Patents by Inventor James M. Jacobs
James M. Jacobs 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: 11947491Abstract: In an aspect an apparatus for geometric part searching is presented. An apparatus includes at least a processor and a memory communicatively connected to the at least a processor. At least a processor is configured to generate a search index as a function of a plurality of part specification files. At least a processor is configured to receive an input part specification file. At least a processor is configured to generate a query for an input part as a function of an input part specification file and a search index. A query is configured to output a comparison of an input part specification file to a part estimation specification file. At least a processor is configured to identify a matching part estimation file from a plurality of query results.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2022Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: Paperless Parts, Inc.Inventors: Scott M. Sawyer, Dana A. Wensberg, Jason Ray, William H. Headrick, IV, John Peck, Lucas M. Duros, James L. Jacobs, II
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Publication number: 20240095794Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, software made in accordance with the present invention generates a request for quote (RFQ) based on user-provided information, presents a user interface allowing a user to customize the RFQ, generates an e-mail including the RFQ, and sends the e-mail to one or more suppliers. Various corresponding and related systems, methods, and software are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Applicant: Desprez, LLCInventors: James L. Jacobs, II, Steven M. Lynch
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Publication number: 20240070331Abstract: Systems, methods, and software for filtering components, such as hardware components, compatible with computer-modeled structures are presented. A compatible components system provides selection methods that present components compatible with computer-aided design (CAD) models designed in computer modeling software. The system executes methods designed to filter components made available to designers using attribute information of the features and attribute information of the components. Designers may interact with the compatibility methods numerous times, narrowing components through a series or number of filtering steps until a desired compatible component is easily selected. The computer modeling software may include graphical user interfaces for selecting component source locations, filtering types of components presented by the system, and adding components to CAD models.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Applicant: Desprez, LLCInventors: James L. Jacobs, II, John E. Cronin, Justin R. Kunz, Steven M. Lynch
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Patent number: 11914927Abstract: Systems, methods, and software for filtering components, such as hardware components, compatible with computer-modeled structures are presented. A compatible components system provides selection methods that present components compatible with computer-aided design (CAD) models designed in computer modeling software. The system executes methods designed to filter components made available to designers using attribute information of the features and attribute information of the components. Designers may interact with the compatibility methods numerous times, narrowing components through a series or number of filtering steps until a desired compatible component is easily selected. The computer modeling software may include graphical user interfaces for selecting component source locations, filtering types of components presented by the system, and adding components to CAD models.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2020Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Inventors: James L. Jacobs, II, John E. Cronin, Justin R. Kunz, Steven M. Lynch
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Publication number: 20160317333Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implantating in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2016Publication date: November 3, 2016Applicant: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E. Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 9408727Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implanting in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2013Date of Patent: August 9, 2016Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Publication number: 20140155986Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implanting in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2013Publication date: June 5, 2014Applicant: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 8708933Abstract: The invention is directed to a guidewire having a distal section with multiple distally tapered core segments with at least two contiguous distally tapering core segments in which the most distal tapered core segment preferably has a greater degree of taper than the proximally contiguous tapered core segment. The invention is also directed to an elongated intracorporeal device, preferably a guidewire or section thereof, that has a core member or the like with a plurality of contiguous tapered segments having taper angles that are configured to produce a linear change in stiffness over a longitudinal section of the device. The device may also have a core section with a continuously changing taper angle to produce a curvilinear profile that preferably is configured to produce a linear change in stiffness of the core over a longitudinal section of the device.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2012Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Wayne E. Cornish, John Schreiner, James M. Jacob, Marc M. Jalisi, Mark T. Richardson, Kent C. Stalker, Olin J. Palmer
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Patent number: 8449598Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implanting in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2011Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 8308660Abstract: The invention is directed to a guidewire having a distal section with multiple distally tapered core segments with at least two contiguous distally tapering core segments in which the most distal tapered core segment preferably has a greater degree of taper than the proximally contiguous tapered core segment. The invention is also directed to an elongated intracorporeal device, preferably a guidewire or section thereof, that has a core member or the like with a plurality of contiguous tapered segments having taper angles that are configured to produce a linear change in stiffness over a longitudinal section of the device. The device may also have a core section with a continuously changing taper angle to produce a curvilinear profile that preferably is configured to produce a linear change in stiffness of the core over a longitudinal section of the device.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2011Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Advanced Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.Inventors: Wayne E. Cornish, John F. Schreiner, James M. Jacobs, Marc M. Jalisi, Mark T. Richardson, Kent C. B. Stalker, Olin J. Palmer
