Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Stout, Uxa, Buyan & Mullins, LLP
  • Dual pulse-width medical laser with presets
    Patent number: 7970030
    Abstract: A medical laser device is described that generates a laser beam controllable with presets as to pulse duration, pulse repetition rate, power and energy per pulse. The device also provides presets with respect to water and air outputs. Parametric values for power, pulse duration, pulse repetition rate, and energy per pulse as well as for water and air settings may be programmed by an end user and stored as presets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Ioana M. Rizoiu, Dmitri Boutoussov
  • Methods for treating eye conditions
    Patent number: 7967017
    Abstract: Architectures and techniques for treating conditions of the eye, such as presbyopia, utilize sources of treatment energy, such as electromagnetic energy emitting devices, to implement non-corneal manipulations. According to these devices and methods, the sources of treatment energy are activated to direct energy onto parts of the eye, such as the conjunctiva and sclera, to treat presbyopia. The treatments can affect at least one property of the eye and enhance an accommodation of the eye.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey W. Jones, Marcia Angela Van Valen
  • Method and apparatus for protection of non-volatile memory in presence of out-of-specification operating voltage
    Patent number: 7969803
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for protecting non-volatile memory is described. A write command is processed only when an operating voltage is between specified operating limits and when a data pattern stored in the non-volatile memory is repeatedly read successfully.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Macronix International Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Chun Hsiung Hung, Kuen Long Chang, Nai Ping Kuo, Ken Hui Chen, Yu Chen Wang
  • Devices, systems and methods for material fixation
    Patent number: 7967861
    Abstract: A material fixation system is particularly adapted to improve the tendon-to-bone fixation of hamstring autografts, as well as other soft tissue ACL reconstruction techniques. The system is easy to use, requires no additional accessories, uses only a single drill hole, and can be implanted by one person. Additionally, it replicates the native ACL by compressing the tendons against the aperture of the tibial tunnel, which leads to a shorter graft and increased graft stiffness. It is adapted to accommodate single or double tendon bundle autografts or allografts. It also provides pull out strength measured to be greater than 1000 N.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Derek J. Harper, Kevin N. Baird, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, legal representative, David G. Spilka
  • Electromagnetic energy distributions for electromagnetically induced mechanical cutting
    Patent number: 7970027
    Abstract: Output optical energy pulses including relatively high energy magnitudes at the beginning of each pulse are disclosed. As a result of the relatively high energy magnitudes which lead each pulse, the leading edge of each pulse includes a relatively large slope. This slope is preferably greater than or equal to 5. Additionally, the full-width half-max value of the output optical energy distributions are between 0.025 and 250 microseconds and, more preferably, are about 70 microseconds. A flashlamp is used to drive the laser system, and a current is used to drive the flashlamp. A flashlamp current generating circuit includes a solid core inductor which has an inductance of 50 microhenries and a capacitor which has a capacitance of 50 microfarads.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Ioana M. Rizoiu, Andrew I. Kimmel
  • Fabrication of metal film stacks having improved bottom critical dimension
    Patent number: 7960835
    Abstract: A method of fabricating metal film stacks is described that reduces or eliminates adverse effects of photolithographic misalignments. A bottom critical dimension is increased by removal of a bottom titanium nitride barrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Macronix International Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Han-Hui Hsu, Ta-Hung Yang, Shih-Ping Hong, Ming-Tsung Wu, An-Chi Wei, Ching-Hsiung Li, Kuo-Liang Wei
  • Dual pulse-width medical laser
    Patent number: 7957440
    Abstract: A laser device that includes a dual pulse-width laser-pumping circuit generates long and short laser pulses. The laser-pumping circuit employs a single power supply with dual high voltage outputs that are selectable under control of a user. The laser device conveniently generates long and short laser pulses or a mix of the two for performing specialized surgical procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventor: Dmitri Boutoussov
  • Nitride read only memory device with buried diffusion spacers and method for making the same
    Patent number: 7955934
    Abstract: A method for making a nitride read only memory device with buried diffusion spacers is disclosed. An oxide-nitride-oxide (ONO) layer is formed on top of a silicon substrate, and a polysilicon gate is formed over the ONO layer. The polysilicon gate is formed less than a length of the ONO layer. Two buried diffusion spacers are formed beside two sidewalls of the polysilicon gate and over the ONO layer. Two buried diffusion regions are implanted on the silicon substrate next to the two buried diffusion spacers. The two buried diffusion regions are then annealed such that the approximate interfaces of the buried diffusion regions are under the sidewalls of the polysilicon gate. The structure of a nitride read only memory device with buried diffusion spacers is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Macronix International Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Chien Hung Liu
  • Power distribution system
    Patent number: 7952229
    Abstract: A power distribution system is disclosed. The system includes a first power line and a second power line laid out on a substrate. The first power line is spaced apart from the second power line. The system also includes at least one conductive connecting line that electrically couples the first power line at one end and the second power line at another end. A power supply supplies power to the first power line and the second power line. A supply node on the conductive connecting line is then used to provide the supplied power.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignees: Himax Technologies Limited, National Taiwan University
    Inventors: Yi-Chang Lu, Cheng-Hung Li, Chung-Yui Kuo, Tsung-Yu Wu
  • Resorbable thin membranes
    Patent number: 7947300
    Abstract: Resorbable lactide polymer thin membranes are disclosed. The thin membranes are constructed of polylactide resorbable polymers, which are engineered to be absorbed into the body relatively slowly over time in order to reduce potential negative side effects. The membranes are formed to have very thin thicknesses, for example, thicknesses between about 0.010 mm and about 0.300 mm. The membranes can be extruded from polylactide polymers having a relatively high viscosity property, can be preshaped with relatively thick portions, and can be stored in sterile packages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: MAST Biosurgery AG
