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| US10518362B2 |
Solder alloy, solder paste, and electronic circuit board
A solder alloy essentially consists of tin, silver, copper, bismuth, antimony, and cobalt; relative to a total amount of the solder alloy, the silver content is 3 mass % or more and 3.5 mass % or less, the copper content is 0.4 mass % or more and 1.0 mass % or less, the bismuth content is 3.5 mass % or more and 4.8 mass % or less, the antimony content is 3 mass % or more and 5.5 mass % or less, the cobalt content is 0.001 mass % or more and 0.1 mass % or less, the tin content is the balance; and a total of the bismuth content and the antimony content is 7.3 mass % or more and 10.3 mass % or less. |
| US10518361B2 |
Method of manufacturing a component and component
A method of manufacturing of a component having the steps of manufacturing of a first segment for the component by a powder-bed manufacturing process, and the manufacturing of a second segment for the component originating from the first segment by an additive manufacturing process, such that the second segment projects by a projecting distance over at least one side face of the first segment. Furthermore, a component has the first segment being manufactured by the powder-bed manufacturing process and the second segment being manufactured by the additive manufacturing process, wherein the second segment projects by a projecting distance over at least one side face of the first segment. |
| US10518357B2 |
Machine learning device and robot system to learn processing order of laser processing robot and machine learning method thereof
A machine device for learning a processing order of a laser processing robot, includes a state observation unit that observes, as a state variable, one of a plasma light from a laser processing point of the laser processing robot and a processing sound from the laser processing point of the laser processing robot; a determination data obtaining unit that receives, as determination data, a cycle time in which the laser processing robot completes processing; and a learning unit that learns the processing order of the laser processing robot based on an output of the state observation unit and an output of the determination data obtaining unit. |
| US10518355B2 |
Cutting gas nozzle and laser cutting method having a displaceable sleeve for setting the flow characteristics
This disclosure describes laser machining head cutting gas nozzles that include an inner nozzle having a nozzle opening configured to form a core gas flow, an outer nozzle having an annular gap surrounding the nozzle opening and configured to form an annular gas flow, and a sleeve in the annular gap, wherein the sleeve is arranged to be axially displaceable between a rearward position and a forward position, wherein the sleeve projects beyond the inner nozzle at least when in the forward position, and wherein the sleeve widens a cross-sectional area of the outer nozzle to a variable degree as the sleeve is displaced from the rearward to the forward position. Methods of using a cutting gas nozzle are also described. |
| US10518354B2 |
Ultraviolet laser 3D printing method for precise temperature control of polymer material and device thereof
An ultraviolet laser 3D printing device includes a thermostat, a laser head, a non-contact type temperature monitoring device, a scanning galvanometer, a processing platform, a powder laying device, a material to be processed, a computer control system. The device is configured to perform the following functions: presetting a processing temperature by the control system; during the processing procedure, the temperature rise condition of the processed object is monitored by the non-contact type temperature monitoring device and fed back in real time to the control system; and by recording the rise value of the temperature within a certain period, the system can obtain the absorption capability of the laser and the temperature rise degree of the processed material, so that the laser output power can be calculated according to the preset processing temperature value, and the laser power can be adjusted in real time to precisely control the processing temperature. |
| US10518353B2 |
Bonded functionally graded material structure for heat transfer and CTE matching and method of making same
A method for producing a bonded functionally graded Material (FGM) structure, includes the steps of providing a plurality of dissimilar material layers; forming a first group and a second group of through holes alternately on a plurality of intermediate dissimilar material layers and on a bottom dissimilar material layer, wherein the first group of through holes has a diameter larger than a diameter of the second group of through holes; stacking the plurality of dissimilar material layers on top of one another. A first group of through holes on any dissimilar material layer is arranged corresponding to a second group of through holes on a dissimilar material layer stacked above, and a second group of through holes on any dissimilar material layer is arranged corresponding to a first group of through holes on a dissimilar material stacked right below; and bonding the plurality of dissimilar material layers. |
| US10518352B2 |
Device for cleaning welds
A device for cleaning welds. The device comprises a bristles pad, the bristles pad being electrically conductive to deliver electrical current to a weld to be cleaned when the bristles pad is in physical contact with the weld. The device further includes a bristles pad support, the bristles pad support including an elongated body receiving the bristles pad and extending along the bristles pad, the elongated body including a first section and a second section attached to each other, the first section being separable from the second section to reduce a length of the bristles pad support. |
| US10518351B2 |
Arc welding method for Zn plated steel sheet and arc welded joint
Provided are: an arc welding method that suppresses occurrences of blow holes in initial parts and final parts in a Zn plated steel sheet and reduces the occupancy ratio for blow holes in the welded part as a whole; and a welded joint. |
| US10518350B2 |
Arc welding apparatus, arc welding system, and arc welding method
An arc welding apparatus includes: a welding-condition acquirer configured to acquire a welding condition; a heat-input calculator configured to calculate a required heat input corresponding to the welding condition; a frequency setter configured to set a smaller frequency for a short circuit condition and an arc condition corresponding to an increase in the required heat input; and a driver configured to repeatedly perform a process at the frequency, the process including advancing and retreating a welding consumable with respect to a workpiece to generate the short circuit condition and the arc condition. |
| US10518342B2 |
Hydraulic two-side rolling-cut shears
Hydraulic two-side rolling-cut shears, including: a front transport roller device, a rear transport roller device, a shear body, and a roller carrier. The front transport roller device includes a laser scriber, a magnetic alignment device, and a pinch roller device. The rear transport roller device includes a vertical guide roller. The laser scriber is disposed on the front end of the front transport roller device. The magnetic alignment device is disposed in the middle part of the front transport roller device. The pinch roller device is disposed on the rear end of the front transport roller device in front of the shear body. The roller carrier is disposed longitudinally in the middle of the shear body. The vertical guide roller is disposed on the rear transport roller device and behind the shear body. |
| US10518341B2 |
Cutting method for fiber reinforced composite material
The present invention provides a cutting method comprising a cutting step of cutting a workpiece material with a cutting tool to thereby form a through-groove in the workpiece material, wherein in the cutting step, the through-groove is formed in the workpiece material by cutting the workpiece material with the cutting tool while contacting a cut-assisting lubricant with the contact portion of the cutting tool with the workpiece material and/or the contact portion of the workpiece material with the cutting tool, and the workpiece material comprises a fiber reinforced composite material. |
| US10518339B2 |
Tangentially mounted cutting insert with angled seating surface and recessed clearance surface
A milling insert includes a first axial face, a second axial face, a first radial face, a second radial face parallel with the first radial face, a cutting face, and a generally V-shaped seating face formed with a first seating surface and a second seating surface. The first axial face defines a secondary clearance surface that is at least partially axially recessed from the first axial face and oblique to the first radial face. The first seating surface and the second seating surface are formed at an angle substantially equal to a radial rake angle when the cutting insert is mounted in the insert seat of the milling cutter. As a result, the seating face produces at least one seating surface that is substantially perpendicular to the tangential cutting force, FT, thereby reducing movement of the insert when tangentially mounted in the insert seat of the milling cutter. |
| US10518333B2 |
Device and method for recovering and unloading bar crop ends from a machine tool
A device and method for recovering and unloading bar crop ends is suitable for use with a loading apparatus for supplying bars to a machine tool. The devices includes a grasping element suitable for engaging a bar-pushing unit of the loading apparatus and a bar crop-end to be taken and unloaded. A slide element receives and conveys the bar crop ends to a collecting zone. A supporting and transferring unit transfers the grasping element from an upper position, in which it is axially aligned on the advancement trajectory of the bar-pushing unit, to a lower position in which it is near the slide element. The device further includes an ejecting unit that is drivable for penetrating the grasping element in the lower position to eject the crop end and sending the crop end, by the slide element, to the collecting zone.A method is also disclosed for recovering and unloading bar crop ends from a machine tool. |
| US10518326B2 |
Method for the powder-based additive manufacturing of a part, notably a lining blade for a tire mould, with an associated reinforcing element
Process for the additive manufacturing of at least one part by powder sintering or melting using at least one beam of energy. A step of deposition and selective melting of stacked layers of powder manufactures at least one intermediate element comprising the part and at least one local reinforcing element having a split tubular shape that surrounds one of the lateral end faces of the part and that face each of the frontal faces of said part adjacent to said end face, said reinforcing element extending in a direction substantially parallel to the stacking direction of the layers. The part and the local reinforcing element are separated. |
| US10518325B2 |
Device and method for additively producing at least one component region of a component
The invention relates to a device (10) for generative production of at least one component area of a component (12), in particular of a component (12) of a flow machine. Therein, the device (10) can include at least one lowerable component platform (16) with at least one construction and joining zone (20) for receiving at least one powder layer of a component material, at least one heating device (24, 28) movable relative to the component platform (16) and at least one radiation source for generating at least one high-energy beam (22), by means of which the powder layer can be locally melted and/or sintered to a component layer in the area of the construction and joining zone (20), as well as at least one suction and/or gas supply device (36) disposed on the heating device (24, 28). However, the device (10) can also include at least one coater (14). |
| US10518323B2 |
Copper power and method for producing same
Disclosed is copper powder having an average primary particle size D of 0.15 to 0.6 μm, having a ratio of D to DBET, D/DBET, of 0.8 to 4.0 wherein DBET is a sphere-equivalent average particle diameter calculated from a BET specific surface area, and having no layer for preventing agglomeration on the surface thereof. The copper powder is suitably produced by a method which includes a step of mixing (1) hydrazine and (2) a reactant mixture including a monovalent or divalent copper source and a liquid medium which includes water and an organic solvent having water miscibility and capable of reducing the surface tension of water, to reduce the copper source to form copper particles. |
| US10518320B2 |
Casting apparatus for producing castings from a metallic melt
A casting apparatus including a casting die having at least two die halves movable relative to one another between a closed position and an open position, the die halves each comprising a front surface in which a recess is formed, an adjusting device for moving one of the die halves, and a clamping device switchable between a clamping position when the die is closed, and a release position when the die is open. The clamping device is an integral part of the die halves and includes a counter bearing and a locking device. In the clamping position, the locking device is in a form fitting engagement with the counter bearing to lock the die halves in the closed position, and in the release position, the locking device is released from the counter bearing to release the die halves from each other for opening of the die. |
| US10518317B2 |
Method of moulding a settable material
A method of moulding a settable material includes the steps of: (i) providing a first mould or mould cavity; (ii) providing an outlet from which a settable material is discharged; (iii) aligning the first mould or mould cavity with the outlet; (iv) discharging settable material from the outlet into the first mould or mould cavity; (v) providing a second mould or mould cavity; (vi) displacing the first mould or mould cavity away from the outlet; (vii) aligning the second mould or mould cavity with: (a) the outlet; and (b) the first mould or mould cavity such that the second mould or mould cavity is in fluid communication with the first mould or mould cavity; (viii) discharging settable material from the outlet into the second mould or mould cavity; (ix) permitting a portion of the settable material discharged into the second mould or mould cavity to flow from within the second mould or mould cavity to within the first mould or mould cavity; (x) further displacing the first mould or mould cavity and the second mould or mould cavity away from the outlet; (xii) permitting: (a) the settable material in the first mould or mould cavity to set into a first moulded article; and (b) the settable material in the second mould or mould cavity to set into a second moulded article; and (xiii) severing the first moulded article from the second moulded article. |
| US10518316B1 |
Process for manufacturing a near perfect round ball bearing with a hole there through
A process of compressing a slug to have tapered ends, then reforming the slug to change the configuration to a shorter length with a larger diameter across the center of the slug. The slug is then reformed and a hole pressed there through, with the pressing of the partial hole reforming the configuration to have a near perfect radius with a hole through the slug, whereby a near prefect ball is made, and the ball has a hole there through. |
| US10518313B2 |
Cup feed mechanism for vertical bodymaker
A cup feed assembly for a can bodymaker with a vertically oriented, reciprocating, elongated ram assembly is provided. The cup feed assembly includes a chute assembly, a rotatable feeder disk assembly, and a cup locator. The chute assembly includes a transfer chute. The transfer chute includes an outer second side member, a first end and a second end. The transfer chute first end is in communication with the feeder chute outlet end. The outer second side member at the transfer chute second end includes a first biasing device. The cup locator defines a holding space, the holding space in communication with the transfer chute second end. The feeder disk assembly is structured to move a cup disposed at feeder chute outlet end through the transfer chute into the cup locator. The first biasing device is structured to maintain a cup in the holding space. |
| US10518305B2 |
Method and apparatus for rolling metal products
Method for rolling metal products comprising a plurality of sequential rolling passes during which a metal product (P) is rolled. The method comprises a first rolling pass of the metal product (P) to obtain a first intermediate product (P1), a second rolling pass of the first intermediate product (P1) to obtain a second intermediate product (P2), a third rolling pass of the second intermediate product (P2) to obtain a third intermediate product (P3), a fourth rolling pass of the third intermediate product (P3) to obtain a final rolled product (L). |
| US10518304B2 |
Method for producing aluminum rod and aluminum wire
Systems, methods, and devices for the production of aluminum rods from aluminum bars, aluminum wires from aluminum rods, and aluminum wires from aluminum bars are disclosed and described. Annealing steps are not needed or required in the disclosed methods. |
| US10518301B1 |
Isolation enclosure and method for conducting hot work
In the specification and drawings, an isolation enclosure and method for conducting hot work is described and shown with an enclosure; a negative pressure atmosphere within the interior of the enclosure; a hot work apparatus operable outside of and adjacent to the enclosure; and a detector located so as to be capable of detecting the presence of combustible gas within said enclosure. A method of conducting hot work is also described and shown. |
| US10518299B2 |
Cleaning system and method for operating the cleaning system
The application relates to a cleaning system configured for cleaning of cavities filled with a liquid, including fragmentation, debridement, material removal, irrigation, disinfection, and decontamination. The cleaning system includes an electromagnetic radiation system and a liquid. A treatment handpiece irradiates the liquid within a cavity with a radiation beam, producing a first vapor bubble using first pulse, and, at a different location, a second vapor bubble using a second pulse. The pulse repetition time is adjusted to ensure efficacy, for example such that an onset time of the second vapor bubble is within the first contraction phase of the first vapor bubble, when the first vapor bubble has contracted from its maximal volume to a size in a range from about 0.7 to about 0.1 of the maximal volume. |
| US10518289B2 |
Apparatuses for applying glutinous substances
An apparatus for delivering a glutinous substance from a cartridge to an applicator comprises a sleeve and a pressure-cap assembly. The pressure-cap assembly comprises a pressure cap, proximate an inlet of the sleeve. The pressure-cap assembly also comprises an actuator, coupled to the pressure cap and to the sleeve. The apparatus further comprises an automated coupler, configured to automatically reversibly sealingly couple the applicator with the leading end of the cartridge. |
| US10518285B2 |
Continuous vertical spraying of bodies such as cans
A vertical internal coating machine is taught, which may be used with bodies such as cans (2 piece, 3 piece, draw, redraw) and including cylinders, containers and any similar body. In the machine cans or similar bodies are vertical in the machine's star wheel rather than horizontal, and the bodies are sprayed with the star wheel in continuous motion without stopping and starting. The machine teaches that a plurality of spray guns may be provided for each pocket of the star wheel. By means of the machine an improved line layout is devised which may eliminate the need to raise the bodies immediately prior to a necker by allowing the vertical can internal coating machine and internal bake over to be disposed on any level of the facility, upper, lower, mezzanine, etc. In green aspects, the machine may use negative pressure cabinets/hoods and positive pressure tunnels to entrain volatile organic chemicals emitted by the spray guns and coated bodies and may send these VOCs to a VOC destruction device, such as an oven. |
| US10518283B2 |
Dispensing head
A dispensing head including: a cap having: an outer wall with at least one part referred to as the shell part and at least one part referred to as the pressing part that is made of a material more flexible than the at least one shell part; at least one outlet; an insertion orifice, a stopper, the stopper being mounted in the cap by being inserted into the cap from the insertion orifice side and in an insertion direction, at least one assembly, each assembly comprising: an inlet, passing through the stopper; a deformable pocket, an interior volume of which is intended to contain the fluid of this assembly and is delimited at least in part by the at least one pressing part of the cap; preferably a feed duct and/or a dispensing duct. |
| US10518281B2 |
Trigger-type ejector
A trigger-type ejector includes: a pressure storage chamber formed in a nozzle head and communicating with a flow path through a communication hole; a pressure storage plunger including a large-diameter pressure receiving portion opposite a small-diameter pressure receiving portion and being movable between a close position where an ejection hole is closed and an open position where the ejection hole is opened; and a biasing member disposed in the pressure storage chamber and biasing the pressure storage plunger toward the close position, the trigger-type ejector being configured such that, when a pressure of a liquid in the pressure storage chamber becomes equal to or greater than a predetermined value, the pressure storage plunger moves from the close position to the open position against a biasing force of the biasing member and thus a liquid in the pressure storage chamber is ejected from the ejection hole to the outside. |
| US10518274B2 |
Flocculation basin inclusion or exclusion type water treatment apparatus using dissolved air flotation
Disclosed herein is a flocculation basin inclusion ion type water treatment apparatus using dissolved air floatation which includes: a flocculation basin which forms flocs by mixing a coagulant inserted into feed water and grows up the flocs; a contact zone to which fine bubbles are induced through a nozzle disposed at a lower part; and a separation zone which removes the flocs when the fine bubbles are attached to the flocs and the flocs float on the surface of water, the flocculation basin inclusion type water treatment apparatus including: a fine bubble forming part. |
| US10518273B2 |
System and method for determining dielectrophoresis crossover frequencies
The present invention provides a new method for accurately identifying DEP cross-over frequencies of one or more particles in a sample, and quickly and efficiently conveying that information to assist in the separation, e.g., DEP separation, or analysis of the one of more particles under examination or investigation. The present invention also provides an apparatus and method for monitoring the dielectrophoretic response of one or more particles and determining the DEP cross-over frequency of particles of interest. |
| US10518272B2 |
Air cleaner
An air cleaner includes a rear filter receiving air from the outer environment, an ionizer grid connected to a high voltage power supply and having wires extending between opposite sides of a frame such to emit positively charged ions and apply an electrostatic charge on the air received from the rear filter; a collector grid connected to ground and having wires extending between opposite sides of a frame, the combination of the ionizer and collector grids causing the air to move toward the collector grid; a front filter collecting contaminants suspended in the air received from the collector grid; and an apparatus frame housing the rear filter, the ionizer and collector grids, and the front filter, wherein the frames of the ionizer and collector grids are suspended within the apparatus frame with isolating members made of a non-arc tracking material, such to minimize coronal discharge and reduce audible noise. |
| US10518269B2 |
Grinding mill with securing frame
A grinding mill for pulverizing material includes a platform having an upper surface and defining a recess having a floor, the recess configured to seat a dish in which the material is disposed, and a movable securing frame that is movably connected with the platform, the frame including a lift support having an upper surface that is movable along a path from a first location that is beneath the floor of the recess, through the recess, to a second location that is coplanar with the upper surface of the platform. A motor configured to cause oscillation of the platform and the movable securing frame can be used. A method of using the grinding mill can include placing a dish above a recess defined by an upper surface of a platform, and lowering the frame with respect to the platform, thereby seating the dish within the recess. |
| US10518267B2 |
Sample processing devices, and methods of use thereof
Embodiments of the invention provide a filter kit including filters for processing a biological sample. Some embodiments include a filter cap in a tube kit with a first tube containing a buffer solution and a second tube containing a lyophilized master mix. Some embodiments include a method of processing a sample using the kit including mixing a biological sample in a first tube with the buffer solution, positioning the filter cap in the first tube, positioning a second tube on the filter cap, flipping the first tube, the filter cap, and the second cap to filter the biological sample and buffer solution mixture with the filter cap as it flows from the first tube to the second tube. Some embodiments include structure enabling transfer of materials through inline flow between the tubes. Some further embodiments include integrated structure for sample pulverization with integrated buffer and lyophilized master mix. |
| US10518266B2 |
Microtiter plate and uses thereof
Provided herein are microtiter plates, systems, and uses thereof. In particular, provided herein are microtiter plates with diffusion channels and their use in co-culture applications (e.g. in high throughput screening). |
| US10518260B1 |
Device for separation of plasma or serum from blood cells and methods of using the device
The invention pertains to a device for separation of serum or plasma from blood cells without application of an external force, such as centrifugation or pressure. The device comprises a hollow body having a top open end and a bottom end comprising a porous membrane. Particularly, the pore size of the porous membrane is between 10 nm and 20 μm. The invention also pertains to methods of separating serum or plasma from blood cells, the methods comprising introducing into the device a mixture of serum or plasma and blood cells and incubating the device in a substantially vertical position for between about one minute and thirty minutes to allow the separation of serum or plasma from blood cells under gravity. |
| US10518259B2 |
Disposable diagnostic device with volumetric control of sample and reagents and method of performing a diagnosis therewith
A single-use, consumable diagnostic cartridge and method of performing a diagnostic test are provided. The cartridge has a sample inlet opening, an inlet port, a sample receiving chamber, an analysis chamber and a fluid channel extending between the sample receiving chamber and analysis chamber. A rupturable blister contains a fluid for selective mixing with a sample selectively disposed in the sample receiving chamber. A valve member, having a sample through port and a fluid passage, is selectively moveable between closed and open states. In the closed state, the fluid passage is out of fluid communication with the sample, and the sample through port is registered with the sample inlet opening and the sample receiving chamber. In the open state, the fluid passage extends between the inlet port and the sample receiving chamber to allow fluid dispelled from the blister to transport the sample to the analysis chamber. |
| US10518257B2 |
Metal organic frameworks, their synthesis and use
A novel metal organic framework, EMM-33, is described having the structure of UiO-67 and comprising bisphosphonate linking ligands. EMM-33 has acid activity and is useful as a catalyst in olefin isomerization. Also disclosed is a process of making metal organic frameworks, such as EMM-33, by heterogeneous ligand exchange, in which linking ligands having a first bonding functionality in a host metal organic framework are exchanged with linking ligands having a second different bonding functionality in the framework. |
| US10518255B2 |
Ammonia slip catalyst designed to be first in an SCR system
Catalyst articles having an ammonia slip catalyst (ASC) comprising a blend of platinum on a support with low ammonia storage and a first SCR catalyst, and a second catalyst, such as a diesel oxidation catalyst, a diesel exotherm catalyst (DEC), a NOx absorber, a selective catalytic reduction/passive NOx adsorber (SCR/PNA), a cold-start catalyst (CSC) or a three-way catalyst (TWC) are disclosed. The catalyst articles can also contain one or two additional SCR catalysts. The catalysts can be present in one of various configurations. The catalytic articles are useful for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) of NOx in exhaust gases and in reducing the amount of ammonia slip. Methods of using the catalytic articles in an SCR process, where the amount of ammonia slip is reduced, are also described. |
| US10518242B2 |
Reactor for a cracking furnace
The invention relates to a reactor for cracking hydrocarbons wherein the reactor has inner wall; characterized in that the inner wall comprises a plurality of concave dimples embedded in a surface of said inner wall. |
| US10518239B2 |
Apparatus for manufacturing aerogel sheet
The present invention relates to an apparatus of manufacturing an aerogel sheet. The apparatus of manufacturing the aerogel sheet includes: a plurality of fixing vessels into which a fiber sheet is inserted; and an impregnation vessels provided with an accommodation part in which the plurality of fixing vessels are stacked in multistage and a silica precursor injection part which injects a silica precursor into the accommodation part to impregnate the silica precursor into the fiber sheet inserted into each of the fixing vessels. |
| US10518236B2 |
Systems for heating multi-tubular reactors
Systems for heating multi-tubular reactors are provided. Systems can include one or more reaction panels including multiple vertically-oriented reaction tubes, each including a catalyst bed, which can be located within a furnace. A burner system can provide a flue gas to the furnace, and the flue gas can enter one or more distribution chambers such flue gas in the distribution chambers does not contact the portion of the reaction tubes containing the catalyst bed. The flue gas can travel from the distribution chambers and through one or more convection chambers to flow co-currently with a feedstream within the reaction tubes. |
| US10518233B2 |
Phytase formulation
A liquid enzyme formulation, an enzyme granule formulation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80° C. |
| US10518232B2 |
Device and method for manually opening glass ampules and a cementing device
Devices and methods manually open glass ampules within the devices. One device may include a holder having at least one deformable side wall, a supporting element, and at least one strainer/filter arranged below the holder so that the content of the opened glass ampule may flows therethrough. A first lever of the device may pivot around a first axis and a free end of the first lever may be pressed against the deformable side wall of the holder. A second lever of the device may pivot around a second axis that may divide the second lever into a short lever arm and a long lever arm. The short lever arm may be pressed against the first lever and a glass ampule may be broken open by pressure of the free end of the first lever. |
| US10518231B2 |
Droplet preparation and size control device based on electrowetting step emulsification
A droplet preparation and size control device based on electrowetting step emulsification is provided, including a syringe pump, a metal pipeline, a micro-channel, two electrode plates, a continuous phase container and a direct-current power supply, wherein: the syringe pump, the metal pipeline and the micro-channel are successively connected; an outlet of the micro-channel is clamped and sealed between the two electrode plates; each electrode plate consists of four layers, respectively a base layer, a conducting layer, an insulating layer and a hydrophobic layer; a cathode of the direct-current power supply is connected with the metal pipeline, and an anode of the direct-current power supply is connected with the conducting layer of each electrode plate; the syringe pump is filled with dispersed phase fluid; continuous phase fluid is injected into the continuous phase container and immerses the electrode plates. |
| US10518229B2 |
Utilizing wet fracturing sand for hydraulic fracturing operations
A system and a method that utilizes wet proppants when creating fracturing fluid by receiving wet fracturing sand at a surge tank, vibrating the wet fracturing sand located within the surge tank, liquefying the wet fracturing sand within the surge tank based on the vibration, and metering the liquefied wet fracturing sand from the surge tank to a blending tub. |
| US10518223B2 |
Chlorine resistant polyelectrolyte multilayer membranes for desalination
The present invention relates to chlorine resistant polyelectrolyte multilayer membranes which can be used as reverse osmosis, forward osmosis or nanofiltration membranes for applications such as desalination and water purification and methods of making membranes of this type. |
| US10518219B2 |
Ion-exchange process
A process for ion-exchanging an exchangeable-ion containing solid material, characterized in that said process include a bipolar membrane electrodialysis step, which comprises subjecting an aqueous ion-containing solution to a bipolar membrane electrodialysis to produce an acid liquid; an ion-exchange step, which comprises contacting the exchangeable-ion containing solid material with the acid liquid and conducting the ion-exchange to produce a slurry containing the ion-exchanged solid material; a solid-liquid separation step, which comprises subjecting the slurry containing the ion-exchanged solid material to a solid-liquid separation to produce a solid phase and a liquid phase, adjusting the liquid phase to a pH of 4-6.5, and subjecting the pH-adjusted liquid phase to a solid-liquid separation to produce a treatment liquid. Oxalic acid is used in at least one of the bipolar membrane electrodialysis step, the ion-exchange step, and the solid-liquid separation step. |
| US10518218B2 |
Apparatus and methods for solution processing
Equipment, systems, processes and techniques for conducting processing of solutions are described. The techniques can be applied to provide diluted solution (i.e. purified solvent), concentrate solution or each. A variety of specific equipment, example systems and processes are depicted and described. |
| US10518213B2 |
Carbon dioxide capturing apparatus, carbon dioxide capturing method, and amine compound capturing method
In accordance with an embodiment, a carbon dioxide capturing apparatus includes a first absorbing unit, a regeneration unit, a water washing capturing unit, and a pre-amine capturing unit. The first absorbing unit brings a gas containing carbon dioxide into contact with an absorbing liquid containing an amine compound, and discharges the absorbing liquid which has absorbed carbon dioxide as a rich liquid. The regeneration unit releases a carbon dioxide gas from the rich liquid sent from the first absorbing unit. The water washing capturing unit captures the amine compound entrained in a decarbonated treatment gas sent from the first absorbing unit. The pre-amine capturing unit receives part of the rich liquid from the first absorbing unit, and traps the amine compound entrained in the decarbonated treatment gas by bringing the decarbonated treatment gas from the first absorbing unit into countercurrent contact with the part of the rich liquid. |
| US10518207B2 |
Automatic air filter with enhanced air flow filtering area
An air filter system in accordance with the present invention includes a filter housing that defines an airflow channel. A supply roll of a filter medium, and a take-up roll for receiving the filter medium from the supply roll are positioned parallel to each other in the airflow channel. A plurality of wire mesh diverter-screens are positioned between the supply roll and the take-up roll to establish a tortuous path for statically positioning the filter medium across the airflow channel. Periodically, the take-up roll can be rotated to draw replacement filter medium into position on the tortuous path. |
| US10518205B2 |
Air cleaner
An air cleaner is provided that may include a case including a first suction inlet, the case having a cylindrical or cone shape; a fan housing provided inside of the case, the fan housing accommodating a fan therein; a filter provided at a suction side of the fan, the filter filtering foreign materials in air which is suctioned through the first suction inlet; and a housing suction flow path formed between an outer surface of the fan housing and an inner surface of the case, the housing suction flow path allowing air which is suctioned through the first suction inlet to flow toward and through the filter. The housing suction flow path may include a first flow path inlet having a predetermined first width, and a second flow path inlet through which air having passed through the first flow path inlet flows, the second flow path inlet having a second width greater than the first width. |
| US10518204B2 |
Assemblies; components and filter features thereof; and, methods of use and assembly
An air cleaner assembly is disclosed, along with related methods. In one aspect, the air cleaner assembly has a housing including a housing body and a removable cover that together define an interior volume for holding a filter cartridge. The housing body can include a first plurality of lugs, wherein each of the first plurality of lugs has a first engagement surface disposed at a first angle that is oblique to a rotational plane of the cover. A second plurality of lugs can be provided on the cover, wherein each of the second plurality of lugs has a second engagement surface disposed at the first angle. A lock mechanism can also be provided that is disposed on the cover, wherein the lock mechanism includes a lock member axially movable between a locked position and an unlocked position to selectively secure the cover to the housing body. |
| US10518201B2 |
Multi-mode filtered showerhead having multiple nozzle assemblies
A multi-mode showerhead having a housing with a front and a back and an offset integrated water filter system incorporated into the showerhead. The multi-mode showerhead has a pair of water outlets in the front and a water filter cartridge is easily added to or removed from a hollow filter chamber formed in the showerhead by the removal of a first, front facing adjustable spray nozzle assembly removably held in a first water outlet connected to the hollow filter chamber. A switch to selectively change the spray pattern of a second nozzle assembly is mounted on the front between the pair of water outlets. The entire showerhead with the first and second spray nozzle assemblies and the integrated offset water filter system is mounted on a shower arm by means of a swivel joint forming an inlet on the back of the housing and connected to the hollow filter chamber. |
| US10518200B2 |
No filter no run fluid filtration system
A filter system including a designated filter cartridge including a geometric projection therein and a filter cartridge housing. The filter cartridge housing including a valve that controls fluid flow out of the filter system, a filter cartridge housing, and a filter cartridge housing cover. The valve may include an opening keyed to the geometric projection such that the geometric projection engages the opening and actuates the valve, and the valve may be configured to attach to the filter cartridge housing cover by a snap fit connection. |
| US10518199B2 |
Treatment solution supply apparatus
A treatment solution supply apparatus for supplying a treatment solution to a treatment solution discharge unit that discharges the treatment solution to a treatment body, includes: a temporary storage apparatus that temporarily stores the treatment solution supplied from a treatment solution supply source that stores the treatment solution; a filter that removes a foreign substance in the treatment solution from the temporary storage apparatus; and a pump that sends the treatment solution from which the foreign substance has been removed by the filter to the treatment solution discharge unit, wherein the temporary storage apparatus has a pressure-feeding function of pressure-feeding the treatment solution stored in the temporary storage apparatus. |
| US10518197B2 |
Monolithic separation membrane structure and method of manufacture thereof
A monolithic separation membrane structure comprises a substrate, a first support layer and a separation membrane. The substrate is composed of a porous material and including a plurality of through holes. The first support layer is formed on an inner surface of the plurality of through holes. The separation membrane arranged in the first support layer. The first support layer includes an aggregate material having alumina as a main component, an inorganic binder have titania as a main component, and a sintering additive having at least one of silica and magnesia as a main component. |
| US10518196B2 |
Devices for separation of particulates, associated methods and systems
A separation device, system and associated method are provided herein for separation of particulates form a base fluid. The separation device comprises a first microchannel comprising a fluid inlet and a mesofluidic collection chamber. The mesofluidic collection chamber has a first side and a second side, wherein the mesofluidic collection chamber is operatively coupled to the first microchannel on the first side, and wherein the mesofluidic collection chamber comprises a first fluid outlet at the second side, such that the fluid inlet, first microchannel, and first fluid outlet are in fluidic communication via the mesofluidic collection chamber. |
| US10518192B1 |
Turn-key design for connecting a plurality of planar surfaces
Most children's construction sets fail when to comes to providing children with a fast and easy way to build large structures, such as houses and forts. They fail because the methods they use to connect the pieces of the set are not feasible, don't enable the children to build large structure, or quickly damage the pieces themselves. This application represents years of refinement to produce a novel “turn-key” design that makes it very easy for children to build such structures—or any other large objects they can imagine. The novelty of this approach includes a slotted “Connecting Element” that users can slip between cutout made in the edges of “Planar Elements.” The user inserts the Connecting Element, lines up the slots on the element with the edges of two adjacent Planar Elements, and then rotates the Connecting Element approximately 90 degrees to connect said Planar Elements using friction and compression. |
| US10518189B2 |
Tool for use with toy construction elements
A tool for separating blocks and other elements from an assembly of toy construction elements is disclosed. The tool may include a coupling end that can attach to pegs and/or openings in a block and is configured for easily prying off the block. The tool may include a moving member that can be used to configure the coupling end in two different configurations for coupling to either the top or bottom of a block. |
| US10518186B2 |
Kite flying method, assembly and device
A kite assembly and method of flying a kite from a wind source such as a fan, generally indoors, incorporating multiple tethers to provide generally stable, controlled and sustainable flight. The kite assembly provides for multiple tethers set to appropriate lengths and tethered to appropriate places on the kite and the wind source. Multiple tethers help balance the kite and prevent the kite from flying out of the lifting zone of the airflow created by the wind source, when the wind source is stationary, rotated, oscillating or being moved around a room. The tethers generally diverge from the kite and as a result the kite flying characteristics or direction of flight can be controlled in ways not possible with traditionally tethered kites, which typically have single or converging tethers. Multiple kites may be flown from one fan, or connected to one another to form unique flying combinations. |
| US10518183B2 |
Light-up toy with motion sensing capabilities
A toy for use in an environment, such as a bedroom of a child that has a horizontal floor or shelf, includes an enclosure, such as a plush toy, that has an outside surface defining an interior volume. An internal circuit is electrically connected to a battery, a timer function, a transducer such as an LED, a user input switch, and at least one environmental sensor such as a motion sensor. The circuit includes an off mode, a guard mode wherein the circuit actuates the at least one transducer for a first active time interval upon detection of an environmental change, and optionally a companion mode wherein the circuit activates the at least one transducer for a second active time interval upon detection of an environmental change by the at least one environmental sensor. Thereafter the circuit deactivates the at least one transducer after a second all-quite time interval. |
| US10518182B2 |
Method for creating a mini-game
A starting location for the mini-game is chosen in the legacy game state. A snapshot is generated of that location. Once the snapshot is taken, trigger events are identified. Triggers corresponding to the trigger events are identified. A mini-game script is generated using the snapshot and triggers. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. |
| US10518178B1 |
Systems and methods for transfer of rights pertaining to game assets between users of an online gaming platform
