WILLIAM CASEY FOX
Pilots in Lake Hills, TX
License number
Texas A2944947
Issued Date
Jan 2016
Expiration Date
Jan 2018
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
PO Box 63389, Lake Hills, TX 78063
Professional information
System And Method For Force, Displacement, And Rate Control Of Shaped Memory Material Implants
US Patent:
7240677, Jul 10, 2007
Filed:
Feb 3, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/356830
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
A61B 17/88
US Classification:
128897, 606 54, 606 75, 606 78
Abstract:
Controlling the transformation of the microstructure of shape memory material implants. A surgeon can use the inventive energy delivery device to control the rate of implant shape change, the extent of implant shape change, as well as the force exerted on the surrounding tissue. The invention allows for the fine control of force when fixating osteoporotic bone and rate of bone transport. This system models or measures the heating profile of the implant and provides the surgeon a method to control the extent of microstructure phase transformation so that the rate, force or extent of tissue movement can be controlled individually or together.
Bone Staple, Instrument And Method Of Use And Manufacturing
US Patent:
2013003, Jan 31, 2013
Filed:
Jul 27, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/192162
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/84
US Classification:
606 75
Abstract:
A new shape changing staple and instrument for the fixation of structures to include bone tissue and industrial materials. This new staple stores elastic mechanical energy to exert force on fixated structures to enhance their security and in bone affect its healing response. This staple once placed changes shape in response to geometric changes in the materials structure, including healing bone tissue. The staple is advanced over prior staples due to its: 1) method of operation, 2) high strength, 3) method of insertion, 4) compressive force temperature independence, 5) energy storing staple retention and delivery system, 6) compatibility with reusable or single use product configuration, 7) efficient and cost effective manufacturing methods, and 8) reduction in the steps required to place the device. In addition to the staple's industrial application an embodiment for use in the fixation of the musculoskeletal system is shown with staple, cartridge, and extrusion handle.
Materials Collection System And Uses Thereof
US Patent:
6071284, Jun 6, 2000
Filed:
Feb 11, 1997
Appl. No.:
8/799122
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
A61B 1716
US Classification:
606 80
Abstract:
The present invention relates to instrumentation and uses thereof for collection of cuttings from cutting tools. Cuttings may be from precious metals, toxic or hazardous substances, or from living tissue such as bone. In a particular embodiment of collecting bone cuttings, the present invention includes instrumentation used with a drill bit so that bone cuttings (195) are aseptically collected in a collection chamber (110) for subsequent transplantation purposes. When in use, marrow and bone cuttings (195) are drawn into the flutes (170) of a drill bit (150), carried up the bore of the instrument tip (100) and collect in the collection chamber (110). The flutes of the drill bit (150) can be cleared of residual tissue through the use of a rotating flute wiper (160) that rotates with the drill bit (150) when drilling or when the drill bit (150) is withdrawn from the instrument. In this embodiment, use of the device allows collection of vital bone tissue for reconstruction of bone defects, fractures, or fixation of orthopaedic or dental implants that contact bone.
Materials Collection System And Uses Thereof
US Patent:
6325806, Dec 4, 2001
Filed:
Jan 31, 2000
Appl. No.:
9/494872
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
A61B 1716
US Classification:
606 80
Abstract:
The present invention relates to instrumentation and uses thereof for collection of cuttings from cutting tools. Cuttings may be from precious metals, toxic or hazardous substances, or from living tissue such as bone. In a particular embodiment of collecting bone cuttings, the present invention includes instrumentation used with a drill bit so that bone cuttings (195) are aseptically collected in a collection chamber (110) for subsequent transplantation purposes. When in use, marrow and bone cuttings (195) are drawn into the flutes (170) of a drill bit (150), carried up the bore of the instrument tip (100) and collect in the collection chamber (110). The flutes of the drill bit (150) can be cleared of residual tissue through the use of a rotating flute wiper (160) that rotates with the drill bit (150) when drilling or when the drill bit (150) is withdrawn from the instrument. In this embodiment, use of the device allows collection of vital bone tissue for reconstruction of bone defects, fractures, or fixation of orthopedic or dental implants that contact bone.
