Gottlieb, US

Albert J. Gottlieb, White Plains, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080300860	Language translation for customers at retail locations or branches - One or more kiosks are provided at a retail establishment or branch. Each kiosk includes first audio and video equipment for linking with a given network and for enabling persons at a kiosk to communicate with a selected language interpreter located off site. Second audio and video equipment is provided at the site of the interpreter for linking with the given network and for enabling the interpreter to communicate by voice and image with the persons at the kiosk. A processing unit associated with the network is configured and programmed for (a) accessing a database representing a number of language interpreters, (b) selecting a certain interpreter from the database in response to a language choice entered by a person at the kiosk, and (c) connecting the first audio and video equipment at the kiosk with the second audio and video equipment of the selected interpreter through the given network.	12-04-2008

Amos Gottlieb, San Francisco, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120160096	APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CHANGING THE CONCENTRATION OF GASES IN LIQUIDS - Apparatus for changing the concentration of a selected gas in a liquid, the apparatus comprising a flow chamber through which the liquid is passed and which comprises a wall comprising a planar separation membrane, the separation membrane being substantially impermeable to the liquid and permeable to the selected gas, characterized in that the separation member extends beyond the flow chamber and provides a seal between components of the apparatus. The apparatus is particularly useful for degassing liquids, for example HPLC eluents and analysis samples.	06-28-2012
20150053084	Apparatus and Methods for Changing the Concentration of Gases in Liquids - Apparatus, and components for use in apparatus, for changing the concentration of a selected gas in a liquid, for example for degassing liquids. In one apparatus, the apparatus has a flow channel (a) through which the liquid is passed, and (b) which comprises a wall comprising a planar separation membrane, and (c) has a height of 0.00025-0.01 and an aspect ratio (width to height) of at least 25:1. One component, which can be used to support a separation membrane, comprises (a) an inner selection plate surface which comprises (i) a selection plate base and (ii) selection plate elements which (a) extend from the base, (b) are separated by intercommunicating selection areas, and (c) have outer surfaces remote from the selection plate base. Another component is a planar separation membrane which comprises (a) a membrane transmission section, and (b) a membrane peripheral member which surrounds the membrane transmission section and which includes location features which facilitate the location of the membrane at a desired position relative to another component.	02-26-2015

Amos G. Gottlieb, San Francisco, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140090557	Apparatus and Method for Degassing Liquids - A planar degasser comprises (1) a flow plate comprising a flow channel, (2) a planar separation membrane comprising a membrane transmission section which has a first major surface and a second major surface, the flow channel being at least in part bounded by the first major surface of the membrane transmission section,(3) a supporting member which supports the second major surface of the membrane transmission section when the pressure on the first major surface is greater than the pressure on the second major surface, and (4) structural features which enable liquid to flow through the flow channel when the pressure on the first major surface is equal to or less than the pressure on the second major surface, for example when there is no longer a vacuum on the second major surface of the membrane transmission section. The structural features can for example be an open channel in the base of the flow plate, or upstanding features on the base of the flow plate, or a passageway which is closed when the vacuum is on, but open when the vacuum is off, for example a passageway having a valve which is controlled by the vacuum.	04-03-2014

Andrew Joshua Gottlieb, Cupertino, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090310485	Flow-Based Adaptive Private Network with Multiple Wan-Paths - Systems and techniques are described which improve performance, reliability, and predictability of networks without having costly hardware upgrades or replacement of existing network equipment. An adaptive communication controller provides WAN performance and utilization measurements to another network node over multiple parallel communication paths across disparate asymmetric networks which vary in behavior frequently over time. An egress processor module receives communication path quality reports and tagged path packet data and generates accurate arrival times, send times, sequence numbers and unutilized byte counts for the tagged packets. A control module generates path quality reports describing performance of the multiple parallel communication paths based on the received information and generates heartbeat packets for transmission on the multiple parallel communication paths if no other tagged data has been received in a predetermined period of time to ensure performance is continually monitored. An ingress processor module transmits the generated path quality reports and heartbeat packets.	12-17-2009
20120117273	Flow-Based Adaptive Private Network with Multiple Wan-Paths - Systems and techniques are described which improve performance, reliability, and predictability of networks without having costly hardware upgrades or replacement of existing network equipment. An adaptive communication controller provides WAN performance and utilization measurements to another network node over multiple parallel communication paths across disparate asymmetric networks which vary in behavior frequently over time. An egress processor module receives communication path quality reports and tagged path packet data and generates accurate arrival times, send times, sequence numbers and unutilized byte counts for the tagged packets. A control module generates path quality reports describing performance of the multiple parallel communication paths based on the received information and generates heartbeat packets for transmission on the multiple parallel communication paths if no other tagged data has been received in a predetermined period of time to ensure performance is continually monitored. An ingress processor module transmits the generated path quality reports and heartbeat packets.	05-10-2012
20120314578	Flow-Based Adaptive Private Network With Multiple WAN-Paths - Systems and techniques are described which improve performance, reliability, and predictability of networks without having costly hardware upgrades or replacement of existing network equipment. An adaptive communication controller provides WAN performance and utilization measurements to another network node over multiple parallel communication paths across disparate asymmetric networks which vary in behavior frequently over time. An egress processor module receives communication path quality reports and tagged path packet data and generates accurate arrival times, send times, sequence numbers and unutilized byte counts for the tagged packets. A control module generates path quality reports describing performance of the multiple parallel communication paths based on the received information and generates heartbeat packets for transmission on the multiple parallel communication paths if no other tagged data has been received in a predetermined period of time to ensure performance is continually monitored. An ingress processor module transmits the generated path quality reports and heartbeat packets.	12-13-2012
20140185445	Flow-Based Adaptive Private Network with Multiple WAN-Paths - Systems and techniques are described which improve performance, reliability, and predictability of networks without having costly hardware upgrades or replacement of existing network equipment. An adaptive communication controller provides WAN performance and utilization measurements to another network node over multiple parallel communication paths across disparate asymmetric networks which vary in behavior frequently over time. An egress processor module receives communication path quality reports and tagged path packet data and generates accurate arrival times, send times, sequence numbers and unutilized byte counts for the tagged packets. A control module generates path quality reports describing performance of the multiple parallel communication paths based on the received information and generates heartbeat packets for transmission on the multiple parallel communication paths if no other tagged data has been received in a predetermined period of time to ensure performance is continually monitored. An ingress processor module transmits the generated path quality reports and heartbeat packets.	07-03-2014
20160006658	Flow-Based Adaptive Private Network with Multiple WAN-Paths - Systems and techniques are described which improve performance, reliability, and predictability of networks without having costly hardware upgrades or replacement of existing network equipment. An adaptive communication controller provides WAN performance and utilization measurements to another network node over multiple parallel communication paths across disparate asymmetric networks which vary in behavior frequently over time. An egress processor module receives communication path quality reports and tagged path packet data and generates accurate arrival times, send times, sequence numbers and unutilized byte counts for the tagged packets. A control module generates path quality reports describing performance of the multiple parallel communication paths based on the received information and generates heartbeat packets for transmission on the multiple parallel communication paths if no other tagged data has been received in a predetermined period of time to ensure performance is continually monitored. An ingress processor module transmits the generated path quality reports and heartbeat packets.	01-07-2016

Barry Gottlieb, Short Hills, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080252448	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EVENT DETECTION UTILIZING SENSOR BASED SURVEILLANCE - The present invention includes a method, system, and program product for detecting an event that includes receiving at least one data input stream from one or more sensors, selecting a data input stream from one of the one or more sensors, recording the data input stream on a recordable medium, specifying a rule comprising an event in the data input stream, and detecting at least one event in the data input stream based upon the rule.	10-16-2008

Brett Gottlieb, Carlsbad, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140122327	CROSS BORDER GIFT CARDS - International transactions from a first country to a second country can be facilitated using a gift card purchased by a purchaser in the first country from a seller entity, conveyance of a code or other redemption information to a recipient in the second country, and redemption of the code or other redemption information at a redeeming entity. Methods, systems, article of manufacture and the like are described.	05-01-2014

