Patents Issued in June 7, 2018
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Publication number: 20180154183Abstract: Normal tissue complications limit curative broadbeam radiotherapy to tumors including lung cancer. Radiation retinitis causing blindness limits quality of life and long term survival for patients with ocular melanoma. This invention pertains to alternative, normal tissue sparing 100 to 1,000 Gy microbeam radiations with least normal tissue complications and concomitant radio-immunotherapy by innate immune response of epidermis and dermis to low dose radiation with 50 kV X-rays. Total body skin radiation with former airport passenger screening machines with 50 kV X-ray is disclosed. Microbeams are generated without contaminating scatter and neutron radiations from collinear gamma ray and electron beam produced by inverse Compton interaction with high energy laser and electron beam and from proton and carbon ion beams in tissue equivalent cylindrical collimators.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Velayudhan Sahadevan
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Publication number: 20180154184Abstract: An application of a high-intensity focused ultrasound system to treatment of essential hypertension. A treatment process includes: conducting ultrasonic positioning measurement on both sides of perirenal fat tissue of a patient, setting a therapeutic window and parameters of the system, and setting corresponding power parameter of the system, so as to make local temperature of the tissue during treatment reach 40-70° C., wherein treatment portions are both sides, and treatment scope is one third to all of the whole tissue; starting the system to treat one side of the tissue according to the set parameters and then the other. By treating a secondary center for regulating the activity of a whole-body sympathetic system, the activity of the whole-body sympathetic system can be reduced, so that the blood pressure level of the patient can be reduced, and fewer kinds and smaller dosage of antihypertensive drugs can be taken or ceased.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: NANJING KHONS MEDTECH CO., LTD.Inventors: Xiangqing KONG, Younian KONG
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Publication number: 20180154185Abstract: A high-intensity focused ultrasound is configured such that a disposable separable cartridge is attached to and detached from the ultrasound device, so that a practitioner, i.e. a doctor, can obtain coordinates of a skin tissue of a subject using a scanner of an ultrasonic transducer and locate an accurate procedure point in real time. A procedure can be performed on the accurate procedure point of the skin tissue without repeated procedures.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2015Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: You In KIM
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Publication number: 20180154186Abstract: A histotripsy therapy system configured for the treatment of brain tissue is provided, which may include any number of features. In one embodiment, the system includes an ultrasound therapy transducer, a drainage catheter, and a plurality of piezoelectric sensors disposed in the drainage catheter. The ultrasound therapy is configured to transmit ultrasound pulses into the brain to generate cavitation that liquefies a target tissue in the brain. The drainage catheter is configured to detect the ultrasound pulses. An aberration correction algorithm can be executed by the system based on the ultrasound pulses measured by the drainage catheter to automatically correct for an aberration effect caused by the ultrasound pulses passing through a skullcap of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Zhen XU, Jonathan SUKOVICH, Aditya S. PANDEY, Charles A. CAIN, Hitinder S. GURM
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Publication number: 20180154187Abstract: Methods for treating a human patient having a subarachnoid hematoma, such as to prevent cerebral vasospasm or to reduce the severity of cerebral vasospasm in the patient, and associated devices, systems, and methods are disclosed herein. In a particular embodiment, a thrombolytic agent is introduced extravascularly into a subarachnoid region including the hematoma. A headset configured for hands-free delivery of transcranial ultrasound energy is connected to the patient and used to deliver ultrasound energy to the subarachnoid region to enhance the thrombolytic effect of the thrombolytic agent. The type and/or dosage of the thrombolytic agent can be selected based on the enhanced thrombolytic effect. For example, the enhanced thrombolytic effect can allow the therapeutically effective use of less aggressive thrombolytic agents and/or lower dosages of thrombolytic agents. In some cases, this can reduce the clinical probability of additional cerebral hemorrhage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: David W. Newell
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Publication number: 20180154188Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for treating connective tissue. The method and apparatus includes elongating connective tissue including septa and/or fascia to achieve a lasting improvement (e.g., a long term, durable and/or substantially irreversible treatment of the connective tissue) to improve the appearance of cellulite.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Gregory B. Altshuler, Henry H. Zenzie, Christopher Gaal, Richard Cohen
