Patents Issued in December 29, 2016
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Publication number: 20160375256Abstract: The set comprises a totally implantable device (1) for electroneuromodulation for the electric stimulation of the nervous tissue of the wall of the stomach and/or another neuroreceptive biological tissue and an implantation tool (2) of the device (1), the tool (2) comprising an axially hollow longitudinal containment body (6) for said device (1) and a needle (12) incorporated into said containment body (6) and having a tip (13) that projects forwards to a sharp front end (7) of the containment body (6), said needle (12) being connected to a supply conduit (15) of a fluid injectable from said needle (12) into the tissue for the creation of a localised tissue swelling (4) in which said device (1) can be positioned.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2014Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Valerio CIGAINA
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Publication number: 20160375257Abstract: The disclosure is directed to programming implantable stimulators to deliver stimulation energy via one or more implantable leads having complex electrode array geometries. The disclosure also contemplates guided programming to select electrode combinations and parameter values to support efficacy. The techniques may be applied to a programming interface associated with a clinician programmer, a patient programmer, or both. A user interface permits a user to view electrodes from different perspectives relative to the lead. For example, the user interface provides a side view of a lead and a cross-sectional view of the lead. The user interface may include an axial control medium to select and/or view electrodes at different axial positions along the length of a lead, and a rotational control medium to select and/or view electrodes at different angular positions around a circumference of the lead.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Steven M. Goetz, Richard T. Stone, Warren W. Ball, Carl D. Wahlstrand, Michael T. Hegland, Gabriela C. Molnar, James M. Olsen
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Publication number: 20160375258Abstract: Methods and systems for selecting stimulation parameters using targeting and steering techniques are presented. For example, a method or system (via actions performed by a processor) can include receiving a name of an anatomical or physiological target or a name of a disease or disorder; receiving a clinical goal; and using at least 1) the anatomical or physiological target or disease or disorder and 2) the clinical goal, selecting a set of stimulation parameters. Another method or system (via actions performed by its processor) can include receiving a first set of stimulation parameters; receiving a command to alter the first set of stimulation parameters that does not include, or is not composed exclusively of, a numerical value for any of the stimulation parameters; and modifying the first set of stimulation parameters to create a second set of stimulation parameters based on the command.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: G. Karl Steinke
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Publication number: 20160375259Abstract: A programming session for an implantable medical device that includes a posture responsive therapy mode includes at least two phases. In a first phase, a first set of therapy parameter values are modified while the posture responsive therapy mode is deactivated. In the posture responsive therapy mode, the medical device automatically selects one or more therapy parameter values that define therapy delivered to a patient based on a detected posture state. In a second phase, the posture responsive therapy mode is activated and a second set of therapy parameter values are adjusted after observing a patient response to the posture responsive therapy delivered with the first set of therapy parameter values selected during the first phase. The second set of therapy parameter values may, for example, define the patient posture states or the modification profiles with which the medical device adjusts therapy upon detecting a posture state transition.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Jon P. Davis, Dennis M. Skelton, Shyam Gokaldas, Rajeev M. Sahasrabudhe
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Publication number: 20160375260Abstract: An implantable medical device have an associated memory device is disclosed. The implantable medical device utilizes techniques for optimizing one or more embedded operations of the memory device, such operations including programming, reading or erasing data. The techniques for optimizing the embedded operations include controlling the operations as a function of an energy source of the implantable medical device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Charles R Gordon, Duane R Bigelow
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Publication number: 20160375261Abstract: An event-driven medical treatment data notification system is disclosed. Embodiments are directed to a system for transmitting medical treatment data, such as AED device events, waveforms, and device location information, to recipients that have registered to receive the data. In specific embodiments, the data is recorded by medical devices in the course of treatment during a medical incident. In specific embodiments, recipients register to receive treatment data in response to certain events. The treatment data is transmitted to any registered recipients in response to the occurrence of certain events.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Moira M. Galvin, Kevin C. Drew, Dana S. Lewis, Jennifer Krebsbach, Denise Norman, Melissa Pochop-Miller, Steven B. Duke, Mark Killebrew
