Patents Examined by John Lacyk
  • Method and device for accurate dispensing of radioactivity
    Patent number: 9717928
    Abstract: A method of delivering a radioactive liquid includes, performing an initialization, including; extracting at least a first amount of a radioactive liquid from a source of radioactive liquid, measuring a radioactivity level for the first amount of radioactive liquid, and performing a calibration phase. The calibration phase includes, extracting a second amount of radioactive liquid from the source of radioactive liquid wherein the second amount is calculated based on the radioactivity level of the first amount to provide a total dose of radioactive liquid having a predetermined radioactivity level, and delivering the total dose and performing at least one more calibration and delivery phases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2017
    Assignee: University of Zurich
    Inventors: Alfred Buck, Bruno Weber
  • Reciprocating stimulation device
    Patent number: 9717645
    Abstract: A mechanized sexual stimulation device is provided that provides a reciprocating stimulation body, preferably emulating a male in function with various length of penetration possible. Designs herein allow the protruding dildo to move back and forth to a variety of length, speeds and angles while flexing in many directions. The device includes a housing with a ball reverse screw rotatably mounted to the housing, and a reversing nut which retains bearing balls that allow the nut to move linearly up and down the ball reverse screw as the screw is turned in a single direction, thereby moving a reciprocating stimulation body such as a dildo connected (indirectly or directly) to the reversing nut. Channel or groove structures on the ball reverse screw and reversing nut guide the reciprocating back and forth stoke in a linear motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2017
    Assignee: Alexander Fima
    Inventor: Alexander Fima
  • Electromagnetic transducer with specific internal geometry
    Patent number: 9716953
    Abstract: A device, including an electromagnetic transducer including a bobbin having a space therein, a connection apparatus in fixed relationship to the bobbin configured to transfer vibrational energy directly or indirectly at least one of to or from the electromagnetic transducer, and a passage from the space to the connection apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2017
    Assignee: Cochlear Limited
    Inventors: Marcus Andersson, Tommy Bergs, Johan Gustafsson, Anders Kallsvik
  • Sacrocolopopexy implants and related methods of use
    Patent number: 9713518
    Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to implants and methods for making and using the implants. An exemplary implant includes a first elongate member and a second elongate member each having a first end portion and a second end portion. The first and second end portions of the first elongate member may be configured to be coupled to tissue of a patient proximate the vagina and sacrum, respectively. The first elongate member may define a first opening and a second opening, where the second elongate member may be configured to extend through the first opening and the second opening. The first end portion of the second elongate member may be coupled to tissue proximate the vagina of the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth W. Adams, David L. Mason, James M. Goddard
  • Rectal balloon with locking stopper
    Patent number: 9707379
    Abstract: A prostate immobilizing balloon that on full inflation cups the prostate to hold it during treatment is combined with a locking member so that the balloon does not shift during use. Methods of using same are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: RadiaDyne LLC
    Inventor: John Isham
  • Delivery cap for implantation of a penile prosthetic into a penis
    Patent number: 9707009
    Abstract: A system for implanting a penile prosthetic into a penis with an insertion tool includes a penile implant, a tow suture, and a delivery cap. The implant has a proximal end insertable into a crus penis and a distal end insertable into a glans penis. The tow suture is coupled to the distal end of the penile implant. The delivery cap is coupled to the tow suture and a portion of the delivery cap is shaped as a hemispherical dome. The delivery cap has an aperture that is formed in the hemispherical dome, with the aperture sized to allow the needle of the insertion tool to pass through the aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: Coloplast A/S
    Inventor: Jeffrey Brian Taylor
  • Shield adapted to fit medical injector syringe
    Patent number: 9707342
    Abstract: A syringe shield useful for containing a syringe loaded with radioactive and/or light sensitive drugs is disclosed. The syringe shield may reduce a healthcare provider's exposure to radiation and/or may reduce or eliminate ambient light contamination to optically sensitive components in the syringe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE
    Inventors: Arthur E. Uber, III, Barry L. Tucker, Mark Trocki, Raymond C. Hoffman, Marc A. Mabie
  • Systems and methods for multimedia tactile augmentation
    Patent number: 9703379