Systems and methods for transfer of rights pertaining to game assets operate between users of an online gaming platform. Exemplary implementations may: tokenize a game asset into a tokenized game asset; record, on a distributed blockchain, ownership of a beneficiary right to a share resulting from selling the game asset; responsive to a sale of the game asset, transfer the share resulting from the sale to a first beneficiary; responsive to a transfer of ownership of a particular virtual item from the first beneficiary to a second beneficiary, and responsive to a second sale of the game asset, transferring a second share resulting from the second sale to the second beneficiary in accordance with the beneficiary right. |
| US10518177B2 |
Game control method, system, and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium
Players with a wide range of levels or attack strength can enjoy a time-limited group battle, and the participation rate can be expected to improve throughout the set time slot. A battle time managing unit refers to a timer and a memory resource to manage the time of a battle between groups. A battle condition extraction unit refers to the memory resource and checks whether to change a battle condition during the time of the battle. A target changing unit refers to the memory resource to set a target of change based on the battle condition. A battle condition changing unit changes the battle condition for the target of change that was selected by the target changing unit. Based on the changed battle condition, a battle rendering unit executes rendition processing for the game related to the battle. |
| US10518171B2 |
Game system, game apparatus, storage medium having game program stored thereon, operation determination method, and information processing apparatus
In a case where an attitude is included in a predetermined first range at a timing when a predetermined instruction operation is made by use of an input device, an instruction operation is determined to be successful. In a case where the attitude is included in a second range outside the first range at the timing of the instruction operation, it is further determined that the instruction operation is successful in a case where within a predetermined time period after the timing, the attitude is included in the first range or a third range including at least a part of the first range, and further the operation device is put into a still state or a state of moving by a predetermined amount or less. |
| US10518163B2 |
Location-aware fitness monitoring methods, systems, and program products, and applications thereof
Location-aware fitness monitoring program products, systems, and methods, and applications thereof, are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method for providing information about an athletic activity includes the steps of displaying to a user via a computer performance parameter information regarding an individual's performance during the athletic activity as a function of time, and displaying to the user via the computer the title of a music track that was played for the individual by a portable fitness monitoring device during the athletic activity, wherein the display of the title of the music track occurs in response to the user specifying via the computer a particular point in time during the athletic activity. |
| US10518159B1 |
Soft-toss pitching machine
A soft-toss pitching machine for soft-pitch practice includes a housing and a feeder tube coupled within an inside of the housing and extending from a feed aperture to a dispense aperture. A plurality of legs is coupled to the housing. A swivel is coupled to the housing and a pitcher arm is coupled to the swivel. The pitcher arm has a rest position, a first alternate wound position, and a second alternate release position in front of the housing. A pitcher hand is coupled to the pitcher arm and is configured to secure a ball with the pitcher arm in, and moving between, the rest position and the first alternate wound position. The pitcher hand is configured to release the ball when the pitcher arm moves to the release position. A drive is in operational communication with the swivel and moves the pitcher arm. |
| US10518157B2 |
Training apparatus for combat sports
Apparatus is provided for training people in technique and tactics for use in wrestling and other combat sports. The apparatus presented comprises a rigid and elastic frame, padding, low-friction feet or runners, and a platform for another user or weights, to add mass and resistance for the user training with the apparatus. A user may use the apparatus to practice penetration techniques, agility, and strength while training in free motion. The apparatus leads the user to use her or his body weight, the weight of the apparatus, and optionally added weight, in training while on matted surfaces, providing a better training experience and practice than prior art training devices. The present invention solves problems with the currently available means and apparatuses of practicing penetration techniques and tactics. |
| US10518155B2 |
Pool game device, system, and method
A kit comprising at least 2 devices adapted to be easily attached by way of suction to one or more sides or a bottom of a swimming pool, each of the devices having a grab member adapted to be grabbed by a hand of a child player or an adult player, the devices adapted to be easily attached to a side or bottom of the pool. A game can be played with the devices after they are attached at separate points such that a player may grab a first device with one hand and then a second device with another hand, moving along said side or said bottom while remaining under water. The device comprises a housing having an upper grab member having a height, diameter, cross-section, shape, and surface configured to be grabbed by a hand of a child or an adult, an actuator member configured to move up and down within the upper grab member, a spring member within the upper grab member arranged and adapted to urge the actuator member in an upward direction, and a flexible disk shaped member adapted to engage a swimming pool side or bottom by suction. The device is waterproof and is designed to be engaged by suction by pressing a release button while the flexible disk shaped member is pressed against an underwater pool surface. |
| US10518153B2 |
System and method for improving a basketball player's shooting including a tracking and control system for tracking, controlling and reporting statistics
A device for assisting a user during basketball practice is disclosed. The device includes an ejector that launches a basketball, a control system that detects and records shooting data and programs the ejector, and an interface that has a plurality of indicia and communicates with the control system. A report generator is included that generates a report on the shooting data. In exemplary embodiments, a tracking device may detect the location of the basketball and a sensor may detect if the basketball passes through the goal. |
| US10518149B2 |
Golf clubs with hosel inserts and methods of manufacturing golf clubs with hosel inserts
Embodiments of golf club heads with hosel inserts are presented herein. Other embodiments can be described and claimed. |
| US10518148B2 |
Apparatus for applying gripping to a tapered elongated shaft
An apparatus for aiding the re-gripping golf clubs is presented. In an embodiment, a support base comprises an aperture, wherein the aperture is wider than at least a portion of a tapered elongated shaft and narrower than a second wider portion of the tapered elongated shaft. A slot extends from an end of the support base to the aperture. A user may then slide a golf club through the slot and push down to secure the club in place during re-gripping. |
| US10518142B2 |
Set of golf clubs
A set of golf clubs including golf club heads having improved mass distribution characteristics. The set includes golf club heads having a club head main body including a hitting face and a face support, a muscle back shell and a weight insert. |
| US10518141B2 |
CG height adjustability by conformal weighting
A golf club head comprising a conformal weight sized to fit within a recess or channel disposed in a crown or sole is disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the crown or sole itself is a conformal weight, and is removably affixed to a base structure comprising a striking face and a skeletal support structure. In other embodiments, the golf club head comprises a conformal weight in the form of a sole cap that is removably affixed to the golf club head and covers small weight ports disposed in the sole. |
| US10518138B2 |
Sports balls
A sports ball outer casing comprising a ball-shape frame (4) defining a plurality of openings (6, 6a, 6b) and a plurality of panels (8), each panel being secured to the frame to cover a respective one of said plurality of openings. In this construction the frame provides a ‘skeleton’-like structure that can follow what would be the seam lines between panels in a conventional ball casing. |
| US10518133B2 |
Device power saving during exercise
A method includes: supporting a normal operation mode during which functionalities of a portable apparatus are available through an operating system of the apparatus, wherein the operating system includes a plurality of layers including a kernel and library functions-layer; supporting a limited operation mode during which the apparatus is configured to execute a physical activity algorithm based on physical activity data corresponding to a physical activity session performed by a user of the apparatus, wherein the physical activity algorithm applies a direct low-level hardware access bypassing at least the layers above the kernel and the library functions-layer; and switching between the normal operation mode and the limited operation mode. |
| US10518132B2 |
Trampoline for use as an input device for an electronic game
A trampoline as a controller or an input device for playing games, comprising a frame having a flexible mat divided into input zones and one or more neutral zones, a sensor arrangement to detect activity on V the flexible mat, a controller configured to determine the bounce location and bounce zone of the activity and provide this information to a feedback generator for playing games on the trampoline, such that a user uses the trampoline to play games by jumping on the input and neutral zones. |
| US10518131B2 |
Normalizing scores of one or more predefined segments to establish pace comparisons of actors that participate in physical activities on the predefined segments
A computer-implemented method, according to one embodiment, includes calculating or receiving a normalized score for each segment of at least one route based on physical route conditions and environmental route conditions of the associated route, generating a pace comparison of multiple actors participating in a physical activity under different route conditions, and outputting the pace comparison. The pace comparison is based on the normalized scores of the segments of the route associated with each respective actor and a pace of each respective actor on the respective route. A computer program product for comparing paces of multiple actors, according to another embodiment, includes a computer readable storage medium having program instructions embodied therewith. The program instructions are readable and/or executable by a computer to cause the computer to perform the foregoing method. |
| US10518130B2 |
Instructing actions of athletes using data from peripherals
A system that is configured to coordinate movement of athletes during drills and exercises. The system may be configured for receiving position data, in real-time, that relates to a location of a player on a venue, comparing the position data with registration data for tracked locations on the venue found in an instruction listing, selecting an instruction from the instruction listing indicating that the real-time position data corresponds with the registration data for the tracked locations, and generating an output that conveys the instruction to the player to perform an action. In on implementation, the system 100 may also process ball-related data, in conjunction with the real-time position data, where the ball-related data relates to the presence or absence of the ball at, near, or in proximity to portable equipment (e.g., a lacrosse stick) carried by the athletes during game play. |
| US10518123B2 |
Adjustable dumbbell system
An adjustable dumbbell system may include a base, two or more weights, a handle assembly, an additional weight, and selection assembly. The two or more weights may be supported by the base and grouped into a first set of weights associated with one end of the dumbbell system and a second set of weights associated with an opposing end of the dumbbell system. The handle assembly may be selectively fixedly joined to the first and second set of weights. The additional weight may be disposed distally of the handle assembly. The selection assembly may be secured to the additional weight. The selection assembly may include a selection member that may be linearly moveable between a selected position where the additional weight is operatively secured to the handle assembly and an unselected position where the additional weight is disengaged from the handle assembly. |
| US10518122B2 |
Exercise device
A portable exercise device for exercising the muscles of the upper body and thighs. The device comprises a pair of elongate members having a body engaging element for receiving the thighs of the user to hold the device in a stable, fixed position, a spring portion that joins the elongate members in a generally parallel configuration, and optionally a pair of handgrips at the ends of the elongate members. Methods of using the device of the invention are also provided. |
| US10518118B2 |
Fire hydrant assembly
A fire hydrant assembly for use with an irrigation riser stub may include a generally cylindrically-shaped main body having an open end and a closed end. The open end of the main body has an inside diameter that is sized to slidably receive an end portion of the irrigation riser stub. A seal disposed within the open end of the main body is sized to sealingly engage the irrigation riser stub. A nipple having a threaded end and a plain end is mounted within an opening provided in a side portion of the main body so that the threaded end may be threaded onto a fire hose assembly. An actuator shaft extends through a shaft opening defined by the closed end of the main body so that a head end of the actuator shaft is disposed outside the main body and so that a distal end of the actuator shaft is disposed within an interior cavity defined by the main body. A yoke mounted to the distal end of the actuator shaft is sized to operatively engage a valve stem associated with the irrigation riser stub. |
| US10518110B1 |
Systems and methods for calibrating and controlling collimator leaves
Systems and methods for calibrating and controlling leaves of a multi-leaf collimator are disclosed. According to an exemplary method, a controller may receive images of collimator leaves and may determine a minor offset between an imaging marker and the tip of the respective leaf. In addition, the controller may quantify a barrel distortion effect associated with a leaf-imaging camera. The controller may correct leaf position data using the minor offsets and barrel distortion quantification, and may use the corrected leaf positions to accurately place the leaves during radiotherapy. Advantageously, a desired beam shaping window may be formed with the leaves, ensuring that healthy tissue is minimally irradiated while also ensuring that the target tissue receives the correct radiation dose. Embodiments of the present disclosure provide collimator calibration techniques which may be faster than prior calibration techniques, allowing shortened calibration times and faster radiotherapy sessions. |
| US10518108B2 |
Therapy system containing an MRI module and means for determining the position of an RF coil
The present disclosure relates to a therapy system (100) comprising a radiotherapy device (102) configured to deliver and direct a radiotherapy beam along an axis to a predefined target position (117) in an imagine zone (138, 146) within an MR module (106) of the therapy system (100). The predefined target position (117) is matched with a position of an RF coil (140) of the MR module (106). |
| US10518106B2 |
Device and method for low intensity optical hair growth control
The present invention discloses a device and a method for controlling growth of hair on human skin with low doses of electromagnetic radiation, and a device for carrying out the method. In the method, radiation of a suitable spectrum is applied to the skin, in one or more pulses of between 1 and 100 ms, and with maximum fluencies on the skin between 1 and 12 J/cm2. By applying such low fluencies and at controlled pulse durations, follicles of the hairs are induced to the catagen phase. This means that the growth of the hairs of those follicles will stop. Although the method is not primarily aimed at immediate hair removal, hairs may be shed subsequently. In any case, further growth may be stopped for prolonged periods of time. The main advantage of the method is that the risk of damage to the skin is minimized. |
| US10518104B2 |
Systems and methods of unattended treatment
In accordance with various aspects of the present teachings, systems and methods for applying treatment energy, e.g., electromagnetic radiation such as laser radiation in the visible and near infrared wavelengths, to body areas having bulges and fat deposits, loose skin, pain, acne and/or wounds. In some aspects, the systems and methods can enable relatively lengthy treatments to be performed by having the practitioner set-up and/or start the treatment, thereafter allowing the treatment to proceed safely and effectively without the continued presence of the practitioner. |
| US10518099B2 |
Transcranial magnetic stimulation system and methods
A transcranial magnetic stimulation device in accordance with embodiments of the present invention comprises a head mount for disposition on a head of a patient and configured with a plurality of attachment points, a plurality of magnetic assembly devices connected to the plurality of attachment points, a given magnetic assembly device equipped with an actuator device to actuate a magnet, is addressable, and configured to receive a control signal addressed to the given magnetic assembly device, and a processor having a memory and configured by program code. The processor is configured to: select one or more treatment protocol units, generate a control signal using at least information contained in the selected treatment protocol units, energize at least one magnetic assembly device over a period of time to cause the magnet to actuate according to the control signal, and monitor the patient response to energizing the at least one magnetic assembly device. |
| US10518098B2 |
Methods and systems for controlling magnetic fields and magnetic field induced current
The present invention discloses methods and systems to control magnetic fields and magnetic field induced currents, and more particularly to provide stimulations within a patient's body, such as deep brain stimulation, in a non-invasive manner and with greater focus and control than has been afforded by prior known methods and systems. In accordance with certain aspects of an embodiment, an array of magnetic coils is provided and positionable about a portion of a patient's body. During operation, at least some of the magnetic coils function as DC coil pairs configured to generate a DC magnetic field, while at least some DC coil of the other magnetic coils function as transient magnetic field generators to generate an induced current within a portion of the patient's body, such as in a region of the patient's brain. The system is configured such that the DC magnetic fields may be used to manipulate the transient magnetic fields, in turn allowing significantly improved control and focus of the induced current within a specifically desired volume of interest within a patient's body. |
| US10518097B2 |
Workpiece with integrated battery
A workpiece, such as a treatment workpiece, for use with a non-powered appliance is disclosed. The workpiece includes a rechargeable or non-rechargeable battery integrated into the workpiece housing. The workpiece in some examples can be configured such that the battery is neither removable nor replaceable. The capacity of the battery can either be selected so as to provide at least a single use of the workpiece or to correspond to the recommended replacement period (e.g., 90 days) of the workpiece. |
| US10518095B2 |
System for repeated delivery of implantable devices
Disclosed herein is a medical tool adapted to engage and disengage with leadless pacemakers to allow for the repeated use of the tool in delivering and implanting multiple leadless pacemakers into a patient heart in a serial or repeated manner. The tool includes a handle, an attachment mechanism, a torque portion, and a rotation limiter. The handle includes a housing. The attachment mechanism is operably coupled to the housing and configured to actuate between a released state and an engaged state. The torque portion is operably coupled to the housing and rotatable relative to the housing to transition the attachment mechanism between the released and engaged states. The torque portion includes a shaft. The rotation limiter is in sliding engagement with the shaft between a first stop and a second stop. The rotation limiter includes a first helical thread. The tool also includes a second helical thread in threaded engagement with the first helical thread and operably coupled to the housing. Rotation of the torque portion rotates the rotation limiter such that the first helical thread is rotated against the second helical thread, thereby driving the rotation limiter along the shaft between the first stop and the second stop. |
| US10518093B2 |
Method and apparatus for programming neuromodulation devices
An example of a system for delivering neurostimulation pulses to a patient using a plurality of electrodes and controlling the delivery of the neurostimulation pulses by a user may include a programming control circuit and a user interface. The programming control circuit may be configured to generate a plurality of stimulation parameters controlling delivery of neurostimulation pulses according to one or more stimulation waveforms. The interface may include a display screen and an interface control circuit. The interface control circuit may be configured to define the one or more stimulation waveforms, and may include an impedance presentation module. The impedance presentation module may be configured to determine values of impedances each between two electrodes of the plurality of electrodes for all of combinations of two electrodes available from the plurality of electrodes and display the determined values of impedances on the display screen. |
| US10518090B2 |
System and method to modulate phrenic nerve to prevent sleep apnea
An implantable medical device for treating breathing disorders such as central sleep apnea wherein stimulation is provided to the phrenic never through a transvenous lead system with the stimulation beginning after inspiration to extend the duration of a breath and to hold the diaphragm in a contracted condition. |
| US10518087B2 |
Dysphagia test device, dysphagia test method, dysphagia treatment device, and stimulating current setting method
A dysphagia treatment device includes: a current application unit configured to be attached to a target portion of a treated person in order to percutaneously apply current to a biological tissue of the neck including superior laryngeal nerve of the treated person; a control unit configured to control the current application unit such that percutaneous stimulation caused by an interference wave or a pseudo interference wave is applied to the biological tissue of the neck including the superior laryngeal nerve; an operation unit configured to adjust the current to be applied by the current application unit, to a sensory threshold at which the treated person becomes aware of the percutaneous stimulation; and a display unit configured to display index information based on the sensory threshold. |
| US10518085B2 |
Disc therapy
Apparatus (20) for treating an intervertebral disc (30) of a subject is provided. The apparatus (20) includes at least three intra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (40), which are configured to be implanted within a nucleus pulposus (42) of the disc (30), at different respective locations; and one or more extra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (44), which are configured to be implanted outside the nucleus pulposus (42), in electrical communication with the disc (30). Control circuitry (50) is configured to (a) configure the intra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (40) to be cathodes, and the one or more extra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (44) to be one or more anodes, and (b) drive the intra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (40) and the one or more extra-pulposus exposed electrode surfaces (44) to electroosmotically drive fluid into the nucleus pulposus (40) to increase pressure in the disc (30). |
| US10518079B2 |
System and methods to modulate an electric field in an environment
A system and methods are provided for simulating a fair weather electric field in an environment to promote the well-being of a subject. A converter provides a DC output to generate a DC electric field in between positive and negative electrodes in an environment, where the positive electrode is proximal to a positive part of a subject and the negative electrode is proximal to a negative part of the subject. An electric field detector measures and transmits data about the strength of the actual electric field in the environment. A microprocessor receives the data and compares the information to the parameters of a fair weather electric field to direct the function of a pulse width modulator, modulate the DC output and thereby simulate the fair weather electric field in real-time. Means are provided for filtering out over-voltages, pulses and over-currents to ensure the controlled modulation of the DC electric field. |
| US10518075B2 |
Method and apparatus for fluid delivery
A method for delivering fluid to a brain of a subject is disclosed. This method includes the steps of: making one or more incisions in a subject; implanting one or more catheters in the brain of the subject; subcutaneously implanting a first part of a modular fluid delivery apparatus in the subject, the first part of the modular fluid delivery apparatus comprising a first length of tubing having a first end and a second end, the first end having a first fluid connector portion attached thereto and the second end being connected to the one or more catheters; and closing the one or more incisions such that the first part of the modular fluid delivery apparatus and the one or more catheters are entirely subcutaneously implanted within the subject. |
| US10518074B2 |
Compositions comprising nanostructures for cell, tissue and artificial organ growth, and methods for making and using same
The invention provides articles of manufacture comprising biocompatible nanostructures comprising nanotubes and nanopores for, e.g., organ, tissue and/or cell growth, e.g., for bone, kidney or liver growth, and uses thereof, e.g., for in vitro testing, in vivo implants, including their use in making and using artificial organs, and related therapeutics. The invention provides lock-in nanostructures comprising a plurality of nanopores or nanotubes, wherein the nanopore or nanotube entrance has a smaller diameter or size than the rest (the interior) of the nanopore or nanotube. The invention also provides dual structured biomaterial comprising micro- or macro-pores and nanopores. The invention provides biomaterials having a surface comprising a plurality of enlarged diameter nanopores and/or nanotubes. |
| US10518072B2 |
Needle-shaped body
A needle-shaped body including a support section having a tubular shape with a center axis being a reference line, the support section having a proximal end and a distal end, a support substrate positioned in the support section and movable in a direction along the reference line, a needle section positioned on a main surface of the support substrate and protruding in a direction from the proximal end toward the distal end, a connecting section that detachably attaches the support substrate to the support section, and a guiding section that guides the support substrate along the reference line. |
| US10518069B2 |
Implantable valve assembly with extended lifespan
An implantable valve assembly including a drainage catheter having a central lumen transitioning into a plurality of distinct branch lumen made of a shape memory material. A bioabsorbable dip coating secures the distal end of the plural distinct branch lumen together in physical contact with one another. Each branch lumen has an outer perimeter comprising at least one of a first outer surface section and a second outer surface section. In a secured state with the plural distinct branch lumen held together by the dip coating fluid is prohibited from passing through the holes defined in the first outer surface section. Bioabsorbable blocking members disposed about the outer perimeter of the assembled branch lumen mask holes defined in the second outer surface section prohibiting fluid from entering therein. In a time staggered fashion, the bioabsorbable elements absorb exposing new holes through which the fluid drains. |
| US10518068B2 |
Balloon catheter with adjustable inner member
A balloon catheter (10) with a shaft (14,24) extending in a longitudinal direction and having a proximal end and a distal end and an inflatable balloon positioned along the shaft. The balloon (12) includes at least one portion connected to the shaft and adapted for moving toward the proximal end thereof when the balloon is inflated. Related aspects are disclosed. |
| US10518066B2 |
Medical guidewires for tortuous vessels
Three groups of guidewire embodiments are described with particularly suitable structures for navigating circuitous vessels, especially blood vessels of the brain. Some of the guidewires have a hyperbolic taper that provides desired flexibility. In some embodiments, an integrated guide structure provides for extension in the blood vessel of a corewire to provide for extended reach of the guidewire. In further embodiments, the guidewire has a flexible tip that can be guided directly by the flow in the vessel. |
| US10518065B2 |
Method for facilitating intranasal guidance
A method for visualization and/or administration of medication of and into the sphenopalatine/pterygopalatine recess of a patient is provided. The method includes providing a sphenocath and inserting a guidewire into the nostril of a patient to a target area proximate the sphenopalatine/pterygopalatine recess of the patient. The sphenocath is advanced over the guidewire and a catheter hub of the sphenocath is rotated relative to a sheath hub to conform to an anatomy of the patient's sphenopalatine/pterygopalatine recess, such that the distal end of the catheter tube is proximal to the target area. The sphenocath is then advanced relative to a sheath assembly so that the distal end of a sphenocath catheter tube extends from a sphenocath sheath tube distal end and bends along the guidewire. The guidewire is removed and contrast media, fluids, and/or medication is administered to the patient's sphenopalatine/pterygopalatine ganglion disposed within the sphenopalatine recess of the patient. |
| US10518062B2 |
Support or supply system for medical devices
A console for supplying medical-technical devices in a treatment room has a support frame and several connectors or sockets for medical-technical supply or for withdrawal of gases and/or electrical supply currents, as well as for providing electronic communication paths for medical-technical end devices. The console can incorporate an audio playback system integrated in the support frame for filling the treatment room with predetermined soothing or therapeutic sounds. The support system may be adapted for being mounted to or suspended from a ceiling mount in a treatment room, and can have a support frame having an integrated and medically approved audio playback system. |
| US10518058B2 |
Mask assembly
A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face. |
| US10518056B2 |
Cannula holders
Cannula holders for holding a nasal cannula are described. The cannula holders may also be configured to hold a CPAP mask, BIPAP mask, nebulizer mask, or any other piece of medical equipment. The cannula holders may be used to help prevent a nasal cannula from coming into contact with unclean surfaces when not in use, helping to keep the nasal cannula clean. The cannula holders may help prevent a nasal cannula from falling onto the floor or elsewhere when not in use. The cannula holders provide an alternative to placing or hanging a nasal cannula on equipment, furniture, or elsewhere. |
| US10518051B2 |
Closed automated suction device and method
A closed automated suction device (CASD) is described. The device is designed to overcome the need for manual suction and to facilitate strict asepsis in patients who are endotracheally intubated or tracheostomied. The device includes an outer tube with an inner tube concentrically nested within to define a cavity therebetween. The inner tube comprises a passage extended therethrough for providing ventilation, and the cavity between the inner and outer tubes is configured for communication with a vacuum source to provide aspiration. |
| US10518050B2 |
Synchronous airway pressure release ventilation
A pressure control ventilation system (10) configured to provide airway release ventilation synchronous with a breathing subject that includes a pressure generator (12) configured to generate pressurized flow of breathable gas to a subject, one or more sensors (28) configured to generate output signals conveying information related to one or more gas parameters of the pressurized flow, one or more processors (14) configured to execute computer modules comprising: a synchronization module (16) configured to detect inspiratory (39, 45) and expiratory (40, 44, 59) flow phases of the subject based at least on the signals; an interval module (18) configured to define time intervals (54, 60); a control module (20) configured to control the generator to deliver flow fluctuating between a first pressure range (48) to maintain adequate lung volume and a second pressure range (50) to facilitate C02 exhalation, the control including: delivering the flow in the first range at the beginning (56) of a first time interval (54); adjusting the flow from the first to the second range responsive to a detection of a start (42) of a first expiratory flow phase (40) in the first time interval; maintaining the flow at the second range over the first expiratory phase; and maintaining the flow at the first range over a second expiratory phase (44) starting in the first time interval and following the first expiratory phase. |
| US10518049B2 |
System for automated adjustment of a pressure set by a ventilation device
The invention suggests a system for automated adjustment of a pressure set by a ventilation device, in particular a positive and-expiratory pressure and/or a maximum airway pressure, the system comprising a pressure detection arrangement for detecting a transpulmonary pressure at the end of an expiration phase and/or for detecting a transpulmonary pressure at the end of an inspiration phase, and a means for automated adjustment of the pressure set by the ventilation device on the basis of the transpulmonary pressure detected at the end of the expiration phase and/or the transpulmonary pressure detected at the end of the inspiration phase. |
| US10518048B2 |
Coordinated control of HFCWO and cough assist devices
A respiratory therapy apparatus includes components operable to simultaneously provide a High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO) therapy and a Mechanical Insufflation/Exsufflation (MIE) therapy to a patient. The respiratory therapy apparatus includes a controller that controls a synchronization of the HFCWO therapy and the MIE therapy to provide respiratory therapy to the patient to effectively clear mucous or induce deep sputum from the lungs of patient. |
| US10518046B2 |
Vein scanner with user interface
A portable vein viewer apparatus may be battery powered and hand-held to reveal patient vasculature information to aid in venipuncture processes. The apparatus comprises a first laser diode emitting infrared light, and a second laser diode emitting only visible wavelengths, wherein vasculature absorbs a portion of the infrared light causing reflection of a contrasted infrared image. A pair of silicon PIN photodiodes, responsive to the contrasted infrared image, causes transmission of a corresponding signal. The signal is processed through circuitry to amplify, sum, and filter the outputted signals, and with the use of an image processing algorithm, the contrasted image is projected onto the patient's skin surface using the second laser diode. Revealed information may comprise vein location, depth, diameter, and degree of certainty of vein locations. Projection of vein images may be a positive or a negative image. Venipuncture needles may be coated to provide visibility in projected images. |
| US10518044B2 |
Holder with safety shield for a drug delivery device
A holder with a safety shield for a drug delivery device; the shield obstructing access to a needle of the drug delivery device following use thereof. The safety shield may be actively deployed, in which case the health care worker must perform an action beyond complete depression of the pusher into the body of the drug delivery device to deploy the shield. Alternatively, the safety shield may be deployed passively or automatically, in which case deployment of the shield occurs upon complete depression of the pusher into the body, with no additional action required of the health care worker. The safety shield is springloaded and released to its extended position by a mechanical coupling of a series of position members, including levers, formed on the holder and the drug delivery device. |
| US10518043B2 |
Pen needle with safety shield system
A needle tip for an injection device includes a body having a front portion, a back portion configured to be removably connected to the pre-loaded injection device, and a wall separating the front and back portions. A hollow needle has a first piercing portion projecting back from the separating wall and a second piercing portion projecting forward from the separating wall. A safety shield that is axially movable relative to the body at least between an initial position, a retracted position, and a post use locking position. This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way. |
| US10518039B2 |
Apparatus and methods for tracking administering of medication by medication injection devices
Various apparatuses and methods for tracking the administration of medication by medication injection devices are provided. A plunger head for a medication injection device may include a first component that houses electronic components and a second component that couples to the first component to form the plunger head. When the plunger head is installed within a barrel of the medication injection device the second component may separate the first component from medication contained within the barrel. |
| US10518036B2 |
Dose setting mechanism and medicament delivery device comprising the dose setting mechanism
A dose setting mechanism for a medicament delivery device, which dose setting mechanism comprises, a tubular member (10) having a longitudinal track (18) of a predetermined length; a dose drum (40), coaxial with the tubular member (10), and being axially and rotationally movable relative to the tubular member (10); a stop member (90), axially movable but rotationally locked relative to the tubular member (10), and further being in an axially slaved connection with the dose drum (40); wherein the stop member (90) comprises a track follower (98) in engagement with the longitudinal track (18), such that rotational movement of the dose drum (40) relative to the tubular member (10) may cause a maximum axial displacement of the dose drum (40) and the stop member(90), relative to the tubular member (10), corresponding to said predetermined length. |
| US10518032B2 |
Medicament delivery device having an activating mechanism
The disclosure relates to medicament delivery device including an activating mechanism, wherein the activating mechanism includes a hollow injection needle, a cartridge containing a dosage of a medicament, a cartridge carrier including at least one resilient arm for holding the cartridge, a removable needle cap for covering the injection needle, and a drive element adapted to couple with the cartridge, wherein the cartridge is retained in a position spaced apart from the injection needle in a proximal direction (P) by the at least one resilient arm when the medicament delivery device is in an initial position (P1), and wherein by removing the needle cap, the cartridge is releasable to be pushed into a distal direction (D) by the drive element with respect to the cartridge carrier. |
| US10518031B2 |
Bolus calculator with probabilistic glucose measurements
Methods and devices involving using a bolus calculator for calculating a correction insulin dose accounting for continuous glucose monitoring noise. More specifically, methods and devices using an algorithm executed by a processor of the bolus calculator and using a glucose measurement and uncertainty of the glucose measurement to determine if a standard correction dose should be adjusted once calculations are performed for the standard correction dose and hypoglycemia-averse correction insulin dose and the two doses are compared. |
| US10518029B2 |
Infusion device
The present invention relates to an infusion device comprising a housing; a compartment inside said housing for positioning a medicament container, an infusion needle arranged to said housing, being connectable to said medicament container for delivering a dose of medicament, a piston plunger arranged in said housing capable of acting on said medicament container for delivering a dose of medicament, mechanical drive means capable of acting on said piston plunger for delivering a dose of medicament. The invention is characterised in that said piston plunger comprises a number of distinct segments being inter-connectable to each other for forming an elongated piston plunger. |
| US10518027B2 |
Peristaltic pump
A peristaltic pump comprises a tube for transporting a material, wherein the tube is arranged linearly along a longitudinal axis. The peristaltic pump further comprises a pump head for causing a squeezing of the tube, wherein the pump head is rotatable about a rotation axis. |
| US10518026B2 |
Drug administration mechanism, method for using drug administration mechanism, and pump unit for drug administration mechanism
The present invention relates to a dosing mechanism including: a body; and a pump unit (3) that is attached to the body, in which the pump unit (3) includes: a pump (31) in which a volume of a solution feeding part therein repeats expansion and shrinkage, thereby sucking a medicine from a medicine vessel and discharging the medicine to a patient; a suction-side pipe (333) that extends from the pump (31) toward the medicine vessel; a discharge-side pipe (343) that extends from the pump (31) toward the patient; a relief pipe (35, 35a) whose one end (351) is connected to the discharge-side pipe (343) while the other end (352) is located in a part whose pressure is lower than pressure inside the discharge-side pipe when the medicine is dosed; and a relief pipe on-off valve (36, 36a) that opens and closes the relief pipe (35, 35a), a use method of a dosing mechanism, and a pump unit for a dosing mechanism. |
| US10518025B2 |
Infusion set
In an infusion set, a spike or a connector for connection with an intravenous drip needle is covered by a cap, arranged at which there is an opening configured so as to not allow passage therethrough of solid or liquid but so as to allow passage therethrough of gas at the interior of the cap, a hydrophobic filter being arranged at a location inward from where the tip of the spike or the connector for connection with an intravenous drip needle is inserted at the interior of the cap by way of an insertion port, and a lid at the exterior of said opening for closing said opening. A three-way stopcock having a primary tubing downstream branch connector equipped with a mechanism that connects in such fashion as to permit rotation about primary tubing as axis is provided. |
| US10518024B2 |
Centering apparatus
The present disclosure relates to a centering apparatus for the orderly insertion of objects into a storage container comprising: a plate-like base body, a plurality of first indentations adjacent to one another in an outer edge of the base body, a cut-out in the base body, and a plurality of mutually adjacent second indentations in an edge of the cut-out, wherein the first indentations and the second orientations have the same orientation. |
| US10518023B2 |
Medical injection device with telescopically movable needle shield having a cleaning chamber for the needle
The invention relates to a pre-filled injection device for apportioning set dose of a liquid drug. The housing of the pre-filled injection device internally supports a non-replaceable cartridge (160) having an hollow interior containing a liquid preservative containing drug and externally supporting a removable protective cap (150). The piston rod drive system of the injection device comprises a piston rod abutting a plunger provided inside the cartridge. A needle cannula (130) having a distal part with a distal tip and an opposite proximal part and a lumen there between is insertable into the cartridge. A telescopically movable (110) shield movable from an extended position covering at least the distal tip of the needle cannula to a retracted position exposing at least the distal tip of the needle cannula is further provided. The telescopically movable shield carries a cleaning chamber (120) able to contain a quantum of the liquid preservative containing drug for cleaning at least the distal tip of the needle cannula between subsequent injections. The quantum of the liquid preservative containing drug contained in the hollow interior of the cartridge is transferred to the cleaning chamber through the lumen of the needle cannula by moving the cartridge axially in relation to the plunger by use of a transfer assembly. |
| US10518022B1 |
Enema applicator device
An enema applicator device including a manual pump having a removable bulb portion and an L-shaped tube, a frustoconical connector having a top side, a bottom side, and an opening, an applicator portion having a frustoconical base and an applicator tube, an aperture medially and continuously disposed through the base of the applicator portion, a rubberized bulb cover continuously disposed around an exterior surface of the bulb portion of the pump, a tube cover continuously disposed around an exterior surface of the tube of the pump from a left side of the tube of the pump to proximal a right side of the tube of the pump, and a rubberized connector cover continuously disposed around an exterior surface of the connector from the top side of the connector to the tube cover. |
| US10518021B2 |
Composite liquid bag system holder
Embodiments of a system box for holding a bag system and methods for separating composite liquids are described. In embodiments, a bag system may be a blood bag system used to collect blood, separate the blood into components, store the components, and utilize the components in patients. The system box may hold the blood bag system. Processes can then be performed to separate components from the blood. |
| US10518020B2 |
Systems and methods for performing online extracorporeal photopheresis
Systems and methods for performing online extracorporeal photopheresis of mononuclear cells are disclosed. Whole blood is removed from a patient and introduced through a processing set into a separation chamber to separate the desired cell population from the blood. The separated cell population is processed through the set which is associated with a treatment chamber where the cells are treated. Once treated, the cells are returned to the patient. The processing set remains connected to the patient during the entire ECP treatment procedure and provides an online, sterile closed pathway between the separation chamber and the treatment chamber. |
| US10518019B2 |
Blood treatment cassette with film valve and inelastical spacer as well as blood treatment apparatus
A blood treatment cassette having a cassette body, designed as a hard part, and a film, wherein the film is connected with the hard part and covers the hard part at least partially, wherein the hard part comprises at least one valve base of a valve and wherein the valve is embodied to take, in addition to a first, open position of the valve in which the valve base and the section of the film that is arranged above it do not touch each other, a second, closed position of the valve when applying force on the section of the film in which the valve base and the section of the film touch each other. |
| US10518018B2 |
Blood purification system
A blood purification system that is capable of notifying any changes in the patient's condition on the basis of noninvasive vital sings of the patient that are observed during the blood purification treatment. An external information-processing apparatus includes an external input device into which a vital sign detected by a detecting device is inputtable in real time; a checking device capable of checking whether or not the vital sign inputted in real time into the external input device satisfies a predetermined condition; and an external output device capable of outputting, if it is determined by the checking device that the vital sign satisfies the predetermined condition, a result of the checking or checked information including the vital sign leading to the result of the checking to a blood purification apparatus. The checked information outputted from the external output device is displayable on a display included in the blood purification apparatus. |
| US10518013B2 |
Dialyzer holder and improved airless bloodline priming method
The present invention relates to a dialyzer holder to attach a dialyzer to a dialysis machine. During priming of a bloodline prior to a dialysis treatment, the dialyzer holder grips a dialyzer in approximately the center of the dialyzer, but allows movements of the dialyzer in an arc motion using two axes of rotation. The holder enables the dialyzer to move to a position where air can be primed from the dialyzer and, because the dialyzer can move toward the dialysis machine, this motion eliminates stress on the tubing connected to the bottom and top of the dialyzer and reduces the length of bloodline tubing necessary to accommodate dialyzer movement. The dialyzer holder incorporates an attachment point for a venous chamber for use during the priming procedure, enabling the venous chamber to move with the dialyzer, further reducing the tubing between the dialyzer and the venous chamber. |
| US10518012B2 |
Devices, systems, and methods for implanting and using a connector in a tissue wall
Embodiments of the present invention provide devices, systems, and methods for implanting and using a connector in a tissue wall to establish, maintain, control, and close a fluid communication between opposing surfaces of the tissue wall. The connector may include an anchoring device, a port, and a coupler device. The anchoring device may be configured for advancing at least partially through the tissue wall. The port may be positioned about a proximal end of the anchoring device, and the port may define an aperture therethrough. The coupler device may be positioned about a proximal end of the port, and the coupler device may be configured for coupling to a medical device. |
| US10518011B2 |
Systems for establishing supplemental blood flow in the circulatory system
A blood circulation assist system comprising an inflow cannula having a lumen and an insertion device configured to be received therein and to facilitate insertion of a portion of the inflow cannula into a heart chamber. The insertion device includes a shaft having distal and proximal end portions and a plurality of lumens. A first lumen is configured to receive a guidewire and a second lumen is configured to receive a pressurized fluid. A tip connected to the distal end portion of the shaft is configured for insertion into the heart chamber. The tip has a hollow interior communicating with the first shaft lumen. An inflatable member is coupled to the distal end portion of the shaft and includes a hollow interior in fluid communication with the second shaft lumen. The inflatable member is movable between deflated and inflated configurations for releasably securing the insertion device to the inflow cannula. |
| US10518005B2 |
Fluid management system with pass-through fluid volume measurement
A fluid management system including a pass-through fluid volume measurement system to provide continuous measurement of fluid returned from a surgical site during transit to a waste collection system. The pass-through fluid volume measurement system eliminates the need to physically replace full fluid collection containers during the medical procedure with new, empty fluid collection containers. |
| US10518002B2 |
Intraocular drug delivery and filter device and methods of using same
The present disclosure provides an implantable device comprising a substrate capable of capturing an intraocular target molecule and to methods of use thereof. |
| US10518001B2 |
Bioerodible magnesium alloy microstructures for endoprostheses
A bioerodible endoprosthesis includes a bioerodible magnesium alloy including between 50 weight percent and 92 weight percent magnesium, at least 5.5 weight percent in sum of one or more elements selected from the group consisting of Ho, Er, Lu, Tb and Tm, and at least 2.0 weight percent in sum of one or more elements selected from the group consisting of Y, Nd and Gd. The bioerodible magnesium alloy has a microstructure including equiaxed Mg-rich solid solution-phase grains having an average grain diameter of less than or equal to 15 microns and second-phase precipitates and/or ceramic nanoparticles in grain boundaries between the equiaxed Mg-rich solid solution-phase grains. The secondary-phase precipitates or ceramic nanoparticles have an average longest dimension of 2.0 micron or less. The microstructure can be produced by one or more equal-channel high-strain processes. |
| US10517998B2 |
Settable surgical implants and their packaging
The present invention relates to settable compositions for use in surgery. The invention also provides related compositions, including surgical kits and packages, as well as methods of making and using the settable compositions. |
| US10517997B1 |
Materials and methods using Fe3+ coordination to carboxylates
Uronate-containing polysaccharide hydrogels that can be photo-patterned are described. The method involves forming a hydrogel and imetal-coordinating it with a reducible metallic cation and exposing the hydrogel to light in a desired pattern. The exposure to light reduces the metallic cation and results in an irreversible change in the elastic moduli and pore size of the irradiated portions of the patterned hydrogel. The method aha the benefit of allowing the user to produce such a hydrogel in any pattern desired. Patterned hydrogels and cell substrates formed by this method are also described. |
| US10517996B2 |
Bioengineered allogeneic blood vessel
The present invention relates to methods for recellurization of blood vessels. This method is particularly useful for producing an allogeneic vein, wherein a donor vein is decellularized and then recellularized using whole blood or bone marrow stem cells. The allogeneic veins produced by the methods disclosed herein are particularly advantageous for implantation or transplantation into patients with vascular diseases. |
| US10517995B2 |
Super-hydrophobic materials and associated devices, systems, and methods
Superhydrophobic materials are disclosed and described, along with devices, surfaces, and associated methods. Such materials can be coated onto device surfaces, system surfaces, structures, and the like. |
| US10517993B2 |
Porous composite, bone regeneration material, and method for producing porous composite
Provided are a porous composite containing OCP and collagen having higher compressive strength than before; a bone regeneration material containing the same; and a method for producing a porous composite. The porous composite contains octacalcium phosphate and collagen, has a pore size of 5 μm to 40 μm as determined by measurement using a mercury porosimeter, and contains pores of 71 μm to 200 μm at a rate of less than or equal to 8% in all pores of less than or equal to 200 μm. |
| US10517990B2 |
Thermoreversible hydrogels from the arrested phase separation of elastin-like polypeptides
Elastin-like polypeptides (ELPs) form hydrogels upon heating. The polypeptides can comprise the generic sequence (XPAVG)n (SEQ ID NO: 4), wherein independently for each occurrence X can be any one of a number of different natural or unnatural amino acids, and n is chosen to determine the size of the protein. Hydrogels comprising the polypeptides have mechanical properties, including elastic modulus and fracture toughness, required for load-bearing applications. |
| US10517983B2 |
Hygiene article comprising an effective odour control system
The present invention relates to a hygiene article comprising an effective odour control system, wherein essential oils, an organic zinc salt such a zinc ricinoleate, and preferably a chelating agent and/or a physical agent interact synergistically to reduce malodours of bodily fluids. The present invention is of particular importance to the field of hygiene products, in particular feminine hygiene absorbent articles (sanitary napkins, panty liners). |
| US10517981B2 |
Wound dressing materials incorporating anthocyanins derived from fruit or vegetable sources
A wound dressing composition, such as gauze, bandages, and surgical tapes comprising a substrate material impregnated with a pH sensitive dye composition comprising at least one anthocyanin derived from fruit or vegetable sources, and methods of use thereof. |
| US10517979B2 |
Fragrance dispenser
A fragrance dispenser comprises a ceramic outer shell containing a gel composition. The ceramic can be greenware, and can be impregnated with a fragrance, such as in the form of a volatile oil. The gel composition can contain fragrance or deodourisers that can diffuse out of the gel and infuse the surrounding ceramic, from which it can be released into the air. The ceramic cartridge can have indentations to allow it to be retained in a desired location; these can permit the attachment of a plastic mounting clip having a plurality of flexible arms that slot into the indentations to grip and hold the cartridge in place. This mounting clip could then be used to attach the cartridge to suitable surfaces such as a bathroom wall or the interior of a dispenser housing. Furthermore, the cartridge can have a locating recess on one or more of its sides, to receive a mounting post and thereby position the dispenser accurately and inhibit dislodgement. |
| US10517978B2 |
Deodorant composition, deodorant fabric, and fiber product
A deodorant composition is capable of efficiently absorbing and removing sulfur-based gases, such as, methyl mercaptan and hydrogen sulfide. It also has excellent water dispersibility, and has excellent applicability to various fabrics, a deodorant fabric in which the deodorant composition is adhered to at least a part of a fabric, and a fiber product using the deodorant fabric at least in a part of a product. The deodorant composition contains a deodorant including a metal silicate and at least one type of an anionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of hydroxyethylidenephosphonic acid and a salt thereof, alkylsulfosuccinic acid and a salt thereof, alkylsulfonic acid and a salt thereof, and monoalkyl phosphate. The deodorant fabric is provided in which the deodorant composition is adhered to a portion of a fabric by a binder resin, and a fiber product in which the deodorant fabric is used in at least one portion. |
| US10517976B2 |
Ultraviolet system for disinfection
Ultraviolet radiation is directed within an area. The target wavelength ranges and/or target intensity ranges of the ultraviolet radiation sources can correspond to at least one of a plurality of selectable operating configurations including a sterilization operating configuration and a preservation operating configuration. |
| US10517975B2 |
Light source apparatus and method of using the same
A light source apparatus comprises a main body, a plurality of light source modules and a processor. The main body includes a plurality of configuration areas distributed on a surface of the main body. The plurality of configuration areas is oriented towards different directions, respectively. The plurality of light source modules is located in the plurality of configuration areas, respectively. Each of the plurality of light source modules includes a circuit substrate and an ultraviolet emitting device. The processor is electrically connected to the plurality of light source modules. The processor is adapted to drive the ultraviolet emitting device of each of the plurality of light source modules. A method of using a light source apparatus is also provided. |
| US10517974B2 |
Ultraviolet surface illumination system
A diffusive ultraviolet illuminator is provided. The illuminator can include a reflective mirror and a set of ultraviolet radiation sources located within a proximity of the focus point of the reflective mirror. The ultraviolet radiation from the set of ultraviolet radiation sources is directed towards a reflective surface located adjacent to the illuminator. The reflective surface can diffusively reflect at least 30% the ultraviolet radiation and the diffusive ultraviolet radiation can be within at least 40% of Lambertian distribution. A set of optical elements can be located between the illuminator and the reflective surface in order to direct the ultraviolet radiation towards at least 50% of the reflective surface. |
| US10517973B2 |
Method for the sterilization of chromatographic material and chromatographic material sterilized according to said method
The present invention relates to a method for sterilizing a chromatography material, more particularly microporous polymer membranes, to a chromatography material which has been sterilized by the method according to the invention, to the use of the chromatography material sterilized according to the invention for the chromatographic removal of contaminants from a fluid, and to a closed chromatographic filtration system comprising a chromatography material sterilized according to the invention. |
| US10517970B2 |
Method and apparatus for sterilizing a dialyzer
An apparatus for sterilizing a dialyzer for extracorporeal blood treatment includes a pulsed electric field generator arranged for generating a pulsed electric field penetrating the dialyzer received between a first electrode and a second electrode, when a pulsed electric voltage is applied between the first electrode and the second electrode of the generator. A method of sterilizing a dialyzer for extracorporeal blood treatment adapted to be executed using the apparatus incorporates, in a process for preparing or manufacturing the dialyzer, at least the steps of generating a pulsed electric field using a predetermined number of electric pulses of defined electric voltage, defined pulse duration and defined pulse-off time between the pulses, and applying the pulsed electric field to the dialyzer. |
| US10517969B2 |
Methods and kits for diagnosis of cancer and prediction of therapeutic value
A method for identifying a patient for cancer therapy can include administering a diagnostic dose of a detectably labeled first binding agent to a patient, the detectably labeled binding agent being capable of binding a molecular target. The method also includes selecting a patient for administration of a therapeutic dose of a second binding agent capable of binding a cellular target, wherein the selected patient exhibits a positive reading for the detectably labeled first binding agent. Furthermore, the method can include administering a therapeutic dose of the second binding agent to the patient. |
| US10517967B2 |
Tin sulfide quantum dots for in vivo near infrared imaging
An aqueous approach to synthesize capped SnS quantum dots (QDs) followed by optional capping molecule extension by attaching one or more extending molecules to the capping molecule via peptide bond formation at elevated temperature. The capped SnS QDs may have a capping molecule:Sn:S molar ratio of 16:3:1 to 16:12:1. A suspension of SnS QDs was heat-treated at 200° C. for 0.5-4 hrs. The obtained SnS QDs showed an NIR emission peak at 820-835 nm with an excitation wavelength at 690 nm. The as synthesized SnS QDs were found to have high positive zeta potential of ˜30 mV and thus were toxic to cells. By neutralizing the SnS QDs the cytotoxicity was reduced to an accepted level. The heat-treatment step can be obviated by adding a glycerol solution containing S2− anions and capping molecule to a glycerol solution of Sn2+ ions. |
| US10517964B2 |
Optical imaging probes, optical imaging systems, methods of optical imaging, and methods of using optical imaging probes
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for radionuclide probes, methods of using the radionuclide probes, methods of detecting an optical signal from radionuclides, methods of detecting an optical signal from a quantum dot(s) that receives optical energy from a radionuclide(s), system for analyzing optical energy emitted by a radionuclide(s), system for imaging a target within a living subject or a sample, methods of imaging a disease or condition, and the like. |
| US10517956B2 |
PSMA binding ligand-linker conjugates and methods for using
Described herein are prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA) binding conjugates that are useful for delivering therapeutic, diagnostic and imaging agents. Also described herein are pharmaceutical composition containing them and methods of using the conjugates and compositions. Also described are processes for manufacture of the conjugates and the compositions containing them. |
| US10517954B2 |
Pegylated carfilzomib compounds
The present invention provides polymeric pegylated carfilzomib compounds, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, of Formula I wherein R1, R2, linker, PEG, n and o are as defined herein. The invention also provides methods of making and using these compounds to treat cancer, and particularly to treat hematological malignancies including multiple myeloma. |
| US10517952B2 |
Nucleophile-triggered degradable materials and methods of making and using the same
Disclosed herein are degradable materials comprising the reaction product of an oxanorbornadiene crosslinker or derivative thereof and a multivalent nucleophile-terminated compound, wherein the reaction product is a degradable elastic solid capable of entraining cargo. Also disclosed herein are degradable materials comprising a polymeric and hyperbranched crosslinked material made with oxanorbornadiene linkage that can be activated for cleavage at a predetermined rate by addition of a nucleophile. Also disclosed herein are methods of making and using the same. |
| US10517951B2 |
Injectable preparation
An object of the present invention is to provide a storage-stable injectable preparation comprising a composition comprising a poorly soluble drug as an active ingredient and a dispersion medium. Another object of the present invention is to provide a compact, lightweight prefilled syringe by filling a syringe with the injectable preparation. The present invention provides an injectable preparation comprising a composition comprising a poorly soluble drug, a dispersion medium, and a specific suspending agent, the composition having a viscosity of 40 pascal-seconds or more in at least one point in the shear rate range of 0.01 to 0.02 s−1 and having a viscosity of 0.2 pascal-seconds or less in at least one point in the shear rate range of 900 to 1,000 s−1, as measured. |
| US10517950B1 |
Pharmaceutical compositions comprising meloxicam
Disclosed herein are compositions comprising an NSAID such as meloxicam and/or rizatriptan in combination with a cyclodextrin and/or a carbonate or a bicarbonate. These compositions may be orally administered, for example, to improve the bioavailability or pharmacokinetics of the NSAID for the treatment of pain such as migraine, arthritis, and other conditions. Also disclosed herein are methods of treating pain, such as migraine, comprising administering meloxicam and rizatriptan to a human being suffering from pain, such as migraine. For migraine, these methods may be particularly useful when the meloxicam and rizatriptan are administered while the human being is suffering from an acute attack of migraine pain or migraine aura. In some embodiments, the combination of meloxicam and rizatriptan may be administered in a manner that results in a Tmax of meloxicam of 3 hours or less. |
| US10517948B2 |
Anti-DC-HIL antibodies for cancer diagnosis, prognosis and therapy
The present disclosure is directed to antibodies that bind to DC-HIL on the surface of myeloid-derived suppressor cells, and thus antagonize the T cell suppressor function of these cells, as well as their use in diagnosing and treating cancers such as melanoma. |
| US10517939B2 |
Live attenuated vaccines
The present invention refers to a method for the production of live attenuated bacterial strains, suitable as vaccine candidates, comprising the steps of: A. providing a bacterial strain capable of expressing glutamate racemase and possibly D-amino acid transaminase and comprising a peptidoglycan cell wail, and B. inactivating the gene or genes encoding for the glutamate racemase enzyme and, if needed, the gene or genes encoding for the enzyme D-amino acid transaminase in such way that the bacterial strain is no longer capable of expressing a functional glutamate racemase and/or a functional D-amino acid transaminase; wherein the inactivation of said genes causes said bacterial strain to be auxotrophic for D-glutamate. |
| US10517935B2 |
Mimotopes of alpha-synuclein and vaccines thereof for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders
A method of treating a synucleinopathy with a peptide (C)DQPVLPD (SEQ ID NO: 59), (C)DMPVLPD (SEQ ID NO: 60), (C)DSPVLPD (SEQ ID NO: 61), (C)DQPVLPDN (SEQ ID NO: 64), (C)DMPVLPDN (SEQ ID NO: 65), (C)DSPVLPDN (SEQ ID NO: 66), (C)HDRPVTPD (SEQ ID NO: 70), (C)DRPVTPD (SEQ ID NO: 71), (C)DVPVLPD (SEQ ID NO: 72), (C)DTPVYPD (SEQ ID NO: 73), (C)DTPVIPD (SEQ ID NO: 74), (C)HDRPVTPDN (SEQ ID NO: 75), (C)DRPVTPDN (SEQ ID NO: 76), (C)DVPVLPDN (SEQ ID NO: 78), (C)DTPVYPDN (SEQ ID NO: 79), (C)DQPVLPDG (SEQ ID NO: 81), (C)DMPVLPDG (SEQ ID NO: 82), (C)DSPVLPDG (SEQ ID NO: 83), (C)DHPVHPDS (SEQ ID NO: 86), (C)DMPVSPDR (SEQ ID NO: 87), (C)DRPVYPDI (SEQ ID NO: 90), (C)DHPVTPDR (SEQ ID NO: 91), (C)DTPVLPDS (SEQ ID NO: 93), (C)DMPVTPDT (SEQ ID NO: 94), (C)DAPVTPDT (SEQ ID NO: 95), (C)DSPVVPDN (SEQ ID NO: 96), (C)DLPVTPDR (SEQ ID NO: 97), (C)DSPVHPDT (SEQ ID NO: 98), (C)DAPVRPDS (SEQ ID NO: 99), (C)DMPVLPDG (SEQ ID NO: 100), (C)DRPVQPDR (SEQ ID NO: 102), (C)YDRPVQPDR (SEQ ID NO: 103), (C)DMPVDADN (SEQ ID NO: 105), DQPVLPD(C) (SEQ ID NO: 106), and DMPVLPD(C) (SEQ ID NO: 107. |
| US10517929B2 |
Pharmaceutical compositions comprising FGF19 variants
Provided herein are pharmaceutical compositions, formulations and dosage forms comprising variants of fibroblast growth factor 19 (FGF19) proteins and peptide sequences (and peptidomimetics) and fusions of FGF19 and/or fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) proteins and peptide sequences (and peptidomimetics), and variants of fusions of FGF19 and/or FGF21 proteins and peptide sequences (and peptidomimetics). Methods of using the pharmaceutical compositions, formulations and dosage forms are also provided herein. |
| US10517926B2 |
Oligopeptide having proinflammatory cytokine secretion-inhibiting activity
Provided is an oligopeptide having preventive and therapeutic effects on infarction diseases. The oligopeptide contains a DE loop sequence of RANKL protein, and has inhibitory activity on proinflammatory cytokine secretion from cells. |
| US10517924B2 |
High density lipoprotein nanoparticles for inflammation
The invention in aspects relates to methods of treating sepsis using HDL-NP. The methods include the use of nanoparticles having a core and a lipid based shell with optimal lipids therein. |
| US10517923B2 |
Immunosuppressive agents and their use in therapy
The present invention provides an agent, or composition containing an agent, for use in treating or preventing hypercytokinemia in a subject resulting from cytokine release from non-proliferating immune cells in blood, wherein the agent comprises: (i) an oligopeptidic compound comprising a PCNA interacting motif and a domain that facilitates the cellular uptake of said compound, wherein the PCNA interacting motif is X1X2X3X4X5 (SEQ ID NO: 1) and wherein: X1 is a basic amino acid; X2 is an aromatic amino acid; X3 is an uncharged amino acid other than an aromatic amino acid, Glycine (G) and Proline (P); X4 is any amino acid other than Proline (P), an acidic amino acid or an aromatic amino acid; and X5 is a basic amino acid or Proline (P); or (ii) a nucleic acid molecule comprising a sequence encoding the oligopeptidic compound of (i). In certain aspects the agent and compositions of the invention may be used as single agents. In other aspects of the invention agents and compositions of the invention may be used in conjunction with one or more additional active agents, such as kinase inhibitors. |
| US10517922B2 |
Enteric combination therapy
There is disclosed herein a composition for treating gastrointestinal or neurological disorders, constipation, functional constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, travelers diarrhoea, chronic idiopathic nausea, IBD-associated constipation and diarrhoea, pseudo-obstruction, diabetic gastroparesis, cyclic vomiting, reflux oesophagitis, autism enteropathy, flatulence, halitosis, chronic fatigue, bloating, proctalgia fugax, Parkinsons disease, MS, Alzheimers Disease, Motor Neurone Disease or autism, the composition comprising: (i) at least two anti-clostridial agents selected from the group consisting of: vancomycin, vancomycin derivatives, a multi-valent polymer of vancomycin, am inoglycosides, nitroimidazoles, ansamysins, nifuroxazide, colchicine, prucalopride, prokinetic agent and 5-aminosalicylic acid; or (ii) at least one anti-clostridial agent selected from the above combined with an opioid blocking agent. There is also disclosed herein a method of treating various gastrointestinal or neurological disorders, constipation, functional constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, travelers diarrhoea, chronic idiopathic nausea, IBD-associated constipation and diarrhoea, pseudo-obstruction, diabetic gastroparesis, cyclic vomiting, reflux oesophagitis, autism enteropathy, flatulence, halitosis, chronic fatigue, bloating, proctalgia fugax, Parkinsons disease, MS, Alzheimers Disease, Motor Neurone Disease or autism, the method comprising administering orally, via enema or by suppository: (i) a composition of the invention; (ii) at least two anti-clostridial agents selected from the group consisting of: vancomycin, vancomycin derivatives, a multi-valent polymer of vancomycin, am inoglycosides, nitroimidazoles, ansamysins, nifuroxazide, colchicine, prucalopride, prokinetic agent and 5-aminosalicylic acid; or (iii) at least one anti-clostridial agent selected from the above and an opioid blocking agent to a patient in need of such treatment. |
| US10517920B2 |
Antibacterial peptide and method of treatment using the antibacterial peptide
A method of treating or preventing a bacterial infection in an animal comprises administering to the animal an effective amount of an antibacterial peptide, the antibacterial peptide being derived from degraded date pits which are degraded by solid state degradation by a fungus, Trichoderma reesei. The antibacterial peptide has a molecular mass of less than 10 kDa and an amino acid sequence including (a) SEQ ID NO:4 or (b) SEQ ID NO:6. The bacterial infection is caused by a Gram-positive bacteria or a Gram-negative bacteria, for example, a Salmonella species, a Campylobacter species, a Shigella species, an Escherichia species, a Pseudomonas species, and a Staphylococcus species. |
| US10517917B2 |
Compositions and methods for preventing or treating pulmonary hypertension
The present invention provides a method of treating and/or preventing pulmonary hypertension in a subject in need thereof, the method comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a bioactive peptide preparation derived from at least one botanical source. |
| US10517916B2 |
Composition for preventing, alleviating or treating neurodegenerative diseases
Disclosed herein is a pharmaceutical composition for preventing, alleviating or treating neurodegenerative diseases. The pharmaceutical composition contains, as active ingredients, Curcumae longae rhizome, Gastrodiae rhizoma, Polygalae radix, Salviae radix, Chaenomeles fructus, Paeoniae radix, Glycyrrhizae radix, Atractylodis rhizome, and Pulvis aconiti tuberis purificatum. The pharmaceutical composition is prepared by a method including the steps of: mixing Curcumae longae rhizome, Gastrodiae rhizoma, Polygalae radix, Salviae radix, Chaenomeles fructus, Paeoniae radix, Glycyrrhizae radix, Atractylodis rhizome, and Pulvis aconiti tuberis purificatum to obtain a mixture, and extracting the mixture to obtain a mixture extract; filtering the mixture extract; concentrating the mixture extract; and drying the mixture extract. |
| US10517915B2 |
Method for preparing garlic-fermented composition and garlic-fermented composition prepared by same method
The present invention relates to a method for preparing a garlic-fermented composition and a garlic-fermented composition prepared by the method, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a garlic-fermented composition which is easy to take, has no side effect, and improves excellent pharmacological and physiological efficacies of garlic. To achieve this, the method for preparing a garlic-fermented composition according to an aspect of the present invention, comprises: a first fermentation step of mixing garlic, water, and a ferment strain, followed by fermentation, thereby decomposing and converting sugars and proteins of the garlic; and a second fermentation step of additionally supplying a carbon source to a filtrate obtained through solid-liquid separation of the fermented product, followed by fermentation, thereby removing ammonia of the filtrate and decomposing and converting the additionally supplied carbon source. |
| US10517914B2 |
Healthy tan type of antioxidant defense
Diverse antioxidant supplements boost humans' ability to combat exposure to ultraviolet radiation (without being a substitute for sunscreen) and may be delivered effectively with many vehicles, enhancing user compliance. |
| US10517913B2 |
Composition for prevention, alleviation, or treatment of peripheral neuropathy comprising Lithospermi Radix extract as an effective component
A composition comprising a Lithospermi Radix extract as an effective component prevents, alleviates, or treats peripheral neuropathy, in particular, peripheral neuropathy induced by an anti-cancer agent (i.e., chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy). A method for preventing or treating peripheral neuropathy includes administering to a subject in need thereof the composition. The Lithospermi Radix extract can relieve the suppressed growth of neurites caused by an anti-cancer agent while neither inducing any cytotoxicity in normal cells nor changing the unique cytotoxic potential of an anti-cancer agent in human cancer cells. In addition, the Lithospermi Radix extract can efficiently lower the enhanced sensitivity to painful stimuli in peripheral neuropathic animals induced by an anti-cancer agent. Thus, the Lithospermi Radix extract can be advantageously used as an effective component of a composition for prevention, alleviation, or treatment of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. |
| US10517910B2 |
Compositions and methods for viral embolization
The present disclosure relates to oncolytic viruses for use transcatheter arterial viroembolization methods. The present disclosure also provides composition with such oncolytic viruses in combination with a biocompatible microparticle or hydrophilic polymer gel agent suitable for active embolization. The present disclosure further provides methods of transcatheter arterial viroembolization using such oncolytic viruses and compositions preferably in a manner that debulks tumor. |
| US10517909B2 |
Use of alphavirus in preparation of antitumor drugs
Disclosed is use of alphavirus in preparation of antitumor drugs. The alphavirus is M1 virus or Getah virus. In addition, the specific tumor types sensitive to abovementioned alphavirus treatment are further determined, so as to provide a safe and effective solution for antitumor drug administering schemes. |
| US10517908B2 |
Therapeutic bacteriophage compositions
The present invention relates to a bacteriophage composition comprising one or more (suitably two or more, or three) bacteriophages selected from Sa87, J-Sa36, Sa83, J-Sa37, or mutants thereof, use of the same for medical or non-medical applications, kits, bandage, and wound dressing comprising the same. |
| US10517907B2 |
Anticariogenic agent and anticariogenic composition
The present invention provides a novel anticariogenic agent without side effects so that anticariogenic effect can also be obtained in humans who are highly sensitive to oligosaccharides and sugar alcohols. Also, an agent for preventing periodontal disease or for treating periodontal disease which has an effect of preventing or treating periodontal disease and which does not have side effects is provided. The invention relates to an anticariogenic agent and an anticariogenic composition comprising a bifidobacterium, an agent and a composition for preventing periodontal disease comprising a bifidobacterium and an agent and a composition for treating periodontal disease comprising a bifidobacterium. |
| US10517906B2 |
Gelatinous mixture of probiotics and prebiotics with synergic symbiotic action for treating chronic renal disease
The invention relates to the fields of application of health, biotechnology and nutrition, the aim of the invention being to provide a gelatinous mixture of probiotics and prebiotics with synergic symbiotic action for the treatment of chronic renal disease, the characteristics and components thereof reducing the concentration of uremic toxins, improving the renal function of the patient with an increase in urea, creatinine, uric acid, p-cresols or indoles in the blood. The gelatinous mixture of probiotics and prebiotics with synergic symbiotic action for the treatment of chronic renal disease is easier to administrate orally as it does not require the consumption of liquids for the administration thereof, reducing liquid retention. Another advantage of the present invention is the fact that it refers to live and active bacteria. The present invention is also used a primary source of food with known prebiotic effects, an element which is not considered in other inventions; it is not in a pharmaceutical form. The probiotic bacteria are found “live and active” and in “synergic action” with the prebiotic fibers of plant origin such as “blue agave fructans (blue agave inulin)”. |
| US10517903B2 |
Amnion derived therapeutic composition and process of making same
Acellular amnion derived therapeutic compositions are described having a number of various compositional embodiments. An acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition has essentially no live or active amniotic cells. The amniotic cells may be destroyed and the cells and cell debris may be removed from the acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition. An acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition may comprise micronized placental tissue particles, and/or amniotic fluid. An acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition may be a dispersion of micronized amniotic membrane combined with a fluid, such as plasma, saline, amniotic fluid, combinations thereof and the like. An acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition may be combined with a matrix component to form a composite. An acellular amnion derived therapeutic composition may be used in conjunction with a composition comprising viable cells, such as stem cells. |
| US10517900B2 |
In vitro model for neuronal death
This invention demonstrates the formation of a novel polarized membrane lipid raft signaling module in neurons, in response to several diverse neurotoxic stimuli. This polarization occurs well before neurons commit to die, and is an early mechanism in death signaling. The formation of this signaling module is dependent on cholesterol for its formation and provides a mechanistic explanation for the protective effects of cholesterol depleting drugs in several non-neural models of cell death. As such, the formation of the signaling module lends itself as a novel screen for the identification of new drugs and therapeutics which would retard its formation and protect against neuronal injury and death. |
| US10517898B2 |
Compositions and methods related to hematologic recovery
In some aspects, the invention relates to populations of hematopoietic cells that are enriched in PTPσ− cells and methods of use thereof. |
| US10517886B2 |
Drug formulations
The invention provides derivatives of decitabine with superior chemical stability and shelf life, with similar physiological activity. The derivatives are provided in a non-aqueous formulation, which further stabilizes the derivatives. Methods of treating one or more myelodysplastic syndromes, leukemia, or solid tumours using the formulations are described. |
| US10517885B2 |
Pyrimidine derivative and a fatty acid source for use in the treatment of constipation
The invention relates to a combination of a pyrimidine derivative and a fatty acid source for use in the treatment of constipation, in particular in the treatment of constipation in patients suffering from GI disorders, neurological disorders, or psychiatric disorders. Advantageously, the combination comprises one or more vitamins or fibres. |
| US10517884B2 |
Compositions comprising decitabine and tetrahydrouridine and uses thereof
Embodiments of compositions and methods for the treatment of blood disorders and malignancies in a subject are described herein. In one embodiment, a composition for the treatment of a blood disorder or a malignancy in a subject comprises decitabine, tetrahydrouridine, and an excipient. In another embodiment, a method for the treatment of a blood disorder or a malignancy in a subject comprises the oral administration of a composition comprising decitabine and tetrahydrouridine. In some examples, the composition may be administered 1-3 times weekly. |
| US10517882B2 |
Method for healing of an infected acne lesion without scarring
Methods of treatment and dosage regimes using hydrophobic gel or foam compositions comprising a tetracycline antibiotic for accelorating the return of skin integrity and or in treating or alleviating a disorder including impetigo, acne, rosacea, a skin disease caused by a bacteria or a tetracycline antibiotic responsive disease, wherein the foam composition or gel is administered topically to a target area on a subject having the disorder and wherein the target area comprises an area of skin, or mucosa or an eye. |
| US10517881B2 |
Pharmaceutical compositions and methods
This invention relates the use of cortisol blockers (e.g., glucocorticoid receptor [GR] antagonists) for the treating or preventing viral infections, treating or preventing treatment resistant prostate cancer, treating or preventing neoplasia, and treating or preventing infection related to acute or chronic injury or disease. |
| US10517878B2 |
Serine/threonine kinase inhibitors
Compounds having the formula I wherein R1, X1, X2, X3 and X4 as defined herein are inhibitors of ERK kinase. Also disclosed are compositions and methods for treating hyperproliferative disorders. |
| US10517874B2 |
sGC stimulators
Compounds of Formulae I′ and I are described, which are useful as stimulators of sGC, particularly NO-independent, heme-dependent stimulators. These compounds are also useful for treating, preventing or managing various disorders that are herein disclosed. |
| US10517872B2 |
Pyridazinone macrocycles as IRAK inhibitors and uses thereof
The present invention relates to compounds of Formula I and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, useful as IRAK inhibitors. |
| US10517869B2 |
Topical brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution
The present invention provides an aqueous ophthalmic composition comprising an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist and a non-ionic cellulosic polymer, the solution having a pH less than 6.5. The present invention also provides an aqueous ophthalmic composition comprising an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist and a benzododecinium halide. Also provided are methods of manufacture, use and method of reducing intraocular pressure in the patient in need thereof. |
| US10517856B2 |
Methods of altering programmed cell death and extending cell life
In one aspect, a method of altering programmed cell death includes administering to an individual in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of isomyosmine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. In other aspects, isomyosmine is administered to treat a wound, hemochromatosis, traumatic brain injury, or disorders associated with chronic oxidative stress. In other aspects, isomyosmine is administered to increase blood oxygen saturation levels. |
| US10517849B2 |
LSD1 inhibitors and medical uses thereof
Provided are novel compounds of Formula (I or Ia′): and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, which are useful for treating a variety of diseases, disorders or conditions, associated with LSD1. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the novel compounds of Formula (I or Ia′), pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and methods for their use in treating one or more diseases, disorders or conditions, associated with LSD1. |
| US10517845B2 |
Compositions and methods for treating intestinal hyperpermeability
The present invention provides methods, compositions, and kits for treating intestinal hyperpermeability in a subject in need thereof, including conditions such as hyperglycemia and underlying diseases such as diabetes, autism, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), graft versus host disease (GVHD), HIV/AIDS, multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, eczema, psoriasis, acute pancreatitis, Parkinson's disease, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, asthma, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, alcoholic cirrhosis, environmental enteropathy, or kwashiorkor. |
| US10517840B2 |
Method for relieving sinus congestion
A method for temporarily relieving sinus congestion and pressure comprising administering to a human a dose of a multi-particle pulsatile oral dosage form with an immediate release form and a plurality of delayed release particles. The immediate release form contains about 10 mg phenylephrine hydrochloride. The delayed release form contains a core with coatings including a phenylephrine coating containing about 10 mg phenylephrine hydrochloride and a pH sensitive coating. |
| US10517839B2 |
Mast cell inhibition in diseases of the retina and vitreous
This application discloses methods for treating or preventing an ophthalmic retinal vascular permeability, angiogenic or fibroproliferative disease, disorder or condition that involve administering to a patient in need thereof a composition that can inhibit mast cell migration into the vitreous or the retina, mast cell proliferation in the vitreous or the retina, or mast cell secretion into the vitreous or the retina. |
| US10517834B2 |
Fast dissolving tablet formulations and methods of making thereof
The present disclosure is directed to compositions and methods for the production of a fast dissolving tablets to be used for the delivery of an agent. An agent can be an active pharmaceutical agent or a non-pharmacological agent, which is needed to be delivered by means of a fast dissolving delivery system. The invention solves many industry challenges within the field of fast dissolve technologies, specifically coupling of fast dissolve properties with required physical attributes of strength/robustness required for commercial production and distribution. |
| US10517830B2 |
Antibody formulations and methods
Antibody formulations and methods useful for prophylaxis or treatment of amyloidosis, including AA amyloidosis and AL amyloidosis. |
| US10517822B2 |
Nanoscale carriers for the delivery or co-delivery of chemotherapeutics, nucleic acids and photosensitizers
Nanoscale coordination polymer nanoparticles for the co-delivery of multiple therapeutic agents are described. The multiple therapeutic agents can include a combination of different chemotherapeutic agents, a combination of one or more chemotherapeutic agents and one or more nucleic acids, such as small interfering RNA (siRNA) or microRNA, a combination of one or more chemotherapeutic agents and a photosensitizer (i.e., for use in photodynamic therapy), or a plurality of different siRNAs. Pharmaceutical formulations including the nanoparticles, methods of using the nanoparticles to treat cancer, and methods of making the nanoparticles are also described. |
| US10517813B2 |
Kits and methods for cleaning and remineralizing teeth
