Patents by Inventor Robert Stephenson

Robert Stephenson 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: 20240358883
    Abstract: Antimicrobial material which is a composite of a matrix component comprising a flexible hydrophilic polymer foam or fiber matrix comprising two matrix faces providing a release face and a reverse face or two release faces, and therebetween a structural matrix framework defining a network of cells having a cell network surface and therein a network of pores or cell openings, and a powder charge component comprising antimicrobial additive or wound care additive, wherein said powder charge is comprised at one said release face or both said faces and/or within said cell network wherein said composite is an assembly of pre-formed matrix component and powder charge component; and asymmetric material which is asymmetric having regard to distribution of said powder charge therein; and material wherein said power charge comprises flowing agent and/or bulking agent and/or binder and wherein said additive and/or flowing agent is co-located with said bulking agent and/or said binder; devices comprising said composite, me
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2024
    Publication date: October 31, 2024
    Inventors: Amy Brewster, Robert Crump, Helene Anne Lecomte, David Stephenson, Matthew Wray
  • Publication number: 20240358958
    Abstract: A headgear system and/or an interface assembly incorporating a headgear system that, in some configurations, is configured to transform from elasticated or “stretchy” behavior to “inelastic” behavior at least in response to normal or expected forces encountered during the intended therapy. In some configurations, upon fitment to the head of a user, the system automatically adjusts toward or to an appropriate size. A headgear portion or assembly for use in combination with a breathing apparatus in some configurations is at least substantially inelastic and is three dimensional in shape. The headgear portion or assembly can comprise a plastic core and a textile casing. The headgear, or part thereof, may also have integrally moulded labels, connectors, adjustment mechanisms and/or grips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2024
    Publication date: October 31, 2024
    Inventors: Brett John Huddart, Jeroen Hammer, Matthew Robert Geoff Slight, Vitaly Kapelevich, David Monroy Felix, Callum Ross Gordon, Bruce Michael Walls, Melissa Catherine Bornholdt, Matthew Roger Stephenson, Paul Mathew Freestone, Ryan Anthony Graham, Mark Arvind McLaren
  • Publication number: 20240342510
    Abstract: A headset apparatus for a subject has an ultrasound transducer mounted within an earpiece of the headset, wherein the ultrasound transducer is configured to nest against an ear of the subject. A headband is coupled to the earpiece and is configured to extend across a parietal region of the head and to provide flexure that exerts a force for urging the ultrasound transducer against a pinna surface of the subject's ear. An alignment projection extending from the earpiece is configured as an alignment feature for positioning the ultrasound transducer against the pinna surface when the alignment projection is seated within the opening of an ear canal of the subject. The transducer and alignment projection are in fixed positions relative to each other within the earpiece.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2024
    Publication date: October 17, 2024
    Applicant: NeurGear
    Inventors: Jonathan Taylor Hacker, Stanley Ward Stephenson, Andrew Robert Slegaitis, Kyle Peyton Legg
  • Patent number: 12102765
    Abstract: A headgear system and/or an interface assembly incorporating a headgear system that, in some configurations, is configured to transform from elasticated or “stretchy” behavior to “inelastic” behavior at least in response to normal or expected forces encountered during the intended therapy. In some configurations, upon fitment to the head of a user, the system automatically adjusts toward or to an appropriate size. A headgear portion or assembly for use in combination with a breathing apparatus in some configurations is at least substantially inelastic and is three dimensional in shape. The headgear portion or assembly can comprise a plastic core and a textile casing. The headgear, or part thereof, may also have integrally moulded labels, connectors, adjustment mechanisms and/or grips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2024
    Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Brett John Huddart, Jeroen Hammer, Matthew Robert Geoff Slight, Vitaly Kapelevich, David Monroy Felix, Callum Ross Gordon, Bruce Michael Walls, Melissa Catherine Bornholdt, Matthew Roger Stephenson, Paul Mathew Freestone, Ryan Anthony Graham, Mark Arvind McLaren
  • Publication number: 20240299683
    Abstract: An interface for positive pressure therapy includes a mask assembly, a headgear assembly and a connection port assembly. The mask assembly comprises a seal member that has an upper portion movably connected to an integrated lower portion, wherein the upper portion rolls during hinging movement of the upper portion relative to the lower portion. The headgear assembly allows connection to the mask assembly in a direction substantially normal to a direction of strap tension. The connection port assembly includes a swivel elbow with a valve member that controls flow through a port that opens toward the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2023
