Capote, US
Allison Capote, Boulder, CO US
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20130345814 | Modular Anchor Bone Fusion Cage - A modular anchor bone fusion cage is provided. The cage includes a spacer configured to fit into a space between the faces of two bones that are to be fused together. A fusion plate having at least a main body portion is coupled to the spacer. Fasteners extend through the fusion plate to engage the bone. At least some of the fasteners also extend through the spacer to engage the opposed faces of the bone. A cover plate is coupled to the fusion plate to inhibit the fasteners from backing out prior to fusion of the bones. | 12-26-2013 |
20140364855 | ANGLED INSTRUMENT ASSEMBLY - An angled instrument assembly includes an angled sleeve, a driver shaft, and a tool bit. The angled sleeve includes a straight passage segment that meets an angled passage segment at a junction. The junction includes an inner elbow and an outer elbow. Material is removed from the inner surface of the inner elbow in order to improve the ease with which the driver shaft can be moved in and out of the angled sleeve. The assembly can also include drafted female or male engagement bodies for facilitating the engagement and disengagement of the tool bit with a tool bit engagement assembly located at the distal end of the driver shaft. | 12-11-2014 |
Cristian Capote, Memphis, TN US
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20120109303 | IMPLANT ASSEMBLIES, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING STABILIZATION BETWEEN FIRST AND SECOND VERTEBRAE - Systems, methods and devices for providing stabilization between first and second vertebrae are provided. More particularly, in one form an implant assembly includes first and second end members configured to engage with the first and second vertebrae, respectively, and a support body configured to extend between and engage with the end members. In one aspect of this form, one or both of the end members is configured to facilitate injection of a material into one or both of the vertebrae. In another aspect, one or both of the end members includes a mesh material extending across a hollow interior to facilitate bone growth through the end member toward the support body. In another form, techniques for providing stabilization and support to vertebrae on opposite sides of a space created by removal of one or more vertebral elements are provided. However, different forms and applications are also envisioned. | 05-03-2012 |
Cristian A. Capote, Memphis, TN US
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20110190890 | END CAP FOR A VERTEBRAL IMPLANT - An implant for insertion between adjacent vertebral members, comprising an implant body with a base section having positioning teeth, and an end cap for positioning at a selected point on the base section via adjustment of an approach direction. The end cap comprises a seating surface which contacts the base section when positioned on the implant body, an end cap angulation, and positioning passages for receiving positioning teeth. The implant may comprise a locking mechanism for lockingly engaging the end cap and base section and preventing end cap axial movement. The positioning passages and positioning teeth configured to facilitate end cap slideable positioning on the base section. And, a positioning passage comprising a locking tenon for lockingly engaging a positioning tooth in the positioning passage. The implant body and end cap combination imparting angulation to an adjacent vertebral body at the selected point when positioned in the intervertebral space. | 08-04-2011 |
20110257688 | EXPANDABLE MEDICAL DEVICE AND METHOD - Embodiments of the invention include expandable, implantable devices and methods. Devices may be inserted with a longitudinal biasing force between anatomical structures to be stabilized and then expanded laterally or otherwise filled to provide secure fixation between or among the anatomical structures. In some embodiments, an implant replaces one or more vertebral bodies, or portions of vertebral bodies, of the spine. | 10-20-2011 |
20110257745 | IMPLANT WITH INSERTION DEVICE AND METHOD - Embodiments of the invention include expandable medical implant systems and methods. The systems may include devices to reinforce a tube through which a fill material may be moved at least in part into expandable medical implants. In some embodiments, an implant replaces one or more of vertebral bodies, portions of vertebral bodies, discs, and portions of discs of the spine. | 10-20-2011 |
20120029640 | VERTEBRAL IMPLANT END CAP - An implant and method for insertion between adjacent vertebral members. The implant comprising an implant body with a base section having a plurality of base extensions and securing depressions, and an end cap adapted for selective axial positioning at a selected point on the base section and subsequent rotational adjustment about an implant axis. The end cap also comprising a fixed aperture and a variable aperture, both configured to receive and lockingly engage corresponding base extensions and securing depressions to securely maintain the end cap positioned on the base section. The fixed and variable passages are configured and located to permit rotational end cap adjustment. The implant imparts end cap height and angulation to an adjacent vertebral body at the selected or desired point when the implant is positioned and lockingly engaged in the intervertebral space. | 02-02-2012 |
