公开(公告)号：US08700529B2

公开(公告)日：2014-04-15

申请号：US11461951

申请日：2006-08-02

Applicant: Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Kevin Sullivan

IPC: G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q20/105 ,  G06Q30/00 ,  G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q40/04

Abstract: A computerized method and system for implementing such method, the method comprising establishing a card payment instrument account for an approved customer and an investment account for the benefit of the approved customer. A rebate is calculated periodically based on credit card usage and the rebate is applied to fund the investment account periodically. The rebate is the only funding of the investment account accomplished through the card payment instrument account.

Abstract translation: 一种用于实现这种方法的计算机化方法和系统，所述方法包括为获得批准的客户的利益建立用于已批准客户的卡支付工具账户和投资账户。 根据信用卡使用情况定期计算回扣，并定期回馈投资账户。 退款是通过卡支付工具账户完成的投资账户的唯一资金。

公开(公告)号：US07947186B2

公开(公告)日：2011-05-24

申请号：US12154389

申请日：2008-05-22

Applicant: Todd W. Soares ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Todd W. Soares ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: B04B3/00 ,  B01D21/26 ,  B01D43/00

CPC classification number: B01D43/00 ,  B01L3/50215 ,  B01L2300/0858 ,  B01L2300/0864 ,  B04B5/0407 ,  B04B7/08

Abstract: A rotor is provided for the centrifugal separation of a composite fluid, such as animal or human blood, into components. An inner surface of the rotor includes at least one hydrophobic area having a first surface energy sufficiently low to provide a flow path for a lower density fluid component to flow to the bottom of a central collection chamber after centrifugal separation. A method of separating a composite fluid into components using such a rotor is also provided. Additionally, a method of manufacturing such a rotor is provided.

Abstract translation: 提供转子用于将复合流体（例如动物或人体血液）离心分离成组分。 转子的内表面包括具有足够低的第一表面能量的至少一个疏水区域，以在离心分离之后提供用于较低密度流体组分流向中心收集室底部的流动路径。 还提供了使用这种转子将复合流体分离成组件的方法。 另外，提供了制造这种转子的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20100292310A1

公开(公告)日：2010-11-18

申请号：US12601508

申请日：2008-05-22

Applicant: Melissa Kelley ,  Amanda Birmingham ,  Jon Karpilow ,  Anastasia Khvorova ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Melissa Kelley ,  Amanda Birmingham ,  Jon Karpilow ,  Anastasia Khvorova ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: A61K31/7088 ,  C07H21/02 ,  C12N15/63 ,  C12N5/10

CPC classification number: C12N15/113 ,  C12N15/111 ,  C12N2310/141 ,  C12N2310/531 ,  C12N2320/30 ,  C12N2330/30 ,  C12Q1/6869

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a non-naturally occurring miRNA having a stem-loop structure comprising a scaffold derived from a first endogenous miRNA (e.g., miR-196a-2 or miR-204), a mature strand derived from a second endogenous miRNA, and a star strand sequence that is at least partially complementary to the mature strand sequence. The present disclosure also provides a non-naturally occurring miRNA having a stem-loop structure comprising a scaffold derived from an endogenous miRNA (e.g., miR-196a-2 or miR-204), a mature strand designed t be at least partially complementary to a target RNA, and a star strand sequence that is at least partially complementary to the mature strand sequence. The methods and compositions of the disclosure may be used to mediate gene silencing via the RNAi pathway.

Abstract translation: 本公开提供了非天然存在的具有茎环结构的miRNA，其包含源自第一内源miRNA（例如，miR-196a-2或miR-204）的支架，源自第二内源miRNA的成熟链，以及 与成熟链序列至少部分互补的星形链序列。 本公开还提供了非天然存在的miRNA，其具有包含源自内源miRNA（例如，miR-196a-2或miR-204）的支架的茎环结构，成熟链被设计为至少部分地与 靶RNA和与成熟链序列至少部分互补的星形链序列。 本公开的方法和组合物可用于通过RNAi途径介导基因沉默。

公开(公告)号：US07831836B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-09

申请号：US11538791

申请日：2006-10-04

Applicant: Robert L Beck ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Robert L Beck ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: G06F21/00

CPC classification number: G06F21/31 ,  G06F21/46 ,  G06F2221/2131

Abstract: A password recovery technique includes generating words by sequentially selecting a character for each character position of the word from a character string. The order of the characters in the character string is individually selected for each position of the word. Each sequentially generated word may be entered until the password is determined.

