Patents 5591067 - 5591324

 

 

Patent 5591067: Sealed waste transfer system for vacuum blasting
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And separation means : Table)

Patent 5591068: Precision non-contact polishing tool
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Scouring device : Immersion : Multiple hopper)

Patent 5591069: Portable blade sharpener for ice skates
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Work guide : Rotary templet or pattern)

Patent 5591070: Air tool with exhaust diverting valve
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Means to rotate tool : Hydraulic driver : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5591071: Polishing device
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Reciprocating work holder : Rocking : Work rotating)

Patent 5591072: Sharpening device for food slicer
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Blade sharpener : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5591073: Method and apparatus for lapping sliders
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Stationary tool : Flexible : Reciprocating work holder : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5591074: Vibratory tumbling apparatus with reduced force transmission
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Tumbling device : Drum : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5591075: Grinding machine with a fireproof dust-collecting system
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Guard or housing : Wetting grindstone)

Patent 5591076: Apparatus for processing flat fish
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : Automatic control : Of subdivision into portions : Movement of cutter controlled : By sensed dimensions of carcass : Axis of rotation perpendicular to work path)

Patent 5591077: Gambrel support structure for animal carcass
(BUTCHERING : SUPPORT : Carcass or portion suspended (i.e., hanger) : Gambrel : Neck puller)

Patent 5591078: Automotive interior trim having integrated defrost duct
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Condensation preventer (e.g., defroster, etc.) : Side or rear window : With air pump (e.g., wind or wheel-axle operated, etc.))

Patent 5591079: Ventilation louver assembly, and methods of constructing and utilizing same
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 5591080: Exhaust vent cover
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Having readliy movable air regulating louver, damper, or cover : Including backdraft preventer : Including backdraft preventer)

Patent 5591081: Card game amusement device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : With chance element or event (e.g., backgammon, Scrabble, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.) : Ultimate outcome dependant upon relative odds of a card or tile combination (e.g., poker, etc.) :)

Patent 5591082: Side-mounted throttle and weapons controller for computer video games and flight simulation
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Hand manipulated (e.g., keyboard, mouse, touch panel, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.) : Object priority or perspective)

Patent 5591083: Elastic shaft coupling
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Plural circumferentially spaced elements : Extending between radially overlapping surfaces on driving and driven members : Nonmetallic : Along curved centerline)

Patent 5591084: Transmission joint body portion having an envelope with interior peripheral surface portions extending opposite to and contoured
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Tripod coupling : Wheel mounted on rolling body)

Patent 5591085: Tripod constant velocity universal joint incorporating a retention system for the roller assemblies
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Tripod coupling : Wheel mounted on rolling body)

Patent 5591086: Toy motion simulator and hydraulic control valve for use therein
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SIMULATES AIRCRAFT OR SPACE VEHICLE OR SIMULATES THE MOVEMENT THEREOF : Body-supporting buoyant device)

Patent 5591087: Pool table
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Adapted to be played on floor, ground, or court :)

Patent 5591088: Electronic golfing aid
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball)

Patent 5591089: Swing trainer
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice device attachable to body : Attachable to hips, torso, or waist : Spans elbow)

Patent 5591090: Golf training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Body movement or position indicator (e.g., stance aids, etc.) : Foot positioning aid : Having separate body engagable member : Plural barriers, horizontally spaced apart)

Patent 5591091: Method of matching a golfer to a golf club
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated shaft flexural characteristic : Plural barriers, horizontally spaced apart)

Patent 5591092: Golf clubs with groove configuration
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Curved, grooved, or roughened striking face : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5591093: Damper pulley
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : RESILIENT CONNECTION BETWEEN PULLEY OR GUIDE-ROLL RIM AND MOUNT : Plural belts in series via countershaft)

Patent 5591094: Tensioner with adjustable stop for power transmission belt
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Pulley shifter : Spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Spring biased in belt-tensioning direction)

Patent 5591095: Chain for a bicycle with derailleur
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE BELT : Belt formed of rigid links : Link including discrete members forming laterally spaced sides of opening for pulley tooth : With discrete connector extending through laterally aligned apertures in adjacent links : Connector connects sequential links each having discrete members forming laterally spaced sides : With sleeve rotatable with respect to each link for engaging pulley tooth : Concave surface of one connector or bearing member abuts convex surface of another connector or bearing members)

Patent 5591096: Emergency running driving arrangement for a change-speed gearbox automatic selector appliance
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Safety device : With reversing means)

Patent 5591097: Transmission with a countershaft and a planetary reduction gear unit
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Transmission output shaft parallel to differential output shafts)

Patent 5591098: Locking differential
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : With means to limit overspeed of one output (e.g., lock-up clutch) : Nonplanetary transmission is disc and wheel)

Patent 5591099: Shift mechanism for automatic transmission with lubricating means for one-way clutch
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Orbit braked : Including one-way clutch or brake : Friction clutch)

Patent 5591100: Continuously variable transmission vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Stopped at end of cycle)

