Patents by Inventor Nicholas S. Howard

Nicholas S. Howard 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).

  • Knee Brace
    Patent number: 8968227
    Abstract: Disclosed and claimed herein is an improved leg brace having a thigh frame, a shank frame, a knee assembly rotatably coupling the thigh frame to the shank frame, and a shoe component attached to the shank frame; the knee assembly having a spring, clutch, means for engaging the clutch; and programmable means for engaging the clutch at a selected angle between the thigh frame and shank frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Adicep Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: John A. Rokosz, Philip P. Carvey, Nicholas S. Howard, Andrew W. Carvey, Matthew R. Carvey
  • Non-linear torsion spring assembly
    Patent number: 8777195
    Abstract: Disclosed and claimed herein are spiral torsion springs, non-linear torsion springs, and non-linear torsion spring assemblies. These devices are useful in damping applications, orthotic joint applications and servo control applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: Adicep Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew R Carvey, Andrew W Carvey, Philip P Carvey, John A Rokosz, Nicholas S Howard
  • Knee Brace
    Publication number: 20130190669
    Abstract: Disclosed and claimed herein is an improved leg brace having a thigh frame, a shank frame, a knee assembly rotatably coupling the thigh frame to the shank frame, and a shoe component attached to the shank frame; the knee assembly having a spring, clutch, means for engaging the clutch; and programmable means for engaging the clutch at a selected angle between the thigh frame and shank frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Publication date: July 25, 2013
    Inventors: John A. Rokosz, Philip P. Carvey, Nicholas S. Howard, Andrew W. Carvey, Mathew Carvey
  • NON-LINEAR TORSION SPRING ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20130075966
    Abstract: Disclosed and claimed herein are spiral torsion springs, non-linear torsion springs, and non-linear torsion spring assemblies. These devices are useful in damping applications, orthotic joint applications and servo control applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: ADICEP TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Matthew R. Carvey, Andrew W. Carvey, Philip P. Carvey, John A. Rokosz, Nicholas S. Howard
  • Metabolically efficient leg brace
    Patent number: 7393335
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to walking/running braces and to devices for enhancing locomotion, specifically human bipedal locomotion. More particularly, it relates to a controlled mechanical device which provides support of the torso via the hip sockets, reduces the metabolic energy associated with walking/running and reduces the incidence of falls caused by insufficient leg thrust. Embodiments of the invention also relates to reducing the strain and metabolic energy consumption associated with walking/running with a heavy backpack or other significant carried load.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2008
    Inventors: Matthew R. Carvey, Andrew W. Carvey, Philip P. Carvey, Nicholas S. Howard