Patents by Inventor Todd A. Nelson

Todd A. Nelson 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).

  • Patent number: 10202363
    Abstract: The disclosed subject matter provides certain polymorphic forms of Compound (I) as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising Compound (I) or such polymorphic forms, and methods of using or making such compounds and pharmaceutical compositions. It has now been discovered that Compound (I) can exist in multiple crystalline forms (polymorphs). One particular crystalline form, Form II, has been found to be more thermodynamically stable and, thus, likely more suitable for bulk preparation and handling than other polymorphic forms. Efficient and economic methods have been developed to prepare Compound (I) and Form II in high purity on a large scale. In animal studies, Form II has demonstrated safety and efficacy in treating depressive disorders and, when micronized, improved absorption compared to non-micronized Form II.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2019
    Assignees: CERECOR, INC., MERCK SHARP & DOHME CORP.
    Inventors: Reza Mazhari, Djelila Mezaache, Blake M. Paterson, James Vornov, Rachel M. Garner, Todd Nelson
  • Publication number: 20180223595
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to reduce noise in motor assemblies, such as those used in architectural coverings, are described herein. An example apparatus includes a first driver configured to be coupled to and rotated by an output shaft of a motor, a second driver, and a plurality of vibration-absorbers disposed between the first driver and the second driver. The second driver is configured to be coupled to a rotating member to transfer rotational motion from the first driver to the rotating member via the vibration-absorbers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2018
    Publication date: August 9, 2018
    Inventors: James M. Anthony, Daniel M. Fogarty, Paul A. Brayford, Robert Fisher, II, Daniel A. Huber, Jan Pruegner, Clark Brace, Kevin Dann, Max Oelschlager, Todd Nelson, Nickolas C. Buccola, JR., Michael Goldberg
  • Publication number: 20180106105
    Abstract: Example motor assemblies for architectural coverings are described herein. An example motor assembly includes a motor, a first switch to trigger the motor to retract an architectural covering, a second switch to trigger the motor to extend the architectural covering, and an actuator positioned to activate the first switch when the actuator is rotated in a first direction and to activate the second switch when the actuator is rotated in a second direction. Also described herein are example lever actuators for motor assemblies of architectural coverings. An example lever actuator detaches from the motor assembly to prevent excess force on the motor assembly that could otherwise detrimentally affect the motor assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2017
    Publication date: April 19, 2018
    Inventors: James M. Anthony, Kevin M. Dann, Daniel A. Huber, Paul A. Brayford, Douglas J. Lorenz, James Kolozs, Ronald Holt, Todd Nelson, Shelby Jared Yenzer, Charles Culver Gidden Cooper, Peter Zagone, Stephen T. Wisecup, Jan Pruegner, Robert Witt, Joerg Schierz
  • Publication number: 20170369469
    Abstract: The disclosed subject matter provides certain polymorphic forms of Compound (I) as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising Compound (I) or such polymorphic forms, and methods of using or making such compounds and pharmaceutical compositions. It has now been discovered that Compound (I) can exist in multiple crystalline forms (polymorphs). One particular crystalline form, Form II, has been found to be more thermodynamically stable and, thus, likely more suitable for bulk preparation and handling than other polymorphic forms. Efficient and economic methods have been developed to prepare Compound (I) and Form II in high purity on a large scale. In animal studies, Form II has demonstrated safety and efficacy in treating depressive disorders and, when micronized, improved absorption compared to non-micronized Form II.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2015
    Publication date: December 28, 2017
    Applicants: Cerecor, Inc., Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Reza Mazhari, Djelila Mezaache, Blake M. Paterson, James Vornov, Rachel M. Garner, Todd Nelson
  • Patent number: 9706836
    Abstract: The disclosure defined by this invention is of a shelving system where the top and bottom shelf positions are fixed relative to each other by a plurality of support columns, and one or more inner shelves are vertically positionable by hand. The support columns pass through guide channels in a shelf, or in brackets attached to the shelves, and are forced to bend slightly to do so. The channels are larger than the support columns. The bent support columns exert opposing lateral forces against a shelf at the guide channel walls and edges and the friction between the support columns and the guide channels enables a shelf to remain stuck in a position even when under load. Force can be applied by hand to overcome the stuck position and slide a shelf to a new vertical position. Inner shelves can be finely positioned thru a finite vertical range.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Inventor: Todd Nelson
  • Patent number: 9642651
    Abstract: A spinal implant includes a plurality of frame segments that define a first frame array, the first frame array being coupled to a first mounting connection. A plurality of contiguous segments define a second frame array, the plurality of contiguous segments being coupled to a second mounting connection and being coupled to the first frame array. The first frame array and the second frame array are positioned relative to one another such that application of a force in a first direction to the first and second mounting connections results in application of a force in an opposing direction to the plurality of contiguous segments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: Brigham Young University
    Inventors: Anton Bowden, Larry Howell, Todd Nelson, Trevor Stephens
  • Patent number: 9522577
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a dynamic tire air pressure system for a vehicle is disclosed. The system includes a tire pressure sensor that measures an air pressure of a tire. The system also includes a first reservoir tank maintaining a lower air pressure than the measured air pressure of the tire. The system further includes a second reservoir tank maintaining a higher air pressure than the measured air pressure of the tire. The system additionally includes one or more valves that control deflation and inflation of the tire by selectively coupling the tire to the first or second reservoir tanks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignees: Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc, Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors Corporation
    Inventors: Angelo Dilisio, Joel Myers, Todd Nelson, Daniel Kim
  • Publication number: 20160177605
