Patents by Inventor Braxton L. Lathrop

Braxton L. Lathrop 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: 10165950
    Abstract: A multi-parametric vital signs monitoring device configured for use as an ambulatory and a bedside monitor wherein the device can be patient-wearable and is battery powered. The monitoring device can be used with a charging cradle to provide power to the device in lieu of the battery as a power source for bedside applications, in which the cradle further serves as an intermediary device to enable a data link with a PC or other peripheral device. The monitoring device can include a wireless radio to enable bi-directional transfer of patient-related data to a separate remote station.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Assignee: WELCH ALLYN, INC.
    Inventors: Grant S. Gibson, Cory R. Gondek, Richard A. Sunderland, Steven D. Baker, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Christopher L. Dunn, Omer Kotzer
  • Patent number: 10136817
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Publication number: 20160296116
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2016
    Publication date: October 13, 2016
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Patent number: 9402545
    Abstract: A wireless medical device is disclosed. The wireless medical device comprises a processor, a memory, a sensor for detecting a physiological signal, a radio and a proximity detector to measure a distance of the wireless medical device relative to a second wireless medical device. The proximity detector includes a ranging functionality. A wireless communication channel is created when a distance between the wireless medical device and the second wireless medical device is within a first predetermined threshold. The distance is greater than zero.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2016
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop, Soundharya Nagasubramanian
  • Patent number: 9386924
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2016
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Publication number: 20150190053
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Publication number: 20150087933
    Abstract: A multi-parametric vital signs monitoring device configured for use as an ambulatory and a bedside monitor wherein the device can be patient-wearable and is battery powered. The monitoring device can be used with a charging cradle to provide power to the device in lieu of the battery as a power source for bedside applications, in which the cradle further serves as an intermediary device to enable a data link with a PC or other peripheral device. The monitoring device can include a wireless radio to enable bi-directional transfer of patient-related data to a separate remote station.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Grant S. Gibson, Cory R. Gondek, Richard A. Sunderland, Steven D. Baker, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Christopher L. Dunn, Omer Kotzer
  • Publication number: 20150050888
    Abstract: A wireless medical device is disclosed. The wireless medical device comprises a processor, a memory, a sensor for detecting a physiological signal, a radio and a proximity detector to measure a distance of the wireless medical device relative to a second wireless medical device. The proximity detector includes a ranging functionality. A wireless communication channel is created when a distance between the wireless medical device and the second wireless medical device is within a first predetermined threshold. The distance is greater than zero.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop, Soundharya Nagasubramanian
  • Patent number: 8957777
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2015
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Patent number: 8932217
    Abstract: A multi-parametric vital signs monitoring device configured for use as an ambulatory and a bedside monitor wherein the device can be patient-wearable and is battery powered. The monitoring device can be used with a charging cradle to provide power to the device in lieu of the battery as a power source for bedside applications, in which the cradle further serves as an intermediary device to enable a data link with a PC or other peripheral device. The monitoring device can include a wireless radio to enable bi-directional transfer of patient-related data to a separate remote station.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Grant S. Gibson, Cory R. Gondek, Richard A. Sunderland, Steven D. Baker, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Christopher L. Dunn, Omer Kotzer
  • Patent number: 8907782
    Abstract: A wireless medical device is disclosed. The wireless medical device comprises a processor, a memory, a sensor for detecting a physiological signal, a radio and a proximity detector to measure a distance of the wireless medical device relative to a second wireless medical device. The proximity detector includes a ranging functionality. A wireless communication channel is created when a distance between the wireless medical device and the second wireless medical device is within a first predetermined threshold. The distance is greater than zero.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop, Soundharya Nagasubramanian
  • Publication number: 20120001751
    Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2010
    Publication date: January 5, 2012
    Applicant: WELCH ALLYN, INC.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop
  • Publication number: 20120003933
    Abstract: A wireless medical device is disclosed. The wireless medical device comprises a processor, a memory, a sensor for detecting a physiological signal, a radio and a proximity detector to measure a distance of the wireless medical device relative to a second wireless medical device. The proximity detector includes a ranging functionality. A wireless communication channel is created when a distance between the wireless medical device and the second wireless medical device is within a first predetermined threshold. The distance is greater than zero.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2011
    Publication date: January 5, 2012
    Applicant: WELCH ALLYN, INC.
    Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Braxton L. Lathrop, Soundharya Nagasubramanian
  • Publication number: 20080281168
    Abstract: A multi-parametric vital signs monitoring device configured for use as an ambulatory and a bedside monitor wherein the device can be patient-wearable and is battery powered. The monitoring device can be used with a charging cradle to provide power to the device in lieu of the battery as a power source for bedside applications, in which the cradle further serves as an intermediary device to enable a data link with a PC or other peripheral device. The monitoring device can include a wireless radio to enable bi-directional transfer of patient-related data to a separate remote station.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2006
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Applicant: WELCH ALLYN, INC.
    Inventors: Grant S. Gibson, Cory R. Gondek, Richard A. Sunderland, Steven D. Baker, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Christopher L. Dunn, Omer Kotzer
  • Patent number: 5349132
    Abstract: A modular enclosure for personal computer systems, and methods for assembly of an enclosure. The enclosure substantially comprises a base, a unitary internal frame, a front and a back panel, and a U-shaped top cover. Frame-mounting snaps and cruciform members located on forward and rear portions of the frame mate to complimentary receiving openings in the base. Front and rear panels are mounted to the base, frame, and top cover by a plurality of panel-mounting snaps and hooks. A base electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield at the periphery of the shield having a plurality of planar tabbed fingers with hemispherical domes formed therein is then fitted and secured to the base such that the lateral edges of the fingers are recessed below a peripherally extending rim on the base. Thereafter, the internal frame is snapped into place upon the base, and a rear panel having an EMI shield fitted and secured to the base and frame by panel-mounting snaps and hooks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 20, 1994
    Assignee: Apple Computer, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne H. Miller, Bradley C. Helm, Wayman M. Lee, Braxton L. Lathrop, Jimmy A. Melton, Robert D. Chapman
  • Patent number: D516026
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2006
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael R. Barrett, Christopher Lorenzo Dunn, Grant S. Gibson, Omer Kotzer, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Carl E. Behrend
  • Patent number: D535031
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2007
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael R. Barrett, Christopher Lorenzo Dunn, Grant S. Gibson, Omer Kotzer, Robert T. Lewis, Braxton L. Lathrop, Carl E. Behrend
  • Patent number: D600814
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Assignee: Welch Allyn, Inc.
    Inventors: Braxton L. Lathrop, Michael D. McAtamney, Brian J. Skelton, William J. Smirles, James J. Shortt, Stephen A. Montgomery, Ah Leen Neo, Darrin S. Manke, Erin-Anne A. Lemieux
  • Patent number: D621511
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Zoll Medical Corporation
    Inventors: Braxton L. Lathrop, Michael D. McAtamney, Brian J. Skelton, William J. Smirles, James J. Shortt, Stephen A. Montgomery, Ah Leen Neo, Darrin S. Manke, Erin-Anne A. Lemieux