Patents by Inventor Stanley Shapiro
Stanley Shapiro 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: 8942811Abstract: A device for transcranial stimulation. The device for transcranial stimulation comprises an adjustable current source for providing a stimulation current; a first electrode connected to the current source for electrical connection to a patient; a second electrode connected to the current source for electrical connection to the patient; a first current interruptor for interrupting current flow between the current source and the electrode, the first current interruptor connected between the adjustable current source and the first electrode; and an output monitor connected between the current source and the first electrode for monitoring current to the patient. The output monitor detects an abnormal current it signals the first interruptor, which interrupts the current to the patient. A method of operating a device for transcranial stimulation is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2012Date of Patent: January 27, 2015Assignee: Nuraleve Inc.Inventors: Paul Gardin, Mathieu Lemay, Daniel Shapiro, Ian Chapman, Shazib Shaukat, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Patent number: 8874220Abstract: A device for cranial nerve stimulation of an individual is disclosed, having a signal driver unit for producing a current; an intraoral stimulation board having at least one primary electrode, and at least one secondary electrode positioned on the individual for communicating a current through the individual, wherein current can flow between the intraoral stimulation board and the secondary electrode. The device may be used to treat a number of ailments. In one embodiment, the device provides input representing two planes of movement, or is used as a gaming controller. A method of using an electrical stimulation system is also disclosed, comprising the steps of: a) positioning the intraoral stimulation board within the individual's mouth; b) connecting the secondary electrode to the individual; c) operating the signal driver unit for a predetermined time to provide a current flow between the intraoral stimulation board and the secondary electrode.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2012Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: Nuraleve Inc.Inventors: Ovidiu Ioan Draghici, Izmail Batkin, Miodrag Bolic, Ian Stanley Chapman, Alexey Borisenko, Daniel Shapiro, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Publication number: 20140172041Abstract: A device for cranial nerve stimulation of an individual is disclosed, having a signal driver unit for producing a current; an intraoral stimulation board having at least one primary electrode, and at least one secondary electrode positioned on the individual for communicating a current through the individual, wherein current can flow between the intraoral stimulation board and the secondary electrode. The device may be used to treat a number of ailments. In one embodiment, the device provides input representing two planes of movement, or is used as a gaming controller. A method of using an electrical stimulation system is also disclosed, comprising the steps of: a) positioning the intraoral stimulation board within the individual's mouth; b) connecting the secondary electrode to the individual; c) operating the signal driver unit for a predetermined time to provide a current flow between the intraoral stimulation board and the secondary electrode.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2012Publication date: June 19, 2014Applicant: NorDocs Technologies Inc.Inventors: Ovidiu Ioan Draghici, Izmail Batkin, Miodrag Bolic, Ian Stanley Chapman, Alexey Borisenko, Daniel Shapiro, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Publication number: 20140142676Abstract: A headband for retaining electrodes in position on a patient's head is disclosed, having an adjustable frame, straps for holding electrodes against the head, each strap fastened to the headband by an adjustable support, and the supports having weights removably coupled thereto such that gravity pulls the headband down against the electrodes. The headband may be used for transcranial electrical stimulation treatment or other treatment by electrodes. Further disclosed is a method of retaining electrodes on a patient's head, having the steps of positioning a headband having straps on the head, tightening the headband and straps, inserting electrodes between the straps of the headband and the head, mounting weights to bias the headband downwardly, and loosening the straps for greater comfort. The headband and straps may have markings to facilitate placement according to an electrode marking system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2012Publication date: May 22, 2014Applicant: NorDocs Technologies Inc.Inventors: Paul Gardin, Daniel Shapiro, Patrick D.H. Williams, Kevin J. Bailey, Mathieu Lemay, Shazib Shaukat, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Publication number: 20140052457Abstract: A method of billing is disclosed comprising the steps of the server billing at least one treatment for a client by a device by means of a billing unit, a treatment computer in communication with the device requesting access of the device using an access code, the device granting access for a treatment if the access code is valid and blocking access if the access code is not valid, and treating the client using the device when access to the device is granted. Further disclosed is a method of billing comprising the steps of a service provider locating a device at a clinic, the clinic providing a treatment to a client, the clinic billing a payer, the payer paying a treatment fee to the clinic, and the clinic paying a subset of the treatment fee to the service provider.