| Human_Biomechanics_Course Lecture and laboratory notes, assignments, interactive simulations, and related links. St. Francis Xavier University, Canada. |
| Human_Lab_Sports Distributors of CD based sport biomechanics programs, designed to improve the performance of golfers, runners and cyclists. |
| International_College_of_Biomechanics Provides practical training in assessment procedures and treatments. Contains list of courses. New South Wales, Australia. |
| Motion_Analysis_Research_and_Rehabilitation_Center Offers services and research to sports, physiotherapy, legal and industrial clients. University College Worcester, U.K. |
| Orthopaedic_Biomechanics Detailed information on biomechanics of the muskuloskeletal system relevant to everyday orthopaedic practice. Includes short paper review, bibliography, news and related links. |
| AWC_Electronics Resources for basic stamp programming and accessories, tutorials, projects, with a basic stamp FAQ. |
| BASIC_Stamp PIC16/17 Microcontroller |
| Basic_Stamp_2 Tutorial and Applications. Sadly only for the BASIC stamp 2. |
| Basic_Stamp_Microcontroller_Projects Basic Stamp, Pic microcontroller projects, BASIC stamp books |
| Eric\'s_PIC_Page Nice reference page. |
| HVW_Technologies_Inc_ A distributor of BASIC Stamp, development tools and software. They also have a download section about PICs. |
| Instructions_for_Microcontroller_Beginner_Kit Tutorial for those who know nothing about electronics and want to learn from the beginning. |
| LOSA Text files describing Stamp applications (List Of Stamp Application) |
| OOPIC How to use the OOPIC microcontroller. OOPic is an acronym for Object-Oriented Programmable Integrated Circuit. |
| Parallax,_Inc_ Basic stamp supplier. |
| Peter_Anderson_-_Embedded_Processor_Control Embedded processor control using a PC parallel port, Parallax Basic Stamp BS2 and BS2SX and Microchip PICs. Inexpensive books, starter packages, data loggers, temperature measurement, weather measurem |
| PIC16C5x_Disassembler DIS16 - PIC16C5x microcontroller family disassembler. |
| The_PICList A collection of people interested in the Microchip PIC processor. |
| Table_of_Contents_for_Basic_Stamp Table of Contents for the book Basic Stamp by Kuhnel and Zahnert |
| Warburton_Technology BASIC Stamp computers, PIC microcontrollers, PicBasic compilers, PIC programmers, motion control systems, modules, components, development tools, embedded technology design and development service. |
| Canadian_Nuclear_FAQ Unofficial and privately-maintained list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding CANDU reactors and nuclear power generation in Canada. Includes technical and waste management information, cost |
| FEPC__Japan\'s_Nuclear_Power_Program Detailed review of the nuclear energy industry in Japan by the Federation of Electric Power Companies of Japan (FEPC). Describes fuel cycle, energy strategy and future plans for the sector. |
| Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Nuclear_Energy Discussion and FAQ from the Formal Reasoning Group (FRG) about nuclear energy sustainability. |
| German_Atomic_Forum Private non-profit association of companies, institutions and private individuals supporting the peaceful utilisation of nuclear power. Includes news, publications and information on Germany's nuclear |
| IAEA__Fast_Reactor_and_Accelerator_Driven_Systems_Knowledge_Base Project on technology advances in fast reactors and accelerator driven systems for actinide and long-lived fission product transmutation. Includes technical documents, working materials, technical dat |
| IAEA__High_Temperature_Gas_Cooled_Reactors_(HTGR) Abstracts and full text of relevant technical documents on gas-cooled nuclear reactor technology. Includes safety aspects and technology applications. |
| IAEA__International_Nuclear_Information_System_(INIS) International co-operative information system serving the peaceful applications of nuclear energy. Includes database, services and product information. |
| IAEA__International_Nuclear_Information_System_(INIS) Information system on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology. Provides a bibliographic database with abstracts and a collection of full texts. |
| Nuclear_Energy Comprehensive information resource and links on nuclear energy, fuel fabrication, reactor theory and implications. |
| Nuclear_Energy_Student_Programs_at_Argonne_National_Laboratory Information and internship opportunities in nuclear energy research and development. Includes useful links, downloadable documents, multimedia. |
| Nuclear_Energy_Tomorrow_(NET) Focuses on understanding nuclear energy, interactive learning about nuclear energy. Includes nuclear technical information, history, applications and activities. |
| Nuclear_Engineering_International Independent provider of news and articles for the nuclear power industry. Includes newsletter service, international event program, publications and contact information. |
| Nuclear_Engineers_Forum Technical support forum and mutual help system for nuclear engineering professionals. |
| Nuclear_Reactor_Simulation Simplified interactive simulation of a nuclear reactor for personal computer. Includes technical terms and data. |
| Nuclear_Times Articles, news, and reports about innovative nuclear reactors. |
| Nuclear_Ru Provides information about the nuclear industry in Russia. Covers aspects such as history, structure, prospects and future developments. |
| One_Nuclear_Place_(1NP) Comprehensive guide to nuclear energy. Includes news from the Associated Press (AP) and general information on nuclear issues. |
| Todd\'s_Atomic_Homepage Collection of articles and links on nuclear engineering, nuclear power, radioactive waste management and related topics. |
| Uranium_Information_Centre_(UIC) Assist public understanding of uranium mining and nuclear electricity generation. Includes information on mining and nuclear electricity generation, mining and export in Australia. |
| U_S__NRC__Students\'_Corner Nuclear energy tutorial from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Includes nuclear background, reactor design, radiation, emergency planning, decommissioning and related issues. |
2009 Northern Plains Inventors Congress (January 13, 2009)
- Join us for this one-day even of seminars from experts in the industry followed by Marketplace the next day where inventors can exhibit their inventions.
