Patents by Inventor Charles E. Lundy

Charles E. Lundy 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).

  • Publication number: 20230029969
    Abstract: A tape for use with braces or aligners includes a member of flexible and stretchable material that is infused with an ingredient to improve oral care during treatment with braces or aligners. The material includes two or more layers of material that are laminated together and that include a first layer of polymer film and a second layer of hydrogel material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2022
    Publication date: February 2, 2023
    Inventors: Sima Yakoby Epstein, Charles E. Lundy, JR., Harold Howlett
  • Publication number: 20220226228
    Abstract: An orthodontic chew for use with braces includes an elongated tubular member made of a chewable food grade silicone and including an ingredient that improves oral health during usage of braces. A comfort tape for use with braces includes a strip of flexible and stretchable material that is infused with an ingredient to improve oral care during treatment with braces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2022
    Publication date: July 21, 2022
    Inventors: Sima Yakoby Epstein, Charles E Lundy, JR., Harold Howlett
  • Patent number: 9576311
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2017
    Assignee: Bayer HealthCare LLC
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20150371313
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Patent number: 9038482
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20140107966
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20140107967
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: BIN XIA, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20140107968
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20140033829
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20130291398
    Abstract: Disclosed is a footwear insole for increasing comfort in high heel shoes by providing a base layer extending from a heel to a forefoot of a foot, and a raised portion prominent from the top of the base layer and situated substantially under an arch of the foot, in which the raised portion is configured to increase support of the plantar fascia of the foot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: JANE M. CAPPAERT, Harold A. Howlett, Philip c. Yang, Charles E. Lundy, JR.
  • Patent number: 8479413
    Abstract: Disclosed is a footwear insole for alleviating arthritis pain of the foot, knee, and/or hip by providing a rigid shell layer for arch support, and a topcloth, an upper cushioning layer, and a lower cushioning layer for cushioning. Further, the rigid shell layer includes a shell aperture, and the lower cushioning layer includes a lower layer aperture, through which a portion of the upper cushioning layer extends for cushioning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard T. Avent, Jane M. Cappaert, Charles E. Lundy, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20130042502
    Abstract: An insole for insertion into footwear, comprising a forefoot portion, a midfoot portion and a heel portion; the midfoot portion connecting together the forefoot portion and the heel portion; said insole comprising a cushioning layer of a viscoelastic gel material which provides a cushioning function; and wherein the midfoot portion and the heel portion comprise a peripheral edge that curves upwards.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventors: Bernard F. Grisoni, Philip C. Yang, Richard T. Avent, Charles E. Lundy, JR.
  • Publication number: 20120198949
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20120197161
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Publication date: August 2, 2012
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20120191554
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20120143092
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Publication number: 20120060304
    Abstract: A cushioning device comprising a sticky surface, the device comprising a gel material bound to a thermoplastic film material having a polarity compatible with the gel material, wherein the thermoplastic film material further comprises a pressure sensitive adhesive located on a surface of the film material opposite to the surface that is bonded to the gel material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2011
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Applicant: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip C. Yang, Charles E. Lundy, JR.
  • Patent number: 8117922
    Abstract: A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Bin Xia, Harold A. Howlett, Charles E. Lundy
  • Patent number: 8066698
    Abstract: A cryosurgery device includes an aerosol container holding a liquid refrigerant and having a valve and a stem extending out therefrom; an actuator seated on the stem and including an outlet tube for receiving released refrigerant from the container; a hub mounted on the container and including slots therein; and a base having a central opening for receiving the hub, the base including aligning projections that enter the slots in the hub to engage and apply pressure to the actuator to cause the actuator to depress the stem and release refrigerant into the base. The container may further contain an applicator tube mounted to the hub in fluid communication with the outlet tube with a porous tip mounted to a distal end of the applicator tube for receiving the refrigerant and, being chilled thereby, applied to a skin lesion to be treated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: MSD Consumer Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Harold A. Howlett, Robert C. Johnson, Charles E. Lundy, Jr., Eric Chen-nan Su
  • Patent number: 7976867
    Abstract: A dermal, transdermal, mucosal or transmucosal delivery device is provided. The device includes a backing layer, defining an ingredient containing reservoir, a cover for the reservoir having at least one opening therethrough, an adhesive layer and a liner layer. Upon removal of the liner layer, the device may be placed over the desired area of the skin or mucosa and adhesively applied thereto allowing the ingredients to flow from the reservoir through the at least one opening to the dermis or mucosa.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2011
    Assignees: Schering-Plough Healthcare Products Inc., Corium International
    Inventors: Charles E. Lundy, Gary Wynn Cleary, Adrian Louis Faasse, Michael George Marcoux, Sreenivasu Mudumba