Bullard, US
Andrew L. Bullard, Waltham, MA US
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20140268383 | REACTION COMPENSATED TILT PLATFORM - A reaction compensated tilt platform assembly comprises a support base, and a reaction mass, pivotally coupled to the support base. A tilt platform which can function as or support a mirror is pivotally coupled to the support base. At least two linear actuator coil assemblies are carried by the reaction mass. At least two linear actuator magnet assemblies are carried by the tilt platform and are disposable within the at least two linear actuator coil assemblies. The linear actuator magnet assemblies taper from a larger diameter toward a center of the magnet assembly to a smaller diameter toward an end of the magnet assemblies. Actuation of the linear actuator magnets results in pivotal movement of the tilt platform relative to the reaction mass. | 09-18-2014 |
Andrew L. Bullard, Manhattan Beach, CA US
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20130129407 | Multi-Stage Flexural Pivot - A multi-stage flexural pivot is disclosed. The flexural pivot includes a first support member, a second support member, a coupler, and a plurality of flexures, each flexure having first and second flexible members arranged substantially perpendicular to one another and laterally offset from one another. A first flexure of the plurality of flexures is coupled between the first support member and the coupler to form a first stage and provide for relative rotational movement between the first support member and the coupler. A second flexure of the plurality of flexures is coupled between the second support member and the coupler to form a second stage and provide for relative rotational movement between the second support member and the coupler. Relative rotational movement between the first support member and the second support member is a sum of the relative rotational movements of the first stage and the second stage. | 05-23-2013 |
20140183307 | MULTI-STAGE THERMAL ISOLATOR FOR FOCAL PLANE ARRAYS AND OTHER DEVICES - An apparatus includes a first interface platform and a second interface platform. One interface platform is configured to be coupled to a support structure, and the other interface platform is configured to be coupled to a device that operates at a temperature different than a temperature of the support structure. The apparatus also includes at least one intermediate stage platform and struts connecting the first and second interface platforms to the at least one intermediate stage platform. Top surfaces of the interface platforms may be substantially coplanar. At least a portion of the second interface platform can reside within an opening of the first interface platform. The struts can be arranged in a nested configuration having first and second sets of struts, where the second set is located within the first set. Each strut in the first set could be substantially parallel to an adjacent strut in the second set. | 07-03-2014 |
20140246544 | THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SPACE AND AIR-BORNE SENSORS - According to one embodiment, an apparatus includes a sensor having one or more thermally sensitive components. The sensor is gimbal mounted on a space or air-borne vehicle and includes a component. The component is configured to at least partially adjust a center-of-gravity of the sensor and to at least partially receive and store thermal energy from the one or more thermally sensitive components. The Apparatus also includes a radiator configured to dissipate thermal energy to the ambient environment. The component is thermally coupled between the radiator and the one or more other thermally sensitive components. The radiator is configured to receive thermal energy from the component. | 09-04-2014 |
20150144764 | HIGH BANDWIDTH LINEAR FLEXURE BEARING - A system and a method are disclosed for a high bandwidth linear flexure bearing, which may be particularly useful in high end accelerometers and high-precision linear servo mechanisms. Certain embodiments may apply to sensors that measure motion in one dimension. Such embodiments may substantially improve the off-axis performance of the sensors providing ultra-repeatability while maintaining linearity of motion and linearity in spring rate Some embodiments use spring flexures and flex-couplers to support the sensor stage and connect it to the reference base. Several embodiments are disclosed that may fit the needs of specific applications in the area of high-end servos and accelerometers. | 05-28-2015 |
20150362221 | FREQUENCY-MATCHED CRYOCOOLER SCALING FOR LOW-COST, MINIMAL DISTURBANCE SPACE COOLING - Components within a cryocooler are scaled and/or configured for operation at a CMG operating frequency (e.g., 100 Hz) rather than at 30 to 70 Hz, matching the exported disturbances of control moment gyroscopes on the same platform and reducing line-of-sight jitter for electro-optic infrared focal plane array sensors. The smaller piston working volume and other reduced component sizes allow the cryocooler to be smaller and lighter than designs operating at lower frequencies. Combined with an advanced regenerator suitable for the higher frequency operation, the cryocooler has improved cooling efficiency over such lower frequency designs. | 12-17-2015 |
Andrew Lyle Bullard, Manhattan Beach, CA US
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20140157897 | Hung Mass Accelerometer With Differential Eddy Current Sensing - A new class of accelerometer uses a differential Eddy current sensor to sense the displacement of the proof mass. This accelerometer can provide improved performance in an open-loop configuration based on the thermal stability and improved linearity of the differential Eddy current sensor. The accelerometer may provide lower cost alternatives to commercial grade accelerometers and lower cost and higher reliability alternatives to strategic grade accelerometers. | 06-12-2014 |
Bob Bullard, Signal Mountain, TN US
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20110097460 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT CHILLED WATER COOLING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - The invention described below details a new process that will allow for the extended use of chiller water that is used for cooling food products in food production facilities. The invention utilizes special chemistry to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the chill water over an extended period of time. The invention is designed for use in the processing of any protein and non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The invention enables a food processor to dramatically increase the length of time that the water in a chilled water bath (chiller) may be used before the bath is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. The process and invention is a novel approach to water conservation and microbiological control, and is designed to allow the processor to safely extend the time between chiller dump and fill operations. This invention provides benefits to the processor and the environment that make its use very desirable for all processors of protein and non-protein based products that require chilling of their product in a water bath. | 04-28-2011 |
Brian Bullard, Las Cruces, NM US
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20080213768 | Identification and use of biomarkers for non-invasive and early detection of liver injury - The present invention provides methods for identifying and evaluating suites of biochemical and/or gene entities useful as biomarkers for early prediction of disease and/or toxicity, disease staging, target identification/validation, and monitoring of drug efficacy/toxicity. The present invention further provides suites of small molecule entities as biomarkers for non-invasive and early prediction of hepatic injury. | 09-04-2008 |
Brian L. Bullard, Elk Grove, CA US
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20090301904 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE SEPARATE STORAGE AND MIXING OF SUBSTANCES - A storage and mixing device has an outer container and an inner container. Mounted at one end of the inner container is a first cap that rotates open and closed via a hinge. When the first cap is opened, the contents of the inner and outer containers are allowed to mix together. The other end of the inner container has an opening that is enclosed by a second cap operable to actuate a rod. When actuated, the rod pushes against the first cap thereby opening it and permitting the contents of the inner and outer containers to mix together. | 12-10-2009 |
20090301905 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE SEPARATE STORAGE AND MIXING OF SUBSTANCES - A storage device has a second cap for actuating a rod and permitting a fluid to flow through that cap. The storage device has an outer container and an inner container. Mounted at one end of the inner container is a first cap that rotates open and closed for allowing the contents of the inner and outer containers to mix together when desired. The other end of the inner container has an opening that is enclosed by the second cap that is operable to actuate the rod. When actuated, the rod pushes against the first cap thereby opening it in order to mix the contents. Moreover the second cap defines a plurality of holes adapted to permit a fluid to flow through them. Thus the second cap actuates the rod, yet also is disposed at the same end of the outer and inner containers from which the fluid can flow. | 12-10-2009 |
