Patents by Inventor John Ferguson

John Ferguson 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: 20110081386
    Abstract: The release rate of an active agent from oleosomes can be modulated by formulation of the oleosomes with a release control agent, such as a multihydric alcohol. In this context, oleosomes containing an active agent may be used in the preparation of a variety of formulations, including formulations for topical use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2009
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Jacob Guth, John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20110070299
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising duloxetine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipient(s) characterised in that the duloxetine has a D90 particle size of 2 to 40 ?m.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2009
    Publication date: March 24, 2011
    Applicant: ALPHAPHARM PTY LTD.
    Inventors: Brett Antony Mooney, Panagiotis Keramidas, Phillip John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20100298738
    Abstract: Methods for processing a vessel, for example to provide a gas barrier or lubricity, are disclosed. First and second PECVD or other vessel processing stations or devices and a vessel holder comprising a vessel port are provided. An opening of the vessel can be seated on the vessel port. The interior surface of the seated vessel can be processed via the vessel port by the first and second processing stations or devices. Vessel barrier, lubricity and hydrophobic coatings and coated vessels, for example syringes and medical sample collection tubes are disclosed. A vessel processing system and vessel inspection apparatus and methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2010
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Inventors: John T. Felts, Thomas E. Fisk, Robert S. Abrams, John Ferguson, Jonathan R. Freedman, Robert J. Pangborn, Peter J. Sagona
  • Publication number: 20100223089
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method of creating a calendar event record includes receiving a selection of an option to schedule a meeting from an electronic mail interface for an electronic mail message and rendering a calendar event record scheduling interface and automatically populating fields for the calendar event record based on fields from the electronic mail message.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: RESEARCH IN MOTION LIMITED
    Inventors: James Andrew GODFREY, Daryl Joseph MARTIN, John Ferguson WILSON
  • Publication number: 20100223088
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method of managing calendar event records at a database includes detecting a change to a distribution list, the change associated with at least one affected list member, determining ones of the calendar event records to which the distribution list is invited, and sending a respective calendar event update message to each of the at least one affected list member for each of the ones of the calendar event records.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: RESEARCH IN MOTION LIMITED
    Inventors: Daryl Joseph MARTIN, James Andrew GODFREY, John Ferguson WILSON
  • Patent number: 7745681
    Abstract: A fabric comprises first and second webs of gel-forming fiber needled to the first and second sides respectively of a textile fiber scrim. Such fabrics find application as wound dressings, in particular for packing cavity wounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignee: ConvaTec Limited
    Inventor: Paul John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20090196723
    Abstract: The present invention pertains to a trailer for lifting and transporting cable reels. The trailer has a base, a pair of substantially perpendicular cantilevers, and a latch assembly. The cantilevers lift a cable reel off of the ground, and the latch assembly transfers at least a portion of the weight of the reel from the cantilevers to the base. The base is mounted on wheels and can be pulled or pushed by a vehicle connected to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2009
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Applicant: REELSTRONG, LLC
    Inventors: Noel C. Smith, John Zitkus, John Ferguson, Dean Wenger, Lloyd Glick, Brian F. Forde
  • Publication number: 20090169617
    Abstract: A controlled-release formulation comprising one or more distinct and discrete units located in physical juxtaposition to enable administration to a patient in need of treatment in a single dose, characterised in that the or each unit comprise(s): (i) a unit dose of an active pharmaceutical ingredient or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; (ii) one or more extended-release agent(s); and, optionally, (iii) one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, wherein the sum of the unit dose(s) constitutes a pharmaceutically effective amount of the active pharmaceutical ingredient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Panagiotis Keramidas, Brett Antony Mooney, Phillip John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20090114399
