Patents by Inventor Anthony G. Picardo
Anthony G. Picardo 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: 11119535Abstract: A foldable electronic device includes a first portion, a second portion, and a hinge connecting the first portion and the second portion. The hinge is configured to allow pivoting movement of the first portion relative to the second portion, wherein the hinge has a hinge force. One or more magnets are coupled to the first portion, and a plurality of metal members are coupled to the second portion. Each metal member of the plurality of metal members is configured for individual removal from the second portion to define a magnetic force based on the hinge force, thereby allowing the first and second portions to be maintained together when in a closed orientation and allowing for easy one finger opening operation from the closed orientation.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2019Date of Patent: September 14, 2021Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Madeleine M. Haworth, Joseph B. Gault, Brittany Barbara, John C. Meyer, Matthew T. Condon, Anthony G. Picardo, Aseem Singla, Shuanghu Zhang, Melvin R. Greiser, II, Leila Asfari
-
Publication number: 20210064085Abstract: A foldable electronic device includes a first portion, a second portion, and a hinge connecting the first portion and the second portion. The hinge is configured to allow pivoting movement of the first portion relative to the second portion, wherein the hinge has a hinge force. One or more magnets are coupled to the first portion, and a plurality of metal members are coupled to the second portion. Each metal member of the plurality of metal members is configured for individual removal from the second portion to define a magnetic force based on the hinge force, thereby allowing the first and second portions to be maintained together when in a closed orientation and allowing for easy one finger opening operation from the closed orientation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2019Publication date: March 4, 2021Inventors: Madeleine M. HAWORTH, Joseph B. GAULT, Brittany BARBARA, John C. MEYER, Matthew T. CONDON, Anthony G. PICARDO, Aseem SINGLA, Shuanghu ZHANG, Melvin R. Greiser, II, Leila Asfari
-
Patent number: 7848805Abstract: A modular automated external defibrillator (AED) system includes a base unit and at least one interconnected module. The base unit typically includes a functional circuit and includes an interface that couples the functional circuit to the module. Likewise, the module includes an interface that couples the module to the base unit By manufacturing such modular AED models instead of one-piece, i.e., integrated, AED models, a manufacturer can reduce the cost and complexity of its manufacturing process. Furthermore, the manufacturer may be able to bring such a modular AED to market more quickly than it could bring an integrated model of the AED to market. Moreover, a modular AED allows the manufacturer and customer flexibility in respectively providing and selecting feature sets. In addition, a customer can obtain replacements for broken modules, and the manufacturer can provide cheaper upgrades by upgrading a module or base unit instead of upgrading the entire AED.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2008Date of Patent: December 7, 2010Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Dennis E. Ochs, Robert T. Shen, Daniel J. Powers, Anthony G. Picardo
-
Publication number: 20090125074Abstract: A modular automated external defibrillator (AED) system includes a base unit and at least one interconnected module. The base unit typically includes a functional circuit and includes an interface that couples the functional circuit to the module. Likewise, the module includes an interface that couples the module to the base unit By manufacturing such modular AED models instead of one-piece, i.e., integrated, AED models, a manufacturer can reduce the cost and complexity of its manufacturing process. Furthermore, the manufacturer may be able to bring such a modular AED to market more quickly than it could bring an integrated model of the AED to market. Moreover, a modular AED allows the manufacturer and customer flexibility in respectively providing and selecting feature sets. In addition, a customer can obtain replacements for broken modules, and the manufacturer can provide cheaper upgrades by upgrading a module or base unit instead of upgrading the entire AED.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2008Publication date: May 14, 2009Applicant: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Dennis E. OCHS, Robert T. SHEN, Daniel J. POWERS, Anthony G. PICARDO
-
Patent number: 7016726Abstract: A method and apparatus for identifying electrodes attached to a defibrillator and adjusting patient therapy delivered by a defibrillator in response thereto.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2000Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Thomas Allen Solosko, Joseph R. Diederichs, Kim J. Hansen, Christine Janae, Paul I. Szabo, John A. Moren, Ian G. MacDuff, Steven W. Ranta
-
Patent number: 6980859Abstract: An automated or semi-automated external defibrillator (AED) is provided with a plurality of power sources. The AED includes a first power source that powers circuitry creating a defibrillation electrical shock, and a second power source for powering other circuitry. By including a separate power source for the low-power needs of the AED, the high-power source will typically last longer than if the low-power source were omitted. This reduces maintenance costs, particularly where the high-power source is more expensive to replace than the low-power source. Furthermore, one may use the high-power source as a backup to the low-power source so the AED can still operate even if the low-power source fails.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2002Date of Patent: December 27, 2005Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Daniel J. Powers, Gregory Dean Brink, Anthony G. Picardo, Dennis Eugene Ochs
