Patents by Inventor Shaun O'Brien

Shaun O'Brien 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: 20250057082
    Abstract: A combine harvester includes a frame member, an unload tube, a pivotable cradle member and a locking device. The unload tube for expelling clean grain is moveable relative to the clean grain tank and the frame member between a stowed position and a deployed position. The pivotable cradle member is pivotably mounted with respect to the frame member for releasably receiving the unload tube. The pivotable cradle member includes a surface that is shaped for bearing on an exterior surface of the unload tube. The pivotable cradle member is pivotable between a first rotational position when the unload tube is maintained in the stowed position and a second rotational position when the unload tube is maintained in the deployed position. The locking device locks together the unload tube, the frame member and the pivotable cradle member when the unload tube is maintained in the stowed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2023
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Applicant: CNH Industrial America LLC
    Inventors: Thirumaleswara Ayela, Denver Yoder, Shaun O'Donnell
  • Publication number: 20250040482
    Abstract: An actuator assembly for moving an unload tube of an agricultural vehicle between stowed and deployed positions. The actuator assembly includes a mount that is configured to be fixed to a fixed mounting point on the agricultural vehicle. An actuator of the actuator assembly has a first end that is mounted to the mount and a second end that is mounted to the unload tube for moving the unload tube between the stowed and deployed positions. A tension rod of the actuator assembly has a first end that is pivotably mounted to the mount and a second end that is mounted to a fixed tension rod mounting point located either on or adjacent the unload tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2023
    Publication date: February 6, 2025
    Applicants: CNH Industrial America LLC, CNH Industrial Belgium N.V.
    Inventors: Wayne Flickinger, Frank Duquesne, Denver Yoder, Shaun O'Donnell
  • Publication number: 20250032184
    Abstract: A device for dividing a fibrous structure comprising an expandable member positioned near the distal end of a catheter and in fluid communication with the lumen of the catheter so that the expandable member can be biased between an inflated state and a deflated state to tension the fibrous structure, and electrosurgical elements situated on or proximate to an outer surface of the expandable member and configured to deliver electrical and thermal energy to the tensioned fibrous structure in a manner that results in division of the tensioned fibrous structure. A method for dividing a fibrous structure comprising positioning proximate the fibrous structure an expandable member having electrosurgical elements, expanding the expandable member outwards to tension the fibrous structure across the electrosurgical elements, and activating the electrosurgical elements to deliver energy to the tensioned fibrous structure to divide the tensioned fibrous structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2024
    Publication date: January 30, 2025
    Inventors: Lishan Aklog, Brian J. deGuzman, Nathan H. White, Joshua K. Goetz, Samuel V. Verplanck, Richard D. Yazbeck, Taylor Bensel, Shaun O'Neil
  • Publication number: 20250017146
    Abstract: An unload spout for an agricultural vehicle includes a hollow body having an inlet end for receiving crop material, an outlet end through which the crop material is distributed, and a side wall extending between the inlet end and the outlet end. A plurality of steps are formed on an interior facing side of the side wall for enhancing the structural integrity of the unload spout.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2023
    Publication date: January 16, 2025
    Applicant: CNH Industrial America LLC
    Inventors: Shaun O'Donnell, Denver Yoder, James Seedorf, Ashutosh Tamrakar
  • Patent number: 12156693
    Abstract: A device for dividing a fibrous structure comprising an expandable member positioned near the distal end of a catheter and in fluid communication with the lumen of the catheter so that the expandable member can be biased between an inflated state and a deflated state to tension the fibrous structure, and electrosurgical elements situated on or proximate to an outer surface of the expandable member and configured to deliver electrical and thermal energy to the tensioned fibrous structure in a manner that results in division of the tensioned fibrous structure. A method for dividing a fibrous structure comprising positioning proximate the fibrous structure an expandable member having electrosurgical elements, expanding the expandable member outwards to tension the fibrous structure across the electrosurgical elements, and activating the electrosurgical elements to deliver energy to the tensioned fibrous structure to divide the tensioned fibrous structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2024
    Assignee: PAVmed Inc.
