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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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06-09-2012 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPLANTING A MODULAR FEMORAL HIP

Номер: US20120226282A1
Автор: SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.

A method of implanting a prosthetic component is disclosed that includes attaching a guide rod to the prosthetic component, removably coupling the guide rod to a shaft extending from a handle, and positioning the prosthetic component in an anatomical feature. The method also includes impacting an impaction portion of the handle and uncoupling the guide rod from the shaft, leaving the guide rod attached to the prosthetic component. The method further includes positioning a reamer over the guide rod to create a reamed opening in the anatomical feature. 1. A method of implanting a modular prosthetic component , comprising:attaching a guide rod to the prosthetic component;removably coupling the guide rod to a shaft extending from a handle;positioning the prosthetic component in an anatomical feature;impacting an impaction portion of the handle; anduncoupling the guide rod from the shaft to remove the shaft, leaving the guide rod attached to the prosthetic component.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising attaching the guide rod to the prosthetic component by threading the guide rod into the prosthetic component.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising rotationally fixing the guide rod to the handle.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising threading the guide rod into the prosthetic component using the handle.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising impacting the impaction portion of the handle until the prosthetic component is driven to a desired depth in the anatomical feature.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising using numbered indicia on the shaft to determine when the prosthetic component is driven to the desired depth.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising impacting a striker plate that is fixed to the shaft to remove the prosthetic component from the anatomical feature when the prosthetic component is misaligned with respect to the anatomical feature.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising removably coupling the guide rod ...

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Номер записи: 1
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Control of video decoder for reverse playback operation

Номер: US20120288254A1
Автор: John Samuel Bushell
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

A video decoder includes a mode of operation for reverse playback that includes dividing a sequence of coded video data into groups of pictures (GOPs) and further subdividing the groups of pictures into a plurality of spans. Each span is processed in reverse coding order by decoding the first key frame and any reference frames that precede the currently processed span in coding order, selecting a plurality of frames from the currently processed span for decode and display and further selecting for decode but not display any reference frames from the currently processed span that were omitted by the first selection. The method accommodates control parameters that define the number of spans selected from each GOP and the number of frames selected from each span for decoded and display.

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Номер записи: 2
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Notification barrier

Номер: US20120311582A1
Автор: John Samuel Bushell
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

The disclosed embodiments provide a system which implements a notification barrier. During operation, the system receives a call to the notification barrier installed on a sender object, wherein the call originates from a receiver object which receives notifications posted by the sender object. In response to the call, the system acquires a notification lock, wherein the notification lock is held whenever the sender is posting a notification. The system then releases the notification lock, wherein releasing the lock indicates to the receiver object that the sender object has no pending posted notifications.

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Номер записи: 3
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Trialing And Implanting A Modular Femoral Hip

Номер: US20130110185A1
Автор: Aaron P. Smith, Tyler D. Witt
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing LLC

A modular femoral hip implant trialing system. The system generally includes a proximal body, a fastener, and a fastener retention member. The proximal body includes a proximal bore, a tapered distal bore, and a passageway connecting the proximal bore to the distal bore. The proximal bore, the distal bore, and the passageway are aligned along a first axis. The fastener includes a head in the proximal bore and a stem in the distal bore, the fastener is aligned along the first axis. The fastener retention member is positioned in the proximal bore and is operable to retain at least a portion of the fastener within the proximal bore.

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Номер записи: 4
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Method for image modification

Номер: US20130156315A1
Автор: Bruce Allen Maxwell, Casey Arthur Smith, Neil Alldrin, Richard Mark Friedhoff, Steven Joseph Bushell, Timothy King Rodgers, JR.
Принадлежит: Tandent Vision Science Inc

An automated, computerized method is provided for processing an image. The method includes the steps of providing an image file depicting an image, in a computer memory, performing an image segregation operation on the image file to generate a set of intrinsic images corresponding to the image, modifying a preselected one of the set of intrinsic images according to a set of preselected operations and merging the modified one of the set of intrinsic images relative to the set of intrinsic images to provide a modified output image.

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Номер записи: 5
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Method and system for transferring material between vehicles

Номер: US20130166157A1
Автор: Brandon G. Leiran, Dale O. Pellatz, Frederick W. Nelson, Matthew D. Potter, Monte E. Miller, Tyler D. Schleicher
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A user interface alerts an operator of the lead vehicle if the follower vehicle location is within a predefined radius of the lead vehicle location and a predetermined angular difference with respect to a heading of the lead vehicle. A user interface response mechanism is configured such that the operator can accept or reject jointly coordinated movement of the lead vehicle and follower vehicle for unloading the lead vehicle during an unloading period. The first wireless communications device is adapted to transmit an alignment data message to the follower vehicle to maintain a target offset between the lead vehicle and the follower vehicle, where the target offset is based on a first vehicle identifier of the follower vehicle, a second vehicle identifier of the lead vehicle, and preset target offset stored in at data storage device associated with the lead vehicle.

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Номер записи: 6
04-07-2013 дата публикации

METHOD OF TREATING MINE-INFLUENCED WATER AND SOIL

Номер: US20130171686A1
Автор: Perry Donald F., Perry Matthew A., Perry Tyler D.
Принадлежит:

The present invention is directed to a method of trans-seasonal bioremedial treating of mine-influenced water and soil (MIWAS) in situ with microorganisms for removal of contaminants containing heavy metals compounds. The method comprises the steps of: a) sampling indigenous microorganisms from the MIWAS site being treated; b) identifying and/or isolating indigenous microorganisms that consume selected compounds to be treated in the MIWAS; c) propagating at least one of the indigenous microorganisms identified or isolated in step b); and d) reintroducing propagated microorganisms either on the soil surface or subsurface at the MIWAS site together with a source of nutrients and a carbon source for the microorganisms; wherein when the microorganisms, nutrients, and carbon source are reintroduced on the soil surface, they are subsequently buried. 1. A method of trans-seasonal bioremedial treating of mine-influenced water and soil (MIWAS) in situ with microorganisms for removal of contaminants containing heavy metals , comprising the steps of:a) sampling indigenous microorganisms from the MIWAS site being treated;b) identifying indigenous microorganisms that reduce selected heavy metal compounds to be treated in the MIWAS;c) propagating at least one of the indigenous microorganisms identified in step b); andd) reintroducing a bioremedial composition comprising propagated microorganisms, a source of nutrients, and a carbon source for the microorganisms subsurface at the MIWAS site.2. The method of wherein the contaminants comprise selenium compounds.3. The method of wherein in step c) claim 1 , propagation of the microorganisms occurs offsite.4. The method of wherein in step d) claim 1 , the bioremedial composition is reintroduced subsurface at a depth sufficient to allow the bioremedial composition to reach underground water sources.5. The method of wherein the site is monitored after treatment claim 1 , and one or more of steps a) through d) are repeated until the site ...

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Номер записи: 7
05-09-2013 дата публикации

AMINIOTHIAZOLES AND THEIR USES

Номер: US20130231275A1
Автор: Bushell Simon, Lamarche Matthew J., Leeds Jennifer, Whitehead Lewis
Принадлежит: NOVARTIS AG

The present application describes organic compounds that are useful for the treatment, prevention and/or amelioration of diseases particularly bacterial infections. 2. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , and Ris CH.3. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , Ris CH claim 1 , and Ris CH—O—CH.6. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , and Ris CH.7. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , Ris CH claim 5 , and Ris CH—O—CH.11. The compound of claim 10 , wherein R claim 10 , Rand Rare H claim 10 , and Ris CH.12. The compound of claim 10 , wherein R claim 10 , Rand Rare H claim 10 , Ris CH claim 10 , and Ris CH—O—CH.15. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Ris OH or OAc.19. A method of treating a bacterial infection comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of claim 1 , such that the bacterial infection is treated.20. A method of treating an EF-Tu associated-state comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of claim 1 , such that the EF-Tu associated state is treated.21. A method of treating claim 1 , inhibiting or preventing the activity of EF-Tu in a subject in need thereof claim 1 , comprising administering to the subject a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of .22. The method of claim 20 , wherein a bacterial infection is treated in a subject in need thereof.23. A method of treating claim 1 , inhibiting or preventing the activity of bacteria in a subject in need thereof claim 1 , comprising administering to the subject a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of claim 1 , wherein the compound interacts with any target in the life cycle of the bacteria.24. The method of claim 22 , wherein the target is EF-Tu.25. A method of treating a bacterial infection in a subject claim 1 , comprising administering to a subject ...

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Номер записи: 8
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Assembly Tool For Modular Implant And Associated Method

Номер: US20130231674A1
Автор: Freiberg Andrew, SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing Corporation

A method of implanting a modular implant having a proximal implant and a distal implant into an anatomic site includes sequentially assembling a plurality of components of an assembly tool on to the proximal and distal implants and holding corresponding tapers of the proximal and distal implants separated by a selected separation distance by the assembly tool. The method also includes impacting the proximal and distal implants to an anatomic depth without changing the separation distance by impacting the assembly tool, and actuating the assembly tool to lock the corresponding tapers of the proximal and distal implants without removing the assembly tool. 1. A method for implanting a modular implant having a proximal implant and a distal implant into an anatomic site , the method comprising:engaging a distal portion of a first coupler to a proximal implant;releasably connecting a handle member over the first coupler;passing a second coupler through the handle member and the first coupler;engaging a distal portion of the second coupler through the proximal implant to a distal implant;engaging a compression member to a proximal portion of the second coupler through the handle member;rotating the compression member to hold corresponding tapers of the proximal and distal implants separated by a selected separation distance;impacting the proximal and distal implants to an anatomic depth by impacting the compression member while holding the tapers separated by the separation distance; androtating the compression member to reduce the separation distance and fully lock the corresponding tapers of the proximal and distal implants without removing the compression member.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein releasably connecting the handle member over the first coupler includes actuating a locking member coupled to the handle member.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:engaging an anti-rotation tab of the handle member to a groove of the proximal implant; androtating the ...

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Номер записи: 9
19-09-2013 дата публикации

Epitope therapy for infectious diseases

Номер: US20130243801A1
Автор: Joel D. Ernst, Tyler D. Bold
Принадлежит: New York University NYU

The present invention relates to a method of treating a subject for an infectious disease. This method involves selecting a subject infected with an infectious disease-causing agent. The infectious disease-causing agent elicits, in the selected subject, an immune response that is insufficient to cure the selected subject of the infectious disease. The method also involves administering to the selected subject a synthetic peptide representing an antigen epitope associated with an immune response to the infectious agent. The immune response to the synthetic peptide is sufficient to treat the selected subject for the infectious disease.

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Номер записи: 10
03-10-2013 дата публикации

SELF TUNING UNIVERSAL STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

Номер: US20130261897A1
Автор: ALLEYNE Andrew G., LIU NANJUN, POTTER MATTHEW D., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
Принадлежит: Deere & Company

At least one example embodiment discloses a method of controlling steering of a vehicle. The method includes identifying a reduced-order vehicle model, the reduced-order vehicle model representing a vehicle transfer function in which a least one high-frequency pole is removed. The method further includes generating target closed loop pole locations based on at least one user preference parameter. The method further includes determining calibration parameters that place closed loop poles of a composite system at the target closed loop poles. The composite system in this context includes the reduced-order vehicle model and a steering control system. Finally, the method includes controlling the steering using the steering control system configured using the calibration parameters. 1. A method for controlling steering of a vehicle , the method comprising:identifying a reduced-order vehicle model, the reduced-order vehicle model representing a vehicle transfer function in which at least one high-frequency pole is removed;generating target closed loop pole locations based on at least one user preference parameter;determining calibration parameters that place closed loop poles of a composite system at the target closed loop poles, the composite system including the reduced-order vehicle model and a steering control system; andcontrolling the steering using the steering control system configured using the calibration parameters.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one user preference parameter includes at least a steering aggressiveness level.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reduced-order vehicle model includes two poles.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:evaluating the performance of the steering control system based on at least one performance criterion;updating the reduced-order vehicle model based on the evaluating; anddetermining updated calibration parameters based on the updated reduced-order vehicle model.5. The method of claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 11
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Modular Lateral Hip Auguments

Номер: US20130274889A1
Автор: Aaron P. Smith, Andrew Freiberg, David R. Brown, Hugh Apthorp, John Barrington, Keith R. Berend, Tyler D. Witt
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing LLC

An implant for a hip can include a lateral augment adapted to be coupled to a lateral side of a femoral body implant. The lateral augment can include a body portion having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a protrusion extending from the second surface. The protrusion can have a shape adapted to mate with a complementary shaped recess formed in the lateral side of the femoral body implant. An aperture can be positioned in the body portion and extend through the protrusion. A fastener can be received through the aperture and adapted to be threadably secured to the lateral bore. The fastener can be configured to have a length sufficient to pass through a portion of a greater trochanter for securing the portion of the greater trochanter and the lateral augment to the femoral body implant.

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Номер записи: 12
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Preparing A Proximal Femur

Номер: US20140012268A1
Автор: Fontenot Eric J., SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A system for preparing a proximal femur can include a broach that includes a broach body having an anterior side, a posterior side, a lateral side and a medial side. The medial side can have a roughened cutting surface. The lateral side can have a smooth, non-cutting surface. The system can further comprise a cutting scribe assembly and a cutting guide assembly. 1. A system for preparing a proximal femoral implant for a proximal femoral prosthesis , the system comprising:a member configured to be placed in a proximal femur for preparing the proximal femur, the member having at least one notch formed into the member;a shelf body that engages the member for estimating a location of a calcar shelf during trialing;wherein the shelf body is configured to selectively engage the member.2. The system of wherein the shelf body is generally in the form of a U-shape that comprises a first finger claim 1 , a second finger claim 1 , and a central connecting portion.3. The system of wherein the first and second fingers are on opposite ends of the central connecting portion.4. The system of wherein a first protrusion is provided on the first finger and a second protrusion is provided on the second finger to provide a positive locating interaction of the shelf body into that at least one notch.5. The system of wherein the first and second protrusions provide a tactile feedback that the shelf body is positively located in an assembled position with the at least one notch.6. The system of wherein the first and second protrusions provide tactile feedback by slidably translating along the at least one notch followed by positive location of the first and second protrusions and into at least one inset.7. The system of wherein the shelf body is compliant to allow for flexing outwardly of the first and second fingers during slidable translation of the first and second protrusion across opposing surfaces.8. The system of wherein the at least one notch includes a plurality of notches claim 4 ...

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Номер записи: 13
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Patient-Specific Hip Joint Devices

Номер: US20140052270A1
Автор: HERSHBERGER TROY W., Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, WHITE John R., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

An implant for a femoral head of a patient. The implant includes a shell implantable on the femoral head of the patient and correcting a defect of the femoral head. The shell is designed preoperatively to have a patient-specific first surface for articulation with the patient's acetabulum and a patient-specific periphery mateable with a periphery of the defect. The shell caps the defect and the first surface of the shell is continuous to a remaining healthy surface of the femoral head. The defect can be a bone defect, a cartilage defect or a combination thereof. 1. An implant for a femoral head , the implant comprising a shell implantable on a femoral head of the patient and configured preoperatively to correct a defect of the femoral head , the shell having a patient-specific first surface for articulation with the patient's acetabulum and a patient-specific periphery mateable with a periphery of the defect , such that the first surface of the shell is continuous to a remaining healthy surface of the femoral head and the shell replaces and corrects the defect.2. The implant of claim 1 , wherein the femoral implant includes a second surface opposite to the first surface and engageable with the femoral head.3. The implant of claim 2 , wherein the second surface is patient-specific.4. The implant of claim 2 , further comprising a fixator for coupling the femoral implant to the femoral head.5. The implant of claim 4 , wherein the fixator is modularly coupled to the shell.6. The implant of claim 1 , where the defect is a bone defect claim 1 , a cartilage defect or a combination thereof.7. The implant of claim 1 , further comprising a resorbable stem extending from the implant for securing the implant to the femoral head.8. An implant for a femoral head claim 1 , the implant comprising:a first surface configured to replace a defective area of a bone defect of the femoral head, the first surface being patient-specific and conforming with the patient's acetabulum for ...

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Номер записи: 14
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus To Identify Coordinated Components

Номер: US20140074249A1
Автор: BECKNELL Nikie, Davenport Austen, Nash Seth, SLONE W. Jason, Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит:

A prosthetic system is disclosed that can have a feature for identifying an aspect of the prosthetic member and related instruments. The identification feature can identify cooperating components of the prosthetic system, such as an implant and instruments for use with the implant. 1. A prosthetic assembly kit , comprising:a prosthetic member configured to be implanted in a natural anatomy to replace a portion of the natural anatomy being provided with a first identification feature; anda first instrument operable to assist in implantation of the prosthetic member in a selected portion of the natural anatomy provided with the first identification feature;wherein the first identification feature is configured to identify a coordination of the prosthetic member and the first instrument for performing a procedure.2. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the first instrument is at least one of a reamer claim 1 , a liner provisional claim 1 , a shell provisional claim 1 , a face plate claim 1 , or an inserter.3. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the first identification feature is a color.4. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the first identification feature is an anodized color formed on at least one of the prosthetic member or the first instrument.5. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the prosthetic member includes a second identification feature claim 1 , wherein the second identification feature is different than the first identification feature.6. The kit of claim 5 , wherein the first identification feature identifies at least a size of the prosthetic member and the second identification feature identifies at least one of a locking feature claim 5 , a location of a removal feature claim 5 , a hole orientation.7. The kit of claim 5 , further comprising:a second prosthetic member including at least the first identification feature or the second identification feature.8. The kit of claim 5 , further comprising:a second prosthetic member including both the first identification feature and the ...

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Номер записи: 15
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Implanting A Modular Femoral Hip

Номер: US20140081272A1
Автор: SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A method of implanting a prosthetic component is disclosed that includes attaching a guide rod to the prosthetic component, removably coupling the guide rod to a shaft extending from a handle, and positioning the prosthetic component in an anatomical feature. The method also includes impacting an impaction portion of the handle and uncoupling the guide rod from the shaft, leaving the guide rod attached to the prosthetic component. The method further includes positioning a reamer over the guide rod to create a reamed opening in the anatomical feature. 1. An insertion system for implanting a prosthetic component , comprising:a handle including an impaction portion;a shaft extending from and fixed to the handle;a guide rod removably couplable to the shaft, wherein the guide rod is adapted to be rotationally fixed relative to the impaction portion and removably attached to the prosthetic component; anda coupling mechanism adapted to removably couple the guide rod to the shaft.2. The insertion system of claim 1 , wherein the impaction portion includes a first hole extending at least partially therethrough and having an inner hex surface that aligns with an outer hex surface on a proximal end of the guide rod to rotationally fix the guide rod within the impaction portion.3. The insertion system of claim 1 , wherein the coupling mechanism includes a sleeve that captures at least one ball bearing in at least a first hole in the shaft.4. The insertion system of claim 3 , wherein the coupling mechanism further includes at least one pin that extends through the shaft to axially fix the sleeve to the shaft and a biasing member that biases the sleeve relative to at least one end of the shaft.5. The insertion system of claim 3 , wherein the shaft includes a second hole extending axially through the shaft that is adapted to axially receive the guide rod.6. The insertion system of claim 3 , wherein the shaft includes a first rim surface that axially abuts a second rim surface on ...

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Номер записи: 16
20-03-2014 дата публикации

ACETABULAR CUP INSERTER HANDLE

Номер: US20140081278A1
Автор: Davenport Austen, Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.

Disclosed is an acetabular positioning and insertion instrument. Additionally, a method of positioning an acetabular prosthesis with an insertion instrument is disclosed. The positioning instrument can include engaging members to contact an acetabular prosthesis and holding it relative to a portion of the instrument for both rotational and positioning of the prosthesis. 1. A system for positioning an acetabular prosthesis into a subject , comprising:a graspable portion extending from a first end to a second end;a moveable projection extending from the graspable portion;a biasing member contacting a first wall of the graspable portion and a second wall of the moveable projection and biasing the moveable projection to at least a first biased position;a biasing rod interconnected with the moveable projection; andat least one holding finger moveable from a second biased position to an unbiased position, wherein the second biased position is biased away from a central axis of the biasing rod and is biased at least by the biasing rod when the biasing rod is in a rod biasing position.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:an impaction surface define by the first end of the graspable portion;wherein the moveable projection is near the second end of the graspable portion.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a tube extending from the second end of the graspable portion;wherein the biasing rod is moveable within the tube.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the moveable projection and the biasing rod are fixedly interconnected so that movement of the moveable projection moves the biasing rod.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the biasing member is a resilient member and biases both the moveable projection and the biasing rod in a first direction away from the first end of the graspable portion to the first biased and the rod biasing position.6. The system of claim 3 , wherein the at least one holding finger includes an axis of rotation member that engages a wall ...

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Номер записи: 17
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Implanting A Prosthesis

Номер: US20140081282A1
Автор: Davenport Austen, SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.

Disclosed is a system for engaging a prosthesis and for implanting the same. The system can include a component or plurality of components to engage an acetabular prosthesis in both rotational and axial fixation. A method of using the insertion assembly is also disclosed. In addition, a method of assembling, disassembling, and cleaning the insertion assembly is disclosed. 1. A system to implant a prosthesis into a subject , comprising:a handle member extending from a first end to a second end and defining a through-bore through at least a portion of the handle member;a threaded member extending from a first end to a second end, the threaded member having threads formed at the first end to threadably engage the prosthesis and a slotted region at the second end; anda projection extending into the through-bore formed in the handle member to engage the slotted region to hold the threaded member in the handle member;wherein the slotted region includes a first portion and a second portion separate from the first portion that includes an uninterrupted area defined relative to the threaded member.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a driving member configured to rotate the threaded member about a long axis of the threaded member to both engage the threaded member within the through-bore of the handle member and rotate the threaded member to threadably engage the prosthesis.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first portion is discontinuous about the threaded member and includes a double “J” shape slot configuration.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first portion that is discontinuous about the threaded member includes a first opening through a first wall defining a walled groove and a second opening through a second wall defining the walled groove;wherein the first wall is spaced apart from the second wall and the first wall is nearer the threaded end than the second wall.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first end has an external surface that is keyed ...

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Номер записи: 18
03-04-2014 дата публикации

Patient-Specific Shoulder Guide

Номер: US20140094816A1
Автор: Bollinger Mark A., Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, Morrison Bryan, PERRY Lance D., SLONE W. Jason, SMITH Aaron P., WHITE John R., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A method for inserting an acetabular implant into the acetabulum of a patient. The method includes engaging a patient-specific surface of acetabular alignment guide to a complementary rim surface and periacetabular area of a patient. A plurality of alignment pins are inserted through corresponding alignment apertures of the acetabular alignment guide and into the periacetabular area of the patient. The acetabular alignment guide is removed without removing the alignment pins from the patient. An alignment adapter is coupled to an acetabular inserter over the alignment pins and an acetabular implant is implanted using the acetabular inserter. 1. A method for inserting an acetabular implant into the acetabulum of a patient , the method comprising:engaging a patient-specific surface of acetabular alignment guide to a complementary rim surface and periacetabular area of a patient;inserting a plurality of alignment pins through corresponding alignment apertures of the acetabular alignment guide and into the periacetabular area of the patient;removing the acetabular alignment guide without removing the alignment pins from the patient;guiding a first alignment adapter coupled to an acetabular inserter over the alignment pins; andimplanting an acetabular implant with the acetabular inserter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein guiding a first alignment adapter coupled to an acetabular implant inserter over the alignment pins comprises inserting the alignment pins through complementary apertures of the first alignment adapter.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:removing the acetabular inserter and the first alignment adapter;guiding a second alignment adapter coupled to an impactor over the alignment pins; andimpacting the acetabular implant with the impactor.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein guiding a second alignment adapter coupled to an impactor over the alignment pins comprises inserting the alignment pins through complementary apertures of the second alignment ...

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Номер записи: 19
03-01-2019 дата публикации

CROP ROW SENSING ON VEHICLE WITH MULTIPLE, INDEPENDENTLY STEERABLE AXLES/WHEELS

Номер: US20190000007A1
Автор: Mulder David L., Rasmussen Noah J., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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An agricultural machine has a set of front wheels and a set of rear wheels that are independently steerable relative to one another. Distance sensors are mounted to the agricultural vehicle to sense a distance between the front wheels, and the adjacent row crops, and between the rear wheels, and the adjacent row crops. Automatic steering control signals are generated to automatically steer the front wheels, and rear wheels, based upon the sensed distances. 1. An agricultural mobile machine , comprising:a frame;a set of front ground engaging traction elements movably connected to the frame;a first steering actuator controllable to steer the set of front ground engaging traction elements;a set of rear ground engaging traction elements movably connected to the frame;a second steering actuator controllable to steer the set of rear ground engaging traction elements independently of the set of front ground engaging traction elements;a sensing component configured to sense a distance from each ground engaging traction element, in the set of front ground engaging traction elements, to an adjacent crop row and to sense a distance from each ground engaging traction element, in the set of rear ground engaging traction element, to an adjacent crop row; anda steering control system that generates a first steering control signal to control the first steering actuator to steer the set of front ground engaging traction elements based on the sensed distance from each ground engaging traction element, in the set of front ground engaging traction elements, to adjacent crop rows, the steering control system generating a second steering control signal to control the second steering actuator to steer the set of rear ground engaging traction elements based on the sensed distance from each ground engaging traction element, in the set of rear ground engaging traction elements, to adjacent crop rows.2. The agricultural mobile machine of wherein the set of front ground engaging traction ...

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Номер записи: 20
07-01-2021 дата публикации

EXTERNAL URINE COLLECTION SYSTEM AND RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20210000637A1
Автор: Dykstra Matthew S., Edge Chelsea M., Farris John, Heuerman Andrew T., HOSSAIN MD MARUF, Johnson Brandon D., Keshavarzi Phillip N., Kramer Tyler D., Merritt Abby A., Morris Jill M., Sims Taylor S., Stark Amanda E., VanMiddendorp Eric Jon, Weaver Kevin T.
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An external urine collection system for collecting urine excreted by a user through the user's external urethral orifice includes a urinary assembly having a sleeve and a cup that define a collection chamber. The sleeve can be attached to an area around the user's external urethral orifice by an adhesive. The cup can be coupled to the sleeve through a male connector and female connector that form a liquid tight seal between the sleeve and the cup. An outlet is defined by at least one of the sleeve and the cup for draining urine excreted by the user into the urinary assembly. 1. An external urine collection system for urine excreted by a user through the user's external urethral orifice , the collection system comprising:a sleeve having an interface surface defining a open end, the interface surface configured to be secured via an adhesive to an external surface of the user and to surround an external urethral orifice of the user, distal from the external urethral orifice, the sleeve defining a sleeve outlet, opposite the open end;a removable cup coupled with the sleeve at the sleeve outlet, and including a collection chamber; anda releasable coupling between the cup and the sleeve, the releasable coupling forming a liquid tight seal for the flow of urine through the sleeve and into the cup;wherein the cup can be uncoupled from the sleeve while the sleeve remains secured via the adhesive to the external surface of the user.2. The external urine collection system of wherein the interface surface of the sleeve includes a flange extending outward and away from the open end claim 1 , wherein the flange provides a surface area sufficient to form an adhesive bond with external surface of the user to hold the sleeve in place.3. The external urine collection system of wherein the flange is contoured to define a curved surface corresponding to a curvature of the external surface of the user adjacent the external urethral orifice.4. The external urine collection system of ...

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Номер записи: 21
05-01-2017 дата публикации

PATIENT-SPECIFIC ACETABULAR ALIGNMENT GUIDES

Номер: US20170000626A1
Автор: Bollinger Mark A., Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, Morrison Bryan, Perry Lance Dean, Slone William Jason, SMITH Aaron P., WHITE John R., Witt Tyler D.
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An acetabular device includes a patient-specific acetabular alignment guide including a bone engagement surface. The bone engagement surface has a first portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to an acetabular rim surface and a second portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to a periacetabular area of an acetabulum of a patient. The acetabular alignment guide includes a plurality of guiding formations extending through the second portion for guiding a plurality of alignment pins therethrough. The bone engagement surface and the plurality of guiding formations are prepared from a three-dimensional model of the acetabulum of the specific patient reconstructed pre-operatively from a scan of the patient. 1. An acetabular device comprising: a bone engagement surface having first and second portions, the first portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to an acetabular rim surface of a specific patient and a second portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to a periacetabular area of an acetabulum of the specific patient in accordance with a three-dimensional model of the acetabulum of the specific patient reconstructed pre-operatively from an image scan of the patient; and', 'a plurality of guiding formations extending through the second portion for guiding a plurality of alignment pins therethrough, wherein the plurality of guiding formations are arranged and configured relative to the periacetabular area based on a pre-operative plan for the patient., 'a patient-specific acetabular alignment guide including217.-. (canceled)18. An acetabular device comprising: a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, the first surface being patient-specific and made to conform to an acetabular rim surface around an acetabulum of a patient in accordance with a three-dimensional image of the acetabulum of the patient;', 'an inner surface configured to allow access to ...

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Номер записи: 22
10-01-2019 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT BOOM CONTROL WITH RAPID SYSTEM CYCLING

Номер: US20190010966A1
Автор: Bellows Tyler D., Raszga Calin L., Rober Daryl I.
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A work machine has a connecting valve which is positioned fluidly between a hoist actuator and a stick actuator to permit fluid flow between the hoist actuator and the stick actuator when the connecting valve is open. When the connecting valve is closed, fluid flow is inhibited between the hoist actuator and the stick actuator. A controller can receive information from a hoist boom position sensor and a stick boom position sensor, the controller can receive input from a user interface, and the controller can communicate signals to the hoist actuator and the stick actuator based upon the information from the hoist boom position sensor and the stick boom position sensor, and the input from the user interface. 1. A work machine comprising:a frame;a user interface;a controller; a hoist boom pivotally connected to the frame and moveable relative to the frame by a hoist actuator, a hoist boom position sensor connected to the hoist boom, and', 'a stick boom pivotally connected to the hoist boom and moveable relative to the hoist boom by a stick actuator, a stick boom position sensor connected to the stick boom;, 'a boom assembly coupled to the frame and including'} 'a connecting valve positioned fluidly between the hoist actuator and the stick actuator to permit fluid flow between the hoist actuator and the stick actuator when the connecting valve is open,', 'a pump fluidly coupled to the hoist actuator and operable to fluidly communicate with the hoist actuator through a hoist valve, the pump further fluidly coupled to the stick actuator and operable to fluidly communicate with the stick actuator through a stick valve; and'}wherein when the connecting valve is closed, fluid flow is inhibited between the hoist actuator and the stick actuator,wherein the controller is configured to receive information from the hoist boom position sensor and the stick boom position sensor,wherein the controller is configured to receive input from the user interface, andwherein the controller ...

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Номер записи: 23
19-01-2017 дата публикации

AMINOTHIAZOLES AND THEIR USES

Номер: US20170015704A1
Автор: Bushell Simon, Lamarche Matthew J., Leeds Jennifer, Whitehead Lewis
Принадлежит: NOVARTIS AG

The present application describes organic compounds of Formula (I) 2. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , and Ris CH.3. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , Ris CH claim 1 , and Ris CH—O—CH.6. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , and Ris CH.7. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , Ris CH claim 5 , and Ris CH—O—CH.10. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Ris OH or OAc.15. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of claim 1 , and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent.16. A method of treating a bacterial infection comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of claim 1 , such that the bacterial infection is treated. This application is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 14/291,572, filed May 30, 2014, now allowed, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 13/864,779, filed Apr. 17, 2013, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 12/333,602, filed Dec. 12, 2008, which issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,426,356, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/024,709, filed Jan. 30, 2008, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/013,122, filed Dec. 12, 2007, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Since the discovery of penicillin, pharmaceutical companies have produced a number of antibacterial agents to combat a wide variety of bacterial infections. In the past several years, there has been rapid emergence of bacterial resistance to several of these antibiotics. The multidrug resistance among these bacterial pathogens may also be due to mutation leading to more virulent clinical isolation. Perhaps the most disturbing occurrence has been the acquisition of resistance to vancomycin, an antibiotic generally regarded as the agent of last resort for serious Gram-positive infections.This is true ...

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Номер записи: 24
17-01-2019 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

Номер: US20190020751A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between wearable accessories can scan for one or more on-body states from one or more paired accessories, determine based on a difference in on-body states that a switch between accessories has occurred, the switch being to a second accessory from a first accessory, and transmit synchronization data to the second accessory in response to determining that the second accessory has established a communication connection for data exchange with the companion device. Other embodiments are also described. 1. A non-transitory machine-readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a processing system cause the processing system to perform operations on a companion device that is paired with multiple wearable accessories , the operations comprising:scanning for one or more on-body states from one or more paired accessories;determining, based on a difference in on-body states, that a switch between accessories has occurred, the switch being to a second accessory from a first accessory; andtransmitting synchronization data to the second accessory in response to determining that the second accessory has established a communication connection for data exchange with the companion device.2. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 1 , the operations additionally comprising transmitting the synchronization data automatically to the second accessory in response to detecting the switch to the second accessory.3. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 1 , the operations additionally comprising:starting a timer in response to determining that the switch between accessories has occurred;ceasing, during a period of time before the timer expires, scanning for on-body states of other accessories;determining, during the period of time before the timer expires, whether the second accessory has established the communication connection for data ...

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Номер записи: 25
21-01-2021 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

Номер: US20210021699A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between wearable items that have been paired or associated with an electronic device, such as a smartphone, are described. In one embodiment, the wearable items automatically detect a removal of a first wearable item from a user's body and an attachment of a second wearable item to the user's body. Messages from the wearable items are transmitted to the electronic device to allow the electronic device to switch the active wearable item from the first wearable item to the second wearable item. The switch can occur while the electronic device is in a locked state, and the electronic device can synchronize the second wearable item with data received from the first wearable item. Other embodiments are also described. 1. A non-transitory machine-readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a processing system cause the processing system to perform operations on an electronic device that is associated with multiple wearable accessories , the operations comprising:scanning for one or more on-body states from one or more associated accessories;determining, based on a difference in on-body states, that a switch between accessories has occurred, the switch being to a second accessory from a first accessory; andtransmitting synchronization data to the second accessory in response to determining that the second accessory has established a communication connection for data exchange with the electronic device.2. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 1 , the operations additionally comprising transmitting the synchronization data automatically to the second accessory in response to detecting the switch to the second accessory.3. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 1 , the operations additionally comprising:starting a timer in response to determining that the switch between accessories has occurred;ceasing, during a period ...

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Номер записи: 26
10-02-2022 дата публикации

SENSOR APPARATUS WITH CLEANING

Номер: US20220041138A1
Автор: Hamilton Tyler D., JR. Michael, Krishnan Venkatesh, Phinisee Rashaun, Robertson, Singh Kunal, Surineedi Raghuraman
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A sensor apparatus includes a housing attachable to a vehicle and including a panel, a sensor window, a liquid nozzle fixed relative to the housing, and a tunnel. The panel includes a port. The sensor window is positioned in the port. The liquid nozzle is aimed at the sensor window. The liquid nozzle is positioned in a first horizontal direction from the port along the panel. The tunnel extends along the panel and is positioned in a second horizontal direction from the port, the second horizontal direction being opposite the first horizontal direction. The tunnel terminates at an opening positioned to receive fluid outputted by the nozzle. 1. A sensor apparatus comprising:a housing attachable to a vehicle and including a panel, the panel including a port;a sensor window positioned in the port;a liquid nozzle fixed relative to the housing and aimed at the sensor window, the liquid nozzle positioned in a first horizontal direction from the port along the panel; anda tunnel extending along the panel and positioned in a second horizontal direction from the port, the second horizontal direction being opposite the first horizontal direction, the tunnel terminating at an opening positioned to receive fluid outputted by the liquid nozzle.2. The sensor apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the panel includes an air deflector positioned in the first horizontal direction from the port.3. The sensor apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the air deflector includes a ramp oriented in the first horizontal direction.4. The sensor apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the air deflector includes a concave surface oriented in the second horizontal direction.5. The sensor apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the concave surface has a constant cross-section elongated transverse to the second horizontal direction.6. The sensor apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising an air nozzle on the panel underneath the air deflector.7. The sensor apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the air deflector has a constant cross-section ...

