Patents by Inventor Martin T. Steele
Martin T. Steele 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: 10661077Abstract: A method of making a therapy delivery element configured for at least partial insertion in a living body is disclosed. A conductor structure is coiled around a mandrel. A segment of the conductor structure is secured to the mandrel. After this, an outer tubular structure is positioned around the conductor structure. Portions of the conductor structure that are not secured are free to expand to an inside surface of the outer tubular structure. A lumen is formed by removing at least a portion of the mandrel.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2016Date of Patent: May 26, 2020Assignee: NUVECTRA CORPORATIONInventors: Shahn S. Sage, Tom Walch, Martin T. Steele, Sr., John Swoyer
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Publication number: 20160331955Abstract: A method of making a therapy delivery element configured for at least partial insertion in a living body is disclosed. A conductor structure is coiled around a mandrel. A segment of the conductor structure is secured to the mandrel. After this, an outer tubular structure is positioned around the conductor structure. Portions of the conductor structure that are not secured are free to expand to an inside surface of the outer tubular structure. A lumen is formed by removing at least a portion of the mandrel.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2016Publication date: November 17, 2016Inventors: SHAHN S. SAGE, Tom Walch, Martin T. Steele, John Swoyer
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Patent number: 9427571Abstract: An implantable biomedical conductor assembly is configured for at least partial insertion in a living body. The implantable conductor assembly includes an inner tubular structure and an outer tubular structure generally surrounding the inner tubular structures such that a gap of less than about 0.030 inches exists there between. A dynamic coil is located in the gap. The dynamic coil includes a plurality of insulated conductors that are coiled generally at or below a yield point. The insulated conductors are permitted to expand within the gap to engage an inner surface of the outer tubular structure in an expanded coiled configuration. At least one mechanical restraint at each of a distal end and a proximal end retains the dynamic coil in the tubular structures. Free ends of the insulated conductors extend beyond the proximal and distal ends to facilitate attachment to electrodes and connectors.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2012Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: Nuvectra CorporationInventors: Shahn S. Sage, Tom Walch, Martin T. Steele, Sr., John Swoyer
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Publication number: 20140005599Abstract: An implantable biomedical conductor assembly is configured for at least partial insertion in a living body. The implantable conductor assembly includes an inner tubular structure and an outer tubular structure generally surrounding the inner tubular structures such that a gap of less than about 0.030 inches exists there between. A dynamic coil is located in the gap. The dynamic coil includes a plurality of insulated conductors that are coiled generally at or below a yield point. The insulated conductors are permitted to expand within the gap to engage an inner surface of the outer tubular structure in an expanded coiled configuration. At least one mechanical restraint at each of a distal end and a proximal end retains the dynamic coil in the tubular structures. Free ends of the insulated conductors extend beyond the proximal and distal ends to facilitate attachment to electrodes and connectors.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2012Publication date: January 2, 2014Applicant: GREATBATCH LTD.Inventors: SHAHN S. SAGE, Tom Walch, Martin T. Steele, SR., John Swoyer
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Patent number: 7976457Abstract: An adapter is provided for holding a rear tip extender onto the cylinder of a penile prosthesis or onto another rear tip extender.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2010Date of Patent: July 12, 2011Assignee: Coloplast A/SInventor: Martin T. Steele, Sr.
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Publication number: 20100121137Abstract: An adapter is provided for holding a rear tip extender onto the cylinder of a penile prosthesis or onto another rear tip extender.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 18, 2010Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: COLOPLAST A/SInventor: Martin T. Steele, SR.
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Patent number: 7648456Abstract: An adapter for holding a rear tip extender onto the cylinder of a penile prosthesis or onto another rear tip extender is described herein.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2005Date of Patent: January 19, 2010Assignee: Coloplast A/SInventor: Martin T. Steele, Sr.
