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US07786261B2	Coiled-coil fusion proteins comprising cell receptor domains Fusion proteins and coiled-coil induced dimers prepared from both the ectodomains and the kinase domains are disclosed. The receptor domains when presented in the form of a homodimer or heterodimer by virtue of the coiled-coil tag have enhanced ligand binding activity or enhanced kinase activity. The kinetics of binding and the antagonistic potencies of the ectodomain dimers, and their use to alter or inhibit signaling is described. Application of the ectodomain and kinase domain dimers in assays for selecting compounds capable of inhibiting ligand binding and kinase activity, respectively, is described.
US07786256B2	IFBM's to promote the specific attachment of target analytes to the surface of orthopedic implants The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
US07786253B2	Apparatus and method for oxidation and stabilization of polymeric materials An apparatus for treating polymeric materials comprises a treatment chamber adapted to maintain a selected atmosphere; a means for supporting the polymeric material within the chamber; and, a source of plasma-derived gas containing at least one reactive oxidative species whereby the polymer is stabilized and cross linked through exposure to the oxidative species in the chamber at a selected temperature. The polymer may be directly exposed to the plasma, or alternatively, the plasma may be established in a separate volume from which the reactive species may be extracted and introduced into the vicinity of the polymer. The apparatus may be configured for either batch-type or continuous-type processing. The apparatus and method are especially useful for preparing polymer fibers, particularly PAN fibers, for later carbonization treatments.
US07786248B2	Underfill compositions and methods for use thereof The invention is based on the discovery that certain polyester-linked compounds are useful as components in underfill compositions for the microelectronic packaging industry.
US07786247B2	High IV melt phase polyester polymer catalyzed with antimony containing compounds A melt phase process for making a polyester polymer melt phase product by adding an antimony containing catalyst to the melt phase, polycondensing the melt containing said catalyst in the melt phase until the It.V. of the melt reaches at least 0.75 dL/g. Polyester polymer melt phase pellets containing antimony residues and having an It.V. of at least 0.75 dL/g are obtained without solid state polymerization. The polyester polymer pellets containing antimony residues and having an It.V. of at least 0.70 dL/g obtained without increasing the molecular weight of the melt phase product by solid state polymerization are fed to an extruder, melted to produce a molten polyester polymer, and extruded through a die to form shaped articles. The melt phase products and articles made thereby have low b* color and/or high L* brightness, and the reaction time to make the melt phase products is short.
US07786244B2	Development and characterization of novel proton conducting aromatic polyether type copolymers bearing main and side chain pyridine groups Featured are novel heterocycle substituted hydroquinones, aromatic copolymers and homopolymers bearing main and side chain polar pyridine units. These polymers exhibit good mechanical properties, high thermal and oxidative stability, high doping ability and high conductivity values. These novel polymers can be used in the preparation and application of MEA on PEMFC type single cells. The combination of the above mentioned properties indicate the potential of the newly prepared materials to be used as electrolytes in high temperature PEM fuel cells.
US07786239B2	Modified vegetable oil-based polyols Methods of making unsaturated modified vegetable oil-based polyols are described. Also described are methods of making oligomeric modified vegetable oil-based polyols. An oligomeric composition having a modified fatty acid triglyceride structure is also described. Also, methods of making a polyol including hydroformylation and hydrogenation of oils in the presence of a catalyst and support are described.
US07786238B2	Cationic starch graft copolymers and novel process for the preparation of cationic starch graft copolymers Cationic starch graft copolymer composed of the monomers a) to d) a) 20-80% by weight of acrylamide, methacrylamide or mixtures thereof, b) 3-20% by weight of at least one basic or cationic vinyl monomer, c) 0.005-1.5% by weight of at least one bifunctional or higher-functional crosslinking agent, d) 0-10% by weight of at least one nonionic or anionic vinyl monomer which differs from the monomers mentioned under a) to c) and a grafting base e) e) 15-70% by weight of at least one starch or one starch derivative, the sum of a) to e) being 100% by weight.
US07786236B2	Polymeric nano-particles of flower-like structure and applications A flower-like nano-particle composition including a poly(alkenylbenzene) core and a poly(conjugated diene) or a poly(alkylene) surface layer is provided. The nano-particles have a mean average diameter less than about 100 nm and are substantially free of chain ends. The nano-particles can be modified via, for example, hydrogenation. The nano-particles can advantageously be incorporated into rubbers, elastomers, and thermoplastics.
US07786206B2	Thermoplastic resin composition A thermoplastic resin composition comprising: (A) 30 to 80 parts by mass of a polyamide; (B) 20 to 70 parts by mass of a polyphenylene ether; (C) 0 to 40 parts by mass, based on 100 parts by mass of the total amount of the polyamide (A) and the polyphenylene ether (B), of a rubbery polymer; and (D) 10 to 50 parts by mass, based on 100 parts by mass of the total amount of the polyamide (A) and the polyphenylene ether (B), of a platy inorganic filler having an average particle size of 9 to 20 μm, and having a particle size ratio (d75%/d25%) of the particle size (d75%) at 75% counted from smaller particle size to the particle size (d25%) at 25% of 1.0 or more and 2.5 or less.
US07786190B2	Method for the production of pulverulent high-molecular water-soluble polymers for application in solid/liquid separation processes The present invention relates to a method for the production of pulverulent high-molecular water-soluble polymers for application in solid/liquid separation processes. The invention relates in particular to a method for modifying and drying inverse polymer dispersions with the help of kneading technology while recovering the solvents used.
US07786186B2	Optically transparent polymer with antibiofouling properties Optically transparent, impact-resistant solid polymer bodies are provided that are resistant to fouling by organisms such as algae, bacteria and molds. The bodies may be sheets of polymer for use as covers for optical sensors, windows or other cover glasses. The materials may be formed by solvent casting, extrusion or other processing methods.
US07786185B2	Wettable hydrogels comprising acyclic polyamides The present invention relates to biomedical devices, and particularly contact lenses comprising a polymer having entangled therein at least one acyclic polyamide.
US07786184B2	Active energy ray curable resin composition and sheet-like optical article An active energy ray curable resin composition for a sheet-like optical article capable of providing a cured material having a dynamic elastic modulus at 25° C. of 950 MPa or less and a dynamic elastic modulus at 60° C. of 100 MPa or more and a sheet-like optical article prepared from the resin composition are disclosed. The sheet-like optical article (e.g., prism sheet) has good heat resistance and extremely small warpage.
US07786183B2	Coated glass articles The invention is a composition comprising: a) one or more film forming resins having at least one functional group capable of polymerization; b) one or more reactive diluents capable of reacting with the film forming resin; c) one or more silicon, titanium, zirconium, aluminum or metal containing compounds capable of promoting adhesion of the composition to glass; d) one or more fillers capable of imparting abrasion resistance to the composition when cured; and e) one or more compounds which is reactive with the film forming resin which also contains at least one acidic moiety. The composition of the invention is useful as a frit on the window of a vehicle. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for applying the coatings to glass and a method for bonding the coated glass to a structure or substrate, for instance, a building.
US07786179B2	Demulsifiers in solvent base for separating emulsions and methods of use Demulsifiers containing an anionic surfactant selected from alkylsulfosuccinates, alkylphosphonic acids, and their salts; a nonionic surfactant selected from ethylene oxide/propylene oxide copolymers, ethoxylated fatty acids of polyethylene glycol, terpene alkoxylates, and modified alkanolamides; and solvent bases comprising blends of dibasic esters. Methods for breaking emulsions using such demulsifiers and solvent bases are also disclosed.
US07786175B2	Anti-atherosclerosis composition containing carotenoids and method for inhibiting LDL oxidation An anti-atherosclerosis composition comprising a LDL-oxidation inhibiting effective amount of phytoene, phytofluene or mixtures thereof and a method for inhibiting the progression of atherosclerosis.
US07786173B2	Tetralin analogs having sphingosine 1-phosphate agonist activity Tetralin analogs that have agonist activity at one or more of the S1P receptors are provided. The compounds are sphingosine analogs, which, after phosphorylation, can behave as agonists at S1P receptors.
US07786169B2	Phenoxyalkycarboxylic acid derivatives in the treatment of ulcerative colitis A method of treating ulcerative colitis in a patient suffering therefrom comprising: administering an effective amount of a compound selected from compound 1, its metabolite 2 and pharmaceutically acceptable salts or esters thereof:
US07786160B2	Combination of selected analgesics and COX-II inhibitors Combinations of certain analgesics with certain COX-II inhibitors, related pharmaceutical compositions, including advantageous galenical forms containing these combinations, and to the use thereof in methods of treatment, in particular for the treatment of pain.
US07786154B2	Substituted gamma lactams as therapeutic agents A compound having the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or a prodrug thereof is disclosed herein. Y, A, and B are as described herein. Methods, compositions, and medicaments related to these compounds are also disclosed.
US07786151B2	Therapeutic composition of treating abnormal splicing caused by the excessive kinase induction The present invention provides a composition of treating, preventing abnormal splicing caused by the excessive kinase induction, which comprises TG003 and a method using the same of treating, preventing abnormal splicing caused by the excessive kinase induction.
US07786148B2	Fungicidal composition comprising a pyridylethylbenzamide derivative and a compound capable of inhibiting the transport of electrons of the respiratory chain in phytopathogenic fungal organisms A composition comprising at least a pyridylethylbenzamide derivative of general formula (I) (a) and a compound capable of inhibiting the transport of electrons of the respiratory chain in phytopathogenic fungal organisms (b) in a (a)/(b) weight ratio of from 0.01 to 20. A composition further comprising an additional fungicidal compound. A method for preventively or curatively combating the phytopathogenic fungi of crops by using this composition.
US07786137B2	Bicyclic derivatives as modulators of ion channels Bicyclic derivatives having formula (I) and a composition thereof are useful as ion channel antagonists:
US07786127B2	Benzimidazole thiophene compounds The present invention provides benzimidazole thiophene compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing the same, and their use as pharmaceutical agents.
US07786125B2	Neuroprotective small organic molecules, compositions and uses of related thereto The present application is directed to therapeutic compounds, compositions, and methods for culturing neuronal cells and for preventing and the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
US07786117B2	Therapeutic substituted thiazolidinones, oxazolidinones, and related compounds Compounds comprising or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or a prodrug thereof, are disclosed, wherein J, B, Y, G and A are as described. Methods, compositions, and medicaments related thereto are also disclosed.
US07786116B2	2-amino-quinoline derivatives useful as inhibitors of β-secretase (BACE) The present invention is directed to novel 2-amino-quinoline derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease (AD), mild cognitive impairment, senility and/or dementia. The compounds of the present invention are inhibitors of β-secretase, also known as β-site amyloid cleaving enzyme, BACE, BACE1, Asp2, or memapsin2.
US07786112B2	Inhibitors of cyclin-dependent kinases, compositions and uses related thereto The invention pertains to novel cyclin dependent kinase inhibitors (cdks) and specifically, but not exclusively, as inhibitors of cdk/cyclin complexes. As described herein, the inhibitors of this invention are capable of inhibiting the cell-cycle machinery and consequently may be useful in modulating cell-cycle progression, ultimately controlling cell growth and differentiation. Such compounds would be useful for treating subjects having disorders associated with excessive cell proliferation.
US07786106B2	Substituted benzene derivatives or salts thereof There are provided compounds having an anticoagulant action on the basis of inhibition of activated blood coagulation factor X and being useful as anticoagulants or preventive/therapeutic agents for diseases induced by thrombosis or embolism. Effective ingredients are the compounds such as 4′-bromo-2′-[(5-chloro-2-pyridyl) carbamoyl]-6′-β-D-galactopyranosyloxy-1-isopropylpiperidine-4-carboxanilide, 2′-(2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-4′-bromo-6′-[(5-chloro-2-pyridyl)carbamoyl]-1-isopropylpiperidine-4-carboxanilide, etc. or salts thereof.
US07786093B2	Antistress agent The present invention relates to an antistress agent comprising as an active ingredient a saccharide containing 3-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucose as a structural unit. It is an object of the present invention to provide said antistress agent which is free from side effects as a medicine, and can be taken habitually and also can be ingested simply as a food or a beverage, or the like.
US07786090B2	Methods and compositions for treating and preventing neurologic disorders The present invention provides methods for treating or reducing neurologic disorders.
US07786076B2	Immunogenic compositions and methods of use Disclosed herein are immunogenic compositions comprising a multilayer film comprising two or more layers of polyelectrolytes, wherein adjacent layers comprise oppositely charged polyelectrolytes. A first layer polyelectrolyte comprises an antigenic polypeptide comprising one or more surface adsorption regions covalently linked to one or more antigenic determinant regions, wherein the antigenic polypeptide and the one or more surface adsorption regions have the same polarity. The immunogenic compositions may be employed in methods of eliciting an immune response in a vertebrate organism.
US07786073B2	Container for dietary supplement having improved efficacy at time of consumption A dietary supplement that includes a container having a first compartment and a second compartment. The first compartment includes an aqueous medium. The second compartment includes an ingredient that is stable when stored within the second compartment. The container is configured such that a user may selectively cause the first and second compartments to be in communication with each other such that the ingredient of the second compartment is mixed with the aqueous medium of the first compartment. The ingredient, which may be creatine or a derivative thereof, is less stable after being mixed with the aqueous medium of the first compartment.
US07786072B2	Stabilized compounds having secondary structure motifs The present invention provides novel stabilized crosslinked compounds having secondary structure motifs, libraries of these novel compounds, and methods for the synthesis of these compounds libraries thereof. The synthesis of these novel stabilized compounds involves (1) synthesizing a peptide from a selected number of natural or non-natural amino acids, wherein said peptide comprises at least two moieties capable of undergoing reaction to promote carbon-carbon bond formation; and (2) contacting said peptide with a reagent to generate at least one crosslinker and to effect stabilization of a secondary structure motif. The present invention, in a preferred embodiment, provides stabilized p53 donor helical peptides. Additionally, the present invention provides methods for disrupting the p53/MDM2 binding interaction comprising (1) providing a crosslinked stabilized α-helical structure; and (2) contacting said crosslinked stabilized α-helical structure with MDM2.
US07786060B2	Lubricating oil additive concentrates Lubricating oil additive concentrates containing oil of lubricating viscosity, at least one basic metal complex, an oil-soluble hydrocarbyl phenol aldehyde condensate, and an organic friction modifier containing at least one hydroxyl and/or amino group.
US07786053B2	Highly branched polymeric materials as coating on weighting agents A wellbore fluid having at least two phases, the wellbore fluid including a fluid phase; and a solid phase including a powdered solid material coated with a polymer, wherein the polymer is the reaction product of a polyesteramide and a crosslinking agent is disclosed.
US07786049B2	Drilling fluids with improved shale inhibition and methods of drilling in subterranean formations The present invention relates to subterranean drilling operations, and more particularly, to drilling fluids that may be used to drill a well bore in a subterranean formation that may demonstrate improved shale inhibition and methods of using such drilling fluids in subterranean formations. One embodiment of the methods of the present invention provides a method of drilling a well bore in a subterranean formation comprising providing a drilling fluid comprising an aqueous-based fluid and a shale inhibiting component comprising a nanoparticle source; and placing the drilling fluid in the well bore in the subterranean formation. Another embodiment of the present invention provides a method of flocculation comprising providing a fluid comprising suspended particles, and adding a shale inhibiting component comprising a nanoparticle source to the fluid comprising suspended particles to form flocculated particles.
US07786042B2	Fluridone as an anti-inflammatory agent The invention relates to a novel use of fluridone—compound known per se and used as an aquatic erbicide—in the medical field, in particular as an active compound for preparing a medicament having anti-inflammatory activity. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising fluridone as an active compound and pharmaceutically acceptable carriers and/or diluents are also disclosed. Finally, there is disclosed the pro-inflammatory activity of abscisic acid (ABA), a plant hormone which is also found in mammal serum and against which fluridone acts an inhibitor.
US07786029B2	Resin composition and application thereof A resin composition contains a solvent and a solid content dispersed in the solvent. The solid content does not contain phenolic resin. The solid content contains a benzoxazine resin and a phosphorus-containing epoxy resin. The weight ratio of the benzoxazine resin to phosphorus-containing epoxy resin is about 0.6:1 to about 3.0:1. A circuit board substrate and a copper clad laminate fabricated with the resin composition mentioned above are disclosed too.
US07786024B2	Selective processing of semiconductor nanowires by polarized visible radiation Methods, systems, and apparatuses for annealing semiconductor nanowires and for fabricating electrical devices are provided. Nanowires are deposited on a substrate. A plurality of electrodes is formed. The nanowires are in electrical contact with the plurality of electrodes. The nanowires are doped. A polarized laser beam is applied to the nanowires to anneal at least a portion of the nanowires. The nanowires may be aligned substantially parallel to an axis. The laser beam may be polarized in various ways to modify absorption of radiation of the applied laser beam by the nanowires. For example, the laser beam may be polarized in a direction substantially parallel to the axis or substantially perpendicular to the axis to enable different nanowire absorption profiles.
US07786015B2	Method for fabricating self-aligned complementary pillar structures and wiring A method of making a semiconductor device includes forming at least one device layer over a substrate, forming at least two spaced apart features over the at least one device layer, forming sidewall spacers on the at least two features, selectively removing the spaced apart features, filling a space between a first sidewall spacer and a second sidewall spacer with a filler feature, selectively removing the sidewall spacers to leave a plurality of the filler features spaced apart from each other, and etching the at least one device layer using the filler feature as a mask.
US07786007B2	Method and apparatus of stress relief in semiconductor structures A method, apparatus and system are provided for relieving stress in the via structures of semiconductor structures whenever a linewidth below a via is larger than a ground-rule, including providing a via at least as large as the groundrule, providing a landing pad above the via, providing a via bar in place of a via, slotting the metal linewidth below the via, or providing an oversize via with a sidewall spacer.
US07786004B2	Method of treating an exposed conductive film prior to forming a silicide A method of manufacturing a semiconductor device includes forming a first conductive film on a semiconductor substrate via a first insulating film; forming a second conductive film on the first conductive film via a second insulating film; patterning the first and the second conductive films and the second insulating film to form a plurality of gate electrodes; filling a third insulating film between the plurality of gate electrodes; exposing an upper portion of the second conductive film by removing the third insulating film; covering surfaces of the exposed upper portion of the second conductive film with fluoride (F) or carbon (C) or oxygen (O); and forming a metal film on an upper surface of the second conductive film; and forming silicide layers on the upper portion of the second conductive films by thermally treating the metal film.
US07785986B2	Method of manufacturing semiconductor device To prevent semiconductor chips from adhering to the trays during transport, a method is employed which transports semiconductor chips in the following state. When trays provided with a plurality of accommodating portions having a recessed cross section for accommodating semiconductor chips on a main surface thereof are stacked in a plurality of stages, the semiconductor chips are accommodated in spaces defined by the accommodating portions formed over the main surface of the lower-stage tray and corresponding accommodating portions formed over the back surface of the upper-stage tray. Here, on bottom surfaces of the accommodating portions formed over the back surface of the upper-stage tray, isolated projections having a height which prevents the projections from coming into contact with the semiconductor chips are arranged in a scattered manner. In this way, it is possible to prevent the semiconductor chips from adhering to the back surface of the upper-stage tray.
US07785975B2	SOI device with improved storage capacity and method for manufacturing the same An SOI device includes an SOI substrate composed of a stack structure of a silicon substrate, a buried oxide layer, and a silicon layer. Grooves are defined in the silicon layer each exposing the buried oxide layer. A barrier layer is formed on the lower portion of the sidewall of each of the grooves. An epi-silicon layer is formed to fill the grooves and cover the barrier layer. Gates are formed on the epi-silicon layer, and junction areas are formed in the silicon layer on both sides of the gates.
US07785972B2	Method for fabricating semiconductor MOS device A method of making a transistor device having silicided source/drain is provided. A gate electrode is formed on a substrate with a gate dielectric layer therebetween. A spacer is formed on sidewalls of the gate electrode. A source/drain is implanted into the substrate. A pre-amorphization implant (PAI) is performed to form an amorphized layer on the source/drain. A post-PAI annealing process is performed to repair defects formed during the PAI process. A metal silicide layer is then formed from the amorphized layer.
US07785965B2	Dual storage node memory devices and methods for fabricating the same Dual storage node memory devices and methods for fabricating dual storage node memory devices have been provided. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, a method includes the steps of etching a plurality of trenches in a semiconductor substrate and forming a layered structure within the trenches. The layered structure includes a tunnel dielectric layer and a charge storage layer. Bit lines are formed within the semiconductor substrate and a layer of conductive material is deposited overlying the layered structure.
US07785950B2	Dual stress memory technique method and related structure A method for providing a dual stress memory technique in a semiconductor device including an nFET and a PFET and a related structure are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes forming a tensile stress layer over the nFET and a compressive stress layer over the pFET, annealing to memorize stress in the semiconductor device and removing the stress layers. The compressive stress layer may include a high stress silicon nitride deposited using a high density plasma (HDP) deposition method. The annealing step may include using a temperature of approximately 400-1200° C. The high stress compressive silicon nitride and/or the anneal temperatures ensure that the compressive stress memorization is retained in the pFET.
US07785935B2	Manufacturing method for forming an integrated circuit device and corresponding integrated circuit device The present invention provides a manufacturing method for forming an integrated circuit device and to a corresponding integrated circuit device. The manufacturing method for forming an integrated circuit device comprises the steps of: forming a first level on a substrate; forming a second level above the first level; forming a cap layer on the second level which covers a first region of the level and leaves a second region uncovered; and simultaneously etching a first contact hole in the first region and a second contact hole in the second region such that the etching is selective to the cap layer in the second region and proceeds to a greater depth in the first region.
US07785933B2	Method for manufacturing semiconductor device To provide a method for manufacturing a highly-reliable semiconductor device, which is not damaged by external local pressure, with a high yield, a semiconductor device is manufactured by forming an element substrate having a semiconductor element formed using a single-crystal semiconductor substrate or an SOI substrate, providing the element substrate with a fibrous body formed from an organic compound or an inorganic compound, applying a composition containing an organic resin to the element substrate and the fibrous body so that the fibrous body is impregnated with the organic resin, and heating to provide the element substrate with a sealing layer in which the fibrous body formed from an organic compound or an inorganic compound is contained.
US07785929B2	Mountable integrated circuit package system with exposed external interconnects The present invention provides a mountable integrated circuit package system comprising: providing an inner integrated circuit package including a first external interconnect having a shoulder; connecting an intraconnect between a second external interconnect and the shoulder; and forming an outer encapsulation over the inner integrated circuit package, the intraconnect, and partially exposing the first external interconnect on a top encapsulation side of the outer encapsulation and the second external interconnect on a bottom encapsulation side of the outer encapsulation.
US07785913B2	System and method for forming moveable features on a composite substrate A method for forming moveable features suspended over a substrate is described, wherein a cavity beneath the moveable feature is first formed using a liquid etchant applied through one or more release holes. After formation of the cavity, the outline of the moveable feature is formed using a dry etch process. Since the moveable feature is free to move upon its formation using the dry etch process, no stiction issues arise using the systems and methods described here.
US07785912B2	Piezo-TFT cantilever MEMS fabrication A piezo-TFT cantilever microelectromechanical system (MEMS) and associated fabrication processes are provided. The method comprises: providing a substrate, such as glass for example; forming thin-films overlying the substrate; forming a thin-film cantilever beam; and simultaneously forming a TFT within the cantilever beam. The TFT is can be formed least partially overlying a cantilever beam top surface, at least partially overlying a cantilever beam bottom surface, or embedded within the cantilever beam. In one example, forming thin-films on the substrate includes: selectively forming a first layer with a first stress level; selectively forming a first active Si region overlying the first layer; and selectively forming a second layer overlying the first layer with a second stress level. The thin-film cantilever beam is formed from the first and second layers, while the TFT source/drain (S/D) and channel regions are formed from the first active Si region.
US07785911B2	Semiconductor laser diode with current restricting layer and fabrication method thereof Provided are a semiconductor laser diode having a current confining layer and a method of fabricating the same. The semiconductor laser diode includes a substrate, a first material layer deposited on the substrate, an active layer which is deposited on the first material layer and emits a laser beam, and a second material layer which is deposited on the active layer and includes a ridge portion protruding from the active layer and a current confining layer formed by injection of ions into peripheral portions of the ridge portion so as to confine a current injected into the active layer. Therefore, it is possible to fabricate an improved semiconductor laser diode having a low-resonance critical current value that can remove a loss in an optical profile and reduce the profile width of a current injected into the active layer while maintaining the width of the ridge portion.
US07785910B2	Light emitting device having protrusion and recess structure and method of manufacturing the same The semiconductor light emitting device having a protrusion and recess structure includes: a lower clad layer disposed on a substrate; an active layer formed on one portion of a top surface of the lower clad layer; an upper clad layer formed on the active layer; a first electrode formed on the upper clad layer; and a second electrode that is formed on a protrusion and recess structural pattern region formed on a portion of the top surface of the lower clad layer not occupied by the active layer.
US07785908B2	Method of making diode having reflective layer A method of forming a light emitting diode includes forming a transparent substrate and a GaN buffer layer on the transparent substrate. An n-GaN layer is formed on the buffer layer. An active layer is formed on the n-GaN layer. A p-GaN layer is formed on the active layer. A p-electrode is formed on the p-GaN layer and an n-electrode is formed on the n-GaN layer. A reflective layer is formed on a second side of the transparent substrate. A scribe line is formed on the substrate for separating the diodes on the substrate. Also, a cladding layer of AlGaN is between the p-GaN layer and the active layer.
US07785906B2	Method to detect poly residues in LOCOS process A test structure which can be used to detect residual conductive material such as polysilicon which can result from an under etch comprises a PMOS transistor and an OTP EPROM floating gate device. By testing the devices using different testing parameters, it can be determined whether residual conductive material remains subsequent to an etch, and where the residual conductive material is located on the device. A method for testing a semiconductor device using the test structure is also described.
US07785905B2	Dielectric actuator or sensor structure and method of making it The present invention relates to dielectric actuators or sensors of the kind wherein electrostatic attraction between two electrodes located on an elastomeric body leads to a compression of the body in a first direction and a corresponding extension of the body in a second direction. The dielectric actuator/sensor structure comprises a first sheet of elastomeric material having at least one smooth surface and a second surface and a second sheet of elastomeric material having at least one smooth surface and a second surface. The sheets are laminated together with their second surfaces exposed, and there is provided a first electrode on the second surface of the first sheet and second electrode on the second surface of the second sheet.
US07785902B2	Method for analyzing a mixture of biological and/or chemical components using magnetic particles and device for the implementation of said method Disclosed is a method of analysis of a mixture of biological and/or chemical components that entails spatially arranging a chosen component attached to magnetic particles, exposing the particles to a magnetic field, and recording a magnetic induction signal, from which the content of the analyte in the mixture is judged; this includes grouping the chosen component in a probe volume, making the magnetic field alternating, pre-setting its spectrum, at least, at two frequencies, and recording the signal at a frequency, which is a linear combination of these frequencies, during the exposure of the magnetic particles to the field.
US07785899B2	Lateral flow test kit and method for detecting an analyte A method and device for detecting analytes in a test sample. Embodiments include methods for quantitatively detecting analytes within a range of concentrations. In an embodiment the method includes a lateral flow test strip with multiple test areas for capturing a labeled receptor to provide a detectable signal.
US07785888B2	Metabolically activated recombinant viral vectors and methods for their preparation and use Recombinant viral vectors, especially parvovirus vectors such as adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors, capable of enhanced expression of heterologous sequences, and methods for their construction and use, are provided. The vectors have a structure, or are capable of rapidly adopting a structure, which involves intrastrand base pairing of at least one region in a heterologous sequence.
US07785887B2	Adenovirus E1B-55K single amino acid mutants and methods of use Adenoviral mutants are described that have single amino acid mutations in the E1B-55K protein which mutations effect the p53 binding/inactivation and the late functions of the E1B-55K protein in a manner that enhances the efficacy of such viruses for treating cancer when compared to adenoviral mutants that have the E1B-55K region deleted.
US07785886B2	Methods and reagents for modulating cholesterol levels The invention features ABC1 nucleic acids and polypeptides for the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal cholesterol regulation. The invention also features methods for identifying compounds for modulating cholesterol levels in an animal (e.g., a human).
US07785881B2	MAGE-C2 antigenic peptides and uses thereof This invention relates to isolated peptides derived from MAGE-C2, nucleic acid molecules that encode MAGE-C2 and the isolated peptides derived from MAGE-C2, expression vectors comprising the nucleic acid molecules, host cells transformed or transfected with the nucleic acid molecules or the expression vectors, and to tetramers comprising the peptides, HLA molecules, β2 microglobulin and a first and second binding partner. This invention also relates to methods for using the peptides, nucleic acid molecules, expression vectors, tetramers and complexes of this invention as well as to cytolytic T cells which recognize the peptides in complex with an HLA molecule.
US07785874B2	Compositions and methods for monosynaptic transport Disclosed herein are methods of expressing a heterologous nucleic acid sequence, such as a sequence encoding a detectable protein, in a primary neuron (or plurality of primary neurons) and other neurons that are monosynaptically connected to the primary neuron (or plurality of primary neurons). Such methods involve viruses (such as, rabies viruses) defective for transsynaptic transport (TST-defective virus) and in situ complementation of the defect in a manner that permits only monosynaptic transport of the TST-defective virus. The TST-defective virus and, therefore, any heterologous nucleic acid sequence it carries in its genome, are not transmitted to neurons that are not monosynaptically connected to the primary neuron (or plurality of primary neurons). Also disclosed are methods of targeting a TST-defective virus to a genetically defined primary neuron (or plurality of primary neurons). The disclosed technology enables far more specific labelling and/or manipulation of neural networks than has previously been possible.
US07785873B2	Antigen arrays for treatment of bone disease The present invention is related to the fields of molecular biology, virology, immunology and medicine. The invention provides a composition comprising an ordered and repetitive antigen or antigenic determinant array, and in particular a RANKL protein, RANKL fragment or RANKL peptide-VLP-array. More specifically, the invention provides a composition comprising a virus-like particle and at least one RANKL protein, RANKL fragment or RANKL peptide bound thereto. The invention also provides a process for producing the conjugates and the ordered and repetitive arrays, respectively. The compositions of the invention are useful in the production of vaccines for the treatment of bone diseases and as a pharmaccine to prevent or cure bone diseases and to efficiently induce immune responses, in particular antibody responses. Furthermore, the compositions of the invention are particularly useful to efficiently induce self-specific immune responses within the indicated context.
US07785868B2	Apparatus to automatically lyse a sample A standalone bench top laboratory instrument designed to disrupt, or lyse, cells, spores and tissue samples using ultrasonic energy. The lysing device is programmable, allowing the user control over the sample volume, sonication power level, and lysing duration in order to optimize lysing protocols for specific targets. Once a lysing protocol is entered, the device automatically lyses the sample according to the entered lysing protocol. The lysing device also provides a cooling feature, enabled by a heat exchanging sub-assembly, to prevent the sample from exceeding a maximum set temperature.
US07785858B2	Use of phosphoketolase for producing useful metabolites The present invention provides a bacterium which has an ability to produce a useful metabolite derived from acetyl-coenzyme A, such as L-glutamic acid, L-glutamine, L-proline, L-arginine, L-leucine, L-cysteine, succinate, and polyhydroxybutyrate, wherein said bacterium is modified so that activities of D-xylulose-5-phosphate phosphoketolase and/or fructose-6-phosphate phosphoketolase are enhanced. The present invention also provides a method for producing the useful metabolite using the bacterium.
US07785856B2	Acid alpha-glucosidase and fragments thereof Targeted acid alpha-glucosidase therapeutics that localize to the lysosome are provided. The targeted therapeutics include a therapeutic agent, GAA, and a targeting moiety that binds a receptor on an exterior surface of the cell, permitting proper subcellular localization of the targeted therapeutic upon internalization of the receptor. Nucleic acids, cells, and methods relating to the practice of the invention are also provided.
US07785853B2	Polypeptides having cellobiohydrolase I activity and polynucleotides encoding same The present invention relates to polypeptides having cellobiohydrolase I activity and polynucleotides having a nucleotide sequence which encodes for the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the nucleic acid constructs as well as methods for producing and using the polypeptides.
US07785850B2	Heterologus expression of trypanothione reductase from Leishmania donovani in a prokaryotic system The present invention relates to a process for heterologous expression and large-scale production of functionally active enzyme trypanothione reductase of Leishmania donovani in prokaryotic system.
US07785849B2	Cyclic nucleotide-specific phosphodiesterases from Leishmania and uses thereof The present invention relates to novel amino acid and nucleic acid sequences of cyclic nucleotide-specific phosphodiesterases from the parasite Leishmania major. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the nucleic acid sequences as well as methods for producing and using the amino acid and nucleic acid sequences. The invention further relates to the use of these sequences, and of antibodies directed against these sequences, in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the infection of Leishmania major, including the identification of compounds that form complexes with the polypeptides and nucleic acids of the present invention.
US07785840B2	Method of production of L-amino acids An isolated polynucleotide encodes a polypeptide comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2, with the L-aspartic acid at position 5 of the amino acid sequence replaced by another proteinogenic amino acid, and possesses citrate synthase activity. In addition, a vector comprises the polynucleotide and a bacterium comprises the vector. An isolated polynucleotide comprises a nucleotide sequence comprising, from position 1 to 39, the nucleotide sequence corresponding to position 1 to 39 of SEQ ID NO: 11, from position 40 to 105, a nucleotide sequence encoding the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 12, with each proteinogenic amino acid except L-aspartic acid being present at position 5. A method of producing an L-amino acids is also described.