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Publication number: 20160375262Abstract: A conductive fluid reservoir can be used to dispense conductive fluid to increase electrical connectivity between an electrode of a defibrillator and a patient. The reservoir includes a container that holds the conductive fluid, one or more outlets on the container, and an inflatable pouch located at least partially within the container. The inflatable pouch is capable of being inflated from a deflated state to an inflated state. In the deflated state, a free end of the inflatable pouch covers the one or more outlets. In the inflated state, the free end of the inflatable pouch is removed from the one or more outlets such that the conductive fluid is allowed to flow out of the container via the one or more outlets. Inflating the inflatable pouch causes the conductive fluid to be dispensed from the reservoir.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Dallas Meeker
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Publication number: 20160375263Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating diseases and disorders comprising applying a therapeutically effective dose of cold plasma. In particular examples, the diseases and disorders include, but are not limited to, diseases and disorders of the skin, musculoskeletal, and immune systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY, Robert M. HUMMEL
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Publication number: 20160375264Abstract: A light wave treatment instrument is disclosed and generally comprises a control unit operably coupled to a power source; a light source operably coupled to the control unit operable to deliver pulses of optical radiation; and a heart rate monitor operably coupled to the control unit, wherein the light source delivers pulses of optical radiation to an area of desired treatment synchronized to the heart beat determined by the heart rate monitor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Edgar Dan Laperriere
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Publication number: 20160375265Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for relaxing a respiratory tract and a bronchial tube, wherein the apparatus is manufactured in a form of a necklace hung on the neck, and a color light in the visible light wavelength band is irradiated at the region of the Tiantu point, which is known to be useful for the prevention and treatment of human respiratory diseases, that is, a dent region at which ends of left and right clavicle meet each other below the front of the neck, for a predetermined time to induce the secretion of a material for relaxing muscles (e.g., nitrogen monoxide or the like) in muscular cells of the respiratory tract and the bronchial tube, thereby relaxing the respiratory tract and the bronchial tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2014Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: COLOR SEVEN CO., LTD.Inventors: NAM GYUN KIM, KYONG JUN PARK
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Publication number: 20160375266Abstract: The invention relates to a method for identifying the location at least one treatment channel from a group of a plurality of treatment channels as wells as a system for effecting radiation treatment on a pre-selected anatomical portion of an animal body. According to the invention the identifying method being characterized by the steps of A selecting at least one of said plurality of treatment channels; B reconstructing the actual location of said selected treatment channel relative to said animal body; and C comparing said reconstructed location said pre-planned plurality of locations. Furthermore the system according to the invention is characterized in that identifying means are present for identifying the location of at least one treatment channel from said group of said plurality of inserted treatment channels and comparing said identified location with one or more of said pre-planned locations present in said treatment plan.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Johann KINDLEIN
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Publication number: 20160375267Abstract: Methods and devices for minimally-invasive delivery of radiation to the eye (such as the posterior portion of the eye) including cannula systems with multiple treatment positions and/or multiple channels in the distal tip of the cannula systems. The channels can accommodate emanating sources and exposing a target at various treatment positions. The emanating sources may be annulus-shaped.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2014Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Wendell Lutz, Russell J. Hamilton, Thomas C. Cetas, Laurence J. Marsteller, Timothy Shriver, Samuel S. Hyman
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Publication number: 20160375268Abstract: A therapy planner (16) is configured to construct a therapy plan based on a planning image segmented into segments delineating features of a subject. A predictive plan adaptation module (20) is configured to adjust the segments to represent a foreseeable change in the subject and to invoke the therapy planner to construct a therapy plan corresponding to the foreseeable change. A data storage (18) stores a plurality of therapy plans generated for a subject by the therapy planner and the predictive plan adaptation module based on at least one planning image of the subject. A therapy plan selector (30) is configured to select one of the plurality of therapy plans for use in a therapy session based on a preparatory image acquired preparatory to the therapy session.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Heinrich Schulz, Ingwer Carlsen, Rafael Wiemker, Kirsten Meetz, Stewart Young
