Patents by Inventor A. Todd

A. Todd has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING RAIL VEHICLES
    Publication number: 20120126065
    Abstract: Systems and methods for remotely controlling a rail vehicle are provided. In one embodiment, a remote operator control system includes a communication link to send and receive rail vehicle information, an operator interface, and a controller. The controller is configured to send, through the communication link, a request to establish communication with a positive train control system on-board a selected rail vehicle based on an operating condition. In response to receiving confirmation of communication with the positive train control system, the control is configured to receive positive train control information for the selected rail vehicle through the communication link, and display the positive train control information for the selected rail vehicle on the operator interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Kristopher SMITH, Todd William Goodermuth, Brian Schroeck, Robert Bremmer, Robert Foy
  • ELECTRO-OPTICAL DISPLAY
    Publication number: 20120127560
    Abstract: An electro-optical display includes colorant particles that are suspended in a carrier fluid. The colorant particles are controlled by three different types of electrodes. An exposed electrode acts on the colorant particles in an electrokinetic manner by compacting the colorant particles. A passivated electrode acts on the colorant particles in an electrostatic manner by holding the colorant particles once compacted. A reference electrode attracts the colorant particles to compaction areas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Jeffrey Todd Mabeck, Gregg Alan Combs, Tim R. Koch, Pavel Kornilovich, Jong-Souk Yeo, Brad Benson
  • Skin Gripping Means, Injector Including the Skin Gripping Means and Method of Performing a Subcutaneous Injection
    Publication number: 20120130344
    Abstract: A skin gripping means for use with an injector (200) is disclosed. In one embodiment the skin gripping means is a needle guard (100). An exterior surface (7) of the skin gripping means (100) is provided with a plurality of fingers (6) adapted to engage a subject's skin (9) when in use. A method of performing a subcutaneous injection is also disclosed with includes the steps of bringing a skin gripping means (100) of an injector (200) into contact with the skin (9) of a subject, moving the skin gripping means (100) substantially parallel to the skin (9) to thereby form a fold (10) in the skin, moving a needle (11) of the injector (200) into the fold (10) to a suitable position for a subcutaneous injection and injecting a substance through the needle (11).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Todd D. Ebbett, Rodney G. Walker
  • USE OF MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEMS IN THE DETECTION OF TARGET ANALYTES USING MICROSPHERE ARRAYS
    Publication number: 20120129716
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to methods and apparatus for conducting analyses, particularly microfluidic devices for the detection of target analytes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: ILLUMINA, INC.
    Inventors: Mark S. Chee, Todd A. Dickinson, Kevin Gunderson, Don O'Neil, John R. Stuelpnagel
  • SPRAY NOZZLE FOR USE WITH CONTAINER RINSING APPARATUSES
    Publication number: 20120125380
    Abstract: A spray nozzle in combination with a container rinsing apparatus, the spray nozzle including a nozzle body having a coupler for associating the spray nozzle with the container rinsing apparatus, a neck extending from the coupler, the neck defining a sidewall, a central axis extending therethrough, an inlet formed in the coupler, a central port extending through the nozzle body, the central port providing a first path for fluid communication from the inlet of the coupler to an outlet formed in the neck, at least one secondary port disposed in spaced apart relation to the central port, the at least one secondary port providing a second path for fluid communication from the inlet of the coupler to an outlet formed in the at least one secondary port.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventor: Todd Kemme
  • Crossbow quiver mounting bracket, screw connect and thumbscrew assembly
    Publication number: 20120125307
    Abstract: A quiver is provided with a bracket for mounting to the central shaft, or picatinney rail, of a crossbow above yet immediately adjacent same, from either the left or right side, substantially parallel to that crossbow central shaft/picatinney rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Todd R. Bromley, Michael Wisseman
  • ELECTRONIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20120126386
    Abstract: Various embodiments for molding tools for moisture-resistant image sensor packaging structures and methods of assembly are disclosed. Image sensor packages of the present invention include an interposer, a housing structure formed on the interposer for surrounding an image sensor chip, and a transparent cover. The housing structure may cover substantially all of the interposer chip surface. In another embodiment, the housing structure also covers substantially all of the interposer edge surfaces. The housing structure may also cover substantially all of the interposer attachment surface. An image sensor chip is electrically connected to the interposer with sealed wire bond connections or with sealed flip-chip connections. The housing structure may include runners that enable simultaneous sealing of the interior of the image sensor package and of the transparent cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: MICRON TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Todd O. Bolken, Cary J. Baerlocher, Steven W. Heppler, Chad A. Cobbley
  • MULTI-PORT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ROUTING A DATA ELEMENT WITHIN AN INTERCONNECTION FABRIC
    Publication number: 20120131255
