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20120186530 | Collapsible Wire Crate And Method Of Assembly - The present invention provides a wire crate for housing an animal. The wire crate includes a top panel, a bottom panel, a front panel, a back panel, and a pair of side panels oppositely disposed from one another. The crate also includes a front opening defined in the front panel. The front opening is configured to provide access to the interior of the crate. The crate further includes a pair of tracks coupled to each side of the front opening and a door slidably coupled to the pair of tracks. The door slides along the pair of tracks between an open position and a closed position. | 07-26-2012 |
20140109839 | Animal Enclosure - The present disclosure provides a door frame assembly that includes a frame that defines an opening therein for allowing access therethrough. The door frame also includes a door pivotally coupled to a first vertical wire of the of the frame for pivoting the door between an open position and a close position. The door frame further includes a first coupling mechanism and a second coupling mechanism. The first coupling mechanism releasably couples the door to the frame and is formed by a first horizontal wire. The first horizontal wire forms a hooked end protruding outward toward the door and spaced inwardly of the frame to intersect with the opening. The second coupling mechanism releasably couples the door to the frame. The second coupling mechanism includes a portion configured to limit movement of the door relative to the frame until the second portion is pivoted in a direction toward the door. | 04-24-2014 |
20140202395 | COLLAPSIBLE ANIMAL CRATE ASSEMBLY - The present invention relates to a collapsible cage assembly including an outer covering and a support frame for supporting the outer covering in an upright position. The outer covering can have a top, bottom, front, back, first side, and second side. The support frame can include a top frame body and a bottom frame body, a first side member and a second side member each being pivotably coupled to the top frame body and bottom frame body, and a top support member coupled to the top frame body. The top support member can define a V-shaped portion. The frame can also include a U-shaped member have a first end and a second end, each of the first end and second end slidably and pivotably coupled to the bottom frame body. The U-shaped member is removably coupled to the V-shaped portion of the top support member in the upright position. | 07-24-2014 |
20140209036 | ANIMAL CRATE - The present disclosure provides a door assembly for an animal enclosure. The assembly includes a door frame having a plurality of interconnected horizontal and vertical wires that define an opening for an animal to pass therethrough. The assembly also includes a door configured to move between an open position and a close position relative to the door frame. A latch is pivotably coupled to the door and includes a mechanism that is removably coupled to the door frame. The assembly further includes a first vertical wire and a second vertical wire of the door. A first guide wire and a second guide wire are coupled to the door frame. The first vertical wire is coupled to and moves along the first guide wire between the open and close positions, and the second vertical wire is coupled to and moves along the second guide wire between the open and close positions. | 07-31-2014 |
20140216353 | Animal Enclosure With Dual Door Assembly - The present disclosure provides an animal enclosure including a plurality of members defining an interior of the enclosure. One of the plurality of members includes a first member having a frame structure and door assembly formed by a plurality of interconnected horizontal and vertical wires. At least two of the horizontal wires of the frame structure form a hook positioned inside the defined opening. The door assembly is coupled to the frame and moves between an open and closed positions. The door assembly includes a first door and a second door removably coupled to one another. The enclosure also includes a latch assembly for releasing the door assembly from the frame structure. In the closed position, at least one horizontal wire of the first door and at least one horizontal wire of the second door are coupled to the hooks formed by the at least two horizontal wires of the frame structure. | 08-07-2014 |
20140216354 | Animal Enclosure With Dual Door Assembly - The present disclosure provides an animal enclosure including a plurality of members defining an interior of the enclosure. One of the plurality of members includes a first member having a frame structure and door assembly formed by a plurality of interconnected horizontal and vertical wires. At least two of the horizontal wires of the frame structure form a hook positioned inside the defined opening. The door assembly is coupled to the frame and moves between an open and close positions. The door assembly includes a first door and a second door removably coupled to one another. The enclosure also includes a latch assembly for releasing the door assembly from the frame structure. In the close position, at least one horizontal wire of the first door and at least one horizontal wire of the second door are coupled to the hooks formed by the at least two horizontal wires of the frame structure. | 08-07-2014 |
