Patents by Inventor Brian A. Garner
Brian A. Garner 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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Publication number: 20230320323Abstract: The present invention provides a mechanical apparatus that simulates animal movement with a high degree of accuracy. In at least some embodiments, the mechanical apparatus uses interlinked multiple four-bar linkages to provide nonlinear compound movement. Multiple four-bar linkages may be progressively linked to other four-bar linkages to produce such compound movement. The current invention improves the realism of the animal mannequin motion by using.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 7, 2023Publication date: October 12, 2023Applicant: BAYLOR UNIVERSITYInventor: Brian A. GARNER
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Patent number: 11198004Abstract: A system includes a memory and a processor. The memory is configured to store a definition of a cardiac pacing protocol. The processor is configured to (a) receive the stored definition of the cardiac pacing protocol, (b) in accordance with the pacing protocol, to automatically pace from an intracardiac location and to acquire respective sensed ECG signals, (c) based on one or more prespecified criteria for validity of the sensed ECG data, automatically accept or reject the sensed ECG signals, (d) based on one or more prespecified criteria for identification of an arrhythmia, identify the intracardiac location as an arrhythmogenic focus or pathway, (e) overlay the identified intracardiac location an electrophysiological (EP) map, and (f) subsequently identify or reject a new intracardiac location as an arrhythmogenic focus or pathway and overlay the new location on the EP map when pacing again from the new intracardiac location.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2019Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: BIOSENSE WEBSTER (ISRAEL) LTD.Inventors: John Brian Garner, Inna Yarin, Yaniv Ben Zrihem
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Publication number: 20200324118Abstract: A system includes a memory and a processor. The memory is configured to store a definition of a cardiac pacing protocol. The processor is configured to (a) receive the stored definition of the cardiac pacing protocol, (b) in accordance with the pacing protocol, to automatically pace from an intracardiac location and to acquire respective sensed ECG signals, (c) based on one or more prespecified criteria for validity of the sensed ECG data, automatically accept or reject the sensed ECG signals, (d) based on one or more prespecified criteria for identification of an arrhythmia, identify the intracardiac location as an arrhythmogenic focus or pathway, (e) overlay the identified intracardiac location an electrophysiological (EP) map, and (f) subsequently identify or reject a new intracardiac location as an arrhythmogenic focus or pathway and overlay the new location on the EP map when pacing again from the new intracardiac location.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2019Publication date: October 15, 2020Applicant: Biosense Webster (Israel) Ltd.Inventors: John Brian Garner, Inna Yarin, Yaniv Ben Zrihem
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Patent number: 9907526Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images, such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, the system can measure an interval between a first bone and a second bone that may be useful for medical analysis.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2015Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignees: Baylor University, Scott & White HealthcareInventors: Brian A. Garner, Christopher Chaput, Jacob Hoffman
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Patent number: 9877692Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images, such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, the system can measure an interval between a first anatomical feature and a second anatomical feature that may be useful for medical analysis.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2015Date of Patent: January 30, 2018Assignees: Baylor University, Scott & White HealthcareInventors: Brian A. Garner, Christopher Chaput, Jacob Hoffman
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Patent number: 9360093Abstract: A platform is provided, which platform is adapted to engage a base through a multiplicity of pulley engaging cables. A first end of each cable is attached to a cam follower assembly located on the base and a second portion of the cable is attached to the platform. A motor driving the multiplicity of cams, cam followers, and cables will move the platform, the platform typically being suspended above the base on the cables or the cables and compression springs.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2014Date of Patent: June 7, 2016Assignee: BAYLOR UNIVERSITYInventor: Brian A. Garner
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Publication number: 20150265236Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images, such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, the system can measure an interval between a first anatomical feature and a second anatomical feature that may be useful for medical analysis.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2015Publication date: September 24, 2015Inventors: Brian A. GARNER, Christopher CHAPUT, Jacob HOFFMAN
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Publication number: 20150265235Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images, such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, the system can measure an interval between a first bone and a second bone that may be useful for medical analysis.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2015Publication date: September 24, 2015Inventors: Brian A. GARNER, Christopher CHAPUT, Jacob HOFFMAN
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Patent number: 9078621Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, system can measure the basion-dens interval (BDI), which has been shown to be an effective indicator of ligament injury within the occipito-cervical complex (“OCC”) that may not present with other symptoms, is not revealed with standard CT imaging, and is of mortal danger to the patient if untreated. The system can automate interpreting CT scanned images and alert medical personnel about the risk of OCC ligament damage.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2013Date of Patent: July 14, 2015Assignees: Baylor University, Scott & White HealthcareInventors: Brian A. Garner, Christopher Chaput, Jacob Hoffman
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Publication number: 20150020620Abstract: A platform is provided, which platform is adapted to engage a base through a multiplicity of pulley engaging cables. A first end of each cable is attached to a cam follower assembly located on the base and a second portion of the cable is attached to the platform. A motor driving the multiplicity of cams, cam followers, and cables will move the platform, the platform typically being suspended above the base on the cables or the cables and compression springs.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2014Publication date: January 22, 2015Inventor: Brian A. Garner
