Patents by Inventor Stephen F. Wilson
Stephen F. Wilson 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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Patent number: 11978010Abstract: Systems and methods for handling a plurality items by using a sorter to receive items and obtain item information and delivery destinations from the items. A run manifest is generated having an item identifier and a destination for each of the plurality of items. The run manifest data is used in a routing module to generate dynamic routes for delivering the plurality of items, and generating a sequence identifier for each of the plurality of items according to the dynamically generated routes.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2022Date of Patent: May 7, 2024Assignee: United States Postal ServiceInventors: Stephen M. Dearing, C. Scot Atkins, James DeForrest Wilson, Scott R. Bombaugh, Carla F. Sherry
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Publication number: 20240029585Abstract: Surgical simulation devices and their methods of use are described. In some embodiments, a surgical simulation device includes a base, a first surgical model configured to simulate a first cleft lip condition, and a second surgical model configured to simulate a second cleft lip condition. The device includes a model support configured to be releasably engaged with the base. The first surgical model is disposed on a first surface of the model support and the second surgical model is disposed on a second surface of the model support. The base includes an internal volume sized and shaped to receive one of the first surgical model and the second surgical model. The other of the first surgical model and the second surgical model is at least partially exposed when the model support is engaged with the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: The Children's Medical Center CorporationInventors: Carolyn R. Rogers-Vizena, Michael G. Silver, Lindsey Minahan, Stephen F. Wilson
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Publication number: 20230386369Abstract: Surgical simulation devices including surgical models of various anatomical malformations as well as their methods of use and manufacture are described. In some embodiments, a surgical simulation device includes a base, a surgical model that simulates an anorectal malformation, and a model support. The model support is an internal volume sized and shaped to receive at least a portion of the surgical model such that an operating surface of the surgical model is exposed. The model support is releasably engaged with the base. In other embodiments, surgical models with simulated tissues including tissue reinforcement are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2023Publication date: November 30, 2023Applicant: The Children's Medical Center CorporationInventors: Belinda Dickie, Michael G. Silver, Stephen F. Wilson, Gregory Loan
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Publication number: 20230386367Abstract: Surgical simulation devices including surgical models of various anatomical malformations as well as their methods of use and manufacture are described. In some embodiments, a surgical simulation device includes a base, a surgical model that simulates an anorectal malformation, and a model support. The model support is an internal volume sized and shaped to receive at least a portion of the surgical model such that an operating surface of the surgical model is exposed. The model support is releasably engaged with the base. In other embodiments, surgical models with simulated tissues including tissue reinforcement are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2023Publication date: November 30, 2023Applicant: The Children's Medical Center CorporationInventors: Michael G. Silver, Lindsey Minahan, Gregory Loan, Stephen F. Wilson, Carolyn R. Rogers-Vizena, Jill M. Zalieckas, Belinda Dickie
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Patent number: 10092734Abstract: A method and toolset capable of remotely moving a rotor of an implanted device in a first arcuate direction and detecting a first limit of travel, moving the rotor in a second, opposite direction and detecting a second limit of travel without altering the current performance setting of the implanted device, comparing the first and second limits of travel with known values for a plurality of selectable performance settings, and indicating the current performance setting of the implanted device.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2016Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: Integra Lifesciences Switzerland SARLInventor: Stephen F. Wilson
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Patent number: 9931043Abstract: A pressure sensing apparatus has a pressure sensor component that includes a pressure sensing port, a pressure sensor for sensing a pressure of a fluid in the pressure sensing port, and a digital processor communicating with the pressure sensor for performing calculations involving fluid pressures sensed. The pressure sensing apparatus further includes a first chamber in fluid contact with the pressure sensing port, a second chamber fluidically connectable with a patient's cerebrospinal fluid system, and a membrane located between the first and second chambers so as to transmit fluid pressure from the second chamber to the first chamber.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2015Date of Patent: April 3, 2018Assignee: INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES SWITZERLAND SÀRLInventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Alan J. Dextradeur
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Publication number: 20170095650Abstract: A method and toolset capable of remotely moving a rotor of an implanted device in a first arcuate direction and detecting a first limit of travel, moving the rotor in a second, opposite direction and detecting a second limit of travel without altering the current performance setting of the implanted device, comparing the first and second limits of travel with known values for a plurality of selectable performance settings, and indicating the current performance setting of the implanted device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2016Publication date: April 6, 2017Inventor: STEPHEN F. WILSON
