Patents Assigned to Regents of The Nevada System Of Higher Education On Behalf Of The Desert Research Institute
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Publication number: 20230137590Abstract: Provided herein are compositions, systems, and methods for treating plants, soil, fungal, and/or pathogens. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to compositions having one or more microbial metabolites from a microbial cell bath mixture for the treatment of harmful plant, agriculture, and/or soil pathogens, and also relates to methods of making and using the compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2021Publication date: May 4, 2023Applicants: Tu Biomics, Inc., Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: John Albert ARNONE, III, Richard Louis JASONI, David Charles VUONO, Brian SPEICHER
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Patent number: 11432582Abstract: Provided is an e-cigarette that includes a housing containing an atomizer, a first module and a second module. The first module can include a first e-liquid that is free, or substantially free, of flavorants. The second module can store a second e-liquid that includes flavorants. The atomizer can volatilize the first e-liquid by heating to form an aerosol at a high temperature. The heated aerosol can pass along a flow path from the first module into the second module. The second e-liquid can be volatilized at a low temperature within the second module by the heated aerosol.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2019Date of Patent: September 6, 2022Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Andrei Khlystov, Vera Samburova, Marc Lynn Pitchford
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Patent number: 11040921Abstract: A method for biopassivating an ordnance magazine containing explosive ordnance includes introducing microorganisms into the ordnance magazine and controlling the environmental conditions in the ordnance magazine to facilitate growth of the microorganisms. In this way, the ordnance magazine can be operated as a bioreactor to passivate the explosive ordnance inside.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2020Date of Patent: June 22, 2021Assignee: Regents of The Nevada System Of Higher Education On Behalf Of The Desert Research InstituteInventors: David L. Decker, Joseph J. Grzymski
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Patent number: 10760886Abstract: A number of devices and methods for biopassivating explosive ordnance are disclosed. In some embodiments, a biopassivation reactor device is used to render energetic material in an explosive ordnance less explosive and/or non-explosive. This can be done by coupling the biopassivation reactor device to the fuse opening of the explosive ordnance. This can also be done by incorporating the biopassivation reactor device into the explosive ordnance at the time of manufacture. The biopassivation reactor device can include a housing enclosing microorganisms, water, additives, and/or the like. In some embodiments, an entire ordnance magazine can be operated as a bioreactor to passivate the explosive ordnance inside.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2019Date of Patent: September 1, 2020Assignee: The Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: David L. Decker, Joseph J. Grzymski
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Patent number: 9702801Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a particulate monitoring system. The system includes a vehicle. A wake conditioner is mounted in the vehicle. A sample inlet is placed in communication with an engineered vehicle wake that will be produced by the wake conditioner when the vehicle is in motion.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2014Date of Patent: July 11, 2017Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Vicken Etyemezian, George Nikolich
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Patent number: 9587448Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides an apparatus and method for supporting a tubing bundle during installation or removal. The apparatus includes a clamp for securing the tubing bundle to an external wireline. In various examples, the clamp is external to the tubing bundle or integral with the tubing bundle. According to one method, a tubing bundle and wireline are deployed together and the tubing bundle periodically secured to the wireline using a clamp. In another embodiment, the present disclosure provides an apparatus and method for coupling conduit segments together. A first pump obtains a sample and transmits it through a first conduit to a reservoir accessible by a second pump. The second pump further conducts the sample from the reservoir through a second conduit. In a specific example, one or more clamps are used to connect the first and/or second conduits to an external wireline.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2014Date of Patent: March 7, 2017Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: David L. Decker, Brad F. Lyles, Richard G. Purcell, Ronald Lee Hershey
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Patent number: 9435093Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides an engineered roughness element. In another embodiment, the present disclosure provides an array of engineered roughness elements. The engineered roughness elements are configured to reduce sand movement and accompanying dust generation.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2014Date of Patent: September 6, 2016Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Vicken Etyemezian, John Gillies
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Patent number: 9171984Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides an energy production apparatus. The apparatus includes fuzzy focusing optics and a mounting plate having a generally planar surface. The planar surface is positioned relative to the fuzzy focusing optics such that at least a portion of light incident on the fuzzy focusing optics is directed onto the planar surface. The apparatus also includes a plurality of solar cells coupled to the planar surface of the mounting plate. A power transmission bus is coupled to the plurality of solar cells. A drive mechanism is coupled to the mounting plate and configured to rotate the mounting plate about an axis normal to the planar surface of the mounting plate.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2011Date of Patent: October 27, 2015Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Vicken Etyemezian, George Nikolich
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Patent number: 8727024Abstract: An apparatus and method for supporting a tubing bundle during installation or removal. The apparatus includes a clamp for securing the tubing bundle to an external wireline. The method includes deploying the tubing bundle and wireline together, The tubing bundle is periodically secured to the wireline using a clamp.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2010Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: David L. Decker, Brad F. Lyles, Richard G. Purcell, Ronald Lee Hershey
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Patent number: 8615133Abstract: An imaging or data processing method using statistical analysis to determine features of interest in an image or data set. Particular implementations of the imaging or data processing methods relate to refining the results of an image processing method using iterative examination of posterior probabilities or external feedback.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2008Date of Patent: December 24, 2013Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventor: Kenneth C. McGwire
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Patent number: 8505377Abstract: A thermal plate precipitation measurement system (300) and a method of operating the thermal plate precipitation measurement system (300) is provided. The thermal plate precipitation measurement system (300) includes a first thermal plate system (301A) with first and second thermal plates (302A, 303A) and a second thermal plate system (301B) with first and second thermal plates (302B, 303B). A precipitation rate can be determined by configuring the first and second thermal plates (302A, 303A) of the first thermal plate system (301A) at a first temperature and configuring the first and second thermal plates (302B, 303B) of the second thermal plate system (301B) at a second temperature different than the first temperature.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignees: University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, On Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Roy Rasmussen, John Hallet
