Stack, US

Benjamin A. Stack, Broomall, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150047122	INFANT PLAYPEN CAPABLE OF RECEIVING THE INSTALLATION OF MULTIPLE REMOVABLE ACCESSORIES - An infant playpen includes a plurality of upright legs, and a first and a second upper side rail assembly supported by the upright legs. Each of the first and a second upper side rail assembly includes at least one elongated segment having an outer surface, and a plurality of positioning regions are defined on the outer surfaces of the elongated segments, each of the positioning regions being configured to locate a connection of a removable accessory on the infant playpen. An infant care system is also disclosed, which includes the infant playpen and a removable accessory installed thereon. One selected positioning region of the first upper side rail assembly can be received in a housing of the removable accessory, and a locking part of the removable accessory is displaced to a locked position that retains the selected positioning region in the housing.	02-19-2015

Brendan Stack, Vienna, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080202530	Device and Method for the Treatment of Movement Disorders - An orthotic device and method that reduces or eliminates the physical effects associated with movement disorders, such as Tourette's Syndrome, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Specifically, the device and method eliminates or substantially reduces the involuntary movements and premonitory urges associated with movement disorders without the need for medication or surgery. The device and method also eliminates or substantially reduces the pain, nerve stimulation and other effects associated with TMJ disorders, such as displaced articulated disks. The device includes a base portion and adjustable raised spacers that adjust the position of the mandible to relieve pressure exerted on the trigeminal nerve (the fifth cranial nerve or CN V), retrodiscal tissue, and other nerves due to improper TMJ alignment. The liberation of pressure and stimulation on the trigeminal nerve, retrodiscal tissue and other nerves eliminates the involuntary movements, pain and stimulation associated with these conditions. The method also relieves other associated conditions, such as headaches or migraines, sleep disorder breathing, vertigo, and the like.	08-28-2008

Casey Stack, Peoria, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140022169	Method and apparatus for graphical user interface interaction on a domed display - A graphical user interface is implemented as a human interface device which can directly sense where on a domed screen a user is pointing. The human interface device can be an optical pointing device which emits a beam of light, preferably produced using a laser, which can be tracked by a camera appropriately located inside the dome. As an alternative, the human interface device can be a hand held device capable of tracking position and orientation. Data produced by the human interface device is then detected and mapped to the location for a corresponding cursor.	01-23-2014

Casey Stack, Centerville, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110036983	IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD USING HIGHLY COLLIMATED SOURCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION - An identification system and method comprising a beacon unit using a highly collimated source of electromagnetic radiation, which emits towards a thermal imaging unit highly directional radiation. In this manner, improved visual identification of the beacon unit and the carrier associated therewith through the imaging unit can be achieved over both short and long distances. In particular, detection of the beacon unit is aided by emitting highly collimated radiation with high power density at great distances. When detected by the sensor array, an image of the emitted radiation is indeed displayed as a bright spot of light on the display, thus eliciting the attention of a viewer observing a scene through the imaging unit. Blooming of an array of sensing elements provided in the imaging unit may further be fostered by delivering a great amount of power to the imaging unit, thus improving detection of the beacon unit.	02-17-2011

Catharine B. Stack, Glenmoore, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120016594	METHOD FOR TRANSLATING GENETIC INFORMATION FOR USE IN PHARMACOGENOMIC MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS AND PERSONALIZED MEDICINE RESEARCH - A gene-drug specific system for classifying individual genetic variants based on strength-of-evidence of clinical utility from published scientific and clinical data that support their effect on modifying drug response and behavior. This allows categorization of the genetic variants into evidence classes that have a wide range of uses such as pharmacogenomic molecular diagnostics and personalized medicine research designed to guide the clinical implementation of PGx. Furthermore, this information can be combined with a knowledgebase of drug-response phenotypes, a knowlegebase of specific drug-induced outcomes and individual patient diplotype information for a gene-drug combination into a programmed computer to output corresponding patient-specific predicted drug responses.	01-19-2012

Charles M. Stack, Cleveland, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090182750	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FLASH FOLDER ACCESS TO SERVICE METADATA IN A METADATA REPOSITORY - Embodiments are systems and methods for automatic submission of service metadata files into a metadata repository by utilizing a protocol for web-based distributed authoring and versioning to expose a folder as a virtual view of a categorization in a hierarchy of categorizations in a metadata repository. After a service metadata file is submitted to the folder, the system automatically introspects the service metadata file to identify service information, and then the system automatically creates a service asset in the metadata repository.	07-16-2009

Charles P. Stack, Louisville, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110144938	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DIRECTING THE USE OF A CORIOLIS FLOW METER - A method and apparatus is disclosed that guides a user through a sequence of steps that will allow the user to complete a predefined task using the flow meter. The steps include: selecting a predefined task, displaying a sequence of steps that directs the user through a process for using the Coriolis flow meter to complete the predefined task, and operating the Coriolis flow meter in response to the sequence of steps to complete the predefined task.	06-16-2011

