Patents by Inventor Raymond F. Cracauer
Raymond F. Cracauer 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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Publication number: 20090041634Abstract: The present invention relates to nucleic acid synthesizers and methods of using and modifying nucleic acid synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis, as well as methods of modifying pre-existing synthesizers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2008Publication date: February 12, 2009Applicant: THIRD WAVE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Witold A. Ziarno
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Publication number: 20090029869Abstract: The present invention relates to surface modifications and linker attachments. For example, the present invention provides surface modification and linker chemistry that facilitates manufacture and use of microarrays, including nucleic acid and protein microarrays. The present invention also relates to array spotting through non-aqueous liquids.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2008Publication date: January 29, 2009Applicant: Third Wave TechnologiesInventors: Zbigniev Skrzypcznski, Raymond F. Cracauer, Jeff G. Hall
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Publication number: 20080261220Abstract: The present invention relates to novel methods of producing oligonucleotides. In particular, the present invention provides an efficient, safe, and automated process for the production of large quantities of oligonucleotides.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2007Publication date: October 23, 2008Applicant: THIRD WAVE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Craig Luedtke
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Patent number: 7435390Abstract: The present invention relates to nucleic acid synthesizers and methods of using and modifying nucleic acid synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis, as well as methods of modifying pre-existing synthesizers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2001Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Witold A. Ziarno
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Patent number: 6932943Abstract: The present invention relates to nucleic acid synthesizers and methods of using and modifying nucleic acid synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis, as well as methods of modifying pre-existing synthesizers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2001Date of Patent: August 23, 2005Assignee: Third Wave TechnologiesInventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Zbigniev Skrzypczynski, Ned D. Reimer, Rocky Ganske
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Publication number: 20040073017Abstract: The present invention relates to surface modifications and linker attachments. For example, the present invention provides surface modification and linker chemistry that facilitates manufacture and use of microarrays, including nucleic acid and protein microarrays. The present invention also relates to array spotting through non-aqueous liquids.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2003Publication date: April 15, 2004Inventors: Zbigniev Skrzypcznski, Raymond F. Cracauer
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Publication number: 20030124526Abstract: The present invention relates to polymer synthesizers and methods of using polymer synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis. The present invention also relates to synthesizer arrays for efficient, safe, and automated processes for the production of large quantities of polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2001Publication date: July 3, 2003Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Zbigniev Skrzypczynski, Ned D. Reimer
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Publication number: 20030113237Abstract: The present invention relates to polymer synthesizers and methods of using polymer synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis. The present invention also relates to synthesizer arrays for efficient, safe, and automated processes for the production of large quantities of polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2001Publication date: June 19, 2003Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Zbigniev Skrzypczynski, Ned D. Reimer
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Publication number: 20030113236Abstract: The present invention relates to polymer synthesizers and methods of using polymer synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis. The present invention also relates to synthesizer arrays for efficient, safe, and automated processes for the production of large quantities of polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2001Publication date: June 19, 2003Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Zbigniev Skrzypczynski, Ned D. Reimer
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Publication number: 20030072689Abstract: The present invention relates to polymer synthesizers and methods of using polymer synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis. The present invention also relates to synthesizer arrays for efficient, safe, and automated processes for the production of large quantities of polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2001Publication date: April 17, 2003Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Zbigniev Skrzypczynski, Ned D. Reimer
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Publication number: 20020156255Abstract: The present invention relates to nucleic acid synthesizers and methods of using and modifying nucleic acid synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis, as well as methods of modifying pre-existing synthesizers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2001Publication date: October 24, 2002Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Raymond F. Cracauer
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Publication number: 20020142454Abstract: The present invention relates to nucleic acid synthesizers and methods of using and modifying nucleic acid synthesizers. For example, the present invention provides highly efficient, reliable, and safe synthesizers that find use, for example, in high throughput and automated nucleic acid synthesis, as well as methods of modifying pre-existing synthesizers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2001Publication date: October 3, 2002Applicant: Third Wave Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Witold A. Ziarno
