubit elements disposed in a two-dimensional matrix arrangement. The qubits are implemented using the nuclear or electron spin of phosphorus donor atoms. Further, the processor comprises a control structure with a plurality of control members, each arranged to control a plurality of qubits disposed along a line or a column of the matrix. The control structure is controllable to perform adiabatic quantum error corrected computation. | 05-05-2016 |
20160125311 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR QUANTUM PROCESSING - The present disclosure provides a quantum processor realised in a semiconductor material and method to operate the quantum processor to implement error corrected quantum computation. The quantum processor comprises a plurality of qubit elements disposed in a two-dimensional matrix arrangement. The qubits are implemented using the nuclear or electron spin of phosphorus donor atoms. Further, the processor comprises a control structure with a plurality of control members, each arranged to control a plurality of qubits disposed along a line or a column of the matrix. The control structure is controllable to perform topological quantum error corrected computation. | 05-05-2016 |
Michelle Yvonne Simmons, New South Wales AU
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20110121446 | Fabrication of Atomic Scale Devices - This invention concerns the fabrication of nano to atomic scale devices, that is electronic devices fabricated down to atomic accuracy. The fabrication process uses either an SEM or a STM tip to pattern regions on a semiconductor substrate. Then, forming electrically active parts of the device at those regions. Encapsulating the formed device. Using a SEM or optical microscope to align locations for electrically conducting elements on the surface of the encapsulating semiconductor with respective active parts of the device encapsulated below the surface. Forming electrically conducting elements on the surface at the aligned locations. And, electrically connecting electrically conducting elements on the surface with aligned parts of the device encapsulated below the surface to allow electrical connectivity and tunability of the device. In further aspects the invention concerns the devices themselves. | 05-26-2011 |
Paul Simmons, Londonderry, NH US
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20140015732 | Card Guide And Cap Antenna Retention System - Embodiments of the present invention relate to a structure and method for providing better antenna element retention in the any environment. The structure may comprise at least two card guides attached to a base. Each card guide may have at least one antenna slot, and individual antenna elements may be guided into position by an antenna slot of two different card guides. The individual antenna elements may have their freedom of motion restricted in the direction of their insertion by caps attached to the card guides. The individual antenna elements may have their freedom of motion restricted in a direction transverse to their direction of insertion by retention members attached to the card guides. By allowing for the “top-down” assembly of individual antenna elements in a modular fashion, embodiments of the present invention may facilitate easier repair of antenna element arrays, than prior art array assemblies. | 01-16-2014 |
Paul Simmons, Sydney AU
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20140348933 | MESENCHYMAL PRECURSOR CELL - A method of enriching mesenchymal precursor cells including the step of enriching for cells based on at least two markers. The markers may be either i) the presence of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells, ii) the absence of markers specific for differentiated mesenchymal cells, or iii) expression levels of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells. The method may include a first solid phase sorting step utilising MACS recognising expression of the antigen to the STRO-1 Mab, followed by a second sorting step utilising two colour FACS to screen for the presence of high level STRO-1 antigen expression as well as the expression of VCAM-1. | 11-27-2014 |
Paul Simmons, Kew AU
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20100330045 | Mesenchymal precursor cell - A method of enriching mesenchymal precursor cells including the step of enriching for cells based on at least two markers. The markers may be either i) the presence of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells, ii) the absence of markers specific for differentiated mesenchymal cells, or iii) expression levels of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells. The method may include a first solid phase sorting step utilising MACS recognising expression of the antigen to the STRO-1 Mab, followed by a second sorting step utilising two colour FACS to screen for the presence of high level STRO-1 antigen expression as well as the expression of VCAM-1. | 12-30-2010 |
20120276553 | MESENCHYMAL PRECURSOR CELL - A method of enriching mesenchymal precursor cells including the step of enriching for cells based on at least two markers. The markers may be either i) the presence of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells, ii) the absence of markers specific for differentiated mesenchymal cells, or iii) expression levels of markers specific for mesenchymal precursor cells. The method may include a first solid phase sorting step utilising MACS recognising expression of the antigen to the STRO-1 Mab, followed by a second sorting step utilising two colour FACS to screen for the presence of high level STRO-1 antigen expression as well as the expression of VCAM-1. | 11-01-2012 |
Paul John Simmons, Kew AU
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20110020314 | IDENTIFYING HAEMATOPOIETIC STEM CELLS BASED ON CELL SURFACE MARKERS - The present invention relates to a method of identifying a haematopoietic stem cell (HSC) or progeny thereof comprising the steps of: obtaining a cell sample including HSC or progeny thereof; detecting the presence of at least one carbohydrate sequence having a sequence of at least one disaccharide repeat of glucuronic acid and N-acetylglucosamine or an equivalent thereof; and identifying a HSC or progeny thereof having the sequence or equivalent thereof. The invention also relates to methods of enriching cell populations for HSC or progeny thereof, for isolating HSC or progeny thereof and cell preparations obtained using the methods of their invention and their uses. | 01-27-2011 |
20130209417 | ISOLATION OF ADULT MULTIPOTENTIAL CELLS BY TISSUE NON-SPECIFIC ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE - The present invention relates to the use of tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase (TNAP) as a marker for identifying and/or isolating adult multipotential cells. The present invention also relates to cell populations enriched by methods of the present invention and therapeutic uses of these cells. | 08-15-2013 |
Paul John Simmons, Victoria AU
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20090074728 | Isolation of adult multipotential cells by tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase - The present invention relates to the use of tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase (TNAP) as a marker for identifying and/or isolating adult multipotential cells. The present invention also relates to cell populations enriched by methods of the present invention and therapeutic uses of these cells. | 03-19-2009 |
Peter Simmons, Yorba Linda, CA US
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20140221309 | EYE DROP FORMULATION WITH ENHANCED PROPERTIES BY COMBINING SODIUM HYALURONATE WITH CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE - Embodiments described herein relate to formulations for and methods of use for eye drop formulations comprising carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and hyaluronic acid (HA) with an improved distribution on the cornea during blinking. | 08-07-2014 |
Richard L. Simmons, Saint Paul, MN US
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20140254995 | CELL TOWER CABLE ASSEMBLY AND SYSTEM - A cable assembly for cell tower communications comprises a plurality of optical fiber cable units disposed within a unitary cable assembly jacket that surrounds the optical fiber cable units. The cable assembly jacket has a plurality of indentations disposed between adjacent optical fiber cable units that allow an installer to furcate the cable assembly into smaller cable groupings at a convenient cell tower location. | 09-11-2014 |
Robert Terry Simmons, Oklahoma City, OK US
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20140157577 | Method for In situ multiple cable terminations - The method of attaching a pulling head to two or more wires or cables for installation in a conduit, comprising providing a first area for attaching the pulling head, placing two or more wire or cable supply spools on a first side of the first area, placing a receiving spool on the opposite or second side of the first area, feeding a portion of the wires or cables from the wire or cable supply spools onto the receiving spool, placing a terminating table in the first area below the wires or cables, cutting the wires or cables at staggered length from the receiving spool, stripping a portion of the covering from the wires or cables from the outer diameter of the two or more wires or cables, installing a connection onto each of the two or more wires or cables. | 06-12-2014 |
20150364904 | METHOD FOR IN SITU MULTIPLE CABLE TERMINATION - The method of attaching a pulling head to two or more wires or cables for installation in a conduit, comprising providing a first area for attaching the pulling head, placing two or more wire or cable supply spools on a first side of the first area, placing a receiving spool on the opposite or second side of the first area, feeding a portion of the wires or cables from the wire or cable supply spools onto the receiving spool, placing a terminating table in the first area below the wires or cables, cutting the wires or cables at staggered length from the receiving spool, stripping a portion of the covering from the wires or cables from the outer diameter of the two or more wires or cables, installing a connection onto each of the two or more wires or cables. | 12-17-2015 |
Rusty Simmons, Englewood, CO US
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20140130292 | FLOOR CLEANING APPARATUS - A floor treatment apparatus is provided that includes a chassis that supports at least one cleaning element. The chassis is supported by a plurality of wheels, one which is steerable via a steering wheel interconnected to a housing also associated with the chassis. The chassis provided includes a plurality of movable housing members, one of which is associated with the steering wheel. To access the internal components of the floor treatment apparatus, the front housing is rotated or moved away from the other housings wherein the steering wheel does not require disconnection to allow this movement. | 05-15-2014 |
20150033496 | Floor Cleaning Apparatus - A floor treatment apparatus is provided that includes a chassis that supports at least one cleaning element. The chassis is supported by a plurality of wheels, one which is steerable via a steering wheel interconnected to a housing also associated with the chassis. The chassis provided includes a plurality of movable housing members, one of which is associated with the steering wheel. To access the internal components of the floor treatment apparatus, the front housing is rotated or moved away from the other housings wherein the steering wheel does not require disconnection to allow this movement. | 02-05-2015 |
