Patents Assigned to Foundation
  • WATER QUALITY SENSOR USING POSITIVE FEEDBACK
    Publication number: 20160238581
    Abstract: A sensing system according to the embodiment of the present invention includes an optical actuator configured to apply an optical stimulus into a detection target substance, a photo detector configured to output an electrical signal having a snapback form in response to an optical response generated according to a concentration of the detection target substance to which the optical stimulus is applied, an amplifier configured to amplify the electrical signal output from the photo detector and to provide the amplified electrical signal as positive feedback to the optical actuator, and a detection unit configured to detect the detection target substance in response to the electrical signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicants: Seoul National University R&DB Foundation, Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Young June PARK, Seong Wook CHOI, Sang Woo LEE
  • Current sensors using magnetostrictive material
    Patent number: 9417294
    Abstract: A current sensor device. The current sensor device includes a strain distribution converter; an optical fiber coupled with the strain distribution converter; and a magnetostrictive material associated with the strain distribution converter such that a change in shape of the magnetostrictive material causes a change in length of the optical fiber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: UWM Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Chiu Tai Law, Rani El-Hajjar
  • Modular bone fixation system
    Patent number: 9414873
    Abstract: Systems for modular bone fixation may include first, second, and at least one third portion to aid in fracture reduction, simplify the surgical procedure, increase fracture fixation strength, and reduce irritation to the patient caused by the implant. In some examples, the at least one third portion may be separable from the first and second portions to further simplify the surgical procedure and reduce irritation to the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Inventors: Thomas J. Graham, Shawn D. Roman, William F. Warrender, Lance N. Terrill, Dinesh Koka, Matthew D. Schultz
  • Detecting and treating nervous system disorders
    Patent number: 9414762
    Abstract: Some embodiments of a mapping device may be capable of passing through cerebral veins and other cerebrovascular spaces to provide electrophysiological mapping of the brain. These embodiments of the device may also be capable of providing, simultaneously or separately, ablation energy or other treatments to targeted brain tissue. In such circumstances, a user may be enabled to analyze an electrophysiological map of a patient's brain and, at the same time or within a short time period before or after the mapping process, may be enabled to apply ablation energy for treatment of a central nervous system disorder. Such treatment may be accomplished without the use of invasive surgery in which the brain is accessed through an opening in the patient's cranium.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
    Inventors: Samuel J. Asirvatham, Paul A. Friedman, Charles J. Bruce, David R. Holmes, Jr.
  • Variable diameter wheel
    Patent number: 9415631
    Abstract: Disclosed is a variable-diameter wheel including a wheel having a folding pattern in which a unit cell is repeated and configured to be expanded or contracted so that a wheel diameter is varied; a spoke fixedly coupled to both longitudinal ends of the wheel and configured to be expanded or contracted according to a change in a distance between both sides, such that the wheel diameter is varied; and a variable induction shaft rotatably coupled with one of the both spokes to move the spoke in at least one lengthwise direction and configured to vary a distance between one spoke and the other spoke.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: SNU R&DB Foundation
    Inventors: Dae Young Lee, Ji Suk Kim, Sa Reum Kim, Jae Jun Park, Kyu Jin Cho
  • Method of locating a fault in a power distribution system comprising at least one cogeneration distributed resource
    Patent number: 9417276
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method to ensure that distributed resources of a power distribution system remain connected to the circuitry of the power distribution system when a fault occurs at a distributed resource node to assist in identifying the location of the fault by continuing to inject current from the distributed resources into the distribution system, wherein at least one of the distributed resources is a cogeneration resource.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Passinam Tatcho, Mischa Steurer, Hui Li
  • Method for isolating total RNA from cells
    Patent number: 9416357
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for isolating cellular ribonucleic acid (RNA) from cells. The method includes suspending cells in an extraction solution comprising formamide; incubating the cells and formamide mixture; and pelleting cell debris, DNA, and protein to form an RNA-containing supernatant. Also provided herein are kits for isolating RNA and solutions for extracting RNA from a cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark B. Stead, Sidney R. Kushner
  • System for locating a fault in a power distribution system comprising at least one solar panel distributed resource
    Patent number: 9417278
    Abstract: The present invention provides a system to ensure that distributed resources of a power distribution system remain connected to the circuitry of the power distribution system when a fault occurs at a distributed resource node to assist in identifying the location of the fault by continuing to inject current from the distributed resources into the distribution system, wherein at least one of the distributed resources is a solar panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Passinam Tatcho, Mischa Steurer, Hui Li
  • Scheduling method and apparatus for use in D2D communication system
    Patent number: 9420597
    Abstract: A scheduling method and an apparatus are provided for use in a Device-to-Device (D2D) communication system. A scheduling method of a node in a wireless communication system according to the present disclosure includes acquiring a first data rate on a first link in consideration of interference occurring when a second link is established, acquiring a second data rate on the first link without consideration of the second link, acquiring, when the second link is established, a third data rate on the second link, and determining whether to establish the second link in consideration of the first data rate, second data rate, and third data rate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Korea University Research and Business Foundation
    Inventors: Chunggu Kang, Hyejoong Kang, Jinwook Kim
  • Unit dosage of Apadenoson
    Patent number: 9415058
    Abstract: The present invention provides a unit dosage of Apadenoson, a pharmacological stress agent, and use of the same as a pharmacologic agent for myocardial perfusion imaging.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: University of Virginia Patent Foundation
    Inventors: Robert Hendel, William B. Stilley, Shannon P. Williams
