Patents by Inventor Michael Atkinson
Michael Atkinson 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: 8123696Abstract: A coherence value or category for an animal subject is calculated, and a corresponding coherence indication is provided to a human subject. In one embodiment, the beat-to-beat changes in the animal subject's heart rate is monitored, and used to calculate a coherence value, which may be representative of a coherence category. The coherence value may be determined by the power distribution of the heart rate variability data for the animal subject. In another embodiment, the degree of synchronization between an animal subject's coherence and an associated human subject's coherence may be determined and provided as feedback.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2007Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Doc L. Childre, Rollin McCraty, Michael A. Atkinson, David Joffe
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Publication number: 20120042708Abstract: A machine may include a plurality of stations, e.g., for performing progressive die-necking of open-ended container bodies. A conveyer may be provided to index the open-ended container bodies in a linear manner through the machine from station to station.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2011Publication date: February 23, 2012Inventors: Evan D. Watkins, Michael Atkinson
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Publication number: 20120034710Abstract: A method for determining the amount of NT-proBNP in blood samples from animals. The method includes detecting degradation products of NT-proBNP by various methods, including using antibodies, kits and device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Applicant: IDEXX LABORATORIES, INC.Inventors: Mahalakshmi Yerramilli, Michael Atkinson, Murthy V.S.N. Yerramilli
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Patent number: 8096156Abstract: Apparatus and method for forming (e.g. die necking) open ends of open-ended metal container bodies. An exemplary embodiment provides a number of movable holders for container bodies that move the container bodies along a path extending through the apparatus. A motor advances the holders and container bodies along the path in steps with pauses between each step. Each step advances one or more container bodies (and preferably two or more). One or more groups of work stations positioned adjacent to the path provides tool sets for carrying out a forming operation on one (and preferably two or more) container bodies simultaneously. Individual container bodies, or more preferably groups of two or more, are subjected to one or more forming operations during passage along the path (preferably the periphery of one or more star wheels).Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2007Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Crown Packaging Technology, Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Olson, Harold Cook, Jr., Michael Atkinson, Randy Worwag, Peter Kubisa, Chris Reynolds, Larry Patchen
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Patent number: 8066637Abstract: Method and apparatus for determining the state of entrainment between biological systems which exhibit oscillatory behavior such as heart rhythms, respiration, blood pressure waves and low frequency brain waves based on a determination of heart rate variability (HRV) and an evaluation of the power spectrum thereof. Entrainment reflects a harmonious balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system within the body. This internal state of heightened physiological efficiency enhances health and promotes optimal performance. According to one embodiment a method is used to determine the entrainment level based on an entrainment parameter related to HRV. The method first determines the power distribution spectrum (PSD) and then calculates an entrainment parameter (EP), which is a measure of the power distribution in the HRV spectrum.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2008Date of Patent: November 29, 2011Assignee: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Doc L. Childre, Rollin I. McCraty, Michael A. Atkinson
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Publication number: 20110110381Abstract: Back pressure is mapped within a network, and primary bottlenecks are distinguished from dependent bottlenecks. Further, the presently disclosed technology is capable of performing network healing operations designed to reduce the data load on primary bottlenecks while ignoring dependent bottlenecks. Still further, the presently disclosed technology teaches identifying and/or suggesting a switch port for adding a node to the network. More specifically, various implementations analyze traffic load and back pressure in a network, identify primary and dependent bottlenecks, resolve the primary bottlenecks, collect new node parameters, and/or select a switch port for the new node. Further, a command can be sent to a selected switch to activate an indicator on the selected port. New node parameters may include new node type, maximum load, minimum load, time of maximum load, time of minimum load and type of data associated with the new node.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2009Publication date: May 12, 2011Applicant: Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Atkinson, Vineet Abraham, Sathish Gnanasekaran, Rishi Sinha
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Publication number: 20110110241Abstract: Back pressure is mapped within a network, and primary bottlenecks are distinguished from dependent bottlenecks. Further, the presently disclosed technology is capable of performing network healing operations designed to reduce the data load on primary bottlenecks while ignoring dependent bottlenecks. Still further, the presently disclosed technology teaches identifying and/or suggesting a switch port for adding a node to the network. More specifically, various implementations analyze traffic load and back pressure in a network, identify primary and dependent bottlenecks, resolve the primary bottlenecks, collect new node parameters, and/or select a switch port for the new node. Further, a command can be sent to a selected switch to activate an indicator on the selected port. New node parameters may include new node type, maximum load, minimum load, time of maximum load, time of minimum load and type of data associated with the new node.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2009Publication date: May 12, 2011Applicant: Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Atkinson, Vineet Abraham, Sathish Gnanasekaran, Rishi Sinha
