Patents Issued in August 1, 2017
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Patent number: 9717216Abstract: The implantable pet locating microchip is a device that monitors the location of an animal, monitors the internal temperature of an animal, and monitors the gait of an animal. The location of the animal is provided by a GPS device. The internal temperature of the animal is monitored by a thermal device. The gait of the animal is monitored through the use of an angle sensor or a force sensor. This measured information is then transmitted to a receiving device such as a tablet or smart phone where it can be monitored. The implantable pet locating microchip is also configured to receive inquiries that initiates the immediate transmittal of the measured information. The implantable pet locating microchip comprises a housing, a battery, a location module, a thermal device, a gait sensor, a logic module, a transceiver, and an optional magnet.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: David Schlachta, Rachel Schlachta
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Patent number: 9717217Abstract: An animal restraining harness or jacket and a method of use thereof, for protecting the shoulder and upper abdomen when experimental/surgical procedures are performed and when the experimental/surgical sites must be protected from biting, scratching, and other unwanted contact. The jacket generally includes a shoulder region and collar extensions, where the shoulder region is connected to the collar extensions. The collar extensions are wrapped and secured around the collar or neck area of the animal, and the shoulder region is wrapped and secured around the shoulder and torso area of the animal. Preferably, the collar extensions and shoulder region are secured on the dorsal side of the animal, thus providing a dorsal gap therebetween. This harnesses the animal effectively and prevents escape from the restraining jacket.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.Inventors: Michael Blaber, Sachiko I. Blaber
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Patent number: 9717218Abstract: A two or more subject retractable leash, and methods of use thereof, is disclosed, which includes a roll-back feature on each retractable leash. The leashes may be locked in place by engaging a single lever. The leashes retract regardless of whether the spools are locked or unlocked. Each leash retracts independently of the other leashes, such that a dual leash may be used to walk one subject. In some embodiments, a single subject retractable leash includes a roll-back feature that provides and allows for leash retraction, whether or not a brake associated with a spool thereof is engaged.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: DOSKOCIL MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.Inventors: Carolyn O'Brien, John C. Evans
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Patent number: 9717219Abstract: The invention relates to a water inlet arrangement for the use in fish tanks in aquaculture, including a pipe to feed water into the tank, the pipe having a plurality of openings and, for a better adjustment of the flow, a surrounding second element having a plurality of openings and/or a fixed or adjustable shield are provided.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Linde AktiengesellschaftInventors: Karsten Glomset, Kenneth Glomset, Ove Gjelstenli
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Patent number: 9717220Abstract: An aquarium filter with water stream diversion system and method of use thereof, having an intake, an outlet, and a pump to draw water into the intake and discharge water from the outlet. The system further includes a water stream diversion conduit having a first open end, an opposite second open end, and a fluid channel between the first and second open ends. The first open end of the conduit can releasably connect to the intake of the pump or the outlet of the pump. When the conduit is connected to the outlet of the pump, the water is diverted from the outlet of the pump into the conduit, for discharge from the conduit. When the conduit is connected to the intake of the pump, water is drawn into the conduit and discharged from the conduit into the intake of the pump.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: EUGENE G. DANNER MANUFACTURING, INC.Inventors: Steven R. Sawicki, Gerald A. Phillips
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Patent number: 9717221Abstract: An aquatic cultivation system includes a bowl and a siphon equipment. The bowl contains a liquid. The siphon equipment includes a liquid intake tube, and a liquid exit tube. At least one of the liquid tube and the liquid exit tube includes an air vent. The siphon equipment includes a water level control element corresponding to the air vent. The water level control element includes a connection portion and a brake portion located on the connection portion. The brake portion is movable on a reciprocal movement locus when subject to change of liquid water level elevation to close or release the air vent, thereby drives the siphon equipment to draw intermittently the liquid in the bowl. As a result, filths in the bowl can be removed and an intermittent turbulent current can be generated to prevent the filths from depositing at the bottom of the bowl.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Han-Yi Tsai
