Dallas-Fort Worth is ranked 10th out of 250 metropolitan areas for patent activity. The patents granted include: • Bank of America’s call-blocking heuristic • Belaj Innovations’ magnolia extract containing the composition • Illumina’s bioinformatics system and method for generating De Brujin graphs • IBM’s data aggregation node for blockchain aggregation • Moneygram’s emergency service/virtual travel wallet • Motorola Mobile’s gas sensor enhanced human presence detection system • Sealed Air’s curled buffer envelope • ShockWatch’s drone collision monitoring system • State Farm identifies the type of property use based on smart sensor data • Verizon LTE network equipment provides downlink channels in unlicensed spectrum • Walmart Apollo’s shopping facility assistance system, equipment and method
Dallas Invents reviews US patents related to the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area every week. The list includes patents granted to local assignees and/or inventors in North Texas. Patent activity can be used as an indicator of future economic growth as well as the development of emerging markets and the attractiveness of talents. By tracking inventors and assigns in the region, we aim to provide a broader understanding of invention activities in the region. The list is organized by the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC).
A: Human necessities 13 B: Perform operations; Transport 18 C: Chemistry; Metallurgy 2 E: Fixed structures 8 F: Mechanical engineering; Lights; Heating; Weapons; Blasting 13 G: Physics 41 H: Electricity 42
Texas Instruments Inc. (Dallas) 28 SanDisk Technologies LLC (Addison) 8 True Velocity IP Holdings LLC (Garland) 6 AT&T Intellectual Property I LP (Atlanta, Georgia) 5 International Business Machines Corp. (Amonk, New York) 4 Micron Technology Inc. (Boise), ID) 4 Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America Inc. (Plano) 4 AT&T Mobility II LLC (Atlanta, GA) 3 Nokia Solutions and Network (Espoo, FI) 3
Lonnie Burrow (Carrollton) 6 Benjamin Stassen Cook (Addison) 2 Bradley Gleaton (Dallas) 2 Devaki Chandramouli (Plano) 2 Erica Lea Boltz (Dallas) 2 Mary Nicole Hamilton (Heath) 2 Michael Scott Burnett (McKinney) 2 Randall May (Addison) ) ) 2
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Inventor: Hwang-Hsing Chen (Allen, Texas) Assignee: Unassigned Law Firm: Jeff Williams PLLC Law Firm (local + 690 other subways) Application number, date, speed: 12/20 /16476025 2017 (1287 days application release)
Abstract: Biocidal branched polymerized biguanide compounds are prepared by polycondensation of sodium dicyandiamide with A-functional primary amines and/or tetrafunctional primary amines and optionally with difunctional primary amines. Compared with most commercially available linear (one-dimensional) polymeric biguanide compounds, branched polymeric biguanide compounds have a two-dimensional conformation, which can better cover the surface of microorganisms and improve their efficacy as biocides. The larger two-dimensional conformation of the present invention limits the absorption, accumulation and release of these branched polymers to the contact lens. Therefore, these branched biguanide polymers can reduce cytotoxicity, enhance compatibility, and are suitable for ophthalmic use. Highly branched polymers can be prepared with minimal or no difunctional primary amines. Lightly branched polymers can be prepared with a minimum ratio of trifunctional plus multifunctional primary amines and difunctional primary amines.
[A01N] Preservation of human or animal bodies or plants or parts thereof (preservation of food or food A23); biocides, for example as disinfectants, insecticides or herbicides (for medical, dental or toilet purposes The preparations can kill or prevent the growth or proliferation of harmful organisms A61K); insect repellent or attractant; plant growth regulator (mixture of pesticide and fertilizer C05G)
Inventor: Jesse Craig (Mansfield, Texas) Assignee: Unallocated Law Firm: Gulf Coast Intellectual Property Group (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 16597158 at 10/ 09/2019 (629 days application release)
Abstract: A safety helmet used to provide the wearer with notification of potential safety hazards, where the notification is transmitted through bone conduction and aligned with the direction of the potential danger. The safety helmet of the present invention includes a main body, wherein a plurality of position sensors are provided on the main body. The location sensor transmits signals to identify potential hazards in the area close to the user. The position sensor is fixed to the safety helmet using a bracket, wherein the sensor bracket has a first mode and a second mode. The bone conduction transmitter is operable to ensure that a warning sound is sent to the user in a noisy environment. The height sensor is configured to monitor the height of the wearer relative to the calibration ground.