    Abstract: An adjustable end stop may selectively include one or more of the following elements: at least one guide member, a collapsible member, a movable assembly, a drive mechanism, and a position adjustment mechanism. The guide member may have the collapsible member and/or movable assembly attached thereto. The collapsible member may be configured to collapse when the end of the tubular member engages the collapsible member in a first direction and resist collapsing when the end of the tubular member engages the collapsible member in a second direction. The movable assembly may be movably attached to the at least one guide member, in which the movable assembly is configured to move along at least a portion of the length of the at least one guide rail. Further, the drive mechanism may be used to selectively position the collapsible member and/or movable assembly along the at least one guide member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2008
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Applicant: FRANK'S INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Dougal Hugo Brown, Russell John Ferguson, Joshua Kyle Bourgeois
  • Publication number: 20090030364
    Abstract: A cartridge for administration of a bioactive agent may include a plurality of chambers, including at least a first chamber and a second chamber. Each of the chambers may contain a component of a composition to be administered to a tissue site of a subject. For example, the first chamber may contain the bioactive agent and the second chamber may contain a liquid for suspending the bioactive agent prior to administration to the tissue site. An apparatus for administering or delivering a bioactive agent may include the cartridge and may further include an energy source for providing an electrical pulse to the tissue site. The apparatus may further cause mixing of the bioactive agent with the liquid in the cartridge. For example, the apparatus may impact the cartridge to result in mixing of the bioactive agent with the liquid. A method for combining a bioactive agent with a liquid forms a composition for delivering to a tissue site.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2006
    Publication date: January 29, 2009
    Applicant: The Johns Hopkins University
    Inventors: John W. Harmon, Guy Pierre Marti, Mark John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20090006435
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a control processor sends unique identifiers to each traffic processor in a multi-processor system of different unique identifiers may be sent for each traffic processor supported Management Information Base (MIB). The traffic processors modify MIB object identifiers to include the unique identifiers and then transmit notifications that include the unique identifiers, MIB object identifiers, and associated traffic processor parameter values. In another embodiment, the control processor handles the task of attaching unique identifiers so each MIB object identifiers are uniquely correlated with a particular traffic processor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Publication date: January 1, 2009
    Applicant: Cisco Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Juan M. Mojica, Walter Dixon, Richard Gray, Tzu-Ming Tsang, John Ferguson Linton
  • Publication number: 20080264650
    Abstract: A control line positioning apparatus (10) comprising a retainer arm (30), having a control line retainer thereon, is driven between a removed position with the retainer arm (30) positioned adjacent to a base and adjacent to a rig floor and a raised position with the retainer arm (30) raised by a drive member to a raised position to hold one or more control lines (90) along a portion of the length of a pipe string (80) to facilitate application of a clamp to secure the control lines to the pipe string (80). In one embodiment, the retainer arm (30) may be releasably secured to a docking assembly (50) disposed adjacent to the pipe engaging apparatus and adjacent to a rig floor. In one embodiment, the control line positioning apparatus may comprise an ascending control line pathway (112) comprising a plurality of rolling members to direct one or more control lines to a retainer assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2008
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Applicant: FRANK'S CASING CREW & RENTAL TOOLS, INC.
