Patents by Inventor James E. Robinson
James E. Robinson 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: 20240134357Abstract: An industrial communication module includes a controller and a common interface coupled to the controller. The common interface is configured to couple to a plurality of different types of sensor modules. The industrial communication module includes protocol/output circuitry coupled to the controller and configured to provide an output to a remote device. A sensor module includes a controller and a common interface coupled to the controller. The common interface is configured to couple to a plurality of different types of industrial communication modules. The sensor module includes measurement processing circuitry coupled to the controller and configured to measure an analog electrical characteristic of a sensor and provide a digital indication of the measured analog electrical characteristic to the controller.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2023Publication date: April 25, 2024Inventors: Jason h. RUD, Laura A. SCHAFER, Theodore H. SCHNAARE, Cory M. ROBINSON, Eric R. LOVEGREN, Robert M. WEINBERGER, Greg E. GINDELE, James A. JOHNSON, Ryan C. TARRAS, Ryan T. LINDSEY
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Publication number: 20240136696Abstract: A modular industrial transmitter includes a communication module and a sensor module. The communication module is configured to communicate with a remote device and has a common interface configured to couple to a plurality of different types of sensor modules. The sensor module is coupled to the common interface of the communication module. Physical coupling of the communication module to the sensor module is performed tool-lessly.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2023Publication date: April 25, 2024Inventors: Greg E. GINDELE, Theodore H. SCHNAARE, Cory M. ROBINSON, Ryan C. TARRAS, James A. JOHNSON, Jason H. RUD, Eric R. LOVEGREN, Hun CHHUOY, Nathan K. HOLM
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Publication number: 20240108393Abstract: A thermal cutting element of an electrosurgical instrument includes a base substrate defining a first side and a second side, at least one insulating layer disposed on at least the first side of the base substrate, and a heater circuit trace disposed on the at least one insulating layer. The thermal cutting element has an operating temperature of at least about 350° C. Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) of at least about 50 ppm/° C. An electrosurgical instrument and electrosurgical system including the thermal cutting element are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2022Publication date: April 4, 2024Inventors: James D. Allen, IV, William E. Robinson
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Publication number: 20220280618Abstract: The present invention is directed to antibodies binding to and neutralizing Candida and methods for use thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2020Publication date: September 8, 2022Applicants: The Administrators of the Tulane Educational Fund, The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Autoimmune Technologies, LLCInventors: Russell B. WILSON, Hong XIN, James E. ROBINSON
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Publication number: 20220089696Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, as well as therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventative methods using the novel antibodies. Preventative methods include preparation of vaccines, as well as factors (e.g. small molecules, peptides) that inhibit Old World arenavirus infectivity, including LASV and LCMV. In some embodiments, the antibodies provide pan-arenavirus protection against a number of arenavirus types and strains. Diagnostic and therapeutic antibodies including neutralizing antibodies for the prevention and treatment of infection by LASV and other arenaviruses are also disclosed, as well as new tools and methods for the design, production, and use of arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, including expression in engineered bacterial- and mammalian-based systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2021Publication date: March 24, 2022Inventors: Luis M. BRANCO, Robert F. GARRY, James E. ROBINSON, Erica O. SAPHIRE, Kathryn M. HASTIE, Thomas W. GEISBERT
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Patent number: 11198723Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, as well as therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventative methods using the novel antibodies. Preventative methods include preparation of vaccines, as well as factors (e.g. small molecules, peptides) that inhibit Old World arenavirus infectivity, including LASV and LCMV. In some embodiments, the antibodies provide pan-arenavirus protection against a number of arenavirus types and strains. Diagnostic and therapeutic antibodies including neutralizing antibodies for the prevention and treatment of infection by LASV and other arenaviruses are also disclosed, as well as new tools and methods for the design, production, and use of arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, including expression in engineered bacterial- and mammalian-based systems.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2017Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Inventors: Luis M. Branco, Robert F. Garry, James E. Robinson, Erica O. Saphire, Kathryn M. Hastie, Thomas W. Geisbert
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Publication number: 20200002405Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, as well as therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventative methods using the novel antibodies. Preventative methods include preparation of vaccines, as well as factors (e.g. small molecules, peptides) that inhibit Old World arenavirus infectivity, including LASV and LCMV. In some embodiments, the antibodies provide pan-arenavirus protection against a number of arenavirus types and strains. Diagnostic and therapeutic antibodies including neutralizing antibodies for the prevention and treatment of infection by LASV and other arenaviruses are also disclosed, as well as new tools and methods for the design, production, and use of arenavirus monoclonal antibodies, including expression in engineered bacterial- and mammalian-based systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2017Publication date: January 2, 2020Inventors: Luis M. BRANCO, Robert F. GARRY, James E. ROBINSON, Erica O. SAPHIRE, Kathryn M. HASTIE, Thomas W. GEISBERT
