Patents by Inventor Gregory J. Kintz

Gregory J. Kintz 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: 12064229
    Abstract: A surgical tool having an electromagnetic (EM) sensor component is provided. The surgical tool has a flexible shaft portion. Additionally, the surgical tool has a rigid portion attached to the flexible shaft portion. The rigid portion comprises at least one EM sensor within the rigid portion. The at least one EM sensor comprises an extended core portion surrounded by a coil. Additionally, the at least one EM sensor generates a change in voltage when exposed to an electromagnetic field.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2024
    Assignee: Auris Health, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, Enrique Romo, Nahid Sidki, Alan Yu
  • Patent number: 12059254
    Abstract: An optical device is used to monitor an implant embedded in the tissue of a mammal (e.g., under the skin). The implant receives excitation light from the optical device and emits light that is detected by the optical device, including an analyte-dependent optical signal. Scatter and absorption properties of tissue change over time due to changes in hydration, blood perfusion and oxygenation. The optical device has an arrangement of light sources, filters and detectors to transmit excitation light within excitation wavelength ranges and to measure emitted light within detection wavelengths. Changes in scattering and absorption of light in the tissue, such as diffuse reflectance, are monitored. The light sources, filters and detectors may also be used to monitor autofluorescence in the tissue to correct autofluorescence background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2024
    Assignee: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. Kintz, William McMillan, Natalie Wisniewski
  • Patent number: 11911113
    Abstract: An electromagnetic (EM) system for tracking a surgical tool is provided. The system may comprise a plurality of subsets of field generator coils disposed along edge portions of a surgical bed. Each subset of field generator coils may be configured to generate a magnetic field within a control volume. The system may further comprise a position sensor disposed on a portion of the surgical tool. The position sensor may be configured to generate a sensor signal in response to the magnetic field when the position sensor is located inside the control volume. Additionally, the system may comprise an EM system controller configured to selectively activate one or more of the subsets of field generator coils based on the sensor signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Auris Health, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Alan Yu
  • Publication number: 20230404701
    Abstract: An endolumenal robotic system provides the surgeon with the ability to drive a robotically-driven endoscopic device to a desired anatomical position in a patient without the need for awkward motions and positions, while also enjoying improved image quality from a digital camera mounted on the endoscopic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventors: Enrique ROMO, Jeffery B. ALVAREZ, Gregory J. KINTZ, David S. MINTZ, Jian ZHANG, Steve BURION, Serena WONG, Joseph Daniel BOGUSKY, Katherine A. BENDER, Alan YU
  • Publication number: 20230337951
    Abstract: Some embodiments described herein relate to an apparatus including a light source configured to transmit an excitation optical signal to an implanted sensor and a detector configured to detect an analyte-dependent optical signal emitted from an implanted sensor. The apparatus can include a lens configured to focus at least a portion of the analyte-dependent optical signal onto the detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2022
    Publication date: October 26, 2023
    Applicant: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. KINTZ, William A. MCMILLAN, Natalie A. WISNIEWSKI
  • Patent number: 11591557
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to devices and systems for allergen detection in a sample. The allergen detection system includes a sampler, a disposable analysis cartridge and a detection device with an optimized optical system. In some embodiments, the allergen detection utilizes aptamer nucleic acid molecules as detection agents. In some embodiments, the nucleic acids are conjugated to magnetic beads or solid surfaces such as glasses, microwells and microchips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2023
    Assignee: DOTS Technology Corp.