20120191193 | INTERBODY IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE - An interbody implant spacer includes a flexible body defining a first surface configured for engagement with a first vertebral surface and a second surface configured for engagement with a second vertebral surface. The first surface includes at least one pre-formed protrusion extending outwardly therefrom. The body is expandable between a first, non-expanded configuration such that the at least one protrusion extends outwardly from the first surface and a second, expanded configuration such that the at least one protrusion extends outwardly from the first surface to engage the first vertebral surface and at least a portion of the second surface engages the second vertebral surface. Methods of use are disclosed. | 07-26-2012 |
20140024900 | SURGICAL RETRACTOR AND METHOD OF USE - A surgical retractor includes a first member defining a longitudinal axis. The first member includes a blade disposed in spaced apart relation relative to the longitudinal axis and a grip surface. A second member has a blade disposed in spaced apart relation relative to the longitudinal axis and a grip surface. The grip surfaces are configured to be drawn together along the longitudinal axis such that the blades are engageable with tissue and connected with the grip surfaces such that the grip surfaces provide a tactile feedback of the tissue engagement. Systems and methods of use are disclosed. | 01-23-2014 |
Jose A. Capote, Hillsdale, NJ US
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20090200180 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF TREATING WASTE - A waste treatment system processes waste upon the application of energy. The system includes a vessel that has an open space that receives waste feedstock. At least two plasma electrodes are mounted to the vessel. An electrode movement control system may position the plasma electrodes to facilitate a pryolysis process to treat the waste feedstock. | 08-13-2009 |
20110079171 | APPARATUS FOR TREATING WASTE - A waste treatment system processes waste upon the application of energy. The system includes a vessel that contains an open space. A waste feed system feeds inorganic and/or organic waste into the open space of the vessel. One or more pairs of electrodes are within the vessel and may be supported above a bottom of the vessel. The electrodes generate energy that heats the vessel's open space, and melts inorganic portions of the waste and gasifies and dissociates organic portions of the waste into elemental components. These elemental components may be reformed into a synthesis gas which may be conditioned and cleaned to recovery a non-hazardous product. | 04-07-2011 |
Marco Capote, Louisville, CO US
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20090264926 | Spinal Fixation System - Embodiments of a spinal implant system include a fixation element, a connector body, and a compression member. The fixation element has a bone engaging portion, a pivoting portion, and a hinge portion. The hinge portion permits pivotal motion of the pivoting portion relative to the bone engaging portion. Additionally, the connector body defines a channel configured for receipt of an elongate member and defines an elongate slot configured for receipt of the pivoting portion of the fixation element. The pivoting portion is positionable in any one of a plurality of positions along the elongate slot. The compression member is adapted to engage the pivoting portion of the fixation element and press against the connector body to lock the pivoting portion at a desired angular position relative to the bone engaging portion and lock the connector body to the fixation element at the desired position along the elongate slot. | 10-22-2009 |
Marco Capote, Boulder, CO US
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20130261609 | Navigated Instrument With a Stabilizer - A stabilizer for use with a trackable surgical instrument can include a first member, a second member and a retaining member. The first member can have a first annular body portion and a first pair of legs extending therefrom. The first annular body portion can include a plurality of locating slots for engaging a selectively positionable portion of a surgical instrument. The second member can have a second annular body portion and a second pair of legs extending therefrom. The second annular body can engage a drive device of the surgical instrument. The first pair of legs can be telescopically coupled with and adjustable relative to the second pair of legs such that the first member can be axially adjustable relative to the second member. The retaining member can cooperate with at least one leg to retain the first member adjustably coupled to the second member. | 10-03-2013 |
Marco D. Capote, Memphis, TN US
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20090105755 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING SPINAL FIXATION SYSTEMS TOGETHER - A connection system is provided that joins two or more spinal fixation plate systems together. In one form, a pair of bone bolts forms two docking points for a connecting member to attach to and brace two spinal fixation plate systems together. In another form, the connecting member is adjustable to allow for different dimensions between two spinal fixation plate systems. In another embodiment, a cap forms a dynamic connection between a bone bolt and a connecting member. | 04-23-2009 |
