Patents by Inventor Steven Charles

Steven Charles 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).

  • NOVEL 1,4-DIAZA-BICYCLO[3.2.2]NONYL OXADIAZOLYL DERIVATIVES AND THEIR MEDICAL USE
    Publication number: 20090118266
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel 1,4-diaza-bicyclo[3.2.2]nonyl oxadiazolyl derivatives and their use in the manufacture of pharmaceutical compositions. The compounds of the invention are found to be cholinergic ligands at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Due to their pharmacological profile the compounds of the invention may be useful for the treatment of diseases or disorders as diverse as those related to the cholinergic system of the central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), diseases or disorders related to smooth muscle contraction, endocrine diseases or disorders, diseases or disorders related to neuro-degeneration, diseases or disorders related to inflammation, pain, and withdrawal symptoms caused by the termination of abuse of chemical substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2007
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventors: Dan Peters, Gunnar M. Olsen, Elsebet Ostergaard Nielsen, Daniel B. Timmermann, Steven Charles Loechel
  • NOVEL 8,10-DIAZA-BICYCLO[4.3.1]DECANE DERIVATIVES AND THEIR MEDICAL USE
    Publication number: 20090099153
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel 8,10-diaza-bicyclo[4.3.1]decane derivatives, which are found to be cholinergic ligands at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Due to their pharmacological profile the compounds of the invention may be useful for the treatment of diseases or disorders as diverse as those related to the cholinergic system of the central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), diseases or disorders related to smooth muscle contraction, endocrine diseases or disorders, diseases or disorders related to neuro-degeneration, diseases or disorders related to inflammation, pain, and withdrawal symptoms caused by the termination of abuse of chemical substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2007
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventors: Dan Peters, Gunnar M. Olsen, Elsebet Ostergaard Nielsen, Daniel B. Timmermann, Steven Charles Loechel, Jeppe Kejser Christensen, Tino Dyhring
  • Fail Safe Mechanism For Valve Using A Cock And Lock Return Spring
    Publication number: 20090045365
    Abstract: A fail safe mechanism having a return member, valve stem extension, energy storage member, and locking assembly. The valve stem extension is driven by an electrical actuator and configured to drive the return member in a first direction and to be driven by the return member in a second direction. The energy storage member is configured to store energy when the electrical actuator causes the valve stem extension to drive the return member in the first direction and to release the energy stored therein when a disruption of power causes the return member to drive the valve stem extension in the second direction. The locking assembly is configured to hold the return member in a cocked position such that the valve stem extension rotates with the valve independently of the return member and free of influence from the energy storage member while the power is applied to the electrical actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2007
    Publication date: February 19, 2009
    Applicant: WOODWARD GOVERNOR COMPANY
    Inventors: Steven Charles Stumbo, Doyle Kent Stewart, Jerry Kaminski
  • Advertisement and tracking in a television apparatus
    Patent number: 7493640
    Abstract: A system and a method is disclosed which allows both advertisement and program information to be shown on a channel banner, while user changes channel. In another embodiment, an “advertisement channel” is inserted into an active channel list (e.g., scan list), so that when a user is changing channel, a selected ad will be displayed. In yet another embodiment, a method for tracking and collating advertisement display activity in a video system supporting composite display of image data associated with different multimedia functions and advertisements is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2009
    Assignee: Thomson Licensing
    Inventors: Mike Arthur Derrenberger, John Frederick Teskey, Thomas Herman Hamilton, Steven Charles Rhoads, Michael Eugene Willcox, Hugh Boyd Morrison, Robert Joseph Logan, Jill Suzanne Allen
  • User interface for editing objects of a network object database
    Patent number: 7480917
    Abstract: A user interface enables a user to concurrently select a plurality of network objects of a network object database (e.g., a MIB) from a same network device or different network devices and specify a value, only once, to which to set the selected objects. The user can initiate setting of the selected objects on the one or more devices by specifying only once that the objects on such devices be set to the specified value. The user interface, which may include a GUI, may be configured to enable the user to specify a value for a cell of a first table (“editing table”), in response to which a plurality of cells of a second table (“primary table”) are set equal to the specified value. The primary table may represent a view of a network object database, each column of the view representing an object type of the network object database.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2009
    Assignee: Enterasys Networks, Inc.