Charles Paul Stack, Las Vegas, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150068271	METHOD FOR CALIBRATING A MULTIPLE FLOW CONDUIT FLOW METER - A method for calibrating a multiple flow conduit flow meter (200) is provided according to an embodiment of the invention. The multiple flow conduit flow meter (200) includes a first flow conduit (201) conducting a first flow stream and a pair of first pickoff sensors (215, 215′) affixed to the first flow conduit (201). The multiple flow conduit flow meter (200) further includes at least one additional flow conduit (202) conducting at least one additional flow stream and at least one pair of additional pickoff sensors (216, 216′) affixed to the at least one additional flow conduit (202).	03-12-2015

Charles Paul Stack, Broomfield, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100206090	VIBRATORY FLOW METER AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING A FLUID TEMPERATURE OF A FLOW MATERIAL - A vibratory flow meter (	08-19-2010
20100299089	SYSTEM, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR DETECTING A PROCESS DISTURBANCE IN A VIBRATING FLOW DEVICE - The present invention relates to a system, a method, and a computer program product for detecting a process disturbance from entrained gas or particulates within a fluid flowing in a vibrating flow device (	11-25-2010
20140039814	SYSTEM, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR DETECTING A PROCESS DISTURBANCE IN A VIBRATING FLOW DEVICE - The present invention relates to a system, a method, and a computer program product for detecting a process disturbance from entrained gas or particulates within a fluid flowing in a vibrating flow device (	02-06-2014

Charles Paul Stack, Louisville, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080234949	Meter Electronics And Methods For Determining One Or More Of A Stiffness Coefficient Or A Mass Coefficient - A meter electronics (	09-25-2008
20080257065	Single Input, Multiple Output Flow Meter - A single input, multiple output flow meter (	10-23-2008
20100175456	MULTIPLE FLOW CONDUIT FLOW METER - A multiple flow conduit flow meter (	07-15-2010

Charles R. Stack, Aurora, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110223644	Device for fuel and chemical production from biomass-sequestered carbon dioxide and method therefor - A process and apparatus for sequestering carbon and converting it to fuel, such as methane, and/or materials, such as fermentation substrates, biopolymers, bioplastics, oils, pigments, biochar, metals, such as mercury, chromium and arsenic, fibers, proteins, vitamins, fertilizers and animal feed. The apparatus comprises a deep well carbon-sequestering bioreactor coaxially located within a deep well anaerobic bioreactor. Carbon is sequestered into a photosynthetic biomass or a heterotrophic biomass, which is subsequently digested by an anaerobic biomass containing methanogenic microbes, whereby methane is a digestion product. Alternatively, the biomass can be subjected to physical-chemical treatment to produce oil and other useful byproducts.	09-15-2011
20160075982	DEVICE FOR FUEL AND CHEMICAL PRODUCTION FROM BIOMASS-SEQUESTERED CARBON DIOXIDE AND METHOD THEREFOR - A process and apparatus for converting sequestered carbon to fuel, such as methane, and/or materials, such as fermentation substrates, biopolymers, bioplastics, oils, pigments, fibers, proteins, vitamins, fertilizers and animal feed. The apparatus comprises a deep well carbon-sequestering bioreactor coaxially located within a deep well anaerobic bioreactor. Carbon is sequestered into a photosynthetic biomass or a heterotrophic biomass, which is subsequently digested by an anaerobic biomass containing methanogenic microbes, whereby methane is a digestion product.	03-17-2016

Charllie Stack, Kernesville, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090211137	Product Identification Device, System, And Method - A product identification device, system, and method can include an inner card slidable into and out of an outer sleeve, product identification information for a plurality of products arranged along an axis of the inner card, and product characteristics arranged along another axis of the inner card that are selectively associated with each of the plurality of products. The inner card can be slid relative to the outer sleeve to display the product identification information in a product identification window in the outer sleeve one product at a time. The product characteristics for the product displayed in the product identification window can be simultaneously displayed in a product characteristic window in the outer sleeve adjacent the product identification window.	08-27-2009

Colleen Stack, Durham, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140148883	Intravascular Electrode System and Method - An intravascular electrode system includes an expandable anchor and a flexible substrate which carries at least one electrode. The anchor is positioned in a blood vessel and expanded to an expanded position to bias the electrode in contact with the vessel wall. The flexible substrate may be longitudinally withdrawn from its position between the anchor and the vessel wall without removing the anchor from the blood vessel. A second flexible substrate may be longitudinally inserted into position between the anchor and vessel wall as replacement for the first substrate.	05-29-2014