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Patent number: 10509031Abstract: A method for providing quality control on a lateral flow assay device or for triggering a process-related step, the device including a substrate having at least one sample receiving area, at least one reagent zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one sample receiving area, at least one detection zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one reagent zone and at least one wicking zone downstream of the at least one detection zone, each fluidly interconnected therewith along at least one fluid flow path. The detection material provided in the at least one reagent zone produces a detectable signal that can be tracked and monitored prior to the completion of at least one test being performed on the lateral flow assay device.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2016Date of Patent: December 17, 2019Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, David A. Tomasso, David A. Heavner
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Patent number: 9709562Abstract: A lateral flow device for use in a mainframe or point-of-care clinical analyzer, in which the lateral flow device includes a planar support having at least one sample addition area and at least one reaction area disposed thereon. The sample addition area and reaction area are fluidly interconnected to one another and form at least one lateral fluid flow path. The lateral flow device is sized for retention within a storage cartridge of the analyzer defined by a hollow interior and having a plurality of lateral flow assay devices retained in stacked relation therein.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2016Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Jakubowicz, Randy K. Bower, Joseph J. Dambra, Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, Dale R. Ryan, David A. Tomasso
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Patent number: 9671399Abstract: A lateral flow device for use in a mainframe or point-of-care clinical analyzer, in which the lateral flow device includes a planar support having at least one sample addition area and at least one reaction area disposed thereon. The sample addition area and reaction area are fluidly interconnected to one another and form at least one lateral fluid flow path. The lateral flow device is sized for retention within a storage cartridge of the analyzer defined by a hollow interior and having a plurality of lateral flow assay devices retained in stacked relation therein.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2016Date of Patent: June 6, 2017Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Jakubowicz, Randy K. Bower, Joseph J. Dambra, Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, Dale R. Ryan, David A. Tomasso
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Publication number: 20170010262Abstract: A method for providing quality control on a lateral flow assay device or for triggering a process-related step, the device including a substrate having at least one sample receiving area, at least one reagent zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one sample receiving area, at least one detection zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one reagent zone and at least one wicking zone downstream of the at least one detection zone, each fluidly interconnected therewith along at least one fluid flow path. The detection material provided in the at least one reagent zone produces a detectable signal that can be tracked and monitored prior to the completion of at least one test being performed on the lateral flow assay device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2016Publication date: January 12, 2017Inventors: Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, David A. Tomasso, David A. Heavner
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Publication number: 20160320382Abstract: A lateral flow device for use in a mainframe or point-of-care clinical analyzer, in which the lateral flow device includes a planar support having at least one sample addition area and at least one reaction area disposed thereon. The sample addition area and reaction area are fluidly interconnected to one another and form at least one lateral fluid flow path. The lateral flow device is sized for retention within a storage cartridge of the analyzer defined by a hollow interior and having a plurality of lateral flow assay devices retained in stacked relation therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2016Publication date: November 3, 2016Inventors: Raymond F. Jakubowicz, Randy K. Bower, Joseph J. Dambra, Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, Dale R. Ryan, David A. Tomasso
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Patent number: 9470678Abstract: A method for providing quality control on a lateral flow assay device or for triggering a process-related step, the device including a substrate having at least one sample receiving area, at least one reagent zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one sample receiving area, at least one detection zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one reagent zone and at least one wicking zone downstream of the at least one detection zone, each fluidly interconnected therewith along at least one fluid flow path. The detection material provided in the at least one reagent zone produces a detectable signal that can be tracked and monitored prior to the completion of at least one test being performed on the lateral flow assay device.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2013Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, David A. Tomasso, David A. Heavner
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Patent number: 9389228Abstract: A lateral flow device for use in a mainframe or point-of-care clinical analyzer, in which the lateral flow device includes a planar support having at least one sample addition area and at least one reaction area disposed thereon. The sample addition area and reaction area are fluidly interconnected to one another and form at least one lateral fluid flow path. The lateral flow device is sized for retention within a storage cartridge of the analyzer defined by a hollow interior and having a plurality of lateral flow assay devices retained in stacked relation therein.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2013Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Jakubowicz, Randy K. Bower, Joseph J. Dambra, Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, Dale R. Ryan, David A. Tomasso
