Patents 5542162 - 5542418

 

 

Patent 5542162: Buckle for safety belts
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : SEPARABLE-FASTENER OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF (E.G., PROJECTION AND CAVITY TO COMPLETE INTERLOCK) : Including member having distinct formations and mating member selectively interlocking therewith : Receiving member includes either movable connection between interlocking components or variable configuration cavity : And operator therefor : Including slidably connected and guided element on receiving member : For shifting pivotally connected interlocking component : Element and component pivot about same axis)

Patent 5542163: Electrically-conducting adhesion-promoter
(METAL WORKING : BATTERY-GRID MAKING :)

Patent 5542164: Method for forming a barb on a tip of a fishhook
(METAL WORKING : FISHHOOK MAKING : By use of rotary cutter or die)

Patent 5542165: Line to produce strip and/or sheet
(METAL WORKING : PLURAL DIVERSE MANUFACTURING APPARATUS INCLUDING MEANS FOR METAL SHAPING OR ASSEMBLING : Casting and working : And work-holder for assembly)

Patent 5542167: Device for attaching/detaching shaft snap ring and hole snap ring
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Spring applier or remover : Circular spring : With ring encirclement)

Patent 5542168: Method for processing and assembly of small parts utilizing a robot
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : With testing or indicating : Using optical instrument (excludes mere human eyeballing) : Determining relative number of threaded member rotations)

Patent 5542169: Covering for flower pot and floral grouping
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Assembling or joining : Metal deforming with nonmetallic bonding : By manipulating aligning means)

Patent 5542170: Apparatus for inserting insulation sheets into slots of a stator core
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means to assemble electrical device : Motor or generator : Means to position insulation : Self-piercing work part)

Patent 5542171: Method of selectively releasing plastic molding material from a surface
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : On flat or curved insulated base, e.g., printed circuit, etc. : Assembling to base an electrical component, e.g., capacitor, etc. : By metal fusion : With deforming of lead or terminal)

Patent 5542173: Method of making flexible defibrillation electrode
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : Including coating or impregnating)

Patent 5542174: Method and apparatus for forming solder balls and solder columns
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : On flat or curved insulated base, e.g., printed circuit, etc. : Assembling to base an electrical component, e.g., capacitor, etc. : By metal fusion : With deforming of lead or terminal)

Patent 5542175: Method of laminating and circuitizing substrates having openings therein
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : On flat or curved insulated base, e.g., printed circuit, etc. : Manufacturing circuit on or in base : By deforming or shaping)

Patent 5542176: Radiation plate and method of producing the same
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Heat exchanger or boiler making : Blade making)

Patent 5542177: Boiler tube bank repair
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Heat exchanger or boiler making : Blade making)

Patent 5542178: Razor for shaving curved areas of the body
(CUTLERY : RAZORS : Combined : With additional cutter means : With can support)

Patent 5542179: Dry shaving apparatus with outer cutter frame locking means
(CUTLERY : RAZORS : With cooperating shearing blades : Reciprocating inner blade : And stationary outer blade : And stationary outer blade)

Patent 5542180: Heavy duty shear with anti-jam feature
(CUTLERY : COMBINED CUTLERY OR COMBINED WITH ANCILLARY FEATURE : With material-holder or disposal : Shears : Grip type : Suction-disposal means)

Patent 5542181: Interior cutting edge fork utensil
(CUTLERY : COMBINED CUTLERY OR COMBINED WITH ANCILLARY FEATURE : Cutlery : Knives and forks : With closure or portable receptacle support)

Patent 5542182: Cove mitering tool
(CUTLERY : CUTTING TOOLS : Plural cooperating blades : Nippers : With guide and/or gauge : Scroll type)

Patent 5542183: Firefighter's ceiling cutting tool
(CUTLERY : CUTTING TOOLS : With blade moving means : Rotary blade : With presser foot)

Patent 5542184: Tape measure knife attachment for cutting drywall
(CUTLERY : CUTTING TOOLS : With guard and/or guide : Blade or material guide : Adjustable : Hand- or finger-supported)

Patent 5542185: Device for describing arcs
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : SCRIBER : Curved line : Compass : Tandem pantographs)

Patent 5542186: Clear view peep sight for archery bow
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : STRAIGHT-LINE LIGHT RAY TYPE : Structurally installed : Archery bow : Multimarkers)

Patent 5542187: Alignment assembly and method
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : STRAIGHTEDGE TYPE : Wall guide and plumb (e.g., building construction) : Pendulum)

Patent 5542188: Measuring apparatus for checking the dimensions of cylindrical workpieces
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Automotive : Piston, piston ring, or crankshaft : With piston)

Patent 5542189: Timing chain adjusting device
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Automotive : Cylinder lock tumbler decoder)

Patent 5542190: Bifold field marker
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Collocating : Earth contacting or working : Hand stamp registration with respect to printing location on sheet to be printed)

Patent 5542191: Footwear drying insert
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : APPARATUS : For hollow article : With gas or vapor flow for contact)

Patent 5542192: Vacuum roll apparatus
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : APPARATUS : Rotary drums or receptacles : External : Plural : Gas or vapor circulation for contact with treated material : Through material or introduction through drum :)

Patent 5542193: Dryer group for curl control
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : APPARATUS : Rotary drums or receptacles : External : Plural : With belts or felts : With threading, stripping, or guiding devices :)

Patent 5542194: Silicon carbide body for radiating far-infrared radiation, drying apparatus including the body, and firing apparatus including the body
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : MATERIAL TREATED BY ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY : Infrared energy : Having treating gas or vapor circulation)

Patent 5542195: Shoe construction with internal cushioning ribs
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : SOLES : Cushion : Peg)

Patent 5542196: Insole
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : INSOLES : Laminated : Detachable)

Patent 5542197: Snowshoe with adjustable decking tension
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : BOOTS AND SHOES : Occupational or athletic shoe (e.g., roof climbing, gardening, etc.) : Athletic shoe or attachment therefor : For a sport (e.g., skating, skiing, etc.) featuring relative movement between shoe and ground : For walking or sliding on shifting media : Snow shoe (e.g., having binding, harness, etc.) : Having semi-rigid upper with adjustable flexibility)

