Patents by Inventor Marc D'Haulluin

Marc D'Haulluin 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).

  • Optical stacks for sparkle reduction
    Patent number: 10353214
    Abstract: Optical stacks including a grating structure that generates diffraction in two in-plane dimensions. The optical stacks may include two gratings, which may be one-directional or two-directional. The optical stacks are suitable for reducing sparkle in displays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignees: 3M Innovative Properties Company, Corning Incorporated
    Inventors: Brett J. Sitter, Marc D. Radcliffe, Thomas R. Hoffend, Jr., Daniel W. Hennen, Michael L. Steiner, Lan H. Liu, Jacques Gollier, James Andrew West, Ellen Marie Kosik Williams
  • Systems and methods for delivering drugs to an eye
    Patent number: 10342697
    Abstract: A drug delivery device includes a drug-eluting element defined by a plurality of outer surfaces including a delivery surface and one or more other non-delivery surfaces. The delivery surface is positioned against tissue of an eye and shaped to define an area of targeted tissue to receive a drug. The drug-eluting element holds the drug when the delivery surface is not positioned against the tissue. Responsive to the delivery surface being positioned against the tissue, the drug-eluting element releases the drug to the area of targeted tissue through the delivery surface. The drug delivery device includes one or more barrier structures disposed along the one or more non-delivery surfaces of the drug-eluting element. The one or more barrier structures substantially inhibit release of the drug from the drug-eluting element through the one or more non-delivery surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2019
    Assignee: Avedro, Inc.
    Inventors: Marc D. Friedman, Pavel Kamaev, Stephen Zolla, Alexandra Nicklin
  • Compact Display Tray
    Publication number: 20190200782
    Abstract: A tray for dispensing product containers, particularly yogurt containers, which vary widely in size and shape and frequently are stacked several high. The tray is of adjustable width and of extruded construction. The tray comprises two main components, one forming a bottom part and a high wall, the other forming a bottom part and a low wall. The high wall has a flanged track running lengthwise and the low wall has a T-shaped rail for reception in the flanged track of an adjacent tray. An array of trays are thus connected such that the high wall of one tray serves as a second high wall for an adjacent connected tray while allowing a tray to be pulled forward, supported by its neighbors, for restocking. A pusher and pull strip are provided in which an L-shaped pusher can be reversely oriented and thereby optimized for round or rectangular containers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2018
    Publication date: July 4, 2019
    Applicant: Trion Industries, Inc
    Inventors: Joseph F. Kologe, Marc D. Huntington
  • Methods of manufacture of catheter with helical drive shaft
    Patent number: 10335188
    Abstract: Drive shafts having helical blades and methods of making are disclosed. In one method a helical auger blade is formed by twisting or sculpting a heated polymer tube which has been placed over a cylindrical drive shaft. In another method a drive shaft is placed within a helical winding and heat is applied to melt polymer which has been coated over one or both of the drive shaft and helical winding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Jenny Zeroni, Cory David Sills, Victoria Schuman, Marc D. Knutson, Bryan Matthew Ladd, Benjamin Robert Fruland, Lucas Schneider, Alexander J. Rice
  • LOW FORCE WAFER TEST PROBE WITH VARIABLE GEOMETRY
    Publication number: 20190195913
    Abstract: A system for testing functionality of die on a wafer including a plurality of contacts includes a support structure and a plurality of probes mounted to the support structure in an array. A configuration of each of the plurality of probes varies based on a position of the probe within the array to maintain uniform engagement between the plurality of probes and a corresponding plurality of contacts across the array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2019
    Publication date: June 27, 2019
    Inventors: David M. Audette, Dennis R. Conti, Marc D. Knox, Grant W. Wagner
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CROSS-LINKING TREATMENTS OF AN EYE
    Publication number: 20190192840
    Abstract: Example eye treatments determine an area at a surface of a cornea for delivery of a cross-linking agent. The example treatments disrupt tissue at the area at the surface of the cornea up to a depth corresponding to apical layers of superficial squamous cells of the cornea, e.g., no greater than approximately 10 ?m to approximately 15 ?m. The example treatments apply a cross-linking agent to the area at the surface of the cornea. The cross-linking agent is transmitted through the disrupted area at a greater rate relative to non disrupted areas of the cornea. The example treatments deliver photoactivating light to the cornea. The photoactivating light activates the cross-linking agent to generate cross-linking activity in the cornea.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2017
    Publication date: June 27, 2019
    Inventors: Marc D. Friedman, Alexandra Nicklin, Pavel Kamaev
  • Method and system for model-based tracking of changes in average glycemia in diabetes
    Patent number: 10332615
    Abstract: A method, system and computer readable medium for tracking changes in average glycemia in diabetes is based on a conceptually new approach to the retrieval of SMBG data. Using the understanding of HbA1c fluctuation as the measurable effect of the action of an underlying dynamical system, SMBG provides occasional glimpses at the state of this system and, using these measurements, the hidden underlying system trajectory can be reconstructed for individual diabetes patients. Using compartmental modeling a new two-step algorithm is provided that includes: (i) real-time estimate of HbA1c from fasting glucose readings, updated with any new incoming fasting SMBG data point(s), and (ii) initialization and calibration of the estimated HbA1c trace with daily SMBG profiles obtained periodically. The estimation of these profiles includes a factorial model capturing daily BG variability within two latent factors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Assignee: University of Virginia Patent Foundation