20160095489 | Floor Cleaning Apparatus - A floor treatment apparatus is provided that includes a chassis that supports at least one cleaning element. The chassis is supported by a plurality of wheels, one which is steerable via a steering wheel interconnected to a housing also associated with the chassis. The chassis provided includes a plurality of movable housing members, one of which is associated with the steering wheel. To access the internal components of the floor treatment apparatus, the front housing is rotated or moved away from the other housings wherein the steering wheel does not require disconnection to allow this movement. | 04-07-2016 |
Samati Simmons, Schenectady, NY US
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20150366269 | ONE-PIECE PANTYHOSE - A one-piece pantyhose garment for preventing rolling down while sitting, standing, or doing anything active provides two over the shoulder straps are provided, and the garment covers the full length of a wearer's body. The two straps prevent the pantyhose from rolling down while sitting, standing or doing anything active. The upper body portion of the one-piece pantyhose is preferably made of a stretchable lycra, spandex, or similar material and retains the the top part of the garment about the wearer's body; the upper portion of the leg is similarly retained about the wearer's, leaving the lower leg portion as sheer material pantyhose. | 12-24-2015 |
Sean Simmons, Rolla, MO US
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20130089716 | SPIN-ON CARBON COMPOSITIONS FOR LITHOGRAPHIC PROCESSING - The invention described herein is directed towards spin-on carbon materials comprising polyamic acid compositions and a crosslinker in a solvent system. The materials are useful in trilayer photolithography processes. Films made with the inventive compositions are not soluble in solvents commonly used in lithographic materials, such as, but not limited to PGME, PGMEA, and cyclohexanone. However, the films can be dissolved in developers commonly used in photolithography. In one embodiment, the films can be heated at high temperatures to improve the thermal stability for high temperature processing. Regardless of the embodiment, the material can be applied to a flat/planar or patterned surface. Advantageously, the material exhibits a wiggling resistance during pattern transfer to silicon substrate using fluorocarbon etch. | 04-11-2013 |
20140356593 | SPIN-ON CARBON COMPOSITIONS FOR LITHOGRAPHIC PROCESSING - The invention described herein is directed towards spin-on carbon materials comprising polyamic acid compositions and a crosslinker in a solvent system. The materials are useful in trilayer photolithography processes. Films made with the inventive compositions are not soluble in solvents commonly used in lithographic materials, such as, but not limited to PGME, PGMEA, and cyclohexanone. However, the films can be dissolved in developers commonly used in photolithography. In one embodiment, the films can be heated at high temperatures to improve the thermal stability for high temperature processing. Regardless of the embodiment, the material can be applied to a flat/planar or patterned surface. Advantageously, the material exhibits a wiggling resistance during pattern transfer to silicon substrate using fluorocarbon etch. | 12-04-2014 |
Sean Simmons, Canton, MI US
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20150321671 | Vehicle Speed Control System - This invention relates to a vehicle speed control system, configured with off-road performance features, that will allow the driver to travel at a set speed in a smooth, controlled manner on various unmaintained surfaces without requiring the driver to press the brake or accelerator pedal. The vehicle speed control system uses a brake controller to control the wheel brakes, and an engine controller to control the engine/drivetrain torque, separate or in combination, to maintain a target speed. | 11-12-2015 |
Stephen C. Simmons, Ridgewood, NJ US
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20140324023 | DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH A DELAY MECHANISM - Accordingly, it is an aspect of the present invention to provide a medicament delivery system with a delay mechanism to ensure dose completion prior to activation of at least one subsystem or operation. The foregoing and/or other aspects of the present invention are achieved by providing a medicament delivery system, including a medicament container and a delay mechanism that is activated prior to completion of medicament delivery from the medicament container. The delay mechanism automatically activates a subsystem or initiates an operation subsequent to completion of medicament delivery. The foregoing and/or other aspects of the present invention are also achieved by providing a method of delivering a medicament, the method including receiving an activation command, and in response to receiving the activation command, releasing an ejection mechanism to eject medicament from a container. | 10-30-2014 |
Steve Simmons, St. Louis, MO US
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20150231036 | INFANT BOTTLE ASSEMBLY HAVING A VENTED NIPPLE - A nipple for use with a bottle assembly includes a base portion that has a bottom surface, a vent region that is coupled to and extends upward from the base portion of the nipple, and a nipple portion that extends upward from the vent region. The nipple portion includes an outlet opening therein, and the vent region includes a vent channel and an air valve substantially aligned with the vent channel. | 08-20-2015 |
