Patents by Inventor E. Schubert
E. Schubert 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: 11969565Abstract: The disclosure provides a system and method for a programmable medical wire that can be preprogrammed, and controlled and reshaped upon command. The system can include a power supply, a controller, and a multilayered wire assembly. The wire assembly includes a core conductor, actuator conductors coupled to the core conductor, selective conductors formed adjacent the core conductor and the actuator conductors, and a protective biocompatible shield around the layers. The selective conductors can be energized to activate the actuator conductors and cause the actuator conductors to bend or twist in a preprogrammed manner. By selectively controlling the direction of movement of the actuator conductors, the wire assembly can be remotely guided through body passageways to the target. Auxiliary equipment such as sensors, micro cameras, detectors, cutters, and other equipment can also be coupled to the wire assembly, and controlled and communicated with through one or more of the selective conductors.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2019Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignees: BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, SCOTT & WHITE HEALTHCAREInventors: Keith E. Schubert, Linda Olafsen, Jeffrey Olafsen, Sunghwan Lee, Jason H. Huang, Samantha Dayawansa, Jin-Woo Choi
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Patent number: 11883114Abstract: The present disclosure provides a system and method for using widely available ultrasound imaging to overcome the limitations of imaging guidewires and other small objects that may be subwavelength in size relative to an ultrasound wavelength. The system and method can reduce the use of X-rays and exposure to the dangerous effects of radiation and avoids the expense of MRI technology. The subwavelength object, such as a guidewire, can be detected using several methods and associated systems described herein, including the object changing positions at a frequency that creates a brighter ultrasound image of the object as the object progresses across a scanned region of the ultrasound detector. In some embodiments, the movement of the small object causes a different speckle signature than the object itself would otherwise generate. Analysis of changes in speckle patterns due to progressive movement of an object can yield a detectable object.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2021Date of Patent: January 30, 2024Assignees: BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, SCOTT & WHITE HEALTHCAREInventors: Linda J. Olafsen, Keith E. Schubert, Jeffrey S. Olafsen, Samantha Dayawansa, Jason H. Huang
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Publication number: 20210353365Abstract: The present disclosure provides a system and method for using widely available ultrasound imaging to overcome the limitations of imaging guidewires and other small objects that may be subwavelength in size relative to an ultrasound wavelength. The system and method can reduce the use of X-rays and exposure to the dangerous effects of radiation and avoids the expense of MRI technology. The subwavelength object, such as a guidewire, can be detected using several methods and associated systems described herein, including the object changing positions at a frequency that creates a brighter ultrasound image of the object as the object progresses across a scanned region of the ultrasound detector. In some embodiments, the movement of the small object causes a different speckle signature than the object itself would otherwise generate. Analysis of changes in speckle patterns due to progressive movement of an object can yield a detectable object.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2021Publication date: November 18, 2021Applicants: Baylor University, Scott & White HealthcareInventors: Linda J. OLAFSEN, Keith E. SCHUBERT, Jeffrey S. OLAFSEN, Samantha DAYAWANSA, Jason H. HUANG
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Publication number: 20210290242Abstract: A programmable medical wire system includes a programmable wire assembly that includes: a core conductor; at least one actuator conductor electrically coupled to the core conductor, the actuator conductor being programmed to move toward a predetermined shape based on actuation; at least one selective conductor electrically coupled to the actuator conductor and configured to be electrically energized to actuate the actuator conductor to move toward the predetermined shape; at least one emitter configured to produce electromagnetic radiation of a given wavelength coupled to the programmable wire assembly; and at least one detector configured to receive emissions of the emitter and communicate signals of the emission remotely from the emitter. One or more of the selective conductors can be energized to activate the actuator conductors and/or core conductor and cause the actuator conductors and/or core conductor to bend or twist in a preprogrammed manner and return to original shape when deenergized.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2021Publication date: September 23, 2021Applicants: Baylor University, Scott & White Healthcare, Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical CollegeInventors: Keith E. Schubert, Linda Olafsen, Jeffrey Olafsen, Sunghwan Lee, Jason H. Huang, Samantha Dayawansa, Jin-Woo Choi
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Publication number: 20190247629Abstract: The disclosure provides a system and method for a programmable medical wire that can be preprogrammed, and controlled and reshaped upon command. The system can include a power supply, a controller, and a multilayered wire assembly. The wire assembly includes a core conductor, actuator conductors coupled to the core conductor, selective conductors formed adjacent the core conductor and the actuator conductors, and a protective biocompatible shield around the layers. The selective conductors can be energized to activate the actuator conductors and cause the actuator conductors to bend or twist in a preprogrammed manner. By selectively controlling the direction of movement of the actuator conductors, the wire assembly can be remotely guided through body passageways to the target. Auxiliary equipment such as sensors, micro cameras, detectors, cutters, and other equipment can also be coupled to the wire assembly, and controlled and communicated with through one or more of the selective conductors.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicants: Baylor University, Scott & White HealthcareInventors: Keith E. SCHUBERT, Linda OLAFSEN, Jeffrey OLAFSEN, Sunghwan LEE, Jason H. HUANG, Samantha DAYAWANSA, Jin-Woo CHOI
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Patent number: 10024161Abstract: A method for repairing a blade wherein the blade comprises a metallic substrate shaped to define an airfoil having a tip. A coating is on the tip. The method comprises: machining to at least partially remove the coating; plating a nickel-based base layer; and plating an abrasive layer comprising a nickel-based matrix and an abrasive.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2015Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: United Technologies CorporationInventors: Thomas McCall, David J. Hiskes, Christopher J. Bischof, Eric W. Stratton, Anthony J. Pietroniro, Mary E. Schubert, Kayleigh J. Brown, Michael J. Minor
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Patent number: 9447573Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for constructing a building. A foundation is provided, upon which is disposed one or more first-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end and an upper surface. One or more second-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end, a lower surface and an upper surface on one or more of the first-floor columns, are disposed on the top of the first-floor columns so that the lower surface of one or more of the second-floor columns abuts, and is supported by, the upper surface of one or more of the first-floor columns.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2005Date of Patent: September 20, 2016Assignee: NCI Group, Inc.Inventor: Fred E. Schubert
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Publication number: 20160230558Abstract: A method for repairing a blade wherein the blade comprises a metallic substrate shaped to define an airfoil having a tip. A coating is on the tip. The method comprises: machining to at least partially remove the coating; plating a nickel-based base layer; and plating an abrasive layer comprising a nickel-based matrix and an abrasive.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2015Publication date: August 11, 2016Inventors: Thomas McCall, David J. Hiskes, Christopher J. Bischof, Eric W. Stratton, Anthony J. Pietroniro, Mary E. Schubert, Kayleigh J. Brown, Michael J. Minor
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Patent number: 8801432Abstract: A device for determining or measuring temporomandibular joint positions and movements of a patient. A method for determining or measuring one or more than one temporomandibular joint position or movement of a patient. A method of diagnosing a condition or disease of a temporomandibular joint of a patient.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2013Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Assignee: Loma Linda UniveristyInventors: Ralph S. Kurti, Jr., Keith E. Schubert, Serkan Inceoglu, Mathew T. Kattadiyil
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Publication number: 20140186793Abstract: A device for determining or measuring temporomandibular joint positions and movements of a patient. A method for determining or measuring one or more than one temporomandibular joint position or movement of a patient. A method of diagnosing a condition or disease of a temporomandibular joint of a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2013Publication date: July 3, 2014Inventors: Ralph S. Kurti, JR., Keith E. Schubert, Serkan Inceoglu, Mathew T. Kattadiyil
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Patent number: 7394256Abstract: Two halves of a separable wrist coil provide a coil volume closely conforming to a patient's hand yet separable for insertion and removal of the hand. The halves are hinged allowing easy one-handed operation of the coil in which an operator may stabilize the patient's hand within a propositioned coil with one hand while closing the coil and locking it in position with the other. Detents and a manual lock assist in this process.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2006Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Thomas E. Schubert, John M. Procarione, Ashok Menon
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Publication number: 20070030611Abstract: A light emitting device having a monolithic protection element and a method of fabricating the light emitting device are provided. The light emitting device includes: a light emitter having a cathode and an anode; and the resistive protection element connected to the light emitter in parallel through the cathode and the anode. Here, a resistance Rs of the resistive protection element has a value between a forward resistance Rf and a reverse resistance Rr of a current of the light emitter.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2005Publication date: February 8, 2007Applicants: Samsung Electro-mechanics Co., Ltd, Rensselaer Polytechnic instituteInventors: Jae-hee Cho, Luo Hong, Jong-kyu Kim, Yong-jo Park, Cheol-soo Sone, E. Schubert
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Publication number: 20060170335Abstract: A LED device is provided having a diffuse reflective surface which includes an LED chip emitting light, a reflector cup having the LED chip arranged at a bottom surface thereof and having an angled surface which diffusely reflects the light emitted by the LED chip, and a light conversion material provided in the reflector cup for converting the light emitted by the LED chip into visible light rays. The light-conversion material is spatially separated from the LED chip by a length equal or greater than the maximum length of the LED chip.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2005Publication date: August 3, 2006Applicants: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSITITUTEInventors: Jae-hee Cho, Jong-kyu Kim, Cheol-soo Sone, E. Schubert
