Patents by Inventor Jeffery Bertrand

Jeffery Bertrand 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: 20240342447
    Abstract: Disclosed is a valve assembly operable to selectively control a flow or passage of a fluid. The valve assembly may be applied to any appropriate mechanism such as a hydrocephalus shunt, fluid draining sewage system, or tank holding system. The valve assembly disclosed may include a selected profile for various applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2024
    Publication date: October 17, 2024
    Inventor: W. Jeffery BERTRAND
  • Patent number: 12017024
    Abstract: Disclosed is a valve assembly operable to selectively control a flow or passage of a fluid. The valve assembly may be applied to any appropriate mechanism such as a hydrocephalus shunt, fluid draining sewage system, or tank holding system. The valve assembly disclosed may include a selected profile for various applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2024
    Assignee: Medtronic Xomed, Inc.
    Inventor: W. Jeffery Bertrand
  • Patent number: 11141626
    Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: ALLTrand, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Bertrand, Jeffery Bertrand
  • Patent number: 11083929
    Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2021
    Assignee: ALLTrand, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Bertrand, Jeffery Bertrand
  • Publication number: 20180345072
    Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Publication date: December 6, 2018
    Inventors: Scott Bertrand, Jeffery Bertrand
  • Publication number: 20180345071
    Abstract: Systems and methods herein provide for safe and efficient strengthening of core muscles of a user. An example device can include various components for securing a user in a safe position, tilting the body of the user, and rotating the user in a manner that engages the desired muscle groups. The device can include electronically controlled actuators and/or electric motors for performing various motions associated with the user. A control unit can gather information regarding the user and the device to provide helpful information to the user or a caretaker. For example, the control unit can track progress over time, suggest the types and intensities of exercises for individual users, and prepare reports suitable for use in medical or insurance contexts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Publication date: December 6, 2018
    Inventors: Scott Bertrand, Jeffery Bertrand