Patents by Inventor Michael C. Green
Michael C. Green 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: 20240146781Abstract: A method for collaboration using digital notes. A facilitator starts a session during a video conferencing with participants and can share a screen with the participants. The screen displays a code, a session ID, and a link. Participants join the session by scanning the code with a camera, entering the session ID, or accessing the link. During the session, the participants can create digital notes or scan physical notes to have them converted to digital notes. The facilitator then receives the digital notes sent from the participants during the session and moves the digital notes to a group on the facilitator's screen. Since the facilitator's screen is shared with the participants, any participant can view the digital notes in the group from all of the participants for collaboration as controlled by the facilitator.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2022Publication date: May 2, 2024Inventors: Lisa M. Miller, Scott R. Fairbairn, Heather M. Green, Willem V. Bastiaens, Joseph C. Wintheiser, Pontus Axelsson, Michael Rotstein, Emre B. Ergenekon, Nicklas A. Ansman Giertz, Marina Visintini
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Patent number: 10109450Abstract: A cathode head can include: an insulating member on a base; an electron emitter with a planar emitter surface formed by a plurality of elongate rungs connected together through a plurality of turns from a first emitter end to a second emitter end so as to form a serpentine emitter pattern; a plurality of elongate legs extending from the plurality of turns at an angle relative to the planar emitter surface, each of the legs being coupled with the insulating member; an elongate first lead leg at the first emitter end and an elongate second lead leg at the second emitter end; a first electrical lead and a second electrical lead extending from the base; and a first electrical coupler coupling the first electrical lead to the first lead leg and a second electrical coupler coupling the second electrical lead to the second lead leg.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2016Date of Patent: October 23, 2018Assignee: VAREX IMAGING CORPORATIONInventors: Gary F. Virshup, James R. Boye, Michael C. Green, David H. Humber
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Patent number: 10022565Abstract: A method of delivering external radiation beams to a target volume in a body portion includes positioning a radioactive isotope source at a plurality of locations spaced apart around the body portion, and collimating radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source from the plurality of locations, whereby the target volume in the body portion is deposited with a predetermined dose distribution. A radiation device employs a member having a configuration adapted to surround a body portion to be irradiated. The member has a channel and a plurality of collimators spaced apart along and coupled to the channel. The plurality of collimators define a plurality of dwelling locations for a radioactive isotope source in the channel and are configured to collimate radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2016Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Stavros Prionas, Michael C. Green, Edward Seppi, Larry D. Partain, James Clayton, Stanley Mansfield, John Boone
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Publication number: 20170271116Abstract: A cathode head can include: an insulating member on a base; an electron emitter with a planar emitter surface formed by a plurality of elongate rungs connected together through a plurality of turns from a first emitter end to a second emitter end so as to form a serpentine emitter pattern; a plurality of elongate legs extending from the plurality of turns at an angle relative to the planar emitter surface, each of the legs being coupled with the insulating member; an elongate first lead leg at the first emitter end and an elongate second lead leg at the second emitter end; a first electrical lead and a second electrical lead extending from the base; and a first electrical coupler coupling the first electrical lead to the first lead leg and a second electrical coupler coupling the second electrical lead to the second lead leg.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2016Publication date: September 21, 2017Inventors: Gary F. Virshup, James R. Boye, Michael C. Green, David H. Humber
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Publication number: 20160317839Abstract: A method of delivering external radiation beams to a target volume in a body portion includes positioning a radioactive isotope source at a plurality of locations spaced apart around the body portion, and collimating radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source from the plurality of locations, whereby the target volume in the body portion is deposited with a predetermined dose distribution. A radiation device employs a member having a configuration adapted to surround a body portion to be irradiated. The member has a channel and a plurality of collimators spaced apart along and coupled to the channel. The plurality of collimators define a plurality of dwelling locations for a radioactive isotope source in the channel and are configured to collimate radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2016Publication date: November 3, 2016Inventors: Stavros Prionas, Michael C. Green, Edward Seppi, Larry D. Partain, James Clayton, Stanley Mansfield, John Boone
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Patent number: 9472371Abstract: Embodiments include an X-ray cathode filament, filament system, process to manufacture the filament and process to use the filament, where the filament includes a planar substrate, such as of tungsten, having a top surface coated with a coating of carburized tungsten (e.g., W2C) and thoria (ThO2). A first electron beam is emitted from the coating through a thermionic effect at a first temperature, such as when the filament is heated to between 1700 and 1900 degrees Celsius by running an electrical current through the filament. At this temperature, a second electron beam may be caused by (1) a reaction that includes creating thorium (Th) in the coating, and (2) the thorium diffusing to uncoated surfaces of the substrate from which the second electron beam is emitted. The filament may also have slots forming a zipper shape, forming a square switchback shape, or forming a rectangular labyrinth shape to reduce the current required to heat the filament.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2014Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Gary F. Virshup, Stephen G. Bandy, Michael C. Green, Clifford K. Nishimoto, James R. Boye