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Publication number: 20160375269Abstract: The invention comprises a method and apparatus for imaging a tumor of a patient using one or more imaging systems positionable about the tumor and treating the tumor using positively charged particles, such as: (1) using a rotatable gantry support to support and rotate a section of a positively charged particle beam transport line about a rotation axis and a tumor of a patient; (2) using a rotatable and optionally extendable secondary support to support, circumferentially position, and laterally position a primary and optional secondary imaging system about the tumor; (3) image the tumor using the primary and optional secondary imaging system as a function of rotation and/or translation of the secondary support; and (4) treat, optionally concurrently with imaging, the tumor using the positively charged particles as a function of circumferential position of the section of the charged particle beam about the tumor.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Susan L. Michaud, Daniel J. Raymond, W. Davis Lee
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Publication number: 20160375270Abstract: A method and apparatus are used to compare an intended treatment plan using a radiation source with a delivered plan. This done by arranging markers at known three-dimensional (3D) positions in a detection reference system between a two dimensional radiation detector configured to acquire images generated by radiation emitted by the radiation source and an area where the radiation source is positioned during a treatment. The positions of projections of the markers on an image detected are determined when the radiation source is at a treatment position in an intended treatment plan reference system. A plurality of lines in the detection reference system are calculated, each line being defined by a 3D position of a marker and a 3D position of a corresponding projection of the marker on the detector according to the image. A 3D position of the radiation source in the detection reference system is inferred based on the calculated lines.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITYInventors: Dorin A. Todor, Aditya A. Bondal
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Publication number: 20160375271Abstract: Cartridge apparatus (230) for use with a handle (220) is provided. The apparatus includes a housing (500) which: (a) includes a handle-coupling portion (235) shaped and sized to securely couple the housing to the handle and to facilitate separation of the housing from the handle, (b) shaped to define a skin-application portion (40) on an outer surface of the housing, and (c) includes at least one ultrasound element (60) in acoustic communication with the skin-application portion and configured to transmit ultrasound energy to the skin through the skin-application portion when the cartridge is attached to the handle. The cartridge apparatus also includes an inflatable element (250) inflated with a fluid, the fluid being in fluid communication with the skin-application portion. Other applications are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2014Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: SLENDER MEDICAL LTD.Inventors: Liat TSOREF, Gregory KRASNOV, Haim AZHARI, Yossi GROSS
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Publication number: 20160375272Abstract: An ultrasonic treatment apparatus includes a movement unit moving in accordance with at least one of an acting state of a load to a treatment section from a jaw and an opening angle of the jaw relative to the treatment section, a movement detector detecting a moving state of the movement unit, and a peak detecting section detecting a target peak of an ultrasonic impedance value. The ultrasonic treatment apparatus includes a control section controlling the peak detecting section to a detection disallowed state where a detection of the target peak is not executed when the movement unit is not placed within a prescribed range based on a detection result in the movement detector.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: OLYMPUS CORPORATIONInventors: Yoshihiro TSUBUKU, Minoru KAWASAKI
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Publication number: 20160375273Abstract: A control device having: one or more processors configured to: receive a first signal indicating one of a plurality of inputs of a first type received by a first input device; receive a second signal indicating one of a plurality of inputs of a second type received by a second input device; select a selected mode from one or more modes of a respective one or more treatment devices based on a combination of the first signal and the second signal; and output a control signal for controlling the one or more treatment devices in accordance with the selected mode.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: OLYMPUS CORPORATIONInventors: Yuji HIRAI, Tadashi KITAYAMA
