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20100261964 | ARTICULATING ENDOSCOPES - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 10-14-2010 |
20100261971 | ARTICULATING RETRACTORS - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 10-14-2010 |
20100262075 | ARTICULATING CATHETERS - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 10-14-2010 |
20100262161 | ARTICULATING INSTRUMENTS WITH JOYSTICK CONTROL - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 10-14-2010 |
20100262180 | ARTICULATING MECHANISMS WITH BIFURCATING CONTROL - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 10-14-2010 |
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20120199620 | Mounting apparatus - A mounting assembly for interconnecting a first object and a second object has a link assembly having a first end that couples the first object, and a second end that couples the second object, and a top plate assembly pivotably coupled to the second end of the link assembly. The top plate assembly includes an upper plate having a plurality of holes for attachment to a receiving device, and a lower plate pivotably coupled to the second end of the link assembly. The lower plate is connected to the upper plate only through a plurality of shock and vibration absorption members, thereby improving the shock and vibration absorption effect. | 08-09-2012 |
20120248166 | Mounting apparatus - A mounting assembly for interconnecting a first object and a second object has a link assembly having a first end that couples the first object, and a second end that couples the second object, and a top plate assembly coupled to the second end of the link assembly. The top plate assembly includes an upper plate having a plurality of holes for attachment to a receiving device or electronic device, and a lower plate coupled to the second end of the link assembly. The lower plate is connected to the upper plate only through a plurality of shock and vibration absorption members, thereby improving the shock and vibration absorption effect. | 10-04-2012 |
20130340559 | ARTICULATING MECHANISMS WITH ACTUATABLE ELEMENTS ACTUATABLE - The invention provides an articulating mechanism useful, for example, for remote manipulation of various surgical instruments and diagnostic tools within, or to, regions of the body. Movement of segments at the proximal end of the mechanism results in a corresponding, relative movement of segments at the distal end of the mechanism. The proximal and distal segments are connected by a set of cables in such a fashion that each proximal segment forms a discrete pair with a distal segment. This configuration allows each segment pair to move independently of one another and also permits the articulating mechanism to undergo complex movements and adopt complex configurations. The articulating mechanisms may also be combined in such a way to remotely mimic finger movements for manipulation of an object or body tissue. | 12-26-2013 |
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20130329243 | DOWNLOADABLE THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELS - A server is configured to store a number of different models of an object in machine-ready form corresponding to a number of different three-dimensional printers having differing capabilities and/or hardware configurations. When a user at a client device or a printer requests the object, the server automatically determines a printer type and selects a suitable, corresponding machine-ready model for immediate fabrication by the printer. | 12-12-2013 |
20130329257 | DOWNLOADABLE THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELS - A server is configured to store a number of different models of an object in machine-ready form corresponding to a number of different three-dimensional printers having differing capabilities and/or hardware configurations. When a user at a client device or a printer requests the object, the server automatically determines a printer type and selects a suitable, corresponding machine-ready model for immediate fabrication by the printer. | 12-12-2013 |
20130329258 | DOWNLOADABLE THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELS - A server is configured to store a number of different models of an object in machine-ready form corresponding to a number of different three-dimensional printers having differing capabilities and/or hardware configurations. When a user at a client device or a printer requests the object, the server automatically determines a printer type and selects a suitable, corresponding machine-ready model for immediate fabrication by the printer. | 12-12-2013 |
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20100048484 | METHODS FOR TREATING DIABETIC WOUNDS - The present invention relates to a method of treating chronic wounds using calreticulin. In particular, the invention relates to the treatment of chronic diabetic wounds using topical application of calreticulin to a patient in need of such treatment. | 02-25-2010 |
20130045918 | Methods for Treating Diabetic Wounds - The present invention relates to a method of treating chronic wounds using calreticulin. In particular, the invention relates to the treatment of chronic diabetic wounds using topical application of calreticulin to a patient in need of such treatment. | 02-21-2013 |
20130150285 | THERAPEUTIC AND COSMETIC USES AND APPLICATIONS OF CALRETICULIN - Therapeutic and cosmetic uses and applications of calreticulin are provided. In particular, the invention relates to therapeutic and cosmetic uses and applications of calreticulin to a patient in need of such treatment including in tissue repair, wound healing, ulcers, reducing scar formation, and reducing or eliminating wrinkles. | 06-13-2013 |
20140142120 | METHOD OF TREATING CANCER WITH MODULATORS OF SCFSkp2 - The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The present invention is also directed to a method of treating cancer in a subject. Also disclosed are methods of inhibiting SCF-Skp2 activity and a method of identifying inhibitors of SCF-Skp2 activity. | 05-22-2014 |
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20110003119 | OPTIMIZED HIGH TEMPERATURE THERMAL BARRIER - The invention is directed to high purity zirconia-based and/or hafnia-based materials and coatings for high temperature cycling applications. Thermal barrier coatings made from the invention high purity material was found to have significantly improved sintering resistance relative to coatings made from current materials of lower purity. The invention materials are high purity zirconia and/or hafnia partially or fully stabilized by one or any combinations of the following stabilizers: yttria, ytterbia, scandia, lanthanide oxide and actinide oxide. Limits for impurity oxide, oxides other than the intended ingredients, that lead to significantly improved sintering resistance were discovered. High purity coating structures suitable for high temperature cycling applications and for application onto a substrate were provided. In one structure, the coating comprises a ceramic matrix, porosity and micro cracks. In another structure, the coating comprises a ceramic matrix, porosity, macro cracks and micro cracks. In another structure, the coating comprises ceramic columns and gaps between the columns. In another structure, the coating comprises ceramic columns, gaps between the columns and nodules distributing randomly in the gaps and columns. | 01-06-2011 |
