Patents by Inventor Richard North
Richard North 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: 11851276Abstract: Systems, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets are disclosed for fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. The disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2023Date of Patent: December 26, 2023Assignee: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture Lindbo, Andrew John Ingram-Tedd, Stuart Richard North, Robert Rolf Stadie
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Publication number: 20230271778Abstract: Systems, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets are disclosed for fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. The disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2023Publication date: August 31, 2023Inventors: Lars Sverker Ture LINDBO, Andrew John INGRAM-TEDD, Stuart Richard NORTH, Robert Rolf STADIE
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Patent number: 11453552Abstract: Systems, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets are disclosed for fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. The disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2020Date of Patent: September 27, 2022Assignee: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture Lindbo, Andrew John Ingram-Tedd, Stuart Richard North, Robert Rolf Stadie
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Publication number: 20200223629Abstract: Systems, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets are disclosed for fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. The disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2020Publication date: July 16, 2020Applicant: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture LINDBO, Andrew John INGRAM-TEDD, Stuart Richard NORTH
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Patent number: 10556742Abstract: Systems 1000, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets for the fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. In particular, the disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2017Date of Patent: February 11, 2020Assignee: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture Lindbo, Andrew John Ingram-Tedd, Stuart Richard North
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Patent number: 10188857Abstract: In some examples, a lead identification system includes a first set of first lead indicators and a second set of second lead indicators. Each of the first lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a first therapy delivery element, a first epidural needle, or a first connector to uniquely identify at least one of the first therapy delivery element, the first epidural needle, or the first connector during implantation of the first therapy delivery element in the patient. Each of the second lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a second therapy delivery element, a second epidural needle, or a second connector to uniquely identify at least one of the second therapy delivery element, the second epidural needle, or the second connector during implantation of the second therapy delivery element in the patient.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2016Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Nuvectra CorporationInventors: Richard North, Scott F. Drees, John M. Swoyer, Lawrence Kane, Jesse Geroy, Shahn S. Sage, Elliot W. Bridgeman, James Finley
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Publication number: 20180043528Abstract: Systems 1000, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets for the fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. In particular, the disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2017Publication date: February 15, 2018Applicant: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture LINDBO, Andrew John INGRAM-TEDD, Stuart Richard NORTH
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Patent number: 9796080Abstract: Systems 1000, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets for the fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. In particular, the disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2014Date of Patent: October 24, 2017Assignee: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture Lindbo, Andrew John Ingram-Tedd, Stuart Richard North
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Patent number: 9517333Abstract: In some examples, a lead identification system includes a first set of first lead indicators and a second set of second lead indicators. Each of the first lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a first therapy delivery element, a first epidural needle, or a first connector to uniquely identify at least one of the first therapy delivery element, the first epidural needle, or the first connector during implantation of the first therapy delivery element in the patient. Each of the second lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a second therapy delivery element, a second epidural needle, or a second connector to uniquely identify at least one of the second therapy delivery element, the second epidural needle, or the second connector during implantation of the second therapy delivery element in the patient.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2013Date of Patent: December 13, 2016Assignee: Nuvectra CorporationInventors: Richard North, Scott Drees, John M. Swoyer, Lawrence Kane, Jesse Geroy, Shahn Sage, Elliot Bridgeman, James Finley
