公开(公告)号：US08970370B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-03

申请号：US13221614

申请日：2011-08-30

Applicant: Wesley J. Clement ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Steven Morrison

Inventor： Wesley J. Clement ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Steven Morrison

IPC: G08B21/00 ,  G01D18/00

CPC classification number: G01D18/00 ,  A61B2560/0223

Abstract: A system and method for calibrating physical data sensing devices with physical data control devices is disclosed. The system and method are particularly useful for calibrating physical data sensing devices that measure physical data at periodic intervals different from the periodic intervals in which the physical data control device measure the physical data. The system and method provide a quick and accurate calibration between devices sampling at different rates.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于使用物理数据控制装置校准物理数据感测装置的系统和方法。 该系统和方法对于校准物理数据感测装置特别有用，所述物理数据感测装置以与物理数据控制装置测量物理数据的周期性间隔不同的周期性间隔来测量物理数据。 系统和方法提供了以不同速率采样的设备之间的快速和准确的校准。

公开(公告)号：US20130306740A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-21

申请号：US13476134

申请日：2012-05-21

Applicant: Michael Mathews ,  Chakravarty Tapas ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Robin Turner ,  Kuldeep Tyagi

Inventor： Michael Mathews ,  Chakravarty Tapas ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Robin Turner ,  Kuldeep Tyagi

IPC: G06K19/077

CPC classification number: H01Q1/2225 ,  A61F2250/0002 ,  G06K19/02 ,  G06K19/07749 ,  H01L23/66 ,  H01L2223/6627 ,  H01L2223/6655 ,  H01L2223/6677 ,  H01L2924/0002 ,  H01Q9/0407 ,  H01L2924/00

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel architecture of a passive RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) tag which is highly miniature in size, capable of metal mounting and suitable for global operation in the entire UHF band (860 MHz to 960 MHz) without necessity of territory specific optimization of the antenna design layout.This invention envisages a novel antenna design that consists of a circular or rectangular microstrip antenna of ultra-small size (−λ/50), which is suitably loaded in shunt by lumped components resistor (R), inductor (L) and capacitor (C). The feed point, feed layout and the loading values are so optimized that a single tag will display optimum performance in all the territories.This invention relates to a method of encapsulating the passive tag with radio transparent materials like Radel® R, as well as a metal backplane so that the encapsulated tag can withstand autoclaving while maintaining the required performance.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种无源RFID（射频识别）标签的新颖结构，该标签尺寸非常小，能够金属安装，并且适用于整个UHF频带（860MHz至960MHz）的全局操作，无需领域 天线设计布局的具体优化。 本发明设计了一种新颖的天线设计，其由超小尺寸（λ/ 50）的圆形或矩形微带天线组成，其被适当地加载到集总元件电阻器（R），电感器（L）和电容器（C） ）。 进料点，进料布置和加载值得到如此优化，使得单个标签将在所有领域显示最佳性能。 本发明涉及一种使用无线电透明材料（如Radel R）以及金属背板封装无源标签的方法，使得封装的标签可以承受高压灭菌同时保持所需的性能。

公开(公告)号：US20070239289A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-11

申请号：US11279330

申请日：2006-04-11

Applicant: Christopher Cambre ,  Marnita Holmes ,  Robert Varner ,  Steven Tethrake

Inventor： Christopher Cambre ,  Marnita Holmes ,  Robert Varner ,  Steven Tethrake

IPC: G05B19/18

CPC classification number: G06Q10/087 ,  G05B2219/37074 ,  G05B2219/49302

Abstract: A software method may include receiving scan data from a device after the device retrieves a readable code from a container, the container having at least one transmitter contained therein, processing the scan data to generate a container code based on the readable code, receiving a signal from the at least one transmitter, the signal including identification information, generating a transaction code based on the container code and the identification information, and instructing the device to transmit the transaction code to a processing device.

Abstract translation: 软件方法可以包括在设备从容器中检索可读代码之后接收来自设备的扫描数据，该容器具有包含在其中的至少一个发射器，处理扫描数据以基于可读代码生成容器代码，接收信号 所述信号包括识别信息，基于所述容器代码和所述识别信息生成交易代码，并且指示所述设备将所述交易代码发送到处理设备。

公开(公告)号：US20060145856A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-06

申请号：US11354080

申请日：2006-02-15

Applicant: Steven Tethrake ,  Robert Varner ,  Jeffrey Nycz ,  Chad Chun

Inventor： Steven Tethrake ,  Robert Varner ,  Jeffrey Nycz ,  Chad Chun

IPC: G08B13/14 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G08B13/2462 ,  G06Q10/08

Abstract: Systems and methods for processing surgical instrument tray shipping totes. A control system is adapted to control a bar code reader module, an RFID module, a database module and an interface module. The control system provides functionality adapted to process incoming and outgoing surgical instrument shipping totes containing one or more RFID-enabled surgical instrument trays. A database, ERP system or other system in communication with the control system alerts the operator of the status of an incoming tote and/or trays contained in the tote to increase processing efficiency and speed.

公开(公告)号：US20060109118A1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-25

申请号：US10993488

申请日：2004-11-22

Applicant: Mark Pelo ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Jeffrey Nycz

Inventor： Mark Pelo ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Jeffrey Nycz

IPC: G08B13/14

CPC classification number: G06K19/077

Abstract: An RFID tag that incorporates at least one integral or permanently attached twist-tie fastener for easy attachment, detachment and reattachment to various items to be inventoried is provided. The RFID tag is included at least partially in a protective housing to permit it to be utilized in hostile environments. The twist-tie portion is attached to the tag and preferably is constructed of a braided or single strand wire. One or more visual indicia also may be printed on the face of the protective housing.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种RFID标签，其包括至少一个整体或永久附接的扭扣紧固件，用于容易地附接，拆卸和重新附接到要被盘点的各种物品。 RFID标签至少部分地被包括在保护壳体中，以允许其在恶劣环境中使用。 扭绞部分附接到标签上，并且优选地由编织或单股线构成。 还可以在保护壳体的表面上印刷一个或多个视觉标记。

公开(公告)号：US08454613B2

公开(公告)日：2013-06-04

申请号：US12729497

申请日：2010-03-23

Applicant: Steven Tethrake ,  Paul Elliott ,  Jeffrey Nycz ,  Robert Varner ,  Mark Pelo

Inventor： Steven Tethrake ,  Paul Elliott ,  Jeffrey Nycz ,  Robert Varner ,  Mark Pelo

IPC: A61F2/46

CPC classification number: A61B90/00 ,  A61B50/33 ,  A61B90/98

Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying surgical instruments by use of radio-frequency identification tags (RFID) are disclosed. In the systems and methods, each of a plurality of surgical instruments is provided with at least one RFID transponder tag storing identification information associated with the corresponding instrument. The tag may be adhered to, embedded, or potted within a portion of the instrument. Using an RFID reading device, a user may interrogate the tag, thereby identifying the particular instrument. This identification information may be used to index a database and retrieve a data record unique to that instrument. The systems and methods allow a user to track, inspect, and verify inbound and outbound surgical instruments, to assess, for example, the surgical instruments' duty life cycle usage.

Abstract translation: 公开了通过使用射频识别标签（RFID）识别手术器械的系统和方法。 在系统和方法中，多个外科器械中的每一个设置有存储与相应仪器相关联的识别信息的至少一个RFID应答器标签。 标签可以粘附到，嵌入或封装在器械的一部分内。 使用RFID读取装置，用户可以询问标签，从而识别特定的仪器。 该识别信息可以用于索引数据库并检索该仪器唯一的数据记录。 系统和方法允许用户跟踪，检查和验证入站和出站手术器械，以评估例如外科器械的职责生命周期使用。

公开(公告)号：US08016859B2

公开(公告)日：2011-09-13

申请号：US11356642

申请日：2006-02-17

Applicant: William T. Donofrio ,  Jeffrey H. Nycz ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Stanley Warren Olson, Jr.

Inventor： William T. Donofrio ,  Jeffrey H. Nycz ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Stanley Warren Olson, Jr.

IPC: A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B8/4472 ,  A61B5/0031 ,  A61B5/076 ,  A61B5/4509 ,  A61B5/4514 ,  A61B5/4528 ,  A61B8/0875 ,  A61B8/4281 ,  A61B8/56 ,  A61B8/565

Abstract: A system and method are provided for monitoring the condition of the skeletal system and adjusting a treatment device to provide appropriate treatment in response to the sensed signal. More particularly, in one aspect the present invention is directed to a sensor for detecting changes at a spinal level and a dynamic treatment system adjustable in response to the detected changes.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种系统和方法，用于监测骨骼系统的状况并调整治疗装置以响应于所感测的信号提供适当的治疗。 更具体地，在一个方面，本发明涉及一种用于检测脊髓水平上的变化的传感器和响应于检测到的变化而可调节的动态治疗系统。

公开(公告)号：US20070001839A1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-04

申请号：US11530105

申请日：2006-09-08

Applicant: Christopher Cambre ,  Chad Chun ,  Robert Varner ,  Amy Shettler ,  Steven Tethrake

Inventor： Christopher Cambre ,  Chad Chun ,  Robert Varner ,  Amy Shettler ,  Steven Tethrake

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/08

Abstract: A control system for an RFID-based system for assembling and verifying outbound surgical equipment corresponding to a particular surgery. A user enters a identification number of a surgery. The control system queries a database of surgery information and outputs a list of required surgical equipment, such as surgical instrument sets. An operator uses the list to pick instrument sets for loading into a shipping tote. Each set is tagged with an RFID inventory tag that stores identification information for that set such as a set name and ID number. The shipping tote is passed through an RFID reader and identification data read from the tags is compared against the identification data for sets required for that surgery. A status indicator is activated to alert a user as to whether the surgery is complete that is, all expected sets are present, or that exception handling is required. The control system updates a database such as an ERP system to reflect that the surgery including the required sets has shipped—and the sets are inventoried out to the intended recipient.

Abstract translation: 用于基于RFID的系统的控制系统，用于组装和验证对应于特定手术的出站外科设备。 用户输入手术的识别号码。 控制系统查询手术信息的数据库，并输出所需手术器械的列表，如外科手术器械。 操作员使用列表选择装载到运输手提箱中的仪器组。 每个集合都标记有RFID清单标签，该标签存储该集合的标识信息，例如集合名称和ID号。 运送手提箱通过RFID阅读器，并将从标签读取的识别数据与该手术所需的组的识别数据进行比较。 激活状态指示器以提醒用户手术是否完成，所有预期的组都存在，或需要异常处理。 控制系统更新诸如ERP系统之类的数据库，以反映包括所需集合在内的手术已发货 - 并将集合库存到预期收件人。

公开(公告)号：US20060244597A1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-02

申请号：US11341489

申请日：2006-01-30

Applicant: Steven Tethrake ,  Robert Varner ,  Jeffrey Nycz

Inventor： Steven Tethrake ,  Robert Varner ,  Jeffrey Nycz

IPC: G08B13/14

CPC classification number: A61F2/4425 ,  A61B50/33 ,  A61B90/90 ,  A61B90/98 ,  A61B2090/0813 ,  A61F2/44 ,  A61F2/4657 ,  A61F2002/443 ,  A61F2002/4666 ,  G01D5/2291 ,  G06K19/077 ,  G06K19/0773

Abstract: A surgical instrument tray RFID tag that includes a modular housing formed of two or more pieces of non-conductive, fluid impervious material. The two or more pieces are mated using an adhesive assisted seal to provide a sealed unitary structure that encases the RFID transponder circuit inside. Various fastening mechanisms may be used to fasten the tag to a surgical instrument tray such as adhesives, screws, bolts, rivets or other suitable mechanical fasteners. By hardening the outer case rather than the tag itself, various commercially available RFID transponder tags may be used with the various embodiments of the invention. The modular housing should be constructed of a protective material that will prevent ingress of moisture and dust, insulate from heat and cold but that will allow radio frequency waves to pass without significant attenuation. The tag may attached to surgical instruments during manufacture, or afterwards through a retrofitting process.

Abstract translation: 一种外科器械托盘RFID标签，其包括由两片或多片不导电，不透液体材料形成的模块化壳体。 使用粘合剂辅助密封件将两个或更多个部件配合，以提供将RFID应答器电路封装在其中的密封的单一结构。 可以使用各种紧固机构将标签紧固到手术器械托盘，例如粘合剂，螺钉，螺栓，铆钉或其它合适的机械紧固件。 通过硬化外壳而不是标签本身，可以使用各种市售的RFID应答器标签与本发明的各种实施例。 模块化外壳应采用保护材料制成，防止湿气和灰尘侵入，防止发生热和冷，但会导致射频波过度而无明显衰减。 标签可以在制造期间或之后通过改装过程连接到外科手术器械。

公开(公告)号：US20060109105A1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-25

申请号：US10993487

申请日：2004-11-22

Applicant: Robert Varner ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Jeffrey Nycz

Inventor： Robert Varner ,  Steven Tethrake ,  Jeffrey Nycz

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: G08B13/2462 ,  G06Q10/08

Abstract: A surgical instrument tray shipping tote identification system is provided. During transit to or from a medical facility, processing center, distribution center or other location, multiple surgical instruments trays are placed in an instrument tray shipping tote. Each instrument tray includes at least one RFID transponder tag storing identification information about that tray. The shipping tote has a bar coded shipping label affixed to one surface generated at the point of origin. When the tote arrives at the distribution center, it is placed on a conveyor system that includes a reading station having an RFID transceiver and a bar code reader. Information read from the RFID transponder tags and the bar code label is transmitted by a controller to an external database to check for any off-nominal status indicators. Once this check is performed, an indication is sent back to the controller and an appropriate indicator on the identification system is activated.

Abstract translation: 提供外科器械托盘运输手提箱识别系统。 在往返医疗设施，加工中心，配送中心或其他位置的过境期间，多个手术器械托盘放置在仪器托盘运送手提箱内。 每个仪器托盘包括至少一个存储关于该托盘的识别信息的RFID应答器标签。 运输手提包有一个条形码的运输标签贴在原点生成的一个表面上。 当手提箱到达配送中心时，它被放置在包括具有RFID收发器和条形码读取器的读取站的输送机系统上。 从RFID应答器标签读取的信息和条形码标签由控制器发送到外部数据库，以检查任何非标称状态指示符。 一旦执行此检查，将指示发送回控制器，并且识别系统上的适当指示器被激活。