Patents by Inventor Judith T. Paton

Judith T. Paton 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).

  • Artificial limb socket apparatus
    Patent number: 5139523
    Abstract: An apparatus for mounting a socket above the knee of an amputee, wherein the socket is arranged for mounting a prosthesis to a lower terminal end thereof. The sleeve includes an internal cage formed of rigid rods, including hook members imbedded within a semi-spherical sleeve support, with the cage encased in a polymeric covering. A vent is provided through the sleeve support for venting interiorly of the socket. The socket may further include pneumatic chambers for enhanced comfort in support of the socket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1992
    Inventors: Matthew T. Paton, Judith T. Paton