Patents by Inventor James A. Milburn

James A. Milburn 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).

  • Publication number: 20240117538
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding mechanism includes a disc defining a plane and a circumferential edge, a mandrel extending from a center of the disc that is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc, a plurality of catch mechanisms positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc, a plurality of actuators adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc, and a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel towards circumferential edge of the disc. A middle portion of each filament of the plurality of filaments contacts an end of the mandrel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: James M. Thompson, Brian J. Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn
  • Patent number: 11885053
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding mechanism includes a disc defining a plane and a circumferential edge, a mandrel extending from a center of the disc that is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc, a plurality of catch mechanisms positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc, a plurality of actuators adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc, and a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel towards circumferential edge of the disc. A middle portion of each filament of the plurality of filaments contacts an end of the mandrel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: MICROVENTION, INC.
    Inventors: James M. Thompson, Brian J. Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn
  • Publication number: 20230002943
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding mechanism includes a disc defining a plane and a circumferential edge, a mandrel extending from a center of the disc that is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc, a plurality of catch mechanisms positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc, a plurality of actuators adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc, and a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel towards circumferential edge of the disc. A middle portion of each filament of the plurality of filaments contacts an end of the mandrel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2022
    Publication date: January 5, 2023
    Inventors: James M. Thompson, Brian J. Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn
  • Patent number: 10907283
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding machine includes first and second annular members, the second annular member being concentric with the first annular member. A mandrel extends perpendicularly to and intersects a horizontal plane defined by a substantially circular region of the second annular member substantially at the center of the circular region. Each of the annular members has a plurality of tubular guide wires slideably mounted thereon and a plurality of wires extend from the mandrel through each of the tubular wire guides. The first annular member rotates circumferentially relative to the second annular member. The first plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially inward to align with the second annular member, and the second plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially outward so as to align with the first annular member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2021
    Assignee: SEQUENT MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: James M Thompson, Brian J Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn
  • Publication number: 20190218696
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding machine includes first and second annular members, the second annular member being concentric with the first annular member. A mandrel extends perpendicularly to and intersects a horizontal plane defined by a substantially circular region of the second annular member substantially at the center of the circular region. Each of the annular members has a plurality of tubular guide wires slideably mounted thereon and a plurality of wires extend from the mandrel through each of the tubular wire guides. The first annular member rotates circumferentially relative to the second annular member. The first plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially inward to align with the second annular member, and the second plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially outward so as to align with the first annular member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2019
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: James M. Thompson, Brian J. Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn
  • Patent number: 10260182
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding mechanism includes a circular array of filament engagement elements, a mandrel extending from the center of the circular array, a plurality of actuators disposed operably about the circular array, and a rotating mechanism adapted to rotate one or more filaments. The circular array of filament engagement elements and the plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another. The plurality of filaments are loaded onto the mandrel and extend radially toward and contact the circumferential edge of the circular array of filament engagement elements. The plurality of actuators are operated to engage a first subset of the plurality of filaments and move the engaged filaments in a generally radial direction to a position beyond the circumferential edge of the circular array. The rotating mechanism is operated to move the engaged filaments about the mandrel axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2019
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: James M Thompson, Brian J Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn
  • Patent number: 10260183
    Abstract: Methods for forming a tubular braid are described. The method for braiding includes providing a braiding mechanism including a disc, a mandrel, and a plurality of actuators. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge and the mandrel extends from a center of the disc. A plurality of filaments are loaded on the mandrel, each extending radially toward the circumferential edge and contacting the disc at a point of engagement. The plurality of actuators are operated to engage and move a first subset of filaments in a generally radial direction to a position beyond the circumferential edge. The disc or the engaged first subset are rotated relative to one another, thereby crossing the first subset over a second subset of filaments. The actuators are then operated to move the first subset to a radial position on the circumferential edge different from its previous point of engagement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2019
