Patents by Inventor Kenneth Brown

Kenneth Brown 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).

  • Patent number: 10478322
    Abstract: Devices and methods for transforming a covered retrieval device from a deployed position to a delivery position for re-use are disclose herein. A retractor device may include, for example, a tubular structure defining a channel and configured to slidably receive a retrieval device. A method for transforming a retrieval device may include, for example, (a) positioning a retrieval device in a deployed position within a channel of a retractor device, (b) securing a part of the cover against a surface of the retractor, and (c) while securing the cover, advancing the retrieval device distally through the tubular structure to expose a capture structure of the retrieval device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Francis Bernard, Kenneth Brown
  • Patent number: 10476677
    Abstract: Systems and methods for processing encoded messages within a wireless communications system are disclosed. A server within the wireless communications system performs signature verification of an encoded message and provides, together with the message, an indication to the mobile device that the message has been verified. In addition, the server provides supplemental information, such as, for example, a hash of the certificate or certificate chain used to verify the message, to the device, to enable the device to perform additional checks on the certificate, such as, for example, validity checks, trust checks, strength checks, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2019
    Assignee: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Michael Kenneth Brown, Herbert Anthony Little, Michael Stephen Brown
  • Patent number: 10425401
    Abstract: In a general aspect, a digital certificate can be used with multiple cryptography systems (“cryptosystems”). In some cases, the digital certificate includes a public key field, which contains a first public key of an entity associated with a first cryptosystem. The digital certificate includes a signature value field, which contains a first digital signature of a certificate authority associated with the first cryptosystem. The digital certificate includes an extension. The extension contains a second public key of the entity, a second digital signature of the certificate authority, or both, associated with a second cryptosystem. The extension contains a policy field that includes instructions for processing the fields associated with the second cryptosystem.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: ISARA Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Pecen, Michael Kenneth Brown, Alexander Truskovsky
  • Publication number: 20190239024
    Abstract: A communication device includes a display screen upon which information is displayed. A microprocessor configured to execute at least one notification program is provided that displays a notification descriptive of an access control request on the display screen. The at least one notification program is programmed to receive data indicative of an access control request and to receive data descriptive of the access control request. Additionally, the at least one notification program is further programmed to display a notification indicative of the access control request and comprising an explanation of the access control request based on the received descriptive data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2019
    Publication date: August 1, 2019
    Inventors: Christopher Lyle BENDER, Michael Grant KIRKUP, Michael Kenneth BROWN, Radu Alexandru MANEA, Brian Alexander ZUBERT
  • Publication number: 20190216475
    Abstract: A medical device can include an elongate manipulation member, and a thrombectomy device connected to the elongate manipulation member. The thrombectomy device can have a first configuration and a second configuration, the thrombectomy device being expandable from the first configuration to the second configuration. The thrombectomy device can include an arcuate marker-mounting projection attached to a portion of the thrombectomy device configured to contact a thrombus. A marker can be coupled to, and extending around, the arcuate marker-mounting projection with the marker and the arcuate marker-mounting projection contacting each other at three discrete locations. A method for engaging a thrombus can include advancing a thrombectomy device to a location radially adjacent to a thrombus in a blood vessel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2019
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Inventors: Evan Epstein, Kenneth Brown
  • Patent number: 10318764
    Abstract: A method for differentiated access control on a computing device having a connection with a second device, the method checking whether a timer has expired on the second device or if a connection is lost to the second device; and preventing at least one of the plurality of application subsets from being launched or enabled if the timer has expired on the second device or the connection is lost to the second device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignee: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Michael Kenneth Brown, Christopher Lyle Bender, Herbert Anthony Little, Michael Stephen Brown
  • Patent number: 10292007
    Abstract: A communication device includes a display screen upon which information is displayed. A microprocessor configured to execute at least one notification program is provided that displays a notification descriptive of an access control request on the display screen. The at least one notification program is programmed to receive data indicative of an access control request and to receive data descriptive of the access control request. Additionally, the at least one notification program is further programmed to display a notification indicative of the access control request and comprising an explanation of the access control request based on the received descriptive data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2019
    Assignee: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Christopher Lyle Bender, Michael Grant Kirkup, Michael Kenneth Brown, Radu Alexandru Manea, Brian Alexander Zubert
  • Patent number: 10265089
    Abstract: A medical device can include an elongate manipulation member, and a thrombectomy device connected to the elongate manipulation member. The thrombectomy device can have a first configuration and a second configuration, the thrombectomy device being expandable from the first configuration to the second configuration. The thrombectomy device can include an arcuate marker-mounting projection attached to a portion of the thrombectomy device configured to contact a thrombus. A marker can be coupled to, and extending around, the arcuate marker-mounting projection with the marker and the arcuate marker-mounting projection contacting each other at three discrete locations. A method for engaging a thrombus can include advancing a thrombectomy device to a location radially adjacent to a thrombus in a blood vessel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Evan Epstein, Kenneth Brown
  • Publication number: 20190080114
    Abstract: A system and method for selectively securing data from unauthorized access on a client device storing a plurality of data types with reference to an authorization level indicated in a command. A command is received at a client device comprising an authorization level indicator. Based on at least one predefined rule, which may be implemented in an IT policy stored at the client device, each of the plurality of data types to be secured is determined, and then the data corresponding to those types is secured. The data may be secured by encrypting and/or deleting the data at the client device. The predefined rules associated with each authorization level may be configured by a user or administrator having an authorization level that exceeds the associated authorization level.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2018
    Publication date: March 14, 2019
    Applicant: Blackberry Limited
    Inventors: Michael Kenneth BROWN, Michael Stephen BROWN, Herbert Anthony LITTLE, Scott William TOTZKE
  • Publication number: 20190029789
    Abstract: A medical device can include an elongate manipulation member, and a thrombectomy device connected to the elongate manipulation member. The thrombectomy device can have a first configuration and a second configuration, the thrombectomy device being expandable from the first configuration to the second configuration. The thrombectomy device can include an arcuate marker-mounting projection attached to a portion of the thrombectomy device configured to contact a thrombus. A marker can be coupled to, and extending around, the arcuate marker-mounting projection with the marker and the arcuate marker-mounting projection contacting each other at three discrete locations. A method for engaging a thrombus can include advancing a thrombectomy device to a location radially adjacent to a thrombus in a blood vessel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Publication date: January 31, 2019
    Inventors: Evan Epstein, Kenneth Brown
  • Publication number: 20190008668
    Abstract: A stent delivery system can include a core member, an introducer sheath, and a microcatheter. The core member can have a distal segment. The stent engagement member can have a generally tubular body positioned about the core member distal segment and can be rotatably coupled to the core member. The engagement member can include an inner layer that has a first durometer and an outer layer that has a second durometer less than the first durometer. The stent can extend along the core member distal segment such that an inner surface of the stent is engaged by the engagement member outer layer for facilitating rotation of the stent relative to the core member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2018
    Publication date: January 10, 2019
    Inventors: Kurt Haggstrom, Michael L. Losordo, Kenneth Brown
  • Patent number: 10162983
    Abstract: A system and method for selectively securing data from unauthorized access on a client device storing a plurality of data types with reference to an authorization level indicated in a command. A command is received at a client device comprising an authorization level indicator. Based on at least one predefined rule, which may be implemented in an IT policy stored at the client device, each of the plurality of data types to be secured is determined, and then the data corresponding to those types is secured. The data may be secured by encrypting and/or deleting the data at the client device. The predefined rules associated with each authorization level may be configured by a user or administrator having an authorization level that exceeds the associated authorization level.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Assignee: BLACKBERRY LIMITED
    Inventors: Michael Kenneth Brown, Michael Stephen Brown, Herbert Anthony Little, Scott William Totzke
  • Publication number: 20180360629
    Abstract: Devices and methods for transforming a covered retrieval device from a deployed position to a delivery position for re-use are disclose herein. A retractor device may include, for example, a tubular structure defining a channel and configured to slidably receive a retrieval device. A method for transforming a retrieval device may include, for example, (a) positioning a retrieval device in a deployed position within a channel of a retractor device, (b) securing a part of the cover against a surface of the retractor, and (c) while securing the cover, advancing the retrieval device distally through the tubular structure to expose a capture structure of the retrieval device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2017
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Inventors: Francis Bernard, Kenneth Brown
  • Patent number: 10116450
    Abstract: In a general aspect, a Merkel signature scheme (MSS) uses subtree data. In some aspects, subtree data is loaded from a non-volatile memory into a volatile memory. The subtree data represents one or more nodes of a subtree of a cryptographic hash tree and a first authentication path portion that includes nodes outside the subtree. The subtree includes a subtree root node at a level below a root node of the cryptographic hash tree and lowest-level nodes of the cryptographic hash tree, which are based on respective verification keys for a one-time signature (OTS) scheme. An OTS is generated using a first signing key associated with a first verification key, which is associated with a lowest-level node in the subtree. The OTS, the first verification key, the first authentication path portion, and a second authentication path portion comprising one or more nodes of the subtree are sent to a recipient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: ISARA Corporation
