Patents Examined by Michael S. Milano
  • Structure, method of use, and method of manufacture of an implanted hearing prosthesis
    Patent number: 5876443
    Abstract: A hearing prosthesis is provided for implantation into a subject that includes a flexible electrode carrier for insertion along the length of the cochlea, the electrode carrier bearing along its length, a number of contact members that are superficially placed in pairs, each member of each pairs being diametrically opposite the other. A method of manufacture of the prosthesis is further provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1999
    Assignee: Med-El Elektromedizinisch Gerate Ges.m.b.H.
    Inventors: Ingeborg Hochmair, Erwin Hochmair
  • Security mailbox
    Patent number: 5143284
    Abstract: A security mailbox, to be used to securely and inconspicuously hold incoming mail while providing an accessible means for a mailman to pick up outgoing mail. The mailbox includes a readily accessible lower compartment and a locked upper compartment, accessible for mail delivery by a flapped opening and having a lockable back door, which are separated and defined by an angled dividing wall that remains substantially hidden when the lower compartment is accessed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1992
    Inventor: Abelardo Socarras