Patents Issued in April 18, 2024
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Publication number: 20240122735Abstract: There is disclosed an adjustable lower body orthotic structure supporting belt to be fitted to a user's morphology and pelvic tilt, The belt comprises at least one lateral segment having an associated pivoting attachment that includes a securing mechanism to secure a lower body orthotic structure to the lateral with a variable sagittal orientation, a posterior support segment and a two-part securing segment connected via a locking mechanism to secure the belt to the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2021Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Francisco SOUCY, Nathaniel ZOSO
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Publication number: 20240122736Abstract: Anatomic physiological separators of toes and the procedure to obtain them. Considered as medical surgical equipment adapted to the requirement of the population in all their varieties. Their use is aimed at cushioning discomfort and deformities caused by pathologies, defects or amputations of toes. They are adapted to the shape and size of the interdigital surfaces and reproduce the interdigital surfaces on which they are based. A series of previously made models or prototypes are then massed produced. They represent each and every one of the interdigital spaces of both feet and of all types of feet, as a result of combining the size or shape of the feet, sex, age, their digital formula: square, Greek, Egyptian and ideal foot, as well as the metatarsal formula: Minus index, minus plus index, plus index.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Luis Frontela Carreras
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Publication number: 20240122737Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a urinary catheter collection reservoir on an article of footwear or clothing of a catheter user. A catch is fastened to the article of footwear or clothing. A carrier includes a hook portion configured to be received within and supported by the catch. The carrier also includes a cradle portion configured to receive and support at least a portion of said reservoir. A urine reservoir constructed to wrap around and attach to a catheter user's lower leg above the ankle so that the weight of the reservoir is supported on the ankle and above the foot. The reservoir is formed from overlapping, elongated strips of flexible, water-impermeable material having a central portion and opposed end portions. An internal urine cavity is formed in the central portion between the strips. First and second inter-engageable fasteners are formed at opposed, lengthwise ends of said strips to connect the reservoir around user's lower leg.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Leonid Shendelman
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Publication number: 20240122738Abstract: A wafer construction (200) for applying a collecting system (100) around an ostomy, the wafer construction comprising a central through-going aperture (201) for bringing the ostomy (001) in fluid communication with a collecting reservoir (300), an inner radially extending layer (220) for attaching the wafer to the peri-stomal skin (002), said inner layer (220) comprising a skin contacting surface (221), a moist vapour permeable layer (224), an outer surface (226); an outer radially extending layer (230); said outer layer comprising a substantially moist vapour impermeable film (232), an outer surface (236), an inner surface (238), a bag element (234) for engaging the wafer (200) to a collecting reservoir (300); a central stoma adjacent-area (240) comprising a first area of both the inner layer (220) and the outer layer (230); said central stoma-adjacent-area defined radially as the area of the wafer construction (200) closer to the central through-going aperture (201) than the bag element (234) of the outer lType: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Furine ApSInventor: Brian Thomsen NIELSEN
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Publication number: 20240122739Abstract: The present invention relates to a stoma implant assembly comprising a base having an aperture adapted to engage an outlet. The base is adapted to engage a body of a subject and the outlet comprises a bore therethrough. The outlet comprises a distal end having a connecting portion adapted to releasably secure a second connecting portion. The present stoma plant assembly alleviates some of the disadvantages associated with presently available stoma plant assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: John Vella
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Publication number: 20240122740Abstract: A method for anchoring soft tissue, such as a human tongue, to bone applied to minimizing snoring and sleep apnea in a human by properly positioning the tongue. A device is introduced through the patient's chin area through a drilled channel into the soft tissue of the tongue and then withdrawn in a manner whereby a portion of the device is secured to the patient's mandible by an engagement piece. A cord is utilized to apply tension to the engagement piece in a manner that allows for subsequent adjustment of tension on the engagement piece, both immediate and delayed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: timothy f. kelley, md inc.Inventor: Timothy F Kelley
