Patents by Inventor Michael Caton

Michael Caton 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: 20240315841
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes devices, systems, and methods for intravascularly delivering an implantable device to a targeted anatomical site such as the mitral annulus. A delivery system includes a delivery member coupled to a handle assembly and extending distally from the handle assembly. A delivery catheter is concentrically positioned within an outer member and configured to advance the intravascular device relative to the outer member. The delivery catheter includes a distal can structure configured to house at least a portion of the intravascular device in a compressed, pre-deployed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Randolf von Oepen, Hugo A. Cobar, Francisco Valencia, Russell Patrick Shelton, Henry Thek Chan, Evelyn N. Haynes, Kim Lela Hayenga, Curtis James Caton, Gregory Matthew Hyde, Austin Michael Sherman, Gabriel H. Monteon
  • Patent number: 12036119
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes devices, systems, and methods for intravascularly delivering an implantable device to a targeted anatomical site such as the mitral annulus. A delivery system includes a delivery member coupled to a handle assembly and extending distally from the handle assembly. A delivery catheter is concentrically positioned within an outer member and configured to advance the intravascular device relative to the outer member. The delivery catheter includes a distal can structure configured to house at least a portion of the intravascular device in a compressed, pre-deployed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Cephea Valve Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Randolf von Oepen, Hugo A. Cobar, Francisco Valencia, Russell Patrick Shelton, Henry Thek Chan, Evelyn N. Haynes, Kim Lela Hayenga, Curtis James Caton, Gregory Matthew Hyde, Austin Michael Sherman, Gabriel H. Monteon
  • Patent number: 11620658
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: PROOF AUTHENTICATION CORPORATION
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, David Wicker, Nicole Acton, Jaeson Caulley
  • Publication number: 20200357002
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2020
    Publication date: November 12, 2020
    Applicant: Document Security Systems Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, David Wicker, Nicole Acton, Jaeson Caulley
  • Patent number: 10552846
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, David Wicker, Nicole Acton, Jaeson Caulley
  • Patent number: 9390460
    Abstract: A system for dynamically generating a digital image comprising a security feature for a document. The system includes a processor 222 configured to receive data indicative of a security feature to be embedded in the document. The processor 222 generates a digital image having content at least partially specified by the received data. The processor 222 transmits a signal indicative of the generated digital image. The generated digital image has a foreground and a background, at least one of which includes a line screen pattern. The foreground and the background of the digital image are configured such that a scanned reproduction of an original printed version of the digital image is reproduced in an altered form relative to the original printed version.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2016
    Assignee: Document Security Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, David Wicker, Patrick White, Michael Roy, Timothy Trueblood
  • Patent number: 9311583
    Abstract: A copy protection system for barcode includes a barcode pattern that is printed together with a security pattern that includes a line screen that intersects elements of the barcode pattern. A difference in print density between the barcode elements and the security pattern is sufficient to allow the barcode pattern to be read by a barcode scanner. However, upon reproduction of the printed barcode pattern and security pattern by a copier, the barcode pattern is not similarly readable on the resulting reproduction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: Document Security Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicole Acton, Michael Caton, Patrick White, David Wicker
  • Patent number: 9171347
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2015
    Assignee: Document Security Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, Timothy Trueblood, Patrick White, David Wicker
  • Publication number: 20150302421
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2015
    Publication date: October 22, 2015
    Applicant: Document Security Systems Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, David Wicker, Nicole Acton, Jaeson Caulley
  • Publication number: 20140369569
    Abstract: A document includes an authenticity-indicating feature configured such that a reproduction of the document renders the printed feature visually distinctive from an original rendering of the document. The printed feature includes printed elements arranged on the substrate in a latent image region and a background region. The printed elements in the latent image region include a plurality of regularly spaced printed shapes arranged with a spatial frequency less than about 50 per inch. The printed elements are printed with a carbon-based ink, toner, or dye, and separated from one another by contrasting regions that do not include the carbon-based ink, toner, or dye. The printed elements in the background region are at least partially surrounded by the latent image region such that, in the original rendering of the document, the plurality of regularly spaced printed shapes is not readily distinguishable from the background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: David Wicker, Michael Caton, Nicole Acton
  • Publication number: 20140355069
    Abstract: A system for dynamically generating a digital image comprising a security feature for a document. The system includes a processor 222 configured to receive data indicative of a security feature to be embedded in the document. The processor 222 generates a digital image having content at least partially specified by the received data. The processor 222 transmits a signal indicative of the generated digital image. The generated digital image has a foreground and a background, at least one of which includes a line screen pattern. The foreground and the background of the digital image are configured such that a scanned reproduction of an original printed version of the digital image is reproduced in an altered form relative to the original printed version.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Applicant: Document Security Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, David Wicker, Patrick White, Michael Roy, Timothy Trueblood
  • Publication number: 20140105449
    Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Caton, Michael Roy, Timothy Trueblood, Patrick White, David Wicker
  • Publication number: 20130300101