Patent 5542198: Bowling shoe construction with removable slide pad and heel
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : BOOTS AND SHOES : Occupational or athletic shoe (e.g., roof climbing, gardening, etc.) : Athletic shoe or attachment therefor : For bowling : For walking or sliding on shifting media)

Patent 5542199: Garment pressing apparatus with garment end rotator
(TEXTILES: IRONING OR SMOOTHING : SMOOTHING MACHINES : With clamping or stretching : Conveyor belt)

Patent 5542200: Number plate including luminous characters
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : LICENSE PLATES : Illuminated : Of plate only)

Patent 5542201: Indirectly illuminated sign
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : ILLUMINATED SIGN : Lamp box : Exit : Map type)

Patent 5542202: Changeable letters for signs
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : ILLUMINATED SIGN : Lamp box : Interchangeable plate : Interchangeable letters or numbers : Endless carrier type)

Patent 5542203: Mobile sign with solar panel
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : SIGNS : Sign support : Collapsible : Fastener)

Patent 5542204: Fly-fishing line holding device
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : FISHING : Duck)

Patent 5542205: Automatic hook setting fishing pole holder
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : FISHING : Automatic hookers or catchers : Seines)

Patent 5542206: Lure and tackle stacking container
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : FISHING : Holder : Sinkers with guards or retrieving features)

Patent 5542207: Process for controlling insect infestations in a structure
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : VERMIN DESTROYING : Insect : Vaporizers)

Patent 5542208: Mobile unit for treating soil
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : MISCELLANEOUS :)

Patent 5542209: Stalk support for flowers
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : PLANT SUPPORTS : Props)

Patent 5542210: Apparatus for supporting plantlife growing in a ground area
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : PLANT SUPPORTS : Vertical : Vertical array)

Patent 5542211: Revolving security door for banks and the like
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : PLURAL WINGS RADIATE FROM COMMON PIVOT; I.E., REVOLVING : Radially positioned)

Patent 5542212: locking terminal for full tilt double-hung windows
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : MOUNTED FOR OPTIONAL MOVEMENTS : Pivot mounted on sliding member; e.g., slide-stile : Vertical position holder actuated by pivoting closure : Free stile slide-closure latch, closure carried)

Patent 5542213: Sliding marine closure
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : MOUNTED FOR MULTIDIRECTIONAL OR OBLIQUE MOVEMENT : Initial or terminal movement transverse to sliding movement edgewise of portal : Closure carried by track-mounted carriage : Crank arm-type link)

Patent 5542214: Flush-closing multi-pane window assembly for motor vehicles
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : MOVABLE CLOSURE AND ITS SUPPORT TRANSFERABLE AS UNIT : Reciprocates vertically in and out of housing)

Patent 5542215: Sash supporting structure of hinged swinging window
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH MEANS MOUNTING CLOSURE FOR SWINGING : Unitary structural member and hinge element : Plural; e.g., gang)

Patent 5542216: Sliding door closing device
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH MEANS MOUNTING CLOSURE FOR RECIPROCATION : Louver end caps; e.g., mounting clips)

Patent 5542217: Molded one-piece entry door flashing pan
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : THRESHOLD : With drain or vent : Closure carried)

Patent 5542218: Structural support frame for ceramic tile corner seats and service trays
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INCLUDING COMPONENT (E.G., WALL) DESIGNED TO RECEIVE A DISPARATE ARTICLE HAVING DISPARATE ARTICLE MOUNTED THERETO : Lavatory fixture : Swinging)

Patent 5542219: Wall panel interlock leveling device
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WITH LIFTING OR HANDLING MEANS FOR PRIMARY COMPONENT OR ASSEMBLY : Position adjusting means; e.g., leveling : For vertical barrier only : Threaded element engages support surface : Diverse side and top panels)

Patent 5542220: Hydrostatic anti-vibration system and adjusting method therefor
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MEANS COMPENSATING EARTH-TRANSMITTED FORCE (E.G., EARTHQUAKE) : Supporting separate axially aligned shaft)

Patent 5542221: Dual stiffness flooring
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : UNDERLYING COMPRESSIBLE LAYER OR PAD (E.G., FLOOR SYSTEMS) : Held by separate spacer)

Patent 5542222: Corner post support member
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : CONDUIT, TRIM, OR SHIELD MEMBER AT CORNER : With revealed embedded protector)

Patent 5542223: Air duct boot
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WALL, CEILING, FLOOR, OR ROOF DESIGNED FOR VENTILATION OR DRAINAGE : Shaft)

Patent 5542224: Louver
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : LOUVERED PANEL : Interfitted with surfacing section)

Patent 5542225: Anchoring system for installing exterior materials to a building structure
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHEETLIKE ELEMENT ASSEMBLED PARALLEL TO EXISTING WALL, CEILING, OR FLOOR (E.G., INSULATING PANEL, SHEATHING) : Mounting means attached to facer; e.g., upholstery panel : Section designed (e.g., groove, integral hanger) to fasten to retaining means)

Patent 5542226: Roofer's grid apparatus
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : LAPPED MULTIPLANAR SURFACING; E.G., SHINGLE TYPE : With fastener or anchor : Edge-embracing : With integral piercing point : With terminal flange extending beyond joint)

Patent 5542227: Structural metal roof system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : OPENWORK; E.G., TRUSS, TRELLIS, GRILLE, SCREEN, FRAME, OR REBAR CHAIR : Curvilinear or peaked truss : Diagonal and horizontal bracing extend from juncture of sections)

Patent 5542228: Tieing device made of wire for connecting reinforcing rods for concrete constructions
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : ASSEMBLED IN SITU-TYPE ANCHOR OR TIE : Sheet or wire tie : Internal stop for head of element held)

Patent 5542229: Concrete pole and method of reinforcing same
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAFT (I.E., ELONGATED RIGID STRUCTURE) : Stone-like component (e.g., concrete, etc.) : Upright : Sustainer : Having outer layer or shell : Partial sleeve or collar : Collapsible)

