Patents by Inventor Terry Benson
Terry Benson 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: 10973511Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. A suture receiver is disposed adjacent to, or integral with, the opposite jaw to help disengage the suture carried by the bendable needle. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2018Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Assignee: MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SARLInventors: Brad Topper, Thomas Weisel, J. Terry Benson, Brett Bannerman
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Publication number: 20180325511Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. A suture receiver is disposed adjacent to, or integral with, the opposite jaw to help disengage the suture carried by the bendable needle. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Applicant: MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SARLInventors: Brad Topper, Thomas Weisel, J. Terry Benson, Brett Bannerman
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Publication number: 20180232123Abstract: Authentication of a computing device involves displaying a plurality of subareas on a touchscreen display of a computing device, detecting a touch contact in a first subarea of the plurality of subareas, detecting a first swipe gesture from the first subarea to a second subarea of the plurality of subareas, detecting a first confirmation gesture associated with the first swipe gesture, and authenticating the computing device based at least in part on the first swipe gesture.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2017Publication date: August 16, 2018Inventors: Michael Paul SPARANDARA, Emilio Castro PASSI, Nathan Daniel COX, Jared Terry BENSON, Shayne Sierra INGHAM
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Publication number: 20180232136Abstract: Authentication of a computing device involves displaying an authentication code display area and an authentication code input area on a touchscreen display of a computing device, detecting a touch contact at a first touch point in the authentication code input area, presenting a first character associated with the first touch point on the display, detecting a first swipe gesture from the first touch point to a second touch point, presenting a second character associated with the second touch point, detecting a confirmation gesture associated with the second touch point, and authenticating the computing device based at least in part on the second character.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2017Publication date: August 16, 2018Inventors: Michael Paul SPARANDARA, Emilio Castro PASSI, Nathan Daniel COX, Jared Terry BENSON, Shayne Sierra INGHAM
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Patent number: 10034665Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. A suture receiver is disposed adjacent to, or integral with, the opposite jaw to help disengage the suture carried by the bendable needle. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2014Date of Patent: July 31, 2018Assignee: MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SARLInventors: Brad Topper, Thomas Weisel, J. Terry Benson, Brett Bannerman
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Publication number: 20140194906Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. A suture receiver is disposed adjacent to, or integral with, the opposite jaw to help disengage the suture carried by the bendable needle. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: July 10, 2014Applicant: DePuy Mitek, LLCInventors: Brad Topper, Thomas Weisel, J. Terry Benson, Brett Bannerman
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Patent number: 8551757Abstract: A novel bacterial strain of Bacillus thuringiensis, VBTS 2528, is described. This strain comprises genes encoding Cry1Ac, Cry 1Ca, and Cry2Aa endotoxin proteins. The invention further relates to an insecticidal composition comprising a mixture of VBTS 2528 and to methods for controlling insect pests utilizing VBTS 2528.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2010Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Valent BioSciences CorporationInventors: Terry A. Benson, Samun Dahod, Ashish Harihar Dave, Ayyappan Nair, Regina Adams
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Patent number: 8527060Abstract: Disclosed herein is a shield for shielding a telemetry wand from electromagnetical interference capable of interfering with telemetry communications between the telemetry wand and an AIMD in a patient. The telemetry wand may include a first side that is configured to be placed against a patient, a second side generally opposite the first side, a lateral side between the first and second sides, a hole extending between the first and second sides, and a cable extending from the lateral side. The shield may include a shell including a wall that defines a volume and an opening in the shell. The volume may be configured to receive therein the telemetry wand such that the second and lateral sides of the telemetry wand face respective portions of the wall and the first side faces the opening in the shell.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2011Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Pacesetter, Inc.Inventors: Jorge N. Amely-Velez, Armando M. Cappa, J. Terry Benson, Robel Borja, Allan R. Schwartz, Anthony Li
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Publication number: 20130131759Abstract: Disclosed herein is a shield for shielding a telemetry wand from electromagnetical interference capable of interfering with telemetry communications between the telemetry wand and an AIMD in a patient. The telemetry wand may include a first side that is configured to be placed against a patient, a second side generally opposite the first side, a lateral side between the first and second sides, a hole extending between the first and second sides, and a cable extending from the lateral side. The shield may include a shell including a wall that defines a volume and an opening in the shell. The volume may be configured to receive therein the telemetry wand such that the second and lateral sides of the telemetry wand face respective portions of the wall and the first side faces the opening in the shell.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2011Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: PACESETTER, INC.Inventors: Jorge N. Amely-Velez, Armando M. Cappa, J. Terry Benson, Robel Borja, Allan R. Schwartz, Anthony Li
