Patents by Inventor Luke Clauson
Luke Clauson 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).
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Patent number: 10456136Abstract: An apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprises left and right base panels, a plurality of closure components, and a plurality of left and right axial supports coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components couple the left and right base panels to each other laterally and have left and right ends coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components are positioned laterally across the left and right panels, the left axial supports are disposed between pairs of left closure component ends, the right axial supports are disposed between pairs of right closure component ends, and the left and right axial supports are offset from one another such that a serpentine arrangement of consecutive closure components and axial supports is formed. The apparatus can be made of antimicrobial materials or materials impregnated with antimicrobial agents. A flexible adhesive cover can be provided over the apparatus when in use.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2016Date of Patent: October 29, 2019Assignee: Zipline Medical, Inc.Inventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Alan Schaer, Pankaj Rathi, Keiichiro Ichiryu, Peter D'Aquanni, Luke Clauson, Chris Feezor
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Publication number: 20190307272Abstract: Disclosed herein are multiple embodiments of anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles. Embodiments include anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles that comprise an internal bladder configured to expand in volumetric proportion to the liquid expelled from the liquid containing bottle thereby eliminating air and, by extension, space in which the water could slosh. Anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles disclosed herein can rely on various mechanisms for volumetrically expanding the bladder against liquid retained in the bottle, mechanisms include pneumatic modulation of the bladder using a regulator configured to introduce pressure from a high pressure reservoir to inflate or expand the bladder and valves to release the pressure and deflate the bladder, as well as mechanisms for spring actuation to expand or inflate the bladder. Additional embodiments of anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles include bottles comprising wave breakers for passively preventing sloshing by dampening the motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Innovative DriveInventors: Matthew Byrnes Newell, Luke Clauson, Curt LaBelle, Michael Raye
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Patent number: 10363029Abstract: Provided herewith is a needle for delivering dermal filler thread to a wrinkle in a patient. The needle can also be used to deliver the thread to a patient for the purposes of facial contouring. The needle comprises a coupler for attaching the thread to the needle and also a trocar to ease delivery through the skin.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2016Date of Patent: July 30, 2019Assignee: Allergan Holdings France S.A.S.Inventors: Luke Clauson, Matthew Newell, Kenneth N. Horne, Darin Gittings
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Publication number: 20190183515Abstract: A surgical tool system includes a surgical tool shaft having a distal end and a proximal end. A plurality of surgical tool tips detachably connect to the distal end of the shaft. The surgical tool shaft includes a low power electrical interface, a high power electrical interface, and a mechanical interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2018Publication date: June 20, 2019Inventors: Matt Newell, Luke Clauson, Amir Belson
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Publication number: 20190151149Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for performing an ophthalmic procedure in an eye are disclosed. The devices include a hand-held portion and a distal, elongate member coupled to the hand-held portion having a lumen operatively coupled to a vacuum source. A drive mechanism operatively coupled to the elongate member is configured to oscillate the elongate member. When in use, the device is configured to aspirate ocular material from the eye through the lumen. The drive mechanism retracts the elongate member with a retraction speed profile and advances the elongate member with an extension speed profile. The retraction speed profile is different from the extension speed profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2019Publication date: May 23, 2019Inventors: Luke Clauson, Michael Schaller
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Patent number: 10166030Abstract: A surgical tool system includes a surgical tool shaft having a distal end and a proximal end. A plurality of surgical tool tips detachably connect to the distal end of the shaft. The surgical tool shaft includes a low power electrical interface, a high power electrical interface, and a mechanical interface.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2015Date of Patent: January 1, 2019Assignee: Modular Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Matt Newell, Luke Clauson, Amir Belson
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Patent number: 10154924Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to methods and devices for an ocular implant which can be positioned in the Schlemm's canal of a patient's eye for improving fluid flow, such as aqueous fluid, through the eye. The ocular implant can have a variety of shapes and sizes which can allow the ocular implant to be implanted in the Schlemm's canal for applying a force, including a predetermined force, along a part of the Schlemm's canal. The force applied by the ocular implant can change the shape of the Schlemm's canal which can increase the flow volume within and through the Schlemm's canal.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2014Date of Patent: December 18, 2018Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Luke Clauson, Michael Schaller
