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10,878,121 | ACCEPTED | Method and apparatus of recording data in the optical recording medium | An optical recording medium record/playback apparatus manages defective areas in a rewritable optical recording medium. A linear replacement control (LRC) bit is added to a secondary defective list (SDL) entry to discriminate defective block information listed in the SDL entry, according to a linear replacement algorit... | 1. A data structure for defect management information recorded on an optical recording medium, or to be recorded or reproduced on or from an optical recording medium by a reproducing or recording device, wherein the defect management information includes at least one of first, second or third entries, the first entry i... | The present application is a divisional of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/359,646 filed on Jul. 26, 1999 for which priority is claimed under 35 U.S.C. § 120; and the present application claims priority of Patent Application No. 1998-30320 filed in the Republic of Korea on Jul. 28, 1998; Patent Applicati... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an optical recording medium which allows rewriting, and more particularly to a method and apparatus of recording data in the optical recording medium, wherein defect areas can be managed. 2. Description of Related Art An ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to solve at least the problems and disadvantages of the related art. An object of the present invention is to provide an optical disc and a defect management method for managing defect of the optical disc according to whether a repl... | 20040629 | 20080527 | 20050127 | 59198.0 | 1 | TRUONG, LOAN | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF RECORDING DATA IN THE OPTICAL RECORDING MEDIUM | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,311 | ACCEPTED | Liquid crystal display device and method of fabricating the same | A method of fabricating a liquid crystal display device includes forming an active pattern and a data line on a substrate, forming a first insulating layer on the data line, forming a second insulating layer on the substrate, forming a gate electrode on the second insulating layer above the active pattern, forming a th... | 1. A method of fabricating a liquid crystal display device, comprising: forming an active pattern and a data line on a substrate; forming a first insulating layer on the data line; forming a second insulating layer on the substrate; forming a gate electrode on the second insulating layer above the active pattern; formi... | The present invention claims the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 2003-095760, filed in Korea on Dec. 23, 2003, which is hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a display device and a method of fabricating a display device, and mor... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a display device and a method of fabricating a display device, and more particularly, to a liquid crystal display (LCD) device and a method of fabrication an LCD device. 2. Description of the Related Art As the need for v... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, the present invention is directed to an LCD device and a method of fabricating an LCD device that substantially obviates one or more the problems due to limitations and disadvantages of the related art. An object of the present invention is to provide an LCD device fabr... | 20040629 | 20070508 | 20050623 | 72809.0 | 0 | NGUYEN, DUNG T | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY DEVICE AND METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,477 | ACCEPTED | Programmable calibration circuit for power supply current sensing and droop loss compensation | A circuit for regulating power is disclosed. The present invention provides circuits and methods for current sensing variations, static droop settings, mismatched phase outputs, and temperature variations in a multiphase power regulator. The circuits may include a calibration controller that senses and regulates both a... | 1. A circuit comprising: a regulator circuit and a calibration control circuit, wherein said calibration control circuit includes a controller, an interface with nonvolatile memory, droop outputs, sense outputs, load voltage input, and temperature input; wherein said nonvolatile memory stores calibration data; said cal... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims the benefit, under 35 U.S.C. §119, of U.S. provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,105, filed 30 Jun. 2003, the entire contents and substance of which is hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Multi-phase voltage regulators are commo... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Multi-phase voltage regulators are commonly used over single-phase regulators because they produce higher current output, faster transient responses, and more efficient applications in microprocessor power supplies. Due to discrete components and power device mismatches, the load... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>One embodiment of the present invention may be a circuit comprising a regulator circuit and a calibration control circuit. The calibration control circuit includes a controller, an interface with nonvolatile memory, droop outputs, sense outputs, load voltage input, and temperature i... | 20040629 | 20060411 | 20050203 | 72121.0 | 1 | TSAI, CAROL S W | PROGRAMMABLE CALIBRATION CIRCUIT FOR POWER SUPPLY CURRENT SENSING AND DROOP LOSS COMPENSATION | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,623 | ACCEPTED | Nanoparticulate megestrol formulations | The present invention is directed to nanoparticulate compositions comprising megestrol. The megestrol particles of the composition have an effective average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. | 1. A megestrol nanoparticulate composition comprising: (a) particles of megestrol, megestrol acetate, or a salt thereof; and (b) associated with the surface thereof at least one surface stabilizer, wherein the megestrol particles have an effective average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. 2. The composition of ... | This application is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/412,669 filed April, 14, 2003, which claims the priority benefit of U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/371,680, filed Apr. 12, 2002, and U.S. provisional patent application No. 60/430,348, filed Dec. 3, 2002. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The p... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A. Background Regarding Nanoparticulate Compositions Nanoparticulate compositions, first described in U.S. Pat. No. 5,145,684 (“the '684 patent”), are particles consisting of a poorly soluble therapeutic or diagnostic agent having adsorbed onto the surface thereof a non-crosslink... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention relates to nanoparticulate megestrol compositions. The compositions comprise megestrol and preferably at least one surface stabilizer associated with the surface of the megestrol particles. The nanoparticulate megestrol particles have an effective average particle size... | 20040629 | 20150811 | 20050113 | 69361.0 | 1 | SASAN, ARADHANA | NANOPARTICULATE MEGESTROL FORMULATIONS | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,632 | ACCEPTED | Tetracyclic compounds as c-Met inhibitors | The present invention relates to compounds of the Formulae (I) and (II), wherein R1—R10 and G are defined herein, and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts. These compounds modulate the activity of c-Met and are therefore expected to be useful in the prevention and treatment of c-Met related disorders such as cancer. | 1. A compound of the formula I: wherein: R1 is an aryl or heteroaryl group, wherein said aryl or heteroaryl group is unsubstituted or optionally substituted with one or more substituents selected from the group consisting of halogen, —OH, —OR8, —COR8, —COOR8,—CONR8R9, —NR8R9, —CN, —NO2, —S(O)2R8, —SO2NR8R9, —CF3, lower... | This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,222, filed Jul. 2, 2003, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The following is offered as background information only and is not admitted to be prior art to the present... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The following is offered as background information only and is not admitted to be prior art to the present invention. Protein kinases (“PKs”) are enzymes that catalyze the phosphorylation of hydroxy groups on tyrosine, serine and threonine residues of proteins. The consequences o... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention relates to a compound of the formula I: wherein: R 1 is an aryl or heteroaryl group, wherein said aryl or heteroaryl group is unsubstituted or optionally substituted with one or more substituents selected from the group consisting of halogen, —OH, —OR 8 , —COR 8, —COOR... | 20040629 | 20060502 | 20050120 | 59393.0 | 0 | BALASUBRAMANIAN, VENKATARAMAN | TETRACYCLIC COMPOUNDS AS C-MET INHIBITORS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,833 | ACCEPTED | Sleeve-like knitted structure for use as a castliner | A castliner in the form of a three-dimensionally knitted sleeve comprises a microdenier yarn, and/or a spandex yarn, in particular, a spandex yarn having a flatter stress-strain curve than traditional spandex yarns. The use of the microdenier yarn contributes to the superior cushioning effect. The stretch and recovery ... | 1. A castliner for use beneath an orthopedic cast comprising a microdenier yarn. 2. The castliner of claim 1, wherein the castliner further comprises spandex yarn. 3. The castliner of claim 2, wherein the spandex yarn comprises about 2 to about 20 percent by weight of the castliner. 4. The castliner of claim 2, wherein... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application claims benefit of priority from Provisional Application No. 60/484,445 filed Jul. 2, 2003. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a castliner, and particularly to a sleeve-like knitted structure, for use as a castliner having superior cushioning a... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is known to employ a cotton knit sock (e.g., single jersey knit) as a first layer and cotton or poly/cotton webbing for cushioning (also called padding) as a second layer under a hard shell casting material. Known casting materials are either of fiberglass or plaster-of-paris.... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a castliner in the form of a three-dimensionally knitted tubing for use beneath an orthopedic cast with enhanced cushioning and comfortable conformance to the body. In addition, the sleeve-like knitted castliner of the present invention may provide enh... | 20040628 | 20060103 | 20050203 | 64810.0 | 0 | DOSTER GREENE, DINNATIA JO | SLEEVE-LIKE KNITTED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS A CASTLINER | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,878,855 | ACCEPTED | Federated identity brokering | A method, system and apparatus for federated identity brokering. In accordance with the present invention, a credential processing gateway can be disposed between one or more logical services and one or more service requesting clients in a computer communications network. Acting as a proxy and a trusted authority to th... | 1. A federated identity brokering method comprising the steps of: intercepting a service request targeting a specific logical service; comparing a security credential associated with said service request to credential requirements specified by said specific logical service; modifying said security credential to comport... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Statement of the Technical Field The present invention relates to federated identity management, and more particularly to brokering federated identities in a computer communications network. 2. Description of the Related Art Logical services such as Web services represent the leading edge... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Statement of the Technical Field The present invention relates to federated identity management, and more particularly to brokering federated identities in a computer communications network. 2. Description of the Related Art Logical services such as Web services represent the ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention addresses the deficiencies of the art in respect to the federation of identity in a computer communications network and provides a novel and non-obvious method, system and apparatus for the dynamic transformation of credential formats and for the exchange of cr... | 20040628 | 20090825 | 20060126 | 80822.0 | H04L932 | 0 | PERUNGAVOOR, VENKATANARAY | FEDERATED IDENTITY BROKERING | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | H04L | 2,004 | |
10,878,883 | ACCEPTED | Multi-modality diagnostic imager | According to some embodiments, a multimodality diagnostic imaging system having one or more gamma cameras and a flat panel x-ray detector mounted on a common gantry to perform simultaneous FPCT and SPECT studies. In other embodiments, such systems may included EKG devices to gate said studies. | 1. A multimodality diagnostic imaging system, comprising: a gantry having a receiving aperture; at least one gamma ray detector mounted for rotation around the receiving aperture; an x-ray tube mounted for rotation around the receiving aperture; a flat panel x-ray detector mounted for rotation around the receiving aper... | CROSS REFERENCE TO A RELATED APPLICATION This application claims benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. section 119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/483,567 filed Jun. 27, 2003 which is hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to, inter alia, diagnostic ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to, inter alia, diagnostic imaging systems, and, in particular to a diagnostic imaging system using multiple modalities. More particularly, some preferred embodiments of the invention relate to methods and apparatuses for the using of digita... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS <EOH>The preferred embodiments of the present invention can significantly improve upon existing methods and/or apparatuses. According to some embodiments of the invention, a multimodality diagnostic imaging system having one or more gamma cameras and a flat panel x-ray detect... | 20040628 | 20060711 | 20050203 | 75457.0 | 0 | TANINGCO, MARCUS H | MULTI-MODALITY DIAGNOSTIC IMAGER | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,099 | ACCEPTED | Toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces with self-compensation | A toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces includes a box-shaped body which supports a clamping member movable between a forward disengaging position and a backward position for clamping the work piece. The device also includes control elements operatively connected to the clamping member by elements of an... | 1. Toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces, of the type comprising: a box-shaped body having a longitudinal axis; at least one hook-shaped clamping member which partially protrudes from an elongated aperture at a fore end of said box-shaped body, said clamping member being movably supported between a forw... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION This invention concerns a toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces, used in particular for underbody tightening and/or centering sheet metal parts in the manufacturing of motor vehicles, or for other similar uses. STATE OF THE ART In general, toggle-lever clamping devices are kn... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>This invention concerns a toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces, used in particular for underbody tightening and/or centering sheet metal parts in the manufacturing of motor vehicles, or for other similar uses. | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The above can be achieved by means of a toggle-lever clamping device for clamping work pieces, of the type comprising: a box-shaped body having a longitudinal axis; at least one hook-shaped movable clamping member which partially protrudes from an elongated aperture at a f... | 20040630 | 20051220 | 20050127 | 63405.0 | 0 | WILSON, LEE D | TOGGLE-LEVER CLAMPING DEVICE FOR CLAMPING WORK PIECES WITH SELF-COMPENSATION | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,133 | ACCEPTED | Method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device | A method for conductive line of semiconductor device is disclosed. A cobalt silicide layer is formed on an impurity junction region exposed through a contact hole. The cobalt silicide layer stabilizes a contact resistance so that the contact resistance of the impurity junction region does not vary in subsequent thermal... | 1. A method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device, comprising the steps of: forming a lower insulating film on a semiconductor substrate including a gate electrode and an impurity junction region; etching the lower insulating film to form a first contact hole exposing a top surface of the gate electrode a... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device, and in particular to an improved method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device which provides improved contact resistance characteristics. 2. Description of the... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device, and in particular to an improved method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device which provides improved contact resistance characteristics. 2. Descri... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide method for forming conductive line of semiconductor device wherein a cobalt silicide layer is formed on a surface of a source/drain region to stabilize contact characteristics and improve reliability of the device. In ... | 20040630 | 20060905 | 20050630 | 60221.0 | 1 | THAI, LUAN C | METHOD FOR FORMING CONDUCTIVE LINE OF SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,218 | ACCEPTED | Model-based synthesis of band moire images for authenticating security documents and valuable products | The present invention relies on a band moiré image layout model capable of predicting the band moiré image layer layout produced when superposing a base band grating layer of a given layout and revealing line grating layer of a given layout. Both the base band grating layer and the revealing line grating layer may have... | 1. A method for authenticating devices subject to counterfeiting attempts, said devices being selected from the set of security documents and valuable products, the method comprising the steps of: a) superposing a device with a base layer comprising a base band grating and a revealing layer comprising a revealing line ... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to the field of anti-counterfeiting and authentication methods and devices and, more particularly, to methods, security devices and apparatuses for authenticating documents and valuable products by band moiré patterns. Counterfeiting of documents such ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates generally to the field of anti-counterfeiting and authentication methods and devices and, more particularly, to methods, security devices and apparatuses for authenticating documents and valuable products by band moiré patterns. Counterfeiting of doc... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>The present invention relates to the protection of devices which may be subject to counterfeiting attempts. Such devices comprise security documents such as banknotes, checks, trust papers, securities, identification cards, passports, travel documents, tickets, valuable business documents and valuab... | 20040630 | 20100706 | 20060105 | 83155.0 | G09B1918 | 0 | THOMAS, MIA M | MODEL-BASED SYNTHESIS OF BAND MOIRE IMAGES FOR AUTHENTICATING SECURITY DOCUMENTS AND VALUABLE PRODUCTS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G09B | 2,004 | |
10,879,254 | ACCEPTED | Error Protection For Lookup Operations in Content-Addressable Memory Entries | Error protection for lookup operations in a content-addressable memory (CAM) entries is disclosed. Values extended to include error protection or error protection fields are stored in CAM entries and a lookup operation is performed on a similarly extended lookup word to determine whether or not an entry is matched, tha... | 1. A method for identifying matching values in a content-addressable memory, the method comprising: determining a plurality of extended values based on a plurality of values, each of the plurality of extend values including a particular value of the plurality values and an error-correcting or error-detecting code gener... | TECHNICAL FIELD One embodiment of the invention relates to communications and computer systems, especially networked routers, packet switching systems, and other devices; and more particularly, one embodiment relates to error protection for lookup operations in a content-addressable memory entries; and more particularl... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>The communications industry is rapidly changing to adjust to emerging technologies and ever increasing customer demand. This customer demand for new applications and increased performance of existing applications is driving communications network and system providers to employ networks and system... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>Disclosed are, inter alia, methods, apparatus, data structures, computer-readable media, mechanisms, and means for providing error protection for lookup operations in a content-addressable memory (CAM) entries. One embodiment stores values extended to include error-protection or error-protection fie... | 20040629 | 20071030 | 20051229 | 93715.0 | 0 | ELMORE, STEPHEN C | ERROR PROTECTION FOR LOOKUP OPERATIONS IN CONTENT-ADDRESSABLE MEMORY ENTRIES | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,286 | ACCEPTED | Standoff for use with uncoiled bare wire and insulated runs of an open coil electric resistance heater, method of use, and an open coil resistance heater using the standoff | An open coil resistance heater uses one or more standoffs to engage and support the generally straight or uncoiled run of bare or insulated wire that is part of the resistance wire of the heater. The standoff has slots, which are sized to engage the bare or insulated wires for support purposes, and is removably mountab... | 1. In an open coil electric resistance heater having at least one resistance wire element for heating, a coiled portion of the resistance wire element being supported by a plurality of insulators, with the plurality of insulators being supported by a frame, the at least one resistance wire element including at least on... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention is directed to a standoff for use in an open coil electric resistance heater, and in particular to a standoff that engages uncoiled portions of the electrical resistance wire of the heater to minimize shorting or grounding conditions. BACKGROUND ART The use of a single resis... | <SOH> BACKGROUND ART <EOH>The use of a single resistance wire formed into a helical coil for use in electric resistance heating either for heating moving air, for radiant heating or for convection heating is well known in the prior art. In one type of heater, the resistance coils are energized to heat air passing over... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is a first object of the invention to provide an improved open coil resistance heater. It is another object of the invention to provide an open coil resistance heater that uses one or more standoffs that support uncoiled wire runs, particularly wire leads of the heater. Yet anoth... | 20040630 | 20060711 | 20060105 | 68386.0 | H05B306 | 0 | PATEL, VINOD D | STANDOFF FOR USE WITH UNCOILED BARE WIRE AND INSULATED RUNS OF AN OPEN COIL ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEATER, METHOD OF USE, AND AN OPEN COIL RESISTANCE HEATER USING THE STANDOFF | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | H05B | 2,004 | |
