Patents by Inventor Karen L. Ross

Karen L. Ross 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: 20240407807
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for transverse bone transport. A transverse bone transport system may include a template for measuring and cutting a segment of the bone and a distractor for moving the segment. The template may include a plate including an opening configured to fit a pin sleeve. A channel may extend from the opening in the plate to a side of the plate. The distractor may include a first beam, a second beam, and an actuator including a knob configured to rotate in a first direction to increase a distance between the first beam and the second beam and in a second direction to decrease a distance between the first beam and the second beam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2024
    Publication date: December 12, 2024
    Inventors: Andrea Ottoboni, Daniele Venturini, Mikhail L. Samchukov, John David Ross, Karen Divita Standefer, Alexander Cherkashin
  • Patent number: 12137941
    Abstract: An orthopedic bone transport system includes an external fixation frame and a cable pulling device. The external fixation frame is attachable to a fixed bone segment with the external fixation frame oriented in a first plane. The cable pulling device includes a main body configured to be secured to the external fixation frame, a reel, and a transmission. The reel is rotatable about said main body and configured to wind up a cable to be secured to a transport bone segment to move said transport bone segment towards said fixed bone segment. The main body is secured to the external fixation frame with an axis of rotation of the reel oriented substantially parallel to the first plane, the axis of rotation of the reel thereby substantially lying on a transverse plane with respect to the fixed bone segment. The transmission drives the reel in order to wind up the cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2024
    Assignees: Orthofix S.R.L., Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
    Inventors: Daniele Venturini, Andrea Ottoboni, Michael Lupatini, John D. Ross, Mikhail L. Samchukov, Alexander M. Cherkashin, Karen D. Standefer
  • Patent number: 8021067
    Abstract: A dental apparatus for cleansing and stain preventing on-the-go is provided in multiple embodiments. One embodiment allows a user to dispose of the apparatus after use. Another embodiment allows a user to seal and refill the dental apparatus for repeated use. Further, packaging of various types allows a user to house the dental apparatus in multiple ways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Inventor: Karen L. Ross
  • Publication number: 20110058891
    Abstract: Several embodiments of a dental cleanser and stain prevention apparatus for portable use are described. In each embodiment an apparatus for use in on-the-go dental cleansing is described. In one series of embodiments, disposable dental cleaning devices are described. In another series of embodiments, reusable and refillable dental cleaning devices are described. Packaging of various types is also disclosed for use in housing the dental cleanser and stain prevention apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2010
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Inventor: Karen L. Ross
  • Patent number: 7832956
    Abstract: A dental apparatus for cleansing and stain preventing on-the-go is provided in multiple embodiments. One embodiment allows a user to dispose the apparatus after use. Another embodiment allows a user to seal and refill the dental apparatus for repeated use. Further, packaging of various types allows a user to house the dental apparatus in multiple ways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventor: Karen L. Ross
  • Publication number: 20090123217
    Abstract: Several embodiments of a dental cleanser and stain prevention apparatus for portable use are described. In each embodiment an apparatus for use in on-the-go dental cleansing is described. In one series of embodiments, disposable dental cleaning devices are described. In another series of embodiments, reusable and refillable dental cleaning devices are described. Packaging of various types is also disclosed for use in housing the dental cleanser and stain prevention apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventor: Karen L. Ross
  • Patent number: 7270239
    Abstract: A compact personal package for tooth stain prevention between regular brushings includes a small brush and a small quantity of specially formulated cleaning material enables a user to immediately remove stain-causing substances from the teeth and freshen the breath as promptly as possible after exposure to such substances, so as to prevent the stain from setting in. A first embodiment is directed to a disposable product for essentially one-time usage, while a second embodiment is directed to a re-usable product. Variations in packaging are provided for maximum personal convenience as well as for commercial distribution efficiency. The products offer substantial promotional potential as complimentary guest gifts in restaurants, motels and hotels, as well as retain items directed to the general public.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2007
    Inventor: Karen L. Ross