Patents by Inventor Dean A. Bennett

Dean A. Bennett 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: 20240144286
    Abstract: Techniques for patient medical care are disclosed. These techniques include identifying a plurality of rules relating to a purchase of a medical item. The techniques further include selecting a first rule, of the plurality of rules, to apply to the purchase, including generating a specificity score for each of the plurality of rules, based on setting one or more bit values in each specificity score using matching criteria between the respective rule and the purchase and comparing the specificity scores for the plurality of rules. The techniques further include facilitating supply of the medical item to a patient based on completing the purchase using the selected first rule.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2023
    Publication date: May 2, 2024
    Inventors: Jennifer A. KEISER VOAS, Michael K. MILLER, Howard Ashley PIERCE-MORGAN, Dean BENNETT, Sam MAKONNEN, Stuart HOOD, Kim M. BECKER, Graham Macgregor PATERSON, Robert M. WRIGHT
  • Publication number: 20190093445
    Abstract: A rotating control device for sealing an annulus includes an outer housing, and a seal assembly disposed within the outer housing and configured to seal against a rotating tubular member extending axially through a throughbore of the outer housing, wherein the seal assembly includes an inner housing, a first proximity sensor disposed along an inner surface of the outer housing, and a first sensor element disposed along an outer surface of the inner housing, wherein the first proximity sensor is configured to measure the rotational speed of the seal assembly in response to rotation of the seal assembly in the outer housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2017
    Publication date: March 28, 2019
    Applicant: NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO, L.P.
    Inventors: Ajay KULKARNI, Frank SPRINGETT, Andoni ZAGOURIS, Dean BENNETT
  • Patent number: 9493985
    Abstract: A top drive includes a hydraulic motor in fluid communication with first inlet for a supply of pressurized drilling fluid. A drill string adapter is mechanically coupled to the hydraulic motor and is in fluid communication with the first inlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: National Oilwell Varco, L.P.
    Inventors: James William Weir, Dean A. Bennett
  • Publication number: 20150027782
    Abstract: A top drive includes a hydraulic motor in fluid communication with first inlet for a supply of pressurized drilling fluid. A drill string adapter is mechanically coupled to the hydraulic motor and is in fluid communication with the first inlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2013
    Publication date: January 29, 2015
    Applicant: National Oilwell Varco, L.P.
    Inventors: James William WEIR, Dean A. Bennett
  • Publication number: 20120217006
    Abstract: Generally, the present disclosure is directed to systems and methods for using the pressure control equipment positioned at a wellbore location to support loads generated during rig operations. One illustrative system disclosed herein includes at least one first pressure control device positioned proximate a first wellbore location, the at least one first pressure control device being adapted to retain wellbore pressure at the first wellbore location. The system also includes a first machine positioned proximate the at least one first pressure control device, the first machine being adapted to perform a first rig operation on the first wellbore location. Furthermore, the disclosed system includes a first structural support that is adapted to transfer loads generated by the first machine during the first rig operation to the at least one first pressure control device, wherein the at least one first pressure control device is adapted to support the loads.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2012
    Publication date: August 30, 2012
    Inventors: Frank Benjamin Springett, Dean Bennett, David Gilbert Reid
  • Patent number: 8214156
    Abstract: Systems, methods and devices are provided for improving data management between implantable medical devices (IMDs) and external devices for the detection of volume overload and volume depletion conditions. Data acquired by the IMD is periodically communicated to the external device where a volume overload monitoring algorithm is operated to detect whether a volume overload condition is present in the patient by monitoring the acquired data at the external device at a first lower, non-real-time frequency rate. Upon detection of a volume overload condition, the external device issues an instruction to the IMD causing the IMD to initiate a volume depletion condition monitoring algorithm for detecting in real time whether a volume depletion condition is present in the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2012
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Yong Kyun Cho, Tommy Dean Bennett
  • Patent number: 8181698
    Abstract: A multi-function multi-hole rig including multiple machines for accomplishing various rig functions, e.g., drilling machine(s), tripping machine(s), casing machine(s), cementing machine(s), workover machine(s), etc., for drilling, completing and/or working over multiple wellbores without moving the rig. Rig functions may be performed one after the other and/or simultaneously, while allowing other functions related to completion and production to continue simultaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: National Oilwell Varco L.P.
    Inventors: Frank Benjamin Springett, Dean A. Bennett, David Gilbert Reid
  • Patent number: 8078270
    Abstract: Continuous remote monitoring of patients based on data obtained from an implantable hemodynamic monitor provides an interactive patient management system. Using network systems, patients are remotely monitored to continuously diagnose and treat heart-failure conditions. A screen displayable summary provides continuous feedback and information to physicians, patients and authorized third parties. The quick look summary includes various sites and presentation tailored to match the patients' and physicians' needs. The quick look summary further includes intelligent features that understand and retain the user's interests, preferences and use patterns. Patients, physicians and other caregivers are seamlessly connected to monitor and serve the chronic needs of heart-failure patients in a reliable and economic manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Assignee: Medtronic, inc.
