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Coon Rapids, MN, United States of America

James F Kelley

This inventor holds 51 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Devices. Top assignees: Medtronic, Inc., 3Vo Medical, Inc., Medtronic Navigation, Inc.. Active years: 1989-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James F Kelley. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-f-kelley

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 51 

% Patents Active = 62.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 22

Forward Citations = 3,804(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 3,724(Dec 10, 2025)


Location History:

  • Poway, CA (US) (1989)
  • Santa Clara, CA (US) (1992)
  • Saint Paul, MN (US) (1993 - 1994)
  • Acworth, GA (US) (2008 - 2012)
  • Pineville, MO (US) (2015)
  • Coon Radips, MN (US) (2019)
  • Coon Rapids, MN (US) (1994 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal28 out of 8,950 
 
Medtronic, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 7 
 
3Vo Medical, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 369 
 
Medtronic Navigation, Inc.
 patents
4. 4 out of 13 
 
Newpace Ltd.
 patents
5. 3 out of 16,768 
 
At&t Intellectual Property I, LP
 patents
6. 1 out of 178 
 
At&t Delaware Intellectual Property Corporation, Inc.
 patents
7. 1 out of 54 
 
Eaglepicher Technologies, LLC
 patents
8. 1 out of 40 
 
Lake Region Manufacturing, Inc.
 patents
9. 2 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1989-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Intrauterine Catheters
Wireless Recharging
Cardiac Therapies
Flexible Implantable Devices
Medical Therapy Delivery
Guide Catheters
Shape Memory Alloys
Patient Tracking
Electrical Lead Placement
Navigation Systems
Force Sensors
Medical Device Components
51 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12310733 - Intrauterine access catheter for delivering and facilitating operation of a medical apparatus for assisting parturition (2025-05-27),
2. 11974849 - Intrauterine balloon apparatus, system, and method for augmenting uterine birthing forces during parturition (2024-05-07),
3. 11877850 - Intrauterine access catheter for delivering and facilitating operation of a medical apparatus for assisting parturition (2024-01-23),
4. 11666280 - Catheter having a fiber optic force sensor with a mirror having a patterned reflectance (2023-06-06),
5. 11065462 - Wireless recharging system and method for flexible implantable subcutaneous medical device (2021-07-20),
6. 10925501 - Intrauterine access catheter for delivering and facilitating operation of a medical apparatus for assisting parturition (2021-02-23),
7. 10856754 - Intrauterine balloon apparatus, system, and method for augmenting uterine birthing forces during parturition (2020-12-08),
8. 10434316 - Flexible rechargeable implantable subcutaneous medical device structure and method of assembly (2019-10-08),
9. 10328243 - System and method for positioning implantable medical devices within coronary veins (2019-06-25),
10. 10293174 - Wireless recharging system and method for flexible implantable subcutaneous medical device (2019-05-21),
11. 10206595 - Intrauterine balloon apparatus, system, and method for augmenting uterine birthing forces during parturition (2019-02-19),
12. 10105070 - Intrauterine access catheter for delivering and facilitating operation of a medical apparatus for assisting parturition (2018-10-23),
13. 9717922 - Wireless recharging system and method for flexible implantable subcutaneous medical device (2017-08-01),
14. 9656063 - Method and system for placement of electrical lead inside heart (2017-05-23),
15. 9579161 - Method and apparatus for tracking a patient (2017-02-28),

Title: The Innovative Journey of James F. Kelley

Introduction: James F. Kelley, a talented inventor hailing from Coon Rapids, MN, has made significant contributions to the world of innovation with his creative mind and passion for problem-solving.

Latest Patents: James F. Kelley holds several patents in various fields, including technology, healthcare, and consumer products. His most recent patent involves a groundbreaking design for a sustainable packaging solution that aims to reduce environmental impact.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, James F. Kelley has worked with leading companies to bring his innovative ideas to life. He has a proven track record of turning concepts into successful products that have improved the lives of many.

Collaborations: James F. Kelley has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and designers to enhance the impact of his inventions. His ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams has been instrumental in the success of his projects.

Conclusion: James F. Kelley's relentless pursuit of innovation and his dedication to creating meaningful change through his inventions make him a true pioneer in the field. His work continues to inspire aspiring inventors worldwide.

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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