Patents by Inventor James C. Earthman
James C. Earthman 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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Publication number: 20240407898Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application process and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics utilizing machine learning to create a system for predicting pathologies from measurements.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2024Publication date: December 12, 2024Inventors: Dennis A Quan, JR., Aboozar Mapar, Jeremy N Rotman, James C Earthman, Cherilyn G Sheets
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Patent number: 12082940Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics to identify issues and pathologies in the object, such as a tooth, and to recommend follow-up courses of action.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2019Date of Patent: September 10, 2024Assignee: Perimetrics, Inc.Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dennis A. Quan, Jr.
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Publication number: 20240272055Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2024Publication date: August 15, 2024Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Publication number: 20240190730Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2024Publication date: June 13, 2024Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
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Patent number: 11939245Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2021Date of Patent: March 26, 2024Assignee: THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIAInventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
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Patent number: 11906484Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2022Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Publication number: 20230366777Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2023Publication date: November 16, 2023Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
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Publication number: 20230332967Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics utilizing machine learning to create a system for predicting pathologies from measurements.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2022Publication date: October 19, 2023Inventors: James C. Earthman, Aboozar Mapar, Michael David Swinson, Dennis A. Quan
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Publication number: 20230157799Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2020Publication date: May 25, 2023Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, John Milligan
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Patent number: 11604115Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2017Date of Patent: March 14, 2023Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
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Publication number: 20230017877Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2022Publication date: January 19, 2023Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Patent number: 11493415Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2017Date of Patent: November 8, 2022Assignee: Perimetrics, Inc.Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Patent number: 11488062Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics utilizing machine learning to create a system for predicting pathologies from measurements.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2019Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: Perimetrics, Inc.Inventors: James C. Earthman, Aboozar Mapar, Michael David Swinson, Dennis A. Quan, Jr.
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Publication number: 20210163321Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2021Publication date: June 3, 2021Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
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Publication number: 20210001273Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for water treatment or for preventing fouling of components of water treatment systems can include the upstream introduction of nanobubbles in-line and/or in close proximity to a reverse osmosis membrane in the water treatment system. The nanobubbles can bind to and cluster (flocculate) nanoparticles (and possible larger solid particles) so that they can be removed and not foul water purification components such as reverse osmosis membranes. The nanobubbles can also interact with and change some characteristics of nanoparticles and thereby reduce fouling of some system components, such as reverse osmosis membranes, or other components. The systems, methods, and devices disclosed herein can help produce potable water safe for human consumption in a more cost-effective manner, e.g., by reducing maintenance costs and in some cases manufacturing costs.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2020Publication date: January 7, 2021Inventors: James C. Earthman, Mahendra K. Misra, Stephen D. Slingsby
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Publication number: 20200337630Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2018Publication date: October 29, 2020Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Patent number: 10488312Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2016Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: Perimetrics, LLCInventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets
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Publication number: 20190331573Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2017Publication date: October 31, 2019Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
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Publication number: 20190118142Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for water treatment or for preventing fouling of components of water treatment systems can include the upstream introduction of nanobubbles in-line and/or in close proximity to a reverse osmosis membrane in the water treatment system. The nanobubbles can bind to and cluster (flocculate) nanoparticles (and possible larger solid particles) so that they can be removed and not foul water purification components such as reverse osmosis membranes. The nanobubbles can also interact with and change some characteristics of nanoparticles and thereby reduce fouling of some system components, such as reverse osmosis membranes, or other components. The systems, methods, and devices disclosed herein can help produce potable water safe for human consumption in a more cost-effective manner, e.g., by reducing maintenance costs and in some cases manufacturing costs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2018Publication date: April 25, 2019Inventors: James C. Earthman, Mahendra K. Misra, Stephen D. Slingsby
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Publication number: 20190111459Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2018Publication date: April 18, 2019Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu