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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8063295 | Method and system for video and film recommendation An artificial intelligence video analysis recommendation system and method is provided that allows video viewers to discover new videos and video producers to evaluate the potential success of a new project as well as to understand the perceptual factors beneath aud... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8056468 | Apparatus for producing a coffee beverage and method of filling the receptacle of said apparatus The apparatus for producing a coffee beverage comprises an automatic coffee machine and a receptacle that can be docked with the beverage spigot of the machine in filling position, the receptacle having a mechanism that is detectable by a sensor mechanism in the mac... | 11/15/2011 |
| 8053659 | Music intelligence universe server An artificial intelligence song/music recommendation system and method is provided that allows music shoppers to discover new music. The system and method accomplish these tasks by analyzing a database of music in order to identify key similarities between different... | 11/08/2011 |
| 8039138 | Chloride-free, sodium ion-free, and water-free thermal batteries using molten nitrate electrolytes Thermal batteries using molten nitrate electrolytes offer significantly higher cell voltages and improvements in energy and power density. A problem concerning gas-evolution reactions is solved by eliminating chloride ions, sodium ions, and moisture contaminants. On... | 10/18/2011 |
| 7982117 | Music intelligence universe server An artificial intelligence song/music recommendation system and method is provided that allows music shoppers to discover new music. The system and method accomplish these tasks by analyzing a database of music in order to identify key similarities between different... | 07/19/2011 |
| 7979239 | System and method for monitoring and managing electrical power transmission and distribution networks A system and method for monitoring and managing electrical power transmission and distribution networks through use of a deterministic, non-iterative method using an holomorphic embedding and algebraic approximants for determining the real-time load flow in a power ... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7945538 | Method and arrangements for node recovery The present invention relates to a method and arrangements for node recovery particularly suitable for recovery involving large database fragments. The method for node recovery according to the present invention makes use of an old version of a fragment in a failed ... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7908651 | Method of network communication A method of network communication and a network gateway are disclosed. The method and gateway operate between a secure network and remote clients by way of an intermediate transport network, such as the Internet. The remote clients connect through a NAT router so sh... | 03/15/2011 |
| 7876264 | Method of source number estimation and its application in method of direction of arrival estimation The present invention provides a method of source number estimation based on eigenspace in DOA estimation, including: (1) obtaining signals received by uniform linear array; (2) calculating a covariance matrix according to the received signals; (3) calculating a com... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7874543 | Non-slip overlash jig A non-slip overlash jig for pulling cable along a support line via a towrope such that when the towrope is slack, the overlash jig does not retreat along the support line thereby slacking the cable. The non-slip overlash jig includes a housing having a roller and a ... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7837603 | Portable exercise wheel An exercise wheel having a central shaft with counter locking handles is described. The device is adapted to enable rapid assembly and disassembly of the exercise wheel for and compactness. The device takes up the least amount of space as possible to carry on a pers... | 11/23/2010 |
| 7786441 | Tensiographic drophead A tensiographic drophead comprises a quartz body 10 having a terminal surface 18 with a peripheral drop suspension edge 20. A liquid feed bore 14 extends through the body for supplying a liquid to the terminal surface to form a drop 32... | 08/31/2010 |
| 7756720 | Method and system for the objective quantification of fame A system and method for establishing fame-related weighted values associated with persons, places, or things through the automated analysis and collection of quantitative and contextual fame-related data, and for presenting such objective measurement to one or more ... | 07/13/2010 |
| 7748582 | Convertible backpack and seat with an extensible blanket A combination blanket and seat article is disclosed. The blanket portion comprises a king-size terry cloth sheet with two removable seat cushions installed in pockets. Straps attaché the seat back to the seat cushion and secure the seat for comfort. Weights around ... | 07/06/2010 |
| D612122 | Sport helmet shaped lid for receptacle | 03/16/2010 |
| 7651405 | Device for visualizing and practicing a correct golf swing A golf training device comprises two shatter-resistant mirrors. A striking mirror is held in a horizontal position in the hitting area and is used as a striking mat for hitting golf balls. A second, adjustable mirror is positioned above the striking mirror. The adju... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7640911 | Two-stroke, homogeneous charge, spark-ignition engine A method for combusting fuel in an engine using a two-stroke homogeneous charge spark-ignition cycle. The method involving injecting fuel into partially compressed hot air to provide a homogenous charge to the cylinder before second stage compression in the cylinder... | 01/05/2010 |
| 7629075 | Chloride-free thermal batteries using molten nitrate electrolytes Thermal batteries using molten nitrate electrolytes offer significantly higher cell voltages and marked improvements in energy and power densities over present thermal batteries. However, a major problem is gas-evolution reactions involving the molten nitrate electr... | 12/08/2009 |
