Patents by Inventor Alain Dijkstra

Alain Dijkstra 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).

  • Patent number: 11123572
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an eyewear phototherapy device for providing skin cosmetology to the skin surrounding the eyes. The device includes a main spectacle frame having a left supporting member and right supporting member, each including at least one housing assembly extending outward from the each supporting member and facing towards the inner portion of the supporting member. Each of the housing assemblies includes an LED light board, attached to the inner side of the respective housing assembly, which is adapted to emit light energy, a transparent silicone cover attached on the LED light board for protecting direct contact between the LED light board and human skin, a protective element which is adapted to spread the LED emissions around a human eye and provide protection to the human eye from the LED emissions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Jonathan James Knight, Jooeun Kim, Yong Zhang, Dan Xu
  • Publication number: 20210282962
    Abstract: A bed for therapeutic and recreational applications, comprises a frame structure, a mattress provided on the frame structure of the bed, a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) configured to emit electromagnetic radiation, an infrared heater assembly provided within the frame structure, the infrared heater assembly including a plurality of flexible heating elements connected with a power source, a plurality of temperature sensors provided at a plurality of locations on the frame structure and the mattress in order to generate signals in correlation with temperature values at the plurality of locations. Further, the frame structure includes a plurality of frame segments adapted to rotate to respective predetermined angles. Also, the mattress is made from at least partially transparent material and includes a fluid that is at least partially transparent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Publication date: September 16, 2021
    Applicant: Light Tree Ventures Holding B.V.
    Inventor: ALAIN DIJKSTRA
  • Publication number: 20210251802
    Abstract: A utility garment comprises a first layer and a second layer of a fabric, an infrared heater including a plurality of flexible heating elements, provided between the first layer and the second layer of the fabric, a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) provided between the first and the second layer of the fabric and a plurality of sensors configured to determine a plurality of parameters pertaining to a body by which the utility garment has been worn
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2020
    Publication date: August 19, 2021
    Applicant: Light Tree Ventures Holding B.V.
    Inventor: ALAIN DIJKSTRA
  • Publication number: 20210244837
    Abstract: The invention provides a UV illumination device for sterilizing and disinfecting a desired item or area. The UV illumination device comprises a base of a fixed housing. The base comprises a pair of electrical terminals establishing connection with external power source. A movable housing is connected to the fixed housing through a mechanical joint. The movable housing includes a plurality of light sources, a motor, an adjustment lens, a camera unit, a memory unit, and a controlling unit connected to the camera unit and the memory unit. The plurality of light sources, the camera unit, the memory unit and the controlling unit are mounted on a base plate. The controlling unit includes a processor configured to perform certain computing operations in order to control adjustment in the direction of UV illumination by the UV illumination device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2021
    Publication date: August 12, 2021
    Applicant: FUTUREMEDIX, LLC
    Inventor: ALAIN DIJKSTRA
  • Publication number: 20210101018
    Abstract: A therapeutic device, for human hair and skincare, comprises a gripping unit a functional unit including a first functional module and a second functional module, the first functional module including a first plate and a second functional module including a second plate, wherein a second surface of the second plate is oriented in an opposite direction to a first surface of the first plate, a plurality of teeth oriented in the direction of the orientation of the first surface, the plurality of teeth including a plurality of respective primary Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), a plurality of secondary LEDs provided on the second plate and oriented in the direction of the orientation of the second surface and a sensor unit configured to determine hair distribution data on a body portion of a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2020
    Publication date: April 8, 2021
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: ALAIN DIJKSTRA, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20210101017
    Abstract: A wearable device for mammary glands in human beings, comprises a first brassiere cup and a second brassiere cup, the first brassiere cup including a first inner surface and the second brassiere cup including a second inner surface, a first layer of a diaphanous material attached to the first inner surface and a second layer of the diaphanous material attached to the second inner surface, a plurality of first openings provided in the first layer and a plurality of second opening provided in the second layer, a plurality of first Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) provided between the first inner surface and the first layer, a plurality of second LEDs provided between the second inner surface and the second layer, a sensor unit adapted to determine one or more physiological parameters and an underwire connecting the first and the second brassiere cups.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2020