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Publication number: 20240122741Abstract: Apparatus for reducing obstructive sleep apnea, snoring and/or nasal drainage, or improving sleep quality. One apparatus includes an upper member fitting portions of the interior and exterior surfaces of a user's upper dentition, and a lower member fitting similarly adjacent a user's lower dentition. The upper and lower members include molar and pre-molar extensions so that when the user bites or clenches, the upper right and lower right extensions impinge on one another in substantially overlapping fashion, as do the upper left and lower left extensions. The upper member includes a palate extension that extends posteriorly from the upper member in the region of the upper incisors, which introduces a tongue resting spot to compensate for the lowering of the mandible and restoring the proper tongue posture while sleeping. The oral devices may be produced by additive or subtractive manufacturing methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: SLOW WAVE, INC.Inventor: WAYNE R. WAGNER
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Publication number: 20240122742Abstract: Apparatuses for use in straw phonation are provided herein. These apparatuses are typically reusable. Kits comprising these apparatuses are also provided which allow the apparatuses to be stored safely for repeated use throughout the day as required. Additionally, the present disclosure is related to methods of practicing straw phonation with the apparatuses described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: SINGING STRAW LLCInventor: Whitney Cytryn
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Publication number: 20240122743Abstract: The invention relates to a device (10) for contraception, comprising: at least one thread (5) and at least one ion-emitting body (3, 3?, 3?, 3??) having at least one through hole (31) with at least two through hole openings (31c, 31d) through which the at least one thread (5) extends, wherein an outer surface (32, 32?, 32?, 32??) of the ion-emitting body (3, 3?, 3?, 3??) extending from one of the through hole openings (31c, 31d) to the other one of the through hole openings (31d, 31c) has no outwardly facing edge.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2021Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Meira Dühlmeyer
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Publication number: 20240122744Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods herein relate to cooling a head of a patient. These systems and methods may comprise a cooling cap assembly comprising a heat exchanger configured to be wrapped around a head of a patient and a compression assembly releasably coupled to the heat exchanger. The compression assembly may comprise an enclosure and an inflatable member coupled to an internal surface of the enclosure. When coupled, the inflatable member may be positioned between the enclosure and the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger may be separate from and moveable relative to the inflatable member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Kathleen DILLIGAN, Jeffrey WEINSTRAUB, Todd PELMAN, Robert HJ MIROS, Ricardo SALINAS, Keith B. PAYEA
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Publication number: 20240122745Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods herein relate to cooling a head of a patient. These systems and methods may comprise a cooling cap assembly comprising a heat exchanger configured to be wrapped around a head of a patient and a compression assembly releasably coupled to the heat exchanger. The compression assembly may comprise an enclosure and an inflatable member coupled to an internal surface of the enclosure. When coupled, the inflatable member may be positioned between the enclosure and the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger may be separate from and moveable relative to the inflatable member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Kathleen DILLIGAN, Jeffrey WEINTRAUB, Todd PELMAN, Robert HJ MIROS, Ricardo SALINAS, Keith B. PAYEA
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Publication number: 20240122746Abstract: Methods are provided herein for affecting a region of a subject's body, comprising exposing the region to a cooling element under conditions effective to cool subcutaneous adipose tissue in said region; and increasing the blood flow rate to the cooled tissue by exposing the tissue to an energy source. Methods are also provided for treating subcutaneous adipose tissue in a region of a subject's body, comprising exposing said region to a cooling element under conditions effective to cool said tissue; and exposing the tissue to an energy source to increase the blood flow rate to the cooled tissue, thereby stimulating reperfusion in, and/or causing an ischemia-reperfusion injury to, the cooled tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Mitchell E. Levinson
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Publication number: 20240122747Abstract: The present disclosure provides a combined type hand warmer, including a first hand warmer unit and a second hand warmer unit; a first connection part is arranged on the first hand warmer unit, and a second connection part is arranged on the second hand warmer unit; the first connection part is detachably connected to the second connection part such that the first hand warmer unit and the second hand warmer unit are combined into a whole; and when a user needs to warm two hands/multiple body parts, the first hand warmer unit can be separated from the second hand warmer unit, and the first hand warmer unit and the second hand warmer unit can be respectively used for warming the two hands/multiple body parts.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Xueping Zhu
