Patents Examined by Erin Deery
  • Patent number: 11466441
    Abstract: There is disclosed a mounting assembly for moveably mounting an item of plumbed equipment to a fixed surface. The assembly comprises a fixed mounting portion and a moveable mounting bracket for receiving the item of plumbed equipment. Moveable fluid connections are provided for moveably connecting the item to a fixed fluid source and/or to a fixed waste port. Space saving bathroom installations are disclosed, and the item can be moveably mounted using linear or rotational movement between its stowed and deployed positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: MAXYMYS LIMITED
    Inventor: Pelham Montague Raphe Ravenscroft
  • Patent number: 11458353
    Abstract: An exercise bike machine includes a first frame having a front end and a rear end, and a second frame. The first frame supports a seat, handlebars, and a flywheel attached thereto, and pedals rotatably attached to the first frame and operatively connected to the flywheel. The seat includes a seat tube extending therefrom that is slidably received by a rear support tube supported by and connected to the first frame. The second frame includes a mechanical connection for removably engaging the first frame. The second frame includes a top section and a bottom section that are selectively movable relative one another along a vertical axis. The top section has a bar element allowing a user to hold onto and pull up to the bar element while peddling the flywheel, which may provide for both cardiovascular and CrossFit training and exercise for the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Inventors: Pamela D Hopson, Walter Lee Brewer
  • Patent number: 11452633
    Abstract: A cervical collar having an anterior component including a main support, an intermediate support pivotally connecting to the main support at a rear portion of the anterior component, and forming a frontal opening with the main support. An adjustment mechanism connects the main support to the intermediate support and locks a position of the intermediate support relative to the main support at a front portion of anterior component. The adjustment mechanism has an actuator for disengaging the main support from the intermediate support at the front portion and permits the intermediate support to pivot relative to the main support at the rear portion to vary a height of the frontal opening. A posterior component of the cervical collar is adapted to provide improved anterior-posterior and lateral occipital support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2022
    Assignee: OSSUR ICELAND EHF
    Inventors: Henry Hsu, Mark Harman Powell, Christopher Callicott Webster, Jared Olivo
  • Patent number: 11456623
    Abstract: A wireless power system for an exercise machine for providing electrical power wirelessly to an electrical energy storage device or electrical energy consuming device attached to a movable carriage of an exercise machine. The wireless power system for an exercise machine generally includes an exercise machine which includes a frame having one or more rails. A carriage is movably positioned upon the rails to allow an exerciser to move the carriage when performing an exercise. A wireless power receiver is attached to the carriage that wirelessly receives electrical energy transferred from a wireless power transmitter. An electrical energy storage device or an electrical energy consuming device attached to the movable carriage is electrically connected to the wireless power receiver to receive electrical power from the wireless power receiver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2022
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree, Todd G. Remund, Samuel D. Cox
  • Patent number: 11452641
    Abstract: A surgical incision drape, comprises a flexible substantially flat areal substrate having an upper side and an opposing tissue-facing side, having a longitudinal axis and a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on the tissue-facing side; at least one hollow microtubular compartment containing a flowable medical agent, said hollow microtubular compartment positioned to intersect the longitudinal axis and embedded into the substrate or positioned on the substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2022
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventors: Julian Quintero, Robert J. Tannhauser, Leo B. Kriksunov
  • Patent number: 11439859
    Abstract: A multifunctional fitness horizontal bar which relates to the technical field of fitness horizontal bars, comprises: an outer tube, an inner tube telescopically and axially assembled on both ends of the outer tube, a support part provided on the outer side of the inner tube, and a plurality of hanging buckles provided on the outer tube and/or the inner tube, wherein a mounting hole is provided on each of the plurality of hanging buckles. Adopting the above technical solution has the advantage of being convenient to be used in combination with other fitness equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignee: NINGBO ESTLEYS ELECTRONIC COMMERCE CO., LTD
    Inventor: Xin Shangguan
  • Patent number: 11440031
    Abstract: There is provided a swim-in-place spa, comprising a basin for containing water, a circulation subsystem having a primary conduit extending from an inlet in the basin, a pump fluidly connected to the primary conduit to pump water from the inlet, a swim-in-place jet affixed to the basin, and a secondary conduit extending from the pump to the swim-in-place jet, in operation the pump inducing a flow of water toward the swim-in-place jet. The swim-in-place jet has a nozzle and a diffuser downstream of the nozzle relative to the flow of water, a nozzle outlet smaller than a diffuser inlet, the nozzle outlet and the diffuser inlet disposed in a spaced-apart relationship defining a gap for receiving a flow of entrained water. The circulation subsystem is configured for creating a water jet matching a cross-section of a swimmer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Inventor: Nicolae Badita
  • Patent number: 11433274
    Abstract: An exercise machine with multiple platforms for an exerciser to perform a variety of exercises generally includes an elongated frame structure supporting stationary first and second end platforms, a longitudinal rail extending between the end platforms and having an upper surface comprising a central platform, and a slideable carriage platform that reciprocates on the rail over the central platform and between the end platforms. The platforms provide multiple support surfaces at multiple elevations on which exercisers can position parts of their bodies during exercise. The platforms may be provided with positioning indices and provide continuous support surfaces over substantially the entire length of the exercise machine. The central platform may be provided with finger grips for exercisers to grasp. One or more mounting platforms may be provided to facilitate mounting and dismounting of the exercise machine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree, Samuel D. Cox, Todd G. Remund
  • Patent number: 11432903
    Abstract: A surgical sterilization system includes a surgical table and a sterilization member disposable with the surgical table and including a dispenser configured for alignment with a selected surface of a body disposed with the surgical table. The surface and the dispenser are relatively movable. In some embodiments, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Fields, Richard A Hynes