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Publication number: 20160089044Abstract: A pressure sensing apparatus has a pressure sensor component that includes a pressure sensing port, a pressure sensor for sensing a pressure of a fluid in the pressure sensing port, and a digital processor communicating with the pressure sensor for performing calculations involving fluid pressures sensed. The pressure sensing apparatus further includes a first chamber in fluid contact with the pressure sensing port, a second chamber fluidically connectable with a patient's cerebrospinal fluid system, and a membrane located between the first and second chambers so as to transmit fluid pressure from the second chamber to the first chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2015Publication date: March 31, 2016Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Alan J. Dextradeur
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Patent number: 9220424Abstract: A pressure sensing apparatus has a pressure sensor component that includes a pressure sensing port, a pressure sensor for sensing a pressure of a fluid in the pressure sensing port, and a digital processor communicating with the pressure sensor for performing calculations involving fluid pressures sensed. The pressure sensing apparatus further includes a first chamber in fluid contact with the pressure sensing port, a second chamber fluidically connectable with a patient's cerebrospinal fluid system, and a membrane located between the first and second chambers so as to transmit fluid pressure from the second chamber to the first chamber.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2009Date of Patent: December 29, 2015Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Alan J. Dextradeur
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Patent number: 9216275Abstract: An adjustable height tool for locating a magnetically readable and settable valve implanted in a living being. The locator can include a wall having a first perimeter. A platform can be disposed within the first perimeter. A valve cut-out can disposed within the platform and can approximate at least a portion of the shape of the valve. A movable foot can be disposed below the platform by which a displacement element moves the foot at least one of toward or away from the platform. This movement increases or decreases the distance between the platform and the skin/valve. Two or more recesses can be disposed in the foot and the recesses can be aligned with the valve cut-out. The displacement element can maintain the alignment of the recesses and the cut-out while moving the foot.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2013Date of Patent: December 22, 2015Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Brian Soares, Alyssa Trigger, Michael DeFusco, Stephen F. Wilson
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Patent number: 9149615Abstract: A method and toolset capable of remotely moving a rotor of an implanted device in a first arcuate direction and detecting a first limit of travel, moving the rotor in a second, opposite direction and detecting a second limit of travel without altering the current performance setting of the implanted device, comparing the first and second limits of travel with known values for a plurality of selectable performance settings, and indicating the current performance setting of the implanted device.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2013Date of Patent: October 6, 2015Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: Stephen F. Wilson
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Publication number: 20150258314Abstract: A method and toolset capable of remotely moving a rotor of an implanted device in a first arcuate direction and detecting a first limit of travel, moving the rotor in a second, opposite direction and detecting a second limit of travel without altering the current performance setting of the implanted device, comparing the first and second limits of travel with known values for a plurality of selectable performance settings, and indicating the current performance setting of the implanted device.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2015Publication date: September 17, 2015Inventor: STEPHEN F. WILSON
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Publication number: 20150094643Abstract: An adjustable height tool for locating a magnetically readable and settable valve implanted in a living being. The locator can include a wall having a first perimeter. A platform can be disposed within the first perimeter. A valve cut-out can disposed within the platform and can approximate at least a portion of the shape of the valve. A movable foot can be disposed below the platform by which a displacement element moves the foot at least one of toward or away from the platform. This movement increases or decreases the distance between the platform and the skin/valve. Two or more recesses can be disposed in the foot and the recesses can be aligned with the valve cut-out. The displacement element can maintain the alignment of the recesses and the cut-out while moving the foot.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2013Publication date: April 2, 2015Applicant: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, LLCInventors: Brian Soares, Alyssa Trigger, Michael DeFusco, Stephen F. Wilson
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Publication number: 20140052047Abstract: A method and toolset capable of remotely moving a rotor of an implanted device in a first arcuate direction and detecting a first limit of travel, moving the rotor in a second, opposite direction and detecting a second limit of travel without altering the current performance setting of the implanted device, comparing the first and second limits of travel with known values for a plurality of selectable performance settings, and indicating the current performance setting of the implanted device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2013Publication date: February 20, 2014Inventor: STEPHEN F. WILSON
