Patents Issued in September 17, 2019
  • Patent number: 10413810
    Abstract: A Rubik's cube includes a plurality of blocks. Each block is spliced from a splicing piece, a central shell and a mounting base, splicing piece is mounted at top of central shell, mounting base is mounted at bottom of central shell; an outer side of central shell forms a friction surface; central shell is provided with a first mating portion, splicing piece is provided with a second mating portion fixedly connected to first mating portion by snap-fitting; bottom of central shell is provided with a third mating portion, mounting base is provided with a fourth mating portion fixedly connected to third mating portion by snap-fitting; a color piece is mounted on splicing piece, an outer side of color piece forms an exhibition surface, color piece is provided with a fifth mating portion, splicing piece is provided with a sixth mating portion fixedly connected to fifth mating portion by snap-fitting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: GUANGZHOU GANYUAN INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Ganyuan Jiang
  • Patent number: 10413811
    Abstract: A mop head that attached to a mop handle with a number of functional parts. A padded cloth added to give more padding to the back of the mop head, a wrap that prevents scratching of the floor by wrapping around and covering the plastic or metal parts of a mop handle, two pieces of Velcro that secure wrap closed, a narrow mesh stitched to the bottom edge to strengthen bottom edge, a wide mesh that scrapes off tough dirt from floor and a flap that fits inside the mechanism of a mop handle. The mechanism receives and holds the mop head securely to the mop handle and a bottom mopping section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Josephine Amatucci
  • Patent number: 10413812
    Abstract: An operation information measurement apparatus having a detection unit for detecting information corresponding to a motion of a user includes: an operation information measurement unit that measures operation information of the user based on the information detected by the detection unit; a communication unit for performing near-field wireless communication with another operation information measurement apparatus; a determination unit that, based on a communication record of the communication unit, determines an interaction period in which the user and another user were active at the same location; and a transfer unit that transfers information relating to the interaction period determined by the determination unit to a game control unit that controls a parameter of an electronic game according to at least whether or not the interaction period exists.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: OMRON HEALTHCARE CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Takehiro Hamaguchi, Yumi Kitamura
  • Patent number: 10413813
    Abstract: A gaming system employs bioinformatics to improve gamer performance and enhance the gaming experience. The gaming system monitors biometrics of gamers using gaming accessories having sensors coupled to the gaming accessories (e.g., a mouse with pulse sensor). Biometrics can be used to assess a crisis or panic reaction of the gamer. The system can also assess the state of the game in real time via API feedback, and coach the player on how best to regain control. The system can also predict a gamer's loss of control by monitoring hardware statistics associated with the game, combined with gaming feedback and biometric data, and can determine how best to coach the player to correct problems. Predictive models can be used to predict a gamer's panic attack or loss of control before it occurs. When a crisis occurs, the system can automatically contact the gamer's teammates to assist the gamer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: STEELSERIES ApS
    Inventors: Kim Rom, Francis Arnold Grever, Jeffrey Nicholas Mahlmeister, Jacob Wolff-Petersen, Bruce Hawver, Tino Soelberg, Christopher John Nicolella
  • Patent number: 10413814
    Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus including a touch sensitive user interface and a processor. The processor is configured to detect a first contact at a first position on the user interface, determine a movement of the first contact from the first position and if the movement is less than a predetermined movement threshold, when a release of the first contact is detected, move a first object on the user interface from an initial position on the user interface to an area at or near the first position. If the movement is greater than the predetermined movement threshold to identify a second position corresponding to an area near an end point of the movement and when the release of the first contact is detected, execute an action on the second position from the first object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: SUPERCELL OY
    Inventors: Touko Tahkokallio, Jonne Loikkanen, Jon Franzas
  • Patent number: 10413815
    Abstract: A foldable cockpit system has upper and lower control interfaces thereon connected to computers, game consoles and similar devices in a wired/wireless manner. The foldable cockpit system is used for gaming, entertainment, and simulation purposes, and is connected to swivel chairs and occupies no space thanks to the foldable nature thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Alper Ergen
  • Patent number: 10413816
    Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a spectator enhancement system which may comprise a garment including one or more actuators configured to produce an effect comprising at least one of vibration, percussion, temperature, and pressure, and a first communications circuit configured for wireless communication with a first external device. The system may also include at least one of a control circuit or processor configured to control the one or more actuators and the first communications circuit, and a power source configured to supply power to at least one or more of the one or more actuators, the first communications circuit, and the control circuit. The processor may be configured to control the one or more actuators to produce the effect upon processing tactile experience information received from the first external device; and the effect is configured to cause tactile stimulation on the body of an individual wearing the garment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: WEARABLE EXPERIMENTS LLC