Brian Mathews Gottlieb, Washington, DC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20160063624	AUTOMATED ENERGY BROKERING - A facility for automated energy brokering on behalf of an energy customer of the first energy supplier is described. The facility analyzes at least one bill issued to the energy customer on behalf of the first energy provider to determine terms of a current energy purchase arrangement of the energy customer. The facility obtains pricing information for a plurality of second energy suppliers each different from the first energy supplier. The facility identifies one of the second energy suppliers is more favorable to the energy customer than the first energy supplier. The facility enables the consolidation of a group of energy customers to obtain additional savings from energy suppliers. The facility also enables energy bills to be audited for errors.	03-03-2016
20160063625	AUTOMATED ENERGY BROKERING - A facility for automated energy brokering on behalf of an energy customer of the first energy supplier is described. The facility analyzes at least one bill issued to the energy customer on behalf of the first energy provider to determine terms of a current energy purchase arrangement of the energy customer. The facility obtains pricing information for a plurality of second energy suppliers each different from the first energy supplier. The facility identifies one of the second energy suppliers is more favorable to the energy customer than the first energy supplier. The facility enables the consolidation of a group of energy customers to obtain additional savings from energy suppliers. The facility also enables energy bills to be audited for errors.	03-03-2016
20160063626	AUTOMATED ENERGY BROKERING - A facility for automated energy brokering on behalf of an energy customer of the first energy supplier is described. The facility analyzes at least one bill issued to the energy customer on behalf of the first energy provider to determine terms of a current energy purchase arrangement of the energy customer. The facility obtains pricing information for a plurality of second energy suppliers each different from the first energy supplier. The facility identifies one of the second energy suppliers is more favorable to the energy customer than the first energy supplier. The facility enables the consolidation of a group of energy customers to obtain additional savings from energy suppliers. The facility also enables energy bills to be audited for errors.	03-03-2016

Daniel D. Gottlieb, Sandy Springs, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120062838	Method and Apparatus for Treating Vision Neglect - A method and apparatus for aiding the vision and motor function of an individual with a visual field loss and the sensory imperceptions of visual neglect. The method is practiced by the steps of mounting one or more prisms with the bases most often in the same direction of the visual field loss within one or both lenses of a pair of glasses and an individual wearing the glasses even while in coma or sleeping.	03-15-2012
20150128348	Head Stabilizing Headrest - An ergonomic headrest is disclosed that holds a user's head substantially in place to reduce turning during sleep. The headrest comprises two large, substantially conical mounds that are positioned beside each other to form a channel between the mounds. The user's neck rests between the mounds, and the top portion of the mounds provide support for the user's head.	05-14-2015

Daniel D. Gottlieb, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150261012	Method and Device for Treating Averted Gaze - A method and apparatus for aiding the vision and motor function of an individual with autism and other complex developmental delays due to the inability to sustain convergence in addition to ocular motor deficiencies. The method allows improved direct midline gaze increasing selective attention with less averted gaze. The method is practiced by the steps of mounting one or more prisms with bases most often nasally of one or both lenses of a pair of glasses. An individual wearing these glasses even while sleeping will awaken to a more normalized and less confusing visual spatial world.	09-17-2015

Daniel Philip Gottlieb, Sudbury, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110160682	MEDICAL DEVICE - A medical device for the delivery of fluids into or through the wall of a biological space or conduit is described. The medical device comprises one or more actuators, which may exist in a constrained configuration which is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the device or an unconstrained configuration in which at least a portion of the one or more actuators is oriented substantially non-parallel to the longitudinal axis of the device. The device further comprises tissue penetrators, which may be attached to the actuators or contained within the actuators. Upon positioning of the device at the target treatment site within a biological space or conduit, the operator may release the actuators from their constrained position, allowing the actuators to adopt their unconstrained position and make contact with an adjacent wall of a biological space or conduit. The actuators are configured to minimize the physical contact between the device and the target tissue, thereby permitting uniform and enhanced delivery of fluids into less compressed tissue, with reduced tissue trauma.	06-30-2011

David Gottlieb, Scottsdale, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080256435	Interconnection of Document Preparation, Document Viewing, and Alert Processing in Structured Documents - A method and system for notifying a user to review a document stored on a computer. The method scans the document to identify and locate a citation in the document, where the citation is a link to a target document. The method stores the citation in a citations database. The method periodically compares the citations database to a changed documents database. When the comparison determines that the target document is a changed document, the method stores an entry in a hits database, where the entry identifies the document, the citation, and the target document. The method sends an alert message to the user to request that the user review the entry in the hits database.	10-16-2008
20080256608	Linking Between Internet Subscription Websites - A method and system for managing delivery of a web resource to a user on a web server. The method determines the identity of the user on the web server and retrieves the web resource from the web server. The method scans the web resource to identify links, such as hypertext links, in the web resource that refer to a target web resource. For each link, the method determines whether access is allowed or denied by the user to the target web resource. The method creates a copy of the web resource and deactivates each link in the copy of the web resource if access is denied by the user to the target web resource referred to by the link. The method then delivers the copy of the web resource to the user on the web server.	10-16-2008

Douglas Gottlieb, Douglaston, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120239758	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONSUMER-TO-CONSUMER LENDING OF DIGITAL CONTENT - A consumer-to-consumer lending system and method for digital content such as digital ebooks. The lending system invention enables a user who has purchased digital content to lend that content to another user. The lending system enables a lender to extend a lending offer to a lendee and a lendee to respond to the lending offer. A lendee may accept or reject a lending offer. Upon acceptance, the lending system provides the lent content to the lendee who controls the content until returning it, purchasing it or until a predetermined lending period expires. During the lending period the lender does not have access to the lent digital content item. The lending system assists a lender with initiating a lending offer, such as providing a pre-populated email form, and delivers the lend offer notification to the target lendee. Lending offers may be initiated and notifications received over common channels, including email systems, mobile devices, and web-based user accounts. The lending process can be initiated directly from a consumer device.	09-20-2012

Emanuel Gottlieb, Upper St. Clair, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110132103	Flowmeter and method - A flowmeter for detecting fluid flow rates in a pipe includes a tube having a channel disposed in the pipe through which fluid in the pipe flows. The flowmeter includes an upstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the upstream transducer propagates through the channel. The flowmeter includes a downstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the downstream transducer propagate through the channel and are received by the upstream transducer which produces an upstream transducer signal. The downstream transducer receives the plane waves from the upstream transducer and provides a downstream transducer signal. The flowmeter includes a controller in communication with the upstream and downstream transducers which calculate fluid flow rate from the upstream transducer signal and the downstream transducer signal. A method for detecting fluid flow rates in a pipe.	06-09-2011
20120297620	Flowmeter and Method - A flowmeter for detecting fluid flow rates in a pipe includes a tube having a channel disposed in the pipe through which fluid in the pipe flows. The flowmeter includes an upstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the upstream transducer propagates through the channel. The flowmeter includes a downstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the downstream transducer propagate through the channel and are received by the upstream transducer which produces an upstream transducer signal. The downstream transducer receives the plane waves from the upstream transducer and provides a downstream transducer signal. The flowmeter includes a controller in communication with the upstream and downstream transducers which calculate fluid flow rate from the upstream transducer signal and the downstream transducer signal. A method for detecting fluid flow rates in a pipe.	11-29-2012
20140345390	Flowmeter and Method - A flowmeter for detecting fluid flow rates in a pipe includes a tube having a channel disposed in the pipe through which fluid in the pipe flows. The flowmeter includes an upstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the upstream transducer propagates through the channel. The flowmeter includes a downstream transducer in contact with the pipe and positioned so plane waves generated by the downstream transducer propagate through the channel and are received by the upstream transducer which produces an upstream transducer signal. The downstream transducer receives the plane waves from the upstream transducer and provides a downstream transducer signal. The flowmeter includes a controller in communication with the upstream and downstream transducers which calculate fluid flow rate from the upstream transducer signal and the downstream transducer signal.	11-27-2014