Double-sided tape with release sheet, which can enhance the adhesion and removal rate of shoes to the skin. Patent No. 11044966
Inventor: Barbara M. Reder (Fort Worth, Texas), Lindsay S. Kleinsasser (Fort Worth, Texas) Assignee: Ste-Ke Enterprises, LLC (Fort Worth, Texas) Fort) Law Firm: Maschoff Brennan (5 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16543908 on August 19, 2019 (680 days application release)
Summary: The kit includes tape and instructions for attaching the skin to the shoes. The tape has: a substrate; an insole side with an insole adhesive; an insole rubber liner covering the insole glue; a skin side with a skin adhesive, wherein the skin adhesive has characteristics different from the insole adhesive; covering the skin adhesive The skin adhesive liner of the mixture; and the release sheet formed by a part of the insole side of the base without the insole adhesive. The tape can have the following options: release sheet located at the arched end of the substrate; compared to the skin side, the insole side of the substrate has a smaller adhesion potential, which results in the insole side being less sticky than the skin side; or insole adhesive Compared with skin adhesives, it has less adhesion potential, which results in insole adhesives that are less viscous than skin adhesives.
Inventor: John R. Fossez (Frisco, Texas) Assignee: Howmedica Osteonics Corp. (Mawa, New Jersey) Law Firm: Lerner, David, Littenberg, Krumholz Mentlik, LLP (1 non-local Office) Application No., Date, Speed: 16229665 on 12/21/2018 (921 days app to issue)
Abstract: Dynamic test methods usually allow surgeons to perform preliminary bone resections of the distal femur based on curved or flat resection contours. Using a curved resection profile, the distal femoral condyle can be used as a test component of the femur after the initial bone resection. This can eliminate the need for a separate femoral test component, reducing the cost and complexity of the operation. For planar resection contours, after the initial bone resection, a spacer or sliding-like insert associated with the distal posterior condyle of the final insert can be attached to the distal femur to facilitate intraoperative testing. The method and related components can also provide surgeons with the ability to perform iterative intraoperative kinematic analysis and gap balancing, and provide surgeons with the ability to perform necessary ligament and/or other soft tissue release and fine-tune the final implant position based on the acquired data. Ability during surgery.
Ophthalmic surgery system for infusion and substance delivery through an infusion cannula Patent No. 11045353
Inventor: Paul R. Hallen (Colliville, Texas) Assignee: Alcon Inc. (Fribourg, Switzerland) Law Firm: No legal counsel Application number, date, speed: 15975934 in May 2018 10th (1146) days application release)
Summary: In some embodiments, the ophthalmic cassette valve can be configured to control the flow of infusion and ophthalmic substances (eg, ophthalmic drugs, retinal patch materials, or ophthalmic dyes) to the infusion cannula. The valve may be configured to provide an alternating or mixed flow of infusion fluid and ophthalmic substance to the infusion cannula. In some embodiments, the cassette may include multiple substance chambers with different substances. The cartridge may also include one or more valves to control the flow to the infusion fluid (eg, open/close each substance and the infusion fluid and/or the ratio of the substance and the infusion fluid).
[A61F] Filters that can be implanted in blood vessels; artificial limbs; devices that provide patency or prevent collapse of tubular structures of the body, such as stents; orthopedics, nursing or contraceptive devices; reinforcement; treatment or protection of eyes or ears; bandages, dressings, or Absorbent pad; first aid kit (denture A61C) [2006.01]
Inventors: David Gan (South Lake, TX), Jim Faller (Williamsville, NY), Lisa Mangos (Katy, TX), Michelle Hines (Hickory Creek, TX) assignee : Belaj Innovations LLC (Dallas, Texas) Law Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (local + 13 other cities) Application number, date, speed: 16554037 on August 28, 2019 (671 days after the application was issued)
Abstract: A composition and a method of use thereof are disclosed, which comprise [i] magnolia[/i] bark extract, [i] grape[/i] extract, tocopherol or tocopherol acetate, and hydrogenated Lecithin, lecithin or dextrin.
