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Aida Smith, Bull Valley, IL US
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20130164587 | Staging system for battery on a portable tool - A portable battery-operated tool having a frame on which there are a working component, a drive, and a battery assembly. The battery assembly consists of a battery with at least a first electrical connector and housing with at least a second electrical connector. The battery is movable guidingly between first and second positions. With the battery in the first position the at least first electrical connector is electrically engaged with the at least second electrical connector. With the battery in the second position the at least first electrical connector is electrically disengaged from the at least second electrical connector so that the battery is not powering the drive to allow the drive to be operated. The battery assembly further has a locking assembly through which the battery is selectively releasably fixed in the second position. | 06-27-2013 |
Alfanso Martinez Smith, Algonquin, IL US
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20130347057 | Privacy Manager for Restricting Correlation of Meta-Content Having Protected Information Based on Privacy Rules - A method intercepts correlation instructions related to a plurality of meta-content elements associated with a primary content. The primary content or the meta-content elements may have associated privacy rules. At least one meta-content element of the group is selected as having privacy protected information specified in the privacy rules. A set of meta-content items, of meta-content element, are determined that are subject to a correlation restriction based on evaluation of the privacy rules with respect to each meta-content item contained in the meta-content element, and the privacy rules for the set of meta-content items are enforced. The privacy rule enforcement may involve preventing execution of the correlation instructions, excluding the selected at least one meta-content element from a correlation based on the correlation instructions, excluding the set of meta-content items from a correlation based on the correlation instructions, or restricting access to a correlation result based on the correlation instructions. | 12-26-2013 |
Alfonso Martinez Smith, Algonquin, IL US
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20080306971 | METHOD AND APPARATUS TO BIND MEDIA WITH METADATA USING STANDARD METADATA HEADERS - A method for embedding metadata into a media file ( | 12-11-2008 |
20090172732 | Method and Apparatus for Providing a Dynamic Programming Guide Containing Future Times When On-Demand Broadcasting Requests Can be Satisfied - An audio-visual content service provider ( | 07-02-2009 |
20090172753 | Method and Apparatus to Facilitate Providing On-Demand Access to Internet Media Content with Other Televised Content - An audio-visual content service provider ( | 07-02-2009 |
20090172760 | Method and Apparatus for Metadata-Based Conditioned Use of Audio-Visual Content - An audio-visual content service provider processor ( | 07-02-2009 |
20090172761 | Method and Apparatus to Facilitate the Local Recording of Audio-Visual Content, in the Absence of End User Requests, for Subsequent Re-Broadcasting - An audio-visual content service provider processor ( | 07-02-2009 |
20090307758 | Method and apparatus to facilitate using a multicast stream to provide on-demand streaming content - A streaming content-on-demand service provider ( | 12-10-2009 |
20130159455 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING A MULTIMEDIA REPRESENTATION FOR A MULTIMEDIA ASSET DELIVERED TO A CLIENT DEVICE | 06-20-2013 |
20130346414 | Correlation Engine and Method for Granular Meta-Content Having Arbitrary Non-Uniform Granularity - One disclosed method includes receiving correlation instructions related to a plurality of meta-content elements that are associated with a primary content. The primary content may be multimedia content such as, but not limited to, an audiovisual content. The method includes performing a correlation in response to receiving the instructions. The correlation is between the meta-content elements, where the meta-content elements each have an arbitrary granularity defining meta-content segments. The method returns a result based on the correlation. Another disclosed method include receiving a request having correlation instructions related to a plurality of meta-content elements, where the meta-content elements are associated with a primary content. Again, each meta-content element has an arbitrary granularity defining meta-content segments. The method includes determining, in response to receiving the request, a composite of meta-content segments of the plurality of meta-content elements, based on the correlation instructions. | 12-26-2013 |
20130347056 | Content Rights Protection with Arbitrary Correlation of Second Content - A disclosed content rights management system defines a content usage policy via a conditional rule set contained in metadata. The conditional rule set is correlated to at least one second content. An access control manager determines, dynamically, access rights conferrable to a user device or a server, based on the content usage policy and user history parameters. The embodiments may confer limited access rights for a first activity by a user device, or by a server, with respect to the protected content and the second content, and block a second activity with respect to the protected content and the second content, in response to determining that the request for the second content, in conjunction with the user history parameters, does not comply with the conditional rule set for the second activity. | 12-26-2013 |
20140028917 | DISPLAYING MULTIMEDIA - Disclosed are methods and apparatus for displaying multimedia feeds. The method comprises receiving a plurality of multimedia feeds and, for each of the plurality of multimedia feeds, acquiring a value of a metric and displaying, on a common display, the plurality of multimedia feeds. The metric is variable and its value for a particular multimedia feed and for a particular time is dependent upon either events occurring within that particular multimedia feed at or before that particular time or upon a rating (by one or more entities), at that particular time, of that particular multimedia feed. The multimedia feeds are displayed on the common display such that a first feed is displayed in a manner different from the manner of display of a second feed, the first feed having a first metric value, the second feed having a second metric value, and the first and second metric values being different. | 01-30-2014 |
20140181160 | SEQUENTIAL SEMANTIC REPRESENTATIONS FOR MEDIA CURATION - Generating a sequential semantic representation and a resulting content item sequence or presentation is disclosed. A set of nodes and paths among the nodes are determined. Each node includes a corresponding a set of criteria. The paths define a relationship among the plurality of nodes. Transitional operators that define additional criteria for the nodes, are associated with the paths. Content items that include characteristics that are determined to match the corresponding set of criteria for at least one of the nodes are retrieved. | 06-26-2014 |
20150073921 | CREATING DERIVATIVE ADVERTISEMENTS - A method for creating derivative advertisements is provided. The method includes identifying a visual element based on an analysis of a primary advertisement asset such that the visual element is representative of a branding message provided within the primary advertisement. The method also includes identifying a call-to-action (CTA) data element based on the analysis and creating a derivative advertisement asset having the visual element and CTA data element. A system and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium containing software for executing the method are also provided. | 03-12-2015 |
20150082349 | Content Based Video Content Segmentation - A method receives video content and metadata associated with video content. The method then extracts features of the video content based on the metadata. Portions of the visual, audio, and textual features are fused into composite features that include multiple features from the visual, audio, and textual features. A set of video segments of the video content is identified based on the composite features of the video content. Also, the segments may be identified based on a user query. | 03-19-2015 |
Barbara Smith, Monticello, IL US
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20080283537 | SPILL-RESISTANT CUPS WITH ACTIVE INGREDIENT DELIVERY SYSTEMS - Spill-resistant cups for consuming beverages with delivery systems for simultaneously dispensing one or more agents which can reduce the rate of beverage-induced tooth decay and/or enamel erosion are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the spill-resistant cup can include a hollow cup body defining a beverage holding chamber. The spill-resistant cup also includes a lid assembly with a drinking spout having one or more spaced-apart drinking holes. The drinking spout is configured to be engaged by a consumer's mouth. The lid assembly can positively engage the cup body to enclose the beverage holding chamber. The spill-resistant cup can also include an agent delivery system for controlled delivery of the active ingredient to the consumer's mouth. Further, the spill-resistant cup can include a flow control element configured to limit a flow rate of the beverage from the beverage holding chamber to the drinking holes disposed in the drinking spout. | 11-20-2008 |
Braden E. Smith, Downers Grove, IL US
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20100249484 | SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - One exemplary embodiment can be a separation system. The separation system can include an adsorption zone, a rotary valve, a transition zone, and one or more pipes. Usually, the transition zone includes one or more lines communicating the rotary valve with the adsorption zone. The rotary valve alternatively may distribute an input of a feed or a desorbent to the adsorption zone or alternatively can receive an output of a raffinate or an extract from the adsorption zone in a line, and a remnant may remain in the line from a previous input or output. One or more pipes outside the transition zone communicating with the rotary valve can form at least one pipe volume receiving an input for dislodging a remnant or for receiving a remnant from the line. The remnant may be different from the input or output. | 09-30-2010 |
20120090731 | SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - One exemplary embodiment can be a separation system. The separation system can include an adsorption zone, a rotary valve, a transition zone, and one or more pipes. Usually, the transition zone includes one or more lines communicating the rotary valve with the adsorption zone. The rotary valve alternatively may distribute an input of a feed or a desorbent to the adsorption zone or alternatively can receive an output of a raffinate or an extract from the adsorption zone in a line, and a remnant may remain in the line from a previous input or output. One or more pipes outside the transition zone communicating with the rotary valve can form at least one pipe volume receiving an input for dislodging a remnant or for receiving a remnant from the line. The remnant may be different from the input or output. | 04-19-2012 |
Brennan A. Smith, Decatur, IL US
