Patents by Inventor Michael Du
Michael Du 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: 11993626Abstract: Embodiments of the present application relate to functionalized N-acetylgalactosamine-analogs, methods of making, and uses of the same. In particular, mono or trivalent N-acetylgalactosamine analogs may be prepared by utilizing a wide variety of linkers containing functional groups. These functionalized N-acetylgalactosamine-analogs may be used in the preparation of targeted delivery of oligonucleotide-based therapeutics.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2022Date of Patent: May 28, 2024Assignee: Hongene Biotech CorporationInventors: Wing C. Poon, Xiaoyang Guan, David Yu, Ruiming Zou, Xiaojun Li, Michael Su, Gang Zhao, Gengyu Du, Yun-Chiao Yao, Aldrich N. K. Lau
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Publication number: 20240155174Abstract: In one aspect, a method includes receiving video content comprising a first data portion comprising parameters that control a visual appearance of frames of video content presented by a content-presentation device. The content-presentation device is communicatively coupled to a light unit that is (i) present in a viewing area of the content-presentation device and (ii) configured to provide ambient light in the viewing area. The method also includes extracting, from the received video content, a second data portion, separate from the first data portion, specifying one or more light control parameters that a controller associated with the light unit is configured to interpret as instructions for controlling the light unit. The method also includes transmitting the extracted second data portion to the controller to facilitate the controller controlling the light unit according to the specified one or more light control parameters.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2023Publication date: May 9, 2024Inventors: Hugo du Plooy, Kenny Wu, Erwin Bellers, Sunil Ramesh, Michael Cutter
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Publication number: 20240139227Abstract: Disclosed herein are phosphoramidate prodrugs of nucleoside derivatives for the treatment of viral infections in mammals, which is a compound, its stereoisomer, salt (acid or basic addition salt), hydrate, solvate, or crystalline form thereof, represented by the following structure: Also disclosed are methods of treatment, uses, and processes for preparing each of which utilize the compound represented by formula I.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2023Publication date: May 2, 2024Inventors: Jinfa Du, Dhanapalan Nagarathnam, Michael Joseph Sofia, Peiyuan Wang
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Publication number: 20240124412Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to compounds that bind to and act as degraders of an IKAROS Family Zinc Finger (IKZF) protein, such as IKZF2 (Helios) and/or IKZF4 (Eos). The disclosure further relates to the use of the compounds for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions through binding and degradation of an IKZF protein, such as IKZF2 and/or IKZF4, including cancer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Gayatri Balan, Peter A. Blomgren, Julian A. Codelli, Zhimin Du, Musong Kim, Rhiannon Thomas-Tran, Michael T. Tudesco, Chandrasekar Venkataramani
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Publication number: 20240118670Abstract: An control method includes obtaining measurements of a carbon dioxide (CO2) level of a zone and a temperature of the zone. The method includes determining, based on the CO2 level of the zone and the temperature of the zone, a combination if (i) control decisions for an air handling unit (AHU) and (ii) control decisions for a damper of a variable air volume (VAV) unit to satisfy both a ventilation control objective and a temperature control objective. The control decisions for the AHU include adjustments to a fresh air intake fraction of the AHU between multiple values over time, and the control decisions for the VAV unit include adjustments to a position of a damper of the VAV unit over time. The method includes operating the AHU according to the control decisions for the AHU and operate the VAV unit according to the control decisions for the VAV unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2022Publication date: April 11, 2024Applicant: Johnson Controls Tyco IP Holdings LLPInventors: Anas W. I. Alanqar, Michael J. Wenzel, Jon Douglas, Fang Du
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Publication number: 20240073466Abstract: A set of criteria for deploying an advertisement campaign to a set of audience members associated with a region are received. An audience propensity dataset associated with media platforms are received. The media platforms can include a first and second set of media platforms. Content output by the first set of media platforms can be monitorable by an organization, and content output by the second set of media platforms is not monitorable by the organization. A pricing dataset indicating pricing information associated with the first set of media platforms at the region is received. A viewing dataset indicating viewing information for the set of audience members using the first set of media platforms is received. A media plan generated based on a predicted viewership dataset, a tier dataset, and a cost dataset.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Applicant: Cross Screen Media, LLCInventors: Michael BEACH, Peter SHERIDAN, Zhuoqi DU
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Patent number: 9836444Abstract: As disclosed herein, a method for visualizing a spread function corresponding to a data table includes receiving a set of user selected cells selected by a user that correspond to a data table, enabling the user to select a spread command from a set of available spread commands, executing the selected spread command on the set of user selected cells to provide a set of adjusted cells, displaying an interactive visualization to the user corresponding to the set of adjusted cells, and providing a data table corresponding to the set of adjusted cells. A computer program product and computer system corresponding to the method are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2015Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Ilse M. Breedvelt-Schouten, Michael Du Plessis, Alireza Pourshahid, Maria Gabriela Sanches
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Publication number: 20170169005Abstract: As disclosed herein, a method for visualizing a spread function corresponding to a data table includes receiving a set of user selected cells selected by a user that correspond to a data table, enabling the user to select a spread command from a set of available spread commands, executing the selected spread command on the set of user selected cells to provide a set of adjusted cells, displaying an interactive visualization to the user corresponding to the set of adjusted cells, and providing a data table corresponding to the set of adjusted cells. A computer program product and computer system corresponding to the method are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2015Publication date: June 15, 2017Inventors: Ilse M. Breedvelt-Schouten, Michael Du Plessis, Alireza Pourshahid, Maria Gabriela Sanches
