Patents by Inventor Robert A. Dickinson
Robert A. Dickinson 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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Patent number: 7687535Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted indoles useful as pharmaceutical compounds for treating respiratory disorders.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2004Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: AstraZeneca ABInventors: Roger Bonnert, Rukhsana Mohammed, Mark Robert Dickinson
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Patent number: 7435378Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for treating goods, such as, for example, fumigating and re-cooling perishable goods, such as fruit, using a tarp and floor seal. The apparatus encloses goods on a surface and includes a canopy that is substantially impermeable to flowable materials, such as gas, liquid, or a combination thereof; an upper perimeter for supporting an upper portion of the canopy; a lower perimeter for supporting a lower portion of the canopy, the lower perimeter to be placed in proximity to the surface; a support structure for supporting the upper perimeter and lower perimeters; and a gasket in communication with the lower perimeter, wherein the gasket is deformable to substantially seal the chamber by compressing the gasket against the surface. The apparatus may also include an intermediate support structure for providing support to the canopy and a conduit in communication with the chamber to supply cool air to the chamber.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2001Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Royal Fumigation Inc.Inventors: Roy Richardson, John Achzet, Robert Dickinson, James Rushing
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Publication number: 20070268141Abstract: Articles are magnetically tagged by a spatial distribution of passive magnetic elements. Each such magnetic element comprises a layer of soft magnetic material characterised by high permeability, low coercivity and a non-linear B-H characteristic, and formed as a discrete region of such material. Each such magnetic element also has at least one second layer of magnetic material capable of being permanently magnetised at least in a region adjacent the first layer to provide a magnetic bias for the magnetic element. The bias of individual such magnetic elements in the spatial distribution and the particular spatial nature of the distribution enables the article to be magnetically encoded.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2004Publication date: November 22, 2007Inventors: David Arnold, Robert Dickinson
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Publication number: 20070245416Abstract: An e-mail firewall (105) applies policies to e-mail messages (204) between a first 5 site and a plurality of second sites in accordance with a plurality of administrator selectable policies (216). The firewall comprises a simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) relay (202) for causing the e-mail messages (204) to be transmitted between the first site and selected ones of the second sites. A plurality of policy managers (216) enforce—administrator selectable policies. The policies, such as encryption and decryption policies, comprise at least a first source/destination policy (218), at least a first content policy (202) and at least a first virus policy (224). The policies are characterized by a plurality of administrator selectable criteria (310), a plurality of administrator selectable exceptions (312) to the criteria and a plurality of administrator selectable actions (314, 316, 322) associated with the criteria and exceptions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2006Publication date: October 18, 2007Inventors: Robert Dickinson, Sathvik Krishnamurthy
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Publication number: 20070214353Abstract: An e-mail firewall (105) applies policies to e-mail messages (204) between a first site and a plurality of second sites in accordance with a plurality of administrator selectable policies (216). The firewall comprises a simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) relay (202) for causing the e-mail messages (204) to be transmitted between the first site and selected ones of the second sites. A plurality of policy managers (216) enforce-administrator selectable policies. The policies, such as encryption and decryption policies, comprise at least a first source/destination policy (218), at least a first content policy (202) and at least a first virus policy (224). The policies are characterized by a plurality of administrator selectable criteria (310), a plurality of administrator selectable exceptions (312) to the criteria and a plurality of administrator selectable actions (314, 316, 322) associated with the criteria and exceptions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2006Publication date: September 13, 2007Inventors: Robert Dickinson, Sathvik Krishnamurthy
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Publication number: 20070107517Abstract: Techniques are described for eliminating the potential continuity errors in fluid connection devices, such as tubes, which can arise in complex systems where many tubes are used. The techniques are based upon the use of ultrasound, light or pressure waves being transmitted along the connecting device using a transmitter and a receiver at either end. Methods are described to cover the external coupling of the transmitter and/or the receiver into the tubing thereby eliminating the need to compromise the connection. The described apparatus can be external to the system or integrated within it. The potential to carry information along the connection device is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2006Publication date: May 17, 2007Inventors: David Arnold, Robert Dickinson
