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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7526682 | Effective diagnosis of software hangs One aspect of the present invention involves storing the operating time offset of a thread within an area of memory of the thread, and storing a load time and a relative load time for each frame of the thread stored within an area of memory of the frame. The operati... | 04/28/2009 |
| 7519164 | System and method for sending information between users with a teleponic device while a call is in progress A method for sending one or more telephone numbers between a first telephonic device and a second telephonic device while a telephone call is in progress comprises initiating a telephone call between a first telephonic device and a second telephonic device, entering... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7515899 | Distributed grid computing method utilizing processing cycles of mobile phones Additional computing power is captured using the idle processing power of mobile phones incorporated into a grid computing system, wherein the system is capable of pushing projects out to available mobile phones for processing during idle operation times. To further... | 04/07/2009 |
| D590111 | Hand tool for cleaning apparatus | 04/07/2009 |
| 7512661 | Mounting email addresses in a file system The present invention discloses a method for mounting email addresses in a file system by creating email virtual folders. The email virtual folders are created through the use of shell extensions in an operating system, and an email address is associated with the em... | 03/31/2009 |
| 7509433 | Selecting quick-to-download content through an alternative hypertext protocol One aspect of the present invention provides a alternative hypertext protocol to enable the selection of quick-to-download/reduced content from a website. In one embodiment, this alternative hypertext protocol uses the same structure as HTTP, but contains a unique p... | 03/24/2009 |
| 7506025 | Using a proxy to redirect downloads The present invention provides for a method of using a proxy to redirect downloads from a web server to one or more remote machines via a command issued from a local computer web browser. A user accesses the web server with a web browser on a local computer, and use... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7502997 | Ensuring completeness when publishing to a content management system New functions for a contact center system include: testing user's comprehension of informational messages with a quiz; capturing insight of superior users having a KPI score above a threshold by having those users submit information on why they perform so well; dyna... | 03/10/2009 |
| 7502856 | Redirecting file access through a HTTP web server The present invention provides for a method redirecting file access through a web server through the use of a symbolic link file. This symbolic link file is modified to include connection and authentication information of a file stored on a remote system but is acce... | 03/10/2009 |
| 7496876 | Method for generating integrated functional testcases for multiple boolean algorithms from a single generic testcase template One aspect of the present invention includes a method for generating functional testcases for multiple boolean algorithms from a single generic testcase template. In one embodiment, the method includes the preliminary step of creating a generic testcase template con... | 02/24/2009 |
| 7486511 | Passive rear door for controlled hot air exhaust A server rack system comprises a server rack, a raised floor cooling system, and an exhaust system. The server rack includes a base, a front side, a rear side, and an interior portion including first, second, and third server rows. The raised floor cooling system in... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7484451 | Bionic body armor A method of protecting a target from a projectile propelled from a firearm comprises detecting an approaching projectile, continuously monitoring the projectile and transmitting an actual position of the projectile to a controller, computing an estimated projectile ... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7485374 | Heat exchanger and fin material for the heat exchanger A heat exchanger which has i) a fin material comprising a triple-layer clad material constituted of a core material composed of an aluminum alloy containing from 0.5 to 1.8% by weight of Mn and from 0.5 to 3.0% by weight of Zn and, provided on both sides of the core... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7486847 | Chip carrier package with optical vias Considerable manufacturing efficiency and flexibility is provided by configuring the lower surface of a chip carrier to include multiple holes specifically designed to receive coupling fibers. By appropriately positioning these holes, the coupling fibers can be alig... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7485843 | Touch/proximity-sensing using reflective optical sensor and a light pipe for specularly reflecting light The disclosure is directed to a touch proximity sensing system detecting the presence or absence of a triggering object. The system includes a reflective optical sensor, an active surface, and a light pipe in combination. The reflective optical sensor has an emitter... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7486196 | Using audio to detect changes to the performance of an application A method for monitoring the performance of an application comprises determining an output of an application that requires monitoring, assigning an audible sound to the output, running the application and allowing the application to reach a state of equilibrium, dete... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7463766 | Texturing method and apparatus A method and apparatus is disclosed for conveying and applying texturing instructions within a very low speed, or bandwidth environment, or where storage capacity is limited; the invention and of particular use in image displaying mobile telephones (16), but ... | 12/09/2008 |
| 7461780 | System and method for checkless cash advance settlement A method for conducting a checkless cash advance settlement is provided, including the following steps: (1) a customer initiates a Debit or Credit POS transaction via a gaming machine; (2) the customer receives authorization or denial; (3) the customer provides his ... | 12/09/2008 |
| 7441561 | Reinforced valve assembly The present disclosure is directed to a valve assembly comprising a housing and a valve mechanism. The housing includes a pair of support rings connected together with a set of legs. The valve mechanism is supported within the housing and includes an open position a... | 10/28/2008 |
| D578656 | Portable toilet | 10/14/2008 |
