Patents by Inventor James M. Scott
James M. Scott 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: 20240115805Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for regulating fluid flow are disclosed. An apparatus for infusing fluid into a patient infusion apparatus includes a drip-chamber seat configured to receive a drip chamber; a tube seat configured to receive a tube fluidly coupled to the drip chamber, the tube including a plurality of conduits for fluid flow therethrough; a plunger configured to engage with the tube; and a user actuator configured to actuate the plunger.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Christopher C. Langenfeld, Daniel B. Finnegan, Dean Kamen, James M. Scott
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Publication number: 20240091159Abstract: Methods are provided for treating or preventing human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) or human immunodeficiency virus-2 (HIV-2) in a virologically suppressed patient in need thereof comprising switching the patient from an antiretroviral treatment regimen comprising at least three antiretroviral agents to a treatment regimen comprising only two antiretroviral agents. In one aspect the two treatment regimen consists of dolutegravir, rilpivirine and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient, diluent or carrier. In another aspect of the invention, there is provided a multilayer tablet comprising dolutegravir or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and rilpivirine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Applicants: ViiV Healthcare Company, Janssen Sciences Ireland Unlimited CompanyInventors: Kenneth Churchill CAMPBELL, Urbain Alfons C. DELAET, James M. GOODRICH, Juliette Segolène GUAQUIÈRE, Thomas LAUGHERY, Dominique J. LIMET, John C. POTTAGE, Ludovic Sylvain Marc RENOU, Trevor R. SCOTT, Christian SEILER, Mary WOODWARD
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Patent number: 11932979Abstract: A laundry treating appliance for treating laundry items according to an automatic cycle of operation can include a cabinet defining an interior and having an access opening providing access to the interior. A tub can be located within the interior and can at least partially define a liquid chamber. A drum is rotatably mounted within the liquid chamber and at least partially defines a treating chamber. A clothes mover is located within the treating chamber and rotatable about a vertical axis. The clothes mover can include a base and a barrel.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2020Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIONInventors: Jonathan A. Andrejczuk, Adam Gary, Philip J. Czarnecki, Benjamin D. Lowell, Sayer J. Murphy, James Jeffery, Eric W. Merrow, Emmanuel F. Gonzaga, Thomas R. Scott, Donald E. Erickson, Bradley D. Morrow, Jason S. Burnette, Kevin Peralta, Corinne M. Gorenchan, Kenneth L. McConnell
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Publication number: 20240083717Abstract: A zero-gravity hoist system including a chain fall, a motor coupled to the chain fall and configured to drive the chain fall in one or more directions, a power supply configured to provide power to the motor, and a controller having one or more electronic processors. The one or more electronic processors are configured to measure a first force of a load in response to receiving an input, store the measured first force in a memory of the controller, measure a second force of the load, determine a difference between the second measured force and the first measured force, and adjust a height of the load based on determining that the second force differs from the first force by a predetermined threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2023Publication date: March 14, 2024Inventors: Matthew Post, Isabel M. Lloyd, Gareth Mueckl, John S. Scott, Matthew N. Thurin, Timothy J. Campbell, Jonathan L. Lambert, James Wekwert
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Publication number: 20240081516Abstract: A paint brush having an adhesive attachment that includes an engagement of a mass of adhesive within one or more pockets in a lower portion of the handle and an engagement of the mass of adhesive with an internal surface of the ferrule to form a permanent assembly. At least one flow passage fluidly connects with the pocket(s) to facilitate and/or permit flow of the adhesive into the pocket(s) during manufacturing of the paint brush. In addition, the paint brush may include an elongated upper portion having a rigid internal spine that is overlayed and surrounded with a more flexible grip.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2023Publication date: March 14, 2024Applicant: The Wooster Brush CompanyInventors: John L. Scott, SR., Brett A. Breneman, James M. Byrne
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Patent number: 11912545Abstract: A wireless hoist system including a first hoist device having a first motor and a first wireless transceiver and a second hoist device having a second motor and a second wireless transceiver. The wireless hoist system includes a controller in wireless communication with the first wireless transceiver and the second wireless. The controller is configured to receive a user input and determine a first operation parameter and a second operation parameter based on the user input. The controller is also configured to provide, wirelessly, a first control signal indicative of the first operation parameter to the first hoist device and provide, wirelessly, a second control signal indicative of the second operation parameter to the second hoist device. The first hoist device operates based on the first control signal and the second hoist device operates based on the second control signal.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2020Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Matthew Post, Gareth Mueckl, Matthew N. Thurin, Joshua D. Widder, Timothy J. Bartlett, Patrick D. Gallagher, Jarrod P. Kotes, Karly M. Schober, Kenneth W. Wolf, Terry L. Timmons, Mallory L. Marksteiner, Jonathan L. Lambert, Ryan A. Spiering, Jeremy R. Ebner, Benjamin A. Smith, James Wekwert, Brandon L. Yahr, Troy C. Thorson, Connor P. Sprague, John E. Koller, Evan M. Glanzer, John S. Scott, William F. Chapman, III, Timothy R. Obermann