10,879,335 | ACCEPTED | Methods for driving electro-optic displays | An electro-optic display, having at least one pixel capable of achieving any one of at least four different gray levels including two extreme optical states, is driven by displaying a first image on the display, and rewriting the display to display a second image thereon, wherein, during the rewriting of the display, a... | 1. A method for driving an electro-optic display having at least one pixel capable of achieving any one of at least four different gray levels including two extreme optical states, the method comprising: displaying a first image on the display; and rewriting the display to display a second image thereon, wherein, durin... | REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims benefit of the following Provisional Applications: (a) Ser. No. 60/481,040, filed Jun. 30, 2003; (b) Ser. No. 60/481,053, filed Jul. 2, 2003; and (c) Ser. No. 60/481,405, filed Sep. 22, 2003. This application is also a continuation-in-part of copending applicati... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF INVENTION <EOH>This invention relates to methods for driving electro-optic displays. The methods of the present invention are especially, though not exclusively, intended for use in driving bistable electrophoretic displays. The term “electro-optic” as applied to a material or a display, is used he... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, in one aspect, this invention provides a method for driving an electro-optic display having at least one pixel capable of achieving any one of at least four different gray levels including two extreme optical states. The method comprises: displaying a first image on the dis... | 20040629 | 20090505 | 20050203 | 96705.0 | 0 | SHERMAN, STEPHEN G | METHODS FOR DRIVING ELECTRO-OPTIC DISPLAYS | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,586 | ACCEPTED | System and method for transferring data in high latency firewalled networks | A system and method are provided for establishing multiple parallel connections between a client and a server on a single server port. Data may be transferred on the multiple parallel connections between the server and the client through an opening in a network firewall that corresponds to the single server port. A con... | 1. A method of increasing data transfer rates in a network including a firewall, the method comprising: receiving a connection request from a client for a plurality of parallel connections to a specified server process operating at a server, the connection request received at the server on a communication port; transmi... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The invention generally relates to systems and methods of increasing data transfer rates in high-latency networks with firewalls. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Users of networked computer systems desire to transfer data reliably and efficiently to and from other networked computer systems. The Tran... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Users of networked computer systems desire to transfer data reliably and efficiently to and from other networked computer systems. The Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) provides the ability to,send and receive data to and from various TCP/IP networked computer ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention generally relates to a system and method of decreasing latency and increasing data transfer rates in a network including a firewall. According to one aspect of the invention, multiple parallel connections may be established between a client and a server using a single ... | 20040630 | 20090428 | 20060302 | 75834.0 | G06F1516 | 0 | AVELLINO, JOSEPH E | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING DATA IN HIGH LATENCY FIREWALLED NETWORKS | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,879,588 | ACCEPTED | Bandpass filter with integrated variable gain function using improved resistor array | The invention enables a gain adjustment in a receiver to improve signal quality by varying resistance of an input resistor array of a bandpass filter, the array having a plurality of resistors in series with switches that out of the path of the current when the resistors are in use. | 1. A method, comprising: filtering a signal with a bandpass filter; measuring the signal to noise ratio of the filtered signal; and adjusting the bandpass filter to increase the gain if the signal to noise ratio is insufficient by varying resistance of an input resistor array of the filter, the array having a plurality... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application is a continuation-in-part of, and incorporates by reference, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/840,271, filed May 7, 2004, entitled “Bandpass Filter With Integrated Variable Gain Function” by inventor Meng-An Pan, which is a continuation-in-part of, and incorpor... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>1. Technical Field This invention relates generally to wireless communication systems, and more particularly, but not exclusively, to a bandpass filter with integrated variable gain function. 2. Description of the Related Art Communication systems are known to support wireless and wire lined comm... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>Embodiments of the invention incorporate variable gain settings in a bandpass filter such that gain is less dependent on the switch on resistance. In an embodiment of the invention, a system comprises a bandpass filter and a baseband circuit coupled together. The bandpass filter filters a received s... | 20040630 | 20080520 | 20051006 | 86496.0 | 0 | LE, LANA N | BANDPASS FILTER WITH INTEGRATED VARIABLE GAIN FUNCTION USING IMPROVED RESISTOR ARRAY | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,640 | ACCEPTED | Apparatus for distributing content objects to a personalized access point of a user over a network-based environment and method | An apparatus is provided for distributing content objects to a personalized access point of a user over a network-based environment. The apparatus includes a server, a selection client, and a retrieval client. The server includes a database operative to store indicia associated with at least one content object and furt... | 1. An apparatus for distributing content objects to a personalized access point of a user over a network based environment, comprising: a server including a database operative to store indicia associated with at least one content object and further operative to store user identifiers as well as information about which ... | RELATED PATENT DATA This patent application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/569,361, filed May 11, 2000, entitled “Apparatus for Distributing Information Over a Network-Based Environment, Method of Distributing Information to Users, and Method for Associating Content Objects With a ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The storage and retrieval of information has evolved from storing and retrieving information in textbooks and libraries, to storing and retrieving information from online networks such as the Internet. More particularly, the recent adoption and acceptance of online networks such ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A system and method are provided to document and quantify demand for particular information that is a requested by an individual user by sampling a worldwide user community by way of a networked system. Accordingly, user demand is aggregated in order to learn what information is des... | 20040628 | 20090407 | 20050127 | 95521.0 | 5 | PARRY, CHRISTOPHER L | APPARATUS FOR DISTRIBUTING CONTENT OBJECTS TO A PERSONALIZED ACCESS POINT OF A USER OVER A NETWORK-BASED ENVIRONMENT AND METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,671 | ACCEPTED | Method for manufacturing flash memory device and flash memory device | The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same. In the present invention, an annealing process of a tunnel insulating film is performed at a relatively low temperature to optimize the threshold voltage of a NHVN transistor. Furthermor... | 1. A method for manufacturing a flash memory device, comprising the steps of: forming a tunnel insulating film on a semiconductor substrate; forming a first polysilicon film on the insulating film; forming a pad nitride film on the first polysilicon film; forming a trench by selectively etching the pad nitride film, th... | BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same, and more specifically, to a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same, which can improve the ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same, and more specifically, to a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same, which can ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, the present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a method for manufacturing a flash memory device and a flash memory device manufactured by the same, in which the quality of a tunnel insulating fi... | 20041018 | 20060801 | 20051020 | 77616.0 | 0 | TSAI, HUI JEY | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING FLASH MEMORY DEVICE AND FLASH MEMORY DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,703 | ACCEPTED | Gallium nitride materials and methods associated with the same | Semiconductor materials including a gallium nitride material region and methods associated with such structures are provided. The semiconductor structures include a strain-absorbing layer formed within the structure. The strain-absorbing layer may be formed between the substrate (e.g., a silicon substrate) and an overl... | 1-32. (canceled) 33. A semiconductor structure comprising: a semiconductor material region; a strain-absorbing layer formed on the semiconductor material region; and a nitride-based material layer formed directly on the strain-absorbing layer, wherein the misfit dislocation density in the nitride-based material layer i... | FIELD OF INVENTION The invention relates generally to gallium nitride materials and, more particularly, to gallium nitride material-based structures including a strain-absorbing layer, as well as methods associated with the same. BACKGROUND OF INVENTION Gallium nitride materials include gallium nitride (GaN) and its al... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF INVENTION <EOH>Gallium nitride materials include gallium nitride (GaN) and its alloys such as aluminum gallium nitride (AlGaN), indium gallium nitride (InGaN), and aluminum indium gallium nitride (AlInGaN). These materials are semiconductor compounds that have a relatively wide, direct bandgap whic... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF INVENTION <EOH>The invention provides semiconductor structures including structures that comprise a gallium nitride material region and a strain-absorbing layer, as well as methods associated with the same. In one embodiment, a semiconductor structure is provided. The structure comprises a silicon sub... | 20040628 | 20080304 | 20051229 | 86613.0 | 0 | TRAN, TAN N | GALLIUM NITRIDE MATERIALS AND METHODS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SAME | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,724 | ACCEPTED | Adaptive de-interlacing method and apparatus based on phase corrected field, and recording medium storing programs for executing the adaptive de-interlacing method | There is disclosed an adaptive de-interlacing method and apparatus based on a phase corrected field of an input interlaced picture signal, and a recording medium storing computer programs for executing the method. The method includes: generating a phase corrected kth field by compensating a phase of the kth field of th... | 1. An adaptive de-interlacing method based on a phase corrected field of an input interlaced picture signal comprising: generating a phase corrected kth field of the input interlaced picture signal by compensating a phase of the kth field of the input interlaced picture signal by 1 line frequency; calculating a first m... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION This application claims the priority of Korean Patent Application No. 2003-53888, filed on Aug. 4, 2003, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an appa... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>This application claims the priority of Korean Patent Application No. 2003-53888, filed on Aug. 4, 2003, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relate... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides an adaptive de-interlacing method and apparatus to exactly detect motion information and minimize a serration phenomenon after de-interlacing, by using a phase corrected field which corrects a phase of a corresponding inserted field for converting an i... | 20040630 | 20071023 | 20050210 | 67870.0 | 0 | KOSTAK, VICTOR R | ADAPTIVE DE-INTERLACING METHOD AND APPARATUS BASED ON PHASE CORRECTED FIELD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM STORING PROGRAMS FOR EXECUTING THE ADAPTIVE DE-INTERLACING METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,735 | ACCEPTED | Device for applying a cap on the neck of a bottle or similar container, gripping assembly forming part of this device, and method to be performed by this device | A device for applying a cap on the neck of a bottle or similar container comprises an applying head movable along an axis and provided with an assembly for gripping the cap having a tubular body with an end mouth which is adapted to receive and hold within it the cap. Inside said tubular body is mounted freely slidable... | 1. A device for applying a cap on the neck of a bottle or similar container, comprising an applying head movable along an axis and provided with an assembly for gripping the cap having a tubular body with an end mouth which is adapted to receive and hold within it the cap, and in which inside said tubular body is mount... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to devices for applying a stopper or cap on the neck of a bottle or similar container, of the type comprising an applying head movable along an axis and provided with an assembly for gripping the cap having a tubular body with an end mouth for receiving and hold... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to devices for applying a stopper or cap on the neck of a bottle or similar container, of the type comprising an applying head movable along an axis and provided with an assembly for gripping the cap having a tubular body with an end mouth for receiv... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The main object of the present invention therefore is to provide a device of the type set out at the start of the present description which is capable of overcoming the aforementioned drawbacks. An additional object of the invention is to provide a device of the type set out above, ... | 20040630 | 20080527 | 20050825 | 66621.0 | 0 | PARADISO, JOHN ROGER | DEVICE FOR APPLYING A CAP ON THE NECK OF A BOTTLE OR SIMILAR CONTAINER, GRIPPING ASSEMBLY FORMING PART OF THIS DEVICE, AND METHOD TO BE PERFORMED BY THIS DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,743 | ACCEPTED | Vehicular hood structure and vehicle body front portion structure | In order to archive to improve impact absorbing efficiency and lower production costs, a vehicular hood structure comprising an outer member configuring a vehicle body outer side surface of a hood and an inner member disposed at the inner side of the outer member, wherein the vehicular hood structure includes a front e... | 1. A vehicular hood structure comprising an outer member configuring a vehicle body outer side surface of a hood and an inner member disposed at the inner side of the outer member, wherein the vehicular hood structure includes a front end portion inner member configuring a front end portion of the inner member, a rear ... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application claims priority under 35 USC 119 from Japanese Patent Applications Nos. 2003-189499, 2003-191695 and 2003-193382 the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a vehicular hood structure and a vehicle body front portion structure, and in particular to a vehicular hood structure and a vehicle body front portion structure that protects a collision body at the time of a collision i... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In consideration of the above-described facts, it is an object of the present invention to provide a vehicular hood structure with which it is possible to improve impact absorbing efficiency and lower production costs. It is another object of the invention to provide a vehicular hoo... | 20040630 | 20060530 | 20050106 | 81016.0 | 0 | MORROW, JASON S | VEHICULAR HOOD STRUCTURE AND VEHICLE BODY FRONT PORTION STRUCTURE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,824 | ACCEPTED | Internal connection dental implant | An internal connection dental implant and implant assembly in which the implant includes a lobed configuration for installing the implant and a beveled surface positioned on the proximal side of the lobed configuration for providing stability between the implant and a corresponding abutment. | 1. A dental implant comprising: a body having a longitudinal axis, a distal end and an open proximal end; implant retaining means provided on an external portion of said body; an internal bore provided within a portion of said body, said internal bore having a proximal end at the open proximal end of said body and a di... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to the field of dental implants and more specifically to an internal connection implant. The invention also relates to the combination of an internal connection implant and a complementary abutment. 2. Description of the Prior... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to the field of dental implants and more specifically to an internal connection implant. The invention also relates to the combination of an internal connection implant and a complementary abutment. 2. Description ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to a dental implant and combination dental implant and abutment assembly and more specifically to an internal connection dental implant and combined internal connection implant and abutment assembly. In general, the dental implant of the present inventi... | 20040629 | 20070731 | 20051229 | 91128.0 | 1 | WEHNER, CARY ELLEN | INTERNAL CONNECTION DENTAL IMPLANT | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,837 | ACCEPTED | System and method for protecting a computing device from computer exploits delivered over a networked environment in a secured communication | A network security module for protecting computing devices connected to a communication network from identified security threats communicated in a secured communication is presented. The network security module is interposed, either logically or physically, between the protected computer and the communication network. ... | 1. A network security module, interposed between a computing device and a network such that all network activities between the computing device and the network pass through the network security module, for protecting the computing device from an identified security threat on the network, the network security module com... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/544,772, filed Feb. 13, 2004. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a system and method for protecting a computing device from computer exploits delivered over a networked environment in a... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>As more and more computers, and other computing devices, are inter-connected through various networks, such as the Internet, computer security has become increasingly more important, particularly from invasions or attacks delivered over a network or over an information stream. As... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In accordance with aspects of the present invention, a network security module interposed between a computing device and a network, for protecting the computing device from an identified security threat over the network is presented. The network security module is positioned such th... | 20040629 | 20100511 | 20050818 | 62970.0 | 0 | NOBAHAR, ABDULHAKIM | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROTECTING A COMPUTING DEVICE FROM COMPUTER EXPLOITS DELIVERED OVER A NETWORKED ENVIRONMENT IN A SECURED COMMUNICATION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,879,863 | ACCEPTED | Tissue homogenizer | A tissue homogenizer. The tissue homogenizer comprises a first chamber, a pair of blades, a first filter and a second filter. The first chamber has a first opening and a second opening. The blades are disposed in the first chamber. The first filter is disposed in the first chamber between the first opening and the blad... | 1. A tissue homogenizer, comprising: a first chamber, comprising a first opening and a second opening; a blade, disposed in the first chamber; and a second filter, disposed in the first chamber between the second opening and the blade, wherein a tissue piece placed in the first chamber is cut by the blade, and a fluid ... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a tissue homogenizer and in particular to a tissue homogenizer for homogenizing live histiocyte. 2. Description of the Related Art In conventional culture preparation, a tissue piece is cut in a culture dish by scalpel blade, soaked ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a tissue homogenizer and in particular to a tissue homogenizer for homogenizing live histiocyte. 2. Description of the Related Art In conventional culture preparation, a tissue piece is cut in a culture dish by scalpel bl... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention comprises a first chamber, a pair of blades, a first filter and a second filter. The first chamber has a first opening and a second opening. The blades are disposed in the first chamber. The first filter is disposed in the first chamber between the first openin... | 20040629 | 20070918 | 20050630 | 75483.0 | 0 | ROSENBAUM, MARK | TISSUE HOMOGENIZER | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,025 | ACCEPTED | Polymer and metal composite implantable medical devices | A device and a method of manufacturing an implantable medical device, such as a stent, are described herein. The device includes a metallic region composed of a bioerodable metal and a polymer region composed of a biodegradable polymer contacting the metallic region. The metallic region may erode at a different rate wh... | 1. An implantable medical device, comprising: a metallic region comprising a bioerodable metal; and a polymer region comprising a biodegradable polymer contacting the metallic region, wherein the metallic region erodes at a different rate when exposed to bodily fluids than the polymer region when exposed to bodily flui... | CROSS-REFERENCE This is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/767,296 filed on Jan. 28, 2004, which is a divisional application of application Ser. No. 10/235,033, which was filed on Sep. 3, 2002, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 09/797,313, filed on Mar. 1, 2001, which is a division of appli... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention This invention relates to polymer and metal composite implantable medical devices, such as stents. 2. Description of the State of the Art This invention relates to radially expandable endoprostheses which are adapted to be implanted in a bodily lumen. An... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is directed to implantable medical devices, such as stents, and methods of manufacturing such devices that include a metallic region composed of a bioerodable metal and a polymer region composed of a biodegradable polymer contacting the metallic region. The met... | 20040628 | 20120508 | 20050922 | 66184.0 | 0 | OU, JING RUI | POLYMER AND METAL COMPOSITE IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,027 | ACCEPTED | Apparatus, and associated method, for communicating packet data in a network including a radio-link | Apparatus, and associated method, for improving packet data communications upon a communication path including a radio-link. Determination is made of the conditions on the radio-link when selecting the optimal size of a transmission window within which to transmit packets of data. And, retransmission time-out values ar... | 1. In a communication system in which packet data is communicated between a first host and a second host upon a communication path, the communication path including a radio-link, an improvement of apparatus for selecting a window size within which to transmit a data packet, said apparatus comprising: a radio-link statu... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/585,203, filed on 1 Jun. 2000. The present invention relates generally to the communication of packet data, such as TCP-formatted data, in a communication system which includes a radio-link, such as a UMTS (... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Advancements in communication technologies have permitted the introduction of, and popularization of, new types of communication systems. As a result of such advancements, significant increases in the rates of data transmission, have been permitted. And, new types of communicatio... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention, accordingly, advantageously provides apparatus and an associated method, by which more optimally to communicate data packets in a packet communication system, such as a UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) wireless data network. Operation of an em... | 20040628 | 20150414 | 20050224 | 78485.0 | 0 | SWEET, LONNIE V | APPARATUS, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD, FOR COMMUNICATING PACKET DATA IN A NETWORK INCLUDING A RADIO-LINK | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,035 | ACCEPTED | Method for manufacturing semiconductor device | The present invention discloses a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device, comprising the steps of: providing a semiconductor substrate on which cell strings are formed and in which a plurality of conductive regions are formed; sequentially forming a first interlayer insulation film and a first etch barrier fil... | 1. A method for manufacturing a semiconductor device, comprising the steps of: providing a semiconductor substrate on which cell strings are formed and in which a plurality of conductive regions are formed; sequentially forming a first interlayer insulation film and a first etch barrier film on the semiconductor substr... | BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device, and more particularly to, a method for forming metal lines in a NAND flash memory device. 2. Discussion of Related Art FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional diagram illustrating a conventional metal line struc... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device, and more particularly to, a method for forming metal lines in a NAND flash memory device. 2. Discussion of Related Art FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional diagram illustrating a conventional meta... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is achieved to solve the above problems. One object of the present invention is to efficiently fill a contact hole by decreasing an aspect ratio of the contact hole. Another object of the present invention is to prevent process failures from occurring in a proc... | 20040629 | 20060718 | 20050505 | 69352.0 | 0 | SNOW, COLLEEN ERIN | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,059 | ACCEPTED | System and method for turbine engine anomaly detection | A system and method is provided for detecting anomalies in turbine engines emanating from the main shaft and/or main shaft bearings. The anomaly detection system includes a sensor data processor and a matrix analysis mechanism. The sensor data processor receives engine sensor data, including main engine speed data duri... | 1. An anomaly detection system for detecting anomalies in turbine engines, the anomaly detection system comprising: a sensor data processor, the sensor data processor receiving engine sensor data from the turbine engine and formatting the engine sensor data into a sensor data matrix; and a matrix analysis mechanism, th... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention generally relates to diagnostic systems, and more specifically relates to diagnostic systems for turbine engines. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Modern mechanical systems can be exceedingly complex. The complexities of modern mechanical systems have led to increasing needs for automat... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Modern mechanical systems can be exceedingly complex. The complexities of modern mechanical systems have led to increasing needs for automated prognosis and fault detection systems. These prognosis and fault detection systems are designed to monitor the mechanical system in an ef... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a system and method for detecting anomalies in turbine engines emanating from the main shaft and/or main shaft bearings. The anomaly detection system includes a sensor data processor and a matrix analysis mechanism. The sensor data processor rece... | 20040628 | 20080506 | 20051229 | 94544.0 | 0 | LAU, TUNG S | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TURBINE ENGINE ANOMALY DETECTION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,112 | ACCEPTED | Grid computing on radiology network | A grid computing system and method is provided for medical data processing. The grid computing system comprises a software infrastructure, and an imaging device capable of interfacing with the software infrastructure over a distributed electronic network. Also included is a plurality of CPUs capable of interfacing with... | 1. A grid computing system comprising: a software infrastructure; an imaging device capable of interfacing with said software infrastructure over a distributed electronic network; and a plurality of central processing units (CPUs) capable of interfacing with said software infrastructure over the network, performance of... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to medical imaging and, more particularly, to a system and method of processing medical images. 2. Description of the Background Art Medical imaging is one of the most useful diagnostic tools available in modern medicine. Medi... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to medical imaging and, more particularly, to a system and method of processing medical images. 2. Description of the Background Art Medical imaging is one of the most useful diagnostic tools available in modern me... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is provided to solve the above-mentioned problem. According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a grid computing system. The grid computing system comprises a software infrastructure, and an imaging device capable of interfacing with the so... | 20040629 | 20121009 | 20051229 | 96289.0 | 0 | TRUONG, LAN DAI T | GRID COMPUTING ON RADIOLOGY NETWORK | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,180 | ACCEPTED | Structured document processor | A structured document processor includes a template storing module for storing a template, a template selection accepting module for accepting selection of a template, a template structure analyzing module for analyzing the structure of a template, a content area selection accepting module for accepting selection of a ... | 1. A structured document processor comprising: a structural component selection accepting module for accepting selection of a particular structural component among multiple structural components composing a predetermined document; and a template applying module for inserting the particular structural component, selecti... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a structured document processor for processing a structured document composed of one or multiple structural components, and in particular, to a structured document processor for applying a template to a structured document. There are a number of websites avai... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to a structured document processor for processing a structured document composed of one or multiple structural components, and in particular, to a structured document processor for applying a template to a structured document. There are a number of w... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>According to one aspect of the present invention, a structured document processor comprises a structural component selection accepting module for accepting selection of a particular structural component among multiple structural components composing a predetermined document, a... | 20040628 | 20090113 | 20050203 | 63927.0 | 0 | PATEL, MANGLESH M | STRUCTURED DOCUMENT PROCESSOR | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,203 | ACCEPTED | Light positioning device | A light positioning device. The light positioning device comprises a light guide plate, a light source assembly and a frame. The light guide plate comprises a protrusion and a recess. The light source assembly is disposed on the protrusion of the light guide plate and abuts the light guide plate. The light source assem... | 1. A light positioning device, comprising: a light guide plate, with a protrusion and a recess; a light source assembly disposed on the protrusion of the light guide plate and abutting the light guide plate, the light source assembly comprising a light source module received in the recess of the light guide plate; and ... | BACKGROUND The present invention relates to a light positioning device, and in particular to a light positioning device capable of reducing errors in assembly of a light guide plate, a light source assembly and a frame thereof. LCD devices are generally multiple-layer structures comprising a light guide plate, a light ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>The present invention relates to a light positioning device, and in particular to a light positioning device capable of reducing errors in assembly of a light guide plate, a light source assembly and a frame thereof. LCD devices are generally multiple-layer structures comprising a light guide pla... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>Accordingly, the invention provides an improved light positioning device to overcome the aforementioned problems. The light positioning device comprises a light guide plate, a light source assembly and a frame. The light guide plate comprises a protrusion and a recess. The light source assembly is d... | 20040629 | 20060905 | 20051117 | 72228.0 | 1 | LEE, GUNYOUNG T | LIGHT POSITIONING DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,216 | ACCEPTED | Symmetric signal distribution through abutment connection | The present invention provides a method and apparatus for managing a large number of associated interconnects within an integrated circuit involving a modular approach to the macro cell layout. In particular, internal signal paths are created within each macro cell that permit connections to other macros by abutting th... | 1. A method of routing internal signal paths contained on a macro cell, the macro cell having a top edge, a bottom edge, a left edge and a right edge, the internal routing occurring between a plurality of left terminals on the macro cell to a plurality of right terminals on the macro cell, the method comprising the ste... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention generally relates to semiconductors and more specifically to signal routing between macros by abutment placement of these macros. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The layout for large-scale integrated microchips is one of the most time consuming tasks in the design cycle for an i... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The layout for large-scale integrated microchips is one of the most time consuming tasks in the design cycle for an integrated circuit (IC). One input to this design process is a partitioned circuit wherein elementary components of the circuit are grouped to build a number of mac... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention overcomes the disadvantages and limitations of the prior art by providing a method and apparatus to reduce or eliminate the need to connect individual macro cell signals with traces that are supplemental to the macro cell layout. In particular, in circumstances... | 20040629 | 20080318 | 20051229 | 63723.0 | 0 | GARBOWSKI, LEIGH M | SYMMETRIC SIGNAL DISTRIBUTION THROUGH ABUTMENT CONNECTION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,324 | ACCEPTED | Waterproof structure of building waterproof structure | A waterproof structure of a building, includes: at least two face members disposed on an exterior of the building; a sealing member disposed between end edge portions of the face members; a joint covering member disposed between the end edge portions. The end edge portions are folded to protrude exteriorly and have con... | 1. A waterproof structure of a building, comprising: at least two face members each having an end edge portion, the at least two face members disposed on an exterior of the building so that the end edge portions are opposed to each other; a sealing member disposed between the end edge portions; and a joint covering mem... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a waterproof structure of a building using a cover member. 2. Background Art Generally, an outside joint portion of a building of a roof, a balcony floor, an outer wall, a surrounding of an opening or the like is provided with a seal... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a waterproof structure of a building using a cover member. 2. Background Art Generally, an outside joint portion of a building of a roof, a balcony floor, an outer wall, a surrounding of an opening or the like is provided... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>However, according to the sealing member described in Japanese Patent No. 2519660, there poses a problem that when the fin-like sealing valve is subjected to ageing deterioration, the sealing valve is opened by a reduction in an elastic force and water is liable to leak. Further, ac... | 20040630 | 20100406 | 20050127 | 64885.0 | 0 | QUAST, ELIZABETH A | WATERPROOF STRUCTURE OF BUILDING | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,378 | ACCEPTED | Pharmaceutically active compounds and methods of use | The present invention relates to certain imine-substituted heterocyclic compounds, and methods of treatment and pharmaceutical compositions that utilize or comprise one or more such compounds. Compounds of the invention are particularly useful for the treatment or prophylaxis of neurological injury and neurodegenerativ... | 1. A compound of the following Formula I: wherein Z is sulfur, oxygen, carbon or nitrogen; m and n are each independently an integer from 0 to 4, and the sum of m and n is at least 2; each X is independently substituted or unsubstituted alkyl; substituted or unsubstituted alkylsilyl; substituted or unsubstituted alkeny... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to certain imine-substituted heterocyclic compounds, and methods of treatment and pharmaceutical compositions that utilize or comprise one or more such compounds. Compounds of the invention are particularly useful for the treatment or p... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to certain imine-substituted heterocyclic compounds, and methods of treatment and pharmaceutical compositions that utilize or comprise one or more such compounds. Compounds of the invention are particularly useful for the tr... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In a first aspect, the present invention provides imine-substituted compounds of the following Formula I: wherein Z is sulfur, oxygen, carbon or nitrogen; m and n are each independently an integer from 0-to 4, and the sum of m and n is at least 2, preferably is 3, 4, 5 or 6, more pr... | 20040628 | 20080909 | 20050922 | 95225.0 | 0 | AULAKH, CHARANJIT | PHARMACEUTICALLY ACTIVE COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF USE | SMALL | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,475 | ACCEPTED | Method of forming scalloped configuration in curtains | A method of forming scalloped configuration in a single or double-layer curtain comprises providing the curtain with a pair of ties with their upper ends attached to the curtain and their lower ends hanging freely. A solid bead having a passageway therethrough is slipped upwardly through each tie to approximately the s... | 1. A method of forming scalloped configuration in a double-layer curtain for hanging from windows, said curtain having a front layer and a back layer, each of said layers being defined by an upper edge and a lower generally parallel edge, and two generally parallel sides, said method comprising: (a) providing two pairs... | RELATED PATENT APPLICATIONS This application is related to provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/555,921 filed Mar. 24, 2004. FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates generally to swaging curtains and draperies and is specifically related to a method of forming scalloped configuration in curtains and draperie... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Curtains and draperies are frequently used to hang from windows and it is often desirable to gather the curtain material into folds for decorative and aesthetic effects. Gathering the curtain materials into decorative folds and fixing it into position can be accomplished by hand,... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a method for forming scalloped configuration in single layer or multi-layer (e.g., double layer) curtains. A double layer curtain comprises a front panel and a back panel with each panel being defined by an upper edge and a lower generally parallel edg... | 20040701 | 20070508 | 20050929 | 77348.0 | 1 | JOHNSON, BLAIR M | METHOD OF FORMING SCALLOPED CONFIGURATION IN CURTAINS | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,762 | ACCEPTED | Power supply detection method, apparatus, and system | Circuits in a processor may provide an indication that power supplies are ready when waking from a reduced power state. The processor may include timers to measure a period of time, and may utilize voltage detectors to detect the voltages on the power supplies. A control register in the processor may influence the oper... | 1. A method comprising: requesting that a power supply ramp up a voltage; detecting when the power supply has ramped up the voltage; and based on a control field in a register, conditionally waking up a sleeping circuit when the power supply has ramped up the voltage. 2. The method of claim 1 further comprising startin... | FIELD The present invention relates generally to electronic systems, and more specifically to the ramping up of power supplies in electronic systems. BACKGROUND Processors typically receive power to operate when included in a system. The power may be received directly from one or more batteries, or from a power managem... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Processors typically receive power to operate when included in a system. The power may be received directly from one or more batteries, or from a power management integrated circuit or system, or the like. When waking from a reduced power mode, it may take time for power supply voltages to stabil... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>FIG. 1 shows an electronic system in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention; FIG. 2 shows a register; FIGS. 3 and 4 show state machine diagrams; FIG. 5 shows a flowchart in accordance with various embodiments of the present invention; and FIGS. 6 and 7... | 20040630 | 20071127 | 20060105 | 60877.0 | G06F126 | 1 | SURYAWANSHI, SURESH | POWER SUPPLY DETECTION METHOD, APPARATUS, AND SYSTEM | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,880,815 | ACCEPTED | Method of operating a navigation system using images | A method of operating a navigation system comprises providing an image of a geographic area through which a portion of a route between an origin and destination passes. The image is an approximate 360-degree image. The method provides a guidance information overlay on the image. The guidance information overlay may be ... | 1. A method of operating a navigation system comprising: providing an image of a geographic area through which a portion of a route between an origin and destination passes; wherein said image is an approximate 360-degree image. 2. The method of claim 1 further comprising: providing a guidance information overlay on th... | REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS The present application is related to the co-pending application entitled “METHOD OF COLLECTING INFORMATION FOR A GEOGRAPHIC DATABASE FOR USE WITH A NAVIGATION SYSTEM” filed on the same date herewith, Attorney Docket No. N0181US, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated by refere... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to a method and system for providing navigation features and functions, and more particularly to a method and system for collecting images and providing navigation features using the images. Vehicle navigation systems are available that provide end u... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A method and system of operating a navigation system is described in the embodiments disclosed herein. The method provides an image of a geographic area through which a portion of a route between an origin and destination passes. The image may be an approximate 360-degree image. The... | 20040630 | 20081202 | 20060105 | 62904.0 | G01C2130 | 2 | ZANELLI, MICHAEL J | METHOD OF OPERATING A NAVIGATION SYSTEM USING IMAGES | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G01C | 2,004 | |