US07785819B2	Therapeutic and diagnostic uses of antibody specificity profiles This invention provides a method for determining the antibody specificity profile in an individual. This specificity profile reveals the individual's immune response to multiple antigens and/or epitopes of autoantigens, allergens, graft antigens, etc. The antibody specificity profile is determined through the binding of patient samples comprising antibodies to the arrays. The array can comprises antigens and epitopes. The invention also provides the means and methods for determining antigen or epitope specificity profiles that can be used in the development of either generic and individualized diagnosis and treatment for immune related diseases, including autoimmune disease, allergy and graft rejection.
US07785807B2	Voltage-gated, pH-sensitive anion channel and its novel splice variant involved in taste sensation The invention provides a novel splice-variant of the ClC-4 protein, termed ClC-4A. ClC-4A is expressed in taste bud cells and is involved in sour taste perception. The invention provides ClC-4A polynucleotides and ClC-4A polypeptides, vectors, host cells and ClC-4A specific antibodies as well as designing high potency taste stimuli, determining taste preferences in animals, developing breed-specific foods, and modifying the taste of foods and medications.
US07785806B2	Method for determining the immunogenicity of an antigen The present invention relates to methods for preparing an artificial immune system. The artificial immune system comprises a cell culture comprising T cells, B cells and antigen-primed dendritic cells. The artificial immune system of the present invention can be used for in vitro testing of vaccines, adjuvants, immunotherapy candidates, cosmetics, drugs, biologics and other chemicals.
US07785803B2	Antibody diagnostic kits and methods of use Disclosed herein are VEGF-D antibody diagnostic kits and methods of using such kits for the detection of VEGF-D in a biological sample.
US07785795B2	Method of assaying nucleic acid using labeled nucleotide A novel method is provided to assay at least one nucleic acid. According to this method, a nucleic acid polymerization reaction is conducted in a nucleic acid polymerization reaction system, which contains (A) the at least one nucleic acid as a template, (B) at least one nucleotide monomer labeled with at least one label selected from the group consisting of (a) fluorescent dyes, (b) quenchers and (c) immune related substances with a fluorescent dye or quencher contained therein, and (C) at least one nucleic acid-synthesizing enzyme. The template nucleic acid or a nucleic acid, which has been synthesized using the template nucleic acid as a template, is then assayed from a change or an amount of a change in an optical character of the nucleic acid polymerization system. This method makes it possible to specifically and accurately assay at least one nucleic acid, which is contained in a single system and can be an unknown nucleic acid and/or a known nucleic acid, with excellent sensitivity, in short time and with ease.
US07785794B2	Variant TLR4 nucleic acid and uses thereof The invention provides methods to identify polymorphisms at the human TLR4 locus, as well as methods to identify individuals at risk of indications that increase their morbidity and mortality.
US07785792B2	Targeted modification of chromatin structure Methods and compositions for targeted modification of chromatin structure, within a region of interest in cellular chromatin, are provided. Such methods and compositions are useful for facilitating processes such as, for example, transcription and recombination, that require access of exogenous molecules to chromosomal DNA sequences.
US07785791B2	Polypeptide variants with altered effector function The present invention concerns polypeptides comprising a variant Fc region. More particularly, the present invention concerns Fc region-containing polypeptides that have altered effector function as a consequence of one or more amino acid modifications in the Fc region thereof.
US07785789B2	Gene defective in APECED and its use The present invention relates to a method for the diagnosis of a disease related to immune maturation and regulation of immune response towards self and nonself, comprising the steps of detecting in a biological specimen the presence of a DNA sequence comprising the sequence of SEQ ID NO:1.
US07785785B2	Charge perturbation detection system for DNA and other molecules Methods and apparatus for direct detection of chemical reactions are provided. In a preferred embodiment, electric charge perturbations of the local environment during enzyme-catalyzed reactions are sensed by an electrode system with an immobilized target molecule. The target molecule is preferably DNA. The charge perturbation caused by the polymerase reaction can uniquely identify a DNA sequence. The polymerization process generates local perturbations of charge in the solution near the electrode surface and induces a charge in a polarazible gold electrode. This event is detected as a transient current by a voltage clamp amplifier. Detection of single nucleotides in a sequence can be determined by dispensing individual dNTPs to the electrode solution and detecting the charge perturbations. Alternatively, multiple bases can be determined at the same time using a mix of all dNTPs with subsequent analysis of the resulting signal. The initial enzyme attachment to the DNA molecule can be detected prior to polymerization, with electrode capacitance measurement using the same voltage-clamp amplifier. This technique and device may be adapted to other reaction determinations, such as enzymatic reactions, other electrode configurations, and other amplifying circuits.
US07785774B2	Adjustable molecular motor micropower biosensor and its application A regulable molecular motor micropower biosensor comprises: a rotary motor, an optical energy conversion device, a signal molecular output device, a power resource system, a protective layer, a supporting material, and a bilayer lipid membrane fixing material. The molecular motor micropower biosensor is used for detecting biological macromolecules, viral molecules, etc.
US07785769B2	Immobilization of oligonucleotides and proteins in sugar-containing hydrogels The use of sugar-containing hydrogels as very highly porous, aqueous support material for the immobilization of oligonucleotides, peptides, proteins, antigens, antibodies, polysaccharides, and other biomolecules for sensor applications. Unusually large sizes of interconnected pores allow large target molecules to pass rapidly into and through the gel and bind to immobilized biomolecules. Sugar-containing hydrogels have extremely low non-specific absorption of labeled target molecules, providing low background levels. Some hydrogel materials do not have this type of homogeneous interconnected macroporosity, thus large target molecules cannot readily diffuse through them. Additionally, they nearly always experience non-specific absorption of labeled target molecules, limiting their usefulness in sensor applications. A method is provided for preparing sugar polyacrylate hydrogels with functional chemical groups which covalently bond oligonucleotides and peptides. A method for copolymerizing acrylate-terminated oligonucleotides with sugar acrylate monomers and diacrylate cross-linking agents is also provided.
US07785758B2	Triazole containing photogenerating layers in photoconductors A photoconductor comprising a supporting substrate, a photogenerating layer, and at least one charge transport layer comprised of at least one charge transport component, and where the photogenerating layer contains a triazole.
US07785750B2	Solid alkaline fuel cell comprising ion exchange membrane The present invention provides solid alkaline fuel cells comprising anion exchange membranes which comprise diamines or polyamines coupled to a support polymer via a sulfonamide linkage. At least one nitrogen atom of the diamine or polyamine is a quaternized nitrogen atom acting as an anion exchange group. The anion exchange membrane exhibits favourable properties that render it suitable for use in a solid alkaline fuel cell.
US07785747B2	Stack configurations for tubular solid oxide fuel cells A fuel cell unit includes an array of solid oxide fuel cell tubes having porous metallic exterior surfaces, interior fuel cell layers, and interior surfaces, each of the tubes having at least one open end; and, at least one header in operable communication with the array of solid oxide fuel cell tubes for directing a first reactive gas into contact with the porous metallic exterior surfaces and for directing a second reactive gas into contact with the interior surfaces, the header further including at least one busbar disposed in electrical contact with at least one surface selected from the group consisting of the porous metallic exterior surfaces and the interior surfaces.
US07785743B2	Humidifying devices and methods for proton exchange membranes of fuel cells The present invention discloses methods and devices for humidifying the proton exchange membranes of fuel cells with water obtained from the exhaust of the fuel cells. Humidifying methods include the following steps: cooling the hot and humid exhaust of the fuel cell to condense the water in the exhaust with the intake gas for the fuel cell; separating the water from the rest of the exhaust, and, delivering the water to the intake gas of the fuel cell. Humidifying devices include an outer shell containing a rotating inner shell. The inside of the inner shell forms a chamber where the exhaust is collected and cooled, and water is condensed and separated by the rotation of the inner shell. Openings on the inner shell allow the condensed water to pass through to one or more chambers containing the intake gas. The chambers are formed by the inside of the outer shell and the outside of the inner shell. Humidifying devices methods and devices of this invention can respond to the varying power output of the fuel cell. They also have high humidifying efficiency, low energy consumption, are cheap to operate, and work well during startup at low temperatures.
US07785736B2	Jelly-roll type electrode assembly and secondary battery including the same An electrode assembly including a first electrode strip having a first electrode collector coated with at least a first electrode active material, an exposed portion of the first electrode collector attached with a first electrode tab; a second electrode strip having a second electrode collector coated with at least a second electrode active material and is rolled together with the first electrode strip, an exposed portion of the second electrode collector is attached with a second electrode tab; and at least one inter-electrode strip separator is positioned between the first and second electrode strips, wherein at least one sheet of protective separator, which is extended from the inter-electrode strip separator, is further positioned on a side of the first electrode strip attached with the first electrode tab.
US07785731B2	Power disconnection apparatus for soft-shell Li ion battery A power disconnection apparatus includes a soft-shell Li ion battery and a power disconnection device. The soft-shell Li ion battery includes anode pin and a cathode pin and a soft shell enclosing the soft-shell Li ion battery. The power disconnection device includes a panel attaching to the surface of the shell of the soft-shell Li ion battery and a separation unit arranged at topside of the panel and corresponding to one of the anode pin and the cathode pin. The shell has expansion when the soft-shell Li ion battery is over-charged and the panel is move away from the soft-shell Li ion battery. Therefore, the separation unit disconnects power to the anode pin or the cathode pin.
US07785729B2	Battery pack and battery pack producing method A battery pack capable of sufficiently exhibiting performance of each secondary battery constituting the battery pack and its producing method are provided. The battery pack producing method of the invention comprises an obtaining process for obtaining a charge amount voltage curve C during charging and a charge amount voltage curve D during discharging, a selecting process for selecting more than one of the used secondary batteries close to each other in curves C and D from a group of the used secondary batteries whose curves C and D have been obtained, and an assembling process for combining the selected used secondary batteries to constitute the battery pack.
US07785720B2	Compound and organic light emitting device using the same Disclosed is an organic light emitting device. The organic light emitting device comprises a first electrode, organic material layer(s) comprising a light emitting layer, and a second electrode. The first electrode, the organic material layer(s), and the second electrode form layered structure and at least one layer of the organic material layer(s) include the compound of Formula 1 or the compound of Formula 1 into which a thermosetting or photo-crosslinkable functional group is introduced.
US07785718B2	Organic electroluminescent device and method for manufacturing the same An organic EL device which drives over a wide range from low brightness to high brightness for light source applications, operates stably over a wide range of brightness and has excellent life property is provided. The device comprises at least one pair of electrodes 2 and 5, and a plurality of functional layers disposed between the electrodes 2 and 5, the functional layers comprising a layer 4 having the light emitting function, which is composed of at least one polymeric material and contains an organic solvent and a charge injection layer 3 composed of at least one inorganic material.
US07785716B2	Insert-molded article, insert mold and insert molding method A bearing apparatus includes a coil spring having a center portion in which a wire is wound at a predetermined pitch, and end turn portions arranged at both end portions of the center portion. Each of the end turn portions is formed by winding the wire at least three turns with a pitch which is smaller than the predetermined pitch of the center portion. A bearing member has a main body with an opening for supporting a shaft, and a connecting portion for connecting the coil spring to the main body. The main body and the connecting portion are integrally formed from a resin material by molding, and the end turn portion of the coil spring is connected to the connecting portion through molding of the main body and the connecting portion. The connecting portion of the bearing member has an inner connecting portion which protrudes into an inside of the end turn portion of the coil spring, and an outer connecting portion which surrounds an outside area of the end turn portion of the coil spring.
US07785715B2	Curable composition and method of preparing same, light-shielding paste, light-shielding resin and method of forming same, light-emitting diode package and semiconductor device A light-shielding paste which contains a thermoplastic resin and an inorganic member as essential components or which contains a thermosetting resin and an inorganic member as essential components is provided. A curable composition and light-shielding paste comprising the composition are provided which contains, as essential components, (A) an organic compound comprising an organic main chain containing at least two carbon-carbon double bonds reactive with a SiH group in each molecule, (B) a silicon compound having at least two SiH groups in each molecule, (C) a hydrosilylation catalyst, (D) a silane coupling agent and/or an epoxy group-containing compound, (E) a silanol condensation catalyst, and (F) an inorganic member. The curable composition can further contain (G) silica. Also provided is a method of forming a light-shielding resin layer on a LED package having an aperture comprising a bottom and sidewalls. The curable composition is excellent in light-shielding ability.
US07785714B2	Extreme low resistivity light attenuation anti-reflection coating structure and method for manufacturing the same An extreme low resistivity light attenuation anti-reflection coating structure with a surface protective layer includes a substrate, a coating module, and a composed protection coating layer. The coating module is formed on a front surface of the substrate. The coating module is composed of a plurality of silicon carbide compound coating layers and a plurality of metal coating layers that are alternately stacked with each other. The composed protection coating layer is formed on the coating module.
US07785709B2	Spinning poly(trimethylene terephthalate) yarns A novel process is provided for making spin-drawn yarn from poly(trimethylene terephthalate). The yarn, when packaged on a cheese-shaped spindle, can be produced in large sizes without crushing.
US07785704B2	High temperature pressure sensitive devices and methods thereof A pressure sensitive device that provides a stable response to measure an applied force at temperatures greater than 150° F. (about 66° C.) is disclosed. The pressure sensitive device can have a conductivity of about 0.01 μS to about 1300 μS and a sensitivity of about 0.01 μS/lb to about 300 μS/lb (about 0.02 μS/kg to about 660 μS/kg) at about a temperature range of about −50° F. to over about 400° F. or 420° F. (about −45° C. to over about 205° C. or 216° C.). The pressure sensitive device can have a substrate of polyimide, conductive leads of silver dispersed in a polyhydroxy ether crosslinked with melamine formaldehyde, and a pressure sensitive layer of carbon nanoparticles dispersed in cured polyamic acid forming a polyimide.
US07785701B2	Carbon fiber composite material and process for producing the same The present invention provides a carbon fiber composite material comprising an elastomer and a carbon nanofiber dispersed in the elastomer, wherein the elastomer has an unsaturated bond or a group, having affinity to the carbon nanofiber. Also disclosed is a process for producing the carbon fiber composite material.
US07785695B2	Honeycomb structured body A pillar-shaped honeycomb structured body comprises large-capacity through holes and small-capacity through holes, a first partition wall between two adjacent large-capacity through holes, a second partition wall between a large-capacity through holes and a small-capacity through holes adjacent to each other. Each of the plurality of large-capacity through holes and small-capacity through holes extends from a first end face to a second end face. An aperture rate α (%) is a ratio between the sum of the area of the large-capacity through holes at the second end face and the area of the second end face. The difference in the thickness of the first partition wall and the second partition wall is β (mm). The relationship between α and β satisfies the following inequalities (1) and (2): 0.0022α+0.0329≦β≦0.0071α+0.2553 (1), and about 35≦α≦about 60(2).
US07785693B2	Composite laminate structure A composite laminate structure includes a first skin; a second skin; a core between the first skin and the second skin, the core including adjacent core sections and a Z-Y partition separating the adjacent core sections; and a plurality of distinct groupings of Z-axis fibers that extend from the first skin to the second skin through the adjacent core sections and the Z-Y partition separating the adjacent core sections.
US07785688B2	Optical disc and material for substrate thereof An optical disc 10 includes a substrate. The substrate is formed by mixing polymethyl methacrylate and a polylactic acid-based resin composition. The polylactic acid-based resin composition contains polylactic acid-based resin in which the content of lactide is reduced to 1,000 ppm or less, and a mold release agent of 0.16 to 0.32 phr. The weight ratio of the polylactic acid-based resin to the polymethyl methacrylate is 70:30 to 50:50.
US07785685B2	Tabless faced insulation assembly The facing of a faced building insulation assembly includes a central field portion that is fungi growth resistant. The facing may include a fungi growth-inhibiting agent, be perforated to provide a selected water vapor permeance, and/or may include a heat activated bonding agent. The facing may have lateral tabs that are transparent, sufficiently open to enable wallboard to be directly bonded to framing members overlaid by the tabs, and/or of greater integrity than the field portion of the facing. The field portion of the facing may include a coating to stiffen the facing, inhibit fungi growth, and/or decrease flame spread and smoke formation.
US07785676B2	Optical compensation sheet, polarizing plate, and liquid crystal display device An optical compensation sheet having, on a transparent support, an optically anisotropic layer comprising a liquid crystalline compound fixed by using a photo-polymerization initiator system, wherein the photo-polymerization initiator system comprises at least one acylphosphine compound and at least one aromatic ketone compound selected from the group consisting of xanthene compounds, xanthone compounds, thioxanthone compounds and acridone compounds, which has less coloring and can be produced with less-power UV light, is provided.
US07785670B2	Method for creating and applying liquid-container barrier coating A method utilizing a spray instrumentality for spray-applying to a target surface in a target zone a defined, composite-material layer which is to play a role in defeating a liquid leak from a puncture wound created in the wall of a container holding liquid of a particular character. The method includes the steps of (a) initiating a flow toward the spray instrumentality of liquid elastomeric body-forming material, (b) at a selectable point downstream from where such initiating takes place, introducing a flow of plural, liquid-imbiber bead elements which are relevant to the mentioned particular-character liquid, (c) in a user-chooseable manner in relation to the introducing step, merging the two flows, and (d) following such merging, applying the merged flows to a target surface, thus to create the desired, defined composite-material layer which takes the form of a body of elastomeric material containing a distribution of liquid-imbiber elements.
US07785664B2	Method of depositing thin film A method is provided for depositing thin films in which the thin films are continuously deposited into one chamber and 1-6 wafers are loaded into the chamber. In the method, a process gap between a shower head or a gas injection unit and a substrate is capable of being controlled. The method comprises (a) loading at least one substrate into the chamber, (b) depositing the Ti thin film onto the substrate, adjusted so that a first process gap is maintained, (c) moving a wafer block so that the first process gap is changed into a second process gap in order to control the process gap of the substrate upon which the Ti thin film is deposited, (d) depositing the TiN thin film onto the substrate, moved to set the second process gap, and (e) unloading the substrate upon which the Ti/TiN thin films are deposited.
US07785663B2	Successive vapour deposition system, vapour deposition system, and vapour deposition process A successive vapor deposition system in which a vapor deposition material is heated, vaporized in a vacuum, and deposited onto a vapor deposition area of a substrate, includes a conveyer which conveys the substrate in a conveying direction parallel to a plane on which the substrate lies, wherein the vapor deposition area faces downward and is exposed through the underside of the conveyer; a plurality of vapor deposition chambers aligned in the conveying direction, each the vapor deposition chamber including a space through which the substrate is conveyed; at least one container positioned in each of the plurality of vapor deposition chambers below the plane on which the substrate lies, and containing the vapor deposition material, wherein a width of the container covers the vapor deposition area in a direction perpendicular to the conveying direction; and a heating medium provided for the container.
US07785660B2	Preparation of polymer particles A process for the preparation of polymer magnetic particles, which comprises: providing polymer particles having a porous interior, and contacting the polymer particles with a magnetic fluid comprising a homogeneous dispersion of magnetic particles, whereby the magnetic particles are incorporated into the porous interior to produce polymer magnetic particles.
US07785659B2	Method of manufacturing an orientation film using aerosol deposition on a seed substrate A method of manufacturing an orientation film which method is suitable for manufacturing an orientation film containing a ceramic at low cost. The method includes the steps of: (a) forming a ceramic film on a seed substrate in which crystal orientation is controlled at least on a surface thereof by using an aerosol deposition method of injecting powder toward a substrate and depositing the powder on the substrate; and (b) heat-treating the ceramic film formed at step (a) to form an orientation film in which crystal grains contained in the ceramic film is oriented.
US07785648B2	Adherent apatite coating on titanium substrate using chemical deposition An adherent bioactive calcium phosphate coating is formed on a titanium or titanium alloy substrate by immersing the substrate in an acidic calcium phosphate solution to form a non-apatitic calcium phosphate coating on the substrate. In a second step the coated substrate can be converted to a less reactive coating by being immersed into a basic or neutral solution to convert the coating into an apatite. However if a relatively reactive coating is desired, the second step can be dispensed with.
US07785645B2	Process for obtaining an oil composition and the oil composition obtained therefrom The present invention relates to a process of producing an oil composition by blending and fractionation steps and the oil composition obtained therefrom. The invention is directed to any vegetable oils such as palm oil, palm olein or palm stearin blends with unsaturated oils of soybean, corn, canola, rapeseed, sunflower oil, where the oleic content is more than 20% and the linoleic and linolenic contents are more than 30%. The new liquid oil is clear and is used as salad oils, cooking oils, etc. The stearins from such blends are of use in margarine and shortenings.
US07785642B2	Manufactured mineral water composition The manufactured mineral water of this invention is made from biologically acceptable soluble salts of four different groups which may be made separately. Group A elements consist of calcium at a final concentration of between 25 and 82 mg/L and magnesium at a final concentration of between 6 and 18 mg/L. Group B elements consist of phosphorus at a final concentration of between 15 and 80 mg/L, potassium at a final concentration of between 50 and 180 mg/L, silicon at a final concentration of between 0.45 to 1.5 mg/L, sodium at a final concentration of between 3 and 30 mg/L, chlorine at a final concentration of between 3 and 28 mg/L. Group C elements consist of boron at a final concentration of between 0 and 60 μg/L, chromium at a final concentration of between 0 and 0.5 μg/L, cobalt at a final concentration of between 0 and 0.5 μg/L, copper at a final concentration of between 0 and 12 μg/L, iodine at a final concentration of between 0 and 6 μg/L, lithium at a final concentration of between 0 and 1.5 μg/L, manganese at a final concentration of between 0 and 1.5 μg/L, molybdenum at a final concentration of between 0 and 1.5 μg/L, nickel at a final concentration of between 0 and 0.5 μg/L, selenium at a final concentration of between 0 and 100 μg/L, tin at a final concentration of between 0 and 1.5 μg/L, vanadium at a final concentration of between 0 and 0.1 μg/L and zinc at a final concentration of between 0 and 100 μg/L. Group D consists of iron at a final concentration of between 0 and 20 μg/L. The pH is preferably adjusted to a final value of between 6.6 to 8.0 with a still water or a final value of between 2.5 to 8.0 for an aerated or carbonated water.
US07785641B2	Method of cooling a beverage A method of keeping an alcoholic beverage in an open topped vessel cool, said beverage comprising a water content and a dissolved gas content, and said method comprising forming ice in the beverage in the open-topped vessel said ice having a cooling effect on the beverage, said ice being formed in the beverage from water of said water content.
US07785639B2	Composition for treating cancer cells and preparation method for the same A composition for treating cancer cells and a preparation method therefor are provided. The novel flavonoid compounds are obtained from natural plants, and more particularly the compounds have a cytotoxicity on cancer cells.
US07785628B2	DL-lactide-ε-coprolactone copolymers The present invention relates to specific DL-lactide-ε-caprolactone copolymers and the application of these polymers in the production of biodegradable medical applications. According to the present invention a polymeric material comprising poly(DL-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) is provided, which is obtained by the copolymerization of DL-lactide and ε-caprolactone, having a lactide content of 51-75 mol %, most preferably of 62-69 mol %.The materials of the present invention have excellent mechanical properties and may be used to provide articles for medical application, in particular nerve guides.
US07785620B1	Cholesterol lowering and blood lipids lowering composition The present invention is a composition containing cholesterol lowering and blood lipids lowering components such as phytosterols in a biologically easily available form in combination with unsaturated fatty acids or esters, short chain fatty acids or esters and/or hydrolyzed flour containing β-glucan and amylodextrin; food containing such a composition and a method for manufacturing of such a composition.
US07785618B2	Conjugates comprising a biodegradable polymer and uses therefor Biologically active agents covalently linked to a polymer. The polymer is preferably a biodegradable polymer are provided. The biologically active agent is preferably a protein, such as an extracellular soluble protein, e.g., an extracellular enzyme. The enzyme can be an apyrase, e.g., NTPDase. Conjugates of the invention can be used as therapeutics in subjects. For example, a conjugate comprising an apyrase can be used for treating and preventing thrombosis, atherosclerotic plaque complications and vascular disorders.
US07785617B2	Porous matrix comprising cross-linked particles An open porous matrix of particulate material for in vivo use in or on a target tissue in medicine, the matrix comprising particles cross-linked with one another so as to define pores there between and uses therefor are described.
US07785612B2	Polyamino acid for use as adjuvant Use of a polyamino acid as an adjuvant; an application of a polyamino acid as an adjuvant in the production of a vaccine; a vaccine comprising a polyamino acid as an adjuvant; a biodegradable nanoparticle having a virus antigen immobilized thereon; and a vaccine comprising the biodegradable nanoparticle.
US07785605B2	Herpes simplex virus mutant ICP0 protein A mutant virus of herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) can include a mutant protein involved in replication so as to impair or inhibit replication of HSV-1. The mutant HSV-1 can have a mutation in at least one phosphorylation site of a protein involved in replication in order to inhibit phosphorylation of the site so as to prohibit or impair replication of HSV-1 and/or the clinical severity of HSV-1-mediated diseases. The mutant protein can be a mutant ICP0 that has reduced or inhibited posttranslational phosphorylation. The mutant HSV-1 and/or mutant ICP0 can be used in vaccines or other pharmaceutical preparations to treat, limit and/or prevent HSV-1 infection. The mutant HSV-1 and/or mutant ICP0 can also be used in screening and/or developing anti-HSV-1 agents.
US07785604B2	Attenuated flavivirus strains containing a mutated M-ectodomain and their applications The present invention relates to nine residue peptides (ApoptoM) from flavivirus M ectodomain able to modulate specifically the apoptotic activity of diverse flavivirus, to pharmaceutical composition comprising the same and their use for the treatment and/or the prevention of flavivirus-linked infections and cancers.
US07785586B2	Monoclonal antibodies directed against hepatitis B viruses The present invention relates to a monoclonal antibody capable of binding to a wild-type HBsAg antigen and to at least one, preferably at least two and advantageously more than two, mutant forms of the HBsAg antigen, said monoclonal antibody binding to a peptide sequence consisting of at least 6 contiguous amino acids in the 199-208 region of the HBsAg antigen, and advantageously binding to the peptide sequence constituted by the 199-208 region of the HBsAg antigen.
US07785584B2	Ointment wound spray A spray-on topical wound debrider spray is prepared forming a mist, spray or foam which will not drip significantly after application. The preferred wound debrider is papain. The spray contains a surfactant emulsifier admixture having a composition viscosity of from about 5000 cps to about 50,000 cps and is preferably a fatty alcohol phosphate ester emulsifier composition.
US07785583B2	In situ maturation of dendritic cells A method for eliciting an immune response to an antigen in a subject via (a) loading isolated antigen presenting cells with an antigen ex vivo; and (b) administering the antigen presenting cells to a subject at a pre-treated site.
US07785580B2	Modified IL-4 mutein receptor antagonists This invention relates to modified IL-4 mutein receptor antagonists comprising an IL-4 mutein receptor antagonist coupled to polyethylene glycol. Related formulations and dosages and methods of administration thereof for therapeutic purposes are also provided. These modified IL-4 mutein receptor antagonists, compositions and methods provide a treatment option for those individuals afflicted with a respiratory disorder such as asthma by inhibiting IL-4 and IL-13-mediated airway hyperresponsiveness and eosinophilia. More particularly, these antagonists have an increased duration of effect versus unmodified IL-4RA by virtue of a greater plasma half-life.
US07785572B2	Method and device for teeth whitening using a dry type adhesive A dry type adhesive device for teeth whitening in which a peroxide tooth whitening agent is stabilized is disclosed. The dry type adhesive device for tooth whitening comprises a matrix type adhesive layer and a backing layer wherein the adhesive layer contains a peroxide as a teeth whitening agent and a hydrophilic glassy polymer as a base polymer so that the hydrophilic glassy polymer provides strong adhesion to teeth when hydrated at the enamel layer of the teeth in the moist oral cavity and the whitening agent is released. In particular, although the dry type adhesive device is touched with the hands or contact the skin during attaching to the teeth prior to hydration, no stickiness and releasing of the whitening agent takes place, thus being safe. In addition, since the dry type patch has strong adhesive strength to the teeth and excellent adhesion maintenance after being hydrated and attached to the teeth, it can remain attached to the teeth for a long time and thus exhibits excellent whitening effect even low concentrations of a whitening agent. Furthermore, the dry type adhesive device can provide excellent whitening within a short period of time.
US07785558B2	Method of manufacturing carbon nanostructure The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a carbon nanostructure for growing crystalline carbon by vapor deposition from a crystal growth surface of a catalytic base including a catalytic material, and in particular, to a method of manufacturing a carbon nanostructure where at least two gases including a feedstock gas are brought into contact with the catalytic base simultaneously. Preferably, the at least two gases are constituted by at least one feedstock gas and at least one carrier gas. Preferably, the carrier gas is brought into contact with the crystal growth surface, and the feedstock gas is brought into contact with at least a part of a region except for the crystal growth surface with which the carrier gas has been brought into contact. Preferably, the material gas contains an ion, and further preferably, it contains a carbon ion.
US07785554B2	Process for manufacture of silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieves A process for manufacturing a silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieve comprising at least one intergrown phase of AEI and CHA framework types, the process comprising the steps of (a) combining at least one silicon source, at least one phosphorus source, at least one aluminum source, and at least one structure-directing-agent (R) to form a mixture; and (b) treating the mixture at crystallization conditions sufficient to form the silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieve, wherein the mixture prepared in step (a) has a molar composition of: (n)SiO2/Al2O3/(m)P2O5/(x)R/(y)H2O wherein n ranges from about 0.005 to about 0.6, m ranges from about 0.6 to about 1.2, x ranges from about 0.5 to about 0.99, and y ranges from about 10 to about 40.
US07785552B2	Method and system of controlling sulfur oxides in flue gas from coal or oil-fired boilers A method of removing SO3 from a flue gas of a boiler. The method includes the following steps: injecting chloride salts into a stream of the flue gas at a position located downstream of an air pre-heater—the position is selected so that the flue gas has a temperature at the position of substantially between 100° C. and 400° C.; reacting chloride salts with the SO3 to form a sulfate-containing reaction product; and collecting the sulfate-containing reaction product in a particulate collector downstream of the boiler. A purge stream from a wet flue gas desulfurization system may be used as a source of the chloride salts. Additional chlorides may be added to the purge stream as necessary.
US07785549B2	Recycling system for hydroxylamine formation and oximation A recycling system for hydroxylamine formation and oximation is proposed. The recycling system includes a hydroxylamine formation zone, an oximation zone, a purification zone, and an adjusting zone having a nitrate absorption tower. An inorganic process solution, used by the recycling system, partially enters the nitrate absorption tower supplementing nitrate, followed by mixing with the residual inorganic process solution, thereby reducing the loss rate of hydroxylamine in the inorganic process solution due to degradation. In addition, the organic impurities with high boiling point in the inorganic process solution can be effectively removed in the purification zone. As a result, the reduced activity or selectivity of the catalyst for hydroxylamine formation, caused by the toxic effects of these organic impurities on the catalyst, can be avoided, and hence, a high concentration of hydroxylamine can be obtained.
US07785546B2	Apparatus and method for manufacturing high purity polycrystalline silicon An apparatus for manufacturing high purity polycrystalline silicon comprises a vertical reactor, a vaporizer and a fusing evaporator for supplying gaseous silicon chloride and zinc, respectively. The fusing evaporator further comprises a zinc evaporator, a main vertical cylinder part connected to the upper part of the zinc evaporator, a solid trapping pipe inserted in the main vertical cylinder part, a zinc introducing pipe connected to the solid trapping pipe at an angle, a seal pot surrounding the lower portion of the solid trapping pipe, an induction heater surrounding the main vertical cylinder part, and a gas vent pipe connected to the side wall of the zinc evaporator.
US07785530B2	Method for preparing ultra-fine, submicron grain titanium and titanium-alloy articles and articles prepared thereby A method for preparing ultra-fine, submicron grain titanium or titanium-alloy articles (78) used for joining or assembling of detail components. Coarse-grained titanium or titanium-alloy materials (52) are severely mechanically deformed using cryogenic milling into an ultra-fine, submicron grain powder, degassed and consolidated under controlled pressure and temperature. The resulting fasteners, articles, or components manufactured from such material have improved material performance characteristics associated with this ultra-fine, submicron grain material structure.
US07785528B2	Guide system for signal lines, device for measuring temperatures and/or concentrations, and use of the system and device A guide system for signal lines includes a guide tube, through which the signal lines are guided, a cooling system which laterally surrounds the guide tube and has at least one coolant chamber and at least one inlet and at least one outlet for the coolant. The coolant chamber is tubular in construction and is hermetically sealed by a seal at least at one end face.
US07785523B2	Mold and method for forming plastic products Mold (20) for manufacturing plastic products provided with a bottom and a sidewall, wherein the mold comprises at least a first (21) and second (22) mold part which jointly define at least partly at least one mold cavity (100) and are movable in a first direction, wherein the at least one mold cavity comprises at least one first, in particular bottom-forming part (101) and one second (102), in particular sidewall-forming part, wherein on the first mold part at least one fixed wall part (24) is provided which supports a first movable wall part (20) which is movable relative to the respective fixed wall part (24) in at least a second direction which includes an angle with the first direction, wherein in said first movable wall part a second movable wall part (35) is provided, on the side facing the mold cavity, which is movable between a forwardly moved position and a retracted position relative to the first movable wall part.
US07785511B2	Method for molding resin-product The use of a molding die having a die cavity configured to define a shape of a resin-product having a shaft bore extending along the central axis to a predetermined depth and a bottom portion at one end thereof, a center pin having an axis thereof and configured to form the shaft bore and disposed in the die cavity, and a resin flow runner extending toward the die cavity on an extension line of the center pin, which extends in the axial direction, being formed outside the cavity, allows provision of a molding method enabling the resin-product to be mold of molten resin which is injected from a gate into the die cavity of the molding die through the resin flow runner and is solidified therein. A resin of the portion connecting to the gate in a resin-product member having been solidified in the die cavity is torn off, thereby forming a hole in the bottom portion of the shaft bore in the resin-product.