Emanuel J. Gottlieb, Upper St. Clair, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120125121	Chordal gas flowmeter with transducers installed outside the pressure boundary, housing and method - A flowmeter for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe. The flowmeter includes a container configured to be attached to the pipe having a channel through which the gas flows, and a plurality of recesses. Each recess has a window made of metal that is in acoustic communication with the channel. The flowmeter includes a plurality of transducers, with one transducer of the plurality of transducers disposed in each recess. The transducers transmit ultrasonic signals into and receive ultrasonic signals from the channel through the window in the housing recess in which a transducer is disposed. The flowmeter includes a controller in electrical communication with the plurality of transducers which determines the gas flow rate through the channel from signals received from the transducers. A housing for an ultrasonic transducer for a flowmeter which is inserted into a recess of a container. A method for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe. A transducer for an ultrasonic flowmeter.	05-24-2012
20120125122	Chordal gas flowmeter with transducers installed outside the pressure boundary, housing and method - A flowmeter for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe includes a container configured to be attached to the pipe having a channel through which the gas flows, and a plurality of recesses that extend through the container and a plurality of housings. Each recess has a housing which contains pressure in the channel. Each housing has a window that is in acoustic communication with the channel. The flowmeter includes a plurality of transducers, with one transducer of the plurality of transducers disposed in each recess. The transducers transmit ultrasonic signals into and receive ultrasonic signals from the channel through the window in the housing in which a transducer is disposed. The flowmeter includes a controller in electrical communication with the plurality of transducers which determines the gas flow rate through the channel by measuring transit times of signals transmitted by and received by the transducers. A housing for an ultrasonic transducer for a flowmeter which is inserted into a recess of a container that acoustically isolates the housing from the container. A method for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe. A transducer for an ultrasonic flowmeter.	05-24-2012
20140013859	Chordal Gas Flowmeter with Transducers Installed Outside the Pressure Boundary, Housing and Method - A flowmeter for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe includes a container configured to be attached to the pipe having a channel through which the gas flows, and a plurality of recesses that extend through the container and a plurality of housings. The flowmeter includes a plurality of transducers, with one transducer of the plurality of transducers disposed in each recess. The transducers transmit ultrasonic signals into and receive ultrasonic signals from the channel. The flowmeter includes a controller in electrical communication with the plurality of transducers which determines the gas flow rate through the channel by measuring transit times of signals transmitted by and received by the transducers. A housing for an ultrasonic transducer for a flowmeter which is inserted into a recess of a container that acoustically isolates the housing from the container. A method for detecting gas flow rates in a pipe.	01-16-2014

Emanuel J. Gottlieb, Pittsburgh, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150308870	ACOUSTICALLY ISOLATED ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER HOUSING AND FLOW METER - An ultrasonic transducer apparatus is provided. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an outer housing, an inner housing disposed within the outer housing, and an ultrasonic transducer disposed within the inner housing. The outer housing has an aperture that enables pressurized fluid to enter the outer housing while allowing the outer housing to acoustically isolate the inner housing and the ultrasonic transducer from an additional component when the outer housing is connected to the additional component. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.	10-29-2015
20150361742	KICK DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An apparatus for detecting potential kicks in a well is provided. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a drill string positioned in a well, a mud circulation system coupled to supply drilling mud to the drill string, and a mud analyzer. The mud analyzer includes a sensor that is positioned along a drilling mud return path closer to a wellhead assembly installed at the well than to a mud tank of the mud circulation system, and the mud analyzer enables identification of a potential formation kick based on data acquired by the sensor. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.	12-17-2015

Emanuel John Gottlieb, Pittsburgh, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130283917	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POSITION MONITORING USING ULTRASONIC SENSOR - An ultrasonic position sensing system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes an ultrasonic sensor configured to monitor the position of a device. The system also includes ranging logic. The sensor is controlled by the logic to direct an ultrasonic pulse toward the device. The logic is configured to compute the transit time and the velocity of the ultrasonic pulse. Based on these parameters, the logic computes the path length between the sensor and the device, which corresponds to the location of the device relative to the location of the sensor. In further embodiments, the ultrasonic positioning system may include multiple sensors in communication with the ranging logic for monitoring multiple devices.	10-31-2013
20130283919	POSITION MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - An ultrasonic position sensing system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes an ultrasonic sensor configured to monitor the position of a device. The system also includes ranging logic. The sensor is controlled by the logic to direct an ultrasonic pulse toward the device. The logic is configured to compute the transit time and the velocity of the ultrasonic pulse. Based on these parameters, the logic computes the path length between the sensor and the device, which corresponds to the location of the device relative to the location of the sensor. In further embodiments, the ultrasonic positioning system may include multiple sensors in communication with the ranging logic for monitoring multiple devices.	10-31-2013

Gabe Gottlieb, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130024905	EXTENSIBLE ENCODING FOR INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE ELEMENTS - Detailed herein is a technology which, among other things, allows for storage and playback of interactive user elements in a television stream. In one approach to this technology, a content data stream, including a television program and a user experience element, is received. This content data stream is transformed, and the transformed data stream is examined, to identify which packets are associated with the user experience element. Those packets are then passed to a handler appropriate for the user experience element.	01-24-2013

Gabriel Gottlieb, Seatle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080209469	Extensible encoding for interactive user experience elements - Detailed herein is a technology which, among other things, allows for storage and playback of interactive user elements in a television stream. In one approach to this technology, a content data stream, including a television program and a user experience element, is received. This content data stream is transformed, and the transformed data stream is examined, to identify which packets are associated with the user experience element. Those packets are then passed to a handler appropriate for the user experience element.	08-28-2008

Gabriel Gottlieb, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080208752	Content communication and purchase using a computer-based media component - Content communication and purchases using a computer-based media component are described. A tuner component can individually interact with client components, where each communication of content may be varied or configured independent of interactions with other client components. Additionally, content can be purchased using the computer-based media component, where the purchase and/or presentation of the content may utilize the computer-based media component and/or coupled client components.	08-28-2008
20080222044	Protected content renewal - Described herein is technology for, among other things, maintaining access to DRM protected content. The technology may be implemented via a playback device or a computer system connected to a MTD. It involves monitoring requests for media content and then verifying access and renewing the license if necessary. The license renewal request may be made to a MTD or an internet connected system.	09-11-2008

Gary Gottlieb, Irvine, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110041601	Frequency modulated micro-gyro signal processing method and device - A signal processing method and device for measuring the input rate of an FM micro-gyro having a modulation frequency F	02-24-2011
20140107969	Frequency-Modulated Micro-Gyro Half-Period Signal Processing Method - A method for measuring the input rate Ω of an FM micro-gyro. The modulation frequency F	04-17-2014

Glenn I. Gottlieb, Los Gatos, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150157944	Software Application for Generating a Virtual Simulation for a Sport-Related Activity - A system and a software method for generating a virtual simulation for a sport related activity based on real-world performance and input allows a user to assess their athletic performance during a sport-related activity. The system provides an external computing device and a sports ball that is implanted/integrated with internal sensors. The internal sensors collect of movement data for the sports ball during the sport-related activity. This movement data in conjunction with the ball specifications is used to generate a virtual movement model, a virtual representation of the sports ball and the associated physical and dynamic characteristics. A virtual environment is generated and adjusted by the environmental settings. Then, the virtual movement model is integrated within the virtual environment and the resultant is displayed and stored as a performance simulation on the external computing device. Data patterns are then derived from performance simulations collected over a period of time.	06-11-2015

Harry N. Gottlieb, Chicago, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080234048	On-Line Auction Interface - A method for conducting a fantasy sports auction for a plurality of players utilizing a plurality of pre-recorded multimedia clips is disclosed. The method includes initiating an auction session including a plurality of participating team bidders, selectively displaying data associated with an individual player during the auction session, and displaying a starting bid for the individual player on the user interface. A series of progressively higher bid levels associated with the player is displayed and the participating bidders are prompted to make bids by playing at least one of the multimedia clips. Bids are received from the participating bidders and visual representations are provided for each bid on the user interface. A winning bidder is determined based on the receipt of a bid associated with the highest bid level displayed.	09-25-2008
20080244376	METHOD OF AUTOMATICALLY POPULATING AND GENERATING FLOWCHART CELLS - A method for creating a multimedia experience is disclosed. The method includes defining a first cell, defining a first branch selectively associated with the first cell, and defining a second branch selectively associated with the first cell. The method further includes associating a variable with the first cell that is configured to identify one of the first and second branches. The method further includes defining a second cell, associating the second cell to the first cell such that the variable is reflected in the second cell, and generating copies of the first and second branches in response to the association of the variable to the second cell.	10-02-2008

James Gottlieb, Reston, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130151422	RANK AND DISPLAY COMPARABLES WITH USER-ALTERABLE DATA POINTS - Automatically rendering a new valuation for a subject based on real-time property characteristic alterations or manipulations using a comparable selection model. A user alters one or more property characteristics for the subject and the comparable selection model determines a ranked listing of comparable properties for the subject in a given geographical area based on those alterations. The comparables are then displayed in a ranked order that reflects the alterations based on prior data point changes.	06-13-2013

