Patents by Inventor Steve A. Copeland
Steve A. Copeland 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: 10888069Abstract: A pet treat toy in the shape of a dumbbell including a spherical or cylindrical body portion flanked by disc-shaped first and second enlarged members. The enlarged members are of a greater diameter than the body portion; consequently, the enlarged members keep the body portion a distance off the ground. Each enlarged member includes a concave surface with an outermost edge that contacts the ground if the toy is upended. An opening defined in one of the body portion and concave surface is in communication with the body portion's interior cavity. Treats loaded into the cavity through the opening are kept from contacting the ground because the opening is maintained a distance off the ground by the larger diameter enlarged members or because the opening is recessed relative to the outermost edge of the enlarged member's concave surface that defines the opening.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2018Date of Patent: January 12, 2021Assignee: Towerstar Pets, LLCInventors: Fernando Becattini, Jr., Fernando Becattini, Sr., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Publication number: 20210001087Abstract: Apparatus and systems are disclosed that incorporate a steerable catheter control handle for bi-directional control of a steerable catheter. The steerable catheter control handle includes a slide assembly positioned within the inner housing and operable to translate linearly therein. The control handle further includes a proximal portion of at least two control wires being positioned through the slide assembly wherein one of the at least two control wires is indirectly coupled to the slide assembly via a direction reversing element. The steerable catheter control handle has a control knob rotatably coupled to the housing for linearly translating the slide assembly, thereby enabling the slide assembly to manipulate each of the at least two control wires, effecting a change in deflection of said catheter. The slide assembly further comprises a slide limiting mechanism to restrict linear translation of the slide assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2020Publication date: January 7, 2021Inventors: Gareth Davies, Melanie Thompson, Deepthi Gorapalli, Steve Copeland, Robert G. Dickie, Amy Lefler, Bogdan Beca
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Publication number: 20200385040Abstract: A light weight, easy to maneuver general use utility cart that may be operated in a the forward push configuration wherein four wheels contact the ground and the cart may be pushed ahead of an operator or may be alternatively operated in a two-wheel dolly configuration wherein the cart may be pushed or pulled and easily maneuvered through tighter spaces and up/down stairs. Further, the cart of the present disclosure may be folded or collapsed into a compact configuration for easy storage utilizing minimal space.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2020Publication date: December 10, 2020Applicant: GoBuggy Ltd.Inventors: James W. Rogers, Erin Binnie, Steve A. Copeland, Nicholas Teixeira, Mitchell Thompson, Victoria Wright
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Patent number: 10806896Abstract: A control system and method are provided for control of a steerable catheter, the catheter including at least two control wires, a distal end of each of the control wires being coupled to the catheter at a distal region thereof, the control system comprising: a housing coupled to the catheter; a slide assembly positioned within the housing and operable to translate linearly therein; a proximal portion of each of the at least two control wires being positioned through the slide assembly; and a control knob rotatably coupled to the housing for linearly translating the slide assembly, thereby enabling the slide assembly to separately manipulate each of said at least two control wires to effect a change in a deflection of said catheter.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2013Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignee: Baylis Medical Company Inc.Inventors: Gareth Davies, Melanie Thompson, Deepthi Gorapalli, Steve Copeland, Robert G. Dickie, Amy Lefler, Bogdan Beca
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Publication number: 20200324082Abstract: Embodiments of a steerable catheter control system and methods are disclosed. The steerable catheter control system comprises a housing which defines an inner housing and a slide assembly which linearly translates within the inner housing. At least two control wires are positioned through the slide assembly wherein one of the at least two controls wires are indirectly coupled to the slide assembly via the direction reversing element. The steerable catheter control system further comprises a slack limiting element, coupled to at least one of the at least two control wires. The slack limiting element allows for frictional engagement of the control wire to limit slack. The control system includes a control knob for linearly translating the slide assembly, enabling the slide assembly to manipulate the control wires which causes a change in deflection of the steerable catheter.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2020Publication date: October 15, 2020Inventors: Gareth Davies, Melanie Thompson Smith, Deepthi Gorapalli, Steve Copeland, Robert Dickie, Amy Lefler, Bogdan Beca
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Publication number: 20200179090Abstract: A brushing system with a rechargeable toothbrush and associated charging components include a charging cup, a charging base, and a charger. The charging cup is seated on the charging base which in turn is engaged with the charger. The charger includes a universal serial bus (USB) receptacle that is configured to receive a USB header extending outwardly from the charging base. The charging base includes a first charging coil in a protrusion that extends upwardly from the charging base and into a receptacle in the charging cup. The charging cup includes a projection that is received in a recess of the toothbrush. The toothbrush includes a second charging coil that is brought into the proximity of the first charging coil when the toothbrush is placed in the cup. The toothbrush is charged by induction when prongs on the charger are engaged in an electrical wall outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2019Publication date: June 11, 2020Inventors: Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson, Nicholas Teixeira, William Battaglia
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Patent number: 10661057Abstract: A steerable catheter control handle and method are provided for bi-directional control of a steerable catheter, the catheter including at least two control wires, a distal end of each of the control wires being coupled to the catheter at a distal region thereof. The control system comprises a housing. A wire actuation mechanism is disposed within the housing and is operably coupled to at least two control wires for enabling actuation of the at least two control wires. The steerable catheter control handle additionally comprises a proximal control knob that is operably coupled to the wire actuation mechanism to enable actuation of the at least two control wires. The control knob is positioned proximal to the wire actuation mechanism to enhance ease of use of the steerable catheter control handle. The rotation of the proximal knob causes movement of the wire actuation mechanism within the housing for tensioning one of the at least two control wires for causing a distal end deflection of the steerable catheter.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2014Date of Patent: May 26, 2020Assignee: Baylis Medical Company Inc.Inventors: Gareth Davies, Melanie Thompson Smith, Deepthi Gorapalli, Steve Copeland, Robert G. Dickie, Amy Lefler, Bogdan Beca
