Patents Assigned to International Inc.
  • Combination low-shear mixer and high-shear homogenizer
    Patent number: 7052172
    Abstract: A combination fin-type mixer and rotor/stator-type homogenizer provides the ability to perform low-shear mixing or high-shear homogenizing by a single device without changing attachments or hardware. The low-shear mixing fins extend outwardly from the stator of the high-shear rotor/stator homogenizer, and the rotor rotates within the stator. For high-shear homogenizing, the rotor is rotated within the stator. And for low-shear mixing, the finned stator is selectively interlocked to and rotated with the rotor. A method of combining components includes resetting the device from low-shear mixing mode to high-shear homogenizing mode, and vice versa, without changing attachments or hardware.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Omni International, Inc.
    Inventors: Karl Jahn, Trevor Williams
  • Receptacle retainer for snap-in style receptacles
    Patent number: 7052308
    Abstract: A retaining device for a surface mounted electrical receptacle that includes: a substantially flat base plate, wherein the base plate connects to the receptacle; and a plurality of legs extending outwardly and upwardly from the base plate. The plurality of legs are adapted to contact the back side of the mounting surface and secure the electrical receptacle to the base plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark R. Drane, Cong Thanh Dinh, Dan Michaelis
  • Radio navigation system
    Patent number: 7054739
    Abstract: Navigation apparatus that may include a radio receiver, at least one directional antenna communicatively coupled to the radio receiver, and a navigation computer including a memory and a processor. The navigation computer may be communicatively coupled to the radio receiver to receive relative bearing information from the directional antenna to a set of known radio transmitters, such as (but not limited to) commercial broadcast radio or television stations. Using a database stored in the memory that includes a record of position information and a record of radio frequency information for the set of known radio transmitters, the apparatus allows for the calculation of one or more reference positions using relative bearing information to the set of known radio transmitters and the stored, known positions of the set of known radio transmitters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventor: Lucius O. Taylor
  • Ball-lock insert assemblies
    Patent number: 7051635
    Abstract: The invention provides a ball-lock insert assembly adapted to be mounted axially in a mount opening formed in a holder plate having a desired thickness. The ball-lock insert assembly comprises an insert body having an axis and an elongated interior recess extending at an angle relative to this axis. The elongated interior recess is configured to house a resiliently-biased engagement member. The invention also provides retainer assemblies that include ball-lock assemblies, as well as methods of producing retainer assemblies, which methods include providing ball-lock assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Wilson Tool International, Inc.
    Inventor: John H. Morehead
  • Bias-adjusted giant magnetoresistive (GMR) devices for magnetic random access memory (MRAM) applications
    Patent number: 7053429
    Abstract: A bias-adjusted giant magnetoresistive (GMR) device includes a ferromagnetic reference layer, which has a magnetization that remains relatively fixed when a range of magnetic fields is applied, and a ferromagnetic switching layer, which has a magnetization that can be changed by applying a relatively small magnetic field. In MRAM applications, the switching layer stores data in the form of the particular orientation of its magnetization relative to the magnetization of the reference layer. At least one of the reference and switching layers is split into at least two ferromagnetic layers separated by one or more layers of a nonmagnetic conductor, such that the hysteresis curve of resistance versus applied magnetic field is substantially symmetric about zero applied magnetic field.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventor: Romney R. Katti
  • Intelligent door plate and chime
    Patent number: 7053757
    Abstract: A system in operable communication with a doorbell chime for audio annunciation of a visitor to an occupant of a room in a multiple room building, the system configured to indicate a status of the room to the visitor or occupant, the system comprising: a switch assembly configured to convey a message outside of the room; the switch assembly operable from inside the room; an indicating assembly in operable communication with the switch assembly, the indicating assembly configured to indicate the message when the message is selected, the message viewable from inside and outside of the room; and a doorbell button in operable communication with the doorbell chime, the doorbell button operably connected with the indicating assembly and operable from outside of the room by the visitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Inncom International, Inc.
    Inventors: Duane W. Buckingham, Richard N. Quirino, David G. Oliver
  • Methods of improving transformation efficiency of plants with auxin responsive promoter sequences
    Patent number: 7052871
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for improving transformation efficiency of plants with isolated auxin-reponsive transcriptional regulatory elememts from maize.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith S. Lowe
  • Methods and apparatus for tuned axial damping in rotating machinery with floating bearing cartridge
    Patent number: 7051617
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for selecting an appropriate viscous fluid for use in control moment gyroscopes, reaction wheels, momentum wheels and the like. Components such as the housing, the rotor, and the viscous fluid are modeled using a three-parameter isolator system, which allows optimization of the damping action for a given application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Dennis W. Smith, Toren S. Davis
  • Flush poke-through fitting
    Patent number: 7053296
    Abstract: A flush poke-through fitting, with both electrical power and data communication access, includes a data jack face plate that can be replaced without disassembly of any other part of the fitting. The data jack face plate is also removable without disruption of power to the electrical outlets. Increased wiring space for flexibility in electrical outlet orientation and improved conductor organization during assembly is also provided by pins that support the electrical contacts in the electrical receptacle when assembled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark R. Drane, Daniel K. Michaelis
  • Apparatus and method for ink-jet printing onto an intermediate drum in a helical pattern
    Patent number: 7052125
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for ink-jet printing onto an intermediate drum in a helical pattern while correcting for image skew and aliasing. A plurality of ink-jet print heads place an image on an intermediate drum, impervious to ink, in a helical patter. To compensate for helical printing, the image is altered by nozzle placement and image manipulation to correct for skewing errors, and thereafter, the nozzle timing is adjusted to correct for aliasing. The plurality of print heads move parallel to the axis of rotation of the drum while the drum is simultaneously rotating, causing the image to be placed in a helical pattern. Once the entire image is placed on the drum, paper is rolled against the drum under pressure and the image is transferred thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Lexmark International, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin A. Askren, Robert L. Burdick, Bill C. Chappel, Christopher G. Chee, William P. Cook, David M. Cseledy, Larry S. Foster, James P. Harden, William S. Klein
  • Side impact sensor systems
    Patent number: 7052038
    Abstract: A vehicle including a side impact crash sensor, a transfer structure interposed between the side of the vehicle and the sensor and an occupant restraint system such as a side impact airbag system. When an object strikes the side of the vehicle or vice versa, the transfer structure serves to transfer the lateral force from the side of the vehicle to the sensor and is designed so that it does not distort upon the application of the lateral force. The side impact crash sensor detects the force or acceleration applied to the side of the vehicle, and the airbag system connected to the sensor deploys an airbag based on the detected force or acceleration. The transfer structure may be constructed to account for mismatch between the point of impact of an object on the side of the vehicle and the location of the sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Automotive Technologies International Inc.
