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Shoppers have an unlimited number of retail apps that promise to deliver the right product at the right price at the right time. The latest and greatest app bells and whistles may attract the new user, but developing them into a long-term follower/ user is easier said than done. It's easier to get them then to keep them, after all.
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Traditional digital advertising channels are delivering declining results, forcing marketers to look for new alternatives that deliver better ROI. Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful new addition to the marketing mix.
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Bots are more than just trendy. They're increasingly becoming a smart business decision and one that more than just the big players are sitting up and noticing. From Foursquare's Marsbot (eatery recommendations) to Uber (rides) to the many bots that plug in to Slack, it's clear there is both a B2B and B2C purpose for bots.
For Activision, using bots via Facebook to announce this year's Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare release to consumers netted them over 6 million messages between users. The beauty of bots, as Activision and others have discovered, is that they allow businesses greater access to increasingly mobile messaging consumers. Facebook is investing fully in the chatbot experience with brands including Staples, Bank of America, and Taco Bell.
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Type of Physician: Infectious Disease Specialist
What is a Infectious Disease Specialist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine; practitioners deal with infectious diseases of all types and in all organs. AIDS patients and patients with fevers of unknown origin are often diagnosed and treated by these subspecialists. They are also experts in preventive medicine and medical conditions associated with travel.
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Jefferson Comprehensive Care
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The Kentucky Enquirer reports that a grand jury indicted Frederick Davis of Covington on one count of murder and one count of attempted murder.
Davis is accused of fatally shooting the Rev. Donald Fairbanks and wounding Dowdell Cobb on Nov. 1 as they arrived for a funeral at a Covington church.
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Even though this is Boise's third year hosting the event, it already holds one of the most memorable finishes in Ironman 70.3 history.
Two time Ironman World Champion, Craig Alexander and multiple Ironman champion, Chris Lieto gave the fans lined along 8th street in the heart of downtown Boise, an edge of their seats display of what the sport of triathlon is all about.
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About Quality Accounts
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A Quality Account is a written report that providers of NHS services are required to submit to the Secretary of State and publish on the NHS Choices website each June summarising the quality of their services during the previous financial year. One of the elements included in the Quality Account relates to clinical audit.
This page houses the NHS England Quality Accounts list, and HQIP's National Clinical Audit & Enquiries Directory. It also provides further information and guidance to Healthcare Service Providers around Quality Accounts.
The new NHS England Quality Accounts list 2016/17 is available here. The list contains 51 programmes which met the NHS England criteria and/or are contained on the NCAPOP or Consultant Outcomes Publications programmes. The list details the National Clinical Audits and Clinical Outcome Review programmes which NHS England advises Trusts to prioritise for participation and inclusion in their Quality Accounts for 2016/17.
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Paula Abdul "lives to dance!"
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The former American Idol judge's is said to be "devastated" after learning that her shortlived CBS dance reality competition Live to Dance has not been renewed for a second season on The Eye. The show, which also featured former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt and choreographer Travis Payne, debuted to 10 million viewers — trumping even NBC's The Biggest Loser — when it premiered last month, but it didn't take look for the audience to lose interest.
"Paula kept hoping week after week that her show would pick up new viewers," says a tipster. "But each week the ratings trailed off. It ended with only a little more than 4 million viewers watching the final… way too few for CBS to keep Paula's dream dance show alive."
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Jump back into the whimsical world of "Fable III" with the all new "Understone Quest Pack," available starting today on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 400 Microsoft Points. The new Game Add-on grants fans access to three unique experiences, including a journey through the mysterious town called Understone, tucked beneath the bustling streets of Bowerstone.
