Patents by Inventor Richard A. Bruchmann
Richard A. Bruchmann 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: 20120215296Abstract: This application discusses, among other things, a header assembly for coupling a medical electrical lead to a medical stimulating device including a header having a capture mechanism within a bore of a lead retention device. In an example, when the lead retention device is retracted from the bore, the capture mechanism prevents the device from falling out. In another example, the header assembly has a vent disposed within the bore of the lead retention device that permits unrestricted flow of air when the lead retention device is retracted from an engagement surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2012Publication date: August 23, 2012Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, Eric J. Wengreen, Michael R. Klardie, Jennifer J. Zhao, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kathleen P. Macke, John E. Lovins, Randy S. Roles
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Patent number: 8190260Abstract: This application discusses, among other things, a header assembly for coupling a medical electrical lead to a medical stimulating device including a header having a capture mechanism within a bore of a lead retention device. In an example, when the lead retention device is retracted from the bore, the capture mechanism prevents the device from falling out. In another example, the header assembly has a vent disposed within the bore of the lead retention device that permits unrestricted flow of air when the lead retention device is retracted from an engagement surface.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2009Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, Eric J. Wengreen, Michael R. Klardie, Jennifer J. Zhao, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kathleen P. Macke, John E. Lovins, Randy S. Roles
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Publication number: 20100249869Abstract: This application discusses, among other things, a header assembly for coupling a medical electrical lead to a medical stimulating device including a header having a capture mechanism within a bore of a lead retention device. In an example, when the lead retention device is retracted from the bore, the capture mechanism prevents the device from falling out. In another example, the header assembly has a vent disposed within the bore of the lead retention device that permits unrestricted flow of air when the lead retention device is retracted from an engagement surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2009Publication date: September 30, 2010Applicant: MEDTRONIC, INC.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, Eric J. Wengreen, Michael R. Klardie, Jennifer J. Zhao, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kathleen P. Macke, John E. Lovins, Randy S. Roles
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Publication number: 20100187206Abstract: A terminal platform comprising a first terminal block securable to a housing of the battery, a second terminal block configured to electrically connect to a terminal wire of the battery, and an insulating support electrically isolating the second terminal block from the first terminal block.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2010Publication date: July 29, 2010Inventors: Jennifer J. Zhao, Thomas Ceballos, James Strom, Richard A. Bruchmann, John E. Nicholson, Scott J. Robinson, Bernard F. Heller, JR.
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Patent number: 7713656Abstract: A terminal platform comprising a first terminal block securable to a housing of the battery, a second terminal block configured to electrically connect to a terminal wire of the battery, and an insulating support electrically isolating the second terminal block from the first terminal block.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2006Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Jennifer J. Zhao, Thomas Ceballos, James Strom, Richard A. Bruchmann, John E. Nicholson, Scott J. Robinson, Bernard F. Heller, Jr.
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Patent number: 7257445Abstract: Methods and apparatus for an implantable medical device having a connector module that is welded to a housing. The apparatus comprises an implantable medical device that includes a housing and a connector module. The connector module includes an embedded fastener bracket with one or more weld tabs that are welded to the housing.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2004Date of Patent: August 14, 2007Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Richard A. Bruchmann, Thomas Ceballos
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Publication number: 20070182364Abstract: A terminal platform comprising a first terminal block securable to a housing of the battery, a second terminal block configured to electrically connect to a terminal wire of the battery, and an insulating support electrically isolating the second terminal block from the first terminal block.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2006Publication date: August 9, 2007Inventors: Jennifer Zhao, Thomas Ceballos, James Strom, Richard Bruchmann, John Nicholson, Scott Robinson, Bernard Heller
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Publication number: 20060089680Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for an implantable medical device that has a connector module that is welded to a housing. The apparatus comprises an implantable medical device that includes a housing and a connector module. The connector module includes an embedded fastener bracket with one or more weld tabs that are welded to the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2004Publication date: April 27, 2006Inventors: Richard Bruchmann, Thomas Ceballos
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Patent number: 6792312Abstract: An improved system and method for interconnecting an electrical device to a connector is provided. A connector assembly includes at least one connector block. The connector block may be of a type adapted to mechanically and electrically couple to an electrical lead, although any other type of connector for forming an electrical contact may be employed. The connector assembly further includes at least one weld plate. A conductor such as a wire is routed between the connector block and the weld plate and electrically coupled to both structures. The connector assembly is adapted to be fastened to a device housed within an enclosure, such as an implantable medical device residing within a can. A conductor extending from circuitry within the housing may be electrically coupled to the weld plate to thereby form an electrical connection between the circuitry and the connector block.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2001Date of Patent: September 14, 2004Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Richard A. Bruchmann, George Patras, Edwin Rivera