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Patent number: 9717222Abstract: Provided is a gene in drosophila designated as dSLC5A1. This gene is responsible for taste independent nutrient sensing. Activation of neurons expressing this gene results in hunger behavior. Provided are compositions and methods for identifying agents that can interfere with hunger behavior.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: New York UniversityInventors: Greg Seong-Bae Suh, Monica Dus
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Patent number: 9717223Abstract: A fishing flasher device which is configured to be attached to a main fishing line to be drawn through the water, generally by trolling behind a slowly moving water vessel. The flasher device has an on-axis mainline attachment on the forward end to produce a spinning or rotational movement about the axis of the mainline. The flasher device also has at least one off-axis mainline attachment at the forward end configured to produce an orbiting motion rather than a rotational movement of the flasher device. A trailing line is generally attached to a trailing line attachment point on the rearward end of the flasher device to which is connected lures, bait, hooks, etc. for catching fish.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Leo M. Wilhelm
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Patent number: 9717224Abstract: Embodiments of the present technology relate to stackable fishing assemblies. In on embodiment, a fishing assembly includes a first buoyant section, a second buoyant section that is spaced apart from the first buoyant section to form a groove that is configured to spool fishing line, and a tubular handle extending from the first and second buoyant sections, the tubular handle having a first end and a second end, wherein the second end is sized to mate with a second tubular handle of a second fishing assembly that is constructed substantial similar to the fishing assembly.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Tiger Carman
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Patent number: 9717225Abstract: Double bent metal wires having a spring loaded configuration forming clasps, devices, apparatus, systems and methods for easily attaching and detaching hooks to fishing lures, feather hooks, jig heads, fishing lines, and the like. The clasp can have screw type threads for being threaded into an end of a fishing lure. The opposite end has a hook with a spring catch for closing the hook and allowing the clasp to attach to a loop end of a fishing hook. The spring catch is formed from two legs each having bent ends attached to a base of the hook by a crimp ring. To open the loop on the clasp, the spring catch can be pushed away from the hook opening, for attachment to loop ends of fishing hooks, and the like. The clasps can be used with attaching jewelry strands such as necklaces, bracelets, chains, and anklets together.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: David Rider
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Patent number: 9717226Abstract: A line management system for an outrigger structure is provided for guiding outrigger cords through cord passages to maintain an independent longitudinal displacement in order to prevent entanglement. The system includes a plurality of outrigger cords, cord management units, and retention devices. The plurality of cord management units are coupled to the outrigger structure and are longitudinally spaced one from the other along the outrigger structure. Each of the cord management units defines a plurality of transversely offset cord passages respectively guiding predetermined ones of outrigger cords to maintain an independent longitudinal displacement relative to the outrigger structure.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Craig Mercier
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Patent number: 9717228Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an insect trap using an ultraviolet light-emitting diode (UV LED) lamp, and more particularly, to an insect trap using, in place of a conventional UV light source lamp, a UV LED lamp that significantly increases the insect trapping efficiency. The insect trap according to the present disclosure includes: a duct including a suction fan therein; a UV LED lamp disposed in the air inlet portion of the duct and comprising a printed circuit board (PCB) that has a UV LED chip mounted thereon; and a trapping portion provided in the air outlet portion of the duct.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: SEOUL VIOSYS CO., LTD.Inventors: Jong Hyun Koo, Hyun Su Song, Dong-Kyu Lee
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Patent number: 9717229Abstract: A cage type animal trap having an enclosure with an animal access opening into a vacant interior sized to receive an animal to be trapped. The access opening is closed by a door that is movable from a closed to an opened position by an actuating mechanism having a flexible actuating member with one end secured to the door and the other end releasably held by a latch mechanism. The latch mechanism is configured to move the door to the opened position by tensioning the actuating member and, in response to a trigger mechanism, to release the second end of the actuating member and allow the door to move from the opened position to the closed position thereby trapping the animal in the animal enclosure. A door lock in abutment with the outer surface of the door prevents the door from being opened by a trapped animal. A part of the actuating mechanism is in engagement with the door lock when the door is closed such that the door lock is automatically disengaged when the actuating member is tensioned.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: WOODSTREAM CORPORATIONInventors: Christopher T. Rich, Robert T. Cruz, Edward J. Holliday, Marko Lubic