10,880,851 | ACCEPTED | Salts of fenofibric acid and pharmaceutical formulations thereof | In one aspect, the present invention relates to a formulation in the form of molecular dispersion comprising i) fenofibric acid, a physiologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof and optionally other active substances, ii) a binder component comprising at least one enteric binder, and optionally iii) other physio... | 1. A salt of fenofibric acid selected from the group consisting of choline, ethanolamine, diethanolamine, piperazine, calcium and tromethamine. 2. The salt of claim 1 wherein said salt is choline. 3. The salt of claim 1 wherein said salt is ethanolamine. 4. The salt of claim 1 wherein said salt is diethanolamine. 5. Th... | RELATED APPLICATION INFORMATION This application is a continuation-in-part application of PCT/EP03/14331 filed on Dec. 16, 2003 which claims priority to U.S. Ser. No. 60/453,694, filed on Dec. 17, 2002, each of which are incorporated by reference. This application also claims priority to U.S. Ser. No. 60/499,284 filed ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Fenofibrate is a well-known lipid regulating agent which has been commercially available for a long time. Fenofibrate is usually orally administered. After its absorption, which is known to take place in the duodenum and other parts of the gastrointestinal tract, fenofibrate is m... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In one aspect, the present invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation comprising: i) fenofibric acid, or a physiologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof and optionally, other active ingredients (which is collectively referred to as the “active substance component); ii... | 20040630 | 20070821 | 20050707 | 72050.0 | 9 | BADIO, BARBARA P | SALTS OF FENOFIBRIC ACID AND PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATIONS THEREOF | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,880,888 | ACCEPTED | Method and system for mapping between logical data and physical data | The mapping system maps a physical table of a database to a logical table representing a logical view of the database that integrates standard columns and custom columns. The physical table includes a standard table with standard columns and a custom table with custom columns. The custom table may be implemented as a p... | 1. A method in a computer system for providing a view of data, the method comprising: providing physical data having standard and custom data, the standard data having entries with data for standard fields, the custom data having data for custom fields, the custom fields being represented by pivot data; providing a map... | TECHNICAL FIELD The described technology relates generally to mapping between logical data and physical data and including to mapping when the physical data includes custom data. BACKGROUND Many applications use a database to store their data. The database for an application is typically designed by the developer of th... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Many applications use a database to store their data. The database for an application is typically designed by the developer of the application to include a table for each entity used by the application. Each entity table contains a row for each specific entity and various columns for storing pro... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>A method and system for providing a logical view of data that combines standard and custom fields is provided. The system creates a logical view of physical data that includes standard data of standard fields and custom data of custom fields. The system has a map that maps logical fields of logical ... | 20040630 | 20070731 | 20060105 | 60844.0 | G06F1730 | 1 | VEILLARD, JACQUES | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAPPING BETWEEN LOGICAL DATA AND PHYSICAL DATA | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,881,059 | ACCEPTED | Absorbent towel with projections | A towel (10) includes a base layer (12) and a plurality of raised projections (14) that project away from the base layer (12). The base layer (12) has a first side (16) and a second side (18). In one embodiment, the projections (14) are discontinuously positioned and are each separately secured to one or both of the si... | 1. A towel comprising: a base layer having (i) a first side and (ii) a second side that is substantially opposite the first side; and a plurality of raised first projections that are each separately secured to the first side, the first projections having a higher coefficient of static friction than the base layer so th... | RELATED APPLICATION This Application claims the benefit on U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,697 filed on Jul. 3, 2003. The contents of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,697 are incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND Strength and coordination exercises are becoming increasingly more popular ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Strength and coordination exercises are becoming increasingly more popular these days. Within health-conscious cultures, sports such as jogging, swimming and bicycling have long been common forms of exercise. More recently, however, those desiring to stay in shape are seeking different, more inno... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>The present invention is directed to a towel that includes a base layer and a plurality of raised projections that project away from the base layer. The base layer has a first side and a second side. In one embodiment, the projections can be discontinuously positioned and can each be separately secu... | 20040629 | 20051108 | 20050106 | 64647.0 | 5 | LAGMAN, FREDERICK LYNDON | ABSORBENT TOWEL WITH PROJECTIONS | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,066 | ACCEPTED | Safety relay system | A safety relay system includes one or more additional input units each for sending safety input from a safety component, a master unit for receiving the safety input from the additional input unit and providing safety output to operate a safety relay based on the safety input, a safety information line for transferring... | 1. A safety relay system for acquiring safety input from one or more safety components, checking a safety state, if safety is checked, outputting safety output for opening/closing a safety relay to enable an external connected machine connected to the safety relay to operate and on the other hand, if it is determined t... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention Th present invention relates to a high-reliability safety relay system suited for use, for example, to drive a target load only if a plurality of input conditions concerning safety check, etc., all hold. 2. Description of the Related Art A safety measure apparatus i... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention Th present invention relates to a high-reliability safety relay system suited for use, for example, to drive a target load only if a plurality of input conditions concerning safety check, etc., all hold. 2. Description of the Related Art A safety measure... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is an object of the invention to provide a safety relay system for making it possible to add non-safety information relevant to safety information without affecting the safety information for easily maintaining, recovering, redesigning, etc., the safety system. To the end, accord... | 20040630 | 20080812 | 20050324 | 79939.0 | 0 | AMRANY, ADI | AUTOMOTIVE SAFETY RELAY SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,209 | ACCEPTED | ROI selection in image registration | A method and system is presented for automatically selecting a region of interest (ROI) within an image of an object, for example when performing non-rigid image registration between the image and another image of the object. In this way, the need for user interaction can be minimized or eliminated during image registr... | 1. A method of selecting an ROI (region of interest) within an image of an object, the method comprising: defining a measure H of the image, the measure H being suitable for registering the image with another image of the object; maximizing the measure H; and selecting the ROI by determining the region within the image... | BACKGROUND Image registration aims at finding an optimal transformation between different representations of one or more objects, i.e. between different images. Registration techniques can be useful in medical procedures in which a pre-operative image space needs to be properly correlated to a real-time physical space.... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Image registration aims at finding an optimal transformation between different representations of one or more objects, i.e. between different images. Registration techniques can be useful in medical procedures in which a pre-operative image space needs to be properly correlated to a real-time phy... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>A method and system are presented for automatically selecting a region of interest within an image of an object. In this way, the need for user interaction can be minimized or eliminated, when performing non-rigid image registration between the image and a different image of the object. The object m... | 20040630 | 20070612 | 20060105 | 79100.0 | G06K932 | 0 | MACKOWEY, ANTHONY M | ROI SELECTION IN IMAGE REGISTRATION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06K | 2,004 | |
10,881,211 | ACCEPTED | System and method for consolidating, securing and automating out-of-band access to nodes in a data network | A system and method for out-of-band network management is provided wherein one or more different management interfaces are converted into a common format management data. The system may encrypt the common format management data. The system may also authenticate each user that attempts to access the management interface... | 1. An out-of-band management system for computer networks, the system comprising: a plurality of network nodes manageable through a dedicated management interface other than the data transmission interfaces wherein the plurality of network nodes use at least two different types of management interfaces that generate ma... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to the field of computer network management, and specifically to out-of-band network management systems that can transport management information over a network different from the data network being managed. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Data center management professionals c... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Data center management professionals commonly use network management tools for monitoring and restoring the operation of network nodes such as computer servers, network appliances, security appliances, storage devices, sensors, and controls. These typical network management tools... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention is a system that provides a single common aggregation point for a plurality of out-of-band interfaces, offering consolidation close to the managed devices that avoids the transport of disparate data streams across the corporate and public networks. The system also prov... | 20040629 | 20090113 | 20060209 | 90320.0 | G06F15173 | 1 | ANYAN, BARBARA BURGESS | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONSOLIDATING, SECURING AND AUTOMATING OUT-OF-BAND ACCESS TO NODES IN A DATA NETWORK | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,881,372 | ACCEPTED | Semiconductor device substrate with embedded capacitor | A method for forming a semiconductor device including a DRAM cell structure comprising a silicon on insulator (SOI) substrate with an embedded capacitor structure including providing a substrate comprising an overlying first electrically insulating layer; forming a first electrically conductive layer on the first elect... | 1. A method for forming a semiconductor device comprising a silicon on insulator (SOI) substrate with an embedded capacitor structure comprising the steps of: providing a substrate comprising an overlying first electrically insulating layer; forming a first electrically conductive layer on the first electrically insula... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention generally relates to microelectronic integrated circuit (IC) semiconductor device fabrication and more particularly to DRAM devices including a substrate with an embedded capacitor. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is a staple aspect of the main memor... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is a staple aspect of the main memory of PC systems. DRAM may be used as an embedded portion of an integrated circuit or be formed as an array of memory cells. Fir example, in memory cell arrays an MOS transistor and a capacitor make up a memor... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>To achieve the foregoing and other objects, and in accordance with the purposes of the present invention, as embodied and broadly described herein, the present invention provides an embedded capacitor SOI substrate including a DRAM cell structure and method for forming the same. In ... | 20040630 | 20070626 | 20060105 | 97914.0 | H01L218234 | 0 | MOVVA, AMAR | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE SUBSTRATE WITH EMBEDDED CAPACITOR | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | H01L | 2,004 | |
10,881,401 | ACCEPTED | Rare gas polarizer apparatus and magnetic resonance imaging system | For the purpose of supplying a rare gas in a hyperpolarized state and an inspired material to a subject with quantifiability and without fail and conducting imaging, gaseous xenon in a hyperpolarized state in a gas bag and an inspired material such as oxygen are supplied to a mask section 210 in a closed state, and a p... | 1. A rare gas polarizer apparatus comprising: a polarizing section for bringing a rare gas contained in a mixed gas to a hyperpolarized state; an extracting section for sublimating said rare gas from said mixed gas, extracting said rare gas as a solid, and vaporizing said extracted solid rare gas; and a supplying secti... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a rare gas polarizer apparatus and a magnetic resonance imaging system for producing a rare gas in a hyperpolarized state, and conducting imaging using the rare gas. In recent years, a magnetic resonance image is acquired with high sensitivity with a rare gas... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to a rare gas polarizer apparatus and a magnetic resonance imaging system for producing a rare gas in a hyperpolarized state, and conducting imaging using the rare gas. In recent years, a magnetic resonance image is acquired with high sensitivity wit... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a rare gas polarizer apparatus and a magnetic resonance imaging system that supply a rare gas in a hyperpolarized state and an inspired material to a subject with quantifiability and without fail to conduct imaging. To solv... | 20040630 | 20051108 | 20050106 | 60150.0 | 0 | ARANA, LOUIS M | RARE GAS POLARIZER APPARATUS AND MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING SYSTEM | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,476 | ACCEPTED | Digital predistortion system and method for correcting memory effects within an RF power amplifier | A system and method of correcting memory effects present within power amplifiers using digital predistortion and an improved power amplifier system employing digital predistortion are disclosed. Nonlinearities within a power amplifier having an input derived from a digital signal are compensated by injecting a digital ... | 1. A digital predistorter adapted to receive a digital input signal and output a predistorted digital signal, the digital predistorter comprising: an input coupled to receive the digital input signal; a first signal path coupled to the input and comprising a delay circuit and a combiner circuit coupled to the output of... | RELATED APPLICATION INFORMATION The present application claims priority under 35 USC 119 (e) to provisional application Ser. No. 60/485,246 filed Jul. 3, 2003, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference its entirety. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to linearization of RF power ampl... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In the RF transmission of digital information, sampled data sequences are converted to analog signals and processed, subsequently, by various operations containing unwanted nonlinearities. The primary source of nonlinearity is the power amplifier (PA). Nonlinear behavior of the P... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In a first aspect the present invention provides a digital predistorter adapted to receive a digital input signal and output a predistorted digital signal. The digital predistorter comprises an input coupled to receive the digital input signal. A first signal path is coupled to the ... | 20040630 | 20061212 | 20050106 | 68047.0 | 0 | KIM, KEVIN | DIGITAL PREDISTORTION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CORRECTING MEMORY EFFECTS WITHIN AN RF POWER AMPLIFIER | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,561 | ACCEPTED | Semiconductor device and hybrid integrated circuit device | The related arts have difficulty in efficiently dissipating the heat generated by a resin-molded semiconductor element, and thus have the problem of thermal stress causing damage to the semiconductor element. To solve the problem, a semiconductor device of the preferred embodiments includes common leads coupled to an i... | 1. A semiconductor device including: an island on which a semiconductor element is mounted; a plurality of discrete leads each having an end extending near the island; a plurality of common leads coupled to the island; and a resin seal body molding the semiconductor element, the island, the discrete leads, and the comm... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a semiconductor device using a lead frame including discrete leads and common leads, and more particularly to a semiconductor device including common leads of which outer portions have a coupling portion and which are bridged with br... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a semiconductor device using a lead frame including discrete leads and common leads, and more particularly to a semiconductor device including common leads of which outer portions have a coupling portion and which are bri... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The preferred embodiments of the present invention are designed to overcome the foregoing problems. A semiconductor device of the preferred embodiments includes: an island on which a semiconductor element is mounted; a plurality of discrete leads of which ends extend near the island... | 20040630 | 20060905 | 20051027 | 88298.0 | 2 | CLARK, JASMINE JHIHAN B | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE AND HYBRID INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,819 | ACCEPTED | Selective input system based on tracking of motion parameters of an input device | A selective input system and associated method is provided which tracks the motion of a pointing device over a region or area. The pointing device can be a touchpad, a mouse, a pen, or any device capable of providing two or three-dimensional location. The region or area is preferably augmented with a printed or actual ... | 1. A process for selectable input based on motion of a pointing device in relation to a region, the process comprising the steps of: tracking the motion of the pointing device in relation to the region; determine a device path of the pointing device, comprising a plurality of positions and corresponding times, based up... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This Application also claims priority for U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/504,552, entitled SELECTIVE INPUT SYSTEM BASED ON TRACKING OF MOTION PARAMETERS OF AN INPUT DEVICE, US Filing Date 19 Sep. 2003. This Application is a Continuation In Part of U.S. patent app... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Input devices often comprise means for pointing or selecting, such as by a stylus, finger, or mouse, whereby a user may interact with a device. The user is often required to interact with a user interface, such as a keypad, touchpad, or touch screen, such as to input a desired ch... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A selective input system and associated method are provided, which track the motion of an input device over an area. The input device can be a touchpad, a mouse, a pen, or any device capable of providing a location, e.g. such as an x-y location and/or a location based on alternate o... | 20040628 | 20100706 | 20050310 | 77376.0 | 2 | KUMAR, SRILAKSHMI K | SELECTIVE INPUT SYSTEM BASED ON TRACKING OF MOTION PARAMETERS OF AN INPUT DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,946 | ACCEPTED | Intraoral discluder and method for relieving migraine and tension headaches and temporomandibular disorders | An intraoral discluder for preventing chronic tension headaches, common migraine headaches, and temporomandibular disorders that are caused or perpetuated by chronic activity of the temporalis muscle. The discluder includes a trough, contoured to encompass at least one maxillary or mandibular incisor, from which extend... | 1. An intraoral discluder comprising: a trough having an anterior wall and a posterior wall sized and configured to accommodate at least one upper or lower incisor, wherein the anterior wall is disposed adjacent to the incisor's anterior side and the posterior wall is disposed adjacent to the incisor's posterior side w... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to intraoral devices and, more particularly, to an intraoral discluder for use in relieving tension headaches, common migraine headaches, and temporomandibular disorders. Tension and muscle contraction headaches affect many people every day. The headac... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates generally to intraoral devices and, more particularly, to an intraoral discluder for use in relieving tension headaches, common migraine headaches, and temporomandibular disorders. Tension and muscle contraction headaches affect many people every day... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is embodied in an intraoral discluder, and related method for using it, configured not only to prevent contact of the upper and lower teeth in all mandibular movements, but also to inhibit excessive retrusive movement of the mandible, thereby reducing the inten... | 20040629 | 20100202 | 20051229 | 67203.0 | 0 | DESANTO, MATTHEW F | INTRAORAL DISCLUDER AND METHOD FOR RELIEVING MIGRAINE AND TENSION HEADACHES AND TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDERS | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,881,995 | ACCEPTED | Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapon detection system with alarm thresholds based on environmental factors | A chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapon detection system is disclosed that incorporates a mechanism to reduce the probability that a false alarm will be issued. In particular, the mechanism causes an alarm to be triggered when the amount of a hazardous material reaches a threshold, but changes the thre... | 1. A system comprising: a first environmental sensor for monitoring a first environmental characteristic; a first hazardous material sensor for measuring the amount of a first hazardous material; and a first alarm that is issued when the amount of said first hazardous material reaches a first threshold, wherein said fi... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to civil defense in general, and, more particularly, to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapons detection systems. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION A chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear attack on a civilian population is a dreadful event, and th... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear attack on a civilian population is a dreadful event, and the best response requires the earliest possible detection of the attack so that individuals can flee and civil defense authorities can contain its effects. To this end, chem... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A terrorist seeks to impose his or her will on a government by convincing its citizenry that conciliation—and not confrontation—will make the threat disappear. If the government is able to protect its citizens from violence, the policy of confrontation will be deemed successful and ... | 20040630 | 20060808 | 20060105 | 69902.0 | G08B2900 | 0 | TWEEL JR, JOHN ALEXANDER | CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL, AND NUCLEAR WEAPON DETECTION SYSTEM WITH ALARM THRESHOLDS BASED ON ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G08B | 2,004 | |
