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| US11897110B2 |
Non-contact speed selector switch in rotary power tool
A rotary power tool includes a housing having a motor housing portion and a handle portion extending therefrom. An electric motor is positioned within the motor housing portion. The rotary power tool further includes a trigger switch configured to activate and deactivate the motor. The rotary power tool further includes a non-contact speed selector switch positioned in the housing. The non-contact speed selector switch is configured to adjust a rotational speed of the motor. The non-contact speed selector switch is separate from the trigger switch. |
| US11897108B2 |
Tool with charge advance mechanism
A powder actuated fastening tool including a charge advance apparatus for advancing a powder charge strip relative to a barrel of the tool, wherein the charge advance apparatus includes a rotatable ratchet having teeth for engaging receptacles formed in the powder charge strip, and a charge advance member coupled to a trigger of the tool, wherein the charge advance member acts on the rotatable ratchet to rotate the ratchet in response to actuation and/or release of the trigger, such that the rotation of the ratchet causes advance of the powder charge strip relative to the barrel. |
| US11897107B2 |
Driving tool
A driving tool includes: a plunger movable in a first direction along a direction in which a fastener is launched; an urging member that is extendable and contractible in the first direction and serves as a drive source of the plunger; and guide rails configured to guide movement of the plunger in the first direction. The guide rails extend along the first direction of the urging member and are disposed on both sides sandwiching the urging member, and the guide rails are arranged such that a virtual line connecting the guide rails on the both sides of the urging member is deviated from a central axis of the urging member in a plan view of the urging member as viewed from the first direction. |
| US11897093B2 |
Nut temporary tightening device
A nut temporary tightening device has bearing parts, a first support plate, a second support plate, and socket assemblies. Each bearing part has a cylindrical sleeve extending in an up-down direction and a flange provided at an intermediate portion of the sleeve. The first support plate has a plurality of first support holes that each support a corresponding bearing part along the outer circumference, on an upper end side, of the bearing part. The second support plate has a plurality of second support holes that each support a corresponding bearing part along the outer circumference, on a lower end side, of the bearing part. Each socket assembly has a driving shaft, a driving part, and a socket. |
| US11897092B2 |
Cover plate structure of ratchet wrench
The present invention provides a cover plate structure of ratchet wrench comprising: a main body, inside a head portion thereof has an accommodating space, a peripheral wall is formed in the accommodating space, and the accommodating space is formed with at least one opening; a ratchet mechanism provided in the accommodating space; a cover plate having a cover portion and a snap-abut portion, the cover plate is placed in the opening of the accommodating space, and the snap-abut portion is stuck against the peripheral wall of the accommodating space. an elastic fastener member is disposed between the head portion and the cover plate, the fastener member applies an elastic force to the cover plate, so that the snap-abut portion of the cover plate elastically snaps against the peripheral wall of the accommodating space. The cover plate is capable of bearing the load during operation, increasing the withstand strength of the head portion. |
| US11897091B2 |
Ratchet wrench with tube spring
A pawl mechanism with a bias member that biases the pawl into engagement with the drive gear. The bias member can be a tube spring disposed within a bore to bias the pawl into engagement with the drive gear while eliminating the need for a spacer, as required by prior art ratchet wrenches. |
| US11897090B1 |
Orientation independent tool for underground stop and waste valve
A tool including a wrench attached to an elongate shaft to open and close a subterranean stop and waste valve. The wrench may be removably coupled to the shaft by way of an attach mechanism. Sometimes, the attach mechanism can be configured to couple with the distal end of a commercially available valve actuation tool. The instant tool can couple with the actuating handle of the stop and waste valve at a plurality of orientations of the tool's handle with respect to the valve's handle. A preferred wrench includes anti-stiction structure to facilitate insertion and retraction of the wrench with respect to an access port for the valve. |
| US11897088B2 |
Automated gemstone feeding
The present subject matter relates to automated gemstone feeding in a gemstone processing machine. In an implementation, the gemstone processing machine has a feeding conduit unit to receive a rough gemstone affixed to a holder from a user. The feeding conduit unit delivers the holder to a base plate. An actuating arm picks the holder from the base plate and transfers the holder to a pre-defined position in the gemstone processing machine. The automated feeding mechanism is controlled by the computing device and uses low-cost hardware equipment having limited or no manual intervention. Thus, providing an apt tradeoff between the accuracy of transfer of the rough gemstone and the cost associated with the equipment used for the processing of the gemstone. |
| US11897086B2 |
Window for display apparatus, manufacturing method thereof, and manufacturing method of display apparatus
A method of manufacturing a window for a display apparatus according to the present invention includes: providing, on a stage, a substrate including a foldable part bending around a folding axis extending in a first direction, and forming a groove on the foldable part. The forming the groove includes: grinding the foldable part by using a first machining wheel; grinding the foldable part by using a second machining wheel; and machining the foldable part by using a polishing wheel. The groove has at least one radius of curvature. The first machining wheel includes first abrasive grains, and the second machining wheel includes second abrasive grains less in size than the first abrasive grains. |
| US11897082B2 |
Heterogeneous fluoropolymer mixture polishing pad
The invention provides a polishing pad suitable for polishing at least one of semiconductor, optical, magnetic or electromechanical substrates. The polishing pad includes a polyurea polishing layer and a polyurea matrix. The polyurea matrix has a soft phase and a hard phase. The soft phase is formed from soft segments and the hard phase is formed from diisocyanate hard segments and a curative agent. The soft segment areva copolymer of aliphatic fluorine-free polymer groups and a fluorocarbon having a length of a least six carbons. The polyurea matrix is cured with the curative agent and includes gas or liquid-filled polymeric microelements. The soft segments form a fluorine rich phase that concentrates adjacent the polymeric microelements and at the polishing layer during polishing. The polishing layer remains hydrophilic during polishing in shear conditions. |
| US11897079B2 |
Low-temperature metal CMP for minimizing dishing and corrosion, and improving pad asperity
A chemical mechanical polishing system includes a platen to support a polishing pad having a polishing surface, a source of coolant, a dispenser having one or more apertures suspended over the platen to direct coolant from the source of coolant onto the polishing surface of the polishing pad; and a controller coupled to the source of coolant and configured to cause the source of coolant to deliver the coolant through the nozzles onto the polishing surface during a selected step of a polishing operation. |
| US11897078B2 |
Polishing apparatus, information processing system, polishing method, and computer-readable storage medium
A polishing apparatus that is capable of referring to a storage in which a machine learning model is stored, the machine learning model being learned using learning data in which a feature amount of a signal regarding a frictional force between a polishing member and a substrate in polishing or a feature amount of a temperature of the polishing member or the substrate in polishing is input, and data regarding a film thickness of the polished substrate or a parameter related to yield of a product included in the polished substrate is output, the device including: a polishing table provided with the polishing member and configured to be rotatable; a polishing head facing the polishing table and configured to be rotatable, wherein the substrate is attachable to a surface facing the polishing table; a control unit configured to perform control to polish the substrate by pressing the substrate against the polishing member while rotating the polishing table and the polishing head having the substrate attached thereto; and a processor configured to generate the feature amount from the signal regarding the frictional force between the polishing member and the substrate in polishing or the feature amount from the temperature of the polishing member or a target substrate in polishing, and output the data regarding the film thickness of the polished substrate or any of the parameters related to the yield of the product included in the polished substrate, as an estimated value, by inputting the generated feature amount to the learned machine learning model. |
| US11897073B2 |
Double-station gantry combined processing system for automatically overturning and processing workpieces
The invention discloses a double-station gantry combined machining system allowing automatic overturning of workpieces, which comprises a first mobile gantry machining unit, a second mobile gantry machining unit, an overturning platform, a first workpiece fixing table, a second workpiece fixing table and a guide rail, wherein the overturning platform is positioned between the first gantry machining unit and the second gantry machining unit. According to the invention, the system is highly integrated, continuous machining of a gantry machine tool is completed, the working efficiency is improved, and the machining cost of the system is reduced. |
| US11897071B2 |
Grid-type workpiece carrier
A grid-type workpiece carrier includes parallel strip-type first grid elements having recesses, and strip-type second grid elements arranged transverse to the first grid elements and having recesses, wherein the recesses of the first and second grid elements engage in one another in such a way that the crossing first and second grid elements form a grid, wherein the first grid elements are mechanically securely fixed to second grid elements that are arranged in an edge region on opposing sides of the grid. |
| US11897069B2 |
Device for stabilizing a workpiece in a machine tool
A device for stabilizing a workpiece, in particular a thin-walled workpiece mounted in a machine tool, comprises at least one base; and a plurality of stabilizing elements. The stabilizing elements protrude away from one surface of the base, wherein the stabilizing element comprises a cylinder and a rod arranged therein and the rod can be driven hydraulically to move in the axial direction of the stabilizing element such that the rod of at least two of the stabilizing elements can be brought into contact with one surface of the workpiece. |
| US11897068B2 |
Information processing method, information processing system, and information processing device
Provided is an information processing method capable of effectively utilizing a variety of types of information collected from a machine tool. The information processing method includes the step of communicating with a plurality of machine tools (S10). The plurality of machine tools each include a sensor to sense information about the machine tool as sensed information. The step of communicating (S10) includes the step of receiving as collected data from each of the plurality of machine tools part information about a part of the machine tool and the sensed information obtained by the sensor. The information processing method further includes the steps of storing in a storage unit the collected data received from each of the plurality of machine tools (S20A, S20B); and based on the plurality of collected data stored in the storage unit, learning a correlation between part information of a machine tool and sensed information obtained by the sensor internal to that machine tool (S32). |
| US11897065B2 |
Composite turbine disc rotor for turbomachine
A rotor for a turbomachine and a method of manufacturing the same. The method includes providing a lug with a lug body and an interface material disposed on the lug body. The method also includes friction welding the lug to a hub member via the interface material to define a projected structure for an outer radial area of a disc assembly of the rotor. The projected structure is configured to support a first side of a rotor blade of the rotor in cooperation with a second projected structure of the disc assembly supporting a second side of the rotor blade. The lug body and the hub member are made from different materials. |
| US11897064B2 |
Battery powered welding system
A battery powered welding system is provided. In one welding system a battery powered welder includes control circuitry configured to control a welding power output converted from power from an external battery power source. The battery powered welder also includes a wire drive assembly coupled to the control circuitry and configured to feed a welding wire using power from the external battery power source. The battery powered welder includes a case integrally supporting and enclosing the control circuitry and the wire drive assembly. The case is not configured to enclose the external battery power source. |
| US11897063B2 |
Systems and methods for low-manganese welding wire
The invention relates generally to welding and, more specifically, to welding wires for arc welding, such as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). In one embodiment, a tubular welding wire includes a sheath and a core. The tubular welding wire is configured to form a weld deposit on a structural steel workpiece, wherein the weld deposit includes less than approximately 2.5% manganese by weight. |
| US11897061B2 |
Engine driven welder
A welding machine includes a welding power supply that generates a welding waveform during a welding operation, an internal combustion engine, and a generator that is operatively connected to the welding power supply to supply electrical energy to the welding power supply. The generator includes a rotor shaft driven by the internal combustion engine, and an end casting located at an end of the generator opposite the internal combustion engine. A rotary screw compressor is mounted to the end casting of the generator. A clutch mechanism couples the rotor shaft to the rotary screw compressor to selectively drive the rotary screw compressor by the rotor shaft. |
| US11897057B2 |
Intelligent soldering tip
A soldering tool may include a tool body comprising circuitry configured to interface with a controller, and a tip portion including a tip that is heated to melt solder and a handpiece that is graspable by an operator. The tip portion includes a heater and a sensor disposed in the tip. The tip portion includes a tip memory device disposed at the handpiece. The tip memory device is configured to store parametric data. The tip memory device is configured to exchange data with the controller. |
| US11897056B2 |
Laser processing device and laser processing method
A laser processing apparatus includes an irradiation portion, and a controller. The irradiation portion includes a shaping portion configured to shape the laser light. The controller includes: a determination portion configured to determine a first and a second orientation; a processing controller configured to perform a first process of forming the modified region along a first region and stopping formation of the modified region other than the first region, and a second process of forming the modified region along a second region and stopping formation of the modified region other than the second region; and an adjustment portion configured to adjust the orientation of the longitudinal direction to be the first orientation when the first process is performed, and to adjust the orientation of the longitudinal direction to be the second orientation when the second process is performed. |
| US11897051B2 |
Transient liquid phase bonding of surface coatings and metal-covered materials
A method for bonding components is disclosed. The method may comprise positioning an interlayer between a metallic component and a metal-plated non-metallic component at a bond region, heating the bond region to a bonding temperature to produce a liquid at the bond region, and maintaining the bond region at the bonding temperature until the liquid has solidified to form a bond between the metallic component and the metal-plated non-metallic component at the bond region. A method for providing a part having a customized coating is also disclosed. The method may comprise applying a metallic coating on a surface of a metallic substrate, and bonding the metallic coating to the metallic substrate by a transient liquid phase bonding process to provide the part having the customized coating. |
| US11897049B2 |
Retractable friction stir welding spindle
The invention provides a retractable friction stir welding spindle, aims at the deficiencies and defects of the existing friction stir welding spindle technology, that is, when the welding is finished, the stirring needle leaves a keyhole at the end of the weld seam, which affects the forming performance of the workpiece, the overall structure design of the spindle is complicated with many transmission chains and low reliability which is difficult to realize modularization. The retractable friction stir welding spindle includes an electric spindle system and a retracting mechanism. The electric spindle system includes stirring shaft shoulder, hilt, front end cover, hollow spindle, motorized spindle shell, motor rotor, motor stator, tail end cover, etc. The retracting mechanism includes stirring needle, connecting ball head and electric cylinder. The invention has the advantages of simple structure and can be mainly divided into two modules to improve reliability and integrity. The invention can also avoid the generation of friction stir welding keyhole. |
| US11897044B2 |
Cutting machine
A fine adjuster for finely adjusting the lateral tilt position of a cutting machine body has improved operability. A cutting machine includes a table, a cutting machine body, a tilting member supporting the cutting machine body in a manner laterally tiltable relative to the table, a tilting locking member, and a lever member to adjust the tilt position of the cutting machine body. The lever member includes a fulcrum coupled to the table in a manner rotatable about an axis, a load point coupled to the tilting member, and an effort point extending from the fulcrum and located at a distance from the fulcrum greater than a distance between the fulcrum and the load point. |
| US11897043B2 |
Cutting inserts for use in milling tools
Cutting inserts are disclosed having four cutting edges and milling tools comprising the cutting inserts installed in pockets on a rotatable cutting tool holder. The cutting inserts comprise a front face, a rear face and four side faces extending between the front and rear faces. A cutting edge is provided at the intersection of the front face and each side face. Each cutting edge comprises a plurality of cutting edge segments, including a facet cutting edge that forms the flat surface of a workpiece being milled, and a straight lead cutting edge that extends at an angle away from the facet cutting edge. The lead cutting edge angle is selected to provide effective milling of the workpiece at entry. The cutting inserts have side seating surfaces that allow the inserts to be more stably supported in cutting insert pockets. |
| US11897042B2 |
Variable radius gash
A variable radius gash geometry may be provided on a variety of rotary cutting tools. The rotary cutting tools extend along a longitudinal axis, from a shank towards a cutting face that engages a material to be cut during a plunge or ramp operation, and a plurality of gashes may be provided in the cutting face of the rotary cutting tool. The gashes may each be a full radius gash, and the radius defining each of the gashes may be unique or different from one another and tangent to an axial rake face and clearance face surrounding the gash. |
| US11897040B2 |
Axle boring machine, mounting assemblies and axle repair methods
An axle boring assembly includes a portable power head or drive unit, a bearing pack to which the drive unit is attached, an adjusting base to which the bearing pack is adjustably secured and a mounting assembly which fits over a motor vehicle axle and to which the adjusting base is secured. The mounting assembly comprises a first section having axially spaced apart front and rear clamps and a substantially identical second section with matching spaced apart front and rear clamps. Threaded fasteners extend between the front and rear clamps and may be rotated to secure the mounting assembly about the end of the axle. Each clamp includes jaws which contact the axle and which may be selected from sets of various sizes and configurations to ensure accurate and suitable engagement of the axle. |
| US11897039B2 |
Dual operating tapping head
A tapping head configured to hold and drive different size taps with a slip joint that introduces a small amount of play bet ween the tap head and the tap to compensate for excessive lead that may damage the tap or the workpiece. The tapping head includes a base, a drive coupler, a drive sleeve, a driver, a clutch pack, a pressure ring, a clutch cover, a drive cover and a lock nut. The driver and drive sleeve are longitudinally coupled by splines that form a slip joint. The clutch pact includes discs that against the inside surface of the base and lower surface of the pressure ring. Mounted on the lower surface of the pressure ring are a plurality of clutch springs that force the pressure ring upward against the clutch pack. Disposed between the drive couple and the driver are thrust springs that exert downward forces on the driver. The clutch cover includes internal threads configured to attach to external threads formed on the base. By tightening the clutch cover on the base, the force exerted by the thrust springs on the pressure ring can be adjusted to change the amount of frictional forces exerted by the clutch pack. |
| US11897036B2 |
Multipod nanostructures and methods
Methods of forming metal multipod nanostructures. The methods may include providing a mixture that includes a metal acetylacetonate, a reducing agent, and a carboxylic acid. The mixture may be contacted with microwaves to form the metal multipod nanostructures. The methods may offer control over the structure and/or morphology of the metal multipod nanostructures. |
| US11897034B2 |
Method for manufacturing rare earth permanent magnet
There is provided a method for manufacturing a rare earth sintered magnet by many times repetitively finely pulverizing a rare earth alloy on a jet mill by supplying high-pressure nitrogen gas to narrow grain size distribution to make an easy alignment in a magnetic field, and by micronizing crystal grains by using a hydrogenation-disproportionation-desorption-recombination (HDDR) process, to improve the coercivity and thermostability of the rare earth sintered magnet. |
| US11897031B2 |
Method for producing hollow, large dimensional turbomachine components
A method of making hollow turbomachine components is disclosed. The method provides for an additive manufacturing step, wherein on a substrate the following are manufactured in sequence: a first terminal portion of a semi-finished component, said first terminal portion adhering to said substrate, an intermediate portion adjoining the first terminal portion, and a second terminal portion adjoining the intermediate portion. After cooling of the component, at least one of said first terminal portion and second terminal portion is removed. The removed terminal portion includes sacrificial features, where thermally induced deformations of the component are concentrated, or which are aimed at stiffening the component, such that deformations are reduced or prevented. |
| US11897030B2 |
Method and system for improved temperature control for additive manufacturing
A method and system for providing cooling to a part formed using high-temperature additive manufacturing process. Infrared sensors or cameras are used to measure sidewall temperatures and, optionally, top layer temperature. Coolant nozzles provide cooling to the sidewalls of the finished layers and, optionally, to the top layer. The coolant intensity of the coolant nozzles is controlled in order to reduce temperature gradients between layers and/or to maintain temperatures in each layer below preferred maximum temperature. |
| US11897028B2 |
Controlled nozzle cooling (CNC) casting
A process for the casting of metals and their alloys includes the steps of providing at least a mold equipped with a plurality of cooling nozzles, making a layer of coolant permeable materials covering the nozzles and maintaining the materials at desired temperatures, delivering a molten metal into the mold, supplying predetermined amount of coolant to each nozzles to contact the casting at desired rate, time, and duration to achieve an acceptable level of progressive solidification from the distal end of the casting towards the riser until the casting has reached desired temperatures. |
| US11897023B2 |
Device for producing a metal mesh reinforcement
A device for producing a metal mesh reinforcement that includes joining a plurality of long profiles and a winding profile. The device includes a welding unit for welding a longitudinal profile to a winding profile and a feed unit for feeding a portion of the winding profile provided from a master to the welding unit. The feed unit includes a cutting arrangement for cutting a profile portion of the winding profile from the master. The cutting arrangement is arranged within a cutting zone of the device remote from the welding unit such that, after cutting of the winding profile, the end portion of the winding profile cut from the master is fed from the cutting zone to the welding unit and at least one further weld is made between the cut-off end portion of the winding profile and a longitudinal profile to produce the metal mesh reinforcement. |
| US11897022B2 |
Fin, heat exchanger with fin, and method of manufacturing fin
A fin according to the present disclosure is a corrugated fin formed of a metal plate by bending into a corrugated shape, and the corrugated fin includes peak portions extending in a first direction, valley portions extending in the first direction, and inclined portions connecting the peak portions and the valley portions adjacent to each other. The peak portions and the valley portions are alternately arranged in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and a thickness of the metal plate at each apex of the peak portions and the valley portions is larger than a thickness of the inclined portions of the metal plate. |
| US11897019B2 |
Conversion press end retaining bar assembly
A retainer assembly includes a retaining member assembly and a motion assembly. The retaining member assembly is structured to selectively retain at least one shell in a transfer belt assembly belt recess. The retaining member assembly includes a retaining member. The motion assembly is structured to move the retaining member between a first position, wherein the retaining member is spaced from the transfer belt assembly transfer belt, and, a second position, wherein the retaining member is disposed a retaining distance from the transfer belt assembly transfer belt. |
| US11897007B2 |
Apparatus and method for processing substrate
Provided is an apparatus for processing a substrate. The apparatus for processing a substrate includes a base portion configured to provide a rotational force in a circumferential direction; a holding module located on the base portion and configured to hold the substrate; a nozzle module located above the base portion and configured to jet a chemical liquid onto the substrate on the holding module; and a scattering prevention module located on the base portion at a peripheral portion of the holding module and configured to, when the chemical liquid is scattered after being jetted onto the substrate, guide the scattered chemical liquid to be discharged, wherein the scattering prevention module guides the scattered chemical liquid with a variable movement caused by the rotational force. |
| US11897006B2 |
Apparatus and method for processing substrate
The present disclosure provides a substrate processing apparatus and a substrate processing method. The substrate processing apparatus includes a substrate support unit configured to support a substrate, a liquid supply unit configured to supply a liquid containing any one of a chemical liquid and a cleaning liquid to the substrate supported by the substrate support unit, a processing container configured to accommodate the substrate support unit and recover the liquid supplied to the substrate from the liquid supply unit, and a capture module provided in the processing container to capture the liquid so as to suppress the liquid scattered from the substrate from being bounced back from the processing container and re-scattering. |
| US11897005B2 |
Nozzle, substrate processing apparatus including the same, and substrate processing method
The inventive concept provides a nozzle for dispensing a treatment liquid in which plasma is generated. The nozzle includes a body having an interior space, a liquid supply unit that supplies the treatment liquid into the interior space, and electrodes that generate the plasma in the interior space. The liquid supply unit supplies the treatment liquid in a bubbling state into the interior space, or causes the treatment liquid to bubble in the interior space. |
| US11897001B2 |
Inspection system
An inspection system is configured for use with a conveyer apparatus including carrier bars. Each carrier bar conveys pellet-shaped articles along a predetermined path. The inspection system includes at least one camera unit for sensing a predetermined characteristic of the pellet-shaped articles, a removal unit, and a controller. The removal unit, downstream from the at least one camera unit, removes selected pellet-shaped article(s) from the carrier bar(s) depending on whether the characteristic is sensed by the at least one camera unit. The controller is in communication with the at least one camera unit and the removal unit. The controller provides a signal to the removal unit in accordance with the sensed characteristic. The removal unit includes a rotatable ejection drum having extended vacuum nozzles along its length, equal to the number of articles conveyed in each carrier bar. Each vacuum nozzle selectively removes article(s) from the carrier bar(s) by suction. |
| US11896998B2 |
Method for producing a multicoat paint system by postadditization of at least one basecoat with an aqueous dispersion comprising polyamides and/or amide waxes
Described herein is a method for producing a multicoat paint system by producing a basecoat or a plurality of directly successive basecoats directly on a substrate coated with a first coat, producing a clearcoat directly on the one or the topmost of the plurality of basecoats, and subsequently jointly curing the one or the plurality of basecoats and the clearcoat. At least one of the basecoat materials is admixed, directly before application, either with an aqueous dispersion (D1) including a polyamide (PA) having an acid number of 15 to 60 mg KOH/g or with an aqueous dispersion (D2) including a polyamide (PA) and an amide wax (AW). |
| US11896997B2 |
Window and method for manufacturing the same
A window includes a base substrate including a planar portion and a curved portion surrounding at least a part of the planar portion, a front cover layer disposed on the base substrate, a flat cover layer overlapping the planar portion and disposed on the base substrate, and a bending cover layer overlapping the curved portion and disposed on the base substrate. The front cover layer and the bending cover layer each include an inorganic material. |
| US11896993B2 |
Common head having an offset partition for use with multi-component dispensing tools and a tubular liner arranged for locating within the common head
A common head for use in combination with a cartridge assembly, the cartridge assembly being retained within the material containment unit of a dispensing device and arranged to discharge reactive components from larger and smaller cartridges in response to actuation of the dispensing device. The common head includes inlet openings and a rigid walled tube having a partition positioned therein to define larger and smaller pathways to enable passage of the reactive components from the cartridges into and though the common head in a predetermined volumetric ratio and prevent backflow of the components which can lead to unintended curing prior to dispensing. A flexible liner arranged for positioning within one or both pathways of the rigid walled tube is also provided to prevent such backflow and unintended curing prior to dispensing. |
| US11896992B2 |
Mix chamber for a plural component sprayer
A mix chamber for a plural component sprayer is configured to receive first and second component materials and emit a spray of a resulting plural component material. The mix chamber includes a chamber body extending between a first end and a second end and including flat lateral sides. A ramp feature is disposed proximate the first end and is configured to contact and push first and second side seals, respectively, away from a body axis as the mix chamber shifts in a first direction through a cartridge bore to increase a gap between the first side seal and the second side seal such that the first side seal engages the first flat lateral side and the second side seal engages the second flat lateral side. |
| US11896986B2 |
Nozzle device applied to high-pressure cleaning machine and handheld high-pressure cleaning machine
A nozzle device applied to a high-pressure cleaning machine is provided, including: a nozzle, including a nozzle casing, where a water outlet channel is provided in the nozzle casing, and a front end of the nozzle casing is provided with at least one liquid discharge port connecting with the water outlet channel; and an exhaust valve, connected to the nozzle casing, and including: a valve seat, provided with a valve cavity; and a valve core, movably arranged in the valve cavity; where the valve seat is provided with an air inlet hole and an air outlet hole, the water outlet channel and a main exhaust passage are arranged in parallel in the nozzle casing, and the valve core is movable relative to the valve cavity to a closed position for blocking the main exhaust passage and an open position for opening the main exhaust passage. In the nozzle device applied to a high-pressure cleaning machine and a handheld high-pressure cleaning machine that are provided in this application, the exhaust valve is provided, and the exhaust valve implements an exhaust function at the open position, and implements a water outlet function at the closed position, thereby implementing self-suction and ensuring that a pressure anomaly is quickly eliminated within a short time during use, to meet a use requirement. |
| US11896984B2 |
Container for centrifugation
The present invention relates to a container for centrifugation. The container for centrifugation includes: a main body (100) including a first chamber (110) in which a material to be centrifuged is received, a second chamber (120) in which a suspended material centrifuged from the material in the first chamber (110) is decanted from the first chamber (110) and received and which is positioned on one side of the first chamber (110), and a coupling part (130) formed to surround the first chamber (110) and the outside of the upper end of the second chamber (120); and a cover (200) which covers an upper portion of the main body (100) and forms a fluid communication path (P) of the decanted suspended material between the first chamber (110) and the second chamber (120). |
| US11896983B2 |
Wellsite wet screening system for proppants and methods of using same
The invention comprises a system for wet screening of oil well proppant at the wellsite to provide a controlled and controllable amount of properly sized and screened proppant and fluid to a frac fluid blending system. |
| US11896972B2 |
Device having a first chamber for receiving a body fluid
The invention relates to an apparatus for receiving a body fluid, wherein the apparatus comprises a first chamber with a displaceable wall and a second chamber of a constant effective size, said second chamber being movable with respect to the displaceable wall, wherein the apparatus is designed to connect the first chamber and the second chamber during a longitudinally axial movement of the second chamber with respect to the displaceable wall and to transfer body fluid from the first chamber to the second chamber during a movement of the second chamber together with the displaceable wall. |
| US11896971B2 |
Fluid detection circuit for fluid ejection head
A fluid ejection head and a method of detecting the presence of fluid in an ejection chamber. The ejection head includes a semiconductor substrate having an elongate fluid supply via etched therethrough. An array of fluid ejectors is disposed adjacent to the fluid supply via, wherein the elongate fluid supply via provides fluid to the array of fluid ejectors for ejection of fluid from the ejection head. Fluid sense cells for the array of fluid ejectors are disposed at each end of the fluid supply via, wherein each of the fluid sense cells has a fluid ejector, an electrode disposed in a fluid chamber for the fluid ejector, and an electrode disposed in a fluid channel associated with a fluid chamber. A fluid detection circuit is provided in electrical communication with each of the fluid sense cells for detecting the presence or absence of fluid in the fluid chamber. |
| US11896963B1 |
Mesoporous ZSM-5 for steam enhanced catalytic cracking of crude oil
A process for upgrading a hydrocarbon feed includes contacting the hydrocarbon feed with steam in the presence of a cracking catalyst at reaction conditions sufficient to cause at least a portion of hydrocarbons in the hydrocarbon feed to undergo one or more cracking reactions to produce a steam catalytic cracking effluent comprising light olefins, light aromatic compounds, or both. The cracking catalyst is hierarchical mesoporous ZSM-5 zeolite. The hierarchical mesoporous ZSM-5 zeolite is made by providing a starting ZSM-5 zeolite, disintegrating the a portion of the starting ZSM-5 in the presence of a surfactant using sodium hydroxide, and then recrystallizing the zeolite constituents in the presence of the surfactant to produce recrystallized ZSM-5 zeolite. The recrystallized ZSM-5 zeolite is then recovered and calcined to produce the hierarchical mesoporous ZSM-5 zeolite. |
| US11896961B1 |
Optimization of photocatalytic hydrogen generation using aqueous bio-alcohols and plasmonic metals deposited on semiconductor composite nanofibers
The present invention combines the advantages of fabrication of semiconductor heterostructure (Ag3PO4—WO3) with plasmonic metals (Pt and Ag) with optical interference to optimize the visible light photo response of plasmonic metals deposited semiconductor (Pt—Ag/Ag3PO4—WO3) for visible light assisted H2 generation utilizing the aqueous bio-alcohols. Crystalline Ag3PO4 and WO3 nanofibers were synthesized by microwave and electrospinning methods. Three different WO3 nanofibers composition (5, 10 and 15 wt. %) were used to obtain Ag3PO4/WO3 nanocomposite heterostructures, which are effective visible light active photo catalysts. Further, a simple, enviro-friendly, and cost-effective biogenic synthesis method have been achieved using Salvia officinalis extract to decorate Pt and Ag metal nanoparticles on the surface of Ag3PO4—WO3 composites. Presence of bioactive agents in the extract are responsible for the Pt and Ag3PO4 reduction and for prevention of the Pt nanoparticles from aggregation in aqueous medium. |
| US11896958B1 |
Zirconium doped terbium nano oxides for wastewater remediation
Zirconium doped terbium nano oxides (ZrTb2O3). The nano oxides can have an average diameter ranging from about 17 nm to about 22 nm. The nano oxides can be used as a photocatalyst for photodegradation of organic dyes. In an embodiment, the organic dyes include textile wastewater dyes. In an embodiment, the textile wastewater dyes include methylene blue (MB) and/or Congo Red (CR). In an embodiment, the zirconium doped terbium nano oxides (ZrTb2O3) can be prepared by a dual co-precipitation and calcination method. |
| US11896954B2 |
Microporous carbon materials to separate nitrogen in associated and non-associated natural gas streams
The present invention relates to a process for the manufacture of microporous carbon materials to perform selective separations of nitrogen in gas mixtures such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide, methane and C2, C3 and C4+ hydrocarbons, with high efficiency, shaped of microspheres or cylinders from copolymers of poly (vinylidene chloride-co-methyl acrylate) with density of 1.3 to 1.85 g/cm3 or poly (vinylidene chloride-co-vinyl chloride) with density of 1.3 to 1.85 g/cm3, using two stages. The first stage consists of a surface passivation of the material by chemical attack in a highly alkaline alcohol solution, with the aim of effecting a precarbonization on the surface of the copolymer that during the pyrolysis process is not deformed and gradually develops microporosity. The material of the first stage presents, in the layer, percentages between 55% to 85% carbon, between 5% to 20% oxygen, and between 10% to 40% chlorine. The interior of the material presents lower percentages of carbon, between 30% to 65%, oxygen in the amount of between 2% to 6%, and chlorine in the amount of between 30% to 60%. The second stage consists of the gradual pyrolysis of the passivated copolymer, with the aim of developing microporosity and high surface area values; as well as during the melting and gas dehydrohalogenation stages thereof, the deformation of the material is avoided. The morphology of the copolymers are microspheres of 125 to 225 micrometers, or cylinders of 4 mm in height and 3 mm in diameter, which after pyrolysis reduce its size by 35% with respect to the initial one. The material of the second stage, which is already microporous carbon material, presents in the layer percentages between 90% to 100% carbon and between 10% to 0% oxygen. |
| US11896953B2 |
HLB copolymers
Polymeric adsorbents useful for solid phase extraction (SPE) comprising a copolymer formed by copolymerizing at least one hydrophobic monomer including divinylbenzene and at least one hydrophilic monomer including acrylonitrile are provided. Also provided are SPE cartridges including a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent. Further provided are methods of using a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent in conventional and simplified SPE techniques. |
| US11896950B1 |
Activated carbon composite flakes using olive stone-polyethylene waste
A method of preparing an adsorbent can include pyrolyzing olive stone to provide an olive stone char, activating the olive stone char, dissolving a polymer in an organic solvent to obtain a solution, dispersing the activated olive stone char in the solution to provide a mixture, extracting the solvent from the mixture to provide a composite, and annealing the composite to provide the adsorbent. The adsorbent can be porous. |
| US11896947B2 |
System and process for continuous and controlled production of metal-organic frameworks and metal-organic framework composites
A MOF production system and method of making are detailed for continuous and controlled synthesis of MOFs and MOF composites. The system can provide optimized yields of MOFs and MOF composites greater than or equal to 95%. |
| US11896946B2 |
Device and method for increasing solid holdup in reaction crystallizer
A device and method for increasing solid holdup in a reaction crystallizer are disclosed. The device includes a discharge pipe, a clear liquid pipe, a clear liquid tank and a gas collecting pipe. A lower end of the discharge pipe is inserted into the crystallizer below the liquid level, while that of the clear liquid pipe is inserted into the clear liquid tank below the liquid level. By using the gas collecting pipe, the reaction crystallizer and the clear liquid tank are communicated all the time. When feeding, a liquid-solid mixture in the crystallizer automatically enters the discharge pipe and flows upward slowly therein, during which solid particles gradually settle down and automatically fall back into the crystallizer while the clear liquid keeps on flowing upward, enters the clear liquid pipe and thereby flows into the clear liquid tank. The clear liquid tank maintains a constant liquid level via overflowing. |
| US11896945B2 |
High surface area coatings for solid-phase synthesis
