Patents by Inventor Benjamin M. Davis

Benjamin M. Davis 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: 12637265
    Abstract: A vented transfer lid includes an inner collar projecting from a top panel of the transfer lid and having an outer circumferential surface having a texturized electrical discharge machining (EDM) surface finish. In some example forms, an interior surface of the top panel includes a texturized EDM surface finish. In example forms, the transfer lid includes a transfer port wherein at least a portion of an interior surface of the transfer port includes a texturized EDM surface finish. In other embodiments, at least a portion of the vented transfer lid comprises a nonpolar boundary such that fluids exposed to the nonpolar boundary bead and form droplets having a dimension rendering them incapable of passing through one or more vent paths.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2026
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: David A. Doornbos, Mariann Cary, Benjamin M. Davis
  • Publication number: 20260137598
    Abstract: An enteral dosing control coupling for engagement with an ENFit connector. The enteral dosing coupling includes a cylindrical collar defining a hollow internal chamber and a lumen extension tip projecting axially into the internal chamber and defining an internal lumen extending axially therethrough. The lumen extension tip is a separate piece and configured for coupling engagement with the cylindrical collar such that direct engagement with the lumen extension tip by a non-ENFit connector with required force causes retraction of the lumen extension tip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2026
    Publication date: May 21, 2026
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Aaron N. Ingram, Duane Webb, Mariann Cary
  • Patent number: 12539605
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for using simulated local demonstration data for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving perceptual data of a workcell of a robot to be configured to execute a task according to a skill template, wherein the skill template specifies one or more subtasks required to perform the skill, wherein at least one of the subtasks is a demonstration subtask that relies on learning visual characteristics of the workcell. A virtual model is generated of a portion of the workcell. A training system generates simulated local demonstration data from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell and tunes a base control policy for the demonstration subtask using the simulated local demonstration data generated from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2026
    Assignee: Intrinsic Innovation LLC
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Benjamin M. Davis, Ning Ye
  • Patent number: 12527723
    Abstract: An enteral dosing control coupling comprising a cylindrical collar defining a hollow internal chamber and a lumen extension tip projecting axially into the internal chamber, the lumen extension tip defining an internal lumen extending therethrough. In example forms, the lumen extension tip is integrally formed with the cylindrical collar. In other example forms, the lumen extension tip is a separate piece and is removably engageable within the cylindrical collar. In some example forms, the present invention relates to syringes, connectors, couplings, etc. having ISO 80369-3 formatted couplings. In other example forms, the present invention relates to connectors, couplings, etc. for adapting coupling formats other than the ISO 80369-3 coupling format to the ISO 80369-3 coupling format.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2026
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Aaron N. Ingram, Duane Webb, Mariann Cary
  • Publication number: 20260000877
    Abstract: A fluid administration device is disclosed. According to one example implementation, the fluid administration device includes a connector, a tube, and an applicator. The connector is configured to connect to a corresponding device, such as a syringe or other vessel filled with medication, colostrum, or other fluid. A proximal end of the tube can be affixed to the connector. A distal end of the tube can be connected to the applicator. Fluid from the corresponding device can flow into the fluid administration device via the connector, into the tube, and into the foam applicator. The applicator can be inserted into the buccal cavity of a patient and massaged along the buccal mucosa to administer the fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2025
    Publication date: January 1, 2026
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Marc S. Waldman, Lillian Sheedy, Carine Henderson
  • Patent number: 12447112
    Abstract: A fluid transfer connector or adapter for coupling a container or pharmacy bottle for facilitating the transfer of fluid or medicine from the bottle to a syringe, or from the syringe to the bottle. Optionally, an additional connector can be provided for coupling the fluid transfer connector to the syringe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2025
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Mark M. Costello, Brian Ledwith
  • Patent number: 12337134
    Abstract: A hub component for a vented connector including a generally elongate cylindrical body having a first end and a second end. The first end of the hub component includes one or more fingers or clips for engagement with one or more vents of the vented connector. The second end of the hub component can be configured for compatible engagement with a carbon dioxide detector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2025
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, David A. Doornbos
  • Publication number: 20250170383
    Abstract: A hub component for a vented connector including a generally elongate cylindrical body having a first end and a second end. The first end of the hub component includes one or more fingers or clips for engagement with one or more vents of the vented connector. The second end of the hub component can be configured for compatible engagement with a carbon dioxide detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2025
    Publication date: May 29, 2025
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, David A. Doornbos
  • Patent number: 12296484
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for distributing skill templates for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving from the user device by a skill template distribution system, a selection of an available skill template. The skill template distribution system provides a skill template, wherein the skill template comprises information representing a state machine of one or more tasks, and wherein the skill template specifies which of the one or more tasks are demonstration subtasks requiring local demonstration data. The skill template distribution system trains a machine learning model for the demonstration subtask using a local demonstration data to generate learned parameter values.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2025
    Assignee: Intrinsic Innovation LLC
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Benjamin M. Davis, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Ning Ye
  • Publication number: 20250120884
