Patents by Inventor Douglas D. Sutton

Douglas D. Sutton 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: 20240139002
    Abstract: An implant in accordance with an embodiment of the present technology includes proximal and distal end portions spaced apart from one another along a longitudinal axis and configured to be deployed at first and second airways, respectively, of a bronchial tree, the second airway being of a greater generation than the first airway. The implant includes a wire extending along a wire path within a tubular region coaxially aligned with the longitudinal axis. The wire includes first and second legs alternatingly disposed along the wire path and extending distally and proximally, respectively, in a circumferential direction about the longitudinal axis. The implant is configured to transition from a low-profile delivery state to an expanded deployed state at a treatment location and to allow mucociliary clearance from immediately distal to the implant to immediately proximal to the implant while the in deployed at the treatment location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2023
    Publication date: May 2, 2024
    Inventors: Martin L. Mayse, Karun D. Naga, Hanson S. Gifford, III, Steven W. Kim, Michael Hendricksen, Douglas S. Sutton, Nifer Beth Goldman, Patrick P. Wu, Jagannath Padmanabhan
  • Patent number: 11302210
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 10677557
    Abstract: The present invention is a weapon simulator that is at least partially controlled by a host computer and simulates near actual recoil forces of a weapon via a gun active recoil unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2020
    Assignee: ACME WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES, INC.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 10553127
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: ACME WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES, INC.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 10001338
    Abstract: The present invention is a weapon simulator that is at least partially controlled by a host computer and simulates near actual recoil forces of a weapon via a gun active recoil unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 9568268
    Abstract: The present invention is a weapon simulator that is at least partially controlled by a host computer and simulates near actual recoil forces of a weapon via a gun active recoil unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 9175922
    Abstract: The present invention is a weapon simulator that is at least partially controlled by a host computer and simulates near actual recoil forces of a weapon via a gun active recoil unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 8827709
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Patent number: 8690575
    Abstract: The present invention is a weapon simulator that is at least partially controlled by a host computer and simulates near actual recoil forces of a weapon via a gun active recoil unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
  • Publication number: 20110148642
    Abstract: Electronic Tags are mounted on swimmers to reduce their risk of drowning by identifying when their heads are underwater for periods of time which may indicate a dangerous submersion situation, and for triggering corresponding alerts and alarms. In this method, each monitored person is equipped with a lightweight electronic Tag worn on the head that communicates with monitors that issue the alerts and alarms, including audible and visible distress signals. The Tags comprise electrodes mounted on each side of a swimmer's head that close a circuit when said swimmer's nose or mouth is in the water. After a certain period of time, if the circuit is still closed, an alarm is sent to said monitors. The monitors, in turn, communicate the alarms to receivers used by supervisory personnel, such as lifeguards or parents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2011
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor
  • Publication number: 20100026501
    Abstract: Electronic Tags are mounted on swimmers to reduce their risk of drowning by identifying when their heads are underwater for periods of time which may indicate a dangerous submersion situation, and for triggering corresponding alerts and alarms. In this method, each monitored person is equipped with a lightweight electronic Tag worn on the body that communicates with monitors that issue the alerts and alarms, including audible and visible distress signals. The monitors, in turn, communicate the alarms to receivers used by supervisory personnel, such as lifeguards or parents. The invention may be used in aquatic environments, such as public recreation facilities, pools, waterfronts, and water parks, as well as in more private settings, such as homes, apartment buildings or hotels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2009
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor
  • Patent number: 7642921
    Abstract: Electronic Tags are mounted on swimmers to reduce their risk of drowning by identifying when their heads are underwater for periods of time which may indicate a dangerous submersion situation, and for triggering corresponding alerts and alarms. In this method, each monitored person is equipped with a lightweight electronic Tag worn on the body that communicates with monitors that issue the alerts and alarms, including audible and visible distress signals. The monitors, in turn, communicate the alarms to receivers used by supervisory personnel, such as lifeguards or parents. The invention may be used in aquatic environments, such as public recreation facilities, pools, waterfronts, and water parks, as well as in more private settings, such as homes, apartment buildings or hotels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignee: Aquatic Safety Concepts, LLC
    Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor, William G. Taylor
  • Publication number: 20090027211
    Abstract: Electronic Tags are mounted on swimmers to reduce their risk of drowning by identifying when their heads are underwater for periods of time which may indicate a dangerous submersion situation, and for triggering corresponding alerts and alarms. In this method, each monitored person is equipped with a lightweight electronic Tag worn on the body that communicates with monitors that issue the alerts and alarms, including audible and visible distress signals. The monitors, in turn, communicate the alarms to receivers used by supervisory personnel, such as lifeguards or parents. The invention may be used in aquatic environments, such as public recreation facilities, pools, waterfronts, and water parks, as well as in more private settings, such as homes, apartment buildings or hotels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2008
    Publication date: January 29, 2009
    Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor, William G. Taylor