Patents by Inventor Hubert Cécile François Martens
Hubert Cécile François Martens 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: 12003127Abstract: A mobile phone cover is provided comprising: a holder 120, 1120, 2120, 3120 for receiving and retaining a mobile phone 108, the mobile phone comprising an energy supply; a portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 having two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110, each charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 being configured and arranged for receiving and retaining a rechargeable instrument 104, the rechargeable instrument 104 comprising an energy storage; the portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 being further configured and arranged: to transfer energy, in use, from the energy supply of the mobile phone 108, placed in the holder, to the two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110; and to transfer energy, in use, from the charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 to the energy storage of the rechargeable instrument 104 placed in the respective charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2020Date of Patent: June 4, 2024Assignee: Salvia BioElectronics B.V.Inventors: Daniël Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Marjolein Wilhelmina Maria Schets
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Patent number: 11846684Abstract: During both invasive and non-invasive treatments and therapies, inaccuracies in locating the areas of interest mean that not all the area is treated, or the treatment is incomplete. A magnetic field probe 100, 1010, 102, 103 is provided that improves determination of a disposition of an implantable magnetic marker 200, the probe comprising a first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensor, substantially disposed along a transverse axis intersecting the longitudinal axis of the probe 150. The first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensors are close to the distal end 160 of the probe, and are separated by a minor sensor separation. A third 120, 130 magnetic sensor is provided close to the proximal end 165, separated by a major sensor separation from the second magnetic sensor 110, 120 close to the distal end 160, the major sensor separation being larger than the minor sensor separation; and the ratio of the major sensor separation to the minor sensor separation is in the range 1.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2022Date of Patent: December 19, 2023Assignee: SIRIUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS B.V.Inventors: Hubert Cécile Francois Martens, Bram Schermers, Takeshi Kaneko, Jeroen Hendrik Franken
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Publication number: 20230031115Abstract: During both invasive and non-invasive treatments and therapies, inaccuracies in locating the areas of interest mean that not all the area is treated, or the treatment is incomplete. A magnetic field probe 100, 101, 102, 103 is provided that improves determination of a disposition of an implantable magnetic marker 200, the probe comprising a first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensor, substantially disposed along a transverse axis intersecting the longitudinal axis of the probe 150. The first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensors are close to the distal end 160 of the probe, and are separated by a minor sensor separation. A third 120, 130 magnetic sensor is provided close to the proximal end 165, separated by a major sensor separation from the second magnetic sensor 110, 120 close to the distal end 160, the major sensor separation being larger than the minor sensor separation; and the ratio of the major sensor separation to the minor sensor separation is in the range 1.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2022Publication date: February 2, 2023Inventors: Hubert Cécile Francois MARTENS, Bram SCHERMERS, Takeshi KANEKO, Jeroen Hendrik FRANKEN
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Patent number: 11524162Abstract: A method and system are provided for determining a relation between stimulation settings for a brain stimulation probe and a corresponding V-field. The brain stimulation probe comprises multiple stimulation electrodes. The V-field is an electrical field in brain tissue surrounding the stimulation electrodes.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignees: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V., NeuroNexus Technologies Inc.Inventors: Emil Toader, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Michel Marcel Jose Decré, Franciscus Paulus Maria Budzelaar, Pieter Gerrit Blanken, David James Anderson
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Patent number: 11513168Abstract: During both invasive and non-invasive treatments and therapies, inaccuracies in locating the areas of interest mean that not all the area is treated, or the treatment is incomplete. A magnetic field probe 100, 1010, 102, 103 is provided that improves determination of a disposition of an implantable magnetic marker 200, the probe comprising a first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensor, substantially disposed along a transverse axis intersecting the longitudinal axis of the probe 150. The first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensors are close to the distal end 160 of the probe, and are separated by a minor sensor separation. A third 120, 130 magnetic sensor is provided close to the proximal end 165, separated by a major sensor separation from the second magnetic sensor 110, 120 close to the distal end 160, the major sensor separation being larger than the minor sensor separation; and the ratio of the major sensor separation to the minor sensor separation is in the range 1.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2021Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Assignee: SIRIUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS B.V.Inventors: Hubert Cécile Francois Martens, Bram Schermers, Takeshi Kaneko, Jeroen Hendrik Franken
