Patents by Inventor Steven D. Smith
Steven D. Smith 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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Publication number: 20240100396Abstract: A system and method for improving completion of an exercise is disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a method of a control system to improve compliance with an exercise plan for an exercise machine includes receiving one or more load measurements from one or more load cells of the exercise machine. The method also includes comparing the one or more load measurements to one or more target thresholds, and determining whether the one or more load measurements exceed the one or more target thresholds. Responsive to determining that the one or more load measurements exceed the one or more target thresholds, the method also includes causing a user interface to present an indication that the one or more target thresholds have been exceeded and an exercise is complete, wherein the exercise is included in the exercise plan.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2023Publication date: March 28, 2024Applicant: Rehab2Fit Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Colin James Smith, Michael Bissonnette, Steven Mason, James D. Steidl
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Publication number: 20240083853Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are HSD17B13 inhibitors, methods of making such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds in the treatment of conditions, diseases, or disorders associated with HSD17B13 activity.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2021Publication date: March 14, 2024Inventors: Steven P. Govek, Andiliy G. Lai, Andrew R. Hudson, Nicholas D. Smith, Karensa L. Fasanya
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Publication number: 20240083861Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are HSD17B13 inhibitors, methods of making such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds in the treatment of conditions, diseases, or disorders associated with HSD17B13 activity.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2021Publication date: March 14, 2024Inventors: Andrew R. Hudson, Steven P. Govek, Johnny Y. Nagasawa, Iriny Botrous, Nicholas D. Smith, Karensa L. Fasanya
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Publication number: 20230398731Abstract: A method for manufacturing a deflection member is disclosed. The method may include the steps of: providing an additive manufacturing apparatus that comprises at least one radiation source and a vat comprising a photopolymer resin, providing a reinforcing member comprising a first surface and a second surface that is opposite the first surface, contacting at least the second surface of the reinforcing member with the photopolymer resin, and directing radiation from a first radiation source and a second radiation source toward the first surface of the reinforcing member.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2023Publication date: December 14, 2023Inventors: John L. BRENT, JR., Steven D. SMITH, Jacob R. ADAMS
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Patent number: 11820071Abstract: A method for manufacturing a deflection member is disclosed. The method may include the step of incorporating a monomer, a photoinitiator system, a photoinhibitor, and/or a reinforcing member. A further step includes blending the monomer, photoinitiator, and/or photoinhibitor to form a blended photopolymer resin. Further steps may be exposing the photopolymer resin to radiation form a first radiation source and/or a second radiation source.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2023Date of Patent: November 21, 2023Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: John L. Brent, Jr., Steven D. Smith, Jacob R. Adams
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Publication number: 20230166446Abstract: A method for manufacturing a deflection member is disclosed. The method may include the step of incorporating a monomer, a photoinitiator system, a photoinhibitor, and/or a reinforcing member. A further step includes blending the monomer, photoinitiator, and/or photoinhibitor to form a blended photopolymer resin. Further steps may be exposing the photopolymer resin to radiation form a first radiation source and/or a second radiation source.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2023Publication date: June 1, 2023Inventors: John L. BRENT, JR., Steven D. SMITH, Jacob R. ADAMS
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Patent number: 11590694Abstract: A method for manufacturing a deflection member is disclosed. The method may include the step of incorporating a monomer, a photoinitiator system, a photoinhibitor, and/or a reinforcing member. A further step includes blending the monomer, photoinitiator, and/or photoinhibitor to form a blended photopolymer resin. Further steps may be emitting a first wavelength and emitting a second wavelength. A further step may be polymerizing the monomer to form a resinous framework comprising protuberance locked-on to the reinforcing member.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2020Date of Patent: February 28, 2023Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: John L. Brent, Jr., Steven D. Smith, Jacob R. Adams
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Publication number: 20220267987Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a grapple assembly that includes a grapple unit having a fixed assembly, an articulating assembly having a pivot point located at a proximal end of the articulating assembly, pivotably coupling the articulating assembly to the fixed assembly, and an articulation connection point distal to the pivot point along the articulating assembly, and a linear actuator having a first actuator end and a second actuator end configured to move linearly relative to the first actuator end, the first actuator end being pivotably coupled to the fixed assembly and the second actuator end being pivotably coupled to the articulation connection point, and configured to actuate the articulating assembly relative to the fixed assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2022Publication date: August 25, 2022Inventor: Steven D. Smith, JR.
