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1.

System and method for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements

      
Application Number 17114364
Grant Number 11854048
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-07
First Publication Date 2023-12-26
Grant Date 2023-12-26
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haley, Ben
  • Els, Michael
  • Harris, Damien
  • Farmer, Christopher
  • Carlson, Kurt

Abstract

A method and system for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises communicating with a bidder and an impression server and an event tracking server. The bidder receives a real-time bidding (RTB) request containing an available impression from an exchange and places a bid corresponding to the RTB request. The impression server receives impression requests from a browser and responds to the impression requests from the browser. The event tracking server receives event requests from the browser and responds to event requests from the browser. Campaign performance data is retrieved from one or more of the impression server and the event tracking server and compared to the campaign target. The bidder is notified whether to bid for online advertisement impressions based on the campaign performance data.

IPC Classes  ?

2.

Blockchain data

      
Application Number 17748852
Grant Number 11900405
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-19
First Publication Date 2023-04-06
Grant Date 2024-02-13
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Webster, Jay
  • Olson, Alexander J.
  • Speckbacher, Tobias
  • Binnewies, Andreas

Abstract

A coupon-minter is configured to perform operations including: generating a coupon comprising encrypted discount information, wherein the encrypted discount information is encrypted with a discount key; generating, for the coupon, a hashlock from a preimage; introducing the coupon to a blockchain in association with the hashlock, wherein the blockchain is configured to permit claiming of the generated coupon only upon receiving access to the preimage used to generate the hashlock. A store-manager configured to perform operations including: claiming, using the preimage, the coupon in the blockchain; encrypting the discount key with a clearing-house public key; updating the coupon with the encrypted discount key. A clearing-house-manager configured to perform operations comprising: detecting the store-manager's claiming of the coupon; decrypting the encrypted discount key with a clearing-house private key to re-generate the discount key; and decrypting the encrypted discount information with the preimage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G06Q 30/0207 - Discounts or incentives, e.g. coupons or rebates
  • H04L 9/30 - Public key, i.e. encryption algorithm being computationally infeasible to invert and users' encryption keys not requiring secrecy
  • H04L 9/08 - Key distribution
  • G06Q 20/38 - Payment protocolsDetails thereof
  • G06Q 20/02 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols involving a neutral third party, e.g. certification authority, notary or trusted third party [TTP]
  • G06Q 20/06 - Private payment circuits, e.g. involving electronic currency used only among participants of a common payment scheme
  • G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes

3.

Computer system with features for determining reliable location data using messages with unreliable location data

      
Application Number 17318604
Grant Number 11523250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-12
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Grant Date 2022-12-06
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Nicholson, Patrick

Abstract

Reliable location data is found using messages with unreliable location data. A logistic-geohash is found for a plurality of messages. Records of are accessed data messages, each data message including a geographic locator and a sender-identifier. For each sender-identifier, one or more geogroups are determined. For each geogroup: determining, a representative point of the geogroup is found to represent the geogroup. Using the representative point of the geogroup, a geogroup-geohash is found. Pair of geogroup: logistic address are found based on a matching of at least some of the first plurality of digits and some of the second plurality of digits. For each pair of geogroup:logistic address, a distance is determined between the representative point of the geogroup and the representative point of the logistic address. Geogroup:logistic address pairs are selected. The selected geogroup:logistic address pairs are stored in memory as representing a logistic location of the sender-identifier.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
  • H04W 64/00 - Locating users or terminals for network management purposes, e.g. mobility management
  • G06K 9/62 - Methods or arrangements for recognition using electronic means
  • H04L 9/06 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols the encryption apparatus using shift registers or memories for blockwise coding, e.g. D.E.S. systems
  • H04L 61/5007 - Internet protocol [IP] addresses

4.

Secure placard and method for producing same

      
Application Number 17198980
Grant Number 11642907
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-11
First Publication Date 2021-09-16
Grant Date 2023-05-09
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Chess, Stanley C.

Abstract

A secure placard and a method of producing the secure placard are disclosed. A substrate includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion of a substrate has varnish applied thereto and a holographic pattern is formed in the varnish. The substrate also includes a second portion that is free of the varnish. The second portion of the substrate is adapted to be printed on using a heat-based process without damage to the holographic pattern.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
  • G09F 3/04 - Labels, tag tickets, or similar identification or indication meansSealsPostage or like stamps to be fastened or secured by the material of the label itself, e.g. by thermo-adhesion
  • G09F 3/02 - Forms or constructions

5.

Blockchain data

      
Application Number 17313993
Grant Number 11341522
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-06
First Publication Date 2021-09-02
Grant Date 2022-05-24
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Webster, Jay
  • Olson, Alexander J.
  • Speckbacher, Tobias
  • Binnewies, Andreas

Abstract

A coupon-minter is configured to perform operations including: generating a coupon comprising encrypted discount information, wherein the encrypted discount information is encrypted with a discount key; generating, for the coupon, a hashlock from a preimage; introducing the coupon to a blockchain in association with the hashlock, wherein the blockchain is configured to permit claiming of the generated coupon only upon receiving access to the preimage used to generate the hashlock. A store-manager configured to perform operations including: claiming, using the preimage, the coupon in the blockchain; encrypting the discount key with a clearing-house public key; updating the coupon with the encrypted discount key. A clearing-house-manager configured to perform operations comprising: detecting the store-manager's claiming of the coupon; decrypting the encrypted discount key with a clearing-house private key to re-generate the discount key; and decrypting the encrypted discount information with the preimage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • H04L 9/30 - Public key, i.e. encryption algorithm being computationally infeasible to invert and users' encryption keys not requiring secrecy
  • H04L 9/08 - Key distribution
  • G06Q 20/38 - Payment protocolsDetails thereof
  • G06Q 20/02 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols involving a neutral third party, e.g. certification authority, notary or trusted third party [TTP]
  • G06Q 20/06 - Private payment circuits, e.g. involving electronic currency used only among participants of a common payment scheme
  • G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes

6.

Pop-up display and pop-up display locking mechanism therefore

      
Application Number 16323331
Grant Number 11227511
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-04
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2022-01-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Enriquez, Carlos
  • Miller, Mitchell

Abstract

Erectable displays and methods of making such erectable displays are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a display apparatus including a shroud having a first sheet and a second sheet disposed in opposition to one another, the first sheet and the second sheet being connected to one another at a first end by a first joint and at a second end by a second joint. The display apparatus includes at least one support member disposed between the first and second sheets and between the first and second joints, the support member(s) being configured to outwardly bias the first and second sheets to cause the shroud to assume a curvilinear cross-sectional shape along at least a portion of a longitudinal axis of the shroud.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 1/10 - Supports or holders for show-cards

7.

System and method for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements

      
Application Number 15354536
Grant Number 10861057
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-17
First Publication Date 2020-12-08
Grant Date 2020-12-08
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haley, Ben
  • Els, Michael
  • Harris, Damien
  • Farmer, Christopher
  • Carlson, Kurt

Abstract

A method and system for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises communicating with a bidder and an impression server and an event tracking server. The bidder receives a real-time bidding (RTB) request containing an available impression from an exchange and places a bid corresponding to the RTB request. The impression server receives impression requests from a browser and responds to the impression requests from the browser. The event tracking server receives event requests from the browser and responds to event requests from the browser. Campaign performance data is retrieved from one or more of the impression server and the event tracking server and compared to the campaign target. The bidder is notified whether to bid for online advertisement impressions based on the campaign performance data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

8.

Game card carriers

      
Application Number 16854672
Grant Number 11673726
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-21
First Publication Date 2020-10-22
Grant Date 2023-06-13
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Warmus, James L.

Abstract

A game card carrier is disclosed that has a first panel having a first interior surface and a first edge, a second panel having a second interior surface and a second edge. The first panel and the second panel are disposed such that the first interior surface and the second interior surface face one another, the first edge is in alignment with the second edge. A band overlays at least a portion the first panel and at least a portion of the second panel to hold the first panel and the second panel adjacent one another.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 1/06 - Card game appurtenances
  • B65D 75/20 - Articles or materials wholly enclosed in single sheets or wrapper blanks in sheets or blanks doubled around contents and having their opposed free margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding
  • B65D 75/56 - Handles or other suspension means
  • B65D 65/12 - Wrappers or flexible covers rectangular formed with crease lines to facilitate folding
  • B65D 75/52 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers Details
  • B65D 65/18 - Wrappers or flexible covers with provision for excluding or admitting light with some areas transparent and others opaque

9.

Container and method of manufacture

      
Application Number 16738422
Grant Number 11192287
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-09
First Publication Date 2020-06-04
Grant Date 2021-12-07
Owner Bank of America, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Koerner, Dennis W.
  • Dygert, Douglas M.
  • Futral, Daniel
  • Smith, Brian

Abstract

A method includes injection molding a preform using a two phase injection system having a first phase in which a material is injected into the preform and a second phase in which the material is injected into the preform. The preform is disposed in a mold. The preform is blow molded into an intermediate article. The intermediate article is trimmed to form a finished container. The first phase includes injecting a material into the preform to form a single layer of the preform and the second phase includes injecting the material to form inner and outer layers and an intermediate layer between the inner and outer layers. The inner and outer layers include the material and the intermediate layer includes at least one additive. Finished containers are disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 49/06 - Injection blow-moulding
  • B29C 49/42 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
  • B29B 11/14 - Making preforms characterised by structure or composition
  • B29C 49/00 - Blow-moulding, i.e. blowing a preform or parison to a desired shape within a mouldApparatus therefor
  • B29C 49/22 - Blow-moulding, i.e. blowing a preform or parison to a desired shape within a mouldApparatus therefor using multilayered preforms or parisons
  • B29K 105/26 - Scrap
  • B29K 105/00 - Condition, form or state of moulded material
  • B29K 103/06 - Metal powders, metal carbides or the like
  • B29B 11/08 - Injection moulding
  • B29C 49/02 - Combined blow-moulding and manufacture of the preform or the parison
  • B29K 105/04 - Condition, form or state of moulded material cellular or porous
  • B29L 31/00 - Other particular articles
  • B29K 67/00 - Use of polyesters as moulding material
  • B29K 105/16 - Fillers
  • B29L 9/00 - Layered products

10.

Packaging

      
Application Number 16779176
Grant Number 11167900
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-31
First Publication Date 2020-05-28
Grant Date 2021-11-09
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jones, Richard Scott
  • Geerts, Adam Mitchell
  • Lombardi, Craig Lowery
  • Charters, Andrew Cunningham

Abstract

According to one aspect, a packaging comprises a substrate comprising a first panel including a first end, a second end spaced a first distance from the first end, and opposing first and second perimeter side edges extending the first distance between the first end and the second end. The entire first panel is symmetric about a first longitudinal axis thereof extending between the first end and the second end and each of the first and second perimeter side edges is disposed at first and second widths, respectively, from the first longitudinal axis at a first portion of the first panel. The first portion is disposed at least one of at the second end and proximal the second end and the first portion has a longitudinal extent along the first longitudinal axis less than the first distance. Each of the first and second perimeter side edges is disposed at third and fourth widths, respectively, from the first longitudinal axis at a second portion of the first panel spaced from the first portion wherein the first and second widths are greater than the third and fourth widths, respectively. A second panel includes a third end, a fourth end spaced from the third end, and a third portion disposed between the third end and the fourth end. The second end is coupled to the third end at a first fold line and the second panel has a length along a second longitudinal axis parallel to the first longitudinal axis greater than a width extent of the second panel perpendicular to the second longitudinal axis. A tongue extends between the third portion and the first panel and the entire first panel is substantially symmetric with respect to at least a portion of the second panel about the first fold line. Further, an adhesive is on the tongue and adapted to couple the first panel to the second panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 73/00 - Packages comprising articles attached to cards, sheets or webs
  • B65D 75/20 - Articles or materials wholly enclosed in single sheets or wrapper blanks in sheets or blanks doubled around contents and having their opposed free margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding

11.

Pyramidical displays and methods for forming the same

      
Application Number 16201535
Grant Number 10706747
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-27
First Publication Date 2020-05-28
Grant Date 2020-07-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Santoro, Marcellino

Abstract

Pyramidical displays and methods for forming the same are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first panel, a second panel, a third panel, and a fourth panel, when in an erected position, the first panel, the second panel, the third panel and the fourth panel form a first cross-section at a first height and a second cross-section at a second height, the first cross-section having a greater area than the second cross-section, the first height lower than the second height. The example apparatus includes a first stop extending between a first vertex between the first panel and the third panel and a second vertex between the second panel and the fourth panel, the first stop to prevent movement of the first panel about the first vertex.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/08 - Cardboard or like show-cards of foldable or flexible material wholly or partly imitating the form of an object, e.g. of the article to be advertised

12.