Colleen Stack, Chapel Hill, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120208786	BISPHOSPHONATE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING HEART FAILURE - The present invention provides for methods and compositions for treating and/or preventing cardiac dysfunction by administering to subject a therapeutically effective amount of a bisphosphonate, functional analogue or a pharmaceutically effective salt thereof.	08-16-2012
20140052208	Neuromodulation Systems and Methods for Treating Acute Heart Failure Syndromes - A neuromodulation system for treating acute heart failure syndromes includes a first catheter having a parasympathetic therapy element adapted for positioning within a first blood vessel such as a superior vena cava, and a second catheter sympathetic therapy element adapted for positioning with a second, different, blood vessel such as the pulmonary artery. The catheters comprise a system in which one of catheters is slidably disposed over the other of the catheters. The system may further be slidably disposed over a third elongate element such as a Swan-Ganz catheter positionable within a pulmonary artery, such that the Swan-Ganz may be used for monitoring parameters such as blood pressure and cardiac output during neuromodulation therapy. The parasympathetic therapy element is energized to deliver neuromodulation therapy to a parasympathetic nerve fiber such as a vagus nerve, while the sympathetic therapy element is energized to deliver neuromodulation therapy to a sympathetic nerve fiber such as a sympathetic cardiac nerve fiber. For treatment of acute heart failure syndromes, the neuromodulation therapy may be used to lower heart rate and increase cardiac inotropy.	02-20-2014
20140172006	SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING TRANSCATHETER AORTIC VALVE PROCEDURES USING FEMORAL ACCESS - A device for facilitating use of instruments disposed through an aortic arch includes an embolic deflector having a first surface positionable in contact with a wall of an aortic arch such that a porous barrier portion of the embolic deflector covers ostia of at least the brachiocephalic and left common carotid arteries. A second surface is disposed on an opposite face from the first surface. A lubricious guide track is disposed on the second surface and extends longitudinally on the embolic deflector. The deflector and/or guide track is supported by a shaft that is extendable through a femoral artery and descending aorta to position the guide within the aortic arch. During use, the device is percutaneously introduced via the femoral artery and advanced into the aorta. The porous barrier portion of the deflector is positioned over the target ostia, and the guide track thus faces into the aortic arch. An instrument passed through the aortic arch, such as an aortic valve delivery system introduced via a femoral artery, is advanced along the lubricious guide track towards a target site (e.g. the aortic valve), minimizing contact between the instrument and the wall of the aorta.	06-19-2014

Darrell K. Stack, Casper, WY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130281789	Eye Opening Device - A device comprises a first member comprising a tong portion, a pivot point, and a handle portion. A second member comprises a tong portion, a pivot point, and a handle portion, in which the first member and the second member are joined at the pivot points. A first contact member comprises a surface being configured for contacting a tissue portion. The first contact member is joined to a distal end of the first member with the surface generally facing away from a plane formed by the joined tong portions. A second contact member comprises a surface being configured for contacting a tissue portion. The second contact member is joined to a distal end of the second member with the surface generally facing away from the plane, in which a rotation of the first member and the second member about the pivot point is operable for separating the tissue portions.	10-24-2013

David J. Stack, Mt. Prospect, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090279154	Virtual Image Projector - Systems and methods are provided for projecting a virtual image of an object. A projector mounted on the object for projecting a light beam. A photographic plate is provided that includes an interference pattern imprinted onto at least one surface, wherein the interference pattern manipulates the light to form a hologram beam such that a detector detecting the hologram beam detects a virtual image of the object that has a light signature at a greater intensity than a light signature of the object.	11-12-2009

David Vinton Stack, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100131310	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CARRIER CAPACITY AND ALLOCATION MANAGEMENT - Generally described, aspects of the present invention are directed at software systems for managing the logistics of one or more voyages. In accordance with one embodiment, a method is provided for collecting and disseminating voyage data in a computer networking environment. In this regard, the method includes providing a user interface that is accessible in the computer networking environment configured with controls for accepting input from one or more users. Then, a set of voyage data is collected from the user interface that describes the attributes of the cargo scheduled to be shipped on a voyage. As data is obtained from users, the method calculates a set of utilization statistics based on the collected voyage data that describes the extent that the capacity available from a carrier will be utilized. In this regard, the collected voyage data and utilization statistics may be accessed by authorized users from a central location.	05-27-2010

Dean Stack, Bethlehem, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140074737	SCREENING AND MONITORING DATA TO ENSURE THAT A SUBJECT ENTITY COMPLIES WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS - There is provided a method that includes (a) receiving an electronic communication that includes a description of a subject entity, (b) matching the input record to data in a first database, where the data includes an identifier of the subject entity, (c) generating a consolidated input that includes the description and the identifier, (d) searching a second database for adverse information concerning the subject entity, based on the consolidated input (e) producing a result that indicates whether the searching yielded the adverse information, and (f) issuing, by way of an electronic communication, a report that includes the result. There is also provided a system that performs the method, and a storage device that contains instructions for controlling a processor to perform the method.	03-13-2014