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Patent number: 9717230Abstract: An animal deterrent device includes an elongated carrier having an internal cavity. A conductive trace can be coupled to the carrier by a first fastener that extends from the conductive trace to the cavity, which prevents water from contacting the fastener and shorting the conductive trace.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: BIRD-B-GONEInventor: Bruce Donoho
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Patent number: 9717231Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing scent includes a housing defining a bladder configured to hold a volume of liquid scent, a flexible tube connected to the bladder, the flexible tube having a distal end opposite the bladder, and a wick receivable on the distal end of the tube.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Gabriel D'Arco
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Patent number: 9717232Abstract: A motorized tree stand includes a frame assembly for attachment to a tree. The frame assembly includes a rear wall that includes a vertical drive track and at least one vertical gliding rail spaced laterally therefrom. A seat assembly is operatively coupled to the rear wall of the frame assembly and provides a seat on which a user can sit. A first drive assembly is coupled to the seat assembly and includes a first motor that is connected to a driven wheel that seats against the vertical drive track to controllably move the seat assembly in a vertical direction along the frame assembly. A second drive assembly is coupled to a swivel plate for controllably moving the swivel plate resulting in swiveling of the seat assembly relative to the frame assembly. A controller and a power source are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Kadry Abouelmakarem
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Patent number: 9717233Abstract: A layout blind for use in a marshy environment or in a dry field with a support frame and a fabric cover. The frame is supported on extendible legs and has three foldable sections. A U-shaped head frame and a U-shaped foot frame are pivoted to the support frame. First and second U-shaped flap support frames are pivoted between the head frame and the foot frame and are foldable about a pivot hinge with a stop.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Ira D. McCauley
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Patent number: 9717234Abstract: An animal attracting system and method is disclosed. The animal attracting system includes a moveable decoy and a remote control activation device. The moveable decoy provides a substantially realistic, lifelike appearance of an animal, such as a deer, and provides capability to substantially mimic the natural body movements of the animal, such as a deer. The moveable decoy includes a first motor for moving a tail portion of the moveable decoy, a second motor for rotating the body portion of the moveable decoy about a fixed mounting point, a controller for communicating with the remote control activation device and for actuating the first and second motors, and a power source.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2013Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Charles Philip Everington
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Patent number: 9717235Abstract: An integrated duck decoy, anchor, and retrieval system. Decoy line passes through a vertical cavity in the decoy body, with an anchor attached to the end of decoy line emerging from the bottom of the decoy. The end of decoy line emerging from the top of the decoy terminates in a loop attached to a stopper, which prevents the loop from entering the decoy body. The decoy may be removed from the water by means of the loop. When the decoy line is pulled from the loop end, the anchor will become recessed into the bottom of the decoy body, facilitating easy storage and avoiding tangled anchors and lines.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Steven Hiser Funderburg
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Patent number: 9717236Abstract: A motion decoy having a body and wings in the form of a waterfowl provides a realistic biaxial wing beat motion. The wing beat motion simultaneously includes a flapping action and a rotation action. The flapping action can sweep through an obtuse angle, while at the same time the rotating action that changes the angle of incidence of the wings at different angular positions. The compound biaxial wing beat motion better replicates the motion of live waterfowl, especially during the “lighting” phase of flight.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: EVOLUTION DECOYS, LLCInventors: Keith Dominick Szechenyi, Dominick Martin Szechenyi
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Patent number: 9717237Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of insect repellant or fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Patent number: 9717238Abstract: An antibacterial composition is formed from a polymer matrix that includes silver nanoparticles. The antibacterial composition can be used to provide surfaces that are to be touched. The antibacterial composition is particularly useful for forming cases for handheld electronic devices such as mobile telephones, smartphones, tablet computers, remote controls, and game controllers. A method of manufacturing items formed the composition can create materials with homogenously dispersed silver nanoparticles. Another process can be used to add antibacterial properties to existing surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: Carlos M. Lacerda, Jorge Metzger
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Patent number: 9717239Abstract: Disclosed is an agricultural composition comprising at least one agricultural chemical and at least one cellulose ether, wherein the cellulose ether is a nonionic methylethylhydroxyethyl cellulose (MEHEC) polymer as well as a method for reducing spray drift during the spraying of an aqueous solution. The method comprises combining the MEHEC polymer with at least one agricultural chemical to obtain the aqueous solution and spraying the aqueous solution. Also disclosed is a method for increasing resistance to rain wash off of an aqueous solution sprayed onto a surface.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: AKZO NOBEL CHEMICALS INTERNATIONAL B.V.Inventors: Jinxia Susan Sun, Qiwei He, Shawn Zhu, Logan Dempsey, Michael Walters, Peter Westbye
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Patent number: 9717240Abstract: Method for the preparation of microencapsulated essential oils or a formulation thereof for various non-agricultural applications.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: BOTANOCAP LTD.Inventors: Arie Markus, Pnina Strongin, Charles Linder
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Patent number: 9717241Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of controlling undesirable vegetation in a field containing an auxin-herbicide-tolerant cotton crop by applying to the location where control is desired an effective amount of 2,4-DB.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: John S. Richburg, Terry R. Wright, Leon B. Braxton, Andrew E. Robinson
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Patent number: 9717242Abstract: A compound of formula (Ie?): wherein Ar?, R1, R4e and Y are as defined herein and a method of controlling pests using the compound.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: MEIJI SEIKA PHARMA CO., LTD.Inventors: Shinzo Kagabu, Masaaki Mitomi, Shigeki Kitsuda, Ryo Horikoshi, Masahiro Nomura, Yasumichi Onozaki
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Patent number: 9717243Abstract: Piperidinecarboxylic acidderivatives of the formula (I) in which the symbols A, L1, L2, G, p, Q, R1, R2, T and Y are each as defined in the description, and salts, metal complexes and N-oxides of the compounds of the formula (I), and the use thereof for controlling phytopathogenic harmful fungi and processes for preparing compounds of the formula (I).Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: BAYER CROPSCIENCE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFTInventors: Stefan Hillebrand, Matthias Riedrich, Sebastian Hoffmann, Mark James Ford, Joachim Telser, Mazen Es-Sayed, Guenter Hoemberger, Pierre Wasnaire, Ulrike Wachendorff-Neumann, Tomoki Tsuchiya
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Patent number: 9717244Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of controlling undesirable vegetation in pineapple, which comprise applying to vegetation or an area adjacent the vegetation or applying to soil to prevent the emergence or growth of vegetation (a) penoxsulam or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. The methods can further comprise applying (b) a second pesticide or an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof to the vegetation or the area adjacent the vegetation or to the soil adjacent thereto. In some embodiments, (b) includes an ACCase inhibitor such as cyhalofop-butyl, haloxyfop-P-methyl, fluazifop-P-butyl, or combinations thereof.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLCInventors: Somsak Samanwong, Richard K. Mann, Lap Nguyen
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Patent number: 9717245Abstract: A foliar product for use in agriculture and horticulture comprising heterocyclic nitrogen source, chelating agent and metal salts. The heterocyclic nitrogen source is Hexamine. The chelating agent is disodium salt of Hydroxy Ethylidene Di Phosphonic Acid (Na2HEDP). The metal salts are chelated using the chelating agent Na2HEDP. The foliar product provides complete raw material requirement, which enables plants to synthesize various products. Further, the present invention relates to a method of manufacturing the foliar product. Advantageously, the present invention eliminates undesirable side effects in plants and helps plants survive environmental or biological stress conditions.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Sundaresan Subramanyam
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Patent number: 9717246Abstract: The present invention provides improved solutions and related methods for effecting enhanced penetration of wood preservatives through the synergistic action of an amine oxide employed in combination with an alkoxylated oil and a buffering agent. Preferred materials and quantities are recited. The system of the present invention may be employed with artificially stiffened wood.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Kop-Coat, Inc.Inventors: Ronald W. Clawson, Jr., Charles N. Cheeks
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Patent number: 9717247Abstract: Novel active compound combinations comprising a carboxamide of the general formula (I) (group 1) in which A, R1 and R2 are as defined in the description, and the active compound groups (2) to (24) listed in the description have very good fungicidal properties.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: BAYER CROPSCIENCE AGInventors: Ulrike Wachendorff-Neumann, Peter Dahmen, Ralf Dunkel, Hans-Ludwig Elbe, Heiko Rieck, Anne Suty-Heinze
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Patent number: 9717248Abstract: Antimicrobial micro- or nanoparticles comprising a chlorhexidine salt and an anion, and a method of making the antimicrobial micro- or nanoparticle, are disclosed. The anion in the salt is selected form oxoanions and partially hydrogenated oxoanions of phosphorus, carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: The University of BristolInventor: Michele Emily Redmond
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Patent number: 9717249Abstract: An office furnishing is provided that may include one or more surfaces coated with an antimicrobial treatment, which may include a silane quaternary ammonium salt and isopropyl alcohol. The silane quaternary ammonium salt may include an unreacted organofunctional silane to promote bonding to the surfaces of the office furnishing, such as 3-(trimethoxysilyl) propyldimethyloctadecyl ammonium chloride. The office furnishing article may include one of: a desk; a chair; a table; a bookcase; a hutch; shelves; an office divider panel; a file cabinet; a fax machine; a telephone; a computer; a keyboard; a monitor; a computer mouse; a book; a lamp; a binder; a stapler; an office stamp; and a desk pad. A method is also provided for coating these office furnishing articles with the antimicrobial treatment.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Parasol Medical LLCInventor: Patrick E. Eddy
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Patent number: 9717250Abstract: The present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition comprising an isothiazolinone, such as 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one, and a zinc compound selected from zinc salts, zinc oxides, zinc hydroxides or combinations thereof. Useful zinc salts include for example, oxides, sulfates, chlorides, and combinations thereof. In use, the zinc from the zinc compound enhances the antimicrobial activity to the isothiazolin-containing composition. This enhancement permits achieving the desired antimicrobial activity at a lower usage rate than is achieved using the isothiazolinone in the absence of the zinc compound. The antimicrobial composition can also contain co-biocides, such as pyrithiones, including zinc pyrithione or copper pyrithione.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2013Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: ARCH CHEMICALS, INC.Inventors: Nicholas Edward Thompson, Malcolm Greenhalgh, Fitzgerald Clarke
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Patent number: 9717251Abstract: A pesticide, fungicidal, bactericidal, anti-pathogen or biocidal composition includes at least one biologically inert carrier; and at least one doped component including at least one fixed copper compound doped with at least one compound selected from the group consisting of iron compounds, zinc compounds, magnesium compounds, calcium compounds, and combinations and/or mixtures thereof. In one embodiment, the doped component has a particle size of about 0.5 nm to about 30 microns. A method for the control of pests includes the step of applying to the pests or their growth habitat the aforementioned composition. The method also includes the control of disease in citrus plants caused by vectors such as Psyllid nymphs, by applying the aforementioned composition to their growth habitat in citrus groves.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Robert Sabin
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Patent number: 9717252Abstract: Derivatives of Agrobacterium vitis strain F2/5 are disclosed. These derivatives were generated following homologous recombination with an internal fragment of targeted genes resulting in gene disruption by insertion of a copy of suicide vector pVIK165. The genes disrupted were F-avi5813 encoding a phosphopantetheinyltransferase, F-avi4329 encoding an aminotransferase and F-avi0838 (rirA) encoding an iron responsive transcriptional regulator. Such derivatives control crown gall on grapevines. In addition, these derivatives did not induce roots necrosis but enhanced root development and callus formation. On young stem explants, it was shown as well that the F2/5 derivatives are necrosis-negative.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Cornell UniversityInventors: Thomas J. Burr, Desen Zheng