Patent 5591101: Failure detecting system and method for automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine starting interlock : Temperature control)

Patent 5591102: Apparatus and method for controlling a manual-automatic transmission after a power reset
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Ignition intermitting initiated by positioning accelerator)

Patent 5591103: Hydraulic control circuit for hydraulically operated vehicular transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Shift valve control : Plural shift valves : Electric control : Duty ratio control)

Patent 5591104: Physical exercise video system
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control : Rate of movement : Regulates rate of movement)

Patent 5591105: Exercise step bench with adjustable legs
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 5591106: Adjustable incline system for exercise equipment
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5591107: Mobile exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 5591108: Adjustable horse-riding type exerciser
(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 :)

Patent 5591109: Quick-release retaining collar assembly for a barbell
(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 : Having securing member (e.g., locking collar, etc.) for retaining weight on bar : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 5591110: Multi-purpose flexible reversible resistance element for exercise devices
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 5591111: Sit-up exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SIT UP DEVICE : User interface element)

Patent 5591112: Sealing assembly attachment and method
(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 : Means to facilitate opening of container : Reclosable means (e.g., valve) : With vertical stacking of product)

Patent 5591113: Centrifugally assisted centrifuge bowl mount
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING MEANS OR STRUCTURE FOR PROMOTING SAFETY : For controlling drive of (a) bowl or (b) driven means within bowl)

Patent 5591114: Swinging bucket centrifuge rotor
(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 5591115: Barrier for blocking movement of contaminants within an aggregate particulate substrate
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Harmful chemical substances made harmless, or less harmful, by effecting chemical change (EPO/JPO))

Patent 5591116: Method for treatment of solid waste to minimize permeability of the waste
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Solidification, vitrification, or cementation : Waste contains heavy metal (e.g., fly, ash, flue dust, and incinerator ash) : Containing halogen (EPO/JPO))

Patent 5591117: Method and an apparatus for the disposal of material containing infective microorganisms
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Chemical or germ warfare agents, or pathogenic organisms (e.g., sarin, VX, anthrax, virus, bacteria and medical waste, etc.) : Inorganic substances (EPO/JPO))

Patent 5591118: Low permeability waste containment construction and composition containing granular activated carbon and method of making
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Secondary containment : Waste contains heavy metal (e.g., fly, ash, flue dust, and incinerator ash))

Patent 5591119: Sterile surgical coupler and drape
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With camera or solid state imager : Means for coupling camera or imager : Having tool raising platform)

Patent 5591120: Joint construction for angle section of endoscopic insertion rod
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : Plural layers : Having tool raising platform)

Patent 5591121: Limb splint and restraint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace :)

Patent 5591122: Convertible support belt
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 5591123: Programmable control mounting system for transdermal drug applicator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)

Patent 5591124: Method and apparatus for controlled environment electrotransport
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)

Patent 5591125: Medical probe with stylets
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)

Patent 5591127: Phacoemulsification method and 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 flow varying means controlled by condition responsive sensor : Sensor responsive to body condition : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)

Patent 5591128: Gastrostomy tube
(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 inflation or deflation control means : Valve controlling means : One-way valve :)

Patent 5591129: Perfusion balloon angioplasty 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 radiopaque characteristics (e.g., ring, marker, tip, etc.) : Particular surface characteristics (e.g., rib, groove, corrugation, etc.))

Patent 5591130: Esophageal intubation detector with indicator
(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 indicator means : Visual calibration : One-way valve)

Patent 5591131: Safety minute dose hypodermic 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 : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 5591132: Epidural 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 : Body entering conduit axially movable within body piercing conduit while former is disposed in the body : Conduit impelled by spring)

Patent 5591133: Flexing safety shield for hypodermic needles
(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 5591134: Protective needle cover
(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 5591135: Syringe stroke controller with elastically enabled single axis slide adjustment and finger-molded pistol grip
(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 means for metering material flow to or from body : Including means for controlling piston stroke length : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.) :)

Patent 5591136: Injection 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 : 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 means for metering material flow to or from body : Including means for controlling piston stroke length : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.) :)

Patent 5591137: Hemostasis valve with locking seal
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Means for treating eye or surface of ocular cavity : Dropper, douche, or eyecup for applying liquid to eye : Having means for aerating liquid : With soluble cover means)

Patent 5591138: Protected needle 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 : Removable cover or protector for body inserted conduit : Bag type)

Patent 5591139: IC-processed microneedles
(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)

Patent 5591140: Radiofrequency plasma treated polymeric surfaces having immobilized anti-thrombogenic agents
(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.) : With anticlogging means on conduit (e.g., anticlotting, decalcification, tissue occulsion, etc.) : With anticoagulant supply means : Conduit or holder therefor removably attached to another injector component by friction)

Patent 5591141: Suction coagulator bending tool
(SURGERY : MEANS OR METHOD FOR FACILITATING REMOVAL OF NON THERAPEUTIC MATERIAL FROM BODY : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.))