| 7574758 | Folding cabinet bed with telescoping slide-out support platform A folding cabinet bed includes a cabinet of sufficient size to enclose a standard size folded futon mattress, and allows the mattress to be deployed as a bed. Hinges on the front wall of the cabinet enable the front wall to fold down vertically. An extension panel a... | 08/18/2009 |
| 7520910 | Modular air purification unit A modular air filtration unit having a disposable filter section separable from an inlet cap and a blower section. The modular air filtration unit is of rugged, lightweight construction and eases the interchange of used filter assemblies without jeopardizing leakage... | 04/21/2009 |
| 7519506 | System and method for monitoring and managing electrical power transmission and distribution networks A system and method for monitoring and managing electrical power transmission and distribution networks through use of a deterministic, non-iterative method using an holomorphic embedding and algebraic approximants for determining the real-time load flow in a power ... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7503890 | Collapsible patient isolation pod A collapsible patient isolation pod for preventing flow of contaminants to or from a patient is disclosed. The isolation pod is preferably fabricated at least partially from a transparent, biochemically resistive material and includes a flexible enclosure that is co... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7503663 | Infrared reflective tape squares An elongated strip of release paper supports infrared reflective tape releasably attached to the backing paper. The infrared reflective tape is cut to form segments that can be dispensed like labels that can be held in place by an adhesive backing to enable the segm... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7502827 | System and method for communication between motorists in automobiles using license plate information A system for sending electronic messages (data, voice, picture, or other) to specific motorists or motor vehicles using their license plate information is disclosed. Internet, wireless email, and instant messaging systems provide much of the core competency of the s... | 03/10/2009 |
| 7492057 | High reliability DC power distribution system A high voltage DC power distribution system that eliminates static switches and batteries. Flywheel energy storage devices and extremely reliable, high power DC/DC converters provide at a lower cost, more reliable, noise and harmonic free, critical electrical power ... | 02/17/2009 |
| D586399 | Pencil holder | 02/10/2009 |
| D586063 | Sport helmet shaped lid for receptacle | 02/03/2009 |
| 7469699 | Thin profile air purifying blower unit and filter cartridges, and method of use A thin profile PAPR filter blower system and method of use that operates in conjunction with a thin profile filter cartridge. The design allows an unaided user to swap filter cartridges without compromising the safety of the user, even when the user is located in a ... | 12/30/2008 |
| 7458390 | Breath controlled air inlet for blower The present invention relates to a breath controlled air inlet valve for controlling a flow of air supplied to a wearer of a facemask, the valve permitting the flow of air when a wearer breathes in and restricting the flow of air when the wearer breathes out. The va... | 12/02/2008 |
| 7439510 | Compact emissivity and temperature measuring infrared detector A hand-held, fleet deployable infrared camera with integrated hardware and software providing real time processing of infrared images. The camera senses variable temperature images over a selected object of interest and senses variable emissivities over the object. ... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7434440 | Heavy-duty PEX clamp installation tool A heavy-duty hose clamp installation tool is described. A pair of lever arms operates a pair of jaw members to engage a pinch clamp ear. The installation tool includes a pair of jaw members with clamp edges forming a lip for receiving the clamp ears. A pair of exten... | 10/14/2008 |
| 7410008 | Ground rod driver A ground rod driver that uses an industry standard connecting plate to physically attach the driver to Skid Steer type equipment. The driver has a hydraulic, impact driving hammer connected to an alignment beam that enables vertical movement of the hammer. Operation... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7404705 | Blending pump assembly A blending pump assembly for accurately maintaining the proper ratio of two fluid components. Flow of a first fluid is utilized to drive a fluid motor, which in turn drives a pumping mechanism to inject a proportional amount of a second fluid into the flow of the fi... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7397233 | Voltage measuring device A device for measuring alternating voltage in a conductor under test using a first set of capacitive voltage sensors 32a-f mounted on an electrically insulating support member. The sensors are disposed on the support member at spaced intervals a... | 07/08/2008 |
| 7380551 | Breathing apparatus An improvement to a combination of an SCBA system for providing bottled air to a user and a PAPR system for purifying ambient air for use by a user wherein a sensor is included to determine the oxygen content of the breathing gas and the presence of contaminations i... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7367263 | Fountain A modular fountain assembly for controlling the temperature and flow of viscous fluid with a melting point between ambient and approximately 150 degrees Fahrenheit is disclosed. The modular assembly for controlling the heating and flow of fluid includes an enclosed ... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7360752 | Apparatus and method for installing lines in conduits An apparatus for placing lines in a conduit is disclosed. The apparatus uses a battery powered electric fan in an aerodynamically shaped body to fly through the conduit pulling a jet line. The apparatus is used instead of “fish” tape, vacuum, or compressed air t... | 04/22/2008 |
| D567449 | Personnel marker | 04/22/2008 |
| 7344055 | Pivoting wheelchair backpack holder A pivoting wheelchair backpack holder is provided. The pivoting wheelchair backpack includes a lever rod and a swing-out handle to move the lever rod, a frame moved by the lever rod, and a backpack attached to the frame. In its closed position, the backpack rests be... | 03/18/2008 |
| D563602 | Personnel marker | 03/04/2008 |
