Patents by Inventor Mark A. Wood

Mark A. Wood 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).

  • Electrosurgical device and system
    Patent number: 9033975
    Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure include devices and systems for using an end effector. In an embodiment, a medical device may include an articulation section. The articulation section may be operatively associated with an elongate articulation member configured to move the articulation section, wherein the articulation section can be configured to receive part of a conductive member. The medical device may also include an end effector. The end effector may include an electrode and a non-conductive section encasing a junction between the electrode and the conductive member, wherein the non-conductive section can be moveably coupled to the articulation section and can be fixedly coupled to the elongate articulation member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Dane Seddon, Sean Fleury, Mark Wood, Peter Dayton
  • Methods and systems for in-process quality control during drill-fill assembly
    Patent number: 9032602
    Abstract: A method for assembling a structure is described. The method includes locating a position in an assembly stack-up where a one-sided fastener is to be installed, drilling a hole through the assembly stack-up at the position, countersinking the hole to a specified depth, operating a calibrated probe to determine at least parameter associated with one or more of the hole and the stack-up proximate the hole, inserting the one-sided fastener into the hole, applying a rotational torque to the one-sided fastener to complete installation of the one-sided fastener, and comparing a measurement of angular displacement required to complete installation of the one-sided fastener to a range of angular displacement indicative of correct installation of the fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventors: Mark A. Woods, John A. Davies, Jr., Edward E. Feikert, John E. Inman, Elizabeth Denise Blahut, Jeffry G. Bickford
  • TRIALKYL CATIONIC LIPIDS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20150064242
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the delivery of therapeutic agents to cells. In particular, these include novel, trialkyl, cationic lipids and nucleic acid-lipid particles that provide efficient encapsulation of nucleic acids and efficient delivery of the encapsulated nucleic acid to cells in vivo. The compositions of the present invention are highly potent, thereby allowing effective knock-down of a specific target protein at relatively low doses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2013
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: James Heyes, Mark Wood, Alan Martin
  • AUDIO/VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20150042813
    Abstract: The preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a system and method for programming and/or charging one or more audio/video devices such that the audio/video devices will be programmed and charged to receive transmitted audio and video signals associated with an event, allowing a user to use the audio/video device to observe the sights and sounds of the event. A preferred embodiment of the present invention includes a cart with a docking port for each of a plurality of personal audio/video devices, a charger configured to charge the power source of each personal audio/video display device, and programming logic configured to program each of the personal audio/video devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: TAZWELL L. ANDERSON, JR., Mark A. Wood, Geoffrey L. Anderson
  • Spiro-oxindole compounds and their use as therapeutic agents
    Patent number: 8916580
    Abstract: This invention is directed to spiro-oxindole compounds, as stereoisomers, enantiomers, tautomers thereof or mixtures thereof; or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or prodrugs thereof, for the treatment and/or prevention of sodium channel-mediated diseases or conditions, such as pain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Inventors: Mikhail Chafeev, Sultan Chowdhury, Lauren Fraser, Jianmin Fu, Jonathan Langille, Shifeng Liu, Jianyu Sun, Shaoyi Sun, Serguei Sviridov, Mark Wood, Alla Yurevna Zenova, Qi Jia, Jean-Jacques Alexandre Cadieux, Simon J. Gauthier, Amy Frances Douglas, Tom Hsieh, Nagasree Chakka, Zoran Cikojevic
  • NUT, WASHER & FASTENER HEAD FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC EFFECT PROTECTION
    Publication number: 20140338179
    Abstract: A fastener system for composite structure providing electromagnetic energy (EME) protection incorporates a fastener having a head with an engagement surface and a shank having a threaded end. A nut is received on the threaded end of the fastener, with the nut also having an engagement surface. At least one of the head engagement surface and the nut engagement surface incorporates a reduced area portion for engagement of a first mating surface or second mating surface, respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2013
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Applicant: The Boeing Company
    Inventors: Richard P. Whitlock, Peter A. Coronado, Sean D. Morden, Julie M. Drexler, Randall A. Rogers, Mark A. Woods, Thomas J. Lowe
  • Medical device positioning system
    Patent number: 8870754
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a medical device for accessing a patient's body portion and used for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. Embodiments of the invention may include a particular endoscopic positioning mechanism for placing an endoscope and an additional treatment device within desired body portions in order to assist in diagnosis and treatment of anatomical diseases and disorders. In particular, a medical device according to an embodiment of the invention may include an outer flexible tube and a positioning mechanism configured for rotating one portion of the flexible tube relative to another portion of the flexible tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Wood, Gary J. Leanna
  • Compositions and methods for silencing apolipoprotein B
    Patent number: 8865675
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the delivery of interfering RNAs such as siRNAs that silence APOB expression in cells such as liver cells. In particular, the nucleic acid-lipid particles provide efficient encapsulation of nucleic acids and efficient delivery of the encapsulated nucleic acid to cells such as liver cells in vivo. The compositions of the present invention are highly potent, thereby allowing effective knock-down of APOB at relatively low doses. In addition, the compositions and methods of the present invention are less toxic and provide a greater therapeutic index compared to compositions and methods previously known in the art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Protiva Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: James Heyes, Mark Wood, Alan Martin, Amy C. H. Lee, Adam Judge, Marjorie Robbins, Ian MacLachlan
  • NOVEL TRIALKYL CATIONIC LIPIDS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20140288146
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the delivery of therapeutic agents to cells. In particular, these include novel cationic lipids and nucleic acid-lipid particles that provide efficient encapsulation of nucleic acids and efficient delivery of the encapsulated nucleic acid to cells in vivo. The compositions of the present invention are highly potent, thereby allowing effective knock-down of a specific target protein at relatively low doses. In addition, the compositions and methods of the present invention are less toxic and provide a greater therapeutic index compared to compositions and methods previously known in the art.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2013
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Applicant: Protiva Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: James Heyes, Mark Wood, Alan Martin
  • IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES FOR REDUCED TISSUE INFLAMMATION
    Publication number: 20140243974
    Abstract: Implantable medical devices and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example implantable medical device may include a stent having a first configuration and a second expanded configuration. The stent may define a plurality of nodes. The stent may have a cover member disposed adjacent the nodes. The cover member may be configured to cover at least some of the nodes when the stent is in the expanded configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: MARK WOOD, DANE T. SEDDON, SEAN FLEURY, DANIEL ROSS, BURNS P. DORAN
  • Compression, Banding and Percutaneous Airway Ligation of Emphysematous Lung Tissue
    Publication number: 20140236185
    Abstract: A lung volume reduction system includes a percutaneously, laparoscopically or thorocospically insertable delivery element comprising a control end which remains outside the body and an insertion end which, when in an operative position, is adjacent to an external surface of a target portion of a lung and a constriction element deployable from the distal end of the delivery element to apply compressive force to an external surface of the target portion of the lung to constrict at least one airway therein and collapse the target portion of the lung.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2014
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Alexandra ROUSSEAU, Mark Wood, Jon T. McIntyre, Claude Clerc, Gary Leanna, Michael S. H. Chu
  • VIDEO/AUDIO SYSTEM AND METHOD ENABLING A USER TO SELECT DIFFERENT VIEWS AND SOUNDS ASSOCIATED WITH AN EVENT
    Publication number: 20140218536
    Abstract: A video/audio system includes an interface device that receives a plurality of audio and video signals from a plurality of sources. The interface device combines these signals into various combinations and transmits the combinations to a receiver. The receiver is configured to interface one of the combinations of signals with a user. In this regard, the receiver allows the user to select one of the combinations, and in response, the receiver separates the video signal(s) of the selected combination from the audio signal(s) of the selected combination. Then, the receiver renders the video signal(s) via a display device and produces a sound defined by the audio signal(s) via a speaker. Accordingly, the user is able to control which set of audio and video signals are interfaced with the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: IMMERSION ENTERTAINMENT, LLC
    Inventors: Tazwell L. Anderson, JR., Mark A. Wood
  • Video/audio system and method enabling a user to select different views and sounds associated with an event
    Patent number: 8732781
