Patents by Inventor Scott Hay
Scott Hay 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: 20120190935Abstract: A blade assembly has a blade body and a blade body surround. A retractor attachment structure is attached to the blade body at the first end portion thereof extending from an exterior surface thereof. The retractor attachment structure is configured for having one of the blade body mounting structures of the retractor engaged therewith in a manner whereby the blade body is independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. An alignment member protrudes from an interior surface of the blade body adjacent its first end portion. A slot extends through the blade body at its first end portion. The blade body surround and the blade body jointly form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot. The cylindrical structure defines a central passage extending between the first and second end portions of blade body surround.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2012Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20120172669Abstract: A blade assembly has a blade body and a blade body surround. A retractor attachment structure is attached to the blade body at the first end portion thereof extending from an exterior surface thereof. The retractor attachment structure is configured for having one of the blade body mounting structures of the retractor engaged therewith in a manner whereby the blade body is independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. An alignment member protrudes from an interior surface of the blade body adjacent its first end portion. A slot extends through the blade body at its first end portion. The blade body surround and the blade body jointly form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot. The cylindrical structure defines a central passage extending between the first and second end portions of blade body surround.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2012Publication date: July 5, 2012Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20120165613Abstract: A blade assembly has a blade body and a blade body surround. A retractor attachment structure is attached to the blade body at the first end portion thereof extending from an exterior surface thereof. The retractor attachment structure is configured for having one of the blade body mounting structures of the retractor engaged therewith in a manner whereby the blade body is independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. An alignment member protrudes from an interior surface of the blade body adjacent its first end portion. A slot extends through the blade body at its first end portion. The blade body surround and the blade body jointly form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot. The cylindrical structure defines a central passage extending between the first and second end portions of blade body surround.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2012Publication date: June 28, 2012Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Patent number: 8182519Abstract: Pedicle screw apparatuses each including a pedicle screw assembly and an attached pedicle screw extender are placed in a true percutaneous manner, thereby overcoming issues resulting from placing pedicle screw assemblies through a retractor. Thus, a retractor can advantageously be built off of the pedicle screw apparatuses, thereby allowing visualization of the spine anatomy directly. Furthermore, such a method for performing surgery ensures ideal placement of the retractor for additional procedures that are often required such as, for example, decompression, interbody device placement, etc.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2009Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Patent number: 8152720Abstract: A blade assembly has a blade body and a blade body surround. A retractor attachment structure is attached to the blade body at the first end portion thereof extending from an exterior surface thereof. The retractor attachment structure is configured for having one of the blade body mounting structures of the retractor engaged therewith in a manner whereby the blade body is independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. An alignment member protrudes from an interior surface of the blade body adjacent its first end portion. A slot extends through the blade body at its first end portion. The blade body surround and the blade body jointly form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot. The cylindrical structure defines a central passage extending between the first and second end portions of blade body surround.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2009Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20110257685Abstract: A spinal stabilization system, including a spinal implant having an elongate polymer body; a wire embedded in the body, the wire straining the polymer body; and a mounting element coupled to the elongate polymer body to facilitate engagement of the body to a spinal segment; and an orthopedic anchor having a threaded shaft; a head coupled to the threaded shaft, the head defining a cavity therein; a prosthesis coupling element at least partially disposed in the cavity and movable with respect to the head; and at least one asymmetrical ring circumscribing a portion of the prosthesis coupling element.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2011Publication date: October 20, 2011Inventors: J. Scott HAY, Ryan SINGH, David Bradley JONES, Nathanael Robert FERRARI
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Publication number: 20110202094Abstract: An orthopedic screw, including a threaded shaft defining a longitudinal axis; a head defining a region able to receive at least a portion of a prosthesis, the head being coupled to the shaft such that the head is movably offset from the longitudinal axis in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis; and a spacing element positionable within the head, the spacing element defining a first alignment marker positionable adjacent a second alignment marker defined by the head.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2010Publication date: August 18, 2011Inventors: Mario L. PEREIRA, James Scott HAY, Ryan SINGH
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Publication number: 20110106090Abstract: A tissue processing device, including a housing defining a first passage through at least a portion thereof, the first passage defining a longitudinal axis; a first processing member rotatably coupled to the housing and extending across at least a portion of the first passage; and a second processing member rotatably coupled to the housing and extending across at least a portion of the first passage, the second processing member being substantially parallel to the first processing member, the second member being offset from the first processing member in a first direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and in a second direction substantially transverse to the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: BRUXX BONE MILLS CORPORATIONInventor: James Scott Hay
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Publication number: 20110034781Abstract: A blade assembly has a blade body and a blade body surround. A retractor attachment structure is attached to the blade body at the first end portion thereof extending from an exterior surface thereof. The retractor attachment structure is configured for having one of the blade body mounting structures of the retractor engaged therewith in a manner whereby the blade body is independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. An alignment member protrudes from an interior surface of the blade body adjacent its first end portion. A slot extends through the blade body at its first end portion. The blade body surround and the blade body jointly form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot. The cylindrical structure defines a central passage extending between the first and second end portions of blade body surround.