Patents by Inventor Adam Ross
Adam Ross has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9610412Abstract: There are provided pressurized surgical instruments for use in pressurized surgical environments. The pressurized surgical instruments include pressurizing systems for maintaining a neutral or positive pressure flow within the surgical instrument during use. The pressurizing systems include a primary sensor for detecting the pressure of the surgical environment and a pressurizing mechanism for balancing the pressure of the surgical instrument with the surgical environment. The pressurizing mechanism includes a controller to receive and compare the signal sent from the primary sensor to the ambient or internal instrument pressure and a pressure delivery system to provide positive pressure to the interior of the surgical instrument in response to a signal received from the controller. The sources of pressure for the pressure delivery systems may be external or self contained within the surgical instrument.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2011Date of Patent: April 4, 2017Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Michael Zemlok, Russell Pribanic, Adam Ross, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20160273919Abstract: Systems and methods for producing two independent dissimilar attitude solutions, two independent dissimilar inertial solutions or both from one improved navigation device are disclosed. In one embodiment, an avionics system comprises: an inertial navigation device configured to produce a first set of attitude solutions; an attitude heading and reference unit configured to produce a primary set of attitude solutions and a secondary set of attitude solutions; and a display device configured to receive the first set of attitude solutions, the primary set of attitude solutions and the secondary set of attitude solutions, wherein if the first set of attitude solutions and the primary set of attitude solutions are yielding different results, then the display device is configured to determine whether the first set of attitude solutions or the primary set of attitude solutions is correct by determining differences between the attitude solutions and determining which difference is below a threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2014Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Michael G. Miller, Adam Ross Horner
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Publication number: 20160262736Abstract: A surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and an articulating tool assembly defining a second longitudinal axis and having a proximal end. The articulating tool assembly is disposed at a distal end of the body portion and is movable from a first position in which the second longitudinal axis is substantially aligned with the first longitudinal axis to at least a second position in which the second longitudinal axis is disposed at an angle with respect to the first longitudinal axis. The instrument also includes an articulation mechanism configured to articulate the articulating tool assembly, the articulation mechanism including an articulation sensor assembly configured to transmit a sensor signal to a microcontroller which is configured to determine an articulation angle of the articulation assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2016Publication date: September 15, 2016Inventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Patent number: 9351714Abstract: A surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and an articulating tool assembly defining a second longitudinal axis and having a proximal end. The articulating tool assembly is disposed at a distal end of the body portion and is movable from a first position in which the second longitudinal axis is substantially aligned with the first longitudinal axis to at least a second position in which the second longitudinal axis is disposed at an angle with respect to the first longitudinal axis. The instrument also includes an articulation mechanism configured to articulate the articulating tool assembly, the articulation mechanism including an articulation sensor assembly configured to transmit a sensor signal to a microcontroller which is configured to determine an articulation angle of the articulation assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2014Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20160122568Abstract: This document provides polymer compositions (e.g., biopolymer compositions) and coatings. For example, methods and materials related to polymer compositions (e.g., biopolymer compositions) and coatings as well as methods and materials for making and using such compositions (e.g., biopolymer compositions) and coatings are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2014Publication date: May 5, 2016Inventors: Jeffrey M. Catchmark, Adam Ross Plucinski
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Publication number: 20160026965Abstract: A system for performing due diligence on electronically stored documents is provided. A dynamic due diligence item (DDDI) is created by one user and associated with a particular document or piece of information by the system. The created DDDI is assigned to another user. The created DDDI is then routed by the system over a computer network to another user for review of the DDDI and the associated particular document or piece of information. In certain instances, after receiving the notification and opening the document, the system may enforce upon the second user a required action when the DDDI is presented.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2015Publication date: January 28, 2016Inventors: Bret BERESFORD-WOOD, Amanda GROSSE, Adam ROSS, Kevin ASUNCION, Tom SOLODYNA, Eric FOLKEMER
