公开(公告)号：US07926519B1

公开(公告)日：2011-04-19

申请号：US12610796

申请日：2009-11-02

Applicant: Donald E. Wigent, III

Inventor： Donald E. Wigent, III

IPC: D03D47/24

CPC classification number: D03D25/005 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  D03D1/0088 ,  D10B2101/12 ,  D10B2401/046 ,  D10B2401/20 ,  Y10T428/24058 ,  Y10T442/3195 ,  Y10T442/322 ,  Y10T442/3325 ,  Y10T442/3366

Abstract: A 3-D woven fabric having substantially elongated foam elements integrally formed therein during fabric formation for providing open corridors within the fabric. The fabric is preferably used for structural, stiffener, or component applications.

Abstract translation: 一种3-D机织织物，其在织物形成期间具有一体地形成在其中的基本上细长的泡沫元件，以在织物内提供开放的走廊。 该织物优选用于结构，加强件或组件应用。

公开(公告)号：US07918852B2

公开(公告)日：2011-04-05

申请号：US11381064

申请日：2006-05-01

Applicant: Philip James Tullis ,  Chamara Gamhewage ,  Douglas Alan Staunton ,  Eland Cramlet ,  Nicole Fickes ,  Andy Staats

Inventor： Philip James Tullis ,  Chamara Gamhewage ,  Douglas Alan Staunton ,  Eland Cramlet ,  Nicole Fickes ,  Andy Staats

IPC: A61B18/14

CPC classification number: A61B18/1477 ,  A61B2017/00212 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00434 ,  A61B2018/0044 ,  A61B2018/00821 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: An electrosurgical system preferably used for denervation procedures of nerve tissue has a control unit and a pluggable electrode assembly. The electrode assembly has a preferably disposable cannula and a preservable supply electrode assembly. The cannula has a tubular body that projects axially from a preferably pointed distal end for piercing tissue to a proximal end engaged to a first coupling assembly of the cannula. The body carries a first contact exposed directly to the nerve tissue and connected electrically to a terminal of the first coupling assembly. The supply electrode assembly has a second coupling assembly and a supply electrode that projects axially and removably into a through-bore of the body when the tool is in an operating state. The second coupling assembly carries a terminal that abuts the first coupling assembly when the coupling assemblies are mated. Preferably the supply electrode carries a temperature sensor for temperature measurement of the targeted tissue and processing by the control unit. Preferably, the electrode assembly also includes a stylet having a rod that fits into the through-bore of the body when the supply electrode assembly is removed and the tool is in a tissue penetrating state.

Abstract translation: 优选用于神经组织去神经过程的电外科系统具有控制单元和可插拔电极组件。 电极组件具有优选的一次性插管和可保存的供应电极组件。 套管具有一个管状体，其从优选的尖端远端轴向突出，用于将组织刺穿到与套管的第一联接组件接合的近端。 身体携带直接暴露于神经组织并与第一联接组件的端子电连接的第一接触。 供电电极组件具有第二联接组件和供应电极，当工具处于工作状态时，该第二联接组件和供电电极可轴向突出并可拆卸地突出到主体的通孔中。 当联接组件配合时，第二联接组件承载邻接第一联接组件的端子。 优选地，供给电极携带用于目标组织的温度测量的温度传感器和由控制单元进行的处理。 优选地，当供电电极组件被移除并且工具处于组织穿透状态时，电极组件还包括具有配合到身体的通孔中的杆的探针。

公开(公告)号：US07885168B2

公开(公告)日：2011-02-08

申请号：US11019933

申请日：2004-12-21

Applicant: Giulio Ricotti ,  Marcellino Gemelli

Inventor： Giulio Ricotti ,  Marcellino Gemelli

IPC: G11B7/00

CPC classification number: G01K7/01 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  G01Q80/00 ,  G11B9/14 ,  G11B9/1409 ,  G11B11/03 ,  G11B11/16 ,  G11B13/00 ,  G11B2005/0021

Abstract: A data-storage device has a data-storage medium storing data as local deformations, and at least one read/write element including a supporting structure, which carries a local probe arranged facing the data-storage medium. The local probe is formed by a bipolar junction. The supporting structure is formed by a first and a second arms of semiconductor material, carried by a substrate and extending in cantilever fashion above a cavity made within the substrate.

