Patents by Inventor Mark A. Walker
Mark A. Walker 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).
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Publication number: 20180093155Abstract: A golf swing training device for improving the accuracy, club head speed and power of a user's swing can be customized to fit the various abilities and sizes of individual golfers. The device guides a user through the proper swing and by repeating the proper swing, the user can enhance his or her muscle memory. The golf swing training device includes a shuttle moveably mounted on an adjustably supported ring and a club moveably supported by the shuttle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2017Publication date: April 5, 2018Inventors: Richard Daniel Zimmerman, II, Harold Bowman Blach, JR., David Lee Stone, Joseph Eual Austin, Philip Mark Walker
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Patent number: 9717303Abstract: An injection molded sole (10) has an upper ungrooved portion (2) and a lower tread portion (4). At least two, continuous, undulating S-shaped grooves (6) extend generally longitudinally of the tread portion between the toe and heel ends thereof, and a plurality of grooves extending generally transversely intersect the longitudinally extending undulating grooves. The grooves have a minimum depth of about 5 mm and define individual separated tread areas (28) which can be moved apart during flexing of the sole (10). The flexibility of the sole is such that when it is incorporated in footwear, it does not restrict rolling movements of the foot when walking so that a gait can be adopted which is akin to barefoot walking.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: J-Walk LimitedInventors: Mark Walker, Joachim Sedelmeier
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Publication number: 20170204400Abstract: Platforms, systems and methods are provided for identifying engineered lanthipeptide display peptides expressed in vivo from biological organisms.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2015Publication date: July 20, 2017Applicant: The Board of Trustees of the University of IllinoisInventors: Wilfred A. van der Donk, Ayse Okesli, Xiao Yang, Mark Walker, Kenton J. Hetrick
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Patent number: 9686370Abstract: A wireless access point may be in the form of a femtocell basestation in a cellular network. In order to establish a connection into the cellular network, an identity token is required for authorization. A remote service, accessible over a Wide Area Network such as the internet, can register with the access point. When a connected user attempts to connect to the remote service, information derived from the identity token is inserted into the data traffic. Where the identity token identifies the access point, the remote service can return location-specific information. Where the identity token identifies the connected user, the remote service can return subscriber-specific information. The access point can insert information derived directly from the identity token, or it can use the identity token to access a service identity registry, and can then insert the service identity into the data traffic.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2010Date of Patent: June 20, 2017Assignee: Ubiquisys LimitedInventors: Mark Walker, Ian Hailey
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Patent number: 9375066Abstract: A ring box having a rotating ring holder, wherein movement of one or more lids as the ring box is opened or closed drives rotation of the ring holder. In some embodiments the depth of the ring box in its closed configuration can be substantially similar to the depth of the ring holder.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2015Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Inventors: Marvin Velazquez, Mark Walker
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Publication number: 20150335723Abstract: Isolated proteins and immunogenic fragments thereof, for use in the treatment and prevention of a Group A Streptococcus infection are provided. In particular, the invention provides pharmaceutical compositions and methods of prophylactic and/or therapeutic treatment of a Group A Streptococcus infection.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2015Publication date: November 26, 2015Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONGInventors: Mark Walker, Jason Cole, Anna Henningham
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Patent number: 8812565Abstract: Enhanced browser caching is provided through a file identifier attribute employed at a front end server level for deterministic marking A front end server may use an attribute of a file identifier such as an attached parameter, a pattern, a directory associated with the file, or similar attributes to change the links it emits into other content in order to prompt the browsers to request new files. The attribute may be changed (e.g. incremented) based on a web change associated with the content being served.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2010Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Frederico Mameri, Elisabeth Olson, Andrew Sean Watson, Mark Walker
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Patent number: 8792873Abstract: A cellular communications network includes multiple base stations. In order for the network to provide the best possible coverage for users, it is necessary for the radio configuration of each base station to take into consideration the radio configurations of nearby base stations. Operational context information for the access point is transmitted according to a publish-subscribe messaging pattern. Information is received identifying at least one other access point meeting proximity criteria. The access point subscribes to publish-subscribe messages from the or each other access point identified in said information, and sets its radio configuration information in view of the received messages from the or each other access point.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2012Date of Patent: July 29, 2014Assignee: Ubiquisys LimitedInventors: Mark Walker, Charlotte Baden, Tim Robinson