US07785510B2	Process of and apparatus for making a shingle, and shingle made thereby A process and apparatus for making a shingle, together with the shingle made thereby, is provided, in which one or more thermoplastic materials are extruded or co-extruded to form an extrudate, with the extrudate being cut into a preliminary shingle shape, which is allowed to dissipate heat, and then is delivered to a compression mold, wherein the preliminary shingle shape is compression molded to substantially its final dimensions and is then discharged from the mold and allowed to cool.
US07785509B2	Expansible yarns and threads, and products made using them A precursor yarn or thread is made by passing a central element, e.g., a filament, a tow, or a flat member, through a bath of a binder, such as a low-temperature hot-melt adhesive, and aqueous urethane, or an acrylic material, with which is mixed a quantity of hard-shelled microspheres which expand when heated to a higher temperature. This is then covered by a sheath, e.g, of PVC, polyurethane, polyester, acrylic resin, polycarbonate, polypropylene, or polyethylene in a second bath. When this product is heated to a transition temperature which is characteristic of the microspheres chosen, the microspheres expand, swelling the sheath. Such a precursor could be woven into a fabric and then heated, so that as the yarn expands the fabric mesh becomes tighter, reducing its porosity. This would be useful as a yarn in making papermaker's felts.
US07785504B2	Thin film patterning apparatus and method of fabricating color filter array substrate using the same A fabricating method of a color filter array substrate includes the steps of forming a black matrix on a substrate, forming red, green, blue color filters on the substrate on which the black matrix is formed, forming an overcoat layer including a white color filter on the substrate on which the red, green, and blue color filters are formed, aligning a flat panel soft mold to the overcoat layer; and smoothing the overcoat layer using the flat panel soft mold.
US07785501B2	Black resin composition for display device, and member for display device A black resin composition for a display device, which can achieve a high optical density even when its light-blocking agent content is relatively low and can achieve a high optical density even when it is formed into a thin film, and a member for display device which can reduce unevenness of display caused by a level difference in a pixel part resulting from the film thickness of the black resin composition. The black resin composition for a display device has a black titanium oxynitride represented by composition formula: TiNxOy-nSiO2 (wherein x and y each are a real number of larger than 0 but less than 2, and n is a real number within the range of 0 less than or equal to n less than or equal to 0.05), containing a nitrogen atom represented by N in an amount of 17 wt % or more but less than 23 wt %, and having a specific surface area of 5 to 30 m2/g and a crystalline size as measured with an X-ray diffractometer of 17 to 25 nm, and a curable binder system. Also, a member for display device having a light-blocking layer formed using the said black resin composition for display device.
US07785491B2	Process and burner for hydrocarbon partial oxidation A hydrocarbon partial oxidation process for obtaining gaseous mixtures comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide is carried out through a burner (10) comprising a mixing chamber (12) that has an inner side wall (12a) extending between at least one inlet opening (23, 23a) and an outlet opening (24), independent gaseous flows of hydrocarbons and oxygen, respectively, being continuously fed into said mixing chamber (12) to form a gaseous mixture advancing towards said outlet opening (24) to be fed into a combustion chamber (14) of the gaseous mixture itself, into said mixing chamber (12) and substantially in contact with the inner side wall (12a) thereof, a flow of an inert fluid is also fed in equicurrent to said gaseous mixture, with formation of a respective annular flow of inert fluid, enveloping said gaseous mixture from which it is substantially separated by a respective inner limit layer, said annular flow of inert fluid having, at said limit layer, an advancing speed at least equal to the speed of propagation of the flame in said gaseous mixture.
US07785486B2	Method of etching structures into an etching body using a plasma Additional variants of the method of etching structures into an etching body, in particular recesses in a silicon body that are laterally defined in a precise manner by an etching mask, using a plasma, is described. In addition, the use of this method in the introduction of structures, in particular trenches having a high aspect ratio, into a dielectric layer or a dielectric base body and in a layer of silicon is described, isotropic underetching and/or isotropic, sacrificial-layer etching, in particular using fluorine radicals or a highly oxidizing fluorine compound such as ClF3, being performed after the production of the structures in at least some areas in the case of the layer made of silicon.
US07785483B2	Exposure mask and method for fabricating semiconductor device using the same An exposure mask for recess gate includes a transparent substrate and a recess gate pattern. The recess gate pattern is disposed over the transparent substrate. The recess gate pattern includes a first portion having a first line width and a second portion having a second line width smaller than the first line width. In the second portion, elements of the recess gate pattern are separated.
US07785478B2	Method for controlling protozoa that harbor bacteria A method for controlling protozoa trophozites and cysts wherein biocides or control agents are encapsulated within microcapsules or manufactured into the core of liposomes, thereafter the biocide containing microcapsules or liposomes are then introduced into an aqueous system.
US07785472B2	Carbon nanotube structure-selective separation and surface fixation A method of separating, concentrating or purifying uniform carbon nanotubes with desired properties (diameter, chiral vector, etc) in a highly sensitive manner by the use of structure-sensitive properties peculiar to carbon nanotubes; and an apparatus therefor. There is provided a method of separating, concentrating, or purifying carbon nanotubes with the desired properties contained in a sample, comprising the steps of (a) irradiating a sample containing carbon nanotubes with light; and (b) selecting carbon nanotubes with desired properties. In a preferred embodiment, the light irradiation of the step (a) can be carried out in the presence of a metal so as to cause specified carbon nanotubes to selectively induce a photocatalytic reaction, resulting in metal deposition. Further, in a preferred embodiment, a given magnetic filed can be applied in the steps (b) so as to attain accumulation or concentration or carbon nanotubes with metal deposited.
US07785469B2	Waste water treatment process system An aerated biological filtration system (10) for treating waste water includes a treatment vessel (11) of elongated configuration which incorporates a circulating filter bed (23) and a static filter bed (24). The circulating filter bed incorporates a particulate material such as granulated activated carbon having a specific gravity in the range of 1.2 to 1.4 and effective size of 0.6 mm to 1.5 mm. The circulating filter bed is disposed above the static filter bed and an aeration system (27) is disposed between the filter beds. The aeration system is arranged to diffuse air through the circulating bed either continuously or intermittently so as to provide oxygen to micro-organisms attaching to the particulate material and to cause slow circulation of that particulate material. The system has particular application for domestic recycling of grey water.
US07785466B1	Membrane filtered pipette tip An injection molded assembly forming a Membrane Pipette Tip having at least one bottom portion including a apex end for receiving a calibrated first volume of fluid, a cavity for holding said volume of fluid and a opening with shoulder for receiving the filter membrane. The pipette tip includes at least one upper body having a first opening for communication to a pipetter and a second opening for receiving the shoulder of the bottom portion. The bottom portion fused at the shoulder to the second opening of the upper body with the membrane therebetween to permanently attach the membrane filter to the pipette tip. The 2 part Membrane Pipette Tip can be constructed as a single tip or a plurality of upper and bottom portions with optional tubular members that can include overflow wells for containing fluid in excess of the first volume of fluid drawn into the Membrane Pipette Tip cavity.
US07785465B2	Apparatus and method for de-watering and purifying fuel oils and other liquids This invention relates to the removal by centrifugal force and by coalescence of water and other impurities from diesel fuel, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, bio-diesel fuel, ethanol enriched fuel, heating oil, hydraulic oil, cutting oils, and other liquids with a specific gravity of less than one. The invention provides a contaminate removing apparatus, in particular for de-watering and purifying fuel liquids, comprising modular components consisting of but not limited to a water-separator module, a filter module, a pump module, and a control module to be used in plurality or as standalone components to de-water and purify fuel oils and other liquids.
US07785461B2	Process for selective hydrodesulfurization of naphtha A process for the selective hydrodesulfurization of a naphtha containing olefins and organosulfur compounds is disclosed, which minimizes the hydrogenation of the olefins and results in a product with a low sulfur content. The process involves a two-stage hydrodesulfurization with H2S removed from the first stage effluent. A flow of hydrogen and at least one added non-reactive compound is fed into the first stage, wherein the H2 molar fraction ranges from 0.2 to 1.0, and with H2S at the reactor intake limited to a maximum of 0.1% by volume. The second stage involves a feedstream of hydrogen and at least one added non-reactive compound, wherein the H2 molar fraction ranges from 0.2 to 0.7 and with H2S at the reactor intake limited to a maximum of 0.05% by volume.
US07785459B2	Microneedles and methods of fabricating Low cost methods for fabricating microneedles are disclosed. According to one embodiment, the fabrication method includes the steps of: providing a substrate; forming a metal-containing seed layer on the top surface of the substrate; forming a nonconductive pattern on a portion of the seed layer; plating a first metal on the seed layer and over the edge of the nonconductive pattern to create a micromold with an opening that exposes a portion of the nonconductive pattern; plating a second metal onto the micromold to form a microneedle in the opening; separating the micromold with the microneedle formed therein from the seed layer and the nonconductive pattern; and selectively etching the micromold so as to release the microneedle. In another embodiment, the micromold is not required. The method according to this embodiment includes: forming a recess with an apex in a substrate; forming a seed layer on the substrate; forming a nonconductive pattern on a portion of the seed layer that is on a sidewall surface of the recess; plating an electrically conductive material over the seed layer and over the edge of the nonconductive pattern to form a plated layer with an opening that exposes a portion of the nonconductive pattern; and separating the plated layer from the seed layer and the nonconductive pattern to release a hollow microneedle with an offset opening.
US07785451B2	Portable oxygen maintenance and regulation concentrator apparatus The fast and convenient usage of clean and pure oxygen supply devices will meet the requirements of medical application and special environment safety issues. The electrochemical oxygen concentration is a device by using an electrochemical reactor of one electrode of oxygen reduction and another electrode of oxygen generation. The operation of electrochemical reactor can achieve the easy control of air oxygen from one side to another side of this thin mask structure and the materials, design and engineering of this electrochemical oxygen concentration is workable for medical application.
US07785446B2	Flow sheet for paper machine and method of manufacturing the same To smooth the surface of a flow sheet that is used in a paper machine and make the flow sheet easy to handle, reinforced fibers are disposed in a mold 5. The entire mold 5 is covered with enclosing members 10, 11 so that an enclosed space 12 is formed inside the enclosing members 10, 11. While air in the enclosed space 12 is being suctioned through one end of the enclosed space 12, matrix resin is supplied to the reinforced fibers through the other end of the enclosed space 12 to impregnate the reinforced fibers with the matrix resin, and the matrix resin is hardened, whereby there is obtained a flow sheet whose surface smoothness is 0.25 μm or less in terms of arithmetical mean roughness.
US07785445B2	Arrangement for the treatment of cellulose pulp A washing arrangement for washing and dewatering cellulose pulp is disclosed, comprising at least one rotary cylindrical element, against which the pulp is dewatered, and where a seal is located in an end seal holder, so that the seal has a contact surface against the rotary cylindrical element and an application surface placed against an applicator located in a groove in the end seal holder, where the seal has a longitudinal extension, which corresponds to either the entire or at least a greater part of the circumference of the cylindrical element, and is intended to seal against the end of the cylindrical element, and where the seal is a polymer ledge provided with an arming element.
US07785436B2	Laminating method for forming a laminate layer on a recording surface of a recording medium A laminating apparatus and a laminating method for finely finishing laminate processing without performing edge processing after the laminate processing is performed to a recording medium. A laminate material having a size larger than that of the recording medium is placed to cover the recording medium, bonded with heat and pressure, and a laminate layer protruding from the recording medium is transferred to a means to be transferred to, which is arranged on an opposite plane side to a recording plane of the recording medium. When the means to be transferred to is arranged apart on the opposite plane side to the recording medium, the laminate layer is pulled into the opposite plane side to the recording medium. As a result, an edge of the laminate layer formed on the recording plane of the recording medium becomes fine, matching with an edge of the recording medium.
US07785430B2	Method of improving the burn rate and ignitability of aluminium fuel particles and aluminum fuel so modified A method of improving the burn rate and ignitability of aluminium fuel particles, and a thus modified aluminium fuel for use in propellant and explosive compositions and pyrotechnic charges. Aluminium fuel particles are treated with an aqueous solution of hydrofluoric acid and a fluoride and/or complex fluoride salt of an alkali metal and/or alkaline earth metal to form a surface layer of a fluoride complex bound to the aluminium fuel particle.
US07785429B2	Tough, high-strength titanium alloys; methods of heat treating titanium alloys The present disclosure describes methods of heat treating Ti-based alloys and various improvements that can be realized using such heat treatments. In one exemplary implementation, the invention provides a method of forming a metal member that involves forming an alloy into a utile shape and cooling the alloy from a first temperature above a beta transus temperature of the alloy to a second temperature below the beta transus temperature at a cooling rate of no more than about 30° F./minute. If so desired, the alloy my be treated for a period of about 1-12 hours at about 700-1100° F. Titanium alloys treated according to aspects of the invention may have higher tensile strengths and higher fracture toughness than conventional wrought, mill-annealed Ti 64 alloy.
US07785425B2	Method for passivating stainless steel product and method for producing stainless steel separator for fuel cell By a press-formed starting member (11) being immersed in a process liquid (12) at 40 to 60° C. and of pH 9 to 12, a passive film (26) is formed at the surface of the press-formed starting member. There is no solving out of metal ions from the press-formed starting member, and the passivation treatment can be carried out by just immersion in a single solution, so that costs including waste processing can be reduced. In another aspect, degreasing, cleaning and passivation treatment are carried out by spraying the press-formed starting member. By the use of spraying, the degreasing, cleaning and passivation treatment can be made rapid, and the amounts of process liquid needed for degreasing, cleaning and passivation treatment can be reduced.
US07785424B2	Method of making a magnetic core part Magnetic powder contained in a resin composition for use in injection molding is coated with an insulating material, and a soft magnetic green compact or a hard magnetic green compact is insert molded into the resin composition. Increased magnetic flux destiny, reduced size, a simplified shape, and/or increased filling density can be achieved in a core part of an electric instrument.
US07785414B2	Process for manufacturing wafer of silicon carbide single crystal A process for manufacturing a wafer of a silicon carbide single crystal having: cutting a wafer from an α (hexagonal)-silicon carbide single crystal so that the off-angle is totally in the range from 0.4 to 2° to a plane obtained in perpendicular to the [0001]c axis of the silicon carbide single crystal; disposing the wafer in a reaction vessel; feeding a silicon source gas and carbon source gas in the reaction vessel; and epitaxially growing the α (hexagonal) silicon carbide single crystal on the wafer by allowing the silicon source gas and carbon source gas to react.
US07785408B2	Particle collection apparatus and method A particle collector comprises a housing defining an enclosed chamber. An inlet opening in the housing provides fluid communication between a source of gas and particles and the chamber and an outlet opening provides fluid communication between the chamber and the exterior of the housing. The outlet opening is connected to a pump for drawing gas and particles through the housing from the inlet opening to the outlet opening. A collecting member having an adhesive on at least a portion of the surface is disposed in the chamber between the inlet opening and the outlet opening. The adhesive surface of the collecting member is positioned adjacent to the inlet opening. When gas and particles are drawn through the housing, the inlet opening directs a stream of gas and particles at the surface of the collecting member. Particles having an aerodynamic equivalent diameter of less than about 2.5 μm are captured.
US07785406B2	Apparatus for volatile organic compound treatment and method of volatile organic compound treatment It is intended to provide a volatile organic compound treatment apparatus having: an absorption treatment chamber in which absorption frames having absorbents for absorbing volatile organic compounds are aligned in a direction of a gas flow; an absorbent recovery treatment chamber that is provided with a discharge unit having a high voltage electrode, a ground electrode, and a dielectric; and a transfer mechanism for transferring the absorption frames present in an upstream of the gas flow to the absorbent recovery treatment chamber and transferring the absorption frames in the absorbent recovery treatment chamber to a downstream of the gas flow. The volatile organic compound treatment apparatus is capable of decomposing VOC without generating a large amount of harmful NOx and reduced in apparatus cost.
US07785399B2	Heat integration for hot solvent stripping loop in an acid gas removal process Systems and processes utilize one or more methods of providing overhead waste process heat to increase the feed temperature of the hot solvent stripping regeneration loop in an acid gas removal process. A heated rich solvent stream can be the primary feed for the hot solvent stripping regeneration loop, and one or more slip streams can be heated and then combined with the heated rich solvent stream to form a combined rich solvent stream prior to further processing in downstream units to remove acid gas from the solvent. A first slip stream can be heated in a stripper gas heat exchanger by heat exchange with a stripped gas stream. A second slip stream can be heated in a regenerator exchanger by heat exchange with an acid gas stream. A third slip stream can be heated in a recycle gas exchanger by heat exchange with a compressed recycle gas stream.
US07785397B2	Highly microporous thermoplastic/bismaleimide semi-interpenetrating polymer network In order to synthesize semi-interpenetrating polymer networks (semi-IPNs) with molecular sieve characteristics, polyetherimide/bismaleimide (PEI/BMI) chromophore composites were made through sol-gel technique. A tunable and compatible chemical structure with fine morphology was obtained through in situ controlled sol-gel polymerization, crosslinking, chemical modification and membrane fabrication. The novel semi-IPN, synthesized and assembled by using ethanol as polar protic modifier and pore former, had a superior structure and morphology suitable for making gas separation membranes. These semi-IPN membranes gave fifteen times higher gas flux without significant decrease in their gas permselectivity than membranes prepared from pure PEL The chemical structures of these novel semi-IPNs were characterized by using FTIR, XPS and SEM. It was discovered for the first time that in situ simultaneous ethoxylation, anionic polymerization of BMI and imide modifications were responsible for creating the new chemical structure and molecular morphology that was different from traditional BMI resins. In addition to the superior structure, this chemical processes have the advantages of using simple green chemistry, ambient temperature and does not require initiators for polymerization.
US07785388B2	Method for producing stabilized nitrogen compositions Embodiments of a calcium cyanamide composition and method for their use are disclosed. The composition and method stabilize active ionic compositions comprising calcium cyanamide and enhance the effectiveness of calcium cyanamide alone or synergistically in combination with nitrogen-containing materials such as urea and organics, for example, manures. The composition and method also facilitate controllable site-directed delivery of the contents of the stabilized compositions. The composition and method are effective for fertilizing, soil amending, metal stabilizing and odor and organism inhibition. The compositions are stable, easily calibrated, and non-clogging for spray delivery to target sites.
US07785377B2	Sealed battery and method for manufacturing the same A sealed battery includes a metal case which functions as a connection terminal of one polarity and an electrode post which is mounted to the case in an insulated manner and functions as a connection terminal of the other polarity. A sealing section with electrical insulation properties is disposed between the electrode post formed from a hollow cylinder with one closed end and an electrode post through-hole provided in the case. A compression deformation section is produced by deforming the closed end of the electrode post radially outward, for compressing and sealing the sealing section, and for securing the electrode post to the case.
US07785376B1	Method for binding compounds to textiles A method to bind compounds (e.g., antibiotics) to natural or synthetic yarn or fabric, involving reacting the compounds with cyanuric chloride, a hydroxide base (e.g., NaOH), and deionized water to form reactive compounds; forming a dyebath composed of the reactive compounds, at least one nonioinic, cationic or anionic surfactant, salt (e.g., sodium sulfate), deionized water, and natural or synthetic yarn or fabric; heating the dyebath (generally for about 1 to about 100 minutes at a temperature of about 25° to about 100° C.); adding a hydroxide base (e.g., NaOH) to the dyebath and heating (generally for about 1 to about 100 at a temperature of about 80° to about 100° C.); rinsing the natural or synthetic yarn or fabric; placing the natural or synthetic yarn or fabric in deionized water and heating (generally for about 1 to about 100 minutes at a temperature of about 25° to about 100° C.); rinsing the natural or synthetic yarn or fabric; and drying the natural or synthetic yarn or fabric. Also natural or synthetic yarn or fabric bound to antibiotics prepared by the method are disclosed herein.
US07785369B2	Artificial intervertebral disk An artificial intervertebral disk, insertable between two adjacent vertebral bodies of a patient and joining the two adjacent vertebral bodies an articulated manner, includes an intermediate element embodied as an elastic ring and is inserted into one respective molded portion of two outer elements configured as metal plates. The outer elements are joined to the bones of the vertebral bodies via anchoring pins, especially titanium anchorings previously known in hip endoprosthetics. The radius of the concave molded portion is greater than the diameter of a circular cross-sectional area of the intermediate element such that compression of the intermediate element caused particularly by the patient's movement allows for a defined deformation.
US07785363B2	Skewed nodal-fibril ePTFE structure The ePTFE structure includes an ePTFE tubular structure having opposite ends and a longitudinal axis. The ePTFE tubular structure is formed from rotating the opposite ends relative to one another in a direction of rotation about the longitudinal axis. The ePTFE tubular structure has a node and fibril micro-structure in which substantially all of the fibrils are oriented in the direction of rotation.
US07785358B2	System and method for tissue treatment A system and method for the treatment of body tissue is provided that includes a radiation-emitting device and a massaging mechanism. In accordance with one embodiment, the radiation-emitting device is a laser and the massaging mechanism is an automated mechanical massaging mechanism. The radiation-emitting device can emit radiation in one or both of the visible and infrared wavelengths. The radiation-emitting device can emit radiation in a concentric combination of infrared and visible laser light. The method of using the tissue treatment system includes exposing a skin surface of a patient to radiation emitted from the radiation-emitting device at predetermined wavelengths for predetermined periods of time. The method further provides for massaging the exposed skin surface of the patient with the massaging mechanism. The tissue treatment system can be utilized to effect the reduction of excess cellulite.
US07785351B2	Artificial functional spinal implant unit system and method for use A stabilization system for a human spine is provided comprising at least one dynamic interbody device and at least two dynamic posterior stabilization systems. The dynamic posterior stabilization system may be coupled on contralateral sides of vertebrae. In some embodiments, a bridge may couple a dynamic interbody device to a dynamic posterior stabilization system.
US07785349B2	Pedicle screw for intervertebral support elements The pedicle screw (1) for intervertebral support elements (3) consists of a shaft (10) and a head (2) comprising at least two parts (20, 22). The head is formed as a securing means for at least one support element (3). Each support element consists of a piece of a cable-like band (31) and a cylindrical support body (30) with an axial lumen (31″ containing the band. The band is securable outside end surfaces (32) of the support body in the head. The head is formed with a contact surface (23) via which a pressure stress can be exerted on the support body in the band direction, and indeed using the band and in cooperation with a further pedicle screw. A part (20) of the head (2), which is firmly connected to the shaft (10) at the one end of the latter, contains a base groove (21) which is oriented transversally to the shaft and into which the part of the band (31) to be secured or a connecting piece (292) which contains the band can be introduced during the securing of the support element (3) by means of a translatory movement in the direction of the shaft and fixed there.
US07785343B2	Coated endoluminal filter In one embodiment of the present invention there is provided a coated endoluminal filter having a support structure; a filtering structure attached to the support structure; a coating over at least a portion of support structure. In another alternative embodiment, there is provided an endoluminal filter having a support structure; and a filtering structure attached to the support structure; wherein, the support structure is generally symmetrical about a plane that is orthogonal to the flow direction of the filter and contains a crossover point between two structural elements of the support structure. In another alternative embodiment, there is provided an endoluminal filter, having a support structure; and a filtering structure attached to the support structure; wherein, the support structure is generally symmetrical about a plane that is parallel to the flow direction of the filter and contains both ends of the support structure.
US07785331B2	Acetabular liner extraction device, kit and associated method An extraction device for removing a liner from an acetabular cup is provided. The extraction device includes a jaw and a handle. The jaw is for cooperation with the liner and including a portion of the jaw for penetrating into the liner. The handle is operably associated with the jaw and is adapted for gripping the extraction device.
US07785314B2	Systems and methods for needle access to an intervertebral disc A catheter with a balloon anchor may be sized to fit through an inner needle and introduced into the patient through the needle. The inner needle may comprise an atraumatic needle with a side port and/or a blunt tip. The catheter may include a radiopaque coil disposed over the distal portion of the catheter body to assist with catheter placement when viewed with fluoroscopy and/or x-ray. The distal portion of the catheter can be very flexible. A balloon inflation tube may terminate proximal to a proximal end of the expandable balloon anchor such that the distal portion of catheter can be flexible. This termination of the inflation tube may also position the inflation tube away from the annulus and nerve roots, so as to avoid irritation of the annulus and rubbing of the nerve roots that may potentially obscure FAD test results.
US07785305B2	System for collecting breast milk from a human breast A portable, hands-free and user friendly breast pump for facilitating breast-feeding, incorporates a dome-shaped housing having a servomotor mechanism; a hat-shaped flange having a chamber portion, a brim portion and an outlet, the chamber portion being formed so as to be placed over a nipple on a breast so as to define a chamber between the flange and the breast, and the brim portion being formed to surround the nipple and thereby form a suction seal therebetween; and a one-way venting element formed to operatively communicate with the chamber so as to vent pumped milk from the chamber via the outlet. The housing, the flange and the venting element are connected into an integral device held against the breast and underneath clothing so as to keep the integral device hidden. Breast milk is collected via a plastic collection bag that connects directly with the pump underneath clothing such that the milk is isolated from any contaminants in the air and may be easily stored immediately after being collected.
US07785304B2	Sterile sampling methods and apparatus Apparatus and method for use in the sterile sampling of liquid from a container, the apparatus having a normally vertical tubular sight chamber coupled by its lower end to a sample port assembly. The upper end of the chamber is fitted with an inlet tube through which sample liquid can be received and a filtered vent to allow air to flow to and from the sight chamber while preventing the ingress of bacteria in to the chamber. The sample port assembly has a tubular body encasing a sheathed needle assembly so that evacuated phials can be inserted into the body and pressed onto the needle assembly to withdraw samples of liquid collected in the sight chamber, the sight chamber preferably having transparent walls that are marked with graduations so that each phial can be withdrawn from the needle assembly after the desired amount of liquid has been collected.
US07785302B2	Access port identification systems and methods An access port for subcutaneous implantation is disclosed. Such an access port may comprise a body for capturing a septum for repeatedly inserting a needle therethrough into a cavity defined within the body. Further, the access port may include at least one feature structured and configured for identification of the access port subsequent to subcutaneous implantation. Methods of identifying a subcutaneously implanted access port are also disclosed. For example, a subcutaneously implanted access port may be provided and at least one feature of the subcutaneously implanted access port may be perceived. Further, the subcutaneously implanted access port may be identified in response to perceiving the at least one feature.
US07785289B2	Catheter with flexible, non-kinking elongate member A catheter may include an elongate member and a distal end therapy-providing portion attached at a distal portion of the elongate member. The elongate member may have an outer generally tubular structure having, firstly, an inner tube structure of rigid material having a circumferential cut through at least a portion of a longitudinal length of the inner tube structure to allow bending of the circumferentially-cut portion of the inner tube structure while maintaining a substantially uniform cross-sectional area and shape at a point of bending, and secondly, a separate outer tube that surrounds and is spaced apart from at least the circumferentially-cut portion of the inner tube structure. The circumferential cut may be a helical cut having a pitch that may vary over the portion of the longitudinal length. An inner diameter of the outer tube may be approximately 0.003″ greater than an outer diameter of the inner tube.
US07785282B2	Spinal orthosis A spinal orthosis comprising a torso unit, a base member secured to the torso unit, a spring biased hinge connected at a first end to the base member and connected at a second end to a sternal support, and one or more sternal pads (or plates) connected to the sternal support. The sternal pads (or plates) may be adapted to provide a posteriorly directed force based on a bias of the spring biased hinge. The spring biased hinge may include a receiving portion that can have an adjustment mechanism at a first end and a spring to provide bias for the spring biased hinge, wherein the adjustment mechanism can be moveable through the receiving portion so as to adjust the bias of the spring biased hinge.
US07785277B2	Removable applicator nozzle for ultrasound wound therapy device A removable applicator nozzle for use in treating a wound is provided. The removable applicator nozzle includes a nozzle, a valve and a cup. The nozzle includes a proximal portion, a distal opening and a valve interface. The proximal portion of the nozzle is engagable with a portion of a transducer of an ultrasound wound therapy device. The distal opening of the nozzle allows at least a portion of a tip of the transducer to pass therethrough. The valve is engagable with the valve interface of the nozzle and the valve selectively allows fluid to flow therethrough. The cup includes an aperture and a puncturing device. The aperture is engagable with the valve and the puncturing device is able to puncture a bottle that is inserted on the cup. Fluid flows from the bottle, through the aperture and the valve and onto a tip of the transducer. The fluid is then moved to the distal opening of the nozzle by a vacuum effect.
US07785267B2	Method and device for the management of lactating animals Method and device for the management of lactating animals wherein the reproduction stage of an animal is correlated with the lactation stage of the animal. A state of the animal is determined by means of automatically obtained sensor data. The state of the animal is graphically illustrated.
US07785263B2	Pressure-based system and method for determining cardiac stroke volume Cardiac stroke volume (SV) of a subject is estimated as a function of a value derived from a measured arterial pressure waveform. The value may be the standard deviation, or a function of the difference between maximum and minimum pressure values, or a function of either the maximum value of the first time derivative or the absolute value of the minimum of the first time derivative of the pressure waveform, or both, or a function of the magnitude of one or more spectral components of the pressure waveform at a frequency corresponding to the heart rate. Cardiac output is then estimated as the product of the subject's heart rate and SV, scaled by a calibration constant. Arterial pressure may be measured invasively or non-invasively.
US07785250B2	Endoscopic instrument assembly with separable operative tip and associated medical method In an insertion configuration, an endoscope assembly includes an insertion member with a distal end face and a working channel and further includes an instrument shaft extending through the working channel and an operative tip connected to the instrument shaft and extending in a plane oriented perpendicularly to the instrument shaft. The operative tip is positioned along the distal end face of the endoscope insertion member. The operative tip is separable from the distal end face of the endoscope insertion member by a distally directed motion of the instrument shaft along the working channel.
US07785248B2	Steerable lesion excluding heart implants for congestive heart failure Devices, systems, and methods for treating a heart of a patient may make use of one or more implant structures which limit a size of a chamber of the heart, such as by deploying a tensile member to bring a wall of the heart toward (optionally into contact with) a septum of the heart.
US07785234B2	Rocking type exercising apparatus A rocking type exercising apparatus includes a movable unit on which a user rides and a driving unit for causing the movable unit to perform a rocking motion. The driving unit includes a pitch driving part for causing the movable unit to rock in a forward/backward direction, a roll driving part for causing the movable unit to rock in a leftward/rightward direction and a yaw driving part for causing the movable unit to rotate about a vertical axis. When the movable unit is moved forward by the pitch driving part and is tilted to either the left or the right by the roll driving part, the yaw driving part rotates the movable unit in the same direction as the tilted direction of the movable unit.
US07785232B2	Training system and method A training system and method include providing a frame, a user support portion coupled to the frame and arranged to support a user, and a user engagement portion coupled to the frame and arranged to be engaged by the body part. A force sensor is provided for sensing a user-applied force at the user engagement portion, and a position sensor is operably connected to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for sensing a relative position therebetween. A motor is coupled to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for driving a position thereof with respect to the frame over a range of motion at a preprogrammed velocity, and a controller is provided in communication with the motor, the force sensor, and the position sensor. A computer program executable by the controller generates a position-varying target force band for the user over the range of motion, and a display is provided in communication with the controller and the force and position sensors for displaying the user-applied force as a function of position in real time in comparison with the target force band.
US07785228B2	Torsion disc for use in a continuously variable transmission A continuously variable transmission (CVT) having a torsion disc for a CVT. The torsion disc includes a splined bore about its central axis, an annular recess formed in the disc for receiving the race of a bearing, and a raised surface for supporting a torsion spring. In one embodiment, the torsion disc includes a number of holes for receiving dowels that support a torsion spring. Load cam discs, a torsion disc, rolling elements, and a hub cap shell are configured to generate axial force, transmit torque, and manage reaction forces. In one embodiment, a splined input shaft and a torsion disc having a splined bore cooperate to input torque into the variator of the CVT. Among other things, various ball axles, axle-ball combinations, and reaction force grounding configurations are disclosed. In one embodiment, a CVT having axial force generation means at both the input and output elements is disclosed.
US07785226B2	Multi-speed transmission A transmission is provided having an input member, an output member, four planetary gear sets, a plurality of coupling members and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. Each of the planetary gear sets includes first, second and third members. The torque transmitting devices may include clutches and brakes.
US07785223B2	Oscillating internally meshing planetary gear reducer To provide an oscillating internally meshing planetary gear reducer capable of realizing a low cost and a high speed reduction ratio, the oscillating internally meshing type planetary gear reducer is constituted so as to include: an input shaft provided with an input gear which is circumscribed and meshed with a pinion provided on a motor; an input shaft gear formed on the input shaft; a plurality of eccentric body shafts each provided with an eccentric body for oscillating an oscillating external gear; an eccentric body shaft gear which is formed on each eccentric body shaft; and a distributing gear which is meshed with the input shaft gear and the eccentric body shaft gear.
US07785222B2	Differential gear set in which lubrication structure is improved A differential gear set includes a pinion gear that at least a groove having a inner planar surface, at least a gear is formed in an exterior circumference thereof and at least a pinion shaft in which an end portion is inserted into the groove such that an end surface faces the inner surface of the groove and a planar portion is formed by cutting off in one side of an exterior circumference thereof corresponding to the interior circumference of the groove.
US07785221B2	Transmission unit for a motor vehicle and control method therefor A transmission unit for a motor vehicle has a drive shaft for a connection to an internal combustion engine of the motor vehicle, an output shaft for the driving of the motor vehicle, a change speed gearbox, an additional drive motor and a planetary transmission, with the additional drive motor being coupled to a first part of the planetary transmission and the output shaft being coupled to a second part of the planetary transmission. The change speed gearbox has at least one selectable gear stage via which the drive shaft of the transmission unit can be operationally coupled directly to the output shaft while bypassing the planetary transmission. The change speed gearbox furthermore has at least one second selectable gear stage via which the drive shaft can be operationally coupled indirectly to the output shaft via a third part of the planetary transmission.
