Patents by Inventor Michael Palermo
Michael Palermo 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: 11990055Abstract: A surgical training device is provided. The training device includes a practice model comprising a base with a plurality of eyelets connected to the outer surface of the base. The plurality of eyelets defines at least one predetermined pathway for practicing the passing of at least one needle and suture through the eyelets of the predetermined pathway. Various eyelets are described including angled, flexible, deflectable, interchangeable, retractable, rotatable and ones having apertures of various shapes and sizes. The predetermined pathway is marked with markings on the outer surface of base or with color-coded eyelets. Suture pathways define anatomical pathways as well as differing skill levels. The model provides a platform for practicing hand-to-hand transfer and depth perception among other skills required in laparoscopic procedures.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2018Date of Patent: May 21, 2024Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Tracy Breslin, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Adam Hoke
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Publication number: 20240151031Abstract: A composite element for use as an insulating and/or construction means, where at least one layer is configured in the form of a foam layer, and where the foam layer comprises a foam material comprising a natural, renewable raw material; methods of using composite elements for thermal and/or acoustic insulation, including of buildings and/or roofs, and in the installation of heating and/or utility systems, including in floors and/or walls of buildings; an in-situ foam as well as a particulate foam material in loose filling for use as an insulating means; and an installation panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2022Publication date: May 9, 2024Applicant: Ewald Dörken AGInventors: Henning Sand, Michael Wolf, Uwe Kaiser, Filippo Palermo, Timo Pleuser
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Patent number: 11668357Abstract: A brake for preventing rotation of a segment of a transmission line used for actuation of control surfaces of an aircraft, including a retaining arm configured for connection to a fixed element of the aircraft, a clamp and a connection member. The clamp includes a first clamp portion having a first engagement surface and a second clamp portion having a second engagement surface facing the first engagement surface. The clamp portions are movable with respect to each other so as to vary a distance between the engagement surfaces. The clamp portions are configured to apply a pressure toward each other with the transmission line segment being received between the engagement surfaces. The connection member interconnects the clamp and the retaining arm, and is selectively configurable between an unlocked configuration allowing relative movement between the clamp and the retaining arm and a locked configuration preventing the relative movement.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2018Date of Patent: June 6, 2023Assignee: AIRBUS CANADA MANAGING GP INC.Inventors: Michael Palermo, Pier Alexandre Guimond
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Patent number: 11514819Abstract: A surgical training model that includes a simulated tissue having a tubular shape that is connected to a tissue holder is provided. A portion of the simulated tissue overhangs the distal end of the tissue holder to simulate a cuff-like entry to the vaginal vault or resected intestine suitable for practicing laparoscopic closure of the vaginal vault, intestine or other organ via suturing or stapling. Two concentric tubular structures are also arranged over the same tissue holder. A second model includes two portions of simulated tissue that are held by two holders such that the simulated tissues are adjacent making the model suitable for practicing different types of anastomosis procedures. A third model includes two holders with a single or double tubular simulated tissue structure connected to and spanning a gap between the holders. The model isolates the step of closing a cylindrical opening for the purpose of repeated practice.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2020Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Tracy Breslin, Charles C. Hart, Serene Wachli, Adam Hoke, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Lee Cohen, Jacqueline DeMarchi, Amy Garces
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Patent number: 11228470Abstract: A continuous time linear equalization (CTLE) circuit is disclosed. The CTLE circuit includes a passive CTLE circuit and an active CTLE circuit. The active CTLE circuit includes a differential transistor pair and the output of the passive CTLE is configured to drive gates or bases of the differential transistor pair.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2020Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Assignee: NXP B.V.Inventors: Siamak Delshadpour, Xu Zhang, Tong Liu, Samuel Michael Palermo
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Patent number: 11206160Abstract: A high bandwidth continuous time linear equalization (HBCTLE) circuit is disclosed. The HBCTLE circuit includes a continuous time linear equalization (CTLE) circuit and a gain circuit coupled with an output of the CTLE circuit. A feedback circuit is coupled between the output of the CTLE circuit and an output of the gain circuit.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2020Date of Patent: December 21, 2021Assignee: NXP B.V.Inventors: Siamak Delshadpour, Tong Liu, Samuel Michael Palermo