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Publication number: 20140134991Abstract: A cellular communications network includes multiple base stations. In order for the network to provide the best possible coverage for users, it is necessary for the radio configuration of each base station to take into consideration the radio configurations of nearby base stations. Operational context information for the access point is transmitted according to a publish-subscribe messaging pattern. Information is received identifying at least one other access point meeting proximity criteria. The access point subscribes to publish-subscribe messages from the or each other access point identified in said information, and sets its radio configuration information in view of the received messages from the or each other access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2012Publication date: May 15, 2014Applicant: UBIQUISYS LIMITEDInventors: Mark Walker, Charlotte Baden, Tim Robinson
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Publication number: 20140041261Abstract: An injection moulded sole (10) has an upper ungrooved portion (2) and a lower tread portion (4). At least two, continuous, undulating S-shaped grooves (6) extend generally longitudinally of the tread portion between the toe and heel ends thereof, and a plurality of grooves extending generally transversely intersect the longitudinally extending undulating grooves. The grooves have a minimum depth of about 5 mm and define individual separated tread areas (28) which can be moved apart during flexing of the sole (10). The flexibility of the sole is such that when it is incorporated in footwear, it does not restrict rolling movements of the foot when walking so that a gait can be adopted which is akin to barefoot walking.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2012Publication date: February 13, 2014Applicant: J-WALK LIMITEDInventors: Mark Walker, Joachim Sedelmeier
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Publication number: 20130095789Abstract: Methods of operation of an access point are disclosed. These methods may involve authenticating a user equipment device in the access point. Access points configured for operating in accordance with the methods are also disclosed. Additionally, methods of operation of user equipment devices, and user equipment devices themselves configured for operating, in conjunction with the access points are disclosed. Still further, core network nodes configured to operate with the access points are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: UBIQUISYS LIMITEDInventors: Peter Keevill, Mark Walker, Cristavao Da Silva, Andrea Giustina, Michael Wege
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Publication number: 20120295664Abstract: A wireless access point may be in the form of a femtocell basestation in a cellular network. In order to establish a connection into the cellular network, an identity token is required for authorisation. A remote service, accessible over a Wide Area Network such as the interne, can register with the access point. When a connected user attempts to connect to the remote service, information derived from the identity token is inserted into the data traffic. Where the identity token identifies the access point, the remote service can return location-specific information. Where the identity token identifies the connected user, the remote service can return subscriber-specific information. The access point can insert information derived directly from the identity token, or it can use the identity token to access a service identity registry, and can then insert the service identity into the data traffic.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2010Publication date: November 22, 2012Applicant: UBIQUISYS LIMITEDInventors: Mark Walker, Ian Hailey
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Publication number: 20120096058Abstract: Enhanced browser caching is provided through a file identifier attribute employed at a front end server level for deterministic marking A front end server may use an attribute of a file identifier such as an attached parameter, a pattern, a directory associated with the file, or similar attributes to change the links it emits into other content in order to prompt the browsers to request new files. The attribute may be changed (e.g. incremented) based on a web change associated with the content being served.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2010Publication date: April 19, 2012Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Frederico Mameri, Elisabeth Olson, Andrew Sean Watson, Mark Walker
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Publication number: 20110261184Abstract: Embodiments provide microscopes, and more specifically, embodiments provide improvements to zoom control, viewing, and light management in microscopes particularly suited for surgery. These improvements include a compact zoom control system that provides enhanced surgical workspace, ergonomics, and optics, as well as improved methods for controlling a stereomicroscope light source and a novel auxiliary viewing system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2009Publication date: October 27, 2011Inventors: Michael S. Mason, M. Mark Walker
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Publication number: 20110250221Abstract: Isolated proteins and immunogenic fragments thereof, for use in the treatment and prevention of a Group A Streptococcus infection are provided. In particular, the invention provides pharmaceutical compositions and methods of prophylactic and/or therapeutic treatment of a Group A Streptococcus infection.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2008Publication date: October 13, 2011Inventors: Mark Walker, Jason Cole, Anna Henningham