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Patent number: 8617142Abstract: A valve unit capable of being implanted in a patient and having adjustable performance settings, such as pressure settings and/or flow control, to regulate passage of a bodily fluid. A casing defines a port for the bodily fluid, and a valve mechanism positioned at the port includes a movable valve member. The valve unit further includes a rotor disposed at a first location in the casing and having an axle which turns about an axis of rotation. The rotor defines a plurality of arcuate, radially flat cam surfaces. Each cam surface occupies an arc about the axis of rotation. A spring arm unit is disposed at a second location in the casing having a cam follower arm in slidable contact with the cam surfaces of the rotor and having a resilient spring element applying a closing effect with the movable valve member to establish a performance setting for the valve unit.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2012Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Depuy Synthes Products, LLCInventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Michael Defusco
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Patent number: 8322365Abstract: A valve unit capable of being implanted in a patient and having adjustable performance settings, such as pressure settings and/or flow control, to regulate passage of a bodily fluid. A casing defines a port for the bodily fluid, and a valve mechanism positioned at the port includes a movable valve member. The valve unit further includes a rotor disposed at a first location in the casing and having an axle which turns about an axis of rotation. The rotor defines a plurality of arcuate, radially flat cam surfaces. Each cam surface occupies an arc about the axis of rotation. A spring arm unit is disposed at a second location in the casing having a cam follower arm in slidable contact with the cam surfaces of the rotor and having a resilient spring element applying a closing effect with the movable valve member to establish a performance setting for the valve unit.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2010Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Michael DeFusco
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Patent number: 8308781Abstract: A cranial bolt secured to a skull of a patient includes a threaded portion and a lumen portion. Threaded portion has an inner surface forming a central passageway which extends throughout the threaded portion. The inner surface includes a connector mating with the lumen portion. The lumen portion includes a stem portion that enters the central passageway and engages the mating connector. A fluid tight seal is formed between the inner surface of the threaded portion and the stem portion. At least two lumens are disposed through the stem portion and the base portion. The lumens have a proximal end opening outside the skull and a distal end opening inside the skull. One embodiment includes sensor lumens diverging from the centerline and another allows the lumen portion to rotate independent of the threaded portion.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2009Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Michael C. Gorhan
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Publication number: 20120078159Abstract: A shunt includes a housing having an inlet, an outlet and a flow control mechanism disposed within the housing. A ventricular catheter is connected to the inlet of the housing. The catheter has a longitudinal length, a proximal end, a distal end, and an inner lumen extending therethrough. The inner lumen of the catheter includes at least two lumens at the distal end and has only one lumen at the proximal end. The catheter has one slit and aperture corresponding to each of the at least two lumens located at the distal end of the catheter.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2010Publication date: March 29, 2012Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INCInventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Emilie Neukom
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Publication number: 20120046595Abstract: A valve unit capable of being implanted in a patient and having adjustable performance settings, such as pressure settings and/or flow control, to regulate passage of a bodily fluid. A casing defines a port for the bodily fluid, and a valve mechanism positioned at the port includes a movable valve member. The valve unit further includes a rotor disposed at a first location in the casing and having an axle which turns about an axis of rotation. The rotor defines a plurality of arcuate, radially flat cam surfaces. Each cam surface occupies an arc about the axis of rotation. A spring arm unit is disposed at a second location in the casing having a cam follower arm in slidable contact with the cam surfaces of the rotor and having a resilient spring element applying a closing effect with the movable valve member to establish a performance setting for the valve unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2010Publication date: February 23, 2012Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Michael A. DeFusco
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Publication number: 20090326519Abstract: A cranial bolt secured to a skull of a patient includes a threaded portion and a lumen portion. Threaded portion has an inner surface forming a central passageway which extends throughout the threaded portion. The inner surface includes a connector mating with the lumen portion. The threaded portion has an outer surface having a plurality of threads for engaging a hole formed in the patient's skull. The lumen portion includes a stem portion that enters the central passageway and engages the mating connector. A fluid tight seal is formed between the inner surface of the threaded portion and the stem portion. At least two lumens are disposed through the stem portion and the base portion. The lumens have a proximal end opening outside the skull and a distal end opening inside the skull. One embodiment includes sensor lumens diverging from the centerline and another allows lumen portion to rotate independent of threaded portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2009Publication date: December 31, 2009Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Stephen F. Wilson, Michael C. Gorhan