20130066429 | EXPANDING VERTEBRAL BODY IMPLANT - An expandable medical implant for supporting bone structures is disclosed. The implant may include an outer member and an inner member receivable in the outer member. One of the outer and inner members includes a tapered surface and the other of the outer and inner members includes a scalloped surface. The implant may also include a locking element disposed between the tapered surface and the scalloped surface. The tapered surface may be movable relative to the locking element to transversely shift the locking element into engagement with the scalloped surface to inhibit a decrease in the overall implant height. | 03-14-2013 |
Marco D. Capote, Lafayette, CO US
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20090187248 | LORDOTIC EXPANDING VERTEBRAL BODY SPACER - An expandable medical implant for supporting bone structures includes a curved outer member to cooperatively engage a first bone structure and a curved inner member configured to cooperatively engage a second bone structure. The curved inner member is receivable within and movable relative to the curved outer member along an arc bounded by the curvature of the curved outer member. One of the curved outer and inner members may include a tapered surface and the other of the curved outer and inner members may include a scalloped surface. The implant may include a locking element disposed between the tapered and scalloped surface. The locking element is movable between a locked position engaging the tapered surface and a roughened locking surface to inhibit a decrease in the overall height of the implant and an unlocked position permitting at least an increase in the overall height of the implant. | 07-23-2009 |
20100268340 | Minimally Invasive Expandable Contained Vertebral Implant and Method - Embodiments of the invention include expandable, implantable devices and methods. Devices expand linearly within the volume of a membrane and laterally to provide secure fixation between or among anatomical structures. In some embodiments, an implant replaces one or more vertebral bodies, or portions of vertebral bodies, of the spine. | 10-21-2010 |
Marco Dagoberto Capote, Boulder, CO US
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20120101576 | EXPANDABLE ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - An orthopedic implant includes a first member that defines a longitudinal axis, a first wall and a second wall. The first wall defines at least a portion of a chamber. The second wall defines a first graft containment cavity. The chamber is separate from the first graft containment cavity. A second member defines a first wall disposed for sealed engagement with the first wall of the first member. The first wall of the second member defines at least a portion of the chamber. The second member is configured for movement along the longitudinal axis relative to the first member. Methods of use are disclosed. | 04-26-2012 |
Marco Dagoberto Capote, Memphis, TN US
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20080294194 | Spinal stabilization systems and methods - A spinal stabilization system, apparatus, and method are disclosed which include an interconnection mechanism for engaging stabilization members to one another. In one embodiment, the interconnection mechanism comprises a locking member having first and second threaded segments. An anchor member is provided having an upper segment and a lower segment, wherein the lower segment is structurally configured for engagement with a respective bone segment. A first stabilization member is connected to the upper segment of the anchor member. A locking member is engaged with the anchor member such that the first stabilization member is fixedly secured to the anchor member by a lower portion of the locking member having a first threaded segment. A second stabilization member is connected to an upper portion of the locking member by a cap that is threaded onto a second threaded segment of the locking member. | 11-27-2008 |
Miguel Albert Capote, Carlsbad, CA US
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20080207814 | Thermally conductive adhesive composition and process for device attachment - A thermally conductive adhesive composition includes a powder of a high melting point metal or metal alloy, a powder of a low melting point metal or metal alloy, and a polymerizable fluxing polymer matrix composition having a polyepoxide polymer resin and a low-melting solid or liquid acid-anhydride and a polymer diluent or diluents with carbon carbon double bonds and/or functional hydroxyl groups. The ratio by weight of the low melting point powder to high melting point powder ranges from about 0.50 to about 0.80, and may range from about 0.64 to about 0.75, and may be 0.665. Heretofore unpredicted substantially higher thermal conductivity improvements in performance have been found using these ratios of low melting point powder to high melting point powder. | 08-28-2008 |
20090008733 | Electric field steering cap, steering electrode, and modular configurations for a radiation detector - A cap for a radiation detection device of the type that utilizes a semiconductor medium includes a bias connection pad, a steering electrode, and a shielding layer. The steering electrode may be a grid steering electrode positioned parallel to the bias connection pad opposite a medium, or may be an electrode disposed perpendicular to the bias connection pad along the edge of a medium. The bias connection pad may be electrically connected or equipotent to the steering electrode. The cap may be formed of flexible circuit board, which may also connect the semiconductor detector to bias, detection or processing circuitry. The bias connection pad and the shielding layer can be maintained with fixed spacing to prevent vibration. A mezzanine card may be used to connect multiple detectors in a modular fashion. | 01-08-2009 |