Patent 5591142: Catheter with wire reinforcement having good electrical conductivity
(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.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With reinforcing structure : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands : Removable plug)

Patent 5591143: Luer connector with torque indicator
(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.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Multiple sections : Braided or woven strands surrounding lumen)

Patent 5591144: Drainage bag
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Conduit or connector for material collector/receptor)

Patent 5591145: Catheter with wall perforations
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacles receiving protruding body member (e.g., ears, genitalia, breast, etc.) : Genital receptacle : Receptacle structured for collecting urine or discharge from male member (e.g., external catheter, etc.) : Including body support means)

Patent 5591146: Sanitary napkin with perfume-bearing microcapsule adhesive
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Deodorant containing : Flexible apron type)

Patent 5591147: Absorbent article having an oppositely biased attachment flap
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing particular materials, fibers, or particles : Foam or cellular structure material : Catamenial receptacle)

Patent 5591148: Sanitary napkin having an independently displaceable central core segment
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing layers having differing absorption characteristics (e.g., flow control, wicking, etc.) : Cellulose or cellulosic materials)

Patent 5591149: Absorbent article having meltblown components
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing layers having differing absorption characteristics (e.g., flow control, wicking, etc.) : Cellulose or cellulosic materials)

Patent 5591150: Sanitary napkin having a resilient body-conforming portion
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Hourglass shape : Absorbent means interposed between pervious topsheet and impervious backsheet : Carboxy-radical containing)

Patent 5591151: Garment-like disposable absorbent article having a bloused outer cover
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Carboxy-radical containing)

Patent 5591152: Absorbent article with dynamic elastic waist feature having a predisposed resilient flexural hinge
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : And waist opening : Plural elastic elements)

Patent 5591153: Absorbent articles with integral release system and methods of making same
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By securing to garment or person : Waist opening)

Patent 5591154: Disposable absorbent product
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By securing to garment or person : Waist opening)

Patent 5591155: Disposable training pant having improved stretchable side panels
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Specific garment, holder, or support for absorbent pad : By strap, belt, tying, or endless band means)

Patent 5591156: Semiconductor medical treatment instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 5591157: Method and apparatus for tympanic membrane shrinkage
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : With particular wavelength :)

Patent 5591159: Transcavitary myocardial perfusion apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Placed in body : With optical fiber :)

Patent 5591160: Fiber optic sleeve for surgical instruments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Placed in body : With optical fiber :)

Patent 5591161: Angled beam delivery handpiece for laser or other monochromatic light source
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens) : With optical fiber)

Patent 5591162: Treatment method using a micro heat pipe catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cyrogenic application : With coolant supply : Tip or other cooling concentration means : Self-contained coolant supply : Articulated arm)

Patent 5591163: Apparatus and method for laparoscopic urethropexy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Heat application : Tip or other heat concentration means : Tip in electrical circuit : With hand manipulable coolant control)

Patent 5591164: External fixation apparatus and system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Pin connector : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5591165: Apparatus and method for spinal fixation and correction of spinal deformities
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5591166: Multi angle bone bolt
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5591167: Anterior dorso-lumbar spinal osteosynthesis instrumentation for the correction of kyphosis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5591168: Device for stabilizing fractures of the upper end of the femur
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Femoral screw : Cross-fastened)

Patent 5591169: Device and method for positioning and holding bone fragments in place
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Cortical plate : Expanding)

Patent 5591170: Intramedullary bone cutting saw
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Saw type tool : Acetabular)

Patent 5591171: Adapter and method for measuring pressures of fluid materials
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Device for the application of bone cement : Applicator : Pressurized cement placement :)

Patent 5591172: Transluminal implantation device
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 5591173: Schifano obstetric scissors
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Obstetric or gynecological instruments : Umbilical clamp : By vacuum application)

Patent 5591174: Microkeratome and method and apparatus for calibrating a microkeratome
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 5591175: Device for positioning a person's head in a coordinate system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 5591176: Method and apparatus for livestock castration
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for, or to assist in mammalian sterilization : By severing : By application of wax or adhesive)

Patent 5591177: Apparatus and method of extracorporeally applying and locking laparoscopic suture and loop ligatures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 5591178: Surgical clip applier
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Clip applier : Clip fed from supply : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 5591179: Anastomosis suturing device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 5591180: Surgical suturing apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 5591181: Surgical suturing apparatus with loading mechanism
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 5591182: Atraumatic surgical clamping instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)

Patent 5591183: Dissection apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 5591184: Fluid jet surgical cutting instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 5591185: Method and apparatus for reprofiling or smoothing the anterior or stromal cornea by scraping
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 5591186: Self-cutting trocar
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 5591187: Laparoscopic tissue retrieval device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Rotary cutter : Cylindrical)

Patent 5591188: Surgical instrument for impact insertion of an intraosseous trocar-needle
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Lancet : Spring driven or biased into cutting position : Removable)