[A61K] Preparations for medical, dental or toilet purposes (especially suitable for devices or methods for making medicines into specific physical or administration forms; chemical aspects of A61J 3/00 or materials used for air deodorization, disinfection or sterilization The use of or for bandages, dressings, absorbent pads or surgical supplies A61L; soap composition C11D)
Composition and method for intrathecal administration of MCOPPB for pain relief Patent No. 11045459
Inventor: Barton Harley Manning (Arlington, Texas) Assignee: Centrexion Therapeutics Corporation (Boston, Massachusetts) Law Firm: Dechert LLP (7 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 10 /16589218 01/2019 (637 days after the application was released)
Abstract: The present invention provides a composition and method for intrathecal administration of the complex MCOPPB or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of pain, such as neuropathic pain suffered by adults.
[A61K] Preparations for medical, dental or toilet purposes (especially suitable for devices or methods for making medicines into specific physical or administration forms; chemical aspects of A61J 3/00 or materials used for air deodorization, disinfection or sterilization The use of or for bandages, dressings, absorbent pads or surgical supplies A61L; soap composition C11D)
Inventor: Aaron D. Simmons (Fort Worth, Texas) Assignee: The Regents of the University of Oklahoma (Norman, Ohio) Law Firm: Hall Estill Law Firm (3 non-local offices) ) Application No., Date, Speed: 16102306 on 08/13/2018 (1051 days app to issue)
Abstract: A production process of a bone construct, including the steps of providing a perfusion bioreactor with an inlet and an outlet; providing a seeding scaffold for the perfusion bioreactor, the scaffold including a porous scaffold seeded with mesenchymal stem cells; using osteogenesis The induction (differentiation) medium is continuously perfused with the inoculated stent; the dissolved oxygen content of the osteoinductive medium at the inlet and outlet is measured to determine the oxygen uptake rate (OUR) of the inoculated stent; the glucose content of the osteoinductive medium is measured to determine the inoculation The glucose consumption rate (GCR) of the stent; after the ratio of OUR to GCR (OUR/GCR) has been determined to exceed the predetermined threshold OUR/GCR value, the inoculated stent as the bone structure is taken out from the perfusion reactor.
[A61L] Methods or devices for disinfection of general materials or objects; disinfection, sterilization or deodorization of air; chemical aspects of bandages, dressings, absorbent pads or surgical supplies; materials for bandages, dressings, absorbent pads or surgical supplies (with reagents used A01N for antiseptic or disinfection of corpses that are characteristic; preservation, such as disinfection of food or food A23; preparations for medical, dental or toilet purposes A61K) [4]
Pulse Electromagnetic Field​​Tissue Stimulation Treatment and Compliance Monitoring Patent Number: 11045647
Inventors: Bobby Don Harris (Lewisville, Texas), James Sterling Denton (Lewisville, Texas), James T. Ryaby (Lewisville, Texas), Jeffrey James Culhane (Texa Lewisville, Texas), Jonelle Matilda Juricek (Lewisville, Texas), Lesley Allen Bowling (Lewisville, T Assignee: ORTHOFIX INC. (Lewisville, Texas) Law Firm: Haynes and Boone , LLP (local + 13 other subways) application number, date, speed: 16362022 on 03/22/2019 (830 days application release)
Abstract: A system and method for PEMF tissue engineering enhances the stimulation of musculoskeletal tissue by monitoring the treatment’s compliance with the treatment plan. The PEMF device includes a sensor that detects attributes that indicate whether the PEMF device is in use. PEMF equipment also includes communication equipment that connects it with other equipment. The data obtained from the sensors can be used to determine the level of compliance with the patient’s prescribed treatment regimen when using the tissue engineering device. The data is transmitted to the remote server through the paired UE. The remote server stores the data in the database and regularly generates compliance reports. The compliance report is shared with subscription access devices including prescribing doctors. The UE paired with the PEMF device maintains the treatment calendar and dynamically modifies reminders based on the current treatment status. The treatment plan can be updated and sent to the PEMF device.
