Patents by Inventor Robert Nolan

Robert Nolan 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).

  • Publication number: 20220176148
    Abstract: Systems and method relate to administering phototherapy. A device includes a hollow structure having at least a first open end. The hollow structure includes a rotatable member, one or more coherent light generators, and, for each coherent light generator, one or more lenses or mirrors optically connected to the coherent light generator and configured to alter at least one aspect of a beam of coherent light. The device further includes a processing circuit including a processor and a memory storing instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to accept an input from an operator and generate one or more beams of coherent light according to a plurality of settings configured to produce a therapeutic effect at a targeted treatment site. Additionally, the rotatable member is configured to be rotated to direct the one or more beams of coherent light to the targeted treatment site.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2022
    Publication date: June 9, 2022
    Applicant: GlobaLaseReach, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Nolan Hetz
  • Patent number: 11318323
    Abstract: Systems and method relate to administering phototherapy. A device includes a hollow structure having at least a first open end. The hollow structure includes a rotatable member, one or more coherent light generators, and, for each coherent light generator, one or more lenses or mirrors optically connected to the coherent light generator and configured to alter at least one aspect of a beam of coherent light. The device further includes a processing circuit including a processor and a memory storing instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to accept an input from an operator and generate one or more beams of coherent light according to a plurality of settings configured to produce a therapeutic effect at a targeted treatment site. Additionally, the rotatable member is configured to be rotated to direct the one or more beams of coherent light to the targeted treatment site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2022
    Assignee: GlobaLaseReach, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Nolan Hetz, David E. Stoltzmann
  • Patent number: 11260239
    Abstract: Systems and method relate to administering phototherapy. A device includes a hollow structure having at least a first open end. The hollow structure includes a rotatable member, one or more coherent light generators, and, for each coherent light generator, one or more lenses or mirrors optically connected to the coherent light generator and configured to alter at least one aspect of a beam of coherent light. The device further includes a processing circuit including a processor and a memory storing instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to accept an input from an operator and generate one or more beams of coherent light according to a plurality of settings configured to produce a therapeutic effect at a targeted treatment site. Additionally, the rotatable member is configured to be rotated to direct the one or more beams of coherent light to the targeted treatment site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2022
    Assignee: GlobaLaseReach, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Nolan Hetz
  • Patent number: 11235193
    Abstract: A resistance system is disclosed. The resistance system has a line reel system for deploying a tension line and a power system for drawing in the slack line. The resistance value can be set by a subject using the device by using a resistance controller and indicator located on an outer surface of the system. The system can be self-contained with an internal power supply. The system is particularly useful for swim training or rehabilitation. It can be simply operated by a user without removing the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2022
    Assignee: University of Tennessee Research Foundation
    Inventors: Kelsey Ann McConachie, Isaac Robert Nolan, Thao Nguyen Strong, Ryan Joseph Tinker
  • Publication number: 20200384287
    Abstract: Systems and method relate to administering phototherapy. A device includes a hollow structure having at least a first open end. The hollow structure includes a rotatable member, one or more coherent light generators, and, for each coherent light generator, one or more lenses or mirrors optically connected to the coherent light generator and configured to alter at least one aspect of a beam of coherent light. The device further includes a processing circuit including a processor and a memory storing instructions. The instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to accept an input from an operator and generate one or more beams of coherent light according to a plurality of settings configured to produce a therapeutic effect at a targeted treatment site. Additionally, the rotatable member is configured to be rotated to direct the one or more beams of coherent light to the targeted treatment site.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2020
    Publication date: December 10, 2020
    Inventor: Robert Nolan HETZ
  • Publication number: 20190375473
    Abstract: Ground vehicles that may include flight capability are described. In some examples, a vehicle frame may include a main support and at least two auxiliary supports, with the main support disposed substantially along the centerline of the vehicle, and the at least two auxiliary supports extending upward and outward from the main support. In some examples, vehicles may include an inflatable airfoil, such as a ram air parachute, that includes stiffeners on or about a leading edge of the airfoil. In some examples, vehicles may include a front wheelbase attached to the main support and/or auxiliary supports, a rear wheelbase attached to the main support and/or auxiliary supports, a ground steering mechanism connected to the front wheelbase and/or the rear wheelbase, a motor connected to a propeller, and a propeller shroud at least partially encircling the propeller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2019
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Publication number: 20190009626
    Abstract: A ground vehicle with flight capability is described including a deployable airfoil configured to deploy from a stowed configuration to a deployed configuration, preferably during ground locomotion of the vehicle. The vehicle also includes a deployment mechanism for automatically deploying the airfoil from the stowed configuration to the deployed configuration. An automated retrieval mechanism may also be included for returning the airfoil to the stowed configuration. Also described are methods of transitioning a vehicle from ground locomotion to flight, including deploying a ram-air airfoil from a stowed configuration to a deployed configuration during ground locomotion of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2018
    Publication date: January 10, 2019
    Inventors: Robert Nolan, Austin Blue, Linden S. Blue
  • Patent number: 9745435
    Abstract: Composition and method for making a multi-layer bio-based film having one or more cavitated layers. In one aspect, the multilayer flexible film has polylactic acid, an inorganic filler, and a cavitation stabilizer making up at least one film layer. In one aspect, the barrier web has a cavitated bio-based film layer. In another aspect, the print web has a cavitated bio-based film layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Assignee: Frito-Lay North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Nolan Cotton, Kenneth Scott Laverdure, Deepali Palta, Brad Dewayne Rodgers
  • Publication number: 20170225728
    Abstract: Ground vehicles that may include flight capability are described. In some examples, a vehicle frame may include a main support and at least two auxiliary supports, with the main support disposed substantially along the centerline of the vehicle, and the at least two auxiliary supports extending upward and outward from the main support. In some examples, vehicles may include an inflatable airfoil, such as a ram air parachute, that includes stiffeners on or about a leading edge of the airfoil. In some examples, vehicles may include a front wheelbase attached to the main support and/or auxiliary supports, a rear wheelbase attached to the main support and/or auxiliary supports, a ground steering mechanism connected to the front wheelbase and/or the rear wheelbase, a motor connected to a propeller, and a propeller shroud at least partially encircling the propeller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2017
    Publication date: August 10, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Patent number: 9682620
    Abstract: Air-ground vehicle fuel tank configurations and associated features are described that can be incorporated in the structural design of a vehicle in ways that improve both the ground mobility and flight capability of the vehicle. A vehicle frame may include a fuel tank with a main tank and two or more auxiliary tanks. The main tank may be disposed along the centerline of the vehicle, and the auxiliary tanks may extend upward and outward from the main tank, for example forming a ā€œVā€ shape when viewed from the front. The auxiliary tanks may be substantially arc-shaped, when viewed from the side of the vehicle, and may be attached to the main tank at each end of the arc-shape. Each of the auxiliary tanks may include an attachment mechanism configured to attach to an airfoil suspension at or near an apex of the auxiliary tanks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: Paragrine Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Patent number: 9656526
    Abstract: Ground vehicles that may include flight capability are described. In some examples, a vehicle frame may include a fuel tank with a main tank and at least two auxiliary tanks, with the main tank disposed substantially along the centerline of the vehicle, and the at least two auxiliary tanks extending upward and outward from the main tank. In some examples, vehicles may include a chassis, a cage attached to the chassis, a front wheelbase attached to the chassis and/or cage, a rear wheelbase attached to the chassis and/or cage, a ground steering mechanism connected to the front wheelbase and/or the rear wheelbase, a motor connected to a propeller, and a propeller shroud at least partially encircling the propeller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Paragrine Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Patent number: 9630304
    Abstract: A compressor mounting assembly that supports a variety of compressors and may be adapted to attach to a vehicle is disclosed herein. The compressor mounting assembly may contain structure that allows pivoting, rotation, and vertical adjustment to facilitate on-site testing, inspection, and/or manipulation of the compressor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignee: Donan Solutions, LLC
