Patents by Inventor John Eric Lovins

John Eric Lovins 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).

  • Medical device surface electrode
    Patent number: 9242108
    Abstract: Structures and methods relating to electrodes for incorporation into a feedthrough with a profile adapted for subcutaneous sensing of physiologic and cardiac signals. Electrode assemblies are adapted for integration with feedthroughs and provide reliable insulation from the implantable medical device housing. Various structures and manufacturing processes are implemented to provide a large sensing surface with a low profile. The subcutaneous sensing electrode assembly can provide a leadless sensing system and further enhances installation and follow-up procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2016
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, David J. Saltzman, Randy S. Roles, Scott J. Robinson, David B. Engmark, John Eric Lovins
  • Torque wrench for implantable medical devices
    Patent number: 8875602
    Abstract: A torque wrench for implantable medical devices is disclosed. The torque wrench comprises a first and a second component. The first component has first and second ends with a bore extending between the first and second ends of the first component. The first component includes a plurality of anti-rotation members extending from an inner surface of the bore at the second end of the first component. A second component includes a middle portion having a first and second ends. A drive shaft extends from the first end and a plurality of fingers extends from an exterior surface of the second end. The second component is received in the bore of the first component such that the fingers are interdigitate with the anti-rotation members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, John Eric Lovins
  • Torque wrench for implantable medical devices
    Patent number: 8276487
    Abstract: A torque wrench for implantable medical devices is disclosed. The torque wrench comprises a first and a second component. The first component has first and second ends with a bore extending between the first and second ends of the first component. The first component includes a plurality of anti-rotation members extending from an inner surface of the bore at the second end of the first component. A second component includes a middle portion having a first and second ends. A drive shaft extends from the first end and a plurality of fingers extends from an exterior surface of the second end. The second component is received in the bore of the first component such that the fingers are interdigitate with the anti-rotation members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, John Eric Lovins
  • MEDICAL DEVICE SURFACE ELECTRODE
    Publication number: 20110029027
    Abstract: Structures and methods relating to electrodes for incorporation into a feedthrough with a profile adapted for subcutaneous sensing of physiologic and cardiac signals. Electrode assemblies are adapted for integration with feedthroughs and provide reliable insulation from the implantable medical device housing. Various structures and manufacturing processes are implemented to provide a large sensing surface with a low profile. The subcutaneous sensing electrode assembly can provide a leadless sensing system and further enhances installation and follow-up procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2010
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, David J. Saltzman, Randy S. Roles, Scott J. Robinson, David B. Engmark, John Eric Lovins
  • TORQUE WRENCH FOR IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES
    Publication number: 20100275745
    Abstract: A torque wrench for implantable medical devices is disclosed. The torque wrench comprises a first and a second component. The first component has first and second ends with a bore extending between the first and second ends of the first component. The first component includes a plurality of anti-rotation members extending from an inner surface of the bore at the second end of the first component. A second component includes a middle portion having a first and second ends. A drive shaft extends from the first end and a plurality of fingers extends from an exterior surface of the second end. The second component is received in the bore of the first component such that the fingers are interdigitate with the anti-rotation members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2009
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Applicant: Medtronic, Inc
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, John Eric Lovins
  • TORQUE WRENCH FOR IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES
    Publication number: 20100275744
    Abstract: A torque wrench for implantable medical devices is disclosed. The torque wrench comprises a first and a second component. The first component has first and second ends with a bore extending between the first and second ends of the first component. The first component includes a plurality of anti-rotation members extending from an inner surface of the bore at the second end of the first component. A second component includes a middle portion having a first and second ends. A drive shaft extends from the first end and a plurality of fingers extends from an exterior surface of the second end. The second component is received in the bore of the first component such that the fingers are interdigitate with the anti-rotation members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2009
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric John Wengreen, Andrew J. Ries, John Eric Lovins