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Publication number: 20180154189Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising (i) one or more alkoxysilanes, and (ii) one or more starches modified with an acid or an acid derivative. The invention also relates to a cosmetic process for treating keratin materials with this composition, and also to the use of this composition for caring for and/or shaping keratin materials.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Claire BOURDIN, Isabelle LEGUILLOU
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Publication number: 20180154190Abstract: A rope self-locking descender has a first flange, a cam movable with respect to the first flange successively between a first position, a clamping position of the rope and a running position of the rope in the first flange, a handle movable with respect to the first flange successively between a stowing position, a first position of use clamping the rope and a running position of the rope. A first spring is connected to the first flange and to the handle to return the handle to the stowing position. The cam is mechanically connected to the handle in intermittent manner so that movement of the cam from the first position to its clamping position of the rope results in movement of the handle from its stowing position to the first position of use. The handle is not mechanically connected to the cam between the first position and a running position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: ZEDELInventors: Pierre-Olivier CHABOD, Christophe QUILLARD
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Publication number: 20180154191Abstract: Gas mixture used for ventilation of passengers and crew in emergency situations. Depending on the density altitude, it has 7±5% CO2 at 15,000 ft flying altitude increasing to 17±5% CO2 at 30,000 ft flying altitude. The carbon dioxide improves the bioavailability of oxygen in the body. The gas mixture is produced by additive dosage of CO2 to either pure O2 or to a gas mixture having a fraction of N2 and a fraction of O2. The method for ensuring good ventilation in case of loss of cabin pressure, or generally in case of hyperventilation, involves making the gas mixture above available via respiration masks. The use of such a gas mixture also for ensuring good ventilation of people with limited mobility, if such ventilation is required. The prescribed amount of onboard oxygen for aircraft can thus be reduced and flight routes leading directly over high-altitude terrain may be taken.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: NODUS GMBHInventor: Marc STUDER
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Publication number: 20180154192Abstract: A portable chemical oxygen generator for delivering oxygen to a patient is described. The generator includes a housing containing a reaction chamber. Within the reaction chamber is a quantity of a peroxide adduct. A valve is provided with a lower portion of the valve in fluid communication with the reaction chamber. An upper portion of the valve is in fluid communication with a reservoir that holds a quantity of an aqueous solution. An internal chamber is formed within the valve by releasable seals that separate the internal chamber from the upper portion of the valve and a lower portion of the valve. The internal chamber holds a quantity of a peroxide-decomposing catalyst. The generator also includes a valve actuator. Operation of the valve actuator releases the seals in the valve and creates a fluid path from the reservoir through the internal chamber into the reaction chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Rapid Oxygen Company Inc.Inventors: Richard P. Imbruce, David Cowan
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Publication number: 20180154193Abstract: A cartridge for a breathing mask is provided with a housing and an adsorption filter section arranged in the housing. The adsorption filter section is provided with one or more carrier media and one or more activated carbon layers with activated carbon particles. The activated carbon particles are immobilized in the activated carbon layers by a fixation agent. A fine filter section is arranged fluidically upstream of the adsorption filter section and separates contaminants from the breathing air. The cartridge has a flow-through connecting element and the breathing mask has a flow-through counter element, wherein the connecting element and the counter element interact to connect the cartridge to the breathing mask. The breathing mask has a shut-off element that fluid-tightly close off the counter element when the cartridge is removed from the counter element.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Joachim Stinzendoerfer, Susanne Lehnert, Christopher Jeblick, Mike Maertz, Steffen Ackermann, Stefan Diersch
