Patents by Inventor Bryan Flaherty
Bryan Flaherty 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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Publication number: 20230319493Abstract: Hearing aid devices, methods of manufacture, methods of use, and kits are provided. In certain aspects, the hearing aid devices comprise an apparatus having a transducer and a retention structure comprising a shape profile corresponding to a tissue of the user, and a layer of elastomer.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2022Publication date: October 5, 2023Inventors: Peter DY, Rodney PERKINS, James SILVER, Jake OLSEN, Paul RUCKER, Kyle IMATANI, Bryan FLAHERTY, Daniel HALLOCK, Iljong LEE, Ketan MUNI
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Publication number: 20230277216Abstract: Embodiments of visualization devices for assessing a level of contact between vulvovaginal tissue and a coupling component of a vulvovaginal rejuvenation device are provided. The device can comprise a head portion comprising a window and detachably attached to a coupling pad.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2022Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Robert BLANTE, Stephanie KAPLAN, Bryan FLAHERTY, Darlene DREON
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Patent number: 11750988Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a microactuator including using (i) an ingress membrane mounting ring adhesive positioned on an ingress membrane mounting surface to mount an ingress membrane and (ii) a flexible encapsulation shield mounted on a support band and extending over the ingress membrane mounting ring and (iii) a first reed adhesive connecting the ingress membrane to a microactuator reed at an ingress membrane reed opening and (iv) a second reed adhesive positioned on and covering the first reed adhesive, the second reed adhesive extending from the ingress membrane to the microactuator reed.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: Earlens CorporationInventors: Bryan Flaherty, Daniel Hallock, James Silver, Kyle Imatani, Eduardo Sager, Ketan Muni, Ohnmar Khin
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Patent number: 11516603Abstract: Hearing aid devices, methods of manufacture, methods of use, and kits are provided. In certain aspects, the hearing aid devices comprise an apparatus having a transducer and a retention structure comprising a shape profile corresponding to a tissue of the user, and a layer of elastomer.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2020Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Assignee: Earlens CorporationInventors: Peter Dy, Rodney Perkins, James Silver, Jake Olsen, Paul Rucker, Kyle Imatani, Bryan Flaherty, Daniel Hallock, Iljong Lee, Ketan Muni
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Publication number: 20220249876Abstract: A handheld ultrasound device and corresponding methods, including devices and methods used for rejuvenating the vulvovaginal area of the user. In general, the handheld ultrasound devices include a device body coupled to an acoustic coupler and a handle. The device body further includes internal components including an ultrasound transducer, an energy delivery element, and circuitry for controlling the ultrasound output. In particular examples, the methods of using the handheld ultrasound device include engaging the tissue in and around the vulvovaginal area with the energy delivery element, applying ultrasound energy to the vulvovaginal tissue from the energy delivery element and through the acoustic coupler, and affecting a measurable parameter associated with vulvovaginal rejuvenation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2020Publication date: August 11, 2022Applicant: MADORRA INC.Inventors: Ryan Taylor KRONE, Holly Elizabeth ROCKWEILER, Lauren Paige JONES, Eric SCHULTZ, Bryan FLAHERTY
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Publication number: 20220086572Abstract: A contact hearing protection device is provided. The contact hearing protection device comprises a perimeter platform, a chassis connected to the perimeter platform, a control system including at least one variable limiting element, and an umbo platform connected to the at least one limiting element. A sound level which meets or exceeds a predetermined level is detected, as can be indicated by an increased magnitude of movement of the umbo platform, and the limiting element increases the limiting in response to the increased magnitude of movement of the umbo platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2021Publication date: March 17, 2022Inventors: Bryan FLAHERTY, Jeffrey JONES, Morteza KHALEGHIMEYBODI, Paul RUCKER
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Publication number: 20210392449Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a microactuator including using (i) an ingress membrane mounting ring adhesive positioned on an ingress membrane mounting surface to mount an ingress membrane and (ii) a flexible encapsulation shield mounted on a support band and extending over the ingress membrane mounting ring and (iii) a first reed adhesive connecting the ingress membrane to a microactuator reed at an ingress membrane reed opening and (iv) a second reed adhesive positioned on and covering the first reed adhesive, the second reed adhesive extending from the ingress membrane to the microactuator reed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2021Publication date: December 16, 2021Inventors: Bryan Flaherty, Daniel Hallock, James Silver, Kyle Imatani, Eduardo Sager, Ketan Muni, Ohnmar Khin