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Publication number: 20160375274Abstract: Methods and systems for treating stretch marks through deep tissue tightening with ultrasound are provided. An exemplary method and system comprise a therapeutic ultrasound system configured for providing ultrasound treatment to a shallow tissue region, such as a region comprising an epidermis, a dermis and a deep dermis. In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, a therapeutic ultrasound system can be configured to achieve depth from 0 mm to 1 cm with a conformal selective deposition of ultrasound energy without damaging an intervening tissue in the range of frequencies from 2 to 50 MHz.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Peter G. Barthe, Michael H. Slayton, Inder Raj S. Makin
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Publication number: 20160375275Abstract: An aircraft inflatable harness assembly for an aircraft oxygen crew mask for providing regulated flow of oxygen on board an aircraft for an aircraft crew. The aircraft inflatable harness includes at least one inner inflatable tube having a normally deflated configuration and an inflated configuration. The inner inflatable tube has a first and second end, and is configured to inflate to cause expansion of the harness assembly to allow the harness assembly to be placed over a user's head. The inner inflatable tube includes a braided outer sleeve of elastic material. The outer sleeve is configured to have a first length when the inner inflatable tube is in a normally deflated configuration, and the outer sleeve is configured to longitudinally expand to a second length greater than the first length while remaining appreciably the same diameter in the radial direction when the inner inflatable tube is in an inflated configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Alice R. Cooper
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Publication number: 20160375276Abstract: Various embodiments of a respirator (10) that includes a harness (13, 16), a mask body (12), and an exhalation valve (14) are disclosed. The exhalation valve (14) can include a valve seat (20) and a flexible flap (22) that is in engagement with the valve seat. The flexible flap can have one or more materials that can cause the flap to flash (26) when moving from a closed position to an open position or vice versa. The flashing valve can make it easier for a user to ascertain whether the valve is operating properly.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2014Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Philip G. Martin, Caroline M. Ylitalo, Gina M. Buccellato, James M. Jonza, William Ward Merrill, Douglas S. Dunn, David T. Yust
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Publication number: 20160375277Abstract: Protective garments include a flame resistant fabric that is strong and yet has a soft hand. The fabric is made from a combination of filament yarns and spun yarns. The filament yarns and spun yarns are woven together such that the filament yarns are separated by from about 2 to about 5 spun yarns in both the warp direction and the fill direction. The spun yarns may contain polybenzimidazole fibers in combination with other fibers, such as aramid fibers. The filament yarns may comprise para-aramid fibers. In one embodiment, the filament yarns may have a size larger than the spun yarns.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Joey K. Underwood, Jacques A. Cantin, Guy Connors Lucas
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Publication number: 20160375278Abstract: A strap includes at least a first and second area, the first and second areas being consecutive along a longitudinal axis of the strap. The latter is woven by means of at least a first group of warp threads, a second group and a third group different from the first and second groups of warp threads. The strap is woven by means of at least the first, second and third groups of warp threads and at least one weft thread, the strap being devoid of the second group in the second area, and of the third group in the first area, the first group passing through the first and second areas. The first group and second group of warp threads are distributed over the width of the strap in the first area.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: ZEDELInventor: Loïc BLONDEAU
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Publication number: 20160375279Abstract: A lineman safety harness adapter system for use in association with a harness, having: a first harness adapter having a first strap having a first top end and a first bottom end loop configured to receive a first locking element at a first bottom end, a second strap having a second top end and a second bottom end loop configured to receive a second locking element at a second bottom end, a third strap having a third top end and a third bottom end loop configured to receive a third locking element at a third bottom end; the first strap, the second strap, and the third strap meeting at the first top end, the second top end, and the third top end into a first top loop configured to receive a fourth locking element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Nelson O. McKay
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Publication number: 20160375280Abstract: A fall protection apparatus includes a heavy support base with a pivotal mast having a top member for rotation around the axis of the mast carrying a series of booms pivotal about respective vertical axes, each having an end coupling member for receiving a fall restraint harness. Each boom is formed by a tube which fractures on a fall and an elongate stainless steel strap inside the tube which bends without fracturing. The mast includes a series of telescopic rectangular mast sections with a winch driven cable and pulley arrangement for extending the first section which acts to pull the second inner section to the extended position as the first inner section moves out of the outer section. Each section includes first and second pulleys mounted at the same face of the section with the cable located between the face of the section and the face of the next section.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Jan Vetesnik
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Publication number: 20160375281Abstract: A fall protection apparatus includes a heavy support base with a pivotal mast having a top member for rotation around the axis of the mast carrying a series of booms pivotal about respective vertical axes, each having an end coupling member for receiving a fall restraint harness. Each boom is formed by a tube which fractures on a fall and an elongate stainless steel strap inside the tube which bends without fracturing. The mast includes a series of telescopic rectangular mast sections with a winch driven cable and pulley arrangement for extending the first section which acts to pull the second inner section to the extended position as the first inner section moves out of the outer section. Each section includes first and second pulleys mounted at the same face of the section with the cable located between the face of the section and the face of the next section.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Jan Vetesnik
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Publication number: 20160375282Abstract: A step unit with fall arrest capability is provided for use in climbing a utility structure. The step unit includes a rod member and a step member. The rod member includes a first rod, a second rod and a connecting portion to form a shape of substantially a letter L. The step member has a shape of a generally hollow cylinder with a bore longitudinally formed therethrough, the step member including a loop section providing substantially a D-shaped opening for use as an anchorage of a fall arrest system. The first rod is configured to be inserted through the bore of the step member and a hole of the utility structure, while the second rod is positioned flush against an opposite side of the utility structure, pointing toward the ascending direction. The step unit may further include a plate member to enhance stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Glenn Sailer
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Publication number: 20160375283Abstract: An assembly for covering an opening in a structure. The assembly has a roller to be mounted to a portion of the structure defining a portion of the structure opening and a member disposed on the roller assembly. The member is operable between a retracted position where it is wound onto the roller assembly and an extended position where it is unwound from the roller assembly. The member includes first and second portions with mutually opposing edges in a closed position. A fastener releasably attaches the first and second panel portions to each other. The first and second panel portions are separable in response to an egress force to form an egress through the member.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Andrew C. Lambridis
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Publication number: 20160375284Abstract: The system includes an intake assembly upstream of a pump within the bucket which selectively uses an outer port for drawing water outside of the bucket into the system and an inner port for drawing water from within the bucket into the system. A polymer gel port is interposed between the intake assembly and the pump for combination, mixing and activation of a water and polymer gel emulsion combination within the pump. A fill assembly is provided downstream of the pump which can selectively direct water back into the bucket. A discharge assembly is also provided downstream of the pump which leads to a nozzle or other outlet for water and/or polymer gel emulsion from the system. A control valve selects between delivery of water and/or polymer gel emulsion back into the bucket through the fill assembly or out of the bucket through the discharge.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Leonard E. Doten
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Publication number: 20160375285Abstract: A flame arrestor assembly configured to extinguish a flame propagating between a process control device and a combustible environment outside the process control device. The flame arrestor assembly includes a flame arrestor and a retaining element. The flame arrestor has a body adapted to be disposed within a fluid flow passageway of the process control device. The retaining element is adapted to be disposed within the fluid flow passageway of the process control device proximate to the flame arrestor, and is configured to securely retain the flame arrestor within the fluid flow passageway of the process control device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: TESCOM CORPORATIONInventors: Jacob T. R. Renollett, Eric J. Burgett
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Publication number: 20160375286Abstract: The present invention provides a method for extinguishing fire, comprising: (A) preparing a CFC-free and phosphor-free aqueous fire extinguishing agent using a composition comprising 1-70 wt % of a sulfosuccinic acid ester; 1-30 wt % of a wetting agent; and rest in water; (B) diluting the CFC-free and phosphor-free aqueous fire extinguishing agent by water to form an aqueous solution; and (C) spraying the aqueous solution to a space containing a burning substance. The present invention not only enhances the wettability and permeability of water, but also increases its affinity to burning substances; accelerates cooling of burning substances; inhibits further combustion; reduces water for firefighting; reduces smoke and emission; mitigates environmental problems caused by haze substances from combustions on the ground and in the air and all possible related health hazards. The CFC-free and phosphor-free aqueous fire extinguishing agent is biodegradable, non-toxic to human and environment, and easy to use.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Fung-Ming CHIANG
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Publication number: 20160375287Abstract: A fire-sprinkler protection system for a combustible concealed space having a sloped ceiling has a plurality of fire-sprinklers including pendent sprinklers and sidewall sprinklers disposed beneath the sloped ceiling. Each pendent sprinkler provides a spray pattern that is generally circular cylindrical about the sprinkler. Each sidewall sprinkler provides a spray pattern that is generally rectangular in shape. The hydraulic demand for each sprinkler is substantially equivalent to the projection hydraulic demand for the horizontal footprint projection of the sloped ceiling on the floor. A piping system is coupled to each sprinkler by a plurality of branch lines is sized to provide the hydraulic demand for each sprinkler.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: Globe Fire Sprinkler CorporationInventor: Stephen J. MEYER
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Publication number: 20160375288Abstract: A fire suppression system in which the water supply line (108) is fitted with repeating arrays of sprinkler heads (102, 106). Each array is substantially identical and is composed of two side-discharge sprinklers (106) and one vertical-discharge sprinkler (102). The side-discharge sprinklers (106) in each array are aimed so that their coverage areas point in opposite directions. The trigger (109) for the vertical-discharge sprinkler (102) has a lower activation temperature (Tv) than the activation temperatures (Th) of the side-discharge sprinklers (106) so that the vertical-discharge sprinkler (102) will activate earlier than either of the side-discharge sprinklers (106). The vertical-discharge sprinkler (102) may include a heat collector (104) to facilitate early activation of its trigger (109). The fire suppression system and method harness the working power of working of multiple orientations of fire sprinklers to produce, in effect, a super fire sprinkler system and method.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Jeffrey J. Pigeon
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Publication number: 20160375289Abstract: Methods and systems for a fire pump control system are provided. An example fire pump control system includes a pump system having a given full load current, wherein the pump system comprises (i) a fire pump, (ii) a first disconnect switch and (iii) a first circuit breaker. The first disconnect switch and the first circuit breaker are located upstream of the fire pump. The system further includes a controller configured to control operation of the fire pump, and the controller comprises a second disconnect switch and a second circuit breaker. The controller is located upstream of the first disconnect switch and the first circuit breaker, and is configured to avoid (i) opening within two minutes at 600 percent of the full load current, (ii) opening with a restart transient of 24 times the full load current, and (iii) opening within 10 minutes at 300 percent of the full load current.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Douglas A. Stephens
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Publication number: 20160375290Abstract: A tool for inserting a flame arrestor assembly into a process control device having a first passageway of a first depth and a second passageway of a second depth different from the first depth. The tool includes a head portion having a first diameter, and a tip portion having a second diameter less than the first diameter. The tip portion has a first portion, a second portion, and a third portion, the first and second portions being separated by a first notch, and the second and third portions being separated by a second notch. The first notch is arranged to indicate when the flame arrestor assembly is fully inserted into the first passageway, and the second notch is arranged to indicate when the flame arrestor assembly is fully inserted into the second passageway.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: TESCOM CORPORATIONInventors: Eric J. Burgett, Jacob T. R. Renollett
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Publication number: 20160375291Abstract: An assembly and method for processing human waste includes providing a supporting base having an opening within which a waste reservoir is affixed. The assembly may be installed on or below a rim of a toilet bowl. Solidification and pathogen killing materials are provided. The materials are deposited in the reservoir either prior to or upon accumulation of waste in the reservoir. The reservoir with the solidified waste is then sealed and transported to a collection facility.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: James T. Mullowney, JR., Theresa L. O'Keefe
