Patents by Inventor Rodger Smith

Rodger Smith 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: 9416185
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: TEVA BIOPHARMACEUTICALS USA, INC.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen, Bridget A. Cooksey
  • Publication number: 20140315250
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Applicant: TEVA Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger SMITH, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen, Bridget A. Cooksey
  • Patent number: 8728482
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: TEVA Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen, Bridget A. Cooksey
  • Publication number: 20130323240
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to antigen-binding polypeptides, or variants or derivatives thereof which specifically bind the LIGHT polypeptide. The invention is also directed to methods of making and using such antibodies specifically in the treatment or diagnosis of immune, inflammatory and malignant diseases or conditions (e.g. inflammatory bowel disease; Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and transplantation).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2013
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Applicant: TEVA Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Bridget A. Cooksey, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen
  • Patent number: 8524869
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to antigen-binding polypeptides, or variants or derivatives thereof which specifically bind the LIGHT polypeptide. The invention is also directed to methods of making and using such antibodies specifically in the treatment or diagnosis of immune, inflammatory and malignant diseases or conditions (e.g. inflammatory bowel disease; Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and transplantation).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Teva Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Bridget A. Cooksey, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen
  • Patent number: 8435522
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to the receptor CXCR3. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may be used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with CXCR3 function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: Teva Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke
  • Publication number: 20120308480
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen, Bridget A. Cooksey
  • Patent number: 8303038
    Abstract: A vehicle head restraint assembly may be provided with a support rod adapted to be mounted to a seat back of a vehicle seat. A rear housing may be mounted to the support rod. A front housing may be pivotally connected to the support rod. A locking arm may be mounted to one of the support rod and the front housing. A release mechanism may be mounted to one of the front housing and the rear housing and operably engaged with the locking arm. Actuation of the release mechanism may disengage the locking arm to pivot the front housing forward relative to the support rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Lear Corporation
    Inventor: Rodger Smith
  • Patent number: 8263743
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to the receptor TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Teva Biopharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen, Bridget A. Cooksey
  • Patent number: 8177256
    Abstract: A vehicle seat includes a frame and a pad having a portion. A trim cover at least partially surrounds the frame and the portion of the pad. The trim cover includes a tear seam formed therein and has an underside disposed adjacent the portion of the pad. The seat further includes an airbag module having an inflator, a housing defining an opening, and an airbag deployable from a folded position within the housing to an expanded position extending outwardly through the opening of the housing. The seat further includes a deflector having a first portion mounted on the frame and a second portion extending outwardly from the first portion. During deployment of the airbag, the second portion flexes relative to the first portion to move the portion of the pad away from the underside of the trim cover. The airbag is directed between the deflector and the underside of the trim material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Assignee: Lear Corporation
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Rainer Penzel
  • Publication number: 20120100074
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to antigen-binding polypeptides, or variants or derivatives thereof which specifically bind the LIGHT polypeptide. The invention is also directed to methods of making and using such antibodies specifically in the treatment or diagnosis of immune, inflammatory and malignant diseases or conditions (e.g. inflammatory bowel disease; Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and transplantation).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2010
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Bridget A. Cooksey, Viktor Roschke, Craig Rosen
  • Patent number: 8035574
    Abstract: A multi-trunk antenna structure that includes a main trunk and a plurality of upper trunks is provided. The upper trunks extend upwardly at a desired angle from the main trunk and provide a desired girth of the structure near the top. A plurality of antennas are attached to desired upper trunks at a desired height above ground level. The antennas can be adjusted to a desire azimuth. The antenna structure can include branches so that it resembles a Eucalyptus tree, an Oak tree, or other type of tree. The trunks of the structure can provide raceways for antenna cabling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2011
    Assignee: Solar Communications International, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Renfro, Rodger Smith
  • Publication number: 20100053021
    Abstract: A multi-trunk antenna structure that includes a main trunk and a plurality of upper trunks is provided. The upper trunks extend upwardly at a desired angle from the main trunk and provide a desired girth of the structure near the top. A plurality of antennas are attached to desired upper trunks at a desired height above ground level. The antennas can be adjusted to a desire azimuth. The antenna structure can include branches so that it resembles a Eucalyptus tree, an Oak tree, or other type of tree. The trunks of the structure can provide raceways for antenna cabling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Applicant: SOLAR COMMUNICATIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Robert Renfro, Rodger Smith
  • Publication number: 20100047238
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to the receptor CXCR3. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may be used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with CXCR3 function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2008
    Publication date: February 25, 2010
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Palanisamy Kanakaraj, Viktor Roschke
  • Publication number: 20100019559
    Abstract: A vehicle head restraint assembly may be provided with a support rod adapted to be mounted to a seat back of a vehicle seat. A rear housing may be mounted to the support rod. A front housing may be pivotally connected to the support rod. A locking arm may be mounted to one of the support rod and the front housing. A release mechanism may be mounted to one of the front housing and the rear housing and operably engaged with the locking arm. Actuation of the release mechanism may disengage the locking arm to pivot the front housing forward relative to the support rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2008
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: Lear Corporation
    Inventor: Rodger Smith
  • Publication number: 20090280116
    Abstract: Disclosed are humanized antibodies that bind specifically to the receptor TNF superfamily member 15 (TNFSF15), also known as TL1A. Methods of making and using the anti-TL1A antibodies are also described. The humanized antibodies may be antagonists and may used to treat or diagnose conditions associated with TL1A function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventors: Rodger SMITH, Palanisamy KANAKARAJ, Viktor ROSCHKE, Craig ROSEN
  • Patent number: 7616170
    Abstract: A multi-trunk antenna structure that includes a main trunk and a plurality of upper trunks. The upper trunks extend upwardly at a desired angle from the main trunk and provide a desired girth of the structure near the top. A plurality of antennas are attached to desired upper trunks at a desired height above ground level. The antennas can be adjusted to a desire azimuth. The antenna structure can include branches so that it resembles a Eucalyptus tree, an Oak tree, or other type of tree. The trunks of the structure can provide raceways for antenna cabling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2009
    Assignee: Solar Communications International, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Renfro, Rodger Smith
  • Publication number: 20080284143
    Abstract: A vehicle seat includes a frame and a pad having a portion. A trim cover at least partially surrounds the frame and the portion of the pad. The trim cover includes a tear seam formed therein and has an underside disposed adjacent the portion of the pad. The seat further includes an airbag module having an inflator, a housing defining an opening, and an airbag deployable from a folded position within the housing to an expanded position extending outwardly through the opening of the housing. The seat further includes a deflector having a first portion mounted on the frame and a second portion extending outwardly from the first portion. During deployment of the airbag, the second portion flexes relative to the first portion to move the portion of the pad away from the underside of the trim cover. The airbag is directed between the deflector and the underside of the trim material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2008
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Inventors: Rodger Smith, Rainer Penzel
  • Publication number: 20080012784
    Abstract: A multi-trunk antenna structure that includes a main trunk and a plurality of upper trunks. The upper trunks extend upwardly at a desired angle from the main trunk and provide a desired girth of the structure near the top. A plurality of antennas are attached to desired upper trunks at a desired height above ground level. The antennas can be adjusted to a desire azimuth. The antenna structure can include branches so that it resembles a Eucalyptus tree, an Oak tree, or other type of tree. The trunks of the structure can provide raceways for antenna cabling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Publication date: January 17, 2008
    Inventors: ROBERT RENFRO, RODGER SMITH
  • Publication number: 20070083415
    Abstract: A computerized method, apparatus, and system for office administration, reporting, commissions, order processing, support for recruiting, training, retention, and website replication, as well as other support functions may be provided over the Internet. Product presentations, lead capture, and other interactions with web visitors may be provided for distributors in a network marketing company, along with preformulated materials and personal contacts from supervisors through a combination of front office servers, back office servers, and field office servers. The system may direct and redirect leads acquired over the Internet throughout an organization based on questionnaires, interests of a contact, and qualifications of distributors by objectively matching contacts as leads to distributors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2006
    Publication date: April 12, 2007
    Inventors: Ken Forrest, Ken Meads, Rodger Smith, Nathan Best