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20110263791 | CHLORO-SUBSTITUTED POLYETHERIMIDES HAVING IMPROVED RELATIVE THERMAL INDEX - A polyetherimide having an OH content that is greater than 0 and equal or less than 100 ppm; a Relative Thermal Index that is greater than or equal to 170° C.; and a chlorine content that is greater than 0 ppm is disclosed herein. A method for preparing the polyetherimide is also disclosed. | 10-27-2011 |
Brennan Alexander Smith, Decatur, IL US
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20130303698 | CHLORO-SUBSTITUTED POLYETHERIMIDES HAVING IMPROVED RELATIVE THERMAL INDEX - A polyetherimide having an OH content that is greater than 0 and equal or less than 100 ppm; and a chlorine content that is greater than 0 ppm is disclosed herein. A method for preparing the polyetherimide is also disclosed. | 11-14-2013 |
20140099510 | METHODS OF MANUFACTURE OF BIS(PHTHALIMIDE)S AND POLYETHERIMIDES, AND BIS(PHTHALIMIDE)S, AND POLYETHERIMIDES FORMED THEREFROM - A method of manufacture of a bis(phthalimide) composition includes reacting, in the presence of a solvent and a catalytically active amount of an imidization catalyst selected from quaternary ammonium salts, quaternary phosphonium salts, and combinations thereof, a substituted phthalic anhydride with an organic diamine, wherein conversion to the bis(phthalimide) is 99% complete in less than 6 hours. | 04-10-2014 |
Brian H. Smith, Big Rock, IL US
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20130139443 | Sliding Door - A sliding door with a sliding panel and a fixed panel allows for the sliding panel to pivot with respect to the fixed panel regardless of the position of the sliding panel and allows both the sliding panel and fixed panel to pivot with respect to an outer frame in which the panels are mounted when the sliding panel is fully open or nearly fully open without requiring a floor track. The sliding panel may move linearly with respect to the fixed panel and outer frame along the length of a header, and a guide bracket cooperatively engaged with the sliding panel may be partially positioned in a guide track formed in the fixed panel bottom rail. A floor plate may be secured to the floor surface adjacent the bottom end of a first jamb to provide support/stability to the panels. | 06-06-2013 |
Brian W. Smith, Sterling, IL US
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20110146084 | ATTACHMENT COMB FOR A HAIR CLIPPER - An attachment comb for a hair clipper includes a base portion constructed and arranged for releasably engaging the hair clipper, and a plurality of teeth extending from the base portion, each of the teeth including a body portion defined between an upper peripheral edge and a lower peripheral edge, a proximal end adjacent the base portion and a distal end opposite thereof, wherein the body portion includes at least one formation for retaining hair. | 06-23-2011 |
Bruce Smith, Paris, IL US
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20090053357 | Corn-based feed product - This application is directed to a corn-based feed component formed from a combination of corn components. The feed components described herein generally include at least about 75 percent by weight of a combination of corn components. Generally, the corn components of the feed products are low in starch as compared to whole kernel corn, and are thus somewhat enriched in bran and germ (as determined, for example, on a dry mass basis). Typically, such feed components have a glycemic response comparable to that of rolled oats, thereby providing a source of energy that is safer than corn, and equally as safe as oats and high fat rice bran. | 02-26-2009 |
Carlyle Ander Smith, Rockford, IL US
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20110198875 | Snow shovel for unconventional surfaces - The present invention provide for snow shovels suitable for removing snow from uneven surfaces without inflicting damage to the underlying surface or jarring stops, while leaving a layer of protective snow with larger convex lower edges. The snow shovel includes an elongated handle attached to a scoop having a well for collecting snow and a front end for receiving snow. The front end defines an outwardly convex shape, such as a half-cylinder or a half-tear drop shape. | 08-18-2011 |
Clark E. Smith, Oswego, IL US
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20090311919 | Clamp for Electrically Coupling to a Battery Contact - A clamp that is capable of attaching to a battery post and also to a female receptacle terminal. The clamp includes a post-grasping portion that is capable of attaching to the battery post. The clamp also includes a male plug feature that is configured to fit into a female receptacle terminal. | 12-17-2009 |
Clay Christopher Smith, Buffalo Grove, IL US
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20100208969 | ROTATION CENTER IDENTIFYING METHOD, RING ARTIFACT CORRECTION METHOD, ROTATION CENTER IDENTIFYING APPARATUS, X-RAY DIAGNOSTIC APPARATUS, RECORDING MEDIUM ON WHICH PROGRAM FOR EXECUTING ROTATION CENTER IDENTIFICATION IS RECORDED AND RECORDING MEDIUM ON WHICH PROGRAM FOR EXECUTING RING ARTIFACT CORRECTION IS RECORDED - The influences of the vibrations and the like of a rotational radiography system are corrected with respect to a projection image for each projection direction which contains an artificial artifact, and volume data containing only a ring artifact is generated by image reconstruction using the projection images. A ring center is determined by using this volume data, and polar coordinate conversion of an actual radiographed image is executed by using the ring center as an origin, thereby extracting a signal (ring artifact) parallel to an angular axis. | 08-19-2010 |
Cory Smith, Metamora, IL US
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20120330524 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A BRAKE SYSTEM - The disclosure describes, in one aspect, a control system for controlling a braking system. The control system includes a parking brake operatively to at least one wheel, a park brake override mechanism operatively associated with the parking brake, an inching pedal operatively coupled to a transmission, a shift lever operatively coupled to the transmission, at least one sensor operatively coupled to the parking brake, at least one sensor operatively coupled to the inching pedal, and at least one sensor operatively coupled to the shift lever. The control system further includes a controller operatively coupled to the at least one sensors to receive corresponding signals and adapted to control the engagement of the parking brake when the inching pedal is depressed and at least one of a forward or reverse gear selection is desired. | 12-27-2012 |
Danny Elwood Smith, Aurora, IL US
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20120095146 | WATERBORNE COATING COMPOSITION COMPRISING A POLYESTER AND A METAL SALT OF A FATTY ACID - The invention relates to a waterborne coating composition comprising between 10 and 50% by weight of a water-dispersible and hydrophobic polyester resin, between 50 and 90% by weight of a metal salt of a fatty acid (with the amounts being based on the total solids content in the waterborne coating composition), and a base in an amount of between 70% and 130% of the number of carboxylic acid groups in the resin. It furthermore relates to a process for the preparation of said waterborne coating composition, and to its use. | 04-19-2012 |
David M. Smith, Plainfield, IL US
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20090077541 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TESTING AND MONITORING SYSTEMS USING RECONFIGURABLE HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE RESOURCES - According to a first embodiment of the present invention, reconfigurable resources within a reconfigurable test unit are configured to test or monitor a first function associated with a system under test. Following the completion of the testing or monitoring of the first function, the reconfigurable resources within the reconfigurable test unit are configured to test or monitor a second function associated with the system under test, wherein the second function may be substantially different than the first function. The method and apparatus so described allows for the testing of systems using a minimal amount of hardware and software resources within a reconfigurable test unit. | 03-19-2009 |
David P. Smith, Reddick, IL US
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20080238246 | Electromechanical actuator - An actuator includes a frame and a shaft rotabably supported by the frame. The actuator also includes at least one wire made from a shape memory alloy having a first end thereof fixed with respect to the frame. A second end of the at least one wire is movable with respect to the frame and configured to rotate the shaft in a first direction with respect to the frame. | 10-02-2008 |
David S. Smith, Bartlett, IL US
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20110001081 | HEAT TRANSFER FLUIDS CONTAINING NANOPARTICLES - A nanofluid of a base heat transfer fluid and a plurality of ceramic nanoparticles suspended throughout the base heat transfer fluid applicable to commercial and industrial heat transfer applications. The nanofluid is stable, non-reactive and exhibits enhanced heat transfer properties relative to the base heat transfer fluid, with only minimal increases in pumping power required relative to the base heat transfer fluid. In a particular embodiment, the plurality of ceramic nanoparticles comprise silicon carbide and the base heat transfer fluid comprises water and water and ethylene glycol mixtures. | 01-06-2011 |
20130233517 | HYBRID RADIATOR COOLING SYSTEM - A method and hybrid radiator-cooling apparatus for implementing enhanced radiator-cooling are provided. The hybrid radiator-cooling apparatus includes an air-side finned surface for air cooling; an elongated vertically extending surface extending outwardly from the air-side finned surface on a downstream air-side of the hybrid radiator; and a water supply for selectively providing evaporative cooling with water flow by gravity on the elongated vertically extending surface. | 09-12-2013 |
Doren C. Smith, Rockford, IL US
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20130292510 | FLUID TRANSFER TUBE FOR SEVERE MISALIGNMENT APPLICATIONS - A hydraulic system for a ram air turbine includes a hydraulic pump having a high pressure fluid outlet port, a housing, a pivot post arranged to pass through the housing and defining a mechanical pivot relative to the housing about an axis, a transfer tube positioned between the high pressure fluid outlet port of the hydraulic pump and a port in the housing for the high pressure fluid outlet path, and seal elements positioned at or near opposite ends of the transfer tube. A fluid inlet path and a high pressure fluid outlet path pass through the housing and the pivot post. The transfer tube has a crowned end. | 11-07-2013 |
Frank H. Smith, Aurora, IL US
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20120173688 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED NETWORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING - A network maintenance scheduling conflict interceptor that prevents duplicate and conflicting work from occurring on any network elements, which make up a network system, so that costly and disruptive outages do not occur in the network system by allowing for an intelligent way to schedule and complete maintenance activities in a complicated network is provided. This new device enables the necessary communication between network elements that allows for communication of maintenance activities taking place on specific network elements that may impact other network elements in the network. Lastly, by nature of providing for a mechanized way to schedule network maintenance activities, the new device, in essence, captures and provides for a history of maintenance activities for a network. Such historical data can provide valuable information for future network planning and maintenance. | 07-05-2012 |
