公开(公告)号：US08146015B2

公开(公告)日：2012-03-27

申请号：US11068691

申请日：2005-02-28

Applicant: Sridhar Sundararaman ,  Srinivasa Reddy Manda ,  David A. Howell ,  James M. Lyon

Inventor： Sridhar Sundararaman ,  Srinivasa Reddy Manda ,  David A. Howell ,  James M. Lyon

IPC: G06F3/048 ,  G06F3/00

Abstract: The subject invention relates to systems and methods that enable dynamic programming and execution of an electronic communications dialog. In one aspect, a configurable messaging system is provided. The system includes a configuration file to describe interface options of a computerized dialog session, wherein the configuration file specifies interface activities and state transitions between the interface options within the configuration file. A state controller executes the interface options during communications activities with the dialog session. The configuration file can also describe prompt elements to solicit information from users or applications.

公开(公告)号：US08090083B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-03

申请号：US12472137

申请日：2009-05-26

Applicant: David T. Fong ,  David A. Howell

Inventor： David T. Fong ,  David A. Howell

IPC: H04M11/00

CPC classification number: H04M3/5307 ,  H04M3/385 ,  H04M3/42153 ,  H04M3/42204 ,  H04M3/5322 ,  H04M3/53366 ,  H04M3/537 ,  H04M2201/60 ,  H04M2203/205 ,  H04M2203/2072 ,  H04M2203/253 ,  H04M2203/358 ,  H04M2203/4509 ,  H04M2203/4536 ,  H04M2203/6009

Abstract: A system and/or methodology that unifies a telephonic communication component and/or system with a data (e.g., messaging) server component and/or system. The system can facilitate telephonically accessing rich information in the server (e.g., messaging server). This rich information can include email content, calendar content, contacts information, or the like. Moreover, with access to an application programming interface, the invention can add functionality to initiate email communications as well as to accept or cancel meetings. Furthermore, the invention can synchronize messages of disparate formats. By way of example a user can set an “Out of Office” (OOF) status on both an email systems and telephone voicemail system from one location in one action. In another aspect, it will be appreciated that any message or data component can be analyzed, transformed, matched and/or communicated from one system to another (e.g., server to telephone) in accordance with the subject invention.

Abstract translation: 将电话通信组件和/或系统与数据（例如，消息）服务器组件和/或系统统一的系统和/或方法。 该系统可以促进电话访问服务器（例如，消息收发服务器）中的富信息。 这些丰富的信息可以包括电子邮件内容，日历内容，联系人信息等。 此外，通过访问应用程序编程接口，本发明可以添加启动电子邮件通信以及接受或取消会议的功能。 此外，本发明可以同步不同格式的消息。 作为示例，用户可以在一个动作中的一个位置在电子邮件系统和电话语音邮件系统上设置“外出”（OOF）状态。 在另一方面，应当理解，根据本发明，可以将任何消息或数据组件分析，变换，匹配和/或从一个系统传送到另一个系统（例如，服务器到电话）。

公开(公告)号：US20070280434A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-06

申请号：US11445057

申请日：2006-05-31

Applicant: David A. Howell ,  David Milstein ,  Linda Criddle ,  Philip A. Chou

Inventor： David A. Howell ,  David Milstein ,  Linda Criddle ,  Philip A. Chou

IPC: H04M1/64

CPC classification number: H04M3/533 ,  H04M2201/42

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention are directed at software for processing a received voicemail message to provide enhanced features in a voicemail system. In one embodiment, a user interface is provided where a callee may generate events to modify audio attributes of a received voicemail message. When an event to modify the audio attributes of the received voicemail message is received, aspects of the present invention obtain a set of event data that describes input generated by the callee. Then, a media player program is used to modify attributes of the data packets in the voicemail message in accordance with the input received from the callee.

Abstract translation: 本发明的方面涉及用于处理接收的语音邮件消息以在语音邮件系统中提供增强特征的软件。 在一个实施例中，提供了用户界面，其中被叫方可以生成事件来修改所接收的语音邮件消息的音频属性。 当接收到修改接收到的语音邮件消息的音频属性的事件时，本发明的各方面获得描述被叫方产生的输入的一组事件数据。 然后，媒体播放器程序用于根据从被叫方接收到的输入来修改语音邮件消息中的数据分组的属性。

公开(公告)号：US4995158A

公开(公告)日：1991-02-26

申请号：US308271

申请日：1989-02-08

Applicant: David A. Howell ,  Jeffrey E. Hydeman ,  Jeffrey L. Slater ,  Richard J. Bodnar ,  Leonard R. Golick ,  Robert S. Sekera ,  Charles H. Roth, Jr.

Inventor： David A. Howell ,  Jeffrey E. Hydeman ,  Jeffrey L. Slater ,  Richard J. Bodnar ,  Leonard R. Golick ,  Robert S. Sekera ,  Charles H. Roth, Jr.