Travis Simmons, Hot Springs, AR US
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20160017576 | Spigot Extender for a Garden Hose - A spigot extender for a garden hose replaces a standard water spigot, and is comprised of a horizontal pipe with an enlarged circular handle at the front end, and threads for attachment to a water supply pipe at the rear end. Extending downward from the forward portion of the horizontal pipe beneath the handle, a descending pipe is provided which is preferably four to six inches in length. At the lower end of the descending pipe, threads are provided for attachment of a garden hose or other device. By replacing the existing spigot, the device of the invention achieves improved utility over standard spigots and temporary extension devices by providing both a valve control handle and an access pipe that are distinctly elongated a significantly distal to the wall in the location of installation. | 01-21-2016 |
Trevor J. Simmons, San Luis Potosi MX
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20110190402 | SYNTHETIC WOOD COMPOSITE - The invention is directed a synthetic wood composite comprising biomimetic macromolecules and methods for the preparation thereof. | 08-04-2011 |
Ulf Simmons, Norrkoping SE
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20110143027 | Arrangement for Depositing Coating Powder on a Rotational Symmetric Body - An arrangement for depositing coating powder on a rotational symmetric body is provided. The arrangement includes a rotation device for rotating the rotational symmetric body around a horizontal axis of rotation, wherein the horizontal axis of rotation coincides with the axis of the rotational symmetry of the body, a nozzle arranged vertically above a surface of the rotational symmetric body for providing the coating powder to the surface and a horizontal barrier at a specified distance defining a coating thickness above the surface, wherein the barrier is arranged next to the nozzle in the direction of a rotational movement of the surface at the nozzle. At this point, the nozzle includes a cross section elongated in one direction parallel to the axis of rotation. | 06-16-2011 |
20120223462 | Laser build up method using vibration and apparatus - A laser built up method on an object with different surfaces is provided. The object can be coated locally, which is not possible by the conventional rapid prototyping processes. The object is put into a powder bed, powder is provided on or near the object and the powder is only locally provided on the upper outer surface of the object and then densified. | 09-06-2012 |
20150217405 | laser sintering technique for manufacturing items on a movable sintering platform - A laser sintering device and a laser sintering method are provided. The laser sintering device includes a laser source and a sintering platform. The laser source projects a laser beam on a plane, and by changing directions of the laser beam an action area on the plane is defined. The sintering platform provides a sintering area. The sintering platform is arranged in such a way that at least a first region of the sintering area is located within the action area and at least a second region of the sintering area is located outside the action area. The sintering platform is movable such that at least a part of the second region replaces at least a part of the first region within the action area. | 08-06-2015 |
Wayne Simmons, Annapolis, MD US
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20140156424 | Credit card point of service payment authorization system - The risk of fraud in point of sale credit card transactions is reduced by providing independently-routed verification by communication between the authorized user of the credit card and the issuer of the credit card through a trusted intermediary. | 06-05-2014 |
Wayne S. Simmons, Annapolis, MD US
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20150269582 | Credit Card Point of Service Payment Authorization System - Systems and methods for secure verification of point of sale transactions to reduce fraudulent transactions are described herein. The system includes a backend communications module; a merchant point of sale network in communication with the backend communications module, adapted to transmit requests for authorization of a transaction and receive confirmation or denial of authorization of the transaction; a portable user device in communication with the backend communications module; a bank network in communication with the backend communications module, adapted to receive requests for authorization of transactions, determine if the user authorizes a transaction, and confirm or deny the transaction based on the user's authorization; and software executing on the portable user device adapted to pre-authorize transactions and authorize or deny a currently pending transaction. There is no direct communication between the merchant network, the portable user device, and the bank network. | 09-24-2015 |
Zachary Beau Simmons, San Diego, CA US
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20130207572 | SOUND CONTROLLED LIGHT EMITTING DEVICE AND METHOD - A light pole is described, including an elongated member having a core and an outer shell, with light emitting elements positioned along the length of member between the core and outer shell, and a control module controlling color and intensity of light output from the light emitting elements to provide different or varying light output modes. The outer shell is partially transparent or translucent for transmission of at least some light emitted from the light emitting elements. | 08-15-2013 |