Patents by Inventor On Wong

On Wong 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).

  • LINKED-MEDIA NARRATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20090132967
    Abstract: Technologies, architectures, and systems suitable for exploring virtual spaces, objects within the virtual spaces, and information and data related to the virtual spaces and objects. Example virtual spaces include representations of real spaces such as outer space, geographic spaces such as landscaped and the like, atomic and sub-atomic spaces, and the like, and any other real space, as well as any imaginary spaces and any combination of the foregoing. Also provided are example technologies for managing collections of linked narratives related to the virtual spaces and collections of related objects and information and data related to the objects and virtual spaces. Further provided are technologies for linking virtual spaces, linked narratives, objects, and information and data regarding such, and for aiding a user in browsing and navigating between such.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventors: Curtis Glenn Wong, Jonathan Edgar Fay
  • INTEGRATING ADS WITH MEDIA
    Publication number: 20090132326
    Abstract: The claimed subject matter relates to an architecture that can utilize special metadata to facilitate an improved advertising model in connection with media content delivery. The architecture can monitor a media player device and can launch a metadata interface on the media player device upon detection that a pause feature has been activated. Accordingly, while the media player device is paused (and therefore not presenting the media in a normal fashion), a user can interact with the metadata interface. The metadata interface can provide, e.g., advertisements or additional information related to elements or objects that exist in the media. In addition, the metadata interface can launch suitable applications in accordance with the special metadata. Additionally, the architecture can embed metadata in the media, which can be done in accordance with an advertiser bidding model.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventors: James M. Alkove, James E. Allard, David Sebastien Alles, Adam Tipton Berns, Steven Drucker, Julio Estrada, Todd Eric Holmdahl, Oliver R. Roup, David Hendler Sloo, Curtis G. Wong, Dawson Yee
  • PHOTO DIODE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20090130793
    Abstract: A method of fabricating a photo diode includes sequentially forming a buried layer of a first conductivity type, a first epitaxial layer of the first conductivity type, and a second epitaxial layer of a second conductivity type on a semiconductor substrate; forming a doped oxide film, including impurities of the second conductivity type, on the second epitaxial layer; forming a silicon nitride film on the oxide film; and patterning the oxide film and the silicon nitride film to sequentially form an oxide film pattern of the second conductivity type and a silicon nitride film pattern, respectively. The second conductivity type impurities are diffused from the oxide film pattern into the second epitaxial layer using a heat diffusion process to form a doped shallow junction layer of the second conductivity type, which converts the oxide film pattern into a non-conductive oxide film pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Kye-wong MAENG, Sung-ryoul BAE
  • VITAMIN D RECEPTOR ACTIVATORS AND METHODS OF MAKING
    Publication number: 20090131379
    Abstract: The invention relates to compounds that are vitamin D receptor activators, compositions comprising such compounds, methods of using such compounds and compositions, processes for preparing such compounds, and intermediates obtained during such processes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: ABBOTT LABORATORIES
    Inventors: Thomas W. Von Geldern, Jufang H. Barkalow, David M. Barnes, Anthony R. Haight, John E. Hengeveld, Xiaofeng Li, Maureen A. McLaughlin, William T. Noonan, Zhonghua Pei, Jinshyun Ruth Wu-Wong
  • METHOD OF SELECTING AND BROADCASTING OVER A TRANSMISSION FREQUENCY AND DEVICE FOR THE SAME
    Publication number: 20090130978
    Abstract: In some embodiments, a method of identifying at least one transmission frequency in a set of carrier frequencies can include: (a) determining a first signal strength for each carrier frequency in the set of carrier frequencies; (b) choosing a first transmission frequency from the set of carrier frequencies at least partially based on the first signal strength of each of the carrier frequencies of the set of carrier frequencies; and (c) broadcasting electrical signals over the first transmission frequency. Other embodiments are disclosed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: Belkin International, Inc.