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Publication number: 20160375292Abstract: An exercise apparatus providing a User multiple different exercises, including both resistance movements and isometrics. The User interacts with the apparatus by grasping a bar. A resistance mechanism is symmetrically mounted on a second bar and provides infinitely variable resistance to the User, as well as soundproof operation. A vertical column allows infinite positioning of the bars for different exercises, and a bench provides support. The User can change the exercise resistance by verbal commands, or the apparatus can sense the torque applied by the user to the apparatus and vary the exercise resistance in response to the force applied by the User or the speed at which the user is moving the bar. The apparatus can be battery powered and operated at locations where electric service is unavailable, or in zero gravity. To verify accuracy, the resistance can be calibrated against a known quantity of weight.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: Balandis Taft Patents, LLCInventor: Andrew A. Taft
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Publication number: 20160375293Abstract: A system of exercise for video game platforms comprising of a (variable) winding device of an elastic strap that is mounted on an exercise machine connecting to a video game controller. By adding an elastic strap on a video game controller it makes it heavier, but provides balance on an exercise machine. Most exercise machines have adjustable resistance, said winding device adjusts resistance on said video game controller.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Luke Helis
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Publication number: 20160375294Abstract: A multi-purpose fitness bar capable of being asymmetrically weighted. The fitness bar has a frame consisting of three arms, multiple handholds and elevated risers. The handholds are in a multitude of positions and angles to provide variability in training. Each arm is capable of being independently loaded with one or more removable weights to produce a symmetric or asymmetric weight load to provide increased torque with movement of the device as well as driving the body in movement patterns consistent with function. The elevated risers provide a space between the body of the device and floor to provide “push-up” function of the device by protecting the users hands from contact with the ground. The arms of the device may also provide attachments for resistance band use to provide another loading mechanism for strength development.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: TruForce Fitness, LLCInventors: Brian Grimaud, Greg Janicki
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Publication number: 20160375295Abstract: A barbell collar system which is both easy to connect or disconnect from the barbell and secure enough to maintain weights on a barbell during extreme use. The barbell collar system generally includes a collar which is adapted to easily and quickly be connected to or removed from a barbell to retain a weight on the barbell. The collar is adapted to adjust between a first position in which the collar is curled around the barbell outside of the weight and a second position in which the collar is elongated in a linear orientation. The collar may include a ribbon spring for snapping between the two positions and an outer covering for increasing friction between the collar and the barbell. One or more magnets may be included with the collar to magnetically engage the collar with the barbell or the collar with itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Brian B. Brasch, Erik S. Hopperstad
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Publication number: 20160375296Abstract: An impact damping mat comprises a base layer having a base surface with a plurality of protuberances, a damping layer overlying the base layer, a load distribution layer overlying the damping layer and an upper layer overlying the load distribution layer and having a planar top surface. The materials and dimensions of the layers cooperate to provide a selected rebound characteristic and a selected sound reduction characteristic.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Paul Downey, Paul Gartenburg
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Publication number: 20160375297Abstract: A rowing machine can include a frame, a seat movably attached to the frame, the seat being configured to slide horizontally along the frame, a flywheel rotatably mounted to an end of the frame, a cable having a free end and an end attached to the flywheel, and an adapter assembly for compatibility with multiple oar or handle configurations.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventor: Willie C. Kiser
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Publication number: 20160375298Abstract: An inclinable rebounding exercise device comprising at least one inclinable rail having an upper and a lower end; an adjustable support assembly that allows the at least one rail to be adjusted to a desired inclination angle; a sliding platform slidably mounted with respect to the at least one rail; a support base; a foot platform assembly including a pair of resilient, independent foot platforms coupled to the support base. The pair of resilient, independent foot platforms allow for a soft landing achieved by absorbing energy therein, reducing joint stress and allowing greater muscle exercise.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Joseph Crowley, Thomas J. Campanaro, Dan McCutcheon