  • Patent number: 11428021
    Abstract: A dome shaped roof structure for outdoor pools, both above ground pools and with minimal modification inground pools, that does not interfere with the use of the pool consisting of a plurality of flexibility poles supported by the pool, with a flexible tension ring holding the pole ends together over the center of the pool and a net fabric material that covers the pole and tension ring frame which is secured around the top of the pool. The roof structure works for all shapes and many sizes of pools providing protection from bugs and debris while still maintaining the outdoor experience. The high flexibility of the frame and tension ring allows winds and rain to flow thru without damage to the roof during inclement weather. The low number of elements that make up the roof structure make it inexpensive as well as easy to assemble, dismantle and store.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Inventors: John J. Andrews, Sandra Conklin
  • Patent number: 11412790
    Abstract: A face mask comprises a container coupled to a first surface of a face mask, a fragrance material disposed in the container, and an exhalation valve coupled to a second surface of the a face mask. The fragrance material comprises a fluid configured to evaporate from the fragrance material, and the container is configured to releasably engage the exhalation valve to form a closed chamber. The closed chamber is configured to enclose the fragrance material when the container is releasably engaged with the exhalation valve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Rocky Qu, Jex Zhang, Zhao Xia Jin
  • Patent number: 11413194
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are facial covering that are configured to be placed on facial skin and that may be placed on the skin in a sealed relationship such that air leakage is minimized. The covering may include a member configured to fit flush against skin surrounding at least one of nasal air passages and a mouth of a user, the member including at least one aperture to permit breathing through the nasal air passages, the member being configured to adhere to the skin; and filter material positioned within a space defined by the at least one aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: Industrial Hygiene Consultants, Inc.
    Inventor: Uday Singh
  • Patent number: 11414849
    Abstract: A wash sink and dump sink assembly comprising: A combination sink, comprising of a housing structure with two full length side walls, a full length back wall, a floor, a shorter front wall and four supporting legs; a drainage means situated at the floor of the housing structure; a faucet located at the head of the back wall of the housing structure; and a tray structure resting on pegs inserted into the side walls of the housing structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Inventor: Naoki Sonoda
  • Patent number: 11406466
    Abstract: A surgical drape includes a seal connectable with a selected surface of a body disposed with a surgical table. A draping is connected with the seal and a track of the surgical table. The draping is movable relative to the seal to define a sterile region about the body. Surgical instruments, systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Fields, Richard A Hynes
  • Patent number: 11400007
    Abstract: Described is a wearable device that combines a mechanism which is configured for modifying a head angle of the subject when in the supine position in order to achieve a head tilt position and a mechanism for causing a forward movement of the mandibles in order to obtain an optimal open airway in a subject. Embodiments of the device are configured to be attached to a bed, stretcher, or other flat surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2022
    Assignee: INOVYTEC MEDICAL SOLUTIONS LTD.
    Inventor: Ehud Kantor
  • Patent number: 11391025
    Abstract: A method for removing a sink drain stopper includes providing a sink drain aid including a handle and a suction cup connected to the handle; engaging the sink drain aid suction cup to a sink stopper; and pulling on the handle to remove the sink drain stopper. A device to perform the method includes the sink drain aid described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Inventor: Jackson C Dooley
  • Patent number: 11389325
    Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention provides an intrauterine device (IUD) comprising an oval shape, wherein the device comprises a core of magnetic material, an inert material or copper coating the core, wherein the coating comprises a pharmaceutical agent, copper or a combination thereof. Another embodiment provides a method to suppress estrus in a subject comprising inserting an intrauterine device (IUD) comprising an oval shape, wherein the device comprises a core of magnetic material and an inert material or copper coating the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventor: Carlos Gradil
  • Patent number: 11364410
    Abstract: A dual-turntable training device includes a base, two turntable units, and a resistance unit. Each turntable unit includes a rotating shaft, a turntable, and a grip. The rotating shaft is pivoted to the base. The turntable is secured to the rotating shaft. The two turntables of the two turntable units are horizontally arranged side by side. The grip is vertically disposed on the turntable. The resistance unit includes a control member and two resistance members. The control member is disposed on the base. The control member is connected to the two resistance members. The two resistance members correspond to the two turntables and are configured to apply rotation resistance to the two turntables. By operating the control member, the two resistance members are moved closer to or away from the two turntables for adjusting the rotation resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: Great Fitness Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Chih-Yung Hsu
  • Patent number: 11364564
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to methods and apparatuses for additive manufacturing using foil-based build materials. Such methods and apparatuses eliminate several drawbacks of conventional powder-based methods, including powder handling, recoater jams, and health risks. In addition, the present disclosure provides methods and apparatuses for compensation of in-process warping of build plates and foil-based build materials, in-process monitoring, and closed loop control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Justin Mamrak, MacKenzie Ryan Redding, Mark Kevin Meyer
  • Patent number: 11357653
    Abstract: A dorsiflexion (or eversion) assistance device attaches around an ankle and foot, such us over footwear. A tensioned cord is extended between a portion attached to the ankle and a portion attached to the foot. This tensioned cord is attached to one of a plurality of portals of a connector attached to the ankle and connector attached to the superior side of the foot depending on a need for greater assistance on a left, medial, or right side. The connector on the ankle can be a bearing movable or rotatable front/back, left/right and around so as to allow the tensioned cord to move as the wearer walks as well as angle the tensioned cord in a resting or walking state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Inventor: Evgeny Shenker