Patents by Inventor William Markle

William Markle 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: 20190150805
    Abstract: Receiver apparatus for use with an analyte sensor, and methods of operation and manufacturing. In one embodiment, the analyte sensor is an implanted/implantable blood glucose sensor, including oxygen-based detector elements. The receiver apparatus is a wireless-enabled small form-factor device with limited functionality that can be easily worn or kept with the user on a continual basis, thereby obviating the need for a more fully featured receiver or smartphone for extended periods of time (e.g., one week). The exemplary oxygen based analyte sensor, with high degree of stability over time, enables the user to divorce themselves from the more fully functioned receiver or smartphone, since no external calibration of the sensor is required during the extended period. In one variant, the device is a lightweight wristband. Other variants include e.g., pendants, finger-worn rings, arm or head bands, skin patches, and even dental, subcutaneous, or prosthetic implants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2019
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Inventors: Timothy Routh, Joseph Lucisano, William Markle, Michael Perkins
  • Publication number: 20180153450
    Abstract: Receiver apparatus for use with an analyte sensor, and methods of operation and manufacturing. In one embodiment, the analyte sensor is an implanted/implantable blood glucose sensor, including oxygen-based detector elements. The receiver apparatus is a wireless-enabled small form-factor device with limited functionality that can be easily worn or kept with the user on a continual basis, thereby obviating the need for a more fully featured receiver or smartphone for extended periods of time (e.g., one week). The exemplary oxygen based analyte sensor, with high degree of stability over time, enables the user to divorce themselves from the more fully functioned receiver or smartphone, since no external calibration of the sensor is required during the extended period. In one variant, the device is a lightweight wristband. Other variants include e.g., pendants, finger-worn rings, arm or head bands, skin patches, and even dental, subcutaneous, or prosthetic implants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventors: Timothy Routh, Joseph Lucisano, William Markle, Michael Perkins
  • Publication number: 20180140239
    Abstract: Implantable sensor and associated receiver apparatus, and methods of manufacturing, implantation, and use. In one embodiment, the sensor apparatus is a heterogeneous glucose sensor, including hydrogen peroxide-based detector elements and oxygen-based detector elements. The sensor apparatus utilizes one (type) of the detector elements to confirm the accuracy of, and/or calibrate, the second (type of) detector element, so as to among other things enable the second type of detector to operate more robustly, and/or for a longer period without external calibration and/or explants. In one variant, the heterogeneous detector types are contained within a common biocompatible implantable housing. In another variant, the first type of detector (e.g., oxygen based) is disposed within a separable module that can operate independently of (or mechanically and/or electrically interface with) the second type of detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Publication date: May 24, 2018
    Inventors: Joseph Lucisano, William Markle, Robert Gazdzinski
  • Patent number: 9693720
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relates to analyte sensors. In particular, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate to non-consuming intravascular glucose sensors based on fluorescence chemistry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Assignee: MEDTRONIC MINIMED, INC.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, William Markle
  • Publication number: 20150080685
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relates to analyte sensors. In particular, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate to non-consuming intravascular glucose sensors based on fluorescence chemistry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Applicant: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, William Markle
  • Patent number: 8738107
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relates to analyte sensors. In particular, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate to non-consuming intravascular glucose sensors based on fluorescence chemistry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, William Markle
  • Publication number: 20120053427
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to an optical sensor for detecting blood glucose by deploying the optical sensor into the interstitial fluid. The sensor comprises a chemical indicator system capable of generating an optical signal related to the blood glucose activity. The sensor further comprises a means for generating and detecting an optical reference signal unrelated to the blood glucose activity, such that ratiometric correction of blood glucose measurements for artifacts in the optical system is enabled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Applicant: GLUMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, Soya Gamsey, Thomas A. Peyser, William Markle
  • Publication number: 20090018418
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relates to analyte sensors. In particular, the preferred embodiments of the present invention relate to non-consuming intravascular glucose sensors based on fluorescence chemistry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2008
    Publication date: January 15, 2009
    Applicant: Glumetrics, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, William Markle
  • Publication number: 20090018426
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and systems for multipoint calibration of an analyte sensor. More specifically, the methods can be used to calibrate glucose sensors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2008
    Publication date: January 15, 2009
    Applicant: Glumetrics, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Markle, William Markle
  • Publication number: 20050080345
    Abstract: Improved apparatus and methods for non-invasively assessing one or more hemodynamic parameters associated with the circulatory system of a living organism. In one aspect, the invention comprises apparatus adapted to accurately place and maintain a sensor (e.g., tonometric pressure sensor) with respect to the anatomy of the subject, including an alignment apparatus which is separable from an adjustable fixture. The alignment apparatus moveably captures the sensor to, inter alia, facilitate coupling thereof to an actuator used to position the sensor during measurements. The alignment apparatus also advantageously allows the sensor position to be maintained when the fixture is removed from the subject, such as during patient transport. Methods for positioning the alignment apparatus and sensor, correcting for hydrostatic pressure effects, and providing treatment to the subject are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2004
    Publication date: April 14, 2005
    Inventors: Simon Finburgh, Russell Hempstead, Mark Perona, Ronald Vidischak, William Markle, Allison Porreco, Anthony Butler