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Номер записи: 27
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Patient-Specific Acetabular Guides And Associated Instruments

Номер: US20140107651A1
Автор: Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, SIEBENECK Tony, Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A surgical kit for preparing a joint surface to receive an implant includes a patient-specific guide for a joint surface. The patient-specific guide has a patient-specific surface complementary to a surface of the joint for nesting engagement, and a guiding element oriented along a patient-specific alignment axis. The alignment axis is determined during a preoperative plan of the specific patient for implant alignment. The kit includes a guiding tool couplable to the guiding element of the patient-specific guide and a three-dimensional orientation device removably couplable the guiding tool for intra-operative calibration, such that, after calibration, the orientation device can be removably coupled to a shaft of a surgical instrument to align the shaft along the alignment axis. 1. A surgical kit for preparing a joint surface to receive an implant , the surgical kit comprising:a patient-specific guide for a joint surface, the patient-specific guide having a patient-specific surface complementary to a surface of the joint for nesting engagement and a guiding element oriented along a patient-specific alignment axis, the alignment axis determined during a preoperative plan of the specific patient for implant alignment;a guiding tool couplable to the guiding element of the patient-specific guide; anda three-dimensional orientation device removably couplable the guiding tool for intra-operative calibration, such that, after calibration, the orientation device can be removably coupled to a shaft of a surgical instrument to align the shaft along the alignment axis.2. The surgical kit of claim 1 , further comprising a reamer orientable along the alignment axis using the orientation device.3. The surgical kit of claim 1 , further comprising an implant inserter orientable along the alignment axis using the orientation device.4. The surgical kit of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of orientation devices.5. The surgical kit of claim 4 , wherein the orientation devices ...

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Номер записи: 28
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Implanting A Prosthesis

Номер: US20140114321A1
Автор: Davenport Austen, Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing Corporation

Disclosed is a system for engaging and holding a prosthesis both axially and rotationally relative to an inserter assembly. The inserter assembly can engage an acetabular prosthesis in a selected position, such as axially, with a first portion and then or subsequently engage the acetabular prosthesis with a second portion in a rotationally fixed manner. The acetabular prosthesis can then be inserted into a prepared acetabulum according to a disclosed method with the inserter assembly. The inserter assembly can then be removed from the acetabular prosthesis to allow for reduction of a femur. 1. A system to position an acetabular prosthesis in a subject , comprising:a rod extending from a first threaded end to a second end;a handle member distinct from the rod and extending from a first end to a second end and defining an internal bore configured to receive at least a portion of the rod;a connection mechanism to interconnect the rod at a first selected position within the bore of the handle member including a locking sleeve and a bearing member configured to be urged into contact with the rod by the locking sleeve;wherein the first threaded end of the rod is configured to be moved between the first selected position and at least a second position.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the rod has an outer surface that defines a first detent and a second detent spaced apart from the first detent;wherein the bearing member is configured to separately engage both the first detent and the second detent.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising:a biasing member configured to bias the locking sleeve in a first direction;wherein the locking sleeve defines a ramp surface;wherein when the bearing member is engaging at least one of the first detent or the second detent and the locking sleeve is biased in the first direction the rod is axially fixed relative to the handle member.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the handle member includes at least an opening through the first ...

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Номер записи: 29
04-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE WINDOW CONTROL

Номер: US20210032922A1
Автор: Arunmozhi Ashwin, Hamilton Tyler D., Herman David Michael, JR. Michael, Robertson
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A method includes predicting an environmental condition at a location to which a vehicle is travelling, the environmental condition including at least one of water, dust, and pollution, determining that an object within the vehicle is at a distance greater than a threshold distance from an unobstructed window of the vehicle, and then actuating the unobstructed window to a closed position based on the environmental condition and the object being at the distance from the window greater than the threshold distance. 1. A method , comprising:predicting an environmental condition at a location to which a vehicle is travelling, the environmental condition including at least one of water, dust, and pollution;determining that an object within the vehicle is at a distance greater than a threshold distance from an unobstructed window of the vehicle; andthen actuating the unobstructed window to a closed position based on the environmental condition and the object being at the distance from the window greater than the threshold distance.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising predicting the environmental condition based on sensor data of the vehicle.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the sensor data includes data indicating an occluding material on the sensor claim 2 , the occluding material including one of water claim 2 , dirt claim 2 , or dust.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising claim 2 , upon predicting the environmental condition claim 2 , preventing actuation of the unobstructed window from the closed position to an open position.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , upon actuating the unobstructed window claim 1 , detecting the object within the threshold distance and stopping the actuation of the unobstructed window.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , upon detecting the object within the threshold distance claim 1 , preventing actuation of the unobstructed window.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving ...

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Номер записи: 30
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REVISION LOCKING

Номер: US20190034188A1
Автор: Brown Eric S., Chinn Paul W., Donley David C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A.
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

A companion device can obtain a new version of a software program (e.g., in portions) from a server at the request of an accessory device, and provide the new version of the software to the accessory device. The software update of the accessory device can be initiated at the companion device. The companion device can communicate with the accessory device before and after the update to determine whether the update was successful. A notification about the update can then be provided to a user. 1. A method of facilitating an update of a software program on an accessory device using a companion device , the method comprising: receiving, from the accessory device, an install message that a new version of the software program is ready to install on the accessory device, the install message identifying an expected build number of the new version;', 'storing the expected build number in a memory of the companion device;', 'receiving input from a user to perform an installation of the new version of the software program on the accessory device;', 'receiving a confirmation message from the accessory device, the confirmation message including an actual build number of a current version of the software program running on the accessory device;', 'retrieving the expected build number from the memory; and', 'comparing the actual build number to the expected build number to determine whether the installation of the new version of the software program was successful., 'at the companion device having one or more processors2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the install message includes the expected build number.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the expected build number is stored in association with an identifier of the software program.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , at the companion device:determining an error in the installation of the new version of the software program when the actual build number does not match the expected build number; andproviding an ...

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Номер записи: 31
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Implanting A Modular Femoral Hip

Номер: US20150038972A1
Автор: SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
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A method of implanting a prosthetic component is disclosed that includes attaching a guide rod to the prosthetic component, removably coupling the guide rod to a shaft extending from a handle, and positioning the prosthetic component in an anatomical feature. The method also includes impacting an impaction portion of the handle and uncoupling the guide rod from the shaft, leaving the guide rod attached to the prosthetic component. The method further includes positioning a reamer over the guide rod to create a reamed opening in the anatomical feature. 1. A method of implanting a prosthetic component , comprising:providing a handle that includes an impaction portion and a shaft extending from the handle;coupling a guide rod to the shaft to at least rotationally fix the guide rod relative to the impaction portion;removably attaching the guide rod to the prosthetic component; anduncoupling the guide rod from the shaft.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing a first hole extending at least partially through the impaction portion having an inner hex surface that aligns with an outer hex surface on a proximal end of the guide rod to rotationally fix the guide rod within the impaction portion.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein uncoupling the guide rod from the shaft includes providing a sleeve to capture at least one ball bearing in at least a first hole in the shaft.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein uncoupling the guide rod from the shaft includes:providing at least one pin that extends through the shaft to axially fix the sleeve to the shaft; andproviding a biasing member that biases the sleeve relative to an end of the shaft.5. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:providing a second hole extending axially through the shaft to axially receive the guide rod.6. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:providing a first flat annular surface of the shaft that axially abuts a second flat annular surface on the guide rod.7. The method of claim 6 , ...

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Номер записи: 32
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Establishment and detection of breakage of wireless leash between devices

Номер: US20170039837A1
Автор: Tyler D. HAWKINS
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Companion and accessory devices can be wirelessly leashed together in a manner that enables the devices to estimate their proximities to each other. One device can periodically attempt to detect a signal from the other device. For each attempt, the attempting device can store an indication of whether the signal was detected. If a number of times that the signal was undetected exceeds a threshold, then the attempting device can perform specified operations, such as alerting a user that the wireless leash was broken. As another example, one device can detect that a strength of a signal from the other device exceeds a threshold. In response, the detecting device can measure signal strengths more frequently. If the measuring device then detects that the signal strength exceeds another threshold, then the measuring device can cause specified operations to be performed, such as data synchronization between the devices or unlocking a device.

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Номер записи: 33
16-02-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR LATERAL HIP AUGMENTS

Номер: US20170042685A1
Автор: APTHORP Hugh, BARRINGTON John, BEREND Keith R., Brown David R., Freiberg Andrew, SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
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An implant for a hip can include a lateral augment adapted to be coupled to a lateral side of a femoral body implant. The lateral augment can include a body portion having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a protrusion extending from the second surface. The protrusion can have a shape adapted to mate with a complementary shaped recess formed in the lateral side of the femoral body implant. An aperture can be positioned in the body portion and extend through the protrusion. A fastener can be received through the aperture and adapted to be threadably secured to the lateral bore. The fastener can be configured to have a length sufficient to pass through a portion of a greater trochanter for securing the portion of the greater trochanter and the lateral augment to the femoral body implant. 117-. (canceled)18. A femoral implant for a hip , comprising: a lateral surface and a medial surface configured to be positioned adjacent to at least the lateral side of the proximal femoral body implant;', 'a projection extending from the medial surface and being configured to mate with a recess formed in the lateral side of the proximal femoral body implant;', 'an aperture extending through the projection such that the aperture is configured to be coaxially aligned with a lateral bore in the proximal femoral body implant; and', 'at least one threaded bore extending from one of the lateral surface or the medial surface, the threaded bore being configured to receive a plate fastener for securing soft tissue to the lateral plate; and, 'a lateral plate having a T-shaped configuration arranged to be coupled to a lateral side of a proximal femoral body implant, the lateral plate comprisingan implant fastener received through the aperture and configured to be threadably secured to the lateral bore, the fastener having a length sufficient to also pass through a portion of the femur for securing the portion of the femur to the lateral plate and the proximal ...

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Номер записи: 34
03-03-2022 дата публикации

SENSOR APPARATUS WITH CLEANING

Номер: US20220066031A1
Автор: Chathoth Shibu Koyadan, Hamilton Tyler D., JR. Michael, Krishnan Venkatesh, Robertson, Singh Kunal, Surineedi Raghuraman
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A sensor apparatus includes a first sensing device, a sensor housing, a bracket, a second sensor, and a channel plate. The sensor housing includes a first sensor window and a top panel, and the first sensing device has a field of view through the first sensor window. The bracket is mounted on top of the top plate. The second sensor is held by the bracket and includes a second sensor window. The channel plate is fixed to the bracket. The bracket includes a first nozzle aimed at the first sensor window and a second nozzle aimed at the second sensor window. The bracket includes a channel fluidly connected to the first nozzle and the second nozzle. The channel plate covers the channel 1. A sensor apparatus comprising:a first sensing device;a sensor housing, wherein the sensor housing includes a first sensor window and a top panel, and the first sensing device has a field of view through the first sensor window;a bracket mounted on top of the top panel;a second sensor held by the bracket and including a second sensor window; anda channel plate fixed to the bracket;wherein the bracket includes a first nozzle aimed at the first sensor window and a second nozzle aimed at the second sensor window;the bracket includes a channel fluidly connected to the first nozzle and the second nozzle; andthe channel plate covers the channel2. The sensor apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the channel plate includes an inlet fluidly connected to the channel.3. The sensor apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the inlet is aligned with the second nozzle.4. The sensor apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a third sensing device claim 1 , wherein the sensor housing includes a third sensor window claim 1 , and the third sensing device has a field of view through the third sensor window.5. The sensor apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the bracket includes a third nozzle aimed at the third sensor window claim 4 , and the channel is fluidly connected to the third nozzle.6. The sensor apparatus of claim 5 , ...

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Номер записи: 35
25-02-2016 дата публикации

ADVANCED TACTICAL LINE REPLACEABLE UNIT ALIGNMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20160054147A1
Автор: Bell Bradley J., Forbes Tyler D., Ramsey Eric R.
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A system and method for mounting a device to a piece of equipment is presented, and may include a handheld inertial measurement unit (IMU), a computer logic and a mounting interface. The piece of equipment may have a line replaceable unit (LRU) mount that allows a new LRU to be mounted thereon. The mounting interface may be mounted to a LRU mount. The handheld IMU may determine position data with respect to the LRU mount and the piece of equipment. The computer logic may be configured to calculate a positional error value based on the position data to indicate to a user whether corrections need to be made regarding how the new LRU is mounted to the LRU mount before the new LRU is mounted to the LRU mount or whether the new LRU can be mounted to the LRU mount without any corrections. 1. A method comprising the steps of:removing an old device from a device mount on a piece of equipment;attaching a device mounting interface to the device mount;placing a handheld IMU adjacent the device mounting interface:measuring position data corresponding to a position of the handheld IMU at the device mounting interface;transmitting the position data from the handheld IMU to a computer logic;determining with the computer logic a position error value based on the position data, wherein the position error value indicates if a new device can be installed without correcting for a position of the device mount:compensating for the position error value if the new device cannot be installed without correcting for a position of the device mount;removing the device mounting interface from the device mount; andinstalling the new device to the device mount to mount the new device on the piece of equipment.2. The method of further comprising:placing the handheld IMU on a flat surface so that the handheld IMU can calibrate with respect to a horizontal position.3. The method of further comprising:lighting an LED on the handheld IMU to indicate that the handheld IMU has finished collecting the ...

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Номер записи: 36
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Enclosure Assembly System

Номер: US20220071388A1
Автор: Johansen Tyler D., Turman Darrell
Принадлежит: Grillnetics LLC

Generally, an enclosure and method for assembling an enclosure including a plurality of frame members connected or interconnectable to generate a framework and a plurality of panels fastened or fastenable to the framework. In particular embodiments, enclosure and a method of assembling an enclosure from a kit including prefabricated enclosure sides including interconnectable frameworks fastened to panels configured to overlap adjacent panel edges at the corners upon interconnecting the frameworks. 1. An enclosure , comprising:{'claim-text': ['a plurality of rectangular tubular members each having tubular member length disposed between tubular member first and second open ends and having a first side opposite a second side, and third side opposite a fourth side and an apertured fitting disposed in one or more of said first side, said second side, said third side and said fourth side, said apertured fitting adapted to matingly receive a mechanical fastener;', 'one or more angled members each having a first leg generally orthogonally joined to a second leg and having an angled member length disposed between opposite angled member first and second ends and a pair of angled member end pieces each having opposite end piece faces extending to end piece edges each of said pair of angle member end pieces having an end piece aperture communicating between said opposite end piece faces, one of said pair of angled member end pieces joined to an inner face of said first leg or said second leg proximate opposite angled member first and second ends, wherein each of said end piece apertures of said angled member end pieces correspondingly alignable with one of said apertured fittings disposed in one or more of said first side, said second side, said third side and said fourth side of each of said plurality rectangular tubular members; and'], '#text': 'a framework, including:'}a mechanical fastener disposed in one of said end piece apertures and correspondingly matingly received by ...

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Номер записи: 37
20-02-2020 дата публикации

PATIENT-SPECIFIC ACETABULAR GUIDES AND ASSOCIATED INSTRUMENTS

Номер: US20200054351A1
Автор: Clohisy John C., Kabata Tamon, LOMBARDI Adolph V., Meridew Jason D., Munsterman Matthew D., Nairus James, NYCZ Jeffrey H., Schoenefeld Ryan John, Slone William Jason, Witt Tyler D., Wolfe Alexander P.
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A patient-specific acetabular guide can be used for preparing an acetabulum of a patient to receive an acetabular implant. The acetabular guide includes a patient-specific engagement surface designed to be complementary and mateable with a corresponding surface of the patient's pelvic anatomy. The acetabular guide is designed during a pre-operative plan for the patient by a three-dimensional reconstruction of the anatomy of the patient using two-dimensional medical images. The patient-specific engagement surface has a first portion mateable with a portion of the acetabulum of the patient. The acetabular guide includes a guiding element that extends from the acetabular guide opposite to the first portion of engagement surface. The guiding element defines a bore designed to be oriented along an alignment axis for an acetabular implant when the acetabular guide is engaged to the acetabulum. 1engaging an acetabular area of the patient with a complementary surface of a patient-specific acetabular guide;supporting an alignment rod on a support device attached to the patient's pelvis;orienting the alignment rod to be parallel to an alignment axis for inserting the acetabular implant, the alignment axis determined during a preoperative plan of the patient and coinciding with a center axis of a guiding element of the acetabular guide;drilling a pilot hole in the acetabulum through a bore of the guiding element along the center axis;removing the acetabular guide;guiding an alignment pin of a reamer in the pilot hole such that the alignment pin is parallel to the alignment rod; andreaming the acetabulum.. A method for reaming and preparing an acetabulum of a patient for an acetabular implant, the method comprising: This application claims the benefit of provisional application 61/446,660, filed Feb. 25, 2011.This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/973,214, filed Dec. 20, 2010, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/ ...

