Patents by Inventor David Mann
David Mann has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 11983027Abstract: A wireless load control system for controlling one or more electrical loads comprises a wireless control device (e.g., a gateway device) able to obtain a present time from a server via a network (e.g., the Internet), control the electrical loads according to a timeclock schedule, and disable the timeclock schedule if the present time is not able to be obtained from the server via the network. The wireless control device may also be able to obtain the present time from a digital message received from an external device (e.g., a smart phone or a tablet device) via the network. The wireless control device may be configured to receive a control signal indicating a power outage (e.g., from a battery backup device), and to operate in a low-power mode in response to receiving the control signal indicating the power outage.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2022Date of Patent: May 14, 2024Assignee: Lutron Technology Company LLCInventors: Benjamin F. Bard, David J. Dolan, Timothy Mann, Christopher M. Riedl
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Patent number: 11933284Abstract: A vacuum exhaust system includes a plurality of turbo pumps that evacuate a plurality of vacuum chambers. A plurality of chamber valves are positioned between the turbo pumps and the plurality of vacuum chambers. A plurality of branch channels are each connected to a corresponding exhaust of the plurality of turbo pumps and a main channel is formed from a confluence of the branch channels. A booster vacuum pump is connected to the main channel. A backing vacuum pump is connected to an exhaust of the booster vacuum pump. A plurality of bypass channels, each having a valve, provide a fluid communication path between at least some of the plurality of vacuum chambers and the booster vacuum pump.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2019Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: Edwards LimitedInventors: Nigel Paul Schofield, Christopher Mark Bailey, Michael Andrew Galtry, Andrew David Mann
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Patent number: 11924000Abstract: A load control system may include control devices for controlling power provided to an electrical load. The control devices may include an input device and a load control device. The load control system may include a hub device. The hub device may include a communication circuit and a control circuit. The communication circuit may be configured to receive a digital message from the control device. The control circuit may be configured to determine, based on content of the digital message, whether the control device has experienced a power removal event. The hub device may send, via the communication circuit, a power removal event indication to the control device of whether the control device has experienced the power removal event.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2023Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: Lutron Technology Company LLCInventors: Ankit Bhutani, Timothy Mann, David T. Saveri, III
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Patent number: 11919307Abstract: A single pass inkjet printer that utilizes a modular printing system with one or more self-contained printing modules, where each printing module is easy to remove and replace from a large printing machine, thus resulting in an overall system that is easy to service and maintain Each module is a self-contained printer including an ink supply, printhead drive electronics, and printhead assembly in order to provide one color or fluid of inkjet printing capability. Each module includes a precise three-point compliant self-aligning mount system to obtain accurate printhead positioning, and a unique integrated printhead tending system that includes a compact movable vacuum knife for cleaning the printheads, and a printhead capping station for sealing and protecting the printheads from the ambient environment when not in use.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2019Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: Prototype and Production Systems, Inc.Inventors: Willard Charles Raymond, Charles Carlson Langford, Nathan Albert Bergman, Michael Laurence Beauchene, Anthony David Kaufhold, Richard Charles Raymond, Nicholas Todd Mann
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Publication number: 20230414704Abstract: Compositions and methods useful for delivery of targeted therapies for pulmonary arterial hypertension, sepsis, cancer and cachexia. The compositions and methods are based on peptide pharmacophores that selectively bind to and home to diseased tissue and enable targeted therapies to affect a beneficial therapeutic result. Peptide pharmacophores may selectively target tumor vasculature, regenerating tissue, wounded tissue, inflamed tissue, fibrotic tissue, remodeled tissue, tissue characterized by elevated heparanase levels, and have the ability to internalize into such diseased cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Inventors: David Mann, Erkki Ruoslahti, Masanobu Komatsu
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Patent number: 11642391Abstract: Compositions and methods useful for delivery of targeted therapies for pulmonary arterial hypertension, sepsis, cancer and cachexia. The compositions and methods are based on peptide pharmacophores that selectively bind to and home to diseased tissue and enable targeted therapies to affect a beneficial therapeutic result. Peptide pharmacophores may selectively target tumor vasculature, regenerating tissue, wounded tissue, inflamed tissue, fibrotic tissue, remodeled tissue, tissue characterized by elevated heparanase levels, and have the ability to internalize into such diseased cells.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2015Date of Patent: May 9, 2023Assignee: Vascular BiosciencesInventors: David Mann, Erkki Ruoslahti, Masanobu Komatsu
