Patents 5517131 - 5517385

 

 

Patent 5517131: TTL input buffer with on-chip reference bias regulator and decoupling capacitor
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : SIGNAL SENSITIVITY OR TRANSMISSION INTEGRITY : Signal level or switching threshold stabilization : With field effect-transistor : With clocking)

Patent 5517132: Logic synthesis method and semiconductor integrated circuit
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : MULTIFUNCTIONAL OR PROGRAMMABLE (E.G., UNIVERSAL, ETC.) : Array (e.g., PLA, PAL, PLD, etc.) : Significant integrated structure, layout, or layout interconnections : With clocking)

Patent 5517133: Multiple-input OR-gate employing a sense amplifier
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : FUNCTION OF AND, OR, NAND, NOR, OR NOT : Field-effect transistor (e.g., JFET, etc.) : MOSFET (i.e., metal-oxide semiconductor field-effect transistor) : CMOS : Having plural output pull-up or pull-down transistors)

Patent 5517134: Offset comparator with common mode voltage stability
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC SIGNAL DISCRIMINATING (E.G., COMPARING, SELECTING, ETC.) WITHOUT SUBSEQUENT CONTROL : By amplitude : Comparison between plural varying inputs : Differential input : With reference signal)

Patent 5517135: Bidirectional tristate buffer with default input
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : INTERFACE (E.G., CURRENT DRIVE, LEVEL SHIFT, ETC.) : Current driving (e.g., fan in/out, off chip driving, etc.) : Field-effect transistor : Bus driving : Having plural output pull-up or pull-down transistors)

Patent 5517136: Opportunistic time-borrowing domino logic
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : CLOCKING OR SYNCHRONIZING OF LOGIC STAGES OR GATES : Current driving (e.g., fan in/out, off chip driving, etc.))

Patent 5517137: Synchronous self-timed clock pulse circuit having improved power-up performance
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : CLOCKING OR SYNCHRONIZING OF LOGIC STAGES OR GATES : Current driving (e.g., fan in/out, off chip driving, etc.))

Patent 5517138: Dual row selection using multiplexed tri-level decoder
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : FUNCTION OF AND, OR, NAND, NOR, OR NOT : Decoding : Complementary FET`s)

Patent 5517139: Non-linear circuit and chaotic neuron circuit using the same
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC SIGNAL DISCRIMINATING (E.G., COMPARING, SELECTING, ETC.) WITHOUT SUBSEQUENT CONTROL : By amplitude : Including details of sampling or holding : Sample and hold : With transistor)

Patent 5517140: Sample and hold circuit
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC SIGNAL DISCRIMINATING (E.G., COMPARING, SELECTING, ETC.) WITHOUT SUBSEQUENT CONTROL : By amplitude : Including details of sampling or holding : Sample and hold : Having feedback : Cross-coupled)

Patent 5517141: Differential high speed track and hold amplifier
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC SIGNAL DISCRIMINATING (E.G., COMPARING, SELECTING, ETC.) WITHOUT SUBSEQUENT CONTROL : By amplitude : Including details of sampling or holding : Sample and hold : With differential amplifier : Cross-coupled)

Patent 5517142: Output buffer with a reduced transient bouncing phenomenon
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Current driver : Having digital device (e.g., logic gate, flip-flop, etc.))

Patent 5517143: Current mirror circuits and methods with guaranteed off state and amplifier circuits using same
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Current driver : Having digital device (e.g., logic gate, flip-flop, etc.))

Patent 5517144: Power-on reset circuit
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Particular stable state circuit (e.g., tristable, etc.) : Initializing, resetting, or protecting a steady state condition : Four or more layer device, (e.g., trigistor, etc.))

Patent 5517145: CMOS toggle flip-flop using adiabatic switching
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Particular stable state circuit (e.g., tristable, etc.) : Circuit having only two stable states (i.e., bistable) : Dynamic bistable : Complementary clock inputs : With digital element)

Patent 5517146: Write precompensation circuit for compensating nonlinear magnetic effects in a recording channel
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Having specific delay in producing output waveform : Single output with variable or selectable delay : Having specific active circuit element or structure(e.g., FET, complementary transistors, etc.))

Patent 5517147: Multiple-phase clock signal generator for integrated circuits, comprising PLL, counter, and logic circuits
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Clock or pulse waveform generating : Plural outputs : With common output)

Patent 5517148: Low current differential level shifter
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SIGNAL CONVERTING, SHAPING, OR GENERATING : Amplitude control : Interstage coupling (e.g., level shift, etc.) : With feedback)

Patent 5517149: Gain linearity correction circuit for MOS circuits
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC INPUT TO OUTPUT FUNCTION : Having feedback : Summing)

Patent 5517150: Analog switch formed of thin film transistor and having reduced leakage current
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : GATING (I.E., SWITCHING INPUT TO OUTPUT) : Utilizing three or more electrode solid-state device : Field-effect transistor : Plural)

Patent 5517151: Intensity controlling circuit having fuses and EPROMs for LED-array head
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : EXTERNAL EFFECT : Light : With compensation for temperature fluctuations)

Patent 5517152: Current source circuit and operating method thereof
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC IDENTIFIABLE DEVICE, CIRCUIT, OR SYSTEM : With specific source of supply or bias voltage : Impact ionization)

Patent 5517153: Power supply isolation and switching circuit
(MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVE ELECTRICAL NONLINEAR DEVICES, CIRCUITS, AND SYSTEMS : SPECIFIC IDENTIFIABLE DEVICE, CIRCUIT, OR SYSTEM : With specific source of supply or bias voltage : Including signal protection or bias preservation : With field-effect transistor : With field-effect transistor)

Patent 5517154: Split-path linear isolation circuit apparatus and method
(AMPLIFIERS : HAVING LIGHT-CONTROLLED OR ACTIVATED DEVICE (I.E., NOT LIGHT SIGNAL) : Artificial line)

Patent 5517155: Phase locked loop having digitally controlled oscillator and pulse signal generator
(OSCILLATORS : AUTOMATIC FREQUENCY STABILIZATION USING A PHASE OR FREQUENCY SENSING MEANS : AFC with logic elements : Reactance device (e.g., variable capacitors, saturable inductors, reactance tubes, etc.))