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Publication number: 20240122748Abstract: To provide a holder which is for a heating and cooling tool and which fits on the upper arm and can provide a stable heating or cooling effect to skin. This holder for a heating and cooling tool is mounted on the upper arm, and comprises: a holding part having a pocket in which a heater or cooler is accommodated; and a belt joined to the holding part so that an insertion space into which the upper arm is inserted is formed between the holding part and the belt, wherein the holding part is made of a material that does not substantially expand or contract, and the belt is made of an elastic material to allow the belt to conform to changes in the thickness of the upper arm accompanying bending and straightening of the elbow.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Nobuto INOUE
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Publication number: 20240122749Abstract: A thermal transfer apparatus and a method of use thereof are provided. The thermal transfer apparatus comprises a first container comprising a first wall, and a second wall connected to the first wall at ends of each wall, thereby defining a first enclosed cavity. At least four protrusions extend from the first wall into the first enclosed cavity towards the second wall and each protrusion comprising a third wall defining a second enclosed cavity. At least four protrusions comprise at least two short protrusions and at least two long protrusions. The short protrusions extend a first distance from the first wall into the first enclosed cavity towards the second wall, and are positioned intermediate two or more of the long protrusions. The long protrusions extend a second distance from the first wall into the first enclosed cavity towards the second wall. The second distance is greater than the first distance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Colin M. Hall, Bradley J. Waugh
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Publication number: 20240122750Abstract: A surgical fixation tool (10) includes at least one fixation member (12) which protrudes from a leg (16) of a proximal grasping portion (20). The at least one fixation member (12) includes a needle (28) with a sharp distal tip (29). The needle (28) protrudes distally from a support structure (30) that includes one or more sloped support surfaces (34, 36) that are sloped with respect to a needle shaft (27).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2021Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Everads Therapy Ltd.Inventors: Hagay Drori, Nir Sinai, Doron Smulian, David Daily, Lior Raday
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Publication number: 20240122751Abstract: Projection of visible, non-treatment light onto an eye to illuminate specific areas of the surgical field is disclosed herein. A surgical system may include a surgical console; a microscope communicatively coupled to the surgical console; a camera communicatively coupled to the surgical console; and a projector operable to project light onto an eye. The projector may be communicatively coupled to the surgical console. A method for light projection may include collecting information from an eye using a camera; determining the light projection based, at least in part, on the collected information; and projecting visible, non-treatment light onto the eye using a projector.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Niels Alexander Abt
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Publication number: 20240122752Abstract: An ophthalmic instrument includes a blade laterally symmetric about a longitudinal axis with a first triangular portion having first opposed cutting edges and a first longitudinal length extending from an anterior tip to a first position, the first position having a first width, a second portion having parallel second edges and a second longitudinal length extending from the first position to a second position, and a third portion having third opposed cutting edges and a third longitudinal length extending from the second position to a third position, the third position having a third width that is greater than the first width.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: John Morgan Micheletti
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Publication number: 20240122753Abstract: Medical devices and methods for removing a predetermined portion of soft tissue from a target tissue layer, thereby creating a channel between two side walls of the target tissue layer, are described. The medical device is a cutting tool comprising: an elongated round body extending along a longitudinal axis and having a uniform outer cross-section at a proximal side thereof; a cutting portion at a distal side of the elongated body, comprising at a distal end thereof a cutting edge of a first cross-section being smaller than said outer cross-section, and a distally and continuously decreasing outer cross-section; and a chamber extending along the longitudinal axis inside the cutting tool from said cutting portion, the chamber having dimensions enabling storing of the removed soft tissue portion inside the chamber thereby providing a validation to the channel creation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Gilad Lavi, Yoseph Glovinsky, Vadim Shmukler, Nir Israeli
