Patents by Inventor Michael Atlas

Michael Atlas 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).

  • Publication number: 20180193603
    Abstract: A system for controlling a hemostasis valve includes a hemostasis valve having a body portion having a proximal end, a distal end and a lumen extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The hemostasis value further includes at least one valve positioned in the proximal end of the body portion and an engagement member operatively coupled to the at least one valve. The system further includes a first drive member coupled to the engagement member and a controller coupled to the first drive member. The controller is configured to control the first drive member to impart movement to the engagement member to open and close the at least one valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2018
    Publication date: July 12, 2018
    Applicant: Corindus, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Falb, Adam Young, Kevin Bagley, Erin-Anne Lemieux, Christopher Labak, Steven J. Blacker, Michael Atlas
  • Publication number: 20180125372
    Abstract: An imaging system for a patient comprises an imaging probe. The imaging probe comprises: an elongate shaft for insertion into the patient and comprising a proximal end, a distal portion, and a lumen extending between the proximal end and the distal portion; a rotatable optical core comprising a proximal end and a distal end, the rotatable optical core configured to optically and mechanically connect with an interface unit; a probe connector positioned on the elongate shaft proximal end and surrounding at least a portion of the rotatable optical core and an optical assembly positioned in the elongate shaft distal portion and proximate the rotatable optical core distal end, the optical assembly configured to direct light to tissue and collect reflected light from the tissue. A shear-thinning fluid can be provided between the elongate shaft and the rotatable optical core, such as to reduce undesired rotational variations of the rotatable optical core.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2016
    Publication date: May 10, 2018
    Inventors: Christopher Petroff, Michael Atlas, David Kolstad, Christopher Petersen, Nareak Douk, J. Christopher Flaherty
  • Publication number: 20160271368
    Abstract: A robotic catheter system includes a base and a robotic mechanism having a longitudinal axis and being movable relative to the base along the longitudinal axis. A flexible track is releasably secured to the base and includes an outer surface having a longitudinal opening slit extending therethrough to an inner channel. A rigid guide has a non-linear portion fixed relative to the robotic mechanism. A portion of the flexible track moves along the non-linear portion of the rigid guide away from the longitudinal axis when the robotic mechanism moves along the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2014
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Applicant: Corindus, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Falb, Adam Young, Kevin Bagley, Erin-Anne Lemieux, Christopher Labak, Steven J. Blacker, Michael Atlas
  • Publication number: 20140142436
    Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to one or more rotatable elements and one or more stationary element such that the elements are arranged along a common axis of rotation co-linear with or substantially parallel to an optical path. The optical path is a portion of a sample arm of an interferometer. Further, the rotatable and stationary elements are configured to couple electrical signals and optical signals between a data collection probe and an interface unit or other component of an imaging system. In one embodiment, the data collection probe is a combination ultrasound and OCT probe. In one aspect, the invention relates to a rotary joint in which the optical fiber and a fiber optic rotary joint lie in the center of one or more conductive elements of an electrical rotary joint which are annularly disposed around one or both of the optical fiber and optical rotary joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2013
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventors: Christopher Hutchins, Michael Atlas, Alexander Ship
  • Publication number: 20140142432
    Abstract: In part, the invention relates to a probe suitable for use with image data collection system. The probe, in one embodiment, includes an optical transceiver, such as a beam director, and an acoustic transceiver such as an ultrasound transducer. The optical transceiver is in optical communication with an optical fiber in optical communication with a beam director configured to transmit light and receive scattered light from a sample such as a wall of a blood vessel. The acoustic transceiver includes an ultrasound device or subsystem such as a piezoelectric element configured to generate acoustic waves and receive reflected acoustic waves from the sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2013
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventors: Christopher Hutchins, Michael Atlas, Terrence Barnes
  • Patent number: 7848791
    Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to an imaging probe. The imaging probe includes an elongate body having a proximal end and distal end, the elongate body adapted to enclose a portion of a slidable optical fiber, the optical fiber having a longitudinal axis; and a first optical assembly attached to a distal end of the fiber. The first optical assembly includes a beam director adapted to direct light emitted from the fiber to a plane at a predetermined angle to the longitudinal axis, a linear actuator disposed at the proximal portion of the elongated body, the actuator adapted to affect relative linear motion between the elongate body and the optical fiber; and a second optical assembly located at the distal portion of the elongate body and attached thereto, the second optical assembly comprising a reflector in optical communication with the first optical assembly, the reflector adapted to direct the light to a position distal to the elongate body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: LightLab Imaging, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph M. Schmitt, Amanda Koski, Michael Atlas, Christopher Petersen
  • Publication number: 20100076320
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention provides a method of flushing a lumen of interest having a first diameter and a lumen wall. The method can include the steps of selecting a flush solution such that the flush solution lowers a fluid removal rate of a plurality of terminating lumens, the terminating lumens branching from and in fluid communication with the lumen of interest, at least one of the terminating lumens having a second diameter, the second diameter smaller than the first diameter; flushing the lumen with the flush solution; and collecting optical tomography scan data relative to a portion of the lumen wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2009
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Applicant: LIGHTLAB IMAGING, LLC
    Inventors: Christopher L. Petersen, Michael Atlas, Christopher Petroff
  • Patent number: 7625366
    Abstract: A flush catheter is provided which is configured to be introduced into an orifice to create a flush zone therein. The flush catheter includes a catheter body having an inner cavity, the inner cavity being configured to communicate with a source of flush solution, one or more openings configured to expel therethrough flush solution, and a sheath at least partially covering the one or more openings, wherein when flush solution is expelled through the one or more openings, the flush solution is directed by the sheath to flow along an outer surface of the catheter body, thereby creating a flush zone along a length of the outer surface of the catheter body. The flush catheter may be used in combination with an image catheter/probe such as an image catheter/probe utilized in OCT imaging systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Assignee: Lightlab Imaging, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Atlas
  • Publication number: 20090118825
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing mitral regurgitation. The apparatus is inserted into the coronary sinus of a patient in the vicinity of the posterior leaflet of the mitral valve, the apparatus being adapted to straighten the natural curvature of at least a portion of the coronary sinus in the vicinity of the posterior leaflet of the mitral valve, whereby to move the posterior annulus anteriorly and thereby improve leaflet coaptation and reduce mitral regurgitation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2008
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventors: Jonathan Rourke, Michael Atlas, Steve Blacker, Terry Barnes, Francis Gurrie, Christopher Hutchins
  • Publication number: 20070260198
    Abstract: A flush catheter is provided which is configured to be introduced into an orifice to create a flush zone therein. The flush catheter includes a catheter body having an inner cavity, the inner cavity being configured to communicate with a source of flush solution, one or more openings configured to expel therethrough flush solution, and a sheath at least partially covering the one or more openings, wherein when flush solution is expelled through the one or more openings, the flush solution is directed by the sheath to flow along an outer surface of the catheter body, thereby creating a flush zone along a length of the outer surface of the catheter body. The flush catheter may be used in combination with an image catheter/probe such as an image catheter/probe utilized in OCT imaging systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2007
    Publication date: November 8, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Atlas
  • Patent number: 7241286
    Abstract: A flush catheter is provided which is configured to be introduced into an orifice to create a flush zone therein. The flush catheter includes a catheter body having an inner cavity, the inner cavity being configured to communicate with a source of flush solution, one or more openings configured to expel therethrough flush solution, and a sheath at least partially covering the one or more openings, wherein when flush solution is expelled through the one or more openings, the flush solution is directed by the sheath to flow along an outer surface of the catheter body, thereby creating a flush zone along a length of the outer surface of the catheter body. The flush catheter may be used in combination with an image catheter/probe such as an image catheter/probe utilized in OCT imaging systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2007
    Assignee: Lightlab Imaging, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Atlas
  • Publication number: 20060241503
    Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to an imaging probe. The imaging probe includes an elongate body having a proximal end and distal end, the elongate body adapted to enclose a portion of a slidable optical fiber, the optical fiber having a longitudinal axis; and a first optical assembly attached to a distal end of the fiber. The first optical assembly includes a beam director adapted to direct light emitted from the fiber to a plane at a predetermined angle to the longitudinal axis, a linear actuator disposed at the proximal portion of the elongated body, the actuator adapted to affect relative linear motion between the elongate body and the optical fiber; and a second optical assembly located at the distal portion of the elongate body and attached thereto, the second optical assembly comprising a reflector in optical communication with the first optical assembly, the reflector adapted to direct the light to a position distal to the elongate body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2006
    Publication date: October 26, 2006
    Applicant: LightLab Imaging, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Schmitt, Amanda Koski, Michael Atlas, Christopher Petersen
  • Publication number: 20050201662
    Abstract: Optical probes having a diameter less than substantially 500 ?m for use in scanning light from a long, highly flexible fiber to a sample. In one embodiment the probe includes a viscous damping fluid suitable to prevent non-uniform rotational distortion (NURD).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2005
    Publication date: September 15, 2005
    Inventors: Christopher Petersen, Edward McNamara, Ronald Lamport, Michael Atlas, Joseph Schmitt, Eric Swanson, Paul Magnin
  • Patent number: 6891984
    Abstract: Optical probes having a diameter less than substantially 500 ?m for use in scanning light from a long, highly flexible fiber to a sample. In one embodiment the probe includes a viscous damping fluid suitable to prevent non-uniform rotational distortion (NURD).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2005
    Assignee: LightLab Imaging, LLC
    Inventors: Christopher L. Petersen, Edward I. McNamara, Ronald B. Lamport, Michael Atlas, Joseph M. Schmitt, Paul Magnin, Eric A. Swanson
  • Publication number: 20040215166
    Abstract: A flush catheter is provided which is configured to be introduced into an orifice to create a flush zone therein. The flush catheter includes a catheter body having an inner cavity, the inner cavity being configured to communicate with a source of flush solution, one or more openings configured to expel therethrough flush solution, and a sheath at least partially covering the one or more openings, wherein when flush solution is expelled through the one or more openings, the flush solution is directed by the sheath to flow along an outer surface of the catheter body, thereby creating a flush zone along a length of the outer surface of the catheter body. The flush catheter may be used in combination with an image catheter/probe such as an image catheter/probe utilized in OCT imaging systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2003
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Atlas
  • Publication number: 20040017961
    Abstract: Optical probes having a diameter less than substantially 500 &mgr;m for use in scanning light from a long, highly flexible fiber to a sample. In one embodiment the probe includes a viscous damping fluid suitable to prevent non-uniform rotational distortion (NURD).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2002
    Publication date: January 29, 2004
    Inventors: Christopher L. Petersen, Edward I. McNamara, Ronald B. Lamport, Michael Atlas, Joseph M. Schmitt, Paul Magnin, Eric A. Swanson
  • Patent number: 6139496
    Abstract: An ultrasonic imaging system having an electronic control and signal processing circuit section interconnected with an improved probe assembly suitable for use in varied applications of ultrasonic imaging, especially in medicine, and in other fields of use. The probe assembly indudes an operator interface and a sensor head, both of which are structurally integrated within a compact housing according to a predetermined spatial relationship, such that an operator can position the probe assembly so as to locate the display adjacent the physical structure that is subject to isonification while simultaneously viewing, on the operator interface, an ultrasonic image of the physical structure. The ultrasonic image is thereby considered to be observable through an "acoustic window" that is implemented in the view provided in the operator interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2000
    Assignee: Agilent Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: James N C Chen, Michael Atlas
  • Patent number: 4653794
    Abstract: A universal gripper particularly adapted for handling parts such as axial leaded electronic components. The gripper includes a pair of jaws with depending fingers mounted on a baseplate for linear motion equally about the centerline of the baseplate. A long stroke cylinder is mounted between the jaws and is adapted for opening and closing the gripping fingers through a relatively long stroke. A short stroke cylinder is affixed to one of the jaws and includes a yoke portion extending to the other jaw. Locking apparatus is provided for selectively locking the yoke portion to the other jaw. When the locking apparatus is activated, the short stroke cylinder opens and closes the fingers through a relatively short stroke. In this way, electronic components can be handled without crushing the leads. Because of the provision of the short stroke cylinder, the disclosed gripper can be used in tight areas. A center push cylinder is provided for ejecting parts from the gripping fingers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 1986
    Date of Patent: March 31, 1987
    Assignee: Northrop Corporation
    Inventor: Michael Atlas