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Patent 5601376: Retractable writing instrument having replaceable cartridge
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : PROJECTABLE AND RETRACTABLE TOOL : Clasp (e.g., Pocket Clip) associated with project-retract means or with latch : And removable cap for tool)
Patent 5601377: Yoke of universal joint and method of producing same
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ARTICULATED MEMBERS : Plural distinct articulation axes : Universal : Non-coplanar axes :)
Patent 5601378: Rod-end bearing device
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ARTICULATED MEMBERS : Pivoted : Universal ball and socket : Including liner, shim, or discrete seat : Completely spacing the members : Retainer extends through aligned recesses)
Patent 5601379: Support plate structure for a screen wiper mechanism
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MOLDED JOINT : Member cast in situ : Clamped member)
Patent 5601380: Quick disconnect coupling device
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Longitudinally splined or fluted rod : Rod designed to be manipulable, e.g., twistable, within coupling for quick disconnect : Longitudinally stepped or tapered)
Patent 5601381: Irrigation apparatus including pulsators
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : DRAINAGE OR IRRIGATION : Porous or apertured pipe, flume, or tileway : At outlet or intake)
Patent 5601382: Solar energy in-situ soil desorption apparatus
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SOIL REMEDIATION : In situ contaminant removal or stabilization : With treatment : Temperature : With heat)
Patent 5601383: Excavation method and apparatus for accessing underground pipes of pipelines for gas, oil, and the like for maintenance and/or restoration
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SUBTERRANEAN OR SUBMARINE PIPE OR CABLE LAYING, RETRIEVING, MANIPULATING, OR TREATING : Lining)
Patent 5601384: Plantable retaining wall
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Shoring, bracing, or cave-in prevention : Retaining wall : Shield type)
Patent 5601385: Apparatus for fitting and drilling bowling balls
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH MEANS TO REGULATE OPERATION BY USE OF TEMPLET, TAPE, CARD, OR OTHER REPLACEABLE INFORMATION SUPPLY : Bit detachable)
Patent 5601386: Cutter body including cutting fluid gland
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH MEANS TO APPLY TRANSIENT, FLUENT MEDIUM TO WORK OR PRODUCT : Including tool with duct : With tool-opposing, work-engaging surface)
Patent 5601387: Depth adjusting system for a power tool
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH WORK-ENGAGING STRUCTURE OTHER THAN TOOL OR TOOL-SUPPORT : Axially fixed to tool : With means to bias tool away from work)
Patent 5601388: Tool holder for a rotary and/or chisel hammer
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-SUPPORT : With tool-retaining means : Including laterally movable tool-carrier)
Patent 5601389: Automatic book binding machine for cut-sheets
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With measuring, testing, or inspection means : And randomly actuated stopping or disabling means)
Patent 5601390: Conveyor-type three dimensional parking system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS PARTICULARLY ADAPTED FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING A FACILITY COMPRISING ONE OR MORE SITES FOR THE PARKING OF WHEELED VEHICLES : Including one or more movable sites : On driven, plural-site carrier initially receiving vehicle : Moving linearly in vertical direction or orbiting in vertical plane : Endless carrier having sites attached thereto (e.g., suspended therefrom, etc.) : Endless carrier having sites attached thereto (e.g., suspended therefrom, etc.))
Patent 5601391: Dual gripper picker assembly for an automated storage system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PLURAL, STATIC STRUCTURES FOR SUPPORTING DISCRETE LOADS AND CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Load-underlying members (e.g., racks, receptacles (or a compartmented receptacle), shelves, troughs, etc.) : Charging or discharging means includes load sustaining surface and device to transfer load, with horizontal component of movement, from or to surface or member : Device includes push-pull mechanism : By conveyor movable (e.g., pivotable, etc.) to reposition outlet thereof)
Patent 5601392: Front-side lifting and loading apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : For emptying contents thereof into portable receiving means : Having receiving means mounted on wheeled vehicle : Device includes vertically swinging arm and receptacle support pivotably attached thereto : With bucket or scoop-type holder)
Patent 5601393: Dual capacity hook-lift hoist
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Separable load rack : With reciprocating conveyor (e.g., ejector type, etc.))
Patent 5601394: Workload regulator for automated production
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of charging load-holding or -supporting element from source and transporting element to working, treating, or inspecting station : Of stacking)
Patent 5601395: Organizer system and method for a rotatable storage structure
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of charging or discharging plural static structures for supporting discrete loads and utilizing charging or discharging means therefor : Of stacking)
Patent 5601396: Method and device for manipulating stacked flat articles
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of emptying portable receptacle : Of stacking)
Patent 5601397: Apparatus for counting and stacking tortillas
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : With means for removing completed stack from stacking location : Includes driven conveyor whereon continuously supported stack is formed : And conveyor for receiving unloaded stack)
Patent 5601398: Fuel pump including axially movable end covers for feeding fuel from a supply tank to an internal engine
(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 5601399: Internally cooled gas turbine vane
(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 5601400: Centrifugal blower improved to reduce vibration and noise
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SOUND OR VIBRATORY WAVE ABSORBING OR PREVENTING MEANS OR ARRANGEMENT : Diverse fluids to motor)
Patent 5601401: Variable stage vane actuating apparatus
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : SELECTIVELY ADJUSTABLE VANE OR WORKING FLUID CONTROL MEANS : Upstream of runner : Plural and arcuately or circularly arranged around runner axis : Individually pivoted vanes : Axial flow blade set)
Patent 5601402: Turbo machine shroud-to-rotor blade dynamic clearance control
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade edge and static part : Selectively adjustable : On same radial plane with blade)
Patent 5601403: Apparatus and methods for modifying a turbine diaphragm for use with a reduced rotor LAN diameter
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade supported radial tip ring and static part : Labyrinth seal)
Patent 5601404: Integral disc seal
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between axial flow runner and vane or vane diaphragm structure : Labyrinth seal)
Patent 5601405: Valve apparatus for steam turbines
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Nozzle discharging onto motor runner : Including an axial-flow blade set)
Patent 5601406: Centrifugal compressor hub containment assembly
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Casing having tangential inlet or outlet (i.e., centrifugal type) : Axially directed inlet and tangential outlet : Inlet scroll)
Patent 5601407: Stator for turbomachines
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Vane or deflector : Plural and arcuately or circularly arranged in radial plane around runner axis : Having means for mounting diaphragm or plural vane holder to casing : Nonradial flow runner)
Patent 5601408: Axisymmetric elastomeric bearing assembly for helicopter rotors
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ARTICULATED, RESILIENTLY MOUNTED OR SELF-SHIFTING IMPELLER OR WORKING MEMBER : Nonmetallic resilient mounting : Aircraft rotors : Engine driven)
Patent 5601409: Fan blade for ceiling fans
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Laminated, embedded member or encased material : Propeller and non-mixers)
Patent 5601410: Fan having blades with sound reducing material attached
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Coating, specific composition or characteristic : Plastic or synthetic material : Concentric or circular ribs)
Patent 5601411: Stainless steel type 13Cr5Ni having high toughness, and usage the same
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Coating, specific composition or characteristic : Angular or offset)
Patent 5601412: Variable size circular fan guard
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : PROTECTIVE SCREEN OR GUARD : Water or marine propellers)
Patent 5601413: Automatic low fluid shut-off method for a pumping system
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Having timer or delay means : Pumps in parallel flow paths with common inflow or outflow)
Patent 5601414: Interstage liquid/gas phase detector
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Controlling motive fluid or drive motor)
Patent 5601415: Fluid pressure device
(PUMPS : ONE FLUID PUMPED BY CONTACT OR ENTRAINMENT WITH ANOTHER : Jet : Regulation : By controlling motive fluid : Pressure controlled)
Patent 5601416: Wave cam type compressor
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)
Patent 5601417: Hydraulic pump with ball bearing pistons
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Motor driven : Unidirectionally acting rigidly connected pumping members)
Patent 5601418: Blood pump
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Pump magnetically coupled to rotary drive : Relatively movable pumping members)
Patent 5601419: Nozzle structure for a full-circumferential flow pump
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary motor and rotary nonexpansible chamber pump : With specific housing details : With lubricator)
Patent 5601420: Interlock, latching, and retaining mechanism for an infusion pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Plural bellows)
Patent 5601421: Valveless double acting positive displacement fluid transfer device
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Pumping member position controlled port : Common pumping member controls inlet or discharge for plural chambers : Control by movement of pumping member about axis : Endless chain or belt)
Patent 5601422: Assembly for feeding fuel out of a supply tank to an internal combustion engine
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WITH PLURAL WORKING FLUID INLET OR OUTLET PASSAGES : Sliding vane)
Patent 5601423: High clearance sliding vane pump
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WITH MECHANICAL SEALING : Axially movable end wall or end wall portion : With resilient biasing means)
Patent 5601424: Method for reducing No.sub.x using atomizing steam injection control
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Feeding flame modifying additive :)
Patent 5601425: Staged combustion for reducing nitrogen oxides
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Flame shaping, or distributing components in combustion zone :)
Patent 5601426: Catalytic method
(COMBUSTION : FUEL DISPERSER INSTALLED IN FURNACE : Disperser feeds into permeable mass, e.g., checkerwork, etc. : Mixing ring or group of deflectors overhangs flange surface)
Patent 5601427: Waste melting furnace and a method of melting wastes
(HEATING : WITH WORK COOLING STRUCTURE : At regenerator or recuperator (e.g., slag pocket, etc.))