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Publication number: 20110064710Abstract: A novel bacterial strain of Bacillus thuringiensis, VBTS 2528, is described. This strain comprises genes encoding Cry1Ac, Cry 1Ca, and Cry2Aa endotoxin proteins. The invention further relates to an insecticidal composition comprising a mixture of VBTS 2528 and to methods for controlling insect pests utilizing VBTS 2528.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventors: Terry A. Benson, Samun Dahod, Ashish Harihar Dave, Ayyappan Nair, Regina Adams
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Patent number: 7777140Abstract: A universal cable connector for detachably connecting a stimulation lead to a system analyzer includes a nonconductive connector block for releasably receiving and holding fixed a proximate contact electrically in continuity with a distal electrode, a cable for selectively electrically interconnecting the proximate contact and the system analyzer, and a switch mechanism for selectively connecting electrically the system analyzer cable with the proximate contact thereby enabling the system analyzer to determine the efficacy of the chosen body tissue site. The connector block includes a nest region for receiving the proximal end of the lead and the switch mechanism includes a switch contact electrically engaged with the cable and movable between a first position disengaged from an associated and selected exposed proximate contact and a second position engaged with the proximate contact for electrically connecting the distal electrode to the system analyzer.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2009Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Assignee: Pacesetter, Inc.Inventors: Armando M. Cappa, J. Terry Benson
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Publication number: 20100048062Abstract: A universal cable connector for detachably connecting a stimulation lead to a system analyzer includes a nonconductive connector block for releasably receiving and holding fixed a proximate contact electrically in continuity with a distal electrode, a cable for selectively electrically interconnecting the proximate contact and the system analyzer, and a switch mechanism for selectively connecting electrically the system analyzer cable with the proximate contact thereby enabling the system analyzer to determine the efficacy of the chosen body tissue site. The connector block includes a nest region for receiving the proximal end of the lead and the switch mechanism includes a switch contact electrically engaged with the cable and movable between a first position disengaged from an associated and selected exposed proximate contact and a second position engaged with the proximate contact for electrically connecting the distal electrode to the system analyzer.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2009Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicant: PACESETTER, INC.Inventors: Armando M. Cappa, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 7633023Abstract: A universal cable connector for detachably connecting a stimulation lead to a system analyzer includes a nonconductive connector block for releasably receiving and holding fixed a a proximate contact electrically in continuity with a distal electrode, a cable for selectively electrically interconnecting the proximate contact and the system analyzer, and a switch mechanism for selectively connecting electrically the system analyzer cable with the proximate contact thereby enabling the system analyzer to determine the efficacy of the chosen body tissue site. The connector block includes a nest region for receiving the proximal end of the lead and the switch mechanism includes a switch contact electrically engaged with the cable and movable between a first position disengaged from an associated and selected exposed proximate contact and a second position engaged with the proximate contact for electrically connecting the distal electrode to the system analyzer.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2005Date of Patent: December 15, 2009Assignee: Pacesetter, Inc.Inventors: Armando M. Cappa, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 7381212Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2004Date of Patent: June 3, 2008Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 7377926Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2002Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Publication number: 20040199184Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2004Publication date: October 7, 2004Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Publication number: 20030065337Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 25, 2002Publication date: April 3, 2003Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 6360658Abstract: A stamp playset includes a book-like case supporting a plurality of symbol pads together with an elongated inking pad and a generally cylindrical roller stamp. The roller stamp includes a cylindrical housing within which a cylindrical roller is supported. The cylindrical roller defines a plurality of attachment slots which receive attachment flanges of selected symbol pads. The symbol pads are arrangeable in a variety of sequences as desired. The roller further supports a symbol cube having a plurality of symbol elements. The symbol cube is rotatably supported to facilitate alignment of a selected one of the plurality of symbol elements thereon within the sequence of symbols to be roller stamp.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 1999Date of Patent: March 26, 2002Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventor: J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 6264942Abstract: Novel bacterial isolates of B. thuringiensis are disclosed which have enhanced toxicity with respect to previously resistant or insufficiently susceptible insect species, including, but not limited to, Plutella xylostella, Spodoptera frugiperda and Spodoptera exigua, as well as certain secondary pests such as Trichoplusia ni. Such isolates may be characterized by their possession of a particular subset of the genes coding for the various B. thuringiensis &dgr;-endotoxin proteins and by a characteristic plasmid profile, or array, known to be associated therewith.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 1998Date of Patent: July 24, 2001Assignee: Valent BioSciences Corp.Inventors: David R. Wilcox, Robert A. Smith, Terry A. Benson
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Patent number: D530421Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson