Patents by Inventor Wayne M. Hansen
Wayne M. Hansen 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: 11259743Abstract: A method for identifying human joint characteristics, the method including the steps of: using a mobile imaging device, taking at least one image of the joint, and then identifying a joint pain location by identifying three different locations in the image near the joint, so that a center point between the locations can be triangulated.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2018Date of Patent: March 1, 2022Assignee: Strive Orthopedics, Inc.Inventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 11172874Abstract: A method of conducting a procedure for a diagnosis of a portion of a patient's human musculoskeletal system, the method comprising a remediation recommendation method comprising the steps of: obtaining patient demographics, applying sensors above and below the joint, and then taking an image of the joint using a mobile device. Next, analyzing the image to determine bone centerlines, then instructing patient via a mobile device to perform a task involving assuming certain positions and performing certain movements, then the patient performing the task while the sensors record data about joint location and movement information. Next, using the data, image analysis and patent demographics to make a recommendation regarding joint ailment remediation.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2018Date of Patent: November 16, 2021Assignee: STRIVE ORTHOPEDICS, INC.Inventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 10638970Abstract: A method for identifying human joint characteristics, the method including the steps of: placing an item with a known characteristic near the joint, using a mobile imaging device, taking at least one image of the joint, and using the image and the known characteristic of the item to determine a joint characteristic of the joint.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2018Date of Patent: May 5, 2020Assignee: STRIVE ORTHOPEDICS, INCInventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20180256092Abstract: A method of conducting a procedure for a diagnosis of a portion of a patient's human musculoskeletal system, the method comprising a remediation recommendation method comprising the steps of: obtaining patient demographics, applying sensors above and below the joint, and then taking an image of the joint using a mobile device. Next, analyzing the image to determine bone centerlines, then instructing patient via a mobile device to perform a task involving assuming certain positions and performing certain movements, then the patient performing the task while the sensors record data about joint location and movement information. Next, using the data, image analysis and patent demographics to make a recommendation regarding joint ailment remediation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2018Publication date: September 13, 2018Inventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20180256091Abstract: A method for identifying human joint characteristics, the method including the steps of: placing an item with a known characteristic near the joint, using a mobile imaging device, taking at least one image of the joint, and using the image and the known characteristic of the item to determine a joint characteristic of the joint.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2018Publication date: September 13, 2018Inventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20180256090Abstract: A method for identifying human joint characteristics, the method including the steps of: using a mobile imaging device, taking at least one image of the joint, and then identifying a joint pain location by identifying three different locations in the image near the joint, so that a center point between the locations can be triangulated.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2018Publication date: September 13, 2018Inventors: Padraic R. Obma, Visnu D. Fraenkel, Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 9127481Abstract: A mechanical barrier recipient verification system including a combination lock assembly having a housing carrying a combination lock mechanism. The housing forms an aperture. The lock mechanism selectively receives and captures a post inserted through the aperture. Further the lock mechanism is configured to provide combination unset and set states; unlocked and locked positions; and correctly and incorrectly entered code arrangements. Following insertion of the post into the aperture and with the lock mechanism in the locked position, the post is retained by the lock mechanism regardless of the correctly or incorrectly entered code arrangement.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2012Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: Typenex Medical, LLCInventors: Luke A. Westra, James C. Stango, Kyle A. Koning, Michael S. Rafferty, Wayne M. Hansen, Roy E. McDaniels
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Publication number: 20130299490Abstract: A collapsible bulk bin has floating hinges with no moving parts that allow the walls of the bin to lay flat on top of each other. The collapsible bulk bin can include removable support feet that may be easily replaced thereby extending the usable life of the collapsible bulk bin.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2013Publication date: November 14, 2013Applicant: Tosca Services, LLCInventors: Wayne M. Hansen, Roy E. McDaniels, JR., John W. Grosz, Matt T. Woerpel, Richard O. Tejeda
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Publication number: 20130168281Abstract: A mechanical barrier recipient verification system including a combination lock assembly having a housing carrying a combination lock mechanism. The housing forms an aperture. The lock mechanism selectively receives and captures a post inserted through the aperture. Further the lock mechanism is configured to provide combination unset and set states; unlocked and locked positions; and correctly and incorrectly entered code arrangements. Following insertion of the post into the aperture and with the lock mechanism in the locked position, the post is retained by the lock mechanism regardless of the correctly or incorrectly entered code arrangement.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2012Publication date: July 4, 2013Inventors: Luke A. Westra, James C. Stango, Kyle A. Koning, Michael S. Rafferty, Wayne M. Hansen, Roy E. McDaniels
