Patents by Inventor David Or

David Or 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).

  • METHODS OF TREATING AUTOIMMUNE AND INFLAMMATORY DISEASES AND DISORDERS
    Publication number: 20110082178
    Abstract: Heterocyclic compounds, compositions comprising them, and methods of their use for the treatment, prevention and management of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases and disorders are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: LEXICON PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: David J. Augeri, Jeffrey Bagdanoff, Simon D.P. Baugh, Kenneth G. Carson, Theodore C. Jessop, James E. Tarver
  • TREATMENT OF CLINICAL APPLICATIONS WITH NEUROMODULATION
    Publication number: 20110082326
    Abstract: Described herein are systems and methods for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) including one or more TMS electromagnets for stimulation of target deep brain regions to stimulate, enhance and/or inhibit neural activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: David J. Mishelevich, M. Bret Schneider
  • Containment Device and Method For Containing Energy Storage Devices
    Publication number: 20110079456
    Abstract: A containment device including a cover defining an internal volume and an opening into the internal volume, the cover being formed as a layered structure including at least a first layer and a second layer, the first layer comprising a woven ceramic fabric and the second layer comprising oxidized polyacrylonitrile fibers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Mori M. Borumand, David A. Bowen, Kevin O. Gaw, Chris J. Johnson
  • Method for selecting an optimal classification protocol for classifying one or more targets
    Publication number: 20110082824
    Abstract: A framework for comparison and optimization of classifiers and features for classification of targets includes preparing training and testing sets, applying a classifier to the training set to achieve a distinctly trained classifier for each classifier applied, applying each resulting trained classifier to the testing data set, selecting an optimal classifier, and applying the optimal classifier to the target. The framework is used to optimally classify a physical representation of a target, such as a document, news article, or advertisement. The framework allows for targeted advertisements to be directed to consumers based on user preferences learned from user activities across a network.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: David Allison, Karmel Allison, Zach Lyon
  • EVA BLEND COMPOSITIONS SUITABLE FOR RF WELDING APPLICATIONS
    Publication number: 20110079534
    Abstract: Disclosed are films obtained from blends of ethylene copolymers with organic acid salt-modified potassium ionomeric copolymers. The films of the present invention can be welded using RF energy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: E. I. DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventors: John Chu Chen, David J. Walsh
  • MINATURE SLUDGE LANCE APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20110079186
    Abstract: A miniature sludge lance for a steam generator in a pressurized water nuclear reactor is provided. The sludge lance is structured to enter the steam generator via an inspection opening and has a body sufficiently thin to fit between adjacent tubes. The sludge lance rail has at least two types of nozzle assemblies that may be attached thereto. One nozzle assembly rotates and another nozzle assembly translates in a vertical direction. A drive assembly, a mounting assembly, an oscillation assembly, and flow straighteners are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC COMPANY LLC
    Inventors: Phillip J. Hawkins, Eric R. Haberman, Jerod J. Rudish, David W. Selfridge
  • MANIFOLD SPRAYING SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED MOUNTING ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20110079666
    Abstract: A mounting system for a spray manifold having a plurality of spray modules arranged in a lateral array with support assemblies between adjacent modules. The mounting arrangement includes one or more mounting assemblies which each have a hub that is securable about one of the manifold support assemblies and a clamp comprising a pair of clamping arms that is securable about the hub by means of an appropriate fastener. The hub and clamping arms define complementary circular surfaces which permit the selected pivotal positioning of the hub and the spray manifold to which it is secured relative to the clamp and a machine mounting structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: Spraying Systems Co.
    Inventors: David Clark Huffman, Rick H. Knapp, Maurice Ovide Brisson
  • METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING NETWORK CONDITIONS VIA A STACKED TOPOLOGY OF NETWORK CAPTURED TRAFFIC DISTRIBUTION DEVICES
    Publication number: 20110080829
    Abstract: Methods, systems, computer-readable media, and devices for monitoring a stacked topology of network captured traffic distribution devices and/or a device or network connected thereto are described. For example, a network captured traffic distribution device communicatively coupled to a plurality of network captured traffic distribution devices arranged in a stacked topology via a communication link may monitor a status of the stacked topology, a network captured traffic distribution device included in the stacked topology, a network communicatively coupled to the stacked topology, and/or a network device communicatively coupled to the stacked topology. Configuration information included in the network captured traffic distribution device may be updated responsively to the monitoring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: VSS Monitoring, Inc.
