Did You Know...
...that Robert Adler has the dubious distinction of being the Father of the Couch Potato? Back in 1955 Adler was employed by what was then Zenith Radio Corp., where he was charged to invent something that would allow viewers to turn down the TV volume without leaving their chairs. After a series of flops (such as a wired contraption that people tripped over), Adler hit on the idea of using sound waves. Thus the Remote Control was born...
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8185424 | Soft skills job matching system and method This invention involves a method and system for assessing the match between jobseekers and jobs by using perceptual mapping techniques to ascertain the proper fit of employee to employer. The purpose of this system is to add additional important information to the j... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8085924 | One number, intelligent call processing system A one number, multi-application, intelligent call processing system provides service benefits to a caller, a servicing location and/or a vanity number advertiser during a call, parallel to the call and/or post call in an integrated common architecture. The system ut... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8064586 | Real-time process for defining, processing and delivering a highly customized contact list over a network A real-time, interactive system and method of building a list of contact records, such as a mailing list, on a computer network based on selected criteria. A list specification is generated, which may include interactively specifying a geographically defined area fo... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8021309 | Algorithm for automatic positive air pressure titration An algorithm for measuring the breathing of a patient for diagnosing breathing disorders and for controlling a breathing aid device for treating a patient. Sensors record pressure and flow rates of air delivered to a patient. The data is statistically manipulated to... | 09/20/2011 |
| 8011041 | Devices for prevention of pressure ulcers A support surface, such as an underpad, for preventing pressure sores in a patient is a multi-layer textile assembly having a skin contact layer formed from a fabric of synthetic filament yarns woven to provide air permeability and moisture vapor permeability and ha... | 09/06/2011 |
| 8008012 | Biomarkers downregulated in prostate cancer Biomarkers are identified by analyzing gene expression data using support vector machines (SVM), recursive feature elimination (RFE) and/or linear ridge regression classifiers to rank genes according to their ability to separate prostate cancer from normal tissue. P... | 08/30/2011 |
| 7993040 | Spike for outdoor lighting fixture A spike for outdoor lighting fixture includes a receptacle portion integrated into the body of the spike with an open section and a removable transparent window that is configured to enclose the receptacle portion. The transparent window is attached to the receptacl... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7981695 | Diagnostic methods using plasmon resonant particles A method and apparatus for interrogating a target having a plurality of plasmon resonant particles (PREs) distributed in the target are disclosed. In the method, a field containing the target is illuminated, and one or more spectral emission characteristics of the l... | 07/19/2011 |
| 7975746 | Device and method for removing a peelable seal A container or array of containers that is are sealed with a peelable seal is transported via a conveyor along a processing path toward a desealing station at which an adhesive surface having a width substantially the same as or greater than the width of the seal is... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7970718 | Method for feature selection and for evaluating features identified as significant for classifying data A group of features that has been identified as “significant” in being able to separate data into classes is evaluated using a support vector machine which separates the dataset into classes one feature at a time. After separation, an extremal margin value is as... | 06/28/2011 |
| 7935659 | Multiplexed assays using encoded solid supports Combinations, called matrices with memories, of matrix materials with remotely addressable or remotely programmable recording devices that contain at least one data storage unit are provided. The matrix materials are those that are used in as supports in solid phase... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7921068 | Data mining platform for knowledge discovery from heterogeneous data types and/or heterogeneous data sources The data mining platform comprises a plurality of system modules, each formed from a plurality of components. Each module has an input data component, a data analysis engine for processing the input data, an output data component for outputting the results of the da... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7914025 | Modular suspension system A modular suspension system for automobiles and trucks. The present invention relates to a suspension system which is both modular in design and specifically manufactured for high performance wheeled vehicles. This system has multiple modular parts which enable the ... | 03/29/2011 |
| 7892836 | Pneumatic capillary gun for ballistic delivery of microscopic particles into tissue The capillary gun for delivery of ballistic particles to a target includes an inner capillary tube disposed concentrically within an outer capillary tube with the input end of the inner tube connected to a channel through which a continuous flow of high speed helium... | 02/22/2011 |
| 7890445 | Model selection for cluster data analysis A model selection method is provided for choosing the number of clusters, or more generally the parameters of a clustering algorithm. The algorithm is based on comparing the similarity between pairs of clustering runs on sub-samples or other perturbations of the dat... | 02/15/2011 |
| D632351 | Golf ball marker and level | 02/08/2011 |
| 7874709 | Recessed lighting fixture with multiple adjustment axes The recessed fixture includes a cylindrical housing assembly that encloses a lamp assembly in a watertight enclosure. The lamp assembly includes an attachment base bracket attached to the interior of the housing, and a U-shaped bracket that is rotatably attached to ... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7860306 | Method for editing multi-channel images The present invention presents a framework for separating specular and diffuse reflection components in images and videos. Each pixel of the an M-channel input image illuminated by N light sources is linearly transformed into a new color space having (M−N) channel... | 12/28/2010 |