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Patent number: 11318319Abstract: An implantable stimulator is provided having a conformable foil-like substrate, having a longitudinal axis extending from a pulse generator to a distal end of the substrate. The substrate comprising one or more adjacent polymeric substrate layers and an electrode array. The electrode array having a first and second electrode where one or more electrical interconnections are comprised in the substrate. The conformable foil-like substrate has a maximum thickness of 0.5 millimeter or less, proximate the electrodes. By providing a more easily patternable multilayer substrate, more complicated electrode array configurations may be supported, allowing a higher degree of flexibility to address transverse and/or longitudinal misalignment. By providing a relatively thin implantable electrode array user comfort may be increased through application of energy to tissue by the implantable stimulator.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2019Date of Patent: May 3, 2022Assignee: Salvia BioElectronics B.V.Inventors: Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens
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Publication number: 20210387001Abstract: An implantable stimulator is provided having a substrate comprising a conformable portion with an electrode array, and a pulse generator. A plurality of electrical interconnections are positioned between the surfaces of the substrate. The conformable portion has a thickness equal to or less than 0.5 millimeters. Optionally, one or more encapsulation layers may be provided. Optionally, one or adhesion layers may also be provided comprising a ceramic material. By providing a more easily patternable substrate, more complicated electrode array configurations may be supported, allowing a higher degree of flexibility to address transverse and/or longitudinal misalignment. By providing a relatively thin implantable electrode array, user comfort may be increased. The one or more adhesion layers improve the performance of the encapsulation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2021Publication date: December 16, 2021Inventors: Hubert Cecile Francois Martens, Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Maartje van der Zalm, Stijn Boere
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Patent number: 11166782Abstract: Implantable magnetic markers (seeds) provide a higher degree of flexibility and convenience. The magnetic field that a marker provides is determined by the magnetic properties of the materials used and the dimensions of the marker—in general, a larger marker is easier to locate. Larger diameter markers may be used, but they should be much smaller than the average tumor size if they are to provide a useful degree of localization. An implantable magnetic marker is provided with two or more magnetic elements comprising permanent magnets connected by a mechanical connector to resiliently retain a first orientation when deployed and a second orientation before and/or during implantation. This allows complex magnetic configurations to be implanted, while retaining a simplified implantation method independent of the number of magnetic elements used.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2020Date of Patent: November 9, 2021Inventors: Bram Schermers, Adrianus Cornelis Petrus Van Leijsen, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens
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Patent number: 11129986Abstract: An implantable stimulator is provided having a conformable foil-like substrate, having a longitudinal axis extending from a pulse generator to a distal end of the substrate. The substrate comprising one or more adjacent polymeric substrate layers and an electrode array. The electrode array having a first and second electrode where one or more electrical interconnections are comprised in the substrate. The conformable foil-like substrate has a maximum thickness of 0.5 millimeter or less, proximate the electrodes. By providing a more easily patternable multilayer substrate, more complicated electrode array configurations may be supported, allowing a higher degree of flexibility to address transverse and/or longitudinal misalignment. By providing a relatively thin implantable electrode array user comfort may be increased through application of energy to tissue by the implantable stimulator.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2020Date of Patent: September 28, 2021Inventors: Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens, Maartje van der Zalm
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Publication number: 20210270922Abstract: During both invasive and non-invasive treatments and therapies, inaccuracies in locating the areas of interest mean that not all the area is treated, or the treatment is incomplete. A magnetic field probe 100, 1010, 102, 103 is provided that improves determination of a disposition of an implantable magnetic marker 200, the probe comprising a first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensor, substantially disposed along a transverse axis intersecting the longitudinal axis of the probe 150. The first 110, 120 and second 110, 120 magnetic sensors are close to the distal end 160 of the probe, and are separated by a minor sensor separation. A third 120, 130 magnetic sensor is provided close to the proximal end 165, separated by a major sensor separation from the second magnetic sensor 110, 120 close to the distal end 160, the major sensor separation being larger than the minor sensor separation; and the ratio of the major sensor separation to the minor sensor separation is in the range 1.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2021Publication date: September 2, 2021Inventors: Hubert Cécile Francois MARTENS, Bram SCHERMERS, Takeshi KANEKO, Jeroen Hendrik FRANKEN
