Charles Patrick

US Patent:

20020137706, Sep 26, 2002

Filed:

Jul 20, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/910681

Inventors:

Gregory Evans - Tustin CA, US
Charles Patrick - Houston TX, US
Mathias Schmidt - Konstanz, DE
Zhen Fan - Houston TX, US

International Classification:

A61K048/00

US Classification:

514/044000, 424/093210

Abstract:

The present invention relates to compositions and methods for the stimulation of nerve cell growth and the regeneration of nerve tissue. Using engineered “helper” cells and nerve growth conduits, in vivo stimulation of nerve cell growth, for example, in damaged or diseased tissues, is achieved.

US Patent:

46341544, Jan 6, 1987

Filed:

Feb 6, 1985

Appl. No.:

6/698663

Inventors:

Vas D. Arora - Irvine CA
William A. Gill - El Toro CA
Charles L. Patrick - Stephenville TX

Assignee:

FMC Corporation - Chicago IL

International Classification:

F16L 1902

US Classification:

285353

Abstract:

A lightweight pup joint comprising a length of pipe with male and female union subs on the ends and having integral metallic fluid contacting components. The pipe is formed with a minimum wall thickness required for the intended pressure rating and includes a radially enlarged portion on one end to form a male sub. The other end of the pipe includes a small radial flange sized so a union nut can be moved over the flange. A split female sub is assembled over the flange and held together by a snap ring. An annular sealing member seals gaps between portions of the female sub, seals an interface between the flange and the female sub, and seals a gap between the flange and a male sub of an adjacent pipe. At least one ear on the pipe fits into a slot in the female sub to prevent rotation of the female sub when the union nut is threaded onto the female sub.