Jamie Gottlieb, Granger, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100100136	Poly-axial pedicle scre implements and lock screw therefor - A lock screw assembly for use with a pedicle screw assembly comprises a lock screw and an upper saddle. The lock screw includes a fastening tool engaging structure at a first end portion thereof and an upper saddle receiving structure at a second end portion thereof. The upper saddle is engaged with the upper saddle receiving structure of the lock screw in a manner allowing the upper saddle to rotate about a centerline axis of the lock screw. A plurality of intersecting spine rod receiving channels extend through a spine rod engaging portion of the upper saddle in a manner such that an outwardly-extending spine rod engaging structure is provided between adjacent ones of the spine rod receiving channels. Upper and lower surfaces of each spine rod engaging structure are acutely angled with respect to each other and wherein a channel edge defined between the surfaces is sharply pointed.	04-22-2010
20120283834	Intervertebral body fusion implant device - An intervertebral body fusion implant device configured for being engaged between two adjacent vertebrae comprises an implant device body having an upper bone engaging portion and a lower bone engaging portion, a plurality of protrusions extending from each one of the upper and lower bone engaging portions, and a guide rail extending from each one of the bone engaging portions. A passage extends between the upper bone engaging portion and the lower bone engaging portion. The guide rail of each one of the bone engaging portions extends beyond a tip portion of each one of the protrusions thereof Each one of the guide rails extends substantially parallel with each other one of the guide rails.	11-08-2012

Jay Evan Gottlieb, Newport Beach, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150071416	NOTIFICATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING OF INTERRUPTIONS, FAILURES, AND UPDATES - Aspects of notification and troubleshooting of interruptions, failures, and updates are described. In one embodiment, a customer premises equipment (CPE) device determines a status of the CPE device, which may include a status of connectivity with a service provider. When the status indicates an error, a type of the error may be identified and a message selected for audible playback by the CPE device. The CPE device may further ring a telephonic device, to alert a user and playback the message to the user. The message may indicate that a connectivity error exists and, in some cases, assist the user to troubleshoot the error. In other aspects, the CPE device may receive an update from the service provider and ring the telephonic device, to advise the user of upgraded functions or features, for example, or provide a promotional message.	03-12-2015
20150249738	NOTIFICATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING OF INTERRUPTIONS, FAILURES, AND UPDATES - Aspects of notification and troubleshooting of interruptions, failures, and updates are described. In one embodiment, a customer premises equipment (CPE) device determines a status of the CPE device, which may include a status of connectivity with a service provider. When the status indicates an error, a type of the error may be identified and a message selected for audible playback by the CPE device. The CPE device may further ring a telephonic device, to alert a user and playback the message to the user. The message may indicate that a connectivity error exists and, in some cases, assist the user to troubleshoot the error. In other aspects, the CPE device may receive an update from the service provider and ring the telephonic device, to advise the user of upgraded functions or features, for example, or provide a promotional message.	09-03-2015

Jay Lester Gottlieb, New York, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090006274	COMMODITIES BASED SECURITIES AND SHIPPING CERTIFICATE THEREFOR - The subject invention pertains to securities, preferably exchange traded funds, or ETFs, relating to commodities subject to futures contracts in a commodities market. More specifically, the invention relates to shipping certificates for commodities that dynamically compensate for commodity “roll neutrality” adjustments by altering the quantity of commodity associated with the shipping certificate, as opposed to a cash adjustment. The subject invention also pertains to the underlying “roll neutrality” adjustment related to a commodities market futures transaction and to the resulting ETF valuation as follows: ΣP	01-01-2009
20090119230	Commodities Based Securities and Roll Neutrality Therefor - The subject invention pertains to securities, preferably exchange traded funds, or ETFs, relating to commodities subject to futures contracts in a commodities market. More specifically, the invention relates to shipping certificates for commodities that dynamically compensate for commodity “roll neutrality” adjustments by altering the quantity of commodity associated with the shipping certificate, as opposed to a cash adjustment. The subject invention also pertains to the underlying “roll neutrality” adjustment related to a commodities market futures transaction and to the resulting ETF valuation as follows: Σ P	05-07-2009

Joel M. Gottlieb, Somerset, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130279899	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING A CONTROL PLANE ACROSS MULTIPLE OPTICAL NETWORK DOMAINS - Method and apparatus for providing a control plane across multiple optical network domains is described. In one example, topology and resource discovery is employed in a transport network having a plurality of control domains. Topology information for each of the control domains is summarized to produce summarized topology information. The summarized topology information for each of the control domains is exchanged among the control domains. At each of the control domains, the summarized topology information of each of the control domains is combined to produce combined topology information. The combined topology information is passed among network elements within each of the control domains using an intra-domain routing protocol.	10-24-2013

Joseph Gottlieb, Poway, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150229203	Smart Resistor-Less Pre-Charge Circuit For Power Converter - A resistor-less device for limiting inrush current in power system startup, for a DC-link capacitor. A DC-link capacitor is coupled to an output of an AC power source rectifying circuit, providing a DC-bus voltage. A current direction sensitive, controllable electrical switch comprising a reverse based diode in parallel with a controllable forward based diode, is in series connection with the DC-link capacitor. A diode controller is coupled to the controllable forward based diode, controlling a conducting state of the forward based diode. A system measurement signal is input to the diode controller and a diode controller module having decision logic, uses the system measurement signal to turn “on” the conducting (or non-conducting) state of the controllable forward based diode, at a predetermined time and duration, wherein inrush current on a system startup is limited.	08-13-2015

Joseph Gottlieb US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120112704	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PULSING THE BLEED OFF RESISTOR WITHIN A BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - The present invention relates generally to a method and apparatus for the management of individual cells in a battery system. More particularly, the present invention relates to the control of power and when charging a battery system to yield the most efficient charging solution while maintaining the desired temperature.	05-10-2012

Joseph S. Gottlieb, Escondido, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100027007	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A MULTIPLE ANGLE LIGHT SCATTERING (MALS) INSTRUMENT HAVING TWO-DIMENSIONAL DETECTOR ARRAY - A particle detection system uses a reflective optic comprising a curved surface to detect high angle scattered light generated by a particle in a liquid medium, when a laser beam is incident on the particle. When the particles transit the laser beam, light is scattered in all directions and is described by MIE scattering theory for particles about the size of the wavelength of light and larger or Rayleigh Scattering when the particles are smaller than the wavelength of light. By using the reflective optic, the scattered light can be detected over angles that are greater than normally obtainable.	02-04-2010

Joseph S. Gottlieb US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120112707	POWER CONTROL MODULE FOR BATTERY PACK - A battery management system is disclosed for control of individual cells in a battery pack. The battery management system includes a cell, a micro controller, a bleed off resistor, an analog circuit which includes a powered gate. In practice the powered gate which resides in the analog circuit is smartly configured such that in the event the micro controller becomes unresponsive while the bleed off resistor is connected to a cell the powered gate will open thereby disconnecting the bleed off resistor from the cell.	05-10-2012

Joshua L. Gottlieb, Chagrin Falls, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080270195	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FINANCING WELFARE BENEFITS TRUST - A sophisticated benefits financing and life insurance strategy that provides life insurance benefits for members with no cost to members, provides for funding of the strategy, and potentially building excess funds after payment of benefits and repayment of debt for the benefit of current and future members. A welfare benefits trust is first established by a respective legal entity. A funding amount is then received, the amount of which is calculated based on stochastic actuarial models and modern financial theory to provide purchasing of life insurance and/or other benefits for respective members of the welfare benefits plan, of extension risk coverage, and the development of cash value attributable to each of the plan members as is actuarially determined to be appropriate. Upon the death of a plan member, the welfare benefits trust arranges for payment of the member benefit and repays the funding amount attributable to the deceased member, together with accrued interest. The welfare benefits trust retains the excess proceeds.	10-30-2008

Lee M. Gottlieb, Linwood, NJ US

Marvin Gottlieb, Los Angeles, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130091004	System and Method for Generating Electronic Combined Source Promotions - In exemplary embodiments of a system and method for generating electronic combined source promotions, a server is typically provided in communication between at least a user and a merchant. A graphical user interface allows a user to submit a video content item which includes a personal review or recommendation by the user relevant to a product, service or business of the merchant. A graphical merchant interface allows the merchant to review the video and elect to incorporate it in a promotion, which combines the video with offer parameters entered by the merchant for the sale of a redeemable voucher. The promotion is then electronically published in a manner allowing a consumer to view the promotion and purchase the associated voucher. The user who uploaded the content item may be rewarded with cash, discounts or status points. A portion of the purchase price of the voucher is disbursed to the merchant.	04-11-2013

Meir Gottlieb, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130041682	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ANALYZING PATIENT MEDICAL RECORDS - A medical form is marked by a clinician during a patient/clinician encounter to generate a record with information related to a current complaint. The form is partitioned into several regions related to patient history, examination and medical decision, respectively. The form is automatically analyzed and using the locations of the marks on the form and a predetermined set of rules, a billing code is generated. The billing code determines the fee to be paid to the clinician or health provider.	02-14-2013