    Inventors: David S. Breed, Vittorio Castelli, Anthony S. Pruszenski, Jr.
  • Access disconnection systems and methods
    Patent number: 7052480
    Abstract: Apparatuses, devices, systems and methods for detecting access disconnection during medical therapy are provided. The present invention includes an electric circuit coupled to, for example, a blood circuit used during dialysis therapy. The electric circuit can inject an electrical signal into the blood circuit such that changes in an electrical value in response to access disconnection, such as needle drop-out or catheter drop-out, can be effectively detected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventors: James Han, Thomas P. Hartranft, Thomas D. Kelly, Angel Lasso
  • Method and protocol for managing broadband IP services in a layer two broadcast network
    Patent number: 7054304
    Abstract: A method and system for managing broadband IP servers in a layer two broadcast network includes an intermediate system, an end system, and a control system. The service information is advertised by each end system (server) on the layer two network. The same service is provided by multiple end systems. The intermediate system forwards a service request packet to one of the available end systems, and the intermediate system learns the service advertisements from the end system. If the available end system decides to instruct an intermediate system to forward certain traffic from a certain source to the end system, the end system can advertise the flow information to intermediate systems. This flow could be an established TCP connection or any packets that are specified by pattern matching rules. The intermediate system always forwards the packet based on the flow that is advertised by the end system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Terited International , Inc.
    Inventor: Yunsen Wang
  • Hybrid maize 34B39
    Patent number: 7053284
    Abstract: A novel hybrid maize variety designated 34B39 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof, produced by crossing two Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. proprietary inbred maize lines. Methods for producing a maize plant that comprises crossing hybrid maize variety 34B39 with another maize plant. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 34B39 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the hybrid seed 34B39, the hybrid plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and trivial modifications of hybrid 34B39. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize lines derived from hybrid maize variety 34B39 and to the maize lines derived by the use of those methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark David Hoffbeck
  • Systems and methods for assessing and modifying an individual's physiological condition
    Patent number: 7054678
    Abstract: Systems and methods for assessing an individual's physiological condition are provided. Cycle and shape parameters are derived from a recorded time trace containing heart rate data collected while an individual performs a cyclic exercise routine. Individually tailored exercise regimens that are based on these parameters are generated and modified as desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Lifewaves International, Inc.
    Inventors: Irving I. Dardik, Stanley S. Reisman
  • Optical fiber cable take-up mechanism for scanning sensors
    Publication number: 20060109519
    Abstract: A scanning system includes a cable take-up mechanism that uses a series of pulleys that determine the bend diameters of a scanning system. The mechanism is particularly suited for a spectrometric, e.g., infrared, scanning system where moving scanner or sensor head essentially houses only the optical elements while essentially of all the other electronic and optical components associated with the measurement are housed in an easily accessible compartment that is remote from the moving scanner head. Light is transmitted through optical fiber cables. The cable take-up mechanism maintains the fiber optic cable at essentially constant total bend length and bend diameter thereby minimizing any dynamic changes to spectral bend losses as the optical head is scanned. The light weight construction of the sensor head further reduces vibrations associated with the moving scanner head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2004
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Applicant: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald Beselt, Frank Haran, John Harjula, Ulysse Dos Santos
  • Adjustable gear position arrangement for synchronization of multiple generators
    Publication number: 20060107787
    Abstract: An adjustable gear arrangement for synchronization of multiple generators in a gas turbine engine is provided. The adjustable gear arrangement comprises a two-piece splined shaft that allows for the precise adjustment of the gears in synchronizing the generators. A method for synchronizing multiple generators using the adjustable gear arrangement of the present invention is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2004
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Applicant: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Herlihy, Ronald Maty, Edward Brady
  • Steam distribution apparatus with removable cover for internal access
    Publication number: 20060107704
    Abstract: Employment of one or more resealable access slots in a steam distributor apparatus affords easy access to the internal chambers of the apparatus for cleaning and maintenance. The access slots can be located on the lower walls of the steam discharge chambers where debris tend to aggregate during operation of the apparatus. The apparatus can have multiple discharge chambers that are separated by spaced-apart partitions or baffle panels. Steam that is supplied from a steam header to each chamber exits each chamber through perforations of a discharge screen plate that is permanently secured onto adjacent partition panels. Actuators can regulate the steam flow from the steam header to the individual discharge chambers thereby creating a steam curtain with uniform or non-uniform cross direction profiles as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2004
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Applicant: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventor: Eric Passiniemi
  • Ceiling fan blade iron
    Patent number: D522131
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Craftmade International, Inc.
    Inventor: David L. Dye
  • Ceiling fan blade iron
    Patent number: D522132
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2006
    Assignee: Craftmade International, Inc.
    Inventor: David L. Dye