Patents Assigned to "A" Company
  • QUANTITATIVE PHASE MICROSCOPY FOR HIGH-CONTRAST CELL IMAGING USING FREQUENCY DOMAIN PHASE SHIFT
    Publication number: 20130335548
    Abstract: Some systems described herein include a frequency dependent phase plate for generating multiple phase-contrast images of a sample, each from a different frequency range of light, each phase-contrast image for frequency range of light formed from light diffracted by the sample interfered with undiffracted light that has a frequency-dependent baseline relative phase shift from the phase plate. In some embodiments, the multiple phase-contrast images may be used to generate a quantitative phase image of a sample. The phase-contrast images or the produced quantitative phase image may have sufficient contrast for label-free auto-segmentation of cell bodies and nuclei.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
    Inventors: Evgenia Mikhailovna Kim, Robert John Filkins, Chulmin Joo
  • MESOIONIC PESTICIDES
    Publication number: 20130338002
    Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, wherein X is O or S; Y is O or S; and R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling an invertebrate pest comprising contacting the invertebrate pest or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventors: CALEB WILLIAM HOLYOKE, JR., WENWING ZHANG
  • HIGH-SPEED TRANSIMPEDANCE AMPLIFIER
    Publication number: 20130335145
    Abstract: A transimpedance amplifier includes a first inverter having a first input node and a first output node. The first input node is configured to be coupled to an input signal. A second inverter has a second input node and a second output node. The second input node is configured to receive a reference voltage terminal. The first inverter and the second inverter are configured to provide a differential output voltage signal between the first output node and the second output node.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.
    Inventors: Tsung-Ching HUANG, Chan-Hong CHERN, Tao Wen CHUNG, Ming-Chieh HUANG, Chih-Chang LIN
  • ONE-PIECE SEAT BACK FRAME AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING
    Publication number: 20130334862
    Abstract: A one-piece seat back frame for a seat assembly and method of forming includes a first member and an opposed second member spaced a predetermined distance apart. A third member extends between the first and second members. A fourth member is spaced a predetermined distance from the third member and has an initial predetermined dimension that is over-sized a predetermined amount to form an excisable slip plane portion, and a final predetermined dimension after the excisable portion is removed and free ends rejoined, so that the one-piece seat back frame can be adjusted prior to rejoining the free ends. The methodology removes the excisable portion, attaches a component to the frame, aligns the component by manipulating the fourth member free ends in the slip plane and rejoins the fourth member tree ends.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventor: Donald Ted Gibbs
  • APPARATUS FOR SEPARATING PARTICLES AND METHODS FOR USING SAME
    Publication number: 20130337713
    Abstract: An apparatus suitable for separating particles and methods for using such apparatus are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Christopher Michael YOUNG, Hasan EROGLU, John Ferney McKIBBEN, Steven Lee BARNHOLTZ
  • Reconfigurable Guide Pin Design for Centering Wafers Having Different Sizes
    Publication number: 20130334832
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a robot arm, and a plurality of guide pins mounted on the robot arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd.
    Inventors: Hsin Chang, Hsin-Yu Chen, Fang Wen Tsai, Jing-Cheng Lin, Wen-Chih Chiou, Shin-Puu Jeng, Chen-Hua Yu
  • METHOD FOR CONCENTRATING AQUEOUS 3-HYDROXY-2,2-DIMETHYLPROPANAL SOLUTION
    Publication number: 20130334028
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for concentrating an aqueous solution containing at least 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl propanal and/or a dimer thereof, which includes subjecting a mixed solution of an aqueous solution containing at least 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl propanal and/or a dimer thereof and an azeotropic agent to azeotropic distillation in a distillation column to distil off water and the azeotropic agent from the mixed solution, wherein the mixed solution is prepared by adding, as the azeotropic agent, at least one selected from the group consisting of 1-butanol, 2-butanol, 2-methyl-1-propanol, 1-pentanol and 1-hexanol to the aqueous solution.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
    Inventors: Yutaka Matsuura, Ikutaro Kuzuhara, Masahiro Yamane
  • PERFORMING A CHANGE PROCESS BASED ON A POLICY
    Publication number: 20130340035
    Abstract: A request to change a component of an infrastructure is received (102). In response to the request a change process having plural phases is performed (104). A transition between plural phases is allowed based on at least one policy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2011
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Roie Uziel, Edith Ronen, Shehab Hajyhia, Adi Regev
  • Patch-Like Infusion Device
    Publication number: 20130338589
