Patents by Inventor Richard T. Thompson
Richard T. Thompson 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: 11944503Abstract: A surgical instrument including a system for stopping a beam of the surgical instrument from impacting a distal pin when reversing a knife is disclosed. A knife assembly of the surgical instrument comprises the knife, the beam, and a firing nut. A firing lead screw can drive the firing nut distally and proximally. A firing screw compression spring extends along the firing lead screw and applies a load proximally on the firing nut when the firing nut is driven toward a distal end of the firing lead screw.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2022Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: Standard Bariatrics, Inc.Inventors: Adam R. Dunki-Jacobs, Mark S. Ortiz, Jonathan R. Thompson, Richard P. Nuchols, Caleb J. Hayward, Robert T. Means, III, Saylan J. Lukas
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Patent number: 11931210Abstract: A system for preventing unwanted tissue migration in surgical staplers includes a surgical stapler having an end effector including an upper jaw and a lower jaw. A distal end of the upper jaw is connected to a distal end of the lower jaw, and a proximal end of the upper jaw is connected to a proximal end of the lower jaw. First and second tissue stops are formed on the distal and proximal ends of the lower jaw, respectively. The second tissue stop and the proximal end of the upper jaw define a no cut zone when the surgical stapler is in an open position. The surgical stapler also includes a tissue cutting device disposed within the lower jaw for resecting tissue. The system also includes a warning, blocking, impeding, or barrier forming device for preventing the unwanted migration of tissue into the no tissue zone.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2022Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: Standard Bariatrics, Inc.Inventors: Adam R. Dunki-Jacobs, Mark S. Ortiz, Jonathan R. Thompson, Richard P. Nuchols, Caleb J. Hayward, Robert T. Means, Saylan J. Lukas
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Patent number: 8047704Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2011Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignee: Tylerville Technologies LLCInventors: Richard T Thompson, Edward K Welch, II
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Patent number: 8042991Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2011Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Assignee: Tylerville Technologies LLCInventors: Richard T Thompson, Edward K Welch, II
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Publication number: 20110186599Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2011Publication date: August 4, 2011Applicant: TYLERVILLE TECHNOLOGIES LLCInventors: Richard T. Thompson, Edward K. Welch, II
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Publication number: 20110186598Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2011Publication date: August 4, 2011Applicant: TYLERVILLE TECHNOLOGIES LLCInventors: Richard T. Thompson, Edward K. Welch, II
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Patent number: 7963690Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2007Date of Patent: June 21, 2011Assignee: Tylerville Technologies LLCInventors: Richard T. Thompson, Edward K. Welch, II
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Publication number: 20080123466Abstract: Novel dispenser means are provided for mixing and dispensing two-part curable compositions wherein the mixer elements are isolated from the curable components.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2007Publication date: May 29, 2008Inventors: Richard T. Thompson, Edward K. Welch
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Patent number: 5718356Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing hot melt adhesive or other materials. The apparatus includes a container and an outlet. The container has a first material (the material to be dispensed) disposed therein, which changes from a solid state or a state of high viscosity to a state of low viscosity when heated above a predetermined temperature. The container also has a second material disposed therein, which is adapted to be heated above a predetermined temperature when subjected to microwaves for at least a predetermined period of time. The second material can be an inner layer of the container, can be applied to a microwave transparent sheet surrounding the first material, or can be embedded in a silicone tube surrounding the first material. The second material is in a heat transfer relationship with the first material. While the dispenser is being subjected to microwaves, the second material converts the microwave energy into heat and transfers the heat to the first material.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 1994Date of Patent: February 17, 1998Assignee: Nottingham-Spirk Design Associates, Inc.Inventors: John R. Nottingham, John Spirk, Craig M. Saunders, Paul E. Brokaw, Bernard M. Malofsky, Richard T. Thompson, Cynthia R. Jaros
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Patent number: 5368199Abstract: The present invention relates to improvements in the design and construction of apparatus for dispensing microwaveable hot melt adhesives and other heat sensitive materials. The apparatus comprises a dispenser which is heated by microwaves and then used to dispense a material therefrom. The dispenser is specifically designed to convert microwave energy into heat and to transfer the heat to the material to be dispensed in a more efficient and/or safe manner.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 1994Date of Patent: November 29, 1994Assignees: Loctite Corporation, Nottingham-Spirk Design Associates, Inc.Inventors: Hans E. Haas, Bernard M. Malofsky, Richard T. Thompson, Cynthia R. Jaros, John R. Nottingham, John Spirk, Craig M. Saunders, Paul E. Brokaw
