Patents by Inventor Michael Fox

Michael Fox 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: 20080221815
    Abstract: A method and system for controlling and monitoring the quality of concrete based on the concrete's maturity (which is a function of its time-temperature profile, or temperature history). Five different applications or embodiments of the present invention are discussed, namely, Enhanced Maturity, Moisture-Loss Maturity, Improved Maturity, SPC Maturity, Loggers, Readers, and Software. Enhanced Maturity involves a maturity calibration method to account for the water-to-cementitious-materials ratio, air content, and gross unit weight of the concrete. Moisture-Loss Maturity is a method for determining the appropriate time to terminate moisture-loss protection of concrete and concrete structures. Improved Maturity is a method and system for determining the strength of curing concrete using improved maturity calculations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2008
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Inventors: Steven M. Trost, Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 7421886
    Abstract: The invention is a quick connect coupling apparatus in the form of a test module for use in a robotic work performing application which accomplishes testing of an end effector in an offline location such that the integrity of each pneumatic circuit can be independently verified and any pneumatic components found leaking may be replaced at the offline location rather than result in downtime during production use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2008
    Inventors: Michael A. Fox, James L. Terry
  • Publication number: 20080187584
    Abstract: Provided are formulations of a stable paroxetine hydrochloride tablet comprising paroxetine hydrochloride, povidone or copovidone as a binder, and an HCl free/non-hygroscopic filler, prepared by the wet granulation method. Preferably, the paroxetine hydrochloride is paroxetine hydrochloride hemihydrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2008
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventors: Rakefet Cohen, Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 7398131
    Abstract: Method and system for controlling and monitoring the quality of concrete based on the concrete's maturity. Various embodiments of the present invention are discussed. First, Enhanced Maturity involves a maturity calibration method to account for the water-to-cementitious-materials ratio, air content, and gross unit weight of the concrete. Second, Moisture-Loss Maturity is a method for determining the appropriate time to terminate moisture-loss protection of concrete and concrete structures. Third, Improved Maturity is a method and system for determining the strength of curing concrete using improved maturity calculations. Fourth, SPC Maturity is a method that beneficially couples maturity measurements and calculations with Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods to enable rapid recognition of changes to the concrete mix and/or incompatibilities between the various components of the concrete mix.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Assignee: Nomadics, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven M. Trost, Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 7396542
    Abstract: Provided are formulations of a stable commercial paroxetine tablet comprising paroxetine hydrochloride anhydrous, povidone, copovidone or HPMC as a binder, and an HCl free/non-hygroscopic filler, prepared by the wet granulation method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Assignee: Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
    Inventors: Michael Fox, Rakefet Cohen, Anne Braunstein, Minutza Leibovici
  • Patent number: 7387225
    Abstract: A garment mounted harness having an associated vest and/or back pack having attachment means for engagement of said garment mounted harness to an associated vest or backpack having a plurality of mating attachment ends for attachment of the straps thereto garment thereto of the straps and connecting elements of the present invention enabling the user to carry an optical device hands free about the front of ones chest for easy quick use and access when required. Additionally the present invention has adjustments about the strap portion for length and comfort adjustment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20080092547
    Abstract: A combustor liner assembly includes a liner assembly, including a hot dome, a hot wall, and an impingement shield. The liner assembly further includes a convector assembly. The combustor liner assembly further includes an impingement dome assembly, including a ring-shaped portion defining a plurality of apertures configured to receive a plurality of fuel injectors, and a face. The ring-shaped portion and the face define an annular passage, and the face defines a plurality of apertures and a plurality of orifices. The convector assembly and the impingement dome assembly are operably coupled to one another, and the plurality of orifices of the face are configured such that the hot dome is exposed to air flowing in the annular passage of the impingement dome assembly. The combustor liner assembly is configured to provide flow communication between the annular passage of the impingement dome assembly and the plurality of fuel injectors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventors: John Lockyer, Stuart Greenwood, Partha Dutta, Ted Groocock, Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 7357945
    Abstract: Provided are formulations of a stable paroxetine hydrochloride tablet comprising paroxetine hydrochloride, povidone or copovidone as a binder, and an HCl free/non-hygroscopic filler, prepared by the wet granulation method. Preferably, the paroxetine hydrochloride is paroxetine hydrochloride hemihydrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2008
    Assignee: Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
    Inventors: Rakefet Cohen, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20080064669
    Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one vitamin D-containing compound, at least one corticosteroid compound, and at least one solvent component selected from the group consisting of triglycerides, sorbitan, sorbitan fatty esters, cetearyl glucoside, PEG-n sorbitan stearate, acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymers, and mixtures thereof. Also provided are methods of making such compositions, and methods for treating psoriasis using such compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2007
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Inventors: Rakefet Cohen, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20080046197
    Abstract: A method for transmitting data generated by a logger within a concrete mass and for displaying mechanical data to a device for outside the concrete mass. The method includes the step of sensing, processing, and recording the mechanical data generated by the logger within the concrete mass. The mechanical data is protected from alteration while the mechanical data is within the concrete mass. The mechanical data is transferred to an external device with a first protected transference protocol. The mechanical data is transferred to a computer with a second protected transference protocol. The mechanical data is decoded in the computer and displayed on a user interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: Michael Fox, Craig Aker, Matthew Dock, Steven Trost
  • Publication number: 20080008751
