Patents by Inventor Joseph A. Barrett
Joseph A. Barrett 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: 20240044566Abstract: For efficiently exchanging heat between two streams of fluid at approximately equal pressure while simultaneously reducing the internal volume and general overall mass of the heat exchange means per quantity of heat exchanged over time, a means termed a Synchronized Thermal Regenerator Exchange Pump (STREP) is proposed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2023Publication date: February 8, 2024Inventor: Joseph Barrett Bland
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Publication number: 20230382725Abstract: The present invention proposes a thermochemical battery cycle, termed a Benzene Battery cycle, for efficiently storing electric and/or thermal energy for later and/or distant use. The methods and apparatus herein proposed utilize reversible endothermic fluid and exothermic fluid thermochemical means for efficiently storing H2 in a liquid state at STP. The present invention is generally based on the technology disclosed in U.S. Pat. Nos. 3,225,538, 3,067,594, and 3,871,179, wherein techniques are described for creating a unique thermochemical cycle, termed the Bland/Ewing Cycle (B/E Cycle) after the co-inventors, involving “molecular expansion” and “molecular compression”. The present invention is also based on US Patent Application #18-0954634 which proposes optimizing endothermic and exothermic “segments” for the creation of either Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or Combined Cycle (CC) applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2023Publication date: November 30, 2023Inventor: Joseph Barrett Bland
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Publication number: 20220313294Abstract: An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to move objects within the vasculature, such as to remove an intravascular filter, tissue and other items from the vasculature. The apparatus has a user interface to manipulate a first and second actuating portion that are coupled to the distal end of the apparatus conduit. A retrieval apparatus may include forceps coupled to the second actuating portion whereby the retrieval actuator opens and closes the forceps for retrieval of an IVF or other device, such as stent or stent graft. An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to dissect thrombus from the interior of the vascular wall, move a stent or remove a portion of a stent or stent graft to provide better blood flow or to allow blood flow into a branched vessel.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2022Publication date: October 6, 2022Inventors: Sunenshine J. Peter, Kevin Hirsch, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20220226555Abstract: A manual clot aspiration and filtration system enables a method of removing a clot without general anesthesia and the expense of an operating room. An aspiration and filtration system for bodily fluid utilizes a syringe coupled with a filter unit to draw bodily fluid through the filter unit to collect debris on the filter. A flow valve may then be turned and the plunger depressed to force the filtered fluid back into the body. The filter may be configured to capture particles such as blood clots and plaque. The filter unit has a cover that can be removed for inspection and/or removal of the collected debris. When the cover is replaced, trapped air may be removed by turning the flow-valve to a purge direction and pressing the plunger into the syringe to force fluid back toward the filter unit to purge the trapped air through the purge valve.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2022Publication date: July 21, 2022Inventors: Peter J. Sunenshine, Kevin Hirsch, Joseph Barrett
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Patent number: 11350955Abstract: An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to move objects within the vasculature, such as to remove an intravascular filter, tissue and other items from the vasculature. The apparatus has a user interface to manipulate a first and second actuating portion that are coupled to the distal end of the apparatus conduit. A retrieval apparatus may include forceps coupled to the second actuating portion whereby the retrieval actuator opens and closes the forceps for retrieval of an IVF or other device, such as stent or stent graft. An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to dissect thrombus from the interior of the vascular wall, move a stent or remove a portion of a stent or stent graft to provide better blood flow or to allow blood flow into a branched vessel.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2020Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: First Pass, LLCInventors: Sunenshine J. Peter, Kevin Hirsch, Joseph Barrett
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Patent number: 11266825Abstract: A manual clot aspiration and filtration system enables a method of removing a clot without general anesthesia and the expense of an operating room. An aspiration and filtration system for bodily fluid utilizes a syringe coupled with a filter unit to draw bodily fluid through the filter unit to collect debris on the filter. A flow valve may then be turned and the plunger depressed to force the filtered fluid back into the body. The filter may be configured to capture particles such as blood clots and plaque. The filter unit has a cover that can be removed for inspection and/or removal of the collected debris. When the cover is replaced, trapped air may be removed by turning the flow-valve to a purge direction and pressing the plunger into the syringe to force fluid back toward the filter unit to purge the trapped air through the purge valve.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2020Date of Patent: March 8, 2022Assignee: First Pass, LLCInventors: Sunenshine J. Peter, Kevin Hirsch, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20210315600Abstract: An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to move objects within the vasculature, such as to remove an intravascular filter, tissue and other items from the vasculature. The apparatus has a user interface to manipulate a first and second actuating portion that are coupled to the distal end of the apparatus conduit. A retrieval apparatus may include forceps coupled to the second actuating portion whereby the retrieval actuator opens and closes the forceps for retrieval of an IVF or other device, such as stent or stent graft. An intravascular articulating retrieval apparatus may be used to dissect thrombus from the interior of the vascular wall, move a stent or remove a portion of a stent or stent graft to provide better blood flow or to allow blood flow into a branched vessel.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2020Publication date: October 14, 2021Inventors: Sunenshine J. Peter, Kevin Hirsch, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20210260262Abstract: A manual clot aspiration and filtration system enables a method of removing a clot without general anesthesia and the expense of an operating room. An aspiration and filtration system for bodily fluid utilizes a syringe coupled with a filter unit to draw bodily fluid through the filter unit to collect debris on the filter. A flow valve may then be turned and the plunger depressed to force the filtered fluid back into the body. The filter may be configured to capture particles such as blood clots and plaque. The filter unit has a cover that can be removed for inspection and/or removal of the collected debris. When the cover is replaced, trapped air may be removed by turning the flow-valve to a purge direction and pressing the plunger into the syringe to force fluid back toward the filter unit to purge the trapped air through the purge valve.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2020Publication date: August 26, 2021Inventors: Sunenshine J. PETER, Kevin HIRSCH, Joseph BARRETT