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Patent number: 5305601Abstract: A fiber/resin composite whose resin phase is formed by at least initial actinic radiation curing of a resin composition comprising an actinic radiation curable first resin component and a second resin component which is non-cured under curing conditions effective for the first resin component. The actinic radiation exposure of the fiber/resin composition effects curing of the first resin component to immobilize the composite and impart structural integrity thereto, whereby the composite may be handled, packaged, or further processed. Filament wound, braided, and pultruded articles are described, together with associated methods for forming such articles by filament winding, braiding and pultrusion. As a specific embodiment, a solid fuel rocket motor is disclosed comprising a solid fuel body in a filament wound fiber-resin composite casing formed by filament winding of the solid fuel body with resin-impregnated filament or rovings thereof.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 1992Date of Patent: April 26, 1994Assignee: Loctite CorporationInventors: Kieran F. Drain, Larry A. Nativi, Richard T. Thompson
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Patent number: 4892764Abstract: A fiber/resin composite whose resin phase is formed by at least initial actinic radiation curing of a resin composition comprising an actinic radiation curable first resin component and a second resin component which is non-cured under curing conditions effective for the first resin component. The actinic radiation exposure of the fiber/resin composition effects curing of the first resin component to immobilize the composite and impart structural integrity thereto, whereby the composite may be handled, packaged, or further processed. Filament wound, braided, and pultruded articles are described, together with associated methods for forming such articles by filament winding, braiding and pultrusion. As a specific embodiment, a solid fuel rocket motor is disclosed comprising a solid fuel body in a filament wound fiber-resin composite casing formed by filament winding of the solid fuel body with resin-impregnated filament or rovings thereof.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 1987Date of Patent: January 9, 1990Assignee: Loctite CorporationInventors: Kieran F. Drain, Larry A. Nativi, Richard T. Thompson
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Patent number: 4719119Abstract: Latent fingerprints are developed by exposing them to vapors generated from a thin film of a storage stable cyanoacrylate monomer and a thixotropic additive in sufficient amount to render the composition substantially non-flowable. The monomer film should have a surface area of at least 129 sq. cm.An envelope package for the monomer composition has inner polyethylene surfaces. The envelope may be peeled open to expose the inner surfaces coated with a film of the composition.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 1984Date of Patent: January 12, 1988Assignee: Loctite CorporationInventors: Richard T. Thompson, Philip Hinkle, Robert B. Carroll
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Patent number: 4550041Abstract: Latent fingerprints are developed by exposing them to vapors generated from a thin film of a storage stable cyanoacrylate monomer and a thixotropic additive in sufficient amount to render the composition substantially non-flowable. The monomer film should have a surface area of at least 129 sq. cm.An envelope package for the monomer composition has inner polyethylene surfaces. The envelope may be peeled open to expose the inner surfaces coated with a film of the composition.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 1984Date of Patent: October 29, 1985Assignee: Loctite CorporationInventors: Richard T. Thompson, Philip Hinkle, Robert B. Carroll
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Patent number: 4203509Abstract: The invention contemplates a cylindrical cargo-roller construction wherein a circumferentially continuous molded-plastic elongate cylindrically annular tire is carried between radial flanges at the ends of a rigid tubular body. The tire is of slightly larger diameter than the flanges, and radial bearings are fitted beneath the radial flanges, so that overloads are sustained directly via the radial flanges, whereas normal loads are distributed along the length of the tire.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 1978Date of Patent: May 20, 1980Assignee: Textron, Inc.Inventors: Richard T. Thompson, Richard J. Matt
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Patent number: 4054337Abstract: The invention contemplates a fabric-lined bearing wherein the fabric is of knitted construction, from yarn consisting primarily of low-friction filaments and high-strength filaments, and wherein the exposed filaments at the bearing interface are primarily oriented to be generally transverse to the predominant direction of intended motion under load at the bearing interface.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 1975Date of Patent: October 18, 1977Assignee: Textron Inc.Inventors: Richard J. Matt, Richard T. Thompson
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Patent number: 4040883Abstract: The invention contemplates a method for making fabric-lined bearing wherein the fabric is of knitted construction, from yarn consisting primarily of low-friction filaments and high-strength filaments, and wherein the exposed filaments at the bearing interface are primarily oriented to be generally transverse to the predominant direction of intended motion under load at the bearing interface.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 1976Date of Patent: August 9, 1977Assignee: Textron, Inc.Inventors: Richard J. Matt, Richard T. Thompson