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Publication number: 20200396551Abstract: Hearing aid devices, methods of manufacture, methods of use, and kits are provided. In certain aspects, the hearing aid devices comprise an apparatus having a transducer and a retention structure comprising a shape profile corresponding to a tissue of the user, and a layer of elastomer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2020Publication date: December 17, 2020Inventors: Peter DY, Rodney PERKINS, James SILVER, Jake OLSEN, Paul RUCKER, Kyle IMATANI, Bryan FLAHERTY, Daniel HALLOCK, Iljong LEE, Ketan MUNI
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Publication number: 20200186942Abstract: A contact hearing protection device is provided. The contact hearing protection device comprises a perimeter platform, a chassis connected to the perimeter platform, a control system including at least one variable limiting element, and an umbo platform connected to the at least one limiting element. A sound level which meets or exceeds a predetermined level is detected, as can be indicated by an increased magnitude of movement of the umbo platform, and the limiting element increases the limiting in response to the increased magnitude of movement of the umbo platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2020Publication date: June 11, 2020Inventors: Bryan FLAHERTY, Jeffrey JONES, Morteza KHALEGHIMEYBODI, Paul RUCKER
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Publication number: 20190253811Abstract: The present invention is adapted to assist in optimizing the performance of a hearing aid by detecting conditions which result in sub-optimal performance and assisting a user or health care professional to correct those conditions. The present invention is adapted to optimize the performance of a hearing aid by generating a reference signal which, when broadcast, creates a feedback signal. The feedback signal is then measured, or its characteristics identified, to determine whether the hearing aid system is optimized and, if not, what components or characteristics are not optimized and how to optimize the hearing aid system performance or that of its components.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Takahiro UNNO, Lakshman RATHNAM, Kulbir SANDHU, Bryan FLAHERTY, Morteza KHALEGHIMEYBODI
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Patent number: 8181503Abstract: The present invention is a disposable sensor for use with a device that quantifies analytes in a gaseous sample. It comprises (i) a sensing element, (ii) a means for interfacing the disposable sensor with a gas analysis device, and (iii) a housing. When used with a device that can quantify the concentration of an analyte in a gas sample, the present invention facilitates the use of exhaled breath analysis as a clinical tool.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2009Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Assignee: Aerocrine ABInventors: Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh, Kevin Nason, David Chazan, Jonathan Fay, John Kaiser, James Stone
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Publication number: 20090260418Abstract: The present invention is a disposable sensor for use with a device that quantifies analytes in a gaseous sample. It comprises (i) a sensing element, (ii) a means for interfacing the disposable sensor with a gas analysis device, and (iii) a housing. When used with a device that can quantify the concentration of an analyte in a gas sample, the present invention facilitates the use of exhaled breath analysis as a clinical tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2009Publication date: October 22, 2009Applicant: Apieron, Inc.Inventors: Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh, Kevin Nason, David Chazan, Jonathan Fay, John Kaiser, James Stone
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Patent number: 7533558Abstract: The present invention is a disposable sensor for use with a device that quantifies analytes in a gaseous sample. It comprises (i) a sensing element, (ii) a means for interfacing the disposable sensor with a gas analysis device, and (iii) a housing. When used with a device that can quantify the concentration of an analyte in a gas sample, the present invention facilitates the use of exhaled breath analysis as a clinical tool.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Apieron Biosystems Corp.Inventors: Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh, Kevin Nason, David Chazan, Jonathan Fay, John Kaiser, James Stone
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Patent number: 7438719Abstract: A phototherapy system and device is disclosed, including an array of light sources from at least two distinct spectral light regions. The first spectral light region represents the treatment color, and thus is chosen for its phototherapeutic value. For instance, blue light may be the treatment color for hyperbilirubinemia. The second spectral light region represents the balancing color, and is chosen for its ability to mitigate discomfort that may be caused by viewing the treatment color. When blue is the treatment color, yellow has been found to be an effective balancing color.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2003Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Natus Medical IncorporatedInventors: Dong-Chune Christopher Chung, Abraham Totah, Bryan Flaherty