    Inventors: Boris P. Kovatchev, Marc D. Breton
  • CONTROLLED MOTION SYSTEM HAVING AN IMPROVED TRACK CONFIGURATION
    Publication number: 20190185276
    Abstract: A transport system comprising linear motor modules utilized both straight and curved track modules, with movers displaced on the track modules by control of power applied to coils of the modules. Curved track modules have modified spline geometries to provide desired acceleration and jerk characteristics. The modified spline geometries may be defined by more than one generators, such as an equation generator and a spline fit between the equation-generated segment and one or more constrained points or locations. The curved track modules may be divided into 180 degree modules, or may be reduced to 90 degree, 45 degree or other fractional arcs to provide for modular assembly, mirror-image geometries and motion profiles, and the like. The system may be adapted to provide improved motion characteristics based on modification of a conventional spline geometry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2019
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventors: Glen C. Wernersbach, Marc D. Koeppel, Keith G. Jacobs
  • CONTROLLED MOTION SYSTEM HAVING AN IMPROVED TRACK CONFIGURATION
    Publication number: 20190177097
    Abstract: A transport system comprising linear motor modules utilized both straight and curved track modules, with movers displaced on the track modules by control of power applied to coils of the modules. Curved track modules have modified spline geometries to provide desired acceleration and jerk characteristics. The modified spline geometries may be defined by more than one generators, such as an equation generator and a spline fit between the equation-generated segment and one or more constrained points or locations. The curved track modules may be divided into 180 degree modules, or may be reduced to 90 degree, 45 degree or other fractional arcs to provide for modular assembly, mirror-image geometries and motion profiles, and the like. The system may be adapted to provide improved motion characteristics based on modification of a conventional spline geometry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2019
    Publication date: June 13, 2019
    Inventors: Glen C. Wernersbach, Marc D. Koeppel, Keith G. Jacobs
  • Polypeptides having glucoamylase activity and polynucleotides encoding same
    Patent number: 10316307
    Abstract: The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides having glucoamylase activity and isolated polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignees: NOVOZYMES A/S, NOVOZYMES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Marc D. Morant, Mikako Sasa, Keiichi Ayabe, Guillermo Coward-Kelly
  • System and method for managing distributed objects as a single representation
    Patent number: 10313260
    Abstract: An architecture and method for managing at least two distinct machines (or objects) in which resources are shared as a single entity (or object) in an agent-based system. The agent-based system comprising a controller, a local agent coupled to the controller, and at least one clustered machine. The at least one clustered machine includes at least two individual agents, the at least two individual agents sharing at least one shared resource/service. The system also includes a virtual non-persistent connection for coupling the at least two individual agents to the local agent. The at least one shared resource/service is accessed by the local agent through the virtual non-persistent connection using a virtual IP address to enable the at least two individual agents of the at least one clustered machine to be represented as a single object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: INTEL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Marc D. Torrant, Paul Baleme
  • Membrane catalytic heater
    Patent number: 10309646
    Abstract: A portable catalytic combustion heater, wherein fuel vapor (11) and air (10) are supplied to a catalyst (6) which promotes the flameless combustion of fuel and releases that. The fuel is supplied as a liquid, passes through a selectively permeable membrane (8) such that fuel vapor exits the membrane and is fed to the catalyst (6). Additional features include porous supports and means of enhancing and diminishing the catalytic rate of combustion and controlling the heat output.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: GHT GLOBAL HEATING TECHNOLOGIES AG
    Inventors: Robert G. Hockaday, Patrick S. Turner, Zachary R. Bradford, Marc D. DeJohn, Carlos J. Navas, Heathcliff L. Vaz
  • DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR TRAINING PELVIC FLOOR MUSCLES
    Publication number: 20190160332
    Abstract: The present invention relates to intravaginal devices, systems including the devices, and methods of using the devices to train an individual in the performance of exercises (e.g., pelvic floor lifts (PFLs) and pelvic floor relaxations (PFRs)) that strengthen the individual's pelvic floor muscles in order to treat or prevent pelvic floor disorders (e.g., pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence) and their accompanying symptoms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2017
    Publication date: May 30, 2019
    Inventors: Marc D. BEER, Yolanda LORIE, Ramon Jose IGLESIAS
  • AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR MANAGEMENT OF RECEPTACLES
    Publication number: 20190164123
    Abstract: A management system for managing the utilization of item receptacles in a distribution network. Items can be transferred to recipients at a limited number of item receptacles in unit delivery facilities of the distribution network. Item retrieval behavior is tracked to determine a recipient score for known recipients. Based on the recipient scores, subsequent items to be transferred can be placed in a receptacle or a storage area based on the associated recipient score. Placement in receptacles can be prioritized to recipients with low scores indicating that the item will likely be retrieved quickly, while items addressed to recipients with high scores may not be placed into a receptacle if receptacles are scarce.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2018