Methods for use in selectively conditioning and remineralizing teeth. An exemplary method comprises the steps of applying a conditioning composition to one or more of a person's teeth, and separately applying a remineralizing composition to the person's teeth. The conditioning composition includes a conditioning agent, and the remineralizing composition includes a remineralizing agent comprising calcium ions and/or fluoride ions. The conditioning composition may be applied prior to or after application of the remineralizing composition. In one embodiment, both the conditioning composition and the remineralizing composition include different remineralizing ions (e.g., one including calcium, one including fluoride). |
| US10517807B2 |
Hair cleansing composition with improved color retention on pre-colored keratin fibers and improved foam properties
The present invention is directed to a composition comprising a combination of surfactants for cleansing keratin fibers, a method for cleansing, use of the composition for cleansing, and kit-of-parts thereof. It has been found that the combination of two anionic surfactants, an amphoteric surfactant, and a diol compound provide a rich foam and superior color retention on pre-colored hair. |
| US10517791B2 |
High-resolution, selective and self-optimizing haptic and electrotactile display and methods of use
High-resolution, selective, and self-optimizing haptic and electrotactile display and methods of use. In an embodiment of a feedback system referenced herein, the feedback system includes a prosthesis configured to be worn by an individual, including at least one prosthesis sensor configured to detect a state or condition in an environment of the at least one prosthesis sensor, and at least one actuator in communication with the at least one prosthesis sensor and configured to receive data relating to the detected state or condition and to stimulate a nerve of the individual; a neural sensor positioned upon or within the individual, configured to detect a neural response relating to the stimulation of the nerve by the at least one actuator; and a processor in communication with at least one of the at least one prosthesis sensor, at least one of the at least one actuator, and the neural sensor. |
| US10517785B2 |
Medical lifting device
Medical lifting devices and methods are disclosed. A medical lifting device includes a brace and at least one strap. The brace is adapted to be positioned against the back of a patient. The brace has a pair of opposed lateral edges. The at least one strap extends from each lateral edge of the brace. The at least one strap has a length sufficient to enable a user of the device to grasp each strap while the user is standing with the user's torso in an upright position and the patient is in a seated position. A method of lifting a patient with the brace includes positioning the brace against the back of a patient, grasping each strap while standing in an upright position and while the patient is in a seated position, and pulling on each strap to lift the patient to a standing position. |
| US10517782B2 |
Shopping basket assembly
A shopping basket assembly for carrying shopping items on a wheelchair includes a wheelchair that has a pair of handles for gripping to roll the wheelchair. A pair of sleeves is provided and each of the sleeves is slidably positioned on a respective one of the handles on the wheelchair. A panel is provided and each of the sleeves is coupled to the panel. Thus, the panel extends downwardly from the handles when the sleeves are positioned on the handles. A pair of baskets is each coupled to the panel to support shopping items positioned in the baskets. |
| US10517780B2 |
Removable power assist for manual wheelchair
Disclosed is a device for converting a manual wheelchair into an electronic wheelchair is provided. The device includes a joystick, a communication unit, a motor, a retractable friction roller, an engagement unit and a power source. The joystick is operably connected to a communication unit. The communication unit is operably connected to a motor. The motor includes an axle connected to a rotor. The retractable friction roller is mounted on the axle. The roller is placed in contact with a wheel of a manual wheelchair. The engagement unit is attached to the manual wheelchair to detachably attach the friction roller and the wheel. The power source is operably connected to the motor and the joystick. |
| US10517779B2 |
Absorbent article with pocket providing enhanced control
An absorbent article (10) can include a pocket (64) disposed in the front waist region 12. The pocket (64) can include a first side edge (70), a second side edge (72), an upper lateral edge (74), and a lower lateral edge (76). The pocket (64) can be closed with respect to the absorbent assembly (44) at least at the first side edge (70) and the second side edge (72) and can be open with respect to the absorbent assembly (44) at least at the lower lateral edge (76). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the upper lateral edge (74) can be closer to the front waist edge (22) of the absorbent article (10) than is the first end edge (40) of the absorbent body (34). |
| US10517777B2 |
Disposable diaper having first and second absorbent structures and channels
Disposable absorbent diapers are provided with improved comfort, fit and liquid transportation. The absorbent core of the disposable absorbent diapers includes a first absorbent structure and a second absorbent structure. Each absorbent structure includes a substrate layer and an absorbent layer with at least one channel. The absorbent layers are mirror images of one another and are combined such that a channel of the second absorbent layer superposes a corresponding channel of the first absorbent layer to form a channel extending through the thickness of the absorbent core. |
| US10517774B2 |
Absorbent article
An absorbent article has a longitudinal direction and a lateral direction perpendicular to each other, and includes a waist part along the lateral direction. The waist part includes nonwoven fabric and a plurality of stretchable members. In a state in which the waist part is extended along the lateral direction, an opening is formed in the waist part between stretchable members that are adjacent in the longitudinal direction. A high density region exists longitudinally between the opening and one of the adjacent stretchable members. An external region exists longitudinally between the high density region and another one of the adjacent stretchable members. The high density region has a predetermined lateral length. A density of fibers of the nonwoven fabric in the high density region is larger than in the external region. A part of an edge of the opening includes a portion in which fibers are not fused. |
| US10517769B2 |
Cast portal
Disclosed are systems, methods, and devices related to a cast portal. The cast portal can be for enabling selective access through a medical cast to a body part covered by the medical cast. One illustrative cast portal includes an interior portion that extends through an entire longitudinal length of the cast portal. The illustrative cast portal can also include an outer housing that defines the bounds of the interior portion. The outer housing can include a top end configured to be positioned distal to the body part covered by the medical cast. The outer housing can also include a bottom end configured to be positioned proximate to the body part covered by the medical cast. The illustrative cast portal can also include a protrusion extending radially outwardly from the outer housing and configured to mechanically couple with the medical cast for attaching the device to the medical cast. |
| US10517762B2 |
Scanning device
A scanning device for focusing a beam of rays in defined regions of a defined volume, comprising an input optics wherein the beam of rays penetrates first, having at least one first optical element; a focusing optics for focusing the beam of rays exiting from the input optics; and a deflecting device arranged between the first optical element and the focusing optics, for deflecting the beam of rays after it has passed through the first optical element, based on a position of the focus to be adjusted in lateral direction. In order to adjust the position of the focus of the beam of rays in the direction of the beam of rays, and optical element of the input optics can be displaced relative to the deflecting device. |
| US10517759B2 |
Glaucoma stent and methods thereof for glaucoma treatment
The invention relates generally to medical devices and methods for reducing the intraocular pressure in an animal eye and, more particularly, to stent type devices for permitting aqueous outflow from the eye's anterior chamber and associated methods thereof for the treatment of glaucoma. Some aspects provide a self-trephining glaucoma stent and methods thereof which advantageously allow for a “one-step” procedure in which the incision and placement of the stent are accomplished by a single device and operation. This desirably allows for a faster, safer, and less expensive surgical procedure. |
| US10517758B1 |
Devices and methods for the removal of lenticular tissue
An exemplary surgical device includes a shaft with a lumen defined therethrough and an element movable from a stored position to a deployed position in which a larger portion of the element extends out of the distal end of the lumen; wherein motion from the stored position to the deployed position causes a first leg of the element to advance distally relative to the distal end of the shaft, and causes a second leg of the element to move proximally relative to the distal end of the shaft. |
| US10517755B2 |
Methods and devices for brain cooling for treatment and/or prevention of epileptic seizures
Passive prosthetic devices for focally cooling a brain and methods for inhibiting seizures are disclosed. The prosthetic devices replace a thermally insulating bone flap with a thermally conductive insert having an inner surface that contacts the relatively warm meninges or brain and an outer surface that contacts the relatively cool scalp. In an embodiment, the prosthesis is unitary; in another, a biocompatible casing is filled with a highly conductive core; in another, a filled polymer block is attached to a plate; and in another, the bone flap is filled with a conductive polymer. In one embodiment, a filled polymer containing elements that exhibit the magnetocaloric effect provide heat transfer that can be enhanced by application of a suitable magnetic field. Focal cooling as low as 1.2° C. has been found effective at inhibiting seizures. |
| US10517744B2 |
Method for controlling an artificial knee joint
A method for controlling a damping change in an artificial knee joint of an orthosis or prosthesis, wherein the artificial knee joint has an upper part, a lower part mounted thereon such that it can pivot about a pivot axis, and a resistance unit which is secured on the upper part on an upper articulation point and on the lower part on a lower articulation point in order to provide a resistance to a bending or extending of the artificial knee joint, wherein an adjusting device is assigned to the resistance unit for changing the flexion resistance, wherein the resistance of the resistance unit is increased by an increasing knee angle starting from a knee angle threshold value. |
| US10517743B2 |
Method for controlling an orthopedic joint device
A method for controlling an orthopaedic joint device of a lower extremity. The joint device has an upper part and a lower part mounted in a hinged manner on the latter. Arranged between the upper part and the lower part is an energy converter by which, during walking, kinetic energy from the relative movement between the lower part and the upper part is converted or stored and supplied again to the joint in order to support the relative movement, wherein kinetic energy within one movement cycle is converted and/or stored and, within the same movement cycle, is supplied again as kinetic energy to the joint device in a controlled manner and staggered in time. |
| US10517741B2 |
Surgical method and instrumentation assembly for positioning an ankle prosthesis
This surgical ankle repair method comprises providing an instrumentation assembly for positioning an ankle prosthesis including a talar alignment instrument and a cutting block. The talar alignment instrument is positioned such that fins of the talar alignment instrument are disposed in gutters that extend below the tibia and around the trochlea of the talus. The talar alignment instrument is aligned so that the fins are parallel to the rotational plane of the talus. Alignment of the reference markers is confirmed. The talar alignment instrument is attached to the talus. The cutting block is fastened to the talar alignment instrument. The talus is rotated such that the tibial alignment structure is in a parallel alignment to the longitudinal axis of the tibia. The tibial alignment structure is attached to the tibia. A resection of the talus and at least one resection of the tibia is performed using the cutting block. |
| US10517740B2 |
Modular interbody spacer
An intervertebral spinal spacer system including a first portion of a modular spacer, the first portion having an upper surface, a lower surface, and an outer surface, and a second portion of the modular spacer, the second portion having an upper surface a lower surface, and an outer surface, wherein the first portion is selectively engageable with the second portion. |
| US10517734B2 |
Single implant sacroiliac joint fusion system using a posterior approach for minimal tissue disruption
A method for preparing a sacroiliac joint for stabilization which may include approaching a posterior aspect of the sacroiliac joint inferior to a PSIS with a defect-creating tool assembly, creating a defect in the sacrum and the ilium defined by at least one noncircular cross-sectional shape, delivering an implant having a body with a length extending between proximal and distal ends, the body including at least one cylindrical body with a longitudinal axis and an opening at the proximal end aligned with the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical body, a pattern of openings spaced along the cylindrical body and a planar member coupled with and extending along the cylindrical body. The implant may be implanted with the length generally following a plane of the sacroiliac joint such that it is advanced from a generally posterior to anterior approach while the body of the implant bridges the joint. |
| US10517733B2 |
Artificial intervertebral disc with lower height
An intervertebral disc is provided having an upper plate, a lower plate, and a core. The upper and lower plates include outer vertebral body contacting surfaces which are provided with attachment enhancing features to ensure bone integration. The attachment enhancing features shown include one or more fins, serrations and teeth. An opposite surface of the plates from the vertebral body contacting surfaces is formed with a recess which serves as a bearing surface for the core. In order to form an intervertebral disc with a lower disc height, at least one of the recesses is provided opposite a corresponding dome shaped portion on the vertebral body contacting surfaces. This allows the plates to be formed with a thinner profile for a smaller overall disc height. In addition to providing a lower overall height to the artificial disc, the dome shaped portion of the plates also provides a more anatomically shaped outer vertebral body contacting surface. |
| US10517727B2 |
Systems for implanting annuloplasty rings with microanchors
Disclosed systems for implanting annuloplasty rings and other prosthetic devices can comprise a plurality of microanchors, sutures threaded through the microanchors, the sutures passing through the prosthetic device, individual microanchor guides, such as tubes or spears, for each microanchor that contain the microanchors during delivery and allow for positioning and deployment of the microanchors into annular tissue. The systems can also comprise a bracket that is temporarily coupled to the prosthetic device, holds the plurality of microanchor guides in position relative to one another and relative to the prosthetic device, and/or guides the sutures passing through the prosthetic device. The prosthetic device can include suture locking mechanisms to secure the prosthetic device to the sutures and to the implanted microanchors after the deployment devices have been removed. |
| US10517724B2 |
Medical system for annuloplasty
A medical system for treating a defective mitral valve (MV) having an annulus (A). The system has a removable and flexible elongate displacement unit for temporary insertion into a coronary sinus (CS) adjacent the valve, wherein the displacement unit has a delivery state for delivery into said CS, and an activated state to which the displacement unit is temporarily and reversibly transferable from the delivery state. The displacement unit has a proximal reversibly expandable portion, a distal anchoring portion being movable in relation to the proximal expandable portion in a longitudinal direction of the displacement unit to the activated state in which the shape of the annulus is modified to a modified shape (A′); and an annuloplasty device for permanent fixation at the mitral valve annulus by annuloplasty of the valve when the modified shape is obtained. |
| US10517718B2 |
Modular percutaneous valve structure and delivery method
A modular prosthetic valve device for implantation in a patient and a system for and method of delivering such a modular valve device and assembling it in vivo are disclosed. The valve device is designed as two or more modules to be delivered unassembled, spatially separate, and combined into an assembled valve device in the body at or near the site of implantation. The valve device of the invention is deliverable as modules, providing a smaller delivery diameter than pre-assembled percutaneous valves, permitting use of a delivery device of reduced diameter, and increasing the flexibility of the valve device during delivery, compared to percutaneous valve devices in the art. The modules of the valve device may be connected by pull wires for delivery sequentially, and then assembled by remote manipulation using the pull wires. Various locking mechanisms are provided for attaching the device modules together. |
| US10517716B2 |
Multifocal intraocular lens with extended depth of field
Multifocal intraocular lens with extended depth of field that comprises, in at least one of the surfaces (2), a small zone with a multifocal profile with a defined optical axis (3) and, in the peripheral region and coaxial to the multifocal zone, a ring-shaped opaque mask (1) that partially or totally block light to produce a small aperture effect and, therefore, the multifocal profile has a radius equal or larger than the internal radius of the mask (1), and there is at least one transition between focal zones or one diffractive step inside the internal radius of the mask (1). |
| US10517710B2 |
Helical hollow strand ureteral stent
A stent is provided that includes a body extending between a distal and a proximal end. The body is defined by a plurality of elongated members, with each elongated member extending between a distal end that is coterminous with the distal end of the body and a proximal end that is coterminous with the proximal end of the body. Each of the plurality of elongated members are arranged so as to define a lumen extending along the length of the respective plurality of elongated members, the lumen extending between the distal and proximal ends of the body so as to form a lumen length. Each of the plurality of elongated members are configured to permit drainage of a fluid from within the lumen to an environment external the stent along the entire lumen length. |
| US10517709B2 |
Methods and devices for anchoring a gastroenterologic sleeve
A gastroenterologic sleeve is anchored within the digestive tract, without tissue-puncturing mechanisms, by providing anchoring mechanisms that utilize the inherent shape of the stomach to prevent sleeve migration. In at least two embodiments, the anchoring mechanism expands to conform to the interior stomach walls. In other embodiments, internal pessary rings are held in place at the gastroesophageal junction by an external band. A delivery device is provided for implanting the various device transesophageally. |
| US10517706B2 |
Portable automatic veterinary injector device
An injector device for veterinary use, such as to inject vaccine into the chicken breast muscle. The device includes a finger-held unit connected to a vaccine pumping main unit using a flexible conduit. The operator can quickly start an injection by stroking alongside the breast edge of a grasped chicken, using his fingertips to touch and select the muscle, then start an injection by pressing the finger-held unit against the chicken breast in a designated way. The electric buttons in the finger-held unit may activate a process that actuates a mechanism to inject a hypodermic needle into the chicken's muscle, the pumping system may-then be actuated to pump the vaccine into the muscle through the injected needle. |
| US10517705B2 |
Method of forming a uniform cosmetic or therapeutic coating on teeth
Disclosed is a method of forming a uniform coating onto a tooth surface, which method includes: forming droplets by spraying an orally acceptable coating material through a spray nozzle, and depositing the droplets onto the tooth surface to thereby form a uniform coating. In the method, the droplets have a volume-averaged droplet size of about 1 μm to about 100 μm, a spray including the droplets travels from a tip of the spray nozzle towards the tooth surface at a spray rate of less than about 10 milliliters/minute, and the droplets include a film-forming polymer, a therapeutic agent and/or a cosmetic agent. |
| US10517699B2 |
Alveolar membrane
An alveolar membrane includes: a connecting portion being provided thereon with a through hole for an artificial toothroot to pass therethrough; a capping portion having its one end connected to the connecting portion and including a plurality of openings; and a fixing portion being located at an opposite end of the capping portion and having at least one digit that has a tip to be fixed in osseous tissue or between osseous tissue and soft tissue. With the connecting portion and the fixing portion at its two ends both fixed, the alveolar membrane firmly holds the osseous graft in position. |
| US10517697B2 |
Decorative covers for dental braces
A cover for an orthodontic bracket having an arch wire laterally extending therethrough includes a body having a forward-facing planar surface and a rearward-facing recess configured for at least partially receiving the orthodontic bracket therein. The body includes first and second slots located on opposed lateral sides of the body and each configured so that the arch wire passes laterally through the first and second slots and the recess of the body when the cover is positioned over the orthodontic bracket. The forward-facing planar surface is provided with decorative indicia thereon. The cover is configured so that the cover does not bind movement of the arch wire relative to the orthodontic bracket, does not secure the arch wire to the orthodontic brackets, and does not alter the functioning of the dental braces. |
| US10517693B2 |
Dental implant screwdriver harness system
A dental implant screwdriver harness system enables a dentist to restrain and stabilize an implant screwdriver, while simultaneously turning the driver head using only one hand. A tether attached to the dentist's hand/finger connects to a stepped socket assembly, comprising multiple driver sockets, which seat driver heads of several standard diameters. A flexible slotted driver shaft strap wraps over the driver shaft and holds the driver head down against a central socket base. |
| US10517691B2 |
Device for providing a sterile limited space for surgery
A device for establishing and maintaining a sterile environment for conducting surgical procedures is disclosed. In particular, the tent-like device provides an interior space attachable to a patient's skin to allow surgical treatment of the patient. Several aspects of the invention are directed to devices to be used in connection with such a surgical procedure using the tent-like device. According to the invention, an isolation device for providing a sterile operation chamber above a skin region of a patient is provided, in particular for performing a surgical procedure, said isolation device comprising an inflatable bag coupled to a support frame, the support frame having a transport configuration and an operation configuration. In the transport configuration, the first inflatable bag is confined, such as to have compact dimensions. In the operation configuration, the first inflatable bag is extended, such as to form said sterile operation chamber. |
| US10517689B2 |
System and method for enhanced data analysis with specialized video enabled software tools for medical environments
Medical software tools platforms utilize a surgical display to provide access to specific medical software tools, such as medically-oriented applications or widgets, that can assist surgeons or surgical team in performing various procedures. In particular, an endoscopic camera may register the momentary rise in the optical signature reflected from a tissue surface and in turn transmit it to a medical image processing system which can also receive patient heart rate data and display relevant anomalies. Changes in various spectral components and the speed at which they change in relation to a source of stimulus (heartbeat, breathing, light source modulation, etc.) may indicate the arrival of blood, contrast agents or oxygen absorption. Combinations of these may indicate various states of differing disease or margins of tumors, and so forth. Also, changes in temperatures, physical dimensions, pressures, photoacoustic pressures and the rate of change may indicate tissue anomalies in comparison to historic values. |
| US10517688B2 |
Method for enhanced data analysis with specialized video enabled software tools for medical environments
Medical software tools platforms utilize a surgical display to provide access to specific medical software tools, such as medically-oriented applications or widgets, that can assist surgeons or surgical team in performing various procedures. In particular, an endoscopic camera may register the momentary rise in the optical signature reflected from a tissue surface and in turn transmit it to a medical image processing system which can also receive patient heart rate data and display relevant anomalies. Changes in various spectral components and the speed at which they change in relation to a source of stimulus (heartbeat, breathing, light source modulation, etc.) may indicate the arrival of blood, contrast agents or oxygen absorption. Combinations of these may indicate various states of differing disease or margins of tumors, and so forth. Also, changes in temperatures, physical dimensions, pressures, photoacoustic pressures and the rate of change may indicate tissue anomalies in comparison to historic values. |
| US10517686B2 |
Haptic feedback controls for a robotic surgical system interface
A gimbal for a robotic surgical system includes a support link, an input link, and a vibration assembly. The input link extends from the support link and the vibration assembly is mounted to the support link. The vibration assembly includes a central support, an end cap, and a voice coil. The end cap is moveable relative to the central support. The voice coil has an inner member that is fixed to the central support and an outer member that is fixed to the end cap. The voice coil is configured to vibrate the gimbal in response to a voltage being applied to one of the inner or outer members. |
| US10517685B2 |
Surgical instrument shaft spokes
A robotic surgical instrument comprising an articulation connecting an end effector to a distal end of a shaft. The articulation comprises joints permitting the end effector to adopt a range of orientations relative to a longitudinal axis of the shaft. An instrument interface connects to a proximal end of the shaft. Pairs of driving elements drive the joints. The driving elements extend from the instrument interface to the joints. Each driving element comprises a spoke which terminates at a distal end in a distal flexible portion that engages the articulation and at a proximal end in a proximal flexible portion that engages the instrument interface. In a straight configuration of the robotic surgical instrument in which the end effector is aligned with the shaft, the distal ends of the spokes of adjacent driving elements are offset along a longitudinal direction of the shaft. |
| US10517680B2 |
Automatic identification of instruments
A system and apparatus is disclosed to automatically determine the identification and selected information relating to instruments. The identification information may be read or determined by various reader systems and then transferred for various purposes. The identification information may be stored on the instrument with a storage system or printing and/or recalled from a memory once the identification is made. |
| US10517679B2 |
Electromagnetic guiding tube for elongated medical implants
The present disclosure sets forth a guiding tube for placing medical implants within body tissue. The guiding tube includes an elongated, dimensionally stable tubular body encompassing an inner channel adapted to receive a medical implant wherein the tubular body has at least one electromagnetic element, the element configured to exert an electromagnetic force on at least one magnetic element of the medical implant inserted into the inner channel of the guiding tube. The medical implant includes a stimulation lead having at least one directional electrode with an elongated body insertable into an inner channel enclosed by a tubular body of the guiding tube. |
| US10517678B2 |
System and method for diagnosis and assessment of cardiovascular disease by comparing arterial supply capacity to end-organ demand
Systems and methods are disclosed for to determining a blood supply and blood demand. One method includes receiving a patient-specific model of vessel geometry of at least a portion of a coronary artery, wherein the model is based on patient-specific image data of at least a portion of a patient's heart having myocardium; determining a coronary blood supply based on the patient-specific model; determining at least a portion of the myocardium corresponding to the coronary artery; determining a myocardial blood demand based on either a mass or a volume of the portion of the myocardium, or based on perfusion imaging of the portion of the myocardium; and determining a relationship between the coronary blood supply and the myocardial blood demand. |
| US10517674B2 |
Device for non-invasive treatment of skin using laser light
The invention provides a non-invasive device comprising an optical system having a laser light source for generating a light beam, being configured such that, in use, the light beam exits the device and impinges on an outer surface of the skin to be treated; the optical system being configured to focus, in use, the light beam at a position of a treatment location inside the skin, whereby Laser Induced Optical Breakdown is induced at the position of the treatment location; an opening disposed such that, in use, light returning from the skin enters the device as a measurement light beam; and a first and second intensity detection channel configured and arranged to detect the intensity in, respectively, a first and a second bandwidth range of the measurement light beam, wherein the first and the second bandwidth ranges both comprise a wavelength of light produced in the skin as a result of Laser Induced Optical Breakdown, and the first bandwidth range comprises the Second Harmonic Generation wavelength of the laser light source, the second bandwidth range is adjacent to the first bandwidth range, and the second bandwidth range excludes the Second Harmonic Generation wavelength of the laser light source. The invention also provides a corresponding method to treat skin (30), in particular to reduce wrinkles. For the efficacy of such a treatment, two main parameters are crucial: the intensity at the position of the treatment location and the focus depth, and it is also crucial that these parameters can be measured using the same measurement system. |
| US10517673B2 |
Laser energy delivery devices including laser transmission detection systems and methods
Laser energy delivery devices and methods are provided. A laser energy delivery device for providing treatment to a subject may include a coupling adapted to couple to a laser energy generator. A sheath is coupled to the coupling, the sheath including a distal end adapted to be disposed in the subject. A plurality of transport members are carried by the coupling and the sheath, the plurality of transport members being adapted to receive laser energy at the coupling, transmit laser energy through the sheath, and deliver laser energy to the subject. A sensor is adapted to detect transmission of laser energy through at least one of the plurality of transport members. |
| US10517667B2 |
Catheter tip with microelectrodes
Apparatus, having an insertion tube that is configured to be inserted into a body cavity. The apparatus also includes a distal tip connected to the insertion tube, the distal tip having an external surface and a cavity formed in the external surface, the cavity being surrounded by a region of the external surface having a curvature. The apparatus further includes a microelectrode configured to fit into the cavity so that a surface of the microelectrode is contoured, located and oriented to conform with the curvature of the region. |
| US10517661B2 |
Bone cement applicator with three-way valve for pressure relief
Bone cement applicators and methods for application of a bone cement dough, the applicators and methods comprise a tubular cartridge with an internal space, a dispensing plunger for expelling the starting components through an opening of the cartridge opposite from the dispensing plunger, wherein the dispensing plunger is mobile in longitudinal direction in the internal space of the cartridge. The applicators and methods further comprise a hose, an application opening, a three-way valve operable from outside and arranged or arrangeable in the hose or on a side of the hose facing the cartridge, and a collecting container arranged on the three-way valve. The three-way valve is designed and arranged or arrangeable in the applicator such that it, being in a first position, provides a fluid connection between the application opening and the opening of the cartridge and closes a feed-through to the collecting container and, being in a second position, provides a fluid connection between the application opening and the collecting container and closes a passage to the opening of the cartridge. |
| US10517657B1 |
Load sharing bone plate
A load sharing bone plate has a plurality of directional apertures configured to effectively support and share the load with a fractured bone to promote healing. A load sharing bone plate may have a body portion that is thinner and be configured to be secured with smaller fasteners than conventional bone plates. A load sharing bone plate has a plurality of directional apertures, configured to direct a fastener is a specific orientation, such as in an oblique angle to the length and/or in an oblique angle to the width of the bone plate. A load sharing bone plate may be configured with a load sharing extension on at least one end that is configured to reduce stress concentration at the end of the bone plate. A load sharing extension may have a tapered thickness and/or width from the body portion to the extended end. |
| US10517654B2 |
Method and apparatus for treating bone fractures, and/or for fortifying and/or augmenting bone, including the provision and use of composite implants
A composite implant comprising an injectable matrix material which is flowable and settable, and at least one reinforcing element for integration with the injectable matrix material, the at least one reinforcing element adding sufficient strength to the injectable matrix material such that when the composite implant is disposed in a cavity in a bone, the composite implant supports the bone. |
| US10517651B1 |
Facet joint compression system for spinal stabilization
A facet joint compression system includes a rigid post having a longitudinal axis. A rigid arm has a sleeve, a cantilever coupled to the sleeve, and a plate coupled to the cantilever. The sleeve is fitted over the post. A retainer is coupled to the post for applying an axial force to the sleeve wherein the axial force is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the post and is transferred to the plate by the cantilever. |
| US10517650B2 |
Spinal stabilization devices, systems, and methods
This specification describes spinal stabilization devices that may be introduced into the spine via surgical procedures. In particular, this specification describes an inter-spinous process spacer having a core chosen, in one variation, to provide a kyphotic or lordotic angle to the device. The specification also describes systems including the described devices and methods of introducing the devices and systems into the spine to provide effective stabilization. |
| US10517648B2 |
Spinal anchoring system
An anchoring system for implanting in bone, the system comprising a first coupling assembly having a first clamp and a first coupling body that receives and holds a first stabilization element; a second coupling assembly that receives and holds a second stabilization element; and a plate that attaches to the first coupling assembly and the second coupling assembly, wherein the first coupling assembly attaches to a bone fastener, and wherein the first coupling body includes a cap retainer that receives a locking cap that applies a directional force to force the first coupling body toward the plate, and applies another directional force to force the first clamp toward the plate, thereby fixedly securing the first coupling body and the first clamp to the plate. |
| US10517645B2 |
Pedicle screw with tulip
An instrument set (1) for connecting vertebral bodies, comprising a screw (10) which has a screw head (12) and a shaft (14) and can be screwed into a pedicle, a head piece (2) which can be connected polyaxially to the screw (10) for coupling to a rod system (100) and which has a sleeve-shaped tulip (20) having a first insertion opening (21) for insertion of the screw head (12) in an insertion direction (E), and a tool (40), is developed according to the invention in that the head piece (2) has a saddle (30) in the interior region (22) of the tulip (20), the saddle (30) has a receiving region (32) for receiving the screw head (12) in a first end region (31a) that faces the first insertion opening (21a) and a coupling region (35) that can be coupled to the tool (40) in a second end region (31b) opposite the receiving region (32), and the saddle can be moved between a released position (23a), which can be reached by inserting the screw head (12), and a locked position (23b), which can be reached by moving the screw head (12) out of the released position (23a) in the direction opposite the insertion direction (E), wherein in the locked position (23b), the screw head (12) held in the receiving region (32) cannot be disengaged from the receiving region (32), and the saddle (30) can be fixed in a released position (23a) that enables the release of the screw head (12) from the receiving region (32) by means of the tool (40), which is coupled to the coupling region (35). |
| US10517643B2 |
Non-invasive adjustable distraction system
A spinal distraction system includes a distraction rod having a first end and a second end, the first end being configured for affixation to a subject's spine at a first location, the distraction rod having a second end containing a recess having a threaded portion disposed therein. The system further includes an adjustable portion configured for affixation relative to the subject's spine at a second location remote from the first location, the adjustable portion comprising a housing containing a magnetic assembly, the magnetic assembly affixed at one end thereof to a lead screw, the lead screw operatively coupled to the threaded portion. A locking pin may secure the lead screw to the magnetic assembly. An o-ring gland disposed on the end of the housing may form a dynamic seal with the distraction rod. |
| US10517642B2 |
Laparoscopic tool with obturator
A laparoscopic device with obturator. The device facilitates extraction of specimens from a female subject's abdominal cavity through the subject's vagina by also facilitating the suturing of a mesh to the anterior and posterior walls of the subject's vagina. The device includes an elongate sheath that has a flat surface on the front, a curved shape on the back, and an inner port opening formed within the flat surface, where the port opening that enables introduction of instruments or removal of specimens from the peritoneal cavity. An internal obturator can be inserted into the sheath to reduce the size of the port opening into the peritoneal cavity, or can be used to close the inner port opening into the peritoneal cavity. The obturator and sheath can be utilized as firm surfaces against which a user can suture a sacrocolpopexy mesh to the anterior and posteriors vaginal walls. |
| US10517641B2 |
Anti-fracture sheath and delivery system having same
The present invention provides an anti-fracture sheath. The anti-fracture sheath comprises a tube body and an expansion section for accommodating an implantable device, wherein one side of the distal end of the tube body is joined with the expansion section, at least two reinforcing ribs are axially arranged on the tube wall of the expansion section in an internally extending manner, and the proximal ends of the reinforcing ribs extend from the expansion section and are fixedly connected with the tube wall of the tube body; and the materials of the reinforcing ribs are Kevlar fibers, the diameter of each reinforcing rib is from 0.03 mm to 0.12 mm, and the number of the reinforcing ribs is from two to four. The anti-fracture sheath provided by the present invention has the advantage that the strength of the expansion section is improved when the whole compliance of the sheath is maintained, thereby avoiding fracture of the sheath in an implantable device releasing process. |
| US10517640B2 |
Micro-implanter for hair follicle
A micro-implanter for hair follicle includes a plunger and a hair follicle holding tube coaxially fitted around the plunger. A hair follicle may be positioned in the hair follicle holding tube below the plunger. The plunger is provided at a lower end with a stopper for limiting a depth by which the hair follicle is implanted into a mini implanting slit cut on a bald scalp. The hair follicle holding tube has a lower end formed into a tapered and narrowed section to facilitate easy insertion of the hair follicle holding tube into the mini implanting slit. When the hair follicle holding tube has been inserted into the mini implanting slit on the scalp, the plunger may be pushed forward to implant the hair follicle into the mini implanting slit. |
| US10517631B2 |
Rotational atherectomy device with a system of eccentric abrading heads
The invention provides a rotational atherectomy device having, in various embodiments, a flexible, elongated, rotatable drive shaft with a system of eccentric abrading heads attached thereto. At least part of the eccentric enlarged abrading heads in the system have a tissue removing surface—typically an abrasive surface. In certain embodiments, the abrading heads may be at least partially hollow. Preferably the eccentric enlarged abrading heads have centers of mass spaced radially from the rotational axis of the drive shaft, facilitating the ability of the system of eccentric abrading heads to work together to open the stenotic lesion to a diameter substantially larger than the outer resting diameter of the enlarged abrading heads when operated at high speeds. Therefore, certain embodiments comprise a system having unbalanced centers of mass to not only stimulate greater rotational diameters but also arranged in a manner whereby a debris-removing augering effect occurs. Alternatively, other embodiments may comprise systems having abrading heads with balanced centers of mass. |
| US10517629B2 |
Disposable debrider with cannulated solenoid
Disclosed herein is a medical device. The medical device includes two coaxially aligned solenoids and a cannulated armature configured to be received within the two coaxially aligned solenoids. |
| US10517628B2 |
Systems and methods for tissue treatment
A system, delivery device and method delivers ultrasonic energy to a target musculoskeletal tissue site. In some embodiments, the delivery device includes a stainless steel needle joined to a horn. In some embodiments, the stainless steel needle is joined to the horn using a heating process or a brazing process. |
| US10517627B2 |
Switch arrangements for ultrasonic surgical instruments
Ultrasonic surgical instruments including a handle housing, a switch frame, and a switch assembly are disclosed. The switch assembly may include a first switch arrangement movably supported on a distal portion of the handle housing and selectively movable relative to a first switch contact supported by the switch frame. The switch assembly may further include a second switch arrangement including a right switch button movably supported on a right side of the handle housing and selectively movable relative to a right switch contact supported by the switch frame, and a left switch button movably supported on a left side of the handle housing and selectively movable relative to a left switch contact supported by the switch frame. The first and second switch arrangements may be configured to be selectively actuatable by a single hand supporting the handle housing. |
| US10517620B2 |
Shock wave catheter system with energy control
A system includes a catheter including an elongated carrier, a balloon about the carrier in sealed relation thereto, the balloon being arranged to receive a fluid therein that inflates the balloon, and first and second electrodes within the balloon arranged to carry a voltage there-across including an initial high electrical voltage at an initial low current. The initial high electrical voltage causes an electrical arc to form across the first and second electrodes within the balloon. The electrical arc causes a gas bubble within the liquid, a high current to flow through the first and second electrodes, a decrease in the initial high electrical voltage, and a mechanical shock wave within the balloon. The system further includes a power source that provides the first and second electrodes with a drive voltage that creates the initial high electrical voltage at the initial current and that terminates the drive voltage in response to the decrease in the initial high electrical voltage. |