20120114929 | HIGH PURITY CERAMIC ABRADABLE COATINGS - The invention is directed to a material and method for obtaining a ceramic abradable system for high temperature applications. High purity partially stabilized zirconia and/or hafnia base material has higher sintering resistance compared to conventional 6-9 weight percent yttria stabilized zirconia systems. The benefits of these systems are higher service lifetime and low thermal conductivity to achieve high operating temperatures. System includes a superalloy substrate, oxidation resistant bond coat and a thick ceramic abradable top coat. Total coating thickness is about 0.5-5 mm. In some applications an intermediate layer of high purity partially stabilized zirconia or a partially stabilized YSZ/MCrAlY cermet is applied over the oxidation resistant bond coat. In other applications an abradable system is applied on top of a grid. Additional benefits should be reduced blade wear at high operating conditions. | 05-10-2012 |
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20110170981 | WALL FASTENING ASSEMBLY - A fastening assembly for retaining an object to a wall having a hole extending therethrough, including an elongated flexible planar retaining strap and a elongated rigid anchoring member which is mounted adjacent to the distal end of the retaining strap so it normal assumes a position generally perpendicular to the retaining strap. The retaining strap is flexible and can be manipulated and bent relative to the anchoring member to permit the anchoring member and retaining strap to be inserted through the hole in the wall and pulled against the back of the wall. The object to held is preferably locked onto the retaining strap on the first side of the wall, by a second anchoring member in order to retain the object against the wall. | 07-14-2011 |
20120056051 | FASTENER ASSEMBLY - A fastener assembly for mounting an object on a wall, according to the invention, includes a substantially planar member having at least one ledge extending substantially perpendicular therefrom, the member being configured to permit at least a portion of the planar member to lie flush against the wall, with the ledge inserted at least partially through the wall. The fastener assembly serves uniquely as a support or crutch in order to increase the previously unused load carrying abilities of both the fastener and wall to support heavier objects. | 03-08-2012 |
20120292942 | LUMINANT TRIM FOR VEHICLE WINDOW FRAME - A luminant component, such as reflective tape or an electrically powered component, is applied to the window frame of a motor vehicle. The component is visible from both the outside of the window, through the window and the inside of the window to illuminate at least portions of the vehicle. | 11-22-2012 |
20130147231 | LUMINANT TRIM FOR VEHICLE WINDOW FRAME - A luminant component, such as reflective tape or an electrically powered component, is applied to the window frame of a motor vehicle. The component is visible from both the outside of the window, through the window and the inside of the window to illuminate at least portions of the vehicle. | 06-13-2013 |
20140049977 | LUMINANT TRIM FOR VEHICLE WINDOW FRAME - A luminant component is applied to the window frame of a motor vehicle. The component includes one or more electrically powered lights. According to the invention, the luminant component is visible from the outside of the window and through the window. The lights are electrically connected to the car's electrical system and can be illuminated to provide various signals, such as hazard warnings or directions signals. | 02-20-2014 |
20150036375 | LUMINANT TRIM FOR VEHICLE WINDOW FRAME - A luminant component is applied to the window frame of a motor vehicle. The component includes one or more electrically powered lights. According to the invention, the luminant component is visible from the outside of the window and through the window. The lights are electrically connected to the car's electrical system and can be illuminated to provide various signals, such as hazard warnings or directions signals. | 02-05-2015 |
20150291084 | LUMINANT TRIM FOR VEHICLE DOOR - An illuminatable motor vehicle door, including a door of a motor vehicle, having an upper edge, a lower edge, an outer side edge, an opposite inner side edge. A lower door flange is defined on the door adjacent to the lower edge, between a lower portion of the side edges of the door. The door also includes a luminant component which, when illuminated, can be seen in the dark, which is applied to overlie at least a portion of the lower door flange of the door of the motor vehicle, so that the luminant component reflects light on the inside of the door. | 10-15-2015 |
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20120205920 | AUTONOMOUS DOOR DEFENSE SYSTEM AND METHOD - An autonomous door defense system for use with a door moveable between open and closed positions, wherein the door is secured within a doorway, includes at least one brace assembly selectively moveable between at least a defense position, wherein a portion of the brace assembly is positioned to substantially prevent the door from being moved into the open position, and a standby position. The system further includes an activation assembly configured to move the at least one brace assembly between the at least defense and standby positions. | 08-16-2012 |
20120223216 | STERILIZATION SYSTEM WITH ULTRAVIOLET EMITTER FOR ERADICATING BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS - An exemplary sterilization system includes a self-propelled robotic mobile platform for locating and eradicating infectious bacterial and virus strains on floors (and objects thereon), walls, cabinets, angled structures, etc., using one or more ultraviolet light sources. A controller allows the system to adjust the quantity of ultraviolet light received by a surface by, for example, changing the intensity of energy input to a ultraviolet light source, changing a distance between a ultraviolet light source and a surface being irradiated, changing the speed/movement of the mobile platform to affect time of exposure, and/or by returning to contaminated areas for additional passes. The mobile platform may include a sensor capable of detecting fluorescence of biological contaminants irradiated with ultraviolet light to locate contaminated areas. The system is thus capable of “seek and destroy” functionality by navigating towards contaminated areas and irradiating those areas with ultraviolet light accordingly. | 09-06-2012 |