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26-01-2012 дата публикации

Counterweight for a hunting arrow

Номер: US20120021856A1
Автор: James F. Mackey, JR., Joseph M. Camara
Принадлежит: Shawsheen River Archery Products LLC

A counterweight for a hunting arrow that is mountable between a broadhead and the arrow shaft. The counterweight includes a body with a threaded opening that receives a threaded projection extending from a broadhead and a threaded stud that is threadably matable with a threaded opening in an insert disposed within the leading end of an arrow shaft.

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Номер записи: 1
23-02-2012 дата публикации

HOLLOW CURVED SUPERELASTIC MEDICAL NEEDLE AND METHOD

Номер: US20120046664A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin, Morris Edward J., Pakter Robert L.
Принадлежит:

A needle assembly compromising an infusion needle that includes a needle cannula made of a superelastic material such as Nitinol. The needle cannula is cold-worked or heat annealed to produce a preformed bend that can be straightened within passageway of a coaxial outer cannula for introduction into the body of a patient. Upon deployment from the outer cannula, the needle cannula substantially returns to the preformed configuration for the introduction or extraction of materials at areas lateral to the entry path of the needle assembly. The needle assembly can compromise a plurality of needle cannulae than can be variably arranged or configured for attaining a desired infusion pattern. 12-. (canceled)3. A needle assembly , comprising:a plurality of needle cannulae each having a passageway and a distal tip portion, each said needle cannula, while in its unconstrained configuration, having at least one preformed bend proximate to said distal tip portion and being constrainable to a second configuration, whereby at release of external constraining forces, said distal tip portion of each said needle cannula substantially returns to the unconstrained configuration extending forwardly and radially outwardly from a respective said preformed bend.4. The needle assembly of claim 3 , wherein each of said needle cannulae comprises a superelastic Ni—Ti alloy.5. The needle assembly of claim 3 , wherein each of said needle cannulae has a distal tip that is deflected at an angle between about 30° and about 110° when in an unconstrained condition.6. The needle assembly of claim 3 , wherein each of said needle cannulae has a distal tip that is deflected at an angle between about 60° and about 90° when in an unconstrained condition.7. The needle assembly of claim 3 , also comprising an outer needle cannula containing said plurality of needle cannulae.8. The needle assembly of claim 7 , wherein said outer needle cannula has side apertures claim 7 , with each of said plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 2
23-02-2012 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20120046673A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит:

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and a first spherical retainer positionable external of the vessel. The covering member has a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. 114-. (canceled)15. A method of closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the method comprising:inserting a covering member inside the vessel and moving the covering member in a first direction to position the covering member against the internal opening of the aperture, the covering member having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture; andinserting a first spherical retainer external of the vessel; andadvancing the first retainer toward the covering member in a second different direction for placement external of the vessel to retain the covering member.16. The method of claim 15 , wherein the step of advancing the first retainer comprises the step of moving a suture claim 15 , the first retainer fixedly attached to the suture.17. The method of claim 16 , further comprising the step of inserting a second spherical retainer external of the vessel.18. The method of claim 17 , further comprising the step of advancing the second retainer in the second direction toward the covering member.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein the second retainer is advanced by suture movement.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the first and second retainers are placed in substantially side by side relationship and left in the body to resorb over a period of time.21. A method of closing an aperture in a vessel wall claim 19 , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall claim 19 , the method ...

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Номер записи: 3
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Septal defect closure device

Номер: US20120065673A1
Автор: James F. McGuckin, Jr.
Принадлежит: Individual

A device for closing a septal defect of a patient comprising a covering member and at least one retaining leg. The covering member has a first configuration for delivery and a second configuration for placement on the first side of the defect. The at least one retaining leg is configured to contact tissue on the second side of the defect to retain the covering member and has a first configuration for delivery and a second configuration for placement on the second side of the defect.

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Номер записи: 4
22-03-2012 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20120071915A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schaller David M.
Принадлежит:

A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region wherein the filter is movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. A first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and the second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The second region includes a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion. The first region includes a plurality of spaced apart elongated struts with adjacent struts being joined and a spacer extending radially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the filter. 120-. (canceled)21. A vascular device comprising a first distal region and a second proximal region , the device movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel , the second region having a mounting portion , the second region including a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion , the first region having a first spacer positioned at a distal portion and movable from a substantially flush collapsed position to an expanded position , the first spacer unwinding as it moves from the collapsed position to the expanded position to extend radially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the device.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the first distal region includes a tubular region having a first cutout and the first spacer is formed from the first cutout.23. The device of claim 21 , wherein the first spacer is formed integrally with the device and is formed of shape memory material forming a loop in a shape memorized position.24. The device of claim 21 , further comprising a second spacer axially spaced from the first spacer claim 21 , the second spacer movable from a substantially flush collapsed position to an expanded position to extend radially with ...

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Номер записи: 5
12-04-2012 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20120089163A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит:

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting member and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting member outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting member into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a cutting member and tracking member is also provided. 1. A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen , the method comprising:inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter;withdrawing the catheter from the cutting member and tracking member;inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting member outside the catheter; andexpanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting member into cutting contact with the lesion to thereby enlarge a passageway in the body lumen.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the catheter to move the cutting member includes an expandable balloon claim 1 , and the step of expanding the catheter includes the step of expanding the balloon.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of expanding the balloon causes the cutting member to be moved radially with respect to the catheter.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of expanding a portion of the catheter causes a gap between the cutting member and tracking member to widen.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cutting member has a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member claim 1 , and expansion of a portion of the catheter forces the cutting surface into contact with the lesion.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cutting member and tracking member are attached at a distal end and inserted as a unit through the lumen of the catheter.7. The method of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 6
10-05-2012 дата публикации

BREAST SURGERY METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20120116249A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
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A surgical apparatus for cutting a tissue mass comprising an elongated housing having a distal portion, a rotatable shaft positioned in the elongated housing, and a plurality of flexible electrocautery cutting blades extending from the housing, wherein the plurality of cutting blades are radially expandable from a first position defining a first diameter to a second larger diameter and the blades are rotatable and transmit electrical energy to cut the tissue mass. 155-. (canceled)56. A surgical biopsy apparatus comprising:a housing having a distal portion and a longitudinal axis;an array of cutting blades advanceable with respect to the housing, the cutting blades configured to cut tissue;a tissue collection member for capturing the cut tissue; andan expandable sheath advanceable over the tissue collection member, the sheath providing a radially inward directed force on the tissue collection member as the tissue collection member is retracted within the sheath.57. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 56 , further comprising a medicament bag claim 56 , the medicament bag configured for insertion into the sheath.58. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 57 , wherein the medicament bag provides radiation therapy to a resected area of tissue.59. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 56 , wherein liquid medication is supplied within the sheath to a resected area of tissue.60. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 56 , further comprising a radiographic marker advanced into the sheath.61. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 60 , wherein the radiographic marker is implanted in tissue by a balloon.62. The surgical biopsy apparatus of claim 56 , wherein the sheath has a funnel shaped expandable portion.63. The apparatus of claim 62 , wherein the tissue collection member is advanceable subsequent to advancement of the cutting blades.64. The apparatus of claim 63 , wherein the tissue collection member is expandable by the cutting blades as it passes distally over an ...

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Номер записи: 7
17-05-2012 дата публикации

HOLLOW CURVED SUPERELASTIC MEDICAL NEEDLE AND METHOD

Номер: US20120123427A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin, Morris Edward J., Pakter Robert L.
Принадлежит:

A needle assembly compromising an infusion needle that includes a needle cannula made of a superelastic material such as Nitinol. The needle cannula is cold-worked or heat annealed to produce a preformed bend that can be straightened within passageway of a coaxial outer cannula for introduction into the body of a patient. Upon deployment from the outer cannula, the needle cannula substantially returns to the preformed configuration for the introduction or extraction of materials at areas lateral to the entry path of the needle assembly. The needle assembly can compromise a plurality of needle cannulae than can be variably arranged or configured for attaining a desired infusion pattern. 121.-. (canceled)22. A needle assembly , comprising:a non-coring coaxial needle assembly including an outer needle cannula and an introducer stylet receivable coaxially within the outer needle cannula;the outer needle cannula having a lumen and a first distal tip, the first distal tip having a bevel;the introducer stylet having a second distal tip, the second distal tip having a bevel;a first hub attached to the outer needle cannula;a second hub attached to the introducer stylet; andwherein the second hub is adapted to lock to the first hub so as to maintain the introducer stylet coaxially received within the outer needle cannula with the bevel of the first tip aligned with the bevel of the second tip.23. A needle assembly according to claim 22 , wherein the bevel of the first tip extends from a first lateral side of the outer needle cannula to a second claim 22 , opposite lateral side of the outer needle cannula claim 22 , and the bevel of the second tip extends from a first lateral side of the introducer stylet to a second claim 22 , opposite lateral side of the introducer stylet.24. A method for delivering material to an inner region of a vertebral body claim 22 , comprising:advancing an inner needle through a substantially straight outer needle cannula having a distal opening ...

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Номер записи: 8
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Cutting wire assembly for use with a catheter

Номер: US20120130408A1
Автор: Israel Schur, James Erich Bressler, James F. McGuckin, Jr.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting members and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting members outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting members into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member is also provided.

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Номер записи: 9
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Spinal Implant And Method Of Use

Номер: US20120165944A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
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A spinal implant having a series of sections or units hinged together and a balloon connected to at least some of the sections, the balloon having a curved configuration. The implant has a first delivery configuration and a second curved placement configuration, wherein it has a more linear configuration in the first delivery configuration than in the second curved configuration. The implant assumes the first delivery configuration during delivery to the disc space and maintains the curved configuration after placement within the disc space. The curved configuration can result from filling or expanding the balloon. 113-. (canceled)14. A method of minimally invasively inserting a spinal implant in a disc space comprising:providing a delivery instrument containing the spinal implant in a first configuration, the spinal implant having a plurality of hinged sections and a balloon connected thereto;inserting the delivery instrument to the disc space;deploying the implant from the delivery instrument to position the implant in the disc space;expanding the balloon to maintain the hinged sections in a substantially horseshoe shaped configuration; andremoving the delivery instrument and leaving the implant in place.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the implant includes a support strip claim 14 , and the step of deploying the implant enables the support strip to move to a substantially horseshoe shape.16. The method of claim 14 , wherein the step of expanding the balloon expands the hinged sections in a direction transverse to a plane of the disc space.17. The method of claim 14 , wherein the spinal implant is in a substantially straightened configuration in the first configuration.18. The method of claim 14 , wherein the hinged sections are composed of a shape memory material such that upon deploying the implant from the delivery instrument the hinged sections expand to a U-shaped configuration.19. The method of claim 14 , wherein the hinged sections are frictionally ...

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Номер записи: 10
19-07-2012 дата публикации

Vein Filter

Номер: US20120184986A1
Автор: Bressler James E., Carter Lindsay L., Defonzo Stephen A., JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит:

A vessel filter having a first region and a second region, the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. The first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and includes a plurality of spaced apart filter struts. The struts each have a strut height defined as a distance between a first wall and a second wall. A plurality of hooks are at the second region, the hooks having a vessel penetrating tip and a width greater than the width of the strut from which it extends such that the penetrating tip portion of the hook extends beyond the first wall. 123-. (canceled)24. A vessel filter comprising:a tubular region;a plurality of elongated struts extending distally from the tubular region, the plurality of elongated struts including at least first, second and third filter struts;a first connecting strut extending from the first filter strut at an angle in a first direction;a second connecting strut extending from the second filter strut at an angle in a second direction toward the first connecting strut, the first and second connecting struts coming together at a first joining region forming a first closed geometric shape;a third connecting strut extending from the first filter strut at an angle away from the first connecting strut;a fourth connecting strut extending from the third filter strut at an angle toward the third connecting strut, the third and fourth connecting struts coming together at a second joining region forming a second closed geometric shape; andan elongated mounting strut extending distally from each of the first and second joining regions and having vessel engaging hooks extending therefrom, the elongated mounting struts being unconnected and terminating in free ends.25. The vessel filter of claim 24 , wherein the tubular region includes a retrieval hook formed by a cutout.26. The vessel filter of claim ...

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Номер записи: 11
09-08-2012 дата публикации

PERCUTANEOUS AORTIC VALVE

Номер: US20120203333A1
Автор: Hinchliffe Peter W. J., JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит:

A method of minimally invasively replacing a cardiac valve of a patient including inserting a delivery catheter intraluminally, inserting a valve resecting instrument intraluminally through the delivery catheter to a position adjacent the cardiac valve of a patient, manipulating the valve resecting instrument to resect the cardiac valve, removing the resected valve through the delivery catheter, and providing a delivery instrument having a replacement valve contained therein. The delivery instrument is advanced into the delivery catheter and intraluminally so that a distal end portion of the instrument is adjacent an annulus of a patient, and a first portion of the valve is exposed from the delivery instrument to position it on a first side of the annulus, and thereafter a second portion of the valve is exposed to position it on a second side of the annulus. 124-. (canceled)25. A method of minimally invasively replacing a cardiac valve of a patient comprising:inserting a delivery catheter intraluminally, the delivery catheter having a longitudinal axis;inserting a valve resecting instrument intraluminally through the delivery catheter to a position adjacent the cardiac valve of a patient;manipulating the valve resecting instrument from outside the body to resect the cardiac valve;removing the resected valve through the delivery catheter;providing a delivery instrument having a replacement valve contained therein in an elongated reduced profile insertion configuration extending along the longitudinal axis of the delivery catheter;advancing the delivery instrument into the delivery catheter and intraluminally so that a distal end portion of the instrument is adjacent an annulus of a patient;exposing a first portion of the valve from the delivery instrument to position it on a first side of the annulus, the first portion moving to a second larger profile configuration for placement on the first side of the annulus; andthereafter exposing a second portion of the valve ...

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Номер записи: 12
13-09-2012 дата публикации

LINK LAYER RESERVATION OF SWITCH QUEUE CAPACITY

Номер: US20120230196A1
Автор: Jain Vinit, JR. James F., MACON, Pandey Vijoy A., Recio Renato J.
Принадлежит: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

A network switch, in response to receipt from a source station of a Layer reservation request, establishes a reservation for capacity of an ingress queue of the network switch for a data flow of the source station. In response to a queue overrun condition on the ingress queue of the network switch while the reservation is active, the network switch preserves data frames in the data flow of the source station transmitted pursuant to the reservation and discards other data frames. 1. A method of data processing , comprising:{'b': '2', 'in response to receipt from a source station of a Layer reservation request, a network switch establishing a reservation for capacity of an ingress queue of the network switch for a data flow of the source station; and'}in response to a queue overrun condition on the ingress queue of the network switch while the reservation is active, the network switch preserving data frames in the data flow of the source station transmitted pursuant to the reservation and discarding other data frames.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the data flow is one of a plurality of data flows of the source station; andestablishing a reservation includes establishing a respective one of a plurality of reservations for each of the plurality of data flows of the source station.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the data flow is addressed to a destination station;the network switch is one of a plurality of switches in a data path between the source station and the destination station; andthe establishing includes establishing the reservation at each of the plurality of switches in the data path.4. The method of claim 1 , and further comprising:{'b': '2', 'the network switch receiving the Layer reservation request.'}52. The method of claim 4 , wherein the Layer reservation request is specified in an Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) frame.622. The method of claim 4 , wherein the Layer reservation request identifies the data flow by a Layer address and a flow ...

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Номер записи: 13
27-09-2012 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20120245622A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin, Thinnes John H.
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A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region wherein the filter is movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. A first region has a filter portion having a converging region at a first end portion to direct particles toward the center of the filter and the second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The second region includes a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion. The second region includes a plurality of spaced apart struts with adjacent struts being joined. 125-. (canceled)26. A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region and a midpoint defined on a longitudinal axis of the filter and defined as a point equidistant from a proximalmost end of the filter and a distalmost end of the filter , the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to a vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region at a first end portion to direct particles toward a center of the filter , the first region including a plurality of longitudinally extending struts extending from a converging regions , the plurality of struts extending longitudinally through the first region and into the second region , the struts being unconnected proximal of the midpoint such that the struts are unconnected between the converging region and the midpoint , the second region being flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion , the second region including a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion , a first set of connecting struts extending from a distal portion of the longitudinally extending struts , the first set of connecting struts including a plurality of connecting struts each ...