Patent 5517156: Digital phase shifter
(OSCILLATORS : AUTOMATIC FREQUENCY STABILIZATION USING A PHASE OR FREQUENCY SENSING MEANS : Tuning compensation : Motor control of oscillator)

Patent 5517157: Evanescent-field interrogator for atomic frequency standards
(OSCILLATORS : MOLECULAR OR PARTICLE RESONANT TYPE (E.G., MASER) :)

Patent 5517158: Self-timed oscillator circuit including starting and stopping circuitry
(OSCILLATORS : SOLID STATE ACTIVE ELEMENT OSCILLATOR : Transistors : L-C type : Field-effect transistor active element : Converter using silicon control rectifiers)

Patent 5517159: Frequency modulating system including feedback clamping circuit
(MODULATORS : FREQUENCY MODULATOR : Including stabilization or alternatively distortion, noise or other interference prevention, reduction, or compensation : Automatic frequency stabilization or control : Phase or frequency locked loop :)

Patent 5517161: Yig component
(WAVE TRANSMISSION LINES AND NETWORKS : COUPLING NETWORKS : Wave filters including long line elements : Magnetostrictive wave transmission path)

Patent 5517162: Dielectric resonator including a plurality of solder bumps and method of mounting dielectric resonator
(WAVE TRANSMISSION LINES AND NETWORKS : RESONATORS (DISTRIBUTED PARAMETER TYPE) : Coaxial or shielded : With tuning)

Patent 5517163: Dielectric coaxial resonator
(WAVE TRANSMISSION LINES AND NETWORKS : RESONATORS (DISTRIBUTED PARAMETER TYPE) : Coaxial or shielded : With tuning)

Patent 5517164: Molded case circuit breaker having movable contact finger releasably locked to an operating mechanism
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES : Automatic circuit-interrupting devices (e.g., circuit-protective devices) : With contact biasing, holding or pressure control means : Magnetic or electrodynamic (e.g., blowon or blowoff) :)

Patent 5517165: Switch mechanism
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES : Automatic circuit-interrupting devices (e.g., circuit-protective devices) : Responsive to predetermined or abnormal current condition (e.g., direction, phase angle or amplitude) : Magnetic or electrodynamic (e.g., blowon or blowoff))

Patent 5517166: Mercury wetted switch
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES : Utilizing conductive liquid (e.g., mercury) : Contact or electrode structure : Mercury or mercury wetted : Piston or plunger)

Patent 5517167: Magnetic coil, magnetic contactor using magnetic coil, and magnetic coil manufacturing method
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES : Multiple contact type : With adjustable, replaceable or interchangeable structural features : By reciprocating armature)

Patent 5517168: Superconducting magnet with magnetic shielding
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : MAGNETS AND ELECTROMAGNETS : Magnet structure or material : With electric- or magnetic-shielding means : With cooling means)

Patent 5517169: Superconducting magnet with magnetic shielding
(ELECTRICITY: MAGNETICALLY OPERATED SWITCHES, MAGNETS, AND ELECTROMAGNETS : MAGNETS AND ELECTROMAGNETS : Magnet structure or material : With electric- or magnetic-shielding means : With cooling means)

Patent 5517170: Multilayer thin film hall effect device
(ELECTRICAL RESISTORS : RESISTANCE VALUE RESPONSIVE TO A CONDITION : Magnetic field or compass (e.g., Hall effect type) : Hall effect : Terminal forms casing or housing)

Patent 5517171: High-voltage electronic component
(ELECTRICAL RESISTORS : MECHANICALLY VARIABLE (E.G., RHEOSTAT) : Movable contact electrically adjustable over length of resistance element : Pile type)

Patent 5517172: Method and apparatus for powering and signaling over a single wire pair
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SYSTEMS : Signal over power line : Separate diverse device deactivated by timer)

Patent 5517173: Apparatus generating noise sound for electric car
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : AUDIBLE INDICATION : Pneumatic-type sound producer (e.g., whistle or siren) : Housing or mounting)

Patent 5517174: Water alarm and method of using same
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : LAND VEHICLE ALARMS OR INDICATORS : For trailer : Including keyless entry)

Patent 5517175: Potential adjusting sensor supervision circuit
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : With particular system function (e.g., temperature compensation, calibration) : Alarm system supervision : Threshold or window (e.g., of analog electrical level) : Vertical axis)

Patent 5517176: Emergency exit bar with dual sensors
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Intrusion detection : Lock : Dosimeter)

Patent 5517177: Portable security device
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Article placement or removal (e.g., anti-theft) : Alarm on protected article : Specified connector (e.g., phone jack-type plug))

Patent 5517178: Anti-theft package
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Article placement or removal (e.g., anti-theft) : Detectable device on protected article (e.g., "tag") : Specified device housing or attachment means : Having means locking device to article : Laser)

Patent 5517179: Signal-powered frequency-dividing transponder
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Article placement or removal (e.g., anti-theft) : Detectable device on protected article (e.g., "tag") : Specified relationship between field and detection frequencies (e.g., nth order harmonics) : Fence)

Patent 5517180: Personal protection device
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Human or animal : Detectable device on protected article (e.g., "tag"))

Patent 5517181: Hazardous fluid leak detector
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Fluent material : Leakage : Bridge circuit)

Patent 5517182: Method for CO detection and its apparatus
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Fluent material : Gas : Semiconductor detector : Photoelectric)

Patent 5517183: Accelerometer method and apparatus for integral display and control functions
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONDITION RESPONSIVE INDICATING SYSTEM : Specific condition : Acceleration : Tension)

Patent 5517184: Electronic combination lock with high security features
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Intelligence comparison for controlling : Authorization control (e.g., entry into an area) : Timed access blocking : Rule based input)

Patent 5517185: Building communication and control system
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Intelligence comparison for controlling : Authorization control (e.g., entry into an area) : Having indication of improper access : Including link to remote indicator : Programming of coded record)

Patent 5517186: EPROM-based crossbar switch with zero standby power
(ELECTRONIC DIGITAL LOGIC CIRCUITRY : MULTIFUNCTIONAL OR PROGRAMMABLE (E.G., UNIVERSAL, ETC.) : Array (e.g., PLA, PAL, PLD, etc.) : With field effect-transistor)

Patent 5517187: Microchips and remote control devices comprising same
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Intelligence comparison for controlling : Authorization control (e.g., entry into an area) : Varying authorization : Code rotating or scrambling : Programming of coded record)

Patent 5517188: Programmable identification apparatus and method therefor
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Interrogation response : Additional control : Programming (e.g., read/write) : ID code : Including graphics)