Fred Smith, Claredon Hills, IL US
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20090044217 | System and methods for network TV broadcasts for out-of-home viewing with targeted advertising - A television broadcasting system and methods that manages the insertion of targeted advertisements and other messages into live satellite or Internet broadcasts or other types of broadcasts into out-of-home locations such as health clubs. The insertion of targeted advertisement and other messages are accomplished by a satellite service provider purchasing live network broadcasting feeds with a license to strip out existing commercial advertisements and replace them with targeted advertisements to match the demographics of the viewing audience at health clubs and other non-home locations nationally, regionally and locally where the viewer is unable to change or delete the targeted advertisements while viewing the live broadcast programming from the networks. | 02-12-2009 |
Gary Francis Smith, Glenview, IL US
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20090092730 | Processed Cheese Without Emulsifying Salts - The present invention is directed to process cheese type products prepared with calcium-reduced ingredients but without emulsifying salts and methods of producing such process cheese type products without emulsifying salts. The process cheeses of the present invention are advantageously resistant to separation during heating and retain desirable organoleptic properties, such as texture, without using emulsifying salts. The process cheeses of the present invention are also lower in sodium than conventional produces cheese products. | 04-09-2009 |
20090253790 | Dairy Composition with Probiotics and Anti-Microbial System - Dairy compositions are provided having a high pH, of about 4.8 to about 6.2, comprising desirable probiotic cultures as well as an anti-microbial system for inhibiting undesirable pathogenic and/or spoilage microbial growth without significantly reducing the beneficial effect of the probiotic cultures. | 10-08-2009 |
20110072982 | Methods And Apparatus For The Reduction Of Moisture Variability In Large Cheese Blocks - The present invention is directed to processes for making blocks of cheese having reduced moisture variability using controlled cooling of cheese curd to form the final cheese blocks. | 03-31-2011 |
20110250327 | Intermediate Moisture Bar Using A Dairy-Based Binder - A chewy and intermediate moisture bar is provided that uses a dairy-based binder generally without the need to employ gums, humectants, and sugar syrups as a binder to achieve the moist and chewy texture. In one aspect, the bar includes a dry base uniformly blended with a dairy-based binder that uses high levels of dairy proteins as the main binding component. A method of forming the chewy and intermediate moisture bar is also provided that may use a lay or delay period to allow moisture equilibration or migration from the binder to the dry base. | 10-13-2011 |
20130084364 | Dairy-Based Foods Having High Levels Of Lactose - A dairy-based food component is provided that includes high levels of lactose in moisture, but still retains a smooth and creamy consistency. The compositions and methods provide for higher levels of lactose in moisture phase than previously found possible and still retain low crystal sizes in a finished product to maintain a smooth and creamy texture. | 04-04-2013 |
20130164410 | Dairy Composition With Probiotics And Anti-Microbial System - Dairy compositions are provided having a high pH, of about 4.8 to about 6.2, comprising desirable probiotic cultures as well as an anti-microbial system for inhibiting undesirable pathogenic and/or spoilage microbial growth without significantly reducing the beneficial effect of the probiotic cultures. | 06-27-2013 |
20130202745 | Intermediate Moisture Bar Using A Dairy-Based Binder - A chewy and intermediate moisture bar is provided that uses a dairy-based binder generally without the need to employ gums, humectants, and sugar syrups as a binder to achieve the moist and chewy texture. In one aspect, the bar includes a dry base uniformly blended with a dairy-based binder that uses high levels of dairy proteins as the main binding component. A method of forming the chewy and intermediate moisture bar is also provided that may use a lay or delay period to allow moisture equilibration or migration from the binder to the dry base. | 08-08-2013 |
20140161954 | Emulsifying Salt-Free and Starch Stabilized Cheese - Emulsifying salt-free processed cheese products as well as methods of preparing emulsifying salt-free processed cheese products are provided. The emulsifying salt-free processed cheese products are prepared with modified starch containing amylopectin and substantially no amylase and without emulsifying salts. The emulsifying salt-free processed cheese products are advantageously resistant to separation during heating and retain desirable organoleptic properties, such as texture and flavor, without using emulsifying salts. | 06-12-2014 |
20140272073 | Cheese Anticake for Enhanced Melt - Particulate natural cheese products having a modified starch composition as an anticaking agent as well as methods of melting the shredded cheese product are provided. The modified starch anticaking agent provides intact starch granules including amylopectin and substantially no amylose for the particulate cheese. During heating, the natural cheese melt is resistant to separation, and retains desirable organoleptic properties such as texture and flavor in the final product. | 09-18-2014 |
Geary R. Smith, Lisle, IL US
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20110038752 | WHITE COPPER-BASE ALLOY - A white bronze alloy consisting essentially of, in weight percent, about 0.3-1.5 wt % aluminum, about 0.5-2.0 wt % bismuth, about 61-66 wt % copper, about 0.0-0.5 wt % iron, about 11-15 wt % manganese, about 4.0-6.0 wt % nickel, about 0.5-2.0 wt % tin, and about 16-20 wt % zinc, as well as incidental amounts of impurities. The alloy is expected to have antimicrobial properties which make the alloy desirable for fabrication into food handling equipment and products for hospitals, bathrooms, and kitchens. | 02-17-2011 |
Gregory Smith, Joliet, IL US
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20120151739 | Radiation Shield Support System and Method - Disclosed herein is new and improved system and method for supporting radiation shields. The system may include a first frame subassembly, a second frame assembly, and a quick disconnect. The first frame sub assembly may include an upper partial ring support, a lower partial ring support, and a plurality of vertical supports. The second frame sub assembly may include an upper partial ring support, a lower partial ring support, and a plurality of vertical supports. The second frame subassembly may have a ring hole. The quick disconnect may include a plug and a bolt. The plug may be permanently affixed to the first frame subassembly, and the bolt may be configured to pass through the ring hole and the plug hole in order to removably secure the first frame subassembly to the second frame subassembly. | 06-21-2012 |
Gregory J. Smith, Woodbridge, IL US
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20120255872 | Electrokinetic Process And Apparatus For Consolidation Of Oil Sands Tailings - A method is provided of treating liquid tailings using electro-kinetics by creating a variable voltage between two electrodes in the tailings. Flocculation and water release from the tailings is induced by establishing an electrical field between the two electrodes. The electrodes are connected to an electrical power source having the variable voltage to create a cathode and an anode. Compacting the flocculation solids and removing further water released from the compacting solids allows for the creation of a compacted material having a desired load bearing capacity. | 10-11-2012 |
Harold Smith, Oakbrook Terrace, IL US
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20110167118 | MESSAGE WAITING NOTIFICATION TO EXTERNAL MESSAGE CENTERS - Systems and methods are disclosed for notifying external message centers when a mobile device becomes available to receive a text message. One embodiment includes a message waiting system that identifies a failed delivery attempt of a text message to a mobile device that is unavailable, where the text message originated from an external message center. The system identifies routing information for the external message center based on the failed delivery attempt, generates a Message Waiting Indicator (MWI) record for the text message that includes the routing information for the external message center, and stores the MWI record. When the system identifies that the mobile device becomes available, the system identifies the MWI record that includes information on the failed delivery attempt to the mobile device, and sends a notification indicating that the mobile device is available to the external message center based on the routing information in the MWI record. | 07-07-2011 |
Hugh K. Smith, Palatine, IL US
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20100164826 | RESONANT STRUCTURE TO MITIGATE NEAR FIELD RADIATION GENERATED BY WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES | 07-01-2010 |
20120287011 | Diagonally-Driven Antenna System and Method - An electronic device ( | 11-15-2012 |
20130009842 | Diagonally-Driven Antenna System and Method - An electronic device ( | 01-10-2013 |
20130273963 | ANTENNA SYSTEM WITH PARASITIC ELEMENT FOR HEARING AID COMPLIANT ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSION - A system for production of an electromagnetic (EM) field having EM emissions mitigated at one or more predetermined locations within a Hearing Aid Compliant (HAC) measurement plane is provided. The EM field mitigation system includes a ground plane, an antenna element, and a parasitic resonator element. The antenna element is coupled to the ground plane and resonates within at least one predetermined frequency band for transmitting and receiving the radio frequency (RF) signals modulated at one or more frequencies within the at least one predetermined first frequency band. The parasitic resonator element includes at least a half-wavelength resonator portion floating above the ground plane and a second half-wavelength resonator portion floating above the ground plane, crossing an effective electric field mid-line of the ground plane, and located a predetermined distance from the antenna element for mitigation of the EM emissions of the antenna element at the one or more predetermined locations within the HAC measurement plane. | 10-17-2013 |
20140334361 | APPARATUS FOR COMMUNICATION USING SIMPLEX ANTENNAS - An apparatus comprises a duplexer having a transmit port, a receive port, and an antenna port. A transmitter is coupled to the antenna port of the duplexer. A transmit antenna is coupled to the transmit port of the duplexer. The apparatus may comprise a matching termination coupled to the receiver port. | 11-13-2014 |
