Patents by Inventor Thomas V. Dibello

Thomas V. Dibello 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).

  • Quick connect apparatus and method for orthotic and prosthetic devices
    Patent number: 6736567
    Abstract: A device is provided for releasably connecting together two elements of an orthosis or prosthesis. The device includes two plate members each attachable to a different orthotic element and a slider plate that is movable between a first released position and a second locked position. The device also may include a stop to secure the slider plate in the locked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2004
    Assignee: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas V. Dibello
  • Quick connect apparatus and method for orthotic and prosthetics devices
    Patent number: 6129689
    Abstract: A device is provided for releasably connecting together two elements of an orthosis or prosthesis. The device includes two plate members each attachable to a different orthotic element and a slider plate that is movable between a first released position and a second locked position. The device also may include a stop to secure the slider plate in the locked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2000
    Assignee: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas V. Dibello