Patent 5601428: Vertical heat-treating apparatus and heat insulator
(HEATING : WORK FEEDING, AGITATING, DISCHARGING OR CONVEYING SUBCOMBINATION : Removable furnace bottom section or kiln cart : Roll)
Patent 5601429: Dental implant anchor
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : By screw : Having handles to pivot surface (e.g., pliers))
Patent 5601430: Process for the removal of soft tooth decay using a unique abrasive fluid stream
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)
Patent 5601431: Interior design system and method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ARCHITECTURE, INTERIOR DECORATION, OR INDUSTRIAL PLANT LAYOUT : Curtain or wall, ceiling, or floor cover : Building or room interior represented pictorially or by model : View simulating means located on belt or cylinder)
Patent 5601432: Educational organizer
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMPUTER LOGIC, OPERATION, OR PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTION : Writing guide for the blind)
Patent 5601433: Earthquake toy, educational device or the like
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : GEOGRAPHY : Using playing card)
Patent 5601434: Method and apparatus for teaching skiing techniques
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PHYSICAL EDUCATION : Skiing : Means on hand or finger for indicating finger to be used)
Patent 5601435: Method and apparatus for interactively monitoring a physiological condition and for interactively providing health related information
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Physics)
Patent 5601436: Apparatus and method for generating and presenting an audiovisual lesson plan
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Physics)
Patent 5601437: Clockspring with centering display device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : Rotary movement : Part comprising hand wheel, e.g., steering wheel :)
Patent 5601438: Independent socket for use with stacked memory card connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With guide for directing panel circuit movement : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)
Patent 5601440: Plug lock out apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH UNAUTHORIZED CONNECTION PREVENTER, E.G., KEY OR COMBINATION LOCK : Prong cover : Uninterrupted contact accessible by mating contact moving in a first, then a lateral direction)
Patent 5601441: Self-terminating electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)
Patent 5601442: Switch plug
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)
Patent 5601443: Auto seizing connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Contractile receptacle : Biased toward mating thread)
Patent 5601444: Apparatus for securing a ribbon cable plug to a printed circuit board connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : With coupling part retained in connection with mating part by presence of distinct coupling part : Including resilient latching retaining means)
Patent 5601445: Electrical and structural interconnector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including movement of coupling part about axis : Pivotal movement : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)
Patent 5601446: Connector latch and assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : Rearwardly extending finger)
Patent 5601447: Patch cord assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Plural contacts, each formed by slot between pair of fingers : From different margins of contact)
Patent 5601448: Connector for lighting system and method
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Contact member cutting to contact first conductor and contacting second conductor : Lamp or electron tube socket or base : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)
Patent 5601449: Rear holder cover of waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH OR HAVING FLEXIBLE GUARD OR SUPPORT FOR CABLE OR CONDUCTOR : Resilient : Finger)
Patent 5601450: Matable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Including bale or loop)
Patent 5601451: Combination connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Indicator light : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)
Patent 5601452: Non-arcing clamp for automotive battery jumper cables
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : Adapted to connect to a battery : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)
Patent 5601453: Electrical connector hold-down
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Having resilient means engaging panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder)
Patent 5601454: Method of and construction for detecting defect in lance
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure contact within coupling part housing : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 5601455: Quadriplex receptacle
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Two or more plural-contact coupling parts combined in one integral unit : Unit includes receptacle for receiving plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Plural receptacles with each having screw-thread-coupling contact)
Patent 5601456: Bus bar connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Separate spring means moves rigid nonresilent clamping part into securing condition : Socket connector having three or more annularly arranged duplicate grip elements : Clamp jaw movably secured to screw or nut)
Patent 5601457: Female electrical contact of the socket type
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Having separate gripping spring means located within or extending into rigid socket body : With additional spring means to operate slidable cam or wedge)
Patent 5601458: Electric terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Socket comprises tubular body having resilient means for gripping inserted elongated contact (includes split or slotted tube) : Having resilient cantilevered clamping finger located within tubular body : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)
Patent 5601459: Solder bearing lead and method of fabrication
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING PART PERMANENTLY SECURED TO CONDUCTOR USING FUSED OR MOLDED MATERIAL : Adapted to be secured to conductor formed on printed circuit board : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)