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Patent number: 7162880Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a method, apparatus and system for cooling goods, such as, for example, agricultural products, in a substantially sealed chamber. A method of the invention includes placing goods on a surface; forming a chamber over the goods on the surface; positioning a cooling apparatus having a first portion and a second portion proximate to the goods; enclosing the first portion of the cooling apparatus in the chamber; substantially sealing the chamber; and cooling the goods. A cooling system of the invention comprises a first support having a carrier; an evaporation coil mounted to the first support; a second support having a carrier; a compressor mounted to the second support, the compressor coupled to the evaporation coil; and a substantially sealed enclosure positioned over the evaporation coil and such that the compressor is positioned without the chamber.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2003Date of Patent: January 16, 2007Assignee: Royal Fumigation, Inc.Inventors: Roy Richardson, John Achzet, Robert Dickinson, Alan McFoy
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Publication number: 20070005983Abstract: An e-mail firewall (105) applies policies to e-mail messages (204) between a first 5 site and a plurality of second sites in accordance with a plurality of administrator selectable policies (216). The firewall comprises a simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) relay (202) for causing the e-mail messages (204) to be transmitted between the first site and selected ones of the second sites. A plurality of policy managers (216) enforce-administrator selectable policies. The policies, such as encryption and decryption policies, comprise at least a first source/destination policy (218), at least a first content policy (202) and at least a first virus policy (224). The policies are characterized by a plurality of administrator selectable criteria (310), a plurality of administrator selectable exceptions (312) to the criteria and a plurality of administrator selectable actions (314, 316, 322) associated with the criteria and exceptions.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2006Publication date: January 4, 2007Inventors: Robert Dickinson, Sathvik Krishnamurthy
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Publication number: 20060241483Abstract: An intravascular ultrasonic imaging catheter is provided with a flexible circuit electrically coupled to a transducer array mounted on the distal end of the catheter, a portion of the flexible circuit being helically wound about the catheter in order to enhance the flexibility of the circuit. The catheter may be a balloon catheter which is also provided with a stent mounted on the balloon, the stent carrying one or more drugs designed to be eluted or washed into a patient's blood stream after the stent has been delivered, by a the balloon catheter, into a target area within the patient's vascular system.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2006Publication date: October 26, 2006Applicant: Volcano Corp.Inventors: Elvin Nix, William Howes, Robert Dickinson, Stephan Wnendt
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Patent number: 7037269Abstract: An intravascular ultrasonic imaging catheter is provided with a flexible circuit electrically coupled to a transducer array mounted on the distal end of the catheter, a portion of the flexible circuit being helically wound about the catheter in order to enhance the flexibility of the circuit. The catheter may be a balloon catheter which is also provided with a stent mounted on the balloon, the stent carrying one or more drugs designed to be eluted or washed into a patient's blood stream after the stent has been delivered, by the balloon catheter, into a target area within the patient's vascular system.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2001Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Volcano CorporationInventors: Elvin Nix, William Howes, Robert Dickinson, Stephan Wnendt
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Publication number: 20060052707Abstract: Apparatus for intravascular ultrasonic imaging comprises a catheter having an ultrasonic transducer array fabricated at least in part from an electrostrictive material, wherein the electrostrictive material is non-polymeric.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2001Publication date: March 9, 2006Inventors: Robert Dickinson, Elvin Nix
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Publication number: 20050127176Abstract: The present application relates to techniques and systems which employ labels, for example on articles such as consumer products and their packaging, in order to verify the authenticity of those articles, and/or to allow unauthorised tampering of those articles to be detected and/or to allow tracking and tracing of those articles. An system is provided having at least one primary label and at least one secondary label. There exists an association between the information contained in the or each secondary label and one or more of the properties of the or each primary label so that unauthorised tampering of the articles to which the labels are attached can be detected.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2002Publication date: June 16, 2005Inventors: Robert Dickinson, David Arnold
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Publication number: 20050128051Abstract: The present application relates to methods and apparatus for verifying the authenticity of, or ensuring the correct substitution of, replacement units which connect to a master device in order to facilitate the operation of that device. A verification means to determine the authenticity and/or the correct connection of the replacement unit is provided in the form of a remotely detectable tag, such as an optical or magnetic tag, which is provided in or on the replaceable unit. A detection system is then provided in the master unit which provides a means to excite the tag when the replaceable unit when brought into proximity with the master unit, and which also provides a means to detect the response of the tag to the excitation means.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2002Publication date: June 16, 2005Inventors: Robert Dickinson, David Arnold
