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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8179789 | System and method for timestamps for media stream data Within a computer system, a system and method of providing timestamps for media stream input data is provided. A first clock count register is responsive to a first timebase, and a second clock count register is responsive to a second timebase. The first and second ... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8175191 | Combined sensing methods for cognitive radio Embodiments of cognitive radio technology can recover and utilize under-utilized portions of statically-allocated radio-frequency spectrum. A plurality of sensing methods can be employed. Transmission power control can be responsive to adjacent channel measurements.... | 05/08/2012 |
| D652875 | Two-hand lifting calibration apparatus | 01/24/2012 |
| 8096071 | Topple-resistant base mechanism Gust Busters solves the problem of signs being blown over in the wind or being knocked down by the pedestrians or bicycle or the like, by preventing the inward collapsing and outward expansion of the legs of the sign and thus maintaining its ideal position for optim... | 01/17/2012 |
| D652323 | Food and beverage container | 01/17/2012 |
| 8085775 | Identifying flows based on behavior characteristics and applying user-defined actions A mechanism is disclosed for identifying, classifying, and controlling flows in a network. In one implementation, a separate set of behavioral statistics is maintained for each flow. These behavioral statistics are updated as packets belonging to a flow are processe... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8082612 | Sheet with detachable waterproof pad A detachable absorbent/waterproof pad is held in place by any convenient fastening mechanism on top of a sheet. The detachable absorbent/waterproof pad can be easily changed even with a bedridden person on the bed. The detachable absorbent/waterproof pad should have... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8069793 | Universally mountable model train A model railroad train or other vehicle capable of operating in a vertical plane, inverted, or at any other desired angle of inclination. ... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8066310 | Animal waste removal device A device capable of procuring one or more objects from a surface, particularly the removal of pet waste from the ground or another surface. The device can allow a person to remove waste while standing or sitting in a comfortable position, thereby reducing or elimina... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8055566 | Method and system for using credit lines to enhance the durability of securities portfolios A system and method for determining a desirous funding source and/or sources based upon at least one of user information, home information and portfolio information, wherein said desirous funding source(s) is/are based, at least in part, upon maximization of a user'... | 11/08/2011 |
| 7963885 | Chasing training device An athletic training device to develop speed and agility. A robot can be programmed or remote controlled to move in an erratic manner so that it can be chased by an athlete. An on-board shut-off unit stops the device when it is removed by the athlete chasing the dev... | 06/21/2011 |
| 7945215 | Adaptive transmission power control for cognitive radio Embodiments of cognitive radio technology can recover and utilize under-utilized portions of statically-allocated radio-frequency spectrum. A plurality of sensing methods can be employed. Transmission power control can be responsive to adjacent channel measurements.... | 05/17/2011 |
| D635364 | Support tray | 04/05/2011 |
| 7845233 | Sound sensor array with optical outputs Two or more sound sensors are placed in a space of interest. Each sensor has a light-emitting output. Each sensor can be positioned at a specific location, such as at an ear location for a seated listener. An excitation source can provide a specified acoustical ener... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7813356 | Micro-flow management New switching technology relies upon state information for providing a previously unavailable degree of quality of service. In particular, by providing the ability to give service guarantees to uniquely identifiable sets of packets (“micro-flows”), different qua... | 10/12/2010 |
| D624644 | Ostomy bag cover | 09/28/2010 |
| 7749145 | Rhythmic exercise device and method of conducting an exercise program A hand-held device comprising a central hollow elongated central member partially filled with a granular material, enclosed at both ends by removable and interchangeable end caps. During the range of motion when exercising, the device can place an additional, low-im... | 07/06/2010 |
| 7723595 | Universal, portable sheet reading stand A sheet music holder having a golpe board with a non-porous surface for gluing into a guitar body with a porous surface, a twist lock power-assisted suction device, a clamp with a single tightening nut, and a sheet tray to hold the sheet music. The twist lock power-... | 05/25/2010 |