Abstract translation: 数据存储装置具有存储数据作为局部变形的数据存储介质，以及包括支撑结构的至少一个读/写元件，该支撑结构承载面向数据存储介质的本地探针。 局部探针由双极结形成。 支撑结构由半导体材料的第一和第二臂形成，由衬底承载并且以悬臂方式在衬底内形成的空腔上延伸。

公开(公告)号：US20110009858A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-13

申请号：US12877887

申请日：2010-09-08

Applicant: Theodore C. Ormsby ,  Ming-Fan Law ,  George L. Leung

Inventor： Theodore C. Ormsby ,  Ming-Fan Law ,  George L. Leung

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: H01Q1/42 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/003 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00357 ,  A61B2018/00839 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A RF catheter system includes a catheter with a proximal portion, a distal portion having a distal end and a lumen extending from the proximal portion to the distal portion. Inner and outer coaxially aligned conductors extend within the catheter and are coaxial with the lumen. A deflectable catheter guide is disposed within the catheter lumen and extends proximally within the catheter lumen and terminates distally of the distal end of the catheter to define a biological ablation pathway. A radio-frequency antenna is disposed at the distal portion of the catheter and is in electrical communication with the inner and outer coaxially aligned conductors. The radio-frequency antenna is adaptable to receive and transmit radio-frequency energy for ablating biological tissue along the ablation pathway.

Abstract translation: RF导管系统包括具有近端部分的导管，远侧部分具有远端，以及从近端部分延伸到远端部分的内腔。 内部和外部同轴对准的导体在导管内延伸并且与内腔同轴。 导管导管设置在导管内腔内并且在导管内腔内向近侧延伸并且终止于导管远端的远端以限定生物消融通路。 射频天线设置在导管的远端部分并且与内部和外部同轴对齐的导体电连通。 射频天线适于接收和发射用于沿着消融路径烧蚀生物组织的射频能量。

公开(公告)号：US20110004087A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-06

申请号：US12496855

申请日：2009-07-02

Applicant: Jeffrey M. Fish ,  Sacha C. Hall ,  Theodore A. Johnson

Inventor： Jeffrey M. Fish ,  Sacha C. Hall ,  Theodore A. Johnson

IPC: A61B5/04 ,  H01R43/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/042 ,  A61B5/0422 ,  A61B5/6857 ,  A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/1435 ,  A61B2562/125 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: An electrophysiology catheter includes an elongate catheter body having an elastically-deformable distal region predisposed to assume a spiral shape and a first plurality of electrodes disposed thereon. Each of the first plurality of electrodes includes an electrically active region limited to the inner surface of the spiral shape for use in non-contact electrophysiology studies. A second plurality of electrodes may also be disposed on the distal region interspersed (e.g., alternating) with the first plurality of electrodes, with each of the second plurality of electrodes having an electrically active region extending into the outer surface of the spiral shape for use in contact electrophysiology studies. The distal region may be deformed into a straight configuration for insertion into and navigation through the patient's vasculature, for example via use of a tubular introducer. As the distal region deploys beyond the distal end of the introducer, it resumes the spiral shape.

Abstract translation: 电生理导管包括细长的导管主体，其具有倾向于呈现螺旋形状的可弹性变形的远端区域和设置在其上的第一多个电极。 第一多个电极中的每一个包括限于用于非接触电生理学研究的螺旋形状的内表面的电活性区域。 第二多个电极也可以设置在与第一多个电极分散（例如交替）的远侧区域上，第二多个电极中的每一个具有延伸到螺旋形状的外表面中的电活性区域以供使用 接触电生理学研究。 远侧区域可以变形成直的构造，用于插入和导航通过患者的脉管系统，例如通过使用管状导引器。 当远端区域展开超过导引器的远端时，它恢复螺旋形状。

