Patents Assigned to Controls, Inc.
  • System and method for electrocardiogram analysis and optimization of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and therapy delivery
    Patent number: 9545211
    Abstract: The system and method provide for electrocardiogram analysis and optimization of patient-customized cardiopulmonary resuscitation and therapy delivery. An external medical device includes a housing and a processor within the housing. The processor can be configured to receive an input signal for a patient receiving chest compressions and to select at least one filter mechanism and to apply the filter mechanism to the signal to at least substantially remove chest compression artifacts from the signal. A real time dynamic analysis of a cardiac rhythm is applied to adjust and integrate CPR prompting of a medical device. Real-time cardiac rhythm quality is facilitated using a rhythm assessment meter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Joseph L. Sullivan, Ronald Eugene Stickney, Robert G. Walker, Daniel Piraino, Isabelle Banville, Fred Chapman
  • Deciding on patient electric shock therapy
    Patent number: 9539434
    Abstract: Systems, devices, software and methods are provided, for making a decision as to whether to administer an electric shock to a patient. The decision can be made differently, depending on whether the patient has already been shocked or not.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROl, INC.
    Inventor: Joseph L. Sullivan
  • Reducing electrocardiogram artifacts during and post CPR
    Patent number: 9538931
    Abstract: A portable medical device having improved ECG trace display and reporting. Embodiments implement features to ameliorate artifacts created by virtue of attempting to eliminate compression artifacts due to mechanical compression devices. Other embodiments additionally implement features to seek to detect the occurrence of ROSC while chest compressions are ongoing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventor: Joseph L Sullivan
  • Peelable lid for container with multi-point peel system
    Patent number: 9533139
    Abstract: A peelable lid system includes a peelable lid, a seal configured to seal the peelable lid to a container, a handle coupled to the peelable lid, and a lifting mechanism coupled to handle. The lifting mechanism can be coupled to the peelable lid at a plurality of attachment points, including at least one attachment point coupled to the peelable lid away from the handle. The lifting mechanism can be configured to lift at least one portion of the peelable lid near each of the plurality of attachment points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Ethan Albright, Ramesh Ammanath, Peter Wesley Bristol
  • Wireless spout and dispensing system
    Patent number: 9533870
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a pouring device for a container for the dosing of liquid, said pouring device comprising: a) a housing b) a passage for the liquid within the housing; c) an electrical operated opening/closing mechanism for opening or closing the passage in order to dosing of a predetermined or registerable amount of liquid, characterized in that the passage comprising a silicone tube, and the opening/closing mechanism is to block the silicone tube by squeezing the silicone tube in order to close the passage. The silicone tube inside the spout is the only path for the liquid to go through from the bottle, meanwhile the rest components are protected from liquid. This guaranties a quick and controlled flow of the liquid and avoids any air bubbles to influence the pour precision.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: Automatic Bar Controls, Inc.
    Inventor: Achim Philipp Zapp
  • LIFT ASSEMBLY WITH LOAD CELLS
    Publication number: 20160368744
    Abstract: A lift assembly comprises a base, a drive mechanism, first and second flexible drive elements driven by the drive mechanism, first and second sheaves directing the first and second drive elements in different directions, and first and second load cells sensing load on the first and second sheaves. The sheaves can be mounted to first and second sheave mounts, and the load cells can sense load on the first and second sheave mounts. The sheave mounts can be provided on first and second sheave plates, and bearings can be positioned under the first and second sheave plates. The lift assembly can further comprise first and second sheave brackets for coupling the first and second sheaves to the first and second sheave mounts. The first sheave plate can further include an opening, and at least a portion of the second sheave bracket can be positioned in the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2014
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.
    Inventor: Donald A. Hoffend, III
  • Automotive glass removal tool
    Patent number: 9522447
    Abstract: A glass removal tool for removing a glass panel from a window regulator clamp includes a horizontal cross bar; two parallel legs extending downward from the cross bar; at least one pair of ramps arranged between the parallel legs; and a vertical slot extending between the ramps of the pair of ramps. Two pairs of ramps may be included that are laterally offset from each other. The ramps may be recessed from the front surface and form at least one pair of wedges with the rear surface. The legs may include a first taper formed on the inner surface of each of the legs toward bottom ends of the legs and a second taper formed on the rear surface of the legs toward bottom ends of the legs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Hi-Lex Controls, Inc.
