Patents by Inventor Michael J. Swantner

Michael J. Swantner 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: 11291766
    Abstract: A pressure jacket for use with a fluid injector may have a pressure jacket body having a proximal end, a distal end, and a circumferential sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end along a pressure jacket longitudinal axis. The pressure jacket may further have at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member having a first segment attached to the pressure jacket body and a second segment protruding from the first segment toward the distal end of the pressure jacket body and deflectable relative to the first segment. The pressure jacket may further have at least one actuation member associated with the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member. The at least one actuation member may interact with a housing of the fluid injector when the pressure jacket is connected to the housing to deflect the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member upon rotation of the pressure jacket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2022
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Swantner, Richard A. Seman, Barry L. Tucker, Arthur E. Uber, III, Kevin P. Cowan, James A. Dedig, Christopher D. Capone
  • Patent number: 11278853
    Abstract: A method for controlling fluid ratio accuracy during a dual flow injection with a powered injection system is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Ralph H. Schriver, Andreas Maihoefer, James A. Dedig, Michael A. Spohn, Herbert M. Grubic, Michael J. Swantner, Adam Caruso
  • Patent number: 10512721
    Abstract: A plunger for use with a syringe has a plunger body with a proximal end, a distal end, and a circumferential sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end along a plunger longitudinal axis. The plunger further has at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member having a first segment attached to the plunger body and a second segment protruding toward the distal end of the plunger body and deflectable relative to the first segment. The plunger further has at least one actuation member associated with the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member. The at least one actuation member interacts with a piston to deflect the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member upon rotation of the plunger relative to the piston. The plunger is engagable with the piston regardless of a rotational orientation of the piston relative to the plunger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Swantner, Richard A. Seman, Barry L. Tucker, Arthur E. Uber, III, Kevin P. Cowan, James A. Dedig, Christopher D. Capone, Jaroslaw Wlodarczyk
  • Publication number: 20180304007
    Abstract: A pressure jacket for use with a fluid injector may have a pressure jacket body having a proximal end, a distal end, and a circumferential sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end along a pressure jacket longitudinal axis. The pressure jacket may further have at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member having a first segment attached to the pressure jacket body and a second segment protruding from the first segment toward the distal end of the pressure jacket body and deflectable relative to the first segment. The pressure jacket may further have at least one actuation member associated with the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member. The at least one actuation member may interact with a housing of the fluid injector when the pressure jacket is connected to the housing to deflect the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member upon rotation of the pressure jacket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2016
    Publication date: October 25, 2018
    Applicant: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: MICHAEL J. SWANTNER, RICHARD A. SEMAN, BARRY L. TUCKER, ARTHUR E. UBER, III, KEVIN P. COWAN, JAMES A. DEDIG, CHRISTOPHER D. CAPONE
  • Publication number: 20180296993
    Abstract: A method for controlling fluid ratio accuracy during a dual flow injection with a powered injection system is described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2018
    Publication date: October 18, 2018
    Inventors: RALPH H. SCHRIVER, ANDREAS MAIHOEFER, JAMES A. DEDIG, MICHAEL A. SPOHN, HERBERT M. GRUBIC, MICHAEL J. SWANTNER, ADAM CARUSO
  • Patent number: 10029220
    Abstract: A fluid path set includes a first fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a first fluid and a second fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a second fluid. A flow mixing device is in fluid communication with distal ends of the first and second fluid lines. The flow mixing device includes a housing, a first fluid port provided for receiving the first fluid, and a second fluid port for receiving the second fluid. A mixing chamber is disposed within the housing and is in fluid communication with the first and second fluid ports. A third fluid port in fluid communication with the mixing chamber for discharging a mixed solution of the first and second fluids. A turbulent flow inducing member is disposed within the mixing chamber for promoting turbulent mixing of the first and second fluids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Ralph H. Schriver, Andreas Maihoefer, James A. Dedig, Michael A. Spohn, Herbert M. Grubic, Michael J. Swantner, Adam Caruso
  • Publication number: 20180064866