Bryan Bullard, Las Vegas, NV US
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20090104954 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TRACKING AN EVENT OF AN EXTERNALLY CONTROLLED INTERFACE - A method for tracking an event of an externally controlled interface (ECI) is described. The method includes generating the externally controlled interface independent of an outcome of a wager-based game regulated by a regulatory authority, and logging the event of the externally controlled interface. | 04-23-2009 |
20100105454 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR INTERFACING WITH A THIRD-PARTY APPLICATION - A system for interfacing with a third-party application is described. The system includes a third-party device, a server-based system configured to communicate with the third-party device, and a gaming device configured to communicate with the server-based system to display content of the product or service. The gaming device is configured to generate an outcome of a wager-based game independent of the content that is displayed. | 04-29-2010 |
20110218032 | GAMING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING VIRTUAL DRAWINGS - A gaming system and method of providing a virtual drawing or drawing promotion including a central server, one or more location servers, and a plurality of gaming devices. A player is provided with a drawing account voucher, which is associated with a drawing account. Based on game play, the drawing account is credited with drawing entries or virtual tickets for a drawing promotion. In one embodiment, the gaming system provides a number of drawing entries when a wager placed by a player meets at least a wager threshold amount, wherein the number of drawing entries provided is based on a ticket award amount. The gaming system, upon expiration of a drawing period, selects a winner of the drawing promotion by selecting a drawing entry. In one embodiment, the gaming system progressively increases the drawing prize based on the number of drawing entries provided or wagers placed by the players. | 09-08-2011 |
20130035157 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR INTERFACING WITH A THIRD-PARTY APPLICATION - A system for interfacing with a third-party application is described. The system includes a third-party device, a server-based system configured to communicate with the third-party device, and a gaming device configured to communicate with the server-based system to display content of the product or service. The gaming device is configured to generate an outcome of a wager-based game independent of the content that is displayed. | 02-07-2013 |
20150199876 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TRACKING AN EVENT OF AN EXTERNALLY CONTROLLED INTERFACE - A method for tracking an event of an externally controlled interface (ECI) is described. The method includes generating the externally controlled interface independent of an outcome of a wager-based game regulated by a regulatory authority, and logging the event of the externally controlled interface. | 07-16-2015 |
Bryan E. Bullard, Las Vegas, NV US
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20140195414 | METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING TERMS OF A FINANCIAL TRANSACTION USING PLAYER TRACKING DATA - A method for establishing one or more terms of a financial transaction comprises: receiving a player identifier; retrieving player tracking data provided by a player tracking system; and determining the at least one term based on the player tracking data. In one embodiment, the financial transaction is cashing of a check and the at least one term is a check cashing limit. The player tracking data may comprise of a player rating established by the tracking system or at least one type of player tracking data such as the player's previous bets and/or winnings. Player tracking data may be retrieved by a real-time electronic connection to the tracking system; by periodic exportation from the tracking system and importation into a check cashing system; or by separate retrieval from the tracking system and then manual imputation into the check cashing system for embodiments without an electronic interface to the tracking system. | 07-10-2014 |
20140222660 | METHOD FOR DETERMINING A BILL MIX IN AN ELECTRONIC CASH DISPENSER - A method for determining a bill mix in an electronic cash dispenser comprises: receiving a transaction request comprised of a transaction type and a dispense amount; evaluating the transaction type; evaluating the dispense amount; and determining the bill mix according to a dispense definition based on a plurality of criteria including transaction type and dispense amount. The method may further include evaluating day of the transaction request, time of the transaction request, patron information such as player tracking data, and/or bill inventory level. The method may also include receiving patron preference input. The dispense definition may comprise a minimum definition that defines a minimum quantity for each bill denomination to include in the bill mix. If a remainder exists after the minimum definition is applied to the dispense amount, the dispense definition may further comprises a remainder definition that calculates a remainder bill mix based on a least note methodology. | 08-07-2014 |
20140329583 | REMOTE CONTENT MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCE SHARING ON A GAMING MACHINE AND METHOD OF IMPLEMENTING SAME - A gaming system including a number of host devices each coupled to one or more gaming machines, wherein content provided by the host device is output on the gaming machine. To output the content provided by the remote host, a host-controlled process that is authenticated by the gaining machine and executed in a secure memory location such that it is isolated from other processes executing on the gaming machine may be utilized. The host-controlled processes may be decoupled from the process used to execute the game of chance played on the gaming machine such that the content output by the host-controlled process doesn't alter the play of game of chance. | 11-06-2014 |
20150213674 | REMOTE CONTENT MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCE SHARING ON A GAMING MACHINE AND METHOD OF IMPLEMENTING SAME - A gaming system including a number of host devices each coupled to one or more gaming machines, wherein content provided by the host device is output on the gaming machine. To output the content provided by the remote host, a host-controlled process that is authenticated by the gaming machine and executed in a secure memory location such that it is isolated from other processes executing on the gaming machine may be utilized. The host-controlled processes may be decoupled from the process used to execute the game of chance played on the gaming machine such that the content output by the host-controlled process doesn't alter the play of game of chance. | 07-30-2015 |
Charles Craig Bullard, Aleda, TX US
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20120189110 | Machine and Process for Accepting Customer Payments and Placing Orders - A machine and process for accepting customer payments and placing orders for telecommunications services is disclosed. The machine and process include a kiosk operable to accept account set-up information from an individual, accept payment from the individual, collect identifying data from the individual, and communicate with a system to activate a telecommunication account for the individual. The kiosk may be placed wherever quick telecommunication account set-up and payment verification is necessary, for example: a correctional facility or college campus. | 07-26-2012 |
Dan Bullard, Valparaiso, IN US
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20090269562 | Bimetal Laminate Structure And Method Of Making The Same - The present invention provides a bimetal laminate structure and improved method for manufacturing the same. The method includes: applying a layer of adhesive to a metallic substrate; and laminating a decorative metallic sheet to the metallic substrate in such a manner that substantially all surface defects and all read through appearance along an outer surface of the decorative metallic sheet are eliminated. The resultant bimetal laminate includes a decorative metallic layer consisting of a first metallic material, and a metallic substrate consisting of a second metallic material that is different from the first metallic material. The metal substrate has a thickness that is greater than the thickness of the decorative metallic layer. An adhesive layer is disposed between, and spans substantially the entirety of the decorative metallic layer and metallic substrate to rigidly attach the same. | 10-29-2009 |
Daniel E. Bullard, Cupertino, CA US
