Patents by Inventor Paul A. Reid
Paul A. Reid 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).
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Patent number: 11944282Abstract: An accessory device for use with a medical device includes a first cuff secured to a distal end of the medical device, a second cuff secured to the medical device proximal of the first cuff, an actuator, and at least one actuation wire extending from the first cuff, through the second cuff, to the actuator.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2021Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Conor Reid, Andrea Cahill, Tara Ann Jarobski, Paul Smith, Tyler Cloyd, Nestor Allan Ibanez, Jan Weber
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Publication number: 20230405194Abstract: A breast pump system comprises at least one wearable milk collection hub connected via an air line to a combined external air pump and control unit. Each milk collection hub comprises: (a) a breast shield made up of a breast flange and a nipple tunnel; (b) a flexible diaphragm that is configured to prevent milk from reaching the external air pump; (c) an outer shell that is configured to removably attach to the breast shield, such that, when attached, the breast shield and outer shell form a vessel for collecting milk; and (d) a diaphragm cap that is configured to be secured over the diaphragm, forms part of the front face of the outer shell, and includes a port connected to the air line.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2023Publication date: December 21, 2023Inventors: Thibault DE BECDELIEVRE, Oliver BLANCHARD, Georgia THOMAS, Daniel John THOMPSON, Adam ROLLO, Paul REID, Jonathan O'TOOLE, Jack BILTCLIFFE, Clare LARKSPUR, Claudia BRUEN
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Patent number: 11806454Abstract: A breast pump system comprises at least one wearable milk collection hub connected via an air line to a combined external air pump and control unit. Each milk collection hub comprises: (a) a breast shield made up of a breast flange and a nipple tunnel; (b) a flexible diaphragm that is configured to prevent milk from reaching the external air pump; (c) an outer shell that is configured to removably attach to the breast shield, such that, when attached, the breast shield and outer shell form a vessel for collecting milk; and (d) a diaphragm cap that is configured to be secured over the diaphragm, forms part of the front face of the outer shell, and includes a port connected to the air line.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2022Date of Patent: November 7, 2023Assignee: Chiaro Technology LimitedInventors: Thibault De Becdelievre, Oliver Blanchard, Georgia Thomas, Daniel John Thompson, Adam Rollo, Paul Reid, Jonathan O'Toole, Jack Biltcliffe, Clare Larkspur, Claudia Bruen
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Publication number: 20230158215Abstract: A breast pump system comprises at least one wearable milk collection hub connected via an air line to a combined external air pump and control unit. Each milk collection hub comprises: (a) a breast shield made up of a breast flange and a nipple tunnel; (b) a flexible diaphragm that is configured to prevent milk from reaching the external air pump; (c) an outer shell that is configured to removably attach to the breast shield, such that, when attached, the breast shield and outer shell form a vessel for collecting milk; and (d) a diaphragm cap that is configured to be secured over the diaphragm, forms part of the front face of the outer shell, and includes a port connected to the air line.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2022Publication date: May 25, 2023Inventors: Thibault DE BECDELIEVRE, Oliver BLANCHARD, Georgia THOMAS, Daniel John THOMPSON, Adam ROLLO, Paul REID, Jonathan O'TOOLE, Jack BILTCLIFFE, Clare LARKSPUR, Claudia BRUEN
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Publication number: 20230111110Abstract: A breast pump system comprises at least one wearable milk collection hub connected via an air line to a combined external air pump and control unit. Each milk collection hub comprises: (a) a breast shield made up of a breast flange and a nipple tunnel; (b) a flexible diaphragm that is configured to prevent milk from reaching the external air pump; (c) an outer shell that is configured to removably attach to the breast shield, such that, when attached, the breast shield and outer shell form a vessel for collecting milk; and (d) a diaphragm cap that is configured to be secured over the diaphragm, forms part of the front face of the outer shell, and includes a port connected to the air line.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2021Publication date: April 13, 2023Inventors: Thibault DE BECDELIEVRE, Oliver BLANCHARD, Georgia THOMAS, Daniel John THOMPSON, Adam ROLLO, Paul REID, Jonathan O'TOOLE, Jack BILTCLIFFE, Clare LARKSPUR, Claudia BRUEN
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Publication number: 20220401639Abstract: A passive milk collection device for storing milk comprises a flexible inner member including a nipple hole for receiving a nipple, and in which, in use, part of the rear surface of the inner member is configured to securely seal onto a user's breast. The device includes a removable rigid outer member configured to attach onto the front surface of the inner member and to provide a free air space around the nipple area for storing milk from the nipple. The circumference of the outer edge of the rear surface of the flexible inner member is substantially larger than the circumference of the rigid outer member.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2020Publication date: December 22, 2022Inventors: Jonathan O'TOOLE, Andrew CARR, Nick SARDAR, Clare ROSS, Paul REID, Emma MORRIS, Ed SIMS
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Patent number: 11165237Abstract: An arc fault detection system samples a high frequency signal on a power line sequentially at different frequency regions according to a frequency hopping sequence, which is repeated a number of times over a predefined period. The different frequency regions include at least one region with a carrier for power line communication on the power line and at least one region without a carrier for power line communication on the power line. The system obtains energy measurements for each frequency region based on the sampled signals, computes an energy level for each frequency region based on the measurements for each region, and assigns a binary value to each region according to the corresponding energy level. The binary value represents a presence or absence of signal content in the frequency region. The system determines a presence or absence of an arc fault based on the binary values for the frequency regions.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2020Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventors: Andi Jakupi, Michel Layour, Hynek Raisigel, Costin Vasile, Paul A. Reid, Gary Scott, Joseph Beierschmitt
