Patents by Inventor Gary M. Searle
Gary M. Searle 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: 11617829Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2020Date of Patent: April 4, 2023Assignee: BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANYInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Patent number: 10773019Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2018Date of Patent: September 15, 2020Assignee: BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANYInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20200215264Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2020Publication date: July 9, 2020Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Patent number: 10518028Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2018Date of Patent: December 31, 2019Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Patent number: 10342918Abstract: An infusion system having an integrated inserter and infusion set (10) for containing and placing a flexible catheter (40), and a retractable introducer needle (26), wherein the catheter (40) is isolated from movement after placement. The integrated inserter and infusion set (10) includes a hub (20), having a user push button (30) to activate the device for catheter (40) placement. An adhesive liner (34) can be provided to cover an adhesive layer (36), such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA), on the bottom of the device (10).Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2012Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Victor Politis, Gary M. Searle, Mark Guarraia, Joseph Gordon, Dave Zitnick, Sharon Mulligan, Ralph L. Sonderegger, Thomas G. Kluck, Joshua D. Horvath, Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20190030242Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2018Publication date: January 31, 2019Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20180333531Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2018Publication date: November 22, 2018Applicant: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Patent number: 10130761Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2012Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Patent number: 10058650Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2014Date of Patent: August 28, 2018Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20140378891Abstract: An infusion system comprises an infusion set (30) with one or more advanced features including tube set strain relief (10), infusion pumps having heat exchange abilities and two-direction pumping abilities (100), Piezo pump devices (200), reservoirs (220, 240) made from expanded tubing, and oil impregnated pump plungers (302). An exemplary strain relief (10) includes an adhesive layer (12) such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) secured to a base (14). The base (14) rotatably receives a pin (18) of a tube holder (16). The pin (18) is captured within an opening (22) of the base (14) to allow 360 degree rotation of the tube holder (16).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: December 25, 2014Inventors: Gary M. Searle et al., Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20140358119Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2014Publication date: December 4, 2014Inventors: Gary M. SEARLE, Charles G. HWANG
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Patent number: 8827957Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2012Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles George Hwang
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Publication number: 20140058353Abstract: An infusion system having an integrated inserter and infusion set (10) for containing and placing a flexible catheter (40), and a retractable introducer needle (26), wherein the catheter (40) is isolated from movement after placement. The integrated inserter and infusion set (10) includes a hub (20), having a user push button (30) to activate the device for catheter (40) placement. An adhesive liner (34) can be provided to cover an adhesive layer (36), such as pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA), on the bottom of the device (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: February 27, 2014Applicant: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Victor Politis, Gary M. Searle, Mark Guarraia, Joseph Gordon, Dave Zitnick, Sharon Mulligan, Ralph L. Sonderegger, Thomas G. Kluck, Joshua D. Horvath, Charles G. Hwang
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Publication number: 20120203198Abstract: A basal hub for attaching to an infusion base is disclosed. The hub includes a fluid reservoir and pressure actuating device. A septum portion of the reservoir is configured to be opened by a flow cannula that is in fluid communication with an infusion cannula of the infusion base, when the basal hub is attached to the infusion base. The pressure actuating device applies pressure to the fluid reservoir, such that when the septum portion of the fluid reservoir is pierced by the by the flow cannula, liquid stored in the fluid reservoir is released from the fluid reservoir into the infusion cannula of the infusion base via the flow cannula. The basal hub is configured to deliver a basal dose of insulin during periods of inactivity, such as during sleep time.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2012Publication date: August 9, 2012Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Charles George Hwang
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Patent number: 7714241Abstract: A switch assembly may include a housing having a body and an over-molded feature. The over-molded feature may include a flexible membrane sealingly engaged with the body and defining an actuation portion. The housing may be configured to sealingly engage a finish panel. A back cover may sealingly engage the housing, and a rocker may be included between the actuation portion and the back cover to transmit a force applied to the actuation portion to actuate a switch.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2005Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Assignee: Stoneridge Control Devices, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Art Stephen, William Harrop
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Patent number: 7097928Abstract: A battery includes a can having a rectangular or triangular cross section, the can having a closed end and an open end, a cathode in the can, an anode in the can, a separator between the cathode and the anode, and a seal assembly attached to the open end of the can.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2000Date of Patent: August 29, 2006Assignee: The Gillette CompanyInventors: William T. McHugh, Robert A. Scalisi, Gary M. Searle, Robert Theriault
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Patent number: 6906273Abstract: A switch assembly movable between a closed position and open position includes a multilayer circuit. The multilayer circuit includes a first layer having a first conductive material disposed thereon, a second layer having a second conductive material disposed thereon, and a third layer disposed between the first the second layer, the third layer having an opening therein to permit contact between said first conductive material and said second conductive material when the switch assembly is in the closed position. An actuator such as a rubber dome enables a customer to provide a force to move the switch assembly between closed and open positions. The actuator also meets tactile feel requirements for customer actuated switch applications.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2003Date of Patent: June 14, 2005Assignee: Stoneridge Control Devices, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Steve Kille
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Patent number: 6900404Abstract: A push button switch including a housing and a push button body disposed at least partially within the housing. The push button body may include a base portion and at least one guide portion extending from the base portion. The housing may include at least one mating guide portion for receiving the least one guide portion of the button body and guiding the translation of the button body in the housing. A rocker may be positioned between the push button body and a contact closure, and the push button body may pivot the rocker about a pivot point upon depression of the head thereby changing a state of the contact closure. A light source may be positioned beneath the rocker and for illuminating a bottom of the button head.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2003Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: Stoneridge Control Devices, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Christopher Blake
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Publication number: 20040140190Abstract: A push button switch including a housing and a push button body disposed at least partially within the housing. The push button body may include a base portion and at least one guide portion extending from the base portion. The housing may include at least one mating guide portion for receiving the least one guide portion of the button body and guiding the translation of the button body in the housing. A rocker may be positioned between the push button body and a contact closure, and the push button body may pivot the rocker about a pivot point upon depression of the head thereby changing a state of the contact closure. A light source may be positioned beneath the rocker and for illuminating a bottom of the button head.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2003Publication date: July 22, 2004Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Christopher Blake
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Publication number: 20040108194Abstract: A switch assembly movable between a closed position and open position includes a multilayer circuit. The multilayer circuit includes a first layer having a first conductive material disposed thereon, a second layer having a second conductive material disposed thereon, and a third layer disposed between the first the second layer, the third layer having an opening therein to permit contact between said first conductive material and said second conductive material when the switch assembly is in the closed position. An actuator such as a rubber dome enables a customer to provide a force to move the switch assembly between closed and open positions. The actuator also meets tactile feel requirements for customer actuated switch applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2003Publication date: June 10, 2004Inventors: Gary M. Searle, Steve Kille