US07785215B2	Golf ball containing photoluminescent material and a light source A photoluminescent, light-emitting golf ball comprises a substantially solid core with an outer shell, both formed of a light transmissive material. Photoluminescent particles are distributed within the light transmissive material. A light-emitting circuit assembly embedded within the core includes at least one battery, a control circuit coupled to the at least one battery, a plurality of light-emitting diodes coupled to the control circuit, and an impact switch electrically connected between the battery and the control circuit. The control circuit actuates the light-emitting diodes for a predetermined time period in response to an impact of the golf ball by a golf club. Actuation of the light-emitting diodes by an impact on the golf ball excites the photoluminescent particles, causing the particles to glow in excess of the predetermined time period of actuation of the light-emitting diodes.
US07785209B1	Billiard rack A billiard ball rack includes a spring loaded pusher bar for accurately positioning billiards balls, and extensions on the rack provide a gripping surface for a user. The rack may include one or more adapters that permit the rack to position balls for games of three-ball, six-ball, seven-ball, eight-ball, nine-ball and ten-ball. The rack has a low profile, and therefore fits into existing storage spaces in pool tables and the like previously used for conventional racks.
US07785206B2	Fixed constant velocity universal joint A fixed constant velocity universal joint using eight torque transmitting balls has a ratio which a non-hardened layer assumes in a bar 48 of a cage 40 is set to be 0.30≦C/S≦0.75, where S represents a cross-sectional area of the bar 48 and C represents an area of the non-hardened layer.
US07785199B2	Touch-sensitive gaming system with dual displays A first game image to be controlled by using an operation switch section 14 is displayed on a first LCD 11. In addition, a second game image to be controlled by using a touch panel 13 is displayed on a second LCD 12. The first game image and the second game image are expressions, taken from different perspectives, of the same game space generated by executing a game program.
US07785189B2	Central determination gaming system which provides a player a choice in outcomes A central determination gaming system which provides a player a choice in outcomes. In one embodiment of the present invention, upon a player initiating a game play at one of a plurality of gaming terminals in communication with a central controller, the central controller selects a plurality of game outcomes from a pool of game outcomes. The selected game outcomes are communicated to the gaming terminal and the gaming terminal provides one of the selected game outcomes to the player based on at least one choice made by the player regarding the game play. The provided game outcome is prevented from further selections from the pool of game outcomes.
US07785184B2	Computer-implemented simulated card game A monitor-based Texas Hold'em Poker game, where a plurality of game entries are displayed to a player and each game entry is associated with a winning odds and potential payout. After the player places a wager on one of the game entries, the system generates a set of community cards and determines a winning hand according to a set of predefined rules.
US07785183B1	Casino game and method of play A video poker game facilitating a jackpot bonus is disclosed. The jackpot bonus may be based on a single video poker machine, a bank of machines or a wide area network of machines. The jackpot is implemented by establishing one or more jackpot hands (e.g., royal flush). Then, prior to, or in between, the play of each conventional video poker game, five or more cards are randomly designated as unique cards. The jackpot is awarded to a player obtaining the pre-established jackpot hand containing five unique cards. Therefore, the game comprises a first level of randomness associated with the shuffling of the cards and second associated with the random designation of cards within the deck. Optionally, an award may be paid for final hands containing less than five unique cards. For example, a royal flush comprising four unique cards may generate an enhanced award.
US07785180B1	Method, apparatus, and system for object recognition, object segmentation and knowledge acquisition A method, comprising displaying an image to a first player, displaying a portion of the image to a second player wherein the portion of the image displayed to the second player is less than all of the image and wherein the portion of the image displayed to the second player is determined by an action of the first player, allowing the second player to submit a word, and determining whether the word submitted by the second player is related to the image. The present invention also includes apparatuses and systems.
US07785168B2	Transformable toy A toy with an exterior structure. Constructed to transform from a rollable first shape to a second shape. An interior structure inside the exterior structure is endowed with a magnetic body that moves by way of a magnetic force that acts from the exterior of the toy, an interior locking portion that moves simultaneously with the movement of this magnetic body, and a biasing member that effects a force which moves or turns this interior locking portion in a particular direction. If the magnetic force does not act from the exterior of the toy, the first shape of the exterior structure maintained. In the event that a magnetic force has acted from the exterior of the said toy, the exterior structure transforms from the first shape to the second shape.
US07785153B2	Power connector with sealed inner base member A power connector (100) includes an insulator (2) and a cap (1). The insulator defines a bottom wall and three mounting holes (21, 22 and 23) extending upwards from the bottom wall, the three mounting holes array in a triangle along a vertical surface, and each mounting hole opens forwards and upwards adapted for receiving a terminal (3). The cap is slidably mounted on the insulator, and comprises a plate (14) extending vertically to cover front surfaces of the mounting holes of the insulator and a roof (12 and 13) extending horizontally from an upper end of the plate to cover upper surfaces of the mounting holes. The plate of the cap forms three through-holes (141, 142 and 143) respectively communicating with the corresponding mounting holes and three frames (1411, 1421 and 1431) extending horizontally into the corresponding mounting holes from inner walls of said three through-holes.
US07785147B2	Conductive contact holder and conductive contact unit A conductive contact holder and a conductive contact unit with improved corrosion resistance and with excellent durability are provided. To this end, there is provided: a holder substrate having a first opening that accepts a signaling conductive contact that inputs and outputs a signal to and from a circuitry, and a second opening that accepts a grounding conductive contact for supplying a ground potential to the circuitry; a first holding member that is inserted into the first opening to hold the signaling conductive contact; and an insulating coat that is made of an insulating material, and covers at least one surface of the holder substrate.
US07785143B2	Coaxial connector having movable terminal A coaxial connector (1) having a moveable terminal includes a metallic bracket (10) defining a receiving space (100) therein. A contact terminal (20) is insulated assembled to the bracket and configured a stationary first part (31) and a second part (33) telescopically assembled within the first part.
US07785142B2	Panel mountable connector assembly An RF connector assembly for mating to a mating connector securely attached to a device includes an inner conductor and an outer conductor coaxially aligned with one another. The inner and outer conductors define a mating interface for mating with the mating connector. The connector assembly also includes an outer body having a latching element configured to couple to the mating connector. The outer body also has a flange extending from the outer body and being configured to face the device when the coaxial connector assembly is mated with the mating connector. A fastener is separately provided from the outer body and engages the flange and the device to securely couple the outer body to the device. Optionally, the outer conductor may define the outer body. Alternatively, the outer body may be a plastic outer body that surrounds the outer conductor.
US07785140B2	Modular electrical connector with opposing contact support members A contact sub-assembly is provided for an electrical connector. The contact sub-assembly includes a base configured for mounting to a mating component. The base includes a pair of opposite side surfaces. A pair of separate contact support members are mounted on the base. Each contact support member holds a separate set of electrical contacts. Each contact support member includes a mounting portion engaged with a corresponding one of the side surfaces of the base such that a portion of the base extends between the mounting portions of the contact support members. The sets of electrical contacts held by the contact support members cooperate to define a mating interface for a mating connector.
US07785138B2	Wireless access point installation on an outlet box An access point device and system that offers Wi-Fi access and is easily integratable into its environment is provided. The access point device and system is advantageously well suited for integrating operative aspects of a Wi-Fi access point in a wall using, for example, standard switch and outlet boxes and/or standard wall plates. The access point device and system can advantageously be well suited for incorporating a wiring structure such as, for example, a 110 block or the like, suitable for use in connecting to a wired network. Further, the access point device and system may beneficially permit the integration of complementary connections within the access point including, for example, data, voice, video, CATV or other like connection types.
US07785135B2	Electrical connector having an improved magnetic module An electrical connector (100) has a housing (10) defining an opening therein (101), a magnetic module (3) mounted to the housing and a shield (50) surrounding the housing. The magnetic module includes a printed circuit board (31), a first set of terminals (20) mounted to a front face of the printed circuit board and received in the opening, a second set of terminals (21) mounted to a rear side of the printed circuit board, a toroidal coil pair (32) mounted to the printed circuit board and having a first toroidal body and (321), and a second toroidal body (322) electrically connected with each other by a circuit provided on the printed circuit board.
US07785126B2	Reinforced backplate for use with electrical connector assembly having insulative coating thereon A connector assembly includes a PCB, an insulative housing mounted on the PCB with a plurality of contacts received therein, a retention module mounted on the PCB and surrounding the insulative housing, and a backplate mounted below the PCB for reinforcing the retention module. The backplate includes a base plate having an upper surface toward a backside surface of the PCB and an insulative coating deposited on the upper surface to prevent the backplate from short-circuiting electrical components of mounted on the backside surface of the PCB.
US07785120B2	Clamping connector for a conductor rail The invention pertains to a conductor rail (1), particularly an enclosed conductor rail, with a housing (2) and at least one conductor band (4, 6) extending therein, as well as a connector (3) for connecting the conductor bands (4, 6) of adjacent segments (1a, 1b) of the conductor rail, wherein the electrically conductive conductor bands (4, 6) are bent outward at the ends of the conductor rail segments so as to electrically connect the conductor bands. In order to easily and manually produce a connection between conductor rail segments of such a conductor rail with the fewest components possible and such that a high system reliability is preserved, the invention proposes that the conductor bands (4, 6) be bent outward by 180° and that the connector (3) be realized in the form of a clamping connector that encompasses and presses the bent ends of the conductor bands against one another in the region of their bend forming a contact surface (5).
US07785113B2	Electrical connection structure An electrical connection structure allowing reduction in height and easy disassembly, wherein a first connecting member comprises a flexible substrate comprising a flexible insulating film, at least one conductive pad formed on at least one side thereof, a conductive circuit pattern extending from the rim of the pad, a through-hole formed through the thickness thereof at a planar position within the pad, and a small aperture formed at a planar position within the pad and communicating with the through-hole, and a second connecting member comprises a conductive projection formed at least one side thereof and electrically connected with a conductive circuit pattern formed inside or on the second connecting member, where the electrical connection is formed in the manner such that the conductive projection of the second connecting member is inserted in the through-hole of the first connecting member, through the small aperture in the pad, bending the pad and the portion of the insulating film under the pad, along the direction of insertion of the conductive projection, so that the pad is pressed onto the conductive projection due to elastic force of the pad and the insulating film bent.
US07785111B2	Electrical connector with elastomeric element An electrical connector is provided. The electrical connector includes a substrate and an elastomeric element extending outwardly from the substrate. The elastomeric element extends outwardly from a base portion thereof at the substrate to an end portion thereof that is opposite the base portion. An electrical contact engages an electrically conductive element of the substrate. The electrical contact has a portion extending over at least a portion of the end portion of the elastomeric element.
US07785098B1	Systems for large area micro mechanical systems Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a first isogrid defining a first plurality of zones, each zone from said first plurality of zones comprising a plurality of ligaments, each zone from said first plurality of zones defining a plurality of spaces, each space bounded by a first sub-plurality of ligaments from said plurality of ligaments, each of said ligaments comprising a plurality of ligament surfaces.
US07785091B2	Processing apparatus and device manufacturing method A processing apparatus configured to transfer a pattern of a mold onto a target member by pressing the mold against a resin applied to the target member includes a driver configured to move the mold and the target member relative to each other, and a controller configured to control the driver so that a changing rate of a load generated between the mold and the resin in a first state is smaller than that in a second state, and the first state being a state in which the mold that adheres to the resin starts moving in a direction separating from the resin, and the second state being a state in which the mold that moves in the direction separating from the resin is about to separate from the resin.
US07785089B2	Additional improvements in powder compaction and enrobing An apparatus and method is disclosed for forming a compacted powder slug coated with a film. The powder, e.g. of a medicament, is compacted and enrobed to produce compacted powder slugs by preferably mechanically compacting a powder and forming a film of a material, preferably hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose, by vacuum or pressure differential, about the surface of the powder thus compacted.
US07785085B2	Piston pump A piston pump includes a pump housing having a suction port, a discharge port, and an internal cavity; a first cylinder member having a cylinder bore; a piston built into the cylinder bore of the first cylinder member to thereby form a pump chamber and adapted to change the volume of the pump chamber by means of axially reciprocating movement; a suction valve provided in the piston; and a discharge valve provided at the discharge side of the pump chamber. A circumferential protrusion is formed externally at an axially intermediate portion of the first cylinder member. The first cylinder member is press-fitted, at the circumferential protrusion, into the internal cavity of the pump housing. A leading end portion of the first cylinder member from which the first cylinder member is inserted into the pump housing has a diameter smaller than that of the internal cavity of the pump housing.
US07785077B2	Ceiling fan hanging system A ceiling fan hanging system (10) in disclosed for use with a conventional ceiling fan (11). The hanging system includes a downrod (15) and a downrod receiver (16). The downrod has a lower end (20) having a select outside diameter and a pair of mutually aligned holes (21) therethrough. The downrod receiver has a tubular neck portion (22) having an internal channel (23) with an internal diameter configured to receive the lower end of the downrod. The neck portion has an oblong first mounting hole (24) and a generally round second mounting hole (25). The downrod receiver also includes a mounting bolt (26) and a mounting nut (27) configured to be threadably received upon mounting bolt. Mounting bolt has an oblong head (29) configured to be nestably received within oblong first mounting hole and a shank (31) extending from head. The oblong head includes an inboard or inwardly facing surface (32) which is curved to conform with and fit snugly against the exterior of the downrod.
US07785075B2	Optimized aerodynamic profile for a turbine blade When cold and in the non-coated state, the aerodynamic profile is substantially identical to a nominal profile determined by the rectangular coordinates X,Y,Z′ given in Table 1, in which the X coordinate is measured in the axial direction of the turbine, and the Z′ coordinate is the quotient D/H, where D is the distance of the point in question from a reference plane P0 situated at the base of the nominal profile and H is the height of the profile measured from said reference plane to the tip of the blade, the measurements D and H being taken radially relative to the axis of the turbine.
US07785072B1	Large chord turbine vane with serpentine flow cooling circuit A large chord turbine stator vane with a 5-pass serpentine aft flow cooling circuit with the built-in cooling flow modulation. The first leg of the 5-pass serpentine flow circuit provides the cooling for the airfoil leading edge. The second, third, and fourth legs of the five pass serpentine flow circuit provide cooling for the airfoil mid-chord section which is subject to a lower heat load for the entire component. The fifth and last leg of the serpentine flow circuit provides cooling for the airfoil aft section as well as cooling flow supply channel for the airfoil trailing edge exit cooling slots. Two cooling modulation devices are utilized in this prior art cooling circuit. One is located at the ID endwall for the regulation of the fourth leg of the serpentine flow channel and the other is located on the OD endwall for the regulation of the fifth leg of the trailing edge flow channel. Once the fourth and the fifth legs of the serpentine flow channels are regulated, cooling flow to the second and the third flow channels or legs will be changed simultaneously.
US07785069B2	Ventilation unit The ventilation unit has an electric motor, the output shaft of which is fitted with a fan having a cup-shaped central body and a number of blades. The central body is defined by a base wall, and by an annular wall from whose outer face the blades extend. And the main characteristic of the present inventive subject matter lies in through windows being formed in the annular wall of the central body to channel out, in use, any condensate formed inside the central body.
US07785068B2	Steam turbine exhaust hood and method of fabricating the same A method of fabricating an exhaust hood is provided for use with a turbine engine. The method includes providing an upper shell casing wherein the upper shell casing is fabricated from a composite material, and coupling the upper shell casing to a lower shell casing such that a turbine is housed within the exhaust hood, the shell casing is fabricated from a composite material. A turbine assembly is also provided.
US07785054B2	Fastening assembly A fastening system is configured to secure a first panel to a second panel while isolating the first panel from the second panel. The fastening system may include a first retainer, a sleeve, and a fastener. The first retainer may include a planar sheet and a central opening. The sleeve includes a plurality of inwardly-canted tabs, wherein a central channel is formed through the sleeve. The sleeve is secured within the central opening of the planar sheet. The fastener is positioned within the central channel of the sleeve and the inwardly-canted tabs securely engage the fastener to prevent the fastener from retreating within the sleeve. The fastening system may also include a second retainer, wherein a portion of the sleeve snapably secures to a portion of the second retainer.
US07785053B2	Single tough locking seat fittings and methods Apparatus and methods for removably securing payloads are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method includes coupling the payload to a body of a locking assembly, engaging an insertion portion of the body into the channel, translating the insertion portion of the body along the channel from a first position to a second position, the body being substantially constrained from movement away from the channel in the second position, and actuating at least one engagement member from an unsecured position to a secured position, a portion of the channel being engaged by the at least one engagement member and the insertion portion of the body when the at least one engagement member is positioned in the secured position such that the body is substantially constrained from movement along the channel by the at least one engagement member.
US07785045B2	Insert with a mounting hole and toolholder including a cutting insert The present invention relates to cutting tools with cutting inserts and, more particularly, to cutting tools with cutting inserts that have mounting recesses. The cutting insert includes a body having a mounting hole having an axis extending therethrough, and a surface portion in the mounting hole. The surface portion is substantially circular when viewed in a direction of the axis and is non-parallel to the axis and including at least two contact points disposed at a lesser distance from the axis than a region between the at least two contact points. A cutting tool is also disclosed.
US07785044B2	Method and apparatus for conveying material and ejector apparatus A method for conveying material by applying a pressure difference in a conveying conduit (4), in which method the material is fed into the conveying conduit (4) and in the conveying conduit further into a separating device (5), where the material being conveyed is separated from conveying air, in which method a negative pressure is created in the conveying conduit (4) by means of an ejector apparatus (6), whose suction side is connected to the separating device (5), said ejector apparatus being operated using an operating medium consisting of a liquid mist, especially an aqueous liquid mist, said medium being sprayed through at least one spraying nozzle (122) into an ejector tube (128) directed into a separating element (38). In the method, the generation of the negative pressure to be produced is intensified according to need by limiting the flow of gases, such as air, into the ejector tube (128) from the direction opposite to the spraying direction of its operating medium, i.e. from the outlet end (129) of the ejector tube. The invention also relates to an apparatus and an ejector device.
US07785039B1	Pier driving and foundation lifting assembly An assembly for driving pier sections and for foundation lifting, the assembly incorporating a “T” bar having a stem, a left arm, and a right arm, the stem having lower end and an upper end, and the stem forming a vertically extending and rearwardly opening channel which is fitted for receipt of the pier sections; the assembly further incorporating a collet clamp for alternatively clamping and releasing pier sections, the collet clamp being welded to the lower end of the “T” bar; the assembly further incorporating a sleeve having a bore which is fitted for sliding receipt of the pier sections; the assembly further incorporating left and right hydraulic cylinders spanning between and vertically interconnecting the “T” bar's arms and the sleeve; and the assembly further incorporating a foundation hooking member fixedly attached to and extending forwardly from the sleeve.
US07785037B2	Spillway hydroelectric turbine A hydroelectric system comprising a support member, a rotational torque converter, a drive member being disposed at one end of a support arm, a water driven mechanism in rotational communication with the drive member, wherein the support arm can be pivotally adjusted by a retraction mechanism are disclosed. A spillway deflector comprising a spillway deflector wedge, a deflector anchor, and a flat portion extending between the deflector anchor and the deflector wedge are disclosed.
US07785036B2	Installation method for a preventative booming for oil containment boom with a spiral configuration The present invention refers to an installation method for a preventive booming for pollution containment in aquatic environments, such as rivers, lakes, lagoons, bays, or ocean, more specifically for the pollution caused by oil spills. It comprises a plurality of containment boom sections that form a preventive booming in a spiral configuration, allowing the transit of supply and service boats. The preventative booming does not impair the ordinary operation of a platform or offshore installation at the same time that it prevents the immediate exit of the supernatant oil.
US07785029B2	Ball joint A ball joint, particularly an axial joint, having a housing, a bearing shell which is arranged in the housing, and a ball pin with a ball head which is arranged in the bearing shell, is characterized in that the bearing shell is bent open elastically by the ball head so that the restoring force resulting from its deformation applies a prestress onto the ball head which attempts to press the latter out of the housing.
US07785015B2	Fiber optic drop cables and preconnectorized assemblies A preconnectorized outdoor cable streamlines the deployment of optical waveguides into the last mile of an optical network. The preconnectorized outdoor cable includes a cable and at least one plug connector. The plug connector is attached to a first end of the cable, thereby connectorizing at least one optical waveguide. The cable has at least one optical waveguide, at least one tensile element, and a cable jacket. Various cable designs such as figure-eight or flat cables may be used with the plug connector. In preferred embodiments, the plug connector includes a crimp assembly having a crimp housing and a crimp band. The crimp housing has two half-shells being held together by the crimp band for securing the at least one tensile element. When fully assembled, the crimp housing fits into a shroud of the preconnectorized cable. The shroud aides in mating the preconnectorized cable with a complimentary receptacle.
US07785002B2	P-N junction based thermal detector A thermopile-based thermal detector is provided by a thermocouple, formed from a single sheet of material, which is made dissimilar with a P-doped and an N-doped junction electrically isolated via a naturally forming depletion region. The thermopile P-N sheet is uniform and planar, addressing stress and manufacturing issues. The usual non-active area of a conventional thermopile is significantly reduced or eliminated, and thus the output signal per unit diaphragm area of the detector is substantially increased, without the typical reduction in the signal-to-noise ratio. Also, a significant reduction in size of the thermal detector area is provided without a reduction in signal or signal-to-noise ratio. In an aspect, a second layer of thermocouples is axially positioned over, and connected with, a first layer of thermocouples. Additional axially stacked thermopiles can be provided within the same fabrication process. Signal processing circuitry may be electrically interconnected with the thermocouple.
US07784994B2	Aggregate mixing apparatus having spherical batch mixing vessel with jet pump to help load material and single pneumatic source to pressurize mixing vessel and drive jet pump Mixing apparatus includes a batch mixing vessel with an inlet to receive constituent material, an agitation assembly for mixing the constituents and an outlet to convey batches of the mixed is provided. The apparatus includes a pressurizing device for pressurizing the vessel to assist in evacuation of the mix, and a conduit through which the mix is conveyed. A single pneumatic source is used both to pressurize the mixing vessel and to drive a jet pump including the batch loader. During the mixing cycle, the compressor used to discharge the finished mix is generally idle. This compressor can be used during these periods to drive a jet pump to load the mixing vessel. Therefore, manual loading is avoided and can be achieved such that the mixing cycle time is not interrupted.
US07784991B2	Backlight assembly and cover for a compact display apparatus A back cover for a backlight assembly capable of achieving a more compact a display apparatus includes a cover element, a line portion, and a plurality of point light sources. The cover element includes a metallic layer, and the cross-section of the cover element has an L-shape. The line portion is formed over the cover element. The point light sources are mounted on the surface of the cover element to receive a driving voltage from the line portion. A bottom cover portion of the cover element covers an opening portion. A side cover portion of the cover element faces the side wall. The point light sources mounted on the cover element emit light on a side surface of a light guide plate.
US07784985B2	Dual function headlamp for a motor vehicle A dual function headlamp for motor vehicle fulfilling a first function as a beam with cut-off, in particular a dipped beam, and a second function as a second-type beam, in particular a full beam, comprising: an elliptical reflector with an interior focal point and an focal point on an optical axis; a light source placed in the vicinity of the interior focal point; an optics placed forward of the reflector and with a focal point merged with, or next to, the exterior focal point of the reflector; and a retractable shade that can occupy an active position for the beam with cut-off and a withdrawn position for the second-type beam, the shade in active position presenting a cut-off edge situated in the vicinity of the focal point of the optics. The retractable shade presents a reflective surface which, in withdrawn position, is placed in the lower part of the reflector, is turned forward and contributes to the second-type beam.
US07784971B2	Systems and methods for thermal management of lamps and luminaires using LED sources LED module assemblies and luminaires that reduce thermal issues associated with LED lamp energy dissipation are disclosed. In one embodiment, an optimized conduction path from the LED to the exterior of the luminaire is created through the use of heat pipes integrated into the LED module assembly and luminaire. In this embodiment, a significant reduction in thermal transfer to the interior of the enclosure may be implemented, while allowing maximum energy dissipation from the LEDs.
US07784964B2	Convertible light device A light device includes a reflector disposed in a housing, a frame attached to an upper portion of the housing and having an axle extended into a notch of the frame, and having one or more projections extended from the axle, a carrier includes a protrusion rotatably secured to the frame with the axle and includes a number of depressions for engaging with the projection of the axle and for anchoring the carrier to the frame at selected angular positions, and the carrier includes a curved opening for rotatably attaching a spherical casing, a circuit board is disposed in the casing and includes a light member, the casing and the light member are rotatable relative to the housing and the frame and the carrier.
US07784963B2	Multi-function flashlight A multi-function flashlight device is provided in either an all white light emitting diode (LED) or a colored LED version that allows versatile functionality. The flashlight is fashioned to have an outer housing that includes both an integrated means for interfacing the flashlight with a firearm and a surface thereon that serves as a handgrip. The outer housing of the flashlight is configured to be engaged by a clamping assembly that facilitates integration of the flashlight with standard firearm accessory rail assemblies. The flashlight head includes a high-output white LED positioned centrally within an optical element such as a reflector. Should the flashlight be a colored light, four other positions are provided around the periphery of the lens that contain colored LEDs. The flashlight provides the user the ability to selectively and individually control the mode of operation for all of the LEDs contained therein.
US07784959B2	Whirlpool type aqua-lamp-based candle-like lighting device A whirlpool type aqua-lamp-based candle-like lighting device includes a stand accommodating therein a motor for driving rotation of a magnetic piece and an aqua lamp that defines a chamber mounted to an open end of the stand. The aqua lamp receives therein a magnetically-driven moving piece located on a bottom thereof and corresponding to the magnetic piece and a light generation assembly is set under the aqua lamp. An illuminator for generating twinkling lighting is arranged at an opening of the chamber. Thus, the motor, once set in operation, rotates the magnetically-driven moving piece, which in turn causes a liquid flow inside the aqua lamp in a whirlpool and dazzling/shining manner; meanwhile, the illuminator on the chamber provides a function of simulating a twinkling candle flaming. The whirlpool type aqua-lamp-based candle-like lighting device shows dual interests of visual effects in light twinkling and entertainment of observing liquid flowing.
US07784952B2	Enclosed lens type retroreflective sheet with wide-angle reflective performance and external illumination system The retroreflective sheet of the present invention comprises a surface layer (1) including at least one layer, a focusing layer (2) containing glass spheres (3), and a metal reflective layer (4) on the back side of the focusing layer (2), wherein the glass spheres (3) are disposed at random locations in the thickness direction of the focusing layer (2). The external illumination system of the present invention comprises a sign having a sign face including the above-mentioned retroreflective sheet, and an external illumination source, and the distance from the illumination source to the sign face is within a range of at least 1 m and no more than 100 m. The present invention thereby provides a retroreflective sheet and an external illumination system with which wide-angle reflective performance with a wider incidence angle and observation angle can be ensured.
US07784947B2	Cataract surgery microscopy system and method therefor A cataract surgery microscopy system is provided which comprises a microscopy optics for producing an image of an object plane of the microscopy optics and a pattern generator for generating a pattern superimposed on the image, said pattern generator being provided to generate a circular pattern having an adjustable diameter.
US07784946B2	Virtual microscope system for monitoring the progress of corneal ablative surgery and associated methods A system for visualizing an eye of a patient during corneal surgery includes a processor and a first and second camera in signal communication with the processor. The cameras are positionable for focusing on a cornea positioned for surgery. A first and a second display and optics therefor are in signal communication with the processor and are positionable for viewing through a first and a second eyepiece of a stereo microscope, respectively. Software is resident on the processor for receiving a first and second corneal image from the first and second cameras, for processing the received first and second images for display, and for transmitting the processed first and second images to the first and the second displays, respectively, via the display optics. The displays can then be viewed by a surgeon through the microscope at least during the surgery.
US07784941B2	Fundus observation device A fundus observation device which can simultaneously capture both surface images and tomographic images of the fundus oculi is provided. The fundus observation device 1 has a fundus camera unit 1A, an OCT unit 150, and an arithmetic and control unit 200. The fundus camera unit 1A has an illuminating optical system 100 and an imaging optical system 120. The arithmetic and control unit 200 forms the surface image of fundus oculi Ef based on signals from fundus camera unit 1A. The OCT unit 150 divides low coherence light LO into the signal light LS and the reference light LR, and detects the interference light LC that can be obtained from the signal light LS passing through fundus oculi Ef and the reference light LR passing through reference mirror 174. The arithmetic and control unit 200 forms tomographic images of fundus oculi Ef based on these detecting results. A Dichroic mirror 134 combines the optical path of the signal light LS toward fundus oculi Ef into the optical path for imaging of the imaging optical system 120, and separates the optical path of the signal light LS towards fundus oculi Ef from the optical path for imaging.
US07784940B2	Eye viewing device comprising video capture optics There is described in one embodiment an eye viewing device for viewing a structure of an eye such as a retina. The eye viewing device can include an image sensor. In one embodiment an eye viewing device can be adapted to facilitate both visual viewing of an eye structure and electronic image capture.
US07784936B2	Ophthalmic solution dispensing device A device for dispensing ophthalmic solutions to a user's eyes comprising a container for holding ophthalmic solutions, transfer tubing attached to the container for dispensing and applying said solution and a clip attached to the container for attaching said applicator to eyeglasses. The transfer tubing is the clip by being formed into the shape of a clip for attaching said eye solution applicator to eyeglasses.
US07784934B2	Method for viewing two-dimensional images in 3-D These lenses or glasses made with these lenses will allow people to watch any movie in 3-D without the need for special filming, additional electronics, conversion programs, or software. Normal 2-D movies may be viewed in 3-D with these glasses. And it will work with virtually any type of video presentation, as well as print media and art. As an added benefit, the lenses also improve overall image quality by filtering out interference patterns, without the need for electronic editing. This is especially useful for viewing old videos or low grade images. These glasses make it easy, convenient, and comfortable to view any movie in 3-D, even if the movie was not specifically created for 3-D viewing.
US07784932B2	Inkjet printer with reversible transport mechanism An inkjet printer includes a body housing a print engine. The print engine includes a transport mechanism configured to transport print media and a printhead assembly configured to print upon the print media. The transport mechanism includes a motor which can be driven in one direction when picking an endmost sheet of print media from a stack of print media and driven in another direction when transporting the picked print media during printing. A retractable cover is pivotally mounted relative to the body and can be pivoted to form a sheet feeder in which the stack can be located. A capping mechanism is configured to cap the printhead assembly.
US07784929B2	Droplet ejecting apparatus, a droplet adherence preventing method and a cleaning method for cleaning a recording medium carrier roller Droplet ejecting apparatus has a recording medium carrier portion provided with recording medium carrier rollers conveying a recording medium, a droplet ejecting portion discharging droplets to the recording medium, and a droplet adherence preventing liquid applying portion applying droplet adherence preventing liquid preventing adherence of the droplets to at least one of the recording medium carrier rollers.
US07784927B2	Ink container and ink jet recording apparatus In an ink supply system for connecting with an ink container with a hollow communicating tube provided in the ink container, in order to prevent leakage of the ink from the communicating tube and simultaneously to prevent damage of the communicating tube projected from the ink container, the communicating tube 60 is made movable to be projected from the inside of the ink container and to be inserted into a recording head, thus establishing liquid communication between the inside of the ink container and the inside of the recording head.
US07784925B2	Ink cartridge with pressure regulation An ink cartridge suitable for regulating a hydrostatic pressure of ink supplied to an inkjet printhead is provided. The cartridge comprises an ink chamber having an ink outlet for fluid communication with the printhead via an ink line; an air inlet open to atmosphere; a bubble outlet for bubbling air bubbles into the chamber, each air bubble comprising an air cavity trapped inside a film or a body of ink; and an air channel connecting the air inlet and the bubble outlet. The bubble outlet is dimensioned to control a Laplace pressure of air bubbles drawn into the chamber as result of supplying ink to the printhead, thereby regulating a hydrostatic pressure of the ink.
US07784923B2	Ink cartridge, and ink-jet recording apparatus using the same There is provided an ink cartridge which is formed from an ink-filled ink pack and a hermetic outer shell case for housing the ink pack and which supplies ink to a recording head by means of application of air pressure to a space between the outer shell case and the ink pack. The outer shell case is formed by coupling an upper case and a lower case together. The ink-filled ink pack is housed in the lower case, and the upper case is laid on the lower case from above. The upper and lower cases are hermetically sealed by vibratory welding or heat welding, thus constituting the ink cartridge.
US07784919B2	Methods for improving flow through fluidic channels Methods for improving fluid flow in one or more flow features of a micro-fluid ejection head and micro-fluid ejection heads having improved fluid flow. One method includes bonding a substrate having a flow feature layer to an ejection head body using a relatively low stress, substantially flexible adhesive containing a relatively volatile polar organic compound. The adhesive is cured under conditions sufficient to induce outgassing of at least a portion of the relatively volatile polar organic compound on at least a portion of a flow feature surface sufficient to increase fluid wetting of the flow feature surface.
US07784918B2	Low energy, long life micro-fluid ejection device Micro-fluid ejection heads and methods for extending the life of micro-fluid ejection heads. One such micro-fluid ejection head includes a substrate having a plurality of thermal ejection actuators. Each of the thermal ejection actuators has a resistive layer and a protective layer thereon. A flow feature member is adjacent the substrate and defines a fluid feed channel, a fluid chamber associated with at least one of the actuators and in flow communication with the fluid feed channel, and a nozzle. The nozzle is offset to a side of the chamber opposite the feed channel. A polymeric layer having a degradation temperature of less than about 400° C. overlaps a portion of the at least one actuator associated with the fluid chamber and positioned less than about five microns from at least an edge of the at least one actuator opposite the fluid feed channel.
