Patents by Inventor R. Fulton

R. Fulton 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: 20090177996
    Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention comprises a system and method for translating electronic data available through a computer network and transmitting that translated data to an electronic display device for accurate, non-obfuscated display. The present invention comprises providing a server in communication with a computer network that stores an executable software application therein for translating the electronic data for display. Next, the method comprises receiving a request for data at the server from a display device also in communication with the computer network. The server retrieves requested data from a source in communication with the computer network and translates the data into a format for display on the display device in accordance with the identified display characteristics and such that original content layout and interactive elements are therein preserved, and the server transmits the translated data display to the display device for electronic display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventors: Dorian J. Hunt, Matthew R. Fulton
  • Patent number: 7142519
    Abstract: A cordless modem system where a mobile station unit (MSU) is located in the computer and a base station unit (BSU) is connected to the telephone line. A radio frequency (RF) link is developed between the two units to allow a cordless connection. A series of commands are used between the two units to allow the MSU to request a channel, the BSU to grant a channel, the BSU to notify of a ring, and the MSU to request the BSU to go off hook. In addition, there is preferably a command sequence to allow authorization of a particular MSU or BSU. There are two full duplex channels in each MSU and BSU. This allows multiple BSUS and MSUS to be utilized in a small area. Communications between the two units are secure based on address values for each 15 unit contained in the various commands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2006
    Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Said S. Saadeh, Paul R. Fulton
  • Publication number: 20060197372
    Abstract: A cold-formed, raised-center axle for a heavy-duty vehicle includes a central tube having a pair of ends, a pair of spindles attached to the central tube ends, and a wall thickness of from about 0.500 to about 0.625 inches. A hump is formed in the center portion of the tube and includes compressive residual stresses in its bottom portion when the axle is in an in-service position. A method for forming the raised-center axle includes the steps of providing a substantially straight axle, inserting the axle into a press, over-forming a hump in the axle in the direction such that camber is induced in the axle, and forming the axle in a second direction, thereby substantially removing the camber and replacing a detrimental residual stress state in the humped portion of the axle with a beneficial residual stress state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2006
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: Greg Copeland, Matthew VanMeter, R. Fulton
  • Publication number: 20050118569
    Abstract: A recombinant gene encoding a single-chain variable fragment (scFv) antibody against Venezuelan equine encephalitis virus (VEE) being cloned into a prokaryotic T7 RNA polymerase-regulated expression vector was disclosed. A streptavidin-binding peptide (SBP) sequence fused to a 6His tag is then attached downstream to the scFv gene. The recombinant fusion protein is expressed in bacteria and then purified by immobilized metal affinity chromatography. ELISA and Western blotting results revealed that the fusion protein not only retained VEE antigen binding and specificity properties similar to those of its parent native monoclonal antibody, but also possessed streptavidin-binding activity. This discovery obviates the need for chemical biotinylation of antibodies and the risk associated with antibody denaturation and provides a stable and reproducible reagent for rapid and efficient immunoassay of VEE.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2004
    Publication date: June 2, 2005
    Inventors: R. Fulton, Leslie Nagata, Azhar Alvi, Weigang Hu
  • Publication number: 20050118574
    Abstract: A method for the multiplexed diagnostic and genetic analysis of enzymes, DNA fragments, antibodies, and other biomolecules comprises the steps of constructing an appropriately labeled beadset, exposing the beadset to a clinical sample, and analyzing the combined sample/beadset by flow cytometry. Flow cytometric measurements are used to classify, in real-time, beads within an exposed beadset and textual explanations, based on the accumulated data obtained during real-time analysis, are generated for the user. The inventive technology enables the simultaneous, and automated, detection and interpretation of multiple biomolecules or DNA sequences in real-time while also reducing the cost of performing diagnostic and genetic assays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2002
