Patents by Inventor Michael D. Ryan

Michael D. Ryan 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).

  • Patent number: 11694788
    Abstract: Systems and methods may use healthcare protocols for use with distributed ledger technology. The healthcare protocols may be used to, among other things, classify event data items as distributed ledger data items such that record of such classified event data items may be stored in a distributed ledger. Further, the healthcare protocols may be modified over time, and record of such modifications may also be stored in a distributed ledger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventors: Timothy D. Paffel, Michael D. Ryan, Jake Schutz, Tracy E. Kootsikas, Kurt R. Smith
  • Publication number: 20210061531
    Abstract: A tamper-evident structure for securing a lid to a container of a carton for holding a food product includes a plurality of panels having a top panel and at least one side panel, and at least one panel of the plurality of panels is for being attached to at least one of the lid and the container of the carton. At least one indicating feature provides indication that the lid has been at least partially removed from the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2020
    Publication date: March 4, 2021
    Inventors: Felicia A. Pinkstone, Michael D. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20190371457
    Abstract: Systems and methods may use healthcare protocols for use with distributed ledger technology. The healthcare protocols may be used to, among other things, classify event data items as distributed ledger data items such that record of such classified event data items may be stored in a distributed ledger. Further, the healthcare protocols may be modified over time, and record of such modifications may also be stored in a distributed ledger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Timothy D. Paffel, Michael D. Ryan, Jake Schutz, Tracy E. Kootsikas, Kurt R. Smith
  • Patent number: 10493794
    Abstract: A system for providing a way for painters to load a roller or brush with paint directly from the can/bucket with reduced dripping, ease of clean-up and storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Inventor: Michael D. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20140158116
    Abstract: This disclosure describes novel compounds and pharmaceutical compositions for inhibiting the TRPA1 ion channel and/or medical conditions related to TRPA1, such as asthma.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Jayhong A. Chong, Scott C. Coleman, Rory Curtis, Donato del Camino, Yu Gui Gu, Qingyi Li, Blaise S. Lippa, Chester A. Metcalf, III, Magdalene M. Moran, Michael D. Ryan, Dong Zou
  • Patent number: 8192332
    Abstract: A rowing machine or rowing machine attachment with an energy absorbing component configured to add responsive and compliant roll, pitch, and yaw motions to the rowing machine. The energy absorbing component is also configured to change shape so as to absorb energy in response to a compressive force by the user. Said energy absorption component returns substantially to its first shape in response to the removal of the compressive force. The energy-absorbing apparatus is configured to reduce a reaction force exerted on the user of the rowing machine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: Blackstone Automation, LLC
    Inventors: David Gardner Baker, Patrick Michael Guida, Laurie A. Smith, Michael D. Ryan
  • Patent number: 8002171
    Abstract: A package having a dispenser with reclosable features. The package has a reclosable flap that is positionable between an open position for accessing products within the package and a closed position preventing access to products within the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. Ryan, Angela E. Learn, Felicia A. Pinkstone
  • Patent number: 7882952
    Abstract: A method for applying a heat shrinkable film to a carton for forming a shape of the carton is provided. The carton includes a top panel, a bottom panel, at least one side panel extending between the top panel and the bottom panel, and a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The method includes providing a heat-shrinkable but unshrunken film, wrapping the film in an unheated condition around at least a portion of the carton including at least a portion of the movable section of the carton, and moving the movable section from the first position to the second position to form a shape of the carton by heating the heat-shrinkable film to shrink the heat-shrinkable film into contact with at least a portion of the movable section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20100224526
    Abstract: A method for applying a heat shrinkable film to a carton for forming a shape of the carton is provided. The carton includes a top panel, a bottom panel, at least one side panel extending between the top panel and the bottom panel, and a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The method includes providing a heat-shrinkable but unshrunken film, wrapping the film in an unheated condition around at least a portion of the carton including at least a portion of the movable section of the carton, and moving the movable section from the first position to the second position to form a shape of the carton by heating the heat-shrinkable film to shrink the heat-shrinkable film into contact with at least a portion of the movable section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2010
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20100190615
    Abstract: An exercise device or exercise device attachment with an energy absorbing component configured to change shape so as to absorb energy in response to a compressive force by the user. Said energy absorption component returns substantially to its first shape in response to the removal of the compressive force. The energy-absorbing apparatus is configured to reduce a reaction force exerted on the user of said exercise equipment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2009
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Applicant: Accelerate Inc.