James R. Smith, Bourbonnais, IL US
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20100310550 | ALPHA 1- ANTITRYPSIN COMPOSITIONS - A streamlined method for purifying alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) from an AAT-containing protein mixture, such as a Cohn fraction IV precipitate, is provided. In the method of the invention, contaminating proteins are destabilized by cleavage of disulfide bonds with a reducing reagent, such as a dithiol, which does not affect AAT. The destabilized proteins are then preferentially adsorbed on a solid protein-adsorbing material, without the addition of a salt as a precipitant. Separation of the solid adsorbent from the solution leaves a purified AAT solution that is directly suitable for chromatographic purification, without the need for extensive desalting as in prior art processes. A process incorporating this method, which provides pharmaceutical grade AAT in high yield on a commercial scale, is also described. | 12-09-2010 |
20120165261 | Alpha-1-antitrypsin compositions - A streamlined method for purifying alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) from an AAT-containing protein mixture, such as a Cohn fraction IV precipitate, is provided. In the method of the invention, contaminating proteins are destabilized by cleavage of disulfide bonds with a reducing reagent, such as a dithiol, which does not affect AAT. The destabilized proteins are then preferentially adsorbed on a solid protein-adsorbing material, without the addition of a salt as a precipitant. Separation of the solid adsorbent from the solution leaves a purified AAT solution that is directly suitable for chromatographic purification, without the need for extensive desalting as in prior art processes. A process incorporating this method, which provides pharmaceutical grade AAT in high yield on a commercial scale, is also described. | 06-28-2012 |
20140323405 | ALPHA-1-ANTITRYPSIN COMPOSITIONS - A streamlined method for purifying alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) from an AAT-containing protein mixture, such as a Cohn fraction IV precipitate, is provided. In the method of the invention, contaminating proteins are destabilized by cleavage of disulfide bonds with a reducing reagent, such as a dithiol, which does not affect AAT. The destabilized proteins are then preferentially adsorbed on a solid protein-adsorbing material, without the addition of a salt as a precipitant. Separation of the solid adsorbent from the solution leaves a purified AAT solution that is directly suitable for chromatographic purification, without the need for extensive desalting as in prior art processes. A process incorporating this method, which provides pharmaceutical grade AAT in high yield on a commercial scale, is also described. | 10-30-2014 |
Jason S. Smith, Oakwood Hills, IL US
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20140029925 | High temperature gas line heater system including silicone foam rubber - A semi-flexible laminar silicone foam rubber-base heater for high temperature gas supply and exhaust lines used in microelectronic semiconductor fabrication uses superimposed adhesively bonded layers of an etched foil heater element containing layer, a high-to-low heat thermal transition layer, a thermal fuse laden silicone foam rubber insulation layer and a durable wrapping layer. The system can provide for the combined use of highly controllable etched foil heater elements, clean silicone foam rubber insulation, and inexpensive mechanical thermal fuses safely in a high heat gas supply and exhaust line environment. | 01-30-2014 |
Jeffrey S. Smith, Aurora, IL US
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20120138698 | Nozzle for Use in Fluidized Catalytic Cracking - Disclosed herein is a nozzle tip that atomizes a liquid entering a vessel or reaction zone that contains circulating fluidized particulates where the nozzle tip comprises a first elongated slot that intersects with a second elongated slot to define a single orifice. The first elongated slot may have members protruding into it and the slots may intersect substantially orthogonally and bisect each other. The length of the minor axis of the first slot ranges form about 5% to about 50% of the length of the major axis of the first slot and the length of the minor axis of the second slot ranges form about 1% to about 10% or the major axis of the second slot. This nozzle tip affords erosion reduction caused by the circulating fluidized particulates and therefore provides longer operational lifetimes for the nozzle tip. | 06-07-2012 |
Jerry Smith, Chicago, IL US
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20090087828 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND TOOL FOR COMPUTER-BASED LEARNING - Systems and methods of providing remote, real-time computer-facilitated instruction, interaction, testing, and assessment to a plurality of users or participants. The system includes a system (e.g., a server) for shaping and directing a learning or decision-making environment. The shaping/directing system selectively provides content to users based on responses from the users to create a user-directed and generated learning or decision-making experience. The users connect to the shaping/directing system through a plurality of respective, user-controlled client devices. Each respective client device includes an input device (e.g., a pointing device) and an output device (e.g., a display). The output device communicates portions of the content, including decision points, to the respective user. The input device receives responses from the respective user. The responses reply to the respective decision points. | 04-02-2009 |
Jesse Smith, Willowbrook, IL US
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20110111840 | Methods of Receiving Electronic Wagers in a Wagering Game Via a Handheld Electronic Wager Input Device - A gaming system for conducting a multi-player wagering game includes a multi-touch table surface that is touched by a handheld electronic wager input device (EWID) carried by a player for placing wagers on a wagering game displayed on the multi-touch table surface. Each EWID carried by a player has an associated unique identification code, linked to the respective player's account. Players indicate an amount to be wagered by touching the EWID to designated wager amount areas, then place the wager by touching the EWID to a designated wagering area. Because each EWID is uniquely associable with distinct player accounts, the gaming system can support any number of players placing wagers. The funds remain safe in the player account and no funds are stored on the EWID. Only the identification code is detected, which is compared with the associated player account before allowing that player to place wagers. | 05-12-2011 |
Jesse Smith, Chicago, IL US
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20120329553 | Methods of Receiving Electronic Wagers in a Wagering Game Via a Handheld Electronic Wager Input Device - A gaming system for conducting a multi-player wagering game includes a multi-touch table surface that is touched by a handheld electronic wager input device (EWID) carried by a player for placing wagers on a wagering game displayed on the multi-touch table surface. Each EWID carried by a player has an associated unique identification code, which is linked to the respective player's account. Players indicate an amount to be wagered by touching the EWID to designated wager amount areas, then place the wager by touching the EWID to a designated wagering area. Because each EWID is uniquely associable with distinct player accounts, the gaming system can support any number of players placing wagers. The funds remain safe in the player account and no funds are stored on the EWID. Only the identification code is detected, which is compared with the associated player account before allowing that player to place wagers. | 12-27-2012 |
20130296057 | GESTURE FUSION - “Fusion” gestures that transition from air to surface or surface to air and interactions with graphical objects displayed on one or more display devices. Surface-to-air gestures are captured on a surface of a touch-based sensing device, and the gesture leaves the surface and enters a volumetric space adjacent to the surface, where a 3D gesture sensing system captures the gesture in 3D space. One or more objects displayed on the display device(s) are graphically shown to be manipulated by the gesture. Air-to-surface gestures are captured in the reverse manner. Different devices housed in separate housings can detect the different types of gestures. For example, a gaming terminal can detect surface gestures made on a single- or multi-touch sensitive surface while a portable electronic device in communication with the gaming terminal can detect air gestures made in a volumetric space in front of the gaming terminal. | 11-07-2013 |
20140057721 | INTERACTIVE TETHER USING TENSION AND FEEDBACK - A wand-shaped handheld device tethered to a fixed structure in a gaming system by one or more cables wound around reels. The handheld device includes a button on a top thereof as a secondary input means. Motors coupled to the reels wind the cables or apply an opposing force to a pulling force applied to the device. Sensors detect how far the cables are retracted or pulled relative to the fixed structure. Haptic feedback devices impart tactile vibrations that are transmitted along the cable(s) and to the handheld device as the motor is pulling the handheld device toward the fixed structure or a player grasping the device is pulling it away from the fixed structure. Wagering game graphics are coordinated with the movement of the device so that movements or selection of the graphics are affected by inputs made by moving the handheld device or pressing its button. | 02-27-2014 |
20140206442 | GAMING SYSTEM AND METHODS ADAPTED TO UTILIZE RECORDED PLAYER GESTURES - A method of utilizing a player's movements in association with a wagering game event, includes sensing a player's movements using a movement sensing device, storing a representation of the player's movements in non-transient computer-readable storage media in association with player-identifying information, associating the representation of the player's movements with the wagering game event in the storage media, and replaying the representation of the player's movements on one or more display devices operatively associated with a wagering game machine responsive to an occurrence of the wagering game event. | 07-24-2014 |
20150087403 | GAMING TERMINAL WITH AN INCLINED INPUT INTERFACE - A gaming terminal includes a first display screen operative to display a wagering game that includes a lower section. A second display screen is operative to display images of input buttons and includes a touchscreen operative to receive inputs at the input buttons to play the wagering game. The second display screen is smaller than the first display screen. The second display screen is positioned forwardly relative to the lower section of the first display screen such that the second display screen is closer than the first display screen to a player position in front of the gaming terminal. The second display screen is inclined relative to horizontal such that an imaginary plane containing the second display screen intersects the lower section of the first display screen thereby creating an infinity pool effect when viewing the first display screen relative to the second display screen. | 03-26-2015 |
John J. Smith, Hoffman Estates, IL US