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Номер записи: 14
01-11-2012 дата публикации

FALLOPIAN TUBE OCCLUSION DEVICE

Номер: US20120272970A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
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A device for occluding the fallopian tube comprising a wire composed of a shape memory material and an outer material encapsulating at least a portion of the wire. The device has a first elongated configuration for delivery and a second configuration for placement. In the second configuration, the wire moves toward its shape memory position and has a U-shape defined by a curved portion and first and second leg portions extending from the curved portion, the first and second leg portions extending downwardly from the curved portion and laterally outwardly. 114-. (canceled)15. A device for occluding the fallopian tube comprising an interior portion and an outer material encapsulating the interior portion , the interior portion and outer material implantable in the fallopian tube , the device having a first elongated configuration for delivery constrained within a delivery tube and a second configuration for placement within the fallopian tube to occlude the fallopian tube , the device in the second configuration defining a U-shaped configuration defining a U and first and second leg portions extending laterally therefrom , the device having a first longitudinal length in the first configuration for delivery and a second longitudinal length in the second configuration , the second length being less than the first length , when released from the delivery tube , the interior portion moves toward the second configuration wherein the interior portion expands within the outer material in a longitudinal direction and in a lateral direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the device , the first leg portion having a first height in the first configuration of the device and a second height in the second configuration of the device , the second height being greater than the first height.16. The device of claim 15 , wherein the first and second leg portions have round surfaces.17. The device of claim 15 , wherein the first leg portion has a hook.18. The device of claim 17 , ...

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Номер записи: 15
15-11-2012 дата публикации

CASE HAVING AN INTERCHANGEABLE COVER

Номер: US20120287565A1
Автор: Bennett, JR. James F.
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An apparatus for protecting an electronic device includes a first protective cover component and a second protective component that may be removably coupled to one another. The second protective cover component includes a hinge component having a flexible hinge portion extending from a peripheral portion of the second protective cover component, wherein the hinge component facilitates coupling of the second protective cover component to the first protective cover component. One of the first protective cover component and the second protective cover component include a region configured to receive the electronic device. 1. An apparatus for protecting an electronic device , the apparatus comprising: a first protective cover component including a peripheral portion having a channel disposed therein, the channel having a longitudinal axis and one or more peripheral walls extending along the longitudinal axis in the peripheral portion of the first protective cover component, the channel having an opening in at least one of the one or more peripheral walls, the opening extending along the longitudinal axis and at least partially along the at least one of the one or more peripheral walls, at least a portion of the opening being narrower than at least a portion of the channel, and', 'a second protective cover component including a hinge component extending from a peripheral portion of the second protective cover component, the hinge component including a hinge portion shaped to correspond to the channel in the first protective cover component,, 'a protective cover comprising at least one protective cover component selected from the group consisting ofwherein at least one of the first protective cover component and the second protective cover component includes a recessed region configured to receive the electronic device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the protective cover includes the first protective cover component and the second protective cover component.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 16
03-01-2013 дата публикации

DISTAL PROTECTION DEVICE

Номер: US20130006296A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., Levine Marc-Alan, McGuckin
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A distal protection device comprising a catheter having a first strut movable from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration having a first dimension and a second strut movable from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration having a second dimension larger than the first dimension. Movement of the first strut deploys filter material to a first position having a first deployed dimension and movement of the second strut to a first position deploys filter material to a second deployed dimension larger than the first expanded dimension. 123-. (canceled)24. A distal protection device comprising a elongated member having a longitudinal axis and first and second capturing elements movable with respect to the elongated member from a collapsed position to an expanded position , the first capturing element having a first transverse dimension in the expanded position and the second capturing element having a second greater transverse dimension in the expanded position , an actuating member movable to move the first and second capturing elements to the expanded position , the first and second capturing elements being separately deployable.25. The device of claim 24 , wherein the second capturing element is distal of the first capturing element.26. The device of claim 25 , wherein the second capturing element is proximal of the first capturing element.27. The device of claim 25 , wherein the first capturing element is deployed prior to deployment of the second capturing element.28. The device of claim 24 , wherein the actuating member is attached to a collar claim 24 , and movement of the collar moves the first and second capturing elements to the expanded position.29. The device of claim 24 , wherein the actuating member is slidable proximally to move the first and second capturing elements to the expanded position and slidable distally to move the first and second capturing elements to the collapsed position.30. The device of claim 25 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 17
31-01-2013 дата публикации

SPINAL IMPLANT AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20130030533A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical

A spinal implant having a series of sections or units hinged together and a balloon connected to at least some of the sections, the balloon having a curved configuration. The implant has a first delivery configuration and a second curved placement configuration, wherein it has a more linear configuration in the first delivery configuration than in the second curved configuration. The implant assumes the first delivery configuration during delivery to the disc space and maintains the curved configuration after placement within the disc space. The curved configuration can result from filling or expanding the balloon. 128-. (canceled)29. A spinal implant for insertion through a cannula into a disc space between adjacent vertebrae , the spinal implant comprising a series of sections linked together and movable laterally with respect to each other , the series of linked sections movable from a more linear configuration for delivery through the cannula to a curved configuration for placement circumferentially along a periphery of the disc space to provide support along the periphery of the disc space , each of the sections having an upper wall and a lower wall , the upper and lower walls movable toward each other in response to forces applied by the adjacent vertebrae when the linked sections are placed in the disc space.30. The spinal implant of claim 29 , wherein the linked sections are formed of shape memory material.31. The spinal implant of claim 29 , wherein the upper and lower walls have a friction enhancing surface.32. The spinal implant of claim 31 , wherein the friction enhancing surface is a textured surface.33. The spinal implant of claim 29 , further comprising a support strip attached to the linked sections.34. The spinal implant of claim 33 , wherein the support strip is composed of shape memory material.35. The spinal implant of claim 33 , wherein the support strip has a shape memorized configuration of a C-curve and is maintained in a substantially ...

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Номер записи: 18
21-02-2013 дата публикации

CASE HAVING AN INTERCHANGEABLE COVER

Номер: US20130043778A1
Автор: Bennett, JR. James F.
Принадлежит: Lightwedge LLC

An apparatus for protecting an electronic device includes a first protective cover component and a second protective component that may be removably coupled to one another. The second protective cover component includes a hinge component having a flexible hinge portion extending from a peripheral portion of the second protective cover component, wherein the hinge component facilitates coupling of the second protective cover component to the first protective cover component. One of the first protective cover component and the second protective cover component include a region configured to receive the electronic device. 1. An apparatus for protecting an electronic device , the apparatus comprising:a first protective cover component including a peripheral portion having a channel disposed therein, the channel having a longitudinal axis and one or more peripheral walls extending along the longitudinal axis in the peripheral portion of the first protective cover component, the channel having an opening in at least one of the one or more peripheral walls, the opening extending along the longitudinal axis and at least partially along the one or more peripheral walls, at least a portion of the opening being narrower than at least a portion of the channel, the first protective cover component including a recessed region configured to receive the electronic device; anda second protective cover component including a hinge component extending from a peripheral portion of the second protective cover component, the hinge component including a hinge portion shaped to correspond to the channel in the first protective cover component, the second protective component removably and rotatably coupled to the first protective component via the hinge component,wherein the first protective cover component is composed of a first material and the second protective cover component is composed of a second material distinct from the first material.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 19
14-03-2013 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20130066364A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture and having a first opening. A first retainer is positionable external of the vessel. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and the first retainer, wherein the first opening of the covering member is configured to restrict movement of the connecting member. 1. A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:a distal covering member positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture, the covering member having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture, the covering member having a first opening and a second opening;a proximal first retainer positionable external of the vessel and engageable with tissue to retain the distal covering member; anda flexible connecting member operatively connecting the covering member and the first retainer for placement of the closure device to close the aperture in the vessel wall, the first retainer fixedly secured to the connecting member, the connecting member advancing the first retainer toward the covering member, the first opening of the covering member configured to frictionally engage the flexible connecting member to restrict movement of the connecting member until a predetermined force is applied and the second opening having a larger diameter than the first opening for unrestricted movement of the flexible connecting member, wherein movement of the flexible connecting member in a proximal direction away from the covering member advances the first retainer toward the covering member in a distal direction.2. The device of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 20
25-04-2013 дата публикации

LIGHT RIDING VEHICLE

Номер: US20130097984A1
Автор: Bonner David, Burns, Canonage Eric, Chandler Darren, Dayton, Elder Matthew, Fiser Jake, Graham Brad, Hickman Jeffrey C., Hypes David, JR. Duncan K., JR. James F., Leon Roger J., Lyons Travis, Pendry Warren, Rhoades Lennie D., Warner Justin
Принадлежит: Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.

To achieve a particular price point and/or to utilize a particular engine, riding lawn mowers may be configured with reduced size, weight, and/or power requirements, in order. A riding lawn mower may comprise a cutting deck coupled to a cutting blade, and an internal combustion engine having a displacement of less than 225 cubic centimeters. The internal combustion engine may be coupled to the cutting blade via a friction drive, wherein the friction drive is configured with a neutral bearing in order to reduce flat spotting of components of the friction drive. 1. A riding lawn mower comprising:a cutting deck housing a cutting blade;an engine;a deck drive coupled to the engine to receive power for operating the cutting blade;a ground drive coupled to the engine to receive power for movement of the riding lawn mower over ground; anda friction drive coupling the deck drive to the engine.2. The riding lawn mower of claim 1 , wherein the friction drive comprises a flywheel coupled to the engine and configured to selectively provide power to the deck drive and the ground drive claim 1 , the flywheel including a neutral bearing system.3. The riding lawn mower of claim 2 , wherein the flywheel is coupled to the ground drive via a friction wheel.4. The riding lawn mower of claim 3 , wherein an axis of rotation of the flywheel is substantially perpendicular to an axis of rotation of the friction wheel.5. The riding lawn mower of claim 3 , wherein the flywheel comprises a substantially disc shaped face disposed to engage at least a portion of the friction wheel to impart motion on the friction wheel responsive to rotation of the flywheel when the flywheel contacts the friction wheel claim 3 ,wherein the neutral bearing system is disposed proximate to an axis of rotation of the flywheel to prevent frictional engagement of the flywheel and the friction wheel at a portion of the flywheel that is covered by a cover plate of the neutral bearing system.6. The riding lawn mower of ...

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Номер записи: 21
25-04-2013 дата публикации

LIGHT RIDING VEHICLE

Номер: US20130097985A1
Автор: Bonner David, Burns, Canonage Eric, Chandler Darren, Dayton, Elder Matthew, Fiser Jake, Graham Brad, Hickman Jeffrey C., Hypes David, JR. Duncan K., JR. James F., Leon Roger J., Lyons Travis, Pendry Warren, Rhoades Lennie D., Warner Justin
Принадлежит: Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.

To achieve a particular price point and/or to utilize a particular engine, riding lawn mowers may be configured with reduced size, weight, and/or power requirements, in order. A riding lawn mower may comprise a cutting deck coupled to a cutting blade, and an internal combustion engine having a displacement of less than 225 cubic centimeters. The internal combustion engine may be coupled to the cutting blade via a friction drive, wherein the friction drive is configured with a neutral bearing in order to reduce flat spotting of components of the friction drive. 1. A riding lawn mower comprising:a cutting deck housing a cutting blade;a deck drive coupled to an engine of the riding lawn mower to receive power for operating the cutting blade;a clutch coupled to a dual-pulley system to adjust tension of a belt to selectively turn the cutting blade based on pulley position in the dual-pulley system; anda braking mechanism activated via disengagement of the clutch to brake operation of the cutting blade.2. The riding lawn mower of claim 1 , wherein the dual-pulley system includes a first pulley and a second pulley claim 1 , the first and second pulley being positionable responsive to operation of the clutch into a first position at which the first and second pulleys impart a desired tension on the belt such that the belt engages a third pulley coupled to the cutting blade.3. The riding lawn mower of claim 2 , wherein the first and second pulleys are spring loaded to impart the desired belt tension in the first position.4. The riding lawn mower of claim 2 , wherein the first and second pulley are positionable responsive to disengagement of the clutch into a second position at which the first and second pulleys at least partially disengage the belt from the third pulley to prevent transfer of force to the third pulley.5. The riding lawn mower of claim 2 , wherein the braking mechanism comprises one or more structural components coupled to at least one of the first pulley or ...

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Номер записи: 22
11-07-2013 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20130178890A1
Автор: Carter Lindsay L., DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит: Rex Medical L.P.

A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region wherein the filter is movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. A first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and the second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The second region includes a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion. The first region includes a plurality of spaced apart elongated struts with adjacent struts being joined. 130-. (canceled)31. A vessel filter comprising a first region , a second region , and a longitudinal axis having a midpoint , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward a center of the filter , the converging region converging into a tubular portion at a proximal end of the filter , the first region including a plurality of spaced apart elongated struts extending from the tubular portion and angling outwardly from the tubular portion , the elongated struts having a dividing region in the filter region proximal of the midpoint and dividing into a first and second connecting struts distal of the dividing region , the connecting struts having a smaller transverse width than a transverse width of the elongated strut , a width of the elongated strut at the dividing region being equal to a width of the elongated strut proximal to the dividing region , the first connecting strut extending at an angle from the elongated strut in a first direction and the second connecting strut extending at an angle from the elongated strut in a second different direction , the first connecting strut having a proximal end at the dividing region and a distal end where the first connecting strut joins at a joining region another connecting strut extending in toward the first connecting ...

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Номер записи: 23
25-07-2013 дата публикации

ROTATIONAL THROMBECTOMY WIRE WITH BLOCKING DEVICE

Номер: US20130190789A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, Hinchliffe Peter W.J., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A thrombectomy apparatus for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material in a lumen of a vascular graft or vessel. The apparatus includes a wire having a first configuration and a second deployed configuration, the wire having a straighter configuration in the first configuration. The wire is operatively connected to a motor for rotation of the wire to contact and break up the thrombus or other obstructive material. A blocking device at a distal portion of the apparatus is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, and is configured in the expanded configuration to block thrombus dislodged by rotation of the wire. 122-. (canceled)23. A thrombectomy apparatus for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material in a lumen of a vascular graft or vessel , the apparatus comprising a rotatable thrombectomy wire , the wire being operatively connected to a motor for rotation of the wire to contact and break up the thrombus or other obstructive material , and a blocking device at a distal portion of the apparatus , the blocking device configured to block thrombus dislodged by rotation of the wire , wherein the wire spins independent of the blocking device such that the blocking device remains substantially stationary as the wire rotates to break up thrombus or other obstructive material.24. The thrombectomy apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the wire is sinuous in configuration and assumes its sinuous configuration when in a deployed configuration claim 23 , and is insertable in a collapsed configuration.25. The thrombectomy apparatus of claim 24 , wherein the blocking device is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration.26. The thrombectomy apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the blocking device includes a tubular portion connected to a distal end of the wire claim 23 , the wire rotatable independent of the tubular portion.27. The thrombectomy apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the blocking device includes a ...

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Номер записи: 24
29-08-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DELIVERING GEOGRAPHICALLY RESTRICTED CONTENT, SUCH AS OVER-AIR BROADCAST PROGRAMMING, TO A RECIPIENT OVER A NETWORK, NAMELY THE INTERNET

Номер: US20130227708A1
Автор: Clark John E., Goodmon, Goodmon James F., Greene John L., JR. James F., Sockett Peter A.
Принадлежит:

A system and method for delivering geographically restricted content, including but not limited to over-air broadcast programming, to a recipient over a computer network, namely the Internet. The content is only delivered over the computer network if the recipient's computer or network device requesting the content over the network is verified to be located in the geographically restricted area. A conventional tuner is employed by the recipient's computer to receive one or more over-air signals having a broadcast range deemed to be synonymous with the geographically restricted area for the requested content. If the tuner is able to receive such over-air signal(s), the requested content is delivered over the network to the recipient's computer. This is because the recipient is known to be physically located in the geographically restricted area by the ability of the tuner to receive the over-air signal(s). 1. A method of delivering geographically restricted content over a network to a recipient device in response to a content server , coupled to the network , receiving a request for the geographically restricted content , comprising:receiving a request for delivery of geographically restricted content from a recipient device over a network at a content server;continued receiving of global positioning system (GPS) coordinates from the recipient device indicative of a physical location of the recipient device;determining if the GPS coordinates indicate a location of the recipient device as being within a geographically restricted area for the requested geographically restricted content as a condition for continued delivery of the requested geographically restricted content;wherein the geographically restricted area is defined as a geographic area where the recipient device is only permitted to receive the geographically restricted content; anddelivering the requested geographically restricted content to the recipient device over the network only if the GPS coordinates ...

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Номер записи: 25
05-09-2013 дата публикации

LIGHT RIDING VEHICLE

Номер: US20130227923A1
Автор: Bonner David, Burns, Canonge Eric, Chandler Darren, Dayton, Elder Matthew, Fiser Jake, Graham Brad, Hickman Jeffrey C., Hypes David, JR. Duncan K., JR. James F., Leon Roger J., Lyons Travis, Pendry Warren, Rhoades Lennie D., Warner Justin
Принадлежит: Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.

