Patent Assignment
Reel/Frame 041828/0945
Change of Name
Recorded: 2017-02-28
Pages: 13
Assignor
ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC
Executed: 2016-12-30
Assignee
ETHICON LLC
#475 STREET C, SUITE 401, LOS FRAILES INDUSTRIAL PARK, GUAYNABO, PUERTO RICO, 00969
Covered Properties
(297)
Surgical Staple with Integral Pledget for Tip Deflection
Pivoting Anvil for Surgical Circular Stapler
Surgical Instrument with Curved Blade Firing Path
Surgical Instrument with Secondary Jaw Closure Feature
Trans-Oral Circular Anvil Introduction System with Dilation Feature
Circular Anvil Introduction System with Alignment Feature
Surgical Stapler with Varying Staple Widths Along Different Circumferences
Application:
13/706,827 →
Publication:
US 2014/0158747
Surgical Instrument with Feedback at End Effector
Bipolar Electrosurgical Features for Targeted Hemostasis
Electrosurgical End Effector with Tissue Tacking Features
Circular Stapler with Selectable Motorized and Manual Control
Circular Stapler with Selectable Motorized and Manual Control, Including a Control Ring
Motor Driven Rotary Input Circular Stapler with Modular End Effector
Motor Driven Rotary Input Circular Stapler with Lockable Flexible Shaft
Electrosurgical End Effector with Independent Closure Feature and Blade
Application:
13/738,329 →
Publication:
US 2014/0194874
Surgical Instrument with Blade Compliant Along Vertical Cutting Edge Plane
End Effector with Compliant Clamping Jaw
Bipolar Electrosurgical Hand Shears
Staple Cartridge Comprising a Releasable Cover
Staple Cartridge Comprising a Compressible Portion
Application:
13/763,037 →
Publication:
US 2014/0224857
Surgical Instrument End Effector Articulation Drive with Pinion and Opposing Racks
Lockout Feature for Movable Cutting Member of Surgical Instrument
Integrated Tissue Positioning and Jaw Alignment Features for Surgical Stapler
Jaw Closure Feature for End Effector of Surgical Instrument
Surgical Instrument with Articulation Lock Having a Detenting Binary Spring
Distal Tip Features for End Effector of Surgical Instrument
Staple Forming Features for Surgical Stapling Instrument
Surgical Instrument with Multi-Diameter Shaft
Installation Features for Surgical Instrument End Effector Cartridge
Articulatable Surgical Instruments with Conductive Pathways for Signal Communication
Rotary Powered Articulation Joints for Surgical Instruments
Thumbwheel Switch Arrangements for Surgical Instruments
Application:
13/782,338 →
Publication:
US 2014/0249557
Joystick Switch Assemblies for Surgical Instruments
Rotary Powered Surgical Instruments with Multiple Degrees of Freedom
Multiple Processor Motor Control for Modular Surgical Instruments
Sensor Straightened End Effector During Removal Through Trocar
Electromechanical Surgical Device with Signal Relay Arrangement
Control Methods for Surgical Instruments with Removable Implement Portions
Application:
13/782,518 →
Publication:
US 2014/0246475
Surgical Instrument Soft Stop
Reciprocating Needle Drive Without Cables
Patent:
9,125,645 →
Application:
13/792,947 →
Button Actuated Needle Loader
Patent:
9,782,167 →
Application:
13/792,976 →
Automated Needle Loader
Patent:
9,370,354 →
Application:
13/793,048 →
Electrosurgical Device with Drum-Driven Articulation
Robotic Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft
Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft Having Translating Gear and Snap Fit
Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft Having Clamshell Coupling
Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft Having Modular Subassembly
Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft Having Rack and Pinion Drive
Robotic Ultrasonic Surgical Device with Articulating End Effector
Staple Cartridge Tissue Thickness Sensor System
Staple Cartridge Tissue Thickness Sensor System
Application:
13/800,067 →
Publication:
US 2014/0263552
Meal Detection Devices and Methods
Interchangeable Shaft Assemblies for Use with a Surgical Instrument
Drive System Lockout Arrangements for Modular Surgical Instruments
Articulatable Surgical Instrument Comprising an Articulation Lock
Application:
13/803,086 →
Publication:
US 2014/0263541
Articulatable Surgical Instrument Comprising a Firing Drive
Articulation Control System for Articulatable Surgical Instruments