US07784917B2	Process for making a micro-fluid ejection head structure A method of making a micro-fluid ejection head structure and micro-fluid ejection heads made by the method. The method includes applying a tantalum oxide layer to a surface of a fluid ejection actuator disposed on a device surface of a substrate so that the tantalum oxide layer is the topmost layer of a plurality of layers including a resistive layer, and a protective layer selected from a passivation layer, a cavitation layer, and a combination of a passivation layer and a cavitation layer. The tantalum oxide layer has a thickness (t) that satisfies an equation t=(¼*W/n), wherein W is a wavelength of radiation from a radiation source, and n is a refractive index of the tantalum oxide layer. A photoimageable layer is also applied to the substrate. The photoimageable layer is imaged with the radiation source and then developed.
US07784916B2	Micro-fluid ejection heads with multiple glass layers Methods for fabricating micro-fluid ejection heads and micro-fluid ejection heads are provided herein, such as those that use non-conventional substrates. One such micro-fluid ejection head includes a substrate having first and second glass layers disposed adjacent to a surface thereof and a plurality of fluid ejection actuators disposed adjacent to the second glass layer. The first glass layer is thicker than the second glass layer and the second glass layer has a surface roughness of no greater than about 75 Å Ra.
US07784913B2	Mounted structure, liquid droplet ejection head, liquid droplet ejection apparatus and manufacturing method A liquid droplet ejection head that ejects liquid droplets through deformation of a driven element, includes: a first substrate having a pressurizing chamber with a nozzle aperture that ejects liquid droplets, and a first surface on which is formed a first wiring electrically connected to the drive element; a second substrate disposed on the first surface of the first substrate and covering the driven element, the second substrate having a second surface and a side surface, the second surface facing in a same direction as the first surface of the first substrate and on which is formed a second wiring, the side surface on which is formed a third wiring that combines the first wiring and the second wiring; a semiconductor element disposed on the second surface of the second substrate, and which drives the driven element; and plating that electrically connects the first wiring, the second wiring, the third wiring, and a connection terminal of the semiconductor element.
US07784911B2	Apparatus and method for printing biomolecular droplet on substrate An apparatus and method which print a biomolecular droplet onto a solid substrate using an electric charge concentration effect comprises: a needle shaped electric field forming electrode which is made of a conductive material, is disposed vertically, and comprises an accommodating area and a nozzle formed on a bottom end of the accommodating area; a solid substrate which is electrically grounded, is disposed below the electric field forming electrode, and comprises a moisture thin film and a target surface onto which the biomolecular droplet is discharged from the nozzle of the electric field forming electrode; and an open circuit type voltage applying unit which is electrically connected to the electric field forming electrode, applies a charge to the electric field forming electrode, and causes the biomolecular droplet to be ejected onto the target surface.
US07784910B2	Nozzle arrangement incorporating a thermal actuator mechanism with ink ejection paddle A nozzle arrangement is provided for an inkjet printhead. The nozzle arrangement includes a substrate assembly defining an ink supply channel. A nozzle chamber structure extends from the substrate assembly. The nozzle chamber structure defines a nozzle chamber in fluid communication with the ink supply channel and a nozzle rim through which ink from the nozzle chamber can be ejected. A thermal actuator mechanism is anchored to the substrate assembly. The thermal actuator mechanism includes an ink ejection paddle extending across the nozzle chamber between the ink inlet channel and the nozzle rim so that, upon actuation, the paddle moves to eject ink in the nozzle chamber out through the nozzle rim.
US07784906B2	Refill unit A refill unit that includes: an ink cartridge; a case having an opening formed in a front face thereof for inserting/extracting the ink cartridge and a holding portion communicated with the opening for housing the ink cartridge; an urging mechanism disposed in the case and engaging with an upper face of the ink cartridge housed in the holding portion, the urging mechanism urging the ink cartridge elastically toward the opening; a door disposed on the case and capable of moving between a closed position, at which the opening is closed with the ink cartridge being housed in the holding portion, and an opened position; and a presser member disposed on the door and capable of pressing the ink cartridge housed in the holding portion toward the opening when the door moves from the closed position to the opened position.
US07784897B2	Method of measuring printing characteristics A method (300) is described of determining characteristic of an ink jet printer (15). A chart containing multiple regions or patches is printed (320) on a print medium (115) using the ink jet print (15). The chart includes at least a first region printed using a first set of nozzles, and at least a second region printed using a second set of nozzles. The first and second sets of nozzles are a predetermined distance apart in the printer head of the printer (15). The printing of the first and second regions is also separated by a print medium advance operation equal to the predetermined distance. This causes the first and second regions to be aligned in the direction of the print medium advance operation. The chart is then imaged using scanner (16) chart to form a chart image. The positions of the regions appearing in the chart image are next determined (340). The spatial alignment characteristic of the printer is calculated from the distance, in the medium advance direction, between said first and second regions.
US07784893B2	Image-forming device A multifunctional device including a lower frame, a main control board, and a cartridge holder. A conveying space is formed in the lower frame farther forward than a recording unit and includes a discharge space for receiving discharged recording sheet. The main control board is disposed horizontally above the conveying space when viewed from the front. The recording unit is disposed farther rearward than the conveying space, with its topmost part substantially equal in height to the main control board. The cartridge holder is disposed to the side of the conveying space and the main control board and fits vertically within the top part.
US07784883B2	Vehicular brake hydraulic pressure controller A vehicular brake hydraulic pressure controller has a reference hydraulic pressure acquisition section 21a for acquiring hydraulic pressure achieved on the other side of an electromagnetic valve as reference hydraulic pressure, a differential pressure calculation section 21b for calculating a differential pressure Py by subtracting previously-estimated hydraulic pressure achieved on one side of the electromagnetic valve from the reference hydraulic pressure; a pressure gradient coefficient calculation section 21c for acquiring a pressure gradient coefficient K correlating with a drive current of the electromagnetic valve and the differential pressure Py, and an estimated hydraulic pressure calculation section 21e for estimating current hydraulic pressure by adding a product, which has been produced by multiplying the differential pressure Py by the pressure gradient coefficient K, to the previously-estimated hydraulic pressure achieved on one side of the electromagnetic valve.
US07784881B2	Method and circuit system for calibrating voltage and temperature deviations of the effective current of hydraulic valves in a PWM drive The present invention relates to a method for reducing deviations between the effective current and the measured current in a pulse-width-modulated current control, in particular for electronic brake control units of motor vehicles, wherein the measured current is determined at a certain predefined time within an actuation period and a compensation occurs by means of temperature-responsive and/or supply-voltage-responsive compensation variables which are added to the measured current such that a corrected nominal current is available for current control. The invention also relates to a circuit arrangement for actuating several inductive loads and comprises a circuit for PWM control of the load current. The method of the invention is implemented as a program in a microcomputer or microcomputer system that is electrically connected to the PWM circuit.
US07784880B2	Braking system for a floor conveyor A braking system for a floor conveyor, which features at least one travel motor for at least one driven wheel, an electric steering control for at least one steered wheel, a service brake with a braking transmitter generating a braking signal and an electromagnetically releasable spring brake as an emergency stop brake, which is amongst others actuable when an error signal is generated in the steering control or a braking signal otherwise, which further features a superordinated vehicle control for various functions of the floor conveyor and a battery for supplying the individual electric consumers, wherein the steering control actuates a first switch at an error signal, which cuts off the electric connection between the battery and the emergency stop brake, wherein an additional switch is connected in series with the first switch and is actuable by a PWM actuator of the vehicle control, and a control line is connected between the steering control and the vehicle control, such that both switches are switched according to the clock of the PWM actuator when an error signal or a braking signal occurs.
US07784878B2	Connecting system for tensile elements such as spokes A tensile connector assembly comprising a longitudinal tensile element having a longitudinal axis, an end portion and a cross-section, a connecting element connected to the longitudinal tensile element, and a bracing element connected to the longitudinal tensile element. With a tensile axis of applied tensile load along said longitudinal tensile element. Where the longitudinal tensile element is anchored to the bracing element and the connecting element is connected to the longitudinal tensile element via a welded connection at a welded interface. Where the connections permit the longitudinal tensile element to support said tensile load along the tensile axis.
US07784872B2	Recliner mechanism A recliner mechanism for a vehicle seat is provided. The recliner mechanism includes a first mounting part and a second mounting part forming a housing with an interior and being arranged on a common shaft. The recliner mechanism further includes a latching device arranged in the interior of the housing. The latching device has a latching pawl and a holding and adjusting member. The latching pawl is able to be adjusted to a locked position relative to the first mounting part. The holding and adjusting member is able to be reversibly adjusted from a first position effecting the locked position and a second position effecting an unlocked position by rotating the shaft. The holding and adjusting member rotates about a swivel pin that is provided substantially parallel to the shaft and is spaced apart therefrom.
US07784861B1	Folding frame for a folding chair with seat back and seat cover A spring locking knob and a fixed stop at the upper ends of the front legs of a chair frame cooperate to restrict movement of a slideset joining the front legs, rear legs and seat support struts of a chair in making the chair with its cover seat more stable and resistant to an inadvertent folding closure.
US07784857B2	Fastener assembly A retaining structure and fastener assembly for securing a resin panel to a vehicle body. The panel has an inner surface and a retaining structure extending outwardly from the inner surface. The retaining structure has a retaining wall with a slot for receiving a shoulder of a bolt therethrough, so that a head of the bolt is retained between the inner surface and a washer for securing the panel to the body of the vehicle. The slot is oversized relative to the shoulder of the bolt so as to define a predetermined gap therebetween to accommodate thermal expansion and contraction of the panel, thereby preventing building of the panel relative to the vehicle.
US07784849B2	Convertible vehicle with a roof comprising several roof sections A convertible vehicle with at least two successive roof sections that are separated on their exterior surface at a groove when the roof is closed, with a rear roof section being displaceable rearwards and downwards for the opening of the roof and a roof section arranged in front of it being movable towards the rear roof section. The rear roof section, being divided into a central section and externally located frame parts, is designed in such a way that the forward roof section is supported by the central section and the frame parts are appended in the groove area and can be lifted during the opening of the roof from a common plane with the central section in such a way that the frame parts are dislocated rearwards and, at least in parts, downward opposite the central section when the roof is open.
US07784845B2	Expandable vehicle-mounted shelter An expandable vehicle-mounted shelter is a construction connected to a vehicle, in which a shelter container body 2 thereof is laterally enlarged to have an enlarged internal space in which special equipment, such as communication equipment, medical equipment, etc., and other equipment is provided, or otherwise to be utilized as a compartment for carrying goods. In the shelter container body, expandable frames are laterally oppositely provided, each frame having folding sections. In each of the folding sections, a support plate is pivotably connected, at the upper or lower end thereof, to the body via hinge means, and at least one folding plate is foldably connected to the support plate, so that the folding section can be pivoted around the hinge means to spread out, thereby enlarging the space inside the shelter.
US07784843B2	Vehicle console with sliding panel Embodiments of a vehicle console comprise a front storage bin having a first pair of sidewalls, a back storage bin adjacent the front storage bin having a second pair of sidewalls, a pair of tracks associated with the first and second pair of sidewalls, and a movable armrest disposed over the back storage bin, wherein the armrest is moveable to provide access to the back storage bin. The region between the movable armrest and the back storage bin is a panel housing. The vehicle console further comprises a sliding panel comprising at least one convenience apparatus wherein the sliding panel is aligned with the pair of tracks and is operable to move into the panel housing.
US07784835B1	Pipe connecting member A pipe connecting mechanism having first and second pivot attachment systems that are rotatably attached to a central connecting portion. The central connecting portion has a telescopically extending connection where a flexing assembly allows for a prescribed amount of motion between the first and second pivot attachment assemblies.
US07784831B2	Seat belt load limiting device A load limiting device for mounting a seat belt buckle includes a plow shoe attached to one of the buckle and the vehicle and a pair of opposed plates attached to the other of the buckle and the vehicle. The plates have the plow shoe captured therebetween so that upon imposition of an occupant restraint load on the buckle, the plow shoe travels therebetween the plates and absorbs energy by deforming at least one of the plates. An adjuster mechanism adjusts the distance between the opposed plates to selectively increase or decrease the energy absorbing capacity of the load limiting device by determining the extent of metal deformation occurring upon the travel of the plow shoe.
US07784828B2	Dual depth airbag with active venting An inflatable airbag cushion assembly with a release device for electronic communication with a sensor in a vehicle. The cushion assumes two different configurations depending on the occupant's position. The configurations are achieved via tethers along with closeable vent(s) to control cushion pressure.
US07784815B2	Stand-up seat with inclinable seat back The invention relates to a stand-up wheelchair for handicapped people and invalids, comprising a frame (2) supporting a hinged structure (12), supporting a seat back (D), a seat (A), a footrest (R) and being mobile between a seated position (P1) and an upright position (P2), characterized in that the hinged structure comprises a hinged support system of the seat (A) and of the seat back (D) which comprises at least an upper side rail (14, 15), a lower side rail (35) and front (27) and rear (20) spacers carrying a seat back upright and maneuvering means (50) which are interposed between the frame (2) and the lower side rail (35) and which are adapted, by displacement of the lower side rail, on the one hand, to ensure adjustment of the inclination of the seat back upright (24, 25) when the upper side rail (14, 15) is supported on a seat bearing (52, 53) and, on the other hand, to verticalize the hinged structure (12) when the front spacer (27) has reached its maximum return position.
US07784812B1	Central multi directional transmission system A dual chassis with multi-directional transmission wherein a front chassis and a rear chassis can be united to function as a traditional chassis or separated when traveling over uneven terrain. A multi-directional transmission serves to increase the distance between the two chassis and enable them to travel at differing vertical and horizontal angles.
US07784811B1	Wheelchair ball deflector and associated method The present invention discloses a deflecting apparatus for wheelchairs to prevent objects from rolling underneath wheelchairs, especially when engaged in sport activities. The apparatus is an accessory item that attaches in the front of a wheelchair below the seat and just above the floor/ground level. It is configured as a guard specifically to prevent sport balls such as basketballs, soccer balls, volleyballs and the like from being trapped under the wheelchair. The apparatus is attached with a pair of clamping arms on the rear of the plate to connect the apparatus to the specific structure of the wheelchair, particularly on the kick plate and is adjustable to conform to various sizes of kick plates. Alternate embodiments could serve as deflectors for other objects that may become hazardous to the wheelchair free movement if allowed to travel underneath the chair from the front.
US07784805B2	Progressive compression suspension A Progressive Compression Suspension is disclosed. The suspension operates to provide floating opposed mounting points for each end of the suspension's shock absorber. The bottom end of the shock absorber pivotally attaches to the lower suspension arm, and the upper end of the shock absorber pivotally attaches to a compression linkage. The compression linkage is pivotally attached to the vehicle frame or chassis, such that it rocks back forth when the suspension engages rough terrain and the top of the shock absorber works in opposition to the bottom of the shock absorber. The rocking of the compression linkage is created by an actuating linkage interconnecting the compression linkage and an eccentric arm extending inwardly towards the frame from the pivot point of the lower suspension arm. As a result of this geometry, if the lower suspension arm is driven upwardly by the terrain, it will (through operation of the eccentric arm, actuating linkage and compression linkage) cause the top mounting point of the shock absorber to be driven downwardly. By correctly calculating the dimensional relationships, the resultant effect progressive dampening that is responsive to suspension travel, rather than simple linear dampening.
US07784804B2	Steering gear A steering gear for a rack and pinion steering system, including a housing in which a steering rack is guided for displacement along its axis, has an auxiliary support which is located at an axial end of the housing, the auxiliary support limiting a bending of the steering rack.
US07784801B2	Brake unit for a baby stroller A brake mechanism for a baby stroller has a wheel brake device, a connecting element, an actuator and a retainer. The wheel brake device is operatively connected to a wheel set of the stroller. The actuator is controllable connected to the upper portion of the stroller for driving the wheel brake device via the connecting element to brake the wheel of the stroller. The retainer is used to engage with the actuator to keep the actuator in a locked position.
US07784794B2	Paper archery tuner A frame structure holds a paper roll in the top part and releasable spring loaded pressure bars hold the roll and the leading edge of the paper stretched taut across the frame for shooting arrows through the paper and release to allow feeding a hole-free portion of paper from the roll. Once the paper is fed, springs pull the pressure bars together to apply pressure to the top of the paper roll and the leading edge of the paper on the opposite side of the frame so that the paper is held tight. An arrow may be shot through the tight paper to determine the trueness of flight. If the arrow flies true, the tear of the fletching is evenly spaced around the hole of the shaft.
US07784791B2	Toy comprising an improved three-dimensional puzzle The invention relates to a toy comprising an improved three-dimensional puzzle, which essentially comprises a base body and a plurality of three-different types of elements which are mounted to the base body, whereby groups of elements can be rotated in order to form the desired toy. In this way, the elements of the toy can be controlled simply and conveniently, while optimum stability and strength are obtained.
US07784786B2	Image forming apparatus An image forming apparatus includes: an image forming section, provided in an apparatus body, for forming an image on a sheet; a sheet transport path for transporting the sheet to the image forming section; a closing member, openably and closably mounted to the apparatus body, for exposing the sheet transport path in an opened state thereof; a first guide unit and a second guide unit, disposed along the sheet transport path, for guiding the sheet, the first and the second guide units being operable to shift between a proximate position where the first and the second guide units are close to each other, and an away position where the first and the second guide units are away from each other; and a position shifting mechanism for shifting the position of the second guide unit in association with a shifting operation of the first guide unit.
US07784778B2	Stacker, post-finishing apparatus incorporating the stacker, and image forming system connected to the post-finishing apparatus A stacker, including a sheet stacking section which receives sheets and stacks the sheets, a stopping member which stops the top edge of the sheet and aligns the sheet, plural paddle-wheels which press against the sheet and convey the sheet to the stopping member, and a control section which controls the paddle-wheels to shift perpendicular to the sheet conveyance direction, to be arranged on both side edges of the sheets, and to press against the both side edges of the sheets.
US07784775B1	Intensified machinist vise An intensified machinist vise for supporting and holding work pieces during the machining thereof. The intensified machinist vise includes an elongate housing having a top and a bottom, and also having a first end and a second end, and also includes a first jaw being securely mounted upon the elongate housing, and further includes a second jaw being rotatably and adjustably mounted upon the elongate housing, and also includes a jaw support assembly for supporting the second jaw upon the elongate housing, and further includes an actuator assembly for moving the second jaw toward and away from said first jaw.
US07784764B2	Low-adhesion material, mold for molding resin using the same and contaminant adhesion preventing material A low-adhesion material containing a rare-earth element is formed as a layer or a film on a mold surface of a mold for molding a resin. A main component of the low-adhesion material is a rare-earth compound, and Y2O3 is used as an example. A content of the rare-earth compound in the low-adhesion material is not less than 40 percent by volume. Thereby, a mold for molding a resin having excellent releasability can be obtained.
US07784757B2	Tiltable wall mounts The invention relates to improvements in tiltable wall mounts, and in particular to a self-locking tiltable wall mount for a screen, such as a plasma display or television screen. The tiltable wall mount for a screen comprises wall attachment means for attaching the mount to a substantially vertical surface and screen attachment means for attaching a screen to the mount. The screen attachment means are pivotally connected at one end to one end of the wall attachment means. The wall mount also has a tilt mechanism interconnecting the mount and screen attachment means, said tilt mechanism comprising a locking device comprising at least one cam follower which is biased into abutment with a stepped cam surface projecting from the wall attachment means to prevent relative movement between the wall and screen attachment means. The locking device has means to release the cam follower from the cam surface when manual pressure is applied to enable the screen mount means to pivot and tilt relative to the wall mount means.
US07784742B2	Computer enclosure with light-emitting member bracket A bracket (100) for mounting a light-emitting member (50) to a computer enclosure, includes a first holding member (10) and a second holding member (30) connecting with the first holding member via a connecting arm which is capable of being fold to cause the first holding member to overlap and detachably engage with the second holding member to hold the light-emitting member (50) therebetween. Each of the first and second holding members forms a pair of hooks configured for engaging with the computer enclosure.
US07784741B2	Multi-mode unmanned and manned vehicle systems and methods An apparatus for converting a manned aircraft of a type including at least one pilot control capable of manipulation to affect operation of the aircraft for unmanned flight operations includes first and second actuators, each configured to selectively provide movement or resistance to movement in a first manner including linear or rotational motion, first and second clutches, each configured to selectively couple movement of the associated actuator to the pilot control, and a vehicle controller capable of being selectively enabled to operate the pilot control actuators and clutches and thereby provide unmanned operation of the aircraft, or of being disabled, thereby providing for manned operation of the aircraft. The first actuator has a first scope describing a first amount of allowable movement, while the second actuator has a second scope larger than the first scope.
US07784731B2	Transmission device for a twin-rotor helicopter A transmission device includes: a transmission shaft having first and second shaft sections and a gear mounting portion; a first tube sleeved rotatably on the first shaft section, and including a tube body and an annular portion; a second tube sleeved on the second shaft section; a plurality of first planetary bevel gears mounted rotatably on the gear mounting portion; a plurality of second planetary bevel gears mounted rotatably on the annular portion; a transmission gear disposed rotatably on the tube body and meshing with the first and second planetary bevel gears; a first output bevel gear disposed rotatably on the second tube and meshing with the first planetary bevel gears; and a second output bevel gear disposed rotatably on the tube body of the first tube and meshing with the second planetary bevel gears.
US07784724B2	Zero-backlash baitcast fishing reel with non-contact backlash sensing A fishing reel that employs a non-contact line sensor to capture images of the backlash zone of a baitcast fishing reel, together with image analysis and feedback to a direct contact spool brake, with the result of gradual to near-instantaneously halting spool rotation, thereby decreasing or preventing backlash under all fishing conditions while maximizing cast distance.
US07784723B2	Layered tape guide spool and alignment device and method A layered tape guide spool having a plurality of guide rods, each of which have a first and a second guide member. The gaps between adjacent guide rods and the gaps formed between the first and second guide members define a gap that urges the tape stacks together into a desirable rectangular shape. The resulting tape stacks are then wrapped onto a tubular core or onto existing layers on a tubular core.
US07784721B2	Spice grinding and dispensing device A spice grinding and dispensing device generally intended to be used for grinding one spice in a first portion and a second spice in the other portion. Each portion of the dual spice grinder includes a handle or trigger that activates an independent rasp mechanism. When the trigger is pressed, the rasp activated thereby moves down and forces ground spice through an opening. The pressure of the rasp against the inside of the bottom of the grinder breaks up the spice, and only spice that is properly sized can fit through the opening. Furthermore, the opening may be adjustable so that a user can create a coarse or finely ground spice.
US07784720B2	Shredder adapted to encourage the settling of shredded material therein and a method of shredding A shredder adapted to encourage the settling of shredded material therein and method of shredding material.
US07784716B2	Fuel injection valve and method for manufacturing swirler A valve seat 14 having an injection hole 14b is fixed at one end of a hollow valve main body 15, a valve body 12 slidably supported so as to be separated from and brought into contact with the valve seat 14 to open and close the injection hole 14b and a swirler 16 for surrounding the valve body 12 to slidably support the valve body 12 and for imparting a swirling motion to fuel flowing into the injection hole 14b are equipped, a swirling groove 16b in the swirler 16 includes a curvature part 16b3 in a groove outlet, and a sectional configuration of the swirling groove 16b is constituted so that the depth of the central part is larger than the depth of the end part.
US07784715B2	Cartridge and admixing apparatus for a manually operable apparatus for spraying water mixed with an additive A cartridge for an admixing arrangement of a manually operable arrangement for spraying a solvent, in particular water, into which an additive in the form of a liquid concentrate, such as a plant or crop protection agent, has been mixed, includes an outer cartridge housing; a pressure-sensitive inner container for accommodating the liquid concentrate; a mixing chamber, the mixing chamber having a device with a first outlet opening, for the concentrate or plant spray, an inlet opening, designed as a throttle, for the solvent or water, and a second outlet opening for the concentrate/solvent mixture.
US07784710B2	Delivery system for a medicament or well-being enhancing composition A delivery system for a medicament or well-being enhancing composition, comprising a flexible member, means for attaching the flexible member to fabric to form a pocket and an absorbent pad for impregnation with the medicament or well-being enhancing composition arranged such that when the flexible member is attached to a piece of fabric a pocket is formed shaped and sized such the pad may be received and held securely within the pocket but is removable therefrom. The fabric is typically part of a garment or bed-linen.
US07784707B2	Environmental condition monitoring of a container In an embodiment, the invention is directed to a device including an environmental condition sensor, a light sensor; and a control module. The control module associates a light intensity above a defined threshold with an open-door status of a container. In another embodiment, a device includes an environmental condition sensor, a rewriteable memory that stores environmental condition data from the environmental condition sensor, and a wireless communication module that transmits stored environmental condition data. Embodiments of the invention may be useful to provide techniques for monitoring environmental conditions within a container, such as a refrigerated trailer.
US07784703B2	Data tag with a position detection pattern A two-dimensional printed data tag for detection by an optical tag reader has a position detection pattern configured so that an optical tag reader can locate the tag. Data areas are located within the confines of the position detection pattern, the data areas containing encoded data.
US07784701B2	Electronic product price display system for installation in a retail environment and employing a plurality of electronic-ink display labels associated with a plurality of consumer products, for displaying price and/or promotional information remotely programmed using one or more activator modules installed within said retail environment An electronic product price display system for installation in a retail environment. The system includes a plurality of electronic-ink display labels, associated with a plurality of consumer products stored in the retail environment. One or more activation modules are provided within the retail environment, for providing instructions employed in the determination of graphical indicia to be displayed on the electronic-ink display labels. Each electronic-ink display label employs an addressable display assembly including a layer of electronic ink including a bi-stable non-volatile imaging material. The electronic-ink display label includes an integrated circuit structure having a storage element for storing instructions, programs and data, and a programmed processor in communication with storage element. A signal receiving structure receives electromagnetic signals from the activation module, using the antenna structure. The electronic-ink display label displays graphical indicia representing information relating to the price and/or promotional information for the associated consumer products.
US07784694B2	Reflective encoder with lens on code strip An encoder that includes a code strip and an emitter-detector module is disclosed. The code strip has alternating reflective and opaque stripes and an imaging element in contact with a surface of the code strip. The optical element directs light incident thereon to the code strip. The emitter-detector module includes a light source that generates light and directs a portion of the generated light to the imaging element. The emitter-detector module also includes a photodetector that generates a signal representing an intensity of light received by the photodetector. The imaging element images light reflected from the code strip onto the photodetector. The imaging element can include a lens having a planar surface in contact with the surface of the code strip. The imaging element can be structured such that the imaging element collimates light from the light source such that collimated light is incident on one of the reflective stripes.
US07784689B2	Radio frequency identification method and system of distributing products A method and system for vending products from a defined area, such as a micro-warehouse with a door. The method includes fitting each product with a radio frequency identification tag, positioning the plurality of products in a micro-warehouse, sensing opening and closing of the micro-warehouse door, scanning the plurality of products in the micro-warehouse upon sensing closing of the door to determine the number and type of products in the micro-warehouse, generating a message based on the number and type of products in the micro-warehouse, transmitting the message to a remote processor or server, and maintaining an inventory in the remote processor based on the message.The system is designed to be accessed by authorized individuals possessing some type of code or identifying mechanism. The micro-warehouses may be cabinets, refrigerators, secured rooms, or similar storage units or areas. Each micro-warehouse has an output device such as a light or display, a door, an antenna mounted on or in the micro-warehouse, and a controller coupled to the antenna. Using a signal from the antenna or other input device, the controller is operable to check the identity of the individual accessing the micro-warehouse. If the user is authorized, the controller opens the door and the user may remove products from the micro-warehouse. Once the user closes the door, the controller performs a scan of the products remaining in the micro-warehouse to determine the identity of each of the products. The controller then generates a message including the identity of each of the products, and sends that message to the server.
US07784688B2	System for tracking elements using tags A management system for tracking elements through steps and stages of a chain employing fixed tags permanently attached to elements that progress through the steps and stages. The elements are tracked by the fixed tags from an initial stage, through multiple work-in-process stages to a final stage of the chain. The fixed tags include radio-frequency (RF) communication units that have wireless communication with RF communicators in one or more of the stages of the supply chain. The wireless communications between the RF tags and the RF communicators operate with a tag communication protocol that defines the operations and sequences for storing information into and retrieval of information from tags. The hierarchy of data storage in RF tags, in RF communicators and otherwise in storage locations in the system is controlled to operate within the memory hierarchy.
US07784683B1	Systems and methods for automated benefit verification and application Systems and methods for providing automated benefit verification and application are described. The apparatus may include a receiving module to receive a transaction, a transaction processing module to process the transaction and parse a unique identifier, a verification module to verify eligibility for a benefit and a data store to store a plurality of unique identifiers. The method may comprise receiving a credit card transaction, determining if a unique identifier contained within the transaction matches one of a stored listing and prompting a user to accept a benefit if the unique identifier matches one of the stored listing. The method may, alternatively, comprise processing a payment device, determining if the user is entitled to a benefit based on information contained within the payment device, prompting the user to accept or decline the benefit and providing the benefit if accepted.
US07784679B2	Product information and advertising system A point of sale advertising device that includes a display mechanism with a first screen and a second screen and the screens are facing in substantially different directions. The device also includes a display controller in communication with the screens, the display controller adapted to receive a price message and a timing instruction, to store the price message and timing instruction, and to transfer the price message to the first screen and second screen for display on the first screen and the second screen for a time period indicated by the stored timing instruction. The device also includes a price control switch in communication with the display controller, the price control switch being adapted to be actuated manually, and when actuated, prevents the price message from being displayed on the first screen and the second screen.
US07784673B2	Rotational fill techniques for injection molding of solder A system and method for injection molding conductive bonding material into a plurality of cavities in a non-rectangular mold is disclosed. The method comprises aligning a fill head with a non-rectangular mold. The non-rectangular mold includes a plurality of cavities. The fill head is placed in substantial contact with the non-rectangular mold. Rotational motion is provided to at least one of the non-rectangular mold and the fill head while the fill head is in substantial contact with the non-rectangular mold. Conductive bonding material is forced out of the fill head toward the non-rectangular mold. The conductive bonding material is provided into at least one cavity of the plurality of cavities contemporaneous with the at least one cavity being in proximity to the fill head.
US07784659B2	Accessory facilitating manual dispensing of toilet paper The invention is an accessory facilitating manual, sanitary dispensing of toilet paper from a dispenser rotatably holding a toilet paper roll, the accessory including front and back guide-members defining a paper-movement channel therebetween and having access openings allowing manual engagement of paper in the channel, a paper-detaching edge at the lower end of the guide members, and a dispenser-attaching device at the upper end of the guide-members. In another form, the invention is a complete dispenser incorporating similar apparatus.
US07784654B1	Collapsible travel hanger A collapsible clothes hanger particularly for use while traveling comprises upper and lower segments of a triangular-shaped hanger hingedly attached thereto each other with a hinge. This hinge allows the hanger to fold in half to a collapsed state. Because the hanger apparatus conveniently fits in a suitcase, it is ideal for travel. To unfold to a deployed state, the lower segment is opened and locked in place. An alternate embodiment is adapted to accept multiple articles of clothing.
US07784652B2	Dispensing valve with hydraulic hammer resistance A fluid dispensing valve is provided with a peripheral mounting portion and a connecting sleeve connecting the peripheral mounting portion with a head which defines a dispensing orifice. The valve head includes a central inner surface portion that bulges axially inwardly to project from a radially outer surface portion.
US07784635B2	Container and lid with multiple chambers Apparatus and methods are disclosed for improved containers and lids, and combinations thereof. Multiple compartments are provided in a container, one of which can be formed as the container's handle. The lid incorporates a plurality of hinged openings situated on the periphery of the cover, and the container includes a molded unitary body plastic container comprised of at least two chambers or compartments. The lid openings can be located strategically over or adjacent the container chambers/compartments, to provide independent access thereto. The compartments or chambers within the container separate the contents thereof, while multiple hinged openings may allow access to individual or multiple chambers or compartments within the container. Tamper evidencing structures in conjunction with detents or engagement structures may hold the lid and container openings in the desired relationship during shipping, handling, storage, and/or use. Related methods are disclosed.
US07784633B2	Container and lid and related method A device used to aid in the opening of a container that further protects against the inadvertent opening of the container, as well as provides greater hoop strength when compared to similar containers for use in, among other things, the containment, storage, transport and/or handling of a material, is described herein.
US07784629B2	Composite closure A composite closure includes a band and an insert disk. A contact surface urges downwardly against the disk even while the band moves longitudinally relative to the disk or container. The closure has a fully tightened position in which the band's ring contacts the disk's annular channel, a loose position in which the ring is spaced apart from the annular channel, and an intermediate tightened position in which the ring is spaced apart from the disk and the contact surface urges against the curl. Another composite closure includes plural fins or gussets. The fins or gussets engage the peripheral curl of the insert disk to secure the band to the disk, which provides a resistance to initial unscrewing of the band. The disengagement torque required to disengage the curl from the fins may enable the closure to function as a one-piece closure.
US07784616B2	Dispenser for progestin used for acute maintenance treatment of DUB A dispenser including a first dispensing portion including one group of storage units for each of ten to twenty-eight days, and a second dispensing portion, including at least one storage unit for each of seventeen to thirty days. In the first dispensing portion, a first set includes a group of four storage units for each day, a second set includes a group of three storage units for each day, and a third set includes a group of two storage units for each day. The first dispensing portion contain a progestin. In the second dispensing portion, the first fourteen storage units contain a placebo and the remaining storage units contain a progestin. First and second dispensing portions may be provided as separate dispensing packs, or as a multi-pack of second dispensing portions. The dispenser is useful for treatment of acute episodes of dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) and maintenance treatment for preventing future episodes of DUB.
US07784615B2	Nestable and stackable container for the transport of heavy baked items A container for containing and transporting baked goods includes a front wall, left side wall, rear wall and a right side wall, wherein each of the walls is substantially orthogonal to a base. The base includes a substantially flat, smooth upper surface. Integrally formed as part of and rising from the base are a plurality of base projections, each with a plurality of sloped curved wall surfaces. There are at least two stacking feet per wall of the container. The container further includes 180° stacking recesses located on a rim that surrounds the container and that substantially prevent an upper container from shifting or sliding when stacked in a 180° stacking orientation, preferably for the transportation of baked goods. Each of the recesses further comprises a “U” or “[” shaped projection to interface and retain the stacking feet of an upper container when stacked in the 180° stacking orientation.