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Publication number: 20230137434Abstract: A conjugate for treating an individual suffering from a disease, wherein the conjugate is comprised of: a targeting peptide comprising a sequence substantially identical to CAR, or a variant thereof; and at least one therapeutic molecule and methods for making and administering same. Also disclosed is a combination product for use in the treatment of a disease, wherein the combination product comprises: (a) a targeting peptide comprising a sequence substantially identical to CAR, or a variant thereof; (b) a liposome, wherein the targeting peptide is encapsulated within the liposome; and (c) an effective amount of an anti-inflammatory agent and methods for making and administering same.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2021Publication date: May 4, 2023Inventor: David Mann
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Patent number: 11524077Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods useful for oral delivery of targeted therapies for pulmonary diseases, fibrotic disorders and cancer. The compositions and methods are based on peptide sequences that selectively bind to and home to diseased tissue and enable targeted therapies to affect a beneficial therapeutic result. The disclosed targeting is useful for oral delivery of therapeutic and detectable agents to diseased tissue in an animal.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignee: Vascular BioSciencesInventor: David Mann
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Publication number: 20220017337Abstract: A lifting device (1, 14, 18, 28, 31, 36, 46, 50) has three booms (2, 19) of adjustable length, which in each case have a first end section (4, 20) and a second end section (5, 21) opposite the first end section (4, 20). While the first end sections (4, 20) of all booms (2, 19) are articulatedly connected to one another, the second end sections (5, 21) are articulatedly and rotatably mounted in respective bearings (7, 24, 29). The bearings (7, 24, 29) are thereby arranged at fixed positions relative to one another. Furthermore, in each boom (2, 19) at least the first end section (4, 20) can be rotated about the longitudinal axis of the boom (2, 19) with respect to the second end section (5, 21). In particular, the booms (2, 19) always form a tripod, which is characterized by a high stability. The lifting device (1, 14, 18, 28, 31, 36, 46, 50) is therefore suitable for lifting very heavy loads, wherein greater ranges can be achieved compared to known lifting devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 17, 2020Publication date: January 20, 2022Inventor: David MANN
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Publication number: 20220010788Abstract: A vacuum exhaust system includes a plurality of low pressure vacuum pumps that operate in a molecular flow region and evacuate a plurality of vacuum chambers. A plurality of chamber valves are positioned between the low pressure vacuum pumps and the plurality of vacuum chambers. A plurality of branch channels are each connected to a corresponding exhaust of the plurality of low pressure vacuum pumps and a main channel is formed from a confluence of the branch channels. An intermediate vacuum pump is connected to the main channel and operates in a viscous flow region. A higher pressure vacuum pump operates in a higher pressure viscous flow region and is connected to an exhaust of the intermediate pressure vacuum pump. A plurality of bypass channels, each having a valve, provide a fluid communication path between at least some of the plurality of vacuum chambers and a higher pressure vacuum pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2019Publication date: January 13, 2022Inventors: Nigel Paul Schofield, Christopher Mark Bailey, Michael Andrew Galtry, Andrew David Mann
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Patent number: 10955078Abstract: An attenuator for high pressure fluid systems includes a shielding stud including first and second ends and a cylindrical space extending therebetween. The attenuator comprises a cylindrical, attenuator body disposed within the cylindrical space and defining a pressure chamber therein. First and second seal heads are positioned within first and second ends of said shielding stud and coupled to the attenuator body using a tensioner assembly and a plug threadingly coupled to first and second inner threaded surfaces of the shielding stud in first and second ends thereof.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2018Date of Patent: March 23, 2021Assignee: Grace Precision Products, LLCInventor: Michael David Mann
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Publication number: 20210046148Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for triggering disease selective macropinocytosis. The compositions can serve as a marker of disease activity and as a trigger of enhanced macropinocytosis in tissues undergoing disease remodeling such as wound healing, cancer, PAH, inflammation, diabetes, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, diseases of the endometrium, psoriasis, irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, fibrotic disorders, interstitial cystitis, autoimmune diseases, asthma, acute lung injury, and adult respiratory distress syndrome. The compositions can also serve as a receptor for disease selective cell penetrating peptides in the cells and extracellular matrix of diseased tissues.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2020Publication date: February 18, 2021Inventor: David Mann