    Publication date: April 8, 2021
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: ALAIN DIJKSTRA, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20210093887
    Abstract: A multi-module therapeutic device for skincare comprises a housing capable of being ergonomically held in one hand, wherein a bottom surface of the housing is planar horizontal in shape, a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) configured to provide light therapy through the emission of electromagnetic radiation, a vibration motor configured to facilitate a provision of massage therapy, a metal sheet enclosed within the housing including a plurality of LED apertures for receiving the plurality of LEDs, wherein the metal sheet is configured to act as a medium for the application of massage therapy and thermotherapy, a medicament dispenser configured to dispense a medicament on actuation, and a control panel provided along a top surface of the housing, wherein the control panel is operably connected with the plurality of LEDs, the vibration motor, and the medicament dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2020
    Publication date: April 1, 2021
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: ALAIN DIJKSTRA, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20210093879
    Abstract: A wearable device for detection of a posture deviation of a body of a user, and to provide proper alignment thereon, comprises a resting pad adapted to cover a back region of the body of the user, wherein the resting pad includes an internal surface oriented towards the back region, and an external surface oriented away from the back region, a supporting unit adapted to be attached with the resting pad, at the external surface, wherein the supporting unit further includes a back stretcher adapted to be deformed through flexure, and a flexing mechanism adapted to cause the flexure of the back stretcher and a sensor unit configured to determine deviation in the posture of the body of the user. Further, the resting pad is made of a flexible material to accommodate the flexure of the back stretcher.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2020
    Publication date: April 1, 2021
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: ALAIN DIJKSTRA, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Patent number: 10960091
    Abstract: The invention provides a UV illumination device for sterilizing and disinfecting a desired item or area. The device is having a built-in camera and UV light source in order to disinfect and sterilize the desired item or area. The device automatically detects the human presence and the acts as a normal household light and can be fit inside the conventional light bulb or tube light holder. Further, the device uses an artificial intelligence module, object detection module, machine learning module, localization module, and a plurality of sensors to easily detect the application area and act according to parameters of a particular item. Furthermore, the device can be manually controlled by using a remote device which is having a display where the user can select, identify, prioritize the items and can adjust the time and intensity of the light projection based upon his/her own intellect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2021
    Assignee: FUTUREMEDIX, LLC
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Jonathan James Knight, Jooeun Kim, Yong Zhang, Dan Xu
  • Publication number: 20200316399
    Abstract: The invention is a device, system, and method of implementing pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy, light therapy and acupuncture therapy in a handheld device that can be operated by a user without expert supervision. The present invention comprises of acupuncture pen with pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMFT) function and light therapy. The acupuncture pen includes a detachably attached pointed member to operate when in perfect contact with skin, a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) unit, Light emitting unit, a power source and circuit controller connected to each other through electrical communication. The acupuncture pen also helps a user by pointing to next acupuncture point with laser guiding means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2019
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20200316270
    Abstract: Various aspects of a skin treatment device and a method to cleanse and balance pH value of skin are disclosed herein. In accordance with an embodiment, the skin treatment device includes a nozzle to be directed into contact with the skin of a subject. A vacuum pump may be operably coupled to the nozzle for generating a suction force of the nozzle to evacuate impurities from the skin. A liquid replenishing assembly may be operably coupled to the nozzle for atomizing liquid at a pre-defined pH value. The liquid from the liquid replenishing assembly may pass into the nozzle based on the pre-defined pH value. The first control valve may be connected to an outlet of the vacuum pump and an outlet of the liquid replenishing assembly for communication with the nozzle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2019
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20200317542
    Abstract: The present invention discloses mask maker machine for producing a mask of any desired shape. The mask maker machine comprises an emulsification box having an acidic chamber and an alkaline chamber to produce acidic and alkaline water with the help of electrolysis process. The user is able to select a desired pH scale via an input unit and once the desired pH is achieved the raw material is added in the corresponding alkaline or acidic chamber as per the requirement of the mask. The heating element heats the masking solution to a desired temperature for homogenous mixing of the masking solution. Further, the user can put any desired shape of mask mold on a base plate and the masking solution is poured in the mask mold through an outlet valve. Furthermore, the mask maker machine is able to produce the mask of variable pH as per the user skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2019
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20200315907
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a phototherapy body roller, which comprises a rotatable outer casing having at least one transparent portion. The outer casing is hollow, and a light board and a power supply device for supplying power to the light board are installed therein, and the light board is mounted on the light housing, and the light emitting tubes are facing the transparent portion of the outer casing. A balancing device is also mounted in the outer casing, and the light housing is fixedly mounted with the balancing device. The phototherapy body roller can perform LED light therapy while using as a body roller for self-exercise, stretching, fascia and relieve fatigue and relax muscle groups. With a balancing device, the light source is always facing the upper part of the phototherapy body roller, which saves energy and does not cause light pollution, and is environmentally friendly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2019
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Applicant: LIGHT TREE
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, YVONNE JOHANNA MARGARETHA HOUTHUIJS
  • Publication number: 20200101183
    Abstract: The invention provides a UV illumination device for sterilizing and disinfecting a desired item or area. The device is having a built-in camera and UV light source in order to disinfect and sterilize the desired item or area. The device automatically detects the human presence and the acts as a normal household light and can be fit inside the conventional light bulb or tube light holder. Further, the device uses an artificial intelligence module, object detection module, machine learning module, localization module, and a plurality of sensors to easily detect the application area and act according to parameters of a particular item. Furthermore, the device can be manually controlled by using a remote device which is having a display where the user can select, identify, prioritize the items and can adjust the time and intensity of the light projection based upon his/her own intellect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2018
    Publication date: April 2, 2020
    Applicant: Shenzhen Kaiyan Medical Equipment Co, LTD
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, JONATHAN JAMES KNIGHT, JOOEUN KIM, YONG ZHANG, DAN XU
  • Publication number: 20190336326
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a multi-function massage stone for use in spa and massage. The massage stone comprises a spherical body comprising an upper portion and a lower portion which create a hollow structure within the spherical body upon attaching with each other. The hollow structure comprises an input device for receiving at least one input from a user, an LED assembly, a heating and cooling device for providing hot and/or cold therapy, respectively, a controller device communicably coupled to the input device, the heating and cooling device for regulating temperature of the massage stone based on the at least one input received from the user and a battery unit connected to the LED assembly, input device and the controller device located towards the inner side of the lower portion of the spherical body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Publication date: November 7, 2019
    Applicant: ShenZhen Kaiyan Medical Equipment Co., LTD
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Jonathan James Knight, Jooeun Kim, Yong Zhang
  • Publication number: 20190126060
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an eyewear phototherapy device for providing skin cosmetology to the skin surrounding the eyes. The device includes a main spectacle frame having a left supporting member and right supporting member, each including at least one housing assembly extending outward from the each supporting member and facing towards the inner portion of the supporting member. Each of the housing assemblies includes an LED light board, attached to the inner side of the respective housing assembly, which is adapted to emit light energy, a transparent silicone cover attached on the LED light board for protecting direct contact between the LED light board and human skin, a protective element which is adapted to spread the LED emissions around a human eye and provide protection to the human eye from the LED emissions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Publication date: May 2, 2019
    Applicant: ShenZhen Kaiyan Medical Equipment Co, LTD
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Jonathan James Knight, Jooeun Kim, Yong Zhang, Dan Xu
  • Patent number: D914901
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2021
    Assignee: LUMI CEUTICALS, LLC
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Marta Lisa Deberard, Shirley Ann Joffs
  • Patent number: D915612
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Assignee: LUMI CEUTICALS, LLC
    Inventors: Alain Dijkstra, Marta Lisa Deberard, Shirley Ann Joffs
  • Patent number: D928976
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Inventor: Alain Dijkstra
  • Patent number: D928977
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Inventor: Alain Dijkstra