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Method of creating and displaying relationship chains between users of a computerized network

ActiveUS7177880B2Easy to understandMaximize easeDigital data processing detailsMultiple digital computer combinationsNetwork communicationData science

A method and structure for identifying potential relationships between users of a computer network is disclosed. The invention extracts relationship information from databases in the computer network in order to establish multiple relationship chains of the users from the relationship information. More specifically, the invention evaluates network information and network communications between the users to produce metrics and processes the metrics to produce contact information. The contact information indicates whether a personal relationship exists between two users. In addition, the invention can produce relationship values representing strengths of social relationships between users of the computer network based on such relationship information.

Method of creating and displaying relationship chains between users of a computerized network

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Owner:GLOBALFOUNDRIES U S INC

Coatings for Electrowetting and Electrofluidic Devices

ActiveUS20130171546A1Low surface energy polymersHigh dielectric strengthElectrostatic separatorsSludge treatmentGas phaseUltimate tensile strength

Electrowetting devices coated with one or more polymeric layers and methods of making and using thereof are described herein. The coatings may be formed in a single layer or as multiple layers. In one embodiment the first layer deposited serves as an insulating layer of high dielectric strength while the second layer deposited serves as a hydrophobic layer of low surface energy. These materials may themselves be deposited as multiple layers to eliminate pinhole defects and maximize device yield. In one embodiment the insulating layer would be a vapor deposited silicone polymeric material including, but not limited to, polytrivinyltrimethylcyclotrisiloxane or polyHVDS. In another embodiment the insulating layer may be a vapor deposited ceramic such as SiO₂with very little carbon content. In a further embodiment the insulating layer may be composed of alternating layers of a siloxane material and a ceramic material.

Coatings for Electrowetting and Electrofluidic Devices

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Owner:GVD CORP

Computer based browsing computer program product, system and method

InactiveUS7079111B2Maximize easeLow costCathode-ray tube indicatorsInput/output processes for data processingAnimationDocument preparation

A computer based browsing computer program product, system and method arranges a set of information hosted on a computer into a book or a set of books, where each book includes a subset of the set of information, labels each book with a respective portion of the subset of the set of information, and selects a book from the set of books. Selecting the book from the set of books includes steps of displaying the respective portions of the books as a book document image that includes pages which correspond to the respective portions of the books, generating a command for moving through the pages, displaying an animated image of the pages of the book document being at least one of flipped, scrolled, slid and flashed images, and selecting the book when a selected one of the pages containing a selection portion of the book is earlier displayed.

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Owner:SINO STAR GLOBAL LTD

Stackable repeating frame with integrated cell sensing connection

InactiveUS20110293983A1Easy to manufactureLow costCell seperators/membranes/diaphragms/spacersLarge-sized flat cells/batteriesCoolant flowBattery cell

A module for a battery pack includes a cooling frame and a spacer frame. At least one of the first and second surfaces of the cooling frame is adapted to transfer heat to a coolant flow. A first battery cell having first and second electrically conductive tabs abuts a cooling frame member first surface. A second end of the cooling frame member includes a connection terminal for electrically connecting to the first electrically conductive tab. A spacer frame member first surface abuts the first battery cell, and a second surface abuts a second battery cell. A first end of the spacer frame member includes a connection terminal for electrically connecting to the second electrically conductive tab of the first battery cell and the first electrically conductive tab of the second battery cell.

Stackable repeating frame with integrated cell sensing connection

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Owner:GM GLOBAL TECH OPERATIONS LLC

Shock absorber with adjustable valving

InactiveUS6851528B2Simple and cost-effectiveImprove featuresSpringsLiquid based dampersCompressed fluidReservoir fluid

A shock absorber includes a shock rod and piston which are disposed within a fluid chamber within a shock body. The piston separates the shock body fluid chamber into a compression fluid chamber and a rebound fluid chamber. A reservoir fluid chamber accommodates the entry of the shock rod into the fluid chamber as the shock absorber compresses under shock forces. The compression fluid chamber is in fluid communication with the reservoir fluid chamber through a third chamber or passage. A first valve may control passage of fluid from the compression fluid chamber into the passage. Second and third valves may be disposed within the passage in parallel with each other and in series with the first valve. The third valve may include an easily accessible knob disposed outside the shock body.

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Owner:BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PROD INC

Method and apparatus for controlling presentation of content at a user terminal

ActiveUS20090172552A1Maximize easeTelevision system detailsSelective content distributionContent TimeContent distribution

The invention controls presentation of content at an end user terminal to allow an end user to consume any kind of content without specifying anything about how the content is delivered. A method includes creating a content schedule, determining content presentation control information using the content schedule, and using the content presentation control information to control the presentation of content on one or more end user terminals. The content schedule, which identifies a plurality of content items intended for the end user terminal, includes at least one content characteristic associated with each of the content items. The content presentation control information is adapted for controlling presentation of the content items at the end user terminal in a manner tending to render the content characteristics transparent to the end user. The content items may be distributed using different content distribution modes, which include at least one time-dependent distribution mode and at least one time-independent distribution mode. The content presentation control information controls the presentation of content at the end user terminal.