    Inventors: James P. Richmond, Steven Charles Bir, David Scott Grieve, Brian Stanley Locke, Christopher McClain, Daniel Timothy Murphy
  • Methods of treating bowel disorders
    Publication number: 20090018135
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for treating or preventing bowel disorders using calcimimetics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2008
    Publication date: January 15, 2009
    Applicants: Amgen Inc., John Peter GEIBEL, Steven Charles HEBERT
    Inventors: John Peter Geibel, Steven Charles Hebert, Patricia Hebert, David Martin, Deborah A. Russell
  • Active Matrix Array Device
    Publication number: 20080303749
    Abstract: An active matrix array device includes integrated driver circuitry which comprises a multiplexer circuit (2). The multiplexer circuit comprises an array of multiplexer elements (50), each comprising a multiplexer transistor (30), between a multiplexer input (Vdata) and a multiplexer output (32), and a threshold voltage storage capacitor arrangement (44) for storing a threshold voltage of the multiplexer transistor (30). The threshold storage capacitor arrangement comprises a capacitor in series between a control input (Vselect) for receiving a control signal for controlling the multiplexer transistor (30) and the gate of the multiplexer transistor (30). A switch arrangement (40,42) is used to sampling and store the threshold voltage of the multiplexer transistor on the threshold voltage storage capacitor arrangement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2006
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS, N.V.
    Inventors: Michael Cassidy, Steven Charles Deane
  • ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND SOCKET ASSEMBLIES
    Publication number: 20080293280
    Abstract: An electrical connector assembly for a cable having a plurality of insulated conductors comprises a body having a respective recess for receiving a terminating pin each of the conductors. A respective spigot sealingly engages within each of the recesses and has a passage for receiving an associated one of the terminating pins. Furthermore a seal is associated with each of the spigots for sealing the spigot relative to the associated terminating pin. The provision of a separate spigot for each of the conductors and for sealing engagement within a respective recess in the body enables the spigots to be sealingly fitted to the conductors prior to each spigot being introduced into its recess and sealingly engaged therein. This provides improved insulation of the conductor and increased creepage distance between the mating electrical parts and the outer surface of the housing of the assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Inventors: Steven Charles Kennedy, Michael Andrew Yuratich, Trevor Alan Kopecky, Alan Thomas Fraser
  • Multiple Source High Performance Stereographic Projection System
    Publication number: 20080278689
    Abstract: Multiple source high performance stereographic projection systems are described. One projection system described comprises a first projection channel, a first light source capable of providing light for the first projection channel, and a second light source capable of providing light for the first projection channel, wherein when the projection system is in a first presentation mode the first and second light sources are on, and wherein when the projection system is in a second presentation mode the first light source is on and the second light source is at a reduced power.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2005
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventors: Steven Charles Read, Matthew Arnold O'Dor
  • Equipment and Methods for the Display of High Resolution Images Using Multiple Projection Displays
    Publication number: 20080259223
    Abstract: The present invention discloses systems, equipment and methods that allow the improved tiling of multiple projections displays in order to create higher resolution images. Equipment and methods are disclosed for improved blending of the seam by optical means where edge blending masks are employed to create a brightness ramp in the blending region. Equipment and methods are also disclosed for the correction of artifacts in an optically blended seam by modifying the brightness of image pixels in the overlap or blend region. Equipment, systems, and techniques are disclosed for preserving the resolution and uniformity of the image across each seam by actively controlling the position of each display using a servo controlled lens mount for the positioning of each projected image in conjunction with a real time image analysis system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventors: Steven Charles Read, Sean M. Adkins
  • BRAIDED REINFORCEMENT FOR AIRCRAFT FUSELAGE FRAMES AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20080229921
    Abstract: A machine and method for applying braid by means of a braiding machine to a mandrel, where the mandrel has a shape that approximates a wheel but has an irregularly varying radius of curvature. The machine includes drive/positioning wheel assemblies that are used to continuously reposition a cross-section of the mandrel relative to the braiding machine such that a center point of cross-section of the mandrel is maintained to be coaxial with a braiding point of the braiding machine as the mandrel 18 is rotationally advanced by the drive/positioning wheel assemblies. Repositioning of the drive/positioning wheel assemblies is controlled by a computer numerical control (CNC) controller, based on information describing one or more radiuses of curvature for sections of the mandrel and a current position of the mandrel relative to the drive/positioning wheel assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2008
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Applicant: A & P Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Atkins Head, Brad Goetz, John Peter, Steven Charles Stenard, Thomas C. Story
  • Fully independent, redundant fluid energized sealing solution with secondary containment
    Patent number: 7426936
    Abstract: A redundant sealing system with secondary containment for preventing leakage of fluid along a valve shaft is provided. The system comprises a first set of dynamic seals, a second set of dynamic seals, an auxiliary barrier fluid chamber, and a barrier fluid indicator. The first and second set of dynamic seals are in spaced relation to each other a distance equal to or further than a maximum stroke length of an actuatable valve stem. The auxiliary barrier fluid chamber is interposed between the first and second sets of dynamic seals. The barrier fluid indicator has a piston in a primary barrier fluid chamber. A first face of the piston is exposed to the auxiliary barrier fluid chamber. A second face of the piston is exposed to a barrier fluid and inhibited from fluid communication with the auxiliary barrier fluid chamber by a dynamic seal in the first set of dynamic seals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2008