Patent 5601460: Gel filled modular electrical connecting block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH PROVISION TO RESTRICT ENVIRONMENT EFFECTS : Including contact cover or case : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)
Patent 5601461: Float tube propulsion apparatus
(MARINE PROPULSION : ELECTRIC DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS :)
Patent 5601462: Toy boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : ELECTRIC DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS :)
Patent 5601463: Fluid actuated cylinder with outboard motor mounting
(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 5601464: Transmission system for counter-rotational propulsion device
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Having transmission : Cage or screen)
Patent 5601465: Method for manufacturing arc tube for discharge bulb
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With start up, flashing or aging : Electrode position sensing or adjusting by optical operation)
Patent 5601466: Method for fabricating field emission device metallization
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 5601467: Method for manufacturing a low resistant electroluminescent display device
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 5601468: Plasma display panel and method for forming fluorescent screens of the same
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 5601469: Fastening device for cloth dolls and decorative articles
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Including figure toy : Diverse article is container, holder, or support : Resiliently biased projector)
Patent 5601470: Toy building block puzzle
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Interfitting elements : Joined by lateral sliding (e.g., dovetail) : Extending transversely through panel or strip)
Patent 5601471: Skating doll platform
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Having detachable cord for spinning)
Patent 5601472: Method of forming a simulated toy volcano and method of use thereof
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INCLUDING DISPENSER : Wheeled vehicle)
Patent 5601473: Skate sharpening apparatus and method
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)
Patent 5601474: Polishing disc of spherical surface polishing device for optical fiber end surface and method for polishing spherical surface of optical fiber
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 5601475: Method of manufacturing surgical needles having blunt tips
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Tumbling : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)
Patent 5601476: Method for precision-grinding a bezel at the inlet bore a workpiece
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Ring, tube, bushing, sleeve, or cylinder abrading : Ball abrading)
Patent 5601477: Polycrystalline abrasive compact with honed edge
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing nonrigid tool : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)
Patent 5601478: Fluidized stream accelerator and pressuiser apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : With nonabrading means)
Patent 5601479: Method and apparatus for decontaminating structures
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And centrifugal particle propulsion means)
Patent 5601480: Cleaning machine for treating goods with liquid and granules
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And separation means : Table)
Patent 5601481: Method and machining apparatus for use especially in the sanding of items of wood in a sanding machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Drawing reel)
Patent 5601482: Rod-shaped workpiece grinder
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)
Patent 5601483: Power tool
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Rotary disk tool : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 5601484: Device for transporting wafer magazines
(VENTILATION : CLEAN ROOM : Having blower)
Patent 5601485: Blackout panels
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific cover or shield for exterior vent opening : Wall type : Louver : Sliding or axially moveable)
Patent 5601486: Cotton basket door and lid structure
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : MACHINE COMPONENT ARRANGEMENT AND STRUCTURE, E.G., ENGINE PLACEMENT, GRAIN BIN : Pneumatic)
Patent 5601487: Electronic game devices and methods
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game including a simulated projectile (e.g., bullet, missile, ball, puck, etc.) : Simulated court game or athletic event (e.g., soccer, basketball, etc.) :)
Patent 5601488: Electronic rummy game
(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 5601489: Compact electronic apparatus with removable processing units
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Data storage or retrieval (e.g., memory, video tape, etc.) : Cartridge : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))
Patent 5601490: Track racing game machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : PROPELLED RACING : Electrically self-propelled object : Having means to alter lateral position of object (e.g., steerable car, lane changer, etc.) : Perforator)
Patent 5601491: Quiet appliance clutch
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : OVERLOAD RELEASE COUPLING : Torque transmitted via resiliently biased positive drive connection (e.g., cam and follower) : Axially biased)
Patent 5601492: Two mass flywheel for a motor vehicle transmission having a separate thrust bearing between the two masses
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : With fluid damping :)
Patent 5601493: Drive shaft made of fiber reinforced plastics, and method for connecting pipe made of fire-reinforced plastics
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : SHAFTING : Nonmetalic shaft or component : Corrugated structure)
Patent 5601494: End fitting having adhesive channels for drive shaft assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : SHAFTING : With disparate device for coupling shaft to additional shaft or rotary body : Corrugated structure)
Patent 5601495: Billiards ball rack