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Publication number: 20230397984Abstract: An intraocular lens (IOL) configured to support a first optic for functioning as a single lens IOL and configured to support a second optic for functioning as a dual optic IOL. The base includes a first optic for providing a base power. A recess in an anterior rim of the base is configured for positioning a radial extension of a second optic. The geometry of the recess is configured to securely couple to the radial extension to prevent rotation of the second optic relative to the base and prevent tilting of the second optic relative to an optic axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2023Publication date: December 14, 2023Inventors: James M. Scott, Raza Shah
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Patent number: 11839741Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for regulating fluid flow are disclosed. An apparatus for infusing fluid into a patient infusion apparatus includes a drip-chamber seat configured to receive a drip chamber; a tube seat configured to receive a tube fluidly coupled to the drip chamber, the tube including a plurality of conduits for fluid flow therethrough; a plunger configured to engage with the tube; and a user actuator configured to actuate the plunger.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2020Date of Patent: December 12, 2023Inventors: Christopher C. Langenfeld, Daniel B. Finnegan, Dean Kamen, James M. Scott
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Patent number: 11786362Abstract: An intraocular lens (IOL) configured to support a first optic for functioning as a single lens IOL and configured to support a second optic for functioning as a dual optic IOL. The base includes a first optic for providing a base power. A recess in an anterior rim of the base is configured for positioning a radial extension of a second optic. The geometry of the recess is configured to securely couple to the radial extension to prevent rotation of the second optic relative to the base and prevent tilting of the second optic relative to an optic axis.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2021Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: Alcon Inc.Inventors: James M. Scott, Raza Shah
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Publication number: 20220192820Abstract: An ophthalmic lens may comprise a posterior optic surface and an anterior optic surface, which may comprise a central optic, a peripheral optic, and a capsule rim separating the central optic and the peripheral optic. An optic edge may couple the posterior optic surface to the peripheral optic. The capsule rim may be symmetric or asymmetric in various embodiments. In more particular embodiments, the capsule rim may form a surface at an angle of at least ninety (90) degrees to the peripheral optic. In some embodiments, the central optic may comprise an optic axis, and the capsule rim may form a surface that is substantially parallel to the optic axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2021Publication date: June 23, 2022Inventors: James M. Scott, Kamal K. Das
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Publication number: 20210322150Abstract: An intraocular lens (IOL) configured to support a first optic for functioning as a single lens IOL and configured to support a second optic for functioning as a dual optic IOL. The base includes a first optic for providing a base power. A recess in an anterior rim of the base is configured for positioning a radial extension of a second optic. The geometry of the recess is configured to securely couple to the radial extension to prevent rotation of the second optic relative to the base and prevent tilting of the second optic relative to an optic axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2021Publication date: October 21, 2021Inventors: James M. Scott, Raza Shah
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Publication number: 20210307937Abstract: A mounting bracket for a prosthetic foot configured to attach to a residual limb, comprising an upper member, a lower member and compression torsion joint. The upper member comprises an upper flange, a mating post, and mounting portion configured to attach to the residual limb. The lower member comprises a mating portion, a lower flange, and a mounting portion configured to attach to the prosthetic foot. The compression torsion joint couples the upper member to the lower member and is configured to limit the vertical movement and torsional movement of the upper member with respect to the lower member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2021Publication date: October 7, 2021Inventors: Gene Parker, James M. Scott, Brian Werner, Keith B. Smith, Kodi Nixon
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Patent number: 11020248Abstract: A prosthetic foot comprising a vacuum system configured to attach to a vacuum attachment apparatus and a residual limb. The prosthetic foot may comprise a resilient bottom member, a resilient top member, and a vacuum system. The resilient bottom member may comprise a front end and a rear end. The resilient top member may comprise a front end and a rear end and the front end of the resilient top member may be connected to the front end of the resilient bottom member. The vacuum system may be coupled to an underside of the rear end of the top member. The vacuum system may comprise a compressible member, a chamber located within the compressible member, a universal valve system received within the compressible member, a passageway connecting the valve system and the chamber, and an air return coupled to the valve system and the vacuum attachment apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2019Date of Patent: June 1, 2021Assignee: Proteor USA, LLCInventors: Kodi Nixon, Brian Werner, James M. Scott, Gene Parker