    Publication date: June 2, 2005
    Applicant: LUMINEX CORPORATION
    Inventors: Van Chandler, R. Fulton, Mark Chandler
  • Publication number: 20040198176
    Abstract: An apparatus for assisting a two-breasted wearer of a nursing brassiere in determining which breast was most recently used for nursing or which breast should next be used for nursing is disclosed. Some embodiments include a flexible element attached to the brassiere at a first end and coupled at a second end to either of two portions of the brassiere, with the coupled portion reminding the woman to use a particular breast. In other embodiments, attachment of the flexible element to a portion can restrict access to the non-preferred breast. In other embodiments, an indicator attached to the brassiere can be placed in at least two states, each indicating a preference for a particular breast. In other embodiments, an alternating release switch on the brassiere automatically releases a coupling element of a breast cup associated with a preferred breast.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2004
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventors: Michael Dutka, Lois R. Fulton, Barry Charles Marin
  • Publication number: 20040059519
    Abstract: A method for the multiplexed diagnostic and genetic analysis of enzymes, DNA fragments, antibodies, and other biomolecules comprises the steps of constructing an appropriately labeled beadset, exposing the beadset to a clinical sample, and analyzing the combined sample/beadset by flow cytometry is disclosed. Flow cytometric measurements are used to classify, in real-time, beads within an exposed beadset and textual explanations, based on the accumulated data obtained during real-time analysis, are generated for the user. The inventive technology enables the simultaneous, and automated, detection and interpretation of multiple biomolecules or DNA sequences in real-time while also reducing the cost of performing diagnostic and genetic assays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2001
    Publication date: March 25, 2004
    Inventors: Van S. Chandler, Jerrold R. Fulton, Mark B. Chandler
  • Patent number: 6657507
    Abstract: An oscillator circuit including an integrated circuit amplifier, an integrated circuit active resistance circuit to set the gain of the amplifier, a crystal resonator to set the frequency of the signal generated by the oscillator circuit, and a pair of capacitors respectively situated at the inputs and outputs of the amplifier to assist in the starting of the oscillation signal. The active resistance circuit is responsive to an input signal in order to set the gain of the amplifier slightly above unity gain in order to meet the criterion for oscillation, but not too much above unity gain where the oscillator would unduly consume too much power. Thus, the oscillator has inherent low power characteristics. The active resistance circuit allows the amplifier gain to be set by software or other electronic means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Assignee: Intel Corporation
    Inventors: Robert R. Fulton, Chinnugounder Senthilkumar, Tea Lee
  • Publication number: 20030122629
    Abstract: An oscillator circuit including an integrated circuit amplifier, an integrated circuit active resistance circuit to set the gain of the amplifier, a crystal resonator to set the frequency of the signal generated by the oscillator circuit, and a pair of capacitors respectively situated at the inputs and outputs of the amplifier to assist in the starting of the oscillation signal. The active resistance circuit is responsive to an input signal in order to set the gain of the amplifier slightly above unity gain in order to meet the criterion for oscillation, but not too much above unity gain where the oscillator would unduly consume too much power. Thus, the oscillator has inherent low power characteristics. The active resistance circuit allows the amplifier gain to be set by software or other electronic means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2002
    Publication date: July 3, 2003
    Inventors: Robert R. Fulton, Chinnugounder Senthilkumar, Tea Lee
  • Patent number: 6507610
    Abstract: A cordless modem system where a mobile station unit (MSU) is located in the computer and a base station unit (BSU) is connected to the telephone line. A radio frequency (RF) link is developed between the two units to allow a cordless connection. A series of commands are used between the two units to allow the MSU to request a channel, the BSU to grant a channel, the BSU to notify of a ring, and the MSU to request the BSU to go off hook. In addition, there is preferably a command sequence to allow authorization of a particular MSU or BSU. There are two full duplex channels in each MSU and BSU. This allows multiple BSUs and MSUs to be utilized in a small area. Communications between the two units are secure based on address values for each unit contained in the various commands. The communications software utilized in the computer is not even aware of the presence of the cordless connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Said S. Saadeh, Paul R. Fulton
