Patents by Inventor James R Brown
James R Brown 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: 6870398Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for distributing memory within one or more regions of circuitry that perform logic functions (or other types of functions that require dense interconnect structures) on an integrated circuit. The distributed memory reduces high density routing congestion, allows increased logic utilization, and provides areas for additional interconnect structure. Various techniques are also disclosed for accessing the memory.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2003Date of Patent: March 22, 2005Assignee: AMI Semiconductor, Inc.Inventors: James R. Brown, Charles A. Edmondson, Brian R. Kauffmann
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Patent number: 6816401Abstract: An SRAM memory includes a pull-up device coupled to each row of word lines in an array of SRAM cells. The pull-up devices are sized such that when a row is selected, the time for the associated word line to fully charge is sufficiently slow such that data stored in the selected SRAM cells are not corrupted during a read operation. By slowly charging the word lines, the corresponding access transistors are also slowly turned on, resulting in the coupled bit lines slowly charging or discharging from the data stored in the SRAM cell. Because there is not a sudden large charge transfer between the stored data and the coupled bit line, the data will not be corrupted during a read operation, and read precharge circuitry is not required.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2003Date of Patent: November 9, 2004Assignee: AMI Semiconductor, Inc.Inventors: Brian R. Kauffmann, Charles A. Edmondson, James R. Brown
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Publication number: 20040212396Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for distributing memory within one or more regions of circuitry that perform logic functions (or other types of functions that require dense interconnect structures) on an integrated circuit. The distributed memory reduces high density routing congestion, allows increased logic utilization, and provides areas for additional interconnect structure. Various techniques are also disclosed for accessing the memory.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2003Publication date: October 28, 2004Inventors: James R. Brown, Charles A. Edmondson, Brian R. Kauffmann
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Publication number: 20040196686Abstract: An SRAM memory includes a pull-up device coupled to each row of word lines in an array of SRAM cells. The pull-up devices are sized such that when a row is selected, the time for the associated word line to fully charge is sufficiently slow such that data stored in the selected SRAM cells are not corrupted during a read operation. By slowly charging the word lines, the corresponding access transistors are also slowly turned on, resulting in the coupled bit lines slowly charging or discharging from the data stored in the SRAM cell. Because there is not a sudden large charge transfer between the stored data and the coupled bit line, the data will not be corrupted during a read operation, and read precharge circuitry is not required.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2003Publication date: October 7, 2004Inventors: Brian R. Kauffmann, Charles A. Edmondson, James R. Brown
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Patent number: 6652841Abstract: A two component antiplaque dentifrice composition is disclosed which comprises first and second dentifrice components containing an enzyme such as papain and a metal salt such as stannous fluoride, the first and second dentifrice components being maintained separate from the other until dispensed for application to teeth.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2002Date of Patent: November 25, 2003Assignee: Colgate Palmolive CompanyInventors: James R. Brown, Lori H. Szeles, Susan M. Herles, Michael Prencipe, James G. Masters
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Patent number: 6412911Abstract: An ink tank and ink tank support structure which contains structural elements which are designed to permit proper installation of the ink tank in the ink tank support structure while minimizing the chances of improper installation of the ink tank in the ink tank structure. A primary ink tank seal is provided in the ink tank, and a relatively low compressive force seal is provided between the ink tank support structure and the ink tank to reduce leakage of fluid from the tank and limit evaporation of fluid from the tank despite repeated insertions and removals of the ink tank from the ink tank support structure. A variable capacity ink tank and an ink tank with staggered height walls are disclosed, as well as a code reader for determining characteristics of ink tanks.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2000Date of Patent: July 2, 2002Assignee: Xerox CorporationInventors: Brian S. Hilton, Edward M. Carrese, Eric A. Merz, Steven R. Moore, James R. Brown, Arthur J. Sobon
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Patent number: 6390615Abstract: An ink tank and ink tank support structure which contains structural elements which are designed to permit proper installation of the ink in the ink tank support structure while minimizing the chances of improper installation of the ink tank in the ink tank structure. A primary ink tank seal is provided in the ink tank, and a relatively low compressive force seal is provided between the ink tank support structure and the ink tank to reduce leakage of fluid from tank and limit evaporation of fluid from the tank despite repeated insertions and removals of the ink tank from the ink tank support structure. A variable capacity ink tank and an ink tank with staggered height walls are disclosed, as well as a code reader for determining characteristics of ink tanks.Type: GrantFiled: November 28, 2000Date of Patent: May 21, 2002Assignee: Xerox CorporationInventors: Edward M. Carrese, Brian S. Hilton, Eric A. Merz, James R. Brown, Steven R. Moore, Arthur J. Sobon, Hiep Nguyen, Kenneth W. Altfather
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Patent number: 6329168Abstract: The invention provides ileS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding ileS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing ileS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 1997Date of Patent: December 11, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corp.Inventors: James R. Brown, Deborah D. Jaworski, Elizabeth J. Lawlor, Min Wang