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Ball spotting rack : Chalk holder)
Patent 5601496: Pool ball rack
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Ball spotting rack : Chalk holder)
Patent 5601498: Golf club head with shankless hosel
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Having longitudinal recess or projection)
Patent 5601499: Golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Putter : Resilient sleeve engaging hosel and outer shaft wall)
Patent 5601500: Golf putter head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Particular relationship between shaft longitudinal axis and head orientation : Resilient sleeve engaging hosel and outer shaft wall)
Patent 5601501: Iron type golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Particular material composition or mass distribution : Recess or cavity behind striking face : In vertical bore access through top)
Patent 5601502: Three-piece solid golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Containing metal : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Nonwound layer)
Patent 5601503: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Particular dimple detail : Depth or width : Nonwound layer)
Patent 5601504: Protection device for pulley bearings
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : STRUCTURE FACILITATING LUBRICATION OF BELT, PULLEY, OR GUIDE ROLL : Plural belts in series via countershaft)
Patent 5601505: Hydraulic tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster or shifter driven by electrical or fluid motor : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)
Patent 5601506: Electro-hydraulic control system in a power transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Pressure control : With reversing means)
Patent 5601507: Mechanical gearing
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANET PERIPHERY SURROUNDS AXIS OF INTERACTING GEAR (E.G., ECCENTRICALLY DRIVEN TRANSMISSON) : Friction gearing : Single member has oppositely axially facing tooth sets)
Patent 5601508: Bevel gear differential lock
(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 5601509: Taper roller continuously variable transmission
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : STEPLESS RATIO CHANGE : Intermediate idler between driving and driven gears : Idler between conoidal gears : Idler is ring : Rigid :)
Patent 5601510: Failure detecting system and method for automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With brake control : One control blocks another : Pressure controlled)
Patent 5601511: Temperature control system for a vehicle power train
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Control by sensed ambient condition, pattern indicia, external signal, or temperature : Temperature control : Pressure controlled)
Patent 5601512: Reverse speed control for lawn mowers
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Transmission setting contingent : Initiation inhibited by sensed condition)
Patent 5601513: System for detecting shifter position sensor malfunction
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : Transmission setting contingent)
Patent 5601514: Swimming exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Swimming : Utilizing fluid resistance)
Patent 5601515: Adjustable recumbent bicycle exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 5601517: Arm exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)
Patent 5601518: Portable exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Resilient component attached to stationary support : Having pair of handles)
Patent 5601519: Abdominal exercising machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : User interface element)
Patent 5601520: Wear-resistant hard-surfacing for the rolls of high-pressure roll presses
(ROLL OR ROLLER : WITH SPECIFIC ROLLER EXTERIOR SURFACE STRUCTURE : Surface projections, indentations, or slits : Radially aligned : Outer screenlike layer over skeleton or perforate core; e.g., Dandy roll)
Patent 5601521: Method for manufacturing a divider for a cardboard box
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : Including assembling or disassembling of distinct members : Comprising bringing two members together : Indeterminate length member : Plural indeterminate length members : Plural applicators)
Patent 5601522: Fixed angle composite centrifuge rotor fabrication with filament windings on angled surfaces
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING PLURALITY OF MINIATURE BOWLS (E.G., TEST TUBES) DISTRUBUTED ABOUT ROTATABLE CARRIER AND READILY REMOVABLE THEREFROM : Comprising or including means for cooling)
Patent 5601523: Method of separating intermixed materials of different specific gravity with substantially intermixed discharge of fines
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR FURNISHING AUXILIARY FLUID TO MATERIAL OR APPARATUS : Liquid : Furnished at plural locations :)
Patent 5601524: Method of separating intermixed materials of different specific gravity with substantially intermixed discharge of fines
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR FURNISHING AUXILIARY FLUID TO MATERIAL OR APPARATUS : Liquid : Furnished at plural locations :)
Patent 5601525: Hard-type endoscope apparatus
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Fluid channel (e.g., suction, irrigation, aspiration))
Patent 5601526: Ultrasound therapy apparatus delivering ultrasound waves having thermal and cavitation effects
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic : Hyperthermia :)
Patent 5601527: spine sling support
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Applicator having specific movement)
Patent 5601528: Obstetric device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Obstetric : Produced by vacuum and compression)
Patent 5601529: Finger massage apparatus
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Unbalanced weight : With drive means : Electric drive : Hand supported : Belt retained on hand :)
Patent 5601530: Paper applicator containing a water-insoluble coating
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INSERTING FIBROUS OR FORAMINOUS RESIDENT PACKING, RECEPTOR, OR MEDICAMENT CARRIER INTO BODY ORIFICE : With flow control means (e.g., check valves, hydrocephalus pumps, etc.))
