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Screen assemblies utilizing screen elements retained in perforated supports

InactiveUS20080093268A1Minimize impactPrevent movementSievingScreeningEngineeringMechanical engineering

A screen retention mechanism for use with vibratory separators is disclosed. The screen retention mechanism includes a structural frame mounted to a vibratory separator into which a plurality of lightweight and flexible screen elements are inserted into multiple tows of perforated screen supports. The perforated screen supports are bonded to the structural frame and are aligned parallel to the direction in which solids are conveyed by a vibratory motion. The invention further features an improved retention mechanism whereby screen elements are conveniently and selectively restrained.

Screen assemblies utilizing screen elements retained in perforated supports

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Owner:HUKKI ARI M +1

Ring light guide

InactiveUS20060039692A1Minimizing and eliminatingOptical waveguide light guideCamera body detailsLight guideOptics

A ring illuminator (20) has a light channeling section (22) with an input face (24) optically coupling the light channeling section (22) to a flash unit (16) of a camera (12) for obtaining flash illumination therefrom. A ring section (26) is optically coupled to the light channeling section and extends around an aperture for fitting the ring illuminator around a lens (14). The ring section has a rear surface (30) for positioning toward the body of the camera. The rear surface has a plurality of light redirecting features (28) for redirecting at least a portion of the flash illumination from within the ring section outward from the camera, around the lens of the camera.

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Owner:CARESTREAM HEALTH INC

Device and methods for detecting and quantifying one or more target agents

InactiveUS20090036315A1Reaction is possibleRisk minimizationSugar derivativesWeather/light/corrosion resistanceBiologyElectrochemical detection

The present invention provides a device and methods for the detection and quantification of one or more target agents in a sample by rapid and specific electrochemical detection. The present invention includes kits, devices and compositions capable of performing rapid, specific and accurate detection of one or more target agents in a sample.

Device and methods for detecting and quantifying one or more target agents

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Owner:ANTARA BIOSCI

Method for displaying images and/or other information on aircraft blades

InactiveUS20120212712A1Invention is simpleMinimizing and eliminatingProjectorsDisplay meansGraphicsPropeller

A method for displaying information via a light source on rotating helicopter blades of an aircraft such as a helicopter is provided. The light source may be a laser light source and the light therefrom may be directed onto the aircraft blade by one or more motion controlled mirrors and a computer controller. A sensor is capable of determining the position of helicopter blades during rotation, such that light may be projected upon only the moving blade at precisely timed intervals, so as to form perceivable graphics and / or messages thereon. In addition, the method may be utilized for displaying graphics and / or messages on rotating propellers of fixed wing aircraft.

Method for displaying images and/or other information on aircraft blades

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Owner:ARMY US SEC THE

System for displaying images and/or information on aircraft blades and method thereof

InactiveUS20100079729A1Minimizing and eliminatingInvention is simpleProjectorsCathode-ray tube indicatorsGraphicsPropeller

A system for displaying information via a light source on rotating helicopter blades of an aircraft such as a helicopter is provided. The light source may be a laser light source and the light therefrom may be directed onto the aircraft blade by one or more motion controlled mirrors and a computer controller. A sensor is capable of determining the position of helicopter blades during rotation, such that light may be projected upon only the moving blade at precisely timed intervals, so as to form perceivable graphics and / or messages thereon. In addition, such system may be utilized for displaying graphics and / or messages on rotating propellers of fixed wing aircraft.

System for displaying images and/or information on aircraft blades and method thereof

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Owner:US SEC THE ARMY THE

Ring light guide

InactiveUS7127163B2Minimizing and eliminatingOptical waveguide light guideCamera body detailsCamera lensLight guide

A ring illuminator (20) has a light channeling section (22) with an input face (24) optically coupling the light channeling section (22) to a flash unit (16) of a camera (12) for obtaining flash illumination therefrom. A ring section (26) is optically coupled to the light channeling section and extends around an aperture for fitting the ring illuminator around a lens (14). The ring section has a rear surface (30) for positioning toward the body of the camera. The rear surface has a plurality of light redirecting features (28) for redirecting at least a portion of the flash illumination from within the ring section outward from the camera, around the lens of the camera.

