Patents by Inventor George Johns

George Johns 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).

  • Method for preparing hydro/organo gelators from disaccharide sugars by biocatalysis and their use in enzyme-triggered drug delivery
    Publication number: 20140037731
    Abstract: A method for preparing hydro/organo gelators from disaccharide sugars by biocatalysis and their use in enzyme-triggered drug delivery. Controlled delivery of an anti-inflammatory, chemopreventive drug is achieved by an enzyme-triggered drug release mechanism via degradation of encapsulated hydrogels. The hydro- and organo-gelators are synthesized in high yields from renewable resources by using a regioselective enzyme catalysis and a known chemopreventive and anti-inflammatory drug, curcumin, is encapsulated in the gel matrix and released by enzyme triggered delivery. The release of the drug occurs at the physiological temperature and control of the drug release rate is achieved by manipulating the enzyme concentration and temperature. The by-products formed after the gel degradation clearly demonstrated the site specificity of degradation of the gelator by enzyme catalysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2008
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Inventors: George John, Praveen Kumar Vemula
  • GARMENT HANGER WITH ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER SECTION AND NON-SLIP CREASE FREE HORIZONTAL PANTS SECTION
    Publication number: 20130320051
    Abstract: A garment hanger that will accommodate a large range of sizes and designs of shirts, coats, pants, and dresses while providing an infinite number of shoulder positions within its minimum and maximum range. The garment hanger of the present invention comprises a pair of stationary shoulder bars and a pair of adjustable shoulder bars which are attached to the stationary shoulder bars. The tubular contoured shape of the garment hanger prevents dimples, bumps and creases on the shoulder section of any garment by simply and easily sliding the adjustable shoulder bars into the desired width using only friction to adjust and remain in position. Moreover, the garment hanger further comprises a horizontal section for pants which has a broader contour shape and is completely covered by a thin non-slip material such as a rubber thin layer to secure pants in position without causing lines or creases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Inventor: George John Madden
  • Coaxial solder bump support structure
    Patent number: 8563416
    Abstract: A solder bump support structure and method of manufacturing thereof is provided. The solder bump support structure includes an inter-level dielectric (ILD) layer formed over a silicon substrate. The ILD layer has a plurality of conductive vias. The structure further includes a first insulation layer formed on the ILD layer. The solder bump support structure further includes a pedestal member formed on the ILD layer which includes a conductive material formed above the plurality of conductive vias in the ILD layer coaxially surrounded by a second insulation layer. The second insulation layer is thicker than the first insulation layer. The structure further includes a capping under bump metal (UBM) layer formed over, and in electrical contact with, the conductive material and formed over at least a portion of the second insulation layer of the pedestal member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2013
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Brian Michael Erwin, Ian D. Melville, Ekta Misra, George John Scott
  • Molecular gel-based control release devices for pheromones
    Patent number: 8512726
    Abstract: The present invention relates to aryl glycolipid gels as control release devices and uses thereof in agriculture. In an exemplary embodiment, mannitol dioctanoate (M8) is used to prepare controlled release devices for pheromones.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Gregory M. Glenn, George John
  • Power converter assembly with symmetrical layout of power modules
    Patent number: 8462529
    Abstract: A power converter assembly is provided. The power converter assembly includes first, second, and third power modules. The second power module is coupled to the first power module such that the second power module is separated from the first power module by a first distance. The third power module is coupled to the first and second power modules such that the third power module is separated from the second power module by a second distance and is separated from the first power module by a third distance. The first, second, and third distances are substantially the same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignee: GM Global Technology Operations LLC
    Inventors: Terence G. Ward, Gregory S. Smith, George John, David F. Nelson
  • Custom Radiographically Designed Cutting Guides and Instruments for Use in Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
    Publication number: 20130085499