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Publication number: 20210175727Abstract: A mobile phone cover is provided comprising: a holder 120, 1120, 2120, 3120 for receiving and retaining a mobile phone 108, the mobile phone comprising an energy supply; a portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 having two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110, each charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 being configured and arranged for receiving and retaining a rechargeable instrument 104, the rechargeable instrument 104 comprising an energy storage; the portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 being further configured and arranged: to transfer energy, in use, from the energy supply of the mobile phone 108, placed in the holder, to the two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110; and to transfer energy, in use, from the charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 to the energy storage of the rechargeable instrument 104 placed in the respective charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2020Publication date: June 10, 2021Inventors: Daniël Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Marjolein Wilhelmina Maria Schets
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Publication number: 20210170176Abstract: The use of neurostimulation leads in the craniofacial region is associated with skin erosion and lead migration. The cylindrical shape and associated thickness of state-of-the-art leads results in the lead eroding through the skin or results in the lead being displaced so that the electrodes no longer cover the targeted nerves. An implantable stimulator 100,1110 is provided having a substrate 300, 1400 comprising a conformable portion with an electrode array, and a pulse generator 500. A plurality of electrical interconnections 250, 1210 are positioned between the surfaces of the substrate The conformable portion has a thickness equal to or less than 0.5 millimeters. Optionally, one or more encapsulation layers 1300 may be provided. Optionally, one or adhesion layers 1500 may also be provided comprising a ceramic material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2020Publication date: June 10, 2021Inventors: Hubert Cecile Francois Martens, Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Maartje van der Zalm, Stijn Boere
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Publication number: 20210170182Abstract: An implantable stimulator is provided having a conformable foil-like substrate, having a longitudinal axis extending from a pulse generator to a distal end of the substrate. The substrate comprising one or more adjacent polymeric substrate layers and an electrode array. The electrode array having a first and second electrode where one or more electrical interconnections are comprised in the substrate. The conformable foil-like substrate has a maximum thickness of 0.5 millimeter or less, proximate the electrodes. By providing a more easily patternable multilayer substrate, more complicated electrode array configurations may be supported, allowing a higher degree of flexibility to address transverse and/or longitudinal misalignment. By providing a relatively thin implantable electrode array user comfort may be increased through application of energy to tissue by the implantable stimulator.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2019Publication date: June 10, 2021Inventors: Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens
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Publication number: 20210170175Abstract: An implantable stimulator is provided having a conformable foil-like substrate, having a longitudinal axis extending from a pulse generator to a distal end of the substrate. The substrate comprising one or more adjacent polymeric substrate layers and an electrode array. The electrode array having a first and second electrode where one or more electrical interconnections are comprised in the substrate. The conformable foil-like substrate has a maximum thickness of 0.5 millimeter or less, proximate the electrodes. By providing a more easily pattemable multilayer substrate, more complicated electrode array configurations may be supported, allowing a higher degree of flexibility to address transverse and/or longitudinal misalignment. By providing a relatively thin implantable electrode array user comfort may be increased through application of energy to tissue by the implantable stimulator.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2020Publication date: June 10, 2021Inventors: Daniel Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens, Maartje van der Zalm