    Inventor: Ryan Michael Reinke
  • RECIPROCATING PUMP ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20160363115
    Abstract: A reciprocating pump assembly having a power end housing and a fluid end housing and a cylinder having at least a portion within the power end. A plunger assembly reciprocates between the power end housing and the fluid end housing of the pump assembly, the plunger assembly having a crosshead, a first section limited to movement within the power end and a second section moveable within the fluid end housing. The pump assembly also includes a seal housing disposed within the cylinder, the seal housing having a proximal end adjacent an entrance to the cylinder, and a distal end disposed within the cylinder. A power end seal is secured to the seal housing proximate the distal end and a fluid end seal is disposed within the fluid end housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2014
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Applicant: S.P.M. Flow Control, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark C. Dille, David Arnoldy, Wesley D. Freed
  • Manually initiating wireless transmission of resuscitation event data to medical device
    Patent number: 9514276
    Abstract: An external defibrillator can include a bump sensor for generating motion information and a bump detector for determining whether the external defibrillator has been subjected to a local bump event. The external defibrillator can transmit wirelessly a data signal encoding resuscitation event data to a second external defibrillator over a wireless communication link between the two devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Nathan Woodruff Daynes, John Carlton Daynes
  • Check valve apparatuses and methods
    Patent number: 9506576
    Abstract: The present subject matter relates to check valve apparatuses and methods. In particular, the present subject matter relates to a flow control device that can be incorporated into a check valve. The flow control device can include a valve seat configured for positioning within an inlet of a check valve, the valve seat defining an opening, a plurality of flow routing vanes at least partially traversing the opening, and a disk movable between a first position and a second position in response to a fluid pressure. When the disk is in the first position, the disk blocks the opening of the valve seat, and when the disk is in the second position, the opening is substantially unobstructed. The flow routing vanes can function to smooth the flow of fluid into the valve, thereby reducing pressure drop, noise, erosion, corrosion, vibration, and cavitations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: TITAN FLOW CONTROL, INC.
    Inventor: Ashvin D. Desai
  • Transducer mini-horn array for ultrasonic flow meter
    Patent number: 9506790
    Abstract: A monolithic matching structure for use in an ultrasonic transducer. The matching structure includes a mini-horn array. The mini-horn array includes a back plate, a plurality of horns, and a front plate. The plurality of horns extend from the back plate. Each of the horns includes a base and a neck. The base is adjacent the back plate. The neck extends from the base. Transverse area of the base is larger than transverse area of the neck. The front plate is adjacent the neck of each of the horns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: DANIEL MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL, INC.
    Inventor: Alex Mezheritsky
  • Car Seat and Connection System
    Publication number: 20160332542
    Abstract: Embodiments of a car seat include an outer protective shell, an inner seat, a suspension system connecting and permitting relative movement between the inner seat and the outer protective shell. The suspension system may include a plurality of deformable metal straps. Also, embodiments of a car seat system include a frame constructed to couple to a vehicle seat. The frame has a vertical portion that extends upwardly substantially along a vehicle seatback. The vertical portion extends at least half of the height of vehicle seatback. Also, the system includes a car seat constructed to couple to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2016
    Publication date: November 17, 2016
    Applicant: Pidyon Controls Inc.
    Inventors: Yochanan Cohen, Velissa Van Scoyoc, Ahmet T. Becene, Ekaterina Kravchenko, Peter Byar
  • Lift assembly systems and methods
    Patent number: 9493328
    Abstract: The present invention provides a lift system comprising a drum that rotates about an axis, a drive mechanism operable to rotate the drum about the axis, an elongate member (e.g., a cable) having a wound portion wound around the drum and a vertical portion extending downward to the article being lifted, and a low profile adjuster for adjusting a vertical length of the elongate member. The low profile adjuster comprises a first guide adapted to support the article to be lifted and including a first pathway, and a second guide movable relative to the first guide. The elongate member transitions from the vertical portion, through the first pathway to a non-vertical (e.g., horizontal) portion, and to the second guide. Adjustment of a distance between the first guide and the second guide results in adjustment of a vertical position of the first guide relative to the elongate member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.
