Patents by Inventor Frank Castro

Frank Castro 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).

  • Surgical fastener
    Patent number: 11413073
    Abstract: A surgical fastener provided with a curved cutter, an anterior wedge-like tip and a surgeon facing end. Among other things, the surgical fastener's cutter can cut bone or other tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Implant for bone
    Patent number: 11369416
    Abstract: The present invention is an implant for bone. The current implant is particularly useful in spinal surgical procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Assignee: Blue Sky Technologies, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Biocompatible Construction for Implantation into a Joint
    Publication number: 20220175551
    Abstract: A biocompatible construction adapted for use in joint surgeries. Among other things, the joint implant has an anterior cutting edge and a rotatable cutter distinct from the cutting edge. The rotatable cutter allows for graduated cutting of biological tissue or structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2022
    Publication date: June 9, 2022
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical fastener
    Patent number: 11291479
    Abstract: A surgical fastener for use in posterior surgeries that require fusion between the occiput and pelvis. Among other things, the surgical fastener includes a cutter for cutting bone or other tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2022
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical fastener
    Patent number: 11246631
    Abstract: A surgical fastener for use in posterior surgeries that require fusion between the occiput and pelvis. Among other things, the surgical fastener includes a cutter for cutting bone or other tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2022
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Implant for Bone
    Publication number: 20210393298
    Abstract: The present invention is an implant for bone. The current implant is particularly useful in spinal surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2021
    Publication date: December 23, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Implant for Bone
    Publication number: 20210378712
    Abstract: The present invention is an implant for bone. The current implant is particularly useful in spinal surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2021
    Publication date: December 9, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical Fastener
    Publication number: 20210244452
    Abstract: A surgical fastener for use in posterior surgeries that require fusion between the occiput and pelvis. Among other things, the surgical fastener includes a cutter for cutting bone or other tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2020
    Publication date: August 12, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical Fastener
    Publication number: 20210244455
    Abstract: A surgical fastener provided with a curved cutter, an anterior wedge-like tip and a surgeon facing end. Among other things, the surgical fastener's cutter can cut bone or other tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2020
    Publication date: August 12, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical Fastener
    Publication number: 20210244449
    Abstract: A surgical fastener for use in posterior surgeries that require fusion between the occiput and pelvis. Among other things, the surgical fastener includes a cutter for cutting bone or other tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2020
    Publication date: August 12, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Long Bone Fracture Reduction System
    Publication number: 20210212736
    Abstract: The present invention is a system or implant adapted for use in bone cavities. The current system is particularly useful in surgical procedures involving fractured bones.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2019
    Publication date: July 15, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Joint implant
    Patent number: 10980643
    Abstract: A joint implant system adapted for use in joint surgeries. Among other things, the joint implant has an anterior cutting edge and a rotatable cutter supported by a rotatable shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2021
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical Fastener
    Publication number: 20210059733
    Abstract: The present invention is a fastener (30). The current fastener (30) is particularly useful in surgical procedures. Among other things, the surgical fastener (30) is provided with a conduit (50, 210) to dispense or carry biocompatible substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2019
    Publication date: March 4, 2021
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Spinal implant system
    Patent number: 10932919
    Abstract: A system used for connecting a first implant and a second spinal implant. Among other things, the system includes a connector with a flexible member that allows the connector to be positioned a plurality of angles relative to the first implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Implant for Bone
    Publication number: 20200305896
    Abstract: The present invention is an implant for bone. The current implant is particularly useful in spinal surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2020
    Publication date: October 1, 2020
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Joint arthrodesis system
    Patent number: 10772738
    Abstract: A joint arthrodesis system adapted for use in joint surgeries. Among other things, the joint implant has an anterior cutting edge and a rotatable cutter supported by a rotatable shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: BLUE SKY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Implant for Bone
    Publication number: 20200281628
    Abstract: The present invention is an implant for bone. The current implant is particularly useful in spinal surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2019
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Surgical Fastener
    Publication number: 20200197061
    Abstract: The present invention is a fastener (30). The current fastener (30) is particularly useful in surgical procedures. Among other things, the surgical fastener (30) is provided with a conduit (50, 210) to dispense or carry biocompatible substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2020
    Publication date: June 25, 2020
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Spinal Implant System
    Publication number: 20200179127
    Abstract: A system used for connecting a first implant and a second spinal implant. Among other things, the system includes a connector with a flexible member that allows the connector to be positioned a plurality of angles relative to the first implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2018
    Publication date: June 11, 2020
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Joint Implant
    Publication number: 20200179135
    Abstract: A joint implant adapted for use in joint surgeries. Among other things, the joint implant has an anterior cutting edge and a rotatable cutter supported by a rotatable shaft. A polyaxial adapter can be incorporated into the current joint implant. The present implant can include a rotatable shaft that has a conduit and windows.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2020
    Publication date: June 11, 2020
    Inventor: Frank Castro