Patents by Inventor David E. Valentine, JR.

David E. Valentine, JR. 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: 20230200812
    Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2023
    Publication date: June 29, 2023
    Inventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, JR., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, JR., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
  • Patent number: 11660091
    Abstract: A surgical device including a handle assembly, an elongated portion, and outer band assembly, and inner band assembly, a trocar assembly, and a seal assembly is disclosed. At least a portion of the outer band assembly is disposed radially within the outer sleeve. At least a portion of the trocar assembly is disposed radially within the inner band assembly. The seal assembly includes a first annular seal and a second annular seal. The first annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer sleeve and radially outward of the outer band assembly. The second annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer band assembly and radially outward of the inner band assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2023
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Joseph Eisinger, David E. Valentine, Jr., Ramiro D. Cabrera, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick D. Mozdzierz, Jorge L. Boyd, Anthony Sgroi, Jr.
  • Patent number: 11607224
    Abstract: A method for powered surgical stapling instrument rotation adjustment includes measuring a change in position of a first motor shaft of the surgical stapling instrument relative to a stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft resulting from manual rotation of an adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument in relation to a handle assembly of the surgical stapling instrument, determining a distance traveled by a first drive assembly of the adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument resulting from the change in position of the first motor shaft, comparing the determined distance traveled to a first stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft, determining if the compared distance falls into a predetermined acceptable range of rotation positions, and adjusting the position of the drive shaft if the compared distance is not within the predetermined range.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2023
    Assignee: COVIDEN LP
    Inventors: David E. Valentine, Jr., Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, Justin Williams, Haley E. Strassner, James P. Delbo
  • Patent number: 11596400
    Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2023
    Assignee: COVIDIEN LP
    Inventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
  • Patent number: 11517305
    Abstract: A cartridge assembly includes a channel member defining a cavity, and a staple cartridge including a cartridge body. A plurality of pushers disposed within the cartridge body, such that each pusher includes a staple supporting surface that defines a first concavity and a second concavity that are separated by a central radiused convexity. Each staple of a plurality of staples is received within one retaining slot of a plurality of retaining slots. Each staple of the plurality of staples includes a back span, wherein the shape of each staple of the plurality staples corresponds to the shape of the staple supporting surface of each of the plurality of pushers. An actuation sled can be moved within the cartridge body, into sequential engagement with the plurality of pushers to urge the plurality of staples through the plurality of retaining slots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2022
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: David E. Valentine, Jr., Joseph T. Eisinger
  • Publication number: 20220071627
    Abstract: A surgical device including a handle assembly, an elongated portion, and outer band assembly, and inner band assembly, a trocar assembly, and a seal assembly is disclosed. At least a portion of the outer band assembly is disposed radially within the outer sleeve. At least a portion of the trocar assembly is disposed radially within the inner band assembly. The seal assembly includes a first annular seal and a second annular seal. The first annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer sleeve and radially outward of the outer band assembly. The second annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer band assembly and radially outward of the inner band assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2021
    Publication date: March 10, 2022
    Inventors: Joseph Eisinger, David E. Valentine, JR., Ramiro D. Cabrera, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick D. Mozdzierz, Jorge L. Boyd, Anthony Sgroi, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20220022878
    Abstract: A surgical stapling instrument includes an anvil assembly, a reload assembly, an adapter assembly, a processor, and a memory.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2021
    Publication date: January 27, 2022
    Inventors: Haley E. Strassner, Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, JR., Alexander J. Hart, James P. Delbo
  • Publication number: 20220015765
    Abstract: A method for powered surgical stapling instrument rotation adjustment includes measuring a change in position of a first motor shaft of the surgical stapling instrument relative to a stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft resulting from manual rotation of an adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument in relation to a handle assembly of the surgical stapling instrument, determining a distance traveled by a first drive assembly of the adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument resulting from the change in position of the first motor shaft, comparing the determined distance traveled to a first stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft, determining if the compared distance falls into a predetermined acceptable range of rotation positions, and adjusting the position of the drive shaft if the compared distance is not within the predetermined range
