Patents by Inventor Richard Marks
Richard Marks 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: 12653688Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2022Date of Patent: June 16, 2026Assignee: Extremity Innovations, Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Arley Perez, III
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Patent number: 12616579Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2022Date of Patent: May 5, 2026Assignee: Extremity Innovations, Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Arley Perez, III
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Patent number: 12611311Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2022Date of Patent: April 28, 2026Assignee: Extremity Innovations, Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Arley Perez, III
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Patent number: 12453638Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2022Date of Patent: October 28, 2025Inventors: Richard Marks, Arley Perez, III
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Publication number: 20240286014Abstract: A paddle assembly for use as a training aid for playing various sports. The assembly has a paddle including a head, a front side, a back side, a perimeter edge, and a handle. The assembly also has a weight. A first locator and a second locator are affixed to the paddle and configured to hold the weight against the front side of the paddle. A spring-loaded eccentric clamp is affixed to the paddle and configured to hold the weight against and release the weight from the front side of the paddle. The weight is secured to the paddle at three contact points by the two locators and the eccentric clamp. In an alternative embodiment, the paddle assembly includes a harness configured to slip over, onto, and into engagement with the paddle to affix the weight to the paddle.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2024Publication date: August 29, 2024Inventors: Richard Marks, Daniel Stern
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Patent number: 11899835Abstract: Methods and systems for filtering content include identifying content for presenting in a rendering space defined by one or more mechanisms of a head mounted display (HMD), wherein the content is interactive, streaming content. A rating score for the content is identified. The content is dynamically adjusted to selectively filter a portion of the content based on a user profile of the user, rating score of the content, and ongoing interactions detected at the content. The adjusted content is formatted for rendering on the HMD. The formatted content is automatically transmitted to the HMD for rendering, in response to the request.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2022Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Roger Stafford, Frederick Umminger, Richard Marks
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Publication number: 20230301794Abstract: A metatarsal hemi-arthroplasty implant may include a convex outer surface overlaying a concave inner surface wherein the convex outer surface is shaped to replace an articular surface of a distal end of a metatarsus. The implant may further include a stem that is configured to be inserted into an intramedullary canal of the metatarsus. The stem may extend from the concave inner surface along a longitudinal axis of the implant, and may have an outward-facing surface disposed at a first angle relative to the longitudinal axis, at least one flute extending along the length, and at least one radial groove formed in the outward-facing surface. The implant may further include a plurality of rib members distributed about the stem member to connect the stem to the inner concave surface. Each of the rib members may have a distally-facing surface disposed at a second angle relative to the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2023Publication date: September 28, 2023Inventor: Richard MARKS
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Patent number: 11731044Abstract: A system and controller are provided. In one example, the system includes a controller for playing a video game. The controller includes input buttons for controlling interaction during play of the video game. The controller includes an inertial sensor for detecting translational or rotational movement of the controller and a vibrational device. A voice input device is associated with the controller. A wireless communication circuit of the controller is provided for communicating data between the controller and a local computing device. The local computing device is connectable to a network. The data includes control responsive to presses of said input buttons or control received from said voice input device.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2021Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Hrishikesh Deshpande, Gary M. Zalewski
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Publication number: 20230190482Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Richard MARKS, Arley PEREZ, III
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Publication number: 20230190484Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Richard MARKS, Arley PEREZ, III
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Publication number: 20230190483Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Richard MARKS, Arley PEREZ, III
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Publication number: 20230190492Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Richard MARKS, Arley PEREZ, III
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Publication number: 20230190485Abstract: Implants, systems, instruments, methods, and kits for metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty may include metatarsal arthroplasty implants, repositioning guides, broach tools, inserter tools, and sterilizable packaging configured to facilitate metatarsal arthroplasty surgical procedures. The metatarsal arthroplasty implants may generally include an articular member having a convex articular surface, a concave bone-facing surface opposite the convex articular surface, and at least one side surface intermediate the convex articular surface and the concave bone-facing surface, as well as a central shaft sized for insertion into a metatarsal bone having a central shaft longitudinal axis, a central shaft proximal end coupled to the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member, and a central shaft distal end extending away from the concave bone-facing surface of the articular member along the central shaft longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Richard MARKS, Arley PEREZ, III