| US10517619B2 |
Medical device and method for treatment
A medical device designed to be inserted into a lumen of a living body so as to block a flow of fluid in the lumen of the living body. The medical device includes: a long shaft part; an expandable part; and a covering part. The expandable part is an elastically deformable cylindrical body, and the cylindrical body having a proximal part connected to the shaft part. The covering part takes on a cylindrical shape and is flexible and deformable independently of the expandable part, and the cylindrical shape has a proximal part connected to a proximal part of the expandable part or connected to the shaft part located at a proximal side with respect to the expandable part. The covering part defines a space in the radial direction between a distal side end part of the cylindrical shape and the expandable part. |
| US10517618B2 |
Medical device and treatment method
A medical device to be inserted into a body lumen to obstruct flow in the body lumen includes a shaft unit; a proximal slider and a distal slider that are slidable along the shaft unit; a first expanding member including a distal portion coupled to the proximal slider and a proximal portion coupled to the shaft unit; a second expanding member including a distal portion coupled to the distal slider and a proximal portion coupled to the proximal slider; and a cover that surrounds an outer periphery of the first expanding member and coupled to the proximal portion of the first expanding member, the cover being tubular and flexibly deformable independently of the first expanding member. |
| US10517615B2 |
Device and method for installing femoral prosthetic knee joint
Devices and method for performing replacement prosthetic knee surgery are disclosed in which a spacing means is introduced between the femur (1) and tibia (2) while the patella (9) is in place. The spacing means separates the femur (1) from the tibia (2) by an amount essentially equal to or greater than the required flexion gap (4). An alignment device (26) is used for performing femoral bone cuts, which device attaches temporarily to a fitted tibial plate. |
| US10517612B2 |
Nail hole guiding system
A jig for placing a screw to stabilize a femoral nail comprises a shell, a drill guide assembly movably mounted on the shell, and having a plurality of radiopaque markers affixed thereon, a magnetic field generator, and a plurality of magnetic location sensors responsive to magnetic fields produced by the magnetic field generator. A position processor is operative to compute positional information of the magnetic location sensors based on signals communicated thereto. The positional information is placed in registration with an anatomical image so that the drill guide assembly can be aligned with a transverse bore in the femoral nail. |
| US10517610B2 |
Auxiliary unit for surgical tool
A powered surgical tool that includes a housing with a head and a handle that extends from the head. An electric motor is disposed in the head. A trigger extends from the handle. There is a void space in the handle. A plate separates the motor from the handle. Internal to the handle void space there is a rotor sensor and a control circuit. The rotor sensor is able to monitor the magnetic fields emitted by the motor rotor and that pass through the plate. The control circuit receives signals from the rotor sensor representative of the rotational orientation of the rotor and is further able to monitor the actuation of the trigger. Based on the rotor orientation signals and the actuation of the trigger, the control circuit generates signals that result in the selective generation of power signals to the motor rotor. |
| US10517609B1 |
Suture drill apparatus and method
A suture drill apparatus and method includes a drill shaft with a first end and a second end where the drill shaft is conformed to connect with a drill and where the drill shaft includes a first diameter and a second diameter and the first diameter is larger than the second diameter and a suture is connected with the drill shaft. |
| US10517607B2 |
Surgical instrumentation and methods of use for implanting a prosthesis
A tissue resection guide for use with a datum includes a base releasably engagable with the datum. The tissue resection guide has a first frame fixed relative to the base and the first frame has at least one integral first guide path that is sized and configured to at least partially capture and guide a first tissue resection tool relative to the first frame. |
| US10517605B2 |
Embolic device, an apparatus for embolizing a target vascular site and a method thereof
According to embodiments of the present invention, an embolic device for embolizing a target vascular site is provided. The embolic device includes a biodegradable shape memory element having an original shape and a deformed shape, wherein the biodegradable shape memory element in the deformed shape is in at least one dimension of a smaller size than the biodegradable shape memory element in the original shape, and wherein the biodegradable shape memory element is provided in the deformed shape and configured to resume the original shape in response to an external stimulus being applied to the biodegradable shape memory element in its deformed shape, to embolize the target vascular site and prevent fluid flow through the target vascular site. According to further embodiments of the present invention, an apparatus for embolizing a target vascular site and a method thereof are also provided. |
| US10517600B2 |
Magnetic anastomosis devices with varying magnetic force at a distance
Magnetic anastomosis devices constructed from magnetic segments coupled together with members that help the devices spontaneously transform from a linear delivery configuration to a polygonal deployment configuration. When two devices are joined together over tissue(s), the compressive force causes the tissue(s) to necrose and form an anastomosis. By altering the arrangement of the magnetic poles of the magnetic segments in the devices, the magnetic interaction between paired devices can be altered. This property gives surgeons flexibility in choosing how much attractive force the devices will experience during a procedure. |
| US10517599B2 |
Staple cartridge assembly comprising staple cavities for providing better staple guidance
A staple cartridge is disclosed. The staple cartridge comprises a cartridge body including staple cavities and staples removably stored in the staple cavities. The staple cartridge further comprises a firing member configured to eject the staples from the staple cavities. The staples and staple cavities include features which reduce friction forces between the staples and the staple cavities when the firing member ejects the staples from the staple cavities. Each of the staples comprises a base including a drive portion and staple legs extending from the base and, in at least one instance, each of the staple cavities includes a proximal guide and a distal guide configured to guide the staple legs of the staple positioned therein as it is ejected from the staple cavity. In certain instances, each of the staple cavities further includes an intermediate guide offset from the proximal guide and the distal guide. |
| US10517595B2 |
Jaw actuated lock arrangements for preventing advancement of a firing member in a surgical end effector unless an unfired cartridge is installed in the end effector
A surgical end effector including a first jaw that is configured to operably support a surgical staple cartridge therein and a second jaw that is movably supported relative to the first jaw between open and closed positions. A firing member is supported for axial movement within the first jaw along a shaft axis between a starting position and an ending position. A firing member lockout system is movable between an unlocked position wherein the firing member lockout system is out of engagement with the firing member and a locked position wherein the firing member lockout system is configured to prevent the firing member from being distally advanced from the starting position unless an unfired staple cartridge comprising a cam assembly that is located in an unfired position is supported within the first jaw. The firing member lockout system is configured to be moved from the unlocked position to the locked position when the second jaw is moved to the closed position. |
| US10517589B2 |
Surgical staples with expandable backspan
A surgical staple includes a body includes a first leg, a second leg, and a backspan. The backspan has a first portion, a second portion, a third portion, and a crimped region. The first portion of the backspan includes a looped member. The second portion of the backspan extends between a first end portion of the first leg and a first end portion of the looped member. The third portion of the backspan extends between a first end portion of the second leg and a second end portion of the looped member. The crimped region includes a crimped section in at least one of the second portion or the third portion of the backspan. A combined wire thickness of the second and third portions of the backspan in the crimped region is about equal to the diameter of the body of the surgical staple. |
| US10517585B2 |
Devices, systems, and methods for providing surgical access and facilitating closure of surgical access openings
A suture passer includes a handle, an elongated sleeve defining a distal end, an inner shaft slidably disposed within the elongated sleeve, and an end effector assembly disposed at a distal end of the inner shaft. The end effector assembly includes first and second arms, at least one which is movable relative to the other between a spaced-apart position and an approximated position for retaining a portion of a suture therebetween. The inner shaft and elongated sleeve are relatively movable between a first condition, wherein the first and second arms are disposed in the approximated position and the distal end of the elongated sleeve is exposed, a second condition, wherein the first and second arms are disposed in the approximated position and the distal end of the elongated sleeve is shielded, and a third condition, wherein the first and second arms are disposed in the spaced-apart position. |
| US10517581B2 |
Cardiac surgery retractor
Cardiac surgery retractor which comprises a baseband formed by a first base and a second base, mutually arranged in a perpendicular manner and forming a cross-section of the baseband in the shape of an L, the second base being planar and the first base having a curved geometry; the baseband incorporating a fin formed by a profile with a cross-section also in the shape of an L and the fin being articulated at the second base of the baseband, at a lateral edge of the second base contiguous to the contact thereof with the first base of the same baseband; such that in one position of the joint of the fin, one of the sides of the L profile forming the fin is the continuation of the same second base and the other side of the same L profile of the fin is the continuation of the first base. |
| US10517579B2 |
Specimen collection bag deployment device
A collection bag and a bag deployment device for use in collecting an item such as a specimen during surgical procedure. The collection bag and bag deployment device forming an assembly adapted to deliver the collection bag through an access cannula into a surgical cannula. The assembly adapted to strip the collection bag from the distal end of the bag deployment device and cinch a cinch loop to close the open end of the collection bag. |
| US10517576B2 |
Bone marrow access apparatus
A bone marrow access apparatus includes a bone penetrating member having an internal channel having an opening at a proximal end and an opening at a distal end, and a valve cap engaged with the bone penetrating member. The valve cap defines an interior cavity in which part of the bone penetrating member is situated to thereby secure the valve cap to the bone penetrating member. The valve cap includes a valve having an opening having an open state in which the channel is not obstructed and a closed state preventing flow of material through the channel. By being repeatedly switchable between the open and closed states, the valve controls access to the channel by bone marrow sampling and biopsy instruments. |
| US10517572B2 |
Ultrasound imaging apparatus and method of controlling ultrasound imaging apparatus
Provided are an ultrasound imaging apparatus including a probe and a method of controlling the ultrasound imaging apparatus. The method includes: comparing a signal value acquired through an input unit with first and second threshold values; and performing an operation that is determined based on a result of the comparison. |
| US10517568B2 |
3-D ultrasound imaging device and methods
An ultrasound cover for use with an ultrasound imaging system, a method of examining a patient with ultrasound, and an ultrasound diagnostic system. The ultrasound cover includes a central layer configured to conform to a shape of a patient's body and a plurality of ultrasound sensors positioned within the central layer. The ultrasound cover is positioned on a patent to be examined and conformed to the shape of the patient's body. RF ultrasound signals are acquired from the plurality of sensors and a 3-D model of the patient created from extracted echoes. The cover may be used with a diagnostic system that includes a computer configured to compare ultrasound data to a orthopedic-specific dataset to locate bony boundaries. |
| US10517566B2 |
Ultrasonic device, ultrasonic probe, electronic equipment, and ultrasonic image device
An ultrasonic device includes a base, a plurality of ultrasonic transducer elements, an acoustic adjustment layer, and a wall part. The ultrasonic transducer elements are arranged in an array form on the base, each of the ultrasonic transducer elements having a vibration film. The acoustic adjustment layer is disposed on each of the ultrasonic transducer elements. The wall part is arranged between adjacent ones of the ultrasonic transducer elements when viewed in a plan view along a thickness direction of the base such that the acoustic adjustment layer on the adjacent ones of the ultrasonic transducer elements are separated by the wall part in a range of at least a portion of a height of the acoustic adjustment layer measured from the base. The wall part has an acoustic impedance that is higher than an acoustic impedance of the acoustic adjustment layer. |
| US10517554B1 |
X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus
An X-ray fluoroscopic imaging apparatus is capable of easily setting a region of interest and maintaining a source object distance, such as in cases where a mechanism for moving a top board upward and downward is not provided or even in cases where it is desired to perform control without moving the top board upward and downward. In some examples, a C-arm supports an X-ray tube and a flat panel detector to face each other. An examination table equipped with a movable top board is movable in a longitudinal direction and inclinable. The movable top board may be moved in the longitudinal direction in a state in a which an inclination angle is maintained until a position in a perpendicular direction with respect to the movable top board after inclination changed matches a position in the perpendicular direction with respect to the movable top board before the inclination with respect to a height in the vertical direction and move a C-arm by a distance moved in parallel to a horizontal plane. |
| US10517550B2 |
Radiation shielding devices, systems, and methods
In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner. |
| US10517542B2 |
Using biomarker information for heart failure risk computation
Provided is a method, system and/or apparatus for determining prospective heart failure event risk. Acquired from a device memory are a heart failure patient's current and preceding risk assessment periods. Counting detected data observations in the current risk assessment period for a current risk assessment total amount and counting detected data observations in the preceding risk assessment period for a preceding risk assessment period total amount. Associating the current risk assessment and preceding risk assessment total amounts with a lookup table to acquire prospective risk of heart failure (HF) event for the preceding risk assessment period and the current risk assessment period. Employing weighted sums of the prospective risk of the HF event for the preceding risk assessment period and the current risk assessment period to calculate a weighted prospective risk of the HF event for a patient. Displaying on a graphical user interface the weighted prospective risk of the HF event for the patient. |
| US10517535B2 |
Method for controlling wearable device and wearable device
Provided are a method of controlling a wearable device and a wearable device. The method of controlling the wearable device includes: determining whether a sensor provided in the wearable device is in an activated state; controlling an adherency controller for adjusting adherency between the sensor and a body of a user wearing the wearable device based on whether the sensor is in the activated state; and detecting a biosignal via the sensor. |
| US10517534B2 |
Blood vessel detection apparatus, magnetic resonance imaging apparatus and program
An MRI apparatus comprises a image producing unit 101 for producing an image of a first body part containing a blood vessel; a defining unit 108 for defining a slice intersecting the image based on a reference position Q within the first body part, the slice being defined so that an angle of the slice is changeable with respect to the blood vessel VE; a unit for obtaining an index VI for deciding whether or not the blood vessel VE is contained within the slice for each angle θ; and a determining unit 111 for determining an angle of the slice at which the blood vessel VE is contained in the slice based on the index VI. |
| US10517528B2 |
Method and system for validating inspiratory muscle activity of a patient, and mechanical ventilation system using the same
The present disclosure relates to a method and a system for validating inspiratory muscle activity of a patient. Left and right electrical activity signals respectively representing activity of a left muscle and of a right muscle synchronized with an inspiratory effort of the patient are acquired from non-invasive sensors. A cardiac activity signal is extracted from the left and right electrical activity signals. A synchrony, a symmetry or a proportionality of the left and right electrical activity signals from which the cardiac activity signal is extracted is verified. A mechanical ventilation system incorporating the system for validating inspiratory muscle activity of the patient is also disclosed. |
| US10517527B2 |
Sleep quality scoring and improvement
A sleep scoring device is provided for, including a contactless biometric sensor, a processor, memory, and a microphone. The sleep scoring device may detect a user's sleep state by reading signals from the contactless biometric sensor based on at least one of a detected change in heartrate, body movement, or respiration, and log the biometric information. The sleep scoring device may also generate a sleep score for a sleep session based on the latency of the sleep session, the number of detected waking events, the amount of REM sleep, the amount of deep sleep, or the number of times the snooze button was pressed during the sleep session. |
| US10517526B2 |
Sleep monitoring
A sleep monitoring system (10) for monitoring the sleep of a pair of subject comprises a pair of CO2 sensors (21,21′) for mounting in different sleeping regions within a space (1) and a processor (31) communicatively coupled to the pair of CO2 sensors. The processor is adapted to, for each CO2 sensor in a particular sleeping region, monitor (203) a CO2 concentration from sensor data produced by the CO2 sensor in said particular sleeping region to detect a presence of a subject in said sleeping region; to register (207) the monitored CO2 concentration upon detecting (205) said presence; to determine (303) a degree of crosstalk between said CO2 sensors upon detecting said presence; and to derive (305, 313) sleep pattern information for said subject from the registered CO2 concentration during said presence as a function of the determined degree of crosstalk, wherein the sleep pattern information comprises at least an indication that the subject is awake and an indication that the subject is asleep. |
| US10517525B2 |
Smart diagnostic mouth guard system
Various examples are provided for a smart mouth guard for diagnosis, quantification, and/or management of e.g., bruxism. In one example, among others, a diagnostic mouth guard includes a plurality of pressure sensors and processing circuitry configured to provide pressure sensor data to an external processing unit when located in an oral cavity. The diagnostic mouth guard may also include temperature, pH and/or inertia sensors. In another example, a system includes the diagnostic mouth guard and the external processing unit such as, e.g., a smart phone, table or computer. The diagnostic mouth guard can communicate with the external processing unit over a wireless channel. |
| US10517522B2 |
System for measuring lower extremity muscle strength
The present invention relates to a system for measuring lower extremity muscle strength, and more particularly, to a system for measuring lower extremity muscle strength which can effectively measure or train lower extremity muscle strength by means of a simpler method. |
| US10517519B2 |
Blood sampling device and blood bag system
A blood sampling device (10) configuring a blood bag system (12) includes: a hollow needle (80) that can penetrate through a rubber plug (202) of a blood sampling tube (200) inserted into a blood sampling holder (78); a hub (76) that includes a needle supporting unit (90) for supporting a base end side of the hollow needle (80) and to which the blood sampling holder (78) is rotatably attached; a needle cover (82) made of rubber that is externally fitted to the needle supporting unit (90) while covering a tip side of the hollow needle (80); and a cap (84) arranged on the needle supporting unit (90) in such a manner that the cap (84) can come into contact with the needle cover (82) and is independent of the blood sampling holder (78). |
| US10517516B2 |
Monitor and system for monitoring an organism
Provided is a monitor for monitoring the condition of the interior of a living organism from the surface of the living organism. The monitor is provided with: a probe which includes an observation window and is attached to the organism surface; a unit which irradiates, with a laser, at least a portion of an observation region; a unit which detects scattered light resulting from the laser irradiation; a Doppler analysis unit and a SORS analysis unit which narrow down the observation spots to a first observation spot; and a CARS analysis unit which obtains the optical spectrum for at least one component, and outputs first information indicating the condition of the organism interior on the basis of the intensity of the spectrum. |
| US10517513B2 |
Hand function diagnostic and therapeutic system
Systems, devices and methods for quantitatively assessing hand function strength and range of motion via various instrumentations are disclosed. In one example embodiment, a hand function diagnostic and therapeutic system includes distal and proximal finger flexion measurement apparatuses used to automate quantitative assessment of hand function based on a combination of strength, range of motion, and time performance metrics. |
| US10517511B2 |
Patient off-bed notification system
The present invention relates to a patient off-bed notification system, which includes a pressure-sensitive sensor pad, a signal converter, and a signal transmitter. The pressure-sensitive sensor pad includes an upper conductive layer, a bottom conductive layer, and an insulating layer arranged therebetween, where the upper conductive layer and the bottom conductive layer can generate an electrical signal due to a pressure change. The signal converter is used to receive the electrical signal from the pressure-sensitive sensor pad and perform operational analysis to produce a corresponding patient status signal. The signal transmitter transmits the patient status signal from the signal converter to a server, and the server displays or/and stores corresponding information according to the patient status signal. Thus, patient's statuses in bed can be known at any time, and the harm caused when the patient leaves the bed alone can be minimized, thus effectively improving the work efficiency of caregivers. |
| US10517506B2 |
Low profile antenna for in body device
Low profile antennas for ingestible devices, such as ingestible event markers, are provided. Aspects of the ingestible devices of the invention include low profile signal transmission antennas configured such that they are flexible or degrade after use, allowing the antenna and attached components to pass easily through the body. Embodiments of the low profile antennas are configured to emit a detectable signal upon contact with a target physiological site. Also provided are methods of making and using the devices of the invention. |
| US10517501B2 |
Electroencephalogram analysis apparatus and electroencephalogram analysis method
An electroencephalogram analysis apparatus includes an electroencephalogram acquisition part and a comparison part. The electroencephalogram acquisition part is configured to acquire a first electroencephalogram measured at a first region on a head of a test subject and a second electroencephalogram measured at a second region positioned behind the first region on the head of the test subject. The comparison part is configured to compare a power of the first electroencephalogram in a specific frequency band with a power of the second encephalogram in the specific frequency band. |
| US10517493B2 |
Detection of reversible nerve injury
A system for monitoring relative nerve health and the presence of neuropraxia is described. The system utilizes the integration of a waveform function of an elicited or monitored nerve response to provide an indication of the strength of a detected signal from a nerve and thus the relative health and integrity of the nerve. In some embodiments motor nerve stimulation innervates muscle and an EMG waveform is obtained in response thereto. The integration under the waveform is expressed and an indexed value indicating a percentage of a certain threshold value. Methods set forth provide a more reliable status of a nerve in real-time and allow action to be taken to reduce neuropraxia or prevent permanent nerve damage. |
| US10517491B2 |
Cardiac phase-resolved non-breath-hold 3-dimensional magnetic resonance angiography
3D cine MR angiography systems and methods are disclosed for use during the steady state intravascular distribution phase of ferumoxytol. The 3D cine MRA technique enables improved delineation of cardiac anatomy in pediatric patients undergoing cardiovascular MRI. |
| US10517490B2 |
Data acquisition acceleration in magnetic resonance angiography applications using magnetization-prepared simultaneous multi-slice acquisition
A method for producing an image representative of the vasculature of a subject using a MRI system includes the acquisition of a signal indicative of a subject' cardiac phase. During each heartbeat of the subject, image slices of a volume covering a region of interest (ROI) within the subject are acquired by applying a volume-selective venous suppression pulse to suppress (a) venous signal for an upper slice in the ROI; (b) venous signal for slices that are upstream for venous flow in the ROI; and (c) background signal from the upstream slices. Next, a slice-selective background suppression pulse is applied to suppress background signal of the upper slice. Following a quiescent time interval, a spectrally selective fat suppression pulse is applied to the entire volume to attenuate signal from background fat signal. Then, a simultaneous multi-slice acquisition of the upper slice and the upstream slices is performed. |
| US10517489B2 |
Wrist worn accelerometer for pulse transit time (PTT) measurements of blood pressure
Wrist-worn devices and related methods measure a pulse transit time non-invasively and calculate a blood pressure value using the pulse transit time. A wrist-worn device includes an accelerometer, a photo-lethysmogram (PPG) or a pulse pressure sensor, and a controller. The PPG or the pulse pressure sensor coupled to the wrist-worn device for detecting an arrival of a blood pressure pulse at the user's wrist. The controller is configured to process output signals from the accelerometer to detect when the blood pressure pulse is propagated from the left ventricle of the user's heart, process a signal from the PPG or the pulse pressure sensor to detect when the blood pressure pulse arrives at the wrist, calculate a pulse transit time (PTT) for propagation of the blood pressure pulse from the left ventricle to the wrist, and generate one or more blood pressure values for the user based on the PTT. |
| US10517484B2 |
Semiconductor diodes-based physiological measurement device with improved signal-to-noise ratio
A wearable device includes a measurement device to measure a physiological parameter adapted to be placed on a wrist or an ear of a user. A plurality of semiconductor light sources such as light emitting diodes generate corresponding output light having an initial light intensity. A receiver includes spatially separated detectors receiving reflected light from the output lights and coupled to analog to digital converters. The receiver is configured to synchronize to the semiconductor source(s). The measurement device improves signal-to-noise ratio of the output signal by increasing light intensity relative to the initial light intensity and by increasing a pulse rate. Further improvement in signal-to-noise ratio is achieved by using change detection, where the receiver compares the signals with light on and with light off. |
| US10517483B2 |
System for detecting fluorescence and projecting a representative image
A fluorescence imaging device detects fluorescence in parts of the visible and invisible spectrum, and projects the fluorescence image directly on the human body, as well as on a monitor, with improved sensitivity, video frame rate and depth of focus, and enhanced capabilities of detecting distribution and properties of multiple fluorophores. Direct projection of three-dimensional visible representations of florescence on three-dimensional body areas advantageously permits viewing of it during surgical procedures, including during cancer removal, reconstructive surgery and wound care, etc. A NIR laser and a human visible laser (HVL) are aligned coaxially and scanned over the operating field of view. When the NIR laser passes over the area where the florescent dye is present, it energizes the dye which emits at a shifted NIR frequency detected by a photo diode. The HVL is turned on when emission is detected, providing visual indication of those positions. |
| US10517479B2 |
Mesh network personal emergency response appliance
A monitoring system using an activity sensor to determine patterns of activity based upon the user activity occurring over time. |
| US10517478B2 |
Wireless patient monitoring system and method
A method of monitoring a patient includes operating each of one or more wireless sensing devices to measure a physiological parameter from a patient and wirelessly transmit a parameter dataset, and receiving the one or more parameter datasets from the one or more wireless sensing devices. The method further includes calculating a patient condition index based on the one or more parameter datasets, wherein the patient condition index is an indicator of stability of the one or more physiological parameters. A measurement interval is then assigned for each wireless sensing device based on the patient condition index, and each wireless sensing device is operated according to the respective measurement interval. |
| US10517475B2 |
Apparatus and a method therewith to quantify visual patterns in infants
The invention relates to an apparatus and a method therewith to quantify visual field in infants. The invention provides a novel solution to the unmet need of detection of defects in the visual field in infants and/or babies and providing an apparatus with a software framework to minimize the errors of recording the readings and increasing their precision and analyzing said results automatically using the software embedded in the system. Said apparatus to quantify visual field in infants comprise of a light projection device onto a dome-shaped hemispherical structure with an infra-red camera along with fixation lights, a means for monitoring responses of the subject during testing, a means for recording and analyzing the readings. Said means to detect and record the eye/head movement in the subject during testing comprises said infra red (IR) camera connected to a device wherein software application is embedded. |
| US10517474B2 |
Ventilatory laryngoscope with disposable laryngoscope lens
A ventilatory laryngoscope with disposable laryngoscope lens including: a laryngoscope handle and a laryngoscope lens that is connected with an extension arm of the handle; transparent lens protecting cover on the end of the lens cavity; oxygen injecting through-hole on the cover; oxygen supply pipe in seal plug connection with the through-hole, the other end connected with an oxygen source pipe; scrubbing nozzle on the cover, and a drug delivery pipe. The laryngoscope has advantages: during the trachea intubation, ventilation and oxygen supply may be achieved in the body to effectively prevent cerebral anoxia and prolong the safe time limit of the intubation, improve the success rate of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and provide a safe and reliable guarantee; improve intubation safety and reduce professional risk; the secreta may be removed from the cover to achieve timely rescue of critically ill patients by collecting clear glottis image and smoothly completing the intubation. |
| US10517469B2 |
Image sensor synchronization without input clock and data transmission clock
An endoscopic system for use a controlled light environment is disclosed. In an implementation, the system may include an endoscope having an image sensor, an emitter, and a control circuit. The control circuit controls a frequency of the emitter in response to signals that correspond to the frequency of the emitter. The image sensor has input and output pads, where a pad count is reduced by not having a dedicated input synchronization clock pad. A frame period is divided into three defined states: a rolling-readout state during which image data is output through the pads, a service-line state during which non-image data is output through the pads, and a configuration state during which instruction data is received by the image sensor through the pads. Signal transitions are encoded within output data from the image sensor and correspond with defined states. |
| US10517468B2 |
Capsule medical device having positioning member with abutment surfaces
A capsule medical device configured to be introduced into a subject to acquire information about the subject is provided. The capsule medical device includes: a capsule-shaped casing including: a first casing including a hemispherical portion and a cylindrical portion; and a second casing that is a cylindrical casing where an opening edge portion having an opening is positioned at one end, the cylindrical portion of the first casing being fitted on an outer peripheral surface of the second casing on a side of the opening to incorporate an information acquisition member for acquiring information about the subject; and a positioning member including: a first abutment surface configured to abut on an end surface of the second casing on the side of the opening; and a second abutment surface configured to abut on the information acquisition member. |
| US10517466B2 |
Capsule endoscope having a self-cleaning surface and method of using the same
The present invention discloses a capsule endoscope and a method to prevent the capsule from being covered by a residue or mucous in a patient's digestive tract. The capsule endoscope comprises an improved surface, preventing a residue or mucous to adhere onto the surface of the capsule, and in the unlikely event that a residue or a mucous is collected by the capsule the improved surface can allow an easy and successful clean before an image is taken. |
| US10517465B2 |
Cable connection structure and endoscope apparatus
A cable connection structure includes: a cable having a core and a jacket made of an insulating material to cover the core; and a substrate connected with the cable. The substrate includes: a base material made of an insulating material; an external connection electrode formed on a surface of the base material and connected with the core; and a via provided in the base material and having an end exposed from a mounting surface of the substrate on which the cable is mounted, the via being connected with the external connection electrode. The via is provided at least at one of both ends of a surface of the external connection electrode perpendicular to an axial direction of the cable, on a proximal end side of the cable. |
| US10517463B2 |
Endoscope operation mechanism and endoscope
An endoscope operation mechanism includes: a dial operating an endoscope function; a detection sensor that has a sensor rotation shaft to which rotation of a dial rotation shaft of the dial is transmitted and detects the rotation amount, and that outputs an electrical signal in accordance with the detected rotation amount to a control portion performing driving control of a driving source of the endoscope function; an initial position reversion mechanism applying a rotational force to the dial rotation shaft in an opposite direction to the direction in which the dial rotation shaft is rotated, to thereby cause the rotational position of the dial to return to an initial position; and a switching mechanism switchable between a first state in which a rotational force from the initial position reversion mechanism is applied to the dial rotation shaft, and a second state in which the rotational force is not applied. |
| US10517461B2 |
Flexible tube insertion apparatus
A flexible tube insertion apparatus includes an insertion section including a plurality of segments, a plurality of stiffness variable portions provided in the respective segments and configured to vary stiffness of the respective segments, and a state detector configured to detect a shape of the insertion section. The apparatus includes a state calculator configured to acquire a shape of a tube at a time when the insertion section advances into the tube, and configured to calculate a relative position of the segment to the tube, and a control device configured to control, based on the shape of the tube, the stiffness variable portion provided in the segment which is calculated the relative position to the tube by the state calculator. |
| US10517460B2 |
Device for disinfecting and cleaning parts of persons, animals and objects
The invention provides a device for disinfecting and cleaning parts of persons, animals and objects which includes a plurality of sheets and a plurality of substrate layers. Each substrate layer is disposed between two sheets. Each sheet includes an adhesive layer and an antibacterial layer. A tab is arranged on each sheet. The invention can remove the dirt from a foot or paw as well as gently disinfect the foot or paw. Dirt, lint, hair, dust, and germs can be removed from the foot or paw using a gentle, antibacterial, sticky sheet on which the individual steps on. |
| US10517459B2 |
BBQ grill scraper and method of use
A barbeque grill scraper that uses a scraping edge with a tooth formed of a wearable material to remove char and debris from the grill grates. The tooth fits between adjoining grill grates to guide the scraping edge and create a plurality of indents in the scraping edge that match the top profile of the grill grates. The grates are thus thoroughly cleaned without the health risks associated with wire brush cleaners. Another embodiment further utilizes a protruding cleaning tool to access and clean the lower sides and bottom of the grill grates. |
| US10517456B2 |
Mobile robot and method of controlling the same
A mobile robot of the present disclosure includes a first pattern emission unit configured to emit a first patterned light downward and forward from the main body on a floor of an area to be cleaned; and an image acquisition unit configured to acquire an image of first patterned light emitted by the first pattern emission unit and incident on an obstacle. A pattern is detected from the acquired image to determine an obstacle, and a cliff is detected based on at least one of a shape or a position of the pattern in the image. The mobile robot may identify a travel path that does not lead to the cliff. |
| US10517455B2 |
Electrostatic discharge systems for autonomous mobile robots
An autonomous mobile robot includes a housing infrastructure, a drive system including one or more wheels to support the housing infrastructure above a floor surface, a cleaning assembly, electrical circuitry positioned within the robot housing and an electrostatic discharge assembly including an electrostatic discharge member that includes fibers electrically connected to the electrical circuitry and extending, from the electrical circuitry, to an exterior of the housing infrastructure. The electrical circuitry includes a controller to initiate a cleaning operation in which the drive propels the robot across the floor surface while the cleaning assembly cleans the floor surface. |
| US10517454B2 |
Autonomous floor-cleaning robot
An autonomous floor-cleaning robot comprising a housing infrastructure including a chassis, a power subsystem; for providing the energy to power the autonomous floor-cleaning robot, a motive subsystem operative to propel the autonomous floor-cleaning robot for cleaning operations, a command and control subsystem operative to control the autonomous floor-cleaning robot to effect cleaning operations, and a self-adjusting cleaning head subsystem that includes a deck mounted in pivotal combination with the chassis, a brush assembly mounted in combination with the deck and powered by the motive subsystem to sweep up particulates during cleaning operations, a vacuum assembly disposed in combination with the deck and powered by the motive subsystem to ingest particulates during cleaning operations, and a deck adjusting subassembly mounted in combination with the motive subsystem for the brush assembly, the deck, and the chassis that is automatically operative in response to an increase in brush torque in said brush assembly to pivot the deck with respect to said chassis. The autonomous floor-cleaning robot also includes a side brush assembly mounted in combination with the chassis and powered by the motive subsystem to entrain particulates outside the periphery of the housing infrastructure and to direct such particulates towards the self-adjusting cleaning head subsystem. |
| US10517453B2 |
Dust collector and vacuum cleaner having the same
A dust cleaner includes a primary cyclone part formed by an outer case and an inner case; and a secondary cyclone part including a set of cyclones. The secondary cyclone part includes a casing member mounted on the inner case and configured to form casings of the cyclones arranged around a hollow part; and vortex finders provided inside the casings and including guide vanes extending in a spiral direction and forming a revolving flow at outer circumferential surfaces. The casing member forms inlet flow paths of the cyclones, and each of the inlet flow paths is formed in a direction inclined with respect to a direction toward a center of each of the vortex finders to enable air to flow in a direction eccentric from the center of each of the vortex finders. |
| US10517452B2 |
Cyclonic separating device for upright vacuum cleaner and upright vacuum cleaner having the same
A cyclonic separating device for an upright vacuum cleaner and an upright vacuum cleaner with the same are disclosed. The cyclonic separating device includes a dirt cup, a filter and a cyclonic cone assembly. The filter is disposed in the dirt cup and includes a filter inlet and a filter outlet communicating between the filter inlet and an air outlet. The cyclonic cone assembly includes a cyclone cylinder and a cyclonic guide, in which a first end of the cyclone cylinder is communicated with an air inlet, and the cyclonic guide is fitted in a second end of the cyclone cylinder and is detachably fitted over the filter to spirally guide dirty air introduced into the cyclone cylinder from the air inlet to the filter inlet. |
| US10517449B2 |
Cyclone dust collecting apparatus and hand-held cleaner having the same
The hand-held cleaner includes a body, and a cyclone dust collecting apparatus detachably mounted in the body. The cyclone dust collecting apparatus includes a pre-motor filter unit having a filter grill and a filter member, a dust collecting bin having one end to which the pre-motor filter unit is coupled and the other end opposite to the one end in which an cyclone inlet is formed, and a cyclone bin disposed in the dust collecting bin and having a spiral flow path-guide member integrally formed therein. A moving path of air drawn into the cyclone inlet is maintained in the same direction until the air is discharged through the pre-motor filter unit via the cyclone bin. |
| US10517448B2 |
Blower apparatus and vacuum cleaner
A blower apparatus according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a motor including a shaft arranged to extend along a central axis extending in a vertical direction, and a bearing arranged to rotatably support the shaft; an impeller coupled to the shaft on an upper end side of the shaft; an impeller housing arranged to house the impeller, and including an air inlet on an upper side; a plurality of stationary vanes arranged on a lower side of the impeller housing; a cylindrical first ring arranged radially inside of the stationary vanes; and a cylindrical second ring arranged radially outside of the stationary vanes, and fixed to the impeller housing. The stationary vanes, the first ring, and the second ring are defined by a single monolithic member, and together define at least a portion of a stationary vane support portion. |
| US10517444B1 |
Paper roll dispensing device
The present invention is a toilet paper dispensing device having loading means located at an upper intake portion of the housing to permit introduction of paper rolls into the housing therefrom. Toilet paper rolls are stored and released into a lower compartment having locking means for rotatably engage a paper roll being used and releasable mounted within a lower dispensing portion of the housing to cooperatively permit a user to pull the paper from said paper roll being used; upon the toilet paper roll in use, a user can remove the empty roll using a door on the housing and actuate a lever to allow the next toilet paper roll in line to fall into the lower compartment and be held in place by hook members so a user can easily grab toilet paper from the lower compartment. |