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Publication number: 20200147316Abstract: An injecting device includes a housing having a longitudinal axis extending. A dose setting member is rotatable in the housing in a first or second direction about the longitudinal axis. A plunger extends through a bore of the dose setting member and into a bore of a barrel engaged with the housing. Pushing on an arm extending through a slot in the housing rotates the dose setting member in the first direction. As it rotates, indicia on the dose setting member are progressively displayed through an aperture in the housing. An actuator is engaged to release the dose setting member to rotate in the second direction and this rotation causes the plunger to move axially within the barrel's bore and push the pre-set dose of fluid therefrom. The dose setting member remains in a constant axial position within the housing during rotation in each of the first and second directions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2019Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Cheryl Muise, David Snaith, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Patent number: 10422493Abstract: A night light includes a housing, a dimmable light source operatively connected to a rotatable light source controller rotatable about an axis and at least one first sensor mounted within the housing operative to sense rotation of the rotatable light source. The at least one first sensor outputs a signal representative of the rotation. Further, the rotatable light source can be rotated by a hand of a user. Still further, the light night can be controlled via wireless communication.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2018Date of Patent: September 24, 2019Assignee: 1842728 Ontario IncInventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Patent number: 10390582Abstract: A protective headgear for equestrian use provides a traditional style cowboy hat with protective features to allow it to comply with prevailing equestrian helmet standards. The hat includes interior protective padding in the top of the dome, exterior protective padding below the crown of the dome, and exterior protective padding on the rear of the hat below the brim. The protective padding may be secured to the hat by adhesive, stitching, or mechanical fasteners. A chin strap securement system comprising mutually connectable strap-and-buckle assemblies is optionally provided.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2017Date of Patent: August 27, 2019Assignee: TWO GUYS AND A HAT INC.Inventors: Steve A. Copeland, Len Clement, Mitch Thompson
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Patent number: 10299326Abstract: A universal serial bus (USB)-powered utility tool includes a housing defining an interior space, at least one dimmable light source positioned on one side of the housing and a USB connector extending outwardly from the housing. The USB connector may be positioned on another side of the housing. The USB connector may be positioned orthogonal to the at least one dimmable light source. The USB-powered utility tool may further include a printed circuit board (PCB) positioned orthogonal to the USB connector. The USB-powered utility tool may further include a processor logic configured to control a current being supplied to the at least one dimmable light source. The at least one dimmable light source may be controlled manually or via wireless communication.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2018Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: 1842728 Ontario IncInventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Publication number: 20190133082Abstract: A pet treat toy in the shape of a dumbbell including a spherical or cylindrical body portion flanked by disc-shaped first and second enlarged members. The enlarged members are of a greater diameter than the body portion; consequently, the enlarged members keep the body portion a distance off the ground. Each enlarged member includes a concave surface with an outermost edge that contacts the ground if the toy is upended. An opening defined in one of the body portion and concave surface is in communication with the body portion's interior cavity. Treats loaded into the cavity through the opening are kept from contacting the ground because the opening is maintained a distance off the ground by the larger diameter enlarged members or because the opening is recessed relative to the outermost edge of the enlarged member's concave surface that defines the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2018Publication date: May 9, 2019Inventors: Fernando Becattini, JR., Fernando Becattini, SR., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Patent number: D843680Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2018Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: Towerstar Pets, LLCInventors: Fernando Becattini, Jr., Fernando Becattini, Sr., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Patent number: D849338Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2018Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: Towerstar Pets, LLCInventors: Fernando Becattini, Jr., Fernando Becattini, Sr., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Patent number: D858911Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2019Date of Patent: September 3, 2019Assignee: Towerstar Pets, LLCInventors: Fernando Becattini, Jr., Fernando Becattini, Sr., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Steve A. Copeland, Mitchell Thompson
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Patent number: D864430Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2018Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: 1842728 Ontario IncInventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Patent number: D864431Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2018Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: 1842728 Ontario IncInventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Patent number: D864432Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2018Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: 1842728 Ontario IncInventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Patent number: D883524Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2018Date of Patent: May 5, 2020Assignee: 1842728 Ontario Inc.Inventors: Mitchell Thompson, David Snaith, Daniel Kowalewski, Steve A. Copeland
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Patent number: D907308Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2019Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: Towerstar Pets, LLCInventors: Fernando Becattini, Jr., Jacquelyn N. Becattini, Fernando Becattini, Sr., John D. Fiegener, William P. Liteplo, Steve A. Copeland