Designed by the peculiar mind of inventor Montague Hummes following the uncertain events that unfolded in "Fable II," Understone brings new houses and stalls to own, creatures to conquer and a mystery to solve. The "Understone Quest Pack" brings more action and adventure your way with the following quests:
"The Voice": In the main quest, explore the mysterious underground land built by Montague Hummes in fear of the Spire in "Fable II"
· Discover the origin of the voice that controls the people of Understone
· Features a moral decision that will lead to two drastically different outcomes in Understone
"Shooting Range": After defeating Saker during your quest to become Queen of King, the remaining Mercenaries have turned their camp into a tourist attraction. The main attraction being the replayable shooting range mode
· Beat the high scores to win three prizes that can be used while playing the minigame: the Marksman 500 (gifted to players for downloading the pack), Money Shot (prize) and Black Dragon (prize)
"The Wheel of Misfortune": After Reaver vacated his home, he set up a venture for budding heroes to replay the thrilling arena-based challenges within his new dwellings
· Beat the high scores to win three new weapons that can be used while playing in the minigame: The Full Monty (gifted to players upon downloading pack), Dirty Harriet (prize) and Dead Ned's Revolver (prize)
Also coming soon, fans will see some positive changes to the "Fable III" gameplay via a Title Update. Lionhead Studios has been hard at work addressing gameplay issues in the massive world of Fable III. In addition, a new voice over pack will be released for some regions, adding even more polish to the adventure. Title update fixes will address the following and more:
· General gameplay progression and spawning issues
· Sanctuary map and audio functionality
· Isolated corrupted game saves
· General performance surrounding Orbs, audio, frame rates and other features
For a detailed list of fixes that the Title Update will address, visit lionhead.com/fable3.
Fable III" is an action-adventure title available now at retailers worldwide, exclusively on Xbox 360. "Fable III" is rated "M" for Mature by the ESRB and available in a Standard Edition ($59.99 U.S. ERP) and Limited Collector's Edition ($79.99 U.S. ERP). For more information, visit xbox.com/fable3. For additional details, visit Lionhead at lionhead.com/fable3 and facebook.com/fable3. For general assets, visit http://edelmanadmin.psni.com/public/Fable%20III/.
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A guide to the Chicago Air and Water Show
Find beaches, rooftop bars and skyscrapers that give you the best views of the Chicago Air and Water Show
The annual Chicago Air and Water Show returns to North Avenue Beach on August 15 and 16 for another weekend of aerial Top Gun trickery and spectacular sea stunts. Among the performers bringing pagentry and daredevil moves to the lakefront summer festival are the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights, and the high-octane Breitling Jet Team. Look at photos from past shows and check out our guide to the best sightlines, whether it's a rooftop bar, skyscraper or beach.


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Cherry Nut Dessert Squares
|Nut bread mix
|15 1⁄2 Ounce (1 Package, Quick)
|1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs), softened
|Prepared cherry fruit pie filling
|21 Ounce (1 Can)
|Sweetened condensed milk
|14 Ounce (1 Can, Not Evaporated)
|1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)
Heat oven to 350°F.
Generously grease 13x9-inch pan.
In large bowl, combine first 3 ingredients; stir until crumbly.
Press into bottom of prepared pan.
Bake at 350°F. for 10 minutes.
Gently spoon cherry pie filling over partially baked crust; spread evenly.
Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over pie filling; sprinkle with coconut Bake an additional 30 to 40 minutes or until light golden brown.
Serve warm or cool.
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Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 4103 Calories from Fat 1684
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 191 g294.4%
Saturated Fat 76 g380.1%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 366.4 mg122.1%
Sodium 2769.5 mg115.4%
Total Carbohydrates 568 g189.4%
Dietary Fiber 21 g84.1%
Sugars 330.3 g
Protein 57 g114.7%
Vitamin A 102.2% Vitamin C 59.6%
Calcium 123.8% Iron 33.4%
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|May 16, 2000
|Filing date
|Aug 25, 1997
|Priority date
|Aug 25, 1997
|Fee status
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|Clay Burns, Chaitanya Kanojia, Martin Cosgrove
|Original Assignee
|Enderlin Inc.
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (5), Referenced by (37), Classifications (9), Legal Events (4)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
The present invention concerns wireless technologies for electronic devices within a single interior location. This category of wireless technology is often referred to as "local" wireless communication.
