Patents by Inventor KYLE D. SMITH

KYLE D. SMITH 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: 11974916
    Abstract: Various aspects of the present disclosure are directed toward apparatuses, systems, and methods that include a prosthetic valve. The prosthetic valve may include a jacket configured to cover at least one of gaps, spaces, or interfaces in a frame or between one or more leaflets attached to the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
    Inventors: David J. Arcaro, Kyle W. Colavito, Dustin V. Dienno, Cody L. Hartman, Roy Manygoats, Jr., Ryan S. Titone, Ryan D. Smith, Joshua A. Sprinkle, Benjamin A. Smith, James L. Goepfrich, Michael J. Shepard
  • Patent number: 9885537
    Abstract: A projectile launcher including a receiver with a breech proximate to a barrel. A valve assembly is provided that allows selective flow between a source of compressed gas and the breech. A trigger is provided that is movable between a first position and a second position. The launcher includes a firing assembly configured to actuate the valve assembly responsive to the trigger being in the second position. In some embodiments, the firing assembly includes a trigger assist feature configured to cycle the firing assembly in a fully automatic manner when the trigger is in the second position without reciprocating the trigger during the firing cycle. In some embodiments, the receiver includes an opening with a puncture mechanism dimensioned to receive a magazine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2018
    Assignee: Tippmann Sports, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis J. Tippmann, Jr., Kyle D. Smith, Brad R. Holloway
  • Publication number: 20160305735
    Abstract: A projectile launcher including a receiver with a breech proximate to a barrel. A valve assembly is provided that allows selective flow between a source of compressed gas and the breech. A trigger is provided that is movable between a first position and a second position. The launcher includes a firing assembly configured to actuate the valve assembly responsive to the trigger being in the second position. In some embodiments, the firing assembly includes a trigger assist feature configured to cycle the firing assembly in a fully automatic manner when the trigger is in the second position without reciprocating the trigger during the firing cycle. In some embodiments, the receiver includes an opening with a puncture mechanism dimensioned to receive a magazine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Publication date: October 20, 2016
    Inventors: DENNIS J. TIPPMANN, JR., KYLE D. SMITH, BRAD R. HOLLOWAY
  • Patent number: 9395146
    Abstract: A projectile launcher including a receiver with a breech proximate to a barrel. A valve assembly is provided that allows selective flow between a source of compressed gas and the breech. A trigger is provided that is movable between a first position and a second position. The launcher includes a firing assembly configured to actuate the valve assembly responsive to the trigger being in the second position. In some embodiments, the firing assembly includes a trigger assist feature configured to cycle the firing assembly in a fully automatic manner when the trigger is in the second position without reciprocating the trigger during the firing cycle. In some embodiments, the receiver includes an opening with a puncture mechanism dimensioned to receive a magazine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: Tippmann Sports, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis J. Tippmann, Jr., Kyle D. Smith, Brad R. Holloway
  • Publication number: 20150007804
    Abstract: A projectile launcher including a receiver with a breech proximate to a barrel. A valve assembly is provided that allows selective flow between a source of compressed gas and the breech. A trigger is provided that is movable between a first position and a second position. The launcher includes a firing assembly configured to actuate the valve assembly responsive to the trigger being in the second position. In some embodiments, the firing assembly includes a trigger assist feature configured to cycle the firing assembly in a fully automatic manner when the trigger is in the second position without reciprocating the trigger during the firing cycle. In some embodiments, the receiver includes an opening with a puncture mechanism dimensioned to receive a magazine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Dennis J. TIPPMANN, JR., Kyle D. SMITH, Brad R. HOLLOWAY
  • Patent number: 8726895
    Abstract: A non-lethal pistol for propelling projectiles, such as paintballs. The pistol has a body with a grip portion and a barrel. A canister of propellant received in the body to supply a valve assembly with propellant that is selectively vented to propel projectiles through the barrel. The pistol includes a firing mechanism adapted to actuate the valve assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Tippmann Sports, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis J. Tippmann, Jr., Jeffrey P. Douglas, Kyle D. Smith, Bryce A. Carrico
  • Patent number: 8430086
    Abstract: A non-lethal pistol for propelling projectiles, such as paintballs. The pistol has a body with a grip portion and a barrel. A canister of propellant received in the body to supply a valve assembly with propellant that is selectively vented to propel projectiles through the barrel. The pistol includes a firing mechanism adapted to actuate the valve assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: Tippmann Sports, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis J. Tippmann, Jr., Jeffrey P. Douglas, Kyle D. Smith, Bryce A. Carrico
  • Publication number: 20110120437
    Abstract: A non-lethal pistol for propelling projectiles, such as paintballs. The pistol has a body with a grip portion and a barrel. A canister of propellant received in the body to supply a valve assembly with propellant that is selectively vented to propel projectiles through the barrel. The pistol includes a firing mechanism adapted to actuate the valve assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2010
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Applicant: TIPPMANN SPORTS LLC
    Inventors: DENNIS J. TIPPMANN, JR., JEFFREY P. DOUGLAS, KYLE D. SMITH, BRYCE A. CARRICO