    Inventors: David Gardner Baker, Patrick Michael Guida, Laurie A. Smith, Michael D. Ryan
  • Patent number: 7752827
    Abstract: A method for applying a heat shrinkable film to a carton for forming a shape of the carton is provided. The carton includes a top panel, a bottom panel, at least one side panel extending between the top panel and the bottom panel, and a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The method includes providing a heat-shrinkable but unshrunken film, wrapping the film in an unheated condition around at least a portion of the carton including at least a portion of the movable section of the carton, and moving the movable section from the first position to the second position to form a shape of the carton by heating the heat-shrinkable film to shrink the heat-shrinkable film into contact with at least a portion of the movable section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20100019022
    Abstract: A package having a dispenser with recloseable features. The package has a recloseable flap that is positionable between an open position for accessing products within the package and a closed position preventing access to products within the package.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. Ryan, Angela E. Learn, Felicia A. Pinkstone
  • Publication number: 20080263998
    Abstract: A method for applying a heat shrinkable film to a carton for forming a shape of the carton is provided. The carton includes a top panel, a bottom panel, at least one side panel extending between the top panel and the bottom panel, and a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The method includes providing a heat-shrinkable but unshrunken film, wrapping the film in an unheated condition around at least a portion of the carton including at least a portion of the movable section of the carton, and moving the movable section from the first position to the second position to form a shape of the carton by heating the heat-shrinkable film to shrink the heat-shrinkable film into contact with at least a portion of the movable section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2008
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Patent number: 7398632
    Abstract: A method for applying a heat shrinkable film to a carton for forming a shape of the carton is provided. The carton includes a top panel, a bottom panel, at least one side panel extending between the top panel and the bottom panel, and a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The method includes providing a heat-shrinkable but unshrunken film, wrapping the film in an unheated condition around at least a portion of the carton including at least a portion of the movable section of the carton, and moving the movable section from the first position to the second position to form a shape of the carton by heating the heat-shrinkable film to shrink the heat-shrinkable film into contact with at least a portion of the movable section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Altivity Packaging, LLC
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Patent number: 7293652
    Abstract: An assembly for packaging a product includes a carton having a top, a bottom, and a side extending between the top and the bottom. At least one of the top, the bottom, and the side includes a movable section that is movable between a first position and a second position. The movable section is biased to the first position. The assembly also includes a heat-shrunk layer overlapping at least a portion of the carton for sealing the carton. The heat-shrunk layer holds the movable section in the second position against the bias.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2007
    Assignee: Altivity Packaging, LLC
    Inventors: Angela E. Learn, Michael D. Ryan
  • Patent number: 5468330
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method of manufacturing vacuum cleaner bags with a unique tri-lock top and bottom seal. The paper end of at the end of the open bag length is sealed onto itself with seam-paste glue three times providing an extra strong seam to accommodate the ever increasing air pressure created by today's powerful cleaners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 21, 1995
    Inventors: Michael D. Ryan, Lowell H. Ryan
  • Patent number: 5393788
    Abstract: Novel oxamide derivatives are described which inhibit the production of TNF and are useful in the treatment of disease states mediated or exacerbated by TNF production. The compounds of the present invention are also useful as inhibitors of PDE IV and are therefor useful in the treatment of disease states mediated or exacerbated thereby.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 28, 1995
    Assignee: SmithKline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: Paul E. Bender, Siegfried B. Christensen, IV, Klaus M. Esser, Cornelia J. Forster, Michael D. Ryan, Philip L. Simon
  • Patent number: 4843324
    Abstract: A system for locating a buried structure in which a signal radiating from the structure is measured by its reception on the surface of the earth with the signal being attenuated by a selected amount and then measured by reception at varying distances above the earth with a lesser attenaution, whereby the depth of the object below ground is indicated as a function of signal level differences and attenuation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 1988
    Date of Patent: June 27, 1989
    Assignee: R. Donald Plosser
    Inventors: Thomas G. Humphreys, Jr., George G. Plosser, Michael D. Ryan, Jr.