Patent 5601531: Breast pump assembly and method of using same
(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 forceably introducing or removing material from body orifice or wound : Lacteal extractors (e.g., breast pump, etc.) : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)
Patent 5601532: Locking safety cover for sharp instruments
(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 5601533: Endoscopic puncture needle 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 bag or sheath enclosing body entering conduit)
Patent 5601534: Disposable hypodermic syringe and needle combination
(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 : Portion of body entering conduit stored in material receiving syringe reservoir : And impelling material conduit into body)
Patent 5601535: 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 5601536: Needle tip 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 : Removable cover or protector for body inserted conduit : Bag type)
Patent 5601537: Catheter 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 : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)
Patent 5601538: Flow directed catheter with hydrophilic distal end
(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 : Vaginal or douche type)
Patent 5601539: Microbore catheter having kink-resistant metallic tubing
(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 : Colostomy apparatus)
Patent 5601540: Apparatus for positioning a split ring over an enlarged flange
(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 : Shaped for cardiovascular system)
Patent 5601541: Footstand for chest drainage unit
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Material collector or receptacle having attaching means to static support independent of body : Having liquid seal means)
Patent 5601542: Absorbent composite
(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 : Collagen or gelling material : Catamenial receptacle)
Patent 5601543: Absorbent article having a selectively weakened pocket cuff
(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 : Pouch means : Pulling string)
Patent 5601544: Child's training pant with elasticized shaped absorbent and method of making the 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.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Upstanding side flap : Plural elastic elements)
Patent 5601545: Disposable absorbent article with improved waist containment and gasketing
(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 5601546: Disposable diaper
(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 : Upstanding side flap : Plural elastic elements)
Patent 5601547: Waist elastic system with improved modulus of elasticity for a child's training pant
(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 : Waist opening : And waist opening)
Patent 5601548: Open angle glaucoma treatment apparatus and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)
Patent 5601549: Medical observing instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic :)
Patent 5601550: Pelvic pin guide system for insertion of pins into iliac bone
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Couch)
Patent 5601551: Geared external fixator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Couch)
Patent 5601552: Fixing device for a rigid transverse connection device between rods of a spinal osteosynthesis system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5601553: Locking plate and bone screw
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5601554: Branch connector for spinal fixation systems
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5601555: Moskovich clamps for interlaminar cervical fixation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5601556: Apparatus for spondylolisthesis reduction
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5601557: Anchoring and manipulating tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)
Patent 5601558: Soft tissue anchors and systems for implantation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)
Patent 5601559: Intraosseous needle
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Shape memory material)
Patent 5601560: Tool bit for a motor driven surgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)
Patent 5601561: Guided bone rasp
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Osteotome or scraper : Rasp or file : Having separable and distinct plate elements)
Patent 5601562: Forked insertion tool and metnod of arthroscopic surgery using the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)
Patent 5601563: Orthopaedic milling template with attachable cutting guide
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)
Patent 5601564: Cannulated broach for total joint arthroplasty
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)
Patent 5601565: Osteotomy method and apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Rasp or file)
Patent 5601566: Method and apparatus for the alignment of a femoral knee prosthesis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Knee or knee joint : Having separable and distinct plate elements)
Patent 5601567: Method of sizing a femoral canal using a modular femoral trial hip replacement system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Gauging or measuring device : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))
Patent 5601568: Handle for the controlled relative sliding of a sheath and of a stem; apparatus comprising such a handle and method for implanting a blood
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)
Patent 5601569: Stereotactic frame and localization method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)
Patent 5601570: Stereotaxic rotational adaptor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)
