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Patent 5540377: Solder ball placement machine
(METAL FUSION BONDING : INCLUDING MEANS TO APPLY FLUX OR FILLER TO WORK OR APPLICATOR : Solid flux or solid filler : Comprising work immersion)
Patent 5540378: Method for the assembly of an electronic package
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : Plural joints : Of electrical device (e.g., semiconductor) : Simultaneous bonding of multiple joints (e.g., dip soldering of printed circuit boards) : Component terminal to substrate surface (i.e., nonpenetrating terminal) : Continuously feeding sheet material)
Patent 5540379: Soldering process
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : Preplacing solid filler : Applied in powdered or particulate form : Nonhomogeneous metal filler particles : At specific temperature level)
Patent 5540380: File folder envelope
(ENVELOPES, WRAPPERS, AND PAPERBOARD BOXES : FILE FOLDER OR FILE ENVELOPE : Barrels)
Patent 5540381: Sleeve for displaying a container
(ENVELOPES, WRAPPERS, AND PAPERBOARD BOXES : PAPERBOARD BOX : Wrapper type (i.e., box formed around content) : Tearing provides a reclosable box having reduced volume when reclosed)
Patent 5540382: Mud dispersement device for mounting underneath railway ties
(RAILWAYS: SURFACE TRACK : ROADBED :)
Patent 5540383: Method and apparatus for spraying pressurized water
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : PROCESSES :)
Patent 5540384: Ultrasonic spray coating system
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : WITH MEANS TO VIBRATE OR JIGGLE DISCHARGE : By electric transducer (e.g., piezoelectric crystal) : Scatterer receives material axially)
Patent 5540385: Spray nozzle for high volume low pressure air
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : INCLUDING SUPPLEMENTAL GAS SHAPING OR SHIELDING JET : Bumper or guard protects distributor)
Patent 5540386: Multifunction delivery unit for irrigation pistol
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : PLURAL INTERCHANGEABLE DISCHARGE MODIFIERS, OUTLET ARRANGEMENTS OR COUPLING MEANS : Selectively arrangeable outlet means : Movably mounted multi-terminal outlet carrying member : Member rotates on axis longitudinally of flow path : Concentrically arranged flow paths)
Patent 5540387: Device for injecting a fuel/gas mixture
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : COMBINING OF SEPARATELY SUPPLIED FLUIDS (I.E., PLURAL FLOW PATHS) : And valving means controlling flow for combining : By terminal ejection valve : Fluid in outer of concentrically arranged paths is whirled)
Patent 5540388: Solenoid type fuel injection valve
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : COMBINING OF SEPARATELY SUPPLIED FLUIDS (I.E., PLURAL FLOW PATHS) : And valving means controlling flow for combining : Concentric flow paths : Valving means for central fluid : Parallel)
Patent 5540389: Terminal orifice system
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : FLOW DEFLECTING OR ROTATION CONTROLLING MEANS : Fluid rotation inducing means upstream of outlet : Apertured cap surmounts whirler organization : In or on flow-passage walls)
Patent 5540390: Spray bar assembly for a printing press
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : UNITARY PLURAL OUTLET MEANS : Plural separable nozzles on spray pipe : Disc type)
Patent 5540391: Method for treating process material such as waste material
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : With application of fluid or lubricant material : With additional heating or cooling : Successive alternate separation and comminution steps)
Patent 5540392: Optimal energy refining process for the mechanical treatment of wood fibres
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Wood and similar natural-fibrous vegetable material : Of coal)
Patent 5540393: Gyrasphere crusher with bladder operated bowl lock mechanism
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Miscellaneous : Of coal)
Patent 5540394: Adjuster mechanism for gyrasphere crusher concave
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Miscellaneous : Of coal)
Patent 5540395: Concrete cyclone reclaimer
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Including means applying fluid to material : Fluid comminutor type : By speed or torque of comminutor drive)
Patent 5540396: Fishing reel with automatic and manual bail arm
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : PLURAL INTERCHANGEABLE DISCHARGE MODIFIERS, OUTLET ARRANGEMENTS OR COUPLING MEANS : Selectively arrangeable outlet means : Movably mounted multi-terminal outlet carrying member : Member rotates on axis longitudinally of flow path : Concentrically arranged flow paths)
Patent 5540397: Spinning reel
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : REELING DEVICE : Fishing rod reel : Frame or static component : Spinning reel frame : Plural spring sections)
Patent 5540398: Magnetic tape tension control device
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : UNWINDING AND REWINDING A MACHINE CONVERTIBLE INFORMATION CARRIER (E.G., MAGNETIC TAPE OR PHOTOGRAPHIC FILM) : Carrier speed or tension control : Diverse signal inputs : Electrical control)
Patent 5540399: Tape cassette
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : UNWINDING AND REWINDING A MACHINE CONVERTIBLE INFORMATION CARRIER (E.G., MAGNETIC TAPE OR PHOTOGRAPHIC FILM) : Cartridge system (i.e., cartridge work station or cartridge) : Coil-to-coil cartridge : With particular housing construction : Rotatable)
Patent 5540400: Universal film thrusting cartridge and method
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : UNWINDING AND REWINDING A MACHINE CONVERTIBLE INFORMATION CARRIER (E.G., MAGNETIC TAPE OR PHOTOGRAPHIC FILM) : Cartridge system (i.e., cartridge work station or cartridge) : Single coil cartridge (e.g., film magazine) : With particular housing construction)
Patent 5540402: Cargo conversion system for passenger aircraft
(AERONAUTICS : AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE : Load (e.g., cargo) accommodation : Movable)