    Inventors: Benjamin James Moir, Billie Josephine Whitehouse
  • Patent number: 10413817
    Abstract: A haptic-enabled device, comprising a haptic actuator, an energy storage device configured to provide energy to the haptic actuator, and a control unit communicatively coupled to the haptic actuator is presented. The control unit may be configured to determine an energy availability level for the haptic-enabled device. The determination is based on an energy level of the energy storage device or an energy usage rate thereof. The control unit may further be configured to determine an energy conservation setting for the haptic-enabled device based on at least one of (i) the energy availability level, and (ii) an input received by the haptic-enabled device for controlling the energy conservation setting. The control unit may be configured to determine, based on the energy conservation setting, whether to generate the haptic effect in a braking mode or in a non-braking mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: IMMERSION CORPORATION
    Inventors: William S. Rihn, Erin Ramsay
  • Patent number: 10413818
    Abstract: A processing device is described storing instructions defining a first application and a second application. Engagement of the second application by a user is effective to generate one or more rewards for use in the first application. The processing device further stores instructions separate from the second application defining a monitoring module and a reward generating module. The monitoring module is operable to determine a measure of an engagement of the second application by the user. The reward generating module is operable to calculate one or more rewards in dependence upon the determined measure of engagement and to make the calculated one or more rewards available for use in the first application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Outfit7 Limited
    Inventors: Samo Login, John Stephen Rankin
  • Patent number: 10413819
    Abstract: A game distribution platform includes a game submission interface through which a developer can submit a game. In some embodiments, when a developer submits a game using a game submission interface, the game distribution platform generates a loader for the game. The loader, when downloaded by a gaming device of a user, enables the gaming device to load the game from the platform, and to access player profiles that include game progress data. The loader may be distributed via one or more game portals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Amazon Technolobies, Inc.
    Inventors: Isaac J. Shepard, Patrick G. McCuller, Ameesh Paleja
  • Patent number: 10413820
    Abstract: This disclosure generally relates to systems and methods to provide interaction messages related to in-game activities and events within a computer-implemented multiplayer online game environment. In an example embodiment, potential interactions for a user's social connections are determined, and interaction messages detailing the potential interactions are generated and displayed for the user's social connections. In response to user activity with the interaction messages, various in-game events may be performed. In a further example, the interaction messages are provided and displayed directly through a “friendship” or “neighbor” bar providing a listing of in-game social connections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Zynga Inc.
    Inventors: Scott G. Miller, Joseph Lopez, Janus Anderson, Sara Nelson, Hernan Alamo, Matthew Daniel Klepac
  • Patent number: 10413821
    Abstract: Joystick display data is generated for display on a touch screen of an electronic device. The joystick display data creates a visual representation of a virtual joystick when displayed on the touch screen. Touch data from the touch screen is processed to determine when the touch data indicates user interaction with the virtual joystick. When the touch data indicates user interaction with the virtual joystick, the joystick display data is adjusted to reflect the user interaction with the virtual joystick, based on the touch data, and joystick data is generated based on the user interaction with the virtual joystick. The display of at least one other element on the touch screen can be adjusted based on the joystick data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventors: John W. Howard, Brian G. Howard, Jeremy R. Howa
  • Patent number: 10413822
    Abstract: A game machine includes a first operation acceptor, a register, a second operation acceptor, an output controller, and an evaluator. The first operation acceptor is configured to accept a first operation in an editing mode. The register is configured to register a display position of a reference indicator over a display screen. The second operation acceptor is configured to accept a second operation in a play mode different from the editing mode. The output controller is configured to display the reference indicator at the display position, registered by the register, over the display screen, and to move a movement object toward the reference indicator at the display position over the display screen. The evaluator is configured to evaluate the second operation based at least in part on a first timing that the movement object reaches the reference indicator and a second timing that the second operation is performed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Tahei Katagai, Hitomi Kitamura
  • Patent number: 10413823
    Abstract: An upgrade interface configured for upgrading a virtual item is provided. The upgrade interface receives selection by the user that results in incrementing and/or de-incrementing the current item level. Display panels are provided with individual display panels corresponding to individual levels of the virtual item. The individual display panels may have an active state and an inactive state. In some implementations, only one of the display panels may be in the active state at a given time such that responsive to one of the display panels in the inactive state being selected the selected display panel enters the active state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.