There are a number of products utilizing infrared signals for local wireless communication in the computer and electronics industry. Infrared's advantages over other wireless technologies include low cost, low complexity, low power consumption, and directionality. Because the infrared signal is generally directional, it provides high security and low interference with other local signals. However, signal directionality is also infrared's primary limitation; devices must typically be in line-of-sight, that is the infrared transceivers must be generally pointed at each other in order to maintain connection. Another limitation is that infrared signals will not pass through solid objects. Therefore, the signal path must also be clear of obstacles.
In contrast to infrared, radio and cellular waves can pass through solid objects and need not be directed in local areas. However, radio and cellular systems typically require more power than infrared, are bulkier, more costly, and require an antenna for clear reception. Further, they are less applicable to environments where several other wireless devices are in operation, because the likelihood of interference and possible signal tampering is increased. An example of such interference is often found in the cordless phone.
An important factor in the use of wireless communication systems is the intended environment. Infrared links are often favored in large office environments because they may be locally directed, and may therefore be arranged such that various infrared signals utilized simultaneously by different workers will not interfere with one another. However, workers are still generally tied to their respective workstations due to infrared's line-of-sight and obstacle-free limitations.
Small businesses are a different case. They often have fewer than ten employees, and in many cases comprise only a sole professional or tradesperson. For these businesses interference issues are less important. Further, there is a wider variety of workspaces and working styles; owners and employees are more likely to work at a coffee table, sofa, easy chair, or other non-traditional workspace. These people often use portable computers and frequently need to reconnect modem, fax, and printer cables when moving around in their workspace or returning from meetings and business trips.
The number of home computer users is growing due to the evolution of the internet and developments in integrated home computer solutions such as Web-TV. The home may represent an even smaller environment and fewer number of users than a small business, and the nature of the computer workspace and user interaction becomes even more varied; computers are used in living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, home offices, basements, dens, game rooms, and so on. The structure of these computer interaction environments can differ markedly from that of the standard desk workspace found in most offices.
Finally, hotel rooms, conference rooms, and other temporary locations are also becoming common environments for the use of portable computers such as laptops, notebook computers, and palmtops. These areas have environments similar to those of the small business and home.
There is thus a need for an improved yet economical infrared connection for local wireless communication between computers and peripherals. Further, the need is greater in the small business, home, and remote location environments than in the large corporate environment because: a) low cost is generally more critical in the smaller environments than in the corporate environment, b) flexibility of workspace and habits is more varied in the smaller environments than in the corporate environment, c) many corporate environments are already served by wireless LAN systems, which are not appropriate for the smaller environments, d) interference dangers are limited in the smaller environments, and e) extended use of internet, email, and integrated home computer solutions is greater in the smaller environments, thereby requiring improved flexibility in computer location and use. The present invention relates to an apparatus for communicating local electronic data using infrared waves that meets the needs listed above and that may be employed in a number of applications.
U.S. Pat. No. 5,345,327 to Savicki [1994] discloses a system for diffuse infrared communication comprising two particularly distinguishing features:
a) detection of the edge of the digital infrared signal, and
b) use of a non-directional concentrator in the form of a convex hemisphere.
However, the system to Savicki suffers from the following disadvantages:
a) a single system employing edge signal detection is inferior for use among a variety of devices. Because edge signal detection relies on a relatively consistent and known slope of the infrared signal frequency in order to differentiate the signal from the ambient noise frequencies, it cannot be easily employed with devices where the incoming signal is of varying waveform or irregular cycle, such as the case with modems, keyboards, and printers, unless a substantial amount of additional processing electronics are incorporated to identify the signal. This requires additional cost and complexity in the processing circuitry, or requires that the transceiving devices are placed in line-of-sight with each other to reduce the possibility of interference with other signals and ambient noise.
b) the system is not applicable for simultaneous two-way communication between the transceivers, as needed in the case of a modem or printing with handshaking to maintain data integrity. This is because the forms of the outgoing and incoming edge-detected signal are the same, thereby necessitating that each transceiver wait until a message is received before sending a reply in order to avoid interference between signals within the system. Thus, while the Savicki signal may be differentiated from the ambient noise, it suffers from the undesirable possibility of interference within its own system when simultaneous two-way communication is required.
c) a convex non-directional concentrator is less efficient due to loss of light flux in the infrared range than an alternative receiving lens disclosed in the present invention, and does not help to alleviate the need for the transceiving elements to be in line-of-sight.
d) the system is limited to a preset directionality of infrared signals, and cannot be modified by the user for uni-directional use when a direct path of communication is desired to reduce interference.