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Publication number: 20210359884Abstract: A continuous time linear equalization (CTLE) circuit is disclosed. The CTLE circuit includes a passive CTLE circuit and an active CTLE circuit. The active CTLE circuit includes a differential transistor pair and the output of the passive CTLE is configured to drive gates or bases of the differential transistor pair.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2020Publication date: November 18, 2021Inventors: Siamak Delshadpour, Xu Zhang, Tong Liu, Samuel Michael Palermo
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Publication number: 20210359883Abstract: A high bandwidth continuous time linear equalization (HBCTLE) circuit is disclosed. The HBCTLE circuit includes a continuous time linear equalization (CTLE) circuit and a gain circuit coupled with an output of the CTLE circuit. A feedback circuit is coupled between the output of the CTLE circuit and an output of the gain circuit.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2020Publication date: November 18, 2021Inventors: Siamak Delshadpour, Tong Liu, Samuel Michael Palermo
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Publication number: 20210190154Abstract: A brake for preventing rotation of a segment of a transmission line used for actuation of control surfaces of an aircraft, including a retaining arm configured for connection to a fixed element of the aircraft, a clamp and a connection member. The clamp includes a first clamp portion having a first engagement surface and a second clamp portion having a second engagement surface facing the first engagement surface. The clamp portions are movable with respect to each other so as to vary a distance between the engagement surfaces. The clamp portions are configured to apply a pressure toward each other with the transmission line segment being received between the engagement surfaces. The connection member interconnects the clamp and the retaining arm, and is selectively configurable between an unlocked configuration allowing relative movement between the clamp and the retaining arm and a locked configuration preventing the relative movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2018Publication date: June 24, 2021Inventors: Michael PALERMO, Pier Alexandre GUIMOND
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Publication number: 20210104177Abstract: A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Inventors: Boun Pravong, Kennii Pravongviengkham, Lee Cohen, Charles C. Hart, Vivek Sikri, Zoran Falkenstein, Richard W. Conklin, Eduardo Bolanos, Adam Hoke, Jacob J. Filek, Michael Palermo
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Patent number: 10854112Abstract: A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2016Date of Patent: December 1, 2020Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Boun Pravong, Kennii Pravongviengkham, Lee Cohen, Charles C. Hart, Vivek Sikri, Zoran Falkenstein, Richard W. Conklin, Eduardo Bolanos, Adam Hoke, Jacob J. Filek, Michael Palermo
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Publication number: 20200152086Abstract: A surgical training model that includes a simulated tissue having a tubular shape that is connected to a tissue holder is provided. A portion of the simulated tissue overhangs the distal end of the tissue holder to simulate a cuff-like entry to the vaginal vault or resected intestine suitable for practicing laparoscopic closure of the vaginal vault, intestine or other organ via suturing or stapling. Two concentric tubular structures are also arranged over the same tissue holder. A second model includes two portions of simulated tissue that are held by two holders such that the simulated tissues are adjacent making the model suitable for practicing different types of anastomosis procedures. A third model includes two holders with a single or double tubular simulated tissue structure connected to and spanning a gap between the holders. The model isolates the step of closing a cylindrical opening for the purpose of repeated practice.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Tracy Breslin, Charles C. Hart, Serene Wachli, Adam Hoke, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Lee Cohen, Jacqueline DeMarchi, Amy Garces
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Patent number: 10535281Abstract: A surgical training model that includes a simulated tissue having a tubular shape that is connected to a tissue holder is provided. A portion of the simulated tissue overhangs the distal end of the tissue holder to simulate a cuff-like entry to the vaginal vault or resected intestine suitable for practicing laparoscopic closure of the vaginal vault, intestine or other organ via suturing or stapling. Two concentric tubular structures are also arranged over the same tissue holder. A second model includes two portions of simulated tissue that are held by two holders such that the simulated tissues are adjacent making the model suitable for practicing different types of anastomosis procedures. A third model includes two holders with a single or double tubular simulated tissue structure connected to and spanning a gap between the holders. The model isolates the step of closing a cylindrical opening for the purpose of repeated practice.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2013Date of Patent: January 14, 2020Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Tracy Breslin, Charles C. Hart, Serene Wachli, Adam Hoke, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Lee Cohen, Jacqueline DeMarchi, Amy Garces