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Patent number: 6682471Abstract: An apparatus is described that efficiently resupplies radioactive seeds to a brachytherapy applicator. A seed-holding system includes a holder and a transfer device. The holder, which may be disposable, stores the radioactive seeds and the transfer device, which may be reusable, helps shield and dispense the seeds. The holder is coupled to the transfer device, and the apparatus is mated to an applicator. After seeds have been dispensed, the apparatus may be disconnected from the applicator and the empty holder may be ejected from the transfer device, and replaced with a full holder.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2002Date of Patent: January 27, 2004Assignee: Mentor CorporationInventors: Martin T. Steele, Sr., Scott Henderson, Joseph Harms, Charles R. Pitman
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Patent number: 6639237Abstract: The invention relates to brachytherapy devices, methods for making brachytherapy devices, and methods for using brachytherapy devices. For example, the invention provides brachytherapy devices such as staging-sterilization devices and insert devices that can be used in various brachytherapy procedures.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2001Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Assignee: Mentor CorporationInventors: Laust Pedersen, Jerry Barber, Ronald Crouther, Dennis Femrite, Scott Henderson, Charles Pitman, Martin T. Steele, Sr.
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Patent number: 6572527Abstract: An apparatus is described that efficiently resupplies radioactive seeds to a brachytherapy applicator. A seed-holding system includes a holder and a transfer device. The holder, which may be disposable, stores the radioactive seeds and the transfer device, which may be reusable, helps shield and dispense the seeds. The holder is coupled to the transfer device, and the apparatus is mated to an applicator. After seeds have been dispensed, the apparatus may be disconnected from the applicator and the empty holder may be ejected from the transfer device, and replaced with a full holder.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2001Date of Patent: June 3, 2003Assignee: Mentor CorporationInventors: Martin T. Steele, Sr., Scott Henderson, Joseph Harms
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Publication number: 20030088143Abstract: The invention relates to brachytherapy devices, methods for making brachytherapy devices, and methods for using brachytherapy devices. For example, the invention provides brachytherapy devices such as staging-sterilization devices and insert devices that can be used in various brachytherapy procedures.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2001Publication date: May 8, 2003Inventors: Laust Pedersen, Jerry Barber, Ronald Crouther, Dennis Femrite, Scott Henderson, Charles Pitman, Martin T. Steele
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Publication number: 20030028068Abstract: An apparatus is described that efficiently resupplies radioactive seeds to a brachytherapy applicator. A seed-holding system includes a holder and a transfer device. The holder, which may be disposable, stores the radioactive seeds and the transfer device, which may be reusable, helps shield and dispense the seeds. The holder is coupled to the transfer device, and the apparatus is mated to an applicator. After seeds have been dispensed, the apparatus may be disconnected from the applicator and the empty holder may be ejected from the transfer device, and replaced with a full holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2002Publication date: February 6, 2003Applicant: Mentor Corporation, a California corporationInventors: Martin T. Steele, Scott Henderson, Joseph Harms
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Publication number: 20020120174Abstract: An apparatus is described that efficiently resupplies radioactive seeds to a brachytherapy applicator. A seed-holding system includes a holder and a transfer device. The holder, which may be disposable, stores the radioactive seeds and the transfer device, which may be reusable, helps shield and dispense the seeds. The holder is coupled to the transfer device, and the apparatus is mated to an applicator. After seeds have been dispensed, the apparatus may be disconnected from the applicator and the empty holder may be ejected from the transfer device, and replaced with a full holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventors: Martin T. Steele, Scott Henderson, Joseph Harms
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Patent number: 5895424Abstract: A method and apparatus comprising placing a visual indicator such as a stripe or series of markings on the tubing connecting the various components of a penile prosthesis to evidence the proper linear alignment of the tubing, and counter-rotating those components prior to or during implantation to achieve or maintain proper alignment of the components and thus prevent or remove any torque on the tubing that would cause tears or separations at the junction points. A tactile indicator may be used in addition to or in place of the visual indicator.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 1996Date of Patent: April 20, 1999Assignee: Mentor CorporationInventors: Martin T. Steele, Sr., Timothy B. Petrick, Michael J. Daugherty