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20080260909 | Hydrolyzed, Spray Dried, Agglomerated Grain Powder And Drinkable Food Products - A drinkable food product comprises a liquid and a hydrolyzed, dried, agglomerated grain powder. | 10-23-2008 |
John W. Smith, Grayslake, IL US
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20090012886 | CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH SPECIFIED BILLING FEATURES - Systems and methods for managing payments. One construction of the system includes a software enabled user interface accessible by a first party and a second party, at least one computer readable memory, and a processor. The processor is configured to selectively operate in a specified billing mode in response to an input received from the first party. The processor is configured to receiving invoice details from the first party when operating in the specified billing mode and from the second party when not operating in the specified billing mode. The processor is further configured to generate an invoice based on the invoice details, display the invoice to the first party and the second party, and request an approval or a rejection of the invoice from the first party or the second party. | 01-08-2009 |
20090171724 | CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH SUB-TIER DOCUMENT EXCHANGE AND APPROVAL FEATURES - Systems and methods for managing a construction payment process wherein a higher degree of functionality is provided to primary users and only a limited subset of functionality is provided to sub-tier contractors. One construction of the system is configured to receive an electronically signed document and a request for payment from the sub-tier contractor. The request for payment is presented to a first primary user who is a contractual parent of the sub-tier contractor. When approval of the request for payment is received, a payment is initiated from a project payor to the sub-tier contractor. In some embodiments, the project payor is a contractual grandparent of the sub-tier contractor and a contractual parent of the first primary user. | 07-02-2009 |
20100153280 | CONSTRUCTION PROJECT PREQUALIFICATION - A networked computer system for acquiring prequalification information and comparing that prequalification information to a set of minimum requirements for a plurality of reviewing organizations. In some embodiments, the networked computer system also facilitates the project bidding process between prequalified organizations. The networked computer system receives bids from a prequalified bidding organization and assigns a rank to the bidding organization relative to other prequalified bidding organizations. In some embodiments, the networked computer system assigns a rank to the bid proposal based, in part, on the bidding organization's prequalification information and the information from the bid proposal. | 06-17-2010 |
20100153293 | CONSTRUCTION PROJECT PREQUALIFICATION - A networked computer system for facilitating the prequalification approval of construction industry organization to bid on constructions projects posted by a reviewing organization. The system electronically receives business information from a submitting organization. After receiving a request for a prequalification application from a reviewing organization, the system generates a prequalification application in the format specified by the reviewing organization using the business information previously provided by the submitting organization. The system then routes individual data items in the application to one or more participants associated with the reviewing organization. The system receives approval of the individual data items before receiving final approval of the application. If the application is approved, the submitting organization is able to submit bids to the reviewing organization for construction projects posted by the reviewing organization. | 06-17-2010 |
20120303499 | CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH SPECIFIED BILLING FEATURES - Systems and methods for managing payments. An invoice is generated based on a first invoice detail from a first participant and the generated invoice is displayed to a second participant. The system receives a modification of the first invoice detail from the second participant along with a comment associated with the modification. The first invoice detail, the modification, and the comment are stored to the computer readable memory and a payment between the participants is facilitated based at least in part on the modification. | 11-29-2012 |
20120310802 | CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH SPECIFIED BILLING FEATURES - Systems and methods for managing payments in a hierarchical construction project. The system selectively operates in a specified billing mode for a first invoice and for a second invoice that is related to the first invoice. The system receives invoice details from a participant associated with the payee of the invoice when not operating in the specified billing mode and receives the invoice details from a participant not associated with the payee when operating in the specified billing mode. | 12-06-2012 |
20130018799 | CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH SUB-TIER DOCUMENT EXCHANGE AND APPROVAL FEATURES - Systems and methods for managing a construction payment process wherein a higher degree of functionality is provided to primary users and only a limited subset of functionality is provided to sub-tier contractors. One construction of the system is configured to receive an electronically signed document and a request for payment from the sub-tier contractor. The request for payment is presented to a first primary user who is a contractual parent of the sub-tier contractor. When approval of the request for payment is received, a payment is initiated from a project payor to the sub-tier contractor. In some embodiments, the project payor is a contractual grandparent of the sub-tier contractor and a contractual parent of the first primary user. | 01-17-2013 |
Jonathan O. Smith, Quincy, IL US
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20110295022 | Method for producing 2-halogenomethylphenyl acetic acid derivatives - The present invention relates to a process for producing 2-halogenomethylphenyl acetic acid derivatives. | 12-01-2011 |
Kelly B. Smith, Gurnee, IL US
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20090291819 | BLOOD SEPARATION CHAMBER - A method for centrifugally separating whole blood into red blood cells and a plasma constituent rotates about a rotational axis a separation zone having radially spaced apart walls with a high-G side and a low-G side located closer to the rotational axis than the high-G side. Whole blood enters the rotating separation zone in an entry region to begin separation. Separation is halted by a terminal wall that is circumferentially spaced from the entry region. The whole blood separates into red blood cells toward the high-G side and plasma constituent toward the low-G side. The method directs red blood cells separated in the separation zone in a circumferential flow direction toward the terminal wall. The method directs separated red blood cells from the rotating separation zone through a second path that extends, at least in part, radially beyond the high-G wall. | 11-26-2009 |
Kevin Ray Smith, Round Lake Beach, IL US
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20110089174 | RECLOSABLE CONTAINER LID - A reclosable lid for a container holding a flowable substance has a cover having an opening and a moveable element connected to the cover. The moveable element is moveable between at least one open position, wherein the flowable substance may flow through the opening, and at least one closed position, wherein the opening is obstructed. In some embodiments, the lid may include an overlay moveable between at least one open position and at least one closed position. | 04-21-2011 |
Kyle Matthew Smith, Columbia, IL US
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20100283295 | HEATED COLLAPSIBLE ARTICLE OF FURNITURE - A heated collapsible article of furniture is provided. The article of furniture has a collapsible frame movable from an open orientation to a collapsed orientation. A heating element is formed integrally with the article of furniture and is configured for converting electrical energy to thermal energy. A rechargeable electrical storage device is couple to the heating element and configured to receive electrical energy photovoltaically and provide the electrical energy to the heating element. | 11-11-2010 |
Larry Smith, Danville, IL US
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20130201685 | Sign Ventilation System - An electronic sign includes a planar lighting module emitting visible light. A cabinet supportingly engages the lighting module. An air chamber is between the cabinet and the lighting module. A vertical partition is within the air chamber and extends between a bottom wall and a top wall of the cabinet, and between the lighting module and a rear wall of the cabinet. The partition divides the air chamber into first and second sections. An electric fan is within the cabinet and transfers air from the first to the second section. The cabinet and/or the lighting module include a plurality of throughholes fluidly interconnecting the air chamber to ambient air. A first subset of the throughholes are more closely fluidly connected to the first section than to the second section. A second subset of the throughholes are more closely fluidly connected to the second section than to the first section. | 08-08-2013 |
Leonard R. Smith, Omaha, IL US
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20120111588 | COMBINED VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL TILLAGE WITH HARDPAN PENETRATION - An exemplary best mode embodiment and various alternative embodiments are shown for combining horizontal and vertical tillage to solve both weed control and penetration of compaction layer. In one exemplary embodiment a large colter or tine is disposed behind a plow, sweep, concave disc, or other horizontal tillage implement to slice the soil to penetrate any compaction created by the implement. In another exemplary embodiment, a colter with lateral blades penetrates a surface compaction layer, chops crop residue and hoes and levels the soil all in one pass with one implement. We have discovered that a deeper-penetrating tailing ground slicing implement behind a horizontal tillage device results in full root depth for a stronger crop and better yields with normally deep-rooted crops such as corn and the like. | 05-10-2012 |
Margaret Dye Smith, Barrington, IL US
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20110001012 | Kite flying method, assembly and device - A kite assembly and method of flying a kite from a wind source such as a fan, generally indoors, incorporating multiple tethers to provide generally stable, controlled and sustainable flight. The kite assembly provides for multiple tethers set to appropriate lengths and tethered to appropriate places on the kite and the wind source. Multiple tethers help balance the kite and prevent the kite from flying out of the lifting zone of the airflow created by the wind source, when the wind source is stationary, rotated, oscillating or being moved around a room. The tethers generally diverge from the kite and as a result the kite flying characteristics or direction of flight can be controlled in ways not possible with traditionally tethered kites, which typically have single or converging tethers. Multiple kites may be flown from one fan, or connected to one another to form unique flying combinations. | 01-06-2011 |
Marlene M. Smith, Evanston, IL US
Paul Fielding Smith, Barlett, IL US
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20110064246 | Microphone Interface and Method of Operation - An interface is provided between a transducer and audio processing circuitry. The interface has a switching device coupled to the transducer. The interface also has a first signal path that is selectively coupled to transducer via the switching device and includes a first output, the first signal path being configured to selectively receive input signals from the transducer, and form a first output signal at the first output by amplifying the input signals to provide a first gain. The first output is coupled to the audio processing circuitry. A second signal path is provided that is selectively coupled to the transducer via the switching device and includes a second output. The second gain is selected to be substantially larger than the first gain. The switching device is configured to switch the input signal between the first signal path and the second signal path. | 03-17-2011 |
Randy L. Smith, Sumner, IL US
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20120298350 | Well Cleaning Tool - A well cleaning tool including a tubular body, a cylindrical sleeve and at least one scratching element. The tubular body includes a threaded lower end for attaching to an end cap, and a plurality of first passages. The cylindrical sleeve is sized to receive the tubular body and includes a plurality of second passages such that the second passages are in alignment with the first passages. The at least one scratching element is preferably a rigid cable with frayed ends that is passed through the aligned first and second passages such that the frayed ends outwardly extend from an outer surface of the sleeve. Threading or tightening the tubular body lower end to the end cap will cause the first and second passages out of alignment, causing the rigid cable to crimp or pinch between the first and second passages, retaining the rigid cable in place. | 11-29-2012 |
Reanna Gayle Smith, Columbia, IL US
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20100283295 | HEATED COLLAPSIBLE ARTICLE OF FURNITURE - A heated collapsible article of furniture is provided. The article of furniture has a collapsible frame movable from an open orientation to a collapsed orientation. A heating element is formed integrally with the article of furniture and is configured for converting electrical energy to thermal energy. A rechargeable electrical storage device is couple to the heating element and configured to receive electrical energy photovoltaically and provide the electrical energy to the heating element. | 11-11-2010 |
Rebecca Smith, Glen Ellyn, IL US
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20130266905 | ORAL ENGAGEMENT ASSEMBLIES - The invention provides oral engagement assemblies and methods of using the oral engagement assemblies. In a general aspect, the oral engagement assembly includes a mouthpiece comprising a handle and a support attached to the handle. A diagnostic receptacle is insertable into the mouth-piece to form the oral engagement assembly. One or more diagnostic sensors can be fixedly or releasably inserted into the diagnostic receptacle. The invention also provides kits useful for making the oral engagement assemblies and using such oral engagement assemblies for diagnosing a condition or disease in the animal. | 10-10-2013 |
Rodney P. Smith, Moline, IL US
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20080314256 | FILTER HANDLING APPARATUS - An apparatus and method for precisely placing a beverage brewing filter into a beverage brew cup. Air pressure and velocity are used to overcome variations in the filter or environment. A hard stop and a filter catch are used to catch a filter at a first position, and to shuttle the filter to a second position to be placed in a brew cup. A shoulder may be provided in the catch to prevent rebound. | 12-25-2008 |
20090173043 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PLACING AND ATTACHING FORMED FILTERS INTO BREWING CUPS - A filter setting and sealing apparatus includes a wobble plate mounted to press a filter edge into a plane defined by the top rim of a brew cup. A sealer defined by expandable sealer jaws is moveable into the filter. The jaws are actuated for radial outward expansion to seal the filter to the cup proximate the filter rim and cup edge. A second sealer is used to seal any gaps remaining in the seal after initial sealing. Methods are disclosed. | 07-09-2009 |
20130181406 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PLACING AND ATTACHING FORMED FILTERS INTO BREWING CUPS - A filter setting and sealing apparatus includes a wobble plate mounted to press a filter edge into a plane defined by the top rim of a brew cup. A sealer defined by expandable sealer jaws is moveable into the filter. The jaws are actuated for radial outward expansion to seal the filter to the cup proximate the filter rim and cup edge. A second sealer is used to seal any gaps remaining in the seal after initial sealing. Methods are disclosed. | 07-18-2013 |
Sidney T. Smith, Lake Forest, IL US
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20090022985 | Multiple layer polymeric structure - The present invention provides a receptacle ( | 01-22-2009 |
Stephen Alan Smith, Naperville, IL US
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20100264201 | TWO-PIECE INSULATED CUP - The present invention generally provides an insulating vessel for beverages. The vessel has an outsert and a insert. The insert is positioned within the cavity of the outsert. In one embodiment the insert has a plurality of insulating members that are spaced from an inner surface of the outsert to define a series of air gaps between an outer surface of the insulating members and the inner surface of the outsert. In another embodiment, the insert and outsert have generally conical side walls with substantially the same taper angle so as to be in a friction lock relationship with one another. | 10-21-2010 |
20110089174 | RECLOSABLE CONTAINER LID - A reclosable lid for a container holding a flowable substance has a cover having an opening and a moveable element connected to the cover. The moveable element is moveable between at least one open position, wherein the flowable substance may flow through the opening, and at least one closed position, wherein the opening is obstructed. In some embodiments, the lid may include an overlay moveable between at least one open position and at least one closed position. | 04-21-2011 |
20120267005 | Filling Device for Use With a Container - A filling device directs a flow of a substance into a container. The filling device includes a bowl, a spout connected with the bowl, and a pusher. The pusher is connected with the spout to extend below the spout. The pusher has rounded bottom corner edges and is configured to move an inner lining away from an opening of the container without tearing the inner lining when the filling device is inserted in the opening. | 10-25-2012 |
20140070484 | FEEDER SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGE CONTAINER HOLDER PROCESS - A system includes a sheet holder configured to hold a sheet of blanks, the sheet of blanks including a first blank and a second blank attached to the first blank. A conveyor mechanism is configured to transport the sheet of blanks from the sheet holder to a separator mechanism. The separator mechanism is configured to apply a pulling force to the first blank. A resistance component is configured to apply a resistance force to the second blank to resist the pulling force. The pulling force and the resistance force are configured to separate the first blank from the second blank. | 03-13-2014 |
Stephen L. Smith, Arlington Heights, IL US
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20110200577 | BIOMATRICES TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN REGENERATIVE AND REPARATIVE CELLS - The invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition which comprises a fibrin clot and a cytokine and methods of delivering the composition to a site of disease or injury in vivo to attract and retain regenerative or reparative stem or myeloid cells and their differentiated progeny. | 08-18-2011 |
Susan A. Smith, Farmington, IL US
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20130036960 | PROTECTIVE BOAT RUB RAIL SYSTEM - A rub rail system for a vessel including a rigid track extrusion attached to a vessel, a resilient flexible fender extrusion, and a shock absorbing inner core. The inner core is disposed in the fender extrusion and the core is substantially softer than the fender extrusion. The fender extrusion is configured to matingly engage the track extrusion. The fender extrusion has an upper barb engaging an upper receiving cavity of the track extrusion and a lower barb engaging a lower receiving cavity of the track extrusion. The track extrusion has an upper tang engaging an upper recess of the fender extrusion and a lower tang engaging a lower recess of the fender extrusion. The track extrusion also includes an upper lip configured to engage a top portion of the perimeter of the vessel and a lower lip configured to engage a lower portion of the perimeter of the vessel. | 02-14-2013 |
20140048005 | PROTECTIVE BOAT RUB RAIL SYSTEM - A rub rail system for a vessel including a rigid track extrusion attached to a vessel, a resilient flexible fender extrusion, and a shock absorbing inner core. The inner core is disposed in the fender extrusion and the core is substantially softer than the fender extrusion. The fender extrusion is configured to matingly engage the track extrusion. The fender extrusion has an upper barb engaging an upper receiving cavity of the track extrusion and a lower barb engaging a lower receiving cavity of the track extrusion. The track extrusion has an upper tang engaging an upper recess of the fender extrusion and a lower tang engaging a lower recess of the fender extrusion. The track extrusion also includes an upper lip configured to engage a top portion of the perimeter of the vessel and a lower lip configured to engage a lower portion of the perimeter of the vessel. | 02-20-2014 |
Susan M. Smith, Oswego, IL US
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20120265659 | LOAN REPORTING ASSOCIATED WITH REAL ESTATE - Aspects described herein provide techniques for providing information on real estate loans. First user input indicating a request for identifying at least one exception for data elements associated with at least one real estate loan may be received. The at least one exception may be representative of a conditionally acceptable data element value or an unacceptable data element value. Data for the at least one real estate loan may be compared with business rules data concerning unconditionally acceptable values of the data. The at least one exception may be identified based upon the comparison. Second user input indicating one of a verification of the at least one exception for the conditionally acceptable data element value or a change of the value for the at least one exception for the unacceptable data element value may be received. | 10-18-2012 |
Thomas Smith, Woodstock, IL US
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20120246955 | Bearing adjustment dial gage tool - The bearing adjustment dial gage tool comprises a bar which mounts two spaced apart magnets on spindles which extend from the bar and a gage is mounted on the bar with a measuring pin extending from the gage for engaging a wheel hub to measure endplay when the tool is mounted with the two magnets to a wheel assembly. | 10-04-2012 |