IPC: B23P19/04 ,  B23P19/06 ,  G21C19/02

CPC classification number: G21C19/02 ,  B23P19/04 ,  B23P19/06 ,  G21C19/207 ,  Y10T29/531 ,  Y10T29/5383

Abstract: Process and apparatus are disclosed for removing and replacing the hold down beams of fluid circulating jet pumps mounted in a nuclear reactor. The disclosed process and apparatus are operable from a position such as the refueling bridge remote from the reactor and while the refueling cavity surrounding the reactor is flooded with moderator fluid.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于移除和替换安装在核反应堆中的流体循环喷射泵的压紧梁的方法和装置。 所公开的方法和装置可以从远离反应堆的加油桥和位于反应器周围的加油腔充满调节剂流体的位置操作。

公开(公告)号：US4675961A

公开(公告)日：1987-06-30

申请号：US617852

申请日：1984-06-06

Applicant: Bruce S. Spofford ,  Lorraine Fucich ,  David A. Howell ,  John D. Nee ,  Richard A. Green

Inventor： Bruce S. Spofford ,  Lorraine Fucich ,  David A. Howell ,  John D. Nee ,  Richard A. Green

IPC: G21C19/20 ,  G21C3/334 ,  B23P23/00 ,  G21C19/00

CPC classification number: G21C3/334 ,  G21Y2002/204 ,  G21Y2002/302 ,  G21Y2002/40 ,  G21Y2002/501 ,  G21Y2004/40 ,  G21Y2004/501 ,  G21Y2004/502 ,  Y02E30/40 ,  Y10T29/4973 ,  Y10T29/49744 ,  Y10T29/49821 ,  Y10T29/4984 ,  Y10T29/5191 ,  Y10T29/531

Abstract: The old split-pin assemblies of the lower guide tube of a nuclear reactor are replaced by new split-pin assemblies in a robotic work station under a pool of water. The work station includes a plurality of robotic tools which are remotely actuable from a robotic command center outside of the pool to position the guide tube precisely for a replacement operation, to fragment the old split-pin assemblies and dispose of the fragments under water, and to install a new split-pin assembly. The lower-guide-tube positioning means has a hydraulic cylinder, also remotely actuable externally to the pool, for rotating the guide tube so that it may be oriented properly to be processed by different tools in succession and also so that both split-pin assemblies in each guide tube may be replaced by the same set of tools.

Abstract translation: 核反应堆的下引导管的旧的分体销组件被在水池下的机器人工作站中的新的分开销组件替换。 工作站包括多个机器人工具，其可以从池外部的机器人指令中心远程地致动，以便准确地定位引导管用于替换操作，以分段旧的分离销组件并将碎片处理在水下，以及 安装新的分针组件。 下引导管定位装置具有液压缸，其也可以在池外部远程地致动，用于旋转引导管，使得其可以被适当地定向以由不同的工具连续地加工，并且还使得两个分离销组件 在每个导管中可以用相同的工具组替换。

公开(公告)号：US11313215B2

公开(公告)日：2022-04-26

申请号：US16220332

申请日：2018-12-14

Applicant: Xiaohua Yi ,  Mark M. Disko ,  Limin Song ,  David A. Howell

Inventor： Xiaohua Yi ,  Mark M. Disko ,  Limin Song ,  David A. Howell

IPC: E21B44/00 ,  E21B43/26 ,  E21B47/16 ,  E21B47/01 ,  E21B43/12 ,  E21B47/13 ,  E21B47/107 ,  G01V1/28 ,  E21B43/11 ,  E21B47/103

Abstract: Provided are methods and systems for monitoring and modifying stimulation operations in a reservoir. In particular, the methods and systems utilize a downhole telemetry system, such as a network of sensors and downhole wireless communication nodes, to monitor various stimulation operations.

公开(公告)号：US20180030812A1

公开(公告)日：2018-02-01

申请号：US15592696

申请日：2017-05-11

Applicant: Jing Ning ,  David A. Howell ,  Scott R. Buechler

Inventor： Jing Ning ,  David A. Howell ,  Scott R. Buechler

IPC: E21B34/10 ,  E21B43/08 ,  E21B34/08

Abstract: In a well related to the production of hydrocarbons, an injection apparatus including: a base pipe including a radial port; an in-flow control device including a flow restriction device and a housing, with the housing being external and concentric of the base pipe. The housing includes a closed end portion and an open, opposite end portion and a housing channel communicating the opposite end portion. The flow restriction device is disposed at an intermediate location along the housing channel and adapted to control a rate of flow along the housing channel. A fluid transmissive screen is concentric of the base pipe and extends from the open, opposite end portion of the housing. A check valve assembly is interposed between the opposite end portion of the housing and a screened space.