Display article

      
Application Number 16182016
Grant Number 10783806
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-06
First Publication Date 2020-05-07
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Morrison, Aura Lee

Abstract

According to one aspect, a display article having a first article end and a second article end includes a first portion having a first portion end proximal the first article end and first and second spaced tabs disposed at a second portion end opposite the first portion end. A second portion is adjacent the first portion wherein the second portion includes a third portion end adjacent the second portion end and disposed between the first and second spaced tabs and a fourth portion end proximal the second article end. The first portion is adapted to be secured to a support apparatus and the second portion is adapted to be deflected to a display position transverse to the first portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 3/00 - Labels, tag tickets, or similar identification or indication meansSealsPostage or like stamps
  • G09F 3/10 - Fastening or securing by means not forming part of the material of the label itself by an adhesive layer
  • B32B 7/06 - Interconnection of layers permitting easy separation
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • G09F 3/02 - Forms or constructions

13.

Verification of broadcast log by playout system

      
Application Number 16732562
Grant Number 11799572
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-02
First Publication Date 2020-04-30
Grant Date 2023-10-24
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Littlejohn, Jeffrey Lee
  • Allen, Mark R.
  • Jellison, Jr., David C.
  • Lutringer, Curt
  • Brewer, Joseph

Abstract

A media playout system receives a broadcast log transmitted from a media scheduling system. The broadcast log includes a restricted show, and the media playout system makes a first determination a blackout period assigned to the restricted show. The blackout period indicates a period of time associated with the restricted show during which at least one media item is prohibited from being scheduled. The media player also determines that the broadcast log indicates that the at least one media item has been improperly scheduled during the blackout period. In response to determining that the at least one media item has been improperly scheduled during the blackout period, the media playout system transmits, to the media scheduling system, a message requesting a replacement media item to replace the at least one media item that has been improperly scheduled during the blackout period.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 21/262 - Content or additional data distribution scheduling, e.g. sending additional data at off-peak times, updating software modules, calculating the carousel transmission frequency, delaying a video stream transmission or generating play-lists
  • H04N 21/81 - Monomedia components thereof
  • H04H 20/10 - Arrangements for replacing or switching information during the broadcast or during the distribution
  • H04H 60/06 - Arrangements for scheduling broadcast services or broadcast-related services
  • H04H 60/37 - Arrangements for identifying or recognising characteristics with a direct linkage to broadcast information or to broadcast space-time, e.g. for identifying broadcast stations or for identifying users for identifying segments of broadcast information, e.g. scenes or extracting programme ID
  • G06F 16/60 - Information retrievalDatabase structures thereforFile system structures therefor of audio data
  • G06Q 30/00 - Commerce
  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions

14.

Method for producing collectible cards

      
Application Number 16709443
Grant Number 11364522
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-10
First Publication Date 2020-04-09
Grant Date 2022-06-21
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eastwood, David
  • Benson, Harold Aldridge
  • Cholewinski, Joe

Abstract

Methods and systems of producing collectible cards are disclosed. An example method includes producing a first stack of cards including a first card type and a second card type from a single substrate sheet, separating the first stack of cards into a first sub-stack and a second sub-stack. The first sub-stack includes the first card type and the second sub-stack includes the second card type. The example method includes comparing a first top card of the first sub-stack to a first reference card and, based on the first top card being substantially similar to the first reference card, automatically transferring the first sub-stack to a first tray designated to receive the first card type.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65H 33/14 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by diverting batches to separate receivers
  • B07C 5/36 - Sorting apparatus characterised by the means used for distribution
  • B65H 33/02 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by moving a blade or like member into the pile
  • B65H 39/00 - Associating, collating, or gathering articles or webs
  • B65H 43/04 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, presence of faulty articles
  • B65H 43/06 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, completion of pile

15.

Display and method of constructing same

      
Application Number 16359578
Grant Number 11451754
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-20
First Publication Date 2020-02-06
Grant Date 2022-09-20
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Bonifas, Travis

Abstract

A display system and a method of forming a display are disclosed. A beam is formed from a first substantially flat substrate, a sidewall is formed from a second substantially flat substrate, and a panel is formed from a third substantially flat substrate. The beam includes a first slot, the sidewall is joined to an end of the beam and includes a second slot, and the panel includes an interior portion and first and second tabs extending outwardly from the interior portion. The first tab is inserted into the first slot and the second tab is inserted into the second slot to secure the panel to the beam and the sidewall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/04 - Folded cards
  • H04N 9/31 - Projection devices for colour picture display
  • G03B 21/20 - Lamp housings
  • G09F 23/10 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes on paper articles, e.g. booklets, newspapers
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices

16.

Methods of producing collectible cards

      
Application Number 16539627
Grant Number 10537920
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-13
First Publication Date 2019-12-05
Grant Date 2020-01-21
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eastwood, David
  • Benson, Harold Aldridge
  • Cholewinski, Joe

Abstract

Methods and apparatus of producing collectible cards are disclosed. An example method includes producing a first stack of cards including a first card type and a second card type from a single substrate sheet, separating the first stack of cards into a first sub-stack and a second sub-stack. The first sub-stack includes the first card type and the second sub-stack includes the second card type. The example method includes comparing a first top card of the first sub-stack to a first reference card and, based on the first top card being substantially similar to the first reference card, automatically transferring the first sub-stack to a first tray designated to receive the first card type.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65H 43/04 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, presence of faulty articles
  • B65H 39/00 - Associating, collating, or gathering articles or webs
  • B65H 33/02 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by moving a blade or like member into the pile
  • B07C 5/36 - Sorting apparatus characterised by the means used for distribution
  • B65H 43/06 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, completion of pile
  • B65H 33/14 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by diverting batches to separate receivers

17.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 16421116
Grant Number 10685588
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-23
First Publication Date 2019-09-12
Grant Date 2020-06-16
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lyon, Jon

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a shroud including a first shroud panel opposite a second shroud panel, the first shroud panel and the second shroud panel coupled at a first end of the shroud and a second end of the shroud. A support to be coupled to a first internal surface of the first shroud panel at a first position and to a second internal surface of the second shroud panel at a second position, the first position and the second position located between the first end and the second end, and an elastic band disposed about an exterior of the support, the elastic band biasing the first position away from the second position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

18.

Packaging

      
Application Number 16356781
Grant Number 10696461
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-18
First Publication Date 2019-07-11
Grant Date 2020-06-30
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jones, Richard Scott
  • Geerts, Adam Mitchell
  • Lombardi, Craig Lowery
  • Charters, Andrew Cunningham

Abstract

According to one aspect, a packaging includes a first panel including a first end and a second end, wherein first and second opposing perimeter side edges define the first panel and extend between the first end and the second end, and a first area having an inside surface is defined by the first end, the second end, and the perimeter side edges. A second panel includes a third end and a fourth end, wherein third and fourth opposing perimeter side edges define the second panel and extend between the third end and the fourth end, a second area having an inside surface is defined by the third end, the fourth end, and the perimeter side edges and wherein the second end is coupled to the third end at a first fold line. First and second tongues extend from third and fourth opposing perimeter side edges, respectively, at second and third fold lines, respectively. When the first panel is folded toward the second panel about the first fold line and the first and second tongues are folded about the second and third fold lines, respectively, the first and second tongues couple the first panel and the second panel. Further, the first end is coupled to the fourth end and the first area and the second area are free of fold lines and flaps.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 73/00 - Packages comprising articles attached to cards, sheets or webs
  • B65D 75/20 - Articles or materials wholly enclosed in single sheets or wrapper blanks in sheets or blanks doubled around contents and having their opposed free margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding

19.

Display sign and method of disposing same

      
Application Number 16196293
Grant Number 10930181
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-20
First Publication Date 2019-05-23
Grant Date 2021-02-23
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bray, Victoria
  • Peck, Howard
  • Braun, Jeffrey L.

Abstract

A display sign and a method of disposing the display sign are disclosed in which the display sign includes a first panel made of a first flexible substrate having a first side portion, a second panel made of a second flexible substrate having second side portion, and a strap having an elastic portion. A first end of the strap is secured to the first panel, a second end of the strap is secured to the second panel, and the strap couples the first side portion and the second side portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 13/20 - Illuminated signsLuminous advertising with luminescent surfaces or parts
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

20.

Controlling impression delivery pacing for multiple geographic regions associated with an online campaign in a real-time bidding environment

      
Application Number 15261004
Grant Number 10290025
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-09
First Publication Date 2019-05-14
Grant Date 2019-05-14
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Howes, Joshua
  • Wyse, Evan

Abstract

A method is provided for dynamically controlling the pace of online impression delivery among multiple geographic regions in a real-time bidding (RTB) system. Target geographic locations associated with a campaign are identified, and target geographic regions associated with each target geographic location are identified. A pacing score is determined for each target geographic region. The bidding system makes bidding decisions regarding RTB bid requests received from an RTB exchange based at least on whether the respective bid request is associated with a target geographic region, and if so, the pacing score for that target geographic region. A campaign-related impression is delivered for each winning bid, and impression delivery data is stored for each target geographic region. The bidding system automatically adjusts the pacing score for each target geographic region based on the stored impression delivery data for that geographic region, and uses the adjusted pacing scores for subsequent bidding decisions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

21.

Pricing control in a real-time network-based bidding environment

      
Application Number 14711130
Grant Number 10282758
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-13
First Publication Date 2019-05-07
Grant Date 2019-05-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Els, Michael
  • Postelnik, Igor

Abstract

A method for automated control of bid pricing for bidding on online placements in an automated real-time online auction system during the loading or rendering of network-based digital content. Historical bid result data regarding a particular placement is collected by a bidding system, which segments the bid result data into multiple categories and generates multiple pricing curves for the particular placement based on the segmented bid result data. The bidding system then uses the multiple pricing curves for making bidding decisions in real-time. The bidding system receives a series of bid requests, each identifying a placement in digital content being loaded or rendered. For each received bid request, the bidding system, in real-time, identifies segmenting characteristic(s) associated with the bid request, and performs a bidding analysis—including whether to submit a bid and determining a bid price—based on the identified segmenting characteristic(s) associated with the bid request.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

22.

Graphical system for database marketing

      
Application Number 16194745
Grant Number 11227305
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-19
First Publication Date 2019-03-21
Grant Date 2022-01-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Mandeville, Paul

Abstract

An example method involves a computing device displaying a first action-outcome node corresponding to a first marketing-campaign action, displaying a plurality of outcomes of the first marketing-campaign action, positioned around the first action-outcome node, wherein each outcome corresponds to a potential result of the first marketing-campaign action, displaying a second action-outcome node corresponding to a second marketing-campaign action, displaying a plurality of outcomes of the second marketing-campaign action, positioned around the second action-outcome node, wherein each outcome corresponds to a potential result of the second marketing-campaign action, and displaying a graphical link connecting an outcome of the first action-outcome node to the second action-outcome node.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/00 - Commerce
  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

23.

Quadrilateral display and method for forming the same

      
Application Number 15690031
Grant Number 10741109
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-29
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2020-08-11
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Enriquez, Carlos

Abstract

In one example, a quadrilateral display includes a shroud including a first section, a second section, a third section and a fourth section, the first section, the second section, the third section and the fourth section being rotatably disposed relative to adjacent ones of the first section, the second section, the third section and the fourth section and a plurality of anchors including a first anchor attached to the first section, a second anchor attached to the second section, a third anchor attached to the third section and a fourth anchor attached to the fourth section, the plurality of anchors being disposed in a first position within the shroud in a stowed position and a second position within the shroud in a deployed position. A first elastic member connects the first anchor and the second anchor to bias the first section and the second section toward one another about the first joint and a second elastic member connects the third anchor and the fourth anchor to bias the third section and the fourth section toward one another about the second joint. The first elastic member and the second elastic member bias the shroud from a stowed position to a deployed position with the first section, the second section, the third section and the fourth section forming a quadrilateral shape when the plurality of anchors are positioned in the second position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

24.

Apparatus and method for monitoring a package during transit

      
Application Number 16007620
Grant Number 10332063
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-13
First Publication Date 2018-10-11
Grant Date 2019-06-25
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.
  • Warmus, James L.
  • Palmer, Eric V.

Abstract

According to one aspect, a monitoring device includes a processor, a sensor, and a configuration circuit. The sensor is adapted to detect if the sensor is subjected to at least a first magnitude of the particular condition. The configuration circuit may be used to specify a second magnitude of the particular condition, wherein the second magnitude is greater than the first magnitude. The processor remains in an inactive state if the object is subjected to a magnitude of the particular condition less than the second magnitude, and the sensor generates a signal in response to detection of sensor being subjected to at least the second magnitude of the particular condition. In response to the signal, the processor enters an active state to develop an indication of at least the second magnitude of the particular condition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

25.

