Patents by Inventor Joseph Ryan

Joseph Ryan 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: 20220211396
    Abstract: A system includes an instrument and a distractor. The instrument includes a shaft extending from a first end to a second end and defining a first axis between the first end and the second end. The instrument further includes a first gear coupled to the first end of the shaft. The instrument further includes a second gear enmeshed with the first gear. The instrument further includes a reamer coupled to the second gear. Rotation of the shaft about the first axis causes rotation of the reamer about a second axis that is non-parallel with the first axis. The distractor includes a first arm defining a first passage and a second arm defining a second passage, each configured to receive a pin. The distractor further includes a retainer configured to engage the instrument to retain the instrument in position. The distance between the first passage and the second passage is adjustable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2020
    Publication date: July 7, 2022
    Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Erin MULLER, Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH
  • Publication number: 20220133339
    Abstract: A targeting guide is disclosed includes a handle extending substantially along a longitudinal axis. The longitudinal handle defines one or more burr holes extending from a first side of the handle to a second side of the handle. A head is coupled to a distal end of the longitudinal handle. The head defines a plurality of guide holes sized and configured to receive a k-wire therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2022
    Publication date: May 5, 2022
    Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Daniel E. FREE, Brian THOREN, Jason EDIE, Andy LEITHER, David KAY, Anthony PERERA, Bryan DENHARTOG, David REDFERN, Joel VERNOIS
  • Publication number: 20220117593
    Abstract: In various embodiments, a targeting guide is disclosed. The targeting guide includes a handle defining a targeting hole and a targeting tower configured to be coupled to the handle. The targeting tower defines at least a first guide hole and a second guide hole. Each of the first and second guide holes are sized and configured to receive a respective first guide pin and second guide pin therethrough. The first and second guide pins are configured to indicate alignment of a k-wire inserted through the targeting hole defined by the handle. Methods of using a targeting guide are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2020
    Publication date: April 21, 2022
    Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Robert Michael CARLO, III, George Matthew AWTREY, Gary W. LOWERY, Joseph Ryan WOODARD
  • Publication number: 20220121854
    Abstract: An example method to generate a video from multiple cameras including a digital X-ray imaging device involves: initiating a recording session on an X-ray digital imaging device; capturing one or more images using a first one of a plurality of imaging sensors of the X-ray digital imaging device; capturing one or more videos using a second one of the plurality of imaging sensors; storing, on a machine readable storage device, two or more files corresponding to the one or more images and the one or more videos captured using the first and second ones of the plurality of imaging sensors; and combining the two or more files into a single video file representative of the recording session.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2020
    Publication date: April 21, 2022
    Inventors: Jason William Bourn, Joseph Ryan Lapinskas, Paul Benson, Daniel J. Jozwiak
  • Publication number: 20220114840
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems, devices, and processes for gesture detection. A method includes capturing a series of images. The method includes generating motion isolation information based on the series of images. The method includes generating a composite image based on the motion isolation information. The method includes determining a gesture based on the composite image. The processes described herein may include the use of convolutional neural networks on a series of time-related images to perform gesture detection on embedded systems or devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2021
    Publication date: April 14, 2022
    Inventors: Diego Rodriguez Risco, Samir El Aouar, Alexander Joseph Ryan
  • Publication number: 20220015602
    Abstract: A dishwasher or dishwasher door, as provided herein, may include an inner panel and a dispenser assembly. The inner panel may define a stamped hole extending along an aperture axis. The dispenser assembly may be mounted to the inner panel. The dispenser assembly may include a retaining cup, a radial lip, a flat compression gasket, and a discrete bracket. The retaining cup may have an interior surface defining an additive compartment and an exterior surface defining a relief outside of the additive compartment. The retaining cup may be positioned through the stamped hole. The radial lip may be joined to the retaining cup forward from the stamped hole. The flat compression gasket may be disposed about the retaining cup against a front surface of the inner panel. The discrete bracket may be held between a back surface of the inner panel and the relief of the retaining cup.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2020
    Publication date: January 20, 2022
    Inventors: Jeremy Joseph Ryan, Adam Christopher Hofmann
  • Patent number: 11213460
    Abstract: Improved feeding set connectors and cassettes are disclosed for use with peristaltic infusion pumps for safely delivering enteral nutritional fluids to a patient. The connectors provide an easy to use “pump-to-set” integration or “keying” system for specific reusable infusion pumps and their matching feeding sets, and can be utilized by medical professionals having various skill levels. The inventive feeding set cassettes can prevent accidental free flow of enteral fluids into a patient, even upon inadvertent release of the connector from the pumping mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2022
    Assignee: VESCO MEDICAL LLC
    Inventors: Christopher O'Keefe, Joseph Ryan, Rachel Kunzweiler, Aaron Szabo
  • Patent number: 11205065
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems, devices, and processes for gesture detection. A method includes capturing a series of images. The method includes generating motion isolation information based on the series of images. The method includes generating a composite image based on the motion isolation information. The method includes determining a gesture based on the composite image. The processes described herein may include the use of convolutional neural networks on a series of time-related images to perform gesture detection on embedded systems or devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF SILICON VALLEY, INC.
