Patents by Inventor Jerry Gahn

Jerry Gahn 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).

  • Collection container for ophthalmic surgical system
    Patent number: 4773897
    Abstract: The collection container has a reusable, autoclavable vessel with a resilient plastic reusable insert to which the aspiration instrument is connected. The insert incorporates a fluid passageway which may be blocked by squeezing action of a solenoid-type actuator. The insert includes a breakaway portion which is severed from the body of the insert during installation prior to use. This insert may also stay in place during autoclaving or cleaning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1988
    Assignee: Storz Instrument Company
    Inventors: Gregg Scheller, Jerry Gahn, James Easley