Patents by Inventor Christopher Davies

Christopher Davies 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).

  • Publication number: 20060271595
    Abstract: A file operations engine is provided that manages many user interactions with their files via a computer system. The operation engine may place certain classes of errors in an error queue while performing a requested operation without waiting for a user to satisfy the errors prior to continuing with the operation. In addition, the operations engine may pre-calculate potential errors for a requested operation prior to performing the operation. Dialogs may be provided to a user to satisfy errors listed in an error queue and/or identified while pre-calculating potential errors. Methods are provided for handling file operations errors and for interacting with a user interface for file operations. Computer-executable instructions for implementing the disclosed methods are stored on computer-readable media.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2005
    Publication date: November 30, 2006
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher Davis, David Johnson, Robert Day, Stephan Hoefnagels, Timothy McKee
  • Publication number: 20060253392
    Abstract: A secure payment system for authorised point of sale transactions enables a user to pay electronically for goods using a handheld device such as a mobile phone (115). No confidential information need be held on the handheld device (115), all financial data being held within the payment system. A short-range wireless connection is provided to the handheld device (115) and the user has only to enter a PIN to initiate a transaction. The system includes a client device (100) and a server device (110). The server device (110) maintains user profiles which enables customisation, for example of transaction receipts and payment methods. Transaction receipts can be transmitted to a preselected location, for example by email or SMS, which provides an additional security check for the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2004
    Publication date: November 9, 2006
    Inventor: Christopher Davies
  • Patent number: 7132267
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for preparing 4-substituted 3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives by halohydrin dehalogenase-catalyzed conversion of 4-halo-3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives. The present invention further provides methods and compositions for preparing 4-halo-3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives by ketoreductase-catalyzed conversion of 4-halo-3-ketobutyric acid derivatives The present invention also provides methods and compositions for preparing vicinal cyano, hydroxyl substituted carboxylic acid esters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: Codexis, Inc.
    Inventors: S. Christopher Davis, John H. Grate, David R. Gray, John M. Gruber, Gjalt W. Huisman, Steven K. Ma, Lisa M. Newman, Roger Sheldon, Li A Wang
  • Patent number: 7125693
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for preparing 4-substituted 3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives by halohydrin dehalogenase-catalyzed conversion of 4-halo-3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives. The present invention further provides methods and compositions for preparing 4-halo-3-hydroxybutyric acid derivatives by ketoreductase-catalyzed conversion of 4-halo-3-ketobutyric acid derivatives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: Codexis, Inc.
    Inventors: S. Christopher Davis, John H. Grate, David R. Gray, John M. Gruber, Gjalt W. Huisman, Steven K. Ma, Lisa M. Newman, Roger Sheldon, Li A Wang
  • Publication number: 20060211130
    Abstract: An automated analyzer for performing multiple diagnostic assays simultaneously includes multiple stations in which discrete aspects of the assay are performed on fluid samples contained in sample vessels. The analyzer includes stations for automatically preparing a sample, incubating the sample, preforming an analyte isolation procedure, ascertaining the presence of a target analyte, and analyzing the amount of a target analyte. An automated receptacle transporting system moves the sample vessels from one station to the next. A method for performing an automated diagnostic assay includes an automated process for isolating and amplifying a target analyte, and, in one embodiment, a method for real-time monitoring of the amplification process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2006
    Publication date: September 21, 2006
    Applicant: Gen-Probe Incorporated
    Inventors: Jerzy Macioszek, Christopher Davis, Gary Lair, Thanh Nguyen, Haitao Li, Florence Li, Byron Knight, Robert Scalese, Robert Heinz
  • Publication number: 20060210433
    Abstract: An automated analyzer for performing multiple diagnostic assays simultaneously includes multiple stations in which discrete aspects of the assay are performed on fluid samples contained in reaction receptacles. The analyzer includes stations for automatically preparing a sample, incubating the sample, preforming an analyte isolation procedure, ascertaining the presence of a target analyte, and analyzing the amount of a target analyte. An automated receptacle transporting system moves the reaction receptacles from one station to the next. A method for performing an automated diagnostic assay includes an automated process for isolating and amplifying a target analyte, and, in one embodiment, a method for real-time monitoring of the amplification process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2006
    Publication date: September 21, 2006
    Applicant: GEN-PROBE INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Gary Lair, Thanh Nguyen, Haito Li, Florence Li, Byron Knight, Robert Heinz, Jerzy Macioszek, Christopher Davis, Robert Scalese
  • Publication number: 20060204997
    Abstract: An automated analyzer for performing multiple diagnostic assays simultaneously includes multiple stations in which discrete aspects of the assay are performed on fluid samples contained in sample vessels. The analyzer includes stations for automatically preparing a sample, incubating the sample, preforming an analyte isolation procedure, ascertaining the presence of a target analyte, and analyzing the amount of a target analyte. An automated receptacle transporting system moves the sample vessels from one station to the next. A method for performing an automated diagnostic assay includes an automated process for isolating and amplifying a target analyte, and, in one embodiment, a method for real-time monitoring of the amplification process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2006
    Publication date: September 14, 2006
    Applicant: Gen-Probe Incorporated
    Inventors: Jerzy Macioszek, Christopher Davis, Gary Lair, Thanh Nguyen, Haitao Li, Florence Li, Byron Knight, Robert Scalese, Robert Heinz
  • Publication number: 20060151088
