Patents by Inventor Gary Peters

Gary Peters 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).

  • Patent number: 7531979
    Abstract: A direct drive robotic manipulator is provided which includes a plurality of segments that are rotatably coupled with respect to one another. A plurality of spindles connects the segments for relative rotation therebetween, and a plurality of direct drive assemblies is further coupled to the plurality of spindles. Each direct drive assembly encloses an end of a spindle and comprises a rotor assembly to which the spindle is attached for manipulating the spindle. A positional measurement apparatus may also be included at each direct drive assembly to ascertain an angular disposition of a segment relative to an adjoining segment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2009
    Assignee: ASM Technology Singapore Pte Ltd.
    Inventors: Gang Ou, Ajit Gaunekar, Tin Kwan Bobby Chan, Gary Peter Widdowson, Yun Bo He, Dong Sheng Zhang
  • Patent number: 7455679
    Abstract: A surgical elongate blade assembly with an interchangeable inner member such that the interchangeable inner member can be removed from a tubular outer member and inserted into another tubular outer member having a different configuration during a surgical procedure. The outer members and inner members can be provided as a kit. In one embodiment the outer member has a distal end and a tubular wall with the inner diameter of the tubular wall being greater than the inner diameter of the distal end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Medtronic Xomed, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth M. Adams, Gary Peters
  • Patent number: 7455836
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a method for the treatment and prophylaxis of inflammatory conditions. The present invention is predicated in part on the identification of cells of the monocyte/macrophage lineage being critical for inflammation and, in particular, chronic inflammation. In accordance with the present invention, it is proposed that the reduction in levels of monocyte/macrophage-type cells and/or a reduction in the production of inflammatory and pro-inflammatory mediators by these cells, especially locally, is effective in reducing inflammatory conditions. The present invention further provides animal models useful for screening for reducing levels of monocyte/macrophage-type cells and/or reducing the production of inflammatory and pro-inflammatory mediators of these cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: The University of Melbourne
    Inventors: John Hamilton, Gary Peter Anderson, Ian Keith Campbell
  • Publication number: 20080153800
    Abstract: A novel crystalline form of 3-{[5-(azetidin-1-ylcarbonyl)pyrazin-2-yl]oxy}-5-[(1-methylethyl)oxy]-N-1H-pyrazol-3-ylbenzamide is described in the specification. This compound is a glucokinase (GLK or GK) activator and useful as a pharmaceutical agent in the treatment or prevention of a disease or medical condition mediated through GLK, leading to a decreased glucose threshold for insulin secretion. Processes for the manufacture of the crystalline form, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the crystalline form and the use of the crystalline form in medical treatment are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Applicant: AstraZeneca AB
    Inventors: James MCCABE, Gary Peter Tomkinson
  • Publication number: 20080145375
    Abstract: The present invention relates to improved nucleic acid vaccines, adjuvant systems, and processes for the preparation of such vaccines and adjuvant systems. In particular, the nucleic acid vaccines and adjuvant systems of the present invention comprise a combination of a nucleotide sequence encoding GM-CSF, or derivatives thereof, and toll-like receptor (TLR) agonists, or derivatives thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2004
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Applicant: Glaxo Group Limited
    Inventors: Gary Peter Bembridge, Jennifer L Craigen
  • Publication number: 20080131424
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a method for the treatment and prophylaxis of inflammatory conditions. The present invention is predicated in part on the identification of cells of the monocyte/macrophage lineage being critical for inflammation and, in particular, chronic inflammation. In accordance with the present invention, it is proposed that the reduction in levels of monocyte/macrophage-type cells and/or a reduction in the production of inflammatory and pro-inflammatory mediators by these cells, especially locally, is effective in reducing inflammatory conditions. The present invention further provides animal models useful for screening for reducing levels of monocyte/macrophage-type cells and/or reducing the production of inflammatory and pro-inflammatory mediators of these cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2007
    Publication date: June 5, 2008
    Inventors: John HAMILTON, Gary Peter Anderson, Ian Keith Campbell
  • Publication number: 20080093936
    Abstract: A linear motor is provided that comprises a magnetic assembly, a movable element and a coil assembly that is operative to interact with the magnetic assembly to drive the movable element along a direction. The coil assembly further comprises a first coil section having a first motor force constant and a second coil section having a second motor force constant that is lower than that of the first coil section for driving the movable element along the said direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2006
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventors: Gary Peter WIDDOWSON, Dazhang LIAO
  • Publication number: 20080086874
    Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for detaching a die from an adhesive film, the apparatus comprising a vacuum platform having a surface configured to support a part of the adhesive film on which the die is attached. A plurality of pre-peeling columns having substantially flat contact surfaces are projectable relative to the surface of the vacuum platform to push against the adhesive film at the position of the die to generate initial peeling between the die and the adhesive film. Thereafter, a plurality of ejector pins that are positionable relative to the pre-peeling columns are operative to push against the adhesive film at the position of the die to generate further peeling between the die and the adhesive film. The die is then removed from the adhesive film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2006
    Publication date: April 17, 2008
    Inventors: Yiu Ming Cheung, Shiqiang Yao, Gary Peter Widdowson
  • Publication number: 20080068727
    Abstract: An optical zoom mechanism is provided that comprises a first zoom lens movable along a linear axis and a second zoom lens movable along the same linear axis as the first zoom lens, both zoom lenses being connected to a support structure. First and second direct drive linear motors are coupled to the first and second zoom lenses respectively, and they are operative to independently move the zoom lenses along the linear axis. First and second encoders coupled to the first and second direct drive linear motors respectively are operative to independently measure the positions of the first and second zoom lenses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2006
    Publication date: March 20, 2008
    Inventors: Gary Peter WIDDOWSON, Siu Yan Neal HO
  • Publication number: 20080067966
    Abstract: A direct drive robotic manipulator is provided which includes a plurality of segments that are rotatably coupled with respect to one another. A plurality of spindles connects the segments for relative rotation therebetween, and a plurality of direct drive assemblies is further coupled to the plurality of spindles. Each direct drive assembly encloses an end of a spindle and comprises a rotor assembly to which the spindle is attached for manipulating the spindle. A positional measurement apparatus may also be included at each direct drive assembly to ascertain an angular disposition of a segment relative to an adjoining segment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2006
    Publication date: March 20, 2008
    Inventors: Gang Ou, Ajit Gaunekar, Tin Kwan Bobby Chan, Gary Peter Widdowson, Yun Bo He, Dong Sheng Zhang
  • Patent number: 7327054
    Abstract: A linear actuator for a motion system is provided with a velocity sensor for monitoring a velocity of an actuation arm that it is driving. The linear actuator comprises a magnetic field, a first coil that is controllably movable within the magnetic field by adjusting a current flowing through the first coil whereby to drive the actuation arm and a second coil that is movable with the first coil and configured such that a voltage is inducible in the second coil that is proportional to its velocity. A controller device is connected to the second coil for receiving feedback indicating the voltage induced in the second coil whereby a velocity of the actuation arm is determinable, wherein the controller device is further connected to the first coil and is operative to adjust the current flowing in the first coil based upon said feedback for controllably driving the actuation arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2008
    Assignee: ASM Technology Singapore Pte. Ltd.
    Inventors: Hon Yu Peter Ng, You Yong Liao, Gary Peter Widdowson, Ajit Gaunekar
  • Patent number: 7305757
    Abstract: A die ejector system and method for removing a die from an adhesive surface. The system includes an ejector tool that is operative to move relative to the die whereby to push the die. The ejector tool may consist of a collet holder and an ejector pin array. A shaft holds the ejector tool and is in turn coupled to a forcer of a linear motor. The forcer is movable relative to a stator of the linear motor flexure bearings coupled to the shaft guide movement of the ejector tool relative to the die. After the die is pushed by the ejector tool, a die pick-up device removes the die from the adhesive surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2007
    Assignee: ASM Technology Singapore Pte Ltd.
    Inventors: Ajit Gaunekar, Gary Peter Widdowson, Gang Ou
  • Patent number: 7303111
    Abstract: A bondhead assembly having a bond body for mounting a bonding tool, a support structure that is configured to be drivable for moving the bondhead assembly to different locations and flexural elements arranged substantially along at least one plane which couple the bond body to the support structure for flexibly supporting the bond body during movement with respect to the support structure. A motor is coupled to the support structure and it is operative to drive the bond body to move relative to the support structure along an axis extending substantially perpendicular to the at least one plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: ASM Technology Singapore Pte. Ltd.
