Patents by Inventor Gwenn E. Kennedy

Gwenn E. Kennedy 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).

  • Lancing device and method of sample collection
    Patent number: 6283982
    Abstract: A lancing device and method for self-collecting a sample of body fluid by penetrating a body tissue at a sampling site. The invention includes a housing geometry configured for ease of use at different sampling sites on the body, even by persons having reduced dexterity and/or poor vision. Depth of penetration is selectively controlled by adjusting the stroke range of a spring-driven lancet carrier. A pressure applicator is included for stimulating flow of the body fluid. A transparent portion permits observation of the sampling site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Assignee: Facet Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard W. Levaughn, Stephen J. Flynn, Gwenn E. Kennedy, Michael V. Lipoma
  • Lancing device
    Patent number: D444557
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Assignee: Facet Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Richard W. Levaughn, Stephen J. Flynn, Gwenn E. Kennedy, Michael V. Lipoma