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Owner:CARESTREAM HEALTH INC

High energy proton or neutron source

ActiveUS8837662B2Overcome disadvantagesPrevent escapeConversion outside reactor/acceleratorsDirect voltage acceleratorsHigh fluxEngineering

The invention provides a compact high energy proton source useful for medical isotope production and for other applications including transmutation of nuclear waste. The invention further provides a device that can be used to generate high fluxes of isotropic neutrons by changing fuel types. The invention further provides an apparatus for the generation of isotopes including but not limited to 18F, 11C, 15O, 63Zn, 124I, 133Xe, 111In, 125I, 131I, 99Mo, and 13N.

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Owner:SHINE TECH LLC

System and method for minimizing DC offset in outputs of audio power amplifiers

ActiveUS7378903B2Minimizing and eliminatingAvoids generation of undesirable noiseNegative-feedback-circuit arrangementsPulse automatic controlAudio power amplifierEngineering

An amplifier system receives an input signal and generating therefrom an amplified output signal. The amplifier system is recited as comprising an input stage and an amplifier stage. The input stage is configured to receive the input signal and provide a level-shifted signal that has an average signal level that is shifted in regards a level shift value. The amplifier stage is configured to receive the level-shifted input signal from the input stage and generate therefrom the amplified output signal. The level shift value being selected to minimize a DC offset in the amplified output signal at least when the amplifier system is initially powered on. Since the amplified output signal has a minimal or zero DC offset, the amplifier system avoids generation of undesirable noises when it is initially powered on.

System and method for minimizing DC offset in outputs of audio power amplifiers

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Owner:SONOS

Anti-mutated kras t cell receptors

ActiveUS20170304421A1Minimizing and eliminatingTargeted optimizationImmunoglobulin superfamilyHydrolasesNeuroblastomaPopulation

Disclosed is an isolated or purified T cell receptor (TCR) having antigenic specificity for an HLA-A11-restricted epitope of mutated Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) (KRAS7-16), Neuroblastoma RAS Viral (V-Ras) Oncogene Homolog (NRAS), or Harvey Rat Sarcoma Viral Oncogene Homolog (HRAS). Related polypeptides and proteins, as well as related nucleic acids, recombinant expression vectors, host cells, populations of cells, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of detecting the presence of cancer in a mammal and methods of treating or preventing cancer in a mammal.

Owner:UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Method of induction weld forming with shear displacement step

ActiveUS7348523B2Increase ratingsFast formingFurnaces without endless coreArc welding apparatusOperating temperature rangeEngineering

A shear-assisted solid state welding method for joining of metal parts, involves a first step of heating opposing surfaces in a non-passivating environment to a temperature in the hot working temperature range of the metal. A second step involves bringing the opposing surfaces into contact while still in the hot working temperature range, and applying compressive stress sufficient to substantially prevent sliding in response to shear displacement, causing plastic flow in the hot layers. A third step involves imposing relative shear displacement of the metal work pieces without disengaging the opposing surfaces. The shear displacement induces plastic shear strain within the hot layers to progressively induce bonding.

Method of induction weld forming with shear displacement step

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Owner:NOETIC TECH INC

System for displaying images and/or information on aircraft blades and method thereof

InactiveUS8157383B2Invention is simpleMinimizing and eliminatingProjectorsCathode-ray tube indicatorsGraphicsPropeller

A system for displaying information via a light source on rotating helicopter blades of an aircraft such as a helicopter is provided. The light source may be a laser light source and the light therefrom may be directed onto the aircraft blade by one or more motion controlled mirrors and a computer controller. A sensor is capable of determining the position of helicopter blades during rotation, such that light may be projected upon only the moving blade at precisely timed intervals, so as to form perceivable graphics and / or messages thereon. In addition, such system may be utilized for displaying graphics and / or messages on rotating propellers of fixed wing aircraft.

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Owner:US SEC THE ARMY THE

Screen assemblies utilizing screen elements retained in perforated supports

InactiveUS8020705B2Increase the usable areaFacilitates storage and shippingSievingScreeningEngineeringMechanical engineering

A screen retention mechanism for use with vibratory separators is disclosed. The screen retention mechanism includes a structural frame mounted to a vibratory separator into which a plurality of lightweight and flexible screen elements are inserted into multiple tows of perforated screen supports. The perforated screen supports are bonded to the structural frame and are aligned parallel to the direction in which solids are conveyed by a vibratory motion. The invention further features an improved retention mechanism whereby screen elements are conveniently and selectively restrained.

