Patents by Inventor B. Jones

B. Jones 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).

  • MEDICAL PROCEDURE DRAPING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20080006278
    Abstract: A draping system for use in medical procedures includes a drape portion adapted to cover a surface, such as medical equipment or a patient, and serves as a barrier to fluid and debris during medical procedures. The draping system may have a fastening portion affixed to the drape portion and adapted to secure the drape portion to medical equipment. The drape portion may form a pocket for collecting debris resulting from a medical procedure. The drape portion may have an opening therein spanned by a non-porous, elastic membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2007
    Publication date: January 10, 2008
    Applicant: QSUM Biopsy Disposables LLC
    Inventors: Cynthia Henke-Sarmento, B. Jones
  • Steering column arrangement in a motor vehicle
    Patent number: 4968058
    Abstract: A steering column is arranged so that it is rapidly pulled forward, away from the driver in the event of a crash to avoid the driver injuring himself on the wheel. An actuator (26) having an explosive charge is mounted between the column (10) and its supporting bracket (14) and the actuator is triggered when an impact occurs to drive the column (10) away from the driver. A spring loaded arm (38) prevents return movement of the column (10) after operation of the actuator (26).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 6, 1990
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventor: B. Jones