    Abstract: A method and structure(s) for providing a data path between and among nodes and processing elements within an interconnection fabric are described. More specifically, a device comprising a first circuit configured to couple between a first bus and a link is described. The circuit may be configured to operate as a bridge, support PCI configuration cycles, send outgoing information serially through the link in a format different from that of the first bus, and allow a host processor, communicating through the first bus, to selectively address one or more remote devices to which the device is configured to allow access. In some embodiments, the first circuit may support “spoof-proof” data protocols, and the device may operate in multiple modes including root bridge, leaf bridge, and gateway mode. Multiple addressing models may also be used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: JINSALAS SOLUTIONS, LLC
    Inventors: Lynne M. Brocco, Todd R. Comins, Nathan J. Dohm, David E. Mayhew, Carey J. McMaster
  • METHODS FOR AFFIXING OVERLAY SHEETS TO CONCRETE FORM
    Publication number: 20120125532
    Abstract: A resin impregnated overlay sheet is laid atop a wood veneer to create a concrete form. At a pre-press station, pressure is applied to a veneer assembly having an overlay sheet laid atop it. Thereafter, the pressed overlaid assembly is transferred for final hot pressing. The pre-pressing of the overlay sheet onto the wood veneer ensures the static adherence of the overlay sheet to the veneer prior to final hot pressing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Jeremy Burford, Todd Burton, Stanley Flenniken
  • MEDICAL DEVICE FOR DIAGNOSING PRESSURE ULCERS
    Publication number: 20120130255
    Abstract: Medical device or instrument for diagnosing pressure ulcers using optical reflectance spectroscopy. The device may comprise a tip and a controller. The tip is pressed against the skin of the patient and collects the optical reflectance data. The controller processes the data to determine whether there exists a pressure ulcer and, if there is one, its depth. The tip may also include a pressure sensor for sensing the pressure at which the tip is applied to the patient's skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicants: University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University
    Inventors: Sanna Gaspard, Mei Siegel, Todd M. Przybycien, James F. Antaki, David M. Brienza, Mark B. Friedman
  • METHOD FOR ENHANCED VEHICLE SERVICE
    Publication number: 20120131004
    Abstract: A method according to the present invention may be used to convey information to enhance customer service for a wide variety of industries, and especially the automotive repair industry. Among other things, methods of the present invention allow a service provider to supply customers with information on services provided using one or more methods of distribution and in a manner that is fast, efficient, and easy for the customer to access. The information provided to customers can be distributed in a variety of formats and stored permanently for retrieval by the customer at any time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Matt McDermott, Larry Appleby, Todd Oleno, Mike Ellis
  • Switching of Emails in a Conversation Thread
    Publication number: 20120131474
    Abstract: A method is disclosed for rendering messages in an email application on a client computer. A plurality of email messages is received from a server computer, including a first email message, a second email message and a third email message. The first email message is rendered on the client computer with a first conversation icon that identifies the first email message as being part of an email conversation thread. When the first conversation icon is selected on the first email message, a view is rendered showing one or more email messages in the conversation thread. When the second email message is selected, the second email message is rendered on the client computer with a second conversation icon. When the second conversation icon is selected on the second email message, the view showing the one or more email messages in the conversation thread is rendered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventors: Ryan Panchadsaram, Karan Misra, Amy Wang, Hui Nee Chin, Todd Barthelme
  • NOVEL COMPOUNDS AS RECEPTOR MODULATORS WITH THERAPEUTIC UTILITY
    Publication number: 20120129813
    Abstract: The present invention relates to novel derivatives, processes for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use as pharmaceuticals as modulators of sphingosine-1-phosphate receptors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Todd M. Heidelbaugh, Phong X. Nguyen
  • Dispensing Fluid from an Infusion Pump System
    Publication number: 20120130312
    Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a flexible pushrod that can adjust from a curved configuration to a generally straight configuration. The flexible pushrod is part of a drive system of the pump device so that the flexible pushrod can be controllably and incrementally advanced toward a medicine reservoir to incrementally dispense the medicine therein. In particular embodiments, the flexible pushrod may comprise an anti-rotation mechanism, an anti-torsion mechanism, or a combination thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
  • Methods, Systems, and Products for Accessing Call Logs
    Publication number: 20120128141
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and products provide remote access to call logs upon request. An incoming call is processed and an address is retrieved that is associated with a called number. An electronic message is sent to the address to identify a calling number of the incoming call. A log of calls is updated with the incoming call. A reply electronic message is received from the address, and the log of calls is sent to the address.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I, L.P.