High surface area coatings are applied to solid substrates to increase the surface area available for solid-phase synthesis of polymers. The high surface area coatings use three-dimensional space to provide more area for functional groups to bind polymers than an untreated solid substrate. The polymers may be oligonucleotides, polypeptides, or another type of polymer. The solid substrate is a rigid supportive layer made from a material such as glass, a silicon material, a metal material, and plastic. The coating may be thin films, hydrogels, microparticles. The coating may be made from a metal oxide, a high-κ dielectric, a low-κ dielectric, an etched metal, a carbon material, or an organic polymer. The functional groups may be hydroxyl groups, amine groups, thiolate groups, alkenes, n-alkenes, alkalines, N-Hydroxysuccinimide (NHS)-activated esters, polyaniline, aminosilane groups, silanized oxides, oligothiophenes, and diazonium compounds. Techniques for applying coatings to solid substrates and attaching functional groups are also disclosed. |
| US11896943B2 |
Stabilized colloidal crystals and methods of stabilizing colloidal crystals
Methods of stabilizing DNA-engineered crystals can include cross-linking the hybridized oligonucleotides. Stabilized crystals can have improved chemical and thermal stability. |
| US11896941B2 |
Insert assembly for foaming device
An insert assembly for a foam generating device includes a first insert and a second insert with a channel defined therethrough. Inserts may be formed by two shell halves that are coupleable to one another to define the channel. A plurality of ribs extends along an interior surface of the channel. Pad structures defined by porous media are provided in the channel and gripped by the plurality of ribs. The pads receive cleaning solution passing through the channel and cause foam to be generated by breaking-up the cleaning solution and agitating. The ribs may be arranged horizontally relative to a longitudinal axis of the insert assembly and retain the pads within the device. Inserts may be arranged in series along a longitudinal axis of the foam generating device with the pad structures arranged within the channel. |
| US11896940B2 |
Volumetric control for proppant concentration in hydraulic fracturing
Methods and systems for controlling proppant concentration in a hydraulic fracturing slurry include measuring volumetric flow rates of fracturing fluid input to a blender and hydraulic fracturing slurry output from the blender, using these measured values to calculate a volumetric flow rate of proppant input, a slurry density and/or a slurry volume fraction, adjusting first and second valves to control rates of fluid and proppant delivery to the blender and re-measuring the volumetric flow rates and recalculating until target values of volumetric flow rate of proppant input, slurry density and/or slurry volume fraction are achieved. |
| US11896939B2 |
Device, system and method for mixing
A device or system includes a mixer comprising a three-dimensional lattice defining a plurality of tortuous, interconnecting passages therethrough. The mixer is in communication with sources or streams of at least two separate components which, when mixed, form a combined fluid stream. The sources or streams may be, at least initially, on opposite sides of the mixer, or the sources or streams may be on the upstream side of the mixer with an outlet disposed downstream of the mixer. A related method may include providing a mixer comprising a three-dimensional lattice defining a plurality of tortuous, interconnecting passages therethrough, and selecting a material for the mixer based on physical characteristics of said material, said characteristics including a selected one or more of mean flow pore size, thickness and porosity volume. |
| US11896930B2 |
Carbon-removing sand and method and process for design, manufacture, and utilization of the same
The invention includes systems, methods, compositions, and processes for designing, manufacturing, and utilizing carbon dioxide-sequestering substrates that can fully or partially replace natural sand in coastal engineering applications. These engineered substrates can offset demand for scarce native sand resources, while also effecting the conversion of gaseous carbon dioxide to dissolved or solid-phase products thereby offsetting impacts of anthropogenic climate change. |
| US11896929B2 |
Laser device and dehumidification management method for laser device
A laser device includes a laser oscillator, a dehumidifier, and a controller controlling an operation of the dehumidifier. The controller controls the dehumidifier such that the dew point inside the laser oscillator is lower than the first dew point when a monolayer or less of water molecules is adsorbed, or such that the dew point is equal to or higher than the second dew point when more than a monolayer of water molecules is adsorbed inside the laser oscillator, and is lower than the third dew point at which the dew condensation starts to occur inside the laser oscillator. |
| US11896927B2 |
Radial adsorber with radial circulation of gas
A radial adsorber comprising: an adsorbent mass containing particles, a cylindrical shell ring extending along a longitudinal axis that is vertical when the adsorber is in operation, an external grid and an internal grid arranged in such a way as to be permeable to the gas and impermeable to the particles, the internal grid and external grid between them forming an annular volume housing the adsorbent mass, an internal chamber located between the vertical longitudinal axis and the internal grid, an external chamber located between the external grid and the shell ring, the internal chamber and external chamber being intended for the circulation of the gas, the external grid being formed by a plurality of wires and a plurality of supports, the supports being mounted transversely to the wires, the supports and the wires being mounted secured to one another. |
| US11896925B2 |
Coalescence separator, in particular for use in a compressed air compressor system, compressed air compressor system, and use of a coalescence separator
A coalescence separator for separating liquid droplets from a gas flow is provided with a multilayer structure of a coalescence filter medium as a finest stage of the coalescence separator. The multilayer structure of the coalescence filter medium is arranged between a gas inlet and a gas outlet and surrounds a cavity. A product of an air permeability of the coalescence filter medium and a grammage of the coalescence filter medium amounts to at least 16 g/m*s and maximally 100 g/m*s. The coalescence filter medium is a glass fiber paper. The coalescence separator is used, for example, as a main oil separator in screw compressors. |
| US11896924B2 |
Sterilizing method and apparatus
Methods and apparatus for sterilization are presented. An exemplary embodiment includes a sterilizing cabinet assembly. The sterilizing cabinet includes a cabinet having an access port, a door connected to the cabinet, the door moveable between an open position permitting passage through the access port to an interior of the cabinet and a closed position precluding passage through the access port. The sterilizing cabinet assembly also includes at least one of the cabinet and the door having a vent port. The sterilizing cabinet has a primary filter overlying the vent port and forming a sealed interface with an adjacent portion of the one of the cabinet and the door and a secondary filter overlying at least a portion of the primary filter. |
| US11896923B2 |
Air filter housing for an air filter arrangement in a vehicle
An air filter housing (200) for an air filter arrangement in a vehicle, the air filter housing being configured for receiving unfiltered air and outputting filtered air by passage of the air through an air filter unit (100). The air filter housing (200) forms a filter cavity (201) configured to house said air filter unit (100), and the air filter housing (200) comprises support member (300) being fixedly arranged in the filter cavity (201). The support member (300) comprises a filter holder portion (301) for holding said air filter unit (100) in a use position, in which use position the complete filter holder portion (301) is located inside said filter cavity (201). |
| US11896921B2 |
Nonwoven sliver-based filter medium for filtering particulate matter
A filter medium for filtering matter from a fluid and the manufacture thereof are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a method may be performed by a filter medium for filtering particulate matter from a fluid. Further, the filter medium may include a nonwoven sliver formed into a predetermined shape and composed of first synthetic staple fibers having a first denier, second synthetic staple fibers having a second denier, and third synthetic staple fibers having a third denier. |
| US11896918B2 |
Composition supply method, composition, supply device, and composition filling method
The present disclosure provides a method for stably supplying a highly pure n-butylamine gas having a constant composition. The present disclosure is a composition supply method including: a filling step of filling a container with a composition containing n-butylamine in an amount of 99.5% by volume or more and isobutylamine in an amount of 0.001% by volume or more and 0.5% by volume or less; a warming step of warming the container filled with the composition to 50° C. or higher; and a gas supply step of supplying a gas containing n-butylamine and isobutylamine from the warmed container to a predetermined device. |
| US11896915B2 |
Puzzle with conductive path
System and method for additional amusement, entertaining and surprising visual or audible reward provided upon completing the reconstructing of a two-dimensional or three-dimensional jigsaw puzzle. The puzzle pieces include conductive pads connected by a conductor such as a wire, a metallic strip or a conductive paint, so that upon assembling the puzzle, the pads are in contact to form a continuous conductive path. The frame or the puzzle pieces include a battery (or an AC adapter) and a visual or audible signaling device operating upon sensing the continuity of the conductive path. Each of the puzzle pieces may include three or more conductive pads, allowing for the forming two or more isolated or connected distinct conductive paths. The conductive path can further affect a time measurement and its related display for timing the puzzle solving. |
| US11896912B2 |
Frame for a simulator
A frame for a simulator includes a support for pedals, a support for a manual control unit and a support for a seat, and at least two elongate frame parts extending on either side of the supports and connected thereto. The support for the manual control unit and the seat support are displaceable in longitudinal direction of the frame. The support for the manual control unit and the seat support can here be displaceable in opposite directions in order to form a space therebetween. A simulator comprising such a frame, where a seat is mounted on the seat support, a manual control unit is mounted on the support for the manual control unit, and pedals are mounted on the pedal support. |
| US11896906B2 |
System and method for creating an avatar
An avatar or avatar environment to visualize data may be provided within a social networking system or service, for example as part of the Internet, and/or within a desktop widget, panel, gadget, or the like. The avatar may further evolve or alter its appearance, animation, or other visual or audio characteristics in response to the data or other input such as athletic activity performed by a corresponding user. In particular, the avatar of an embodiment may respond to and provide visualization of athletic or sport performance data. |
| US11896894B2 |
Control method and apparatus for handle control, and head mounted display
Examples are disclosed that relate to controlling of a handle controller in the technical field of virtual reality. In an example, the handle controller includes a handle body and a plurality of light-emitting units coupled to the surface of the handle body, and a method includes: acquiring tracking information obtained by tracking the handle controller in a first time period, wherein the tracking information includes: pose information, position information and acceleration; predicting the motion information of the handle controller in a second time period according to the tracking information, wherein the second time period is located after the first time period; and adjusting the parameter values of light-emitting parameters of the plurality of light-emitting units in the second time period according to the motion information. |
| US11896893B2 |
Information processing device, control method of information processing device, and program
An information processing device obtains information regarding the position of each fingertip of a user in a real space, and determines contact between a virtual object set within a virtual space and a finger of the user. The information processing device sets the virtual object in a partly deformed state such that a part of the virtual object, the part corresponding to the position of the finger determined to be in contact with the object among the fingers of the user, is located more to a far side from a user side than the finger, and displays the virtual object having the shape set thereto as an image in the virtual space on a display device. |
| US11896891B2 |
Card-handling devices and related methods, assemblies, and components
Card-handling devices may include a card-shuffling apparatus, a card output portion, and/or a card input portion. The card input portion may include a card rotation device. The card rotation device may be configured to receive and rotate cards about a minor axis of the cards. The card-handling device may include a card-shuffling apparatus including a carousel having at least one hundred compartments each configured to hold between one and ten cards and arranged radially about the carousel. The card-handling device may be positioned at a gaming structure with a playing surface. The card-handling device may include a card output portion for receiving shuffled cards from the card-shuffling apparatus. The card output portion may be configured to receive the cards where major faces of the playing cards are oriented in a plane substantially transverse to the playing surface. |
| US11896887B2 |
Cooperation system between a wheelchair and exercisers
A cooperation system between a wheelchair and exercisers, allows both a control of the wheelchair's positioning and a locking thereof in a position for the gym exercise, the whole easily controllable by the user, without external aid, and on this regard it comprises: at least a magnetic hooking plate, fastened with respect to the exerciser with a predetermined spatial correlation; extensible magnetic means aboard a wheelchair, extending therefrom to said at least a hooking plate, by determining a mutual positioning between wheelchair and exerciser, suitable to perform exercises; and means for driving said extensible magnetic means aboard a wheelchair, which can be actuated by the wheelchair's user in seated position from an unlocking position to a locking position and vice versa. |
| US11896886B1 |
Golf putting practice device
A golf putting practice device may include a main wall. A ball bias assembly may be provided in the main wall. The ball bias assembly may include an assembly housing. A ball opening may be provided in the assembly housing. A practice golf ball may be provided in the assembly housing. The practice golf ball may be disposable in a pre-strike position in which the practice golf ball protrudes through the ball opening and a retracted strike position in which the practice golf ball is at least partially recessed in the ball opening. A ball return spring may normally bias the practice golf ball in the pre-strike position. At least one side wall may extend from the main wall. The side wall or walls may be operable to support the main wall in an upright position on the support surface. |
| US11896884B2 |
Systems and methods for evaluating player performance
Systems and methods relating to evaluating the performance of a person playing basketball are described. The systems and methods can be used to provide an evaluation sequence that can determine and evaluate the performance level of a person at one or more basketball skills. The evaluation sequence for the person can include a first sequence of actions that are the same each person being evaluated for a particular skill and a second sequence of actions that is based on the results of the first sequence and may be different for each person. Once the first and second sequences have been completed by the person, the system can determine a performance level for the person for the skills being evaluated. |
| US11896880B2 |
Ultra high stiffness putter shaft
A golf club shaft used with putter type club heads for making a putting stroke on the green of a golf course is made from high-modulus fibers which results in an ultra-high stiffness putter shaft with high frequency, low tip deflection, and high torsional and bending rigidity. The ultra-high stiffness putter shaft prevents unwanted face twisting during the impact of a golf ball during a putting stroke, allowing for greater putt accuracy. |
| US11896878B2 |
Computer trackable football, system and method of manufacturing
A ball includes a ball body and a light system including integrated infrared (IR) light-emitting-diodes (LEDs). In accordance with a disclosed embodiment, the ball is a football and is adapted for use in conjunction with virtual reality (VR) systems. |
| US11896876B2 |
Modular attachable airbag compartments for whole-body avalanche protection system
In one example, an airbag attachment unit (AAU) includes a body that defines an airbag compartment, an airbag disposed in the airbag compartment and configured to be selectively deployed from the airbag compartment, a closure mechanism configured to releasably close the airbag compartment, a tube at least partly disposed within the airbag compartment and connected to the airbag, and the tube having a quick-connect coupling mechanism configured to mate with a corresponding element of an airbag inflation system, and a portion of an attachment mechanism connected to the body and configured to releasably engage a corresponding portion of an attachment mechanism of an article of clothing such that the airbag attachment unit is detachably connectible to an exterior of the article of clothing. |
| US11896875B1 |
Dynamic motion force sensor module
A torque measurement system and method for providing real time tracking and motor control for adjusting standard and dynamic torque-to-linear forces in an electromechanical motor. The system includes sensors for measuring data, load wedges affixed to a rotor, a slip bearing for measuring forward and reverse forces of the rotor section, a tracking measurement unit adapted to measure raw data, a wireless radio, an internal processor, and a tracking processing unit. |
| US11896873B2 |
Cardiovascular exercise device, system and method
A cardiovascular exercise device is provided. The cardiovascular exercise device is for use to administer an exercise program including shuttle runs. The cardiovascular exercise device includes: a tower placeable at a first location; a user input associated with the tower; a pacing bar arranged to display a target pace of a user for a shuttle run of a track distance from the first location; and a processor configured to operate an exercise program. The administration of the exercise program includes the steps of: receiving a signal from the user input; defining a repetition as the time between subsequent signals from the user input; and indicating pacing information to the user based upon this signal. |
| US11896866B2 |
Clamp device for being secured to a bar
A clamp device for being secured to a bar includes an outer sleeve having an inner surface defining an annular recess and an inner sleeve received by the outer sleeve having a channel that extends between an inner and outer surface of the inner sleeve. A resilient ring and a rigid ring are disposed within the channel of the inner sleeve. The outer sleeve is axially movable relative to the inner sleeve between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the annular recess is axially aligned with the channel and the rigid member is disposed in the annular recess. In the second position, the annular recess is axially displaced from the channel such that the outer sleeve displaces the rigid member and the resilient ring axially away from the outer sleeve thereby compressing the clamp device to the bar received by the inner sleeve. |
| US11896857B2 |
Personal air purifying respirator
A respirator includes a head unit configured to be received on a human head and a purifying unit configured to provide purified air to the head unit. The purifying unit includes a first housing portion having an interior side defining a blower cavity, an exterior side defining a partial filter chamber with a filter sealing surface, and an inlet hole circumscribed by the sealing surface and extending between the interior and exterior sides. A second housing portion has an interior side defining a blower cavity. The first and second housings are attached to each other to form a housing such that the blower cavities are opposite each other to define a blower chamber within the housing. A blower is disposed in the blower chamber. A filter covers over the inlet hole and is disposed against the sealing surface such that air entering the hole passes through the filter. |
| US11896853B2 |
Transrectal ultrasound probe for boiling histotripsy ablation of prostate, and associated systems and methods
Transrectal ultrasound probe for boiling histotripsy ablation of prostate are presented herein. In one embodiment, a method for a transrectal ultrasound treatment uses high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU). The method includes: generating a boiling histotripsy (BH) therapy ultrasound by a therapy transducer in a frequency range of 1 MHz to 2.8 MHz and a surface intensity range of 10 W/cm2 to 80 W/cm2. The therapy transducer may be about 50 mm long and about 35 mm wide. The method also includes applying the therapy ultrasound by directing ultrasound pulses having ultrasound shock waves to a target tissue at a focal depth of 2.5 cm to 5.5 cm; generating at least one μm-scale vapor bubble at a target region; growing the at least one vapor bubble to at least one mm-scale bubble; and mechanically disintegrating a surrounding tissue by interactions between mm-scale bubbles and the ultrasound shock waves within a pulse. |
| US11896848B2 |
Methods for setup corrections in radiation therapy
Disclosed herein are methods for patient setup and registration for the irradiation of target tissue regions. A method for positioning a patient for radiation therapy may include acquiring an image of a first patient target region and a second patient target region. A first set of patient position-shift vectors may be calculated based on the acquired image and a treatment planning image of the first patient target region. A second set of patient position-shift vectors may be calculated based on the acquired image, a treatment planning image of the second patient target region, and the first set of patient position-shift vectors. The patient may be positioned according to the first set of patient position-shift vectors in a first location. The patient may be moved to a second location and positioned according to the second set of patient position-shift vectors. |
| US11896847B2 |
Adversarial prediction of radiotherapy treatment plans
Systems and methods are disclosed for generating radiotherapy treatment machine parameters based on projection images of a target anatomy. The systems and methods include operations including receiving a set of pairs of image data for each gantry angle of a radiotherapy treatment machine, wherein each pair of the set of pairs comprises a given projection image that represents a view of an anatomy of a subject from a given gantry angle and a given graphical aperture image of multi-leaf collimator (MLC) leaf positions at the given gantry angle based on the given projection image; training a generative adversarial network (GAN) model based on the set of pairs of image data for each gantry angle; and using the trained GAN model to predict an aperture image of MLC leaf positions for a desired gantry angle based on a projection image that represents a view of an anatomical region of interest. |
| US11896845B2 |
Temporally feathered radiation therapy
The effects of acute toxicity from a radiation procedure can be reduced without altering the radiation dose. Instead, a radiation procedure can be weighted to deliver certain amounts of radiation per day through temporal feathering. A target volume for a radiation procedure can be determined based on at least one image. The radiation procedure includes a total dose of radiation to be administered in a time period. An organ outside of the target volume at risk of acute toxicity from the radiation procedure can be determined based on the at least one image. A sequence plan that ensures the total dose of radiation is administered in the time period can be calculated. The sequence plan includes one day of a high fractional dose of radiation and four days of a low fractional dose of radiation. The sequence accomplishes temporal feathering of the radiation therapy procedure. |
| US11896841B2 |
Photo-thermal targeted treatment system with integrated pre-conditioning, and automatic triggering of photo-thermal targeted treatment via measurement of skin surface temperature and associated methods
A photo-thermal targeted treatment system for damaging a target embedded in a medium includes a controller and a photo-thermal treatment unit including a light source. The controller is configured for administering a treatment protocol using the light source at a preset power setting and a preset pulse timing setting. Also, a method for automatically initiating a treatment protocol using a photo-thermal targeted treatment system includes administering a cooling mechanism at a treatment location, monitoring a skin surface temperature at the treatment location and, when the skin surface temperature reaches a preset threshold, automatically initiating the photo-thermal treatment protocol. Further, a method for automatically terminating a treatment protocol using includes, during administration of the treatment protocol at a treatment area, monitoring a skin surface temperature at the treatment location, and when the skin surface temperature reaches a preset threshold, automatically terminating the treatment protocol. |
| US11896839B2 |
Systems and methods for suppressing and treating atrial fibrillation and atrial tachycardia
Disclosed herein are implantable medical devices and systems, and methods for used therewith, that selectively perform atrial overdrive pacing while an intrinsic atrial rate of a patient is within a specified range. Such a method can involve measuring intervals between a plurality of intrinsic atrial depolarizations that occur during a specified period, and classifying intrinsic atrial activity as stable or unstable based on the measured intervals. In response to classifying the intrinsic atrial activity as stable, atrial overdrive pacing is performed. In response to classifying the intrinsic atrial rate as unstable, atrial overdrive pacing is not performed (i.e., is abstained from being performed). Over time, effectiveness of performing atrial overdrive pacing using various different atrial interval shorting deltas are recorded in a log and updated, and the log is used to determine a preferred rate at which to perform atrial overdrive pacing for various different measured intervals. |
| US11896830B2 |
Sealed package and method of forming same
Various embodiments of a hermetically-sealed package and a method of forming such package are disclosed. The package includes a housing that extends along a housing axis between a first end and a second end, where the housing includes first and second opaque portions and a transparent portion disposed between the first and second opaque portions. The first opaque portion is hermetically sealed to a first end of the transparent portion and the second opaque portion is hermetically sealed to a second end of the transparent portion. At least one of the first and second opaque portions is hermetically sealed to the transparent portion by a weld ring. The package further includes a power source disposed within the housing, and an inductive coil disposed at least partially within the transparent portion of the housing and electrically connected to the power source. |
| US11896829B2 |
Network-accessible data about patient with wearable cardiac defibrillator system
A data file system includes one or more files about a patient wearing a wearable cardiac defibrillator (WCD) system that has been assigned to them. The one or more files contain at least one patient identifier of the patient, compliance data about a history of the patient's wearing the WCD system, and possibly other data. The data file system can be accessed through a communication network when the patient uses a communication device. When so accessed, some of the contents can be viewed on a screen of the device, for example in the form of a website. In embodiments, the health care provider and friends and family can view such data and even enter inputs, which may create a situation that motivates the patient to comply better. |
| US11896827B2 |
Microcurrent device and method for the treatment of visual disease
An electrotherapeutic device for treating a visual disease using microcurrent stimulation is provided. The device includes a signal generator in which a waveform controller digitally controls a waveform signal source so as to generate a waveform in which one or more waveform parameters (e.g., pulse width, pulse period, pulse position, pulse coding, peak current amplitude, duty cycle, and/or pulse shape) are varied in accordance with a protocol for treating a visual disease. The device also includes an applicator connected to the signal generator and configured to apply the waveform to at least one stimulation point within an eye region. |
| US11896826B1 |
Systems, devices and methods for caloric vestibular stimulation
An in-ear stimulation device for administering caloric stimulation to the ear canal of a subject includes a frame defining a perimeter and having a center region, at least one tensioning member in the center region of the frame and being held by the frame, and an earpiece connected to the tensioning member in the center region of the frame. The frame is configured to generally rest on a head and around an ear of the subject such that the earpiece is positioned in the ear canal of the subject and the tensioning member exerts a force on the earpiece toward the ear canal of the subject. |
| US11896824B2 |
Method for neuromodulation treatment of low urinary tract dysfunction
The present disclosure provides a method for a neuromodulation treatment of a low urinary tract dysfunction. The neuromodulation method comprises attaching at least one active electrode to at least one leg of the patient in the back of the knee area in an expected location of a peroneal nerve of the at least one leg. Attaching a grounding electrode to the patient's body. Generating electrical pulses by a pulse generator connected to the at least one active electrode and the grounding electrode. Controlling via a control unit a flow of the generated electrical pulses to the at least one active electrode and stimulating by the at least one active electrode the peroneal nerve of the at least one leg of the patient. |
| US11896822B2 |
Gait-correcting systems to prevent degenerative disease of joints and ligaments in dogs
The present invention relates to devices and methods useful in training dogs how to control the muscles involved in rotation of the tibia in order to reduce the risk of cranial cruciate rupture. The invention has further applications in training dogs to increase abduction of the hind limbs to avoid hip dysplasia, as well as abduction of the front limbs to avoid elbow dysplasia. |
| US11896820B2 |
Apparatus and method for positioning, implanting and using a stimulation lead
An introducing device for locating a tissue region and deploying an electrode is shown and described. The introducing device may include an outer sheath. An inner sheath may be disposed within the outer sheath. The inner sheath may be configured to engage an implantable electrode. In an example, the inner sheath may comprise a stimulation probe having an uninsulated portion at or near a distal end of the delivery sheath. The outer sheath may be coupled to a power source or stimulation signal generating circuitry at a proximal end. A clinician may control application of the stimulation signal to a tissue region via the outer sheath. |
| US11896819B2 |
Spinal cord stimulation systems, methods, and devices
Disclosed herein are various spinal cord stimulation devices with thin film components, including a device having a flexible section disposed along a length of the elongate lead body of the device. Other stimulation devices have a flexible section disposed within the electrode body of the device. Further devices include both a flexible section disposed within the elongate lead body and a flexible section disposed within the electrode body of the device. |
| US11896818B2 |
Systems and methods for therapeutic nasal treatment
The invention provides a device for treating at least one of rhinitis, congestion, and/or rhinorrhea to thereby reduce or eliminate symptoms associated therewith, including, but not limited to, coughing, sneezing, nasal or throat irritation and itching, and difficulty sleeping. The device includes an elongate body, a retractable and expandable multi-segment end effector, and handle, that, as a whole, provide a high level of precise control and feedback to an operator during a procedure. The elongate body includes an electrode array provided along a length thereof configured to deliver energy to specific target sites within the nasal passage and nasal cavity in conjunction with neuromodulation provided by the multi-segment end effector. |
| US11896817B2 |
Automated deep brain stimulation system tuning
A method, apparatus, and system for controlling a deep brain stimulation system. Internal sensor data is received for a group of internal parameters that relate to an operation of the deep brain stimulation system. The internal sensor data is generated by an internal sensor system. External sensor data is received for a group of external parameters for an environment around the device. The external sensor data is generated by an external sensor system. The internal sensor data and the external sensor data are analyzed with aggregated internal sensor data and aggregated external sensor data for deep brain stimulation systems of a same class as the deep brain stimulation system to generate results. An operation of the device is controlled based on the results. |
| US11896816B2 |
Device and method for unattended treatment of a patient
An unattended approach can increase the reproducibility and safety of the treatment as the chance of over/under treating of a certain area is significantly decreased. On the other hand, unattended treatment of uneven or rugged areas can be challenging in terms of maintaining proper distance or contact with the treated tissue, mostly on areas which tend to differ from patient to patient (e.g. facial area). Delivering energy via a system of active elements embedded in a flexible pad adhesively attached to the skin offers a possible solution. The unattended approach may include delivering of multiple energies to enhance a visual appearance. |
| US11896815B2 |
Systems, apparatuses and methods for stabilizing a user's body during detected fall events
Apparatuses, systems, and methods for more accurate remote monitoring of a user's body to stabilize the user during fall events and to thereby prevent the user from falling. In some embodiments, a wearable device comprising a power source, one or more sensors configured to monitor a user's COG (COG), at least one plurality of electrodes, a communications interface and a control device is provided. The wearable device is configured to apply electrical pulses according to defined electrical pulse stimulation protocols via the electrodes to target muscle groups of the user's body, causing those target muscle groups to contract and thereby stabilize the user's body during a fall event. |
| US11896808B2 |
Smart vial adapter and method
A smart vial adapter is capable of measuring the dose of a drug that is withdrawn from a vial, measuring the time of a dose capture event, monitoring the vial temperature, measuring the amount of motion or perturbation the vial is subjected to, capturing various other parameters that can provide additional insights associated with the drug or the amount of the dose being drawn from the vial, and communicating the recorded information to a companion application on a computer, smartphone or other device. Related methods are also disclosed and claimed. |
| US11896805B2 |
Connected health platform including needle-free injector system
A needle-free injector system includes a needle-free injector configured to deploy a dose of a treatment to a patient as an injection event, a gyroscope configured to monitor an orientation of the needle-free injector during the injection event, and a processor configured to perform steps of detecting that an actuator of the needle-free injector has deployed the dose in the injection event, monitoring a signal from the gyroscope during the injection event, determining an orientation of the needle-free injector during the injection event based on the signal from the gyroscope, determining whether the injection event was a treatment event including a successful delivery of the dose to the patient based on the orientation of the needle-free injector during the injection event, and transmitting information regarding the injection event to a server. |
| US11896804B2 |
Insertion device for a biosensor and insertion method thereof
An insertion device includes an upper casing, an insertion module and a lower casing. The insertion module is disposed in the upper casing, and includes a main body assembly, an insertion seat, a first elastic member, a retraction seat and a second elastic member. When the upper casing is depressed, the insertion seat is driven by the first elastic member to perform an automatic-insertion operation, such that limiting structure between the insertion seat and the retraction seat collapses upon the collapse of another limiting structure between the insertion seat and the main body assembly, and that the retraction seat is driven by the second elastic member to perform an automatic-retraction operation. |
| US11896800B2 |
Enhanced cancer immunotherapy by microneedle patch-assisted delivery
Disclosed herein are self-degradable microneedle devices for the controlled-release of an immunotherapeutic agent. Also disclosed are methods for treating a disease (for example, cancer) using a self-degradable microneedle patch for the sustained delivery of an immunotherapeutic agent (for example, a PD1 antibody). |
| US11896799B2 |
System and method for detecting presence of an infusion cartridge in an infusion pump
Infusion devices, systems, and methods can for detecting a presence or an absence of an infusion cartridge in an infusion pump. Embodiments may include a loading sequence, recording loading pulse width modulation (PWM) commands applied to an infusion pump motor during the loading sequence, setting a value of threshold PWM commands based on the loading PWM commands applied during the loading sequence and comparing values of operational PWM commands applied during pumping operations to the value of the threshold PWM commands. If the values of the operational PWM commands drops below the value of the threshold PWM commands by a predetermined amount, a missing infusion cartridge warning may be generated. |
| US11896797B2 |
Pen cap for insulin injection pens and associated methods and systems
One or more embodiments of the disclosure relate, generally, to a pen cap for a manual insulin delivery device. Such a pen cap may include a wireless communication interface, a detection circuit, a user interface, and a processor and memory. The detection circuit may be configured to detect cappings and decappings of the pen cap from a manual insulin delivery device. Timing information and recommendations related to capping and decapping of the pen cap may be presented to a user. |
| US11896796B2 |
Disposable intravenous (IV) set with flow control valve
A retrograde disposable intravenous (IV) set is disclosed. The IV set includes a diverter housing between upper and lower portions of a fluid line, the diverter housing including a lower end and an upper end extending away from the lower end and the fluid line to a syringe port located in the upper end, and a diverter member within the diverter housing and configured to move within the diverter housing from a first position, at which a first opening through the diverter member forms a first fluid pathway between the upper portion and the lower portion of the fluid line, to a second position, at which the first fluid pathway is blocked and a second fluid pathway is formed between the upper portion of the fluid line and a syringe port. Retrograde infusion may occur when the diverter member is in the second position. |
| US11896793B2 |
On-body microsensor for biomonitoring
A microsensor and method of manufacture for a microsensor, comprising an array of filaments, wherein each filament of the array of filaments comprises a substrate and a conductive layer coupled to the substrate and configured to facilitate analyte detection. Each filament of the array of filaments can further comprise an insulating layer configured to isolate regions defined by the conductive layer for analyte detection, a sensing layer coupled to the conductive layer, configured to enable transduction of an ionic concentration to an electronic voltage, and a selective coating coupled to the sensing layer, configured to facilitate detection of specific target analytes/ions. The microsensor facilitates detection of at least one analyte present in a body fluid of a user interfacing with the microsensor. |
| US11896787B2 |
Anti-rotation catheter devices, systems, and methods
A catheter assembly may include a catheter hub and a catheter tube, which may extend distally from the catheter hub. The catheter assembly may include a push tab and one or more ribs extending outwardly from an upper portion of the catheter hub. The ribs may be shorter in height than the push tab and proximal to the push tab. A needle assembly may include a needle hub, an introducer needle extending distally from the needle hub and through the catheter tube, and a grip coupled to the needle hub. The grip may include a face disposed outwardly from the push tab and the ribs. A grip of a user may contact the push tab, the ribs, and the face to reduce rotation between the catheter hub and the needle hub in response to distal advancement of the catheter hub. |
| US11896783B2 |
Catheter housing
A catheter housing device for securing a catheter and needle assembly to a patient. The device can include a cover, an IV/catheter lock, a hub, and one or more fastening straps. The device can replace conventional devices and techniques for securing a catheter and needle to a patient that utilize adhesive materials and/or methods, which are ill-equipped to solve complications including infection/contamination of the insertion site, irritation/damage to the vein or insertion site due to inappropriate angling of the catheter/needle, etc. The devices and methods disclosed herein can provide catheter/needle securement and optimal inclination, a hermetically sealed chamber to resist infection and/or contamination, inert gas or soothing anesthetic vapor drugs in and around the device, and various skin-contacting layers and structures that promote ventilation and patient comfort in and around the insertion site. |
| US11896782B2 |
Priming and tunneling system for a retrograde catheter assembly
Disclosed herein are catheter assemblies and methods thereof that address various aspects of at least the retrograde tunneling technique. The catheter assemblies include, but are not limited to, catheter assemblies configured for vascular access, catheter assemblies configured for priming, catheter assemblies configured for tunneling, and mechanisms for connecting catheter tubes to their respective catheter assemblies. The methods include, but are not limited to, priming, tunneling, and connecting catheter tubes to their respective catheter assemblies. |
| US11896781B2 |
Actuating elements for bending medical devices
A medical device includes: an elongated tube having a wall defining a lumen for the elongated tube, wherein the wall of the elongated tube comprises a first opening; and a first actuating element coupled directly or indirectly to the wall of the elongated tube; wherein at least a part of the first actuating element and the first opening of the wall are located at a same longitudinal position with respect to a longitudinal axis of the elongated tube; and wherein the first actuating element is configured to change size to induce stress and/or displacement at the wall of the elongated tube to cause the elongated tube to bend. |
| US11896779B2 |
MRI compatible ablation catheter system incorporating directional high-intensity ultrasound for treatment
A magnetic resonance compatible catheter. The catheter incorporates directional high intensity ultrasound. The catheter may include imaging coils visible through magnetic resonance imaging. The location and placement of the catheter may be controlled by steering wires within lumen in the catheter guided by the location information from the magnetic resonance imaging. |
| US11896777B2 |
Dynamic walled tubing
Methods and devices described for improved dynamic walled tubing and catheters. |
| US11896772B2 |
Heating arrangements for humidification systems
An electrically conductive plastic (ECP) material can be used to heat water in a reservoir of a respiratory humidifier to encourage heating and/or humidification of gases passing through the respiratory humidifier. The electrically conductive plastic material can at least in part overmould the base and/or walls of the chamber and/or the reservoir of the respiratory humidifier. The reservoir can also partially or fully be formed from the electrically conductive plastic material. |