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Patent number: 9426059Abstract: The present disclosure includes a method of utilizing protect paths, the method includes receiving a first message regarding a first failure in a first working path and receiving a second message regarding a second failure in a second working path. The method also includes matching a pattern comprising received messages regarding working path failures to a stored group comprising a plurality of connection identifications (IDs) that share identical protection paths and share a resource trail, the group being associated with a group identification (ID). The method additionally includes transmitting a third message to provision the identical protect paths for the group associated with the group identification. The present disclosure may also include associated systems and apparatus. The present disclosure may further include methods, systems, and apparatuses associated with provisioning groups utilized in methods of the present disclosure.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2013Date of Patent: August 23, 2016Assignee: Fujitsu LimitedInventor: Michael C. Green
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Patent number: 9387342Abstract: A method of delivering external radiation beams to a target volume in a body portion includes positioning a radioactive isotope source at a plurality of locations spaced apart around the body portion, and collimating radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source from the plurality of locations, whereby the target volume in the body portion is deposited with a predetermined dose distribution. A radiation device employs a member having a configuration adapted to surround a body portion to be irradiated. The member has a channel and a plurality of collimators spaced apart along and coupled to the channel. The plurality of collimators define a plurality of dwelling locations for a radioactive isotope source in the channel and are configured to collimate radiation beams of the radioactive isotope source.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2008Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Stavros Prionas, Michael C. Green, Edward Seppi, Larry D. Partain, James Clayton, Stanley Mansfield, John Boone
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Publication number: 20160093462Abstract: Embodiments include an X-ray cathode filament, filament system, process to manufacture the filament and process to use the filament, where the filament includes a planar substrate, such as of tungsten, having a top surface coated with a coating of carburized tungsten (e.g., W2C) and thoria (ThO2). A first electron beam is emitted from the coating through a thermionic effect at a first temperature, such as when the filament is heated to between 1700 and 1900 degrees Celsius by running an electrical current through the filament. At this temperature, a second electron beam may be caused by (1) a reaction that includes creating thorium (Th) in the coating, and (2) the thorium diffusing to uncoated surfaces of the substrate from which the second electron beam is emitted. The filament may also have slots forming a zipper shape, forming a square switchback shape, or forming a rectangular labyrinth shape to reduce the current required to heat the filament.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2014Publication date: March 31, 2016Inventors: Gary F. Virshup, Stephen G. Bandy, Michael C. Green, Clifford K. Nishimoto, James R. Boye
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Publication number: 20140362684Abstract: The present disclosure includes a method of utilizing protect paths, the method includes receiving a first message regarding a first failure in a first working path and receiving a second message regarding a second failure in a second working path. The method also includes matching a pattern comprising received messages regarding working path failures to a stored group comprising a plurality of connection identifications (IDs) that share identical protection paths and share a resource trail, the group being associated with a group identification (ID). The method additionally includes transmitting a third message to provision the identical protect paths for the group associated with the group identification. The present disclosure may also include associated systems and apparatus. The present disclosure may further include methods, systems, and apparatuses associated with provisioning groups utilized in methods of the present disclosure.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2013Publication date: December 11, 2014Inventor: Michael C. Green
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Patent number: 8472583Abstract: In one example, a scanning system for examining contents of an object is disclosed comprising a frame encompassing, at least in part, a first interior region, a robotic arm movably supported by the frame, and a radiation source to generate a radiation beam to examine an object, the radiation source being pivotally coupled to the robotic arm. A detector is positioned and configured to encompass, at least in part, a second interior region within the first interior region, to detect radiation after interaction with the object. A conveying system moves the object, at least in part, through the second interior region. The frame and the robotic arm are configured to move the radiation source at least partially around the object to be examined and the robotic arm is configured to pivot the radiation source to aim the source toward the object.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2010Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Josh Star-Lack, Michael C. Green