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Publication number: 20050081059Abstract: A relay provides message filtering services to an e-mail network. The relay monitors incoming communication and intercepts e-mail messages. The relay applies a policy to received messages to determine whether a message should be delayed. The relay applies a policy to delayed messages by reference to a delayed processing event which triggers the delayed processing. The relay updates policy data in accordance by employing an update module. The relay then restricts the delivery of messages having attributes close to those of harmful data as provided by a policy database.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2004Publication date: April 14, 2005Inventors: Jean-Christophe Bandini, Daryl Odnert, Robert Dickinson, Sathvik Krishnamurthy
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Publication number: 20040107707Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a method, apparatus and system for cooling goods, such as, for example, agricultural products, in a substantially sealed chamber. A method of the invention includes placing goods on a surface; forming a chamber over the goods on the surface; positioning a cooling apparatus having a first portion and a second portion proximate to the goods; enclosing the first portion of the cooling apparatus in the chamber; substantially sealing the chamber; and cooling the goods. A cooling system of the invention comprises a first support having a carrier; an evaporation coil mounted to the first support; a second support having a carrier; a compressor mounted to the second support, the compressor coupled to the evaporation coil; and a substantially sealed enclosure positioned over the evaporation coil and such that the compressor is positioned without the chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2003Publication date: June 10, 2004Inventors: Roy Richardson, John Achzet, Robert Dickinson, Alan McFoy
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Publication number: 20040102701Abstract: An intravascular ultrasonic imaging catheter is provided with a flexible circuit electrically coupled to a transducer array mounted on the distal end of the catheter, a portion of the flexible circuit being helically wound about the catheter in order to enhance the flexibility of the circuit. The catheter may be a balloon catheter which is also provided with a stent mounted on the balloon, the stent carrying one or more drugs designed to be eluted or washed into a patient's blood stream after the stent ahs been delivered, by a the balloon catheter, into a target area within the patient's vascular system.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2003Publication date: May 27, 2004Inventors: Elvin Nix, William Howes, Robert Dickinson, Stephan Wnendt
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Publication number: 20020182106Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for treating goods, such as, for example, fumigating and re-cooling perishable goods, such as fruit, using a tarp and floor seal. The apparatus encloses goods on a surface and includes a canopy that is substantially impermeable to flowable materials, such as gas, liquid, or a combination thereof; an upper perimeter for supporting an upper portion of the canopy; a lower perimeter for supporting a lower portion of the canopy, the lower perimeter to be placed in proximity to the surface; a support structure for supporting the upper perimeter and lower perimeters; and a gasket in communication with the lower perimeter, wherein the gasket is deformable to substantially seal the chamber by compressing the gasket against the surface. The apparatus may also include an intermediate support structure for providing support to the canopy and a conduit in communication with the chamber to supply cool air to the chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2001Publication date: December 5, 2002Inventors: Roy Richardson, John Achzet, Robert Dickinson, James Rushing
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Patent number: 6059976Abstract: The present invention is a process for reclaiming and recycling oil/water mixtures. These mixtures are preferably hot or cold rolling oils for aluminum manufacturing operations. When used, the rolling oils contain organometallic particles and have less constituents than the unused oils. The present process enables the valuable portion of the oil to be reused by passing through an acid wash and a reconstitution process.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 1998Date of Patent: May 9, 2000Assignee: Kaiser Aluminum & Chemical CorporationInventors: Al J. Kovolick, Robert A. Dickinson, Michael A. Green
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Patent number: 4784294Abstract: For use with an upstanding cylindrical toothpaste container, a toothbrush holder is placed within a ring that is then slipped about the container clamping the holder in place, so that a toothbrush can be supported in the holder in a position conveniently closed to the toothpaste.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 1987Date of Patent: November 15, 1988Inventor: Robert Dickinson
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Patent number: 4200759Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of certain known imidazo[2,1-a]isoindoles of the general formula I: ##STR1## wherein X represents a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom or a lower alkoxy group. The said isoindoles, which may be prepared from novel lactams, have been shown to have utility as psychic energizers and anorectics.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 1978Date of Patent: April 29, 1980Assignee: Delmar Chemicals, LimitedInventor: Robert A. Dickinson