Patents by Inventor Eric R. Henderson
Eric R. Henderson 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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Patent number: 11819225Abstract: A system for a trajectory and aiming guide for use with fluoroscopy is comprised of a ring holder is with a plurality of connecting arms, a radiolucent ring disk with an outer perimeter wall and a central axle on the bottom surface of the ring disk; a first rotatable disk located below the ring holder and comprised of a handle, a radiolucent disk ring with a central cutout to receive the central axle, the material of the disk comprising an embedded array of a plurality of radiopaque wires and an outer perimeter wall; a second rotatable disk located below the first rotatable disk and comprised of a handle, a radiolucent disk ring with a central cutout to receive the central axle, the material of the disk comprising an embedded array of a plurality of radiopaque wires and an outer perimeter wall; and a locking cap for the axle.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2019Date of Patent: November 21, 2023Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 11771503Abstract: A template that includes a support structure pivotably mounted to a guide, wherein the guide includes a compass with angle markings, a first guide member extending from the vertex of the compass, a second guide member extending from the vertex of the compass. In another embodiment, a medical imaging system can include a medical imaging machine with a display screen, a support structure affixed to the medical imaging machine, and a guide pivotably mounted to the support structure. A method of aligning medical implants with anatomical structures includes positioning a template over the display screen, and comparing an angle of a medical tool or implant relative to the anatomical structure of the patient to a reference angle on the guide and installing the implant in the patient at the angle indicated by the guide.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2022Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 11234768Abstract: A template that includes a support structure pivotably mounted to a guide, wherein the guide includes a compass with angle markings, a first guide member extending from the vertex of the compass, a second guide member extending from the vertex of the compass. In another embodiment, a medical imaging system can include a medical imaging machine with a display screen, a support structure affixed to the medical imaging machine, and a guide pivotably mounted to the support structure. A method of aligning medical implants with anatomical structures includes positioning a template over the display screen, and comparing an angle of a medical tool or implant relative to the anatomical structure of the patient to a reference angle on the guide and installing the implant in the patient at the angle indicated by the guide.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2016Date of Patent: February 1, 2022Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 10390843Abstract: A system for a trajectory and aiming guide for use with fluoroscopy is comprised of a ring holder is with a plurality of connecting arms, a radiolucent ring disk with an outer perimeter wall and a central axle on the bottom surface of the ring disk; a first rotatable disk located below the ring holder and comprised of a handle, a radiolucent disk ring with a central cutout to receive the central axle, the material of the disk comprising an embedded array of a plurality of radiopaque wires and an outer perimeter wall; a second rotatable disk located below the first rotatable disk and comprised of a handle, a radiolucent disk ring with a central cutout to receive the central axle, the material of the disk comprising an embedded array of a plurality of radiopaque wires and an outer perimeter wall; and a locking cap for the axle.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2016Date of Patent: August 27, 2019Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 10195054Abstract: A system for an acetabular cup alignment includes a mounting element; a first pivot; a first support arm, the first support arm being axially rotatable relative to the first pivot; a second pivot; a second support arm that is attached to the second pivot at an end, the second support arm being axially rotatable relative to the second pivot; a third pivot; a third support arm that is attached to the third pivot at an end, the third support arm being axially rotatable relative to the third pivot; a red laser housing that is provided with at least one red laser light emitter, the red laser housing being attached to the second pivot; and a green laser housing that is provided with at least one green laser light emitter, the green laser housing being attached to the third support arm.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2015Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Publication number: 20180187187Abstract: Devices and methods of use for delivering genetic material to specific targets in living systems. The delivery methods involve employing a DNA-based nanosystem that includes genetic material containing the genes or the gene products to be delivered. The genetic material is architecturally altered and otherwise modified such that it is sufficiently robust for delivery but also accessible to the normal gene processing mechanisms extant in living systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2017Publication date: July 5, 2018Inventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 9801937Abstract: A method and system for targeting antigens unique to a tumor site. The method can include a first phase of monoclonal antibodies that bind to the tumor site. A second phase of monoclonal antibodies can be administered that bind to the first phase. A third phase of monoclonal antibodies can be administered that bind to the second phase. The third phase can include radionuclides to allow the tumor site to be imaged. Once identified, a phase of toxins can be administered, resulting in death of the tumor cells.