Drive Train Control Arrangements for Modular Surgical Instruments
Multi-Function Motor for a Surgical Instrument
Method and System for Operating a Surgical Instrument
Control Arrangements for a Drive Member of a Surgical Instrument
Sensor Arrangements for Absolute Positioning System for Surgical Instruments
Mechanical Fasteners for Use with Surgical Energy Devices
Surgical Instrument with Selectable Integral or External Power Source
Application:
13/804,417 →
Publication:
US 2014/0207124
Method and Apparatus for Sealing End-to-End Anastomosis
Surgical Instrument with Reinforced Articulation Section
Application:
13/804,908 →
Publication:
US 2014/0276730
Electrosurgical Instrument End Effector with Compliant Electrode
Electrosurgical Instrument with Multi-Stage Actuator
Electrosurgical Instrument with Restricted Trigger
Tissue Clamping Features of Surgical Instrument End Effector
Circular Needle Applier with Articulating and Rotating Shaft
Suturing Device with Reusable Shaft and Disposable Cartridge
Cartridge Interface for Surgical Suturing Device
Surgical Instrument with Partial Trigger Lockout
Circular Needle Applier with Offset Needle and Carrier Tracks
Transmission for Driving Circular Needle
Pawl Mechanism in Circular Needle Applier
Application:
13/832,867 →
Publication:
US 2014/0171977
Needle Driver and Pawl Mechanism for Circular Needle Applier
Surgical Needle with Formed Steps
Application:
13/832,986 →
Publication:
US 2014/0172015
Packaging for Surgical Needle Cartridge and Suture
Ultrasonic Surgical Shears with Clamping Feature
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
13/843,295 →
Publication:
US 2014/0135804
Tissue Thickness Compensator Comprising a Cutting Member Path
Application:
13/851,676 →
Publication:
US 2014/0291379
Fastener Cartridge Comprising a Tissue Thickness Compensator and a Gap Setting Element
Fastener Cartridge Assemblies
Fastener Cartridge Comprising a Tissue Thickness Compensator Including Openings Therein
Electrosurgical Instrument with Dual Blade End Effector
Surgical Instrument with Jaw Opening Assist Feature
Surgical Instrument with Translating Compliant Jaw Closure Feature
Surgical Instrument with Split Jaw
Power Module for Use with a Surgical Instrument
Electrosurgical Forceps with Translating Blade Driver
Surgical Instrument Having Knife Band with Curved Distal Edge
Surgical Instrument with Modular Motor
Surgical Instrument with Articulation Indicator
Surgical Instrument with Clips Having Transecting Blades
Surgical Stapler with Rolling Anvil
Endoluminal Stapler with Rotating Wheel Cam for Multi-Staple Firing
Firing Member Retraction Devices for Powered Surgical Instruments
Closure Indicator Systems for Surgical Instruments
Conductor Arrangements for Electrically Powered Surgical Instruments with Rotatable End Effectors
End Effector Detection Systems for Surgical Instruments
Application:
13/974,177 →
Publication:
US 2015/0053737
Firing Trigger Lockout Arrangements for Surgical Instruments
Error Detection Arrangements for Surgical Instrument Assemblies
Application:
13/974,202 →
Publication:
US 2015/0053743
Attachment Portions for Surgical Instrument Assemblies
Torque Optimization for Surgical Instruments
Application:
13/974,206 →
Publication:
US 2015/0053746
Interactive Displays
Motor-Powered Articulatable Surgical Instruments
Secondary Battery Arrangements for Powered Surgical Instruments
Application:
13/974,215 →
Publication:
US 2015/0053748
Tamper Proof Circuit for Surgical Instrument Battery Pack
Shroud Retention Arrangement for Sterilizable Surgical Instruments
Surgical Devices with Close Quarter Articulation Features
Surgical Clip Applier with Articulation Section
Surgical Clip Having Comliant Portion
Application:
14/025,904 →
Publication:
US 2014/0171986
Surgical Clip Having Compliant Portion
Application:
14/025,915 →
Publication:
US 2014/0018830
Surgical Stapling Instrument Having An Improved Coating
Application:
14/027,286 →
Publication:
US 2014/0014707
Medical Device Having An Improved Coating
Application:
14/027,293 →
Publication:
US 2014/0014704
Integrated Systems for Electrosurgical Steam or Smoke Control
Application:
14/028,163 →
Publication:
US 2015/0080876
Integrated Systems for Electrosurgical Steam or Smoke Control
