Patents by Inventor William G. Atterbury
William G. Atterbury 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: 8235949Abstract: An application or an attachment device for attaching a medical device includes a base layer and an adhesive layer on a rearward side of the base layer. The adhesive layer is adapted to removably attach the base layer. The adhesive layer can be adapted to removably attach the base layer to a patient (either a human patient or a lower animal patient). The device also includes a medical device attachment mechanism on a forward side of the base layer, The attachment mechanism is adapted to attach the medical device to the base layer. The medical device can, for example, be a sensor. The medical device attachment mechanism can, for example, include a mechanical attachment mechanism. The medical device attachment mechanism can additionally or alternatively include at least one adhesive layer on the base layer. The adhesive layer can, for example, be positioned on the base layer so that it does not extend beyond a footprint of the medical device when the medical device is attached to the base layer.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2005Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Medrad, Inc.Inventors: Dennis P. Hack, Francis J. Sciulli, Jr., Charles J. Mutschler, R. Reade Harpham, Daniel A. Kramer, Felicia R. Ruggeri, Jan B. Yates, William G. Atterbury, Joseph A. Juratovac, Jeffery R. Held, Chad E. Bouton, James B. Gleeson
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Patent number: 8226536Abstract: High-throughput centrifugation of batches of samples is achieved by dividing a single centrifugation run of a batch of samples into two or more staggered, discrete spins with fewer samples and in which the availability of centrifuge slots for loading or unloading of samples and the subsequent delivery of experimental results can be enhanced. The methodology is particularly useful in situations where multiple samples need to be processed rapidly, for example, as part of a STAT blood typing program in urgent care facilities prior to blood transfusion.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2011Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Dee, Donald J. Moran, Jr., Mark Sawczuk, William G. Atterbury, Michael L. Marshall, Douglas E. Boyd
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Patent number: 8187538Abstract: An immunodiagnostic test card includes a flat planar member and at least one dilution chamber that is supported by the flat planar member. The at least one dilution chamber can be disposed adjacent chambers used for testing a patient sample that are provided on the immunodiagnostic test card or can be provided separately.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2008Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Raymond Francis Jakubowicz, William G. Atterbury, Douglas E. Boyd, Michael L. Marshall
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Publication number: 20120094368Abstract: High-throughput centrifugation of batches of samples is achieved by dividing a single centrifugation run of a batch of samples into two or more staggered, discrete spins with fewer samples and in which the availability of centrifuge slots for loading or unloading of samples and the subsequent delivery of experimental results can be enhanced. The methodology is particularly useful in situations where multiple samples need to be processed rapidly, for example, as part of a STAT blood typing program in urgent care facilities prior to blood transfusion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2011Publication date: April 19, 2012Applicant: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Dee, Donald J. Moran, JR., Mark Sawczuk, William G. Atterbury, Michael L. Marshall, Douglas E. Boyd
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Patent number: 8092361Abstract: High-throughput centrifugation of batches of samples is achieved by dividing a single centrifugation run of a batch of samples into two or more staggered, discrete spins with fewer samples and in which the availability of centrifuge slots for loading or unloading of samples and the subsequent delivery of experimental results can be enhanced. The methodology is particularly useful in situations where multiple samples need to be processed rapidly, for example, as part of a STAT blood typing program in urgent care facilities prior to blood transfusion.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2008Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Dee, Donald J. Moran, Jr., Mark Sawczuk, William G. Atterbury, Michael L. Marshall, Douglas E. Boyd
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Publication number: 20110093207Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for conducting the identification and quantification of micro-organisms, e.g., bacteria in biological samples. More particularly, the invention relates to a system comprising a cooling, heating and fan arrangement for maintaining a predetermined optimum temperature of the samples during testing; a visual, circumferential and axial alignment system for aligning the samples within the carousel; a transfer system for transferring the samples from the carousel to the centrifuge; a balancing system of minimizing the rotational vibrations of the centrifuge; a safety system and anti-tipping design for the sample containing system; liquid dispensing arms for dispensing the buffered saline solution; and discharge ports for discharging and disposing of the liquid removed from the samples to a location external of the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2010Publication date: April 21, 2011Applicant: POCARED DIAGNOSTICS LTD.Inventors: Gal Ingber, William G. Atterbury, Dave Holley, Thomas A. Klausing, John S. Laudo, Jason A. Schaefer, Sherwood Talbert, John Tallarico