US07784606B2	Belt conveyor transporting containers used in semiconductor fabrication A conveyor and conveyor system is defined for moving a container used to hold semiconductor wafers. The conveyor includes a first belt having a first support surface for movably supporting the container and a second belt having a second support surface for movably supporting the container. The first belt and the second belt each have a raised guide. The conveyor further includes a drive assembly for moving at least the first belt and causing the container to move over the first and second belts when placed on the first and second support surfaces. Methods for making the conveyor and operating the conveyor are also defined herein.
US07784596B2	Hanging chute A hanging chute with a rib cage is described. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, a chute constructed from flexible wear material with a rib cage to reinforce the chute. In particular, several ribs are dispersed throughout the length of the flexible sheet for support. A flexible sheet has a reinforced edge with varying thicknesses to accommodate different weight loads and abrasive conditions. Furthermore, the chute has interlocking edges for ease of constructing long lengths from a series of shorter sections. These shorter sections are easier to transport to a processing plant or other site where the chute is to be installed. Preferably the chute is easily maintainable and can incorporate wear inserts for additional wear resistance.
US07784595B2	Integrated clutch assembly damper arrangement A clutch assembly and damper arrangement is provided that includes a driver hub and a driven element coupled to the driver hub by a compliance element. A clutch is provided that is selectively engageable to the driven element. The clutch has a housing supporting the compliance element and is torsionally unitary with the driven element.
US07784594B2	Brake pad assembly for a bicycle disc brake Disclosed herein is a brake pad assembly for a disc brake on a bicycle, the brake pad assembly comprising a brake friction pad and a back plate. The back plate includes a first layer deposited onto the brake friction pad and a second layer deposited onto the first layer. The first layer is made of an aluminum alloy and the second layer is made of a stainless steel.
US07784572B2	Drive unit for an industrial truck A drive unit (1) for an industrial truck comprises a drive motor (2), an electronic steering mechanism (3) being arranged at the periphery thereof. In this way, the drive unit (1) is configured such that it is simpler to assemble and more reliable to operate due to less wiring.
US07784568B2	Method and apparatus for controlling tracked vehicles Apparatus for controlling a track on a tracked vehicle may comprise a drive system, a clutch, a brake, and a track control system to operate the clutch and the brake. A control signal generator operatively associated with the track control system produces control signals that vary at a first rate to cause the track control system to transition the clutch from an engaged state to a disengaged state and produces control signals that vary at a second rate to cause the track control system to transition the brake from an initial application state to a full application state, the second rate being less than the first rate.
US07784567B2	Earth-boring rotary drill bits including bit bodies comprising reinforced titanium or titanium-based alloy matrix materials, and methods for forming such bits Earth-boring rotary drill bits include bit bodies comprising a composite material including a plurality of hard phase regions or particles dispersed throughout a titanium or titanium-based alloy matrix material. The bits further include a cutting structure disposed on a face of the bit body. In some embodiments, the bit bodies may include a plurality of regions having differing material compositions. For example, the bit bodies may include a first region comprising a plurality of hard phase regions or particles dispersed throughout a titanium or titanium-based alloy matrix material, and a second region comprising a titanium or a titanium-based alloy material. Methods for forming such drill bits include at least partially sintering a plurality of hard particles and a plurality of particles comprising titanium or a titanium-based alloy material to form a bit body comprising a particle-matrix composite material. A shank may be attached directly to the bit body.
US07784561B2	Ground drilling hammer and the driving method Disclosed herein is a pneumatic operated hammer for rock drilling, the hammer comprising a cylindrical casing, a back head mounted at an upper portion of the casing, a check valve for opening/closing a compressed air passageway in the casing, a guide for supporting the check valve, a piston adapted to ascend and descend with compressed air in the casing, and a button bit for performing a drilling work through the striking of the piston. The piston is extended to a certain length to conform to the work condition of the pneumatic hammer to thereby prevent a water back-flow phenomenon in which underground water, etc., is introduced into the drilling equipment during the drilling work, compressed air passageways and variable compressed air chambers are formed between the piston and the casing so that when the piston ascends by the compressed air, it abruptly ascends at a load-free state, and the piston has axial portions with a reference diameter and different outer diameters so that it is possible to manufacture a hammer bit having a plurality of variable compressed air chambers formed between the casing the piston to fit for the work capacity. The piston ascended in a load-free state strikes the button bit with its rapid and strong striking force produced by the compressed air supplied from the variable chambers while abruptly descending to thereby perform the drilling work.
US07784551B2	Tubular handling device A device for handling well pipe includes a mandrel including an upper end, a lower end and a long axis extending between through the upper end and the lower end. The mandrel secures to a top drive of a drilling rig. A threaded collar is located on an outer surface of the mandrel to loosely engage threads of a well pipe. An annular force generating assembly is carried on the mandrel and positioned between the upper end and the threaded collar. The force generating assembly applies a load to an upper end of the well pipe along the long axis, enabling torque to be transmitted between the threaded collar and the well pipe. The force generating assembly may be cams or a hydraulic piston.
US07784549B2	Self-propelled swabbing device and method A self-propelled swabbing device and method for use in removing liquid to surface from within an installed wellbore casing. The device includes a longitudinally extending plunger sized to fit within said wellbore casing, and having an internal surface defining an internal flow passage extending longitudinally therethrough; a seal between said plunger and said wellbore casing; a valve stem including a valve operative to be shuttled between an opened position and a closed position to seal said internal flow passage, said valve stem extending longitudinally through said plunger to form a piston and sealed chamber maintained at a pressure below that desired for closing said valve; a biaser for biasing said valve in said opened position until a set pressure is reached, whereby said valve is shuttled to said closed position and flow through said internal flow passage is stopped; and a snap-closed device and a snap-open device for ensuring that said valve within said internal flow passage is either fully opened or fully closed until the set pressure is reached.
US07784546B2	Tension lift frame used as a jacking frame An offshore oil well drilling assembly is provided that includes an offshore platform; and a tension lift frame, which supports a coiled tubing injector and a blow out preventer connected thereto and for further connection to a wellhead, wherein the tension lift frame is a free standing assembly that is supported by the platform.
US07784540B2	Method for recovering oil from an oil reservoir There is a method for enhancing the recovery of oil from a reservoir. The method has the step of a) introducing a flooding fluid into the reservoir and b) extracting the oil through a wellbore at a location different than the point of introduction of the flooding fluid into the reservoir. The flooding fluid has water and an amount of one or more non-polymeric viscoelastic surfactants sufficient to provide an interfacial surface tension of about 1 mNm or less and a viscosity of about 10 cps or more. The one or more surfactants is selected from the group of one or more cationic surfactants, one or more zwitterionic surfactants, one or more amphoteric surfactants, one or more anionic surfactants, and combinations thereof.
US07784539B2	Hydrocarbon recovery testing method A method of testing the response of a subterranean formation to a formation treatment is described including the injection of a treatment fluid and the production of formation fluids from two separate boreholes or two boreholes from a single well such that the treatment fluid sweeps the formation between the two boreholes, and the use of downhole monitoring devices to determine a volume swept by the treatment fluid.
US07784534B2	Sealed drive for a rotating sucker rod A drive assembly for powering a rotating rod string (14) passing through a surface wellhead (18) includes a torque conveying housing (32) containing a radially outer member supporting a plurality of outer member magnets and rotated by a motor. A radially inner member (48) supports a plurality of inner member magnets and is rotatable within the outer member, with magnetic forces between the plurality of outer member magnets and the plurality of inner member magnets rotating the inner member magnets and thus the radially inner member.
US07784532B2	Shunt tube flowpaths extending through swellable packers Shunt tube flowpaths extending through swellable packers. A well system includes a packer assembly including a base pipe and an annular seal element which is swellable in response to contact with a selected fluid, and a shunt tube flowpath extending through the seal element for delivery of a slurry in a gravel packing operation. A swellable packer assembly includes a base pipe; a swellable annular seal element having a shunt tube flowpath extending through a swellable material; and a valve connected to the flowpath and positioned within the swellable material. Another well system comprises a packer assembly including a base pipe and an annular seal element which is swellable in response to contact with a selected fluid; a shunt tube flowpath extending through a swellable material of the seal element; and a connection between the flowpath and a shunt tube assembly, the connection being positioned within the swellable material.
US07784530B2	Heat exchanger In manufacture of a heat exchanger, heat exchange tubes, fins, and header section bodies are arrange in an assembled condition. Projection pieces provided on caps of header sections are fitted into corresponding slits formed in side plates, thereby engaging end portions of the side plates with the caps. In this condition, the caps are arranged in such a manner as to bridge end portions of the header section bodies, and the side plates are arranged on the outer sides of the leftmost and rightmost fins. The heat exchange tubes and the fins, the heat exchange tubes and the header section bodies, the header section bodies and the caps, the side plates and the caps, and the side plates and the fins are respectively brazed together simultaneously. This method enables the side plates to be accurately arranged at respectively predetermined positions.
US07784525B1	Economical methods and injection apparatus for high pressure die casting process A method of and an apparatus for high pressure die casting are disclosed. The method uses a die casting apparatus which comprises a group of three plungers for casting metal. The two of which, injection plunger 1 and assistant plunger 3, are used to reduce metal loading time and reduce entrapped gases in die casting during a fast injection stage. By moving into injection sleeve 2, the assistant plunger separates the mold cavity 11 from the space defined by assistant plunger 3, injection sleeve 2, and injection plunger 1. The flow power device for moving said assistant plunger 3 is mounded on a back plate 8. A third plunger, the intensification plunger 12, is used to squeeze casting as soon as the injection plunger advances to a position in which the runner is separated from the closed space. This separated injection and intensification systems eliminates slow shot speed and fast shot deceleration stages and can use a position-limiting switch to start intensification which eliminates the need for a complex hydraulic valve system.
US07784520B2	Garage mechanism protector The safety shield is formed of an elongate L-shaped rail shield engaged to a vertical surface adjacent a vertical rail located within the interior of a garage door. An L-shaped panel shield is engaged to the interior of each garage door panel proximate to the vertical rail. The L-shaped panel shield is on the opposite side of the rail relative to the L-shaped rail shield. A generally U-shaped end covering shield may be integral or engaged to said L-shaped rail shield, where the L-shaped panel shields are positioned interior to the panel shield face side of the U-shaped end covering shield.
US07784519B2	Tyre fitting machine A tire fitting machine having a wheel mounting means 1 which is mounted rotatably about a vertical axis 5 and to which a wheel rim 6 is to be fixed when fitting or removing a tire, wherein the wheel rim 6 rests on a support surface 2 of the wheel mounting means 1, the support surface extending perpendicularly to the axis 6, wherein the support surface 2 is displaceable along the axis 5 and is fixable in a plurality of positions.
US07784510B2	Heavy duty tire having cap and base rubber layers, belt cushion rubber and sidewall rubber A heavy duty tire having both an excellent wear resistance and a low rolling resistance and comprising a tread rubber having a two layer structure composed of a cap rubber layer 2Gb and a base rubber layer 2Ga underlying the cap layer, wherein the tread rubber extends axially outward from the tire equator and is bent at its edges to extend radially downward so that the cap layer is located axially outward of the base layer, and a pair of sidewall rubbers are disposed so that the radially outer end portion of each sidewall rubber covers the surface of the axially outer end of the tread rubber.
US07784509B2	Pneumatic tire A pneumatic tire comprises a tread portion provided with axial grooves opened at a tread edge and a circumferential groove adjacent to the tread edge, wherein each of the axial grooves is provided between the circumferential groove and tread edge with a thin partition wall to prevent noise sound emission without deteriorating wet performance.
US07784508B2	Wear indicator for a tire A tire tread comprising a rolling surface and at least one wear indicator formed by at least one cavity which opens onto the rolling surface, wherein the geometrical shape of the trace of the cavity on the rolling surface changes as a function of the wear level of the tread and wherein the geometrical shape of said trace is an analogical expression of the tread's wear level.
US07784507B2	Router with improved safety system A router is described for cutting workpieces with router bits. The router includes a safety system configured to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and a router bit. The safety system includes a reaction subsystem configured to perform one or more predetermined actions in the event a dangerous condition is detected. In one embodiment, the safety system is configured to detect accidental contact between a person and the router bit, and then at least partially retract the router bit the person.
US07784504B2	Adapters for use with an anesthetic vaporizer Adapters are provided for establishing fluid communication between an anesthetic agent container and an anesthetic vaporizer having a fluid port. The adapter may be mountable on the vaporizer to cooperate with the spout of an anesthetic agent container or may be mountable on an anesthetic agent container to cooperate with the fluid port of an anesthetic vaporizer to provide a sealing and/or retaining relationship therebetween.
US07784495B2	Microfluidic bubble logic devices An all fluid-based no-moving part micro-mechanical logic family of microfluidic bubble logic devices is constructed from complex sequences of microfluidic channels, microfluidic bubble modulators for programming the devices, and microfluidic droplet/bubble memory elements for chemical storage and retrieval. The input is a sequence of bubbles/droplets encoding information, with the output being another sequence of bubbles/droplets. For performing a set of reactions/tasks, the modulators program the device by producing a precisely timed sequence of bubbles/droplets, resulting in a cascade of logic operations within the microfluidic channel sequence, utilizing the generated bubbles as a control. The devices are based on the principle of minimum energy interfaces formed between the two fluid phases enclosed inside precise channel geometries. Various devices, including logic gates, non-volatile bistable memory, shift registers, multiplexers, and ring oscillators have been designed and fabricated.
US07784491B2	Cover on power steering reservoir assembly A reservoir assembly of a power steering system includes a reservoir tank defining a tank chamber for holding a power steering fluid and an opening fluidly connected to the tank chamber for allowing power steering fluid to be added to the tank chamber. A breathable cap covers the opening and limits passage of power steering fluid thereby. The breathable cap allows airflow between the tank chamber and ambient. A cover is disposed over the breathable cap for preventing contaminants from entering the tank chamber through the breathable cap. The cover includes a disc section and a skirt depending axially from the disc section. The disc section and skirt cover the breathable cap. Legs protrude radially inwardly from the skirt. The legs include a first leg and a second leg which extends radially inwardly a greater amount than the first leg.
US07784490B1	Valve monitoring and controlling system A valve monitoring system including at least one valve having a movable handle with an activator therein mounted adjacent to a support panel on which are disposed a plurality of sensor devices responsive to the activator and a separate indicator panel for displaying the position of the valve handle. The activator at the handle and the sensor devices interact to selectively indicate operational conditions of the valve. In addition, a motor can be used to move the handle, and reconfigure the valve, as desired.
US07784489B2	Check valve for a self-priming pump A check valve of the flapper type structured for use in a self-primer pump is structured for attachment to the pump casing in a manner that facilitates servicing of the check valve, and includes securement means that are positioned external to the casing and a flapper that is located through an opening of the casing in a manner that enables the servicing of the valve without dropping the flapper or the hardware into the interior of the pump.
US07784477B2	Automated non-contact cleaning The disclosed system, device and method for automated non-contact cleaning of hardware articles generally includes: a cleaning chamber configured to at least partially enclose the hardware article to be cleaned; a plurality of nozzles configured to spray a sublimating agent on the hardware article; an air inlet configured to purge the chamber with a gas; and an air outlet configured to exhaust the purge gas, contaminants and sublimating agent from the chamber. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise optionally modified to realize improved non-contact cleaning function.
US07784476B2	Portable conveyor cleaning assembly A portable conveyor cleaning assembly with adjustable first and second end assemblies selectively mountable on respective sides of different width conveyors. A carriage is movable reciprocally over the conveyor to direct a cleaning fluid onto the conveyor, with the degree of reciprocal movement being adjustable to suit a particular conveyor.
US07784475B2	High pressure arch for a vehicle wash system A vehicle treatment apparatus for a vehicle cleaning system includes a frame structure having a pair of vertical side supports that are secured to the ground and are spaced apart from one another. The pair of vertical side supports have a generally horizontal treatment member extending therebetween. The horizontal treatment member has a first end and a second end and is configured to communicate with a vehicle that passes thereunder. Each of the pair of vertical side supports include a retention mechanism formed therein for engaging a respective one of the first end and the second end of the generally horizontal treatment member. The generally horizontal treatment member is in communication with a controller to allow substantially vertical movement within each of the retention mechanism from a home position to at least one lower position where it communicates with the vehicle. The generally horizontal treatment member is in communication with a sensor to monitor application of a force thereto. If the force applied to the generally horizontal treatment member is greater than a predetermined minimum acceptable force, the generally horizontal treatment member moves vertically upward to the home position and automatically repositions the end in the event the force applied to the horizontal treatment member is sufficient to dislodge the ends from their retention mechanism.
US07784465B2	Laryngeal mask vent clip and method of use A laryngeal mask includes an airway conduit, and a mask connected to the airway conduit, the mask that includes an inflatable portion. An inflation lumen is coupled to the inflatable portion of the mask as well as an inflation valve. The inflation valve includes an exterior housing that has an exit aperture and a stem that is movable between an open position and a closed position. A vent clip is removably coupled to the inflation valve and includes a body portion, an exterior housing interface portion extending from the body portion and a finger extending from the body portion. The exterior housing interface portion includes a gripping surface which is formed to contact at least an approximately 90 degree portion of the inflation valve exterior housing and the finger maintains the inflation valve in an open position.
US07784459B2	Semi-automatic emergency medication dose nebulizer A conventional respiratory nebulizer has an emergency medication dose storage system conveniently useable in an emergency to deliver the stored medication dose directly to the nebulizing chamber quickly, reliably, and with a single impulse of manual force to a simple mechanical delivery system, thereby making the nebulizer useable in two steps: (a) opening the medication capsule with a simple opening action; and (b) inhaling the nebulized medication. The nebulizer can be operated without disassembling the nebulizer housing so as to expose the nebulizing chamber and without manually opening the liquid medication container and, without spillage and without manual pouring of the liquid medication directly into the nebulizing chamber, and without reassembling the nebulizer housing before positioning the inhaler mouthpiece in the mouth so as to inhale the nebulized medication.
US07784455B1	Reusable pellet shooting grenade The present invention is an improved grenade which launches a plurality of pellet projectiles. The grenade includes a housing containing at least one spiral launch tube, said launch tube having a breech end and a muzzle end. A plurality of projectiles are loaded in the launch tube between the breech and muzzle ends. The grenade includes a gas reservoir for storing a compressed gas coupled to the breech end of the launch tube. A valve is interposed between the reservoir and the breech end of the launch tube for controlling the flow of compressed gas from the reservoir to the breech end of the launch tube. The valve is moveable between a closed state and an open state wherein said compressed gas enters the breech end of the launch tube to propel the projectiles from the muzzle end, the valve being biased towards its open state. The grenade also includes a trigger mechanism coupled to the valve, the trigger mechanism operating between a locked state wherein the trigger mechanism holds the valve in its closed state and an unlocked state wherein the valve is free to move into its open state.
US07784444B2	Actuating drive for actuating a fuel injection valve A protective cover for an actuating drive, that can be used as universally as possible, for components (14, 16) of a contacting and/or sealing arrangement of the actuating drive. The sealing arrangement is embodied in a liquid-tight but gas-permeable manner and ends in a cavity on the outer side, the cavity being covered by a cover (28) held on the actuating drive by means of a catch connection (30, 32).
US07784442B2	Turbocharged engine cylinder head internal cooling An engine cylinder head has an exhaust manifold cast in the cylinder head. A turbocharger with a turbine body is adapted to mount directly to an exhaust outlet mounting face of the exhaust manifold. A dual level water jacket within the cylinder head has separate coolant feeds for upper and lower cooling jackets. The cooling jackets extend above and below the exhaust outlet and are connected inward of the exhaust mounting face to reduce metal temperatures of the mounting face below those of the turbocharger exhaust inlet flange. Separate cores for the upper and lower jackets are connected at coolant inlet and outlet locations at opposite ends. Intermediate core print connectors form controlled flow passages between the upper and lower jackets and exhaust ports in the cylinder head and integrated manifold. The improved cooling in these areas lowers operating temperatures in the cylinder head and obviates the need for a separate exhaust manifold.
US07784440B2	Combustion engine with a priming pump A combustion engine includes a carburetor, which is a fuel supply device for introducing fuel into an intake air of the engine, and a fan housing for enclosing a cooling fan mounted on a front end portion of a crankshaft. The fan housing is formed with a flange so as to extend towards a position proximate to the carburetor, and a manually operable priming pump is fitted to the flange.
US07784429B2	Contoured specimen holder for imaging machines A low cost specimen holder for accurately positioning an animal or other specimen in an imaging machine is constructed from two thin sheets of formed plastic. Each sheet can be formed with a half cavity corresponding to the size and shape of a rodent or other laboratory animal or specimen. To minimize diffraction of imaging beams, one of the sheets can be formed to accommodate the entire specimen, and the other sheet can be substantially planar. The two sheets may be snap-fit or press-fit together to closely hold or encapsulate a specimen with the resulting cavity.
US07784426B2	Plasma reactor for the treatment of large size substrates A radiofrequency plasma reactor with first and second spaced electrodes has a concave surface facing a substrate supporting surface. A process area between the electrodes has a gas inlet for a process gas. A radiofrequency generator for frequencies greater than 13.56 MHz is connected to an electrode for generating a plasma discharge in and a gas outlet evacuates process gas. A dielectric layer has a convex surface engaging the concave electrode surface and an opposite planar surface. The substrate supporting surface receives a substrate of at least 0.7 m and defines a boundary of the process area to be exposed to the plasma. The dielectric layer is electrically in series with the substrate and plasma discharge and has capacitance per unit surface values which are not uniform for a distribution profile to compensate process non-uniformity along the working surface.
US07784424B2	Heated towel dispenser A heated towel dispenser includes a roll of a semi-absorptive medium that can be readily separated into individual sheets. The dispenser includes one or more different fluids to be applied to each of the sheets as directed by a user. The dispenser includes a heating element therein to heat each of the sheets prior to them being emitted from the dispenser. A plurality of sensors are disposed in the dispenser to monitor conditions within the dispenser.
US07784419B2	Floating dock structure A floating dock structure is comprised of a pair of single-piece side rails secured together in spaced-apart substantially parallel relationship by a plurality of single-piece cross-members connected between the side rails to a lower tubular portion thereof. The side rails are hollow, tubular aluminum extruded side rails defining a top wall, an exterior side wall, a bottom wall and an interior side wall spaced inwardly from the exterior side wall. Elongated deck support stringers are secured in spaced-apart relationship on a top wall of the cross-members. Decking floor members are supported by the deck support stringers elevated from the top face of the cross-members a distance of up to about five inches (5 inches) to create underfloor passages adapted for the passage of conduits and services material. Floatation support casings are secured under the cross-members.
US07784415B2	Solid fuel burner-gasifier methods and apparatus A method and apparatus for delivery of a solid particulate fuel to a heating system. The present invention provides a lock-up transport system to deliver particles of solid fuel in a downstream direction while maintaining the position of the particles relative to each other. The lock-up transport system provides a linear mass flow through the gasification stages of the fuel.
US07784414B1	Shelving system A shelving system includes a primary panel having a top side, a bottom side, a back edge, a front edge, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. The bottom side includes a plurality of guides. Each of a pair of secondary panels has an upper surface and a lower surface. A plurality of engaging members is attached to the upper surfaces of the secondary panels. The guides receive the engaging members and slidably couple the secondary panels to the primary panel. The secondary panels each have an inner edge and an outer edge. The outer edges are aligned with a respective one of the first or second lateral edges to define a stored position. The outer edges are extended outwardly from the primary panel to define an extended position. Each of the secondary panels has one of a pair of supports attached thereto.
US07784409B2	Drag reducing devices for stacked intermodal rail cars Disclosed is a series of stacked intermodal containers, being pulled by a locomotive of a train, with aerodynamic drag reducing devices. The series includes at least a first, leading set of containers and a second, trailing set of containers. The first, leading set of containers has an aerodynamic drag reducing device with a drag reducing fairing and an attachment frame attached thereto facing a forward direction. The attachment frame includes at least one mounting device configured to be removably mounted in the tunnel of the top container of the first, leading set of containers. Additionally, the second, trailing set of containers may include a second, aerodynamic drag reducing device. Curtains may also be attached between a plurality of intermediate or adjacent sets of stacked containers to assist in reducing drag on the train when moving.
US07784408B2	Ride A ride in particular for amusement parks, comprising: a drive track, comprising a guide device (3) for guiding at least one vehicle (2) along said guide device (3) in a movement direction (v); at least one vehicle (2), comprising a normal vector (n), fixated relative to the vehicle (2) and oriented perpendicular to the movement direction (v); and a drive pattern (1), comprising at least a first track section (5, 6), comprising an incline/decline, and a second track section (8, 9), comprising an incline/decline, comprising a prefix, which is inverse to the prefix of the incline/decline of the first track section (6, 7), wherein the first track section (6, 7) and the second track section (8, 9) are connected amongst one another, forming at least a partial section of a loop, wherein the guide device (3) is configured, so that the normal vector (n) in the first track section (6, 7) is rotated from an orientation to the outside or to the inside with reference to the loop at the entry into the first track section (6, 7) through a rotation of the normal vector (n) about an axis parallel to the movement direction (v) into an orientation to the inside or the outside, and the normal vector (n) in the second track section (8, 9) is rotated from the orientation to the inside or to the outside back to an orientation to the outside or to the inside, wherein the guide device (3) is furthermore configured, so that the normal vector (n) of the vehicle (2), when passing through the drive pattern (1), is not oriented upward, so that the vehicle does not assume an overhead position at any location in the drive pattern (1).
US07784403B2	Optically doped energetic igniter charge The invention relates to an energetic igniter charge consisting of a mixture of at least one secondary explosive and an optical doping material in powder form. In accordance with the invention, the optical doping material is a metal. The energetic igniter charge can be used in a detonator as well as in an igniter.
US07784382B2	Adjustable wrench An adjustable wrench includes a body with a first jaw fixed to the body, and a second jaw movable relative to the first jaw. A lever mechanism is coupled to the body and the second jaw to effect motion of the second jaw relative to the first jaw. The wrench also includes a locking mechanism having a free state in which the first and second jaws move relative to each other, and a locking state in which the first and second jaws are locked from movement away from each other. The locking mechanism changes from the free state to the locking state after an object is gripped between the first and second jaws. The locking mechanism includes a pawl coupled with the lever mechanism, the pawl being arranged to move linearly into engagement with the body when the locking mechanism changes from the free state to the locking state.
US07784376B2	Bicycle cable assembly A bicycle cable assembly mainly includes an external protection tube composed of several hollow sleeves hooking together. Hooks and engaging edges of the sleeves hook together so that the external protection tube is formed and can be properly adjusted according to a length of a cable and a special position by increasing or decreasing the number of sleeves. Also, the hook hooking the engaging edge can prevent the external protection tube from being arbitrarily disassembled by others. Also, it is possible to effectively prevent an inner protection tube from exposing to the outside and thus being damaged. Thus, a protection layer can be indirectly added to the bicycle cable assembly.
US07784370B2	Powdery/granular material flowability evaluation apparatus and method A powdery/granular material flowability evaluation apparatus and a powdery/granular material flowability evaluation method are provided to evaluate the flowability of a powdery/granular material in a dynamic state of the powdery/granular material. The powdery/granular material flowability evaluation apparatus (A) has a hopper (111) for storing a powdery/granular material to be measured, a vertical tube (11) having a flow-in port (1121) connected with a discharge port (1112) of the hopper (111) through which the powdery/granular material is discharged, a vibrator (2) for giving vibration to the tube (11), a laser vibrometer (3) for measuring the amplitude of the tube (11), an electric balance (4) for measuring the weight of the powdery/granular material fallen through the tube 11 from the hopper (111), and an evaluation value calculating section (512) for calculating an evaluation value evaluating the flowability of the powdery/granular material based on the measured amplitude and weight.
US07784369B2	Inspection device for headrest return prevention mechanism An inspection device 1 is provided to inspect a headrest return prevention mechanism 50 that prevents return of a headrest at a position supporting the head of a seated person by moving forward at a rear collision. The headrest return prevention mechanism 50 is provided with a bracket 52 and an engagement piece 51 which can return to a normal position again after being displaced from the normal position to a fixed position. The inspection device 1 comprises a base 11, a clamp mechanism 12 that fixes the bracket 52 to the base 11, a load applying mechanism 13 that applies a load to the engagement piece 51 so as to displace it from the normal position to the fixed position, a displacement sensor 14 that measures the fixed position when the engagement piece 51 is displaced from the normal position to the fixed position, and a computer 15 that determines whether the engagement piece 51 has been displaced to a predetermined fixed position or not based on the fixed position measured by the displacement sensor 14. Thus, a defective product that is not displaced to the predetermined fixed position can be appropriately determined.
US07784365B2	Short stroke magnetic position sensor, in particular for measuring a steering column twist A position sensor, which can detect a steering column twist of a first magnetic rotoric structure including a plurality of radially oriented magnets and a second statoric structure including two concentric gear rings extended by radially oriented teeth. The rotoric structure is substantially disc-shaped and includes a ferromagnetic head supporting the plurality of magnets, the statoric structures are provided with interleaving teeth and the position sensor includes a third collector structure including two flow closing parts, one of which is fixed, and which define at least one air gap in which at least one magnetosensitive element is arranged.
US07784364B2	Optical sensor for measurement of static and dynamic torque An optical static and dynamic torque sensor provides a measurement of torque, torque angle, shaft speed or shaft direction by optically detecting the overlapped position of spatially arranged apertures on discs attached to input and output ends of a flexure as torque is applied to the flexure.
US07784362B2	Two dimensional load distribution center position detection sensor and two dimensional load distribution center position detection device For manufacturing a sensor covering a free-form surface, detection elements in which the electric resistance between a first electrode and a second electrode varies when a load is acted on, and cables 12 connecting the adjoining detection elements are provided. Each cable 12 connects a first electrode 21 of a first detection element 11-(i, j) to a first electrode 21 of a second detection element 11-(i+1, j) via first resistances 32-1 to 32-4, and connects a second electrode 22 of the first detection element 11-(i, j) to a second electrode of the second detection element 11-(i+1, j) via second resistances 32-5 to 32-8. The cables 12 can be deformed. The two dimensional load distribution center position detection sensor 2 can cover a free-formed surface. This sensor is easy to manufacture because an elaborate sheet-shaped resistor is not needed.
US07784354B2	Moveable working device with supporting extension arms The invention relates to a moveable working device, particularly an auto concrete pump, comprising an undercarriage (10) provided with two front and two rear supporting extension arms (22,24) which can be extended from a travel position into at least one support position, which can be supported on a foundation (36) and which are respectively provided with a supporting leg (28), also provided with a respective measuring member (38) for determining the support load acting upon the supporting legs (28). If the telescopic supporting legs (28) with the telescopic member (30) fixed to the extension arm are coupled to a support leg casing by means of a coupling bolt (32), it is possible to configure the coupling bolt as a measuring member (38) in order to determine the support load, using particularly simple means. The measuring members can be incorporated into a stability monitoring device comprising a computer-assisted evaluation electronics system (68,74). A software routine is provided for stability control in order to determine a stability figure (S) which is determined on the basis of the quotients of the overall sum of the support load measurement values of all supporting legs (28) and a partial sum of the support load measurement values of the two supporting legs (28) which are momentarily subjected to a support load. An alarm routine is also provided in order to trigger an alarm state if said values fall below a given stability threshold value (S1, S2, S3).
US07784346B2	Micromachines acoustic sensor for monitoring electrochemical deposition Disclosed are micromachined acoustic sensors for monitoring electrochemical deposition, methods for fabricating such sensors, and methods for in-situ monitoring of electrochemical deposition processes using such sensors. An exemplary acoustic sensor includes a deformable silicon membrane, an encapsulated piezoelectric layer formed on the silicon membrane, and surface electrodes formed on the piezoelectric layer. The sensor and a loudspeaker may be used to calibrate an electrochemical deposition process. The acoustic response of the sensor is monitored over time with respect to plating thickness during electroplating of a sample to generate a predictive model defining the plating process. The predictive model may be used to monitor the plating thickness of other samples in real time.
US07784322B2	Method of making an open can end with high pressure venting An improved convenience closure that is adapted for sealing an end of a can includes an end panel having a peripheral score, a rivet formation, a mustache score and a flex line score defined therein. The mustache score may include a central portion that is positioned radially inwardly on the end panel relative to the rivet formation. The central portion is preferably curved, with a concave side of the curvature facing the rivet formation. The mustache score also may include first and second preferably symmetrical end portions, each of which is continuous with the central portion. Most of the total length of each of the end portions may be curved away from a nearest portion of the peripheral score, with a convex side of curvature facing the nearest portion of the peripheral score. Tooling for making the convenience closure and a method of making such a convenience disclosure are also disclosed.
US07784320B1	Doorjamb clad machine Aluminum coils of pre-printed metal are pre-cut to lengths and angles to fit a wooden door jamb. Then, a rolling machine accepts a chosen width of sheet metal and rolls out a cladding strip. The strips require only a minimal manual bend of an end tab. The strips can be packaged in the wooden door jamb for field installation onto the wooden door jamb.
US07784318B2	Turned blank monitor A method and apparatus for detecting a turned blank at a workstation in a progressive forging machine comprising simultaneously monitoring both the force on a tool in the workstation and the crank angle of the machine, determining a reference crank angle when the tool is subjected to a force at the workstation about to deliver a blow and a blank in the workstation is properly angularly aligned, operating the machine to forge blanks in a normal manner when a force on the tool at the workstation occurs substantially at the reference crank angle, and interrupting said normal manner when the force on the tool at the workstation occurs before said reference crankshaft angle to enable the blank being formed at the workstation to be separated from remaining blanks being forged in the machine.