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20140037852 | Metallurgically Bonded Stainless Steel - A steel wire having a stainless steel exterior; the steel wire includes a core region that comprises at least 55 wt. % iron which is metallurgically bonded to a stainless steel coating that consists of a stainless steel region and a bonding region. The stainless steel region can have a thickness of about 1 μm to about 250 μm, and a stainless steel composition that is approximately consistent across the thickness of the stainless steel region. The stainless steel composition includes an admixture of iron and about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % chromium. The bonding region is positioned between the stainless steel region and the core region, has a thickness that is greater than 1 μm and less than the thickness of the stainless steel region, and has a bonding composition. The bonding composition includes an admixture of iron and chromium, with a chromium concentration proximal to the stainless steel region that is approximately equal to the chromium concentration of the stainless steel region and has a chromium concentration proximal to the core region that has less than about 5 wt. % chromium. | 02-06-2014 |
20140037987 | Metallurgically Bonded Stainless Steel - A steel wire having a stainless steel exterior; the steel wire includes a core region that comprises at least 55 wt. % iron which is metallurgically bonded to a stainless steel coating that consists of a stainless steel region and a bonding region. The stainless steel region can have a thickness of about 1 μm to about 250 μm, and a stainless steel composition that is approximately consistent across the thickness of the stainless steel region. The stainless steel composition includes an admixture of iron and about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % chromium. The bonding region is positioned between the stainless steel region and the core region, has a thickness that is greater than 1 μm and less than the thickness of the stainless steel region, and has a bonding composition. The bonding composition includes an admixture of iron and chromium, with a chromium concentration proximal to the stainless steel region that is approximately equal to the chromium concentration of the stainless steel region and has a chromium concentration proximal to the core region that has less than about 5 wt. % chromium. | 02-06-2014 |
20140050937 | Sponge-Iron Alloying - A steel manufacturing process can include forming an iron oxide layer on a hot band during hot rolling; reducing the iron oxide layer on the hot band to form a sponge iron layer that includes pores; the sponge-iron layer having a thickness in a range of about 0.05 μm to about 1000 μm, about 0.1 μm to about 100 μm, or about 5 μm to about 25 μm; and depositing an alloying element into the pores of the sponge iron layer to form an impregnated sponge-iron layer. The process can further include annealing the impregnated sponge-iron layer to produce an iron alloy layer carried by the substrate. | 02-20-2014 |
20140079958 | Metallurgically Bonded Stainless Steel - A steel wire having a stainless steel exterior; the steel wire includes a core region that comprises at least 55 wt. % iron which is metallurgically bonded to a stainless steel coating that consists of a stainless steel region and a bonding region. The stainless steel region can have a thickness of about 1 μm to about 250 μm, and a stainless steel composition that is approximately consistent across the thickness of the stainless steel region. The stainless steel composition includes an admixture of iron and about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % chromium. The bonding region is positioned between the stainless steel region and the core region, has a thickness that is greater than 1 μm and less than the thickness of the stainless steel region, and has a bonding composition. The bonding composition includes an admixture of iron and chromium, with a chromium concentration proximal to the stainless steel region that is approximately equal to the chromium concentration of the stainless steel region and has a chromium concentration proximal to the core region that has less than about 5 wt. % chromium. | 03-20-2014 |
Daniel E. Bullard, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20150345041 | IRON STRIKE PLATING ON CHROMIUM-CONTAINING SURFACES - The present disclosure provides materials that include a stainless steel layer with a consistent or substantially consistent composition diffusion bonded to a carbon steel substrate. The material can have the corrosion resistance associated with the explosively welded stainless steel and the deep diffusion bonding observed typical of chromizing applications. In some embodiments, the disclosure provides materials having metal layers deposited onto a chromium surface and methods for depositing metal layers onto chromium surfaces. The present disclosure recognizes certain advantages to depositing metal layers onto chromium, such as more rapid diffusion of metals when heated to provide a stainless steel layer. | 12-03-2015 |
Daniel E. Bullard, Valparaiso, IN US
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20130171471 | Metallurgically Bonded Stainless Steel - A steel form having a stainless steel exterior; the steel form includes a core region that comprises at least 55 wt. % iron which is metallurgically bonded to a stainless steel coating that consists of a stainless steel region and a bonding region. The stainless steel region can have a thickness of about 1 μm to about 250 μm, and a stainless steel composition that is approximately consistent across the thickness of the stainless steel region. The stainless steel composition includes an admixture of iron and about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % chromium. The bonding region is positioned between the stainless steel region and the core region, has a thickness that is greater than 1 μm and less than the thickness of the stainless steel region, and has a bonding composition. The bonding composition includes an admixture of iron and chromium, with a chromium concentration proximal to the stainless steel region that is approximately equal to the chromium concentration of the stainless steel region and has a chromium concentration proximal to the core region that has less than about 5 wt. % chromium. | 07-04-2013 |
20130252022 | Metallurgically Bonded Stainless Steel - Herein are disclosed steel forms having stainless steel exteriors that pass a 0T-bend Advanced T-bend Test. One steel form has a stainless steel exterior; the steel form includes a core region that comprises at least 55 wt. % iron which is metallurgically bonded to a stainless steel coating that consists of a stainless steel region and a bonding region. The stainless steel region can have a thickness of about 1 μm to about 250 μm, and a stainless steel composition that is approximately consistent across the thickness of the stainless steel region. The stainless steel composition can include an admixture of iron and about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % chromium. The bonding region is positioned between the stainless steel region and the core region, has a thickness that is greater than 1 μm and less than the thickness of the stainless steel region, and has a bonding composition. The bonding composition can include an admixture of iron and chromium, with a chromium concentration proximal to the stainless steel region that is approximately equal to the chromium concentration of the stainless steel region and has a chromium concentration proximal to the core region that has less than about 5 wt. % chromium. | 09-26-2013 |
20130309410 | Late-Stage Customization of Steel - A metal customization process that provides an alloy metal product which meets predefined product specifications which are typically based on whole thickness materials. The metal customization process can be used with any commercially available substrates (e.g., aluminum bar, aluminum coil, steel bar, steel coil, and alloys thereof) but, preferably, the substrate is made of steel (e.g., carbon steel, low carbon steel or steel alloys). This process can include receiving a product specification that can include performance or composition criteria; converting the product specification to a surface specification and a core specification; then treating a substrate with a deposition composition, for example, at a temperature below an annealing temperature, thereby depositing at least one alloying element onto the substrate to form a coating composition that is carried by the substrate; and then annealing the coated substrate to provide a product that meets the product specification. | 11-21-2013 |
David Scott Bullard, Bowling Green, KY US
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20090212198 | Method and Apparatus for a Light Fixture Having a Security Light and Permanently Mounted Wall-Washing LEDs - A light fixture ( | 08-27-2009 |
20090244897 | Light fixture with optional animate object detector and heat sink - A light fixture ( | 10-01-2009 |
20090244913 | Wall-Mountable Light Fixture Providing Light Having a Particular Directionality - A path-illuminating wall-mountable light fixture ( | 10-01-2009 |
20090244926 | Surface-Mountable Light Fixture Having an Access Port and Corresponding Method and Kit - A surface-mountable light fixture ( | 10-01-2009 |
D. Lance Bullard, College Station, TX US
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20160130775 | SINGLE ANCHOR TERMINAL - A single anchor terminal is provided for a roadside wire rope barrier. The single anchor terminal includes a release post, a brace, and an anchor base. The brace supports the release post in an upright position and extends from the release post to the anchor base. The brace has a first portion attached to the release post and a second portion coupled to the first portion with a release component. The anchor base includes a main post that supports the release post and a brace anchor that is coupled to the main post. | 05-12-2016 |