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Publication number: 20160375299Abstract: An apparatus permitting a user to perform a simulated bicycling exercise is provided. The design includes a frame having a head tube, wherein the frame maintains a set of pedals, a first upper rear mounting point and a second lower front mounting point configured to maintain the frame, a seat connected to the frame configured to support the user, and a stem connected to a handlebar arrangement, passing through the head tube, and connected to a base by a connection arrangement. The frame is configured to pivot about the first upper rear mounting point and second lower front mounting point in response to leaning by the user causing movement of the connection arrangement and rotation of the stem. The connection arrangement is adjustable to vary amount of rotation of the stem within the head tube in response to leaning by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: RealRyder, LLCInventors: Colin Irving, John J. Harrington, Brian C. Stewart, Michael S. Lofgren
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Publication number: 20160375300Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a frame, two crank units, two reciprocating members, two swing arms, two linkages and two carrying arms. A predetermined portion oriented between the top and bottom ends of each linkage is pivotally coupled to the corresponding crank unit and is moved along a circular path. The top end of each linkage is pivotally coupled to the corresponding reciprocating member and is moved along a curved path between two retracing points. The front end of each carrying arm is pivotally coupled to the bottom end of the corresponding linkage and is moved along a first closed path which is elliptical-like shaped. A predetermined portion oriented between the front and rear ends of each carrying arm is pivotally coupled to the bottom of the corresponding swing arm. The rear end of the carrying arm supports user's foot and is moved along a second closed path.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Ziv Chang, Joe Chen, Noel Johnson, Derek Nelson
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Publication number: 20160375301Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprising: a foot support, a user interface that includes a visual display, the foot support being movable by the user on the frame back and forth through any one of a plurality of complete, reproducible and different arc segments of a master arcuate path, the foot support being interconnected to a selection device that enables the user to select any one of the plurality of arc segments, one or more detectors adapted to detect one or more of force, energy or power exerted by the user over time on the foot support or distance or velocity of travel of the foot support or resistance assembly during the course of the user's performance of all or a portion of an exercise cycle, the visual display displaying a visually recognizable format of one or more of the force, energy, power, distance, time or velocity.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Raymond Giannelli, Mark Buontempo
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Publication number: 20160375302Abstract: There is provided is a method and computer program product for selecting an appropriate golf ball for a subject by using a mobile computer device with a camera.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: BRIDGESTONE SPORTS CO., LTD.Inventors: Andrew TROUTNER, Adam REHBERG
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Publication number: 20160375303Abstract: An information gathering device includes a gathering unit, a data processing unit coupled to the gathering unit, and a display unit coupled to the data processing unit. The gathering unit is located on a moving or stationary exercise device to gather data signals from the riding device to send them to the data processing unit. The data processing unit converts the data signal into displayable and send the displayable data to the display unit, and the display unit displays the displayable data received from the data processing unit. The disclosure further provides an information gathering method.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Xi-Huai HE, Chun-Sheng CHEN
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Publication number: 20160375304Abstract: In general, a computing device disposed in a cardio exercise machine receives data related to a fitness level of a user. The computing device selects a workout program based at least in part on the data. The operations of the cardio exercise machine are controlled based at least in part on the workout program. The computing device generates visual feedback based on at least one of the user's operation of the cardio exercise machine and the selected workout program measured against performance criteria.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Joshua J. Roman, Michael G. Lannon, David M. Alexander, Jeffrey W. Moore, Eric J. Marthinsen
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Publication number: 20160375305Abstract: The invention concerns an arrangement and a method for configuring equipment for personal performance monitoring comprising at least one carrier item having a mounting zone for receiving a communication module, one or more sensors and/or actuators and a first processing unit functionally connected to said mounting zone and said sensors and/or actuators. The first processing unit is configured to process sensor signals from the sensors and/or actuators and to communicate with a communication module that is mounted on the mounting zone of the carrier item and having a second processing unit configured to further process said sensor/actuator signals and to communicate processed signals to a remote device over a wireless communication protocol. A remote device is adapted to provide a predefined code to configure the equipment to process sensor or actuator signals according to a use of said carrier item as identified by said predefined code.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Mikko Martikka, Kimmo Pernu, Erik Lindman, Terho Lahtinen