Patents by Inventor Richard B. Levin

Richard B. Levin 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).

  • Devices and methods for maintaining an alert state of consciousness through brain wave monitoring
    Patent number: 6167298
    Abstract: Disclosed are devices for monitoring and maintaining an alert state of consciousness in a subject wearing the device An alert mental state is maintained through monitoring of brain wave patterns to detect if a transition from an alert to a non-alert mental state is about to occur, or has occurred. If so, a stimulus, e.g., an audible tone, is provided until such time as an alert mental state, as assessed by brain wave activity, is restored. Also disclosed are methods for maintaining an alert mental state, as well applications for such devices and methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2000
    Inventor: Richard B. Levin