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Patent number: 11662813Abstract: A method, system, computer readable media and cloud systems are provided. In one example a method includes generating a virtual reality (VR) environment to be rendered for a head mounted display (HMD) of an HMD player during a session. The HMD player is provided with an HMD view that is controlled by movement of a character in the VR environment by the HMD player. The method includes providing a spectator view into the VR environment. The spectator view is associated with a viewing spot directed into the VR environment. Then, automatically moving said viewing spot of the spectator view to other viewing spots that follow the character in the VR environment. Moving the viewing spot of the spectator view has a delay in movement to follow the HMD view, and said delay in movement does not delay time progress for the session.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2021Date of Patent: May 30, 2023Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Steven Osman
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Publication number: 20230075644Abstract: Methods and systems for filtering content include identifying content for presenting in a rendering space defined by one or more mechanisms of a head mounted display (HMD), wherein the content is interactive, streaming content. A rating score for the content is identified. The content is dynamically adjusted to selectively filter a portion of the content based on a user profile of the user, rating score of the content, and ongoing interactions detected at the content. The adjusted content is formatted for rendering on the HMD. The formatted content is automatically transmitted to the HMD for rendering, in response to the request.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2022Publication date: March 9, 2023Inventors: Jeffrey Roger Stafford, Frederick Umminger, Richard Marks
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Patent number: 11442532Abstract: Methods and systems for filtering content include identifying content for presenting in a rendering space defined by one or more mechanisms of a head mounted display (HMD), wherein the content is interactive, streaming content. A rating score for the content is identified. The content is dynamically adjusted to selectively filter a portion of the content based on a user profile of the user, rating score of the content, and ongoing interactions detected at the content. The adjusted content is formatted for rendering on the HMD. The formatted content is automatically transmitted to the HMD for rendering, in response to the request.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2020Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Roger Stafford, Frederick Umminger, Richard Marks
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Publication number: 20220050523Abstract: A method, system, computer readable media and cloud systems are provided. In one example a method includes generating a virtual reality (VR) environment to be rendered for a head mounted display (HMD) of an HMD player during a session. The HMD player is provided with an HMD view that is controlled by movement of a character in the VR environment by the HMD player. The method includes providing a spectator view into the VR environment. The spectator view is associated with a viewing spot directed into the VR environment. Then, automatically moving said viewing spot of the spectator view to other viewing spots that follow the character in the VR environment. Moving the viewing spot of the spectator view has a delay in movement to follow the HMD view, and said delay in movement does not delay time progress for the session.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2021Publication date: February 17, 2022Inventors: Richard Marks, Steven Osman
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Patent number: 11181990Abstract: A method, system, computer readable media and cloud systems are provided for generating views of a virtual reality environment for a spectator. One example method includes enabling a spectator to view into a virtual reality environment, and control what specific content within the environment the spectator wishes to see. Motions of an HMD worn by an HMD player can be tracked so as to provide a geared spectator view into the virtual reality environment. The gearing of the spectator view enables a spectator to view the virtual reality content in a more normal way which is not tied to the strict movements of the HMD worn by the HMD player. The gearing effects can be programmable or can be set based on the content being navigated by the HMD player or preferences of the individual spectators.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2017Date of Patent: November 23, 2021Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Steven Osman
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Patent number: 11163358Abstract: A method, system, computer readable media and cloud systems are provided for generating views of a virtual reality environment for a spectator. One example method includes generating a virtual reality environment to be rendered for a head mounted display (HMD) of an HMD player. The HMD player is provided with an HMD view that is controlled by movement of the HMD by the HMD player. Then, providing a spectator view into the virtual reality environment. The spectator view is associated with a viewing spot directed into the virtual reality environment. The viewing spot is decoupled from the HMD view. In some examples, multiple viewing spots are pre-authored and the spectator is provided with different ones of the viewing spots as the HMD players move around the virtual reality environment.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2017Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Richard Marks, Steven Osman
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Patent number: 11065532Abstract: A method for managing multi-player interactivity with an interactive application is provided, including the following operations: determining locations of a first controller, a second controller, a first user, and a second user; pairing the first controller to the first user based on the location of the first controller and the location of the first user; pairing the second controller to the second user based on the location of the second controller and the location of the second user; presenting a split-screen view of the interactive application, wherein presenting the split-screen view includes setting positions of a first view and a second view within the split-screen view based on one or more of the locations of the first user, the second user, the first controller, or the second controller.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2019Date of Patent: July 20, 2021Assignee: Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.Inventors: Anton Mikhailov, Richard Marks, Eric Larsen