Patents by Inventor Alan O'Brien

Alan O'Brien 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).

  • Publication number: 20240091409
    Abstract: A nerve regeneration device comprising a bioresorbable conduit and a matrix contained therein having elongate pores aligned with the longitudinal axis of the conduit. The matrix comprises collagen, fibronectin, laminin-1, and laminin-2, wherein the amount, by weight, of laminin-1 or laminin-2 is greater than the amount of fibronectin in the matrix.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2023
    Publication date: March 21, 2024
    Inventors: Fergal O'Brien, Alan Hibbitts, Simon James Archibald
  • Publication number: 20220087686
    Abstract: Some aspects of the present disclosure pertain to spherical devices that comprise a wire having a memorized shape comprising a spherical outer wire layer and a spherical inner wire layer disposed within the spherical outer wire layer. Other aspects of the disclosure pertain to methods of forming such devices, mandrels for forming such devices, and methods of using such devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2021
    Publication date: March 24, 2022
    Inventors: John-Alan O'Brien, Conor O'Sullivan, Frank Ryan
  • Patent number: 10722241
    Abstract: Occlusive plugs are provided which comprise a single elongate member that is insertable into and through a microcatheter and assumes a space-occupying shape when deployed into a vascular structure. The elongate member optionally includes one or more polymer fibers, one or more polymer sleeves to secure the polymer fibers to the elongate member, and/or a radiopaque marker band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2020
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Ryan, Conor O'Sullivan, John-Alan O'Brien
  • Patent number: 10232154
    Abstract: A medical system may include an elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end, the elongate member being movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, and a first therapeutic agent configured to treat a condition of the lung.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Conor O'Sullivan, John-Alan O'Brien, Frank Ryan
  • Patent number: 9766479
    Abstract: 3D glasses including features for an enhanced viewing experience with lower production and operating costs for theaters. Keyed lenses and removable temples facilitate assembly and field repairs. Specific angles of lens placement and the provision of specific anti-reflective areas on the frames enhance the quality of the optical path content being viewed. RFID and radio chips increase accountability and collection of use statistics. Smooth areas enhance cleaning and lower the time and material costs for between use cleanings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2017
    Assignee: Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation
    Inventors: Andrew Healy, Thao D. Hovanky, Julian Farnam, Brad Basler, Pascal Sijen, Alan O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20170028180
    Abstract: A medical system may include an elongate member having a proximal end and a distal end, the elongate member being movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, and a first therapeutic agent configured to treat a condition of the lung.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2016
    Publication date: February 2, 2017
    Inventors: Conor O'SULLIVAN, John-Alan O'BRIEN, Frank RYAN
  • Publication number: 20160228125
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods for actively releasing embolic coils within a body lumen of a patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary John Pederson, JR., Katherine Routh, Ken Xiao Kang Zhang, Jeffrey Johnson, Devon N. Arnhold, Joel Eggert, James Rohl, Douglas Pagoria, John-Alan O'Brien, Frank Ryan, Conor O'Sullivan
  • Publication number: 20160213380
    Abstract: Some aspects of the present disclosure pertain to spherical devices that comprise a wire having a memorized shape comprising a spherical outer wire layer and a spherical inner wire layer disposed within the spherical outer wire layer. Other aspects of the disclosure pertain to methods of forming such devices, mandrels for forming such devices, and methods of using such devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2016
    Publication date: July 28, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: John Alan O'Brien, Conor O'Sullivan, Frank Ryan
  • Publication number: 20160106433
    Abstract: A mandrel for inserting fibers into an embolic coil is provided. The mandrel generally includes a slot for an embolic coil, an anchoring mechanism, a retaining element, and multiple castellations into which fibers can be inserted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2015
    Publication date: April 21, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: John-Alan O'Brien, Frank Ryan, Conor O'Sullivan
  • Publication number: 20120224260
    Abstract: 3D glasses including features for an enhanced viewing experience with lower production and operating costs for theaters. Keyed lenses and removable temples facilitate assembly and field repairs. Specific angles of lens placement and the provision of specific anti-reflective areas on the frames enhance the quality of the optical path content being viewed. RFID and radio chips increase accountability and collection of use statistics. Smooth areas enhance cleaning and lower the time and material costs for between use cleanings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Applicant: DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION
    Inventors: Andrew Healy, Thao D. Hovanky, Julian Farnam, Brad Basler, Pascal Sijen, Alan O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20070053749
    Abstract: A method for installing a pipe in a borehole and a pipe assembly for installation are provided which reduce the likelihood of any damage to the pipe during installation. The method for installing the pipe in the borehole includes: advancing a running device through the borehole from a proximal end toward a distal end: connecting a pipe assembly with the running device from the distal end, the pipe assembly including, the pipe and a flexible sleeve surrounding the pipe: retracting the running device through the borehole toward the proximal end so that the pipe assembly moves toward the proximal end: and disconnecting the pipe assembly from the running device. The pipe assembly includes a pipe having a protective coating and a flexible sleeve surrounding the pipe comprised of a continuous length of a flexible sleeve material. The flexible sleeve may he comprised of a length of a hose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2003
    Publication date: March 8, 2007
    Applicant: DRAG'N SKIN INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Darrel Jarvis, Alan O'Brien
  • Patent number: 5919036
    Abstract: A method and an apparatus for burning combustible gases contained in a mixture comprised of the combustible gases and a liquid. The apparatus comprises: a separator, having an upper end and a lower end. A first portion of the gases is directed out of the upper end and the liquid and a second portion of the gases are directed out of the lower end; an inlet; and a burner which communicates with the upper end such that the first portion contacts the burner for combustion and the combustion creates a vacuum effect which produces an air current outside of the separator from the lower end to the burner. The lower end communicates with the air current such that the second portion is drawn by the air current to the burner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 6, 1999
    Inventors: Alan O'Brien, Roger J. Charest, Allan Melnyk
  • Patent number: D667482
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignee: Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation
    Inventors: Andrew Healy, Thao D. Hovanky, Julian Farnam, Brad Basler, Pascal Sijen, Alan O'Brien