    Inventors: Priyanka Godbole, Sam Lu
  • Patent number: 10413824
    Abstract: Electronic devices can facilitate collective and accurate scorekeeping. A first electronic mobile device can communicate (directly or indirectly) with a second electronic mobile device. Respective users can use the devices to identify when and/or how a score is to be adjusted. The input can be processed at a mobile device or central server to determine whether and/or how to adjust a score. Score adjustment can depend on whether any other input includes inconsistent information. The score adjustments can be pushed to one or more mobile devices. In this manner, all mobile devices can display a consistent and current score.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventor: Prashanth Ramachandran
  • Patent number: 10413825
    Abstract: Disclosed are methods and apparatus for triggering (i.e., initiating, launching, or running) a software application (e.g., an interactive game application) or other computer program or application on a user device (e.g., a computer, etc.) based on multimedia content being provided to (e.g., displayed on) a different user device (e.g., a different computer, a television, etc.). The methods may comprise displaying, using a first device, multimedia content. A multimedia-analysis process may then be performed to determine an attribute of the multimedia content being displayed. These attributes may be used to acquire (e.g., select or produce) a software application comprising one or more elements that relate to the multimedia content. The software application may then be launched (i.e., triggered, initiated, or run) on a second device, the second device being different from the first device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Google Technology Holdings LLC
    Inventors: Jehan Wickramasuriya, Venugopal Vasudevan, Joseph F. Wodka
  • Patent number: 10413826
    Abstract: An information processing apparatus displays an image on a display, directly communicates wirelessly with another information processing apparatus, and also receives a plurality of operation input data from a plurality of operation devices. Then, the information processing apparatus performs game processing for a communication game based on the plurality of operation input data and received information, and based on the game processing, generates, by screen splitting, game images including images on which operations on the plurality of respective operation devices are reflected, and causes the game images to be displayed on the display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: NINTENDO CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Yusuke Shiraiwa, Keisuke Iba, Mifune Hayata, Hideaki Nishihara, Chiharu Takabayashi
  • Patent number: 10413827
    Abstract: An online gaming system for adjusting game content presented to users in an online game. The system may adjust content based on mood profiles determined for the individual users. The system may comprise one or more processors configured to execute computer program modules. The system may include a game module configured to execute an instance of an online game and to implement the instance of the online game to facilitate participation of users in the online game. The system may include a biometrics module configured to obtain biometric characteristic information from user client computing platforms. The system may include a mood module configured to determine mood profiles for the users based on the biometric characteristic information. The system may include a content adjustment module configured to identify and effectuation presentation of content in the online game based on the mood profiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.
    Inventor: Michael C. DeLaet
  • Patent number: 10413828
    Abstract: Incorporating player-generated audio in an electronic game is disclosed. Incorporation may include receiving an audio clip from an electronic game player, applying a modification to the audio clip to generate a chant, associating the chant to the execution of an event in the electronic game, retrieving the chant when the event in the electronic game is executed, and initiating the play of the chant upon execution of the event in the electronic game.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA LLC
    Inventors: Andrew E. Bracken, Kurt B. Kellenberger, Christopher G. Braymen
  • Patent number: 10413829
    Abstract: Systems and methods configured for implementing behavior trees when modifying attribute values of game entities based on physical token detection are presented herein. Behavior and/or action of game entities may be implemented using behavior trees. Individual behavior trees may be implemented for individual game entities and/or groups of game entities defined, at least in part, by individual sets of attribute values. Token detection may cause attribute values of one or more game entity attributes to change. In response to the change in attribute values, a behavior tree being implemented for the game entity may be changed to a different game entity. In this manner, behavioral changes for game entity may be implemented “on-the-fly” as attribute values are modified based on token detection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Disney Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Sandeep Kharkar, Derek Peterson
  • Patent number: 10413830