    Publication date: September 12, 2024
    Inventors: Gregory James Olsen, Peter David Alexander Bearne, Leon Edward Evans, Matthew Roger Stephenson, Craig Robert Prentice, Bernard Tsz Lun Ip, Tony William Spear, Mark Arvind McLaren, Roheet Patel, Brad Michael Howarth, Jonathan David Harwood
  • Patent number: 12064523
    Abstract: An antimicrobial material including a composite of a matrix component comprising a flexible hydrophilic polymer foam or fiber matrix comprising two matrix faces providing a release face and a reverse face or two release faces, and therebetween a structural matrix framework defining a network of cells having a cell network surface and therein a network of pores or cell openings, and a powder charge component comprising antimicrobial additive or wound care additive, wherein said powder charge is comprised at one said release face or both said faces and/or within said cell network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2024
    Assignee: Smith & Nephew PLC
    Inventors: Amy Brewster, Robert Crump, Helene Anne Lecomte, David Stephenson, Matthew Wray
  • Patent number: 10549725
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A liquid introduction system is provided for helping to remove dirt from the belt and/or to remove dirt from between the belt and the support deck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: Stephenson Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Bartholomew Boelryk
  • Patent number: 10286763
    Abstract: A tonneau cover having integrated power sources and other accessories includes an outer portion and an inner structural portion. The power source may be one or more solar panels with associated power storage units for storing electrical energy. Accessories may include at least one rear warning sensor attached to a rear facing portion of the tonneau cover and configured to detect a distance to a following vehicle. A visual warning indicator may also be attached to the rear facing portion of the tonneau cover to indicate to the following vehicle when it is following too closely. Side lights and emergency lights integrated into the cover may also be included, as may additional accessories or ports for same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2019
    Inventors: James Capiak, Keith Flatt, Robert Stephenson, II
  • Patent number: 10266154
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A debris deflector is mounted between the upper transport portion and the lower return portion to protect the lower return portion from debris falling through the support deck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: Stephenson Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Paul Adams
  • Publication number: 20180257611
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A liquid introduction system is provided for helping to remove dirt from the belt and/or to remove dirt from between the belt and the support deck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2018
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Inventors: Robert STEPHENSON, Bartholomew BOELRYK
  • Publication number: 20180186221
    Abstract: A tonneau cover having integrated power sources and other accessories includes an outer portion and an inner structural portion. The power source may be one or more solar panels with associated power storage units for storing electrical energy. Accessories may include at least one rear warning sensor attached to a rear facing portion of the tonneau cover and configured to detect a distance to a following vehicle. A visual warning indicator may also be attached to the rear facing portion of the tonneau cover to indicate to the following vehicle when it is following too closely. Side lights and emergency lights integrated into the cover may also be included, as may additional accessories or ports for same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2017
    Publication date: July 5, 2018
    Inventors: James Capiak, Keith Flatt, Robert Stephenson, II
  • Patent number: 9994368
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a closure for an outlet opening of a container comprising a first component which snaps onto an outlet opening and provides a seal for an outlet opening said first component snaps with a second component of said closure; wherein the first component comprises one or more rails to enable stability of the assembly and defines the direction of movement of the second component relative to the first component; a second component comprising a dispensing orifice of said second component, said second component, snaps with said first component; wherein the second component comprises ribs which engage the rail(s) of said first component; a dispensing orifice positioned directly adjacent to the open portion of the container body; wherein one or more directions of the movement of the second component relative to the first component are independently controlled by rails and ribs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Alfredo Pagan, Brian David Andres, Cristian Alexis Violaprioli, Su-Yon McConville, Tuan Huu Nguyen, John Robert Stephenson
  • Publication number: 20180043864