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Номер записи: 38
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Gourd Cutting Apparatus and Kit and Method of Use

Номер: US20210060810A1
Автор: Andersen Dean, Andersen Trevor N., Andersen Tyler D., Fowkes Douglas
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The present invention is a gourd cutting apparatus and kit and method of use. The apparatus comprises a gourd cutter formed in a predetermined shape and adapted so as to be drive through the shell of a gourd such that a predetermined shape is removed from the gourd. The kit comprises a plurality of differently shaped gourd cutters preferably shaped such that a combination of Jack-O-Lantern faces can be created by mixing and matching the differently shaped gourd cutters and cutting predetermined shapes from a gourd such that a face of the user's liking is cut from the gourd. The Kit also preferably includes instructions having sample face designs and a package within which the cutters and instructions are provided. 1. A gourd cutting apparatus comprising a metal strip having a predetermined shape and a first end thereof connected to a second end thereof by a welded seam , wherein said gourd cutting apparatus includes a sharp end , a blunt end , a thickness , and a length , and wherein said thickness is at least 0.01 inches , and wherein said length is at least 1.25 inches , and wherein said welded seam defines a seam having a spot weld on a first seam end and on a second seam end and having a plurality of spot welds positioned substantially equidistantly therebetween.2. The gourd cutting apparatus of wherein said thickness defines at least one thickness of greater than 0.012 inches and greater than 0.016 inches.3. The gourd cutting apparatus of wherein said length defines at least one length of greater than 1.5 inches and greater than 2.0 inches.4. The gourd cutting apparatus of wherein said welded seam has at least five spot welds positioned thereon.5. The gourd cutting apparatus of wherein said predetermined shape defines the shape of at least one of an eye claim 1 , an eye brow claim 1 , a nose claim 1 , and at least a portion of a mouth.6. The gourd cutting apparatus of wherein said gourd cutting apparatus is adapted so as to be driven completely through the ...

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Номер записи: 39
04-03-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE SENSOR CLEANING WITH ADDITIVES

Номер: US20210061233A1
Автор: Arunmozhi Ashwin, Hamilton Tyler D., JR. Michael, Krishnan Venkatesh, Robertson
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A sensor system includes a sensor including a sensor window; a nozzle aimed at the sensor window; a supply line to supply fluid to the nozzle; a primary reservoir to supply fluid to the supply line; a first valve actuatable to inject fluid from a first reservoir into the supply line; a second valve actuatable to inject fluid from a second reservoir into the supply line; a third valve actuatable to inject fluid from a third reservoir into the supply line; and a computer communicatively coupled to the sensor and the valves. The computer is programmed to actuate the first valve in response to determining a first condition based on data from the sensor, actuate the second valve in response to determining a second condition based on data from the sensor, and actuate the third valve in response to determining a third condition based on data from the sensor. 1. A sensor system comprising:a sensor including a sensor window;a nozzle aimed at the sensor window;a supply line positioned to supply fluid to the nozzle;a primary reservoir positioned to supply fluid to the supply line;a first reservoir, a second reservoir, and a third reservoir, all fixed relative to the primary reservoir;a first valve actuatable to inject fluid from the first reservoir into the supply line;a second valve actuatable to inject fluid from the second reservoir into the supply line;a third valve actuatable to inject fluid from the third reservoir into the supply line; and actuate the first valve in response to determining a first condition based on data from the sensor;', 'actuate the second valve in response to determining a second condition based on data from the sensor; and', 'actuate the third valve in response to determining a third condition based on data from the sensor., 'a computer communicatively coupled to the sensor and the valves, wherein the computer is programmed to'}2. The sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the valves are solenoid valves.3. The sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 40
04-03-2021 дата публикации

COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING MAMMALIAN STERILE 20-LIKE KINASE 1

Номер: US20210061784A1
Автор: ARDESTANI Amin, BAGULEY Tyler D., CHATTERJEE Arnab K., MAEDLER Kathrin, PERAM SURAKATTULA Murali Mohan Reddy, PETRASSI Hank Michael James, ROLAND Jason T., Schultz Peter G., Shen Weijun, TREMBLAY Matthew S.
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Disclosed herein are compounds, compositions, and methods of their use for the treatment of diabetes. 119.-. (canceled)21. The method of claim 20 , wherein p is 1.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein n is 1 or 2.23. The method of claim 22 , wherein each Ris independently halogen or Calkyl.25. (canceled)26. The method of claim 24 , wherein Rand Rare each independently Calkyl.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein Rand Rare each —CH.28. (canceled)29. The method of claim 27 , wherein Ris heteroaryl and wherein heteroaryl is unsubstituted or substituted by one or more substituents selected from halogen claim 27 , Calkyl claim 27 , Calkoxy claim 27 , Chaloalkyl claim 27 , Chaloalkoxy claim 27 , —OH claim 27 , —CHOH claim 27 , —CN claim 27 , —COR claim 27 , Ccycloalkyl claim 27 , and phenyl.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein Ris unsubstituted pyridyl.31. The method of claim 29 , wherein Ris pyridyl substituted by one substituent selected from halogen claim 29 , Calkyl claim 29 , Calkoxy claim 29 , Chaloalkyl claim 29 , Chaloalkoxy claim 29 , —OH claim 29 , —CHOH claim 29 , —CN claim 29 , —COR claim 29 , Ccycloalkyl claim 29 , and phenyl.32. The method of claim 31 , wherein Ris pyridyl substituted by Calkyl.33. The method of claim 32 , wherein Ris pyridyl substituted by —CH.34. The method of claim 27 , wherein Ris aryl and wherein aryl is unsubstituted or substituted by one or more substituents selected from halogen claim 27 , Calkyl claim 27 , Calkoxy claim 27 , Chaloalkyl claim 27 , Chaloalkoxy claim 27 , —OH claim 27 , —CHOH claim 27 , —CN claim 27 , —COR claim 27 , Ccycloalkyl claim 27 , and phenyl.35. The method of claim 34 , wherein Ris unsubstituted phenyl.36. The method of claim 34 , wherein Ris phenyl and wherein phenyl is substituted by one substituent selected from halogen claim 34 , Calkyl claim 34 , Calkoxy claim 34 , Chaloalkyl claim 34 , Chaloalkoxy claim 34 , —OH claim 34 , —CHOH claim 34 , —CN claim 34 , —COR claim 34 , Ccycloalkyl claim 34 , and phenyl.37 ...

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Номер записи: 41
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Establishment and detection of breakage of wireless leash between devices

Номер: US20160063847A1
Автор: Tyler D. HAWKINS
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Companion and accessory devices can be wirelessly leashed together in a manner that enables the devices to estimate their proximities to each other. One device can periodically attempt to detect a signal from the other device. For each attempt, the attempting device can store an indication of whether the signal was detected. If a number of times that the signal was undetected exceeds a threshold, then the attempting device can perform specified operations, such as alerting a user that the wireless leash was broken. As another example, one device can detect that a strength of a signal from the other device exceeds a threshold. In response, the detecting device can measure signal strengths more frequently. If the measuring device then detects that the signal strength exceeds another threshold, then the measuring device can cause specified operations to be performed, such as data synchronization between the devices or unlocking a device.

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Номер записи: 42
02-03-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TISSUE STIFFNESS MEASUREMENTS

Номер: US20170061621A1
Автор: Wortman Tyler D.
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Automated tissue stiffness measurement devices and methods can identify cancerous lesions with high sensitivity and specificity. Systems and methods are presented to measure tissue stiffness using applied force, illumination and imaging techniques. The systems and methods can use structured illumination to characterize a tissue surface. 1. A tissue stiffness measurement device , comprising:a light source that generates light;a light pattern optical system that couples light from the light source to a tissue surface;at least one imaging device that images the tissue surface; anda tissue modifying element that alters the tissue surface.2. The device of wherein the light pattern optical system includes a mask or a digital light projection device claim 1 , such that a dot pattern is formed on the tissue surface.3. The device of wherein the light source comprises a laser.4. The device of wherein the light source emits one or more wavelengths to produce a visible light image of a tissue lesion.5. The device of wherein the light source comprises a light emitting diode.6. The device of wherein the light source comprises a ring emitter.7. The device of further comprising a data processor connected to a memory containing a machine learning neural network.8. The device of wherein the data processor analyzes an image of a lesion obtained by the imaging device to determine one or more metrics of the lesion.9. The device of wherein the machine learning neural network compares the one or more metrics of the lesion to reference data stored in the memory to produce a likelihood score.10. The device of wherein the data processor and the memory are components of a portable computer device such as a smartphone.11. The device of wherein the tissue displacement element includes a vacuum chamber and a vacuum source.12. The device of further comprising a pressure transducer.13. The device of wherein the vacuum source is at least one of a ball pump claim 11 , a button pump claim 11 , or a ...

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Номер записи: 43
12-06-2014 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Driving A Member

Номер: US20140163574A1
Автор: Tyler D. Witt
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing LLC

A method and tool for driving a bit. The tool includes a handle extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end. The handle can be in a first configuration to provide a first drive ration. In a second configuration, such as a T-shaped configuration, a gear assembly can be disengaged to provide a second drive ratio for the bit driving system.

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Номер записи: 44
31-03-2016 дата публикации

REVISION LOCKING

Номер: US20160092189A1
Автор: Brown Eric S., Chinn Paul W., Donley David C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A.
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When a new version of a first program is to be installed on a first device, metadata supplied to that device specifies which versions of a second program stored on a second device are compatible with the new version. The first device uses this metadata to determine a compatibility classification that indicates how compatible the current version of the second program and the new version of the first program are, and transitions to a state representative of this compatibility classification. A process executing on the first device receives messages from applications executing on the first device. The process reads mappings between these applications and the message types these applications send. The process forwards an application's message to the second device if the application sends a message type allowable in the first device's state. Otherwise, the process queues that message at least until the first device transitions to a different state. 1. A method of varying delivery of different types of messages based on device state and message origin , the method comprising: receiving a first message from a first application executing on the first device;', 'reading a set of stored mappings that includes a first mapping and a second mapping, wherein the first mapping maps the first application to a first set of message types;', 'determining, based on the first mapping, that the first application sends messages having message types that are members of the first set of message types, the first message being of one of the first set of message types;', 'determining a first state of the first device;', 'determining whether a first message type corresponding to the first state is a member of the first set of message types;', 'in response to determining that the first message type is a member of a second set of message types, holding the first message in a queue until the first device transitions to a state corresponding to a message type that is contained in the first set of ...

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Номер записи: 45
02-04-2015 дата публикации

Modular Lateral Hip Auguments

Номер: US20150094820A1
Автор: APTHORP Hugh, BARRINGTON John, BEREND Keith R., Brown David R., Freiberg Andrew, SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
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An implant for a hip can include a lateral augment adapted to be coupled to a lateral side of a femoral body implant. The lateral augment can include a body portion having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a protrusion extending from the second surface. The protrusion can have a shape adapted to mate with a complementary shaped recess formed in the lateral side of the femoral body implant. An aperture can be positioned in the body portion and extend through the protrusion. A fastener can be received through the aperture and adapted to be threadably secured to the lateral bore. The fastener can be configured to have a length sufficient to pass through a portion of a greater trochanter for securing the portion of the greater trochanter and the lateral augment to the femoral body implant. 1. An implant for a hip , comprising: a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface;', 'a projection extending from the second surface and having a shape adapted to mate with a complementary shaped recess formed in the lateral side of the proximal femoral body implant;', 'an aperture extending through the projection such that the aperture is adapted to be coaxially aligned with a lateral bore in the femoral body implant; and, 'a lateral plate adapted to be coupled to a lateral side of a femoral body implant, the lateral plate comprisingone or more threaded bores extending from one of the first surface and the second surface, each of the threaded bores being configured to receive a plate fastener for securing soft tissue to the one of the first surface and the second surface; andan implant fastener received through the aperture and adapted to be threadably secured to the lateral bore.2. The implant of claim 1 , wherein the projection includes a tapered cylindrical portion and the recess in the femoral body implant includes a complementary shaped tapered counterbore adapted to receive the tapered portion in a press fit configuration.3. ...

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Номер записи: 46
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Service compatibility check for messages

Номер: US20160094502A1
Автор: Daniel B. Pollack, David C. Donley, Eric S. Brown, Gregory B. NOVICK, Julien A. Poumailloux, Paul W. Chinn, Tyler D. HAWKINS
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Systems, apparatuses, and methods are provided that can reduce problems associated with updates of various applications on various devices, including addition of new services for communicating with another device. A compatibility version (e.g., a minimum compatibility) for a first communication service on a first device can be checked against a compatibility version for communication service on a second device. A comparison of the compatibility versions can determine whether a message can be sent using the first communication service to the second device.

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Номер записи: 47
01-04-2021 дата публикации

SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH CLEANING

Номер: US20210094079A1
Автор: Hamilton Tyler D., Krishnan Venkatesh, Lucas Ashley, Surineedi Raghuraman
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A sensor assembly includes a housing including a chamber; a first sensor disposed in the chamber and including a first sensor window facing outward from the chamber; a second sensor outside and fixed relative to the chamber, the second sensor including a second sensor window; a blower having a blower outlet in the chamber and having a blower inlet; and a flexible hose extending from a first end positioned to receive ambient air to a second end positioned to direct air into the blower inlet. The housing includes a first outlet from the chamber to the exterior environment, and a second outlet from the second chamber to the exterior environment. The first outlet is positioned to direct air across the first sensor window, and the second outlet is positioned to direct air across the second sensor window. 1. A sensor assembly comprising:a housing including a chamber;a first sensor disposed in the chamber and including a first sensor window facing outward from the chamber;a second sensor outside and fixed relative to the chamber, the second sensor including a second sensor window;a blower having a blower outlet in the chamber and having a blower inlet; anda flexible hose extending from a first end positioned to receive ambient air to a second end positioned to direct air into the blower inlet;wherein the housing includes a first outlet from the chamber to the exterior environment, and a second outlet from the second chamber to the exterior environment;the first outlet is positioned to direct air across the first sensor window; andthe second outlet is positioned to direct air across the second sensor window.2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a bracket fixed to the chamber inside the chamber claim 1 , wherein the bracket holds the first sensor.3. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a liquid nozzle held by the bracket and aimed at the first sensor window.4. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a liquid nozzle held by the ...

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Номер записи: 48
01-04-2021 дата публикации

Systems and methods for artificial intelligence (ai) damage triage and dynamic resource allocation, routing, and scheduling

Номер: US20210097454A1
Автор: Adam D. Sobek, Easton Lawson, Layne J. Fabian, Nicolas S. Ares, Roger J. Ares, Stephen P. Readout, Tyler D. Stebbins
Принадлежит: Travelers Indemnity Co

Systems, apparatus, interfaces, methods, and articles of manufacture that provide for AI damage triage and/or AI resource allocation, routing, and/or scheduling.

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Номер записи: 49
28-03-2019 дата публикации

Establishment and detection of breakage of wireless leash between devices

Номер: US20190096228A1
Автор: Tyler D. HAWKINS
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Companion and accessory devices can be wirelessly leashed together in a manner that enables the devices to estimate their proximities to each other. One device can periodically attempt to detect a signal from the other device. For each attempt, the attempting device can store an indication of whether the signal was detected. If a number of times that the signal was undetected exceeds a threshold, then the attempting device can perform specified operations, such as alerting a user that the wireless leash was broken. As another example, one device can detect that a strength of a signal from the other device exceeds a threshold. In response, the detecting device can measure signal strengths more frequently. If the measuring device then detects that the signal strength exceeds another threshold, then the measuring device can cause specified operations to be performed, such as data synchronization between the devices or unlocking a device.

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Номер записи: 50
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Anti-cd96 antibodies and methods of use thereof

Номер: US20210101977A1
Автор: Dhan Sidhartha CHAND, Emmanuel Cyrille Pascal BRIEND, K. Mark BUSHELL, Nicola Anne RAMSAY, Olga Ignatovich, Randi Barbara GOMBOS
Принадлежит: Agenus Inc, Agenus UK Ltd

The instant disclosure provides antibodies that specifically bind to CD96 (e.g., human CD96) and antagonize CD96 function. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising these antibodies, nucleic acids encoding these antibodies, expression vectors and host cells for making these antibodies, and methods of treating a subject using these antibodies.

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Номер записи: 51
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Sensor-cooling apparatus

Номер: US20210103036A1
Автор: Ashwin Arunmozhi, Michael Robertson, Jr., Raghu Raman Surineedi, Tyler D. Hamilton
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A sensor apparatus includes a sensor having a field of view, a sensor window through which the field of view extends; an air nozzle positioned to direct airflow across the sensor window; a surface fixed relative to the sensor window, the surface including a plurality of heat-dissipation fins; and a cover extending over the fins and including an inlet. The inlet is positioned at an opposite edge of the sensor window from the air nozzle. The air nozzle is aimed at the inlet.

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Номер записи: 52
12-04-2018 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

Номер: US20180103140A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between watches that have been paired with a device such as a smartphone are described. In one embodiment, the watches automatically detect a removal of a first watch from a user's wrist and an attachment of a second watch to the user's wrist. Messages from the watches are transmitted to the device to allow the device to switch the active watch from the first watch to the second watch. The switch can occur while the device is in a locked state, and the device can synchronize the second watch with data received from the first watch. Other embodiments are also described. 1. A non-transitory machine readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a data processing system cause the data processing system to perform a method , the method comprising:detecting removal of a first wearable item which has been synchronized at least partially with a companion device and detecting attachment of a second wearable item, each of the first wearable item and the second wearable item having been paired with the companion device;transmitting data to the second wearable item to synchronize the second wearable item in response to detecting attachment of the second wearable item and removal of the first wearable item, the transmitted data providing data from the first wearable item.2. The medium of wherein detecting removal comprises receiving a first position state from the first wearable item and wherein detecting attachment comprises receiving a second position state from the second wearable item and wherein the second position state indicates a higher on-body confidence level than the first position state and wherein the companion device transmits the data to the second wearable item to synchronize the second wearable item with the companion device.3. The medium as in wherein the transmitting is performed while the companion device is locked and wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 53
03-07-2014 дата публикации

TRANSDERMAL DOSAGE FORM FOR LOW-MELTING POINT ACTIVE AGENT

Номер: US20140188057A1
Автор: CORTOPASSI Jeffrey E., Fieldson Gregory T., SIMMONS Tyler D., SIVARAMAN Arunprasad, Sorenson Adam C.
Принадлежит: Mylan, Inc.

