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Behavior Modification Wristwatch

A wristwatch including a watch band and a watch body having an octagon shaped perimeter and being red in color and having the word STOP thereon to resemble a stop sign.

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Attorney: Bonzagni, Esq.; Mary R.


Number of patents: 68
Last date: March 27, 2012

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NumberTitleIssue Date
8144399Image presentation and micro-optic security system
An image presentation system employing microstructured icon elements to form an image. In one form a synthetic optical image system is provided that includes an array of focusing elements, and an image system that includes or is formed from an array or pattern of mi...
03/27/2012
8120855Micro-optic security and image presentation system for a security device
A film material utilizing a regular two-dimensional array of non-cylindrical lenses to enlarge micro-images, called icons, to form a synthetically magnified image through the united performance of a multiplicity of individual lens/icon image systems. The synthetic m...
02/21/2012
8111462Micro-optic security and image presentation system
A film material utilizing a regular two-dimensional array of non-cylindrical lenses to enlarge micro-images, called icons, to form a synthetically magnified image through the united performance of a multiplicity of individual lens/icon image systems. The synthetic m...
02/07/2012
8077393Micro-optic security and image presentation system presenting a synthetically magnified image that appears to transform into another image
A film material utilizing a regular two-dimensional array of non-cylindrical lenses to enlarge micro-images, called icons, to form a synthetically magnified image through the united performance of a multiplicity of individual lens/icon image systems. The synthetic m...
12/13/2011
8040189Microwave system for driving a linear accelerator
A microwave system for driving a linear accelerator is provided. The inventive microwave system employs a plurality of magnetrons, at least one pulse generator to energize the magnetrons, means for synchronizing outputs from the magnetrons, and at least one waveguid...
10/18/2011
8038598Balloon endoscope device
A balloon endoscope device having a shaft with a distal end that allows for blunt dissection is provided. The shaft utilizes a plurality of separately inflatable balloons that alone or together with exterior functional channels (e.g., instrument channels, air channe...
10/18/2011
8009360Micro-optic security and image presentation system presenting a synthetically magnified image that appears to lie above a given plane
A film material utilizing a regular two-dimensional array of non-cylindrical lenses to enlarge micro-images, called icons, to form a synthetically magnified image through the united performance of a multiplicity of individual lens/icon image systems. The synthetic m...
08/30/2011
8003268Modular regenerative fuel cell system
A modular, regenerative fuel cell system that includes a plurality of dedicated or reversible electrochemical cell stack modules, where each such module is devoid of major fluid systems, is provided. The inventive system allows a user to specifically and effectively...
08/23/2011
7994274Two-stage cure polyimide oligomers
A method for using citraconic anhydride and itaconic anhydride as addition cure end caps in reactions for forming polyamic acid oligomers and polyimide oligomers, is provided. Prepregs and high temperature adhesives made from the resulting oligomers, as well as, hig...
08/09/2011
7883777Solar energy shielding window film laminates
The invention relates to solar energy shielding window film laminates exhibiting visual light transmittance in the range of 5 to 80% with minimum progressive fading or degradation of reflective quality wherein base polyester films have a layer of adhesive sandwiched...
02/08/2011
7878811Method and system for providing timely performance evaluations to medical students or trainees
A method and system for providing performance evaluations, on a timely basis, to students or trainees, is provided. In one contemplated embodiment, the inventive method and system are used in health care training programs to form an information feedback loop whereby...
02/01/2011
7860173Common field bus for data and energy transfer
Data communication in an electrical system according to the present invention uses the time difference between two successive current or voltage pulses to represent different data values. The time differences (Δt9−Δt16) can assume more than two dif...
12/28/2010
7738175Micro-optic security and image presentation system providing modulated appearance of an in-plane image
A synthetic micro-optic system and security device is disclosed including an in-plane image formed of an array or pattern of image icons and an array of focusing elements, the system producing at least two different synthetic images whereby one synthetic image opera...
06/15/2010
7703810Security device
A security device that increases the number of design options available for a machine testable security feature formed in part from a light absorbing (e.g., magnetic) material, while more effectively hiding or concealing this material, is provided. The inventive sec...
04/27/2010
7546946Multifunction, direct thermal recording material
A multifunction, direct thermal recording material made up of a base support having opposing planar surfaces, at least one thermal layer formed on at least one such planar surface for displaying a digital photographic image, graphical, numerical or textual informati...
06/16/2009
7421378Power signature diagnosing
In a diagnosing method for an apparatus having movable mechanical components and a diagnosing device, an instantaneous total supply of power is measured and recorded as a function of time. A dynamic physical power-flow model of the driven apparatus is created. The m...
09/02/2008
7374041Flexible storage device that fits over (or is adherable to a surface of) the lid of a portable compact disk player for receiving and storing compact disks and portable compact disk players employing same
A flexible storage device that fits over, or is adherable to a surface of, the lid of a compact disk player for receiving and storing compact disks, as well as, portable compact disk players that employ such a flexible storage device, are provided. The inventive sto...
05/20/2008
7364399Wind power plant of cyclone type and method of obtaining energy from such
A wind power plant having a tower open at the top and provided with a side inlet for the wind for generating a cyclone in the tower and a substantially horizontal turbine that has inlets through the base and an outlet to the center of the cyclone in the tower and th...
04/29/2008
7318914Chromium removal from leach liquors produced during high pressure acid leaching of lateritic ores
A method is provided for the removal of chromium from leach liquors produced during high pressure leaching of laterite ores in an autoclave, by addition to the autoclave of carbon in a quantity of about 0.5%-1% by weight with reference to the total dry feed. ...
01/15/2008
7243951Durable security devices and security articles employing such devices