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A debris deflector is mounted between the upper transport portion and the lower return portion to protect the lower return portion from debris falling through the support deck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2017
    Publication date: February 15, 2018
    Inventors: Robert STEPHENSON, Paul ADAMS
  • Patent number: 9745142
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A debris deflector is mounted between the upper transport portion and the lower return portion to protect the lower return portion from debris falling through the support deck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Assignee: Stephenson Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Paul Adams
  • Publication number: 20170217690
    Abstract: In an aspect, a conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line is provided. The conveyor system comprises at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A debris deflector is mounted between the upper transport portion and the lower return portion to protect the lower return portion from debris falling through the support deck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2016
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Paul Adams
  • Publication number: 20170144803
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a closure for an outlet opening of a container comprising a first component which snaps onto an outlet opening and provides a seal for an outlet opening said first component snaps with a second component of said closure; wherein the first component comprises one or more rails to enable stability of the assembly and defines the direction of movement of the second component relative to the first component; a second component comprising a dispensing orifice of said second component, said second component, snaps with said first component; wherein the second component comprises ribs which engage the rail(s) of said first component; a dispensing orifice positioned directly adjacent to the open portion of the container body; wherein one or more directions of the movement of the second component relative to the first component are independently controlled by rails and ribs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Publication date: May 25, 2017
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Alfredo PAGAN, Brian David ANDRES, Cristian Alexis VIOLAPRIOLI, Su-Yon MCCONVILLE, Tuan Huu NGUYEN, John Robert STEPHENSON
  • Patent number: 9650218
    Abstract: A conveyor system for moving a wheeled structure through a service line, the conveyor system including at least one endless belt mounted longitudinally through the service line. The belt has an upper transport portion for moving the vehicle through the service line, and a lower return portion with a support deck below the upper transport portion to support the belt. A debris deflector is mounted between the upper transport portion and the lower return portion to protect the lower return portion from debris falling through the support deck. A heater is mounted between the debris deflector and the support deck along at least a portion of the length of the service line. The debris deflector and the support deck define a region of higher heat concentration relative to an area below the debris deflector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Assignee: Stephenson Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Paul Adams
  • Patent number: 9558939
    Abstract: A method for making a semiconductor device may include forming a plurality of spaced apart structures on a semiconductor substrate within a semiconductor processing chamber, with each structure including a plurality of stacked groups of layers. Each group of layers may include a plurality of stacked base silicon monolayers defining a base semiconductor portion and at least one oxygen monolayer constrained within a crystal lattice of adjacent base silicon portions. Furthermore, the oxygen monolayers may be formed using N2O as an oxygen source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: ATOMERA INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Robert Stephenson, Nyles Cody
  • Publication number: 20150299298
    Abstract: Binding agents able to disrupt bacterial biofilms of diverse origin are described, including monoclonal antibodies suitable for administration to a selected species and decoy nucleic acids. Methods to prevent formation of or to dissolve biofilms with these binding agents are also described. Immunogens for eliciting antibodies to disrupt biofilms are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Publication date: October 22, 2015
    Inventors: Lawrence M. KAUVAR, Stefan RYSER, Angeles ESTELLES, Robert STEPHENSON, Reyna J. SIMON, Omar NOURZAIE
  • Publication number: 20150197558
    Abstract: Binding agents able to disrupt bacterial biofilms of diverse origin are described, including monoclonal antibodies suitable for administration to a selected species and decoy nucleic acids. Methods to prevent formation of or to dissolve biofilms with these binding agents are also described. Immunogens for eliciting antibodies to disrupt biofilms are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2015
    Publication date: July 16, 2015
    Inventors: Lawrence M. KAUVAR, Stefan RYSER, Angeles ESTELLES, Robert STEPHENSON, Reyna J. SIMON, Omar NOURZAIE