Patents by Inventor Donald J. Martin
Donald J. Martin 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: 20180338786Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention provide a system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2018Publication date: November 29, 2018Inventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20180317987Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention provide a system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2018Publication date: November 8, 2018Inventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20140222091Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention provide a system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: COMPETITIVE GLOBAL MEDICAL, LLCInventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Patent number: 8715326Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a distal interphalangeal (“DIP”) fusion device for connecting a first bone of a patient to a second, adjacent bone of the patient. The device may include an anchor assembly and a compressor assembly. In another embodiment, a separate compressor base assembly is included. In yet another embodiment an access port assembly is included. The anchor assembly is rotationally coupled to one end of the compressor assembly, such that the compressor assembly may rotate about the anchor assembly within a semi-spherical zone (three degrees of rotational freedom) and translate axially (one degree of translational freedom). In an operative position, the anchor assembly is anchored in an intermediate phalanx of a digit of a patient, the compressor assembly is contained in a distal phalanx of the digit, and the distal phalanx is flexed relative to the intermediate phalanx to create a joint angle.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2010Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Assignee: Competitive Global Medical, LLCInventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20130325077Abstract: A system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints is disclosed. A flexible bone fusion apparatus is provided having an anchor and a compressor, each of which engages with a coupler to provide axial and/or linear rotation of the apparatus. Alternatively, a compressor and an anchor may directly join with each other at a shared interface. Tools for installing and compressing the apparatus are provided. Also provided is a method for fusing two bones or bone portions to create a non-linear post-fusion orientation. A further aspect of the disclosure is a method for maintaining thread synchronization of a bone fusion apparatus having a discontinuous thread.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2013Publication date: December 5, 2013Applicant: Competitive Global Medical, LLCInventors: LLOYD CHAMPAGNE, BRUCE KING, OMAR CONTENTO, MIKE LANHAM, DONALD J. MARTIN
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Patent number: 8529611Abstract: A system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints is disclosed. A flexible bone fusion apparatus is provided having an anchor and a compressor, each of which engages with a coupler to provide axial and/or linear rotation of the apparatus. Alternatively, a compressor and an anchor may directly join with each other at a shared interface. Tools for installing and compressing the apparatus are provided. Also provided is a method for fusing two bones or bone portions to create a non-linear post-fusion orientation. A further aspect of the disclosure is a method for maintaining thread synchronization of a bone fusion apparatus having a discontinuous thread.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2011Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Competitive Global Medical, LLCInventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20120065692Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention provide a system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2011Publication date: March 15, 2012Inventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20110276099Abstract: The various embodiments of the present invention provide a system, including methods, apparatus and kits for connecting bones and/or bone portions using a multi-part bone connector with one or more rotating joints.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2011Publication date: November 10, 2011Inventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20110054545Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a distal interphalangeal (“DIP”) fusion device for connecting a first bone of a patient to a second, adjacent bone of the patient. The device may include an anchor assembly and a compressor assembly. In another embodiment, a separate compressor base assembly is included. In yet another embodiment an access port assembly is included. The anchor assembly is rotationally coupled to one end of the compressor assembly, such that the compressor assembly may rotate about the anchor assembly within a semi-spherical zone (three degrees of rotational freedom) and translate axially (one degree of translational freedom). In an operative position, the anchor assembly is anchored in an intermediate phalanx of a digit of a patient, the compressor assembly is contained in a distal phalanx of the digit, and the distal phalanx is flexed relative to the intermediate phalanx to create a joint angle.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventors: Lloyd Champagne, Bruce King, Omar Contento, Mike Lanham, Donald J. Martin