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Owner:HUKKI ARI M +1

Method for displaying images and/or other information on aircraft blades

InactiveUS8876295B2Invention is simpleMinimizing and eliminatingProjectorsCathode-ray tube indicatorsGraphicsPropeller

A method for displaying information via a light source on rotating helicopter blades of an aircraft such as a helicopter is provided. The light source may be a laser light source and the light therefrom may be directed onto the aircraft blade by one or more motion controlled mirrors and a computer controller. A sensor is capable of determining the position of helicopter blades during rotation, such that light may be projected upon only the moving blade at precisely timed intervals, so as to form perceivable graphics and / or messages thereon. In addition, the method may be utilized for displaying graphics and / or messages on rotating propellers of fixed wing aircraft.

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Owner:ARMY US SEC THE

Occluding device and method of occluding fluid flow through a body vessel

ActiveUS9301764B2Low initial tensionEasy to foldOcculdersBlood vesselsBiomedical engineeringBlood vessel

An occluding device for occluding fluid flow through a lumen of a body vessel. The device comprises a coil and fibers attached to the coil. The coil has about 5 to 60 grams of initial tension to facilitate the coil to fold when deployed. The fibers extend from the coil at a length.

Occluding device and method of occluding fluid flow through a body vessel

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Owner:COOK MEDICAL TECH LLC

Autonomous identification of an anomalous aqueous stream from an aqueous source feeding multiple independent streams and remediation directive determination thereof

ActiveUS20180045599A1Low costEffectively detectMeasurement of fluid loss/gain rateEqualizing valvesChemistryRemedial action

Aqueous streams are ubiquitous in everyday life. Aqueous streams are invariably an essential element in most residential, commercial, and industrial environments. In residential and commercial environments, aqueous streams are utilized in indoor and outdoor applications. Indoor applications may include, but are not limited to, lavatories, showers, tubs, toilets, laundry, ice-making, drink dispensing, dish washing, pot fillers, laboratory, cooling and refrigeration, and heating. Outdoor applications may include, but are not limited to, landscaping, water features, spas, pools, washing, or even water attractions in the case of entertainment parks. Provided herein are systems, methods, and devices for identification of an anomalous aqueous stream from an aqueous source feeding multiple independent streams and remedial action directive determination thereof.

Autonomous identification of an anomalous aqueous stream from an aqueous source feeding multiple independent streams and remediation directive determination thereof

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Owner:THUM MARGARET LEE

Method for manufacturing an optical fiber preform by mcvd

InactiveUS20060230793A1Minimizing and eliminateMinimizing and eliminatingGlass making apparatusGlass fibre productsOptical properties of carbon nanotubesPolarization mode dispersion

Disclosed is a method for manufacturing an optical fiber preform in MCVD, which simultaneously performs an etching process for injecting a reaction gas for etching into a tube and a collapsing process for heating and collapsing the tube in order to minimize or eliminate an index dip existing at the center of the preform core. By using this method, the index dip phenomenon of the optical fiber preform can be minimized or eliminated, so it is possible to make an optical fiber having improved optical characteristics, particularly having improvement in a bandwidth and a polarization mode dispersion (PMD).

Method for manufacturing an optical fiber preform by mcvd

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Owner:LG CABLE LTD (KR)

Method of induction weld forming with shear displacement step

ActiveUS20060289480A1Increase ratingsFast formingFurnaces without endless coreArc welding apparatusMetal workingSolid-state

A shear-assisted solid state welding method for joining of metal parts, involves a first step of heating opposing surfaces in a non-passivating environment to a temperature in the hot working temperature range of the metal. A second step involves bringing the opposing surfaces into contact while still in the hot working temperature range, and applying compressive stress sufficient to substantially prevent sliding in response to shear displacement, causing plastic flow in the hot layers. A third step involves imposing relative shear displacement of the metal work pieces without disengaging the opposing surfaces. The shear displacement induces plastic shear strain within the hot layers to progressively induce bonding.

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Owner:NOETIC TECH INC

System and method for processing sewage sludge and other wet organic based feedstocks to generate useful end products

InactiveUS7322301B2Minimizing and eliminatingSafe disposalWater/sewage treatmentSludge dryingOrganic baseSludge

A system and method are disclosed for processing sewerage sludge and other organic based feedstocks, in an energy efficient manner that minimizes or eliminates unwanted byproducts, including pathogens, and generates useful environmentally safe products. The sewage sludge or other feedstocks are partially dried before being input to a gasifier operating under partial pyrolytic conditions with a small amount of oxygen or air present to produce fuel in the form of synthesis gas, bio-oil fuel, and char. A small percentage of the fuel may be used to maintain the operation of the feedstock drying process after it is started and a small amount of the synthesis gas produced in the gasifier reacts with the small amount of oxygen present with the feedstock to maintain the pyrolysis temperature in the gasifier in order to make the system economically viable.