-
Patent number: 6935889Abstract: A package stores at least one electrode pad having a lead. The package includes an interior for storing the pad, and includes a portion that is openable to allow removal of the package from the leads. For example, the openable portion of the package may include a sealed seam through which the lead extends. The operator can peel apart the seam to both open the package and free the package from the lead. Where the pad is a defibrillator electrode pad, the ability to quickly and easily free the package from the lead may save precious seconds during the rescue of a patient in cardiac arrest. For example, freeing the package from the lead typically allows the operator a fuller view of and easier access to the defibrillator and the patient, and eliminates a potential distraction.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2001Date of Patent: August 30, 2005Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Christine Janae, Thomas Solosko
-
Patent number: 6874621Abstract: A package for increasing shelf life of electrodes packaged therein. A first package within which one or more gel-containing electrode pads are sealed. In addition, at least one moisture source is sealed within the package.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2001Date of Patent: April 5, 2005Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Thomas A Solosko, Anthony G. Picardo, Steven Thomas Mydynski, Kim J. Hansen, Seiya Ohta
-
Publication number: 20040215246Abstract: A modular automated external defibrillator (AED) system includes a base unit and at least one interconnected module. The base unit typically includes a functional circuit and includes an interface that couples the functional circuit to the module. Likewise, the module includes an interface that couples the module to the base unit By manufacturing such modular AED models instead of one-piece, i.e., integrated, AED models, a manufacturer can reduce the cost and complexity of its manufacturing process. Furthermore, the manufacturer may be able to bring such a modular AED to market more quickly than it could bring an integrated model of the AED to market. Moreover, a modular AED allows the manufacturer and customer flexibility in respectively providing and selecting feature sets. In addition, a customer can obtain replacements for broken modules, and the manufacturer can provide cheaper upgrades by upgrading a module or base unit instead of upgrading the entire AED.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2004Publication date: October 28, 2004Inventors: Daniel J. Powers, Anthony G. Picardo, Seiya Ohta, Christine Janae, Thomas A. Solosko, Kim J. Hansen
-
Patent number: 6662056Abstract: A cartridge is provided for storing one or more electrode pads such as a defibrillator electrode pad. The cartridge includes a housing having a rigid portion, a storage space disposed within the housing, and a storage-space opening that allows one to remove/insert the electrode pad or pads from/into the storage space. Because it has a housing with a rigid portion, such a cartridge can better protect one or more electrode pads from handling damage. Furthermore, one can construct the cartridge such that it is attachable to a medical device such as an AED. This allows an operator to carry or store the medical device, cartridge, and one or more electrode pads as a single unit. In addition, one can construct the cartridge such that the one or more electrode pads can be pre-connected to the medical device. This can eliminate connecting the one or more electrode pads to the medical device during an emergency.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Christine Janae, Thomas Solosko, Steven T. Mydynski, Ian G. MacDuff, Jon M. Bishay, Kent W. Leyde, Carlton B. Morgan
-
Publication number: 20030181950Abstract: An automated or semi-automated external defibrillator (AED) is provided with a plurality of power sources. The AED includes a first power source that powers circuitry creating a defibrillation electrical shock, and a second power source for powering other circuitry. By including a separate power source for the low-power needs of the AED, the high-power source will typically last longer than if the low-power source were omitted. This reduces maintenance costs, particularly where the high-power source is more expensive to replace than the low-power source. Furthermore, one may use the high-power source as a backup to the low-power source so the AED can still operate even if the low-power source fails.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2002Publication date: September 25, 2003Inventors: Daniel J. Powers, Gregory Dean Brink, Anthony G. Picardo, Dennis Eugene Ochs
-
Patent number: 6556864Abstract: An apparatus for delivering defibrillation therapy to a patient. Specifically, an external defibrillators or automatic or semi-automatic external defibrillator (AEDs) is described. The defibrillator is automatically activated or inactivated by, for example, inserting or removing an object, such as a plug or a pin, into a receptacle within the defibrillator housing.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2000Date of Patent: April 29, 2003Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Thomas Allen Solosko, Kim J. Hansen, Christine Janae, Paul I. Szabo, John A. Moren, Daniel J Powers, Joseph R. Diederichs, Ian G. MacDuff, Steven Ranta
-
Publication number: 20030028219Abstract: A modular automated external defibrillator (AED) system includes a base unit and at least one interconnected module. The base unit typically includes a functional circuit and includes an interface that couples the functional circuit to the module. Likewise, the module includes an interface that couples the module to the base unit. By manufacturing such modular AED models instead of one-piece, i.e., integrated, AED models, a manufacturer can reduce the cost and complexity of its manufacturing process. Furthermore, the manufacturer may be able to bring such a modular AED to market more quickly than it could bring an integrated model of the AED to market. Moreover, a modular AED allows the manufacturer and customer flexibility in respectively providing and selecting feature sets. In addition, a customer can obtain replacements for broken modules, and the manufacturer can provide cheaper upgrades by upgrading a module or base unit instead of upgrading the entire AED.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2001Publication date: February 6, 2003Inventors: Daniel J. Powers, Anthony G. Picardo, Seiya Ohta, Christine Janae, Thomas A. Solosko, Kim J. Hansen