Method and apparatus for controlling presentation of content at a user terminal

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Owner:ALCATEL LUCENT SAS

Flexible integration of software applications in a network environment

InactiveUS20050025349A1Maximize easeIncrease flexibilityCharacter and pattern recognitionMedical imagesWeb environmentGraphical user interface

A software application for integration into a picture archiving and communications systems (PACS) network is described. The software application is provided as a single software component using model-view-controller software architecture. The software component's interface is used to expose predominantly only functional parts of a stand-alone version of the software application to a system integrator. The interface provides a set of user interface control parameters and a set of data handling parameters. These allow a PACS network provider to integrate the software application easily by generating a suitable graphical user interface for the application which can be configured to match the “look and feel” desired by the network provider. This can be done in a way which does not require the PACS network provider to have a deep understanding of the technical functioning of the software application.

Flexible integration of software applications in a network environment

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Owner:TOSHIBA MEDICAL VISUALIZATION SYST EURO

Electrical box with movable mounting system

ActiveUS7855338B2Easy to repositionMinimize complexityMachine supportsInstallation of lighting conductorsMechanical engineering

An electrical box is disclosed, wherein the electrical box includes a mounting system that facilitates a repositioning of the electrical box on a mounting structure without a complete removal of fastening devices from the mounting structure.

Electrical box with movable mounting system

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Owner:ALLIED MOLDED PRODS

Defrost chamber within freezer compartment

InactiveUS20160320118A1Improve on and overcome deficiencyEasy to startRefrigeration componentsSupportRefrigerated temperatureTimer

An improved defrost chamber is disposed with the freezer compartment of a refrigerator, removing the need to relocate a food item prior to thawing. The defrost chamber has at least one wall configured to heat the interior. A control unit is in electric communication with and adapted to supply a voltage to the wall(s). The control unit has a timer to initiate or terminate the defrosting operation. The wall(s) may comprise a glass panel associated with electrically conductive material. The control unit may independently control the heat supplied to each of the walls. The control unit may be remotely controllable by a user. One or more vents associated with the defrosting chamber may be open in a non-use configuration and closed in a use configuration. The defrost chamber may be removable from the freezer compartment.

Defrost chamber within freezer compartment

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Owner:WHIRLPOOL CORP

Repeating frame battery with compression joining of cell tabs to welded connection terminals

InactiveUS20120045682A1Easy to manufactureLow costFinal product manufactureCell temperature controlElectrical connectionEngineering

A repeating frame assembly for a battery pack includes a first cooling frame member having a first electrically conductive connection terminal adjacent a first end of the first cooling frame member. The connection terminal includes a top leg forming at least a portion of the first surface of the first cooling frame member and a bottom leg forming at least a portion of the second surface of the first cooling frame member. A first electrically conductive tab of a first battery cell is attached to the top leg of the first electrically conductive connection terminal. A second battery cell may be contained within a second cooling frame member or a first spacer frame member having a second electrically conductive connection terminal adjacent a first end thereof for providing a compression joint having a low resistance electrical connection to the second tab of the first battery cell.

Repeating frame battery with compression joining of cell tabs to welded connection terminals

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Owner:GM GLOBAL TECH OPERATIONS LLC

Detachable hydrofoil trim tabs for use with seaplane floats for assisting with lower speed on-plane condition and stability during step turning/chine walk manuevers

ActiveUS20080302908A1Avoid damageMaximize easeFloatsAircraft braking arrangementsTrim tabLow speed

A hydrofoil trim tab for use with each of a pair of seaplane floats, each tab including a substantially planar shaped body secured to an inside facing location of each float such that a pair of tab bodies are arrayed in opposing and inwardly directed fashion relative to the floats. Each tab is further constructed as a two piece article, a first portion being either mechanically secured or welded to the surface of the float, with a second portion being releasably / breakaway attached to the first portion, such as by frangible fasteners engaging a slidably connection location between the portions. In this fashion, inadvertent breakage of a trim tab at the frangible location will prevent damage to the float.