    Inventors: Terence M. Breslin, David Kucharczyk, Jan Allen Hinshaw
  • REPLACEMENT ADHESIVE UNIT FOR EAR COUPLERS
    Publication number: 20110082386
    Abstract: A replacement adhesive unit for optimizing adhesion to a disposable ear coupler and an ear of an infant comprises at least one adhesive layer that can be attached to a skin side flange of the disposable ear coupler, at least one structural tie layer to attach with a bottom side of the adhesive layer, and at least one adhesive ring having a top side and a bottom side, the top side being attached at a bottom surface of the structural tie layer. The structural tie layer provides structural support to the replacement adhesive unit and the application of at least one surface tape and the replacement adhesive unit in a laminated arrangement makes the disposable ear coupler reusable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventor: DAVID A. SHERATON, SR.
  • ONE-WAY VALVE DEVICES FOR ANCHORED IMPLANTATION IN A LUNG
    Publication number: 20110079221
    Abstract: An intra-bronchial device placed and anchored in an air passageway of a patient to collapse a lung portion associated with the air passageway. The device includes a support structure, an obstructing member carried by the support structure that reduces ventilation to the lung portion by preventing air from being inhaled into the lung portion, and at least one anchor carried by the support structure that anchors the obstruction device within the air passageway. The anchor may engage the air passageway wall by piercing or friction, include a stop dimensioned for limiting the piercing of the air passageway wall, and may be releasable from the air passageway for removal of the intra-bronchial device. The anchors may be carried by a peripheral portion of the support structure, or by a central portion of the support structure. The obstructing member may be a one-way valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: Spiration, Inc.
    Inventors: David H. Dillard, Hugo X. Gonzalez, Seung Yi, Lauri J. DeVore, Mia Park, Dean T. Corcoran, Jenni Rimbaugh, Clifton A. Alferness
  • Artificial Spinal Disc
    Publication number: 20110082556
    Abstract: An artificial disc prosthesis is provided. The prosthesis enables spinal segment alignment by having a variable height across its surface. The variable height is achieved by an asymmetric artificial nucleus or by at least one variable height end plate. The prosthesis may have a central keel on one end plate and an offset pair of keels on a second end plate. The nucleus may engage a slot or trough in an inner surface of an end plate. The trough can be open on the posterior or anterior end to allow the nucleus to slide into the trough without undue distraction of adjacent vertebrae. The nucleus can be prevented from moving out of the trough by inserting a stop in the trough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: SYNERGY DISC REPLACEMENT, INC.
    Inventors: Neil Duggal, Daniel R. Baker, Robert Conta, Carly A. Thaler, David T. Stinson
  • FOOD PROCESSOR BOWL COVER DYNAMIC SEALING ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20110079596
    Abstract: A food processor bowl 1 has a pouring lip 2, a sidewall 4, a handle 5, a floor 6 and bowl neck 7 with an opening 3. The bowl 1 has an upper rim 8 and pair of hinge slots 9, 10 adapted to receive corresponding hinge pins 17, 18 that are attached to the cover 13. The bowl neck 7 is adapted to receive a driven motor shaft (not shown) through its opening 3. A conventional blade assembly (not shown) is mounted to the driven shaft to rotate therewith in order to chop and mix food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Charles Z. Krasznai, Joseph J. Laskowski, David J. Wanat, James A. Sandor
  • PORT FIXATION WITH VARYING THREAD PITCH
    Publication number: 20110082338
    Abstract: A surgical portal device comprising a body portion and at least one thread is disclosed. The body portion defines a longitudinal axis and has a proximal end, a distal end, an exterior surface, and a lumen configured to allow a surgical instrument to pass therethrough. The at least one thread extends at least partially along the exterior surface of the body portion. The at least one thread defines a thread pitch between adjacent portions of the thread. A distal portion of the thread pitch is different from a proximal portion of the thread pitch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP
    Inventors: Gregory Fischvogt, Sally Carter, David Fowler
  • AUTOMATIC BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
    Publication number: 20110080422
    Abstract: In an example embedment disclosed herein is an apparatus, comprising a battery, a display, and logic coupled to the battery and display. The logic is configured to determine an amount of remaining energy in the battery, and a current power consumption rate of the apparatus. The logic determines whether the amount of remaining energy is sufficient to operate the apparatus for the duration of the predetermined time period based on the current power consumption rate of the apparatus. The logic is configured to adjust the brightness of the display to enable the device to operate for the duration of the predetermined time period responsive to determining the amount of remaining energy in the battery is insufficient to operate the apparatus for the duration of the predetermined time period based on the current power consumption of the apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Kang Lee, Austin Park, David Timothy Robishaw
