51st week of 2013 patent applcation highlights part 57 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20130338701 | VASOOCCLUSIVE COIL WITH ENHANCED THERAPEUTIC STRAND STRUCTURE - A vasoocclusive coil is reinforced with a stretch resistant member to improve safety during retraction of the coil. The stretch resistant member is fixedly attached at one end to the vasoocclusive coil, and the other end of the stretch resistant member is detachably mounted to an elongated pusher member to allow for placement and release of the vasoocclusive coil within the patient's vasculature. The stretch resistant member may be formed from a therapeutic and/or bioactive non-metallic material to enhance the therapeutic properties of the vasoocclusive coil. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338702 | VASOOCCLUSIVE COIL WITH BIPLEX WINDINGS TO IMPROVE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES - The vasoocclusive device for use in interventional therapy and vascular surgery adapted to be inserted into a portion of a vasculature, includes a vasoocclusive coil disposed about an inner reinforcement coil wherein said vasoocclusive coil is helically wound and the inner reinforcement coil forms a reverse helical winding opposite the vasoocclusive coil winding, thereby forming a biplex wound coil. The vasoocclusive device biplex winding provides improved mechanical properties to the device. An inner reinforcement stretch resistant member attached within the biplex windings limits coil stretchability. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338703 | MEDICAL FILTERING DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - A filter device for trapping embolic debris comprises a bag which is deployed by everting it from an end of a delivery catheter. After release from the catheter, with the assistance of a pusher member, the open end of the bag self-expands against the walls of a body lumen. In one method of removal after use, the device is withdrawn into catheter by pulling on a wire attached to the closed end of the bag. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338704 | CARDIAC ACCESS METHODS AND APPARATUS - A chamber or vasculature of a heart may be accessed via the pericardial space of the heart. Initially, the pericardial space may be accessed via a transmyocardial approach or a subxiphoid approach. A lead or other implantable apparatus may thus be routed into the pericardial space, through myocardial tissue and into the chamber or vasculature. The lead or other apparatus may be used to sense activity in or provide therapy to the heart. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338705 | HEMOSTATIC DEVICE AND ITS METHODS OF USE - A hemostatic device includes an injection tube having at least one distal tube opening configured to discharge a first fluid to facilitate sealing the puncture. A guide is adjacent a distal end of the injection tube. The guide includes a cone-shaped portion having an apex oriented towards a distal end of the hemostatic device. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338706 | Systems for Sealing a Tissue Wall Puncture - Embodiments of the invention provide systems, apparatus, device and methods for sealing a puncture in a tissue wall. According to one aspect, the system includes at least one supporting element for insertion into or placement on at least a portion of a tissue wall proximate a puncture to prevent expansion of the puncture; and a closing element adapted for at least partial insertion into the tissue wall and shaped to compress at least a portion of a tissue wall in an inward direction to close the tissue puncture when inserted at least partially into the tissue wall. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338707 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SEALING PERCUTANEOUS PUNCTURES - A device for sealing a puncture in a patient includes a sealing component including an elongate control member configured to pass through a puncture in skin of a patient. The sealing component also includes an expandable member disposed near a distal end of the control member, and a tip releasably attached to the elongate control member distal to the expandable member. The device also includes a sealing material delivery component including a delivery tube through which the control member of the sealing component is configured to extend. The delivery tube is configured to deliver sealing material through an opening in a distal end of the delivery tube. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338708 | BLOOD VESSEL CLOSURE CLIP AND DELIVERY DEVICE - A clip for closing a puncture in a body lumen comprises a clip having a resiliently expandable circumference and a plurality of barbed prongs extending at least approximately in the same direction from one edge of the clip. A device for deploying such a clip is described. A method for deploying such a clip is also described. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338709 | Needle Unit - A needle unit includes an outer cannula and an inner wire passing through a passageway thereof. The outer cannula is straight or curved, and the outer cannula has a piercing end and an open end connected to the passageway. The piercing end has a dull tip. An opening is disposed around the dull tip of the piercing end or at the top of the cannula. The inner wire has a threading part at an end thereof near an opening of the outer cannula, it allows the suture thread passing through the threading part and it is movable inwardly or outwardly via the opening. Therefore, the needle unit can be advantageous to tie the desired vessels or parenchyma of a liver in hepatic resection with less restriction. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338710 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ATTACHING SOFT TISSUE TO BONE - Disclosed herein are methods and devices for securing soft tissue to a rigid material such as bone. A bone anchor is described that comprises an anchor body with expandable tines and a spreader that expands the tines into bone. Also disclosed is a bone anchor that comprises a base and a top such that suture material may be attached to apertures in the anchor top or else compressed between surfaces on the base and top to secure the suture to the anchor. Also described is an inserter that can be used to insert the bone anchor into bone and move the spreader relative to the anchor body attach suture material. Also described is an inserter that can be used to insert the bone anchor into bone and move the anchor top relative to the anchor body or anchor base to attach to or clamp suture material there between. Methods are described that allow use of single bone anchor to secure tissue to bone or also to use more than one bone anchor to provide multiple lengths of suture material to compress a large area of soft tissue against bone. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338711 | FROZEN PACIFIER AND TEETHER - A pacifier system includes a pacifier having a face shield, a teething member, and a handle. The face shield includes first and second sides. The first side has a concave surface. The teething member extends from the concave surface on the first side of the face shield. The handle extends from the second side of the face shield. The pacifier system also includes a frozen member mold having a cavity that is sized to hold a volume of frozen fluid and receives the teething member held within the frozen fluid. The teething member is configured to maintain connection with the frozen fluid. The pacifier is removable from the frozen member mold with the frozen fluid attached to the teething member. The frozen fluid is insertable into a child's mouth to pacify the child and the teething member is configured to be chewed after the frozen fluid is removed. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338712 | DEVICE FOR CORRECTING SCOLIOSIS AND CONTROLLING VERTEBRAL ARTHRODESIS - The present invention provides a scoliosis correction device comprising a pair of distraction rods ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338713 | SPINAL CORRECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal correction apparatus comprises a body. A ratchet is disposed with the body. A longitudinal element is connected to the ratchet. A force is applied to at least a portion of the apparatus that causes dynamic incremental movement of the longitudinal element relative to the body in at least one direction. Methods of use are disclosed. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338714 | MAGNETIC IMPLANTS WITH IMPROVED ANATOMICAL COMPATIBILITY - A distraction system includes a first distraction device having a first adjustable portion and a first distraction rod configured to telescope within the first adjustable portion, the first adjustable portion having contained therein a first rotatable magnetic assembly mechanically coupled to a first screw configured to axially telescope the first distraction rod. A second distraction device is provided and includes a second adjustable portion and a second distraction rod configured to telescope within the second adjustable portion, the second adjustable portion having contained therein a second rotatable magnetic assembly mechanically coupled to a second screw configured to axially telescope the second distraction rod. An adjustable joint connects one end of the first adjustable portion to one end of the second adjustable portion. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338715 | BONE SCREW FIXATION - Various methods and devices are provided for bone screw fixation. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and devices provide a bone fixation device that includes a receiving head having a recess adapted to seat a spinal rod therein and a shank extending distally from the receiving head. An anti-rotation mechanism can be located distal of a distal end of the receiving head and around a proximal portion of the shank, and it can be configured to interact with bone to prevent rotation of at least a portion of the bone fixation device relative to the bone. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338716 | POLYAXIAL BONE ANCHORING DEVICE - A polyaxial bone anchoring device is provided comprising a bone anchoring element ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338717 | MONOAXIAL AND POLYAXIAL PEDICLE SCREWS AND RELATED METHODS - Methods for installing bone anchors, such as pedicle screws or other surgical screws. In some implementations, the surgical screw may be coupled with a connection member, such as a tulip assembly, configured to couple the surgical screw with a stabilization member, such as a spinal fixation rod. The connection member may be initially coupled with the surgical screw in a polyaxial configuration, after which the connection member may be secured to the surgical screw in a monoaxial configuration. The stabilization member may then be coupled and secured with the connection member such that the stabilization member cannot move relative to the connection member. In some implementations, the stabilization member may be locked or secured to the connection member after the connection member has been secured to the surgical screw in a monoaxial configuration. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338718 | Method and Apparatus for Minimally Invasive Subcutaneous Treatment of Long Bone Fractures - The instant invention is a novel method and construct for temporary or definitive minimally invasive treatment of broken long bones such as a femur or humerus. The method includes the steps of tunneling an elongated plate subcutaneously in the subcutaneous fat layer parallel to the fractured long bone; and attaching the ends of the elongated plate to the fractured long bone. The elongated plate remains disposed in the subcutaneous fat layer and away from, but parallel to the long bone once attached to the long bone. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338719 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LONGITUDINAL CLOSURE OF DISSECTED STERNUMS - Systems, devices, and methods for longitudinal closure of a dissected sternum are provided. The system includes first and second reinforcing members, fasteners, and closure members. Each reinforcing member is configured to be placed on an outer surface of a respective sternum portion, such that each reinforcing member is longitudinally disposed on an opposite side of a sternum opening with respect to the other reinforcing member. Fasteners may be placed in holes defined in the reinforcing members to secure a respective reinforcing member to a corresponding sternum portion. The closure members, which may be sternal closing wires, may then be wrapped around the sternum portions and the reinforcing members transversely to close the sternum opening. Because the reinforcing members include extended regions having lateral edges that extend away from a midline of the respective reinforcing member, the closure members are moved away from the edges of the bone. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338720 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF SPINAL IMPLANT AND FUSION - An apparatus and method of performing a minimally invasive posterior spine fusion. More specifically an apparatus with a handle and a forked head on the distal end of the handle is used to grasp implant material and introduce the material to an implant site. The shaft of the apparatus is shaped so as to allow the affixation of a drill guide and drill while simultaneously holding the implant material in the implant site. After removal of the boring tools and assembly of the fusing element, the apparatus can be selectively removed from the implant site. A method of achieving facet joint fusion with near simultaneous fixation is also disclosed. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338721 | RECEIVING PART FOR RECEIVING A ROD FOR COUPLING THE ROD TO A BONE ANCHORING ELEMENT AND A BONE ANCHORING DEVICE WITH SUCH A RECEIVING PART - A receiving part for receiving a rod for coupling the rod to a bone anchoring element includes a receiving part body with a top end, a bottom end, a central axis, a channel for receiving a rod, and an accommodation space for accommodating a head of a bone anchoring element, the accommodation space having an opening at the bottom end for introduction of the head, and a single piece pressure element having a top end, a bottom end, and a flexible portion to clamp the head, wherein the flexible portion has a first slit extending partially around the central axis when the pressure element is in the receiving part body, and a second slit extending from the bottom end of the pressure element to the first slit. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338722 | COMPRESSION BONE SCREW - A compression bone screw ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338723 | CANNULA WITH LATERAL ACCESS AND DIRECTIONAL EXIT PORT - The present invention generally provides a cannula system that is readily maneuverable in an operating room setting, can be used to expose different instrumentalities to a target site, and has directional capabilities to allow the user to treat multiple quadrants or areas of a target site. The present invention provides cannula systems including these different instrumentalities as well as methods of operating these cannula systems and methods of treating orthopedic conditions using these cannula systems. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338724 | PULSE DETECTION APPARATUS, SOFTWARE, AND METHODS USING PATIENT PHYSIOLOGICAL SIGNALS - A cardiac pulse in a patient is determined by evaluating physiological signals in the patient. A medical device evaluates two or more different physiological signals, such as phonocardiogram (PCG) signals, electrocardiogram (ECG) signals, patient impedance signals, piezoelectric signals, and accelerometer signals for features indicative of the presence of a cardiac pulse. Using these features, the medical device determines whether a cardiac pulse is present in the patient. The medical device may also be configured to report whether the patient is in a VF, VT, asystole, or PEA condition, in addition to being in a pulseless condition, and prompt different therapies, such as chest compressions, rescue breathing, defibrillation, and PEA-specific electrotherapy, depending on the analysis of the physiological signals. Auto-capture of a cardiac pulse using pacing stimuli is further provided. The medical devices, or any portion thereof, can be worn by the patient or may be attached to the patient. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338725 | CARDIAC RESPONSE CLASSIFICATION USING MULTISITE SENSING AND PACING - Methods and devices for classifying a cardiac pacing response involve using a first electrode combination for pacing and a second electrode combination for sensing a cardiac signal following pacing. The cardiac response to pacing may be classified using the sensed cardiac signal. One process involves using the sensed cardiac signal to detect the cardiac response as a fusion/pseudofusion beat. Another process involves using the sensed cardiac signal to classify the cardiac response to pacing as one of at least three cardiac response types. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338726 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NEUROMODULATION USING COMPOSITE PATTERNS OF STIMULATION OR WAVEFORMS - A neurostimulation system can include a memory, a playback system, a stimulation electrode, and a controller. The memory can store data for first and second input waveforms. The playback system can provides first and second output waveforms, based on the first and second input waveforms in the memory, respectively, to form composite patterns of stimulation or waveforms. The first output waveform can be different than the second output waveform. The second output waveform can be periodically superimposed on the first output waveform. The controller can be in communication with the stimulation electrode. The controller can be configured to control application of the composite pattern of stimulation or waveform to a target site in a body of a subject suffering from a medical condition. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338727 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO REDUCE SYNCOPE RISK DURING NEURAL STIMULATION THERAPY - Some embodiments, by way of example, provide a system, comprising a posture change detector configured to detect a posture transition indicative of an increased risk of syncope, and a neural stimulator configured to deliver a neural stimulation therapy. The neural stimulator may include a syncope avoidance module configured to respond to a detected posture transition by temporarily overriding the neural stimulation therapy to ameliorate the risk of increased syncope. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338728 | CLOSED-LOOP NEURAL STIMULATION - A system and method for conducting closed loop deep brain stimulation on an individual, and more specifically, for receiving local field potential neural signals, encoding and filtering the signals into the logarithmic domain, processing the signals, and determining optimal stimulation parameters for deep brain stimulation based on the processed neural signals. The system and method may also include an RF-DC converter such that the system may be powered in whole or in part based on radio frequency signals. The system and method may also include an RF transceiver such that the system may transmit data wirelessly to an external receiver, or may receive stimulation parameters wirelessly from an external transceiver. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338729 | SELF-CONTAINED ADHESIVE PATCH FOR ELECTRICAL STIMULATION FOR PAIN RELIEF AND MUSCLE FATIGUE - An electrical stimulation device has a flexible base, an adhesive applied to a bottom side of the base and an electrical stimulation device connected to the base. The electrical stimulation device comprises a power source, an electrical stimulator connected to the power source, and a controller for turning the power source on and off. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338730 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR ANCHORING ELECTRODE LEADS ADJACENT TO NERVOUS TISSUE - Apparatus for neuromuscular electrical stimulation and methods for anchoring the same are provided. The apparatus may include an elongated member having one or more electrodes disposed at the distal region of the elongated member and at least one fixation element disposed at the distal region of the elongated member. The fixation element may be shaped and sized to be deployed between tissue layers, such as muscle layers, without damaging the tissue layers so as to secure the one or more electrodes in or adjacent to a desired anatomical site within a patient. An additional fixation element may be disposed at the distal region of the elongated member so that tissue, such as a muscle, may be sandwiched between the fixation elements without damaging the tissue. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338731 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NEURAL STIMULATION VIA OPTICALLY ACTIVATED FLOATING MICRODEVICES - Stimulation of the central nervous system can be useful for treating neurological disorders. Wireless neurostimulating devices have the benefit that they can float in tissue and do not experience the sheering caused by tethering tension that connecting wires impose on the stimulators. An optically powered, logic controlled, CMOS microdevice that can decode telemetry data from an optical packet is a way of implementing wireless, addressable, microstimulators. Through the use of an optical packet, different devices can be addressed for stimulation, allowing spatially selective activation of neural tissue. The present invention, involves such a neural stimulation device, specifically an optically powered CMOS circuit that decodes telemetry data and determines whether it has been addressed. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338732 | DYNAMIC COMPLIANCE VOLTAGE FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT STIMULATION - An apparatus and method are disclosed for providing efficient stimulation. As an example, a switched mode power supply can be configured to generate a dynamic compliance voltage based on a stimulus waveform that can be non-rectangular. An output stimulation signal can be supplied to one or more outputs based on the compliance voltage. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338733 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING STIMULATION PULSES DURING THE PROGRAMMING OF AN IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR - In one embodiment, a method for the controlling of the stimulation pulses being delivered via electrodes to a patient during the programming of a pulse generator using a controller device and selecting of a minimum amplitude that corresponds to the minimum amplitude for which the patient can detect stimulation; selecting an electrode combination defined in the controller device; setting the stimulation amplitude; making a determination of the amplitude for the stimulation pulses is greater than the perception amplitude, and if so, changing the amplitude of the stimulation pulses to be less than or equal to the perception amplitude; and if not or subsequent to the changing of the amplitude, changing the selected one of a plurality of electrode combinations to a different combination. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338734 | SYSTEM FOR ELECTRICAL STIMULATION OF NERVES - A system for treatment of gait disorders includes an external device in the form of a pulse generator ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338735 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF HEART FAILURE AND ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS - Devices and methods of use for identification, treatment and/or management of heart failure and/or associated conditions. An exemplary device may include a first sensor configured to monitor a parameter indicative of a fluid level in a pulmonary circulation of a patient, a second sensor configured to monitor a parameter indicative of a fluid level in a non-pulmonary circulation of a patient, and a control system coupled to the first sensor and second sensor. The control system is configured to provide a baroreflex therapy to the patient based at least in part on the parameter indicative of a fluid level in a pulmonary circulation and the parameter indicative of a fluid level in a non-pulmonary circulation. The baroreflex therapy adjusts at least one of the fluid level in the pulmonary circulation and the fluid level in the non-pulmonary circulation. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338736 | Antimicrobial Layer For Optical Output Window - Light-source treatment devices such as dermatological or cosmetic devices include a skin contacting surface layer that is antimicrobial. The antimicrobial skin contacting surface layer enhances the cleanliness of the device and helps reduce infection and contamination risks associated with use of the devices, particularly where the treatment of multiple individuals occurs. The antimicrobial layer may be titanium dioxide. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338737 | LIGHT THERAPY DEVICE - A light treatment device including an outer housing, a light emitting assembly in the housing and operable to emit light through an opening in the housing, the light emitting assembly including a plurality of LEDs capable of generating light of less than 2,500 lux at 12 inches. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338738 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR COGNITIVE ENHANCEMENT OF A USER - The present invention relates to a device ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338739 | Optical Method And Device For Modulation Of Biochemical Processes In Adipose Tissue - Optical methods and devices are provided for the reduction of the lipid content of adipocytes without significant heat or intolerable adverse effect on the cells and their surrounding tissues. The optical method and device can be used to irradiate adipose tissue through the skin with non-thermal and non-destructive effects by application of near infrared (NIR) irradiation at selected wave bands in selected ranges to affect modulation of innate enzymatic processes involved in lipolysis, lipogenesis, leptin secretion, adiponectin secretion, and/or glucose absorption. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338740 | TREATMENT SYSTEM AND ACTUATION METHOD FOR TREATMENT SYSTEM - A treatment system includes a power source for heat generation which outputs power for heat generation, a grasping member having a heating element which applies the power for heat generation as thermal energy to a grasped living tissue, a storage section storing a power decrease pattern which is a prediction about a change state of the power for heat generation, and a control section which performs pattern control on the power source for heat generation on the basis of the power decrease pattern acquired from the storage section. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338741 | GASTRODUODENAL BALLOON TUBES AND METHODS FOR USE IN LOCALIZED HYPOTHERMIA - Materials and methods for producing localized hypothermia in a patient (e.g., for treatment of acute pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer). | 2013-12-19 |
20130338742 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THERMAL THERAPY TREATMENT TO MALE GENITALIA - An apparatus for thermal therapy treatment of male genitalia includes a contoured cup for receiving the male genitalia in a close, confronting, confining relationship therein, and an adjustable body harness connected to the cup for holding and maintaining the cup in a treatment position in which pressure is exerted against the genitalia. The cup has a contoured inner shell for receiving the genitalia, a contoured outer shell permanently and irremovably sealed to the inner shell, and a thermal medium permanently sealed in an internal chamber between the shells. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338743 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF STIMULATION OF NERVE TISSUE WITH A SEQUENCE OF SPATIALLY DISTRIBUTED RESONANT SUB-THRESHOLD ELECTRICAL STIMULI - The present invention provides a method of stimulating an excitable tissue (e.g., in vitro, in vivo) with a primary electrical stimulus through a primary electrode at a primary stimulation frequency, to produce a propagating action potential in the excitable tissue. The invention is carried out by concurrently stimulating the excitable tissue with a secondary electrical stimulus through at least one secondary electrode at a secondary stimulation frequency. The primary and secondary stimulation frequencies are preferably different from one another. The secondary electrical stimulus preferably has an amplitude not more than one third that of the primary electrical stimulus. Preferably, propagation of the action potential in the excitable tissue is enhanced (e.g., when propagation of action potentials in the tissue is otherwise unstable, partially blocked, or fully blocked). Apparatus for carrying out the method is also described. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338744 | GRAPHENE ELECTRODES ON A PLANAR CUBIC SILICON CARBIDE (3C-SIC) LONG TERM IMPLANTABLE NEURONAL PROSTHETIC DEVICE - Graphene, can be used to make an implantable neuronal prosthetic which can be indefinitely implanted in vivo. Graphene electrodes are placed on a 3C—SiC shank and electrical insulation is provided by conformal insulating SiC. These materials are not only chemically resilient, physically durable, and have excellent electrical properties, but have demonstrated a very high degree of biocompatibility. Graphene also has a large specific capacitance in electrolytic solutions as well as a large surface area which reduces the chances for irreversible Faradaic reactions. Graphene can easily be constructed on SiC by the evaporation of Si from the surface of that material allowing for mechanically robust epitaxial graphene layers that can be fashioned into electrodes using standard lithography and etching methods. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338745 | NANO MULTIPOLE RINGS FOR MEDICAL MICROLEADS - One embodiment of the invention relates to a multipolar lead for implantation in a venous, arterial, or lymphatic network, and for use with an electric stimulation or detection device. The invention includes at least two microcables, each having a central conductor for connection to the electric stimulation or detection device. The invention further includes a first ring having at least two lumens, each sized to receive a microcable of the at least two microcables, wherein one of the at least two lumens is a connection lumen which receives a first microcable of the at least two microcables. The ring further includes a connection element movable into the connection lumen to pierce a sheath of the first microcable and to press into the central conductor of the first microcable received by the connection lumen, electrically connecting at least a portion of the first ring to the central conductor. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338746 | 3D MICROELECTRODE DEVICE FOR LIVE TISSUE APPLICATIONS - A 3D microelectrode device includes a flexible substrate containing poly-dimethyl siloxane (PDMS). The device may be fabricated in a miniature form factor suitable for attachment to a small organ such as a lateral gastrocnemius muscle of a live rat. In addition to providing a miniaturized, conformable attachment, the device provides an anchoring action via one or more microelectrodes, each having an insertable tip particularly shaped to provide the anchoring action. Furthermore, a base portion of each of the microelectrodes is embedded inside conductive poly-dimethyl siloxane (cPDMS). The cPDMS is contained in a pad that is coupled to a conductive track embedded in the flexible substrate. Embedding of the base portion inside the cPDMS material not only allows the microelectrode to bend in various directions, but also provides good electrical conductivity while eliminating the need for attachment processes using solder or epoxy adhesives. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338747 | MULTILAYER HELICAL WAVE FILTER FOR MEDICAL THERAPEUTIC OR DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATIONS - A multilayer helical wave filter having a primary resonance at a selected RF diagnostic or therapeutic frequency or frequency range, includes an elongated conductor forming at least a portion of an implantable medical lead. The elongated conductor includes a first helically wound segment having at least one planar surface, a first end and a second end, which forms a first inductive component, and a second helically wound segment having at least one planar surface, a first end and a second end, which forms a second inductive element. The first and second helically wound segments are wound in the same longitudinal direction and share a common longitudinal axis. Planar surfaces of the helically wound segments face one another, and a dielectric material is disposed between the facing planar surfaces of the helically wound segments and between adjacent coils of the helically wound segments, thereby forming a capacitance. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338748 | ENHANCING PERFUSION BY CONTRACTION - Apparatus and methods are described including a mechanical support element that is placed inside a first vein of a subject. At least one electrode disposed on the mechanical support element is placed inside the first vein, in a vicinity of a site upstream of a bifurcation with a second vein of the subject. A control unit enhances downstream blood flow from the first vein by driving the at least one electrode to divert blood downstream into the second vein by constricting the first vein at the upstream site, by driving the at least one electrode to apply a current to the vicinity of the site. The mechanical support element prevents the first vein from collapsing by providing mechanical support to the vein. Other embodiments are also described. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338749 | NERVE ELECTRODE - A nerve electrode cuff includes an electrode and a cuff body. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338750 | CONNECTING DEVICE - A connecting device for an electromedical implant having a housing, the connecting device including a feedthrough and a header. The feedthrough and the header are formed in one piece so as to reduce the cost of the production process. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338751 | METHOD OF TREATING VASCULAR BIFURCATIONS - A prosthesis is disclosed for placement across an ostium opening from a main body lumen to a branch body lumen. The prosthesis comprises a radially expansible support at one end, a circumferentially extending link at the other end and at least one frond extending axially therebetween. The circumferential link can comprise a catheter securement portion and a frond engagement portion. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338752 | ENDOVASCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH AN IMPROVED RADIOPAQUE MARKER SCHEME - An endovascular delivery system for an endovascular prosthesis includes a radiopaque marker system for accurate delivery of the prosthesis. The radiopaque marker system is disposed within a prosthesis or stent holder within the delivery system. The radiopaque marker system includes a plurality of radiopaque markers that provide different views rotation of the prosthesis or stent holder. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338753 | ENDOVASCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH FLEXIBLE AND TORQUEABLE HYPOTUBE - A medical device includes an elongate metallic hypotube having an open proximal end and an opposed open distal end defining a tubular wall having an open internal diameter and an exterior diameter. The tubular wall has a first flexible portion disposed near the proximal open end and a second portion disposed near the distal open end. The first flexible portion of the hypotube includes a plurality of slots extending through the tubular wall and having a circumferential arc from about 150° to about 300°; and where adjacent slots are axially offset from one and the other from about 30° to about 60°. The medical device may be used as part of an endovascular delivery system. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338754 | RELEASE DEVICE FOR RELEASING A MEDICAL IMPLANT FROM A CATHETER AND CATHETER HAVING A RELEASE DEVICE AND IMPLANT FOR CONNECTION THERETO AND METHOD FOR RETAINING THE IMPLANT THEREIN - A release device for releasing a medical implant from an insertion device includes a retaining body for retaining the implant in the insertion device, having a proximal end, which is distant from a distal end of the insertion device, and a distal end, which faces the distal end of the insertion device, wherein the retaining body has at least one segment that radially delimits at least one space that extends between one of insertion elements and the at least one segment, wherein the implant has at least one retaining element at the proximal end thereof, for interaction with the retaining body, and wherein at least one region of the at least one retaining element, upon interaction with the retaining body, is inserted into the at least one space in a direction of insertion or is withdrawn from the at least one space against the direction of insertion. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338755 | Apparatus Comprising Individual Shaft Fibers and Set for Folding or Unfolding a Medical Implant and Method - An apparatus for folding or unfolding at least one medical implant by way of at least one tension thread includes a shaft and a tensioning device for altering a form or shape of the foldable and/or unfoldable implant by way of the tension thread ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338756 | STENT COMPOSED OF AN IRON ALLOY - Some embodiments of the invention relate to a stent which is composed entirely or in parts of an iron alloy having the following composition (in % by weight): Cr: >12.0; Ni: 0-8.0; Co: 0-20.0; Mn: 0-20.0; N: 0.05-1.0; C 0.05-0.4; Ti: 0-3.5; Nb: 0-3.5; V: 0-3.5; Mo 0-3.5; Si: 0-3.0; Al: 0-3.0; and Cu: 0-3.0. A cumulative content of Co and Mn is 3.0-20.0% by weight. Iron and production-related impurities make up the remainder of the 100% by weight. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338757 | COBALT ALLOY FOR MEDICAL IMPLANTS AND STENT COMPRISING THE ALLOY - An embodiment of the invention relates to a cobalt-based alloy, which due to the composition exhibits twinning as the dominating deformation mechanism:
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20130338758 | BIOCORRODIBLE MAGNESIUM ALLOY IMPLANT - One embodiment of the invention relates to an implant comprising a base body made of a biocorrodible magnesium alloy. The magnesium alloy contains a plurality of statistically distributed particles, comprising one or more of the elements Y, Zr, Mn, Sc, Fe, Ni, Co, W, Pt and noble earths with the atomic numbers 57 to 71, or the particles comprise alloys or compounds containing one or more of the elements mentioned. The mean distance of the particles from each other is smaller than the hundredfold mean particle diameter. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338759 | Helical Stent Having Improved Flexibility and Expandability - A stent includes a central portion of helically wound undulations formed of struts, cylindrical end portions, and transition zones between the helical portion and the cylindrical portions. According to a first aspect of the invention, the torsional flexibility of the stent is maximized by having bridges connecting adjacent winding be interrupted by the maximum possible number of undulations. In one embodiment, each winding includes nineteen undulations around the circumference, bridges are provided every five undulations. According to a second aspect of the invention, uniform opening of the transition zone is achieved by altering the width, and thereby the flexibility, of a series of struts in accordance with their lengths. Specifically, the long transition zone struts are made wider. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338760 | BIFURCATED ENDOVASCULAR PROSTHESIS HAVING TETHERED CONTRALATERAL LEG - An endovascular delivery system includes a bifurcated and inflatable prosthesis including a main tubular body having an open end and opposed ipsilateral and contralateral legs defining a graft wall therein between. A tether is disposed securably disposed to the contralateral leg, and the contralateral leg is releasably restrained towards the ipsilateral leg tether to prevent undesirable movement of the contralateral leg. A release wire within the endovascular delivery system releasably retains the tether near the ipsilateral leg. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338761 | STENT FOR BIFURCATION, A SYSTEM FOR INTRAVASCULAR IMPLANTATION OF THE STENT FOR BIFURCATION AND A METHOD OF IMPLANTATION OF THE STENT FOR BIFURCATION - A stent for bifurcation, including two cylindrical parts: a distal part ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338762 | BIORESORBABLE POLYMER PERIPHERAL SCAFFOLDS MADE FROM BLOCK COPOLYMERS OF POLY(L-LACTIDE) AND HYDROPHILIC POLYMERS - Bioabsorbable scaffolds having high crush recoverability, high fracture resistance, and reduced or no recoil due to self expanding properties at physiological conditions are disclosed The scaffolds are made from a block copolymer of PLLA and a hydrophilic polymer. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338763 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR REDUCING CARDIAC VALVE REGURGITATION - The present invention relates to devices and methods for improving the function of a defective heart valve, and particularly for reducing regurgitation through an atrioventricular heart valve—i.e., the mitral valve and the tricuspid valve. For a tricuspid repair, the device includes an anchor deployed in the tissue of the right ventricle, in an orifice opening to the right atrium, or anchored to the tricuspid valve. A flexible anchor rail connects to the anchor and a coaptation element on a catheter rides over the anchor rail. The catheter attaches to the proximal end of the coaptation element, and a locking mechanism fixes the position of the coaptation element relative to the anchor rail. Finally, there is a proximal anchoring feature to fix the proximal end of the coaptation catheter subcutaneously adjacent the subclavian vein. The coaptation element includes an inert covering and helps reduce regurgitation through contact with the valve leaflets. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338764 | METHODS, SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR CARDIAC VALVE REPAIR - Disclosed are devices and methods for treating regurgitation through a valve in the heart. The devices can include an expandable, fluid-tight bladder configured to be deployed between valve leaflets of the heart valve. The bladder can include an upper portion that extends into the atrium of the heart; a lower portion that extends into the ventricle of the heart; and a middle portion positionable within the line of valve leaflet coaptation that provides a sealing surface for one or more of the leaflets. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338765 | COLLAPSIBLE AND RE-EXPANDABLE PROSTHETIC HEART VALVE CUFF DESIGNS AND COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS - A prosthetic heart valve is provided with a cuff ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338766 | Replacement Heart Valve - A replacement heart valve assembly has a stent frame and a replacement valve. The replacement valve has a plurality of leaflets and a valve frame. The leaflets are attached to the valve frame. Further, the assembly has a plurality of suspension struts attached to the stent frame and the valve frame. The valve frame is suspended within the stent frame via the suspension struts. In some embodiments, the assembly further has a sealing member attached to the stent frame to prevent leakage around the replacement heart valve assembly. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338767 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR DYNAMIC FOCUSING MOVEMENT - An implantable ophthalmic device with one or more optical elements coupled to one or more shape-memory members provides dynamically variable optical power to restore lost accommodation in individuals suffering from presbyopia or aphakia. Running current from a power supply through the shape-memory members causes the shape-memory members to heat up. Once the current heats the shape-memory members past a forward phase-transition temperature, the shape-memory members change shape, which, in turn, causes the optical element(s) to move, yielding a corresponding change in effective optical power. Cooling the shape-memory members (e.g., by reducing or stopping the flow of current) below a reverse phase-transition temperature causes the shape-memory members to return to their original shape, which, in turn, restoring the optical element(s) to their original positions and returning the effective optical power to its original level. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338768 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH ANALYTE SENSORS AND INTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell, the sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid adjacent to the shell, the sensor modules positioned at a distance from each other, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier; and at least one power source operably attached to the plurality of sensor modules. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338769 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH ANALYTE SENSORS RESPONSIVE TO EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; and a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell and positioned at a distance from each other, each of the plurality of sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid adjacent to the shell, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier and is configured to utilize energy transmitted from an external source. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338770 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH COVERING, ANALYTE SENSORS AND INTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; at least one fluid-permeable cover, the cover completely enveloping the shell; a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell, the sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid between the shell and the cover, the sensor modules positioned at a distance from each other, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier; and at least one power source operably attached to the plurality of sensor modules. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338771 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH COVERING AND ANALYTE SENSORS RESPONSIVE TO EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; at least one fluid-permeable cover, the cover completely enveloping the shell; and a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell and positioned at a distance from each other, each of the sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid between the shell and the cover, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier and is configured to utilize energy transmitted from an external source. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338772 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH REGIONALIZED ANALYTE SENSORS AND INTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; a plurality of projections extending from an external surface of the shell, the projections forming a plurality of compartments adjacent to the external surface of the shell; at least one fluid-permeable cover attached to the projections, the cover completely enveloping the shell and the plurality of projections; a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell, each of the sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid within one of the plurality of compartments, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier; and at least one power source operably attached to the plurality of sensor modules. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338773 | BREAST IMPLANT WITH REGIONALIZED ANALYTE SENSORS RESPONSIVE TO EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE - Breast implants including sensor modules and related methods are described herein. Breast implants include those with: a shell configured to be substantially filled with a viscous material; a plurality of projections extending from an external surface of the shell, the projections forming a plurality of compartments adjacent to the external surface of the shell; at least one fluid-permeable cover attached to the projections, the cover completely enveloping the shell and the plurality of projections; and a plurality of sensor modules attached to the shell and positioned at a distance from each other, each of the sensor modules oriented to detect one or more analytes in a fluid within one of the plurality of compartments, wherein each of the plurality of sensor modules includes a unique identifier and is configured to utilize energy transmitted from an external source. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338774 | TEXTURED BONE BLOCK IMPLANTS - Implantable pliable bone blocks comprising a solid block of cortical bone characterized by a length, width and thickness, having a first and a second face on opposite sides of the block. The first and second faces have a plurality slot features. The angle of incidence of the slot features of the first face and the x-axis and the angle of incidence of the slot features of the second face and the x-axis (a | 2013-12-19 |
20130338775 | MULTI-WALLED PLACEHOLDER - A placeholder for vertebrae or vertebral discs includes a tubular body, which along its jacket surface has a plurality of breakthroughs or openings for over-growth with adjacent tissue. The placeholder includes at least a second tubular body provided with a plurality of breakthroughs and openings at least partially inside the first tubular body. The first and second tubular bodies can have different cross-sectional shapes, can be are arranged inside one another by press fit or force fit or can be connected to each other via connecting pins and arranged side by side to one another in the first body. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338776 | DEPLOYABLE INTERVERTEBRAL PROSTHESIS - A device, system, and method for an expandable intervertebral prosthesis usable for spinal fixation. The prosthesis device generally includes at least two anchors that are a extendable from the device in opposing directions when a deployment pin is inserted into the device to displace the anchors. Implantation of the device may be facilitated by an implantation guide that is engageable with the device for device placement and accurate insertion of the pin into the device to extend the anchors. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338777 | INTERBODY SPINAL IMPLANT HAVNG A ROUGHENED SURFACE TOPOGRAPHY - An interbody spinal implant including a body having a top surface, a bottom surface, opposing lateral sides, opposing anterior and posterior portions, a substantially hollow center, and a single vertical aperture. The single vertical aperture extends from the top surface to the bottom surface, has a size and shape predetermined to maximize the surface area of the top surface and the bottom surface available proximate the anterior and posterior portions while maximizing both radiographic visualization and access to the substantially hollow center, and defines a transverse rim. The body may be non-metallic and may form one component of a composite implant; the other component is a metal plate disposed on at least one of the top and bottom surfaces of the body. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338778 | SPINAL DISC ANNULUS CLOSURE DEVICE - An implant ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338779 | Mandible Reconstruction System and Method - A system, method and devices for mandible reconstruction wherein a replacement mandible, either full or partial, is formed by cutting and reconnecting a donor bone, the devices comprising guide or template members that provide the correct angles needed for cutting the donor bone in order to replicate the configuration of the mandible being reconstructed. The system comprises a plurality of wedge-shaped members. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338780 | ANTHROPLASTY PLATE - An arthroplasty plate and method of use to repair a fractured end of a bone are described. The arthroplasty plate comprises a fixation plate ( | 2013-12-19 |
20130338781 | Implants/Procedures Related to Tibial Tuberosity Advancement - A tibial tuberosity advancement (TTA) system is configured to maintaining a tuberosity in an advanced position relative to a tibial body. The TTA system includes an implant, a spacer, and a spacer fixation member. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338782 | Extra-Articular Implantable Mechanical Energy Absorbing Assemblies Having a Tension Member, and Methods - Implantable assemblies/devices and methods are provided for manipulating energy transferred by members defining an articulating anatomical joint, wherein the members collectively define a path of motion. Assemblies/devices are provided with a first component configured to be attached to a first anatomical member of the anatomical joint, a second component configured to be attached to a second anatomical member of the anatomical joint, and a tension member joining the first and second components. The tension member is placed under tension to absorb energy transferred by the anatomical members when the first component is attached to the first anatomical member and the second component is attached to the second anatomical member and a distance between locations of attachment of the first and second components becomes smaller then an implant-defined distance between the locations. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338783 | Extra-Articular Implantable Mechanical Energy Absorbing Assemblies Having a Tension Member, and Methods - Implantable assemblies/devices and methods are provided for manipulating energy transferred by members defining an articulating anatomical joint, wherein the members collectively define a path of motion. Assemblies/devices are provided with a first component configured to be attached to a first anatomical member of the anatomical joint, a second component configured to be attached to a second anatomical member of the anatomical joint; and a tension member joining the first and second components. The tension member is placed under tension to absorb energy transferred by the anatomical members when the first component is attached to the first anatomical member and the second component is attached to the second anatomical member and a distance between locations of attachment of the first and second components becomes smaller then an implant-defined distance between the locations. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338784 | CARPOMETACARPAL PROSTHESIS SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A carpometacarpal prosthesis system generally includes a trapezial implant for replacing an excised trapezium within a human hand and a component stem implant for replacing a partially excised first metacarpal. The component stem implant is adapted to be press fit within the medullary cavity of the partially excised first metacarpal bone of the human hand; the component stem when so implanted is adapted to effect universal movement of the first metacarpal bone relative to the trapezial implant thereby providing a restructured thumb metacarpal joint that restores substantially normal thumb function in terms of strength and flexibility. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338785 | INSTRUMENTS FOR PREPARING BONE IMPLANTS - A system for preparing a bone implant includes a cutting guide having a body including a plurality of sides that together define a cavity that is accessible via an opening defined by a first side of the plurality of sides. A second side of the plurality of sides defines a plurality of slots and is disposed adjacent to the first side. Each of the plurality of slots is in communication with the cavity that is sized and configured to receive a bone implant therein, and each of the plurality of slots is located at a different location of the second wall to facilitate cutting a bone implant into one of a plurality of sizes. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338786 | Acetabular prosthetic device - An acetabular prosthetic device comprising at least one acetabular augment coupled to an acetabular cup by an augment coupling element to secure the acetabular prosthetic device in place wherein the acetabular cup comprises a shell having at least one groove formed on the outer surface thereof to slidably receive the augment coupling element therein and the acetabular augment comprises an augment body configured to engage the shell and the ilia bone such that the augment coupling element is moved along the groove to position the acetabular body to engage both the shell and ilia bone to secure the acetabular prosthetic device in place. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338787 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DEPLOYING A PORTION OF A STENT USING AT LEAST ONE COILED MEMBER - The present embodiments provide systems and methods for deploying at least a portion of a stent. In one embodiment, the system comprises a cannula having an outer surface, and at least one coiled member having proximal and distal ends and a plurality of turns disposed therebetween. One of the proximal and distal ends of the coiled member is secured to the outer surface of the cannula, and the other of the proximal and distal ends of the coiled member is unsecured relative to the outer surface of the cannula. A portion of a stent is looped around the unsecured end of the coiled member and disposed within spacing between adjacent turns of the coiled member. Rotation of the cannula subsequently causes the portion of the stent to disengage from the coiled member. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338788 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DEPLOYING A PORTION OF A STENT USING AT LEAST ONE COILED MEMBER - The present embodiments provide systems and methods for deploying at least a portion of a stent. In one embodiment, the system comprises a cannula having an outer surface, and a coiled member having proximal and distal ends and a plurality of turns disposed therebetween. At least a portion of the coiled member is secured to the outer surface of the cannula. A stent is releasably secured to a portion of the coiled member. A protective cage may encircle the coiled member. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338789 | DUAL MODULUS HIP STEM AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - An orthopaedic prosthesis for use in a hip replacement surgery. The orthopaedic prosthesis includes a metallic foam shell and a metallic core. The metallic core includes a neck configured to receive a femoral head component and a stem extending through the metallic foam shell. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338790 | NON-WOVEN FABRIC CONTAINING BONE PROSTHETIC MATERIAL - An object of the present invention is to provide a bone regeneration material suitable for bone (in particular, alveolar bone) regeneration. The present invention provides a non-woven fabric containing a bone prosthetic material wherein the bone prosthetic material is included between biocompatible fibers that constitute the non-woven fabric. The non-woven fabric may be suitably used as a bone regeneration material (in particular, a dental bone regeneration material). | 2013-12-19 |
20130338791 | LAYERED FIRBROUS CONSTRUCT - The present invention relates to a layered fibrous construct for use as a scaffold for repairing or replacing cartilage or cartilage-like tissue, and a process for the production thereof. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338792 | IMPLANTATION OF MICRONIZED ALLOGRAFT TISSUE OVER A MICROFRACTURED DEFECT - Techniques, mixtures, mixing and delivery kits, and improved delivery instruments for implantation of micronized allograft tissue over a microfractured defect. Allograft cartilage tissue is delivered over a cartilage defect that has been debrided and microfractured, without the need for a periosteal covering or separate type of patch sewn over the top. The allograft tissue may be any micronized cartilage particulates obtained by various methods, for example, cartilage delivered in its native form, dehydrated via lyophilization, “freeze-dried,” dehydrated via desiccation, or dehydrated by any other method. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338793 | SEALING MEMBER FOR VACUUM SUSPENSION PROSTHETIC DEVICE - An improved sealing member for use with a vacuum suspension prosthetic device, with the sealing member located along the top edge of a stump socket and made of a pliable material to provide an improved seal between the stump and the socket in order to maintain vacuum levels within the socket and to minimize cutting or tearing of the stump liner. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338794 | POST-OPERATIVE RESIDUAL LIMB SUPPORT - A post-operative residual limb support assembly includes an upper frame configured to extend about at least a portion of a residual limb; and a lower frame coupled to the upper frame and configured to receive an end of the residual limb. The upper frame and the lower frame are adjustable relative to one another in at least one of a linear and rotational manner. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338795 | RESILIENT PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOTIC COMPONENTS WHICH INCORPORATE A PLURALITY OF SAGITALLY ORIENTED STRUTS - A method of making a resilient prosthetic/orthotic component, particularly a shank for a lower extremity prosthesis in which the shank includes multiple sections which are unbounded in one or more portions of each other, and wherein the shank sections incorporate at least one voids and inserted materials between one or more shank sections to enhance shank flexibility while reducing stresses which can cause premature failure. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338796 | ONE MOTOR FINGER MECHANISM - A mechanical finger comprises a plurality of phalanges coupled to a single actuator using a kinematic linkage and a differential linkage arranged in parallel. The mechanical finger is capable of exhibiting consistent predictable motion when moving in free space or when contacting an object at the fingertip, and of curling in order to conform to an object when the contact is at other locations on the finger. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338797 | MACHINE CONTROL PROGRAM GENERATION DEVICE, MACHINE CONTROL PROGRAM GENERATION METHOD, AND INFORMATION STORAGE MEDIUM - Provided is a machine control program generation device for generating a machine control program to be executed on a controller for controlling a machine component, including: a connected device selector for selecting a connected device to be connected to the controller; and a connector identifier assignor for assigning, when the connected device selector selects the connected device, a new connector identifier for identifying a connector for connecting the controller and the selected connected device to each other to the selected connected device. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338798 | WIRELESS USER INTERFACE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE MONITORING - What is disclosed is a wireless push button device. The wireless push button device includes a user interface configured to receive user input to control a process of a machine system. The wireless push button device also includes a first transceiver coupled to the user interface and configured to wirelessly receive input power from a second transceiver, provide user power to the user interface, and wirelessly transfer communications related to the user input to the second transceiver. The wireless push button device also includes a processing system configured to determine when a power transfer problem exists between the second transceiver and the first transceiver, and transfer an alert in response to the power transfer problem. | 2013-12-19 |
20130338799 | AVAILABILITY MODEL GENERATION SUPPORT DEVICE, AVAILABILITY MODEL GENERATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND PROGRAM - The present invention includes: a model module storage unit | 2013-12-19 |
20130338800 | Method for Connecting a Switching Station Automation Device According to IEC61850 to an Industry Automation Field Bus - A method for connecting a switching station automation device, protection device or field device according to the IEC61850 communication standard to an industry automation field bus of an industry automation system. The method includes producing a modified SCL (Substation Configuration Description Language) technical manual file, SCL technical manual file is expanded by implementing at least one data object with mapping information in the form of communication- and functional parameters of the industry automation field bus, compiling the modified SCL technical manual file into a Device Type Manager component, and configuring the switching station automation device by the FDT frame application using the DTM component. | 2013-12-19 |