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Publication number: 20200378067Abstract: A method for manufacturing a deflection member is disclosed. The method may include the step of incorporating a monomer, a photoinitiator system, a photoinhibitor, and/or a reinforcing member. A further step includes blending the monomer, photoinitiator, and/or photoinhibitor to form a blended photopolymer resin. Further steps may be emitting a first wavelength and emitting a second wavelength. A further step may be polymerizing the monomer to form a resinous framework comprising protuberance locked-on to the reinforcing member.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2020Publication date: December 3, 2020Inventors: John L. BRENT, JR., Steven D. SMITH, Jacob R. ADAMS
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Patent number: 8491941Abstract: Disclosed is a composition and methods of use for treating and preventing the scarring of skin rashes. When used, the composition of the invention effectively relieves itching, promotes healing, and prevents scarring of skin rashes and irritations. The composition of the invention may be applied as a spray, foam, or gel.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2012Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: Tec Laboratories, Inc.Inventors: Wendy S. Langley, John Mark Christensen, Vernon W. Smith, Larry M. Burris, Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 7667433Abstract: A recharging cover system for storing, protecting and recharging an electronic device during transport of the electronic device includes a case receives the electronic device to protect the electronic device from being inadvertently damaged. A recharging assembly is positioned in the case. The recharging assembly is electrically coupled to the electronic device to recharge the electronic device when the electronic device is positioned in the case.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2007Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Inventor: Steven D. Smith
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Publication number: 20090174728Abstract: A system for manipulating the appearance of a video signal includes an input, a user interface, and a processor. The input receives a video signal displayable as a video image in an active video field. The video image includes a plurality of sections. The user interface accepts a user input to select one of the plurality of sections. The processor manipulates the video signal to display the selected one or more of the plurality of sections of the video image on a display associated with the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2008Publication date: July 9, 2009Applicant: Vuzix CorporationInventors: Vincent J. Ferrer, Steven D. Smith, Ian Sinclair
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Publication number: 20080175313Abstract: A method of encoding video signals includes obtaining, averaging, offsetting, and replacing steps. In the obtaining step, a first value comprising a value of a video characteristic for a first portion of a first video signal and a second value comprising a value of the video characteristic for a second portion of a second video signal are obtained. In the averaging step, the first value and the second value are averaged to obtain an average value. In the offsetting step, the average value is offset by a first predetermined offset to obtain a first offset value and the average value is offset by a second predetermined offset to obtain a second offset value. In the replacing step, the first value is replaced with the first offset value on the first signal and the second value is replaced with the second offset value on the second video signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2007Publication date: July 24, 2008Applicant: Icuiti CorporationInventors: Ian Sinclair, Steven D. Smith, Vincent J. Ferrer, Paul J. Travers
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Publication number: 20080062069Abstract: A personal video display device includes first and second display screens and a controller connected to the screens for showing video signals received from a source. The controller selectively switches between a two-dimensional mode and a three-dimensional mode based solely on the received video signals.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2006Publication date: March 13, 2008Applicant: Icuiti CorporationInventors: Ian Sinclair, Steven D. Smith, Vincent J. Ferrer, Paul Travers