    Inventors: Michael Kenneth Brown, Anthony Chun Li Hu, Marek Paruzel, Atsushi Yamada
  • Publication number: 20180305910
    Abstract: A bath waste and overflow drain system of the present disclosure may comprise both drain and overflow assemblies. The drain assembly generally includes a drain elbow, drain gasket, drain spud, drain trim, and drain stopper. The drain trim may possess weep channels that urge stagnated water from a periphery of the drain spud and into the drain. The overflow assembly generally includes an overflow elbow, overflow gasket, retaining nut, and overflow faceplate. The overflow faceplate may have bayonet channels that engage with a protrusion of the overflow elbow so as to accommodate variances in tub design when effecting an installation. The system according to an embodiment may also comprise test plugs of the overflow and drain varieties which are, together, operable to permit pressure-related tests of the system prior to completing an installation. The overflow and drain test plugs are simple to manipulate and install/remove with quick-engaging, complementary locking features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2018
    Publication date: October 25, 2018
    Inventors: Shawn Heipp, Kenneth Brown, Douglas Buchan, Joshua Funk, Aaron Lorkowski, Kai Zhang
  • Publication number: 20180296874
    Abstract: An adjustable weight lifting bench includes a frame, a seat pad, and a back pad. The back pad is pivotably coupled to the frame about a first pivot axis and angularly adjustable between a plurality of user-selectable incline and decline positions. A hydraulic mechanism supports the back pad in the incline and decline positions. A movable operating lever operably coupled to the hydraulic mechanism operates to change the mechanism between an activated condition in which the back pad is movable and a deactivated condition in which the back pad locks into a selected one of the positions. When the mechanism is in activated condition, applying pressure against the back pad the lowers the back pad and removing the pressure raises the back pad. In one embodiment, the mechanism automatically raises the back pad when the pressure is removed and the mechanism is in the deactivated condition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Publication date: October 18, 2018
    Inventors: David Vorozilchak, James J. Lennox, Kenneth Brown, Philip Matthew Hunt
  • Publication number: 20180289760
    Abstract: In one embodiment, the present application provides an herbal supplement and method for treating bloating, constipation and/or weight gain in a human subject comprising orally administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of the herbal supplement comprising a red quebracho extract. In other embodiments, the supplement may additionally include a triterpenoid saponin, an anti-spasmodic agent, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Inventors: Kenneth BROWN, Brandi M. Scott
  • Patent number: 10092431
    Abstract: A stent delivery system can include a core member, an introducer sheath, and a microcatheter. The core member can have a first section and a second section distal to the first section. The second section can have a bending stiffness per unit length that is less than a bending stiffness per unit length of the first section. The introducer sheath can have a lumen configured to receive the core member therethrough. The introducer sheath can have a length of at least about 80 cm. The microcatheter can have a lumen and a proximal end configured to interface with a distal end of the introducer sheath for delivering the core member into the microcatheter lumen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Kurt Haggstrom, Michael L. Losordo, Kenneth Brown
  • Publication number: 20180283576
    Abstract: A system of supply valves according to the present invention may include a first and second supply valve, each of which is connectable to a terminal end of a water supply line so as to provide direct access to the water supply. The system may be disposed within a modular plumbing supply box, and the valves may be spaced from one another by a reduced separation, X1. Each supply valve of the system may further include a top portion and bottom portion that are interconnectable and which form a water-proof seal therebetween. The top portion may comprise ridges that cooperate with channels of the bottom portion when the two portions are interconnected to form passageways. The top and bottom portions may be positionally and rotationally locked to one another, for example, using a wireform clip and inserting legs of the wireform clip through the passageways.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2018
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Inventors: Kai Zhang, Aaron Lorkowski, Kenneth Brown
  • Publication number: 20180274213
    Abstract: A system of modular boxes as shown and described can be interconnected directly to one another via connectors that are integrally molded with the sidewalls of the boxes. The connectors of the boxes may include fastener receiving apertures for receiving a stud-mounting fastener therethrough. The connectors are thin and flexible, such that insertion and forcible tightening of a fastener through the aperture will cause a compressive force to be exerted between the interconnected boxes to maintain their spatial relationship and to maintain their interconnection. A further feature of the modular boxes of the system are anti-rotation members and receivers that are integrally molded to the side walls of the boxes. The anti-rotation members and receivers interact with one another at the point of connection between the boxes to prevent the boxes from flexing, rotating, or otherwise moving with respect to one another post-installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2018
    Publication date: September 27, 2018
    Inventors: Kenneth Brown, Aaron Lorkowski