Richard Alan Fine
Engineers at Eden Ln, Mercer Island, WA
License number
Colorado 14085
Issued Date
Jun 15, 1976
Renew Date
Dec 1, 2009
Expiration Date
Oct 31, 2013
Type
Professional Engineer
Address
Address
5 Eden Ln W, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Professional information
Charging Station For Cordless Ultrasound Cart
US Patent:
8398408, Mar 19, 2013
Filed:
Nov 11, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/616642
Inventors:
Joshua M. Hansen - Everett WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
SonoSite, Inc. - Bothell WA
International Classification:
H01R 33/00
US Classification:
439 34, 320109, 36167941
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a system and method which establishes physically fixed charger stations that work in conjunction with a medical cart, such as an ultrasound cart. The medial cart contains a power supply, such as a large battery, with the capacity to keep the system going for a full day's use. Each docking station provides a fixed location for one or more carts and allows each cart to plug directly into a source of premises power. The docking stations allow the plugged-in cart to recharge while the cart is not in use. In one embodiment, a large Class C battery capable of powering not only the medical device but its associated peripherals as well. Thus, when the cart is removed from the docking station and taken to a patient's location, the equipment on the cart can be operated without the need for plugging the cart into a wall outlet thereby eliminating the need for a long power cord. The fixed locations of the docking station also eliminates the need for hunting “misplaced” carts.
Easily Sanitized Control Device
US Patent:
8284015, Oct 9, 2012
Filed:
Sep 3, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/553859
Inventors:
Jerry J. Van Eyck - Mill Creek WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
International Classification:
H01C 10/16
US Classification:
338128, 335207
Abstract:
A smooth surface of a control device is achieved by positioning the actual control devices within a sealed housing and having the operator touchable knobs proximity connected to the control devices through the surface of the housing. In one embodiment, the proximity connection is a magnetic connection between the handle mechanism detachably positioned on the outside of the housing and traditional slider potentiometers mounted within the housing. In another embodiment, longitudinal proximity sensors within the housing are used to emulate the physical layout of the slider potentiometers and the movement of handle mechanisms outside the housing create the changing proximity under control of the operator. In all embodiments, the outside handle mechanism easily separates from the housing leaving a relatively smooth outer housing surface which can be easily sanitized. The removed handle mechanism allows for easy cleaning and sanitizing as well as for easy substitution.
Configurable Padding For Pets
US Patent:
2008017, Jul 24, 2008
Filed:
Jan 18, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/654574
Inventors:
Amy Martin - Seattle WA, US
Russell Borgmann - Bellevue WA, US
Paul Vincent - Snoqualmie WA, US
Michael Deilke - Langley WA, US
Alison Deilke - Langley WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Russell Borgmann - Bellevue WA, US
Paul Vincent - Snoqualmie WA, US
Michael Deilke - Langley WA, US
Alison Deilke - Langley WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
Hyperion Innovations, Inc. - Bellevue WA
International Classification:
A01K 1/035, H05B 1/00
US Classification:
219201, 119 285
Abstract:
A pet pad that can be configured to fit in a variety of different vehicle cargo spaces. The pet pad has a main portion and a plurality of extending portions coupled to the main portion. The extending portions have a first position in which they are drawn into the main portion and a second position in which the extending portions increase a surface area of the pet pad. The pet pad can include a heating and/or cooling device.
Optical Transmission Coupling
US Patent:
7883276, Feb 8, 2011
Filed:
Oct 14, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/251204
Inventors:
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Joseph E. Skidmore - Mountlake Terrace WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Joseph E. Skidmore - Mountlake Terrace WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
SonoSite, Inc. - Bothell WA
International Classification:
G02B 6/38, G02B 6/36
US Classification:
385 58, 385 53, 385 55, 385 60, 385 70
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to systems and methods that couple together optical devices in a manner that prevents damaging light from escaping the coupling except through the devices. In order to prevent damaging light from coming into contact with the user, the present invention obscures the source optical device by using at least one moveable gate to prevent damaging light from being transmitted outside of the coupling until such time as the target optical device is fully inserted into the coupling, thereby preventing light that could potentially damage a person from escaping the system except through the optical device.