Patent 5601571: Surgical fastener implantation device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)
Patent 5601572: Device or apparatus for manipulating matter having a elastic ring clip
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)
Patent 5601573: Sterile occlusion fasteners and instruments and method for their placement
(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 5601574: Sterile clips and instrument for their placement
(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 5601575: Needle driving device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Means for clamping needle to handle : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))
Patent 5601576: Surgical knot pusher and method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)
Patent 5601577: Apparatus for assisting the tying of a suture
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)
Patent 5601578: Endoscopic suturing device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)
Patent 5601579: Method for the treatment of bowel adhesions
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)
Patent 5601580: Venous valve cutter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)
Patent 5601581: Methods and devices for blood vessel harvesting
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)
Patent 5601582: Cutting catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)
Patent 5601583: Surgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)
Patent 5601584: Scalpel with integrated visual control aperture
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Means to limit cutter penetration depth (e.g., dura guard) : Recriprocating or oscillating cutter)
Patent 5601585: Multi-motion side-cutting biopsy sampling device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Rotary cutter : Cylindrical)
Patent 5601586: Variable angle rotating shaver
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Rotary cutter : Cylindrical)
Patent 5601588: Endoscopic puncture needle
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)
Patent 5601589: Extraluminal balloon dissection apparatus and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Acupuncture means)
Patent 5601590: Expandable cannulas
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Acupuncture means)
Patent 5601591: Stent for use in prostatic urethra, apparatus and placement device for same and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601592: Mechanical lift system for surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601593: Stent for placement in a body tube
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having shape memory : Temperature responsive :)
Patent 5601594: Nasal stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Nasal dilator : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601595: Remobable thrombus filter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601596: Haemostatic pressure pad
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : With emboli trap or filter)
Patent 5601597: Combination radial artery occluder and wrist splint
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Tourniquet : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601598: Treatment device to aid in long-term cessation of smoking
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Acupressure device : Nose or throat)
Patent 5601599: Flexible surgical instruments incorporating a hollow lumen coil having areas of different preload tension
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Head)
Patent 5601600: Endoluminal coil delivery system having a mechanical release mechanism
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaws biased to open or closed position : Horn bender)
Patent 5601601: Hand held surgical device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaw structure : Horn bender)
Patent 5601602: Insertion assembly and method of inserting a vessel plug into the body of a patient
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)
Patent 5601603: Use of and process for the introduction of fibrin sealant into a puncture channel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)
Patent 5601604: Universal gastric band
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Means to draw opposed sides of incision into apposition : Detachable from inflation means)
Patent 5601605: Infant pacifier - fluid administering unit
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Oral pacifier : Nipple attachment or structure : Pull out or frangible)
Patent 5601607: Implantable cardioverter defibrillator housing plated electrode
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5601608: Methods and apparatus for applying charge-balanced antiarrhythmia shocks
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5601609: Implantable cardiac stimulating device and method for administering synchronized cardioversion shock therapy to provide preemptive
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5601610: Current leakage prevention circuit for an external defibrillator
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5601611: Optical blood flow measurement apparatus and method and implantable defibrillator incorporating same
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating : Sensing body condition or signal other than electrocardiographic signal :)
Patent 5601612: Method for applying a multiphasic waveform
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating : Controlling or indicating stimulation level :)
Patent 5601613: Method and apparatus for providing enhanced 2:1 block response with rate-responsive AV delay in a pacemaker
(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 5601614: Method and device for determining whether electrical signals in a heart are caused by an atrial depolarization