    Inventors: James D. Webb, Tom Dean Bennett
  • Publication number: 20110301445
    Abstract: Continuous remote monitoring of patients based on data obtained from an implantable hemodynamic monitor provides an interactive patient management system. Using network systems, patients are remotely monitored to continuously diagnose and treat heart-failure conditions. A screen displayable summary provides continuous feedback and information to physicians, patients and authorized third parties. The quick look summary includes various sites and presentation tailored to match the patients' and physicians' needs. The quick look summary further includes intelligent features that understand and retain the user's interests, preferences and use patterns. Patients, physicians and other caregivers are seamlessly connected to monitor and serve the chronic needs of heart-failure patients in a reliable and economic manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Publication date: December 8, 2011
    Inventors: James D. Webb, Tom Dean Bennett
  • Publication number: 20110052738
    Abstract: A topical pain formulation, comprising one or more analgesic compounds and a plurality of skin penetrants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2009
    Publication date: March 3, 2011
    Inventor: Gary Dean Bennett
  • Publication number: 20110021897
    Abstract: Continuous remote monitoring of patients based on data obtained from an implantable hemodynamic monitor provides an interactive patient management system. Using network systems, patients are remotely monitored to continuously diagnose and treat heart-failure conditions. A screen displayable summary provides continuous feedback and information to physicians, patients and authorized third parties. The quick look summary includes various sites and presentation tailored to match the patients' and physicians' needs. The quick look summary further includes intelligent features that understand and retain the user's interests, preferences and use patterns. Patients, physicians and other caregivers are seamlessly connected to monitor and serve the chronic needs of heart-failure patients in a reliable and economic manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Inventors: James D. Webb, Tom Dean Bennett
  • Patent number: 7831301
    Abstract: Continuous remote monitoring of patients based on data obtained from an implantable hemodynamic monitor provides an interactive patient management system. Using network systems, patients are remotely monitored to continuously diagnose and treat heart-failure conditions. A screen displayable summary provides continuous feedback and information to physicians, patients and authorized third parties. The quick look summary includes various sites and presentation tailored to match the patients' and physicians' needs. The quick look summary further includes intelligent features that understand and retain the user's interests, preferences and use patterns. Patients, physicians and other caregivers are seamlessly connected to monitor and serve the chronic needs of heart-failure patients in a reliable and economic manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: James D. Webb, Tom Dean Bennett
  • Publication number: 20100243324
    Abstract: A system and method for communicating with a drill string is provided. The system may have an apparatus including a coupler, a frame and an actuator. The coupler may be operatively connectable to a surface system and a downhole system for communication therewith. The frame may be for supporting the coupler and may be operatively connectable to a handling system. The actuator may be for moving the frame with the coupler between an engaged position operatively connected to an uppermost drill pipe of the downhole system and a disengaged position a distance from the uppermost drill pipe whereby the coupler selectively establishes a communication link between the surface system and the downhole system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2010
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: INTELLISERV, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel M. Veeningen, Frank Benjamin Springett, Dean Bennett
  • Publication number: 20100147524
    Abstract: A multi-function multi-hole rig including multiple machines for accomplishing various rig functions, e.g., drilling machine(s), tripping machine(s), casing machine(s), cementing machine(s), workover machine(s), etc., for drilling, completing and/or working over multiple wellbores without moving the rig. Rig functions may be performed one after the other and/or simultaneously, while allowing other functions related to completion and production to continue simultaneously.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Inventors: Frank Benjamin Springett, Dean A. Bennett, David Gilbert Reid
  • Publication number: 20100113895
    Abstract: Systems, methods and devices are provided for improving data management between implantable medical devices (IMDs) and external devices for the detection of volume overload and volume depletion conditions. Data acquired by the IMD is periodically communicated to the external device where a volume overload monitoring algorithm is operated to detect whether a volume overload condition is present in the patient by monitoring the acquired data at the external device at a first lower, non-real-time frequency rate. Upon detection of a volume overload condition, the external device issues an instruction to the IMD causing the IMD to initiate a volume depletion condition monitoring algorithm for detecting in real time whether a volume depletion condition is present in the patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Publication date: May 6, 2010
    Inventors: Yong Kyun Cho, Tommy Dean Bennett
  • Patent number: 7360603
    Abstract: A dual sided elevator for supporting a tubular member in a wellbore operation, the elevator in one aspect having an openable back end and an openable front end, either end openable by using opening apparatus at the front of the elevator; such an elevator with operation apparatus within an elevator body; and/or a top drive system which, in at least certain embodiments, has an apparatus connected below it for breaking connections and such an elevator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2008
    Assignee: Varco I/P, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Benjamin Springett, Eric T. Ensley, Dean A. Bennett, Raul Araujo
  • Patent number: 7350587
    Abstract: A guide is disclosed for facilitating the movement of tubulars in well operations. In one aspect, the guide is a pipe guide with a base, an upper extension apparatus, a lower extension apparatus with a first end pivotably secured to the upper extension apparatus and selectively extendable with the upper extension apparatus, and a pipe holder apparatus connected to the upper extension apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Assignee: Varco I/P, Inc.
    Inventors: Frank Benjamin Springett, Eric T. Ensley, Dean A. Bennett, James D. Brugman
  • Publication number: 20060113075
    Abstract: A pipe guide having, in at least certain embodiments, a base, upper extension apparatus pivotably secured to the base and selectively extendable from the base, lower extension apparatus having a first end and a second end, the first end pivotably secured to the upper extension apparatus, the lower extension apparatus selectively extendable with the upper extension apparatus, and pipe holder apparatus connected to the upper extension apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Publication date: June 1, 2006
    Inventors: Frank Springett, Eric Ensley, Dean Bennett, James Brugman
  • Publication number: 20060113087
    Abstract: A dual sided elevator for supporting a tubular member in a wellbore operation, the elevator in one aspect having an openable back end and an openable front end, either end openable by using opening apparatus at the front of the elevator; such an elevator with operation apparatus within an elevator body; and/or a top drive system which, in at least certain embodiments, has an apparatus connected below it for breaking connections and such an elevator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Publication date: June 1, 2006
    Inventors: Frank Springett, Eric Ensley, Dean Bennett, Raul Araujo
  • Patent number: D550716
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2007
    Inventor: Dean Bennett