    Abstract: A system comprised of custom radiographically designed tibial and talar cutting guides, a tibial reaming guide and bit, and instrumentalities for use in total ankle replacement surgery and a computer-based system and method for making the custom radiographically designed tibial and talar cutting guides.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2012
    Publication date: April 4, 2013
    Inventor: George John Lian
  • Capacitor with direct DC connection to substrate
    Patent number: 8400775
    Abstract: A subcomponent is provided for a power inverter module. The apparatus comprises a capacitor having a terminal and integrated into a housing. A substrate is mounted on the housing. The substrate incorporates a power semiconductor switch and has at least one direct current (DC) tab. The direct current tab is directly connected to the terminal of the capacitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: GM Global Technology Operations LLC
    Inventors: Terence G. Ward, George John, Edward P. Yankoski, David F. Nelson, Gregory S. Smith, James M. Nagashima
  • Systems and instrumentalities for use in removal of tibial prostheses of total ankle replacements
    Publication number: 20130046313
    Abstract: A system comprising instrumentalities and methods for removing intramedullary stem component pieces of a tibial implant from a distal tibia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventor: George John Lian
  • COAXIAL SOLDER BUMP SUPPORT STRUCTURE
    Publication number: 20130026624
    Abstract: A solder bump support structure and method of manufacturing thereof is provided. The solder bump support structure includes an inter-level dielectric (ILD) layer formed over a silicon substrate. The ILD layer has a plurality of conductive vias. The structure further includes a first insulation layer formed on the ILD layer. The solder bump support structure further includes a pedestal member formed on the ILD layer which includes a conductive material formed above the plurality of conductive vias in the ILD layer coaxially surrounded by a second insulation layer. The second insulation layer is thicker than the first insulation layer. The structure further includes a capping under bump metal (UBM) layer formed over, and in electrical contact with, the conductive material and formed over at least a portion of the second insulation layer of the pedestal member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Brian Michael Erwin, Ian D. Melville, Ekta Misra, George John Scott
  • Custom radiographically designed cutting guides and instruments for use in total ankle replacement surgery
    Patent number: 8337503
    Abstract: A system comprised of custom radiographically designed tibial and talar cutting guides, a tibial reaming guide and bit, and instrumentalities for use in total ankle replacement surgery and a computer-based system and method for making the custom radiographically designed tibial and talar cutting guides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Inventor: George John Lian
  • Method for reducing organic waste in waste water
    Publication number: 20120305475
    Abstract: A method of treating waste water is disclosed which comprises placing a porous container such as a mesh bag containing a gelatinous culture of vegetative bacteria into waste water. The gelatinous culture dissolves over time and releases the bacteria contained therein. In some embodiments, the porous container may be reclaimed at any time. Treatment with the method eliminates a substantial portion of organic waste found in waste water and reduces or eliminates the need for used to eliminate organic waste build up in waste water facilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventor: George John Joseph Pearson
  • Pipes, systems, and methods for transporting fluids
    Patent number: 8322430
    Abstract: There is disclosed a system adapted to transport two fluids and a gas comprising a nozzle comprising a first nozzle portion comprising the first fluid and the gas, and a second nozzle portion comprising the second fluid, wherein the second nozzle portion has a larger diameter than and is about the first nozzle portion; and a tubular fluidly connected to and downstream of the nozzle, the tubular comprising the first fluid and the gas in a core, and the second fluid about the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: Shell Oil Company
    Inventors: Jose Oscar Esparza, George John Zabaras
  • Shock and vibration damping handlebar mounting assembly
    Patent number: 8317214
    Abstract: A shock and vibration damping handlebar mounting assembly, for vehicles that utilizes handlebar assisted steering, where the handlebar and its clamping components are suspended by shock and vibration damping springs and materials. The suspended components are allowed to travel along a guide, in a predetermined beneficial path, while maintaining the rider preferred handlebar angles, as the vehicle encounters shock due to rough terrain. Springs dampen the motion of the suspended components reducing the effects of the rough terrain to the rider's hands. The suspended components are isolated from the vehicle's steering mechanism by isolation components made of deadening materials thus reducing the transfer of vibration from the vehicle to the rider's hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Inventor: George John Athanasiou
