Patents by Inventor Charles Wing
Charles Wing 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: 11913597Abstract: A product-display system for displaying and securing a retail product. The system may include a retainer having a retainer bracket and a retainer body coupled to the retainer bracket. A retaining cable may be coupled to the retainer body at an opening in the retainer body. A fastener that may be unfastened to release the product from the retainer may only be accessed through the opening of the retainer body such that when the retaining cable is coupled to the opening, no fasteners of the retainer may be visible or accessible. The system may also include a display stem for holding the retainer and product. The display stem may include a recess for receiving at least a portion of the retainer body. The retaining cable may extend through the display stem and may simultaneously transmit power and data to a displayed product. The retainer may be returned to and held on top of the display stem using a retaining cable.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2021Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Sheng Yang, Eric W. Wang, Steven C. Michalske, Olivia Ching, Clayton R. Woosley, Samuel Wing Man Yuen, Paul Joseph Hack, Ricardo A Mariano, Chien Tsun Chen, George Tziviskos, Charles A. Schwalbach
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Publication number: 20230190490Abstract: An expandable vertebral device includes a base assembly having end portions that are movable relative to one another via adjustment of an adjustment mechanism at the first end portion. A plurality of movable plates are movably disposed at the base assembly and are at least vertically movable relative to the base assembly as the end portions are moved relative to one another. Each of the end portions has a pair of vertical guide elements and may have a pair of lateral guide elements. Each of the movable plates includes a vertical guide that moves along the respective vertical guide element and may have a lateral guide that moves along a respective lateral guide element. When the adjustment mechanism is adjusted to draw the end portions toward one another, the movable plates move outward from a longitudinal axis of the base assembly as the guides move along the respective guide elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Ernest N. Corrao, JR., Charles A. Wing
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Patent number: 10881527Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a first member and a first footplate detachably connectable to the first member, a second member and a second footplate detachably connectable to the second member, and a central member detachably connectable to the first member. The first member is displaceable relative to the second member in response to rotation of the central member relative to the first member to adjust the length of the vertebral body replacement device. The first footplate includes a first surface oriented toward the first member, a second surface oriented away from the first member, and a sidewall extending between the first surface and the second surface. The first surface includes an alignment slot facing the first member. The alignment slot is open through the sidewall of the first footplate and configured to slidingly engage the first member to orient the first footplate relative to the first member.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2018Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: AESCULAP IMPLANT SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 10806595Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a first member and a first footplate detachably connectable to the first member, a second member and a second footplate detachably connectable to the second member, and a central member detachably connectable to the first member. The first member is axially displaceable relative to the second member in response to rotation of the central member relative to the first member to adjust the length of the vertebral body replacement device. The first member includes a pair of first fastener holes and a pair of second fastener holes angularly offset from the first fastener holes. The first footplate includes an aperture configured to align with one of the first fastener holes to orient the footplate in a first position or one of the second fastener holes to orient the footplate in a second position.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2018Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignee: AESCULAP IMPLANT SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Publication number: 20190125545Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a first member and a first footplate detachably connectable to the first member, a second member and a second footplate detachably connectable to the second member, and a central member detachably connectable to the first member. The first member is displaceable relative to the second member in response to rotation of the central member relative to the first member to adjust the length of the vertebral body replacement device. The first footplate includes a first surface oriented toward the first member, a second surface oriented away from the first member, and a sidewall extending between the first surface and the second surface. The first surface includes an alignment slot facing the first member. The alignment slot is open through the sidewall of the first footplate and configured to slidingly engage the first member to orient the first footplate relative to the first member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2018Publication date: May 2, 2019Inventors: DANIEL REFAI, JEFFREY A. FARRIS, JEFFREY T. EBERSOLE, CORY ALAN TRISCHLER, GORDON PAUL KISTLER, CHARLES WING
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Publication number: 20190125546Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a first member and a first footplate detachably connectable to the first member, a second member and a second footplate detachably connectable to the second member, and a central member detachably connectable to the first member. The first member is axially displaceable relative to the second member in response to rotation of the central member relative to the first member to adjust the length of the vertebral body replacement device. The first member includes a pair of first fastener holes and a pair of second fastener holes angularly offset from the first fastener holes. The first footplate includes an aperture configured to align with one of the first fastener holes to orient the footplate in a first position or one of the second fastener holes to orient the footplate in a second position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2018Publication date: May 2, 2019Inventors: DANIEL REFAI, JEFFREY A. FARRIS, JEFFREY T. EBERSOLE, CORY ALAN TRISCHLER, GORDON PAUL KISTLER, CHARLES WING
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Patent number: 10201432Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2014Date of Patent: February 12, 2019Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Publication number: 20140222151Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: AESCULAP IMPLANT SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Daniel REFAI, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8690950Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2013Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8591587Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2012Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Publication number: 20130282120Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2013Publication date: October 24, 2013Inventors: Daniel REFAI, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8394131Abstract: An occipital plate system comprising: (a) a plate having one or more apertures for receiving bone fasteners adapted for securing the plate to the skull; (b) two rails extending outwardly from opposing sides of the plate; and (c) two rod receptacles, each comprising a body portion and a receiver portion, the body portion defining a passageway through which one of the rails slides, the receiver portion defining a cavity to receive a rod and threads above the cavity for receiving a set screw such that at least a portion of each of a rail, the rod and the set screw are contained within the rod receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2006Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Charles A. Wing, Robert M. Crews, John A. Usher, Jr.
