Patents by Inventor Gerald Stier
Gerald Stier 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: 11394955Abstract: An illustrative example embodiment of a camera testing device includes a plurality of optic components in a predetermined arrangement that places a center of each of the optic components in a position to be aligned with a line of sight of a respective, predetermined portion of a camera field of view when the plurality of optic components are between the camera and at least one target.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2020Date of Patent: July 19, 2022Assignee: APTIV TECHNOLOGIES LIMITEDInventors: James C. Baar, Ronald M. Taylor, Timothy D. Garner, Nathan R. Faulks, Michael D. Cervoni, Piotr Szewc, Gerald Stier, Yew Kwang Low
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Publication number: 20210227204Abstract: An illustrative example embodiment of a camera testing device includes a plurality of optic components in a predetermined arrangement that places a center of each of the optic components in a position to be aligned with a line of sight of a respective, predetermined portion of a camera field of view when the plurality of optic components are between the camera and at least one target.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2020Publication date: July 22, 2021Inventors: James C. Baar, Ronald M. Taylor, Timothy D. Garner, Nathan R. Faulks, Michael D. Cervoni, Piotr Szewc, Gerald Stier, Yew Kwang Low
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Publication number: 20210022900Abstract: The present invention relates to a limb orthosis, in particular a knee orthosis, comprising a strap system, wherein a strap as a first section of the strap system is routed in such a manner that the strap crosses over in a first crossover region and that a strap as a second section of the strap system is routed in such a manner that the strap crosses over in a second crossover region.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2018Publication date: January 28, 2021Inventors: Sandro Hebenstreit, Gerald Stier, Hans B. Bauerfeind
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Patent number: 10624777Abstract: The invention relates to a variable orthopaedic back shell having two side shell parts, which can be used as a back orthosis or as a holder for other orthoses, for example shoulder orthoses. The invention also relates to an orthosis which includes a back shell according to the invention, and to the orthopedic use of the back shells.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2013Date of Patent: April 21, 2020Assignee: BAUERFEIND AGInventors: Gerhard Röbelt, Gerald Stier, Ronny Baetz
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Patent number: 10426650Abstract: The invention relates to a recliner-type orthosis comprising a lap belt or pelvic strap (30), a rigid recliner rail (10) over the spinal column, and two individually tightenable shoulder straps (23, 24), each of which extends from a lower portion (12) of then recliner rail (10), forms a shoulder strap, and is guided backwards via guides (18, 19) on a top portion (14) of the recliner rail (10), where the two shoulder straps (23, 24) intersect in a central point of intersection (29) and then run contralaterally towards the front, intersect in lateral points of intersection (27, 28) and can finally be tightly attached to the lap belt (30).Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2017Date of Patent: October 1, 2019Assignee: Bauerfeind AGInventors: Gerald Stier, Jürgen Harms
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Patent number: 10390987Abstract: A tensioning device for orthoses for supporting and maintaining the function of the human body, particularly body-encompassing back orthoses, allows for an individual, segmental adjustment of the supporting effect through individually, separately designed pulley assemblies which can be attached individually and height-adjustably to a backplate designed as central element.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2013Date of Patent: August 27, 2019Assignee: BAUERFEIND AGInventors: Gerhard Roebelt, Ronny Baetz, Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20190029866Abstract: The invention relates to a recliner-type orthosis comprising a lap belt or pelvic strap (30), a rigid recliner rail (10) over the spinal column, and two individually tightenable shoulder straps (23, 24), each of which extends from a lower portion (12) of then recliner rail (10), forms a shoulder strap, and is guided backwards via guides (18, 19) on a top portion (14) of the recliner rail (10), where the two shoulder straps (23, 24) intersect in a central point of intersection (29) and then run contralaterally towards the front, intersect in lateral points of intersection (27, 28) and can finally be tightly attached to the lap belt (30).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2017Publication date: January 31, 2019Applicant: Bauerfeind AGInventors: Gerald Stier, Jürgen Harms
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Publication number: 20180110644Abstract: The present invention relates to coupling elements to couple belts, particularly abdominal belts and tension bands. The coupling elements can particularly be used for belts of braces or orthoses.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2016Publication date: April 26, 2018Applicant: BAUERFEIND AGInventor: Gerald STIER
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Patent number: 9295577Abstract: A novel tightening device for orthoses for supporting and preserving the function of the human body, and more particularly for back orthoses surrounding the body, allows individual, segmental adjustment of the supporting action by way of individual, separate tackle assemblies.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2011Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Bauerfeind AGInventor: Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20150209171Abstract: The invention relates to medical aids, e.g. bandages and orthoses, comprising at least one knitted fabric, in particular a warp-knitted fabric, especially warp-knitted fabric without loop pile, said fabric having an open structure that can be stretched simultaneously in the longitudinal and transverse directions. The invention also relates to the use of such knitted fabrics, especially warp-knitted fabrics, in medical aids, e.g. bandages and orthoses, and to methods for producing said medical aids.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2013Publication date: July 30, 2015Applicant: BAUERFEIND AGInventor: Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20150182369Abstract: The invention relates to a variable orthopaedic back shell having two side shell parts, which can be used as a back orthosis or as a holder for other orthoses, for example shoulder orthoses. The invention also relates to an orthosis which includes a back shell according to the invention, and to the orthopaedic use of the back shells.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2013Publication date: July 2, 2015Applicant: BAUERFEIND AGInventors: Gerhard Röebelt, Gerald Stier, Ronny Baetz
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Publication number: 20150133839Abstract: A tensioning device for orthoses for supporting and maintaining the function of the human body, particularly body-encompassing back orthoses, allows for an individual, segmental adjustment of the supporting effect through individually, separately designed pulley assemblies which can be attached individually and height-adjustably to a backplate designed as central element.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2013Publication date: May 14, 2015Inventors: Gerhard Roebelt, Ronny Baetz, Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20150126917Abstract: A tensioning device for orthoses for supporting and maintaining the function of the human body, particularly orthoses surrounding a part of the body or the body, such as back orthoses. The tensioning device allows for an individual, segmental adjustment of the supporting effect through individually, separately designed pulley assemblies comprising at least one deflection roller and a lockable reel.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2013Publication date: May 7, 2015Applicant: BAUERFEIND AGInventor: Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20130211301Abstract: A novel tightening device for orthoses for supporting and preserving the function of the human body, and more particularly for back orthoses surrounding the body, allows individual, segmental adjustment of the supporting action by way of individual, separate tackle assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2011Publication date: August 15, 2013Inventor: Gerald Stier
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Publication number: 20110313338Abstract: The invention relates to an ankle joint bandage comprising a stocking (4) running over the middle foot and able joint and a fixing strap enclosing the foot (1) wherein the fixing strap is medially connected to an anchor point (9) on the stocking (4) in the middle foot region. From there the strap (8) may be placed on the sole side around the middle foot crossing the middle of the instep from the medial side to loop around the shin (3) above the ankle, then crossing laterally the middle of the instep again and runs around the middle foot on the sole side again and may be fixed to a bandage region above the sole.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2010Publication date: December 22, 2011Applicant: BAUERFEIND AGInventors: Ronny Baetz, Gerald Stier, Gerhard Roebelt
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Publication number: 20100113996Abstract: The invention relates to an epicondylitis clasp, wherein the holding part thereof, encompassing the arm, is tightenable by means of a steplessly adjustable securing strap, the inside of said epicondylitis clasp being provided with a pad for exerting pressure on a pressure-requiring area, said pad being in the form of an oblong pad attached to the holding part. A side of the holding part opposite the opening therein—said opening being bridgeable by the securing strap—is provided with a tab, wherein, with the holding part fitted on the arm, said tab covers the elbow joint and, by receiving the elbow, so encompasses the elbow joint that, when the holding part is fitted, the tab, which is guided by the elbow, serves as a positioning aid for positioning the holding part.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2009Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventors: Rony Bätz, Gerald Stier