Durable security devices that are resistant to chemical attack and mechanical degradation and security articles employing such devices, are provided. By way of the durable security device of the present invention, opposing longitudinal borders adjacent an informatio...
07/17/2007
7187829Low smoke, low toxicity fiber optic cable
A low smoke, low toxicity fiber optic cable that provides an intermediate surface that facilitates bonding to optical connectors such as LC connectors, is provided. In a preferred embodiment, the inventive cable exhibits improved dimensional stability by minimizing ...
03/06/2007
RE39490Security device having multiple security features and method of making same
A security device having multiple security features is used with an item, such as a secure document, ticket, label or tag, to authenticate the item and/or encode data pertaining to the item. One example of the security device includes a carrier substrate, a metallic...
02/20/2007
7140771X-ray producing device with reduced shielding
A method for reducing the amount of shielding used in radiation sources, as well as, an improved radiation source (e.g., an x-ray producing device), are provided. The inventive method involves placement of a radiation producing target at the end of a vacuum drift tu...
11/28/2006
7129318RTM and RI processable polyimide resins
Polyimide resins that are suitable for processing by resin transfer molding (RTM) and resin infusion (RI) methods at reduced processing temperatures are provided. The inventive RTM and RI processable polyimide resins exhibit melting at temperatures of less than abou...
10/31/2006
D529235Cookware handle holder
09/26/2006
7110500Multiple energy x-ray source and inspection apparatus employing same
A multiple energy x-ray source capable of rapidly generating and delivering x-rays in the form of successive pulses that alternate between at least two different energy levels, as well as a multiple energy x-ray inspection apparatus for inspecting moving objects tha...
09/19/2006
7090916Paper product for use in sterilizing an area
The present invention provides a paper product for use in sterilizing an area. The paper product contains at least one paper sheet or pellet containing one or more dry chemical materials, one or more dry deliquescent materials, or mixtures thereof. The dry chemical ...
08/15/2006
7055553Laminated hose construction having one or more intermediate metal barrier layers
A laminated fluid transfer hose construction having one or more intermediate metal barrier layers is provided, as well as, a hose assembly employing the laminated hose construction and coupling means. The inventive hose construction demonstrates improved barrier pro...
06/06/2006
7056969Ink jet recording material suitable for use in wide format printing applications
An aqueous coating formulation for use in preparing ink jet recording materials is provided. The coating formulation, which employs porous pigments and/or metal oxide gels in combination with inorganic pigments (i.e., calcium carbonate and mixtures of calcium carbon...
06/06/2006
7049522Lightweight composite electrical conductors and cables incorporating same
Lightweight composite electrical conductors made up of a plastic matrix or plastic core, a plurality of electrical conductors either embedded within the plastic matrix or circumferentially surrounding an outer surface of the plastic core, and at least one insulating...
05/23/2006
7033822Self-contained and streamlined methane and/or high purity hydrogen generation system
A process for producing methane and/or high purity hydrogen from anaerobically decomposed organic materials as well as a methane and/or high purity hydrogen generation system that operates in accordance with this process, are provided. The inventive system, which is...
04/25/2006
6962725Low temperature process for extracting principal components from plants or plant materials and plant extracts produced thereby
A low temperature process for extracting principal components from plants or plant materials and plant extracts produced by such a low temperature process, are provided. The inventive low temperature process improves the yield and quality of volatile and non-volatil...
11/08/2005
6930606Security device having multiple security detection features
A security device, such as a security thread, uses multiple security detection features provided by combining metal and metal/magnetic security features on a carrier substrate. The security detection features basically comprise an optionally repeating pattern of dis...
08/16/2005
6898354Fiber optic cable demonstrating improved dimensional stability
A fiber optic cable that employs a dual layer jacket and that demonstrates improved dimensional stability over a wide temperature range, is provided. In a preferred embodiment, the inventive cable is flame-retardant and, upon flaming, smoke suppressed and non-hazard...
05/24/2005
6890481Paper product impregnated with chemical material
The present invention provides a porous paper product impregnated with at least one chemical species. The porous paper product can be in the form of sheets, or compressed pellets. The porous paper can be prepared from a variety of sources, including wood pulp, kenaf...
05/10/2005
6849199Snow and ice-melting granules and method for preparing same
Snow and ice-melting granules prepared from compacted blends of salts of alkali and/or alkaline earth metals and a method for preparing such granules, are provided. The inventive granules have improved mechanical properties and, as such, are not readily reduced to a...
02/01/2005
6808679MAGNESIUM-BASED CASTING ALLOYS HAVING IMPROVED ELEVATED TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE, OXIDATION-RESISTANT MAGNESIUM ALLOY MELTS, MAGNESIUM-BASED ALLOY CASTINGS PREPARED THEREFROM AND METHODS FOR PREPARING SAME
A magnesium-based casting alloy having good salt-spray corrosion resistance and improved creep resistance, tensile yield strength and bolt-load retention, particularly at elevated temperatures of at least 150° C., is provided. The inventive alloy comprises, in weig...
10/26/2004
6805926Security label having security element and method of making same
A security label having one or more security elements is used on or in association with items, such as consumer products, that have value and are susceptible to counterfeiting. The security label is preferably used as a primary label directly affixed to the item or ...
10/19/2004
6781063Multi-layer insulation system for electrical conductors
A multi-layer insulation system for electrical conductors, an insulated electrical conductor, a process for preparing an insulated conductor, and an insulated conductor prepared by such a process are provided. The insulated electrical conductors are lightweight, qua...
08/24/2004
6700660Method and apparatus for in-process liquid analysis by laser induced plasma spectroscopy
A method and apparatus for spectrochemical analysis of liquids, including molten materials, using laser-induced plasma spectroscopy. The apparatus preferably comprises a high power pulsed laser focused on the surface of a liquid stream flowing in a measur...
03/02/2004
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