    Abstract: A method of playing an interactive baseball-related card game, comprising the steps of: dealing each of nine outcome cards to each of the players, wherein each of the outcome cards is based upon the likelihood of a particular event occurring during a plate appearance by a batter; arranging, by each player, each of the outcome cards based upon a predicted outcome of the plate appearance of the batter by that player to create an outcome card lineup, wherein the outcome cards are arranged such that a most likely outcome of the plate appearance of the batter, as predicted by that particular player, is placed at the top of all of the outcome cards in that particular player's outcome card lineup; monitoring the plate appearance of the batter; determining an actual outcome of the plate appearance of the batter; reviewing each of the player's outcome card lineups to determine which player is the winning player for the plate appearance by the batter by determining which player has a correct outcome card that correspon
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Rahul Malik
  • Patent number: 10413831
    Abstract: A game system is provided that is capable of setting appropriate classifications for various musical pieces. This game system provides a music game in which each of musical pieces for which a level of difficulty is set is prepared as a play subject. The game system offers a chance of certification match in which musical pieces are supplied for each rank classification that is set for each musical piece with reference to the level of difficulty. And the game system acquires achievement information related to the clearing rate for each musical piece for each rank classification, such as the play results of certification matches and so on, and, on the basis of these acquired results, changes each rank classification to which each musical piece belongs with reference to this achievement information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Takao Yamamoto, Shota Katagiri
  • Patent number: 10413832
    Abstract: A game control method, game server, and program can increase variations on methods for acquiring items, increase the predictability of acquisition of an item with a high rarity value or the like, and heighten interest in the game. Included are the steps of presenting a communication terminal, connected over a communication line, with acquirable item information that, for each item type, includes a total count and an acquisition count or a non-acquisition count of items when receiving, from the communication terminal, a request to present information related to items acquirable by the communication terminal, determining an item to provide to the communication terminal when receiving an item acquisition request from the communication terminal, and changing the acquirable item information when receiving a reset request from the communication terminal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: GREE, INC.
    Inventors: Tsuyoshi Yoshikawa, Tomohiro Tsukihara, Norikazu Kato, Tomoki Yasuhara
  • Patent number: 10413833
    Abstract: A system enables registration of individual athletes who wish to compete in organized sports leagues or other competitions. Once registered, an athlete presents an identification card which is used by the system to ensure that the athlete is not currently suspended from competition before being permitted to compete in a particular event. The system enables athletes to safely compete in multiple sports or multiple competitions sanctioned by different organizations. The system is capable of maintaining both health-related and performance-related information for each athlete while providing appropriate confidentiality and secure access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Compete Safe, Inc.
    Inventor: John M. Johnson
  • Patent number: 10413834
    Abstract: A control program which may cause a game apparatus to implement: a match execution function for executing a match between a plurality of players; a setting function for setting a first player who wins as a superior player to which a second player who loses is subordinate on the basis of a result of execution of the match and setting a subordination rank of the second player; and a control function for performing control such that at least a part of executable actions are different depending on a setting of the setting function, wherein, in a case where a player is subordinate to the first player, the setting function is implemented to set a subordination rank of the second player on the basis of the subordination rank of the player subordinate to the superior player.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: GREE, Inc.
    Inventor: Junnosuke Nagai
  • Patent number: 10413835
    Abstract: The present invention provides a game system having a communication function that takes into account player operability. A game device on which a mah-jongg game is executed holds registered comment information in which a plurality of registered comments are associated with a predetermined particular state in the mah-jongg game, and when a current game state transitions to the particular state, displays the plurality of registered comments associated with the particular state on a game screen. Delivery information that includes a registered comment selected by a player as a transmission comment is then sent to a server. The server holds a plurality of delivery destination addresses to which the delivery information of the player is to be sent via an open network, and when the delivery information is received from the game device, delivers the delivery information to each delivery destination address pertaining to the player corresponding to the delivery information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Shota Hidaka, Masakazu Shibamiya, Kenichi Yamamoto
  • Patent number: 10413836
