Patents by Inventor Christian A. Alvarez

Christian A. Alvarez 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: 10792178
    Abstract: An orthopedic device configured to provide support and/or resistance to a joint. The orthopedic device is adjustable and lightweight and configured to permit a substantial full range of motion of the joint. The orthopedic device can comprise a torso portion, an upper arm portion, and a support system, wherein at least the support system is adapted to mimic part of the muscular system structure and function of the muscles that are used during the range of motion of the joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Inventors: Christian A. Alvarez, Robert B. Murray, III, David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Publication number: 20180036161
    Abstract: The disclosure described herein is directed to an orthopedic device configured to provide support and/or resistance to a joint. The orthopedic device is adjustable and lightweight and configured to permit a substantial full range of motion of the joint. The orthopedic device can comprise a torso portion, an upper arm portion, and a support system, wherein at least the support system is adapted to mimic part of the muscular system structure and function of the muscles that are used during the range of motion of the joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2017
    Publication date: February 8, 2018
    Inventors: Christian A. Alvarez, Robert B. Murray, III, David Nelson, John Lucas