Patents by Inventor Michael Andreini
Michael Andreini 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: 10307252Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2017Date of Patent: June 4, 2019Assignee: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Publication number: 20170348103Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2017Publication date: December 7, 2017Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Patent number: 9737404Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2013Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Assignee: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Publication number: 20140081077Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2013Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. HJELLE, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Patent number: 8617051Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2012Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Publication number: 20120253112Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2012Publication date: October 4, 2012Applicant: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. HJELLE, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowshi, Bradley Knippel
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Patent number: 8202212Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2009Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Mardil, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Publication number: 20100094080Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2009Publication date: April 15, 2010Applicant: ACORN CARDIOVASCULAR, INC.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Patent number: 7651462Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2006Date of Patent: January 26, 2010Assignee: Acorn Cardiovascular, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Publication number: 20080033234Abstract: An apparatus for placing a cardiac support device (CSD) on a heart. The apparatus includes a body, a deployment mechanism on the body for supporting the CSD in an open position for placement on the heart, and a release mechanism coupled to the deployment mechanism for releasably mounting the CSD to the deployment mechanism. The release mechanism includes a release element for releasably engaging the CSD, and a release actuator coupled to the release element for actuating the release element to release the CSD.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2006Publication date: February 7, 2008Applicant: Acorn Cardiovascular, Inc.Inventors: Aaron J. Hjelle, James Edward Shapland, Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb, Jeffrey Popowski, Bradley Knippel
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Patent number: 6883191Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon. Additionally, bed legs are provided that are configured to mate with contours in the foundation.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2002Date of Patent: April 26, 2005Assignee: Select Comfort CorporationInventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Daniel J. Koughan, Brian C. Beth, Donald J. Smith, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Kevin J. Ward
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Patent number: 6832397Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2003Date of Patent: December 21, 2004Assignee: Select Comfort CorporationInventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Donald J. Smith, Brian C. Beth, Kevin J. Ward
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Publication number: 20040128761Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2003Publication date: July 8, 2004Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Donald J. Smith, Brian C. Beth, Kevin J. Ward
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Patent number: 6623499Abstract: The present invention is a scalpel with a retractable blade which may be advanced or retracted by operation of a slider. The scalpel has multiple operating positions and the physician may conveniently retract the blade by actuating the slider.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2002Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Inventors: Michael Andreini, Dan Titcomb
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Publication number: 20030079284Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon. Additionally, bed legs are provided that are configured to mate with contours in the foundation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2002Publication date: May 1, 2003Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Daniel J. Koughan, Brian C. Beth, Donald J. Smith, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Kevin J. Ward
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Publication number: 20020069462Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2001Publication date: June 13, 2002Inventors: James D. Gaboury, Susan R. Mechache, James E. Gifft, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Jeff` E. Madison, Donald J. Smith, Brian C. Beth, Kevin J. Ward
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Patent number: D502929Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2004Date of Patent: March 15, 2005Assignee: Select Comfort CorporationInventors: David Copeland, Luis Pedraza, Michael Andreini
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Patent number: D444143Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 1999Date of Patent: June 26, 2001Assignee: Telex Communications, Inc.Inventors: Michael Andreini, Michael Carpenter, Hoa Pham, Gregory Wright
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Patent number: D449038Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2000Date of Patent: October 9, 2001Assignee: Telex Communications, Inc.Inventors: Michael Andreini, Hoa Pham, Michael Carpenter
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Patent number: D674405Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2011Date of Patent: January 15, 2013Assignee: Tennant CompanyInventors: Robert J. Guastella, Jeffrey A. Johnson, David J. Copeland, Michael A. Andreini