    Abstract: The present invention provides stable pharmaceutical compositions comprising a combination of active pharmaceutical ingredients. The pharmaceutical composition of the present invention comprises a moisture sensitive drug, in particular an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor such as Cilazapril, as an active ingredient, a second pharmaceutically active ingredient such as for example Hydrochlorothiazide, and at least one pharmaceutical excipient, wherein the moisture sensitive active pharmaceutical ingredient is wet granulated with a solution of at least one pharmaceutical excipient, and methods for preparing such stable pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2006
    Publication date: January 10, 2008
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070295293
    Abstract: A valve lifter assembly for deactivating a cylinder in an internal combustion engine. The valve lifter assembly is provided with a plunger movably disposed within a bore of a main body member to controllably isolate the cam lift from the rocker arm and valve of the engine. The plunger is normally locked in an extended position to transmit cam lift to reciprocatingly operate the valve. At least one locking pin is moveably disposed within the plunger to engage an inner annular groove of the main body member. Pressurized oil is provided to dislodge the locking pins from the annular groove and allow the plunger to move within the main body member, thereby isolating the cam lift from the rocker arm and valve. The deactivating lifter is preferably disposed within the recess conventionally provided for hydraulic valve lifters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2007
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Inventors: Mark Spath, Nick Hendriksma, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070281000
    Abstract: The present invention provides stable pharmaceutical compositions comprising moisture sensitive drugs, in particular an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor such as Cilazapril, as the active ingredient, and at least one pharmaceutical excipient, wherein the active pharmaceutical ingredient is wet granulated with a solution of at least one pharmaceutical excipient, and methods for preparing such stable pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2006
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070281732
    Abstract: The method and system for securing the communication system; including a first portion for computing/communicating with outside devices, a second devise for communicating with the first portion, a third portion for coupling said first and second portions and a fourth portion for securing said second portion from accidental activation. Said second portion including a manual means for switching the device to a sleep mode to conserve battery life and avoid erroneously transmitting data, placing and receiving calls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2006
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: Peter Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070255729
    Abstract: Systems and methods for generating an optimized terrain database identify several regions, including test regions that are established from the identified regions. A first set of terrain data is received for a first test region. The first set of terrain data is compared to a second set of terrain data to determine a set of quality attributes. The quality attributes are used to determine a safety margin for the first test region. The safety margin is applied to other regions having the same or similar characteristics to the first test region. Safety margins are either generated for or applied to all other regions. All regions are then compiled into an area-wide terrain database, up to and including a worldwide database.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2005
    Publication date: November 1, 2007
    Applicants: Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc., Jeppesen GmbH
    Inventors: Jens Schiefele, Marc Launer, Richard Houk, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070214610
    Abstract: A garment mounted harness having an associated vest and/or back pack having attachment means for engagement of said garment mounted harness to an associated vest or backpack having a plurality of mating attachment ends for attachment of the straps thereto garment thereto of the straps and connecting elements of the present invention enabling the user to carry an optical device hands free about the front of ones chest for easy quick use and access when required. Additionally the present invention has adjustments about the strap portion for length and comfort adjustment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2006
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070204547
    Abstract: A system and method to route electrical service conduits through the interior of a building and also to comply with the National Electrical Code(NEC). The system includes the use of a two inch concrete encasement which is reinforced by metal plates. A lower portion of the concrete encasement has a flat metal bar therein for mounting to rods extending from a secure ceiling area of a building. The protective nature of the encasement enables the service conduit to be designated as outside of a building and thus in compliance with NEC standards.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2006
    Publication date: September 6, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 7266231
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for identifying a document (55). The method comprises exposing the document (55), such as a banknote, to infrared radiation; detecting infrared radiation reflected from a plurality of regions of the document (55) to generate at least one test pattern; determining if the or each test pattern satisfies a predetermined relationship with a predetermined pattern or patterns corresponding to a known document; and, if the predetermined relationship is satisfied, identifying the document (55) as being the same as the known document.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2007
    Assignee: De La Rue International Limited
    Inventors: Bryan James Christophersen, Peter Dilwyn Evans, Jeremy Stuart Michael Fox, John Alan Skinner
  • Publication number: 20070184110
    Abstract: The invention is directed to a dipyridamole formulation comprising an extended release formulation of dipyridamole and a pharmaceutically acceptable carboxylic acid, wherein the formulation is in a tablet solid form having a diameter of about 1.5 mm to about 3 mm. Optionally, the formulation may further comprise an immediate release acetylsalicylic acid formulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2006
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Inventors: Minutza Leibovici, Itamar Kanari, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20070179653
    Abstract: A method and system for controlling and monitoring the quality of concrete based on the concrete's maturity (which is a function of its time-temperature profile, or temperature history). Five different applications or embodiments of the present invention are discussed, namely, Enhanced Maturity, Moisture-Loss Maturity, Improved Maturity, SPC Maturity, Loggers, Readers, and Software. Enhanced Maturity involves a maturity calibration method to account for the water-to-cementitious-materials ratio, air content, and gross unit weight of the concrete. Moisture-Loss Maturity is a method for determining the appropriate time to terminate moisture-loss protection of concrete and concrete structures. Improved Maturity is a method and system for determining the strength of curing concrete using improved maturity calculations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Publication date: August 2, 2007
    Inventors: Steven Trost, Michael Fox