U.S. Pat. No. 5,359,189 to Savicki [1994], discloses a non-directional concentrator comprising a hemispherical lens having a radius of a specified range and a flattened top. While the disclosed concentrator improves non-directional infrared data communication, the hemispherical shape is less efficient than an alternative receiving lens disclosed in the present invention, and does not in itself alleviate the need for the transceiving elements to be in line-of-sight. Further, the concentrator does not provide for adjusting the system for wider or narrower bands of directionality.
While the prior inventions and existing technologies may be used for local wireless electronic data communication, they generally suffer from one or more disadvantages. Accordingly, several objects and advantages of the present invention are:
a) to provide an omni-directional local infrared wireless electronic data communication system that does not require line-of-sight transmission,
b) to provide a local infrared electronic data communication system that maintains connection when blocked or briefly interrupted, thereby providing superior reliability and data integrity,
c) to provide a local infrared connection between a computer and variety of peripheral devices, such as a modem, printer, or keyboard, whereby users can operate the devices for various activities such as email, internet, printing, keyboard input, and electronic faxing in various environments such as living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, home offices, basements, dens, game rooms, and whereby users can move the devices within a space while operating the devices via the infrared link,
d) to provide a system for communicating omni-directional infrared electronic data between two or more electronic products, such as televisions and controllers, video recorders and projectors, handheld scanners, body-mounted computers, tracking devices, and other input or output devices,
e) to provide an omni-directional local infrared communication system that can be implemented to connect to a device in a number of forms, including separate adapters, semi-permanent connectors, plug-in modules, and modules that are integrated and built-in to the device, and,
f) to provide a universal local wireless electronic data communication system that can be adjusted for both uni-directional and omni-directional use.
The present invention discloses a system for communicating electronic data within a local area using an omni-directional infrared system. While the fundamental invention has several applications in industry, business, and home electronics, the preferred embodiment comprises a local infrared communication system for portable or desktop computers and peripherals. The infrared communication system provides a superior low-cost wireless solution for small to medium size environments, rooms, and areas such as those found in small businesses, home offices, houses, apartments, and hotel rooms. A further embodiment of the invention provides adjustability of the directionality of the system so that it may be optimized for wide or narrow beam use, providing a universal system for a variety of operating environments.
FIG. 1-A shows a transceiver in accordance with the invention, in partial block diagram form,
FIG. 1-B shows a front surface view of the transceiver of FIG. 1-A,
FIG. 2 shows the top-level architecture for the electronics,
FIG. 3 shows a schematic representation of the peak detection method including the use of a dynamic threshold,
FIG. 4 shows a schematic example of how the infrared signal is communicated in a typical environment when the line-of-sight path is blocked,
FIG. 5 shows a portable computer and wireless modem employing the system of the invention,
FIG. 6 shows a television-computer and keyboard employing the system of the invention, and
FIG. 7 shows an adjustable directionality feature that may be employed in the system.
FIG. 1-A shows a schematic diagram of an omni-directional infrared transceiver for communicating electronic data. The transceiver is electronically connected to a device via means 8, which may comprise a wire, solder joint, connector, or other suitable method. The device may be a portable or movable device, such as a notebook computer, or a stationary device, such as a printer. Power is applied to the transceiver via means 9, which may include power from the device, batteries, or separate AC power.
The transceiver assembly includes circuit board 7 and enclosure surface 4. The enclosure surface may be part of the device or a separate transceiver enclosure. Collector lens 2 and LED array 1 are located on the outside of the enclosure. Inside the enclosure are infrared signal processing circuitry 5, device communication processing circuitry 6, and photo diode 3.