    Assignee: Woodward Governor Company
    Inventors: Jeff A Gessaman, Steven Charles Stumbo, Kevin E. Greeb, Wade A. Burdick
  • Concept and associated device enabling multi-camera video & audio recording for synchronization with long term ambulatory electroencephalography (EEG) in the home, office, or hospital environment
    Publication number: 20080226255
    Abstract: The concept and associated device enabling multi-camera video & audio recording for synchronization with long term ambulatory electroencephalography allows for multiple cameras and microphones to be used in a home setting monitoring from various locations in the home for long term ambulatory EEG monitoring. No longer is Video EEG monitoring with multiple cameras and microphones limited to a cabled hospital type setting. This device could also be utilized by hospitals to conduct video monitoring from any hospital type room.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2008
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventor: Steven Charles Estes
  • System and method for providing multi-class processing of login requests
    Patent number: 7421733
    Abstract: When a user successfully logs into an account, the user is provided with a first-class login token, which entitles the user to one or more unsuccessful login attempts without experiencing delays the user would otherwise experience. If attempts with a second-class login token or an expired first-class login token is impermissible, a subsequent login attempt is subject to delays the user would otherwise not experience. The delays minimize the effectiveness of dictionary attacks. Additionally, if the user attempts to login without a login token or an invalid login token, the login attempt is impermissible and the user is provided with a second-class login token for use in a delayed, subsequent login attempt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2008
    Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Inventors: Steven Charles Glassman, Mark Steven Manasse
  • Apparatus, System, and Method for Providing A Continuous Scanning Sequence for Ultrasound Imaging
    Publication number: 20080146920
    Abstract: A method of performing a scanning sequence for an ultrasound scan includes establishing a number of ultrasound beams to be transmitted during an ultrasound scan, establishing a pulse repetition interval to be used for performing the ultrasound scan, and establishing a number of firings of each of the ultrasound beams to be performed during the ultrasound scan. The method further includes performing a scanning sequence based on a processing of one or more parameters selected from the group consisting of the number of ultrasound beams, the pulse repetition interval, and the number of firings of the ultrasound beams, wherein the processing of the one or more parameters is configured to provide a continuous interleaving in the transmitted beams thereby avoiding a generation of beam interleaving discontinuities and a formation of artifacts in a resulting image.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2006
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Inventors: Feng Lin, Christopher Robert Hazard, David Thomas Dubberstein, Steven Charles Miller
  • STORING IMAGING PARAMETERS
    Publication number: 20080130972
    Abstract: A method of imaging. The method includes determining imaging parameters. Further, the method includes acquiring image data from a patient. Additionally, the method includes storing the imaging parameters with the acquired image data. The method also includes retrieving the stored imaging parameters for use in a subsequent examination. Systems and computer-readable medium that afford functionality of the type defined by this method are also contemplated in conjunction with the present technique.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2006
    Publication date: June 5, 2008
    Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
    Inventors: Steven Charles Miller, Patrick Robert Meyers
  • METHOD TO PLAY VENDOR VIDEOS
    Publication number: 20080101566
    Abstract: A method includes identifying that the destination phone number of a call made by a communications device is to a vendor and playing a video clip associated with said vendor on said communications device during said call. Another method includes storing videos associated with a multiplicity of vendors, receiving a phone number associated with one of said vendors from a communications device, and providing a video associated with said vendor to said communications device. The invention also includes the device and server implementing the methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Inventors: Jonathan William Medved, Steven Charles Glanz, David Elliot Goldfarb
  • Methods and assemblies for bending strands of material
    Patent number: 7357012
    Abstract: A method for bending strands of material. The method includes providing a first pair of opposing dies each comprising a first surface corresponding to a first pair of predetermined bends to be formed in a first strand of material, positioning the first strand of material at least partially between the first pair of opposing dies, moving the first pair of opposing dies with respect to one another to impart the first pair of predetermined bends in the first strand of material, providing a second pair of opposing dies each comprising a second surface corresponding to a second pair of predetermined bends to be formed in a second strand of material, positioning the second strand of material at least partially between the second pair of opposing dies, and moving the second pair of opposing dies with respect to one another to impart the second pair of predetermined bends in the second strand of material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2008
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: David Robert Schumacher, John Robert Spriggle, Steven Charles Walko
  • Billiard bridge
    Patent number: D570932
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2008
    Inventor: Steven Charles Drapp
  • Hanging rack
    Patent number: D579253
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2008
    Inventor: Steven Charles Swanson