Patents by Inventor Robert M. HUMMEL
Robert M. HUMMEL 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: 20190313582Abstract: Methods and systems for generating a plasma-activated liquid or gas, and applying the plasma-activated liquid for agricultural use. A system embodiment includes a hand-held device that can be pointed and directed at different target areas of a plant. A method embodiment includes generating a plasma discharge in a gas environment or a liquid environment, and applying the gas/liquid to a plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2018Publication date: October 17, 2019Applicant: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. HUMMEL, Gregory A. WATSON, Emilia KULAGA, Marc C. JACOFSKY
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Publication number: 20190254154Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. WATSON, Robert M. HUMMEL, Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY
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Patent number: 10064263Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2017Date of Patent: August 28, 2018Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Patent number: 9744372Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating diseases and disorders comprising applying a therapeutically effective dose of cold plasma. In particular examples, the diseases and disorders include, but are not limited to, diseases and disorders of the skin, musculoskeletal, and immune systems.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2016Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky, Robert M. Hummel
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Publication number: 20170156200Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2017Publication date: June 1, 2017Applicant: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Patent number: 9656095Abstract: A nozzle for attachment to a cold plasma device configured to maintain delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can have many different shaped apertures to support different applications requiring different shaped cold plasma plumes. Use of a disc of foam material within a nozzle can expand the size of aperture of a nozzle while maintaining delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can be an elongated cannula tube for internal delivery of a cold plasma treatment. The cannula tube can provide an aperture at its distal end or one or more apertures along its length. A shroud can partially enclose the distal aperture of the nozzle. A sterile sleeve can be used in conjunction with a nozzle to provide a sterile means of attachment and operation of the nozzle with a cold plasma device. In addition, various shaped apertures may be deployed to provide selective targeting of the cold plasma to a treatment area, while shielding other biological structures from cold plasma exposure.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2015Date of Patent: May 23, 2017Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Patent number: 9570273Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2015Date of Patent: February 14, 2017Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Publication number: 20160375263Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating diseases and disorders comprising applying a therapeutically effective dose of cold plasma. In particular examples, the diseases and disorders include, but are not limited to, diseases and disorders of the skin, musculoskeletal, and immune systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Applicant: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY, Robert M. HUMMEL
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Publication number: 20160271412Abstract: A system including a cold plasma treatment system, including a controller configured to produce an electrical signal that generates cold plasma, a cold plasma applicator coupled to the controller, including a roller with at least one cold plasma generating region and at least one massage region, wherein the cold plasma applicator is configured to provide a cold plasma treatment and a massage treatment with the at least one cold plasma generating region and a massage treatment with the at least one massage region.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, Steven A. Myers
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Publication number: 20160271411Abstract: A system including a cold plasma pressure treatment system including a pump configured to produce negative pressure at a first cold plasma treatment region, and a controller configured to control negative pressure at the first cold plasma treatment region with the pump and an electrical signal that forms cold plasma.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Robert M. Hummel, David J. Jacofsky, Marc C. Jacofsky, Jeffrey I. Meyers, Steven A. Myers
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Patent number: 9440057Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating diseases and disorders comprising applying a therapeutically effective dose of cold plasma. In particular examples, the diseases and disorders include, but are not limited to, diseases and disorders of the skin, musculoskeletal, and immune systems.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2013Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky, Robert M. Hummel
