Patents by Inventor John E. Titus
John E. Titus 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: 20190135593Abstract: An innovative drum for use with a hoist assembly is disclosed. The drum incorporates a layered rope design wherein each layer utilizes the support of the subsequent layer for accurate positioning of individual wraps. Multiple lines are achieved by combining any number of individual drums together along a support structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2018Publication date: May 9, 2019Inventors: John E. Titus, Edwin W. Bolz, Christopher D. Whaley, Paul W. Zagajeski
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Patent number: 10034735Abstract: Described are devices, systems, and combinations useful for monitoring tension in an implant, which may be an implant useful to treat a pelvic condition, the device, system, or combination including an implant and a tension indicator.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2012Date of Patent: July 31, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jessica L. Roll, James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus, Mark S. Bouchier, Karl A. Jagger, Jessica E. Felton, Scott L. Sjoquist, Danielle E. Steffens, James A. Alexander, Randall P. Rowland
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Patent number: 9795468Abstract: Described are various embodiments of surgical procedures, systems, implants, devices, tools, and methods, useful for treating pelvic conditions in a male or female, the pelvic conditions including incontinence (various forms such as fecal incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, urge incontinence, mixed incontinence, etc.), vaginal prolapse (including various forms such as enterocele, cystocele, rectocele, apical or vault prolapse, uterine descent, etc.), and other conditions caused by muscle and ligament weakness, the devices and tools including devices and tools for anchoring an implant to supportive tissue and adjusting the implant.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2012Date of Patent: October 24, 2017Inventors: James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus
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Patent number: 9782245Abstract: Described are various embodiments of surgical procedures, systems, implants, devices, tools, and methods, useful for treating pelvic conditions in a male or female, the pelvic conditions including incontinence (various forms such as fecal incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, urge incontinence, mixed incontinence, etc.), vaginal prolapse (including various forms such as enterocele, cystocele, rectocele, apical or vault prolapse, uterine descent, etc.), and other conditions caused by muscle and ligament weakness, the devices and tools including devices and tools for anchoring an implant to supportive tissue and adjusting the implant.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2012Date of Patent: October 10, 2017Inventors: James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus
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Publication number: 20150305847Abstract: Described are devices, systems, and combinations useful for monitoring tension in an implant, which may be an implant useful to treat a pelvic condition, the device, system, or combination including an implant and a tension indicator.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2012Publication date: October 29, 2015Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Jessica L. Roll, James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus, Mark S. Bouchier, Karl A. Jaggar, Jessica E. Felton, Scott L. Sjoquist, Danielle E. Steffens, Randall P. Rowland, James A. Alexander
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Publication number: 20140088344Abstract: Described are various embodiments of surgical procedures, systems, implants, devices, tools, and methods, useful for treating pelvic conditions in a male or female, the pelvic conditions including incontinence (various forms such as fecal incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, urge incontinence, mixed incontinence, etc.), vaginal prolapse (including various forms such as enterocele, cystocele, rectocele, apical or vault prolapse, uterine descent, etc.), and other conditions caused by muscle and ligament weakness, the devices and tools including devices and tools for anchoring an implant to supportive tissue and adjusting the implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2012Publication date: March 27, 2014Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus
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Publication number: 20140073847Abstract: Described are various embodiments of surgical procedures, systems, implants, devices, tools, and methods, useful for treating pelvic conditions in a male or female, the pelvic conditions including incontinence (various forms such as fecal incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, urge incontinence, mixed incontinence, etc.), vaginal prolapse (including various forms such as enterocele, cystocele, rectocele, apical or vault prolapse, uterine descent, etc.), and other conditions caused by muscle and ligament weakness, the devices and tools including devices and tools for anchoring an implant to supportive tissue and adjusting the implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2012Publication date: March 13, 2014Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: James R. Mujwid, John E. Titus
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Publication number: 20080168715Abstract: A sash lifter for positioning a window sash within a window frame of a casement window includes a body portion presenting a sash positioning surface. As the window sash is rotated within the window frame about an axis of rotation defined by at least one hinge assembly, the window sash encounters the sash lifter and rides along the sash positioning surface until it is properly situated within the window frame. The sash lifter may include a barrier structure extending transverse to the axis of rotation to facilitate positioning of the sash lifter within a track of the hinge assembly. The sash lifter may also include a tail structure extending outward from the body portion for increased forced-entry resistance.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2008Publication date: July 17, 2008Inventor: John E. Titus
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Patent number: 5709638Abstract: A strength training exercise apparatus includes a frame having a generally upright back rest portion, and a generally horizontal seat portion, and further includes opposing arm members pivotally mounted to the back rest portion of the frame. The arm members are movable through an arcuate range of motion, and include locking pins for selectively locking the arm members in desired angular positions. The apparatus still further includes a resistance assembly consisting of a fixed anchor mounted on the frame, a movable anchor which is movable relative to the fixed anchor, and a plurality of elastomeric resistance cords releasably secured between the movable relative to the fixed anchor to provide resistance to movement of the movable anchor.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 1995Date of Patent: January 20, 1998Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.Inventors: Ross A. Mackert, John E. Titus
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Patent number: 5674167Abstract: A strength training exercise apparatus includes a frame having an upright back rest, and a horizontal seat, and further includes opposing arm members pivotally mounted to the back rest. The arm members are movable through an arcuate range of motion, and include locking pins for selectively locking the arm members in desired angular positions. The apparatus still further includes a resistance assembly consisting of a fixed anchor mounted on the frame, a movable anchor which is movable relative to the fixed anchor, and a plurality of elastomeric resistance cords releasably secured between the movable anchor and the fixed anchor to provide resistance to movement of the movable anchor. A pull line is mounted on guide pulleys along the length of the arm members, and is received in association with the movable anchor whereby outward movement of the pull line with respect to the arm members causes movement of the movable anchor with respect to the fixed anchor.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 1995Date of Patent: October 7, 1997Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.Inventors: Gary D. Piaget, Trace O. Gordon, Mark R. Nestande, Paul M. Theisen, John E. Titus, Ross A. Mackert
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Patent number: 5295927Abstract: An improved stair climbing exercise machine is provided. The machine biomechanically simulates climbing stairs to provide exercise for a user and broadly includes a support frame, right and left foot-receiving pedals, and a drive system. The frame includes a base and a generally tubular, inclined slide mast. The pedals are mounted on respective independently moveable shuttles slidably received in channels at each side of the mast. The electrically released drive system is operably coupled to the pedals and includes a multiple pulley and strap arrangement.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 1992Date of Patent: March 22, 1994Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.Inventors: James B. Easley, Adolf H. Friedebach, Paul M. Theisen, John E. Titus
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Patent number: 5199931Abstract: The present invention is an improved exercise machine for simulating stair climbing, particularly adapted for in-home use. The device includes a generally upright frame with a base. Right and left foot pedals are pivotally mounted to the base on either side of the upstanding portion of the frame and a handlebar is provided adjacent the upper end of the frame. The foot pedals are linked to a mechanical resistance element, namely a flywheel. The linkage includes a strap connecting each pedal to a single drive shaft, in turn connected by a belt transmission to the flywheel. A resistance adjustment feature is included in the invention.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1991Date of Patent: April 6, 1993Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.Inventors: James B. Easley, A. Hans Friedebach, Mark R. Nestande, Paul M. Theisen, John E. Titus
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Patent number: D384117Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 1995Date of Patent: September 23, 1997Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.Inventors: Gary D. Piaget, Trace O. Gordon, Mark R. Nestande, Paul M. Theisen, John E. Titus, James B. Easley