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Publication number: 20190035308Abstract: A surgical training device is provided. The training device includes a practice model comprising a base with a plurality of eyelets connected to the outer surface of the base. The plurality of eyelets defines at least one predetermined pathway for practicing the passing of at least one needle and suture through the eyelets of the predetermined pathway. Various eyelets are described including angled, flexible, deflectable, interchangeable, retractable, rotatable and ones having apertures of various shapes and sizes. The predetermined pathway is marked with markings on the outer surface of base or with color-coded eyelets. Suture pathways define anatomical pathways as well as differing skill levels. The model provides a platform for practicing hand-to-hand transfer and depth perception among other skills required in laparoscopic procedures.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2018Publication date: January 31, 2019Inventors: Tracy Breslin, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Adam Hoke
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Patent number: 10121391Abstract: A surgical training device is provided. The training device includes a practice model comprising a base with a plurality of eyelets connected to the outer surface of the base. The plurality of eyelets defines at least one predetermined pathway for practicing the passing of at least one needle and suture through the eyelets of the predetermined pathway. Various eyelets are described including angled, flexible, deflectable, interchangeable, retractable, rotatable and ones having apertures of various shapes and sizes. The predetermined pathway is marked with markings on the outer surface of base or with color-coded eyelets. Suture pathways define anatomical pathways as well as differing skill levels. The model provides a platform for practicing hand-to-hand transfer and depth perception among other skills required in laparoscopic procedures.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2013Date of Patent: November 6, 2018Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Tracy Breslin, Nikolai Poulsen, Michael Palermo, Adam Hoke
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Patent number: 9959786Abstract: A surgical training device includes a model comprising a simulated tissue portion mounted in selectable tension onto a plurality of posts connected to a base. Each post includes at least one notch configured for retaining the simulated tissue portion. Mounting the simulated tissue portion that is in the form of a sheet in notches of different heights creates an angled installation of simulated tissue upon which surgical techniques such as cutting and suturing can be practiced in a simulated laparoscopic environment. More than one sheet can be mounted and each sheet can be mounted with selectable tension by pulling the sheet more or less as desired onto the posts. One variation includes a simulated tumor disposed between sheets, angled or wobbly posts and textured and imprinted simulated tissue surfaces to provide various levels of dynamism and difficulty for surgical skills training in a laparoscopic environment.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2013Date of Patent: May 1, 2018Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Tracy Breslin, Katie Black, Nikolai Poulsen, Serene Wachli, Adam Hoke, Michael Palermo, Amy Garces, Jacqueline DeMarchi
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Publication number: 20170004738Abstract: A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2016Publication date: January 5, 2017Inventors: Boun Pravong, Kennii Pravongviengkham, Lee Cohen, Charles C. Hart, Vivek Sikri, Zoran Falkenstein, Richard W. Conklin, Eduardo Bolanos, Adam Hoke, Jacob J. Filek, Michael Palermo
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Patent number: 9472121Abstract: A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2014Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Boun Pravong, Kennii Pravongviengkham, Lee Cohen, Charles C. Hart, Vivek Sikri, Zoran Falkenstein, Richard W Conklin, Eduardo Bolanos, Adam Hoke, Jacob J. Filek, Michael Palermo
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Patent number: 9108017Abstract: A method for manufacturing a kink-resistant tube having drainage holes is provided. A wire is coated with plastic material and wound around a mandrel forming a plurality of windings. The wound coated wire is heated until the plastic coating material melts and bonds the wire windings to form a wire-reinforced sheath having wire-containing sections and non-wire containing sections. Alternatively, a coated or non-coated wire is wound around a mandrel together with separate polymer filament material and then heated. A filament having an elongated cross-section may be employed with the major axis of the elongated cross-section substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the sheath. At least one non-wire containing section is identified by passing light through at least one wall of the wire-reinforced sheath. Image capture and analysis via an optical system and microprocessor automatically identify regions to target a drill for forming holes in the non-wire containing sections.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2012Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Assignee: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Edward D. Pingleton, Ghassan Sakakine, Boun Pravong, Michael Palermo, Nathalie Raad
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Publication number: 20140242564Abstract: A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2014Publication date: August 28, 2014Applicant: Applied Medical Resources CorporationInventors: Boun Pravong, Kennii Pravongviengkham, Lee Cohen, Charles C. Hart, Vivek Sikri, Zoran Falkenstein, Eduardo Bolanos, Adam Hoke, Jacob J. Filek, Michael Palermo