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Publication number: 20180154194Abstract: A portable chemical oxygen generator for delivering oxygen to a patient is described. The generator includes a housing containing a reaction chamber. Within the reaction chamber is a quantity of a peroxide adduct. A valve is provided with a lower portion of the valve in fluid communication with the reaction chamber. An upper portion of the valve is in fluid communication with a reservoir that holds a quantity of an aqueous solution. An internal chamber is formed within the valve by releasable seals that separate the internal chamber from the upper portion of the valve and a lower portion of the valve. The internal chamber holds a quantity of a peroxide-decomposing catalyst. The generator also includes a valve actuator. Operation of the valve actuator releases the seals in the valve and creates a fluid path from the reservoir through the internal chamber into the reaction chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Rapid Oxygen Company Inc.Inventors: Richard P. Imbruce, David Cowan
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Publication number: 20180154195Abstract: A personal respiratory protection device (10) comprising an upper panel (18), a central panel (16), and a lower panel (20), the central panel being separated from each of the upper and lower panels by a first and second fold, seam, weld or bond, respectively, such that device is capable of being folded flat for storage along the first and second fold, seam, weld or bond and opened to form a cup-shaped air chamber over the nose and mouth of the wearer when in use, wherein the upper panel has a graspable upper tab, the upper tab (41) being graspable in use to open the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Christopher P. Henderson, Reyad A. Abdulqader, Ciaran G. McMenamin, Audra A. Wilson, John M. Facer
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Publication number: 20180154196Abstract: Harnesses for supporting a person working at height are disclosed. They include a back, leg loops, two forward connection arrangements and a flexible load-bearing member that extends between the connection arrangements, the forward connection arrangements serving to transferring load from the back and the leg loops to the load-bearing member. Each forward connection arrangement includes: a base that is permanently connected to the harness and retention components that can be removably and rigidly connected to the base to removably secure the flexible load-bearing member to the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Christopher Sidney Cowell, Elliot James Tanner
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Publication number: 20180154197Abstract: A shuttle device for a horizontal lifeline (HLL) includes a body portion including a slot configured to bypass an intermediate bracket of the HLL. An attachment shackle is connected with the body portion. The attachment shackle is configured to rotate the body portion under a fall-arrest load such that the slot is positioned away from bearing on a cable of the HLL.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: David Riches
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Publication number: 20180154198Abstract: A dome-based cyclic inert sealing system for an external floating roof tank includes the external floating roof tank, a dome structure, an inert sealing pipeline, and a gas source servo device; wherein the dome structure is formed by a top portion of a tank wall of the external floating roof tank for sealing; the dome structure together with an internal wall of the external floating roof tank, a floating plate and a sealing device form a gas phase space which is isolated from atmosphere, so as to fill the gas phase space with an inert sealing medium; the inert sealing medium is a gas fire-fighting medium used in a suffocation fire-fighting method; the gas source servo device is connected to the gas phase space through the inert sealing pipeline and communicates through a valve for feedback-controlling states of the inert sealing medium in the gas phase space.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Qiangdan Sun
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Publication number: 20180154199Abstract: A method for supplying fire suppressing agent to the interior of a container for an extended duration includes detecting sensor signals indicative of a temperature associated with a container, determining via a controller that the fire suppressing agent should be supplied to the interior of the container based at least in part on the sensor signals, and initiating via the controller expulsion of fire suppressing agent from a chamber containing fire suppressing agent. The method may further include puncturing a surface of the container with a puncture mechanism to provide flow communication between the chamber and the interior of the container to permit supply of fire suppressing agent into the interior of the container at a first time, initiating via the controller expulsion of fire suppressing agent from a second chamber containing fire suppressing agent at a second time after the first time, and supplying fire suppressing agent from the second chamber into the interior of the container.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATIONInventors: James B. POPP, JOSEPH MAY