    Abstract: A video/audio system includes an interface device that receives a plurality of audio and video signals from a plurality of sources. The interface device combines these signals into various combinations and transmits the combinations to a receiver. The receiver is configured to interface one of the combinations of signals with a user. In this regard, the receiver allows the user to select one of the combinations, and in response, the receiver separates the video signal(s) of the selected combination from the audio signal(s) of the selected combination. Then, the receiver renders the video signal(s) via a display device and produces a sound defined by the audio signal(s) via a speaker. Accordingly, the user is able to control which set of audio and video signals are interfaced with the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Immersion Entertainment, LLC
    Inventors: Tazwell L. Anderson, Jr., Mark A. Wood
  • Compression, banding and percutaneous airway ligation of emphysematous lung tissue
    Patent number: 8728093
    Abstract: A lung volume reduction system includes a percutaneously, laparoscopically or thorocospically insertable delivery element comprising a control end which remains outside the body and an insertion end which, when in an operative position, is adjacent to an external surface of a target portion of a lung and a constriction element deployable from the distal end of the delivery element to apply compressive force to an external surface of the target portion of the lung to constrict at least one airway therein and collapse the target portion of the lung.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Alexandra Rousseau, Mark Wood, Jon T. McIntyre, Claude Clerc, Gary Leanna, Michael S. H. Chu
  • System and method for providing event spectators with audio/video signals pertaining to remote events
    Patent number: 8725064
    Abstract: A system and method for providing content for access by a portable device at an event are provided. The system includes an interface to receive signals from a plurality of sources. The plurality of sources are located at an event and remote from the event. The signals define event content and non-event content. The system further includes a processor for processing the received signals to generate combined signals based upon the received signals from the plurality of sources. The system also includes a transmitter for transmitting to a plurality of portable devices at the event the combined signals. The combined signals are configured to allow a user to select content using the portable device receiving the combined signals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Immersion Entertainment, LLC
    Inventors: Tazwell L. Anderson, Jr., Geoffrey L. Anderson, Mark A Wood, Robert J Kniskern, Todd H Steele
  • Continuous double layered stent for migration resistance
    Patent number: 8663314
    Abstract: The present invention relates to stent structures having improved migration resistance. In particular, the invention relates to mesh stents, such as braided or twisted stent designs, where at least a portion of the stent is folded back over itself to form a multi-layered stent device. Such multi-layered portions provide for migration resistance, among other advantages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Wood, Paul Norton, William Bertolino, F. Anthony Headley, Jr.
  • MEDICAL INSTRUMENT ADAPTOR AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20140046304
    Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure include an adaptor for a medical instrument configured for insertion into a body of a patient. The adaptor may comprise a housing defining an internal recess configured to receive a portion of the medical instrument. The internal recess may further include geometric configurations configured to secure the housing to the medical instrument. The outer configuration of the adaptor may be compatible with a separate medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2013
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Norman MAY, Gary KAPPEL, Sean FLEURY, Mark WOOD
  • Enzymatic preparation of plant fibers
    Patent number: 8603802
    Abstract: A method of extracting fibers from decorticated plant bast skin involves pre-treating decorticated plant bast skin of a fiber plant with an aqueous solution containing trisodium citrate having a pH in a range of about 8-14 at a temperature of about 90° C. or less; and subsequently treating recovered fibers with a protease at alkaline pH.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignee: National Research Council of Canada
    Inventors: Wing L. Sung, Mark Wood, Fang Huang
  • Extraction of hemp fibers
    Patent number: 8591701
    Abstract: A method of extracting hemp fibers from decorticated hemp bast skin involves pre-treating the decorticated hemp bast skin with an aqueous solution containing di-sodium citrate, tri-sodium citrate or a mixture thereof having a pH of from about 6-13 at temperature of about 90° C. or less; and subsequently treating recovered fiber with a enzyme. Determining the extent of completion of a plant fiber degumming process involves treating degummed fiber with a recombinant pectinase expressed in an organism that produces neither cellulose nor xylanase, to release reducing sugar from any residua pectin on the degummed fiber, and, quantifying the released reducing sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: National Research Council of Canada
    Inventors: Wing L. Sung, Mark Wood, Fang Huang
  • Container
    Patent number: D734036
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: Poly Dome Ontario Inc.
    Inventors: Darren VanBuuren, Burton Mark Wood