Gary Bullard, Miramar, FL US
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20080302367 | Oradent - The oradent is made of latex or polyurethane material; it is similar to a really small female panty, which covers the entire genital and anus area. It is used in the same manner as dental dams and condoms, to stop the exchange of body fluids during sexual and oral intercourse which will prevent unwanted pregnancies, HIV and STD'S. There are two version of the oradent. One for oral sex only and the other for both oral and penetration sex. | 12-11-2008 |
Gary Bullard, Saratoga Springs, NY US
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20090292273 | Catheter connection hub - Fluid communication to an end of a catheter is afforded through a connection hub selectively attachable thereto. The connection hub includes a catheter-receiving element and a fluid-coupling element that are relatively rotatable coaxially between one of two states by way of a determinant assembly feature. The first state is an unlocked state and the second state is a locked state. The unlocked state is for determinately receiving a catheter and the locked state is for determinately securing the catheter. A method of making a connection hub is also provided. | 11-26-2009 |
20120041423 | Catheter connection hub - Fluid communication to an end of a catheter is afforded through a connection hub selectively attachable thereto. The connection hub includes a catheter receiving element and a fluid coupling element that are relatively rotatable coaxially between a catheter receiving condition and a catheter capture condition of the connection hub. The catheter capture condition, a compressible sealing sleeve disposed interior of the connection hub between a pair of clamping jaws projecting from the catheter receiving element is urged into sealing engagement with the exterior of the catheter, catheter is gripped mechanically through the sealing sleeve by the clamping jaws. The exteriors of each of the catheter receiving element and the fluid coupling element are formed into planar actuation handles that facilitate relative rotation of the catheter receiving element and the fluid coupling element into coplanar alignment in the catheter capture condition of the connection hub. | 02-16-2012 |
Gerald Bullard, Alliance, NE US
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20090173489 | BRIDGE PLUG AND SETTING TOOL - A bridge plug comprises an axially compressible cylinder having plural expansion sleeves. A mandrel extends axially through the cylinder, and has a threaded portion engaged with the cylinder, such that rotation of the mandrel causes compression of the cylinder. A setting tool comprises a housing containing a motor and a drive shaft driven by the motor. The setting tool is configured to be removably coupled to a bridge plug with the drive shaft drivingly coupled to the bridge plug's mandrel, such that operation of the setting tool motor causes compression of the bridge plug. The setting tool is used to lower a bridge plug within a well casing, and to compress the bridge plug causing, outward protrusion of sealing members of the bridge plug to set the bridge plug in place. Cement may be applied above the set bridge plug to form an easily drillable seal. | 07-09-2009 |
20120285677 | ANNULAR FLUID CONTAINMENT DEVICE - An annular fluid containment device comprises one or more fluid seals disposed on a section of production string tubing, and a vent tubing extending along the section of production tubing from below the fluid seals to above the fluid seals. The fluid seals are sealed against the vent tubing and the production tubing, and configured to form a seal within an annular space between the production tubing and a well casing, with the vent tubing providing venting for pressure equalization between the annular space below the fluid containment device and the annular space above the fluid containment device. The fluid containment device placed in a production string below a leak in the casing prevents unwanted fluid from entering the production zone. An additional tubing may be provided similarly to the vent tubing to allow introduction of a fluid into the well below the fluid containment device. | 11-15-2012 |
20140338887 | ANNULAR FLUID CONTAINMENT DEVICE - An annular fluid containment device includes a mandrel, and packing assembly disposed about the mandrel to form a seal between the mandrel and the well casing. A sleeve disposed within the mandrel defines a space between the mandrel and the sleeve. Seals are disposed between the mandrel and sleeve at upper and lower ends, wherein the upper seal is located above a location of the packing assembly, and the lower seal is located below the packing assembly. Upper and lower passages are defined in the wall of the mandrel, in communication with the annular space, wherein the upper fluid passage is located above the packing assembly and below the upper seal, while the lower fluid is located below the position of the packing assembly and above the lower seal. Hence, a fluid passage is formed bypassing the packing assembly within the mandrel. | 11-20-2014 |
Gregory T. Bullard, La Mesa, CA US
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20100315207 | SENSOR NETWORK MANAGEMENT - Disclosed are methods and apparatuses for managing other apparatuses. In certain aspects, an apparatus for managing other apparatuses includes a processing system configured to receive one or more reports from the other apparatuses, and to send a message to at least one of the other apparatuses, wherein the message instructs the at least one of the other apparatuses to configure at least one parameter that controls when the at least one of the other apparatus sends a report to the apparatus. | 12-16-2010 |
20100315242 | SENSORS IN COMMUNICATION DEVICES - Disclosed are methods and apparatuses for communication. In certain aspects, an apparatus for communication includes one or more sensors configured to measure a condition external to the apparatus, a circuit configured to determine when to transmit data based on the measurement to another apparatus, wherein the determination is based on at least one parameter configurable by the another apparatus, and a transmitter configured to transmit the data. | 12-16-2010 |
20100318641 | SENSOR NETWORK MANAGEMENT - Disclosed are methods and apparatuses for managing reports. In certain aspects, an apparatus for managing reports including a processing system is disclosed. The processing system is configured to receive a plurality of reports from a plurality of other apparatuses, filter out one or more of the plurality of reports, and forward the remaining plurality of reports to another apparatus, wherein each of the plurality of reports comprises data based on a sensor measurement at the respective one of the plurality of other apparatuses. | 12-16-2010 |
20110001484 | SENSOR IN BATTERY - Systems and method for providing sensors in batteries are provided. In certain aspects of the disclosure, a battery comprises a housing dimensioned to fit within a battery compartment of the communication device, a battery cell configured to supply power to the communication device, one or more sensors within the housing configured to measure a condition external to the battery and to received power from the battery cell, and an interface configured to interface the one or more sensors with a processing system in the communication device. | 01-06-2011 |
Ivy Bullard, Moriarity, NM US
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20140260814 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR HOLDING NAILS - A method, system, and apparatus for holding a connecting instrument comprises a first member including a first finger cup and a first needle nose tip formed on the forward end of the finger cup and a second member comprising a second finger cup and a second needle nose tip formed on the forward end of the second finger cup wherein the first needle nose tip and the second needle nose tip are configured to grip a connecting device as it is being driven into a target. | 09-18-2014 |
Ivy Bullard, Moriarty, NM US
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20140259281 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR HOLDING NAILS - A method, system, and apparatus for holding a connecting instrument comprises a first member including a first finger cup and a first needle nose tip formed on the forward end of the finger cup and a second member comprising a second finger cup and a second needle nose tip formed on the forward end of the second finger cup wherein the first needle nose tip and the second needle nose tip are configured to grip a connecting device as it is being driven into a target. | 09-18-2014 |
James H. Bullard, Tampa, FL US
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20140372309 | SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSACTION DATA FORMAT AND FUNCTION VERIFICATION - A system for processing transaction data is provided. The system includes a transaction data format system receiving transaction data and generating transaction data format error data, such as when the transaction data is not in compliance with a transaction data format. The system also includes a transaction data rules system receiving the transaction data and generating transaction rule error data, such as when the transaction data is in the proper format but nevertheless violates a rule of one or more financial processing system. | 12-18-2014 |
James H. Bullard, San Francisco, CA US
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20150259728 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MICROBIOME CHARACTERIZATION, MONITORING AND TREATMENT - The present disclosure provides methods for profiling a microbiome and therapeutic compositions for treatment. Additionally, the methods, systems, compositions and kits provided herein are directed to assessing or predicting health status in a subject. Some of the embodiments include generating a report. | 09-17-2015 |
James M. Bullard, Longmont, CO US
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20100028862 | BACTERIAL REPLICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Reconstituted bacterial replication assemblies and methods for their use are provided. | 02-04-2010 |
Janice Bullard, South Salem, NY US
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20140016328 | Decorative apparatus for adorning a frustum shaped article - The present invention relates to a decorative apparatus comprising a first base member having a closed-loop configuration with a perimeter and one or more decorative elements connected to the first base member. The first base member of the decorative apparatus is configured to hold the decorative apparatus to a frustum shaped article by constriction around the article at a position on the article where the perimeter of the decorative apparatus is equal to or less than a perimeter of the article at that position. | 01-16-2014 |
Jason Mark Bullard, Boulder, CO US
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20140361907 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INFERRING SCHEMATIC RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN LOAD POINTS AND SERVICE TRANSFORMERS - A system and method for identifying which of several candidate service transformers is powering a specific service point an electrical distribution grid are disclosed. An audio-frequency electrical signal, the detection signal, is injected onto the power line at the service point via a meter socket or electrical outlet. The Transmitter for the detection signal may be a portable device or it may be incorporated into an electrical meter. The audible or mechanical resonance caused in the service transformer by the detection signal is detected and recorded using an accelerometer or directional microphone in a Receiver. A variety of methods for fixing the Receiver at or in proximity to the service transformers are disclosed in order to adapt to variations in the siting and housing of service transformers. A variety of mechanisms and methods for collecting detection events are disclosed. | 12-11-2014 |
Jeffrey W. Bullard, Gaithersburg, MD US
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20090008133 | Patterned Circuits and Method for Making Same - Provided are patterned circuits with accurately aligned raised features. Also provided are methods for making the circuits using photoresist-on-photoresist patterning. | 01-08-2009 |
Jennifer Alice Bullard, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20090322563 | Autonomous provisional smart traffic signal station - The present invention discloses a mode selectable autonomous provisional traffic signal station unit for establishing traffic control signal light units for mode selectable alternate traffic control configurations. The autonomous provisional traffic signal station further comprises a mode switch to engage unit logic to receive wireless broadcast protocol seeking a slave unit or broadcast protocol as a master unit seeking a slave unit, and programming logic for co-operating traffic control of a road segment managing un-manned two direction vehicle traffic over a temporarily converged alternating one direction flow. An un-manned traffic grid mode is also disclosed | 12-31-2009 |
Jesse L. Bullard, Houston, TX US
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20100270025 | Riser Buoyancy Adjustable Thrust Column - An offshore drilling riser joint has a central riser pipe, a number of auxiliary lines mounted around it, and a buoyancy module assembly of a buoyant material. A pair of upper thrust sleeves slide over two of the auxiliary lines, each of the upper thrust sleeves having a flange in contact with an upper end of the buoyancy module assembly. Each of the upper thrust sleeves transfer upward thrust imposed by the buoyancy module assembly to an upper support flange mounted to the central riser pipe. A pair of lower thrust sleeves slide over two of the auxiliary lines. Each lower thrust sleeve has a lower thrust flange that is engaged by a lower end of the buoyancy module assembly. Each of the lower thrust sleeves transfer weight of the buoyancy module assembly while out of water to a lower support flange mounted to the central riser pipe. | 10-28-2010 |
20110214877 | ACTUATION ASSEMBLY FOR RISER CONNECTION DOG - A box and pin coupling for a drilling riser having an actuator assembly with an attached dog. The actuator assembly includes an actuation rod having an end affixed to the dog. A portion of the rod is circumscribed by an annular sleeve, where the outer surface of the sleeve is threadingly attached to one of the box or pin. A shoulder is formed on the rod outer circumference between the sleeve and the end of the rod attached to the dog. A retainer cap is provided on the end of the rod opposite where it attaches to the dog. The sleeve abuts the rod on one end, and the retainer cap on the other, so that rotating the sleeve axially moves the actuation rod, that in turn moves the attached dog into or out of engagement with a profile on the other of the box or pin. | 09-08-2011 |
Joel A. Bullard, Seattle, WA US
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20120311471 | AUTOMATIC GENERATION OF USER INTERFACES - Embodiments of the invention relate automatically generating and positioning user interface elements. In one embodiment, user interface elements are automatically generated and positioned on a user interface. At least one test script associated with a user interface is received as an input. The test script includes a set of test instructions. Each test instruction in the set of test instructions is parsed. A set of user interface elements referenced by each test instruction is identified in response to the parsing. A determination is made as to whether the user interface includes the set of user interface elements. At least one user interface element in the set of user interface elements is generated in response to the user interface failing to include the at least one user interface element. | 12-06-2012 |
20120311539 | INTERACTIVE SEMI-AUTOMATIC TEST CASE MAINTENANCE - Embodiments of the invention relate to test case maintenance for user interfaces. In one embodiment, user source and test cases are linked for test case maintenance. A link is determined to have been created between a user interface and at least one test script. The test script includes a set of test instructions. The user interface includes a set of user interface elements. Each test instruction is run against the user interface. Mapping information for each test instruction is generated. A change is determined to have occurred in at least one of the user interface and the test script. In response to a change having occurred to the user interface, at least one test instruction affected by the change is identified. In response to a change having occurred to the test script, at least one user interface element affected by the change to the test script is identified. | 12-06-2012 |
20120311541 | INTERACTIVE SEMI-AUTOMATIC TEST CASE MAINTENANCE - Embodiments of the invention relate to test case maintenance for user interfaces. In one embodiment, user source and test cases are linked for test case maintenance. A link is determined to have been created between a user interface and at least one test script. The test script includes a set of test instructions. The user interface includes a set of user interface elements. Each test instruction is run against the user interface. Mapping information for each test instruction is generated. A change is determined to have occurred in at least one of the user interface and the test script. In response to a change having occurred to the user interface, at least one test instruction affected by the change is identified. In response to a change having occurred to the test script, at least one user interface element affected by the change to the test script is identified. | 12-06-2012 |
Jonathan Michael Bullard, San Jose, CA US
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20150348150 | UNPAID ITEM RISK MANAGEMENT - In an example embodiment, information about a buyer in an ecommerce system is obtained. An unpaid item risk assessment is calculated for the buyer, the unpaid item risk assessment calculating a risk that the buyer will not pay for an item on which the buyer bids. A bid limit is then established based on the unpaid item risk assessment. A bid from the buyer may then later be blocked based on the bid limit. | 12-03-2015 |
Jonathon Bullard, Chattanooga, TN US