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Patent number: 6039714Abstract: The present invention is an improved ostomy fluid tube and method for its use comprising a collapsible retention bolster for securing the tube to the inner stomach wall and fascia. The retention means comprise several resilient leaf or petal-shaped flanges circumferentially arranged about the feeding tube at a distal point thereon. The otherwise flat, circumferentially arranged flanges possess notches or grooves which facilitate collapse or folding of the retention means for easier removal through an ostomy or other internal cavity.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 1998Date of Patent: March 21, 2000Assignee: Novartis Nutrition AGInventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Lester D. Michels
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Patent number: 5725831Abstract: An apparatus for containing a liquid biological sample and for performing a biological process thereon comprises a sample area for receiving the sample, at least one reaction area in fluid communication with the sample area, a pneumatic area in pneumatic communication with the reaction area and the sample area, and a pneumatic port in the pneumatic area for connection of the apparatus to a pneumatic aspiration/dispensing pipette. The pneumatic aspiration/dispensing pipette provides for controlled flow of the liquid biological sample between the sample area and the reaction area. To reduce evaporative loss of the sample from the apparatus, a sample tower is provided in fluid communication with the sample area. A similar tower may be provided at the pneumatic port to reduce evaporative loss through the pneumatic area.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 1995Date of Patent: March 10, 1998Assignee: Becton Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Allen S. Reichler, Peter A. Bourdelle, Raymond F. Cracauer
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Patent number: 5676314Abstract: A sprayer includes a tank having a pump for pressurizing the liquid contents of the pump. The sprayer has a hose extending from the tank for receiving liquid directly from the pump, a spray control valve and discharge nozzle for directing the spray. One or more parts from the pump inlet to the discharge nozzle are adapted to fail after a certain period of time with reuse of the sprayer.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 1995Date of Patent: October 14, 1997Assignee: H.D. Hudson Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Richard Brass, Raymond F. Cracauer, Roland Beihl, Robert C. Hudson, Jr.
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Patent number: 5649664Abstract: A sprayer includes a tank for liquid, a pump for pressurizing the liquid, a hose for the liquid under pressure and a manually activated spray control valve coupled with the hose and upon digitally sliding a valve body a valve plug is adapted to engage a valve seat to close the valve and disengage the valve seat to open the valve.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 1995Date of Patent: July 22, 1997Assignee: H.D.Hudson Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Richard Brass, Raymond F. Cracauer, Roland Beihl, Robert C. Hudson, Jr.
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Patent number: 5628753Abstract: A gastrostomy feeding tube removal device is comprised of a hollow cylindrical body, a conical head formed at one end and preferably a cap or top at the other to assist in grasping the tool during use. A sheath covers the remaining body portion and is slideably moveable thereon. In use, the gastrostomy tube is pulled through the device which enters the stomach through an ostomy of the patient. Upon contacting the retention bolster means proximate the inner stomach lining, the plastic sheath is pressed forward against the extended members of the retention means thereby collapsing them and withdrawing them into the sheath. The device is then withdrawn from the patient's body simultaneously removing the tube as well.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 1995Date of Patent: May 13, 1997Assignee: Sandoz Nutrition Ltd.Inventors: Raymond F. Cracauer, Lester D. Michels
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Patent number: 5609272Abstract: A one time use non reusable sprayer includes a tank having a pump for pressurizing the liquid contents. A connection of the pump to the tank, if severed will result in destruction of the tank and pump to prevent reuse of the sprayer. The sprayer has a hose extending from the tank, a spray control valve and discharge nozzle for directing the spray.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 1995Date of Patent: March 11, 1997Assignee: H. D. Hudson Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Richard Brass, Raymond F. Cracauer, Roland Beihl, Robert C. Hudson, Jr.
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Patent number: 4776843Abstract: Improvements and accessories for a septum closed T-shaped blood access device adapted for implantation into a patient. The implantable device has a stem portion extending above the skin of the patient and defining a septum closed opening into the device. The improvements include an improved septum having a groove in the side thereof encircling the septum and an elastomeric ring carried within the side groove, an improved needle assembly which provides access to the circulatory system through the septum, and a flexible cap for sealing the stem of the implantable device from the outside atmosphere which may be fitted in place or removed without the necessity of specialized tools.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 1980Date of Patent: October 11, 1988Assignee: Minntech CorporationInventors: Felix J. Martinez, Louis C. Cosentino, Bruce P. Amiot, Raymond F. Cracauer, Larry E. Fuller
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Patent number: D369111Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 1995Date of Patent: April 23, 1996Assignee: H. D. Hudson Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Richard Brass, Raymond F. Cracauer, Roland D. Beihl, Robert C. Hudson, Jr.