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Publication number: 20180154200Abstract: The invention relates to methods for producing hydrophobized, doped or non-doped mixed metal oxide nanoparticles or doped metal oxide nanoparticles by flame spray pyrolysis, wherein a combustible precursor solution A, containing at least two metal alkyloates of general formula Me(OOC—R)x with differing metals Me, or a combustible precursor solution B containing at least one metal alkyloate of general formula Me(OOC—R)x and at least one metal salt containing a metal ion Me and at least one metal salt containing a metal ion Me, with Me selected from metal ions of the subgroups of the periodic system of the elements, with R=alkyl or aryl, wherein the alkyl chain is branched or straight, and wherein x corresponds to the oxidation step of the metal ion, is used in stoichiometric excess relative to a quantity of oxygen, and wherein a combustion ratio c of 3.5 bis 0.4 is established, and hydrophobized nanoparticles and the use thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 1, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Technische Universität DresdenInventors: Tim BIEMELT, Julia GROTHE, Stefan KASKEL
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Publication number: 20180154201Abstract: Provided is an energy harvesting device, comprising a first shell having a longitudinal axis, wherein the first shell defines a cavity, and a second shell, wherein the second shell is mechanically connected to the first shell via a flexible cord, wherein the cavity comprises therein a bearing, an electrical generator, and a battery, wherein the bearing is mechanically coupled to a rotor of the electrical generator at a first end and an end of the flexible cord at a second end, such that rotation of the flexible cord about the longitudinal axis rotates at least a portion of the bearing to generate electrical power, and wherein the rotor is in electrical communication with the battery, such that the battery stores at least a portion of the electrical power generated by the electrical generator.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Jessica Osemudiamen Idoni Matthews, Julia Claire Silverman, Victor Angel Mosti, Joel Manalo
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Publication number: 20180154202Abstract: A locomotor training system, including device and methods of use, is provided. The locomotor training device is a simple mechanical device which includes a rigid supporting member coupled to the front-thigh side of a user's proximal lower extremity and a hinged member coupled to the lower extremity distal to the rigid supporting member. Manipulation of the device by an operator, in some cases facilitated by an adjustable handle, facilitates the user's normalization of joint mechanics associated with unimpaired ambulation while providing neuromuscular re-education and muscle strengthening.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Daniel Campbell
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Publication number: 20180154203Abstract: According to the invention, a weight training backpack and related textiles for facilitating the portability of workout equipment are disclosed. The backpack may include a main body that defines a main compartment that may be accessed by a sealing mechanism or an opening. The backpack may also include at least one detachable shoulder strap that is removably coupled to the main body, one or a plurality of support straps coupled externally to the main body, or one or a plurality of hand straps coupled at various positions on the main body of the backpack. The backpack may further include one or a plurality of collapsible weight bladders for insertion into the main compartment, or may accept and securely hold standardized weights. By inserting weight bladders or standardized weights into the main compartment of the backpack, the backpack may be used as a weight training backpack itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Emily Schromm
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Publication number: 20180154204Abstract: Various embodiments related to a recumbent therapeutic and exercise device are provided herein. The recumbent therapeutic and exercise device includes a frame; a hand crank system coupled to the frame, the hand crank system including a hand crank rotatable by a user, wherein the hand crank is movable in a substantially vertical plane closer to and further from a support surface for the frame; and a foot crank system coupled to the frame, the foot crank system including a foot crank rotatable by the user, wherein the foot crank is movable in a substantially horizontal plane relative to the support surface for the fame.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Woodway USA, Inc.Inventors: Douglas G. Bayerlein, Nicholas A. Oblamski, Jose D. Bernal-Ramirez, Daniel D. Wagner
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Publication number: 20180154205Abstract: A treadmill may include a deck, a first pulley disposed in a first portion of the deck, a second pulley disposed in a second portion of the deck, a tread belt surrounding the first pulley and the second pulley, an upright structure connected to the deck, and a pull cable incorporated into the upright structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Scott R. Watterson
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Publication number: 20180154206Abstract: The present invention comprises a user support where the exerciser can sit or lie on, a movement arm connector, a movement arm pivotally attached to the movement arm connector wherein the movement arm comprises a member pivotally attached to be placed on the user's thigh. Further it comprises an axis transformation adjustment, a double pivot axis mechanism to extend muscle movement in various axes. The present invention can be used as a resistant exercise machine and it can also be used as a bicycle wherein the pivot axis is located under the saddle.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Eun Bee Kim