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Publication number: 20100204303Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions useful for administering an oligonucleotide to an animal in need thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions include nano-particles or micro-particles of (i) a protonated oligonucleotide and (ii) a pharmaceutically acceptable organic base or include nano-particles or micro-particles of (i) an oligonucleotide and (ii) a divalent metal ion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2008Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.Inventors: Yerramilli V.S.N. Murthy, Michael Atkinson
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Publication number: 20100041967Abstract: Systems and methods for electrophysiological detection and measurement of intuition are disclosed. In one embodiment, one or more electrophysiological properties of one or more individuals are monitored and used as an indication of a future event. In one embodiment, the electrophysiological property may include heart rate variability, brain wave activity, respiration pattern, skin conductance level, etc. In another embodiment, a signal averaging technique is used to generate a waveform that may be used as an indicator of future events.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2009Publication date: February 18, 2010Applicant: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Rollin I. McCraty, Michael A. Atkinson, Doc L. Childre
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Publication number: 20100035274Abstract: Method of detecting Symmetrical dimethyl arginine (SDMA) in biological samples. SDMA analogs for generating anti-SDMA antibodies having little or no cross-reactivity with asymmetrical dimethyl arginine, arginine, and monomethylarginine. The analogs have a protected or free thiol (—SH) group or hydroxyl (—OH) group that allow them to be linked to a suitable conjugation target which can be, for example, a protein containing molecule of a label. The anti-SDMA antibodies can be used in diagnostic immunoassay for the diagnosis of SDMA associated disorders and/or diseases.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2009Publication date: February 11, 2010Inventors: Yerramilli V.S.N. Murthy, Mahalakshmi Padmanabhan, Michael Atkinson, Kwok Kam Yeung
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Publication number: 20090281400Abstract: Group coherence is facilitated in a group environment, such as a gaming, competitive, cooperative or collaborative environment. In one embodiment, a graphical representation of a scenario may be presented to a plurality of individuals. A physiological measure for each of the plurality of individuals may be sampled and used to track the individuals' heart rhythm patterns. A current group coherence level for the plurality of individuals may then be determined, where the group coherence level corresponds to a collective degree to which said plurality of heart rhythm patterns exhibit a sine waveform. In one embodiment, an appropriate modification to the scenario may be determined, where the modification is based on the current group coherence level. The updated graphical representation of the scenario may then be presented to the plurality of individuals.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2009Publication date: November 12, 2009Applicant: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Rollin McCraty, Doc L. Childre, Michael A. Atkinson
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Publication number: 20090193446Abstract: An apparatus for the transport of discs for duplication of data onto the discs. The apparatus may include a transportation mechanism, control device, power module and optionally a disc recording mechanism and housing. The transportation mechanism may include an arm, and one or more gear assemblies. Further, the apparatus may also include a drawer device and a plurality of disc holders.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2008Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: Raptor Innovations International, Inc.Inventors: Gary Temush, Michael Atkinson, Av Utukuri, Nick Molo, Anthony Gussin, Ted Chen, Jonathan Clarke
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Publication number: 20090137915Abstract: Method and apparatus for determining the state of entrainment between biological systems which exhibit oscillatory behavior such as heart rhythms, respiration, blood pressure waves and low frequency brain waves based on a determination of heart rate variability (HRV) and an evaluation of the power spectrum thereof. Entrainment reflects a harmonious balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system within the body. This internal state of heightened physiological efficiency enhances health and promotes optimal performance. According to one embodiment a method is used to determine the entrainment level based on an entrainment parameter related to HRV. The method first determines the power distribution spectrum (PSD) and then calculates an entrainment parameter (EP), which is a measure of the power distribution in the HRV spectrum.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2008Publication date: May 28, 2009Applicant: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Doc L. Childre, Rollin McCraty, Michael A. Atkinson
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Publication number: 20090023678Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions that provide sustained-release of a pharmaceutically active compound and to methods of treating or preventing a condition in an animal by administering the pharmaceutical compositions to the animal. When the pharmaceutical compositions are administered to an animal by injection, they form a drug depot that releases the pharmaceutically active compound over time. The pharmaceutical compositions can also be administered orally.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2008Publication date: January 22, 2009Applicant: IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.Inventors: Yerramilli V.S.N. Murthy, Michael Atkinson
