Patents 5609319 - 5609572

 

 

Patent 5609319: Lotto ticket holder
(SUPPORTS : BRACKETS : Article holding means : Clamp : Clip : Self-actuating)

Patent 5609320: Method and apparatus for mounting a bowling scoring monitor
(SUPPORTS : SUSPENDED SUPPORTS : Adjustable : Vertically : Cord supported : Reel : Laterally)

Patent 5609321: Golf cart umbrella holder
(SUPPORTS : STAFF TYPE : Bracket : Folding or knockdown)

Patent 5609322: Utility jack for roofing work
(SUPPORTS : SELECTIVE ASSEMBLY : Resilient)

Patent 5609323: Modular wall form assembly
(STATIC MOLDS : MOLD ELEMENT : In situ construction engineering or building type : Form panel : Including means to connect abutting panel sections : Consisting of shaping and retaining means disposed between sections : Core spaced from bottom of mold cavity)

Patent 5609324: One piece coupler for a curb box valve
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : DETACHABLE ACTUATOR : Rotary valve : Stop element on actuator)

Patent 5609325: Weed pulling device
(IMPLEMENTS OR APPARATUS FOR APPLYING PUSHING OR PULLING FORCE : SINGLE THROW LEVER : Special engaging feature : Root puller type : Block and tackle)

Patent 5609326: Impervious membranous roof snow fence system
(FENCES : DRIFTAGE CONTROL : Unstable)

Patent 5609327: Portable fence panel
(FENCES : PANEL : Picket)

Patent 5609328: Pipe restraint
(SPRING DEVICES : RESILIENT SHOCK OR VIBRATION ABSORBER : Snubbed coil spring or ring pack)

Patent 5609329: Vibration damping attachment of a drive unit for windshield wipers
(SPRING DEVICES : RESILIENT SHOCK OR VIBRATION ABSORBER : Nonmetallic, resilient element : Metallic and nonmetallic)

Patent 5609331: Torsion spring adjustment apparatus
(SPRING DEVICES : TORSION : Rubber)

Patent 5609332: Device for lifting and holding cabinets
(WORK HOLDERS : WITH PART OR TOOL HOLDING RECEPTACLE : Product mover)

Patent 5609333: Sheet stack height control system
(SHEET-MATERIAL ASSOCIATING : ASSOCIATING OR DISASSOCIATING : Sheet associating : Performing operation on stacks (e.g., binding, cutting) : Binding : Including condition responsive control (e.g., stack thickness) :)

Patent 5609334: Apparatus and method for transferring sheets of printed media
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : DELIVERING : With transfer means between conveyor and receiver : Means to bow sheets during delivery : Orientation-changing means)

Patent 5609335: High capacity stacker/separating device
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : DELIVERING : Multiple discharge : By conveyor section movable to direct sheets along alternate paths : By individual diverter for each receiver)

Patent 5609336: Adjustable hockey stick
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Club : Having elongated blade (e.g., hockey stick, etc.) : Stringing or string-stretching device)

Patent 5609337: Gaming ticket dispenser apparatus and method of play
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : CHANCE DEVICES : Electric or magnetic : Lot dispenser: mixing and showing)

Patent 5609338: Puzzle with rectangular pieces of different lengths
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : PUZZLES : Take-aparts and put-togethers : Duplicate games)

Patent 5609339: Board game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Piece moves over board having pattern : Chance device controls amount or direction of movement of piece : Military or naval engagement : Travel or exploration)

Patent 5609340: Toy set of fishing play
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : PHYSICAL SKILL OR ABILITY : Game element capture or pick up using manual dexterity : Electric or magnetic capture : Transparent overlay)

Patent 5609341: Sight-designed fishing game toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : PHYSICAL SKILL OR ABILITY : Game element capture or pick up using manual dexterity : Electric or magnetic capture : Transparent overlay)

Patent 5609342: Gas shaft seal with flexible converging sealing faces
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS (I.E., DYNAMIC SEAL) : Relatively rotatable radially extending sealing face member (e.g., face, mechanical, etc.) : Particular sealing face member configuration : Frictionally engaged or interfitting projection and recess)