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Publication number: 20140141527Abstract: A method for providing quality control on a lateral flow assay device or for triggering a process-related step, the device including a substrate having at least one sample receiving area, at least one reagent zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one sample receiving area, at least one detection zone downstream and in fluid communication with the at least one reagent zone and at least one wicking zone downstream of the at least one detection zone, each fluidly interconnected therewith along at least one fluid flow path. The detection material provided in the at least one reagent zone produces a detectable signal that can be tracked and monitored prior to the completion of at least one test being performed on the lateral flow assay device.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2013Publication date: May 22, 2014Applicant: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, David A. Tomasso, David A. Heavner
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Patent number: 8637234Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for the use of an envelope polypeptide or a functional variant thereof from a lentivirus that is not HIV-1 as a molecular scaffold for HIV-1 epitopes. The HIV-1 epitopes can be recognized by HIV-1 binding antibodies, HIV-1 neutralizing antibodies and/or CD4-induced antibodies. Thus, methods are provided for detecting HIV-1 binding antibodies in a subject infected with HTV-1. Further provided are methods to determine an epitope for an HIV-1 binding antibody; methods to assay for an HIV-1 binding antibody; methods to identify a soluble CD4 mimic; methods to neutralize an non-HIV-1 virus; diagnostic assays to monitor HIV disease in a subject or to monitor the subject's response to immunization by a HIV vaccine; and methods to alter the neutralization potential of an HIV-1 derived CD4-induced antibody. Chimeric polypeptides, chimeric polynucleotides, kits, cells and viruses are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2005Date of Patent: January 28, 2014Assignees: UAB Research Foundation, The Administrators of Tulane Educational Fund, The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: George M. Shaw, James E. Robinson, Frederic Bibollet-Ruche, Julie M. Decker, Beatrice H. Hahn, Peter D. Kwong
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Publication number: 20130330713Abstract: A lateral flow device for use in a mainframe or point-of-care clinical analyzer, in which the lateral flow device includes a planar support having at least one sample addition area and at least one reaction area disposed thereon. The sample addition area and reaction area are fluidly interconnected to one another and form at least one lateral fluid flow path. The lateral flow device is sized for retention within a storage cartridge of the analyzer defined by a hollow interior and having a plurality of lateral flow assay devices retained in stacked relation therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2013Publication date: December 12, 2013Inventors: Raymond F. Jakubowicz, Randy K. Bower, Joseph J. Dambra, Zhong Ding, James E. Robinson, Dale R. Ryan, David A. Tomasso
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Publication number: 20120126971Abstract: The invention is an environmentally friendly anti-theft security cage for outdoor air conditioner/heat pump units conceived to prevent the vandalism and theft of copper tubing from the unit and to recycle energy waste from the units protected. In addition to protecting the units from vandalism, the security cage is equipped with wind-powered generator(s) positioned to utilize the exhaust from the enclosed air conditioner/heat pump units to generate electricity. Single or multiple generators may be utilized dependent upon the capacity and number of air conditioner/heat pump units enclosed. The cage is also equipped with anti-tamper sensors connected to a microprocessor to provide an alarm system to discourage thieves.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2011Publication date: May 24, 2012Inventor: James E. Robinson, JR.
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Patent number: 7759644Abstract: A tunable infrared detector is provided that includes a substrate, a bottom wavelength detector formed over the substrate, a top wavelength detector formed over the first wavelength detector layer, and an interferometer filter formed over the top wavelength detector layer and the bottom wavelength detector layer. The interferometer filter is operatively configured to pass a first wavelength associated with a first portion of a predetermined band and a second wavelength associated with a second portion of the predetermined band to the top wavelength detector. The top wavelength detector is operatively configured to detect each wavelength associated with the first portion of the predetermined band and to transmit each wavelength associated with the second portion of the predetermined band to the bottom wavelength detector. The bottom wavelength detector is operatively configured to detect each wavelength associated with the second portion of the predetermined band.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2008Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Assignee: DRS RSTA, Inc.Inventors: Pradip Mitra, James E Robinson, John M Dell, Charlie A Musca, Laurie Faraone
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Publication number: 20090236525Abstract: A tunable infrared detector is provided that includes a substrate, a bottom wavelength detector formed over the substrate, a top wavelength detector formed over the first wavelength detector layer, and an interferometer filter formed over the top wavelength detector layer and the bottom wavelength detector layer. The interferometer filter is operatively configured to pass a first wavelength associated with a first portion of a predetermined band and a second wavelength associated with a second portion of the predetermined band to the top wavelength detector. The top wavelength detector is operatively configured to detect each wavelength associated with the first portion of the predetermined band and to transmit each wavelength associated with the second portion of the predetermined band to the bottom wavelength detector. The bottom wavelength detector is operatively configured to detect each wavelength associated with the second portion of the predetermined band.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2008Publication date: September 24, 2009Applicant: DRS SENSORS & TARGETING SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Pradip Mitra, James E. Robinson, John M. Dell, Charlie A. Musca, Laurie Faraone