Patents by Inventor MARK BRIAN

MARK BRIAN 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).

  • PASSENGER SEAT WITH SINGLE ACTUATOR SEAT MECHANISM
    Publication number: 20120228919
    Abstract: A passenger seat includes a rigid frame, a seat pan supported by the frame and movable relative to the frame, a leg rest pivotally attached to a forward end of the seat pan, a seat back pivotally attached to a rearward end of the seat pan, and a single actuator linked to the leg rest such that extension of the actuator causes the leg rest to pivot forward, the seat pan to move forward, and the seat back to recline. A method of adjusting the passenger seat includes activating the actuator such that extension of the actuator causes the leg rest to pivot forward, the seat pan to move forward, and the seat back to recline.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: Be Aerospace, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brian Dowty, Tracy N. Pence
  • Computer network defense
    Patent number: 8266320
    Abstract: Training defense of a computer network. The system includes an enterprise asset subsystem to be defended. The enterprise asset subsystem runs operating system, support services, and application programs. The system also includes a neutral subsystem that is in communication with the enterprise asset subsystem and is used to set up and run at least one exercise scenario, and score performance of enterprise asset defenders in defending the system against exploits. Exploits are launched by an exploitation subsystem communication with the enterprise asset subsystem.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Science Applications International Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Brian Bell, Scott Cruickshanks Kennedy, Carleton Royse Ayers, II, Brian Whyte, Kay Myers
  • ANTIGEN BINDING PROTEINS
    Publication number: 20120225055
    Abstract: The present invention relates to antigen binding proteins, such as antibodies, which bind to serum amyloid P component (SAP), polynucleotides encoding such antigen binding proteins, pharmaceutical compositions comprising said antigen binding proteins and methods of manufacture. The present invention also concerns the use of such antigen binding proteins in the treatment or prophylaxis of diseases associated with amyloid deposition including systemic amyloidosis, local amyloidosis, Alzheimer's disease, and type 2 diabetes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventors: Tejinder Kaur BHINDER, Susannah Karen Ford, Volker Germaschewski, Alan Peter Lewis, Mark Brian Pepys
  • Compound and use thereof in the treatment of amyloidosis
    Patent number: 8236984
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) for stabilizing the tetrameric form of transthyretin, compounds for use in the treatment or prevention of amyloidosis, and agents and medicaments comprising such compounds. wherein X, Y, R1, R2, R3, R4, m, n, p, q, and the linker are as defined herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Pentraxin Therapeutics Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark Brian Pepys, Steven Victor Ley, Angus John Morrison, Vittorio Bellotti, Simon Kolstoe, Martin Smith
  • Passenger seat with single actuator seat mechanism
    Patent number: 8201876
    Abstract: A passenger seat includes a rigid frame, a seat pan supported by the frame and movable relative to the frame, a leg rest pivotally attached to a forward end of the seat pan, a seat back pivotally attached to a rearward end of the seat pan, and a single actuator linked to the leg rest such that extension of the actuator causes the leg rest to pivot forward, the seat pan to move forward, and the seat back to recline. A method of adjusting the passenger seat includes activating the actuator such that extension of the actuator causes the leg rest to pivot forward, the seat pan to move forward, and the seat back to recline.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignee: BE Aerospace, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brian Dowty, Tracy N. Pence
  • WATER HEATER WITH POWER CONSUMPTION REPORTING
    Publication number: 20120067860
    Abstract: A hot water heater and method that includes power consumption reporting to enable consumers to better understand and control the energy usage and/or efficiency of the hot water heater. Monitoring energy consumption of an electric hot water heater having at least one electrical load that is selectively activated by a controller of the hot water heater includes sensing the amount of time the at least one electrical load is activated multiplying the amount of time by a known value corresponding to a power rating of the electrical load to determine energy consumed, and displaying on a display device an indicator corresponding to the energy consumed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2010
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Inventors: Jay Andrew Broniak, Joseph Mark Brian
  • HOUSEHOLD ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ONE OR MORE APPLIANCES AND POWER GENERATOR
    Publication number: 20120065787
    Abstract: A device and method for enabling an home energy management (HEM) system to work with a home power generator to run the home in a “survival mode” when the home has lost power from the main utility feed. The HEM controls the operation of the main appliances/loads to enable the homeowner to have basic functionality (hot water, lights, heat, cooking & preserving food) of their home, all while ensuring the max draw on the home does not exceed the output rating of the generator thereby allowing the use of a smaller generator while still providing functionality similar to larger generators resulting in energy and cost savings to the consumer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2010