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Publication number: 20040147974Abstract: In general, the invention is directed to an implantable medical device assembly having a more space-efficient housing and components, as well as processes for assembling the implantable medical device with reduced assembly cost and less complexity. The implantable medical device may incorporate a battery, capacitor, circuit assembly, feedthrough assembly, and interconnect assembly with respective electrical terminals. This configuration permits the use of automated electronic module assembly techniques such as parallel gap or ribbon bond welding to electrically connect the terminals. A feedthrough assembly may present a set of terminals adjacent a corresponding set of circuit terminals, also enabling the use of automated welding techniques.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2004Publication date: July 29, 2004Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: David B. Engmark, Thomas Ceballos, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kevin K. Tidemand, George Patras, Todd Schaefer, Robert L. Olson
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Patent number: 6721602Abstract: In general, the invention is directed to an implantable medical device assembly having a more space-efficient housing and components, as well as processes for assembling the implantable medical device with reduced assembly cost and less complexity. The implantable medical device may incorporate a battery, capacitor, circuit assembly, feedthrough assembly, and interconnect assembly with respective electrical terminals. This configuration permits the use of automated electronic module assembly techniques such as parallel gap or ribbon bond welding to electrically connect the terminals. A feedthrough assembly may present a set of terminals adjacent a corresponding set of circuit terminals, also enabling the use of automated welding techniques.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2001Date of Patent: April 13, 2004Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: David B. Engmark, Thomas Ceballos, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kevin K. Tidemand, George Patras, Todd Schaefer, Robert L. Olson
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Publication number: 20030045911Abstract: An improved system and method for interconnecting an electrical device to a connector is provided. A connector assembly includes at least one connector block. The connector block may be of a type adapted to mechanically and electrically couple to an electrical lead, although any other type of connector for forming an electrical contact may be employed. The connector assembly further includes at least one weld plate. A conductor such as a wire is routed between the connector block and the weld plate and electrically coupled to both structures. The connector assembly is adapted to be fastened to a device housed within an enclosure, such as an implantable medical device residing within a can. A conductor extending from circuitry within the housing may be electrically coupled to the weld plate to thereby form an electrical connection between the circuitry and the connector block.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2001Publication date: March 6, 2003Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Richard A. Bruchmann, George Patras, Edwin Rivera
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Publication number: 20030040779Abstract: In general, the invention is directed to an implantable medical device assembly having a more space-efficient housing and components, as well as processes for assembling the implantable medical device with reduced assembly cost and less complexity. The implantable medical device may incorporate a battery, capacitor, circuit assembly, feedthrough assembly, and interconnect assembly with respective electrical terminals. This configuration permits the use of automated electronic module assembly techniques such as parallel gap or ribbon bond welding to electrically connect the terminals. A feedthrough assembly may present a set of terminals adjacent a corresponding set of circuit terminals, also enabling the use of automated welding techniques.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2001Publication date: February 27, 2003Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: David B. Engmark, Thomas Ceballos, Richard A. Bruchmann, Kevin K. Tidemand, George Patras, Todd Schaefer, Robert L. Olson
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Patent number: 6445948Abstract: An implantable medical device comprising a housing, a capacitor, an electronics module and a substantially flat battery. The capacitor is disposed within the housing. The electronics module is electrically connected to the capacitor and similarly disposed within the housing. The electronics module generally defines opposing front and rear faces, and is positioned such that the rear face is adjacent a wall of the housing. Finally, the battery is electrically connected to the electronics module and is positioned over the electronics module such that the battery is adjacent the front face of the electronics module. With this configuration, an overall shape and size of the implantable medical device is optimized.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2000Date of Patent: September 3, 2002Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Sonja K. Somdahl, Andrew J. Ries, Richard A. Bruchmann, John D. Norton
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Patent number: 4897764Abstract: A metal heat spreading cup, hereinafter referred to as a "conductive cup module" ("CCM"), is utilized as part of the interface between at least one semiconductor being cooled and a pedestal, sometimes referred to as a "boss", coupled to a cooling medium. The semiconductor being cooled is, according to one embodiment of the invention, bonded to the underside of the cup. Furthermore, according to the invention, the pedestal is inserted into the cup and is bonded thereto by use of a deformable thermal conductive compound, (such as a thermal paste or grease) also inserted into and contained within the cup. The compound spreads upon being displaced by the inserted pedestal. The compound remains deformable during operation of the cooling system.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 1988Date of Patent: January 30, 1990Assignee: Control Data CorporationInventors: Richard A. Bruchmann, Richard B. Salmonson
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Patent number: 4734041Abstract: An electrical power connector for PC boards or bus bars having low insertion force and low voltage drop across the connector. The connector features a female receptacle having a double set of opposing rows of multipoint spring contacts mating with a two-tiered male plug. The spring contacts make electrical contact to the tiers of the male plug.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 1987Date of Patent: March 29, 1988Assignee: Control Data CorporationInventors: Richard A. Bruchmann, Michael D. Halvorsen