| US11896766B2 |
Methods, systems and devices for non-invasive ventilation with gas delivery nozzles in free space
A system for reducing airway obstructions of a patient may include a ventilator, a control unit, a gas delivery circuit with a proximal end in fluid communication with the ventilator and a distal end in fluid communication with a nasal interface, and a nasal interface. The nasal interface may include at least one jet nozzle, and at least one spontaneous respiration sensor in communication with the control unit for detecting a respiration effort pattern and a need for supporting airway patency. The system may be open to ambient. The control unit may determine more than one gas output velocities. The more than one gas output velocities may be synchronized with different parts of a spontaneous breath effort cycle, and a gas output velocity may be determined by a need for supporting airway patency. |
| US11896764B2 |
Respiratory mask having a magnetically supported cushion
A patient interface face contact element includes a surface for contacting the face of a patient and a connection face for coupling the patient interface face contact element to a support using a magnetic coupling. The support is also provided as well as the complete patient interface. Headgear strap clips can also be retained magnetically. |
| US11896758B2 |
E-vaping device with first-type consumable and second-type consumable
The e-vaping device includes a first housing, a chamber defined within the first housing, a first structure and a second structure that interface with the chamber, the first structure is configured to accept at least one first-type consumable within the chamber and the second structure is configured to receive at least one second-type consumable within the chamber. |
| US11896756B2 |
Negative pressure wound therapy instillation system
A system for delivering reduced pressure and irrigation fluid to a wound site. The system includes a primary pressure source for delivering reduced pressure through a first lumen, a secondary pressure source for delivering secondary pressure through a second lumen, and an irrigation fluid source. A valve system is operable to selectively couple the secondary pressure source to the second lumen for delivering the secondary pressure to a wound site and selectively couple the fluid source to the second lumen for delivering the irrigation fluid to the wound site. |
| US11896755B2 |
Chest drainage systems and methods
A chest drainage system including a collection device configured to receive fluid from the pleural cavity of a patient. A sensor is included to detect a pressure differential in the fluid. A display is configured to display a trend in occurrences of changes in pressure of the fluid over time in predetermined time increments based on a number of detections of pressure differentials that exceed a predetermined pressure differential during each of the predetermined time increments. The trend is correlative to the percentage of time that the patient is deemed to have an air leak in the pleural cavity in the predetermined time increments. The trend is derived from a ratio of the quantity of respiratory cycles of the patient for which the predetermined pressure differential is detected (QRCleak) in the predetermined time increments to the total quantity of respiratory cycles of the patient in respective predetermined time increments (QRCtotal). |
| US11896749B2 |
Blood treatment systems
Dialyzer systems can consolidate multiple technologies and functionalities of blood treatment systems in a significantly integrated fashion. For example, this disclosure describes dialyzer systems that include a magnetically driven and magnetically levitating pump rotor integrated into the dialyzer. Such a dialyzer can be used with treatment modules that include a magnetic field-generating pump drive unit. In some embodiments, the dialyzers include pressure sensor chambers with flexible membranes with which corresponding pressure transducers of the treatment modules can interface to detect arterial and/or venous pressures. |
| US11896746B2 |
Blood component collection cassette and manufacturing method of the same
A blood component collection cassette that can trap a foreign object such as a blood-coagulated clot from blood components to be returned to a blood donor and a manufacturing method of the blood component collection cassette are provided.A sheet-shaped filter member (60) is arranged on a flow path (42) in a cassette main body (40) of a blood component collection cassette (28). A first tube (66) and a second tube (68) are arranged in the cassette main body (40). An inner space (51) of a filter housing unit (54a) is separated by the filter member (60) into a first space (51a) on the side of the first tube (66) and a second space (51b) on the side of the second tube (68). |
| US11896745B2 |
Deodorization module and storage device including deodorization module
A deodorization module includes a housing having a bar securing member and a substrate securing member, and formed of a reflective material, wherein each of the bar securing member and the substrate securing member protrudes inward from an inner side surface of the housing and has a groove. A photocatalyst bar is disposed such that air introduced into the housing passes through the photocatalyst bar. A light source module including a light source substrate and an ultraviolet (UV) light source is disposed on a first surface of the light source substrate, wherein the light source module is configured to emit light toward the photocatalyst bar. An external guide protrudes outward around an outer periphery of the housing. |
| US11896744B2 |
Cartridge with vapour permeable membrane, in particular for volatile substances such as insecticides and fragrances
Cartridge for volatile substances in the liquid state, such as insecticides or fragrances, of the type including a tray-shaped container closed on one side with a multilayer film, said multilayer film consisting of at least one internal vapour permeable membrane and one external vapour barrier layer. Directing/assisting means are provided, adapted to direct/assist the removal of just a first portion of the external vapour barrier layer—in the form of notches, weakening lines or strengthening lines—along a desired partition line, for cartridge activation. |
| US11896742B2 |
Compositions and devices incorporating water-insoluble therapeutic agents and methods of the use thereof
Various aspects of the present invention provide compositions and implantable devices including a water-insoluble therapeutic agent solubilized in a matrix of a gallate-containing compound. Other aspects provide methods of manufacturing and using such compositions and devices. |
| US11896740B2 |
Water-soluble salt particle containing compositions and porous materials made therefrom
Compositions for forming porous materials and three-dimensional objects, including fibers, films and coatings made from the materials are provided. Also provided are methods for forming the porous objects from the compositions. The compositions include a solvent, a polymer binder that is soluble in the solvent, and solid particles that are insoluble in the solvent. The solid particles include water-soluble salt particles that can be selectively dissolved from objects made from the compositions to render the resulting structures porous. |
| US11896739B2 |
Antimicrobial wraps for medical implants
Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided. |
| US11896733B2 |
Apparatuses, methods, and compositions for the treatment and prophylaxis of chronic wounds
According to an illustrative embodiment a method to promote healing of a wound is provided comprising contacting the wound with a biologically active composition comprising a lipoic acid derivative and gelatin. In another embodiment a wound dressing is provided comprising a scaffold coated with a biologically active composition comprising a lipoic acid derivative. In a further embodiment, a system is provided for treating a tissue site of a patient, the system comprising a reduced-pressure source to supply reduced pressure, a manifold to distribute reduced pressure to a tissue site and a scaffold coated with a biologically active composition comprising a lipoic acid derivative. Methods for producing such a system and scaffold are also disclosed. |
| US11896732B2 |
Compacted hemostatic cellulosic aggregates
The present invention is directed to a hemostatic material comprising a compacted, hemostatic aggregates of cellulosic fibers. In some aspects, the hemostatic material further includes additives, such as carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) or other polysaccharides, calcium salts, anti-infective agents, hemostasis promoting agents, gelatin, collagen, or combinations thereof. In another aspect, the present invention is directed to a method of making the hemostatic materials described above by compacting a cellulosic-based material into hemostatic aggregates. In another aspect, the present invention is directed to a method of treating a wound by applying hemostatic materials described above onto and/or into the wound of a patient. |
| US11896728B2 |
Techniques for directing ultraviolet energy towards a moving surface
An ultraviolet (“UV”) emission device may emit energy towards a movable surface of a conveyor system. A housing of the UV emission device may attach to a frame of the conveyor system. A lateral edge of the housing may extend across the moveable surface. The housing and a portion of the moveable surface may be inclined with respect to the frame. A barrier bracket of the UV emission device may support an absorptive barrier along the lateral edge, the absorptive barrier configured to contact the moveable surface. In a first position of the barrier bracket, the absorptive barrier contacts the moveable surface and the barrier bracket activates an interlock switch. In a second position of the barrier bracket, the barrier bracket deactivates the interlock switch. Responsive to deactivation of the interlock switch, a controller may provide a control signal to decrease power to the UV energy emission element. |
| US11896726B1 |
Interactive ultraviolet decontamination system
Provided herein are various enhanced techniques for ultraviolet decontamination via emission of ultraviolet radiation and tracking emission exposure. An example method includes obtaining an emission characteristic for a radiation source. The method also includes capturing a depth map of a scene comprised of one or more objects and processing the depth map and an emission characteristic to determine an indication of exposure levels of the one or more objects to radiation emitted by the radiation source. An exposure visualization is generated based at least on the indication of exposure levels and displaying the exposure visualization. |
| US11896722B2 |
Methods and compositions particularly for treatment of attention deficit disorder
There is described, inter alia, a coated bead comprising: (a) a granule; (b) a first layer coated over the granule, the first layer comprising a first amount of an active pharmaceutical ingredient comprising a central nervous system stimulant; and (c) a second layer coated over the first layer, the second layer being present in an amount sufficient to substantially delay release of the active pharmaceutical ingredient in the first layer until after the coated bead reaches a distal intestine portion of a subject to whom the coated bead is administered; and (d) the third layer coated over the second layer, the third layer comprising a second amount of the active pharmaceutical ingredient, the third layer being configured to permit substantially immediate release of the active pharmaceutical ingredient comprised therein. Embodiments related to a solid oral pharmaceutical composition are also described. |
| US11896720B2 |
Orally available articles containing at least one stabilized supplement therein
The present disclosure relates to orally available stabilized supplement-containing articles (e.g., softgels). The stabilized supplement may be a probiotic, and may contain a stabilizing component derived from chocolate. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making such stabilized articles. |
| US11896719B2 |
Pharmaceutical compositions
The present invention provides for a method of treatment of IgA nephropathy, which method comprises: (i) identifying a pharmaceutically acceptable composition intended to treat IgA nephropathy comprising budesonide and one or more pharmaceutically-acceptable excipients that provide for a modified release of said budesonide after administration to the gastrointestinal tract, which composition fulfils the following requirements in a standard in vitro USP<711>/Ph.Eur. 2.9.3 dissolution test using a dissolution apparatus according to Apparatus 2 (Paddle Apparatus) of said test; (a) the composition fulfils the requirement that no more than about 10% of the budesonide is released into the dissolution medium within about 120 minutes, when the dissolution medium is aqueous and has a pH of about 1.2; (b) the composition fulfils the requirement that no more than about 10% of the budesonide is released into a pharmaceutically-relevant dissolution medium within about 30 minutes; and (c) the composition fulfils the requirement that at least about 70% of the budesonide is released into the pharmaceutically-relevant dissolution medium within about 120 minutes; (ii) wherein the method comprises the step of administering said composition to a patient with IgA nephropathy in need of said treatment. |
| US11896717B2 |
Sustained-release dosage forms of ruxolitinib
The present invention relates to sustained-release formulations and dosage forms of ruxolitinib, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which are useful in the treatment of Janus kinase-associated diseases such as myeloproliferative disorders. |
| US11896716B2 |
Method for the formulation of oil-soluble substances, and powders obtainable thereof
The invention relates to a new method for the formulation of oily substances, and to powders and solid dosage forms obtainable thereof. The process comprises a step of spray-drying of an oil-in-water emulsion comprising an octenyl succinate starch and a maltodextrin. |
| US11896712B2 |
Method for treating a metabolite toxicopathy
The present invention is directed to a liposome composition for use in the peritoneal dialysis of patients suffering from endogenous or exogenous toxicopathies, wherein the pH within the liposomes differs from the pH in the intraperitoneal cavity and wherein the pH within the liposome results in a liposome-encapsulated charged toxin. The invention also relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising said liposomes. A further aspect of the present invention relates to a method of treating patients suffering from endogenous or exogenous toxicopathies, preferably selected from drug, metabolite, pesticide, insecticide, toxin, and chemical warfare toxicopathies, more preferably hyperammonemia, comprising the step of administering liposomes of the invention in a therapeutically effective amount into the peritoneal space of a patient in need thereof. Next to human, the present invention is particularly suitable to veterinary aspects. |
| US11896711B2 |
Process of making nanoemulsion
The disclosure provides a nanoemulsion including an oil phase containing at least one cannabinoid and a water phase; wherein at least one of the oil phase and the water phase includes one or more emulsifying agents; and wherein the zeta potential of the nanoemulsion is less than about −10 mV. Further provided are processes for preparing such nanoemulsions. |
| US11896708B2 |
Synergistic antioxidant cosmetic composition containing at least one hydroxytyrosol and at least one sulforaphane
This invention illustrates a composition which has a high antioxidant power in cosmetic products. The composition includes a combination of two critical ingredients, originating from two natural superfood products: olive and kale. This current technology utilizes the sprout of kale, instead of the whole plant, as one ingredient. In the perspective of olive extract, it is either in the form of a concentrated liquid syrup of olive tree and leaf, which is enriched with natural polyphenols, especially with high content of hydroxytyrosol, or in the form of pure liquid hydroxytyrosol. An enhanced antioxidant power is observed when incorporating the kale sprouts together with the olive leaf extract. |
| US11896701B2 |
Method for dyeing keratin material, comprising the use of an organic C1-C6 alkoxy silane and tannic acid
The subject of the present disclosure is a process for dyeing keratinous material, in particular human hair. The process includes applying a first composition (A) to the keratinous material. The first composition includes (A1) one or more organic C1-C6 alkoxysilanes and/or condensation products thereof, and (A2) at least one colorant compound selected from the group of pigments and direct dyes. A second composition (B) is applied to the keratinous material. The second composition (B) includes (B1) Tannic acid. |
| US11896700B2 |
Process for treating keratin fibers using an anhydrous composition comprising a compound of azomethine type comprising two pyrazolopyridine units and an aqueous composition
The subject of the present invention is a process for treating keratin fibers using an anhydrous dye composition comprising at least one compound of azomethine type comprising two pyrazolopyridine units of formula (I) or (II) and an aqueous composition. The invention also relates to a kit comprising an anhydrous dyeing composition and an aqueous composition. |
| US11896697B2 |
Composition for keratin fibers
The present invention relates to a composition for reshaping keratin fibers with heat, comprising: (a) at least one organic alkaline agent having a pKa value of from 8.0 to 13.5; and (b) at least one polymeric thickener, (c) at least one organic acidic agent having pKa value of less than 3.5, and/or (d) at least one alkaline agent; wherein the composition has a pH of from 8.0 to 12, preferably from 8.5 to 11.5, and more preferably from 9.0 to 11.0. The composition according to the present invention is preferably a cosmetic composition, for keratin fibers, such as hair, and can be used for a process for reshaping the keratin fibers with heat. The composition according to the present invention can provide the keratin fibers with a sufficient reshaping efficiency such as strong wave intensity of the curled keratin fibers and good usability. |
| US11896695B2 |
Cosmetic compositions
According to the present invention there is provided composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion having a viscosity of between 15,000 cP (15 Pa-s) and 45,000 cP (45 Pa-s) at 23° C., having a pH of between 2 and 6 and comprising: (i) at least 1.6 wt. % of at least one cross-linked anionic polyelectrolyte resulting from the polymerisation of partially or completely salified 2-methyl 2-[(1-oxo 2-propenyl)amino]1-propane sulfonic acid, with at least one neutral monomer chosen from the N,N-dialkyl acrylamides, wherein each of the alkyl groups comprises between one and four carbon atoms, and at least one monomer of formula (B): wherein R represents a linear or branched alkyl radical comprising eight to twenty carbon atoms and n represents a number greater than or equal to one and less than or equal to twenty, in the presence of at least one cross-linking agent; (ii) at least 4 wt. % of at least one polysorbate; (iii) at least 0.1 wt. % of at least one polysaccharide gum; and (iv) between 6 wt. % and 30 wt. % water. The present invention also provides a composition as defined above obtainable by a process comprising the following steps: (a) in one vessel, homogenising the polysaccharide gum (iii) into the aqueous phase comprising the water at a temperature of between 60° C. and 90° C.; (b) in a vessel separate from that in (a), homogenising the cross-linked anionic polyelectrolyte (i) and the polysorbate (ii) into the oil phase at a temperature of between 60° C. and 90° C.; and (c) combining the ingredients of (a) with the ingredients of (b) through homogenisation at a temperature of between 60° C. and 90° C. |
| US11896693B2 |
Hair conditioner compositions with a preservative system containing sodium benzoate and glycols and/or glyceryl esters
A hair conditioner composition containing an aqueous carrier, a cationic surfactant, a high melting point fatty compound and an effective preservation system. The conditioner composition comprises a gel network. The preservation system contains sodium benzoate and a second composition selected from the group consisting of glycol, glyceryl ester, and combinations thereof. |
| US11896690B2 |
Elastomeric articles having skin care properties and methods for their production
The present application provides elastomeric articles that are able to deliver skin care properties to a person wearing or coming into contact with the article. The articles comprise an elastomeric film a plant stem cell material. The plant stem cell material may be in the form of a bilayer membrane-encapsulated plant stem cell material. The plant stem cell material may be present as a layer or coating on a surface of the elastomeric film. Also provided are methods for the production of the articles. |
| US11896688B2 |
W/O emulsion composition
A W/O emulsion composition having excellent storage stability under temperature cycle conditions is provided. A W/O emulsion composition including the following components (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E): (A) a glycerol monofatty acid ester having 12 to 26 carbon atoms; (B) a higher alcohol having 10 to 22 carbon atoms; (C) a ceramide; (D) one or more selected from the group consisting of sphingosine, a salt thereof and an ionic surfactant; and (E) a nonionic surfactant including the following (e1) and (e2): (e1) one or more selected from the group consisting of a crosslinked polyether-modified silicone and a crosslinked polyglycerol-modified silicone and (e2) one or more selected from the group consisting of a polyether-modified silicone, a polyglycerol-modified silicone and a polyglycerol fatty acid ester. |
| US11896679B2 |
Compositions and methods for the expression of CRISPR guide RNAs using the H1 promoter
The presently disclosed subject matter provides compositions and methods for the expression of CRISPR guide RNAs using the H1 promoter. In particular, compositions and methods are provided for the use of the H1 promoter to express CRISPR guide RNA (gRNA) with altered specificity of the 5′ nucleotide, as well as use of the H1 promoter sequence as a bidirectional promoter to express Cas9 nuclease and the gRNA simultaneously. Compositions and methods are also provided for the expression and regulation of gRNA expression in vivo through the use of RNA ribozymes and regulatable aptazymes. |
| US11896678B2 |
Compositions and methods for treatment of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARG) activated cancer
The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for the treatment of PPARG activated cancer. For example, the present disclosure provides PPARG signaling modulators for the treatment of bladder cancer. In particular, therapeutic and/or prophylactic compositions and uses of PPARG inverse-agonists are described. |
| US11896673B2 |
Glucose responsive insulin delivery compositions and methods
Disclosed herein is a glucose-responsive insulin delivery system based on the interaction between the glucose-modified insulin and glucose transporters (GLUTs) on erythrocytes (or red blood cells, RBCs). After being conjugated with glucose, insulin can efficiently bind to RBC membranes. The binding is reversible in the setting of hyperglycemia, resulting in fast release of insulin and subsequent drop of blood glucose (BG) level in vivo. In some embodiments, the delivery vehicle can include: 1) intravenously injectable polymeric nanoparticles (˜100 nm in diameter) coated with RBC membrane and loaded with glucose-modified insulin and/or 2) painless microneedle (MN) patches loaded with the complex of GLUT and glucose-modified insulin. |
| US11896669B2 |
Branched oligonucleotides
Provided herein are branched oligonucleotides exhibiting efficient and specific tissue distribution, cellular uptake, minimum immune response and off-target effects, without formulation. |
| US11896665B2 |
Human herpesvirus immunotherapy
An isolated protein comprises respective amino acid sequences of each of a plurality of CTL epitopes from two or more different herpesvirus antigens and further comprises an intervening amino acid or amino acid sequence between at least two of said CTL epitopes comprising proteasome liberation amino acids or amino acid sequences and, optionally, Transporter Associated with Antigen Processing recognition motifs. The isolated protein is capable of rapidly expanding human cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTL) in vitro and eliciting a CTL immune response in vivo upon administration to an animal as an exogenous protein. Typically, the isolated protein comprises no more than twenty (20) CTL epitopes derived from cytomegalovirus and/or Epstein-Barr virus antigens. |
| US11896663B2 |
Immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) mutant envelope proteins
Compositions and vaccine combinations containing synthetic HIV envelope proteins, and methods for inducing an immune response against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection are described. Viral expression vectors encoding the synthetic HIV envelope proteins can be used in the vaccine combinations to induce immune responses against HIV and provide improved protective immunity against HIV. |
| US11896660B1 |
Reducing hospitalization in elderly influenza vaccine recipients
Compared to an unadjuvanted vaccine, an adjuvanted influenza vaccine can reduce by almost a quarter the risk of hospitalization for respiratory illness (e.g. influenza and pneumonia) in elderly recipients. Thus the invention provides a method for immunizing an elderly subject by administering an adjuvanted influenza vaccine, whereby the subject's risk of hospitalization for respiratory illness (e.g. influenza and pneumonia) is reduced relative to an elderly subject who receives an unadjuvanted influenza vaccine. |
| US11896659B2 |
Porcine Circovirus Type 3 (PCV3) vaccines, and production and uses thereof
The present invention relates to the use of an immunogenic composition that comprises a porcine circovirus type 3 (PCV3) antigen for treatment of several clinical manifestations (diseases). Preferably, the clinical manifestations are associated with a PCV3 infection. |
| US11896651B2 |
Gene editing of deep intronic mutations
Provided herein are compositions, methods, kits, and viral particles for treating a disease or disorder associated with a deep intronic mutation using an engineered, non-naturally occurring Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR)-CRISPR associated (Cas) (CRISPR-Cas) system. In some aspects, provided herein is a self-limiting CRISPER-Cas system. |
| US11896647B2 |
Methods of treating cognitive impairment
The subject invention concerns materials and methods for treating a person or animal having cognitive impairment. In one embodiment, the method comprises administering an effective amount of one or more inflammatory mediator(s), for example, fms-related tyrosine kinase 3 (Flt3) ligand, interleukin-6 (IL-6), macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), interleukin-1 (IL-1), interleukin-3 (IL-3), erythropoietin (EPO), vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A), hypoxia-inducible transcription factor (HIF-1alpha), insulin like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), tumor necrosis factor (TNF), granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF), granulocyte/macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF), macrophage colony-stimulating factor (M-CSF), Stem Cell Factor (SCF), Darbepoetin (ARANESP), and metalloproteinases, to an animal or person in need of treatment. |
| US11896644B2 |
Inhibition of beta-arrestin oligomerization in tauopathy
As disclosed herein, β-arrestin1 and β-arrestin2 levels are highly elevated in brains of FTLD-tau patients suggesting that both β-arrestin1 and β-arrestin2 are elevated in the brains of patients with AD and FLTD. The current work also shows that when β-arrestin2 is overexpressed, tau levels become elevated. The data indicate that β-arrestin2 reduces tau clearance by impairing p62-mediated autophagy, a role carried out by the oligomerized form of β-arrestin2. Therefore, disclosed herein are β-arrestin oligomerization inhibitors that can be used to prevent β-arrestin oligomerization and therefore the accumulation of tau in cells, i.e. tauopathy. Also disclosed are methods of treating a tauopathy in a subject that involve administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a β-arrestin oligomerization inhibitor disclosed herein. |
| US11896643B2 |
Fibroblast binding agents and use thereof
The present invention relates, in part, to agents that bind fibroblast activation protein (FAP) and their use as diagnostic and therapeutic agents. The present invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the FAP binding agents and their use in the treatment of various diseases. |
| US11896641B2 |
Peptide composition from early harvested rice and methods for slimming or promoting growth of probiotics using the same
A peptide composition and methods for slimming and/or for promoting the growth of probiotics using early harvested rice prebiotics are provided. The peptide composition or the early harvested rice prebiotics includes at least one peptide as set forth in: SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 2, SEQ ID NO: 3, SEQ ID NO: 4, SEQ ID NO: 5, SEQ ID NO: 6, SEQ ID NO: 7 and SEQ, ID NO: 8. |
| US11896638B1 |
Topical skin cream
A topical skin cream is provided. The topical skin cream includes Acalypha indica oil, Rosa damascena Mill oil, at least one emulsion stabilizer, at least one exfoliant, at least one preservative and water. In an embodiment, the topical skin cream may include Acalypha indica oil, Rosa damascena Mill oil, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, sucrose, an alpha-hydroxy acid, water, and at least one preservative. The topical skin cream can be used to treat various related problems, including but not limited to treatment of acne, fungal infections, skin allergies, and other skin conditions. |
| US11896636B2 |
Immunogenic combination compositions and uses thereof
This invention generally relates to immunogenic compositions that comprise an RNA component and a polypeptide component. Immunogenic compositions that deliver antigens in two different forms—a first antigen from a pathogen, in RNA-coded form; and a second antigen from a different pathogen, in polypeptide form—are effective in inducing immune response to both pathogens. |
| US11896631B2 |
Probiotics for use in the treatment of diverticulosis and diverticular disease
The present invention relates to the use of probiotics to control the inflammatory process of the colon in subjects with structural modifications of the colon wall, preferably in subjects with diverticulosis, and affected by diverticular disease. |
| US11896630B2 |
Composition for a formulated oral prebiotic edible composition
A formulated oral prebiotic edible composition includes a free amino acid containing ingredient comprising L-arginine, the L-arginine comprising free individual molecules of L-arginine, the free individual molecules of L-arginine L present at a concentration of greater than about 0.1 weight percent, a carrier, and a sugar comprising at least one of a monosaccharide and disaccharide, at least two distinct live lactic acid probiotics, wherein one is a lactic acid producing bacterium, and one is a lactic acid fermenting bacterium, wherein the composition is in configuration suitable to be maintained substantively dissolved within the oral cavity, and wherein the composition is in an effective amount to selectively promote stimulation of a first oral microbiota to produce an excretion product, and wherein a second oral microbiota metabolizes the excretion product to treat the respiratory allergic condition and/or an oral and/or sinus infection. |
| US11896628B2 |
Methods and compositions for the treatment of C. difficile
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for preventing, ameliorating, or treating Clostridium difficile infections and/or reducing the severity of one or more risk factors, signs, or symptoms associated with C. difficile infections. In particular, the technology of the present disclosure relates to methods for administering an effective amount of a composition comprising strains of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens bacteria identified as ART24, ART4, and ART 12, to a subject suffering from or at risk for C. difficile infections. |
| US11896627B2 |
Bacteria engineered to treat metabolic diseases
Genetically engineered bacteria, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of attenuating metabolic diseases are disclosed. |
| US11896622B2 |
Methods of producing pancreatic hormones
Disclosed herein are methods of producing pancreatic hormone-expressing cells by first differentiating pluripotent cells in cell culture so as to produce endodermal cells, the endodermal cells being competent to further differentiate into hormone-expressing cells capable of secreting at least one pancreatic hormone in response to a physiological signal, and then, transplanting the cultured endodermal cells into an organism, such as an organism in need of an endocrine cell therapy. |
| US11896617B2 |
Polynucleotides encoding rituximab-resistant chimeric antigen receptors
Provided herein are polynucleotides encoding chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) comprising a CD19 antigen binding domain that specifically binds to CD19 and is resistant to rituximab binding; and immune cells comprising these CD19-specific CARs, e.g., CAR-T cells. Also provided are methods of making and using these CD19-specific CARs, and immune cells comprising these CD19-specific CARs. |
| US11896613B2 |
Functional food
The present invention provides a functional food that utilizes health-promoting effects of charcoal, is readily ingested, has no adverse side effect, and has an effect of improving and repressing obesity. The functional food includes a charcoal composition having at least one of a bamboo charcoal, a Bincho charcoal, an activated bamboo charcoal and an activated Bincho charcoal, and both of the activated bamboo charcoal and the activated Bincho charcoal have a bulk density of 0.3 to 0.6 g/ml, an average particle size of 10 μm or smaller, a BET specific surface area of 1000 to 1200 m2/g, and an iodine adsorption amount of 1000 to 1300 mg/g. |
| US11896606B2 |
Pharmaceutical composition comprising particles and methods of making same
The present invention relates to compositions comprising particles, each of the respective particles comprising particles formed by polyribonucleotides and polymers. Specifically, the composition comprises a complex of at least one double-stranded polyribonucleotide, such as polyinosinic-polycytidylic acid [poly(I:C)], and at least one linear polyalkyleneimine. The particles are also characterized by their monomodal diameter distribution and z-average diameter within specific ranges. The present invention additionally relates to methods of manufacturing the compositions, and further to related pharmaceutical compositions useful for the treatment of any cell growth disorder characterized by an abnormal growth of human or animal cells. |
| US11896604B2 |
Composition comprising HMSs/HMOs and use thereof
The application relates to a method for the prophylaxis or treatment of non-infectious diarrhea in a human, the method comprising administering to the human an effective amount of one or more human milk oligosaccharides. |
| US11896602B2 |
Method for preventing pregnancy
The present invention relates to a method for the management of dysmenorrhea involving administration of an estrogenic component which is preferably selected from the group consisting of estetrol and estetrol-like compounds. Estetrol-like compounds have been surprisingly found to be capable of mitigating dysmenorrhea, either when used alone or in combination with progestogenic components, and this to an extent surpassing the effect obtained with other compositions and with a favourable side-effect profile compared to currently available methods. |
| US11896596B2 |
Methods of treating B-cell proliferative disorder
Provided herein is a method of treating a patient having a B-cell proliferative disorder, the method comprising administering to the patient zanubrutinib, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the patient is characterized by being administered with a moderate CYP3A inducer. In one embodiment, zanubrutinib is administered at a dose of about 320 mg twice a day, or at a total daily dose of about 640 mg. |
| US11896594B2 |
Palatable antiparasitic formulations
The present invention is directed to a palatable, hard chewable composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a veterinary acceptable isoxazoline, a stabilized macrocyclic lactone, an acceptable salt form of pyrantel, at least one natural animal based palatant, and at least one veterinary acceptable excipient; and methods for treating or preventing a parasitic infection or infestation in an animal in need thereof with said composition. |
| US11896587B2 |
Tryptamine compositions for enhancing neurite outgrowth
Described herein are neurotrophic and nootropic compositions and methods for treating subjects with such compositions. In one aspect the composition comprises one or more tryptamines or in pure form or extracts from psilocybin containing mushrooms, or combinations thereof optionally combined with one or more phenethylamines or amphetamines in pure form or extracts from a plant or mushroom, or combinations thereof, optionally one or more erinacines or hericenones in pure form, extracts from Hericium mushroom species (e.g., H. erinaceus, H. coralloides, H. ramosum) or combinations thereof, optionally one or more cannabinoids in pure form or extracts from Cannabis sativa, Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, or Cannabis ruderalis, optionally, one or more adversive compounds, and optionally one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. |
| US11896585B2 |
Compositions of 1-(4-bromo-5-(1-ethyl-7-(methylamino)-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-1,6-naphthyridin-3-yl)-2-fluorophenyl)-3-phenylurea
Provided herein are low impurity compositions comprising a compound represented by Formula (I): which are useful in the treatment of disorders related to the activity of the c-KIT and PDGFRα kinases, and oncogenic forms thereof. |
| US11896584B2 |
Oxazolidinone for treatment of infections with Mycobacterium tuberculosis
The present invention is a method of treating or preventing Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection in a subject by administering to the subject an effective amount of oxazolidinone, specifically (N—(((S)-3-(dibenzo[b,e][1,4]dioxin-7-yl)-2-oxooxazolidin-5-yl)methyl)acetamide) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, or stereoisomer thereof. |
| US11896583B2 |
Tinostamustine for use in treating ovarian cancer
There is provided tinostamustine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for use in the treatment of ovarian cancer in a patient in need thereof. |
| US11896582B2 |
Use and composition for treating myasthenia gravis and other myasthenic syndromes
The present invention provides a new compositions and methods to enable the safe administration of pyridostigmine to mammalian subjects, including those with myasthenic syndromes including Myasthenia Gravis, with said compositions comprising combinations, including fixed-dose combinations, of an antagonist of the 5-hydroxytryptamine subtype-3 receptor (“5HT3-antagonist”) with an effective dose of pyridostigmine. The compositions and methods of the present invention provide for an increase in the tolerable dose of pyridostigmine over that of pyridostigmine when administered alone. |
| US11896581B2 |
Compositions and methods for providing health benefits in an animal
The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for providing a health benefit to an animal utilizing ferulic acid and histidine. For example, a composition can contain ferulic acid and histidine in therapeutically effective amounts for providing the health benefit to the animal. |
| US11896579B2 |
Combination drug
The present invention relates to a drug that is for treating or preventing cancer, that is effective in the treatment of cancer, and that comprises a combination of an ALK inhibitor and a VEGF inhibitor. The present invention also relates to a method for treating or preventing cancer and a method for inhibiting tumor growth. |
| US11896577B2 |
Short-acting psychoactive compounds of the MDMA class
The present invention is directed to novel chemical compositions of matter, and in particular novel MDMA class of compounds having substituted methylenedioxyphenethylamine and substituted amphetamine, having a metabolically labile thioether group. |
| US11896575B2 |
Transdermal formulation for delivery of hydrophobic compounds and process for the preparation thereof
The present application includes a transdermal base formulation useful for example, for the transdermal delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients along with a process for preparation thereof. In particular, the transdermal base formulation comprises: (a) an aqueous phase comprising water and at least one emulsion stabilizer; (b) an oil phase comprising at least one emulsifier, at least one emulsion stabilizer, at least one emollient comprising at least one flavonoid, at least one other emollient, and a terpene-rich natural butter; (c) an external phase comprising at least one terpene-rich extract or oil, at least one penetration enhancer and a phospholipid-complexed flavonoid; and optionally (d) at least one preservative phase. |
| US11896570B2 |
Compositions for therapy and health containing amino acids with bitter taste
This disclosure provides a dry powder formulation of free amino acids with an acceptable and even good taste profile. |
| US11896568B2 |
Compositions and methods for treating patients suffering from glioma or leukemia
Pharmaceutical compositions, kits and methods for treating tumors such as glioma and cancers such as leukemia with (R)-2-hydroxyglutarate (R-2HG) are provided, along with therapeutic regimens including treatment of a patient suffering from glioma or leukemia with a MYC-signaling inhibitor followed by or cotemporaneous with treatment with R-2HG, and optionally other chemotherapeutic agents. |
| US11896567B2 |
Combination composition
An intravenous composition for providing relief for pain and/or inflammation, the composition having ibuprofen and paracetamol in combination for delivering to a human at each dose: a) approximately 125 mg to approximately 175 mg ibuprofen in combination with approximately 475 mg to approximately 525 mg paracetamol; or b) approximately 275 mg to approximately 325 mg ibuprofen in combination with approximately 975 mg to approximately 1,025 mg paracetamol. |
| US11896566B2 |
Pharmaceutical formulations of naproxen for soft gel encapsulation and combinations thereof
This invention relates to a naproxen formulation suitable for encapsulation into a soft gel dosage unit by increasing the stability, concentration, and bioavailability of naproxen. Fill formulations of the invention may include other active pharmaceutical ingredients and combinations of two or more active pharmaceutical ingredients. This invention also provides for adjusting pH values of fill formulations without additional process steps. A process for increasing the achievable concentration of an active NSAID pharmaceutical ingredient, such as naproxen, relative to fill composition for dosage units is also provided. The highly concentrated formulation of this invention permits a reduction in the fill volume or dosage unit size, or an increase in concentration of the active pharmaceutical ingredient per dosage form. The invention also relates to a formulation of optimal stability suitable for supporting a fill composition compatible with the soft gel dosage unit. |
| US11896563B2 |
Bupropion and dextromethorphan for reduction of suicide risk in depression patients
This disclosure relates to a method of treating depression and/or reducing risk of suicide, comprising administering a combination of about 90 mg to about 120 mg of bupropion hydrochloride, or a molar equivalent amount of another form of bupropion, and about 40 mg to about 50 mg of dextromethorphan hydrobromide, or a molar equivalent amount of another form of dextromethorphan. The combination may be administered twice a day to a human being suffering from major depressive disorder and having a score of 3 or greater on the Suicidality Item of the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS-SI). |
| US11896557B2 |
Docking station and method for loading a medicine transport plate
A method for loading a medicine transport plate with one or more medicine items using a docking station includes the steps of moving a preparation release mechanism of a docking station into a preparation holding state; inserting the one or more medicine items into one or more preparation compartments in the docking station; loading the medicine transport plate into the docking station; and moving the preparation release mechanism from the preparation holding state into a preparation release state to release the one or more medicine items from the preparation compartments. |
| US11896553B2 |
Continuous skin packaging and coating apparatus and coating method for tablets