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2015Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: Dartmouth-Hitchcock ClinicInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 9011446Abstract: A plurality of osteotomes that are linked together via a recess and a matching projection such that the osteotomes remain linked when used to manipulate bone.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2011Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: University of South FloridaInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 8920426Abstract: Surgical tools that increase surgical accuracy for orthopedic procedures involving long bone osteotomy with or without supplementation with allograft or autograft. Two clamps on the operative side are rigidly interconnected to one another with an adjustable rod that is locked into place, preserving length and rotation of the bone. A graft preparation device is used on the operative table. It enables alignment of the graft to preserve the desired mechanical and anatomic axes and to provide rigid fixation of the graft for cutting. Adjustable jigs ensure exact cuts.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2012Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: University of South FloridaInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 8623035Abstract: Provided is a method of resecting a luminal structure, such as a colon. A first luminal structure and a second luminal structure are defined by severing the original luminal structure. The second luminal structure is secured to the distal end of an elongate body disposed within the second luminal structure. Refraction of the elongate body forms a circumferential fold in the second luminal structure and isolates a tissue mass between the circumferential fold and the distal end of the elongate body. The second luminal structure is then transected circumferentially at or adjacent the circumferential fold, thus severing the tissue mass. The tissue mass is then removed by retracting the distal end of the elongate body. The free end of the second luminal structure is approximated with the free end of the first luminal structure and secured by conventional surgical methods. Instrumentation for use with the inventive method is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2008Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: University of South FloridaInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 8372024Abstract: A device for evacuating blood from an extremity includes an elongate stretchable band having a plurality of images printed on a first side of the band. Individual images are arranged in rows and columns along a longitudinal extent of the band. Each image in a first row has a common longitudinal extent and height when the band is in a position of repose. Each image in a second row of images has a common longitudinal extent and height and has a reduced longitudinal extent relative to the images in the first row when the band is in the position of repose. First and second pressure readings are associated with each image in the first and second rows, respectively. The second pressure reading has a higher value than the first, indicating that the images in the second row will expand longitudinally when the second pressure is applied to an extremity.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2010Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: University of South FloridaInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Publication number: 20120130384Abstract: Surgical tools that increase surgical accuracy for orthopedic procedures involving long bone osteotomy with or without supplementation with allograft or autograft. Two clamps on the operative side are rigidly interconnected to one another with an adjustable rod that is locked into place, preserving length and rotation of the bone. A graft preparation device is used on the operative table. It enables alignment of the graft to preserve the desired mechanical and anatomic axes and to provide rigid fixation of the graft for cutting. Adjustable jigs ensure exact cuts.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2012Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDAInventor: Eric R. Henderson
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Patent number: 7690325Abstract: Some embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus and method in which material is deposited upon a surface from an elongated beam having an aperture defined therein through which the material is moved by passive adsorption. The elongated beam can be substantially planar along substantially its entire length, can be oriented at an acute angle with respect to the surface during deposition processes, and can have a length no greater than about 2 mm. In some embodiments, the aperture can be elongated, can extend from a material reservoir to a location short of the terminal end of the elongated beam or through the terminal end of the elongated beam, and can have a portion extending through the thickness of the elongated beam.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2005Date of Patent: April 6, 2010Assignee: Bioforce Nanosciences, Inc.Inventors: Eric R. Henderson, Juntao Xu, Michael P. Lynch, Curtis L. Mosher, Janice Lillian Huff, Saju Rappai Nettikadan
