Patents by Inventor Joseph C. Stark III
Joseph C. Stark III 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: 20240120753Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to an implantable blood pump are provided. A system includes a base module and a plurality of energy storage devices. A first energy storage device is operatively coupled to the base module. A second energy storage device is operatively coupled to the first modular energy storage device. The energy storage devices are mechanically coupled in series, electrically coupled in parallel, and configured to provide redundant sources of power to drive an implantable blood pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Kevin Conyers, Jesse Gage, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Patent number: 11824381Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to an implantable blood pump are provided. A system includes a base module and a plurality of energy storage devices. A first energy storage device is operatively coupled to the base module. A second energy storage device is operatively coupled to the first modular energy storage device. The energy storage devices are mechanically coupled in series, electrically coupled in parallel, and configured to provide redundant sources of power to drive an implantable blood pump.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2021Date of Patent: November 21, 2023Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Kevin Conyers, Jesse Gage, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Publication number: 20220385077Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to a medical device employ serially-connectable portable batteries. A method of supplying electrical power to a medical device includes discharging a first external battery to output electrical power to a second external battery. Distribution of the electrical power received by the second external battery is controlled to simultaneously charge the second external battery and output electrical power from the second external battery to supply electrical power to the medical device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2022Publication date: December 1, 2022Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Brian Kimball, Joseph C. Stark, III, Peter Thatcher, John Freddy Hansen, Peter Andriola, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Jesse Gage
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Patent number: 11478629Abstract: The present invention generally relates to heart treatment systems. In some aspects, methods and systems are provided for facilitating communication between implanted devices. For example, an implantable cardiac rhythm management device may be configured to communicate with an implantable blood pump. The implantable cardiac rhythm management device may deliver heart stimulation rate information in addition to information associated with any detected abnormalities in heart function. In response, the pump may be configured to adjust pumping by the pump to better accommodate a patient's particular needs.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2020Date of Patent: October 25, 2022Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Daniel I. Harjes, John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ghazal Anvar Mauro, Eric Lee, Justin A. Callaway, Onur Dur
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Patent number: 11439806Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to a medical device employ serially-connectable portable batteries. A method of supplying electrical power to a medical device includes discharging a first external battery to output electrical power to a second external battery. Distribution of the electrical power received by the second external battery is controlled to simultaneously charge the second external battery and output electrical power from the second external battery to supply electrical power to the medical device.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2020Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Brian Kimball, Joseph C. Stark, III, Peter Thatcher, John Freddy Hansen, Peter Andriola, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Jesse Gage
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Publication number: 20220111197Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to an implantable blood pump are provided. A system includes a base module and a plurality of energy storage devices. A first energy storage device is operatively coupled to the base module. A second energy storage device is operatively coupled to the first modular energy storage device. The energy storage devices are mechanically coupled in series, electrically coupled in parallel, and configured to provide redundant sources of power to drive an implantable blood pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2021Publication date: April 14, 2022Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Kevin Conyers, Jesse Gage, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Patent number: 11224736Abstract: An implantable blood pump system is disclosed herein. The implantable blood pump system includes an implantable blood pump and a controller coupled to the blood pump. The controller includes a partially sealed housing defining an internal volume. The controller includes an energy storage component contained within the internal volume and a processor. The processor can generate one or several signals affecting operation of the implantable blood pump. The controller includes a connector receptacle including a plurality of contacts selectively coupled via a circuitry to the energy storage component. The circuitry can electrically couple the plurality of contacts to the energy storage component when a connector insert is received within the connector receptacle and deactivate the plurality of contacts from the energy storage component when the connector insert is not within the connector receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2019Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Dustin Roelle, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ethan Petersen, Jaime Arturo Romero
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Patent number: 11179558Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to an implantable blood pump are provided. A system includes a base module and a plurality of energy storage devices. A first energy storage device is operatively coupled to the base module. A second energy storage device is operatively coupled to the first modular energy storage device. The energy storage devices are mechanically coupled in series, electrically coupled in parallel, and configured to provide redundant sources of power to drive an implantable blood pump.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2018Date of Patent: November 23, 2021Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Kevin Conyers, Jesse Gage, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Publication number: 20210316132Abstract: The present invention generally relates to heart treatment systems. In some aspects, methods and systems are provided for facilitating communication between implanted devices. For example, an implantable cardiac rhythm management device may be configured to communicate with an implantable blood pump. The implantable cardiac rhythm management device may deliver heart stimulation rate information in addition to information associated with any detected abnormalities in heart function. In response, the pump may be configured to adjust pumping by the pump to better accommodate a patient's particular needs.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2021Publication date: October 14, 2021Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Daniel I. Harjes, John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ghazal Anvar Mauro, Eric Lee, Justin A. Callaway, Onur Dur
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Patent number: 11065436Abstract: The present invention generally relates to heart treatment systems. In some aspects, methods and systems are provided for facilitating communication between implanted devices. For example, an implantable cardiac rhythm management device may be configured to communicate with an implantable blood pump. The implantable cardiac rhythm management device may deliver heart stimulation rate information in addition to information associated with any detected abnormalities in heart function. In response, the pump may be configured to adjust pumping by the pump to better accommodate a patient's particular needs.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2018Date of Patent: July 20, 2021Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Daniel I. Harjes, John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ghazal Anvar Mauro, Eric Lee, Justin A. Callaway, Onur Dur