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Publication number: 20070261472Abstract: The present invention is a disposable sensor for use with a device that quantifies analytes in a gaseous sample. It comprises (i) a sensing element, (ii) a means for interfacing the disposable sensor with a gas analysis device, and (iii) a housing. When used with a device that can quantify the concentration of an analyte in a gas sample, the present invention facilitates the use of exhaled breath analysis as a clinical tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2007Publication date: November 15, 2007Applicant: Apieron, Inc.Inventors: Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh, Kevin Nason, David Chazan, Jonathan Fay, John Kaiser, James Stone
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Patent number: 7220387Abstract: The present invention is a disposable sensor for use with a device that quantifies analytes in a gaseous sample. It comprises (i) a sensing element, (ii) a means for interfacing the disposable sensor with a gas analysis device, and (iii) a housing. When used with a device that can quantify the concentration of an analyte in a gas sample, the present invention facilitates the use of exhaled breath analysis as a clinical tool.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2004Date of Patent: May 22, 2007Assignee: Apieron Biosystems Corp.Inventors: Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh, Kevin Nason, David Chazan, Johnathan Fay, John Kaiser, James Stone
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Publication number: 20070100400Abstract: A method of providing phototherapy to a patient. In some embodiments, the method includes the steps of placing a patient on a rigid support surface of a phototherapy device, the support surface being adapted to support the patient without substantial deformation; transmitting light from a light source through a first portion of the support surface to the patient; and limiting light transmission from the light source through a second portion of the support surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2006Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventors: Dong-Chune Chung, Abraham Totah, Wesley Joe, Edmond Chiu, David Brude, Bryan Flaherty, William Mince
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Publication number: 20070086920Abstract: Highly sensitive devices for detecting nitric oxide and/or other gaseous analytes in gaseous samples are improved by the incorporation of a carbon monoxide scavenger in the interior of the device or in the device packaging. The release of carbon monoxide within the housing of the device by the plastic used in the construction of the housing or by anything within the device that releases carbon monoxide causes a loss in sensitivity due to competition between the carbon monoxide and the nitric oxide for the binding sites on the device sensor. The scavenger corrects this by either catalyzing the oxidation of carbon monoxide to the less competitive carbon dioxide or immobilizing the carbon monoxide by affinity-type or covalent binding. Analogous effects are achieved for analytes other than nitric oxide but that likewise encounter interference from carbon monoxide in binding to sensors.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2005Publication date: April 19, 2007Applicant: Aperon Biosystems Corp.Inventors: David Anvar, David Chazan, Bryan Flaherty, Bhairavi Parikh
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Publication number: 20070088410Abstract: A phototherapy system having a rigid support surface adapted to support a patient without substantial deformation; a light source disposed so as to transmit light through the support surface; and a mask adapted to permit light transmission from the light source through a first portion of the support surface and to limit light transmission from the light source through a second portion of the support surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2006Publication date: April 19, 2007Inventors: Dong-Chune Chung, Abraham Totah, Wesley Joe, Edmond Chiu, David Brude, Bryan Flaherty, William Mince
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Patent number: 7131990Abstract: A phototherapy system and device is disclosed, including an array of light sources arranged so as to achieve substantially uniform distribution of light on a subject. The light sources can be arranged in a number of configurations, including but not limited to distributions in which the density of lights sources is greater in the periphery than in the center. The present invention also includes a light diffusing panel to increase exposure uniformity, and a targeting mechanism to ensure that the device is properly aligned over the subject.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2002Date of Patent: November 7, 2006Assignee: Natus Medical Inc.Inventors: Vineet Bansal, Bryan Flaherty, Chris Chung