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn, James M. Thompson
  • Publication number: 20170191195
    Abstract: Methods for forming a tubular braid are described. The method for braiding includes providing a braiding mechanism including a disc, a mandrel, and a plurality of actuators. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge and the mandrel extends from a center of the disc. A plurality of filaments are loaded on the mandrel, each extending radially toward the circumferential edge and contacting the disc at a point of engagement. The plurality of actuators are operated to engage and move a first subset of filaments in a generally radial direction to a position beyond the circumferential edge. The disc or the engaged first subset are rotated relative to one another, thereby crossing the first subset over a second subset of filaments. The actuators are then operated to move the first subset to a radial position on the circumferential edge different from its previous point of engagement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2017
    Publication date: July 6, 2017
    Applicant: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: PHILIPPE MARCHAND, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn, James M. Thompson
  • Patent number: 9631303
    Abstract: Mechanisms and methods for forming a tubular braid are described. The mechanism for braiding includes a disc, a mandrel, a plurality of catch mechanisms, a plurality of actuators, and a computer program. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge. The mandrel extends from a center of the disc and is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc. The plurality of catch mechanisms are positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc and are adapted to engage a filament. The plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another and are adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn, James M Thompson
  • Publication number: 20170088988
    Abstract: Methods of braiding using a braiding mechanism are described. The braiding mechanism includes a circular array of filament engagement elements, a mandrel extending from the center of the circular array, a plurality of actuators disposed operably about the circular array, and a rotating mechanism adapted to rotate one or more filaments. The circular array of filament engagement elements and the plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another. The plurality of filaments are loaded onto the mandrel and extend radially toward and contact the circumferential edge of the circular array of filament engagement elements. The plurality of actuators are operated to engage a first subset of the plurality of filaments and move the engaged filaments in a generally radial direction to a position beyond the circumferential edge of the circular array. The rotating mechanism is operated to move the engaged filaments about the mandrel axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2016
    Publication date: March 30, 2017
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: JAMES M THOMPSON, BRIAN J COX, ROBERT ROSENBLUTH, PHILIPPE MARCHAND, JOHN NOLTING, DARRIN J KENT, TAN Q DINH, HUNG P TRAN, JAMES A MILBURN
  • Patent number: 9528205
    Abstract: A braiding machine and methods of braiding are described. The braiding machine includes first and second annular members having inclined surfaces, the second annular member being concentric with the first annular member. The inclined surfaces are inclined at a non-zero angle formed between an axis of the outer ring and a horizontal axis that lies perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the mandrel. Each of the annular members has a plurality of tubular guide wires slideably mounted thereon and a plurality of wires extend from the mandrel through each of the tubular wire guides. One of the first and second annular members rotates circumferentially relative to the other. The first plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially inward so as to align with the second annular member, and the second plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially outward so as to align with the first annular member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc
    Inventors: James M Thompson, Brian J Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn
  • Publication number: 20140318354
    Abstract: A braiding machine and methods of braiding are described. The braiding machine includes first and second annular members having inclined surfaces, the second annular member being concentric with the first annular member. The inclined surfaces are inclined at a non-zero angle formed between an axis of the outer ring and a horizontal axis that lies perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the mandrel. Each of the annular members has a plurality of tubular guide wires slideably mounted thereon and a plurality of wires extend from the mandrel through each of the tubular wire guides. One of the first and second annular members rotates circumferentially relative to the other. The first plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially inward so as to align with the second annular member, and the second plurality of tubular wire guides slides radially outward so as to align with the first annular member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL INC.
    Inventors: JAMES M THOMPSON, BRIAN J COX, ROBERT ROSENBLUTH, PHILIPPE MARCHAND, JOHN NOLTING, DARRIN J KENT, TAN Q DINH, HUNG P TRAN, JAMES A MILBURN
  • Publication number: 20140318355
    Abstract: Mechanisms and methods for forming a tubular braid are described. The mechanism for braiding includes a disc, a mandrel, a plurality of catch mechanisms, a plurality of actuators, and a computer program. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge. The mandrel extends from a center of the disc and is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc. The plurality of catch mechanisms are positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc and are adapted to engage a filament. The plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another and are adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: PHILIPPE MARCHAND, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn, James M. Thompson
  • Patent number: 8833224