A continuous skin packaging and coating apparatus and a coating method for tablets. The continuous skin packaging and coating apparatus comprises a lower coating film unreeling roller, a waste edge reeling roller, an upper coating film unreeling roller, a lower coating film heating component, an upper coating film heating component, a first mold provided with a first tablet placing hole, a second mold provided with a second tablet placing hole, a heat-sealing plate, a cutting component, a blank tablet implanting component, and an operating mesa. The lower coating film unreeling roller and the waste edge reeling roller are provided on either side of the operating mesa. The lower coating film heating component, the blank tablet implanting component, the upper coating film unreeling roller, the upper coating film heating component, the heat-sealing plate, and the cutting component are sequentially provided above the operating mesa. The first mold is provided under the operating mesa below the blank tablet implanting component. The second mold is provided under the operating mesa below the heat-sealing plate. The upper coating film heating component is provided below the upper coating film unreeling roller. |
| US11896550B2 |
Pill container and methods
A pill container includes a base with a cavity and a lid movable between a closed position and an open position. The base has an integral spring tab such that when the lid is unlocked from the base, the spring tab pushes against an interior part of the lid to move the lid from the closed position to the open position. |
| US11896547B2 |
Low EMF halogen tube heater
Sauna heaters are used to generate heat for saunas. Sauna heaters include a first halogen tube configured to generate heat, a second halogen tube configured to generate heat, wherein the first halogen tube is implemented a distance from the second halogen, and wherein the distance between the first halogen tube and the second halogen tube is configurable to adjust an amount of electromagnetic field (EMF) emitted by the heater. Sauna heaters also include a source of alternating current electrically coupled to the first halogen tube and the second halogen tube such that the source of alternating current is configured to provide the first halogen tube and the second halogen tube with a current, wherein the current powering the first halogen tube is out of phase with the current powering the second halogen tube. |
| US11896539B2 |
Inversion table
An inversion table includes a supporting stand, a tilt inversion mechanism and an operating unit. The tilt inversion mechanism includes an inversion unit including a support table assembly which is pivotally disposed on the supporting stand, and an extension assembly which is coupled with and extends from the support table assembly downwardly. A feet holding unit includes a front feet holding assembly securely and non-pivotably disposed on a lower portion of the inversion unit, and a rear feet holding assembly pivotably and movably connected to the inversion unit. The operating unit includes an operating assembly operably coupled with the front feet holding assembly, and is rotatable about a rotating axis at the front feet holding assembly to actuate the rear feet holding assembly to rotate and move toward the front feet holding assembly. In an inversion state, the users feet is firmly held on the front feet holding assembly. |
| US11896533B2 |
System, apparatus and method for supporting and/or positioning a patient before, during, or after a medical procedure
A system for supporting or positioning a patient before, during, or after a medical procedure can include a platform configured to support at least a portion of a patient. A support column can be positioned beneath the platform. A base can be positioned beneath the support column and configured to support the support column. The base can include at least one drive wheel configured to contact a ground surface and move the platform with respect to the ground surface. A drive assist user interface module can be operatively connected to the at least one drive wheel. The drive assist user interface module can be configured to permit an operator of the system to selectively control movement of the at least one drive wheel. The drive assist user interface module can be part of or be attached to an attachment that includes a plate having a top surface. In one configuration, the top surface of the plate can be configured to extend parallel with a top surface of the platform when the attachment is attached to the platform. |
| US11896528B2 |
Scanning laser ophthalmic treatment system and method of operation
An ophthalmic laser treatment delivers patterned laser energy to an eye of a patient. A pattern-scanning laser device of the laser treatment system includes a laser module, a scanning module and delivery optics. The laser module generates laser energy (e.g. via a green laser diode), which is directed to the scanning module via a fiber optic cable. The scanning module produces the patterned laser energy by reflecting the laser energy into the delivery optics at different angles via a dielectric MEMS scanning mirror. The delivery optics includes an F-theta lens, a motorized and wirelessly-controlled spot-size selector module, and a focusing lens. A mobile computing device receives parameter information via a graphical user interface or voice control and sends the parameter information to the pattern-scanning laser device. In response to receiving activation signals from an activation unit, the pattern-scanning laser device emits the patterned laser energy based on the parameter information. |
| US11896526B2 |
Laser beam calibration and beam quality measurement in laser surgery systems
A laser eye surgery system includes a computer which scans a focused laser beam in a trajectory over a reticle or target and determines beam quality via laser light reflected from the target. The target may have a grid pattern of lines, with the diameter of the focused laser beam determined based on a time interval for the scanned beam to move onto a line of the grid pattern. Methods for measuring beam quality in a laser eye surgery system provide a direct, quantitative quality measurement of the focused laser beam, and may be performed quickly and automatically. Using scanning mirror position information together with signals resulting from laser light reflected from the target, the laser eye surgery system may also be calibrated. |
| US11896521B2 |
Devices, methods and uses for removing heat, energy and fluids from a mammal
The present invention provides improved devices for removing energy and fluid from body fluid containing spaces and surfaces of a mammal, and new uses for such devices, including fluid removal, energy removal, increasing metabolic rate; promoting weight loss; preventing esophageal burn-through, reducing beta-amylase accumulation in the brain, delaying or inhibiting the onset of Alzheimer's and other senile dementia. |
| US11896520B2 |
Temperature treatment apparatus
A temperature treatment apparatus includes a body made from a flexible and expandable material for attachment to a predetermined region of the human body requiring treatment with the body having a space formed therein, and a temperature radiating element shaped to be received within the space of the body and being configured to have a soft and malleable shape profile to apply temperature treatment to the predetermined region of the human body. The temperature radiating element includes an inner pouch containing a first phase change material that is able to be inserted within an outer pouch having a second phase change material, so that, upon insertion, the inner pouch is substantially encapsulated within the second phase change material of the outer pouch. |
| US11896519B2 |
Assembly for gluteal cleft moisture reduction
An assembly for gluteal cleft moisture reduction including a case having a plurality of walls, the case being opened by an air input port; an air tube having upper and lower ends wherein the tube's upper end forms a dorsal extension communicating with an opening in the flexible skin contact plate mounted on the case, the plate ventrally overlying the air tube; an air conduit housed within the case, the conduit having input and output ends communicating with the case's air input port and with the air tube; an electric motor and air impeller combination housed within the case, the combination being adapted for moving air through the air conduit; an electric battery within the case; and a matrix of electric conductors operatively interconnecting the electric motor and the electric battery. |
| US11896518B2 |
Mandibular advancement device
A customizable mandibular advancement device for use in treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea is provided. The device comprises upper and lower trays adapted to be fitted to a person's maxillary and mandibular arches. The upper tray comprises a stop member, which when engaged with a fin located on the lower tray, inhibits the posterior movement of the user's mandible thereby maintaining the mandible in an advanced position. Both the upper and lower trays comprise a core that is overmolded by a thermoplastic material that has a much lower softening temperature than the core. |
| US11896510B2 |
Spine force modulating assembly
A spine force modulating assembly for supporting a human spine that prevents, slows down, and or treats spine-related disorders. The spine force modulating assembly includes a frame of a length proportional to a distance between a third thoracic spine bone and a first sacral spine bone of a spine of a wearer of the spine force modulating assembly. The frame is of a “S” shape and configured to support a spine portion between the third thoracic spine bone and the first sacral spine bone. The spine force modulating assembly further includes a pair of shoulder straps extending from near the upper end of the frame and a pair of waist straps extending from near the lower end of the frame. |
| US11896509B2 |
Tissue anchoring device
A tissue anchoring device including an expandable frame and at least one anchor having a tissue penetrating portion. The anchor is attached to the expandable frame through a plurality of beams forming a frame or a tab that enable the anchor to elastically bend with respect to a longitudinal axis of the expandable frame. |
| US11896508B2 |
Expandable exoskeleton devices
An exoskeleton device includes an expandable section. The expandable section may be positioned over an expander, such as a balloon catheter, and expand upon expansion of the expander. The expandable section may include struts that rotate as the expandable section expands. Edges of the struts may score surfaces (e.g., pathology, tissue, etc.) against which the struts are forced as the expandable element expands. The expandable element may carry a medicament, which may be delivered upon expansion of the expandable element. |
| US11896506B2 |
Adjustable mandrel for forming stent with anti-migration features
A mandrel for forming a stent with a tapered profile and one or more anti-migration features includes a first stent shaping segment having a first diameter, a second stent shaping segment having a second diameter less than the first diameter and a tapered segment disposed therebetween. A third stent shaping segment is releasably securable to the second stent shaping segment and has a third diameter greater than the second diameter. One or more movable pins are outwardly extendable from corresponding apertures formed within the tapered segment. An actuation element is engagable with the first stent shaping segment and includes a tapered surface configured to engage the one or more movable pins and support the one or more movable pins extended from the corresponding apertures. |
| US11896505B2 |
Methods for making and using a structural hydrogel polymer device
The present invention relates generally a manufacturing process which results in a completely hydrogel polymer device that maintains lumen patency which allows for numerous applications. One or more physical post-implantation dimensions of the device can be controlled by placing it in a solution that has a predetermined osmolarity and/or pH. In addition, the device can deliver an absorbed therapeutic agent to a target anatomical site. Alternatively, the device can function as a selective membrane to selectively absorb one or more target molecules from a body fluid. |
| US11896502B2 |
Adjustable prosthesis leg
A prosthetic system includes a prosthetic knee having a controller and a hydraulic unit pivotally connected to the controller. The hydraulic includes a reserve hydraulic cylinder, a brake hydraulic cylinder, and a hydraulic cylinder having a lower hydraulic compartment. A flow system fluidly connects the hydraulic cylinder, the reserve hydraulic cylinder, and the brake cylinder. The flow system has first and second flow paths in communication with the lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder. The first flow path is in communication with lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder via the brake cylinder. The second flow path bypasses the brake hydraulic cylinder. |
| US11896498B2 |
Interbody fusion devices and related methods of manufacture
Interbody fusion devices and related methods of manufacture are described herein. An example interbody fusion device can include a plurality of vertebral endplates, and a body extending between the vertebral endplates. The body and the vertebral endplates can define an internal cavity. Additionally, each of the vertebral endplates can include a lattice structure and a frame surrounding the lattice structure, where the lattice structure being configured to distribute load. Each of the vertebral endplates can also include a plurality of micro-apertures having an average size between about 2 to about IO micrometers (μm), and a plurality of macro-apertures having an average size between about 300 to about 800 micrometers (μm). |
| US11896494B2 |
Expandable implant assembly
An expandable implant includes an upper main support, a lower main support, an upper pivoting support, and a lower pivoting support. The upper main support and the upper pivoting support are configured to engage a first portion of bone, and the lower main support is coupled to the upper main support and configured to engage a second portion of bone. The upper main support is adjustable relative to the lower main support to adjust height of the implant. The upper pivoting support is rotatably movable relative to the upper main support. The lower pivoting support is coupled to the upper pivoting support, configured to engage the second bone portion, and is rotatably movable relative to the lower main support. Adjusting the upper main support relative to the lower main support causes adjustment of the upper pivoting support relative to the lower pivoting support. |
| US11896489B2 |
Lamina plate assembly
Lamina plate assemblies, systems, and methods thereof. A lamina plate assembly may be configured to provide lamina support following laminectomy, for example, in cervical and lumbar cases. The lamina plate assembly may include a generally elongate body having a first free end, a second free end, and a posterior portion disposed between the first free end and the second free end. Different embodiments of securing portions are used to secure the lamina plate assembly to a vertebra. |
| US11896487B2 |
Prosthetic device for heart valve reinforcement and remodeling procedures
A prosthetic heart valve reinforcement ring is disclosed for reinforcing a natural heart valve with leaflets. The prosthetic ring includes a ring body sized and dimensioned to fit around the annulus of the heart valve. The ring body has an inner surface with a plurality of grooves on the inner surface of the ring body, where each of grooves is configured to grasp a suture. A method of reinforcing a natural heart valve is also disclosed. Sutures are provided around an annulus of a natural heart valve with leaflets. A prosthetic ring is selected that is sized to fit around the annulus. The prosthetic ring is attached to the annulus by inserting sutures into the grooves until the leaflets are properly closed. The fit of the prosthetic ring is adjusted by individually manipulating the sutures in the grooves. The sutures are tied, securing the prosthetic ring in place. |
| US11896486B2 |
Delivery system for transcatheter prosthetic heart valves
Transcatheter delivery system for a self-expandable heart valve prosthesis (29) comprising a handle (17, 17′), a hollow shaft (6) a distal tip (1, 1″, 1′″) and an actuation mechanism for moving a valve prosthesis (29) towards said distal tip (1, 1″, 1′″) or said handle (17, 17′), said hollow shaft (6) being adapted to slidingly receive a compressed valve prosthesis (29); the system being characterized by the fact that it includes a valve prosthesis crimping tool that comprises a hollow conical element (21), a detachable transfer tube (24) and a pulling device (26); said conical element (21) being adapted to let a valve prosthesis (29) in an expanded state enter the conical element (21) through its basis and enter said transfer tube (24) in a compressed state, said valve prosthesis (29) being pulled by said pulling device (26) when crossing said conical element (21) and entering said transfer tube (24), said transferring tube (24) being adapted to be temporarily connected to said conical element (21). |
| US11896485B2 |
System and method for transaortic delivery of a prosthetic heart valve
A delivery system and method for delivering a prosthetic heart valve to the aortic valve annulus via a transaortic approach. The system includes a balloon catheter for delivering a balloon-expandable prosthetic heart valve through an introducer from an approach from outside the patient, through a minimally-invasive opening in the chest cavity through an incision in the aorta, and into the aorta and aortic annulus. The balloon catheter includes a flexible, tapered tip just distal of the balloon to facilitate positioning of the prosthetic heart valve in the proper orientation within the aortic annulus. The prosthetic heart valve may be installed over the existing calcified leaflets, and a pre-dilation valvuloplasty procedure may also be utilized. |
| US11896477B2 |
Apparatus, system and methods for improved breast surgery with myointegration
The present disclosure is directed to Myointegration, the improvement of breast implant apparatus, system and methods for a design that extends the breast implant centrifugally, or in which a separate device is utilized in combination with a breast implant, that has one or more straps originating from the breast implant extension or from the separate device. The one or more straps are looped through the pectoralis major muscle then back into the implant extension or the separate device repeatedly. The straps are eventually attached in some manner to themselves, to the implant extension, or to the separate device. Since the pectoralis major muscle contains neuromuscular spindles that sense length, velocity and acceleration, when the user changes position from supine to vertical, the gravitational force generated by the mass of the breast implant pulls on the strap or straps, which pulls the muscle and stimulates the neuromuscular spindles, thereby generating lift of the implanted breast insert. |
| US11896476B2 |
Patella tendon realignment implant with changeable shape
An orthopedic implant with an inferior portion having a tibia contact surface configured to extend over a tibia; a superior portion opposite to the inferior portion having a tendon contact surface configured to change a position of a patellar tendon by lifting or tilting the patellar tendon when the curved surface of the first portion is engaged with the tibia; and a fixation mechanism adapted to attach the orthopedic implant to the tibia, the orthopedic implant being further configured to change shape from a first configuration to a second configuration in response to a load applied between the tendon contact surface and the tibia contact surface. The invention also addresses corresponding methods. |
| US11896475B2 |
Implant having adjustable filament coils
A device having one or more adjustable loops or coils associated with an implant body for use in soft tissue reconstructions is provided. One exemplary embodiment of a device includes a body and a suture filament, with the filament being used to form a self-locking sliding knot disposed on a top side of the body and a plurality of adjustable coils that are substantially disposed on the body's bottom side. Terminal ends of the filament located above the body's top side can be passed through an opening of a Lark's Head knot from opposite sides, thus forming a self-locking sliding knot, and then the terminal ends can be tensioned to adjust a circumference of the coils. Changing a coil's circumference changes a location of a ligament graft disposed on the coil. Other configurations of devices and systems, as well as methods for performing ACL repairs, are also provided. |
| US11896473B2 |
Surgical mesh deployment device
A mesh deployment device is configured to place a surgical mesh on tissue retro muscularly. In particular, the mesh deployment device includes an arm assembly that is transitionable between a retracted configuration, in which, stationary and covering arms are in superposed relation such that the surgical mesh is supported by the supporting arm therebetween, and a deployed configuration, in which, the stationary, covering, and supporting arms are circumferentially spaced apart to support the surgical mesh thereon. |
| US11896472B2 |
Surgical mesh having ingrowth-preventing coating on one side thereof, and method for making the same
A coated surgical mesh, the coated surgical mesh comprising: a surgical mesh, the surgical mesh comprising a first surface and a second surface; and a tissue ingrowth-preventing coating applied to the second surface of the surgical mesh; wherein the tissue ingrowth-preventing coating penetrates a controllable amount part way through the surgical mesh. |
| US11896468B2 |
Disposable absorbent core and disposable absorbent assembly including same, and method of making same
Disclosed is a disposable absorbent article having an outer shell and a detachable disposable absorbent core insert supported on an inside surface of the outer shell. The core insert is attached to the inside surface and is detachable therefrom. The inside surface further includes a retaining structure for receiving the absorbent core insert, the core insert being attachable with the retaining structure and detachable from the retaining structure. |
| US11896463B2 |
Optimized compression bandage and kit using said bandage
A compression bandage in the form of a knit obtained by warp stitch technology on the basis of synthetic yarns and comprising two textile surfaces of respective textile structures that may be identical or different, the surfaces being interconnected by spacer yarns, each surface including elastic yarns, the bandage being characterized in that said knit presents: longitudinal stretch measured in compliance with the standard EN 14704-1 lying in the range 30% to 160%; and threshold shear stress greater than or equal to 2800 Pa. |
| US11896461B2 |
Intraoral 3D scanner employing multiple miniature cameras and multiple miniature pattern projectors
An apparatus for intraoral scanning includes an elongate handheld wand that has a probe. One or more light projectors and two or more cameras are disposed within the probe. The light projectors each has a pattern generating optical element, which may use diffraction or refraction to form a light pattern. Each camera may be configured to focus between 1 mm and 30 mm from a lens that is farthest from the camera sensor. Other applications are also described. |
| US11896458B1 |
Dental implant abumtment system and method of use
A dental anchoring system includes an angled abutment, having a main body extending from a top to a channel body, the channel body extending away from the main body at a predetermined angle less than 180 degrees; a lip extending around the top; and an opening extending from the top and through the channel body, the opening to receive an attachment device; the angled abutment is to provide an angled attachment for a dental prosthetic. |
| US11896457B2 |
Systems and methods for fabrication of orthodontic aligners
Orthodontic positioning devices, and related methods and systems, are disclosed for use with one or more orthodontic elastic members. The disclosed methods may comprise determining the geometries for a pair of orthodontic aligners for use as part of an orthodontic treatment plan. The geometries for the pair of orthodontic aligners may include an upper aligner with a first marking and a lower aligner with a second marking. The first marking may correspond to a position of a first hook, and the second marking may correspond to a position of a second hook. The first hook and the second hook may be configured to engage with an orthodontic elastic member so as to react a force to, for example, generate orthodontic forces on the patient's teeth. |
| US11896452B2 |
Method for virtual setup with mixed dentition
A method for visualizing patient dentition acquires a contour image of patient dentition and segments the contour image to identify one or more segmented teeth. At least one deciduous tooth among the one or more segmented teeth is identified. A virtual model of a target dentition arrangement of the patient dentition is generated, wherein the at least one deciduous tooth is replaced by a replacement permanent tooth. |
| US11896451B2 |
Method of manufacturing overdenture and flattening guide applied thereto for manufacturing the overdenture
Disclosed is a method of manufacturing a digital overdenture to improve manufacturing convenience and preciseness. The method of manufacturing the digital overdenture according to the present invention includes a series of operations such as generating a planning image, manufacturing auxiliary devices for manufacturing the overdenture such as a surgical guide, a flattening guide, an impression model, and the like, setting a holder device and correcting a temporary denture, obtaining a corrected-scanned image, and designing and manufacturing a digital overdenture. |
| US11896447B2 |
Safeguards against separation from portable medicine delivery devices
Disclosed herein are techniques related to safeguards against separation from portable medicine delivery devices. In some embodiments, the techniques may involve monitoring a wireless connection established between a portable computing device and a portable medicine delivery device. The techniques may also involve making a determination, based on the result of the monitoring, that the portable medicine delivery device is outside a predetermined range of the portable computing device. The techniques may further involve generating a notification based on the determination. The notification may be indicative of a user of the portable computing device being unaccompanied by the portable medicine delivery device. |
| US11896445B2 |
Iliac pin and adapter
Apparatus for mounting in a bone of a patient, consisting of a rigid elongated member having an axis of symmetry and a distal section, a proximal section, and an intermediate section connecting the distal and proximal sections. The apparatus has n helical blades, formed in the distal section, distributed symmetrically about the axis, each of the blades having a helix angle greater than zero and less than 45°. A cross-section of the distal section, taken orthogonally to the axis of symmetry, includes n mirror planes containing the axis of symmetry, wherein n is a whole number greater than one, and wherein the blades are configured to penetrate into the bone and engage stably therein. Adapters coupling the apparatus to different types of markers are also described. |
| US11896442B2 |
Surgical systems for proposing and corroborating organ portion removals
A surgical system for use in a surgical procedure is disclosed. The surgical system includes a surgical visualization system and a control circuit configured to propose a portion of an organ to resect based on visualization data from the surgical visualization system, determine a first value of a non-visualization parameter of the organ prior to resection of the portion, and determine a second value of the non-visualization parameter of the organ after resection of the portion. Resection of the portion is configured to yield an estimated capacity reduction of the organ. |
| US11896441B2 |
Systems and methods for measuring a distance using a stereoscopic endoscope
A measurement system accesses first and second images captured respectively from first and second vantage points by first and second cameras included within a stereoscopic endo scope located at a surgical area associated with a patient. The measurement system receives user input designating a user-selected two-dimensional (“2D”) endpoint corresponding to a feature within the surgical area as represented in the first image, and identifies, based on the user-selected 2D endpoint, a matched 2D endpoint corresponding to the feature as represented in the second image. Based on the user-selected and matched 2D endpoints, the measurement system defines a three-dimensional (“3D”) endpoint corresponding to the feature within the surgical area. The measurement system then determines a distance from the 3D endpoint to an additional 3D endpoint corresponding to an additional feature within the surgical area. Corresponding systems and methods are also described. |
| US11896440B2 |
Medical delivery system
A medical delivery system including a carrier and a lead delivery device. The carrier defines a carrier body configured to engage a stereotactic system (or a similar pointing device with or without navigation/robotic assistance). The carrier defines a carrier channel configured to engage the lead delivery device and impart a torque to a portion of the lead delivery device. The lead delivery device and carrier are configured to cause the imparted torque to cause a cannula of the lead delivery device to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the lead delivery device. The cannula is configured to cause a rotation of an implantable lead within the cannula when the cannula is caused to rotate. The cannula is configured to translate substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis relative to the implantable lead. |
| US11896437B2 |
Digital reflex quantization and signature analysis
Systems and methods for digital reflex quantization and signature analysis. Movement of a stimulating device invoking a reflex response in an organism is captured as stimuli data. Electromyographic (EMG) of the reflex response is captured as EMG data. Movement resulting from the reflex response of a limb/appendage of the organism is captured as motion data. One or more of the stimuli data, the EMG data, and the motion data are analyzed to determine one or both of a motion signature and an EMG signature defining quantitative evaluation of the reflex response. |
| US11896435B2 |
Ultrasound diagnostic apparatus and examination method
According to one embodiment, an ultrasound diagnostic apparatus includes processing circuitry. The processing circuitry forms a first transmission beam in a plurality of directions belonging to a first group, forms at least one first reception beam, forms a second transmission beam in a plurality of directions belonging to a second group, after an elapse of a time from performing a scan for the first group, forms at least one second reception beam, applies a wall filter to reception signals obtained by the first and the second reception beams, calculates bloodstream information based on the filtered reception signals, and generates image data based on the calculated bloodstream information. |
| US11896433B2 |
Ultrasound determination of dynamic air bronchogram and associated devices, systems, and methods
Ultrasound image devices, systems, and methods are provided. In one embodiment, an ultrasound imaging system includes an interface coupled to an ultrasound imaging component and configured to receive a plurality of image data frames representative of a subject's body including at least a portion of a lung; a processing component in communication with the interface and configured to determine a metric for each image data frame of the plurality of image data frames based on a threshold comparison; and determine a dynamic air bronchogram (AB) condition of the subject's body based on a variation across the metrics of the plurality of image data frames. In one embodiment, the processing component is configured to determine differential data frames based on differences across consecutive image data frames of the plurality of image data frames; and determine a dynamic AB condition of the subject's body based on the differential data frames. |
| US11896425B2 |
Guiding instrument insertion
A method and apparatus for identifying blood vessels in ultrasound images and displaying blood vessels in ultrasound images are described. In some embodiments, the method is implemented by a computing device and includes receiving an ultrasound image that includes one or more blood vessels, and determining, with a neural network implemented at least partially in hardware of the computing device, diameters of the one or more blood vessels in the ultrasound image. The method includes receiving a user selection of an instrument size, and indicating, in the ultrasound image, at least one blood vessel of the one or more blood vessels based on the instrument size and the diameters of the one or more blood vessels. |
| US11896424B2 |
Automated needle entry detection
In one embodiment, an ultrasound imaging system is configured to receive a set of ultrasound images of a target anatomical region. The set of ultrasound images is combined to create a composite tissue frame. The ultrasound imaging system determines whether an interventional instrument is present within the ultrasound images based on a set of trained classification algorithms based on the set of ultrasound images and the composite tissue frame. If an interventional instrument is detected, the ultrasound imaging system further determines whether an additional ultrasound frame should be captured to image the interventional instrument, and the steer angle to be used for the additional ultrasound image. The ultrasound imaging system determines a linear structure corresponding to the interventional instrument, and creates a blended image showing the interventional instrument and the composite tissue frame. |
| US11896422B2 |
Systems and method for performing pulse wave velocity measurements
The invention provides a system and a method for calculating a pulse wave velocity based on a plurality of intravascular ultrasonic pulses directed along a vessel. For each ultrasonic pulse, a plurality of echoes is received from a plurality of distances along the vessel. A first ultrasound Doppler signal is received from a first distance from the pulse origin and a second ultrasound Doppler signal from a second distance from the pulse origin. A first and second flow velocity metric is obtained based on the first and second ultrasound Doppler signal, respectively. The pulse wave velocity is calculated based on the time delay, which is based on the first flow velocity metric and the second flow velocity metric. |
| US11896411B2 |
Adaptive anti-scatter device
An adaptive X-ray anti-scatter device for placement in a source-detector axis of an X-ray imager includes an anti-scatter filter having a source orientable surface and a detector orientable surface. The anti-scatter filter comprises a plurality of realignable slats that absorb incident X-rays and are separated by a plurality of interstitial portions. The device also includes a first actively deformable member comprising a first set of one or more actively deformable actuators disposed across a first region of the first actively deformable member. At least a portion of the first set is partially or fully recessed within the interstitial portions. At least one actuator of the first set is in contact with a corresponding realignable slat of the plurality of realignable slats and is configured to change the alignment of the corresponding realignable slat in relation to the source-detector axis. |
| US11896408B2 |
Automated patient modeling and positioning
Automated patient positioning and modelling includes a hardware processor to obtain image data from an imaging sensor, classify the image data, using a first machine learning model, as a patient pose based on one or more pre-defined protocols for patient positioning, provide a confidence score based on the classification of the image data and if the confidence score is less than a pre-determined value, re-classify the image data using a second machine learning model; or if the confidence score is greater than a pre-determined value, identify the image data as corresponding to a patient pose based on one or more pre-defined protocols for patient positioning during a scan procedure. |
| US11896405B2 |
System and method of measuring venous oxygen saturation using intelligent pulse averaging with integrated EKG and PPG sensors
A system using combined electrocardiography (EKG) and photoplethysmography (PPG) sensing, to determine venous oxygen saturation is described. The system uses averaging of similar pulses based on Prior (or n−1) R-to-R pulse wave duration, and current (or n) R-to-R pulse wave duration for evaluation of the metabolic reserve and/or stress of the patient. |
| US11896403B2 |
Implantable medical device using temperature sensor to determine infection status of patient
Techniques for detecting infections in a patient in relation to temperature values obtained from implantable temperature sensors are described. An example implantable temperature sensor may be included within a housing of an implantable medical device (IMD). In some examples, the temperature sensor may determine a plurality of temperature values over time. Processing circuitry of the IMD or of an external device may smooth the temperature values and apply an infection detection model to the smoothened temperature signal to determine an infection status of the patient. |
| US11896401B2 |
Personal healthcare device
A method and system for measuring personal health, the method comprising detecting a photoplethysmograph (PPG) wave, the PPG wave generated based on a combination of infra-red and red lights, transmitting the PPG wave to a server, the server processing the PPG wave to infer biometric statistics based on machine learned correlations generated from a training set of PPG waves and biometric data, receiving the biometric statistics from the server, and generating display data based on the biometric statistics. |
| US11896400B2 |
Electronic device for updating calibration data on basis of blood pressure information, and control method
Provided are an electronic device for selectively storing blood pressure information and updating calibration data on the basis of the stored blood pressure information, and a control method. The electronic device comprises, a memory operably connected with the processor, wherein the memory can include instructions, during the execution thereof, for allowing the processor to, display a user interface on a display, allow the user interface to provide guidelines for measuring the blood pressure, receive first data from the motion sensor, receive second data from a PPG sensor, receive third data from the PPG sensor, determine the validity of the third data at least partially on basis of the first data and the second data, and display an indication on the user interface at least partially basis of the determined validity. |
| US11896393B1 |
Wearable diagnostic electrocardiogram garment
A wearable diagnostic electrocardiogram (ECG) garment is disclosed herein. The wearable diagnostic ECG garment comprises a garment body, a plurality of electrodes positioned on the body, each of the plurality of electrodes comprising a connection stud, a contact pad interface and a contact pad, an electrode connector extending from the body, and a plurality of wires positioned in the garment body, each of the plurality of wires connected from the electrode connector to an electrode of the plurality of electrodes. |
| US11896390B2 |
Efficacy and/or therapeutic parameter recommendation using individual patient data and therapeutic brain network maps
Examples described herein may predict therapy efficacy and/or therapeutic parameters using a comparison of individual patient status data and brain network response maps for the therapy. For example, VNS parameters may be predicted using a comparison of patient EEG data and brain network response maps of VNS therapy at various parameters. |
| US11896388B2 |
Method for detecting and discriminating breathing patterns from respiratory signals
A Cheyne-Stokes (CS) diagnosis system classifies periods of CS-like breathing by examining a signal indicative of a respiratory parameter. For example, nasal flow data is processed to classify it as unambiguously CS breathing or nearly so and to display the classification Processing may detect and display: apnoeas, hypopnoeas, flow-limitation and snore. The signal may be split into equal length epochs and event features are extracted. Statistics are applied to these primary feature(s) to produce secondary feature(s) representing the entire epoch. Each secondary feature is grouped with other feature(s) extracted from the entire epoch rather than from the epoch events. This final group of features is the epoch pattern. The epoch pattern is classified to produce a probability for possible event classes (e.g., Cheyne-Stokes breathing, OSA, etc.). The epoch is assigned to the class with the highest probability, which may both be reported as an indication of disease state. |
| US11896385B2 |
Digital imaging systems and methods of analyzing pixel data of an image of a shaving stroke for determining pressure being applied to a user's skin
Digital imaging systems and methods are described for analyzing pixel data of an image of a shaving stroke for determining pressure being applied to a user's skin. A plurality of training images of a plurality of individuals are aggregated, each of the training images comprising pixel data of a respective individual when shaving with a shaving razor. A pressure model, trained with the pixel data, is operable to determine pressure being applied to the respective individual's skin. An image of a user when shaving with the shaving razor is received and analyzed, by the pressure model, to determine a user-specific pressure being applied to the user's skin by the shaving razor when a user shaving stroke is taken. A user-specific electronic recommendation to address at least one feature identifiable within the pixel data is generated and rendered, on a display screen of a user computing device. |
| US11896382B2 |
Hyperspectral image-guided ocular imager for alzheimer's disease pathologies
A non-invasive device for detecting Alzheimer's Disease-associated pathologies, comprising a fundus camera comprising a spectral reflectance imaging unit that includes a broadband light source and a light sensor and a lens assembly to focus light from the broadband light source onto a fundus of an eye, and one or more processors to detect reflected and/or backscattered light from the eye, illuminated by the broadband light source, using the light sensor for determining spectral reflectance information, generate a plurality of spectral reflectance maps comprising counts of reflected and/or backscattered light at a different wavelength or a different range of wavelengths, assign a weight to each of the spectral reflectance maps, and determine one or more regions of interest from the weighted spectral reflectance maps as being a potential Alzheimer's Disease-associated pathology based on a detection of one or more biomarkers indicative of Tauopathy. |
| US11896374B2 |
Analyte sensor
Systems and methods of use for continuous analyte measurement of a host's vascular system are provided. In some embodiments, a continuous glucose measurement system includes a vascular access device, a sensor and sensor electronics, the system being configured for insertion into communication with a host's circulatory system. |
| US11896372B2 |
Device for reading, processing and transmitting test result data for pathogens or viruses in fluid test samples
The embodiments disclose a test cartridge assembly system including a test cartridge assembly for loading of a test sample moving the fluid through the internal fluidic channels processing and presenting the sample to one or more electrochemical sensors for measuring analytes in the test sample, at least one fluidic channel formed directly in a rigid portion of an upper test cartridge assembly housing to form a fluidic path, a port coupled to the at least one fluidic channel for receiving a spring loaded vacuum source, a port coupled to the upper test cartridge assembly housing to communicate the vacuum through the upper cartridge housing into the fluidic path, and a functional layer coupled to the test cartridge assembly configured to provide electrical functionalities and interconnections to various fluidic components. |
| US11896371B2 |
Method and apparatus for improving lag correction during in vivo measurement of analyte concentration with analyte concentration variability and range data
Methods, devices, and systems are provided for correcting lag in measurements of analyte concentration level in interstitial fluid. The invention includes receiving a signal representative of sensor data from an analyte monitoring system related to an analyte level measured over time, computing rates of change of the sensor data for a time period of the sensor data, computing a rate distribution of the rates of change, transforming the rate distribution into a linear arrangement, determining a best-fit line for the transformed rate distribution, computing a slope of the best-fit line; and using the slope of the best-fit line as a representation of a variability of the analyte level to adjust an amount of lag correction applied to the sensor data. Numerous additional features are disclosed. |
| US11896367B2 |
Wireless in-shoe physical activity monitoring