PatentWizard 3.0 Released - A new version of the popular provisional patent application software program by Neustel Software, Inc. has been released with significant new features. See www.PatentWizard.com for more information.
S. Michael Bender Disbarrment Upheld by CAFC (June 21, 2007) - Patent attorney who worked with American Inventors Corporation (AIC) was disbarred for failing to properly advise clients, conflict of interest and engaging in evasive conduct that hindered the USPTO's investigation.
FTC Charges Invention Promotion Swindlers with Contempt (03-12-07) - "The individuals were employed by International Product Design Inc., which the FTC charged with fraudulent business practices in 1997. A court order issued in 1998 prohibited Julian Gumpel, Darrell Mormando, and Greg Wilson from deceptively marketing invention promotion services, but Gumpel later revived the same scam under the name, “Patent and Trademark Institute of America” (PTI)."
$26 Million Judgment Against Davison Associates,
Inc. (PDF)
(March 17, 2006) - The FTC was awarded
$26 million on March 17, 2006 against Davison
Associates, Inc. in the largest FTC judgment
against an invention marketing company.
Findings
of Fact and Conclusions of Law
(PDF)
Order
for Permanent Injunction
(PDF)
Order
of Final Judgment (PDF)
Prison Time For Invention Promoter -
The three top executives of American Inventors
Corporation (AIC) pleaded guilty in Federal
District Court on May 15. Read
The Story . . .
About The NIFC
Michael S. Neustel, a U.S. Registered
Patent Attorney, founded the National Inventor Fraud
Center, Inc. (NIFC) with the goal to provide
information to consumers about invention promotion companies and
how people can market their ideas. Many inventors do not realize that
some invention marketing companies charge thousands of dollars,
yet have success rates of 0.00%. The goal of the NIFC is
to educate and help inventors make the right decisions.
The NIFC is owned by Neustel
Law Offices, LTD.
Tips
for new inventors
1. Don't Rush. Never
"rush" into the invention process. Make sure to take
your time before making important decisions that affect you and
your invention. Rarely are there situations where an inventor
needs to make a decision within a few days.
2. Investigate. Thoroughly
investigate any invention promotion company BEFORE providing
them with your invention or money. You can visit the FTC
web site (www.ftc.gov) to
search for information about invention marketing companies.
3. Education.
Educate yourself about the invention process and invention
marketing companies. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the
United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) have several
informative articles for inventors to read prior to starting the
invention process:
Scam
Prevention (USPTO) (PDF)
Invention
Promotion Firms (FTC)
Spotting
Sweet Sounding Promises of Fraudulent Companies (FTC)
So
You've Got a Great Idea? (FTC)
4. "Objective"
Evaluations. It is
important to have an objective invention
"marketability" evaluation performed by a third-party.
If the company you are considering will not evaluate the
marketability of your invention, then seek the assistance of
another company which will (see the Good
Guys).
5. Inventors Groups. It
is very important to network with inventors in your area.
Contact a local inventors group and attend a meeting before
going further with the invention process. Ask the experienced
inventors in the group for guidance and support. We have a
listing of Inventors
Groups for you to contact.
Recovering
Your Money
It is unfortunate when an inventor pays
thousands of dollars for services that have little value to
them. If you desire to get your money back from an
invention marketing company, you should remain calm and follow a
strict plan for getting your money back. Expressing
anger and frustration to the company usually will not help you.
We have a Suggested
Approach for you to review that may help you in getting your
money back.
Good Guys
Some of the invention marketing companies
listed on the Good
Guys section operate upon a
percentage of the money the inventor receives from their
marketing efforts. Many of the Good Guys
charge for
their services, but do not be discouraged solely by their fees.
You should investigate any invention marketing company before
paying money, even if they are listed as a Good Guy.
It is also recommended that individuals join a Local
Inventors Group.
Finding
Additional Information
Information is a valuable tool for inventors
during the invention process. It is important for
inventors not to rush into the invention process without
performing thorough research. There are numerous
informative places for inventors seeking to market their
invention such as the Federal Trade
Commission, Attorney
Generals, Inventor
Groups, the U.S. Patent
Office, and Internet search engines.
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