Patent 5517189: Closure system with adjustable sensitivity
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Intelligence comparison for controlling : Authorization control (e.g., entry into an area) : Coded record input (e.g., IC card or key) : Wireless transmitter : Including timing means (e.g., clock))

Patent 5517190: Physical measurement from changes in reactance
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE INDICATING (E.G., TELEMETERING) : Using a particular modulation (e.g., phase, frequency, or amplitude) : Temperature)

Patent 5517191: Digitally controlled calibration circuit for a DAC
(CODED DATA GENERATION OR CONVERSION : CONVERTER COMPENSATION : Synchro or resolver signal)

Patent 5517192: High resolution gain response correction circuit
(CODED DATA GENERATION OR CONVERSION : ANALOG TO OR FROM DIGITAL CONVERSION : Nonlinear : Automatic control for increasing converter range (e.g., gain ranging, automatic gain control) : With rollover feature (i.e., antidoublestrike))

Patent 5517193: Meteorological workstation
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : RADAR FOR METEOROLOGICAL USE (EPO) : Mapping or imaging using synthetic aperture radar (EPO))

Patent 5517194: Passive RF transponder and method
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Interrogation response : Interrogation signal detail : Power up : Audible)

Patent 5517195: Dual frequency EAS tag with deactivation coil
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : RADAR TRANSPONDER SYSTEM : Radar transponder only : Distance measuring equipment (DME))

Patent 5517196: Smart blind spot sensor with object ranging
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : RETURN SIGNAL CONTROLS EXTERNAL DEVICE : Radar mounted on and controls land vehicle : With terrain avoidance or alarm)

Patent 5517197: Modular radar architecture film (FM/CW or pulse) for automobile collision avoidance applications
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : RETURN SIGNAL CONTROLS EXTERNAL DEVICE : Radar mounted on and controls land vehicle : With terrain avoidance or alarm)

Patent 5517198: Ultra-wideband directional sampler
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : RETURN SIGNAL CONTROLS RADAR SYSTEM : Receiver : Transmission timing (e.g., ring around))

Patent 5517199: Emergency locator device
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : DIRECTIVE : Including a satellite : With position indicating : Using Global Positioning Satellite (GPS or Glonass) : With transmission of location-indicative information to or from a remote station :)

Patent 5517200: Method for detecting and assessing severity of coordinated failures in phased array antennas
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : DIRECTIVE : Including antenna pattern plotting : With satellite signal correction)

Patent 5517201: Game alert system
(COMMUNICATIONS: DIRECTIVE RADIO WAVE SYSTEMS AND DEVICES (E.G., RADAR, RADIO NAVIGATION) : DIRECTIVE : Beacon or receiver : Direction-finding receiver only : Fixed course or bearing indicating)

Patent 5517202: Minimal washover, inline high frequency buoyant antenna
(COMMUNICATIONS: RADIO WAVE ANTENNAS : ANTENNAS : Waterborne (e.g., buoyant or with watercraft) : Aircraft part of active antenna or vice versa)

Patent 5517203: Dielectric resonator filter with coupling ring and antenna system formed therefrom
(COMMUNICATIONS: RADIO WAVE ANTENNAS : ANTENNAS : With polarization filter or converter : With reflector)

Patent 5517204: Antenna directing apparatus
(COMMUNICATIONS: RADIO WAVE ANTENNAS : ANTENNAS : With means for moving directive antenna for scanning, sweeping or orienting : Rotary or rotary oscillatory motion : In different planes :)

Patent 5517205: Two axis mount pointing apparatus
(COMMUNICATIONS: RADIO WAVE ANTENNAS : ANTENNAS : With means for moving directive antenna for scanning, sweeping or orienting : Rotary or rotary oscillatory motion : In different planes :)

Patent 5517206: Broad band antenna structure
(COMMUNICATIONS: RADIO WAVE ANTENNAS : ANTENNAS : Balanced doublet - centerfed (e.g., dipole) : Bent arms (e.g., zigzag type) : Multiple conductor type)

Patent 5517207: Method and a system for driving a display panel of matrix type
(COMPUTER GRAPHICS PROCESSING AND SELECTIVE VISUAL DISPLAY SYSTEMS : PLURAL PHYSICAL DISPLAY ELEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM (E.G., NON-CRT) : Display elements arranged in matrix (e.g., rows and columns) : Electroluminescent : Having compensating pulse : Resistor-diode arrangement)

Patent 5517208: Liquid crystal apparatus
(COMPUTER GRAPHICS PROCESSING AND SELECTIVE VISUAL DISPLAY SYSTEMS : PLURAL PHYSICAL DISPLAY ELEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM (E.G., NON-CRT) : Display elements arranged in matrix (e.g., rows and columns) : Light-controlling display elements : Liquid crystal display elements (LCD) : Resistor-diode arrangement)

Patent 5517209: Windowing system with independent windows of arbitrary resolution for display on multiple devices of arbitrary resolution
(DATA PROCESSING: PRESENTATION PROCESSING OF DOCUMENT, OPERATOR INTERFACE PROCESSING, AND SCREEN SAVER DISPLAY PROCESSING : OPERATOR INTERFACE (E.G., GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE) : On-screen workspace or object : Window or viewpoint : Layout modification (e.g., move or resize) : Scroll tool (e.g., scroll bar))

Patent 5517210: Multi-scan type display system with pointer function
(COMPUTER GRAPHICS PROCESSING AND SELECTIVE VISUAL DISPLAY SYSTEMS : DISPLAY PERIPHERAL INTERFACE INPUT DEVICE : Cursor mark position control device : Temporal interpolation or processing)

Patent 5517211: Optical signal detector for an electro-optical mouse
(COMPUTER GRAPHICS PROCESSING AND SELECTIVE VISUAL DISPLAY SYSTEMS : DISPLAY PERIPHERAL INTERFACE INPUT DEVICE : Cursor mark position control device : Mouse : Optical detector : Photosensor encoder)

Patent 5517212: Contrast adjustment circuit for liquid crystal display
(COMPUTER GRAPHICS PROCESSING AND SELECTIVE VISUAL DISPLAY SYSTEMS : DISPLAY DRIVING CONTROL CIRCUITRY : Display power source : Having three or more voltage levels)

Patent 5517213: Process for fast blind equalization of an adaptive equalizer
(PULSE OR DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS : EQUALIZERS : Automatic : Adaptive : Matched-filter-type receiver)