Polyhedral automatic pop-up display

      
Application Number 15909155
Grant Number 10210779
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-01
First Publication Date 2018-09-20
Grant Date 2019-02-19
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Enriquez, Carlos

Abstract

A display apparatus includes a first substrate and a second substrate disposed in opposition to one another and connected to one another to form a shroud, the first substrate and the second substrate being connected to form a first joint at a first lateral end of the shroud, a second joint at a second lateral end of the shroud and a third joint formed at a lower portion of the shroud, the third joint including a first base connection member rotatably depending from a lower portion of the first substrate and a second base connection member rotatably depending from a lower portion of the second substrate, the third joint being located at a first position in the shroud with the shroud in a compressed state and being located in a second position in the shroud with the shroud in an uncompressed state. The display apparatus also includes a resilient member connecting the first joint to the third joint and connecting the second joint to the third joint to bias the third joint from the first position to the second position when the shroud is the uncompressed state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • A47F 5/11 - Adjustable or foldable display stands made of cardboard, paper, or the like
  • G09F 1/10 - Supports or holders for show-cards
  • G09F 1/04 - Folded cards
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

26.

Blockchain data

      
Application Number 15451158
Grant Number 11010778
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-06
First Publication Date 2018-09-06
Grant Date 2021-05-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Webster, Jay
  • Olson, Alexander J.
  • Speckbacher, Tobias
  • Binnewies, Andreas

Abstract

A coupon-minter is configured to perform operations including: generating a coupon comprising encrypted discount information, wherein the encrypted discount information is encrypted with a discount key; generating, for the coupon, a hashlock from a preimage; introducing the coupon to a blockchain in association with the hashlock, wherein the blockchain is configured to permit claiming of the generated coupon only upon receiving access to the preimage used to generate the hashlock. A store-manager configured to perform operations including: claiming, using the preimage, the coupon in the blockchain; encrypting the discount key with a clearing-house public key; updating the coupon with the encrypted discount key. A clearing-house-manager configured to perform operations comprising: detecting the store-manager's claiming of the coupon; decrypting the encrypted discount key with a clearing-house private key to re-generate the discount key; and decrypting the encrypted discount information with the preimage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G06Q 20/02 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols involving a neutral third party, e.g. certification authority, notary or trusted third party [TTP]
  • H04L 9/30 - Public key, i.e. encryption algorithm being computationally infeasible to invert and users' encryption keys not requiring secrecy
  • H04L 9/08 - Key distribution
  • G06Q 20/38 - Payment protocolsDetails thereof
  • G06Q 20/06 - Private payment circuits, e.g. involving electronic currency used only among participants of a common payment scheme
  • G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes

27.

Polygonal display and method for forming the same

      
Application Number 15415594
Grant Number 10755605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-25
First Publication Date 2018-07-26
Grant Date 2020-08-25
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Enriquez, Carlos

Abstract

In one example, a triangular display includes a first substrate, a second substrate coupled to and disposed in opposition to the first substrate, a first line of weakness formed along an axial direction of the first substrate to define a first section and a second section, a second line of weakness formed along an axial direction of the second substrate to define a third section and a fourth section and a former having a first side, the former extending between the first section and the third section, and in a deployed position, at least one of the first section or the second section has rotated about the first line of weakness and at least one of the third section or the fourth section has rotated about the second line of weakness to place the second section and the fourth section adjacent to the first side of the former.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/10 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

28.

Address database reconciliation

      
Application Number 11825155
Grant Number 10007739
Status In Force
Filing Date 2007-07-03
First Publication Date 2018-06-26
Grant Date 2018-06-26
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gundersen, Mark A.
  • Degiule, Michael A.
  • Niang, Muhammad Al-Amin

Abstract

Methods for reconciling an address database include comparing addresses in an update database to addresses in a production database. A second comparison of unique addresses from the first comparison is executed, the second comparison allowing matching of addresses that the first comparison did not match.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • G06F 17/30 - Information retrieval; Database structures therefor
  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions

29.

System and method for recommending advertisement placements online in a real-time bidding environment

      
Application Number 13831252
Grant Number 10002368
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-14
First Publication Date 2018-06-19
Grant Date 2018-06-19
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Els, Michael
  • Postelnik, Igor

Abstract

A method and system for recommending advertisement placements based on scoring is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises receiving a real-time bidding (RTB) request for placing an online advertisement campaign. For each of a plurality of advertisement placements, a performance score is determined based on an estimated feedback parameter. The estimated feedback parameter is calculated from observed performance of the online advertisement campaign and similarity measures of other online advertisement campaigns. A first advertisement placement having a higher performance score is given more weight than a second advertisement placement having a lower performance score. A set of advertisement placements having their performance scores equal to or greater than the target rating is selected from the plurality of advertisement placements and provided for advertisement placements.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

30.

Self-erectable display and automatic locking mechanism for a self-erectable display

      
Application Number 15657548
Grant Number 10223939
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-07-24
First Publication Date 2018-05-03
Grant Date 2019-03-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Warmus, James

Abstract

A display apparatus includes a shroud having first and second sheet portions disposed in opposition to one another, the first and second sheet portions being connected to one another at a first side by a first joint and at a second side by a second joint. A support member is disposed between the first and second sheet portions and between the first and second joints, the support member being affixed to the first and second sheet portions and movably disposed relative to the first and second joints, the support member being positionable between a closed position and an open position, the open position outwardly biasing the support member against the first and second sheet portions to cause the shroud to assume a curvilinear cross-sectional shape along a length of the shroud. Notches are formed in the first and second joints at a first position along the length of the shroud. One or more elastic members couple the support member the first and/or second joints and bias the support member into the open position and toward engagement with the notches.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

31.

Method of producing collectible cards

      
Application Number 15860370
Grant Number 10406563
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-02
First Publication Date 2018-05-03
Grant Date 2019-09-10
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eastwood, David
  • Benson, Harold Aldridge
  • Cholewinski, Joe

Abstract

Methods and apparatus of producing collectible cards are disclosed. An example method includes producing a first stack of cards including a first card type and a second card type from a single substrate sheet, separating the first stack of cards into a first sub-stack and a second sub-stack. The first sub-stack includes the first card type and the second sub-stack includes the second card type. The example method includes comparing a first top card of the first sub-stack to a first reference card and, based on the first top card being substantially similar to the first reference card, automatically transferring the first sub-stack to a first tray designated to receive the first card type.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B07C 5/36 - Sorting apparatus characterised by the means used for distribution
  • B65H 33/02 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by moving a blade or like member into the pile
  • B65H 39/00 - Associating, collating, or gathering articles or webs
  • B65H 43/04 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, presence of faulty articles
  • B65H 33/14 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by diverting batches to separate receivers
  • B65H 43/06 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, completion of pile

32.

Ink composition for use on non-absorbent surfaces

      
Application Number 15861092
Grant Number 11008478
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-03
First Publication Date 2018-05-03
Grant Date 2021-05-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Litman, Stanley
  • Geddes, Pamela
  • Edwards, Morgan
  • Carson, Jr., Michael
  • Hook, Kevin J.

Abstract

According to one aspect, an ink composition includes a colorant, one or more polymers such as a polyurethane siloxane, a surfactant, water, and a solvent. The ink composition has a total solids content of less than about 20% by weight. Further the ink has an initial surface tension of less than about 50 dynes per centimeter on application and the surface tension on drying should not increase by more than 20 percent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 11/102 - Printing inks based on artificial resins containing macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions other than those only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds
  • C09D 11/033 - Printing inks characterised by features other than the chemical nature of the binder characterised by the solvent
  • C09D 11/037 - Printing inks characterised by features other than the chemical nature of the binder characterised by the pigment
  • C09D 11/38 - Inkjet printing inks characterised by non-macromolecular additives other than solvents, pigments or dyes

33.

Monitoring device

      
Application Number 15711689
Grant Number 10342136
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-21
First Publication Date 2018-03-29
Grant Date 2019-07-02
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.

Abstract

A monitoring device includes a substrate having a circuit trace disposed thereon and a circuit carrier having a recessed portion. The substrate includes a flexible flange portion having a component disposed thereon. The substrate is disposed on the circuit carrier such that the flange portion and the component are disposed in the recessed portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

34.

Self-erectable display with free floating stop and method for forming the same

      
Application Number 15261191
Grant Number 10573202
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-09
First Publication Date 2018-03-15
Grant Date 2020-02-25
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Warmus, James
  • Cwidak, Douglas R.
  • Lipscomb, Robert B.
  • Arnett, Todd Alan
  • Santoro, Jr., Marcellino
  • Collings, William David

Abstract

A display apparatus includes a shroud having a first substrate and a second substrate disposed in opposition to one another, the first substrate and the second substrate being connected to one another at a first side by a first joint and at a second side by a second joint. A free-floating stop member is disposed in a volume of the shroud between the first and second substrates and between the first and second joints, the free-floating stop member including a channel extending along the free-floating stop member for at least a portion of a length of the free-floating stop member. An elastic member couples the first joint to the second joint to exert a tensile force therebetween and passes through the channel of the free-floating stop member. The free-floating stop member is translatable vertically within the shroud between a first position and a second position and the free-floating stop member is dimensioned to stop inward travel of the first joint and the second joint responsive to the tensile force exerted by the elastic member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09G 1/06 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with cathode-ray tube indicators using single beam tubes
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

35.

Pop-up display with translating stop member

      
Application Number 15261178
Grant Number 10170020
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-09
First Publication Date 2018-03-15
Grant Date 2019-01-01
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cwidak, Douglas R.
  • Lipscomb, Robert B.
  • Collings, William David
  • Santoro, Jr., Marcellino

Abstract

A pop-up display apparatus includes a shroud having first and second sheets disposed in opposition to one another, the first and second sheets being connected to one another at a first side by a first joint and at a second side by a second joint. A stop member is disposed between the first and second sheets between the first and second joints and is connected to the first and second joints at a first height of the shroud. The stop member includes first and second stop elements arranged for translational movement in opposite directions relative to one another between a first and a second position. An elastic member, separate from the stop member, is connected to the first and second joints at a second height, the elastic member and being configured to bias the first joint toward the second joint. The first position of the stop member corresponds to a stowed state of the pop-up display and a substantially flat shroud profile and the second position of the stop member corresponds to a deployed state of the pop-up display and a convex shroud profile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/06 - Clock generators producing several clock signals
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/10 - Supports or holders for show-cards

36.

Screen

      
Application Number 29590934
Grant Number D0810319
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-13
First Publication Date 2018-02-13
Grant Date 2018-02-13
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Dawdy, David

37.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 15786405
Grant Number 10319261
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-17
First Publication Date 2018-02-08
Grant Date 2019-06-11
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lyon, Jon

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed. An example apparatus, includes a shroud defining an aperture, the shroud including a first shroud panel and a second shroud panel; a support disposed within the aperture, the support including a first panel, a second panel, a third panel, a fourth panel, a fifth panel, and a sixth panel, the first panel coupled to the sixth panel, the second panel disposed between the first and third panels, the fourth panel disposed between the third and fifth panels, the sixth panel disposed between the first and fifth panels, the first panel coupled to the first shroud panel and the fourth panel coupled to the second shroud panel; and an elastic band to urge the first panel away from the fourth panel and to urge the shroud toward an expanded position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

38.

System and method for advertisement impression volume estimation

      
Application Number 14139567
Grant Number 09865004
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-23
First Publication Date 2018-01-09
Grant Date 2018-01-09
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Snoddy, Laura
  • Els, Michael

Abstract

A system and method for advertisement impression volume estimation is herein disclosed. According to one embodiment, the computer-implemented method includes identifying a plurality of advertisement placements for an advertisement campaign based on a campaign parameter and a specified performance level for a past advertisement campaign, determining a first plurality of advertisement impressions from the plurality of advertisement placements based on a target geographic region, and estimating a second plurality of advertisement impressions from the first plurality of advertisement impressions based on a discount rate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

39.

Packaging

      
Application Number 15631247
Grant Number 10336522
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-23
First Publication Date 2017-12-07
Grant Date 2019-07-02
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jones, Richard Scott
  • Geerts, Adam Mitchell
  • Lombardi, Craig Lowery
  • Charters, Andrew Cunningham

Abstract

A shaped package formed of a blank of paper card stock. The blank may be a single panel which is cut to have two shaped, substantially symmetrical portions, which when bent along a hinge, forms the shaped package. The panel includes tongues or flaps extending from one end of the panel that secure the product within the package.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 73/00 - Packages comprising articles attached to cards, sheets or webs
  • B65D 75/20 - Articles or materials wholly enclosed in single sheets or wrapper blanks in sheets or blanks doubled around contents and having their opposed free margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding

40.

System and method for supplying ink to an inkjet printhead

      
Application Number 15590597
Grant Number 10124597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-09
First Publication Date 2017-11-09
Grant Date 2018-11-13
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Alessi, George A.
  • Slagle, Paul
  • Jayme, Kent D.
  • Moscato, Anthony V.