    Abstract: The present disclosure described methods and systems for multimedia tactile augmentation. At least one method includes identifying media content loaded on a first computer, locating instructions stored on a second computer (said instructions corresponding to the content), initiating playback of the content, and synchronizing the instructions with the content. Said method further includes parsing and converting the instructions into one or more electrical signals, driving one or more haptic feedback devices with the electrical signals in synchronization with the playback of the content, and presenting the content to the user. The haptic feedback devices provide physical stimulation to a user accessing the content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Assignee: XSYNC TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventors: Ralph Alan Harris, Jr., Uduak Udomon
  • Wetness controlling system and intelligent vibrator including the same
    Patent number: 9682008
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a wetness controlling system for intelligent vibrator and an intelligent vibrator capable of controlling wetness. The wetness controlling system for intelligent vibrator includes an intelligent vibrator, an intelligent terminal for controlling a degree of wetness of the surface of the intelligent vibrator. The intelligent vibrator wirelessly communicates with the intelligent terminal. The intelligent terminal generates a first controlling demand for controlling the wetness controlling unit to adjust the degree wetness of the intelligent vibrator according to the degree of wetness detected by the wetness sensor, thereby allowing users to select a pleasant degree of wetness according to need for better user experience while providing a better user interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: SHENZHEN FREE INTERACTIVE INC.
    Inventor: Xuegang Lv
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation device for the treatment of migraine headaches
    Patent number: 9675815
    Abstract: A transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device for the treatment of migraine headaches which includes at least one capacitor as well as a charging circuit for charging the capacitor contained in the TMS device. A magnetic coil delivers a magnetic pulse upon discharge of the capacitor. Inner and outer end wire segments of the magnetic coil are oriented parallel to a direction of magnetic field lines of the magnetic pulse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2017
    Assignee: Eneura, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. Fischell, David R. Fischell, Leopold Rolih, Michael Graves, Joseph P. Fredrick, Stanley P. Woods, Richard Barthel
  • Female sexual stimulation device
    Patent number: 9668934
    Abstract: A female sexual stimulation device includes a main body having a generally blunt first end, a top surface, a bottom surface, and a first dildo that extends linearly outward from the main body in a direction that is away from the first end. A second dildo extends outward from the bottom surface of the main body, and includes a curved shaft that forms an obtuse angle. A chin cup is provided along the top surface of the main body adjacent to the first dildo, and a flap is positioned along the bottom surface adjacent to the second dildo. One or more removable and reconfigurable handles are secured to the blunt first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Inventors: Christine Pearson, Ralph Cuccuro, Jr.
  • Methods for spermatogonial stem cell (SSC) transfer
    Patent number: 9670458
    Abstract: The present invention provides highly advantageous and efficient methods for spermatogonial stem cell (SSC) transfer for the generation of animals having valuable traits or genetic background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: AGGENETICS, INC.
    Inventors: James West, Susan M. Majka
  • Male impotence prosthesis apparatus with wireless energy supply
    Patent number: 9662213
    Abstract: A male impotence prosthesis apparatus comprises an operable penile prosthesis (4) implanted in an impotent patient's corpus cavernosum to provide flaccid or erect states of the patient's penis. An energy transmission device (10) for wireless transmission of energy from outside the patient's body to inside the patient's body is provided body for use in connection with the operation of the penile prosthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Inventor: Peter Forsell
  • Penile tension system
    Patent number: 9662241
    Abstract: A penile tension system features a semi-hard, semi-flexible cylindrical rod having a first handle and a second handle. The system features a soft, flexible noose member located on a cylindrical rod side wall. The system features an elastomeric linear fastening member. The system features a series of markings located on the rod side wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Inventor: Victor Loria
  • Body canal contacting means for body fluid flow control methods and devices
    Patent number: 9655705
    Abstract: An implantable apparatus for controlling fluid flow within a host body includes a constricting member for allowing fluid flow within a body canal when in an open position, and for reducing fluid flow within a body canal when in an closed position. Remote telemetry can be used to operate the constricting member from a position outside the body. The constricting member can include a piston having at least two protrusions for contacting the vessel surface of the body canal. A fluid-operated member can receive fluid to reduce fluid flow within the body canal and expel fluid to allow fluid flow within the body canal. An actuating member is provided for operating the fluid-operated member between the open and closed positions. The actuating member has structure for flowing fluid into and out of the fluid-operated member. A control device is provided for operating the actuating member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Precision Medical Devices, Inc.