A drug-containing patch allows transdermal administration of a drug. The patch features a hydrophobic reservoir containing the drug, where the reservoir has a first surface and a second surface. A drug-impermeable backing overlies the first surface of the reservoir. A release sheet may overlie the second surface of the reservoir. The hydrophobic reservoir contains a drug and a hydrophobic matrix, where the hydrophobic matrix includes a hydrophobic filler in an amount which is effective to adsorb said drug; and a mixture of polyisobutylene and mineral oil. The hydrophobic matrix may contain hydrophobic colloidal silica as the hydrophobic filler. 1. A hydrophobic patch for transdermal administration of a drug , comprising:a hydrophobic reservoir having a first surface and a second surface;a backing overlying said first surface, said backing being impermeable to said drug; andoptionally a release sheet overlying said second surface;said hydrophobic reservoir comprising a hydrophobic matrix and said drug, said drug being homogeneously dispersed through said hydrophobic matrix, from about 6% to about 30% by weight of said reservoir of hydrophobic colloidal silica dispersed through said hydrophobic matrix; and', 'a mixture of mineral oil and polyisobutylene in a weight ratio of said mineral oil to said polyisobutylene of between about 0.05:1 and about 1:1;', 'wherein said hydrophobic colloidal silica adsorbs at least a portion of said drug., 'said hydrophobic matrix comprising2. The hydrophobic patch of claim 1 , wherein said weight ratio of said mineral oil to said polyisobutylene is between about 0.25:1 and about 0.60:1.3. The hydrophobic patch of claim 2 , wherein said weight ratio of said mineral oil to said polyisobutylene is between about 0.30:1 and about 0.50:1.4. The hydrophobic patch of claim 1 , further comprising a release-controlling adhesive layer in contact with said second surface claim 1 ,with the proviso that if said release sheet is present, said release ...

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Номер записи: 54
02-04-2020 дата публикации

CROP ROW SENSING ON VEHICLE WITH MULTIPLE, INDEPENDENTLY STEERABLE AXLES/WHEELS

Номер: US20200100422A1
Автор: Mulder David L., Rasmussen Noah J., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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An agricultural machine has a set of front wheels and a set of rear wheels that are independently steerable relative to one another. Distance sensors are mounted to the agricultural vehicle to sense a distance between the front wheels, and the adjacent row crops, and between the rear wheels, and the adjacent row crops. Automatic steering control signals are generated to automatically steer the front wheels, and rear wheels, based upon the sensed distances. 1. An agricultural mobile machine , comprising:a frame;first and second front ground engaging traction elements movably connected to the frame;a front steering actuator controllable to steer the first and second front ground engaging traction elements;first and second rear ground engaging traction elements movably connected to the frame;a rear steering actuator controllable to steer the first and second rear ground engaging traction elements independently of the first and second front ground engaging traction elements; sense a first distance from one of the first or second rear ground engaging traction elements to a first crop row of a plurality of crop rows, wherein each crop row comprises a plurality of plants disposed in a row and is spaced apart from an adjacent crop row by a gap therebetween; and', 'sense a second distance from one of the first or second rear ground engaging traction elements to a second one of the crop rows; and, 'one or more sensors configured to 'generate, based on the first and second distances, a rear steering control signal to control the rear steering actuator to steer the first and second rear ground engaging traction elements to maintain each of the first and second rear ground engaging traction elements in a gap between crop rows.', 'a steering control system configured to2. The agricultural mobile machine of claim 1 , wherein the frame is configured to span over multiple crop rows.3. The agricultural mobile machine of claim 2 , wherein the frame supports a spraying system ...

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Номер записи: 55
30-04-2015 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Preparing An Implantation Site

Номер: US20150119892A1
Автор: SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
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A bone preparation system, such as a broach, includes at least a first member and a second member. The first member and the second member may be connected. Both the first member and the second member, when attached to the first member, are configured to directly contact and broach an anatomy. 1. A system to broach an anatomy , the system comprising:a first member having a first length extending between a first end and a second end;a cutting portion formed along at least a portion of the first length of the first member;a first connection portion having a second length extending from the second end of the first member to a terminal end, the first connection portion further having a first attachment portion and a second attachment portion, each of the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion is configured to engage a modular extension member in a first configuration, the modular extension member is configured to be driven directly into a bone of the anatomy in the first configuration;wherein the first connection portion is configured to be driven directly into a bone of the anatomy in a second configuration and the cutting portion is configured to prepare the bone for an implant.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:the modular extension member that includes a third length extending between a third end of the modular extension member and a fourth end of the modular extension member,wherein the first attachment portion includes a first threaded portion,wherein the modular extension member includes a second threaded portion configured to threadably engage the first threaded portion of the first member in the first configuration.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the extension member further includes a bore extending along a fourth length from the third end to a bore terminal end claim 2 , the second threaded portion is disposed within the bore near the third end and extends partially along the fourth length towards the bore terminal end.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 56
30-04-2015 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus For Preparing An Implantation Site

Номер: US20150119893A1
Автор: Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A bone preparation system, such as a broach, includes at least a first member and a second member. The first member and the second member may be connected. Both the first member and the second member, when attached to the first member, are configured to directly contact and broach an anatomy. 1. An assembly to broach an anatomy , comprising:a first member extending from a first end to a second end;a first member cutting portion formed along at least a portion of a length of the first member between the first end and the second end;a connection portion extending from the second end, the connection portion extending from the second end to a connection member terminal end;wherein the connection member terminal end is tapered relative to a connection member proximal end adjacent to the second end of the first member;wherein the first member cutting portion is configured to prepare the anatomy for an implant.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a broach extension member having an extension member cutting portion;wherein the broach extension member is configured to connect to the connection portion of the first member.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the connection member includes an external thread and the broach extension member has an internal thread claim 2 , wherein the external thread and the internal thread interact to connect the broach extension member to the first member.4. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first member cutting portion and the extension member cutting portion cooperate to form a single cutting configuration of the connected first member and the broach extension member.5. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first member is tapered from the first end to the second end.6. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein a first member external perimeter of the first member at the second end is substantially equivalent to a broach extension member external perimeter of the broach extension member.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 57
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Instrument Case

Номер: US20140197060A1
Автор: Mauch Thomas J., Meridew Jason D., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing Corporation

A surgical instrument tray assembly according to the principles of the present disclosure includes an outer case, an inner tray, and a handle. The inner tray is configured to fit within the outer case and is releasably attached to the outer case. The handle is securely coupled to the inner tray such that the surgical instrument tray assembly, including the outer case and the inner tray, is transportable with a single hand by engaging the handle. 1. A surgical instrument tray assembly , comprising:an outer case having an open top;an inner tray configured to fit entirely within an interior of the outer case, the inner tray being releasably attached to the outer case;a case lid configured to at least partially cover the open top of the outer case, the case lid being releasably attached to the outer case; anda first handle hinged to the inner tray and configured to extend through the case lid when the case lid is releasably attached to the outer case such that the surgical instrument tray assembly, including the outer case and the inner tray, is transportable with a single hand by engaging the first handle.2. The surgical instrument tray assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first handle is coupled to the center of the inner tray.3. (canceled)4. The surgical instrument tray assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first handle is attached to an inner surface of a closed bottom of the inner tray.5. The surgical instrument tray assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first handle is configured to extend away from the closed bottom and beyond an open top of the inner tray.6. The surgical instrument tray assembly of claim 1 , wherein the case lid defines an opening and the first handle extends through the opening when the inner tray is disposed within the outer case and the case lid is placed over the open top of the outer case.710-. (canceled)11. A surgical instrument tray assembly claim 1 , comprising:an outer case having a closed bottom and an open top;an inner tray configured to fit ...

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Номер записи: 58
18-04-2019 дата публикации

FLOWABLE BULK GRANULAR POLYSACCHARIDE

Номер: US20190112456A1
Автор: Bell Timothy Allan, FAKE DEAN M., HERKIMER SCOTT M., PATEL DHIREN V., PRITCHETT TYLER D.
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Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polysaccharide particles with an average size of about 0.1-10 mm. These particles comprise at least (i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution, and (ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan, or an insoluble cationic ether thereof, comprising alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages and having a weight-average degree of polymerization (DPw) of at least about 100. Further disclosed are methods of preparing these compositions, as well as systems for storing and/or moving them. 1. A composition comprising particles with an average size of about 0.1-10 mm , wherein said particles comprise at least(i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution, and(ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan or an insoluble cationic ether of said insoluble alpha-glucan,wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan comprises alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages and has a weight-average degree of polymerization (DPw) of at least 100.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan has at least 50% alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glycosidic linkages.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the particles comprise about 30%-45% by weight of said insoluble alpha-glucan or insoluble cationic ether thereof.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is powder-like.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan is enzymatically produced in a reaction composition comprising at least water claim 1 , sucrose and a glucosyltransferase enzyme that synthesizes insoluble alpha-glucan.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the particles are produced by contacting a first composition with a particle-forming device claim 1 , wherein said first composition comprises at least (i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution claim 1 , and (ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan.7. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the first composition is a cake of the insoluble alpha-glucan.8. The composition ...

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Номер записи: 59
18-04-2019 дата публикации

ESTABLISHMENT AND DETECTION OF BREAKAGE OF WIRELESS LEASH BETWEEN DEVICES

Номер: US20190114900A1
Автор: Hawkins Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

Companion and accessory devices can be wirelessly leashed together in a manner that enables the devices to estimate their proximities to each other. One device can periodically attempt to detect a signal from the other device. For each attempt, the attempting device can store an indication of whether the signal was detected. If a number of times that the signal was undetected exceeds a threshold, then the attempting device can perform specified operations, such as alerting a user that the wireless leash was broken. As another example, one device can detect that a strength of a signal from the other device exceeds a threshold. In response, the detecting device can measure signal strengths more frequently. If the measuring device then detects that the signal strength exceeds another threshold, then the measuring device can cause specified operations to be performed, such as data synchronization between the devices or unlocking a device. 1. A method comprising: establishing a WiFi connection with a second device;', 'determining a first geographical location of the first device;', 'receiving, over the WiFi connection, a second geographical location of a second device;', 'determining a distance between the first geographical location of the first device and the second geographical location of the second device;', 'determining that the distance is within a predetermined threshold distance; and', 'in response to the distance being within the predetermined threshold distance, establishing a wireless data exchange connection with the second device., 'at a first device comprising one or more processors2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , after determining the first geographical location of the first device claim 1 , sending claim 1 , over the WiFi connection claim 1 , the first geographical location of the first device to the second device.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the determining the first geographical location of the first ...

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Номер записи: 60
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Guide Assembly For Lateral Implants And Associated Methods

Номер: US20140200619A1
Автор: SMITH Aaron P., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLC

A method for use in guiding a lateral fastener into a lateral bore of a femoral body implant. The method can use an outrigger having an arm portion, a leg portion that extends from the arm portion, and an alignment tube that extends from the leg portion. The method can further use a support pad and an adjustable shaft member that couples to the support pad and the leg portion. A shaft member can be adjustably maintained in a position relative to the leg portion by a quick-release system. 1. A method for positioning a femoral body implant , comprising:providing a guide assembly having an outrigger with an arm portion, a leg portion, a support pad coupled to the leg portion, and an alignment tube extending from the leg portion;coupling a medial end of the outrigger arm portion to a proximal femoral body implanted in a femur such that the alignment tube is coaxial with a lateral bore in the proximal femoral body implant;positioning an implantable support plate adjacent to at least a portion of a lateral side of the femur;advancing an alignment sleeve against the support plate and tightening to a desired compression;forming a bore in the femur coaxial with the lateral bore of the proximal femoral body implant by advancing a drill through the alignment tube until a stop member engages a first end of the alignment tube;engaging the support pad against a side of the support plate opposite the femur by moving a clamp member to a release position and advancing the support pad relative to the leg portion and into engagement with the support plate; andinserting a lateral fastener with a selected length through the support pad and implantable support plate and into threaded engagement with the lateral bore of the proximal femoral body implant.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining the selected length of the lateral fastener by determining a position of a marker on the alignment sleeve relative to one of a plurality of indicia on the alignment tube, wherein ...

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Номер записи: 61
04-05-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR GUIDANCE OF OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

Номер: US20170122740A1
Автор: SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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A method and system for guidance of an off-road vehicle comprises a crop row sensor for sensing position data for one or more crop rows. A primary guidance path of the vehicle is determined based on the sensed position data for the one or more crop rows if there not a material gap in the crop row for the current location of the vehicle. Alternately or cumulatively, a secondary guidance path of the vehicle is determined based on a historic path heading of the vehicle if there is the material gap in a crop row for a current location of the vehicle. 1. A method for guidance of an off-road vehicle , the method comprising:sensing position data for one or more crop rows;determining a primary guidance path of the vehicle based on the sensed position data for the one or more crop rows if there not a material gap in the crop row for the current location of the vehicle; anddetermining a secondary guidance path of the vehicle based on a historic path heading of the vehicle if there is the material gap in a crop row for a current location of the vehicle.2. The method according to wherein the determining of the primary guidance path is based on a central position between two adjacent crop rows that are sensed by arms of contact sensors.3. The method according to wherein the determining of the secondary guidance path is based on the historic path heading consistent with headings estimated by a location-determining receiver for corresponding historic locations of the vehicle.4. The method according to wherein the determining of the secondary guidance path is based on a running average of the historic path heading consistent with a curvature limit of a curved path plan if the estimated curvature of the historic path heading is greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , a threshold.5. The method according to wherein the estimated curvature is determined based on the following equation: C=ΔP/D claim 4 , where C is the curvature claim 4 , ΔP is the path heading change claim 4 , and ...

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Номер записи: 62
04-05-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR GUIDANCE OF OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

Номер: US20170122742A1
Автор: SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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A method and system for guidance of an off-road vehicle comprises a crop row sensor for sensing position data for one or more crop rows. A primary guidance path of the vehicle is determined based on the sensed position data for the one or more crop rows if there not a material gap in the crop row for the current location of the vehicle. Alternately or cumulatively, a secondary guidance path of the vehicle is determined based on a historic path heading of the vehicle if there is the material gap in a crop row for a current location of the vehicle. 1. A method for guidance of an off-road vehicle , the method comprising:sensing position data for one or more crop rows;determining a guidance path of the vehicle based on a historic path heading of the vehicle if a vehicle ground speed exceeds, or equals, a threshold speed at a current location of the vehicle; anddetermining a guidance path of the vehicle based on the sensed position data for the one or more crop rows if the vehicle ground speed does not exceed the threshold speed for the current location of the vehicle.2. The method according to wherein the determining of the primary guidance path is based on a central position between two adjacent crop rows that are sensed by arms of contact sensors.3. The method according to wherein the determining of the secondary guidance path is based on the historic path heading consistent with headings estimated by a location-determining receiver for corresponding historic locations of the vehicle.4. The method according to wherein the determining of the secondary guidance path is based on a running average of the historic path heading consistent with a curvature limit of a curved path plan if the estimated curvature of the historic path heading is greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , a threshold.5. The method according to wherein the estimated curvature is determined based on the following equation: C=ΔP/D claim 4 , where C is the curvature claim 4 , ΔP is the path heading ...

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Номер записи: 63
21-05-2015 дата публикации

SELF TUNING UNIVERSAL STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

Номер: US20150142270A1
Автор: ALLEYNE Andrew G., LIU NANJUN, POTTER MATTHEW D., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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At least one example embodiment discloses a method of controlling steering of a vehicle. The method includes identifying a reduced-order vehicle model, the reduced-order vehicle model representing a vehicle transfer function in which a least one high-frequency pole is removed. The method further includes generating target closed loop pole locations based on at least one user preference parameter. The method further includes determining calibration parameters that place closed loop poles of a composite system at the target closed loop poles. The composite system in this context includes the reduced-order vehicle model and a steering control system. Finally, the method includes controlling the steering using the steering control system configured using the calibration parameters. 110-. (canceled)11. A method for calibrating control parameters of an off-road vehicle system , the method comprising:identifying a reduced-order vehicle model, the reduced-order vehicle model representing a vehicle transfer function in which at least one high-frequency pole is removed;generating target closed loop pole locations based on at least one user preference parameter;determining calibration parameters that place closed loop poles of a composite system at the target closed loop poles, the composite system including the reduced-order vehicle model and a vehicle control system; andcontrolling the off-road vehicle using the vehicle control system configured using the calibration parameters.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the reduced-order vehicle model includes two poles.13. The method of claim 11 , further comprising:evaluating the performance of the vehicle control system based on at least one performance criterion;updating the reduced-order vehicle model based on the evaluating; anddetermining updated calibration parameters based on the updated reduced-order vehicle model.14. The method of claim 11 , wherein the method is initiated based on user input.15. The method of claim 11 ...

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Номер записи: 64
17-05-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER WITH FOLDING HANDLE

Номер: US20180133729A1
Автор: Masters Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Briggs & Stratton Corporation

A pressure washer includes a motor configured to drive a pump, a frame having first and second end portions, a handle having first and second end portions, and a rotating joint rotatably coupling the first end portion of the handle to the second end portion of the frame. The rotating joint includes a locking mechanism to selectively lock the position of the handle relative to the frame. The handle rotates between a storage position and an extended position. In the storage position, the second end portion of the handle is positioned near the first end portion of the frame such that the motor and the pump are located within a volume defined by the first and second end portions of the handle and the frame. In the extended position, the second end portion of the handle is spaced apart from the frame. 1. A pressure washer , comprising:a water pump;an electric motor coupled to the water pump and configured to drive the water pump;a frame having a first end portion and a second end portion;a handle having a first end portion and a second end portion; anda rotating joint rotatably coupling the first end portion of the handle to the second end portion of the frame, wherein the rotating joint includes a locking mechanism to selectively lock the position of the handle relative to the frame,wherein the handle is configured to rotate between a storage position and an extended position, wherein in the storage position the second end portion of the handle is positioned near the first end portion of the frame such that the electric motor and the water pump are located within a volume defined by the first and second end portions of the handle and the frame, and wherein in the extended position the second end portion of the handle is spaced apart from the frame.2. The pressure washer of claim 1 , further comprising:a high-pressure hose configured to be coupled to a high-pressure outlet of the water pump;an electrical cord configured to supply electricity to the electric motor; anda ...

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Номер записи: 65
30-04-2020 дата публикации

ADDITIVES FOR STEAM-INJECTION OIL RECOVERY

Номер: US20200131895A1
Автор: Boyd Tyler D., Myers David Francis, Nguyen Duy T.
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Disclosed herein are ether amine additives for use in oil recovery such as steam-assisted gravity drainage and cyclic steam stimulation, as well as surface mining of bitumen. Methods of oil recovery using the ether amine additives are described. The ether amine additives are injected with steam into a subterranean oil reservoir such as oil tar sands to improve recovery of oils such as bitumen and/or heavy oil, or used to wash surface-mined rock to assist in oil extraction therefrom. The ether amine additives may be added to steam in steam-assisted oil recovery methods such as cyclic steam stimulation and steam-assisted gravity drainage. Condensates of the additives in steam exhibit very low advancing and receding contact angles and low interfacial tensions at low concentrations of the additives. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more ether amine compounds comprises 3-(n-butoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , 3 -(2-ethylhexoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , 3 -(isodecoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , or any combination thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more ether amine compounds consists essentially of 3-(n-butoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , 3-(2-ethylhexoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , 3-(isodecoxy)-1-aminopropane claim 1 , or any combination thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vapor composition further comprises steam.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vapor composition consists essentially of steam and the one or more ether amine compounds.6. The method of claim 3 , wherein the concentration of the one or more ether amine compounds in the vapor composition is 100 to 300 parts per million by weight.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein a temperature of the vapor composition is 160° C. to 375° C.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein a pressure of the vapor composition is 90 psi to 3 claim 1 ,060 psi during the injecting.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vapor composition is at a temperature of 250° C. to 270° C.10. The method of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 66
25-05-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR GUIDING AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE ALONG A CURVED PATH

Номер: US20170144704A1
Автор: Robinson William D., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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As an off-road vehicle traverses a curved path driven by an operator, a data processor determines an error estimate between the points on the curved path and a generally circular perimeter about an estimated center point consistent with alignment of the curved path to the generally circular perimeter in accordance with a least squares algorithm or a modified least squares algorithm. The data processor or user interface provides an indicator to an operator of the vehicle that an arc length or angular displacement of the curved path with respect to the estimated center point is sufficient to estimate accurately the estimated center point and the radius of the generally circular perimeter if the determined error estimate is less than a threshold error. 1. A method for guiding an off-road vehicle , the method comprising:collecting and storing location data of measured points, by a location-determining receiver, along a curved path over a time period as an operator of the vehicle manually steers the vehicle along the curved path associated with a generally circular perimeter of the field;in real-time as the vehicle traverses the curved path, determining an error estimate between the points on the curved path and the generally circular perimeter about an estimated center point consistent with alignment of the curved path to the generally circular perimeter in accordance with a least squares algorithm or a modified least squares algorithm; andin real-time as the vehicle traverses the curved path, providing an indicator to an operator of the vehicle that an arc length or angular displacement of the curved path with respect to the estimated center point is sufficient to estimate accurately the estimated center point and the radius of the generally circular perimeter if the determined error estimate is less than a threshold error, such that the operator can cease or discontinue manually steering the vehicle along the curved path.2. The method according to wherein the operator ...

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Номер записи: 67
09-05-2019 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

Номер: US20190141177A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between wearable items that have been paired with an electronic device, such as a smartphone, are described. In one embodiment, the wearable items automatically detect a removal of a first wearable item from a user's body and an attachment of a second wearable item to the user's body. Messages from the wearable items are transmitted to the electronic device to allow the electronic device to switch the active wearable item from the first wearable item to the second wearable item. The switch can occur while the electronic device is in a locked state, and the electronic device can synchronize the second wearable item with data received from the first wearable item. Other embodiments are also described. 122-. (canceled)23. A non-transitory machine-readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a data processing system cause the data processing system to perform operations comprising:receiving, at an electronic device, data from a first wearable item that is associated with the electronic device, the first wearable item being an active wearable item when the data is received;storing received data in a first store of the electronic device; andstoring the received data in a second store of the electronic device, the received data in the second store for use in synchronizing a second wearable item with the electronic device when the second wearable item becomes the active wearable item and the first wearable item is no longer the active wearable item.24. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 23 , the operations further comprising:transmitting at least a portion of the data in the second store to the second wearable item in response to the second wearable item becoming the active wearable item.25. The non-transitory machine-readable medium as in claim 24 , wherein the second wearable item decrypts the portion of the data in response to ...

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Номер записи: 68
21-05-2020 дата публикации

FLOWABLE BULK GRANULAR POLYSACCHARIDE

Номер: US20200157320A1
Автор: Bell Timothy Allan, FAKE DEAN M., HERKIMER SCOTT M., PATEL DHIREN V., PRITCHETT TYLER D.
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Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polysaccharide particles with an average size of about 0.1-10 mm. These particles comprise at least (i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution, and (ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan, or an insoluble cationic ether thereof, comprising alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages and having a weight-average degree of polymerization (DPw) of at least about 100. Further disclosed are methods of preparing these compositions, as well as systems for storing and/or moving them. 1. A composition comprising particles with an average size of about 0.1-10 mm ,wherein said particles comprise at least(i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution, and(ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan or an insoluble cationic ether of said insoluble alpha-glucan,wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan comprises alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages and has a weight-average degree of polymerization (DPw) of at least 100.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan has at least 50% alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glycosidic linkages.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the particles comprise about 30%-45% by weight of said insoluble alpha-glucan or insoluble cationic ether thereof.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is powder-like.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the insoluble alpha-glucan is enzymatically produced in a reaction composition comprising at least water claim 1 , sucrose and a glucosyltransferase enzyme that synthesizes insoluble alpha-glucan.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the particles are produced by contacting a first composition with a particle-forming device claim 1 , wherein said first composition comprises at least (i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution claim 1 , and (ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan.7. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the first composition is a cake of the insoluble alpha-glucan.8. The composition of ...

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Номер записи: 69
23-06-2016 дата публикации

TACTILE GUIDANCE ARRANGEMENT FOR VEHICLES

Номер: US20160174454A1
Автор: Brett William A., CARLSON BRANDON C., Phan Austin H., SCHLEICHER TYLER D., SHI Bin
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Embodiments include a tactile guidance system and various mechanisms for orienting and mounting the tactile guidance system on motorized vehicles such as agricultural spray vehicles. For example, a rod-shaped tactile guidance detector is positioned protruding out sideways from the inner side of each of the front wheels of a self-propelled sprayer vehicle or a tractor. The guidance system is used to detect the location of objects including crops and plants and determine a path of travel. 1. A tactile guidance arrangement for a vehicle having wheels , comprising:a tactile guidance system having a contact device and a sensing device, wherein the sensing device detects a displacement of the contact device;a mounting configuration that locates the tactile guidance system to one of at least two positions:a first position wherein the tactile guidance system is mounted on a bracket that is coupled to a wheel hub on an inner side of a front ground-engaging wheel; anda second position wherein the tactile guidance system is coupled to a shield for a tire of the front ground-engaging wheel; andwherein the contact device protrudes out away from the front ground-engaging wheel in a direction transverse to the wheel hub and to a direction of travel of the front ground-engaging wheel.2. The tactile guidance arrangement of claim 1 , wherein in either the first position or in the second position claim 1 , only one of the tactile guidance system is mounted to each of two front ground-engaging wheels of the vehicle claim 1 , and wherein front is towards the direction of travel.3. The tactile guidance arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the tactile guidance system with the contact device is single-sided claim 2 , and wherein the contact device includes only one paddle that transversely extends out past the front ground-engaging wheel.4. The tactile guidance arrangement of claim 2 , wherein in the first position claim 2 , the sensing device and a first end of the contact device are ...

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Номер записи: 70
21-06-2018 дата публикации

PATIENT-SPECIFIC ACETABULAR ALIGNMENT GUIDES

Номер: US20180168822A1
Автор: Bollinger Mark A., Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, Morrison Bryan, Perry Lance Dean, SLONE W. Jason, SMITH Aaron P., WHITE John R., Witt Tyler D.
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An acetabular device includes a patient-specific acetabular alignment guide including a bone engagement surface. The bone engagement surface has a first portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to an acetabular rim surface and a second portion configured and shaped to be conforming and complementary to a periacetabular area of an acetabulum of a patient. The acetabular alignment guide includes a plurality of guiding formations extending through the second portion for guiding a plurality of alignment pins therethrough. The bone engagement surface and the plurality of guiding formations are prepared from a three-dimensional model of the acetabulum of the specific patient reconstructed pre-operatively from a scan of the patient. 120.-. (canceled)21. A method for inserting an acetabular implant into an acetabulum of a patient , the method comprising:engaging a patient-specific side of an acetabular alignment guide to a complementary rim surface and periacetabular area of a pelvis outside the acetabulum of the patient;inserting a plurality of alignment pins through corresponding alignment apertures of the acetabular alignment guide and into the periacetabular area of the pelvis outside the acetabulum of the patient;removing the acetabular alignment guide without removing the plurality of alignment pins from the periacetabular area of the pelvis of the patient;coupling an acetabular instrument to a patient-specific alignment adapter having a plurality of openings located at patient-specific locations, each of the plurality of openings configured to align with one of the plurality of alignment pins; andguiding the patient-specific alignment adapter along the plurality of alignment pins to engage the acetabular instrument with the acetabulum.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein engagement of the acetabular instrument with the acetabulum comprises reaming the acetabulum with a reamer.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein guiding the patient-specific ...

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Номер записи: 71
28-06-2018 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus for Changing Rollers on an Embosser/Laminator Machine

Номер: US20180178498A1
Автор: Bushelle Tyler D., GUSSERT Cory P., Spinelli Stefano
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An embosser/laminator machine has an adhesive unit releasably connectable with a main frame structure of the machine, and a roll extractor configured to move a roll between the main frame structure and an exchange position between the main frame structure and the adhesive unit when the adhesive unit is spaced from the main frame structure during removal and installation of the roll. The sub-frame comprising the adhesive unit may be formed with a bearing cap that cooperates with the main frame structure such that when the adhesive unit is connected with the main frame structure, the roll is operatively secured to the machine between main frame structure and the sub-frame of the adhesive unit for normal operation of the machine. When the sub-frame comprising the adhesive unit is released and spaced from main frame structure, the roll may be removed from and installed into the main frame structure. 1. A machine for processing a web of material , the machine comprising:a main frame structure of the machine;at least one roll for processing the web in the machine; andan extractor operatively connected with the main frame structure adapted and configured to move the roll between a normal operating position in the main frame structure and an exchange position spaced from the main frame structure.2. The machine of claim 1 , further comprising:a sub-frame configured and adapted to be moveable relative to the main frame structure between an engaged position and a disengaged position, wherein when the sub-frame is in the engaged position, the roll is operatively securable to the machine between the sub-frame and the main frame structure for normal operation of the machine, and wherein when the sub-frame is in the disengaged position, the sub-frame is spaced from the main frame structure a distance sufficient for the roll to be removed from and installed into the main frame structure.3. The machine of wherein the roll is operatively secured between the sub-frame and the main ...

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Номер записи: 72
18-09-2014 дата публикации

AMINOTHIAZOLES AND THEIR USES

Номер: US20140274878A1
Автор: Bushell Simon, Lamarche Matthew J., Leeds Jennifer, Whitehead Lewis
Принадлежит: NOVARTIS AG

The present application describes organic compounds of Formula (I) 2. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , and Ris CH.3. The compound of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , Rand Rare H claim 1 , Ris CH claim 1 , and Ris CH—O—CH.6. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , and Ris CH.7. The compound of claim 5 , wherein R claim 5 , Rand Rare H claim 5 , Ris CH claim 5 , and Ris CH—O—CH.11. The compound of claim 10 , wherein R claim 10 , Rand Rare H claim 10 , and Ris CH.12. The compound of claim 10 , wherein R claim 10 , Rand Rare H claim 10 , Ris CH claim 10 , and Ris CHO—CH.15. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Ris OH or OAc.20. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of claim 1 , and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent.21. A method of treating a bacterial infection comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a compound of claim 1 , such that the bacterial infection is treated. This application is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 13/864,779, filed Apr. 17, 2013, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 12/333,602, filed Dec. 12, 2008, which issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,426,356, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/024,709, filed Jan. 30, 2008, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/013,122, filed Dec. 12, 2007, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Since the discovery of penicillin, pharmaceutical companies have produced a number of antibacterial agents to combat a wide variety of bacterial infections. In the past several years, there has been rapid emergence of bacterial resistance to several of these antibiotics. The multidrug resistance among these bacterial pathogens may also be due to mutation leading to more virulent clinical isolation. Perhaps the most disturbing occurrence has been the acquisition of resistance to vancomycin, an antibiotic ...

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Номер записи: 73
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Guide Alignment System And Method

Номер: US20140276873A1
Автор: Meridew Jason D., Witt Tyler D.
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An orthopedic device includes a patient-specific acetabular guide that can be used for preparing an acetabulum of a patient to receive an acetabular implant and/or placement of an acetabular prosthesis. The acetabular guide has a body with an outer three-dimensional surface configured to match an acetabulum of a specific patient's hip joint designed from data of the patient's hip joint. The acetabular guide can further include a peripheral annular rim. 1. A method of placing a guide pin near an acetabulum with an acetabular guide system , comprising:coupling an inserter to a patient specific acetabular guide via a keyed post, wherein the keyed post is fixed relative to the patient specific acetabular guide;moving the patient specific acetabular guide into the acetabulum;rotating the patient specific acetabular guide relative to the acetabulum with the coupled inserter; anddetermining an alignment of the coupled patient specific acetabular guide with the inserter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein coupling the inserter to the patient specific acetabular guide via the keyed post includes coupling the inserter in a single predetermined location and orientation relative to the patient specific acetabular guide via the keyed post.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the keyed post defines a post alignment axis aligned with the patient specific acetabular guide in a single location and orientation.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein rotating the patient specific acetabular guide relative to the acetabulum with the coupled inserter includes rotating the post alignment axis relative to the acetabulum with the coupled inserter.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the alignment of the coupled patient specific acetabular guide with the inserter includes viewing an alignment jig;wherein the alignment jig is associated with the inserter and extends from a shaft of the inserter.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining the alignment of the coupled patient specific ...

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Номер записи: 74
05-07-2018 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES

Номер: US20180191886A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between watches that have been paired with a device such as a smartphone are described. In one embodiment, the watches automatically detect a removal of a first watch from a user's wrist and an attachment of a second watch to the user's wrist. Messages from the watches are transmitted to the device to allow the device to switch the active watch from the first watch to the second watch. The switch can occur while the device is in a locked state, and the device can synchronize the second watch with data received from the first watch. Other embodiments are also described.

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Номер записи: 75
11-06-2020 дата публикации

ESTABLISHMENT AND DETECTION OF BREAKAGE OF WIRELESS LEASH BETWEEN DEVICES

Номер: US20200184798A1
Автор: Hawkins Tyler D.
Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

Companion and accessory devices can be wirelessly leashed together in a manner that enables the devices to estimate their proximities to each other. One device can periodically attempt to detect a signal from the other device. For each attempt, the attempting device can store an indication of whether the signal was detected. Further, a companion device or accessory device can detect signals from different wireless-capable devices in an environment. The companion device or the accessory device can configure an interface displayed on the companion device or the accessory device, respectively, based on signal information about the different wireless-capable devices in the environment. 1. A method comprising: detecting, by the first device, a first wireless signal from a second device;', 'detecting, by the first device, a second wireless signal from a third device;', 'determining, by the first device, which of the second device or the third device to select for displaying information stored on the first device, the determination of which device to select being based on a comparison of the first wireless signal to the second wireless signal;', 'selecting, by the first device, either the second device or the third device based on the determining which device to select; and', 'displaying, by the first device, information corresponding to the selected device., 'at a first device comprising one or more processors2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the determining which of the second device or the third device to select for displaying information comprises:determining, by the first device, a first signal strength of the first wireless signal between the first device and the second device;determining, by the first device, a second signal strength of the second wireless signal between the first device and the third device; anddetermining, by the first device, which of the first signal strength or the second signal strength is a greater signal strength.3. The method ...

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Номер записи: 76
13-07-2017 дата публикации

Heavy oil rheology modifiers for flow improvement during production and transportation operations

Номер: US20170198204A1
Автор: Duy T. Nguyen, John J. IBAGON, Joseph Paul BAILEY, Tyler D. BOYD, Vittoria BALSAMO DE HERNANDEZ
Принадлежит: ECOLAB USA INC

The present invention generally relates to methods for enhancing production and transportation of heavy and extra-heavy crude oil and for reducing the growth of asphaltene flocculants or hindering their formation, the methods comprising contacting an oil-soluble composition that comprises polyetheramines, tallow amines, tallow diamines, alkylphenol-formaldehyde resins, reaction products of alpha-olefin, maleic anhydride and pentaerythritol, or a combination thereof, with the heavy or extra-heavy crude oil.