| US10517443B2 |
Power consumption management methods and systems for product dispensers
Certain dual roll dispensers and methods of dispensing sheet product are provided. In one example, the method includes receiving, by the controller, a first trigger from at least one motion sensor, where the controller is in an awake state before the first trigger is received. The method includes causing, in response to the first trigger, a measurement device to enter an awake state, where the measurement device is configured to measure an amount of product dispensed by the dispenser. The method also includes receiving dispense event information associated with the amount of product dispensed during a dispense event, and storing or transmitting the dispense event information. |
| US10517442B2 |
Cloth towel hanger for use with a paper towel dispenser
The present invention is a device for simultaneously holding a roll of paper towels adjacent to a cloth towel hanger. Structurally, a support is provided for holding the roll of paper towels in an upright orientation, and a cloth towel hanger is provided which interacts directly with the support. For this combination, an extension unit includes an upper rod with the cloth towel hanger. This upper rod is pivotally engaged with a lower rod for rotation about a pivot point. In one configuration, both rods of the extension unit are aligned for insertion into the lumen of the support. In an angled configuration, the extension unit is partially withdrawn from the support, and the upper rod is rotated about the pivot point to project the hanger radially from the support for a joint use of the hanger with the paper towel holder. |
| US10517437B2 |
Apparatus for steaming and blending a food product
The present invention relates to an apparatus (10) for steaming and blending a food product, comprising: a container (14) for receiving the food product, wherein the container (14) comprises a base (16), a side wall (18) and an annular upstanding column (20) extending from the base (16) of the container (14) and surrounding an opening (22) in the base (16); a blade assembly (30, 30′) comprising (i) a first annular support member (32) which is coaxially arranged with the annular upstanding column (20) of the container (14) and (ii) at least one blade (36) which extends from the first annular support member (32), wherein the first annular support member (32) of the blade assembly (30, 30′) and the annular upstanding column (20) of the container (14) together form a first steam inlet passage (58); a drive system (38) comprising a motor (40) and a drive shaft (42, 42′) for coupling the motor (40) to the blade assembly (30, 30′); and a steam generator (48) for providing steam to the first steam inlet passage (58) via a second steam inlet passage (64, 64′) arranged within the annular upstanding column (20), wherein the drive shaft (42, 42′) comprises a hollow interior which forms at least a part of the second steam inlet passage (64, 64′) and is fluidly connected to the steam generator (48). |
| US10517435B2 |
Mill device
A coffee mill 1 to which the present invention is applied includes a milling unit 2 which mills, with an inner blade 8, coffee beans 5, a drive shaft 3 in which one end is cooperatively coupled to the inner blade 8 and in which on the shaft center 23 of the other end, a rectangular shaft portion 21 is formed that has a predetermined twist around at least part of the shaft center in a shaft center direction and that is rectangular in cross section and an operating handle 4 to which a rectangle shaft hole 22 that is rectangular in plan view is open and which is coupled to the drive shaft 3 by externally fitting the rectangular shaft hole 22 to the rectangular shaft portion 21. |
| US10517433B2 |
Apparatus for preparing food having an improved thermal protection
The invention relates to an apparatus (100) for preparing food. The apparatus comprises a food preparation chamber (101) having an outer wall (102), an air heating system to circulate hot air (103) inside the food preparation chamber (101), air cooling system to circulate cool air (104) on said outer wall (102) outside the food preparation chamber (102), a thermal fuse system (105) to cut the electrical supply of said apparatus when the temperature of the thermal fuse system (105) exceeds a given threshold (TH), the thermal fuse system (105) being attached to said outer wall (102) outside the food preparation chamber (101), a cover element (106) placed at the proximity of said thermal fuse system (105) to protect the thermal fuse system (105) from the cool air. This invention improves the thermal protection of the apparatus. |
| US10517430B1 |
Multi-radius curve rollover frying pan
A mutli-radius curve rollover frying pan, including a second hemi-circular side having a multi-radius curve cross-section along a first arcuate section and a second arcuate section to terminate at a second rim, is provided. The second rim is disposed substantially parallel the pan base but overhanging the first arcuate section. The multi-radius curve cross-section quickens towards the second rim whereby foodstuffs accelarated up the second hemi-circular side are gently inverted and rolled over at the second arcuate section maintaining contact with the pan. Flight of foodstuffs is minimized. Foodstuffs are inverted to complete rotation upon the slope of the first arcuate section before coming to rest under the influence of gravity on the cooking surface of the pan base. Force of impact is therefore minimized. Thus even delicate foodstuffs (such as eggs, for example) are readily inverted with minimal dexterity required and with minimal force applied to the pan proper. |
| US10517428B2 |
Grilling assembly
A grilling assembly for grilling over an open flame includes a frame that is tripoidal. A shaft is rotationally coupled by a first end to the frame. The shaft extends from proximate to an apex of the frame toward a base of the frame. A power module and a motor are coupled to the frame. The motor is operationally coupled to the power module and the shaft. The motor is positioned to rotate the shaft. A grate is coupled to a second end of the shaft. The grate is configured to position substantially horizontally over an open flame, such as a campfire. The grate is positioned to rotate coincident with the shaft such that food items that are positioned on the grate are positioned to be heated by the open flame. |
| US10517427B2 |
Cooking apparatus
A kamado style cooking apparatus comprising a cooking chamber having a high heat capacity and a vent system, wherein the cooking chamber comprises a thickened cast metal such as aluminum capable of being drilled or tapped to allow external components to be attached thereto. The cooking chamber is defined by a base unit and a top unit disposed over the base unit that is capable of moving from an open to a closed position via a hinge component. The top and base units further comprise a tongue and grove-like sealing means for creating an at least partial seal when closed. |
| US10517424B2 |
Eductor suitable for use in an assembly for preparing a liquid product, an assembly for preparing a liquid product and a system for preparing a liquid product
An eductor suitable for use in an assembly for preparing a liquid product comprises a housing having a substantially cylindrical wall. The eductor comprises an injector valve which is displaceably arranged within the cylindrical wall from first position to a second position longitudinally spaced from the first position, and vice versa. On its outer surface the injector valve comprises two annular protrusions which are spaced from each other, each of the annular protrusions engaging the inner surface of the cylindrical wall for forming a seal therewith, said annular protrusions together with the inner surface of the cylindrical wall forming an annular chamber, said protrusions being arranged for isolating the annular chamber from fluid communication with any environment outside the annular protrusions when said injector valve is positioned in the first position or the second position or any position in between. |
| US10517423B2 |
Multi-functional jug and beverage producing machine using same
A jug for preparation of beverages includes a body with a first receptacle and a second receptacle for receiving ingredients for the preparation of the beverages. A first stirrer can be arranged in the first receptacle. The jug also includes a cover closing the body of the jug. A first fluid connection is arranged for receiving a beverage from a beverage producing machine and collecting the beverage in the first receptacle. A second fluid connection to a beverage producing machine is further provided, which is in fluid communication with the second receptacle. The first receptacle and the second receptacle have different depths, where one of the first receptacle and the second receptacle has a larger depth than the other. |
| US10517422B2 |
Coffee roasting apparatus, coffee brewing apparatus and coffee roasting method
A coffee roasting apparatus is disclosed that comprises a compartment for holding coffee beans; a roasting element for roasting the coffee beans in said compartment; a controller for controlling the roasting element; and a sensor for monitoring a total amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released by said coffee beans during roasting and providing the controller with an indication of said monitored amount. The controller is adapted to receive an indication of the total weight of the coffee beans in the compartment and control the roasting element as a function of the indication of the monitored total amount and the indication of the total weight, said function defining the total VOC release characteristics of said coffee beans during roasting. A coffee brewing apparatus and coffee roasting method are also disclosed. |
| US10517418B2 |
Assembling curtain rail
The present invention relates to an assembling curtain rail including at least two corresponding fast-assembling rails and a rail connection piece used for connecting the two fast-assembling rails. An upper end and a lower end of the two sides of the fast-assembling rails are connected with upper fixing plates and a lower fixing plate, respectively. An inner side wall of the lower fixing plates has a guiding recess, and the rail connection piece is provided with a guiding protruding block cooperating with the guiding recess correspondingly. The guiding protruding block is located in the lower guiding slot. Via the connection and cooperating between the guiding recess and the guiding protruding block, the connection of the curtain rail is more firm, stability is better, and the usage safety is ensured. |
| US10517412B1 |
Sheet bed tightener
A cord with an outer fabric covering over a sheath and draw string is used to secure a sheet to a bed. The cord has a series of clips attached there-to by a second cord or by direct attachment. The clips are in turn removably attachable to edges of a sheet. One then tightens the draw string, reducing the length of the cord, and continues to do so until the sheet is pulled to a bottom side of the mattress. In this manner, the sheet ends are beneath the mattress and tightened thereto by the cord. The cord further snaps to itself, in embodiments of the disclosed technology, to form a closed loop around the bed. |
| US10517409B1 |
Baby rocker
The baby rocker may be adapted to safely support an infant in a prone position and to rock and gyrate the infant while the infant is in the prone position. A sturdy base may support a platform via a gyrator on the bottom of the platform. The platform may be padded for comfort. The platform may provide two side walls to prevent the infant from rolling off of the platform in addition to a harness, belt, and rest straps top restrain the infant. The platform may provide a pair of leg holes that the infants legs may pass through. Leg hole coverings may be provided to cover the leg holes if a solid platform surface is desired. |
| US10517408B1 |
Child wrap
The present invention relates to a child wrap, which may be in the form of a continuous piece of fabric and include a center panel, left and right shoulder straps, a bottom strap, and left and right panels, at least one of which is elongated. The panels preferably attach to one another via hook and loop fasteners as they wrap around the child. Preferably, the child's arms are free while wearing the wrap. |
| US10517405B2 |
Seat with ventilation system
A seat with a ventilation system that maintains seated person's coolness by blowing air to minimum segments of a seatback and a seat cushion so that seated person's comfort is maintained is provided. Air-blowing means is controlled in air-blowing quantity and air-blowing time periodically by air-blowing control means, and air blowing in each period is set to include a first term T1 in which a predetermined quantity of air is blown and a second term T2 in which the predetermined quantity of air to be blown is gradually reduced. |
| US10517399B2 |
Active seating
Stackable stools include rocking surfaces along which the stools can be rocked to allow a user to sway to and fro. The stools have rest surfaces that provide stable inclined positions of the stools. The stools can be stacked together to save space. The stools define holes allowing the stools to be stacked on a pole. |
| US10517397B2 |
Drawer rail and home appliance including the same
A drawer rail and a home appliance including the same are disclosed. The home appliance includes a drawer rail configured to withdraw an item accommodation unit provided in a storage chamber. The drawer rail includes a first rail mounted to the storage chamber, a second rail coupled to the item accommodation unit, a third rail disposed between the first rail and the second rail, a first retainer disposed between the first rail and the third rail to allow relative sliding movement, a second retainer disposed between the second rail and the third rail to allow relative sliding movement, a first stopper for limiting an allowable relative sliding distance between the first rail and the third rail, and a second stopper for limiting an allowable relative sliding distance between the second rail and the third rail. |
| US10517394B2 |
Habitable motor vehicle with table coupling
A habitable motor vehicle includes an interior, an ambience around the vehicle, an opening between the interior and ambience, a door which closes the opening, an insect protection device fastened to the vehicle, a table, and a fastening device which is releasably fastens the table to the vehicle. The insect protection device has an insect protection screen which at least partly closes the opening. The fastening device has coupling members comprising a table coupling member arranged on the table, and a vehicle coupling member arranged on a side of the motor vehicle in a region of the opening. The table and vehicle coupling members are releasably coupled to each other. The table extends from the opening laterally into the ambience when the coupling members are coupled. An intermediate space is formed between the table and the interior having the insect protection screen arranged therein when the coupling members are coupled. |
| US10517393B2 |
Pad for supporting a user's wrists, lower arms, and keyboard while typing
A pad for supporting a user's wrists, lower arms, and keyboard while typing has a support panel, a shelf, a supportive liner, and a textured liner. The support panel is a semi-rigid piece of flat material that has the supportive liner covering a top surface and the textured liner covering a bottom surface. The shelf is connected along one edge of the support panel so that the shelf can act as a riser that supports one end of the keyboard. The shelf and the support pad work in concert to create a sufficiently level typing surface for the user. As such, the user's wrists do not need to be bent while typing. Specifically, a height of the shelf is less than a height of the support panel. This configuration enables the typing surface of the keyboard to be placed coplanar to the top surface of the pad. |
| US10517392B2 |
Multi-tiered workstation assembly
A multi-tiered work arrangement includes stacked horizontal planar surfaces that have footprints that enable stacking of the planar surfaces to provide work surfaces that are easily accessible to a user in both a sitting and a standing position. A first work surface can have a wide end and a narrow end, and a second work surface can have corresponding narrow and wide ends. The wide end of the first planar surface is substantially equivalent in length to the narrow end of the second planar surface such that the work surfaces can be stacked in use, providing two unobstructed work surfaces at different heights. |
| US10517391B1 |
Pullout lectern
A pullout lectern and shelf device are disclosed. The lectern is an angled or anglable substantially flat surface or portion thereof which is unobstructed in such a manner as to be designed for paper, books, small items, arms, or the like to rest thereon. A base unit has a top section, middle section, and bottom section, wherein each section has a different circumference than an adjacent section in one embodiment of the disclosed technology. The base unit has at least one shelf, and in some embodiments, three shelves. The lectern is slidably removable from the bottom section. An angle support mechanism attached to the lectern is operable to change an angle of the lectern relative to the base unit. The lectern has a mathematically similar shape to the base unit in some embodiments, this shape being one with at least six sides such as a hexagon or regular hexagon. |
| US10517390B2 |
Elevation working platform
An elevation working platform includes a lower support and an upper support. At least one group of X-type elevation mechanisms is provided between the lower support and the upper support. The elevation working platform further includes an elastic element. A first end of the elastic element is connected between two end points of a first support rod or a second support rod. A second end of the elastic element is connected to the lower support or a second hinging seat capable of sliding relative to the lower support. Using the X-type elevation mechanisms, the front and back positions of the upper support do not change in an elevating process of the upper support, the structure is simple and practical, and the cost is relatively low. |
| US10517385B2 |
Roller brush, in particular for a cleaning and/or care device and cleaning and/or care device
The invention relates to a roller brush, in particular for a cleaning and/or care device, preferably for floor covering in the form of tiles, natural, artificial, blocks of concrete or wood, with a rotationally symmetrical cylinder which comprises a cylinder surface. At least one first plurality of a first bundle of bristles with a first brush and a second plurality of a second bundle of bristles with a second brush is arranged on the cylinder surface. The invention is characterised in that the first bundle of bristles are different from the second bundle of bristles. |
| US10517384B2 |
Personal care implement
A personal care implement, such as an oral care implement, that includes a body containing a supply of a fluid. A flow barrier is positioned with a first surface adjacent to the supply of fluid and a second surface opposite the first surface. The flow barrier allows flow of the fluid through the flow barrier for application to a biological surface when the flow barrier is compressed and prevents or inhibits flow of another fluid that is in contact with the second surface of the flow barrier through the flow barrier in a static state. In certain embodiments, the fluid in the supply may have a first viscosity and a first surface tension and the another fluid may have a second viscosity and a second surface tension such that one of the first and second viscosities and one of the first and second surface tensions are different from each other. |
| US10517379B2 |
Fastening element for magnetically fastening an electronic module, set comprising such a fastening element and an electronic module
This fastening element for magnetically fastening an electronic module is configured to be fixed to a support, the support having a recess, the electronic module including a radioelectric antenna and a display screen, the radioelectric antenna having a characteristic wavelength, the display screen being visible through the recess when the fastening element is fixed to the support and fastened to the electronic module, the fastening element being configured to be fixed around the recess, wherein the fastening element comprises several portions, at least some portions being separate from each other by a respective gap for emission and/or reception of radio waves by the radioelectric antenna, and wherein at least one portion has a length depending on the characteristic wavelength. |
| US10517377B2 |
Flexible container
A flexible container device, comprising a container top portion having a substantially oval top footprint, a flexible container bottom having a substantially oval bottom footprint, wherein the flexible container bottom is foldable, and a flexible reservoir body in between the container top portion and the flexible container bottom. The flexible reservoir body can be coupled to the container top portion by a top perimeter seam and coupled to the flexible container bottom by a bottom perimeter seam. The flexible reservoir body can be formed by a flexible panel folded and attached to itself along one or more body seams extending along a length of the flexible reservoir body. The flexible reservoir body can be collapsible and foldable. |
| US10517372B2 |
Wiper assembly
A wiper assembly includes a non-porous base configured for attachment to an open end of a container body and a porous wiper overmolded onto the base that is configured to wipe formulation from an applicator when removed from the container body.A wiper assembly includes a collar configured to be positioned within an open end of a container body. The collar includes a substantially cylindrical shaped base portion having a top opening and a substantially dome-shaped secondary wiper portion extending from the base portion that has a bottom opening defining at least one secondary wiper edge. A sponge is configured to be disposed beneath the secondary wiper portion of the collar that has an opening in substantial axial alignment with the top and bottom openings of the collar. |
| US10517371B2 |
Curing applicator
A curing applicator for curing a curable formulation as it is applied to a surface includes an applicator assembly extending from a base assembly. The applicator assembly is configured to apply the curable formulation to the surface. The curing applicator further includes a curing assembly configured to deliver a curing stimulus. The curing assembly extends from the base assembly and is positioned to follow the applicator as it applies the curable formulation to the surface. |
| US10517369B2 |
Drawing apparatus and control method of drawing apparatus
A drawing apparatus and a control method of a drawing apparatus that can suppress the movement of a finger inserted in a finger insertion section more reliably and also hold the finger more softly are provided. The drawing apparatus includes: a finger holding case including a finger insertion section in which a finger is inserted and an opening through which the nail of the finger is exposed at the position facing a drawing head section; and a finger holding section located in the finger holding case and including an annular section, wherein a fluid is supplied to the annular section to circumferentially press the finger and suppress the movement of the finger, and the fluid is discharged from the annular section to release the press. |
| US10517367B2 |
Method of treating hair with foam
A method of treating hair more precisely including providing a hair treatment composition in a foam dispenser, dispensing the hair treatment composition directly onto the hair as a foam, leaving the foam on the hair, and rinsing the foam from the hair. The foam dispenser includes a reservoir for holding the hair treatment composition, an extended nozzle connected to the reservoir, and one or more nozzle orifices. The one or more nozzle orifices has a total orifice area of from about 5 mm2 to about 80 mm2. The extended nozzle has a protrusion length of from about 20 mm to about 125 mm. The foam has a specific volume of from about 4 ml/g to about 20 ml/g. |
| US10517366B2 |
Hair and Pillow Protector (HaPP)
A hair cover device and pillow protector to contain moisture and oils on the hair of a wearer's head. The Hair and Pillow Protector (HaPP), a multi-layer hair covering to protect hair from breakage, maintain moisture and oils applied to the hair while also preventing moisture, water and oils from saturating, damaging, staining or wetting a pillowcase, pillow, bed linens, seat headrest, etc. upon which a wearer rests a head. A fastening mechanism for adjustably securing the HaPP to the head of a wearer and an attachment mechanism on the hair covering in order to secure an additional head cover, such as a hat or wig, to the HaPP hair covering which allows the HaPP to be worn inside or outside during any general activity. |
| US10517363B2 |
2D stylish bag structure
A bag structure with a first feature surface, a second feature surface, and a back surface is provided. The first feature surface has a first border that defines the virtual first view of the bag structure. The second feature surface has a second border that defines a virtual second view of the bag structure. The back surface is arranged opposite to the first feature surface and the second feature surface. The combination of the first feature surface, second feature surface, and back surface defines the bag structure. The first and second feature surface are substantively on the same visual plane. |
| US10517362B2 |
Versatile bag
Provided is a versatile bag, including: a containing portion, one side of which is open, thereby forming a main containing chamber for storing belongings; and a deformable portion, which changes the shape thereof, thereby covering the main containing chamber or covering the outside of the containing portion. Embodiments of the present invention can implement a bag that has various shapes and uses. |
| US10517361B2 |
Cross-country interchangeable plate system
Attachment for a pole, in particular for a trekking pole, cross-country ski pole, Nordic-walking pole, or Alpine ski pole, comprising a substantially cylindrical sleeve (3) which can be fastened to the bottom free end (25) of a pole shaft (1), comprising a blind hole (22) open towards the top to accommodate the bottom free end of the pole bar, and an interchangeable element (2), which can be fastened to the sleeve in a detachable form-fitting and force-fitting manner. The sleeve comprises a head region (4) and an adjoining body region (5) extending downwards, and an outer thread (6) on at least one axial section of the body region. The interchangeable element comprises a tip or a rolling surface on the bottom end (21) thereof, wherein the interchangeable element has an axial blind hole (15) open towards the top for accommodating the sleeve. |
| US10517358B1 |
Canted ring
A ring for a finger of a user, the finger extending from a root of the finger at a palm of a hand at an angle that is not a right angle, the ring including a canted band including a bottom portion, a top portion and a cant angle, wherein the ring is capable to be worn by the user with the ring tangent to the palm at the root of the finger, increasing the comfort experienced by the user as the ring is disposed on the finger of the user and increasing the secure coupling of the ring to the finger by disposing the ring against the palm. |
| US10517354B2 |
Segmented tunnels on articles
Collapsible tunnel systems or segmented tubular structures may be printed on or otherwise attached to base layers on articles of apparel, articles of footwear, or other articles of manufacture. The collapsible tunnel systems have two or more tubular structures attached to the base layer, with tunnels extending through the tubular structures. A tensile strand may be laced through the tunnels in the tubular structure such that when tension is applied to the tensile strand, the tunnels may collapse into a structure with a continuous tunnel through two or more tubular structures. In some embodiments, two or more segmented tubular structures each have two spaced-apart tubular structures joined by a connecting portion, and a tensile strand extending through tunnels in the tubular structures. |
| US10517351B2 |
Shoe with integral orthotic/propulsion plate
A shoe with an integral orthotic or propulsion plate is provided that includes a shoe defining an upper and a sole, and an orthotic or propulsion plate positioned between the upper of the shoe and the sole of the shoe. The orthotic or propulsion plate defines a toe platform region, a longitudinal arch pad region, and a heel region. In the absence of an applied force to the top surface of the orthotic or propulsion plate and with the sole of the shoe resting on a horizontal surface, the orthotic or propulsion plate bows upward in the longitudinal arch pad region relative to the toe platform region and the heel region. In response to a force being applied to the top surface of the orthotic or propulsion plate, the bowed longitudinal arch pad region flexes downward relative to the toe pad region and the heel region to load a first preload force in the orthotic or propulsion plate. In response to the heel region thereafter moving upward, the bowed longitudinal arch pad flexes upward and the first pre-load force is released to deliver a propulsive force to the top surface of the orthotic or propulsion plate; and the orthotic or propulsion plate flexes to define a flex angle β between the toe platform region and the longitudinal arch pad region and to load a second pre-load force into the orthotic or propulsion plate. In response to the toe platform region thereafter moving upward, the orthotic or propulsion plate returns from its flexed position to eliminate the flex angle β; and the second pre-load force is released to deliver a propulsive force to the top surface of the orthotic or propulsion plate. |
| US10517348B2 |
Cycling helmet capable of switching sound production guidance mode based on bone conduction earphone
A cycling helmet capable of switching a sound production guidance mode based on a bone conduction earphone includes: a helmet body and the bone conduction earphone disposed on the helmet body. The bone conduction earphone includes a magnet, a coil and a bone conduction oscillator, and the bone conduction oscillator can contact the helmet body, so as to cause the helmet body to oscillate to form a sound cavity. |
| US10517344B2 |
Adjustable hat with removable adjustment straps
An adjustable hat has a first attachment member and a strap connection member that cooperate to allow a strap to be easily connected and removed from the adjustable hat. The two elements may also be reversed with regard to construction and attachment to parts of the hat. The two members can be disengaged from one another without having to access them in the space formed by the hat and the band. |
| US10517343B2 |
Hybrid sports shock absorbing cap
A shock absorbing cap provides shock abortion in the space between the interior of a traditional safety helmet and the head of the wearer. The cap has a first region next to the scalp which is made of 100% knitted cotton for comfort and the absorption of sweat. A second region is made of 100% wool fleece braided fiber bundles that extend alternately in longitudinal and lateral directions sufficiently to nearly fill the space. The outermost region is made of one or more layers of braided 100% carbon fiber bundles, which run the opposite direction of the last wool lock. In an alternative, the first region is used but the second region completely fills the space with woven aramid and carbon fiber squares laid on top of each other and sewn together. The uppermost portion is laser cut for a tight but comfortable fit under the helmet. |
| US10517341B2 |
Concealed gun belt, holster and magazine holders
Holster systems useable with pants including a plurality of outer belt loops and a plurality of inner belt openings around a waist portion of the pants are described. The inner belt openings may be disposed at a first spacing around the waist portion. A holster or holder may also be provided including an opening configured to at least partially receive a firearm, preferably a handgun, and a plurality of slots configured to receive a strap of webbing or similar material therethrough. The slots may be spaced apart from one other at approximately the same distance as the first spacing. |
| US10517336B2 |
Protective equipment
The present application provides a protective apparatus that includes a left and a right generally arched shaped portion with a padding system that provides a channel that accommodates the user's shoulder. The foam padding system includes a shoulder pad removably attached to at least one of the generally arched shaped portions, and a pair of body pads removably attached at their top ends to the shoulder pad and at a bottom to respective bottom ends of the generally arched shape portions. |
| US10517335B2 |
Garment with compression adjustment arrangement
A garment configured to be worn on a human body includes at least one fabric portion provided on a torso portion or a limb portion of the garment. The at least one fabric portion is comprised of an elastic material and is configured to provide a degree of compression to the human body depending on a degree of stretch of the at least one fabric portion. The garment further includes a compression adjustment arrangement coupled to the at least one fabric portion. The compression adjustment arrangement includes a plurality of fluid pockets positioned on an inner side of the at least one fabric portion and a pump configured to pump fluid into the plurality of fluid pockets in order to stretch the at least one fabric portion. |
| US10517330B2 |
Heart rate monitor for an aerosol delivery device
An aerosol delivery device is provided that includes at least one housing enclosing a reservoir configured to retain an aerosol precursor composition. The device includes a heating element, and a microprocessor configured to operate in an active mode in which the control body is configured to control the heating element to activate and vaporize components of the aerosol precursor composition. And the device includes a heart rate monitor including a plurality of biopotential electrodes affixed to the housing and configured to obtain biopotential measurements from a user, and including signal conditioning circuitry configured to produce an electrocardiogram signal from the biopotential measurements. The microprocessor is coupled to the signal conditioning circuitry and further configured to control operation of at least one functional element of the aerosol delivery device based on the electrocardiogram signal or a heart rate of the user calculated therefrom. |
| US10517329B2 |
Sensing in aerosol generating articles
A smoking article includes a housing that has a mouthpiece and that is configured to receive an aerosol generating substrate. The smoking article also includes a sensor that is positioned at, for example, the mouthpiece and that is configured to detect an oronasal molecule of a prospective smoker of the article. The oronasal molecule can be a molecule that would be expected to be present in breath or saliva of a smoker but not in the breath or saliva of a non-smoker. The sensor is positioned to detect an amount or concentration of a molecule in the smoker's breath or saliva. The smoking article can use data transduced by the sensor to control delivery of an aerosol from the smoking article, such as to prevent delivery of the aerosol. |
| US10517323B1 |
Method of forming a woven food condiment
A food condiment slice, method of using, composition and method for making, and methods for manufacturing are described. The food condiment slices are used with sandwiches, other food products, and beverages. The food condiment slices may have different structures such as face-fused, side-fused, face-fused-side-fused, woven, and chopped. The food condiment slices are formed from condiments such as catsup, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, steak sauce, jellies, jam, preserves, butter, margarine, marinades, creamers, and syrups. More than one food condiment can be integrated into a single food condiment slice. The food condiment slices eliminate the need and inconvenience of using and carrying spreadable, squeezable, and pourable food condiments. Also included are beverage condiment slices or discs such as coffee or tea dairy and non-dairy creamers. |
| US10517322B1 |
Dietary supplement formulations for promoting sleep
Provided herein are formulations and methods helping individuals enhance cognitive function, facilitate memory processing, induce and maintain sleep, stabilize mood, reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, facilitate energy production, improve mental and emotional health, or support long-term brain health. |
| US10517313B2 |
Coffee roasting apparatus, coffee brewing apparatus and coffee roasting method
A coffee roasting apparatus including a compartment for holding coffee beans; a roasting element for roasting the coffee beans in the compartment; and a controller for controlling the roasting element. The controller is configured to control the roasting element as a function of a rate of change in the volume of the coffee beans residing in the compartment. |
| US10517305B2 |
Food pan having reinforced band
A method for making a food pan including forming a pan including a bottom, and a side wall extending along a perimeter of the bottom, wherein the side wall comprises an upper perimeter. The method includes forming a rim around the upper perimeter of the side wall, wherein the rim comprises a top portion and an outer edge, providing a reinforcement band proximate the upper perimeter of the side wall and the rim, and bending the rim around the reinforcement band, wherein the outer edge of the rim contacts the side wall when fully shaped. The method further includes reforming a shape of the reinforcement band and the rim. |
| US10517302B2 |
Porous matrices for culture and formulation of agricultural biopesticides and chemicals
The present disclosure addresses biologically active formulations for agricultural and other applications that comprise a solid growth substrate that defines an open cell matrix and an active population of one or more microorganisms adhered thereto. The formulation is configured to be applied directly to a plant growth environment and does not require additional isolation and/or processing steps that would separate the microorganisms from the solid growth substrate prior to deployment. The disclosure also addresses related methods. |
| US10517298B1 |
Method of controlling phytopathogenic diseases on turfgrass
The present invention relates to a method of controlling bacterial wilt on turfgrass, in particular low to moderate disease pressure, using an effective non-phytotoxic amount of (A) chlorothalonil and (B) acibenzolar-s-methyl. |
| US10517295B2 |
Soybean disease control composition and soybean disease control method
There are provided a soybean disease control composition containing, as active ingredients, (a) fluazinam or a salt thereof and (b) at least one fungicide selected from the group consisting of carboxamide-based compounds and azole-based compounds; and a method for controlling a soybean disease, which includes applying the soybean disease control composition to a soybean plant or soil. |
| US10517294B2 |
Dihydrothiophene derivatives as insecticidal compounds
The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) wherein Q is Q1 or Q2 P is P0, heterocyclyl or heterocyclyl substituted by one to five Z; Y1, Y2, Y3 and Y4 are independently of each other C—H, C—R5, or nitrogen; G1 is oxygen or sulfur; R1 is hydrogen, C1-C8alkyl, C1-C8alkoxy-, C1-C8alkylcarbonyl-, or C1-C8alkoxycarbonyl-; X4 is C1-C8haloalkyl; R4 is aryl or aryl substituted by one to five R9, or heteroaryl or heteroaryl substituted by one to five R9; n is 0, 1 or 2; and Z, R2, R5 and R9 are as defined in the claims. The invention also provides methods of controlling insects, acarines, nematodes or molluscs comprising applying to a pest, to a locus of a pest, or to a plant susceptible to attack by a pest an insecticidally, acaricidally, nematicidally or molluscicidally effective amount of a compound of formula (I). |
| US10517290B2 |
Decoy motion attachment device
A motion attachment device designed to be attached to the keel of a decoy includes a housing that is configured to releasably receive the keel. An actuator in the housing is connected to and moves one or more appendages also attached to the housing. The device can be attached to different decoys at different times. |
| US10517289B2 |
Insect-proofing film and insect-proofing cover
Disclosed is an insect-proofing film and an insect-proofing cover capable of preventing flying insects from being attracted to or flying toward light-emitting elements, indoor space, and crops, and more specifically, provides an insect-proofing film and an insect-proofing cover wherein the insect-proofing film/insect-proofing cover includes at least one type of triazine-based compound represented by formula (1). (In formula (1), R1 to R3 each represent a C1-12 linear or branched alkyl group, etc.; and R4 to R6 each represent a C1-8 alkyl group, a C2-8 alkenyl group, etc.) |
| US10517288B2 |
Benthic barrier mat and method
A benthic barrier in which a polygonal shaped mat having straight sides is mounted on a similarly polygonal frame, but in which the frame sides bow out slightly between corners, causing the mat to stretch slightly and become taut. The frame comprises a plurality of straight leg members and a number of corner members as required by said polygonal shape. The corner members encompass interior angles which are from about 1 to about 5 degrees greater than the interior angle of the polygon defined by the straight sides of the mat. The frame member legs are rigid, but slightly flexible such that when assembled into the mat as an assembled frame, the straight legs are forced to bow out slightly between the corners, pulling the mat taut. |
| US10517287B2 |
Extensible pesticide applicator
An extensible pesticide applicator is provided enabling application of both liquid and powdered insecticides to distal, out-of-reach areas. An extensible pole has a distal and a proximal end for manual wielding whereby a pair of nozzles is deployable proximal an out-of-reach habitat. Pressurization of ambient atmosphere into the extensible pole is enabled by a pump member and timed release of the pressurized ambient atmosphere to forcibly eject powdered and alternately liquid pesticide from the distal end is enabled by manual action effected to depress a trigger member. Direct application of pesticide is thereby enabled to distal and out-of-reach habitat without a user coming into proximity with the habitat or the pesticide released. |
| US10517284B1 |
EZ FishHook
EZ Fishhook is a faster and easier way to insert and hold the fishing line within the eyelet hole. The eyelet channel opening from the shaft into the eyelet hole compresses the fishing line while passing through eyelet channel. Once the fishing line is inside the eyelet hole, the fishing line diameter decompresses to the same size of the eyelet hole diameter; thus, the fishing line is held tight within the eyelet. The fishing line, with the fishing line knot, is pulled I through the eyelet hole until the fishing knot is tight against the eyelet. The fishing line knot is held outside the eyelet due to the fishing knot being larger than the eyelet hole. The tight fit between the fishing line diameter and the eyelet hole diameter holds the fishing line knot tight against the eyelet while fishing. |
| US10517282B2 |
Fishing lure ornamentation
A functional ornamentation manufactured from a stamped metal plate which is twisted by a specified number of degrees to result in a shape that allows for unique reactions to flowing fluids such as air and water. Due to the shape and twist of the device, the device will spin along with the flowing fluid or when pulled through that fluid, such that it retains a straight trajectory. In a preferred embodiment, such as part of a fishing lure, the ornamentation is connected to a ball bearing swivel which allows for near frictionless rotation. The lure when drawn through the water travels in a straight path, rather than an arced path of the prior art. This results in a more natural travel path producing greater flash and rotation for attacking fish. |
| US10517278B1 |
Portable basket colony for growing and transport and method of use
A colony basket and method of using the same for handling poultry from DOC through the growing process and on to a production facility comprising a harvesting system, a loading system, a transport system, an unloading and storing system, hanging system and cleaning system. The system and method performs the steps of harvesting and colonizing live poultry into a singly stackable and transportable colony basket, stacking and loading the trays on a transport, unloading and temporarily storing the poultry for subsequent processing. The system and method further includes the use of a modular colony basket for interchangeable use with the described system. |
| US10517275B2 |
Method, a device and a system for determining a state of an animal
A device (5) attached to the neck (6) of an animal (2) comprises an accelerometer (17) which produces first and second signals indicative of the raised and lowered state of the head (7) of the animal (2) and movement of the animal (2). A microprocessor (20) in the device (5) processes the first and second signals to determine if the animal is ruminating, resting, feeding or in a highly active state during respective second predefined time periods of approximately 15 minutes duration. Data indicative of the ruminating, resting, feeding and the highly active state of the animal is stored by the microprocessor (20) in the device (5) and is periodically wirelessly communicated to a base station computer which further processes the data to determine various health states of the animal. |
| US10517262B2 |
Hybrid pepper plant named skyhawk
A novel hybrid pepper plant, designated SKYHAWK is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of pepper hybrid SKYHAWK, to the plants and plant parts of hybrid pepper SKYHAWK, and to methods for producing a pepper plant by crossing the hybrid pepper SKYHAWK with itself or another pepper plant. |
| US10517261B2 |
Cotton variety PX222-104W3FE