Douglas Richard Stack, Fishers, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140343151	LEUKOTRIENE B4 ANTAGONIST COMPOUND - The present invention provides a compound of Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Also, the present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The present invention further provides methods for treating abdominal aortic aneurysm or atherosclerosis comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a pharmaceutical composition comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.	11-20-2014
20150284404	NOVEL BENZYL SULFONAMIDE COMPOUNDS USEFUL AS MOGAT-2 INHIBITORS - The present invention provides compounds of Formula I. Wherein R1, L, and A are as described herein, or a pharmaceutical salt thereof, processes for preparing the compounds, and methods of treating a condition, such as hypertriglyceridemia, using the compounds.	10-08-2015

Gary Michael Stack, Kingsport, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090326141	Blends of Polyesters and ABS Copolymers - Polymer blends comprising polyesters made from terephthalic acid; 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol; and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and copolymers made from acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene (ABS) monomers. These blends have a combination of toughness, heat resistance, high modulus, and good flowability-making them particularly useful in films, fibers, engineering molding plastics, and packaging.	12-31-2009
20100099828	Clear Binary Blends of Aliphatic Polyesters and Aliphatic-Aromatic Polyesters - This invention relates to a polymer blend comprising:	04-22-2010
20100159176	MISCIBLE BLENDS OF TEREPHTHALATE POLYESTERS CONTAINING 1,4-CYCLOHEXANEDIMETHANOL AND 2,2,4,4-TETRAMETHYLCYCLOBUTANE-1,3-DIOL - Disclosed are miscible, polyester blends that contain at least one first polyester comprising terephthalic acid and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and at least one second polyester comprising terephthalic acid, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol. The polyester blends have good clarity, toughness, and moldability and are useful for the preparation of shaped articles. Also disclosed are shaped articles prepared from the polyester blends.	06-24-2010
20100249293	POLYESTER BLENDS - Polyester blends comprising (1) polyesters prepared from terephthalic acid, 100 to 5 mol % of 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, and 0 to 95 mol % 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and (b) polyesters prepared from terephthalic acid and alkylene glycol. The blends may also contain an impact modifier and a phosphorous stabilizer. These blends can have a combination of thermal stability and toughness—making the materials useful in engineering molding plastics, packaging, films, and fibers.	09-30-2010
20120184668	Clear Ternary Blends of Polycarbonate with an Aliphatic Polyester and an Aromatic-Aliphatic Polyester - The present disclosure relates to clear polymer blends comprising an aromatic-aliphatic polyester comprising terephthalic acid, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol or ethylene glycol, an aliphatic polyester comprising 1,4 cyclohexane dicarboxylic acid and 1,4 cyclohexanedimethanol, and a polycarbonate comprising 4,4′-isopropylidenediphenol (bisphenol A). The compositions of the present disclosure have a certain combination of two or more properties of clarity, heat resistance, high glass transition temperatures, chemical resistance, toughness, miscibility, and/or good flowability, while retaining processability, which allow them to be easily formed into items, for example, molded articles, films, and fibers.	07-19-2012
20120184687	Clear Binary Blends of Aliphatic-Aromatic Polyesters and Copolyestercarbonates - The clear blends of this invention are unique compositions of matter and are prepared by blending polyesters prepared from terephthalic acid, 40 to 5 mole % 2,2,4,4-tetramethy-1,3-cyclobutanediol and 60 to 95 mole % 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol with a copolyestercarbonate comprising a bisphenol A diol component and 50-90 mole % isophthalic acid and 0-60 mole % terephthalic acid and 0 to 60 mole % carbonic acid. The composition of the blend includes up to about 95 weight % the copolyestercarbonate. These blends have a combination of clarity and toughness making the materials particularly useful in engineering molding plastics and packaging.	07-19-2012
20120322951	CLEAR BLENDS OF ALIPHATIC-AROMATIC POLYESTERS AND ALIPHATIC POLYESTERS - This invention relates to a miscible polymer blend comprising: (a) an aliphatic-aromatic polyester comprising 70 to 100 mole % terephthalic acid residues; and 75 to 100 mole % of 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol residues; and (b) at least one aliphatic polyester comprising cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid residues; and 75 to 100 mole % cyclohexanedimethanol residues.	12-20-2012
20130029167	COATING FOR THE INNER SURFACE OF PLASTIC BOTTLES FOR PROTECTION AGAINST DEGRADATION FROM VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS - The present invention relates to coatings for a polymer, the coating comprising a diacrylate of an aliphatic diol, a polyacrylate of an aliphatic polyol, a photoinitiator, wherein the average molecular weight between cross-links in the coating is less than 190 g/mol. The invention further relates to articles comprising the coating and a polymer.	01-31-2013