  • REVERSIBLE ORAL ADHESIVE GEL
    Publication number: 20120244103
    Abstract: The invention relates to a reversible oral adhesive gel. The reversible oral adhesive gel is suitable for application to lips to inhibit oral (mouth) breathing and to promote nasal breathing and thereby prevent or ameliorate snoring and to correct other respiratory problems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Inventors: Robert J. Davis, John Alexander Staton, George John Orban
  • METHODS FOR THICKENING HYDROPHOBIC LIQUIDS WITH AMPHIPHILIC ESTERS
    Publication number: 20120201863
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for thickening a hydrophobic liquid. When a hydrophobic liquid is thickened in accordance with the invention, the liquid becomes significantly denser. Preferably, the hydrophobic liquid becomes a gel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2010
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: George John, Swapnil R. Jadhav, Praveen Kumar Vemula
  • Dual voltage-source inverter system and method
    Patent number: 8203236
    Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for a dual voltage-source inverter system. The systems and methods selectively couple a first voltage source and a second voltage source to an inverter via a controllable switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignee: GM Global Technology Operations LLC
    Inventors: Gabriel Gallegos-Lopez, Milun Perisic, Silva Hiti, George John, Gregory S. Smith, Khiet Le, Duc Q. Phan
  • Generator cooling system and method
    Patent number: 8186314
    Abstract: The invention provides to a cooling system and a method of cooling an engine-driven generator. The engine-driven generator includes an engine, a current generator, and a housing. The engine includes an engine air intake, and the current generator includes a generator air intake. The housing includes a first outlet, a second outlet, a first air passageway, and a second air passageway. The first air passageway is in communication with the second air passageway. The second air passageway partitions air into a first stream supplied to the engine air intake and a second stream supplied to the generator air intake. The first stream exits through the first outlet, and the second stream exits through the second outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Corporation
    Inventors: Brian Todd Brunelli, Christopher Joseph Drew, George John Neary, John Richard Schneiker
  • Electro-mechanical system for non-duplication of video files
    Patent number: 8185966
    Abstract: An electromechanical system consists of a memory storage unit in which the licensed video files are stored. The function of this device is to recognize the requested data and thereby allow the video file contents from the memory storage unit according to the instructions set to this device. It is an effective means for protecting the video files in the device from non-duplication.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: Trinity Future-IN PVT, Ltd.
    Inventor: George John Thekkethil
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING AND TRANSPORTING VISCOUS CRUDES
    Publication number: 20120111415
    Abstract: There is disclosed a system adapted to transport two fluids, comprising a nozzle comprising a first nozzle portion comprising the first fluid; and a second nozzle portion comprising the second fluid, wherein the second nozzle portion has a larger diameter than and is about the first nozzle portion; and a tubular fluidly connected to and downstream of the nozzle, the tubular comprising the first fluid in a core, and the second fluid about the core; the first fluid comprising a crude oil having a total acid number greater than 1, and the second fluid comprising a basic solution having a pH greater than 8.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2010
    Publication date: May 10, 2012
    Applicant: SHELL OIL COMPANY
    Inventor: George John Zabaras
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REAL-TIME ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN ADAPTATION
    Publication number: 20120089455
    Abstract: A technique for adapting an advertising campaign based on real-time campaign metrics, such as a composition of the target audience among advertising recipients or an impact on brand metrics. As the advertising campaign runs, parameters of the campaign are updated to boost performance of a portion of the advertising campaign determined to be particularly effective by the campaign metrics. The campaign metrics utilize real-time, single-question surveys across segmented portions of the target audience, and then adapt the advertising campaign to target a particular segment based on desired brand and audience metrics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Inventors: ESHWAR BELANI, Richard Frankel, George John