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).
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Publication number: 20240139002Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2023Publication date: May 2, 2024Inventors: 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
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Patent number: 11302210Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2020Date of Patent: April 12, 2022Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 10677557Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 18, 2018Date of Patent: June 9, 2020Assignee: ACME WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES, INC.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 10553127Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2014Date of Patent: February 4, 2020Assignee: ACME WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES, INC.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 10001338Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: February 10, 2017Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 9568268Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 2, 2015Date of Patent: February 14, 2017Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 9175922Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 8, 2014Date of Patent: November 3, 2015Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 8827709Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise a dynamic motion seat with at least five directions of motion for vehicle simulation.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2009Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Patent number: 8690575Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 3, 2009Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: ACME Worldwide Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Randall S. Gurule, Douglas D. Sutton, E. Victor Maestas, Peter Agnew, Matthew Hastey, Michael T. Skelton
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Publication number: 20110148642Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2011Publication date: June 23, 2011Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor
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Publication number: 20100026501Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2009Publication date: February 4, 2010Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor
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Patent number: 7642921Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: July 18, 2008Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Assignee: Aquatic Safety Concepts, LLCInventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor, William G. Taylor
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Publication number: 20090027211Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2008Publication date: January 29, 2009Inventors: David M. Cutler, Douglas D. Sutton, Lawrence R. Miller, Paul E. Taylor, Thomas F. Healy, Marlin J. Gregor, William G. Taylor