Patent 5542230: Connecting rods
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAFT (I.E., ELONGATED RIGID STRUCTURE) : End-to-end connected sections : Having feature resisting transverse loading (e.g., beam))

Patent 5542231: Apparatus for adapting carrier stock-applying machine to apply carrier stock having container-engaging and handle portions.
(PACKAGE MAKING : MULTIPLE BOTTLE OR CAN CARRIER TYPE PACKAGE : Of stretchable material : Continuous web : By folding multiple preformed flap)

Patent 5542232: Transitional slide for use with a cushion-creating machine
(PACKAGE MAKING : WITH CONTENTS TREATING : Reshaping : Folding or rolling : Sheet material or garments : Pressure platen)

Patent 5542233: Packaging installation for receptacles each having a base presenting at least one long side and at least one short side
(PACKAGE MAKING : MEANS TO FILL AND CLOSE PREFORMED RECEPTACLE : With separate closure : Endless conveyor for receptacle : Common infeed means)

Patent 5542234: Improved method of providing resealable containers and matching lockable lids
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : With contents treating : Vacuum or gas treating : Receptacle forming : Against side of receptacle)

Patent 5542235: Method and apparatus for manufacturing a blister cardboard pack
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Forming or partial forming a receptacle and subsequent filling : Forming a pocket or depression in cover material by applying heat or pressure (e.g., stretch forming) : Forming a capsule : By simultaneously conveying and compressing)

Patent 5542236: Method of dispensing unit doses of medications and associated products
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Filling preformed receptacle and closing : U-fold forming initial wrap)

Patent 5542237: Recycle shipping assembly
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Filling preformed receptacle and closing : With protective media (e.g., shock absorbing) : Bag, tube, center-folded web)

Patent 5542238: Apparatus and method for loading horizontal stacks of containers into a carton
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Filling preformed receptacle : With successive like contents or layers of like contents : Bag, tube, center-folded web)

Patent 5542239: Method for welding a packing band of thermoplastic resin and a welded band resulting therefrom
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Closing package or filled receptacle : By heat sealing : Bag, tube, center-folded web)

Patent 5542240: Water craft for reducing aquatic plant infestation
(HARVESTERS : MARINE : Rotating cutting reel)

Patent 5542241: Control for lawn mowers and the like and other wheeled walk behind powered apparatus
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : With selective control of drive means : By brake and disengageable drive (e.g., clutch) : For individual harvesting unit)

Patent 5542242: Clippings receptacle with orbiting lawn mower
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : Including plural operating units and drive : For discharging crop from harvester)

Patent 5542243: Lawn tractor having a blower unit and a grass clippings transport duct
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : Including driven air-blower unit : For discharging crop from harvester : To suction head)

Patent 5542244: Method of making a rope chain with a jewelry component
(CHAIN, STAPLE, AND HORSESHOE MAKING : CHAIN MAKING : Blanks and processes : Holding devices)

Patent 5542245: Compressed jewelry chain and method of making same
(CHAIN, STAPLE, AND HORSESHOE MAKING : CHAIN MAKING : Blanks and processes : Holding devices)

Patent 5542246: Bulkhead cooling fairing
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Coaxial combustion products generator and turbine : Continuous combustion type)

Patent 5542247: Apparatus powered using laser supplied energy
(POWER PLANTS : REACTION MOTOR (E.G., MOTIVE FLUID GENERATOR AND REACTION NOZZLE, ETC.) : Electric, nuclear, or radiated energy fluid heating means :)

Patent 5542248: Air-fuel ratio control system for internal combustion engines
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Having means analyzing composition of exhaust gas : Anti-pollution)

Patent 5542249: Exhaust apparatus
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : By means producing a chemical reaction of a component of the exhaust gas : Condition responsive control of reactor feed, pressure, or by-pass : Of or by pressure in reactor or of engine exhaust : Check valve feeds air to exhaust system : One component free metal)

Patent 5542250: Method and apparatus for actuating a direct source exhaust gas capture system
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Pump draws exhaust gas from engine : Two-cycle engine)

Patent 5542251: Control and regulation device for a vehicle travel drive
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Having condition responsive control in a system of distinct or separately operable outputs or output drive units : Speed of, pressure in, or position of one output motor or motor section controls another : Suction pressure on motor regulated)

Patent 5542252: Safety valve structure for hydraulic jacks
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Ram driven by fluid pumped from reservoir : Reversible delivery from pump means)

Patent 5542253: Vehicular braking system having a low-restriction master cylinder check valve
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Pulsator : Master piston of one pulsator circuit drives master piston of a parallel circuit through a resilient, fluid or lost motion connection : Power fluid also fed into a separate expansible chamber directly driving output means)

Patent 5542254: Cryogenic cooler
(REFRIGERATION : GAS COMPRESSION, HEAT REGENERATION AND EXPANSION, E.G., STIRLING CYCLE : Thermoelectric; e.g., peltier effect)

Patent 5542255: High temperature resistant thermal insulation for cryogenic tanks
(REFRIGERATION : STORAGE OF SOLIDIFIED OR LIQUIFIED GAS (E.G., CRYOGEN) : Automatic control)

Patent 5542256: Sample holding device
(REFRIGERATION : CRYOGENIC TREATMENT OF GAS OR GAS MIXTURE : Liquefaction : Utilizing Joule-Thomson effect : He3/He4 dilution refrigerator (i.e., superfluid) : Extruded pellets)

Patent 5542257: Cryogenic pump with an essentially cup-shaped housing
(REFRIGERATION : LOW PRESSURE COLD TRAP PROCESS AND APPARATUS : Storing solidified gas)

Patent 5542258: Method for controlling a dew prevention heater for a refrigerator
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Defrosting or frost inhibiting : Sequential stages, e.g., composite block making)

Patent 5542259: Open cycle desiccant cooling process
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Circulating external gas : With removing of moisture : By sorption : By injecting)