    Inventors: Christopher J. Calhoun, Ralph E. Holmes, Kenneth K. Kleinhenz
  • Electromagnetic radiation emitting toothbrush and dentifrice system
    Patent number: 7942667
    Abstract: A device includes a handle coupled with an activated textured surface that can be implemented using a repetitive movement mechanism and a treatment energy source, such as an electromagnetic radiation source. The handle may be used to provide detection, treatment and/or management of sundry conditions including, for example, tooth discoloration, tissue damage, periodontal disease, tumors, pain, halitosis, and bronchitis. The activated textured surface may include a surface topography including corrugations, bristles, protuberances, or pits, or other surfaces for facilitating agitation, cleaning or other surface treatments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Ioana M. Rizoiu, Jeffrey W. Jones, Dmitri Boutoussov
  • Bulk dispensing of chemicals into a residential dishwasher
    Patent number: 7931032
    Abstract: A fluid dispensing system for a residential dishwasher comprises a fluid reservoir that can hold liquid gel dish detergent in bulk quantities, preferably comprising the contents of at least one bottle of detergent as sold at retail, which is disposed inside a door of the dishwasher. The reservoir is filled with detergent from the inside of the door, to facilitate clean-up if any product is accidentally spilled. As a result, the dishwasher is made easier and more convenient to use, by reducing the repetitive step of loading detergent and allowing “peace of mind” delegation of the dishwashing task. Metered doses of the fluid may be dispensed. In addition to dish detergent, liquid rinse aids may also be dispensed using the disclosed system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: Knight, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel J. Penkauskas, George J. Noa, Jr.
  • Water-ballasted protection barrier
    Patent number: 7931422
    Abstract: A water-ballasted barrier system incorporates a concave reflective design, wherein outer walls of the barrier segment are configured in a concave manner. The concave section is designed to prevent the tire of a vehicle, impacting the barrier, from climbing up the side of the barrier segment, by pocketing the tire in the curved center portion of the barrier wall. Adjacent barrier segments are attached together using an interlocking knuckle design, having a lug pin connection system. In some embodiments, wire rope cable is internally molded into each barrier segment to strengthen the barrier system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: TrafFix Devices, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack H. Kulp, Geoffrey B. Maus, Felipe Almanza
  • Safety syringe
    Patent number: 7927301
    Abstract: A safety syringe includes an outer barrel, a needle unit, an outer barrel plug, an inner barrel, an inner barrel plug, a needle clamper, and a vacuum generating device. The needle unit is disposed within the front end of the outer barrel. The outer barrel plug is disposed within the outer barrel; the outer barrel plug is connected with the needle unit so as to fix the needle unit. The inner barrel plug is disposed within the front end of the inner barrel. The needle clamper is connected with the inner barrel plug. The needle clamper is able to clamp a rear opening of the needle unit. The vacuum generating device is disposed within the inner barrel, and the needle unit can be retracted into the inner barrel by the low pressure which is generated by the vacuum generating device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Inventors: Hsi-Hsun Tseng, Chih-Ming Wang, Po-Liang Lee, Chun-Chieh Chuang
  • Apparatus for controlling image compression
    Patent number: 7925101
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling image compression is disclosed. A current block of pixels is firstly compressed. The average pixel size of the compressed current block is averaged with an average pixel size of preceding block or blocks to obtain an average value. The compressed current block is passed as output, if the average value is not greater than a target value; otherwise a portion of the current block prior to compression is truncated and then passed as the output.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: Himax Technologies Limited
    Inventor: Sheng-Chun Niu
  • Stage-resolution scalable opamp-sharing technique for pipelined/cyclic ADC
    Patent number: 7924204
    Abstract: An analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for pipelined ADCs or cyclic ADCs is disclosed. The ADC includes at least one pair of two stages connected in series, and the two stages have different bits of resolution. An amplifier is shared by the pair of two stages such that the two stages operate in an interleaved manner. Accordingly, this stage-resolution scalable opamp-sharing technique is adaptable for pipelined ADC or cyclic ADC, which substantially reduces power consumption and increases operating speed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignees: Himax Media Solutions, Inc., NCKU Research and Development Foundation
    Inventors: Soon-Jyh Chang, Jin-Fu Lin, Chih-Haur Huang
  • Methods for treating eye conditions
    Patent number: 7909040
    Abstract: Architectures and techniques for treating conditions of the eye, such as presbyopia, utilize sources of treatment energy, such as electromagnetic energy emitting devices, to implement non-corneal manipulations. According to these devices and methods, the sources of treatment energy are activated to direct energy onto parts of the eye, such as the conjunctiva and sclera, to treat presbyopia. The treatments can affect at least one property of the eye and enhance an accommodation of the eye.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Assignee: Biolase Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey W. Jones, Marcia Angela Van Valen
  • Method of forming a small contact in phase-change memory
    Patent number: 7901979
    Abstract: A method of fabricating a phase-change memory cell is described. The cross-sectional area of a contact with a phase-change memory element within the cell is controlled by a width and an exposed length of a bottom electrode. The method allows the formation of very small phase-change memory cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Macronix International Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Hsiang-Lan Lung
  • Remote control
    Patent number: D639278
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Hannstar Display Corp.
    Inventors: Min-Chieh Chai, Ming-Sung Lin
  • Remote control
    Patent number: D641734
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Assignee: Hannstar Display Corp.
    Inventors: Chien-Te Chou, Ming-Sung Lin