Gary Michael Stack, Blountville, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110086212	POLYESTER COMPOSITIONS FOR MOLDING CLEAR PARTS - This invention relates to certain poly(1,4-cyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate) copolyesters which are useful for the preparation of clear and tough thick wall molded parts, produced at good cycle times. The copolyesters can be molded into desired shapes such as cosmetic jars, fragrance caps, tool handles, and toothbrushes. These molded articles can have thick or thin walls and may be molded in a two shot molding process. The copolyesters also have good flow and reduced cycle times.	04-14-2011

Gary Paul Stack, Ambler, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080200541	Benzofuranyl Alkanamine Derivatives and Uses Thereof - Compounds of formula I or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are provided:	08-21-2008
20090042895	Antidepressant Piperidine Derivatives of Heterocycle-Fused Benzodioxans - Compounds of the Formula:	02-12-2009
20090082434	Dihydrobenzofuranyl Alkanamine Derivatives and Methods for Using Same - Compounds of Formula 1 or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are provided:	03-26-2009
20100035871	BENZOXAZINE DERIVATIVES AND USES THEREOF - Compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are provided, wherein each of Z, X, R	02-11-2010
20100160411	BENZOXATHIINE AND BENZOXATHIOLE DERIVATIVES AND USES THEREOF - Compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are provided, wherein each of R	06-24-2010

Glen A. Stack, Scotia, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150020731	DEFECT REDUCTION IN SEEDED ALUMINUM NITRIDE CRYSTAL GROWTH - Bulk single crystal of aluminum nitride (AlN) having an areal planar defect density≦100 cm	01-22-2015

Jared Stack, Charlotte, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110141567	Selective diffractive optical element and a system including the same - A selective diffractive optical element includes a first diffractive region having a first design on a first surface of a substrate, and a second diffractive region having a second design on the first surface of the substrate, the first and second designs being different, wherein, by altering a position of a cross-section of an illumination beam, the selective diffractive optical element outputs a desired proportion of the two diffractive patterns aligned along an optical axis of the illumination beam.	06-16-2011

John F. Stack, Dublin, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090210096	CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR DATA CENTERS - A data center has equipment racks in which electronic equipment is disposed and a climate control system that includes a computer room air conditioner (CRAC) and an air economizer. The climate control system includes a control module that controls the climate control system. The control module determines whether outside air is suitable for use in cooling the data center based on the dry bulb temperature and humidity of the outside air. If the outside air is not suitable for, only the CRAC is used to cool the data center. If the outside air is suitable for use, outside air and not the CRAC is used to cool the data center when the dry bulb temperature of the outside air is below a minimum outside air dry bulb temperature set point. The outside air is conditioned before it is introduced as supply air into the data center so that the supply air is above a minimum temperature. If the outside air is suitable for use and the dry bulb temperature of the outside air is above the minimum outside air dry bulb temperature set point, the control module determines a cooling percentage of cooling of the data center to be provided by the CRAC and a cooling percentage to be provided by the outside air, where the percentage can range from zero percent to one-hundred percent. The control module then controls the climate control system so that the CRAC and outside air provide cooling of the data center according to their respective determined cooling percentages.	08-20-2009

Lance C. Stack, Aurora, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090037675	Archival and Retrieval of Data Using Linked Pages and Value Compression - A method for archiving data comprises storing static information in a header compartment, the static information including one or more pointers. The method further comprises writing updated time stamps to a page compartment for one or more measurand updates, and writing, to a page compartment, a pointer to a data compartment entry. The method further comprises writing measurand data to a data compartment entry.	02-05-2009

Lillie Stack, Virginia Beach, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090294463	Wine glass insulator - A device for enveloping the exterior of drinking containers. The device includes a flexible wrap placed on the exterior of a drinking container, the flexible wrap shaped to accommodate stemware, glassware, wine glasses, and the like. The device secures to the drinking container, and provides insulation and handling grip for the user.	12-03-2009

Lisa Stack, Westfield, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110073548	SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A separation system comprises (i) at least two separation units, each separation unit comprising a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet, wherein the separation units are connected in series outlet to inlet to form a line of separation units, and (ii) sensing and adjustment means, provided in-line between each separation unit, for continuously monitoring and adjusting at least one environmental property parameter of fluid flowing from one separation unit to a subsequent separation unit in the line of separation units. Uses of the separation system and a method for purification of a liquid containing a desired species, using separation units and in-line adjustment of a fluid flow or flows, are also disclosed.	03-31-2011