    Inventors: Brian David Begnaud, Russell John Ferguson, Dougal Hugo Brown
  • Publication number: 20080255970
    Abstract: A method for providing bookkeeping or accounting electronically. More particularly, this invention relates to a system or method for creating a reconciled set of electronic books by firstly introducing and integrating an accounting classification code or codes into the transaction data routinely captured by financial institutions at the time of the financial transaction to form a data aggregate on the financial institution server; the access by and transfer to the server of a person, business or entity, or a service provider authorised by the person, business or entity, of those data aggregates; the processing of that data into a form or state compatible with the operating requirements of a bookkeeping or accounting program used to prepare the financial records of the person, business or entity and the transfer of the processed data into the program ledger, journal or cash book to produce a set of electronic books for a period.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2008
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Inventor: Anthony John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20070266445
    Abstract: Described herein are methods and systems for secure exchange of information related to electronic design automation. Information deemed sensitive and otherwise worthy of protection may be secured by methods such as encryption, obfuscation and other security measures. The secured information may be provided to an electronic design automation tool for processing without revealing at least some of the secured information. For instance, rule files related to integrated circuit manufacturability may be selectively annotated to indicate portions thereof deserving of protection. An encryption tool may be used to secure the information so indicated and generate a file comprising secured information related to electronic design automation. An electronic design automation tool may then unlock and use the secured information without revealing the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: John Ferguson, Fedor Pikus, Kyohei Sakajiri, Laurence Grodd
  • Patent number: 7210206
    Abstract: A method for the manufacture of a reinforced gel-forming fabric composite comprising a reinforcing layer and gel-forming fibre material is characterized in that the gel-forming fibre material in non-woven fabric form is needled into the reinforcing layer from one side so as to penetrate through the reinforcing layer and form a layer of gel-forming fibre material on both sides of the reinforcing layer. The resulting fabric finds use in a wound dressing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2007
    Assignee: Convatec Limited
    Inventor: Paul John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20070092657
    Abstract: The present application is directed to a spray booth comprising a first enclosure for applying spray material and a second enclosure for drying spray material. An exhaust system is in fluid connection with the first and second enclosures. A fire suppression system is in fluid connection with at least one component chosen from the first enclosure, the second enclosure and the exhaust system. A processor is in data communication with at least one component chosen from the spray enclosure, the drying enclosure, the exhaust system and the fire suppression system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Publication date: April 26, 2007
    Inventors: John Ferguson, Mark Gabriel, Christopher Carter, Kevin Bell, Candace Propp, David Wagner, Daniel Wells
  • Publication number: 20070083550
    Abstract: A system and method of tracking a data object of a data management system. A tracking object is associated with a first data object, the tracking object including a first status data having a first status value representing a status of the first data object. Upon the creation and/or modification of a second data object that is associated with the first data object, the first status data is automatedly updated with a second status value based on the creating and/or modifying of the second data object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2005
    Publication date: April 12, 2007
    Applicant: IDX Investment Corporation
    Inventor: John Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20060259978
    Abstract: Electronic data can be exchanged in a secure manner. Information deemed sensitive and otherwise worthy of protection may be secured by methods such as encryption, obfuscation and other security measures. The secured information can be processed without revealing at least some of the secured information. For instance, rule files related to integrated circuit manufacturability may be selectively annotated to indicate portions thereof deserving of protection. An encryption tool can be used to secure the information. A system can then unlock and use the secured information without revealing the same. In one desirable aspect, information can be encrypted or decrypted using a key, the key being generated based on licensing information associated with a software application.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2006
    Publication date: November 16, 2006
    Inventors: Fedor Pikus, John Ferguson, Kyohei Sakajiri, Laurence Grodd
  • Patent number: 7113708
    Abstract: A data communications link uses a multi-power level optical source to encode and transmit data words along a communications channel to a receiver station. A received signal condition monitor senses the level of a pre-determined characteristic and transmits a control signal to a controller which controls the power output of the optical source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Assignee: Barr & Stroud Limited
    Inventors: Stephen Creaney, Philip Lane, Richard John Ferguson, Thomas Crummey
  • Publication number: 20060090146
    Abstract: Systems and methods for verifying integrated circuit designs: (a) receive input corresponding to physical layouts of cells of the design and available master cells. The systems and methods then determine if the design cells are intended to correspond to one of the master cells, and if so, the systems and methods then determine if the layouts of the cells and the corresponding master cells match one another, e.g., by a layout vs. layout comparison of the design cell with the master cell to determine if the coordinates of the polygon(s) in the design cell match corresponding coordinates of the polygon(s) in the master cell. An “XOR” comparison may be used to determine if the design cell features match the corresponding master cell features. Computer-readable media may be adapted to include computer-executable instructions for performing such methods and operating such systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2004
    Publication date: April 27, 2006
    Applicant: Mentor Graphics Corp.
    Inventors: Joseph LeBritton, John Ferguson