Patents by Inventor William Carpenter
William Carpenter 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: 11915178Abstract: The inventive subject matter herein is directed toward improved scheduling and planning system that detects a problematic event in a workflow. When the event is detected, the system automatically notifies a set of contacts from a hierarchical contact list. The system then automatically notifies other sets of contacts depending upon the response from the first set of contacts. A cascade of different types of notifications could be triggered from a single detected event as each contact responds and provides information that could be used to trigger additional notifications.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2015Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: nMetric, LLCInventors: Tom Carpenter, William Turley, Christine Koski, Ryan Heaton
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Patent number: 11365538Abstract: Disclosed herein is a free-standing cesspool and a cesspool liner that may be used to retrofit existing cesspools in order to provide additional storage and/or processing for raw sewage before the sewage leaches out of the cesspool.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2020Date of Patent: June 21, 2022Assignee: UNETLANVHI HOLDINGS LLCInventor: William Carpenter, Jr.
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Patent number: 10994277Abstract: An environmental control system for use in a clinical analyzer module includes an upper deck environmental subsystem comprising a far field sensor, one or more heaters, one or more spine cooling fans, and one or more in-line fluid heat exchangers. The far field sensor is configured to acquire measurements of ambient temperature in the upper deck environmental subsystem. The heaters are configured to generate hot airflow based on the measurements of ambient temperature from the far field sensor. The spine cooling fans are configured to operate in a manner that mixes the hot airflow from the heaters with cool airflow based on the measurements of ambient temperature from the far field sensor. The in-line fluid heat exchangers are configured to heat fluids used in reactions performed on the clinical analyzer module to a constant temperature.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2017Date of Patent: May 4, 2021Assignee: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Michael Starr, Dimitri Shishkin, Shriram Patel, Beri Cohen, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20200277777Abstract: Disclosed herein is a free-standing cesspool and a cesspool liner that may be used to retrofit existing cesspools in order to provide additional storage and/or processing for raw sewage before the sewage leaches out of the cesspool.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2020Publication date: September 3, 2020Inventor: William Carpenter, JR.
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Publication number: 20190283030Abstract: An environmental control system for use in a clinical analyzer module includes an upper deck environmental subsystem comprising a far field sensor, one or more heaters, one or more spine cooling fans, and one or more in-line fluid heat exchangers. The far field sensor is configured to acquire measurements of ambient temperature in the upper deck environmental subsystem. The heaters are configured to generate hot airflow based on the measurements of ambient temperature from the far field sensor. The spine cooling fans are configured to operate in a manner that mixes the hot airflow from the heaters with cool airflow based on the measurements of ambient temperature from the far field sensor. The in-line fluid heat exchangers are configured to heat fluids used in reactions performed on the clinical analyzer module to a constant temperature.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2017Publication date: September 19, 2019Applicant: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Michael Starr, Dimitri Shishkin, Shriram Patel, Beri Cohen, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20160021938Abstract: Implementations of bra designs may comprise an inframammary support structure that is bonded or otherwise coupled to a lower pole support layer that is bonded or otherwise coupled to a fabric component.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2015Publication date: January 28, 2016Inventor: William Carpenter
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Patent number: 8999239Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for conducting chemiluminescent immunoassay testing and, more particularly, to initiating and monitoring a chemiluminescent reaction in a plurality of such assays, of different types, on a single immunoassay instrument, in a single procedure, using a plurality of labels and a triggering reagent combination are disclosed. Moreover, by including a base reagent injector assembly having an “e-channel” to provide a swirling turbulence to the base reagent immediately before it is introduced into the well of a cuvette containing a sample and an acid reagent. The added turbulence addresses the phenomenon referred to as “RLU shift,” in which the luminescence output can increase or decrease between assays.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2006Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: William Carpenter, Martin Fletcher
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Patent number: 8946618Abstract: A field use optical grain characterizing system (101) includes a generally rectangular prismatic composite body (102) that defines a component cavity (103). A substantially vertical elongate channel (104) extends within cavity (103) for housing a grain sample (not shown). An electromagnetic radiation source, in the form of a 12 Volt halogen lamp (105), is disposed within cavity (103.) for directing NIR light into channel (104). An optical detection system (107) is disposed within cavity (103) for sensing selected light emerging from channel (104) and for providing a sensor signal. A processor, which is included within detection system (107), is also disposed within cavity (103) and is responsive to the sensor signal for providing data indicative of a characteristic parameter of the grain sample. A display device, in the form of a 5.7-inch touch screen LCD display (108), is connected with body (102) for selectively presenting the data.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Rosewood Research Pty LtdInventors: John Kalitsis, Ian John Wesley, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20130072516Abstract: A method of alcohol cessation and treatment for a patient generally comprises the steps of administering a multi-vitamin to the patient, administering a medication group to the patient, and monitoring the patient. In various embodiments, the medication group may be administered to the patient via a first and second injection solution. The first injection solution generally comprises a therapeutically effective amount of an anti-addictive agent, such as naltrexone palmitate. The second injection solution generally comprises a therapeutically effective amount of an inhibitor of alcohol dehydrogenase, such as disulfiram. The method, which may also be referred to as procedure, may include various pre- and/or post-procedural steps as described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Applicant: EAGLE ADVANCEMENT INSTITUTE LLCInventors: James William Carpenter, Ricardo D. Borrego
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Publication number: 20120265729Abstract: A field use optical grain characterising system (101) includes a generally rectangular prismatic composite body (102) that defines a component cavity (103). A substantially vertical elongate channel (104) extends within cavity (103) for housing a grain sample (not shown). An electromagnetic radiation source, in the form of a 12 Volt halogen lamp (105), is disposed within cavity (103.) for directing NIR light into channel (104). An optical detection system (107) is disposed within cavity (103) for sensing selected light emerging from channel (104) and for providing a sensor signal. A processor, which is included within detection system (107), is also disposed within cavity (103) and is responsive to the sensor signal for providing data indicative of a characteristic parameter of the grain sample. A display device, in the form of a 5.7-inch touch screen LCD display (108), is connected with body (102) for selectively presenting the data.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2012Publication date: October 18, 2012Applicant: BRI AUSTRALIA LIMITED, PTYInventors: John Kalitsis, Ian John Wesley, William Carpenter
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Patent number: 8183548Abstract: A field use optical grain characterising system (101) includes a generally rectangular prismatic composite body (102) that defines a component cavity (103). A substantially vertical elongate channel (104) extends within cavity (103) for housing a grain sample (not shown). An electromagnetic radiation source, in the form of a 12 Volt halogen lamp (105), is disposed within cavity (103.) for directing NIR light into channel (104). An optical detection system (107) is disposed within cavity (103) for sensing selected light emerging from channel (104) and for providing a sensor signal. A processor, which is included within detection system (107), is also disposed within cavity (103) and is responsive to the sensor signal for providing data indicative of a characteristic parameter of the grain sample. A display device, in the form of a 5.7-inch touch screen LCD display (108), is connected with body (102) for selectively presenting the data.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2007Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Assignee: BRI Australia LimitedInventors: John Kalitsis, Ian John Wesley, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20110169594Abstract: A magnetically operated electrical switch is presented. The electrical switch includes a linear magnet assembly contained within a housing and movable along an axis of the housing, a rod attached to an end of the linear magnet facing an open end, and means for attaching the housing to a surface. An electrical switch assembly attachable to the open end includes a make/break switch, a switch plunger and an operating lever engaging the plunger where the make/break switch is placed in the first position when an end of the operating lever is contacted by the rod. An electrical wire connection harness includes at least two conductors where the make/break switch closes/opens a connection between one of the conductors. When an operating magnet assembly is positioned on the surface proximate to the switch, the operating magnet moves the linear magnet and a position of the make/break switch is changed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2011Publication date: July 14, 2011Inventor: William Carpenter, JR.
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Patent number: 7884738Abstract: A visual warning assembly for disposal at an intersection of a plurality of roadways is disclosed herein. The visual warning assembly includes a housing with first and second openings facing first and second directions. The first and second directions are transverse to one another. The visual warning assembly also includes a first light assembly positioned in the first opening and having a plurality of light emitting diodes arranged in pattern representing an emergency vehicle. The visual warning assembly also includes a second light assembly positioned in the second opening and having a plurality of light emitting diodes arranged in pattern representing an emergency vehicle. The visual warning assembly also includes a signal receiver physically supported by the housings or one or both of the first and second light assemblies. The signal receiver or sensor is operable to receive and communicate a signal emitted by a signal emitter associated with an emergency vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2007Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Assignee: E-Light LLCInventors: Thomas Speros Pappas, Richard William Carpenter, Anthony C. Savalle