Two transceivers are required for communication of electronic data between two devices. The devices are located in a room or area such that the transceivers are generally within 30 feet of each other. Data communication is performed normally, as though the devices were connected by a cable or wire. The devices may be moved relative to each other, as long as they remain within a single area such that local signals may be transmitted and received.
Collector lens 2, shown in cross-sectional view in FIG. 1-A, is a preferred embodiment of a non-directional collecting and concentrating lens. Lens 2 is relatively large in diameter compared with photo diode 4, which is mounted below the lens at a distance equal to the focal point of the lens. Lens 2 generally resides in a flat plane, and consists of a number of raised concentric rings whose cross sections are that of a prism. The lens may also include a number of flat concentric rings, often alternately dispersed with the prismatic rings. These features provide optimum collection and concentration of infrared signals of both low and high incident angle. Further, the lens reduces the loss of light flux in the infrared range compared with a traditional dome lens, thereby enhancing relative signal intensity. A lens of this general type is commonly known as a Fresnel lens, although variations on this configuration are included within the present invention.
FIG. 1-B shows a schematic diagram of the front surface of the transceiver. Enclosure surface 4 is shown in partial cut-away view, upon which are located LED array 1 and collector lens 2.
FIG. 2 shows the top-level electronics architecture for infrared data communication according to the invention. Transmitting device data, 21, passes through an optional error-checking layer, 22, and is communicated to the transceiver via device port 23. At stage 24 the data are modulated into multiple frequencies for full duplex communication, and are then transmitted via infrared LED array 25. The infrared signal, 26, passes through collector lens 27 and is received by photo diode 28, along with ambient light noise. Most ambient light is rejected at initial signal amplification stage 29. The signal frequency is isolated using a high-low combination band pass filter stage, 30, and the signal is further amplified at stage 31. The peak signal detection stage 32 comprises rectification 33, demodulation 34, and variable threshold comparator 35. If the data are invalid, the peak threshold is iteratively adjusted according to feedback loop 37 until acceptable data are obtained. Finally, valid data are passed through optional error checking stage 36, and onto the receiving device 38. Error checking stages 22 and 36 are optional because some devices include internal error-checking routines.
FIG. 3 shows representative infrared signal paths, including direct and single bounce signals, between two omni-directional transceivers 44 and 46. Infrared signals from transceiver 44 are transmitted through LED array 51. Signals are received by transceiver 46 through collector lens 52. In this scenario, direct signal 43 is blocked by object 45, which may comprise furniture, equipment, persons, and so on. "Single-bounce" infrared signals 42 and 47 travel around the object, bouncing off surface 41 and object 48 respectively. Wide conical angles of transmission, 49, and reception, 50, are possible. Thus there is an infinite range of signal paths that are possible, of which signals 43, 42 and 47 are only representatives. When object 45 is no longer blocking the path, signal 43 can pass directly between the devices with no bounces. Signals are transmitted in the same way from transceiver 46 to transceiver 44, often simultaneously.
Signals of two or more bounces may also occur in this system. For example, if one transceiver is aimed directly away from the other transceiver, the signal may reflect off two surfaces before being received. Such signals are less reliable than direct or single-bounce signals because most of the signal intensity is lost after the first bounce. However, depending on the strength of the signal and the nature of the reflecting surface, some "two-bounce" infrared signals will provide or augment connection between the transceivers.
FIG. 4 shows waveforms illustrating the peak detection methodology with dynamic threshold used to identify the infrared signal. Infrared signal 90 is identified from ambient noise 91 by selecting the strongest peak signal within a threshold band 92. Threshold band 92 is continuously monitored, recalculated, and adjusted during the search for the infrared signal by means of a comparator loop. This methodology allows for the detection of the infrared signal independent of the frequency or form of the infrared wave, thereby providing a system that can operate with a variety of infrared signals from a modem or other peripheral device, and can transmit signals simultaneously without interference of the signals. In the case where a direct line-of-sight signal is received, a signal peak of very high intensity, 93, is detected via dynamic adjustment of the signal amplitude threshold levels to band 94. This information is recorded for optional continuous automatic adjustment of directional and omni-directional infrared signal transmission (FIG. 7).