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Patent number: 8377132Abstract: An intervertebral implant includes a first plate and a second plate that is configured to be moveably engaged with the first plate along an axis of translation. Each plate defines at least one hole or recess for receiving a fastener that is configured to be fastened to a respective vertebrae. In one embodiment, a toothed surface is defined on both the first plate and the second plate. The toothed surface of the first plate is configured for engaging the toothed surface of the second plate such that translation of the second plate with respect to the first plate is limited in a single direction along the axis of translation.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2009Date of Patent: February 19, 2013Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Charles Wing, Jeffrey Kozak, Nikolay Laubert
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Patent number: 8377139Abstract: An implantable assembly includes an anchor member and a spacer. The anchor member has a hub portion and a shank portion. The spacer includes a central opening to receive bone fusion material and at least one passage for receiving the anchor member. In one embodiment, the passage includes first and second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout. The second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout includes means for centering the anchor member in the passage and means for stabilizing the anchor member in the passage. In addition, the second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout provides a mechanical advantage to assist in driving the screw into bone and mechanical advantage to assist in reversing the screw out of the spacer.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2010Date of Patent: February 19, 2013Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Nikolay Laubert, Charles Wing
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Publication number: 20120265303Abstract: A vertebral body replacement device includes a body member and a central rod member having two threaded portions and configured to be operatively associated with the body member. The device also includes a first end member and a second end member with the end members configured to threadingly engage the threaded portions of the central rod member. The body member and the two end members are further constructed to inhibit rotational movement of the two end members when the device is positioned within a space within a spine as the two end members will engage the adjacent respective vertebral bodies following rotational actuation of the central rod member causing the end members to move in an axial direction relative to the body member, thereby allowing the two end members to apply a force to the two vertebral bodies. A surgical instrument and method for using the device are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2012Publication date: October 18, 2012Applicant: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Daniel Refai, Jeffrey A. Farris, Jeffrey T. Ebersole, Cory Alan Trischler, Gordon Paul Kistler, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8262710Abstract: A dynamic vertebral stabilization device for constraining motion of adjacent vertebrae is provided. The bone stabilization device comprises a first plate having a vertebral mating surface for positioning against a vertebrae, wherein the first plate defines a recess. The device further comprises a second plate having a vertebral mating surface for positioning against an adjacent vertebrae. The second plate includes a projection configured to travel in the recess of the first plate. The vertebral mating surface of the first plate is non-coplanar with respect to the vertebral mating surface of the second plate.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2006Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Scott Freedman, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8211012Abstract: A tissue retractor system includes first and second arms extending from a support assembly, and third and fourth arms extending from a support mechanism. Each arm includes a proximal span, a distal span, and a blade support between the proximal span and distal span. The retractor system features retractor units that can be used independently or in a nested arrangement. The system also includes instruments for inserting a spinal rod. A method for implanting a spinal rod through an incision includes the steps of inserting the spinal rod through a dividable tube, turning the rod subcutaneously toward a rod receiving anchor and advancing the rod subcutaneously toward the rod receiving anchor.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2008Date of Patent: July 3, 2012Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Charles Wing, William J. Beutler, Walter J. McMurray, Donald A. Buss, James David Hughett, Jeffrey S. Tompkins, Jeffrey Cole
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Publication number: 20120130436Abstract: An apparatus and method for reinforcing a bone fixation assembly includes a first connector element for coupling to a first bone screw assembly, a second connector element for coupling to a second bone screw assembly, and an elongated connecting element that interconnects the first connector element and second connector element. An end of the first connector element is adapted to engage an elongated fixation element in a first bone screw assembly, and an end of the second connector element is adapted to engage an elongated fixation element in a second bone screw assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2011Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Tyler Haskins, Charles Wing
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Patent number: 8167949Abstract: An intervertebral implant includes an upper surface configured for engagement with a first vertebral body, and a lower surface configured for engagement with a second vertebral body. A wall extends between the upper surface and the lower surface, and forms a chamber for containing osteogenic material. At least a portion of the wall is collapsible from a first position associated with a first volume of the chamber to a second position associated with a second volume of the chamber. The second volume is less than the first volume.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2008Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Jeffrey Tyber, Charles Wing, Larry Pijanowski
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Publication number: 20110313528Abstract: An implantable assembly includes an anchor member and a spacer. The anchor member has a hub portion and a shank portion. The spacer includes a central opening to receive bone fusion material and at least one passage for receiving the anchor member. In one embodiment, the passage includes first and second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout. The second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout includes means for centering the anchor member in the passage and means for stabilizing the anchor member in the passage. In addition, the second means for locking the anchor member in the passage against backout provides a mechanical advantage to assist in driving the screw into bone and mechanical advantage to assist in reversing the screw out of the spacer.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2010Publication date: December 22, 2011Applicant: Aesculap Implant Systems, LLCInventors: Nikolay Laubert, Charles Wing