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Номер записи: 77
12-07-2018 дата публикации

Techniques for determining an angular offset between two objects

Номер: US20180195859A1
Автор: Brian Ross Gollehon, Chase Maier, Skyler B. Reeves, Tyler D. Hochstetler
Принадлежит: Accu-Scribe LLC

An angular offset apparatus for determining an angular offset, or scribe line offset (SLO), of two objects within a drilling environment. The angular offset apparatus may include a sensing component and a target component located at various locations within the drilling environment. The sensing component may implement one or more sensors configured to collect data associated with the target component and the drilling environment to determine the SLO between the two objects. The angular offset apparatus, along with the calculated SLO, is designed to ensure accuracy and safety during drilling operations.

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Номер записи: 78
13-07-2017 дата публикации

SWITCHING BETWEEN WATCHES OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

Номер: US20170201611A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, De Fillippis Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumallioux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between watches that have been paired with a device such as a smartphone are described. In one embodiment, the watches automatically detect a removal of a first watch from a user's wrist and an attachment of a second watch to the user's wrist. Messages from the watches are transmitted to the device to allow the device to switch the active watch from the first watch to the second watch. The switch can occur while the device is in a locked state, and the device can synchronize the second watch with data received from the first watch. Other embodiments are also described. 1. A non-transitory machine readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a data processing system cause the data processing system to perform a method , the method comprising:detecting removal of a first watch which has been synchronized at least partially with a companion device and detecting attachment of a second watch, each of the first watch and the second watch having been paired with the companion device;transmitting data to the second watch to synchronize the second watch in response to detecting attachment of the second watch and removal of the first watch, the transmitted data providing data from the first watch.2. The medium of wherein detecting removal comprises receiving a first wrist state from the first watch and wherein detecting attachment comprises receiving a second wrist state from the second watch and wherein the second wrist state indicates a higher on-wrist confidence level than the first wrist state and wherein the companion device transmits the data to the second watch to synchronize the second watch with the companion device.3. The medium as in wherein the transmitting is performed while the companion device is locked.4. The medium as in wherein the companion device is locked when it requires a user's security input to unlock it to allow the companion ...

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Номер записи: 79
13-07-2017 дата публикации

Switching between watches or other accessories

Номер: US20170201612A1
Автор: Circosta Nicholas Joseph, DE FILIPPIS Pierre J., Donley David C., Dooley Craig P., Grandy James C., Hawkins Tyler D., Novick Gregory B., Pahwa Aroon, POLLACK Daniel B., Poumailloux Julien A., Shortlidge Todd A., Wilson David T., Yang Yan
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Systems, methods and non-transitory computer readable media for allowing a user to switch between watches that have been paired with a device such as a smartphone are described. In one embodiment, the watches automatically detect a removal of a first watch from a user's wrist and an attachment of a second watch to the user's wrist. Messages from the watches are transmitted to the device to allow the device to switch the active watch from the first watch to the second watch. The switch can occur while the device is in a locked state, and the device can synchronize the second watch with data received from the first watch. Other embodiments are also described. 1. A non-transitory machine readable medium storing executable program instructions which when executed by a data processing system cause the data processing system to perform a method , the method comprising:receiving, at a companion device, data from a first paired device that is paired with the companion device, the first paired device being the active paired device when the data is received;storing the received data in a first store of the companion device, wherein once the data is stored in the first store, the data cannot be accessed when the companion device is locked;storing the received data in a second store of the companion device, the received data in the second store for use in synchronizing a second paired device with the companion device when the second paired device becomes the active paired device and the first paired device is no longer the active paired device.2. The medium as in claim 1 , the method further comprising:transmitting at least a portion of the data in the second store to the second paired device in response to the second paired device becoming the active paired device.3. The medium as in wherein the second paired device decrypts the portion of the data in response to unlocking the second paired device.4. The medium as in wherein the first paired device is a first watch that is ...

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Номер записи: 80
04-08-2016 дата публикации

METHODS OF MAKING 2-HALONICOTINONITRILES

Номер: US20160221951A1
Автор: GUPTON Frank B., LONGSTREET Ashley R., MCQUADE Tyler D., OPALKA Suzanne M.
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A method of making a 2-halonicotinonitrile comprises reacting an alkylidene nitrile with a C1-compound in an organic solvent and a dehydrating agent. The dehydrating agent substantially retards dimerization of the alkylidene nitrile during the reaction. The enamine intermediate that forms from the reaction is cyclized using a halide donor to make the 2-halonicotinonitrile. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dehydrating agent is at least one dehydrating agent selected from an anhydride claim 1 , an acetyl chloride claim 1 , an aluminum trichloride claim 1 , a thionyl chloride claim 1 , an alkyl arylsilyl chloride claim 1 , and a trialkyl arylsilyl chloride.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dehydrating agent is acetic anhydride.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein Rcomprises an electron withdrawing group selected from a nitrile claim 1 , a carboxylic acid claim 1 , a carboxylate claim 1 , and a sulfoxide.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the C1-compound is at least one compound selected from N claim 1 ,N-dimethylformamide dimethylacetal claim 1 , a formate claim 1 , a formaldehyde claim 1 , N claim 1 ,N-dimethylformamide methyl methylsufonylacetal claim 1 , a methyl formate claim 1 , and carbon monoxide.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the organic solvent is at least one organic solvent selected from dichloromethane claim 1 , toluene claim 1 , tetrahydrofuran claim 1 , an ether claim 1 , ethyl acetate claim 1 , and chloroform.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the halide donor is at least one halide donor selected from a hydrogen halide claim 1 , an alkyl halide claim 1 , and a silyl halide.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein X is Br claim 1 , Cl claim 1 , or I.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein sufficient dehydrating agent to substantially retard dimerization of the alkylidene nitrile during the reaction is 10 mol % to 200 mol % of dehydrating agent.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the C1-compound is present in stoichiometric excess relative to the ...

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Номер записи: 81
11-08-2016 дата публикации

Patient-specific acetabular guides and associated instruments

Номер: US20160228133A1
Автор: Adolph V. Lombardi, Alexander P. Wolfe, James Nairus, Jason D. Meridew, Jeffrey H. Nycz, John C. Clohisy, Matthew D. Munsterman, Robert Metzger, Ryan John Schoenefeld, Tamon Kabata, Tyler D. Witt, William Jason Slone
Принадлежит: Biomet Manufacturing LLC

A patient-specific acetabular guide can be used for preparing an acetabulum of a patient to receive an acetabular implant. The acetabular guide includes a patient-specific engagement surface designed to be complementary and mateable with a corresponding surface of the patient's pelvic anatomy. The acetabular guide is designed during a pre-operative plan for the patient by a three-dimensional reconstruction of the anatomy of the patient using two-dimensional medical images. The patient-specific engagement surface has a first portion mateable with a portion of the acetabulum of the patient. The acetabular guide includes a guiding element that extends from the acetabular guide opposite to the first portion of engagement surface. The guiding element defines a bore designed to be oriented along an alignment axis for an acetabular implant when the acetabular guide is engaged to the acetabulum.

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Номер записи: 82
10-08-2017 дата публикации

PATIENT-SPECIFIC HIP JOINT DEVICES

Номер: US20170224496A1
Автор: HERSHBERGER TROY W., Meridew Jason D., METZGER ROBERT, WHITE John R., Witt Tyler D.
Принадлежит:

An implant for a femoral head of a patient. The implant includes a shell implantable on the femoral head of the patient and correcting a defect of the femoral head. The shell is designed preoperatively to have a patient-specific first surface for articulation with the patient's acetabulum and a patient-specific periphery mateable with a periphery of the defect. The shell caps the defect and the first surface of the shell is continuous to a remaining healthy surface of the femoral head. The defect can be a bone defect, a cartilage defect or a combination thereof. 120.-. (canceled)21. A method of implanting a femoral implant , the method comprising:removing a defect in a femoral head to define a defect periphery of a removed area in healthy bone;positioning the femoral implant proximate the removed area, the femoral implant having a patient-specific portion and a fixation element;inserting the fixation element into the healthy bone at the removed area; andaligning the patient-specific portion with the defect periphery of the removed area.22. The method of claim 21 , further comprising mating a patient-specific periphery of the patient-specific portion with the defect periphery of the removed area.23. The method of claim 21 , aligning a patient-specific articulating surface of the patient-specific portion with a healthy bone surface surrounding the removed area.24. The method of claim 23 , wherein the patient-specific articulating surface comprises a three-dimensionally curved articulation surface that is configured to replace the defect in the femoral head with a continuation of the healthy bone surface.25. The method of claim 23 , further comprising mating a three-dimensionally curved surface of a patient-specific bone-engaging surface of the patient-specific portion located opposite the patient-specific articulating surface with a correspondingly curved healthy bone surface in the removed area.26. The method of claim 21 , wherein removing the defect in the femoral ...

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Номер записи: 83
30-10-2014 дата публикации

ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSION SHIELD WITH SUBSTRATE REINFORCEMENT FEATURES

Номер: US20140321097A1
Автор: Delianides John, McLean Tyler D.
Принадлежит: MOTOROLA MOBILITY LLC

An assembly (600) includes a substrate (601), an electrical component (1202), and a shield (400). The electrical component is disposed beneath the shield, with both being coupled to a major face (602) of the substrate. The shield can include an upper surface (401) including one or more indentations (408,409) disposed above, and extending toward, the electrical component. A shim (1106) or an injected material (1209) can be substituted for, or used with, the indentations. 1. An assembly , comprisinga substrate;at least one electrical component disposed along a major face of the substrate; anda shield disposed along the major face and enclosing the at least one electrical component, the shield having an upper surface comprising one or more indentations disposed above, and extending toward, the at least one electrical component from the upper surface.2. The assembly of claim 1 , each indentation having a length and a width corresponding to that of the at least one electrical component.3. The assembly of claim 1 , the one or more indentations corresponding to electrical components on a one-to-one basis.4. The assembly of claim 1 , each indentation having a substantially rectangular perimeter.5. The assembly of claim 1 , each indentation having a bottom surface disposed adjacent to an upper face of the at least one electrical component.6. The assembly of claim 5 , the bottom surface and the upper face defining a gap therebetween.7. The assembly of claim 6 , the gap between 0.05 and 0.10 millimeters.8. The assembly of claim 1 , each indentation comprising radiused sidewalls.9. The assembly of claim 1 , the shield comprising at least one partition extending from the upper surface toward the substrate within a perimeter of the shield.10. The assembly of claim 1 , the shield manufactured from cold rolled steel.11. The assembly of claim 1 , the at least one electrical component comprising a plurality of electrical components claim 1 , the one or more indentions disposed only ...

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Номер записи: 84
09-09-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ESTIMATING SURFACE ROUGHNESS OF GROUND FOR AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE TO CONTROL AN IMPLEMENT

Номер: US20210274700A1
Автор: Birkland Christopher D., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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A method and system for estimating surface roughness of a ground for an off-road vehicle to control an implement comprises detecting motion data of an off-road vehicle traversing a field or work site during a sampling interval. A first sensor is adapted to detect pitch data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a pitch acceleration. A second sensor is adapted to detect roll data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a roll acceleration. An electronic data processor or surface roughness index module determines or estimates a surface roughness index based on the detected motion data, pitch data and roll data for the sampling interval. The surface roughness index can be displayed on the graphical display to a user or operator of the vehicle. 1. A method for estimating surface roughness of a ground for an off-road vehicle to control an implement , the method comprising:detecting motion data of an off-road vehicle traversing a field or work site during a sampling interval, the motion data comprising ground speed of the off-road vehicle;detecting pitch data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a pitch acceleration;detecting roll data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a roll acceleration; anddetermining a surface roughness index based on the detected motion data, pitch data and roll data for the sampling interval;displaying the surface roughness index to a user or operator of the vehicle.2. The method according to wherein the detecting pitch data comprises detecting the pitch angle and deriving the pitch angle acceleration from a derivative of the detected pitch angle with respect to time.3. The method according to wherein the detecting roll data comprises detecting the roll angle and deriving the roll angle acceleration from a derivative of the detected roll angle with respect to time.4. The method according to further comprising:estimating zones with corresponding surface ...

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Номер записи: 85
09-09-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ESTIMATING SURFACE ROUGHNESS OF GROUND FOR AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE TO CONTROL AN IMPLEMENT

Номер: US20210276565A1
Автор: Birkland Christopher D., SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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A method and system for estimating surface roughness of a ground for an off-road vehicle to control an implement comprises detecting motion data of an off-road vehicle traversing a field or work site during a sampling interval. A first sensor is adapted to detect pitch data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a pitch acceleration. A second sensor is adapted to detect roll data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval to obtain a roll acceleration. An electronic data processor or surface roughness index module determines or estimates a surface roughness index based on the detected motion data, pitch data and roll data for the sampling interval. The surface roughness index can be displayed on the graphical display to a user or operator of the vehicle. 1. A method for estimating surface roughness of a ground for an off-road vehicle to control an implement:detecting motion data of an off-road vehicle traversing a field or work site during a sampling interval, the motion data comprising ground speed of the off-road vehicle;detecting pitch acceleration data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval;detecting roll acceleration data of the off-road vehicle for the sampling interval; anddetermining a surface roughness index based on the detected motion data, pitch acceleration data and roll acceleration data for the sampling interval;estimating zones with corresponding surface roughness index ranges within a field or work site based on the determined surface roughness index as a vehicle traverses or traversed the field or work site over multiple sampling intervals;generating a graphical display that illustrates the estimated zones of corresponding surface roughness or index ranges within the field or work site; anddisplaying the graphical display to a user or operator of the vehicle.2. The method according to further comprising:determining a position of a vehicle, or its implement, in the field or in the work site with respect to the ...

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Номер записи: 86
09-09-2021 дата публикации

Method and system for detection of roll sensor bias

Номер: US20210278210A1
Автор: Joel D. Hergenreter, Tyler D. Schleicher
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A roll sensor is configured to detect a first roll angle at a corresponding first point of a path plan of a vehicle, or its implement, based on the estimated current position. A roll sensor is configured to detect a second roll angle at a corresponding second point of a path plan of a vehicle, or its implement, based on the estimated current position. A data processor is configured to determine a roll angle delta or difference between the first roll angle and the second roll angle. If the roll angle delta is greater than a reference roll value, the roll angle delta is evaluated over an evaluation period. For example, if the roll angle is greater than the reference roll value for equal to or greater than a target percentage or target ratio for the evaluation period, the data processor is configured to designate the roll angle sensor for possible recalibration.

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Номер записи: 87
17-09-2015 дата публикации

TRANSDERMAL DOSAGE FORM FOR LOW-MELTING POINT ACTIVE AGENT

Номер: US20150258037A1
Автор: CORTOPASSI Jeffrey E., Fieldson Gregory T., SIMMONS Tyler D., SIVARAMAN Arunprasad, SORENSEN Adam C.
Принадлежит:

A drug-containing patch allows transdermal administration of a drug. The patch features a hydrophobic reservoir containing the drug, where the reservoir has a first surface and a second surface. A drug-impermeable backing overlies the first surface of the reservoir. A release sheet may overlie the second surface of the reservoir. The hydrophobic reservoir contains a drug and a hydrophobic matrix, where the hydrophobic matrix includes a hydrophobic filler in an amount which is effective to adsorb said drug; and a mixture of polyisobutylene and mineral oil. The hydrophobic matrix may contain hydrophobic colloidal silica as the hydrophobic filler. The hydrophobic reservoir layer may serve as a skin-contacting adhesive layer. Alternatively, a release-controlling adhesive layer may serve as the skin-contacting adhesive layer. The release-controlling adhesive layer may contain hydrophobic colloidal silica and a mixture of polyisobutylene and mineral oil. 1. A hydrophobic patch for transdermal administration of a hydrophobic drug , comprising:a hydrophobic reservoir having a first surface and a second surface;a backing layer overlying said first surface, said backing layer being impermeable to said hydrophobic drug; and said hydrophobic reservoir comprising a hydrophobic matrix and said hydrophobic drug, said hydrophobic drug being homogeneously dispersed through said hydrophobic matrix,', from about 6% to about 30% by weight of said reservoir of hydrophobic colloidal silica dispersed through said hydrophobic matrix; and', 'a mixture of mineral oil and polyisobutylene in a weight ratio of said mineral oil to said polyisobutylene of between about 0.05:1 and about 1:1;', 'wherein said hydrophobic colloidal silica adsorbs at least a portion of said hydrophobic drug., 'said hydrophobic matrix comprising], 'optionally a release sheet overlying said second surface;'}2. The hydrophobic patch of claim 1 , wherein said weight ratio of said mineral oil to said polyisobutylene is ...

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Номер записи: 88
01-10-2015 дата публикации

PRODUCTION OF GLUCAN POLYMERS FROM ALTERNATE SUCROSE SOURCES

Номер: US20150275256A1
Автор: Adugna Negash, Atkinson Wayne, FAKE DEAN M., Hennessey Susan Marie, Mather Brian D., Ovental Jennifer S., PRITCHETT TYLER D.
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Reaction solutions are disclosed herein comprising water, incompletely refined sucrose, and a glucosyltransferase enzyme that synthesizes insoluble poly alpha-1,3-glucan having at least 50% alpha-1,3 glycosidic linkages and a weight average degree of polymerization (DP) of at least 100. The yield of poly alpha-1,3-glucan by a reaction solution herein is at least 7% of the weight of sucrose that was converted in the reaction solution. Further disclosed are methods of producing poly alpha-1,3-glucan using incompletely refined sucrose, and poly alpha-1,3-glucan produced by these methods. 1. A reaction solution comprising water , sucrose , and a glucosyltransferase enzyme that synthesizes insoluble poly alpha-1 ,3-glucan having at least 50% alpha-1 ,3 glycosidic linkages and a weight average degree of polymerization (DP) of at least 100 , wherein the sucrose is unrefined or partially refined;wherein the yield of poly alpha-1,3-glucan by the reaction solution is at least 7% of the weight of sucrose that was converted to products in the reaction solution.2. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the sucrose is from sugar beet and has not been crystallized.3. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the sucrose is from sugar cane and (i) has not been crystallized claim 1 , or (ii) has been crystallized using no more than three crystallization steps.4. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the sucrose has an ICUMSA value greater than 150.5. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the relative reaction rate of said reaction solution is at least 0.8 with respect to the reaction rate of a reaction solution comprising water claim 1 , white refined sucrose and said glucosyltransferase enzyme.6. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the poly alpha-1 claim 1 ,3-glucan produced by the reaction solution has an L* value less than 93.7. The reaction solution of claim 1 , wherein the glucosyltransferase enzyme comprises an amino acid sequence that is at least 90% ...