Patent 5517214: Ink jet image drier
(RECORDERS : COMBINED WITH OTHER NON-RECORDING DEVICES : Speed indicator or alarm)

Patent 5517215: Multiple resolution flying spot raster scanner with rotatable aperture
(RECORDERS : PRINTING, DOTTING, OR PUNCHING MARKER : Rolling serrated or toothed punching marker : Register character advancing or resetting mechanism)

Patent 5517216: Ink jet printer employing time of flight control system for ink jet printers
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Controller : Of fluid (e.g., ink flow rate, viscosity, etc.) :)

Patent 5517217: Apparatus for enhancing ink-flow reliability in a thermal-inkjet pen; method for priming and using such a pen
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : Responsive to condition : Full-line array)

Patent 5517218: Ink printer with a cleaning and sealing station
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : For color : Full-line array)

Patent 5517219: Ink jet recording apparatus having an improved capping mechanism
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : For color : Full-line array)

Patent 5517220: Rounded capillary vent system for ink-jet printers
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : Nozzle cap, cover, or protection : Full-line array)

Patent 5517221: Spittoon absorber wetting agent
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : Nozzle cap, cover, or protection : Absorber :)

Patent 5517222: Ink jet recording apparatus having rotary drum with ink receptor
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : Purging without a cap : Movement)

Patent 5517223: Inkjet printing method and apparatus
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With means to scan fluid ejector relative to the receiving medium : With rotary motion : Movement)

Patent 5517224: Semiconductor device for driving heat generator
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With thermal force ejection : Drive signal application : Wiring : Integrated :)

Patent 5517225: Ink jet recording head
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With piezoelectric force ejection : Layers, plates : Flow path)

Patent 5517226: Recording apparatus with shiftable conveying system
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Medium and processing means : Physical handling : Ink)

Patent 5517227: Image forming apparatus for automatically setting image formation conditions
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : ELECTRIC MARKING APPARATUS OR PROCESSES : Electrostatic : Photo scanning : Dot density or dot size control (e.g., halftone) : Laminated head including charged particle generation layer)

Patent 5517228: Apparatus for displaying a recording medium sheet and printing an image thereon
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : THERMAL MARKING APPARATUS OR PROCESSES : By electrochemical)

Patent 5517229: Configuration for ETR print head triggering
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : THERMAL MARKING APPARATUS OR PROCESSES : Having driving circuitry for recording means : Specific conductor means (e.g., electrode, conducting pattern, etc.))

Patent 5517230: Control system for a variable-resolution raster output scanner
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : LIGHT OR BEAM MARKING APPARATUS OR PROCESSES : Scan of light : Plural beam scan : Scan synchronization (e.g., start-of-scan, end-of-scan) : Including switching means)

Patent 5517231: Apparatus and method for increasing the productivity of a thermal printing apparatus for the production of finely detailed images of
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : LIGHT OR BEAM MARKING APPARATUS OR PROCESSES : Scan of light : Tone marking : By adjusting pulse width of light beam : Specific lens)

Patent 5517232: Cable television distribution network with video-on-demand transmission
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : USER-REQUESTED VIDEO PROGRAM SYSTEM : Video-on-demand : Transmission network : Control process)

Patent 5517234: Automatic optical inspection system having a weighted transition database
(TELEVISION : SPECIAL APPLICATIONS : Flaw detector : Of electronic circuit chip or board : Farm vehicle)

Patent 5517235: Method and apparatus for inspecting printed circuit boards at different magnifications
(TELEVISION : SPECIAL APPLICATIONS : Flaw detector : Of electronic circuit chip or board : Farm vehicle)

Patent 5517236: Video surveillance system
(TELEVISION : SPECIAL APPLICATIONS : Observation of or from a specific location (e.g., surveillance) : With camera and object moved relative to each other)

Patent 5517237: Video photometric color system for processing color specific streams
(TELEVISION : MONITORING, TESTING, OR MEASURING : Testing of image reproducer : Using test chart)

Patent 5517238: Camera with image stabilization controlled by focus detection
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Camera image stabilization : Combined with other camera operations (e.g., autofocus or autoexposure details) : Mechanical)

Patent 5517239: Horizontal line interpolation circuit and image pickup apparatus including it
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Combined image signal generator and general image signal processing : Exposure control)

Patent 5517240: Image pickup apparatus including matrix computing process which uses coefficients from image pick-up output of solid state imager to
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Combined image signal generator and general image signal processing : Color balance (e.g., white balance) : Video teleconferencing (including access or authorization))

Patent 5517241: EEPROM memory card for an electronic still camera
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Combined image signal generator and general image signal processing : With details of static memory for output image (e.g., for a still camera) : Detachable : Processing or camera details)

Patent 5517242: Image sensing device having expanded dynamic range
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Combined image signal generator and general image signal processing : Gray scale transformation (e.g., gamma correction) : Color TV)

Patent 5517243: Image sensing apparatus with control of charge storage time
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Solid-state image sensor : Electronic shuttering : Frequency separable signals)

Patent 5517244: Charge-coupled imaging device camera provided with such an imaging device
(TELEVISION : CAMERA, SYSTEM AND DETAIL : Solid-state image sensor : X - Y architecture : With interlacing : With overflow gate or drain)

Patent 5517245: High efficiency encoding and/or decoding apparatus
(TELEVISION : BANDWIDTH REDUCTION SYSTEM : Data rate reduction : Specified color signal : Sub-Nyquist sampling : Rotary)

Patent 5517246: Image processing apparatus and method, and system thereof
(TELEVISION : BANDWIDTH REDUCTION SYSTEM : Data rate reduction : Involving difference transmission (e.g., predictive) : Plural predictors : Including temporal predictor (e.g., frame difference) : Contrast)

Patent 5517247: Method and apparatus for converting a video input signal of progressive scan form to an interlaced video output signal of doubled field rate
(TELEVISION : FORMAT CONVERSION : Line doublers type (e.g., interlace to progressive IDTV type) : Specified chrominance signal)

Patent 5517248: Frame-frequency converting apparatus for a video signal resulting from 2-3 conversion of original picture information
(TELEVISION : FORMAT CONVERSION : Changing number of fields for standard conversion : Frequency change of subcarrier)