Patent 5540403: Airplane seat child safety harness
(AERONAUTICS : AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE : Fuselage and body construction : Seats and safety belts : Safety belts : Automatic sequence)
Patent 5540404: Double-decked aircraft with plug door
(AERONAUTICS : AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE : Details : Closures : Door : Automatic sequence)
Patent 5540405: Method and apparatus for compensating for magnetic disturbance torques on a satellite
(AERONAUTICS : SPACECRAFT : Attitude control : By magnetic effect : Environmental control)
Patent 5540406: Hydrofoils and airfoils
(AERONAUTICS : AIRCRAFT SUSTENTATION : Sustaining airfoils : With lift modification : By characteristic of airfoil's skin :)
Patent 5540408: Drag unit for a tripod head
(SUPPORTS : STAND : To hold a particular article : Having platform for mounting article directly above stationary stand (e.g., tripod head) : Adjustable platform : Simultaneously movable)
Patent 5540409: Beverage container holder for a dashboard of a vehicle
(SUPPORTS : BRACKETS : Article holding means : Receptacle type : Canted clutch collar)
Patent 5540410: Mold halves and molding assembly for making contact lenses
(STATIC MOLDS : CONTAINER-TYPE MOLDING DEVICE : Of named component : Constructed to include an ambient air space)
Patent 5540411: Invert former for manhole base section
(STATIC MOLDS : CONTAINER-TYPE MOLDING DEVICE : And an inner removable core to form recess or opening : Having inner and outer shells forming conduit-type product, receptacle-type product, or module : Plural intersecting cores to produce product having intersecting passages : Molding surfaces overlapping for adjustment)
Patent 5540412: Electro-magnetically operated bidirectional two-way air valve
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : ELECTRICALLY ACTUATED VALVE : Balanced valve : Venturi restrictor)
Patent 5540413: Aircraft pressure-fueling nozzle
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : WITH CORRELATED FLOW PATH : With mounting or support : Valve seat and coupling element removable as a unit)
Patent 5540414: Actuator and zone valve
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : WITH MEANS TO INCREASE HEAD AND SEAT CONTACT PRESSURE : Seat pressed to valve : Spring : Butterfly valve)
Patent 5540415: Steam isolation valve
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : RECIPROCATING VALVE : Piston : Biased)
Patent 5540416: Injection needle melting/destroying device
(METALLURGICAL APPARATUS : MEANS FOR MELTING OR VAPORIZING METAL OR TREATING LIQUEFIED METAL : By means applying heat to work, e.g., furnace)
Patent 5540417: Adjustable coil spring assembly
(SPRING DEVICES : VEHICLE : Compound : Leaf and coil : Torsion coil)
Patent 5540418: Foldbale bed with collapsible sinuous springs
(SPRING DEVICES : SPRING PANEL : Spring panel comprises vertically oriented compressible coil springs : Loading surface includes component other than coil spring : Metal layer is compressible coil spring)
Patent 5540419: Elastic bearing
(SPRING DEVICES : RESILIENT SHOCK OR VIBRATION ABSORBER : Including energy absorbing means or feature (e.g., supplemental vehicle equipment, such as motor mount, seat, etc., including additional fluid or friction energy absorber) : Axial : Seal)
Patent 5540420: Method of making a bearing structure and bearing so made
(SPRING DEVICES : RESILIENT SHOCK OR VIBRATION ABSORBER : Nonmetallic, resilient element : Plural resilient elements with rigid spacer : With electronic or magnetic control)
Patent 5540421: Book binding apparatus
(SHEET-MATERIAL ASSOCIATING : ASSOCIATING OR DISASSOCIATING : Sheet associating : Plural stackers : Movable stackers : With edge aligner)
Patent 5540422: Stacker-bundler transfer apparatus
(SHEET-MATERIAL ASSOCIATING : ASSOCIATING OR DISASSOCIATING : Signature associating : Binding : Revolving pivotal folding blade)
Patent 5540423: Sheet feeding device having a plurality of rollers positioned side by side
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : Separator and conveyor : Rotary separator : To rotary conveyor : With aligning :)
Patent 5540424: Crotch overlocking and seaming apparatus
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : Separators : Buckling : Rotary : With clutch)
Patent 5540425: Article depositing apparatus
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : By means to change direction of sheet travel : Reciprocating)
Patent 5540426: Method of feeding sheets and device for the same
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : By means to convey sheet (e.g., from pack to operation) : Responsive to sheet sensor : Mechanical linkage)
Patent 5540427: Sheet convey apparatus
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : By means to convey sheet (e.g., from pack to operation) : Between superposed conveyor couple : Having means to permit separation of couple : Including couple-elements resiliently urged together : Orbital (e.g., four-way) motion of pusher)
Patent 5540428: Basketball retrieval and return apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : Having projectile return means : Return chute : With or for basketball-type goal : Nonwound layer)
Patent 5540429: Adjustable height basketball standard with telescoping tubes
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.) : Goal or target is elevated and horizontally disposed (e.g., for basketball, etc.) : Backboard or support structure therefor : With height adjustment feature : Plural diverse nonwound layers)
Patent 5540430: Batting practice stand
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Means removably supporting projectile in position to be struck and thereby projected by player (e.g., batting tee, etc.) : Projectile suspended or is supported by column of fluid : At acute angle with surface)
Patent 5540431: Anti-spill golf-carrybag w/Autodeploy-bipod
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Having air resistance device)
Patent 5540432: Golf tee and ball setter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee setting device : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.))
