Patents by Inventor Marcia Fein
Marcia Fein 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: 8639307Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to a sensor with memory. Specifically, one embodiment includes a method of sensor operation, comprising emitting light from a light emitting element of the sensor, detecting the light with a light detecting element of the sensor, storing sensor model identification data within a memory of the sensor, and providing access to the memory to facilitate reading the sensor model identification data with an oximeter monitor.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: January 28, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Adnan Merchant, Charles Porges, David Swedlow, Marcia Fein
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Patent number: 8626256Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to a sensor with memory. Specifically, one embodiment includes a method of sensor operation, comprising emitting light from a light emitting element of the sensor, detecting the light with a light detecting element of the sensor, and providing a manufacturer identification of the sensor stored within a memory of the sensor to an oximeter monitor.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Adnan Merchant, Charles Porges, David Swedlow, Marcia Fein
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Patent number: 8224412Abstract: A memory in a sensor is used to store multiple coefficients for a physiological parameter. In one embodiment, not only are the sensor's specific calibration coefficients stored in a memory in the sensor for the formula to determine oxygen saturation, but multiple sets of coefficients are stored. The multiple sets apply to different ranges of saturation values to provide a better fit to occur by breaking the R to SpO2 relationship up into different pieces, each described by a different function. The different functions can also be according to different formulas for determining oxygen saturation.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2010Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignee: Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLCInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Charles E. Porges
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Patent number: 8185178Abstract: The present invention provides a memory chip for use in an oximeter sensor, or an associated adapter or connector circuit. The memory chip allows the storing of patient related data, such as patient trending data or a patient ID, to provide enhanced capabilities for the oximeter sensor. In addition to providing unique data to store in such a memory, the present invention include unique uses of the data stored in such a memory.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2005Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: David Swedlow, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Paul D. Mannheimer
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Publication number: 20120053431Abstract: A memory in a sensor is used to store multiple coefficients for a physiological parameter. In one embodiment, not only are the sensor's specific calibration coefficients stored in a memory in the sensor for the formula to determine oxygen saturation, but multiple sets of coefficients are stored. The multiple sets apply to different ranges of saturation values to provide a better fit to occur by breaking the R to SpO2 relationship up into different pieces, each described by a different function. The different functions can also be according to different formulas for determining oxygen saturation.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLCInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Charles E. Porges, Marcia Fein
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Patent number: 8112136Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor, comprising a plurality of light emitting elements configured to emit light, a light detector configured to receive the light, and a memory device that stores code to determine which of the plurality of light emitting elements to use to emit the light.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8112137Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to detect the light, and a memory storing values of skin temperature at which a motion signal algorithm can be accurately utilized.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2006Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8095195Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to detect the light, and a memory storing an ambient light value for comparison with a detected ambient light measurement.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2006Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8090425Abstract: The present invention provides a memory chip for use in an oximeter sensor, or an associated adapter or connector circuit. The memory chip allows the storing of patient related data, such as patient trending data or a patient ID, to provide enhanced capabilities for the oximeter sensor. In addition to providing unique data to store in such a memory, the present invention include unique uses of the data stored in such a memory.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2005Date of Patent: January 3, 2012Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: David Swedlow, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Paul D. Mannheimer
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Patent number: 8078247Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor, comprising, a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to receive the light, and a probe configured to contact a patient and provide an indication of whether the oximeter sensor is in contact with the patient based on an impedance measurement.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2006Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8078246Abstract: A memory in a sensor is used to store multiple coefficients for a physiological parameter. In one embodiment, not only are the sensor's specific calibration coefficients stored in a memory in the sensor for the formula to determine oxygen saturation, but multiple sets of coefficients are stored. The multiple sets apply to different ranges of saturation values to provide a better fit to occur by breaking the R to SpO2 relationship up into different pieces, each described by a different function. The different functions can also be according to different formulas for determining oxygen saturation.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2005Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLCInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Charles E. Porges
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Patent number: 8068889Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to a sensor with memory. Specifically, one embodiment includes a method of sensor operation, comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detecting element configured to detect the light, and a memory storing a language code or country code, the memory providing access to an oximeter monitor to read the language code or country code.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: November 29, 2011Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group IPInventors: Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Paul D. Mannheimer, Adnan Merchant, Charles Porges, David Swedlow
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Patent number: 8064974Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to detect the light, a resistor having a resistance value that is detectable by a monitor, and a memory storing a contact resistance value of a connector that is disposed between the monitor and the resistor when the monitor and the oximeter sensor are communicatively coupled.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LPInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8060170Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor, comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to receive the light, and a memory device that stores data comprising drift parameters indicative of changes to operating properties of the oximeter sensor.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: November 15, 2011Assignee: Tyco Healthcare GroupInventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8010173Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor, comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to receive the light, and a pressure switch that is sensitive to pressure present due to placement of the sensor on a patient, the pressure switch having a status indicative of sensor contact with the patient.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: August 30, 2011Assignee: Mallinckrodt Inc.Inventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 8000760Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to detect the light, and a memory storing an optical shunting measurement for the oximeter sensor.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Assignee: Mallinckrodt Inc.Inventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 7983729Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to detect the light a memory storing data, and a changeable encryption key to facilitate scrambling the data to make the data inaccessible to devices that are without an appropriate decryption mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: Mallinckrodt Inc.Inventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 7957781Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to pulse oximetry. Specifically, one embodiment includes an oximeter sensor comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detector configured to receive the light, and an accelerometer configured to detect motion of the oximeter sensor.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2006Date of Patent: June 7, 2011Assignee: Mallinckrodt Inc.Inventors: Paul D. Mannheimer, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative
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Patent number: 7949380Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods that relate to a sensor with memory. Specifically, one embodiment includes a sensor, comprising a light emitting element configured to emit light, a light detecting element configured to detect the light, and a memory storing data corresponding to algorithms used by an oximeter monitor, the memory providing access to the oximeter monitor to read the data.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2006Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Assignee: Mallinckrodt Inc.Inventors: Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, legal representative, Paul D. Mannheimer, Adnan Merchant, Charles Porges, David Swedlow
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Publication number: 20110066015Abstract: The present invention provides a memory chip for use in an oximeter sensor, or an associated adapter or connector circuit. The memory chip allows the storing of patient related data, such as patient trending data or a patient ID, to provide enhanced capabilities for the oximeter sensor. In addition to providing unique data to store in such a memory, the present invention include unique uses of the data stored in such a memory.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Applicant: Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc.Inventors: David Swedlow, Michael E. Fein, Marcia Fein, Paul D Mannheimer