Patents by Inventor Grant Cunningham

Grant Cunningham 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).

  • Cell washing using acoustic waves
    Patent number: 10737012
    Abstract: Disclosed is a device for separating a cellular component from a multicomponent fluid. The device can include a body, a first acoustic wave generator, and a second acoustic wave propagating component. The body can define a channel having a first surface, an opposing second surface, a first side, and an opposing second side. The channel can extend along a longitudinal axis from a first end to an opposing second end. The first acoustic wave generator can be coupled to the first surface. The second acoustic wave propagating component can be coupled to the second surface. The first acoustic wave generator and second acoustic wave propagating component can be configured to generate a bulk standing acoustic wave in the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: Biomet Biologics, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. Leach, Ned M. Hamman, David Abeskaron, Grant Cunningham, Randel Dorian, Richard Wood Storrs, Scott R. King
  • Methods for rejuvenating red blood cells
    Patent number: 9808487
    Abstract: Methods for transfusing blood to a mammalian subject. The method includes obtaining a unit of blood, rejuvenating the blood with an enhancement composition, measuring a level of 2,3-diphosphoglycerate in the blood, and delivering the blood to a subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Assignee: Biomet Biologics, LLC
    Inventors: Alan Gray, Joel C. Higgins, Matthew D. Landrigan, Grant Cunningham
  • CELL WASHING USING ACOUSTIC WAVES
    Publication number: 20160325039
    Abstract: Disclosed is a device for separating a cellular component from a multicomponent fluid. The device can include a body, a first acoustic wave generator, and a second acoustic wave propagating component. The body can define a channel having a first surface, an opposing second surface, a first side, and an opposing second side. The channel can extend along a longitudinal axis from a first end to an opposing second end. The first acoustic wave generator can be coupled to the first surface. The second acoustic wave propagating component can be coupled to the second surface. The first acoustic wave generator and second acoustic wave propagating component can be configured to generate a bulk standing acoustic wave in the channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Michael D. Leach, Ned M. Hamman, David Abeskaron, Grant Cunningham, Randel Dorian, Richard Wood Storrs, Scott R. King
  • METHODS FOR REJUVENATING RED BLOOD CELLS
    Publication number: 20150366911
    Abstract: Methods for transfusing blood to a mammalian subject. The method includes obtaining a unit of blood, rejuvenating the blood with an enhancement composition, measuring 2,3-DPG concentration of the blood, and delivering the blood to a subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: Alan GRAY, Joel C. HIGGINS, Matthew D. LANDRIGAN, Grant CUNNINGHAM
  • Methods for rejuvenating red blood cells
    Patent number: 9103842
    Abstract: Methods for transfusing blood to a mammalian subject. The method includes obtaining a unit of blood, rejuvenating the blood with an enhancement composition, measuring 2,3-DPG concentration of the blood, and delivering the blood to a subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: Biomet Biologics, LLC
    Inventors: Alan Gray, Joel C. Higgins, Matthew D. Landrigan, Grant Cunningham
  • Device for coating intramedullary rods with cement
    Patent number: 9017055
    Abstract: A mold for forming a coated intramedullary (IM) nail can include a tubular member having an insertion end and an opposite end. The tubular member can comprise a sidewall extending along a longitudinal axis between an outer surface and an inner surface. The sidewall can define at least one threaded inlet port therealong. The tubular member can be configured to receive the IM nail therein. The tubular member can be further configured to locate a flowable material against the IM nail within the inner surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: Biomet Manufacturing, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. Smith, Katie M. Schindler, Grant Cunningham
  • METHODS FOR REJUVENATING RED BLOOD CELLS
    Publication number: 20140212397
    Abstract: Methods for transfusing blood to a mammalian subject. The method includes obtaining a unit of blood, rejuvenating the blood with an enhancement composition, measuring 2,3-DPG concentration of the blood, and delivering the blood to a subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Inventors: Alan GRAY, Joel C. HIGGINS, Matthew D. LANDRIGAN, Grant CUNNINGHAM
  • DEVICE FOR COATING INTRAMEDULLARY RODS WITH CEMENT
    Publication number: 20140017391
    Abstract: A mold for forming a coated intramedullary (IM) nail can include a tubular member having an insertion end and an opposite end. The tubular member can comprise a sidewall extending along a longitudinal axis between an outer surface and an inner surface. The sidewall can define at least one threaded inlet port therealong. The tubular member can be configured to receive the IM nail therein. The tubular member can be further configured to locate a flowable material against the IM nail within the inner surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2012
    Publication date: January 16, 2014
    Applicant: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.
    Inventors: Daniel B. Smith, Katie M. Schindler, Grant Cunningham