Articulation Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Alignment Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Application:
14/031,665 →
Publication:
US 2015/0080925
Multi-Function Bi-Polar Forceps
Surgical Stapler with Rotary Cam Drive and Return
Application:
14/033,688 →
Publication:
US 2015/0083772
Surgical Stapling Instrument with Drive Assembly Having Toggle Features
Control Features for Motorized Surgical Stapling Instrument
Surgical Stapler with Rotary Cam Drive
Providing Near Real Time Feedback To A User of A Surgical Instrument
Application:
14/043,100 →
Publication:
US 2014/0175150
Providing Near Real Time Feedback To A User Of A Surgical Instrument
Application:
14/043,124 →
Publication:
US 2014/0035762
Electrosurgical Devices with Fluid Flow Control
Application:
14/057,682 →
Publication:
US 2015/0112335
Hybrid Adjunct Materials for Use in Surgical Stapling
Application:
14/074,810 →
Publication:
US 2015/0134076
Sealing Materials for Use in Surgical Stapling
Application:
14/074,884 →
Publication:
US 2015/0134077
Hybrid Adjunct Materials for Use in Surgical Stapling
Positively Charged Implantable Materials and Method of Forming the Same
Tissue Ingrowth Materials and Method of Using the Same
Electrosurgical Devices
Electrosurgical Devices
Removable Battery Casing for Surgical Instrument
Ultrasonic Anastomosis Instrument with Piezoelectric Sealing Head
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Integral Blade Cleaning Feature
Surgical Instrument with Active Element and Suction Cage
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Features for Forming Bubbles to Enhance Cavitation
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Electrosurgical Feature
Methods and Features for Coupling Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument Components Together
Features for Coupling Surgical Instrument Shaft Assembly with Instrument Body
Ultrasonic Surgical Blade
Handpiece and Blade Configurations for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Rotation Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Shield Mechanisms for Surgical Devices
Surgical Staples and Staple Cartridges
Articulatable Surgical Instruments with Separate and Distinct Closing and Firing Systems
Surgical Staples and Staple Cartridges
Application:
14/138,475 →
Publication:
US 2015/0173749
Surgical Staples and Methods for Making the Same
Surgical Cutting and Stapling Instruments with Independent Jaw Control Features
Surgical Staples
Surgical Cutting and Stapling Instruments with Articulatable End Effectors
Fastener Cartridge Comprising an Extendable Firing Member
Modular Surgical Instruments
Surgical Cutting and Stapling Methods
Application:
14/138,516 →
Publication:
US 2015/0173756
Fastener Cartridge Comprising a Firing Member Configured to Directly Engage and Eject Fasteners from the Fastener Cartridge
Fastener Cartridge Comprising a Firing Member Including Fastener Transfer Surfaces
Surgical Instruments with Articulatable Shaft Arrangements
Application:
14/138,554 →
Publication:
US 2015/0173789
Ultrasonic Bone Cutting Instrument
Loading Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Coupling Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Electrosurgical Sealing and Transecting Devices and Methods with Improved Application of Compressive Force
Harvesting Energy from a Surgical Generator
Device Trigger Dampening Mechanism
Motor Control and Feedback in Powered Surgical Devices
Surgical Devices Having Controlled Tissue Cutting and Sealing
Methods and Devices for Controlling Motorized Surgical Devices
Deliverable Surgical Instrument
Lockout Mechanisms for Surgical Devices
Implantable Layers and Methods for Altering Implantable Layers for Use with Surgical Fastening Instruments
Fastening System Comprising a Firing Member Lockout
Implantable Layers Comprising a Pressed Region
Implantable Layers and Methods for Altering One or More Properties of Implantable Layers for Use with Fastening Instruments
Staple Cartridge Including a Barbed Staple
Application:
14/187,387 →
Publication:
US 2014/0166724
Implantable Layer Assemblies
Implantable Layers and Methods for Modifying the Shape of the Implantable Layers for Use with a Surgical Fastening Instrument
Staple Cartridge Including a Barbed Staple.