    Abstract: A ride system includes a base, a ride vehicle, a platform assembly positioned between the base and the ride vehicle, and an extension mechanism coupled to the platform assembly and positioned between the base and the ride vehicle. The platform assembly includes a first platform, a second platform, and six legs extending between the first platform and the second platform, and the platform assembly is configured to actuate each of the six legs so as to move the first platform relative to the second platform in different configurations based on which of the six legs is actuated. The extension mechanism is configured to extend and contract so as to move the ride vehicle away from and toward, respectively, the base of the ride system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: Steven C. Blum, Steven King
  • Patent number: 10413837
    Abstract: A system of strongly coupled multiple Yo-Yos in series is disclosed in which very string that connects the successive Yo-Yos may be wrapped around Yo-Yos respective axles and therefore can be wound or unwound on both ends at the same time. Accordingly, both ends of the strings and their respective Yo-Yos may move with different speeds and accelerations. Yo-Yos in the system have a modular structure. The system also can be constructed with modular pieces to provide different operating modes when is set in motion. In embodiments, the Yo-Yos may be connected via the return strings. To ensure the Yo-Yo sides remain with equal length during the operation, a regulating mechanism is provided, and a regulating ring to keep the two sides of the return string in proximity, and assuring a long operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Kristi Pance
  • Patent number: 10413838
    Abstract: A chassis structure of a remote control crawler vehicle includes front and rear swing arm assemblies mounted symmetrically on a frame at two sides of a central separation driving box and respectively connected to front and rear bridges of the frame. The front and rear swing arm assemblies are each pivotally connected to the frame by means of a swing arm seat. The swing arm seat is formed with an axle hole extending in a vehicle body direction and having two ends each combined with a bearing for rotatably receiving and supporting a bridge swing arm. An opposite end of each bridge swing arm is mounted to the front and rear bridges so as to form a novel chassis structure of a remote control crawler vehicle. In this way, the front and rear bridges are allows to take up and down swings in a one-axis manner of movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Daimler Chu
  • Patent number: 10413839
    Abstract: A comprehensive solution is provided to transforming locations and retail spaces into high-traffic virtual reality (VR) attractions that provide a VR experience blended with a real-world tactile experience. A grid-based stage and kit of fixed and moveable accessories suitable for a wide variety of commercial venues contain all of the necessary equipment, infrastructure, technology, and content to assemble and operate a tactile, on-site VR attraction. Utilizing a modular set of set design and physical props, the physical structure and layout of the installations are designed to be easily rearranged and adapted to new VR content without requiring extensive construction or specialized expertise.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Unchartedvr Inc.
    Inventors: Kalon Ross Gutierrez, John Joseph Duncan, Douglas Griffin, Richard Schulze
  • Patent number: 10413840
    Abstract: A process directed to acetic acid production comprising providing a feed stream comprising methyl iodide, water, acetic acid, methyl acetate, and at least one PRC to a distillation column comprising a distillation zone and a bottom sump zone and distilling the feed stream at a pressure and a temperature sufficient to produce an overhead stream comprising methyl iodide and at least one PRC, and a residuum stream flowing from the bottom sump zone comprising water and greater than or equal to about 0.11 weight percent HI is disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: CELANESE INTERNATIONAL COPORATION
    Inventors: Mark O Scates, Ronald David Shaver, Yaw-Haw Liu
  • Patent number: 10413841
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a column (1) for thermal treatment of fluid mixtures, having a cylindrical, vertical column body (2) which forms a column cavity (3), a plurality of trays (8) mounted with vertical spacing in the column cavity (3), and a support construction (9) which supports at least one of the trays (8) in vertical direction. It is a characteristic feature of the inventive column (1) that the support construction (9) has a plurality of orifices (12) which allow horizontal mass transfer through the support construction (9). The invention further relates to a tray device for such a column and to a thermal separation process between at least one gas ascending within such a column (1) and at least one liquid descending within the column (1).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: BASF SE
    Inventors: Ulrich Hammon, Thomas Walter
  • Patent number: 10413842
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a seawater desalination system which improves energy efficiency by applying a heated cooling water discharged from a nuclear power plant and high-temperature steam generated in a nuclear reactor to seawater desalination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventors: Chang Kun Lee, Hiehil Lee
  • Patent number: 10413843
    Abstract: Raw plant material is mixed with ethanol under pressure to extract essential elements. The resulting crude oil and ethanol with the dissolved essential elements is separated from the raw plant material and filtered to remove particulates, waxes, lipids, fats and dissolved impurities. The ethanol is then evaporated from the resulting mixture of crude oil and ethanol, and the remaining crude oil then undergoes decarboxylation and distillation to obtain the essential elements. The ethanol may be chilled before adding it to the raw plant material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Nextleaf Solutions Ltd.