10,882,178 | ACCEPTED | Holographic human-machine interfaces | A holographic HMI is described by which data and commands can be entered into computers and other electronic equipment. The holographic HMI involves no tangible physical contact between the human operator and the control elements of the HMIs because the input devices are holographic images of keys or other customarily ... | 1. An apparatus allowing an operator to control an electronic or electro-mechanical device of the type conventionally controlled by a tangible control mechanism having one or more customarily touch-activated tangible input objects, physical contact with which produces a response by the electronic or electro-mechanical ... | This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/484,838, filed Jul. 3, 2003, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety, as if fully set forth herein. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of Invention The present invention relates to holographic human-machine ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of Invention The present invention relates to holographic human-machine interfaces (“HMIs”) between humans and electronic or electro-mechanical devices. 2. Description of Related Art There are many methods and devices available for entering data and commands into compute... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is made in consideration of the above situations, and has the object to provide an apparatus for realizing the reduction of the power consumption, size and weight of conventional holographic HMIs. Further, the smoothness with which they can be integrated with infor... | 20040702 | 20060530 | 20050106 | 70739.0 | 1 | BOUTSIKARIS, LEONIDAS | HOLOGRAPHIC HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACES | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,206 | ACCEPTED | Locking the cowl doors of a turbojet | Turbojet cowl doors have bottom longitudinal edges fitted with hooking means and with locking means which comprise catches fixed on a rotary drive shaft carried by one of the doors and which co-operate with hooking members hinged about an axis on the other one of the doors. The invention relates to apparatus for lockin... | 1. Turbojet cowl doors, each door having a top longitudinal edge hinged about a longitudinal axis and a bottom longitudinal edge for fastening by means of locking apparatus to a bottom longitudinal edge of the other door, the apparatus comprising locking members mounted on the bottom longitudinal edge of a first door a... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Cowl doors are panels of semicylindrical shape having top longitudinal edges hinged about longitudinal axes and having bottom longitudinal edges fitted with locking means that enable them to be fastened to each other in a position where they are close together or docked. The locking means ar... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Cowl doors are panels of semicylindrical shape having top longitudinal edges hinged about longitudinal axes and having bottom longitudinal edges fitted with locking means that enable them to be fastened to each other in a position where they are close together or docked. The lock... | <SOH> OBJECTS AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A particular object of the invention is to provide a solution to the problem of making the locking of such doors safe in a manner that is simple, effective, and inexpensive. To this end, the invention provides turbojet cowl doors, each door having a top longitudinal edge... | 20040702 | 20060509 | 20050303 | 66219.0 | 0 | BAREFOOT, GALEN L | LOCKING THE COWL DOORS OF A TURBOJET | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,241 | ACCEPTED | Transgenic mice having a human major histocompatibility complex (MHC) phenotype, experimental uses and applications | The present invention relates to transgenic mice and isolated transgenic mouse cells, the mice and mouse cells comprising a disrupted H2 class I gene, a disrupted H2 class II gene, a functional HLA class I transgene, and a functional HLA class II transgene. In embodiments, the transgenic mouse or mouse cells are defici... | 1. A transgenic mouse comprising: a) a disrupted H2 class I gene; b) a disrupted H2 class II gene; and c) a functional HLA class I or class II transgene. 2. A transgenic mouse comprising: a) a disrupted H2 class I gene; b) a disrupted H2 class II gene; c) a functional HLA class I transgene; and d) a functional HLA clas... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application is based on and claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/490,945, filed Jul. 30, 2003 (Attorney Docket No. 03495.6093), the entire disclosure of which is relied upon and incorporated by reference herein for all purposes. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIO... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Many vaccines are currently being developed for human cancer immunotherapy and for treatment of infectious diseases, such as malaria, AIDS, hepatitis C virus, and SARS. Given the rapidity with which new emerging pathogens can appear, it is important to improve animal models that ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The inventors have met this need and more by providing mice transgenic for both HLA-A2.1 and HLA-DR1 molecules, in a background that is deficient for both H-2 class I and class II molecules. Specifically, the invention provides mice comprising (1) mutated H-2 class I and class II mo... | 20040702 | 20100216 | 20050526 | 70094.0 | 0 | HIRIYANNA, KELAGINAMANE T | TRANSGENIC MICE HAVING A HUMAN MAJOR HISTOCOMPATIBILITY COMPLEX (MHC) PHENOTYPE, EXPERIMENTAL USES AND APPLICATIONS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,260 | ACCEPTED | Semiconductor device with shallow trench isolation and its manufacture method | A semiconductor device manufacturing method includes the steps of: (a) forming a stopper layer for chemical mechanical polishing on a surface of a semiconductor substrate; (b) forming an element isolation trench in the stopper layer and the semiconductor substrate; (c) depositing a nitride film covering an inner surfac... | 1. A semiconductor device manufacturing method comprising the steps of: (a) forming a stopper layer for chemical mechanical polishing over a surface of a semiconductor substrate; (b) forming an element isolation trench in said stopper layer and said semiconductor substrate; (c) depositing a nitride film covering an inn... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application is based on and claims priority of Japanese Patent Application No. 2004-060210 filed on Mar. 4, 2004, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION A) Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a semico... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A) Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a semiconductor device and its manufacture method, and more particularly to a semiconductor device having shallow trench isolation (STI) and its manufacture method. B) Description of the Related Art Local oxidation of sil... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>An object of this invention is to provide a manufacture method for semiconductor devices using STI capable of realizing good transistor characteristics. Another object of the present invention is to provide a semiconductor device having good transistor characteristics. According to ... | 20040702 | 20070501 | 20050908 | 76000.0 | 0 | VU, DAVID | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE WITH SHALLOW TRENCH ISOLATION AND ITS MANUFACTURE METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,338 | ACCEPTED | Magnetoresistance effect element and magnetic head | A magnetoresistance effect element is composed of a substrate, and a layer lamination structure disposed on the substrate and comprising a buffer layer, an anti-ferromagnetic layer, a pinned layer, an insulating layer including at least one nano-contact portion having a dimension of not more than Fermi length, a free l... | 1. A magnetoresistance effect element comprising: a substrate; and a layer lamination structure disposed on the substrate and comprising a buffer layer, an anti-ferromagnetic layer, a pinned layer, an insulating layer including at least one nano-contact portion having a dimension of not more than Fermi length, a free l... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of The Invention The present invention relates to a magnetoresistance (or magneto-resistance) effect element particularly provided with Ballistic Magneto Resistance (BMR) effect and also relates to a magnetic head provided with such magnetoresistance effect element. 2. Relevant Art ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of The Invention The present invention relates to a magnetoresistance (or magneto-resistance) effect element particularly provided with Ballistic Magneto Resistance (BMR) effect and also relates to a magnetic head provided with such magnetoresistance effect element. 2. R... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>An object of the present invention is to substantially eliminate defects or drawbacks encountered in the prior art mentioned above and to provide a magnetoresistance effect element, particularly for a magnetic head, having BMR effect capable of achieving improved stability and sensi... | 20040702 | 20060627 | 20050331 | 62237.0 | 0 | EVANS, JEFFERSON A | MAGNETORESISTANCE EFFECT ELEMENT COMPRISING NANO-CONTACT PORTION NOT MORE THAN A FERMI LENGTH, AND MAGNETIC HEAD UTILIZING SAME | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,381 | ACCEPTED | Multicolor-printer and method of printing images | A multicolor-printer has at least a first and a second print station, first and second optical sensors and a surface recordings comparator. The first and second print stations are arranged to print images on a surface of a moving recording medium. The first and second optical sensors view, at the first and second print... | 1. A multicolor-printer, comprising: at least a first and a second print station arranged to print images on a surface of a moving recording medium; first and second optical sensors viewing, at the first and second print stations, an area of the recording medium surface to obtain at least one first surface recording, i... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a multicolor-printer and a method of printing images. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Multicolor printers produce images which are composed of a plurality of different single-color images. The quality of the final multicolor image depends, i.a., on the registration ac... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Multicolor printers produce images which are composed of a plurality of different single-color images. The quality of the final multicolor image depends, i.a., on the registration accuracy of the single-color images. With the increasing resolution of modern printers the registrat... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A first aspect of the invention is directed to a multicolor-printer. It comprises at least a first and a second print station, first and second optical sensors and a surface recordings comparator. The first and second print stations are arranged to print images on a surface of a mov... | 20040702 | 20070515 | 20050825 | 76004.0 | 0 | NGUYEN, LAMSON D | MULTICOLOR-PRINTER AND METHOD OF PRINTING IMAGES | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,410 | ACCEPTED | Handling device for a replaceable consumable of a printhead service station of a printing device | Disclosed is a handling device which comprises a lid, which may be arranged to cover at least partially a surface of a replaceable consumable of a printhead service station, engagement members for engaging the lid to the consumable, and a hand grip. The consumable may be replaced by engaging the handling device with th... | 1. A handling device for a replaceable consumable of a printhead service station of a printing device, said handling device comprising: a lid member, intended to cover at least partially a surface of a consumable to be replaced; engagement means for engaging said lid member to said consumable; and gripping means. 2. A ... | The present invention relates to a handling device for a replaceable consumable of a printhead service station of a printing device. An inkjet printing apparatus comprises one or more printheads, which perform printing by ejecting drops of ink on a printing media through a plurality of nozzles. In order to avoid build ... | 20040702 | 20070501 | 20050210 | 72244.0 | 0 | VO, ANH T N | HANDLING DEVICE FOR A REPLACEABLE CONSUMABLE OF A PRINTHEAD SERVICE STATION OF A PRINTING DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||||
10,882,563 | ACCEPTED | Transistor structures and transistors with a germanium-containing channel | A transistor structure includes a first undoped, silicon-containing channel layer, a buried germanium channel, and a second undoped, silicon-containing channel layer. The first and second channel layers may contain SiGe or, alternatively, Si only. Another transistor structure includes a first channel layer, a buried ge... | 1. A transistor structure comprising: a first undoped, silicon-comprising channel layer over a substrate; a buried channel consisting of germanium and, optionally, a dopant, the buried channel being over the first channel layer; and a second undoped, silicon-comprising channel layer over the buried channel. 2. The stru... | TECHNICAL FIELD The inventions pertain to transistor structures and transistors that include a channel containing germanium. The channel may be buried. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Operation of semiconductor devices typically depends upon movement of charge carriers through portions of the device structure. Accordingly,... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Operation of semiconductor devices typically depends upon movement of charge carriers through portions of the device structure. Accordingly, the lower the mobility of charge carriers in a structural feature, the slower the device may function. One technique intended to increase c... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>According to one aspect of the invention, a transistor structure includes a first undoped, silicon-comprising channel layer over a substrate, a buried channel consisting of germanium and, optionally, a dopant, the buried channel being over the first channel layer, and a second undop... | 20040630 | 20061219 | 20060105 | 69297.0 | H01L31062 | 0 | MALSAWMA, LALRINFAMKIM HMAR | Transistor structures and transistors with a germanium-containing channel | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | H01L | 2,004 | |
10,882,570 | ACCEPTED | Antimicrobial and antistatic polymers and methods of using such polymers on various substrates | The present invention relates to a substrate having antimicrobial and/or antistatic properties. Such properties are imparted by applying a coating or film formed from a cationically-charged polymer composition. The polymer composition includes a noncationic ethylenically unsaturated monomer, an ethylenically unsaturate... | 1. A substrate having applied thereto a coating or film to provide antimicrobial and/or antistatic properties, said coating or film formed from a cationically-charged polymer composition comprising a noncationic ethylenically unsaturated monomer, an ethylenically unsaturated monomer capable of providing a cationic char... | RELATED APPLICATION This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,745, filed Jul. 3, 2003, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference as if recited in full herein. FIELD AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to polymers having inherent antimicro... | <SOH> FIELD AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to polymers having inherent antimicrobial or antistatic properties. Such polymers can be applied or used in conjunction with a wide variety of substrates (e.g., textiles, metal, cellulosic materials, plastics, etc.) to provide the substrate... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates to a substrate having antimicrobial and/or antistatic properties. Such properties are imparted by applying a coating or film formed from a cationically-charged polymer composition comprising a noncationic ethylenically unsaturated monomer, an ethylenica... | 20040701 | 20090217 | 20050106 | 75327.0 | 1 | CAIN, EDWARD J | ANTIMICROBIAL AND ANTISTATIC POLYMERS AND METHODS OF USING SUCH POLYMERS ON VARIOUS SUBSTRATES | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,588 | ACCEPTED | Multiple-path remediation | A security information management system is described, wherein a database of potential vulnerabilities is maintained, along with data describing remediation techniques (patches, policy settings, and configuration options) available to protect against them. At least one vulnerability is associated in the database with m... | 1. A system, comprising: a database associating a plurality of device vulnerabilities to which computing devices can be subject, each having a vulnerability identifier, with a plurality of remediation techniques that remediate the plurality of device vulnerabilities; such that each of the device vulnerabilities is asso... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/484,085. This application is also related to applications titled REAL-TIME VULNERABILITY MONITORING (Attorney Docket No. 36029-3), POLICY-PROTECTION PROXY (Attorney Docket No. 36029-5), VULNERABILITY AND R... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>With the growing popularity of the Internet and the increasing reliance by individuals and businesses on networked computers, network security management has become a critical function for many people. Furthermore, with computing systems themselves becoming more complex, security vulnerabilities ... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>One form of the present invention is a database of information about a plurality of devices, updated in real-time and used by an application to make a security-related decision. The database stores data indicating the installed operating system(s), installed software, patches that have been applied,... | 20040701 | 20120911 | 20050224 | 70959.0 | 3 | ZIA, SYED | MULTIPLE-PATH REMEDIATION | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,718 | ACCEPTED | Method and apparatus for content filtering | A method for filtering content makes use of local filtering agents for end users, and a portal to a network of human reviewing resources. Local filtering agents request content classification for unclassified content. The portal routes requests from local agents to available human reviewing resources. A content classif... | 1. A method for content filtering, comprising: receiving a plurality of requests for review of various content items, each of the various content items comprising information for presenting to end users over a wide area network; routing each of the plurality of requests to at least one of a plurality of reviewing resou... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application claims priority pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/484,237, filed Jun. 30, 2003, which application is specifically incorporated herein, in its entirety, by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The pres... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to methods and apparatus for filtering content delivered to end users over a wide-area network, for example, filtering to prevent inappropriate adult-oriented materials from being accessed by children using public or private... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a method and apparatus for network filtering that is more accurate in filtering out undesired content. In an embodiment of the invention, an apparatus is provided to make the adjustment of filtering more convenient and less time-consuming for a custodi... | 20040630 | 20121016 | 20050602 | 66715.0 | 0 | GMAHL, NAVNEET K | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTENT FILTERING | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,725 | ACCEPTED | Athletic shoe with bottom opening | A shoe having an open interior, a plate positioned between the bottom of the shoe and a portion of the upper, and at least one opening extending from the bottom of the shoe into the midsole for providing air communication with the interior of the upper. In one embodiment, the opening has a height as measured from the b... | 1. A shoe comprising: a bottom, at least a portion of which is ground-engaging; an upper having a forward region, an arch region, a heel region and an open interior; a midsole secured below the upper, the midsole including a rear sole secured below the heel region of the upper, the rear sole having a thickness; a flexi... | This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/447,003, filed May 28, 2003; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/007,535, filed Dec. 4, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,604,300; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 09/641,148, filed Aug. 17, 2000, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,324,772; which is a continuatio... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to an improved rear sole for footwear and, more particularly, to a rear sole for an athletic shoe with an extended and more versatile life and better performance in terms of cushioning and spring. 2. Description of... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is directed to a shoe that substantially obviates one or more of the problems due to limitations and disadvantages of the related art. Additional features and advantages of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be ap... | 20040630 | 20080603 | 20060608 | 94490.0 | A43B1314 | 2 | BAYS, MARIE D | ATHLETIC SHOE WITH BOTTOM OPENING | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | A43B | 2,004 | |