Application:
14/187,395 →
Publication:
US 2014/0166725
Staple Cartridge Including a Barbed Staple
Application:
14/187,400 →
Publication:
US 2014/0166726
Control Systems for Surgical Instruments
Detecting Short Circuits in Electrosurgical Medical Devices
Ultrasonic Forceps
Surgical Instrument Control Circuit Having a Safety Processor
Modular Powered Surgical Instrument with Detachable Shaft Assemblies
Power Management Through Segmented Circuit and Variable Voltage Protection
Systems and Methods for Controlling a Segmented Circuit
Feedback Algorithms for Manual Bailout Systems for Surgical Instruments
Verification of Number of Battery Exchanges/Procedure Count
Application:
14/226,094 →
Publication:
US 2015/0272580
Surgical Instrument Comprising Interactive Systems
Sterilization Verification Circuit
Power Management Control Systems for Surgical Instruments
Application:
14/226,106 →
Publication:
US 2015/0272582
Surgical Stapling Instrument System
Surgical Instrument Utilizing Sensor Adaptation
Application:
14/226,116 →
Publication:
US 2015/0272571
Power Management Through Sleep Options of Segmented Circuit and Wake Up Control
Surgical Instrument Comprising a Rotatable Shaft
Interface Systems for Use with Surgical Instruments
Modular Surgical Instrument System
Application:
14/226,133 →
Publication:
US 2015/0272557
Surgical Instrument Comprising a Sensor System
Two Stage Trigger, Clamp and Cut Bipolar Vessel Sealer
Application:
14/227,699 →
Publication:
US 2015/0272659
Electrosurgical Devices
Distal Sealing End Effector with Spacers
Patent:
10,524,852 →
Application:
14/229,033 →
Surgical Cutting Devices and Methods That Include a Self-Adjusting Cutting Blade
Surgical Devices with Articulating End Effectors and Methods of Using Surgical Devices with Articulating End Effectors
Controlling Impedance Rise in Electrosurgical Medical Devices
Methods and Devices for Controlling Motorized Surgical Devices
Methods and Devices for Controlling Motorized Surgical Devices
Methods and Devices for Controlling Motorized Surgical Devices
Methods and Devices for Controlling Motorized Surgical Devices
Surgical Instrument Comprising a Closing Drive and a Firing Drive Operated from the Same Rotatable Output
Modular Motor Driven Surgical Instruments with Alignment Features for Aligning Rotary Drive Shafts with Surgical End Effector Shafts
Drive System Decoupling Arrangement for a Surgical Instrument
Powered Surgical Stapler
Powered Linear Surgical Stapler
Motor Driven Surgical Instruments with Lockable Dual Drive Shafts
Surgical Instrument Comprising a Gap Setting System
Surgical System Comprising First and Second Drive Systems
Modular Motor Driven Surgical Instruments with Status Indication Arrangements
Software Algorithms for Electrosurgical Instruments
Device Status Feedback for Bipolar Tissue Spacer
Clamp Arm Features for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Application:
14/257,245 →
Publication:
US 2014/0330298
Methods and Devices for Reinforcing a Staple Line
Application:
14/300,793 →
Publication:
US 2015/0351753
Methods and Devices for Sealing Stapled Tissue
Methods and Devices for Reinforcing a Staple Line
Woven and Fibrous Materials for Reinforcing a Staple Line
Devices and Methods for Sealing Staples in Tissue
Devices and Methods for Sealing Staples in Tissue
Devices and Methods for Sealing Staples in Tissue
Devices for Sealing Staples in Tissue
Bronchus Sealants and Methods of Sealing Bronchial Tubes
Devices for Sealing a Body Lumen
Adjunct Materials and Methods of Using Same in Surgical Methods for Tissue Sealing
Two Stage Trigger, Clamp and Cut Bipolar Vessel Sealer
Method of Using Lockout Features for Surgical Stapler Cartridge
Articulation Drive Features for Surgical Stapler
Jaw Opening Feature for Surgical Stapler
Method of Unlocking Articulation Joint in Surgical Stapler
Lockout Engagement Features for Surgical Stapler
Pivotable Articulation Joint Unlocking Feature for Surgical Stapler
Translatable Articulation Joint Unlocking Feature for Surgical Stapler
Surgical Instrument with Variable Tissue Compression
Ultrasonic Blade Overmold
Actuation Mechanisms and Load Adjustment Assemblies for Surgical Instruments
Managing Tissue Treatment
Multiple Sensors with One Sensor Affecting a Second Sensor's Output or Interpretation
Monitoring Device Degradation Based on Component Evaluation