20140338611 | ANIMAL ENCLOSURE WITH DUAL DOOR ASSEMBLY - The present disclosure provides an animal enclosure including a plurality of members defining an interior of the enclosure. One of the plurality of members includes a first member having a frame structure and door assembly formed by a plurality of interconnected horizontal and vertical wires. At least two of the horizontal wires of the frame structure form a hook positioned inside the defined opening. The door assembly is coupled to the frame and moves between an open and closed positions. The door assembly includes a first door and a second door removably coupled to one another. The enclosure also includes a latch assembly for releasing the door assembly from the frame structure. In the closed position, at least one horizontal wire of the first door and at least one horizontal wire of the second door are coupled to the hooks formed by the at least two horizontal wires of the frame structure. | 11-20-2014 |
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20150112939 | INCREMENTAL BLOCK LEVEL BACKUP - Disclosed are systems, computer-readable mediums, and methods for incremental block level backup. An initial backup of a volume is created at a backup server, where creating the initial backup includes retrieving an original metadata file from a metadata server, and retrieving a copy of all data of the volume based on the original metadata file. A first incremental backup of the volume is then created at the backup server, where creating the first incremental backup includes retrieving a first metadata file, where the first metadata file was created separately from the original metadata file. A block identifier of the first metadata file is compared to a corresponding block identifier of the original metadata file to determine a difference between the first and original block identifiers, and a copy of a changed data block of the volume is retrieved based on the comparison of the first and original block identifiers. | 04-23-2015 |
20150220402 | INCREMENTAL BLOCK LEVEL BACKUP - Disclosed are systems, computer-readable mediums, and methods for incremental block level backup. An initial backup of a volume is created at a backup server, where creating the initial backup includes retrieving an original metadata file from a metadata server, and retrieving a copy of all data of the volume based on the original metadata file. A first incremental backup of the volume is then created at the backup server, where creating the first incremental backup includes retrieving a first metadata file, where the first metadata file was created separately from the original metadata file. A block identifier of the first metadata file is compared to a corresponding block identifier of the original metadata file to determine a difference between the first and original block identifiers, and a copy of a changed data block of the volume is retrieved based on the comparison of the first and original block identifiers. | 08-06-2015 |
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20100230974 | LOW WIND, VERTICAL AXIS, DUAL STAGE, WIND TURBINE POWER GENERATOR - The present disclosure describes a low-wind, dual-stage, vertical-axis, wind-generated power turbine comprising a structural support tower, at least four turbine assemblies stacked on top of one another within individual turbine bays, a central drive shaft connecting the turbine assemblies, a draft induction channel surrounding the drive shaft, a spiral blade running through the induction channel, a paddle turbine assembly at the base of the tower which propels the spiral blade, a blower source which powers the paddle turbine, a built-in solar system which feeds the blower, external, natural wind directional slats, and a high pressure, fluid-drive, Hydrabine turbine mechanically coupled to a transmission or CTV, coupled to a one Mega Watt output generator. | 09-16-2010 |
20140252774 | WIND, SOLAR, AND MAGNETIC ELECTRICAL GENERATION SYSTEM - The invention provides a system, apparatus and method for generating continuous electricity from a variety of sources, using high torque, high efficiency motors, and optionally a wind turbine to operate at least one generator. | 09-11-2014 |
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20110308650 | Flow Control System for a Micropump - A flow control system is disclosed for use with a micropump for pumping a fluid to be administered through a catheter. The flow control system includes a first body portion, a membrane and a second body portion. The first body portion has a membrane-receiving inner surface, an inlet aperture in fluid communication with the micropump, and a mating surface disposed about the membrane-receiving inner surface and configured to mate with a mating surface of the second body portion. The membrane has a reinforcement annulus configured to be received by the first body portion membrane-receiving inner surface and a domed portion oriented to be movable from a closed position, in sealable communication with the inlet aperture, and an open position, in spaced apart relation from the inlet aperture. The membrane is oriented and sized to be biased in the closed position. The second body portion has a membrane-receiving inner surface, an outlet aperture configured to communicate with the catheter, and a mating surface disposed about the membrane-receiving inner surface and configured to mate with the mating surface of the first body portion. At least a portion of the membrane reinforcement annulus is positioned within the inner surface of the first body portion. The first body portion mating surface is positioned and maintained in sealed relation with the second body portion mating surface. Operation of the micropump causes the fluid to (a) flow from the micropump to the first body inlet aperture, (b) exert a pressure sufficient to move the membrane from the closed position to an open position, (c) flow around the membrane and through the second body outlet aperture and into the catheter. | 12-22-2011 |
20110309229 | Mold for Making a Membrane for Use with a Flow Control System for a Micropump - A mold for making a membrane having a reinforcement annulus configured to be received within a flow control system for use with a micropump is disclosed. The mold has a female body portion, a male body portion and a body support member. The female body portion has a cylindrical elongate lower portion extending along an axis and having a diameter D, and a centered, concave upper face having substantially the same diameter D and having a radius of curvature R. The upper face is oriented substantially perpendicularly to the axis of the elongate lower portion and extends therefrom. The male body portion has a cylindrical elongate upper portion having a lower terminus and extending along an axis. The upper portion thereof has a diameter substantially equal to D. The male body portion further has a central cylindrical portion having a height H and extending from the lower terminus along the axis of the upper portion. The central portion has a diameter of D-G, wherein G is the annular thickness of a spacing gap extending radially outward from the central portion. The male body portion further has a centered, convex lower face having a diameter substantially equal to D-G, a radius of curvature substantially equal to R and being oriented substantially perpendicularly to the axis of the elongate upper portion. The body portion support member has a generally elongated, tubular configuration and further has an inner diameter just slightly greater than D. The body portion support member is thereby configured to receive at least a portion of the female body portion and at least a portion of the male body portion, so that the female and male body portions can be maintained along the same axis. In this fashion, the convex face and concave face are positioned cooperatively to effect manufacture of the membrane having a reinforcement annulus configured to be received within a flow control system for use with a micropump. | 12-22-2011 |
20110309552 | Method of Making a Membrane for Use with a Flow Control System for a Micropump - A method of making a membrane for use with a flow control system is disclosed. A female mold body portion and a male mold body portion are provided. A body portion support member configured to receive at least a portion of the female body portion and at least a portion of the male body portion is provided. The female and male body portions are separated from one another. Membrane manufacturing material is provided to a concave portion of the female mold body portion. The sleeve is moved downward. The lower mold portion is lowered until it is just short of its final intended position. Excess membrane manufacturing material, if any, is removed from around the seam of the mold. The upper mold portion is lowered the remaining distance so that the two mold portions are separated by the exact distance desired for the final membrane thickness. | 12-22-2011 |
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20130144214 | CARTRIDGE SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF MEDICAMENT - A cartridge system for delivery of medicament includes as membrane placed between two disk magnets that are housed within pump body inserts. The pump body inserts having flow channels and fluid openings are between two inlet/outlet members. The inlet/outlet members each having a fluid outlet component and fluid openings are securely engaged to two reservoirs containing fluid medicaments. | 06-06-2013 |
20130144254 | DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS THEREFOR - A drug delivery device for delivery of medicament having a delivery pump system and a cartridge system, the delivery pump system operating electromagnetically by driving two disk magnets that are housed within pump body inserts of the cartridge system. The displacement of the magnets and an elastomer membrane placed between the magnets of the cartridge system results in a volumetric change within two reservoirs and the flow of medicaments. The medicament flows from the reservoirs to the inlet/outlet members via the pump body inserts and discharged to a patient user's body through an infusion set. | 06-06-2013 |