Lisa Stack, Piscataway, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120217192	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PREPARATION OF LIQUID MIXTURES - A method for preparing a liquid flow having pre-defined characteristics by mixing liquid flows of at least two different component stock solutions with each other comprises the steps of determining a selected property value for one or more of the stock solutions by sensing, in a flow of each stock solution separately, at least one characteristic related to the property value for the stock solution, and based on the determined property value or values, mixing the stock solution flows in mixing ratios giving the desired mixed liquid flow. A system for carrying out the method comprises sensor means and a control unit, wherein the control unit is arranged to evaluate the characteristics sensed by the sensor means and provide relative ratios of stock solutions required to obtain a mixed liquid flow having the pre-defined characteristics.	08-30-2012

Mary S. Stack, Chicago, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100040675	COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR PROMOTING OR INHIBITING ANGIOGENESIS - Compounds, compositions and methods for promoting or inhibiting angiogenesis, and screening methods for identifying compounds are disclosed. The compounds bind to F1 ATP synthase, particularly to the alpha and/or beta subunits of F1 ATP synthase. When bound to these subunits, they can function as angiostatin agonists, antagonists, partial agonists, inverse agonists, or allosteric modulators. When the compounds mimic or enhance the activity of angiostatin, they inhibit angiogenesis. When the compounds inhibit the ability of angiostatin to bind F1 ATP synthase and are either inactive at inhibiting angiogenesis or directly promote angiogenesis, or if they inhibit the activity of angiostatin, they promote angiogenesis. The compounds can be, for example, antibodies, antibody fragments, enzymes, peptides, nucleic acids such as oligonucleotides, or small molecules. The antibodies can be monoclonal, humanized, or polyclonal antibodies. The compounds can be conjugated to or combined with various cytotoxic agents and/or labeled compounds. Methods for promoting angiogenesis can be used to introduce vasculature to areas in a patient that can benefit from such increased vasculature. Methods for inhibiting angiogenesis can be used to treat disorders mediated by angiogenesis, for example, tumors, autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, and the like.	02-18-2010

Matthew E. Stack, Pittsfield, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140255888	Optical neuroinformatics - A method is provided for improving cognitive performance assessment in a smooth pursuit cognitive performance test by using measurement metrics including a lead/lag metric, a radial inbounding metric, a path dependent velocity metric, a path drift metric, a velocity variability metric, or a variance statistics metric.	09-11-2014
20140342327	Removing learning effect from cognitive tests - A system for removing the learning effects from cognitive tests includes variation of the difficulty of the test between the administering of the tests so as to minimize the ability of a test taker to memorize a test.	11-20-2014
20140343450	Cognitive testing for drug compliance monitoring - A system for monitoring drug taking compliance utilizes cognitive testing after the scheduled administration of the medicine to determine compliance by measuring cognitive function.	11-20-2014
20140363796	Gesture-based cognitive testing - Gesture sensing is used as an input to perform cognitive function testing.	12-11-2014

Matthew E. Stack, Boston, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130308099	Eye tracking headset and system for neuropsychological testing including the detection of brain damage - A universal headset-mounted Neuropsychological Testing System utilizes eye tracking, with a single screen fixed with respect to the face and a dot on the screen driven to present an object that both eyes are focused on using a set of prisms, with the prisms eliminating interocular distance considerations. Ultrathin optics cast a virtual image at 40 centimeters and a universal mask against which the test taker's face is placed fixes the single screen with respect to the face so that head movement is not a factor. Additionally, miniature cameras are located in the headset housing beneath the eyes, and a quick release tensioning unit provides easy headset mounting and removal. Moreover, all elements are located in the headset hood to eliminate the effects of head movement as well as environmental distractions.	11-21-2013
20140046193	Desktop-based opto-cognitive device and system for cognitive assessment - A highly portable desktop arrangement for cognitive testing which eliminates environmental effects is provided by a clam shell enclosure having a face mask on one face and housing a computer screen at an opposing wall, with accurate gaze direction measurement made by determining the position of the pupil if an individual whose face is pressed to the mask for eliminating head movement relative to the computer screen.	02-13-2014
20140154650	Application of smooth pursuit cognitive testing paradigms to clinical drug development - The invention describes the process of applying smooth pursuit eye movement tests toward the detection of the efficacy and, or, toxicity of neuro-pharmaceutical compounds throughout the clinical drug development process. Several different paradigms in smooth pursuit tracking tests and several analysis methods and metrics may be used. Application of smooth pursuit tracking tests allows for a quantifiable measurement of a subject's cognitive behavior and function. This process provides a cost effective and objective test of efficacy of neuro-pharmaceutical drugs and increase the validity of the clinical drug development process.	06-05-2014
20140154651	Quantifying peak cognitive performance using graduated difficulty - A method to determine the subject's peak cognitive performance using smooth pursuit tracking tests. The method utilizes instantaneous performance feedback to accurately quantify the subject's peak cognitive performance by changing the difficulty of the test in response to the subject's performance.	06-05-2014
20140199670	Multimodal cognitive performance benchmarking and Testing - Multimodal cognitive performance testing identifies a benchmark test administered at the beginning and the end of a battery of tests in which cognitive resource changes are detected and are used to correct additional tests sandwiched between the benchmark tests. A test sequence methodology is described for deriving a minimum number of the additional tests and for ordering the additional tests based on multimodal test variables and correlation of a test with a predetermined cognitive function.	07-17-2014
20160038069	Eye Tracking Headset and System for Neuropsychological Testing Including the Detection of Brain Damage - A universal headset-mounted Neuropsychological Testing System utilizes eye tracking, with a single screen fixed with respect to the face and a dot on the screen driven to present an object that both eyes are focused on using a set of prisms, with the prisms eliminating interocular distance considerations. Ultrathin optics cast a virtual image at 40 centimeters and a universal mask against which the test taker's face is placed fixes the single screen with respect to the face so that head movement is not a factor. Additionally, miniature cameras are located in the headset housing beneath the eyes, and a quick release tensioning unit provides easy headset mounting and removal. Moreover, all elements are located in the headset hood to eliminate the effects of head movement as well as environmental distractions.	02-11-2016