Patent 5542260: Night-storage underfloor cooling systems
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Gas-liquid contact cooler, fluid flow : Evacuating means, e.g., jet pump)

Patent 5542261: Refrigerant evaporator over-pressure relief system including a fluid containment vessel
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Trapping and discharging refrigerant batches : Evacuating means, e.g., jet pump)

Patent 5542262: Apparatus for controlling kimchi storage temperature in refrigerator
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Refrigeration producer : Compressor or its drive controlled : By external cooled gas : By conducted evaporator temperature)

Patent 5542263: Window mounted air conditioner
(REFRIGERATION : STRUCTURAL INSTALLATION : Window connected or mounted : Spaced elongated air inlet and outlet type, e.g., air curtain)

Patent 5542264: Water reservoir for a refrigerator
(REFRIGERATION : COOLED ARTICLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT AND COOLED ISOLATED MATERIAL HANDLER : Liquid container or flow line within cooled enclosure : Secondary evaporator contacting inner liner, e.g., two zone cold wall)

Patent 5542265: External refrigerator-mounted liquid dispenser
(REFRIGERATION : WITHDRAWABLE LIQUID, E.G., DISPENSER : Means dispersing sublimed gas into cooled enclosure)

Patent 5542266: Refrigeration system with compressor using refrigeration oil insoluble in refrigerant
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : With lubricant handling means : Of unitary motor-compressor in casing : Lateral ice melt distributor)

Patent 5542267: Absorption heating and cooling device
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : Sorbent type : Means causing cooling fluid contact with sorber and/or condenser : With sorber-generator cooling means)

Patent 5542268: Hand knitting apparatus and method
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : MISCELLANEOUS :)

Patent 5542269: Warp knitted fabric with ribbed satin-like back
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : FABRICS OR ARTICLES : Warp : Warp)

Patent 5542270: Guide bar arrangment for warp knitting machine having bending tranducers
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : INDEPENDENT-NEEDLE MACHINES : Straight : Warp : Means to control motion of needle, or needle cooperating element : Guide bar : Quilting)

Patent 5542271: Air-conditioner employing non-azeotrope refrigerant
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : Compressor-condenser-evaporator circuit : Diverse fluids : Submerged gas-liquid contact means)

Patent 5542272: Numerical combination lock with turning knob, cam plate, and drop lever
(LOCKS : OPERATING MECHANISM : Using a powered device (e.g., motor) : Electrical type (e.g., solenoid) : Actuated after correct combination recognized (e.g., numerical, alphabetical, or magnet(s) pattern) : Using a dial having indicia or pointer and indicia : With mechanism having rocker arm or linked bars : Coaxial clutch connection)

Patent 5542273: Positive acting barrel lock
(LOCKS : PORTABLE : Padlocks : Key-controlled : Non-shackle type : Single stem or shank : Swinging detent)

Patent 5542274: Cylinder lock
(LOCKS : OPERATING MECHANISM : Key : Single key : Tumbler type : Cylinder type : Rotary plug : Sliding tumblers : Transverse of plug : Including sidebar : Rotatable pins (e.g., MEDECO lock))

Patent 5542275: Flat die thread roller
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF TOOL ACTING DURING RELATIVE ROTATION BETWEEN TOOL AND WORK ABOUT INTERNAL CENTER (E.G., GYRATING OR ROTATING TOOL) : During rotation of work : Caused by tools (e.g., "platens") relatively moving parallel to their surface : Including stationary tool : Force feed)

Patent 5542276: Method and an apparatus for ejecting an elongate blank from a die
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF CLOSED-DIE AND COACTING WORK-FORCER (E.G., PUSH-DRAWING) : With stripping or ejecting from tool : By passing electric current through work)

Patent 5542277: Apparatus for stripping a drawn article from a punch
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF CLOSED-DIE AND COACTING WORK-FORCER (E.G., PUSH-DRAWING) : With stripping or ejecting from tool : Timed with tool motion : Distinct temperature modifications at distinct locations of workpiece)

Patent 5542278: Method of radial forging
(METAL DEFORMING : PROCESS : Coiling and/or twisting : Forming holes in tube)

Patent 5542279: Method of incorporating wide tolerance set point potentiometers into devices with fixed orientation setpoint indicator scales
(MEASURING AND TESTING : INSTRUMENT PROVING OR CALIBRATING : Span or set point adjustment (e.g., zero correction) : Reference standard detail)

Patent 5542280: Automated gauge, assessment system and method
(MEASURING AND TESTING : INSTRUMENT PROVING OR CALIBRATING : Speed, velocity, or acceleration : Optical or magnetic sensing : Involving pendulum or impact)

Patent 5542281: Method for testing the abrasion property and measuring friction coefficient of circumferential surface of cylindrical object and
(MEASURING AND TESTING : FRICTIONAL RESISTANCE, COEFFICIENT OR CHARACTERISTICS : Wheel tread, tire, track, or roadway)

Patent 5542282: Markless press brake material protector
(METAL DEFORMING : BY RELATIVELY MOVABLE OFFSET TOOL-FACES (E.G., FOR BENDING OR DRAWING) : With tool motion in fixed path : Between and co-planar with opposed tools : For a small radius bend : Elongated knife edge die (i.e., press brake) : Both tools telescoping into closed die)

Patent 5542283: Bending machine
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH MEANS TO DRIVE TOOL : With means to permit tool positioning : By means to connect and/or disconnect tool from its drive)

Patent 5542284: Method and instrument for measuring differential oxygen concentration between two flowing gas streams
(MEASURING AND TESTING : GAS ANALYSIS : Particular separator)

Patent 5542285: Method and apparatus for transient temperature compensation in gas analyzer equipment
(MEASURING AND TESTING : GAS ANALYSIS : With compensation detail (for error or drift correction, etc.) : Lubricant)

Patent 5542286: Method and apparatus for correcting flow and pressure sensor drift in a gas chromatograph
(MEASURING AND TESTING : GAS ANALYSIS : With compensation detail (for error or drift correction, etc.) : For gas chromatography : Pivoted)

Patent 5542287: Portable gas pressure monitor with independently adjustable high and low set points
(MEASURING AND TESTING : WITH FLUID PRESSURE : Leakage : Fluid handling conduit in situ : Sheet or filament)

Patent 5542288: Testing of packages
(MEASURING AND TESTING : WITH FLUID PRESSURE : Leakage : Receptacle : Sealed : Mesh envelope)

Patent 5542289: Apparatus and method for the study of liquid-liquid interfacial rheology
(MEASURING AND TESTING : LIQUID ANALYSIS OR ANALYSIS OF THE SUSPENSION OF SOLIDS IN A LIQUID : Surface tension : Liquid droplet : Vaporization (e.g., evaporation, distillation, etc.))