Patent 5609343: Sealing rings for spool valves
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS (I.E., DYNAMIC SEAL) : Circumferential contact seal for other than piston : Peripheral radially sealing flexible projection (e.g., lip seal, etc.) : Having pressure relief or venting feature : Interfitting projection and recess)

Patent 5609344: Spiral gasket having a centering spring
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN FIXED PARTS OR STATIC CONTACT AGAINST RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS : Contact seal for a pipe, conduit, or cable : Inserted between end-to-end pipe, conduit, or cable joint : Having installation, removal, assembly, disassembly, or repair feature : And biased)

Patent 5609345: Metal gasket with stepped intermediate plate
(SEAL FOR A JOINT OR JUNCTURE : SEAL BETWEEN FIXED PARTS OR STATIC CONTACT AGAINST RELATIVELY MOVABLE PARTS : Contact seal between parts of internal combustion engine : Having compression limiting feature : Inflatable seal or seal biased by inflatable member)

Patent 5609346: Toe activated braking system for inline roller skates
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Wheeled skate : With brake : Laminated or synthetic material)

Patent 5609347: Snowboard bindings with release apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES : RUNNER VEHICLE : Standing occupant : With two bindings mounted on single platform : Bindings interconnected for simultaneous release : Toe irons (i.e., side cheeks))

Patent 5609348: Wheelchair
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : With propulsion means : Hand propelled : Wheelchair type : Belt or chain)

Patent 5609349: Vehicle Fork
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : With steering : One-wheel controlled : Frames and running gear : Front forks and heads : Crowns : Independent wheel mounting)

Patent 5609350: Motor home towing and carrying apparatus and method
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Wheeled draft connection : Side draft)

Patent 5609351: Snow board insert with hexagonal base
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Shoe attaching means : Ski fasteners : Lever actuated)

Patent 5609352: Vehicle suspension system and control valve therefor
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Suspension arrangement : Antiroll or antisway : Centrifugal force transmission linkage : With rubber-type suspension)

Patent 5609353: Method and apparatus for varying the stiffness of a suspension bushing
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Suspension stiffness for ride comfort (e.g., damping coefficient, spring rate) : Bushing compliance : Including suspension stiffness for ride comfort (e.g., damping coefficient, spring rate))

Patent 5609354: Continuous circumference diffuser reaction canister
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : With specific mounting feature : Antirattler)

Patent 5609355: Deployment apparatus for an inflatable vehicle occupant restraint
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Deployment door : Antirattler)

Patent 5609356: Cylindrical air bag module assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Deflated confinement located within or on steering column : Mounted in vehicle and positioned laterally of occupant)

Patent 5609357: Mechanical ignition sensor
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Responsive to vehicle condition : Mounted in vehicle and positioned laterally of occupant)

Patent 5609358: Activation control system for vehicular air bags
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Responsive to vehicle condition : Electric control and/or sensor means : Rack and pinion)

Patent 5609359: Pintle controlled orifice inflator
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : With source of inflation fluid and flow control means thereof : Electric control and/or sensor means)

Patent 5609360: Air bag inflator
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : With source of inflation fluid and flow control means thereof : With means to diffuse inflation fluid : Rack and pinion)

Patent 5609361: Inflation fluid container and initiator with press-fit fluid seal
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Inflation fluid source : With means to diffuse inflation fluid)

Patent 5609362: Inflator
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Inflation fluid source : With means to diffuse inflation fluid)

Patent 5609363: Passenger side air bag with tether
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Specific confinement structure : With confinement expansion regulating tether or strap : Rack and pinion)

Patent 5609364: Energy-absorbing device, particularly for automobile vehicle steering columns
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Occupant steered : Steering column or wheel movable in response to collision : Coil spring)

Patent 5609365: Energy absorbing apparatus for a motor vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Occupant steered : Steering column or wheel movable in response to collision : Coil spring)

Patent 5609366: Wheel suspension system mount assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Specific vehicle frame : With resilient means for suspension : With spring suspension means)

Patent 5609367: Adjustable three-point restraint seat belt system for children and adults
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Safety belt or harness (e.g., lap belt or shoulder harness) : Shoulder belt or harness : Having belt connected to member slidable in a vehicle-mounted track)