Michael Stack, Wanaque, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150061546	TWO-OUTLET DIGITAL TIMER - A programmable timer for controlling two outlets that may be switched on and off in response to a programmed schedule where said programmable timer comprises an input device, a microprocessor, two switches and two outlets.	03-05-2015

Michael Richard Stack, Lakewood, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20160127466	METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING CONTENT DATA TO CONTENT CONSUMERS - An automated content extraction, transformation, and load (ETL) system extracts content from a source content system, transforms the content, loads the transformed content into a specific target system, and then allows a content consumer to search, request, and receive content data without communicating with the source content system. The system may retrieve content data of any type from one or more content delivery management (CMS) repositories using CMS connectors. The system then may extract content from the retrieved content items and may provide the extracted content items to a search platform for indexing. The system may extract the one or more content assets and store the extracted assets into a content delivery network (CDN), for example without communicating or accessing any of the CMS repositories.	05-05-2016

Michael T. Stack, North Chelmsford, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120331029	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DISTRIBUTED CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT - Method and apparatus for replicating data structures over a network in which each data structure is assigned an owner node among a plurality of networked peer nodes. Preferably that owner can be ascertained through information in the data structure. When an update to the data structure is desired by a non-owner, a request to modify the data structure is sent out on the network and when received by the owner, the owner performs the modification. The owner node can then notify the other nodes regarding the update. The method, implemented through a single-writer, multiple-reader paradigm, insures availability, partition tolerance and eventual consistency; it avoids the high overhead costs and single point of failure drawbacks of the prior art centralized management and locking protocols. Administrators can connect to any peer node in the network to manage, monitor and request modifications to a data structure.	12-27-2012

Ricardo Stack, Guilderland, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130233423	SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR OVER-SPEED PROTECTION OF A TURBO-MACHINE - This disclosure describes embodiments of a system and device to prevent damage that can occur during an over-speed condition in a turbo-machine. The embodiment includes a fluid circuit with a header, which couples to the turbo-machine, and a hydraulic circuit through which fluid can evacuate the header to a drain. The hydraulic circuit includes a trip header manifold with a pilot element in flow connection with a drain valve element that has an actuator to regulate the flow of fluid from the header. In one example, the pilot element uses solenoid valves to change the pressure of a fluid in the drain valve element and, in particular, maintains the actuator in a first position to prevent fluid to evacuate during normal operating conditions at the turbo-machine. When the over-speed condition occurs the actuator moves to a second position to place the header in flow connection with the drain.	09-12-2013

Ricardo Stack, Schenectady, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150247421	TRIP MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY FOR TURBINE SYSTEMS - A system includes a trip manifold assembly (TMA). The TMA includes a plurality of block valves configured to receive a flow of fluid from a hydraulic power unit (HPU), and a plurality of solenoid valves configured to admit the flow of fluid to actuate the plurality of block valves, a plurality of dump valves, and a plurality of relay valves of the TMA. The plurality of solenoid valves is configured to admit a respective portion of the flow of fluid. The plurality of dump valves is configured to depressurize a trip header of the TMA as an output to operate a plurality of stop valves coupled to a turbine system. The TMA is configured to regulate the flow of fluid to control the operation of the plurality of stop valves as a mechanism to interrupt an operation of the turbine system.	09-03-2015

