Patents by Inventor Charles C. Kuyava
Charles C. Kuyava 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: 8585580Abstract: Embodiments of an inflatable medical implant system configured for implantation in a patient to treat a condition of the patient comprise a first fluid path, an inflatable implant, an electric pump, a controller, and an implantable power supply that provides electrical power to the pump. The inflatable implant is in fluid communication with the first fluid path and is configured to serve a medical purpose. The electric pump is in fluid communication with the first fluid path. The controller is electrically coupled to the pump and is configured to activate the pump to drive a flow of fluid through the first fluid path. In one embodiment, the inflatable implant comprises and inflatable cuff or a penile prosthesis. Additional embodiments of the invention are directed to methods of operating embodiments of the inflatable medical implant system.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2009Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Shay Moshe Vaingast, Charles C. Kuyava
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Patent number: 8545391Abstract: A penile prosthesis implantation device comprises a barrel having a bore, an obturator and a needle clamp. The obturator has a longitudinal axis, a first end and a second end. The second end of the obturator is adapted for slidable insertion into the bore of the barrel. The needle clamp is coupled to the second end of the obturator and comprises first and second pinching surfaces that are separated by a gap.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2009Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gary Rocheleau
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Patent number: 8276591Abstract: A method of preventing inadvertent inflation of an implantable prosthetic includes biasing a valve assembly such that an outlet is substantially closed and using inadvertent pressure increases from the inlet to supplement the biasing of the valve assembly. It may further include the step of preventing fluid flow through the outlet by selectively varying fluid pressure within a bypass passageway having a first end which is in fluid communication with an inlet and a second end which is in fluid communication with a chamber. And, may also additionally include the step of displacing a flexible abutting wall disposed between the chamber and the valve assembly so that the abutting wall is caused to contact the valve assembly and urge the valve assembly into a closed position when the fluid pressure within the chamber exceeds a predetermined amount.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2008Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Gregory J. Henkel, Larry E. Waldack, Charles C. Kuyava, Randy L. Morningstar, John G. Almli
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Patent number: 8123674Abstract: An inflatable penile prosthesis cylinder of the present invention includes an inflatable chamber and a constraining sleeve of fabric. The inflatable chamber is configured to expand in response to an increase in pressure within the chamber. The sleeve of fabric constrains the expansion of the chamber, however, the sleeve of fabric includes a corrugation that facilitates some expansion of the sleeve.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2008Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventor: Charles C. Kuyava
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Patent number: 8114011Abstract: An inflatable penile prosthesis of the present invention includes a cylinder that has an external wall that defines a pressure chamber. That external wall preferably incorporates a number of corrugations that extend in a longitudinal direction of the cylinder. In a preferred embodiment, the external wall of the cylinder is formed of a polyurethane or of a material having a modulus of elasticity greater than that of silicone. The corrugations enable the cylinder to move from a small, deflated diameter to a much greater diameter in the inflated state.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2008Date of Patent: February 14, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventor: Charles C. Kuyava
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Patent number: 8109870Abstract: An inflatable penile prosthesis includes an implantable pump having a bypass valve. The bypass valve includes a cavity having a valve seat at a port, a poppet and a spring. The poppet includes a valve member and a stem extending from the valve member. In operation, the poppet includes a sealing position, where the valve member seals the port through contact with the valve seat, and a deflating position, where the valve member is displaced from the valve seat. The spring is configured to bias the valve member toward the valve seat, wherein the spring engages a portion of the stem while the poppet is in the deflating position.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2007Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gregory J. Henkel
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Patent number: 8062209Abstract: An implantable pump with a plurality of protrusions and grooves is described.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2010Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Randall P. Rowland, Gary A. Rocheleau, Charles C. Kuyava, Randy L. Morningstar
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Patent number: 8052594Abstract: A prosthetic device comprises a column formed of resilient material. The column comprises external protrusions that vary a girth of the column. The protrusions are separated by valleys that reduce bulk.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2008Date of Patent: November 8, 2011Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Stephanie A. George, Charles C. Kuyava, Sara E. Nelson, Randall P. Rowland
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Publication number: 20110087068Abstract: An implantable pump with a plurality of protrusions and grooves is described.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2010Publication date: April 14, 2011Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Randy L. Morningstar, Randall P. Rowland, Gary A. Rocheleau
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Patent number: 7918782Abstract: A prosthetic device comprises a column formed of resilient material and having a proximal end and a distal end. The prosthetic device comprises a bladder having a liquid cavity at the distal end. The bladder is inflatable and deflatable to increase and decrease a girth at the distal end of the prosthetic device. The prosthetic device comprises a liquid supply system that couples along the column to the bladder for selectively controlling liquid flow to the bladder to increase and decrease the girth.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2008Date of Patent: April 5, 2011Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Stephanie A. George, Sara Elizabeth Nelson, Randall P. Rowland, Charles C. Kuyava