Bone Staple, Instrument And Method Of Use And Manufacturing
US Patent:
2013003, Jan 31, 2013
Filed:
Jul 27, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/192186
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/84, B23P 17/00, B21G 7/02
US Classification:
606 75, 59 77, 29452
Abstract:
A new shape changing staple and instrument for the fixation of structures to include bone tissue and industrial materials. This new staple stores elastic mechanical energy to exert force on fixated structures to enhance their security and in bone affect its healing response. This staple once placed changes shape in response to geometric changes in the materials structure, including healing bone tissue. The staple is advanced over prior staples due to its: 1) method of operation, 2) high strength, 3) method of insertion, 4) compressive force temperature independence, 5) energy storing staple retention and delivery system, 6) compatibility with reusable or single use product configuration, 7) efficient and cost effective manufacturing methods, and 8) reduction in the steps required to place the device. In addition to the staple's industrial application an embodiment for use in the fixation of the musculoskeletal system is shown with staple, cartridge, and extrusion handle.
System And Method For Force, Displacement, And Rate Control Of Shaped Memory Material Implants
US Patent:
2007026, Nov 15, 2007
Filed:
May 17, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/804294
Inventors:
William Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/72
US Classification:
606078000
Abstract:
An energy delivery device controls the transformation of the microstructure of shape memory material. A surgeon can use the energy delivery device to control the rate of implant shape change, the extent of implant shape change, as well as the force exerted on the surrounding tissue. The energy delivery device allows for the fine control of force when fixating osteoporotic bone and rate of bone transport when working near the spinal cord. The energy delivery device models or measures the heating profile of the implant and provides the surgeon a method to control the extent of microstructure phase transformation so that the rate, force or extent of implant shape change can be controlled individually or together. The invention is an implant controlled with an energy delivery device that transforms the microstructure of a shape memory material through heat generation in the implant. The implant is manufactured so that the energy delivery device achieves an implant temperature that controls the conversion of the microstructure for one of a plurality of members.
Method And Apparatus For A Multiple Transition Temperature Implant
US Patent:
2010006, Mar 11, 2010
Filed:
Sep 9, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/283074
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
David Joseph Pancratz - Helotes TX, US
David Joseph Pancratz - Helotes TX, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/56, A61B 17/08, A61B 17/04
US Classification:
606 75, 606151, 606331
Abstract:
A shape-memory device manufactured from shape memory material includes multiple activation temperatures. The multiple activation temperatures arise from either the heat treatment of the device during manufacturing, or by combining different elements with different activation temperatures. To manufacture a shape-memory device with multiple activation temperatures, it is formed into a first shape. A first portion of the shape-memory device is heated to a first temperature, and a second portion of the shape-memory device is heated to a second temperature. The shape-memory device is then worked into a second shape. Accordingly, the first portion has a first transition temperature, and the second portion has a second transition temperature. In use, the shape-memory device is placed into a desired position. Energy is applied such that the first portion, second portion, or both portions are transformed.
Implant And Insert Assembly For Bone And Uses Thereof
US Patent:
6018094, Jan 25, 2000
Filed:
Sep 30, 1997
Appl. No.:
8/939983
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
A61F 202
US Classification:
623 11
Abstract:
An implant port for repeated access to the medullary portion of bone is provided. The implant port includes an access port fittable into a surgically constructed bone orifice and an insert means that seals and fills the port volume. A penetrable insert means allows repeated access within bone using sharp surgical instruments; while an adapter means allows guided placement of a surgical instrument, such as a catheter, optical device, or rotating cutter. Skeletal surgery from the inside of bone is contemplated using the implant port provided.
Fasteners Having Coordinated Self-Seeking Conforming Members And Uses Thereof
US Patent:
6287310, Sep 11, 2001
Filed:
Mar 11, 1999
Appl. No.:
9/266287
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
A61B 1768
US Classification:
606 63
Abstract:
Fasteners having coordinated self-seeking conforming members for implanting into a cavity such as a hole, tube, or hard tissue defect are provided. An actuator mechanism translates applied force to conform members of a plurality of members to the cavity. The fasteners may be used for implanting a prosthetic device into hard tissue of humans or animals, for anchoring a device while the device is being worked on, or for centering a device in a hole or tube, such as in well technology. The mechanism operates expanding members so that they independently or dependently conform and apply a controlled and known pressure to surrounding materials.
Spine Staple
US Patent:
D574498, Aug 5, 2008
Filed:
Jun 28, 2007
Appl. No.:
29/288963
Inventors:
William Casey Fox - Pipe Creek TX, US
Daniel F. Cheney - San Antonio TX, US
Daniel F. Cheney - San Antonio TX, US
Assignee:
BioMedical Enterprises, Inc. - San Antonio TX
International Classification:
2404
US Classification:
D24171