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Publication number: 20020007227Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a multiple head dispensing system having independently controlled dispensing heads. Each of the dispensing heads may be independently controlled to provide simultaneous, asynchronous operation and to allow dispensing of different materials onto substrates. Independent control of the dispensing heads is accomplished under the control of a controller in conjunction with a plurality of gantry systems, each of which positions one of the multiple dispensing heads over a substrate that is to receive dispensing material. In some embodiments, each gantry system utilizes two drive mechanisms, arranged in parallel, that provide movement of the dispensing head over an x-y plane. Multiple conveyor systems are utilized that allow parallel processing of work products in the dispensing system.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2001Publication date: January 17, 2002Inventors: Thomas C. Prentice, Brian P. Prescott, Thomas Purcell, Stephen S. Helm, Donald J. Martin, Kevin Brown
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Patent number: 6224675Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a multiple head dispensing system having independently controlled dispensing heads. Each of the dispensing heads may be independently controlled to provide simultaneous, asynchronous operation and to allow dispensing of different materials onto substrates. Independent control of the dispensing heads is accomplished under the control of a controller in conjunction with a plurality of gantry systems, each of which positions one of the multiple dispensing heads over a substrate that is to receive dispensing material. In some embodiments, each gantry system utilizes two drive mechanisms, arranged in parallel, that provide movement of the dispensing head over an x-y plane. Multiple conveyor systems are utilized that allow parallel processing of work products in the dispensing system.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 1999Date of Patent: May 1, 2001Assignee: Speedline Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas C. Prentice, Brian P. Prescott, Thomas Purcell, Stephen S. Helm, Donald J. Martin, Kevin Brown
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Patent number: 6070247Abstract: A multi-media conferencing system (10) that links desirable conferencing components into an adaptable and functional whole through innovative system approaches to system level controls. Another object of the present invention is to provide a multi-media conferencing system (10) that integrates equipment to present information in the most desirable way as determined by the presenter and allows for system power to be turned on and off by a single system button power button (48) and by a system computer (30).Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1996Date of Patent: May 30, 2000Assignee: Smart Technologies Inc.Inventors: Steven J. Wallace, Donald J. Martin, Thomas Grimm, Keith L. Perrin, Kevin D. Davis
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Patent number: 6007631Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a multiple head dispensing system having independently controlled dispensing heads. Each of the dispensing heads may be independently controlled to provide simultaneous, asynchronous operation and to allow dispensing of different materials onto substrates. Independent control of the dispensing heads is accomplished under the control of a controller in conjunction with a plurality of gantry systems, each of which positions one of the multiple dispensing heads over a substrate that is to receive dispensing material. In some embodiments, each gantry system utilizes two drive mechanisms, arranged in parallel, that provide movement of the dispensing head over an x-y plane. Multiple conveyor systems are utilized that allow parallel processing of work products in the dispensing system.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 1998Date of Patent: December 28, 1999Assignee: Speedline Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Thomas C. Prentice, Brian P. Prescott, Thomas Purcell, Stephen S. Helm, Donald J. Martin, Kevin Brown, James P. Donnelly
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Patent number: 5662152Abstract: The present invention relates to a modular window unit for an aircraft comprising a nonopaque lens and a reveal, the reveal joining the lens, as well as a shade comprising a multiplicity of discrete elongated panels, each panel cooperating with one another and being movable between an open and a closed position. The panels lay one next to the other to substantially cover the lens when the window shade is closed and, in an open position, lay stacked atop each other to substantially uncover the lens. Electric motors are provided for moving the panels of the shade between the open and closed positions.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1995Date of Patent: September 2, 1997Assignee: MSA Aircraft Interior Products, Inc.Inventors: Eduardo Sanz, Don M. Ellis, Donald J. Martin
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Patent number: 5016962Abstract: A method of providing optical signal transmission past an optical fiber section in need of repair includes withdrawing an optical signal from the fiber upstream of the section and injecting the signal into the fiber downstream of the section in a passive manner while the section is being repaired.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 1990Date of Patent: May 21, 1991Assignee: Raynet CorporationInventors: Donald J. Martin, Ralph A. Narciso, David T. Lowe, Clifford H. Greenman