    Abstract: A pressure sensor for use with a fluid delivery system having good sensitivity at low pressure, but also configured to remain in operating condition after being exposed to high pressures is disclosed herein. In one variation, the pressure sensor includes a fluid path set, a deformable element associated with the fluid path set and configured to deform in response to an external pressure, and a pressure transducer for monitoring deformation of the deformable element. In certain embodiments, the pressure sensor is configured to measure fluid pressure within the range of between about 0 mm Hg to about 300 mm Hg. However, the sensor pressure is also be configured to remain functional after being exposed to pressure in excess of about 60,000 mm Hg.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2017
    Publication date: March 8, 2018
    Inventors: MICHAEL A. RILEY, GERALD W. CALLAN, MICHAEL A. SPOHN, MICHAEL J. SWANTNER
  • Patent number: 9808571
    Abstract: A pressure sensor for use with a fluid delivery system having good sensitivity at low pressure, but also configured to remain in operating condition after being exposed to high pressures is disclosed herein. In one variation, the pressure sensor includes a fluid path set, a deformable element associated with the fluid path set and configured to deform in response to an external pressure, and a pressure transducer for monitoring deformation of the deformable element. In certain embodiments, the pressure sensor is configured to measure fluid pressure within the range of between about 0 mm Hg to about 300 mm Hg. However, the sensor pressure is also be configured to remain functional after being exposed to pressure in excess of about 60,000 mm Hg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Michael A. Riley, Gerald W. Callan, Michael A. Spohn, Michael J. Swantner
  • Publication number: 20170182306
    Abstract: A connector for a fluid path set for delivery of a fluid to a patient during a procedure is described. The connector includes a magnetic check valve for limiting fluid flow to one direction through the fluid path. The magnetic check valve is configured to open in response to one or more of fluid pressure and change in value of magnetic force in the check valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2015
    Publication date: June 29, 2017
    Inventor: MICHAEL J. SWANTNER
  • Patent number: 9669206
    Abstract: A fluid path set and method of use thereof is disclosed. The fluid path set includes a multi-patient fluid path section adapted for fluid connection to at least one pressurizing device, a per-patient fluid path section adapted for fluid connection with a patient, and a connector for removably and fluidly connecting the multi-patient fluid path section with the per-patient fluid path section. The connector includes a first connector member having an outer housing member and a first luer member recessed within the outer housing member, and a second connector member having a second threaded member and a second luer member recessed within the second threaded member. The first luer member and the second threaded member cooperate to securely and releasably connect the first connector member with the second connector member to establish removable fluid connection between the multi-patient fluid path section and the per-patient fluid path section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
    Inventors: Michael A. Spohn, Michael J. Swantner
  • Publication number: 20170136424
    Abstract: A fluid path set includes a first fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a first fluid and a second fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a second fluid. A flow mixing device is in fluid communication with distal ends of the first and second fluid lines. The flow mixing device includes a housing, a first fluid port provided for receiving the first fluid, and a second fluid port for receiving the second fluid. A mixing chamber is disposed within the housing and is in fluid communication with the first and second fluid ports. A third fluid port in fluid communication with the mixing chamber for discharging a mixed solution of the first and second fluids. A turbulent flow inducing member is disposed within the mixing chamber for promoting turbulent mixing of the first and second fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: RALPH H. SCHRIVER, ANDREAS MAIHOEFER, JAMES A. DEDIG, MICHAEL A. SPOHN, HERBERT M. GRUBIC, MICHAEL J. SWANTNER, ADAM CARUSO
  • Publication number: 20170119963
    Abstract: A plunger for use with a syringe has a plunger body with a proximal end, a distal end, and a circumferential sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end along a plunger longitudinal axis. The plunger further has at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member having a first segment attached to the plunger body and a second segment protruding toward the distal end of the plunger body and deflectable relative to the first segment. The plunger further has at least one actuation member associated with the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member. The at least one actuation member interacts with a piston to deflect the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member upon rotation of the plunger relative to the piston. The plunger is engagable with the piston regardless of a rotational orientation of the piston relative to the plunger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2016
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventors: MICHAEL J. SWANTNER, RICHARD A. SEMAN, BARRY L. TUCKER, ARTHUR E. UBER, III, KEVIN P. COWAN, JAMES A. DEDIG, CHRISTOPHER D. CAPONE
  • Publication number: 20170072131
    Abstract: A pressure sensor for use with a fluid delivery system having good sensitivity at low pressure, but also configured to remain in operating condition after being exposed to high pressures is disclosed herein. In one variation, the pressure sensor includes a fluid path set, a deformable element associated with the fluid path set and configured to deform in response to an external pressure, and a pressure transducer for monitoring deformation of the deformable element. In certain embodiments, the pressure sensor is configured to measure fluid pressure within the range of between about 0 mm Hg to about 300 mm Hg. However, the sensor pressure is also be configured to remain functional after being exposed to pressure in excess of about 60,000 mm Hg.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2016