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Publication number: 20110042582Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for conducting the identification and quantification of micro-organisms, e.g., bacteria in biological samples. More particularly, the invention relates to a system comprising a disposable cartridge and an optical cup or cuvette having a tapered surface; an optics system including an optical reader and a thermal controller; an optical analyzer; a cooling system; and an improved spectrometer. The system may utilize the disposable cartridge in the sample processor and the optical cup or cuvette in the optical analyzer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2009Publication date: February 24, 2011Applicant: POCARED DIAGNOSTICS LTD.Inventors: Gal Ingber, William G. Atterbury, Dave Holley, John S. Laudo, Jason A. Schaefer, Sherwood Talbert, John Tallarico, Thomas A. Klausing
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Publication number: 20110008825Abstract: A system for conducting the identification and quantification of micro-organisms, e.g., bacteria in urine samples which includes: 1) several disposable cartridges for holding four disposable components including a centrifuge tube, a pipette tip having a 1 ml volume, a second pipette tip having a 0.5 ml volume, and an optical cup or cuvette; 2) a sample processor for receiving the disposable cartridges and processing the urine samples including transferring the processed urine sample to the optical cups; and 3) an optical analyzer for receiving the disposable cartridges and configured to analyze the type and quantity of micro-organisms in the urine sample. The disposable cartridges with their components including the optical cups or cuvettes are used in the sample processor, and the optical cups or cuvettes containing the processed urine samples are used in the optical analyzer for identifying and quantifying the type of micro-organism existing in the processed urine samples.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2008Publication date: January 13, 2011Applicant: POCARED DIAGNOSTICS LTD.Inventors: Gal Ingber, William G. Atterbury, Russell H. Barnes, Douglas E. Boyd, Joseph D. Dennis, Jonathan Gurfinkel, Dave Holley, Steven E. Huckaby, Thomas A. Klausing, John S. Laudo, Kevin Sadeski, Jason A. Schaefer, K. Bryan Scott, Carol Stillman, Sherwood Talbert, John Tallarico
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Patent number: 7849850Abstract: An improved Electrohydrodynamic (EHD) nozzle particularly suitable for a handheld pulmonary aerosol inhaler increases the consistent and efficient dispensing of therapeutic liquids by reducing or eliminating wetting through shielding of discharge electrodes. Some versions further eliminate wetting while enhances neutralization of the aerosol through presentation of a corona wind of ions annularly surround the aerosol. Incorporation of improved liquid distribution with consistent pressure drops to each EHD nozzle tip allows horizontal dispensing, and by using dielectric nozzle tips with low surface energy to thereby avoid wicking between dispenses and to advantageously reduce achievable particle size when dispensing. Some versions feature enhanced snap-fit assembly and other manufacturability advantages. One of the unique features of the EHD nozzles is achieved high dose rate (microliters/minute) with low wetting and small particle size (1.0-5 microns), although these properties tend to be mutually exclusive.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2003Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Assignee: Battelle Memorial InstituteInventors: William G. Atterbury, Chad E. Bouton, David R. Busick, James E. Dvorsky, Peter A. Gaydos, David A. Holley, Daniel D. Meek, Gregory A. Trees
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Publication number: 20090275458Abstract: High-throughput centrifugation of batches of samples is achieved by dividing a single centrifugation run of a batch of samples into two or more staggered, discrete spins with fewer samples and in which the availability of centrifuge slots for loading or unloading of samples and the subsequent delivery of experimental results can be enhanced. The methodology is particularly useful in situations where multiple samples need to be processed rapidly, for example, as part of a STAT blood typing program in urgent care facilities prior to blood transfusion.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2008Publication date: November 5, 2009Applicant: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Dee, Donald J. Moran, JR., Mark Sawczuk, William G. Atterbury, Michael L. Marshall, Douglas E. Boyd