    Abstract: An anti-counterfeit feature for a multi-layer document or plastic laminated card is provided according to some embodiments. The laminated card can include an embedded layer including a radio frequency radiation absorbing or deflecting material. The card can be authenticated by detecting an absence or a modification of a radio frequency signal due to the card interfering with a radiation source. The laminated card can also include a pattern of perforations passing partially or fully through one or more layers of the card so as to produce an effect similar to a watermark in the assembled laminated card by giving the card a modified transparency in a pattern associated with the pattern of perforations. The card can be authenticated by observing a pattern of light through the perforations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Inventors: David Wicker, Kenneth Wicker, Michael Caton, Gary Andrechak, Jaeson Caulley, Michael Caulley, Phieu Luong
  • Publication number: 20130262333
    Abstract: A method for authenticating an identity of a test taker is provided. An online registration portal allows test takers to enter registration information including an uploaded picture. The registration information is sent to a trusted verifier, such as a school administrator or teacher, who verifies the picture matches the registration information. A secured registration ticket is then generated that includes the picture and one or more embedded security features. The registration ticket is mailed to the student in a tamper-evident enclosure with instructions to present the sealed mailer at the testing site for admission. The test proctors then unseal the registration document and confirm the authenticity of the registration ticket and that the person seeking entry matches the verified photo on the ticket before allowing entry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: David Wicker, Michael Caton, Michael Roy, Timothy Trueblood, David Reitano, Nicole Acton
  • Publication number: 20080048433
    Abstract: A verifiable/copy-protected document features a combination of nearly identical line-screen patterns for embedding latent images within visually integrated settings. The latent images can be detected for purposes of verification with a matching viewer but are indistinguishable from their visually integrated settings under ordinary viewing conditions. The line-screen patterns, which can be incorporated into document artwork, are printed at certain combinations of line frequencies and print densities so that the line-screen patterns digitally reproduce as a largely undifferentiated solid tint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2007
    Publication date: February 28, 2008
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Wicker, David Wicker, Michael Caton
  • Publication number: 20080018097
    Abstract: Laminate document include line screen patterns for authenticating the documents. The line screen patterns can hide information in the documents that can be revealed by a viewer. Print densities of the line screen patterns can be adjusted to compensate for effects associated with lamination. A built-in viewer can be spaced from the line patterns to shift image intensity or color through rapid cycles of moire interference with changes in viewing angle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2007
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth Wicker, Michael Caton, Michael Caulley, Jaeson Caulley
  • Publication number: 20070267865
    Abstract: A document and a related viewer for the document are constructed as image files capable of transmission to a printing site. The document file contains information for printing a document having hidden security indicia, and the viewer file contains information for printing a document viewer having a decrypting portion for revealing the hidden security indicia in the document.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2007
    Publication date: November 22, 2007
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: David Wicker, Michael Caton
  • Publication number: 20070257977
    Abstract: Copy protections are incorporated into print media by embedding a plurality of latent images formed by different line-screen patterns within a visually integrated setting formed by another different line-screen pattern. The different line-screen patterns of the latent images have line frequencies empirically selected so that upon reproduction at least one of the latent images is rendered more readily discernable to the unaided eye. A masking design formed by another line-screen pattern overlies both the latent images and the visually integrated setting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2007
    Publication date: November 8, 2007
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: David Wicker, Michael Caton
  • Publication number: 20070248364
    Abstract: A latent image is incorporated into an apparent solid-color background for representing a desired solid-color background having a target color. An underlying solid-color background is printed on a print medium using a first color composition that differs from the target color. Line-screen patterns embedding a latent image in a visually integrated setting are printed over the solid-color background using a second color composition that differs from both the first color composition and the target color. The visual characteristics of the line-screen patterns forming the latent image and the visually integrated setting are matched for rendering the latent image practically indistinguishable from the visually integrated setting without a visual aid. The print densities of the line-screen patterns and the first and second color compositions are interrelated so that the line-screen patterns in combination with the underlying solid-color background produce the apparent solid-color background in the target color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2007
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Applicant: Document Security Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: David WICKER, Michael CATON
  • Publication number: 20070241554
    Abstract: A security image embedded in an original printed document survives a conversion process into an image replacement document in binary image form having a commercial equivalency with the original printed document. The security image is embedded in a background at an approximately common visual density with the background so that the security image is at least partially indistinguishable from the background to the naked eye. Print elements of the security image are arranged differently than the print elements of the background and both are further arranged so that that upon conversion into the image replacement document in binary image form, the security image survives and the background drops out.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2007
    Publication date: October 18, 2007
    Applicant: DOCUMENT SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Wicker, David Wicker, Michael Caton