    Abstract: A hand-held operator manipulatable applicator device is used for dispensing adhesive bonding material to bond a panel (such as an automotive glazing panel). The device has a body containing a delivery channel for delivering adhesive to an outlet nozzle and a heating system disposed within the body for heating the bonding material in the channel to produce a substantially uniform outlet dispensing temperatures via the nozzles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2006
    Publication date: July 13, 2006
    Applicant: Carglass Luxembourg Sarl-Zug Branch
    Inventors: Robert Clement, Christopher Davies
  • Publication number: 20060123828
    Abstract: A cooler structure for use in cooling a surface (such as a vehicle windscreen) has a backing panel and, supported on the backing panel, cooling medium in heat transfer relationship with the backing panel. The structure may have a displaceable flap or the like through which a target zone of the surface may be accessed. The displaceable flap or the like may carry cooling medium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2003
    Publication date: June 15, 2006
    Inventors: Christopher Davies, Martin Bloomfield, Mir Zahedi
  • Publication number: 20060108733
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a bowling/pitching game that can be played virtually anywhere a substantially flat surface can be found and is enjoyable for adults as well as children. The playing field includes a distance marker and a scoring goal comprised of an outer scoring area and an inner scoring area. The goal also includes a game pole called the OOnagi™ pole and an object ball called an OOnagi™ ball, which sits on top of the OOnagi™ pole. While standing at the distance marker, the players pitch or bowl their balls called chuckers at the scoring goal. Scores are calculated according to the placement of the chuckers and OOnagi™ ball in the scoring goal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2006
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Applicant: Oonagi LLC
    Inventors: Sam Kelley, Christopher Davis
  • Publication number: 20060097192
    Abstract: A method for removing target material from a substrate, the method comprising directing a supply of particulate material toward a target zone of target material present on the substrate and directing radiant optical energy toward the target zone, the radiant optical energy interacting with the target material and the particulate material promoting removal of target material from the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2003
    Publication date: May 11, 2006
    Inventor: Christopher Davies
  • Publication number: 20060087049
    Abstract: A windscreen heater is used for heating a windscreen prior to and/or during resin repair. The heated windscreen promotes the flow of resin to repair the windscreen. The device is mounted to the windscreen and has a port enabling viewing of a target zone of the windscreen. A heater element is positioned in the region of the port in order to effect heating of the windscreen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2003
    Publication date: April 27, 2006
    Inventors: Christopher Davies, Martin Bloomfield, Mir Zahedi
  • Publication number: 20060081324
    Abstract: A glazing panel is fitted in a frame by placing the glazing panel in register with the frame with soft state bonding material interposed. An energy field is then set up to act upon the bonding material the energy field acting to promote curing of the bonding material. Preferably a microwave energy field is set up and the energy is applied for a predetermined period, typically less than 60 seconds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2005
    Publication date: April 20, 2006
    Applicant: Carglass Luxembourg Sarl-Zug Branch
    Inventors: Christopher Davies, Robert Clement
  • Publication number: 20060079553
    Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), wherein one of R1 and R2 is selected from a group (IA), ring A is substituted pyridin-z-yl of thiazol-z-yl, the other substituents are as described in the description and their use in the treatment or prevention of a disease or medical conditions mediated through glucokinase.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2003
    Publication date: April 13, 2006
    Applicant: AstraZeneca AB
    Inventors: Rodney Hargreaves, Christopher Davies
  • Publication number: 20060014702
    Abstract: The present invention relates to novel thioglycosides of D-galactofuranose that have an antimicrobial action, methods for their synthesis, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and methods for the treatment of patients suffering microbial infection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2003
    Publication date: January 19, 2006
    Inventors: Laurence Von Itzstein, Christopher Davis, Robin Thomson
  • Publication number: 20060005883
    Abstract: A flow restrictor with a first disk having at least one inlet and at least one outlet and a flow path and a second disk having no flow path. The first disk and the second disk being stacked together. A mass flow controller comprising with an input, an output, a flow path, a pressure transducer and the above flow restrictor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2005
    Publication date: January 12, 2006
    Inventors: Daniel Mudd, William White, Virginia Miller, Christopher Davis, Kimura Miyoshi, Tadahiro Yasuda
  • Publication number: 20050288031
    Abstract: In a free space communication network in which different communication nodes are linked together by directed beams, a method for dynamically configuring the topology of the network allows the transmission directions of the communication nodes to be autonomously changed to communicate with a new node as dictated by the needs of the network. Moreover, the nodes can be switched from directional to broadcast and back again on an as-needed basis. The network consists of a topology that can be rapidly and physically reconfigured as required to provide multiple connectivity, a desired quality of service, or to compensate with the loss of communication links between nodes. The loss of direct communication between any two nodes in an optical network can occur because of obscuration of the atmospheric path between the two nodes. The directed beam which provides the communication channel between the two nodes can, in this situation, be steered to direct its energy towards another accessible node.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2003
    Publication date: December 29, 2005
    Inventors: Christopher Davis, Stuart Milner, Igor Smolyaninov
  • Publication number: 20050272036
    Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): wherein variable groups are as defined within; for use in the inhibition of 11?HSD1 are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2003
    Publication date: December 8, 2005
    Inventors: Peter Barton, David Clarke, Christopher Davies, Rodney Hargreaves, Janet Pease, Maureen Rankine
  • Patent number: D511668
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Assignee: Carglass Luxembourg, Sarl-Zug Branch
    Inventors: Nicholas James Mival, Christopher Davies
  • Patent number: D514006
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2006
    Inventors: Simon G. Kaar, Mary McEvoy, John Christopher Davis, Elizabeth A. Maloney, Paul Steven Montgomery, Victoria Slaker