System and method for processing sewage sludge and other wet organic based feedstocks to generate useful end products

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Owner:CHILDS WAYNE

HLA class ii-restricted t cell receptors against mutated ras

ActiveUS20190085046A1Highly avid recognitionIncrease the number ofImmunoglobulin superfamilyPeptide/protein ingredientsViral OncogeneHla class ii

Disclosed is an isolated or purified T cell receptor (TCR), wherein the TCR has antigenic specificity for mutated Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) presented by a human leukocyte antigen (HLA) Class II molecule. Related polypeptides and proteins, as well as related nucleic acids, recombinant expression vectors, host cells, populations of cells, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of detecting the presence of cancer in a mammal and methods of treating or preventing cancer in a mammal.

HLA class ii-restricted t cell receptors against mutated ras

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Owner:UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Stabilization of biosolids using iron nanoparticles

InactiveUS20090028810A1Grow moreQuality improvementBiocideMaterial nanotechnologyPolychlorinated biphenylIncrease ph

This invention discloses a stabilized biosolids composition and a method for the stabilization of biosolids. It entails the use of a chemically and biologically reactive material, in the form of ultrafine iron particles. The nanometer-sized iron particles are capable of degrading odorous organosulfur compounds, transforming persistent and toxic organic pollutants such as PCBs and chlorinated pesticides, inhibiting the growth of pathogens by increasing pH and maintaining the increased pH of the stabilized biosolids, immobilizing toxic metal ions such as mercury and lead, and improving the overall quality of biosolids for land application and plant growth.

Stabilization of biosolids using iron nanoparticles

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Owner:LEHIGH UNIVERSITY

System and method for minimizing DC offset in outputs of audio power amplifiers

ActiveUS20070222504A1Avoids generation of undesirable noiseIncrease volumePulse automatic controlAmplifier modifications to raise efficiencyAudio power amplifierSignal amplifier

An amplifier system receives an input signal and generating therefrom an amplified output signal. The amplifier system is recited as comprising an input stage and an amplifier stage. The input stage is configured to receive the input signal and provide a level-shifted signal that has an average signal level that is shifted in regards a level shift value. The amplifier stage is configured to receive the level-shifted input signal from the input stage and generate therefrom the amplified output signal. The level shift value being selected to minimize a DC offset in the amplified output signal at least when the amplifier system is initially powered on. Since the amplified output signal has a minimal or zero DC offset, the amplifier system avoids generation of undesirable noises when it is initially powered on.

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Owner:SONOS

Methods and compositions for the modulation of immune responses and cancer diseases

InactiveUS20060269514A1Treating and preventing and ameliorating diseaseMinimizing and eliminatingPeptide/protein ingredientsDisease diagnosisCell bindingOrganism

Disclosed is a method of treating, preventing or ameliorating disease using a chimeric protein comprising a cell-binding region and a biologically active region such as a toxin or other cytostatic or cytocidal molecule. The present invention discloses using a chimeric protein to modulate immune response to effectuate improvement in disease. In addition, the present invention teaches a method of targeting disease using the immune system. Finally, the present invention includes a method whereby the immune system may be used to monitor and assess disease progression, particularly with cancer diseases.

Owner:JAZIEH ABDUL RAHMAN

Retractable wiring system for a photovoltaic module

ActiveUS20160308489A1Minimizing and eliminatingPrevent saggingPhotovoltaicsPhotovoltaic energy generationComputer modulePhotovoltaic arrays

Systems and methods for assembling and wiring photovoltaic arrays are provided. The wiring systems can include retractable wires included in photovoltaic modules that may be extended during installation of photovoltaic modules in the array to connect to wires of adjacent photovoltaic modules, which can retract into a tightened position under the array as the installation is completed. The wires may be made retractable by wire retraction mechanisms mounted to a frame of the photovoltaic module, which maintain a desired tension on the wires of the photovoltaic module. The wire retraction mechanism may include springs that urge components connected to the wire to rotate a particular direction so as to maintain tension on the wire. The wiring systems may also have wire guides to keep the wires accessible for installation and adjustment.