    Inventors: William Todd Daniell, Larry Kent, JR.
  • HIGH EFFICACY SEMICONDUCTOR LIGHT EMITTING DEVICES EMPLOYING REMOTE PHOSPHOR CONFIGURATIONS
    Publication number: 20120126260
    Abstract: A semiconductor light emitting apparatus a semiconductor light emitting device configured to emit light inside a hollow shell including wavelength conversion material dispersed therein or thereon. A semiconductor light emitting apparatus according to some embodiments is capable of generating in excess of 230 lumens per watt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Christopher P. Hussell, Florin Tudorica, David Todd Emerson
  • Emergency Bowl for Deploying Control Line from Casing Head
    Publication number: 20120125634
    Abstract: An assembly supports a control line of a downhole tool, such as a downhole deployment valve. The tool deploys on casing and has a control line extending from the wellhead to the tool. To support the line separately from any casing hanger, a split bowl disposes around the casing and lands on a shoulder in the head. A port in the bowl has one opening that aligns with a side port in the head. Another opening of the bowl's port connects to the control line that extends to the downhole tool. A section of the control line from the split bowl can be flexible to help prevent kinking or breaking of the line during installation procedures. A hanger disposes on another shoulder in the head uphole from the bowl. The hanger supports the casing in the head separate from the bowl's support of the control line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: Weatherford/Lamb, Inc.
    Inventors: Genith Guitierrez, Todd Travis, Brandon M. Cain
  • NECROSECTOMY ASSIST DEVICE
    Publication number: 20120130392
    Abstract: Endoscopic approach necrosectomy assist devices and methods of use to collect necrotic pancreatic tissue. One embodiment of the device includes a body, an expandable cap on a distal end of the body, an actuating mechanism for causing the cap to move between a reduced diameter retracted state and an expanded diameter operational state, a tissue collecting band on the cap, and a band actuating mechanism. Another embodiment of the invention includes a handle and a scoop on the handle. The scoop is movable between a reduced diameter retracted state and an expanded diameter operational state. The scoop is formed from a shape memory material and is self biased to the operational state. Blades, rake tips, cutters or abrasive can be included on the scoop.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
    Inventors: Michael J. Levy, Todd H. Baron, SR.
  • Conveyor Belt Guard Panel Blank Having Integrally Formed Handles and Method of Forming a Conveyor Belt Guard Panel
    Publication number: 20120125744
    Abstract: A conveyor belt guard panel blank comprises a monolithic planar sheet of material of uniform thickness having opposite facing primary surfaces. The sheet of material has a plurality of openings extending therethrough in a manner creating a mesh. The sheet also comprises at least two handle formations that are adapted and configured to be altered in a manner such that the handle formations extend outward from one of the primary surfaces of the sheet of material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2010
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: MARTIN ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Jared Piacenti, David Mueller, Robert Todd Swinderman
  • Handheld electronic device
    Patent number: D660266
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Joseph Michael Hofer, Todd Andrew Wood, Ingve Holmung, Norman Miner Ladouceur