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Patent number: 6974057Abstract: A necktie and belt holding assembly includes a pair of hangers each comprising a loop that includes a bottom member, a first side member, a second side member and a top member. Each of a pair of master hooks is attached to one of the top members. A hinge is attached to the each of the first side members such that the pair of hangers is hingedly coupled together. The pair of hangers may be selectively spaced from each other in an open position or positioned adjacent to each other in a closed position. An inner surface and an outer surface of each of the bottom members and the second side members are defined with respect to each other. Each of a plurality of clips is attached one of the bottom members. The clips are each attached to a respective one of the outer surfaces of the bottom members.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2003Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Inventor: Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 6908546Abstract: A process is provided to produce water that will meet the specifications of the United States Pharmacopeia Inc. for Purified Water and Water for Injection, and water for dialysis as circumscribed by the American Association for Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). The system has no storage tanks where stagnant water will be fouled by biofilm colonizing the tank surface. Water is circulated throughout the purification system and drawn as required, on demand. The water is purified and used immediately or recycled and repurified to ensure quality. Sanitation of the purification system, maintaining microbiological purity and cleaning is done by controlling the pH so that it is normally acidic by maintaining a high carbon dioxide concentration in solution, the carbon dioxide being allowed to pass into the permeate from a reverse osmosis membrane assembly used to purify the water.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2002Date of Patent: June 21, 2005Assignee: Bionomics LTDInventor: Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 6726946Abstract: The present invention is a convenient, aesthetically pleasing, multi-purpose container/beverage infuser that allows a user to store and brew beverages such as tea. The device includes a base container for storing the loose tea leaves prior to brewing. A lid is provided to seal the container so that the tea leaves may be preserved during storage. An infuser is removably attached to the base container. The infuser is shaped so that that it may be inverted over a drinking container and receive a predetermined amount of fresh tea leaves to be steeped. Clips are coupled to the infuser so that the infuser may be retained in the inverted position over the drinking container during the brewing process. A cap is placed on top of the infuser when assembled and may be invertedly placed on a stable surface to hold the infuser after use to prevent excess dripping.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2003Date of Patent: April 27, 2004Assignee: Tazo Tea Co.Inventor: Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 6622614Abstract: The present invention is a convenient, aesthetically pleasing, multi-purpose container/beverage infuser that allows a user to store and brew beverages such as tea. The device includes a base container for storing the loose tea leaves prior to brewing. A lid is provided to seal the container so that the tea leaves may be preserved during storage. An infuser is removably attached to the base container. The infuser is shaped so that that it may be inverted over a drinking container and receive a predetermined amount of fresh tea leaves to be steeped. Clips are coupled to the infuser so that the infuser may be retained in the inverted position over the drinking container during the brewing process. A cap is placed on top of the infuser when assembled and may be invertedly placed on a stable surface to hold the infuser after use to prevent excess dripping.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2000Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Assignee: Tazo Tea CompanyInventor: Steven D. Smith
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Publication number: 20030094406Abstract: A process is provided to produce water that will meet the specifications of the United States Pharmacopeia Inc. for Purified Water and Water for Injection, and water for dialysis as circumscribed by the American Association for Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). The system has no storage tanks where stagnant water will be fouled by biofilm colonizing the tank surface. Water is circulated throughout the purification system and drawn as required, on demand. The water is purified and used immediately or recycled and repurified to ensure quality. Sanitation of the purification system, maintaining microbiological purity and cleaning is done by controlling the pH so that it is normally acidic by maintaining a high carbon dioxide concentration in solution, the carbon dioxide being allowed to pass into the permeate from a reverse osmosis membrane assembly used to purify the water.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2002Publication date: May 22, 2003Inventor: Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 6550838Abstract: A tailgate assembly for a cargo box having a support deck and a wall structure extending therefrom. The tailgate assembly comprises a pair of brackets positioned along the wall structure at spaced apart locations and a tailgate pivotally mounted between the brackets and releasably securable to the wall structure via a latch mechanism. The tailgate assembly has a hinge assembly which allows the tailgate to be installed and removed without tools.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2001Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron J. Danielson, David N. Schult, Steven D. Smith