Patents by Inventor Gregory Steube
Gregory Steube 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: 9713573Abstract: A method of manufacturing a metal cannula is disclosed. The method includes the step of providing a metal cannula having a longitudinal axis and defining a fluid channel. Next, the metal cannula is pressed to substantially close the fluid channel and define a first segment and a second segment. In a next step, the metal cannula is cut to separate the first segment from the second segment of the metal cannula. Each of the first and second segments have a pressed edge. The pressed edge substantially seals the fluid channel and has two pressed corners. Afterwards, each of the pressed corners are cut from the pressed edge of the first segment to define a pair of side openings and a distal blunt edge on the first segment. The side openings are in fluid communication with the fluid channel.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2013Date of Patent: July 25, 2017Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: James L. Carlyon, Gregory Steube
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Patent number: 9352138Abstract: An access port for introduction of a needle cannula tip into an IV tube set includes a rigid tubular housing and a resilient member disposed within an inlet of the housing. The resilient member includes a proximal face exposed to an exterior of the rigid housing and a distal face disposed within the rigid housing. An axial perforation extends through the resilient member, and is normally closed by a resilient character of the resilient member. A depression is defined in the proximal face of the resilient member, and includes sidewalls extending between the proximal face and the axial perforation to guide the needle cannula tip toward the axial perforation as a needle cannula associated with the needle cannula tip is introduced into the access port.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2015Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Eugene E Weilbacher, Gregory A Steube
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Patent number: 9125600Abstract: A medical device including a barrel having an open first end and capable of supporting a needle at a second end of the barrel is provided and includes a lid releasably adhered to and overlying the open first end of the barrel in a fluid tight manner; and a pad secured to a surface of the lid such that the pad is disposed within a cavity of the barrel when the lid is adhered to the barrel, wherein the pad comprises a disinfecting solution.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2010Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Inventors: Gregory A. Steube, Richard L. Fiser, Michael J. Noble, Janice L. Sherman
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Publication number: 20150148781Abstract: An access port for introduction of a cannulated needle tip into an IV tube set includes a rigid tubular housing and a resilient member disposed within an inlet of the housing. The resilient member includes a proximal face exposed to an exterior of the rigid housing and a distal face disposed within the rigid housing. An axial perforation extends through the resilient member, and is normally closed by a resilient character of the resilient member. A depression is defined in the proximal face of the resilient member, and includes sidewalls extending between the proximal face and the axial perforation to guide the needle cannula tip toward the axial perforation as a needle cannula associated with the needle cannula tip is introduced into the access port.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2015Publication date: May 28, 2015Inventors: Eugene E. Weilbacher, Gregory A. Steube
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Publication number: 20150112263Abstract: The present disclosure relates to fluid delivery devices for supplying a fluid, e.g., a flush medium, to a medical device, e.g., a vascular access device, inexpensively. The fluid delivery device includes a collapsible body defining a fluid reservoir and a connector for securing the fluid delivery device to the medical device. The collapsible body can include a bellows or pleated structure. In addition, structure including levers or plungers can be provided to collapse the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventors: Kathleen Tremblay, Scott M. Jones, Gregory A. Steube, Stephen B. Earheart, Kevin R. Martz, Mark Baker
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Patent number: 8945087Abstract: An access port for the introduction of a needle cannula tip into an IV tube set includes a rigid tubular housing and a resilient member disposed adjacent an inlet of the housing. The resilient member includes an axial perforation extending through the resilient member, and is normally closed by a resilient character of the resilient member. A depression is defined in a proximal face of the resilient member, and includes sidewalls extending between the proximal face and the axial perforation to guide the needle cannula tip toward the axial perforation as a needle cannula associated with the needle cannula tip is introduced into the access port.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2011Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Eugene E. Weilbacher, Gregory A. Steube
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Patent number: 8926563Abstract: A safety IV catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a catheter assembly, a needle assembly and a needle guard assembly. The needle guard assembly includes a needle guard, a biasing member and a bushing. The bushing is slidably positioned about the needle and includes an inner diameter which is smaller than an enlarged diameter portion of the needle such that the needle cannot be withdrawn through the bore of the bushing.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2013Date of Patent: January 6, 2015Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Gregory A. Steube
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Publication number: 20150005718Abstract: A safety intravenous (IV) catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a safety device having a housing defining a cavity and distal and proximal openings, and a biasing member positioned within the cavity. The biasing member is movable from a first position to a second position to tilt the housing in relation to the needle when the needle tip is withdrawn through the distal opening of the housing to misalign the needle tip and the distal opening. A blocking arm is provided on the biasing member to prevent the biasing member from moving from the second position back to the first position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2014Publication date: January 1, 2015Inventors: Sandra Walker, Gregory A. Steube, Kevin R. Martz
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Patent number: 8834422Abstract: A safety intravenous (IV) catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a safety device having a housing defining a cavity and distal and proximal openings, and a biasing member positioned within the cavity. The biasing member is movable from a first position to a second position to tilt the housing in relation to the needle when the needle tip is withdrawn through the distal opening of the housing to misalign the needle tip and the distal opening. A blocking arm is provided on the biasing member to prevent the biasing member from moving from the second position back to the first position.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2012Date of Patent: September 16, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Sandra A. Walker, Kevin R. Martz, Brian P. Sharp, Gregory A. Steube