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Patent number: 8418760Abstract: The present disclosure provides an apparatus and method for coupling conduit segments together. A first pump obtains a sample and transmits it through a first conduit to a reservoir accessible by a second pump. The second pump further conducts the sample from the reservoir through a second conduit.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2010Date of Patent: April 16, 2013Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: David L. Decker, Brad F. Lyles, Richard G. Purcell, Ronald Lee Hershey
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Patent number: 8396700Abstract: The present disclosure provides, among other things, a method for generating a simulated aggregate based on one or more input parameters. A test aggregate is constructed and rotated. Stable orientations of the aggregate on a surface are determined. In specific examples, two-dimensional properties are calculated for stable orientations of the test aggregate and stored or displayed. In particular implementations of the method, the test aggregate is constructed through successive monomer addition.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2009Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Rajan K. Chakrabarty, Hans Moosmuller, Mark Anthony Garro, Christopher M. Herald
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Patent number: 8396821Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, systems, and devices for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area. At least certain disclosed methods include detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device. An amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device is detected. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. In further disclosed methods, a utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2010Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Hampden Kuhns, Peter R. Edwards, George Nikolich, Morien W. Roberts
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Patent number: 8049895Abstract: Values for one or more particle properties, such as an aerosol asymmetry parameter g, can be measured directly using a detector that measures scattered light. The detector can comprise two or more diffusers coupled to optical sensors responsive to scattered light that is incident on the surfaces of the diffusers. One or more weighing functions can be obtained based on diffuser geometry. In an example, the diffusers correspond to quadrants of a circular toroid.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2009Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Hans Moosmüller, W. Patrick Arnott
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Patent number: 8006576Abstract: In certain aspects, the present disclosure provides a monitoring device that includes a condensation unit and a detector, such as a proportional detector. The condensation unit includes a condensation surface, a cooler abutting the condensation surface, and a collection vessel in fluid communication with the condensation surface. The monitoring device may include a decomposition reactor, such as an electrolytic reactor or a reactor that includes an active metal, such as an alloy of sodium and potassium. Particular implementations include a housing that at least partially encloses the condensation unit. The housing may include an aperture, which may be covered by a screen, mesh, or filter. The housing may also include a fan. The fan is used, in some examples, to draw air through the aperture. The monitoring device is, in some implementations, configured for remote operation, such as including a power supply or transmitter.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2008Date of Patent: August 30, 2011Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventor: David Louis Decker
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Patent number: 7931734Abstract: Embodiments of a method for selecting particles, such as based on their morphology, is disclosed. In a particular example, the particles are charged and acquire different amounts of charge, or have different charge distributions, based on their morphology. The particles are then sorted based on their flow properties. In a specific example, the particles are sorted using a differential mobility analyzer, which sorts particles, at least in part, based on their electrical mobility. Given a population of particles with similar electrical mobilities, the disclosed process can be used to sort particles based on the net charge carried by the particle, and thus, given the relationship between charge and morphology, separate the particles based on their morphology.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2008Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Hans Moosmüller, Rajan K. Chakrabarty, W. Patrick Arnott
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Patent number: 7885917Abstract: Embodiments for monitoring one or more utilities consumed within a monitored area including detecting an amount of a first utility consumed by a load associated with a device and an amount of a second utility consumed by a load associated with the device. The identity of the device is determined based on the amount of the first and second utility consumed. A utility monitoring method is disclosed that includes measuring an amount of a utility consumed by a first device at a first time and an amount of a utility consumed by a second device at a second time. The identity of the first device is determined based on the measured consumption of the first and second devices at the first and second time. In certain implementations, the electricity meter uses an effective variance analysis of the conductance waveform on an electrical circuit to identify specific appliances.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2006Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Hampden Kuhns, Peter R. Edwards, George Nikolich, Morien W. Roberts
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Patent number: 7793559Abstract: Certain disclosed embodiments provide sensing devices of the type useable to obtain measurements from a plurality of positions of a substrate, such as in a well, body of water, soil, snow pack, or ice pack. In a particular implementation, the sensing device includes a housing having a length. A plurality of digital sensors are disposed at a plurality of positions along the length of the housing. A communication bus is in communication with each of the plurality of sensors. A data collection or transmission device is in communication with the communication bus. Further implementations provide sensing devices having a housing formed from a plurality of modular sections. Sensors are disposed in at least one of the modular sections. Also disclosed are networks formed from a plurality of the disclosed devices.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2007Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: Richard Susfalk, James Brock
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Patent number: 7710566Abstract: Photoacoustic instruments and their methods of use are disclosed. Certain disclosed photoacoustic instruments include a resonator cavity, an acoustic detector, a laser, an optical power detector, and a scattering detector. Further disclosed photoacoustic instruments include a resonator cavity, an acoustic detector, an optical power detector, a plurality of laser beams, each laser beam having a different wavelength, and, optionally, a scattering detector.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2005Date of Patent: May 4, 2010Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on behalf of the Desert Research InstituteInventors: W. Patrick Arnott, Hans Moosmuller