Patents Examined by Ken Nguyen
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Patent number: 9561448Abstract: One example embodiment includes a mobile action sports ramp. The mobile action sports ramp includes an incline portion connected to a vehicle portion by a hinge. The incline portion includes a lower incline portion connected to an upper incline portion by a hinge. The lower incline portion folds onto the upper incline portion and the incline portion then rests upon the vehicle portion when the mobile action sports ramp is collapsed and capable of transportation. The lower incline portion unfolds into alignment with the upper incline portion and the incline portion then raises up when the mobile action sports ramp is erected and capable of use in various action sports. Methods for erecting and collapsing a mobile action sports ramp are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: February 7, 2017Inventor: John Bethers
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Patent number: 9109741Abstract: A suspended flying system having a load suspended by a plurality of flexible support members. The plurality of flexible support members are attached to a first rotational element attached to the load and a second rotational element attached to a support. The system also includes a motor operably connected to the first rotational element provides sufficient motion to the plurality of flexible support members to render the flexible support members visually transparent, the load being movable within a space. A method for suspending a load from visually transparent flexible support members is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2014Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Inventors: James Kempf, Adam Davis
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Patent number: 9107723Abstract: An improved system and method for the design, creation and installation of implant-supported dental prostheses is provided. A network accessible portal facilitates communication among a dental professional, a scanning center, a manufacturing center and others in the design and production of a dental drill guide and prosthesis, utilizing cone beam imaging, a rotatable 3-dimension representation of a patient's jaw, virtual placement of one or more implants and virtual testing prior to manufacture. Dental professionals may access the portal on a subscription or non-subscription basis.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2006Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Assignee: BENSON LUTHER HALLInventors: Benson Luther Hall, Walter Raleigh Beam
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Patent number: 8577694Abstract: A system includes a Healthcare Advisory System (HAS) module and a server. The HAS module may send user location information to the server. Based on user information and environment information stored on the server, an alert may be generated and sent to a user via the HAS module.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2011Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc.Inventor: Muzaffer Kanaan
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Patent number: 8374888Abstract: A system, method and computer software that provides for a computer implemented system and method for comprehensive reinforcement of human behavior by capturing environmental information for participants and reinforcing their daily choices in their environments. Unique applications of technology are used to record, reinforce and document the desired behavior activities of participants in order to track, promote, encourage and further reward the desired behavior.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2006Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Ace Ideas, LLCInventors: Alison C. Earles, Jeffrey Pawlan
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Patent number: 8185416Abstract: An insurance program that provides improved health care and longevity by emphasizing health improvement and maintenance for members of a group. After a predetermined waiting period from the time insurance is purchased by the group, during which the health status of the members is maintained or improved, the insured group may link the insurance policy with one or more other types of insurance policies, such as; disability, nursing home, etc. Throughout the life of the policy, portions of the premiums may be deposited in an account for the benefit of the group or for each member of the group, provided that the overall health of the group or the member is maintained or improved. The account may be utilized to pay or help pay for the linked insurance and may also be utilized for retirement benefits.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2010Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Inventor: Neil L. Jacobson
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Patent number: 8140360Abstract: A system for processing insurance coverage requests. An insurance data processing system (IDPS) implements a method that processes the requests. The IDPS receives at least one request from a customer relating to insurance coverage for the customer. Each request independently requests activation or deactivation of the insurance coverage. The requests are ordered in a time sequence if the at least one request includes more than one request. The IDPS verifies, for each request received, that it is permissible for the IDPS to accommodate each request. After each request is verified, the IDPS archives each request in a non-volatile storage medium of the IDPS.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2010Date of Patent: March 20, 2012Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventor: Derek Kwan
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Patent number: 8074563Abstract: A griddle for a cooking appliance is disclosed. The griddle includes a griddle plate of a first material having a first thermal conductivity; a heat spreading plate of a second material having a second thermal conductivity which is greater than the first thermal conductivity; and at least one clamping member for clamping the griddle plate and the heat spreading plate together.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2009Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Howard Richard Bowles, John Adam Yantis
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Patent number: 8000979Abstract: A system for making the process of registering at and receiving treatment in a healthcare facility more efficient and safe has been developed. The system utilizes computer communications network-based systems, software, various input and output stations, and a patient identification card (e.g., Loyalty Card) that work together to allow (a) providers to direct, track, and optimize the efficiency of patient activity and (b) patients to have ready access to their status and, in some cases, control of the healthcare process.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2005Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Inventor: Michael G. Blom