  • NUTRIENT ENHANCED BIOSOLIDS PELLETS
    Publication number: 20110079063
    Abstract: A dry, flowable fertilizer is provided that includes multiple dry, flowable biosolids pellets. Each of the pellets has a pellet surface. Potassium salt grains are adhered to the pellet surfaces and a dust control agent coating is applied to retain the grains on the pellet surfaces. The resultant dry, flowable fertilizer has higher potassium loadings to the potassium salt grains than previous biosolids based fertilizers. A process of forming a fertilizer is also provided that includes tumbling dry, flowable biosolids pellets with powdered potassium salt grains to form a mixture. An aqueous spray is added to adhere the salt grains to the pellet surfaces. With the application of a dust control agent, the salt grains are retained. Potassium levels in NPK units of from 1 to 15 are routinely achieved with greater than 90 elemental % of the potassium is from the surface decorating potassium salt grains.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicants: Synagro Technologies, Inc., The Andersons, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry Culp, Joseph David Hodges, Kenneth L. Wetherington, JR., Terry Lee Wiseman
  • SLIP-ON FOOTWEAR WITH FIT FEATURES
    Publication number: 20110078924
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a slip-on boot with fit features that enable snug fit while still allowing for convenient foot entry and exit. Related methods of using and manufacturing a slip-on boot are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: RED WING SHOE COMPANY, INC.
    Inventors: Kyle D. Rackiewicz, Mark T. Dinndorf, David R. Swinnerton, Charles L. Caverly
  • METHOD FOR COLLISION RISK MITIGATION USING INTELLIGENT NON-INVASIVE ULTRASONIC SENSORS FOR DIRECTIONAL DRILLING
    Publication number: 20110080807
    Abstract: A method of directional drilling which comprises an intelligent non-invasive ultrasonic sensors that can detect the approaching of an existing well and then can stop and redirect the directional drilling to prevent collisions with preexisting wells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: CLAMPON, INC.
    Inventors: Geir Instanes, Hans Wagner, Jim Boecker, David Caldwell, Mads Toppe
  • Cylinder Phaser Valves
    Publication number: 20110079142
    Abstract: A phaser valve for a piston and cylinder assembly helps to keep a pair of pistons in phase with each other. The phaser valve includes a poppet which is slidable between opposing seats of a valve housing. The poppet includes a head and a stem, both the head and the stem having concave portions which facilitate the flow of hydraulic fluid across the valve. The poppet head has two generally conical ends, so that the head makes a fluid-tight seal with a seat when the head is urged towards either seat. Due to its construction, the phaser valve may be built to fit within a very small space, while still allowing a substantial flow of fluid when the head is not in abutment with one of the seats.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: SONY CORPORATION
    Inventors: David E. Albrecht, David E. Albrecht, JR.
  • FOCUSING LENS SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20110080736
    Abstract: A lens for a flashlight or other lighting unit provides for focusing light from a source, such as an LED, to provide a light beam adjustable between a spot beam and a wide beam. The lens includes a lens body with a front face, a rear LED-receiving well, and a side surface extending between the front face and the rear well. The front face includes a central surface surrounded by an annular concave surface. The rear well includes a space for the LED to be adjusted in position. The rear well space is defined by a concavely-curved sidewall and a concavely-curved base. The concave curvature of the sidewall and base may be Bezier curves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: COAST CUTLERY COMPANY
    Inventors: David C. BRANDS, Anurag GUPTA
  • METHOD AND SYSTEM TO TRANSFORM UNSTRUCTURED INFORMATION
    Publication number: 20110082872
    Abstract: There is provided methods and systems to transform unstructured information into structured information. First, the system accesses a rule specifying a condition for assigning data to the data item, the condition based on the content of the data item, the assigned data to provide structure to the data item. Second, based on a detecting that the condition has been met, the system applies the rule to assign the assigned data to the data item. Third, the system stores, in a database, the data item and the assigned data as the data item structured information.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Applicant: eBay Inc.
    Inventors: Josh Loftus, Venkat Sundaranatha, Louis Marcel Gino Monier, Jean-Michel Leon, Aditya Arora, Benjamin David Foster, Seema Shah