Detachable hydrofoil trim tabs for use with seaplane floats for assisting with lower speed on-plane condition and stability during step turning/chine walk manuevers

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Owner:CHARLY CENT

Computer based browsing computer program product, system and method

InactiveUS20060202954A1Maximize easeLow costCathode-ray tube indicatorsInput/output processes for data processingDocumentation procedureAnimation

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Owner:SINO STAR GLOBAL LTD

Apparatus for producing metal powder by electrowinning

InactiveUS7393438B2Improves mass transportLarge particle sizeCellsElectroforming processesElectrolysisCopper

This invention relates to an apparatus for producing a metal powder product using either conventional electrowinning or alternative anode reaction chemistries in a flow-through electrowinning cell. A new design for a flow-through electrowinning cell that employs both flow-through anodes and flow-through cathodes is described. The present invention enables the production of high quality metal powders, including copper powder, from metal-containing solutions using conventional electrowinning processes, direct electrowinning, or alternative anode reaction chemistry.

Apparatus for producing metal powder by electrowinning

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Owner:FREEPORT MCMORAN COPPER & GOLD INC

Coatings for electrowetting and electrofluidic devices

ActiveUS9714463B2Low surface energy polymersHigh dielectric strengthElectrostatic separatorsSludge treatmentGas phaseCeramic

Electrowetting devices coated with one or more polymeric layers and methods of making and using thereof are described herein. The coatings may be formed in a single layer or as multiple layers. In one embodiment the first layer deposited serves as an insulating layer of high dielectric strength while the second layer deposited serves as a hydrophobic layer of low surface energy. These materials may themselves be deposited as multiple layers to eliminate pinhole defects and maximize device yield. In one embodiment the insulating layer would be a vapor deposited silicone polymeric material including, but not limited to, polytrivinyltrimethylcyclotrisiloxane or polyHVDS. In another embodiment the insulating layer may be a vapor deposited ceramic such as SiO2 with very little carbon content. In a further embodiment the insulating layer may be composed of alternating layers of a siloxane material and a ceramic material.

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Owner:GVD CORP

System and method for producing copper powder by electrowinning using the ferrous/ferric anode reaction

InactiveUS20050269209A1Simple processImprove securityPhotography auxillary processesElectrolysisCost effectiveness

The present invention relates, generally, to a method for electrowinning copper powder, and more particularly to a method for electrowinning copper powder from a copper-containing solution using the ferrous / ferric anode reaction. In accordance with various embodiments of the present invention, a process for producing copper powder by electrowinning employs alternative anode reaction technology, namely, the ferrous / ferric anode reaction, and enables the efficient and cost-effective production of copper powder at a total cell voltage of less than about 1.5 V and at current densities of greater than 50 A / ft2. A copper powder electrowinning process in accordance with the present invention also reduces or eliminates acid mist generation that is characteristic of electrowinning operations utilizing conventional electrowinning chemistry (e.g., oxygen evolution at the anode), which is advantageous.

System and method for producing copper powder by electrowinning using the ferrous/ferric anode reaction

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Owner:FREEPORT MCMORAN COPPER & GOLD INC

Powered cargo rack for tall vehicles

InactiveUS20150069101A1Provide stabilityEasy to unloadSupplementary fittingsLinear motionEngineering

Provided are powered roof racks for tall vehicles, configured for cargo loading or unloading near to and parallel to the ground. The cargo is lifted to or lowered from roof height using an electric drive. Cargo motion comprises two separate essentially linear motions. The motion on and off of the roof is linear and essentially horizontal. The motion between roof height and the near ground level loading/unloading position is linear and near vertical. During all operations the load remains parallel to the ground. The majority of cargo load is supported on the ground during loading/unloading. All parts may be stored in a low profile roof mounted package when not in use, and ensures that setup and teardown uses a minimal number of easy to execute steps.

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Owner:API ENG

Pivotal guard cover for hand-held kitchen peeler

InactiveUS6837133B2Ease of protecting the blade during non-use is maximizedSmooth rotationVegetable peelingHand equipmentsHand heldEngineering

A method and apparatus for providing protection in connection with the cutting edge of a blade of a generally Y-shaped conventional kitchen peeler or cutter comprising a guard pivotally attached to the extension arms extending from the handle of the peeler, whereby the guard is pivotal between a guarding position immediately adjacent the cutting edge of the peeler blade and a non-guarding position exposing the cutting edge of the peeler blade for use.

Pivotal guard cover for hand-held kitchen peeler

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Owner:REVASUM INC +1

Computer user interface system and method

InactiveUS20050147953A1Maximize easeLow costVisual presentationElectrical appliancesAnimationPaper document

A computer user interface system and method arranges a set of information hosted on a computer into a set of books, where each book includes a subset of the set of information, labels each book with a respective portion of the subset of the set of information, and selects a book from the set of books. Selecting the book from the set of books includes steps of displaying the respective portions of the books as a book document image that includes pages which correspond to the respective portions of the books, generating a command for moving through the pages, displaying an animated image of the pages of the book document being at least one of flipped, scrolled, slid and flashed images, and selecting the book when a selected one of the pages containing a selection portion of the book is earlier displayed.

