Patents by Inventor Robert Niichel

Robert Niichel 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).

  • Patent number: 11224383
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: VELOCE CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Kevin McWilliams, John English, Amir H. Torbati, Christopher M. Yakacki
  • Publication number: 20210268244
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to deliver the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator. In an example, the active ingredient is released into the external environment, whereas in another example, the active ingredient is injected into the external environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2021
    Publication date: September 2, 2021
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Douglas A. Miller
  • Publication number: 20210228492
    Abstract: Various embodiments of modified-release multiparticulates (in bead or granule from) are described. The modified-release multiparticulates can comprise a core including a pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent, optionally with additional excipients or binders to aid in creation of the core, one or more functional coatings disposed on the core and configured to provide a modified-release profile of the pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent when given orally, and a coating of hypromellose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) disposed on the one or more functional coatings and configured to impart multiparticulate stability in aqueous acidic media. Suspensions including the modified-release multiparticulates are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2020
    Publication date: July 29, 2021
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Samuel Reinhold, III, Clayton J. Nelsen, Dan A. Finkbeiner, Roy J. McDaniel, Andrew D. Padilla
  • Publication number: 20210121403
    Abstract: Methods of preparing free-flowing powder from cannabinoid oils, including, but not limited to broad or full spectrum cannabidiol (CBD) oil, generally include granulating a cannabinoid oil with a granulating agent to form a granulated mixture, mixing a binder and/or filler with the granulated mixture to adjust the size of the granules in the granulated mixture, and mixing flow agent with the granulated mixture. The methods described herein can also include mixing bioavailability enhancer with the granulated mixture to improve the bioavailability of the cannabinoid compound in the free-flowing powder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2020
    Publication date: April 29, 2021
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Dan A. Finkbeiner, Clayton J. Nelsen
  • Patent number: 10912515
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: Veloce Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Douglas A. Miller
  • Patent number: 10765635
    Abstract: Various embodiments of modified-release multiparticulates (in bead or granule from) are described. The modified-release multiparticulates can comprise a core including a pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent, optionally with additional excipients or binders to aid in creation of the core, one or more functional coatings disposed on the core and configured to provide a modified-release profile of the pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent when given orally, and a coating of hypromellose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) disposed on the one or more functional coatings and configured to impart multiparticulate stability in aqueous acidic media. Suspensions including the modified-release multiparticulates are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2020
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Samuel Reinhold, III, Clayton J. Nelsen, Dan A. Finkbeiner, Roy J. McDaniel, Andrew D. Padilla
  • Publication number: 20200276202
    Abstract: A layered microbead suitable for incorporating into a non-prescription consumable product is disclosed. The layered microbead may include a core and at least one active ingredient layer encapsulating the core. The active ingredient in the core can be different from the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The active ingredient in the core can be selected to counteract or enhance the effect of the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The layered microbead can further incorporate microspheres of active ingredient surrounded by polymer material. Method of manufacturing microspheres and microbeads are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2019
    Publication date: September 3, 2020
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20200146632
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2020
    Publication date: May 14, 2020
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Douglas A. Miller
  • Publication number: 20200046294
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2019
    Publication date: February 13, 2020
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Kevin McWilliams, John English, Amir H. Torbati, Christopher M. Yakacki
  • Publication number: 20200046293
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2019
    Publication date: February 13, 2020
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Kevin McWilliams, John English, Amir H. Torbati, Christopher M. Yakacki
  • Patent number: 10512650
    Abstract: A layered microbead suitable for incorporating into a non-prescription consumable product is disclosed. The layered microbead may include a core and at least one active ingredient layer encapsulating the core. The active ingredient in the core can be different from the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The active ingredient in the core can be selected to counteract or enhance the effect of the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The layered microbead can further incorporate microspheres of active ingredient surrounded by polymer material. Method of manufacturing microspheres and microbeads are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: Nano Pharmaceutical Laboratories LLC
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20190240163
    Abstract: Various embodiments of modified-release multiparticulates (in bead or granule from) are described. The modified-release multiparticulates can comprise a core including a pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent, optionally with additional excipients or binders to aid in creation of the core, one or more functional coatings disposed on the core and configured to provide a modified-release profile of the pharmaceutical and/or probiotic agent when given orally, and a coating of hypromellose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) disposed on the one or more functional coatings and configured to impart multiparticulate stability in aqueous acidic media. Suspensions including the modified-release multiparticulates are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2019
    Publication date: August 8, 2019
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Samuel Reinhold, III, Clayton J. Nelsen, Dan A. Finkbeiner, Roy J. McDaniel, Andrew D. Padilla
  • Publication number: 20180369248
    Abstract: A layered microbead suitable for incorporating into a non-prescription consumable product is disclosed. The layered microbead may include a core and at least one active ingredient layer encapsulating the core. The active ingredient in the core can be different from the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The active ingredient in the core can be selected to counteract or enhance the effect of the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The layered microbead can further incorporate microspheres of active ingredient surrounded by polymer material. Method of manufacturing microspheres and microbeads are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2018
    Publication date: December 27, 2018
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Patent number: 9931344
    Abstract: A layered microbead suitable for incorporating into a non-prescription consumable product is disclosed. The layered microbead may include a core and at least one active ingredient layer encapsulating the core. The active ingredient in the core can be different from the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The active ingredient in the core can be selected to counteract or enhance the effect of the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The layered microbead can further incorporate microspheres of active ingredient surrounded by polymer material. Method of manufacturing microspheres and microbeads are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2018
    Assignee: Nano Pharmaceutical Laboratories, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20170325746
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2017
    Publication date: November 16, 2017
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Kevin McWilliams, John English, Amir H. Torbati, Christopher M. Yakacki
  • Patent number: 9750923
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2017
    Assignee: Velóce Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Niichel, Kevin McWilliams, John English, Amir H. Torbati, Christopher M. Yakacki
  • Publication number: 20170196813
    Abstract: Sustained-released beads providing active ingredients over an extended period of time to an individual orally ingesting the sustained release beads. The sustained-release beads can be part of a suspension wherein the sustained-release beads are suspended and evenly dispersed in the suspension. Binding agents are used to form the structural framework of the sustained released beads and retain the active ingredients without chemical or electrical bonding. The components of the dispersion medium are GRAS designated, making the suspension suitable for use as a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2017
    Publication date: July 13, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20170196814
    Abstract: Sustained-released beads providing active ingredients over an extended period of time to an individual orally ingesting the sustained release beads. The sustained-release beads can be part of a suspension wherein the sustained-release beads are suspended and evenly dispersed in the suspension. Binding agents are used to form the structural framework of the sustained released beads and retain the active ingredients without chemical or electrical bonding. The components of the dispersion medium are GRAS designated, making the suspension suitable for use as a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2017
    Publication date: July 13, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20170119684
    Abstract: Sustained-released beads providing active ingredients over an extended period of time to an individual orally ingesting the sustained release beads. The sustained-release beads can be part of a suspension wherein the sustained-release beads are suspended and evenly dispersed in the suspension. Binding agents are used to form the structural framework of the sustained released beads and retain the active ingredients without chemical or electrical bonding. The components of the dispersion medium are GRAS designated, making the suspension suitable for use as a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2017
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Niichel
  • Publication number: 20160199378
    Abstract: A layered microbead suitable for incorporating into a non-prescription consumable product is disclosed. The layered microbead may include a core and at least one active ingredient layer encapsulating the core. The active ingredient in the core can be different from the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The active ingredient in the core can be selected to counteract or enhance the effect of the active ingredient in the encapsulating layer. The layered microbead can further incorporate microspheres of active ingredient surrounded by polymer material. Method of manufacturing microspheres and microbeads are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Niichel