Patents by Inventor Gregory T. Schulte
Gregory T. Schulte 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: 9622827Abstract: A surgical robotics system with robotic arms is configurable to perform a variety of surgical procedures. The surgical robotics system includes a table, column, base, and robotic arms that are either column-mounted, rail-mounted, or mounted on a separate unit. In a column-mounted configuration, the column includes column rings that translate vertically and rotate about the column. The robotic arms are attached to the column rings. In a rail-mounted configuration, the base includes base rails that translate along the base. The robotic arms are attached to the base rails. In both configurations, the robotic arms move independently from each other and include a multiple arm segments. Each arm segment provides an additional degree of freedom to the robotic arm. Thus, the surgical robotics system may position the robotic arms into numerous configurations to access different parts of a patient's body.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2016Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Assignee: Auris Surgical Robotics, Inc.Inventors: Alan Yu, Frederic H. Moll, Benjamin Richter, Mark H. Olson, Jason Gonzalez, Kyle Andrew Tucker, Paxton Maeder-York, Gregory T. Schulte
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Publication number: 20160331477Abstract: A surgical robotics system with robotic arms is configurable to perform a variety of surgical procedures. The surgical robotics system includes a table, column, base, and robotic arms that are either column-mounted, rail-mounted, or mounted on a separate unit. In a column-mounted configuration, the column includes column rings that translate vertically and rotate about the column. The robotic arms are attached to the column rings. In a rail-mounted configuration, the base includes base rails that translate along the base. The robotic arms are attached to the base rails. In both configurations, the robotic arms move independently from each other and include a multiple arm segments. Each arm segment provides an additional degree of freedom to the robotic arm. Thus, the surgical robotics system may position the robotic arms into numerous configurations to access different parts of a patient's body.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2016Publication date: November 17, 2016Inventors: Alan Yu, Frederic H. Moll, Benjamin Richter, Mark H. Olson, Jason Gonzalez, Kyle Andrew Tucker, Paxton Maeder-York, Gregory T. Schulte
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Publication number: 20160331613Abstract: A surgical robotics system with robotic arms is configurable to perform a variety of surgical procedures. The system includes a table, column, base, and robotic arms that are either column-mounted, rail-mounted, or mounted on a separate unit. In a column-mounted configuration, the column includes column rings that translate vertically and rotate about the column. The robotic arms are attached to the column rings. In a rail-mounted configuration, the base includes base rails that translate along the base. The robotic arms are attached to the base rails. In both, the robotic arms move independently from each other and include multiple arm segments. Each arm segment provides an additional degree of freedom to the robotic arm. Thus, the system may position the robotic arms into numerous configurations to access different parts of a patient's body. The surgical bed may include a swivel segment that rotates laterally on the plane of the bed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2016Publication date: November 17, 2016Inventors: Jason Lee, Alan Yu, Frederic H. Moll, Benjamin Richter, Mark H. Olson, Jason Gonzalez, Kyle Andrew Tucker, Paxton Maeder-York, Gregory T. Schulte
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Publication number: 20160015966Abstract: Leads having directional electrodes thereon. Also provided are leads having directional electrodes as well as retention ledges to secure the electrodes to the leads. Also provided are leads with directional electrodes where all the electrodes have the same surface area. Methods of manufacturing leads and methods of treating conditions and selectively stimulating regions of the nervous system are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2015Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: Gregory T. Schulte, Scott Kokones
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Patent number: 9162053Abstract: Leads having directional electrodes thereon. Also provided are leads having directional electrodes as well as retention ledges to secure the electrodes to the leads. Also provided are leads with directional electrodes where all the electrodes have the same surface area. Methods of manufacturing leads and methods of treating conditions and selectively stimulating regions of the nervous system are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2011Date of Patent: October 20, 2015Assignee: Boston Scientific Neuromodulation CorporationInventors: Gregory T. Schulte, Scott Kokones
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Publication number: 20150066111Abstract: A tool for assisting in the planning or performing of electrical neuromodulation of a patient's spinal cord. The tool may have various functions and capabilities, including calculating a volume of activation, registering an electrode(s) shown in a radiologic image, constructing functional images of the patient's spinal anatomy, targeting of neuromodulation, finding a functional midline between multiple electrodes, determining the three-dimensional position of multiple electrodes, and/or accommodating for electrode migration. In certain embodiments, the tool can be embodied as computer software or a computer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventors: David Arthur BLUM, Gregory T. SCHULTE, Scott KOKONES, Keith CARLTON
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Patent number: 8913804Abstract: A tool for assisting in the planning or performing of electrical neuromodulation of a patient's spinal cord. The tool may have various functions and capabilities, including calculating a volume of activation, registering an electrode(s) shown in a radiologic image, constructing functional images of the patient's spinal anatomy, targeting of neuromodulation, finding a functional midline between multiple electrodes, determining the three-dimensional position of multiple electrodes, and/or accommodating for electrode migration. In certain embodiments, the tool can be embodied as computer software or a computer system.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2011Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: Boston Scientific Neuromodulation CorporationInventors: David Arthur Blum, Gregory T. Schulte, Scott Kokones, Keith Carlton