Abstract

An ink supply unit and a method of supplying ink to a printhead are disclosed. The ink supply unit includes a lower ink reservoir, an upper ink reservoir, and a flow regulation apparatus. The upper ink reservoir is coupled to the lower ink reservoir. First and second fluid input ports are disposed on opposite sides of the flow regulation apparatus. A first fluid line and a second fluid line couple the first and the second input ports, respectively, with the upper ink reservoir, and a third fluid line is adapted to couple the flow regulation apparatus with a printhead.

IPC Classes  ?

41.

Printhead maintenance station and method of operating same

      
Application Number 15195566
Grant Number 10137691
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
First Publication Date 2017-09-07
Grant Date 2018-11-27
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moscato, Anthony V.
  • Sabin, Jeffrey M.

Abstract

A printhead maintenance station to cleaning a nozzle plate of a printhead and a method of operating the printhead maintenance station are disclosed. The printhead maintenance station includes a wiper bar, a wiper secured to the wiper bar, a wiper cleaning assembly, and an actuator. The wiper is stored in the wiper cleaning assembly when not in use. The controller operates the actuator to rotate the wiper bar to move the wiper from the wiper cleaning assembly to a wiping position, and causes relative movement of the printhead maintenance station and the print unit to wipe the nozzle plate with the wiper.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41J 2/165 - Prevention of nozzle clogging, e.g. cleaning, capping or moistening for nozzles
  • B41J 2/175 - Ink supply systems

42.

Purchasing pace control in a real-time bidding environment using a multi-loop control scheme

      
Application Number 14605681
Grant Number 09747618
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-26
First Publication Date 2017-08-29
Grant Date 2017-08-29
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Reiss, Randy

Abstract

A method for controlling a purchasing pace in a real-time bidding environment is provided. A pacing parameter is dynamically adjusted using a multi-loop control algorithm including an outer control loop and an inner control loop, wherein the outer control loop outputs a control parameter, and the inner control loop uses this control parameter as an input and outputs a current value of the pacing parameter, which is adjusted over time by the multi-loop control algorithm. A series of bid requests generated by a real-time bidding exchange are received, each identifying a respective available ad placement in a respective webpage being loaded. For each received bid request, a decision is made in real-time, during the loading of the respective webpage, whether to submit a bid to purchase the respective ad placement based at least on the current value of the dynamically adjusted pacing parameter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

43.

Fabric fire rated door

      
Application Number 15429370
Grant Number 10174545
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-10
First Publication Date 2017-08-17
Grant Date 2019-01-08
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Janick, James
  • Feist, Brian
  • Dawdy, David
  • Klish, Ian

Abstract

A fabric fire rated door is described. The door utilizes a fire resistant fabric curtain with an end lock attachment. A tubular steel shaft is driven by an internal tube motor. The shaft is supported to minimize deflection. Single door shafts can also be joined together with a coupler shaft to create infinitely wide doors. The coupler shaft is spring loaded to act as a take up reel for a coupling curtain which will overlap each adjacent single door shaft. All curtains are attached to the same bottom bar. A hood covers the shaft, curtain, and the supports that run across the width of the door. The curtain travels over these horizontal supports as it drops down through the hood opening. The horizontal supports keep the curtain in position for proper seal during a fire/smoke event.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A62C 2/10 - Fire-proof curtains
  • A62C 2/18 - Sliding dampers
  • E06B 3/80 - Door leaves flexible
  • E06B 5/16 - Fireproof doors or similar closuresAdaptations of fixed constructions therefor
  • E06B 9/13 - Roller shutters with closing members of one piece, e.g. of corrugated sheet metal
  • E06B 9/17 - Parts or details of roller shutters, e.g. suspension devices, shutter boxes, wicket doors, ventilation openings
  • E06B 9/58 - Guiding devices
  • E06B 9/80 - Safety measures against dropping or unauthorised openingBraking or immobilising devicesDevices for limiting unrolling
  • E06B 9/171 - Rollers thereforFastening roller shutters to rollers
  • E06B 9/174 - Bearings specially adapted therefor

44.

System and method for producing an electronic device

      
Application Number 15043885
Grant Number 09785881
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-02-15
First Publication Date 2017-08-17
Grant Date 2017-10-10
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Lee, Nancy A.
  • Cameron, Ali K.
  • Palmer, Eric V.

Abstract

A method and system for producing electronic label are disclosed. The electronic label includes a first substrate and a second substrate. Layout information associated with the electronic label is developed. The layout information is automatically processed to develop print commands, circuit layout information, and component placement information therefrom. Information is printed on the first substrate in accordance with the print information and a conductive trace is deposited on the second substrate in accordance with circuit layout information. Components are placed on the deposited conductive trace in accordance with the component placement information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
  • G06F 17/50 - Computer-aided design
  • G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
  • G06K 1/00 - Methods or arrangements for marking the record carrier in digital fashion

45.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 15415587
Grant Number 09978292
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-25
First Publication Date 2017-07-27
Grant Date 2018-05-22
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Santoro, Jr., Marcellino

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed herein. An example apparatus includes a first panel, a second panel, and a third panel. In this example, in an erected position, the first panel, the second panel, and the third panel form a triangular cross-section. The example apparatus also includes a stop that extends between a base of one of the first panel, the second panel, or the third panel and a vertex of the others of the first panel and the second panel, the first panel and the third panel, or the second panel and the third panel. The example stop prevents movement of the vertex toward the base.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 7/00 - Signs, name or number plates, letters, numerals, or symbolsPanels or boards

46.

System and method for pricing advertisement placements online in a real-time bidding environment

      
Application Number 13857123
Grant Number 09715699
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-04-04
First Publication Date 2017-07-25
Grant Date 2017-07-25
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Els, Michael
  • Postelnik, Igor

Abstract

A method and system for pricing advertisement placements online in a real-time bidding (RTB) environment is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method includes receiving a plurality of responses from a plurality of real-time bidding (RTB) requests for an advertisement placement and determining a first data set from the plurality of responses, where the first data set includes prices paid for winning the advertisement placement. The computer-implemented method further includes determining a second data set from the plurality of responses, where the second data set includes losing bid prices, and estimating a price distribution curve based on one or more of the first data set and the second data set.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

47.

Self-erectable display and automatic locking mechanism for a self-erectable display

      
Application Number 15229920
Grant Number 09715840
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-05
First Publication Date 2017-07-25
Grant Date 2017-07-25
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Warmus, James

Abstract

A display apparatus includes a shroud having first and second sheet portions disposed in opposition to one another, the first and second sheet portions being connected to one another at a first side by a first joint and at a second side by a second joint. A support member is disposed between the first and second sheet portions and between the first and second joints, the support member being affixed to the first and second sheet portions and movably disposed relative to the first and second joints, the support member being positionable between a closed position and an open position, the open position outwardly biasing the support member against the first and second sheet portions to cause the shroud to assume a curvilinear cross-sectional shape along a length of the shroud. Notches are formed in the first and second joints at a first position along the length of the shroud. One or more elastic members couple the support member the first and/or second joints and bias the support member into the open position and toward engagement with the notches.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

48.

Printing system

      
Application Number 15425790
Grant Number 10279605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-06
First Publication Date 2017-05-25
Grant Date 2019-05-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haan, Henderikus A.
  • Moscato, Anthony V.
  • Rimes, Brett
  • Rocco, Frank J.
  • Armstrong, Carl F.

Abstract

A printing system includes a first imaging unit configured to print a first image and a registration mark associated with the first image on a web contemporaneously during a production run, and a sensor configured to detect the registration mark at a point where the registration mark is within a second imaging unit. The printing system further includes a controller configured to calculate an offset along a width direction of the web based on the registration mark and to instruct the second imaging unit to print the second image on the web. The second image is shifted in its entirety in accordance with the calculated offset and is printed on the same side of the web as the first image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41J 11/46 - Controlling by marks or formations on the paper being fed
  • B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
  • B41J 3/54 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed with two or more sets of type or printing elements
  • B41J 11/00 - Devices or arrangements for supporting or handling copy material in sheet or web form
  • G03G 15/01 - Apparatus for electrographic processes using a charge pattern for producing multicoloured copies
  • G03G 15/00 - Apparatus for electrographic processes using a charge pattern
  • B41J 2/01 - Ink jet
  • B41J 13/32 - Means for positioning sheets in two directions under one control, e.g. for format control or orthogonal sheet positioning

49.

Polyalkenyl coupling agent and conjugated diene polymers prepared therefrom

      
Application Number 14712505
Grant Number 09951160
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-14
First Publication Date 2017-04-27
Grant Date 2018-04-24
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Van Der Huizen, Adriaan Albert
  • De Wit, Frank Wijnand

Abstract

wherein the polyalkenyl coupling agent is an alpha,omega-bis(vinylphenyl)alkane. Also provided is the polymer so prepared and its use in concentrates, aqueous emulsions and products made from aqueous emulsions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08F 36/06 - Butadiene
  • C08F 36/08 - Isoprene
  • C08C 19/02 - Hydrogenation
  • C08F 297/04 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by successively polymerising different monomer systems using a catalyst of the ionic or coordination type without deactivating the intermediate polymer using a catalyst of the anionic type polymerising vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes

50.

Ink composition for use on non-absorbent surfaces

      
Application Number 14872836
Grant Number 09868869
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-01
First Publication Date 2017-04-06
Grant Date 2018-01-16
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Litman, Stanley
  • Geddes, Pamela
  • Edwards, Morgan
  • Carson, Jr., Michael
  • Hook, Kevin J.

Abstract

According to one aspect, an ink composition includes a colorant, one or more polymers such as a polyurethane siloxane, a surfactant, water, and a solvent. The ink composition has a total solids content of less than about 20% by weight. Further the ink has an initial surface tension of less than about 50 dynes per centimeter on application and the surface tension on drying should not increase by more than 20 percent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 11/102 - Printing inks based on artificial resins containing macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions other than those only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds
  • C09D 11/033 - Printing inks characterised by features other than the chemical nature of the binder characterised by the solvent

51.

Labels and methods of producing the same

      
Application Number 15370544
Grant Number 10249222
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-12-06
First Publication Date 2017-03-23
Grant Date 2019-04-02
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tobol, Gretchen M.
  • Warmus, James

Abstract

Label apparatus having identification tags and tamper evident pattern release layers and methods of producing such labels are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first substrate, a first pattern of adhesive, a tamper-evident release layer, a second pattern of adhesive, a tag, a third pattern of adhesive, and a second substrate. The first pattern of adhesive includes a first adhesive. The first pattern of adhesive and the tamper-evident release layer are disposed on the first substrate. The second and third patterns of adhesive include a second adhesive. The second pattern of adhesive is disposed on the first substrate and surrounded by the first pattern of adhesive. The tag includes a remaining portion coupled to the first pattern of adhesive and a removable portion coupled to the second pattern of adhesive. The third pattern of adhesive is coupled to the tag, the first pattern of adhesive, and the second substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 3/00 - Labels, tag tickets, or similar identification or indication meansSealsPostage or like stamps
  • B31D 1/02 - Multiple-step processes for making flat articles the articles being labels or tags
  • G09F 3/10 - Fastening or securing by means not forming part of the material of the label itself by an adhesive layer
  • G09F 3/02 - Forms or constructions

52.

Electronic label having a timer function

      
Application Number 14853563
Grant Number 09691303
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-14
First Publication Date 2017-03-16
Grant Date 2017-06-27
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.
  • Palmer, Eric V.

Abstract

An electronic label includes a first substrate, a second substrate, and an electronic circuit disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate. A switch and an indicator are coupled to the electronic circuit. The indicator is responsive to actuation of the switch to indicate usage of a product.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 3/20 - Casings, frames, or enclosures for labels for adjustable, removable, or interchangeable labels
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

53.

Apparatus and method for monitoring a package during transit

      
Application Number 15344939
Grant Number 10026056
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-07
First Publication Date 2017-02-23
Grant Date 2018-07-17
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.
  • Warmus, James L.
  • Palmer, Eric V.

Abstract

According to one aspect, a monitoring device includes a processor, a sensor, and a configuration circuit. The sensor is adapted to detect if the sensor is subjected to at least a first magnitude of the particular condition. The configuration circuit may be used to specify a second magnitude of the particular condition, wherein the second magnitude is greater than the first magnitude. The processor remains in an inactive state if the object is subjected to a magnitude of the particular condition less than the second magnitude, and the sensor generates a signal in response to detection of sensor being subjected to at least the second magnitude of the particular condition. In response to the signal, the processor enters an active state to develop an indication of at least the second magnitude of the particular condition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

54.