    Inventors: Randy King, Scott Jackson, Jeong Lee, Wesley Kung, James Foo, Jerry (Ngai-Chiu) Wong, Kelly Ferdman, Vannin Gale
  • SPATIAL EXPLORATION FIELD OF VIEW PREVIEW MECHANISM
    Publication number: 20090128565
    Abstract: Indicators operable to preview or show the position and relative zoom level of a field of view within a virtual space. Virtual space exploration tools typically make use of a field of view for limiting a user's view of the virtual space and zooming in on a portion of the virtual space. A spherical indicator is provided to show the current position of the field of view within the virtual space, as well as provide an indication of level of zoom. A local field of view indication is also provided to show the current position of the field of view, as well as provide an indication of level of zoom, with respect to a nearby object within the virtual space. Such indicators may be useful in exploring outer space as well as landscapes and any other spaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventors: Curtis Glenn Wong, Jonathan Edgar Fay, David M. Folchi, Robert M. Girling, Prarthana Panchal, Martijn E. Van Tilburg
  • REFERENCE LAYER OPENINGS
    Publication number: 20090126978
    Abstract: A component having reference layer openings to contribute towards achieving a differential impedance in a circuit, is described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2009
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventors: Kok-Siang Ng, King Keong Wong, Michael E. Ryan
  • LOCALIZED THUMBNAIL PREVIEW OF RELATED CONTENT DURING SPATIAL BROWSING
    Publication number: 20090132952
    Abstract: Technologies, systems, and methods for exploring a virtual space without cluttering or obscuring a field of view of the virtual space with overlaid names, labels, symbols, markers, and the like. Instead, a user may select objects of interest presented in a context bar to locate them in the field of view. Further, the user can make use of various forms of selection to zoom in on objects or points in the field of view and access information regarding the virtual space and objects without adding persistent clutter to the field of view.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventor: Curtis Glenn Wong
  • Dosage Form Comprising Therapeutic Formulation
    Publication number: 20090130204
    Abstract: A dosage form is disclosed comprising a semipermeable walled container that houses a capsule, which capsule comprises a drug formulation, a piston, and an osmotic composition. The dosage form delivers the drug formulation through a passageway at a controlled rate over a sustained-release period of time up to 24 hours.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2009
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: ENCINAL PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENT INC.
    Inventors: Liang-Chang Dong, Patrick S.L. Wong, Vincent Joseph Ferrari, Steven Espinal
  • Inducible SIRNA expression cassette and method of use
    Publication number: 20090133136
    Abstract: An inducible siRNA expression polynucleotide and methods for its use are provided. The expression polynucleotide comprises a bicistronic expression cassette that encodes a repressor and a detectable marker, wherein the repressor controls expression of siRNA expression in the absence of an inducer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2006
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: Immusol Incorporated
    Inventors: Demin Zhou, Jon E. Chatterton, Ning Ke, Jing Zhang, Joshua Bliesath, Henry Li, Flossie Wong-Staal
  • METHOD OF OPERATING A FUEL CELL STACK AT LOW PRESSURE AND LOW POWER CONDITIONS
    Publication number: 20090130500
    Abstract: A method of operating a low pressure drop fuel cell stack comprising a plurality of low pressure drop fuel cells wherein during low pressure and low power operation, a heat transfer rate of a cathode flow field plate of each fuel cell is greater than a heat transfer rate of an anode flow field plate of the same fuel cell. Thus, a temperature gradient is created between an anode electrode and a cathode electrode of each fuel cell, as well as reactant fluids in at least one anode flow field and at least one cathode flow field of the same fuel cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventors: Boguslaw M. Wozniczka, Alfred N.F. Wong, Kevin M. Colbow
  • VACUUM SAMPLE EXPRESSION DEVICE
    Publication number: 20090131828
    Abstract: A body fluid sampling device is used to sample a bodily fluid from an incision in skin. The device includes a housing that defines a sample cavity with one open end that contacts skin. The device also includes a lancing mechanism that forms an incision in the skin. A vacuum mechanism is used to create a vacuum inside the sample cavity to express fluid from the incision site. To release the vacuum, a valve is connected with the sample cavity to exchange atmospheric air and further works to minimize fluid splatter. The fluid sample can then be tested or analyzed as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2009
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventors: Daniel Wong, Frank A. Chan, Shilpa Schuettenhelm, John Kennedy, Charles C. Raney
  • TESTING SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20090128173
    Abstract: An exemplary testing system for measuring an electronic device includes a main controller for generating a control signal, a signal generator for outputting a predetermined test input signal according to the control signals, an instrument unit comprising a plurality of instruments, and a testing port comprising a plurality of probes. The probes are configured for connecting corresponding testing points of the electronic device to the signal generator and the instruments. The predetermined test input signal is transmitted to the electronic device via the testing port, the instrument unit processing a test result signals outputted by the electronic device and outputting a result data, and the main controller receiving the result data and computing whether the result data is within a predetermined range. A related testing method is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY(ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: SHIH-FANG WONG, JIANG-FENG SHAN, TSUNG-JEN CHUANG, WEN-WU WANG
  • System and method for transferring a compressed data file to a peripheral device
    Patent number: 7536480
    Abstract: An image passthrough extension structure and method facilitating the transfer of compressed data image files from a software application to a device via the computer system operating system. The application determines whether the device is capable of decoding the specific compressed data file by polling the device driver. If the driver returns a “no support” message, the application processes the compressed data file in a conventional manner. If the driver returns a “support” message, the application transfers the compressed data file, along with the additional processing information, to the device driver utilizing the conventional file transfer operating system data structures modified to incorporate the compressed data file passthrough function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: J. Andrew Goosen, Hock San Lee, John C. Bowler, Feng Yue, Gilman Kuey Wong
  • Fluid dynamic bearing comprising a lubricating fluid having tolutriazole
    Patent number: 7535673
    Abstract: A system and method for reducing corrosion in a fluid dynamic bearing is disclosed. In one embodiment, a fluid dynamic bearing comprising a rotor portion and a stator portion is formed. In addition, a corrosion inhibitor containing lubricating fluid is provided between the rotor portion and the stator portion of the fluid dynamic bearing, wherein the corrosion inhibitor containing lubricating fluid does not react with either the rotor portion or the stator portion of the fluid dynamic bearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.V.
    Inventors: John M. Burns, Malika D. Carter, Thomas E. Karis, Kunihiro Shida, Stanley Y. Wong
  • Flow representation method and system for medical imaging
    Patent number: 7536043
    Abstract: Flow is represented by a synthesized or artificial pattern. Motion is visualized by apparent displacement of pixels from one frame to the next. An artificial pattern is introduced in order to present the flow. A changing parameter, such as velocity, is viewed as a function of multiple images or over time. The rate of change of the parameter is proportional to the perceived or actual motion. Humans perceive flow as a live stream, such as tap water pouring from a faucet or a stream in a creek. Flow associated with medical imaging is presented in a similar way, such that a pattern or other flow information persists over multiple images. The flow is synthesized by generating patterns and moving the generated patterns in the field of view. The direction and rate of motion of the pattern are a function of the direction and rate of the flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Liexiang Fan, Wayne J. Gueck, King Yuen Wong
  • Dynamic multi-dimensional scrolling
    Patent number: 7536410
    Abstract: A system and method of automatically dynamically scrolling content in a dimension to enhance user navigation and display of a relevant node is disclosed. In one example, when a user scrolls vertically to a node in a folder tree control where the node/folder name is not visible, the folder tree view may be automatically dynamically scrolled horizontally such that the full name of the folder is viewable. The automatic dynamic scrolling alleviates the effort and stress related to requiring a user to manually scroll a view in two dimensions in a tree control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Lyon K. F. Wong, Cornelis K. Van Dok, Colin Anthony, Stephan Hoefnagles
  • Glycolipids and analogues thereof as antigens for NK T cells
    Patent number: 7534434
    Abstract: This invention relates to immunogenic compounds which may serve as ligands for NKT (natural killer T) cells and to methods of use thereof in modulating immune responses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignees: The Rockefeller University, The Scripps Research Insititute
    Inventors: Moriya Tsuji, David D. Ho, Chi-Huey Wong, Doug Wu, Masakazu Fujio
  • Method and apparatus for controlling multi-fluid flow in a micro channel
    Patent number: 7534097
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling multi-fluid flow in a micro channel is disclosed. The apparatus has a first inlet for a first fluid; a second inlet for a second fluid; a first outlet; and a second outlet. The micro channel is operatively and fluidically connected to the first inlet, the second inlet, the first outlet and the second outlet. The micro channel is for receiving the first fluid and the second fluid under pressure-driven flow; there being an interface between the first fluid and the second fluid when in the micro channel. The apparatus also includes a pair of electrodes for having a first electric field applied thereto for a controlling the fluid flow velocity of the first fluid along the micro channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Nanyang Technological University
    Inventors: Teck Neng Wong, Nam Trung Nguyen, Chun Yang, Chee Kiong John Chai, Kim Tiow Ooi, Cheng Wang, Yan Dong Gao
  • Separating and assembling semiconductor strips
    Patent number: 7534699
    Abstract: A method and an apparatus for separating elongated semiconductor strips from a wafer of semiconductor material are disclosed. Vacuum is applied to the face of each semiconductor strip forming an edge of the wafer or being adjacent to the edge. The wafer and the source of the vacuum are displaced to separate each elongated semiconductor strip from the wafer. Further, a method and an apparatus for assembling elongated semiconductor strips separated from a wafer of semiconductor material into an array of strips are disclosed. Still further, methods, apparatuses, and systems for assembling an array of elongated semiconductor strips on a substrate are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Origin Energy Solar Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Paul Charles Wong, Razmik Abnoos, Vernie Allan Everett, Mark John Kerr