Patents Assigned to IT Concepts, LLC
  • Catheter valve and methods of using same
    Patent number: 8702681
    Abstract: A valve having a valve body with a first end, a second end, a longitudinal axis extending between the first end and the second end, and an inclined sliding surface having a longitudinal slot therein. The valve also includes a tubular member with walls defining a passageway extending through the valve body from the first end to the second end; and a slidable member mounted on the valve body and moveable between a first position and a second position. The slidable member is adapted to urge walls of the tubular member towards mutual contact when moved from the first position to the second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Progeny Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Peter F. Douglas, Emily Y. Ho, Vinu J. Zachariah, Arvind Mathivathanan, Arpita Banerjee, Sanjeeb K. Behera, Kiran P. Devapalan, Michael C. Mochahari, Rajkumar Palanivel, Gopinath Ravindranath, Muthamizhselvan Muthusamy
  • Process of baling switchgrass into rectangular high density bales optimized for highway transport on semi-trailer trucks to biorefineries
    Patent number: 8695493
    Abstract: Process of baling a switchgrass biomass material at between about 22 and about 32 psi into a rectangular switchgrass bale having a bale density of between 14.6 and 20.5 lb/ft3. A 3×4×8 ft switchgrass bale so produced weighs between 1,402 and 1,968 pounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Forest Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: David N. Lanning, James H. Dooley, Christopher J. Lanning, James L. Fridley
  • Setup platform apparatus for bench and pedestal grinders
    Patent number: 8696411
    Abstract: A setup platform is provided for a grinder including a cutoff wheel. The setup platform includes an upper planar surface including a first edge, which may be shaped similar to the grinder housing, the first edge including a slot therein for receiving the cutoff wheel. An anchor bar is mounted horizontally to the grinder housing, and a post extending from a lower surface of the setup platform is slidable on the anchor bar such that the setup platform is slidable relative to the anchor bar to removably mount the setup platform to the grinder such that the first edge is disposed adjacent the grinder housing and the cutoff wheel is received in the slot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Motion Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Paul Frank Orlando
  • LEVELING APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20140075769
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a leveling apparatus, methods of using the leveling apparatus, and kits that include the leveling apparatus. The leveling apparatus is useful in various applications, including, without limitation, those applications that involve positioning a planar object (e.g., a wall stencil) against a substantially vertical surface (e.g., a wall) at a desired angle relative to horizontal (e.g., relative to the floor or ceiling).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Applicant: INNOVATIVE ART CONCEPTS, LLC
    Inventors: John G. Swisher, Janna Makaeva
  • SURGICAL DEVICES, KITS, AND RELATED INTRA-OPERATIVE METHODS FOR SELECTING BREAST IMPLANTS
    Publication number: 20140081397
    Abstract: Surgical tools, kits, and methods for breast implants are provided. One surgical tool is a rigid or semi-rigid form that matches the size and shape of a corresponding breast implant. The form may be employed to determine skin tension when inserted into a breast. The form may also be employed to mark a fixation suture line for attachment between an acellular dermal matrix and the chest wall of a patient in some instances. However, in other instances a breast implant template surgical tool may be employed to mark one or more fixation suture lines. The breast implant template may be thin and flexible, and define a perimeter matching the size and shape of a footprint of a corresponding breast implant. Marking around the perimeter of the form or the breast implant template allows for convenient selection of fixation suture lines which may result in desirable overall breast symmetry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Applicant: R&D Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Ram Kalus
  • PARTICULATE METAL FUELS USED IN POWER GENERATION, RECYCLING SYSTEMS, AND SMALL MODULAR REACTORS
    Publication number: 20140064432
    Abstract: A metal particulate fuel system is described. The metal fuel system may include particulate metal fuel for use in nuclear reactors. The particulate metal fuel may include a plurality of particles of at least one enriched alloy where the particles are compacted into a fuel column. The metal particulate fuel system may also include a cladding and/or a gas-filled plenum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Applicant: Advanced Reactor Concepts LLC
    Inventor: Leon C. Walters
  • CONTAINER CHILLING APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20140054010
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for cooling containers such as beverage containers are disclosed. The apparatus includes a base holding a chilling agent and having a top contoured to fit the bottom of a container, such as a canned beverage. A container may be held to the base using an elastic band.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: CP CONCEPTS, LLC
    Inventor: CURT JEROME PETERS
  • Apparatuses and methods to facilitate cot assembly
    Patent number: 8656531
    Abstract: The disclosed cot may include a first side rail having a first connection mechanism, a second side rail having a second connection mechanism, a leg secured to the second side rail, a pivoting mechanism that pivotally secures the leg to the second side rail. An end rail may include a third connection mechanism that engages with the first connection mechanism and a fourth connection mechanism that engages with second connection mechanism. The cot may further comprise a pivoting arm having a proximal end that pivotally engages with the leg, the first side rail, the second side rail, the end rail or a pivoting mechanism that enables the leg to pivot relative to one of the side rails. The pivoting arm may comprise a distal end having a sixth connection mechanism that engages with a fifth connection mechanism disposed on another portion of the cot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: High Country Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Scott Holmes, Shawn Parry, Eric Lin