Patent 5591189: Safety penetrating instrument with safety member moving during penetration and triggered safety member protrusion
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 5591190: Safety trocar penetrating instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 5591191: Surgical instrument and method for helically incising a pathway into the interior of the body
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 5591192: Surgical penetration instrument including an imaging element
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 5591193: Retractable safety penetrating instrument for portal sleeve introduction
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 5591194: Telescoping balloon catheter and method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Acupuncture means)

Patent 5591195: Apparatus and method for engrafting a blood vessel
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 5591196: Method for deployment of radially expandable stents
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)

Patent 5591197: Expandable stent forming projecting barbs and method for deploying
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having multiple connected bodies :)

Patent 5591198: Multiple sinusoidal wave configuration stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Helically wound : Temperature responsive)

Patent 5591199: Curable fiber composite stent and delivery system
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Formed inside natural blood vessel : Temperature responsive)

Patent 5591200: Method and apparatus for applying pressure to a body limb for treating edema
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : With emboli trap or filter)

Patent 5591201: Method and apparatus for haemostatic compression
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : With emboli trap or filter)

Patent 5591202: Endoscopic instruments having low friction sheath
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Head)

Patent 5591203: Anastomosis cuff manipulator tool
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaw structure : Horn bender)

Patent 5591204: Device and method for sealing puncture wounds
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)

Patent 5591205: Insertion assembly and method of inserting a vessel plug into the body of a patient
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)

Patent 5591206: Method and device for closing wounds
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Horn bender)

Patent 5591207: Driving system for inserting threaded suture anchors
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 5591208: Exercising frame
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Chiropractic or osteopathic implement : Extension appliance : Motorized pummelling device)

Patent 5591209: Implantable defibrillator system for generating an active biphasic waveform
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 5591210: Implantable defibrillation system and method for producing only short pulse waveforms
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 5591211: Defibrillator having redundant switchable high voltage capacitors
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 5591212: Hybrid battery for implantable pulse generator
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 5591213: Defibrillator system condition indictator
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 5591214: Pacemaker with automatic blanking period function
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Computing energy required or contact impedance)

Patent 5591215: Apparatus and method for detection of atrial fibrillation by ventricular stability and ventricular pacing
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Treating or preventing abnormally high heart rate :)

Patent 5591216: Method for treatment of sleep apnea by electrical stimulation
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Stimulating respiration function : Incontinence control)

Patent 5591217: Implantable stimulator with replenishable, high value capacitive power source and method therefor
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Energy source outside generator body : Producing aural effects by stimulation)

Patent 5591218: Current limiter for implantable electronic device lead
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Promoting patient safety or comfort : Producing aural effects by stimulation)

Patent 5591219: Frequency modulator
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 5591220: Fluid replacement apparatus for use with a portable heating and cooling system
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Microwave or RF (high frequency))

Patent 5591221: Therapeutic footwear method
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : For specific external body area : Hand or foot : Top of head)

Patent 5591222: Method of manufacturing a device to dilate ducts in vivo
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Detachable from inflation means : Pressurized cement placement)

Patent 5591223: Re-expandable endoprosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent length remains constant with lateral expansion :)

Patent 5591224: Bioelastomeric stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Helically wound : Temperature responsive)

Patent 5591225: Composite artificial blood vessel
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Made of synthetic material : Coating)

Patent 5591226: Percutaneous stent-graft and method for delivery thereof
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) : Expandable stent with constraining means :)

Patent 5591227: Drug eluting stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Helically wound : Temperature responsive)

Patent 5591228: Methods for treating abdominal aortic aneurysms
(SURGERY : MISCELLANEOUS : Methods : Holding strap extending circumferentially of head or neck)

Patent 5591229: Aortic graft for repairing an abdominal aortic aneurysm
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent in combination with graft : Expandable stent with constraining means)

Patent 5591230: Radially expandable stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent length remains constant with lateral expansion :)

Patent 5591232: Surgical method for rejuvenating body members or for reshaping body members or for rejuvenating and reshaping body members by bone grafting
(SURGERY : MISCELLANEOUS : Methods : Holding strap extending circumferentially of head or neck)

Patent 5591233: Metal/composite hybrid orthopedic implants
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Composite bone : Stem structure)

Patent 5591234: Post-surgery orthopedic covering
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Tissue : Material characteristic)

Patent 5591235: Spinal fixation device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5591236: Polyacrylate emulsified water/solvent fabric cleaning compositions and methods of using same
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CLEANING OR LAUNDERING : Cellulose ester or ether fibers)

Patent 5591237: Fuel additive concentrate with enhanced storage stability
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Containing -X-N(=X) or -X-N(=X)(=X) bonded directly to carbon, wherein the X's are the same or diverse chalcogens (e.g., thionitrite esters, etc.) : Nitrates or Thionitrates (i.e., -X-N(=O)(=O) bonded directly to carbon) : With organic non-nitrate nitrogen compound :)

Patent 5591238: Method for preparing synthesis gas using nickel catalysts
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : PROCESSES : Manufacture from methane (natural gas) : Employing catalytic particles : Carburetor)

Patent 5591239: Nonwoven abrasive article and method of making same
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : BAG OR FILLED CLOTH :)