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Patent number: 7007431Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for constructing a building. A foundation is provided, upon which is disposed one or more first-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end and an upper surface. One or more second-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end, a lower surface and an upper surface on one or more of the first-floor columns, are disposed on the top of the first-floor columns so that the lower surface of one or more of the second-floor columns abuts, and is supported by, the upper surface of one or more of the first-floor columns.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2003Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Assignee: NCI Building Systems, LPInventor: Fred E. Schubert
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Patent number: 6894496Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a method and apparatus for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) imaging. The subject method and apparatus are advantageous with respect to the use of RF coils for receiving signals in NMR scanners. The subject invention can utilize multiple coils to, for example, improve the signal to noise, increase the coverage area, and/or reduce the acquisition time. The use of multiple smaller surface or volume coils to receive NMR signals from the sample can increase the signal to noise ratio compared to a larger coil that has the same field of view and coverage area.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2003Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignee: MRI Devices Corp.Inventors: David A. Molyneaux, G. Randy Duensing, S. Uli Gotshal, Thomas E. Schubert, Alan Holland, Scott B. King
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Patent number: 6836118Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a method and apparatus for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) imaging. The subject method and apparatus are advantageous with respect to the use of RF coils for receiving signals in NMR scanners. The subject invention can utilize multiple coils to, for example, improve the signal to noise, increase the coverage area, and/or reduce the acquisition time. The use of multiple smaller surface or volume coils to receive NMR signals from the sample can increase the signal to noise ratio compared to a larger coil that has the same field of view and coverage area.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2000Date of Patent: December 28, 2004Assignee: MRI Devices Corp.Inventors: David A. Molyneaux, G. Randy Duensing, S. Uli Gotshal, Thomas E. Schubert, Alan Holland, Scott B. King
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Publication number: 20040221521Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for constructing a building. A foundation is provided, upon which is disposed one or more first-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end and an upper surface. One or more second-floor columns, each having a lower end, an upper end, a lower surface and an upper surface on one or more of the first-floor columns, are disposed on the top of the first-floor columns so that the lower surface of one or more of the second-floor columns abuts, and is supported by, the upper surface of one or more of the first-floor columns.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2003Publication date: November 11, 2004Inventor: Fred E. Schubert
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Publication number: 20040212366Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a method and apparatus for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) imaging. The subject method and apparatus are advantageous with respect to the use of RF coils for receiving signals in NMR scanners. The subject invention can utilize multiple coils to, for example, improve the signal to noise, increase the coverage area, and/or reduce the acquisition time. The use of multiple smaller surface or volume coils to receive NMR signals from the sample can increase the signal to noise ratio compared to a larger coil that has the same field of view and coverage area.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 10, 2000Publication date: October 28, 2004Inventors: David A. Molyneaux, G. Randy Duensing, S. Uli Gotshal, Thomas E. Schubert, Alan Holland, Scott B. King
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Publication number: 20040000908Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a method and apparatus for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) imaging. The subject method and apparatus are advantageous with respect to the use of RF coils for receiving signals in NMR scanners. The subject invention can utilize multiple coils to, for example, improve the signal to noise, increase the coverage area, and/or reduce the acquisition time. The use of multiple smaller surface or volume coils to receive NMR signals from the sample can increase the signal to noise ratio compared to a larger coil that has the same field of view and coverage area.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2003Publication date: January 1, 2004Inventors: David A. Molyneaux, G. Randy Duensing, S. Uli Gotshal, Thomas E. Schubert, Alan Holland, Scott B. King
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Patent number: PP17007Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of boxwood that originated as a branch sport. The orderly arrangement of leaves on each stem gives this shrub considerable textural interest. This shrub displays excellent hardiness, and its emerald-green leaves retain their color through the winter. This semi-dwarf evergreen shrub displays an upright, dense growth habit, making it suitable for use in small gardens or as a low, formal hedge or border.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2004Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Inventor: William E. Schubert