| 7854898 | Multi-well platforms, caddies, lids and combinations thereof The present invention relates to multi-well platforms, lids, caddies and any combination thereof. The multi-well platforms comprise a plurality of wells that can be of any shape and can be arranged in any ornamental pattern. The lid comprises an area corresponding t... | 12/21/2010 |
| 7805388 | Method for feature selection in a support vector machine using feature ranking In a pre-processing step prior to training a learning machine, pre-processing includes reducing the quantity of features to be processed using feature selection methods selected from the group consisting of recursive feature elimination (RFE), minimizing the number ... | 09/28/2010 |
| 7805386 | Method of generating an encoded output signal using a manifold association processor having a plurality of pairs of processing elements trained to store a plurality of reciprocal signal pairs A processor architecture for a learning machine is presented which uses a massive array of processing elements having local, recurrent connections to form global associations between functions defined on manifolds. Associations between these functions provide the ba... | 09/28/2010 |
| 7797257 | System for providing data analysis services using a support vector machine for processing data received from a remote source A computer system for performing data analysis services using a support vector machine for analyzing data received from a remote source on a distributed network includes a server in communication with the distributed network for receiving a data set and a financial ... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7796244 | Method for mapping of dispersion and other optical properties of optical waveguides A method is provided for measurement of dispersion or other optical and mechanical properties within a waveguide by inducing four-photon mixing at different locations within the waveguide by timing a pump signal to counter-collide with and abruptly amplify or attenu... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7793842 | Device and method for reading bar codes on an object An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform process... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7788193 | Kernels and methods for selecting kernels for use in learning machines Learning machines, such as support vector machines, are used to analyze datasets to recognize patterns within the dataset using kernels that are selected according to the nature of the data to be analyzed. Where the datasets possesses structural characteristics, loc... | 08/31/2010 |
| 7787695 | Method for applying a signature simplicity analysis for improving the accuracy of signature validation The present invention provides a method for applying a signature simplicity analysis for improving the accuracy of signature validation, the method including the steps of generating a plurality of synthetic fraudulent signatures for a person, encoding authentic sign... | 08/31/2010 |
| 7772192 | Compositions and methods for treatment of disease with acetylated disaccharides Compositions and methods for treatment of disease with acetylated disaccharides and analogs thereof are provided. ... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7674378 | Wetland water treatment system A self-contained wetlands treatment system to remove pollutants from water and treat stormwater runoff or other grey water. This is system and method wherein the water is passed through a wetland filtering and treatment system. This invention removes solids, metals ... | 03/09/2010 |
| 7665244 | Plant mover system and method A system and method for rotating multiple plants through light on a continual basis and feeding plants while they are rotated. This system is able to provide the plants with food and water at levels inputted into its control panel. The water which runs through the s... | 02/23/2010 |
| 7654036 | Horticultural growing rack The present invention involves a horticultural growing rack used for growing plants. The horticultural growing rack offers a variety of benefits to a plant grower. The horticultural growing rack can be modified to create various sizes of racks. The rack can also hol... | 02/02/2010 |
| 7648321 | System and method for partitioning a temperature controlled compartment An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform process... | 01/19/2010 |
| 7635246 | Device and method for retrieving or replacing a tray within a storage compartment An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform process... | 12/22/2009 |
| 7624074 | Methods for feature selection in a learning machine In a pre-processing step prior to training a learning machine, pre-processing includes reducing the quantity of features to be processed using feature selection methods selected from the group consisting of recursive feature elimination (RFE), minimizing the number ... | 11/24/2009 |
| 7617994 | Working space enclosure for underground sprinkler heads A sprinkler head housing for allowing access to sprinkler heads and shafts for maintenance and repair. More particularly, the present invention relates to a device which allows for, and encloses, a working space around underground sprinkler heads. The device is plac... | 11/17/2009 |
| 7608780 | Back plate for network connection box A back plate device is formed by a generally rectangular frame having an open front face a back plate which is recessed inwardly from the open front face, and at least one wall extending forward from the back plate to the open front face, the wall extending around a... | 10/27/2009 |
| 7596251 | Automated sample analysis system and method An automated biological sample analysis system and method for use in incubating and analyzing multiple samples for protein crystallization. A temperature controlled cabinet houses sample storage, sample transport, and sample imaging systems. The operation of the sys... | 09/29/2009 |
| 7585001 | Quick-disconnect latch for fluid conduits A quick disconnect latching device for use in a liquid conduit coupling has two halves: a pin half and a release half. The pin half includes a casing sleeve into which a latch pin is slidably retained. The latch pin is spring biased into a retracted position within ... | 09/08/2009 |
| D599726 | Side insert license plate holder with lifters | 09/08/2009 |
| 7563646 | Molded ceramic surface mount package The surface mount package is assembled from a ceramic base which is imprinted on its upper and lower surfaces with conductive patterns for attachment of and connection to an electronic or electromechanical device, a molded dielectric layer for forming a cavity and a... | 07/21/2009 |
| 7563209 | Leg exercise machine with self-aligning pivoting seat An isolation exercise machine for exercising one muscle group has a user support which is pivotally mounted on a main frame by a pivotal mounting system. A user engaging exercise arm is pivotally connected to the user support, and a connecting link links movement of... | 07/21/2009 |