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2012Publication date: February 20, 2014Inventors: Steven Tover, Daniel Shapiro, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Publication number: 20140018881Abstract: A device for transcranial stimulation. The device for transcranial stimulation comprises an adjustable current source for providing a stimulation current; a first electrode connected to the current source for electrical connection to a patient; a second electrode connected to the current source for electrical connection to the patient; a first current interruptor for interrupting current flow between the current source and the electrode, the first current interruptor connected between the adjustable current source and the first electrode; and an output monitor connected between the current source and the first electrode for monitoring current to the patient. The output monitor detects an abnormal current it signals the first interruptor, which interrupts the current to the patient. A method of operating a device for transcranial stimulation is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2012Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: NorDocs Technologies Inc.Inventors: Paul Gardin, Mathieu Lemay, Daniel Shapiro, Ian Chapman, Shazib Shaukat, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Dressler
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Publication number: 20050244523Abstract: Described are skin-care compositions containing non denatured soy products and optionally other anti-cancer or anti-aging agents. The compositions can be applied topically to reduce the risk of UV-induced cutaneous tumors.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 7, 2005Publication date: November 3, 2005Inventors: Miri Seiberg, Stanley Shapiro, Christine Paine, Allan Conney, Mou-Tuan Huang
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Publication number: 20050187787Abstract: A business method provides access to digital medical image data generated by up to a plurality of imaging facilities to a payer. The business method includes receiving digital medical image data generated by the imaging facilities using a gateway at each imaging facility. The received-digital medical image data is transmitted from the gateway to a central server via a network and stored at the central server. The payer is then provided access to the stored digital medical image data via the network for a fee.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2004Publication date: August 25, 2005Applicants: RadEMR, Inc., Canon U.S.A. Inc.Inventors: Max Tomlinson, Tsuneo Imai, Stanley Shapiro, Richard Bennett, C. Tomlinson, Alexander Joffe
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Patent number: 4492602Abstract: The present invention relates to novel tin bearing copper alloy compositions that possess a combination of high anneal resistance and high electrical cconductivity properties. These compositions contain about 0.025 to 0.15 weight percent free tin with a weight percent of combined tin that is 3.7 times the oxygen content. Selenium and/or tellurium additions of from 0.005 to 0.05 weight percent also contribute to or maintain the improved properties of the present invention.Other aspects of the invention relate to a process for preparing these anneal resistant, high electrical conductivity copper alloy compositions and an apparatus suitable for use as radiator fin, electrical connector, or commutator segment stock which is formed by such process.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 1983Date of Patent: January 8, 1985Assignee: Revere Copper and Brass, Inc.Inventors: Yung W. Lee, Fu W. Ling, Stanley Shapiro
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Patent number: 4213800Abstract: The present invention utilizes the unique addition of yttrium to aluminum base alloys to either enhance the conductivity of such alloys when compared to commercial conductor grade material or provide equivalent conductivity when utilizing grades of aluminum containing higher normal impurity levels. Various processing procedures can be utilized for this material, depending upon the desired final properties.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 1978Date of Patent: July 22, 1980Assignee: Swiss Aluminium Ltd.Inventors: William E. Mayo, Mathur Raghavan, Stanley Shapiro, Ronald G. Hardy, Duncan G. Block
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Patent number: 4213799Abstract: The present invention utilizes the unique addition of mischmetal to aluminum base alloys to either enhance the conductivity of such alloys when compared to commercial conductor grade material or provide equivalent conductivity when utilizing grades of aluminum containing higher normal impurity levels. Various processing procedures can be utilized for this material, depending upon the desired final properties.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 1978Date of Patent: July 22, 1980Assignee: Swiss Aluminium Ltd.Inventors: Mathur Raghavan, Stanley Shapiro, Ronald G. Hardy, Duncan G. Block
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Patent number: 4202688Abstract: A high conductivity high temperature copper alloy containing mischmetal, phosphorus and magnesium with specific ratios among them. The alloy is free from internal copper oxides and may be annealed at elevated temperatures in hydrogen atmospheres without embrittlement. Strengths on the order of 80 KSI and conductivities on the order of 90% IACS are obtainable in cold worked material.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 1979Date of Patent: May 13, 1980Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Jacob Crane, Eugene Shapiro, Stanley Shapiro, Brian Mravic