Abstract translation: 密码恢复技术包括通过从字符串中顺序地选择单词的每个字符位置的字符来生成单词。 对于单词的每个位置，单独选择字符串中的字符顺序。 可以输入每个顺序产生的单词，直到确定密码。

公开(公告)号：US20090291818A1

公开(公告)日：2009-11-26

申请号：US12154389

申请日：2008-05-22

Applicant: Todd W. Soares ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Todd W. Soares ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: B04B3/00 ,  B01D21/26

CPC classification number: B01D43/00 ,  B01L3/50215 ,  B01L2300/0858 ,  B01L2300/0864 ,  B04B5/0407 ,  B04B7/08

Abstract: A rotor is provided for the centrifugal separation of a composite fluid, such as animal or human blood, into components. An inner surface of the rotor includes at least one hydrophobic area having a first surface energy sufficiently low to provide a flow path for a lower density fluid component to flow to the bottom of a central collection chamber after centrifugal separation. A method of separating a composite fluid into components using such a rotor is also provided. Additionally, a method of manufacturing such a rotor is provided.

Abstract translation: 提供转子用于将复合流体（例如动物或人体血液）离心分离成组分。 转子的内表面包括具有足够低的第一表面能量的至少一个疏水区域，以在离心分离之后提供用于较低密度流体组分流向中心收集室底部的流动路径。 还提供了使用这种转子将复合流体分离成组件的方法。 另外，提供了制造这种转子的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20090258411A1

公开(公告)日：2009-10-15

申请号：US12400364

申请日：2009-03-09

Applicant: Henry Petithory ,  James Kelland ,  Kevin Sullivan ,  Linda Martin

Inventor： Henry Petithory ,  James Kelland ,  Kevin Sullivan ,  Linda Martin

IPC: C12N1/02 ,  C12M1/00

CPC classification number: B04B5/04 ,  A61B10/0038 ,  B01L3/0272 ,  B01L3/5021 ,  B01L3/5029 ,  B01L2300/0681 ,  B04B5/0414 ,  B04B7/02 ,  B04B11/04 ,  B04B11/06 ,  B04B2005/0464 ,  B04B2005/0478

Abstract: A centrifugal device and method are provided for the separation of buoyant material such as parasitic ova from fecal matter. A rotor assembly, rotatable about its central axis in a centrifuge, includes a housing with a centrally located top opening leading to a centrally located mixing chamber. An annular sediment chamber is provided, also coaxial about the central axis, connected by a passage with the mixing chamber. A coring assembly is used to retrieve and insert a fecal sample into the mixing chamber for mixing with a flotation fluid. During centrifugation, heavier fecal components pass radially outwardly to the sediment chamber while the ova collect on the inward surface of the flotation fluid. After centrifugation, more flotation fluid is added, if needed, until a meniscus forms at the top opening. A coverslip is placed over the top opening and the ova float to the surface of the fluid and adhere to the coverslip. The coverslip is removed and the ova detected using standard microscopy procedures. In another aspect, a centrifugal device is provided in which the ova are delivered through centrifugation to a pipette tip for dispensing onto a microscope slide or coverslip.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种离心装置和方法，用于将浮力物质（例如寄生虫卵）与粪便分离。 在离心机中围绕其中心轴线旋转的转子组件包括具有中心定位的顶部开口的壳体，其通向位于中心的混合室。 提供环形沉积室，其也围绕中心轴线共轴，通过与混合室的通道连接。 取芯组件用于将粪便样品回收并插入到混合室中以与浮选流体混合。 在离心过程中，较重的粪便部件径向向外通向沉淀室，而卵子则聚集在浮选流体的内表面上。 离心后，如果需要，加入更多的浮选液，直到在顶部开口处形成弯液面。 将盖玻片放置在顶部开口上方，并且ova浮动到流体表面并粘附到盖玻片上。 取出盖玻片，使用标准显微镜检查检测到ova。 在另一方面，提供一种离心装置，其中通过离心将卵子输送到移液管尖端以分配到显微镜载玻片或盖玻片上。

公开(公告)号：US20080217938A1

公开(公告)日：2008-09-11

申请号：US11682788

申请日：2007-03-06

Applicant: Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Kevin Sullivan

IPC: A47F13/06

CPC classification number: A47F13/06

Abstract: A reaching aid allowing a physically impaired user to retrieve one or more distant items is discussed. The reaching aid includes an apparatus body, a handle, a retrieving hook, and optionally a retrieving probe. The handle may be pivotally coupled with the apparatus body on a proximal end portion and may optionally include a limb support. One or both of the retrieving hook or the retrieving probe are disposed at a distal end portion of the apparatus body and may be movable both longitudinally and rotatably using an actuating arm member. A method of manufacturing and a method of using the reaching aid are also discussed.