    Inventor: Peter Sayet
  • Implantable device with removable magnet
    Patent number: 9656065
    Abstract: A cochlear implant system includes a subcutaneous housing which includes a main body and a bottom cover secured to the main body. A central cavity in a center of the subcutaneous housing is formed by a portion of an outer surface of the main body. A magnet is removably inserted into the central cavity and includes a cylindrical body with a central axis aligned with a removal axis of the central cavity, a groove extending circumferentially around the cylindrical body, and a top surface, which includes an outer edge, a plurality of ribs extending radially farther than the outer edge, and a plurality of abutments extending radially farther than the ribs. A compressive ring is seated in the groove of the cylindrical body and engages under a ledge in the central cavity when the magnet is inserted into the central cavity and biases the magnet against removal from the central cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: OTICON MEDICAL A/S
    Inventors: Guillaume Tourrel, Hervé Ibanez
  • Stimulation assembly
    Patent number: 9649248
    Abstract: An apparatus comprises a base portion comprising an aperture for receiving an organ of a user and a base support member extending downward. The base portion moves along a track. A pivotable and slidable cross member is joined to the base support member. A frame supports the base portion. The frame is joined to the track for moving the base portion relative to the frame. A first support member extends in a downward direction for a first distance. A second support member extends in a downward direction for a second shorter distance. A guide joins ends of the first support member and the second support member. A T-shaped member sliding on the guide is in engagement with the cross member wherein the user engaging the base portion and moving the base portion along the track imparts a lateral movement on the base portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Inventors: Eduardo Manuel Lopez, Dina Monica Cordoba
  • Rabbutt-dildo gear for lesbians, pegging and masturbation
    Patent number: 9642770
    Abstract: Sex paraphernalia comprising a platform assembly 7 (Rabbutt™) which has a dildo 11 on one side facing one way and a rabbit 13 on the other side facing the other way, configured so that, when Pants with a crotch opening (Rabbutt Hole Pants™) as disclosed herein, or a strap-on dildo harness, are worn by a lady user with the rabbit side of the assembly inside facing her clitoris and the dildo sticking out through the opening, she may insert the dildo into a partner with the rabbit pleasing her clitoris while she bangs away. Pants may have cutouts for spanking or caressing. Pants may be suitable for outdoor wearing (without the platform assemble) to attract a sex partner who is in-the-know, or to raise questions from others like, what's the hole for? Jackets suitable with Pants may complete the ensemble. Embodiments also lend themselves to a lone lady for masturbation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Inventor: Leonard Storch
  • Tool with a pincher useful for implanting an inflatable penile cylinder
    Patent number: 9642707
    Abstract: A tool for implanting an inflatable penile prosthetic cylinder includes a pincher and a plunger coupled to a handle of the tool and movable relative to the pincher. The pincher has a spine portion that is movably coupled to a distal end portion of the handle and a first jaw movably coupled to a second jaw along the spine portion of the pincher. The first jaw has a first plunger edge that is spaced a gap distance away from a second plunger edge of the second jaw. The plunger is tapered having a first width at a distal end that is not greater than the gap distance and a second width that is larger than the first width. The second width measured proximal of the distal end of the plunger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: Coloplast A/S
    Inventor: Geoffrey A. Daniel
  • Method of implanting a penile prosthetic
    Patent number: 9636225
    Abstract: A method of implanting a penile prosthetic includes confirming that a tow suture is coupled with a resorbable suture-engagement component attached to an exterior surface of a cylinder. The method includes inserting the tow suture into a corpora cavernosum of a penis and pushing the tow suture through a glans of the penis and pulling on the tow suture and towing the cylinder to a distal location within the penis. The tow suture is removed from the resorbable suture-engagement component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2017
    Assignee: Coloplast A/S
    Inventors: Geoffrey A. Daniel, Yelena Tropsha