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Publication number: 20180154207Abstract: A treadmill includes an exercise deck. The exercise deck includes a platform, a first pulley incorporated into the platform at a front end, a second pulley incorporated into the platform at a rear end, a tread belt surrounding the first pulley and the second pulley, and a plurality of tilt actuators incorporated into the platform. The treadmill also includes an upright structure. The upright structure includes a console, a tilt controller incorporated into the console in communication with the plurality of tilt actuators, and the tilt controller having a multi-dimensional input mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Ryan Hochstrasser, William T. Dalebout
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Publication number: 20180154208Abstract: A treadmill includes a deck, an incline mechanism attached to the deck, and a lift assist mechanism that offloads a portion of the lifting force from the incline mechanism when the incline mechanism changes an elevation of a portion of the deck.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Wade A. Powell, Dale Alan Buchanan, Christopher J. Salvesen
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Publication number: 20180154209Abstract: A treadmill may include a deck, a first pulley disposed in a first portion of the deck, a second pulley disposed in a second portion of the deck, a tread belt surrounding the first pulley and the second pulley, and a locking mechanism that selectively prevents the tread belt from moving.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Scott R. Watterson
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Publication number: 20180154210Abstract: A joint structure of an endless treadmill belt of a treadmill is provided. The treadmill belt is a sandwich-type laminated rectangular treadmill belt. Two ends of the treadmill belt are cut to form serrations. Two ends of a bottom layer of the treadmill belt are meshed with each other. At least one plastic piece is placed on the joint of the two ends of the bottom layer. The serrations of two ends of a top layer of the treadmill belt are connected with each other in a cross-knitted manner, and the pointed portions of the serrations of the two ends of the top layer are inserted into and covered by the plastic piece and then the two ends of the treadmill belt are joined together by hot melting to form an integral flat joint of the treadmill belt.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Hai-Pin KUO
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Publication number: 20180154211Abstract: A system and method for calibrating an inertial motion sensor attached to an article of sports equipment or to a body segment in accordance with the user's initial orientation and location at the beginning of a sports motion. The sensor captures real-time motion data and the calibrated initial orientation and location provide absolute heading angle and starting position of the equipment or body segment in a spatial frame. Subsequent motion data within the spatial frame can be accurately analyzed so that three dimensional trajectory of the equipment or body segment can be precisely determined and presented in an animated playing environment on devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Diamond Kinetics, Inc.Inventors: William H. Clark, Minmin Zhang, Michael Ressler
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Publication number: 20180154212Abstract: The present invention relates to a watch-type mobile terminal and a method for controlling the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to a watch-type mobile terminal which displays an activity amount, an exercise amount, and the physical age in the daily life of a user; and a method for controlling the same. In order to achieve the objective and other objectives, a watch-type mobile terminal according to one aspect of the present invention, comprises: a display unit; a sensing unit for sensing exercise information of a user and an input signal; and a control unit, wherein the control unit determines, from the exercise information, a first state in which a user is in the middle of daily activities, or a second state in which the user is in the middle of a predefined exercise. In case of the first state, the display unit displays a first indicator which represents a real-time activity amount.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2015Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Mihyun PARK, Mansoo SIN, Woonghee PARK, Youngsok LEE, Gukchan LIM
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Publication number: 20180154213Abstract: An exercise motion tracking assembly, an exercise motion tracking system, and a method of electronically tracking exercise motion are disclosed. In one embodiment, the exercise motion tracking assembly can comprise a base unit comprising a plurality of trigger columns and a tracker comprising a plurality of column ports, a plurality of switching components, and a plurality of sensors. At least one of the plurality of sensors can be activated when the tracker is detachably coupled to the base unit, causing at least one of the plurality of trigger columns to extend through at least one of the plurality of column ports and actuate at least one of the plurality of switching components.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: JENKINS ASIA TECH (SHANGHAI) LIMITEDInventor: Weng Kin CHEN