Michael C Gottlieb, Cherry Hill, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090145850	Method of removing and recovering contaminants from solutions with modified anion exchange materials having metal inside the materials - The present invention relates, generally, to the art of impregnating metal complexes into anion exchange materials to provide improved anion exchange materials with a metal inside the materials such that the modified materials effectively and efficiently remove or recover various metals, including metal containing complexes, compounds, and contaminants, such as arsenic, from, for example, process solutions, effluents and aqueous solutions. Uses for the improved anion exchange materials are also described as are methods of making modified anion exchange materials, and methods of removing and recovering at least one metal or contaminant from a source.	06-11-2009
20100247415	Method of Removing and Recovering Silica Using Modified Ion Exchange Materials - A method of preferentially removing or recovering silica from a source, including aqueous sources such as ground and potable water, which utilizes a modified ion exchange material that holds or captures the silica by ion exchange with a metal contained in the exchange material whereby the method includes the steps of: providing an ion exchange material; immobilizing a metal complex to form at least a portion of a metal containing substance inside the ionic exchange material; and contacting the source with at least a portion of the metal containing ionic exchange material.	09-30-2010
20120107215	METHOD OF REMOVING AND RECOVERING SILICA USING MODIFIED ION EXCHANGE MATERIALS - A method of preferentially removing or recovering silica from a source, including aqueous sources such as ground and potable water, which utilizes a modified ion exchange material that holds or captures the silica by ion exchange with a metal contained in the exchange material whereby the method includes the steps of: providing an ion exchange material; immobilizing a metal complex to form at least a portion of a metal containing substance inside the ionic exchange material; and contacting the source with at least a portion of the metal containing ionic exchange material.	05-03-2012
20150136706	METHOD FOR REMOVING CHROMIUM FROM WATER USING WEAK BASE ANION EXCHANGE RESIN AT NEAR-NEUTRAL PH - A method of removing chromium from water using a weak base anion exchange resin at a pH above about 5 includes the step of periodically reducing a flow of the water through the ion exchange resin for a rest period, such that a secondary mechanism of chromium removal predominates, wherein chromium ions are removed from the weak base anion exchange groups and precipitated inside the ion exchange resin. In an alternative embodiment, rather than resting, the ion exchange resin is periodically conditioned with an acid so as to enhance the secondary mechanism.	05-21-2015

Peter Gottlieb, Boulder, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110112017	COMPOSITIONS, METHODS AND USES FOR TREATING DIABETES - Embodiments herein concern compositions and methods for treating diabetes in a subject.	05-12-2011

Peter Gottlieb, Englewood, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120225813	COMPOSITIONS, METHODS AND USES FOR TREATMENT OF TYPE 1 DIABETES - Embodiments herein concern compositions and methods for treating diabetes in a subject.	09-06-2012

Peter Gottlieb, Dobbs Ferry, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110074215	ENERGY STORAGE BASED COUNTERMEASURE FOR A DELAYED VOLTAGE RECOVERY - The disclosed system includes a metering device for monitoring electrical power grid conditions, a controller for determining if the metering device is detecting a condition on an electrical grid that is indicative of a delayed voltage recovery event, and a communication device for communicating with one or more remotely located bi-directional power source modules connected to the electrical power grid, wherein the controller is programmed to send a notification via the communication device to the one or more remotely located bi-directional power source modules if the controller detects a condition indicative of delayed voltage recovery event. In some embodiments, the metering device includes a grid metering device. In some embodiments, the metering device measures power factor, and a change in the voltage and ratio of VARs to Watts.	03-31-2011
20120104856	BATTERY BALANCING SYSTEM - A battery system comprises a first battery unit; a DC voltage bus; a second battery unit electrically connected to the DC voltage bus; a current-limiting component; and switching circuitry for connecting the first battery unit to the DC voltage bus, where the switching circuitry is configured to electrically connect the first battery unit to the DC voltage bus either directly or through a current-limiting component, depending on an operating parameter of the first battery unit.	05-03-2012
20130116844	GRID LOAD SYNCHRONIZATION DEVICE AND METHOD - The grid load synchronization system described herein permits proactive mitigation of the effects of large loads transitioning on and off the power grid and the resultant risks and power quality issues associated therewith. The disclosed proactive system permits a grid-connected power consumer to synchronize demand with power storage equipment in real time using a digital communication link. The power consumer transmits requests to bring a load online or offline to a control site. The control site coordinates power grid source(s) and power grid loads to maintain power quality when loads go on and offline. The control sites manage requests from multiple power consumers and schedule the various loads for the consumers to mitigate the effects of large loads transitioning on and off the power grid. The resulting power quality can be guaranteed when adequate battery resources are made proactively available, rather than reacting to line conditions to engage compensation actions.	05-09-2013

Peter A. Gottlieb, Belmont, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080278006	BATTERY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - An uninterrupted power supply (“UPS”) system is disclosed which uses a battery communication system to communicate to a UPS processor information concerning the status of a battery pack in an array of parallel coupled battery packs. The battery packs provide back-up power for the UPS system. Information about the battery packs is collected by a monitor associated with each of the battery packs. The monitors measure battery pack voltage, currents and temperature and compile information about the battery pack from the measured values. Each monitor prepares a data word representing information about its battery pack. The data words are transmitted to the UPS in response to commands issued by the UPS processor to the monitors.	11-13-2008

Philip Gottlieb, Buffalo, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090233330	Method and apparatus for measuring changes in cell volume - A method and apparatus for measuring changes in cell volume generally includes introducing cells into a chamber having a volume between 2 and 100 times the volume of the introduced cell. A first electrically conductive extracellular fluid is introduced into the chamber and a current is applied. The voltage induced by said current flow is measured. The first fluid is exchanged with a second electrically conductive extracellular fluid and a current is applied. The voltage induced by said current flow is measured. The first induced voltage result and the second induced voltage result are used in conjunction with known voltages induced by such current flows to monitor changes in the volume corresponding to fluid flow between the cell and an extracellular fluid.	09-17-2009
20120184491	Methods and Compound to Inhibit Ca2+ Permeable Cation Conductance - The present invention provides methods and compositions for inhibiting calcium permeable cation conductance of red blood cells from individuals afflicted with sickle cell anemia. The method comprises exposing the cells to the peptide GsMTx4 and/or variants thereof.	07-19-2012

Ray M. Gottlieb, Silver Spring, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150216639	ELECTRIC INTERDENTAL CLEANING APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS USEFUL FOR CLEANING TEETH AND INTERDENTAL SPACES - A powered dental and interdental cleaning tool includes a body, an interdental cleaning member, and a drive member. The drive member extends from the body at an angle to a longitudinal axis of the body. The drive member is connected to the interdental cleaning member. A neck extends from the body and defines a drive member shaft for containing and supporting the drive member.	08-06-2015
20150216640	MULTI-FUNCTION ELECTRIC BRUSH APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS USEFUL FOR CLEANING TEETH AND INTERDENTAL SPACES - A powered dental and interdental cleaning tool may include a body, an interdental cleaning member, and a drive member. The drive member may extend from the body at an angle to a longitudinal axis of the body. The drive member may be connected to the interdental cleaning member. A neck may extend from the body and define a drive member shaft for containing and supporting the drive member.	08-06-2015

