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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8153158 | Tissue substitutes comprising stem cells and reduced ceria A biocompatible composite includes a solid biocompatible material and a plurality of living human progenitor or living stem cells attached thereto. The composition resulting in accelerated repair to damaged bones and tissues. ... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8107211 | High temperature superconducting electromechanical system with frequency controlled commutation for rotor excitation A system and method for generating a magnetic field in a rotating machine. In one embodiment, a primary winding assembly is configured to generate a rotatable magnetic field. The assembly is connected to receive multiple signals of different phases to effect field r... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8105832 | Methods for modifying stem cell characteristics The invention provides a method of up-regulating genes in cultured human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells, the method comprising culturing the stem cells in a nutrient medium together with cells from a limb of a limb-regenerating animal. In the method, the limb-re... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8096807 | Dental instrumentation unit An instrumentation delivery unit which supports hand-held dental instruments. In one example first and second housing members form a sealed chamber. When the members are separated, access is permitted to the interior of the chamber, e.g., for maintenance purposes. A... | 01/17/2012 |
| 8080420 | Methods and products for biasing cellular development Methods are described that bias cells, such as potent and multipotent stem cells, by transfection with a nucleic acid sequence, to differentiate to a desired end-stage cell or a cell having characteristics of a desired end-stage cell. In particular embodiments, huma... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8074989 | Puzzle for the physically or visually impaired A puzzle, including a closed perimeter including a plurality of segments, wherein each segment includes on a segment upper surface raised indicia different than the raised indicia present on any other segment, and a plurality of uniquely shaped game pieces. The game... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8070322 | Examination light with readily accessible controls Disclosed herein are examination light embodiments. A light having a frame for holding the light has a frontal support member with first and second lateral sides. Disposed on each first and lateral sides are one or more actuators for controlling functionality of the... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8062428 | Solid acid catalyzed hydrolysis of cellulosic materials Provided are methods for the solubilization of cellulose into soluble sugars without the need for high temperatures, high pressures, strong acid solutions, and/or added water. The produced sugars can be fermented into ethanol. In one embodiment, the method comprises... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8039605 | Targeting of long chain triacylglycerol hydrolase gene for tuberculosis treatment Disclosed herein are novel methods for screening for compounds useful in treating or preventing tuberculosis. In exemplary embodiments, screening methods are based on the implementation or manipulation of triacylglycerol hydrolase like polypeptides or polynucleotide... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8021039 | Quality control material monitor An apparatus is disclosed designed to monitor the thermal status of a quality control material. The apparatus has the ability, with visual and/or audible means, to alert the user when the quality control material has become thermally equal to the local, ambient envi... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7997370 | Surface effect sea train A multiple unit surface effect vehicle movable through an aquatic environment is provided including connected units and lift fans. The multiple unit surface effect vehicle may further include a coupling system and/or a plurality of skirt portions connecting one of t... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7993658 | Targeting of triacylclycerol synthase gene for tuberculosis treatment Disclosed herein are novel methods for screening for compounds useful in treating or preventing tuberculosis. In exemplary embodiments, screening methods are based on the implementation or manipulation of triacylglycerol synthase like polypeptides or polynucleotides... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7993140 | Models and methods of using same for testing medical devices Disclosed herein are synthetic anatomical models that are designed to enable simulated use testing by medical device compam'es, medical device designers, individual inventors, or any other entity interested in the performance of medical devices. These models are uni... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7992284 | Method of reducing multipole content in a conductor assembly during manufacture A method for manufacture of a conductor assembly. The assembly is of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. In an example embodiment one or more first coil ... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7990247 | Coil magnets with constant or variable phase shifts A wiring assembly having a conductor positioned about an axis in a helical-like configuration to provide a repetitive pattern which rotates around the axis. In one embodiment, when a current passes through the conductor, a magnetic field having an orientation orthog... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7978083 | Hand washing compliance detection system Systems and methods are provided for monitoring use of hand washing agents to determine compliance with hand hygiene guidelines. A hand washing agent is provided with a detectable, volatile compound, such as odors, which is then rubbed onto a subject's hands using t... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7971342 | Method of manufacturing a conductor assembly A conductor assembly and method of manufacture. The assembly includes a magnetic coil positioned about a curvilinear axis with one or more coil rows comprising conductive material having an arcuate shape. A generated field is characterized by a dipole component havi... | 07/05/2011 |
| 7949441 | System and method for selectively limiting tractive effort to facilitate train control Method for controlling the level of tractive efforts in a train having a first locomotive at a head end of the train, constituting a lead locomotive, and a second locomotive positioned in the train behind the lead locomotive, constituting a remote locomotive, with t... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7940444 | Method and apparatus for synchronous laser beam scanning A scanner system. The system includes a mirror assembly having multiple reflective surfaces arranged to form one polygonal shape about an axis. A plurality of the multiple surfaces are each positionable to reflect radiation propagating from the source at a reflectiv... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7928597 | Power system and method for driving an electromotive traction system and auxiliary equipment through a common power bus Power system and method for providing electrical power are provided. The system includes a traction system and auxiliary equipment coupled to a power bus. The traction system includes one or more electromotive machines having a first type of stator winding that prov... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7925431 | System and method for removing particulate matter from a diesel particulate filter A system is provided for removing particulate matter from a diesel particulate filter. The system includes an engine controller coupled to the diesel engine, and to a locomotive controller. The locomotive controller includes an algorithm to create a trip plan to opt... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7922116 | Device and method for sealing and lighting a balloon An apparatus for sealing and illuminating a balloon includes a housing for sealing insertion into a neck of a balloon. A flow path within the housing conducts an inflation gas from an inlet to an outlet of the housing, and a flow control system disposed in the flow ... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7920208 | Method, system, and apparatus for communication by means of transmitted signals over visual media A communication method, system, and apparatus are provided that transmits supplementary communications combined with standard television or other visual media (e.g., cable, satellite, video, pre-recorded video, IPTV, Internet, print media) to a viewer/reader. The in... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7893808 | Conductor assembly having an axial field in combination with high quality main transverse field A conductor assembly of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. In one series of embodiments a plurality of coil rows comprise conductor in a helical wiring ... | 02/22/2011 |
| 7889046 | Conductor assembly formed about a curved axis A conductor assembly of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. In the assembly a first layer, tubular in shape, is formed about an axis. The axis includes a... | 02/15/2011 |
| 7889042 | Helical coil design and process for direct fabrication from a conductive layer A conductor assembly of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. According to an exemplary embodiment a conductor is positioned along a path of variable direc... | 02/15/2011 |
| 7880578 | Conductor assembly including a flared aperture region A conductor assembly of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. A helical wiring pattern is positioned along an axis a radial distance R from the axis. The w... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7874304 | Collapsible shelter A shelter of the type having collapsed and expanded configurations. In one of several example embodiments, the expanded configuration includes a tunnel-shaped portion forming a pair of opposing side walls and a roof section. The roof section has a peak positioned ab... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7874172 | Damper An air flow control mechanism for a refrigerator or freezer is disclosed comprising at least one knob to regulate by its adjustment, air flow within a compartment, the knob including at least one end, and wherein said knob is configured to rotate, a cam including a ... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7872562 | Magnetic coil capable of simultaneously providing multiple multipole orders with an improved transfer function A method for constructing a conductor assembly of the type formed of one or more coil rows which, when conducting current, generate a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. In one embodiment comprises forming ... | 01/18/2011 |
| 7869908 | Method and system for data collection and analysis A computer-implemented system and method of contemporaneously testing a respective system on-board each of a plurality of locomotives with a common user interface where the locomotives are in electrical communication with one another for transmitting electronic sign... | 01/11/2011 |
| 7864019 | Wiring assembly and method of forming a channel in a wiring assembly for receiving conductor A conductor assembly and method for constructing an assembly of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, induces a voltage. In one embodiment the method provides a first layer that is... | 01/04/2011 |
| 7854203 | Electrical energy capture system with circuitry for blocking flow of undesirable electrical currents therein An electrical energy capture system, as may be carried on a hybrid energy, electro-motive, self-powered traction vehicle, is provided. The system may be used for storing electrical power generated on the vehicle and for discharging the stored electrical power for us... | 12/21/2010 |
| 7841218 | Washing machine clutch system A washing machine clutch to rotate or oscillate an agitator or propeller and selectively rotate a basket, comprising a support member that contains a cover and a second cover, an actuator that contains a piston, a bracket that contains a lever joined to arms, termin... | 11/30/2010 |
| 7783507 | System and method for managing a fleet of remote assets Method and system for managing a plurality of remote assets, such as a fleet mobile assets is provided. The method allows for collecting data regarding each of a plurality of remote assets. The collected data is used to develop historical information regarding actua... | 08/24/2010 |
| 7762167 | Methods of modifying a trailer kingpin in situ A method of enlarging a kingpin which attaches a trailer to a fifth wheel on a tractor includes the step of providing a collar having a base, shank and head with the shank having a desired diameter. The collar also has an internal aperture having a first portion of ... | 07/27/2010 |
| 7728535 | Chopper circuit topologies for adapting an electrical braking system in a traction vehicle An adaptable electrical braking system for an electrical propulsion system of a traction vehicle is provided. The electrical braking system is configured to dissipate electrical energy in a plurality of resistor grids. The braking system includes a braking system as... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7713148 | Topography linked golf aid A method, apparatus, and program for computing a path, starting velocity, aim angle, and aim points for directing a putted golf ball from a point on a golf course to another point and incorporating such data into easily read charts or electronic media is provided. T... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7703406 | Ship and associated methods of formation with vessels connectable between decks and hulls A ship and associated methods of operation. In an example embodiment, a method of operating a ship includes providing multiple vessels each having a first deck attached to two spaced-apart hull sections. The deck and hull sections define a cavity when the vessel is ... | 04/27/2010 |
| 7665345 | Gaseous product detecting device A gaseous product detecting device (1; 20; 30; 40; 70) has a measuring cell (6; 59; 60), a filtering element (3; 45) for retaining particulate present in the air entering the measuring cell (6; 59, 60), and a detecting element (13; 50,... | 02/23/2010 |
