Patents by Inventor Kevin A. Thompson

Kevin A. Thompson 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).

  • Patent number: 7812254
    Abstract: Systems and methods for providing solar shields are provided. In one embodiment, a solar shield system includes at least one solar shield having a first set of snap-fit features positioned on the first solar shield to engage with attachment channels of an enclosure; at least one solar shield cover having a flexible hinge integrated therein, the at least one solar shield cover further includes a second set of snap-fit features for coupling the at least one solar shield cover with the at least one solar shield; and a plurality of fastening devices for securing the at least one solar shield and the at least one solar shield cover to the attachment channels of the enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Wayman, Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20100210706
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the following formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a solvate thereof, or a combination thereof, wherein R1, R2, and X are as defined herein. Compounds of the present invention are useful as progesterone receptor modulators.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2007
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: SMITHKLINE BEECHAM CORPORATION
    Inventors: David G. Washburn, Scott Kevin Thompson, Marlys Hammond, James S. Frazee, Tram H. Hoang, Latisha C. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7677662
    Abstract: The illustrative exemplary non-limiting embodiments relate to a seat cover that may include such features as a protective first side, multiple front securing straps arranged on a leading edge, and multiple rear securing straps arranged on a trailing edge. The protective cover can be held in place by securing the straps to headrests in the car. Additionally, the cover may include multiple pockets, accessible through an upwards facing side of the cover, and capable of being slid into a gap between an upper portion lower portion of the rear seats of a vehicle. One or more objects, placed within the pockets when the pockets are in position, help to hold the cover in place. The cover may also be reversible, machine-washable, and easy to remove and install.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Inventor: Kevin Thompson
  • Patent number: 7663060
    Abstract: A method for cable management in an electronics enclosure is disclosed. The method involves extruding at least one length of material that forms a cable guide having a plurality of partitions defined by one or more cable dividers and two end clip flanges, where the end clip flanges each have at least one snap guide and at least one locking clip channel. The method further involves sizing at least one cable guide assembly from the length of material, based on a predetermined length for the cable guide assembly, and preparing one or more ends of the at least one cable guide assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Michael J. Wayman, Kevin Thompson
  • Patent number: 7661289
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a method for calibrating a droplet dispensing apparatus using acoustic energy to dispense a plurality of droplet sets of a liquid from a source container into a plurality of target containers, with each droplet set being comprised of one or more individual droplets of the liquid, and with a liquid level of the liquid in the source container being measured before each of the droplet sets are dispensed. The average droplet volume for the individual droplets in each of the droplet sets is then calculated by detecting the presence of an indicator, such as a fluorescent chemical. Once the average droplet volume has been calculated, it is determined if the average droplet volume for each droplet set is acceptable or not acceptable. Where the average droplet volume is determined to be not acceptable, an existing droplet dispensing parameter is changed to a new droplet dispensing parameter that will cause the average droplet volume for that droplet set to change.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: EDC Biosystems, Inc.
    Inventors: Tarlochan S. Jhutty, Humphrey W. Chow, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090308631
    Abstract: A method for cable management in an electronics enclosure is disclosed. The method involves extruding at least one length of material that forms a cable guide having a plurality of partitions defined by one or more cable dividers and two end clip flanges, where the end clip flanges each have at least one snap guide and at least one locking clip channel. The method further involves sizing at least one cable guide assembly from the length of material, based on a predetermined length for the cable guide assembly, and preparing one or more ends of the at least one cable guide assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Michael J. Wayman, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090307983
    Abstract: A water-resistant and electromagnetic interference shielded enclosure configured to enclose a plurality of electronic components is provided. The enclosure comprises a base having a channel, a first L-shaped door rotatably attached to a first side edge of the base, a second L-shaped door rotatably attached to a second side edge of the base, a door-to-door seal abutted to a flange on the first L-shaped door, and a compressible base-seal inserted into the channel. The compressible base-seal and the door-to-door seal form a three-surface seal when the first L-shaped door and the second L-shaped door are closed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Michael J. Wayman, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090311974
    Abstract: A communication module is provided. In one embodiment, the communication module includes at least one transceiver, a filter communicatively coupled with the at least one transceiver, a power amplifier communicatively coupled to the at least one transceiver and the filter, a primary module chassis configured to hold the at least one transceiver, the filter, and the power amplifier, and a filter suspension frame assembly attached to the primary module chassis. The filter suspension frame assembly is configured to float the at least one transceiver in relation to the primary module chassis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Michael J. Wayman, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090309467
    Abstract: In one embodiment, an electronics enclosure is provided. The electronics enclosure comprises a base operable to secure one or more electronic components in place. The base comprises a back wall to which the electronic components are secured; a first end plate extending from a first end of the back wall; and a second end plate extending from a second end of the back wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2008
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Michael J. Wayman, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090307984
    Abstract: A water-resistant and electromagnetic interference shielded enclosure configured to enclose at least one electronic module is provided. The water-resistant and electromagnetic interference shielded enclosure includes a base having a channel, a first L-shaped door rotatably attached to a first edge of the base, a second L-shaped door rotatably attached to a second edge of the base, a flange seal attached to a first flange on the first L-shaped door, and a compressible base-seal inserted into the channel. The compressible base-seal and the flange seal form an enclosure seal when the first L-shaped door and the second L-shaped door are closed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2008