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Publication number: 20090074966Abstract: Some embodiments of the disclosed surface patterning systems and methods utilize a surface patterning tool coupled to a support and adapted to deposit material onto a substrate, a controller, and first, second, and third actuators electrically coupled to and controlled by the controller. In some embodiments, the first, second, and third actuators are operable to move the substrate in X, Y, and Z directions, respectively, with respect to the surface patterning tool, wherein the substrate is movable by the first, second, and third actuators to different positions with respect to the surface patterning tool, and wherein material is transferable from the surface patterning tool to the substrate in each of the different positions to define the desired surface pattern. One or more of the actuators in some of the disclosed embodiments are piezoelectric actuators.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2006Publication date: March 19, 2009Inventors: Eric R. Henderson, Curtis L. Mosher
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Patent number: 6897015Abstract: The present invention includes a method and apparatus for the detection of a target material. The method and apparatus includes providing a substrate with a surface and forming a domains of deposited materials thereon. The deposited material can be placed on the surface and bound directly and non-specifically to the surface, or it may be specifically or non-specifically bound to the surface. The deposited material has an affinity for a specific target material. The domains thus created are termed affinity domains or deposition domains. Multiple affinity domains of deposited materials can be deposited on a single surface, creating a plurality of specific binding affinity domains for a plurality of target materials. Target materials may include, for example, pathogens or pathogenic markers such as viruses, bacteria, bacterial spores, parasites, prions, fungi, mold or pollen spores.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2002Date of Patent: May 24, 2005Assignee: BioForce Nanosciences, Inc.Inventors: Eric R. Henderson, Saju R. Nettikadan, Curtis L. Mosher
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Publication number: 20020172943Abstract: The present invention includes a method and apparatus for the detection of a target material. The method and apparatus includes providing a substrate with a surface and forming a domains of deposited materials thereon. The deposited material can be placed on the surface and bound directly and non-specifically to the surface, or it may be specifically or non-specifically bound to the surface. The deposited material has an affinity for a specific target material. The domains thus created are termed affinity domains or deposition domains. Multiple affinity domains of deposited materials can be deposited on a single surface, creating a plurality of specific binding affinity domains for a plurality of target materials. Target materials may include, for example, pathogens or pathogenic markers such as viruses, bacteria, bacterial spores, parasites, prions, fungi, mold or pollen spores.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2002Publication date: November 21, 2002Inventors: Eric R. Henderson, Saju R. Nettikadan, Curtis L. Mosher
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Patent number: 5763768Abstract: The present invention provides a method of analyzing for a specific material in a sample using a sensor including a resonating member having resonating properties. The resonating member has a probe and a known material is disposed on or forms the probe. The method includes the steps of positioning the sensor proximate to the sample, detecting a force dependent change in the resonance properties of the sensor, and confirming the presence of the specific material based on the identity of the known material and the detection of a resonance change.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 1997Date of Patent: June 9, 1998Assignee: Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.Inventors: Eric R. Henderson, Curtis L. Mosher, Vivian Wynne Jones, John-Bruce D. Green, Marc D. Porter
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Patent number: 5172256Abstract: The present invention is a novel and improved variable color/variable density optical system (10) adapted for use in a variety of lens and window applications. The preferred device embodying the invention is a novel optical sunlight protective device (12) incorporating a liquid crystal color lens, a photodetecting sensor component and circuit (18) and oscillating/driving electronic circuit (70), all of the present invention and incorporated in an appropriate frame (24). The lens element (b 14) includes plastic housing (40,42) of a curved shape complementary to any desired fashion design and, a liquid crystalline medium (58) of the novel phase change guest-host type. Combination of the lens construction, homeotropic surface alignment (48, 50) and aforementioned liquid crystal/dye complex brings about the clear, optical distortion-free variable color transmission with broad ranges of color density with incorporated protection against ultraviolet radiation.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 1989Date of Patent: December 15, 1992Inventors: Nicholas L. Sethofer, Eric R. Henderson, deceased