    Abstract: Devices and methods for forming a tubular braid comprising a plurality of filaments. The method for braiding includes the step of loading a plurality of filaments on a mandrel and extending the filaments radially from the mandrel, the plurality of filaments have a first subset and a second subset. Tension is applied to the plurality of filaments using a weight attached to each filament. The first subset of the plurality of filaments is engaged, moved circumferentially relative to the second subset, and then released. The second subset of filaments is then engaged and moved circumferentially relative to the first subset of filaments, such that a tubular braid of filaments is formed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: James M Thompson, Brian J Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Q Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn
  • Patent number: 8826791
    Abstract: Devices and methods for forming a tubular braid comprising a plurality of filaments. The braiding machine includes a circular array of filament guiding members defining a plane; a mandrel defining an axis and adapted to carry one or more filaments extending from the mandrel to the circular array; a plurality of filaments extending from the mandrel in a radial array; a plurality of actuator mechanisms disposed operably about the disc; and a rotating mechanism adapted to rotate one or more filaments. The actuator mechanisms and rotating mechanism are configured to move each of the one or more filaments about the mandrel axis in a path comprising a series of arcs and radial movements. The braiding machine may alternately first and second annular members, a mandrel, first and second plurality of tubular wire guides, and a plurality of wires extending from the mandrel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: James M. Thompson, Brian J. Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J. Kent, Tan Q. Dinh, Hung P. Tran, James A. Milburn
  • Patent number: 8820207
    Abstract: A tubular braid and mechanisms for forming the braid are described. The mechanism for braiding includes a disc, a mandrel, a plurality of catch mechanisms, and a plurality of actuators. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge. The mandrel extends from a center of the disc and is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc. The plurality of catch mechanisms are positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc and are adapted to engage a filament. The plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another and are adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Assignee: Sequent Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn, James M Thompson
  • Patent number: 8807633
    Abstract: A suspension system for a cab of an off-road vehicle includes a superstructure configured to receive a cab frame. The superstructure forms a framework, the corners of which receive suspension assemblies and dampers. The suspension assemblies include one or more springs or resilient elements to resist suspension motion, and the dampers provide dampening of the motion. Lateral and longitudinal suspension motions are resisted by links between the corners of the superstructure. An anti-roll bar reduces roll. The entire suspension system may be pre-assembled and then joined to the vehicle chassis frame. The cab frame may then be placed on the suspension system. Parts of the suspension system may interface with and be housed by roll-over protective structures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: CNH Industrial America LLC
    Inventors: Rowland James Milburn, Michael Bakken, Salvatore Virgilio, David Larry Tveito, David Sheldon Booth, John Thomas Rasset, Jason Keith Novacek, Dallas Lee Jorgenson, Chad Alry Bautz, Michael Bunnell, Shane Michael Scott, Daniel John Zurn, Russell Stoltman
  • Publication number: 20130341966
    Abstract: A suspension system for a cab of an off-road vehicle includes a superstructure configured to receive a cab frame. The superstructure forms a framework, the corners of which receive suspension assemblies and dampers. The suspension assemblies include one or more springs or resilient elements to resist suspension motion, and the dampers provide dampening of the motion. Lateral and longitudinal suspension motions are resisted by links between the corners of the superstructure. An anti-roll bar reduces roll. The entire suspension system may be pre-assembled and then joined to the vehicle chassis frame. The cab frame may then be placed on the suspension system. Parts of the suspension system may interface with and be housed by roll-over protective structures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Publication date: December 26, 2013
    Applicant: CNH America LLC
    Inventors: Rowland James Milburn, Michael Henning Bakken, Salvatore Virgilio, David Larry Tveito, David Sheldon Booth, John Thomas Rasset, Jason Keith Novacek, Dallas Lee Jorgenson, Chad Alry Bautz, Michael Charles Bunnell, Shane Michael Scott, Daniel John Zurn, Russell Victor Stoltman
  • Publication number: 20130239790
    Abstract: Devices and methods for forming a tubular braid comprising a plurality of filaments. The method for braiding includes the step of loading a plurality of filaments on a mandrel and extending the filaments radially from the mandrel, the plurality of filaments have a first subset and a second subset. Tension is applied to the plurality of filaments using a weight attached to each filament. The first subset of the plurality of filaments is engaged, moved circumferentially relative to the second subset, and then released. The second subset of filaments is then engaged and moved circumferentially relative to the first subset of filaments, such that a tubular braid of filaments is formed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL INC.
    Inventors: JAMES M THOMPSON, Brian J Cox, Robert Rosenbluth, Philippe Q Marchand, John Nolting, Darrin J Kent, Tan Q Dinh, Hung P Tran, James A Milburn
  • Publication number: 20130233160
    Abstract: A tubular braid and mechanisms for forming the braid are described. The mechanism for braiding includes a disc, a mandrel, a plurality of catch mechanisms, and a plurality of actuators. The disc defines a plane and a circumferential edge. The mandrel extends from a center of the disc and is adapted to hold a plurality of filaments extending radially from the mandrel toward the circumferential edge of the disc. The plurality of catch mechanisms are positioned circumferentially around the edge of the disc and are adapted to engage a filament. The plurality of actuators are configured to move relative to one another and are adapted to move the plurality of catch mechanisms in a substantially radial direction relative to the circumferential edge of the disc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Publication date: September 12, 2013
    Applicant: SEQUENT MEDICAL INC.
    Inventors: PHILIPPE MARCHAND, JOHN NOLTING, DARRIN J. KENT, TAN Q. DINH, HUNG P. TRAN, JAMES A. MILBURN, JAMES M. THOMPSON