    Abstract: A lumen extension tip that is for use with an enteral syringe and for compatible fitting engagement within an internal conduit of a hub of a corresponding male coupling. The lumen extension tip includes an elongate cylindrical body, an internal conduit extending entirely through the cylindrical body, and a base portion comprising an outer peripheral surface and an abutment surface. The outer peripheral surface is configured for engagement with a hollow cylindrical barrel of the enteral syringe and the abutment surface configured for seating engagement with an upper surface of a platform defined within the hollow cylindrical barrel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2024
    Publication date: April 17, 2025
    Inventors: Benjamin M. DAVIS, Aaron N. INGRAM, Duane WEBB, Mariann CARY
  • Publication number: 20250050088
    Abstract: An enteral feeding connector, coupling or syringe tip configured for compatibility with blenderized feeding applications. The connector, coupling or syringe tip has a minimum internal bore dimension greater than the standard ENFit coupling specifications, to provide delivery of blenderized food.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2024
    Publication date: February 13, 2025
    Inventor: Benjamin M. Davis
  • Patent number: 12213946
    Abstract: An enteral dosing control coupling comprising a cylindrical collar defining a hollow internal chamber and a lumen extension tip projecting axially into the internal chamber, the lumen extension tip defining an internal lumen extending through the lumen extension tip. In example forms, the lumen extension tip is integrally formed with the cylindrical collar. In other example forms, the lumen extension tip is a separate piece and is removably engageable within the cylindrical collar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2025
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Aaron N. Ingram, Duane Webb, Mariann Cary
  • Publication number: 20240325249
    Abstract: A fluid transfer connector or adapter for coupling a container or pharmacy bottle for facilitating the transfer of fluid or medicine from the bottle to a syringe, or from the syringe to the bottle. Optionally, an additional connector can be provided for coupling the fluid transfer connector to the syringe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2024
    Publication date: October 3, 2024
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Mark M. Costello, Brian Ledwith
  • Patent number: 12036379
    Abstract: An enteral feeding connector, coupling or syringe tip configured for compatibility with blenderized feeding applications. The connector, coupling or syringe tip has a minimum internal bore dimension greater than the standard ENFit coupling specifications, to provide improved delivery of blenderized food.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventor: Benjamin M. Davis
  • Patent number: 12036183
    Abstract: A fluid transfer connector or adapter for coupling to a container or pharmacy bottle for facilitating the transfer of fluid or medicine from the bottle to a syringe, or from the syringe to the bottle. Optionally, an additional connector can be provided for coupling the fluid transfer connector to the syringe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Davis, Mark M. Costello, Brian Ledwith
  • Patent number: 11986958
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for using skill templates for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving a skill template for a task to be performed by a robot, wherein the skill template defines a state machine having a plurality of subtasks and one or more respective transition conditions between one or more of the subtasks. Local demonstration data for a demonstration subtask of the skill template is received, where the local demonstration data is generated from a user demonstrating how to perform the demonstration subtask with the robot. A machine learning model is refined for the demonstration subtask and the skill template is executed on the robot, causing the robot to transition through the state machine defined by the skill template to perform the task.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: Intrinsic Innovation LLC
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Benjamin M. Davis, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Ning Ye
  • Publication number: 20240157554
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for using simulated local demonstration data for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving perceptual data of a workcell of a robot to be configured to execute a task according to a skill template, wherein the skill template specifies one or more subtasks required to perform the skill, wherein at least one of the subtasks is a demonstration subtask that relies on learning visual characteristics of the workcell. A virtual model is generated of a portion of the workcell. A training system generates simulated local demonstration data from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell and tunes a base control policy for the demonstration subtask using the simulated local demonstration data generated from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Benjamin M. Davis, Ning Ye
  • Patent number: 11925791
    Abstract: A plunger for movably mounting within a cavity or barrel of a syringe. The plunger includes a contact face having a flange movably mounted thereto, wherein the flange is movable between an open configuration wherein an opening is formed between the flange and a portion of the plunger, the opening configured for engagement with an IV hook or other engagement member, and a closed configuration wherein the upper surfaces of the contact face and the flange are generally planar with one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: Avent, Inc.
    Inventor: Benjamin M. Davis
  • Patent number: 11820014
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for using simulated local demonstration data for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving perceptual data of a workcell of a robot to be configured to execute a task according to a skill template, wherein the skill template specifies one or more subtasks required to perform the skill, wherein at least one of the subtasks is a demonstration subtask that relies on learning visual characteristics of the workcell. A virtual model is generated of a portion of the workcell. A training system generates simulated local demonstration data from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell and tunes a base control policy for the demonstration subtask using the simulated local demonstration data generated from the virtual model of the portion of the workcell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: Intrinsic Innovation LLC
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Benjamin M. Davis, Ning Ye
  • Publication number: 20230356393
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for distributing skill templates for robotic demonstration learning. One of the methods includes receiving from the user device by a skill template distribution system, a selection of an available skill template. The skill template distribution system provides a skill template, wherein the skill template comprises information representing a state machine of one or more tasks, and wherein the skill template specifies which of the one or more tasks are demonstration subtasks requiring local demonstration data. The skill template distribution system trains a machine learning model for the demonstration subtask using a local demonstration data to generate learned parameter values.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2023
    Publication date: November 9, 2023
    Inventors: Bala Venkata Sai Ravi Krishna Kolluri, Stefan Schaal, Benjamin M. Davis, Ralf Oliver Michael Schönherr, Ning Ye