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Patent number: 10886761Abstract: A mobile phone cover is provided comprising: a holder 120, 1120, 2120, 3120 for receiving and retaining a mobile phone 108, the mobile phone comprising an energy supply; a portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 having two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110, each charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 being configured and arranged for receiving and retaining a rechargeable instrument 104, the rechargeable instrument 104 comprising an energy storage; the portable charging device 106, 1106, 2106, 3106 being further configured and arranged: to transfer energy, in use, from the energy supply of the mobile phone 108, placed in the holder, to the two or more charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110; and to transfer energy, in use, from the charging stations 110, 1110, 2110, 3110 to the energy storage of the rechargeable instrument 104 placed in the respective charging station 110, 1110, 2110, 3110.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2019Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Inventors: Daniël Willem Elisabeth Schobben, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Marjolein Wilhelmina Maria Schets
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Publication number: 20200353261Abstract: A method and system are provided for determining a relation between stimulation settings for a brain stimulation probe and a corresponding V-field. The brain stimulation probe comprises multiple stimulation electrodes. The V-field is an electrical field in brain tissue surrounding the stimulation electrodes.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2020Publication date: November 12, 2020Applicants: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V., NeuroNexus Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Emil Toader, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Michel Marcel Jose Decré, Franciscus Paulus Maria Budzelaar, Pieter Gerrit Blanken, David James Anderson
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Patent number: 10758727Abstract: A method and system are provided for determining a relation between stimulation settings for a brain stimulation probe and a corresponding V-field. The brain stimulation probe comprises multiple stimulation electrodes. The V-field is an electrical field in brain tissue surrounding the stimulation electrodes.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2017Date of Patent: September 1, 2020Assignees: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V., NeuroNexus Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Emil Toader, Hubert Cécile François Martens, Michel Marcel Jose Decré, Franciscus Paulus Maria Budzelaar, Pieter Gerrit Blanken, David James Anderson
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Patent number: 10300285Abstract: Electrical stimulation sources and amplitudes are allocated to implantable electrodes based on impedance values for controlled delivery of electrical stimulation therapy to a patient. Allocation may include assigning implantable electrodes, in a group of active electrodes, to clusters based on impedance values of the electrodes, coupling the electrode clusters to respective stimulation sources, and defining respective stimulation amplitudes delivered by the stimulation sources to the electrode clusters. Each cluster may include electrodes having relatively similar impedance values, such that electrodes in each cluster present less variation in impedance relative to impedance variation across the group of electrodes. With reduced variation in impedance, in some examples, variation in current outflow through electrodes in each cluster may be reduced, promoting more uniform distribution of stimulation current across the group of active electrodes and a more uniform stimulation field.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2017Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V.Inventors: Mattias Bengt Johan Astrom, Mark Hage, Hubert Cecile François Martens, Kambiz Nanbakhsh, Erik van Veenendaal
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Patent number: 10220200Abstract: A device for cranial implantation includes a ferrule and a plate for placement in the ferrule. Furthermore, a neurological implant system includes a probe and a device for cranial implantation.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2009Date of Patent: March 5, 2019Assignee: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V.Inventors: Michel Marcel Jose Decre, Johannes Cornelius Antonius Muller, Michel Gerardus Pardoel, Hubert Cecile Francois Martens
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Publication number: 20180185651Abstract: Electrical stimulation sources and amplitudes are allocated to implantable electrodes based on impedance values for controlled delivery of electrical stimulation therapy to a patient. Allocation may include assigning implantable electrodes, in a group of active electrodes, to clusters based on impedance values of the electrodes, coupling the electrode clusters to respective stimulation sources, and defining respective stimulation amplitudes delivered by the stimulation sources to the electrode clusters. Each cluster may include electrodes having relatively similar impedance values, such that electrodes in each cluster present less variation in impedance relative to impedance variation across the group of electrodes. With reduced variation in impedance, in some examples, variation in current outflow through electrodes in each cluster may be reduced, promoting more uniform distribution of stimulation current across the group of active electrodes and a more uniform stimulation field.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2017Publication date: July 5, 2018Applicant: Medtronic Bakken Research Center B.V.Inventors: Mattias Bengt Johan Astrom, Mark Hage, Hubert Cecile François Martens, Kambiz Nanbakhsh, Erik van Veenendaal