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Publication number: 20090250595Abstract: A field use optical grain characterising system (101) includes a generally rectangular prismatic composite body (102) that defines a component cavity (103). A substantially vertical elongate channel (104) extends within cavity (103) for housing a grain sample (not shown). An electromagnetic radiation source, in the form of a 12 Volt halogen lamp (105), is disposed within cavity (103.) for directing NIR light into channel (104). An optical detection system (107) is disposed within cavity (103) for sensing selected light emerging from channel (104) and for providing a sensor signal. A processor, which is included within detection system (107), is also disposed within cavity (103) and is responsive to the sensor signal for providing data indicative of a characteristic parameter of the grain sample. A display device, in the form of a 5.7-inch touch screen LCD display (108), is connected with body (102) for selectively presenting the data.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2007Publication date: October 8, 2009Applicant: BRI AUSTRALIA LIMITEDInventors: John Kalitsis, Ian John Wesley, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20080261324Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for conducting chemiluminescent immunoassay testing and, more particularly, to initiating and monitoring a chemiluminescent reaction in a plurality of such assays, of different types, on a single immunoassay instrument, in a single procedure, using a plurality of labels and a triggering reagent combination are disclosed. Moreover, by including a base reagent injector assembly having an “e-channel” to provide a swirling turbulence to the base reagent immediately before it is introduced into the well of a cuvette containing a sample and an acid reagent. The added turbulence addresses the phenomenon referred to as “RLU shift,” in which the luminescence output can increase or decrease between assays.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2006Publication date: October 23, 2008Applicant: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: William Carpenter, Martin Fletcher
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Publication number: 20080094249Abstract: A visual warning assembly for disposal at an intersection of a plurality of roadways is disclosed herein. The visual warning assembly includes a housing with first and second openings facing first and second directions. The first and second directions are transverse to one another. The visual warning assembly also includes a first light assembly positioned in the first opening and having a plurality of light emitting diodes arranged in pattern representing an emergency vehicle. The visual warning assembly also includes a second light assembly positioned in the second opening and having a plurality of light emitting diodes arranged in pattern representing an emergency vehicle. The visual warning assembly also includes a signal receiver physically supported by the housings or one or both of the first and second light assemblies. The signal receiver or sensor is operable to receive and communicate a signal emitted by a signal emitter associated with an emergency vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2007Publication date: April 24, 2008Inventors: Thomas Speros Pappas, Richard William Carpenter, Anthony C. Savalle
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Publication number: 20070257857Abstract: In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, an antenna structure is provided having one or more antennae arranged so as to read all possible orientations of a randomly placed tag. Also provided in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, is a method of configuring one or more antennae composed of the steps of: identifying the “dead zones” of each discrete antennae used, and orienting each antennae such that there are no “dead zones” common to all antennae. The unique antenna structure (and corresponding method) has particular application in tag reader antenna systems for use in RFID (radio frequency identification) applications (13.56 MHz) and the like. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, multiple RF (radio frequency) antennae are utilized as part of an intelligent station to track items tagged with radio frequency identification (RFID) tags.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2004Publication date: November 8, 2007Inventors: Ronald Marino, Richard Campero, William Carpenter
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Publication number: 20070154722Abstract: A damage-resistant storage shelf for institutional, industrial and commercial use, which is simple and inexpensive to manufacture, and which provides a surface that absorbs impact and prevents damage to items being stored on the shelf, even during rough handling of such items during placement and/or removal from the shelf includes a rigid, solid, cellulosic/polymeric composite board, and an impact-absorbent film adhered to, and covering, substantially the entire upper surface of the board. Preferably, the film is an elastomeric polyurethane and/or polyurea that is sufficiently thick to provide impact protection that reduces damage both to the shelf and items impacted against the shelf during placement thereon or removal therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2006Publication date: July 5, 2007Inventors: Robert Abel, William Carpenter, Robert Hacker
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Publication number: 20070015152Abstract: The genes encoding SCYA2, GADD45B, S100A8, CDKN1A, IL1RL1, TGM2, MAFF, SERPINA3, GRO1, CD14, KIAA1075, CHI3L1, SERPINH1, MT1X, KIAA0620, TIMP1, NUMA1, DDIT3 and TOB2, are upregulated in the anterior cingulate of schizophrenic patients compared to normal patients and as such are useful drug targets for schizophrenia. Methods of screening, diagnosing and treating schizophrenia based on these genes are provided. Transgenic nonhuman animals having increased copy number or increased expression levels of these genes are also provided. The transgenic nonhuman animals are used in methods for screening for potential therapeutic agents.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2003Publication date: January 18, 2007Applicants: Novartis AG, University of MarylandInventors: Francis Buxton, William Carpenter, Rosalinda Roberts, Carol Tamminga
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Publication number: 20060238307Abstract: An inventory control system and method that tracks inventories of items with RFID tags, includes a reader unit and an intelligent station that tracks RFID tags to determine item information of items to be inventoried. The reader unit transmits and receives RF signals. The intelligent station includes a first RF antenna connected to the reader unit by a first transmission cable through a first switch, and one or more additional RF antennae connected to the reader unit by the same first transmission cable through additional switches. An inventory control processing unit receives item information from the intelligent stations to update inventory information regarding the items to be inventoried.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2006Publication date: October 26, 2006Inventors: Donald Bauer, Edward Buiel, Richard Campero, William Carpenter, Steven Metzler, Richard Nordgren, Paul Rasband, Mark Taylor, Howard Wood