Patents by Inventor Michael Zerbes

Michael Zerbes 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: 10682500
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits from the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2020
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 9370641
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits from the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Publication number: 20160114137
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits from the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Publication number: 20140052065
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits from the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2013
    Publication date: February 20, 2014
    Applicant: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 8597249
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 8591468
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits from the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 8460247
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignee: B Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 8419688
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: 8308691
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Publication number: 20120172806
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: B. BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Publication number: 20100204675
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2010
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Publication number: 20080108944
    Abstract: Catheter assemblies are generally discussed herein with particular discussions extended to catheter assemblies having a tip protector, a valve, a valve opener, and optionally a needle wiper. The valve opener is disposed inside a catheter hub and is configured to be pushed by an IV set luer connector to open a valve following successful catheterization to pass fluids or other solutions through the catheter. A tip protector is incorporated to block the needle tip and prevent the same from accidental needle stick. A wiper is optionally included to wipe blood deposits on the needle when the same is retracted from the catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: D713522
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Helmut Freigang, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: D713957
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Helmut Freigang, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: D718439
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Helmut Freigang, Michael Zerbes
  • Patent number: D732664
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2015
    Assignee: B. Braun Melsungen AG
    Inventors: Kevin Woehr, Helmut Freigang, Michael Zerbes