Patents by Inventor Dexing Pang
Dexing Pang 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).
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Publication number: 20170197082Abstract: The present invention is a nerve stimulation system for treating pain in a patient, the system comprising an implantable device (100) having: a housing (18) having a power source; and at least one stimulation electrode (17) arranged on the housing (18) and in electrical communication with the power source, the stimulation electrode (17) adapted to transmit an electrical signal for stimulating at least one nerve cell of the patient, and wherein the power in the power source is wirelessly generated. The fact that the device (100) at least one stimulation electrode (17) arranged on the housing (18) advantageously provides a compact and miniature device for simple, minimally invasive implantation into a patient to treat pain. The size of said device (100) allows it to work with commomly used injectors such as a standard medical syringe and a stainless steel needle. Further, the device (100) can be powered wirelessly, which allows said device (100) to be implanted for a long period of time.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2015Publication date: July 13, 2017Inventors: Dexing PANG, Qiongzhen LONG
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Publication number: 20160310048Abstract: The present invention provides a fully implantable device for monitoring at least one physiological parameter of an individual. The device comprises at least one sensor configured to generate a sensor signal representative of the physiological parameter, where each sensor has at least one electrode and at least one membrane adapted to separate the electrode from a medium external to the device. The device also has a programmable chip configured to receive, process and transmit the sensor signal, and a housing adapted to accommodate the sensor and the programmable chip. The present invention further includes a transponder for working with the device and a kit including the device and a means for implantation of the device. Furthermore, the present invention includes a system for monitoring at least one physiological parameter of an individual, the system including a fully implantable device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2014Publication date: October 27, 2016Inventors: Dexing PANG, Qiongzhen LONG
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Patent number: 8862393Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a remote device that includes a sensor for determining or measuring a desired parameter, a receiver for receiving position data from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite system, a processor for determining whether or not alert conditions are present and a wireless transceiver for transmitting the measured parameter data and the position data to a central station, such as an application service provider (ASP). The ASP, in turn, may communicate the measured data, position data and notification of any alerts to an end user via an alert device. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2008Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Assignee: Konsillus Networks LLCInventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang, Yiu-Cho Alan Tong, Ning Lin, David Ralph Addington, Rowena Lampa Albanna, Amro Albanna, Keith L. Bolton
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Publication number: 20080186166Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a remote device that includes a sensor for determining or measuring a desired parameter, a receiver for receiving position data from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite system, a processor for determining whether or not alert conditions are present and a wireless transceiver for transmitting the measured parameter data and the position data to a central station, such as an application service provider (ASP). The ASP, in turn, may communicate the measured data, position data and notification of any alerts to an end user via an alert device. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2008Publication date: August 7, 2008Inventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang, Yiu-Cho Alan Tong, Ning Lin, David Ralph Addington, Rowena Lampa Albanna, Amro Albanna, Keith L. Bolton
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Publication number: 20080033273Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable passively-powered on-chip transponder. The bio-sensor system is specifically adapted to provide a substantially stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly that is included with the on-chip transponder. The remote transponder is also configured to remotely receive data representative of a physiological parameter of the patient as well as identification data and may enable readout of one or more of the physiological parameters that are measured, processed and transmitted by the on-chip transponder upon request by the remote transponder.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2007Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Patent number: 7297112Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable passively-powered on-chip transponder. The bio-sensor system is specifically adapted to provide a substantially stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly that is included with the on-chip transponder. The remote transponder is also configured to remotely receive data representative of a physiological parameter of the patient as well as identification data and may enable readout of one or more of the physiological parameters that are measured, processed and transmitted by the on-chip transponder upon request by the remote transponder.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2006Date of Patent: November 20, 2007Assignee: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Patent number: 7241266Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable on-chip transponder. A power supply collects alternating current voltage pulses from an electro-active polymer generator embedded in muscle tissue for generating power for the on-chip transponder. The power supply is specifically adapted to provide a stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly to enhance the accuracy of measurements of a physiological parameter of a patient. The remote transponder receives data representative of the physiological parameter such as glucose concentration levels. The data is processed and transmitted to the remote transponder by the on-chip transponder.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2004Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Publication number: 20070038054Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable passively-powered on-chip transponder. The bio-sensor system is specifically adapted to provide a substantially stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly that is included with the on-chip transponder. The remote transponder is also configured to remotely receive data representative of a physiological parameter of the patient as well as identification data and may enable readout of one or more of the physiological parameters that are measured, processed and transmitted by the on-chip transponder upon request by the remote transponder.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2006Publication date: February 15, 2007Inventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Patent number: 7125382Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable passively-powered on-chip transponder. The bio-sensor system is specifically adapted to provide a substantially stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly that is included with the on-chip transponder. The remote transponder is also configured to remotely receive data representative of a physiological parameter of the patient as well as identification data and may enable readout of one or more of the physiological parameters that are measured, processed and transmitted by the on-chip transponder upon request by the remote transponder.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2004Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Assignee: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Publication number: 20050261562Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable passively-powered on-chip transponder. The bio-sensor system is specifically adapted to provide a substantially stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly that is included with the on-chip transponder. The remote transponder is also configured to remotely receive data representative of a physiological parameter of the patient as well as identification data and may enable readout of one or more of the physiological parameters that are measured, processed and transmitted by the on-chip transponder upon request by the remote transponder.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2004Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, Wiliam Li