Patent 5609368: Separation preventive pipe joint
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : CONVERTIBLE : With relative motion)

Patent 5609369: Clamp apparatus with opening for a probe
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH INDICATOR, ALARM OR INSPECTION MEANS : Thread lock)

Patent 5609370: Positive latch quick connector
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : ESSENTIAL CATCH : Leaf spring : Spring-biased catch)

Patent 5609371: Push pad trigger release exit device with infinite deadlocking
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Sliding : Spring projected : Operating means : Rigid)

Patent 5609372: Push-pull lock operating device
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Operating means : Lever : Rigid)

Patent 5609373: Lever latch
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Spring retracted : Operating means)

Patent 5609374: Automobile bumper
(VEHICLE FENDERS : BUFFER OR BUMPER TYPE : Roller front)

Patent 5609375: Personal device for page turning/transferring
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND AND FINGER ATTACHMENTS : Compound tool)

Patent 5609376: Wafer carrier handle assembly
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : DETACHABLE PLATE AND RECEPTACLE LIFTER : Compound tool)

Patent 5609377: Vacuum chuck apparatus
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : VACUUM : Frames : Expanding grapple, fluid pressure inflatable)

Patent 5609378: Automatic crane hook safety latch
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HOISTLINE OR GRAB HOOK : Locking device (i.e., hook throat closure) : Locking arm swings in plane of hook : With trunnions)

Patent 5609379: Beverage cup carrier
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : GRAPPLE : Multiple grapples for multiple objects : Groove- or shoulder-engaging type : Shoulder-engaging)

Patent 5609380: Clamp assemblies for driving piles into the earth
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : GRAPPLE : Fixed and moveable jaw : Pivoted jaw : Hayfork type)

Patent 5609381: Parallel gripper having a force measuring arrangement
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : GRAPPLE : Slideable jaws : Crossed levers)

Patent 5609382: Motor vehicle central console
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Auxiliary article compartments : Accessible from within passenger compartment : Metallic reinforcements)

Patent 5609383: Vehicle liner underneath vehicle floor
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Lining : Accessible from within passenger compartment)

Patent 5609384: Fairing
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : With distinct wind deflector : Mounted on towed vehicle : Adjustable angle)

Patent 5609385: Energy absorbing vehicle pillar structure
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Impact : Interior : Movable)

Patent 5609386: Structure of frame connecting portion in vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Structural detail : Body frame : Under frame : Hood)

Patent 5609387: Lining panel for a sliding roof for a vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Having headliner or liner support : Foldable)

Patent 5609388: Wind deflector for a sliding roof for a vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Roof panel movable to uncover passenger area (e.g., sun roof or moon roof) : Having associated air deflector or guide : Telescopic)

Patent 5609389: Collapsible booster seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : COLLAPSIBLE CHAIR; I.E., RELATIVELY FOLDING BOTTOM, BACK, AND LEGS : With folding armrest : Laterally swinging : To overlie or underlie bottom : Bottom forms or supported by tie)

Patent 5609390: Height-adjustable folding chair
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : COLLAPSIBLE CHAIR; I.E., RELATIVELY FOLDING BOTTOM, BACK, AND LEGS : Relatively collapsible bottom, rear legs, and integral back and front legs : To overlie and underlie bottom)

Patent 5609391: Convertible bench/table container apparatus
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : CONVERTIBLE : Table : Back-to-table top : Rear of back : Supported on armrest :)

Patent 5609392: Integrated child seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : PLURAL RELATED SEATS : Movement of one seat effects storage of either seat : Moving seat stores within or beneath other bottom : Stored seat withdraws to substitute for other : By sliding motion)

Patent 5609393: Reclining mechanism for toddler seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : SUPPLEMENTAL SEAT (E.G., CHILD SEAT, ETC.) : Adjustable to plural operative positions : Tiltable : Rigid panel-type bottom)

Patent 5609394: Four-way lumbar support
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK WITH MEANS TO ALTER CONTOUR : Providing support for lower back (i.e., lumbar) region : Bottom dependent from subjacently mounted armrest)

Patent 5609395: Modular bus seat and method of retrofitting existing bus seats
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK : Cushioned : Including a support panel (e.g., pan-type seat, etc.) : Spring integral with frame of bottom or back)