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Patent number: 9171333Abstract: A system for performing due diligence on electronically stored documents is provided. A dynamic due diligence item (DDDI) is created by one user and associated with a particular document or piece of information by the system. The created DDDI is assigned to another user. The created DDDI is then routed by the system over a computer network to another user for review of the DDDI and the associated particular document or piece of information. In certain instances, after receiving the notification and opening the document, the system may enforce upon the second user a required action when the DDDI is presented.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2012Date of Patent: October 27, 2015Assignee: NASDAQ, INC.Inventors: Bret Beresford-Wood, Amanda Grosse, Adam Ross, Kevin Asuncion, Tom Solodyna, Eric Folkemer
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Publication number: 20150223815Abstract: According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and a loading unit. The loading unit includes a tool assembly, the loading adapted to be coupled to the body portion. The instrument also includes a sensor tube movably positioned within the body portion, the sensor tube adapted to engage the loading unit and a load switch coupled to a microcontroller. The load switch is adapted to be actuated by the sensor tube when the sensor tube is engaged by the loading unit being inserted into the body portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2015Publication date: August 13, 2015Inventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20150135593Abstract: A hydroponics apparatus includes a plurality of rails, a plurality of chambers formed beneath the plurality of rails, a plurality of pod inserts disposed on the upper surfaces of the plurality of rails, a plurality of air lines, and a plurality of hoses. The upper surface of each of the plurality of rails is angled upward relative to a horizontal plane. Each of the plurality of pod inserts is configured to receive a plant. Each of the plurality of air lines is disposed in a rail of the plurality of rails, and the plurality of air lines are configured to transport air through the plurality of chambers. Each of the plurality of hoses is disposed in a rail of the plurality of rails and includes a plurality of atomization sprayers. The plurality of atomization sprayers are configured to spray a solution within the plurality of chambers.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2014Publication date: May 21, 2015Inventors: ADAM ROSS, Jon Borriello
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Publication number: 20150122871Abstract: A surgical stapling apparatus is provided and includes a housing, an elongated member, an end effector, and a staple formation circuit. The elongated member extends from the housing. The end effector is disposed on an end of the elongated member and has first and second jaws. The first jaw includes a staple cartridge having a plurality of staples. Each of the staples has first and second legs. The second jaw has a plurality of staple forming pockets. The staple formation circuit may be disposed on the second jaw. The staple formation circuit communicates a signal to a controller coupled to the staple formation circuit. The signal is representative of one or more of a formation, a malformation, and a nonformation of one or both of the first and second legs of one or more of the staples within one or more of the staple forming pockets.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2015Publication date: May 7, 2015Inventors: MICHAEL A. ZEMLOK, ADAM ROSS, RUSSELL PRIBANIC, RYAN WILLIAMS
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Patent number: 9010611Abstract: According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and a loading unit. The loading unit includes a tool assembly, the loading adapted to be coupled to the body portion. The instrument also includes a sensor tube movably positioned within the body portion, the sensor tube adapted to engage the loading unit and a load switch coupled to a microcontroller. The load switch is adapted to be actuated by the sensor tube when the sensor tube is engaged by the loading unit being inserted into the body portion.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2014Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20140350530Abstract: A surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and an articulating tool assembly defining a second longitudinal axis and having a proximal end. The articulating tool assembly is disposed at a distal end of the body portion and is movable from a first position in which the second longitudinal axis is substantially aligned with the first longitudinal axis to at least a second position in which the second longitudinal axis is disposed at an angle with respect to the first longitudinal axis. The instrument also includes an articulation mechanism configured to articulate the articulating tool assembly, the articulation mechanism including an articulation sensor assembly configured to transmit a sensor signal to a microcontroller which is configured to determine an articulation angle of the articulation assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2014Publication date: November 27, 2014Inventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20140252063Abstract: According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and a loading unit. The loading unit includes a tool assembly, the loading adapted to be coupled to the body portion. The instrument also includes a sensor tube movably positioned within the body portion, the sensor tube adapted to engage the loading unit and a load switch coupled to a microcontroller. The load switch is adapted to be actuated by the sensor tube when the sensor tube is engaged by the loading unit being inserted into the body portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2014Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: Covidien LPInventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Publication number: 20140214012Abstract: A surgical instrument including a housing, an endoscopic portion, a shaft portion, and an end effector is disclosed. The endoscopic portion extends distally from the housing and defines a longitudinal axis. The shaft portion is selectively connectable to a distal end of the endoscopic portion. The end effector is selectively connectable to a distal end of the shaft portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2014Publication date: July 31, 2014Applicant: COVIDIEN LPInventors: Michael A. Zemlok, David Racenet, Adam Ross