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Owner:SINO STAR GLOBAL

Modular implantable medical device

ActiveUS8075531B2Maximize comfortMaximize easeMedical devicesCatheterModularityCatheter

The present invention is a modular implantable medical device that is used deliver materials or energy into a patient's physiology, or from one region of a patient's physiology to another. The device includes a port element with a passageway therethrough for directing and anchoring a conduit element in a desired location. Both elements can be adjusted during placement to maximize the safety, comfort, and efficacy of use. In one embodiment, the port element is comprised of two components such that the passage way is formed after the components are assembled. This modularity enables a large diameter section of the conduit to be advanced past the port location, and the port to be assembled about a smaller proximal section of the conduit, thereby establishing full contact between the port and conduit elements to anchor the device in an optimal position.

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Owner:MARVAO MEDICAL

Guest Check Presenter Device and Method of Use

ActiveUS20140164152A1Eliminating superfluous construction materialEconomically efficientAcutation objectsHand manipulated computer devicesVisibilityTime efficient

A Guest Check Presenter Device and Method of Use. In one embodiment, advantageous for establishment use, the invention comprises a guest check presenter in the form of a booklet having a bill slot for holding a bill which can be made of transparent magnifying plastic that enlarges the appearance of the bill, which can be coupled with a light, enhancing visibility of the bill. The system also provides for a calculation device that limits its functionality and options: permitting the patrons to split the total of the bill, and calculate the percentage of gratuity desired selecting from choices provided on the face of the device. In a second embodiment advantageous for personal use, the case has a front and back side, with a computation device, a magnifier, and a light all being disposed on the case. By offering only limited functions, the device is made more user-friendly and time-efficient. The invention aids the elderly and eyesight-impaired individuals.

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Owner:INUKAI CONNIE B

Electrical box with adjustable sleeve

ActiveUS9893503B2Easy to adjustMinimize assemblyElectrical apparatusEngineeringMechanical engineering

An electrical box assembly includes an outer box having a sidewall and a front opening. A sleeve having an inner surface is received in the front opening of the outer box and selectively extendable in respect of the outer box. A mounting plate is disposed on the inner surface of the sleeve. The mounting plate cooperates with the sleeve to selectively position the sleeve in respect of the outer box.

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Owner:ALLIED MOLDED PRODS

Computer user interface system and method

InactiveUS6976225B2Maximize easeLow costVisual presentationInput/output processes for data processingDocumentation procedureAnimation

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Owner:SINO STAR GLOBAL LTD

Detachable hydrofoil trim tabs for use with seaplane floats for assisting with lower speed on-plane condition and stability during step turning/chine walk manuevers

ActiveUS7699262B2Avoid damageMaximize easeFloatsAircraft braking arrangementsTrim tabLow speed

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Owner:CHARLY CENT

Powered cargo rack for tall vehicles

InactiveUS9463748B2Ease of loading/unloading is maximizedLoad minimizationSupplementary fittingsLinear motionElectricity

Provided are powered roof racks for tall vehicles, configured for cargo loading or unloading near to and parallel to the ground. The cargo is lifted to or lowered from roof height using an electric drive. Cargo motion comprises two separate essentially linear motions. The motion on and off of the roof is linear and essentially horizontal. The motion between roof height and the near ground level loading / unloading position is linear and near vertical. During all operations the load remains parallel to the ground. The majority of cargo load is supported on the ground during loading / unloading. All parts may be stored in a low profile roof mounted package when not in use, and ensures that setup and teardown uses a minimal number of easy to execute steps.

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Owner:API ENG

Electrical box with adjustable mounting system

ActiveUS8704107B2Easy to repositionEase of repositioning the electrical box is maximizedCouplings bases/casesSupport structure mountingThreaded fastenerEngineering

An electrical box assembly is disclosed including an electrical box having at least one sidewall, the sidewall including an aperture formed therein to receive a threaded fastener. A mounting plate is provided that is attached to a support member and includes an elongate slot formed therein, wherein at least a portion of the slot is aligned with the aperture of the sidewall. A clamp bar abuts the mounting plate and has a threaded aperture formed therein, wherein the fastener extends through the aperture formed in the sidewall and the elongate slot formed in the mounting plate and is threadably received in the aperture formed in the clamp bar to movably attach the electrical box to the mounting plate.

Electrical box with adjustable mounting system

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Owner:ALLIED MOLDED PRODS

Adjustable rear spacer wall assembly for a vending machine

InactiveUS7100795B2Maximize easeFlat article dispensingSecuring devicesBottleEngineering

A vending machine includes an adjustable channel assembly for varying the depth of a product stack area within the vending machine. Preferably two adjustable channel assemblies are mounted to a column wall to support a rear spacer wall that defines a back portion of the stack area. The rear spacer wall is selectively movable fore-to-aft in order to permit the stack area to be customized in order to accommodate various sized bottles and cans.