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Patent number: 7462151Abstract: Method and apparatus for determining the state of entrainment between biological systems which exhibit oscillatory behavior such as heart rhythms, respiration, blood pressure waves and low frequency brain waves based on a determination of heart rate variability (HRV) and an evaluation of the power spectrum thereof. Entrainment reflects a harmonious balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system within the body. This internal state of heightened physiological efficiency enhances health and promotes optimal performance. According to one embodiment a method is used to determine the entrainment level based on an entrainment parameter related to HRV, The method first determines the power distribution spectrum (PSD) and then calculates an entrainment parameter (EP), which is a measure of the power distribution in the HRV spectrum.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2006Date of Patent: December 9, 2008Assignee: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Doc L. Childre, Rollin McCraty, Michael A. Atkinson
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Publication number: 20080148801Abstract: Apparatus and method for forming (e.g. die necking) open ends of open-ended metal container bodies. An exemplary embodiment provides a number of movable holders for container bodies that move the container bodies along a path extending through the apparatus. A motor advances the holders and container bodies along the path in steps with pauses between each step. Each step advances one or more container bodies (and preferably two or more). One or more groups of work stations positioned adjacent to the path provides tool sets for carrying out a forming operation on one (and preferably two or more) container bodies simultaneously. Individual container bodies, or more preferably groups of two or more, are subjected to one or more forming operations during passage along the path (preferably the periphery of one or more star wheels).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2007Publication date: June 26, 2008Inventors: Christopher J. Olson, Harold Cook, Michael Atkinson, Randy worwag, Peter Kubisa, Chris Reynolds, Larry Patchen
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Publication number: 20070270668Abstract: A coherence value or category for an animal subject is calculated, and a corresponding coherence indication is provided to a human subject. In one embodiment, the beat-to-beat changes in the animal subject's heart rate is monitored, and used to calculate a coherence value, which may be representative of a coherence category. The coherence value may be determined by the power distribution of the heart rate variability data for the animal subject. In another embodiment, the degree of synchronization between an animal subject's coherence and an associated human subject's coherence may be determined and provided as feedback.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2007Publication date: November 22, 2007Applicant: Quantum Intech, Inc.Inventors: Doc Childre, Rollin McCraty, Michael Atkinson, David Joffe
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Publication number: 20070091903Abstract: An interface switch which presents itself as switch to an enterprise fabric formed of the devices from the same manufacturer as the interface switch and that of a host or node to an enterprise fabric from a different manufacturer. This allows each enterprise fabric to remain in a higher performance operating mode. The multiplexing of multiple streams of traffic between the N_ports on the first enterprise fabric and the second enterprise fabric is accomplished by N_port Virtualization. The interface switch can be connected to multiple enterprise fabrics. All control traffic address mappings between virtual and physical addresses may be mediated and translated by the CPU of the interface switch and address mappings for data traffic performed at wire speed. Since the interface switch may preferably be a single conduit between the enterprise fabrics, it is also a good point to enforce perimeter defenses against attacks.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2005Publication date: April 26, 2007Applicant: Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.Inventor: Michael Atkinson
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Publication number: 20070079778Abstract: A cylinder block for an integral gas compressor and internal combustion engine. The cylinder block has a bank of compressor cylinders and a bank of engine cylinders, such as in a V-shaped configuration. Valve train openings are machined into the cylinder block adjacent to the engine cylinders so that engine valve train components, such as push rods, may be disposed therein. No valve train openings are machined into the cylinder block adjacent to the compressor cylinders; the block is left solid. A compressor utilizing the cylinder block is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2005Publication date: April 12, 2007Inventors: Michael Atkinson, Michael Bowery, Mark Ford, Robert Kidd
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Publication number: 20070021675Abstract: Method and apparatus for determining the state of entrainment between biological systems which exhibit oscillatory behavior such as heart rhythms, respiration, blood pressure waves and low frequency brain waves based on a determination of heart rate variability (HRV) and an evaluation of the power spectrum thereof. Entrainment reflects a harmonious balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system within the body. This internal state of heightened physiological efficiency enhances health and promotes optimal performance. According to one embodiment a method is used to determine the entrainment level based on an entrainment parameter related to HRV, The method first determines the power distribution spectrum (PSD) and then calculates an entrainment parameter (EP), which is a measure of the power distribution in the HRV spectrum.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2006Publication date: January 25, 2007Inventors: Doc Childre, Rollin McCraty, Michael Atkinson