Patent 5542290: Control system for chassis dynamometer for simulating road test of automotive vehicle
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : With vehicle wheel supporting roller or belt : Miles per gallon)

Patent 5542291: Misfire detection in an internal combustion engine using modified median averaging
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Disparate tests under operating conditions : With continuous operation : By angular displacement of opposite ends of specimen)

Patent 5542292: Method and device for monitoring a secondary-air system of a motor vehicle
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Testing auxiliary unit : With continuous operation)

Patent 5542293: Pressure detecting apparatus for detecting vehicle tire air pressure
(MEASURING AND TESTING : TIRE, TREAD OR ROADWAY : Tire inflation testing installation : By direct fluid pressure reading : Telemetric (e.g., indicator on cowl) : Electric : Cantilever)

Patent 5542294: Wheel balancer quick calibration check
(MEASURING AND TESTING : ROTOR UNBALANCE : Dynamic (spinning) : With electrical sensor and indicator : Vaporization (e.g., evaporation, distillation, etc.))

Patent 5542295: Apparatus to minimize stiction in micromachined structures
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPEED, VELOCITY, OR ACCELERATION : Acceleration determination utilizing inertial element : Specific type of electric sensor or specific type of magnetic sensor : Rebalance : Electrostatic restoring means : Crank operated)

Patent 5542296: Compact capacitive acceleration sensor
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPEED, VELOCITY, OR ACCELERATION : Acceleration determination utilizing inertial element : Specific type of electric sensor or specific type of magnetic sensor : Capacitive sensor : Frequency or phase shift)

Patent 5542297: Acceleration sensor
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPEED, VELOCITY, OR ACCELERATION : Acceleration determination utilizing inertial element : Pendulum or beam : Piezoelectric sensor)

Patent 5542298: Method for determining physical stage parameters of a medium and an apparatus for carrying out same
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VIBRATION : By mechanical waves : Beamed : Velocity or propagation time measurement : Horizontal fulcrum)

Patent 5542300: Low cost, center-mounted capacitive pressure sensor
(MEASURING AND TESTING : FLUID PRESSURE GAUGE : Diaphragm : With electrical readout : Capacitive : Electromagnetic)

Patent 5542301: Electromagnetic flowmeters and method of producing electromagnetic flowmeters with slits to reduce eddy currents
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VOLUME OR RATE OF FLOW : By measuring electrical or magnetic properties : Electromagnetic induction (e.g., Faraday type) : Digital)

Patent 5542302: Turbine wheel flow measuring transducer
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VOLUME OR RATE OF FLOW : Using turbine : With flow direction retained in a plane perpendicular to turbine axis : Axial supply and delivery)

Patent 5542303: Dual-peak torque measuring apparatus
(MEASURING AND TESTING : DYNAMOMETERS : Responsive to torque : During transmission to an external load : For making or breaking threaded connections (e.g., torque measuring wrenches) : With detection of specific torque value or condition (e.g., peak torque) : Drum)

Patent 5542304: Magnetostrictive torque sensor, magnetostrictive torque measuring apparatus, and condition-monitoring apparatus for a cutting tool using
(MEASURING AND TESTING : DYNAMOMETERS : Responsive to torque : During transmission to an external load : By measuring elastic deformation of a torque transmitting member : Using an electrical sensor : Inductance or reluctance sensor : Detecting magnetostrictive or magnetoelastic property : Interlaced teeth)

Patent 5542305: Liquid metering and transfer valve assembly particularly for flow cytometer
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Conduit or passageway section capture chamber : Single valve unit : Capture chamber within valve unit : Mounted for flow zone traverse)

Patent 5542306: Drag brake for truck mounted, clutch operated power takeoff device
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : POWER TAKE-OFF : Intermediate ends of power transmitting line : Vehicle propulsion transmitting line : Drive from transmission gear : Diverse-type brakes)

Patent 5542307: Hydrostatic transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : POWER TAKE-OFF : From shaft extension : Prime mover shaft, e.g., crank shaft : Interlocked rotator and brake)

Patent 5542308: Crank mechanism and machines, especially engines, using same
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY DRIVEN DEVICE ADJUSTABLE DURING OPERATION RELATIVE TO ITS SUPPORTING STRUCTURE : Rotary to or from reciprocating or oscillating : Crank, pitman, and slide : Multiple levers)

Patent 5542309: Gearbox
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Interchangeably locked : Control mechanism : Cam operated : Torque responsive)

Patent 5542310: Continuous-torque variable-speed mechanical gear transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Interchangeably locked : Single forward and reverse speeds : Alternative clutch shaft : Single forward and reverse : Single key : Spur gears : Sliding clutch operator :)

Patent 5542311: Toothed-wheel gear with parallel shafts
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Pressure distributing : Governor control)

Patent 5542312: Hand control for vehicles
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element : Interconnected : Hand and foot : Shift fork structure)

Patent 5542313: Dual radius geometry accelerator control system
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Foot operated : Accelerator : Mountings)

Patent 5542314: Computer supports
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Variable output force : Handles : Hand wheels : Handholds and grips)

Patent 5542315: Elephant's foot adjusting screw assembly for internal combustion engine
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Pitmans and connecting rods : Longitudinally adjustable : Automatic release)