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Publication number: 20090186416Abstract: An immunodiagnostic test card includes a flat planar member and at least one dilution chamber that is supported by the flat planar member. The at least one dilution chamber can be disposed adjacent chambers used for testing a patient sample that are provided on the immunodiagnostic test card or can be provided separately.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2008Publication date: July 23, 2009Applicant: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Inventors: Raymond Francis Jakubowicz, William G. Atterbury, Douglas E. Boyd, Michael L. Marshall
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Publication number: 20040195403Abstract: An improved Electrohydrodynamic (EHD) nozzle particularly suitable for a handheld pulmonary aerosol inhaler increases the consistent and efficient dispensing of therapeutic liquids by reducing or eliminating wetting through shielding of discharge electrodes. Some versions further eliminate wetting while enhances neutralization of the aerosol through presentation of a corona wind of ions annularly surround the aerosol. Incorporation of improved liquid distribution with consistent pressure drops to each EHD nozzle tip allows horizontal dispensing, and by using dielectric nozzle tips with low surface energy to thereby avoid wicking between dispenses and to advantageously reduce achievable particle size when dispensing. Some versions feature enhanced snap-fit assembly and other manufacturability advantages. One of the unique features of the EHD nozzles is achieved high dose rate (microliters/minute) with low wetting and small particle size (1.0-5 microns), although these properties tend to be mutually exclusive.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2003Publication date: October 7, 2004Applicant: Battelle Memorial Institute and BattellePharma, Inc.Inventors: William G. Atterbury, Chad E. Bouton, David R. Busick, James E. Dvorsky, Peter A. Gaydos, David A. Holley, Daniel D. Meek, Gregory A. Trees
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Patent number: 5916167Abstract: A surgical probe wherein a heat sterilizable and reusable detector component is combined with a disposable handle and cable assembly. The reusable detector component incorporates a detector crystal and associated mountings along with preamplifier components. It is formed having a positioning shaft extending therefrom to a contact supporting surface carrying a pattern of electrical contact surfaces. Two orientation bosses are formed with the positioning shaft. The disposable handle employs an insert member having a receiving cavity. The electrical contact carrying tip of the shaft engages an elastomeric seal and moves into electrical engagement with a pattern of electrical contacts mounted within the handle in conjunction with a permanently affixed flexible cable.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 1997Date of Patent: June 29, 1999Assignee: Neoprobe CorporationInventors: Daniel A. Kramer, Beth Ann Kizer, William G. Atterbury, Marty J. Warnecke, Steve W. Stracener, Jan B. Yates
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Patent number: 5822997Abstract: A thermal conditioning system is provided which is configured for setback operations. The source of thermal conditioning is preferably a gas driven heat pump. Control is provided such that during the recovery process, the operation of the heat pump is varied to accommodate changes in loading on the system. In addition, the control apparatus is configured to vary the start time of the recovery period as a function of recent system performance.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 1996Date of Patent: October 20, 1998Assignee: Gas Research InstituteInventor: William G. Atterbury
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Patent number: D610698Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2008Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Pocared Diagnostics Ltd.Inventors: John S. Laudo, Gal Ingber, William G. Atterbury, Thomas A. Klausing, Dave Holley, John Tallarico
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Patent number: D610699Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2009Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Pocared Diagnostics Ltd.Inventors: John S. Laudo, Gal Ingber, William G. Atterbury, Thomas A. Klausing, Dave Holley, John Tallarico
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Patent number: D655016Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2009Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: Pocared Diagnostics, Ltd.Inventors: John S Laudo, Gal Ingber, William G Atterbury, Thomas A Klausing, Dave Holley, John Tallarico
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Patent number: D413532Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 1997Date of Patent: September 7, 1999Assignee: Neoprobe CorporationInventors: William G. Atterbury, James E. Dvorsky, Beth A. Gahagan, Donald J. Hackman, Daniel A. Kramer
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Patent number: D423377Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 1997Date of Patent: April 25, 2000Assignee: Neoprobe CorporationInventors: William G. Atterbury, James E. Dvorsky, Beth A. Gahagan, Donald J. Hackman, Daniel A. Kramer
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Patent number: D424453Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 1997Date of Patent: May 9, 2000Assignee: Neoprobe CorporationInventors: William G. Atterbury, James E. Dvorsky, Beth A. Gahagan, Donald J. Hackman, Daniel A. Kramer