Patents Assigned to Service
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Publication number: 20090129203Abstract: A monopole acoustic transmitter with at least one disc assembly with a plurality of piezoelectric discs configured to optimized acoustic pressure output within a desired frequency range while meeting physical restrictions of LWD and MWD logging systems. The transmitter is disposed in a recess or “slot” in the perimeter of a logging tool housing to reduce acoustic pressure waves transmitted directly along the tool housing and to optimize acoustic energy transmission into the borehole environs. In order to increase acoustic pressure output at a desired logging frequency range, the plurality of piezoelectric discs in each of at least one disc assembly are connected electrically in parallel and fired simultaneously. The polarity of the discs and the wiring arrangement are such that each disc expands or contracts in a common direction during simultaneous firing by an applied voltage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2007Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: Precision Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Dale A. Jones, Medhat W. Mickael
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Publication number: 20090132928Abstract: A device may comprise a client. The client may be configured to send a request for a physical view about network devices that connect two end points of a network path. In addition, the client may be configured to receive information about the network devices of the network path in response to the request, the information including a complete list of physical devices in the network path in accordance with the request for the physical view. Further, the client may be configured to display the complete list of the physical devices in order the physical devices connect the two end points.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2007Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: Verizon Business Network Services, Inc.Inventors: Vidhyaprakash Ramachandran, Kamran Zia Khan, Sugandha Venkatachalam
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Publication number: 20090132173Abstract: Methods for comparing a first DNA profile with a second DNA profile are provided. The likelihood ratio for one hypothesis relative to another, as to the sources of the DNA, is conditioned on quantity of DNA in the test sample providing the first DNA profile and/or another sample providing the second DNA profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2008Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: Forensic Science Service LtdInventor: Roberto Puch-Solis
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Publication number: 20090133090Abstract: An approach is provided for establishing, by a first user (e.g., parent), a user profile on a set-top box that is configured to present a selectable image corresponding to the user profile to a display for selection by a second user (e.g., child). The user profile specifies content that is available to the second user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2007Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: Verizon Data Services Inc.Inventor: Martin A. Busse
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Patent number: 7534413Abstract: A calcium-sodium polysulfide chemical reagent and methods for producing the reagent. The reagent is a blend of calcium polysulfide and sodium polysulfide that can be prepared using various types, sources and ratios of lime, elemental sulfur and sulfide ion using either virgin or waste materials. The reagent is amenable to inexpensive and high rate production methods at ambient or warmer temperatures. The reagent can be used to precipitate metals from wastewater, stabilize hexavalent chrome in hazardous waste residues, remove mercury from coal fired power plants, and as an electrolyte in large-scale bromide/polysulfide electrical storage batteries.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2005Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Heritage Environment Services, LLCInventor: Ralph E. Roper, Jr.
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Patent number: 7533827Abstract: The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using keystroke scan biometrics in a smartcard-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a keystroke scan sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a smartcard configured with a keystroke scan sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a keystroke scan sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing keystroke scan samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: David S. Bonalle, Glen Salow
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Patent number: 7534040Abstract: A bag for placing in a cylindrical or barrel-shaped container includes front and rear panels (11, 12) between which side panels (13, 14) folded double are positioned. The base of the bag runs to a point along edges (17, 18). When the bag is unfolded this is able to come into contact with the inside wall of a cylindrical or barrel-shaped container having a round base and neck without significant stresses. As a result high material stresses are avoided and the barrier properties of the bag are retained. The front and rear panels (11, 12) can be joined to one another by breakable fastening lips (22, 23).Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2003Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Heineken Technical Services B.V.Inventors: Albert Brans, Marcel Peter Magermans