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Publication number: 20240122754Abstract: Glaucoma shunts comprising an elongate body with an outer surface and an inner surface, the elongate body comprising an inner wall that defines a lumen spanning a length of the elongate body are disclosed herein. Also disclosed are methods of decreasing intraocular pressure in an eye, the method comprising inserting at least a portion of a glaucoma shunt into an anterior chamber of the eye, and draining aqueous humour from the anterior chamber through the lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2020Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Houfar Sekhavat, Nir Shoham-Hazon
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Publication number: 20240122755Abstract: A shunt 10 for implantation in the human body for treating ocular disorders related to disorders of intraocular or intracranial pressure by providing for flow of aqueous fluid in the anterior chamber A of the eye and cerebrospinal fluid in the subarachnoid space B surrounding the optic nerve C. The shunt has a proximal end 12 which is implanted in the ocular anterior chamber and a distal end 14 which is implanted in the subarachnoid space. The shunt has a two-part construction, including a flexible distal tube 18 and a rigid proximal tube 20. The distal tube has a distal stop formation 26 near the distal end 14 which is located in the subarachnoid space upon implantation of the distal end, resisting withdrawal of the shunt. The proximal tube has a curved portion which conforms to the anatomical curvature of the ocular globe.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Daemon Bruce McClunan
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Publication number: 20240122756Abstract: A laser surgical method for performing a corneal incision while maintaining iris exposure below a predetermined exposure limit includes: determining an initial iris exposure based on an initial treatment scan, determining whether the initial iris exposure is less than the predetermined exposure limit; generating a revised treatment scan comprising one or more treatment scan modifying elements when the initial iris exposure is greater than the predetermined exposure limit, and scanning the focal zone of a pulsed laser beam according to the revised treatment scan, thereby performing the corneal incision, wherein the one or more treatment scan modifying elements causes the iris exposure to be smaller than the predetermined exposure limit.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Georg Schuele, David A. Dewey, Javier G. Gonzalez, Alexander Vankov
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Publication number: 20240122757Abstract: An ophthalmic surgery laser system and method of laser delivery for an ophthalmic surgery laser system are disclosed herein. Embodiments of the system and method are directed to an ophthalmic surgery laser system including a laser engine, a laser guide, and a laser shaper. Embodiments of the system and method are directed to a laser delivery system for an ophthalmic surgery laser system. Embodiments of the system and method are directed to an ophthalmic surgery laser system including additional functionality such as laser scanning confocal microscopy, 3D laser scanning, and laser beam diagnostics. Embodiments further include the use of a lower power illumination source.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Jesse BUCK, Michael HAGER
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Publication number: 20240122758Abstract: The invention relates to a method for providing control data for presbyopia reversion for an ophthalmological laser (12) of a treatment apparatus (10). As steps, the method includes determining (S10) presbyopia correction data for presbyopia correction of a cornea (16), wherein an originally uniform visual acuity of the cornea (16) is changed into multifocal areas by application of the presbyopia correction data, wherein the presbyopia correction data is stored in a database (24); retrieving (S12) the stored presbyopia correction data of the cornea (16) from the database (24), if the multifocal areas of the cornea (16) are to be adapted or cancelled at a subsequent point of time; determining (S14) control data for adapting or cancelling the multifocal areas depending on the retrieved presbyopia correction data; and providing (S16) the control data for controlling the ophthalmological laser (12) of the treatment apparatus (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Samuel ARBA MOSQUERA, Tobias EWERING
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Publication number: 20240122759Abstract: A system including: a contact element for fixing the relative geometric position and orientation of a patient's eye with respect to a laser applicator and a lens element for insertion into the contact element. The contact element receives the lens element at a predetermined position. The lens element has an eye surface and the lens element has a projection element that engages with one or several holding elements from below for fastening the lens element in the contact element by a snap-action connection. The lens element presents a lens contact surface on a lower side of a projection element. The at least one projection element engages the at least one holding element. The lens contact surface is pressed against an elastic compensation element arranged on a fastening surface of the contact element and serving to reduce the forces acting on the lens element by the at least one holding element.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2021Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Dirk PREUSS, Andreas WIRTH
