Patents by Inventor Nicholas Becker

Nicholas Becker 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: 11147944
    Abstract: A handset for operation and locking of an occlusion clearing device includes a body and movable cover. Valve(s) in fluid communication with tubing for aspiration or irrigation are located within the body. A locking mechanism having first and second components affixed at different points in the handset which are selectively movable relative to one another to transition between locked and unlocked positions. The first component is connected to and selectively movable relative to the cover. The second component engages a portion of the first component, causing the cover to move in an engagement direction as the first component is moved to a locked position. Movement of the cover in an engagement direction causes the valve(s) to change from a first to second position which controls the flow of fluid therethrough. An engagement surface of the second component engages and retains the first component in a locked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: Actuated Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger B Bagwell, Nicholas Becker, Douglas R Dillon, Robert Van Ess, II
  • Publication number: 20190255279
    Abstract: A handset for operation and locking of an occlusion clearing device includes a body and movable cover. Valve(s) in fluid communication with tubing for aspiration or irrigation are located within the body. A locking mechanism having first and second components affixed at different points in the handset which are selectively movable relative to one another to transition between locked and unlocked positions. The first component is connected to and selectively movable relative to the cover. The second component engages a portion of the first component, causing the cover to move in an engagement direction as the first component is moved to a locked position. Movement of the cover in an engagement direction causes the valve(s) to change from a first to second position which controls the flow of fluid therethrough. An engagement surface of the second component engages and retains the first component in a locked position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2019
    Publication date: August 22, 2019
    Applicant: Actuated Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger B. Bagwell, Nicholas Becker, Douglas R. Dillon, Robert Van Ess, II
  • Patent number: 9272817
    Abstract: Liquid-dispensing systems that include integrated aeration systems to aerate a liquid while the liquid is being dispensed are described. Integrated aeration systems enable seamless aeration of a liquid during dispensing. In one aspect, a liquid-dispensing system includes a liquid-conditioning dispenser with an integrated aeration system composed of one or more channels that convey a fluid to mix with a liquid as the liquid is dispensed. The aeration system also includes an aeration switch used to open and close the channels and regulate the amount of the fluid that mixes with the liquid. The liquid-dispensing system also includes a pump and control system to apply pressure on a reservoir that contains the liquid. The pressure forces the liquid from the reservoir to the dispenser via a liquid supply line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Inventors: Nicholas Becker, Travis Thurber
  • Publication number: 20140091107
    Abstract: Liquid-dispensing systems that include integrated aeration systems to aerate a liquid while the liquid is being dispensed are described. Integrated aeration systems enable seamless aeration of a liquid during dispensing. In one aspect, a liquid-dispensing system includes a liquid-conditioning dispenser with an integrated aeration system composed of one or more channels that convey a fluid to mix with a liquid as the liquid is dispensed. The aeration system also includes an aeration switch used to open and close the channels and regulate the amount of the fluid that mixes with the liquid. The liquid-dispensing system also includes a pump and control system to apply pressure on a reservoir that contains the liquid. The pressure forces the liquid from the reservoir to the dispenser via a liquid supply line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Inventors: Nicholas Becker, Travis Thurber
  • Publication number: 20060192016
    Abstract: A personal storage accessory is disclosed for the efficient storage of personal effects related to personal finances. The personal storage accessory includes a first panel attached to a second panel. The first panel has a length and width that only slightly depart from the length and width of a typical credit card. At least one pocket is attached to a surface of the first panel. The at least one pocket is configured to accommodate insertion of a credit card sized card. The personal storage accessory also includes a register engaged to one of the first and second panels. The register has a length and width that is equal to or less than the length and width of the first panel. The register has a plurality of pages for recording financial transactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2005
    Publication date: August 31, 2006
    Inventor: Nicholas Becker