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin Thompson, Michael J. Wayman, Michael J. Nelson
  • Publication number: 20090311463
    Abstract: Systems and methods for proving solar shields are provided. In one embodiment, a solar shield system comprises at least one solar shield having a first set of snap-fit features positioned on the first solar shield to engage with attachment channels of an enclosure; at least one solar shield cover having a flexible hinge integrated therein, the at least one solar shield cover further comprises a second set of snap-fit features for coupling the at least one solar shield cover with the at least one solar shield; and a plurality of fastening devices for securing the at least one solar shield and the at least one solar shield cover to the attachment channels of the enclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2008
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Wayman, Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090289158
    Abstract: An outrigger is provided. The outrigger includes an arm including a receiving portion, an arm-strapping yoke pivotally coupled to the receiving portion of the arm, and at least one securing pin received in the arm-strapping yoke. The arm-strapping yoke has at least one engaging edge. The at least one securing pin is configured to force the at least one engaging edge of the arm-strapping yoke into a surface of a structure when a banding strap received in the arm-strapping yoke is tightened around the structure and the at least one securing pin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Publication date: November 26, 2009
    Applicant: ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090233955
    Abstract: Derivatives of pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine which are useful as SGK-1 kinase inhibitors are described herein. The invention described herein also describes pharmaceutical compositions containing derivatives of pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine and methods of using pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions thereof in the treatment of diseases mediated by SGK-1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2005
    Publication date: September 17, 2009
    Inventors: James S. Frazee, Marlys Hammond, Sharada Manns, Scott Kevin Thompson, David G. Washburn, Kazuya Kano, Hiroko Nakamura
  • Publication number: 20090151827
    Abstract: A device for the protection of vehicle door interiors while transporting things that might damage the door is provided. In exemplary form, the device may be removably installed on the interior of vehicle doors and at least temporarily secured in place while the door is open. Closing the door may further serve to secure the device in place, preventing it from being accidentally dislodged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Publication date: June 18, 2009
    Inventor: Kevin Thompson
  • Publication number: 20090091165
    Abstract: The illustrative exemplary non-limiting embodiments relate to a seat cover that may include such features as a protective first side, multiple front securing straps arranged on a leading edge, and multiple rear securing straps arranged on a trailing edge. The protective cover can be held in place by securing the straps to headrests in the car. Additionally, the cover may include multiple pockets, accessible through an upwards facing side of the cover, and capable of being slid into a gap between an upper portion lower portion of the rear seats of a vehicle. One or more objects, placed within the pockets when the pockets are in position, help to hold the cover in place. The cover may also be reversible, machine-washable, and easy to remove and install.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2007
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventor: Kevin THOMPSON
  • Publication number: 20080194536
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the following formula: (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable solvate thereof, or a combination thereof, wherein Ro, R1, R1?, R2, R2?, R3 and n are defined herein. The present invention further relates to a method of treating a patient from endometreosis or uterine fibroids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2006
    Publication date: August 14, 2008
    Inventors: Marlys Hammond, David G. Jones, Istvan Kaldor, Lara S. Kallander, Xi Lang, Scott Kevin Thompson, Philip Stewart Turnbull, David G. Washburn
  • Patent number: 7405209
    Abstract: The present invention provides 4-amino-azepan-3-one protease inhibitors and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, hydrates and solvates thereof which inhibit proteases, including cathepsin K, pharmaceutical compositions of such compounds, novel intermediates of such compounds, and methods for treating diseases of excessive bone loss or cartilage or matrix degradation, including osteoporosis; gingival disease including gingivitis and periodontitis; arthritis, more specifically, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; Paget's disease; hypercalcemia of malignancy; and metabolic bone disease, comprising inhibiting said bone loss or excessive cartilage or matrix degradation by administering to a patient in need thereof a compound of the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Assignees: SmithKline Beecham Corporation, SmithKline Beecham p.l.c.
    Inventors: Robert Wells Marquis, Jr., Yu Ru, Daniel Frank Veber, Maxwell David Cummings, Scott Kevin Thompson, Dennis Shinji Yamashita
  • Publication number: 20080165285
    Abstract: An auxiliary input for streaming content to a display device is provided. One embodiment comprises assigning either a first input signal or a second input signal as a default signal to provide to a display device, monitoring the other of the first signal or the second signal for display content, and providing the other of the first signal or the second signal to the display device based on a state of the default signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Applicant: INFOCUS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Kevin Thompson, Jorell A. Olson
  • Publication number: 20080168541
    Abstract: The present application relates to systems, apparatus and methods for transmitting image data from a content source to an image display in a dual mode system which includes a guest mode and an authorized user mode. One example embodiment comprises establishing a secure connection to a network requiring access credentials, detecting a content source, establishing a non-secure connection to receive image data from the content source, receiving the image data from the content source, and providing the image data to a display, wherein the content source is not provided access over the secure connection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Applicant: INFOCUS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Kevin Thompson, Rob F. Hoeye
  • Publication number: 20080088634
    Abstract: A USB image transmission system is provided. The USB image transmission system may include a content source configured to be operatively coupled to a USB-enabled display device. Image data may be transmitted over the USB connection from the content source for display by the display device. In some embodiments, a USB collaboration hub may enable multiple content sources to be operatively linked through a USB connection to one or more USB-enabled display devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2007
    Publication date: April 17, 2008
    Applicant: INFOCUS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Kevin Thompson, Ross Kruse, Steve Stark