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Patent number: 7533722Abstract: A surge chamber assembly (70) for use in a wellbore includes a housing (80) having one or more openings (112), a surge chamber (100) and a combustion chamber (98). The openings (112) provide fluid communication between the exterior (82) of the housing (80) and the surge chamber (100). A sleeve (114) is slidably positioned within the housing (80) and has a first position wherein fluid communication through the openings (112) is prevented and a second position wherein fluid communication through the openings (112) is allowed. A combustible element (124) is positioned in the combustion chamber (98) such that combusting the combustible element (124) generates pressure in the combustion chamber (98) that actuates the sleeve (114) from the first position to the second position.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Flint R. George, Ryan A. Harrison, Roger C. Watson
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Patent number: 7533729Abstract: A regulating valve assembly for regulating fluid flow through a passage, the assembly having: a back-flow valve comprising a seat and a closure element, wherein the closure element engages with the seat in a closed configuration and disengages from the seat in an open configuration; a lock in mechanical communication with the back-flow valve to lock the backflow valve in the open configuration; and a forward-flow valve in mechanical communication with the lock and comprising a seat and a closure element, wherein the closure element engages with the seat in a closed configuration and disengages from the seat in an open configuration.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2005Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Henry E. Rogers, Steven L. Holden, David D. Szarka
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Patent number: 7533429Abstract: A lift system for a hospital bed is disclosed. The lift system includes lift arms that support a frame over a base frame. The lift arms are moved to raise and lower the frame relative to the base frame.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2008Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.Inventors: Douglas J. Menkedick, Eugene E. Osborne, Aziz Ali Bhai, Kenith W. Chambers, Steven A. Dixon, Joshua W. Shenk, Andrew F. Skinner, James F. Findlay, Irvin J. Vanderpohl, III, Jeffrey R. Welling, John B. Wilker, Jr., Robert M. Zerhusen, David A. Albersmeyer, Roger S. Philbeck, Nicholas C. Batta, Terry L. Richter, Tom Riggs, Steven J. Schwartz, Matthew R. Knue, Brent Goodwin, Gregory J. Figel, James R. Stolpmann, Glenn C. Suttman, Brian J. Hoffman, David W. Hornback, Paul R. Weil, Kenneth L. Kramer, Eric R. Meyer, David P. Lubbers, Roberta M. Murnyack, Cami S. Scheele
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Patent number: 7534927Abstract: A vacuum bandage is provided for use with a wound having a wound surface. The bandage is connectable to a vacuum source and includes a wound dressing member having a wound contacting surface, a top surface, and a port configured for communication with the vacuum source. The wound dressing member further includes holes in the wound contacting surface configured for communication with the wound surface of the wound and a passageway between the port and each hole. The vacuum bandage further includes a pack adjacent to the top surface of the member. The pack may include an aperture positioned about the port.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2002Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey S. Lockwood, Robert Petrosenko
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Patent number: 7533784Abstract: There is provided an apparatus for dispensing products that includes a theft deterrent retail product dispensing hook. In certain embodiments, the hook prevents product “sweeping” (where a thief quickly empties a conventional retail hook of product) and also delivers a time-delayed delivery of product per hook. A specific embodiment of a time-delay display hook system comprises a two-prong system having an upper member and a lower member, with the upper member supporting a dispensing system and the lower member supporting a product to be dispensed. Upon triggering of an activation member, the dispensing system releases a single product and provides a time-delay between dispensing of further product.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Rock-Tenn Shared Services, LLCInventors: Kirk Vlastakis, Roger Miller, Thomas Lockwood
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Patent number: 7536697Abstract: Facilitating the exchange of information among applications (e.g., business support systems or operational support systems or a combination thereof) may involve receiving a data object from a first application, using a first controller to route the received data object to a first transformer, using the first transformer to transform the data object from a first format used by the first application into a common format object, publishing the common format object to a communication channel, receiving a request from a subscribing application to subscribe to the communication channel, using a second controller to route the common format object to a second transformer, using the second transformer to transform the common format object into a data object in a second format used by the subscribing application, and sending the data object in the second format to the subscribing application.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2001Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Accenture Global Services GmbHInventors: Lise Wiseman, Nicole Tjon
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Patent number: 7533802Abstract: A system includes cash dispensing automated banking machines (10). Each of the automated banking machines includes a cash dispenser (24) and at least one computer (28) in which a plurality of software products are operated. Entities responsible for operating the automated banking machines may receive messages that include information or update code items for software or firmware usable in the banking machines for which they have operational responsibility. Such messages may be provided by the banking machine manufacturer directly from a system operated by the manufacturer, or from sources that supply the manufacturer.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2006Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Diebold Self-Service Systems division of Diebold, IncorporatedInventors: Joseph McGinley, Nicholas Billet, William Aitken