    Inventors: Lishan Aklog, Brian J. deGuzman, Nathan H. White, Joshua K. Goetz, Samuel V. Verplanck, Richard D. Yazbeck, Taylor Bensel, Shaun O'Neil
  • Publication number: 20240383508
    Abstract: An aspect provides a bogie for a vehicle, including: a bogie support frame including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being mountable to the vehicle body; a suspension system connecting the first portion and second portion; at least one wheelset mounted on the second portion, each wheelset including two or more wheels mounted on a wheel axle; and an actuator for providing torque to the two or more wheels, wherein upon the first portion of the bogie support frame the actuator. The bogie allowing independent operation in terms of movement as well as positioning and collision avoidance with sensors for macro positioning such as GPS, micro positioning such as by LIDAR and for dynamic anti-collision monitoring such as RADAR.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2022
    Publication date: November 21, 2024
    Inventors: Adrian Howson, Shaun O'Brien, Paul Salkeld
  • Publication number: 20240365711
    Abstract: A chain guide for a wall of a grain elevator of an agricultural vehicle. The chain guide includes an elongated body. A rib extends from a surface of the elongated body, the rib being configured to engage with a chain of the grain elevator. A mating surface is either formed on or in the body, and the mating surface is configured to be connected to the wall of the grain elevator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2023
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Applicants: CNH Industrial America LLC, CNH Industrial Belgium N.V.
    Inventors: Shaun O'Donnell, Frank Duquesne, Denver Yoder, Clayton Banks, JR., Bjorn Depoortere, Jason Musheno
  • Publication number: 20240286654
    Abstract: A side wall assembly and associated cantrail of a light mass transit vehicle, the side wall assembly may be lightweight, strong and safe and the inclusion of panels in the assembly is easily adaptable. The cantrail may be more lightweight than typical cantrails while maintaining suitable rigidity and strength required to support a roof, and associated items mounted on a roof, and securely connect to a side wall assembly of a light mass transit vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2022
    Publication date: August 29, 2024
    Inventors: Paul Salkeld, Adrian Howson, Shaun O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20240244997
    Abstract: A system for detecting a broken or missing grain paddle of an elevator of a combine harvester includes a sensor positioned to either directly or indirectly detect a presence of grain paddles of the elevator, and output signals based thereon. The system also includes a controller that is configured to receive the signals output from the sensor and determine the occurrence of the broken or missing grain paddle as a function of the signals transmitted by the sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2023
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Applicant: CNH Industrial America LLC
    Inventors: Karl Linde, Shaun O'Donnell, Clayton Banks, JR.
  • Patent number: 11819702
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are perovskite materials and methods of making an use thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Paul A. Maggard, Jr., Shaun O'Donnell, Jacob L. Jones
  • Publication number: 20210369337
    Abstract: A device for dividing a fibrous structure comprising an expandable member positioned near the distal end of a catheter and in fluid communication with the lumen of the catheter so that the expandable member can be biased between an inflated state and a deflated state to tension the fibrous structure, and electrosurgical elements situated on or proximate to an outer surface of the expandable member and configured to deliver electrical and thermal energy to the tensioned fibrous structure in a manner that results in division of the tensioned fibrous structure. A method for dividing a fibrous structure comprising positioning proximate the fibrous structure an expandable member having electrosurgical elements, expanding the expandable member outwards to tension the fibrous structure across the electrosurgical elements, and activating the electrosurgical elements to deliver energy to the tensioned fibrous structure to divide the tensioned fibrous structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Inventors: Lishan Aklog, Brian J. deGuzman, Nathan H. White, Joshua K. Goetz, Samuel V. Verplanck, Richard D. Yazbeck, Taylor Bensel, Shaun O'Neil
  • Publication number: 20210275821
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are perovskite materials and methods of making an use thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2021
    Publication date: September 9, 2021
    Inventors: Paul A. Maggard, JR., Shaun O'Donnell, Jacob L. Jones
  • Publication number: 20200360667
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a catheter construction and method of use suitable for use in navigating within a body lumen or vessel, such as a vein, artery, nasal cavity, esophagus, etc. to assist in the performance of various procedures. The device can include a flexible tubular member having a proximal end, a distal end, and channel extending substantially between the proximal end and the distal end, a stiffening sleeve positioned at the distal end of the tubular member to provide stiffness thereto so that a removable procedural tool can be attached to the tubular member, and an elongated non-elastic tether situated within the channel of the tubular member and secured at one end to the distal end of the member, such that when the tether is held in tension, the tether acts to minimize the tubular member from deviating from a neutral state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Publication date: November 19, 2020
