Patents by Inventor John R. Kirk

John R. Kirk 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: 20100086591
    Abstract: The invention provides a rapidly disintegrating dosage form comprising a partially-coated tablet having at least one elongated groove along its surface, such that a portion of the at least one elongated groove extends beneath the coating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2007
    Publication date: April 8, 2010
    Inventors: Dennis C. Murachanian, John R. Kirk
  • Patent number: 5595191
    Abstract: A patient immobilization system and method for patient immobilization prior to radiation therapy is described. An adjustable anchor including a slidable base plate between left and right sides of the anchor, provides for utilizing the same patient immobilizing device for head and neck, chest, and pelvis areas requiring radiation treatment. The adjustable anchor accommodates varying sizes of customized posterior molds forming the "mattress" portion of the patient immobilization system, while customized anterior molds secured in a holder are fitted over the patient area to be directly exposed to radiation. The holder is then firmly, but easily releasably secured to the adjustable holder. A hook and loop fastener or compression clip assembly provides for quick release of the anterior mold from the patient when required for difficult or emergency situations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 21, 1997
    Assignee: WFR/Aquaplast Corporation
    Inventor: John R. Kirk
  • Patent number: D295683
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 10, 1988
    Assignee: McNeilab, Inc.
    Inventor: John R. Kirk
  • Patent number: D295794
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 17, 1988
    Assignee: McNeilab, Inc.
    Inventor: John R. Kirk