10,882,729 | ACCEPTED | Heel support for athletic shoe | A shoe including a heel support integrally formed of a material different from the midsole material of a rear sole for supporting the foot of a user. The heel support includes a wall along at least one of the medial side of the shoe, the lateral side of the shoe and the rear of the shoe that extends vertically at least... | 1. A shoe comprising: a bottom, a medial side, a lateral side and a rear; an upper having a forward region, an arch region and a heel region; a forward sole below the forward region of the upper, the forward sole having a bottom surface that is at least in part ground-engaging; a rear sole below at least a portion of t... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/447,003, filed May 28, 2003; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/007,535, filed Dec. 4, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,604,300; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 09/641,148, filed Aug. 17, 2000, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,324... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/447,003, filed May 28, 2003; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/007,535, filed Dec. 4, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,604,300; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 09/641,148, filed Aug. 17, 2000, now U.S. Pa... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is directed to a shoe that substantially obviates one or more of the problems due to limitations and disadvantages of the related art. Additional features and advantages of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be ap... | 20040630 | 20090602 | 20061116 | 94490.0 | A43B1314 | 2 | BAYS, MARIE D | HEEL SUPPORT FOR ATHLETIC SHOE | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | A43B | 2,004 | |
10,882,733 | ACCEPTED | Removing a high-k gate dielectric | A metal oxide layer on a substrate is converted at least partly to a metal layer. At least part of the metal layer is covered by an oxidation resistant cover. The covered layer and underlying metal may be removed, for example, using acid. | 1. A method for making a semiconductor device comprising: forming a metal oxide layer on a substrate; converting at least part of the metal oxide layer to a metal; and covering a converted part of said metal oxide layer with a cap layer. 2. The method of claim 1 including covering a converted part with a cap layer solu... | BACKGROUND This invention relates generally to methods for making semiconductor devices, in particular, semiconductor devices that include high dielectric constant (k) gate dielectric layers. MOS field-effect transistors with very thin silicon dioxide based gate dielectrics may experience unacceptable gate leakage curr... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>This invention relates generally to methods for making semiconductor devices, in particular, semiconductor devices that include high dielectric constant (k) gate dielectric layers. MOS field-effect transistors with very thin silicon dioxide based gate dielectrics may experience unacceptable gate ... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>FIGS. 1 a - 1 f represent cross-sections of structures that may be formed when carrying out an embodiment of the method of the present invention. Features shown in these figures are not intended to be drawn to scale. detailed-description description="Detailed Description" e... | 20040630 | 20090818 | 20060105 | 65362.0 | H01L21335 | 0 | CAO, PHAT X | REMOVING A HIGH-K GATE DIELECTRIC | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | H01L | 2,004 | |
10,882,833 | ACCEPTED | Method for detecting, reporting and responding to network node-level events and a system thereof | A system for detecting, reporting and responding to network node-level occurrences on a network-wide level includes one or more first mobile agents, each of the one or more first mobile agents is hosted by one of a plurality of nodes in the network. An event detection system communicates network event information assoc... | 1. A method for detecting, reporting and responding to network node-level occurrences on a network-wide level, the method comprising: providing one or more first mobile agents, each of the one or more first mobile agents is hosted by one of a plurality of nodes in a network; communicating network event information asso... | This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/488,190 filed Jul. 17, 2003 which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates generally to network communications and, more particularly, to a method and system for providing inf... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Current network security systems are primarily insular. These detection systems, such as virus scanners and intrusion detection systems, lack the capability to collaborate events to the controlled network. In other words, they lack the capability and inherent architecture to address attacks from ... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>A system for detecting, reporting and responding to network node-level occurrences on a network-wide level in accordance with embodiments of the present invention includes one or more first mobile agents, each of the one or more first mobile agents is hosted by one of a plurality of nodes in the net... | 20040701 | 20100223 | 20050120 | 96612.0 | 1 | HO, ANDY | METHOD FOR DETECTING, REPORTING AND RESPONDING TO NETWORK NODE-LEVEL EVENTS AND A SYSTEM THEREOF | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,882,947 | ACCEPTED | RFID device preparation system and method | An RFID device preparation system includes a printer combined with a short-range tester/reader. The tester/reader operatively couples to the RFID device using capacitive and/or magnetic coupling. By use of capacitive and/or magnetic coupling, good read characteristics may be obtained, while obtaining excellent discrimi... | 1. An RFID device preparation system comprising: a tester/reader for interacting with a plurality of RFID devices on a sheet or roll; and a printer for printing on a layer of the RFID devices; wherein the tester/reader includes one or more reactive coupling elements that interact with the RFID devices through reactive ... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Technical Field The invention relates to systems and methods for preparing RFID devices. 2. Background of the Related Art Radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and labels (collectively referred to herein as “devices”) are widely used to associate an object with an identification code... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Technical Field The invention relates to systems and methods for preparing RFID devices. 2. Background of the Related Art Radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and labels (collectively referred to herein as “devices”) are widely used to associate an object with an identif... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>According to an aspect of the invention, a system for preparing RFID devices includes a tester/reader that interacts with RFID devices in any through reactive coupling. The reactive coupling may be capacitive, magnetic, or a combination of both. The system may also include a printer... | 20040701 | 20071211 | 20060105 | 69902.0 | G06K700 | 2 | TWEEL JR, JOHN ALEXANDER | RFID DEVICE PREPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06K | 2,004 | |
10,883,005 | ACCEPTED | Self-associating wireless personal area network | Methods and apparatus are provided for automatically and autonomously forming a wireless personal area network (WPAN) from an array of intercommunicating personal area network (PAN) devices. The devices comprise first communicators associated with primary functions of the devices and second communicators coupled to the... | 1. A Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) forming element, comprising: a primary user function subsystem; and a WPAN association function subsystem coupled to the primary user function subsystem, wherein the primary user function subsystem and/or the WPAN association function subsystem interrogate one or more neighbor... | CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/799,063, filed Mar. 11, 2004. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention generally relates to wireless communication among distributed elements, and more particularly to automatic association of such distributed element... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Many modern electronic devices are portable and capable of communicating with each other and various base stations using wireless signaling. Non-limiting examples are 2-way radios, telephones, headsets, bar code scanners, Global Positioning System (GPS) units, Personal Digital As... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>An apparatus is provided for automatically and autonomously forming a wireless personal area network (WPAN) from an array of intercommunicating personal area network (PAN) devices. The devices comprise first communicators associated with primary functions of the devices and se... | 20040630 | 20080722 | 20050915 | 98576.0 | 0 | PHAM, TUAN | SELF-ASSOCIATING WIRELESS PERSONAL AREA NETWORK | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,077 | ACCEPTED | Re-entrant cavity fluorescent lamp system | An electrodeless fluorescent lamp (10) having a burner (20), a ballast housing (30) containing a ballast (40) and a screw base (50) for connection to a power supply. A reentrant cavity (60) is formed in the burner (20) and an amalgam receptacle (70) containing amalgam (75) is formed as a part of the reentrant portion a... | 1. In an electrodeless fluorescent lamp having a burner, a ballast housing containing a ballast and a base for connection to a power supply, the improvement comprising: a reentrant cavity in said burner; an amalgam receptacle in communication with said burner; a housing cap connecting said burner to said ballast housin... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority from Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/519,143 filed Nov. 12, 2003. TECHNICAL FIELD This invention relates to fluorescent lamps and more particularly to electrodeless fluorescent lamps. Still more particularly, it relates to such lamps ha... | <SOH> BACKGROUND ART <EOH>As market forces call for more efficient fluorescent lamps to be smaller and more incandescent in shape, conventional electroded fluorescent lamp faces difficult hurdles. The A-shaped bulb that covers conventional electroded discharges causes an approximately 8% lumen decrease due to reflecti... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>FIG. 1 is an elevational view of an embodiment of the invention, partially in section; and FIG. 2 is an enlarged sectional view of the ballast housing of the invention. detailed-description description="Detailed Description" end="lead"? | 20040701 | 20061010 | 20050512 | 80246.0 | 0 | VO, TUYET THI | RE-ENTRANT CAVITY FLUORESCENT LAMP SYSTEM | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,083 | ACCEPTED | Coil antenna | A coil antenna is disclosed comprising a magnetic core and a wire wound around the magnetic core. The magnetic core is flexible and bendable and is made of a mixture comprising soft magnetic powder and an organic binder agent. The soft magnetic powder comprises a plurality of particles each of which is coated with an i... | 1. A coil antenna comprising a magnetic core and a wire wound around the magnetic core, wherein: the magnetic core is flexible and bendable and is made of a mixture comprising soft magnetic powder and an organic binder agent; and the soft magnetic powder comprises a plurality of particles each of which is coated with a... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to a coil antenna used for transmitting and/or for receiving radio signals within a low or medium frequency band. Specifically, the target frequencies of the radio signals range from 10 kHz to 5 MHz. There have been used or proposed various kinds of apparatuses, system... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>This invention relates to a coil antenna used for transmitting and/or for receiving radio signals within a low or medium frequency band. Specifically, the target frequencies of the radio signals range from 10 kHz to 5 MHz. There have been used or proposed various kinds of apparat... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Inventors of the present invention could recognize that, in JP-A 2001-337181, there was a preconception which impeded large improvement of a coil antenna in its design flexibility. The preconception was that a core for coil antenna was not allowed to be bent flexibly. Since there wa... | 20040701 | 20070123 | 20050203 | 63407.0 | 0 | CABUCOS, MARIE G | COIL ANTENNA | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,101 | ACCEPTED | Web server apparatus and method for virus checking | A web server computer system includes a virus checker and mechanisms for checking e-mails and their attachments, downloaded files, and web sites for possible viruses. The virus checker allows a web server to perform virus checking of different types of information real-time as the information is requested by a web clie... | 1. A web server computer apparatus comprising: (A) at least one processor; (B) a memory coupled to the at least one processor; (C) a virus checker application residing in the memory; and (D) a virus control mechanism residing in the memory and executed by the at least one processor, the virus control mechanism: determi... | RELATED APPLICATION This patent application is a divisional of U.S. Ser. No. 09/605,258 entitled “WEB SERVER APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VIRUS CHECKING” filed on Sep. 11, 2000, which is incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Technical Field This invention generally relates to web pages and more s... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Technical Field This invention generally relates to web pages and more specifically relates to a web server apparatus and method that provides information to web clients. 2. Background Art Since the dawn of the computer age, computer systems have evolved into extremely sophist... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS <EOH>The preferred embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, where like designations denote like elements, and: FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an apparatus in accordance with the preferred embodiments; FIG. 2 is a blo... | 20040701 | 20070213 | 20050106 | 58374.0 | 0 | DONAGHUE, LARRY D | WEB SERVER APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VIRUS CHECKING | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,156 | ACCEPTED | Single-use long-life faucet-mounted water filtration devices | Single-use long-life faucet mounted water filtration devices are disclosed. A bathroom water filtration device having two outlets for filtered water is disclosed. Additionally, a fountain head is included for use in the bathroom water filtration device. The water filtration device is of unibody construction formed by u... | 1. A water filtration device comprising: a water filter housing having an inlet and an outlet; said water filter housing includes an end cap; a filter end cap; a wet chamber formed within said water filter housing and said filter end cap; a water filter non-removably contained within said water filter housing; a passag... | This patent application is a continuation in part of copending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/613,950 filed Jul. 3, 2003 and claims priority thereto. FIELD OF INVENTION The field of the invention is water filtration devices. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The demand for pure water continues to grow rapidly due to inc... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The demand for pure water continues to grow rapidly due to increasing concerns about the quality and safety of tap water, the popularity of water as a beverage (instead of soda and alcohol) and the growing awareness that most people do not drink enough water as prescribed by the ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A single-use faucet-mounted water filtration device is provided. The device is of uni-body construction and has no removable or replaceable parts yet provides long life operation. This arrangement makes the device more convenient to use compared with other devices that require frequ... | 20040701 | 20070807 | 20050505 | 60170.0 | 0 | CECIL, TERRY K | FAUCET-MOUNTED WATER FILTRATION DEVICE INCLUDING GATE POSITION SENSOR | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,318 | ACCEPTED | Annular or penannular prism | An annular prism capable of causing light (or other radiation) to either converge or diverge is defined by an annulus of material which is transparent to the light (or other radiation). The annulus tapers radially towards either its outer periphery or its central aperture. If the annulus tapers towards its outer periph... | 1. An annular prism for refracting radiation, comprising: an annulus of material transparent to said radiation, said annulus having a radially directed taper from a first edge of said annulus to a second edge of said annulus, said first edge being defined by one of an outer periphery of said annulus and a central apert... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to lenses and prisms, and more particularly to lenses and prisms capable of converging or diverging light or other forms of radiation. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION In the field of optics, the use of lenses is commonplace. As is well known in the art, a lens is a piece... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>In the field of optics, the use of lenses is commonplace. As is well known in the art, a lens is a piece of glass, plastic, or other transparent material with opposite surfaces, either or both of which are curved, by means of which light rays are refracted so that they converge o... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>An annular prism capable of causing light (or other radiation) to either converge or diverge is defined by an annulus of material which is transparent to the light (or other radiation). The annulus tapers radially towards either its outer periphery or its central aperture. If the an... | 20040701 | 20060926 | 20060105 | 73318.0 | G02B2500 | 0 | COLLINS, DARRYL J | ANNULAR OR PENANNULAR PRISM | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | G02B | 2,004 | |
10,883,329 | ACCEPTED | Agricultural applicator configuration for enhanced visibility | A configuration of a three-wheeled agricultural applicator is provided that enhances visibility or the field of view of an operator. The three-wheeled agricultural applicator includes a frame assembly having a fork assembly and a kingpin extending generally upward therefrom. The three-wheeled agricultural applicator fu... | 1. A three-wheeled vehicle, comprising: a drive unit interconnected with a plurality of wheel assemblies in such a manner so as to drive the three-wheeled vehicle in a forward direction of travel, the plurality of wheel assemblies including a single front wheel assembly; a frame assembly mounted on the plurality of whe... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The invention relates to a configuration of an agricultural applicator and, more particularly, to a configuration of a three-wheeled agricultural applicator which provides an operator an enhanced field of view. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Numerous types of agricultural applicators or tractors are... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Numerous types of agricultural applicators or tractors are available today. These can include a pull-type unit or a self-propelled unit. A certain known agricultural applicator is also referred to as a “floater.” The floater is a large vehicle that uses large, oversized floatatio... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a three-wheeled vehicle configured with an enhanced field of view for an operator. The three-wheeled vehicle includes a frame assembly in support of a drive unit interconnected to drive the frame assembly on three wheel assemblies in a forward directio... | 20040701 | 20070612 | 20060105 | 66470.0 | B62D3306 | 0 | ROCCA, JOSEPH M | AGRICULTURAL APPLICATOR CONFIGURATION FOR ENHANCED VISIBILITY | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | B62D | 2,004 | |
