Patents by Inventor Franklin S. Ace

Franklin S. Ace 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).

  • Sutures with notch near needle-suture junction
    Patent number: 3949756
    Abstract: A needle-suture combination is provided in which the suture has a weakened segment adjacent its attachment to the needle. The weakened segment is provided by a notch which reduces the effective cross-sectional area of the suture by a controlled amount. The weakened segment permits a surgeon to separate the needle from the suture by a sharp tug.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 1974
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1976
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventor: Franklin S. Ace