    Inventors: Ryan Delmoral Ko, Brock Hughes
  • Patent number: 10413844
    Abstract: Compositions useful in liquid-liquid extraction processes for improving the taste of water-soluble surfactants, said composition comprising: from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of water soluble surfactant; from about 10% to about 90%, by weight of the composition, of water; from about 10% to about 90%, by weight of the composition, of extraction solvent; at least 0.01%, by weight of the composition, of undesirable non-polar materials; wherein the extraction solvent is selected from solvents having individual Hansen solubility parameters of a dispersion force component (?D) ranging from about 15 to about 17 (MPa)0.5, a polar component (?P) ranging from 0 to about 9 (MPa)0.5 and a hydrogen bonding component (?H) ranging from 0 to about 11 (MPa)0.5.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
    Inventors: Steven Hamilton Hoke, II, John Christian Haught, Marc Alan Hester, Brian David Clair
  • Patent number: 10413845
    Abstract: In alternative embodiments, provided are industrial processes and methods for extracting or removing cannabinoids, flavonoids and terpenes from plant materials such as trichomes. In alternative embodiments, the cannabinoids, flavonoids and terpenes are extracted or removed from the plant materials using a non-polar, organic solvent, or a mixture of non-polar, organic solvent and polar, organic solvent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: SOCATI TECHNOLOGIES
    Inventors: Mark G. Tegen, Joon Cho, William Rusty Sutterlin
  • Patent number: 10413846
    Abstract: An apparatus for performing liquid chromatography includes a chromatography column, and an insulating member surrounding the chromatography column wherein the insulating member is formed from a vacuum chamber surrounding the chromatography column. Another apparatus for performing liquid chromatography includes a chromatography column, and an insulating member surrounding the chromatography column, wherein the insulating member includes aerogel. Also described is a method of insulating a chromatography column comprising forming a jacket surrounding the chromatography column, and creating a vacuum chamber in an area between the jacket and the chromatography column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Waters Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Edouard S.P. Bouvier, Pamela C. Iraneta, Joseph A. Luongo, Joseph A. Jarrell
  • Patent number: 10413847
    Abstract: An apparatus for collecting mineral particles in a slurry or the tailings is disclosed. The apparatus may take the form of a filter, a conveyor belt or an impeller to be used in a processor to collect mineral particles in the slurry, or in a tailings pond to collect mineral particles in the tailings. The filter, conveyor belt or impeller has a collection area made of or coated with a polymer or a polymer-coated material having a functional group, either anionic or cationic to attach to the mineral particles. Alternatively, the synthetic material has hydrophobic molecules to render the collection area hydrophobic. When the mineral particles in the slurry or tailings are combined with collector molecules, the mineral particles also become hydrophobic. The hydrophobic mineral particles are attracted to the hydrophobic collection area. The filter, conveyor belt and impeller may have a plurality of passage ways in order to increase the contacting surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: CiDRA Corporate Services Inc.
    Inventor: Paul J. Rothman
  • Patent number: 10413848
    Abstract: A scum or floating oil concentration device comprises a scum or floating oil concentration cone (11) and a scum or floating oil conveyor (12). Said scum or floating oil conveyor (12) is arranged above said scum or floating oil concentration cone (11). Said scum or floating oil conveyor (12) comprises a conveying helix (1) rotating around a shaft, a scum or floating oil conveying pipe (2) and a skimmer (3). Said conveying helix (1) is arranged inside said scum or floating oil conveying pipe (2). An opening is arranged on said scum or floating oil conveying pipe (2). Said skimmer (3) is arranged at said opening of said scum or floating oil conveying pipe (2). An inclined separation plate (13) and a scum or floating oil collection and concentration system are further provided in the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Yin Xu
  • Patent number: 10413849
    Abstract: A filter element comprises a hollow cylindrical filter medium body, on the inside of which there is arranged a support frame that is a carrier of at least one installation rib protruding radially inward with respect to the support frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: MANN+HUMMEL GmbH
    Inventors: Andreas Wildermuth, Guenter Jokschas, Oliver Glueck, Marco Faisst
  • Patent number: 10413850
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing post MLO (Material Lift Off) materials from a recycle solvent stream utilize a space efficient design and in a fashion that greatly reduces equipment downtime to maintenance and in a health friendly fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: VEECO PRECISION SURFACE PROCESSING LLC
    Inventors: John Taddei, Paul Vit, Kenji Nulman, Jim Anders
  • Patent number: 10413851
    Abstract: A filter element for filtration of fuel is disclosed. In an embodiment the filter element comprises a first filter stage surrounding at least a majority of an open central volume; a second filter stage disposed within the first stage and surrounding at least a majority of the open central volume; and at least a one hydrophobic filter stage disposed downstream of the second stage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Linda Wolhowe