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Patent number: 8862237Abstract: A tool for assisting in the planning or performing of electrical neuromodulation of a patient's spinal cord. The tool may have various functions and capabilities, including calculating a volume of activation, registering an electrode(s) shown in a radiologic image, constructing functional images of the patient's spinal anatomy, targeting of neuromodulation, finding a functional midline between multiple electrodes, determining the three-dimensional position of multiple electrodes, and/or accommodating for electrode migration. In certain embodiments, the tool can be embodied as computer software or a computer system.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2011Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Assignee: Boston Scientific Neuromodulation CorporationInventors: David Arthur Blum, Gregory T. Schulte, Scott Kokones, Keith Carlton
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Publication number: 20120265268Abstract: A tool for assisting in the planning or performing of electrical neuromodulation of a patient's spinal cord. The tool may have various functions and capabilities, including calculating a volume of activation, registering an electrode(s) shown in a radiologic image, constructing functional images of the patient's spinal anatomy, targeting of neuromodulation, finding a functional midline between multiple electrodes, determining the three-dimensional position of multiple electrodes, and/or accommodating for electrode migration. In certain embodiments, the tool can be embodied as computer software or a computer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2011Publication date: October 18, 2012Applicant: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATIONInventors: David Arthur BLUM, Gregory T. SCHULTE, Scott KOKONES, Keith CARLTON
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Publication number: 20120212380Abstract: The invention may provide an antenna device including a communication interface to couple the antenna device to an external device and a package housing with an adhesive surface. A planar antenna pattern may be fabricated on a substrate within the package housing, wherein the antenna pattern is configured to transmit an ultra-wideband signal and to receive a reflection of the transmitted signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2012Publication date: August 23, 2012Applicant: PNEUMOSONICS, INC.Inventors: David M. THEOBOLD, David Arthur BLUM, Gregory T. SCHULTE, Alan GRESZLER, Vincent OWENS
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Publication number: 20120014580Abstract: A tool for assisting in the planning or performing of electrical neuromodulation of a patient's spinal cord. The tool may have various functions and capabilities, including calculating a volume of activation, registering an electrode(s) shown in a radiologic image, constructing functional images of the patient's spinal anatomy, targeting of neuromodulation, finding a functional midline between multiple electrodes, determining the three-dimensional position of multiple electrodes, and/or accommodating for electrode migration. In certain embodiments, the tool can be embodied as computer software or a computer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2011Publication date: January 19, 2012Applicant: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATIONInventors: David Arthur BLUM, Gregory T. SCHULTE, Scott KOKONES, Keith CARLTON
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Publication number: 20110245903Abstract: Leads having directional electrodes thereon. Also provided are leads having directional electrodes as well as retention ledges to secure the electrodes to the leads. Also provided are leads with directional electrodes where all the electrodes have the same surface area. Methods of manufacturing leads and methods of treating conditions and selectively stimulating regions of the nervous system are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2011Publication date: October 6, 2011Applicant: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATIONInventors: Gregory T. SCHULTE, Scott KOKONES
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Publication number: 20110034981Abstract: Apparatus for securing a therapy delivery device relative to a burr hole and method for making same. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a base for seating in or near the burr hole. The apparatus may further include a stabilizer that may be engaged with the therapy delivery device. The stabilizer may include a surface coating or treatment operable to enhance frictional engagement with the therapy delivery device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2010Publication date: February 10, 2011Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Gregory T. Schulte, Matthew H. Adams, Shahn S. Sage, Lynn M. Otten
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Patent number: 7604644Abstract: Apparatus and methods for securing a therapy delivery device relative to a burr hole. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a base that is securable to bone, without the use of fasteners, either before or after insertion of the therapy delivery device into the burr hole. The apparatus may further include a stabilizer that may be engaged with both the base and the therapy delivery device while the delivery device is held with positioning apparatus. The base and/or stabilizer may frictionally engage the delivery device, e.g., receive it with interference, to secure the device in two or more non-parallel directions. In some embodiments, at least the stabilizer may include a surface coating or treatment operable to enhance frictional engagement with the therapy delivery device.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2005Date of Patent: October 20, 2009Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Gregory T. Schulte, Matthew H. Adams, Shahn S. Sage, Lynn M. Otten
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Patent number: 7580756Abstract: Apparatus and methods for securing a therapy delivery device relative to a burr hole. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a base that is securable to bone, without the use of fasteners, either before or after insertion of the therapy delivery device into the burr hole. The apparatus may further include a stabilizer that may be engaged with both the base and the therapy delivery device while the delivery device is held with positioning apparatus. The base and/or stabilizer may frictionally engage the delivery device, e.g., receive it with interference, to secure the device in two or more non-parallel directions. In some embodiments, at least the stabilizer may include a surface coating or treatment operable to enhance frictional engagement with the therapy delivery device.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2005Date of Patent: August 25, 2009Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Gregory T. Schulte, Matthew H. Adams, Shahn S. Sage, Lynn M. Otten
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Patent number: 7331613Abstract: A connector assembly for interconnecting separate sections of tubing, e.g., medical tubing. Connector assemblies are a two-piece construction having a connector pin and a connector sleeve. The connector sleeve includes a first end, a second end, and a passageway extending between the first and second ends. The passageway is stepped, e.g., defined by both a bore of a first diameter and a bore of a second diameter.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2004Date of Patent: February 19, 2008Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventor: Gregory T. Schulte