公开(公告)号：US09638005B2

公开(公告)日：2017-05-02

申请号：US14264941

申请日：2014-04-29

Applicant: David A. Howell ,  John M. Lynk ,  Bill B. Blatnick

Inventor： David A. Howell ,  John M. Lynk ,  Bill B. Blatnick

IPC: E21B34/14 ,  E21B47/06 ,  E21B43/12

CPC classification number: E21B34/14 ,  E21B43/129 ,  E21B47/06

Abstract: A down-hole tool for pressure testing production tubing within a borehole of a well returning the well to production, includes an anti-rotational device comprising a tubular housing having a first end, a second end, an outer surface, and at least one anti-rotational wing disposed on the outer surface of the tubular housing, radially extendable to engage a radial surface of the borehole to anchor the production tubing thereto; a valve for controlling the flow of down-hole fluids within the production tubing, the valve comprising a first valve member fixedly positioned within the tubular housing of the anti-rotational device and a second valve member positionable between a closed position and an open position; and a reactivation device comprising means for axially engaging an axial surface of the borehole, the reactivation device affixed to the first end of the tubular housing, wherein the production tubing may be pressure tested when the valve is in the closed position.

公开(公告)号：US08842660B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-23

申请号：US11394578

申请日：2006-03-31

Applicant: David Milstein ,  David A Howell ,  Linda Criddle ,  Michael D Malueg ,  Philip Andrew Chou

Inventor： David Milstein ,  David A Howell ,  Linda Criddle ,  Michael D Malueg ,  Philip Andrew Chou

IPC: H04L12/66 ,  H04M1/56 ,  H04M15/06 ,  H04M1/57 ,  H04M3/42

CPC classification number: H04M1/571 ,  H04L12/66 ,  H04M1/575 ,  H04M3/42025

Abstract: A method and system for communicating a variable set of contextual information relating to a conversation over a communication channel is provided. When the contextual information is exchanged, any authorized sending party of the contextual information can change the scope, content, or amount of the contextual information that is transmitted to a next receiving party in a determined communication channel path. Before transmitting the contextual information, a desirable scope of the contextual information may be determined based on the next receiving party, in conjunction with the sending party's rules. The contextual information may be updated by adding new contextual information and/or deleting part of the contextual information which is outside of the scope. No contextual information may be transmitted if the next destination desires no contextual information or does not have capabilities to receive any contextual information.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于在通信信道上传送与会话相关的可变的上下文信息集合的方法和系统。 当上下文信息被交换时，上下文信息的任何授权的发送方可以改变在确定的通信信道路径中发送给下一个接收方的上下文信息的范围，内容或量。 在发送上下文信息之前，可以结合发送方的规则，基于下一个接收方来确定上下文信息的期望范围。 可以通过添加新的上下文信息和/或删除在范围之外的上下文信息的一部分来更新上下文信息。 如果下一个目的地不需要上下文信息或者不具有接收任何上下文信息的能力，则不会发送上下文信息。

公开(公告)号：US20140231083A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-21

申请号：US14347552

申请日：2012-08-23

Applicant: Charles S. Yeh ,  Tracy J. Moffett ,  Ted A. Long ,  Andrey A. Troshko ,  Michael D. Barry ,  Michael T. Hecker ,  David A. Howell ,  Annabel Green ,  Stephen McNamee ,  Rodney S. Royer ,  Robert F. Hodge ,  Peter Olenick ,  Henry Nguyen ,  William Barry Fisher

Inventor： Charles S. Yeh ,  Tracy J. Moffett ,  Ted A. Long ,  Andrey A. Troshko ,  Michael D. Barry ,  Michael T. Hecker ,  David A. Howell ,  Annabel Green ,  Stephen McNamee ,  Rodney S. Royer ,  Robert F. Hodge ,  Peter Olenick ,  Henry Nguyen ,  William Barry Fisher

IPC: E21B43/02

CPC classification number: E21B43/02 ,  E21B43/04 ,  E21B43/08 ,  E21B43/14

Abstract: A sand control device for restricting flow of particles from a subsurface formation into a tubular body within a wellbore, the device being divided into compartments along its length, each compartment comprises a base pipe. The base pipe defines an elongated tubular body having a permeable section and an impermeable section within each compartment, also comprising a first filtering conduit and a second filtering conduit. The filtering conduits are arranged so that the first filtering conduit is adjacent to the non-permeable section of the base pipe, while the second filtering conduit is adjacent to the permeable section of the base pipe.

Abstract translation: 一种用于限制颗粒从地下地层流入井眼内的管状体的砂控制装置，该装置沿其长度被分成隔间，每个隔室包括基管。 基管限定细长的管状体，其具有可渗透部分和每个隔室内的不可渗透部分，还包括第一过滤管道和第二过滤管道。 过滤管道被布置成使得第一过滤管道与基管的不可渗透部分相邻，而第二过滤管道与基管的可渗透部分相邻。