Patents by Inventor Timothy D. Wood

Timothy D. Wood 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).

  • Publication number: 20240115450
    Abstract: A collection system for collecting outflow from a hysteroscopic surgical procedure includes a plurality of collection vessels each including a flexible body defining an internal volume and transitionable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The collection system further includes connection tubing coupling adjacent collection vessels with one another, outflow tubing coupled to at least one of the collection vessels, and a plurality of retention canisters. Each retention canister includes a rigid body. Each collection vessel is configured to engage a corresponding retention canister such that each rigid body at least partially receives one of the flexible bodies therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Nikolai D. Begg, Allen X. An, Dalia Leibowitz, Timothy J. Wood, Jordan A. Whisler, Chad A. Pickering
  • Patent number: PP33286
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Thuja plant named ‘SMNTDGT’ is disclosed, characterized by a short plant habit and dense foliage. Plants have distinctive dense ovate plant habit without pinching or pruning, making plants low maintenance. The new cultivar is a Thuja, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP33289
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘SMHALP’ is disclosed, characterized by attractive flowers arranged in a lacecap inflorescence on plants with strong stems and a good upright habit. The new variety is a Hydrangea, normally produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP33290
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘SMNHRLL’ is disclosed, characterized by large white and light pink flowers arranged in a lacecap inflorescence on plants with strong stems. The new variety is a Hydrangea, normally produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP33548
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Chamaecyparis plant named ‘SMNCLUTL’, characterized by its upright, arching and uniform plant habit and pyramidal plant form; freely branching habit, dense and bushy plant form; leaves that retain their yellow green coloration; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP33550
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Calycanthus plant named ‘SMNCAF’, characterized by its upright to somewhat outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; strong lateral branches; freely branching habit, dense and bushy appearance; glossy leaves; freely flowering habit; fragrant dark red-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP33564
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cephalanthus plant named ‘SMCBM’, characterized by its upright and mounded plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy habit; glossy green-colored leaves becoming dark red in the autumn; spherical head-type inflorescences with numerous white-colored flowers; attractive medium red-colored fruits; and good garden performance and winter hardiness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP33568
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘SMNHSPCL’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading and arching plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; large and full semi-double flowers with purple-colored petals and petaloids with purplish red-colored centers and venation; relatively long flowering period; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34144
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Rhaphiolepis plant named ‘SMNRICS’ is disclosed, characterized by abundant, bright pink flowers, and glossy, dark green leaves. Plants have a compact, ground-hugging growth habit. The new variety is a Rhaphiolepis, typically produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP34145
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Rhaphiolepis plant named ‘SMNR120F’ is disclosed, characterized by pink flowers on elongated panicles, and light brown pubescence on new flush. Plants have a compact form, and a densely branching growth habit. The new variety is a Rhaphiolepis, typically produced as an ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP34292
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thuja plant named ‘SMNTOO’, characterized by its upright plant habit; narrow columnar plant form; vigorous growth habit; moderate growth rate; dense and bushy form; branchlets that are twisting; bright green-colored leaves; bright green coloration maintained during the winter; and good winter hardiness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34295
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Kolkwitzia plant named ‘SMNKADTF’, characterized by its compact, upright to outwardly spreading and uniformly mounding plant habit; vigorous growth habit and rapid growth rate; freely branching habit; dense and bushy appearance; medium green-colored leaves; numerous pale purple-colored flowers with orange yellow-colored throats; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34296
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Philadelphus plant named ‘SMNPVB’, characterized by its compact, upright to somewhat outwardly spreading and uniformly mounding plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit and rapid growth rate; freely branching habit; dense and bushy appearance; green and greenish yellow variegated leaves; numerous fragrant white-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34297
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Weigela plant named ‘SMNWFBGV’, characterized by its relatively compact, upright to outwardly spreading and uniformly mounding plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy appearance; variegated leaves with olive green-colored centers surrounded with dark reddish brown-colored margins; freely flowering habit; purplish red-colored flowers that do not fully open and remain in bud-like; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34418
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘SMNHRL’ is disclosed, characterized by large, mophead inflorescences with red-pink flowers, and dark green foliage. Sepals open a vivid green, turning whitish-green. Plants are vigorous with upright habits. The new variety is a Hydrangea, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D Wood
  • Patent number: PP34685
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Thuja plant named ‘SMTOBM3’ is disclosed, characterized by a narrow, columnar plant habit and dense foliage. Plants have distinctive twisting to the branchlets and cold tolerance to USDA Zone 3. The new cultivar is a Thuja, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34686
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Thuja plant named ‘SMTOM1’ is disclosed, characterized by vibrant golden foliage on plants having a conical habit. Foliage is dense and feathery. Plants reach a moderate size at maturity. The new cultivar is a Thuja, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP34740
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘SMHPS’ is disclosed, characterized by lace-cap inflorescences with bright pinkish-red sepals in late summer to fall. Plants have dwarf habits, dark green foliage, and strong, upright stems. The new variety is a Hydrangea, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2022
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP35019
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ilex plant named ‘SMNIGLA’, characterized by its compact and upright conical plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy growth habit; dark green-colored leaves that are slightly curled or undulate; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2023
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP35123
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Syringa plant named ‘SMNSPTP’, characterized by its relatively compact, upright to outwardly spreading and mounding plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit; freely and remontant flowering habit; large inflorescences with fragrant light purple-colored flowers and dark purplish red-colored flower buds; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: SPRING MEADOW NURSERY INC.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood