Patents by Inventor Gerard Swiers

Gerard Swiers 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).

  • Shielding device
    Patent number: 10403411
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of radioactive substances and in particular to a method to facilitate handling of radioactive solutions. Provided by the present invention is a device that enables preparation of capsules filled with radioactivity. More particularly, the radioactivity is suitable for use in certain radiopharmaceutical procedures. The present invention provides improved accuracy and uniformity of patient doses. Furthermore, the potential for spills and needle stick injuries is reduced and the radiation burden is reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: GE HEALTHCARE LIMITED
    Inventors: Nanno Schreuder, Gerard Swiers, Maikel Herbrink
  • Shielding Device
    Publication number: 20190080808
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of radioactive substances and in particular to a method to facilitate handling of radioactive solutions. Provided by the present invention is a device that enables preparation of capsules filled with radioactivity. More particularly, the radioactivity is suitable for use in certain radiopharmaceutical procedures. The present invention provides improved accuracy and uniformity of patient doses. Furthermore, the potential for spills and needle stick injuries is reduced and the radiation burden is reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2016
    Publication date: March 14, 2019
    Applicant: GE Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Nanno Schreuder, Gerard Swiers, Maikel Herbrink