The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX222-104W3FE, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX222-104W3FE, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX222-104W3FE with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX222-104W3FE with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX222-104W3FE, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX222-104W3FE, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods. |
| US10517259B1 |
Soybean variety 01068824
The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01068824. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01068824. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01068824 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01068824 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods. |
| US10517258B1 |
Soybean cultivar 63362845
A soybean cultivar designated 63362845 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 63362845, to the plants of soybean cultivar 63362845, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 63362845, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 63362845. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 63362845. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 63362845, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 63362845 with another soybean cultivar. |
| US10517251B1 |
Soybean variety 5PQGF70
A novel soybean variety, designated 5PQGF70 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety 5PQGF70, cells from soybean variety 5PQGF70, plants of soybean 5PQGF70, and plant parts of soybean variety 5PQGF70. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety 5PQGF70 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety 5PQGF70, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety 5PQGF70, and methods of characterizing soybean variety 5PQGF70. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety 5PQGF70 are further provided. |
| US10517248B2 |
Lettuce variety ‘Somerset’
New lettuce variety designated ‘Somerset’ is described. ‘Somerset’ is a lettuce variety exhibiting stability and uniformity. |
| US10517247B1 |
Soybean cultivar 71270402
A soybean cultivar designated 71270402 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 71270402, to the plants of soybean cultivar 71270402, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 71270402, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 71270402. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 71270402. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 71270402, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 71270402 with another soybean cultivar. |
| US10517246B1 |
Soybean cultivar 61242247
A soybean cultivar designated 61242247 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 61242247, to the plants of soybean cultivar 61242247, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 61242247, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 61242247. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 61242247. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 61242247, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 61242247 with another soybean cultivar. |
| US10517239B2 |
Upright irrigation bag
An upright open face flexible irrigation bag having a first edge with a first set of zipper teeth and a second edge with a second set of zipper teeth and a slider for in situ securing the first set of zipper teeth to the second set of zipper teeth around a sapling and an emitter wherein the emitter includes flow control through either a restrictive nozzle or an emitter valve or both with both the emitter valve and the restrictive nozzle located external to the irrigation bag and proximate a ground edge of the upright irrigation bag with the irrigation bag including an emitter valve for compensating in a water pressure head in the irrigation bag. |
| US10517237B2 |
Lateral irrigation system with improved end-of-run control
A lateral move irrigation system more effectively irrigates a field by minimizing the portions of the field that receive no irrigation. The irrigation system includes a plurality of mobile towers, a plurality of elongated support structures attached to and extending between the towers, and a fluid delivery system. Each mobile tower has wheels and a motor for driving the wheels. A safety circuit stops the motors on all the mobile towers when any of the towers reaches an end-of-run position. Location determining components determine locations of the mobile towers as they traverse a field, and a control system stops or slows any of the towers before they trigger the safety circuit so that lagging mobile tower may catch up before the safety circuit shuts down or reverses all the motors. |
| US10517236B2 |
Drip emitter
A drip irrigation emitter is provided extending between first and second longitudinal ends. The emitter has an outer side for attaching to a pipe that is laterally bound between first and second longitudinal edges. The outer side has a flow path and an exit pool, and at least a section of the flow path extends downstream along the first edge and at least a portion of the exit pool is formed between the section of the flow path and the second edge. |
| US10517230B2 |
Layered facade panel
A layered façade panel for being secured to a building or structure. In one embodiment, the panel includes a porous metal outer layer, a non-porous backing layer and an intermediate layer between the outer and backing layers, the outer metal layer having a porosity for allowing vegetation to grow through and to be supported in pores in the outer layer, and the intermediate layer being for supporting roots of the vegetation. |
| US10517228B2 |
Seeding and/or planting system
A seed and/or plant system contains a strand-shaped seed and/or plant carrier suspended on a mounting. The seed and/or plant carrier contains several seed and/or plant locations with seeds and/or plants arranged spaced apart from each other in its longitudinal extension. The seeds and/or the plants are supplied with a liquid via a supply tube. In order for the seed and/or plant locations in the seed and/or plant system to be provided at a distance from one another definable by the manufacturer of the seed and/or plant system in a simple manner, a sleeve is provided on each of the seed and/or plant locations, from which a substrate with the seed and/or the plant is received or receivable and/or which at least partially forms a substrate for the seed and/or the plant, wherein the sleeve is formed from the or around the seed and/or plant carrier. |
| US10517227B2 |
Indoor three-dimensional planting frame
An indoor three-dimensional planting frame, includes a composite frame, a control system, planting pots and LED light panels, wherein the composite frame is assembled from a plurality of side baffles, fixing rings and fixing plates; said side baffles are vertically arranged on both sides of a frame body of the composite frame, and ends of adjacent side baffles are connected to the fixing rings; the fixing rings are arranged horizontally as rectangular rings of beams, and a plurality of mounting holes are arranged thereon; the fixing plates are bracket plates; the LED light panels are fixed at the bottom of the fixing plates with screws, and multiple LED light wicks are arranged on the LED light panels; The indoor three-dimensional planting frame helps control the plant growth photoperiod and photomorphogenesis by controlling the work cycle of the grow lights and the fans. |
| US10517221B2 |
Round baler with dual wrapping rolls
The present disclosure relates to a round baler (10) including a baling chamber (12) for forming a bale (26) and a first wrapping mechanism (32) mounted to the baling chamber (12). The first wrapping mechanism (32) includes a feed system that feeds the wrap material (30a) into the baling chamber (12). The round baler (10) further comprises a second wrapping mechanism (34) mounted to the baling chamber (12) which includes a feed system that feeds the wrap material (30b) into the baling chamber (12). Further, the round baler (10) includes an inlet (40) wherein wrap material (30a) from the first wrapping mechanism (32) and wrap material (30b) from the second wrapping mechanism (34) enter the baling chamber (12). The first wrapping mechanism (32) and second wrapping mechanism (34) are configured to be operated independently. |
| US10517219B2 |
Mechanical linkage for agricultural accumulator including extendable carriages
An accumulator is coupled to an agricultural baler and is configured to support a crop package exiting the baler. The accumulator includes a frame having a first end, a second end, and a support surface positioned between the first and the second ends. The support surface is configured to support the crop package that exits the baler. The accumulator also includes a carriage coupled to the first end of the frame and linearly moveable relative to the frame between a retracted position and an extended position. The carriage is configured to support the crop package when in the extended position. The accumulator further includes a linkage coupled to at least one of the frame and the carriage. The linkage is configured to move the carriage to at least one of the extended and retracted positions. |
| US10517217B2 |
Cotton picker unit lift structure
A cotton picker unit lift structure having a first frame, a second frame slidably coupled to the first frame about a pivot axis with a plurality of sliding joints. Wherein, the pivot axis is spaced from the second frame and extends in a fore-aft direction and the second frame is pivotal about the pivot axis in a first direction and a second direction relative to the first frame. |
| US10517215B2 |
Roll center for attachment frame control arms
An agricultural harvesting header includes a first frame portion and a second frame portion moveably connected to the first frame portion. An upper control arm is pivotally connected to the first frame portion and pivotally connected to the second frame portion. A lower control arm pivotally connected to the first frame portion and pivotally connected to the second frame portion. The connection between the first frame portion, second frame portion, upper control arm, and a lower control arm forms a roll center positioned at or below ground level. |
| US10517214B2 |
Plant sawing assembly
A plant sawing assembly for removing plants around a sprinkler head includes a hole saw that may be positioned around a sprinkler head to remove plants growing around the sprinkler head. A receiver extends upwardly from the hole saw and a shaft is removably positioned in the receiver. The shaft is coupled to a power tool thereby facilitating the power tool to spin the hole saw to cut the plants. |
| US10517213B2 |
Assist device for lawn mower and method of use
A grab bar and method for using the grab bar for exiting a zero turn lawn mower or adjusting a cutting deck height of the zero turn lawn mower having an operator deck and an operator seat proximate the operator deck, wherein the grab bar is attached to and extends upwardly from the deck forward of the operator seat, and includes a hand hold section for gripping to aid an operator in reaching a standing position on the operator deck. The device is secured to a top surface of the zero turn mower, wherein a base of the grab bar is adapted for connection with an angled surface such that the grab bar remains in an upright position allowing the operator to grip the grab bar along the hand hold section to assist the operator in positioning on, entering or exiting the mower. |
| US10517212B2 |
Quick attach rotary mower blade system
A quick attach rotary mower blade system includes a spindle having a first pair of fan-shaped projections, and a spring-loaded collar having a bore through which the lower end of the spindle extends and a second pair of fan-shaped projections. A mower blade mounting hole includes a circular center opening and a pair of fan-shaped openings. The mower blade may be installed on the spindle by aligning the pair of fan-shaped openings with the first and second pairs of fan-shaped projections, moving the mower blade and spring-loaded collar upwardly, and rotating the mower blade and spring-loaded collar 90 degrees to interlock the second pair of fan-shaped projections between the first pair of fan-shaped projections. |
| US10517209B2 |
Quick loading trimmer head
A trimmer head for a hand-held cutting device may include a first housing portion, a line holding assembly to hold and selectively release trimmer line, and a second housing portion operably coupled to the first housing portion to house the line holding assembly. The line holding assembly may include a spool configured to hold the trimmer line and a core operably coupled to the spool. The line holding assembly may be configured such that rotational movement of the core causes corresponding movement of the spool, but movement of the core in an axial direction does not cause corresponding movement of the spool. |
| US10517208B2 |
Mower provided with center pivot axle
In a mower provided with a center pivot axle 12, a control unit 1 controls a height adjusting mechanism 19 for a mowing unit 16 so that a grass cutting height is increased from an initial level when an absolute value of a roll angle of the center pivot axle relative to a vehicle body has exceeded a first roll angle threshold value. A cutting blade 21 is stopped when the absolute value of the roll angle has exceeded a fourth roll angle threshold value which is greater than the first roll angle threshold value. |
| US10517204B2 |
Implement weight management systems, methods, and apparatus
Systems, methods and apparatus are provided for managing implement weight. In some embodiments, a position sensor is used to determine a position of the wing section and a downforce applied to the wing is modified in order to lower the wing section. In some embodiments, the position sensor indicates the position of a wing wheel assembly of the wing section. In other embodiments, the position sensor indicates the position of a center wheel assembly of a center section of the implement. |
| US10524401B2 |
Component mounting device
A component mounting machine moves a mounting head from a supply position P1 to each of mounting positions P3 and P4 of a circuit board CB via an imaging position P2. Further, the component mounting machine performs control such that the mounting head moves in a direction of movement at the time of imaging that is either of an X-axis direction or a Y-axis direction when passing through the imaging position P2. The component mounting machine determines the direction of movement at the time of imaging, according to a first X-axis distance Lx and a first Y-axis distance Ly from the imaging position P2 to each of the mounting positions P3 and P4. |
| US10524399B2 |
Device including a transmission line
A device is provided with a PWM signal generating circuit, a gate driver and a transmission line connecting them. The transmission line transmits a PWM signal output from the PWM generator as an input signal for the gate driver. A noise suppression member is provided to at least a part of a periphery of the transmission line. The noise suppression member has a structure that magnetic powder is dispersed in a binder and has an imaginary part μ″ of a complex magnetic permeability that is greater than or equal to 5 and smaller than or equal to 30 in a range of 500 MHz to 3 GHz. The noise suppression member has a thickness t greater than or equal to 20 μm. The noise suppression member is disposed apart from a conducting wire of the transmission line by a distance greater than 0.05 mm or smaller than or equal to 5 mm. |
| US10524398B2 |
Electric power conversion apparatus
An electric power conversion apparatus includes a channel case in which a cooling water channel is formed; a double side cooling semiconductor module that has an upper and lower arms series circuit of an inverter circuit; a capacitor module; a direct current connector; and an alternate current connector. The semiconductor module includes first and second heat dissipation metals whose outer surfaces are heat dissipation surfaces, the upper and lower arms series circuit is disposed tightly between the first heat dissipation metal and the second heat dissipation metal, and the semiconductor module further includes a direct current positive terminal, a direct current negative terminal, and an alternate current terminal which protrude to outside. The channel case is provided with the cooling water channel which extends from a cooling water inlet to a cooling water outlet, and a first opening which opens into the cooling water channel. |
| US10524397B2 |
Heat exchanger assembly for an electronic display
The exemplary embodiments disclosed herein are directed to a heat exchanger assembly for cooling power module bricks, the heat exchanger assembly having a plurality of spaced apart heat exchanger layers between which external air and a closed loop gas are separately circulated. A series of metallic plates may be located within the spaces between some or all of the heat exchanger layers to conduct heat from the power modules. Circulating fans may be employed to circulate external air and circulating gas through the heat exchanger. Pass through junctions may be positioned near edges of the heat exchanger to permit the circulating gas to cross paths with the external air without allowing the two gas flows to mix with one another. |
| US10524395B2 |
Artificial reef datacenter
Examples of the disclosure provide for an apparatus for actively promoting marine life. The apparatus includes a datacenter implemented in a body of water and coupled to a network, a pressure vessel that houses the datacenter, and one or more components coupled to the pressure vessel and adapted to actively promote reef life and sustain a surrounding ecosystem. |
| US10524386B1 |
Water cooler assembly and system
A heat transfer apparatus includes a first chamber horizontally offset from a second chamber to form an upper housing and a lower housing. The upper housing may be stacked on top of and fastened to the lower housing. The heat transfer apparatus may include a heat exchange interface fixed to a bottom surface of the lower housing. The heat exchange interface may absorb heat from a proximate heat source and transfer the absorbed heat to an inner surface of the lower housing. The apparatus includes a pump including an impeller and a stator disposed therein. The lower housing may separate the impeller from the stator so that the stator is isolated from the impeller by a surrounding casing. A liquid coolant may be circulated from an inlet, over the heat exchange interface and out to an outlet to remove heat from a processer proximate to the heat exchange interface. |
| US10524383B2 |
Inverter device
An inverter device includes a heat generator, a cooler, and a cooler-side housing that covers the cooler and includes an opening that exposes a side of the cooler closer to the heat generator, and a circumferential rib that comes into contact with the cooler is provided in a vicinity of a peripheral edge of the opening of the cooler-side housing. |
| US10524382B2 |
System and method for forced air cooling of electrical device
An invention relates to a field of electrical engineering, in particular to various cabinet-type electronic devices of a general purpose with an equipment airflow cooling, conducted by virtue of a forced ventilation, and can be used in construction of various electrical devices, particularly of electric motor control stations. A claimed invention essence lies in a fact that the forced air cooling system of the power and low-current components of the electrical device contains an air heat exchanger, the power electronic components, as well as coolers, being in a thermal contact with the low-current electronic components, configured to be cooled with the single flow of previously cleaned extraneous air directed from a top of the enclosure to its bottom part. The coolers are spaced along a length of an air channel of the electronic device, forming a mixing zone of heated and cool air. |
| US10524380B2 |
Device comprising server modules
Device (1) comprising a multitude of server modules (3). The server modules (3) are removable, are substantially plate shaped and extend parallel to each other. Each one of the server modules (3) is connected to cable passages (61a) of a first switch (4) by first data cables (6a) and to cable passages (61b) of a second switch (4) by second data cables (6b. The first switch (4) extends perpendicular to and adjacent an edge of the server modules (3) The cable passages (61a) of said first switch (4) extend in a first array and the cable passages (61b) of said second switch (4) extend in a second array. The second array of cable passages (61b) is mounted on a bracket (7) which is mounted on the second switch (4). The bracket (7) extends at a distance from the second switch (4) and from the first array. |
| US10524379B2 |
Computer networking interconnectors
A system is provided for computer networking. The system includes a first frame installed in a rack. The first frame includes a first frame shuffle that interconnects resource modules within the first frame and a first rocker-arm plenum that interconnects resource modules of the first frame with resource modules of other frames of the rack through a high-bandwidth fabric. The system also includes a second frame installed in the rack. The second frame includes a second frame shuffle that interconnects resource modules within the second frame and a second rocker-arm plenum communicatively coupled to the first rocker-arm plenum, wherein the second rocker-arm plenum interconnects resource modules of the second frame with resource modules of other frames of the rack through the high-bandwidth fabric. The system further includes a frame bridge. The frame bridge includes a first bracket slidably connected to a second bracket. The second bracket contains a data connector including a first terminal and a second terminal such that the data connector is contained within the frame bridge, and wherein the first terminal is coupled to the first frame shuffle and the second terminal is coupled to the second frame shuffle such that the first frame shuffle is communicatively coupled to the second frame shuffle. |
| US10524375B2 |
Electric power converter
An electric power converter includes a semiconductor module, a first electronic circuit board, a second electronic circuit board, and a container that contains the first electronic circuit board and the second electronic circuit board. The container has a first fixing portion to which the first electronic circuit board is fixed and a second fixing portion to which the second electronic circuit board is fixed. The electric power converter is configured such that the second electronic circuit board does not intervene between the first fixing portion of the container and the first electronic circuit board in the board thickness direction and the first electronic circuit board does not intervene between the second fixing portion of the container and the second electronic circuit board in the board thickness direction. |
| US10524374B2 |
Electric device
An electric device includes a substrate on which electronic components are mounted, and a metal plate to which the substrate is fixed. The metal plate includes first bosses provided at positions corresponding to four corners of the substrate, a second boss provided inside a rectangle that connects the four first bosses, and a slit that is provided adjacent to the second boss, and extends in non-parallel with any side of the rectangle. The substrate is fixed to each of the four first bosses with a first male screw, such that a rubber washer is sandwiched between the substrate and the first male screw. The substrate is fixed to the second boss with a second male screw, such that no rubber washer is sandwiched between the substrate and the second male screw. |
| US10524371B2 |
Storage cover plate and storage chassis using the same
The present disclosure provides a storage cover plate and a storage chassis using the same. The storage cover plate is covered on a storage chassis for accommodating a plurality of storages, wherein the storage cover plate comprises a plurality of closely arranged sub-covers, the plurality of closely arranged sub-covers each corresponds to a row of storages respectively, the plurality of the sub-covers each is capable of sliding along edges of the storage chassis, and the outermost sub-cover is locked with the storage chassis through a locking part. If one of storages needs to be operated, an unlocking operation is performed first and then the sub-cover above the storage is pushed, so that the storage below the sub-cover can be operated directly. The present disclosure is easy to install and convenient to assemble, disassemble and maintain, therefore achieving high economical efficacy and practicability. |
| US10524369B2 |
Information handling system universal monitor mount
A display stand information handling system adapter holds an information handling system in place at the rear of a display stand by configuring adapter members to securely couple to the display stand. Plural top supports each engage predetermined display stand top surfaces so that the adapter configures for a predetermined display stand by coupling the associated top support. Sliding wings adapt to the display stand width and couple with an attachment clip that captures the display stand in the adapter. |
| US10524368B1 |
Tamper proof mobile tracking system
A tamper proof mobile tracking system that has a base unit that comprises of a base band transceiver, a GPS chip, a power supply, and a microprocessor that has an RFID interrogator. A locking unit, the locking unit comprises of a locking pin that powers an active RFID tag within the locking unit and that operatively connects to the base unit. A band, the band comprises of a active RFID tag and an embedded antenna that powers the active RFID tag when the base unit, the locking unit and the band are all operatively connected. And, a central unit that communicates with the base unit that tracks and detect faults associated with the base unit, the locking unit and the band when they are all operatively connected. The system is used by governmental entities to monitoring for the tampering of devices that are used by the system. |
| US10524359B2 |
Method and system for manufacturing a workpiece using a polymer layer
A method and system for manufacturing a workpiece is disclosed. The method comprises providing (810) a layer (120) of a polymeric material on at least a portion of a substrate (110) and patterning (830) the layer of polymeric material by exposing the layer with electromagnetic radiation having a frequency and amplitude within said certain frequency range and amplitude range so as to form a pattern of regions (122) having a first electrical conductivity and regions (124) having a second electrical conductivity. The method further includes the actions of mounting (840) an electronic component (140) on the layer of polymeric material and curing (850) the polymeric material. A workpiece comprising a substrate (110), a layer (120) of a polymeric material adapted to, in a non-cured state, to change its electrical conductivity when exposed with electromagnetic radiation (E) within a certain frequency and amplitude range is also disclosed. |
| US10524355B2 |
Printed circuit board and method of manufacturing the same
In a suspension board, a ground layer and a first insulating layer are formed on a support substrate. The ground layer has electric conductivity higher than that of the support substrate. A power wiring trace is formed on the first insulating layer. A second insulating layer is formed on the support substrate to cover the ground layer and the first insulating layer. A write wiring trace is formed on the second insulating layer to at least partially overlap with the ground layer. A distance between the ground layer and the write wiring trace in a stacking direction of the support substrate, the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer is set larger than a distance between the power wiring trace and the write wiring trace in the stacking direction. |
| US10524350B2 |
Apparatus and methods related to conformal coating implemented with surface mount devices
A radio-frequency (RF) module is disclosed to include a packaging substrate configured to receive a plurality of components. The RF module also includes a surface mount device (SMD) mounted on the packaging substrate, the SMD including a metal layer that faces upward when mounted. The RF module further includes an overmold formed over the packaging substrate, the overmold dimensioned to cover the SMD. The RF module further includes an opening defined by the overmold at a region over the SMD, the opening having a depth sufficient to expose at least a portion of the metal layer. The RF module further includes a conformal conductive layer formed over the overmold, the conformal conductive layer configured to fill at least a portion of the opening to provide an electrical path between the conformal conductive layer and the metal layer of the SMD. |
| US10524349B2 |
Printed circuit board with built-in vertical heat dissipation ceramic block, and electrical assembly comprising the board
A printed circuit board with built-in vertical heat dissipation ceramic block, and an electrical assembly are disclosed. The electrical assembly includes the board and a plurality of electronic components. The printed circuit boards includes a dielectric material layer defining at least one through hole, at least one ceramic block corresponding to the through hole, at least one fixing portion for joining the ceramic block to the through hole of the dielectric material layer, a metal circuit layer provided on upper surfaces of the dielectric material layer and the ceramic block, and a high thermal conductivity layer provided on lower surfaces of the dielectric material layer and the ceramic block. The printed circuit board allows the location and size of the ceramic block to be modified according to requirements, so as to implement complicated circuit designs, achieve good effect of thermal conduction, control thermal conduction path, and reduce manufacturing cost. |
| US10524348B1 |
Liquid cooling device
A liquid cooling device, which is configured to be in thermal contact with a first and a second heat sources which are disposed on a PCB, includes a first and a second thermal plates and a first and a second thermal blocks. The first thermal plate is configured to be disposed on the PCB. The second thermal plate is disposed on the first thermal plate. The thermal plates together form a storage space configured to store a coolant. The thermal blocks are configured to respectively be in thermal contact with the heat sources. The thermal blocks are movably disposed on the second thermal plate, such that protruding heights of the thermal blocks from the second thermal plate are adjustable respectively according to a gap width between the first heat source and the second thermal plate and a gap width between the second heat source and the second thermal plate. |
| US10524341B2 |
Flowing-fluid X-ray induced ionic electrostatic dissipation
An electrostatic dissipation device 10 can comprise an elongated enclosure 11 with a longitudinal axis 12. An x-ray source 13 can be oriented to emit x-rays 16 inside of and along the longitudinal axis 12. A fluid-flow device 14 can be oriented to cause fluid to flow across the x-ray source 13 then inside of and along the longitudinal axis 12, the fluid being ionized by the x-rays 16, forming ionized fluid, then out of the elongated enclosure through outlet opening(s) 15. The arrangement of the x-ray source 13 and the fluid-flow device 14 can allow (1) fluid from the fluid-flow device 14 to cool the x-ray source 13, and (2) ion generation along the length of the elongated enclosure 11. |
| US10524338B2 |
Lightbulb in a fixture having a configuration memory
An internet of things system having a smart light bulb and a smart fixture. The smart light bulb may be inserted into and connect with the smart fixture for power to the smart light bulb. The smart light bulb may be configured by reading configuration information from a memory in the smart fixture. As a whole, the system may have two or more smart light bulbs inserted in two or more smart fixtures, respectively. The two or more smart light bulbs may be interconnected with one another with communication links to make up a mesh network. Non-bulb devices may be connected to the mesh network. |
| US10524332B2 |
Intelligent lighting control system air gap apparatuses, systems, and methods
The present disclosure provides an intelligent lighting control system. The lighting control system includes a base module including a base housing forming a well and including a first electrical connector positioned in the well. A depressible switch is housed in the well that includes a spring biasing the depressible switch into an extended position that opens an electrical circuit between the power terminal and the first electrical connector. The lighting control system also includes a light switch module configured for nesting, at least in part, in the well of the base module. The light switch module includes a module housing configured to press the depressible switch into a retracted position upon nesting in the well and thereby close the electrical circuit between the power terminal and the first electrical connector and release the depressible switch into the extended position when unnested from the well of the base module. |
| US10524331B2 |
Smart lighting system
According to at least one embodiment, a computer-implemented method to illuminate a room is described. At least one person entering the room may be identified. The room may be illuminated based at least in part on the identifying. An occupancy count for the room may be maintained based at least in part on the illuminating, wherein the occupancy count comprises a number of one or more people present in the room. The room may be darkened based at least in part on the occupancy count for the room reaching a pre-determined count. |
| US10524330B1 |
Reducing false triggers from a passive infrared sensor
A system adjusts detection parameters used to process a signal from a PIR sensor to reduce false triggers. A detection module receives a sensor output signal from a PIR sensor and inputs from environmental sensors, including a temperature sensor. The detection module adjusts detection parameters of a bandpass filter and/or a thresholod comparison module based on the inputs from the environmental sensors. The detection module generates a motion presence signal that indicates whether motion has been detected and that compensates for external environmental factors. |
| US10524328B1 |
Fixture mount sensor with remote energy usage reporting
An apparatus, and lighting systems and methods are provided for controlling and reporting power usage of an LED driver having an LED load driven by the LED driver. The apparatus is coupled to at least an auxiliary port of the LED driver for monitoring a dimming control voltage associated with the LED driver. The apparatus is configured to estimate the power usage of the LED driver and the LED load based on programmed relationships between the monitored dimming control voltage and a selected dimming profile associated with the LED driver. The dimming profile may either be a selected generic dimming profile for adequate reporting of the power usage or a selected specific dimming profile for increased accuracy of the power usage estimation. The apparatus is further configured to transmit the estimated power usage to an external device for dashboarding and energy savings purposes. |
| US10524326B2 |
Light-emitting diode (LED) light sets
Apparatuses and systems are provided for changing the spectrum of light emission from a light-emitting diode (LED) light set. The LED light set may include LEDs, each of which having at least a first LED chip and a second LED chip configured to emit light at differing wavelengths. The first and second LED chips may be connected in series with opposite polarities. Responsive to receiving a power flow in a first direction from a power terminal, the first LED chip may emit light of a first color while the second LED chip may remain powered off. Responsive to receiving the power flow in a second direction opposite the first direction from the power source, the second LED chip may emit light of a second color different from the first color while the first LED chip may remain powered off. |
| US10524325B2 |
Light emitting device and illumination device
To provide an illumination device that has light emitting diodes as light sources and is capable of switching emission colors and of performing dimming in each of the emission colors, an illumination device includes plural light emitting units in which at least one light emitting diode is disposed, the other light emitting units than the light emitting unit whose forward voltage is a maximum are provided with a switching element that is connected in series with the light emitting diode, and the other light emitting units than the light emitting unit whose forward voltage is a minimum are provided with an element that is connected in series with the light emitting diode and has a resistance. |
| US10524318B2 |
Microwave oven
A microwave oven has a magnetron (11) which generates microwaves to heat a heating object, and a control unit (100) which controls the magnetron (11). During heating operation in which the heating object is heated with microwaves generated from the magnetron (11), the control unit (100) controls the magnetron (11) so as to suppress abnormal operations of the magnetron (11) in response to a status of power supply supplied from outside. |
| US10524316B2 |
Low-frequency heating apparatus and method using magnetic field
A low-frequency heating apparatus is provided. The low-frequency heating apparatus includes a signal generator configured to generate an operation frequency for inducing a current through a coil unit surrounding an internal area of a housing of the heating apparatus, a power amplifier configured to amplify power of the operation frequency to a predetermined level and transmit the amplified operation frequency to the coil unit, the coil unit configured to be energized to heat an object provided inside the housing through a magnetic field generated by the current, and at least one processor configured to monitor an impedance value of the coil unit resonating at the operation frequency and control a resonant operation of the coil unit based on the impedance value of the coil unit and an impedance value of the power amplifier. |
| US10524315B2 |
Electromagnetic cooker
An electromagnetic cooker includes: a plane section that faces a bottom face part of a cooking pot when the cooking pot is placed; a frame body section that is erected from the plane section and houses the cooking pot to face a side face part of the cooking pot when the cooking pot is placed; a first heating section that is provided in the plane section and heats the bottom face part of the cooking pot by an induction heating method; and a second heating section that is provided in the frame body section and heats the side face part of the cooking pot by a method different from the induction heating method. |
| US10524310B2 |
PTC heating element and electric heating device for an automotive vehicle comprising such a PTC heating element
A PTC heating element is provided that includes including a PTC heating element strip conductors via which the PTC element is powered and at least one of which is insulated on an outer surface with an electrical insulation layer. In order to provide improved insulation while maintaining adequate heat transfer from the PTC element to the heat-emitting surface through the electrical insulation layer, the electrical insulation layer comprises a film and an electrically insulating mass of good thermal conductivity applied to the film. Also provided is an electric heating device for an automotive vehicle that is provided with at least one PTC heating element of such a type. |
| US10524307B1 |
Method and system for using a situational network
A network system for accessing situation related information is disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes a network connection for receiving an indication of an occurrence of a situation; a situational network formed based on the occurrence of the situation, the situational network including a plurality of participant devices determined to be geographically proximate to the situation, each of the participant devices corresponding to a participant in the situational network; a second network connection for presenting a roll call query to each of the plurality of participant devices soliciting a reply related to a status of the participant; a plurality of network connections established for receiving a status response from the participant devices; and a database for aggregating the status responses from responsive participants into a roll call list. |
| US10524303B2 |
Radio link problem handling in mobile communication systems
There are provided measures for enabling/realizing more efficient radio link problem handling in a mobile communication system. Such measures exemplarily comprise detecting a radio problem of a radio link carrying a network connection of a communication device, and initiating a recovery procedure for recovering the connection on said radio link and a re-establishment procedure for re-establishing the connection on an alternative radio link, upon detection of the radio link problem, before a radio link failure of said radio link is declared. |
| US10524302B2 |
Wireless communication method and wireless communication device
A wireless communication method and a wireless communication device are provided. Specifically, a spectrum management device is provided, which comprises one or more processors configured to estimate a future moving trajectory of a communication device based on a location of the communication device and an environment where the communication device is located, where the communication device is an unpredictable mobile device; determine a trajectory radiation area to be interfered by the communication device as it moves along the future moving trajectory; and instruct the communication device or an interfered device in the trajectory radiation area which is subjected to co-frequency interference with the communication device to perform an operation for reducing interference. |
| US10524298B2 |
Method and apparatus for sending and receiving data on Bluetooth
The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for a device to set advertising messages on Bluetooth LE (Low Energy), wherein: a gostof the device transmits to a controller of the device a first parameter-setting command for setting parameters of two or more advertising messages, and receives, as a response to the parameter-setting command from the controller, a first completion command indicating that the parameter setting has been completed; the host transmits to the controller a first data-setting command for setting first data including the two or more advertising messages, and receives, as a response to the data-setting command from the controller, a second completion command indicating that the data setting has been completed; and the host transmits to the controller a first instruction command instructing transmission of the two or more advertising messages. |
| US10524297B2 |
Method for device-to-device (D2D) operation performed by terminal in wireless communication system and terminal using the method
Provided are a method for device-to-device (D2D) performed by a terminal in a wireless communication system and a terminal using the method. The method is characterized by: delivering data related to D2D operation from an upper layer to a lower layer from among protocol layers of the terminal; starting a timer when the data is delivered; and transmitting a D2D signal using an exception resource, when the timer expires. |
| US10524291B2 |
User equipment, base station, data channel sending method, and data channel receiving method
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a data channel sending method. In the method, a base station starts a clear channel assessment (CCA) on a data channel for a to-be-sent data channel. If the CCA on the data channel succeeds, the base station sends the data channel in a first subframe within a time window, where the data channel performs rate matching based on a reference signal (RS). The RS includes a first RS or a second RS. The first RS occupies continuous OFDM symbols in a subframe, and the second RS occupies discontinuous OFDM symbols in a subframe. The time window is a preset time window used to send the first RS, and the first RS is used by a user equipment (UE) to perform cell identification and/or a radio resource management (RRM) measurement on a cell served by the base station. |
| US10524290B1 |
Method and apparatus for uplink orthogonal frequency division multiple access communication in a WLAN
A communication device performs a clear channel assessment (CCA) procedure to determine whether the communication device can transmit in a shared wireless communication medium, wherein the communication device is in a first basic service set (BSS) associated with a virtual access point (AP) implemented by a physical AP, and wherein the first BSS corresponds to a first BSS identifier. Performing the CCA procedure includes: for first signals having the first BSS identifier or having one or more second BSS identifiers corresponding to other virtual APs implemented by the physical AP, comparing energy of the signals to a first threshold; and for first signals determined by the communication device to have one or more third BSS identifiers, wherein the one or more third BSS identifiers correspond to other physical APs, comparing energy of the signals to a second threshold lower than the first threshold. |
| US10524289B2 |
Wireless communication device
According to one embodiment, a wireless communication device includes: a receiver that configured to receives a first frame; and a transmitter that configured to transmits a second frame including a first identifier and acknowledgement information on the first frame, the first identifier being extracted from a predetermined field of the first frame and being different from a source address of the first frame. |
| US10524285B2 |
Station and methods therein for handling transmissions in a wireless communications network
Embodiments herein relate to a first station (STA1) and a method performed by a first station (STA1) for handling Request-to-Send/Clear-to-Send, RTS/CTS, transmissions in a wireless communications network (100). The first station (STA1) is served by a first access point (AP1) in a first Basic Service Set (BSS1). The first station (STA1) receives a RTS/CTS transmission relating to a second Basic Service Set (BSS2). Then, the first station (STA1) determine whether or not to set a Network Allocation Vector, NAV, according to the RTS/CTS transmission based on whether the RTS/CTS transmission was sent from a second station (STA2) or from a second access point (AP2) in the second Basic Service Set (BSS2).Embodiments herein also relate to a first access point (AP1) and a method performed by a first access point (AP1) for handling RTS/CTS transmissions in a wireless communications network (100). |
