Patents by Inventor Benjamin Gould
Benjamin Gould 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).
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Patent number: 11957377Abstract: Various embodiments of devices and systems comprising a polymer driveshaft for use in high-speed rotational medical procedures, e.g., atherectomy, are disclosed. Generally, the primary driveshaft for transferring torque and activating rotation of a tool attached thereto, e.g., an abrasive element, is constructed with at least a polymer outer and inner surface. In certain embodiments, the polymer driveshaft may comprise a metallic band for fixed attachment of a structure, e.g., an abrasive element, thereto. Various embodiments may comprise a coupler that connects a drive shaft connected with a prime mover, e.g., a turbine or electric motor, with the polymer drive shaft, the coupler comprising openings through the coupler wall to the inner diameter of the coupler to allow fluid flow to the inner diameter of the coupled polymer drive shaft.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2022Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.Inventors: Preston L. Grothe, Matthew D. Cambronne, Joseph P. Higgins, William F. Kuester, III, Benjamin Haselman, Joshua J. Cranston, Ric A. Gould, Nicholas W. Rydberg
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Patent number: 11616247Abstract: A fuel cell membrane electrode assembly having: a proton exchange membrane, an anode catalyst coating on one side of the membrane, and a cathode catalyst coating on the other side of the membrane. The cathode catalyst coating has at least two carbon catalyst layers, with a low porosity layer adjacent to a high porosity layer. The high porosity layers have a volume fraction that is higher than the volume fraction of the low porosity layers.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2021Date of Patent: March 28, 2023Assignee: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Yannick Garsany, Robert Atkinson, III, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20210391589Abstract: A fuel cell membrane electrode assembly having: a proton exchange membrane, an anode catalyst coating on one side of the membrane, and a cathode catalyst coating on the other side of the membrane. The cathode catalyst coating has at least two carbon catalyst layers, with a low porosity layer adjacent to a high porosity layer. The high porosity layers have a volume fraction that is higher than the volume fraction of the low porosity layers.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2021Publication date: December 16, 2021Applicant: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Yannick Garsany, Robert Atkinson, III, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20210379501Abstract: The invention is a cost effective, structural building set, suitable as a toy, using post connectors (10) comprised of a post (12) with attached disks (14), or similar devices that insert into cutouts (31) in geometric shaped component parts (30, 80). More than one component part can be connected to the same post connector, and such component parts can rotate relative to the post axis. The connector design allows construction of stable structures of many sizes, shapes, and types, and readily facilitates hinging between different sections of such assembled structures.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2019Publication date: December 9, 2021Applicant: Creative Toys, LLCInventors: Brian D. Klauber, Benjamin Gould, Frank DeGiacomo, Robert D. Klauber
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Patent number: 10010184Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2016Date of Patent: July 3, 2018Assignee: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20180177302Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2016Publication date: June 28, 2018Applicant: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20170071350Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Applicant: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Patent number: 9486083Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2014Date of Patent: November 8, 2016Assignee: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20160016643Abstract: A floating mattress includes a first section coupled to a second section by a joint which provides for the first section to rotate relative to the second section. At least one the first section and the second section is filled with a buoyant material. A sidewall of at least one the first section and the second section is permeable to water.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2014Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Publication number: 20150289663Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2014Publication date: October 15, 2015Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Patent number: 9079646Abstract: A safety device comprising a body portion secured to the torso of a swimmer and having support straps and a handle to permit an instructor to provide support for the swimmer is disclosed. The safety device may be used for a variety of purposes, such as teaching individuals how to swim. During use, an instructor or other individual may provide support and/or guidance for the swimmer by lifting or pulling on the handle. The device may be constructed to provide both freedom of movement for the swimmer and direct contact with the instructor, thereby allowing for a safe, yet challenging, learning experience.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2014Date of Patent: July 14, 2015Assignee: AQUA-LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Benjamin Gould, Caitlin Wotherspoon
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Publication number: 20140325731Abstract: A safety device comprising a body portion secured to the torso of a swimmer and having support straps and a handle to permit an instructor to provide support for the swimmer is disclosed. The safety device may be used for a variety of purposes, such as teaching individuals how to swim. During use, an instructor or other individual may provide support and/or guidance for the swimmer by lifting or pulling on the handle. The device may be constructed to provide both freedom of movement for the swimmer and direct contact with the instructor, thereby allowing for a safe, yet challenging, learning experience.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2014Publication date: November 6, 2014Applicant: AQUA-LEISURE INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Benjamin Gould, Caitlin Wotherspoon
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Patent number: D719630Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2014Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Berenson, Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould
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Patent number: D738431Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2014Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Mason Fiske, Benjamin Gould
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Patent number: D740904Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2014Date of Patent: October 13, 2015Assignee: Aqua-Leisure Industries, Inc.Inventors: Peter Santaw, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Benjamin Gould