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2021
    Publication date: January 20, 2022
    Inventors: David E. Valentine, JR., Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, Justin Williams, Haley E. Strassner, James P. Delbo
  • Publication number: 20220015766
    Abstract: A surgical stapling instrument includes an anvil assembly, a reload assembly, an adapter assembly, a processor, and a memory. When clamping to a target pressure, the instructions cause the surgical stapling instrument to advance the anvil assembly in relation to a staple cartridge supported on the reload assembly to a first position to define a first tissue gap within a predetermined acceptable range of tissue gaps, measure a first force of tissue compression of tissue clamped within the first tissue gap with the anvil assembly in the first position, and enter a firing mode of the surgical stapling instrument if the first force of tissue compression is within a predetermined acceptable range of tissue compression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2021
    Publication date: January 20, 2022
    Inventors: Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, David E. Valentine, JR., Haley E. Strassner
  • Publication number: 20220008067
    Abstract: A cartridge assembly includes a channel member defining a cavity, and a staple cartridge including a cartridge body. A plurality of pushers disposed within the cartridge body, such that each pusher includes a staple supporting surface that defines a first concavity and a second concavity that are separated by a central radiused convexity. Each staple of a plurality of staples is received within one retaining slot of a plurality of retaining slots. Each staple of the plurality of staples includes a back span, wherein the shape of each staple of the plurality staples corresponds to the shape of the staple supporting surface of each of the plurality of pushers. An actuation sled can be moved within the cartridge body, into sequential engagement with the plurality of pushers to urge the plurality of staples through the plurality of retaining slots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2020
    Publication date: January 13, 2022
    Inventors: David E. Valentine, JR., Joseph T. Eisinger
  • Publication number: 20210315660
    Abstract: A surgical device includes an outer sleeve, and a luer. The outer sleeve includes an inner wall, a port and a housing. The port extends through the inner wall of the outer sleeve, and the housing is disposed within the port. The luer is configured for selective engagement with the housing, and includes an input portion and an exit port. The input portion is disposed radially outward of the outer sleeve when the luer is engaged with the housing. The input portion is configured for engagement with a source of fluid. The exit port is disposed radially inward of the inner wall of the outer sleeve when the luer is engaged with the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Inventors: Justin Williams, Ramiro D. Cabrera, Joseph Eisinger, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Jonathan W. Sapienza, Jon A. Wink
  • Publication number: 20210315663
    Abstract: Surgical devices having a valve to facilitate thoroughly cleaning and drying the surgical devices, tools for opening the valve, and methods of using or operating the same are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Inventors: Justin Williams, Ramiro D. Cabrera, Joseph Eisinger, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Jonathan W. Sapienza
  • Patent number: 10987107
    Abstract: A surgical stapling device includes a tool assembly having an anvil assembly and a staple cartridge, the anvil assembly is movable in relation to the staple cartridge between spaced and clamped positions. The anvil assembly includes a housing defining a recess and a mesh material positioned within the recess. The staple cartridge includes a body defining a plurality of staple receiving slots. Each of the staple receiving slots supports a staple. The staple receiving slots are aligned with the recess when the anvil assembly and the staple cartridge are in the clamped position such that the plurality of staples are ejected and penetrate into the mesh material when the tool assembly is fired. Each of the plurality of staples includes a backspan and a leg extending from each end of the backspan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Anthony Sgroi, Jr., Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, Jr., Joseph M. Guerrera
  • Publication number: 20200405304
    Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2020
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, JR., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, JR., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
  • Publication number: 20190008518
    Abstract: A surgical stapling device includes a tool assembly having an anvil assembly and a staple cartridge, the anvil assembly is movable in relation to the staple cartridge between spaced and clamped positions. The anvil assembly includes a housing defining a recess and a mesh material positioned within the recess. The staple cartridge includes a body defining a plurality of staple receiving slots. Each of the staple receiving slots supports a staple. The staple receiving slots are aligned with the recess when the anvil assembly and the staple cartridge are in the clamped position such that the plurality of staples are ejected and penetrate into the mesh material when the tool assembly is fired. Each of the plurality of staples includes a backspan and a leg extending from each end of the backspan.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2018
    Publication date: January 10, 2019
    Inventors: Anthony Sgroi, JR., Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, JR., Joseph M. Guerrera