Retractable wiring system for a photovoltaic module

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Owner:TESLA INC

Hydrovisbreaking Process for Feedstock Containing Dissolved Hydrogen

ActiveUS20140054199A1Avoid condensationAvoid contaminationHydrocarbon oil crackingHydrocarbon oils refiningLiquid hydrocarbonsCapital cost

An improved hydrovisbreaking process for reducing the viscosity of a liquid hydrocarbon feedstock is provided. A substantially single-phase hydrogen-enriched liquid hydrocarbon feedstock is obtained by mixing the feedstock with hydrogen gas and flashing off the excess hydrogen gas. Comparatively smaller reactor vessels can be used without a gas recycle system, thus reducing the capital cost of hydrovisbreaking process. Further the need for cutter stocks can be minimized or eliminated.

Hydrovisbreaking Process for Feedstock Containing Dissolved Hydrogen

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Owner:SAUDI ARABIAN OIL CO

T cell receptors

InactiveUS20190030071A1Improved pairing propertyMinimizing and eliminatingImmunoglobulin superfamilyPeptide/protein ingredientsInfected cellAdoptive cellular therapy

The present invention relates to modified T cell receptors (TCRs) and to their use in adoptive cell therapy (ACT), in particular for the transfer of T lymphocytes. The TCRs are mutated in the transmembrane regions of the alpha and beta chains with mutations favoring the correct TCR chain pairing. The correct pairing of the transferred exogenous alpha and beta TCR chains improves the functional activity and safety of the genetically modified T cells for the therapy of tumours and infectious diseases. The invention also relates to T cell receptor alpha or beta chain, to a recombinant TCR, a TCR complex, a nucleic acid coding for the TCR alpha or beta chain, to relative recombinant expression vector, host cells, pharmaceutical composition and to a method of detecting a hematological malignant cell, a solid tumor cell or an infected cell.

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Owner:IMMURES

T cell receptors recognizing hla-cw8 restricted mutated kras

ActiveUS20190040111A1Highly avid recognitionIncrease the number ofImmunoglobulin superfamilyPeptide/protein ingredientsViral OncogeneMammal

Disclosed is an isolated or purified T cell receptor (TCR) having antigenic specificity for mutated Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) presented in the context of an HLA-Cw*0802 molecule. Related polypeptides and proteins, as well as related nucleic acids, recombinant expression vectors, host cells, populations of cells, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of detecting the presence of cancer in a mammal and methods of treating or preventing cancer in a mammal.

T cell receptors recognizing hla-cw8 restricted mutated kras

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Owner:US DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Anti-kras-g12d t cell receptors

ActiveUS20190177395A1Highly avid recognitionIncrease the number ofImmunoglobulin superfamilyPeptide/protein ingredientsViral OncogeneMammal

Disclosed is an isolated or purified T cell receptor (TCR) having antigenic specificity for mutated Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) presented in the context of an HLA-Cw*0802 molecule. Related polypeptides and proteins, as well as related nucleic acids, recombinant expression vectors, host cells, populations of cells, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of detecting the presence of cancer in a mammal and methods of treating or preventing cancer in a mammal.

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Owner:US DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Mutual Fund with Reduced Fee Share Class and Method of Managing the Same

InactiveUS20140089230A1Improve performanceLow costFinancePaymentApproaches of management

A method of administering a mutual fund includes establishing a mutual fund having a plurality of share classes and charging each share class fund-level fees according to a fee rate applicable thereto. One or more share classes are then relieved of at least a portion of their respective fund-level fees, for example by reimbursing some or all of the fund-level fees paid; waiving payment of some or all of the fund-level fees in the first instance; and / or setting expense limits on the fund-level fees payable by the share classes.

Owner:VOYA SERVICES

T cell receptors recognizing hla-cw8 restricted mutated kras

ActiveUS20200148739A1Highly avid recognitionIncrease the number ofImmunoglobulin superfamilyPeptide/protein ingredientsViral OncogeneCancer research

Disclosed is an isolated or purified T cell receptor (TCR) having antigenic specificity for mutated Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) presented in the context of an HLA-Cw*0802 molecule. Related polypeptides and proteins, as well as related nucleic acids, recombinant expression vectors, host cells, populations of cells, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of detecting the presence of cancer in a mammal and methods of treating or preventing cancer in a mammal.