10,883,351 | ACCEPTED | Integrated security framework | A method and apparatus for an integrated security framework. An embodiment of a method comprises identifying network paths for a system; identifying products and platforms for the system; applying application security for the system; analyzing security status for the system; and, based at least in part on the analysis ... | 1. A method comprising: identifying network paths for a system; identifying products and platforms for the system; applying application security for the system; analyzing a security status for the system; and based at least in part on the analysis of the security status, automatically identifying changes for the networ... | FIELD An embodiment of the invention relates to security systems in general, and more specifically to an integrated security framework. BACKGROUND In all types of system or enterprise operations, security is a major issue that is becoming increasingly important. The introduction of distributed computer access to system... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>In all types of system or enterprise operations, security is a major issue that is becoming increasingly important. The introduction of distributed computer access to systems, while providing great benefits, also creates numerous risks. Unauthorized accesses to systems can potentially cause sizea... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>The invention may be best understood by referring to the following description and accompanying drawings that are used to illustrate embodiments of the invention. In the drawings: FIG. 1 illustrates an embodiment of security elements; FIG. 2 illustrates an embodiment of ope... | 20040630 | 20090512 | 20060126 | 94363.0 | G06F1214 | 0 | COULTER, KENNETH R | INTEGRATED SECURITY FRAMEWORK | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,883,537 | ACCEPTED | Electronic device display system and method | A system and method are provided for displaying electronic devices operable when electrical power is supplied to them at respective operating voltages through respective power connectors. The system has a power supply providing input electrical current at a first voltage and cable structures each connected with the pow... | 1. A system for displaying a plurality of electronic devices each being operable when electrical power is supplied thereto at a respective operating voltage through a respective power connector, said system comprising: a power supply providing input electrical current at a first voltage; a plurality of cable structures... | RELATED APPLICATIONS This application asserts priority based on U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/485,263 filed by Opher Pail on Jul. 3, 2003. FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to the field of displays for electronic devices, and more particularly, to displays that support multiple devices to ... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Systems for displaying electronic devices in a store have been devised that supply electrical power to the devices so that a potential buyer can actually pick up and use the electronic device, such as a camcorder or camera, in the store before purchasing it, to select the best mo... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a system for display of electronic devices to consumers that overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art, especially a system that allows for ready adaptation to electronic devices of any voltage and of any cable configuration. ... | 20040701 | 20060321 | 20050106 | 87035.0 | 2 | SQUIRES, BRETT | ELECTRONIC DEVICE DISPLAY SYSTEM AND METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,667 | ACCEPTED | Recording medium, method of configuring control information thereof, recording and/or reproducing method using the same, and apparatus thereof | The present invention provides a method of recording control information in a recordable optical disc including at least one recording layer. In recording control information within a management area of an optical disc including at least one or more recording layers, the present invention includes providing the control... | 1. A method of recording control information on a recording medium, comprising the steps of: generating a control information associated with at least one or more recording layers and recording velocities, the control information including first information identifying a type of the corresponding control information, t... | This application claims the benefit of the Korean Application No. 10-2003-0045825 filed on Jul. 7, 2003 and No. 10-2003-0056540 filed on Aug. 14, 2003 and No. 10-2003-0061785 filed on Sep. 4, 2003, which are hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention re... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method of recording control information on a recording medium, such as a recordable optical disc, and a method of recording data on a recording medium using the control information. 2. Discussion of the Related Art A hi... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, the present invention is directed to a method of recording control information in an optical disc that substantially obviates one or more problems due to limitations and disadvantages of the related art. An object of the present invention is to provide a new method of r... | 20040706 | 20121113 | 20050113 | 63353.0 | 0 | BERNARDI, BRENDA C | RECORDING MEDIUM, METHOD OF CONFIGURING CONTROL INFORMATION THEREOF, RECORDING AND/OR REPRODUCING METHOD USING THE SAME, AND APPARATUS THEREOF | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,726 | ACCEPTED | Apparatus for supporting a stator end winding | An apparatus (10) for supporting a winding (7) on a stator (1), in particular on a generator stator in a power station. The winding (7) has an end winding (9) which is supported axially on the core (2) of the stator (1) via winding supports (11) of the supporting apparatus (10). The winding supports (11) are supported ... | 1. An apparatus for supporting a winding on a stator, the stator including a core and at least one axial end face, the apparatus comprising: a winding having two or more winding bars having ends which pass axially out of the stator core to form an end winding which widens in the form of a funnel on the at least one axi... | This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119 to German application no. 103 30 523.8, filed Jul. 5, 2003, the entirety of which is incorporated by reference herein. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an apparatus for supporting a winding on a stator, in parti... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an apparatus for supporting a winding on a stator, in particular on a generator stator in a power station. 2. Brief Description of the Related Art Normally, a stator, in particular a generator stator in a power station, h... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention is intended to overcome this problem. The invention relates to the problem of specifying an improved embodiment for supporting a stator winding or an end winding, which can maintain the desired stress or supporting effect better particularly during varying operating co... | 20040706 | 20051115 | 20050210 | 86435.0 | 0 | MULLINS, BURTON S | APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING A STATOR END WINDING | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,883,783 | ACCEPTED | Method and device for monitoring the validity of at least one parameter which is calculated by an anemometeric unit of an aircraft | Method and device for monitoring the validity of at least one parameter which is calculated by an anemometeric unit of an aircraft. The device (1) includes means (13) for taking into account n first data, each dependent on said parameter being monitored, n being greater than or equal to 1, means (15) for taking into ac... | 1. A method for monitoring the validity of at least one parameter which is calculated by an anemometeric unit (2) of an aircraft, wherein: a) a number n of first data are taken into account, each dependent on said parameter which is being monitored, n being an integer greater than or equal to 1; b) a plurality of p sec... | The present invention relates to a method and a device for monitoring the validity of at least one parameter which is calculated by an anemometeric unit of an aircraft. The parameters which are suitable for being monitored in the scope of the present invention, and which are calculated by an anemometeric unit, are in p... | 20040706 | 20080819 | 20050113 | 62525.0 | 0 | FREJD, RUSSELL WARREN | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MONITORING THE VALIDITY OF AT LEAST ONE PARAMETER WHICH IS CALCULATED BY AN ANEMOMETERIC UNIT OF AN AIRCRAFT | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||||
10,883,860 | ACCEPTED | Cache memory system and method capable of adaptively accommodating various memory line sizes | A cache memory system capable of adaptively accommodating various memory line sizes comprises cache memory and cache logic. The cache memory has sets of ways. The cache logic is configured to request a memory line in response to a cache miss, and the memory line represents a portion of a way line. The cache logic is co... | 1. A cache memory system capable of adaptively accommodating various memory line sizes, comprising: cache memory having sets of ways; and cache logic configured to request a memory line in response to a cache miss, the memory line representing a portion of a way line, the cache logic configured to select one of the way... | RELATED ART In processing instructions of a computer program, it is often necessary for a processor to retrieve data from memory. The retrieval of such data takes a finite amount of time, and delays in processing instructions can be caused by the processor waiting on data to be retrieved from memory. In an effort to mi... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE <EOH>Generally, embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods capable of adaptively accommodating various memory line sizes. A cache memory system in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure comprises cache memory and cache logic. The cache m... | 20040702 | 20090602 | 20060105 | 67550.0 | G06F1200 | 0 | THAMMAVONG, PRASITH | CACHE MEMORY SYSTEM AND METHOD CAPABLE OF ADAPTIVELY ACCOMMODATING VARIOUS MEMORY LINE SIZES | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | ||
10,883,961 | ACCEPTED | Process and device for biological treatment of a suspension in a bioreactor with integrated hydraulic top scum treatment | A process and a device for biological treatment of a suspension in a bioreactor, wherein the suspension is circulated, at least some of the suspension is routed through a vertically aligned guide zone in the bioreactor so that a vertical flow of the suspension is produced. The top scum in the area of the suspension fil... | 1. In a process for biological treatment of a suspension in a bioreactor in which to circulate the suspension, at least some of the suspension is routed through a vertically aligned guide zone so that a vertical flow of at least a portion of the suspension is produced, which flow proceeds into the area of the suspensio... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Ser. No. 10/740,690 filed Dec. 23, 2003 and claims priority to German Application 103 58 399.8. This application is also related to a concurrently filed application entitled “Process And Device For Biological Treatment Of A Suspen... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>Various features and attendant advantages of the present invention will be more fully appreciated as the same becomes better understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference characters designate the same or similar parts thro... | 20040706 | 20070306 | 20050210 | 75148.0 | 0 | BARRY, CHESTER T | PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT OF A SUSPENSION IN A BIOREACTOR WITH INTEGRATED HYDRAULIC TOP SCUM TREATMENT | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | ||||
10,884,010 | ACCEPTED | System and method for electronically managing remote review of documents | A system and method are provided for electronically managing remote review of documents that are stored on a central repository. The remote review system advantageously enables a remote reviewer, lacking repository access, to remotely review and record decisions in respect to documents stored in the repository and then... | 1. A system for electronically managing remote review of documents for legal purposes comprising: a repository of electronically stored documents; an export tool for exporting one or more of the documents for remote review by a reviewer lacking access to the repository; and an import tool for importing decisions of the... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/484,731 filed Jul. 3, 2003, and to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/485,540 filed Jul. 8, 2003 which are incorporated by reference herein in their entirety. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The presen... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention relates generally to a system and method for electronically managing remote review of documents for legal purposes. More specifically, the invention relates to an improved system and method for permitting stand-alone remote review of the documents while prov... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION <EOH>According to one aspect of the invention, a system and method are provided for electronically managing the remote review of documents that are stored in a central repository. The inventive system and method advantageously enable a remote reviewer, lacking repository access... | 20040702 | 20100413 | 20050106 | 95367.0 | 0 | MYINT, DENNIS Y | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTRONICALLY MANAGING REMOTE REVIEW OF DOCUMENTS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,134 | ACCEPTED | Motor assembly of X2Y RFI attenuation capacitors for motor radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) suppression | A connector structure for a brush motor includes a connector body 10 associated with the motor, an X2Y capacitor structure 20, a positive power terminal connection structure 14 associated, a negative power terminal connection structure 14′ and a ground connection structure 16. The positive power terminal connection str... | 1. A connector structure for a brush motor, comprising: a connector body associated with the motor, an X2Y capacitor structure, a positive power terminal connection structure associated with the connector body, the positive power terminal connection structure being electrically connected with the capacitor structure an... | This application is based on U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/564,558, filed on Apr. 22, 2004, and claims the benefit thereof for priority purposes. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The invention relates to suppression of RFI for brush motors for automotive applications based on X2Y technology. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Mot... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Motor RFI Suppression is commonly completed by the use of a multitude wire wound inductors in series with the brushes and a film or ceramic capacitor in parallel to the power supply source. An improved RFI suppression package, based on new technology of the X2Y component, is need... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>An object of the invention is to fulfill the need referred to above. In accordance with the principles of the present invention, this objective is achieved by providing a connector structure for a brush motor. The connector structure includes a connector body associated with the mot... | 20040702 | 20060328 | 20051027 | 60304.0 | 0 | DUVERNE, JEAN F | MOTOR ASSEMBLY OF X2Y RFI ATTENUATION CAPACITORS FOR MOTOR RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) AND ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) SUPPRESSION | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,184 | ACCEPTED | Liquid dispensing device and steam cleaner containing same | A liquid dispensing unit for a steam cleaner with a hand grip for dispensing steam is provided. The liquid dispenser injects a liquid, such as soap, into the steam to be applied to the dirt or stain to be removed. The dispenser includes a housing with at least one liquid cleaning agent tank adapted to fit onto the nozz... | 1. A liquid dispensing unit, comprising: a housing with a fluid passage therethrough; at least one liquid storage reservoir mounted on the housing; a pump having an inlet conduit connected to the reservoir and an outlet conduit connected to the fluid passage; the inlet conduit for conveying the liquid from the storage ... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The invention relates generally to a liquid dispensing device, and more particularly to a device for dispensing a controlled amount of liquid cleaner into a steam outlet of a steam cleaner. Steaming devices used to apply steam to household objects are well known. The uses of the devices vary... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention relates generally to a liquid dispensing device, and more particularly to a device for dispensing a controlled amount of liquid cleaner into a steam outlet of a steam cleaner. Steaming devices used to apply steam to household objects are well known. The uses of the ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Generally speaking, in accordance with the invention, a liquid dispensing unit suitable for injecting a controlled amount of liquid, such as a liquid soap agent into the outlet of a steam cleaning device as steam is applied to an object to be cleaned is provided. The steam generatin... | 20040702 | 20090113 | 20060105 | 63405.0 | A47L514 | 1 | WILSON, LEE D | LIQUID DISPENSING DEVICE AND STEAM CLEANER CONTAINING SAME | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | A47L | 2,004 | |
10,884,187 | ACCEPTED | System and method for creating and navigating a linear hypermedia resource program | A method and system for creating and navigating linear hypermedia resource programs are disclosed. The system includes a distributed hypermedia resource network having a plurality of hypermedia resources residing on one or more remote information nodes. A common remote information node is in communication with a subscr... | 1. A computer readable medium having computer executable instructions for navigating a linear Web tour on the World-Wide Web, the linear Web tour including a plurality of websites at respective remote information nodes, the plurality of websites associated by a series of exclusive forward links, each website having a p... | RELATED APPLICATIONS This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 09/964,104, filed Sep. 26, 2001, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 09/680,899, filed Oct. 6, 2000, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,330,596, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 09/167,514, filed Oct. 6, 1998, now... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The World Wide Web (the “Web”) provides an alternative source of information for consumers and business users. Some users also view the Web as a source of entertainment. Surfing the Web, cybercafes, etc. appeal to the sophisticated Web user as a way of having a good time. Many Am... | <SOH> BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS <EOH>FIG. 1 is a diagram of a system for use in creating and navigating a linear hypermedia resource program according to a preferred embodiment. FIG. 2 illustrates hypermedia resources that may reside on information nodes in the distributed hypermedia network of FIG. 1 . FIG. 3... | 20040701 | 20070508 | 20050512 | 82046.0 | 4 | BAROT, BHARAT | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING AND NAVIGATING A LINEAR HYPERMEDIA RESOURCE PROGRAM | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,340 | ACCEPTED | Air delivery apparatus and method | An air compressor, air reservoir and an air dryer each are provided on wheeled frame. Compressed air charges the reservoir and is dehumidified in the dryer for simultaneous delivery to plural air ventilation systems worn by individuals. | 1. Air delivery apparatus for delivering air simultaneously to a plurality of individuals, each wearing an air ventilation garment for regulating or modifying the individual's body temperature, comprising: an air compressor; an air reservoir fluidly connected to the air compressor; an air dryer fluidly connected to the... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to air delivery systems, and more particularly to a modular air delivery system that provides a supply of pressurized, treated air to protective equipment worn by an individual to regulate the individual's body temperature. BACKGROUND Many people wear equip... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Many people wear equipment and clothing designed to protect them from temperature extremes, and to regulate the temperature of their body. Professionals such as firefighters and athletes most often use this type of protective equipment and clothing, although use of such clothing is by no means li... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a modular air delivery system for use in supplying treated air to plural individuals wearing ventilation apparatus. The system is modular and easily transported to any location. | 20040701 | 20131210 | 20060105 | 59055.0 | B08B1500 | 0 | KOSANOVIC, HELENA | Air delivery apparatus and method | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | B08B | 2,004 | |
