Patents by Inventor John Becker

John Becker 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: 20190255336
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Publication date: August 22, 2019
    Applicant: CARDIAC PACEMAKERS, INC.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Publication number: 20190168546
    Abstract: A tread for a tire includes a first circumferential main groove, a second circumferential main groove, a third circumferential main groove, and a fourth circumferential main groove. The fourth main groove has a stabilizing structure for increasing tread stiffness. The stabilizing structure has a circumferentially extending wavy subgroove in a radially innermost bottom of the fourth circumferential main groove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2017
    Publication date: June 6, 2019
    Inventors: Ashley Amanda JONES, John Stephen GUILFORD, Derek John BECKER
  • Patent number: 10307604
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: CARDIAC PACEMAKERS, INC.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 9949051
    Abstract: Described are techniques for creating acoustic inlet manifolds for a microphone that utilize existing flex or printed circuit board (PCB) technology to create an ultra-low profile manifold. The described techniques: take advantage of the ability to allow reflow connection. By embedding an acoustic path between the layers or creating an acoustic path on the surface of a flex or PCB assembly, the microphone can be reflowed onto the manifold assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2018
    Assignee: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Sidney A. Higgins, John Becker, Thomas Bartosh, Joel Erdman
  • Patent number: 9795797
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Publication number: 20170259070
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2017
    Publication date: September 14, 2017
    Applicant: CARDIAC PACEMAKERS, INC.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 9613794
    Abstract: An apparatus for changing a light bulb that is out of reach for a person even with the use of a six foot ladder includes a substantially hollow elongated member and an extendable member which is disposed within the substantially hollow elongated member. A locking member is engageable with the hollow member and the extendable member for adjusting the length of the apparatus. A replaceable vacuum cup having a predetermined shape is disposed on a first end of the extendable member for attachment to such light bulb. A vacuum pump is disposed adjacent a bottom portion of the hollow elongated member, such pump is engageable with the cup for creating a vacuum in the cup for securing such light bulb therein. A vacuum release assembly is disposed on the pump for releasing such vacuum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventor: John Becker
  • Publication number: 20170094432
    Abstract: Described is a solid wax mitigation barrier for a hearing aid that is cleanable via a simple wiping motion, is not a cause of irritation within the ear canal, and is acoustically transparent. In one embodiment, a wax barrier function is provided by a tube cap for fitting over the acoustic port tube of a hearing aid receiver. The tube cap may be constructed of an elastomeric high tear strength material so as create a small flexible acoustic tube cap that prevents direct ingress of wax into the hearing aid receiver. The design of the cap may also include a bridge that spans an acoustic port inlet so as to block direct material ingress.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2016
    Publication date: March 30, 2017
    Inventors: Sid Higgins, John Becker
  • Publication number: 20160360333
    Abstract: Described are techniques for creating acoustic inlet manifolds for a microphone that utilize existing flex or printed circuit board (PCB) technology to create an ultra-low profile manifold. The described techniques: take advantage of the ability to allow reflow connection. By embedding an acoustic path between the layers or creating an acoustic path on the surface of a flex or PCB assembly, the microphone can be reflowed onto the manifold assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Inventors: Sidney A. Higgins, John Becker, Thomas Bartosh, Joel Erdman
  • Publication number: 20160347531
    Abstract: Insulated package systems, components for such systems, and methods for their assembly and use. The systems include insert panels that are configured to be disposed within an interior volume of a container alongside walls thereof so as to define and enclose an insulated shipping compartment within the interior volume. At least one of insert panels includes a tray portion having a base wall that defines an inner face of the insert panel, and a lid portion having a base wall that optionally defines a recessed pocket exposed at an outer face of the insert panel. An enclosed pocket is disposed between the base walls of the tray and lid portions, and may be filled with an insulation material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2015
    Publication date: December 1, 2016
    Inventor: Craig John Becker
  • Publication number: 20160310750
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2016
    Publication date: October 27, 2016
    Applicant: CARDIAC PACEMAKERS, INC.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 9393405
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 9092519
    Abstract: A method and system are provided for delivering digital content. A first cataloged list of content is delivered from a user operated device to a media storage device, and attributes of the first cataloged list are determined. A second cataloged list of content is delivered from a content provider to the media storage device. The first cataloged list is modified based upon the second cataloged list and the attributes, and the modified first cataloged list is delivered to the user operated device. Content from the modified first cataloged list is delivered to the user operated device for storage and subsequent playback.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: SanDisk Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Khedouri, Jonathan Axelrod, Harold Price, John Becker, Mark Edinger, Douglas R. Kraul
  • Patent number: 9026033
    Abstract: A method and system are provided for delivering digital content. A first catalogued list of content is delivered from a user operated device to a media storage device, and attributes of the first catalogued list are determined. A second catalogued list of content is delivered from a content provider to the media storage device. The first catalogued list is modified based upon the second catalogued list and the attributes, and the modified first catalogued list is delivered to the user operated device. Content from the modified first catalogued list is delivered to the user operated device for storage and subsequent playback.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Assignee: SanDisk Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Khedouri, Jonathan Axelrod, Harold Price, John Becker, Mark Edinger, Douglas R. Kraul
  • Publication number: 20140236172
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2014
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 8738147
    Abstract: A wireless electrostimulation system can comprise a wireless energy transmission source, and an implantable cardiovascular wireless electrostimulation node. A receiver circuit comprising an inductive antenna can be configured to capture magnetic energy to generate a tissue electrostimulation. A tissue electrostimulation circuit, coupled to the receiver circuit, can be configured to deliver energy captured by the receiver circuit as a tissue electrostimulation waveform. Delivery of tissue electrostimulation can be initiated by a therapy control unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Hastings, John A. Becker, Michael J. Pikus, Daniel M. Lafontaine, Kevin D. Edmunds
  • Patent number: 8519304
    Abstract: A method, apparatus, and structure are provided for implementing selective rework for chip stacks. A backside metal layer to create resistive heating is added to a chip backside in a chip stack. A rework tool applies a predefined current to the backside metal layer to reflow solder connections and enables separating selected chips in the chip stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Gerald Keith Bartley, Darryl John Becker, Philip Raymond Germann, Andrew Benson Maki
  • Patent number: D813796
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Assignee: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
    Inventors: Max Harold Dixon, Leyla Kristen Renner, Derek John Becker, Ashley Amanda Jones
  • Patent number: D845880
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2019
    Assignee: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
    Inventors: Ashley Amanda Jones, Derek John Becker, Paul Bryan Maxwell
  • Patent number: D853943
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
    Inventors: Ashley Amanda Jones, Devin Curtis Dickerhoff, Derek John Becker, John Stephen Guilford