| 7437614 | Synchronization in an automated scripting framework The present disclosure provides for affording synchronization in an automated scripting framework. First, script data is received utilizing a language-driven interface. Then, reports having user readable sentences are created based on the received script data. The r... | 10/14/2008 |
| 7431949 | Topical cosmetic compositions containing alpha arbutin This invention is a topical tyrosinase inhibiting combination using alpha arbutin and bearberry extract, in synergism, for the purpose of skin lightening. The active admixture is a dermatological serum comprised of alpha arbutin, octyl stearate and polyolprepolymer-... | 10/07/2008 |
| 7418403 | Content feedback in a multiple-owner content management system New functions for a contact center system include: testing user's comprehension of informational messages with a quiz; capturing insight of superior users having a KPI score above a threshold by having those users submit information on why they perform so well; dyna... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7415510 | System for indexing pedestrian traffic A system and a method for indexing pedestrian traffic are disclosed. Traffic information is gathered from counter units (30, 31) placed at entrances in provider malls, retail stores, or other locations where pedestrians may be counted. The counters give daily... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7410499 | Valve holder A valve holder assembly having a main valve holder and a detachable secondary valve holder for positioning a heart valve prosthesis. ... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7403901 | Error and load summary reporting in a health care solution environment A system, method and computer program are provided for generating error and summary reports for a data load. A plurality of records to be loaded in a database are received. The records may include medical records. A data management template corresponding to the reco... | 07/22/2008 |
| 7398780 | Contraceptive system and method of use A device and method of using the device for contraception or sterilization and particularly for reversible contraception by occluding a reproductive lumen to prevent the passage of reproductive cells through the lumen for a desired period of time until the patient w... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7401040 | Financial modeling and counseling system The present invention relates to a web-based financial management system for providing personalized financial coaching to a user. The system operates in a collaborative computing environment between the user and a financial advisor and comprises a service level subs... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7395499 | Enforcing template completion when publishing to a content management system New functions for a contact center system include: testing user's comprehension of informational messages with a quiz; capturing insight of superior users having a KPI score above a threshold by having those users submit information on why they perform so well; dyna... | 07/01/2008 |
| 7391937 | Compact transition in layered optical fiber The present disclosure is directed to an optical device including a circuit board, an optical network and a lens kit. The circuit board has a mounting surface, and the optical fiber network is coupled to the circuit board opposite the mounting surface. The optical n... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7379887 | Integrated decision support system for optimizing the training and transition of airline pilots An automated optimization system for generating multiple alternative training and transition plans for airline pilots which include a recall of furloughed pilots, and limits to deviation of pilot start bid periods for training assignments from a specific bid period,... | 05/27/2008 |
| 7363581 | Presentation generator A presentation generator may access one or more data sources structured into data fields. The user may create or modify a template by inserting one or more tags corresponding to data fields in the template. The template may also have one or more processing instructi... | 04/22/2008 |
| D566733 | Log stripper | 04/15/2008 |
| 7354202 | Fiber optic cable connector A fiber optic cable connector and method provides minimal adhesive wicking and eliminates damage to the cladding or coating on fiber optic cables or other damage caused by adhesive wicking. The fiber optic cable connector has a ferrule and a strain relief boot or an... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7353180 | Supply chain/workflow services in a contract manufacturing framework The present disclosure provides for affording supply chain/workflow services in a contract manufacturing framework. First, a database including a plurality of service provider data structures is provided, wherein each service provider data structure includes a descr... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7344529 | Hyperthermia treatment and probe therefor A method of using a probe that emits energy to coagulate lesions is disclosed. The probe is constructed and arranged to emit light from its distal end, either at an angle to its longitudinal axis, or along its longitudinal axis. Optionally, an end reflector may be u... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7346528 | Integrated decision support system for optimizing the training and transition of airline pilots An automated optimization system for generating training plans for airline pilots covering both pilot transitions and assignment to training classes for pilots who have received a system bid award, wherein such training plans are generated in less than one hour by f... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7328195 | Semi-automatic generation of behavior models continuous value using iterative probing of a device or existing component model A method is taught for increasing the steady-state verification speed of analog and mixed signal design through increased simulation speed, model abstraction by probing an existing component model or actual device and formal comparison of distinct component models. | 02/05/2008 |
| 7320428 | Credit card account reward system and method The present invention relates generally to a credit card holder awards system and method. Specifically, the present invention relates to a method and system that monitors customer activity at regular intervals, selects an award winner from among the customers based ... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7278122 | Hardware/software design tool and language specification mechanism enabling efficient technology retargeting and optimization A hardware/software design tool converts an electronic design specification and zero or more technology specifications into realization of the electronic design in computer hardware, software and firmware. It compiles design and logic technology specifications into ... | 10/02/2007 |