Patent 5540433: Pilot hole drill for golf tee
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee setting device : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.))
Patent 5540434: Tennis racket
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Racket or paddle; accessory therefor (e.g., a tennis racket, tennis racket press, etc.) : Fiber reinforced plastic frame : Plural fiber compositions : Hoop or the net, pocket, or support structure therefor)
Patent 5540435: Golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Joint formed with sleeve engaging shaft and hosel : Having recess or projection)
Patent 5540436: Set of golf club irons having a low density rear cavity perimeter insert for selected weight distribution of each iron
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Particular material composition or mass distribution : Recess or cavity behind striking face : In vertical bore access through top)
Patent 5540437: Perimeter weighted golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced air resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)
Patent 5540438: Coated golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Plural diverse layers : Nonwound layer)
Patent 5540439: Game apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Having three-dimensional pattern : Removable and discrete game piece changes status of circuit)
Patent 5540440: Baseball chess game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Piece moves over board having pattern : Sports or outdoor recreational activities : Judicial, legislative, or election process)
Patent 5540441: Lottery payoff method having pyramid scheme
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Lotto or bingo type : Alignment games (e.g., morris, mill))
Patent 5540442: Roulette game apparatus and method with additional betting opportunity
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.))
Patent 5540443: Portable corrugated cardboard game board
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Collapsible board (e.g., folding) : Board projection engagble with piece)
Patent 5540444: Method of playing a card game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : CARD OR TILE GAMES, CARDS OR TILES THEREFOR : Gravity-propelled chance element randomly traverses or enters alternative paths)
Patent 5540445: Electronic dart device for cricket game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : AERIAL PROJECTILE GAME; GAME ELEMENT (E.G., TARGET, ETC.) OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Target : With electrically actuated or operated indicator : Oscillating (e.g., pendulum motion) or reciprocating)
Patent 5540446: Covers and target pattern appliques
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : AERIAL PROJECTILE GAME; GAME ELEMENT (E.G., TARGET, ETC.) OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Target : Penetrable target with replaceable element : Target is aperture dimensioned to allow projectile to pass entirely therethrough)
Patent 5540447: Pressure damper diverging labyrinth seals with circumferential partitions, and method of sealing
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : PROCESS OF DYNAMIC SEALING : Close proximity seal (e.g., contactless, fluent, etc.) : Labyrinth :)
Patent 5540448: Seal with electrical conductor wear indicator
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL COMBINED WITH INDICATOR, SAMPLER, OR INSPECTION FEATURE : Wear, proper seating, or presence : Formed by flexible projection)
Patent 5540449: Shaft sealing arrangement having fluid flushing means
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS (I.E., DYNAMIC SEAL) : Relatively rotatable radially extending sealing face member (e.g., face, mechanical, etc.) : Introduction, circulation, or removal of fluid : Elastomeric or plastic)
Patent 5540450: Rubber plug for a water-proof connector
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN FIXED PARTS OR STATIC CONTACT AGAINST RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS : Contact seal for a pipe, conduit, or cable : Sleeve type : Covering fire ring or sealing formation)
Patent 5540451: Composite sealing material
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS (I.E., DYNAMIC SEAL) : Circumferential contact seal for other than piston : Contained or compressed by gland member in packing box : Particular seal material or construction : Composite : Distinct sheath or covering : Braided, woven, or twisted)
Patent 5540452: Gasket insert assembly
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN FIXED PARTS OR STATIC CONTACT AGAINST RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS : Contact seal between parts of internal combustion engine : Particular dimensions or configuration of sealing bead or formation : Metallic : And biased)
Patent 5540453: Chucking apparatus
(CHUCKS OR SOCKETS : SOCKET TYPE : Obliquely guided reciprocating jaws : Fixed cam and moving jaws)
Patent 5540454: Tag axle assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Multiple truck : Adjustable)
Patent 5540455: Articulating skateboard with springable connector
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Coasters : Occupant-pushed : Standing occupant : Steered by tiltable platform (e.g., skateboard) : With means to vary distance between wheels)
Patent 5540456: Multispeed hub for a bicycle
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : With propulsion means : Reversing and power ratio change : Hand and foot)
Patent 5540457: Steering assembly with external bearing pre-load adjustment
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : With steering : One-wheel controlled : Frames and running gear : Front forks and heads : Front forks and heads)
Patent 5540458: Interface device between a ski and binding elements
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Runner type : Skis : With camber or flexibility control : Nonsteered wheel (e.g., independent rear suspension))
Patent 5540459: Roof rail mounted airbag assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Inflated confinement specially positioned relative to occupant or conforming to the body shape of occupant : Mounted in vehicle and positioned laterally of occupant : Rack and pinion)
Patent 5540460: Air bag module
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Inflated confinement specially positioned relative to occupant or conforming to the body shape of occupant : Antirattler)
Patent 5540461: Procedure and device for protecting vehicle occupants
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Responsive to vehicle condition : Electric control and/or sensor means : Rack and pinion)
Patent 5540462: Cover device for subsequent mounting on softbound books
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES : BOOK, ELEMENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Protectors : Loop engaging)
Patent 5540463: Couplings for automobile air conditioning system conduits
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : ESSENTIAL CATCH : Leaf spring : Spring-biased catch)
Patent 5540464: Capillary connector
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PARTICULAR INTERFACE : Screw-thimble tightener)
Patent 5540465: Pipe, valve and/or tee coupler