    Inventors: Ajit Gaunekar, Gary Peter Widdowson
  • Patent number: 7303647
    Abstract: A driving mechanism and method are provided for driving a detachment tool adapted to detach a chip from an adhesive tape to which the chip is mounted. The mechanism includes a first actuator coupled to the detachment tool and operative to drive the detachment tool to move along a first axis substantially perpendicular to a surface of the chip, and a second actuator coupled to the detachment tool and operative to drive the detachment tool to move adjacent to a width of the chip along a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The first actuator is configured for programmable movement along the first axis with respect to the chip in conjunction with the second actuator for movement adjacent the width of the chip to provide controlled lifting of the chip for propagation of delamination between the chip and the adhesive tape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: ASM Assembly Automation Ltd.
    Inventors: Yiu Ming Cheung, Shiqiang Yao, Gary Peter Widdowson
  • Patent number: 7279981
    Abstract: A unity gain amplifier has a current mirror. A compensation circuit has an input coupled to an output of the current mirror. An output transistor has a base coupled to the output of the current mirror and a source of the output transistor is coupled to an output of the compensation circuit. The compensation circuit has a resistor in series with a capacitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignee: Cypress Semiconductor Corp.
    Inventor: Gary Peter Moscaluk
  • Publication number: 20070164580
    Abstract: A cable operated slide-out mechanism for a recreational vehicle has a linear actuator mounted in a fixed channel alongside the room or compartment and an end of each cable is fixed to the channel. Four cables are provided on each side of the slide-out, with two of the cables on each side fixed to the frame on the top and going to the outside of the slide-out, on the top and bottom, and the other two cables fixed to the frame on the bottom and going to the inside of the room on the top and bottom. Pulleys are provided at each end of the actuator rod to pull on the cables so as to move the room such that the room movement is double the stroke of the actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2006
    Publication date: July 19, 2007
    Inventor: Gary Peter
  • Patent number: 7202956
    Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for moving an optical component of an opto-mechanical inspection system relative to an object to be inspected using a linear actuator comprising a coil located in a magnetic field created by a magnet assembly. A translation stage is coupled to either of said coil and magnet assembly whereby the translation stage is configured for motion relative to the other of said coil and magnet assembly. Movement of the translation stage is configured along a plane that is substantially perpendicular to a direction of incident light projected from a light source through the optical component onto the object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2007
    Assignee: ASM Technology Singapore Pte Ltd.
    Inventors: Ajit S. Gaunekar, Gary Peter Widdowson
  • Patent number: 7173475
    Abstract: A signal transmission amplifier circuit has a transmission gate with an input coupled to an input signal. A cross coupled latch is coupled to an output of the transmission gate and has a signal output. A reference generating circuit is coupled to the cross coupled latch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Assignee: Cypress Semiconductor Corp.
    Inventors: Gary Peter Moscaluk, John Eric Gross
  • Patent number: 7158429
    Abstract: A system for read path acceleration has a first strobe reset circuit coupled to a first local amplifier. A second strobe reset circuit is coupled to a second local amplifier. A main amplifier is coupled to an output of the first local amplifier and an output of the second local amplifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2007
    Assignee: Cypress Semiconductor Corp.
    Inventors: Gary Peter Moscaluk, John Eric Gross
  • Patent number: 7084532
    Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and a method for positioning an object coupled to a first support structure and a second support structure. A first actuator drives the first support structure along a first axis and a second actuator drives the first support structure along a second axis orthogonal to the first axis. A third actuator comprising a forcer and a stator is provided for driving the second support structure that is guided for movement relative to the first support structure along a third axis orthogonal to the first and second axes. The forcer is coupled to the second support structure and is movable with respect to the stator, and the stator is relatively stationary and decoupled from the second support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: ASM Assembly Automation Ltd.
    Inventors: Gary Peter Widdowson, Man Chung Raymond Ng, Yen Hsi Terry Tang