Patent 5517249: Auxiliary video data slicer with adaptive slicing level capability
(TELEVISION : NONPICTORIAL DATA PACKET IN TELEVISION FORMAT : Data separation or detection : Frequency change of subcarrier)

Patent 5517250: Acquisition of desired data from a packetized data stream and synchronization thereto
(PULSE OR DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS : BANDWIDTH REDUCTION OR EXPANSION : Television or motion video signal : Associated signal processing : Error detection or correction : Half-pixel refinement)

Patent 5517251: Acquisition of video images simultaneously with analog signals
(TELEVISION : FORMAT : Including additional information : During sync, blanking, or overscan : Field or frame sequential to simultaneous)

Patent 5517252: Device for reproducing picture signals in letter-box format
(TELEVISION : FORMAT : Including additional information : Including the use of a subcarrier : Plural (e.g., stereo or SAP))

Patent 5517253: Multi-source video synchronization
(TELEVISION : SYNCHRONIZATION : Locking of video or audio to reference timebase : Frame or field synchronizers : With line rate switch (e.g., PAL))

Patent 5517254: Program table displaying apparatus
(TELEVISION : BASIC RECEIVER WITH ADDITIONAL FUNCTION : For display of additional information : Receiver indicator (e.g., on screen display) : Picture in picture)

Patent 5517255: Luminance/chrominance separating filter
(TELEVISION : IMAGE SIGNAL PROCESSING CIRCUITRY SPECIFIC TO TELEVISION : Chrominance-luminance signal separation : Masking (e.g., R, G, B to R`, G`, B`))

Patent 5517256: Reservation codes to automatically control a TV and VCR when set to either a TV mode or a VCR mode
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : OPERATOR INTERFACE : To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal : Program reserve or reminder system : Provided on recordable medium)

Patent 5517257: Video control user interface for interactive television systems and method for controlling display of a video movie
(TELEVISION : RECEIVER CIRCUITRY : Remote control : Tuning voltage)

Patent 5517258: Eyeglass frame with internal spring and slider assemblies
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Temples : Spring biased : Screwless lens mounting)

Patent 5517259: Method of manufacturing toric single vision, spherical or aspheric bifocal, multifocal or progressive contact lenses
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : Eye contact type : With clamping arms)

Patent 5517260: Ophthalmic lens having a progressive multifocal zone and method of manufacturing same
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : Multifocal : Gradually varying focal power : Spring between lens and strap)

Patent 5517261: Focusing method for a corneal topographer
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : EYE EXAMINING OR TESTING INSTRUMENT : Methods of use : Including test chart or target)

Patent 5517262: Motion picture drive system
(OPTICS: MOTION PICTURES : WITH PLURAL PICTURE SIZES AND TYPES : Plural film width : Coded signals on magazines)

Patent 5517263: Image projection system and method of using same
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : COMPOSITE PROJECTED IMAGE : Multicolor picture : Automatic)

Patent 5517264: Projector night light
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : HOUSING : Slides gripped or hooked)

Patent 5517265: Method and apparatus for preventing unauthorized recycling of single-use camera and permitting authorized reuse of the camera
(PHOTOGRAPHY : DISPOSABLE OR RECYCLABLE CAMERA : Object support)

Patent 5517266: Camera with information recording device
(PHOTOGRAPHY : WITH DATA RECORDING : Magnetically on film or film cassette : Segmented alphanumeric indicia)

Patent 5517267: Electromagnetic device for cameras
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Shutter : Dynamo-electric actuator : Diaphragm blades open for focusing or viewing)

Patent 5517268: Film cartridge with exposed-film indicator
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Detachable or removable film holder unit : Film cassette or cartridge : Including film use indicator : Opposite movement)

Patent 5517269: Method of assembling one-time-use camera
(PHOTOGRAPHY : DISPOSABLE OR RECYCLABLE CAMERA : Object support)

Patent 5517270: Camera with built-in means for closing film cassette and tearing open camera to remove closed cassette
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Body structure or housing : Rear door or latch detail : Having electrical contact detail)

Patent 5517271: Operation-condition display system for a photographic processing system
(PHOTOGRAPHY : FLUID-TREATING APPARATUS : Having testing, calibration, or indicating : Plural stations)

Patent 5517272: Apparatus for moving photographic film cartridges between lighted and darkened environments
(PHOTOGRAPHY : FLUID-TREATING APPARATUS : Dark cabinet : Daylight loading : Having ventilation)

Patent 5517273: Device for determining whether focus detection may be accurately performed using characteristic data of an interchangeable lens and
(PHOTOGRAPHY : WITH EXPOSURE OBJECTIVE FOCUSING MEANS, FOCUSING AID, OR RANGEFINDING MEANS : Lens characteristic compensating : Having position sensor)

Patent 5517274: Automatic focusing apparatus of a camera
(PHOTOGRAPHY : WITH EXPOSURE OBJECTIVE FOCUSING MEANS, FOCUSING AID, OR RANGEFINDING MEANS : Plural focusing or rangefinding areas : With Position Sensitive Device (PSD))

Patent 5517275: Automatic focusing apparatus
(PHOTOGRAPHY : WITH EXPOSURE OBJECTIVE FOCUSING MEANS, FOCUSING AID, OR RANGEFINDING MEANS : Having pursuit mode : With mechanical rangefinder)

Patent 5517276: Active distance measuring apparatus with the remote control function
(PHOTOGRAPHY : HAVING WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL CIRCUIT : Having stabilization system)

Patent 5517277: Battery pack
(PHOTOGRAPHY : HAVING CAMERA INDICATOR : Having indicator)

Patent 5517278: Viewfinder for video cameras
(PHOTOGRAPHY : WITH VIEWFINDER : Electronic : Tilting)

Patent 5517279: Lens array photolithography
(PHOTOCOPYING : PROJECTION PRINTING AND COPYING CAMERAS : Plural : Reflector in optical path)

Patent 5517280: Photolithography system
(PHOTOCOPYING : PROJECTION PRINTING AND COPYING CAMERAS : Illumination systems or details : Including shutter, diaphragm, polarizer or filter : Vertical optical path)

Patent 5517281: Image forming apparatus featuring a plurality or relatively moveable casings
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : HAVING PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Modular or displaceable : Paper path access : New and waste toner container)

Patent 5517282: Management system of image forming apparatuses
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : DIAGNOSTICS : Log report : Electrostatic)

Patent 5517283: Image forming apparatus including improved toner image density detecting arrangement
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : CONTROL OF ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS : Control of developing : Concentration control : Detection of toner in developing unit : Concentration detection : Optical detector :)

Patent 5517284: Fixing device
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : CONTROL OF ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS : Control of fixing : Temperature control : Detection of toner in developing unit)

Patent 5517285: Developing apparatus in which the developer cartridge or the toner cartridge is mountable
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : HAVING PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Modular or displaceable : Developing unit : New and waste toner container : Toner cartridge)

Patent 5517286: Developing apparatus
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Development : Dry development : Application member : Magnetic brush : Regulating (e.g., doctor) : Auxiliary electrode)

Patent 5517287: Donor rolls with interconnected electrodes
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Development : Dry development : Application member : Roller : Having applied bias : By magnetic brush)

Patent 5517288: Toner ribbon development cassette
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Development : Dry development : Supplying new toner : Cartridge : Optical detector)

Patent 5517289: Apparatus for and method of forming image
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Combined or plural functions by single component : Development and cleaning : Development)

Patent 5517290: Adjustable transfer belt unit in an image-forming machine
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Transfer : Electrostatic : Roller or belt : Having belt transporting copy)

Patent 5517291: Resonator assembly including an adhesive layer having free flowing particulate bead elements
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Transfer : Vibration : Having copy medium guide)

Patent 5517292: Fusing apparatus having a paper separating unit
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Fixing (e.g., fusing) : Having copy-handling during fixing : Stripping : Retractable)

Patent 5517293: Heat roller fixing apparatus with rotating lamps
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Fixing (e.g., fusing) : By heat and pressure : Heated roller : Pressure rollers : Vacuum or pneumatic)

Patent 5517294: Image-forming machine equipped with cleaning means
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : CLEANING OF IMAGING SURFACE : Blade : Having holder : Lamination)

Patent 5517295: Image forming apparatus having composite modes selectable during jam recovery
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : DOCUMENT HANDLING : Original : Automatic document feeder : Recirculating : Coordinated with sheet movement)

Patent 5517296: Apparatus for dorming a copy of an original image on a sheet of paper
(ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHY : IMAGE FORMATION : Development : Plural diverse (e.g., color) : Plural applicators single position : Lock or clamp)

Patent 5517297: Rangefinder with transmitter, receiver, and viewfinder on a single common optical axis
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : RANGE OR REMOTE DISTANCE FINDING : With photodetection : Using at least a pair of viewing axes)

Patent 5517298: Diode array velocimeter
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : VELOCITY OR VELOCITY/HEIGHT MEASURING : With light detector (e.g., photocell) : Vibrating or oscillating element)

Patent 5517299: Apparatus and method for examining key plates
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : DOCUMENT PATTERN ANALYSIS OR VERIFICATION : Lamp attachments)

Patent 5517300: Remote controlled tracking system for tracking a remote control unit and positioning and operating a camera
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : ANGLE MEASURING OR ANGULAR AXIAL ALIGNMENT : Automatic following or aligning while indicating measurement : With optical housing moving to follow or align : Reflective optical member)

Patent 5517301: Apparatus for characterizing an optic
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : INSPECTION OF FLAWS OR IMPURITIES : Integrating spheres)

Patent 5517302: Multispectral reflectometer
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY DISPERSED LIGHT SPECTROSCOPY : Utilizing a spectrometer : Having beam modulation)

Patent 5517303: Coherence selective sensor system
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Using fiber or waveguide interferometer : Having a short coherence length source : By dithering (suspensions, drives, flexures))

Patent 5517304: Dither generation for ring laser gyroscopes
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Rotation rate (e.g., ring laser gyros) : Lock-in prevention : Having m x n loop coupler where (m is greater than 2) and (n is greater than or equal to 2) (e.g., passive bias))

Patent 5517305: Brillouin ring laser gyro
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Rotation rate (e.g., ring laser gyros) : By fiber or waveguide interferometer (e.g., Sagnac effect) : Resonant loop : Including an alternating reference path)

Patent 5517306: Method and apparatus for measuring angular velocity of a transparent object
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Rotation rate (e.g., ring laser gyros) : For optical configuration)

Patent 5517307: Probe measurement apparatus using a curved grating displacement interferometer
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Having polarization : For dimensional measurement : Displacement or distance : Having wavefront division (e.g., by diffraction) : Having wavefront division (e.g., by diffraction))

Patent 5517308: Interferometric measuring apparatus employing fixed non-zero path length difference
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : For refractive indexing : Contour or profile)

Patent 5517309: Tool for analyzing a polarization state of a light beam
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY POLARIZED LIGHT EXAMINATION : Having wavefront division (by diffraction))

Patent 5517310: Method and apparatus for obtaining and analyzing an image of a elongate slot
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : POSITION OR DISPLACEMENT : Position transverse to viewing axis : Scan)

Patent 5517311: Optical 3D measuring apparatus used for measuring chamber volume of a cylinder head and chamber volume correcting method for a cylinder head
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : SHAPE OR SURFACE CONFIGURATION : Triangulation : Line of light projected : Pattern is series of non-intersecting lines)

Patent 5517312: Device for measuring the thickness of thin films
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : DIMENSION : Thickness : Light scanning)

Patent 5517313: Fluorescent optical sensor
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY SHADE OR COLOR : With color transmitting filter : Included with sample excitation : Including liquid filter comparison)

Patent 5517314: Optical analysing equipment for determining parameters of gaseous substances flowing through a duct
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : FOR LIGHT TRANSMISSION OR ABSORPTION : Of fluent material : Gas : With plural detectors (e.g., simultaneous viewing))

Patent 5517315: Reflectometer employing an integrating sphere and lens-mirror concentrator
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : OF LIGHT REFLECTION (E.G., GLASS) : Of photographic film)

Patent 5517316: Apparatus and method for saving/storing job run information generated by processing a job on a printing machine
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Recording apparatus : Scanning)

Patent 5517317: Image processing method and apparatus which selectively develop coded recording information into bit image data
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Recording apparatus : Scanning)

Patent 5517318: Image forming apparatus
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING (E.G., PROCESSING DATA FOR PRINTER, ETC.) : Size, resolution, or scale control :)

Patent 5517319: Apparatus for combining divided portions of larger image into a combined image
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Recording apparatus : Electrostatic or electrolytic : Document feed)

Patent 5517320: Analog/digital video and audio picture composition apparatus and method for video composition
(TELEVISION SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : PROCESSING OF TELEVISION SIGNAL FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : Using disc)