Smart Cartridge Wake Up Operation and Data Retention
Circuitry and Sensors for Powered Medical Device
Local Display of Tissue Parameter Stabilization
Application:
14/479,108 →
Publication:
US 2016/0066913
Polarity of Hall Magnet to Identify Cartridge Type
Multiple Motor Control for Powered Medical Device
Adjunct with Integrated Sensors to Quantify Tissue Compression
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Removable Clamp Arm
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Retractable Integral Clamp Arm
Surgical Stapling Apparatus Comprising a Tissue Stop
Electrosurgical Instrument with Sensor
Features to Apply Fluid to an Ultrasonic Blade of a Surgical Instrument
Shielding Features for Ultrasonic Blade of a Surgical Instrument
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Staged Clamping
Sleeve Features for Ultrasonic Blade of a Surgical Instrument
Torque Optimization for Surgical Instruments
Application:
14/553,293 →
Publication:
US 2015/0076209
Torque Optimization for Surgical Instruments
Application:
14/553,517 →
Publication:
US 2015/0076210
Electrode Configurations for Surgical Instruments
Surgical Instrument Systems Comprising an Articulatable End Effector and Means for Adjusting the Firing Stroke of a Firing Member
Surgical Instrument System Comprising Lockable Systems
Drive Arrangements for Articulatable Surgical Instruments
Locking Arrangements for Detachable Shaft Assemblies with Articulatable Surgical End Effectors
End Effector with Detectable Configurations
High Power Battery Powered Rf Amplifier Topology
Method and Apparatus for Subretinal Administration of Therapeutic Agent
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Removable Handle Assembly
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,772 →
Publication:
US 2015/0164533
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,775 →
Publication:
US 2015/0164534
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,778 →
Publication:
US 2015/0164535
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,783 →
Publication:
US 2015/0164536
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,788 →
Publication:
US 2015/0164537
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Ultrasonic and Electrosurgical Devices
Application:
14/627,795 →
Publication:
US 2015/0157356
Electrosurgical Device Having Controllable Current Paths
Application:
14/664,421 →
Publication:
US 2016/0270842
Method of Operating an Articulating Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with End Effector Having Restricted Articulation
Rf Tissue Sealer with Mode Selection
Electrosurgical Device with Disposable Shaft Having Clamshell Coupling
Reciprocating Needle Drive Without Cables
Patent:
9,724,089 →
Application:
14/810,740 →
Surgical Staple Cartridge
Patent:
693,925 →
Application:
29/423,500 →
Handle for Surgical Instrument
Patent:
709,194 →
Application:
29/444,590 →
Torque Wrench for a Surgical Instrument
Patent:
735,855 →
Application:
29/467,313 →
Surgical Instrument
Patent:
724,732 →
Application:
29/467,319 →
Handpiece for Surgical Instrument
Patent:
763,442 →
Application:
29/472,719 →
Surgical Fastener
Patent:
775,336 →
Application:
29/477,488 →
Blade for Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument
Patent:
749,730 →
Application:
29/492,794 →
Trocar
Patent:
753,303 →
Application:
29/497,882 →
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Removable Handle Assembly
Application:
61/946,168 →
Method and Apparatus for Suprachoroidal Administration of Therapeutic Agent
Application:
62/104,295 →
Ultrasonic Surgical Instrument with Removable Handle Assembly
Application:
62/146,644 →
Ultrasonic Surgical Device with Articulating End Effector
Application:
62/176,880 →
Related Assignments
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Assignment of Assignor's Interest
Jul 1, 2013
From: DIETZ, TIMOTHY G.; MOOTOO, MARY E.; WITT, DAVID A.; HUANG, ZHIFAN F.
To: ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, INC.
Reel/Frame 030721/0325 →
Assignment of Assignor's Interest
Dec 5, 2015
From: ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, INC.
To: ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY, LLC
Reel/Frame 037219/0879 →
Assignment of Assignor's Interest
Apr 27, 2021
From: ETHICON LLC
To: CILAG GMBH INTERNATIONAL
Reel/Frame 056601/0339 →