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Publication number: 20200235561Abstract: An arc fault detection system samples a high frequency signal on a power line sequentially at different frequency regions according to a frequency hopping sequence, which is repeated a number of times over a predefined period. The different frequency regions include at least one region with a carrier for power line communication on the power line and at least one region without a carrier for power line communication on the power line. The system obtains energy measurements for each frequency region based on the sampled signals, computes an energy level for each frequency region based on the measurements for each region, and assigns a binary value to each region according to the corresponding energy level. The binary value represents a presence or absence of signal content in the frequency region. The system determines a presence or absence of an arc fault based on the binary values for the frequency regions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2020Publication date: July 23, 2020Applicant: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC USA, INC.Inventors: Andi JAKUPI, Michel LAYOUR, Hynek RAISIGEL, Costin VASILE, Paul A. REID, Gary SCOTT, Joseph BEIERSCHMITT
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Patent number: 10602791Abstract: Provided herein are multi-layered protective coverings, wearable multi-layered protective devices, and methods of using the multi-layered protective coverings and wearable multi-layered protective devices.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: March 31, 2020Assignees: North Carolina State University, The United States of America as Represented by the Secretary of the ArmyInventors: Jesse S. Jur, Russell E. Gorga, Macon Adams, Shannyn A. Holder, Hilary Walker, Caryn A. Siggins, Carson Binns, Austin W. Teague, Andrew Nesbitt, Albena Ivanisevic, Jon Rust, James A. Murdock, Carly M. Bohnenblusch, Andrew M. Thomas, II, Benjamin Anthony, Paul Reid, Stephen Lee, Clinton R. George
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Patent number: 10601213Abstract: An arc fault detection system samples a high frequency signal on a power line sequentially at different frequency regions according to a frequency hopping sequence, which is repeated a number of times over a predefined period. The different frequency regions include at least one region with a carrier for power line communication on the power line and at least one region without a carrier for power line communication on the power line. The system obtains energy measurements for each frequency region based on the sampled signals, computes an energy level for each frequency region based on the measurements for each region, and assigns a binary value to each region according to the corresponding energy level. The binary value represents a presence or absence of signal content in the frequency region. The system determines a presence or absence of an arc fault based on the binary values for the frequency regions.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2018Date of Patent: March 24, 2020Assignee: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventors: Andi Jakupi, Michel Layour, Hynek Raisigel, Costin Vasile, Paul A. Reid, Gary Scott, Joseph Beierschmitt
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Patent number: 10534024Abstract: A modular monitoring and control system for NEMA-style load center smart electrical distribution panels is built up from interconnectable modules, starting with a Base Unit for monitoring and reporting on select branch circuits, then adding a Control Module for Remotely Operated breakers or additional current monitoring or both; and/or adding a separate Expansion Module with Current Transformer expansion capabilities for adding a larger number of power monitors within the load center. The modules plug into breaker pole slots within the panel for ease of installation and are independent of the breakers. The system keeps initial smart panel costs low by placing monitoring and control functionality and required parts into add-on modules.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2017Date of Patent: January 14, 2020Assignee: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventors: Chad Mittelstadt, Paul Reid
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Patent number: 10514419Abstract: A method of establishing, and recording, the cause of a power interruption to the load in solenoid-operated electronic miniature circuit breakers of various types without extensive digital resources is presented. In some designs of electronic miniature circuit breakers a circuit breaker trip event will change the inductance of the trip solenoid. This change will take place for an electronic trip or a mechanical trip. A record of the electronic trip signal issued to the solenoid will be present to check against and differentiate the occurrence of an electronic trip from a mechanical trip. The mechanical trip occurs without the electronics and is also indicated by the change in inductance. Thereby, the cause of the power interruption can be determined, recorded and reported.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2017Date of Patent: December 24, 2019Assignee: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventor: Paul A Reid
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Patent number: 10493355Abstract: An apparatus and a method for carrying skis are disclosed. The skis are encircled with a strap to form a bundle. The bundle is releasably attached to a belt or bandolier worn by a person. The strap carries an engagement member, and the belt or bandolier carrying a holder with which the engagement member is adapted releasably to engage.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2015Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Inventor: Paul Reid