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Publication number: 20200376184Abstract: The present invention generally relates to heart treatment systems. In some aspects, methods and systems are provided for facilitating communication between implanted devices. For example, an implantable cardiac rhythm management device may be configured to communicate with an implantable blood pump. The implantable cardiac rhythm management device may deliver heart stimulation rate information in addition to information associated with any detected abnormalities in heart function. In response, the pump may be configured to adjust pumping by the pump to better accommodate a patient's particular needs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2020Publication date: December 3, 2020Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Daniel I. Harjes, John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ghazal Anvar Mauro, Eric Lee, Justin A. Callaway, Onur Dur
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Publication number: 20200345913Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to a medical device employ serially-connectable portable batteries. A method of supplying electrical power to a medical device includes discharging a first external battery to output electrical power to a second external battery. Distribution of the electrical power received by the second external battery is controlled to simultaneously charge the second external battery and output electrical power from the second external battery to supply electrical power to the medical device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2020Publication date: November 5, 2020Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Brian Kimball, Joseph C. Stark, III, Peter Thatcher, John Freddy Hansen, Peter Andriola, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturu Romero, Jesse Gage
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Patent number: 10780209Abstract: The present invention generally relates to heart treatment systems. In some aspects, methods and systems are provided for facilitating communication between implanted devices. For example, an implantable cardiac rhythm management device may be configured to communicate with an implantable blood pump. The implantable cardiac rhythm management device may deliver heart stimulation rate information in addition to information associated with any detected abnormalities in heart function. In response, the pump may be configured to adjust pumping by the pump to better accommodate a patient's particular needs.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2018Date of Patent: September 22, 2020Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Daniel I. Harjes, John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ghazal Anvar Mauro, Eric Lee, Justin A. Callaway, Onur Dur
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Patent number: 10722633Abstract: Systems and related methods for supplying power to a medical device employ self-charging serially-connectable portable batteries. A system includes a base module and external battery modules. The base module is operatively coupled with the medical device and includes a base module input connector. Each of the external battery modules includes one or more battery cells, an output connector, an input connector, and a controller. The output connector is configured to output electrical power from the external battery module. The input connector is configured to receive electrical power from another of the plurality of external battery modules. The controller is operatively coupled with the one or more battery cells, the output connector, and the input connector. The controller is configured to control distribution of electrical power received via the input connector to charge the one or more battery cells and/or to be output via the output connector.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2018Date of Patent: July 28, 2020Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Brian Kimball, Joseph C. Stark, III, Peter Thatcher, John Freddy Hansen, Peter Andriola, Carine Hoarau, Jaime Arturo Romero, Jesse Gage
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Patent number: 10610692Abstract: Disclosed are systems for wireless energy transfer including transcutaneous energy transfer. Embodiments are disclosed for electrical connections between an implanted wireless receiver and an implanted medical device powered by the receiver. Methods for manufacturing and using the devices and system are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2015Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: David Eldridge, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Publication number: 20190365972Abstract: An implantable blood pump system is disclosed herein. The implantable blood pump system includes an implantable blood pump and a controller coupled to the blood pump. The controller includes a partially sealed housing defining an internal volume. The controller includes an energy storage component contained within the internal volume and a processor. The processor can generate one or several signals affecting operation of the implantable blood pump. The controller includes a connector receptacle including a plurality of contacts selectively coupled via a circuitry to the energy storage component. The circuitry can electrically couple the plurality of contacts to the energy storage component when a connector insert is received within the connector receptacle and deactivate the plurality of contacts from the energy storage component when the connector insert is not within the connector receptacle.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2019Publication date: December 5, 2019Applicant: TC1 LLCInventors: Dustin Roelle, Joseph C. Stark, III, Ethan Petersen, Jaime Arturo Romero
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Patent number: 10485911Abstract: Techniques for mounting a sensor are disclosed. In some implementations, a molded interconnect device carries a sensor for transducing a position of a rotor of the implantable blood pump. The molded interconnect device includes one or more integrated electronic circuit traces configured to electrically connect the Hall sensor with a printed circuit board of the implantable blood pump, and the molded interconnect device is configured to be mounted to the printed circuit board.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2017Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Mark McChrystal, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Patent number: 10434235Abstract: Thermal management solutions for wireless power transfer systems are provided, which may include any number of features. In one embodiment, an implantable wireless power receiver includes at least one thermal layer disposed on an interior surface of the receiver configured to conduct heat from a central portion of the receiver towards edges of the receiver. The thermal layer can comprise, for example, a copper layer or a ceramic layer embedded in an acrylic polymer matrix. In some embodiments, a plurality of thermal channels can be formed within the receiver to transport heat from central regions of the receiver towards edges of the receiver via free convection. In yet another embodiment, a fluid pipe can be connected to the receiver and be configured to carry heat from the receiver to a location remote from the receiver. Methods of use are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2017Date of Patent: October 8, 2019Assignee: TCI LLCInventors: John Freddy Hansen, Joseph C. Stark, III
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Patent number: 10413650Abstract: A molded interconnect device can carry a Hall sensor for transducing a position of a rotor of the implantable blood pump. The molded interconnect device includes one or more integrated electronic circuit traces configured to electrically connect the hall sensor with a printed circuit board of the implantable blood pump, and the molded interconnect device is configured to be mounted to the printed circuit board.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2016Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: Samuel Schimpf, Mark McChrystal, Joseph C. Stark, III, Andre Siebenhaar
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Patent number: 10265450Abstract: Disclosed are systems for wireless energy transfer including transcutaneous energy transfer. Embodiments are disclosed for electrical connections between an implanted wireless receiver and an implanted medical device powered by the receiver. Methods for manufacturing and using the devices and system are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2017Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Assignee: TC1 LLCInventors: David Eldridge, Joseph C. Stark, III, Andrew MacDonell, Scott Kramer, Thomas George Kilavos, Fabian Frigon Franco