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20110097460 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT CHILLED WATER COOLING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - The invention described below details a new process that will allow for the extended use of chiller water that is used for cooling food products in food production facilities. The invention utilizes special chemistry to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the chill water over an extended period of time. The invention is designed for use in the processing of any protein and non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The invention enables a food processor to dramatically increase the length of time that the water in a chilled water bath (chiller) may be used before the bath is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. The process and invention is a novel approach to water conservation and microbiological control, and is designed to allow the processor to safely extend the time between chiller dump and fill operations. This invention provides benefits to the processor and the environment that make its use very desirable for all processors of protein and non-protein based products that require chilling of their product in a water bath. | 04-28-2011 |
Jonathon R. Bullard, Chattanooga, TN US
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20130153516 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONVERSATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 06-20-2013 |
20150041407 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 02-12-2015 |
20160101998 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 04-14-2016 |
J. Roger Bullard, Augusta, GA US
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20120215069 | MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS HAVING VIDEO CAPABIILITY - An improved medical instrument having a rigid blade, a handle, a power source, and an easily removable video imaging device such as a video monitor is provided. The distal end comprises a series of channels extending along the blade in which one houses a fiber optic illuminating bundle for transmitting light into an area beyond said distal end of the blade, another channel carries an image bundle for transmitting visual images from said area to a position adjacent said proximal end of said blade and a third channel houses an intubation tube installation device or other instrument. The images are carried through the channel and the handle to the video imaging device. A quick release adaptor is connected through a hollow tube containing the image bundle to the laryngoscope handle at the end opposite the blade. The video imaging device is attached to the adaptor and may be easily release or detached therefrom. | 08-23-2012 |
Justin Bullard, Wilton Manors, FL US
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20090102838 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REMOTING THREE DIMENSIONAL GRAPHICAL DATA - Systems and methods for remotely displaying three dimensional graphical data, include a local computing machine that communicates with a remote computing machine via a connection. An application executing on the local computing machine, generates three dimensional graphics commands which are intercepted and transferred to either the remote computing machine or a computing element on the local computing machine. Determining where to transfer the three dimensional graphics commands requires: an analysis of the application to obtain application specific characteristics; an analysis of the remote computing machine to obtain the capabilities of the remote computing machine; an analysis of the local computing machine to obtain the capabilities of the local computing machine; and an analysis of the connection to determine characteristics of the connection. A determination is made in response to obtaining the application characteristics, the remote computing machine capabilities, the local computing machine capabilities and the connection characteristics. | 04-23-2009 |
20100241694 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERMEDIARIES TO COMPRESS DATA COMMUNICATED VIA A REMOTE DISPLAY PROTOCOL - The present solution automatically detects the remote display protocol capabilities of the client, server and/or intermediaries to determine whether the client and server should compress the remote display protocol data or the intermediaries, and in some cases both. | 09-23-2010 |
20120191877 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR UPDATING A GRAPHICAL DISPLAY IN A DISTRIBUTED PROCESSING ENVIRONMENT - A system and method for updating a display unit remotely located from a computing system are described. The method includes copying display information from a video buffer of a computing device executing an application to generate a display update, calculating a size of the display update, and determining an amount of available bandwidth of a network connecting the computing device and the display unit. The method also includes calculating a time period required to communicate the display update from the computing device to the display unit, transmitting the display update to the display; and repeating the method after the time period has elapsed. | 07-26-2012 |
20130229431 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR UPDATING A GRAPHICAL DISPLAY IN A DISTRIBUTED PROCESSING ENVIRONMENT USING COMPRESSION - A system and method for updating a remote display unit that communicates with a computing system are described. The method includes accessing display update information from an update queue that stores drawing commands issued by an application executing on the computing system, caching the display update information, applying a lossy compression algorithm to the display update information to create a lossy display update, and transmitting the lossy update to the remote display. The method also includes applying a lossless compression algorithm to the display update information in the cache to create a lossless display update and transmitting the lossless display update a predetermined of time after transmitting the lossy update. | 09-05-2013 |
20150319269 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERMEDIARIES TO COMPRESS DATA COMMUNICATED VIA A REMOTE DISPLAY PROTOCOL - The present solution automatically detects the remote display protocol capabilities of the client, server and/or intermediaries to determine whether the client and server should compress the remote display protocol data or the intermediaries, and in some cases both. | 11-05-2015 |
Mary Bullard, Wilsonville, OR US
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20140142523 | SELF-EXPANDING WOUND DRESSINGS - Provided herein are self-expanding wound dressings that include a first outer layer, a second outer layer, and a liquid-expandable layer disposed between the first outer layer and the second outer layer, wherein the liquid-expandable layer includes a plurality of liquid-expandable articles retained by a substrate, wherein the plurality of liquid-expandable articles expand to form expanded articles upon contact with a liquid. Also provided is a method of treating an individual having a bleeding wound, the method including applying a self-expanding wound dressing to the wound. Also provided are methods of manufacturing a wound dressing, the methods including forming an absorbent material into a plurality of liquid-expandable articles, coupling the plurality of liquid-expandable articles to a substrate to form a liquid-expandable layer, and positioning the liquid-expandable layer between a first outer layer and a second outer layer to form the wound dressing. | 05-22-2014 |
Matthew R. Bullard, Unionville, CT US
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20130176743 | LUMINAIRE MOUNTING INTERFACE - Disclosed is a luminaire mounting interface including an interface body configured for association with a luminaire, and an interface surface of the interface body, the interface surface including at least two association points separated by 75 mm to 142 mm. | 07-11-2013 |
20140133164 | LUMINAIRE MOUNTING INTERFACE - Disclosed is a luminaire mounting interface including an interface body configured for association with a luminaire, and an interface surface of the interface body, the interface surface including at least two association points separated by 20 mm to 83 mm. | 05-15-2014 |
Matthew R. Bullard, Milford, CT US
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20150276169 | MULTI-MODE LUMINAIRE AND MULTI-DISTRIBUTION LENS - A multi-mode luminaire includes at least two opposed apertures for distributing light from two light members in an upwardly and downwardly direction. A heat transfer member disposed within the luminaire and between the light members functions as a mounting surface and heat sink for one of the light members and as an optical surface for redirecting light from the second light member. The opticalsurface allows the second light member to face internally and substantially away froman aperture viewed by a user, while light from the second light member is directed through the aperture and toward the user, below a cut-off angle. A switch disposed on the luminaire housing is configured for modulating a plurality of settings for the light members wherein the control circuit is configured to control the light output as a function of the switch and an operative source disposed in communication with the control unit. A further luminaire includes a single homogenous component lens wherein first and second halves of the lens are selected for manipulating the light distribution of the luminaire. The various configurations of the lens profile, achieve a particular light distribution, dependent on the lens material. | 10-01-2015 |
Michael J. Bullard, Tomball, TX US