Rebecca Gottlieb, Culver City, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080221509	MULTILUMEN CATHETER - A multilumen catheter having tubings extending into lumens within the catheter. The lumens may be used for blood, drugs or other medicants. The lumens may also be used for sensors. The junction element, external to the patient, connects the tubings to the lumens. The tubings, also external to the patient, connect to infusion members, to which one or more infusion systems may be connected to deliver blood, drugs and other medicants to the patient. A sensor having a sensing element may extend through the sensor lumen and be positioned internal to the patient for physiological parameter sensing. An external portion of the sensor may be connected to associated electronics to provide automatic monitoring of the physiological parameters and automatic delivery and control of the infusants. Also, a central line catheter for delivering fluids directly into a main artery or vein near the heart, which contains a first lumen to deliver a fluid through the central line catheter and a second lumen containing a sensor capable indicating a characteristic level in blood. The first lumen delivers the fluid downstream of the sensor to prevent any interference between the fluid delivery and the sensor readings. In other versions, the central line catheter can have additional lumens for additional purposes. In addition, the central line catheter can further include a flush sleeve to remove debris around the sensor.	09-11-2008
20080289300	PACKAGING SYSTEM - A packaging system for hydrating sterile devices without comprising the integrity of the sterilization. The packaging system may include an enclosure for enclosing a device requiring hydration, a container containing a hydrate, a base located within the interior of the enclosure and an activating member located within the interior of the enclosure. The container and the device may be located within a receptacle. The receptacle may rest on the base and the activating member may be affixed on top of the receptacle. A force may be exerted on an exterior portion of the enclosure such that the activating member pushes on the receptacle and crushes or ruptures the container. The hydrate located within the container is then released to the device, thereby hydrating the device without breaking the seal of the enclosure. The sterilized environment is therefore maintained and the device is hydrated.	11-27-2008
20110046457	MULTILUMEN CATHETER - A multilumen catheter having tubings extending into lumens within the catheter. The lumens may be used for blood, drugs or other medicants. The lumens may also be used for sensors. The junction element, external to the patient, connects the tubings to the lumens. The tubings, also external to the patient, connect to infusion members, to which one or more infusion systems may be connected to deliver blood, drugs and other medicants to the patient. A sensor having a sensing element may extend through the sensor lumen and be positioned internal to the patient for physiological parameter sensing. An external portion of the sensor may be connected to associated electronics to provide automatic monitoring of the physiological parameters and automatic delivery and control of the infusants. Also, a central line catheter for delivering fluids directly into a main artery or vein near the heart, which contains a first lumen to deliver a fluid through the central line catheter and a second lumen containing a sensor capable indicating a characteristic level in blood. The first lumen delivers the fluid downstream of the sensor to prevent any interference between the fluid delivery and the sensor readings. In other versions, the central line catheter can have additional lumens for additional purposes. In addition, the central line catheter can further include a flush sleeve to remove debris around the sensor.	02-24-2011

Rebecca Eve Gottlieb, Windham, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150310971	MAGNETIC MATERIAL AND METHOD THEREFOR - An article includes at least one fiber that has a fiber core. An interface layer extends around the fiber core. The interface layer includes a ceramic matrix and ferromagnetic regions dispersed through the ceramic matrix.	10-29-2015

Richard Gottlieb, Guilford, VT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110179726	BUILDING INTEGRATED THERMAL ELECTRIC HYBRID ROOFING SYSTEM - A building integrated thermal electric hybrid roofing system is disclosed. The system comprises a plurality of metal battens having a longitudinal channel mounted horizontally onto a plurality of wooden battens, a thermal tubing containing liquid mounted on the longitudinal channels, a plurality of solar electric roof tiles mounted on the plurality of metal battens and connected in series to form a string, an inverter connected to each of the strings, a heat exchanger connected to the thermal tubing, and a pump connected between the thermal tubing and the heat exchanger. The plurality of solar electric roof tiles generates DC electricity from solar energy and the inverter converts the DC electricity to AC electricity to feed to a utility grid. The plurality of metal battens collects the solar energy and converts into thermal energy through running the liquid which is extracted to the heat exchanger resulting in producing domestic hot water.	07-28-2011

Robert Gottlieb, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090260336	Stirrup assembly - A stirrup assembly for aiding a rider when mounting a horse provides a stirrup assembly wherein part or all of the side of a stirrup can be rotated down into a locked horizontal position to become a step. The act of pulling down the movable side part compresses a strong return spring. When the movable side part is fully down, a latch is set which keeps it from returning. What was part of the stirrup side can now be used as a step for mounting and is quickly returned to its original upright position by the return spring when the rider steps on the latch release.	10-22-2009
20090266039	HORSE MOUNTING STIRRUP - A horse stirrup which also functions as a mounting aid by providing, in the same assembly, a foot supporting platform for riding, as well as a convenient, lower level platform for mounting. The mounting platform, and related structure, also function, in cooperation with the riding platform, to reduce the exposure of the rider to stirrup foot lock in case of a fall.	10-29-2009

Robert Gottlieb, Westford, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080263525	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING VULNERABILITIES IN SOURCE CODE - A method and system of detecting vulnerabilities in source code. Source code is parsed into an intermediate representation. Models (e.g., in the form of lattices) are derived for the variables in the code and for the variables and/or expressions used in conjunction with routine calls. The models are then analyzed in conjunction with pre-specified rules about the routines to determine if the routine call posses one or more of pre-selected vulnerabilities.	10-23-2008

Roberta Gottlieb, Rancho Sante Fe, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100160444	METHOD TO INHIBIT ISCHEMIA AND REPERFUSION INJURY - Methods of treating or inhibiting ischemia and reperfusion injury are provided.	06-24-2010

Roberta A. Gottlieb, San Diego, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110197294	COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR RESTORING MITOCHONDRIAL ELECTRON TRANSFER FUNCTION - The invention provides methods and compositions for treating, ameliorating or preventing diseases or conditions caused by or aggravated by lost and/or impaired mitochondrial Complex I function, including treating, ameliorating or preventing an ischemia and/or reperfusion injury, Parkinson's disease, myopathic diseases, cardiolipin deficiency, neurodegenerative diseases, aging, diabetes, obesity, sepsis and other conditions in which mitochondrial Complex I function is lost and/or impaired.	08-11-2011

Roberta A. Gottlieb, Solana Beach, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120042398	COMPOSITIONS FOR LABELING AND IDENTIFYING AUTOPHAGOSOMES AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THEM - The invention provides methods and compositions for detecting and measuring the amount of autophagosomes in cells or tissues, including biopsy samples, in vitro, in situ and/or in vivo. By detecting and measuring the amount of autophagosomes in cells or tissues, the methods and compositions of the invention also measure the amount of autophagic activity in a cell or a tissue. In one aspect, the invention can be adapted to a plate-reader format for high-throughput screening of drugs that modulate autophagy, i.e., high-throughput detection of autophagic (autophagosome) activity in cells or tissues. In alternative embodiments, the compositions of the invention can localize into autophagosomes (AV), and these compositions can comprise any detectable moiety or group, e.g., a cadaverine, a radioactive, fluorescent-, bioluminescent and/or paramagnetic-conjugated reagent.	02-16-2012
20130202646	COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MODULATING AUTOPHAGY - In alternative embodiments, the invention provides cell-permeable recombinant or synthetic proteins to modulate autophagy, including a Tat-Atg5K130R (inhibitor of autophagy) and a Tat-Beclin 1 (stimulant or activator of autophagy), and nucleic acids expressing them and methods for making and using them, e.g., to treat conditions and disorders responsive to autophagy modulation (e.g., where autophagy is dysregulated), including neurodegeneration, cystic fibrosis, cancer, heart failure, diabetes, obesity, sarcopenia, aging, ischemia/reperfusion, inflammatory disorders including Crohns, ulcerative colitis, biliary cirrhosis, lysosomal storage diseases, infectious diseases associated with intracellular pathogens including viruses, bacteria, and parasites such as Trypanosomes and malaria.	08-08-2013

Robert G. Gottlieb, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080264004	Horse mounting aid assembly - A mounting horse aid for attachment to a stirrup iron lowers the distance between a step, on which a rider steps to swing into a saddle and the ground. The attachment is pivotally mountable on the stirrup iron and is pivotally movable between a normally latched position, covering the rider's boot and an unlatched position to provide the lowered step for a rider.	10-30-2008
20120015786	SELF-OPERATING BACK STRETCHING DEVICE - A manually operated back stretching device may relieve compressive forces of the lower lumbar vertebrae and may safely stretch lower back muscles. The device may include a platform to support a user's lower legs. As the user moves a portion of the device with their arms towards their legs, the forward edge of the platform may rise up and tilt away from the user's torso, causing the user's hips to lift off the floor and stretching the user's back at the same time. As the user moves their arms back over their head, the user's back and legs may relax while the arms are pulled above the user's head. The result may be a back-and-forth dynamic rotational arching motion to repetitively raise the completely relaxed hips and tilt them forward to decompress the spine using appropriate longitudinal and torsion forces at the most pain causing compression points of the lower lumbar vertebrae. The device may safely stretch lower back muscles by incrementally stretching and releasing totally relaxed muscles a relative amount to squeeze out and remove toxic biochemicals from damaged muscle areas unreachable by direct massage.	01-19-2012
20140106941	SELF-OPERATING BACK STRETCHING DEVICE - A manually operated back stretching device for relieving compressive forces of the lower lumbar vertebrae and safely stretching lower back muscles includes a platform that supports a user's lower legs. As the user moves a portion of the device with their arms toward their legs, the forward edge of the platform rises up and tilts away from the user's torso, causing the user's hips to lift off the floor and simultaneously stretching the user's back. As the user moves their arms back over their head, the user's back and legs relax while the arms are pulled above the user's head. The result may be a back-and-forth dynamic rotational arching motion that repetitively raises the relaxed hips and tilts them forward to decompress the spine using appropriate longitudinal and torsion forces at the most pain causing compression points of the lower lumbar vertebrae.	04-17-2014