    Inventors: Adi Gilboa-Geffen, Gregory J. Kintz, Adam J. Young, Patrick Murphy, Joshua Glenn Anthony, Paul Fleming, Brett Gorham, Ryan Griswold, Bruce Richardson
  • Patent number: 11504035
    Abstract: Some embodiments described herein relate to an apparatus including a light source configured to transmit an excitation optical signal to an implanted sensor and a detector configured to detect an analyte-dependent optical signal emitted from an implanted sensor. The apparatus can include a lens configured to focus at least a portion of the analyte-dependent optical signal onto the detector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. Kintz, William A. McMillan, Natalie A. Wisniewski
  • Publication number: 20220331015
    Abstract: Floating electromagnetic field generator systems and methods are provided. The system comprises a surgical bed portion. The system also comprises a brace component disposed within the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the system comprises a first arm that is attached to the brace component. The first arm is positioned adjacent to the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the first arm has at least one field generator coil embedded therein. The system also comprises a second arm that is attached to the brace component. The second arm is positioned adjacent to the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the second arm has at least one field generator coil embedded therein. The second arm is positioned parallel to the first arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2022
    Publication date: October 20, 2022
    Inventors: Jason Lee, Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Alan Yu
  • Patent number: 11324554
    Abstract: Floating electromagnetic field generator systems and methods are provided. The system comprises a surgical bed portion. The system also comprises a brace component disposed within the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the system comprises a first arm that is attached to the brace component. The first arm is positioned adjacent to the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the first arm has at least one field generator coil embedded therein. The system also comprises a second arm that is attached to the brace component. The second arm is positioned adjacent to the surgical bed portion. Additionally, the second arm has at least one field generator coil embedded therein. The second arm is positioned parallel to the first arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: Auris Health, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Lee, Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Alan Yu
  • Publication number: 20220095960
    Abstract: An optical device is used to monitor an implant embedded in the tissue of a mammal (e.g., under the skin). The implant receives excitation light from the optical device and emits light that is detected by the optical device, including an analyte-dependent optical signal. Scatter and absorption properties of tissue change over time due to changes in hydration, blood perfusion and oxygenation. The optical device has an arrangement of light sources, filters and detectors to transmit excitation light within excitation wavelength ranges and to measure emitted light within detection wavelengths. Changes in scattering and absorption of light in the tissue, such as diffuse reflectance, are monitored. The light sources, filters and detectors may also be used to monitor autofluorescence in the tissue to correct autofluorescence background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2021
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Applicant: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. KINTZ, William MCMILLAN, Natalie WISNIEWSKI
  • Publication number: 20210389245
    Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to devices and systems for target detection in samples, particularly allergen detection in food samples. The allergen detection system includes a sampler, a disposable analysis cartridge and a detection device with an optimized optical system. The allergen detection utilizes nucleic acid molecules as detection agents and detection probes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2019
    Publication date: December 16, 2021
    Inventors: Adi Gilboa-Geffen, Alan Lloyd Weeks, Valerie Villareal, Patrick Murphy, Eric Anthony Robertson, Deirdre Ellen Day, Matthew Bernard Dean, Todd Glendon Campbell, Brian Christopher Burke, Tyler S. Smith, Thomas Christopher Hartner, Stanley Owen Thompson, Nhat Nam Trinh, David Carpenter, Gregory J. Kintz, Paul Koh, David Jennings Dostal, Kevin Doherty, Joel F. Jensen, William Law, Russell C. Mead, Jr., J. Efraín Alcorta
  • Publication number: 20210311032
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to devices and systems for allergen detection in food samples. The allergen detection system includes a disposable analysis cartridge and a detection device with an optimized optical system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2019
    Publication date: October 7, 2021
    Inventors: Adi Gilboa-Geffen, Alan Lloyd Weeks, Valerie Villareal, Patrick Murphy, Eric Anthony Robertson, David Carpenter, Deirdre Ellen Day, Matthew Bernard Dean, Todd Glendon Campbell, Gregory J. Kintz, Paul Koh, David Jennings Dostal, Kevin Doherty, Joel F. Jensen, William Law, Russell C. Mead, Jr., J. Efraín Alcorta
  • Patent number: 11134871