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Patent number: 4116686Abstract: A copper base alloy is disclosed which exhibits improved resistance to crack propagation during hot processing as well as good mechanical properties. The alloy comprises from about 4.0 to about 11.0% tin, from about 0.01 to about 0.3% phosphorus, from about 1.0 to about 5.0% of a material selected from the group consisting of iron and a mixture of iron and cobalt, up to about 0.4% chromium, balance essentially copper. The alloy of the present invention possesses a substantially non-dendritic grain structure in the cast condition which contributes to said resistance to crack propagation.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 1977Date of Patent: September 26, 1978Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Brian Mravic, Stanley Shapiro, Derek E. Tyler, Abid Khan
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Patent number: 4073667Abstract: A process for providing copper base alloys with a combination of high strength and high strength to ductility characteristics is disclosed. The alloys should be those copper alloys which exhibit continuous, homogeneous precipitation of coherent particles such as spinodal decomposition upon precipitation hardening. The alloys are hot worked, solution annealed and subjected to a controlled cooling to provide the desirable strength-ductility combinations.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 1976Date of Patent: February 14, 1978Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Ronald N. Caron, Stanley Shapiro
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Patent number: 4072513Abstract: New and improved copper base alloys, characterized by a combination of high electrical conductivity and excellent strength properties, consisting essentially of 0.8- 5% by weight of titanium as a first component, a portion of which may be a like element such as zirconium or hafnium or both, 1.2- 5% by weight of antimony as a second component, part of which may be replaced by one or more of the elements arsenic, phosphorus, silicon, germanium and tin, with the atomic ratio of the total titanium and like elements, to antimony and like elements, being not more than 10% above 5:3, and the balance essentially copper.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 1976Date of Patent: February 7, 1978Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Stanley Shapiro, Eugene Shapiro, Brian Mravic, W. Gary Watson
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Patent number: 4071359Abstract: Copper base alloys having improved rupture properties and improved hot rolling performance consisting of from 2 to 9.5% aluminum, preferably also from 0.001 to 3.0% silicon, a grain refining element, preferably cobalt in an amount from 0.001 to 5.0%, from 0.001 to 0.5% of a material selected from the group consisting of a material of the lanthanide series of the Periodic Table and mixtures thereof, and the balance essentially copper.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1976Date of Patent: January 31, 1978Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Harvey P. Cheskis, Stanley Shapiro, Jacob Crane
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Patent number: 4067750Abstract: A process of heat treating and mechanically working copper base alloys containing chromium, zirconium and vanadium is disclosed. The combination of alloying ingredients, hot and cold rolling, annealing and aging steps increases both the strength and electrical conductivity properties of the alloy without excessive cold working or aging.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 1976Date of Patent: January 10, 1978Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Brian Mravic, Stanley Shapiro, W. Gary Watson, Eugene Shapiro
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Patent number: 4016010Abstract: Spinodal, precipitation hardened copper base alloy is prepared having high strength and favorable strength to ductility characteristics. The alloy consists essentially of from 10 to 30% nickel, 1 to 5% aluminum and the balance essentially copper. The microstructure of the alloy is characterized by including finely dispersed precipitates of Ni.sub.3 Al particles dispersed throughout the alloy matrix.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 1976Date of Patent: April 5, 1977Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Ronald N. Caron, Stanley Shapiro
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Patent number: 4007039Abstract: New and improved copper base alloys, characterized by a combination of high electrical conductivity and excellent strength properties, consisting essentially of 0.8 - 5% by weight of titanium, a portion of which may be a like element such as zirconium or hafnium or both, 1.2 - 5% by weight of antimony, part of which may be replaced by one or more of the elements arsenic, phosphorus, silicon, germanium and tin, with the atomic ratio of the total titanium, and like elements, to antimony, and like elements, being 5:3 or somewhat less, and the balance essentially copper. The desired properties are attained by the proper application of mechanical processing steps and thermal treatments.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 1975Date of Patent: February 8, 1977Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Stanley Shapiro, Eugene Shapiro, Brian Mravic, W. Gary Watson
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Patent number: 3993479Abstract: An improved copper base alloy having good high temperature properties, such as hot rollability, creep strength and stress rupture life. The alloy contains from about 2 to 9.5% aluminum, from about 0.001 to 3% silicon, and a grain refining element selected from the group consisting of iron from about 0.001 to 5%, chromium from about 0.001 to 1%, zirconium from about 0.001 to 1%, cobalt from about 0.001 to 5% and mixtures thereof. In addition, the alloy contains titanium in an amount from about 0.2 to 1%.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 1975Date of Patent: November 23, 1976Assignee: Olin CorporationInventors: Harvey P. Cheskis, Stanley Shapiro