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PACKED : Flanged pipe : Clamped : Band type : Flat crest)
Patent 5540466: Mechanism for latching a rotary shaft
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : EXTENSION LINK : Multiple : Swingable)
Patent 5540467: Automobile vandalism deterrent device
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : PORTABLE : Seal-rupturing devices)
Patent 5540468: Door opening and closing device for handicapped persons
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : MISCELLANEOUS :)
Patent 5540469: Animal waste collecting device
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : SANITARY HANDLER FOR PET DROPPINGS : Pole mounted :)
Patent 5540470: Collecting device
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : SANITARY HANDLER FOR PET DROPPINGS : Pole mounted :)
Patent 5540471: Hand tool for handling sheet material
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND BARS AND HAND BARROWS : Poker)
Patent 5540472: Reinforcing sleeve for long-handled tools
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND FORKS AND SHOVELS : Handles : Fork and rake)
Patent 5540473: Truck bed liner with reinforced corners
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Lining : Open truck bed : At rear of seat)
Patent 5540474: Folding ramp for trucks
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : End gates : Downwardly swinging : Combined loading chute : Readily removable)
Patent 5540475: Tonneau cover assembly clamping assembly
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Load cover : Flexible with securing means : Movable with pivoted support)
Patent 5540476: Convertible top covering retainer with method for using the same
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Let-down type top : Flexible folding top or hinged framework : Top and framework connection : Spring)
Patent 5540477: Window molding for a vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Door or window with specified vehicle feature : Body mounted window : Multiple hinge axes)
Patent 5540478: Roof structure of a motor vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Flexible cover)
Patent 5540479: Vehicle seats
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BACK CARRIES STORED SUPPLEMENTAL BODY SUPPORT : Armrest movable from recess in back : Armrest or back inverts with bottom to support extension)
Patent 5540480: Versatile seat skirt
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : DETACHABLE SUPPLEMENTAL FLEXIBLE PAD OR COVER : Cover attached to frame by separate element)
Patent 5540481: Chair with zero front rise control
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BACK MOVEMENT RESILIENTLY OPPOSED IN OPERATING POSITION : Back and seat adjust simultaneously : Back tilts while seat inclination adjusts : Torsion bar or torsion spring : Extensible)
Patent 5540482: Seat and its application, especially to motor vehicles
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BOTTOM : Bottom and back movable as a unit : About vertical axis; i.e., rotates : Including means to lock unit at distinct rotated positions : Motor actuated)
Patent 5540483: Hinge device for public transport vehicle seats and seat structure including a device of this kind
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : HAVING DETACHABLY INTERFITTING PARTS OR COMPONENTS; I.E., KNOCKDOWN : Interfitted back and bottom or back frame and bottom frame : Self-supported)
Patent 5540484: Surgeon's chair seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK : Contoured bottom : Laterally extending contour : Continuous cushioning material (e.g., one-piece cushion, bean bag, etc.))
Patent 5540485: Composite bicycle wheel
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : Spoke : Joint)
Patent 5540486: Anti-lock brake system noise attenuator
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : PULSATION NEUTRALIZERS : Isolation valve)
Patent 5540487: Anti-locking hydraulic brake system comprising a brake force controller
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : Including pump with system solenoid valve : Including flywheel control (e.g., motorcycle type))
Patent 5540488: Hydraulic braking system having an auxiliary pressure source
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : Including pump with system solenoid valve : Including flywheel control (e.g., motorcycle type))
Patent 5540489: Rubber track assembly
(WHEEL SUBSTITUTES FOR LAND VEHICLES : TRACKS OR TREADS : With guide means for interfitting with sprocket wheel or roller : Sprocket and track engagement : Track formed of rigid links : Having nonmetallic part or component (e.g., at area of engagement) : Including sprocket wheel or roller guide lug or projection)
Patent 5540490: Document display stand
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH CARD OR SHEET RETAINERS : Spring urged : Retainers on housing)
Patent 5540491: Bed, desk and cabinet assembly
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : COMBINED : Diverse seat and cabinet fixedly connected (e.g., classroom desk))
Patent 5540492: Snap-in humidity control for crisper pans
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SPACED INSULATED WALL : Refrigerator cabinet : Including particular storage compartment : Pivoted support)
Patent 5540493: Encapsulated shelf with pre-encapsulated bracket
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SPACED INSULATED WALL : Refrigerator cabinet : Shelf or shelf-supporting structure : Refrigerating-zones divider)
Patent 5540494: Method and apparatus for determining absolute particle size, surface area and volume normalized fluorescence using forward angle light
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : PLURAL TEST : Lamp attachments)
Patent 5540495: Injection assembly for an injection molding machine
(AGITATING : RUBBER OR HEAVY PLASTIC WORKING : Rotating and reciprocating stirrer : Including specific structure for controlling flow through the feed means)
Patent 5540496: Solute dissolution reciprocating flow-cell
(AGITATING : WITH HEATING OR COOLING : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5540497: Apparatus for the injection molding of non precatalyzed polymerizable resins at high-pressure and flow
(AGITATING : HAVING SPECIFIED FEED MEANS : Returning material to supply : Stationary deflector)
Patent 5540498: Cam-operated gradient former
(AGITATING : HAVING SPECIFIED FEED MEANS : Adjustable mixing ratio control : Including pump : By variable pump : Piston pump : Vertical axis)
Patent 5540499: Device for dispersing, suspending or emulsifying gases, liquids and/or flowable solid substances, more particularly for wetting and dispersing
(AGITATING : HAVING SPECIFIED FEED MEANS : Plural related feeders having separate outlets to mixing chamber : Rotating stirrer and cooperating stationary element : Including gate, valve, or closure)
Patent 5540500: Compressive sealed bag for compressible articles such as clothing and the same
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Self-closing type : Bag portion completely separated from the bag during tearing)
Patent 5540501: Laundry bag assembly
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : LIFTING OR SUSPENDING ELEMENT (E.G., HANDLE) : Detachable : Bag material includes hand-receiving aperture)