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Publication number: 20180154214Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring athletic performances include determining “flight time,” e.g., the amount of time both feet are off the ground, and optionally “flight time” resulting from different types of activities, such as jogging, running, sprinting, jumping, etc. “Flight time” may help a player or coach better understand the effort the athlete is putting out, compare efforts of two or more players, gauge the athlete's performance change over time, and/or identify conditioning needs and/or areas for improvement. Such systems and methods also may generate and display various athletic performance metrics, such as: instantaneous flight time; average flight time; cumulative flight time during an athletic performance or other time period; instantaneous jump height; average jump height; cumulative jump height during an athletic performance or other time period; and comparisons of any flight time and/or jump height metric(s) of one player against another player and/or against himself/herself; etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: SantoshKumar Balakrishnan, Robert M. Bruce, Justin Fraga, Paul J. Francis
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Publication number: 20180154215Abstract: A user customized training system according to the present invention includes a sensor module configured to sense a user's motion; a memory in which a program for training is stored; and a processor configured to execute the program stored in the memory, wherein, when the program is executed, the processor acquires coordinates that correspond to the sensed motion, compares the user's motion with pre-stored erroneous motions on the basis of body information generated on the basis of the coordinates, provides a pre-stored set of motion data when a result of the comparison indicates that the user's motion corresponds to an erroneous motion, and, when the sensor module senses a motion of the user corresponding to the set of motion data, provides a training set corresponding to a result of analyzing the sensed motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Electronics and Telecommunications Research InstituteInventors: Moon Wook RYU, Ji Young PARK, Young Hee KIM, Soon Chan PARK, Kwang Hyun SHIM, Jae Ho LEE, Ju Yong CHANG, Hyuk JEONG
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Publication number: 20180154216Abstract: An athlete tracking system and method for tracking an athlete during training sessions, such as swim training. The system includes a mobile tracking device wearable around the athlete's chest, and a training log server for maintaining an athlete profile that includes a training record updatable by the athlete and a training plan supplied by a coach.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Todd Martin
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Publication number: 20180154217Abstract: A device for multidimensional mobilization of lumbar, pelvic, and hip joints with a generally concave upper surface connected to a generally convex lower surface is disclosed, wherein the generally concave upper surface has a recess to cradle a sacrum.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Iana Blinova
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Publication number: 20180154218Abstract: In a golf ball having a core, an outermost layer and an intermediate layer therebetween, the intermediate layer is formed of a thermoplastic resin composition that includes (A) an ionic olefin-methacrylic acid-unsaturated carboxylic acid ester copolymer, (B) a nonionic olefin-acrylic acid copolymer, (C) an organic acid or a metal salt thereof, and (D) a basic inorganic metal compound, and the outermost layer is formed of a thermoplastic resin composition that includes (a) a specific ionic olefin-unsaturated to carboxylic acid copolymer and (h) a specific ionic olefin-unsaturated carboxylic acid-unsaturated carboxylic acid ester copolymer. The ratio (tan ?) between the tensile storage modulus (E?) and the tensile loss modulus (E?) in a dynamic viscoelasticity test on the outermost layer-forming resin composition conducted under specific conditions is not more than 0.150.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Bridgestone Sports Co., Ltd.Inventors: Kae IIZUKA, Takanori TAGO
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Publication number: 20180154219Abstract: In a multi-piece solid golf ball having a two-layer core with an inner core layer and an outer core layer, a cover, and at least one intermediate layer between the core and cover, the inner and outer core layers are formed of different rubber compositions, and the intermediate layer and the cover are formed of different resin compositions. The inner core layer diameter, the hardness relationship between the surface of the outer core layer and the center of the inner core layer, and the material hardness of the intermediate layer fall within specific ranges. Also, within the ball, the intermediate layer-encased sphere has a higher surface hardness than the cover-encased sphere. This golf ball has a larger spin rate-lowering effect on full shots with a driver, resulting in an increased distance, and also has an excellent spin performance on approach shots, thus providing the golfer with a competitive advantage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Bridgestone Sports Co., Ltd.Inventors: Hideo WATANABE, Tsuyoshi NAKAJIMA