To achieve a particular price point and/or to utilize a particular engine, riding lawn mowers may be configured with reduced size, weight, and/or power requirements, in order. A riding lawn mower may comprise a cutting deck coupled to a cutting blade, and an internal combustion engine having a displacement of less than 225 cubic centimeters. The internal combustion engine may be coupled to the cutting blade via a friction drive, wherein the friction drive is configured with a neutral bearing in order to reduce flat spotting of components of the friction drive. 144-. (canceled)45. A riding lawn mower comprising:a cutting deck housing a cutting blade;an engine;a deck drive coupled to the engine to receive power for operating the cutting blade;a ground drive coupled to the engine to receive power for movement of the riding lawn mower over ground; anda frame coupled to the cutting deck and providing structural support for the riding lawn mower,the frame comprising at least a first tubular structure and a second tubular structure, the first and second tubular structures extending substantially parallel to each and to a longitudinal centerline of the riding lawn mower, wherein the first and second tubular structures each include one or more curved portions to provide flexion of the frame.46. The riding lawn mower of claim 45 , wherein the first and second tubular structures each have a diameter of between about 3 centimeters and 3.5 centimeters.47. The riding lawn mower of claim 45 , wherein the frame is configured to provide between 1 centimeter and 10 centimeters of suspension travel.48. The riding lawn mower of claim 47 , wherein the frame is configured to provide about 2 centimeters of suspension travel.49. The riding lawn mower of claim 45 , wherein the first and second tubular structures comprise steel claim 45 , aluminum claim 45 , titanium claim 45 , iron or alloys thereof.50. The riding lawn mower of claim 45 , wherein the frame comprises cast claim 45 , pressed ...

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Номер записи: 26
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Resectioning Gastro-Esophageal Tissue

Номер: US20130228610A1
Автор: James F. McGuckin, Jr., Peter W.J. Hinchliffe
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

A system for stapling tissue comprises a flexible endoscope and an operative head including a pair of opposed, curved tissue clamping jaws sized to pass through an esophagus, the jaws being moveable with respect to one another between an open tissue receiving configuration and a closed tissue clamping configuration, a first one of the curved jaws including a stapling mechanism and a second one of the jaws including a staple forming anvil surface, the stapling mechanism including staple slots through which staples are fired arranged in a row extending from a proximal end of the first jaw to a distal end thereof in combination with a control handle which, when the operative head is in an operative position within one of a patient's stomach and esophagus, remains outside the patient, the control handle including a first actuator for moving the jaws relative to one another and a second actuator for operating the stapling mechanism.

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Номер записи: 27
05-09-2013 дата публикации

ENERGY EFFICIENT POWER ADAPTER

Номер: US20130229743A1
Автор: Bennett, JR. James F.
Принадлежит:

According to one embodiment, an AC power adapter for providing voltage to an electrically-operated device includes a power converter module electrically coupled to a power source via at least one hot lead and at least one neutral lead. The power converter module is configured to convert voltage received from the power source to voltage suitable for use by the electrically-operated device. The AC power adapter also includes a relay circuit coupled to the hot lead to control the voltage passing from the power source to the power converter module. 115-. (canceled)16. A method of remotely operating a circuit to connect an electrically operated device to an AC power source , the method comprising:causing transmission of a signal from a control device to a relay circuit, the control device remote from the relay circuit, the relay circuit coupled to a power converter module, the power converter module electrically coupled to the AC power source via at least one hot lead and at least one neutral lead, the power converter module being configured to convert AC voltage received from the AC power source to at least one voltage suitable for use by the electrically-operated device, the relay circuit coupled to the at least one hot lead to control the AC voltage passing from the AC power source to the power converter module; andswitching, in response to receipt by the relay circuit of the signal from the control device, the relay circuit to control the AC voltage passing from the AC power source to the power converter module. This application is related to and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/140,456 filed Dec. 23, 2008, titled “Energy Efficient Power Adapter,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety herein.The present invention relates generally to a power adapter and, in particular, to an energy efficient power adapter.Standby power, also referred to as vampire power, ghost load, idle current, phantom load, or leaking ...

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Номер записи: 28
10-10-2013 дата публикации

ROTATIONAL THROMBECTOMY WIRE

Номер: US20130267844A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical L.P.

A rotatable thrombectomy wire for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material comprising an inner core composed of a flexible material and an outer wire surrounding at least a portion of the inner core. The outer wire has a sinuous shaped portion at a distal region. The inner core limits the compressibility of the outer wire. The outer wire is operatively connectable at a proximal end to a motor for rotating the wire to macerate thrombus. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material in a native vessel comprising:providing a thrombectomy wire having an inner core composed of a flexible material, at least one outer wire surrounding at least a portion of the inner core wherein the outer wire has a sinuous shaped portion at a distal region and the inner core has a sinuous portion within the sinuous portion of the outer wire, and a polymeric material surrounding at least a distal portion of the at least one outer wire to block the interstices of the at least one outer wire;delivering the wire to the lumen of the native vessel such that the sinuous shaped portions of the inner core and outer wire are in a more linear configuration within a sheath;exposing the sinuous portion of the inner core and the at least one outer wire so the sinuous portion is in a sinuous configuration; andactuating a motor operatively connected to the thrombectomy wire so the thrombectomy wire rotates about its longitudinal axis so the sinuous portion of the at least one outer wire contacts the inner wall of the native vessel to macerate thrombus in the vessel as the thrombectomy wire rotates.22. The method of claim 21 , further comprising the step of retracting the thrombectomy wire during rotation.23. The method of claim 21 , further comprising the step of injecting an imaging dye into the vessel.24. The method of claim 23 , further comprising the steps of delivering the wire through a sheath and the step of injecting the imaging dye injects the dye ...

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Номер записи: 29
17-10-2013 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20130274793A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schaller David M.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region wherein the filter is movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. A first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and having a plurality of spaced apart elongated struts and, a plurality of connecting struts extending at an angle from the elongated struts to form closed geometric shapes. The second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The second region includes vessel engaging hooks at the second end portion. The first region has a plurality of closed looped spacer struts extending radially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the filter when the filter is in the expanded position. 120-. (canceled)21. A vessel filter comprising a first filtering region , a second mounting region and a third region , the filter having a body having a longitudinal axis and a first plurality of elongated cutouts extending longitudinally and a second plurality of cutouts extending longitudinally , the second plurality of cutouts axially spaced from the first plurality of cutouts and being in the third region , the filter movable from a collapsed position having a first transverse dimension to an expanded position having a second transverse dimension larger than the first transverse dimension , in the expanded position the mounting region having a larger transverse dimension than the filtering region , the filter including a first plurality of elongated struts which in the expanded position of the filter are spaced apart and extend at an angle from the longitudinal axis and converge at the filtering region into a first tubular portion , the filter further including a second tubular portion axially spaced from the first tubular portion and positioned at a cranial end of the ...

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Номер записи: 30
07-11-2013 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20130296919A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schaller David M.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter comprising a first distal region terminating at a first end and a second proximal region terminating at a second end of the filter and movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. The first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter. The second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the filter portion and includes a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion. The first region has a retrieval hook and a spacer forming a looped region extending radially from the first region. 115-. (canceled)16. A vessel filter comprising a first cranial region terminating at a first end and a second caudal region terminating at a second end of the filter , the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter , the converging region converging into a tubular portion , the second region forming a mounting region and being flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the filter portion , the second region including a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion , the first region having a retrieval hook and a spacer , wherein in the collapsed position the spacer extends from the tubular portion in a cranial direction cranially beyond the retrieval hook and along an axis substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the filter in the collapsed position of the filter , the spacer being a single elongated strut and in the expanded position forms a loop extending radially from the tubular portion.17. The vessel filter of claim 16 , wherein the spacer is formed from an elongated ...

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Номер записи: 31
19-12-2013 дата публикации

SUICIDE PLAYER POOL FANTASY SPORTS GAMES

Номер: US20130337921A1
Автор: Butz, Butz Eric L., JR. James F.
Принадлежит: Suicide Fantasy Sports, LLC

Methods, systems, articles, and the like related to fantasy sports games are described. In various aspects, a selection of a fantasy roster for a first game period can be received from a fantasy sports participant. The fantasy roster can include one or more selected real players selected by the fantasy sports participant from a pool of eligible real players who are eligible for use by the fantasy sports participant during the first game period. Statistics representative of performance of the selected real players during the first game period can be recorded and a total season score for the fantasy sports participant can be adjusted based on the recorded statistics. The pool of eligible real players for use by the fantasy sports participant during a second game period that follows the first period can be updated by deleting the selected real players from the pool. 1. A computer program product comprising a machine-readable medium storing instructions that , when executed by at least one programmable processor , cause the at least one programmable processor to perform operations comprising:receiving, at a server comprising at least one processor, a selection by a fantasy sports participant of a fantasy roster for a first game period, the fantasy roster comprising one or more selected real players selected by the fantasy sports participant from a pool of eligible real players who are eligible for use by the fantasy sports participant during the first game period;recording statistics representative of performance of the selected real players during the first game period;adjusting a total season score for the fantasy sports participant based on the recorded statistics; andupdating the pool of eligible real players for use by the fantasy sports participant during a second game period that follows the first period by deleting the selected real players from the pool.2. A computer program product as in claim 1 , wherein the operations further comprise initiating the pool of ...

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Номер записи: 32
27-02-2014 дата публикации

TARGET, TARGET SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IMPROVING SHOOTING SKILLS

Номер: US20140054860A1
Автор: JR. James F., PHIPPS
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A target, system and method for increasing accuracy of a shooter. The target includes at least one component with linear edges. The linear edges converge creating precise points of reference. The at least one component has a first color such that when a shot is fired through the at least one component there is no visual feedback to the shooter. The target includes a contrasting background which is provided outside of the at least one component. The contrasting background has a second color which is different from the first color, such that when a shot is fired through the contrasting background there is visual feedback to the shooter. The at least one component has linear edges, the visible feedback provides the shooter with precise instant feedback that allows for proper adjustment to continually improve accuracy by improving the relationship between the shooter's sight, trigger pull and muzzle direction. 1. A target for increasing accuracy of a shooter , the target comprising:at least one component with linear edges, the linear edges converge creating precise points of reference, the at least one component having a first color such that when a shot is fired through the at least one component there is no visual feedback to the shooter;a contrasting background provided outside of the at least one component, the contrasting background having a second color which is different from the first color, such that when a shot is fired through the contrasting background there is visual feedback to the shooter;wherein the at least one component has linear edges, the visible feedback provides the shooter with precise instant feedback that allows for proper adjustment to continually improve accuracy by improving the relationship between the shooter's sight, trigger pull and muzzle direction.2. The target as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first color of the at least one component is black.3. The target as recited in claim 2 , wherein the second color of the contrasting ...

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Номер записи: 33
06-03-2014 дата публикации

VESSEL FILTER

Номер: US20140066972A1
Автор: Bressler James E., Carter Lindsay L., Defonzo Stephen A., JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter having a first region and a second region, the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. The first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and includes a plurality of spaced apart filter struts. The struts each have a strut height defined as a distance between a first wall and a second wall. A plurality of hooks are at the second region, the hooks having a vessel penetrating tip and a width greater than the width of the strut from which it extends such that the penetrating tip portion of the hook extends beyond the first wall. 123-. (canceled)24. A vessel filter comprising:a tubular region;a plurality of elongated struts extending initially linearly distally from the tubular region and then angling outwardly away from a longitudinal axis of the filter forming a concave region, the plurality of elongated struts including at least first, second and third filter struts;a first connecting strut extending from the first filter strut at an angle in a first direction, the first direction being at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the filter;a second connecting strut extending from the second filter strut at an angle in a second direction toward the first connecting strut, the second direction being at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the filter and different than the first direction, the first and second connecting struts extending in the first and second directions to come together at a first joining region forming a first closed geometric shape;a third connecting strut extending from the first filter strut at an angle away from the first connecting strut;a fourth connecting strut extending from the third filter strut at an angle toward the third connecting strut, the third and fourth connecting struts coming together at a second joining region forming a second closed geometric shape; andan ...

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Номер записи: 34
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Compositions and Methods Comprising Endophytic Bacterium for Application to Grasses to Increase Plant Growth, Suppress Soil Borne Fungal Diseases, and Reduce Vigor of Weedy Competitors

Номер: US20210000121A1
Автор: JR. James F., Kingsley Kathryn, Kowalski Kurt P., White
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Endophytic bacteria, compositions comprising the same, and methods of use thereof are disclosed which increase the root and shoot growth of grass hosts, suppress growth of soil borne fungal pathogens of host plants, increase resistance of the grass to diseases and reduce competitiveness of distantly related competitor weeds of the crop. 126-. (canceled)27Microbacterium oxydans. A synthetic combination comprising at least one purified bacterial population in association with a seed of a turf and forage grass , wherein the purified bacterial population comprises a seed bacterial endophyte that is heterologously disposed to the turf or forage grass seed and is one or more of Sandy LB4 , and B2 , wherein the seed bacterial endophyte is present in the synthetic combination at a concentration of at least 10CFU/seed on the surface of a seed , and in an amount effective to increase one or more of root growth promotion , shoot growth promotion , resistance to salt stress , competition with undesirable plant species and increase resistance to fungus in a plant produced from the seed , as compared to a reference plant grown under the same conditions.28. The synthetic combination of claim 27 , wherein said bacteria are lyophilized.29. The synthetic combination of claim 27 , wherein said bacteria are encapsulated in an alginate bead formulation.30. The synthetic combination of claim 27 , wherein said bacteria are present in a seed ball.31. The synthetic combination of claim 27 , wherein said seed is a rice seed or a grass seed.32. The synthetic combination of claim 27 , wherein said combination further comprises one or more at least one of Sandy LB6 claim 27 , Sandy Y8 claim 27 , RoY12 claim 27 , RoLB13w claim 27 , WY9y claim 27 , WY6 claim 27 , West 9 claim 27 , WY14 claim 27 , RiY3 claim 27 , Sandy Y7w claim 27 , WY9w claim 27 , RiLB4 claim 27 , and Sy5.33AgrostisPoaFestucaLoliumCynodonZoysiaKoleriaDanthonia. The synthetic combination of claim 32 , wherein said seed is a grass ...

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Номер записи: 35
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Vascular hole closure device

Номер: US20180000471A1
Автор: James F. McGuckin, Jr., James S. Tarmin, Thanu Anidharan
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall, the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall. The device includes a covering member positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. A securing member is positionable external of the vessel and has a plurality of pores extending therethrough. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and securing member and moves the securing member toward the covering member.

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Номер записи: 36
12-01-2017 дата публикации

ROTATIONAL THROMBECTOMY DEVICE

Номер: US20170007290A1
Автор: Anidhran Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Argon Medical Devices, Inc.

A rotatable thrombectomy wire for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material comprising an inner core composed of a flexible material and an outer wire surrounding at least a portion of the inner core. The outer wire has a sinuous shaped portion at a distal region. The inner core limits the compressibility of the outer wire. The outer wire is operatively connectable at a proximal end to a motor for rotating the wire to macerate thrombus. 120-. (canceled)21. A rotatable thrombectomy wire comprising:an inner core composed of a flexible material,an at least one outer wire wound over at least a portion of the inner core forming a coil;an exterior surface of the coil extending proximally of a distalmost end of the coil;the coil having a sinous shaped portion;the inner core having a sinuous shaped portion within the sinuous shaped portion of the coil;a polymeric material positioned over the exterior surface of a first portion of the coil to block interstices of the at least one outer wire,a portion of a separate distal tip component positioned over the exterior surface of a second portion of the coil;a flexible polymeric tip positioned over the distal tip component and extending distally therefrom;the distal tip component extending distally of the distalmost end of the coil;the distal tip component extending proximally of a proximalmost end of the flexible polymeric tip; andthe thrombectomy wire is operatively connectable to a motor for rotation by the motor.22. The rotatable thrombectomy wire of claim 21 , wherein the distal tip component includes a recess.23. The rotatable thrombectomy wire of claim 22 , wherein a portion of the inner core is within the recess.24. The rotatable thrombectomy wire of claim 22 , wherein a portion of the coil is within the recess.25. The rotatable thrombectomy wire of claim 24 , wherein the coil is welded to the distal tip component.26. The rotatable thrombectomy wire of claim 21 , wherein the at least one outer wire comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 37
09-01-2020 дата публикации

HELMET WITH IMPACT TRACKING

Номер: US20200008509A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A helmet for tracking impact including at least one sensor, a processor in communication with the sensor and a storage file in communication with the processor, the at least one sensor measures a force applied to the helmet and sends a signal to the processor indicative of the measured force. The processor receives the signal indicative of the measured force and compares the measured force to a predetermined value, wherein if the measured force exceeds the predetermined value data is sent to the storage file to record the measured force. The helmet can include an alarm system and/or an injury tracking system. 1. A helmet for tracking impact comprising at least one sensor , a processor in communication with the sensor and a storage file in communication with the processor , the at least one sensor measuring a force applied to the helmet and sending a signal to the processor indicative of the measured force , the processor receiving the signal indicative of the measured force and comparing the measured force to a predetermined value , wherein if the measured force exceeds the predetermined value data is sent to the storage file to record the measured force and an injury tracking system activated if a measured force exceeds a predetermined value , the injury tracking system requiring a wearer of the helmet to perform a set of commands within acceptable preset parameters , the tracking system including one or more of an eye tracking system , a motion tracking system , a hearing testing system , or a verbal testing system to determine a verbal response of the wearer to multiple questions or commands.2. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein if the measured force does not exceed the predetermined value claim 1 , it is considered a non-event and data is not sent from the processor to the storage file.3. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein the data sent to the storage file includes one or more of a type of injury claim 1 , a location of injury and a time of injury.4. The helmet of ...

