Patents by Inventor Edward J. Lortie

Edward J. Lortie 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).

  • Autoclavable flexible fiberscope
    Patent number: 6572536
    Abstract: An autoclavable flexible fiberscope for remote visualization. A flexible fiberscope shaft including a number of flexible fiberoptic image-transmitting fibers is attached to a video coupler for connection to a video camera or other external video device. High-temperature materials of fabrication and high-temperature seals are provided to resist damage during autoclave sterilization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Visionary Biomedical, Inc.
    Inventors: Edwin Bon, Robert Biggs, Edward J. Lortie