Advanced Bionics AG
745Patents
500Active
745Granted
59Portfolio score
Filing activity: Oct 7, 1994 → Feb 12, 2024 · 133 expiring within 5 years
Most-cited patents
| Patent | Title | Area | Cited by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US6516227B1 | Rechargeable spinal cord stimulator system | Human Necessities | 1,872 | Expired |
| US6582441B1 | Surgical insertion tool | Human Necessities | 1,737 | Expired |
| US6895280B2 | Rechargeable spinal cord stimulator system | Human Necessities | 981 | Expired |
| US6051017A | Implantable microstimulator and systems employing the same | Human Necessities | 813 | Expired |
| US6393325B1 | Directional programming for implantable electrode arrays | Human Necessities | 785 | Expired |
| US6381496B1 | Parameter context switching for an implanted device | Human Necessities | 740 | Expired |
| US6845267B2 | Systems and methods for modulation of circulatory perfusion by electrical and/or drug stimulation | Human Necessities | 731 | Expired |
| US6609032B1 | Fitting process for a neural stimulation system | Human Necessities | 722 | Expired |
| US6553263B1 | Implantable pulse generators using rechargeable zero-volt technology lithium-ion batteries | Human Necessities | 682 | Expired |
| US6067474A | Implantable device with improved battery recharging and powering configuration | Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies | 672 | Expired |
| US6181969A | Programmable current output stimulus stage for implantable device | Human Necessities | 670 | Expired |
| US6240316A | Implantable microstimulation system for treatment of sleep apnea | Human Necessities | 626 | Expired |
| US6735474B1 | Implantable stimulator system and method for treatment of incontinence and pain | Human Necessities | 606 | Expired |
| US6735475B1 | Fully implantable miniature neurostimulator for stimulation as a therapy for headache and/or facial pain | Human Necessities | 575 | Expired |
| US6622048B1 | Implantable device programmer | Human Necessities | 543 | Expired |
| US6871099B1 | Fully implantable microstimulator for spinal cord stimulation as a therapy for chronic pain | Human Necessities | 529 | Expired |
| US6741892B1 | Movable contact locking mechanism for spinal cord stimulator lead connector | Human Necessities | 504 | Expired |
| US5948006A | Transcutaneous transmission patch | Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies | 498 | Expired |
| US6993384B2 | Apparatus and method for determining the relative position and orientation of neurostimulation leads | Human Necessities | 455 | Expired |
| US6609029B1 | Clip lock mechanism for retaining lead | Human Necessities | 449 | Expired |
| US6052624A | Directional programming for implantable electrode arrays | Human Necessities | 431 | Expired |
| US7292890B2 | Vagus nerve stimulation via unidirectional propagation of action potentials | Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies | 425 | Expired |
| US6415187B1 | Implantable, expandable, multicontact electrodes and insertion needle for use therewith | Human Necessities | 420 | Expired |
| US7244150B1 | Connector and methods of fabrication | Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies | 418 | Expired |
| US6272382A | Fully implantable cochlear implant system | Human Necessities | 411 | Expired |
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Counts and citation impact are objective bibliographic measures.