10,884,354 | ACCEPTED | Dryer venting apparatus, techniques and installation kit | Venting through the walls of an interior room of a building to an external environment is facilitated by apparatus and techniques for mounting an in-wall unit for interfacing with the exhaust ports of equipment, such as dryers, using flexible pipe. The in-wall unit connects with venting pipe, such as stovepipe, for con... | 1. An in-wall unit for providing an interface between equipment needing venting and an exterior environment, comprising: a. a base plate; b. a hollow conical section Pac attached to said base plate and configured to receive flexible pipe from said equipment at a larger end and to connect to a path to said exterior envi... | CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application incorporates by reference in its entirety and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application 60/484,866, filed Jul. 3, 2003, by inventor Philip Charron. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The invention is directed to equipment venting apparatu... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The invention is directed to equipment venting apparatus and techniques and to an installation kit for installing equipment venting, and particularly in-wall dryer venting. 2. Description of Related Art Technique for venting automatic clothes dryers thro... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The purpose of this invention is to provide for easy installation of dryer venting which is particularly suitable for installation in laundry rooms that are internal to a structure. The following figures and descriptions describe how this may be done and illustrate the techniq... | 20040702 | 20080909 | 20050113 | 58971.0 | 0 | GRAVINI, STEPHEN MICHAEL | DRYER VENTING APPARATUS, TECHNIQUES AND INSTALLATION KIT | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,524 | ACCEPTED | Use of volume Bragg gratings for the conditioning of laser emission characteristics | Apparatus and methods for altering one or more spectral, spatial, or temporal characteristics of a light-emitting device are disclosed. Generally, such apparatus may include a volume Bragg grating (VBG) element that receives input light generated by a light-emitting device, conditions one or more characteristics of the... | 1. Apparatus for altering a characteristic of a light-emitting device, the apparatus comprising: a volume Bragg grating (VBG) element that receives input light generated by a light-emitting device, conditions one or more characteristics of the input light, and causes the light-emitting device to generate light having t... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) of provisional U.S. patent applications Nos. 60/484,857, filed Jul. 03, 2003, and 60/564,526, filed Apr. 26, 2004. The respective disclosures of each of the above-referenced patent applications are incorporated herein by re... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Laser cavities or resonators, however complex, typically include two or more mirrors or other reflecting devices that form a closed optical path for rays traveling in a certain direction. An optical element positioned in that closed optical path, which includes mirrors and/or oth... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The invention provides methods and apparatuses that can overcome the problems known in the prior art. The invention provides several practical embodiments of using VBG elements for conditioning any or all of the output characteristics of lasers and other light-emitting devices. The ... | 20040702 | 20071120 | 20050127 | 78489.0 | 1 | NGUYEN, DUNG T | USE OF VOLUME BRAGG GRATINGS FOR THE CONDITIONING OF LASER EMISSION CHARACTERISTICS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,641 | ACCEPTED | Adaptive transmission in multi-access asynchronous channels | A hybrid transmission cycle (HTC) unit of bandwidth on a shared transmission medium is defined to include an adaptive, time division multiplexing transmission cycle (ATTC), which is allocated in portions sequentially among all participating network entities, and a residual transmission cycle (RTC), which is allocated i... | 1. A method of communication over a shared transmission medium, comprising: defining a transmission cycle having a first portion and a second portion which are alternately repeated; allocating a part of the first transmission cycle portion to each of a plurality of network entities employing the shared transmission med... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to communication between multiple devices over a single, shared transmission medium, and more specifically to employing an adaptive medium access control protocol together with a corresponding logical link control protocol sup... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to communication between multiple devices over a single, shared transmission medium, and more specifically to employing an adaptive medium access control protocol together with a corresponding logical link control ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>A hybrid transmission cycle (HTC) unit of bandwidth on a shared transmission medium is defined to include an adaptive, time division multiplexing transmission cycle (ATTC), which is allocated in portions sequentially among all participating network entities, and a residual transmiss... | 20040702 | 20100518 | 20050526 | 67978.0 | 29 | HSU, ALPUS | ADAPTIVE TRANSMISSION IN MULTI-ACCESS ASYNCHRONOUS CHANNELS | SMALL | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,643 | ACCEPTED | Stripe removal system | A system for removing paint and other coatings from hard surfaces is mounted on a truck for over-the-road travel. The truck bed carries a high power vacuum pump, a self propelled tractor with an attached blast head, a liquid reservoir, a sump or vacuum tank, and a ramp for loading the tractor. The reservoir is connecte... | 1. A cleaning system for removing coatings from a hard surface by high pressure liquid comprising a liquid reservoir connected to a high pressure pump, said pump connected to a mobile blast head by a high pressure hose, said blast head having at least one high pressure nozzle for delivering high pressure liquid onto a ... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to the field of high pressure water cleaning devices for highways, runways, parking decks, and other hard surfaces. PRIOR ART BACKGROUND The use of paint stripes on road surfaces is the accepted method to indicate vehicle lanes, crossing lanes, parking areas and numerous ot... | <SOH> PRIOR ART BACKGROUND <EOH>The use of paint stripes on road surfaces is the accepted method to indicate vehicle lanes, crossing lanes, parking areas and numerous other indicators. Various pavement marking techniques are known, including the use of traffic paint, thermoplastic, epoxy paint and preformed tapes. Com... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION <EOH>Briefly, disclosed is a cleaning system for removing coatings from a hard surface by high pressure liquid. The system employs a liquid reservoir connected to a high pressure pump for directing ultra high pressure water through a blast head mounted on a self-propelled mobile ... | 20040702 | 20070814 | 20060105 | 77734.0 | B08B504 | 1 | HUSBAND, SARAH E | STRIPE REMOVAL SYSTEM | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | B08B | 2,004 | |
10,884,693 | ACCEPTED | Data I/O system using a plurality of mirror volumes | A data I/O system comprises a plurality of storage devices and a controller which controls the storage devices. In the data I/O system, the controller further includes a read/write unit, responsive to the subsequent receipt of a read request and a write request, for reading data stored in the storage devices and writin... | 1-12. (canceled). 13. A computer connected to a storage device which has a storage region and a controller comprising: a processor; an input section; and a port to connect the computer to the storage device, wherein the processor sends to the storage device via the port, based on information input via the input section... | CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS The present application claims priority upon Japanese Patent Application No. 2003-343478 filed on Oct. 1, 2003, which is herein incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a data I/O system and a method of cont... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a data I/O system and a method of controlling the data I/O system, and specifically relates to a technology to ensure availability of a secondary mirror volume in which a copy of data of a primary volume is written. 2. De... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a data I/O system which can ensure the availability of a secondary mirror volume in which a copy for data of a primary volume is written and provides a method of controlling the data I/O system. An embodiment of the present invention is a data I/O syst... | 20040702 | 20070508 | 20050421 | 98208.0 | 0 | VO, THANH DUC | DATA I/O SYSTEM USING A PLURALITY OF MIRROR VOLUMES | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,699 | ACCEPTED | Directory distributor | Dividing a set of leaf objects having the same path of a directory namespace allows the divided path data sets to be distributed over separate physical stores (e.g., directory servers, network storage, separate memory, etc.). Distribution of divided path data sets over separate physical stores enhances scalability of a... | 1. A method of processing directory requests for a distributed directory namespace, the method comprising: decoding at least part of a directory request to determine a value that corresponds to a distribution criteria, wherein sets of leaf objects having a same directory path in the directory namespace are distributed ... | BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to the field of information processing systems. More specifically, the present invention relates to distributed directory information. 2. Description of the Related Art Information directories are organized repositories of typically descriptive, attribu... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to the field of information processing systems. More specifically, the present invention relates to distributed directory information. 2. Description of the Related Art Information directories are organized repositories of typically descript... | <SOH> SUMMARY <EOH>Dividing a set of leaf objects having the same path of a directory namespace allows the divided path data sets to be distributed over separate physical stores. Distribution of divided path data sets over separate physical stores enhances scalability of a directory namespace and facilitates efficient... | 20040702 | 20121120 | 20051027 | 59939.0 | 0 | EL CHANTI, HUSSEIN A | DIRECTORY DISTRIBUTOR | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,723 | ACCEPTED | Buffer circuit and memory system for selectively outputting data strobe signal according to number of data bits | Provided are a buffer circuit and a memory system for selectively outputting a data strobe signal according to the number of data bits. The buffer circuit includes a first buffer unit, a second buffer unit, and a third buffer unit. The first buffer unit amplifies and outputs a first signal. The second buffer unit ampli... | 1. A buffer circuit for selectively outputting a data strobe signal according to a number of processed data bits, the buffer circuit comprising: a first buffer unit which amplifies and outputs a first signal; a second buffer unit which amplifies and outputs a second signal or outputs the first signal according to the l... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION This application claims the priority of Korean Patent Application No. 2003-45395, filed on Jul. 4, 2003, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the contents of which are incorporated herein in their entirety by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a semi... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>This application claims the priority of Korean Patent Application No. 2003-45395, filed on Jul. 4, 2003, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the contents of which are incorporated herein in their entirety by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relat... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides a buffer circuit for selectively outputting an input data strobe signal according to the number of data bits. The present invention provides a memory system with a buffer circuit for selectively outputting an input data strobe signal according to the n... | 20040702 | 20061017 | 20050526 | 73113.0 | 0 | NGUYEN, DANG T | BUFFER CIRCUIT AND MEMORY SYSTEM FOR SELECTIVELY OUTPUTTING DATA STROBE SIGNAL ACCORDING TO NUMBER OF DATA BITS | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,729 | ACCEPTED | Protein inhibiting aggregation of beta amyloid peptide | The present invention relates to a novel protein inhibiting β amyloid aggregation and a strain producing the protein, more precisely, to a novel protein inhibiting β amyloid aggregation, a gene coding the protein, a Streptomyces sp. strain producing the protein and a therapeutic agent for neurodegenerative disorders co... | 1. A β-amyloid aggregation inhibiting protein having an amino acid sequence represented by SEQ. ID. No 3. 2. A gene coding the protein of claim 1. 3. The gene as set forth in claim 2, wherein the gene has a nucleotide sequence represented by SEQ. ID. No 4. 4. A Streptomyces sp. strain producing the protein of claim 1. ... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a novel protein inhibiting β amyloid aggregation and a strain producing the protein, more precisely, to a novel protein inhibiting β amyloid aggregation, a gene coding the protein, a Streptomyces sp. strain producing the protein and a therapeutic agent for neurode... | <SOH> BACKGROUND <EOH>Alzheimer's disease (referred as “AD” hereinafter) is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder in the elederly effecting millions of individuals throughout the world. One of the pathological hallmarks of AD is the extracellular protein deposits referred as senile plaques (Geula, C. et al., Nat. ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is an object of this invention to provide a novel protein inhibiting β amyloid aggregation, a gene coding the protein, a Streptomyces sp. strain producing the protein and a therapeutic agent for neurodegenerative disorders containing the protein as an effective ingredient. | 20040702 | 20060926 | 20050113 | 98145.0 | 0 | DESAI, ANAND U | PROTEIN INHIBITING AGGREGATION OF BETA AMYLOID PEPTIDE | SMALL | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,808 | ACCEPTED | Very large dataset representation system and method | A system and method for representing a very large dataset that enables a plan manager to define, based upon an organization modelling object, a delegation modelling object for a very large dataset. A very large dataset delegation of multiple subplans is created whose subplans can then be individually filtered for speci... | 1. A very large dataset representation system comprising: a delegation modelling object including: a master dataset definition; one or more than one data dimension-to-user mapping; a target organization definition defining relationships between said master dataset definition and said data dimension-to-user mappings; an... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to electronic databases, and more particularly to the dimensional modelling of a very large dataset. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION With advances in contemporary business information systems, all levels of an organization can now enjoy access to repositories o... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>With advances in contemporary business information systems, all levels of an organization can now enjoy access to repositories of business data known as data warehouses. Data warehousing techniques enable businesses to eliminate extensive amounts of unnecessary workload generated... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention is directed to a very large dataset representation system and method. The system includes a delegation modelling object and a subplan manager for filtering data from subplan definitions in accordance with a predetermined data size limitation in advance of execu... | 20040702 | 20080219 | 20060105 | 70246.0 | G06F1700 | 0 | LY, ANH | VERY LARGE DATASET REPRESENTATION SYSTEM AND METHOD | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G06F | 2,004 | |
10,884,830 | ACCEPTED | Human antibodies that bind human IL-12 and methods for producing | Human antibodies, preferably recombinant human antibodies, that specifically bind to human interleukin-12 (hIL-12) are disclosed. Preferred antibodies have high affinity for hIL-12 and neutralize hIL-12 activity in vitro and in vivo. An antibody of the invention can be a full-length antibody or an antigen-binding porti... | 1. An isolated human antibody, or an antigen-binding portion thereof, that binds to human IL-12, wherein said human antibody is a neutralizing antibody. 2. A selectively mutated human IL-12 antibody, comprising: a human antibody or antigen-binding portion thereof, selectively mutated at a preferred selective mutagenesi... | RELATED APPLICATIONS This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/534,717, filed Mar. 24, 2000, which is a non-provisional application claiming priority to U.S. provisional application Ser. No. 60/126,603, filed Mar. 25, 1999, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGR... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Human interleukin 12 (IL-12) has recently been characterized as a cytokine with a unique structure and pleiotropic effects (Kobayashi, et al. (1989) J Exp Med. 170:827-845; Seder, et al. (1993) Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. 90:10188-10192; Ling, et al. (1995) J Exp Med. 154:116-127; Pod... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>The present invention provides human antibodies that bind human IL-12. The invention also relates to the treatment or prevention of acute or chronic diseases or conditions whose pathology involves IL-12, using the human anti-IL-12 antibodies of the invention. In one aspect, the inve... | 20040701 | 20090317 | 20050106 | 59649.0 | 4 | HISSONG, BRUCE D | HUMAN ANTIBODIES THAT BIND HUMAN IL-12 | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,884,855 | ACCEPTED | Managing activation of cardholders in a secure authentication program | Merchants or other third parties can add an activation link on their Internet site. The activation link can be associated with text or an image, for example a logo. The activation link can be presented to cardholders visiting an Internet site prior to the cardholder initiating a transaction. Upon selecting the activati... | 1. A system for initiating the enrollment of an electronic commerce card in an authentication program, the system comprising: an initial enrollment website; an activation link directing a cardholder system to the initial enrollment website; and an access control server directory including a directory of access control ... | CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/484,927, entitled “Managing Activation of Cardholders in a Secure Authentication Program,” filed Jul. 2, 2003, which is incorporated by reference herein for all purposes. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION E... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Electronic commerce cards are frequently used by consumers to make purchases from merchants over the Internet. Electronic commerce cards include credit cards, debit cards, prepaid purchase cards, travel cards, or any other system that can be used instead of cash to purchase goods... | <SOH> BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Merchants or other third parties can add an activation link on their Internet site. The activation link can be associated with text or an image, for example a logo. The activation link can be presented to cardholders visiting an Internet site prior to the cardholder initiating... | 20040702 | 20060307 | 20050210 | 66771.0 | 0 | LABAZE, EDWYN | MANAGING ACTIVATION OF CARDHOLDERS IN A SECURE AUTHENTICATION PROGRAM | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,885,064 | ACCEPTED | Information writing device | An information writing device in which the information can be written accurately efficiently and in which variable formats of the disc-shaped recording mediums can be coped with without the necessity of providing master discs from one format of the disc-shaped recording medium to another. A grating interferometer clock... | 1. An information writing device comprising a spindle motor including a spindle shaft provided for protruding on a substrate for causing rotation of a disc-shaped recording medium detachably mounted on the spindle shaft; a clock pattern disc including a clock track in which an optically readable clock pattern is record... | BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention This invention relates to an information writing device for writing the information on a disc-shaped recording medium used on being mounted on a disc driving device. 2. Description of Related Art In a disc driving device, employing a disc-shaped recording medium, su... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention This invention relates to an information writing device for writing the information on a disc-shaped recording medium used on being mounted on a disc driving device. 2. Description of Related Art In a disc driving device, employing a disc-shaped recordin... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide an information writing device of high universality by which the servo information can be written accurately and efficiently and which is able to cope with variable formats. It is another object of the present invention to... | 20040707 | 20061114 | 20050217 | 86384.0 | 0 | GIESY, ADAM | INFORMATION WRITING DEVICE | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | 2,004 | |||
10,885,236 | ACCEPTED | Method and apparatus for calibrating an interactive touch system | A method of calibrating an interactive touch system includes moving a pointer along at least one path on a touch surface over a calibration image presented on the touch surface. Pointer coordinates are generated generally continuously during the tracing representing pointer contact locations on the touch surface. The c... | 1. A method of calibrating an interactive touch system comprising: moving a pointer along at least one path on a touch surface over a calibration image presented on said touch surface; generating pointer coordinates generally continuously during pointer movement representing pointer contact locations on said touch surf... | FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to interactive touch systems and in particular to a method and apparatus for calibrating an interactive touch system. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Interactive touch systems are well known in the art and typically include a touch screen having a touch surface... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Interactive touch systems are well known in the art and typically include a touch screen having a touch surface on which contacts are made using a pointer in order to generate user input. Pointer contacts with the touch surface are detected and are used to generate corresponding ... | <SOH> SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>Accordingly, in one aspect of the present invention there is provided a method of calibrating an interactive touch system comprising: moving a pointer along at least one path on a touch surface over a calibration image presented on said touch surface; generating pointer coordinates ... | 20040707 | 20080513 | 20060112 | 64815.0 | G09G500 | 0 | LEE JR, KENNETH B | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CALIBRATING AN INTERACTIVE TOUCH SYSTEM | UNDISCOUNTED | 0 | ACCEPTED | G09G | 2,004 | |
10,885,245 | ACCEPTED | Counter-top scanner with bump protection mechanism and scan angle adjustment mechanism | An improved counter-top bar code scanner is equipped with a bump protection mechanism and a scan angle adjustment mechanism. The bump protection mechanism is provided in the form of a protective sheath fabricated of a shock-absorbing material. The scan angle adjustment mechanism is provided in the form of a movable bra... | 1. A bar code scanner, comprising: (a) a housing including: (i) a substantially omnidirectional laser scanning platform mounted therein, (ii) a window for admitting laser energy into the housing and for allowing laser energy to pass out of the housing; and (iii) a shock-absorbing mechanism in the form of a protective s... | RELATED CASES This is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/043,900, filed Jan. 11, 2002, which is hereby incorporated by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to laser scanning systems, and more particularly to countertop bar code scann... | <SOH> BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION <EOH>1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to laser scanning systems, and more particularly to countertop bar code scanners that are equipped with adjustable mounting mechanisms and adapted to operate in an automatic “hands-free” mode of operation. 2. Descr... | <SOH> OBJECTS AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION <EOH>It is an object of the invention to provide a bar code scanner that is mechanically rugged, so as to endure environmental shock and applied mechanical stresses such as drops and bumps. It is a further object of the invention to provide a self-standing bar code scanner th... | 20040707 | 20060404 | 20050224 | 61839.0 | 0 | CAPUTO, LISA M | COUNTER-TOP SCANNER WITH BUMP PROTECTION MECHANISM AND SCAN ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM | UNDISCOUNTED | 1 | CONT-ACCEPTED | 2,004 |
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