-
Publication number: 20030017743Abstract: A package stores at least one electrode pad having a lead. The package includes an interior for storing the pad, and includes a portion that is openable to allow removal of the package from the leads. For example, the openable portion of the package may include a sealed seam through which the lead extends. The operator can peel apart the seam to both open the package and free the package from the lead. Where the pad is a defibrillator electrode pad, the ability to quickly and easily free the package from the lead may save precious seconds during the rescue of a patient in cardiac arrest. For example, freeing the package from the lead typically allows the operator a fuller view of and easier access to the defibrillator and the patient, and eliminates a potential distraction.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2001Publication date: January 23, 2003Applicant: Agilent TechnologiesInventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Christine Janae, Thomas Solosko
-
Publication number: 20020117408Abstract: A package for increasing shelf life of electrodes packaged therein. A first package within which one or more gel-containing electrode pads are sealed. In addition, at least one moisture source is sealed within the package.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventors: Thomas A. Solosko, Anthony G. Picardo, Steven Thomas Mydynski, Kim J. Hansen, Seiya Ohta
-
Publication number: 20020082644Abstract: A cartridge is provided for storing one or more electrode pads such as a defibrillator electrode pad. The cartridge includes a housing having a rigid portion, a storage space disposed within the housing, and a storage-space opening that allows one to remove/insert the electrode pad or pads from/into the storage space. Because it has a housing with a rigid portion, such a cartridge can better protect one or more electrode pads from handling damage. Furthermore, one can construct the cartridge such that it is attachable to a medical device such as an AED. This allows an operator to carry or store the medical device, cartridge, and one or more electrode pads as a single unit. In addition, one can construct the cartridge such that the one or more electrode pads can be pre-connected to the medical device. This can eliminate connecting the one or more electrode pads to the medical device during an emergency.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2001Publication date: June 27, 2002Inventors: Anthony G. Picardo, Christine Janae, Thomas Solosko, Steven T. Mydynski, Ian G. MacDuff, Jon M. Bishay, Kent W. Leyde, Carlton B. Morgan
-
Patent number: 6027191Abstract: A chassis which comprises a first frame and a second frame is provided. The first frame includes a front surface and a pair of first flanges formed on opposing edges of the front surface. The second frame includes a pair of side surfaces. Each side surface has an edge with a second flange and a plurality of aligned guide elements. The second flanges and the guide elements define guide channels for slidably receiving the first flanges. A cover assembly for the chassis comprises a panel having a first inner surface, a hook, and a standoff projecting from the first inner surface. The hook has a leg portion and an arm portion which may be inserted into a slot in one of the surfaces of the chassis.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 1999Date of Patent: February 22, 2000Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: George Korinsky, Craig Crawford, Jennifer Colley, Anthony G. Picardo
-
Patent number: 6024426Abstract: A chassis which comprises a first frame and a second frame is provided. The first frame includes a front surface and a pair of first flanges formed on opposing edges of the front surface. The second frame includes a pair of side surfaces. Each side surface has an edge with a second flange and a plurality of aligned guide elements. The second flanges and the guide elements define guide channels for slidably receiving the first flanges. A cover assembly for the chassis comprises a panel having a first inner surface, a hook, and a standoff projecting from the first inner surface. The hook has a leg portion and an arm portion which may be inserted into a slot in one of the surfaces of the chassis.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 1999Date of Patent: February 15, 2000Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: George Korinsky, Craig Crawford, Jennifer Colley, Anthony G. Picardo
-
Patent number: 5964513Abstract: A chassis which comprises a first frame and a second frame is provided. The first frame includes a front surface and a pair of first flanges formed on opposing edges of the front surface. The second frame includes a pair of side surfaces. Each side surface has an edge with a second flange and a plurality of aligned guide elements. The second flanges and the guide elements define guide channels for slidably receiving the first flanges. A cover assembly for the chassis comprises a panel having a first inner surface, a hook, and a standoff projecting from the first inner surface. The hook has a leg portion and an arm portion which may be inserted into a slot in one of the surfaces of the chassis.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 1998Date of Patent: October 12, 1999Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: George Korinsky, Craig Crawford, Jennifer Colley, Anthony G. Picardo