| 23rd week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 10 |
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| 20150151089 | CATHETER ASSEMBLY BLOOD CONTROL DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS - A catheter assembly includes a catheter hub and an introducer needle. The introducer needle extends through the catheter hub and through a catheter tube so as to assist placement of the catheter tube into a patient's blood vessel. Blood flashback into the catheter tube and/or catheter hub can indicate when the catheter tube is properly positioned within the blood vessel. After proper catheter tube placement is confirmed through blood flashback, the introducer needle is withdrawn. A septum blocks flashback blood from flowing proximally out of the catheter hub. One or more air vents enable air within the hub to vent when flashback blood enters the catheter hub. A porous hydrophobic material covers the one or more air vents. The hydrophobic material allows the air to flow therethrough and through the vents, but repels blood, blocking blood from flowing through the air vents. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151090 | COAXIAL GUIDE COIL FOR INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY PROCEDURES - The present application describes a coaxial guide coil catheter device to be placed inside of a standard cardiovascular guide catheter for facilitating extra support in the coronary artery when advancing interventional cardiology devices such as balloon catheters and stent delivery systems. This device is passed through the main lumen of a standard guide catheter so that the tip of the coaxial guide coil device is extended past the tip of the guide catheter and into the coronary artery. The proximal portion of the coaxial guide coil will remain within the guide catheter. The device improves the ability of the guide catheter to remain seated in the coronary ostium during interventional procedures. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151091 | TWISTED RIBBON WIRE GUIDEWIRE COIL - A medical guidewire having distal tip coil that includes a twisted ribbon wire construction. The distal tip coil is mounted to the distal end of the distal core section of the guidewire. The coil is made from a flat ribbon wire with a polygonal, preferably rectangular, cross-section that is twisted along the length of the wire. The twisted, flat ribbon wire creates a tip coil that has a roughened, undulating surface at the outer circumference that, whether coated or bare, is perceptible to the physician or cardiologist when pushing or torquing the guidewire in an interventional procedure. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151092 | MEDICAL BALLOON HAVING STRENGTHENING RODS - A non-compliant medical balloon may be changed from a deflated state to an inflated state by increasing the internal pressure within the balloon. The balloon comprises a balloon layer having an outer surface, the balloon layer including a base layer, a first reinforcing layer and a second reinforcing layer. The base layer is formed of a polymer material. The first reinforcing layer is one of either a plurality of discrete inelastic fibers oriented substantially parallel to the long axis of the balloon and a first layer of textile fabric material, the textile fabric material being one of a woven, knitted, braided and non-woven fabric. The second reinforcing layer is one of either at least one inelastic fiber wrapped around the circumference of the balloon substantially transverse to the long axis of the balloon and a second layer of textile fabric material, the textile fabric material being one of a woven, knitted, braided and non-woven fabric. At least one of the first and second reinforcing layers is a layer of textile fabric material. At least one strengthening rod is connected to the outer surface of the balloon layer. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151093 | STOMA-CREATING DEVICE - The invention provides a stoma-creating apparatus for creating a stoma in a subject. The apparatus comprises first and second members, and one or more dilation means provided on the first and/or second member. In use, upon respective movement of the first and second members, the stoma-creating apparatus is arranged to move between a first closed configuration in which the one or more dilation means is substantially closed, and a second open configuration in which the one or more dilation means is substantially dilated, thereby creating a stoma in the subject. The invention is particularly concerned with creating stomas which hold a tracheostomy tube in position on the trachea of a patient undergoing a tracheostomy, or for securing a valve or other medical device in position adjacent a patient's pneumothorax. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151094 | Devices for Maintaining An Oropharyngeal Airway, Methods of Creating An Oropharyngeal Airway and Systems for Mainitaining An Oropharyngeal Airway - An oropharyngeal airway device and method, including inserting a nasopharyngeal airway means in a collapsed configuration through one of the nares, nasal cavity and nasopharynx and into the pharynx to locate an expandable body in a collapsed configuration in the pharynx substantially around the glottis, epiglottis and laryngeal opening; and expanding the nasopharyngeal airway means and the expandable body from the collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration to create the oropharyngeal airway through the nasopharyngeal airway means and expandable body. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151095 | COMBINED BALLOON DILATION CATHETER AND INTRODUCER FOR DILATION OF EUSTACHIAN TUBE - A Eustachian tube dilation device adapted for insertion via an ear canal and including a balloon catheter having a sheath and a balloon mounted proximate to a distal end of the sheath; and an introducer having a malleable distal portion and a more rigid proximal portion. The introducer defines a lumen that is capable of slidably receiving the balloon catheter within the introducer and has a distal opening through which the balloon can be extended from the introducer into the Eustachian tube. The Eustachian tube dilation device may further comprise an inflation device. The Eustachian tube dilation device may also incorporate imaging technology and endoscopy. A method of using the Eustachian tube dilation device for dilation of the Eustachian tube via the ear canal is also described. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151096 | INGESTIBLE PROBE WITH AGENT DELIVERY - An improved device which is introduced into the intestinal tract of a living organism and which operates autonomously therein, adapted to deliver one or more therapeutic agents. In one embodiment, the probe communicates wirelessly with a portable electronic device outside the organism in order to receive commands to deliver the therapeutic agent, or perform other functions while the probe is within the intestinal tract. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151097 | NANOFLUIDIC DELIVERY SYSTEM - Apparatus for subcutaneously delivering a substance to a patient, said apparatus comprising:
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| 20150151098 | SKIN PUNCTURING DEVICE - A safety needle assembly for skin puncturing. A plurality of needles driven by a reciprocating drive shaft extend and retract through an opening in one end of the assembly. Eleven or twelve needles are configured so as to minimize potential surface tension and reduce stress applied to the skin. The opening may be rounded or scalloped to reduce friction on the skin. An elastomeric or mechanical spring is used to assist in retracting the needles. Various alignment tabs and features are used to ensure proper alignment of the drive shaft within the assembly, and alignment of the needle assembly when attached to a handpiece during use. Safety tabs on the needle assembly prevent reuse. A protective sleeve may be used to cover the exterior of the needle assembly. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151099 | Process of Manufacturing Totally Implantable Venous Device - A process of manufacturing a totally implantable venous device is provided with forming a catheter; securing a locking nut of the catheter is secured to a proximal end of the catheter; forming a base of injection seat; forming a connecting tube to communicate with injection seat and catheter; putting the locking nut on a bulged central portion of the connecting tube; forming a base and a housing by injection molding with the base of injection seat disposed therein and the locking nut disposed in both the housing and the base; forming a space on a top of the injection seat to communicate with the injection seat; and forming an injection membrane in the space to seal the space. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151100 | NEEDLELESS ACCESS CONNECTOR AND METHOD OF USE - A positive-displacement needleless access connector is disclosed that has a housing with a first luer fitting at a proximal end thereof, a base with a second luer fitting at a distal end thereof, and a valve element with a proximal end that creates a seal at the first luer fitting and fastens to the base so that a surface of the valve element is substantially flush with a surface of the base. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151101 | PRESSURE ACTUATED CATHETER SEAL AND METHOD FOR THE SAME - A catheter includes a pressure actuated seal within a manifold. A catheter body is coupled with the manifold, and a manifold lumen and catheter lumen are configured to receive pressurized fluids. The pressure actuated seal includes a pressure actuated seal element having a seal element lumen. The seal element lumen is in communication with the manifold and catheter lumens. The pressure actuated seal element is deformable between an open configuration and a sealed configuration. In the sealed configuration, the pressurized fluid in the manifold presses on the pressure actuated seal element along a first seal face. The pressure actuated seal element compresses inwardly around the seal element lumen according to the pressure of the pressurized fluid. In the open configuration, the pressure actuated seal element relaxes in the absence of the pressurized fluid, and the seal element lumen is open and configured to allow passage of an instrument. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151102 | CONNECTION DEVICE - A connection device, to connect two ends of respective ducts to another flexible duct in the field of the peritoneal dialysis including a closed container containing two nozzle-like terminal ends of a Y-shaped branch of a flexible duct; a removable connection member configured to be engaged/disengaged on the closed container, containing the ending portions of the respective ducts shaped to couple/uncouple with the nozzle-like terminal ends, a distal end of the container and the connecting member are shaped to couple according to a guiding scheme with prismatic joint; a closure with mobile walls on the closed container is actuated in opening and closing by the contact of a projecting septum of the connection member upon the connection/disconnection between the closed container and the connection member; and a closure with removable tear film arranged at the ending portions of the ducts to close the respective sections opened inside the connection member. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151103 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AN ADAPTIVE COUPLING DEVICE FOR MEDICAL CONDUITS - This disclosure describes systems and methods for adaptively coupling conduits such as medical tubing to a transcutaneous fixating device or other medical tubing. In some embodiments, an adaptive coupling system for coupling two medical conduits may include a body. The body may include a first opening. The first opening is positioned proximally to a subject. The body may include a second opening. The second opening is positioned distally to the subject. The body may include a fluid gate. In some embodiments, the fluid gate may be configured to control a flow of fluids through the body between the first opening and the second opening. The first opening may be configured to release a first medical conduit, during use, under a first set of loading conditions. In some embodiments, the second opening may be configured to release a second medical conduit, during use, under a second set of loading conditions. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151104 | CONNECTION PORT AND DIALYSIS APPARATUS HAVING CONNECTION PORT - A connection port | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151105 | Devices and Methods for Occluding a Flexible Tube - A device for occluding a flexible tube comprising a first body frictionally connected to a second body by a spring-loaded clip. A flexible tube having a first end and a second end is secured in a bent position to each body by a plurality of clamps. When the two bodies are separated by a predetermined threshold force acting axially on either the first end or second end of the tube so as to cause the bent section of tubing to straighten, the spring-load clip occludes the tube secured by the second body. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151106 | Self-directing, Transcutaneous Stimulation Electrode - A neurostimulation device is provided. The device has first and second physical electrode elements that cooperate to provide a plurality of virtual electrode pairs. The spacing between the physical elements, as well as the relative surface areas between the respective portions comprising the virtual pairs, is controlled to provide self-selecting and/or self-directing treatment capabilities. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151107 | MEDICAL MICROELECTRODE, METHOD FOR ITS MANUFACTURE, AND USE THEREOF - A proto microelectrode from which a micro electrode is formed in situ upon insertion into soft tissue comprises a flexible oblong electrode body of electrically conducting material having a front end and a rear end. The electrode body having a metal or a metal alloy or an electrically conducting form of carbon or an electrically conducting polymer or a combination thereof. A first coat of a water soluble and/or swellable and/or degradable material is disposed on the electrode body and extends along is at least over a distal portion thereof. A second coat of electrically insulating, water insoluble flexible polymer material is disposed on the first coat. The second coat comprises one or more through openings at or near its front end. Also disclosed is a corresponding micro electrode and a method of manufacture. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151108 | ELECTRODE HEAD AND ELECTRODE LINE - An electrode head of an implantable electrode line, including an elongate housing which has a longitudinal axis and includes at least two housing parts, which are cylinder-segment-shaped at least in portions and are fixedly joined together. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151109 | MICROELECTRODE AND MULTIPLE MICROELECTRODES - A medical microelectrode includes an elongate electrode body including a tip section, a main body section and, optionally, a coupling section. The tip section, the main body section and, optionally, the coupling section are embedded in a first electrode matrix element, which is substantially rigid, biocompatible and soluble or biodegradable in a body fluid. Additionally the microelectrode includes a dissolution retarding layer on the first electrode matrix element and/or a second electrode matrix element disposed between the first electrode matrix element and the electrode. Upon dissolution or biodegradation of the first electrode matrix element a drug comprised by the first electrode matrix element or the second electrode matrix element is released into the tissue. Also disclosed are bundles and arrays of the electrodes and their use. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151110 | MEDICAL CABLE CONNECTOR FOR A MEDICAL LEAD PROVIDING AN ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE THAT IS MOVABLE RELATIVE TO AN OUTER BODY - A medical cable connector of a medical cable receives a medical lead while an electrical receptacle within the medical cable connector is placed into a distal position relative to an outer body of the medical cable connector. The electrical receptacle is retracted to a proximal position once insertion of the medical lead into the medical cable connector is completed. The electrical receptacle may be mounted to an inner body which moves relative to the outer body. A biasing member may be present to bias the inner body to a particular position. A slider may be present to provide a clinician with a surface to touch when applying force to position the electrical receptacle in the distal position for insertion of the medical lead. Various other features may be present to facilitate insertion of the medical lead and/or to maintain the position of the electrical receptacle relative to the outer body. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151111 | LEADS WITH NON-CIRCULAR-SHAPED DISTAL ENDS FOR BRAIN STIMULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - A lead is configured and arranged for brain stimulation. The lead includes a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end includes a plurality of terminals disposed at the proximal end. The distal end has a non-circular transverse cross-sectional shape and includes a plurality of electrodes disposed at the distal end. A plurality of conductive wires electrically couple at least one of the plurality of electrodes to at least one of the plurality of terminals. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151112 | MANUFACTURING AN ELECTRODE ARRAY FOR A STIMULATING MEDICAL DEVICE - A method of forming an electrode array is disclosed, the method comprising: forming an elongate comb structure comprising a plurality of longitudinally-spaced electrode contacts extending from and supported by a spine; electrically connecting each of a plurality of electrically conductive pathways to a respective one of the plurality of electrode contacts; placing the conductive pathways adjacent the contacts; placing silicone over the conductive pathways and contacts; curing the silicone so as to substantially retain the longitudinal spacing between neighboring contacts; and severing the spine from the plurality of electrode contacts. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151113 | ELECTRICAL STIMULATION LEADS WITH HELICALLY ARRANGED ELECTRODES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - A stimulation lead can include segmented electrodes arranged in a single or double helix or other helical arrangement. In one method of manufacture, an electrode carrier with segmented electrode receiving openings is used. Another method employs a connected framework of helically arranged pre-electrodes that are separated during manufacture. Yet another method employs a mold to generate a planar carrier over the segmented electrodes followed by rolling the carrier into a cylinder. A further method includes forming an electrode assembly by alternative segmented electrodes with non-conducting spacers. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151114 | INSERTION TOOL FOR IMPLANTING A PADDLE LEAD AND METHODS AND SYSTEMS UTILIZING THE TOOL - An insertion tool for a paddle lead includes an insertion tool body having a receiving end portion; a stylet channel extending along the insertion tool body; a stylet disposed in the stylet channel; and an actuator assembly disposed along the handling end portion of the insertion tool body and coupled to the stylet. The actuator assembly controls transitioning of the stylet between a first position and a second position. In some instances, the stylet can be a wire stylet that is inserted into a lumen in the paddle body of the paddle lead. In some instances, the stylet of the insertion tool pushes lead bodies of the paddle lead out of the insertion tool to release the paddle lead. In some instances, the insertion tool includes a paddle envelope to hold the paddle lead. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151115 | MEDICAL IMPLANT - One aspect relates to a medical implant, for example, implantable stimulation electrode, having a tight substrate and a porous contact region. One aspect also relates to a lead of a cardiac pacemaker having an implantable stimulation electrode and to a method for manufacturing a medical implant, for example, an implantable stimulation electrode. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151116 | KIT FOR PENETRATING THE CARDIAC SEPTUM AND FOR IMPLANTATION OF A TRANSEPTAL LEAD, INCLUDING A LEAD FOR DETECTION/STIMULATION OF A LEFT HEART CAVITY - A method of implanting a lead in the left heart cavity includes introducing the lead into the right heart cavity. The lead includes a lead body having a deformable sheath, a proximal end having an electrical connector, a distal end including a projecting helical screw electrode, and a conductor extending along the sheath, electrically connecting the electrical connector and the helical screw. The method further includes positioning the distal end of the lead to abut a septum wall between the right and left heart cavity. The electrical connector is connected to an RF puncture generator and RF energy is applied to the screw while providing rotational movement to the screw for advancement through the septum wall. The method further includes positioning the screw at a target stimulation site in the left heart cavity and providing rotational movement to the screw to anchor the lead at the target site. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151117 | ELECTRODE ASSEMBLIES AND ASSOCIATED FIXATION MEMBERS FOR IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES - A fixation member of an electrode assembly for an implantable medical device includes a tissue engaging portion extending along a circular path, between a piercing distal tip thereof and a fixed end of the member. The circular path extends around a longitudinal axis of the assembly. A helical structure of the assembly, which includes an electrode surface formed thereon and a piercing distal tip, also extends around the longitudinal axis and is located within a perimeter of the circular path. The tissue engaging portion of the fixation member extends from the distal tip thereof in a direction along the circular path that is the same as that in which the helical structure extends from the distal tip thereof. The electrode assembly may include a pair of the fixation members, wherein each tissue engaging portion may extend approximately one half turn along the circular path. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151118 | METHOD FOR DETECTING AND TREATING INSULATION LEAD-TO-HOUSING FAILURES - Disclosed is a method for the diagnosis of conductor anomalies, such as an insulation failure resulting in a short circuit, in an implantable medical device, such as an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD). Upon determining if a specific defibrillation pathway is shorted, the method excludes the one electrode from the defibrillation circuit, delivering defibrillation current only between functioning defibrillation electrodes. Protection can be provided against a short in the right-ventricular coil-CAN defibrillation pathway of a pectoral, transvenous ICD with a dual-coil defibrillation lead. If a short caused by an in-pocket abrasion is present, the CAN is excluded from the defibrillation circuit, delivering defibrillation current only between the right-ventricular and superior vena cava defibrillation coils. Determination that the defibrillation pathway is shorted may be made by conventional low current measurements or delivery of high current extremely short test pulses. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151119 | CAPTURE THRESHOLD AND LEAD CONDITION ANALYSIS - An exemplary method includes performing a capture threshold assessment using a bipolar electrode configuration, deciding if capture occurred for a maximum energy value of the capture threshold assessment and, if capture did not occur, then performing a lead impedance test for the lead associated with the bipolar electrode configuration. Such a test may aim to detect an insulation defect and/or a conductor defect. Other exemplary methods, devices, systems, etc., are also disclosed. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151120 | ELECTRONIC CONTROL OF DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM - In an exemplary embodiment, a drug delivery device for driving an electrotransport current through a body surface of a user is provided. The device includes a patch with two electrodes and one or more reservoirs storing a therapeutic agent. The one or more reservoirs release the therapeutic agent into the body surface of the user when the reservoirs are positioned over the electrodes to form an electrical path for the electrotransport current. The device includes a controller which controls a controllable power supply to drive the electrotransport current through the body surface of the user in a predetermined profile. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151121 | ENHANCING PERFUSION BY CONTRACTION - Apparatus and methods are described including driving a first electric current into a vicinity of a site of a first artery of a subject that is downstream of a bifurcation of the first artery with a second artery of the subject. The electric current is configured to divert blood in an upstream direction, into the second artery, by constricting the first artery at the downstream site. Other applications are also described. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151122 | MEDICAL PROBE - A probe system for electro-stimulation and bio-feedback training of muscles in the pelvic floor region, in particular for pelvic floor physiotherapy and diagnosis, includes a probe having a probe body which is insertable into a vagina or a rectum, and a plurality of electrodes which are positioned at several locations along the length and around the circumference on the outer surface of the probe, the probe system further includes a control unit, operationally coupled to the probe, adapted for receiving EMG signals from each of the electrodes and for processing each of the signals for mapping the response of the muscles in the pelvic floor region. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151123 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STIMULATION OF BIOLOGICAL TISSUE - An apparatus for generating focused currents in biological tissue is provided. The apparatus comprises an electric source capable of generating an electric field across a region of tissue and means for altering the permittivity of the tissue relative to the electric field, whereby a displacement current is generated. The means for altering the permittivity may be a chemical source, optical source, mechanical source, thermal source, or electromagnetic source. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151124 | ELECTRICAL STIMULATION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THERAPEUTIC TREATMENT AND PAIN MANAGEMENT - A disposable electrical stimulation device and method for providing therapeutic treatment and pain management in a convenient, compact configuration. Electrode size and shape and relative configuration can be varied according to an intended application and use, or a universal configuration can be provided for use on almost any area of the body. The common structure of communicatively coupled dual electrodes including control circuitry and a power source accommodates a range of different sizes, configurations, stimulation treatment intensities, and other physical and electrical characteristics that can be pre-customized and packaged for specific, limited time use. The device can therefore be used in methods of providing therapy, managing pain, and achieving other treatment goals by electrical stimulation. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151125 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERING THERAPY TO THE DORSAL HORN OF A PATIENT - A method of operating an implantable neuromodulator coupled to an electrode array implanted adjacent tissue of a patient having a medical condition comprises conveying electrical modulation energy to tissue of the patient in accordance with a modulation parameter set, wherein conveying the electrical modulation energy to tissue of the patient in accordance with the modulation parameter set stimulates dorsal horn neuronal elements more than dorsal column neuronal elements. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151126 | PAIN MANAGEMENT WITH STIMULATION SUBTHRESHOLD TO PARESTHESIA - Devices, systems and methods are provided for treating pain while minimizing or eliminating possible complications and undesired side effects, particularly the sensation of paresthesia. This is achieved by stimulating in proximity to a dorsal root ganglion with stimulation energy in a manner that will affect pain sensations without generating substantial sensations of paresthesia. In some embodiments, such neurostimulation takes advantage of anatomical features and functions particular to the dorsal root ganglion. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151127 | VARIABLE SHORTENING OF AV DELAY FOR TREATMENT OF CARDIAC DISEASE - An implantable pacing device for delivering ventricular pacing may be configured to intermittently and variably reduce the AV delay interval used in an atrial triggered pacing mode in a manner that simulates exercise. The device may be programmed to intermittently switch to and from a variably shortened AV delay mode according to defined entry and exit conditions. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151128 | EXTRACRANIAL IMPLANTABLE DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE TREATMENT OF NEUROPSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS - The present disclosure relates to methods, devices, and systems used for the treatment of mood, anxiety, cognitive, and behavioral disorders (collectively, neuropsychiatric disorders) via stimulation of the superficial elements of the trigeminal nerve (“TNS”). More specifically, minimally invasive systems, devices and methods of stimulation of the superficial branches of the trigeminal nerve located extracranially in the face, namely the supraorbital, supratrochlear, infraorbital, auriculotemporal, zygomaticotemporal, zygomaticoorbital, zygomaticofacial, nasal and mentalis nerves (also referred to collectively as the superficial trigeminal nerve) are disclosed herein. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151129 | TREATMENT OF SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA VIA NEUROMODULATION - The present disclosure relates to methods and apparatus for the treatment of spasmodic dysphonia, such as methods of treating spasmodic dysphonia that include providing a system that includes a stimulating electrode operably connected with a processor configured to set one or more stimulation parameters for an electrical impulse deliverable by said electrode, placing the electrode in electrical contact with the superior laryngeal nerve, using the processor to set the stimulation parameters such that the electrical impulse causes a level of stimulation that does not exceed the excitability threshold of one or more alpha motor neurons located within the thyroarytenoid muscle; and delivering the electrical impulse to the superior laryngeal nerve. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151130 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING CENTRAL ARTERIAL BLOOD PRESSURE OF A PATIENT - In specific embodiments, a method for estimating central arterial blood pressure (CBP), comprises determining a time t | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151131 | AUTO-CONFIGURATION - An implantable medical device comprises a non-volatile memory circuit including a configuration memory portion to store auto-configuration data for the IMD, a controller circuit, a reset circuit adapted to generate a reset signal and disable the controller circuit, and a startup circuit adapted to transfer the auto-configuration data from the configuration memory portion to one or more configuration registers in response to the reset signal, wherein values of the one or more configuration registers configure the IMD for a safety mode operation. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151132 | CAPTURE THRESHOLD AND LEAD CONDITION ANALYSIS - An exemplary method includes performing a capture threshold assessment using a bipolar electrode configuration, deciding if capture occurred for a maximum energy value of the capture threshold assessment and, if capture did not occur, then performing a lead impedance test for the lead associated with the bipolar electrode configuration. Such a test may aim to detect an insulation defect and/or a conductor defect. Other exemplary methods, devices, systems, etc., are also disclosed. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151133 | External Device for an Implantable Medical System Having Accessible Contraindication Information - Disclosed is a remote controller for an implantable medical device having stored contraindication information, which includes information which a patient or clinician might wish to review when assessing the compatibility of a given therapeutic or diagnostic technique or activity with the patient's implant. The stored contraindication information is available through a display of the remote controller or via a wired, wireless, or portable drive connection with an external device. By storing contraindication information with the implant's remote controller, patient and clinician can more easily determine the safety of a particular therapeutic or diagnostic technique or physical activity with the patient's implant, perhaps without the need to contact the manufacturer's service representative. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151134 | Methods and Devices for Three-Stage Ventricular Therapy - Methods and apparatus for a three-stage ventricular cardioversion and defibrillation therapy that treats ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation at low energy levels. An implantable therapy generator adapted to generate and selectively deliver a three-stage ventricular therapy and at least two leads operably each having at least one electrode adapted to be positioned proximate the ventricle of the patient. The device is programmed to deliver a three-stage therapy via both a far-field configuration and a near-field configuration of the electrodes upon detection of a ventricular arrhythmia. The three-stage therapy includes a first stage for unpinning of one or more singularities associated with the ventricular arrhythmia, a second stage for anti-repinning of the one or more singularities, both of which are delivered via the far-field configuration of the electrodes, and a third stage for extinguishing of the one or more singularities associated delivered via the near-field configuration of the electrodes. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151135 | TRANSDERMAL DELIVERY OF DNA VACCINES USING NON-THERMAL PLASMA - Exemplary systems and methods of delivering DNA vaccines are disclosed herein. An exemplary methodology of delivering DNA vaccines includes providing a plasma generator for applying plasma to a treatment area for a sufficient period of time to open one or more pores. Applying a topical DNA vaccine to the treatment area and waiting for a period of time to allow the DNA vaccine to travel through the one or more pores. The exemplary methodology further includes applying plasma to the treatment area at a setting sufficient to cause intracellular uptake of the DNA vaccine. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151136 | Equine Hoof Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy System and Apparatus - Disclosed is an assembly or system and apparatus for applying pulsing electromagnetic field (PEMF) coils to the underside of an equine hoof. The PEMF coil is encased in an elastomer structure to form a “puck” that will protect the coils from moisture, dirt and damage from rough use. The coil, and preferably a puck containing the coil may suitably be placed on, in or under an elastomeric orthotic pad that is disposed in a suitable equine boot. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151137 | DEVICE SUPPORT APPARATUS - According to an example embodiment of the present invention, there is provided an apparatus, comprising a first arm configured to accept a device, the first aim comprising a first counterweight arrangement, a second arm supporting the first arm by a coupling, and a base defining a curve and having the second arm mounted thereon, wherein the second arm is movable along the curve, the base configured to be mounted on a chair. The second arm may be furnished with a second counterweight arrangement. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151138 | IRRADIATION DEVICE OF A PASTE-TYPE COMPOSITION - It is described an irradiation device ( | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151139 | Controlling access to radiotherapy systems - A system for identifying users and controlling access to a radiotherapy apparatus, comprising: a portable identification device, comprising a memory for storing identification information corresponding to a user of the device and an antenna; and a control mechanism for a radiotherapy apparatus, comprising: a wireless transceiver for communicating with the portable identification device and identifying the user of the portable identification device; and a display for displaying a user interface and receiving inputs for controlling the radiotherapy apparatus on the basis of the identified user when the portable identification device is placed on the display. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151140 | BEAM MONITOR SYSTEM AND PARTICLE BEAM IRRADIATION SYSTEM - A beam monitor system having a simple configuration for improving a measurement precision specifying a position and the width. A beam monitor system, comprising collection electrodes that include a plurality of groups each having a plurality of adjacent wire electrodes, and detect an ionized particle beam passing therethrough, a first signal processing device that sets one wire electrode in the groups of the collection electrodes as a typical wire electrode, receives a detection signal output from the typical wire electrode to process the signal and a beam monitor controller that obtains a beam position of the ionized particle beam that has passed through the wire electrodes on the basis of a processed signal from the first signal processing device. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151141 | Device and Method for Focusing Pulses - Device for focusing pulses comprising at least emitting means comprising a network of transducers, these emitting means being adapted to make the network of transducers emit, into a reflective cavity, at least one wave focused onto at least one target point of a target medium. The reflective cavity comprises a multi-scattering medium adapted to cause multiple scattering of said wave. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151142 | Device and Methods for Targeting of Transcranial Ultrasound Neuromodulation by Automated Transcranial Doppler Imaging - Methods and systems for transcranial ultrasound neuromodulation as well as targeting such neuromodulation in the brain are disclosed. Automated transcranial Doppler imaging (aTCD) of blood flow in the brain is performed and one or more 3-dimensional maps of the neurovasculature are generated. Ultrasound energy is delivered transcranially in conjunction to induce neuromodulation. One or more brain regions for neuromodulation are targeted by using brain blood vessel landmarks identified by aTCD components. The landmarks are used for initial targeting of the neuromodulation to one or more brain regions of interest and/or for maintaining neuromodulation targeting despite user or device movements. Acoustic contrast agents may be employed to generate broadband ultrasound waves locally at the site of target cells. Transcranial ultrasound neuromodulation may be achieved by having confocal ultrasound waves differing in acoustic frequency by a frequency effective for neuromodulation interfere to generate vibrational forces in the brain that induce neuromodulation. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151143 | Switchable Exhale Filter System - A configurable exhale system for a respirator has a first valve assembly disposed within a chamber which is configured to prevent air from flowing through the first valve assembly when an air pressure differential between an upstream side and a downstream side of the first valve assembly is below a first opening pressure. A second valve assembly is disposed within the chamber in fluid communication with the first valve assembly which is configured to prevent air from flowing through the second valve assembly when an air pressure differential between an upstream side and a downstream side of the second valve assembly is below a second opening pressure, which is greater than the first opening pressure. A bypass opening is positioned adjacent the second valve assembly configured to enable air to bypass the second valve assembly with a bypass member positioned adjacent to the bypass opening. The bypass member is movable between two positions with the bypass member blocking the bypass opening in a first position and the bypass member does not block the bypass opening in a second position. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151144 | Chemical oxygen generator with compact design - The invention relates to a chemical oxygen generator ( | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151145 | BREATHING APPARATUS WITH ILLUMINATED CONNECTION - A breathing system includes a tank for pressurized breathing gas, at least one regulator comprising a connection to which the tank is attachable, a universal air connector in fluid connection with the connection, and at least one light source, the light source, when illuminated, providing a guide to connect a connector in fluid connection with a secondary tank to the universal air connector to supply breathing gas to the tank. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151146 | BREATHING APPARATUS WITH TANK ALIGNMENT SYSTEM - A system includes a carrier system adapted to be worn by a user and to support at least one of a plurality of differently sized tanks of breathing gas, a bracket connector attached to the carrier system, and a plurality of brackets. The carrier system may, for example, be part of a breathing apparatus such as a self-contained breathing apparatus. Each of the plurality of brackets has a different configuration. Each of the plurality of brackets is attachable to an associated one of the plurality of differently sized tanks and to the bracket connector. For each one of the plurality of brackets, an assembly that includes the one of the plurality of brackets and the associated one of the plurality of differently sized tanks, when attached to the bracket connector, positions the associated one of the plurality of differently sized tanks in a predetermined manner relative to the carrier system. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151147 | Powered adaptor for respirator masks - An apparatus for use as an aid to using respirator mask. The apparatus includes a mounting module for mounting the replaceable mask at a clearance distance from the user's face so as to create an air chamber for storing the air for the user to breathe. At least one powered fan is mounted in the mounting module for removing the exhaled air and sucking in fresh air into the air chamber so that the user does not need to spend additional energy to overcome the resistance to air flow due to the filtration in the mask. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151148 | FIRE PROTECTION DEVICE OF AN ELECTRIC INSTALLATION STARTER-CONTROLLER DEVICE - The invention relates to a fire protection device ( | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151149 | FIRE PREVENTION IN STORAGE SILOS - In a silo for storing flammable materials, a plurality of gas inlet ports are provided in the silo for the introduction of a gas into the silo. A method of fire prevention within the storage silo introduces a fire retardant gas into the storage silo via the gas inlet ports, wherein only a portion of the gas inlet ports are in use at any one time. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151150 | FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM - An exemplary method of fire suppression includes introducing a fire suppression fluid into an area by directing the fire suppression fluid along a primary trajectory that is aimed directly at a generally horizontal surface in the area. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151151 | Dynamic Deoxygenation of Water for Fire Protection System - A corrosion prevention treatment of wet Fire Protection System (FPS) includes purging the pipes of O2 with an inert gas such as N2, followed by filling the pipes with deoxygenated water generated “on the fly” as the water enters a building, using one or more Gas Transfer Membrane (GTM) devices and N2 gas. The GTM device eliminates the need for a water reuse tank and its associated pipes, valves, recirculation regimen, and the like. Water is pumped directly from the building water supply to a GTM device, where it is deoxygenated to very low O2 levels—such as below 300 ppb (parts per billion). The deoxygenated water then flows directly into the O2-purged pipes of the FPS. When the FPS is drained for testing or repair, the deoxygenated water may be discharged, and replaced, upon return to service of the FPS, with water freshly deoxygenated from the building supply as the FPS piping is filled. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151152 | System for Treatment and Disposal of Pharmaceutical Waste - An exemplary system for treatment and disposal of pharmaceutical waste comprises a sealable pail, a stirring device, a sealable bag, a container, an acidic substance, and a denaturant. The sealable pail receives the pharmaceutical waste and the acidic substance. The acidic substance dissolves the pharmaceutical waste, and the stirring device stirs the acidic substance to ensure that the pharmaceutical waste is completely dissolved. The denaturant is added to the dissolved pharmaceutical waste and renders the dissolved pharmaceutical waste safe for transport. The treated pharmaceutical waste is sealed within the sealable pail, and the sealable bag receives the sealed pail and is sealed. The sealed bag is then placed in the container for transport to a disposal facility. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151153 | Disposal System and Disposal Apparatus - A recycling disposal system is provided, the system efficiently combining the respective devices of a shredder, a carbonization furnace, and a gasification furnace to provide a new system combining low-temperature asbestos detoxification processing technology with biomass processing and recycling technology, and capable of energy-self-sufficient processing when operated in a disaster area. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151154 | Seated Multi-Function Whole Body Exercise Machine - A multi-function exercise machine for exercising the upper, middle and lower body from a seated position including pull down, leg press, and forward and rearward wheel exercise regimens, all with adjustable resistance and weight capabilities, for exercising specific targeted muscle groups. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151155 | Apparatuses, Systems, and Methods for Improvement of Physical Fitness - The present application includes various embodiments of apparatuses, systems, kits, and methods for physical exercise of a user. Some embodiments, for example, include an apparatus comprising: a strap having a first end, a second end, a length between the first end and the second end, the strap having an elastic portion between and spaced apart from the first end and the second end; a first handle configured to be coupled to the strap on a first side of the elastic portion such that the first handle is spaced apart from the elastic portion; a second handle configured to be coupled to the strap on a second side of the elastic portion such that the second handle is spaced apart from the elastic portion; and one or more suspension members configured to be coupled (i) to the strap at a first point between the elastic portion and the first handle, and at a second point between the elastic portion and the second handle, and (ii) to be coupled to a supporting structure. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151156 | EXERCISE DEVICE WITH TREADLES - An exercise device employing side-by-side pivotally supported moving surfaces. In one particular example, an exercise device employs a first belt deployed about a front roller and a rear roller and an adjacent second belt deployed about a front roller and a rear roller. The rear of the belts in the area of the rear rollers are pivotally secured and the front of the belts in the area of the front roller are adapted to reciprocate in an up and down motion during use. In some implementations, the moving surfaces include an interconnection structure such that a generally downward movement of one surface is coordinated with a generally upward movement of the other surface. In other implementations, the moving surfaces are operably associated with one or more resistance elements that effect the amount of force required to pivot or actuate the moving surfaces. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151157 | BICYCLE TRAINING STAND - A bicycle training stand includes a frame, a first clamping unit, and a second clamping unit. An axle of a bicycle wheel is clamped between the first and the second clamping units. The first clamping unit includes an abutting member and an operation member, wherein the abutting member is fitted in an axle bore of the frame, and can be moved in an axial direction of the axle bore. The abutting member has an abutting end contacting the axle of the bicycle wheel. The operation member is pivotally connected to the frame, and can be moved between a first position and a second position. When the operation member is at the first position, the contacting portion presses the abutting member; when the operation member is at the second position, the contacting portion has no contact with the abutting member. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151158 | UPPER AND LOWER BODY PRESS EXERCISE MACHINE - A machine for concurrently or independently performing pressing motions with the hands and feet, the machine having a base having front and back ends, two or more linear slide rails, a lower body user support with an engagement means for the user's feet and an upper body user support with an engagement means for the user's hands. The upper body user support and lower body user support slide on the linear rails that are located proximally on opposing ends of the base frame and the upper body user supports and the lower body user supports cooperate with one another to move in opposing converging and diverging sloping linear movement patterns during operation of the machine. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151159 | HEALTH AID KIT AND METHOD FOR TREATING PAIN - A health aid, a health aid kit, and a method for treating neck, shoulder and back pain including a first elongated member, a second elongated member, and an attachment connecting the first and second elongated members and configured for the first and second elongated members to move between an open position, wherein a bottom end of each of the first and second elongated members are separated by a first distance, and an engaged position, wherein the bottom ends are separated by a second distance that is less than the first distance. Wherein the health aid kit includes instructions for carrying out the methods for treating neck, shoulder and back pain. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151160 | FLIGHT TIME - Systems and methods for monitoring athletic performances include determining “flight time,” e.g., the amount of time both feet are off the ground, and optionally “flight time” resulting from different types of activities, such as jogging, running, sprinting, jumping, etc. “Flight time” may help a player or coach better understand the effort the athlete is putting out, compare efforts of two or more players, gauge the athlete's performance change over time, and/or identify conditioning needs and/or areas for improvement. Such systems and methods also may generate and display various athletic performance metrics, such as: instantaneous flight time; average flight time; cumulative flight time during an athletic performance or other time period; instantaneous jump height; average jump height; cumulative jump height during an athletic performance or other time period; and comparisons of any flight time and/or jump height metric(s) of one player against another player and/or against himself/herself; etc. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151161 | EXERCISE TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of analysing a resistance exercise activity executed by a subject is disclosed. In an embodiment, the method includes: receiving a plurality of exercise parameter values for the executed exercise activity into a processing device, the plurality of exercise parameter values including information representing an execution profile (EP) for the executed exercise activity; accessing a store of information to retrieve information representing a load profile (LP) for the executed exercise activity; and processing the plurality of exercise parameter values and the information representing the load profile to determine one or more assessment parameter values for assessing the executed exercise activity. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151162 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING FITNESS EQUIPMENT AND EXERCISE - In a first aspect, a method is provided that includes the steps of (1) providing a monitor for determining a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser and for outputting a signal representative of the performance level; (2) using the monitor to measure a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser; (3) outputting from the monitor a signal representative of the performance level; (4) providing a video game having a character, the video game inputting and being responsive to the performance level signal output by the monitor, the video game using the performance level signal to control a performance level of the video game character; and (5) while the exerciser is not exercising, controlling a performance level of the video game character based on a performance level signal output by the monitor. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151163 | FRICTION-ATTACHED AQUATIC ACCESSORY - An aquatic accessory adapted for frictional attachment with a shoe being worn by a user comprises a receptacle portion and a fin portion extending outwardly from the receptacle portion. The receptacle portion is adapted to receive at least a portion of an inserted shoe, and frictionally attach with the shoe. Gripping members can be configured and angled in a manner for providing increased frictional attachment between the aquatic accessory and inserted shoe. The accessory can be fabricated from a stretchable material to provide a radial attachment force for enhancing frictional attachment between the aquatic accessory and an inserted shoe. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151164 | GOLF BALL HAVING REDUCED SURFACE HARDNESS - Golf ball comprising a core comprising: an untreated region extending radially from a geometric center a distance D | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151165 | GOLF BALLS HAVING AT LEAST ONE LAYER FORMED FROM A PLASTICIZED ACID COPOLYMER COMPOSITION - The present invention is directed to multi-layer golf balls including a layer formed from a relatively soft or low modulus HNP composition and a layer formed from a relatively hard or high modulus HNP composition. Optionally, the soft (or low modulus) HNP composition and/or the hard (or high modulus) HNP composition is plasticized or is replaced with a different plasticized acid copolymer composition. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151166 | Low Compression Golf Balls Having Layers Made From Plasticized Thermoplastic Materials - Low compression, multi-piece golf balls containing a solid core and two or three-layered cover assemblies are provided. Preferably, the ball has a compression of less than 60 and more preferably less than 50. At least one cover layer is made of a plasticized thermoplastic composition. For example, two-layered and three-layered covers may be made. Preferably, the plasticized thermoplastic composition comprises: a) ethylene acid copolymer, b) plasticizer, and c) cation source. A fatty acid ester such as ethyl oleate or butyl oleate is preferably used as the plasticizer. The cover assembly has good impact durability and helps provide the ball with relatively high resiliency at given compressions. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151167 | GOLF BALL WITH MATERIAL-FILLED GROOVES - A golf ball may include an inner core layer and an outer cover layer disposed radially outward of the inner core layer. The outer cover layer may be formed of an outer cover layer material having one or more grooves extending radially inward from an outer surface of the outer cover layer. In addition, the golf ball may include a groove material disposed within the one or more grooves. The groove material may have a compressibility that is different from a compressibility of the outer cover layer material. Also, the outer surface of the groove material may be substantially flush with the outer surface of the outer cover layer. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151168 | GOLF BALL WITH MATERIAL-FILLED GROOVES - A golf ball may include an inner core layer and an outer cover layer disposed radially outward of the inner core layer. The outer cover layer may be formed of an outer cover layer material having one or more grooves extending radially inward from an outer surface of the outer cover layer. In addition, the golf ball may include a groove material disposed within the one or more grooves. The groove material may have a compressibility that is different from a compressibility of the outer cover layer material. Also, the outer surface of the groove material may be recessed below the outer surface of the outer cover layer. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151169 | Lie Adjustable High Moment of Inertia Putter - A high moment of inertia is enabled in a novel golf putter head in which also infinite adjustment of the lie angle and adjustment of total weight over a very wide range are enabled. The putter can be configured for either right-handed or left-handed players. The putter head has a cylindrical recess partially open through the top of the head and fully open to the rear of the head allowing the insertion of a cylindrical shaft receiver disc. The shaft can be of any allowed length and the lie angle can be from 26 degrees to 10 degrees from vertical. The mass properties of the putter head may be changed and adjusted by addition or removal of weights at the extreme toe and heel ends of the putter head. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151170 | GOLF CLUB - A golf club | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151171 | Golf Club Head Alloy and Method for Producing a Sheet Material for a Striking Plate of a Golf Club Head and for the Golf Club Head by Using the Same - A golf club head alloy includes 7-9.5 wt % of aluminum, 0.5-2 wt % of vanadium, 0.05-0.4 wt % of silicon, less than 0.4 wt % of iron, less than 0.15 wt % of oxygen, less than 0.1 wt % of carbon, less than 0.05 wt % of nitrogen, with the rest being titanium. The golf club head alloy has a density of 4.32-4.35 g/cm | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151172 | GOLF CLUB HEAD AND REMOVABLE WEIGHT - A golf club head and a removable weight that is received in a receptacle of the golf club head. The weight includes a cap and a slug. The cap is removably coupled to the receptacle and includes a recess that receives a portion of the slug so that the cap and slug are able to rotate relative to each other. The slug includes an anti-rotation feature that prevents relative rotation between the slug and the receptacle and a lead-in portion. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151173 | TOE-BIASED GOLF CLUB - A golf club head includes a striking face having an upper perimeter, a lower perimeter, a heel portion, a toe portion, and a posterior body portion comprising a crown portion and a sole portion. The crown is coupled to the upper perimeter of the striking face and the sole is coupled to the lower perimeter of the striking face. The golf club also includes a hosel for receiving a shaft. The heel is positioned below the hosel and the club head has a c.g. positioned towards the toe from a vertical plane running perpendicularly through the crown, the sole, and the striking face. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151174 | POLYMER COVER LAYER FOR GOLF CLUB FACE - A golf club head, comprising a striking surface having an outer cover layer comprising a polyurethane or polyurea having a material Shore D hardness of 40 to 70, a layer thickness of 0.2 to 0.6 mm, and a flexural modulus of 5 to 110 kpsi. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151175 | BALANCED SET OF IRON TYPE GOLF CLUBS - A set of a plurality of at least a combination of three golf clubs of progressive lofts that are matched to provide identical swing characteristics; each of the golf clubs including a club head, a shaft and a grip at the upper end of said shaft; each club of the combination characterized by having an essentially identically located, computer designed center of gravity; each club being further defined by the shaft having an equal length, having an identical swing weight, identical grip weight and an identical club head weight. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151176 | GOLF CLUB HEAD - A wood-type golf club head includes a main body and a striking wall associated with the main body. The striking wall has a striking face including a face center, a first imaginary plane tangent to the face center, and a rear surface opposite the striking face. In a second imaginary plane perpendicular to the first imaginary plane and passing through the face center, the striking face includes a first point associated with a maximum thickness, t | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151177 | COLORIZED DAMPING INDICATORS FOR CUSTOMIZED GOLF CLUB HEADS - The present invention is directed to a golf club having a playing characteristic that is communicated to a player based upon a vibration damping material that is colorized and visible from outside of the club head, thereby communicating to a golfer information about the playing characteristics of the club. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151178 | ILLUMINATING LACROSSE SHAFT - An illuminating lacrosse shaft is configured for attachment to a lacrosse head to form a lacrosse stick for low-light use. The lacrosse shaft includes an elongated, cylindrical, substantially hollow translucent shaft formed with a head end axially separated from a butt end, a connector for attaching a lacrosse head to the head end of the shaft. A light source positioned within the shaft and an electronic controller connected to the light source controls the light source operation including activating the light source to radiate light axially between within the shaft in response to a signal. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151179 | GOAL APPARATUS - A goal apparatus for soccer (football) and the like has a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151180 | Scoring Device for a Throwing Game - A throwing disc, goal apparatus, and game are provided. A disc includes a central hub with blades projecting equiangularly from the hub. The blades are circumscribed by and joined to an outer perimeter ring that aids in throwing. The blades of the disc act as airfoils and impart unique flight characteristics to the disc. A goalpost is comprised of two vertical sections, joined by a horizontal cross-bar located above the midline of the vertical sections, and supported by a rectangular frame oriented perpendicularly to the vertical sections. A scoring pad is included. The game is played by tossing the disc and attempting to pass the disc while in flight between the vertical posts and above the horizontal cross-bar of the goalpost, and landing the disc on the scoring pad. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151181 | Adjustable golf training and teaching device for head and chin adjustment with stereo view of golf ball - A portable, adjustable golf training and teaching device when attached to the golfers hat, assists in head, chin, spine and eye adjustment. The present invention can be adjusted in the address or set-up position to allow the players shoulders to rotate freely under the chin unrestricted, also maximizes the shoulder rotation during the backswing. With the device attached to the brim of a golfer's hat and the viewing holes properly set the device produces a stereo or three dimensional view of the containment area around the golf ball to allow the golfer to monitor any movement in the golf swing. The present invention allows the golfer to view the target and the ball in flight after being struck. The device can be used to train, practice and play on the golf course. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151182 | Performance Monitoring Systems and Methods - We have disclosed systems and methods for portable performance monitoring of an individual during a physical activity. The systems and methods may include a personal computer configured to receive personal data from the individual. The systems and methods may also include a portable performance monitoring device that may be in communication with the personal computer and may have a display screen configured to display the personal data to the individual. The systems and methods may also include a server that may be in communication with the personal computer and the portable performance monitoring device and may have a database configured to store the personal data The systems and methods may be configured such that the personal data displayed on the display screen of the portable performance monitoring device and stored on the database of the server is configured to update based on the personal data received on the personal computer. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151183 | Athletic Event Timing And Display Systems - Presenting comparative timing data to the audience of a sports or other competition multiple within an event, where timing or scoring data is stored during each heat, compared between heats, and displayed. Timing data includes lap times, split times, or other timing information. Timing data from each heat can also be compared with historical timing records such as Olympic, NCAA, or other records. A computing device coupled to timing equipment, storage, and a display operate to gather and store timing data from each heat, compare the timing data to generate comparative timing data, and present the comparative timing data to attendees. A software application running on the computing device allows a user to select particular timing data to compare with the current event timing data. Video and biographical information about a given competitor in the event can also be presented to the user. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151184 | CYCLING SUIT WITH A SEAT PAD AND A METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME - A cycling suit ( | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151185 | ICE SKATE - Present ice skates | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151186 | Controlling Ski Vibration - Method and Apparatus - A method and apparatus for damping of ski vibration consisting of an accelerometer embedded in the ski in communication with the vibration analysis and control system residing in the user smart-phone and actuators attached to the ski. After analysis and classification of vibration frequencies a corrective signal is generated and applied to the actuators providing dampening force. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151187 | IMPACT ABSORBING DASHERBOARD - Disclosed is a dasher-boards assembly with capability to absorb impacts of players crashing into the boards. The glass pane surmounting the boards can tip away from the ice, against a spring, and then resiliently return to its normal (upright) position. The spring is a bar-spring, which not only is deflectable to provide the resilience, but also has the capability to support and position the pane with respect to the dasher-board. The bar-spring can be used when the pane is flush-mounted with respect to the dasher-board, or when the pane is set-back from the ice-side of the dasher-board. | 2015-06-04 |
| 20150151188 | Playing Cards and Method for Playing Card Games Therewith - A novel card game in which cards are dealt and placed into a space on a three-by-three grid in order to create the most number of high-scoring poker hands out of the eight possible hands; three rows, three columns and two diagonals. Using the present invention, numerous different games can be played with one or more players and using a deck of standard playing cards, a computer, a handheld device or a gaming machine. The present invention can also be used for lottery tickets and the like. | 2015-06-04 |
