Patents by Inventor Scott Swafar

Scott Swafar 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).

  • Method of and apparatus for positioning and maintaining the position of endoscopic instruments
    Patent number: 7635363
    Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for, and a method of, accurate positioning of endoscopic instruments. Accurate positioning of the instruments is accomplished through the inclusion of a steering ability within the device. After the endoscopic instrument is properly positioned the present invention may use rapid exchange technology, soft locks, and mechanical locks to maintain the position of the endoscopic instrument. Rapid exchange technology is used to minimize displacement forces present on the guidewire or catheters. Soft locks and mechanical locks resist movements caused by displacement forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2009
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Hutchins, Mark L. Adams, Mark Mallaby, Scott Swafar, Martin Donofrio, Oscar Carrillo, Tracy Gandolfi, Mike Mangano, Bob Reynolds, Russell F. Durgin
  • Method of and apparatus for positioning and maintaining the position of endoscopic instruments
    Patent number: 6827718
    Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for, and a method of, accurate positioning of endoscopic instruments. Accurate positioning of the instruments is accomplished through the inclusion of a steering ability within the device. After the endoscopic instrument is properly positioned the present invention may use rapid exchange technology, soft locks, and mechanical locks to maintain the position of the endoscopic instrument. Rapid exchange technology is used to minimize displacement forces present on the guidewire or catheters. Soft locks and mechanical locks resist movements caused by displacement forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: SciMed Life Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Hutchins, Mark L. Adams, Mark Mallaby, Scott Swafar, Martin Donofrio, Oscar Carrillo, Tracy Gandolfi, Mike Mangano, Bob Reynolds, Russell F. Durgin