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Publication number: 20180154220Abstract: A sports ball comprises a plurality of interlocking panels covered by an outer layer. Each of the interlocking panels includes a plurality of recesses. The outer layer includes a plurality of distinct surface irregularities, each of the surface irregularities aligned with one of the plurality of recesses.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Derek Campbell
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Publication number: 20180154221Abstract: A ball for a sporting event is provided that includes an outer layer, an inner layer and a circuit coupled to the outer layer or the inner layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Prova Group, Inc.Inventor: Haroon I. Alvi
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Publication number: 20180154222Abstract: An automated objective American-football evaluation system may include an American-style football, at least one sensor carried by the football, and electronics. The electronics arranged to: (a) receive strings of sensor signals from the at least one sensor, wherein the characteristic of the throw of the football determined by the electronics; and (b) output throw quality. The throw quality is based upon a combination of at least two throw characteristic determined based upon the received string of sensor signals associated with a throw of the football. The at least two throw characteristics are selected from a group of throw characteristics consisting of: velocity; spin rate; time-of-flight; angle of attack; release angle; cone angle; nutation angle; spiral efficiency; and spiral decay.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Robert T. Thurman, Kevin L. Krysiak, Daniel E. Hare, Frank Garrett, JR., David Betzold, David J. Proeber
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Publication number: 20180154223Abstract: A customizable lacrosse head and a method of customizing a lacrosse head are provided. The head includes a head frame having opposed sidewalls extending between a throat and a scoop, each sidewall being capable of customization through machining, cutting, dying, or the like. In some embodiments, the sidewalls include one or more curved and/or angled portion, at least part of such portion being customizable. In some embodiments, the method of customizing the head includes deforming the head frame around a machining block prior to cutting and/or machining the deformed head frame. In some embodiments, the method of customizing the head includes using a press to dye one or more portion of the head frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Thomas Patrick McKee
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Publication number: 20180154224Abstract: A golf club head including a crown defining the top surface of the club head and including a crown portion, a crown recess region formed in the crown portion and defined by a crown ledge and a bonding wall, and a crown insert disposed at least partially within the crown recess region. The size and uniformity of the junction between the crown insert and the bonding wall may be determined by measuring the dimensions of the junction at critical points on the club head.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Mattieu BOVEE, Brian BAZZEL, Todd BEACH, Stephen KRAUS
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Publication number: 20180154225Abstract: A golf club head including a crown, a sole, a hosel, a face and a flexure. The flexure provides compliance during an impact between the golf club head and a golf ball, and is tuned to vibrate, immediately after impact, at a predetermined frequency. A slot is included in a portion of the golf club head and works with the flexure to further tune performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Acushnet CompanyInventors: Nick Frame, Uday V. Deshmukh, Thomas Orrin Bennett, David S. Cornelius, Darryl C. Galvan, Mark C. Myrhum
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Publication number: 20180154226Abstract: Embodiments of golf club heads with variable face geometry and material properties are described herein. Various embodiments include a golf club head comprising a body configured to receive a faceplate from a set of faceplates. The body comprises a heel region, a toe region opposite the heel region, a sole, and a crown. The faceplate is from the set of faceplates and coupled to the body. The set of faceplates comprises a heel region, a toe region, a top portion, and a bottom portion, and further comprises at least one of a varying hardness profile or a varying thickness profile. Other examples and related methods are also disclosed herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Travis Milleman, Matthew Simone, Evan Greer