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Publication number: 20200345850Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods useful for oral delivery of targeted therapies for pulmonary diseases, fibrotic disorders and cancer. The compositions and methods are based on peptide sequences that selectively bind to and home to diseased tissue and enable targeted therapies to affect a beneficial therapeutic result. The disclosed targeting is useful for oral delivery of therapeutic and detectable agents to diseased tissue in an animal.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2020Publication date: November 5, 2020Inventor: David Mann
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Publication number: 20200277621Abstract: Provided are methods, vectors and gene constructs for enhancing expression of a recombinant nucleic acid sequence in transgenic plants and plant tissues. According to the present invention, nucleic acid sequences are obtained and/or derived from the 3? untranslated regions of Zea mays chlorophyll a/b binding protein gene and engineered to flank respective portions of a selected coding region of a vector. The vector construct may be introduced into plants and/or plant tissues through conventional or gene targeting procedures, resulting in enhanced expression of the selected coding region. In some embodiments, the selected coding region is a chimeric gene or gene fragment expressing one or more proteins known to impart a level of insecticidal activity to a transgenic plant and/or plant tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2018Publication date: September 3, 2020Applicant: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: Delkin O. Gonzalez, David Mann, John Davies, James Patrick Connell, Jeffrey Church, Holly Jean Butler, Megan Sopko, Kristina M. Woodall
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Patent number: 10731171Abstract: This disclosure concerns compositions and methods for promoting transcription of a nucleotide sequence in a plant or plant cell, employing a promoter from a Zea mays KN1 gene. Some embodiments relate to a promoter from a Zea mays KN1 gene that functions in plants to promote transcription of operably linked nucleotide sequences.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2019Date of Patent: August 4, 2020Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: John Davies, David Mann, James Patrick Connell, William T. Beeson, IV
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Publication number: 20200193334Abstract: A method and system for setting a performance event includes collecting information from fans regarding their interest in a performance, and determining whether or not to set the performance and/or determining a parameter of the event for setting a performance based on the received responses.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2019Publication date: June 18, 2020Inventor: Shaye David Mann
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Publication number: 20200109808Abstract: An attenuator for high pressure fluid systems is provided. The attenuator includes a shielding stud including first and second ends, a cylindrical space extending therebetween, and a housing fixedly coupled to the first end. The attenuator includes a body disposed within the cylindrical space and defining a pressure chamber therein. The body includes an engaging wall extending axially beyond an opening to the pressure chamber and defines a sealing chamber therein. A seal head positioned within the sealing chamber is coupled to the body using a tensioner assembly coupled to the engaging wall. The seal head is engaged with the body first end to define a seal therebetween and an end cap is coupled to the second end of the shielding stud and the seal head. The end cap can apply a compressive force to the seal head to compress the seal head against the body and apply a tensile load to the shielding stud.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2018Publication date: April 9, 2020Inventor: Michael David Mann
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Patent number: 10443065Abstract: This disclosure concerns compositions and methods for promoting transcription and translation of a nucleotide sequence in a plant or plant cell, employing a promoter and/or a 3?UTR from Zea mays Zrp2 gene. Some embodiments relate to a promoter from a Zea mays Zrp2 gene that is operably linked to a Zea mays Ubiquitin 1 intron and functions in plants to promote transcription of operably linked nucleotide sequences. Other embodiments relate to a 3? UTR from a Zea mays Zrp2 gene that functions in plants to terminate transcription of operably linked nucleotide sequences.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2016Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: Delkin O. Gonzalez, Megan Sopko, Jeffrey Church, James Patrick Connell, Kristina M. Woodall, David Mann
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Publication number: 20190263852Abstract: Provided are deglycosylation methods designed to optimize the yield of a Veratrum alkaloid from Veratrum plant material and/or from an extract of Veratrum plant material.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2018Publication date: August 29, 2019Inventors: Gamini Senerath Jayatilake, Steven L. Richheimer, David A. Mann
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Publication number: 20190161762Abstract: This disclosure concerns compositions and methods for promoting transcription of a nucleotide sequence in a plant or plant cell, employing a promoter from a Zea mays KN1 gene. Some embodiments relate to a promoter from a Zea mays KN1 gene that functions in plants to promote transcription of operably linked nucleotide sequences.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2019Publication date: May 30, 2019Applicant: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: John Davies, David Mann, James Patrick Connell, William T. Beeson, IV