    Inventors: Lishan Aklog, Michael Boutillette, Brian deGuzman, Gregory Eberl, Shaun O'Neil, Dennis Siedlak, Richard Yazbeck
  • Publication number: 20180110633
    Abstract: The Prosthetic industry has never had a design that adequately addresses the Above Knee (AK) chronic patient issue of daily volume loss, or the issue of socket rotation, or reliable suspension. Below Knee (BK) amputees can ambulate freely and safely with a variety of suspension technologies. This is due to the fact that the BK amputee does not have excessive soft tissue, resulting in volume loss and limb elongation. Also, the underlying BK boney anatomy prevents rotation. The AK limb is comprised mostly of soft tissue, therefore, until now; all socket control has inadequately come from a variety of brim shapes and styles. The Volume Adjustable Full-Suspension Socket solves all of these issues for the AK amputee and allows them the same security and freedoms as their BK counterparts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2016
    Publication date: April 26, 2018
    Inventor: Shaun O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20160017286
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for inhibiting Ikaros in a cell in order to enhance the cytolytic activity of the cell. In one embodiment, the cells may be used in adoptive T cell transfer. For example, in some embodiments, the cell is modified to express a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR). Inhibition of Ikaros in T cells used in adoptive T cell transfer increases cytolytic activity of the T cells and thus may be used in the treatment of a variety of conditions, including cancer, infection, and immune disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2014
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    Inventors: Steven M. Albelda, Liang-Chuan Wang, Andrew Wells, Shaun O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20140297259
    Abstract: A system and method for providing simultaneous multiple language tour commentary in a group tour environment. The system and method wirelessly triggers the simultaneous playing of multiple language tour commentaries in a group tour environment using a Master Controller Device to trigger the playing of location specific audio commentaries stored on Personal Wireless Receiver Devices worn by participants of a group tour who are moving through a geographic area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventors: Jonathan KRUSE, Shaun O'DONNELL
  • Publication number: 20130262269
    Abstract: An electronic transaction system for facilitating electronic transactions between merchants and buyers includes a shopping cart module configured to provide a merchant portal for merchants to display details of goods for sale and to provide a buyer portal for buyers to select and purchase the goods. A shipping module is configured to provide buyers automatically with details of a shipping service of at least one shipper for shipping the goods selected for purchase by the buyer, and to communicate shipping orders automatically to the at least one shipper following checkout of goods for purchase by the buyer. A banking module is configured for providing a payment gateway for facilitating distribution anti transfer of funds amongst merchants, shippers, and a system provider. An administration module is configured for executing a merchant registration process for enabling a merchant to register with the system provider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2011
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Inventor: James Shaun O'Leary
  • Publication number: 20070272010
    Abstract: A method and apparatus are described for assessing function of the cranio-cervical muscles. The method includes assessment of torque produced during flexion/extension, axial rotation, lateral rotation or combination thereof. The apparatus (110) has a lever arm (130) mounted to a support frame (120), wherein the length of the arm and its angle of extension may be varied. Torque is assessed at an anatomical axis of rotation in a subject. The apparatus axis of rotation may be adjustable. A preferred embodiment has a pivoted support frame for positioning over a subject's head, wherein the support frame (120) may form a lever arm for rotation. The apparatus may be removably mountable to an upright such as a door jamb.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2004
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Inventors: Shaun O'Leary, Gwendden Jull, Guglisimo Vicenzino, Matthew Greaves
  • Publication number: 20030220037
    Abstract: An iridescent fabric comprises a cationic-dyeable nylon polymer yarn and an acid-dyeable nylon polymer yarn. The acid dyeable yarn has greater than 35 amine end group (AEGacid) gram equivalents per 1000 kilograms polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2003
    Publication date: November 27, 2003
    Inventors: Robert Dewhurst, Glyn Howells, Peter Shaun O'Donnell