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Patent number: 7536363Abstract: A system is disclosed that provides a goal based learning system utilizing a rule based expert training system to provide a cognitive educational experience. The system provides the user with a simulated environment that presents a business opportunity to understand and solve optimally. Mistakes are noted and remedial educational material presented dynamically to build the necessary skills that a user requires for success in the business endeavor. The system utilizes an artificial intelligence engine driving individualized and dynamic feedback with synchronized video and graphics used to simulate real-world environment and interactions. Multiple “correct” answers are integrated into the learning system to allow individualized learning experiences in which navigation through the system is at a pace controlled by the learner.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 1999Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Accenture Global Services GmbHInventors: Eren Tolga Rosenfeld, Ekpedeme Mfon Bassey, Beth Elyse Zadik, Martha Torrey O'Connor, Alexander Han Leung Poon, Eric Jeffrey Lannert, Tracey Andrea Solomon, Jonathan Christian Conant, Alexander Zorba, Carl Michael Puccio, Timothy John Gobran, James Andrew Gilchrist, Mark Stewart Nichols, Brandon Denning Fleisher, Craig William Friedman, Adebisi Detoro Lipede, Matthew Allen Bailey
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Patent number: 7533728Abstract: A method for selectively closing a downhole one way check valve, the method having the following steps: attaching the valve to a casing; locking the valve in an open configuration; running the casing and the valve into the wellbore; reverse circulating a composition down an annulus defined between the casing and the wellbore; injecting a plurality of balls into the annulus; unlocking the valve with the plurality of balls; and closing the valve.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Donald Winslow, Alton Branch
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Patent number: 7536273Abstract: A method and system for constructing a test using a computer system that performs specification matching during the test creation process is disclosed. A test developer determines one or more test item databases from which to select test items. The test item databases are organized based on psychometric and/or content specifications. The developer can examine the textual passages, artwork or statistical information pertaining to a test item before selecting it by clicking on a designation of the test item in a database. The developer can then add the test item to a list of test items for the test. The test development system updates pre-designated psychometric and content specification information as the developer adds each test item to the test. The test developer can use the specification information to determine whether to add to, subtract from, or modify the list of test items selected for the test.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Educational Testing ServiceInventor: Len Swanson
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Patent number: 7534565Abstract: A cDNA molecule corresponding to a newly discovered human gene is disclosed. The new gene, which is frequently deleted in liver cancer cells and cell lines, is called the DLC-1 gene. Because the gene is frequently deleted in liver cancer cells, but present in normal cells, it is thought to act as a tumor suppressor. This gene is also frequently deleted in breast and colon cancers, and its expression is decreased or undetectable in many prostate and colon cancers. Also disclosed is the amino acid sequence of the protein encoded by the DLC-1 gene. Methods of using these biological materials in the diagnosis and treatment of hepatocellular cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and adenocarcinomas are presented.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2004Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Bao-Zhu Yuan, Snorri S. Thorgeirsson, Nicholas Popescu
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Patent number: 7534743Abstract: Methods for drilling, running casing in, and/or cementing a borehole in a subterranean formation without significant loss of drilling fluid are disclosed, as well as compositions for use in such methods. The methods employ drilling fluids comprising fragile gels or having fragile gel behavior and providing superior oil mud rheology and overall performance. The fluids are especially advantageous for use in offshore wells because the fluids exhibit minimal differences between downhole equivalent circulating densities and surface densities notwithstanding differences in drilling or penetration rates. When an ester and isomerized olefin blend is used for the base of the fluids, the fluids make environmentally acceptable and regulatory compliant invert emulsion drilling fluids.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2006Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Jeff Kirsner, Don Siems, Kimberly Burrows-Lawson, David Carbajal, Ian Robb, Dale E. Jamison
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Patent number: D592807Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2008Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Personnel Hygiene Services Limited of Western Industrial EstateInventors: Jonathan Todd, Carl Richard Cotton