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Номер записи: 38
08-01-2015 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20150012034A1
Автор: Bressler James E., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel, and having a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center. The filter portion converges into a tubular portion. The second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing in a direction away from the filter portion and includes a vessel engaging portion. The first region has a spacer to keep the filter more toward a center of a vessel, wherein in the collapsed position the spacer extends axially in an elongated position cranially of the cranial end of the filter and in the expanded position the spacer forms a looped region extending radially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the filter. The spacer has a first end attached to the internal surface of the tubular portion and extends within the tubular portion and emerges cranially from the tubular region to form the looped region. 1. A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region , the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter , the filter portion converging into a tubular portion , the tubular portion having an internal surface , the filter terminating at a cranial end , the second region being flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing in a direction away from the filter portion toward a caudal end , the second region including a vessel engaging portion , the first region having a spacer to keep the filter more toward a center of a vessel upon placement of the filter within the vessel , wherein in the collapsed position of the filter the spacer extends axially in an elongated position cranially of the cranial end of the filter and in the expanded position of ...

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Номер записи: 39
17-01-2019 дата публикации

BACTERIA AND ENZYMES PRODUCED THEREFROM AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20190016997A1
Автор: Ayangbile Gbenga, Grzemski Mary, JR. James F., Krueger Lucas, Spangler David, Tobey
Принадлежит:

A bacteria referred to here as 6A-1 is provided, compositions thereof and processes for use of the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and enzymes. The compositions which comprise the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and/or enzymes are capable of degrading polysaccharides. Such compositions are capable of degrading cellulose, including plant-produced cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethyl cellulose. The bacteria produces at least two cellulose-degrading protein fractions. Cellulose degrading activity continues across pH2 to pH13. 125.-. (canceled)26Bacillus subtilis. A method of degrading a composition comprising at least one polysaccharide , said method comprising combining a composition comprising 6A-1 (6A-1) , reference culture comprising said 6A-1 having been deposited at ATCC under deposit number PTA-125135 , or cells of said 6A-1 , or spores produced by said 6A-1 , or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme extracted from said 6A-1 , or combination thereof , wherein said 6A-1 or cells or spores are filtered , dried , freeze dried or ground , or have added thereto at least one excipient , carrier or diluent to , and contacting said composition comprising said 6A-1 or cells or spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof with said composition comprising said at least one polysaccharide and degrading said at least one polysaccharide.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein said composition comprising said 6A-1 or cells or spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof comprises at least three cellulose-degrading protein fractions produced by said 6A-1 claim 26 , said protein fractions capable of degrading crystalline cellulose claim 26 , carboxymethyl cellulose and unmodified cellulose.28. The method of claim 26 , wherein composition comprising said 6A-1 or cells or spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof is capable of degrading protein at a pH ...

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Номер записи: 40
26-01-2017 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20170020497A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture and having a first opening. A first retainer is positionable external of the vessel. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and the first retainer, wherein the first opening of the covering member is configured to restrict movement of the connecting member. 120-. (canceled)21. A hole closure device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the hole closure device comprising:a first member;a second member; anda flexible connecting member operatively connecting the first member and the second member, the first member secured to the flexible connecting member, wherein the flexible connecting member advances the first member toward the second member, wherein movement of the flexible connecting member in a proximal direction advances the first member toward the second member in a distal direction, the flexible connecting member being restricted from movement and retained in a fixed position by the hole closure device until a sufficient predetermined proximal force is applied to the flexible connecting member to override a restriction force and free it from being restricted.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the flexible connecting member comprises a first suture.23. The device of claim 21 , wherein the flexible connecting member is restricted by a first opening in the second member.24. The device of claim 23 , wherein the first opening has a configuration to frictionally engage the flexible connecting member.25. The device of claim 21 , wherein the flexible connecting member has a first end secured to the first member and a second end not ...

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Номер записи: 41
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Compositions and Methods Comprising Endophytic Bacterium for Application to Grasses to Increase Plant Growth, Suppress Soil Borne Fungal Diseases, and Reduce Vigor of Weedy Competitors

Номер: US20180020672A1
Автор: JR. James F., Kingsley Kathryn, Kowalski Kurt P., White
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Endophytic bacteria, compositions comprising the same, and methods of use thereof are disclosed which increase the root and shoot growth of grass hosts, suppress growth of soil borne fungal pathogens of host plants, increase resistance of the grass to diseases and reduce competitiveness of distantly related competitor weeds of the crop. 1PseudomonasMicrobacteriumEnterobacterPhragmites australis. A method of increasing root and shoot growth of a grass plant host , comprising inoculating the host grass or seed with one or more biologically pure spp. , ssp. or ssp. endophyte strains isolated from , which are heterologously disposed to said grass plant host , said strains being effective to increase one or more of root growth promotion , shoot growth promotion , resistance to salt stress , competition with undesirable plant species and resistance to fungus in a plant produced from the seed , as compared to a reference plant grown under the same conditions.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said bacteria comprise specific rDNA sequences selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 1-16 or sequences having at least 97% identity therewith.3Microbacterium oxydans. The method of claim 2 , wherein said endophytic bacteria comprises one or more of the bacteria selected from Sandy LB4 claim 2 , Sandy LB6 claim 2 , Sandy Y8 claim 2 , RoY12 claim 2 , RoLB13w claim 2 , WY9y claim 2 , WY6 claim 2 , West 9 claim 2 , WY14 claim 2 , RiY3 claim 2 , SandyY7w claim 2 , RiLB4 claim 2 , SY1 claim 2 , SY5 claim 2 , WY9w claim 2 , and B2.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein said bacteria are selected from the group consisting of Sandy LB4 claim 3 , Sandy LB6 claim 3 , West 9 claim 3 , and SY1.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein said bacteria is Sandy LB4.6. The method of claim 3 , wherein said bacteria is Sandy LB6.7. The method of claim 3 , wherein said bacteria is SY1.8Microbacterium oxydans. The method of claim 3 , wherein said bacteria is B29. The method of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 42
24-01-2019 дата публикации

COMMMUNICATION CABLE, CABLE FORMING LINE, AND METHOD

Номер: US20190027277A1
Автор: JR. James F., Rivernider, Sterndale Jason L.
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A twisted pair cabling line and method comprising, a source of at least two twisted pairs, a source of planar shield, a cabling station, that combines the twisted pairs and the shield into a non-twisted cable, a twisting station that twists the cable that is produced by the cabling station, a twisting space between the cabling station and the twisting station, in which the non-twisted cable produced by the cabling station is twisted, to thereby form the shield into a figure-8 cross section having two loops, with a twisted pair in each loop, and a cable storage station. 1. A twisted pair cabling line , comprising:a. a source of at least two twisted pairs,b. a source of planar shield,c. a cabling station, that combines the twisted pairs and the shield into a non-twisted cable,d. a twisting station that twists the cable that is produced by the cabling station,e. a twisting space between the cabling station and the twisting station, in which the non-twisted cable produced by the cabling station is twisted, to thereby form the shield into a figure-8 cross section having two loops, with a twisted pair in each loop, ande. a cable storage station.2. A twisted pair cabling line as recited in claim 1 , wherein there are four twisted pairs claim 1 , with two on each side of the shield.3. A twisted pair cabling line as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cabling station has an exit port that does not allow the exiting cable to twist while it is in the exit port.4. A twisted pair cabling line as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cabling station has an exit port that has a non-circular cross section.5. A twisted pair cabling line as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cabling station has an exit port that has a lense-shaped cross section.6. A method of forming a shielded twisted pair cable claim 1 , comprising the steps of:a. providing at least two twisted pairs,b. providing a source of planar shield,c. providing a cabling station, that combines the twisted pairs and the shield into a ...

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Номер записи: 43
30-01-2020 дата публикации

ATHERECTOMY DEVICE

Номер: US20200029999A1
Автор: Israel Jenna Rose, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Valentis Colin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel including an outer member and a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the outer member and fixed axially within the outer member. A tip is mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft and is positioned distally of the distal end of the outer member to create a gap between the proximal end of the rotatable tip and the distalmost edge of the outer member. The rotatable tip has a longitudinal axis mounted to the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the shaft, the shaft including a guidewire lumen for receiving a guidewire to enable over the wire insertion of the device. 1. An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel comprising:an outer member having a distal end;a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the outer member and fixed axially within the outer member, the shaft having a longitudinal axis, a distal region and a distalmost edge; anda rotatable tip having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the rotatable tip positioned distally of the distalmost edge of the outer member to create a gap between the proximal end of the rotatable tip and the distalmost edge of the outer member, the rotatable tip mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft and having a longitudinal axis and mounted to the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the rotatable shaft, the rotatable shaft including a guidewire lumen for receiving a guidewire to enable over the wire insertion of the device.2. The atherectomy device of claim 1 , further comprising an auger positioned on the rotatable shaft claim 1 , the auger positioned proximally of the rotatable tip and extending along the rotatable shaft claim 1 , wherein rotation of the rotatable shaft rotates the auger to move particles macerated by the rotatable tip proximally ...

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Номер записи: 44
01-05-2014 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED VALVE POSITION INDICATION

Номер: US20140116519A1
Автор: Brown Craig, JR. James F., Schmidt, Walker Dan
Принадлежит:

The disclosure relates to an embodiment of a valve position indicator having an indicator cover having at least one window and a rotor configured to be at least partially within the indicator cover. The rotor has an indicator surface with one or more position indicators wherein at least one of the position indicators is configured to align with the window on the indicator cover, thus indicating the position of a valve. A light may be positioned proximate the rotor and configured to illuminate the position indicator. The valve position indicator may also include an array of LED lights bordering the rim of the indicator cover. The valve position indicator may alternatively include the array of LED lights without the indicator cover. 1. A valve position indicator comprising:an indicator cover having a window;a rotor configured to be located at least partially within the indicator cover, the rotor having an indicator surface having a position indicator wherein the position indicator is configured to align with the window thereby indicating a position of a valve; anda light located proximate the rotor configured to illuminate the position indicator thereby increasing the illumination of the position indicator when viewed through the window.2. The valve position indicator of claim 1 , further comprisingan actuator shaft connector configured to couple the rotor to an actuator shaft for the valve, wherein the actuator shaft is configured to rotate the rotor relative to the indicator cover as the valve moves between an open and a closed position; andwherein the position indicator further comprises two position indicator terms.3. The valve position indicator of claim 2 , wherein the two position indicator terms include an open position indicator and a close position indicator claim 2 , and wherein the open position indicator comprises the word “OPEN” written on the indicator surface and the close position indicator comprises the word “CLOSE” written on the indicator surface.4 ...

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Номер записи: 45
18-02-2016 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20160045298A1
Автор: Carter Lindsay L., DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region wherein the filter is movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. A first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and the second region is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The second region includes a vessel engaging portion at the second end portion. The first region includes a plurality of spaced apart elongated struts with adjacent struts being joined. 130-. (canceled)31. A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region , the first region including a first plurality of spaced apart elongated struts , the first plurality of elongated struts each having a first dividing region dividing into first and second connecting struts , the first and second connecting struts having a smaller transverse width than a transverse width of the elongated strut of the first plurality of elongated struts from which they emanate , each of the first connecting struts extending at an angle from the elongated strut and the second connecting struts extending at a different angle from the same elongated strut , each of the first connecting struts has a proximal end at the first dividing region and a distal end where the first connecting strut joins at a first joining region an adjacent one of the second connecting struts emanating from a different one of the first dividing regions , the second connecting struts having a proximal end at the first dividing region , at each of the first joining regions third and fourth connecting struts emanate forming a second dividing region , the third connecting struts each having a proximal end at the second dividing region and a distal end where the third connecting ...

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Номер записи: 46
22-05-2014 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20140142622A1
Автор: Briganti Richard T., DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., McGuckin, Peters Walter H., Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising an elongated member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture. The elongated member has a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. A material forms two curved legs having ends positionable external of the vessel. The legs curve in different directions and a retention portion is formed in the material to retain the legs during placement of the elongated member inside the vessel. 122-. (canceled)23. A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:an elongated blood flow blocking member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture, the elongated member having a dimension to prevent egress of blood through the aperture, the elongated member having an upper surface, a lower surface, an intermediate portion and first and second end portions, the upper surface having a first upper surface region and a second upper surface region adjacent the first upper surface region, the elongated member composed of an absorbable material, the elongated member movable between a first position for delivery and a second transverse position for placement, in the placement position the upper surface of the elongated member is positioned adjacent the aperture; andfirst and second members positionable proximal of the elongated member, the first and second members movable to a placement position proximal of the elongated member, the first and second members positionable external of the vessel, in the placement position the first and second members positioned alongside one another such that the first member is above the first upper surface region of the elongated member and the second member is above the second upper ...

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Номер записи: 47
08-03-2018 дата публикации

ACTIVE SECURITY TOKEN WITH SECURITY PHANTOM FOR PORTING A PASSWORD FILE

Номер: US20180069704A1
Автор: DRAY, JR. James F.
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An active security token includes: a sentry that controls access to token data disposed on the active security token through verification of user authentication data; the token data including: reference authentication data for verification of user authentication data; and a security phantom including a password file, the security phantom being a public key certificate or a biometric template. 1. An active security token comprising:a sentry that controls access to token data disposed on the active security token through verification of user authentication data; and reference authentication data for verification of user authentication data; and', 'a security phantom comprising a password file, the security phantom being a public key certificate or a biometric template., 'the token data comprising2. The active security token of claim 1 , wherein the security phantom is present on the active security token in an absence of native password storage.3. The active security token of claim 2 , wherein the password file comprises a password.4. The active security token of claim 2 , wherein the password file comprises a password database claim 2 , the password database comprising:a password; anda username corresponding to the password.5. The active security token of claim 2 , wherein the password file is encrypted.6. The active security token of claim 2 , wherein the security phantom is encrypted.7. The active security token of claim 2 , wherein the active security token further comprises a smart card or a universal serial bus token.8. The active security token of claim 7 , wherein the smart card comprises a personal identity verification card.9. A process for making an active security token claim 7 , the process comprising:producing a security phantom comprising a password file, the security phantom being a public key certificate or a biometric template; andstoring the security phantom on an active security token to make the active security token.10. The process of claim 9 , ...

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Номер записи: 48
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for resectioning gastro-esophageal tissue

Номер: US20190069897A1
Автор: James F. McGuckin, Jr., Peter Hinchliffe
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

A system for stapling tissue comprises a flexible endoscope and an operative head including a pair of opposed, curved tissue clamping jaws sized to pass through an esophagus, the jaws being moveable with respect to one another between an open tissue receiving configuration and a closed tissue clamping configuration, a first one of the curved jaws including a stapling mechanism and a second one of the jaws including a staple forming anvil surface, the stapling mechanism including staple slots through which staples are fired arranged in a row extending from a proximal end of the first jaw to a distal end thereof in combination with a control handle which, when the operative head is in an operative position within one of a patient's stomach and esophagus, remains outside the patient, the control handle including a first actuator for moving the jaws relative to one another and a second actuator for operating the stapling mechanism.

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Номер записи: 49
16-03-2017 дата публикации

ATHERECTOMY DEVICE

Номер: US20170071624A1
Автор: Israel Jenna Rose, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Valentis Colin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A surgical atherectomy apparatus for removing particles such as plaque from an interior of a vessel having a motor housing slidable axially between a proximal position and a distal position. An axially fixed sheath extends from the outer housing and a catheter is connected to the motor housing and is positioned within the sheath. A rotatable shaft is positioned within the lumen of the catheter and is operatively connected to the motor for rotational movement, the rotatable shaft and catheter movable by movement of the motor housing between the proximal and distal positions. The rotatable shaft has an atherectomy bit extending therefrom for dislodgement of particles when rotated by the motor and dislodged particles are aspirated in the lumen of the catheter. 1. A surgical atherectomy apparatus for removing particles such as plaque from an interior of a vessel , the apparatus comprising:an outer housing;a motor housing positioned within the outer housing and containing a motor therein, the motor housing slidable axially between a proximal position and a distal position;an axially fixed sheath extending from the outer housing;a catheter connected to the motor housing and having a lumen, the catheter positioned within the sheath; anda rotatable shaft positioned within the lumen of the catheter and operatively connected to the motor for rotational movement, the rotatable shaft and catheter movable by movement of the motor housing between the proximal and distal positions, the rotatable shaft having an atherectomy bit extending therefrom for dislodgement of particles when rotated by the motor;wherein particles dislodged by the atherectomy bit are aspirated in the lumen of the catheter in the space between an outer wall of the rotatable shaft and an inner wall of the catheter.2. The surgical apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the particles are aspirated by a vacuum through a tube extending from an outlet port of the catheter.3. The surgical apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 50
16-03-2017 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20170071719A1
Автор: Bressler James E., Carter Lindsay L., DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит: Argon Medical Devices, Inc.