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Номер записи: 89
22-08-2019 дата публикации

MONITORING STEERING CONDITIONS OF AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE

Номер: US20190256102A1
Автор: SCHLEICHER TYLER D.
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A stability index is determined based on the estimated position, the estimating heading, and the estimated yaw rate. A surface roughness estimator is adapted to estimate a variance or standard deviation of the roll of roll angle change based on the measured roll angle. A wheel-slip estimator estimates the wheel slip indicator based on numerator of drivetrain-derived wheel speed minus estimated velocity, which numerator is collectively divided by the drivetrain-derived wheel speed. A performance evaluation module determines a performance rating based on the determined stability index, the estimated surface roughness index and the estimated wheel slip. 1. A monitoring system for monitoring steering conditions of a vehicle , the system comprising:a location-determining receiver for estimating a position and velocity of the vehicle and a yaw or heading of the vehicle for a corresponding sampling interval;an inertial measurement unit for estimating a yaw rate for the vehicle for the sampling interval;a stability index estimator for determining a stability index based on the estimated position, the estimating heading, and the estimated yaw rate for the sampling interval;an accelerometer for measuring roll angle of the vehicle for the sampling interval;a surface roughness estimator for estimating a variance or standard deviation of the roll of roll angle change based on the measured roll angle for the sampling interval;a rotational speed sensor for measuring a drivetrain-derived wheel speed for the sampling interval;a wheel slip estimator for estimating the wheel slip indicator based on a numerator of drivetrain-derived wheel speed minus estimated velocity, which numerator is collectively divided by the drivetrain-derived wheel speed of the denominator; anda performance evaluation module for determining a performance rating based on the determined stability index, the estimated surface roughness index and the estimated wheel slip for the sampling interval.2. The system ...

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Номер записи: 90
11-12-2014 дата публикации

Tuning video compression for high frame rate and variable frame rate capture

Номер: US20140362918A1
Автор: David Saracino, Davide Concion, Erik Turnquist, John Samuel Bushell
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Video data with high frame rates may be displayed on devices with limited resources (e.g., decoder and/or display resources). These devices may have their resources devoted to other tasks or may not be capable to display the video data at the high frame rates. The coding method may include coding the frames such that additional droppable frames are included in the encoded video data. The decoding method may include dropping droppable frames before the encoded video data is decoded to reduce the number of frames that will be decoded and displayed. These methods may be applied to video data that has a variable frame rate and may be combined with processing the image sequence for slow motion playback.

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Номер записи: 91
20-08-2020 дата публикации

Method And Apparatus for Changing Rolls on an Embosser/Laminator Machine

Номер: US20200262189A1
Автор: Bushelle Tyler D., GUSSERT Cory P., Spinelli Stefano
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An embosser/laminator machine has an adhesive unit releasably connectable with a main frame structure of the machine, and a roll extractor configured to move a roll between the main frame structure and an exchange position between the main frame structure and the adhesive unit when the adhesive unit is spaced from the main frame structure during removal and installation of the roll. The sub-frame comprising the adhesive unit may be formed with a bearing cap that cooperates with the main frame structure such that when the adhesive unit is connected with the main frame structure, the roll is operatively secured to the machine between main frame structure and the sub-frame of the adhesive unit for normal operation of the machine. When the sub-frame comprising the adhesive unit is released and spaced from main frame structure, the roll may be removed from and installed into the main frame structure. 1. A method comprising:accessing a machine for processing a web of material wherein the machine has a main frame structure, a sub-frame releasably connectable with the main frame structure, and an extractor operatively connected with the main frame structure adapted and configured to move a roll of the machine between the main frame structure and an exchange position between the main frame structure and the sub-frame when the sub-frame is released from the main frame structure;disconnecting the sub-frame from main frame structure;moving the sub-frame from the main frame structure; andmoving the extractor to the exchange position between the moved away sub-frame and the main frame structure.2. The method of wherein the step of moving the extractor to the exchange position includes moving the roll of the machine from the main frame structure to the exchange position.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising removing the roll from the extractor with a crane with the extractor in the exchange position.4. The method of wherein the step of removing the roll from the extractor ...

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Номер записи: 92
06-10-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A PIN APPARATUS

Номер: US20160287408A1
Автор: Davenport Austen, Witt Tyler D.
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An acetabular guide system for placing a guide pin near an acetabulum, includes a patient specific acetabular guide including an interior surface and an exterior surface, the exterior surface being configured to have a geometry to register within the acetabulum of a specific patient, a first drill insert configured to be received by the guide at a first location, the first drill insert having a first longitudinal bore configured to be received concentrically in a guide bore of the guide, the guide bore extending exterior to the interior surface, a second drill insert configured to be fixed to a boney portion exterior to the acetabulum at a second location a predetermined distance from the first location, the second drill insert forming a second longitudinal bore, and a selectively removable alignment pin configured to be received by at least one of the first longitudinal bore and the second longitudinal bore. 1. An acetabular guide system for placing a guide pin near an acetabulum , comprising:a patient specific acetabular guide including an interior surface and an exterior surface, the exterior surface being configured to have a geometry to register within the acetabulum of a specific patient;a first drill insert configured to be received by the patient specific acetabular guide at a first location, the first drill insert having a first longitudinal bore configured to be received concentrically in a guide bore of the patient specific acetabular guide, the guide bore extending exterior to the interior surface;a second drill insert configured to be fixed to a boney portion exterior to the acetabulum at a second location a predetermined distance from the first location, the second drill insert forming a second longitudinal bore; anda selectively removable alignment pin configured to be received by at least one of the first longitudinal bore and the second longitudinal bore.2. The acetabular guide system of claim 1 , wherein the second drill insert includes a proximal ...

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Номер записи: 93
05-10-2017 дата публикации

EXTERNAL FEMALE URINE COLLECTION SYSTEM AND RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20170281399A1
Автор: Dykstra Matthew S., Edge Chelsea M., Farris John, Heuerman Andrew T., HOSSAIN MD MARUF, Johnson Brandon D., Keshavarzi Phillip N., Kramer Tyler D., Merritt Abby A., Morris Jill M., Sims Taylor S., Stark Amanda E., VanMiddendorp Eric Jon, Weaver Kevin T.
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An external urine collection system for collecting urine excreted by a female user through the female user's external urethral orifice includes a urinary assembly having a sleeve and a cup that define a collection chamber. The sleeve can be attached to an area around the female user's external urethral orifice by an adhesive. The cup can be coupled to the sleeve through a male connector and female connector that form a liquid tight seal between the sleeve and the cup. An outlet is defined by at least one of the sleeve and the cup for draining urine excreted by the user into the urinary assembly. 1. An external female urine collection system for urine excreted by a female user through the female user's external urethral orifice , the system comprising:a sleeve comprising an interface surface defining a first open end, the interface surface configured to be secured via an adhesive to an external surface of the female user to surround an external urethral orifice of the female user, distal from the external urethral orifice, the sleeve defining a second open end, opposite the first open end;a cup comprising a cup inlet removably joined with the sleeve about the second open end of the sleeve, a collection chamber;an outlet formed in at least one of the sleeve and the cup;a liquid tight seal comprising a male connector disposed on one of the sleeve, adjacent the second open end, and the cup inlet, and a female connector disposed on the other of the sleeve, adjacent the second open end and the cup inlet, the male connector being removably joined with the female connector so as to form the liquid tight seal therebetween; anda collection container fluidly coupled with the outlet via a tube,wherein the sleeve, cup, liquid tight seal, and collection chamber are configured so that urine excreted by the female user flows in a sealed, non-leaking manner through the first and second open ends of the sleeve to the collection chamber through the cup inlet and from the collection ...

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Номер записи: 94
20-08-2020 дата публикации

AGGREGATED PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS

Номер: US20200266759A1
Автор: Judkins Zachary S., LANCE Tamir, Newman Tyler D., Nguyen Thierry H., Okawa David C., Reagan Ryan
Принадлежит: SunPower Corporation

Photovoltaic panels may be aggregated in various ways and may be aggregated with the use of a backplane where the backplane comprises electrical connectors positioned to electrically connect the PV panels. The PV panels may have various sizes and shapes and may overlap one or more other PV panels or PV panels being aggregated. 1. A modular photovoltaic system comprising:a plurality of discrete photovoltaic panels, each of the panels comprising a photovoltaic cell; anda backplane, the backplane comprising a plurality of exposed electrical connectors, the electrical connectors positioned to electrically couple with at least one photovoltaic panel of the plurality of panels, the backplane further comprising a first electrical wire, the first electrical wire electrically connected to at least one of the exposed electrical connectors, andthe backplane positioned underneath one or more of the panels.2. The system of wherein the exposed electrical connectors are vias and wherein the backplane is a laminate.3. The system of further comprising a dummy panel claim 1 , the dummy panel devoid of PV cells and mechanically coupled to the backplane or to one or more photovoltaic panels or both.4. The system of further comprising: wherein the panels are positioned to overlap each other along at least one side,', 'wherein the panel sealing flap is positioned at an overlap of panels, and', 'wherein the sealing flap comprises a flexible area, the flexible area devoid of PV cells, the flexible area comprising electrical ribbon connectors., 'a panel sealing flap,'}5. The system of wherein the backplane has a front planar surface and a back planar surface and the distance between these planar surfaces is not greater than three inches.6. The system of wherein the backplane further comprises a second wire and a third wire claim 1 , each of these two wires connected to at least one of the exposed electrical connectors.7. The system of wherein the exposed electrical connector is a press fit ...

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Номер записи: 95
04-10-2018 дата публикации

Agricultural Harvester Auger Assembly

Номер: US20180279558A1
Автор: Brockel Tyler D., Cooksey William L., Coppinger Jason R., Murray Craig A., Reinecke Clay Alan, Veikle Eric E.
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An agricultural harvester includes an auger assembly including an auger having an auger shaft defining an axis of rotation and a fighting carried by the auger shaft, the auger being configured to rotate the fighting in a sweeping path about the axis of rotation and convey cleaned crop material toward the crop material elevator; an auger trough placed adjacent to the auger to hold crop material in the sweeping path; and an auger cover held above the sweeping path that is configured to direct flung crop material toward the auger and/or the auger trough. 1. An agricultural harvester , comprising:a chassis;a cleaning system carried by said chassis and configured to clean crop material;a crop material elevator carried by said chassis and supplied with cleaned crop material from said cleaning system; and an auger having an auger shaft defining an axis of rotation and a flighting carried by said auger shaft, said auger being configured to rotate said fighting in a sweeping path about said axis of rotation and convey cleaned crop material toward said crop material elevator;', 'an auger trough placed adjacent to said auger to hold crop material in said sweeping path; and', 'an auger cover held above said sweeping path and configured to direct flung crop material toward at least one of said auger and said auger trough., 'an auger assembly carried by said chassis and configured to supply cleaned crop material from said cleaning system to said crop material elevator, said auger assembly including2. The agricultural harvester according to claim 1 , wherein said auger cover has a substantially arced shape.3. The agricultural harvester according to claim 1 , wherein said auger assembly includes a first side wall and a second side wall claim 1 , said auger shaft and said auger cover both being mounted to at least one of said first side wall and said second side wall.4. The agricultural harvester according to claim 1 , wherein said auger trough and said auger cover define a front ...

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Номер записи: 96
04-10-2018 дата публикации

PRESSURE WASHER INCLUDING SPRAY GUN WITH MULTIPLE FLUID RESERVOIRS

Номер: US20180281001A1
Автор: Masters Tyler D., Serio Craig, Weid Kyler
Принадлежит: Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Systems and apparatuses include a prime mover, a pump driven by the prime mover, and a sprayer receiving a flow of water from the pump. The sprayer includes a sprayer housing, a first fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing, a second fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing, a chemical selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a first chemical position and a second chemical position, a high pressure selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a high pressure position and a chemical spray position, and a nozzle assembly in communication with the chemical selector and the high pressure selector. 1. A pressure washer , comprising:a prime mover;a pump driven by the prime mover; and a sprayer housing,', 'a first fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing,', 'a second fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing,', 'a chemical selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a first chemical position and a second chemical position,', 'a high pressure selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a high pressure position and a chemical spray position, and', 'a nozzle assembly in communication with the chemical selector and the high pressure selector., 'a sprayer receiving a flow of water from the pump and including'}2. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle assembly further includes a high pressure insert and a chemical insert claim 1 , andwherein when the high pressure selector is arranged in the high pressure position, the high pressure insert is not in fluid communication with the chemical selector.3. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein the chemical selector is further moveable to a no-chemical position claim 1 , andwherein when the chemical selector is arranged in the no-chemical position, fluid flow is inhibited between the first fluid reservoir, the second fluid reservoir, and the nozzle assembly.4. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein when the chemical selector is in ...

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Номер записи: 97
22-10-2015 дата публикации

NON-VENTED VIAL ACCESS SYRINGE

Номер: US20150297460A1
Автор: MANSOUR George M., PANIAN Tyler D.
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A syringe includes a plunger having a plunger tube with proximal and distal ends, a center tube with a center passage that extends within the plunger tube, and a balloon disposed over the center tube and sealingly fixed to at least one of the center tube and the plunger tube. The syringe also includes a barrel having a barrel tube having proximal and distal ends and an interior configured to accept a portion of the plunger, a tip fixedly coupled to the proximal end of the barrel tube, a post fixedly attached to the tip and extending within the barrel tube toward the distal end, the tip configured to partially extend into the center passage of the plunger, and a gas passage extending from a proximal end of the tip to the distal end of the post. 1. A syringe comprising:a barrel comprising (a) a barrel tube having a proximal end, a distal end, and an interior; (b) a post coupled to the proximal end and extending partially into the interior toward the distal end; (c) a first fluid passage extending from the proximal end of the barrel tube into the interior; and (d) a second fluid passage extending from the proximal end of the barrel tube through the post; anda plunger comprising (a) a plunger tube partially disposed in the barrel tube such that the post extends into the proximal end of the plunger tube and (b) a flexible member coupled to the proximal end of the plunger tube, wherein the flexible member is in fluid communication with the second fluid passage;wherein the proximal end of the barrel tube and the proximal end of the plunger tube define therebetween a first fluid volume that is configured to hold fluid and is in fluid communication with the first fluid passage.2. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein a center tube is coupled to the proximal end of the plunger tube claim 1 , the center tube having center passage configured to receive the post.3. The syringe of claim 1 , wherein the proximal end of the barrel tube comprises a tip claim 1 , the first fluid passage ...

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Номер записи: 98
05-11-2015 дата публикации

REMOVABLE TROUGHS FOR A CLEANING SYSTEM OF AN AGRICULTURAL HARVESTER

Номер: US20150313085A1
Автор: Brockel Tyler D., Cooksey William L., Coppinger Jason R., MURRAY CRAIG E.
Принадлежит: CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC

A cleaning system for use in an agricultural harvester includes a sieve and an auger arrangement positioned below the sieve. The auger arrangement includes an auger, an end plate carrying the auger and having a curved slot positioned radially outside of the auger, a deformable seal associated with the curved slot, a trough having an inner side wall, and an elongate removable pull out which is slidable through the curved slot adjacent to the inner side wall. The removable pull out and the deformable seal together being configured to prevent exit and entry of loose particles through the curved slot. 1. A cleaning system for use in an agricultural harvester , comprising:a sieve; andan auger arrangement positioned below said sieve, said auger arrangement including an auger, an end plate carrying said auger and having a curved slot positioned radially outside of the auger, a deformable seal associated with said curved slot, a trough having an inner side wall, and an elongate removable pull out which is slidable through said curved slot adjacent to said inner side wall, said removable pull out and said deformable seal together being configured to prevent exit and entry of loose particles through said curved slot.2. The cleaning system according to claim 1 , wherein said trough has a channel formed on said inner side wall configured to surround a portion of said removable pull out.3. The cleaning system according to claim 2 , further including a spacer attached to said inner side wall and a channel wall attached to said spacer claim 2 , said inner side wall claim 2 , said spacer and said channel wall forming said channel.4. The cleaning system according to claim 2 , wherein said removable pull out has an edge with at least one serration formed thereon.5. The cleaning system according to claim 4 , wherein said at least one serration extends away from said edge.6. The cleaning system according to claim 4 , wherein said at least one serration is configured to remove impacted ...

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Номер записи: 99
26-10-2017 дата публикации

Production of glucan polymers from alternate sucrose sources

Номер: US20170306374A1
Автор: Brian D. Mather, Dean M. Fake, Jennifer S. OVENTAL, Negash ADUGNA, Susan Marie Hennessey, Tyler D. PRITCHETT, Wayne ATKINSON
Принадлежит: EI Du Pont de Nemours and Co

Reaction solutions are disclosed herein comprising water, incompletely refined sucrose, and a glucosyltransferase enzyme that synthesizes insoluble poly alpha-1,3-glucan having at least 50% alpha-1,3 glycosidic linkages and a weight average degree of polymerization (DP w ) of at least 100. The yield of poly alpha-1,3-glucan by a reaction solution herein is at least 7% of the weight of sucrose that was converted in the reaction solution. Further disclosed are methods of producing poly alpha-1,3-glucan using incompletely refined sucrose, and poly alpha-1,3-glucan produced by these methods.

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Номер записи: 100