A method includes obtaining foot force data that is created by sampling, in accordance with a sampling signal, data from a plurality of pressure sensing elements of a shoe sensor system, where the plurality of pressure sensing elements are distributed in a pattern having a first pressure sensing element at a fifth metatarsal area of a lateral wall of an insole of a shoe associated with the shoe sensor system, and a second pressure sensing element at a first metatarsal area of a medial wall of the insole. The method further includes processing the foot force data to determine a horizontal force of a foot of a user of the shoe sensor system while the user is performing a movement while wearing the shoe. |
| US11896364B2 |
Systems and methods for registration of multiple vision systems
A non-transitory machine-readable media storing instructions is provided. The instructions cause one or more processors to: define a subregion of a model of an anatomic region of a patient anatomy, the subregion corresponding to an area surrounding a tip of an image capture probe located within the anatomic region, the subregion including a plurality of virtual tissue structures—a set of virtual tissue structures of the plurality of virtual tissue structures is situated distally from the tip of the probe; compare a tissue structure in an image received from a camera positioned at the tip of the probe to a portion of the plurality of virtual tissue structures to identify a closest matched virtual tissue structure; and based on identification of the closest matched virtual tissue structure, register the image to the model to identify a virtual probe position for the tip of the probe with respect to the model. |
| US11896362B2 |
Medical image processing apparatus, method of medical image processing, and nonvolatile computer readable storage medium storing therein medical image processing program
A medical image processing apparatus according to the present embodiment includes processing circuitry. The processing circuitry inputs a first magnetic resonance image reconstructed with super-resolution processing on magnetic resonance data and a second magnetic resonance image obtained by imaging the same object as that of the first magnetic resonance image and with artifacts suppressed compared with the first magnetic resonance image, to a leaned model, the learned model being configured to output a third magnetic resonance image having the same resolution as that of the first magnetic resonance image and with the artifacts suppressed, generates the third magnetic resonance image based on the first magnetic resonance image and the second magnetic resonance image, using the learned model. |
| US11896361B2 |
Image generating apparatus, image generation method, and nontransitory computer-readable storage medium storing therein image generation program
An image generating apparatus according to the embodiment includes processing circuitry. The processing circuitry acquires MR data acquired in read-out directions including a first read-out direction and a second read-out direction intersecting the first read-out direction, filter sensitivity distributions corresponding to the read-out directions and indicating distributions of sensitivity of a low-pass filter, and coil sensitivity distributions corresponding to coil elements used to acquire the MR data. The processing circuitry generates synthesis sensitivity distributions for the respective read-out directions by synthesizing the filter sensitivity distributions and the coil sensitivity distributions for the respective read-out directions. The processing circuitry generates an MR image based on the synthesis sensitivity distributions and MR data. |
| US11896360B2 |
Systems and methods for generating thin image slices from thick image slices
Systems and methods for generating thin slice images from thick slice images are disclosed herein. In some examples, a deep learning system may calculate a residual from a thick slice image and add the residual to the thick slice image to generate a thin slice image. In some examples, the deep learning system includes a neural network. In some examples, the neural network may include one or more levels, where one or more of the levels include one or more blocks. In some examples, each level includes a convolution block and a non-linear activation function block. The levels of the neural network may be in a cascaded arrangement in some examples. |
| US11896358B2 |
Device and method for dynamic skin impedance measurement and correction
A skin impedance measuring device and method includes: an electrode system having at least two electrodes placed on the skin; an adjustable voltage output unit to generate forward and reverse voltages on the electrodes; a skin impedance measurement unit to measure electrical signals from the electrodes; a central processing unit and a computing memory for calculating forward and reverse skin impedances, determining whether the measurement results are abnormal, and correcting abnormal results by delivering additional DC or AC voltages of adjustable magnitudes and frequencies based on impedances; and a display unit. |
| US11896357B2 |
Systems and methods for detecting physical changes without physical contact
Systems and methods are provided for detecting and analyzing changes in a body. For example, a system includes an electric field generator configured to produce an electric field. The system includes an external sensor device configured to detect physical changes in the electric field, where the physical changes affect amplitude and frequency of the electric field. The system includes a quadrature demodulator configured to detect changes of the frequency of the output of the electric field generator. The system includes an amplitude reference source and an amplitude comparison switch configured to detect changes of the amplitude of the output of the electric field generator. The system includes a signal processor configured to analyze the changes of the amplitude and frequency of the output of the electric field generator. |
| US11896355B2 |
Blood pressure tracking and detection system
A blood pressure tracking and detection system. The pressure application and release module is configured to apply a pressure to a detected part of a target user according to a pressure application instruction. The pressure application and release module is further configured to release the pressure on the detected part of the target user according to a pressure release instruction. The signal obtaining module is connected to the pressure application and release module. The signal obtaining module is configured to obtain a photoplethysmography (PPG) signal and a pressure signal of the detected part of the target user. The blood pressure tracking and detection module is connected to the signal obtaining module. The blood pressure tracking and detection module is configured to determine an initial blood pressure of the detected part of the target user according to a PPG signal and a pressure signal in a pressure application and release cycle. |
| US11896348B2 |
Large surface area temperature sensing device
A temperature probe for monitoring temperatures of a surface of a tissue or organ within the body of a subject includes a section with a substantially two-dimensional arrangement and a plurality of temperature sensors positioned across an area defined by the substantially two-dimensional arrangement. Such an apparatus may be used in conjunction with procedures in which thermal techniques are used to diagnose a disease state or treat diseased tissue. Specifically, a temperature probe may be used to monitor temperatures across an area of a surface of a tissue or organ located close to the treated tissue to prevent subjection of the monitored tissue or organ to potentially damaging temperatures. |
| US11896347B2 |
Optical waveguide for generating ultrasonic waves
An optical waveguide-transmitter apparatus, an ultrasonic transceiver apparatus, an ultrasonic imaging apparatus and an associated production method are disclosed. The optical waveguide-transmitter apparatus includes a substrate made of a semiconductor material; a carrier layer arranged on the substrate; and at least one transmitter-optical waveguide made of a semiconductor material with a refractive index greater than a refractive index of the carrier layer. At least one side of the waveguide is at least partially surrounded by the carrier layer. The waveguide is configured at an end facing toward the examination region for a decoupling of the light beams into the examination region for generating the ultrasonic waves in the examination region by way of the decoupled light beams for an optoacoustic imaging and/or has, on the end facing toward the examination region, an optical absorption layer for such a conversion of the light beams. |
| US11896346B2 |
Short-wave infrared sensor for identifying based on water content
An optical system operating in the near or short-wave infrared wavelength range identifies an object based on water absorption. The system comprises a light source with modulated light emitting diodes operating at wavelengths near 1090 and 1440 nanometers, corresponding to lower and higher water absorption. The system further comprises one or more wavelength selective filters and a housing that is further coupled to an electrical circuit and a processor. The detection system comprises photodetectors that are synchronized to the light source, and the detection system receives at least a portion of light reflected from the object. The system is configured to identify the object by comparing the reflected light at the first and second wavelength to generate an output value, and then comparing the output value to a threshold. The optical system may be further coupled to a wearable device or a remote sensing system with a time-of-flight sensor. |
| US11896345B2 |
Device for producing an image of depth-dependent morphological structures of skin lesions
A device for producing a plurality of images for assisting in characterizing skin lesions, the device includes a capturing unit for selectively illuminating and capturing recordings of an area of skin presenting a skin lesion, the capturing unit comprising magnifying optics providing at least 160× optical magnification of the area of skin for capturing morphological structures of the skin lesion; a focusing unit associated with the magnifying optics and configured to place a focal plane of the magnifying optics in a plurality of different depth planes below a skin surface of the area of skin starting from the skin surface; a control unit configured to control the focusing unit or the capturing unit and preferably controlling them in such a manner that the capturing unit captures a recording when the focal plane is located in a respective depth plane; and a processing and output unit for image production based on the image information provided by the capturing unit. |
| US11896344B2 |
Hybrid matching network topology
The present disclosure relates to plasma generation systems which utilize plasma for semiconductor processing. The plasma generation system disclosed herein employs a hybrid matching network. The plasma generation system includes a RF generator and a matching network. The matching network includes a first-stage to perform low-Q impedance transformations during high-speed variations in impedance. The matching network includes a second-stage to perform impedance matching for high-Q impedance transformations. The matching network further includes a sensor coupled to the first-stage and the second-stage to calculate the signals that are used to engage the first and second-stages. The matching network includes a first-stage network that is agile enough to tune each state in a modulated RF waveform and a second-stage network to tune a single state in a RF modulated waveform. The plasma generation system also includes a plasma chamber coupled to the matching network. |
| US11896343B2 |
Optical imaging device and cap
The present invention provides a removable optical imaging device cap for use with a near infrared (NIR) light optical imaging device for detecting intracranial hematoma. |
| US11896341B2 |
Portable device having user interface for visualizing data from medical monitoring and laboratory equipment
A wireless device for facilitating visualization of a state of a patient being monitored by monitoring equipment. The device includes a wireless network interface, a camera, and a touch-sensitive display. A processor is in communication with the wireless network interface, the camera, a memory and the touch-sensitive display over a system bus. The device wirelessly receives data representative of a state of a first physiological parameter of a patient over a time interval. The visualization data includes a plurality of visualization data values, each of the visualization data values being generated by a data visualization module of the data visualization server from multiple values of machine data produced by the monitoring equipment in connection with monitoring the first physiological parameter. A first portion of a monitoring screen displayed by the device includes a graphical representation of the visualization data over the time interval along with or more range indicators. |
| US11896339B2 |
Robotic surgical systems having a fixed roll insertion guide
A robotic surgical system includes a surgical tool including a drive housing having first and second ends, a carriage movably mounted to the drive housing, and an elongate shaft extending from the carriage and penetrating the first end, the shaft having an end effector arranged at a distal end. An instrument driver is arranged at an end of a robotic arm and includes a body having proximal and distal ends and defining a central aperture extending between the proximal and distal ends, the shaft and the end effector penetrate the instrument driver by extending through the central aperture, an outer housing extending between the proximal and distal ends, a tool drive assembly provided at the proximal end and extending into the outer housing, and a drive motor operatively coupled to the tool drive assembly and operable to cause the tool drive assembly to rotate relative to the outer housing. |
| US11896338B2 |
Manual release for medical device drive system
A medical device drive system can include a rotational input, a coupling member engaged with the rotational input, a first gear having an engagement feature sized and shaped to engage with the coupling member, and a second gear coupled with the first gear, the second gear coupled to a movable element. The system can have a first system state and a second system state. In the first system state the coupling member is not engaged with the engagement feature and the first gear rotates without moving the coupling member. In the second system state the coupling member is engaged with the engagement feature of the first gear and rotation of the rotational input turns the coupling member, the first gear, and the second gear to move the movable element. |
| US11896337B2 |
Instrument for surgery
Provided is an instrument for surgery and, more specifically, to an instrument for surgery which can be manually operated in order to be used for laparoscopic surgery or various types of surgery. |
| US11896334B2 |
Computer-assisted teleoperated surgery systems and methods
Systems and methods for minimally invasive computer-assisted telesurgery are described. For example, this disclosure describes computer-assisted teleoperated surgery instruments with cable-actuated joint mechanisms Some such joint mechanisms include linkages that maintain the joints in operable configurations without relying on cable tension to do so. |
| US11896332B2 |
Robotic surgical assemblies and surgical instrument holders thereof
A surgical instrument holder includes a carriage and a drive coupler. The carriage is configured for movable engagement to a surgical robotic arm. The drive coupler includes an outer member and a first gear rotatably disposed therein. The outer member extends from the carriage and defines a lateral slot configured for lateral receipt of a surgical instrument. The first gear defines a lateral slot and is rotatable within the outer member to a first position, in which the lateral slot of the first gear is in alignment with the lateral slot of the outer member such that a surgical instrument is receivable within the drive coupler through the lateral slots of the outer member and the first gear. |
| US11896330B2 |
Robotic medical system having multiple medical instruments
Certain aspects relate to robotic medical instrument systems. Such a system can include first and second medical instruments. The first medical instrument can include an instrument base and an elongate shaft extending from the instrument base, and a robotic drive input. The first medical instrument may include an instrument inlet. The second medical instrument may include an instrument base and an elongate shaft that extends through the instrument inlet. The second medical instrument can include a robotic drive input that is coupled to a rotating element in the second medical instrument. The robotic medical instrument system can include a robotic arm that has first and second robotic drive outputs. The first robotic drive output can drive the robotic drive input of the first medical instrument, and the second robotic drive output can drive the robotic drive input of the second medical instrument. |
| US11896328B1 |
Robotic arthroscopic surgery for joint repair
Methods, apparatuses, and systems performing robotic arthroscopic surgery for extensor retinaculum are disclosed. The disclosed surgical robot receives user inputs, workflow objects, and data files containing surgical actions for robotic movements from a surgery network. The surgical tools required for performing the robotic arthroscopic surgery are displayed on a user interface for the surgical tools to be enabled or disabled. The robotic arthroscopic surgical steps are displayed on the user interface in a sequence to enable execution of the data files containing the robotic movements. The robotic movements are used to perform surgical steps or assist a surgeon in performing surgical steps. |
| US11896320B2 |
Optical tracking device with built-in structured light module
A system is disclosed that includes an optical tracking device and a surgical computing device. The optical tracking device includes a structured light module and an optical module that includes an image sensor and is spaced from the structured light module at a known distance. The surgical computing device includes a display device, a non-transitory computer readable medium including instructions, and processor(s) configured to execute the instructions to generate a depth map from a first image captured by the image sensor during projection of a pattern into a surgical environment by the structured light module. The pattern is projected in a near-infrared (NIR) spectrum. The processor(s) are further configured to execute the stored instructions to reconstruct a 3D surface of anatomical structure(s) based on the generated depth map. Additionally, the processor(s) are configured to execute the stored instructions to output the reconstructed 3D surface to the display device. |
| US11896318B2 |
Methods and systems for controlling a surgical robot
Methods and systems for controlling a robotic arm include tracking a motion of a handheld device using a motion tracking system, and controlling a robotic arm to adjust at least one of a position and an orientation of an end effector of the robotic arm based on the tracked motion of the handheld device. Further embodiments include methods and systems for transferring a robotic arm from a mounting surface to a mobile cart that include tracking the location of the mobile cart relative to the robotic arm using a motion tracking system, and controlling the robotic arm to move the arm into a pose that facilitates transferring the robotic arm from the mounting surface to the mobile cart based on the tracked location of the mobile cart. |
| US11896317B2 |
Triangulation of item in patient body
A surgical positioning system includes an emitter secured to a medical implant; at least three microphones; at least one processor; and a memory. The emitter has a speaker and a power source. The memory stores instructions for execution by the processor that, when executed, cause the processor to receive, from each of the at least three microphones, information about a detected sound; and calculate, based on position information corresponding to each of the at least three microphones and the received information, a position of the implant. |
| US11896314B2 |
Surgical instrument including housing, a cutting accessory that extends from the housing and actuators that establish the position of the cutting accessory relative to the housing
A system including an instrument adapted to be manually supported and moved by a user. The instrument having a hand-held portion, a working portion movably coupled to the hand-held portion, and a plurality of actuators operatively coupled to the working portion for moving the working portion in a plurality of degrees of freedom relative to the hand-held portion. The instrument having a tracking device attached to the hand-held portion. The system including a navigation system for determining a position of the working portion relative to a target volume, and a control system in communication with the actuators to control the actuators to move the working portion relative to the hand-held portion such that the working portion autonomously follows a path defined in the control system to remove material of the target volume while the user maintains the hand-held portion in a gross position relative to the target volume. |
| US11896308B2 |
Miniaturized mobile, low cost optical coherence tomography system for home based ophthalmic applications
Improved optical coherence tomography systems and methods to measure thickness of the retina are presented. The systems may be compact, handheld, provide in-home monitoring, allow the patient to measure himself or herself, and be robust enough to be dropped while still measuring the retina reliably. |
| US11896307B2 |
Ophthalmologic apparatus and method of controlling same
An ophthalmologic apparatus includes a refractive power measurement optical system, a fixation projection system, an inspection optical system, and a controller. The refractive power measurement optical system includes a first focusing element capable of changing a focal position, and is configured to project first light onto a subject's eye and to detect returning light of the first light from the subject's eye via the first focusing element. The fixation projection system is configured to project fixation light target onto the subject's eye. The inspection optical system includes a second focusing element capable of changing a focal position in conjunction with the first focusing element, and is used for a predetermined inspection in which second light is projected onto at least the subject's eye via the second focusing element. The controller is configured to control the first focusing element and the second focusing element based on a detection result of the returning light, and to perform refractive power measurement using the first light in a state of promoting a fogging of the subject's eye by controlling the fixation projection system after performing the predetermined inspection by inspection optical system. |
| US11896306B2 |
Optical measurement systems and processes with non-telecentric projection of fixation target to eye
A system includes: a first movable stage which is movable with respect to an eye of a subject; a second movable stage mounted on the first movable stage, wherein the second movable stage is movable with respect to the first movable stage; a fixation target disposed on the second movable stage; and an optical system disposed in an optical path between the fixation target and the eye, wherein the optical system is configured for projecting the fixation target upon the eye to accommodate the eye, and wherein moving the second movable stage to a position where the fixation target is moved away from the eye by an additional amount causes blur cues of the fixation target to indicate to the subject that the fixation target is moving away from the eye while the size of an image of the fixation target on the retina of the eye decreases. |
| US11896301B2 |
Handheld device for performing a treatment operation on skin
According to an aspect, there is provided a handheld device (2) for applying energy pulses to skin (17) of a subject to perform a treatment operation as the handheld device is moved across the skin, the handheld device comprising: an aperture (6) that is to be placed adjacent to the skin; at least one energy source (8) for generating an energy pulse and for providing the energy pulse through the aperture to perform the treatment operation on 5 skin adjacent the aperture, wherein the at least one energy source has a minimum pulse repetition period following the generation of an energy pulse before a subsequent energy pulse can be generated; a first skin property sensor (14) for measuring a skin property and for outputting a first measurement signal representing measurements of the skin property at a first sensing position (24), wherein the skin property is a property that changes in response to the application of an energy pulse to the skin, and wherein the first sensing position is in front of the aperture relative to an intended motion direction of the handheld device over the skin; a second skin property sensor (16) for measuring the skin property and for outputting a second measurement signal representing measurements of the skin property at a second sensing position (26), wherein the second sensing position is behind the aperture relative to the intended motion direction; a memory unit (56); and a control unit (10) that is coupled to the at least one energy source to control the generation of energy pulses by the at least one energy source, and coupled to the first skin property sensor and the second skin property sensor to obtain the first measurement signal and the second measurement signal, wherein the control unit is configured to store a profile of at least the first measurement signal in the memory unit; wherein the control unit is further configured to, when the handheld device is moving in the intended motion direction over the skin: analyse the profile of the first measurement signal to determine if the first skin property sensor is passing over a previously treated area of skin; on detecting that the first skin property sensor is not passing over a previously treated area of skin, control the at least one energy source to generate an energy pulse if, or once, the minimum pulse repetition period following the generation of a previous energy pulse has expired; on detecting that the first skin property sensor is passing over a previously treated area of skin, performing the consecutive operations of: preventing the generation of an energy pulse, even if the minimum pulse repetition period following the generation of a previous energy pulse has expired; marking a point in the profile of the first measurement signal stored in the memory unit according to a predetermined rule, wherein the marked point relates to a position on the previously treated area of skin; using information about the marked point, analyse the profile of the second measurement signal to identify a similar marked point in the profile of the second measurement signal; on identifying the similar marked point in the profile of the second measurement signal, controlling the at least one energy source to generate an energy pulse if, or once, the minimum pulse repetition period following the generation of a previous energy pulse has expired. |
| US11896299B2 |
Modular treatment device
A method of treating tissue of a patient uses a device including a mother case, a belt, at least one treatment unit and at least two applicators. The treatment method may include attaching first and second applicators to the belt at a working distance to the patient's surface, and providing different treatment energy to the first applicator and the second applicator. A treatment pattern is created by the applicators providing the different treatment energies. The hardware pattern or positions of the applicators on the belt may be changed before and/or during the treatment. The hardware pattern may be based on selected treatment effect and body part. |
| US11896298B2 |
Pulsed field ablation device and method
An ablation device and method for pulsed field ablation, the device comprising a catheter including an expandable basket, a set of electrodes formed on the expandable basket, and a pulse generator suitable for generating electric pulses wherein the pulse generator being in electrical connection with the set of electrodes. The expandable basket is formed of a braided mesh of filaments, wherein the filaments are made of nonconductive material, wherein at least portion of the filaments comprises a lumen, or is made by molding, wherein the filaments further include electrodes and conductive wires. The conductive wires at least partially lead inside of the lumen of the filaments, or are overmolded and are electrically connected to the electrodes. |
| US11896295B2 |
High-density electrode-based medical device system
A medical device system is disclosed including a high-density arrangement of transducers, which may be configured to ablate, stimulate, or sense characteristics of tissue inside a bodily cavity, such as an intra-cardiac cavity. High-density arrangements of transducers may be achieved, at least in part, by overlapping elongate members on which the transducers are located, and varying sizes, shapes, or both of the transducers, especially in view of the overlapping of the elongate members. Also, the high-density arrangements of transducers may be achieved, at least in part, by including one or more recessed portions in an elongate member in order to expose one or more transducers on an underlying elongate member in a region adjacent an elongate-member-overlap region. |
| US11896293B2 |
Nasal tissue treatment method and related device
Nasal airway reshaping is accomplished using a fractional treatment device applied externally to the nose to insert needle electrodes into nasal tissue to be reshaped. Energy is applied via the electrodes to cause at least partial coagulation of the nasal tissue within zones around each of the plurality of needle electrodes while pressure is applied internally to achieve the desired reshaping. |
| US11896289B2 |
Latching clamp arm for electrosurgical shears
A surgical instrument includes an end effector, a handle assembly, and a latch assembly. The end effector includes a first jaw, a second jaw pivotably coupled with the first jaw, a knife, and an electrode assembly. The handle assembly includes a housing associated with the first jaw, and an arm associated with the second jaw. The arm can pivot the second jaw between an open position and a closed position. The latch assembly can transition between an unlatched configuration and a latched configuration. The latch assembly can prevent the arm from pivoting the second jaw from the closed position toward the open position in the latched configuration. The latch assembly can allow the arm to pivot the second jaw from the closed position toward the open position in the unlatched configuration. |
| US11896286B2 |
Magnetic and optical catheter alignment
In one embodiment, an apparatus for calibrating a probe that includes an image sensor and a magnetic field sensor, includes a jig configured to hold the probe, a magnetic field generator configured to generate at least one magnetic field having a predefined direction in alignment with the jig, an optical target aligned with the jig so that the image sensor in the probe is able to capture an image of the optical target while the probe is held in the jig, and processing circuitry configured to receive from the probe a signal output by the magnetic field sensor in response to the at least one magnetic field and the image captured by the image sensor while the probe is held in the jig, and to calibrate an alignment of the image sensor relative to the magnetic field sensor responsively to the received signal and the received image. |
| US11896285B2 |
Device with movable buttons or switches and visual indicator
An electrosurgical device comprising: a) two or more functional states; b) a selector assembly that moves between at least a first position and a second position, the selector assembly including: i) one or more shuttles; ii) one or more buttons; iii) one or more circuit boards with one or more switches; and iv) one or more indicators; wherein the selector assembly in the first position is configured to provide a first one of the two or more functional states, and in the second position is configured to provide a second one of the two or more functional states; and wherein the one or more indicators communicates a first color, corresponding to the first functional state, and communicates a second color corresponding to the second functional state. |
| US11896273B2 |
Orthognathic surgical implant assembly having pre-osteotomy and post-osteotomy alignment members
An implant assembly and its method of use, used in computer-aided orthognathic surgery for properly repositioning a mobile bone segment separated by osteotomy from a malformed mandible, maxilla or chin, the implant assembly comprising fixation bone plates, at least one removable alignment plate for proper pre-osteotomy placement of the implant assembly onto the mandible, maxilla or chin, at least one removable post-osteotomy alignment plate for proper positioning of the mobile bone segment relative to the mandible, maxilla or chin, and a removable cutting guide for guiding the osteotomy saw during separation of the mobile bone segment from the mandible, maxilla or chin. |
| US11896272B2 |
Bone plate system and method
A bone plate system comprises a bone screw and a bone plate having at least two screw-receiving hole structures, at least one of the hole structures comprising an eccentric portion adjacent a first seating area for biasing bone in an inferior fusion area into dynamic compression as the screw is advanced, and a cowl portion that at least partially defines a second seating area and being positioned to enable cross-screw compression of an inferior fusion area. The screw is seatable in either the first or second seating area at the option of a surgeon. A surgical method generally comprises inserting a bone screw into the compression plate and compressing bone in an inferior fusion area by either dynamic or cross-screw compression. |
| US11896271B2 |
Stabilization systems
Devices, systems, and methods of bone stabilization. The bone stabilization system includes a mesh body. The mesh body includes a plurality of rings, with each of the rings defining a screw hole. Bridge portions extend between and interconnect the rings. The bridge portions have a reduced thickness compared to the rings. An elongate body may also extend from the mesh body. The elongate body defines at least one screw hole. |
| US11896270B2 |
Systems and methods for using polyaxial plates
Certain embodiments of the invention provide plates for treating periarticular fractures or other non-full body weight bearing applications that combine polyaxial fixation with a low profile and enhanced contouring that more closely conforms to bone. Such plates can be designed to achieve buttressing effect and/or to be used in a reinforcement mode. Other features can be combined with these. Such plates can be created for use on bone sites such as on a tibia, fibula, metatarsal, calcaneous, other foot bone, humerus, radius, ulna, spinal, maxillofacial, as well as sites on other bones. |
| US11896269B2 |
Inserter and method for securing an implant to a spinal process with a flexible fastening system
A surgical instrument includes a body, a securement arm, a clamp lock, and a tensioning assembly. The body defines a longitudinal axis and has proximal and distal portions. The distal portion defines a recess. The securement arm is coupled to the body and translatable along the body in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis between first and second position. The clamp lock is pivotally coupled to the distal portion of the body. The clamp lock is pivotable between secured and unsecured configurations. The tensioning assembly translatable in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis between proximal and distal position. The tensioning assembly configured to draw a flexible band to tension the flexible band about a bony element. |
| US11896265B2 |
Systems and methods for endometrial ablation
A system for treating uterine tissue having a seal assembly configured for positioning in a patient's cervical canal and uterine cavity; an expandable distal balloon portion; an expandable elongate medial balloon portion configured for movement between a first transversely expanded shape for engaging a cervical canal and a second transversely non-expanded shape for trans-cervical insertion; and a fluid source in communication with distal balloon portion and medial balloon portion for expansion of said balloon portions. |
| US11896263B2 |
Surgical access device with fixation mechanism
A surgical access device includes a cannula body and a fixation mechanism. The fixation mechanism includes a collar, a driver, a distal ring, a proximal ring, and a plurality of petals. The driver extends distally from the collar, and the distal ring is operatively engaged with a distal portion of the driver. The proximal ring at least partially surrounds an elongated portion of the cannula body and is disposed proximally of the distal ring. The plurality of petals extends proximally from the distal ring and is longitudinally translatable relative to the proximal ring. Longitudinal translation of the collar causes the plurality of petals to move between a first position defining a first gap between a proximal end of the plurality of petals and the elongated portion, and a second position defining a second, greater gap between the proximal end of the plurality of petals and the elongated portion. |
| US11896260B2 |
Tissue-removing catheter
A tissue-removing catheter for removing tissue in a body lumen includes a tube extending axially along the catheter. A junction box housing is located at a distal end of the tube. An elongate body extends distally from the junction box housing. The elongate body is sized and shaped to be received in the body lumen. A gear assembly is disposed in the junction box housing. The gear assembly engages the elongate body for rotating the elongate body. A tissue-removing element is mounted on a distal end portion of the elongate body. The tissue-removing element is configured to remove the tissue as the tissue-removing element is rotated by the elongate body within the body lumen. |
| US11896255B2 |
End-effector jaw closure transmission systems for remote access tools
A jaw closure transmission system is presented comprising an input sub-system, output sub-system and a transmission sub-system. |
| US11896252B2 |
Medical device to remove an obstruction from a body lumen, vessel or organ
A hand-held gripping device that allows a surgeon to reach interior portions of a person's anatomy, includes a gripping portion having a pair of jaws and/or nets movable relative to each other between fully clamped and fully opened positions thereof, a handle portion spaced apart from the jaw portion by a bendable central portion that is hollow and corrugated, with a cord extending therethrough. |
| US11896249B2 |
Lithotripsy system having a drill and lateral emitter
A system to deliver energy to treat a mobile calculus, the system can include a drill and a lateral energy emitter. The drill can be configured to drill a recess into the mobile calculus or a passage through the mobile calculus. The lateral energy emitter can be configured to be advanced into the recess or the passage and to transmit the energy internal to the mobile calculus to fragment the mobile calculus. In some examples, the system can include a deployable capture portion to constrain a stone relative to the capture portion. |
| US11896245B2 |
Catheter systems for accessing the brain for treatment of ischemic stroke
The invention describes catheter systems and methods for accessing the brain during endovascular/neurointervention procedures in the treatment of ischemic stroke. More specifically, a multi-axial catheter system and kit is described that improves the process of accessing a carotid artery particularly in patients having a tortuous aortic arch and thereafter improves the process of gaining access to the brain to enable the insertion of aspiration and/or the deployment clot retrieval devices. In addition, methods of utilizing these systems are described. |
| US11896242B2 |
Kit including a guiding system and a bone material removal device
A kit (4000, 5100) including a guiding system and a cannulated bone material removal device, the bone material removal device (4004, 5200) having a longitudinal shaft (4024, 5202) and comprising on the longitudinal shaft a radially expandable cutting portion (4028, 5208) having a longitudinally-oriented cutting edge (2124), the radial expansion comprising an increase of a cross-sectional diameter of the bone material removal device at the longitudinal position of the expandable cutting portion; and the guiding system including an arcuate element (4008, 5102), a guiding element (4010, 5104) configured to be attached to the arcuate element, and a cannula (4002, 5106), slidably insertable into a portion of the arcuate element; wherein the bone material removal device is axially displaceable within said cannula. The kit can be used in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. |
| US11896228B2 |
Devices, systems, and methods for tissue resection
Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure relate to devices, systems, and methods for tissue resection in a body lumen of a patient, and may include an endoscope and a backstop delivery device extendable through the endoscope. The backstop delivery device may deliver a backstop to a location of selected tissue for resection. A backstop may include a covering being deployable in a patient. The covering may have one or more anchoring mechanisms disposed on an edge of the covering. A tissue resecting device may be extendable through the endoscope for resecting the selected tissue for resection. The covering may be deployable to an outer surface of the body lumen, such that the anchoring mechanism may secure the covering to the outer surface of the body lumen and the covering may expand to cover the selected tissue for resection. |
| US11896225B2 |
Staple cartridge comprising a pan
A surgical severing and stapling instrument, suitable for laparoscopic and endoscopic clinical procedures, clamps tissue within an end effector of an elongate channel pivotally opposed by an anvil. An E-beam firing bar moves distally through the clamped end effector to sever tissue and to drive staples on each side of the cut. The E-beam firing bar affirmatively spaces the anvil from the elongate channel to assure properly formed closed staples, especially when an amount of tissue is clamped that is inadequate to space the end effector. In particular, an upper pin of the firing bar longitudinally moves through an anvil slot and a channel slot is captured between a lower cap and a middle pin of the firing bar to assure a minimum spacing. Forming the E-beam from a thickened distal portion and a thinned proximal strip enhances manufacturability and facilitates use in such articulating surgical instruments. |
| US11896224B2 |
Staple cartridge for a surgical instrument
The present disclosure provides a staple cartridge for a surgical instrument having a staple and a staple pusher. The staple pusher has a recess forming a pocket in its top surface for receiving at least the backspan of the staple. The pocket is at least partially surrounded by a circumferential supporting element in the staple pusher body to support the backspan. The pocket provides additional vertical space and support for the staple such that a smaller staple cartridge may provide a substantially similar performance as conventional staple cartridges, allowing for a more compact and maneuverable surgical instrument. In addition, the pocket in the staple pusher allows for a staple having a larger bend radius than conventional staples, thereby providing additional support for the staple and minimizing malformation of the staple during use. |
| US11896222B2 |
Methods of operating surgical end effectors
A surgical system is disclosed comprising a firing member, a motor configured to advance the firing member, a current sensor, and a control system configured to set a target firing speed range of the firing member based on a current draw of the motor sensed by the current sensor, set a threshold current draw range corresponding to the target firing speed range of the firing member, advance the firing member at a firing speed within the target firing speed range, monitor a current draw of the motor as the firing member is driven, compare the monitored current draw to the threshold current draw range, and adjust the firing speed of the firing member based on the monitored current draw crossing below a first non-zero current value corresponding to the threshold current draw range or above a second non-zero current value corresponding to the threshold current draw range. |
| US11896221B2 |
Surgical cartridge system with impedance sensors
A staple cartridge is disclosed that includes a first impedance sensing electrode and a second impedance sensing electrode. The first impedance sensing electrode is addressable to apply first energy to tissue positioned in a first zone. The second impedance sensing electrode is addressable to apply a second energy to tissue positioned in a second zone. A control circuit is configured to determine a thickness of the tissue positioned in the first zone based on the first energy and a thickness of the tissue positioned in the second zone based on the second energy. Advancement of a knife through an elongate slot of the staple cartridge is based on the determined thickness of the tissue in the first zone and the determined thickness of the tissue in the second zone. |