    Abstract: According to an aspect, a device may include a deployable rolling joint having a first deployable joint member, a second deployable joint member, and a plurality of flexures coupled to the first deployable joint member and the second deployable joint member. The deployable rolling joint may move from an undeployed state to a deployed state in which the first deployable joint member forms a convex surface portion and the second deployable joint member forms a convex surface portion. When the deployable rolling joint is in the deployed state, the convex surface portion of the first deployable joint member may roll with respect the convex surface portion of the second deployable joint member, and the plurality of flexures may hold the first deployable joint member and the second deployable joint member together as the first deployable joint member and the second deployable joint member roll across each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2015
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: Larry L. HOWELL, Todd NELSON
  • Publication number: 20160145919
    Abstract: According to an aspect, a hinge system includes a first compliant hinge having a first attachment portion, a first flexible portion, and a first movable portion, where the first flexible portion is disposed between the first attachment portion and the first movable portion, and a second compliant hinge having a second attachment portion, a second flexible portion, and a second movable portion, where the second flexible portion is disposed between the second attachment portion and the second movable portion. The first attachment portion is coupled to the second attachment portion. The hinge system is configured to move from an un-deflected configuration to a deflected configuration in which the first movable portion and the second movable portion move away from each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2015
    Publication date: May 26, 2016
    Inventors: Larry L. HOWELL, Spencer P. MAGLEBY, Jessica MORGAN, Todd NELSON, Nathan PEHRSON, Eric WILCOX
  • Publication number: 20160052351
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a dynamic tire air pressure system for a vehicle is disclosed. The system includes a tire pressure sensor that measures an air pressure of a tire. The system also includes a first reservoir tank maintaining a lower air pressure than the measured air pressure of the tire. The system further includes a second reservoir tank maintaining a higher air pressure than the measured air pressure of the tire. The system additionally includes one or more valves that control deflation and inflation of the tire by selectively coupling the tire to the first or second reservoir tanks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Publication date: February 25, 2016
    Inventors: Angelo Dilisio, Joel Myers, Todd Nelson, Daniel Kim
  • Publication number: 20160015428
    Abstract: A spinal implant includes a plurality of frame segments that define a first frame array, the first frame array being coupled to a first mounting connection. A plurality of contiguous segments define a second frame array, the plurality of contiguous segments being coupled to a second mounting connection and being coupled to the first frame array. The first frame array and the second frame array are positioned relative to one another such that application of a force in a first direction to the first and second mounting connections results in application of a force in an opposing direction to the plurality of contiguous segments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2015
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    Inventors: Anton Bowden, Larry Howell, Todd Nelson, Trevor Stephens
  • Patent number: 8788760
    Abstract: Data access is facilitated by employing local caches and an adaptive caching strategy. Specific data is stored in each local cache and consistency is maintained between the caches. To maintain consistency, adaptive caching structures are used. The members of an adaptive caching structure are selected based on a sharing context, such as those members having a chosen association identifier or those members not having the chosen association identifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Casimer M. DeCusatis, Rajaram B. Krishnamurthy, Todd A. Nelson, Anuradha Rao, Joseph H. Torella
  • Patent number: 8718535
    Abstract: Implementations feature scannable form techniques and systems. Some aspects feature a scannable form including at least one response column parallel to a first longitudinal edge of the scannable form, and a broken ladder having two substantially parallel lines with locations for multiple rungs corresponding to encoded information that identifies a person assigned to the scannable form. A top rung is positioned on the scannable form so that the top rung can be a first rung that is scanned by a test scoring machine for the broken ladder, and a bottom rung is positioned so that the bottom rung can be a last rung that is scanned by the test scoring machine for the broken ladder. Other aspects feature a method to determine correct scoring key data in the test scoring machine for a test, and a method of transmitting information between the test scoring machine and a portable memory device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Scantron Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Nelson Radtke, Hugh Eugene Watson, Jason Lee Sprenger
  • Patent number: 8517038
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an outdoor shelter, such as a hunting blind consisting of a rectangular structure with roof and floor. The outer surface is coated with a spray closed cell foam insulation material, such as spray polyurethane. The foam is coated with a waterproof flexible membrane, such as a waterproof flexible latex paint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: Hunter's Comfort, LLC
    Inventor: Todd Nelson Cannady
  • Patent number: 8441549
    Abstract: A method for suppressing banding and rolling flicker in video acquired by a video camera. The method comprises acquiring a plurality of video frames and assessing an amount of rolling flicker in the plurality of video frames. The method further comprises configuring the video camera to quiet banding and rolling flicker responsive to periodic illumination at a first frequency if the amount of rolling flicker is above a threshold, and, configuring the video camera to quiet banding and rolling flicker responsive to periodic illumination at a second frequency if the amount of rolling flicker is below the threshold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Yi He, Stuart William Milton, Todd Nelson Schoepflin, Andrew Juenger, Roy Goh, Douglas L. Beck
  • Patent number: D679691
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Anders Fahrendorff, Ian James Murchison, Todd Nelson Sinclair
  • Patent number: D679694
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Anders Fahrendorff, Ian James Murchison, Todd Nelson Sinclair
  • Patent number: D684959
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Anders Fahrendorff, Ian James Murchison, Todd Nelson Sinclair
  • Patent number: D685778
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Anders Fahrendorff, Todd Andrew Wood, Todd Nelson Sinclair
  • Patent number: D686199
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Research In Motion Limited
    Inventors: Anders Fahrendorff, Ian James Murchison, Todd Nelson Sinclair