Heated Clothing For Pets
US Patent:
2008006, Mar 20, 2008
Filed:
Jul 20, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/781060
Inventors:
Grigore Axinte - Bellevue WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Russell Borgmann - Bellevue WA, US
Amy Martin - Seattle WA, US
Michael Clarke - Seattle WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Russell Borgmann - Bellevue WA, US
Amy Martin - Seattle WA, US
Michael Clarke - Seattle WA, US
Assignee:
HYPERION INNOVATIONS, INC. - Bellevue WA
International Classification:
A01K 13/00
US Classification:
219211000, 119850000
Abstract:
A heated clothing item for a pet is provided that includes at least one heating element for heating the surface of the clothing contacting the pet wearing the clothing. The clothing can be heated evenly throughout the portions contacting the animal so that the animal is uniformly warmed. Alternatively, the heater element can be divided into multiple sections that can be selectively energized. Multiple sections can be useful to provide heat to only a selected area of an animal as when it has an arthritic hip or some other localized ailment.
Biological Assay Cassette And Method For Making Same
US Patent:
5171533, Dec 15, 1992
Filed:
Jul 31, 1989
Appl. No.:
7/387917
Inventors:
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA
John T. Kingsley - Kirkland WA
Gerald L. Klein - Orange CA
John T. Kingsley - Kirkland WA
Gerald L. Klein - Orange CA
International Classification:
B01D 2126
US Classification:
422 72
Abstract:
A modular reaction cassette has a fluid metering mechanism and valves for releasing fluid which are actuated by various centripetal acellerations generated in an automated patient analysis instrument having a variable speed rotor. Various geometries and sealant materials are used to select the rotational speed at which the sealant material yields to operate the metering device and release valves.
Medical Device Stand Docking Station
US Patent:
D625015, Oct 5, 2010
Filed:
Mar 12, 2010
Appl. No.:
29/357526
Inventors:
Joshua M. Hansen - Everett WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
SonoSite, Inc. - Bothell WA
International Classification:
2401
US Classification:
D24186
Medical Device Stand Docking Head
US Patent:
D625014, Oct 5, 2010
Filed:
Mar 12, 2010
Appl. No.:
29/357524
Inventors:
Joshua M. Hansen - Everett WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Daniel Davidson - Seattle WA, US
Richard A. Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
SonoSite, Inc. - Bothell WA
International Classification:
2401
US Classification:
D24186
Padding For Pets With Integrated Heating, Cooling, Or A Combination Of Heating And Cooling
US Patent:
2008002, Jan 31, 2008
Filed:
Feb 16, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/676227
Inventors:
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
Hyperion Innovations, Inc. - Bellevue WA
International Classification:
A01K 1/035
US Classification:
119028500
Abstract:
A portable heated or cooled pet bed, and methods and systems for using the same, are disclosed. According to various embodiments, the pet bed may be easily transportable between different locations (e.g., using a handle or by simply gripping one or more portions thereof), and are provided with cushion material to compensate for harsh (e.g., hard) resting or sleeping conditions that would otherwise be faced by a pet. According to various embodiments, the pet bed may include one or more heating and/or cooling elements such as a Peltier device.
Rhinestone Placement Device
US Patent:
2012007, Mar 29, 2012
Filed:
Sep 28, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/892910
Inventors:
Frank Schimicci - Lake Stevens WA, US
Tyler Panteleeff - Shoreline WA, US
Christopher Stone - Everett WA, US
Jacob Zeimantz - Seattle WA, US
Robert J. Stockman - Seattle WA, US
Kevin Reed - Woodinville WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Tyler Panteleeff - Shoreline WA, US
Christopher Stone - Everett WA, US
Jacob Zeimantz - Seattle WA, US
Robert J. Stockman - Seattle WA, US
Kevin Reed - Woodinville WA, US
Richard Fine - Mercer Island WA, US
Assignee:
IOLINE CORPORATION - Woodinville WA
International Classification:
B25J 15/06, B25J 11/00
US Classification:
414589, 294189, 414800
Abstract:
A rhinestone placement system and method provides a moving pickup head with self-contained vacuum supply for vacuum assisted pickup of rhinestones. The pickup head includes an adhesive property gasket portion that in cooperation with the vacuum supply temporarily holds a rhinestone for movement to a placement position.