Robert Golden Gottlieb, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150313784	Lower Lumber Traction Device and Method of Use - A lower lumbar traction device for pulling and bending of the human spine with the hips suspended above the underlying surface. This device and method of use is a simple tool that when used properly may help those suffering from common forms of mechanically induced low back pain. The device and method of use uses gravity, leverage, and friction to produce decompressive forces directed at the most common location of discomfort, i.e., the posterior side of the lower lumbar vertebrae where bulging disc materials press against spinal nerves emerging from the spinal column as well as muscle stretching forces applied to lower and middle back area. The device comprises of: a width-adjustable and position-adjustable popliteal support mechanism; a popliteal support attachment mechanism; a truss with a plurality of slots; a hinge mechanism; a height-adjustable forward leg assembly with optional handles; a height-adjustable aft truss support mechanism; and a plurality of cables.	11-05-2015

Russell Bruce Gottlieb, Canton, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140291076	ELEVATOR SYSTEM BELT - A belt for suspending and/or driving an elevator car includes a plurality of wires arranged into a plurality of cords. The plurality of cords includes one or more inner cords located at an innermost portion of the belt relative to a lateral end of the belt and one or more outer cords located laterally outboard of the one or more inner cords. The one or more outer cords have a construction distinct from the one or more inner cords. A jacket substantially retains the plurality of cords.	10-02-2014

Saul Gottlieb, Miramar, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080207995	Surgical clip application assembly - An apparatus for the transoral invagination and fundoplication of the stomach to the esophagus includes a clip applier having sharp toothed jaws for grasping and damaging the fundus prior to applying the clip. The clip applier has an overall diameter of less than 7 mm. The clip applier jaws are coupled to a pull wire via a linkage which increases the mechanical advantage and thus permits greater grasping force. A plurality of clip designs are also provided.	08-28-2008
20080294178	Surgical clip application assembly - An apparatus for the transoral invagination and fundoplication of the stomach to the esophagus includes a clip applier having sharp toothed jaws for grasping and damaging the fundus prior to applying the clip. The clip applier has an overall diameter of less than 7 mm. The clip applier jaws are coupled to a pull wire via a linkage which increases the mechanical advantage and thus permits greater grasping force. A plurality of clip designs are also provided.	11-27-2008

Sheldon H. Gottlieb, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130041682	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ANALYZING PATIENT MEDICAL RECORDS - A medical form is marked by a clinician during a patient/clinician encounter to generate a record with information related to a current complaint. The form is partitioned into several regions related to patient history, examination and medical decision, respectively. The form is automatically analyzed and using the locations of the marks on the form and a predetermined set of rules, a billing code is generated. The billing code determines the fee to be paid to the clinician or health provider.	02-14-2013

Stacey Gottlieb US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20160018906	Fingernail System for Use with Capacitive Touchscreens - Capacitive fingernail systems adapted to fit on a fingernail and for use with a capacitive touchscreen, as well as methods of creating such systems, are disclosed. The capacitive fingernail system may include a conductive base layer secured to the fingernail, a conductive upper layer, and a dielectric medium between the base and upper layers. The capacitive fingernail system stores an amount of charge that is sufficient to permit the fingernail to successfully interact with a capacitive touchscreen. Also disclosed is a fingernail stylus for use with a capacitive touchscreen, having a shaped conductive device that is pre-formed so that it can be secured to a curvature of a fingernail. The shaped conductive surface transfers an effective amount of electrical energy to successfully interact with a capacitive touchscreen. Preferably, the capacitive fingernail systems are sized and shaped to fit unobtrusively on a fingernail without interfering with everyday activity.	01-21-2016

Steve Gottlieb, Ponce Inlet, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130174400	PADDLE - According to one embodiment of the invention, a method for an improved paddle may include fabricating a relief on the paddle blade's border. The method may also include securely fastening an impact absorbent material to the relief on the paddle blade's border to produce the improved paddle.	07-11-2013
20150213442	PAYMENT-CARD SYSTEM AND METHOD - A payment system may include a computer-interface to customize a payment-card. The system may also include user options on the computer-interface to be added to the payment-card including a plurality of rewards-programs. The system may further include visual icons generated by the computer-interface that are carried by the payment-card that indicate which rewards-programs are linked to the payment-card.	07-30-2015