Patent 5540502: Guide rail in a linear guide device
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Recirculating : No cylindrical race : For piston rod)
Patent 5540503: Linear guide apparatus
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Roller bearing : Adjustment or self-alignment means : For piston rod)
Patent 5540504: Shock resistant bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : With elongated strips or staves)
Patent 5540505: Top foil plate for hydrodynamic fluid film thrust bearings
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : Flexible member : Thrust bearing :)
Patent 5540506: Roller and cage assembly
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Cage structure : Lip on transverse bar : Bolted, welded or with spring)
Patent 5540507: Tape printing apparatus
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : DISPLAYING TYPEWRITER-FORMED REPRESENTATION OF PRINT-LINE : Typewriter (e.g, output typewriter) controls tape-punch or card-punch apparatus)
Patent 5540508: Print head for an impact dot printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Character formation by impact (e.g., wire matrix) : Printhead : Having assembly means : Manifold form or plural copies)
Patent 5540509: Color printer with exchangeable ribbon cassettes
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : For typing plural copies simultaneously with ribbon(s) (e.g., duplicate typing) : Using plural ribbons (e.g., additional ribbon(s) : Holder movable to inoperative position on typewriter)
Patent 5540510: Printing device for receiving at least two different types of tape holding cases
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Package for ribbon facilitating mounting of ribbon on typewriter (e.g., ribbon cartridge) : Package attached to typewriter : On single spool)
Patent 5540511: Impact dot printer with noise suppression
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : MEANS AUXILIARY TO TYPEWRITING FUNCTION : Means for muffling typewriter noise : Having nonimpact movement)
Patent 5540512: Portfolio suitable for storage and display of multileaf specimens
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET : Face member)
Patent 5540513: File indexing system
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET : Face member)
Patent 5540514: Mechanical connection between a glazing element and a supporting structure
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD SIDE TO PLATE OR SIDE : Traversed by connector : For interfitted side faces)
Patent 5540515: Apparatus for securing the front panel of a drawer
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MANUALLY RELEASEABLE LATCH TYPE : Having operating mechanism : Lever : Bolted)
Patent 5540516: Method for marking grass fields and apparatus for applying such method
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC DIRECTOR : Attenuated lane marker type : Distinct biasing means recessed in roadway)
Patent 5540517: Pyrotechnic patty and method for attaching pavement markers
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC DIRECTOR : Attenuated lane marker type : Distinct biasing means recessed in roadway)
Patent 5540518: Method and apparatus for controlling striping equipment
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Automatic control : Including separate handling of different sized aggregate)
Patent 5540519: Portable vibratory wet screed
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Material distribution means : Including dynamic means to densify material : Specific to a sloped or curved application)
Patent 5540520: Portable folding boat skidway
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE VESSEL PORTAGE, LAUNCHING, OR REMOVING :)
Patent 5540521: Inflatable cushion for culturing and movement of aquatic organisms
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Fluid storage in earthen cavity : Supply or recovery of stored fluid by separate fluid : Earth treatment)
Patent 5540522: Seismic joint for underwater floating tunnels
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : UNDERGROUND PASSAGEWAY, E.G., TUNNEL : Subaqueous : Seal or joint)
Patent 5540523: Pile handling tool
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile) : Process or apparatus for installing : Having tensioner)
Patent 5540524: Concrete slab foundation and method of construction
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile) : Concrete : With form or casing : Diametrically retractable core)
Patent 5540525: Modular block retaining wall system and method of constructing same
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Shoring, bracing, or cave-in prevention : Retaining wall : Shield type)
Patent 5540526: Fluid bearing tool and a method for forming the same
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)
Patent 5540527: Drilling device having a radially displacable drill shank
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-SUPPORT WITH MEANS TO MOVE TOOL RELATIVE TO TOOL-SUPPORT : To move radially : Screw coaxial with tool)
Patent 5540528: Rivet made of plastic material for securing a plate-like workpiece to a support assembly with an approximately plane surface
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HAVING SEPARATE EXPANDER MEANS : Including sleeve and distinct tapered expander (e.g., anchor bolt type) : Expander threadedly engaged by mover : Spread by pressing element over initially inserted expander (e.g., push type))
Patent 5540529: Locking member
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HAVING STRUCTURE TO RESTRICT ROTATION OF THREADED, MATING PIECES (E.G., NUT LOCK) : Comprising a thread lock : Having the internally threaded element distorted : Axial distortion : Including a region displaceable generally axially relative to another part of the element : Having at least one region formed by a cut, slot, etc., across at least one sidewall of the element and extending generally radially into the element : Located on the flats of a polygonally shaped element)
Patent 5540530: Self adjusting construction tie-down
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HEADED FASTENER ELEMENT WITH NUT, WASHER, SECURING MEANS OR CAP : Lap bolt or fastener : Interference fit type : Of an internally threaded element)
Patent 5540531: Panel fastener
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Pilot end having means enhancing fastening or installation : Drill-tip-type end : And telltale bore)
Patent 5540532: Apparatus for marine cargo container handling and storage
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PLURAL, STATIC STRUCTURES FOR SUPPORTING DISCRETE LOADS AND CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Load-underlying members (e.g., racks, receptacles (or a compartmented receptacle), shelves, troughs, etc.) : Charging or discharging means includes elevating device, movable in horizontal direction (e.g., portable, etc.), having load-sustaining surface : With detachably associated auxiliary carrier for transporting device during portion of its horizontal travel : Pivotably or rotatably)
Patent 5540533: Mass discharger for a container such as a silo, including a jointed conveyer operating from above