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Publication number: 20050261563Abstract: Provided is a bio-sensor system which utilizes radio frequency identification technology and which includes a remote transponder in wireless communication with an implantable on-chip transponder. A power supply collects alternating current voltage pulses from an electro-active polymer generator embedded in muscle tissue for generating power for the on-chip transponder. The power supply is specifically adapted to provide a stable and precise sensor reference voltage to a sensor assembly to enhance the accuracy of measurements of a physiological parameter of a patient. The remote transponder receives data representative of the physiological parameter such as glucose concentration levels. The data is processed and transmitted to the remote transponder by the on-chip transponder.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2004Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, William Li
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Publication number: 20050250440Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a remote device that includes a sensor for determining or measuring a desired parameter, a receiver for receiving position data from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite system, a processor for determining whether or not alert conditions are present and a wireless transceiver for transmitting the measured parameter data and the position data to a central station, such as an application service provider (ASP). The ASP, in turn, may communicate the measured data, position data and notification of any alerts to an end user via an alert device. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2004Publication date: November 10, 2005Inventors: Peter Zhou, Dexing Pang, Yiu-Cho Tong, Ning Lin, David Addington, Rowena Albanna, Amro Albanna, Keith Bolton
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Patent number: 6847892Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a remote device that includes a sensor for determining or measuring a desired parameter, a receiver for receiving position data from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite system, a processor for determining whether or not alert conditions are present and a wireless transceiver for transmitting the measured parameter data and the position data to a central station, such as an application service provider (ASP). The ASP, in turn, may communicate the measured data, position data and notification of any alerts to an end user via an alert device. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2001Date of Patent: January 25, 2005Assignee: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang, Yiu-Cho Alan Tong, Ning Lin, David Ralph Addington, Rowena Lampa Albanna, Amro Albanna, Keith I. Bolton
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Publication number: 20040021569Abstract: A system for tracking persons or things. One or more tracking units are associated with persons or things to be tracked. Each tracking unit includes one or more accelerometers and one or more gyroscopes to provide distance and heading or directional information. A master control station (MCS) receives the distance and heading information or location information based thereon. MCS may also display for displaying the location of at least one of the tracking units. The MCS programmed to determine the location based on: determination of a reference point and heading for the at least one tracking unit; data from the accelerometers and gyroscope, which provides distance and direction information; and aggregation of the distance and direction information.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2003Publication date: February 5, 2004Inventors: Robert Lepkofker, John V. Mizzi, Dexing Pang, Peter Y. Zhou
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Publication number: 20030149526Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a remote device that includes a sensor for determining or measuring a desired parameter, a receiver for receiving position data from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite system, a processor for determining whether or not alert conditions are present and a wireless transceiver for transmitting the measured parameter data and the position data to a central station, such as an application service provider (ASP). The ASP, in turn, may communicate the measured data, position data and notification of any alerts to an end user via an alert device. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2002Publication date: August 7, 2003Inventors: Peter Y Zhou, Dexing Pang, Yiu-Cho Alan Tong, Ning Lin, David Ralph Addington, Rowena Lampa Albanna, Amro Albanna, Keith I Bolton
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Publication number: 20030109988Abstract: The present invention generally relates to systems, methods and applications utilizing the convergence of any combination of the following three technologies: wireless positioning or localization technology, wireless communications technology and sensor technology. In particular, certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a system for tracking and locating a person, an animal or an object three-dimensionally having at least one remote localization and sensing device, each device having a processing unit for calculating location coordinates; an information storage device for storing directional, distance, physiological and identification data; at least one sensor for providing sensor data; an accelerometer for providing speed and distance data; a magnetic flux gate sensor for providing directional data; and a transceiver for communicating location and sensor data to an ASP. The present invention also relates to various applications and systems utilizing the capabilities of such a device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2002Publication date: June 12, 2003Inventors: Randolph K. Geissler, Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang
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Patent number: 6559620Abstract: A method and a system for remotely monitoring a person includes a portable unit including a self-recharging battery, the portable unit being adapted to monitor a biological parameter and a physical location of the person; a global positioning satellite transmitting global positioning system (GPS) data to the portable unit; and a central unit disposed remotely from the portable unit, the central unit being in communication with the portable unit via a ground station.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2001Date of Patent: May 6, 2003Assignee: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang
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Publication number: 20020140559Abstract: A method and a system for remotely monitoring a person include a portable unit, a global positioning system (GPS) satellite, a central unit and a ground station. The portable unit is adapted to monitor a biological parameter and a physical location of the person and is adapted to be a part of an artificial body part of the person. Furthermore, the portable unit is disposed proximately to a skin surface of the person. The GPS satellite transmits GPS data to the portable unit. The central unit, which is disposed remotely from the portable unit, is in communication with the portable unit via the ground station.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2001Publication date: October 3, 2002Inventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang
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Publication number: 20020135336Abstract: A method and a system for remotely monitoring a person includes a portable unit including a self-recharging battery, the portable unit being adapted to monitor a biological parameter and a physical location of the person; a global positioning satellite transmitting global positioning system (GPS) data to the portable unit; and a central unit disposed remotely from the portable unit, the central unit being in communication with the portable unit via a ground station.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2001Publication date: September 26, 2002Applicant: Digital Angel CorporationInventors: Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang
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Patent number: 5993222Abstract: A moving electrical contact for connecting a track-mounted moveable carriage to a signal rail. The moving electrical contact comprises a spring plate secured to the moveable carriage on one end and a contact pad attached to the other end of the spring plate. The contact pad is biased against the signal rail by the tension in the spring plate. The contact pad is constructed from approximately sixteen layers of a wire mesh consisting of tin coated, stainless steel conductive wire knitted in a tricot pattern and may include conducting jelly.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 1997Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: Sentry Technology, Corp.Inventors: Thomas A. Nicolette, Peter Y. Zhou, Dexing Pang