Steven M. Gottlieb, New York, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100254672	GROUP PORTRAITS COMPOSED USING VIDEO CHAT SYSTEMS - Systems and methods for generating group portraits using video chat systems are provided. A communications system can generate a group portrait that includes an image of two or more users. For example, a communications system can generate a group portrait that includes an image of each user participating in a video conference, and the group portrait may serve as a memento from the video conference.	10-07-2010
20130191479	MULTIPARTY COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS AND METHODS THAT OPTIMIZE COMMUNICATIONS BASED ON MODE AND AVAILABLE BANDWIDTH - Improved methods, systems, and devices for managing communications are provided. A user device may display all ongoing communications so that a user can visualize the communications network or some subset thereof (e.g., a subgroup or group of users). A system may maintain the user device in an instant ready-on mode of communication with the other user devices. A user may then initiate communications with a subgroup (e.g., a pair) or group without initiating a new connection. Accordingly, a user can simultaneously and fluidly communicate at the subgroup level, at the group level, or at the inter-group level. Moreover, users can function as independent actors that can freely form and leave subgroups as well as groups.	07-25-2013
20140113725	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERFACING VIDEO GAMES AND USER COMMUNICATIONS - Systems and methods for interfacing video games and user communications are provided. Communications amongst users can affect a video game provided to the users. For example, communications can be monitored to determine when a video game event occurs and then a video game event can be generated. Moreover, one or more aspects of the video game can affect communications amongst the users. For example, the active user of a video game may be used to adjust the prominence of communications amongst the users.	04-24-2014
20140176665	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING MULTI-USER EVENTS - Systems and methods for facilitating multi-user events are provided. In at least one embodiment, a method for preventing unauthorized access to an environment of a user device connected to a multi-user network is provided. The method includes determining whether the user device is being actively used for communicating with at least one remote device connected to network, and causing a status of the user device to be altered in response to a determination that the user device is not being actively used for communicating with the at least one remote device.	06-26-2014
20140301574	NETWORKS OF PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES THAT COLLECTIVELY GENERATE SOUND - Systems and methods for collectively generating sound are provided. A sound composition can include multiple component pieces and those component pieces can be divided amongst devices so that the devices can collectively generate the sound composition. For example, each component piece may be assigned to a different device and the each device may provide its assigned component pieces in a synchronized manner so that the overall sound composition is collectively generated. By generating a sound composition in this manner, the network may create new and exciting spatial effects.	10-09-2014
20150054911	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERFACING VIDEO GAMES AND USER COMMUNICATIONS - Improved methods, systems, and devices for managing communications are provided. A user device may display all ongoing communications so that a user can visualize the communications network or some subset thereof (e.g., a subgroup or group of users). A system may maintain the user device in an instant ready-on mode of communication with the other user devices. A user may then initiate communications with a subgroup (e.g., a pair) or group without initiating a new connection. Accordingly, a user can simultaneously and fluidly communicate at the subgroup level, at the group level, or at the inter-group level. Moreover, users can function as independent actors that can freely form and leave subgroups as well as groups.	02-26-2015
20150077508	MULTIPARTY COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS AND METHODS THAT OPTIMIZE COMMUNICATIONS BASED ON MODE AND AVAILABLE BANDWIDTH - Improved methods, systems, and devices for managing communications are provided. A user device may display all ongoing communications so that a user can visualize the communications network or some subset thereof (e.g., a subgroup or group of users). A system may maintain the user device in an instant ready-on mode of communication with the other user devices. A user may then initiate communications with a subgroup (e.g., a pair) or group without initiating a new connection. Accordingly, a user can simultaneously and fluidly communicate at the subgroup level, at the group level, or at the inter-group level. Moreover, users can function as independent actors that can freely form and leave subgroups as well as groups.	03-19-2015
20150106227	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DYNAMICALLY CONTROLLING VISUAL EFFECTS ASSOCIATED WITH ONLINE PRESENTATIONS - Various embodiments are provided generally relating to controlling visual effects associated with online presentations. In some embodiments, an online presentation can be provided from a presenter to a plurality of users accessing a user interface displaying the online presentation. In response to providing the online presentations, a background setting of each user can automatically change from a first state to a second state. Furthermore, in response to providing the online presentation, the presenter and each user accessing the user interface can be placed in an active mode of communication which can enable live video communications to be transmitted from the presenter to each of the plurality of users.	04-16-2015
20150116448	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING THE DISPLAY OF CONTENT - Systems and methods for controlling the display of content are provided. In at least one embodiment, a method for controlling the display of live video feeds in a video chat is provided. The method includes displaying the video feed in a first manner, altering the display of the video feed when a predefined time elapses, and maintaining the altered display of the video feed until at least one predetermined event occurs.	04-30-2015
20150281865	AUDIO SYSTEMS AND METHODS EMPLOYING AN ARRAY OF TRANSDUCERS OPTIMIZED FOR PARTICULAR SOUND FREQUENCIES - Systems and methods for generating sound, detecting sound, and generating and detecting sound are provided. An array of audio transducers can be provided whereby each audio transducer in the array can be optimized for a narrow range of sound frequencies. When operating at or close to its resonant frequency, a transducer can generate (and/or detect) sound with a higher efficiency and less distortion as compared to other frequencies. Accordingly, sound may be divided into component signals such that each transducer is only responsible for generating (and/or detection) sound close to its resonant frequency. This sound reproduction (and/or detection) technique can increase efficiency, and therefore, can increase the total output volume that an array can generate using a given amount of input power when generating sound (and/or increase the total output power that an array can generate using a given amount of input volume when detecting sound).	10-01-2015
20150301694	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTEGRATING IN-PERSON AND ONLINE ASPECTS INTO A SEAMLESS EVENT EXPERIENCE - Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media for integrating online and in-person aspects of an event into a seamless experience are provided. A display screen may be provided within a live event attended by one or more audience members and one or more presenters, as well as one or more online participants accessing the event remotely. Attendees of the event may be capable of viewing the display screen within the event whereas online participants may also view the display screen using their user device. In some embodiments, a first indicator displayed on the display screen may be selected corresponding to a first online participant accessing the event, which may be displayed on the display screen.	10-22-2015
20150301720	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FORMING GROUP COMMUNICATIONS WITHIN AN ONLINE EVENT - Systems, methods, and devices for combining user communications are described herein. In some embodiments, indicators corresponding to online participants accessing an online event are provided on a user interface. An input selecting one of the indicators may be detected from an online participant, and a merged display of the selected indicator and the indicator of the online participant who made the selection may be presented on the user interface. In response to the input, a communications link between the online participants of the merged display may be created. The communication link may allow transmission of reception of prioritized communication between the online participants of the merged display.	10-22-2015
20150304376	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A COMPOSITE AUDIENCE VIEW - Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media for a composite audience view are provided. A first set of indicators and a second set of indicators on a display screen. In some embodiments, a selection may be received by an event administrator on a display screen of a host device. The administrator may select a point on their display screen that is substantially close to one of the first or second set of indicators. In response to the selection, the first set of indicators and the second set of indicators may be modified. For example, in response to selecting a point near the second set of indicators, the first set of indicators and the second set of indicators may switch positions on the display screen.	10-22-2015
20150304608	MULTIPARTY COMMUNICATIONS AND METHODS THAT UTILIZE MULTIPLE MODES OF COMMUNICATION - Improved methods, systems, and devices for managing communications are provided. A user device may display all ongoing communications so that a user can visualize the communications network or some subset thereof (e.g., a subgroup or group of users). A system may maintain the user device in an instant ready-on mode of communication with the other user devices. A user may then initiate communications with a subgroup (e.g., a pair) or group without initiating a new connection. Accordingly, a user can simultaneously and fluidly communicate at the subgroup level, at the group level, or at the inter-group level. Moreover, users can function as independent actors that can freely form and leave subgroups as well as groups.	10-22-2015
20150326458	Systems and Methods for Monitoring Participant Attentiveness Within Events and Group Assortments - Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer readable medium are described for monitoring participant attentiveness within events and for group assortments. In some embodiments, communications received from an online participant of an event may be monitored. Based on the monitored communications, a steady state level may be determined. Changes within the monitored communications from the steady state level may be detected and then stored within an event participation log.	11-12-2015
20150328545	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERFACING VIDEO GAMES AND USER COMMUNICATIONS - Systems and methods for interfacing video games and user communications are provided. Communications amongst users can affect a video game provided to the users. For example, communications can be monitored to determine when a video game event occurs and then a video game event can be generated. Moreover, one or more aspects of the video game can affect communications amongst the users. For example, the active user of a video game may be used to adjust the prominence of communications amongst the users.	11-19-2015
20150334142	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CREATING AND PUBLISHING CUSTOMIZABLE IMAGES FROM WITHIN ONLINE EVENTS - Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media creating and publishing customizable images from within online events are provided. A user may capture an image from an online event presented within a user interface. In response to capturing the image, a pop-up window may be displayed within the presented online event on the user interface. In some embodiments, the pop-up window may include one or more options for customizing or modifying a background of the capture image, as well as including one or more sharing options to publish the captured image.	11-19-2015
20160027471	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CREATING, EDITING AND PUBLISHING RECORDED VIDEOS - Systems and methods for creating, editing and publishing recorded videos based on user selected edit points are described herein. The present invention transforms a recorded video and user selected edit points into a customized presentable video. A video editing tool analyzes a recorded video and flags occurrences of user selected edit points. The video editing tool then creates a customized video that can include video portions based on user selected edit points. The video can also include flags for a user to jump from edit point to edit point.	01-28-2016
20160065897	MULTIPARTY COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS AND METHODS THAT OPTIMIZE COMMUNICATIONS BASED ON MODE AND AVAILABLE BANDWIDTH - Improved methods, systems, and devices for managing communications are provided. A user device may display all ongoing communications so that a user can visualize the communications network or some subset thereof (e.g., a subgroup or group of users). A system may maintain the user device in an instant ready-on mode of communication with the other user devices. A user may then initiate communications with a subgroup (e.g., a pair) or group without initiating a new connection. Accordingly, a user can simultaneously and fluidly communicate at the subgroup level, at the group level, or at the inter-group level. Moreover, users can function as independent actors that can freely form and leave subgroups as well as groups.	03-03-2016

Ted Gottlieb, Lake Tahoe, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090091081	Wagering Method and Apparatus based on a numerical total - A wagering game that deals a hand to a player and a dealer. A numerical total of the player's hand is compared to a numerical total of the dealer's hand in order to determine which hand, the player's or the dealer's, is higher (and hence the winner). Before reaching the comparison, the player must make at least one additional raise wager(s) before being dealt an additional card(s).	04-09-2009

Yitzchak Gottlieb, Edison, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120250575	Automated Policy Generation for Mobile Communication Networks - A solution to the problem of automated policy generation for mobile ad hoc networks includes an optimization-based, utility-driven approach aimed at generating optimal policies with respect to the given network objectives. The combination of optimization heuristics and network simulation is used to solve the problem. Specifically, the problem of automated generation of network management policies based on available network plans and related information is solved by converting the policy generation into the following optimization problem: given network information and objectives as input, generate optimal policies as output. The optimization process is guided by a utility function based on performance evaluation criteria reflecting the network objectives.	10-04-2012
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Yitzchak M. Gottlieb, Edison, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140020066	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SPAMMER HOST DETECTION FROM NETWORK FLOW DATA PROFILES - A system and method for spammer host detection from network flow data profiles comprises constructing one or more cluster profiles and detecting spammer hosts. Construction cluster profiles comprises observing network flow data from one or more hosts; for each host, representing the network flow data associated with the host as a multidimensional vector; clustering the vectors of the hosts into the plurality of cluster profiles; annotating each cluster profile using at least one of black lists and white lists; and calculating a confidence in each cluster profile annotation. Detecting spammer hosts comprises observing the network flow data from a new host; representing the network flow data associated with the new host as a multidimensional vector, and placing the new multidimensional vector of the new host into one cluster profile of the one or more cluster profiles.	01-16-2014
20150304411	Self-Organizing Distributed Service Overlay for Wireless Ad Hoc Networks - An apparatus and a method are operable to enable peer-to-peer communication between a first communication node having a first server application and an associated first client application and a second communication node having a second server application and an associated second client application in a wireless ad hoc network. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes memory including computer program code configured to, with a processor, cause the apparatus to determine an identity and service capability of the second communication node, initiate the first client application on the first communication node, enable the first server application with the first client application on the first communication node to communicate with the second client application via the second server application on the second communication node, and provide a service associated with the first client application and the second client application between the first server application and the second server application.	10-22-2015