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Patent number: 7914439Abstract: Pumps for use with inflatable implantable penile prostheses in accordance with the invention include features that can provide for free fluid flow during inflation and deflation modes of the pump. Pumps may also include a bypass chamber that is fluidly connected to the fluid passageway by a bypass input channel and a bypass output channel. The bypass chamber comprises a bypass check valve biased toward a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2009Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gary A. Rocheleau, Greg J. Henkel
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Patent number: 7874978Abstract: An implantable pump with a plurality of protrusions and grooves is described.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2005Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Randy L. Morningstar, Randall P. Rowland, Gary A. Rocheleau
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Publication number: 20110015738Abstract: Embodiments of an inflatable medical implant system configured for implantation in a patient to treat a condition of the patient comprise a first fluid path, an inflatable implant, an electric pump, a controller, and an implantable power supply that provides electrical power to the pump. The inflatable implant is in fluid communication with the first fluid path and is configured to serve a medical purpose. The electric pump is in fluid communication with the first fluid path. The controller is electrically coupled to the pump and is configured to activate the pump to drive a flow of fluid through the first fluid path. In one embodiment, the inflatable implant comprises and inflatable cuff or a penile prosthesis. Additional embodiments of the invention are directed to methods of operating embodiments of the inflatable medical implant system.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2009Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Shay Moshe Vaingast, Charles C. Kuyava
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Publication number: 20100168509Abstract: An implantable penile prosthesis having a protective surface protecting an inflatable cylinder from damage caused by repeated contact with kink resistant tubing. The protective surface is fabricated of a low friction material to reduce abrasive damage caused by the kink resistant tubing repeatedly rubbing against the inflatable cylinder. The protective surface can have cushioning or force distributing qualities to reduce impact forces caused by the kink resistant tubing repeatedly impacting the inflatable cylinder. The protective surface can be adapted to expand and contract with the inflation or deflation of the inflatable cylinder such that the protective surface does not deform the inflatable cylinder nor does the protective surface separate from the inflatable cylinder as the inflatable cylinder changes in size.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2009Publication date: July 1, 2010Inventor: Charles C. Kuyava
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Publication number: 20100160723Abstract: A delivery tool and related methods for transporting a pre-assembled implantable penile prosthesis to an operating room. The delivery tool includes at least a first cap with receptacles for receiving and retaining pre-connected components during transport to prevent shifting, tangling and/or damage to the pre-connected components. The receptacles can be adapted for receiving pre-connected components, tubing used to connect the components, as well as stand-alone components that are utilized during a surgical procedure. The delivery tool can include cushioning elements for protecting the pre-connected components from damage caused by shifting during transport.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Inventor: Charles C. Kuyava
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Publication number: 20100160722Abstract: A penile prosthesis implantation device comprises a barrel having a bore, an obturator and a needle clamp. The obturator has a longitudinal axis, a first end and a second end. The second end of the obturator is adapted for slidable insertion into the bore of the barrel. The needle clamp is coupled to the second end of the obturator and comprises first and second pinching surfaces that are separated by a gap.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gary Rocheleau
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Patent number: 7681518Abstract: A method of depositing a coating to a surface of an inflatable component by providing a vacuum chamber system having an inner chamber positioned within an outer chamber. At least one coating material is introduced into at least one of the inner and outer chambers to deposit a coating onto an exposed surface of the component. This invention also provides methods of masking portions of surfaces of an inflatable component to prevent a coating from being deposited on the masked portion.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2005Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, John W. Westrum, Jr., Gary J. Nachreiner, Mona J. Inman
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Publication number: 20100056859Abstract: Pumps for use with inflatable implantable penile prostheses in accordance with the invention include features that can provide for free fluid flow during inflation and deflation modes of the pump. Pumps may also include a bypass chamber that is fluidly connected to the fluid passageway by a bypass input channel and a bypass output channel. The bypass chamber comprises a bypass check valve biased toward a closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2009Publication date: March 4, 2010Inventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gary A. Rocheleau, Greg J. Henkel
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Patent number: 7637861Abstract: Pumps for use with inflatable implantable penile prostheses in accordance with the invention include features that can provide for free fluid flow during inflation and deflation modes of the pump. Pumps may also include a bypass chamber that is fluidly connected to the fluid passageway by a bypass input channel and a bypass output channel. The bypass chamber comprises a bypass check valve biased toward a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2005Date of Patent: December 29, 2009Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Charles C. Kuyava, Gary A. Rocheleau, Greg J. Henkel
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Publication number: 20090287042Abstract: A pump and valve assembly for an implantable prosthesis is provided with an internal actuating bar positioned such that when any portion of the housing is compressed, the check valves within are opened allowing for deflation of the cylinders. The pump and valve assembly also includes a textured surface over a portion of the housing to allow for quick identification of the component, as well as to make it easier for the patient to grasp it. The valve assembly further comprising an actuating bar which has ribs to enhance the spring force applied to a flow valve, a support structure to support and appropriately position the actuating bar, and a check valve made of metal with a segment covered with a plastic material.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2009Publication date: November 19, 2009Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: John G. Almli, Charles C. Kuyava, Randy L. Morningstar, Kevin R. Watts