    Inventors: Diego Rodriguez Risco, Samir El Aouar, Alexander Joseph Ryan
  • Publication number: 20210372165
    Abstract: The embodiments presented within provide methods, devices, and systems that improve access control through the use of smart cylinder locks. In one embodiment, a smart cylinder may perform a process including receiving a key, emitting an energy source of electromagnetic radiation; detecting a change in the energy source due to a physical property of the key, determining the physical property of the key from the change in the energy source, comparing the physical property with a predetermined value, and engaging a mechanism operatively coupled to a locking device that allows the locking device to lock or unlock when the physical property matches the predetermined value.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2021
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Applicant: Last Lock Incorporated
    Inventor: John Joseph Ryan
  • Patent number: 11186999
    Abstract: A multi-use support stand used for holding various types of building materials and used in other types of construction projects. The support stand includes a horizontal foot brace and a horizontal cross brace attached to a bottom of a vertical support post. An oblique support post is attached to a top portion of the vertical support post and a portion of the foot brace. One end of a horizontal extension arm is attached to a sliding “U” shaped channel. The channel is received around a portion of the oblique support post. A pin is received in a selected pin hole in the side of the support post for securing the sliding channel to the oblique support post. When a first and second support stands are placed next to each other, the horizontal extension arms are used for holding loads of sheet rock, plywood, bench table top, working platform, shelving, footbridge sections, dimensional lumber, and other application specific items needing to be supported horizontally or an elevated obtuse angle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2021
    Inventor: Joseph A. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20210361697
    Abstract: The disclosure provides for pharmaceutical compositions comprising an alginate salt, such as sodium alginate. The disclosure further provides for processes and methods for making pharmaceutical compositions. In yet a further aspect, the disclosure provides for methods of utilizing a pharmaceutical composition for treatment of acid reflux diseases. In another aspect, the disclosure provides for formulations suitable for oral use in dosage forms of capsules and dry powders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2021
    Publication date: November 25, 2021
    Inventor: Joseph Ryan Smolarz
  • Publication number: 20210360870
    Abstract: A planter includes an interior surface and a riser extending from a bottom of the interior surface and including a space between the riser and lateral walls of the planter. The riser includes an open-top recess formed in a top portion of the riser. A plate including a protrusion extending from a bottom side of the plate and forming an open-top reservoir on a top side of the protrusion. The protrusion is configured to be coupled with the recess to secure the plate to the riser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2021
    Publication date: November 25, 2021
    Inventors: Fred Joseph Ryan, Hamilton Scott Team
  • Publication number: 20210353507
    Abstract: Improved feeding set connectors and cassettes are disclosed for use with peristaltic infusion pumps for safely delivering enteral nutritional fluids to a patient. The connectors provide an easy to use “pump-to-set” integration or “keying” system for specific reusable infusion pumps and their matching feeding sets, and can be utilized by medical professionals having various skill levels. The inventive feeding set cassettes can prevent accidental free flow of enteral fluids into a patient, even upon inadvertent release of the connector from the pumping mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher O'Keefe, Joseph Ryan, Rachel Kunzweiler, Aaron Szabo
  • Publication number: 20210290251
    Abstract: A guide for a bone cut comprises a guide base having an inner wall defining an opening. The inner wall has a plurality of detents distributed around the opening. The guide base has a proximal surface adapted to contact a skin of a person. An inner collar has one or more spring loaded devices extending outward from the inner collar in opposite directions. The inner collar is mountable with the spring loaded devices fitting within one or more of the plurality of detents. The inner collar has an inner wall defining a bore for receiving a cutting tool. The inner collar is configured to pivot the cutting tool about an axis, for cutting a bone. The axis lies along or parallel to a line along which the spring loaded devices lie.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2021
    Publication date: September 23, 2021
    Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul LUTTRELL, Erin MULLER, Daniel E. FREE, Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Jesse G. MOORE
  • Patent number: 11110118
    Abstract: The disclosure provides for pharmaceutical compositions comprising an alginate salt, such as sodium alginate. The disclosure further provides for processes and methods for making pharmaceutical compositions. In yet a further aspect, the disclosure provides for methods of utilizing a pharmaceutical composition for treatment of acid reflux diseases. In another aspect, the disclosure provides for formulations suitable for oral use in dosage forms of capsules and dry powders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: PHARAGEN LLC
    Inventor: Joseph Ryan Smolarz
  • Publication number: 20210259716
    Abstract: A targeting guide is disclosed includes a handle extending substantially along a longitudinal axis. The longitudinal handle defines one or more burr holes extending from a first side of the handle to a second side of the handle. A head is coupled to a distal end of the longitudinal handle. The head defines a plurality of guide holes sized and configured to receive a k-wire therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2021
    Publication date: August 26, 2021
    Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Daniel E. FREE, Brian THOREN, Jason EDIE, Andy LEITHER, David KAY, Anthony PERERA, Bryan DENHARTOG, David REDFERN, Joel VERNOIS
  • Publication number: 20210251639
    Abstract: An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2021
    Publication date: August 19, 2021
    Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Paul LUTTRELL, Brian Robert THOREN, Erin MULLER, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH, Gary W. LOWERY
  • Publication number: 20210219994
    Abstract: A tool includes a burr having a first shaft configured for rotation or oscillation. The burr has a plurality of cutting edges at a first end of the burr. The first shaft has a central longitudinal passage extending from the first end to a second end of the first shaft. A camera is mounted adjacent the first end of the first shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2018
    Publication date: July 22, 2021
    Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Erin MULLER, Paul LUTTRELL, Brian Robert THOREN, Dean J. NACHTRAB, Joseph Ryan WOODARD
  • Patent number: D942314
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2022
    Assignee: CLASSIC HOME & GARDEN, LLC
    Inventor: Fred Joseph Ryan
  • Patent number: D947064
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: CLASSIC HOME & GARDEN, LLC
    Inventor: Fred Joseph Ryan