Patent 5517321: Video tape recorder having automatic rewinding capability
(TELEVISION SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : PROCESSING OF TELEVISION SIGNAL FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : Having another signal : Audio signal : By controlling read-write operations)

Patent 5517322: Apparatus for recording and reproducing video signals with preemphasis and deemphasis processes
(TELEVISION SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : PROCESSING OF TELEVISION SIGNAL FOR DYNAMIC RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : Signal amplitude level control : Digital technique)

Patent 5517323: Facsimile data transmission over a low data rate network with fill bit removal and reinsertion
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Synchronization : Composite image)

Patent 5517324: Method and system for increasing the compatibility of a fax machine
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Auxiliary signal : Coding for digital facsimile equipment (e.g., Group 3 or 4))

Patent 5517325: Direct memory access (DMA) controller with programmable bus release period for timing DMA transfers
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Specific signal processing circuitry : Memory interface : Auxiliary signal controls apparatus at both transmitter and receiver)

Patent 5517326: Image processing apparatus for combining a specified image area magnified by a ratio of prescribed and calculated dimensions with the
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Specific signal processing circuitry : Image processing : Plural images combined into a single image : Variable threshold determined by image or other condition (e.g., adaptive thresholding))

Patent 5517327: Data processor for image data using orthogonal transformation
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Specific signal processing circuitry : Image processing : Text and image detection and processing : Variable threshold determined by image or other condition (e.g., adaptive thresholding))

Patent 5517328: Wobble and bow correction by dual spot pixel intensity proportioning
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Picture signal generator : Carrier wave modulation)

Patent 5517329: Contact-type image sensor having an adhesive elastic layer therein
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Picture signal generator : Scanning : Picture signal thresholding)

Patent 5517330: Minimization of differential bow in multiple beam scanning optical systems
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Picture signal generator : Scanning : Coherent light : Including a polygon reflector : Stochastic or random dithering)

Patent 5517331: Method and apparatus for reading image of image scanner-reader
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Picture signal generator : Scanning : Scan rate or document movement variation in accordance with data presence : Charge coupled device)

Patent 5517332: Document scanner having one-piece housing for holding an image sensor, drive roller and document sensors in close alignment with each other
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : FACSIMILE : Picture signal generator : Scanning : Linear scanning pattern : Document moves during scanning : Internal scan)

Patent 5517333: Gradation correction device and image sensing device therewith for supplying images with good gradation for both front-lit and back-lit
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : NATURAL COLOR FACSIMILE : Color correction : Color masking)

Patent 5517334: Indexed processing of color image data
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : NATURAL COLOR FACSIMILE : Color correction : Color masking)

Patent 5517335: Apparatus and method for enhancing color saturation in halftoned images
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : NATURAL COLOR FACSIMILE : Color correction : Color masking)

Patent 5517336: Display card with interactive imagery and method of producing same
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT :)

Patent 5517337: Retractable holographic combiner
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Head up display : Spatial, phase or amplitude modulation)

Patent 5517338: Composite mirrors
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Holograph on curved substrate)

Patent 5517339: Method of manufacturing high efficiency, broad bandwidth, volume holographic elements and solar concentrators for use therewith
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Holograph on curved substrate)

Patent 5517340: High performance projection display with two light valves
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : LIQUID CRYSTAL SYSTEM : Projector including liquid crystal cell (s) : Exposure device for lithography)

Patent 5517341: Liquid crystal display with TFT and capacitor electrodes with redundant connection
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR EXCITATION OF LIQUID CRYSTAL : Electrical excitation of liquid crystal (i.e., particular voltage pulses, AC vs. DC, threshold voltages, etc.) : With particular switching device : Transistor : With silicon photodiode, N-I-N photoconductor structure, or P-I-P photoconductor structure)

Patent 5517342: Liquid crystal display having additional capacitors formed from pixel electrodes and a method for manufacturing the same
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR EXCITATION OF LIQUID CRYSTAL : Electrical excitation of liquid crystal (i.e., particular voltage pulses, AC vs. DC, threshold voltages, etc.) : With particular switching device : Transistor : Structure of transistor :)

Patent 5517343: LCD device with polymeric electrode extending into lc layer, and method of making
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Having significant detail of cell structure only : Particular nonoptical film or layer (e.g., adhesive layer, barrier layer) : Alignment layer : Including at least one with negative intrinsic birefringence)

Patent 5517344: System for protection of drive circuits formed on a substrate of a liquid crystal display
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Having significant detail of cell structure only : Liquid crystal seal : Having connection detail to external circuit)

Patent 5517345: Electronic apparatus for an automobile
(OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS : REMOTE CONTROL : Plural : Through optical fiber or waveguide)

Patent 5517346: Spectral modification through phase modulation with spatial extent
(OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS : TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER SYSTEM : Including compensation : Using delay : Using optical phase conjugation)

Patent 5517347: Direct view deformable mirror device
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : DEFLECTION USING A MOVING ELEMENT OR MEDIUM (OFFSETTING OR CHANGING AT LEAST A PORTION OF THE BEAM) : By moving a reflective element : Reflective element moved by deformable support : Having planar rotating reflector with rotation axis in its plane)

Patent 5517348: Voltage controlled transparent layer for a bi-directinal device
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL MODULATOR : Light wave temporal modulation (e.g., frequency, amplitude, etc.) : Changing bulk optical parameter : Electro-optic : Modulation of polarized light via modulating input signal : With particular electrode structure or arrangement, or medium mounting structure or arrangement : Liquid medium)

Patent 5517349: Process and a device for error correction in acousto-optic deflection of light beams, particularly of laser light
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL MODULATOR : Light wave directional modulation (e.g., deflection or scanning is representative of the modulating signal) : Acousto-optic : Particular cell shape : Having multiple electrodes)

Patent 5517350: Optical component based on Langmuir-Blodgett layers
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL FREQUENCY CONVERTER : Having particular chemical composition or structure)

Patent 5517351: Optical receiver apparatus
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL AMPLIFIER : Optical fiber : Feedback : Automatic Gain Control (AGC) : Adjusting input signal power)

Patent 5517352: Confocal tandem scanning reflected light microscope
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : COMPOUND LENS SYSTEM : Microscope : Two or more in a series)

Patent 5517353: Illuminating apparatus for a microscope
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : COMPOUND LENS SYSTEM : Microscope : Illuminator : With optical switching means : Binocular)

Patent 5517354: Adjustable microscope base
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : COMPOUND LENS SYSTEM : Microscope : Stage or slide carrier : With turntable : Binocular)

Patent 5517355: Card adapted for use in stereoscope
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : STEREOSCOPIC : Stereo-viewers : Collapsible : Pictures offset, transposed or have respective right or left sides adjacent)

Patent 5517356: Glass polarizer for visible light
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : POLARIZATION WITHOUT MODULATION : Light polarization without any external input : By dichroic medium : With particular medium)

Patent 5517357: Anti-vibration optical device
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HAVING SIGNIFICANT INFRARED OR ULTRAVIOLET PROPERTY : Lens, lens system or component : Infrared lens : Having four or more components : Adjusting input signal power)

Patent 5517358: Tracking reflector assembly having means for accurately synchronizing the movement thereof and for providing quick access to system switches
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : BUILDING INTERIOR ILLUMINATION WITH REFLECTED, REFRACTED OR PREDETERMINED ANGLE OF ENTRANCE OF OUTSIDE LIGHT : Unitary light transmitting member comprising plural reflecting or refracting elements : Selective wavelength transmission or reflection)

Patent 5517359: Apparatus for imaging light from a laser diode onto a multi-channel linear light valve
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : SINGLE CHANNEL SIMULTANEOUSLY TO OR FROM PLURAL CHANNELS (E.G., LIGHT DIVIDING, COMBINING, OR PLURAL IMAGE FORMING, ETC.) : By surface composed of lenticular elements : Plural lenticular plates : Serially disposed along optic axis : Cylindrical lenslets : Reversible)

Patent 5517360: Immersion microscope objective
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : Microscope objective : Having six components : In a variable media (e.g., gas, elastomer, etc.))

Patent 5517361: Zoom lens system
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : With variable magnification (e.g., zoom type) : With mechanical compensation : Other than first group moves for focusing (internal focus type) : Cylindrical lenslets)

Patent 5517362: Optical pickup device
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : With support : Operation viewed through lens)

Patent 5517363: Triple engagement optical element holder
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : With support : Lens mounts : Monocular loupe type)

Patent 5517364: Drive device, lens barrel and camera
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : With support : Lens mounts : Adjustable : With axial adjustment (e.g., adjustable focus, etc.) : With multiple element component)

Patent 5517365: Polygonal mirror
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : Including a plurality of adjustable mirror supports)

Patent 5517366: Concentric optical system
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : Including a plurality of adjustable mirror supports)

Patent 5517367: Rear view mirror for automotive vehicle
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : Including adjacent plane and curved mirrors : Including an adjustable mirror)

Patent 5517368: Digital transmission signal processing system and recording/reproducing system
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORDING FOR CHANGING DURATION, FREQUENCY OR REDUNDANT CONTENT OF AN ANALOG SIGNAL : Motion picture film)

Patent 5517369: Multi-track magnetic signal reproducing apparatus
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : GENERAL RECORDING OR REPRODUCING : Specifics of equalizing : Between heads in alternate engagement with medium)

Patent 5517370: Single motor driver for a helical scan recording/reproducing device
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : AUTOMATIC CONTROL OF A RECORDER MECHANISM : Synchronizing moving-head moving-record recorders : Recording amplifier)

Patent 5517371: Track sector detection system for rotating disk data storage apparatus
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : AUTOMATIC CONTROL OF A RECORDER MECHANISM : Controlling the head : Track centering : Rotary carrier : By tracking signal recorded on or immediately beneath surface : Distinct servo sector : From separate track)

Patent 5517372: Rotating disk storage device with cooling air flow control
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD TRANSPORT WITH HEAD STATIONARY DURING TRANSDUCING : Disk record : Environmental control (e.g., air filter, temperature control) : Plural reels)

Patent 5517373: Disk drive system with plural removable carrier-disk drive modules
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD TRANSPORT WITH HEAD STATIONARY DURING TRANSDUCING : Disk record : Plural disks : Flexible disk)

Patent 5517374: Magnetic disk drive apparatus having disk clamp attachable using a single fastener
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD TRANSPORT WITH HEAD STATIONARY DURING TRANSDUCING : Disk record : Plural disks : Rotational drive detail : Mechanical detail)

Patent 5517375: Apparatus for coupling a spindle shaft to a cover plate of a hard disk drive
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD TRANSPORT WITH HEAD STATIONARY DURING TRANSDUCING : Disk record : Plural disks : Rotational drive detail : Mechanical detail)

Patent 5517376: Uniform load distribution duel member disk clamp
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD TRANSPORT WITH HEAD STATIONARY DURING TRANSDUCING : Disk record : Plural disks : Seating of disks : Mechanical detail)

Patent 5517377: Endless-loop tape cassette with backstop and transmission mechanism
(DYNAMIC MAGNETIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : RECORD MEDIUM : In container : Pressure element)

Patent 5517378: Direct-current breaker for high power for connection into a direct-current carrying high-voltage line
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : Arc suppression at switching point (i.e., includes solid-state switch) : Synchronized or sequential opening or closing : Counter electromotive force :)

Patent 5517379: Reverse battery protection device containing power MOSFET
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : With specific quantity comparison means : Reverse energy responsive (e.g., directional) : With time delay protective means)

Patent 5517380: Method and apparatus for avoiding power-up current surge
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : With specific current responsive fault sensor : With time delay protective means : Protection for thyristor)

Patent 5517381: Circuit breaker counter indicator
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : With specific current responsive fault sensor : With mechanical circuit breaker : With transistor circuit interrupter)

Patent 5517382: Surge suppressor having looped clamping elements
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : High voltage dissipation (e.g., lightning arrester) : Surge prevention (e.g., choke coil) : With transistor circuit interrupter)

Patent 5517383: Branching unit for submarine systems
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC DEVICES : For relays or solenoids : Plural relay or solenoid load selectively operated : Including electronic switch)

Patent 5517384: Compound surface-charging electrode
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : ELECTRIC CHARGE GENERATING OR CONDUCTING MEANS (E.G., CHARGING OF GASES) : By charged gas irradiation)

Patent 5517385: Decoupling capacitor structure
(ELECTRICITY: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES : ELECTROSTATIC CAPACITORS : Fixed capacitor : Solid dielectric : Plural dielectrics : Metallized terminal)

 

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