Patent 5609396: Apparatus for restraining a vehicle occupant
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BODY OR OCCUPANT RESTRAINT OR CONFINEMENT : Safety belt or harness; e.g., lap belt or shoulder harness : Belt or harness rides on seat connected slide : Deformable or stretchable element)

Patent 5609397: Highwall mining system with driven conveyor units
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : HARD MATERIAL DISINTEGRATING MACHINES : With material-handling means : Material handler enters cut with cutter : Undercutter shiftable horizontally)

Patent 5609398: Twisted stem abrading tool and method of making
(BRUSH, BROOM, AND MOP MAKING : PROCESSES : Wire banding)

Patent 5609399: Hydraulic braking system with slip control
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : Including a stroke sensor : Including booster)

Patent 5609400: Three position solenoid controlled valve
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : System controlled by solenoid valve : System solenoid valve detail : Pump pressure operates fluid motor)

Patent 5609401: Proportional braking system with dual poppet valves
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Braking pressure demand or braking force desire : From split coefficient of friction (mu))

Patent 5609402: Trader desk frame
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : KNOCKDOWN OR SETUP TYPE : Skeletal frame : Free-standing in final configuration : Parallel panels are vertically oriented)

Patent 5609403: Film image display apparatus and method
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : SELECTIVE DATA RETRIEVAL : Film strip : Automatic :)

Patent 5609404: Apparatus and related method for correcting slide warpage in a slide projector
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : LENS SUPPORT : Lens position adjustable : Dissolve type)

Patent 5609405: Overhead projector fluid dynamics simulator
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : MISCELLANEOUS : Slides gripped or hooked)

Patent 5609406: Headlamp for motor vehicles
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Projection-type headlamp : Railway truck actuated)

Patent 5609407: Vehicular lamps, and apparatus and method for molding the same
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Housing : With cooling or ventilating feature : Including light emitting diode)

Patent 5609408: Device for orienting a lighting apparatus such as, in particular but not exclusively, an encased lamp, suited for both manual and motorised
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Adjustable lamp or lamp support : Refractor structure)

Patent 5609409: Chemiluminescent stemmed drinking glass
(ILLUMINATION : WITH LIQUID CONTAINER : Notepad)

Patent 5609410: Lighting or signalling device for a motor vehicle, the devie including a miniature bulb
(ILLUMINATION : QUICK DISCONNECT-TYPE LIGHT UNIT : Plural sources or supports therefor)

Patent 5609411: Inflatable article with an illuminating device
(ILLUMINATION : PLURAL LIGHT SOURCES : Combined : Different wavelengths)

Patent 5609412: Lighting systems for christmas trees
(ILLUMINATION : PLURAL LIGHT SOURCES : With support : Distinct light units)

Patent 5609413: Adjustable light fixture
(ILLUMINATION : HOUSING : Recessed : Curved surface)

Patent 5609414: Recessed lighting fixture
(ILLUMINATION : HOUSING : Recessed : With mounting means : With adjustment for panel dimensions or slope : Including cloth covering)

Patent 5609415: Light clip for shingles or gutters
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTS : Clamp or hook : With standard (e.g., table and floor lamps))

Patent 5609416: Portable continual mixer
(AGITATING : MORTAR MIXER TYPE : With dynamic charging : Plural charge means : Including dynamic liquid charge :)

Patent 5609417: Apparatus for mixing and circulating chemicals and fluids
(AGITATING : HAVING INTERRELATED FEED AND DISCHARGE MEANS : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber : Directly : Actuated by rotary movement of unbalanced-weight shaft)

Patent 5609418: Clapeyron thermometer
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Nonelectrical, nonmagnetic, or nonmechanical temperature responsive property : With sampling cup)

Patent 5609419: Chalk bag for rock climbing
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH MEANS TO MAINTAIN THE BAG MOUTH IN AN OPEN CONFIGURATION : Single element)

Patent 5609420: Reclosable bag closure with tear containing strips
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : BAG HAVING MEANS TO FACILITATE OPENING IT BY SEVERING BAG MATERIAL OR BAG PART (E.G., TEARING, CUTTING, PIERCING, ETC.) : Including means for reclosing the bag : Stiffeners include four or more hinged segments)