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Parameter control in response to sensed physiological load on heart : Ventricular electrocardiographic intervals (e.g., Q-T interval) : Respiratory movement)
Patent 5601615: Atrial and ventricular capture detection and threshold-seeking pacemaker
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Testing or monitoring pacer function : Measuring pacing, threshold, capture margin, or contact impedance : Respiratory movement)
Patent 5601617: Multichannel cochlear prosthesis with flexible control of stimulus waveforms
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Promoting auditory function : Producing aural effects by stimulation : With monitoring or testing feature)
Patent 5601618: Stimulation and heating device
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Generating complex signals : With one pulse and one oscillating signal component : By partially or wholly implanted device)
Patent 5601619: Phototherapeutic device and method
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)
Patent 5601620: Acidic hair dye compositions which comprise acid dyes, benzyl alchol, and polysiloxanes
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing :)
Patent 5601621: Process for the production of a fiber material and process for the dyeing of the modified fiber material with anionic textile dyes
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : OVERALL DIMENSIONAL MODIFICATION OR STABILIZATION, E.G., CREPING, ETC., INCLUDING USE OF CHEMICAL ADDITIVE TO FORM AT LEAST A TEMPORARY COMPOSITION, WITH DYEING PROCESS : Modification of molecular structure of substrate by chemical means, e.g., cross-linking of substrate, hydrolysis of substrate, etc. : Roller or disc)
Patent 5601622: Fibre-reactive anthraquinone dyes, process for their preparation, and their use
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYE OR POTENTIAL DYE COMPOSITION, ADDITIVE, TREATMENT, PROCESS, PRODUCT, OR ANCILLARY DYE OPERATION : Azo, acridone, or quinone dye : Anthraquinone dye : Sulfonic acid or salt thereof or sulfonamide : Amino)
Patent 5601623: Electrolytic cell and electrolytic process within a carbon dioxide environment
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Electric battery cell making : Strain gauge making)
Patent 5601624: Fuel composition with reaction product of oxygenated amine, dicarbonyl linking agent, and hydrocarbyl(ene) amine
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Heterocyclic carbon compound containing a hetero ring having chalcogen or nitrogen as the only ring hetero atoms : The hetero ring contains five members including nitrogen and carbon (e.g., pyrrolidones, porphines, etc.) : Acyclic chalcogen bonded directly to each carbon adjacent to the ring nitrogen (e.g., succinimides, etc.) : Carboxylic acid salt of the hetero ring compound, or a free carboxylic acid is present)
Patent 5601625: Process and device for removing heavy metals and compounds containing heavy metals
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH REMOTE FAN OR PUMP AND UNCONFINED FLOW TO SEPARATOR : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure)
Patent 5601626: Support construction of filter element in dust collecting apparatus
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS SECURING OR RETAINING SEPARATING MEDIA : Hinged or pivoted retainer or clamp on backing frame or in flow line : Two confined fluids in indirect contact)
Patent 5601627: Method for molding optical element
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES : Reshaping or surface deformation of glass preform : Sheet)
Patent 5601628: Method for the production of mineral wool
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES OF MANUFACTURING FIBERS, FILAMENTS, OR PREFORMS : Formation of fiber or preform utilizing fluid blast (e.g., from molten glass, etc.) : During slinging or rotary-centrifugal fiber distribution : Centrifuge with fiberizing holes : Adjacent combustion chamber, burner, or blower utilized : Having at least two concentric burners or blowers :)
Patent 5601629: Apparatus for producing a fiberglass pack with two steps of binder application
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : FIBER MAKING APPARATUS : Having coating or treating means : Combustion or flame attenuation)
Patent 5601630: Process for the production of synthetic rutile
(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.) : Iron(Fe) : With concurrent production of Titanium dioxide : Gold(Au))
Patent 5601631: Process for treating metal oxide fines
(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.) : Iron(Fe) : Moving furnace or hearth (e.g., moving belt, etc.) : With generation of gaseous reductant outside rotary kiln)
Patent 5601632: Method and an apparatus for the purification of residual products from flue gas purification plants
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : Below 300 degrees C : Using nonmetallic material which is liquid under standard conditions (e.g., hydrometallurgy, etc.) : With leaching or dissolving : Noble metal recovered as free metal)
Patent 5601633: High voltage electrical method for removing ecologically noxious substances from gases
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : ELECTRIC OR ELECTROSTATIC FIELD (E.G., ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATION, ETC.) : Pulsing or time-varying electric field (e.g., AC, pulsed DC, etc.) : Pulsing or time-varying electric field (e.g., AC, pulsed DC, etc.))
Patent 5601634: Purification of fluids by adsorption
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : With plural indirect heat transfer steps on solid sorbent or gaseous fluid mixture or constituent thereof : Rotating housing containing fixed sorbent or rotating plurality of housings)
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