Patent 5542316: Cam type gearless interaxle differential mechanism
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Nonplanetary gearing differential type (e.g., gearless differentials) : Grip features)

Patent 5542317: Rotary index table assembly
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY MEMBER OR SHAFT INDEXING, E.G., TOOL OR WORK TURRET : Locking means : Sequential)

Patent 5542318: Bi-directional gripping apparatus
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Machine : Round work : Common axis drive)

Patent 5542319: Adjustable rachet-style self-tightening wrench
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Pivoted inner jaw : Pin fulcrum : Traveling jaw : Rocking sleeve : Spring-pressed : Sleeve-enclosed nut :)

Patent 5542320: Magnetic keeper accessory for wrench sockets
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Rigid jaws : Enclosed (e.g., socket) : Work-holding : Dust protectors)

Patent 5542321: Basin wrench for plastic nuts
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Rigid jaws : Double-ended : Having perpendicular handle)

Patent 5542322: Compact folding wrench
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Handle or shank : Foldable or flexible : With yieldable one-way detent)

Patent 5542323: Screw strip with overlapping washers, and method and apparatus for installation
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Machine : With feed or magazine means : Including driven, flexible, work supporting strip : Flexible shaft)

Patent 5542324: Form drilling or turning device
(TURNING : RADIALLY MOVING ROTATING TOOL INSIDE BORE : Forming non-circular bore :)

Patent 5542325: Sheet cutting apparatus
(CUTTING : WITH MEANS TO CONVEY WORK RELATIVE TO TOOL STATION : With work-constraining means on work conveyer (i.e., "work-carrier") : With additional work-locating means on work-carrier : By indexing means)

Patent 5542326: Bale cutting device
(CUTTING : BY ENDLESS BAND OR CHAIN KNIFE : With tool in-feed : Including ground-traversing vehicle : By reciprocating rigid support)

Patent 5542327: Wire stripping apparatus
(CUTTING : OTHER THAN COMPLETELY THROUGH WORK THICKNESS OR THROUGH WORK PRESENTED :)

Patent 5542328: Piano hammer rail stop assembly
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Pianos : Expression devices : Pianissimo devices : Curtain type : With slide valves)

Patent 5542329: Device for improving sound in guitars and similar stringed instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Details : Bodies : Guard-plate type)

Patent 5542330: Multi-tuner bridge for stringed musical instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Details : Strings and fastenings : Guitar bridges : Dampers independent)

Patent 5542331: Sound-producing reed for wind instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Wind : Wood winds : Clarinets : Mouthpieces : Reeds : Adjustable)

Patent 5542332: Keyboard apparatus for electronic musical instrument
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Drum and cymbal beaters : Keyboards : Keys : Fulcrums : Reeds)

Patent 5542333: Undersea vehicle ejection from capsules
(ORDNANCE : ROCKET LAUNCHING : Underwater launching : Rocket launched from container :)

Patent 5542334: Missile launch safety enhancement apparatus
(ORDNANCE : ROCKET LAUNCHING : Having safety devices for preventing premature ignition or launching : Rocket launched from container)

Patent 5542335: Hydraulic assist propulsion apparatus for vehicle drive
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : ROTARY AND RECIPROCATING WORKING MEMBERS : Motive fluid constantly applied to and vented from opposed chambers)

Patent 5542336: Positioning apparatus and method utilizing PWM control of a double-acting hydraulic cylinder
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : APPLICATION OF MOTIVE FLUID AT DIFFERENT PRESSURES TO OPPOSED WORKING MEMBER FACES : Double acting motor reversed by pressure variation of motive fluid : Fluid acts on each working member in single direction)

Patent 5542337: Electro-pneumatic valve positioning device
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Reversal responsive to motive fluid pressure change)

Patent 5542338: Rotary slide valve for power-assisted steering systems of motor vehicles
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Follower type : Plural movable valve parts : Valve part moves about an axis : With lost motion between input and reaction member)

Patent 5542339: Tube clamp for bundling a set of tubes for shipment and for mounting them to a loader boom
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : PLURAL RELATIVELY MOVABLE OR RIGIDLY INTERCONNECTED WORKING MEMBERS : Working member controls relatively movable inlet valve)

Patent 5542340: Wave cam type compressor
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : RELATIVELY MOVABLE WORKING MEMBERS : Interconnected with common rotatable shaft : Shaft axis parallel to axes of working members (70) : Single crankshaft offset from center of work chamber)

Patent 5542341: Wrist pin construction
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : PISTON : With separable means for pivotally mounting connecting rod to piston : Passage thru piston to opposite chamber)

Patent 5542342: Coffee grinder and brewer apparatus with basket sensing and grind only feature
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : BEVERAGE : Infusors : Automatic control : With agitating means)

Patent 5542343: Power steering assembly with damping ring
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Follower type : Plural movable valve parts : Valve part moves about an axis : With lost motion between input and reaction member)

Patent 5542344: Sous vide rethermalizer
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : Automatic control : Of cooking fluid : By heat responsive means)

Patent 5542345: Deflector for an automatic food cooking machine
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : With basting or solid applying means : Alarm)

Patent 5542346: Crumb collection tray
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : Slice toaster or broiler (e.g., grid types) : With drip or crumb receiving means : Removably guided)

Patent 5542347: Fry pan cooking shield and method
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : Imperforate sheet or griddle type : Movably or adjustably supported)

Patent 5542348: Process for compacting metal shavings
(PRESSES : METHODS : With separation from material of liquid expressed : Plastic band)

Patent 5542349: Pressing apparatus for folded printing products such as newspapers, periodicals and parts thereof
(PRESSES : CONCURRENT PRESSING AND CONVEYING : Roll type : Plural stage or pass : Opposed discs)

Patent 5542350: Draw-in device and process for feeding webs of material into a printing machine
(PRINTING : ROLLING CONTACT MACHINES : Rotary : Web : Feeding or delivering : Feeding or delivering)

Patent 5542351: Method for printing designs on pile fabrics
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Anti-offset material application)

Patent 5542352: Method and apparatus for cleaning stationary and moving printing press components
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Anti-offset material application)