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Publication number: 20100226741Abstract: A load bearing apparatus is configured to simulate a payload. The load bearing apparatus includes a load member configured to simulate the mass of a payload, a frame having frame members, a plurality of retainers configured to support the load member, and first and second outer guides coupled to the load member. The plurality of retainers includes a first retainer positioned at a first height and configured to support the load member at the first height, and a second retainer positioned at a second height different from the first height and configured to support the load member at the second height. The first and second outer guides are coupled to the load member and are configured to receive therebetween at least one lifting member of a lifting device. By using load members of different weights and positioning them at varying heights, different centers of gravity can be achieved.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2009Publication date: September 9, 2010Applicant: LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATIONInventors: Brandon Mancini, Frank H. Mrakovcic, Navin Patel, Albert E. Smith, JR., Ryan Taylor, Mark A. Walker, Joseph P. Zanovitch
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Publication number: 20100173182Abstract: A safety circuit for use in low-voltage systems improves safety of and additional features to low-voltage connections. When incorporated into a battery, the circuit leaves the battery disconnected from the low-voltage system until it determines that it is safe to make a connection. When the safety circuit determines that no unsafe conditions exist and that it is safe to connect the battery, the safety circuit may connect the battery by way of a “soft start” that provides a connection over a period of time that reduces or prevents inductive voltage spikes on the low-voltage system. A method is used for detection of proper polarity of the connections between the battery and the low-voltage system. When incorporated into a jumper cable, the safety circuit provides communication abilities, can provide test abilities, and improves connection safety and functionality, such as allowing transfer of power between low-voltage systems having different voltages.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2010Publication date: July 8, 2010Inventors: Michael Baxter, Mark Walker
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Patent number: 7635018Abstract: A system for controlling a roller shade having a roller tube windingly receiving a shade fabric varies roller tube rotational speed for constant linear shade speed. The desired linear shade speed, roller tube diameter and shade fabric thickness and length are stored in a memory for use by a microprocessor. Preferably, the roller tube rotational speed is varied by the microprocessor depending on shade position determined by signals from Hall effect sensors. The microprocessor maintains a counter number that is increased or decreased depending on direction of rotation. Based on the counter number, the microprocessor determines shade position and a corrected rotational speed for the desired linear shade speed. Preferably, the microprocessor controls roller tube rotational speed using a pulse width modulated signal. The system may be used to control first and second roller shades having roller tubes of differing diameters or shade fabrics of varying thicknesses.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2007Date of Patent: December 22, 2009Assignee: Lutron Electronics Co. Inc.Inventors: Lawrence R. Carmen, Jr., David J. Dolan, Mark A. Walker
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Publication number: 20090257416Abstract: An access point has a connection to a wide area network, and is configured to allow a device to connect thereto, and includes an Application Programming Interface for allowing a remote application to connect to the access point over the wide area network, and to obtain information relating to the device connected to the access point. In particular, the access point is configured to allow a device to connect thereto over a wireless interface, and to provide bearer translation such that traffic over the wireless interface can be directed over the wide area network. The Application Programming Interface may then allow the application to obtain information relating to a connection status of a wireless device associated with the access point.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2009Publication date: October 15, 2009Applicant: UBIQUISYS LIMITEDInventors: Mark Walker, Peter Keevill, Andrea Giustina, Uthay Thana
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Patent number: 7549062Abstract: A rights-managed document has protected content from an author thereof, whereby a recipient of the document can render the protected content with a corresponding license if the recipient satisfies terms set forth in the license. In the document, a storage portion has a message that the document is rights management protected, and a custom data portion has a section including the protected content. The recipient if enabled can render the protected content in the custom data portion and if not enabled can only review the storage portion having the message. An enabled recipient handles the received rights-managed document by recognizing that the document has the protected content in the custom data portion thereof, and discounting the storage portion of the document. Thus, the recipient examines the custom data portion of the document and proceeds based thereon to render the protected content in the custom data portion.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Pavel Kouznetsov, Jason Cahill, David Ornstein, Lauren Antonoff, Mark Walker