Patents by Inventor Brian Nichols

Brian Nichols 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: 11944742
    Abstract: A method for veterinary administration of medication to an animal, particularly a horse, is disclosed. The method involves inserting a capsule containing the medication, which is a liquid formulation, into a device connected to a tubular chamber. An atomizer is activated to atomize the medication, producing atomized medication. Before administration, a force is applied to a mask placed over the animal's muzzle, connected to the chamber. The atomized medication is then delivered to the animal. The liquid formulation, in some instances, comprises cells, cellular byproducts, or cell-derived products such as stem cells or products from human mesenchymal stem cells. This formulation may lack preservatives and may encompass peptides, proteins, growth factors, cytokines, exosomes, and extracellular vesicles. The delivery mechanism may involve deflating an air bladder to convey the atomized medication.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2024
    Inventors: Pradeep Albert, Christine Nichols, David J. Condron, Brian Artze, Fadi Saba, Jesse Klein, Vijay Vad
  • Patent number: 11925748
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a capsule system for use with a medical device designed to administer atomized medication to patients. The system features a chamber containing the medication and an atomizer at a lower end for efficient drug delivery. Notably, the system incorporates a fluid sensor and electrical contacts to ensure proper operation and medication delivery. The capsule's design includes a housing with an asymmetrical transverse cross-sectional shape for unique fitting, and a tapered wall to direct medication towards the atomizer. The capsule may also connect to an external container or include a stopper for refilling medication. A specific embodiment features two chambers with a rupturing element to facilitate medication transfer. Another embodiment includes a removable container, like a vial, within the first chamber. This novel system provides improvements in accuracy, versatility, and user-friendliness, overcoming limitations in prior art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Inventors: Pradeep Albert, Christine Nichols, David J. Condron, Brian Artze, Fadi Saba, Jesse Klein, Vijay Vad
  • Patent number: 9042094
    Abstract: An insertion and removal assembly for installing and removing hard drives from an enclosure, such as a computer chassis, is provided. The insertion and removal assembly includes a sliding member configured to receive a hard drive, a lever handle rotatably connected to the sliding member and an attachment wall having a plurality of protrusions defining a plurality of slots, each slot configured to receive one sliding member. A user reveals a slot for accepting the installation of the hard drive in the enclosure by pushing a tab on the attachment wall near a distal portion of the lever handle to release the lever handle and then pulling the lever handle outward exposing the sliding member. A hard drive is inserted into the sliding member and pushed inwardly into the chassis. Conversely, the sliding member can contain a hard drive which is partially ejected by unlatching and subsequently pulling the lever.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: Sanmina Corporation
    Inventors: David Williams, Kevin Alan Patin, Brian Nichols, Paul Amdahl
  • Patent number: 8788298
    Abstract: An online safe driver community having driving and vehicle related information and services made available to members of the community. A method for covering costs associated with an insurance deductible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: Collision Guard Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Nichols, Dan Nichols, James Nichols, Linda Nichols, Russ Nichols
  • Publication number: 20130229766
    Abstract: An insertion and removal assembly for installing and removing hard drives from an enclosure, such as a computer chassis, is provided. The insertion and removal assembly includes a sliding member configured to receive a hard drive, a lever handle rotatably connected to the sliding member and an attachment wall having a plurality of protrusions defining a plurality of slots, each slot configured to receive one sliding member. A user reveals a slot for accepting the installation of the hard drive in the enclosure by pushing a tab on the attachment wall near a distal portion of the lever handle to release the lever handle and then pulling the lever handle outward exposing the sliding member. A hard drive is inserted into the sliding member and pushed inwardly into the chassis. Conversely, the sliding member can contain a hard drive which is partially ejected by unlatching and subsequently pulling the lever.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: September 5, 2013
    Applicant: SANMINA CORPORATION
    Inventors: DAVID WILLIAMS, KEVIN ALAN PATIN, BRIAN NICHOLS, PAUL AMDAHL
  • Publication number: 20120059724
    Abstract: An online safe driver community having driving and vehicle related information and services made available to members of the community. A method for covering costs associated with an insurance deductible.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Inventors: Brian Nichols, Dan Nichols, James Nichols, Linda Nichols, Russ Nichols
  • Publication number: 20110303664
    Abstract: The Trash Can Fogger is a deodorizer and disinfectant that infuses a refuse container with a refreshing, sanitary substance when impacted on the inner surface of the unit. This product is packaged in a pressurized metal canister, which releases a measured portion of its contents in response to applied pressure. A safety tab removed prior to use is incorporated into the design of the dispenser nozzle, thus preventing accidental release of the spray. In addition, encircling the top of the canister is a raised rim, which prevents the dispenser nozzle from coming into contact with other objects, should the canister be knocked over or fall to the ground. The exterior of the Trash Can Fogger boasts the product logo, while important safety information and instructions for use are boldly imprinted on the back of the unit. Inside, a pressurized vapor made up of non-toxic, environmentally safe disinfectant and deodorizing solution, upon release, linger in the air, attaching to airborne bacteria and odor molecules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2011
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Inventor: Brian Nichols
  • Publication number: 20080277466
    Abstract: A method and service and computer program product to link and synchronize subscriptions to be used at multiple washing facilities. RFID technology is used in the method and service to keep track of active subscriptions and the types and prices of washing services that are available to the subscriber. In one embodiment, subscription and RFID tag information stored at the local washing facilities are linked together and stored in a host server. The host server will periodically synchronize data between all connected washing facilities so there is consistency as to the subscriptions, active RFID tags, and types and prices of washing services.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2008
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Applicant: XpresSystems, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Nichols Dohm, Anthony Dean Force, Shawn Michael Koehnen
  • Patent number: 6655167
    Abstract: Rubber chips are immersed in a coolant to cool the chips to a the temperature in the range of −90 degrees to −110 degrees Celsius. The coolant contains alcohol such as n-butyl alcohol, methanol, pentane and is cooled by nitrogen. The cooled chips are then comminuted to a powder in the range of 10 mesh to 100 mesh ASTM in size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Assignee: First American Scientific Corp.
    Inventors: Calvin Leslie Kantonen, John Brian Nichols, Philip Coulter
  • Publication number: 20020189264
    Abstract: Rubber chips are immersed in a coolant to cool the chips to a the temperature in the range of −90 degrees to −110 degrees Celsius. The coolant contains alcohol such as n-butyl alcohol, methanol, pentane and is cooled by nitrogen. The cooled chips are then comminuted to a powder in the range of 10 mesh to 100 mesh ASTM in size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2002
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Inventors: Calvin L. Kantonen, John Brian Nichols, Philip Coulter