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Publication number: 20240122760Abstract: A method is disclosed for adapting treatment coordinates for a treatment of an eye with an ophthalmological laser of a treatment apparatus. The treatment apparatus includes a contact element for fixing the eye. The method includes acquiring at least a first image of the eye, before the eye is fixed by the contact element, and determining treatment coordinates of the eye by means of the first image, determining orientation points of the eye and the position thereof in the first image; acquiring a second image of the eye, after the eye has been fixed by the contact element, wherein the position of the respective orientation points is determined in the second image. The method also includes determining a transformation matrix based on the respectively determined positions of related orientation points in the first and the second image, and adapting (S18) the treatment coordinates by the determined transformation matrix.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Samuel ARBA MOSQUERA
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Publication number: 20240122761Abstract: A multi-piece eye mask is provided and has a first headband, a second headband, and two speaker assemblies. The first headband is configured to cover the user's eyes and ears. The second headband is detachably mounted on the first headband. The speaker assemblies are mounted in the second headband and corresponding to the user's ears in location. The first headband can be separated from the second headband, which contains the eye cups, and the first headband with the eye cups is independently washable.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: BENJAMIN SCHWARZ, MARK ZHANG
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Publication number: 20240122762Abstract: A negative pressure wound therapy system includes at least one sensor coupled to a wound dressing for a wound of a patient, and a control circuit. The at least one sensor is configured to output an indication of a displacement of the wound dressing. The control circuit is configured to receive the indication of the displacement of the wound dressing, calculate a therapy parameter corresponding to the indication of the displacement, and output the therapy parameter.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Christopher Brian LOCKE, Justin Alexander LONG, Timothy Mark ROBINSON
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Publication number: 20240122763Abstract: Embodiments of negative pressure wound therapy systems and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a wound dressing, negative pressure source, user interface, sensor, and control circuitry. The user interface can receive an activation input. The sensor can detect whether the wound dressing is positioned over a wound. The control circuitry can cause supply of negative pressure in response to receipt of the activation input and a determination that the sensor detects that the wound dressing is positioned over the wound. In addition, the control circuitry can prevent supply of negative pressure in response to a determination that the sensor does not detect that the wound dressing is positioned over the wound.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Ben Alan Askem, Victoria Beadle, John Philip Gowans, Mark Hesketh, Allan Kenneth Frazer Grugeon Hunt, William Kelbie, Damyn Musgrave, Joseph William Robinson
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Publication number: 20240122764Abstract: Embodiments of negative pressure wound therapy systems and methods for operating the systems are disclosed. In one embodiment, a negative pressure source can provide negative pressure via a fluid flow path to a wound dressing comprising a stabilizing structure. The stabilizing structure can be inserted into a wound and collapse upon application of negative pressure to the wound when the stabilizing structure is positioned in the wound. A controller can in turn determine a measure of collapse of the stabilizing structure from a pressure in the fluid flow path while the negative pressure source maintains a magnitude of the pressure in the fluid flow path within a negative pressure range. The controller can output an indication responsive to the measure of collapse.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Allan Kenneth Frazer Grugeon Hunt, William Joseph Jaecklein, Felix Clarence Quintanar
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Publication number: 20240122765Abstract: A negative pressure wound closure system and methods for using such a system are described. Preferred embodiments of the invention facilitate closure of the wound by preferentially contracting to exert force on the tissue. Some embodiments may utilize a clamping structure with removable sections.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Edward Yerbury Hartwell