    Publication date: May 30, 2019
    Inventors: Marc D. McCrery, Donald Eugene Irwin
  • Autonomous coverage robot
    Patent number: 10299652
    Abstract: A surface treatment robot includes a chassis having forward and rear ends and a drive system carried by the chassis. The drive system includes right and left driven wheels and is configured to maneuver the robot over a cleaning surface. The robot includes a vacuum assembly, a collection volume, a supply volume, an applicator, and a wetting element, each carried by the chassis. The wetting element engages the cleaning surface to distribute a cleaning liquid applied to the surface by the applicator. The wetting element distributes the cleaning liquid along at least a portion of the cleaning surface when the robot is driven in a forward direction. The wetting element is arranged substantially forward of a transverse axis defined by the right and left driven wheels, and the wetting element slidably supports at least about ten percent of the mass of the robot above the cleaning surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Assignee: iRobot Corporation
    Inventors: Duane L. Gilbert, Jr., Marcus R. Williams, Andrea M. Okerholm Huttlin, Elaine H. Kristant, Sheila A. Longo, Daniel E. Kee, Marc D. Strauss
  • Polarized electrode for flow-through capacitive deionization
    Patent number: 10294131
    Abstract: The polarized electrode flow through capacitor comprises at least one each electrode material, with a pore volume that includes meso and micropores, with contained anionic or cationic groups. The polarized electrodes are in opposite polarity facing pairs, separated by a flow path or flow spacer. Both polarities of the particular attached ionic groups used are ionized at the working pH or composition of the particular feed solution supplied to inlet of the flow through capacitor. The contained groups cause the electrodes to be polarized so that they are selective to anions or cations. The polarized electrode flow through capacitor has better performance compared to identical flow through capacitors made from non-derivitized carbon. The capacitor electrode materials so derivitized provide this polarization function directly without need for a separate charge barrier material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Assignee: Mespilus Inc.
    Inventor: Marc D. Andelman
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CORONARY OCCLUSION TREATMENT
    Publication number: 20190133688
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure include systems and methods for treatment of occlusions, including coronary artery chronic total occlusions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2018
    Publication date: May 9, 2019
    Inventors: Marc D. FELDMAN, Thomas E. MILNER, Nitesh KATTA, Arnold ESTRADA, Meagan OGLESBY, Giles CABE, Mehmet CILINGIROGLU
  • INDIRECTLY HEATED CAPILLARY AEROSOL GENERATOR
    Publication number: 20190133196
    Abstract: An indirectly heated capillary aerosol generator comprises a capillary tube adapted to form an aerosol when liquid material in the capillary tube is heated to volatilize at least some of the liquid material therein and a thermally conductive material in thermal contact with the capillary tube. The indirectly heated capillary aerosol generator provides substantially even and uniform heating across the heated length of the capillary tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2018
    Publication date: May 9, 2019
    Applicant: Philip Morris USA Inc.
    Inventors: Marc D. Belcastro, Jeffrey A. Swepston
  • Controlled motion system having an improved track configuration
    Patent number: 10273094
    Abstract: A transport system comprising linear motor modules utilized both straight and curved track modules, with movers displaced on the track modules by control of power applied to coils of the modules. Curved track modules have modified spline geometries to provide desired acceleration and jerk characteristics. The modified spline geometries may be defined by more than one generators, such as an equation generator and a spline fit between the equation-generated segment and one or more constrained points or locations. The curved track modules may be divided into 180 degree modules, or may be reduced to 90 degree, 45 degree or other fractional arcs to provide for modular assembly, mirror-image geometries and motion profiles, and the like. The system may be adapted to provide improved motion characteristics based on modification of a conventional spline geometry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: Rockwell Automation, Inc.
    Inventors: Glen C. Wernersbach, Marc D. Koeppel, Keith G. Jacobs
  • CONCURRENT LEVELING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20190111753
    Abstract: A concurrent leveling system includes a pressurized air source. A manifold block, having a body defining an air feed inlet, is disposed between air springs and the pressurized air source. The body includes front and rear suspension valves. Each of the suspension valves defines a suspension valve orifice having a first predetermined diameter. The body includes at least one restrictor valve parallel to and in fluid communication with the front suspension valves. The at least one restrictor valve includes a first check valve and a first blocker valve orifice defining a first orifice diameter. The first check valve and the first blocker valve orifice are disposed parallel to one another and in series with the front suspension valves and in fluid communication with the air feed inlet and the front suspension valves for reducing fluid back flow to allow the vehicle to be lowered in nominal loading conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2018
    Publication date: April 18, 2019
    Inventors: David Fredrick Reuter, Daniel Norbert Borgemenke, Bryan P. Riddiford, Brian Marc D'Amico, Laurene Marie Dowe, Martin H. Seim