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Publication number: 20210023296Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for regulating fluid flow are disclosed. An apparatus for infusing fluid into a patient infusion apparatus includes a drip-chamber seat configured to receive a drip chamber; a tube seat configured to receive a tube fluidly coupled to the drip chamber, the tube including a plurality of conduits for fluid flow therethrough; a plunger configured to engage with the tube; and a user actuator configured to actuate the plunger.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2020Publication date: January 28, 2021Inventors: Christopher C. Langenfeld, Daniel B. Finnegan, Dean Kamen, James M. Scott
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Patent number: 10842653Abstract: A prosthetic foot comprising a vacuum system configured to attach to a vacuum attachment apparatus and a residual limb. The prosthetic foot may comprise a resilient bottom member, a resilient top member, and a vacuum system. The resilient bottom member may comprise a front end and a rear end. The resilient top member may comprise a front end and a rear end and the front end of the resilient top member may be connected to the front end of the resilient bottom member. The vacuum system may be coupled to an underside of the rear end of the top member. The vacuum system may comprise a compressible member, a chamber located within the compressible member, a valve system received within the compressible member, a passageway connecting the valve system and the chamber, and an air return coupled to the valve system and the vacuum attachment apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2018Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Ability Dynamics, LLCInventors: Kodi Nixon, James M. Scott, Brian Werner, Gene Parker
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Publication number: 20190192314Abstract: A mounting bracket for a prosthetic foot configured to attach to a residual limb, comprising an upper member, a lower member and compression torsion joint. The upper member comprises an upper flange, a mating post, and mounting portion configured to attach to the residual limb. The lower member comprises a mating portion, a lower flange, and a mounting portion configured to attach to the prosthetic foot. The compression torsion joint couples the upper member to the lower member and is configured to limit the vertical movement and torsional movement of the upper member with respect to the lower member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2019Publication date: June 27, 2019Inventors: Gene Parker, James M. Scott, Brian Werner, Keith B. Smith
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Publication number: 20190192315Abstract: A prosthetic foot comprising a vacuum system configured to attach to a vacuum attachment apparatus and a residual limb. The prosthetic foot may comprise a resilient bottom member, a resilient top member, and a vacuum system. The resilient bottom member may comprise a front end and a rear end. The resilient top member may comprise a front end and a rear end and the front end of the resilient top member may be connected to the front end of the resilient bottom member. The vacuum system may be coupled to an underside of the rear end of the top member. The vacuum system may comprise a compressible member, a chamber located within the compressible member, a universal valve system received within the compressible member, a passageway connecting the valve system and the chamber, and an air return coupled to the valve system and the vacuum attachment apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2019Publication date: June 27, 2019Inventors: Kodi Nixon, Brian Werner, James M. Scott, Gene Parker
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Publication number: 20180360625Abstract: A prosthetic foot comprising a vacuum system configured to attach to a vacuum attachment apparatus and a residual limb. The prosthetic foot may comprise a resilient bottom member, a resilient top member, and a vacuum system. The resilient bottom member may comprise a front end and a rear end. The resilient top member may comprise a front end and a rear end and the front end of the resilient top member may be connected to the front end of the resilient bottom member. The vacuum system may be coupled to an underside of the rear end of the top member. The vacuum system may comprise a compressible member, a chamber located within the compressible member, a valve system received within the compressible member, a passageway connecting the valve system and the chamber, and an air return coupled to the valve system and the vacuum attachment apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2018Publication date: December 20, 2018Inventors: Kodi Nixon, James M. Scott, Brian Werner, Gene Parker
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Patent number: D964563Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2019Date of Patent: September 20, 2022Assignee: DEKA Products Limited PartnershipInventors: Christopher C. Langenfeld, Daniel B. Finnegan, Dean Kamen, James M. Scott
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Patent number: D1019158Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2022Date of Patent: March 26, 2024Assignee: The Wooster Brush CompanyInventors: Matthew Joseph Doerfler, John L. Scott, Sr., James M. Byrne