| 7674195 | Motivational baseball glove A baseball glove with integrated illumination means and circuitry that can control the pattern and timing of the illumination means to produce a lightshow. The lightshow may be triggered by the glove catching a ball, or by a separate switch. Optionally, the lightsho... | 03/09/2010 |
| D611595 | Ostomy bag cover | 03/09/2010 |
| 7651219 | Eyeglass holder A system, method and device for comfortably, safely and securely holding eyeglasses close to and on the person, when not in use, is disclosed. In some embodiments, the device comprises an adjustable band member to comfortably fit around any persons arm or leg and an... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7650898 | Adjustable pole A pole mechanism that can be adjusted with one hand that can be used in trekking poles, tool handles, and other applications requiring the use of an adjustable-length elongated member. ... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7650615 | Apparatus and method for destroying data storage media A method and apparatus for permanently rendering data recorded on an optical disc unreadable, comprising a slotted alignment plate and a scarifying component. A disc rests against the plate so that the slot traverses the disc. The scarifying component slides through... | 01/19/2010 |
| 7640600 | Nursing cover What is described is a sash-style apparatus that can be comprised of two strips of material. The two strips of material can be configured such that in one configuration the first strip of material lies substantially behind the second strip of material and in a secon... | 01/05/2010 |
| 7630358 | Mechanism for implementing multiple logical routers within a single physical router A mechanism is disclosed for enabling a plurality of logical routers to be implemented within a single physical router. The logical routers emulate the behavior of interconnected, standalone routers. For example, the logical routers may be made aware of the presence... | 12/08/2009 |
| 7597196 | Insulated medication carrying case A portable device for transporting or storing pharmaceuticals under refrigeration. The pharmaceuticals can be in a medication container or medical device, such as a syringe. A user chills the entire device or a cooling component within the device, and then places th... | 10/06/2009 |
| 7584850 | Children's first aid kit for cuts and scrapes The present disclosure provides a children's first aid kit suitable for treating minor scrapes and cuts. The compact kit is integral with a reusable cooling mechanism designed to provide a cooling sensation to the injured area. The kit is further integral with a sup... | 09/08/2009 |
| 7574628 | Clickless tool A novel click-less tool system for performing user input device actions on computer systems, such as mouse clicks, automatically and without the need to mechanically perform these actions. All input is carried out by moving the cursor only. The system provides a use... | 08/11/2009 |
| 7568762 | Children car seat cover and protective pouch cushion The present disclosure provides a cover that can be removably applied to an infant or children's car seat. The seat cover is integral with a carry pouch that the car cover can be folded into and stored in when not in use. When the cover is thus stored in the pouch, ... | 08/04/2009 |
| 7543119 | Vector processor A vector processing system provides high performance vector processing using a System-On-a-Chip (SOC) implementation technique. One or more scalar processors (or cores) operate in conjunction with a vector processor, and the processors collectively share access to a... | 06/02/2009 |
| 7538577 | System and method for configuring a field programmable gate array A mechanism within an electronic system for adapting a field programmable gate array (FPGA) to a flash memory device that supports a synchronous serial peripheral interface (SPI) by coupling a small amount of MSI logic with the FPGA and the flash memory device, to c... | 05/26/2009 |
| 7531732 | Guitar music sheet holder A sheet music holder comprises a golpe board with a non-porous surface for gluing onto a guitar body with a porous surface, a twist lock power-assisted suction device, a clamp with a single tightening nut, and a sheet tray to hold the sheet music. The twist lock pow... | 05/12/2009 |
| 7516866 | Beverage barricade A device that removably couples with the tab of a beverage container to assist in opening the container and then rotates to close the opening, thus preventing things such as insects and debris from contaminating the beverage. ... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7428209 | Network failure recovery mechanism A mechanism for recovering from a failure in a network is disclosed, wherein a first set of information, such as a first packet, is initially sent from a source to a destination via a first route. As the packet travels along the first route, if a failure is detected... | 09/23/2008 |
| D575005 | Hair accessory organizer device | 08/12/2008 |
| 7314194 | Toilet paper roll locking mechanism A device for controlling the unraveling of a toilet paper roll having a hollow core. The device includes an elongated body sized to extend through the hollow core and to permit rotation of the toilet paper roll relative to a holder. A first end portion and a second ... | 01/01/2008 |