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Publication number: 20190363530Abstract: An arc fault detection system samples a high frequency signal on a power line sequentially at different frequency regions according to a frequency hopping sequence, which is repeated a number of times over a predefined period. The different frequency regions include at least one region with a carrier for power line communication on the power line and at least one region without a carrier for power line communication on the power line. The system obtains energy measurements for each frequency region based on the sampled signals, computes an energy level for each frequency region based on the measurements for each region, and assigns a binary value to each region according to the corresponding energy level. The binary value represents a presence or absence of signal content in the frequency region. The system determines a presence or absence of an arc fault based on the binary values for the frequency regions.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2018Publication date: November 28, 2019Applicant: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC USA, INC.Inventors: Andi JAKUPI, Michel LAYOUR, Hynek RAISIGEL, Costin VASILE, Paul A. REID, Gary SCOTT, Joseph BEIERSCHMITT
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Publication number: 20190195926Abstract: A modular monitoring and control system for NEMA-style load center smart electrical distribution panels is built up from interconnectable modules, starting with a Base Unit for monitoring and reporting on select branch circuits, then adding a Control Module for Remotely Operated breakers or additional current monitoring or both; and/or adding a separate Expansion Module with Current Transformer expansion capabilities for adding a larger number of power monitors within the load center. The modules plug into breaker pole slots within the panel for ease of installation and are independent of the breakers. The system keeps initial smart panel costs low by placing monitoring and control functionality and required parts into add-on modules.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2017Publication date: June 27, 2019Applicant: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventors: Chad Mittelstadt, Paul Reid
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Patent number: 10326264Abstract: Systems and methods for auto-monitoring a trip solenoid and a switching semiconductor in a circuit breaker comprises determining whether the trip solenoid or the switching semiconductor is open-circuited or otherwise non-operational. The trip solenoid has multiple windings therein and the switching semiconductor has multiple semiconductor switches therein. The circuit breaker automatically performs a designated action if one of the multiple windings or one of the semiconductor switches is determined to be open-circuited or otherwise non-operational. In some embodiments, the circuit breaker is a miniature circuit breaker.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2018Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventors: Randall Gass, Jason Potratz, Dennis William Fleege, Chad Mittelstadt, Brett Larson, Paul Reid
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Publication number: 20190041461Abstract: A method of establishing, and recording, the cause of a power interruption to the load in solenoid-operated electronic miniature circuit breakers of various types without extensive digital resources is presented. In some designs of electronic miniature circuit breakers a circuit breaker trip event will change the inductance of the trip solenoid. This change will take place for an electronic trip or a mechanical trip. A record of the electronic trip signal issued to the solenoid will be present to check against and differentiate the occurrence of an electronic trip from a mechanical trip. The mechanical trip occurs without the electronics and is also indicated by the change in inductance. Thereby, the cause of the power interruption can be determined, recorded and reported.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2017Publication date: February 7, 2019Applicant: Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Inventor: Paul A. REID
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Patent number: 10187340Abstract: A method, mobile device and system are provided for managing and displaying email messages on a device having security classification metadata. The security classification metadata is extracted on the mobile device from the email messages. A presentation characteristic for the email message is determined based on a comparison of the extracted security classification metadata of the email message to a security classification policy. The email messages on the device can then be presented in accordance with the determined presentation characteristic of each respective email associated with the security classification metadata. In addition, in replying to an email in one or more subsets of recipients of the email message can be determined where each of the recipients of a respective subset having at least one security classification in common.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2015Date of Patent: January 22, 2019Assignee: Titus, Inc.Inventors: Charlie Pulfer, Kevin Carlyle, Jimmy Bigelow, Paul Reid
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Patent number: 10045966Abstract: Embodiments of the presently-disclosed subject matter include activators of HssRS that induce endogenous heme biosynthesis by perturbing central metabolism. These molecules are toxic to fermenting S. aureus, including clinically relevant small colony variants (SCVs). The utility of targeting fermenting bacteria is exemplified by the fact that this compound prevents the emergence of antibiotic resistance, enhances phagocyte killing, and reduces S. aureus pathogenesis. This small molecule is a powerful tool not only for studying bacterial heme biosynthesis and central metabolism, but also establishes targeting of fermentation as a viable antibacterial strategy.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2017Date of Patent: August 14, 2018Assignee: Vanderbilt UniversityInventors: Eric P. Skaar, Laura Anzaldi Mike, Gary Sulikowski, Alex Waterson, Paul Reid
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Publication number: 20180193719Abstract: An apparatus and a method for carrying skis are disclosed. The skis are encircled with a strap to form a bundle. The bundle is releasably attached to a belt or bandolier worn by a person. The strap carries an engagement member, and the belt or bandolier carrying a holder with which the engagement member is adapted releasably to engage.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2015Publication date: July 12, 2018Inventor: Paul Reid