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Publication number: 20160287864Abstract: In some examples, a lead identification system includes a first set of first lead indicators and a second set of second lead indicators. Each of the first lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a first therapy delivery element, a first epidural needle, or a first connector to uniquely identify at least one of the first therapy delivery element, the first epidural needle, or the first connector during implantation of the first therapy delivery element in the patient. Each of the second lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a second therapy delivery element, a second epidural needle, or a second connector to uniquely identify at least one of the second therapy delivery element, the second epidural needle, or the second connector during implantation of the second therapy delivery element in the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2016Publication date: October 6, 2016Inventors: Richard North, Scott F. Drees, John M. Swoyer, Lawrence Kane, Jesse Geroy, Shahn S. Sage, Elliot W. Bridgeman, James Finley
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Publication number: 20160129587Abstract: Systems 1000, methods, and machine-executable coded instruction sets for the fully- and/or partly automated handling of goods. In particular, the disclosure provides improvements in the storage and retrieval of storage and delivery containers in order processing systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2014Publication date: May 12, 2016Applicant: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Lars Sverker Ture LINDBO, Andrew John INGRAM-TEDD, Stuart Richard NORTH
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Publication number: 20140350655Abstract: In some examples, a lead identification system includes a first set of first lead indicators and a second set of second lead indicators. Each of the first lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a first therapy delivery element, a first epidural needle, or a first connector to uniquely identify at least one of the first therapy delivery element, the first epidural needle, or the first connector during implantation of the first therapy delivery element in the patient. Each of the second lead indicators is configured to removably attach to at least one of a second therapy delivery element, a second epidural needle, or a second connector to uniquely identify at least one of the second therapy delivery element, the second epidural needle, or the second connector during implantation of the second therapy delivery element in the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2013Publication date: November 27, 2014Applicant: Greatbatch Ltd.Inventors: Richard North, Scott Drees, John M. Swoyer, Lawrence Kane, Jesse Geroy, Shahn Sage, Elliot Bridgeman, James Finley
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Patent number: 8473074Abstract: A lead identification system for tracking a plurality of neurostimulation leads during implantation in a patient, and a method of using the same. The lead identification system includes a plurality of lead indicators each adapted to attach to one of a plurality of epidural needles to identify the leads. At least one clip adapted to releasably attach to proximal ends of the leads is provided with corresponding lead indicators. The trial cable for conducting trial stimulation includes connectors with corresponding lead indicators. A plurality of lead indicator stylets are provided for insertion into lumens at the proximal ends of the leads. The pulse generator also has connectors with corresponding lead indicators. The various lead indicators permit a surgeon to track a particular lead to the corresponding connectors on the pulse generator.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2011Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Greatbatch Ltd.Inventors: Richard North, Scott Drees, John Swoyer, Lawrence Kane, Jesse Geroy, Shahn Sage, Elliot Bridgeman, James Finley, Terry Daglow
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Publication number: 20130053927Abstract: A lead identification system for tracking a plurality of neurostimulation leads during implantation in a patient, and a method of using the same. The lead identification system includes a plurality of lead indicators each adapted to attach to one of a plurality of epidural needles to identify the leads. At least one clip adapted to releasably attach to proximal ends of the leads is provided with corresponding lead indicators. The trial cable for conducting trial stimulation includes connectors with corresponding lead indicators. A plurality of lead indicator stylets are provided for insertion into lumens at the proximal ends of the leads. The pulse generator also has connectors with corresponding lead indicators. The various lead indicators permit a surgeon to track a particular lead to the corresponding connectors on the pulse generator.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2011Publication date: February 28, 2013Inventors: RICHARD NORTH, SCOTT DREES, JOHN SWOYER, LAWRENCE KANE, JESSE GEROY, SHAHN SAGE, ELLIOT W. BRIDGEMAN, JAMES FINLEY, Terry Daglow
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Publication number: 20100171423Abstract: An output window for a vacuum electron device comprises an output waveguide, an intermediate layer of dielectric material joined to the interior of the output waveguide with a vacuum-tight seal, and upper and lower layers of dielectric material spaced apart from the intermediate layer and arranged above and below, respectively, the intermediate layer in a vertical orientation of the output waveguide. The upper and lower layers including openings. Supports extend inwardly into the output waveguide and support the upper and lower layers. Pillars extend through the openings in the lower layer and support the intermediate layer. The openings in the upper and lower layers permit a venting of a region between the upper layer and the intermediate layer and a region between the lower layer and the intermediate layer during the sealing of the intermediate layer while the intermediate layer is supported by the pillars.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2009Publication date: July 8, 2010Applicant: E2V Technologies (UK) LimitedInventors: Michael J. Duffield, Richard North