    Publication date: March 16, 2017
    Inventors: MICHAEL A. RILEY, GERALD W. CALLAN, MICHAEL A. SPOHN, MICHAEL J. SWANTNER
  • Patent number: 9555379
    Abstract: A fluid path set includes a first fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a first fluid and a second fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a second fluid. A flow mixing device is in fluid communication with distal ends of the first and second fluid lines. The flow mixing device includes a housing, a first fluid port provided for receiving the first fluid, and a second fluid port for receiving the second fluid. A mixing chamber is disposed within the housing and is in fluid communication with the first and second fluid ports. A third fluid port in fluid communication with the mixing chamber for discharging a mixed solution of the first and second fluids. A turbulent flow inducing member is disposed within the mixing chamber for promoting turbulent mixing of the first and second fluids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: Bayer Healthcare LLC
    Inventors: Ralph H Schriver, Andreas Maihoefer, James A Dedig, Michael A Spohn, Herbert M Grubic, Michael J Swantner, Adam Caruso
  • Patent number: 9486579
    Abstract: A pressure sensor for use with a fluid delivery system having good sensitivity at low pressure, but also configured to remain in operating condition after being exposed to high pressures is disclosed herein. In one variation, the pressure sensor includes a fluid path set, a deformable element associated with the fluid path set and configured to deform in response to an external pressure, and a pressure transducer for monitoring deformation of the deformable element. In certain embodiments, the pressure sensor is configured to measure fluid pressure within the range of between about 0 mm Hg to about 300 mm Hg. However, the sensor pressure is also be configured to remain functional after being exposed to pressure in excess of about 60,000 mm Hg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Bayer HealthCare LLC
    Inventors: Michael A Riley, Michael A Spohn, Gerald W Callan, Michael J Swantner, Russell M Evans, III
  • Patent number: 9480797
    Abstract: A plunger for use with a syringe has a plunger body with a proximal end, a distal end, and a circumferential sidewall extending between the proximal end and the distal end along a plunger longitudinal axis. The plunger further has at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member having a first segment attached to the plunger body and a second segment protruding toward the distal end of the plunger body and deflectable relative to the first segment. The plunger further has at least one actuation member associated with the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member. The at least one actuation member interacts with a piston to deflect the at least one resiliently deflectable retaining member upon rotation of the plunger relative to the piston. The plunger is engagable with the piston regardless of a rotational orientation of the piston relative to the plunger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: Bayer HealthCare LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Swantner, Richard A. Seman, Barry L. Tucker, Arthur E. Uber, III, Kevin P. Cowan, James A. Dedig, Christopher D. Capone
  • Publication number: 20140350521
    Abstract: The fluid injector system includes a source of injection fluid, a pump device, a fluid control device operably associated with the pump device, and a fluid path set in fluid connection with the source of injection fluid and the pump device. The fluid path set includes a multi-patient fluid path section adapted for fluid connection to at least one pressurizing device, a per-patient fluid path section adapted for fluid connection with a patient and comprising at least one check valve, and a connector for removably and fluidly connecting the multi-patient fluid path section with the per-patient fluid path section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: Michael A. Spohn, Michael J. Swantner
  • Publication number: 20140261713
    Abstract: A fluid path set includes a first fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a first fluid and a second fluid line having a proximal end fluidly connectable to a source of a second fluid. A flow mixing device is in fluid communication with distal ends of the first and second fluid lines. The flow mixing device includes a housing, a first fluid port provided for receiving the first fluid, and a second fluid port for receiving the second fluid. A mixing chamber is disposed within the housing and is in fluid communication with the first and second fluid ports. A third fluid port in fluid communication with the mixing chamber for discharging a mixed solution of the first and second fluids. A turbulent flow inducing member is disposed within the mixing chamber for promoting turbulent mixing of the first and second fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: MEDRAD, INC.
    Inventors: Ralph H. Schriver, Andreas Maihoefer, James A. Dedig, Michael A. Spohn, Herbert M. Grubic, Michael J. Swantner, Adam Caruso
  • Patent number: D847985
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: Bayer HealthCare LLC
    Inventors: Jared E. Neff, Michael J. Swantner, Michael McDermott, Kevin P. Cowan, Michael A. Spohn, Herb M. Grubic
  • Patent number: D942005
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2022
    Assignee: Bayer Healthcare LLC
    Inventors: Jared E. Neff, Michael J. Swantner, Michael McDermott, Kevin P. Cowan, Michael A. Spohn, Herb M. Grubic