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Publication number: 20240122766Abstract: An apparatus for mutually welding at least two elements of an absorbent sanitary item, including a supporting structure, a first welding member including a first welding surface, and a second welding member including a second welding surface. The second welding member is movable with respect to the first welding member between a non-operating position, in which the second welding surface is spaced apart from the first welding surface to allow at least two elements of the absorbent sanitary item to be positioned above the first welding surface, and a welding position, in which the second welding surface is in contact with the first welding surface to allow welding the at least two elements. One of the welding members includes a yielding coupling element configured to allow a relative displacement between the first and second welding surfaces as a result of the mutual contact between the second and first welding members.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Matteo PIANTONI, Alessandro ZAVALLONI
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Publication number: 20240122767Abstract: A production line of absorbent sanitary articles and production control method. The line includes production devices configured to perform production operations on the absorbent sanitary articles; sensors adapted to detect current values of operating parameters indicative of the current operation of the production devices; and a control unit including a memory and a processor configured to perform a comparison between the current values of the operating parameters and respective predetermined reference values stored in the memory and, in the presence of an anomalous operating parameter, to identify, among a plurality of possible malfunctioning causes, a current malfunctioning cause responsible for the anomalous operating parameter.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Matteo PIANTONI, Alessandro ZAVALLONI
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Publication number: 20240122768Abstract: A production line of absorbent sanitary articles and method of predictive detection of defects of absorbent sanitary articles, wherein it is provided to: detect current values of operating parameters which are indicative of the current operation of at least one production device adapted to perform respective production operations on the absorbent sanitary articles being processed along the production line; perform a comparison between the current values of the detected operating parameters and respective predetermined reference values; in the presence of at least one anomalous operating parameter that does not comply with the respective predetermined reference values, identify, among a plurality of possible malfunctioning causes of the line, at least one current malfunctioning cause responsible for the at least one anomalous operating parameter; and make a prediction of any defects in the absorbent sanitary articles being processed along the line starting from the at least one current malfunctioning cause ideType: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Matteo PIANTONI, Alessandro ZAVALLONI, Paolo CARUANA
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Publication number: 20240122769Abstract: A medical device includes a handle, an end cap, and a patch. The handle includes a movable body and a stationary body. The movable body includes an actuation member. The end cap is configured to be coupled to a distal end of a scope. The patch is movable relative to the end cap. The patch is coupled to the movable body via one or more control elements such that movement of the movable body extends the patch from the end cap. The patch is further coupled to the actuation member via one or more actuation elements such that movement of the actuation member extends, bows, or bends the one or more actuation elements to at least partially deploy the patch.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Boston Scientific Medical Device LimitedInventors: Deepak Kumar SHARMA, Sharath Kumar G, Rajivkumar SINGH
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Publication number: 20240122770Abstract: A medical device includes a handle with a primary actuator and one or more secondary actuators, an end cap configured to be coupled to a distal end of another medical device and including stationary and movable portions, one or more patches that are coupled to the movable portion, one or more control elements coupling the primary actuator to the movable portion; and one or more actuation elements. The one or more actuation elements extend from the one or more secondary actuators to a position between a portion of the one or more patches and the movable portion of the end cap. Movement of the primary actuator moves the movable portion of the end cap relative to the stationary portion of the end cap, and movement of the one or more secondary actuators at least partially deploys the one or more patches from the movable portion of the end cap.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Boston Scientific Medical Device LimitedInventors: Deepak Kumar SHARMA, Sharath Kumar G, Rajivkumar SINGH, Nachiket Vilas GOLE
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Publication number: 20240122771Abstract: A medical device includes a handle including a main body and a movable body, a sheath element coupled to the handle, an actuation element disposed within the sheath element, an end cap configured to be coupled to a distal end of another medical device, and a patch positioned on the end cap and coupled to the actuation element. The patch includes a mesh and an expandable structure coupled to the mesh. The expandable structure is configured to be coupled to the actuation element, and the expandable structure is further configured to cause the mesh to retract and expand.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Boston Scientific Medical Device LimitedInventors: Deepak Kumar SHARMA, Sharath Kumar G