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Patent number: 7698788Abstract: A fastening clip with a flexible tether for use with a vehicle includes a first fastener attached to a component such as a vehicle body, and a second fastener attached to a removable component such as a vehicle trim panel. The first and second fasteners may be connected by generally rigid arms joined by an integral hinge and by at least one flexible tether capable of elongating and contracting. The hinged arms and tether provide multiple means to prevent the trim section from freely detaching from the vehicle body and becoming a projectile following deployment of an air bag from behind the trim panel. In addition, the rigid arms cause the trim panel to move in a controlled arc. A further aspect of the invention provides a tether that is capable of stretching to allow unimpeded air bag deployment followed by contracting to pull the trim panel back towards its original position on the vehicle body.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2006Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Wayne M. Hansen, Mark Leuthe
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Patent number: 7549830Abstract: A w-base fastener that may be used in many applications, including numerous applications throughout the automotive industry, combines the functionality of a w-base fastener with the serviceability of other fasteners. The w-base fastener of the invention provides the ability to service the w-base fastener without damaging the panel or hole in which the fastener is inserted. This is accomplished by incorporating a secondary connection into the w-base fastener. This secondary connection permits the fastener to be easily extracted by providing a technique for pulling the legs of the w-base fastener inward prior to extraction of the fastener from the hole.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2005Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Brock T. Cooley, Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 7484919Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a fastener assembly that includes a grommet and a pin. The grommet may include a collar integrally formed with a plurality of legs, wherein an opening is formed through the collar. The pin is moveable through the opening between pre-driven and driven positions. The pin may include a plurality of flexible pin compression members connected to a ramp. The plurality of flexible pin compression members and the ramp spread the legs open in the driven position.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2006Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventor: Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 7401388Abstract: A rib clip for connecting first and second components is provided with first and second legs deflectable relative to each other. One leg is substantially straight and includes a shelf. The other leg is bent and includes inner and outer arms biased against a component held between the legs. The rib clip is inserted in a window of the other component, which compresses the legs toward each other, securing the first and second components relative to each other.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2005Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventor: Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 7281303Abstract: A fastener assembly includes a grommet, a dampening subassembly, and a pin. The pin is secured to the grommet and the dampening subassembly. The pin is configured to rotate between a locked position and an unlocked position with respect to the grommet. The pin secures to the grommet in the locked position, and is removable from the grommet in the unlocked position.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2005Date of Patent: October 16, 2007Assignee: Illinois Tool Works IncInventors: Andrew B. Terrill, Wayne M. Hansen, Brock T. Cooley, David W. Edland
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Publication number: 20070220716Abstract: A fastening clip with a flexible tether for use with a vehicle includes a first fastener attached to a component such as a vehicle body, and a second fastener attached to a removable component such as a vehicle trim panel. The first and second fasteners may be connected by generally rigid arms joined by an integral hinge and by at least one flexible tether capable of elongating and contracting. The hinged arms and tether provide multiple means to prevent the trim section from freely detaching from the vehicle body and becoming a projectile following deployment of an air bag from behind the trim panel. In addition, the rigid arms cause the trim panel to move in a controlled arc. A further aspect of the invention provides a tether that is capable of stretching to allow unimpeded air bag deployment followed by contracting to pull the trim panel back towards its original position on the vehicle body.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2006Publication date: September 27, 2007Inventors: Wayne M. Hansen, Mark Leuthe
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Publication number: 20070172327Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a fastener assembly that includes a grommet and a pin. The grommet may include a collar integrally formed with a plurality of legs, wherein an opening is formed through the collar. The pin is moveable through the opening between pre-driven and driven positions. The pin may include a plurality of flexible pin compression members connected to a ramp. The plurality of flexible pin compression members and the ramp spread the legs open in the driven position.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2006Publication date: July 26, 2007Inventor: Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: 7208853Abstract: A fastener assembly includes a grommet, a dampening subassembly, and a pin. The pin is secured to the grommet and the dampening subassembly. The pin is configured to rotate between a locked position and an unlocked position with respect to the grommet. The pin secures to the grommet in the locked position, and is removable from the grommet in the unlocked position.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2006Date of Patent: April 24, 2007Assignee: Illinois Tool Works IncInventors: Andrew B. Terrill, Wayne M. Hansen, Brock T. Cooley, David W. Edland
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Patent number: 7131806Abstract: An anchoring structure for components such as a ball-stud grommet includes a head and a plurality of retention legs defining lips in spaced, confronting relationship with a surface of the head. The legs are arranged in a circle and are provided in sufficient number and in sufficiently close spaced relation that at least one leg on opposite sides engage edges of a slot for any rotational position of the fastener relative to the slot.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2005Date of Patent: November 7, 2006Assignee: Illinois Tool Works IncInventor: Wayne M. Hansen
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Patent number: D513967Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2004Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Andrew B. Terrill, Wayne M. Hansen, Brock T. Cooley
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Patent number: D678339Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2012Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Actuant CorporationInventors: Nathan A. Hughes, Christina M. Miller, Timothy J. Bierman, Wayne M. Hansen