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2009Publication date: February 10, 2011Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20110034779Abstract: Pedicle screw apparatuses each including a pedicle screw assembly and an attached pedicle screw extender are placed in a true percutaneous manner, thereby overcoming issues resulting from placing pedicle screw assemblies through a retractor. Thus, a retractor can advantageously be built off of the pedicle screw apparatuses, thereby allowing visualization of the spine anatomy directly. Furthermore, such a method for performing surgery ensures ideal placement of the retractor for additional procedures that are often required such as, for example, decompression, interbody device placement, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2009Publication date: February 10, 2011Inventors: Thomas Stuart Louftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20110034780Abstract: A blade system configured for use with a surgical retractor comprising a blade body and a blade body surround. The blade body includes a retractor attachment structure engagable with a blade body mounting structure of the surgical retractor. The retractor attachment structure is configured for allowing the blade body to be independently pivotable about and translatable along the blade body mounting structure. The blade body surround includes a slot within a sidewall thereof. The blade body surround and the blade body are jointly configured to form a generally cylindrical-shaped structure when the blade body is in a seated position within the slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2009Publication date: February 10, 2011Inventors: Thomas Stuart Loftus, James Scott Hay, Ryan Singh
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Publication number: 20080306598Abstract: The present invention provides an intervertebral prosthesis generally defining a first wall, a second wall, sidewalls extending from the first wall to the second wall, and an upper surface and a lower surface. One or more passages may be included providing for an affixation element, to be inserted therethrough. The passages may each include a first portion for receiving a head or tip of an affixation element, and a second portion of a smaller diameter, where a substantial amount of the second portion of the passage located above or below a midline of the prosthesis. One or more openings may also be provided on the spinal prosthesis for coupling the prosthesis to a surgical tool, and the upper and lower surfaces of the prosthesis may include a depression or portion void of any teeth for the insertion of the prosthesis where a distraction tool is situated about the surgical site.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2008Publication date: December 11, 2008Inventors: Eric HANSEN, James Scott HAY
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Publication number: 20080243252Abstract: The present invention provides an intervertebral prosthesis generally defining a first wall, a second wall, sidewalls extending from the first wall to the second wall, and an upper surface and a lower surface. One or more passages may be included providing for an affixation element, to be inserted therethrough. The passages may each include a first portion for receiving a head or tip of an affixation element, and a second portion of a smaller diameter, where a substantial amount of the second portion of the passage located above or below a midline of the prosthesis. One or more openings may also be provided on the spinal prosthesis for coupling the prosthesis to a surgical tool, and the upper and lower surfaces of the prosthesis may include a depression or portion void of any teeth for the insertion of the prosthesis where a distraction tool is situated about the surgical site.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2007Publication date: October 2, 2008Applicant: Centra-Fuse, Inc.Inventors: Eric Hansen, James Scott Hay
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Patent number: 7211368Abstract: Photocurable resin compositions are provided that are most useful in stereolithography. A photocurable resin includes a urethane acrylate oligomer, an acrylate monomer, and a polymerization modifier. The resin after curing provides a solid product that has characteristics that can depend on the resin composition.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2003Date of Patent: May 1, 2007Assignee: 3 Birds, Inc.Inventors: Alma L. Coats, James P. Harrison, James Scott Hay, Manuel Jacinto Ramos
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Patent number: 7156329Abstract: An apparatus for bone milling includes a housing defining a first opening, a second opening, a third opening, and a linear passage from the first opening to the second opening. The bone mill further includes a rotatable grinding member, wherein the rotatable grinding member has a substantially cylindrical, rod-like shape, with at least a portion of the rotatable grinding member substantially filling or occluding a portion of the linear passage. An actuator element is coupled through the third opening to the rotatable grinding member, and a receptacle is removably coupled to the second opening for retaining the milled material.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2004Date of Patent: January 2, 2007Assignee: Medical Innovators, Inc.Inventors: James Scott Hay, James Carnation, Brian Wieder, Adrian Panther
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Publication number: 20060277555Abstract: A frame receives a portable media player. The frame includes connection elements to provide electrical connection between the portable media player and a vehicle media system, and a guide to align the portable media player with the connection elements. A case for a portable media player has an interior space configured to accommodate different configurations of portable media players, and an exterior configured to fit within a receptacle of a vehicle. A cup has an interior space configured to receive a portable media player and a coupler to provide electrical connection between the player and a media system. Sending a command to the portable device causing the portable device to enter a sleep state when the vehicle off, reducing a level of drain by the portable device from a power source of the vehicle. A portable media player may be controlled by the vehicle media system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2005Publication date: December 7, 2006Inventors: Damian Howard, Patrick Bly, Scott Hay, Bruce Lee, Daniel Walsh, Kenneth Yoshioka
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Publication number: 20040135292Abstract: Photocurable resin compositions are provided that are most useful in stereolithography. A photocurable resin includes a urethane acrylate oligomer, an acrylate monomer, and a polymerization modifier. The resin after curing provides a solid product that has characteristics that can depend on the resin composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2003Publication date: July 15, 2004Inventors: Alma L. Coats, James P. Harrison, James Scott Hay, Manuel Jacinto Ramos
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Patent number: 3965719Abstract: An attachment to be mounted on a crimping tool. The attachment includes two cutter members. Each cutter member includes a blade with a cutting edge. The cutter members are coupled to the jaws of the crimping tool with the cutting edges facing each other so that when the handles of the cutting tool are moved, the cutting edges move toward each other.Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 1974Date of Patent: June 29, 1976Assignee: AMP IncorporatedInventor: Kenneth Scott Hays
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Patent number: 3963303Abstract: A battery terminal connector comprising a collar and a hollow elongated member connected thereto. Both the collar and the hollow elongated members are made of electrically non-conductive material. A liner is disposed within the collar and the hollow member. The liner is made of electrically conductive material. The collar fits over the terminal post of a battery so that the liner can be brought into electrical engagement with it. A battery cable can be connected to the portion of the liner which extends through the elongated hollow member.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 1974Date of Patent: June 15, 1976Assignee: AMP IncorporatedInventor: Kenneth Scott Hays
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Patent number: D537938Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2005Date of Patent: March 6, 2007Assignee: Medical Innovators, Inc.Inventors: James Scott Hay, James Carnation, Ryan Singh