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Patent number: 8852010Abstract: A platform is provided, which platform is adapted to engage a base through a multiplicity of pulley engaging cables. A first end of each cable is attached to a cam follower assembly located on the base and a second portion of the cable is attached to the platform. A motor driving the multiplicity of cams, cam followers, and cables will move the platform, the platform typically being suspended above the base on the cables or the cables and compression springs.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2012Date of Patent: October 7, 2014Assignee: Baylor UniversityInventor: Brian A. Garner
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Publication number: 20140133726Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system using software and associated equipment to automatically identify two or more preselected anatomical features by examining pixels within images such as computerized tomography (CT) scanned images, determining appropriate measurements between such identified features based on dimensions and scaling available within the image file, comparing these measurements to normative data, and providing output of the results to a user, such as medical personnel. In at least one embodiment, system can measure the basion-dens interval (BDI), which has been shown to be an effective indicator of ligament injury within the occipito-cervical complex (“OCC”) that may not present with other symptoms, is not revealed with standard CT imaging, and is of mortal danger to the patient if untreated. The system can automate interpreting CT scanned images and alert medical personnel about the risk of OCC ligament damage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2013Publication date: May 15, 2014Applicants: SCOTT & WHITE HEALTHCARE, BAYLOR UNIVERSITYInventors: Brian A. GARNER, Christopher CHAPUT, Jacob HOFFMAN
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Patent number: 8425384Abstract: An exercise machine which includes a frame which is connected to a series of pivotable links. A user sits on one of the links and applies force, typically with his legs, to a drive link. At least two of the links are connected by some form of resistance, such as hydraulic cylinder. When the user presses against one of the links, resistance is applied, through the links, by the weight of the user and the hydraulic cylinder.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2006Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Assignee: Baylor UniversityInventor: Brian Garner
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Publication number: 20130045812Abstract: A platform is provided, which platform is adapted to engage a base through a multiplicity of pulley engaging cables. A first end of each cable is attached to a cam follower assembly located on the base and a second portion of the cable is attached to the platform. A motor driving the multiplicity of cams, cam followers, and cables will move the platform, the platform typically being suspended above the base on the cables or the cables and compression springs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2012Publication date: February 21, 2013Applicant: Baylor UniversityInventor: Brian A. Garner
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Patent number: 7530934Abstract: An exercise machine including a frame and a drive arm pivotedly engaged to the frame, for example, on an upright thereof. A cylinder is mounted at one point to the frame and, at a removed end of a plunger, has links or rod members to engage the removed end of the plunger to the frame and also to the drive arm.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2007Date of Patent: May 12, 2009Inventor: Brian Garner
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Patent number: 7481752Abstract: An exercise machine, more specifically, an abdominal exercise machine. The abdominal exercise machine consists of a frame upon which the user sits, the frame having a support arm tilted backward from vertical with the lower lumbar region against a seat member. Pivotally attached to the frame is an upper seat rest assembly that has a pair of handles and a pad designed to lay against the upper back of the user. The seat back assembly moves with the upper body of the user, the hands of the user assisting in maintaining the upper seat back member against the upper back, while the user moves from a tilted back position to a crunch position, and simulating a traditional sit-up movement.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2006Date of Patent: January 27, 2009Assignee: Baylor UniversityInventor: Brian A. Garner
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Publication number: 20080096742Abstract: An exercise machine, more specifically, an abdominal exercise machine. The abdominal exercise machine consists of a frame upon which the user sits, the frame having a support arm tilted backward from vertical with the lower lumbar region against a seat member. Pivotally attached to the frame is an upper seat rest assembly that has a pair of handles and a pad designed to lay against the upper back of the user. The seat back assembly moves with the upper body of the user, the hands of the user assisting in maintaining the upper seat back member against the upper back, while the user moves from a tilted back position to a crunch position, and simulating a traditional sit-up movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2006Publication date: April 24, 2008Inventor: Brian A. Garner
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Patent number: D1025472Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2021Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: Dyson Technology LimitedInventors: Simon Brian McNamee, Edward Sebert Maurice Shelton, Clément Bernard Christmann, Wee Guan Tan, Bun Tiong Chua, Min Yu Nicole Chian, Paul Thomas Brittell, Be Seng Lok, Gerald Eng, Stephen Benjamin Courtney, Peter David Gammack, Leanne Joyce Garner, Laura Anne Howard
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Patent number: D1025473Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2021Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: Dyson Technology LimitedInventors: Simon Brian McNamee, Edward Sebert Maurice Shelton, Clément Bernard Christmann, Wee Guan Tan, Bun Tiong Chua, Min Yu Nicole Chian, Paul Thomas Brittell, Be Seng Lok, Gerald Eng, Stephen Benjamin Courtney, Peter David Gammack, Leanne Joyce Garner, Laura Anne Howard
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Patent number: D1026311Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2021Date of Patent: May 7, 2024Assignee: Dyson Technology LimitedInventors: Wei Phang Lim, Callum Wright, Nathan Andrew Thomas, James Robert Alexander Fisher, Gerald Eng, Graeme McPherson, Simon Brian McNamee, Edward Sebert Maurice Shelton, Stephen Benjamin Courtney, Peter David Gammack, Leanne Joyce Garner, Laura Anne Howard