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Publication number: 20070265678Abstract: A user, such as a clinician or the patient, uses a control device to manipulate at least one neurostimulation parameter. A mapping system uses a calibrated map to map the directional output of the control device to values of at least one stimulation parameter to allow the user to intuitively control the value of the parameter. In some embodiments, where a stimulation device is used to deliver spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy for example, the user manipulates a parameter to effect the location and/or strength of paresthesia experienced by the patient. In exemplary embodiments, the parameter values are combinations of electrodes, and the mapping system selects electrode combinations based on the output of the control device such that a direction of movement of paresthesia experienced by the patient corresponds to a direction of manipulation of a directional controller of the control device. The mapping system may calibrate the map based on patient paresthesia information received from a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2007Publication date: November 15, 2007Inventors: Jeffrey Sieracki, Richard North
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Publication number: 20070123956Abstract: A distributed system comprises a programming device and a remotely located server. During a programming session, the programming device transmits programs and rating information associated with the programs to the server. The server presents the rating information to a clinician to assist the clinician in selecting from among programs tested during the programming session. The programming device may also transmit patient information and device configuration information to the server for storage with selected programs and rating information within a database as part of a patient record. Programs and information received from a plurality of programming devices and for a plurality of patients may be stored in the database and analyzed by the server to provide responses to user queries made by clinicians via programming devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2007Publication date: May 31, 2007Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Sieracki, Kim Fowler, Richard North
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Publication number: 20070060991Abstract: In one embodiment, a paddle lead comprises: a plurality of stimulating electrode contacts disposed, the plurality of stimulation electrode contacts being adapted to allow the stimulation paddle to flex transversely about a longitudinal axis; wherein the plurality of stimulation electrode contacts are arranged in at least first, second, and third rows that are disposed perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the paddle; the first and third rows respectively having multiple electrode contacts electrically coupled to different conductors of the lead to enable the multiple electrode contacts of the first and third rows to function in independent cathode states, anode states, or high-impedance states; the second row being disposed between the first and third rows, the second row having multiple electrode contacts each electrically coupled to a common conductor to cause the multiple electrode contacts of the second row to function in a common cathode state, anode state, or high-impedance state.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2006Publication date: March 15, 2007Inventors: Richard North, Terry Daglow, Stephen Goldman
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Publication number: 20050177206Abstract: A programming device used to program an implantable neurostimulator (INS) presents battery longevity information to a user to assist the user in selecting a program for the INS. The programming device directs the INS to deliver neurostimulation therapy according to a plurality of programs during a programming session. Each of the programs includes parameters that define the neurostimulation delivered according to that program. For example, each program may include as parameters a voltage or current pulse amplitude, a pulse width, a pulse rate, and a duty cycle. The program may also identify as parameters the electrodes selected from a set coupled to the INS and their polarities, e.g., anode or cathode, for delivery of neurostimulation according to that program.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2003Publication date: August 11, 2005Inventors: Richard North, Jeffrey Sieracki, David Brigham
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Publication number: 20050119714Abstract: A user, such as a clinician or the patient, uses a control device to manipulate at least one neurostimulation parameter. A mapping system uses a calibrated map to map the directional output of the control device to values of at least one stimulation parameter to allow the user to intuitively control the value of the parameter. In some embodiments, where a stimulation device is used to deliver spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy for example, the user manipulates a parameter to effect the location and/or strength of paresthesia experienced by the patient. In exemplary embodiments, the parameter values are combinations of electrodes, and the mapping system selects electrode combinations based on the output of the control device such that a direction of movement of paresthesia experienced by the patient corresponds to a direction of manipulation of a directional controller of the control device. The mapping system may calibrate the map based on patient paresthesia information received from a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2003Publication date: June 2, 2005Inventors: Jeffrey Sieracki, Richard North