Patent 5542353: Process and installation for sheet-by-sheet printing
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Transfer or offset : Of print medium)

Patent 5542354: Segmenting warhead projectile
(AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES : SHELLS : Having divided bursting charge : Shaped charge)

Patent 5542355: Tie plate track fastener feeder
(RAILWAYS : TRACK LAYERS : Track rail mounted spike driver : Hand tools)

Patent 5542356: Track-guided transport vehicle
(RAILWAYS : CAR-CARRIED PROPULSION SYSTEM : Electric : With regenerative energy means : Including local control)

Patent 5542357: Linear turbine propulsion system
(RAILWAY ROLLING STOCK : LOCOMOTIVES : Pneumatic : With pump : Jet propelled : Fasteners)

Patent 5542358: Ultra-light high moisture retention tile mortar
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Perlite containing : Organic material containing)

Patent 5542359: Collapsible fish cleaning table
(HORIZONTALLY SUPPORTED PLANAR SURFACES : WITH RECEPTACLE : Detachable or relatively movable : Alternately usable legs)

Patent 5542360: Pilot's flight desk
(HORIZONTALLY SUPPORTED PLANAR SURFACES : WITH STRUCTURAL INSTALLATION : Vehicle supported : Surface and support pivotally interconnected)

Patent 5542361: Method for adjusting the supply of a reaction gas to be fed into a smelting furnace, and a multipurpose burner designed for realizing the
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Burning pulverized fuel : Combustion product)

Patent 5542362: Apparatus for continuously planting seed and applying a soil additive
(PLANTING : LIQUID OR GAS SOIL TREATMENT : Drilling machines (i.e., furrow opener) : Angled)

Patent 5542363: Self locking seed tube
(PLANTING : DRILLING : Having depositor feature : Rotary opener)

Patent 5542364: Seed metering device
(PLANTING : DRILLING : Having depositor feature : Rotating dispensing element : Plate type trap : Vertical : Air pressure differential : Single row)

Patent 5542365: Ship having a crushable, energy absorbing hull assembly
(SHIPS : BUILDING : Deck or gunwale attachment)

Patent 5542366: Air cushion vehicle with high stability skirt system
(SHIPS : BUILDING : Antifriction surfaces : Air and oil films : With self-leveling passenger compartment)

Patent 5542367: Portable boat docking device and method for using the same
(SHIPS : BITTS, CLEATS, AND PIN RAILS : Couplers)

Patent 5542368: Lightweight anchor with tail fin
(SHIPS : ANCHOR : Fluke type : By movable line connection)

Patent 5542369: Kayak Safety buoyancy stirrup
(SHIPS : BOATS, BOAT COMPONENT OR ATTACHMENT : Canoe or kayak : Flat bottom)

Patent 5542370: Portable fishing deck and boat with fishing deck
(SHIPS : BOATS, BOAT COMPONENT OR ATTACHMENT : Sectional : Enclosed)

Patent 5542371: Watercraft seat suspension
(SHIPS : BOATS, BOAT COMPONENT OR ATTACHMENT : Seat and foot support : Former and framer)

Patent 5542372: Process for purification of DMT by film crystallization
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : PROCESSES OF GROWTH FROM LIQUID OR SUPERCRITICAL STATE : Having growth from a solution comprising a solvent which is liquid at or below 20 degrees Celsius (e.g., aqueous solution) : Precursor composition intentionally contains an excess component or a non-product appearing component (e.g., solvent, flux))

Patent 5542373: Method of manufacturing GaAs single crystals
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : FORMING FROM VAPOR OR GASEOUS STATE (E.G., VPE, SUBLIMATION) : With decomposition of a precursor (except impurity or dopant precursor) composed of diverse atoms (e.g., CVD) : Using an energy beam or field, a particle beam or field, or a plasma (e.g., ionization, PECVD, CBE, MOMBE, RF induction, laser) : Fully-sealed or vacuum-maintained chamber (e.g., ampoule))

Patent 5542374: Animal litter of clay and western red cedar
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : MATERIAL FOR ABSORBING MOISTURE FROM WASTE PRODUCT : Having clay component : Having flaccid liner)

Patent 5542375: Egg incubation system and method
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : INCUBATOR : Warmed by water : Incandescent lamp)

Patent 5542376: Animal entertainment and exercise stimulator
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : EXERCISE OR AMUSEMENT DEVICE : Toy, lure, fetch, or related device : Constrained to travel in circuitous path)

Patent 5542377: Portable sink table for dental prophys and procedures
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : ANIMAL CONTROLLING OR HANDLING (E.G., RESTRAINING, BREAKING, TRAINING, SORTING, CONVEYING, ETC.) : Platform (e.g., grooming table, etc.) : Having adjustable animal positioning or accommodating means)

Patent 5542378: Waterwall tube block design
(LIQUID HEATERS AND VAPORIZERS : WATER TUBE : Wall structure : With return or alternate flue)

Patent 5542379: Emulsion fuel feeding apparatus and method
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : WATER AND HYDROCARBON : Water into cylinder : Interengaging rotors)

Patent 5542380: Integrated dynamic air cleaner
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : COOLING : Air-cooled : Engine encasing air duct; e.g., cowling : Spiral passages)

Patent 5542381: Cylinder block for liquid-cooled engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : COOLING : With jacketed head and/or cylinder : Multiple cylinder : Spiral passages)

Patent 5542382: Dual compression and dual expansion internal combustion engine and method therefor
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : MULTIPLE PISTON, COMMON NONRESTRICTIVE COMBUSTION CHAMBER : Four-cycle : Four-cycle separate crankshaft for piston : Flanged cylinder or liner)

Patent 5542383: Dual output camshaft phase controller
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : With means for varying timing : Camshaft or cam characteristics : Antireverse protection)

Patent 5542384: Hydraulic engine starting equipment
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : STARTING DEVICE : Having fluid-driven starting motor : Auxiliary magneto)