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Publication number: 20140053953Abstract: A method of manufacturing a metal cannula is disclosed. The method includes the step of providing a metal cannula having a longitudinal axis and defining a fluid channel. Next, the metal cannula is pressed to substantially close the fluid channel and define a first segment and a second segment. In a next step, the metal cannula is cut to separate the first segment from the second segment of the metal cannula. Each of the first and second segments have a pressed edge. The pressed edge substantially seals the fluid channel and has two pressed corners. Afterwards, each of the pressed corners are cut from the pressed edge of the first segment to define a pair of side openings and a distal blunt edge on the first segment. The side openings are in fluid communication with the fluid channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2013Publication date: February 27, 2014Inventors: James L. Carlyon, Gregory Steube
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Publication number: 20140058329Abstract: A plurality of different vascular access assemblies are described which protect a clinician from accidental needle stick injury upon withdrawal of a needle from a catheter assembly. Each of the vascular access assemblies include a safety device for guarding the needle tip of the needle upon withdrawal of a needle from the catheter assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2013Publication date: February 27, 2014Inventors: Sandra Walker, Gregory A. Steube, Kevin R. Martz
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Publication number: 20140018738Abstract: A safety IV catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a catheter assembly, a needle assembly and a needle guard assembly. The needle guard assembly includes a needle guard, a biasing member and a bushing. The bushing is slidably positioned about the needle and includes an inner diameter which is smaller than an enlarged diameter portion of the needle such that the needle cannot be withdrawn through the bore of the bushing.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: COVIDIEN LPInventor: Gregory A. Steube
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Publication number: 20130340891Abstract: This present disclosure provides a non-coring vial access cannula which has sufficient structural strength that it may be made from a thermoplastic resin instead of metal, thus reducing the likelihood and severity of operator injury by an accidental needle stick. The vial access cannula of the present disclosure has (i) a needle hub suitable for receiving a hypodermic syringe or an IV set (e.g., a Luer lock), (ii) a cannula portion having a centrally disposed lumen, wherein the centrally disposed lumen terminates in one or more distal openings and is in fluid communication with the needle hub, and (iii) a solid tip member distal to the one or more distal openings, wherein the solid tip member has a blade with a cutting edge.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2013Publication date: December 26, 2013Applicant: Covidien LPInventor: Gregory A. Steube
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Patent number: 8591467Abstract: A plurality of different vascular access assemblies are described which protect a clinician from accidental needle stick injury upon withdrawal of a needle from a catheter assembly. Each of the vascular access assemblies include a safety device for guarding the needle tip of the needle upon withdrawal of a needle from the catheter assembly.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2012Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Sandra Walker, Gregory A. Steube, Kevin R. Martz
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Patent number: 8540686Abstract: This present disclosure provides a non-coring vial access cannula which has sufficient structural strength that it may be made from a thermoplastic resin instead of metal, thus reducing the likelihood and severity of operator injury by an accidental needle stick. The vial access cannula of the present disclosure has (i) a needle hub suitable for receiving a hypodermic syringe or an IV set (e.g., a Luer lock), (ii) a cannula portion having a centrally disposed lumen, wherein the centrally disposed lumen terminates in one or more distal openings and is in fluid communication with the needle hub, and (iii) a solid tip member distal to the one or more distal openings, wherein the solid tip member has a blade with a cutting edge.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2005Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: Covidien AGInventor: Gregory A. Steube
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Patent number: 8486024Abstract: A safety IV catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a catheter assembly, a needle assembly and a needle guard assembly. The needle guard assembly includes a needle guard, a biasing member and a bushing. The bushing is slidably positioned about the needle and includes an inner diameter which is smaller than an enlarged diameter portion of the needle such that the needle cannot be withdrawn through the bore of the bushing.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2012Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Gregory A. Steube
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Publication number: 20130085473Abstract: An access port for the introduction of a needle cannula tip into an IV tube set includes a rigid tubular housing and a resilient member disposed adjacent an inlet of the housing. The resilient member includes an axial perforation extending through the resilient member, and is normally closed by the resilient character of the resilient member. A depression is defined in a proximal face of the resilient member, and includes sidewalls extending between the proximal face and the axial perforation to guide the tip of the cannulated needle toward the perforation as the cannulated needle is introduced into the access port.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2011Publication date: April 4, 2013Applicant: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Eugene E. Weilbacher, Gregory A. Steube
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Patent number: 8382722Abstract: A method of manufacturing a metal cannula is disclosed. The method includes the step of providing a metal cannula having a longitudinal axis and defining a fluid channel. Next, the metal cannula is pressed to substantially close the fluid channel and define a first segment and a second segment. In a next step, the metal cannula is cut to separate the first segment from the second segment of the metal cannula. Each of the first and second segments have a pressed edge. The pressed edge substantially seals the fluid channel and has two pressed corners. Afterwards, each of the pressed corners are cut from the pressed edge of the first segment to define a pair of side openings and a distal blunt edge on the first segment. The side openings are in fluid communication with the fluid channel.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2008Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: James L. Carlyon, Gregory Steube
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Publication number: 20130030370Abstract: A plurality of different vascular access assemblies are described which protect a clinician from accidental needle stick injury upon withdrawal of a needle from a catheter assembly. Each of the vascular access assemblies include a safety device for guarding the needle tip of the needle upon withdrawal of a needle from the catheter assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2012Publication date: January 31, 2013Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LPInventors: Sandra Walker, Gregory A. Steube, Kevin R. Martz
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Publication number: 20120277679Abstract: A safety IV catheter assembly is disclosed which includes a catheter assembly, a needle assembly and a needle guard assembly. The needle guard assembly includes a needle guard, a biasing member and a bushing. The bushing is slidably positioned about the needle and includes an inner diameter which is smaller than an enlarged diameter portion of the needle such that the needle cannot be withdrawn through the bore of the bushing.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2012Publication date: November 1, 2012Applicant: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LPInventor: Gregory A. Steube