Patent 5591240: Powder paint booth backflow filter apparatus
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO SENSED CONDITION FOR CONTROL OF GAS FLOW OR NONGASEOUS CONSTITUENT DISCHARGE : Gas cutoff or diversion : Temperature or humidity responsive : By float)

Patent 5591241: Liquid vapor contact apparatus
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : WITH GAS AND LIQUID CONTACT APPARATUS : Nonliquid gas separating means downstream of liquid contact means : Filter : Perforated plate : Perforated plate)

Patent 5591242: Smoke processor
(GAS SEPARATION : PLURAL SERIAL BASICALLY DIVERSE SEPARATING MEDIA : Plural stages in unitary casing : Heat exchanger is part of separator or is contiguous therewith)

Patent 5591243: Liquid trap for compressed air
(GAS SEPARATION : PLURAL SERIAL BASICALLY DIVERSE SEPARATING MEDIA : Plural stages in unitary casing : Deflector and fibrous, filamentary, particulate solids, or cohesive sheet filter type : Multiple of one type in series of parallel in flow path : Gas flow actuates member)

Patent 5591244: System for removal of noxious fumes
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS FACILITATING TRANSPORTABILITY OR HANDLING OF APPARATUS : Indefinite or running length)

Patent 5591245: Method and apparatus for developing and edge stress in a windshield in a windshield bending furnace
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES : Reshaping or surface deformation of glass preform : Reshaping of planar sheet : By sagging by gravity on mold surface : Onto moving roll or platen)

Patent 5591247: Agglomerated product with paper fibers
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : COMPOSITIONS : Solid treating composition for liquid metal (e.g., flux, slagging agent, casting agent, etc.) or charge : Containing Alkaline earth metal compound or Aluminum(Al) compound : Containing Alkaline earth metal compound or Aluminum(Al) compound)

Patent 5591248: Method for melting metal, especially non-ferrous metal
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Aluminum(Al))

Patent 5591249: Flue gas conditioning method for intermittently energized precipitation
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : WITH CONTROL RESPONSIVE TO SENSED CONDITION : Electric or electrostatic field (e.g., electrostatic precipitation, etc.) : Current sensed :)

Patent 5591250: Material and process for separating carbon dioxide from methane
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SELECTIVE DIFFUSION OF GASES : Selective diffusion of gases through substantially solid barrier (e.g., semipermeable membrane, etc.) : Carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide permeates barrier :)

Patent 5591251: Side flow bubble trap apparatus and method
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : DEGASIFICATION OF LIQUID : Defoaming : Alkene sorbed)

Patent 5591252: Device and method for the continuous degassing of casting resin
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : DEGASIFICATION OF LIQUID : By liquid flow modifying or mechanical agitating : Liquid further separated)

Patent 5591253: Electrostatically enhanced separator (EES)
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : ELECTRIC FIELD SEPARATION APPARATUS (E.G., ELECTRICAL PRECIPITATOR, ELECTROSTATIC TYPE, ETC.) : Including gas flow distribution means : Spiralling inflow, centrifugal, or whirl generating surface means : Separator is single porous filter)

Patent 5591254: Vapor recovery system with automatic valve control
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : SOLID SORBENT APPARATUS : With control means responsive to sensed condition : Pressure sensing means : Nonrigid support (e.g., hanging electrode, etc.))

Patent 5591255: Thermochromic ink formulations, nail lacquer and methods of use
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Pigment containing : Hot, melt type, or wax containing : Organic oxygen compound containing)

Patent 5591256: High performance synthetic alkali metal alumino-silicate, methods and uses, compositions and high solids reaction methods of their preparation
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Silicon containing : Inorganic silicon compound, e.g., diatomaceous earth, soil, glass, sand, etc., or material derived therefrom : Aluminum compound containing, e.g., feldspar, mullite, etc. : Clay or material derived from clay containing, e.g., bentonite, montmorillonite, etc.)

Patent 5591257: Pigment preparations based on monoazo pigments
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Organic pigment containing : Pigment containing -N=N- group : Quinacridone pigment or derivative)

Patent 5591258: Preparation of linear, unsubstituted quinacridone pigments of the .beta.-phase
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Organic pigment containing : Quinacridone pigment or derivative : Quinacridone pigment or derivative)

Patent 5591259: Rapid setting cementitious compositions and method
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Aluminous cement (e.g., high alumina, calcium aluminate, etc.) : Organic material containing : Specified filler, dye or pigment (e.g., silica, feldspar, carbon, talc, asbestos, slag, mineral wool, etc.))

Patent 5591260: Method for crystal growth
(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 organic precursor (e.g., propane, metal-organic, MOCVD, MOVPE) : Fully-sealed or vacuum-maintained chamber (e.g., ampoule))

Patent 5591261: Electromechanical cake decorating apparatus
(COATING APPARATUS : EDIBLE BASE OR COATING TYPE : With means to return indicator to zero point)

Patent 5591262: Rotary chemical treater having stationary cleaning fluid nozzle
(COATING APPARATUS : WITH MEANS TO CENTRIFUGE WORK : Radiant heating)

Patent 5591263: Wood preservative applicator
(COATING APPARATUS : SOLID APPLICATOR CONTACTING WORK : Running length work)

Patent 5591264: Spin coating device
(COATING APPARATUS : PROJECTION OR SPRAY TYPE : Rotating work : Rotating work)

Patent 5591265: Protective coating
(COATING APPARATUS : IMMERSION OR WORK-CONFINED POOL TYPE : Work extending through pool-confining wall area : Plural superposed layers of coating material in pool)

Patent 5591266: Extrusion type coating head
(COATING APPARATUS : IMMERSION OR WORK-CONFINED POOL TYPE : Work-confined pool : With pump or nongravity discharge against work : Opposed)

Patent 5591267: Reduced pressure device
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 5591268: Plasma process with radicals
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : With treating means (e.g., jarring) : By creating electric field (e.g., gas activation, plasma, etc.) : Having glow discharge electrodes (e.g., DC, AC, RF, etc.) : With nozzle-shaped anode (i.e., DC spray gun))

Patent 5591269: Vacuum processing apparatus
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : With treating means (e.g., jarring) : By creating electric field (e.g., gas activation, plasma, etc.) : By tearing)

Patent 5591270: Lead oxide removal method
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : For metallic, siliceous, or calcareous basework, including chemical bleaching, oxidation or reduction : Including acidic agent : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 5591271: Process for cleaning inductor channels of furnaces melting non-ferrous metal alloys
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Hollow work, internal surface treatment : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 5591272: Method for cleaning an oil tank
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Including regeneration, purification, recovery or separation of agent used : Longitudinally traveling work, of bar, strip, strand, sheet or web form)

Patent 5591273: Process for distributing ultra high purity gases with minimized contamination and particulates
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Including use of vacuum, suction, or inert atmosphere : Carbon removal (e.g., from engines))

Patent 5591274: Heat treatment method for metals
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Carburizing or nitriding using externally supplied carbon or nitrogen source : Plural nozzles or plural work-contacting jets)

Patent 5591275: Composition and process for surface treating metal prior to cold working
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Processes of coating utilizing a reactive composition which reacts with metal substrate or composition therefore : Liquid reactive coating composition utilized : Contains lubricant or oil or overcoat thereof : With post-nitriding heat or quenching)

Patent 5591276: Magnetic alloy with ultrafine crystal grains and method of producing same
(METAL TREATMENT : STOCK : Magnetic : Amorphous : Copper containing)

Patent 5591277: Method for thermally conditioning disc drive swage mounts
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Heating or cooling of solid metal : Chilling to subambient temperature : Iron(Fe) or iron base alloy : And cooling with fluid contact)

Patent 5591278: Wheels for the tubular transport
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : With electrical conducting means : Coil spring)

Patent 5591279: Pneumatic vehicle tire
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Anti-skid devices : Tread : Containing randomly dispersed short fibers or anti-skid granules : Having varying tread characteristic (e.g., groove depth, groove angle, etc.) other than design cycle)

Patent 5591280: Pneumatic tire including sipes
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Anti-skid devices : Tread : Having groove or sipe with specified dimension or structure therewithin : Protrusion bridging between walls (e.g., tie bar, etc.) : Woven)

Patent 5591281: Flywheel tire inflation device
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Inflating devices : Wheel carried supply : Rotary joints)

Patent 5591282: Tire and vehicle system utilizing asymmetric support member molded to inboard sidewall
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Pneumatic tire or inner tube : Asymmetric tire : Asymmetry due to cross sectional profile : Multiple)

Patent 5591283: Pneumatic tire for bicycles with tire padding strips
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Pneumatic tire or inner tube : With means to protect inner tube from rim : Circumferential)

Patent 5591284: Radial tire with triangulated steel cord belt
(RESILIENT TIRES AND WHEELS : TIRES, RESILIENT : Pneumatic tire or inner tube : Characterized by belt or breaker structure : With cushioning or other special rubber ply layer : Utilizing two or more cord materials)

Patent 5591285: Fluorinated carbon polymer composites
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With formation of lamina by bulk deposition of discrete particles to form self-supporting article : With preformed material)

Patent 5591286: Method of making window frame for concrete wall panel
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Of lamina to building or installed structure : To similarly formed batt)

Patent 5591287: Process for producing layered ceramic product
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With vitrification or firing ceramic material : Nitride compound containing : Carbon fibers or filaments)

Patent 5591288: Contoured tire building drum and method of building an extended mobility tire
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Making flexible or resilient toroidal shape; e.g., tire, inner tube, etc. : Of plural layers : Applying tread material to fully-formed carcass : With specified procedure for bead, carcass or sidewall formation : Shaping)

Patent 5591289: Method of making a fibrous headliner by compression molding
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With weaving, knitting, braiding, twisting or needling : Prior to bonding of laminae (e.g., golf balls))

Patent 5591290: Method of making a laminate having variable adhesive properties
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With temporary disassembling and subsequent bonding of same laminae : On adherent surface of lamina prior to assembly)

Patent 5591291: Method of forming advanced cured resin composite parts
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Bonding of flexible filamentary material while in indefinite length or running length : With winding of filamentary material : Winding about subsequently removed core or mandrel : Wrapping of belt prior to shaping)

Patent 5591292: Welding method in the manufacture of a spirally wound tube and a welding head for performing the method
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With lamina formation by molding or casting : By extrusion : Hollow article or lamina : To form dished or receptacle-like product)

Patent 5591293: Process for manufacturing drip irrigation systems using plastic lamination/extrusion techniques
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With lamina formation by molding or casting : By extrusion : Hollow article or lamina : To form dished or receptacle-like product)

Patent 5591294: Recording sheet manufacturing and storing method, recording sheet obtained by the method, and ink jet recording method using the
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With cutting, punching, tearing or severing : And assembly with different lamina)

Patent 5591295: Bonding apparatus for electronic components
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : SURFACE BONDING MEANS AND/OR ASSEMBLY MEANS THEREFOR : Automatic and/or material-triggered control : Of feed of articles to assembly station : Responsive to presence, absence, or condition of article to which applied : Natural rubber containing)

Patent 5591297: Process and apparatus for making and incorporating acquisition/distribution inserts into absorbent cores
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : SURFACE BONDING MEANS AND/OR ASSEMBLY MEANS THEREFOR : With cutting, punching, piercing, severing, or tearing : Means feeding plural workpieces to be joined : Severing before bonding or assembling of parts : Delivering cut part in sequence to serially conveyed articles : Cutter also delivers cut piece)

Patent 5591298: Machine for ultrasonic bonding
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : SURFACE BONDING MEANS AND/OR ASSEMBLY MEANS THEREFOR : Presses or press platen structures, per se : With sonic or ultrasonic means : Implement carried web supply)

Patent 5591299: System for providing integrated monitoring, control and diagnostics functions for semiconductor spray process tools
(DATA PROCESSING: GENERIC CONTROL SYSTEMS OR SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS : SPECIFIC APPLICATION, APPARATUS OR PROCESS : Product assembly or manufacturing : Particular manufactured product or operation : Integrated circuit production or semiconductor fabrication : Rapid prototyping (e.g., layer-by-layer, material deposition))

Patent 5591300: Single crystal silicon dry-etch endpoint based on dopant-dependent and thermally-assisted etch rates
(SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MANUFACTURING: PROCESS : WITH MEASURING OR TESTING : Optical characteristic sensed : Altering electrical property by material removal)

Patent 5591301: Plasma etching method
(SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MANUFACTURING: PROCESS : CHEMICAL ETCHING : Vapor phase etching (i.e., dry etching) : Utilizing electromagnetic or wave energy : By creating electric field (e.g., plasma, glow discharge, etc.) : Using specified electrode/susceptor configuration (e.g., of multiple substrates using barrel-type susceptor, planar reactor configuration, etc.) to generate plasma : Producing energized gas remotely located from substrate)

Patent 5591302: Process for etching copper containing metallic film and for forming copper containing metallic wiring
(SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MANUFACTURING: PROCESS : CHEMICAL ETCHING : Vapor phase etching (i.e., dry etching) : Utilizing electromagnetic or wave energy : By creating electric field (e.g., plasma, glow discharge, etc.) : Utilizing multilayered mask : Silicide)

Patent 5591303: Process for operating a digester
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES OF CHEMICAL LIBERATION, RECOVERY OR PURIFICATION OF NATURAL CELLULOSE OR FIBROUS MATERIAL : Continuous chemical treatment or continuous charging or discharging : Plural diverse stage treatment :)

Patent 5591304: Method for the use of enzymes in bleaching paper pulp
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES OF CHEMICAL LIBERATION, RECOVERY OR PURIFICATION OF NATURAL CELLULOSE OR FIBROUS MATERIAL : With washing : Closed circuit circulation)

Patent 5591305: Imprinting felt and method of using the same
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Non-uniform, irregular or configured web or sheet : Subsequent treatment by irregular or configured die : With additional deformation)

Patent 5591306: Method for making soft tissue using cationic silicones
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Multi-layer waterlaid webs or sheets : Layers of different properties : Organic additive : Alkali metal, ammoninum, alkaline earth metal or magnesium hydroxide or carbonate in at least one stage)

Patent 5591307: Paper containing a filler
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Non-fiber additive : Inorganic : Silicon containing additive other than clay : Metal other than alkali metal, magnesium, or alkaline earth metal)

Patent 5591308: Wood pulp reactor
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : APPARATUS : Digester : With recovery means : Concurrent)

Patent 5591309: Papermaking machine for making uncreped throughdried tissue sheets
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : APPARATUS : With product winding or reeling means : Cylinder and doctor)

Patent 5591310: Distillation
(DISTILLATION: APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Systems : Separatory : Column : Automatic temperature and/or pressure control : Parallel)

Patent 5591311: Process for purifying a 2,6-dialkylphenol
(DISTILLATION: PROCESSES, SEPARATORY : WITH CHEMICAL REACTION : Including step of adding catalyst or reacting material : Alkaline oxide or hydroxide : Phosphoric or sulfuric acid)

Patent 5591312: Process for making fullerene fibers
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL AND WAVE ENERGY : : Processes of treating materials by wave energy : Process of preparing desired inorganic material : Using laser : Using laser)

Patent 5591313: Apparatus and method for localized ion sputtering
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL AND WAVE ENERGY : : Coating, forming or etching by sputtering : Glow discharge sputter deposition (e.g., cathode sputtering, etc.) : Using cohesive filter or solid packing)

Patent 5591314: Apparatus for affixing a rotating cylindrical magnetron target to a spindle
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL AND WAVE ENERGY : APPARATUS : Coating, forming or etching by sputtering : Coating : Magnetically enhanced : Flux passes through target surface : Cylindrical or curved magnetron target : Moving magnetic field or target : Plural metal oxides containing)

Patent 5591315: Solid-component membranes electrochemical reactor components electrochemical reactors use of membranes reactor components and
(ELECTROLYSIS: PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS USED THEREIN, AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE COMPOSITIONS : ELECTROLYTIC SYNTHESIS (PROCESS, COMPOSITION, AND METHOD OF PREPARING COMPOSITION) : Preparing organic compound : Hydrocarbon produced : Acyclic)

Patent 5591316: Electrocoat painting method using guarded tubular membrane electrode cells
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL AND WAVE ENERGY : : Electrophoresis or electro-osmosis processes and electrolyte compositions therefor when not provided for elsewhere : Coating or forming of object : With regeneration or replenishment of coating bath (e.g., ultrafiltration, ion exchange, measurement followed by addition of concentrated reagent, etc.) : Using filter or membrane : Acetylene)

Patent 5591317: Electrostatic device for water treatment
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL AND WAVE ENERGY : APPARATUS : Apparatus for electrical (including simultaneous electrical and magnetic) separation or purification of liquid or magnetic treatment of liquid (other than separation) : Probe type : Liquid level sensing means)

Patent 5591318: Method of fabricating a conductive polymer energy storage device
(ELECTROLYSIS: PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS USED THEREIN, AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE COMPOSITIONS : ELECTROLYTIC COATING (PROCESS, COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF PREPARING COMPOSITION) : Treating substrate prior to coating : Treating substrate with liquid other than tap water (e.g., for removing foreign material, etching, activating, etc.) : Blasting substrate with particulate material)

Patent 5591319: Electrolytic pre-enrichment method and apparatus for the combined electrolysis and catalytic exchange process
(ELECTROLYSIS: PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS USED THEREIN, AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE COMPOSITIONS : ELECTROLYTIC SYNTHESIS (PROCESS, COMPOSITION, AND METHOD OF PREPARING COMPOSITION) : Preparing nonmetal element : Deuterium or tritium produced : Utilizing specified electrode other than graphite or inorganic carbon)

Patent 5591320: Method for obtaining well defined edge radii on cutting tool inserts by electropolishing technique
(ELECTROLYSIS: PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS USED THEREIN, AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE COMPOSITIONS : ELECTROLYTIC EROSION OF A WORKPIECE FOR SHAPE OR SURFACE CHANGE (E.G., ETCHING, POLISHING, ETC.) (PROCESS AND ELECTROLYTE COMPOSITION) : Sharpening or point making : Rotating tool or workpiece)

Patent 5591321: Detection of fluids with metal-insulator-semiconductor sensors
(ELECTROLYSIS: PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS USED THEREIN, AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE COMPOSITIONS : ELECTROLYTIC ANALYSIS OR TESTING (PROCESS AND ELECTROLYTE COMPOSITION) : For organic compound : Using electrode containing precious metal or free carbon)

Patent 5591322: Dewaxing process using zeolite SSZ-25
(MINERAL OILS: PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : CHEMICAL CONVERSION OF HYDROCARBONS : Cracking : Catalytic : Silica or silicate containing catalyst : With metal or metal oxide : With group III metal, rare earth metal, or metal oxide (i.e., Sc, Y, Al, Ga, In, Tl, metal of atomic number 57-71 or oxide thereof) : With group IV metal or metal oxide (i.e., Ti, Zr, Hf, Ge, Sn, Pb, or oxide thereof) : With group VIII metal or metal oxide (i.e., iron, or platinum group metal, or oxide thereof))

Patent 5591323: Process for sweetening petroleum cuts without regular addition of alkaline solution using a basic solid catalyst
(MINERAL OILS: PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : REFINING : Sweetening : Nitrogen containing compound : With added nitrogen containing compound)

Patent 5591324: Hydroprocessing scheme for production of premium isomerized light gasoline
(MINERAL OILS: PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : REFINING : Sulfur removal (free or combined sulfur) : With hydrogen : With solid catalyst or absorbent : With group VI metal or compound : Organic treating agent)

 

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