Thomas Smith, Winfield, IL US
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20130015266 | SPRAY WASHER WITH A SOAP NOZZLEAANM Riley; ChrisAACI MadisonAAST INAACO USAAGP Riley; Chris Madison IN USAANM Smith; ThomasAACI WinfieldAAST ILAACO USAAGP Smith; Thomas Winfield IL US - A spray washer including a dispensing assembly having a water inlet connected to a pressurized water source, a spray outlet and a water actuator movable between a rest position and a dispensing position. When the water actuator is moved to the dispensing position, water from the pressurized water source enters the water inlet, flows through the dispensing assembly and exits from the spray outlet. The spray washer includes a soap reservoir having a soap outlet and in communication with the dispensing assembly, and a soap actuator movable between a rest position, where the soap outlet is closed off and clean, soap free water exits the spray outlet, and a dispensing position, where the soap outlet is at least partially open and a combination of water and soap exits the spray outlet. | 01-17-2013 |
20130242584 | UNIVERSAL TRAILER LIGHT UNIT - A universal automotive light includes a main housing constructed and arranged for accommodating a stop/tail/turn light assembly, a pair of opposed side marker apertures disposed on either side of stop/tail/turn light assembly, and a side marker light assembly constructed and arranged for engagement in a selected one of the side marker apertures. | 09-19-2013 |
Thomas E. Smith, Plainfield, IL US
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20110071736 | SLIDABLY ADJUSTABLE FIFTH WHEEL HITCH ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR THE SAME - An automatically adjustable fifth wheel assembly for a vehicle and trailer combination that adjusts the position of the trailer relative to the vehicle is provided. | 03-24-2011 |
Thomas E. Smith, Darien, IL US
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20100242396 | Suspended Ceiling System - A grid system is provided that is particularly suited for the suspended ceiling system that varies in the vertical plane. An elongated carrier tube is provided the spans substantially the width of the grid system that has a slot therein adapted to receive the strengthening bulb of a main runner. A clip is provided that seats on the carrier tube that has opposed faces for capturing the bulb of the runner, so as to secure the runner to the tube carrier. | 09-30-2010 |
20110067337 | Concealed Ceiling Panel System - A flexible ceiling panel is preferably formed from sheet metal, such as aluminum sheet. Each ceiling panel has a generally rectangular shape (corresponding in width to the spacing between the main runners) and is formed with a hem on all four edges. A series of bendable tabs are formed integrally with the hem of the panel. To secure the panel to the associated grid system, the tabs are folded upwardly and outwardly from the panel along two axes to secure the panel to the grid system. Alternatively, a plurality of separate spring clips is used to secure the panel to the grid system. Each clip includes a first leg adapted to have at least a portion thereof received in the hem of the ceiling panel. A second leg extends generally perpendicularly from the first leg and includes a detent extending toward the first leg, the detent being adapted to secure the clip to the flange of the runner. | 03-24-2011 |
Thomas Franklin Smith, Downers Grove, IL US
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20130238115 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING UTILIZATION OF INVENTORY SPACE FOR DISPENSABLE ARTICLES - A system and method for optimizing the utilization of inventory space for articles dispensable from an article dispensing machine is provided. A subset of articles in the article dispensing machine may be targeted for removal for various purposes. Based on a list of the subset of articles, the article dispensing machine may move the subset of articles from a storage unit to a predetermined area, such as a merchandising zone of the storage unit or a separate article removal bin. The subset of articles may be removed from the predetermined area, followed by loading of new articles to the predetermined area. | 09-12-2013 |
20130238116 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING UTILIZATION OF INVENTORY SPACE FOR DISPENSABLE ARTICLES - A system and method for optimizing the utilization of inventory space for articles dispensable from an article dispensing machine is provided. A subset of articles in the article dispensing machine may be targeted for removal. Based on a list of the subset of articles, the article dispensing machine may move the subset of articles from a storage unit to a predetermined area. The subset of articles may be removed from the predetermined area, followed by loading of new articles to the predetermined area. Quicker and more efficient removal and loading of articles from and to the article dispensing machine may result. | 09-12-2013 |
20140367399 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING UTILIZATION OF INVENTORY SPACE FOR DISPENSABLE ARTICLES - A system and method for optimizing the utilization of inventory space for articles dispensable from an article dispensing machine is provided. A subset of articles in the article dispensing machine may be targeted for removal for various purposes. Based on a list of the subset of articles, the article dispensing machine may move the subset of articles from a storage unit to a predetermined area, such as a merchandising zone of the storage unit or a separate article removal bin. The subset of articles may be removed from the predetermined area, followed by loading of new articles to the predetermined area. | 12-18-2014 |
Thomas P. Smith, Winfield, IL US
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20110259379 | WASH WAND ATTACHMENT SYSTEM - A wash wand attachment system is provided, including a wash wand having a first end configured for receiving an attachment and defining a longitudinal axis, a key formation secured to the first end and having a releasable latch, and a wand attachment having a socket configured for releasably receiving the key formation. The key formation and the socket are constructed and arranged such that upon relative engagement, the attachment is prevented from rotational movement about the axis, and also from movement in the direction of the axis. | 10-27-2011 |
20140132402 | WIRELESS TOW LIGHT OPERATING SYSTEM - A tow vehicle operating system is provided for wirelessly connecting a first lighting system of a towing vehicle to a second lighting system of a towed vehicle. A wireless transmitter on the towing vehicle broadcasts a linking signal having an identification code and an associated data indicating a present status of lights of the towing vehicle based on an illumination signal from the towing vehicle, over a selected one of a plurality of distinct channels or frequencies. A wireless receiver on the towed vehicle receives the linking signal and verifies the identification code, and transmits an acknowledgement signal to the transmitter, thereby locking in the selected channel or frequency for a wireless communication between the first and second lighting systems. Lights of the towed vehicle are operated in response to the associated data of the linking signal. | 05-15-2014 |
Tijuana Smith, Hinsdale, IL US
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20090025092 | SECURE ONLINE DATA STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM AND METHOD - In a preferred embodiment, a secure online data storage and retrieval system and method is provided. This may include a secure database capable of storing personal data provided by users, and a website in communication with the database which may be accessible to users who enter personal information. The website can securely receive and securely transfer user personal data to or from one or more third parties, such as private and/or state and/or federal governmental entities, upon a user's request. An API source code interface or other secure method of transmission may be used for this purpose. Portions of the personal data may be authenticated by one or more third parties prior to storage in the database. In this manner, users may be permitted to quickly obtain authenticated copies of various documents or send such copies to desired recipients. This can be especially advantageous should such documents (e.g., birth certificates, passports, etc.) be lost, stolen or destroyed. | 01-22-2009 |
Timothy Smith, Rolling Meadows, IL US
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20120118982 | METHOD FOR GENERATING IMAGES FROM TEXT - A computer assisted method for generating an image from a text character includes the steps of reading the text character from a machine readable storage device and pattern mapping the text character to a pattern of multiple-valued text characters, and rendering the image. | 05-17-2012 |
20150060556 | METHOD FOR GENERATING IMAGES FROM TEXT - A computer assisted method for generating an image from a text character includes the steps of reading the text character from a machine readable storage device and pattern mapping the text character to a pattern of multiple-valued text characters, and rendering the image. | 03-05-2015 |
Todd Bartholomew Smith, Peoria, IL US
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20130306395 | Operator Interface for Machine Control - An operator interface for advanced transmission control of a vehicle is disclosed. The operator interface may include a hand operated joystick mounted on a vehicle and a roller mounted on the joystick, the roller having at least two detents for providing at least four distinct states of speed control, the at least four distinct states including one or more increasing states and one or more decreasing states. In another embodiment, the roller of the operator interface may include at least one detent for providing at least three distinct states of speed control, the at least three distinct states including at least one increasing state, at least one decreasing state, and at least one other speed state provided in one of either an increasing state or a decreasing state. | 11-21-2013 |
20140060216 | Ergonomics Test Buck - A test buck, a test buck system and related method are disclosed. The test buck system may comprise a controller and a test buck. The test buck may include a portable bed, a seat module mounted to the bed, and a first OIM disposed on the bed. At least a portion of the first OIM may be selectively moveable in at least four degrees of freedom, up to six degrees of freedom. The controller may be electrically connected to a first Operator Interface Module (OIM). The controller may be configured to selectively move at least a portion of the first OIM in at least four to six degrees of freedom. | 03-06-2014 |
20140315164 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING OPERATOR PERFORMANCE - System and method for improving operator performance are provided. According to one embodiment, the method includes monitoring operation of a machine operated by an operator, analyzing performance of the operator based on the operation of the machine, rating the performance of the operator according to a plurality of skill levels, and adjusting capabilities of the machine according to the rating. Based on at least one of the analysis or the rating, the operator is provided with individualized guidance, which is configured to assist the operator to improve the performance of the operator. | 10-23-2014 |