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Patent number: 8246574Abstract: A support catheter that can be used to aid positioning of a guidewire and other medical devices. The support catheter includes a catheter body having a length, and a supporting structure formed or disposed in or on the catheter body. The catheter support structure, whether alone or in combination with the other portions of the support catheter, provides flexibility, stiffness, and torqueability to the support catheter.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2007Date of Patent: August 21, 2012Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: James M. Jacobs, Randolf von Oepen, Richard Newhauser, Travis Yribarren
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Patent number: 8206370Abstract: A dual lumen guidewire support catheter for accurately crossing a chronic total occlusion in a vessel is disclosed. The dual lumen guidewire support catheter includes a first lumen portion and a second lumen portion sharing a common side and a common distal end. The first lumen portion can be a rapid exchange or over-the-wire portion, while the second lumen portion is an over the wire portion. One or both of the portions can include a discontinuity to enable removal of a guidewire following placement through or at an occlusion or lesion.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2007Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Randolf von Oepen, James M. Jacobs, Richard Newhauser
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Publication number: 20110213458Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implanting in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2011Publication date: September 1, 2011Applicant: ABBOTT CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEMS INC.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 7972283Abstract: The invention is directed to a guidewire having a distal section with multiple distally tapered core segments with at least two contiguous distally tapering core segments in which the most distal tapered core segment preferably has a greater degree of taper than the proximally contiguous tapered core segment. The invention is also directed to an elongated intracorporeal device, preferably a guidewire or section thereof, that has a core member or the like with a plurality of contiguous tapered segments having taper angles that are configured to produce a linear change in stiffness over a longitudinal section of the device. The device may also have a core section with a continuously changing taper angle to produce a curvilinear profile that preferably is configured to produce a linear change in stiffness of the core over a longitudinal section of the device.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2008Date of Patent: July 5, 2011Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Wayne E. Cornish, John F. Schreiner, James M. Jacobs, Marc M. Jalisi, Mark T. Richardson, Kent C. B. Stalker, Olin J. Palmer
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Patent number: 7951188Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implantating in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2003Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Assignee: Abbott Cardiovascular Systems Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 7927305Abstract: A system for delivering a contrast medium to a treatment site including a delivery device, and a portable power injector. The delivery device includes a guidewire lumen and a contrast injection lumen, the guidewire lumen and contrast injection lumen being at least partially coaxial. The portable power injector includes an injector body and is configured to contain a contrast medium. The injector body has a plunger disposed therein. The portable power injector also includes a pressure generator, the pressure generator being configured to apply a pressure to the plunger to drive the contrast medium from the injector body and through a distal end of the contrast injection lumen.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2007Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Travis Yribarren, Richard Newhauser, Randolf von Oepen, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 6676700Abstract: A stent configuration wherein a radiopaque material is completely encapsulated in a skin of biocompatible material to prevent the exposure of radiopaque materials to living tissue and to prevent galvanic corrosion between disparate metals. The stent is initially formed and rendered radiopaque after which all surfaces are coated with the biocompatible material.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2001Date of Patent: January 13, 2004Assignee: Advanced Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.Inventors: James M. Jacobs, Ryan John Santos
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Publication number: 20030199968Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implantating in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2003Publication date: October 23, 2003Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E. Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 6616689Abstract: The invention is directed to an expandable stent for implantating in a body lumen, such as a coronary artery, peripheral artery, or other body lumen. The invention provides for a an intravascular stent having a plurality of cylindrical rings connected by undulating links. The stent has a high degree of flexibility in the longitudinal direction, yet has adequate vessel wall coverage and radial strength sufficient to hold open an artery or other body lumen.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2000Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: Advanced Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Ainsworth, E Tina Cheng, James M. Jacobs
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Patent number: 6387123Abstract: A stent configuration wherein a radiopaque material is completely encapsulated in a skin of biocompatible material to prevent the exposure of radiopaque materials to living tissue and to prevent galvanic corrosion between disparate metals. The stent is initially formed and rendered radiopaque after which all surfaces are coated with the biocompatible material.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 1999Date of Patent: May 14, 2002Assignee: Advanced Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.Inventors: James M. Jacobs, Ryan John Santos