  • Patent number: 6449562
    Abstract: A method for the multiplexed diagnostic and genetic analysis of enzymes, DNA fragments, antibodies, and other biomolecules comprises the steps of constructing an appropriately labeled beadset, exposing the beadset to a clinical sample, and analyzing the combined sample/beadset by flow cytometry is disclosed. Flow cytometric measurements are used to classify, in real-time, beads within an exposed beadset and textual explanations, based on the accumulated data obtained during real-time analysis, are generated for the user. The inventive technology enables the simultaneous, and automated, detection and interpretation of multiple biomolecules or DNA sequences in real-time while also reducing the cost of performing diagnostic and genetic assays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Assignee: Luminex Corporation
    Inventors: Van S. Chandler, Jerrold R. Fulton, Mark B. Chandler
  • Patent number: 6364739
    Abstract: An apparatus for assisting a two-breasted wearer of a nursing brassiere in determining which breast was most recently used for nursing or which breast should next be used for nursing. Some embodiments include a flexible element attached to the brassiere at a first end and coupled at a second end to either of two portions of the brassiere, with the coupled portion reminding the woman to use a particular breast. In other embodiments, attachment of the flexible element to a portion can restrict access to the non-preferred breast. In other embodiments, an indicator attached to the brassiere can be placed in at least two states, each indicating a preference for a particular breast. In other embodiments, an alternating release switch on the brassiere uses a toggle to automatically release a coupling element of a breast cup associated with a preferred breast.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2002
    Inventors: Michael Dutka, Lois R. Fulton
  • Publication number: 20020006812
    Abstract: A cordless modem system where a mobile station unit (MSU) is located in the computer and a base station unit (BSU) is connected to the telephone line. A radio frequency (RF) link is developed between the two units to allow a cordless connection. A series of commands are used between the two units to allow the MSU to request a channel, the BSU to grant a channel, the BSU to notify of a ring, and the MSU to request the BSU to go off hook. In addition, there is preferably a command sequence to allow authorization of a particular MSU or BSU. There are two full duplex channels in each MSU and BSU. This allows multiple BSUs and MSUs to be utilized in a small area. Communications between the two units are secure based on address values for each unit contained in the various commands. The communications software utilized in the computer is not even aware of the presence-of the cordless connection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2001
    Publication date: January 17, 2002
    Inventors: Said S. Saadeh, Paul R. Fulton
  • Patent number: 6336407
    Abstract: A fuze operates in two modes. In a primary mode, the fuze functions similarly to a conventional M223 fuze. In a secondary, self-destruct mode, a pyrotechnic delay mechanism is initiated. The slide assembly is comprised of an aerodynamic safety release, a safety pin, a rotational firing pin fitted with a resilient member such as a spring, a M55 detonator, pyrotechnic initiator, a pyrotechnic delay mix and end cap. In use, the fuze is fitted to a grenade. As the grenade is dispensed from its carrier, a grenade stabilizer starts to oscillate. The oscillation results in an arming screw and an inertial weight to back out from a slide assembly, allowing the slide assembly to move to an in-line position relative to a main M55 detonator in-line with the arming screw (firing pin). Concurrently, the aerodynamic safety release is lifted in the upward direction under the force of the airstream, releasing the safety pin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2002
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Louis J. Adimari, Keith R. Fulton, Joseph A. Donini
  • Patent number: 6311622
    Abstract: A secondary self-destruct fuze that functions in the event the primary fuze mode fails to function, and that meets the design requirements for a low cost, highly producible no-spin/low velocity operating environment. The fuze includes a bottom plate, two spacers, a firing pin, a striker, a rotor, a pyrotechnic mix, a rotor spring, a striker spring, a weight with a firing pin, a weight spring, a bore rider, a bore rider spring, a housing, a handling safety pin, and a ribbon retainer. In use, the handling safety pin is removed upon loading of the grenade in the main carrier. When the grenade is ejected, the expulsion event forces the ribbon retainer to be uncovered and the ribbon to unfurl, which releases the safety lock feature. The unfurling of the ribbon in the air stream stabilizes the grenade by causing an upward pull force. Simultaneously, the air stream forces the bore rider and the bore rider spring out of the fuze.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2001
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Louis J. Adimari, Joseph A. Donini, Keith R. Fulton, Marc E. Ball, Edward F. Cooper, John R. Hertzler, John C. Yoo
  • Patent number: 6302025
    Abstract: A secondary self-destruct fuze that functions in the event the primary fuze mode fails to function, and that meets the design requirements for a low cost, highly producible no-spin/low velocity operating environment. The fuze includes an improved slide assembly comprised of an aerodynamic safety release (ASR), a safety pin, a secondary firing pin fitted with a spring, a secondary detonator which is placed in alignment with the secondary firing pin, a slide, an omni directional weight release that operates at various impact angles, and a weight release support. In use, the fuze is fitted to a munition or grenade. As the grenade is dispensed from its carrier, the oscillation of a grenade stabilizer causes an arming screw to back out from the fuze slide, allowing the slide assembly to move to an in-line position relative to the center of the fuze. Concurrently, the aerodynamic safety release is lifted in the upward direction under the force of the airstream, releasing the safety pin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2001
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Louis J. Adimari, Keith R. Fulton, Joseph A. Donini
  • Patent number: 6259726
    Abstract: A cordless modem system where a mobile station unit (MSU) is located in the computer and a base station unit (BSU) is connected to the telephone line. A radio frequency (RF) link is developed between the two units to allow a cordless connection. A series of commands are used between the two units to allow the MSU to request a channel, the BSU to grant a channel, the BSU to notify of a ring, and the MSU to request the BSU to go off hook. In addition, there is preferably a command sequence to allow authorization of a particular MSU or BSU. There are two full duplex channels in each MSU and BSU. This allows multiple BSUs and MSUs to be utilized in a small area. Communications between the two units are secure based on address values for each unit contained in the various commands. The communications software utilized in the computer is not even aware of the presence of the cordless connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2001
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Said S. Saadeh, Paul R. Fulton
  • Patent number: 5553138
    Abstract: In a telecommunication unit attached to a telephone line, power is provided by taking power from the telephone line when the unit is off-hook. When the unit remains on-hook, power is maintained to circuitry in the unit by a charge stored in a capacitor. When the capacitor's charge is reduced to a level no longer able to sustain operation of the unit, the unit is briefly taken off-hook, allowing the capacitor to recharge. Charge control of the capacitor is performed either by discrete circuitry or by a microcontroller, and further includes logic provisions preventing the unit from remaining off-hook for an unduly long period of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 3, 1996
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Arthur D. Heald, Paul R. Fulton, Said S. Saadeh
  • Patent number: 5440699
    Abstract: A remote console emulation for a computer system manager operates by transferring video screen images from system memory to the remote console and by inserting keystrokes from the remote console into the system keyboard controller. This emulation constitutes a marked improvement over prior art emulations because it does not require software on the host system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Scott C. Farrand, Patrick E. Dobyns, Thomas J. Hernandez, Ronald A. Neyland, Richard A. Stupek, Said S. Saadeh, Paul R. Fulton, Richard P. Mangold, Andrew J. Miller
  • Patent number: 5410706
    Abstract: A remote system reboot facility effects reboots by resetting the central processing unit within a local or host console and by effecting a bus reset. The remote system reboot facility is actuated by signals transmitted over an asynchronous line from a remote console to a computer system manager within the host. The computer system manager, and possibly also a keyboard controller associated with the computer system manager, generates or generate the reset signals. Effectively, cold booting is accomplished by the remote simulating the effect of power cycling on the host and warm booting is accomplished by emulation of "control"--"alt"--"del" keystrokes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 25, 1995
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Scott C. Farrand, Thomas J. Hernandez, Richard A. Stupek, Richard P. Mangold, Darren J. Cepulis, Paul R. Fulton