Travis R. Smith, Alton, IL US
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20120111588 | COMBINED VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL TILLAGE WITH HARDPAN PENETRATION - An exemplary best mode embodiment and various alternative embodiments are shown for combining horizontal and vertical tillage to solve both weed control and penetration of compaction layer. In one exemplary embodiment a large colter or tine is disposed behind a plow, sweep, concave disc, or other horizontal tillage implement to slice the soil to penetrate any compaction created by the implement. In another exemplary embodiment, a colter with lateral blades penetrates a surface compaction layer, chops crop residue and hoes and levels the soil all in one pass with one implement. We have discovered that a deeper-penetrating tailing ground slicing implement behind a horizontal tillage device results in full root depth for a stronger crop and better yields with normally deep-rooted crops such as corn and the like. | 05-10-2012 |
Victor Smith, Saint Charles, IL US
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20110170704 | Audio Speaker and Lighting Track Power Supply System - A line voltage track lighting system comprises a track, a power feed, and a wireless speaker fixture. The track has first and second conductors. The power feed supplies line voltage to the first and second conductors. The wireless speaker fixture is attached to said first and second conductors of said track. | 07-14-2011 |
Victor Smith, Oak Park, IL US
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20100271847 | Field bendable line voltage track lighting system - A bendable line voltage track lighting system includes a track having a conductor subassembly and first and second bendable sheaths that engage the conductor subassembly. The conductor subassembly includes first and second insulators that receive first and second bus-bars, respectively, and a compression gasket for biasing the two insulators into engagement with guide grooves in the bendable sheaths. Power is fed to the track by power connectors that engage the bus-bars contained within the conductor subassembly. Light fixtures are powered by making electrical contact with the bus-bars of the conductor subassembly. | 10-28-2010 |
Wayne Smith, Crystal Lake, IL US
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20110254637 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANAGING INTERFERENCE IN A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a matching network including a tunable reactance circuit configured to be coupled to at least one of a transmitter portion and a receiver portion of a communication device, wherein the tunable reactance circuit is adjustable to a plurality of tuning states, and wherein the determination of a tuning state is based on parameters associated with a detected interference. Additional embodiments are disclosed. | 10-20-2011 |
20110254638 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANAGING INTERFERENCE IN A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a matching network including a tunable reactance circuit configured to be coupled to at least one of a transmitter portion and a receiver portion of a communication device, where the tunable reactance circuit is adjustable to a plurality of tuning states, and where the determination of a tuning state is based on whether detected signal measurements are determined to be invalid and is based on information from at least one of an open-loop or closed-loop feedback configuration of the tunable reactance circuit. Additional embodiments are disclosed. | 10-20-2011 |
20140378076 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANAGING INTERFERENCE IN A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a matching network including a tunable reactance circuit configured to be coupled to at least one of a transmitter portion and a receiver portion of a communication device, where the tunable reactance circuit is adjustable to a plurality of tuning states, and where the determination of a tuning state is based on whether detected signal measurements are determined to be invalid and is based on information from at least one of an open-loop or closed-loop feedback configuration of the tunable reactance circuit. Additional embodiments are disclosed. | 12-25-2014 |
20150031314 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANAGING INTERFERENCE IN A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a matching network including a tunable reactance circuit configured to be coupled to at least one of a transmitter portion and a receiver portion of a communication device, wherein the tunable reactance circuit is adjustable to a plurality of tuning states, and wherein the determination of a tuning state is based on parameters associated with a detected interference. Additional embodiments are disclosed. | 01-29-2015 |
William Smith, Bloomington, IL US
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20090196794 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RAPID HEAT TRANSFER STERILIZATION - A device and method is disclosed for sterilizing objects, commonly dental, medical, or veterinary instruments. By subjecting the objects to heat, the objects are sterilized quickly and more conveniently. The invention allows for user controls and treatment cycles to suit the needs of the sterilizing industry. | 08-06-2009 |
William Bryan Smith, Bloomington, IL US
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20130078161 | Rapid Heat Transfer Sterilization System For Surgical Instruments And Devices - A device and system is disclosed for sterilizing objects, commonly dental, medical, or veterinary instruments, by enhancing rapid hot air diffusion into an instrument container by means of a sliding cover overlaying an opening in the bottom of the instrument container when in the closed position and sliding horizontally to reveal the opening in the open position, allowing rapidly flowing hot air into the container for medical article sterilization. The sliding cover is moved to the open position just prior to the sterilization process by a mechanical means incorporated into the sterilizer with the sliding cover remaining in the open position through the completion of the sterilization process. Once the sterilization cycle is complete, the mechanical means is reversed, closing, sealing, and locking the sliding cover in place over the opening before the instrument container is removed from the sterilizer, ensuring continued medical instrumentation sterility inside the container. | 03-28-2013 |
William C. Smith, Cahokia, IL US
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20110171360 | Frozen Confections Comprising Protein Hydrolysate Compositions and Method for Producing the Frozen Confections - The present invention provides frozen confection compositions and dairy-analog frozen confection compositions and the method for producing the frozen confection compositions. In particular, the frozen confections comprise protein hydrolysate compositions, which are generally comprised of polypeptide fragments having primarily either an arginine residue or a lysine residue at each carboxyl terminus. | 07-14-2011 |
20110172142 | Functional Food Paste - Food compositions include carbohydrate, fat, and at least about 15 wt. % protein based on the total weight of the composition and a water activity of less than about 0.85 aw when measured at 25 degree celsius or a shelf-life at 25 degree celsius of at least 12 months. The food compositions are provided in a ready-to-eat form or incorporated into a bar, chew, filling or paste. | 07-14-2011 |
20110183900 | High Caloric Enteral Formulations - Compositions and methods relating to high caloric enteral formulations are disclosed herein. The invention provides a dietary composition comprising hydrolyzed soy protein and having a low viscosity and acceptable shelf life. Methods of using the dietary compositions of the invention are also disclosed. | 07-28-2011 |
20140030416 | Frozen Confections Comprising Protein Hydrolysate Compositions and Method for Producing the Frozen Confections - The present invention provides frozen confection compositions and dairy-analog frozen confection compositions and the method for producing the frozen confection compositions. In particular, the frozen confections comprise protein hydrolysate compositions, which are generally comprised of polypeptide fragments having primarily either an arginine residue or a lysine residue at each carboxyl terminus. | 01-30-2014 |
20140127381 | LIQUID FOOD COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SOY WHEY PROTEINS THAT HAVE BEEN ISOLATED FROM PROCESSING STREAMS - A liquid food composition comprising soy whey proteins that have been isolated from processing streams, wherein the food composition is used to form liquid food product. A process for recovering and isolating soy whey proteins and other components from soy processing streams is also disclosed. | 05-08-2014 |
20140134316 | DESSERT COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SOY WHEY PROTEINS THAT HAVE BEEN ISOLATED FROM PROCESSING STREAMS - A dessert composition comprising soy whey proteins that have been isolated from processing streams, wherein the dessert composition is used to form a dessert food product. A process for recovering and isolating soy whey proteins and other components from soy processing streams is also disclosed. | 05-15-2014 |
20140141127 | BEVERAGE COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SOY WHEY PROTEINS THAT HAVE BEEN ISOLATED FROM PROCESSING STREAMS - A beverage composition comprising soy whey proteins that have been isolated from processing streams, wherein the beverage composition is used to form a beverage product. A process for recovering and isolating soy whey proteins and other components from soy processing streams is also disclosed. | 05-22-2014 |
William C. Smith, Chillicothe, IL US
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20090108541 | Sealing system - A bushing includes an interior surface, an exterior surface, a first end, and a second end. An end face forms at least part of each of the first end and the second end. At least one of the exterior surface and the end face includes a sealing surface formed at least in part of a coating including a material having a hardness level greater than about 1200 Knoop. The sealing surface has a thickness greater than about 35 microns and an average roughness (Ra) less than about 0.25 micron. In one embodiment, the bushing may be used on an endless track for a track-type work machine. | 04-30-2009 |
Zachary Smith, Chicago, IL US
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20120277872 | Interbody fusion device with snap on anterior plate and associated methods - A method and apparatus is provided for use in spinal fusion procedures. An interbody fusion device has a first piece that is a load bearing device designed to bear the axial loading from the end plates of adjacent vertebrae. A second piece of the interbody fusion device is a retention device whose function is to prevent migration of the load bearing device. One or more fasteners secure the retention device to the vertebrae above and below the load bearing device. The fasteners cause the end plates of the vertebrae to compress the end plates to the load bearing device to facilitate proper fusion. The device includes a snap in mechanism for coupling the first piece to the second piece. | 11-01-2012 |