公开(公告)号：US07845707B2

公开(公告)日：2010-12-07

申请号：US12046658

申请日：2008-03-12

Applicant: Yueh-Se J. Huang ,  Houng Yue Chang ,  Phillip M. Turner ,  Pei-Chung Wang

Inventor： Yueh-Se J. Huang ,  Houng Yue Chang ,  Phillip M. Turner ,  Pei-Chung Wang

IPC: B60J10/08

CPC classification number: B60J10/80 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A closure assembly with a shape memory polymer seal is provided for use with a vehicle. The closure assembly includes a frame member configured for attachment to the vehicle body to selectively transition from a closed position to an open position. The seal structure includes a base portion elongated along and attached to a peripheral edge of the frame member or the vehicle body, and a flexible contact portion extending integrally from the base portion and configured for sealing communication with an opposing surface. A thermally-activated smart material (TASM), namely a shape memory polymer member, is disposed inside a cavity within the contact portion. A thermoelectric device is in thermal communication with the TASM, and is characterized by a thermal differential when current flows therethrough. The TASM is activated in response to the thermal differential of the thermoelectric device, thereby altering at least one physical property of the TASM.

Abstract translation: 提供具有形状记忆聚合物密封件的封闭组件用于与车辆一起使用。 闭合组件包括构造成附接到车体以选择性地从关闭位置转换到打开位置的框架构件。 密封结构包括沿着框架构件或车身的周边部分延伸并附接到底座部分的基部，以及柔性接触部分，其从基部部分整体延伸并且被构造成用于密封与相对表面的连通。 热活化智能材料（TASM），即形状记忆聚合物构件，设置在接触部分内的空腔的内部。 热电装置与TASM热连通，其特征在于电流流过其中时的热差。 TASM响应于热电装置的热差而被激活，从而改变TASM的至少一个物理特性。

公开(公告)号：US07836564B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-23

申请号：US11530917

申请日：2006-09-12

Applicant: William Barvosa-Carter ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne

Inventor： William Barvosa-Carter ,  Andrew C. Keefe ,  Alan L. Browne

IPC: A44B18/00

CPC classification number: A44B18/0003 ,  A44B18/0096 ,  B29C65/66 ,  B29C65/76 ,  B29C66/1242 ,  B29C66/126 ,  B29C66/524 ,  B29C66/73715 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  F16B1/0014 ,  Y10T24/27 ,  Y10T24/2758 ,  Y10T24/2775 ,  Y10T24/2783 ,  Y10T24/45461 ,  Y10T29/49801 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T29/49865 ,  Y10T29/49945 ,  Y10T29/49947 ,  Y10T29/49954

Abstract: Mechanically interlocking releasable fastener systems include a reinforced shape memory polymer for forming one of the interlocking components. The reinforced shape memory polymer includes a filler material in the form of a fiber and/or platelet. The filler can include an electrically conductive filler, a thermally conductive filler, a dielectric fillers, and mixtures thereof. Also disclosed herein are processes for using the releasable fastener systems.

Abstract translation: 机械互锁的可释放紧固件系统包括用于形成互锁部件中的一个的增强形状记忆聚合物。 增强形状记忆聚合物包括纤维和/或血小板形式的填充材料。 填料可包括导电填料，导热填料，介电填料及其混合物。 本文还公开了使用可释放的紧固件系统的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20100268217A1