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : STATIC RECEPTACLE AND MEANS FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING, OR FACILITATING THE CHARGING OR DISCHARGING OF, THE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity discharging means : Including at least one discharge assistant of the compound motion type : Having compound motion assistant operating on top of material : Comprising screw conveyor)
Patent 5540534: Bale transfer system and method of transfer
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND EXTERNAL MEANS COOPERATING IN THE LOADING OR UNLOADING THEREOF : Pushing or pulling device for loading a wheeled vehicle by exerting a generally horizontal force on load : Including load pushing or pulling device)
Patent 5540535: Apparatus for pushing chip components into holding plate
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Horizontal movement of receptacle contents : Ejector : With bucket or scoop-type holder)
Patent 5540536: Reusable packaging, shipping and display system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Ejector : Receptacle unloaded while in motion)
Patent 5540537: Portable hoist
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VEHICLE ATTACHED AUXILIARY CARRIERS : Removable transverse load support)
Patent 5540538: Snowmobile trailer system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : With load-receiving portion, or significant section thereof, pivotable relative to horizontal : Trailer-type vehicle having load-receiving portion pivotable relative to at least one other component of vehicle : About axis of wheels of vehicle having two wheels, and relative to tow-engaging end of vehicle : Means serves also to shift portion in at least one direction)
Patent 5540539: Transfer apparatus for moving a person from a wheelchair into an automobile
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Loading or unloading by other carrier or mover means, and the load movement thereof : Raising or lowering of load or load holder includes vertical, rectilinear movement : And carrier or mover includes means enabling additional movement having horizontal component : Vertically shiftable)
Patent 5540540: Towing device with wheel restraint
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : TRAVERSING HOIST TYPE : Tow truck type : Switch system)
Patent 5540541: Pivotal robot arm
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : HORIZONTALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Swinging about pivot : Moving pivot : Pivot swinging about second pivot : With fixed jaw member)
Patent 5540542: HDA headload carriage tooling
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD CARRIED ALONG A HORIZONTAL LINEAR PATH (E.G., PICK AND PLACE TYPE) : Having gripper means : Including means to rotate or allow rotation of bar about its axis)
Patent 5540543: Apparatus for removing and transporting articles from molds
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of charging load-holding or -supporting element from source and transporting element to working, treating, or inspecting station : Of stacking)
Patent 5540544: Intermediate sheet storage means
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : With means for removing completed stack from stacking location : Includes driven conveyor whereon continuously supported stack is formed : And conveyor for receiving unloaded stack)
Patent 5540545: Palletizing system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : Sequentially forms or adds completed layers : Adds rows of articles to layer : Turns completed layer about vertical axis before stacking)
Patent 5540546: Radial slot in a turbo-machine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SHAFT CONNECTED FLUID FORCE SUBJECTED THRUST BALANCING SURFACE : Plural, separate, parallel, simultaneous flow paths)
Patent 5540547: Method and apparatus for damping vibrations of external tubing of a gas turbine engine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : INCLUDING HEAT INSULATION OR EXCHANGE MEANS (E.G., FINS, LAGGING, ETC.) : Means subjected to or is working fluid)
Patent 5540548: Redundant blower unit
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Cooling fluid contacts shaft, seal or bearing)
Patent 5540549: Fluid damping devices
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ARTICULATED, RESILIENTLY MOUNTED OR SELF-SHIFTING IMPELLER OR WORKING MEMBER : Including movement limit stop or damping means : With manual control means)
Patent 5540550: Solid impeller for centrifugal pumps
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ROTOR HAVING FLOW CONFINING OR DEFLECTING WEB, SHROUD OR CONTINUOUS PASSAGE : Flow confining casing, shroud or passage)
Patent 5540551: Method and apparatus for reducing vibration in a turbo-machine blade
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ROTOR HAVING FLOW CONFINING OR DEFLECTING WEB, SHROUD OR CONTINUOUS PASSAGE : Axially extending shroud ring or casing : Vibration inhibiting or expansion-contraction structure : Conical web)
Patent 5540552: Turbine engine rotor having axial or inclined, issuing blade grooves
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC WORKING MEMBER MOUNT : Blade received in well or slot : Having blade locking means : Split impeller hub)
Patent 5540553: Heat-resistant resin compositions and internal combustion engine parts using same
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Coating, specific composition or characteristic : Plastic or synthetic material : Concentric or circular ribs)
Patent 5540554: Method and apparatus for controlling hydraulic systems of construction equipment
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Single motor control element responsive to means sensing diverse conditions : One condition is rate of flow to or from pump : Having means sensing condition in common inflow or outflow line)
Patent 5540555: Real time remote sensing pressure control system using periodically sampled remote sensors
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Controlling motive fluid or drive motor)
Patent 5540556: Positive displacement pump including modular pump component
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Piston-type sensor : Motor controller responsive to liquid pressure)
Patent 5540557: Vacuum pump for containers
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 5540558: Apparatus and method for electronically controlling inlet flow and preventing backflow in a compressor
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 5540559: Variable capacity swash-plate type compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : With sump pressure actuation : By movable conduit or conduit wall (e.g., combining tube))
Patent 5540560: Compressor with rotation detecting mechanism
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Disconnectable drive element (e.g., clutch, belt, shifter, etc.) : Axial cam)
Patent 5540561: Reservoir enclosure arrangements
(PUMPS : AMBULANT, BODY SUPPORTED, OR WITH CARRYING HANDLE : Vehicle mounted or attached)
Patent 5540562: Single-piston, multi-mode fluid displacement pump
(PUMPS : SUCCESSIVE STAGES : Reciprocating rigid stages : Pressure responsive interstage discharge)