Abstract translation: 讨论了允许身体受损的用户检索一个或多个远程物品的达到的帮助。 达到的帮助包括装置主体，手柄，拾取钩和可选的回收探针。 手柄可以在近端部分上与装置主体枢转地联接，并且可以可选地包括肢体支撑件。 回收钩或回收探针中的一个或两个设置在装置主体的远端部分，并且可以使用致动臂构件纵向和可旋转地移动。 还讨论了一种制造方法和使用到达助剂的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20080095904A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-24

申请号：US11899952

申请日：2007-09-07

Applicant: Kevin Sullivan ,  Ian Tinkler

Inventor： Kevin Sullivan ,  Ian Tinkler

IPC: A23L2/00 ,  A47J31/44

CPC classification number: A47J31/58 ,  A47J31/32 ,  A47J31/4407 ,  A47J31/46 ,  A47J31/56

Abstract: A method and apparatus for forming a beverage. Movement of a brew chamber may automatically enable the provision of beverage precursor liquid into a reservoir in a brewer, which is then used (heated or not) to form a beverage. For example, closing of the brew chamber may cause a lid for a water reservoir to be fully opened or otherwise permit movement of the lid to allow access to the reservoir, allowing a user to provide water into the reservoir. The reservoir lid may open with an abrupt action, causing attention to be drawn to the reservoir lid. In another arrangement, closure of the brew chamber may cause actuation of a baffle, pump, valve or other device to provide a suitable amount of water to a reservoir for beverage formation. In another arrangement, opening of the brew chamber may cause the reservoir lid to be automatically and simultaneously opened with the brew chamber.

Abstract translation: 一种用于形成饮料的方法和装置。 冲泡室的运动可以自动地将饮料前体液体提供到啤酒机中的储存器中，然后使用（加热或不加热）形成饮料。 例如，冲泡室的关闭可能导致储水器的盖子被完全打开，或者允许盖子移动以允许进入储存器，允许使用者将水提供到储存器中。 储存器盖可能会突然打开，引起注意力吸引到储存器盖上。 在另一种布置中，冲泡室的关闭可能导致挡板，泵，阀或其他装置的致动，以向适于饮料形成的储存器提供适量的水。 在另一种布置中，冲泡室的打开可以使储存器盖自动同时用冲泡室打开。

公开(公告)号：US20080011852A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-17

申请号：US11514660

申请日：2006-10-27

Applicant: Bo Gu ,  Johnathan Ehrmann ,  Donald Svetkoff ,  Steven Callhill ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： Bo Gu ,  Johnathan Ehrmann ,  Donald Svetkoff ,  Steven Callhill ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: G06K7/10

CPC classification number: G06K1/126 ,  B23K26/0624 ,  B23K26/0676 ,  B23K26/355 ,  B23K26/361 ,  B23K26/40 ,  B23K2103/50 ,  B33Y80/00 ,  B41M5/24 ,  H01L23/544 ,  H01L2223/54406 ,  H01L2223/54413 ,  H01L2223/54426 ,  H01L2223/54433 ,  H01L2223/54453 ,  H05K1/0266 ,  H05K3/0026

Abstract: A laser-based method and system for processing targeted surface material and article produced thereby are provided. The system processes the targeted surface material within a region of a workpiece while avoiding undesirable changes to adjacent non-targeted material. The system includes a primary laser subsystem including a primary laser source for generating a pulsed laser output including at least one pulse having a wavelength and a pulse width less than 1 ns. A delivery subsystem irradiates the targeted surface material of the workpiece with the pulsed laser output including the at least one pulse to texture the targeted surface material. The pulsed laser output has sufficient total fluence to initiate ablation within at least a portion of the targeted surface material and the pulse width is short enough such that the region and the non-targeted material surrounding the material are substantially free of slag.

公开(公告)号：US20070244897A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-18

申请号：US11405865

申请日：2006-04-18

Applicant: David Voskuil ,  Eric Voskuil ,  Kevin Sullivan

Inventor： David Voskuil ,  Eric Voskuil ,  Kevin Sullivan

IPC: G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F16/2308

Abstract: Comprehensive change control and enhanced management of GPOs in a client-server environment is described. A Group Policy Management Console (GPMC) extension provides seamless integration with GPMC. The application or extension provides a secure archive for controlling changes to GPOs. To change a GPO, an administrator “checks out” the GPO from the archive or vault. When changes are complete, the GPO is “checked in” to the vault. Differences between archived versions and/or live versions are reviewed using GPMC-style reports. When a GPO is ready for deployment, it can be transferred to the live environment. At any time, one or more live GPOs can be “rolled back” to an archived version. GPO data in the secure archive is maintained in XML files, greatly reducing infrastructure requirements.

Abstract translation: 描述了客户端 - 服务器环境中GPO的全面变更控制和增强管理。 组策略管理控制台（GPMC）扩展提供与GPMC的无缝集成。 应用程序或扩展提供了一个安全归档，用于控制对GPO的更改。 要更改GPO，管理员可以从归档或文件库“检出”GPO。 更改完成后，GPO将“签入”到保管库。 使用GPMC样式报告审查存档版本和/或实时版本之间的差异。 当GPO准备好部署时，它可以转移到现场环境。 在任何时候，一个或多个活的GPO可以“回滚”到归档版本。 安全存档中的GPO数据保存在XML文件中，大大降低了基础设施的需求。