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Publication number: 20180154227Abstract: Attachment of an interchangeable grip sleeve particularly suited for golf requires three basic securing movements. In the first movement, the grip is situated and secured into place on the shaft by fastening toe components at the lower, distal portion of the grip onto the shaft using an insertion tool. In the second movement, heel components of the grip are positioned onto the shaft, by either rotational torque or downward pressure, optionally using a tightening tool, which results in securing the upper, proximal portion of the grip onto the shaft. In the third movement, once both heel and toe embodiments of the grip have been fastened to the shaft, the internal core diameter of the grip is decreased in order to secure the grip to the shaft, such as by rotating or twisting the entire grip body, wherein an internal mechanism maintains the grip body in the torqued or twisted position, thereby preventing the grip body from rotating back.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Ready Grip Technologies, LLCInventors: David Barker, Jean-Paul Baudet
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Publication number: 20180154228Abstract: This invention discloses a golf accessory (10) in the general configuration of a golf tee-off pad comprising a generally horizontal platform (12) adapted to be positioned on a golf tee or the grass thereof, the platform (12) containing a plurality of spaced apart golf tee-off positions (16) rectilinearly arranged relative to one another along one common longitudinal axis (y-y), the golf accessory (10) being characterized in that the plurality of spaced apart golf tee-off positions (16) are equidistantly spaced apart along the longitudinal axis (y-y), which axis (y-y) runs parallel relative to a lengthwise axis (z-z) of the platform. The invention extends to a method of teaching golf swing skills utilizing the claimed accessory (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Jacques LOUWRENS
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Publication number: 20180154229Abstract: A bat composed of composite materials is disclosed. Multiple layers of composite material is wound, weaved or interlaced around a mandrel to create a tubular structure composed of composite material. The tubular structure is cured and the mandrel is removed, leaving a hollow tubular structure. A composite material insert is inserted to the tip of the tubular structure, to seal the tubular structure. The knob portion of the structure is likewise sealed. The tubular structure is wrapped with fibrous material, such that the fibrous material encompasses the knob, body and tip of the structure. The resulting structure is a bat wherein the knob of the bat transitions to the barrel of the bat and the barrel of the bat transitions seamlessly to the tip of the bat, to create a continuous composite structure. This solid structure is then injection molded, with a solid bat tip and knob in place.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Christopher Osborne
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Publication number: 20180154230Abstract: A golf club set includes a plurality of golf clubs having different loft angles. The plurality of golf clubs have the same lie angle. Each loft angle difference between two golf clubs that are adjacent in a loft angle order is the same. Each club length difference between two golf clubs that are adjacent in the loft angle order is 0.125 inches (3.175 mm) (inclusive) to 0.375 inches (9.525 mm) (inclusive). A loft angle of a golf club having a minimum frequency is smaller than a loft angle of a golf club having a maximum frequency. A difference between the minimum frequency and the maximum frequency is not less than 40 cpm.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: BRIDGESTONE SPORTS CO., LTD.Inventor: Wataru BAN
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Publication number: 20180154231Abstract: Disclosed is a golf putter grip having proximal and distal ends, the distal end being open and the proximal end being closed, and including a bore therethrough for installation of a golf putter. The putter grip of the present invention further comprises a main grip area having a left surface, a right surface, a forward facing surface, and a rear facing surface arranged in a trapezoidal shape resulting in two vertex lines running longitudinally along the front of the main grip area, and two vertex lines running longitudinally along the rear of the main grip area. The rear facing surface of the main grip area is parallel to the forward facing surface of the main grip area.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Bernerd Garsen
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Publication number: 20180154232Abstract: The present invention overcomes deficiencies of existing line-calling devices by leveraging a single fixed-location camera to identify object state conditions that resolve object-tracking problems that otherwise require multi-camera or moving-camera solutions. Though described in the context of an automated tennis line-calling device, the invention is equally applicable to other object-tracking problems that can be resolved by identifying object state conditions without employing moving or multiple cameras. The tennis line-calling device is attached to (or at least located in proximity to) the net post of a tennis court, thereby enabling a “close-up” view of both static (court lines) and moving (ball, players, etc.) objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Gregoire Alexandre Gentil