Patents by Inventor Charles Vaughn Cassingham

Charles Vaughn Cassingham 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: 11571493
    Abstract: Methods for preparing a PEG composition by co-precipitation of two or more components to produce a substantially homogenous powder. According to some embodiments, the two or more components are at least and partially soluble in a solvent, and at least one component is a functionalized PEG. Contacting the at least two component with the solvent at least partially dissolves the components which are then co-precipitated. The resulting product is substantially homogenous, unlike product made by other methods. The PEG composition may be co-precipitated with additional compounds, such as a colorant like indocyanine green.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2023
    Assignee: Neomend, Inc.
    Inventors: Tina Lanette McArthur, Tracy Hutchison, Jon McKannan, Charles Vaughn Cassingham
  • Patent number: 10987093
    Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for delivering sealing compound to a wound in animals, including humans. Such wound sealing is important after deep skin penetrating lacerations or subsequent to internal wounds. The apparatus utilize an aerosol dispensing system that both mixes and applies a multi-part sealant compound. The aerosol system includes a plurality of sealant component chambers, a source of pressurized gas, an aerosol mixing head, a pressure regulator, a pneumatic switch, and a component pumping mechanism. The aerosol system, either a reusable or a disposable device, is further provided with a system that keeps dry components from liquid components and then automatically mixes the liquid and dry components prior to application. The system provides for easy control over the application, inexpensive manufacture, and simplified preparation, thus minimizing the time needed for application and enhancing the potential outcomes of the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignee: NeoMend, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Vaughn Cassingham, William Jerome Mezger
  • Publication number: 20150045455
    Abstract: Methods for preparing a PEG composition by co-precipitation of two or more components to produce a substantially homogenous powder. According to some embodiments, the two or more components are at least and partially soluble in a solvent, and at least one component is a functionalized PEG. Contacting the at least two component with the solvent at least partially dissolves the components which are then co-precipitated. The resulting product is substantially homogenous, unlike product made by other methods. The PEG composition may be co-precipitated with additional compounds, such as a colorant like indocyanine green.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Applicant: NEOMEND, INC.
    Inventors: Tina Lanette Mcarthur, Tracy Hutchison, Jon Mckannan, Charles Vaughn Cassingham
  • Patent number: 8802146
    Abstract: A blended electrophilic material with a first component having a functionality of at least three and a second component having a functionality of two is mixed with a nucleophilic material. The blended electrophilic material cross-links with the nucleophilic material to form a non-liquid, three dimensional structure which can applied, e.g., as an adhesion barrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: Neomend, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Vaughn Cassingham, William Jerome Mezger
  • Patent number: 8642085
    Abstract: A blended electrophilic material with a first component having a functionality of at least three and a second component having a functionality of two is mixed with a nucleophilic material. The blended electrophilic material cross-links with the nucleophilic material to form a non-liquid, three dimensional structure which can applied, e.g., as an adhesion barrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Neomend, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Vaughn Cassingham, William Jerome Mezger
  • Publication number: 20110245866
    Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for delivering sealing compound to a wound in animals, including humans. Such wound sealing is important after deep skin penetrating lacerations or subsequent to internal wounds. The apparatus utilize an aerosol dispensing system that both mixes and applies a multi-part sealant compound. The aerosol system includes a plurality of sealant component chambers, a source of pressurized gas, an aerosol mixing head, a pressure regulator, a pneumatic switch, and a component pumping mechanism. The aerosol system, either a reusable or a disposable device, is further provided with a system that keeps dry components from liquid components and then automatically mixes the liquid and dry components prior to application. The system provides for easy control over the application, inexpensive manufacture, and simplified preparation, thus minimizing the time needed for application and enhancing the potential outcomes of the patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2011
    Publication date: October 6, 2011
    Applicant: NEOMEND, INC.
    Inventors: Charles Vaughn CASSINGHAM, William Jerome MEZGER
  • Publication number: 20100099852
    Abstract: A blended electrophilic material with a first component having a functionality of at least three and a second component having a functionality of two is mixed with a nucleophilic material. The blended electrophilic material cross-links with the nucleophilic material to form a non-liquid, three dimensional structure which can applied, e.g., as an adhesion barrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Applicant: NEOMEND, INC.
    Inventors: Charles Vaughn Cassingham, William Jerome Mezger