Amine-containing polyalkenyl coupling agents and polymers prepared therefrom

      
Application Number 14826724
Grant Number 09834625
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-08-14
First Publication Date 2017-02-16
Grant Date 2017-12-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Van Der Huizen, Adrie A.
  • Willis, Carl L.

Abstract

A coupling agent having at least two alkenylbenzene groups each covalently bonded with a nitrogen of an amine compound. The coupling agent can have the structure I: m is an integer from 1 to 8.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08F 257/02 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by polymerising monomers on to polymers of aromatic monomers as defined in group on to polymers of styrene or alkyl-substituted styrenes
  • C08F 12/08 - Styrene
  • C08F 136/08 - Isoprene
  • C08F 212/34 - Monomers containing two or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals
  • C08F 8/32 - Introducing nitrogen atoms or nitrogen-containing groups by reaction with amines

55.

System and method for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements

      
Application Number 13670448
Grant Number 09563903
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-06
First Publication Date 2017-02-07
Grant Date 2017-02-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haley, Ben
  • Els, Michael
  • Harris, Damien
  • Farmer, Chris

Abstract

A method and system for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises receiving a real-time bidding (RTB) request from a bidder. The RTB request contains a campaign target. An online advertisement campaign corresponding to the RTB request is placed. Campaign performance data is received from an impression server and/or an event server. The campaign performance data is compared to the campaign target. Based on the result of comparison, it is determined whether to enable or disable the online advertisement campaign.

IPC Classes  ?

56.

System and method for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements

      
Application Number 13750960
Grant Number 09501789
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-01-25
First Publication Date 2016-11-22
Grant Date 2016-11-22
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haley, Ben
  • Els, Michael
  • Harris, Damien
  • Farmer, Chris
  • Carlson, Kurt

Abstract

A method and system for controlling real-time bidding for online advertisements is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises communicating with a bidder and an impression server and an event tracking server. The bidder receives a real-time bidding (RTB) request containing an available impression from an exchange and places a bid corresponding to the RTB request. The impression server receives impression requests from a browser and responds to the impression requests from the browser. The event tracking server receives event requests from the browser and responds to event requests from the browser. Campaign performance data is retrieved from one or more of the impression server and the event tracking server and compared to the campaign target. The bidder is notified whether to bid for online advertisement impressions based on the campaign performance data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

57.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 14709266
Grant Number 09779640
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-11
First Publication Date 2016-11-17
Grant Date 2017-10-03
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Ruhaak, Laura

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a shroud including a first shroud panel; a second shroud panel opposite the first shroud panel; a first end separating the first shroud panel and the second shroud panel; and a second end separating the first shroud panel and the second shroud panel; and an elastic band to be coupled to the shroud between the first and second ends to outwardly bias the first shroud panel relative to the second shroud panel to enable the shroud to have an oblong cross-section when erected.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features

58.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 14711739
Grant Number 09734734
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-13
First Publication Date 2016-11-17
Grant Date 2017-08-15
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lyon, Jon

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed. An example self-erectable display includes a shroud including a first shroud panel opposite a second shroud panel and a support coupled within the shroud. In the example display, the support including a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second side edges. The first and second edges extend through an aperture defined by the support. The example display also includes an elastic band coupled to the support to outwardly bias first shroud panel from the second shroud panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

59.

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays

      
Application Number 14709285
Grant Number 09812038
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-11
First Publication Date 2016-11-17
Grant Date 2017-11-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lyon, Jon

Abstract

Self-erectable displays and methods of making such self-erectable displays are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a shroud including a first shroud panel, a second shroud panel coupled to the first shroud panel, and an interior formed between the first shroud panel and the second shroud panel. A support is disposed in the interior of the shroud, the support including a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second sides edges, the first side edge coupled adjacent the second side edge, and one of the first side edge or the second side edge coupled to one of the first shroud panel or the second shroud panel. A biasing member is coupled to the support such that at least a portion of the biasing member is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the support, the biasing member to cause a portion of the first shroud panel to separate from a portion of the second shroud panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

60.

Antenna

      
Application Number 29507213
Grant Number D0769228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-24
First Publication Date 2016-10-18
Grant Date 2016-10-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Gillon, Adam J.

61.

Apparatus and method for extending door brake lifespan

      
Application Number 15165549
Grant Number 10174552
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-26
First Publication Date 2016-09-22
Grant Date 2019-01-08
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lueker, David

Abstract

The present disclosure includes a retrofitted door brake. The retrofitted door brake may, in various embodiments, comprise a hub comprising a cylindrical central axle, a plurality of projections extending radially away from an outer circumference of the central axle, and/or a cam comprising a plurality of pins that hold the projections away from a channel wall of a brake housing. The pins may be configured to break away from the cam to release the projections into contact with the channel wall, and the pins may be fitted with a cover, such that the pins are capable of withstanding abrasion and wear. The cover may comprise a cylinder having an axially running aperture, and/or a beveled edge that shaves a layer of the outer surface from one of the plurality of pins as it is fitted over the pin.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/80 - Safety measures against dropping or unauthorised openingBraking or immobilising devicesDevices for limiting unrolling
  • E05F 5/00 - Braking devices, e.g. checksStopsBuffers
  • E05D 13/00 - Accessories for sliding or lifting wings, e.g. pulleys, safety catches
  • E06B 9/84 - Safety measures against dropping or unauthorised openingBraking or immobilising devicesDevices for limiting unrolling automatic against dropping
  • B23P 6/00 - Restoring or reconditioning objects

62.

Closure with roller endlock

      
Application Number 14643347
Grant Number 09624708
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-03-10
First Publication Date 2016-09-15
Grant Date 2017-04-18
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Balay, Thomas
  • Balay, Joseph

Abstract

A closure is described. In a preferred embodiment a novel door roller is presented that is more resistant to a dislodgement force. The door roller comprises a bearing that rolls on a piece of round stock that is part of a door guide. When a dislodgement force is imposed on the door, the door bows and the bearing contacts the stock preventing dislodgement of the door roller from its track and allow the door to remain operational.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/08 - Roll-type closures
  • E05D 15/16 - Suspension arrangements for wings for wings sliding vertically more or less in their own plane
  • F16C 29/04 - Ball or roller bearings
  • E05D 15/24 - Suspension arrangements for wings for wings sliding vertically more or less in their own plane consisting of parts connected at their edges

63.

Methods and apparatus of producing collectible cards

      
Application Number 14709299
Grant Number 09895720
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-11
First Publication Date 2016-09-01
Grant Date 2018-02-20
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eastwood, David
  • Benson, Harold Aldridge
  • Cholewinski, Joe

Abstract

Methods and apparatus of producing collectible cards are disclosed. An example method includes producing a first stack of cards including a first card type and a second card type from a single substrate sheet, separating the first stack of cards into a first sub-stack and a second sub-stack. The first sub-stack includes the first card type and the second sub-stack includes the second card type. The example method includes comparing a first top card of the first sub-stack to a first reference card and, based on the first top card being substantially similar to the first reference card, automatically transferring the first sub-stack to a first tray designated to receive the first card type.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B07C 5/00 - Sorting according to a characteristic or feature of the articles or material being sorted, e.g. by control effected by devices which detect or measure such characteristic or featureSorting by manually actuated devices, e.g. switches
  • B07C 5/36 - Sorting apparatus characterised by the means used for distribution
  • B65H 33/02 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by moving a blade or like member into the pile
  • B65H 33/14 - Forming counted batches in delivery pile or stream of articles by diverting batches to separate receivers
  • B65H 39/00 - Associating, collating, or gathering articles or webs
  • B65H 43/04 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, presence of faulty articles
  • B65H 43/06 - Use of control, checking, or safety devices, e.g. automatic devices comprising an element for sensing a variable detecting, or responding to, completion of pile

64.

Advanced graphite additive for enhanced cycle-life of deep discharge lead-acid batteries

      
Application Number 15005254
Grant Number 10340523
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-25
First Publication Date 2016-08-25
Grant Date 2019-07-02
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jagannathan, Sudhakar
  • Vargonen, M. Metin
  • Korinek, Paul D.
  • Adanuvor, Prosper K.

Abstract

2/g.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
  • H01B 1/04 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
  • H01M 4/20 - Processes of manufacture of pasted electrodes
  • H01M 10/12 - Construction or manufacture
  • H01M 4/14 - Electrodes for lead-acid accumulators
  • H01M 10/613 - Cooling or keeping cold
  • H01M 10/625 - Vehicles
  • H01B 1/12 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of other non-metallic substances organic substances
  • H01M 2/16 - Separators; Membranes; Diaphragms; Spacing elements characterised by the material
  • H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
  • H01M 4/56 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of lead
  • H01M 10/08 - Selection of materials as electrolytes
  • H01M 10/06 - Lead-acid accumulators
  • H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

65.

Methods and apparatus for supporting radio frequency identification tags

      
Application Number 15001851
Grant Number 09688058
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-20
First Publication Date 2016-08-04
Grant Date 2017-06-27
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Hull, Brad

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for supporting radio frequency identification tags are disclosed herein. An example apparatus includes a face layer that includes a tag seat, a first extension extending from a first edge of the tag seat, and a second extension extending from a second edge of the tag seat, a third extension extending from a third edge of the tag seat, and a fourth extension extending from a fourth edge of the tag seat. The example apparatus includes an adhesive layer applied to at least a portion an inner surface of the face layer. The example apparatus includes an RFID tag coupled to the tag seat. The RFID tag is to be spaced apart from a surface when outer portions of the first extension and the second extension are coupled to the surface and inner portions of the first extension and the second extension are flexed away from the surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 5/00 - Methods or arrangements for verifying the correctness of markings on a record carrierColumn-detection devices
  • B32B 37/00 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding
  • B32B 37/22 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of both discrete and continuous layers
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 37/02 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by a sequence of laminating steps, e.g. by adding new layers at consecutive laminating stations
  • B32B 38/04 - Punching, slitting or perforating
  • B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
  • B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processesSafety arrangements

66.

Use of a sense mark to control a printing system

      
Application Number 14294887
Grant Number 09561672
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-06-03
First Publication Date 2016-08-04
Grant Date 2017-02-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Haan, Henderikus A.
  • Moscato, Anthony V.
  • Rimes, Brett
  • Rocco, Frank J.
  • Armstrong, Carl F.

Abstract

A printing system includes a first imaging unit configured to print a first image and a single registration mark associated with the first image on a substrate contemporaneously during a production run, and a sensor configured to detect the registration mark at a point where the registration mark is within a second imaging unit. The printing system further includes a controller configured to calculate an offset along a width direction of the substrate based on the single registration mark and to instruct the second imaging unit to print the second image on the substrate. The second image is shifted in its entirety in accordance with the calculated offset and is printed on the same side of the substrate as the first image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41J 11/46 - Controlling by marks or formations on the paper being fed
  • B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
  • B41J 3/54 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed with two or more sets of type or printing elements
  • B41J 11/00 - Devices or arrangements for supporting or handling copy material in sheet or web form
  • G03G 15/01 - Apparatus for electrographic processes using a charge pattern for producing multicoloured copies
  • G03G 15/00 - Apparatus for electrographic processes using a charge pattern

67.

Overhead door with lintel seal interface assembly

      
Application Number 15041531
Grant Number 10006244
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-02-11
First Publication Date 2016-06-23
Grant Date 2018-06-26
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Balay, Joseph L.
  • Kondash, Joseph L.

Abstract

An overhead door guide cover that includes a first leg and a second leg separated by an inter-hinge area. A first end of the inter-hinge area is joined with the first leg at a first hinge. A second end of the inter-hinge area is joined with the second leg of a second hinge. The second leg is for engaging a door guide assembly; and the first leg is for engaging a structure wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 7/18 - Sealing arrangements on wings or parts co-operating with the wings by means of movable edgings, e.g. draught sealings additionally used for bolting
  • E06B 9/17 - Parts or details of roller shutters, e.g. suspension devices, shutter boxes, wicket doors, ventilation openings
  • E06B 9/58 - Guiding devices

68.

Door control systems

      
Application Number 14995681
Grant Number 09605468
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-14
First Publication Date 2016-05-12
Grant Date 2017-03-28
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cui, Xin
  • Mueller, Jeffery L.
  • Mankoski, Michael D.
  • Burwell, G. Bruce

Abstract

The present disclosure includes systems, methods, and articles of manufacture for controlling a door. In various embodiments, exemplary systems may include a controller that may initialize and/or reset a limit count. A controller may initialize and/or reset a limit count in response to detection by a first position sensor of a first target. A controller may further initialize and/or reset a limit count by incrementing the limit count in response to a signal from a gear tooth sensor until a second position sensor detects a second target, whereupon the controller may store the limit count.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02P 5/00 - Arrangements specially adapted for regulating or controlling the speed or torque of two or more electric motors
  • E05F 15/70 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation
  • E06B 9/68 - Operating devices or mechanisms, e.g. with electric drive
  • E05F 15/77 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation using wireless control
  • E06B 9/11 - Roller shutters
  • E06B 9/40 - Roller blinds

69.