Patent 5542385: Intake manifold for an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : INTAKE MANIFOLD : Multiple passage leading to inlet of one cylinder : Adjustable plenum)

Patent 5542386: Intake system for multiple cylinder combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : INTAKE MANIFOLD : Manifold tuning, balancing or pressure regulating means : Resonator chamber : Interconnection between plenums)

Patent 5542387: Component layout for engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : VIBRATION COMPENSATING DEVICE : Balancing arrangement : Devices for opening the ignition circuit when engine stops in order to save battery)

Patent 5542388: Air-flow control device for engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Having plural throttle valve structure : By electric means)

Patent 5542389: Control system for multi-cylinder internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Idle speed control : By electric means)

Patent 5542390: Method of altitude compensation of exhaust gas recirculation in an intake manifold for an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : SPARK IGNITION TIMING CONTROL : Vacuum timing control : Barometric pressure responsive : Speed responsive timing control)

Patent 5542392: Compressed natural gas fuel injection control system with improved mechanism for compensating for pressure, temperature and supply voltage
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Electrically actuated injector : Actuator circuit (e.g., engine condition responsive electronic circuit actuates injector valve) : Having microprocessor : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)

Patent 5542393: Fuel injection amount control system for internal combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Electrically actuated injector : Actuator circuit (e.g., engine condition responsive electronic circuit actuates injector valve) : Starting condition responsive : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)

Patent 5542394: Vehicle engine refueling detection apparatus and method and fuel supply apparatus and method
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Electrically actuated injector : Actuator circuit (e.g., engine condition responsive electronic circuit actuates injector valve) : Starting condition responsive : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)

Patent 5542395: Temperature-compensated engine fuel delivery
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : With fuel pump : Electric fuel pump : Actuator circuit (e.g., engine condition responsive electronic circuit actuates injector valve))

Patent 5542396: Method for ventilating a fuel system for an internal combustion
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Having fuel vapor recovery and storage system : Having an adsorbent canister : Purge valve controlled by engine parameter : Having specific transducer)

Patent 5542397: Leak test system for vaporized fuel treatment mechanism
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Having fuel vapor recovery and storage system : Having an adsorbent canister : Purge valve controlled by engine parameter : Having specific transducer)

Patent 5542398: LPG fuel tank, and fuel supply system, for engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Gaseous fuel and air mixer : Diesel engine convertible from liquid to gas)

Patent 5542399: Method controlling an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Supercharger : Intercooler : Fuel is heated to ignition temperature)

Patent 5542400: Apparatus and method for determining a failure of an EGR apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Exhaust gas used with the combustible mixture (e.g., emission control Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve) : With electrical means for fail-safe, backup, or malfunction detecting of EGR system : Fuel is heated to ignition temperature)

Patent 5542401: Internal combustion engine crankcase vacuum method and apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture : Vacuum actuator control of EGR valve)

Patent 5542402: Positive crankcase ventilation system with a centrifugal oil separator
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture : Vapor treated before mixing with combustible mixture (e.g., cooling) : Having fixed restriction in vacuum line)

Patent 5542403: Method of determining start of closed-loop fuel control for an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Including exhaust gas condition responsive means : Combined with engine condition responsive means : Starting or warmup responsive : Engine coolant temperature responsive : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)

Patent 5542404: Trouble detection system for internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Including exhaust gas condition responsive means : With fail-safe, backup, or malfunction means : Engine fluid or engine component temperature responsive)

Patent 5542405: Membrane carburetor
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Including exhaust gas condition responsive means : With auxiliary control of carburetor : Variable venturi carburetor : Fed to air/fuel mixture)

Patent 5542406: Retractable bolt assembly for compressed gas powered gun
(MECHANICAL GUNS AND PROJECTORS : FLUID PRESSURE : With control for discharge of fluid pressure : By valve means : By plunger moving within cylinder)

Patent 5542407: Fireplace assembly
(STOVES AND FURNACES : HOT-AIR FURNACES : Heating : Feeding air : Revertible draft, base-heating)

Patent 5542408: Guard for a cooking device
(STOVES AND FURNACES : FENDERS : Floor or ceiling plates)

Patent 5542409: Solar concentrator system
(STOVES AND FURNACES : SOLAR HEAT COLLECTOR : With means to reposition solar collector for optimum radiation exposure : Motor : Gearing : Overheating prevention)

Patent 5542410: Delivery of aeerosol medications for inspiration
(SURGERY : LIQUID MEDICAMENT ATOMIZER OR SPRAYER : Plural orifice means passing gas into liquid)

Patent 5542411: Manually operated dispenser for dispensing a predetermined amount of powdered substance
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for mixing treating agent with respiratory gas : Particulate treating agent carried by breathed gas : Device usable either as inhaler or means for rubbing medicament on body surface)

Patent 5542412: Powder Dispenser
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for mixing treating agent with respiratory gas : Particulate treating agent carried by breathed gas : Device usable either as inhaler or means for rubbing medicament on body surface)

Patent 5542413: Personal cooling apparatus
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for cooling respiratory gas or respiration device : Respiratory gas passed over surface of liquid treating agent in reservoir)

Patent 5542414: Gas supplying head enclosure with expandable pressure indicator
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure : Electric control means : Means for sensing partial pressure, or amount, of component in gas mixture : Flight suit)

Patent 5542415: Apparatus and process for controlling the ventilation of the lungs of a patient
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure : Electric control means : Means for sensing condition of user's body : Flight suit)

Patent 5542416: Apparatus for assisting ventilation including reduced exhalation pressure mode
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure : Electric control means : Means for sensing condition of user's body : Flight suit)

Patent 5542417: Pressure regulating unit for supplying a pressurized fluid from alternative supply lines
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure : Valve, or valve control, structure : Rebreathing bag or bellows)

Patent 5542418: Acid-base fuels for self heating food containers
(STOVES AND FURNACES : LIQUID HEATER : Chemical : Liquid in contact with solid (e.g., water and lime) : Including separate solid and liquid compartments : Restoring overflow or spatter to vessel)

 

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