Patents by Inventor Steven R. Kunz
Steven R. Kunz 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: 20240070331Abstract: Systems, methods, and software for filtering components, such as hardware components, compatible with computer-modeled structures are presented. A compatible components system provides selection methods that present components compatible with computer-aided design (CAD) models designed in computer modeling software. The system executes methods designed to filter components made available to designers using attribute information of the features and attribute information of the components. Designers may interact with the compatibility methods numerous times, narrowing components through a series or number of filtering steps until a desired compatible component is easily selected. The computer modeling software may include graphical user interfaces for selecting component source locations, filtering types of components presented by the system, and adding components to CAD models.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Applicant: Desprez, LLCInventors: James L. Jacobs, II, John E. Cronin, Justin R. Kunz, Steven M. Lynch
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Patent number: 11914927Abstract: Systems, methods, and software for filtering components, such as hardware components, compatible with computer-modeled structures are presented. A compatible components system provides selection methods that present components compatible with computer-aided design (CAD) models designed in computer modeling software. The system executes methods designed to filter components made available to designers using attribute information of the features and attribute information of the components. Designers may interact with the compatibility methods numerous times, narrowing components through a series or number of filtering steps until a desired compatible component is easily selected. The computer modeling software may include graphical user interfaces for selecting component source locations, filtering types of components presented by the system, and adding components to CAD models.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2020Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Inventors: James L. Jacobs, II, John E. Cronin, Justin R. Kunz, Steven M. Lynch
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Patent number: 8888864Abstract: Compositions are provided for a prosthetic ankle comprising: a joint housing having a bottom surface, a clevis coupled to the joint housing such that the clevis can rotate about the joint housing, a prosthetic coupling structure that couples the clevis to an amputee, and an articulating joint contained in the joint housing. Additionally, a portion of the bottom surface of the joint housing can be curved allowing a substrate a preset amount of flexion when coupled thereto and flexed in a concave position.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2009Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Motion ControlInventors: Edwin Kay Iversen, Harold H. Sears, Arthur D. Dyck, Steven R. Kunz, Joseph Anthony Jacobs, Peter K. Strazdins, Melinda Linder
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Patent number: 7942935Abstract: A device and system is provided for a prosthetic device having an articulating joint for a leg amputee. The device includes a joint housing forming a chamber, and the chamber has a first opening. A rotary hub can be disposed within the joint housing and configured to act as the articulating joint. One or more vanes can extend outwardly from the rotary hub, and the vane is configured to actuate fluid flow through the first opening.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2006Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Motion ControlInventors: Edwin Kay Iversen, Harold H. Sears, Arthur D. Dyck, Steven R. Kunz, Joseph Anthony Jacobs, James R. Linder, Peter K. Strazdins
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Patent number: 7914587Abstract: A multi-axis wrist device is provided for use with a prosthetic limb. The wrist device includes a base plate that is configured for attachment to a prosthetic limb. A cross piece, having first and second axes, can be coupled to the base plate. A prosthetic attachment can be coupled to the cross piece. The cross piece can enable a user to simultaneously flex the prosthetic attachment in two different axes. A first and second torsional spring can be coupled to the first and second axes, respectively, to enable the prosthetic attachment to be biased toward a center point.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2006Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Motion ControlInventors: Shawn L. Archer, Arthur D. Dyck, Reed H. Grant, Edwin K. Iversen, Joseph A. Jacobs, Steven R. Kunz, James R. Linder, Harold H. Sears
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Publication number: 20090319055Abstract: Compositions are provided for a prosthetic ankle comprising: a joint housing having a bottom surface, a clevis coupled to the joint housing such that the clevis can rotate about the joint housing, a prosthetic coupling structure that couples the clevis to an amputee, and an articulating joint contained in the joint housing. Additionally, a portion of the bottom surface of the joint housing can be curved allowing a substrate a preset amount of flexion when coupled thereto and flexed in a concave position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2009Publication date: December 24, 2009Applicant: MOTION CONTROLInventors: Edwin Kay Iversen, Harold H. Sears, Arthur D. Dyck, Steven R. Kunz, Joseph Anthony Jacobs, James R. Linder, Melinda Linder, Peter K. Strazdins
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Patent number: 7438724Abstract: A system and method of grip force feedback for use with a prosthetic device is provided in the present invention. The system can include a prosthetic hand having a plurality of digits for use with the prosthetic device. A force sensor can be provided to produce a force signal and the force sensor is configured to be associated with the plurality of digits for the prosthetic hand. In addition, a force feedback controller can receive the force signal from the force sensor. A force feedback actuator is also in communication with the force feedback controller. The force feedback actuator can provide feedback vibrations to a user of the prosthetic device.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2004Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Motion Control, Inc.Inventors: Harold H. Sears, Arthur D. Dyck, Edwin K. Iversen, Steven R. Kunz, James R. Linder, Shawn L. Archer, Reed H. Grant, Ronald E. Madsen, Jr.
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Patent number: 7041141Abstract: A grip device for an artificial or prosthetic arm, including at least two opposable digits and a drive linkage powered by a drive motor. When the drive motor is powered it enables the two opposable digits to grip. The drive linkage includes a drive and transmission attached to the drive motor. A backlock is connected to the drive and transmission. Surrounding the backlock is a backlock housing which contains the drive, selected transmission elements, and a backlock. A stop element is also included for holding the backlock housing fixed with respect to ground. The stop element can be released to allow the backlock housing to move freely and to avoid power transmission without disrupting the operating structure of the transmission.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2002Date of Patent: May 9, 2006Assignee: Motion Control, Inc.Inventors: Edwin K. Iversen, James R. Linder, Steven R. Kunz, Arthur D. Dyck, Harold H. Sears
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Patent number: 6423099Abstract: A grip device for an artificial or prosthetic arm, including at least two opposable digits and a drive linkage powered by a drive motor. When the drive motor is powered it enables the two opposable digits to grip. The drive linkage includes a drive and transmission attached to the drive motor. A backlock is connected to the drive and transmission. Surrounding the backlock is a backlock housing which contains the drive, selected transmission elements, and a backlock. A stop element is also included for holding the backlock housing fixed with respect to ground. The stop element can be released to allow the backlock housing to move freely and to avoid power transmission without disrupting the operating structure of the transmission.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2000Date of Patent: July 23, 2002Assignee: Motion Control, Inc.Inventors: Edwin K. Iversen, James R. Linder, Steven R. Kunz, Arthur D. Dyck, Harold H. Sears
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Publication number: 20020077708Abstract: A grip device for an artificial or prosthetic arm, including at least two opposable digits and a drive linkage powered by a drive motor. When the drive motor is powered it enables the two opposable digits to grip. The drive linkage includes a drive and transmission attached to the drive motor. A backlock is connected to the drive and transmission. Surrounding the backlock is a backlock housing which contains the drive, selected transmission elements, and a backlock. A stop element is also included for holding the backlock housing fixed with respect to ground. The stop element can be released to allow the backlock housing to move freely and to avoid power transmission without disrupting the operating structure of the transmission.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2002Publication date: June 20, 2002Inventors: Edwin K. Iversen, James R. Linder, Steven R. Kunz, Arthur D. Dyck, Harold H. Sears