Assembly for insulating a door curtain

      
Application Number 14988439
Grant Number 09752382
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-05
First Publication Date 2016-05-05
Grant Date 2017-09-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Lueker, David

Abstract

The present disclosure includes a system and article of manufacture for a door assembly for rolling and unrolling, or retracting and extending, a door curtain. The door assembly may include various mechanisms to protect a door curtain from wear and abrasion, as well as muffle noise associated with the operation of the door curtain. The door assembly may comprise a curtain shaft. A door curtain may roll and/or unroll (e.g., open and/or close) on the curtain shaft. The door assembly may further include an insulator shaft, which may receive or hold a door curtain insulator or insulators. A door curtain insulator may attach to the insulator shaft as well as the curtain shaft and/or door curtain itself. In operation, as the door curtain is rolled up, one or more lengths of insulator may be unrolled from the insulator shaft and layered, or interleaved, between consecutive layers of rolled up door curtain. Similarly, as the door curtain is unrolled, one or more lengths of insulator may be rolled up or wound about the insulator shaft, such that no insulator travels with the curtain as it unrolls towards a closed position. The door assembly may also include a mechanism for compensating for a difference between an angular speed of a door curtain on a curtain shaft and an angular speed of a door curtain insulator on an insulator shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/42 - Parts or details of roller blinds, e.g. suspension devices, blind boxes
  • E06B 9/174 - Bearings specially adapted therefor
  • E06B 9/58 - Guiding devices
  • E06B 9/13 - Roller shutters with closing members of one piece, e.g. of corrugated sheet metal

70.

Display screen with graphical user interface

      
Application Number 29520254
Grant Number D0754686
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-03-12
First Publication Date 2016-04-26
Grant Date 2016-04-26
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Mandeville, Paul

71.

Curable, resealable, swellable, reactive sealant composition for zonal isolation and well integrity

      
Application Number 14517968
Grant Number 09657213
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-20
First Publication Date 2016-04-21
Grant Date 2017-05-23
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Murphy, Erin B.
  • Nguyen, Duc V.
  • Bening, Robert C.

Abstract

12 carbon atoms, or monoacrylate, monomethacrylate, monoacrylamide, or monomethacrylamide. The multifunctional monomer are di-, tri-, tetra-, and/or penta-functional monomers with vinyl, acrylate, methacrylate, acrylamide, or methacrylamide functionality, such as tricyclodecane dimethanol diacrylate, trimethylolpropane trimethacrylate, 1,3-butylene glycol dimethacrylate or a mixture thereof. The reactive unsaturated polymer is a styrenic block copolymer such as SBS, SIS, S-I/B-S, I-SEBS-I, and mixtures of two or more of these. The swellable additive is selected from saturated block copolymers such as SEBS, SEPS, SEEPS, and I-SEBS-I, or a mixture of these. Free radical initiators are preferably peroxides, although others are acceptable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 8/44 - Compositions for cementing, e.g. for cementing casings into boreholesCompositions for plugging, e.g. for killing wells containing organic binders only
  • C09K 8/508 - Compositions based on water or polar solvents containing organic compounds macromolecular compounds
  • C09K 8/035 - Organic additives
  • C08F 220/18 - Esters of monohydric alcohols or phenols of phenols or of alcohols containing two or more carbon atoms with acrylic or methacrylic acids
  • C08F 220/56 - AcrylamideMethacrylamide
  • C08F 222/10 - Esters
  • C09J 4/00 - Adhesives based on organic non-macromolecular compounds having at least one polymerisable carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bond

72.

Apparatus and method for monitoring a package during transit

      
Application Number 14830452
Grant Number 09514432
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-08-19
First Publication Date 2016-02-25
Grant Date 2016-12-06
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.
  • Warmus, James L.
  • Palmer, Eric V.

Abstract

According to one aspect, a monitoring device for detecting when an object may be subjected to a condition includes a processor, a sensor, and a configuration circuit. The sensor is adapted to detect if the object is subjected to at least a first magnitude of the particular condition. The configuration circuit may be used to specify a second magnitude of the particular condition, wherein the second magnitude is greater than the first magnitude. The processor remains in an inactive state if the object is subjected to a magnitude of the particular condition less than the second magnitude, and the sensor generates a signal in response to detection of object being subjected to at least the second magnitude of the particular condition. In response to the signal, the processor enters an active state to develop an indication of at least the second magnitude of the particular condition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

73.

Method and apparatus for producing an electronic device

      
Application Number 14825986
Grant Number 09996788
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-08-13
First Publication Date 2016-02-18
Grant Date 2018-06-12
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.

Abstract

A method and apparatus for producing an electronic device are disclosed. An adhesive material is jetted in a first pattern on a surface of a receiver substrate. A carrier having a metal foil disposed thereon is brought into contact with the first substrate such that a portion of the metal foil contacts the adhesive material. The adhesive material is activated using at least one of mechanical pressure and heat while the portion of the metal foil is in contact with the adhesive material. The first substrate and the second substrate are separated, whereby the portion of the metal foil is transferred to the first substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
  • H05K 3/04 - Apparatus or processes for manufacturing printed circuits in which the conductive material is applied to the surface of the insulating support and is thereafter removed from such areas of the surface which are not intended for current conducting or shielding the conductive material being removed mechanically, e.g. by punching
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
  • H05K 3/46 - Manufacturing multi-layer circuits

74.

Method for determining a state of charge and remaining operation life of a battery

      
Application Number 14767393
Grant Number 10031185
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-04
First Publication Date 2015-12-31
Grant Date 2018-07-24
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bussar, Rainer
  • Hoogestraat, Gerd Wessels
  • Fischer, Wolfgang Rudolf
  • Hopper, Thomas
  • Redon, Nicolas Henri Bernard
  • Sielemann, Olaf
  • Zeh, Sebastian

Abstract

Determining a state of charge (SOC) of a rechargeable battery includes using a first process to determine a first value for the SOC of the battery and using a second process to determine a second value for the SOC of the battery and deriving the SOC as a weighted average of the first value for the SOC and the second value for the SOC. During a charging cycle of the battery an input charge of the battery is determined from an input current flowing into the battery and a charging time. During a discharging cycle an output charge of the battery is determined from an output current flowing out of the battery, a discharging time and an actual capacity of the battery is the sum of the input charge over charging cycles minus the sum of the output charge over discharging cycles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/36 - Arrangements for testing, measuring or monitoring the electrical condition of accumulators or electric batteries, e.g. capacity or state of charge [SoC]
  • H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

75.

Rotary enthalpy exchange wheel having sulfonated block copolymer

      
Application Number 14316116
Grant Number 09216405
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-06-26
First Publication Date 2015-12-22
Grant Date 2015-12-22
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tan, Kuitian
  • Huynh, Steven

Abstract

A rotary enthalpy exchange wheel having a rotatable wheel with air passageways extending from a front side to a back side for passing air streams therethrough. The wheel has a rigid substrate which is coated or laminated with a desiccant composition having a sulfonated block copolymer. The sulfonated block copolymer has at least one end block A and at least one interior block B, wherein each A block contains essentially no sulfonic acid or sulfonate ester functional groups and each B block is a polymer block containing from about 10 to about 100 mol percent sulfonic acid or sulfonate ester functional groups based on the number of monomer units.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 53/02 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography
  • B01J 20/26 - Synthetic macromolecular compounds
  • B01D 69/10 - Supported membranesMembrane supports
  • B01D 71/80 - Block polymers
  • B01D 71/66 - Polymers having sulfur in the main chain, with or without nitrogen, oxygen or carbon only
  • B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion
  • B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
  • B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties

76.

Graphical system for database marketing

      
Application Number 14661512
Grant Number 10134052
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-03-18
First Publication Date 2015-12-03
Grant Date 2018-11-20
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Mandeville, Paul

Abstract

An example method involves a computing device displaying a first action-outcome node corresponding to a first marketing-campaign action, displaying a plurality of outcomes of the first marketing-campaign action, positioned around the first action-outcome node, wherein each outcome corresponds to a potential result of the first marketing-campaign action, displaying a second action-outcome node corresponding to a second marketing-campaign action, displaying a plurality of outcomes of the second marketing-campaign action, positioned around the second action-outcome node, wherein each outcome corresponds to a potential result of the second marketing-campaign action, and displaying a graphical link connecting an outcome of the first action-outcome node to the second action-outcome node.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/00 - Commerce
  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

77.

Block copolymers, their manufacture and their use

      
Application Number 14734123
Grant Number 09364825
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-09
First Publication Date 2015-10-15
Grant Date 2016-06-14
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Willis, Carl L.
  • Van Der Huizen, Adrie A.

Abstract

A functionalized block copolymer polymerized using vinylbenzylamino derivative monomers for use in such applications as anionic exchange membranes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01J 41/14 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds
  • B01D 71/62 - Polycondensates having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings in the main chain
  • B01D 61/44 - Ion-selective electrodialysis
  • B01D 65/10 - Testing of membranes or membrane apparatusDetecting or repairing leaks
  • H01M 8/10 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes
  • B01D 71/82 - Macromolecular material not specifically provided for in a single one of groups characterised by the presence of specified groups, e.g. introduced by chemical after-treatment
  • B01D 71/80 - Block polymers
  • B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion

78.

Textile coating composition

      
Application Number 14243046
Grant Number 10047477
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-04-02
First Publication Date 2015-10-08
Grant Date 2018-08-14
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Blackwell, Jr., Richard Ivey
  • Cegura, Jacey
  • Pham, Hoa
  • Tan, Kuitian
  • Sonderman, Marc S.

Abstract

The current invention concerns a textile coating composition comprising an aqueous emulsion of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer and a poly(vinyl alcohol). It also concerns a method for preparing the textile coating composition and its application. It also concerns fabrics on which the coating compositions have been applied.

IPC Classes  ?

  • D06M 15/233 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated aromatic, e.g. styrene
  • C09D 153/02 - Vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes
  • D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
  • D06M 15/333 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of unsaturated alcohols or esters thereof of vinyl acetatePolyvinylalcohol
  • D06M 15/356 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of other unsaturated compounds containing nitrogen, sulfur, silicon or phosphorus atoms
  • D06M 23/16 - Processes for the non-uniform application of treating agents, e.g. one-sided treatmentDifferential treatment
  • D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • D06N 3/10 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds with styrene-butadiene copolymerisation products

79.

Block copolymers containing a copolymer myrcene block

      
Application Number 14243083
Grant Number 10053603
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-04-02
First Publication Date 2015-10-08
Grant Date 2018-08-21
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Stol, Marianne
  • Dupont, Martine

Abstract

The polymer block A may be a copolymer block. When the polymer block A is a copolymer block, both block A and the copolymer myrcene block copolymer B can have a random, tapered or a controlled distribution configuration of comonomers. The block copolymer can be selectively or exhaustively hydrogenated. The block copolymer may be used in making adhesives and vibration damping compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09J 153/02 - Vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes
  • C08F 301/00 - Macromolecular compounds not provided for in groups
  • C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products
  • C08F 297/02 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by successively polymerising different monomer systems using a catalyst of the ionic or coordination type without deactivating the intermediate polymer using a catalyst of the anionic type
  • C09J 153/00 - Adhesives based on block copolymers containing at least one sequence of a polymer obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bondsAdhesives based on derivatives of such polymers

80.

Adhesive compositions containing a block copolymer with polymyrcene

      
Application Number 14243066
Grant Number 09458362
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-04-02
First Publication Date 2015-10-08
Grant Date 2016-10-04
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dupont, Martine
  • Stol, Marianne

Abstract

The invention relates to a novel block copolymer comprising at least one polymeric monoalkenyl arene block and at least one polymeric myrcene block having a low and stable viscosity and having good adhesive properties when used in an adhesive composition or as a damping material. An adhesive composition is also described, preferably containing an SMS triblock optionally mixed with an SM diblock. The adhesive composition comprises: 1) a block copolymer having at least one polymeric monoalkenyl arene block and at least one polymeric myrcene block; 2) a tackifier; 3) optional plasticizer; and 4) optionally a stabilizer. Compared with adhesive compositions comprising SIS block copolymers, those comprising SMS block copolymers have lower and more stable viscosity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08F 293/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by polymerisation on to a macromolecule having groups capable of inducing the formation of new polymer chains bound exclusively at one or both ends of the starting macromolecule
  • C09J 153/02 - Vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes
  • C08F 236/22 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, at least one having two or more carbon-to-carbon double bonds the radical having three or more carbon-to-carbon double bonds
  • C08F 297/02 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by successively polymerising different monomer systems using a catalyst of the ionic or coordination type without deactivating the intermediate polymer using a catalyst of the anionic type
  • C09J 153/00 - Adhesives based on block copolymers containing at least one sequence of a polymer obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bondsAdhesives based on derivatives of such polymers

81.