| US11896218B2 |
Method of using a powered stapling device
A surgical stapling assembly is disclosed. The surgical stapling assembly can include a first jaw, a second jaw, an articulation joint, a closure drive comprising a first flexible rotary drive extending through the articulation joint, and a firing drive comprising a second flexible rotary drive extending through the articulation joint and rotatable independent of the first flexible rotary drive. The surgical stapling assembly can further include a 3D-printed component. |
| US11896217B2 |
Surgical instrument comprising an articulation lock
A surgical instrument comprising a shaft, an end effector rotatably connected to the shaft about an articulation joint, and an articulation drive is disclosed. The articulation drive comprises a lock configured to hold the end effector in position when the articulation drive is not being operated. The articulation lock self-unlocks when the articulation drive is actuated. |
| US11896212B2 |
Percutaneous large hole procedure
A set of devices and associated methodology for percutaneously closing a puncture through the wall of an artery. The method includes inserting a guide wire through a percutaneous entry and into the artery; using the guide wire to guide an insertion of an introducer catheter into the artery; inserting a balloon catheter through the introducer catheter and into the artery; obtaining a tube having a clamp configured to selectively clamp to the introducer catheter; loading the tube with a plurality of fasteners, each fastener individually tethered to a suture; clamping the tube loaded with fasteners onto the introducer catheter, thereby aligning the puncture with a distal working end of the tube; ejecting two or more of the fasteners from the tube to attach onto the artery; percutaneously tying together the tethered sutures of the attached fasteners to draw the attached fasteners together, closing the puncture. |
| US11896210B2 |
Method and apparatus for coupling soft tissue to a bone
A method and apparatus for surgically repairing a tear in soft tissue is disclosed. A plurality of collapsible tubes are positioned about the suture. The collapsible tubes are pushed through soft tissue and orthopedic mesh on opposite sides of a tear in soft tissue. When tension is applied to the suture, the tubes are compressed to fix the suture to the soft tissue and draw the soft tissue portions together. |
| US11896208B2 |
Surgical retractor
A surgical retractor and configured to minimize tearing of the gloves without compromising the ability to grip tissue. The surgical retractor has a handle, a blade, and a plurality of retraction elements. The retraction elements may be fixed to the blade but arranged in a specific configuration that a minimizes tearing of the gloves without compromising the ability to grip tissue. The retraction elements may also be made deployable by having a deployed configuration in which the retraction elements are exposed, and a stowed configuration in which the retraction elements are hidden. |
| US11896207B2 |
Method for making braided medical devices
A method for making a braided medical device may involve positioning an insert inside a braided material, processing the braided material to form the braided medical device, dissolving and/or crushing the insert into multiple pieces, and removing the multiple pieces from the braided medical device. In some embodiments, the insert is made of gypsum. A braided medical device for occluding a defect in a heart may include a right disc for residing in a right side of the heart, a left disc having a partially circular shape for residing in a left side of the heart, and a waist extending between the right disc and the left disc and having a smaller diameter than that of either the right disc or the left disc. |
| US11896205B2 |
Digestive organ internal contents sampling capsule
A digestive organ internal contents sampling capsule for sampling internal contents in a digestive organ includes: a cylindrical container insoluble in a digestive tract for housing the internal contents in the digestive organ; an outer lid enclosing an orifice of the cylindrical container and to dissolve at least partially in the digestive organ; an inner lid arranged in the cylindrical container, and to swell in response to contact with the internal contents in the digestive organ to enclose the orifice of the cylindrical container after the orifice is exposed by dissolving of at least a part of the outer lid; and a marker material to be discharged together with the cylindrical container housing the internal contents in the digestive organ and feces. |
| US11896201B2 |
Insertable sleeve for speculum and use thereof
An insertable sleeve accessory and a method for use is provided. The insertable sleeve includes a cylindrical sleeve body. The cylindrical sleeve body includes an outer surface and an inner surface, the inner surface defining a hollow sleeve channel, and at least one open end. The cylindrical sleeve body is configured to be inserted into a vaginal cavity of a patient. The sleeve body is further configured to receive an insertion portion of a medical speculum in the hollow sleeve channel subsequent to being inserted into the vaginal cavity. |
| US11896199B2 |
Medical imaging device
A medical device comprising a shaft defining a first channel having a distal opening, a printed circuit board (PCB) coupled to a distal end of the shaft to expose the distal opening to an external environment, wherein the PCB includes an imager and at least one light, the imager and the at least one light mounted on a distal facing surface of the PCB, and an optically clear covering, wherein the covering covers the imager and the at least one light. |
| US11896197B2 |
Electrical device power management
An electrical device includes a memory storing a value indicative the remaining available rated capacity of one or more batteries. The stored value is changed in use to reflect reducing capacity. The initial stored value is chosen so that there is a very high (e.g. >99.9%) confidence that the one or more batteries will provide at least the capacity indicated by the initial stored value. This reduces the chance of failure during emergency procedures. The one or more batteries may be integral to the electrical device. An override facility is provided. |
| US11896196B2 |
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. |
| US11896194B2 |
Vacuum cleaner
A vacuum cleaner of the present disclosure includes a cleaner body having a suction motor provided inside thereof and a handle provided outside thereof, and a suction nozzle connected to the cleaner body, wherein the suction nozzle includes a housing having at least part of a front portion opened, and a rotary cleaning unit disposed inside the housing, having at least part thereof exposed through the opening of the housing, and configured to clean a floor by a rotating operation, wherein the rotary cleaning unit includes a cylindrical nozzle body rotatably installed inside the housing, and fiber filaments and metal filaments disposed on an outer circumferential surface of the nozzle body. |
| US11896192B2 |
Dirt detection method for cleaning device and dirt collecting device
A dirt detection method includes the steps of: selecting a motor with a motor processor, and then using the motor to provide power to form a negative pressure to suck the dirt into the dirt collection device, the motor processor sending the motor's operating signal to the detection processor that has written therein a threshold range for detection, and then comparing the threshold range with the operating signal from the motor processor. The invention is based on the motor as the power source of negative pressure, and the dirt collection device has good collection effect and sealing. Based on the equipment characteristics of the motor in the negative pressure system, the degree of dirt in the dirt collection device is detected by detecting the operating signal of the motor. |
| US11896188B2 |
Nozzle for cleaner
A nozzle for a cleaner has a nozzle housing, and first and second rotation cleaning units arranged on a lower side of the nozzle housing and spaced apart from each other. Each of the first and second rotation cleaning units includes a rotation plate coupled to a mop. The nozzle includes a first driving device having a first driving motor to drive the first rotation cleaning unit. The nozzle also includes a second driving device having a second driving motor to drive the second rotation cleaning unit. Further, the nozzle has a water tank mounted on the nozzle housing to store water. The nozzle housing includes driving unit covers arranged to surround each of the driving devices. At least one of the driving unit covers includes a first protruding surface, and a second protruding surface positioned higher than the first protruding surface. |
| US11896187B2 |
Central vacuum system and inlet valves therefor
A central vacuum cleaning system includes an inlet valve mounted at various locations in a structure or RV and connected to the inlet end of a vacuum conduit. A section of hose is slidably mounted within the conduit and extends from the inlet valve for cleaning an adjacent area. The hose includes a hose plug connected with a distal end of the hose. The hose plug includes an annular channel and an orthogonally aligned slot. The hose plug may also include a first seal and a second seal. |
| US11896182B2 |
Dishwasher with image-based object sensing
Image-based object sensing is utilized in a dishwasher to configure a wash cycle and/or perform other operations in the dishwasher. |
| US11896179B2 |
Compressible pre-moistened fibrous structures
Fibrous structures containing filaments and optionally, solid additives, wherein the pre-moistened fibrous structures exhibit wet compressive modulus values that are superior to known pre-moistened fibrous structures as measured according to the Wet Compressive Modulus Test Method described herein and methods for making same are provided. |
| US11896178B2 |
Cleaning assembly and cleaning robot
A cleaning assembly for a cleaning robot is provided. The cleaning assembly includes a motor, a transmission mechanism coupled with the motor, and a cleaning device comprising a shaft having a first gear coupled with the transmission mechanism and a cleaning module mounted to an end of the shaft. The transmission mechanism is configured to drive the shaft to rotate through the first gear. The shaft is configured to move axially. The cleaning module is configured to clean a surface area. |
| US11896175B2 |
Method and apparatus for updating working map of mobile robot, and storage medium
This application provides a method and an apparatus for updating a working map of a mobile robot, and a storage medium in the field of intelligent control technologies. The method includes: determining a plurality of detected environment maps based on object distribution information detected by the mobile robot in a moving process; merging the plurality of detected environment maps to obtain a merged environment map; and then performing weighting processing on the merged environment map and an environment layout map currently stored in the mobile robot, to obtain an updated environment layout map. The environment layout map stored in the mobile robot is updated by using the plurality of detected maps obtained by the mobile robot during working, so that the updated environment layout map can reflect a more detailed environment layout. This helps the mobile robot subsequently better execute a working task. |
| US11896172B2 |
Joint arrangement for the pivotable mounting of a lid, a seat or a seat/lid fitting on a ceramic sanitary article
A joint arrangement for the pivotable mounting of a lid, a seat or a seat/lid fitting about a pivot axis on a ceramic sanitary article, which joint arrangement comprises an elongate fastening element which is intended to be arranged on the sanitary article, a bearing element having a passage bore through which the fastening element is intended to engage, and a damper element which damps the pivoting movement and has a connecting element, which likewise has a passage bore into which the fastening element engages or through which said fastening element engages and which fits on the bearing element in the assembled position, wherein the bearing element has a retaining portion which receives the connecting element in a form-fitting manner. |
| US11896171B2 |
Integrated faucet and dryer with recirculating flow
One embodiment relates to a sink system having an air recirculating mechanism for exhausted hand dryer air. The sink system includes a sink deck having a sink opening and an outer shell. The sink deck being separated from a sink basin region of a sink basin by a vent ring. A sink basin defines a sink basin region and a plenum region. The plenum region is separated from the sink basin region by the vent ring. A plenum cavity is formed between an internal surface of the outer shall and the plenum region. The vent ring includes a vent with an associated opening. The opening is exposed to the sink basin region and to an area underneath the sink deck, the opening allowing a flow of air therethrough. A dryer is configured to direct forced air through a dryer exhaust port into the sink basin region of the sink basin. |
| US11896170B2 |
Package having an outward extending reclosure device
A package or pouch comprising one or more panel portions and a reclosure device. The reclosure device is provided to extend outward from a panel portion of the package to facilitate the use of the package to store and dispense wet wipes and like products. |
| US11896168B2 |
Towel bar with integrated robe hook
A towel bar includes a retractable and extendable robe hook. The robe hook may be formed in a wall-mounted first base joined by a towel bar to a wall-mounted second base. A shaft may be extended from the base to reveal the robe hook. When extended, the robe hook provides a location from which objects may be hung. When not needed, the robe hook may be pushed into the base and reside within an internal cavity, thereby concealed from view. |
| US11896167B2 |
Portable towel dryer
A portable towel dryer is provided in the present application, which comprises a main machine and a rack configured to hang a cloth, wherein the main machine comprises a shell, a heater mounted in the shell and a fan mounted in the shell, an air outlet is provided at a bottom of the shell corresponding to an outlet of the fan, the bottom of the shell is provided with an air inlet, and the heater is arranged on an airflow path of the fan, wherein the rack comprises a hanging rod, two supports respectively supporting both ends of the hanging rod, and a lifting mechanism configured to adjust the height of the supports, each of the supports is connected with the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is connected with the shell. |
| US11896166B2 |
Hygiene implement holder with shield
The holder rests or attaches to the ledge of a sink and stores a tool such as a toothbrush in an inverted position to drain into the sink basin. The holder includes a base cooperating with a suction cup, a post with at least one notch, and an arm with slots to hold the tool handle. In most cases, a three-walled shield protects the stored tool from splashes or debris created in the sink during regular use. The angle of the tool holder advantageously encourages any liquid debris on the tool to drain away from the tool as it dries during storage. In one example, a toothbrush handle rests in the notch and contacts the arm extending over the sink. The cleaning head, bristles, razor, or other working end of the tool will desirably hang to enhance the hygienic storage of the tool. A cover protects the tool from splashes. |
| US11896161B2 |
Implement attachment holder for a hand mixer
An implement attachment holder for a hand mixer includes a body defining opposed first and second surfaces and first and second mounting projections coupled with the body and extending away from the first surface of the body at respective first and second locations spaced apart at a first distance along a first direction. The attachment holder further includes a device retention projection extending away from the second surface of the body and partially along the first surface to at least partially overlie the first and second locations from which the first and second mounting projections extend. The device retention projection further defines at least three attachment channels extending in a second direction normal to the first direction at spaced-apart locations along the device retention projection. |
| US11896160B2 |
Grinder having blocking element
A grinder for a spice mill, in particular a hand-operated spice mill, having an inlet side for entry of unground grinding stock and an outlet side for the exit of ground grinding stock, including a rotor, a stator interacting with the rotor and a housing at least partially surrounding the rotor and/or stator. The housing includes a stator housing part, which is substantially rotationally fixedly connected to the stator, and a rotor housing part which is rotatable relative to the stator housing part and is substantially rotationally fixedly connected to the rotor via a connecting element. The connecting element is at least partially received in a recess in the rotor, and the connecting elements and the rotor are frictionally connected. The housing has, on a side of the rotor facing the inlet side, a blocking element which blocks displacement of the rotor in the direction of the inlet side. |
| US11896157B2 |
Roasting and glazing apparatus
A roasting and glazing apparatus includes a roaster, an agitator mounted within the roaster bowl for mixing a mixture of nuts and sugar during a roasting or glazing operation, a heater controlled to heat the roaster bowl during the roasting or glazing operation, and a cover removably mounted to the roaster bowl. The cover includes a reservoir for receiving water from a user and restricting water flow from the reservoir into the mixture of nuts and sugar in the roaster bowl. The cover and the roaster bowl together define a vent on a side of the cover opposite the reservoir. The vent is configured to direct steam out of the roaster bowl in a direction away from the reservoir. |
| US11896155B2 |
Article with reinforced nonstick food preparation surface
Cookware surfaces of metal, such as aluminum, may include a nonstick coating and embedded hard metal mesh. The mesh protects the nonstick coating between interior regions within the mesh from being cut or abraded by knives and other tools. |
| US11896154B2 |
Brewing device for a machine for preparing beverages, in particular coffee or tea
A brewing device for a machine for preparing beverages, in particular coffee or tea, in which the brewing device comprising a brewing chamber having a longitudinal axis, a frame having two walls arranged on opposite sides of the brewing chamber, and a fastening device. The fastening device is configured to releasably couple the brewing device to a support body in the beverage preparation machine and comprises a lever release device hinged to the frame to rotate about an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis between a normal coupling position, in which the lever release device stably holds the brewing device on the support body, and a release position, in which the lever release device allows the brewing device to be released from, or mounted on, the support body. |
| US11896153B2 |
Bed sheet for bed with negative space
A bedding 100 defining a pocket 102 to fit on top of a bed with negative space to accommodate side sleepers and stomach sleepers by providing a space for the user's arms and shoulders. The pocket 102 is configured to fit inside the negative space of the bed to keep the negative space of the bed clean. For ease of manufacturing, the bedding 100 is made from three separate sheets that are strategically cut and fastened together. |
| US11896151B2 |
Secured parcel delivery system
A secured parcel delivery system for creating temporary access through a door for delivered parcels includes a door. The door has a portal aperture which extends therethrough. The portal aperture includes a perimeter edge. A panel is pivotably attached to the perimeter edge. The panel is positionable in an open condition which exposes the portal aperture or in a closed condition which covers the portal aperture. A driver mechanism actuates the panel alternatingly between the open condition and the closed condition. A locking mechanism is attached to and releasably locks the panel when the panel is in the closed condition. The locking mechanism is actuated to an unlocked condition which allows the panel to be moved to the open condition or a locked condition which restrains the panel in the closed condition. |
| US11896150B2 |
Collapsible safe box
A collapsible safe box that can be removably or permanently affixed to a structure. The collapsible safe box may include protractible and retractable side member, bottom member, and lid. The collapsible safe box may include one or more electronic devices to monitor and operate the functioning of the safe box. In examples, the collapsible safe box may include means to allow for remove operation. |
| US11896147B2 |
Display case door
A display case including a frame with a first fastener, a door with a second fastener, and a bracket coupling the door to the frame is described. The bracket has a first end coupled a second end. The first end is pivotably coupled to the frame by the first fastener. The first end includes a first pair of spring arms having a first slot to couple to the first fastener and to allow the door to pivot between open and closed positions. The second end is slideably coupled to the door by the second fastener. The second end has detents on a second pair of spring arms and a second slot to allow the second fastener of the door to slide as the door is pivoted between open and closed positions. A first detent is positioned further from the first end of the bracket than a second detent. |
| US11896142B2 |
Insert for a baby bucket seat
Parents are always looking for ways to maximize the time spent on developing their baby's motor, communication, and sensory skills. The various embodiments of this invention gives parents a safe and secure alternative to the standard position of a baby while in an infant bucket seat. Baby can easily be turned around to experience all of the benefits of tummy time while parents shop, walk, or simply stay stationary. |
| US11896135B2 |
Mattress assembly, subassembly, or components thereof, and method of making same
Described herein is a method of forming a mattress (and product thereof) including providing a cover-top panel compact that includes a top panel having one or more filler layers and a drape that is affixed to the top panel at a first margin. The method entails detaching the drape at a second margin and inverting the drape to engage a supporting core, thereby completing the mattress assembly. |
| US11896129B2 |
Bedding foundation having roller movable for massage effect
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a roller carriage forward and backwards. The roller carriage includes wheels which move along rails supported below a rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform. The roller carriage includes a lifter which raises and lowers a roller independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the roller may be raised or lowered. The roller moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation. |
| US11896126B2 |
Device for storage of products
A device with enhanced long-term cleanliness for storing products includes a frame, pairs of supporting structures, and trays. The pairs of supporting structures are connected to opposite walls of the frame, and positioned in a receiving cavity of the frame. Each supporting structure includes a slide rail. The trays are detachably connected to the supporting structure. Each tray includes a mounting plate and two supporting portions, the mounting plate is connected to the two supporting portions, two supporting portions of each tray are positioned on the two slide rails of one supporting structure pair and are movable along two slide rails. The supporting structure in the frame and the supporting portion of the tray reduces connecting areas between the tray and the frame, the slide rails allowing easy movement of the trays, reducing metal and other debris generated over long usage of the facility. |
| US11896119B2 |
Two-stage lock assembly
A two-stage lock assembly comprising a multi-element lock tab configured for disposition in a lateral structure of a lock device. The multi-element lock tab may include a body that includes an end on which a first element and a second element are disposed. The first element may extend from the body farther than the second element to enable the first element to be introduced into a receiver prior to the second element. The multi-element lock tab may be configurable in a disengaged configuration in which the first element and the second element are not positioned in a receiver, a first engaged configuration in which the first element is positioned in the receiver and the second element is not, and a second engaged configuration in which the first and the second elements are positioned in the receiver. |
| US11896114B2 |
System for managing hair condition information and method for optimizing a cosmetic consultation system
Systems for managing hair condition information and methods for optimizing a cosmetic counseling system are provided. In an embodiment, the system comprises: a sensor for determining an item of hair condition information for a user, a memory configured to store the item of hair condition information, and a processor configured to update at least one item of hair condition information in the memory based on a discrepancy between an item of hair condition information for a user determined by using the sensor after a hair treatment and a predicted item of hair condition information for the user. |
| US11896110B2 |
Feed out container
A feed out container includes: a metal main body outer sleeve formed as a bottomed cylinder; a metal cylindrical inner member having a first portion provided within the interior of the main body outer sleeve and a second portion that constitutes an annular protrusion; an inner plate that holds a contained material; a lid body outer sleeve formed as a bottomed cylinder; a lid body inner sleeve provided within and in close contact with the interior of the lid body outer sleeve; and a feed out mechanism that moves the inner plate in an axial direction of the sleeve to feed out the contained material. At least one of a first O ring (31) that maintains an airtight seal between the lid body outer sleeve and the inner member and a second O ring fitted about the periphery of a portion of the inner member is provided. |
| US11896109B2 |
Systems, methods, and apparatuses for a cartridge-based cosmetic product dispensing system
The present application relates to the design of a class of beauty products that facilitates personalized replenishment. The physical product is a new type of dispenser comprising a pump assembly and a sleeve or housing for containing a replaceable cartridge of a specific type of product, such as a foundation. The cartridge is an air-less cartridge that may be releasably secured to the dispenser or pump assembly such that a user may remove the cartridge from the dispenser or pump and replace the cartridge with another cartridge containing the same or a different product. |
| US11896108B2 |
Modular and refillable container device
The present disclosure relates to refillable, modular containers consisting of a disposable refillable section and a retained section. The refillable section is dislodged from the retained section by pressing a release button which separates the two parts. Proximal to the releasing section is a connectable hinging mechanism by which individual modular containers can be connected and rotated about the hinge. |
| US11896099B2 |
Wallet with card holding mechanisms
The disclosure includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a flexible member coupled to the open-sided shell, and a pull tab coupled to the external surface of the flexible member. The disclosure also includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a flexible member coupled to the open-sided shell, a stretchable band configured to wrap around the open-sided shell and the flexible member, and a radio frequency identification (RFID) protection plate coupled to the open-sided shell. In some embodiments, the RFID protection plate is configured to securably couple at least one personal card between the RFID protection plate and the open-sided shell. The disclosure includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a first protruding portion coupled to the open-sided shell, and a second protruding portion coupled to the open-sided shell. |
| US11896095B2 |
Umbrella sliding assembly
A umbrella sliding assembly, includes a post, a slider, a first pulley, a second pulley and a fixing piece. The post is provided with a first track groove and a second track groove. The slider is arranged on the post. The first or second pulley is rotatably mounted on the slider and arranged in a row along a longitudinal direction of the slider, and extends into the first or second track groove, so that the first or second pulley pulley abuts against an inner wall of the first or second track groove. The fixing piece is mounted on the slider and includes a fixing part matchingly fixed with the post, when the fixing part is matchingly fixed with the post, the slider is fixed to the post, and when the fixing part is separated from the post, the slider is movable along a longitudinal direction of the postumbrella sliding assembly. |
| US11896087B2 |
Orthopedic shoe sole or insole and shoe for people with hallux valgus
A sole or insole for an orthopedic shoe for persons with hallux valgus. The sole or insole includes a main part located at least under and supporting the Digitis Pedis II to V and the ball of the foot, and an element movably connected to the main part that is located under and supports the Digitis Pedis I. The main part of the sole or insole includes a cavity under the Digitis Pedis II to V and/or the transverse arch of the foot that contains a hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, electric or other device that causes rotary movement of the moveable element in the horizontal plane laterally away from the main part during a walking movement, in particular caused by the compressive force caused by the wearer's own weight on the sole or insole. |
| US11896086B2 |
Article of footwear with external support member
An article of footwear includes a dynamic support member that provides support to a foot. The support member is external to the article. The support member provides dynamic support by tightening around the foot when a user applies a strong enough force against a base portion of the support member. The support member includes several lateral gaps that facilitate increased flexibility for some portions of the support member. |
| US11896082B2 |
Footwear heel spring device
A device configured to surround a portion of a foot-receiving cavity at a heel region of an article of footwear comprises a control bar having a center segment, a first side arm extending from the center segment, and a second side arm spaced from the first side arm and extending from the center segment. The control bar may include a series of slats. A base supports the control bar and is connected to the first side arm and the second side arm. The control bar is biased to an unstressed position with the center segment a first distance from the base, and elastically bends under an applied force to a loaded position with the center segment a second distance from the base less than the first distance. The device stores potential energy that returns the control bar to the unloaded position upon removal of the applied load. |
| US11896079B2 |
Footwear sole
A footwear sole obtained by molding a single polymeric material, the footwear sole includes a lower surface to contact the ground, and an upper surface to support an insole and, on the upper surface, at least one elastically deformable cushioning element. The cushioning element includes an elongated element cantileverly protruding from the upper surface, and a plurality of tabs extending from the upper surface that are arranged around the elongated element, thereby defining a dome. In an undeformed configuration of the cushioning element the tabs are upright, and there is a gap between the tabs and the elongated element, and in a deformed configuration of the cushioning element the tabs are each bent towards the elongated element and in abutment against it. The switching from the undeformed to the deformed causes the area of the bearing surface provided to the insole by each cushioning element to gradually increase. |
| US11896078B2 |
Footwear having an outsole for reducing limb or back pain
The present invention provides an outsole, comprising, at least one recess located at a ground engaging or outer surface of the outsole and having: (a) a depth of between 10% to 95% of the maximum thickness of the outsole; and (b) an area that covers between 10% to 95% of the entire ground engaging or outer surface of the outsole. |
| US11896066B1 |
Article of clothing with multi-purpose cover assembly
An article of clothing provides workers or users with a modifiable or transformable bottom garment which may be arranged in a functional, work configuration or a more aesthetic, non-work configuration by selectively folding a cover assembly downward or upward relative to the bottom garment. When folded downward, the cover assembly may reveal functional elements such as tool-supporting loops, pockets, etc., and/or may provide an inner surface for the wearer to clean their hands. When folded upward, a pocket is instead formed between the cover assembly and the bottom garment, for the wearer to warm their hands. One or more inserts may be connected to the downward-folded cover assembly to provide additional utilities or functions. |
| US11896063B2 |
Raw edge contouring gusset
Free cut edges on undergarments help to minimize the appearance of visible panty lines. However, typical free cut undergarments are flat and do not conform to the shape of the body. The undergarment disclosed herein has free cut edges and a gusset panel that addresses the limitations of existing free cut undergarments. The gusset panel is gathered along its left and right edges using elastic thread or elastic bands. The gathering provides elasticity and shape to the gusset panel, and limits the extent to which the gusset panel slides and becomes displaced on the wearer. |
| US11896056B2 |
Aerosol-generating system with adjustable pump flow rate
A method of generating an aerosol in an aerosol-generating system includes storing liquid aerosol-forming substrate in a liquid storage portion and delivering via a pump a liquid aerosol-forming substrate from the liquid storage portion to an atomizer. The method also includes sensing a puff via a a puff sensor in an airflow path of the aerosol-generating system and determining a puff intensity during the puff via a controller. The delivery flow rate of the liquid aerosol-forming substrate to the atomizer is adjusted in response to the determined puff intensity. |
| US11896053B2 |
Aerosol delivery device with segmented electrical heater
The present disclosure provides an aerosol delivery device. In various implementations, the aerosol delivery device comprises a control body having an outer housing, an electrical energy source located within the housing, a control component operatively connected to the electrical energy source, a heating assembly operatively connected to the control component, and an aerosol source member that includes an aerosol generating component configured to be positioned proximate the heating assembly. The heating assembly comprises a series of heating members, and each heating member is independent and distinct and configured to heat a segment of the aerosol source member. |
| US11896051B2 |
Aerosol-generating system comprising individually activatable heating elements
There is provided aerosol-generating system (200) comprising a cartridge (100). The cartridge comprises a heater assembly comprising at least four individually activatable heating elements (116, 118 . . . 140) arranged in an array. There is an aerosol-forming substrate on each of the heating elements. The system also comprises an aerosol-generating device (201) configured to engage the cartridge. The aerosol-generating device comprises a power supply (206) and control circuitry (212). The control circuitry is configured to control a supply of power from the power supply to each of the heating elements to generate an aerosol. The control circuitry is configured to activate the heating elements sequentially such that no two spatially adjacent heating elements are activated consecutively. |
| US11896041B2 |
Device and method for pasteurizing and/or sterilizing particulate material
A device(s) and method for pasteurizing and/or sterilizing particulate material using an electron beam. The device (10) includes at least one electron source (20) for generating an electron beam, a treatment zone (19) in which the material, particularly a freely falling material, can be pasteurized and/or sterilized by the electron beam, and a material channel (21) arranged in the region of the treatment zone (19) in which the material can be pasteurized and/or sterilized by the electron beam. A planar protective element (23), which is at least partially permeable by the electron beam, is arranged between the electron source (20) and the material channel (21). The device (10) includes a holding frame (120) which holds the protective element (23) and which has a cavity (121) through which a cooling fluid can flow. |
| US11896035B2 |
Chemical mitigants in animal feed and feed ingredients
Methods of preventing or decreasing PEDv and/or Salmonella bacteria in animal feed, feed ingredients, and pet food are provided. The methods utilize generally safe chemical mitigants, such as medium chain fatty acids, essential oils, and sodium bisulfate. The chemical mitigants are introduced to the feed or feed ingredients at inclusion rates selected so as to prevent or decrease PEDv and/or Salmonella bacteria in the animal feed, feed ingredients, or pet rood. The methods are particularly suitable for use in post-processing treatment of animal feed, feed ingredients, or pet food that will be transported and stored for multiple days or weeks. |
| US11896031B2 |
Microbial-based process for high quality protein concentrate
The present invention describes a bio-based process to produce high quality protein concentrate (HQPC) by converting plant derived celluloses into bioavailable protein via aerobic incubation, including the use of such HQPC so produced as a nutrient, including use as a fish meal replacement in aquaculture diets. |
| US11896024B2 |
Method of glycation of a polypeptide
The present invention relates to compositions, particularly liquid compositions, comprising enzymes, methods of making the compositions, and uses of the same for making, e.g., dairy products. |
| US11896022B2 |
Interactions between cultures, coagulants and technology to increase cheese yields
The present invention relates to a process for making low-moisture mozzarella cheese using recent developments in the technical knowledge about the interactions between cultures, coagulants and cheese technology to increase cheese yields and maintain the cheese quality and functionalities. An optimization may lead to a higher pH and higher dry matter of the curd at the whey off step i.e. pH higher than 6.3 and ideally higher than 6.4 and solid non-fact content higher than 18%, without any modification of the curd composition at the stretching step, i.e. pH between 5.0 and 5.3 and more precisely between without any modification of the curd composition at the stretching step, i.e. pH between 5.0 and 5.3 and more precisely between 5.05 and 5.25, Ca/SNF between 1.7% and 2.4% and more precisely between 1.7 and 2.2%, dry matter between 53% and 55% and more precisely between 53.5% and 54.5%. The coagulant has a C/P ratio of at least 25. This optimization may also lead to a reduction in the processing time in the cheese vat (near 15%), so a real increase in the through-put and profitability of the cheese vats. |
| US11896019B1 |
Cartridge stunner—through bolt discharge
An apparatus and method of use for a cartridge-type animal stunner comprising an elongated stunner housing having a muzzle and a breech with a cartridge chamber for receiving an explosive charge. A captive penetrating-type stunning rod capable of being propelled forward is received in the bore. The stunning rod has an opening throughout the entire length thereof. Upon placement of the housing forward end against an animal and activation of a trigger, a firing pin moves to impact a cartridge in the cartridge chamber, causing explosion of the cartridge. The stunning rod is propelled forward to penetrate the animal head to a brain. Simultaneously, a portion of combustion products from explosion of the cartridge travel into the stunning rod opening at a rearward end, along the length of the rod, and out of the stunning rod forward end into the animal brain to cause rapid lethal damage thereto. |
| US11896017B2 |
Protein-rich food product and method of making a protein-rich food product
A protein-rich food product comprising water and solids, wherein at least 70% of the solids consist of protein, and a method for making the protein-rich food product. The protein-rich food product is capable of replacing flour food products as a low-calorie, gluten-free, high-protein alternative. |
| US11896016B2 |
Soft biscuit with slowly available glucose
Methods and products related to a cereal product having a water activity of about 0.4 or more and an SAG content of greater than about 15 g per 100 g of cereal product. |
| US11896015B1 |
Wrapping apparatus for making handheld food
An apparatus for making a wrapped food product includes a conveyor under continuous motion. A wrapper is positioned over the moving conveyor. The apparatus includes a filling mechanism that conveys a filling from a hopper to a mold and a piston that pushes the filling from the mold to the wrapper. The apparatus also includes a folding mechanism that folds a side of the wrapper over a portion of the filling, and a second plate that folds the other side of the wrapper over another portion of the filling. A stamper is positioned over the conveyor, pressing the folded wrapper onto the filling. A flipping mechanism of the apparatus includes a set of guide plates and a prong that rotates the filling and a portion of the wrapper around the filling on itself. |
| US11896013B2 |
Dominikia sp. strain, compositions comprising it and uses
The strain of fungus Dominikia sp. deposited under accession number MUCL 57072, that can be included into compositions is disclosed; the composition being suitable to be used as bio-stimulant and bio-nematicidal in plants, preferably in cereals. Also disclosed is a process for obtaining said compositions. |
| US11896012B2 |
Phitosterols suspension concentrates and process of preparation thereof
Concentrated suspensions containing phytosterols are described, in an amount higher than 25% by weight, in addition to a process for their preparation and their relative use as stimulants of plant growth. |
| US11896011B2 |
Herbicidal compositions for animal grazelands and methods for applying the same
Methods and compositions for controlling undesired vegetation in animal grazelands. |
| US11896009B2 |
Bioactive composition for improving stress tolerance of plants
Disclosed is a composition for improving stress tolerance of plants including at least one hydroxycinnamic derivative oligomer, and optionally a water-solubilizing agent. Also disclosed is a method for improving stress tolerance of a plant including applying such composition on the plant. |
| US11895998B2 |
Tackle box with pole support
A tackle box equipped with a fishing rod holder, configured to facilitate the resting of a fishing pole, even while in use, in a secure manner is described. The tackle box is equipped with an extendable support, equipped with a location in which an end of a handle of the fishing rod or pole may be placed. A rest is configured to extend up and away from a top and side of the tackle box, functioning as a fulcrum to aid the stability of the tackle box when holding a rod in an upright position. The rest is equipped with a V-shaped cutout in which a midsection of the handle of the fishing pole may securely rest. A lip of the extendable support maintains contact with the pole, counteracting the force applied to the rod by the fish, preventing the pole from toppling over. Weight of the tacklebox itself is employed to counteract the force exerted on the rod by the fish to maintain stability. |
| US11895993B2 |
Method of producing a novel animal model for tauopathies
The present invention provides a disease model animal for tauopathies which reproduces the expression pattern of tau protein isoforms of adult human brain, that is, approximately equal amounts of 3R type tau and 4R type tau being expressed in the adult brain. The method for producing the disease model animal for tauopathies of the present invention comprises the steps of: preparing a tau seeds; and injecting the tau seeds in the brain of an animal carrying a mutation in the tau gene which fails to express the tenth exon. The animal carrying a mutation in the tau gene which fails to express the tenth exon may be produced by using any of the genome editing, gene targeting or base editing technologies. |
| US11895992B2 |
Animal models of corneal ectatic diseases, methods of producing, and methods of use thereof