  • SELF-ALIGNING STENCIL DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140047988
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a self-aligning stencil device for producing a multi-color composite image on a target surface. The self-aligning stencil device includes a central panel and a plurality of stencil panels foldably connected to the central panel. The central panel includes a solid region and a cut-out region. The solid region of the central panel includes a front surface and a back surface, and is defined by an outer border of the central panel and an inner border of the central panel. The cut-out region is vacant space that is defined by the inner border of the central panel. Each stencil panel has its own distinct stencil pattern and is foldably connected to a different corresponding portion of the outer border of the central panel, thereby forming a connection fold between each stencil panel and its corresponding portion of the outer border of the central panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2013
    Publication date: February 20, 2014
    Applicant: INNOVATIVE ART CONCEPTS, LLC
    Inventors: John G. SWISHER, Janna MAKAEVA
  • EXTERNAL FIXATION SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20140025076
    Abstract: An external fixation system having at least one ball collet pivotably mounted within a movable clamp and at least one ball collet pivotably mounted within a fixed clamp, wherein a surgical pin is mounted within each ball collet. In operation, the surgical pins are screwed into bone and passed through openings through the fixed clamp, movable clamp, and ball collets. A drive knob is operable to rotate a drive screw and thereby move the movable clamp either towards or away from the fixed clamp and concomitantly move the pins secured in the movable clamp either towards or away from the pins secured in the fixed clamp. A connecting rod prevents axial rotation of the movable clamp and fixed clamp relative to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Applicant: 3D Medical Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Harry E. Lee, JR., Joshua J. Reardon, Beverly L. Laird
  • Vehicle ready modular light weight load bearing equipment apparatus
    Patent number: 8627514
    Abstract: Preferably, a vehicle ready modular light weight load bearing equipment apparatus “V-MOLLE,” includes a semi-rigid panel portion that includes a front side surface and a backside surface. In a preferred embodiment the front side surface includes a plurality of attachment points configured for reception of a number of utility pouches. The apparatus further preferably includes a vertical anchor system secured to the panel portion and configured for communication with a seat of a vehicle, and a horizontal anchor system secured to the panel portion and configured for communication with the seat of the vehicle. Additionally, the apparatus includes a cover portion attachable to a backside surface of the panel portion, wherein the backside surface of the panel portion is exposable to reveal a signal panel when the cover portion is detached from the panel portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: Spartan Tactical Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Phillip R. Scoggins, Steven E. Scoggins
  • SELF-CONTAINED NEEDLE DECOMPRESSION TRAINING APPARATUS AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS
    Publication number: 20140011169
    Abstract: A self-contained medical needle decompression training apparatus is provided. In various embodiments, the system includes a hollow body having at least one sidewall, a closed end, an opposing open end and an interior chamber. The apparatus additionally includes a closure device structured and operable to mate with the open end to close the interior chamber and an orifice on the sidewall of the apparatus that is configured to snugly receive a decompression needle. The orifice may include pads or plugs of pliant material to simulate human flesh, simulated ribs on each side of the orifice, and a bladder in the chamber to simulate air pockets in a human body, such as for example a lung. The interior chamber provides a storage space for medical devices to be used in association with the training system, such as for example medical decompression syringes, needles, flesh pads and replaceable bladders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2013
    Publication date: January 9, 2014
    Applicant: Tactical Care Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Robb Mourton
  • SIMULATED CARDIOVASCULAR VESSEL
    Publication number: 20140011171
    Abstract: A self-contained medical needle insertion training system is provided. In various embodiments, the system includes a hollow body having at least one sidewall, a closed end, an opposing open end and an interior chamber. The system additionally includes a closure device structured and operable to mate with the open end to close the interior chamber and a simulated cardiovascular vein disposed along an outer surface of the at least one sidewall, wherein the interior chamber provides a storage space for medical devices to be used in association with the training system. The system also includes a simulated cardiovascular vein having a plurality of fluid reservoirs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2013
    Publication date: January 9, 2014
    Applicant: Tactical Care Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Robb Mourton
  • Aciclovir and diclofenac combination therapy for functional somatic syndromes
    Patent number: 8623882
    Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a combination of a therapeutically-effective amount of the antiviral compound aciclovir and a therapeutically-effective amount of the COX-2 inhibitor diclofenac. The invention is further related to methods of treating functional somatic syndromes by administering a therapeutically-effective combination of aciclovir and diclofenac.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: Innovative Med Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: William L. Pridgen
  • Metal header frame for a building wall
    Patent number: 8615942
    Abstract: An improved metal or steel header frame is provided for use in a metal framed building wall or the like, wherein the header frame is adapted for quick and easy installation to span a framed opening such as a door or window opening in the building wall. The improved header frame includes a pair of metal bracket clips adapted for screw-on and/or bolt-on attachment to a pair of jamb studs disposed at opposite sides of the door or window opening. These bracket clips define support lands for vertically supporting opposite ends of an elongated header stud which can be quickly and easily seated thereon to span the door or window opening, and attached thereto by one or more suitable fasteners such as screws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: Lafreniere Construction Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Dennis P. Lafreniere
  • COMMINUTION PROCESS TO PRODUCE PRECISION WOOD PARTICLES OF UNIFORM SIZE AND SHAPE WITH DISRUPTED GRAIN STRUCTURE FROM WOOD CHIPS
    Publication number: 20130327857
    Abstract: A process of comminution of wood chips (C) having a grain direction to produce a mixture of wood particles (P), wherein the wood chips are characterized by an average length dimension (LC) as measured substantially parallel to the grain, an average width dimension (WC) as measured normal to LC and aligned cross grain, and an average height dimension (HC) as measured normal to WC and LC, wherein WC>LC, and wherein the comminution process comprises the step of feeding the wood chips in a direction of travel substantially randomly to the grain direction through a counter rotating pair of intermeshing arrays of cutting discs (D) arrayed axially perpendicular to the direction of wood chip travel, wherein the cutting discs have a uniform thickness (TD), and wherein at least one of LC, WC, and HC is less than TD.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Applicant: Forest Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: James H. Dooley, David N. Lanning
  • Systems, method, apparatuses, and computer program products for facilitating product transactions
    Patent number: 8606693
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products are provided for facilitating financing of a product transaction. A method may include determining a maximum available back-end product for the product transaction as a function of one or more of a target payment limit or a total advance limit. The method may also include determining a maximum available back-end spread for the product transaction as a function of the target payment limit. The method may further include presenting the maximum available back-end product and the maximum available back-end spread. Corresponding apparatuses and computer program products are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignee: Great Direct Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: Christopher Blackburn, Jarrette Brathwaite, James Bumgarner, John M. Butler, Timothy Hackett, Jason Jones, Matt Lucas, Scott Lukse, Timothy K. Shea
  • Suspended boat cover and suspended boat cover system
    Patent number: 8601971
    Abstract: A boat cover for a suspended cover system that is configured to fit a boat in a manner that prevents relative movement therebetween minimizing wear. The cover has at least one fitting seam that follows part of the top of the boat. An integral cover cinching arrangement enables tightening the bottom of the cover against the hull hugging it. Vents overlying a passenger section minimize wind force by reducing cover pressure differential. The cover can be equipped with a second fitting seam that extends along the gunwale of the boat and can have a downwardly extending fitting seam section that extends below the gunwale toward the bow to help fit the cover to the front portion of the hull of the boat. Stretchable straps used to hang the cover from a track of the boat cover system can be used to minimize force on the cover caused by wave action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignee: Marine Concepts, LLC
    Inventor: Randy Kent
  • Gardening stool
    Patent number: 8590907
    Abstract: A stool includes a body having a seat and a wheel assembly. The seat is selectively rotatable about an axis of the stool. The wheel assembly is engaged to the seat. The wheel assembly includes a plurality of wheels. Each of the wheels includes an exterior surface having a first portion and a second portion. The second portion includes a contoured surface. The body is adapted to tilt onto the second portions of the wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: White Pine Concepts LLC
    Inventors: Dan Hurt, Sherry M. Rovig
  • Self-aligning stencil device and method of producing a multi-color composite image
    Patent number: 8590448
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a self-aligning stencil device for producing a multi-color composite image on a target surface. The self-aligning stencil device includes a central panel and a plurality of stencil panels foldably connected to the central panel. The central panel includes a solid region and a cut-out region. The solid region of the central panel includes a front surface and a back surface, and is defined by an outer border of the central panel and an inner border of the central panel. The cut-out region is vacant space that is defined by the inner border of the central panel. Each stencil panel has its own distinct stencil pattern and is foldably connected to a different corresponding portion of the outer border of the central panel, thereby forming a connection fold between each stencil panel and its corresponding portion of the outer border of the central panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: Innovative Art Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: John G. Swisher, Janna Makaeva