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Patent number: 9839763Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2014Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: C. R. Bard, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Barrett, Dallen G. Herzog, Amir Orome, Jason R. Stats, Bret Hamatake
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Patent number: 9656041Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2013Date of Patent: May 23, 2017Assignee: C. R. Bard, Inc.Inventors: Bret Hamatake, Jason R. Stats, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20150073327Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2014Publication date: March 12, 2015Inventors: Joseph Barrett, Dallen G. Herzog, Amir Orome
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Patent number: 8894607Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: GrantFiled: November 28, 2012Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: C. R. Bard, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Barrett, Dallen G. Herzog, Amir Orome
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Publication number: 20140107591Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Applicant: C. R. BARD, INC.Inventors: Bret Hamatake, Jason R. Stats, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20090074968Abstract: In at least one embodiment, the present invention relates to a method and system of painting an article having two or more base coats, and to articles prepared in accordance therewith. In at least one embodiment, the method comprises applying a primer composition to a first and second area of the article; applying a first base composition to the first area of the article; curing the primer composition and the first base composition to form a primer and a first base coat; masking at least a portion of the first base coat; applying a second base composition to the second area of the article; removing the masking; applying a clear coat composition to the first and second area of the article; and curing the second base and the clear coat compositions. In at least one embodiment, the article is a vehicle and the compositions are applied via automated spray equipment.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2008Publication date: March 19, 2009Applicant: FORD MOTOR COMPANYInventors: Alyson Marie Dunlop, Aaron M. Fiala, Christopher Anthony Tallon, Jacob Braslaw, John Michael Purcell, Mary Ellen Rosenberger, Stephen Joseph Barrett, James Scott Gilland, Samuel A. Smith, Timothy S. Young, Warren Phillip Bullock
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Patent number: 7291263Abstract: A separation element is provided for use in a chromatographic analysis system for the separation of a mixture using a stationary phase and a mobile phase. The separation element comprises a fluid transmissive fiber rod comprising a plurality of fibers entangled to provide a tortuous path through which a mobile phase may flow as part of a separation process. The plurality of fibers provides a stationary phase for the separation process.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2004Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Assignee: Filtrona Richmond, Inc.Inventors: Bennett Clayton Ward, Samila Mihindukulasuriya, David Bradley Harris, Joseph Barrett Payne
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Publication number: 20060136590Abstract: A number and/or frequency of electronic data communications received from a sender or group of senders during a period of time may be monitored (e.g., counted). When more than a threshold number of electronic communications are communicated by the sender during the period of time, an ability of the sender to communicate messages may be affected.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2006Publication date: June 22, 2006Inventors: Joseph Barrett, Mark Muehl, Todd Palino
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Publication number: 20060056975Abstract: A method facilitates assembling a rotor assembly for gas turbine engine. The method comprises providing a first rotor blade that includes an airfoil, a platform, a shank and a dovetail, coupling the first rotor blade to a rotor shaft using the dovetail, and coupling a second rotor blade to the rotor shaft such that a shank cavity is defined between the first and second blades. The method also comprises inserting a seal pin into the horizontal platform seal pin slot such that a gap defined between the first and second rotor blade platforms are substantially sealed wherein the seal pin includes a first end, a second end and a substantially cylindrical body extending therebetween and sized to frictionally engage the slot, wherein at least one of the first and second ends has a cross-sectional area that is smaller than a cross-sectional area of the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2004Publication date: March 16, 2006Inventors: Mark Honkomp, Joseph Barrett
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Publication number: 20060004325Abstract: Multi-lumen catheters with improved tip configurations, including a triple-lumen catheter which may be useful for apheresis. In one variation, the catheter has three lumens with distal openings angularly spaced apart and staggered axially with respect to one another. In another variation, the catheter has two lumens exiting distally and one centrally positioned lumen exiting proximally. A third variation is a catheter with a single distal opening and two proximal openings. The staggered lumen openings along the axial length of the catheter may decrease recirculation while maximizing flow rates.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2004Publication date: January 5, 2006Inventors: Bret Hamatake, Jason Stats, Amir Orome, Joseph Barrett, Dallen Herzog
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Publication number: 20050120247Abstract: A user-configurable firewall and method in which a user-changeable security setting for a client computer is maintained by an access server through which a user accesses the public network. The user-changeable security setting can be used to specify which outside computers or network devices may access the client computer and what type of access to the client computer is allowed. If an attempt to access the client computer is made, the user-configurable security setting is checked to determine if the attempted access is allowed by the current security setting. If the attempted access is allowed by the current security setting, access is allowed to the client computer; otherwise, access is not allowed. If the user changes the user-configurable security setting, the changes to the user-configurable security setting are provided to the access server.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2004Publication date: June 2, 2005Inventor: Joseph Barrett
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Patent number: D997918Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: TEAM IP HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: Daniel Allen, Joseph Barrett, Darin Hale, Tal Kocen