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Patent number: 10123800Abstract: Apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprise a base having left and right panels, a force distribution structure coupled to each panel, and a closure component which releasably attaches to the force distribution structure to draw the inner edges of the panels together in order to close adhered tissue edges. The force distribution structures allow the inner edges of the panels to expand while restraining expansion of the outer edges of the panels and limiting elongation of the lateral dimension of the panels. The incision closure appliance may be placed on skin or other tissue prior to forming the incision to be available to close said incision at the end of the surgical procedure.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2012Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: ZipLine Medical, Inc.Inventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Eric T. Johnson, Robert R. Ragland, Phillip C. Burke, Luke Clauson
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Patent number: 10085633Abstract: A direct visualization (DV) system and methods are disclosed for measuring one or more anatomical features of the eye, including a depth of the iridocorneal angle of the eye. The DV system can include a wire extending distally from a handle with the wire having one or more indicators for measuring anatomical features of the eye. The DV system can be deployed into the eye and used with minimal trauma to ocular tissues. Furthermore, the DV system can be used independently or alongside other ocular instruments, such as instruments having indicators corresponding to the DV system for correctly implanting ocular implants without the use of a gonio lens.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2013Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Michael Schaller, Tsontcho Ianchulev, Richard S. Lilly, Luke Clauson, David Lari
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Publication number: 20180256397Abstract: A delivery system is disclosed which can be used to deliver an ocular implant into a target location within the eye via an ab interno procedure. In some embodiments, the implant can provide fluid communication between the anterior chamber and the suprachoroidal or supraciliary space while in an implanted state. The delivery system can include a proximal handle component and a distal delivery component. In addition, the proximal handle component can include an actuator to control the release of the implant from the delivery component into the target location in the eye.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2018Publication date: September 13, 2018Inventors: Michael Schaller, David Lari, Luke Clauson, Nathan White, Richard S. Lilly, Matthew Newell, Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed
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Publication number: 20180064578Abstract: A hand-held aspiration device is provided which has a relatively small suction volume along a suction path to improve responsiveness of the aspiration device when the device is activated. The device may be manually powered and may be provided without electronic controls. The device has a suction path which may be purged into a disposal enclosure to reduce the volume of material under the influence of the suction pressure during the procedure. The suction source may also be part of the hand-held unit to further reduce the suction path and suction volume.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2017Publication date: March 8, 2018Applicant: Iantech, Inc.Inventors: LUKE CLAUSON, Scott Chamness, Michael Schaller
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Patent number: 9907697Abstract: A delivery system is disclosed which can be used to deliver an ocular implant into a target location within the eye via an ab interno procedure. In some embodiments, the implant can provide fluid communication between the anterior chamber and the suprachoroidal or supraciliary space while in an implanted state. The delivery system can include a proximal handle component and a distal delivery component. In addition, the proximal handle component can include an actuator to control the release of the implant from the delivery component into the target location in the eye.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2016Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Michael Schaller, David Lari, Luke Clauson, Nathan White, Richard S. Lilly, Matthew Newell, Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed
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Patent number: 9895264Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to methods and devices for use in viewing and positioning an eye with a gonio lens system, such as during ocular exams and ocular surgeries. Some embodiments of the gonio lens system can include a gonio lens for viewing one or more tissues and structures of the eye. In addition, the gonio lens system can include one or more positioning features for controlling movement positioning of the eye.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2016Date of Patent: February 20, 2018Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Steven John, Richard S. Lilly, Luke Clauson, Steven Vold, Brian Walsh
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Publication number: 20170332944Abstract: An apparatus comprised of a plurality of engagement structures independently movable along a longitudinal axis to initially engage a mid-foot region of a foot is described. A center structure or a first set of engagement structures engage the foot in a mid-foot region, and one or more peripheral engagement structures engage the plantar surface in regions surrounding the mid-foot region independent from the structure(s) engaging the mid-foot region. Positional information about the engagement structures is obtained, and a surface map from the positional information is constructed, to determine a profile or contour for an orthotic device in which the foot is in a restored bone state.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2017Publication date: November 23, 2017Inventors: J. Kevin Miller, Neal J. Beidleman, Neville A. Bonwit, Luke Clauson, Kenneth J. den Dulk, Gregg E. Freebury, Matthew B. Newell