20130237947 | MULTI-PORTED DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE HAVING MULTI-RESERVOIR CARTRIDGE SYSTEM - A cartridge system of a multi-ported drug delivery device with independently actuated collapsible reservoirs, for delivery of medicaments, which includes membranes placed between disk magnets that are housed within pump body inserts. The pump body inserts having flow channels and fluid openings are between two inlet/outlet members with communication control through active valves and dynamically stressed membranes. The inlet/outlet members of the cartridge system each having a fluid outlet component and fluid openings are securely engaged to two or more reservoirs containing fluid medicaments. The cartridge system driven by the pump driver system delivers an appropriate dosage of medicament for treatment prescribed. | 09-12-2013 |
20130274577 | Medication Delivery Device and Related Methods of Use - Embodiments of the disclosure relate to medical devices and, in particular, to devices for delivery of basal and/or bolus doses of one or more medicaments to a patient. In one embodiment, a medical device for delivering a medicament to the body of a user may include a reservoir configured to contain the medicament, a delivery mechanism for channeling the medicament from the reservoir to the user, a pumping mechanism for pumping the medicament from the reservoir, through the delivery mechanism, and to the user, wherein the medical device may be configured to deliver a dose of the medicament to the user. The medical device may also include a sensor for monitoring a parameter of the body and a display of information to alert and keep the user informed. | 10-17-2013 |
20140257350 | CARTRIDGE SYSTEM FOR DELIVERY OF MEDICAMENT - A cartridge system for delivery of medicament includes as membrane placed between two disk magnets that are housed within pump body inserts. The pump body inserts having flow channels and fluid openings are between two inlet/outlet members. The inlet/outlet members each having a fluid outlet component and fluid openings are securely engaged to two reservoirs containing fluid medicaments. | 09-11-2014 |
20140336614 | DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS THEREFOR - A drug delivery device for delivery of medicament having a delivery pump system and a cartridge system, the delivery pump system operating electromagnetically by driving two disk magnets that are housed within pump body inserts of the cartridge system. The displacement of the magnets and an elastomer membrane placed between the magnets of the cartridge system results in a volumetric change within two reservoirs and the flow of medicaments. The medicament flows from the reservoirs to the inlet/outlet members via the pump body inserts and discharged to a patient user's body through an infusion set. | 11-13-2014 |
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20130274576 | MEDICATION DELIVERY DEVICE WITH MULTI-RESERVOIR CARTRIDGE SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - A medication delivery system for delivering medicament to a body of a user. The medication delivery system may include a housing having a plurality of medicament reservoirs therein, a first sensor configured to continuously monitor a parameter of the body, and a pump mechanism configured to pump medicament from each of the plurality of medicament reservoirs to a delivery mechanism having a portion disposed within the body of the user. | 10-17-2013 |
20140107589 | ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED VALVE AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - A valve assembly may include a valve body defining a housing for receiving a plunger, wherein the valve body includes an inlet channel and an outlet channel in selective fluid communication with the inlet channel. The valve assembly may also include a deflectable membrane operably coupled to the plunger, wherein the membrane is configured to selectively prevent fluid flow from the inlet channel to the outlet channel. Furthermore, the valve assembly may include an electromagnet for controlling a position of the plunger. | 04-17-2014 |
20140194812 | PUMP CARTRIDGE UNIT HAVING ONE OR MORE MEDICAMENT RESERVOIRS - In one embodiment, a medicament pump cartridge may include a reservoir configured to store a medicament, wherein the reservoir may be configured to transition between an expanded configuration when filled with medicament and a collapsed configuration when empty. The medicament pump cartridge may include an electromagnetic pumping mechanism, wherein the electromagnetic pumping mechanism includes at least one magnet secured to a membrane. Further, the medicament pump cartridge may include an electromagnetic valve operably coupled to the electromagnetic pumping mechanism. The pump cartridge may be configured to allow for secured refills through compatible ports. The pump cartridge may include light indicators for ports/orifice that communicate with pump, and possess sensor volumetric feedback for continuous monitoring of the medicament volume. | 07-10-2014 |