    Inventor: Donald A. Hoffend, III
  • Medical device including setup option reporting
    Patent number: 9486635
    Abstract: A medical device for use with a patient is described. The medical device includes a component for administering a treatment to the patient or receiving data of the patient. The component is configured to operate according to an internal setting. The medical device also includes a user interface through which a user can modify the internal setting, as well as a settings signature generator for generating a settings signature that represents a present state of the internal setting. A gateway is also provided for communicating a version of the settings signature out of the medical device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin C. Drew, James S. Neumiller
  • Car seat
    Patent number: 9487110
    Abstract: Embodiments of a car seat include an outer protective shell, an inner seat, a suspension system connecting and permitting relative movement between the inner seat and the outer protective shell for shock isolation, and a harness adapted to hold an occupant to the inner seat and not attached to the outer protective shell. In an accident, regardless of the direction in which the seat is facing and regardless of whether the result is a sudden acceleration and/or deceleration, the inner seat will move inside the frame, and the suspension system will absorb some, much, or all of the energy. Energy not absorbed by the suspension system may be absorbed by the inner seat itself and/or an anchor system used to connect the car seat to a vehicle. The frame of the seat will remain structurally intact in almost all circumstances thereby protecting the occupant of the car seat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Pidyon Controls Inc.
    Inventor: Yochanan Cohen
  • Reference sensor for CPR feedback device
    Patent number: 9486390
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present concept are directed to medical devices for use by a rescuer who is caring for a patient and includes a bottom device for use with a top device to measure the depth of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) chest compressions delivered to the chest of a patient. The top device is intended for placement on the chest of the patient and has a top mechanism that is moveable up and down as the chest compressions are delivered to the patient. The bottom device includes a generally elongate member having a handle at one end and a bottom mechanism near the opposite end. The elongate member is structured to be placed under the patient during delivery of CPR. The top mechanism and the bottom mechanism cooperate to generate a value for a net depth of the compressions of the patient chest with reference to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Corey J. Centen, Sarah A. Smith, Gregory V. Browne, Ryan D. Lee, Maegan P. Wilkinson, Richard C. Nova
  • Annulus cementing tool for subsea abandonment operation
    Patent number: 9488024
    Abstract: A method for abandonment of a subsea well includes: fastening a pressure control assembly (PCA) to a subsea wellhead; and deploying a tool string into the PCA. The tool string includes a packer and an upper perforator located above the packer. The method further includes: closing a bore of the PCA above the tool string with a solid barrier; and setting the packer against an inner casing hung from the subsea wellhead. The method further includes, while the PCA bore is closed, perforating a wall of the inner casing by operating the upper perforator. The method further includes injecting cement slurry into an inner annulus formed between the inner casing and an outer casing hung from the subsea wellhead.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Wild Well Control, Inc.
    Inventors: Corey Eugene Hoffman, Stace Brac McDaniel, Christopher John Murphy
  • Holddown system for an axial piston pump
    Patent number: 9482212
    Abstract: An axial piston pump includes a housing with a cover plate assembly, a rotor with reciprocable pistons rotatably mounted with a drive shaft and a swashplate assembly tiltably mounted relative to the drive shaft and engaged with outer ends of the pistons. A holddown spring is incorporated within the swashplate assembly and positioned outside the rotor such that the holddown spring tilts with the swashplate assembly and does not rotate with the drive shaft. The holddown spring applies a force holding the piston outer ends against the swashplate assembly and the rotor against the cover plate assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: Hartmann Controls, Inc.
    Inventor: Donald G. Bethke
  • Display stand for portable article
    Patent number: 9474391
    Abstract: A display stand for a portable article with a base having a bottom bearing portion and a support for a portable article. A retracting mechanism has a spool around which a flexible tether is wrapped. The spool has an axis around which the spool is turned as the tether is: a) paid out to allow a portable article to which the first end of the tether is connected to be moved away from the base; and b) retracted to shorten a paid out length of the tether. The retracting mechanism has a biasing assembly that urges the spool to turn around the spool axis so as to retract the tether. The tether is guided to be paid out from the spool generally in a straight path in a line, with the line of the straight path transverse to the spool axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: Se-Kure Controls, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger J. Leyden, Michael E. Pawelek
  • Electronic device holder
    Patent number: D774495
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: S.P.M. FLOW CONTROL, INC.
    Inventors: Brian Witkowski, Matthew Stephen Baca