A vessel filter having a first region and a second region, the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel. The first region has a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter and includes a plurality of spaced apart filter struts. The struts each have a strut height defined as a distance between a first wall and a second wall. A plurality of hooks are at the second region, the hooks having a vessel penetrating tip and a width greater than the width of the strut from which it extends such that the penetrating tip portion of the hook extends beyond the first wall. 1. A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region , the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and an expanded position for placement within the vessel , the first region having a filter portion having a converging region to direct particles toward the center of the filter , the first region including a plurality of spaced apart filter struts , the struts each having a strut width defined as a distance between a first wall and a second wall , and the strut having a longitudinal axis , a plurality of hooks at the second region , the hooks having a vessel penetrating tip , the hooks positioned on a distal end portion of the strut , and having a width greater than the width of the strut from which it extends radially such that the penetrating tip of the hook extends beyond the first wall.2. The vessel filter of claim 1 , wherein the hooks have a curved end surface.3. The vessel filter of claim 1 , wherein the hooks include a heel extending at an angle to a longitudinal axis of the strut.4. The vessel filter of claim 1 , wherein the penetrating tip extends in a direction toward the first region.5. The vessel filter of claim 1 , wherein the filter is formed from a laser cut tube and composed of shape memory material.6. The vessel ...

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Номер записи: 51
05-03-2020 дата публикации

ATHERECTOMY DEVICE

Номер: US20200069329A1
Автор: Israel Jenna Rose, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Snyder Aaron Larry, Valentis Colin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel including an outer member and a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the outer member. The outer member is fixed axially. A rotatable tip is mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the shaft. The rotatable shaft includes a guidewire lumen for receiving a guidewire to enable over the wire insertion of the device. 114-. (canceled)15. A method for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel comprising the steps of:providing an introducer sheath having an internal diameter;providing a deposit removal device including an outer member, a rotatable shaft and a rotatable tip at a distal portion of the rotatable shaft, the outer member axially fixed to maintain a fixed spacing between a distal end of the outer member and a proximal end of the rotatable tip;inserting the introducer sheath through a skin incision and into a vessel; advancing the rotatable tip adjacent the deposits to be removed;actuating a motor to rotate the rotatable tip at high speed by rotation of the rotatable shaft to contact and remove the deposits, the rotatable tip rotating to remove deposits; andaspirating deposits through a space in the outer member between the rotatable shaft and an inner wall of the outer member during rotation of the rotatable shaft.16. The method of claim 15 , wherein the rotatable shaft has an auger thereon claim 15 , and the step of rotating the rotatable shaft causes the auger to direct deposits proximally within the outer member.17. The method of claim 15 , wherein the step of aspirating deposits includes applying a vacuum to aspirate direct deposits proximally that are removed by rotational movement of the tip.18. The method of claim 16 , wherein the step of aspirating deposits includes applying a vacuum to aspirate direct deposits proximally that are removed by rotational ...

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Номер записи: 52
16-03-2017 дата публикации

BACTERIA AND ENZYMES PRODUCED THEREFROM AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20170073620A1
Автор: Ayangbile Gbenga, Grzemski Mary, JR. James F., Krueger Lucas, Spangler David, Tobey
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A bacteria referred to here as 6A-1 is provided, compositions thereof and processes for use of the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and enzymes. The compositions which comprise the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and/or enzymes are capable of degrading polysaccharides. Such compositions are capable of degrading cellulose, including plant-produced cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethyl cellulose. The bacteria produces at least two cellulose-degrading protein fractions. Cellulose degrading activity continues across pH2 to pH13. 1. A method of producing a composition capable of degrading polysaccharides , the method comprising ,a) culturing said strain 6A-1 such that said 6A-1 produces at least two polysaccharide-degrading protein fractions;b) a process selected from (i) filtering or drying or freeze drying or grinding, or adding at least one excipient, carrier or diluent to said 6A-1 strain or cells or spores of said 6A-1 or (ii) extracting at least one polysaccharide-degrading protein fraction from said 6A-1, or iii) a combination thereof; andc) producing a composition comprising said strain, cells, spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading protein fraction extraction of b), or a combination thereof.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said composition comprises at least three cellulose-degrading protein fractions produced by said 6A-1 claim 1 , said protein fractions capable of degrading crystalline cellulose claim 1 , carboxymethyl cellulose and unmodified cellulose.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein composition is capable of degrading protein at a pH of 2 to 12.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said 6A-1 is an asporogenous mutant of said 6A-1.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said composition is capable of degrading cellulose under conditions from pH 2 to pH 13.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein said composition is capable of degrading acid detergent fiber.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein said 6A-1 is cultured at a temperature of less ...

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Номер записи: 53
05-06-2014 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20140155920A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical L.P.

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting member and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting member outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting member into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a cutting member and tracking member is also provided. 120-. (canceled)21. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen , the device comprising a cutting member having a proximal portion and a distal portion and a tracking member having a proximal portion and distal portion , the cutting member and tracking member being connected at a distal portion and insertable into the body lumen as a unit , the cutting member configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting member and tracking member at least at a distal region.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the cutting member has a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member.23. The device of claim 21 , wherein the cutting surface is formed only in a distal region of the cutting member.24. The device of claim 22 , wherein the cutting surface has a flat edge.25. The device of claim 22 , wherein the second surface has a convex surface.26. The device of claim 21 , wherein the tracking member has a coil at a distal end claim 21 , and a heat shrink is positioned over a connection region of the cutting member and tracking member.27. The device of claim 21 , wherein the tracking member includes a plurality of marker bands.28. A system for treating a lesion in body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen comprising:a catheter having a lumen and an ...

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Номер записи: 54
05-06-2014 дата публикации

VASCULAR DEVICE WITH VALVE FOR APPROXIMATING VESSEL WALL

Номер: US20140155988A1
Автор: Hinchliffe Peter W.J., JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vascular device comprising a plurality of vessel engaging members and a valve. The device is movable from a collapsed insertion position having a first diameter to a second expanded position having a second diameter larger than the first diameter. The plurality of vessel engaging members extend outwardly from the device for securely engaging the internal wall of a vessel upon expansion of the device to the second expanded position, wherein the vessel engaging members pull the internal wall of the vessel radially inwardly upon movement of the device from the second expanded position toward a first expanded position having a third diameter greater than the first diameter and less than the second diameter. In the first expanded position the valve is movable between an open position to allow blood flow therethrough to a closed position to prevent blood flow. 124-. (canceled)25. A vascular device for treating venous valve insufficiency by an intravascular approach to a target vessel , the device comprising a body and a plurality of vessel penetrating members extending radially from the body in a direction away from a longitudinal axis of the body , the vessel engaging members having penetrating tips to penetrate the vessel wall and securely grasp the vessel wall for approximation of the wall , the body movable from a vessel wall engagement position wherein the penetrating tips of the vessel engaging members penetrate to grasp the vessel wall to a second position wherein the body has a smaller cross-sectional dimension then in the vessel wall engagement position to thereby bring the vessel wall radially inwardly so the vessel wall is changed from a first diameter to a second diameter , the second diameter being less than the first diameter , such reduction in diameter enabling the treatment of venous valve insufficiency by one of a) bringing the vessel wall to the second diameter such that existing valve leaflets extending radially inwardly from an internal portion of ...

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Номер записи: 55
12-06-2014 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20140163593A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical L.P.

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting members and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting members outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting members into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member is also provided. 120-. (canceled)21. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen , the device comprising a plurality of cutting members having a proximal portion and a distal portion and a tracking member having a proximal portion and a distal portion , the cutting members and tracking member being connected at the distal portion and insertable into the vessel as a unit , the cutting members configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting members and tracking member at least at a distal region.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the cutting members have a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member.23. The device of claim 21 , wherein the second surface has a convex surface.24. The device of claim 21 , wherein the tracking member has a coil at a distal end claim 21 , and a shrink wrap is positioned over a connection region of the cutting member and tracking member.25. The device of claim 21 , wherein the tracking member includes a plurality of marker bands.26. The device of claim 21 , wherein the cutting surface is formed only in a distal region of the cutting members.27. A system for treating a lesion in body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen comprising:a catheter having a lumen and an expandable portion; anda ...

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Номер записи: 56
12-06-2014 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20140163594A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical L.P.

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including providing a cutting member, connecting a tracking member to the cutting member to form an assembly, inserting the connected cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting member and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting member outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting member into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a cutting member having a coupler to connect a tracking member is also provided. 116-. (canceled)17. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen , the device comprising a cutting member having a proximal portion , a distal portion and a coupler for coupling a separate tracking member to the cutting member by a clinician , the cutting member with coupled tracking member being insertable into the body lumen as a unit , the cutting member configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting member and tracking member at least at a distal region.18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the cutting member has a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member.19. The device of claim 18 , wherein the second surface has a convex surface.20. The device of claim 17 , wherein the tracking member and cutting member are composed of wires and the coupler includes a collar at the distal portion of the cutting member.21. The device of claim 17 , wherein the cutting member is a wire and the tracking member is a wire.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the cutting member has a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member claim 21 , and transverse movement of the cutting ...

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Номер записи: 57
21-03-2019 дата публикации

CEILING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190085559A1
Автор: BERGMAN Todd M., Harnish Scott D., Hooper, JR. James F., Markley Jeffrey T., McDermott Ian, PLACE Kain A., Rice David E., White Ian V.
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Described herein is a ceiling system in one embodiment includes a grid support member, ceiling panel, and grid hanger configured to support the grid support member in a suspended manner from an overhead structural support. The grid hanger includes a mounting bracket configured for attachment to the structural support and a hanger member. The hanger member is adjustable in a plurality of selectable mounting positions relative to the mounting bracket, thereby allowing the mounted height of the grid support member to be adjusted in the field. In some embodiment, the hanger member is further angularly adjustable relative to the mounting bracket to avoid installation obstacles. Locking elements are provided to secure the hanger member in the selected mounting position. In one embodiment, the grid support member may have a T-shaped cross section. 1. A grid hanger assembly for mounting a ceiling system , the grid hanger assembly comprising:a mounting bracket comprising an elastically deformable spring clip, the mounting bracket defining a vertical mounting centerline;the mounting bracket comprising a bottom flange and adjoining vertical side flange extending upwardly from the bottom flange, the bottom and side flanges configured to engage an overhead support structure when mounted thereto;an elongated hanger member slideably coupled to the spring clip, the hanger member including a coupling end configured to engage a grid support member of the ceiling system, the spring clip configured to frictionally secure the hanger member in one of a plurality of selectable mounting positions relative to the mounting bracket;wherein the spring clip is deformable between an unlocked position allowing adjustment of the hanger member relative to the mounting bracket and a locked position frictionally locking the hanger member in one of the selectable mounting positions.2. The grid hanger assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the spring clip comprises a pair of outwardly and laterally ...

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Номер записи: 58
02-04-2015 дата публикации

SPINAL IMPLANT AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20150094817A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A spinal implant having a series of sections or units hinged together and a balloon connected to at least some of the sections, the balloon having a curved configuration. The implant has a first delivery configuration and a second curved placement configuration, wherein it has a more linear configuration in the first delivery configuration than in the second curved configuration. The implant assumes the first delivery configuration during delivery to the disc space and maintains the curved configuration after placement within the disc space. The curved configuration can result from filling or expanding the balloon. 128-. (canceled)29. A method of minimally invasively inserting a spinal implant in a disc space comprising:minimally invasively inserting through a cannula a disc nucleus removal device;remotely operating the disc nucleus removal device to remove the disc nucleus;removing the disc nucleus removal device from the disc space;providing a delivery instrument having a spinal implant having a plurality of linked sections and a support strip attached to the linked sections;minimally invasively inserting the delivery instrument containing the spinal implant in a first substantially straighter configuration;advancing the delivery instrument to the disc space;exposing the implant from the delivery instrument to position the implant in the disc space, wherein upon exposing the implant, the implant moves to assume a more curved configuration within the disc; andremoving the delivery instrument and leaving the implant in place along a periphery of the disc space.30. The method of claim 29 , wherein the step of deploying the implant enables the support strip to move to a substantially horseshoe shape along the periphery of the disc space.31. The method of claim 30 , wherein the implant includes a balloon claim 30 , and further comprising the step of expanding the balloon when positioned in the disc space.32. The method of claim 31 , wherein expansion of the balloon ...

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Номер записи: 59
07-04-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PREVENTING CLOT MIGRATON FROM LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE

Номер: US20160095603A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for placement within the left atrial appendage of a patient comprising a retention member and a material positioned within the retention member and unattached thereto. The retention member has a first elongated configuration for delivery and a second expanded configuration for placement within the left atrial appendage. The material is configured to float within the retention member. The retention member can have at least one appendage wall engagement member to secure the retention member to the appendage. 1. A device for placement in a left atrial appendage of a patient comprising a retention member having a first elongated configuration for delivery and a second expanded configuration for placement within the left atrial appendage , in the expanded configuration the retention member defining a space which defines a receiving area extending between a proximal and distal region , a material positioned within the retention member and unattached thereto for floating movement therein between the proximal and distal regions to initially allow blood flow therethrough until the material causes blood clotting and clots fill a volume of the device , the retention member is placed in the left atrial appendage without the material within and the material is delivered within the retention member after placement of the retention member within the left atrial appendage , in the expanded configuration the material free floating within the space and a proximal , an intermediate and a distal region of the material are surrounded by the retention member , in the expanded configuration of the retention member , the retention member having a larger transverse dimension , the retention member having a plurality of wall engagement members to secure the retention member to the appendage.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the retention member is composed of a shape memory material claim 1 , and in the expanded configuration the retention member moves toward a shape memory ...

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Номер записи: 60
05-04-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING FLUID TO TREAT RENAL HYPERTENSION

Номер: US20180093075A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A surgical apparatus for delivering fluid to treat renal hypertension including an elongated member having a distal tip and a plurality of openings formed in a sidewall proximal of the distal tip. A plurality of fluid delivery members are movably positioned in the elongated member, each of the fluid delivery members having a lumen and at least one opening communicating with the lumen for delivering fluid extravascularly. An actuator is operatively associated with the fluid delivery members, the actuator actuable to a first position to move the fluid delivery members from a retracted position within the elongated member to a deployed position extending radially with respect to the elongated member. A balloon is expandable radially from the elongated member to seal the renal artery during application of fluid through the fluid delivery members. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for treating renal hypertension comprising:inserting an apparatus intravascularly over a guidewire to access the renal artery, the apparatus including a flexible elongated member;inflating a balloon to seal off the renal artery;advancing an actuator in a first direction to deploy a plurality of tines radially through side openings in the elongated member so the tines penetrate a wall of the artery; andinjecting fluid through a lumen in the tines and through a plurality of side openings in the tines to apply ablation fluid intravascularly for treating renal hypertension;wherein the apparatus includes a centering structure positioned proximal of the balloon and the method further includes the step of expanding the centering structure.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the plurality of tines are composed of shape memory material.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein a distal tip of the tines does not extend distally of a distal tip of the apparatus.16. The method of claim 13 , wherein advancing the actuator advances the tines to exit proximally of the balloon.17. (canceled)18. The method of claim 13 , ...

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Номер записи: 61
09-04-2015 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20150100081A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall, the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall. The device includes a covering member positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. A securing member is positionable external of the vessel and has a plurality of pores extending therethrough. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and securing member and moves the securing member toward the covering member. 118-. (canceled)19. A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture, the covering member having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture;a securing member positionable external of the vessel, the securing member having a plurality of pores; anda flexible connecting member operatively connecting the covering member and the securing member, the flexible connecting member being fixedly secured to the securing member at one end, wherein the flexible connecting member moves the securing member toward the covering member as a second end of the flexible connecting member is moved proximally as the securing member remains fixedly secured to the flexible connecting member at the first end, in a placement position the securing member securing the covering member in position and remaining proximal of the covering member.20. The device of claim 19 , wherein the covering member has a first opening claim 19 , the first opening configured to restrict movement of the connecting member.21. The device of claim 19 , wherein the covering member ...

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Номер записи: 62
09-04-2015 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20150100082A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical. L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall, the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall. The device includes a covering member positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. First and second retainers are positionable external of the vessel and have a tip of a smaller transverse dimension and facing in a direction toward the covering member for advancement toward the covering member. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and the first retainer and moves the first retainer toward the covering member. 19-. (canceled)10. A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture, the covering member having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture;first and second retainers positionable external of the vessel, the first and second retainers being one of substantially cylindrical and substantially pill shaped; anda first flexible connecting member operatively connecting the first retainer to the covering member, the first flexible connecting member moving the first retainer toward the covering member.11. The device of claim 10 , wherein pulling of the first flexible connecting member advances the first retainer toward the covering member.12. The device of claim 11 , wherein the covering member has an a first opening configured to restrict movement of the first connecting member.13. The device of claim 10 , wherein the covering member and first and second retainers are composed of a resorbable material.14. The device of claim 10 , ...