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Patent number: 9384947Abstract: A cold plasma mask application device for delivery of a cold plasma to the face of a patient. An appropriate gas is introduced into a gas containment area that is energized by one or more electrodes that receive energy from a pulsed source. The plasma can be prevented from contact with the patient's face, or can be allowed to make contact with the patient's face at the appropriate treatment area. A three-layer approach to the manufacture of the cold plasma mask application device is also described. Such a device and method can be used to treat acne as well as complex facial wounds such as those resulting from trauma, melanoma, and other cancers of the face, rosacea, and psoriasis.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Publication number: 20160106993Abstract: A nozzle for attachment to a cold plasma device configured to maintain delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can have many different shaped apertures to support different applications requiring different shaped cold plasma plumes. Use of a disc of foam material within a nozzle can expand the size of aperture of a nozzle while maintaining delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can be an elongated cannula tube for internal delivery of a cold plasma treatment. The cannula tube can provide an aperture at its distal end or one or more apertures along its length. A shroud can partially enclose the distal aperture of the nozzle. A sterile sleeve can be used in conjunction with a nozzle to provide a sterile means of attachment and operation of the nozzle with a cold plasma device. In addition, various shaped apertures may be deployed to provide selective targeting of the cold plasma to a treatment area, while shielding other biological structures from cold plasma exposure.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2015Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Gregory A. WATSON, Robert M. HUMMEL, Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY
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Patent number: 9257264Abstract: A gas cartridge is described that is configured to provide sufficient gas to support cold plasma generation for a specific medical process. The gas cartridge has a seal that is pierced upon connection of the gas cartridge to the cold plasma delivery system. Different embodiments are described that use different connection locations between the gas cartridge and the cold plasma delivery system. A shroud is also described that shields the user if the cold plasma delivery system is dropped and the gas cartridge ruptures. Use of an ID system assists in ensuring that the correct gas mixture, correct gas cartridge and correct power supply settings are used for the particular medical treatment process.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hummel, Gregory A. Watson, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Patent number: 9192776Abstract: A nozzle for attachment to a cold plasma device configured to maintain delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can have many different shaped apertures to support different applications requiring different shaped cold plasma plumes. Use of a disc of foam material within a nozzle can expand the size of aperture of a nozzle while maintaining delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can be an elongated cannula tube for internal delivery of a cold plasma treatment. The cannula tube can provide an aperture at its distal end or one or more apertures along its length. A shroud can partially enclose the distal aperture of the nozzle. A sterile sleeve can be used in conjunction with a nozzle to provide a sterile means of attachment and operation of the nozzle with a cold plasma device.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: November 24, 2015Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hummel, Gregory A. Watson, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Publication number: 20150221476Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2015Publication date: August 6, 2015Inventors: Gregory A. WATSON, Robert M. HUMMEL, Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY
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Patent number: 9006976Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Assignee: Plasmology4, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. Watson, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky
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Publication number: 20140171854Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of treating diseases and disorders comprising applying a therapeutically effective dose of cold plasma. In particular examples, the diseases and disorders include, but are not limited to, diseases and disorders of the skin, musculoskeletal, and immune systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2013Publication date: June 19, 2014Inventors: Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. Jacofsky, Robert M. Hummel
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Publication number: 20130068732Abstract: A nozzle for attachment to a cold plasma device configured to maintain delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can have many different shaped apertures to support different applications requiring different shaped cold plasma plumes. Use of a disc of foam material within a nozzle can expand the size of aperture of a nozzle while maintaining delivery of a stable cold plasma. The nozzle can be an elongated cannula tube for internal delivery of a cold plasma treatment. The cannula tube can provide an aperture at its distal end or one or more apertures along its length. A shroud can partially enclose the distal aperture of the nozzle. A sterile sleeve can be used in conjunction with a nozzle to provide a sterile means of attachment and operation of the nozzle with a cold plasma device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Applicant: Cold Plasma Medical Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. WATSON, Robert M. HUMMEL, Marc C. JACOFSKY, David J. JACOFSKY
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Publication number: 20130072860Abstract: A compact cold plasma device for generating cold plasma having temperatures in the range 65 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The compact cold plasma device has a magnet-free configuration and an induction-grid-free configuration. An additional configuration uses an induction grid in place of the input electrode to generate the cold plasma. A high voltage power supply is provided that includes a controllable switch to release energy from a capacitor bank to a dual resonance RF transformer. A controller adjusts the energy input to the capacitor bank, as well as the trigger to the controllable switch.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Applicant: Cold Plasma Medical Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Gregory A. WATSON, Robert M. Hummel, Marc C. Jacofsky, David J. Jacofsky