Richard Stack, Chaper Hill, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130296764	SATIATION DEVICES AND METHODS - A device for inducing weight loss in a patient includes a tubular prosthesis self-expandable from a collapsed position in which the prosthesis has a first diameter to an expanded position in which the prosthesis has a second, larger, diameter. In a method for inducing weight loss, the prosthesis is placed in the collapsed position and inserted into a stomach of a patient. The prosthesis is allowed to self-expand from the collapsed position to the expanded position and into contact with the walls of the stomach, where it induces feelings of satiety and/or inhibits modulation of satiety-controlling factors such as Ghrelin.	11-07-2013

Richard Stack, Chapel Hill, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130310727	SATIATION DEVICES AND METHODS - A device for inducing weight loss in a patient includes a tubular prosthesis self-expandable from a collapsed position in which the prosthesis has a first diameter to an expanded position in which the prosthesis has a second, larger, diameter. In a method for inducing weight loss, the prosthesis is placed in the collapsed position and inserted into a stomach of a patient. The prosthesis is allowed to self-expand from the collapsed position to the expanded position and into contact with the walls of the stomach, where it induces feelings of satiety and/or inhibits modulation of satiety-controlling factors such as Ghrelin.	11-21-2013
20140142720	SATIATION DEVICES AND METHODS - A device for inducing weight loss in a patient includes a tubular prosthesis self-expandable from a collapsed position in which the prosthesis has a first diameter to an expanded position in which the prosthesis has a second, larger, diameter. In a method for inducing weight loss, the prosthesis is placed in the collapsed position and inserted into a stomach of a patient. The prosthesis is allowed to self-expand from the collapsed position to the expanded position and into contact with the walls of the stomach, where it induces feelings of satiety and/or inhibits modulation of satiety-controlling factors such as Ghrelin.	05-22-2014
20160113799	SATIATION DEVICES AND METHODS - A device for inducing weight loss in a patient includes a tubular prosthesis self-expandable from a collapsed position in which the prosthesis has a first diameter to an expanded position in which the prosthesis has a second, larger, diameter. In a method for inducing weight loss, the prosthesis is placed in the collapsed position and inserted into a stomach of a patient. The prosthesis is allowed to self-expand from the collapsed position to the expanded position and into contact with the walls of the stomach, where it induces feelings of satiety and/or inhibits modulation of satiety-controlling factors such as Ghrelin.	04-28-2016

Richard S. Stack, Chapell Hill, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100023088	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSVASCULARLY STIMULATING CONTENTS OF THE CAROTID SHEATH - Methods and systems are disclosed for stimulating contents of the carotid sheath using an intravascular pulse generator and lead. The lead carries an energy delivery device such as an electrode, which is anchor within the portion of the internal jugular vein that is disposed within the carotid sheath. The energy delivery device is energized to transvenously direct energy to target contents of the carotid sheath external to the internal jugular vein. Such target contents may include nervous system elements associated with the carotid sinus baroreceptors, the carotid sinus nerve and associated nerve branches, and or the vagus nerve and associated nerve branches. The system may be used to control blood pressure and/or to lower heart rate and may be suitable for treatment of hypertension, heart failure, or other conditions.	01-28-2010

Suzanne Stack, Cooperstown, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090199532	Fruit harvesting belt and bucket system - A fruit harvesting belt and bucket system provides for the redistribution of weight from the wearer's shoulders to the wearer's hips. The belt includes a padded back support and a front support. There is an extrusion on the front support that is used to connect to a bucket, which is strapped to a person wearing the belt. The belt is adjustable, and may be made of a variety of materials, such as nylon. The bucket may hook onto the extrusion on the belt, and the bucket has a closeable opening at the bottom, which is used to release the harvested fruit.	08-13-2009

William A. Stack, Superior, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130281789	Eye Opening Device - A device comprises a first member comprising a tong portion, a pivot point, and a handle portion. A second member comprises a tong portion, a pivot point, and a handle portion, in which the first member and the second member are joined at the pivot points. A first contact member comprises a surface being configured for contacting a tissue portion. The first contact member is joined to a distal end of the first member with the surface generally facing away from a plane formed by the joined tong portions. A second contact member comprises a surface being configured for contacting a tissue portion. The second contact member is joined to a distal end of the second member with the surface generally facing away from the plane, in which a rotation of the first member and the second member about the pivot point is operable for separating the tissue portions.	10-24-2013

William J. Stack, East Windsor, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090090251	Portable food cooling device - A food cooling device includes a cover, an electric motor powering a fan, and an automatic switch. The cover defines air intake openings beneath a motor housing, a bottom orifice, and vents between the air intake openings and the orifice. The bottom opening rests on a table, covering a plate containing hot food. A fan blade directs air toward the food, the air cools the food, and the heated air escapes through the vents. The cooling device is portable, light in weight, and easy to operate, making it suitable for use by small children as well as handicapped persons of all ages.	04-09-2009