公开(公告)日：2010-10-21

申请号：US12301895

申请日：2007-05-23

Applicant: Nagy Habib

Inventor： Nagy Habib

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B17/12013 ,  A61B17/2202 ,  A61B18/24 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/1435 ,  A61B2018/1467 ,  A61B2018/1475 ,  A61B2018/2272 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: A device is provided that is suitable for percutaneous insertion into a hollow vessel, such as a blood vessel, within the body of a patient for purpose of causing endoluminal closure of the vessel at a specified therapeutic site in the body of a patient. The device suitably is in the form of a catheter that is slidably mounted on a guidewire. The catheter may comprise one or more heating modules, as well as one or more extendable structures located on the device and optionally on the associated guidewire, that lead thermal ablation of the vessel walls and subsequent collapse of the vessel. The catheter can function alone or in cooperation with an associated guidewire to induce sealing of the vessel. Methods of using the catheter to treat lesions such as tumours or hemorrhages are also described.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种适于经皮插入患者体内的中空血管（例如血管）的装置，目的是在患者体内的特定治疗部位引起血管内腔封闭。 该装置适合于可滑动地安装在导丝上的导管的形式。 导管可以包括一个或多个加热模块，以及位于装置上并且任选地在相关联的导丝上的一个或多个可延伸结构，其引导血管壁的热消融和随后的血管破裂。 导管可以单独地或与相关联的导丝协作起作用以引起血管密封。 还描述了使用导管治疗诸如肿瘤或出血的病变的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20100256629A1

公开(公告)日：2010-10-07

申请号：US12755244

申请日：2010-04-06

Applicant: Bryan WYLIE ,  Edmund TAM ,  Gregory SCHMITZ ,  Isidro M. GANDIONCO ,  Lee James CARMACK ,  Vahid SAADAT ,  Veerappan SWAMINATHAN ,  Zachary J. MALCHANO ,  Zachary WEST

Inventor： Bryan WYLIE ,  Edmund TAM ,  Gregory SCHMITZ ,  Isidro M. GANDIONCO ,  Lee James CARMACK ,  Vahid SAADAT ,  Veerappan SWAMINATHAN ,  Zachary J. MALCHANO ,  Zachary WEST

IPC: A61B18/18

CPC classification number: A61B18/1492 ,  A61B2017/00867 ,  A61B2018/00214 ,  A61B2018/0022 ,  A61B2018/00273 ,  A61B2090/3614 ,  A61B2218/002 ,  C08L2201/12

Abstract: Methods and devices for treatment of the ostium are described herein. Examples of such devices include inflatable balloons which have one or more raised pores along a distal portion which act as conduits for providing saline flow from the balloon to facilitate visualization of the contacted tissue as well as providing for a conduction path for energy delivery. The balloon may be configured in various shapes to facilitate contact of the balloon in and against the ostium.

Abstract translation: 本文描述了用于治疗口腔的方法和装置。 这种装置的实例包括可膨胀气囊，其具有沿着远端部分的一个或多个凸起孔，其作为用于从气囊提供盐水流动的导管，以便于接触组织的可视化以及为能量输送提供传导路径。 气囊可以被配置成各种形状，以便于气囊与口腔接触。

公开(公告)号：US20100242151A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-30

申请号：US12411961

申请日：2009-03-26

Applicant: Sophie L. Mather

Inventor： Sophie L. Mather

IPC: A41B1/00

CPC classification number: A41D27/28 ,  A41D13/0053 ,  A41D31/06 ,  A41D31/14 ,  C08L2201/12 ,  D04B21/16 ,  D10B2401/02

Abstract: An article of apparel may include a torso region with a front area, a back area, and a pair of side areas. At least a portion of each of the side areas are formed from a material with (a) a first air permeability when unexposed to water and (b) a second air permeability when exposed to water. The first air permeability may be less than 279 cm3/second per cm2 measured in accordance with ASTM D 737, and the second air permeability may be greater than 279 cm3/second per cm2 measured in accordance with ASTM D 737. In some configurations, at least a portion of the back area may be formed from the material. The article of apparel may be a shirt, and the article of apparel may include arm regions that extend outward from the torso region.

Abstract translation: 衣物可以包括具有前区域，后区域和一对侧区域的躯干区域。 每个侧面区域的至少一部分由具有（a）当未暴露于水时具有第一透气性的材料形成，以及（b）暴露于水时的第二透气性。 根据ASTM D 737测量，第一透气度可以小于每平方厘米279厘米3 /秒，根据ASTM D 737测量，第二透气度可以大于每厘米279厘米3 /秒。在一些构型中， 背部区域的至少一部分可以由材料形成。 服装物品可以是衬衫，服装物品可以包括从躯干区域向外延伸的手臂区域。