Patent 5540563: Unitary housing for double hydraulic unit
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)
Patent 5540564: Rotary distributor type fuel injection pump
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Radial cylinders : Unidirectionally acting rigidly connected pumping members)
Patent 5540565: Variable capacity vane compressor with linear actuator
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Inlet throttle or stop valve : Centrifugally actuated)
Patent 5540566: Pump including a control valve
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Expansible chamber pump distributor operation modified : Centrifugally actuated)
Patent 5540567: Assembly for conveying a liquid medium, especially a heat carrier, in the cooling and heating circuit of a motor vehicle, with a magnetic
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Including means utilizing pump fluid for augmenting cooling, lubricating, sealing, or cleaning of motor : Pump fluid directed to motor via downstream branched flow path : Stator within armature)
Patent 5540568: Disposable rolling diaphragm filling unit
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Fluid motor : Common pumping and motor working member : Collapsible common member : Diaphragm : Pressure responsive)
Patent 5540569: Multiple-chamber gear pump for ink jet printing
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Pump magnetically coupled to rotary drive : Relatively movable pumping members)
Patent 5540570: Reciprocating piston pump with a housing block and at least one reciprocating piston pump element
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Valved piston : Direct contact with confined compressible fluid)
Patent 5540571: Scroll-type compressor having bolted housings
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : Axially spaced working chambers)
Patent 5540572: Structure for preventing axial leakage in scroll compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With biasing means, e.g., axial or radial : With working fluid bias)
Patent 5540573: Sickleless internal gear pump having sealing elements in tooth heads
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WITH MECHANICAL SEALING : Seal on working member periphery separates inlet and outlet ports : Seal on working member peripheral projection engages cylinder working chamber surface (e.g., apex seals) : Fluid biased : Fluid biased)
Patent 5540575: High speed rotating apparatus having face-to-face angular contact ball bearings
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : INTERENGAGING ROTATING MEMBERS : Helical or herringbone : With axially spaced working members)
Patent 5540576: Apparatus having a vacuum chamber for producing moldings
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : INCLUDING VENTILATING TYPE HOOD OR CHAMBER ENCASING A MATERIAL HANDLER : Orifice for filaments or fibers (e.g., spinneret))
Patent 5540577: Injection molding machine capable of reducing the work required to an operator
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO OR ACTUATED BY MEANS SENSING OR DETECTING A CONDITION OR MATERIAL TRIGGERED : Mold motion or position control : By means responsive to weight of feed material)
Patent 5540578: Bagel stick forming device
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PRESS FORMING MEANS, PRESS RESHAPING MEANS, OR VULCANIZING MEANS IS ENDLESS SURFACE TYPE : Endless belt coacting with stationary platen or with reciprocating shaping means : Bagel : Orbiting about vertical axis)
Patent 5540579: Injection mold used to mold a preform with a hanger
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND MEANS TO SHAPE PARISON DIRECTLY BY INTERNAL FLUID PRESSURE, (E.G., BLOW MOLD, ETC.) : Including means to prepare parison : Cleaner coacting with traveling former)
Patent 5540580: Injection molding apparatus and blow-molding apparatus using said injection molding apparatus
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND MEANS TO SHAPE PARISON DIRECTLY BY INTERNAL FLUID PRESSURE, (E.G., BLOW MOLD, ETC.) : Plural female molds and means to shape parison at each directly by internal fluid pressure : With means to support molds for movement with continuously moving work : Comprising staged inflation means)
Patent 5540581: Mold for injection molding a thermoplastic part free from sink marks using a void inducing member
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : With means to evacuate mold or provide controlled environment : Means for transfer molding)
Patent 5540582: Expandable cavity core element for use in an injection molding system
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : Mold having movable core or movable pin : Means to move mold)
Patent 5540583: Fuel combustion exhibiting low NO.sub.x and CO levels
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Flame shaping, or distributing components in combustion zone :)
Patent 5540584: Valve cam actuation system for regenerative thermal oxidizer
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Combustion products heat work by contact : Work chamber exhaust heats chamber feed : By regenerative-type heat exchanger : Spaced alternating or successive chamber exhausts feed plural regenerators : Radiant type)
Patent 5540585: Self-igniting hand torches
(COMBUSTION : BURNER HAVING ELECTRICAL HEATER OR IGNITER : Spark electrode in front of or adjacent fuel discharger : Capillary fuel holder)
Patent 5540586: Elastomeric orthodontic ligatures
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Arch wire attachment : Metallic spring)
Patent 5540587: Dental irrigating and aspiration system
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Endodontic : Parallel drilling)
Patent 5540588: Teflon-coated intraoral tissue retraction cord
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having absorption means or means to isolate tooth or mouth from adjacent area (e.g., bib, dam, etc.) : Arbor)
Patent 5540589: Audio interactive tutor
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Map or terrain model)
Patent 5540590: Method for predicting human evaluation of latching and unlatching sounds
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PSYCHOLOGY : Soldering or welding)
Patent 5540591: Exercising apparatus
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PHYSICAL EDUCATION : Swimming : Means on hand or finger for indicating finger to be used)
Patent 5540592: Training manikin for cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, THERAPEUTIC TREATMENT, OR SURGERY RELATING TO HUMAN BEING : Cardiac massage or artificial respiration : Means mounting upper and lower tooth models for relative movement)
Patent 5540593: Coil type contactor and connector using the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Conductor is compressible and to be sandwiched between panel circuits : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)
Patent 5540594: Elastomeric connector having increased compression range
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Conductor is compressible and to be sandwiched between panel circuits : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)
Patent 5540595: Lamp operating accessory circuit construction
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Within distinct housing spaced from panel circuit arrangement : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected)
Patent 5540596: Electric plug for supplying current to electric appliances
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Within distinct housing spaced from panel circuit arrangement : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected)
Patent 5540597: All flex PCMCIA-format cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Flexible panel : Automotive junction box)
Patent 5540598: Pin spacer for an electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Panel circuit adapted to move along panel plane relative to coupling part for insertion of male contact : Connected by transversely inserted pin)
Patent 5540599: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ADAPTED TO COOPERATE WITH DUPLICATE CONNECTOR : Butt coupling : Pivotal)
Patent 5540600: Electrical connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Rectilinearly moving operator : Piercing means comprising end of screw)
Patent 5540601: Adapter for computer interface
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 5540602: Terminal junction block having commoned bus members
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Having three or more spaced, electrically interconnected, duplicate terminals or contacts : Having protective cover formed from insulating material)
Patent 5540603: Female contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Socket comprises tubular body having resilient means for gripping inserted elongated contact (includes split or slotted tube) : Adapted to receive thin blade contact (e.g., spade receiving))
Patent 5540604: Aquatic vehicle with articulated steering
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Rotary cranking arm : Plural-crank type : By gearing)
Patent 5540605: Water inlet foil grating of motorboat
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Having means to prevent clogging : Produced by combustion)
Patent 5540606: Adjustable steering apparatus for outboard motors
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Having link or lever to move propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit : Tilt and/or trim)
Patent 5540607: Device for guiding a loading/unloading buoy into a receiving space at the bottom of a vessel
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BUOY : For mooring a vessel : Having liquid cargo transfer means : Having swivel coupling for cargo conduit :)
Patent 5540608: Play devices for playing musical tunes when repeatedly actuated
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING MEANS FOR FORMING TRANSITORY BUBBLE : Having retractable coin slot or guard)
Patent 5540609: Story quilt and associated set of dolls
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : BODY-CARRIED OR WORN : Wheeled vehicle)
Patent 5540610: Flying disc water toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Spinning disc (e.g., flying saucer) : And projector)
Patent 5540611: Air actuated flexible beverage container cover
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Including figure toy : Having ballast feature)
Patent 5540612: Simulated eyes for toys having convex lens body
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Head : Eye : Three-dimensional folded figure)
Patent 5540613: Cutter apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : Hydraulically driven : Sizing gauge controlled)
Patent 5540614: Apparatus for grinding workpieces
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Reciprocating tool : Rectilinear : Ultrasonic : Gear abrader)
Patent 5540615: Machine balancer
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : For hanging rigid, rotary abrading tool : With balancing provision : Planetary)
Patent 5540616: Vacuum attachment for a sander
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Wall surfacing machine : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 5540617: Filter arrangement consisting of at least two filters which can be flowed through one after the other
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : With air treatment means : Porous filter : Wheel-axle operated)
Patent 5540618: Passive attenuator for shelter protection against explosions
(VENTILATION : BLAST OR SHOCK WAVE PREVENTION : Cabinet enclosure (e.g., display case, etc.))
Patent 5540619: Control of prime mover in HVAC distribution system
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including automatic control means : For outlet airway)
Patent 5540620: Torque vibration absorbing device
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Concentric : Plural, circumferentially spaced coil springs)
Patent 5540621: Rotary coupling apparatus using composite materials
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Nonmetallic element : Annular element between and coincident with drive and driven members : Including means to receive radially spaced axially extending projection on drive and driven members : Along curved centerline)
Patent 5540622: Water slide
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : BODY SLIDE : Water slide : Coiled type)
Patent 5540623: Bowling thumb hole tape tool
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Ball)
Patent 5540624: Approach section for a bowling alley
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Alley or board structure : Backstop, division board, or adjunct therefor)
Patent 5540625: Pneumatically enhanced golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Shaft : Including nonmetallic material or vibratory wave modifying feature : Resilient sleeve engaging hosel and outer shaft wall)
Patent 5540626: Damper pulley
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : RESILIENT CONNECTION BETWEEN PULLEY OR GUIDE-ROLL RIM AND MOUNT : Plural belts in series via countershaft)
Patent 5540627: Auto-tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Pulley or guide roll has eccentric mount for shifting or tensioning movement : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)
Patent 5540628: Methods and systems for improving the operation of transmissions for motor vehicles
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Pressure control : With reversing means)
Patent 5540629: Mechanism for conteracting reaction torque in a powered, reversible, hand-held rotary driver
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Spur gear differential : With roller bearing between gear and its support)
Patent 5540630: Twist planet drive
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANETARY GEARING OR ELEMENT : Coaxial teeth around planet pinion engage axially spaced relatively rotatable gears : And lock-up clutch)
Patent 5540631: Continuously variable transmission with a hydraulic control system
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID CONTROL : Of toroidal transmission : And electric or magnetic control)
Patent 5540632: Control process and control arrangement for a continuously variable speed transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Controlled by engine map : Stopped at end of cycle)
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