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Patent number: 9763829Abstract: Disclosed are devices, methods and systems for treatment of eye disease, including open angle glaucoma and narrow angle glaucoma. Implants are described herein that create a directed flow field, such as between the anterior chamber and either the supraciliary space or suprachoroidal space. In addition, the implant can include a variety of features, including extruded features, such as rings and pegs, which can assist in preventing ocular tissue from collapsing onto the implant and occluding fluid pathways.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2013Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Luke Clauson, Steven John, David Lari, Sean Ianchulev, Michael Schaller
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Publication number: 20170143341Abstract: An apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprises left and right base panels, a plurality of closure components, and a plurality of left and right axial supports coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components couple the left and right base panels to each other laterally and have left and right ends coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components are positioned laterally across the left and right panels, the left axial supports are disposed between pairs of left closure component ends, the right axial supports are disposed between pairs of right closure component ends, and the left and right axial supports are offset from one another such that a serpentine arrangement of consecutive closure components and axial supports is formed. The apparatus can be made of antimicrobial materials or materials impregnated with antimicrobial agents. A flexible adhesive cover can be provided over the apparatus when in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2016Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Alan Schaer, Pankaj Rathi, Keiichiro Ichiryu, Peter D'Aquanni, Luke Clauson, Chris Feezor
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Publication number: 20170135692Abstract: Systems and methods for providing transapical access to a heart chamber for performing an intra cardiac procedure are described. The systems include a helical needle driver and a dilator. The helical needle driver rotates and translates a shuttle member which advances one or more helical needles to place a helical suture within the myocardium. After removing the needles, the dilator is advanced through the pre-placed helical suture, dilating both a passage and the circumscribing suture. After performing procedure, the pre-placed suture may be closed by proximally retracting an external end of the suture.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2017Publication date: May 18, 2017Applicant: VasoStitch, Inc.Inventors: Amir Belson, Luke Clauson, Michael Schaller
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Patent number: 9642622Abstract: An apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprises left and right base panels, a plurality of closure components, and a plurality of left and right axial supports coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components couple the left and right base panels to each other laterally and have left and right ends coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components are positioned laterally across the left and right panels, the left axial supports are disposed between pairs of left closure component ends, the right axial supports are disposed between pairs of right closure component ends, and the left and right axial supports are offset from one another such that a serpentine arrangement of consecutive closure components and axial supports is formed. The apparatus can be made of antimicrobial materials or materials impregnated with antimicrobial agents. A flexible adhesive cover can be provided over the apparatus when in use.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2016Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: Zipline Medical, Inc.Inventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Alan Schaer, Pankaj Rathi, Keiichiro Ichiryu, Peter D'Aquanni, Luke Clauson
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Patent number: 9642621Abstract: An apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprises left and right base panels, a plurality of closure components, and a plurality of left and right axial supports coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components couple the left and right base panels to each other laterally and have left and right ends coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components are positioned laterally across the left and right panels, the left axial supports are disposed between pairs of left closure component ends, the right axial supports are disposed between pairs of right closure component ends, and the left and right axial supports are offset from one another such that a serpentine arrangement of consecutive closure components and axial supports is formed. The apparatus can be made of antimicrobial materials or materials impregnated with antimicrobial agents. A flexible adhesive cover can be provided over the apparatus when in use.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2015Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: ZIPLINE MEDICAL, INCInventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Alan Schaer, Pankaj Rathi, Keiichiro Ichiryu, Peter D'Aquanni, Luke Clauson
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Patent number: 9561034Abstract: An apparatus for closing a surgical incision comprises left and right base panels, a plurality of closure components, and a plurality of left and right axial supports coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components couple the left and right base panels to each other laterally and have left and right ends coupled to the respective base panels. The closure components are positioned laterally across the left and right panels, the left axial supports are disposed between pairs of left closure component ends, the right axial supports are disposed between pairs of right closure component ends, and the left and right axial supports are offset from one another such that a serpentine arrangement of consecutive closure components and axial supports is formed. The apparatus can be made of antimicrobial materials or materials impregnated with antimicrobial agents. A flexible adhesive cover can be provided over the apparatus when in use.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: February 7, 2017Assignee: Zipline Medical, Inc.Inventors: Amir Belson, Eric Storne, Alan Schaer, Pankaj Rathi, Keiichiro Ichiryu, Peter D'Aquanni, Luke Clauson, Chris Feezor