Patents by Inventor Richard Cornelius
Richard Cornelius 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: 20230118531Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the use of small particles, such as micro particles or nanoparticles, to produce a therapeutic scar such as “trans-mural” scarring or other desired “deep tissue” scarring. In one preferred embodiment, these particles can be delivered to a target location by an implant. More specifically, these particles can be incorporated into the structure of implants or into the coatings on implants. In another preferred embodiment, these small particles can be delivered directly with a catheter by electrophoresis or hydraulic pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2022Publication date: April 20, 2023Applicant: Syntach AGInventors: Zhihao Yang, Richard Cornelius, Paige Hastings, Bodo Quint, Gerd Siebold, Ib Erling Joergensen, Stevan Nielsen
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Publication number: 20230043903Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2022Publication date: February 9, 2023Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius, Vance Michael Thompson
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Publication number: 20210355767Abstract: A drill bit changer system for a drill rig includes a drill bit storage holder rotatably and pivotally mounted to the drill rig and a plurality of bit holder assemblies located within the drill bit storage holder. Each bit holder assembly includes a receptacle, wherein the plurality of bit holder assemblies are arranged to receive a drill bit in each receptacle. The drill bit storage holder is pivotally connected between a stowed position and an engaged position in which the drill bit is positioned at a drill string of the drill rig, wherein the drill bit storage holder is further indexable to present a respective receptacle at the drill string such that the drill bit is added or removed from the drill string. A method of changing a drill bit is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2021Publication date: November 18, 2021Inventors: Micah AMERSON, David PARRISH, Richard Cornelius DEVINS, Timothy James JONES, Domenic John LUPPINO, William Walter WOSTBROCK, Kenneth Daniel SOYARS, David Theodore MANLEY
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Publication number: 20210290828Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the use of small particles, such as micro particles or nanoparticles, to produce a therapeutic scar such as “trans-mural” scarring or other desired “deep tissue” scarring. In one preferred embodiment, these particles can be delivered to a target location by an implant. More specifically, these particles can be incorporated into the structure of implants or into the coatings on implants. In another preferred embodiment, these small particles can be delivered directly with a catheter by electrophoresis or hydraulic pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2007Publication date: September 23, 2021Applicant: SYNTACH AGInventors: Zhihao Yang, Richard Cornelius, Paige Hastings, Bodo Quint, Gerd Seibold, Ib Erling Joergensen, Stevan Nielsen
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Publication number: 20210121327Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2021Publication date: April 29, 2021Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius, Vance Michael Thompson
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Patent number: 10940041Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2018Date of Patent: March 9, 2021Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius, Vance Michael Thompson
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Publication number: 20190274687Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a magnetic anastomosis device (MAD), a delivery catheter for the MAD, and a method for treating at least one of diabetes, obesity, digestive disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. In embodiments of the present invention, a pair of the MADs are delivered in body lumen by endoscopic and/or laparoscopic techniques. An anastomosis between two adjacent body lumens is formed by compression of the pair of MADs followed by necrosis and regeneration of the lumen tissue. The bodily fluids are then redirected through the formed anastomosis to relieve disease symptoms.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2017Publication date: September 12, 2019Inventors: Lixiao Wang, John J. Chen, Yongxing Zhang, Craig C. Belton, Shannon R. Stroud, Richard Cornelius, Scott Naisbitt
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Publication number: 20170049620Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2016Publication date: February 23, 2017Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius, Vance Michael Thompson
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Patent number: 9498380Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2015Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius, Vance Michael Thompson
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Patent number: 9398967Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical block implant sized and shaped for securement at the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium of the left atrium. By utilizing various expandable ring designs and optional anchoring mechanisms, the present invention causes even, circular scarring around the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium, achieving reliable blocking of aberrant electrical signals responsible for atrial fibrillation.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2006Date of Patent: July 26, 2016Assignee: Syntach AGInventor: Richard Cornelius
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Patent number: 8840658Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical block implant sized and shaped for securement at the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium of the left atrium. By utilizing various expandable ring designs and optional anchoring mechanisms, the present invention causes even, circular scarring around the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium, achieving reliable blocking of aberrant electrical signals responsible for atrial fibrillation.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2009Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: Syntach AGInventors: William Swanson, Richard Cornelius, Robert S. Schwartz
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Patent number: 8672835Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2011Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: FUJIFILM CorporationInventors: John J. Allen, Tracee Elizabeth Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius
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Patent number: 8568298Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2011Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: FUJIFILM CorporationInventors: John J. Allen, Tracee Elizabeth Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius
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Patent number: 8568297Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2010Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: FUJIFILM CorporationInventors: John J. Allen, Tracee Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius
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Publication number: 20130238015Abstract: Assemblies and methods for modifying an intraocular pressure of a patient's one or both eyes are disclosed. The assemblies and methods can be used to treat, inhibit, or prevent ocular conditions such as glaucoma, high intraocular pressure, optic disc edema, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, zero-gravity induced papilledema, and other optic pressure related conditions. An assembly can include a goggle including at least one cavity, a pump in fluid communication with the at least one cavity, and a control mechanism. The control mechanism can be operatively coupled to the pump and can maintain a target pressure or target pressure range in the at least one cavity, which, when the assembly is worn by a patient, is the area between a patient's eye(s) and wall surfaces of the goggle. Controlling the pressure over the outer surfaces of the patient's eye(s) can drive a desired change in the intraocular pressure of the eye(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2013Publication date: September 12, 2013Inventors: John Berdahl, Richard Cornelius
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Patent number: 8409268Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical block implant sized and shaped for securement at the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium of the left atrium. By utilizing various expandable ring designs and optional anchoring mechanisms, the present invention causes even, circular scarring around the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium, achieving reliable blocking of aberrant electrical signals responsible for atrial fibrillation.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2010Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Syntach AGInventors: William Swanson, Richard Cornelius, Robert S. Schwartz
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Publication number: 20110265275Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2011Publication date: November 3, 2011Applicant: FUJIFILM CorporationInventors: John J. Allen, Tracee Elizabeth Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius
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Publication number: 20110265681Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2011Publication date: November 3, 2011Applicant: FUJIFILM CorporationInventors: JOHN J. ALLEN, Tracee Elizabeth Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius
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Publication number: 20100211155Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical block implant sized and shaped for securement at the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium of the left atrium. By utilizing various expandable ring designs and optional anchoring mechanisms, the present invention causes even, circular scarring around the perimeter of the pulmonary ostium, achieving reliable blocking of aberrant electrical signals responsible for atrial fibrillation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2010Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventors: William Swanson, Richard Cornelius, Robert S. Schwartz
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Publication number: 20100210900Abstract: Propellable apparatus, assemblies and related methods including a self-enclosed member are disclosed. The self-enclosed member can include an inner surface at least partially defining an enclosed region, and an outer surface that turns outwardly to engage a cavity or lumen wall in addition to turning inward to at least partially encompass a central region defining a longitudinal path. The apparatus can include an internal drive mechanism engageable with the outer surface of the self-enclosed member to provide relative movement between the self-enclosed member and the cavity or lumen wall. A tapered member, positioned on the apparatus adjacent an end of the self-enclosed member, can provide a size transition between an outer surface portion of the self-enclosed member and an outer surface of a payload insertable within the central region. In some examples, one or more reinforcing members can be integrated within the self-enclosed member for increased durability and rotational use.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2010Publication date: August 19, 2010Applicant: SoftScope Medical Technologies, Inc.Inventors: John J. Allen, Tracee Elizabeth Eidenschink, Charles A. Brantingham, Richard Cornelius