| US10524284B2 |
Method and apparatus for receiving downlink data transmissions
A resource allocation assignment for a set of scheduled TTIs can be received from a network in a first TTI belonging to the set of scheduled TTIs. A first set of resources for receiving a first portion of a first downlink user data in the first TTI can be determined based on the resource allocation assignment. A second set of resources for receiving a second portion of the first downlink user data in the first TTI can be determined based on the resource allocation assignment. The first downlink user data can correspond to at least a first transport block in the first and the second set of resources in the first TTI can be received. A third set of resources for receiving a first portion of a second downlink user data in a second TTI belonging to the set of scheduled TTIs can be determined based on the resource allocation assignment. A fourth set of resources for receiving a second portion of the second downlink user data in the second TTI can be determined based on the resource allocation assignment. The second downlink user data can correspond to at least a second transport block in the third and the fourth set of resources in the second TTI can be received. |
| US10524281B2 |
Network node, wireless device and methods therein, for scheduling one or more bearers and applying a listen-before-talk setting, respectively
Method performed by a network node for scheduling one or more bearers for transmission to or from a wireless device. The wireless device is serviced by the network node. The network node calculates a weight for each bearer of the one or more bearers. The calculating is based on an indication of a quality of service associated with information to be transmitted in each bearer of the one or more bearers. The network node schedules the one or more bearers for transmission to or from the wireless device based on the calculated weight. The calculated weight corresponds to a Listen-Before-Talk, LBT, setting. The LBT setting comprises an LBT algorithm and its corresponding one or more parameters. |
| US10524279B2 |
Joint comp with multiple operators
Joint aspects of coordinated multiple (CoMP) operations is discussed between multiple entities that may be in different CoMP clusters or even deployed by different operators. Participating base stations obtain channel related information such as sounding reference signals (SRS), channel state information (CSI), and the like from one or more neighbor user equipments (UE) served by a different base station. The base station determines a channel estimate at the neighbor UEs using the channel related information and selects a beamforming vector and schedules downlink transmissions to a served UE based on the channel estimates incorporating the channels of the other neighbor UEs. The selected beamforming vectors and transmission schedules minimizes the interference at the neighbor UEs. |
| US10524275B2 |
Data transmission method based on channel bonding, and apparatus therefor
The present specification relates to a method for transmitting, by a station (STA), data through channel bonding in a wireless LAN (WLAN) system, and an apparatus therefor. The station therefor receives scheduling information from an access point (AP), wherein the scheduling information includes information on a channel-bonding beacon interval and information on a non-channel-bonding beacon interval. If the station has channel-bonding capability and data to be transmitted through channel bonding, the station can transmit the data on the basis of the channel bonding through the channel-bonding beacon interval. |
| US10524274B2 |
Configuration of a radio equipment of an access node
A method for configuring an RE of an access node, performed by an REC of the access node. The REC has an REC-RE interface to the RE. The method comprises determining scheduling and allocation of radio resources. The radio resources are to be used by the RE when communicating over a radio interface in a scheduled TTI. The method comprises configuring, in advance of the scheduled TTI, the RE to, in the scheduled TTI, operate according to the determined allocation of radio resources and communicate with the REC according to the determined scheduling. The method comprises communicating data with the RE in the scheduled TTI according to the determined scheduling. |
| US10524273B2 |
Resource configuration of wireless devices
A method is performed by a radio equipment (RE) of an access node. The RE has an interface to a radio equipment controller (REC) of the access node. The method comprises configuring the resources for at least one of uplink reception and downlink transmission selectively using beamforming weights determined either based on internal information obtained locally in the RE, or based on external information received from the REC over the interface. |
| US10524271B2 |
Methods of wireless device and network node, such wireless device and network node, and computer programs thereof
A method of a wireless device comprises determining a bandwidth for monitoring a downlink control signal, determining a set of possible downlink control indicator, DCI, formats, wherein possible DCI formats are DCI formats compatible with the determined bandwidth, receiving a transmission from a network node, searching for control information in the transmission by decoding using at least one of the DCI formats of the set, and when successful decoding of the control information, performing at least one task associated with the control information. A method of a network node, comprises configuring a downlink bandwidth to be used at downlink transmissions, determining a DCI format based on the downlink bandwidth, and transmitting control information using a DCI with the determined DCI format. A wireless device and a network node which are arranged to perform the methods, respectively, and computer programs for implementing the methods are disclosed. |
| US10524263B2 |
Apparatus and method for determining subband resource
The present invention discloses an apparatus and a method for determining a subband resource and relates to the field of communications network technologies, so as to resolve a problem of how to ensure communication between user equipment and a base station while costs of the UE or complexity of the UE is reduced. In embodiments of the present invention, subband resource information acquired by UE is used to determine a subband resource, so that data and/or control information can be transmitted according to the subband resource. The solutions provided in the embodiments of the present invention are suitable to be used to determine a subband resource. |
| US10524257B2 |
TTI bundling for URLLC UL/DL transmissions
Transmission time interval (TTI) bundling for ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC) uplink and downlink transmissions is discussed in which a base station or user equipments (UEs) determine conditions for one or more served UEs that would indicate enabling TTI bundling for data and/or control transmissions. The serving base station transmits an enablement signal signifying that TTI bundling will be performed for data and/or control transmissions. The enablement signal may include a bundle length for the transmission bundle. The data or control signal packets may then be repeatedly transmitted to the UEs a number of times corresponding to the bundle length. |
| US10524252B2 |
Mobile terminal apparatus, base station apparatus, and radio communication method for cell discovery timing
A user equipment is disclosed including a first receiving section that receives control information in a first cell and a second receiving section that receives a detection signal in a second cell based on the control information. In the second cell, the control information is used to specify a radio resource to which the detection signal is allocated. |
| US10524251B2 |
Efficient control signaling using common search space
There is disclosed a method of operating a network node in a radio access network, the method includes transmitting a resource allocation message comprising a bit field, the resource allocation message being transmitted for reception in a common search space to which a first bandwidth part with a first unit size of resource allocation is associated. The bit field allocates resources in a second bandwidth part with a second unit size of resource allocation. The disclosure also pertains to related devices and methods. |
| US10524247B2 |
Apparatus and method for multiplexing data in wireless communication system
The present disclosure relates to a pre-5th-Generation (5G) or 5G communication system to be provided for supporting higher data rates Beyond 4th-Generation (4G) communication system such as Long Term Evolution (LTE). A terminal apparatus in a wireless communication system is provided. The terminal apparatus includes a transceiver configured to transmit and receive a signal, and at least one processor configured to be functionally combined with the transceiver, control the transceiver to transmit a scheduling request (SR) signal by using a pre-allocated resource from a base station, and control the transceiver to transmit uplink (UL) data for a first service by using a resource punctured in a downlink (DL) subframe for a second service, and the pre-allocated resource includes a resource allocated in the DL subframe for the second service. |
| US10524244B2 |
Radio PDCCH to facilitate numerology operations
New radio download numerology allocation information may be obtained through master information block data, system information block data, radio resource control signals, or signals or a physical downlink numerology indication channel, and used along with a reference signal detected in a search space to obtain resource element positions in an antenna port reference signal in a resource block that belongs to a particular band slice according to a reference signal allocation scheme for a band slice numerology. A physical download control may then be decoded based upon one or more resource elements of the reference signal, allowing the connection of, e.g., an enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine type communication, or ultra-reliable/low-latency application to a communications network thereby. Alternatively, multiple physical downlink control channels may be blindly demodulated at each of a number calculated reference signal locations, and one channel selected based on passing a cyclic redundancy check. |
| US10524242B2 |
User equipment and uplink data transmission method
User equipment having a dual connectivity function to communicate with multiple base stations simultaneously includes a transmission buffer configured to store uplink data for transmission, a buffer status management unit configured to manage a data amount stored in the transmission buffer, and a transmission control unit configured to receive splitting trigger information indicative of a threshold for the data amount stored in the transmission buffer and a first base station to transmit the uplink data stored in the transmission buffer when the stored data amount is smaller than or equal to the threshold and select a base station to transmit the uplink data stored in the transmission buffer from the multiple base stations depending on whether the data amount stored in the transmission buffer is smaller than or equal to the threshold. |
| US10524241B2 |
Control information transmission method, user equipment, and base station
A control information transmission method, user equipment, and a base station, and belong to the field of wireless technologies. The method includes: acquiring, by user equipment, configuration information of an enhanced physical downlink control channel EPDCCH set; determining, by the user equipment according to the configuration information and from the EPDCCH set, at least one EPDCCH set in which an EPDCCH needs to be monitored; and monitoring, by the user equipment, an EPDCCH on a resource corresponding to the at least one EPDCCH set, to acquire control information sent by a base station. |
| US10524238B2 |
User terminal, radio base station and radio communication method
According to the present invention, periodic CSI reporting that is suitable for use when the number of component carriers that can be configured per user terminal is expanded more than in existing systems can be implemented. According to the present invention, a user terminal has a transmission section that transmits channel state information periodically, and a control section that controls the transmission of the channel state information, and the control section controls the transmission of a plurality of channel state information using a PUCCH format which can use a plurality of resource blocks and/or which has a smaller spreading factor than the spreading factor of PUCCH format 3. |
| US10524237B2 |
Control signaling for supporting multiple services in advanced communication systems
A method of user equipment (UE) in a wireless communication system. The method comprises receiving, from a base station (BS), a downlink signal including position information for orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) symbols of a short physical uplink control channel (PUCCH), determining, based on the position information, a position of the OFDM symbols of the short PUCCH included in a slot, and transmitting, to the BS, the short PUCCH using the OFDM symbols based on the determined position. |
| US10524236B2 |
Uplink transmission control with clear channel assessment
A method, an apparatus, and a computer program product for wireless communication are provided. An eNB transmits pre-grant(s) to a UE(s) for a target resource on a contention-based carrier. In response, the UE(s) perform a CCA/eCCA and, when successful, transmit a preamble to the eNB based on the pre-grant. The eNB detects the preamble(s) and transmits grant confirmation(s) to the UE(s) for which a preamble was detected. The grant confirmation(s) may modify the pre-grant(s). The eNB may overschedule a target resource and based on the received preambles may transmit grant confirmation(s) that instruct a portion of the UEs for which a preamble was received to transmit data on a target resource and may instruct the remaining portion of the UEs for which a preamble was received to cease or modify data transmission. |
| US10524235B2 |
Network apparatus, radio terminal, and method therefor
A network apparatus (2) transmits, to at least one of a D2D transmitting terminal (1A) and a D2D reception terminal (1B), a first control signal (501) including an indication indicating which of first and second D2D transmission modes is activated. The first D2D transmission mode conforms to a first resource pattern that is repeated every first time period. The second D2D transmission mode conforms to a second resource pattern that is repeated every second time period, the second time period being the same as or different from the first time period. The second resource pattern is defined so as to allow low-latency transmission. In an example, the second resource pattern does not include a control channel subframe pool that is used for transmission of D2D control information indicating resource allocation for data transmission. |
| US10524232B2 |
Resource management in a wireless communication system
A method of performing, by a user equipment (UE), wireless communication using a serving cell in a wireless communication system is provided. The method includes: starting a deactivation timer associated with the serving cell, the deactivation timer relating to a duration of time after which the serving cell is deactivated; determining whether there is an uplink (UL) grant or a downlink (DL) assignment for the serving cell in a time unit; based on a determination that there is an UL grant or a DL assignment, determining whether a data unit is transmitted on the UL grant or is received on the DL assignment; based on a determination that the data unit is transmitted on the UL grant or is received on the DL assignment: restarting the deactivation timer associated with the serving cell; and transmitting the data unit on the UL grant or receiving the data unit on the DL assignment. |
| US10524231B2 |
Method for managing NAV in wireless LAN system and device for same
According to an embodiment of the present invention, a method of managing a network allocation vector (NAV) by a station (STA) in a wireless LAN system supporting a high efficiency physical layer protocol data unit (HE PPDU) includes: receiving a frame including duration information; selecting a predetermined NAV from a plurality of NAVs of the STA; and managing the predetermined NAV based on the duration information of the frame, wherein the predetermined NAV is selected based on whether the frame has been received from a basic service set (BSS) to which the STA belongs. |
| US10524222B2 |
Carrier grouping in multicarrier communications
A wireless device receives messages comprising parameters of carriers and carrier groups. Downlink transmissions on a first carrier and at least one second carrier are substantially time aligned with each other. The wireless device receives time alignment commands comprising a time adjustment value and an index identifying a carrier group. Uplink transmissions on a first carrier group and a second carrier group employ different synchronization signals on different carriers as timing reference and are adjusted in response to different time alignment commands. |
| US10524210B2 |
Power adjustment of a radio head of an indoor radio system
There is provided a method and corresponding devices for enabling power adjustment of a radio head of an indoor radio system. Basically, the method comprises identifying (S1), based on signal strength measurements in relation to wireless communication 5 devices connected to the radio head, presence of a wall of a building in which the indoor radio system is located, and triggering (S2) an adjustment of transmit power of the radio head to align the radio head coverage with the wall. |
| US10524209B2 |
Low power local oscillator
A local oscillator device includes an oscillator module including a first inductive element and a capacitive element coupled in parallel with the inductive element. A frequency divider is coupled to the oscillator module for delivering a local oscillator signal. The local oscillator device includes an autotransformer including the first inductive element and two second inductive elements respectively coupled to the terminals of the first inductive element and to two output terminals of the autotransformer, the output terminals being further coupled to input terminals of the frequency divider. |
| US10524207B2 |
Communication apparatus capable of changing operating state of wireless interface
One communication apparatus may include a first wireless interface and a controller. The controller is configured to perform: changing the operating state of the first wireless interface from a first state to a second state when the controller is to start a predetermined process during a first period in which the controller is not performing a predetermined process; performing the predetermined process during a second period in which the operating state of the first wireless interface is the second state, the second period being a period after the operating state of the first wireless interface has been changed to the second state; and changing the operating state of the first wireless interface from the second state to the first state in response to the predetermined process being completed. |
| US10524206B2 |
Macro and micro discontinuous reception
Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communication are described. A wireless device may receive a downlink (DL) reception indication during an active duration of a discontinuous reception (DRX) configuration. The DL reception indication may indicate the presence of a reception opportunity following an inactivity interval, as well as the length of the inactivity interval. The wireless device may refrain from DL monitoring during the inactivity interval. In some cases, the wireless device may enter a sleep mode during the inactivity interval and wake up to receive a subsequent transmission during the reception opportunity. In some examples, the wireless device may use the inactivity interval to communicate using a different radio access technology (RAT). |
| US10524203B2 |
Determining two network allocation vector settings
Methods, computer readable media, and wireless apparatuses are disclosed. The apparatuses including processing circuitry configured to: associate with a master station, decode a frame, where the frame comprises a first duration and a transmitter address and determine that the frame is an intra basic service set (Intra-BSS), an inter (Inter-BSS), or an unclassified frame, where the unclassified frame is the Intra-BSS frame or the Inter-BSS frame. The processing circuitry may be further configured to set an Intra-BSS network allocation vector (NAV) to the first duration if the first duration is longer than a current duration of the Intra-BSS NAV and the frame is determined to be the intra-BSS frame and set the second NAV to the first duration if the first duration is longer than a current duration of the second NAV and the frame is determined to be the inter-BSS frame or the unclassified frame. |
| US10524201B2 |
Method for operating in power saving mode in wireless LAN system and apparatus therefor
According to an embodiment of the present invention, a method in which a station (STA) operates in a power saving (PS) mode in a wireless LAN system supporting a high efficiency physical layer protocol data unit (HE PPDU) comprises the steps of: receiving a trigger frame for allocating a resource for uplink multi-user (UL MU) PPDU transmission; and determining whether the STA shifts into a doze state, on the basis of the trigger frame, wherein the STA determines to shift into the doze state when the resource is not allocated to the STA through the trigger frame, and a time interval in which the STA operates in the doze sate may be determined on the basis of a PS mode field included in the trigger frame. |
| US10524196B2 |
Intra control node handover agnostic to user nodes
A first Control Node (CNd) and a method therein, for selecting a serving CNd for a User Node (UNd) by communication with at least a second CNd. The first CNd is configured to receive an uplink beacon measurement report comprising at least one measurement of an UNd uplink beacon, from at least one Access Node (ANd) controlled by the first CNd. The first CNd is further configured to preliminarily select a serving CNd for the UNd, based on the received uplink beacon measurement report concerning the UNd; confirm the preliminarily selected serving CNd by communication with the second CNd; and, select serving CNd for the UNd when the preliminarily selected serving CNd is confirmed by the second CNd. |
| US10524195B2 |
Access point availability prediction
In an example, a set of training fingerprints may be accessed, in which each of the training fingerprints specifies an access point of a plurality of access points to which a mobile device made a successful connection, a relative signal strength of the connection to the access point, and a cellular signal strength of a cellular tower near the mobile device when the successful connection to the access point was made. Level counts of the relative signal strengths of the connections to the access points corresponding to the cellular signal strengths of the cellular tower may be cumulated from the set of training fingerprints. The cumulated level counts of the relative signal strengths of the access points may be ranked. |
| US10524193B2 |
Protecting physical cell identifiers
A base station device broadcasts a base station identifier. The base station identifier is assigned to the base station device, and is broadcasted in one or more system information messages that are receivable by user devices located within a threshold distance from the base station device. The base station device determines whether the base station identifier is to be altered, and processes the base station identifier to generate an altered base station identifier for the base station device. The base station device performs one or more actions to cause the altered base station identifier to be broadcasted. The altered base station identifier is broadcasted in one or more additional system information messages that are receivable by the user devices. |
| US10524191B2 |
SC-MCCH sending method and device, and SC-PTM receiving method and device
The present disclosure provides an SC-MCCH sending method and device, and an SC-PTM receiving method and device. The SC-MCCH sending method includes: generating, by a base station, SC-MCCH information for indicating configuration information of a Single Cell Point-to-Multipoint (SC-PTM) service; and sending, by the base station, the SC-MCCH information; wherein the SC-MCCH information comprises: a mapping relationship between an identifier (TMGI) of the SC-PTM service and a Group Radio Network Temporary Identifier (G-RNTI), and information of a time domain location where the SC-PTM service is. |
| US10524186B2 |
Redirection method, device, and system
A redirection method includes: detecting, by user equipment, that signal quality of a currently accessed cell is less than a specified threshold; determining, whether the user equipment satisfies a specified condition; if it is determined that the user equipment satisfies the specified condition, sending a measurement report to a network side, so that the network side sends a redirection command to the user equipment according to the measurement report; or if it is determined that the user equipment does not satisfy the specified condition, skipping sending of a measurement report to a network side. |
| US10524182B2 |
Small cell backhaul
Apparatus and methods for providing small cell backhaul are disclosed. A network node that acts as a gateway for a local communication network to a main communication network through a bonded link with the main communication network also provides a wireless communication module with a backhaul communication link to the main communication network through its bonded link. A switch module in the network node switches communication traffic between the local communication network, the wireless communication module and the bonded link to the main communication network. The network node may power the wireless communication module utilizing remote power provided by the main communication network, the local communication network, and/or a local source of power. Apparatus and methods for providing a transparent bonded link through a network access multiplexer are also disclosed, including management of the bonded link and of nodes subtending from the bonded link. |
| US10524181B2 |
Method for cell reselection in idle mode for next generation mobile communication systems
The present disclosure relates to a communication technique of fusing a 5G communication system for supporting higher data transmission rate beyond a 4G system with an IoT technology and a system thereof. The present disclosure may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car or connected car, health care, digital education, retail business, security and safety related service, or the like) based on the 5G communication technology and the IoT related technology. A communication method of a base station, the method comprising: establishing at least one bearer with a terminal; receiving a downlink packet being transmitted to the terminal; determining a bearer mapped to quality of service (QoS) information of the downlink packet; and transmitting, to the terminal, the downlink packet through the determined bearer. |
| US10524180B2 |
Method and apparatus for controlling handover in an environment supportive of moving cells
Disclosed is a method for a 1st moving cell base station to control a handover in a wireless communication system supportive of a moving cell. The present invention includes performing measurement on signals of at least one or more neighbor base stations and determining whether to make a handover based on a result of the measurement. Moreover, the 1st moving cell base station controls the handover not to be made into a 2nd moving cell among the at least one or more neighbor base stations using information on a moving cell dedicated cell ID. |
| US10524175B2 |
Data transmission method and network device
When a condition of handing over user equipment from a cell in which a first network device is located to a cell in which a second network device is located is met, the first network device sends first information to the second network device, where the first information includes at least one of a CWND, a slow start threshold, a window scale factor, a RWND, and a TCP segment length; the slow start threshold is a value of demarcation between a slow start state and a congestion state; the window scale factor is a window scale factor carried in a SYN packet when a TCP connection is set up; the RWND is a maximum data volume that can be received by the user equipment; and the TCP segment length is a length of a maximum TCP segment that can be sent by the first network device. |
| US10524174B2 |
Access network device, user equipment, communications system, and communication method
Embodiments of the present application disclose an access network device that includes at least one processor configured to generate requirement indication information. The requirement indication information is used to indicate a radio resource management (RRM) requirement to be satisfied by a user equipment (UE). The RRM requirement is suitable for a high-speed mobile communication environment. The access network device also includes a transmitter configured to send the requirement indication information to the UE. |
| US10524172B2 |
User equipment and network access method
The present invention relates to the communications field, and discloses user equipment and a network access method, so as to resolve a problem of service transmission interruption caused by a relatively long time for UE to access a network again after the UE fails to access a network or detects an RLF or an HOF in a current cell. In a specific solution, an obtaining unit obtains access information for accessing a network in a first cell, and the first cell is a cell included in a list pre-stored on the UE. A storage unit stores the access information obtained by the obtaining unit. A determining unit determines that accessing a network in the first cell is required. An access unit accesses a network in the first cell according to the access information stored in the storage unit. |
| US10524169B2 |
Method and apparatus for performing cell reselection procedure by a UE
Provided are a method for performing cell reselection procedure in a wireless communication system and an apparatus supporting the same. A user equipment (UE) receives an information of a multicast-broadcast single-frequency network (MBSFN)-dedicated frequency; adjusts priority information on candidate frequencies such that the MBSFN-dedicated frequency has a lowest priority among the candidate frequencies on which the UE is allowed to camp; and performs cell reselection based on the adjusted priority information. |
| US10524168B2 |
Wireless local area network offloading through radio access network rules
Methods, systems, and devices are described for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) offloading through radio access network rules. In one embodiment of a method of wireless communication, a mobile device may determine that Radio Access Network (RAN) assistance information is unavailable, the RAN assistance information including a first set of thresholds for switching a Packet Data Network (PDN) connection of the mobile device from a WLAN to a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN). The mobile device may further access a second set of thresholds based at least in part on the determining, and the mobile device may determine to switch the PDN connection from the WLAN to the WWAN based at least in part on the second set of thresholds. |
| US10524166B2 |
Method for interworking between networks in wireless communication system and apparatus thereof
According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided an interworking method between networks of a user equipment (UE) in a wireless communication system, including: performing a first interworking procedure for changing a network of the UE from a 5-generation core network (5GC) network to an evolved packet core (EPC) network, wherein, when an interface between the 5GC and the EPC networks does not exist, the performing of the first interworking procedure includes: receiving a first indication from an access and mobility management function (AMF) of the 5GC network; and performing a handover attach procedure in the EPC network based on the first indication. |
| US10524163B2 |
Base station, communication terminal, communication method, communication system, and storage medium
A base station for offloading communication traffic includes: first means for receiving from a communication terminal a message requesting a connection with a wireless network; and second means for determining whether or not a connection between a base station which has received the message from the communication terminal and the communication terminal is possible based on a terminal attribute identified by the message. |
| US10524162B2 |
Communication device and method thereof for D2D communications
A method for receiving a plurality of data packets is disclosed. The method includes: receiving MAC PDUs from a source UE of the wireless network through a relay UE, a base station and directly from the source UE, wherein the MAC PDUs are composed of RLC PDUs and RLC PDU segments; demultiplexing the MAC PDUs to retrieve the RLC PDUs and the RLC PDU segments based on a header field of each MAC PDU; reordering the RLC PDUs and the RLC PDU segments and performing a duplicate detection of the RLC PDUs and the RLC PDU segments according to TSNs, wherein each TSN is included in a header field of each RLC PDU and each RLC PDU segment; and reassembling the RLC PDUs and the RLC PDU segments into RLC SDUs using information included in the header field of each RLC PDU and each RLC PDU segment. |
| US10524161B2 |
Delay spread estimation and utilization
Methods, systems, and devices are described for wireless communication at a wireless communication device. A wireless communication device may receive a data frame and use it to estimate a residual channel length (RCL). The device may then modify a finite impulse response (FIR) filter based on the estimated RCL. For example, the device may add additional taps to the FIR filter. The device may continue to adjust the FIR filter until the RCL is at or near zero. In some cases, the wireless communication device may send an indication to the transmitting device to adjust an FIR filter based on the estimated RCL. In some cases, the length of a guard interval may also be adjusted based on the estimated RCL. |
| US10524160B2 |
Balancing load across radio frequency channels
The present disclosure discloses a network device and method for advertising channel load. The disclosed network device aggregates a number of clients that are associated with the network device on a specific wireless communication channel, and advertises the aggregated number to a client on the specific wireless communication channel. Further, the network device can receive aggregated load information on the specific wireless communication channel from another management network device, and further aggregates the load information across multiple wireless networks operating on the same wireless communication channel and coupled to different management network devices. |
| US10524159B2 |
Managing congestion in a satellite communications network
In one implementation, congestion in a satellite communications network is managed based on current resource usage information received for a primary satellite servicing a terminal that is requesting to initiate a communications session. The current resource usage information is received within a communications session setup procedure that identifies a type of the communications session being requested by the terminal. Resources for serving the communications session are determined based on the type of the communications session being requested by the terminal. Thereafter, a determination is made as to whether sufficient resources are available at the primary satellite for servicing the communications session. In response to determining that sufficient resources are not available at the primary satellite for servicing the communications session, a congestion mitigation strategy is determined for servicing the communications session and sent to the primary satellite for implementation. |
| US10524157B2 |
Method for transmitting and receiving data in wireless communication system and apparatus supporting the same
The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for transmitting and receiving data performed by a base station in a wireless communication system. The present invention may provide a method and apparatus for receiving a first message requesting a first service quality from a device, selecting a first session for transmitting the first message according to a specific reference among at least one preconfigured session, transmitting a configuration change request message that requests a configuration change of the first session based on the first service quality to a network node, receiving a configuration change response message indicating a configuration change result in response to the configuration change request message, and transmitting the first message through the first session and the second session according to the configuration change response message. |
| US10524154B2 |
Employing correlation measurements to remotely evaluate beam forming antennas
A system for evaluating the performance of beam forming antennas based on correlations of signal to noise measurements of individual scattering elements in the antennas. A signal source provides a signal having a first frequency to an input of the antenna. Each of the antenna's scattering elements are individually selectable to radiate the signal. A control signal sequentially turns off and on each scattering element while radiating the signal. Also, a characteristic of the signal radiated by each scattering element is separately measured and each difference between the characteristics are identified and compared to one or more threshold values. A report regarding the differences that exceed the threshold value is provided to a user. |
| US10524148B2 |
Utilizing in-device coexistence message for interference management in unlicensed bands
Described herein are techniques for efficient LTE operation in the unlicensed band. For example, the technique may involve initiating, at the wireless device, a signal measurement of an unlicensed communication band device. The technique may also involve sending, to an access point configured for operation in the unlicensed communication band, a measurement report including the signal measurement of the unlicensed communication band device. |
| US10524143B2 |
Method, system, and device for managing network entry and BTS handover in land-to-sea wireless networks
A method, device, and system for managing network entry and handover in a land-to-sea wireless network. The method includes computing a downlink SNR metric associated with each of a plurality of antenna arrays of the CPE for each of a plurality of BTS frequencies. The method further includes computing a downlink AWSNR metric for each of the plurality of BTS frequencies across each of the plurality of antenna arrays. The method includes storing the downlink AWSNR metric computed for each of the plurality of BTS frequencies across each of the plurality of antenna arrays in a plurality of downlink AWSNR buffers. The method further includes assigning ranks to at least one downlink AWSNR buffer. The method includes establishing a pseudo-connection with a target BTS associated with a highest ranked downlink AWSNR buffer. The method further includes evaluating the pseudo-connection with the target BTS. |
| US10524142B2 |
Terminal device, communication method, and integrated circuit
There is provided a terminal device capable of efficiently performing communication in a communication system in which a base station device and the terminal device communicate with each other. The terminal device that communicates with the base station device by using a plurality of aggregated cells recognizes that a serving cell is stopped in a first state, recognizes that the serving cell is started in a second state, and switches from the first state to the second state based on a received PDCCH. |
| US10524139B2 |
Methods and apparatuses for signaling with geometric constellations in a Raleigh fading channel
Communication systems are described that use signal constellations which have unequally spaced (i.e. “geometrically spaced,” or “non-uniform”) points. In many embodiments, the transmitters and receivers use specific non-uniform quadrature amplitude modulation (NU-QAM) constellations. In a variety of embodiments, NU-QAM constellations are capacity optimized using a bit-interleaved coded modulation (BICM, also referred to as “parallel decode”) capacity measure. In a number of embodiments, the transmitters and receivers are described that use specific NU-QAM constellations that provide gains in BICM capacity relative to constellations that maximize the minimum distance between constellation points. |
| US10524138B2 |
System for RF quiet channel optimization
A communications system having a network of nodes that may transmit and receive wireless signals. RF channel quietness may be measured at each node. A channel that is the best for all of the nodes may be selected. However, if all of the nodes except for one node determine that a particular channel is the best and not acceptable to the one node but that another channel is acceptable to all of the nodes, then the entire network may choose to operate on the other channel. The network may choose to operate on more than one channel in a time slotted fashion if a single acceptable channel cannot be found for all of the nodes. Channel quietness measurements may be facilitated by and uploaded to a host controller. The host controller may build a profile of measurements from the nodes for each channel. |
| US10524135B2 |
Wireless network coverage enhancement method, apparatus, and system
The present disclosure provides a wireless network coverage enhancement method, apparatus, and system. The method includes: receiving, by a terminal, a downlink signal sent by a network device; determining, by the terminal, a first coverage level of the terminal according to the downlink signal; determining, by the terminal, an uplink communications parameter according to the first coverage level; and sending, by the terminal, an uplink signal to the network device according to the uplink communications parameter. According to the method in embodiments of the present invention, a probability of successfully receiving the uplink signal is improved. Therefore, the network device does not need to send a NACK to the terminal, so that overheads of an air interface between the terminal and the network device are reduced, a period in which the terminal performs coverage enhancement is shortened, and power consumption of the terminal is reduced. |
| US10524132B2 |
Method for intra-cell frequency reuse for indoor wireless network and baseband unit
The present disclosure provides a method for intra-cell frequency reuse for an indoor wireless network and a baseband unit. The method includes: at the BBU, establishing a coverage relationship between one or more mRRHs and multiple UEs (510); determining a correspondence relationship between UEs and beam directions covered by each mRRH of the one or more mRRHs (520); determining a location distribution of the multiple UEs based on the coverage relationship between the mRRHs and the UEs and the correspondence relationship between the UEs and the beam directions covered by the mRRH (530); and performing a power allocation for each mRRH based on the location distribution of the multiple UEs (540). |
| US10524129B2 |
System and method of modifying policy settings in an electronic device
The present invention provides a system and method of modifying policy settings in an electronic device. An embodiment includes a plurality of access stations, each capable of wirelessly transmitting across a geographic region. A mobile electronic device, capable of roaming between regions is operable to establish a wireless link with the access stations. The device is owned by an office which sets communication policies determining through which access stations mobile device can place voice calls. This policy is stored on an office server as a database and periodically transmitted to the device as the device makes contact with the office server over the internet. Hence, the device maintains a copy of this policy database. When placing a voice call, the device first determines which access station is serving the region it is located in and then determines whether it is allowed to place a call through that access station using its policy database. |
| US10524126B2 |
Method and system to dynamically authenticate and grant access to non-trusted anonymous Wi-Fi
Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, identifying a request from a portable device for authentication to a first WLAN, where the device user is not registered as a WLAN user. An identifier of the device is compared with entries in a list associated with the WLAN and, responsive to a first determination that the identifier corresponds to an entry in the list, wireless access for using the first WLAN is facilitated. Responsive to a second determination that the identifier does not correspond to an entry in the list, a message is transmitted to equipment of a network subscriber regarding the request. Responsive to approval of the request, wireless access to a broadband network using the first WLAN is facilitated; the portable device provides a second WLAN for initiating a second communication session via the device that provides broadband access to a plurality of Wi-Fi enabled devices. |
| US10524125B2 |
Access control via a mobile device
Systems, devices, and methods for access control via a mobile device are described herein. One method includes receiving location information associated with a mobile device in a facility, determining that the mobile device is within a particular distance of an area of the facility based on the location information, determining whether a user of the mobile device is allowed access to the area, and allowing access to the area via a relay associated with the area responsive to a determination that the user is allowed access. |