    Abstract: An optical device is used to monitor an implant embedded in the tissue of a mammal (e.g., under the skin). The implant receives excitation light from the optical device and emits light that is detected by the optical device, including an analyte-dependent optical signal. Scatter and absorption properties of tissue change over time due to changes in hydration, blood perfusion and oxygenation. The optical device has an arrangement of light sources, filters and detectors to transmit excitation light within excitation wavelength ranges and to measure emitted light within detection wavelengths. Changes in scattering and absorption of light in the tissue, such as diffuse reflectance, are monitored. The light sources, filters and detectors may also be used to monitor autofluorescence in the tissue to correct autofluorescence background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Assignee: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. Kintz, William A. McMillan, Natalie Wisniewski
  • Publication number: 20210153954
    Abstract: An electromagnetic (EM) system for tracking a surgical tool is provided. The system may comprise a plurality of subsets of field generator coils disposed along edge portions of a surgical bed. Each subset of field generator coils may be configured to generate a magnetic field within a control volume. The system may further comprise a position sensor disposed on a portion of the surgical tool. The position sensor may be configured to generate a sensor signal in response to the magnetic field when the position sensor is located inside the control volume. Additionally, the system may comprise an EM system controller configured to selectively activate one or more of the subsets of field generator coils based on the sensor signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Alan Yu
  • Publication number: 20210145305
    Abstract: A surgical tool having an electromagnetic (EM) sensor component is provided. The surgical tool has a flexible shaft portion. Additionally, the surgical tool has a rigid portion attached to the flexible shaft portion. The rigid portion comprises at least one EM sensor within the rigid portion. The at least one EM sensor comprises an extended core portion surrounded by a coil. Additionally, the at least one EM sensor generates a change in voltage when exposed to an electromagnetic field.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Publication date: May 20, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, Enrique Romo, Nahid Sidki, Alan Yu
  • Patent number: 10932861
    Abstract: An electromagnetic (EM) system for tracking a surgical tool is provided. The system may comprise a plurality of subsets of field generator coils disposed along edge portions of a surgical bed. Each subset of field generator coils may be configured to generate a magnetic field within a control volume. The system may further comprise a position sensor disposed on a portion of the surgical tool. The position sensor may be configured to generate a sensor signal in response to the magnetic field when the position sensor is located inside the control volume. Additionally, the system may comprise an EM system controller configured to selectively activate one or more of the subsets of field generator coils based on the sensor signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: Auris Health, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Alan Yu
  • Patent number: 10932691
    Abstract: A surgical tool having an electromagnetic (EM) sensor component is provided. The surgical tool has a flexible shaft portion. Additionally, the surgical tool has a rigid portion attached to the flexible shaft portion. The rigid portion comprises at least one EM sensor within the rigid portion. The at least one EM sensor comprises an extended core portion surrounded by a coil. Additionally, the at least one EM sensor generates a change in voltage when exposed to an electromagnetic field.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: Auris Health, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Sramek, Gregory J. Kintz, Enrique Romo, Nahid Sidki, Alan Yu
  • Publication number: 20200071647
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to devices and systems for allergen detection in a sample. The allergen detection system includes a sampler, a disposable analysis cartridge and a detection device with an optimized optical system. In some embodiments, the allergen detection utilizes aptamer nucleic acid molecules as detection agents. In some embodiments, the nucleic acids are conjugated to magnetic beads or solid surfaces such as glasses, microwells and microchips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2018
    Publication date: March 5, 2020
    Inventors: Adi Gilboa-Geffen, Gregory J. Kintz, Adam J. Young, Patrick Murphy, Joshua Glenn Anthony, Paul Fleming, Brett Gorham, Ryan Griswold, Bruce Richardson
  • Publication number: 20200008716
    Abstract: Some embodiments described herein relate to an apparatus including a light source configured to transmit an excitation optical signal to an implanted sensor and a detector configured to detect an analyte-dependent optical signal emitted from an implanted sensor. The apparatus can include a lens configured to focus at least a portion of the analyte-dependent optical signal onto the detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2019
    Publication date: January 9, 2020
    Applicant: Profusa, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory J. KINTZ, William A. MCMILLAN, Natalie A. WISNIEWSKI
  • Publication number: 20190223974
    Abstract: An endolumenal robotic system provides the surgeon with the ability to drive a robotically-driven endoscopic device to a desired anatomical position in a patient without the need for awkward motions and positions, while also enjoying improved image quality from a digital camera mounted on the endoscopic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2019
    Publication date: July 25, 2019
    Inventors: Enrique Romo, Jeffery B. Alvarez, Gregory J. Kintz, David S. Mintz, Jian Zhang, Steve Burion, Serena Wong, Joseph Daniel Bogusky, Katherine A. Bender, Alan Yu