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Patent number: 8350226Abstract: A radiation system employs magnetic field to move particle beams and radiation sources. The radiation system includes a source operable to produce a particle beam, a scanning magnet operable to scan the particle beam, and a target configured to be impinged by at least a portion of the scanned particle beam to produce radiation.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2009Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: George Zdasiuk, James Clayton, Josh Star-Lack, David Humber, Gary Virshup, Michael C. Green
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Publication number: 20120076257Abstract: In one example, a scanning system for examining contents of an object is disclosed comprising a frame encompassing, at least in part, a first interior region, a robotic arm movably supported by the frame, and a radiation source to generate a radiation beam to examine an object, the radiation source being pivotally coupled to the robotic arm. A detector is positioned and configured to encompass, at least in part, a second interior region within the first interior region, to detect radiation after interaction with the object. A conveying system moves the object, at least in part, through the second interior region. The frame and the robotic arm are configured to move the radiation source at least partially around the object to be examined and the robotic arm is configured to pivot the radiation source to aim the source toward the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2010Publication date: March 29, 2012Inventors: Josh Star-Lack, Michael C. Green
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Patent number: 7940891Abstract: A radiation apparatus includes a radiation source movable in translational and/or rotational degrees of freedom, and a structure adapted to support a body. The structure is provided with an opening to allow a portion of the body passing through to be exposed to at least a portion of the therapeutic radiation while in use.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2008Date of Patent: May 10, 2011Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Josh Star-Lack, David Humber, Karla Knott, Corey Zankowski, Michael C. Green, Gary Virshup, James Clayton, Michelle M. Svatos
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Patent number: 7831014Abstract: An apparatus for irradiating a breast of a patient includes a radiation source, a structure adapted to hold a breast of a patient in receiving a radiation from the radiation source, and a vacuum source. The structure includes a member having an interior generally conformal to a shape of the patient's breast when the breast is uncompressed or pendulous. The vacuum source is adapted to provide a negative pressure in the interior of the member, whereby in use of the apparatus with the patient in a supine position, the breast is held in the generally uncompressed shape.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2008Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventor: Michael C. Green
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Patent number: 7816651Abstract: An image acquisition apparatus includes a conversion layer for generating electrons in response to electromagnetic radiation photons, and a first semiconducting layer adjacent to the conversion layer for generating electron-hole pairs in response to electrons generated by the conversion layer.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2007Date of Patent: October 19, 2010Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventor: Michael C. Green
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Publication number: 20100102244Abstract: A radiation system employs magnetic field to move particle beams and radiation sources. The radiation system includes a source operable to produce a particle beam, a scanning magnet operable to scan the particle beam, and a target configured to be impinged by at least a portion of the scanned particle beam to produce radiation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2009Publication date: April 29, 2010Applicant: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: George Zdasiuk, James Clayton, Josh Star-Lack, David Humber, Gary Virshup, Michael C. Green
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Publication number: 20100098214Abstract: A radiation apparatus includes a radiation source movable in translational and/or rotational degrees of freedom, and a structure adapted to support a body. The structure is provided with an opening to allow a portion of the body passing through to be exposed to at least a portion of the therapeutic radiation while in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2008Publication date: April 22, 2010Applicant: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Josh Star-Lack, David Humber, Karla Knott, Corey Zankowski, Michael C. Green, Gary Virshup, James Clayton, Michelle M. Svatos
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Patent number: 7700923Abstract: An image acquisition device having a photoconductor, a substrate including a detector array and an interlayer between the photoconductor and the substrate is disclosed. The interlayer is formed of molecules having a first ligand selectively binding the substrate and a second ligand selectively binding the photoconductor.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2008Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Assignee: Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael C. Green, Robert M. Sutherland
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Publication number: 20100071997Abstract: A hunting stand is disclosed. The stand includes a base for mounting on a tree or post, platform connected to the base and an adjustable support arm connected to the base and the platform. The platform is configured to support a hunting animal, such as a dog, above a body of water or a ground surface. The hunting stand is quickly and easily adjustable such that it can be mounted on a section of a tree or post that is substantially non-vertical, has a substantially crooked center line and/or has a substantially non-uniform cross-sectional shape.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2009Publication date: March 25, 2010Inventor: Michael C. Green