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20150060567 | ADJUSTABLE STOCK ASSEMBLY FOR FLUID SPRAY GUN AND METHODS - An adjustable stock assembly for a fluid spray gun can be adjusted to have a different profile shape; and/or to have a different rotational position relative to the rest of the spray gun; and/or to have a different length relative to the rest of the spray gun; and/or to have a different tilt angle relative to the rest of the spray gun. | 03-05-2015 |
Michael James Bullard, Cedar Rapids, IA US
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20130062900 | Hard sided pop-up truck camper - This invention is a hard sided pop-up truck camper that fits on an ordinary pickup truck. When folded down, it looks like a typical pickup truck topper and will allow the truck to fit into a garage. The folding sides take up less than 6 inches of height when folded which maximizes its use as a topper for hauling while also maximizing the vertical height when erected so it can be used as a camper. When erected, it allows a person to stand upright throughout the inside of the camper. Current hard sided pop-up truck campers are designed to extend by raising straight up mechanically, the sides do not fold down upon themselves like this invention does. Also, current hard sided pop-up truck campers in the down position typically extend above the cab of the truck making them too high to fit through a garage door. | 03-14-2013 |
Patricia Bullard, Lubbock, TX US
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20160114466 | Jewelry Mandrel Pliers and Method of Using Same - The present invention provides a mandrel tool and method for more efficiently and consistently forming various shapes of material. In one embodiment of the invention, a pair of pliers having mandrel jaws that are shaped with a uniform cross sectional area throughout a length of the mandrel jaw is used to replace the traditional tapered mandrel. Because the mandrel jaws have a uniform cross sectional area, the wire, for example, can be wrapped multiple times around the mandrel jaw when it is desired to produce multiples of the same shape. For added versatility, the pliers can have opposing mandrel jaws, with different size cross sectional area. | 04-28-2016 |
Patricia Bullard, Southlake, TX US
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20110303319 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING WIRE - The present invention is a method and apparatus for forming wire loops using wire looping pliers. In one embodiment of the invention, the pair of wire pliers having a cylindrical jaw and a recessed jaw for accepting the cylindrical jaw allows the user of the tool to make symmetrical wire loops on a consistent basis. Additionally, the width of the recessed jaw can be set such that the user can use the recessed jaw to measure the distance from a particular point where the neck of the wire loop should be broken. The recessed surface of the recessed jaw and the cylindrical jaw mate together in such a manner as to provide uniform pressure around a significant portion of the loop so as to prevent marring of the surface of the wire. | 12-15-2011 |
20120312413 | JEWELRY MANDREL PLIERS AND METHOD OF USING SAME - The present invention provides a mandrel tool and method for more efficiently and consistently forming various shapes of material. In one embodiment of the invention, a pair of pliers having mandrel jaws that are shaped with a uniform cross sectional area throughout a length of the mandrel jaw is used to replace the traditional tapered mandrel. Because the mandrel jaws have a uniform cross sectional area, the wire, for example, can be wrapped multiple times around the mandrel jaw when it is desired to produce multiples of the same shape. For added versatility, the pliers can have opposing mandrel jaws with different size cross sectional area. | 12-13-2012 |
20140251492 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING WIRE - The present invention is a method and apparatus for forming wire loops using wire looping pliers. In one embodiment of the invention, the pair of wire pliers having a cylindrical jaw and a recessed jaw for accepting the cylindrical jaw allows the user of the tool to make symmetrical wire loops on a consistent basis. Additionally, the width of the recessed jaw can be set such that the user can use the recessed jaw to measure the distance from a particular point where the neck of the wire loop should be broken. The recessed surface of the recessed jaw and the cylindrical jaw mate together in such a manner as to provide uniform pressure around a significant portion of the loop so as to prevent marring of the surface of the wire. | 09-11-2014 |
20150114188 | HOLE PUNCHING PLIERS AND METHOD OF USING SAME - Disclosed are pliers and related methods for punching a hole in a non-flat material without distorting the material. Such pliers may comprise a first member having a first handle and a first jaw, and a second member having a second handle and a second jaw. The first and second members are attached at a connection point to permit pivoting in response to a squeezing force on the handles. The first jaw comprises a punch tip to be received by the second jaw, where the punch tip may have an angled distal end truncating a cross-section of the punch tip. The second jaw comprises a shaped edge facing the punch tip and extending along a length of the second jaw, the shaped edge having substantially the same shape as the non-flat material and comprising an opening having substantially the same shape as the cross-section of the punch tip and to receive the tip therein. | 04-30-2015 |
Peter Bullard, Schwenksville, PA US
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20100116883 | CONTACTLESS SMARTCARD BEZEL - A multi media payment device includes a banknote acceptor and a RF card reader, and also may include a magnetic card reader. A bezel assembly for connection to the bill acceptor preferably includes a reader unit to read magnetic swipe cards and contactless chip cards. | 05-13-2010 |
20120286044 | CONTACTLESS SMARTCARD BEZEL - A multi media payment device includes a banknote acceptor and a RF card reader, and also may include a magnetic card reader. A bezel assembly for connection to the bill acceptor preferably includes a reader unit to read magnetic swipe cards and contactless chip cards. | 11-15-2012 |
20150122885 | CONTACTLESS SMARTCARD BEZEL - A multi media payment device includes a banknote acceptor and a RF card reader, and also may include a magnetic card reader. A bezel assembly for connection to the bill acceptor preferably includes a reader unit to read magnetic swipe cards and contactless chip cards. | 05-07-2015 |
Robert Bullard, Single Mountain, TN US
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20100196565 | Sanitizing of Transported Food Product by Spray Application of Sanitizing Material in an Auger System to Increase Surface Coverage of said Product by said Sanitizing Material during Transport - The process and apparatus of the present invention is directed to an auger system that continuously sanitizes transported food products prior to processing and consumption. The auger system is designed to increase and enhance the surface and sub-surface area exposure of a transported food product to a liquid and/or gaseous sanitizing material. The auger system includes specialized flights and attachments for the agitation and/or turning of the transported food product to affect the sanitizing process by exposing a substantial portion of the surface of the transported food product to the liquid and/or gaseous sanitizing material. | 08-05-2010 |
Robert Bullard, Atlanta, GA US
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20120169614 | Computer Terminal with User Replaceable Front Panel - A computer terminal with a removable front panel having one or more user interfaces, such as a touch sensitive display and a keypad or keyboard. The front panel can be removably attached to the computer terminal, for example using a multitude of screws or other mechanical fasteners. The computer terminal can include an electrical connector that engages an electrical connector of the front panel to facilitate signal flow between components of the front panel and components of the computer terminal. Supply power also can be provided to components of the front panel via the electrical connectors. The removable front panel can be replaced in a quick and simple manner, for example when a user interface is damaged or rendered inoperable. | 07-05-2012 |
20120170203 | Quick Mount System for Computer Terminal - A mounting system for quickly attaching and detaching a computer terminal from a mounting station. The mounting station can be semi-permanently attached to an object, such as on forklift or a non-mobile structure, such as a wall. The mounting station can include a power input port for receiving external power for the computer terminal and one or more communication ports for providing data communication between the computer terminal and another device. The computer terminal includes an electrical connector that engages an electrical connector of the mounting station to receive the supply power and facilitate the data communication between the computer terminal and other device. The computer terminal and/or the mounting station can include a locking mechanism that releasably couples the computer terminal to the mounting station such that the electrical connectors maintain proper contact. | 07-05-2012 |
