Patents by Inventor Ray A. Edwards

Ray A. Edwards 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: 8022185
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 8022183
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7994277
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7968677
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20110139138
    Abstract: The present invention is an arrow holder operable for use with a drop down arrow rest, where the arrow holder is movable between a first position and second position. The arrow holder includes a lever portion, and a base portion formed as part of the lever portion; the lever portion and the base portion are operable for movement between a first position and a second position. Also included is a retaining hook operable for maintaining the lever portion and the base portion in the second position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2009
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Applicant: Slate Shooting Products LLC
    Inventor: Ray Edward Geno
  • Publication number: 20100331518
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventors: WAYNE F. BEYER, JR., ROBIN HYDE-DERUYSCHER, PAUL T. HAMILTON, RAY EDWARD BENSON
  • Publication number: 20100331519
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventors: WAYNE F. BEYER, JR., ROBIN HYDE-DERUYSCHER, PAUL T. HAMILTON, RAY EDWARD BENSON
  • Publication number: 20100324263
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20100324262
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20100317829
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20100317828
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7812119
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7795383
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7790844
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Patent number: 7786256
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, Jr., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20100136211
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2009
    Publication date: June 3, 2010
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20100098737
    Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to peptides having binding affinity for glycopeptide antibiotics and methods and compositions for delivering glycopeptide antibiotic to the surface of medical devices. The peptide compositions can comprise a peptide having binding affinity for a surface material of a medical device that is coupled to the peptide having binding affinity for glycopeptide antibiotic. Also provided are methods of applying the peptide compositions to a medical device by contacting the peptide compositions with a surface of the medical device. In addition, kits are provided comprising the peptide compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2008
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Applicant: Affinergy, Inc.
    Inventors: Martyn Kerry Darby, Isaac Gilliam Sanford, Ray Edward Benson, III, Hanne Gron, Paul Theodore Hamilton, Shrikumar Ambujakshan Nair
  • Publication number: 20100055083
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a suspension for the encapsulation of heat and moisture sensitive substances in capsules, sachets, droplets and food compositions. It also relates to methods for encapsulating, to the encapsulated products and to methods for storing the encapsulated products. The invention is extremely suitable for the encapsulation of microbial cultures. Cultures encapsulated in capsules prepared according to the method of the invention, will stay stable for a long time. At 25 degrees C. they show a stability reduction of less than 1 log per month.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventors: Ray Edward Kowalski, Shan-Shan Sheu, Abdul Rashid, Caroline Brons, Elizabeth Nascimento
  • Publication number: 20090326197
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2009
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson
  • Publication number: 20090326198
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved coating for surfaces of medical implants. The coating comprises at least one interfacial biomaterial (IFBM) which is comprised of at least one binding module that binds to the surface of an implant or implant-related material (“implant module”) and at least one binding module that selectively binds to a target analyte or that is designed to have a desired effect (“analyte module”). The modules are connected by a linker. In some embodiments, the IFBM coating acts to promote the recognition and attachment of target analytes to surface of the device. The IFBM coating improves the performance of implanted medical devices, for example, by promoting osteointegration of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2009
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Wayne F. Beyer, JR., Robin Hyde-DeRuyscher, Paul T. Hamilton, Ray Edward Benson