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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8182270 | Systems and methods for providing a dynamic continual improvement educational environment Dynamic systems and methods for gathering/tracking data, automatically adapting to an individual's pace of learning, selectively determining the type and difficulty of content provided to an individual, selectively providing an exposure frequency for the content, an... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8152578 | Drive train coupling A joint 10 is shown for transmission of torque between an input shaft 12 and an output shaft 14. In the form shown, the joint 10 comprises an outermost helical coil spring 16 and an innermost helical coil spring 18, both of ... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8147591 | Systems and methods for reducing off-gassed ozone Systems and methods for producing an ozone destructor are disclosed herein. Generally, these systems and methods include an ozone destructor that has a housing defining an air passage duct. In some cases, this air passage duct includes a first chamber and a second c... | 04/03/2012 |
| 8128520 | Systems and methods for providing a tracking system A tracking system and associated methods for locating animals, such as wounded/downed game animals or non-game animals such as research animals, and/or projectiles configured to be shot at an animal are disclosed. The system includes a transmitter and one or more ra... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8117677 | Systems and methods for providing a headgear cooling liner Systems and methods for providing an article associated with headgear that keeps the wearer's head cool and/or cushioned from the interior harness of the headgear. The article is a system, liner or pad that is inserted into the headgear or coupled to the headgear ha... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8113842 | Systems and methods for providing educational structures and tools Systems and methods are disclosed for providing educational structures and tools to enhance the effectiveness of teaching multiple academic disciplines. Both age-level and subject-focused instructors may be provided; technical tools facilitate student-focused, indiv... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8113143 | Method and apparatus for extruding a coating upon a substrate surface A coating apparatus and method are disclosed that applies a coating to a product in a uniform and controlled manner. The coating apparatus comprises a feeding stage, an optional pre-treatment stage, at least one coating stage and a finishing stage. The coating stage... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8042040 | Systems and methods for mounting memorabilia Systems and methods for mounting memorabilia in a manner that provides enhanced opportunity for the creative involvement of users. A page layout template is used as a basis for creating a page layout to which design elements are attached. The page layout is a pre-de... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8024899 | Apparatus and systems of interior window framing An interior window framing system comprising a standardized frame having predetermined dimensions proportionate to a standard window. ... | 09/27/2011 |
| 8017681 | Systems and methods for providing a thermoplastic product that includes packaging therefor Systems and methods for providing a thermoplastic product that includes packaging therefor. Implementation of the present invention takes place in association with packaging of one or more ingredients of a thermoplastic product, wherein the packaging is used to cont... | 09/13/2011 |
| 8005937 | Dynamically integrating disparate computer-aided dispatch systems Systems and methods for dynamically integrating disparate computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems are disclosed. The systems and methods provide bi-directional interoperability between disparate CAD systems and maintain stateful ongoing interactions between interconne... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7987522 | Systems and methods for providing modular camouflage Systems and methods for retaining camouflage material from the natural surrounding of a user. A device includes a retaining mechanism and at least two coupling mechanisms for attaching the device to the clothing, or person, of the user. Alternatively, the device inc... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7959356 | Systems and methods for providing a dynamic laundry bag apparatus Systems and methods for providing a dynamic laundry bag apparatus that is lightweight, sorts laundry, and facilitates the carrying of laundry to a laundry facility or the packing of laundry when traveling. A laundry bag slips onto the lock bar of a hanger to be plac... | 06/14/2011 |
| 7927336 | Guide assembly for guiding cuts to a femur and tibia during a knee arthroplasty An assembly for guiding resection of a femur and tibia of a knee joint in preparation for installing a femoral and tibial knee components. For example, the assembly can include tibial and femoral IM rods to which are connected through a torque bolt that allows contr... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7913970 | Food preparation mould A mold 10, 30, 40 particularly for use in food preparation comprising a base 11, and a collar 12 having a continuous wall 14 that upstands from the base with a lower edge 16 of the collar abutting the base 11. The mold may b... | 03/29/2011 |
| 7845019 | Systems and methods for providing inflatable apparel This application relates to inflatable apparel. In particular, this application discusses systems and methods for providing apparel that is both selectively inflatable and adapted for use as a pillow. The inflatable apparel may include any clothing or object that is... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7878732 | Systems and methods for providing a watercraft docking device Systems and methods for providing a docking device for watercrafts. An apparatus that is configured to receive a watercraft and includes a fold down anchor on one end of a frame for the purpose of anchoring the apparatus onto the shore, using the weight of the water... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7878525 | Fifth wheel hitch system A precision, light weight, high strength hitch for coupling a trailer or other vehicle to a towing vehicle. The hitch includes a mounting ball attached to a portion of the trailer or other vehicle and a ball socket attached to the towing vehicle. The mounting ball a... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7862123 | Articulated chair having universal reclining armrest system A universal reclining armrest system for use with an articulated examination chair. The system includes an armrest adapter having a universal aperture for receiving a post portion of an armrest assembly. The armrest adapter further includes a splined peg for couplin... | 01/04/2011 |
| 7837766 | Systems and methods for reducing off-gassed ozone Systems and methods for producing an ozone destructor are disclosed herein. Generally, these systems and methods include an ozone destructor that has a housing defining an air passage duct. In some cases, this air passage duct includes a first chamber and a second c... | 11/23/2010 |
| 7817412 | Non-peripherals processing control module having improved heat dissipating properties The present invention features a non-peripherals-based processing control unit having an encasement module that is very small and durable compared to conventional computer encasement structures. The process control unit is capable of being incorporated into various ... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7807190 | Methods for eradicating lice and fleas from a host A composition and method for eliminating foreign bodies from a host. The composition include active ingredients of menthol, camphor, and capsaicin, as well as additional components including aloe vera extract, carbomer, decyl polyglucose, deionized water, grapefruit... | 10/05/2010 |
| D622168 | Time clock | 08/24/2010 |
| 7774210 | Method and system for recording and maintaining patient history data as well as generating concurrent billing records A record and billing service system and method for use in health care offices. The system allows a health care agent to generate a visit form for a patient that keeps a record of the patient's health history and treatment records received at a healthcare facility. T... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7764506 | Systems and methods for providing a dynamically modular processing unit Systems and methods for providing a dynamically modular processing unit. A modular processing unit is provided as a platform that is lightweight, compact, and is configured to be selectively used alone or oriented with one or more additional processing units in an e... | 07/27/2010 |
| 7733635 | Systems and methods for providing a robust computer processing unit The present invention features a robust customizable computing system comprising: a processing control unit; an external object; and means for operably connecting the processing control unit to the external object, the processing control unit introducing intelligenc... | 06/08/2010 |
| 7708535 | Systems and methods for providing a dynamically adjustable reciprocating fluid dispenser Systems and methods for providing a dynamically adjustable, synchronously and/or asynchronously reciprocating fluid dispenser. A pump drive motor is coupled to the reciprocating fluid pump to actuate a pump shaft within a pump cylinder, wherein the pump shaft includ... | 05/04/2010 |
| 7694468 | Window framing system with decorative overlay and method for using the same An aesthetically pleasing, slim profile window frame assembly that is capable of retaining a shutter. Specifically, the window frame assembly of the present invention comprises a core substrate coupled to a flange. Certain embodiments of the present invention compri... | 04/13/2010 |
| D610833 | Storage organizer | 03/02/2010 |
| 7614203 | User installable vacuum seal apparatus for storage bags A valve assembly for use with a self-sealing collapsible storage bag, the valve assembly having a first portion comprising a housing that has a sealing surface and contains a valve mechanism. A second portion has a sealing surface that is configured to mate with the... | 11/10/2009 |
| 7578013 | Therapeutic positioning device The present invention relates to a body support pillow made and contoured to promote side lying to reduce snoring and negate the consequences of sleep apnea and symptoms. It consists of a body support pillow with integrated, semi-rigid yet flexible support for a per... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7428918 | Controlled descent device Hardware that improves the safety of operating sectional doors that use torsional coil springs to facilitate door movement. A rotor assembly with centrifugally activated throw-out latches is affixed to the rotating shaft that bears the torsional coil springs. When a... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7380360 | Sign-bearing road stand A road stand comprising a substantially planar cut-out figure. The figure bears a sign having a design thereon appropriate to attract the attention of passers-by. The figure is supported by a free-standing base. ... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7374795 | Method for extruding a coating upon a substrate surface A coating method is disclosed that applies a coating to a product in a uniform and controlled manner. The coating method comprises a feeding step, an optional pre-treatment step, at least one coating step, and a finishing step. The coating step(s) comprise the use o... | 05/20/2008 |
| 7374569 | Dynamically distributing power of a light beam for use in light therapy Systems and methods for dynamically distributing power of a light beam for use in administering light therapy. A laser light beam having a maximum peak power is selectively diffused to distribute the maximum peak power. In at least some implementations, the diffused... | 05/20/2008 |
| 7351223 | Infusion syringe with integrated pressure transducer A device for measuring fluid pressure in the lumen of a syringe including a pressure transducer integrally mounted in the plunger of the syringe under the plunger tip, such that the force applied by the plunger to the fluid in the syringe is transmitted to the trans... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7341005 | Concession tray A concession tray for selectively supporting concessions in a substantially horizontal position relative to a stadium seat, thereby facilitating the comfort and enjoyment of a patron at a performance or event. A retaining flange is coupled to the concession tray and... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7311414 | Ornamental lamp assembly An ornamental lamp assembly incorporating a dual housing structure having an internal protective element and an external decorative element to protect functional circuitry from damage sustained as a result of normal outdoor use, and to facilitate achieving a selecti... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7291131 | Infusion syringe A syringe configured for communication with a tubular member insertable into the body of a subject includes a pressure transducer integrally mounted in the plunger thereof, under a tip of the plunger, such that the force applied by the plunger to fluid within a barr... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7256991 | Non-peripherals processing control module having improved heat dissipating properties The present invention features a non-peripherals-based processing control unit having an encasement module that is very small and durable compared to conventional computer encasement structures. The process control unit is capable of being incorporated into various ... | 08/14/2007 |