Methods of producing non-human animal models of corneal ectatic diseases, such as corneal keratoconus, by applying an aromatic compound to the eye of a non-human animal are described. Also described are non-human animal models of corneal ectatic diseases, and methods of using the non-human animal models to screen compounds that modulate corneal ectatic diseases. |
| US11895991B2 |
Aquarium skimmer devices, systems, and methods
An aquarium skimmer device can include a filter body that attaches to a water pump, filter, or power head, wherein the filter body is configured to hold a filter medium for filtering water that passes through the filter body. The skimmer device can also include a funnel holder that attaches to a top of the filter body, and a funnel assembly comprising a funnel. The funnel assembly can be received by the funnel holder and configured to float up and down with respect to the funnel holder with changes in water level, and a wide opening of the funnel is positioned one inch or less below a surface of the water. |
| US11895990B1 |
Automated fish-feeding device
The automated fish-feeding device comprises a feeder mechanism and a controller. The automated fish-feeding device may be adapted to dispense fish food to fish in an aquarium in the absence of a user. As a non-limiting example, the automated fish-feeding device may dispense the fish food while the user is on vacation. The feeder mechanism may dispense a plurality of seaweed sheets, frozen fish food cubes, or both in accordance with a predetermined schedule. The feeder mechanism may comprise a refrigeration unit for chilling the frozen fish food cubes and a pump to thaw an individual frozen fish food cube using aquarium water before dispensing the individual frozen fish food cube. The automated fish-feeding device may be packaged in an aquarium-mount enclosure that hangs on the side of the aquarium. |
| US11895988B2 |
Livestock health monitoring systems and methods of use
Systems and methods of using an animal wellness notification system to determine the wellness of an animal, the systems and methods comprising: attaching an animal wellness notification system component to an animal, monitoring the temperature of the animal to determine if the animal's temperature remains outside a selected temperature range for a selected time duration, and providing notice if the animal's temperature remained outside the selected temperature range for the selected time duration. |
| US11895987B1 |
Universal quick release
A remotely operable quick release is provided that may be placed between a collar or harness to release an animal or object. A nylon strap with a D-ring on one end attaches to a holding device. On the other end supports a flip latch attached to a harness. The release mechanism on the top of the strap includes a push pull piston solenoid. A metal slider urged by the solenoid holds prevents the flip latch from releasing. When the solenoid is activated the piston and slider pull back to release the flip latch. The solenoid is operated with a wireless remote control receiver transmitter key fob. When the button is push it activates the solenoid which pulls the piston and slider back to free the flip latch. Resetting the flip latch is accomplished by pushing down on the slider and allowing the piston to slide forward to re-engage. |
| US11895985B2 |
Suspension assembly for exercising and training animals
Suspension assembly (100) for exercising and training animals, and especially canines using a suspended tug toy (200). Assembly (100) comprises an upper member (110) and a plurality of legs (120, 130, 140, 150) extending therefrom. Each of the plurality of legs is collapsible. Assembly (100) comprises one or more guide (160) for an associated tether line (300) for suspending tug toy (200). Guide (160) is connected relative to upper member (110) and defines an aperture (162) for receiving tether line (300). When assembly (100) is installed on a surface (400), legs (120, 130, 140, 150) engage with the surface via an associated pivotable foot (122, 132, 142, 152) and elevate upper member (110) and guide (160) from surface (400). Guides (170) for tether line (300) are connected relative to leg (120) and define an aperture (172) for receiving tether line (300). |
| US11895981B2 |
Pet waste paper markings
A waste cartridge in combination with a waste machine or apparatus that maintains waste pads for a pet owner, automatically or manually by removing and sealing soiled pads and waste and then replacing the soiled pad with a clean pad on a pet bed of the machine. The apparatus senses when a pet is using a waste pad portion and when the pet is finished, the machine takes up the soiled portion of the pad and removes and seals the soiled portion of the pad roll and the waste automatically, moving the pad into a repository for later removal and disposal of the waste cartridge when the pad roll is used up and then replacing removed pad with a new waste cartridge. The waste cartridge is comprised of a pad roll and a take-up rod attached to one end of the pad by any means such as a clip, slot or adhesive on the take-up rod. A pair of end caps on opposing ends of the take-up rod that includes a gear for attachment to a removable drive module may also be included or left off if the rod or core is directly connected to the drive module. |
| US11895978B2 |
Soybean cultivar 03140402
A soybean cultivar designated 03140402 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 03140402, to the plants of soybean cultivar 03140402, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 03140402, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 03140402. 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 03140402. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 03140402, 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 03140402 with another soybean cultivar. |
| US11895968B2 |
Wheat variety 6PJEF74B
A wheat variety designated 6PJEF74B, the plants and seeds of wheat variety 6PJEF74B, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety 6PJEF74B with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 6PJEF74B with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety 6PJEF74B are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety 6PJEF74B and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided. |
| US11895962B2 |
Method for producing agave cultures for tequila
A method to expedite the growth of the agave plant by growing the plant tissue from a cell culture in a laboratory utilize incubator cells that are taken from the leaf of an agave plant and grown in a medium containing all the nutrients required for the production of new cells and the maturation of those new cells. The cells are then exposed to photosynthetic active radiation and fed with extra carbon dioxide, causing the cells to undergo photosynthesis and form the sugars that are found in a naturally growing agave plant. These cultivated cells are given an optimum amount of light and carbon dioxide to promote an unexpected and substantially higher growth rate than heretofore achieved. |
| US11895960B2 |
Generation of haploid plants
The present invention relates to non-transgenic and transgenic plants, preferably crop plants, comprising a mutation causing an alteration of the amino acid sequence in the CATD domain of the centromere histone H3 (CENH3), preferably within the loop1 or the α2-helix of the CATD domain, which have the biological activity of a haploid inducer. Further, the present invention provides methods of generating the plants of the present invention and haploid and double haploid plants obtainable by crossing the plants of the present invention with wildtype plants as well as methods of facilitating cytoplasm exchange. |
| US11895953B2 |
Plant health monitoring apparatus and methods
Methods and apparatus for determining a plant health parameter based on a measured IR parameter of the plant are provided. If the measured plant health parameter indicates the plant is experiencing a stress condition, an alert can be provided and/or a control system can be activated to supply environmental elements such as water to the plant to ameliorate the stress condition. |
| US11895945B2 |
Assembly for adding ambient air to the cutting chamber of a walk power mower
A walk power mower has a deck that provides a cutting chamber for enclosing a rotary grass cutting blade. An assembly is provided for adding ambient air to the cutting chamber during a grass mowing operation to improve performance. The assembly comprises an air vent placed in a top wall of the cutting chamber. An external cover outside of the cutting chamber and above the top wall of the cutting chamber has an air permeable section located forwardly of the air vent to admit air into the cover to thereby feed that air to the air vent. An internal cover inside the cutting chamber and below the top wall of the cutting chamber receives the air passing inwardly through the air vent and discharges such air into the cutting chamber at a location that is spaced from the air vent. |
| US11895944B2 |
Brush belt for seed delivery
A brush belt including a base member having a first side with a traction surface and a second side opposite the first side defining a mounting surface presenting a first edge and a second edge and having a longitudinal axis therebetween and parallel thereto and a plurality of bristles coupled to the mounting surface and arranged in a first section of bristles and a second section of bristles, the bristles of the first section each having a first diameter and the bristles of the second section each having a second diameter that is different than the first diameter. The first section abuts the second section. |
| US11895943B2 |
Planting trench closing systems, methods, and apparatus
Systems, methods, and apparatus for closing a planting trench include a disc assembly for loosening soil adjacent to the planting trench. In some embodiments a closing wheel assembly has a subframe, a vertical pivot mounting the closing wheel subframe to a row unit subframe, and a air of pivot arms. The closing wheel subframe pivots relative to the subframe of the row unit. |
| US11895942B2 |
Plant growth platform
A method for continuous real time monitoring of a crop growth including the use of a telescoping sensor mount capable of systematically extending a sensor above a crop growth canopy. The method includes determining a value associated with soil saturation, soil nitrogen mineralization, and growing degree units. These values are made available to the user real time. The telescoping sensor mount of the invention includes a foldaway tripod support system and is further capable of being powered with solar energy. |
| US11895940B2 |
Rotational sprouter system
A rotational sprouter system, is disclosed including: a chamber comprising an opening; a porous end cap that is configured to engage the opening of the chamber; a reservoir; wherein the chamber and the porous end cap are at least partially submerged in the reservoir such that an interior of the chamber is in communication with the reservoir via the porous end cap; and wherein the porous end cap is adapted to engage a drive mechanism that is configured to rotate the chamber and the porous end cap while the chamber and the porous end cap are at least partially submerged in the reservoir. |
| US11895938B2 |
Connected planter data sharing playthrough
Continued and precise operation of an agricultural implement exists even where a subsystem, such as a GPS receiver, wireless communicator, a sensor, or the like, fails, falters, or is otherwise unusable. Data is continually tracked to the extent possible during failure or faltering and is temporarily stored. To continue operations during periods of unavailability, a representation of planted ground is anticipated by other agricultural implements and/or calculated with agricultural data from other agricultural implements. Normal operations then continue until data sync can catch back up to real-time. |
| US11903330B2 |
Topological qubit architecture based on josephson junction fabricated on two-dimensional electron gases
The method of performing braiding operations can include providing a first Josephson junction including first gates. The method can include providing a second Josephson junction including second gates. The method can include tuning the first gates to dispose a first pair of Majorana fermions a first region. The method can include tuning the second gates to dispose a second pair of Majorana fermions in a second region. The method can include tuning the first gates to dispose a first Majorana fermion in the first region and to dispose a second Majorana fermion in a third region. The method can include tuning the second gates to dispose a third Majorana fermion in a fourth region and to dispose a fourth Majorana fermion in the second region. |
| US11903323B2 |
Strap having a portion of electro-active polymer, methods and mechanisms for making and using the same
A structure including an electro-active-polymer (“EAP”). The structure can take the form of a strap, which includes two or more EAP film layers. The structure can further include one or more holders or end-grabbing portions. Methods of making and using the EAP structure are also envisioned. |
| US11903321B2 |
Device for producing a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma and method for operating a piezoelectric transformer
A device for producing a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma and a method for operating a piezoelectric transformer are disclosed. In an embodiment a device includes a piezoelectric transformer, a driver circuit configured to apply an input signal to the piezoelectric transformer and a field probe configured to measure a field strength of an electric field produced by the piezoelectric transformer at a measurement point, wherein the driver circuit is configured to adapt the input signal while taking into account measurement results of the field probe, and wherein the device is configured to produce a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma. |
| US11903317B2 |
Thermoelectric device structures
The present disclosure is related to structures for and methods for producing thermoelectric devices. The thermoelectric devices include multiple stages of thermoelements. Each stage includes alternating n-type and p-type thermoelements. The stages are sandwiched between upper and lower sets of metal links fabricated on a pair of substrate layers. The metal links electrically connect pairs of n-type and p-type thermoelements from each stage. There may be additional sets of metal links between the multiple stages. The individual thermoelements may be sized to handle differing amounts of electric current to optimize performance based on their location within the multistage device. |
| US11903312B2 |
Heat conversion apparatus
A heat conversion apparatus according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a pipe which includes a first flat surface and a second flat surface disposed parallel to the first surface, and through which air having a lower temperature than entered air is discharged; a plurality of thermoelectric elements that have heat-absorbing surfaces disposed in external sides of the respective first and second surfaces; a plurality of printed circuit boards (PCBs) that are electrically connected to the plurality of thermoelectric elements; and coolant passing members that are disposed on heat-radiating surfaces of the plurality of thermoelectric elements, wherein an external floor surface of the coolant passing member includes a plurality of first external floor surfaces having a first height and a plurality of second external floor surfaces having a second height that is different from the first height, the plurality of first external floor surfaces are in contact with the heat-radiating surfaces of the plurality of thermoelectric elements, and the plurality of PCBs are disposed in the plurality of second external floor surfaces. |
| US11903311B2 |
Heterocyclic compound and organic light emitting device comprising the same
Provided is a heterocyclic compound of Chemical Formula 1: where X1 is O or S; L1 and L2 are each independently a single bond, a substituted or unsubstituted phenylene, a substituted or unsubstituted naphthylene, or a substituted or unsubstituted biphenylenyl; Y1 to Y3 are each independently N or CR3, provided that at least one of Y1 to Y3 is N; and Ar1a and Ar1b are each independently a substituted or unsubstituted C6-60 aryl or a substituted or unsubstituted C1-60 heteroaryl containing 1 to 3 heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of N, O and S; and an organic light emitting device comprising the same, where the compound of Chemical Formula 1 can be used as a material of an organic material layer of an organic light emitting device and can exhibit improved efficiency, a low driving voltage and/or improved lifetime characteristics of the organic light emitting device. |
| US11903306B2 |
Organic electroluminescent materials and devices
New organometallic complexes having bis- or tris-heteroleptic ligands and large aspect ratio in one direction and their use in OLEDs to enhance the efficiency is disclosed. |
| US11903303B2 |
Flexible display panel and manufacturing method thereof
A flexible display panel and a manufacturing method which is capable of removing a non-display area without damaging a display element layer, the flexible display panel includes a flexible substrate which includes a display area and a peripheral area outside of the display area, a display element layer disposed on the flexible substrate, and a neutral plane balancing layer disposed on the display element layer in the peripheral area, wherein the peripheral area of the flexible substrate in which the neutral plane balancing layer is disposed is folded towards a rear side of the display area along a first bending line, and the neutral plane balancing layer overlaps the first bending line. |
| US11903302B2 |
Organic vapor jet printing system
Systems and methods for depositing materials on a substrate via OVJP are provided. A float table and grippers are used to move and position the substrate relative to one or more OVJP print bars to reduce the chance of damaging or compromising the substrate or prior depositions. |
| US11903299B2 |
Display device
A TEG near the perimeter of a frame region is away from a TFT, which is disposed in a display region and is actually used for screen display. Hence, the characteristics of the TEG can change in a manner different from that in the characteristics of the TFT within the display region. Accordingly, provided is a display device that includes a TEG pattern disposed between the display region and a trench, and includes a dummy pixel circuit disposed between the display region and a barrier wall. The TEG pattern is outside the display region and is adjacent to at least the dummy pixel circuit. |
| US11903294B2 |
Touch detecting unit capable of proximity sensing and display device including the same
A touch detecting unit comprises first sensor electrodes arranged in a first direction and electrically connected with one another; second sensor electrodes arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction, and electrically connected with one another, the second sensor electrodes electrically separated from the first sensor electrodes, and third sensor electrodes electrically separated from the first sensor electrodes and the second sensor electrodes. Amounts of change in first capacitances between the first sensor electrodes and the second sensor electrodes are detected in a first mode. Amounts of change in the first capacitances and amounts of change in a second capacitance between the first sensor electrodes and the third sensor electrodes are detected in a second mode. |
| US11903277B2 |
Display device
According to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, a display device includes a display panel divided into a display area, a non-display area, a bending area, and a pad area and bent in one direction in the bending area; a plurality of pixels disposed in the display area; at least one gate driver disposed in the non-display area and configured to supply a gate voltage to the plurality of pixels; flexible films connected to a plurality of pads disposed in the pad area; and at least one electrostatic discharge (ESD) circuit disposed in the pad area and connected to the at least one gate driver through a discharge line. |
| US11903276B2 |
Display panel, manufacturing method therefor, and display device
Provided are a display panel, a manufacturing method therefor, and a display device. The display panel comprises a hole in a display region and comprises: a substrate; a drive circuit layer comprising a thin film transistor; a wire, connected to the thin film transistor; one or more isolation members surrounding the hole, disposed on the side of the drive circuit layer, and located between the wire and the hole, at least one isolation member comprising a first and a second isolation layer, and an orthographic projection of a surface of the first isolation layer away from the substrate is inside that of the second isolation layer on the substrate; a planarization layer, on the side of the drive circuit layer and covering the wire; and an anode, on the side of the planarization layer and connected to the wire by a via penetrating the planarization layer. |
| US11903275B2 |
Display device with scan driver having scan transistors and sensing transistors
A display device may include a first scan connection line connecting a first scan line connected to a first pixel and a first scan output transistor, a first sensing connection line connecting a first sensing line connected to the first pixel and a first sensing output transistor, the first sensing connection line crossing and overlapping the first scan connection line, a second sensing connection line connecting a second sensing line connected to a second pixel adjacent to the first pixel in a first direction and a second sensing output transistor, and a second scan connection line connecting a second scan line connected to the second pixel and a second scan output transistor, the second scan connection line crossing and overlapping the second sensing connection line. |
| US11903271B2 |
Organic light emitting diode display
An organic light emitting diode display includes a plurality of pixels. At least one pixel is connected to a scan line receive a scan signal, a data line to receive a data signal, and voltage line to receive a driving voltage. The at least one pixel includes a switching transistor including a switching drain electrode to output the data voltage, a driving transistor including a driving source electrode connected to the switching drain electrode, and an organic light emitting diode connected to a driving drain electrode of the driving transistor. The driving source electrode is separated from the data line. |
| US11903270B2 |
Display device, method of manufacturing the same, and tiled display device having the same
A display device includes: a substrate having a display area configured to display an image; a pixel on a first surface of the substrate in the display area and including a display element layer and a pixel circuit layer; a first driver on a second surface of the substrate facing the first surface of the substrate in the display area; and a first connection portion passing through the substrate between the first surface and the second surface of the substrate in the display area to electrically connect a first signal line of the pixel circuit layer and the first driver to each other. The display element layer includes: a first electrode and a second electrode on the same layer and spaced from each other; and a light emitting element between the first electrode and the second electrode. |
| US11903265B2 |
Organic light emitting diode display
An organic light emitting diode display includes a plurality of first signal lines, a first insulating layer covering the first signal lines, a plurality of second signal lines on the first insulating layer and crossing the first signal lines, and a plurality of pixels connected to the first signal lines and the second signal lines. A groove in the first insulating layer separates adjacent ones of the pixels and a filling material in the groove. |
| US11903260B2 |
OLED display panel with same color sub-pixel groups
The present disclosure provides a display panel, including a first pixel group, a second pixel group, and a third pixel group with different colors. The first pixel group and the second pixel group are sequentially arranged along a first direction, and both include four sub-pixels arranged in a matrix. The third pixel group is adjacent to the first pixel group and the second pixel group, and the third pixel group includes at least two third sub-pixels sequentially arranged along the first direction. A demand of products for printing accuracy requirement of a printing equipment can be reduced under a premise that a number of high pixels per inch (PPI) remains unchanged. |
| US11903257B2 |
Display panel and display apparatus
Provided are a display panel and a display apparatus. The display panel includes a driving array layer having functional layers and insulation layers. The driving array layer includes a first transistor, a second transistor, a first capacitor including a first plate and a second plate, and a second capacitor including a third plate and a fourth plate. An active layer of the first transistor contains silicon, and an active layer of the second transistor contains oxide semiconductor. The first plate and the second plate are located in two of the functional layers, respectively, and the third plate and the fourth plate are located in two of the functional layers, respectively. |
| US11903254B2 |
Semiconductor device and method for fabricating the same
A display device includes: a base substrate having a display region including a first region and a second region, and a non-display region; a first semiconductor layer including polysilicon at the second region; a first conductive layer on a first insulating layer, and including a bottom gate electrode at the first region and a second-first gate electrode at the second region; a second semiconductor layer including an oxide on a second insulating layer at the first region; a second conductive layer on a third insulating layer, and including a top gate electrode at the first region and a second-second gate electrode at the second region; and a third conductive layer on a fourth insulating layer, and including a first source electrode and a first drain electrode connected to the second semiconductor layer, and a second source electrode and a second drain electrode connected to the first semiconductor layer. |
| US11903253B2 |
Display substrate including a retaining wall in a frame area and display device having the same
A display substrate and a display device are disclosed. The display substrate includes a display area and a frame area, and the display substrate includes a substrate, a plurality of sub-pixels on a side of the substrate, the plurality of sub-pixels are configured to emit light in the display area, an encapsulation layer on a side of the plurality of sub-pixels away from the substrate, and a retaining wall located in the frame area, the retaining wall is located between the encapsulation layer and the substrate and includes a first sub-retaining wall, a second sub-retaining wall, and a transition area between the first sub-retaining wall and the second sub-retaining wall, the retaining wall includes at least one layer provided in the same layer, the at least one layer provided in the same layer continuously extends across the first sub-retaining wall, the second sub-retaining wall and the transition area. |
| US11903247B2 |
Display device having polycrystalline silicon layer
A method of manufacturing a polycrystalline silicon layer for a display device includes the steps of forming an amorphous silicon layer on a substrate, cleaning the amorphous silicon layer with hydrofluoric acid, rinsing the amorphous silicon layer with hydrogenated deionized water, and irradiating the amorphous silicon layer with a laser beam to form a polycrystalline silicon layer. |
| US11903246B2 |
Electronic device
An electronic device includes: a base substrate including an active region, which includes a sensing region, and a peripheral region adjacent to the active region; an input sensor including a sensing insulating layer, a plurality of first sensing electrodes, a plurality of second sensing electrodes, the second sensing electrodes being spaced apart from the first sensing electrodes; and a pressure sensor including a plurality of strain sensing patterns overlapping the sensing region, and strain connection patterns connecting the strain sensing patterns to each other, wherein each of the first sensing electrodes comprises a plurality of first sensing patterns overlapping the active region, each of the second sensing electrodes comprises a plurality of second sensing patterns overlapping the active region and on a same layer as the first sensing patterns, and a plurality of second connection patterns connecting the second sensing patterns. |
| US11903241B2 |
Barrier film, organic EL device, flexible substrate, and method for manufacturing barrier film
An organic EL device including a first barrier film that contains primarily silicon nitride, a second barrier film that contains primarily silicon nitride, an organic EL element that is disposed between the first barrier film and the second barrier film, a first flexible substrate that is disposed opposite the organic EL element with the first barrier film interposed therebetween, a second flexible substrate that is disposed opposite the organic EL element with the second barrier film interposed therebetween, and a third barrier film that is disposed between the second barrier film and the organic EL element, and contains primarily silicon nitride. |
| US11903240B2 |
Display device and preparation method thereof
Provided are a display device and a preparation method thereof. The display device includes a first substrate, where the first substrate includes a display portion and a bending portion located on at least one side of the display portion; and a second substrate, where the second substrate and the first substrate are disposed opposite to each other, the second substrate includes a first region portion corresponding to the bending portion, and the bending portion is bent towards one side facing away from the second substrate. A protective layer is provided between the bending portion of the first substrate and the first region portion of the second substrate and the bending portion of the first substrate is bent towards one side of the second substrate. |
| US11903237B2 |
Display apparatus and method of manufacturing the same
A display apparatus, includes: a first pixel, a second pixel, and a third pixel each configured to emit different colors; an organic light-emitting diode on a substrate and including a pixel electrode, an intermediate layer, and an opposite electrode; a black matrix on the organic light-emitting diode; a column spacer on the same layer as the black matrix and spaced apart from the black matrix by a first distance in a plan view; and a first quantum conversion layer on the substrate to correspond to an emission area of the first pixel and including first quantum dots. |
| US11903236B2 |
Display device including multi-recess surrounding module hole
A display device includes: a base substrate including a front surface and a rear surface, and including a display region and a peripheral region adjacent to the display region in a plan view; an organic light-emitting element on the display region; and a sealing layer on the organic light-emitting element. The base substrate includes: a module hole in the display region, and passing through the front surface and the rear surface; a first recess at the display region and recessed from the front surface, the first recess surrounding the module hole in the plan view; and a second recess at the display region and recessed from the front surface, the second recess surrounding the first recess in the plan view. The first recess and the second recess have different widths from each other in a direction parallel to the front surface. |
| US11903231B2 |
Electroluminescent display device
Disclosed is an electroluminescent display device including a first pixel including a first sub pixel configured to emit first colored light, a second sub pixel configured to emit second colored light, and a third sub pixel configured to emit third colored light, a first electrode in the first sub pixel, an emission layer on the first electrode, a second electrode on the emission layer, and a first charge blocking layer provided below the second electrode and configured to prevent a light emission in the emission layer, wherein the first electrode is electrically connected with a driving thin film transistor in a first contact area provided in the first sub pixel, and the first charge blocking layer is overlapped with the first contact area. |
| US11903229B2 |
Display device
A display device includes first and second light emitting regions; first and second pixel electrodes in the first and second light emitting regions, respectively; a first organic layer in the first light emitting region, including first and second light emitting layers; a second organic layer in the second light emitting region, including a third light emitting layer; a common electrode on the first and second organic layers; a wavelength conversion pattern on the common electrode, overlapping the first organic layer, and wavelength-converting light of a first color into light of a second color, different from the first color; and a light transmitting pattern on the common electrode, overlapping the second organic layer. The third light emitting layer and one of the first and second light emitting layers emit light of the first color, and another one of the first and second light emitting layers emits light of the second color. |
| US11903228B2 |
Core shell quantum dot and electronic device including the same
A cadmium-free, core shell quantum dot, a quantum dot polymer composite, and electronic devices including the quantum dot polymer composite. The core shell quantum dot has an extinction coefficient per gram of greater than or equal to 0.3, an ultraviolet-visible absorption spectrum curve that has a positive differential coefficient value at 450 nm, wherein the core shell quantum dot includes a semiconductor nanocrystal core including indium and phosphorus, and optionally zinc, and a semiconductor nanocrystal shell disposed on the semiconductor nanocrystal core, the shell including zinc, selenium, and sulfur, wherein the core shell quantum dot has a quantum efficiency of greater than or equal to about 80%, and is configured to emit green light upon excitation. |
| US11903225B2 |
Photodetectors based on two-dimensional quantum dots
A photodetector includes a first electrode; an interlayer disposed on the first electrode; a photoabsorbing layer disposed on the interlayer, the photoabsorbing layer having one or more charge transport materials, and a plurality of two-dimensional quantum dots (2D QDs) dispersed in the one or more charge transport material; and a second electrode disposed on the photoabsorbing layer. A heterostructure photodetector includes a first electrode; a first photoabsorbing layer disposed on the first electrode, the first photoabsorbing layer having a first photoabsorbing material; a second photoabsorbing layer disposed on the first photoabsorbing layer, the second photoabsorbing layer having a second photoabsorbing material; and a second electrode disposed on the second photoabsorbing layer. |
| US11903219B1 |
Multi-element ferroelectric gain memory bit-cell having stacked and folded planar capacitors
A configuration for efficiently placing a group of capacitors with one terminal connected to a common node is described. The capacitors are stacked and folded along the common node. In a stack and fold configuration, devices are stacked vertically (directly or with a horizontal offset) with one terminal of the devices being shared to a common node, and further the capacitors are placed along both sides of the common node. The common node is a point of fold. In one example, the devices are capacitors. N number of capacitors can be divided in L number of stack layers such that there are N/L capacitors in each stacked layer. The N/L capacitors are shorted together with an electrode (e.g., bottom electrode). The electrode can be metal, a conducting oxide, or a combination of a conducting oxide and a barrier material. The capacitors can be planar, non-planar or replaced by memory elements. |
| US11903215B2 |
Semiconductor memory device
A semiconductor memory device includes: a first semiconductor layer extending in a first direction; a first conductive layer and a second conductive layer that are arranged in the first direction and each opposed to the first semiconductor layer; a first insulating portion disposed between the first semiconductor layer and the first conductive layer, the first insulating portion containing oxygen (O) and hafnium (Hf); a second insulating portion disposed between the first semiconductor layer and the second conductive layer, the second insulating portion containing oxygen (O) and hafnium (Hf); and a first charge storage layer disposed between the first insulating portion and the second insulating portion, the first charge storage layer being spaced from the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer. |
| US11903214B2 |
Three-dimensional ferroelectric random access memory devices and methods of forming
A method of forming a ferroelectric random access memory (FeRAM) device includes: forming a layer stack over a substrate, where the layer stack includes alternating layers of a first dielectric material and a word line (WL) material; forming first trenches extending vertically through the layer stack; filling the first trenches, where filling the first trenches includes forming, in the first trenches, a ferroelectric material, a channel material over the ferroelectric material, and a second dielectric material over the channel material; after filling the first trenches, forming second trenches extending vertically through the layer stack, the second trenches being interleaved with the first trenches; and filling the second trenches, where filling the second trenches includes forming, in the second trenches, the ferroelectric material, the channel material over the ferroelectric material, and the second dielectric material over the channel material. |
| US11903212B2 |
Semiconductor memory device and method of manufacturing the same
According to an embodiment, a semiconductor memory device includes a semiconductor substrate, a control circuit arranged on the semiconductor substrate, and a memory cell array arranged above the control circuit. The memory cell array includes a plurality of three-dimensionally-arranged memory cells, and is controlled by the control circuit. A first nitride layer is arranged between the control circuit and the memory cell array, and a second nitride layer is arranged between the control circuit and the first nitride layer. |
| US11903211B2 |
Methods of forming a microelectronic device including stair step structures
A method of forming a microelectronic device comprises forming isolated nitride structures on steps of stair step structures comprising stacked tiers comprising alternating levels of a first insulative material and a second insulative material, forming a photoresist material over some of the stair step structures, and replacing the isolated nitride structures and the second insulative material with an electrically conductive material to respectively form conductive pad structures and electrically conductive lines. Related microelectronic devices and electronic devices are also disclosed. |
| US11903206B2 |
Three-dimensional semiconductor device
A three-dimensional semiconductor device includes an upper substrate, a gate-stacked structure on the upper substrate, the gate-stacked structure including gate electrodes stacked within a memory cell array region, while being spaced apart from each other in a direction perpendicular to a surface of the upper substrate, and extending into an extension region adjacent to the memory cell array region to be arranged within the extension region to have a staircase shape, and at least one through region passing through the gate-stacked structure within the memory cell array region or the extension region, the at least one through region including a lower region and an upper region wider than the lower region. |
| US11903204B2 |
Interconnect structures of three-dimensional memory devices
Embodiments of 3D memory devices and methods for forming the same are disclosed. In an example, a 3D memory device includes a substrate, a memory stack, a channel structure, a channel local contact, a slit structure, and a staircase local contact. The memory stack includes interleaved conductive layers and dielectric layers above the substrate. The channel structure extends vertically through the memory stack. The channel local contact is above and in contact with the channel structure. The slit structure extends vertically through the memory stack. The staircase local contact is above and in contact with one of the conductive layers at a staircase structure on an edge of the memory stack. Upper ends of the channel local contact, the slit structure, and the staircase local contact are flush with one another. |
| US11903203B2 |
3D and flash memory device and method of fabricating the same
A 3D AND flash memory device includes a gate stack structure, a channel pillar, a first and a second conductive pillars, a charge storage structure, and a protective cap. The gate stack structure is disposed on a dielectric substrate and includes gate layers and insulating layers alternately stacked with each other. The channel pillar penetrates through the gate stack structure. The first and the second conductive pillars are disposed in the channel pillar and penetrate through the gate stack structure, and the first and the second conductive pillars are separated from each other and each connected to the channel pillar. The charge storage structure is disposed between the gate layers and a sidewall of the channel pillar. The protective cap covers at least a top surface of the channel pillar and isolates the first conductive pillar and the second conductive pillar from a top gate layer of the gate layers. |
| US11903194B2 |
Integrated circuit
In one embodiment of this disclosure, an integrated circuit includes at least one first memory block, at least one second memory block, and a pad disposing area. The first memory block and the second memory block are respectively disposed at two sides of the integrated circuit, wherein each of the first memory block and the second memory block includes a memory cell array having a three-dimension structure. The first memory block and the second memory block are symmetrically disposed about the pad disposing area. A plurality of pads are disposed in the pad disposing area. The pads are respectively electrically coupled to the first memory block and the second memory block. |
| US11903192B2 |
Semiconductor device and method of manufacturing
The present disclosure, in some embodiments, relates to an integrated chip. The integrated chip includes a first gate structure over a substrate and laterally surrounded by a first sidewall spacer. The first gate structure protrudes outward from a top of the first sidewall spacer. A second gate structure is over the substrate and is laterally surrounded by a second sidewall spacer. The first gate structure has a first height that is larger than a second height of the second gate structure. The first sidewall spacer has a first cross-sectional profile that is a different shape and a different size than a second cross-sectional profile of the second sidewall spacer. |
| US11903188B2 |
Memory devices, semiconductor devices, and methods of operating a memory device
The present disclosure provides a memory device, a semiconductor device, and a method of operating a memory device. A memory device includes a memory cell, a bit line, a word line, a select transistor, a fuse element, and a heater. The bit line is connected to the memory cell. The word line is connected to the memory cell. The select transistor is disposed in the memory cell. A gate of the select transistor is connected to the word line. The fuse element is disposed in the memory cell. The fuse element is connected to the bit line and the select transistor. The heater is configured to heat the fuse element. |
| US11903187B2 |
Semiconductor devices
A semiconductor device includes a substrate including a cell region, a peripheral region, and a boundary region between the cell region and the peripheral region, cell active patterns on the cell region of the substrate, peripheral active patterns on the peripheral region of the substrate, a boundary insulating pattern disposed on the boundary region of the substrate and disposed between the cell active patterns and the peripheral active patterns, and a bumper pattern disposed on the cell region of the substrate and disposed between the boundary insulating pattern and the cell active patterns. A width of the bumper pattern in a first direction parallel to a top surface of the substrate is greater than a width of each of the cell active patterns in the first direction. |
| US11903186B2 |
Method for manufacturing semiconductor device with bit line contacts of different pitches
A semiconductor device and method for manufacturing the same are provided. The method includes providing a substrate including a plurality of active areas separated from each other. In some embodiments, the method also includes forming first mask structures on the substrate. In some embodiments, the method further includes forming a first protective layer covering the first mask structures and the substrate. In some embodiments, the first protective layer defines an area exposing a portion of the first mask structures and the substrate, and the area defined by the first protective layer has a zigzag edge in a top view. In addition, the method includes performing a first etching process to remove a portion of the substrate exposed from the first mask structures and the first protective layer to form trenches. |