  • Apparatus and method for respiratory rate detection and early detection of blood loss volume
    Patent number: 9414753
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for non-invasive monitoring and detection of sudden changes in cardiovascular hemodynamics, in which a PPG signal is obtained from a patient, a time-frequency spectrum (TFS) is computed from the PPG signal, instantaneous modulations at a plurality of time points defining a curve of a prominent frequency of oscillation are extracted from the TFS, a peak power spectral density sequence is computed using the instantaneous modulations, and instantaneous peak values for following prominent frequency oscillations are monitored.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignees: Worcester Polytechnic Institute, The Research Foundation of the State University of New York
    Inventors: Ki H. Chon, Nandakumar Selvaraj
  • Methods and materials for oral stenting
    Patent number: 9414896
    Abstract: This document provides methods and materials related to oral stenting. For example, oral stenting devices (e.g., adjustable oral stenting devices) and methods for using oral stenting devices for radiation therapy are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
    Inventors: Broc T. Giffey, Robert L. Foote
  • Vitamin D receptor-coregulator inhibitors
    Patent number: 9416104
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and methods for inhibiting the expression of a vitamin D receptor target gene, inhibiting interactions between the vitamin D receptor and at least one vitamin D receptor coactivator, for treating cancer in a subject, and for inhibiting angiogenesis in a subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignees: UWM Research Foundation, Inc., Women and Infants' Hospital of Rhode Island
    Inventors: Alexander E. Arnold, Preetpal Singh Sidhu, Premchendar Nandhikonda, Rakesh K. Singh
  • Maximizing circle of trust in online social networks
    Patent number: 9419933
    Abstract: Methods are provided for constructing an on-the-fly circle of trust for a user of an online social network to enable the user to reduce the likelihood that information will be leaked to an unwanted target. In one embodiment, a maximum circle of trust is constructed by using an iterative greedy construction (IGC) algorithm with leakage estimation using disjoint cut-sets. In another embodiment, the maximum circle of trust is constructed by using the IGC algorithm with leakage estimation using a hybrid method where the initial CT is constructed using the disjoint cut-sets and then the neighbors not included in the CT are sorted in non-decreasing order of visibilities and then each of these neighbors is included in the CT one at a time while checking if the leakage is below a threshold using a Sampling algorithm. In yet another embodiment, randomized rounding is used to construct the maximum circle of trust.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Incorporated
    Inventor: My T. Thai
  • Shoulder arthroplasty
    Patent number: 9414927
    Abstract: A joint prosthesis system, specifically a shoulder prosthesis, for shoulder replacement, revision and repair. The implants provide fixation into the best bone available to a surgeon. The implants are used in a superior-inferior and anterior-posterior construct forming a type of cross or X-shape. The implants allow for interchangeability of the articulating component as well as rotational orientation. The systems will allow for augments to accommodate bone loss. The implants may allow for additional security using screws or anchors inserted into the scapula.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignees: IMDS LLC, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Inventors: Joseph Iannotti, Gerald Williams, Dinesh Koka, Michael Chad Hollis
  • Apparatus and method for detecting object using PTZ camera
    Patent number: 9418320
    Abstract: An apparatus for detecting an object includes a filter for filtering a current input image and a background model generated based on a previous input image, a homography matrix estimation unit for estimating a homography matrix between the current input image and the background model, an image alignment unit for converting the background model by applying the homography matrix to a filtered background model and aligning a converted background model and a filtered current input image, and a foreground/background detection unit for detecting a foreground by comparing corresponding pixels between the converted background model and the filtered current input image.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignees: Seoul National University Industry Foundation, Hanwha Techwin Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Il-Kwon Chang, Jeong-Eun Lim, Soo-Wan Kim, Sun-Jung Kim, Kwang Moo Yi, Ki-Min Yun, Jin Young Choi
  • Bone fixation assembly
    Patent number: 9414869
    Abstract: A bone fixation assembly to promote healing of a bone fracture comprises a first bone engagement member and a second bone engagement member. The first bone engagement member comprises an elongated body with proximal and distal end portions, a projection, and an inner surface defining an opening. The second bone engagement member comprises a main body, first and second outer surfaces, an inner surface defining an aperture, and an inner surface defining an opening spaced from the aperture. One of the end portions of first bone engagement member is dimensioned to extend through the aperture of the second bone engagement member. The opening of the first bone engagement member and the opening of the second bone engagement member are aligned to receive a fastener when the elongated body extends through the aperture and contacts an outer surface of the second bone engagement member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Inventor: Thomas J. Graham
  • Apparatus, system and method for power measurement
    Patent number: 9417144
    Abstract: A power measurement device, which may be mounted to an inside area of a crank arm, includes processing circuitry within a housing. The processing circuitry is coupled with strain gauges mounted on the crank arm, and produces a power value that is wireless transmitted to a separate display that may receive and display power measurements. The housing may include a mounted portion and a cantilever portion where the mounted portion houses the processing circuitry and the cantilever portion houses batteries supply energy for the processing circuitry and other features.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Foundation Fitness, LLC
    Inventors: Andrew P. Lull, Eric Golesh
  • plant named ‘UF09-8-37’
    Patent number: PP27077
    Abstract: ‘UF09-8-37’ is a new coleus plant distinguished by having consistent lance shaped orange leaves, novel and vigorous growth habit, as disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Florida Foundation Seed Producers, Inc.
    Inventors: David G. Clark, Grayson M. Clark
  • Coleus plant named ‘UF08-19-10’
    Patent number: PP27078
    Abstract: ‘UF08-19-10’ is a new coleus plant distinguished by having novel multi-colored, lance-shaped foliage with a well-branched growth habit, as disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Florida Foundation Seed Producers, Inc.
    Inventors: David G. Clark, Grayson M. Clark