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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8157563 | Guide device able to interact with a number of sleeves disposed in a tooth template A guide device is provided that can interact with a number of sleeves of a tooth template. The guide device can include a handle part, a support part, and a guide part. The handle part can include first and second parts. The first part can be connectable to the seco... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8151477 | CMM with modular functionality An articulated arm CMM system comprises an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a measuring probe at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end, the base comprising a docking portion. The articulated arm CMM system also includes a plura... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8142192 | Device for transferring the position of an angled abutment from a model to an implant A method is provided for transferring the position of an angled abutment from a model to an implant installed in the jawbone of a patient. The method can include attaching an attachment member to the first implant replica, attaching an angled abutment to the second ... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8128709 | Functional foot cover A cover for a foot prosthesis comprises an opening at a top end of the cover, which extends into a cavity formed within the cover, wherein the cavity is configured to receive a prosthesis therein. A wall surrounds the cavity and has the shape of a natural human foot... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8128402 | Tubular bone anchoring element A bone anchoring element comprises a tubular implant to be inserted into bone tissue for anchoring a prosthetic component located outside the bone. The implant has a compact, impermeable side wall (2) and is open at one end while the other end is closed by a ... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8126881 | Predictive conversion systems and methods In one embodiment, a system and method of predicting sale transaction conversion rate of an item operates through a search of information in response to a query over a network. The item can be included in a category of items. Information for other relevant items of ... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8122772 | Sensing systems and methods for monitoring gait dynamics Systems and method for monitoring gait dynamics are disclosed. The performance of an orthotic or prosthetic device or other device associated with a limb may be measured based on the resistance of a bending sensor. Data from the sensors is gathered or processed, par... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8109308 | Tension-based non-pneumatic tire A non-pneumatic tire for supporting a load by working in tension comprising a generally annular inner ring, a generally annular outer ring, and an interconnected web having a plurality of web elements and comprising a plurality of generally polygonal openings. Web e... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8104524 | Tension-based non-pneumatic tire A non-pneumatic tire for supporting a load by working in tension comprising a generally annular inner surface, a generally annular outer ring, and an interconnected web having a plurality of web elements and comprising a plurality of generally polygonal openings. We... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8100955 | Orthopedic expansion fastener Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An integrated fixation plate and spacer having a retaining structure within the screw holes of the fixation plate to resist backout of screws attaching the fixation plate to the bone is provided. A... | 01/24/2012 |
| 8100126 | Breathing assistance apparatus The present invention is a mask for the delivery of gases to a patient. The mask has a hollow body and a cushion that seals against the user's face. The cushion is comprised of an inner resilient cushion and an outer flexible sheath. The cushion preferably extends b... | 01/24/2012 |
| 8092481 | Expandable percutaneous sheath Disclosed is an expandable percutaneous sheath, for introduction into the body while in a first, low cross-sectional area configuration, and subsequent expansion to a second, enlarged cross-sectional configuration. The sheath is maintained in the first, low cross-se... | 01/10/2012 |
| 8062304 | Spinal implant distractor/inserter A vertebral distractor-inserter comprising a housing, a pair of opposing arms in mechanical communication with the housing, a driving rod extending through at least a portion of the housing and between the arms, wherein the driving rod comprises an axis and a surfac... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8048172 | Actuator assembly for prosthetic or orthotic joint A system and method associated with the movement of a limb. In one example, the system, such as a prosthetic or orthotic system, includes an actuator that actively controls, or adjusts, the angle between a foot unit and a lower limb member. The actuator preferably s... | 11/01/2011 |
| 7998221 | Foot prosthesis with resilient multi-axial ankle The present foot prosthesis includes various structural features that provide the foot with advantageous rollover properties. In certain embodiments, the foot guides rollover toward the medial side. For example, an asymmetrical upper element and a correspondingly sh... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7998176 | Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization A method and apparatus of limiting at least one degree of movement between a superior vertebral body, an inferior vertebral body, and an intermediate vertebral body that is disposed between the superior and inferior vertebral bodies of a patient. The method can comp... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7998172 | Vertebral facet joint prosthesis and method of fixation Devices and methods for altering the spacing and motion at the facet joints of the vertebral column are provided. One embodiment of the invention comprises a prosthesis with surfaces configured to articulate with the facets of the facet joint. A retaining member for... | 08/16/2011 |
| D643319 | Portable coordinate measurement machine | 08/16/2011 |