    Abstract: A system and method for a patch-like, self-contained substance infusion device which can be attached to a skin surface via an adhesive contact surface. A push button activation assembly can then be used to remove an interlock, allowing a disk or Belleville spring assembly to apply an essentially even and constant pressure to the contents of a fluid reservoir assembly. This allows the release of one or more spring-loaded patient needles into the skin surface, and establishes a fluid communication path between the patient needles and the pressurized fluid reservoir contents thereby delivering an infusion into the skin. The push button activation assembly further allows the release of one or more improved safety mechanisms after use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Becton, Dickinson and Company
    Inventors: Chris Cindrich, Ralph Sonderegger, Glade Howell, Weston Harding, Alex Lastovich, Lionel Vedrine
  • DECISION SUPPORT TOOL FOR OPERATION OF A FACILITY
    Publication number: 20130339100
    Abstract: A decision support tool to assist decision-making in the operation of a facility. The decision support tool allows the user to compare the performance of different strategies for the operation of the facility so that the organization can make better-informed judgments about which approach to use. The decision support tool can also allow for the modification of strategies to improve their performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Philip H. WARRICK, Gary R. KOCIS, Jayanth BALASUBRAMANIAN, David C. SMITH
  • DEGRADABLE MATERIALS
    Publication number: 20130338271
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a degradable material comprising (a) from about 60 weight percent to about 97 weight percent of a first material based on the total weight of the degradable material, and (b) from about 3 weight percent to about 40 weight percent of a second material based on the total weight of the degradable material, where the second material is an oligomer comprising lactate and giycolate. In another aspect, the present disclosure provides a degradable material comprising (a) poly lactic acid, and (b) an oligomer comprising lactate and giycolate, wherein the degradable material has a Tg less than 56° C. In still another aspect, the present disclosure provides a degradable material comprising (a) poly lactic acid, and (b) an oligomer comprising lactate and giycolate, wherein the degradable material has a tan delta peak of less than 65° C.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Michael D. Crandall, Rudolf J. Dams, Michelle M. Hewitt, Ignatius A. Kadoma, Siegmund Papp, Yong K. Wu, Jay M. Jennen, Sasha B. Myers
  • ELECTROCHROMIC DISPLAY DEVICE
    Publication number: 20130335802
    Abstract: An electrochromic display device includes an electrochromic display element including a display electrode, an electrochromic layer provided on the display electrode, an opposing electrode facing the display electrode, and an electrolyte layer sandwiched between the display electrode and the opposing electrode. The electrochromic display device further includes a switching element, and a electric storage element. The display electrode is connected with the opposing electrode by a power source or the electric storage element via the switching element, and when performing driving, part of electric charges, which are stored in the electrochromic display element, are applied for charging the electric storage element, or electric charges in the electric storage element that has been charged are used for driving the electrochromic display element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
    Inventors: Sukchan Kim, Tohru Yashiro, Koh Fujimura, Hiroyuki Takahashi, Shigenobu Hirano, Yoshihisa Naijo, Yoshinori Okada, Kazuaki Tsuji
  • THERMOPLASTIC MELT-MIXED COMPOSITION WITH EPOXY-CARBOXYLIC ACID COMPOUND HEAT STABILIZER
    Publication number: 20130338260
    Abstract: Disclosed is a thermoplastic melt-mixed composition including: a) a semicrystalline polyamide resin; b) a polyepoxy compound including at least two or more epoxy groups; the polyepoxy compound having a number average molecular weight of less than 8000; one or more carboxylic acid compounds selected from the group consisting of polyacids, acid alcohols and combinations of these, the carboxylic acid compounds have a number average molecular weight of less than 2000; and optionally, d) reinforcing agent; e) polymeric toughener; and f) further additives.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventors: CURTIS R. CENTER, YUEFEI TAO, JENNIFER L. THOMPSON, LECH WILCZEK, CHEN QIAN ZHAO, ANDREW JAY DUNCAN
  • FLAME RETARDANT COPOLYESTER COMPOSITIONS
    Publication number: 20130338275
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the combination of halogen-free flame retardant additives in a copolyester to improve the flame retardant properties of the copolyester composition while retaining impact properties, methods of making the copolyester composition and articles made from the copolyester composition. More specifically, the present invention relates to the use of a nitrogen containing flame retardant and a metal phosphorous-containing compound in copolyester compositions to improve the flame retardant properties while retaining impact properties, methods of making said copolyester compositions and articles therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Inventor: Robert Erik Young
  • PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION
    Publication number: 20130337064
    Abstract: To provide pharmaceutical preparation exhibiting satisfactory dissolution property in a wide pH range. The pharmaceutical composition is characterized by containing (A) N1-(5-chloropyridin-2-yl)-N2-((1S,2R,4S)-4-[(dimethylamino)carbonyl]-2-{[(5-methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrothiazolo[5,4-c]pyridin-2-yl)carbonyl]amino}cyclohexyl)ethanediamide, represented by the following formula (1), a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, or a hydrate of any of these, and (B) one or more species selected from the group consisting of a sugar alcohol and a water-swelling additive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: DAIICHI SANKYO COMPANY, LIMITED
    Inventors: Masazumi KOJIMA, Yoshio KUNO, Hiroaki NAKAGAMI, Shinji SAGASAKI, Koichi ISHIDOH, Gaku SEKIGUCHI
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING AND ADMINISTERING INSURANCE VIRTUAL AFFINITY GROUPS
    Publication number: 20130339064
    Abstract: Pursuant to some embodiments, systems, methods, apparatus and computer program code for creating and administering virtual affinity groups are provided. Pursuant to some embodiments, a computer implemented processing method is provided which includes receiving, at an insurance processing platform, information identifying at least a first characteristic of a virtual affinity group, receiving, at the insurance processing platform, information identifying at least a first feature of the virtual affinity group and at least a first insurance related benefit to be offered to the virtual affinity group, automatically identifying at least a first individual matching the at least first characteristic, and communicating to the at least first individual information allowing the at least first individual to participate in the virtual affinity group.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
    Inventors: Ryan Owen Denning, Mushter Munib Moin, Deborah L. Perschy
  • GOLF BALL HAVING MODIFIED SURFACE HARDNESS
    Publication number: 20130337941
    Abstract: A golf ball comprising a core and a cover layer having a cover inner surface and a cover outer surface that treated with and comprises a fatty acid and/or fatty acid salt composition and has a hardness ?, the cover inner surface not being treated with and not comprising the fatty acid and/or fatty acid salt composition and having a hardness ?. Hardness ? is greater than hardness ?. The cover layer may alternatively comprise an untreated cover region and a treated cover region that extends inward from the cover outer surface a depth of about 1% or greater of a distance between the cover outer surface and the cover inner surface. Alternatively, the treated cover region may extend inward from the cover outer surface a predetermined depth DCTr while the untreated cover region is disposed between the cover inner surface and the treated cover region a predetermined depth DCUTr.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Acushnet Company
    Inventors: Michael J. Sullivan, Mark L. Binette, Brian Comeau
  • CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE GEAR TRANSMISSION
    Publication number: 20130337971
    Abstract: A continuously variable gear is described having an input shaft, a plurality of traction balls distributed radially around the axis, each traction ball is mounted on an axle passing there through, the axles are tiltable in the radial grooves in the housing and support plate. To control the position of the traction balls, the axles are guided in curved slots of a turnable iris plate. To control the axial placement of the traction balls, there is a rotatable input disc positioned adjacent to the traction balls, a rotatable output disc positioned adjacent to the traction balls opposite the input disc, and a pre-spanning ring around the traction balls such that each of the traction balls is making three-point contact with the input disc, the output disc and the pre-spanning ring, the contact surface of the pre-spanning ring having a specific curvature larger than the radius of the traction balls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Fallbrook Intellectual Property Company LLC
    Inventor: Anders Kolstrup
  • Bonding Package components Through Plating
    Publication number: 20130334692
    Abstract: A method includes aligning a first electrical connector of a first package component to a second electrical connector of a second package component. With the first electrical connector aligned to the second electrical connector, a metal layer is plated on the first and the second electrical connectors. The metal layer bonds the first electrical connector to the second electrical connector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.
    Inventors: Zheng-Yi Lim, Yi-Wen Wu, Tzong-Hann Yang, Ming-Che Ho, Chung-Shi Liu
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING COMMUNICATION BETWEEN A PLURALITY OF BUILDING AUTOMATION SUBSYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20130339292
    Abstract: A computer-implemented system for facilitating communication between a plurality of building automation subsystems and a plurality of applications includes a first database storing a hierarchical model of a building automation system. The system further includes a messaging engine configured to receive a message from one of the disparate building automation subsystems and for one of the plurality of applications. The messaging engine is configured to use the information in the second database to transform the message into a standard format, to append the projected semantic type string to the transformed message, and to provide the transformed message to one of the plurality of applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventors: Youngchoon Park, Radu M. Dorneanu