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Patent number: 6296970Abstract: A connector assembly connects a plurality of battery cells in a serial/parallel arrangement. Each battery cell includes a cover and a canister having a side and a bottom. Each battery cell is constructed such that a segment of the side of the canister forms a top crimped portion that retains the cover and is electrically isolated from the cover. The connector assembly includes a conductive weld cup. The conductive weld cup includes a bordered portion and recessed portion. The bordered portion includes a first side wall and a ledge that is substantially planar. The recessed portion is recessed within the ledge. The recessed portion includes a recessed portion and a floor that is substantially planar. The first side wall includes an integrated tab projecting from it. An inner surface of the bordered portion engages an outer surface of the side and the bottom of the canister of an upper adjacent battery cell. An outer surface of the floor engages a cover of a lower adjacent battery cell.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2000Date of Patent: October 2, 2001Assignee: Moltech Power Systems, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Killebrew, Martin C. Orler, Thomas F. Shea, James R. Brown, Harvey C. Hilderbrand, Vincent Puglisi, David L. DeVries
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Patent number: 6277965Abstract: The invention provides cysS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding cysS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing cysS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2000Date of Patent: August 21, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6276780Abstract: An ink tank and ink tank support structure which contains structural elements which are designed to permit proper installation of the ink tank in the ink tank support structure while minimizing the chances of improper installation of the ink tank in the ink tank structure. A primary ink tank seal is provided in the ink tank, and a relatively low compressive force seal is provided between the ink tank support structure and the ink tank to reduce leakage of fluid from the tank and limit evaporation of fluid from the tank despite repeated insertions and removals of the ink tank from the ink tank support structure. A variable capacity ink tank and an ink tank with staggered height walls are disclosed, as well as a code reader for determining characteristics of ink tanks.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2000Date of Patent: August 21, 2001Assignee: Xerox CorporationInventors: Edward M. Carrese, Brian S. Hilton, Eric A. Merz, Steven R. Moore, James R. Brown, Arthur J. Sobon
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Patent number: 6265188Abstract: The invention provides aspS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding aspS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing aspS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 1999Date of Patent: July 24, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R. Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6214595Abstract: The invention provides phenylalanyl tRNA synthetase (pheS) pheS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding phenylalanyl tRNA synthetase (pheS) pheS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides from Chlamydia trachomatis by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing pheS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 1999Date of Patent: April 10, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6207162Abstract: The invention provides aspS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding aspS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing aspS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 1999Date of Patent: March 27, 2001Assignees: SmithKline Beecham Corporation, SmithKline Beecham, plc.Inventors: James R. Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6187561Abstract: The invention provides hisS polynucleotides which encode hisS polypeptide, polynucleotides related thereto, and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing the hisS polynucleotides and polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds and for the detection of pathogens.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 1998Date of Patent: February 13, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6177269Abstract: The invention provides aroA polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding aroA polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing aroA polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 1999Date of Patent: January 23, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation,Inventors: James R. Brown, Alison F. Chalker, Lisa K. Shilling Katz, Marie Jean Mazzulla, David J. Payne, Christopher M. Traini
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Patent number: 6174714Abstract: The invention provides lysS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding lysS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing lysS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 1999Date of Patent: January 16, 2001Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6057432Abstract: The invention provides cysS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding cysS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing cysS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1997Date of Patent: May 2, 2000Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
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Patent number: 6051413Abstract: The invention provides valS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding valS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing valS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 1998Date of Patent: April 18, 2000Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R. Brown, Deborah D. Jaworski, Elizabeth J. Lawlor, Min Wang
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Patent number: 6001602Abstract: The invention provides ileS polypeptides and DNA (RNA) encoding ileS polypeptides and methods for producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. Also provided are methods for utilizing ileS polypeptides to screen for antibacterial compounds.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1997Date of Patent: December 14, 1999Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard