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Patent 5549324: Construction and method of forming a door assembly for an air system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Deployment door : Antirattler)
Patent 5549325: Activating device in a passenger protection apparatus
(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 5549326: Air bag
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Specific confinement structure : With means to diffuse inflation fluid)
Patent 5549327: Shock absorber for improving safety in passenger compartments in motor vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Passenger safety guards : Padded or cushioned member : Having belt connected to member slidable in a vehicle-mounted track)
Patent 5549328: Roll control system
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Lateral vehicle disposition : Steering element responsive (e.g., steering angle, steering rate) : Applied to sway or torsion bar : Movable legs)
Patent 5549329: Ski pole and removable hand grip
(LAND VEHICLES : SKI OR SKATE APPLIANCE OR ATTACHMENT : Ski pole : Hand grip : With runaway strap)
Patent 5549330: Quick release ski pole and strap system
(LAND VEHICLES : SKI OR SKATE APPLIANCE OR ATTACHMENT : Ski pole : Hand grip : Having quick release means : Toe irons (i.e., side cheeks))
Patent 5549331: Inline skateboard
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Ball type roller skates : Runners)
Patent 5549332: Travel planner
(PRINTED MATTER : MAPS : Book)
Patent 5549333: Blast joint
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH CASING, LINING OR PROTECTOR : Angled)
Patent 5549334: Retaining band assembly for internal pipe seals
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : END TO SIDE OR PLATE (E.G., REINFORCEMENT) : With center bolt)
Patent 5549335: Solderless metallurgical joint
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : MOLDED JOINT : Weld : Deformed or having additional holding means)
Patent 5549336: High torque tool joint
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PARTICULAR INTERFACE : Tapered : Discontinuous interface surface : Threaded (e.g., drill pipe type) : Spring-biased sleeve)
Patent 5549337: Motor actuated latch mechanism
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Spring projected : Operating means : Flexible : Seal)
Patent 5549338: Keyless lock
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : PORTABLE SECURER PLATE OR BAR : Sliding holding member : Seal)
Patent 5549339: Lifting device for cylindrical objects
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : DETACHABLE PLATE AND RECEPTACLE LIFTER : Band type : Rim gripping jaws)
Patent 5549340: Suction pad
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : VACUUM : Hoist-line frame)
Patent 5549341: Apparatus for securing contained material
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HOISTABLE RECEPTACLE : Load gripping units)
Patent 5549342: Manhole debris catcher
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HOIST-LINE SLINGS : Net : Bottom)
Patent 5549343: Train tire profile
(RAILWAY WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEELS : Wheel tread : Form : With integral tire)
Patent 5549344: Structure of instrument panel portion for use in vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Dashboards : Body mounted window)
Patent 5549345: Dashboard vent cover
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Dashboards : Body mounted window)
Patent 5549346: Auto windshield molding with improved crown
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Storm-front shield, apron, or robe : Windshield : Weatherstrips : Link hinged)
Patent 5549347: All weather mechanically reciprocatable roll top cover apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roll-up covers : Mirror)
Patent 5549348: Door closer mechanism for a vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Door or window with specified vehicle feature : Remotely actuated door : Flush mounted)
Patent 5549349: Side impact protection system
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Impact : Side : Offset)
Patent 5549350: Rear underbody structure
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Body frame : Under frame : Hood)
Patent 5549351: Guide bumper device of automobile tailgate
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Door bumper : Rear)
Patent 5549352: Split joint construction for a space frame
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Sill : Rear)
Patent 5549353: Car seat mat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : WITH DEBRIS CATCHER : Occupant`s motion actuates a ventilating means (e.g., rocking movement, etc.))
Patent 5549354: Reflective seat shield for use with infant retaining devices
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : WITH WEATHER SHIELD OR INSECT PROTECTOR (E.G., CANOPY, SCREEN, ETC.) : For child seat : Seat back grip)
Patent 5549355: Fitted furniture cover
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : DETACHABLE SUPPLEMENTAL FLEXIBLE PAD OR COVER : With elastic section : With cover supply)
Patent 5549356: Child restraint system
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : SUPPLEMENTAL SEAT (E.G., CHILD SEAT, ETC.) : Having a front guard or barrier : Reversible)
Patent 5549357: Adjustable backrest apparatus for wheelchairs
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Movable to a rear-horizontal position : Motor actuated)
Patent 5549358: Seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK : Made of individual elongated members extending across a support frame (e.g., webs, straps, slats, stringed beads, etc.) : Intermeshed (e.g., crisscrossed, etc.) : Cover formed from a plurality of discrete sections)
Patent 5549359: Dual use materials transport vehicle with end-dumping and improved belly-dumping capabilities and method of construction
(LAND VEHICLES: DUMPING : HOPPER TYPE : Bottom opening : Hinged doors : Longitudinally hinged only : Oppositely swinging : Outwardly only : Motor operated doors :)
Patent 5549360: Minimum weight wheel rim
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : Compression wheel : Of plastic : Composite : Reinforced : By tab struck from disc)
Patent 5549361: Electronic-hydraulic brake boost using a power steering supply
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE SYSTEMS : Fluid pressure and electric :)
Patent 5549362: Braking systems
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE SYSTEMS : Fluid pressure and electric :)
Patent 5549363: Railway braking apparatus
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE FLUID-RECEIVING DEVICES : Multiple motors : Sectional train :)
Patent 5549364: Method and device for adjusting the brake force distribution between a towing vehicle and a trailer
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE FLUID-RECEIVING DEVICES : Multiple motors : Apportioning control : Load : Inertia weight)
Patent 5549365: Control device and method for traction or braking
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : ELECTRIC CONTROL : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal)
Patent 5549366: Hydraulic brake system for vehicle
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : With traction control : For rough road)
Patent 5549367: Liquid pressure controller
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : Including hydraulic power booster : Including booster)
Patent 5549368: ABS main microprocessor malfunction determinaton based on pressure reduction or holding periods
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : With failure responsive means : Active circuit testing : Electronic or electric component (e.g., speed detector, failure sensing) with warning)
Patent 5549369: Method for automatic braking of motor vehicles with an anti-lock brake system
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Automatic braking including speed governor or hydraulic retarder : Electric brake)
Patent 5549370: Fiber-reinforced plastic springs with helical fiber wind
(SPRING DEVICES : FIBROUS : Glass fiber : Confined between coaxial, vibrating annular members)
Patent 5549371: Braking force controller and control method for electric car
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Regenerative brakes : From split coefficient of friction (mu))
Patent 5549372: Skill crane cabinet
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SHOW-CASE TYPE : Connectors)
Patent 5549373: Merchandising display with modular shelves
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SHOW-CASE TYPE : With racks : Rotatable : Pivoted support)
Patent 5549374: Modular cabinet and drawer assembly
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : KNOCKDOWN OR SETUP TYPE : Movably mounted housing or compartment)
Patent 5549375: Computer storage drawer system
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Having biasing means : Component forms horizontal planar support (e.g., table))
Patent 5549376: Snap-in bracket for mounting a drawer guide in a desk or cabinet
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Horizontally movable (e.g., drawer) : Having guide assembly : Horizontally adjustable : Lazy-tong)
Patent 5549377: Corrugated three-piece drawer slide assembly
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Horizontally movable (e.g., drawer) : Having guide assembly : Between vertical sidewalls of drawer and cabinet : Pull-out guide assembly : Suction cup)
Patent 5549378: Panel adjustment component for adjusting the incline of drawers pull-outs, or other similar items
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Horizontally movable (e.g., drawer) : Facing (e.g., drawer front or face plate) : Plurality of parts, held together by distinct fastening elements (e.g., bolts))
Patent 5549379: Shelf device for a refrigerator
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SPACED INSULATED WALL : Refrigerator cabinet : Shelf or shelf-supporting structure : Refrigerating-zones divider)
Patent 5549380: Mixing device for manufacturing bone cement
(AGITATING : IN VACUUM CHAMBER : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5549381: Method and apparatus for mixing polymeric bone cement components
(AGITATING : IN VACUUM CHAMBER : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5549382: Stirrer for food preparation
(AGITATING : WITH HEATING OR COOLING : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5549383: Screw-type extrusion machine with heating elements
(AGITATING : WITH HEATING OR COOLING : Fluid-filled jacket : Directly)
Patent 5549384: Mixer with helically extending blades
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Rotatable stirrer : Plural stirrers : On parallel axes : Diverse stirrers : Gear driven)
Patent 5549385: Device for air-sheltered preparation of a paste for cosmetic use
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Rotatable stirrer : Mounted in mixing chamber bottom wall : Plural distinct scraping edges or wiping surfaces)
Patent 5549386: Idler bearing mount
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Rotatable stirrer : With specified mounting means : Axially directing blade (e.g., propeller, helix section, etc.))
Patent 5549387: Apparatus and method for differential analysis using real and imaginary signal components
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : DIFFERENTIAL THERMAL ANALYSIS : Thickness, erosion, or deposition)
Patent 5549388: Pleated sterilization pouch
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Including closure flap which overlaps sidewall exterior when closed : Bag walls designed to be rolled together or folded on common fold line)
Patent 5549389: Outlet stopper for pouch-type fluid containers
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : BAG HAVING MEANS TO FACILITATE OPENING IT BY SEVERING BAG MATERIAL OR BAG PART (E.G., TEARING, CUTTING, PIERCING, ETC.) : Combined with, or modified for opening by, a sharp-edged cutting implement or a piercing implement : Stiffeners include four or more hinged segments)
Patent 5549390: Guide rail
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Recirculating : Roller : For piston rod)
Patent 5549391: Linear antifriction bearing and cage therefor
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Roller bearing : Cage configuration : For piston rod)
Patent 5549392: Resilient mount pad journal bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : Radial : Pivoted fluid pad : Gas bearing)
Patent 5549393: Self-aligning bearing for high temperature applications
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Self-adjusting or self-aligning : Resilient : Ball and socket : Resiliency on radial bearing)
Patent 5549394: Bearing arrangement having a polyimide graphite-fiber reinforced composite embedded therein
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Specified sleeve or liner : Bearing surface insert : Removably secured)
Patent 5549395: Shaft journal bearing having improved seal wear ring
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : With specified seal : Lubrication port)
Patent 5549396: Bicycle crank axle
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Ball bearing : Fixed shaft and rotating outer member : For hub : For bicycle hub : Ring type)
Patent 5549397: Adapter sleeve and an adjustable spacer with radial extension useable thereon
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Discrete circumferential or axial spacer : Outermost member grooved)
Patent 5549398: Bearing arrangement, roller bearings for use therein, and a method for the manufacture of a part of the bearing arrangement
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Race, liner or sleeve : Tapered race : Mating grooves and projections)
Patent 5549399: Tape printing method and apparatus having horizontal and rotated printing modes
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING CONTROL OF FORMAT AND SELECTION OF TYPE-FACE BY PROGRAMMED CONTROL-SYSTEM (E.G., INPUT TYPEWRITER) : Including editing or revision system : Via adjustment of case-shift linkage)
Patent 5549400: High precision dye donor web positioning in a thermal color printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Ribbon-feeding mechanism : Drive applied directly to spool or spool spindle : Drive applied by pinch-roller couple)
Patent 5549401: Continuous form printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding web record-medium : With web tensioning or braking : Pin wheel (e.g., on platen cylinder))
Patent 5549402: Printing apparatus
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : MEANS AUXILIARY TO TYPEWRITING FUNCTION : Indicator means : For indicating position of line or end-of-page : Including detector of record-medium : With line numbering)
Patent 5549403: Multi-element writing instrument
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : PLURAL TOOLS INCLUDING PROJECTABLE AND RETRACTABLE TOOL : Including individual actuators : Including means for dispensing material directly to work surface)
Patent 5549404: Stick-shaped material drive container and supply cassette
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including means to advance material : Screw feed : Including means to positively transmit rotation to sliding screw-feed member :)
Patent 5549405: Heel-shaped ergonomic writing instrument
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : COMBINED : Including pressurized reservoir (e.g., Aersol))
Patent 5549406: No-bind page lifter clip
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : MISCELLANEOUS : Sheet lifters : Hinged at juncture)
Patent 5549407: Locking mechanism for telescoping tubular poles
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ARTICULATED MEMBERS : Lockable at fixed position : Telescoping members : Having detent : Cam or wedge : Retainer extends through aligned recesses)
Patent 5549408: Connector for built-up toy furniture
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : THREE OR MORE MEMBERS CONNECTED AT SINGLE LOCUS : All encompassed : Open U)
Patent 5549409: Receiving member for a pledge lock of a shopping trolley
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : DISTINCT END COUPLER : Separate screw or pin-type connections : Axially biased end portions)
Patent 5549410: Portable vehicle barrier
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC STEERING DEVICE OR BARRIER : Street or curb inlet for surface drainage)
Patent 5549411: Manhole cover frame spacing arrangement
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : PAVEMENT : Vault cover-closure : Concrete frame)
Patent 5549412: Position referencing, measuring and paving method and apparatus for a profiler and paver
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Automatic control : Of material leveling means : Encased, laminated or composite)
Patent 5549413: Multi-use concrete finishing apparatus
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With surface marking (or grooving) : Including removal and redepositing means)
Patent 5549414: Road-surfacing vehicle
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Material distribution means : Curb or gutter)
Patent 5549415: Septic tank drainfield installation device and method
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : DRAINAGE OR IRRIGATION : Porous or apertured pipe, flume, or tileway : At outlet or intake)
Patent 5549416: Device for joining two members together
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : UNDERGROUND PASSAGEWAY, E.G., TUNNEL : Lining : Panel : With separate fastening means between adjacent panels : Vitrify)
Patent 5549417: Subsea pipeline shroud
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Structure protection : Separable transport means)
Patent 5549418: Expanded polystyrene lightweight fill
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile))
Patent 5549419: Grouting liquid for injection into a ground
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Chemical : With retaining wall)
Patent 5549420: Retaining wall structure and method of constructing same
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Shoring, bracing, or cave-in prevention : Retaining wall : Concrete : Bulb and socket interlock)
Patent 5549421: Method and apparatus for conveying ice lumps
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : SELECTIVE DELIVERY : Destination controlled by sensed condition :)
Patent 5549422: Automatic water flushing method for a hydrator
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : WITH ADJUNCTIVE SUBSTANCE ADDED : Liquid : Water : Responsive to presence, absence, or quantity of load)
Patent 5549423: Damperless controlled speed air conveyor
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : HAVING MEANS FOR MAINTAINING LOAD IN SUSPENSION ALONG FLOW PATH : Utilizing a fluid)
Patent 5549424: Indexable threading and turning insert with pressed-in chip breakers
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : INCLUDING HOLDER HAVING SEAT FOR INSERTED TOOL : With chip breaker, guide or deflector : Rectilinearly)
Patent 5549425: Indexable threading insert with pressed-in chip breaker
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : INCLUDING TOOL HAVING PLURAL ALTERNATIVELY USABLE CUTTING EDGES : With integral chip breaker, guide or deflector : Including tool holding clamp and clamp actuator)
Patent 5549426: Apparatus for forming several polygons together
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Means to trim edge : Cutter or work)
Patent 5549427: Device for transferring a pressure medium
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Cutter spindle or spindle support : With cutter holder : And draw bar : Multiple row dividing head)
Patent 5549428: Truck bed liner anti-skid device
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD BEARER ACCOMMODATION : Load bearer abutment : Pin-socket accommodation)
Patent 5549429: Ratchet-operating tool for strap-tightening mechanism
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Load bearer abutment)
Patent 5549430: Self-attaching fastener and installation die
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Nut, and means to engage substructure on its opposite faces for retaining nut at aperture therein, formed as unitary component : Fastener having a deformable portion or deforms substructure (e.g., prong) : Nut assembled to substructure utilizing cooperating regions on both : Nut penetrates substructure and anchors itself thereto (e.g., pierce nut) : Each twisted about its radial axis)
Patent 5549431: Tube screw fastener
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Double-ended : Both ends threaded : Resembling a twist-drill-type bit)
Patent 5549432: Composite coupling nut and method of making same
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : INTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., NUT, ETC. : Multipart : Resiliently retained)
Patent 5549433: Binding equipment
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Edge binding apparatus : Perforated sheet binder : Wire comb applier :)
Patent 5549434: Cassette feed system and method
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Receptacle moved on conveyor past emptying device : Ejector)
Patent 5549435: Chamber and a chamber combination for a vacuum facility and a method for transporting through at least one workpiece
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : Discharging of chamber by gravity, and means beyond exit thereof to guide, move, or stop material)
Patent 5549436: Tractor for towing aircraft through its central front steering wheels, which may be lifted or not
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : WHEEL AND WHEEL-TYPE ARTICLE HANDLER AND TRANSPORTER : Upending (e.g., rocking or tilting about end, etc.))
Patent 5549437: Fork lift truck loading mechanism
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VEHICLE ATTACHED AUXILIARY CARRIERS : Removable transverse load support)
Patent 5549438: Universal covered trailer
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Loading or unloading by other carrier or mover means, and the load movement thereof : Loading by haulage cable imparting principally horizontal movement to load or load holder : Carrier movable to storage position beneath vehicle)
Patent 5549439: Collision-Free control system for a multi-axially controllable manipulator
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Automatic stop)
Patent 5549440: Fast-make coupler for attaching a work implement to a prime mover
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Shovel, rake, handle, or boom structure : With means to facilitate attachment of shovel or rake to handle or boom : By linkage pivoting on base support)
Patent 5549441: Apparatus for moving objects from location and placing them in another
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : HORIZONTALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Swinging about pivot : And moving load support radially with respect to pivot : Pivot swinging about second pivot)
Patent 5549442: Article transfer apparatus
(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 5549443: Battery charging and transfer system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of loading or unloading load-transporting type vehicle and external means cooperating in loading or unloading thereof : Of stacking)
Patent 5549444: Loader for machine for printing objects from a stack
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Unstacking apparatus : Removes highest article first from stack : With stack elevating means : Coacting screws)
Patent 5549445: Macro-engineering process and system for all-weather at-sea wind-energy extraction
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH MEANS FOR CONTROLLING CASING OR FLOW GUIDING MEANS IN RESPONSE TO NATURAL FLUID CURRENT FORCE OR DIRECTION :)
Patent 5549446: In-tank fuel pump for highly viscous fuels
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH MEANS FOR RE-ENTRY OF WORKING FLUID TO BLADE SET (E.G., RE-ENTRY TYPE DEVICE, PASSAGE, ETC.) : Turbine regenerative pump : Having selectively adjustable vane or working fluid control means)
Patent 5549447: System for cooling a centrifugal pump
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH PASSAGE IN BLADE, VANE, SHAFT OR ROTARY DISTRIBUTOR COMMUNICATING WITH WORKING FLUID : For shaft sealing, packing, lubricating or bearing means)
Patent 5549448: Variable stator vane linkage system and method
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : SELECTIVELY ADJUSTABLE VANE OR WORKING FLUID CONTROL MEANS : Separate means upstream and downstream of blade set : Including axial flow blade set : Plural, selectively adjustable, alternating vane assemblies and blade rows (A,B,A,B) : On same radial plane with blade)
Patent 5549449: Turbomachinery incorporating heat transfer reduction features
(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 5549450: Centrifugal pump of the sectional-casing design
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Casing having multiple parts releasably clamped (e.g., casing seal, etc.) : Downstream of runner)
Patent 5549451: Impelling apparatus
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : With runner having conical hub including small diameter facing upstream : Downstream of runner)
Patent 5549452: Double pump
(PUMPS : DIVERSE PUMPS : Jet)
Patent 5549453: Reciprocating-piston-type compressor having piston entering discharge chamber
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)
Patent 5549454: High speed vacuum pump with reduced exhaust noise
(PUMPS : WITH MUFFLER ACTING ON PUMP FLUID : Pressure responsive relief or bypass valve)
Patent 5549455: Through the hub exhaust flow improvements for marine variable pitch propeller
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : AMBIENT FLUID OR EXHAUST GAS DIRECTED THROUGH HUB, FAIRING OR HOUSING : Water or marine propellers : Intermeshing or interdigitated working members)
Patent 5549456: Automatic pump control system with variable test cycle initiation frequency
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Having timer or delay means : Pumps in parallel flow paths with common inflow or outflow)
Patent 5549457: Pavement sprayer having movable spray guard
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Automatic control : Including separate handling of different sized aggregate)
Patent 5549458: Peristaltic pump with quick release rotor head assembly
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Including means for facilitating assembly or disassembly of pump to or from motor or fixed support : Pump within armature)
Patent 5549459: Radial bearing assembly for a high intertia flywheel of a canned motor pump
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary motor and rotary nonexpansible chamber pump : Having bearing : Unitary pump and motor working member)
Patent 5549460: IV fluid delivery system
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Plural bellows)
Patent 5549461: Peristaltic pump attachment for slurry mixers
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member : Plural spaced engagement members or member portions : Specific backing member for flexible wall : Adjustable backing : Double acting pump piston)
Patent 5549462: Gear pump and its uses
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : METHODS :)
Patent 5549463: Composite dry vacuum pump having roots and screw rotors
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : DIVERSE ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES :)
Patent 5549464: Drive arrangement for progressing cavity pump
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : UNLIKE HELICAL SURFACES ON RELATIVELY WOBBLING ROTATING MEMBER AND ENCOMPASSING CYLINDER (E.G., MOINEAU TYPE) : With filter)
Patent 5549465: Drive arrangement for progressing cavity pump
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : UNLIKE HELICAL SURFACES ON RELATIVELY WOBBLING ROTATING MEMBER AND ENCOMPASSING CYLINDER (E.G., MOINEAU TYPE) : With filter)
Patent 5549466: Scroll compressor having a centering recess for assembly
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : Axially spaced working chambers)
Patent 5549467: Apparatus for cutting ellipses from dough
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PREFORM SEVERING MEANS : Configuration of cutting implement providing shaping cavity : Severing means preceding reshaping means)
Patent 5549468: Heating lamp assembly
(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.) : With heating or cooling means : Cleaner coacting with traveling former)
Patent 5549469: Multiple burner control system
(COMBUSTION : TIMER, PROGRAMMER, RETARDER OR CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By combustion or combustion zone sensor : Combustion zone sensor controls igniter)
Patent 5549470: Anti-flareup device for liquid fuel burners
(COMBUSTION : FIBROUS WICK TYPE FLAME HOLDER : Tubular wick having central supporting and air supplying structure : Candle mounting attachment for socket type support)
Patent 5549471: Cooler grate for a reciprocating grate cooler
(HEATING : WITH WORK COOLING STRUCTURE : At regenerator or recuperator (e.g., slag pocket, etc.))
Patent 5549472: Control of protective layer thickness in kilns by utilizing two laser beams
(HEATING : TUMBLER-TYPE ROTARY - DRUM FURNACE : Having heat emitting tube or flue within or traversing shaft chamber)
Patent 5549473: Loader device for an automatic space furnace
(HEATING : WORK FEEDING, AGITATING, DISCHARGING OR CONVEYING SUBCOMBINATION : Wall, floor or roof element)
Patent 5549474: Clamping device particularly useful for dental handpieces
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool (e.g., "engine") : Hand-held tool or handpiece : Having means facilitating assembly or disassembly of tool or handpiece : Means to releaseably grip tool : Including axially movable collect to cam fingers : Ball-and-socket)
Patent 5549475: Enossal single-tooth implant
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)
Patent 5549476: Method for making dental restorations and the dental restoration made thereby
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Crown : Method of fabricating : By post)
Patent 5549477: Integrated aircraft survivability equipment in-flight simulation
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : DETECTION OR RANGE DETERMINATION OF DISTANT OBJECT BY APPARATUS USING SENSOR OF ELECTROMAGNETIC OR SOUND ENERGY : Radar : Interference simulation :)
Patent 5549478: Universal trailer light locator
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH VEHICLE STRUCTURE : Connection to towed vehicle : Expansion joint)
Patent 5549479: Zero insertion force connector system for a flexible circuit
(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 : Flexible panel : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)
Patent 5549480: Unitary connector allowing laterally variant positions of mating contacts of complementary 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 5549481: Connector assembly for printed circuit boards
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding of coupling part : Three-prong coupling part including ground prong, or receptacle)
Patent 5549482: Apparatus for securing together an attachment plug with an electric receptacle
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : For unsupported coupling part and unsupported mating part, (e.g., connecting extension cords) : Parallel to connection)
Patent 5549483: Electrical terminal with lead strain relief means
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Contact engages conductor in at least two locations spaced along conductor axis : With stress relieving means for conductor to terminal joint : Three or more such contacts)
Patent 5549484: Electric terminal device
(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 5549485: Fitting jig for a flat cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Indicator light)
Patent 5549486: Battery dock for portable communication devices
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ENERGY CELL SUBSTITUTION DEVICE INCLUDING PLURAL CONTACTS (E.G., JUMPER) OR WITH SUPPORT MEANS FOR ENERGY CELL : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 5549487: Splashproof enclosure for electronic faucet
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH PROVISION TO RESTRICT ENVIRONMENT EFFECTS : Including contact cover or case : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)
Patent 5549488: Electrical assembly with multiple arrangement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : Having plural bayonet-coupling contacts)
Patent 5549489: Connector module with test and jumper access
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Separable insulating cap and shell casing)
Patent 5549490: Modular connector system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body with spaced, electrically interconnected, duplicate terminals or contacts : Modular or multipart insulating body : Having protective cover formed from insulating material)
Patent 5549491: Fin drive for a watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : OSCILLATING PROPELLING MEANS : Fishtail motion propelling means : Flexible : By gearing)
Patent 5549492: Outboard motor
(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) : Produced by combustion)
Patent 5549493: Boat propulsion and rudder device of the type having a surface propeller
(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 fluid motor to move propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit : Rack and pinion)
Patent 5549494: Inboard motorboat engine flusher
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)
Patent 5549495: Side entry life vest
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : WATER RESCUE OR LIFE PROTECTING APPARATUS : Personal flotation device : For torso : With buoyancy means substantially encircling the torso : With hood)
Patent 5549496: Method of producing a low-pressure mercury vapor discharge lamp
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Arc tube making, e.g., fluorescent lamp : With sealing)
Patent 5549497: Toy rocket with velocity dependent chute release
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Parachute : Released from container : From rocket or simulated rocket : Including spiral actuator)
Patent 5549498: High sound quality game call
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including variable-size fluid chamber to move fluid : Sounding : Including motive power means or hand manipulator for sounder : And bellows or bulb : Flaccid element wound about and in contact with portion which moves aloft)
Patent 5549499: Adjustable doll stand
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Handle supported manually actuated rotating portion)
Patent 5549500: Animalian figurine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Formed from specific material : Swivelled head)
Patent 5549501: Toy car with a liftable steering wheel assembly
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including intrinsic motive power means for propulsion : Steering vehicle : Vehicle having flanged wheel)
Patent 5549502: Polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)
Patent 5549503: Ophthalmic lens grinding machine
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : And feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 5549504: Manufacture of rotary valves
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 5549505: Installation for the reprofiling of tracks carried out on a railway line
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : With nonabrading means : Cutter : Table dog actuated)
Patent 5549506: Apparatus for supporting and containing a dental prosthesis during the micro-etching thereof
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having sandblast chamber : And separation means)
Patent 5549507: Combined motor and mechanical drive for use in oscillating spindle sander
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary reciprocating tool : Cylindrical tool : Oscillating : Centrifugal batter with abradant supply)
Patent 5549508: Sharpening lawn mower blades
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary reciprocating tool : Cylindrical tool : Rectilinear : Work rotating : Helical blade :)
Patent 5549509: Grinding apparatus with touch-top work surface
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Drawing reel)
Patent 5549510: Endless power transmission belt processing apparatus, a grinding wheel therefor, and a method of using the endless power transmission belt
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)
Patent 5549511: Variable travel carrier device and method for planarizing semiconductor wafers
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Templet : Reversing, obverting, or pivoting)
Patent 5549512: Minienvironment for hazardous process tools
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Covered workbench chamber (e.g., fume hood, etc.) : Having air inlet separate from access opening : Including flow adjustment means : Spraying nozzle)
Patent 5549513: Roof ventilation device
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Along roof ridge : Along roof ridge)
Patent 5549514: Constant velocity universal ball joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)
Patent 5549515: Coin-magic device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ILLUSION OR STAGE DEVICE : Illusion caused by apparent appearance or disappearance : By use of video or projected picture)
Patent 5549516: Bowling lane constructions and methods employing compressible foam
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Alley or board structure : Backstop, division board, or adjunct therefor)
Patent 5549517: Golf ball setting apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Condition responsive feeding means (e.g. automatic) : Thumb or finger hole grip)
Patent 5549518: Golf ball dispensing device with lightly-actuated pivotal track
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Pivotal arm ball feed : Electrical)
Patent 5549519: Method for control of an automatic transmission of a motor vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Prevents unsafe or unintentional shift : With synchronization)
Patent 5549520: Method for increasing the strength, flexibility and span of a hand
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Having individual structure engaging each finger used : About axis perpendicular to forearm)
Patent 5549521: Method and device for processing a cluster of organs from a slaughtered animal
(BUTCHERING : VISCERA PROCESSING : Spoon type eviscerator : Opener)
Patent 5549522: Golf practicing device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice projectile addressing surface (e.g., driving mat, etc.) : Selectively adjustable (e.g., tiltable etc.) : And separate body engagable member)
Patent 5549523: Gear reducer
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Gear shiftable axially to disconnect or vary ratio : Including one-way clutch or brake)
Patent 5549524: Multiple functioned combined power system
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : PLURAL ENGINES : Electric engine :)
Patent 5549525: Electronic control process for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With brake control : Anti-creep : Speed responsive)
Patent 5549526: Stationary exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 5549527: Stationary bike
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 5549528: Octopus skipping rope device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SKIPPING : Foot pedal pivots about single horizontal axis)
Patent 5549529: Traction sled exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Body part of user utilized as weight : Entire body :)
Patent 5549530: Compact weight lifting machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Pivoted user interface element :)
Patent 5549531: Weightlifting machine with safety device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Barbell support)
Patent 5549532: Portable elastic resistance exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : Having pair of handles : Edge engaging braking element)
Patent 5549533: Combined leg press/leg extension machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having common force transmitting support frame for user and for force resister : Including single, movable, interface element following predetermined path : Rotatably movable : About a horizontal axis : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide)
Patent 5549534: Spine rehabilitation apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having common force transmitting support frame for user and for force resister : Including single, movable, interface element following predetermined path : Rotatably movable : About a horizontal axis : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide)
Patent 5549535: Body building station
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having common force transmitting support frame for user and for force resister : Including plural, movable, interface elements for multiple exercises : Rotatably movable)
Patent 5549536: Rotating platform apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Swivelled foot platform : Body inversion)
Patent 5549537: Apparatus for the shaping treatment of blanks, especially for hinge-lid packs
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Folding : Continuous advance with form-scoring tool moving with work)
Patent 5549538: Process for manufacturing flap-style square-bottom bags
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Bottom to square-bottom-folded bag : Plastically deformable)
Patent 5549539: Device for grooving continuously-fed flat workplace
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Form-scoring : With means to advance or position work or product : Continuous advance : By rotary tool having surface moving with work : Plural applicators)
Patent 5549540: Centrifuge insert for support of fluid containing bags
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING PLURALITY OF MINIATURE BOWLS (E.G., TEST TUBES) DISTRUBUTED ABOUT ROTATABLE CARRIER AND READILY REMOVABLE THEREFROM : Having bowls, or holders therefor, pivotaby attached to carrier for tilting during rotation of carrier : Including conduit of flexible umbilical cable type)
Patent 5549541: Continuous flow cystoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With tool carried on endoscope or auxillary channel therefore : Urogenital resectoscope : Seeds)
Patent 5549542: Deflectable endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : With bending control means : Pivotally connected)
Patent 5549543: Laparoscopic defogging apparatus
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Fog prevention : Plural)
Patent 5549544: Apparatus for ultrasonic therapeutic treatment
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)
Patent 5549546: Insufflation device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Gas application : Gas injected into body canal or cavity : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)
Patent 5549547: Flexible tube having a tapered diameter portion for use with endoscopic irrigation instruments
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Flow control : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)
Patent 5549548: Procedure and device for flushing a catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : With aspirating or vacuum removing means : Deformable occluding tube valve)
Patent 5549550: Method of adding marker dye to nutritional product during enteral tube feeding
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : Treating material introduced directly into liquid stream path : With suction generated orally by person or user)
Patent 5549551: Adjustable length balloon catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having sheath enclosing balloon : Lumen extending from proximal end to aperture proximal of inflated means)
Patent 5549552: Balloon dilation catheter with improved pushability, trackability and crossability
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having radiopaque characteristics (e.g., ring, marker, tip, etc.) : Particular surface characteristics (e.g., rib, groove, corrugation, etc.))
Patent 5549553: Dilation ballon for a single operator exchange intravascular catheter or similar device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Particular wall structure of inflated means (e.g., varying wall thickness, multilayer, etc.) : Particular surface characteristics (e.g., rib, groove, corrugation, etc.) : One-way valve)
Patent 5549554: Catheters having separable reusable components
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having plural balloons on conduit : Axially spaced balloons : One-way valve)
Patent 5549555: Balloon catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having plural balloons on conduit : Displaying inflation or deflation data)
Patent 5549556: Rapid exchange catheter with external wire lumen
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having radiopaque characteristics (e.g., ring, marker, tip, etc.) : Particular surface characteristics (e.g., rib, groove, corrugation, etc.))
Patent 5549557: Catheter balloon proximal heat bond on extended shaft
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : With means bonding or mechanically securing balloon sleeve or connector member (e.g., coupling funnel, etc.) to conduit : Lumen extending from proximal end to aperture proximal of inflated means)
Patent 5549558: Self sheathing safety needle
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)
Patent 5549559: Thermal treatment apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for cooling or heating body, treating or collected material or device : Expanding arm or finger)
Patent 5549560: Apparatus and method for injecting a pharmaceutical preparation in solid form
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having projectile injector operated upon impact with body : With vacuum breaking means (e.g., vent, etc.))
Patent 5549561: Injection cartridge arrangement
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : With vacuum breaking means (e.g., vent, etc.))
Patent 5549562: Self-contained drip apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by spring : From hand supported injection means)
Patent 5549563: Reinforcing insert for uterine manipulator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having curved portion : Obturator or stylet)
Patent 5549564: Safety penetrating instrument
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having biasing means for urging body piercer, obturator, or stylet : Cannula)
Patent 5549565: Reusable surgical trocar with disposable valve assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Valve means : By use of wings to pinch and hold elements together to allow insertion)
Patent 5549566: Valved intravenous fluid line infusion device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Valve means : By use of wings to pinch and hold elements together to allow insertion)
Patent 5549567: Infusion adminstering catheter holder
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Belt, strap, or band securing means : Obturator or stylet)
Patent 5549568: Elastomeric needle shield and hub-cap
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 5549569: Ex vivo blood isolation system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having plural material reservoirs : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 5549570: Medical needle unit
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)
Patent 5549571: Butterfly assembly with retractable needle cannula
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)
Patent 5549572: Safety device for hypodermic needle or the like
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)
Patent 5549573: Syringe
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Bellows-type reservoir)
Patent 5549574: Cartridge assembly for use in a pen-type medicament injector
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material reservoir (e.g., cartridge, etc.) removably mounted in syringe : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))
Patent 5549575: Cartridge retainer assembly for medication delivery pen
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material reservoir (e.g., cartridge, etc.) removably mounted in syringe : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))
Patent 5549576: Vascular introducer valve with proximal self-lubrication
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Having fluid responsive means (e.g., check valve, etc.) : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)
Patent 5549577: Needleless connector
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Having flow closing or opening means (e.g., plug, cap, seal, etc.) : Mounted in material reservoir)
Patent 5549579: Unitary drain and method for making
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)
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