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Publication number: 20240122772Abstract: To enable simpler and more efficient management of menstruation, this disclosure provides a method comprising the following steps: a processor acquires information pertaining to the amount of menstrual blood absorbed by an absorbent shorts s based on measurements taken by the measuring unit attached to the absorbent shorts; and the processor links the information pertaining to the amount of menstrual blood, and outputs it.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Kumi TAKAHASHI
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Publication number: 20240122773Abstract: A system for managing female incontinence includes a body of biocompatible material configured to fit between the labia minora and the vestibule floor, the body having a surface configured to occlude the urethral meatus, a first adhesive layer disposed on at least a first portion of the surface and configured to provide a sealing engagement between the body and the urethral meatus, and a second adhesive layer disposed over the first adhesive layer and configured to provide a sealing engagement between the body and the urethral meatus, wherein the second adhesive layer is removable from the first adhesive layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: John Nguyen, John M. Taylor, Thomas J. Berryman
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Publication number: 20240122774Abstract: A wheelchair lift can be easily installed on a standard truck or SUV, wherein the wheelchair lift includes an extendable and retractable platform, a motorized lifting mechanism, a remote control, and a safety stop mechanism that prevents the wheelchair from rolling off of the platform during use. The wheelchair lift is mountable underneath the driver's side or passenger's side of the vehicle, and folds into a compact unit that is positioned along the base of the vehicle chassis in a position where a running board or step might normally be located. The wheelchair lift may be easily removed from one vehicle and installed on another vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Johnathan T Allen
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Publication number: 20240122775Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a wheelchair for a wheelchair rider, the wheelchair having first and second wheel arms each pivotally mounted so as to allow the alignment of the first arm to move relative to the second arm through a range of relative alignment in response to the rider leaning laterally. First and second wheel mounts are provided on first and second arms respectively to mount respective first and second wheels with central axes of first and second wheels able to move in an arc about the point of pivotal mounting of the respective first or second arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2021Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: WHANAUKA LIMITEDInventor: Marcus William THOMPSON
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Publication number: 20240122776Abstract: Apparatus and methods for providing therapeutic treatment for symptoms associated with GERD and/or other digestive disorders and/or other medical conditions are described herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a support element and a conformable riser element adjacent the support element. The riser element and the support element collectively form a body support member configured to support a user and define a receiving portion configured to receive a portion of the user's arm. The riser element and the support element are each disposed within a casing formed at least in part with a stretch material. In some embodiments, the riser element includes a polyester filler material and the stretch material includes a four-way stretch material. The four-way stretch material in combination with the polyester filler material enables the riser element to be conformable.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: Amenity Health, Inc.Inventors: Carl MELCHER, Aaron CLARK, Clint ERICKSON
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Publication number: 20240122777Abstract: Systems are provided for an imaging system isolation enclosure for use with a medical imaging system includes a pathogen impermeable enclosure for use with one or more of radiation imaging systems and magnetic resonance imaging systems, the pathogen impermeable enclosure is configured to provide a barrier between the imaging system and at least one of a patient user and an imaging room, and an air filtration system including an inlet to supply a cooling air flow to an interior of the imaging system isolation enclosure and an outlet to output exhaust air from an interior of the imaging system isolation enclosure.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Paul Francis FitzGerald, Uwe Wiedmann, Ross Christopher Stalter, Stephen Lorenco Araujo, Michael James Rishel, Chad Allan Smith
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Publication number: 20240122778Abstract: A device for rehabilitation of the upper limb includes a frame and an exoskeleton mounted on the frame. The exoskeleton has a first joint coupled to the frame, a first L-shaped connector connecting the first joint to a second joint, a second L-shaped connector connecting the second joint to a third joint, and an attaching member attaching an upper limb of a human subject to the exoskeleton. The first joint is situated above a shoulder of the human subject and has a first axis of rotation substantially coinciding with the horizontal abduction/adduction rotation axis of the shoulder. The second joint is situated behind the shoulder and has a second axis of rotation coinciding with the abduction/adduction rotation axis of the shoulder. The third joint is situated at the side of the shoulder and has a third axis of rotation substantially coinciding with the flexion/extension rotation axis of the shoulder.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2019Publication date: April 18, 2024Applicant: De La Salle UniversityInventors: Nilo T. Bugtai, Jade R. Dungao, Renann G. Baldovino, Alexander C. Abad, Paul Dominick E. Baniqued, Aira Patrice R. Ong, Michael V. Manguerra, Voltaire B. Dupo, Winny M. Paredes, Maria Annyssa Z. Perez, Carlos Matthew P. Cases, Eldrich Bong B. Valencerina, Hanz Emmanuel A. Timbre, Christopher S. Constantino, Jeremy O. Flordelis, Jose Alvin P. Mojica
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Publication number: 20240122779Abstract: System for providing feedback to a user of a walking aid to regulate his gait, stance and/or activity irregularities, the system being configured to be installed on a walking aid comprising a frame, at least two wheels, two handles and wherein the frame comprises an intermediate supporting frame between the left and right handles of the frame, the system comprising a configuration of sensors for measuring at least one gait, stance and/or activity indicator, a user profile comprising user gait, stance and activity characteristics, a configuration of at least one stimuli generating devices configured to provide feedback to the user with at least one of a tactile, visual or auditory cue based on the measurements of the sensors and on the user profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2020Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Martijn SCHAAPER, Casper SPOELSTRA, Tim VAN DEN ING
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Publication number: 20240122780Abstract: Provided are methods for autonomous vehicle and audio user guidance, which can include detecting user input at a first surface, determining context data associated with a feature of the first surface and providing an instruction associated with the context data. Systems and computer program products are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Linh PHAM, Adam Ridgely KHAW, Christopher KONOPKA
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Publication number: 20240122781Abstract: The present technology relates to an information processing device, an information processing method, and a program that enable a user to perceive a surrounding situation reliably and stably.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: MASAYUKI YOKOYAMA, JUNYA SUZUKI
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Publication number: 20240122782Abstract: Disclosed is a vision training device. The vision training device includes: a treatment unit configured to generate treatment light for irradiating eyes of a user, an adjustment unit configured to adjust a position of the treatment unit, an imaging unit configured to image the eyes of the user, and a control module configured to receive data information generated by an analysis module. According to the vision training device, the imaging unit is arranged to shoot a position image of the eyes of the user, then a position of the eyes is converted into digital coordinate information, and a motor drives a gear and a toothed plate to mesh with each other, thereby achieving an effect of automatically adjusting a lens barrel, improving adjustment precision, improving adjustment efficiency, and achieving higher convenience.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Peiwen LI, Zhiming YAO
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Publication number: 20240122783Abstract: A robotic system, assembly and computer assisted media for providing therapeutic treatment not limited to muscle lengthening. An adjustable probe is mounted to a carriage, in turn supported in width and depth extending relationship upon a portable trolley supported frame or other movable carriage which can be positioned over a patient support device for applying treatment to a given patient muscle areas according input parameters selected from any of heat, cold, vibration (frequency), pulse pressure and duration. A body scanner is provided which interfaces with a processor input incorporating AI assisted software for any of a PC, tablet, laptop or smartphone with mobile application communicating with the software component for providing directions to actuate the probe to apply a treatment protocol. The input can be communicated remotely via NFC, Bluetooth or Cloud capabilities with a remote care provider or ACO organization.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Benjamin J. Blankenship
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Publication number: 20240122784Abstract: The present invention provides a fashionable and discrete therapeutic garment for administering deep pressure therapy to the lower torso. The garment comprises a compression layer which is capable of applying uniform pressure to an area of the lower torso. The outer layer is capable of covering the compression layer such that the garment appears as a typical article of fashion.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2022Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventor: Sarah Catherine Roberts