Robert C. Bullard, Chattanooga, TN US
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20090282847 | Hot Box Chill Spray System and Method Of Its Use - An improved chill water system for use with a hot box is discussed. In processing beef preferably a recirculation loop with a chill water system mixes anti-microbial solution in the chill water tank and adjusts concentration with a controller to add chemical treatment to the tank. Additionally, a supply water line to the chill water tank has a flow sensor linked to a controller which can control addition of treatment agent based on input water from the supply source. | 11-19-2009 |
Robert C. Bullard, Signal Mountain, TN US
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20100055270 | Method and process for the controll of water weight loss in spray chill operations with the subsequent reduction of airborne bacterial load in air utilizing specialized chemistry in an air wash system in protein-based food processing plants - It has been discovered that precise control of relative humidity within the Spray Chill rooms of meat processing facilities can help control carcass water weight loss. Through the use of a specially designed air wash system this loss can be controlled. As an additional beneficial effect of this process, it has been proven that a significant reduction of airborne bacteria can be seen through the application of proper air wash sump chemistry through the specialized process. Further to this development, and in combination with the proper sump chemistry humidifying system, continual cleaning of the process air and internal areas of the air handler as well as the filter and fill materials is seen, allowing for a continual cleansing of the system while delivering sanitized air and providing high room humidity for the control of water loss during the carcass chilling operation and the reduction of airborne bacteria in the spray chill room or any meat storage area. | 03-04-2010 |
20130153516 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONVERSATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 06-20-2013 |
20150041407 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 02-12-2015 |
20150306269 | UPSTREAM HYDROGEN PEROXIDE NEBULIZING SANITATION SYSTEM - Sanitation systems for treating an airstream, such as disinfection, sterilization, and/or deodorization, by ionization are disclosed. In embodiments, the air sanitation system is disclosed having an inlet and an outlet with a plenum between them. An ultraviolet (UV) light source is arranged within the plenum and provides UV light to an area of the plenum. A hydrated quad-metallic catalyst having a desiccant is disposed in the area, and a nebulizer is arranged between the inlet and the UV light source. The nebulizer can provide a nebulized agent within the plenum, and the UV light can generate reactive oxygen species, such as hydroxyl radicals, from water captured by the desiccant or from the nebulized agent. | 10-29-2015 |
20160101998 | PROCESS FOR THE REDUCTION IN MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN PROTEIN PRODUCT WATER PROCESSING TANKS FOR INCREASED TANK WATER UTILITY AND CONSERVATION - A method for extending the use of water during the production of products for human consumption in food production facilities for an extended period of time of at least two production days and up to seven production days by delivering an initial chemical charge at the beginning of each production day to return the process water to the desired antimicrobial solution concentration to provide acceptable antimicrobial control of the process water over the extended period of time. The method providing acceptable antimicrobial control in the processing of any protein or non-protein based food products that require batch or continuous chilling as part of the production process. The length of time that the water may be used in a processing tank may be dramatically and safely increased before the processing tank is emptied for cleaning, sanitizing and refilling. | 04-14-2016 |
Robert H. Bullard, Glenwood, MD US
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20130276359 | RENEWABLE BIOFUEL - The present invention provides a stable fuel composition that can be used as a drop-in replacement for number 2 fuel oil without requiring infrastructure changes. The fuel comprises a continuous phase of mostly biofuel, an aqueous disperse phase, and at least one emulsifier. The continuous phase contains about 50 wt % to about 95 wt % of at least one liquid vegetable or liquid animal oil/fat or mixtures thereof; about 1 wt % to about 20 wt % of a renewable or fossil fuel derived thinning solvent or mixtures thereof, with or without 1 wt % to about 25 wt % of a C1-C4 monohydric alcohols, and with or without about 1 wt % to about 30 wt % of petroleum middle distillate. The aqueous phase contains about 1 wt % to about 50 wt % of deionized/purified water, with or without 1 wt % to about 25 wt % of a C1-C4 monohydric alcohols. | 10-24-2013 |
Rodney Scott Bullard, Monrovia, MD US
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20150322771 | WELL WATER DEPTH MONITOR - Methods, apparatuses, and computer readable medium including computer program products, are provided for determining the depth of water in a well. A method may include coupling a signal onto a cable connected to a submersible well pump. The method may further include monitoring the cable to determine a first time corresponding to a first reflection of the signal caused by the cable entering a water column between a water surface and the submersible pump. The method may further include monitoring the cable to determine a second time corresponding to a second reflection of the signal caused by an impedance mismatch between the cable surrounded by water and a motor in the submersible well pump. The method may further include determining a water height between the submersible pump and the water surface from the first time and the second time. | 11-12-2015 |
Steven Bullard, Little Elm, TX US
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20110139588 | CONVEYOR WITH SAFETY GATE - A conveyor ( | 06-16-2011 |
Steven H. Bullard, Nacogdoches, TX US
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20160081353 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS TO SELECTIVELY CONTROL INVASIVE SPECIES - Methods and compositions for controlling the growth of an invasive species by application of a composition comprised of a natural pesticide derived from a species to the invasive species, especially endocides. Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for controlling the growth of a first invasive species by application of a composition comprising a natural pesticide derived from a second invasive species to the first invasive species. In some embodiments, the invasive species is an invasive species with glands as the primary accumulation sites of autotoxic chemicals. The first and second invasive species may be the same or they may be different. In some embodiments, the natural pesticide may be an endocide. An endocide (endogenous biocide) is a biocide derived from an endogenous bioactive agent (e.g., a secondary metabolite) that does not cause apparent poison in normal growth of the producing species but will poison or inhibit and even eliminate the parent species when induced in producing species. | 03-24-2016 |
Walter Bullard, Marietta, GA US
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20150095097 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING RECONFIGURABLE WORKFLOWS - Methods, non-transitory computer-readable media and apparatuses for modifying a task flow are disclosed. For example, a method receives a request to modify the task flow template which is associated with a plurality of task flow modification rules. The method determines whether the request violates a modification rule of the plurality of task flow modification rules. A first rule specifies that no automated tasks in the task flow template can be deleted and a second rule specifies that no automated task in the task flow template can be moved to precede another automated task on which it depends. The method rejects the request when the request is determined to violate one of the first rule and the second rule of the plurality of task flow modification rules. Otherwise, the method modifies the task flow template in accordance with the request to produce a modified task flow template. | 04-02-2015 |
Walter G. Bullard, Marietta, GA US
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20110055291 | Database Integration Tool - A first data set is gathered from a first server computer, and second data set is gathered from a second server computer. The first server computer may include a first database storing first aspects of subscriber data and a first interface configured to access the first database. The second server computer may include a second database storing second aspects of subscriber data and a second interface configured to access the second database. The first data set and the second data set are transformed into an integrated data set by merging the first data set and the second data set into the integrated data set. A central interface configured to access the integrated data set and bypass the first interface and the second interface is provided. The central interface may be configured to concurrently display the first aspects of subscriber data and the second aspects of subscriber data through a computer. | 03-03-2011 |