FIG. 5 shows the omni-directional infrared communication system for use with a portable computer and a modem. Transceiver 56 is built-in to portable computer 56. Transceiver 58 is integral with modem 57 and is located on a nearby surface. Modem 57 includes standard phone cable 59.
To operate the system, cable 59 is connected to a phone jack and modem 57 is placed on a surface within 30 feet of the computer. The computer is then operated normally. When the modem or internal fax functions are desired, the appropriate port for modem communications is selected using the computer's associated internal software.
FIG. 6 shows the omni-directional infrared communication system for use with a keyboard 67 and device 65, which may be a computer, internet-capable television, or any electronic device requiring a keyboard. Transceiver 66 is built-in to device 65. Transceiver 68 is integral with keyboard 67. The keyboard is operated normally in a local environment. The keyboard may be moved to various locations in a room or area while maintaining connection.
FIG. 7 shows a preferred embodiment of a feature which provides automatic or manual adjustment of the directionality of the omni-directional infrared system for different environments. Transmitting LED array 71 is comprised of wide-beam LED's 72 and narrow-beam LED 73. Switch 76 is employed to select between wide or narrow beam transmission, and is controlled by switch controller 77. When switch 76 is connected to LED's 72 via circuit 75, a wide-angle beam and thus non-directional transceiving is provided. When switch 76 is connected to LED 73 via circuit 74, a narrow-beam and thus uni-directional transceiving is provided. Switch controller 77 may be governed manually by a user control 78, such as a toggle switch or push-button. Switch controller 77 may also be controlled automatically using an electronic circuit 79 that monitors the need for omni-directional connection when line-of-sight is not possible, i.e. when a high-intensity peak as shown in FIG. 4 is not obtainable.
Additional LED's may be incorporated into the array having varying degrees of beam concentration, and switch 76 may be configured to include additional settings or a continuous range of variable adjustment. Further, adjustability of the directionality of the system may be augmented using additional mechanical or optical methods, such as mechanical collimators, optical shutters, and adjustable field-of-view LED'S.
In addition to the embodiments of the invention disclosed above, there are a number of other embodiments and applications:
In one embodiment the system may be designed to provide a longer range of connection of up to 100 feet by supplying a increases in power, receiving lens size, and LED array configuration.
In still another embodiment, several units may be employed in a large area and configured to communicate with each other, thereby increasing the range and networking capability of the system.
In related embodiments, the transceivers may be implemented in a number of packaging configurations, such as semi-permanent modules, plug-in modules, single and multiple chip-sets, and separate adapters requiring connectors well known in the industry including but not limited to: parallel, serial, keyboard, video, PCMCIA, universal serial bus, audio, and RS-232.
In yet another embodiment the technology may be used for communication between a wearable personal computer and its associated peripherals.
In further embodiments, the system may be configured for use with existing communication protocols, such as universal serial bus (USB) protocols and interfaces, and Infrared Data Association (IrDA) standards.
Finally, in addition to the disclosed embodiments, the system may be used for communicating data between any number of electronic products, including: computer to computer, computer with other devices such as printers, fax machines, handheld scanners, video cameras, video and slide projectors, and other input or output systems such as television and video game controllers, audio speakers and headphones, remote inventory and tracking devices, and telephone signal devices.
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|Nec Corporation
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|Dec 30, 2004
|University Of South Florida
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|International Classification
|Cooperative Classification
|European Classification
|Aug 25, 1997
Owner name: ENDERLIN, INC., NEW YORK
Free format text: ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST;ASSIGNORS:BURNS, CLAY;KANOJIA, CHAITANYA;COSGROVE, MARTIN;REEL/FRAME:008777/0522
Effective date: 19970823
|Dec 3, 2003
|Maintenance fee reminder mailed
|May 17, 2004
|Lapse for failure to pay maintenance fees
|Jul 13, 2004
|Expired due to failure to pay maintenance fee
Effective date: 20040516


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