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Publication number: 20070224056Abstract: A technique is provided to facilitate pumping of fluids in a well. A submersible pumping system utilizes a submersible motor to power a submersible pump. A motor protector works in cooperation with the submersible motor to protect motor fluid within the submersible motor and to reduce differential pressures between the internal motor fluid and the external well fluid. The motor protector incorporates a piston slidably sealed within an interior cavity of the motor protector for movement to reduce undue differential pressures.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2006Publication date: September 27, 2007Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Arthur Watson, Michael Du, John Rowatt
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Publication number: 20070207046Abstract: A system and method is used to protect a motor of a submersible pumping system. A variety of motor protector features are provided to facilitate operation of the motor protector and submersible pumping system in multiple wellbore environments and applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Du, Lawrence Lee, Arunkumar Arumugam, Ashley Kishino
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Publication number: 20070151736Abstract: The system including a well tool having a housing forming a protection fluid chamber in fluid communication with a discharge port, a protection fluid disposed within the protection fluid chamber, and a moveable mechanism in functional connection with the protection fluid chamber in a manner to expel a portion of the protection fluid when the moveable mechanism moves.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 5, 2007Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Michael Du, Dennis Read
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Publication number: 20070074872Abstract: Apparatus and pumping systems including the apparatus are described, the apparatus including a protector body comprising a material allowing expansion and contraction of an internal fluid, the body serving as a barrier between fluids external of the body and the internal fluid. The body has first and second ends, at least one end adapted to connect the body to other components, the protector body further comprising structural features permitting facile cleanout and reuse of the protector body. Methods of use of the apparatus and systems are described, particularly in oilfield exploration, testing, and production. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2006Publication date: April 5, 2007Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Du, John Rowatt, Cheryl DuVall, Michael Miller
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Publication number: 20060266526Abstract: A technique is provided for pumping fluids in a subterranean wellbore. A submersible pumping system can be deployed in a wellbore for moving desired fluids within the wellbore. The pumping system energizes the desired fluid movement by reciprocating a working fluid between expandable members.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2006Publication date: November 30, 2006Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Murat Ocalan, John Benton, Michael Du, Jeffrey Miller, Arukumar Arumugam, Peter Julstrom, John Rowatt, Allan Ross, Steven Dornak, Arthur Watson, Brigitte Finkiewicz
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Publication number: 20060222529Abstract: A pumping system including a first section and a second section. The first section includes a first housing having an axial bore formed therethrough and a protruding member formed on one end of the first housing, and a first shaft arranged within the axial bore of the first housing. The second section include a second housing having an axial bore formed therethrough and a recess formed on one end of the second housing for receiving the protruding member of the first housing, and a second shaft arranged within the axial bore of the second housing. An apparatus for compensating oil volume change in a motor, including a compensator housing having an open end for connecting to the motor, and a closed end; and a flexible bladder arranged within the housing and connected to the open end of the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2006Publication date: October 5, 2006Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Arthur Watson, Tyson Messick, Diego Narvaez, Michael Du, Patrick McCartney
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Publication number: 20050167096Abstract: A system and method for protecting a motor for a submersible pumping system. A variety of motor protectors are provided for application in variable temperature environments and multiple wellbore orientations. The motor protectors may include one or more of a positively pressurized bellows, a relatively balanced pressure bellows free of sliding seals, and a multi-orientable labyrinth. Each of these motor protectors also may have various moisture absorbents, filters, particle shedders and various conventional motor protector components.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2005Publication date: August 4, 2005Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Du, Lawrence Lee, Arunkumar Arumugam, Ashley Kishino
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Publication number: 20050087343Abstract: A system and method is provided for reducing the wear on a motor protector, particularly when used in an abrasive environment. The motor protector comprises an outer housing having an internal shaft. The motor protector further comprises a head section having an abrasives exclusion mechanism to reduce the amount of abrasive material contacting a specific component or components within the motor protector.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2004Publication date: April 28, 2005Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Du, Arthur Watson, Arunkumar Arumugam
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Publication number: 20050056429Abstract: The system including a well tool having a housing forming a protection fluid chamber in fluid communication with a discharge port, a protection fluid disposed within the protection fluid chamber, and a moveable mechanism in functional connection with the protection fluid chamber in a manner to expel a portion of the protection fluid when the moveable mechanism moves.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2004Publication date: March 17, 2005Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Du, Dennis Read
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Patent number: 6466602Abstract: A gas discharge laser having a laser chamber with two elongated erodable electrode elements, each having an erodable section and an electrode with support configured to minimize discharge region laser gas turbulence and with the electrode elements being configured to permit gradual erosion over more than 8 billion pulses without causing substantial changes in the shape of electrical discharges between the electrode elements. A pulse power system provides electrical pulses of at least 2J at rates of at least 2 KHz. A blower circulates laser gas between the electrodes at speeds of at least 2 m/s and a heat exchanger is provided to remove heat produced by the blower and the discharges.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2000Date of Patent: October 15, 2002Assignee: Cymer, Inc.Inventors: Vladimir B. Fleurov, Michael C. Cates, Michael Du'Lyea, Igor V. Fomenkov, Dmitri V. Gaidarenko, Jean-Marc Hueber, Richard G. Morton, Eckehard D. Onkels, Robert A. Shannon, Ross H. Winnick