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Maple Grove, MN, United States of America

Earle Timothy Roberts

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Implantable Medical Devices. Top assignees: Medtronic, Inc., Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.. Active years: 2001-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Earle Timothy Roberts. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/earle-timothy-roberts

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 86.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 723(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 8,966 
 
Medtronic, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 4,116 
 
Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Implantable Stimulation Node
Drug Delivery Programming
Medical Device Telemetry
Secure Communication
Proximity Signature
Dynamic Channel Selection
Antenna Selection
Firmware Storage
RF Telemetry
Medical Device Programming Safety
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12357810 - Implantable stimulation node configuration (2025-07-15),
2. 11357969 - Implantable stimulation node configuration (2022-06-14),
3. 10556060 - Drug delivery programming techniques (2020-02-11),
4. 9996669 - Intelligent discovery of medical devices by a programming system (2018-06-12),
5. 9814834 - Drug delivery programming techniques (2017-11-14),
6. 9401894 - Proximity signature for secure communication with implantable medical device (2016-07-26),
7. 8995949 - Proximity based selection of an implantable medical device for far field communication (2015-03-31),
8. 8868201 - Adaptively configuring the validation timeout of a session key used for securing communication with an implantable medical device (2014-10-21),
9. 8682437 - Proximity signature for secure communication with implantable medical device (2014-03-25),
10. 8649757 - Proximity based selection of an implantable medical device for far field communication (2014-02-11),
11. 8433420 - Implantable medical device telemetry with hop-on-error frequency hopping (2013-04-30),
12. 8301110 - Proximity based selection of an implantable medical device for far field communication (2012-10-30),
13. 8238975 - Method and apparatus for antenna selection in a diversity antenna system for communicating with implantable medical device (2012-08-07),
14. 8055350 - System and method for enabling communications with implantable medical devices (2011-11-08),
15. 8046079 - Implantable medical device telemetry with hop-on-error frequency hopping (2011-10-25),

Title: Earle Timothy Roberts: Innovator in Implantable Technology

Introduction

Earle Timothy Roberts is a notable inventor based in Maple Grove, MN, with an impressive portfolio of 21 patents. With a focus on implantable technologies, Roberts has made significant contributions to the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of stimulation and drug delivery systems.

Latest Patents

Roberts' latest innovations include a groundbreaking patent for an Implantable Stimulation Node Configuration. This patent details methods, systems, and devices for an implantable stimulation node that can store multiple stimulation profiles in memory. During the configuration phase, the node receives stimulation commands based on the stored profiles, enabling targeted treatment phases through precise stimulation delivery.

Another significant invention by Roberts is related to Drug Delivery Programming Techniques. This patent outlines devices and methods for programming drug delivery that account for the diffusion and mixing of drugs within a fluid. It allows for flexible programming options by determining delivery parameters such as volume and flow rate based on the characteristics of the mixture. This innovation plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate dosing to patients.

Career Highlights

Earle Timothy Roberts has worked with prestigious companies in the medical device sector, including Medtronic, Inc. and Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc. His work within these companies has allowed him to propel advancements in implantable medical technology, making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Roberts has collaborated with other talented professionals, notably Joseph E. Bange and Irfan Z. Ali. Their collective expertise has contributed to the successful development of various medical devices and patented technologies.

Conclusion

Earle Timothy Roberts stands out as an innovative inventor with a commendable record of patents in the field of implantable technologies. His work continues to influence the future of medical devices by enhancing the capabilities of stimulation and drug delivery systems, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes and experiences in healthcare.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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