[A61N] Electrotherapy; Magnetic Therapy; Radiotherapy; Ultrasound Therapy (Measurement of Bioelectric Current A61B; Surgical instruments, devices or methods used to transfer non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body A61B 18/ 00; general anesthesia equipment A61M; incandescent lamp H01K; infrared radiator for heating H05B) [6]
Inventor: Donetta Fulsom (Dallas, Texas), Sharon Hicks (Duncanville, Texas) Assignee: Unassigned Law Firm: No Legal Counsel Application Number, Date, Speed: 12/27/2019 (550 days application) issued)
Abstract: A weight-bearing exercise belt device for improving fitness and health training, including a belt extending from the left end to the right end. The left end and the right end have first and second mating members, respectively. The first mating member and the second mating member are selectively engageable to fix the belt around the waist of the user, and the middle part covers the lower back of the user. A plurality of main weight bars are coupled to the belt body. A plurality of magnets are connected to the middle part of the belt body. Each of the plurality of bags has a plurality of first engaging members. The first engaging member can be selectively engaged with a plurality of second engaging members of the belt body.
[A63B] Equipment used for physical training, gymnastics, swimming, rock climbing or fencing; ball games; TRAINING EQUIPMENT (passive exercise, massager A61H)
Inventor: Jeffrey J. Albertsen (Plano, Texas), Michael Scott Burnett (McKinney, Texas) Assignee: TAYLOR MADE GOLF COMPANY, INC. (Carlsbad, California) Law Firm: Dawsey Co., LPA (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 16524854 on 07/29/2019 (701 days application release)
Abstract: An aerodynamic golf club head with a low center of gravity and reduced aerodynamic drag. The club head has crown properties and material properties, which can impart beneficial aerodynamic characteristics and performance.
[A63B] Equipment used for physical training, gymnastics, swimming, rock climbing or fencing; ball games; TRAINING EQUIPMENT (passive exercise, massager A61H)
Inventors: Bryan Seon (Garland, Texas), Jeffrey T. Halstead (Plano, Texas), Justin Girard (Dallas, Texas), Michael Scott Burnett (Texas McKinney) Assignee: TAYLOR MADE GOLF COMPANY, INC. (Carlsbad, California) Law Firm: Dawsey Co., LPA (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 16786430 in 2020 February 10, 2015 (505 days after the application was issued)
Abstract: An iron-type golf club with stress-reducing features, which may include a hole. The location and size of the stress-reducing features and holes selectively increase surface deflection.
[A63B] Equipment used for physical training, gymnastics, swimming, rock climbing or fencing; ball games; TRAINING EQUIPMENT (passive exercise, massager A61H)
Inventors: Blair M. Philip (Dallas, Texas), Byron H. Adams (Indian Wells, California), James P. MacKay (Littleton, Massachusetts), Jeffrey T. Halstead (Texas State Wylie), Robert E. Stephens (Fort Worth, Texas), Trever M. Napier (Plano, Texas) Assignee: BREAKTHROUGH GOLF TECHNOLOGY, LLC (Dallas, Texas) Law Firm: Dawsey Co., LPA (1 non-local office) application number, date, speed: 16983009 on 08/03/2020 (330 days after the application was released)
Abstract: A multi-material golf shaft having a butt portion connected to a tip portion and having unique relationships, including a stiffness relationship, which provides beneficial performance characteristics.
[A63B] Equipment used for physical training, gymnastics, swimming, rock climbing or fencing; ball games; TRAINING EQUIPMENT (passive exercise, massager A61H)
Inventor: Harry Rosario (Fort Worth, Texas) Assignee: Unsigned Law Firm: No Lawyer Application Number, Date, Speed: 15190552 on June 23, 2016 (1832 days after the application was issued)
Abstract: An automated method and machine for manufacturing metal fence posts in a single operation, which involves forming materials, usually metal strips, into multiple posts with various shapes. The machine includes an automated programmable machine for inserting raw materials to form metal fence posts, an automated programmable machine for embossing metal fence posts, an automated programmable conveyor for conveying raw materials, for cutting, perforating and folding Automatic programmable machine materials of raw materials form metal fence piles.
[B21D] Processing or processing of sheet metal or metal pipes, bars or profiles, but basically no material is removed; stamped metal (processing or processing of wire rod B21F)