  • Patent number: 10413852
    Abstract: Filters, filter devices including the filters, and methods of using the filters and filter devices, are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Pall Corporation
    Inventor: Scott Hopkins
  • Patent number: 10413853
    Abstract: The present invention provides a gas-liquid separator with enhanced performance and easy operation, capable of performing gas-liquid separation such as advanced defoaming or degassing, and with a structure that facilitates easy CIP cleaning and disassembly cleaning, allowing it to meet sanitary specifications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: KABUSHIKI KAISHA YOKOTA SEISAKUSHO
    Inventors: Isao Kawamoto, Shinji Kumanaka, Kenji Takahashi
  • Patent number: 10413854
    Abstract: A support structure for an interior volume of a construction of pleated media is operably oriented in the interior volume and structurally supports the media. The support structure can pass directly through an innermost 60% of the interior volume. It can have a void volume not more than 80%. It can be inner liner-free and extend in a non-curved path. It can include a first sheet and second sheet of porous material. At least a first brace construction secures the first sheet and second sheet together and in spaced apart, opposing relation. The support structure can include a pleated construction having pleats extending in a direction non-parallel and angled to the direction of pleats of the pleated filter media. The support structure can be molded spacers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip Edward Johnson, Gregory L. LaVallee, Janelle M. Hampton, Daniel E. Adamek, Jonathan G. Parsons, Richard Osendorf
  • Patent number: 10413855
    Abstract: Air cleaner assemblies, components therefor, and features thereof are described. Also described are methods of assembly and use. In depicted examples, the air cleaner assemblies and components optionally use advantageous housing seal features. Methods of assembly and use are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Donalson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Benny Nelson, Daniel Adamek, David Nelson, Dave Matalamaki
  • Patent number: 10413856
    Abstract: There is provided a stacked body which includes a porous base layer, a porous charged layer, a very fine-fiber layer, and an adsorbent. The base layer is configured with base fiber. The charged layer is configured with charged fiber. The very fine-fiber layer is interposed between the base layer and the charged layer and includes very fine fiber. The adsorbent is held in the very fine fiber and adsorbs a chemical substance. An average fiber diameter of the charged fiber is greater than an average fiber diameter of the very fine fiber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Koji Motomura, Hiroto Sumida, Takahiko Murata
  • Patent number: 10413857
    Abstract: An air cleaner is provided that may include a first air cleaning module having a first fan that generates air flow from a first suction inlet toward a first discharge outlet; a second air cleaning module having a second fan that generates air flow from a second suction inlet toward a second discharge outlet; a dividing plate provided between the first air cleaning module and the second air cleaning module; and a display provided at inside of the dividing plate and in which a light source is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: LG ELECTRONICS INC.
    Inventors: Soohyun Bae, Hyunpil Ha, Soonki Jung, Yeongcheol Mun, Jaekyun Park
  • Patent number: 10413858
    Abstract: A carbon dioxide capture and release method of forming a MOF matrix material including at least one metal-organic-framework crystal that includes at least one metal ion or metal ion cluster coordinated to polydentate organic ligands. The method includes forming a positive moisture swing CO2 host by application of at least a portion of the MOF matrix material to at least a portion of a good, and exposing the good to a feed gas. The method also includes altering the absorption and desorption of CO2 in the CO2 host through a swing absorption/desorption process of moisture content, where an equilibrium pressure of CO2 over the CO2 host is based at least in part on the moisture content. The metal-organic-framework crystal can be UIO-66 including Zr6O4(OH)4(CO2)12 clusters linked by terephthalate acid ligands, and/or Zr6O4(OH)4(CO2)12 clusters linked by amino-terephthalic acid ligands, and/or Zr6O4(OH)4(CO2)12 clusters linked by nitro-terephthalic acid ligands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Bin Mu, Mitchell Armstrong, Allen Wright, Klaus Lackner
  • Patent number: 10413859
    Abstract: A (V)PSA unit for purifying a gas stream by adsorption is provided. The (V)PSA unit comprises, arranged successively in the direction of flow of the feed gas stream, a rotary-structured adsorbent wheel configured so as to drive the gas stream therethrough in an axial manner and allowing the feed gas to dry to a level corresponding to a dew point below ?30 C., and an adsorber with a centripetal radial configuration, comprising a bed of particulate adsorbent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: L'Air Liquide, Société Anonyme pour l'Etude et l'Exploitation des Procédés Georges Claude
    Inventors: Patrick Le Bot, Maxime Perez, Guillaume Rodrigues