Patents by Inventor Michael S. G. Bell

Michael S. G. Bell 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: 8663275
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. A preferably non-reactive force applying component is adjustably attachable to one or more tissue attachment structures for securing the force applying component to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S. G. Bell, Timothy Maxwell, James Henderson
  • Patent number: 8518077
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. An elastomeric driver is adjustably attachable to one or more anchors for securing the elastomer to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S. G. Bell, James Lee, Leonard G. Lee
  • Patent number: 7748124
    Abstract: A scalpel assembly utilizing an ejectable blade allowing easy installation and removal of the blade. Use of an ejectable blade permits a used or contaminated blade to fall freely from the scalpel assembly without direct contact with the blade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: Canica Design, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael S. G. Bell, Leonard G. Lee, Michael T. O'Malley, Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Publication number: 20080312685
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. An elastomeric driver is adjustably attachable to one or more anchors for securing the elastomer to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Publication date: December 18, 2008
    Applicant: CANICA DESIGN INC.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S.G. Bell, James Lee, Leonard G. Lee
  • Patent number: 7429265
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. An elastomeric driver is adjustably attachable to one or more anchors for securing the elastomer to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2008
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S. G. Bell, James Lee, Leonard G. Lee
  • Publication number: 20080147115
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. A preferably non-reactive force applying component is adjustably attachable to one or more tissue attachment structures for securing the force applying component to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2008
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Applicant: CANICA DESIGN, INC.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S.G. Bell, Timothy Maxwell, James Henderson
  • Patent number: 7361185
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. A preferably non-reactive force applying component is adjustably attachable to one or more tissue attachment structures for securing the force applying component to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2008
    Assignee: Canica Design, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S. G. Bell, Timothy Maxwell, James Henderson
  • Patent number: 6824511
    Abstract: A fixation and retraction system utilizing base components to which shielded magnet components attach in order to locate movable fixation and retraction components or other operating theater devices, such as surgical drapes. Use of rare earth magnets permits system components to be attached quickly, easily and securely in almost an infinite number of configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2004
    Assignee: Canica Design Inc.
    Inventors: Michael S. G. Bell, Leonard G. Lee, Michael T. O'Malley, Timothy J. Maxwell
  • Publication number: 20040186356
    Abstract: Systems and methods for manipulation and stabilization of tissue and other structures during surgical and other specialized procedures. Components of the systems of this invention are widely applicable in both veterinary and human medicine, including procedures involving small or delicate structures or tissues requiring precise manipulation or stabilization, procedures requiring substantial retractive forces without causing tissue damage and procedures that benefit from exoskeletal retraction. Fixation components, which couple dynamic components and retraction or positioning components to base components, are easily adjustable, allowing manipulation of the system with one hand. Length and orientation of retraction or positioning components is also easily adjustable in several ways.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2004
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S.G. Bell, Timothy Maxwell, James Henderson
  • Publication number: 20030163160
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. An elastomeric driver is adjustably attachable to one or more anchors for securing the elastomer to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2002
    Publication date: August 28, 2003
    Inventors: Michael T O'Malley, Michael S G Bell, James Lee, Leonard G Lee
  • Publication number: 20030092969
    Abstract: A system and method of moving and stretching plastic tissue using dynamic force. A preferably non-reactive force applying component is adjustably attachable to one or more tissue attachment structures for securing the force applying component to the plastic tissue, providing a self adjusting system that is capable of exerting relatively constant tension over a certain distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2002
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Inventors: Michael T. O'Malley, Michael S. G. Bell, Timothy Maxwell, James Henderson