US07784307B2	Optical member made of synthetic quartz glass, and process for its production To reduce the change in the refractive index of an irradiated portion of synthetic quartz glass, caused by the irradiation with a high energy light emitted from a light source such as a KrF excimer laser or an ArF excimer laser. A process for producing an optical member made of synthetic quartz glass, wherein the OH group concentration of the optical member is set depending upon the energy density of the laser beam employed, to adjust the ratio R (KJ/cm.sup.2-ppb).sup.-1 of the change in the refractive index of the optical member to the cumulative irradiation energy (KJ/cm.sup.2) by the laser, to be 0.Itoreq.R.Itoreq.0.2, thereby to control the change in the refractive index of the optical member made of synthetic quartz glass by the irradiation with a laser beam to be within a predetermined range.
US07784297B2	Cooling heating device An object of the present invention is to provide a cooling heating device in which a suitable operation can be performed in harmony with fluctuations of cooling and heating loads to reduce energy consumption, and the cooling heating device includes an outdoor heat exchanger having one end connected to a refrigerant outlet-side pipe of a condenser via an expansion valve and having the other end connected to a suction-side pipe and a discharge-side pipe of a compressor and configured to perform heat exchange between a refrigerant and outside air; a changeover valve which executes control so as to pass the refrigerant discharged from the compressor through the condenser or the outdoor heat exchanger and supply the refrigerant from the outdoor heat exchanger to the compressor or supply the refrigerant from the evaporator to the compressor; and a control unit which controls the compressor, the expansion valve and the changeover valve based on a cooling operation signal in response to a cooling load of the cool target and a heating operation signal in response to a heating load of the heat target.
US07784296B2	System and method for controlling an air conditioner or heat pump A control procedure operates an expansion valve of an air conditioning system. The control procedure utilizes a first control procedure to bring a calculated superheat value within a range of a target superheat value, and a second control procedure to cause the calculated superheat value to match the target superheat value. Both the first and second control procedures preferably use Proportional, Integral, Derivative control algorithms.
US07784294B2	Refrigerator unit for container A refrigerator unit is configured for a container in which it is possible to know the quantity of air that is ventilated. The refrigerator unit is equipped with a ventilation mechanism, an opening degree detecting mechanism, and a recording unit. The ventilation mechanism ventilates the air inside the container. The opening degree detecting mechanism acquires ventilation data related to the quantity of air ventilated by the ventilation mechanism. The recording unit records the ventilation data acquired by the opening degree detecting mechanism.
US07784293B2	Variable speed, electronically controlled, room air conditioner An air handling system for cooling and/or heating a room includes a sleep mode. The system includes a fan assembly to transport air from the system into the room. A user interface transmits a sleep mode signal upon activation of the sleep mode by a user. A control unit controls the climate control unit to gradually change an ambient temperature in the room over a predetermined period of time in response to the sleep mode signal transmitted by the user interface. Further, the fan assembly has a substantially continuously adjustable speed within a range of speeds defined by a predetermined upper limit and a predetermined lower limit. The control unit adjusts the speed of the fan assembly according to a desired speed of the fan assembly input via the user interface. A multi-position switch defines the predetermined upper and lower limits.
US07784289B2	Cooling system for cooling heat-generating installations and for maintaining the temperature of closed-off areas at below cabin temperature in an aircraft In a cooling system (10) for cooling heat-generating installations (44, 46, 48) in an aircraft, with a refrigerating installation (12), at least one refrigeration consumer (44, 46, 48) and a refrigeration transport system (14) connecting the refrigerating installation (12) and the refrigeration consumer (44,46, 48), it is provided that the refrigerating installation (12) comprises at least one refrigeration machine (18, 20) which covers the maximum refrigeration requirement of the at least one refrigeration consumer (44, 46, 48) and in that the at least one refrigeration consumer (44, 46, 48) is supplied with cold generated in the refrigerating installation (12) via a refrigerating agent circulating in the refrigeration transport system (14).
US07784287B2	Pulse detonation firing detuning and frequency modulated firing An aircraft engine is provided with at least one pulse detonation device, and the operational frequency of the pulse detonation device is varied over an operational range of frequencies around a mean frequency value. The pulse detonation device can be positioned upstream, downstream or adjacent to a turbine section of the engine. An additional embodiment of the present invention is an aircraft engine provided with more than one pulse detonation device, and the operational frequency of one, or more, of the pulse detonation devices is varied over an operational range of frequencies around a mean frequency value.
US07784284B2	Exhaust assembly forming a horizontal propulsion gas elbow in an aircraft A propulsion gas exhaust assembly in an aircraft propelled by hot gases produced along the axis of the latter by a gas generator is disclosed. The exhaust assembly includes a duct which forms a vertical elbow and a nozzle.
US07784282B2	Fuel injector and method of assembling the same A fuel injector is provided. The fuel injector includes a nozzle, a cooling assembly, and a tip coupled to the nozzle. The tip includes a base including a cooling channel defined therein, a first transition member extending outwardly from the base and in flow communication with the cooling channel, and a second transition member extending outwardly from the base and in flow communication with the cooling channel, wherein the base, the first transition member, and the second transition member are formed integrally together. The tip is configured to couple to the cooling assembly to channel a flow of cooling fluid through the cooling channel via the first transition member and the second transition member.
US07784273B2	Exhaust emission purifying apparatus for engine An exhaust emission purifying apparatus has a NOx reduction catalytic converter in an exhaust passage of an engine, for purifying nitrogen oxides in the exhaust gas by reduction with urea aqueous solution; an injection nozzle injecting the urea solution toward an exhaust upstream side of the converter in the exhaust passage; and fins disposed on an exhaust upstream side of an injection position of the urea solution in the injection nozzle, for generating a spiral swirling flow of the gas swirling about a center corresponding to the central axis of an exhaust pipe. The swirling flow generated in the exhaust gas prior to the injection-supply of the urea aqueous solution promotes mixing of the solution with the gas to thereby promote the hydrolysis of the urea solution. And the exhaust gas and ammonia generated from the urea solution are uniformly mixed together.
US07784271B2	Scheme for detecting deterioration of a catalyst in an engine Deterioration of a catalyst provided in an exhaust system of the engine is determined. Air-fuel ratio sensors are provided in the upstream side and the downstream side of the catalyst. Air-fuel ratio is changed. Based on the sensor outputs in the upstream die and the downstream side of the catalyst, a parameter of a catalyst model representing a state of the catalyst is identified. The parameter is compared with a threshold to determine a state of the catalyst.
US07784268B1	Partial superheat cycle for operating a pump in a rocket system A system and method of driving a fuel pump and/or an oxidizer pump in a propulsion system includes pumping an oxidizer from an oxidizer supply to a rocket engine with the oxidizer pump. A first portion of the pumped oxidizer is used for combustion in the rocket engine. The heat from the combustion of the first portion of the oxidizer is then transferred to a second portion of the pumped oxidizer to convert the second portion of the oxidizer to a super-heated gaseous oxidizer. The super-heated gaseous oxidizer operates a motor, which drives the oxidizer pump and/or the fuel pump.
US07784266B2	Methods and systems for supplying air to a vehicle A method of supplying air to a vehicle is provided, wherein the method includes modulating a flow of air from between a fan assembly of a turbofan engine and a high pressure compressor of the turbofan engine with a core driven fan stage coupled in parallel to the high pressure compressor. The method also includes channeling the air from the core driven fan stage to the vehicle.
US07784263B2	Method for determining sensor locations A method for determining sensor locations in a gas turbine engine is provided. The said method includes providing a turbine rear frame including a radially inner surface, a radially outer surface and a plurality of circumferentially-spaced struts extending between the inner and outer surfaces, wherein a strut sector is defined between each pair of circumferentially-adjacent struts, providing a plurality of fuel nozzles that are each aligned with a strut sector, selecting one of the plurality of fuel nozzles as a primary index nozzle and positioning each of a plurality of sensors relative to one of the plurality of nozzles using a corresponding positioning angle such that each of the plurality of sensors coincides with a gas flow temperature distribution profile between each pair of circumferentially-spaced nozzles.
US07784260B2	Shaft coupling A shaft coupling device to couple first and second shafts, said device comprising a fluid coupling having a first portion attached to the first shaft and a second portion attached to the second shaft wherein the device further comprises engagement means operable to switch the device between an engaged position and a disengaged position, the engaged position having each of the first and second shafts engaged with its respective portion of the fluid coupling and the disengaged position having at least one of the first and second shafts disengaged from its respective portion of the fluid coupling.
US07784256B2	Mechanized harvester with curvilinear picking elements A harvesting device for mechanical harvesting of vegetables and the like, the harvesting device having a pair of circular supports rotates on an axle disposed and are disposed in a housing. The circular supports are positioned on opposite sides of a picking path defined by a void in the housing and through which the vegetables pass as the harvester moves. Each circular support having at least one picking element extended into the picking path.
US07784248B2	Method in hot filling of foods in a packaging container, as well as an apparatus therefor A method involving the hot fill of foods in packaging containers constructed from a paperboard laminate comprises the food being filled in the packaging container with at least one component at a temperature of at least 80°, but below 100°, whereafter the packaging containers are closed and sealed and the packaging containers with their food contents are thereafter held hot during a predetermined period of time by contact with a heat holding medium at a temperature of at least 80°, but below 100°. The heat holding medium is present substantially in gas and/or vapour phase. An apparatus involving the hot fill of foods is also disclosed.
US07784247B2	Packaging-container manufacturing apparatus and packaging-container manufacturing method An object is to enable a strip tape to be bonded to a packaging material at a proper position and enable longitudinal sealing to be performed well. A packaging-container manufacturing apparatus includes a bonding member, a first detection section which detects an edge of the packaging material, a second detection section which detects an edge of the strip tape (12), position determination processing means for determining the position of the strip tape (12) in relation to the packaging material, and position correction processing means for correcting the position of the strip tape (12) in relation to the packaging material. Since the position of the strip tape (12) in relation to the packaging material is determined on the basis of outputs of the first and second detection sections and the position of the strip tape (12) in relation to the packaging material is corrected on the basis of results of the determination on the position, the strip tape (12) is placed on the packaging material at a proper position.
US07784244B2	High speed automated filling of solid pharmaceutical product packaging via a conveyor system Systems and methods for providing individualized solid pharmaceutical product packaging solutions preferably utilize a plurality of filling stations preferably arranged proximate to a conveyor system. Each of the filling stations may be embodied as a version of a conventional flood fill type mechanism wherein a hopper is used to store a large number of a single type of solid pharmaceutical products. The filling stations preferably incorporate transition blocks and/or row or column transfer gates.
US07784243B2	I-beam with curved flanges An I-beam (10) comprises a first D-shaped flange (20) and a second D-shaped flange (60) connected by a web (100). Each flange includes a planar segment (30,70) and a curved segment (40,80). A lip (50,90) depends from the planar segment (30,70) of each flange (20,60) and is adapted to be attached to the web (100). The curved segment (40,70) of each flange (20,60) includes an outer surface (42,82) and an outer surface (44,84). The outer surface (42,82) is serrated to grip a wall panel or other structure attached to the flange (20,80) and the inner surface includes ridges (46,86) to strengthen the flange (20,60).
US07784242B2	Drain support plate/under-deck clamp A drain support plate for mounting and securing a drain assembly to a deck in a building structure.
US07784238B2	Variable height interlocking moulding strip for flooring An adjustable height transition moulding and method for use thereof. The moulding is installed at the transition between adjoining floor coverings/surfaces, such as between carpet and laminate floor coverings. The moulding includes a contoured cap and a depending wall portion having a series of vertically spaced rib portions along its lower edge that snap into the channel of a base track that is mounted to the subfloor. The installed height of the moulding is adjusted by removing a selected number of the rib portions. The rib portions are spaced apart by slots and joined by relatively thin, vertically extending web portions. A knife or other blade is inserted through one of the slots to make an initial cut in the selected web portion, and the remainder of the web portion is then torn by pulling on the lower rib portions so as to peel them away over the full length of the moulding strip. The moulding is simply formed of extrusion molded flexible PVC.
US07784231B2	Multi-story building According to the invention, a method for constructing a multi-story building is disclosed. The method may include slip forming a building core with support member casings deposited within the building core. The method may include providing support pedestals around the building core to support roof structural members, coupling roof structural members, and lifting the roof structure to a first elevation from a top of the building core. The method may include supporting support members with the support member casings, and supporting the roof structure at the first elevation with the support members. The method may include coupling a plurality of floor structural members on the support pedestals. The method may include lifting the floor structure to a second elevation from the top of the building core. The method may include supporting the floor structure at the second elevation with other support members.
US07784228B2	Mixed-use pedestrian-oriented parking structure A mixed-use pedestrian-oriented parking structure, includes at least two sequential multi-level parking units; a series of one-directional parking access aisles; angled parking around a central atrium and parallel parking at the outer edge of the parking decks; a liner building surrounding the parking units on at least one side of each parking unit; and a multi-use buffer corridor defining an interface between the parking units and the liner building which includes at least one common wall with the buffer corridor, the wall including passages for access to and from the buffer corridor.
US07784227B2	Modular pool constructive design Modular pool constructive design whose walls are constituted by metallic panels (17, 18, 19), made up by folding metallic sheets, comprising a bottom including a structure that supports a plurality of metallic panels-tiles (16) —said walls (11, 12, 13, 14) are connected to said bottom's structure, making up a unique and non-deformable structure, all the pool's elements are interlinked by semi-permanent connecting means, such as screws and nuts. The dimensions of the pool's elements allow its easy transport in small vehicles or buildings' elevators.
US07784220B2	Door module assembly with integrated actuator holder A motor vehicle door module assembly including a door module plate assembly mounting a bell crank having a first arm portion positioned to be engaged by an outside door handle and a second arm portion connected to a link arranged to trip the door latch. The door module assembly is integrally formed with a socket pivotally receiving the bell crank. The bell crank includes a pivot shaft portion sized to be journaled in the socket. The pivot shaft portion is configured to be inserted into the socket in a first angular position and, following insertion, the bell crank is rotated to rotate the pivot shaft portion in the socket to a second, operative angular position where the link may extend between the bell crank second arm portion and the latch and inadvertent withdrawal of the pivot shaft portion is precluded. The pivot shaft configuration allowing insertion into the socket comprises opposite flats on the shaft portion defining reduced diameter shaft portion sections and the modular plate assembly defines slots providing access to the socket and sized to pass the reduced diameter shaft portion sections to allow positioning of the pivot shaft portion in the socket.
US07784210B2	Alternative design thermal wristband business form A business form particularly adapted for generalized use, although it may be used in a medical or hospital environment includes a roll or continuous construction of a plurality of wristbands, with each wristband being separately formed in a panel comprised of an underlying continuous carrier of a laminating material with a series of face stock patches placed therealong. Each wristband is provided with a face stock imaging area die cut into each face stock patch and a laminating portion die cut into the underlying carrier of laminating material, with the two die cut portions being adhered to each other to form a matrix for ready separation from its panel. The laminating portion has a first area for receiving the face stock portion and a second similarly sized and shaped area for fold over lamination of the first area and face stock portion, along with a pair of straps extending to the opposing sides thereof.
US07784206B2	System and method for media display A media display system and method is provided. The media display system comprising a two wheeled base configured for a operator to stand on; a steering column operatively connected to said base; a display means for a user standing on said base to hold and steer, said display mean allowing messages to be displayed; a handle operatively connected to said display means; and at least one wheel operatively connected to said media display such that said media display system can move 365 degrees.
US07784201B2	System and method of utilizing monitoring data to enhance seafloor sulfide production for deepwater mining system Applicants have created a method and system of deep sea mining comprising mining SMS deposits from the sea floor with a subsea miner, pumping the solids from the subsea miner through a jumper and pumping the solids from the jumper up a riser to a surface vessel. Further, applicants have created a method of deploying a deep sea mining system, comprising stacking a riser hangoff structure on top of a subsea pump module forming an assembly; picking up the assembly by a hanging mechanism, hanging the assembly on a moon pool, attaching a first riser joint; disconnecting the riser hangoff structure from the assembly; and attaching at least one second riser joint to form the riser.
US07784197B2	Gel insoles having thin spring walls A removable insole for insertion into footwear, includes a lower layer made of a viscoelastic gel and including a lower surface, an upper surface, a toe portion, a heel portion and a medial arch portion interconnecting the toe portion and the heel portion, a first recess formed in the lower surface of the toe portion and a second recess formed in the lower surface of the heel portion, each recess having a peripheral side wall and a top wall, a plurality of thin, parallel, spaced apart sinusoidal wave shaped spring walls formed from the viscoelastic gel and connected to the top wall and the peripheral side wall in each recess, and the spring walls having lower edges generally coplanar with a lower surface of the toe portion and heel portion which is in surrounding relation to the respective recess; and a top cover secured to the upper surface of the lower layer.
US07784193B2	Airlessly sealed vial An airlessly sealed vial includes an interior cavity filled with at least one liquid. At least one sealing cap is provided, which seals closed an opening into the interior cavity. The vial also includes means associated with the sealing cap and/or the interior cavity for changing the volumetric liquid containing capacity of the interior cavity in accordance with volumetric changes in the liquid contained in the vial. The means may be a moveable or flexible wall at least partly defining the interior cavity and/or a compressible member included in the interior cavity.
US07784189B2	Knife Disclosed is a knife comprising a housing (11) with a blade fixture (12) which can be moved translationally in the longitudinal direction (x) of the housing within a receiving duct (A) of the housing (11). The blade fixture (12) accommodates the knife blade (13) between a first blade contact surface (38) and a second blade contact surface (31) in a closed position while an operator's attachment (14) is assigned to the base (G) and/or the blade locking mechanism (19) in order to translationally move the blade fixture (12). The operator's attachment (14) is retained on the base (G) outside the blade locking mechanism (19). Inner surfaces (35a, 35b) that border the blade fixture (12) and are located in the receiving duct (A) retain the locking mechanism (19) in the closed position in which the locking mechanism (19) rests against the base (G), or release the locking mechanism (19) in order to open the locking mechanism (19) and remove the blade when the locking mechanism (19) is moved forward and outward through the blade through-hole (37) into a blade replacement position.
US07784188B1	Single hand eating apparatus The single hand eating apparatus provides a utensil that can be fully utilized with a single hand. The apparatus provides both knife and fork permanently and pivotally connected, the knife and fork providing combined and separate functionality. The apparatus provides an automatic return to open position without user effort. The apparatus provides optimum ergonomic design for ease of use, with important experimental derived dimensions.
US07784175B2	Terminal crimping apparatus A terminal crimping apparatus includes an anvil for supporting a metal terminal including a base plate portion for placing an electric wire thereon and a pair of crimping piece portions extending upwardly respectively from opposite side edges of the base plate portion and a crimper which includes a press-deforming portion having a generally arch-shape formed of two arc-shaped surfaces which are opposed to the anvil. The anvil and the crimper cooperate to press the crimping piece portions for crimping the crimping piece portions to the electric wire placed on the metal terminal. The shape of the crimper satisfies a formula, Index a=c·cos θ, where c represents a length of the arc-shaped surface of the crimper, and θ represents an angle formed by a tangential line to the arc-shaped surface at a central portion of the crimper and a vertical line.
US07784161B2	Device for machining the corner area of a frame welded together out of profiled pieces This invention relates to a device for machining the corner area (1) of frames welded together out of profiled pieces (2, 3) such as, for instance, window or door frames, comprising at least one machining tool (4, 5, 6) that can be moved by means of a tool carrier (7) into the appropriate machining position at the corner area (1) of the frame along an axis (y) extending diagonally to the frame corner (3) and along an axis (z) perpendicular thereto. In order to allow machining of the corner area of a window or door frame as well as machining of the profile section itself, it is proposed according to the invention that the tool carrier (7) can move another tool carrier (8) arranged laterally thereto for at least one machining tool (9) configured for machining the profile section (2, 3), whereby the second tool carrier can be moved at least along an axis (x) extending at an angle α relative to the axis (y) in the diagonal direction of the frame corner (1).
US07784160B2	Pouch and airtight resealable closure mechanism therefor A pouch has an airtight elongate closure mechanism adapted to provide vacuum retention within an interior of the pouch over an extended period of time when sealed. The closure mechanism includes a first pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, a second pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, and sealing members that form an air tight seal disposed between the first and second pairs of interlocking members. The closure elements may be connected with opposing sidewalls of the pouch in a manner designed to provide differential opening and closing forces. The pouch may also include a check valve and air evacuation channels to aid in evacuating air from the interior.
US07784153B2	Hinge apparatus A hinge apparatus includes a hinge and a damper and defines an axis direction. The damper includes a fixing housing defining an accepting hole therethrough along the axis direction, a rotating nut accepted in the accepting hole and defining an axis hole therethrough, a damping body accepted in the accepting hole and passing through the axis hole, two gaskets located over and under the rotating nut respectively, and a pushing body capable of pushing the damping body to rotate. Two rotating grooves are opened in a sidewall of the axis hole and extending helically along axis direction. Two sliding blocks are arranged on an outer surface of the damping body and extending helically along the axis direction, the sliding block engaging with the rotating groove. Damping oil is filled between the gaskets, the fixing housing and the damping body.
US07784129B2	Recumbent therapeutic mattress support A recumbent therapeutic mattress support in the form of a plurality of interlocking wedges positionable between the box spring and the mattress of a bed, the user selectively interlocking two or more wedges to achieve the desired therapeutic elevation for either the head, neck and torso, or the legs in order to achieve the desired degree of support, comfort and relief from pain.
US07784120B2	Support structure for a spa A support structure for a spa includes a plastic base member which has an upper wall portion and a lower wall portion which are spaced apart. The base member defines a base pocket of insulating space which extends throughout a substantial portion of the base member. A pair of plastic side members and a pair of plastic end members are attached to the base member. The side members and the end members each have an inside wall portion and an outside wall portion which are also spaced apart which define a wall pocket of insulating space which extends throughout a portion of each of these members. The base member, side members and end members form a support structure adapted to receive and support a spa shell. Any type of insulating material may be placed into the insulating pockets of space. Accessory devices in the form of towel warmers and fold away steps are provided in openings in the support structure.
US07784115B1	Foot alignment socks Foot Alignment Socks are a uniquely designed adaptation of regular socks used to alleviate minor foot problems. Foot Alignment Socks differ from traditional socks in that there is no covered toe assembly. Instead the socks have four separators which fit in between the toes. They are cylindrical and sturdy yet soft and yielding as they are constructed from the same fabric as the body of the sock. The separators stretch and align toes into proper position in respect to the rest of the foot. This toe alignment counters the harmful effects of daily foot compression and stress caused by tight and ill-fitting shoes as well as relieving foot pain from excess walking, standing, jogging, or strenuous sports and activities. With consistent use Foot Alignment Socks soothe and straighten crooked and deformed toes. They are ideal as an over-night foot maintenance treatment.
US07784109B2	Protective garment with tapered pockets A firefighter jacket that comprises a torso-covering portion and a pair of sleeves, wherein at least one pocket is positioned on the torso-covering portion. The pockets comprise an interior chamber and an opening to the interior chamber. The interior chamber has a width and a depth that varies along the width. The opening to the interior chamber is of a width that is less than the width of the interior chamber.
US07788730B2	Secure bytecode instrumentation facility A secure bytecode instrumentation facility, wherein a new code fragment is registered in an encrypted registry by first extracting a digital certificate from a specified code fragment location. A certification authority (CA) in the digital certificate is compared against a list of registered trusted certification authorities in the registry. If the CA is in the registry list, the code fragment origin in the digital certificate is compared against a list of registered trusted origins in the registry. If the code fragment origin is in the registry list, a determination is made as to whether the code fragment is authentic. If so, the information of the code fragment is recorded into the registry. The injection of code fragments may begin upon the initialization of the instrumentation facility if the encrypted registry has not been corrupted since last accessed, and if the code fragment content matches code fragment information in the registry.
US07788727B2	System and method for piggybacking on interface license Prior to using a HDCP KSV for HDMI-based encryption authentication, the KSV from the source is examined to determine whether it is in a list of KSVs that have been pre-approved by the sink vendor, to further restrict access to the interface of the sink to only those HDCP-compliant sources that have been approved by the sink vendor.
US07788721B2	Traffic control method, apparatus, and system Flow information of excessive traffic detected by a traffic monitor of a packet forwarding apparatus is entirely delivered to a manager server. By combining input/output port information of the flow and topology information, the manager server calculates from where the flow is inputted and to where the flow is outputted. By further combining results of judgment of traffic contents, the manager server controls the traffic at an optimal position according to the traffic contents. The problems of inefficiency can be avoided by managing the flow information by the manager server in a concentrated way. Adding the flow information to the network topology drawing for each flow, it is possible for the network administrator to more easily understand the statuses of flows on the network.
US07788713B2	Method, apparatus and system for virtualized peer-to-peer proxy services A method, apparatus and system for virtualized proxy services are disclosed herein. Specifically, on one embodiment, a virtual proxy may be implemented in a virtual machine host. The virtual proxy may reside within a dedicated or shared virtual partition and may include a set of access restrictions. In one embodiment, a network including virtual machine hosts having virtual proxies may also provide additional peer-to-peer services. More specifically, a virtual proxy on a virtual host may be configured to broadcast/multicast content requests to other virtual hosts on the network prior to accessing the content from a remote location. If the content has previously been downloaded by another virtual host on the network, the virtual proxy on the requesting host may copy the content from the peer virtual host, instead of downloading the content from the remote location again. A variety of security measures may be implemented in one embodiment to ensure data integrity.
US07788697B2	Digital broadcast receiver apparatus, digital broadcast receiving method and program A digital broadcast receiver apparatus includes: a detection section that detects a receivable digital broadcast wave; a list production section that produces a list by associating pieces of provider information of a plurality of broadcast programs superposed on the digital broadcast wave with identifiers uniquely assigned to the broadcast programs and then sorting the pieces of provider information associated with the identifiers in predetermined order; an addition section that adds, if the identifiers of a currently-produced current list are the same as the identifiers of a previous list that was produced immediately before the current list, detailed information about the pieces of provider information to sub items associated with the identifiers; and a display control section that displays, based on the identifiers, the pieces of provider information of the list and contents of the sub items corresponding to the identifiers on a display screen.
US07788695B2	System and method of distributing multimedia content The present disclosure is directed to a system and method for enhanced multimedia distribution. The method can include displaying a multimedia selection at a display device coupled to a first receiver of a video distribution system, where the multimedia selection is determined by a user of a second receiver. A multimedia device can include a user interface module to receive a command from a first user to accept a channel selection of a second user. An indication of an attribute of multimedia content associated with a channel selected at a multimedia device can be received from a server having a channel content guide and stored to a database.
US07788686B1	Method of and apparatus for describing, promoting, publishing, aggregating, distributing and accessing live content information An electronic program guide that assists a user to navigate through a variety of digital and analog feeds made available by digital television technology is provided. Features such as allowing the user to purchase items, allowing the user to choose the content of the display screen, enabling more efficient use of black areas, among others are provided. Default settings based on prior user settings is provided to allow for an automatically customized environment. This automatic customization may entail, for example, the automatic resizing of windows based on the user's prior preferences. Also provided is a feature that allows for the automatic activation of a local or remote application through the user's set-top box based on the content currently being viewed.
US07788682B2	Disk device with cam mechanism for moving slider A disk device of the present invention includes a first cam mechanism, a disk transfer mechanism, a second cam mechanism, a slider positioning mechanism and a positioning release mechanism. The slider positioning mechanism prevents movement of a slider in a reverse direction by engaging the slider when the slider is at a forward limit position. The positioning release mechanism operates the slider positioning mechanism so as to release an engagement of the slider positioning mechanism with the slider in conjunction with a return of an optical pickup.
US07788672B2	System for controlling assignment of a plurality of modules of a program to available execution units based on speculative executing and granularity adjusting According to one embodiment, an information processing apparatus includes a plurality of execution modules and a scheduler which controls assignment of a plurality of basic modules to the plurality of execution modules. The scheduler includes assigning, when an available execution module which is not assigned any basic modules exists, a basic module which stands by for completion of execution of other basic module to the available execution module, measuring an execution time of processing of the basic module itself, measuring execution time of processing for assigning the basic module to the execution module, and performing granularity adjustment by linking two or more basic modules to be successively executed according to the restriction of a execution sequence so as to be assigned as one set to the execution module and redividing the linked two or more basic modules, based on the two execution measured execution times.
US07788671B2	On-demand application resource allocation through dynamic reconfiguration of application cluster size and placement A method, system and apparatus for on-demand application resource allocation. In accordance with the method of the invention, an anticipated workload can be compared to a measured capacity for an application cluster in one or more server computing nodes in a server farm. If the measured capacity warrants a re-configuration of the application clusters, a new placement can be computed for application server instances in individual ones of the server computing nodes. Subsequently, the new placement can be applied to the server computing nodes in the server farm. In this regard, the applying step can include starting and stopping selected ones of the application server instances in different ones of the server computing nodes to effectuate the new placement.
US07788668B2	System and method for implementing distributed priority inheritance Priority inheritance is implemented across a distributed system, preferably by use of a mutual exclusion object, referred to as a pseudo-mutex, which provides operations for communicating priority of a task which is held to a different connected processor or node of a network and generating a dummy local command of priority at least equal to that of the held task at the remote processor or node in collaboration with a real-time operating system and middleware. The remote real time operating system then carries out priority inheritance in the normal manner to raise the priority of a blocked task, thus reversing any preemption of that task at the remote processor or node. The increase in priority avoids preemption of lower priority processes and thus increases the execution speed of the executing thread to release the existing lock at an earlier time; allowing a lock to be obtained by the higher priority thread. The middleware serves as an intermediary, communicating messages that include pseudo-mutex arguments or similar communications and requests for enabling priority inheritance across nodes.
US07788658B2	Computer code partitioning for enhanced performance A method and system for enhancing the execution performance of program code. An analysis of the program code is used to generate code usage information for each code module. For each module, the code usage information is used to determine whether the code module should be separated from its original module container. If so, the code module is migrated to a new module container, and the code module in the original module container is replaced with a reference to the code module in the new module container.
US07788653B2	Apparatus and methods for performing generational escape analysis in managed runtime environments Apparatus and methods for performing generational escape analysis in managed runtime environments are disclosed. The disclosed apparatus and methods determine the generational age of an equivalence class while performing escape analysis. Equivalence classes having generational ages are cloned if their generational ages are less than a threshold age.
US07788648B2	System and method for the localization of released computer program A system and a method for localization of a base language computer software product into a target language computer software product. Input resource files were copied into a source directory, and synchronized with a reference directory and a synchronization directory; the resource strings to be translated in the resource files in the synchronization directory are flagged, and translated; the changes are tracked in the reference directory.
US07788647B2	Systems and methods for collaborative programming of simulations of computer programs The system includes a novel software application interactive representation modeling language, a software application (82) operative to use the modeling language to create, read and modify interactive representation models of the proposed applications, a memory (86) to store requirement data and interactive representation model data, a software application (92) operative to read and update the interactive representation model data across a computer network, a software application (76) operative to maintain a record of the requirements and to administer operation of the system, a software application (78) operative to render interactive representations of the proposed applications in browser readable format, a software application (82) operative to allow multiple instances of other applications to access interactive representation data and requirement data residing in the memory and a software application (84) operative to allow an individual user's interactions with the system to be broadcast across a networked system to other users.
US07788629B2	Systems configured to perform a non-contact method for determining a property of a specimen Systems configured to perform a non-contact method for determining a property of a specimen are provided. One system configured to perform a non-contact method for determining a property of a specimen includes a focused biasing device configured to provide a stimulus to a focused spot on the specimen. The system also includes a sensor configured to measure a parameter of a measurement spot on the specimen. The measurement spot overlaps the focused spot. The system further includes a processor configured to determine the property of the specimen from the parameter.
US07788622B2	Distributed autorouting of conductive paths A server computer maintains a master database for a PCB design, and a copy of the PCB design is provided to multiple client computers. The server assigns each client a different pair of pins for which a connection must be routed. When a client completes an assigned routing task, it requests that the server update the PCB master design with the route found by the client for its assigned pin pair. After forwarding the request, the client does not update its copy of the PCB design to reflect the found route. Instead, the client returns its copy to the state occupied prior to assignment of the pin pair by the server. Upon receiving notification that the server incorporated the found route, the client updates its copy of the design to include that route.
US07788621B2	Method and apparatus for creating layout model, computer product, and method of manufacturing device A layout-model creating apparatus creates a layout-model for a mechanical computer-aided design from component information including heights and layout information of components created by an electrical computer-aided design. A height determining unit determines whether a height of a component is equal to or lower than a specified height. A three-dimensional-model creating unit creates a three-dimensional model by excluding a component of which the height is determined to be equal to or lower than the specified height.
US07788600B2	User interface for multifunction device A graphical user interface for use in connection with a multifunction device is set forth. In one example, the multifunction device includes navigation and media functionality. The exemplary graphical user interface comprises a navigation interface, a media interface, and a source menu display. The source menu screen includes at least a first button actuatable by the user to invoke display of a screen corresponding to a previously stored navigation interface state, and at least a second button actuatable by the user to invoke display of a screen corresponding to a previously stored media interface state. There is at least one source button disposed for actuation on a plurality of screens of the navigation interface and a plurality of screens of the media interface to invoke display of the source menu to the user. Actuation of the at least one source button results in storage of a currently active interface state. In one example, one or more of the buttons of the interface are virtual buttons.
US07788599B2	User interface elements for hierarchical selection of items A user interface element for selecting items from a hierarchy of items can present a cell for each level in the hierarchy of items. Each cell can be associated with a level in the hierarchy and is operable to receive user input. In response to receiving user input directed to a cell, a collection of items can be presented where each presented item is from the level in the hierarchy associated with the cell. Each presented item can also be a child of a selected item in a cell associated with a higher level in the hierarchy.