Low fluid loss drilling fluid compositions comprising diblock copolymers

      
Application Number 14226890
Grant Number 09394472
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-03-27
First Publication Date 2015-10-01
Grant Date 2016-07-19
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Murphy, Erin
  • Bening, Robert

Abstract

The invention relates to a selectively hydrogenated isoprene-styrene diblock copolymer having a polystyrene content of at least 40 wt. %, which when added to an oil-based mud composition, substantially reduces fluid loss. The polystyrene in the diblock has a true molecular weight greater than 60 kg/mole and the total apparent molecular weight of the diblock copolymer is at least 160 kg/mole. The drilling mud that contains about 0.5 pounds per barrel to about 10 pounds per barrel of a selectively hydrogenated isoprene-styrene diblock copolymer and a weighting agent, resulting in a drilling fluid composition exhibiting good suspension of the weighting agent and improved fluid loss performance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 8/32 - Non-aqueous well-drilling compositions, e.g. oil-based

82.

System and method for optimizing real-time bidding on online advertisement placements utilizing mixed probability methods

      
Application Number 13672698
Grant Number 09129313
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-08
First Publication Date 2015-09-08
Grant Date 2015-09-08
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Farmer, Christopher
  • Els, Michael
  • Postelnik, Igor
  • Hodges, Paul
  • Carlson, Kurt

Abstract

A method and system for optimizing real-time bidding on online advertisement placements is disclosed. According to one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises receiving a real-time bidding (RTB) request from a RTB partner who is selling an impression on behalf of a publisher. Several probability scores are predetermined based on various criterion. During the processing of a real-time bid request, a combined probability score and threshold are calculated based on these probability scores. The decision to bid on and price to bid for the impression is determined by the RTB system. Campaign targets are based on the combined probability score. A RTB bid response indicating the selected campaign targets and the bid prices are returned to the RTB partner.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising

83.

Lead-acid battery positive plate and alloy therefore

      
Application Number 14431500
Grant Number 10147953
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-09-26
First Publication Date 2015-08-27
Grant Date 2018-12-04
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wang, Xiangjun
  • Mihara, David Robert
  • Adanuvor, Prosper
  • Mattan, Edward

Abstract

A lead-acid battery grid made from a lead-based alloy containing tin, calcium, bismuth and copper and characterized by enhanced mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, less battery gassing, lower sulfation and water loss, and no post-casting treatment requirements for age hardening. In one embodiment, the battery grids are formed from a lead-based alloy including about 2.0% tin, about 0.0125% copper, about 0.065% calcium, and about 0.032% bismuth. Preferably, the battery grid is free of silver beyond trace levels in the alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 4/68 - Selection of materials for use in lead-acid accumulators
  • C22C 11/06 - Alloys based on lead with tin as the next major constituent
  • H01M 4/14 - Electrodes for lead-acid accumulators
  • H01M 4/73 - Grids for lead-acid accumulators, e.g. frame plates
  • H01M 10/06 - Lead-acid accumulators

84.

Heat fusible oil gels

      
Application Number 14172119
Grant Number 09304231
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-04
First Publication Date 2015-08-06
Grant Date 2016-04-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Salazar, Lydia

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a composition for a gel useful in fiber optic cable which has the normal consistency of a grease but which, if desired, will become a rubbery coherent gel upon heating; a method of making the heat-fusible gel, and a method of making a spliceable fiber optic cable, and a fiber optic cable. In the broadest sense, a heat-fusible oil gel composition for fiber optic cable is disclosed, comprising: from 50 to 80 wt. % of a grease-like gel based on a hydrocarbon oil containing from 2 to 10 wt. % of an S-EB or S-EP diblock polymer, or a mixture of these diblock copolymers, and from 20 to 50 wt. % of a grease-like gel based on a polar oil containing from 5 to 25 wt. % of an S-EB-S or S-EP-S triblock copolymer, or a mixture of these triblock copolymers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 1/04 - Optical elements characterised by the material of which they are madeOptical coatings for optical elements made of organic materials, e.g. plastics

85.

Overhead door with lintel seal interface assembly

      
Application Number 14312206
Grant Number 09279287
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-06-23
First Publication Date 2015-07-16
Grant Date 2016-03-08
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Balay, Joseph L.
  • Kondash, Joseph L.

Abstract

An overhead coiling door which includes a lintel seal interface assembly comprising a mounting bracket and a seal material sandwiched between a top and bottom row of brush bristles. The top row of bristles is shorter than the bottom row which provides relative rigidity to the flexible seal material and maintains greater cycle life. Further described are novel insulating material placement used to seal the building structure—door gaps. In one preferred design, a hinged guide cover has a first leg geometry to engage the structure and a second leg geometry to engage the curtain guide assembly to effectively seal gaps created by various amounts of curtain guide assembly setback.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/56 - Operating, guiding or securing devices or arrangements for roll-type closuresSpring drumsTape drumsCounterweighting arrangements therefor
  • E06B 9/58 - Guiding devices
  • E06B 9/17 - Parts or details of roller shutters, e.g. suspension devices, shutter boxes, wicket doors, ventilation openings

86.

Hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive and thermoset comprising styrene-butadiene polymers having high vinyl and high di-block

      
Application Number 14586079
Grant Number 09752068
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-30
First Publication Date 2015-07-09
Grant Date 2017-09-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Gillen, Jason Drew

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and systems for a hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive and thermoset that comprises from about 5 to about 50 wt. % of a block copolymer, from about 0 to about 75 wt. % of a tackifying resin, from about 0 to about 45 wt. % of an oil, and from about 0 to about 3 wt. % of an antioxidant.

IPC Classes  ?

87.

Systems and methods for variable video production, distribution and presentation

      
Application Number 14645052
Grant Number 09516369
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-03-11
First Publication Date 2015-07-02
Grant Date 2016-12-06
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Howett, Paul

Abstract

Methods, apparatus, systems and machine readable medium for variable video production, distribution and presentation are disclosed. An example video player to play a variable video includes an input interface to request first relevance data from a first intended viewer of a first version of the variable video and to request second relevance data from a second intended viewer of a second version of the variable video. The example video player also includes an assembler to assemble a first sequence of two or more of a plurality of scenes charted in a video file based on the first relevance data and at least one vector tagged to the plurality of scenes based on content of the plurality of scenes and to assemble a second sequence of two or more of the plurality of scenes charted in the video file based on the second relevance data and at least one vector.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 5/91 - Television signal processing therefor
  • H04N 21/2668 - Creating a channel for a dedicated end-user group, e.g. by inserting targeted commercials into a video stream based on end-user profiles
  • H04N 9/82 - Transformation of the television signal for recording, e.g. modulation, frequency changingInverse transformation for playback the individual colour picture signal components being recorded simultaneously only
  • G11B 27/34 - Indicating arrangements
  • H04N 21/854 - Content authoring
  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G11B 27/031 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals
  • H04N 21/81 - Monomedia components thereof
  • H04N 21/8543 - Content authoring using a description language, e.g. MHEG [Multimedia and Hypermedia information coding Expert Group] or XML [eXtensible Markup Language]

88.

Content delivery methods and systems

      
Application Number 14135322
Grant Number 09246972
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-19
First Publication Date 2015-06-25
Grant Date 2016-01-26
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Marr, Michael
  • Kaplan, Keith

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for delivering content from content providers to end users using computer networks. Aspects of the invention enable content providers cost-effective content delivery using, for example, download and peer-to-peer mechanisms, while also allowing content providers the ability to control and restrict usage of the content and combat piracy. These and other aspects of the invention are discussed in more detail herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
  • G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules

89.

Interactive video game system comprising toys with rewritable memories

      
Application Number 14137054
Grant Number 09802130
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-20
First Publication Date 2015-06-25
Grant Date 2017-10-31
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Reiche, Paul
  • West, Ray
  • Leyland, Robert
  • Neil, Daniel
  • Corrigan, Kern

Abstract

The invention disclosed herein relates to a video game system comprising a video game console and an object or toy used in connection with the video game console, wherein the object or toy has a rewritable data storage device, and wherein the video game console stores information in the rewritable data storage device in response to game play events occurring in a first gaming session. The stored information is subsequently retrieved by the video game console in a second gaming session, and the retrieved information is used to conduct the game play of the second gaming session.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/95 - Storage media specially adapted for storing game information, e.g. video game cartridges
  • A63F 13/98 - Accessories, i.e. detachable arrangements optional for the use of the video game device, e.g. grip supports of game controllers

90.

Input methods and devices for music-based video games

      
Application Number 14133492
Grant Number 09751019
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-18
First Publication Date 2015-06-18
Grant Date 2017-09-05
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jackson, Jamie
  • Osbourn, David
  • Wigfield, Neil
  • Davey, Joel
  • Coppard, Nathan
  • Bastable, Andy

Abstract

A music-based video game provides for game play based, in part, on a game player's physical performance. The game player's physical performance can be used to modify game play aspects and game play events, for example, the view or behavior of a crowd scene. A representation of a musician may be provided, with the musician mimicking movements of the game player.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/00 - Video games, i.e. games using an electronically generated display having two or more dimensions
  • A63F 13/814 - Musical performances, e.g. by evaluating the player's ability to follow a notation
  • A63F 13/52 - Controlling the output signals based on the game progress involving aspects of the displayed game scene
  • A63F 13/213 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types comprising photodetecting means, e.g. cameras, photodiodes or infrared cells
  • A63F 13/211 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types using inertial sensors, e.g. accelerometers or gyroscopes
  • A63F 13/428 - Processing input control signals of video game devices, e.g. signals generated by the player or derived from the environment by mapping the input signals into game commands, e.g. mapping the displacement of a stylus on a touch screen to the steering angle of a virtual vehicle involving motion or position input signals, e.g. signals representing the rotation of an input controller or a player's arm motions sensed by accelerometers or gyroscopes
  • A63F 13/21 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types
  • A63F 13/525 - Changing parameters of virtual cameras
  • A63F 13/245 - Constructional details thereof, e.g. game controllers with detachable joystick handles specially adapted to a particular type of game, e.g. steering wheels

91.

Methods and systems for an input device with an e-commerce button

      
Application Number 14133501
Grant Number 10039987
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-18
First Publication Date 2015-06-18
Grant Date 2018-08-07
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Turland, Paul

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to e-commerce systems and methods, and more particularly, e-commerce systems and methods relating to an input device with an e-commerce button useful in conducting e-commerce transactions. Generally, the e-commerce button can be used to conduct various e-commerce transactions, depending on context and/or programming.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/20 - Input arrangements for video game devices
  • A63F 13/792 - Game security or game management aspects involving player-related data, e.g. identities, accounts, preferences or play histories for payment purposes, e.g. monthly subscriptions
  • G06Q 30/06 - Buying, selling or leasing transactions
  • A63F 13/24 - Constructional details thereof, e.g. game controllers with detachable joystick handles
  • A63F 13/85 - Providing additional services to players

92.

System and method for playing video games on touchscreen-based devices

      
Application Number 14103774
Grant Number 11465040
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-11
First Publication Date 2015-06-11
Grant Date 2022-10-11
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor Hall, Gordon

Abstract

The present invention relates to systems and methods for controlling a weapons-related video game on a touchscreen-based device. Aspects of the invention simplify the act of aiming at a target on a touchscreen-based device by: presenting a virtual environment from a first viewpoint and a user interface to a player, the user interface comprising at least one graphical user input element, the virtual environment including a plurality of targets, at least some of which has assigned priorities; assigning a priority to at least one of the targets; determining a highest-priority target out of the at least one of the targets that have been assigned a priority; receiving an indication that the at least one graphical user input element has been selected by a user; and, in response, determining a second viewpoint for viewing the virtual environment that is different from the first viewpoint for viewing the virtual environment, relative to the highest-priority target.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/2145 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types for locating contacts on a surface, e.g. floor mats or touch pads the surface being also a display device, e.g. touch screens
  • A63F 13/533 - Controlling the output signals based on the game progress involving additional visual information provided to the game scene, e.g. by overlay to simulate a head-up display [HUD] or displaying a laser sight in a shooting game for prompting the player, e.g. by displaying a game menu
  • A63F 13/5372 - Controlling the output signals based on the game progress involving additional visual information provided to the game scene, e.g. by overlay to simulate a head-up display [HUD] or displaying a laser sight in a shooting game using indicators, e.g. showing the condition of a game character on screen for tagging characters, objects or locations in the game scene, e.g. displaying a circle under the character controlled by the player
  • A63F 13/837 - Shooting of targets

93.

