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).

  • Patent number: 6870398
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2005
    Assignee: AMI Semiconductor, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Charles A. Edmondson, Brian R. Kauffmann
  • Patent number: 6816401
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Assignee: AMI Semiconductor, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian R. Kauffmann, Charles A. Edmondson, James R. Brown
  • Publication number: 20040212396
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2003
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Charles A. Edmondson, Brian R. Kauffmann
  • Publication number: 20040196686
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2003
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventors: Brian R. Kauffmann, Charles A. Edmondson, James R. Brown
  • Patent number: 6652841
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2003
    Assignee: Colgate Palmolive Company
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Lori H. Szeles, Susan M. Herles, Michael Prencipe, James G. Masters
  • Patent number: 6412911
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Xerox Corporation
    Inventors: Brian S. Hilton, Edward M. Carrese, Eric A. Merz, Steven R. Moore, James R. Brown, Arthur J. Sobon
  • Patent number: 6390615
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Xerox Corporation
    Inventors: Edward M. Carrese, Brian S. Hilton, Eric A. Merz, James R. Brown, Steven R. Moore, Arthur J. Sobon, Hiep Nguyen, Kenneth W. Altfather
  • Patent number: 6329168
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corp.
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Deborah D. Jaworski, Elizabeth J. Lawlor, Min Wang
  • Patent number: 6296970
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Assignee: Moltech Power Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel Killebrew, Martin C. Orler, Thomas F. Shea, James R. Brown, Harvey C. Hilderbrand, Vincent Puglisi, David L. DeVries
  • Patent number: 6277965
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6276780
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2001
    Assignee: Xerox Corporation
    Inventors: Edward M. Carrese, Brian S. Hilton, Eric A. Merz, Steven R. Moore, James R. Brown, Arthur J. Sobon
  • Patent number: 6265188
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6214595
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6207162
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Assignees: SmithKline Beecham Corporation, SmithKline Beecham, plc.
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6187561
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6177269
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation,
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Alison F. Chalker, Lisa K. Shilling Katz, Marie Jean Mazzulla, David J. Payne, Christopher M. Traini
  • Patent number: 6174714
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2001
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6057432
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2000
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard
  • Patent number: 6051413
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2000
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R. Brown, Deborah D. Jaworski, Elizabeth J. Lawlor, Min Wang
  • Patent number: 6001602
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 14, 1999
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: James R Brown, Elizabeth J Lawlor, Raymond W Reichard