| US11903182B2 |
Capacitor and manufacturing method therefor
A capacitor includes: a semiconductor substrate; at least one trench provided in the semiconductor substrate and formed downward from an upper surface of the semiconductor substrate; a first conductive layer provided above the semiconductor substrate and in the trench; a first insulating layer provided between the substrate and the first conductive layer to isolate the first conductive layer from the substrate; a second conductive layer provided above the r substrate and in the trench, the second conductive layer including a first and a second conductive region that are independent from each other, the first conductive region being electrically connected to the substrate, and the second conductive region being electrically connected to the first conductive layer; and a second insulating layer provided between the first and the second conductive layer to isolate the first conductive region from the first conductive layer and isolate the second conductive region from the substrate. |
| US11903180B2 |
Method of manufacturing semiconductor device having word line structure
A method of manufacturing a semiconductor device is provided. The method includes providing a semiconductor substrate having a trench. The method also includes forming a first buffer layer in the trench. The method further includes forming a doped-polysilicon layer on the first buffer layer in the trench. The method also includes performing a thermal treatment on the doped-polysilicon layer. |
| US11903178B2 |
System for reducing specific absorption rate
A system for reducing a specific absorption rate includes a source field generation unit wound with a first cylindrical coil and accommodating a source material therein, and generating a source field by applying a periodic input signal to the first cylindrical coil; a physical property change unit wound with a second cylindrical coil disposed adjacent to the first cylindrical coil and accommodating a transfer target therein, and changing a physical property of the transfer target based on the generated source field; and a target field circuit unit controlling the transfer target to form a target field by a PCB substrate with a power supply interface connected to a power supply and an input of the power supply. |
| US11903177B2 |
Board level shield (BLS) frames including pickup members with pickup areas rotatable in place when drawn
According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are disclosed of board level shield (BLS) frames or fences including pickup members with pickup areas. In exemplary embodiments, the pickup member may be configured such that the pickup area is allowed to rotate in place when the pickup member is drawn to raise the pickup area. |
| US11903175B2 |
Power converter with integrated multi-layer cooling
A power converter includes an integrated multi-layer cooling structure. The power converter includes a plurality of printed circuit boards (PCBs) stacked together in a generally vertical arrangement. A liquid cooling mechanism is attached to a lower-most PCB, and high loss circuitry components are attached to an opposite side of the lower-most PCB. Low loss circuitry components are attached to further PCBs. Magnetic components may be attached to the further PCBs. The high loss components are actively cooled by the liquid cooling mechanism and the low loss components and magnetic components are passively cooled. The liquid cooling mechanism may be a cold plate heatsink. The power converter may include intermediate PCBs disposed between the upper-most PCB and the lower-most PCB, with low loss circuitry components attached to the intermediate PCBs. |
| US11903174B2 |
System, method, and program for controlling air conditioner output for rack pressure regulation
A system (20) for controlling an air conditioner (12) includes a plurality of pressure sensors (19) and a controller (13). Each of the pressure sensors (19) is positioned at an air inlet (15) of each of the racks (11). The controller (13) is configured to receive pressure values from the pressure sensors (19) and control an airflow rate of the cooling air supplied from the air conditioner (12) based on the pressure values. The controller (13) is configured to set a target pressure value for each pressure sensor (19) (S300), acquire a current pressure value for each pressure sensor (S401), calculate a pressure drop value for each pressure sensor (19) between the current pressure value and the target pressure value (S402), and adjust the airflow rate based on a maximum value among the plurality of the pressure drop values (S403 to S410). |
| US11903173B2 |
Airside economizer system design for IT cluster
A modularized architecture for designing and implementing air side economization system is introduced. An airside economizer system operable in plurality of modes according to outside air temperature and quality. The system can be configured as a mixing module, an evaporative cooling module, and air supply module, attached to each other and having air passages there-between. The operational modes include a direct mode wherein the heat exchanger is deactivated and the plurality of blowers and plurality of louvers are activated to deliver ambient air to the load; an indirect mode wherein the heat exchanger is activated and the plurality of blowers and plurality of louvers are activated to deliver ambient air to the heat exchanger; and a mixing mode, wherein the heat exchanger is deactivated and the plurality of blowers and plurality of louvers are activated to mix ambient air with recirculated air. |
| US11903172B2 |
Mitigating vapor loss in a two-phase immersion cooling system
Techniques for mitigating loss of vaporized working fluid in a two-phase immersion cooling system may be implemented using one or more supplemental condensers that facilitate condensation of vaporized working fluid when the immersion tank is open, and one or more vapor collection points that are in fluid communication with at least one supplemental condenser. One or more fluid displacement devices may be configured to create suction pressure at the one or more vapor collection points. One or more vents may be positioned in the door. The one or more vents may be configured to permit movement of air from outside the immersion tank into an interior portion of the immersion tank without permitting loss of vaporized working fluid. A directional blowing device may be configured to blow a gaseous substance against a computing device in a downward direction as the computing device is being pulled upward out of the immersion tank. |
| US11903171B2 |
System for modular liquid spray cooling of electronic devices
A system including a heat exchanger section for re-cooling a heated liquid coolant, a spray cooling section for cooling an electronic equipment; mean for separating said heat exchanger or pump section from said spray cooling section; means for transferring heat generated by the electronic equipment to at least liquid coolant; means for spraying the liquid coolant along the heat transferring means to transfer heat from the electronic equipment to the liquid coolant; wherein the heat transferring means is in an essentially vertical position so that the liquid coolant generally flows downward and is drained by gravity; means for collecting the liquid coolant; means for suctioning the collected liquid coolant; means for pumping the dielectric liquid coolant from the sprayed liquid coolant collecting means and through the liquid coolant spraying means; and means for housing the system. |
| US11903168B2 |
Heat dissipation member
A substantially rectangular flat heat dissipation member includes: a composite portion where silicon carbide having voids is impregnated with metal; and a metal portion that is different from the composite portion. Here, a proportion of a volume of the metal portion to a total volume of the heat dissipation member is 2.9% or higher and 12% or lower. In addition, when a length of a diagonal line of the rectangular flat heat dissipation member is represented by L, in a top view where one main surface of the heat dissipation member is a top surface, 40% or higher of a total volume of the metal portion is present in a region D within a distance of L/6 from an apex of any one of four corners of the heat dissipation member. Further, a hole penetrates the metal portion in the region D. |
| US11903167B2 |
Vapor chamber with condensate flow paths disposed on wall parts
A vapor chamber in which an enclosed space is formed, and a working fluid is sealed in this space, the enclosed space including: a plurality of condensate flow paths through which a fluid that is the working fluid in a condensing state flows; and vapor flow paths through which a vapor that is the working fluid in a vaporizing state flows, wherein each of projecting parts with which each of the vapor flow paths is provided has a projecting amount varying in an extending direction of the vapor flow paths; a pitch for opening parts that allow the vapor flow paths and the condensate flow paths to communicate varies in the extending direction of the vapor flow paths; or wall parts that separate the flow paths each have a given relationship with a transverse cross section of a given flow path. |
| US11903166B2 |
Systems and methods for immersion cooling with subcooled spray
A thermal management system for cooling electronics includes an immersion tank, a working fluid in the immersion tank, a heat exchanger, a first fluid conduit, and a second fluid conduit. The heat exchanger is configured to transfer thermal energy from the working fluid to ambient air to cool the working fluid. The first fluid conduit provides fluid communication from the immersion tank to the heat exchanger, and the second fluid conduit provides fluid communication from the heat exchanger to a spray nozzle to spray working fluid into the immersion tank. |
| US11903162B2 |
Fan control method for heat dissipation of an electronic device
The disclosure provides a fan control method, applied to an electronic device. The electronic device includes a fan and a setting unit, the setting unit having a plurality of setting values, and each setting value being corresponding to a sampling number. The fan control method includes: continuously detecting a temperature of a heat source to obtain a plurality of temperature values; selecting one of the plurality of setting values based on variations of the temperature values; acquiring a value set from the temperature values based on the sampling number corresponding to the selected setting value, and generating an updated temperature value based on the value set; and controlling rotation of the fan based on the updated temperature value. |
| US11903161B2 |
Fan support
Particular embodiments described herein provide for an electronic device that can be configured to include a fan where the fan blades are decoupled from the center shaft. The fan can include a center shaft, a motor coil support, motor coils coupled to the motor coil support, a rotator coupled to the center shaft, and fan blades coupled to the rotator, where rotation of the fan blades is decoupled from the center shaft by the rotator. A blade support can be coupled to the rotator, where the blade support couples the fan blades to the rotator and magnets can be coupled to the blade support. In an example, the rotator can include an inner, an outer race, and bearings. |
| US11903157B2 |
Reusable holding component for heatsink
A reusable holding component is provided. The reusable holding component may comprise a frame with a fastener receiving opening extending from a first surface of the frame to a second surface of the frame, and at least one pin disposed on and extending away from the second surface of the frame, wherein the at least one pin includes at least two elongated segments with hooks disposed on a head portion of each of the at least two elongated segments. A heat transfer device and an electronic device with a heatsink are also provided. |
| US11903156B1 |
Brush port assembly and method for installing same
A brush port assembly includes a bezel frame and a brush component. The bezel frame is comprised of an elongate body having first and second ends, a top surface, and an underside. The elongate body is formed as a generally enclosed shape that frames an opening, whereby the first and second ends are arranged in an end-to-end relationship with a gap therebetween. The brush component has a spine member from which a plurality of bristles extend. The spine member is secured to the underside of the elongate body such that the bristles substantially entirely cover the opening. The bezel frame is installable, without the aid of tools, along an exposed edge of a brush port opening in a surface of an electronic equipment enclosure. Additionally, the bezel frame is installable around a cable that passes through the brush port opening by maneuvering the cable through the gap. |
| US11903155B2 |
Devices and accessories employing a living hinge
A device incorporating both a magnet and a living hinge may be employed to construct cases to protect electronic devices and to function as a closure for cases and lidded containers. Such cases often can be bent three 360° allowing the cases to be either closed protecting devices therein are closed upon themselves allowing the case to function to secure an electronic device to a substrate such as an article of clothing. The devices of the disclosure can also be used to organize and hold loose items together. |
| US11903152B2 |
Wall mounted thermostat assembly
A trim plate for a wall mounting assembly is shown. The trim plate includes a body defined by a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first end defining a front section and the second end defining a rear section, the body defining a passageway extending from the rear section, through the body, to the front section. The body includes a plurality of mounting holes formed through the body and spaced apart from one another around the passageway. The body further includes a positioning feature formed outward from the passageway and spaced apart from the mounting holes. The positioning feature is defined by rearwardly extending walls partially surrounding an aperture formed through the front section of the body, the rearwardly extending walls defining a pocket formed therebetween, the pocket extending along the rear section beyond the aperture. |
| US11903146B2 |
Printed wiring board and method for manufacturing printed wiring board
A printed wiring board is provided with: a core substrate corresponding to a stack area in which an interlayer connection conductor constituting an inner via is continuous; and a build-up layer comprising a resin layer stacked on the core substrate and a conductor layer on said resin layer. A via inner space inside the interlayer connection conductor constituting the inner via is hollow, and said via inner space communicates to the outside via a hole section provided in the build-up layer. |
| US11903145B2 |
Wiring board and semiconductor module including the same
A wiring board may include a core portion having first and second surfaces, and first and second buildup portions on the first and second surfaces, respectively. Each of the first and second buildup portions may include a first insulating layer on the core portion, a wire pattern on the first insulating layer, a second insulating layer on the first insulating layer to cover the wire pattern, and a protection layer covering the second insulating layer and exposing a portion of the wire pattern. The second insulating layer may include a resin layer and inorganic fillers distributed in the resin layer. The fillers may not be provided in the protection layer, and the resin layer of the second insulating layer and the protection layer may be formed of the same material. The wire patterns of the first and second buildup portions may be electrically connected to each other. |
| US11903142B2 |
Lens driving device, camera device, and optical apparatus including same
One embodiment comprises a circuit board including a mounting groove, an image sensor arranged within the mounting groove of the circuit board, and a first epoxy arranged within the mounting groove, wherein the mounting groove comprises a first side surface and a second side surface that face each other, and a third side surface and a fourth side surface that face each other, the circuit board includes at least one application groove provided on the first side surface and/or the second side surface of the mounting groove, the at least one application groove includes an opening opened toward the upper surface of the circuit board, and at least a portion of the first epoxy is arranged in the at least one application groove. |
| US11903139B2 |
High-density soft-matter electronics
The disclosure describes a soft-matter electronic device having micron-scale features, and methods to fabricate the electronic device. In some embodiments, the device comprises an elastomer mold having microchannels, which are filled with an eutectic alloy to create an electrically conductive element. The microchannels are sealed with a polymer to prevent the alloy from escaping the microchannels. In some embodiments, the alloy is drawn into the microchannels using a micro-transfer printing technique. Additionally, the molds can be created using soft-lithography or other fabrication techniques. The method described herein allows creation of micron-scale circuit features with a line width and spacing that is an order-of-magnitude smaller than those previously demonstrated. |
| US11903135B2 |
Holder arrangement
A holder arrangement for releasably holding a plurality of component feeders, configured to feed a component tape towards a picking position of a component mounting machine, is disclosed. The arrangement comprises a first mechanical interface configured to releasably attach the plurality of component feeders to the holder arrangement, and a second mechanical interface configured to releasably attach the holder arrangement to a component tape magazine configured to be loaded into the component mounting machine, such that the component feeders are positioned to guide the component tape to the picking position. Furthermore, a method for handling at least one component feeder, is disclosed. |
| US11903131B2 |
Holder for a button cell, arrangement comprising a holder, and method for automatically mounting a holder
The invention relates to a holder for a button cell, wherein the holder is intended to be fastened on a printed circuit board, wherein the holder has at least two first latching arms which protrude from the printed circuit board when the holder is in the mounted state, wherein the button cell is received between the first latching arms when the button cell is in the mounted state, wherein the first latching arms, at one end, are each connected to a main body which has a base area which is connected to the printed circuit board when the holder is in the mounted state, wherein the first latching arms each have at least one first latching lug in order to hold the button cell on the printed circuit board, and wherein the first latching lugs are arranged at a first distance from the base area of the main body. |
| US11903130B2 |
Method of manufacturing laminated magnetic core inductor with insulating and interface layers
An inductor includes a planar laminated magnetic core and a conductive winding. The planar magnetic core includes an alternating sequence of a magnetic layer and a non-magnetic layer. The non-magnetic layer includes an insulating layer that is disposed between first and second interface layers. The conductive winding turns around in a generally spiral manner on the outside of the planar laminated magnetic core. The inductor can be integrated into a multilevel wiring network in a semiconductor integrated circuit to form a microelectronic device, such as a transformer, a power converter, or a microprocessor. |
| US11903125B2 |
Optical module
An optical module includes a box-shaped housing with an optical element mounted therein. Further, a wiring substrate is bonded to a part of a surface of a housing part of the housing, and an electric wiring, which is formed in the wiring substrate or on a surface of the wiring substrate, and an electric wiring, which is introduced into the housing part or onto a surface of the housing part, are electrically connected to each other. |
| US11903124B2 |
Wide band printed circuit board through connector
A through connector device is disclosed. The device may include a coaxial cable receiver portion defined by one or more surfaces, the coaxial cable receiver portion configured to couple to a center conductor portion of a coaxial cable, the center conductor portion of the coaxial cable protruding above a dielectric material of the coaxial cable. The device may include a beam lead positioned adjacent to the coaxial cable receiver portion. The device may include a planar transmission line contact pad configured to make electrical contact with a planar transmission line of a printed circuit board. The device may include a step configured to electrically and mechanically couple the beam lead to the planar transmission line contact pad, the step configured to create a gap between a bottom surface of the beam lead and a top surface of an outer conductor portion of the coaxial cable. |
| US11903121B2 |
Printed circuit board design for high speed application
A printed circuit board includes a reference plane embedded in a substrate and adjacent to the top surface of the substrate. The printed circuit board also includes a first signal net and a second signal net being in close proximity to each other and disposed within a specific region on the top surface of the substrate. An outermost insulating layer on the top surface of the substrate covers the substrate, the first signal net and the second signal net, and includes an opening to expose a portion of the second signal net. A conductive layer is disposed in the opening and on the outermost insulating layer corresponding to the specific region, such that the conductive layer overlaps with the first signal net. A fifth signal net is embedded in the substrate and between the reference plane and the outermost insulating layer. |
| US11903119B2 |
Flexible circuit board and chip package having a chip mounting region
A flexible circuit board for a chip on film according to an embodiment includes: a substrate including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface and including a chip mounting region; a circuit pattern layer disposed on the first surface; and a heat dissipation part disposed in the chip mounting region, wherein the substrate is formed with at least two or more holes that are formed in a region overlapping the heat dissipation part, and the heat dissipation part includes: a heat dissipation pattern layer disposed on the first surface; a connection layer disposed inside the hole; and a heat dissipation layer disposed on the second surface. |
| US11903118B2 |
Cooling of ultrasound energizers mounted on printed circuit boards
An assembly including: a printed circuit board (PCB) having a first surface and a second surface; at least one energy transmitter mounted on the first surface; at least one cooling element associated with the PCB second surface, wherein the cooling element is configured to cool the at least one energy transmitter via the PCB. |
| US11903117B2 |
Ion beam target assemblies for neutron generation
Provided herein are systems, devices, articles of manufacture, and methods for generating neutrons employing a high energy ion beam target (HEM target) and a target backing configured to be in contact with the bottom surface of the HEIB target (e.g., to generate an ion beam target assembly). In certain embodiments, the HEM target has a thickness that is less than the penetration depth of protons or deuterons in the high energy ion beam that strikes the target. In certain embodiments, the target backing comprises a high hydrogen diffusion metal (e.g., palladium), has open spaces dispersed throughout for reduced proton diffusion distances, and has a shape and thickness such that all, or virtually all, of the protons or deuterons that pass through the HEIB target are stopped. Also provided herein are systems, devices, and methods for changing targets in an ion beam accelerator system. |
| US11903116B2 |
Cathode arc source, filters thereof and method of filtering macroparticles
A filter (104a, 104b, 108) for a cathode arc source comprises: a filter duct having at least one bend (104a, 104b), and a first magnetic field source for steering plasma through the filter duct for removal of macroparticles from the plasma; wherein the apparatus comprises a second magnetic field source (108) which is rotatably mounted surrounding a portion of the filter duct. Cathode arc sources (102) and cathode arc deposition apparatuses (106) comprise the filters described herein, and methods of filtering macroparticles from a beam of plasma emitted from a cathode arc source use the filters. |
| US11903115B2 |
Heating cooker
A heating cooker includes a heating chamber, a heating portion, a brushless motor, a body control circuit, a DC power supply circuit, a motor control circuit, and a safety device. The brushless motor drives a rotary drive mechanism included in the heating portion. The body control circuit outputs a drive signal for the brushless motor. The DC power supply circuit supplies DC power to the brushless motor. The motor control circuit controls the driving of the brushless motor in response to the drive signal. The safety device includes a rotation detection element to detect the rotation state of the rotor of the brushless motor and output a rotation detection signal, and a switch for blocking a power supply line connected to the DC power supply circuit. The safety device controls the switch in response to the rotation detection signal and drive signal. |
| US11903108B2 |
Illumination control device and illumination system
An illumination control device includes a first acquisition unit that acquires color information and brightness information, a first storage unit that stores duty ratios of a red light emitting element, a green light emitting element, and a blue light emitting element for each piece of color information, a second storage unit that stores a reference duty ratio for each piece of brightness information, a second acquisition unit that acquires the duty ratios of the red, green and the blue light emitting elements corresponding to the color information, a third acquisition unit that acquires the reference duty ratio corresponding to the brightness information, a calculation unit that calculates the output duty ratios by multiplying the duty ratios by the reference duty ratio, and an output unit that outputs the pulse signals with the output duty ratios to the red, green and the blue light emitting elements. |
| US11903105B2 |
Prediction and recovery of zero-crossing information and selective control signal pulse duration
Operation of an electrical load controller includes predetermining a duration of time based at least in part on a frequency of an alternating current (AC) waveform, the AC waveform oscillating though full cycles, selecting a detection window of time equal in duration to the predetermined duration of time, the selected detection window extending from a selected first time to a selected second time and straddling an expected time of a next zero-crossing of the AC waveform, monitoring a zero-crossing signal for a zero-crossing indication, of the next zero-crossing, occurring within the selected detection window, ascertaining a time of the next zero-crossing based on the monitoring, and selectively controlling a supply of AC power to a load, wherein the controlling uses the ascertained time of the next zero-crossing of the AC waveform to fire a switching circuit of the electrical load controller. |
| US11903103B2 |
Systems and methods to manage themes in lighting modules
A lighting system includes control adapters and a lighting controller that sends commands and data over an AC power line to power and control the lamps associated with the control adapters. Lighting themes are uniquely programmable color and intensity that are applied to a collection of control adapters to achieve different lighting modes instantly, without the delay that programming each control adapter individually incurs. The plurality of control adapters receive theme lighting information over the power line and store the theme information in memory. The lighting controller sends a single command to the collections of the control adapter groups to apply the theme or a multiple of themes to run in sequence as a pattern. Each control adapter retrieves and applies the theme information associated with the pattern. |
| US11903102B1 |
Defogging system using a transparent condensation sensor and heater
The technology relates to keeping sensors of a perception system optically clear and free from condensation. A transparent film, such as Indium Tin Oxide (ITO), acts as a moisture sensor that covers the optical area of interest. When a measured value of the moisture sensor meets a certain threshold that indicates the presence of condensate, power is applied to the sensor, turning it into a heater. When the measured value no longer meets the threshold, power is removed and heating ceases. The ITO layer may be lithographically applied to a glass sensor cover or other window, with interleaved sections of material that are spaced closely to detect a minimum amount of condensate. This arrangement enables the system to be employed in sensor assemblies at various locations along a self-driving vehicle, and can be used with different types of sensors such as lidar sensors, cameras and other imaging devices. |
| US11903100B2 |
Electronic cigarette, atomizer and heating assembly thereof
The invention relates to an electronic cigarette, an atomizer and a heating assembly thereof, wherein the heating assembly is used for the atomizer and includes an adsorption member, and at least one heating element for generating heat when electrified. The adsorption member comprises at least one surface defining at least one fixing groove therein, and the at least one heating element is disposed in the at least one fixing groove. The heating element is disposed in the fixing groove, so that the aerosol-generating substrate on the adsorption member can be more sufficiently coated on the heating element and dispersed to an outer surface of the heating element, preventing dry burning on the surface of the heating element; moreover, the amount of the aerosol-generating substrate heated and atomized by the heating element is increased, and so does the amount of aerosol generated by the heating element. |
| US11903095B2 |
5G OpenRAN controller
A device, method and software are presented for a 5G OpenRAN controller. In one embodiment the 5G OpenRAN controller includes an interface for an EPC virtualization stack; an interface for a radio virtualization stack; a software suite executing on the 5G OpenRAN controller; and wherein the 5G OpenRAN controller virtualizes existing cells into a pool of virtualized resources that can be allocated dynamically and virtualizes multiple cores into a pool of resources for multi-technology RANs and presents them as standard interfaces to a packet core. |
| US11903092B2 |
Capability indication method, terminal, and network-side network element
This disclosure provides a capability indication method, a terminal, and a network-side network element. The capability indication method includes: obtaining first information, where the first information includes at least one of the following: first indication information of a terminal capability, and terminal capability information mapped to the first indication information; and sending second indication information of the terminal capability based on the first information. |
| US11903090B2 |
Cloud-based cellular service management for mobile wireless devices
This Application sets forth techniques for cloud-based cellular service management for a set of associated mobile wireless devices, including maintenance of information for one or more subscriber identity modules (SIMs) and/or electronic SIMs (eSIMs) used by the set of mobile wireless devices. |
| US11903083B2 |
Method, session management function node, user plane function node, and user equipment for session management parameters maintenance and computer readable recording medium therein
The method proposes to establish at least one session between the User Equipment and the Session Management Function node, and initiate session deactivation for a session indicated by the User Plane Function node, upon detection inactivity of User Plane connection for the session for a period by the User Plane Function node. |
| US11903075B2 |
Resource allocation for device-to-device (D2D) communications
A wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU) may receive from a network resource allocation information for device to device (D2D) communication. The WTRU may select, from the received resource allocation information for a transmission time interval (TTI), resources for a D2D channel. The WTRU may transmit, with use of the selected resources, data directly to another WTRU. |
| US11903064B2 |
Network connection management across a multi-band wireless network
An example method includes receiving a connection request from a pending computing device to connect via one of multiple RF communication bands of a wireless network. The method further includes, in response to receiving the connection request from the pending computing device, determining whether a multiple RF communication band utilization threshold is exceeded by the connection request from the pending computing device. The method further includes in response to determining that the multiple RF communication band communication utilization threshold is not exceeded, establishing connection with the pending computing device via one of the multiple RF communication bands of the wireless network to enable communication of the pending computing device over the wireless network. |
| US11903062B2 |
Method for operating application requiring communication with external device, and electronic device therefor
The present disclosure relates to a device and method for operating an application in an electronic device and, specifically, to a device and method for operating an application requiring communication. A method according to an embodiment in the present disclosure may comprise the operations of: in relation to the first application, performing first wireless communication on the basis of first service and session continuity (SSC) information of 5G defined by the 3rd generation partnership project (3GPP); detecting an operation selected during the first wireless communication; generating second SSC information at least partly different from the first SSC information, at least partly on the basis of the identification; storing the second SSC information in a memory at least transiently; and in relation to the first application, storing instructions according to which second wireless communication is performed on the basis of the second SCC information. |
| US11903059B2 |
Method and apparatus for quality of service (QOS) flow establishment in a wireless communication system
A method and device for Quality of Service (QOS) flow establishment are disclosed. A relay User Equipment (UE) establishes a PC5 unicast link with a remote UE. The relay UE also receives an identity of a PC5 QoS flow and a first PC5 5G QoS Identifier (PQI) of the PC5 QoS flow from the remote UE for adding the PC5 QoS flow, wherein the first PQI indicates end-to-end QoS requirements of the PC5 QoS flow for traffic transmission between the remote UE and a network. The relay UE further derives a second PQI for the PC5 QoS flow and a 5QI for a QoS flow according to the first PQI. In addition, the relay UE transmits a Protocol Data Unit (PDU) Session Modification Request message to the network for adding the QoS flow, wherein the PDU Session Modification Request message includes an identity of the QoS flow and the 5QI. |
| US11903057B2 |
Method for relaying unstructured traffic, and relay UE
One disclosure of the present specification provides a method for operating in relay user equipment (UE). The method may comprise the steps of: receiving a communication request message directly from a first remote UE; performing a procedure for establishing an access and mobility management function (AMF) entity and a protocol data unit (PDU) session; and storing mapping information between an identifier of a PC5 link with the first remote UE and an identifier of the PDU session on the basis of the PDU session being established for an unstructured PDU session type for unstructured traffic. |
| US11903052B2 |
Method and apparatus for supporting various services in wireless communication system
The disclosure relates to a 5th generation (5G) or pre-5G communication system for supporting a data transmission rate higher than that of a 4th generation (4G) system, such as long-term evolution (LTE). The disclosure provides a method for operating a terminal in a wireless communication system, the method including: performing communication with an access and mobility management function (AMF) in a first network; and transmitting a radio resource control (RRC) message including information on the AMF in a second network. |
| US11903050B2 |
Communication device and control method thereof
A communication equipment comprises a wireless LAN transceiver, and a controller. The controller is configured to when performing connect process to an access point by the wireless LAN transceiver, decide whether to perform a communication acknowledgement to confirm availability of an internet connection via the access point, on the basis of identification information which the wireless LAN transceiver receives from the access point. |
| US11903048B2 |
Connecting to virtualized mobile core networks
A 5G Network Architecture uses virtualization and network slicing. The user equipment (UE) interacts with an underlay network that interacts with virtual network slices. The UE interacts with the underlay network (ULN) to establish a connection to a virtual network slice. Procedures are defined to assign a new slice instance to a UE (UE initiated and ULN initiated); to change a UE Profile (UE initiated and ULN Initiated); and to change a UE's assigned slice instance (ULN Initiated). |
| US11903046B1 |
Method and system for vehicle inspection
A system and method for using a mobile device to capture the proper execution of a series of one or more tasks with pre-assigned constraints that are associated with a specific set of assets is disclosed herein. The assets have certain known physical attributes and characteristics and are configured in a known manner. The assets are preferably vehicles such as trucks. |
| US11903045B2 |
Information processing device and information processing system
The present technology relates to an information processing device and an information processing system which enable setting for establishing connection to a wireless LAN in a simple manner. The present technology includes a user interface that receives a user input concerning connection setting of a second communication path of another information processing device, a communication section that exchanges a command with the other information processing device via a predetermined server by using a first communication path, on the basis of the user input, and a processing section that processes the command. The command includes information that is necessary for the other information processing device to establish the second communication path. The present technology is applicable to an information processing device that performs setting for an IoT (Internet of Things) terminal, for example. |
| US11903044B2 |
Systems and methods for network slice traffic identification using dynamic network addressing
A network device may maintain a list of existing slice identifiers, associated with slices of a core network, that are in use in active UE sessions, and may receive a slice identifier associated with a slice of the core network and provided in a request to establish a session between a UE and the slice of the core network. The network device may determine whether the slice identifier matches an existing slice identifier included in the list, and may create a new network address, with an address of the network device and the slice identifier, based on the slice identifier failing to match an existing slice identifier included in the list. The network device may utilize the new network address to establish the session between the UE and the slice of the core network. |
| US11903042B2 |
Method and system for uplink classifier and branching point service
A method, a device, and a non-transitory storage medium are described in which an uplink classifier and branching point service is provided. The service may include the management of user plane function devices or uplink classifier devices according to various architectures and connectivity among the user plane function devices or uplink classifier devices. The service may allow end devices situated in different locations to connect to different application service host devices and application service layer networks based on such management. |
| US11903038B2 |
Method for random access, user equipment and base station
The present disclosure relates to a communication method and system for converging a 5th-Generation (5G) communication system for supporting higher data rates beyond a 4th-Generation (4G) system with a technology for Internet of Things (IoT). The present disclosure may be applied to intelligent services based on the 5G communication technology and the IoT-related technology, such as smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car, connected car, health care, digital education, smart retail, security and safety services. Embodiments of the present invention provide a method for RACH re-attempt, a user equipment and a base station. The method comprises the steps of: by a base station, determining system configuration information and transmitting the system configuration information to a user equipment; and then, by the user equipment, transmitting a preamble sequence to perform random access, and if the random access is failed, performing RACH attempt according to the received RACH re-attempt configuration information to perform random access until a preset decision condition is satisfied. The embodiment of the present invention is used for RACH re-attempt when random access fails. |
| US11903035B2 |
Random access procedures using multiple active bandwidth parts
Wireless communications using multiple active resources (e.g., bandwidth parts (BWP)) are described. A predetermined rule may be used to determine on which downlink (DL) BWP of multiple active DL BWPs, and/or on which uplink (UL) BWP of multiple active UL BWPs, a message is to be sent. A wireless device and/or a base station may reduce the quantity of active DL BWPs and/or active UL BWPs to monitor for a response. |
| US11903031B2 |
Multi-carrier signal transmission method, device, and system
Disclosed are a method, an apparatus, and a system for transmitting a signal using multiple carriers. In detail, provided are a wireless communication apparatus including a communication module; and a processor, wherein the processor obtains a common back-off counter for a carrier set on which data is to be transmitted, wherein the carrier set includes at least one component carrier, performs back-off of each of the component carriers using the obtained common back-off counter, and simultaneously transmits data through at least one component carrier in which the back-off is completed and a wireless communication method using the same. |
| US11903030B2 |
Communication apparatus
A communication apparatus is provided, and the communication apparatus includes a control unit that performs control to: generate channel information relating to transmittable frequency channels of data, and bandwidth information relating to a bandwidth of a frequency to be used to transmit the data; transmit a request signal to another communication apparatus, by using a frequency channel that has been selected from the transmittable frequency channels, the request signal including the channel information and the bandwidth information that have been generated; and transmit the data to the other communication apparatus, by using frequency channels that have been selected as receivable frequency channels by the other communication apparatus. The present technology can be applied, for example, to a wireless LAN system. |
| US11903028B2 |
Wireless communication device, wireless communication terminal, and wireless communication method
According to one embodiment, a wireless communication device includes: controlling circuitry configured to set at least one of: a first transmission prohibition period for a first network to which the wireless communication device belongs; or a second transmission prohibition period for a second network, and to determine, when a first frame addressed to another device is received in a case that the first transmission prohibition period is not set and the second transmission prohibition period is set, a state of a wireless medium based on comparing a reception level of the first frame with a threshold defined corresponding to one of the first network and the second network, to which a sender of the first frame belongs. |
| US11903023B2 |
Method for transmitting and receiving signal in wireless communication system and apparatus for supporting same
Disclosed in various embodiments of the present disclosure are a method for transmitting and receiving a signal in a wireless communication system and an apparatus for supporting same. |