Video game with improved social networking features

      
Application Number 14103781
Grant Number 10532288
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-11
First Publication Date 2015-06-11
Grant Date 2020-01-14
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Hall, Gordon
  • Gowland, Anthony

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and system relating to video games with improved social networking features. In some aspects of the invention, the improved social networking features include allowing players to associate their virtual items and/or characters with one or more sponsor players. The association alters the attributes of the virtual items and/or characters.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/795 - Game security or game management aspects involving player-related data, e.g. identities, accounts, preferences or play histories for finding other playersGame security or game management aspects involving player-related data, e.g. identities, accounts, preferences or play histories for building a teamGame security or game management aspects involving player-related data, e.g. identities, accounts, preferences or play histories for providing a buddy list

94.

Compositions compatible with jet printing and methods therefor

      
Application Number 14552140
Grant Number 09701120
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-24
First Publication Date 2015-06-04
Grant Date 2017-07-11
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Hook, Kevin J.
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Pilon, Lawrence
  • Zaloom, Jeffrey

Abstract

A device for use in a high speed variable printing comprises a housing having at least one surface, a series of ejection nozzles mounted on the one surface, and a source of a gating agent communicating with the nozzles. The gating agent comprises from about 0.05 to about 10% by weight of a blocking agent, up to about 15% by weight of a surface tension modifying compound, up to about 8% by weight of viscosity modifier such that the gating agent has a viscosity within the range of about 1 to 14 mPa s, and the balance of the gating agent comprises a solvent. The gating agent has a dynamic surface tension of less than about 60 dynes/cm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41J 2/14 - Structure thereof
  • B41J 2/005 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by bringing liquid or particles selectively into contact with a printing material
  • B41J 2/01 - Ink jet
  • B41M 1/06 - Lithographic printing
  • B41M 1/10 - Intaglio printing
  • B41J 11/00 - Devices or arrangements for supporting or handling copy material in sheet or web form
  • C09D 7/12 - Other additives
  • B41J 3/54 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed with two or more sets of type or printing elements
  • C09D 11/38 - Inkjet printing inks characterised by non-macromolecular additives other than solvents, pigments or dyes
  • C08K 5/17 - AminesQuaternary ammonium compounds
  • C08K 5/1535 - Five-membered rings
  • C08K 5/3415 - Five-membered rings
  • C08K 5/42 - Sulfonic acidsDerivatives thereof
  • C08K 5/52 - Phosphorus bound to oxygen bound to oxygen only
  • C08K 5/5419 - Silicon-containing compounds containing oxygen containing at least one Si—O bond containing at least one Si—C bond

95.

Laser sintering powder, laser sintering article, and a method of making a laser sintering article

      
Application Number 14551514
Grant Number 09757901
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-24
First Publication Date 2015-05-28
Grant Date 2017-09-12
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greger, Marcus
  • Vervoort, Freddy

Abstract

8 polyolefin, or a mixture of two or more polyolefins, 0 to 20 wt. % mineral oil, 0.2 to 1 wt. % of one or more antioxidants, 0 to 5 wt. % colorant, 0 to 20 wt. % surface modifying agent, wherein the total of the above ingredients is 100 wt. %, and optionally 0 to 5 parts by weight of a powder flow agent, based on 100 weight parts of the laser sintering powder composition. The composition has a melt flow rate of at least 20 grams/10 min. at 190° C./2.16 kg mass. The invention also comprises laser sintered articles and methods for making the same.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 53/02 - Compositions of block copolymers containing at least one sequence of a polymer obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bondsCompositions of derivatives of such polymers of vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes
  • B29C 67/00 - Shaping techniques not covered by groups , or
  • B29K 9/06 - SB polymers, i.e. butadiene-styrene polymers
  • B29K 96/04 - Block polymers
  • B29K 105/00 - Condition, form or state of moulded material
  • B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
  • B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing

96.

Battery

      
Application Number 14541087
Grant Number 09718997
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-13
First Publication Date 2015-05-21
Grant Date 2017-08-01
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.
  • Hook, Kevin J.
  • Geddes, Pamela
  • Blease, James W.

Abstract

A battery includes a first conductive substrate portion having a first face, and a second conductive substrate portion having a second face opposed to the first face. Each of the first and second faces has a perimeter portion and an interior portion inside the perimeter portion. A first electrode material of the battery is disposed in contact with the interior portion of at least one of the first and second faces, and a jettable electrolyte material disposed in contact with the first electrode material. A second electrode material is disposed in contact with the electrolyte material, and a conductive tab is disposed in contact with the second electrode material. The conductive tab extends outwardly from the interior region beyond the perimeter portion of at least one of the first and second faces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 10/04 - Construction or manufacture in general
  • C09J 133/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing halogen, nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atoms in addition to the carboxy oxygen
  • H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general
  • H01M 4/08 - Processes of manufacture
  • H01M 4/12 - Processes of manufacture of consumable metal or alloy electrodes
  • H01M 4/1395 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
  • H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
  • H01M 6/18 - Cells with non-aqueous electrolyte with solid electrolyte
  • H01M 6/40 - Printed batteries
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • C08K 5/01 - Hydrocarbons
  • C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers
  • C09J 5/06 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers involving heating of the applied adhesive
  • C09J 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • H01B 3/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties
  • H01B 3/30 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes
  • H01B 3/42 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materials; Selection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes polyesters, polyethers, polyacetal
  • H01M 2/14 - Separators; Membranes; Diaphragms; Spacing elements
  • H01M 4/131 - Electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
  • H01M 4/134 - Electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
  • H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
  • H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
  • B05B 1/02 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops
  • B05B 15/06 - Mountings, supporting or holding means, or rests for spray heads or other outlets when in use or out of use (B05B 15/10 takes precedence)
  • H01B 3/44 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes vinyl resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes acrylic resins
  • C09D 11/10 - Printing inks based on artificial resins
  • C09D 11/106 - Printing inks based on artificial resins containing macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C09D 11/324 - Pigment inks containing carbon black
  • C09D 11/36 - Inkjet printing inks based on non-aqueous solvents
  • C09D 11/38 - Inkjet printing inks characterised by non-macromolecular additives other than solvents, pigments or dyes
  • C09D 11/52 - Electrically conductive inks
  • H01M 4/1391 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
  • H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
  • H01M 10/0583 - Construction or manufacture of accumulators with folded construction elements except wound ones, i.e. folded positive or negative electrodes or separators, e.g. with ‘’Z’’-shaped electrodes or separators
  • H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

97.

Insulator material composition and method

      
Application Number 14541103
Grant Number 10106710
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-13
First Publication Date 2015-05-21
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Hook, Kevin J.
  • Geddes, Pamela
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Blease, James W.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.

Abstract

An electrical insulator material includes a polymer and a solvent, and has a viscosity in the range of from about 1.0 to about 20.0 cP such that the electrical insulator material can be applied to a surface using an ink jet print head.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 3/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties
  • C09J 133/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing halogen, nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atoms in addition to the carboxy oxygen
  • B05B 15/60 - Arrangements for mounting, supporting or holding spraying apparatus
  • H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general
  • H01M 4/08 - Processes of manufacture
  • H01M 4/12 - Processes of manufacture of consumable metal or alloy electrodes
  • H01M 4/1395 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
  • H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
  • H01M 6/18 - Cells with non-aqueous electrolyte with solid electrolyte
  • H01M 6/40 - Printed batteries
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • C08K 5/01 - Hydrocarbons
  • C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers
  • C09J 5/06 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers involving heating of the applied adhesive
  • C09J 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • H01B 3/30 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes
  • H01B 3/42 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materials; Selection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes polyesters, polyethers, polyacetal
  • H01M 2/14 - Separators; Membranes; Diaphragms; Spacing elements
  • H01M 10/04 - Construction or manufacture in general
  • H01M 4/131 - Electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
  • H01M 4/134 - Electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
  • H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
  • H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
  • B05B 1/02 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops
  • H01B 3/44 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes vinyl resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes acrylic resins
  • C09D 11/10 - Printing inks based on artificial resins
  • C09D 11/106 - Printing inks based on artificial resins containing macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C09D 11/324 - Pigment inks containing carbon black
  • C09D 11/36 - Inkjet printing inks based on non-aqueous solvents
  • C09D 11/38 - Inkjet printing inks characterised by non-macromolecular additives other than solvents, pigments or dyes
  • C09D 11/52 - Electrically conductive inks
  • H01M 4/1391 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
  • H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
  • H01M 10/0583 - Construction or manufacture of accumulators with folded construction elements except wound ones, i.e. folded positive or negative electrodes or separators, e.g. with ‘’Z’’-shaped electrodes or separators
  • H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

98.

Electrolyte material composition and method

      
Application Number 14541112
Grant Number 09528033
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-13
First Publication Date 2015-05-21
Grant Date 2016-12-27
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cyman, Jr., Theodore F.
  • Hook, Kevin J.
  • Geddes, Pamela
  • Murzynowski, Alan R.
  • Blease, James W.
  • Kanfoush, Daniel E.

Abstract

The electrolyte material includes a polymer, a salt, and a solvent. The electrolyte material has a viscosity in the range from about 3.0 cP to about 20.0 cP such that the electrolyte material can be applied to a substrate using an ink jet print head.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
  • B05B 1/02 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops
  • B05B 15/06 - Mountings, supporting or holding means, or rests for spray heads or other outlets when in use or out of use (B05B 15/10 takes precedence)
  • H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
  • C09J 133/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing halogen, nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atoms in addition to the carboxy oxygen
  • H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general
  • H01M 4/08 - Processes of manufacture
  • H01M 4/12 - Processes of manufacture of consumable metal or alloy electrodes
  • H01M 4/1395 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
  • H01M 6/18 - Cells with non-aqueous electrolyte with solid electrolyte
  • H01M 6/40 - Printed batteries
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • C08K 5/01 - Hydrocarbons
  • C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers
  • C09J 5/06 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers involving heating of the applied adhesive
  • C09J 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • H01B 3/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties
  • H01B 3/30 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes
  • H01B 3/42 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materials; Selection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes polyesters, polyethers, polyacetal
  • H01M 2/14 - Separators; Membranes; Diaphragms; Spacing elements
  • H01M 4/131 - Electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
  • H01M 4/134 - Electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
  • H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
  • H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
  • H01B 3/44 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes vinyl resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes acrylic resins
  • C09D 11/10 - Printing inks based on artificial resins
  • C09D 11/106 - Printing inks based on artificial resins containing macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C09D 11/324 - Pigment inks containing carbon black
  • C09D 11/36 - Inkjet printing inks based on non-aqueous solvents
  • C09D 11/38 - Inkjet printing inks characterised by non-macromolecular additives other than solvents, pigments or dyes
  • C09D 11/52 - Electrically conductive inks
  • H01M 4/1391 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
  • H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
  • H01M 10/04 - Construction or manufacture in general
  • H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
  • H01M 10/0583 - Construction or manufacture of accumulators with folded construction elements except wound ones, i.e. folded positive or negative electrodes or separators, e.g. with ‘’Z’’-shaped electrodes or separators
  • H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

99.

Sectional door protector

      
Application Number 14541145
Grant Number 09644419
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-14
First Publication Date 2015-05-14
Grant Date 2017-05-09
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Janick, James J.
  • Burrell, Michelle
  • Prosperi, Milton

Abstract

A sectional overhead door protector is described. In a preferred embodiment an impact bar assembly is fixedly mounted to a door panel to protect the sectional overhead door from inadvertent impact. When the impact bar assembly is struck a force vector is generated inward towards a wall and biased to an outside of the door panel preventing stress on the door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/08 - Roll-type closures
  • E06B 5/10 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like actionDoors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for other protective purposes
  • E06B 3/44 - Vertically-sliding wings
  • E06B 3/48 - Wings connected at their edges, e.g. foldable wings
  • E06B 9/17 - Parts or details of roller shutters, e.g. suspension devices, shutter boxes, wicket doors, ventilation openings
  • E06B 3/70 - Door leaves
  • E06B 9/15 - Roller shutters with closing members formed of slats or the like

100.

System and method for a videogame with a secondary metagame

      
Application Number 14089255
Grant Number 10029177
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-25
First Publication Date 2015-05-07
Grant Date 2018-07-24
Owner BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (USA)
Inventor
  • Linden, John
  • Watkins, Trey
  • Rubin, Mark
  • Bright, Brian

Abstract

A videogame playable on a traditional gaming platform has an associated metagame playable on a handheld “second screen” device. In some embodiments, a player's performance in the videogame affects the player's performance in the metagame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/46 - Computing the game score
  • A63F 13/30 - Interconnection arrangements between game servers and game devicesInterconnection arrangements between game devicesInterconnection arrangements between game servers
  • A63F 13/88 - Mini-games executed independently while main games are being loaded
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