    Inventor: Robert A. Nolan, III
  • Publication number: 20160122490
    Abstract: Composition and method for making a multi-layer bio-based film having one or more cavitated layers. In one aspect, the multilayer flexible film has polylactic acid, an inorganic filler, and a cavitation stabilizer making up at least one film layer. In one aspect, the barrier web has a cavitated bio-based film layer. In another aspect, the print web has a cavitated bio-based film layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2016
    Publication date: May 5, 2016
    Inventors: Robert Nolan COTTON, Kenneth Scott LAVERDURE, Deepali PALTA, Brad Dewayne RODGERS
  • Patent number: 9267011
    Abstract: Composition and method for making a multi-layer bio-based film having one or more cavitated layers. In one aspect, the multilayer flexible film has polylactic acid, an inorganic filler, and a cavitation stabilizer making up at least one film layer. In one aspect, the barrier web has a cavitated bio-based film layer. In another aspect, the print web has a cavitated bio-based film layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: Frito-Lay North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Nolan Cotton, Kenneth Scott Laverdure, Deepali Palta, Brad Dewayne Rodgers
  • Publication number: 20150266349
    Abstract: Ground vehicles that may include flight capability are described. In some examples, a vehicle frame may include a fuel tank with a main tank and at least two auxiliary tanks, with the main tank disposed substantially along the centerline of the vehicle, and the at least two auxiliary tanks extending upward and outward from the main tank. In some examples, vehicles may include a chassis, a cage attached to the chassis, a front wheelbase attached to the chassis and/or cage, a rear wheelbase attached to the chassis and/or cage, a ground steering mechanism connected to the front wheelbase and/or the rear wheelbase, a motor connected to a propeller, and a propeller shroud at least partially encircling the propeller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Publication number: 20150210161
    Abstract: Air-ground vehicle fuel tank configurations and associated features are described that can be incorporated in the structural design of a vehicle in ways that improve both the ground mobility and flight capability of the vehicle. A vehicle frame may include a fuel tank with a main tank and two or more auxiliary tanks The main tank may be disposed along the centerline of the vehicle, and the auxiliary tanks may extend upward and outward from the main tank, for example forming a ā€œVā€ shape when viewed from the front. The auxiliary tanks may be substantially arc-shaped, when viewed from the side of the vehicle, and may be attached to the main tank at each end of the arc-shape. Each of the auxiliary tanks may include an attachment mechanism configured to attach to an airfoil suspension at or near an apex of the auxiliary tanks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Publication date: July 30, 2015
    Inventor: Robert Nolan
  • Publication number: 20150051227
    Abstract: The present invention provides a predictive biomarker whose expression level is useful for identifying patients responsive to a therapeutically effective dose of a CDK inhibitor. In one embodiment of the invention, the predictive biomarker is the ratio of MCL-1 to BCL-xL (MCL-1:BCL-xL ratio) and the CDK inhibitor is SCH 927965 (Dinaciclib).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2013
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Robert Nolan Booher, Heather A. Hirsch, Leigh Scott Zawel, Stephen Eric Fawell
  • Publication number: 20130251988
    Abstract: Composition and method for making a multi-layer bio-based film having one or more cavitated layers. In one aspect, the multilayer flexible film has polylactic acid, an inorganic filler, and a cavitation stabilizer making up at least one film layer. In one aspect, the barrier web has a cavitated bio-based film layer. In another aspect, the print web has a cavitated bio-based film layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2012
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Applicant: FRITO-LAY NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Robert Nolan COTTON, Kenneth Scott LAVERDURE, Deepali PALTA, Brad Dewayne RODGERS
  • Patent number: 8377111
    Abstract: Medical devices, particularly stents, suitable for drug delivery and including a porous structure and/or colors are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry O'Brien, Brian Brown, Robert Nolan
  • Patent number: 8182859
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, processes, and systems for delivering therapeutic agent to a medical device. Under some methods, processes, and systems of the invention, particles including a magnetic material and a therapeutic agent may be directed towards a medical device via magnetic attraction. In another embodiment particles including a magnetic material may force a therapeutic agent/solvent solution into porous matrix by using a magnetic attraction. In still another embodiment, a medical device having at least a portion thereof including a magnetic material is used to attract and adhere particles comprising magnetic material and therapeutic agent to a target surface of the medical device, wherein the particles are fused to the target surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Liliana Atanasoska, Aiden Flanagan, Timothy O'Connor, David McMorrow, Robert Nolan, Anthony Malone, Jan Weber