| 7993377 | Method and apparatus for spinal fixation Disclosed is a fixation device that includes an elongated body including a bone anchor at a distal end. An axially moveable proximal anchor is carried by the proximal end of the fixation device. In one embodiment, the device is advanced through a spinous process of ... | 08/09/2011 |
| D641347 | Case | 07/12/2011 |
| D641346 | Case | 07/12/2011 |
| 7955367 | Fluorescent handpiece A handpiece can treat biological tissue using electromagnetic radiation, which can be substantially fluorescent light. The handpiece includes a source of electromagnetic radiation and a nonlinear waveguide. The nonlinear waveguide is adjacent the source, receives el... | 06/07/2011 |
| D639418 | Nasal pillow | 06/07/2011 |
| 7951110 | Expandable spinal sheath and method of use Disclosed is an expandable percutaneous sheath, for introduction into the body while in a first, low cross-sectional area configuration, and subsequent expansion to a second, enlarged cross-sectional configuration. The sheath is maintained in the first, low cross-se... | 05/31/2011 |
| D638931 | Connector for a patient ventilating and aspirating system | 05/31/2011 |
| 7938832 | Method and apparatus for spinal fixation Fusion of cervical spinal vertebrae with one or more fixation devices can be accomplished with the described tools and methods. For example, a guidewire introducer can include a tubular introducer cannula and a handle. The handle can be angularly offset from the int... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7931628 | Device for closing tissue openings A tissue closure device has an elongate body with a first portion and a second portion. A wound closure member is also provided. In operation, a wound closure member is releasably held on a distal end of the first portion. The wound closure member is advanced within... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7918591 | LED-based luminaire An LED-based luminaire includes a driver configured to convert line voltage into a desired power configuration. Elongate fasteners attach one or more LED-based lighting modules to a mount member and also to energized poles of the power driver. The fasteners communic... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7901438 | Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization A method and apparatus of limiting at least one degree of movement between a superior vertebrae and an inferior vertebrae of a patient includes advancing a distal end of a stabilization device into a pedicle of the inferior vertebrae. A proximal portion of the stabi... | 03/08/2011 |
| 7892203 | Expandable transluminal sheath Disclosed is an expandable transluminal sheath, for introduction into the body while in a first, low cross-sectional area configuration, and subsequent expansion of at least a part of the distal end of the sheath to a second, enlarged cross-sectional configuration. ... | 02/22/2011 |
| 7882553 | Authentication device and method An apparatus for generating intermediate cryptogram data corresponding to a dynamic password for a first cryptographic scheme, the intermediate cryptogram data being suitable for display using a device designed for a second, different cryptographic scheme, the appar... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7848261 | Systems and methods for providing a quiescing protocol The systems and methods of the present invention provide a quiescing protocol. In one embodiment, nodes of a system utilize the protocol to complete processing until they reach a consistent state. In one embodiment, a coordinator initiates the quiescing process and ... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7846183 | Vertebral facet joint prosthesis and method of fixation Devices and methods for altering the spacing and motion at the facet joints of the vertebral column are provided. One embodiment of the invention comprises a prosthesis with surfaces configured to articulate with the facets of the facet joint. A retaining member for... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7857832 | Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization A method and apparatus of limiting at least one degree of movement between a superior vertebrae and an inferior vertebrae of a patient includes advancing a distal end of a stabilization device into a pedicle of the inferior vertebrae. A proximal portion of the stabi... | 12/28/2010 |
| 7828762 | Catheter with multiple ultrasound radiating members A catheter for delivering ultrasonic energy and therapeutic compounds to a treatment site within a patient's vasculature comprises a tubular body. The tubular body has a proximal region and a distal region opposite the proximal region. The catheter further comprises... | 11/09/2010 |
| 7824429 | Method and apparatus for spinal fixation Disclosed is a fixation device for spinal fixation. The fixation device includes an elongated body comprising a bone anchor at a distal end. An axially moveable proximal anchor is carried by the proximal end of the fixation device. In one embodiment, the device is i... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7815341 | Strip illumination device A low-profile strip illumination device comprises a substrate supporting an elongate heat conductor and positively and negatively energized elongate rails. A plurality of spaced apart light emitting diodes (LEDs) are mounted so as to be powered by the elongate rails... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7800300 | Organic electroluminescent display device having electroluminescent transistors and methods of manufacturing the device An electroluminescent display device is disclosed. The device includes electroluminescent transistors which function as both signal switches and as electroluminescent light sources for the display pixels. ... | 09/21/2010 |
| 7799300 | Method and apparatus for removing substances from gases The present invention concerns a method and an apparatus for removing substances from gases discharged from gas phase reactors. In particular, the invention provides a method for removing substances contained in gases discharged from an ALD reaction process, compris... | 09/21/2010 |
| 7797283 | Systems and methods for maintaining distributed data Systems and methods are disclosed that provide an indexing data structure. In one embodiment, the indexing data structure is mirrored index tree where the copies of the nodes of the tree are stored across devices in a distributed system. In one embodiment, nodes tha... | 09/14/2010 |
