Patents by Inventor Timothy J. Maxwell

Timothy J. Maxwell 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).

  • Safety scalpel
    Patent number: 8819943
    Abstract: A scalpel enabling both safe blade engagement or disengagement and safe passing among personnel during surgical procedures. The blade arm assembly of the scalpel is positionable in three positions, including a retracted position, an operational extended position and a fully extended position for engagement and disengagement of the blade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Safety Scalpel
    Publication number: 20120271333
    Abstract: A scalpel enabling both safe blade engagement or disengagement and safe passing among personnel during surgical procedures. The blade arm assembly of the scalpel is positionable in three positions, including a retracted position, an operational extended position and a fully extended position for engagement and disengagement of the blade.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Applicant: Canica Design, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Dynamic Tensioning System and Method
    Publication number: 20120221044
    Abstract: Systems and methods of applying dynamic force to tissues to promote healing. Systems of this invention may be applied to tissue to bolster the tissues, move the tissues, or expand the tissue. Systems of this invention may also include a tension indication feature, allowing measured application of dynamic force to the tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Publication date: August 30, 2012
    Applicant: Canica Design, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew E. Archibald, Alden Rattew, Timothy J. Maxwell, Leonard G. Lee, James P. Henderson, Michael T. O'Malley, Julia Van Eyk Barry, David W. Armstrong
  • SAFETY SCALPEL
    Publication number: 20100268258
    Abstract: A scalpel enabling both safe blade engagement or disengagement and safe passing among personnel during surgical procedures. The scalpel is positionable in three configurations, including a blade shielded position, a blade exposed and operational position and a fully extended position for engagement and disengagement of the blade.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2008
    Publication date: October 21, 2010
    Inventor: Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Scalpel assembly
    Patent number: 7748124
    Abstract: A scalpel assembly utilizing an ejectable blade allowing easy installation and removal of the blade. Use of an ejectable blade permits a used or contaminated blade to fall freely from the scalpel assembly without direct contact with the blade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: Canica Design, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael S. G. Bell, Leonard G. Lee, Michael T. O'Malley, Timothy J. Maxwell
  • SAFETY SCALPEL
    Publication number: 20090204137
    Abstract: A scalpel enabling both safe blade engagement or disengagement and safe passing among personnel during surgical procedures. The blade arm assembly of the scalpel is positionable in three positions, including a retracted position, an operational extended position and a fully extended position for engagement and disengagement of the blade.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2005
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventor: Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Surgical fixation and retraction system
    Patent number: 6824511
    Abstract: A fixation and retraction system utilizing base components to which shielded magnet components attach in order to locate movable fixation and retraction components or other operating theater devices, such as surgical drapes. Use of rare earth magnets permits system components to be attached quickly, easily and securely in almost an infinite number of configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2004
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Michael S. G. Bell, Leonard G. Lee, Michael T. O'Malley, Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Zester assembly
    Patent number: D715108
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Lee Valley Tools Ltd.
    Inventors: Timothy J. Maxwell, Leonard G. Lee
  • Nasal elevator
    Patent number: D746983
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Timothy J. Maxwell, Alden Rattew, Kristine Rungis, Mary Jo, Jeffery J. Henderson