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Patent number: 9717253Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the use of synergistic amounts of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. aizawai and chlorantraniliprole for the control of Diamondback Moth, Beet Armyworm, Soybean Looper, Corn Earworm, Cabbage Looper, and Southwestern Corn Borer. Specifically, the synergistic ratio of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. aizawai to chlorantraniliprole is from about 1:0.00003 to about 1:3.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Valent BioSciences LLCInventors: Deanna Branscome, Roger Storey, Russell Eldridge, Emily Brazil
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Patent number: 9717254Abstract: A cutting tool for producing decorative cake components is provided. The cutting tool includes a roller including a plurality of cutters located on a radial outer surface thereof and two end portions located on opposite ends of the roller.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Kharis Schneider
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Patent number: 9717255Abstract: The quality of a cake quality may deteriorate if the amount of eggs in the recipe is reduced. This deterioration can be counteracted by adding a phospholipase to the cake batter, as seen by an increased cake volume and improved cake properties after storage, e.g. increased cohesiveness, increased springiness, and increased elasticity. The cake quality (as measured by these parameters) can be further improved, even up to the level of the original cake, by adding a non-egg protein together with the phospholipase. Accordingly, a cake is prepared by a method, comprising: a) preparing a cake batter by mixing cake batter ingredients, said ingredients comprising non-phospholipase treated egg lecithin and phospholipase, and b) baking the cake batter to make the cake.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2007Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: PURATOS N.V.Inventors: Ingrid Van Haesendonck, Beate Andrea Kornbrust
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Patent number: 9717256Abstract: A poultry chiller includes a tank and an auger rotatably held in the tank. The auger includes a first auger section and a second auger section. The first auger section includes a first auger shaft and a first auger flight. The first auger flight includes a first helical portion on the first auger shaft and a first flight extension that extends away from the first helical portion. The second auger section includes a second auger shaft coupled to the first auger shaft and a second auger flight. The second auger flight includes a second helical portion on the second auger shaft and a second flight extension that extends away from the second helical portion. The chiller includes a hanger bearing assembly between the first and second auger sections and extending to an upper portion of the tank.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2016Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Morris & Associates, Inc.Inventor: John P. Shell
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Patent number: 9717257Abstract: A system for processing a carcass or carcass part of a porcine, bovine, ovine, or caprine slaughter animal involves a plurality of processing steps. The system includes a primary transport system that includes an overhead conveyor and a plurality of carriers for holding a carcass or carcass part, a plurality of processing stations, which processing stations are arranged along the track, each of the processing stations being adapted to carry out one or more processing steps on a carcass or carcass part, wherein in at least one processing station a step of removing a part of the carcass or carcass part is carried out, a secondary transport system, which secondary transport system is arranged adjacent to the processing station in which said part is removed from the carcass or carcass part, which secondary transport system is adapted to receive said part.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: MAREL MEAT PROCESSING B.V.Inventors: Franciscus Theodorus Henricus Johannes Van Der Steen, Adrianus Josephes Van Den Nieuwelaar, Jan Johannes Meerdink, Cornelis Joannes Janssen
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Patent number: 9717258Abstract: The pumping system includes a pipe section having a uniform inside diameter, and a production water piping circuit connected to branch pipes on the upstream and downstream ends of the pipe section, forming a loop with the pipe section. The production water circuit comprises a pump and valves for pumping production water into the pipe section through the inlet branch pipe and out through the outlet branch pipe. There is also provided a method for pumping upload water and fish along the pipe section, comprising the steps of drawing production water out of the pipe section through the downstream end of the pipe section, and simultaneously inducing a flow of upload water and fish through the pipe section. The method also includes the step of pumping production water into an upstream end of the pipe section and causing a flow of upload water and fish along the pipe section.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: COOKE AQUACULTURE INC.Inventor: David W. Falkjar
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Patent number: 9717259Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing preformed peeled packed sausages, comprising the steps of subsequently: A) heating an encased sausage; B) peeling a casing from the sausage at higher surface temperatures; and C) packing the peeled sausage. The invention also relates to a production device for producing preformed peeled packed sausages with such a method.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2010Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: MAREL MEAT PROCESSING INC.Inventors: Benjamin P. Huisinga, Jos J. Kobussen, Robert W. Damstetter, Adrianus Josephes Van De Nieuwelaar, Marcus Bernard Hubert Bontjer
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Patent number: 9717260Abstract: A kitchenware apparatus and container for producing fermented vegetables, such as sauerkraut, comprising a screw top or Mason jar, a threaded jar lid with moat and an oblong top slot opening, an inverted cup that fits within the moat, a plunger sized to fit within the neck of the jar and having a keyed handle that extends up through the slot in the lid, and a compression spring. The lid moat and inverted cup comprise an airlock or one way valve that allows fermentation gases to escape but prevents outside air from entering. The screw lid, spring and plunger comprise a press that compresses the fermenting vegetables to press juice from the vegetables and to hold the vegetables under the liquid surface to prevent mold or other spoilage and to prevent browning.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2013Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: Karen Wang Diggs, Eric A. Klein
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Patent number: 9717261Abstract: Provided are roasted coffee beans useful for producing a coffee beverage having rich body and taste and suppressed in unpleasant taste. The roasted coffee beans of the present invention have an L value of 10 to 20, a content weight ratio [(B)/(A)] of hydroxyhydroquinone (B) to hydroquinone (A) of 3.5 or less, and a content of chlorogenic acids (C) of 0.3 to 1.5 g relative to 100 g of the roasted coffee beans.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: KAO CORPORATIONInventor: Tatsuya Kusaura
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Patent number: 9717262Abstract: A confectionery processing machine has a hopper attached to a dispensing unit. The dispensing unit comprises a plurality of co-operating piston and nozzles. The hopper is arranged to supply an edible material to the plurality of co-operating piston and nozzles. The dispensing unit is arranged in order to dispense the edible material from the plurality of co-operating piston and nozzles. The confectionery processing machine is improved by providing the hopper with at least two separate compartments. Here, each compartment separately provides edible material to a portion of the plurality of pistons. Consequently, a more flexible confectionery processing machine is provided because all the plurality of piston and nozzles are not provided from the same compartment.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: CADBURY UK LIMITEDInventors: Emma Mcleod, Bernard Rocklage
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Patent number: 9717263Abstract: The cake making implement may be used to simultaneously smooth icing on a top surface and a side surface of a cake. The cake making implement may include a top smoother and a side smoother. The top smoother may be adapted to smooth the top surface of the cake. The side smoother may be adapted to smooth the side surface of the cake up to the top surface.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2015Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventor: Arlette Novelli
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Patent number: 9717264Abstract: An individual frozen drink dispenser includes a housing having a base configured to support a blender cup, a pod support disposed above the blender cup and configured to support a pod containing frozen ingredients suitable for preparing a frozen drink, a dispense plunger coupled to the housing and configured to move from a pre-dispense position to a dispense position in which the dispense plunger pushes the frozen ingredients from the pod into the blender cup, and a drive mechanism coupled to the housing and configured to drive the movement of the dispense plunger from the pre-dispense position to the dispense position. A method of preparing a frozen drink is further disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Island Oasis Frozen Cocktail Co., Inc.Inventor: John Michael Herbert
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Patent number: 9717265Abstract: A rumen-protected carotenoid animal feed product is described that is free-flowing, resistant to ruminal degradation and effective at raising the carotenoid level in milk produced by the animal.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2011Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: KEMIN INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Zhiyong Duan, Yongcai Liu, Dong Chen, Ye Lao
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Patent number: 9717266Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-layered drink in which the adjacent layers have a difference in density of 0.4 to 10 kg/m3 and each layer contains at least one hydrocolloid.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2009Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: RUDOLF WILD GMBH & CO. KGInventors: Hans-Peter Wild, Dominique Chatard, Robert Sattler, Katrin Schütz