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Номер записи: 63
14-04-2016 дата публикации

ESOPHAGEAL SLEEVE

Номер: US20160100929A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for treating acid reflux comprising a sleeve configured and dimensioned for insertion into the esophagus of the patient, the sleeve having a proximal portion, a distal portion and an intermediate portion between the distal and proximal portions. The sleeve includes a an inner member applying a radial force on the sleeve for securement within the esophagus, and a skirt connected to the sleeve to block acid backup from the stomach while not inhibiting passage of food into the stomach. 1. A device for treating acid reflux comprising a sleeve configured and dimensioned for insertion into the esophagus of the patient , the sleeve having a proximal portion , a distal portion and an intermediate portion between the distal and proximal portions , the sleeve including an inner member applying a radial force on the sleeve for securement within the esophagus , and a skirt connected to the sleeve to block acid backup from the stomach while not inhibiting passage of food into the stomach.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the inner member is formed in a spiral shape.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve has a retrieval structure at a proximal portion for retrieval of the sleeve.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the inner member comprises a helical coil in the form of a wire.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the inner member includes a spiral configuration having a double helix configuration.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of tines extending externally of the sleeve to grasp a wall of the esophagus.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the skirt extends distally beyond a distal end of the sleeve.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the skirt is positioned entirely internally of the sleeve.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the skirt includes a plurality of overlapping flaps.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein the flaps are only positioned along an edge to reduce an internal diameter of the sleeve in a collapsed position.11. The device of ...

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Номер записи: 64
14-04-2016 дата публикации

GASTRIC BYPASS SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20160100971A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A system and method for treating obesity including a first instrument containing a first magnet therein, the first instrument insertable into a stomach of a patient and the first magnet deployable into the stomach of the patient and having a first space. A second instrument contains a second magnet therein, the second instrument insertable into a bowel of a patient and the second magnet deployable into the bowel of the patient and having a second space. A stent is insertable into the first and second spaces to maintain an opening formed between the stomach and bowel. 1. A method for treating obesity comprising the steps of:inserting first and second endoscopes, the first endoscope inserted into a stomach of the patient and the second endoscope inserted into a bowel of a patient;approximating the stomach and bowel;deploying a first magnet in the stomach and a second magnet in the bowel;creating an opening between the stomach and bowel; andpositioning a stent into the opening.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of delivering a penetrating device to penetrate a wall of the stomach and a wall of the bowel.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of inserting the first endoscope into the stomach includes advancing the first endoscope transorally into the stomach.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of inserting a T-bar through a wall of the stomach and a wall of the bowel and the step of approximating the stomach and bowel includes the step of pulling the T-bar proximally.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first magnet is deployed from the first endoscope and the second magnet is deployed from the second endoscope.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the first magnet has a first opening and the second magnet has a second opening claim 5 , and the step of creating an opening between the stomach and the bowel includes inserting a cutting instrument through the first and second openings of the magnets.7. The method of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 65
13-04-2017 дата публикации

NANO-SIZED WATER-BASED DISPERSION COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

Номер: US20170099833A1
Автор: ESSINGER, JR. James F., Shell Elizabeth A.
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The present invention relates to a nanoparticle-sized dispersion, and to methods of manufacture and use thereof. More particularly, the composition may comprise an aqueous continuous phase comprising an anionic surfactant, and a discontinuous hydrophobic phase comprising a branched or straight-chain polycarboxylic acid or a straight-chain monocarboxylic acid. 1. A nanoformulation comprising an aqueous continuous phase and a hydrophobic discontinuous phase , wherein the continuous phase comprises an anionic surfactant and the discontinuous phase comprises a hydrophobic branched or straight-chain polycarboxylic acid or a hydrophobic straight-chain monocarboxylic acid.2. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the anionic surfactant has a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance of greater than or equal to 25.3. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the anionic surfactant is sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium lauroyl sarcosinate.4. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the polycarboxylic acid is a dimerization product of oleic acid.5. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the straight-chain monocarboxylic acid is lauric acid claim 1 , myristic acid claim 1 , or stearic acid.6. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the discontinuous phase further comprises a pesticide.7. The nanoformulation of claim 6 , wherein the pesticide has a solubility of less than 10 g/L.8. The nanoformulation of claim 6 , wherein the pesticide is a liquid or a solid at 20° C.9. The nanoformulation of claim 6 , wherein the pesticide is triticonazole claim 6 , atrazine claim 6 , florasulam claim 6 , or pyrethrum.10. The nanoformulation of claim 1 , wherein the discontinuous phase further comprises odorants.11. The nanoformulation of claim 10 , wherein the odorants are attractants claim 10 , repellants claim 10 , perfumes claim 10 , or mixtures thereof.12. The nanoformulation of claim 10 , wherein the odorant is cinnamon oil claim 10 , rosemary oil claim 10 , peppermint oil claim 10 , mint oil ...

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Номер записи: 66
23-04-2015 дата публикации

VEIN FILTER

Номер: US20150112379A1
Автор: JR. James F., JR. John H., McGuckin, Thinnes
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A vessel filter having a first region having a first set of struts forming a mounting portion and a filter portion having a converging region at a first portion to direct particles toward the center of the filter. The mounting portion is flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second portion opposite the first portion. A second set of struts forms a second mounting portion flared in the expanded position. A plurality of spaced apart struts extend between the first and second regions. 1. A vessel filter comprising a first region and a second region , the filter movable between a collapsed position for delivery to the vessel and the expanded position for placement within the vessel , the first region having a first set of struts forming a first mounting portion and a first filter portion and first portion opening in a first direction , the filter portion having a first converging region at a first portion to direct particles toward the center of the filter , the mounting portion being flared in the expanded position to have a transverse dimension increasing toward a second portion opposite the first portion , the second region having a second set of struts forming a second mounting portion being flared in the expanded position and opening in the first direction , a plurality of spaced apart struts extending between the first and second regions.219-. (canceled) 1. Technical FieldThis application relates to a vascular filter and more particularly to a vein filter for capturing blood clots within the vessel.2. Background of Related ArtPassage of blood clots to the lungs is known as pulmonary embolism. These clots typically originate in the veins of the lower limbs and can migrate through the vascular system to the lungs where they can obstruct blood flow and therefore interfere with oxygenation of the blood. Pulmonary embolisms can also cause shock and even death.In some instances, blood thinning medication, e.g. anticoagulants ...

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Номер записи: 67
20-04-2017 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20170105759A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting member and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting member outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting member into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a cutting member and tracking member is also provided. 1. A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen in a patient's body , the method comprising:a) inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a first catheter;b) withdrawing the first catheter from the cutting member and tracking member and removing the first catheter from the body lumen;c) after step (b) inserting either the first catheter or a second different catheter over the tracking member and the cutting member remaining outside the catheter during insertion of the catheter; andd) after step (c) expanding a portion of the catheter inserted over the tracking member in step (c) to move the cutting member radially into cutting contact with the lesion to thereby enlarge a passageway in the body lumen.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the catheter to move the cutting member includes an expandable balloon claim 1 , and the step of expanding a portion of the catheter includes the step of expanding the balloon.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of expanding the balloon causes the cutting member to be moved radially with respect to the catheter.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of expanding a portion of the catheter causes a gap between the cutting member and tracking member to widen.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cutting member has a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member claim 1 , and expansion ...

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Номер записи: 68
14-05-2015 дата публикации

Methods And Computer Network For Co-Ordinating A Loan Over The Internet

Номер: US20150134505A1
Автор: Bennett, JR. James F., Lebda Douglas, Stiegler Richard
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The invention relates to a method and a computer for coordinating an electronic credit application between an Internet user and a plurality of lending institutions via the Internet. This method involves displaying documents in a web site, and receiving credit data forming placed on the web site. After receiving this data a special loan processing computer applies a filter to the data. The filter comprises loan selection criteria provided by lending institutions which allows these institutions to filter out loan applications that they do not want. Next, after the data is filtered, it is transmitted to a plurality of lending institutions. Finally, the computer and the method then controls and coordinates communication between these lending institutions and the Internet user to match borrowers and lenders via the Internet. 1. A method for coordinating an electronic credit application between an Internet user and a plurality of lending institutions via the Internet , comprising the steps of:a) displaying a plurality of documents in a web site;b) receiving a plurality of credit data sent from the Internet user;c) applying said credit data to a filter comprising a plurality of selection criteria, wherein the plurality of selection criteria are employed to automatically select the plurality of lending institutions;d) transmitting said credit data to said plurality of lending institutions; ande) coordinating communication between said plurality of lending institutions and the Internet user so that said Internet user can obtain credit or loans from said lending institutions.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein step (a) comprises the steps of:displaying a document welcoming the Internet user;displaying a document explaining the application process;displaying a document explaining the services provided; anddisplaying said electronic credit application.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein step (b) further includes the steps of:verifying data input in a credit ...

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Номер записи: 69
02-05-2019 дата публикации

DUODENUM SLEEVE FOR TREATING OBESITY

Номер: US20190125567A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for treating obesity by limiting absorption of food through a wall of a duodenum of a patient including a sleeve inserted into the duodenum of a patient. The sleeve includes a plurality of first blocking areas and a plurality of first food absorption areas, the first blocking areas providing duodenum wall covers to prevent food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first blocking areas together defining a first total blocking area. The first food absorption areas providing access to the duodenum wall to enable food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first food absorption areas together defining a first total absorption area. 1. A device for treating obesity by limiting absorption of food through a wall of a duodenum of a patient , the device comprising a sleeve configured and dimensioned for insertion into the duodenum of the patient , the sleeve having a proximal portion , a distal portion and an intermediate portion between the distal and proximal portions , the sleeve including a plurality of first blocking areas and a plurality of first food absorption areas , the first blocking areas providing duodenum wall covers to prevent food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first blocking areas together defining a first total blocking area , the first food absorption areas providing access to the duodenum wall to enable food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first food absorption areas together defining a first total absorption area.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first blocking areas include a plurality of spiral sections and the first food absorption areas include a plurality of gaps between the spiral sections.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve has a retrieval structure at a proximal portion for retrieval of the sleeve.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve has a retrieval structure at a distal portion for retrieval of the sleeve.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve includes a spiral ...

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Номер записи: 70
28-05-2015 дата публикации

TIRE AND WHEEL THEFT PREVENTION DEVICE AND METHODS

Номер: US20150143859A1
Автор: Beck, JR. James F.
Принадлежит:

Tire theft prevention device and methods. At least some of example embodiments include a tire removal prevention device comprising: an elongate member having a first end and a second end, the first and second ends defining an elongate axis; a collar member coupled to the elongate member, the collar defining an interior cavity, a first aperture, and a second aperture opposite the first aperture, the second aperture having an area smaller than the first aperture; and a riser member coupled to the elongate member, the riser defining a third aperture having an area larger than the second aperture. 1. A tire removal prevention device comprising:an elongate member having a first end and a second end, the first and second ends defining an elongate axis;a collar member coupled to the elongate member, the collar defining an interior cavity, a first aperture, and a second aperture opposite the first aperture, the second aperture having an area smaller than the first aperture; anda riser member coupled to the elongate member, the riser member defining a third aperture having an area larger than the second aperture.2. The tire removal prevention device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate member is inflexible along the elongate axis.3. The tire removal prevention device of claim 1 , wherein the elongate member comprises a metallic strip defining a first planar surface and a second planar surface facing opposite the first.4. The tire removal prevention device of claim 3 , wherein the elongate member further comprises a rib configured to reduce flexing of the elongate member along the elongate axis.5. The tire removal prevention device of claim 4 , wherein the elongate member further comprises a second rib configured to reduce flexing of the elongate member along the elongate axis.6. The tire removal prevention device of claim 1 , wherein the distance between the collar member and the riser member is less than the distance between the collar member and the first end.7. The tire ...

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Номер записи: 71
08-09-2022 дата публикации

DUODENUM SLEEVE FOR TREATING OBESITY

Номер: US20220280320A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for treating obesity by limiting absorption of food through a wall of a duodenum of a patient including a sleeve inserted into the duodenum of a patient. The sleeve includes a plurality of first blocking areas and a plurality of first food absorption areas, the first blocking areas providing duodenum wall covers to prevent food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first blocking areas together defining a first total blocking area. The first food absorption areas providing access to the duodenum wall to enable food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first food absorption areas together defining a first total absorption area. 1. A device for treating obesity by limiting absorption of food through a wall of a duodenum of a patient , the device comprising a sleeve configured and dimensioned for insertion into the duodenum of the patient , the sleeve having a proximal portion , a distal portion and an intermediate portion between the distal and proximal portions , the sleeve including a plurality of first blocking areas and a plurality of first food absorption areas , the first blocking areas providing duodenum wall covers to prevent food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first blocking areas together defining a first total blocking area , the first food absorption areas providing access to the duodenum wall to enable food absorption through the duodenum wall and the first food absorption areas together defining a first total absorption area.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first blocking areas include a plurality of spiral sections and the first food absorption areas include a plurality of gaps between the spiral sections.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve has a retrieval structure at a proximal portion for retrieval of the sleeve.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve has a retrieval structure at a distal portion for retrieval of the sleeve.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve includes a spiral ...

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Номер записи: 72
24-05-2018 дата публикации

TRANSFORMABLE ORTHOPEDIC BRACE FOR INJURY PREVENTION

Номер: US20180140449A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

An orthopedic brace for preventing injury to a wearer including a body having a series of liquid filled regions, the body having a first more flexible state wherein the liquid filled regions contain a liquid material and a second more rigid state wherein the liquid within the regions is hardened to a second harder state, the body transformable from the first state to the second state upon receiving a force which exceeds a predetermined value. A chemical reaction or an isothermal process can cause the phase change. 1. An orthopedic brace for preventing injury to a wearer comprising a body having a series of liquid filled regions , the body having a first more flexible state wherein the liquid filled regions contain a liquid material and a second more rigid state wherein the liquid within the regions is hardened to a second harder state , the body transformable from the first state to the second state upon receiving a force which exceeds a predetermined value.220-. (canceled) This application claims the benefit of provisional application 61/940,406, filed Feb. 15, 2014, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.This application relates to an orthopedic brace for injury prevention and more particularly to an orthopedic brace that can be transformed from a softer to harder state to prevent injury.Braces for use to protect the knee, ankle or other parts of the body are known. These braces are typically composed of a rigid material designed to prevent injury to the knee or ankle upon impact by an external force. The braces are also designed to prevent injury caused by an internal force such as severe or sudden knee or ankle rotation. That is, since external or internal forces cause abnormal stress or strain on ligaments and/or joints, and can lead to tissue tear or rupture, or other damage, these prior braces are designed to provide a rigid support to limit such damage.Although known rigid braces can protect the knee or ankle, they severely inhibit ...

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Номер записи: 73
04-06-2015 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20150150548A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and a first spherical retainer positionable external of the vessel. The covering member has a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. 120-. (canceled)21. A device for closing an aperture in a wall of a vessel , the aperture extending through the wall of the vessel and communicating with an internal lumen of the vessel , the device comprising:a distal covering member positionable within the vessel against the aperture, the covering member having a dimension to prevent blood flow through the aperture;a first retainer positionable external of the vessel and proximal of the covering member the retainer retaining the covering member inside the vessel to prevent blood flow from the lumen of the vessel through the aperture; anda first connecting member having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first retainer is fixedly attached to the first connecting member at the first portion of the first connecting member, wherein applying a proximally directed force on the second portion of the first connecting member advances the first retainer distally toward the covering member.22. The device of claim 21 , further comprising a second retainer positionable external of the vessel and movable distally toward the covering member.23. The device of claim 21 , further comprising a second connecting member having a first portion and a second portion claim 21 , wherein the second retainer is fixedly attached to the second connecting member at the first portion of the second connecting member claim 21 , wherein applying a proximally directed force on the second portion of the second connecting member advances the second retainer distally toward the covering member.24. The device of claim 21 , wherein the covering member is composed of a resorbable material.25. The device of ...

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Номер записи: 74
10-06-2021 дата публикации

Computer-implemented systems and methods for secondary game creation and management

Номер: US20210174643A1
Автор: Brian Franklin Bell, James F. DORRIS, JR., Kenneth William Rohman, Iii, Peter A. Connelly, Peter Anderson, Ronald E. Nesbitt
Принадлежит: Poarch Band Of Creek Indians D/b/a Pci Gaming Authority

Computer-implemented systems and methods for secondary game creation and management include a plurality of gaming machines, and a scheduler configured to initiate a secondary game in response to a request from one or more players or a schedule defined by an administrator, the secondary game including one or more games executed on the plurality of gaming machines. A controller is also provided that is configured to validate each player to participate in the secondary game on respective ones of the plurality of gaming machines and enable secondary gameplay by the validated players on the plurality of gaming machines. Further, a data analyzer is provided that is configured to receive primary game player data and secondary game player data from the plurality of gaming machines and process the primary game player data and secondary game player data to determine at least one of a progression, position, or score of a player of a secondary game.

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Номер записи: 75
24-05-2018 дата публикации

USER CONSUMPTION OF THIRD-PARTY OFFER CONTENT THROUGH A SOCIAL NETWORKING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180144362A1
Автор: Barak Dan, Droullard Kenji, Geist, Jackson Dean, JR. James F., Ketchpaw John Stephen, Laplantif Florian Raphael David, Mehta Hiral
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure is directed toward systems and methods for providing third-party content to users of a social networking system. For example, the disclosed systems and methods receive content associated with an offer from a third party for presentation to a user, display the content associated with the offer in a graphical user interface including a feed of social networking content associated with the user, and detecting an interaction of the user with the displayed content associated with the offer. In response to the interaction of the user, the systems and methods navigate to a website associated with the third party and display a graphical element associated with the offer overlaying a portion of the website. 1. A method comprising:receiving at a client device, from a social networking system, content associated with an offer from a third party for presentation to a user;displaying, by a social networking application on the client device, the content associated with the offer in a graphical user interface including social networking content associated with the user;detecting, by the client device, an interaction of the user with the content associated with the offer;navigating, in response to the interaction of the user, to a website associated with the third party within an integrated web browser of the social networking application; anddisplaying, within the web browser of the social networking application, a graphical element associated with the offer overlaying a portion of the website associated with the third party, the graphical element comprising content related to the offer.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising maintaining the display of the graphical element associated with the offer while the user navigates multiple web pages of the website associated with the third party claim 1 , the graphical element overlaying a portion of each web page of the multiple web pages.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising maintaining the display ...

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Номер записи: 76
07-06-2018 дата публикации

DETECTING A SCAN USING ON-DEVICE SENSORS

Номер: US20180157884A1
Автор: Geist, Jackson Dean, JR. James F., Ketchpaw John Stephen, Penov Francislav P., Visentin Matteo
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure is directed towards systems and method for determining whether a scannable code displayed on a client device has been scanned. In particular, the systems and methods described herein involve activating one or more on-board sensors of the client device to capture output signals. Based on the output signals, the systems and methods include identifying discrete signals that indicate whether the scannable code has been scanned by a scanning device. Further, based on an analysis of the identified discrete signals, the systems and methods include determining whether the scannable code has been scanned by the scanning device. 1. A method comprising:detecting, by at least one processor on a mobile client device, a display of a scannable code by the mobile client device;activating one or more sensors of the mobile client device to capture a plurality of sensor outputs;analyzing the plurality of sensor outputs to identify one or more predefined discrete signals; anddetermining, based on the identified one or more predefined discrete signals, whether the scannable code has been scanned by a scanning device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving claim 1 , at the mobile client device claim 1 , the scannable code via a social networking application associated with a social networking system.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein receiving the scannable code comprises receiving an electronic coupon having the scannable code thereon.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising providing claim 2 , to the social networking system claim 2 , a notification of whether the scannable code has been scanned by the scanning device.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein activating one or more sensors of the mobile device comprises activating one or more of a location sensor claim 1 , a visual sensor claim 1 , an audio sensor claim 1 , and a motion sensor of the mobile client device.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining that the mobile ...

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Номер записи: 77
16-06-2016 дата публикации

Suicide Player Pool Fantasy Sports Games

Номер: US20160166940A1
Автор: Butz, Butz Eric L., JR. James F.
Принадлежит:

Methods, systems, articles, and the like related to fantasy sports games are described. In various aspects, a selection of a fantasy roster for a first game period can be received from a fantasy sports participant. The fantasy roster can include one or more selected real players selected by the fantasy sports participant from a pool of eligible real players who are eligible for use by the fantasy sports participant during the first game period. Statistics representative of performance of the selected real players during the first game period can be recorded and a total season score for the fantasy sports participant can be adjusted based on the recorded statistics. The pool of eligible real players for use by the fantasy sports participant during a second game period that follows the first period can be updated by deleting the selected real players from the pool. 1. A computer program product comprising a machine-readable medium storing instructions that , when executed by at least one programmable processor , cause the at least one programmable processor to perform operations comprising:receiving, at a server comprising at least one processor, a selection by a fantasy sports participant of a fantasy roster for a first game period, the fantasy roster comprising one or more selected real players selected by the fantasy sports participant from a pool of eligible real players who are eligible for use by the fantasy sports participant during the first game period;recording statistics representative of performance of the selected real players during the first game period;adjusting a total season score for the fantasy sports participant based on the recorded statistics; andupdating the pool of eligible real players for use by the fantasy sports participant during a second game period that follows the first period by deleting the selected real players from the pool.2. A computer program product as in claim 1 , wherein the operations further comprise initiating the pool of ...

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Номер записи: 78
14-06-2018 дата публикации

Esophageal sleeve

Номер: US20180161145A1
Автор: James F. McGuckin, Jr.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

A device for treating acid reflux comprising a sleeve configured and dimensioned for insertion into the esophagus of the patient, the sleeve having a proximal portion, a distal portion and an intermediate portion between the distal and proximal portions. The sleeve includes a an inner member applying a radial force on the sleeve for securement within the esophagus, and a skirt connected to the sleeve to block acid backup from the stomach while not inhibiting passage of food into the stomach.

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Номер записи: 79
23-06-2016 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY WITH COATING FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20160175002A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen having at least one cutting member and a tracking member. The at least one cutting member has a cutting surface and a separate material associated therewith. The cutting member and tracking member are connected at a distal portion and insertable into the body lumen as a unit, the cutting member configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting member and tracking member at least at a distal region and to apply the separate material to an interior of the lesion. 61. The device of claim , in combination with a catheter having a lumen and an expandable portion , wherein the cutting surface is configured to treat the lesion to enlarge the passageway in the body lumen when moved by the expandable portion of the catheter to widen the gap between the cutting members and tracking member.71. The device claim , wherein the cutting member has a first exposed portion of a first configuration and a second exposed portion of a second configuration , the second portion including a cutting surface and the first portion being atraumatic , wherein the separate material is placed on the second portion and not on the first portion.81. The device of claim , wherein the cutting member has a first height in a first portion and a second height in a second portion , wherein the second height is less than the first height.91. The device of any of claim , wherein the tracking member has a coil at a distal tip , and further comprising shrink wrap over a connection region of the tracking and cutting members.101. The device of any of claim , wherein the cutting member is a wire and the tracking member is a wire.111. The device of claim , wherein the separate material is a thrombolytic agent.121. The device of claim , wherein the separate material is an anti-coagulant.13. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge ...

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Номер записи: 80
18-09-2014 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE STACKABLE SHIPPING CONTAINER WITH SELF-CONTAINED ATTACHMENT MEMBERS

Номер: US20140263306A1
Автор: Brennan, JR. James F.
Принадлежит:

A container may be configured to be operable between a collapsed configuration and an erected configuration. The container may include a base that supports a first attachment member. The container may include a roof that supports a second attachment member. The first and second attachment members may be spaced apart from each other when the container is in the erected configuration. The first and second attachment members may be configured to allow the roof to be secured to the base when the container is in the collapsed configuration. A hinge assembly that may be used with the collapsible container may include a pivoting component, an attachment member that supports the pivoting component, and a securement member. The attachment member may cooperate with the securement member to secure the pivoting component in an upright orientation. 1. A container configured to be operable between a collapsed configuration and an erected configuration , the container comprising:a base that supports a first attachment member; anda roof that supports a second attachment member,wherein the first and second attachment members are spaced apart from each other when the container is in the erected configuration, andwherein the first and second attachment members are configured to allow the roof to be secured to the base when the container is in the collapsed configuration.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the first attachment member is integral with the base and the second attachment member is integral with the roof.3. The container of claim 1 , wherein the first and second attachment members are disposed at corresponding corners of the base and the roof claim 1 , respectively.4. The container of claim 1 , further comprising a securement member configured to engage with the first and second attachment members to secure the roof to the base.5. The container of claim 1 , wherein the first attachment member is configured to at least partially receive the second attachment member when ...

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Номер записи: 81
18-09-2014 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE STACKABLE SHIPPING CONTAINER WITH REUSABLE SEALS

Номер: US20140263379A1
Автор: Brennan, JR. James F.
Принадлежит: SEA BOX INC.

A reusable gasket may be configured for use between first and second collapsible containers of a shelter. The gasket may have a body configured to seal at least a portion of a seam defined between the first and second collapsible containers. The gasket may include at least one magnet embedded in the body. A reusable plug configured to be disposed into a cavity defined by a collapsible container may have a body configured to be compressibly secured in the cavity. The body of the plug may be made of compressible foam. 1. A reusable gasket configured for use between first and second collapsible containers of a shelter , the gasket comprising:a body configured to seal at least a portion of a seam defined between the first and second collapsible containers; andat least one magnet embedded in the body.2. The gasket of claim 1 , wherein the body is made of ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber.3. The gasket of claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises a plurality of magnets embedded in the body.4. The gasket of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of magnets are spaced apart from each other within the body.5. The gasket of claim 3 , wherein at least one of the plurality of magnets is a rare earth magnet.6. The gasket of claim 2 , wherein the body further comprises a plurality of magnets embedded in the body.7. The gasket of claim 6 , wherein the gasket is configured to be disposed between corresponding end wall posts of the first and second collapsible containers.8. The gasket of claim 6 , wherein the gasket is configured to be disposed between corresponding rails of the first and second collapsible containers.9. The gasket of claim 8 , wherein the corresponding rails are at least one of roof rails or base rails.10. A reusable plug configured to be disposed into a cavity defined by a collapsible container having a roof claim 8 , a base claim 8 , and opposed end walls claim 8 , the plug comprising:a body configured to be compressibly secured in the cavity, the body ...

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Номер записи: 82
30-06-2016 дата публикации

Atherectomy device

Номер: US20160183966A1
Автор: Colin Valentis, James F. McGuckin, Jr., Jenna Rose Israel, John D. Leedle
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel including an outer member and a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the outer member and fixed axially within the outer member. A tip is mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft and is positioned distally of the distal end of the outer member to create a gap between the proximal end of the rotatable tip and the distalmost edge of the outer member. The rotatable tip has a longitudinal axis mounted to the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the shaft, the shaft including a guidewire lumen for receiving a guidewire to enable over the wire insertion of the device.

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Номер записи: 83
30-06-2016 дата публикации

Artherectomy device

Номер: US20160183967A1
Автор: Aaron Larry Snyder, Colin Valentis, James F. McGuckin, Jr., Jenna Rose Israel, John D. Leedle
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel including an outer member and a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the outer member. The outer member is fixed axially. A rotatable tip is mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the shaft. The rotatable shaft includes a guidewire lumen for receiving a guidewire to enable over the wire insertion of the device.

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Номер записи: 84
06-07-2017 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20170189057A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A method of treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the lumen including inserting a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter, withdrawing the catheter from the cutting members and tracking member, inserting the catheter over the tracking member and leaving the cutting members outside the catheter, and expanding a portion of the catheter to move the cutting members into cutting contact with the lesion. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen including a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member is also provided. 16-. (canceled)7. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen , the device comprising a plurality of cutting members having a proximal portion and a distal portion and a tracking member having a proximal portion and a distal portion , the tracking member dimensioned to receive a catheter thereover , the cutting members and tracking member being connected at the distal portion and insertable into the vessel as a unit , the cutting members having a proximal portion extending outside the patient when positioned in the body lumen adjacent the lesion , the cutting members configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting members and tracking member at least at a distal region.8. The device of claim 7 , wherein the cutting members have a cutting surface on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein the second surface has a convex surface.10. The device of claim 7 , wherein the tracking member has a coil at a distal end claim 7 , and a shrink wrap is positioned over a connection region of the cutting member and tracking member.11. The device of claim 7 , wherein the tracking member includes a plurality of marker bands.12. The device of claim 7 , wherein the cutting surface is formed only in a distal ...

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Номер записи: 85
05-07-2018 дата публикации

ANALYZING AND CONVERTING UNSTRUCTURED NETWORKING SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS

Номер: US20180189827A1
Автор: Barak Dan, Geist, Jackson Dean, JR. James F., Ketchpaw John Stephen
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure is directed toward systems and methods for identifying offers in networking system post. For example, systems and methods described herein identify one or more offer indicators in a networking system post and calculate a confidence score representing a level of confidence that the unstructured networking system post includes a merchant offer. In response to calculating a confidence score above a threshold value, systems and methods described herein prompt the composer of the unstructured post to convert the post into a structured offer. Upon converting the unstructured post into a structured offer, systems and methods described herein intelligently distribute the structured offer for use by networking system users. 1. A method comprising:detecting, by one or more computing devices of a networking system, a composition of an unstructured networking system post;analyzing, by the one or more computing devices, the unstructured networking system post to generate a confidence score indicating a confidence that the unstructured networking system post includes an offer; andproviding, based on the generated confidence score, a prompt to convert the unstructured networking system post into a structured offer.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , further comprising:training a machine learning model for calculating confidence scores;wherein analyzing the unstructured social networking post to generate the confidence score comprises utilizing the trained machine learning model to generate the confidence score for the unstructured networking system post.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , further comprising determining whether the confidence score satisfies a predetermined threshold.4. The method as recited in claim 3 , further comprising selecting the predetermined threshold based on a history of a page administrator or a merchant associated with the unstructured networking system post.5. The method as recited in claim 4 , wherein selecting the ...

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Номер записи: 86
11-06-2020 дата публикации

BACTERIA AND ENZYMES PRODUCED THEREFROM AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20200181540A1
Автор: Ayangbile Gbenga, Grzemski Mary, JR. James F., Krueger Lucas, Spangler David, Tobey
Принадлежит:

A bacteria referred to here as 6A-1 is provided, compositions thereof and processes for use of the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and enzymes. The compositions which comprise the bacteria, spores, cells, extracts and/or enzymes are capable of degrading polysaccharides. Such compositions are capable of degrading cellulose, including plant-produced cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethyl cellulose. The bacteria produces at least two cellulose-degrading protein fractions. Cellulose degrading activity continues across pH2 to pH13. 1. A method of producing silage , the method comprising , [{'i': 'Bacillus subtilis', 'i) 6A-1 (6A-1), reference strain comprising said 6A-1 having been deposited at ATCC under deposit number PTA-125135, or cells of said 6A-1, or spores produced by said 6A-1, wherein said 6A-1 or cells or spores are filtered, dried, freeze dried or ground, or have added thereto at least one excipient, carrier or diluent; or'}, 'ii) at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme extracted from said 6A-1; or', 'iii) a combination thereof; and, 'a) contacting plant material with a composition comprising,'}b) producing silage.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said plant material is contacted with said composition comprising said 6A-1 or cells or spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof under anaerobic conditions.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said plant material is chopped or ground prior to contact with composition comprising said 6A-1 or cells or spores or at least one polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof4. The method of claim 1 , comprising contacting said plant material with said composition comprising 6A-1 or cells or spores or polysaccharide-degrading enzyme or combination thereof until fermentation is completed.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said 6A-1 is an asporogenous mutant of said 6A-1.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein said composition comprising said 6A-1 or said cells or ...

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Номер записи: 87
20-07-2017 дата публикации

Method of inserting a vein filter

Номер: US20170202655A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schaller David M.
Принадлежит: Argon Medical Devices, Inc.

A method of implanting a vessel filter by a femoral approach comprising the steps of providing a delivery sheath with a substantially straight distal tip and inserting a curved device into the sheath to move the sheath to a second configuration. In the second position, the distal tip of the sheath is curved at an angle to a longitudinal axis of the sheath. The method further comprises the step of rotating the sheath and pusher so a distal opening of the sheath has a more centered position within the vessel. 111-. (canceled)12. An implantation system for a vascular implant comprising:a sheath having a longitudinal axis, a lumen formed therein and a distal opening, the sheath having a normally substantially straight configuration;an implant positioned within the lumen of the sheath and configured for deployment through the distal opening in the sheath for implantation in a patient's body; anda pusher slidably positioned with respect to the sheath, the pusher having a curved distal portion, wherein positioning of the curved distal portion at a distal portion of the sheath moves the distal portion of the sheath from the substantially straight configuration to a curved position at an angle to a longitudinal axis of the sheath, and the pusher is movable within the sheath to both move the sheath to the curved position and to contact and advance the implant.13. The system of claim 12 , wherein the pusher comprises an extrusion with a metal wire positioned therein.14. The system of claim 12 , wherein the pusher includes a hub at the proximal end claim 12 , wherein rotation of the hub rotates the pusher.15. The system of claim 12 , wherein the implant is a vessel filter with vessel engaging hooks claim 12 , and the pusher includes a ferrule positioned to separate the hooks during delivery.16. The system of claim 12 , wherein the implant comprises a vessel filter claim 12 , the filter moving to an expanded configuration when deployed from the sheath.17. The system of claim 12 ...

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Номер записи: 88
02-10-2014 дата публикации

CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY WITH COATING FOR USE WITH A CATHETER

Номер: US20140296888A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, JR. James F., McGuckin, Schur Israel
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen having at least one cutting member and a tracking member. The at least one cutting member has a cutting surface and a separate material associated therewith. The cutting member and tracking member are connected at a distal portion and insertable into the body lumen as a unit, the cutting member configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting member and tracking member at least at a distal region and to apply the separate material to an interior of the lesion. 1. A device for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway in the body lumen , the device comprising at least one cutting member and a tracking member , the at least one cutting member having a proximal portion , a distal portion , a cutting surface and a separate material associated therewith , the tracking member having a proximal portion and distal portion , the cutting member and tracking member being connected at a distal portion and insertable into the body lumen as a unit , the cutting member configured for movement in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tracking member to widen a gap between the cutting member and tracking member at least at a distal region and to apply the separate material to an interior of the lesion.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the cutting surface is on a first surface opposite a second surface facing the tracking member.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the cutting surface is formed only in a distal region of the cutting member and the separate material is only associated with the distal region of the cutting member having the cutting surface.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the tracking member includes a plurality of marker bands.5. The device claim 1 , wherein the at least one cutting member includes a plurality of cutting members claim 1 , the plurality of cutting ...

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Номер записи: 89
28-07-2016 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20160213360A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and a first spherical retainer positionable external of the vessel. The covering member has a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture. 120-. (canceled)21. A vascular device for closing an aperture in a wall of a vessel , the vascular device comprising:an intravascular distal covering member positionable inside the vessel, the covering member having a length and a width, the covering member pivoting from a first position to a second placement position when outside a delivery device;an extravascular first retainer positionable external of the vessel, the first retainer positioned proximal of the covering member during delivery and placement proximal of the aperture; anda first flexible member extending between the distal covering member and the first retainer, wherein applying a proximally directed force on a portion of the first flexible member advances the first retainer distally toward the covering member.22. The device of claim 21 , further comprising a second retainer positionable proximal of the covering member and external of the vessel claim 21 , the second retainer movable distally toward the covering member.23. The device of claim 22 , further comprising a second flexible member extending between the distal covering member and the second retainer claim 22 , wherein applying a proximally directed force on a portion of the second flexible member advances the second retainer distally toward the covering member claim 22 , wherein the second retainer is advanceable independently of the first retainer and after the first retainer is advanced.24. The device of claim 21 , wherein the covering member claim 21 , first flexible member and first retainer are composed of a resorbable material.25. The device of claim 23 , wherein the covering member claim 23 , first ...

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Номер записи: 90
04-08-2016 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20160220237A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, DeFonzo Stephan A., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture and having a first opening. A first retainer is positionable external of the vessel. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and the first retainer, wherein the first opening of the covering member is configured to restrict movement of the connecting member. 120-. (canceled)21. A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:a distal covering member positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture, the covering member having a first opening, a second opening, a third opening and a fourth opening;a proximal first retainer positionable external of the vessel;a proximal second retainer positionable external of the vessel; anda first flexible connecting member operatively connecting the first retainer to the covering member and a second flexible connecting member operatively connecting the second retainer to the covering member, the first flexible connecting member advancing the first retainer toward the covering member, the first opening of the covering member restricting movement of the first flexible connecting member and the second opening of the covering member providing for freer movement of the first flexible connecting member, the second flexible connecting member advancing the second retainer toward the covering member, the third opening of the covering member restricting movement of the second flexible connecting member and the fourth opening of the covering member providing for freer movement of the second flexible connecting member.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the second ...

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Номер записи: 91
13-08-2015 дата публикации

ROTATIONAL THROMBECTOMY WIRE WITH BLOCKING DEVICE

Номер: US20150223830A1
Автор: Bressler James Erich, Hinchliffe Peter W.J., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A thrombectomy apparatus for breaking up thrombus or other obstructive material in a lumen of a vascular graft or vessel. The apparatus includes a wire having a first configuration and a second deployed configuration, the wire having a straighter configuration in the first configuration. The wire is operatively connected to a motor for rotation of the wire to contact and break up the thrombus or other obstructive material. A blocking device at a distal portion of the apparatus is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, and is configured in the expanded configuration to block thrombus dislodged by rotation of the wire. 122-. (canceled)23. An apparatus for insertion into a lumen of a vascular graft or vessel , the apparatus comprising wire , a motor operatively connected to the wire and actuable for rotation of the wire to dislodge particles , and a blocking device at a distal portion of the apparatus , the blocking device expandable from a reduced profile insertion position to an expanded position within the lumen to block dislodged particles from distal flow distal of the apparatus.24. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the wire is sinuous in configuration and assumes its sinuous configuration when in a deployed configuration and is insertable in a collapsed configuration.25. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the blocking device is non-rotatably connected to the wire such that the wire is rotatable independent of the blocking device.26. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the apparatus includes at least one inflatable balloon claim 23 , the at least one inflatable balloon positioned proximal of the blocking device.27. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the blocking device includes a basket having a proximal portion of the basket converging into a first tubular portion and a distal portion converging into a second tubular portion.28. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the blocking device includes a plurality of wires and a ...

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Номер записи: 92
11-07-2019 дата публикации

Atherectomy device

Номер: US20190209188A1
Автор: Aaron Larry Snyder, Colin Valentis, James F. McGuckin, Jr., Jenna Rose Israel, John D. Leedle
Принадлежит: Rex Medical LP

An atherectomy device for removing deposits such as plaque from an interior of a vessel including an outer member, an inner member and a rotatable shaft positioned for rotational movement within the inner member. The outer and inner members are fixed axially. A rotatable tip is mounted to the distal region of the rotatable shaft for rotation about its longitudinal axis upon rotation of the shaft to remove deposits from the vessel.

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Номер записи: 93
20-08-2015 дата публикации

HELMET WITH IMPACT TRACKING

Номер: US20150230534A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A helmet for tracking impact including at least one sensor, a processor in communication with the sensor and a storage file in communication with the processor, the at least one sensor measures a force applied to the helmet and sends a signal to the processor indicative of the measured force. The processor receives the signal indicative of the measured force and compares the measured force to a predetermined value, wherein if the measured force exceeds the predetermined value data is sent to the storage file to record the measured force. The helmet can include an alarm system and/or an injury tracking system. 1. A helmet for tracking impact comprising at least one sensor , a processor in communication with the sensor and a storage file in communication with the processor , the at least one sensor measuring a force applied to the helmet and sending a signal to the processor indicative of the measured force , the processor receiving the signal indicative of the measured force and comparing the measured force to a predetermined value , wherein if the measured force exceeds the predetermined value data is sent to the storage file to record the measured force.2. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein if the measured force does not exceed the predetermined value claim 1 , it is considered a non-event and data is not sent from the processor to the storage file.3. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein the data sent to the storage file includes one or more of a type of injury claim 1 , a location of injury and a time of injury.4. The helmet of claim 2 , wherein the measured force is a rotational force applied to a head of a wearer of the helmet and the data includes a force value of the measured force.5. The helmet of claim 2 , wherein the measured force is an impact force applied to a head of a wearer of the helmet and the data includes a force value of the measured force.6. The helmet of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of shock absorbers including at least one first shock ...

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Номер записи: 94
20-08-2015 дата публикации

HELMET WITH VARYING SHOCK ABSORPTION

Номер: US20150230535A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A helmet including a body, an outer shell having an inner surface and an outer surface and a plurality of shock absorbers, the shock absorbers being positioned internal of the outer shell. A first set of shock absorbers has a first shock absorption characteristic and a second set of shock absorbers has a second shock absorption characteristic, the second shock absorption characteristic being different than the first shock absorber. 1. A helmet comprising an outer shell having an inner surface and an outer surface and a plurality of shock absorbers , the shock absorbers being positioned internal of the outer shell , the plurality of shock absorbers including at least one first shock absorber having a first shock absorption characteristic and at least one second shock absorber having a second shock absorption characteristic , the second shock absorption characteristic being different than the first shock absorption characteristic.2. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein the at least one first shock absorber includes a first set of shock absorbers having the first shock absorption characteristic and the least one second shock absorber includes a second set of shock absorbers having the second shock absorption characteristic.3. The helmet of claim 2 , wherein the shock absorbers comprise air cells forming an air pocket.4. The helmet of claim 4 , wherein the air cells include a relief valve claim 4 , the relief valve releasing pressure when a pressure threshold is exceeded claim 4 , the relief valve of the first set of shock absorbers having a different pressure threshold than the relief valve of the second set of shock absorbers.5. The helmet of claim 2 , wherein the shock absorbers of the first set have a first height and the shock absorbers of the second set have a second height claim 2 , the first height being greater than the second height.6. The helmet of claim 1 , wherein the helmet includes an inner liner and the outer shell spins with respect to the inner liner of the ...

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Номер записи: 95
20-08-2015 дата публикации

TRANSFORMABLE ORTHOPEDIC BRACE FOR INJURY PREVENTION

Номер: US20150230961A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

An orthopedic brace for preventing injury to a wearer including a body having a series of liquid filled regions, the body having a first more flexible state wherein the liquid filled regions contain a liquid material and a second more rigid state wherein the liquid within the regions is hardened to a second harder state, the body transformable from the first state to the second state upon receiving a force which exceeds a predetermined value. A chemical reaction or an isothermal process can cause the phase change. 1. An orthopedic brace for preventing injury to a wearer comprising a body having a series of liquid filled regions , the body having a first more flexible state wherein the liquid filled regions contain a liquid material and a second more rigid state wherein the liquid within the regions is hardened to a second harder state , the body transformable from the first state to the second state upon receiving a force which exceeds a predetermined value.2. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the force is an external force applied to the body.3. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the force is an internal force applied to the body.4. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the liquid filled regions are enclosed compartments arranged in a substantially vertical orientation5. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the liquid filled regions are enclosed compartments arranged in a substantially horizontal orientation.6. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the wherein the liquid filled regions are enclosed compartments arranged in a diagonal orientation.7. The brace of claim 1 , further comprising at least one sensor positioned in the body to detect the force applied to the body.8. The brace of claim 7 , wherein the sensor measures the applied force and sends a signal to activate the liquid if the force exceeds the predetermined value9. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the liquid is transformed to a more rigid state by a chemical reaction effected by mixing with a second liquid.10. The brace of claim ...

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Номер записи: 96
11-08-2016 дата публикации

VASCULAR HOLE CLOSURE DEVICE

Номер: US20160228111A1
Автор: Anidharan Thanu, DeFonza Stephan A., JR. James F., Leedle John D., McGuckin, Tarmin James S.
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A device for closing an aperture in a vessel wall comprising a covering member having a longitudinal axis and positionable inside the vessel against the internal opening of the aperture and having a dimension to prevent egress of fluid through the aperture and having a first opening. A first retainer is positionable external of the vessel. A flexible connecting member operatively connects the covering member and the first retainer, wherein the first opening of the covering member is configured to restrict movement of the connecting member. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for closing an aperture in a vessel wall , the aperture having an external opening in an external region of the vessel wall and an internal opening in an internal region of the vessel wall , the device comprising:providing a delivery device containing therein a distal covering member, a first retainer and a first flexible connecting member connecting the first retainer to the covering member;inserting the delivery device so a distal opening of the delivery device is within a lumen of the vessel;exposing the covering member from the delivery device for placement within the lumen of the vessel;retracting the covering member for placement against the internal opening of the aperture in the vessel wall to block flow through the aperture; andapplying a proximal force to the first flexible connecting member to advance the first retainer toward the covering member, wherein upon cessation of the proximal force the first flexible connecting member is automatically retained by the covering member to retain the first retainer in position, the first retainer remaining outside the vessel lumen during movement of the first flexible connecting member.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein upon cessation of the proximal force the first flexible connecting member is automatically retained by frictional engagement of the flexible connecting member within a first opening in the covering member.23. The method of claim 22 , ...

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Номер записи: 97
20-08-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING FLUID TO TREAT RENAL HYPERTENSION

Номер: US20150231372A1
Автор: JR. James F., McGuckin
Принадлежит: Rex Medical, L.P.

A surgical apparatus for delivering fluid to treat renal hypertension including an elongated member having a distal tip and a plurality of openings formed in a sidewall proximal of the distal tip. A plurality of fluid delivery members are movably positioned in the elongated member, each of the fluid delivery members having a lumen and at least one opening communicating with the lumen for delivering fluid extravascularly. An actuator is operatively associated with the fluid delivery members, the actuator actuable to a first position to move the fluid delivery members from a retracted position within the elongated member to a deployed position extending radially with respect to the elongated member. A balloon is expandable radially from the elongated member to seal the renal artery during application of fluid through the fluid delivery members. 1. A surgical apparatus for delivering fluid to treat renal hypertension comprising:an elongated member having a distal tip and a plurality of openings formed in a sidewall proximal of the distal tip;a plurality of fluid delivery members movably positioned in the elongated member, each of the fluid delivery members having a lumen and at least one opening communicating with the lumen for delivering fluid extravascularly;an actuator operatively associated with the fluid delivery members, the actuator actuable to a first position to move the fluid delivery members from a retracted position within the elongated member to a deployed position extending through the openings in the sidewall and radially with respect to the elongated member; anda balloon expandable radially with respect to the elongated member to seal a renal artery during application of fluid through the fluid delivery members.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fluid delivery members are retained in the catheter in a substantially straight position.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fluid delivery members has a sharp tip ...

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Номер записи: 98
20-08-2015 дата публикации

HANDGUN TARGET, TARGET SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IMPROVING SHOOTING SKILLS

Номер: US20150233683A1
Автор: JR. James F., PHIPPS
Принадлежит:

A handgun target, system and method for increasing accuracy of a shooter. The handgun target includes at least one component with linear edges which is proportional to a front sight of the handgun. The linear edges converge creating precise points of reference which are configured to improve the accuracy of the shooter. The linear edges provide a linear relationship to the sight of the handgun. Wherein shots fired into the at least one component will not be visible to the shooter until the target is retrieved and shots fired which do not hit the at least one component will be visible to the shooter as the target sheet remains in position, thereby providing instantaneous visible feedback to the shooter with to allow for proper adjustment to facilitate the shooter to keep the shooter's gun, hand and trigger pull steady. 1. A system of targets for increasing accuracy of a shooter of a handgun , the system comprising: at least one component with linear edges which is proportional to a sight of the handgun, the linear edges converge creating precise points of reference which are configured to improve the accuracy of the shooter, the linear edges provide a linear relationship to the sight of the handgun,', "wherein shots fired into the at least one component will not be visible to the shooter until the target is retrieved and shots fired which do not hit the at least one component will be visible to the shooter as the target sheet remains in position, thereby providing instantaneous visible feedback to the shooter with to allow for proper adjustment to facilitate the shooter to keep the shooter's gun, hand and trigger pull steady."], "a progressive series of target sheets to improve a shooter's sight, trigger pull and muzzle direction, each target sheet of the progressive series of targets comprising;"}2. The system of targets as recited in claim 1 , wherein the target sheet has a contrasting background provided outside of the at least one component claim 1 , the ...

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Номер записи: 99
09-08-2018 дата публикации

PROCESSABLE POLYMERS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THEROF

Номер: US20180223035A1
Автор: BULLOCH RAYFORD H., JR. James F., OSTERHOLM ANNA M., PONDER, REYNOLDS JOHN ROBERT
Принадлежит:

Conjugated copolymers are provided that can be processed in a variety of solvents and can be rendered solvent-resistant when needed. The copolymers can be solution cast from nonpolar, polar, and aqueous solvents. After casting a polymer layer, the polymer can be rendered solvent resistant, thereby providing for improved stability and multi-layer processing and in electrochromic devices where the polymer layer is in contact with a nonpolar or polar solvent or electrolyte. Methods of making the copolymers are also provided, as well as methods of solution casting the polymers from a variety of nonpolar organic, polar, and aqueous solvents. Electrochromic devices are demonstrated having electrode(s) containing these polymers, including a variety of supercapacitor devices capable of using organic, biological, and aqueous electrolytes. Some of these electrodes demonstrate superfast switching and large power densities, showing promise for applications in supercapacitor batteries. 1. An electrode comprising a conducting substrate and a layer of a conjugated copolymer ,wherein the conjugated copolymer comprises a plurality of a first monomer subunit having one or more acid side chains and a plurality of a second monomer subunit that does not have the acid side chains,wherein the number of first monomer subunits in the conjugated copolymer is at least the minimum number of first monomer subunits such that the conjugated copolymer is solvent resistant.23-. (canceled)5. The electrode of claim 4 , wherein each occurrence of Ris independently selected from the group consisting of substituted and unsubstituted C6-Caromatic carboxylic acids and substituted and unsubstituted C6-Caromatic phosphonic acids.7. The electrode of claim 1 , wherein the conducting substrate is selected from the group consisting of a conducting plastic substrate claim 1 , conducting paper substrate claim 1 , a conducting textile substrate claim 1 , conducting cellulose substrate claim 1 , a carbon nanotube ...

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Номер записи: 100