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Jay Andrew Broniak, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Joseph Mark Brian, David C. Bingham
  • ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INCORPORATING A GAS POWERED GENERATOR
    Publication number: 20120065797
    Abstract: An energy management system for a home network is provided. The energy management system comprises one or more power consuming devices and a central controller having a memory and a communication module. The controller is operationally connected to the power consuming devices. The energy management system further includes a user interface capable of providing energy data to a user, and an emergency power device enabled with a communication device communicatively linked to the communication module, such that information may be transmitted by one of the communication device and communication module, and received by the other of the communication device and communication module.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2010
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Michael Beyerle, Jay Broniak, David Bingham
  • HOT WATER HEATER SCHEDULER
    Publication number: 20120060771
    Abstract: A hot water heater and method for controlling same. The hot water heater can be programmed to only heat water when the consumer anticipates that they will need it. The consumer can control the temperature of the water, the time at which the hot water will be needed, and can specify the speed vs. efficiency tradeoff regarding how the water is heated by selecting an operating mode, for example, thereby resulting in a more energy efficient and cost effective hot water heater.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Jay Andrew Broniak, David C. Bingham
  • ENERGY MANAGER WITH MINIMUM USE ENERGY PROFILE
    Publication number: 20120065796
    Abstract: A system and method for maximizing the value of power generated by a residential power generator. A home energy manager device is configured to implement a minimum energy usage profile during a peak demand event such that a maximum amount of power generated by the consumer can be sold back to the utility. For renewable energy sources such as solar cells, peak demand events often correspond with peak output of the renewable energy source. For example, hot sunny summer days are conducive to maximum solar power output and, typically, also result in maximum power demand for powering air conditioners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2010
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Jay Andrew Broniak, David C. Bingham
  • CRITICAL PEAK PRICING AUDIO ALERT
    Publication number: 20120050037
    Abstract: An energy management system and method of alerting a consumer of a peak pricing event receives information relating to cost of energy use and communicates data to one or more appliances in response thereto. An audible source operatively associated with a controller/module or one or more appliances signals a response. The audible signal can be used in conjunction with other types of alerts to the homeowner. The system preferably uses existing microprocessor based speakers provided in one or more appliances in order to disseminate the audio signal throughout the home.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Jay Andrew Broniak, David C. Bingham
  • HOME ENERGY MANAGER SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20120053739
    Abstract: Apparatus and method for managing energy of a home or other structure are disclosed. An energy management system for a home network comprises a central device controller configured to communicate with energy consuming devices, energy generation devices and storage devices at a home. Power/energy measuring devices provide consumption measurements for the home and each device to the controller. A user interface client application configured to provide real time information to a user/consumer and to an energy provider/utility about the consumption of the home, each device, and receives inputs to modify the controllers and/or the devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Jay Andrew Broniak, Natarajan Venkatakrishnan, Byron K. Guernsey, David C. Bingham
  • HOT WATER HEATER WITH AN INTEGRATED FLOW METER
    Publication number: 20120054123
    Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed that monitors water of a water heating and storage system. At least one flow meter is integrated within the system having a tank for storing water to be heated. The meter is in communication with other devices in a home network and a controller of the network with a communication module. The flow meter is connected to the cold water inlet pipe and/or the hot water outlet pipe of the system. Data is presented to the user to enable more informed use of water and of water consumption habits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: Jay Andrew Broniak, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Joseph Mark Brian, David C. Bingham
  • MANAGE WHOLE HOME APPLIANCES/LOADS TO A PEAK ENERGY CONSUMPTION
    Publication number: 20120053741
    Abstract: A household energy management method is provided comprising: a local generator for generating local energy, wherein the local generator is selected from the group consisting of wind, solar, water, and fuel powered generators. The capacity of the local generator establishes a supply limit. The method further comprises: determining a demand schedule and a peak demand limit from a controller; and, determining whether the demand schedule and peak demand indicates occurrences of exceeding the supply limit. If peak demand exceeds the supply limit, then the controller sheds the load of one or more appliances to prohibit the peak demand from exceeding the supply limit. Shedding load of at least one appliance is initiated based on a predetermined hierarchy of shedding load.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: MICHAEL THOMAS BEYERLE, Jay Andrew Broniak, Joseph Mark Brian, David C. Bingham
  • SUBMETERING HYDROCARBON FUELED WATER HEATERS WITH ENERGY MANAGER SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20120052453
    Abstract: A hydrocarbon-fueled hot water heater for supplying hot water includes a cold water inlet, a hot water outlet, a selectively activatable burner for applying heat to a volume of water between the inlet and the outlet, a sensor for sensing activation of the at least one burner, and a communication interface for communicating data corresponding to the activation of the at least one burner to a processor configured to multiply the amount of time the burner is activated by a known value corresponding to a flow rate of the burner to estimate an amount of fuel consumed by the hydrocarbon-fueled hot water heater. Other devices and methods of submetering hydrocarbon fueled water heaters are also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: John K. Besore, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Timothy Dale Worthington, Joseph Mark Brian
  • Medical Waste Receptable
    Publication number: 20120037628
    Abstract: A lid covering an interior of a medical waste receptacle base. The lid includes an intermediate waste repository connected to the cover. The repository is moveable between a holding position adapted for holding waste segregated from the receptacle base interior, and a dumping position adapted for biasing waste by gravity into the receptacle base interior.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2010
    Publication date: February 16, 2012
    Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP
    Inventor: Mark Brian Finnestad
  • Medical Waste Receptacle
    Publication number: 20120037626
    Abstract: A lid covering an interior of a medical waste receptacle base including a cover for covering the interior of the base. The cover has an opening for passing medical waste through it. The lid includes a chute for directing medical waste into the interior of the base and a closure for blocking the opening operatively connected to the cover for movement between an open position and a closed position. The lid includes a skirt operatively connected to the closure. The skirt sweeps medical waste on the chute toward the waste receptacle base interior as the closure moves from the closed position to the open position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2010
    Publication date: February 16, 2012
    Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP
    Inventor: Mark Brian Finnestad
  • Disposal Container with Locking Closure
    Publication number: 20120037627
    Abstract: A lid for covering an interior of a medical waste receptacle base. The lid includes a cover having a generally circular opening. The opening including an upper rim surrounding an upper central axis and a lower rim surrounding a lower central axis that is non-co-linear with the upper central axis. The lid includes a generally circular closure sized for blocking the opening. The lid includes a guide extending along the cover. In the open position, the closure is at least partially out of alignment with the opening. In the closed position, a center axis of the closure is aligned with the upper central axis to block the opening. The closure is moveable from the closed position to a locked position in which the center axis of the closure is coincident with the lower central axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2010
    Publication date: February 16, 2012
    Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP
    Inventor: Mark Brian Finnestad
  • ENERGY MANAGER-WATER LEAK DETECTION
    Publication number: 20120026004
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for monitoring water leaks within a home. A home network with various devices monitors these devices with a controller. Information is received from a water flow meter via a transceiver for tracking a total water flow amount through pipelines in the home. By comparing information collected to a predetermined threshold, a leak is determined as present or not within each pipeline. Upon the detection of a leak in the home, a home owner is notified of the condition so that action is taken expeditiously. A shut off valve can be triggered remotely when a request is received from the user, which closes the water pipeline to prevent water damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2010
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Jay Andrew Broniak, Michael Thomas Beyerle, Joseph Mark Brian, David C. Bingham
  • HEG - SINGLE PRIMARY NETWORK TO MULTIPLE SECONDARY NETWORK ENERGY MANAGEMENT
    Publication number: 20120029714
    Abstract: A method and system is disclosed that includes a central controller that communicates data available from an Energy Services Interface (ESI) to devices over multiple secondary networks of a home in different communication protocols. The controller is a home energy gateway that includes multiple communication modules for binding to a meter on a primary network and to form multiple secondary networks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Joseph Mark Brian, Michael Francis Finch, Natarajan Venkatakrishnan