US07788586B2	Content output queue generation An automated method and system configured to pseudo-shuffle a pool of electronic content items in accordance with various criteria so that playback of all or a subset of the items in the user's collection occur in a pseudo-random order. The shuffled content items may be output to a user or transferred to a device. A list of the shuffled content items is built and may be saved for later use for playback on a PC or portable device. In some instances the list is built without output or download of the content items.
US07788583B1	In-page full screen internet video method A method is provided for playing a video clip on a computer monitor in a full screen mode. Activation of a link to the video clip on a web page results in the video clip being played automatically in full screen mode on the computer monitor. Upon the video clip ending, the full screen mode ends and returns the display to the previous view of the web page. The full screen mode plays the video clip with an integrated transparent video control panel that has controls to enable user control of the playing of the video clip.
US07788575B2	Automated image annotation An automatic annotation transmission device including a memory, a processor, and a transmitter, is programmed with information related to a nearby photographic subject, and configured to transmit the information to a properly configured automatic annotation reception device. An electronic image capture device including a memory, a processor, and a receiver is configured to receive information from an automatic annotation transmission device, correlate the annotation information with one or more captured images and store the annotation information in a memory.
US07788571B2	Method and apparatus for using dual bit decisions to measure bit errors and event occurrences An apparatus and method for measuring errors and event occurrences in a multi-valued data stream by using a dual decision bit error rate tester is disclosed. The Bit error rate tester (BERT) includes a plurality of decision circuits operative to provide a respective bit decision output signal in response to an input signal. The bit decision output signal magnitude information of a signal under test as measured over a sample window period. A comparator circuit is coupled to each of the plurality of decision circuits, and is operative to provide an event occurrence signal in response to the bit decision output signals from each of the plurality of decision circuits. The BERT provides the ability to supply additional information and feedback about the behavior and performance of the targeted device or subsystem being tested and to perform error measurements in non-constrained data (i.e. live data).
US07788566B2	System and method for dynamically adjusting hybrid ARQ transmissions There is provided a system and method for dynamically adjusting the maximum number of hybrid ARQ transmissions in a wireless system. More specifically, in one embodiment, there is provided a method comprising generating a plurality of hybrid ARQ sub-packets associated with a packet, wherein a transmitter is configured to transmit up to a maximum number of the hybrid ARQ sub-packets, detecting a degradation in transmission quality that affects the transmitter, and reducing the maximum number of hybrid ARQ sub-packets associated with the packet that can be transmitted by the transmitter in response to detecting the degradation.
US07788557B2	Baseboard testing interface and testing method thereof The present invention relates to a baseboard testing interface, which comprises: a baseboard, on which a plurality of first electronic components, a plurality of signal lines, and a first connection interface are configured, and the first electronic components are coupled to the signal lines; a slot disposed on the baseboard for an external interface adapter to plug in; and a debugging adapter that is plugged into the slot, and a plurality of second electronic components and a second connection interface are configured thereon; when the debugging adapter is plugged into the slot and fixed on the baseboard, the second connection interface is contacted with the first connection interface, such that the signals can be transmitted between the baseboard and the debugging adapter. In addition, the present invention further provides a baseboard testing method.
US07788556B2	System and method for evaluating an erroneous state associated with a target circuit A method for evaluating an erroneous state associated with a target circuit is provided that includes receiving information associated with a target circuit, the information identifying a property within the target circuit to be verified. One or more partitioned ordered binary decision diagram (POBDD) operations are executed using the information in order to identify an erroneous state associated with a sub-space within the target circuit. A path associated with the erroneous state is identified. The path reflects a correlation between an initial state associated with the erroneous state and a point where the erroneous state was encountered.
US07788552B2	Method to improve isolation of an open net fault in an interposer mounted module A multi-chip module (MCM) assembly has two modules interconnected by respective interposers and a printed circuit board, and diagnostic logic within the modules uses the principal of signal reflection to located any open fault in the circuit path across the interposers. A first test signal is sent from module to the other and a determination is made as to whether any reflected signal represents an open fault of the circuit path at either of the interposers. If a reflected signal is received during a predetermined time, the diagnostic logic concludes that a single open fault exists only at the far interposer. If no reflected signal is received then the diagnostic logic concludes that there is at least one open fault at the near interposer, and the second module runs a similar test to check to see if both interposers have failures.
US07788551B2	System and method for repairing a memory A method and system for repairing a memory. A test and repair wrapper is operable to be integrated with input/output (I/O) circuitry of a memory instance to form a wrapper I/O (WIO) block that is operable to receive test and repair information from a built-in self-test and repair (BISTR) processor. Logic circuitry associated with the WIO block is operable generate a current error signal that is used locally by the BISTR processor for providing a repair enable control signal in order to repair a faulty memory portion using a redundant memory portion without having to access a post-processing environment for repair signature generation.
US07788548B2	Method for performing a defective-area management in an optical media The present invention discloses a method for performing a defective-area management adaptive to a slipping replacement algorithm in an optical media with segmented sector/blocks, by either keeping buffering a read user data of the sector/block to a buffer memory, regardless of the read sector/block is defective, or keeping buffering the read user data to two different memories based on whether the sector/block is defective, thereby simplifying the complicated steps due to absence of interruption of data buffering, and therefore raising an operating performance.
US07788547B1	Systems and methods for generation of communication channel fault information A method is provided for generating fault information associated with a communication channel. In the method, a time-varying error value associated with the communication channel is received. If the error value exceeds a first threshold, a first time value associated with the error value exceeding the first threshold is stored. If the error value then falls and remains below the first threshold for a first minimum time period before the error value exceeds and remains above a second threshold that is higher than the first threshold for a second minimum time period, the first time value is deleted; otherwise, a second time value associated with the error value exceeding the second threshold is stored. The fault information comprises the first time value and the second time value.
US07788545B2	Broadcast receiving device A broadcast receiving device includes a card slot, a fan, a temperature sensor, a memory component and a control unit. The card slot accepts an IC card. The fan rotates to cool the IC card. The temperature sensor measures a first temperature. The memory component stores correlation information indicating a correlation between the first temperature and a second temperature of the IC card. The control unit acquires the second temperature based on the first temperature and the correlation information. The control unit determines if the second temperature exceeds a predetermined temperature. The control unit switches from a first output mode, in which an audio-video signal is outputted via the IC card, to a second output mode, in which the audio-video signal is outputted by bypassing the IC card, when the control unit determines that the second temperature exceeds the predetermined temperature.
US07788542B2	Debugging in a distributed system A method and apparatus for recreating a system state in a non-deterministic distributed computing system. A message generated by a message producer is received during debugging. If the received message matches a stored message in a persistent message store, the received message is transmitted to a message consumer. If the received message does not match the stored message, the stored message is transmitted to the message consumer.
US07788533B2	Restarting an errored object of a first class A method for running a computer program on computing hardware, in particular on a microprocessor, is described, the computer program including multiple program objects and errors being detected in the method while running the computer program on the computing hardware, the program objects being subdivided into at least two classes and program objects of the first class being repeated when an error is detected and, when an error is detected in one program object of the first class, which has already been sent for execution, this program object of the first class being restarted instead of a program object of the second class.
US07788531B2	Generation of backing electric current on the basis of a combination of components This descriptive document is about a new backup device that takes advantage of the components of a PC's conventional power supply and it combines them with additional typical electronic components from an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The result of such combination is a lower cost backup function that is applied directly to the PC and, therefore, eliminates the requirement of external devices—such as a UPS—to perform this backup function. In this document, the electronic components that combine with the PC's power supply in order to provide the backup functionality described above are referred to as integrated backup unit (URI).
US07788530B2	Storage server configuration despite an out-of-service storage adapter In one version of the present invention, a system to configure a storage server despite an out-of-service storage adapter includes a storage array and a pair of storage servers connected to the storage array via a corresponding pair of storage adapters. The storage servers may be configured to retrieve configuration metadata from the storage array during a system initialization sequence and communicate the configuration metadata to the other storage server in case one of the storage servers is blocked from accessing the storage array due to an out-of-service storage adapter. The storage servers may also be configured to share a processing load despite the out-of-service storage adapter. The configuration metadata may include a variety of definitions and control parameters such as rank definitions, volume definitions, logical subsystem definitions, mirroring parameters, remote archiving parameters, a rank segment table, and page pointer data.
US07788511B2	Method for measuring utilization of a power managed CPU An extremely low overhead method calculates CPU load in the presence of both CPU idling and frequency scaling. The method measures time the CPU is idled while waiting for a wakeup. This invention uses a feature in current DSPs with the capability of delaying ISR processing on wake from IDLE. Using this mechanism it is possible to determine the time before IDLE, the time immediately following CPU wakeup, and then run the wakeup ISR. The delta time can be accumulated and compared to total time to determine true CPU load.
US07788510B2	Low voltage logic operation using higher voltage supply levels A network device comprises a first channel module, a second channel module in series with the first channel module, a third channel module in series with the second channel module, and a fourth channel module in series with the third channel module. The first and fourth modules are connected in series between first and second reference potentials. The first, second, third and fourth channel modules are functionally equivalent.
US07788505B2	Method and apparatus for maintaining secure and nonsecure data in a shared memory system A graphics processor receives a compressed encrypted video stream. The graphics processor decrypts the compressed encrypted video stream and stores a decrypted version (i.e., a decrypted compressed video stream) in a protected portion of an on-chip or off-chip video memory. The graphics processor then permits processors and other bus masters on the graphics processor to access the on-chip video memory, but conditionally limits access to other bus masters that are located off-chip, such as a central processing unit located off-chip and coupled to the graphics processor via a bus.
US07788500B2	Biometric authentication device and terminal A biometric authentication device and a terminal exhibit high security corresponding to a utilizing mode. The biometric authentication device includes a biometric information storage module performing mutual authentication with an electronic device by use of a common key, acquiring biometric information from the electronic device when validity is mutually authenticated and storing the biometric information in a biometric information storage module, and a biometric information authenticating module effecting the authentication with the electronic device by use of the public key, and authenticating, when the validity is authenticated, the biometric information stored in the biometric information storage module and the present biometric information.
US07788496B2	First computer process and second computer process proxy-executing code on behalf thereof A first process operating on a computer comprises code to be executed in connection therewith, where the code includes at least one triggering device. A digital license corresponds to the first process and sets forth terms and conditions for operating the first process. A second process operating on the computer proxy-executes code corresponding to each triggering device of the first process on behalf of such first process. The second process includes a license evaluator for evaluating the license to determine whether the first process is to be operated in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in such license, and the second process chooses whether to in fact proxy-execute based at least in part on determination of the license evaluator. Thus, the first process is dependent upon the second process for operation thereof.
US07788493B2	Authenticating users A method of authenticating a user seeking access to a service from a service provider in a communication network, the method comprising: allocating to a user a plurality of service-specific identities for accessing respective services; issuing a request from the user, the request identifying the service to be accessed and including a public key of the user; at a certification authority, authenticating the request and issuing a public key certificate for binding the service-specific identity with the public key in the request, and returning the public key certificate to the user.
US07788491B1	Use of encryption for secure communication exchanges A system and method for exchanging secure communications between devices. A broadcast message is periodically transmitted. The broadcast message contains a public key. A response to the broadcast message is received from a client device. The response is encrypted with use of the public key. Further, the response contains the client's public key. Messages encrypted with the client's public key are communicated to the client device.
US07788483B1	Method and apparatus of identifying and enabling of functions of a trusted platform module device A method is disclosed for a certifying authority (CA) to establish a secure status and authenticity in an integrated circuit (IC). Cryptographic logic and certification logic are incorporated in the IC by an IC manufacturer. The cryptographic logic is operable to generate a cryptographic key intended to be communicated external to the IC. The certification logic includes a certification key intended for use in establishing a secure certification arrangement. The certification key is communicated securely to the CA and a secure certification arrangement is established between the CA and the IC using the certification key. During the secure certification arrangement, the cryptographic key is accessed by the CA to certify the cryptographic key associated with the IC and in response thereto the certification key is deleted and the secured certification arrangement is terminated.
US07788481B2	Computer network protection The computer system comprises a local network domain of communicating computers and a connection for communication with an external network. A gate device coupled between the local network and the connection is arranged to check files sent from the local network to the connection for the presence of a security tag in the file, and to send or not send on each file to the connection depending on detection of the presence or absence of the security tag in the file.
US07788468B1	Synchronization of threads in a cooperative thread array A “cooperative thread array,” or “CTA,” is a group of multiple threads that concurrently execute the same program on an input data set to produce an output data set. Each thread in a CTA has a unique thread identifier assigned at thread launch time that controls various aspects of the thread's processing behavior such as the portion of the input data set to be processed by each thread, the portion of an output data set to be produced by each thread, and/or sharing of intermediate results among threads. Different threads of the CTA are advantageously synchronized at appropriate points during CTA execution using a barrier synchronization technique in which barrier instructions in the CTA program are detected and used to suspend execution of some threads until a specified number of other threads also reaches the barrier point.
US07788467B2	Methods and apparatus for latency control in a multiprocessor system Methods and apparatus provide for a multiprocessor system including: a plurality of sub-processors operatively coupled to one another over a ring bus, whereby data may be transmitted over one or more paths on the ring bus between pairs of the sub-processors; and a plurality of programmable delay circuits, each associated with at least one of the sub-processors, and each being operable to alter a delay of data transfer at least one of into and out of its associated sub-processor in order to alter one or more latencies associated with the paths on the ring bus between pairs of the sub-processors.
US07788457B2	Method of controlling storage device controlling apparatus, and storage device controlling apparatus A storage device controlling apparatus includes: a plurality of channel controllers having a circuit board on which are formed a file access processing section receiving requests to input and output data in files as units from an information processing apparatus and an I/O processor outputting I/O requests corresponding to the requests to input and output data to a storage device; and a disk controller executing input and output of data into and from the storage device in response to the I/O requests sent from the I/O processors. In the storage device controlling apparatus, the disk controller performs a replication management processing whereby data is also written into a second logical volume to store a copy of the data in the second logical volume, when the data is written into a first logical volume.
US07788455B2	Memory pacing A method, system, and program for managing memory page requests in a multi-processor data processing system determines a threshold value of available memory, and dynamically adjusts an allocation time to fulfill a page request if the available memory is below a threshold value. The allocation time to fulfill the page request is based upon a percentage of available memory pages once a page stealer commences a scan for pages. An allocation wait time is inversely proportionally adjusted depending upon the percentage of available memory. The allocation wait time has a duration that increases in time as the percentage of available memory decreases and decreases in time as the percentage of available memory increases. More specifically, an average time per page to allocate a page including a scan time for the scan in computing the average time is determined. Then a tunable value is applied to the average time to determine a wait time. In a preferred embodiment, user defined values are received that would control the allocation wait time before fulfilling a page request.
US07788453B2	Redirection of storage access requests based on determining whether write caching is enabled Provided are a method, system, and article of manufacture, wherein a controller receives a request from one of a plurality of hosts. The controller determines whether a primary storage control unit coupled to the controller is operational. A response is generated by accessing the primary storage control unit, in response to determining that the primary storage control unit is operational. The response is generated by accessing a secondary storage control unit, in response to determining that the primary storage control unit is not operational, wherein data is replicated synchronously from the primary storage control unit to the secondary storage control unit.
US07788445B2	Intelligent allocation of programmable comparison operations for reducing the number of associative memory entries required Intelligent allocation of programmable comparison operations may reduce the number of associative memory entries required for programming an associative memory (e.g., ternary content-addressable memory) with multiple matching definitions (e.g., access control list entries, routing information, etc.), which may be particularly useful in identifying packet processing operations to be performed on packets in a packet switching device. The higher-cost comparison operations, in terms of the number of associative memory entries required to natively support such operations, are allocated to one or more comparison evaluators (e.g., programmable logic and/or processing elements configured to evaluate one or more comparison operations) configured to evaluate an input value with one or more of the programmable comparison operations in order to generate and provide one or more values representing results of the evaluations to one or more associative memories for use in identifying the packet processing operations.
US07788442B2	Computer memory accessible in either power state of the computer A system on a computer for providing access to data stored on the computer in either power state is provided. The system can include a memory module and an external data interface connector. The system can further include a data interface controller for managing a data interface to the memory module and a data interface to the external data interface connector. The system can further include a multiplexer conductively connecting the data interface controller with the memory module when the computer is powered on, the multiplexer conductively disconnecting the data interface controller from the memory module when the computer is powered off and the multiplexer conductively connecting the external data interface connector with the memory module when the computer is powered on.
US07788431B2	Dynamic I2C slave device address decoder Consistent with one example embodiment, a communications system uses an I2C serial data transfer bus that has a serial data line (110) and a clock line (120) used to implement a communications protocol. The communications system includes a slave device having address pins (400), each coupled to the serial data line, clock line, power line, or ground. Communications circuitry communicates with a master device in accordance with the communications protocol over the data transfer bus. Decoding circuitry detects a first state of the address pins (410), detects a second state of the address pins (420) subsequent to the detection of the first state, wherein one or more logic values of the address pins differ between the first state and the second state, and decodes a slave device address (430) as a functional relationship between the first state and the second state of the address pins.
US07788428B2	Multiplex mobile high-definition link (MHL) and USB 3.0 A portable electronic device includes a data input/output (I/O) circuit for communicating data to/from the electronic device, first logic operative to control the data I/O circuit in accordance with a first data transfer standard, wherein the first data transfer standard defines a first connector pin out, and second logic different from the first logic and operative to control the data I/O circuit in accordance with a second data transfer standard, wherein the second data transfer defines a second connector pin out different from the first connector pin out. The device also includes switching logic operative to selectively couple the first logic or the second logic to the data I/O circuit so as to enable operation of the data I/O circuit in accordance with the first data transfer standard or the second data transfer standard.
US07788426B2	Apparatus and method for initializing an elastic buffer An apparatus and method for initializing an elastic buffer are provided. The elastic buffer, a FIFO buffer, outputs and writes data according to a reading index and a writing index, respectively. First, a random number is generated. Then, the writing index is determined according to the random number and the reading index. Finally, the elastic buffer is initialized according to the writing index and the reading index.
US07788413B1	Method and system for handling commands requesting movement of a data storage medium between physical media libraries Embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for handling commands requesting movement of a data storage medium (magnetic tape, optical disk, or other medium) from a source media library to a destination media library using a pass through port. Prior to issuing commands requesting movement of the data storage medium from a source location to the pass through port and from the pass through port to a destination location, embodiments of the present invention can check the status of various locations (e.g., the destination location or pass through port) to determine if the movement requested in the original command can be completed successfully. Another embodiment of the present invention can maintain reservation flags for pass through ports so that the status of particular pass through ports can be determined and an available pass through port selected.
US07788408B2	Address translator, message processing method and equipment An address translator includes an SIP message detecting function. Upon detection of an SIP message, the address translator sends the SIP message to an SIP address translator. The SIP address translator extracts addresses for translation, and makes a query to the address translator. The SIP address translator translates an IP address included in the SIP message, using translation information of the address translator. Thus, an SIP communication is accomplished between terminals belonging to different regions in association of the address translator and the SIP address translator.
US07788402B1	Circuit for modification of a network packet by insertion or removal of a data segment A state machine circuit converts a first network packet into a second network packet according to modification actions from a textual language specification. Each modification action is either an insertion action inserting a data segment or a removal action removing a data segment. Each state corresponds to a pairing of a first data word from the first packet and a second data word from the second packet. Each state selects the data units of the second data word from the data segment of each insertion action and the data units of both the first and a prior data word. Each state specifies one or more next states including the state corresponding to the pairing of either the first or a next data word after the first data word in the first sequence and either the second or a next data word after the second data word in the second sequence.
US07788384B1	Virtual media network A system and method for setting up and reconfiguring a multimedia system dynamically to transport and process streams of multimedia data.
US07788381B2	System and method for router keep-alive control The real-time aspects of keep-alive generation are removed from the dynamic routing protocol (DRP) application and are embedded within a Unix-based operating system, which is programmed by DRP. A keep-alive control provides the ability to create a keep-alive message and a timeout interval on a TCP socket. Each socket can have an independent keep-alive message and timeout interval. A keep-alive message is sent whenever the TCP socket sends no normal user output for a duration exceeding the timeout interval. A timeout interval is normally specified in seconds and a keep-alive message is user definable and must not exceed a predetermined length in bytes. System calls are used to set the timeout interval and keep-alive message independently. Both a timeout and a keep-alive message must be set before the timeout becomes active.
US07788375B2	Coordinating the monitoring, management, and prediction of unintended changes within a grid environment A method, system, and program for coordinating the monitoring, management, and prediction of unintended changes within a grid environment are provided. A grid change controller within a particular grid environment detects an unintended change within that grid environment. In particular, grid change controller monitors potential change indicators received from multiple disparate resource managers across the grid environment, where each resource manage manages a selection of resources within the grid environment. The grid change controller then determines a necessary response to the unintended change within the grid environment and communicates with at least one independent manager within the grid environment to resolve the unintended change, such that the grid change controller facilitates recovery from the unintended change within the grid environment to maintain performance requirements within the grid environment.
US07788355B2	Print control program controlling printer connected to network When a personal computer (PC) fails in transmission of print direction to a printer or interactive communications, the following process is carried out. If there is no DHCP server, the printer on a network is searched for by broadcasting, using information specific to the printer. If a change in an IP address of the printer is detected, the printer-specific information within the PC is updated, and print port setting is updated. This can cope with the change in the IP address of the printer connected to the network.
US07788354B2	End-to-end service quality in a voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Network Apparatus and methods are provided for delivering end-to-end Quality of Service (QoS) over Internet Protocol (IP) networks. According to one embodiment, a portion of available bandwidth between a first and second network device is reserved as a Quality of Service (QoS) resource pool for real-time communication sessions among users of a first and second user community. The first network device is communicatively coupled with a packet network and associated with the first user community. The second network device is communicatively coupled with the packet network and associated with the second user community. End-to-end application QoS is provided between the first and second user communities by selectively admitting real-time communication sessions between the first user community and the second user community based upon currently available resources associated with the QoS resource pool and multiplexing the real-time communication sessions over a reservation protocol session between the first and second network devices.
US07788351B2	Scalable transfer feedback Scalable transfer feedback is described. In embodiment(s), a remote management service can establish a client session with a client device and provide an address that redirects the client device to a firmware download service to download executable program code. The firmware download service can initiate a download of the executable program code to the client device when the client device initiates a request for the executable program code. The firmware download service can also communicate a download status indicator to the client device when the download of the executable program code is initiated, and receive the download status indicator back from the client device when the download of the executable program code is complete.
US07788350B2	Software distribution application supporting operating system installations A software distribution application supporting the installation of operating systems on pristine computers is proposed. A new configuration element is added for virtually defining an operating system; the configuration element points to a corresponding image of the operating system on different pristine servers. Moreover, the pristine computers can be defined in a target database before they actually exist; each pristine computer subscribes to a reference model specifying the installation of the operating system. A plan is then generated with actions for installing the operating system on the pristine computers. When the plan is submitted for execution, a plug-in module associates each pristine computer with the image of the operating system on the respective pristine server. In this way, as soon as a pristine computer is turned on and transmits a remote installation request to the pristine server the associated image is automatically installed.
US07788341B1	Displaying results of server-side form validations without page refresh According to one embodiment of the invention, a technique is provided for validating user-entered data at a server without requiring a page refresh at a client. A server sends, toward a client, a page that comprises a form through which the client's user can input data. The page comprises instructions that cause the client to send, toward the server, data that the user inputted into the form. If the server determines that the data do not satisfy the specified criteria, the server sends an invalidity signal toward the client. The page also comprises instructions that cause the client to display a message in response to receiving the signal. In response to the signal, the client modifies the display of the page to include the message. All of the above is accomplished without the client requesting additional pages from the server, and without the server sending additional pages toward the client.
US07788338B2	Web services message processing runtime framework A method is described that involves processing a Web services message within an object oriented runtime environment. The processing involves executing a plurality of protocols to support a Web service that the message pertains to. Each one of the protocols perform one or more operations that contribute to a different part of the processing. The executing is hibernated by storing state information of the protocols externally from the protocols. The executing is resumed by loading the saved state information back into the protocols. The processing also involves identifying a message key within the message and using the message key to identify an endpoint method for the message. The method also involves executing the endpoint method to generate a response message to the message.
US07788334B2	Multiple node remote messaging A method for passing remote messages in a parallel computer system formed as a network of interconnected compute nodes includes that a first compute node (A) sends a single remote message to a remote second compute node (B) in order to control the remote second compute node (B) to send at least one remote message. The method includes various steps including controlling a DMA engine at first compute node (A) to prepare the single remote message to include a first message descriptor and at least one remote message descriptor for controlling the remote second compute node (B) to send at least one remote message, including putting the first message descriptor into an injection FIFO at the first compute node (A) and sending the single remote message and the at least one remote message descriptor to the second compute node (B).
US07788333B2	Systems and methods for providing critical information based on profile data Systems and methods for providing critical information to a user of a content providing service based on profile data associated with the user are disclosed. Such systems and methods can include storing a user profile that identifies a plurality of communication pathways via which a critical information alert can be provided to a user associated with the user profile. The critical information alert contains critical information provided by the content providing service. The user profile includes a respective set of decision criteria associated with each of the plurality of communication pathways. A satisfied set of decision criteria is identified from among the respective sets of decision criteria. The critical information alert is provided to the user via the communication pathway associated with the satisfied set of decision criteria.
US07788329B2	Throttling electronic communications from one or more senders A number and/or frequency of electronic data communications received from a sender or group of senders during a period of time may be monitored (e.g., counted). When more than a threshold number of electronic communications are communicated by the sender during the period of time, an ability of the sender to communicate messages may be affected.
US07788327B2	Device, program and method for assisting in preparing email An email preparation assisting device automatically produces human-relations information about human relations with a recipient to whom an email is to be sent. In order to realize this, term extraction member extracts terms from emails stored in a sent/received email storing section. Term usage frequency calculation member calculates the usage frequency of each extracted term, and adds it to the usage frequency of the term stored in a term usage frequency storing section. Human-relations information producing member weights human-relations basic information associated in advance with each term in a term association list for each communication partner with the usage frequency of the term for the communication partner stored in the term usage frequency storing section to produce human-relations information based on the result of the weighting operation. The produced human-relations information is stored in a human-relations information storing section separately for each communication partner.
US07788320B2	Method, device and system for producing small window at client in broadband data intelligent network The present invention discloses a method and a client for producing a small window at the client in a broadband data intelligent service, comprising: pre-setting a first module and a second module; while a user needs to use data service, obtaining, by the first module, the IP address of the client, and sending the IP address and authentication information input by the client to the portal server; upon receiving a past authentication message from the portal server, the first module making the second module to operate; and generating, by the second module, a small window to display the access information of the client and provide the user with operation buttons. Moreover, the present invention also discloses a method a device and a system for generating a user interface for a client terminal in a communication network.
US07788312B2	Apparatus and method for reducing errors in analog circuits while processing signals A method and apparatus processes signals in a set of analog circuit components of an analog circuit white enforcing a set of explicit constraints corresponding to a set of implicit constraints to reduce errors in output signals.
US07788306B2	On-demand numerical conversion An apparatus, program product and method provide on-demand numerical conversion of convertible numerical values such as measurements and monetary values. A numerical value that is displayed in a document such as a web page, and that is represented in a native unit, may be converted to a value represented in a local unit for a user viewing the document. That converted numerical value may then be displayed adjacent the original numerical value, and typically along with an indication of the local unit, in response to the user positioning a pointer over the original (unconverted) numerical value, so that the user can quickly comprehend the numerical value in units to which he or she is accustomed.
US07788304B2	Object management using a plurality of directories in recording apparatus Provided is a recording apparatus which records a plurality of object files each containing object data on a recording medium. The recording apparatus generates an object management file containing identification information of the object files, classifies the plurality of object files into a plurality of groups, generates group management files each containing entries designating files in the corresponding group with the identification information, and records the object management file and group management files on the recording medium.
US07788301B2	Metadata driven user interface A method (800) of displaying one or more data attributes, is disclosed. The displayed data attributes is associated with one or more portions of data. The method (800) dynamically compiles a list of one or more data attribute types according to an analysis of the one or more portions of data and associated data attributes. The one or more data attributes are then displayed.
US07788298B2	Method and mobile terminal for efficient file list creation The present invention relates to a method and mobile terminal that enable efficient creation of a file list. The file list creation method includes selecting a directory having at least one file, setting a reference search location to the beginning of the selected directory, reading a directory entry at the reference search location, determining the state of a file corresponding to the directory entry, and creating a file list using the directory entry and updating the reference search location according to the size of the directory entry if the corresponding file is an existing file.
US07788293B2	Generating structured information Structured and/or unstructured data about enterprises are acquired from one or more sources such as commercial data providers, enterprise web sites, and/or directory web sites. Strings are extracted from the unstructured data. The strings contain key, value pairs describing facts about the enterprises. The extracted strings are parsed to normalize the keys and values and place them in a machine-understandable structured representation. Some keys and/or values cannot be normalized. The facts are clustered with the enterprise to which they pertain. Normalized facts from different sources are compared and confidence levels and/or weights are assigned to the facts. These confidence levels and weights are used to select the facts that are displayed on a page for the enterprise in a directory.
US07788290B2	Automatic file conversion to a target format A conversion tool that is automatically launched enables file formats not understood by a given application to be opened by that application. The converter registers for file types that are not already associated with an application used by the system. When a file that is not supported by another application is opened, the converter automatically converts the file to the target format and then opens the file causing the application that is registered for the target format to be launched.
US07788287B2	System and method for storing and accessing data in an interlocking trees datastore A tree-based datastore comprising a forest of interconnected trees is generated and/or accessed. The tree-based datastore comprises a first tree that depends from a first root node and may include a plurality of branches. Each of the branches of the first tree ends in a leaf node. Each leaf node may represent an end product, as described more fully below. A second root of the same tree-based datastore is linked to each leaf node representing an end product. Hence, the second root is essentially a root to an inverted order of the first tree, but the first tree is not duplicated. Finally, the tree-based datastore comprises a plurality of trees in which the root node of each of these trees is an elemental node, as described more fully below. The root node of each of these trees may be linked to one or more nodes in one or more branches of the first tree. The nodes of the tree-based datastore contain only pointers to other nodes in the tree-based datastore. The roots of the trees in the forest of trees comprising the tree-based datastore may be linked to data.
US07788286B2	Method and apparatus for multi-contact scheduling A method and apparatus for generating an agent schedule for a multi-contact center that has immediate queues and deferred queues. In one embodiment, a method includes scheduling software receiving a plurality of scheduling data from a user interface, and the scheduling software generating a plurality of scheduling constraints. The method further includes a search engine using the plurality of scheduling constraints to generate a plurality of potential schedules including first potential schedules for immediate queues, and second potential schedules for deferred queues. The method further includes performing a first analysis on the first potential schedules to generate first estimated service levels, and performing a second analysis on the second potential schedules to generate second estimated service levels, wherein the first estimated service levels and the second estimated service levels are expressed in interchangeable units.
US07788283B2	On demand data proxy A system and process for enabling updates of an ink analysis document model are described.
US07788280B2	Method for visualisation of status data in an electronic system A method is disclosed for facilitating visualisation of status data in an electronic system. The status data comprises metadata including a plurality of information context categories. The status data also comprises data nodes, each data node including specific instances of a respective context category. The method starts with selecting possible data combinations and permutations of the information context categories, each permutation defining a respective hierarchy. For each permutation, information content of data for each node of the respective hierarchy is estimated and an informative tree and total entropy for all informative nodes are found. The permutation and the informative tree that has the lowest total entropy are then presented to the user.
US07788274B1	Systems and methods for category-based search Systems and methods for category-based search are described. In one described system, a computer program identifies an article having an attribute, determines a category associated with the article based at least in part on the article attribute, and stores in a data store a data record comprising a category-article pair identifier associated with the category and the article. A search query is received and executed on a data store comprising the association data record. In response, the association data record is received from the data store. Search results may be constructed and displayed using the association data record.
US07788271B2	Content distribution server, content distribution method, and program The present invention provides a content distribution server that allows the terminals owned by a same user to purchase content without repeating purchase processing once it has been executed only on one of these terminals. The content distribution server is made up of a content database storing the content identified by content ID in a plurality of files having different attributes and a user database storing the content IDs of the content purchased by the user identified by user ID. At the time of content purchase processing by a first terminal, this content distribution server registers the user ID of the first terminal in the user database. Subsequently, when a request for distribution comes from a second terminal, the content distribution server searches the user database of the second terminal for the content having an attribute available to the second terminal on the basis of the user ID of the second terminal without executing the purchase processing and distributes the retrieved content to the second terminal.
US07788268B2	In-place sorting using node specific mask width A method and system for in-place sorting S sequences of binary bits stored contiguously in an array within a memory device of a computer system prior to the sorting. Each sequence includes contiguous fields of bits. Program code is executed at each node of a linked execution structure in a hierarchical sequence. Each node includes a segment of the array. Executing program code at each node includes: identifying R sequences of the S sequences at each node; ascertaining a mask width W that is specific to each node and is a function of R; dividing the R sequences of the node into G groups of sequences based on a mask field having the mask width W, wherein G=2W; and in-place rearranging the R sequences, wherein the rearranging results in each group including only those sequences having the unique mask value of the group.
US07788260B2	Ranking search results based on the frequency of clicks on the search results by members of a social network who are within a predetermined degree of separation Search results, including sponsored links and algorithmic search results, are generated in response to a query, and are marked based on frequency of clicks on the search results by members of social network who are within a predetermined degree of separation from the member who submitted the query. The markers are visual tags and comprise either a text string or an image.
US07788258B1	Automatic determination of whether a document includes an image gallery Image galleries are automatically located within documents, such as web pages. Documents that are determined to contain image galleries may be treated differently when storing the document for later retrieval by an image search engine. In one implementation, the image galleries are automatically located within a document by calculating position information indicating relative positions of images in the document. The document may be determined to contain an image gallery when the position information indicates that the images in the document are generally evenly distributed.

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