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Patent number: 8740784Abstract: A rigidizable endoluminal access device includes a handle assembly 110, a flexible neck, a tip, and at least one lumen extending therethrough. Lumens are in fluid communication with entry ports located at the handle assembly and exit ports positioned on the tip. In one embodiment, entry ports and exit ports are angled with respect to one another. Lumens are configured to receive any suitable surgical instrument. The handle assembly includes an over-center toggle mechanism adapted to stiffen the flexible neck.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2008Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Adam Ross, Gregg C. Krehel
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Patent number: 8733614Abstract: According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a surgical instrument is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle portion, a body portion extending distally from the handle portion and defining a first longitudinal axis and a loading unit. The loading unit includes a tool assembly, the loading adapted to be coupled to the body portion. The instrument also includes a sensor tube movably positioned within the body portion, the sensor tube adapted to engage the loading unit and a load switch coupled to a microcontroller. The load switch is adapted to be actuated by the sensor tube when the sensor tube is engaged by the loading unit being inserted into the body portion.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2010Date of Patent: May 27, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Adam Ross, Michael Zemlok, Stanislaw Marczyk
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Patent number: 8685004Abstract: A surgical instrument including a housing, an endoscopic portion, a shaft portion, and an end effector is disclosed. The endoscopic portion extends distally from the housing and defines a longitudinal axis. The shaft portion is selectively connectable to a distal end of the endoscopic portion. The end effector is selectively connectable to a distal end of the shaft portion.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2013Date of Patent: April 1, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Michael A. Zemlock, David Racenet, Adam Ross
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Publication number: 20140012614Abstract: A system for performing due diligence on electronically stored documents is provided. A dynamic due diligence item (DDDI) is created by one user and associated with a particular document or piece of information by the system. The created DDDI is assigned to another user. The created DDDI is then routed by the system over a computer network to another user for review of the DDDI and the associated particular document or piece of information. In certain instances, after receiving the notification and opening the document, the system may enforce upon the second user a required action when the DDDI is presented.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2012Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: THE NASDAQ OMX GROUP, INC.Inventors: Bret BERESFORD-WOOD, Amanda GROSSE, Adam ROSS, Kevin ASUNCION, Tom SOLODYNA, Eric FOLKEMER
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Publication number: 20130318433Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a method, system and computer program product for content driven selection of a rendering engine. In an embodiment of the invention, a method for or content driven selection of a rendering engine can include retrieving content for display in a content browser executing in memory by a processor of a host computer, mapping at least one directive embedded in the retrieved content to a target rendering engine, selecting the target rendering engine for rendering the content, and passing the content to the selected target rendering engine. In this regard, in an aspect of the embodiment, multiple directives embedded in the retrieved content can be mapped, each to one of a selection of different target rendering engines, and a most often mapped one of the target rendering engines can be selected for rendering the content.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2013Publication date: November 28, 2013Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Al Chakra, Adam Ross Cook, Jonathan Lidaka, Ryan Eric Smith
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Patent number: 8591396Abstract: A magnetic gastric reduction device includes magnetic elements adapted to couple to a stomach and a sensor adapted to detect stomach properties. The device also includes a control device operably coupled to the magnetic elements. The control device is adapted to operably communicate with the sensor and is configured to control the magnetic elements based on a property of the stomach detected by the sensor to cause the magnetic elements to selectively compress or decompress the stomach.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2010Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Michael Zemlok, Adam Ross