Patent 5609421: Rolled bearing bush and journal or shaft connection with such a bearing bush
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Resilient bearing surface : Thrust)

Patent 5609422: Crankshaft bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Specified sleeve or liner : Temperature compensating : Pressure applying)

Patent 5609423: Lower bearing assembly including bearing wedge
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Ball bearing : Axially biased race : Coil spring : Blocking by cage)

Patent 5609424: Tape-shaped label producing device having input instructing messages
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING CONTROL OF FORMAT AND SELECTION OF TYPE-FACE BY PROGRAMMED CONTROL-SYSTEM (E.G., INPUT TYPEWRITER) : By adjustment of carriage (e.g, carriage-guide rollers))

Patent 5609425: Thermal sublimation printer for use with different ribbons
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Thermal : Including magnetic encoding)

Patent 5609426: Printing apparatus and a control method therefor
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : CONTROL OF PRINT POSITION ALONG PRINT-LINE BY SIGNAL GENERATED BY PROGRAMMED-CONTROL-SYSTEM : Including limit stop (e.g., block, chain, etc.))

Patent 5609427: Kerning method and a typographic apparatus utilizing same
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : CARRIAGE OR CARRIAGE-MOVING OR MOVEMENT-REGULATING MECHANISM : For varying carriage feed : For kerning or overlap imprinting : Stop setting by pivoting pawllike stop)

Patent 5609428: Sheet carrying apparatus
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : Including skew correction responsive to position of sheet or web : Including means to regulate pawl engagement or drive)

Patent 5609429: Method of using and operating a printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : MEANS AUXILIARY TO TYPEWRITING FUNCTION : Frame, casing, or support for typewriter : Having means facilitating interchange of parts : Including means facilitating opening of enclosure)

Patent 5609430: Dispensing device for semi-solid products
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including means to advance material : Including specific carrier or guide : And retrograde-movement preventer)

Patent 5609431: Cleaning material with material supply
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : MATERIAL FLOWS THROUGH POROUS TOOL : Including compartment for soluble solid material : Wick separate from tool)

Patent 5609432: Ballpoint pen containing an aqueous ink composition
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING BALL, ROLLER OR ENDLESS-BELT TOOL : Ball : Resiliently biased)

Patent 5609433: Ball joint link and method of producing same
(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 5609434: Surface connector
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD END TO TRANSVERSE SIDE OF MEMBER : Utilizing opposite sides of member : Clamped member : Bolted through member : Inserted into rod)

Patent 5609435: Connectors for frame bars with T-shaped grooves
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD SIDE TO PLATE OR SIDE : Flanged or grooved rod : For interfitted side faces)

Patent 5609436: Coupling structure
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD SIDE TO PLATE OR SIDE : Crossed rods : Rod received in open channel)

Patent 5609437: Concrete screed
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Screed or drag : Compacting roller with vibrating means)

Patent 5609438: Flood barrier and a method for forming a flood barrier
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Flow control : Artificial water barrier (e.g., dam, levee, etc.) : In situ construction : Earthen : With lift mechanism or latch)

Patent 5609439: Method of and apparatus for repairing and sealing junctions between mains and branch pipes
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SUBTERRANEAN OR SUBMARINE PIPE OR CABLE LAYING, RETRIEVING, MANIPULATING, OR TREATING : Repair, replacement, or improvement : Installing liner : Guide integral with or rigidly fixed to plow)

Patent 5609440: Apparatus and method for arresting the propagation of a buckle in a pipeline
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SUBTERRANEAN OR SUBMARINE PIPE OR CABLE LAYING, RETRIEVING, MANIPULATING, OR TREATING : Submerging, raising, or manipulating line of pipe or cable in or from marine environment : Panel)

Patent 5609441: Method and apparatus for the offshore installation of multi-ton prefabricated deck packages on partially submerged offshore jacket
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Floatable to site and supported by marine floor : With assembly of sectional supporting structure at site : Guide integral with or rigidly fixed to plow)

Patent 5609442: Offshore apparatus and method for oil operations
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Floatable to site and supported by marine floor : With ballasting means to sink or position structure at site : Guide integral with or rigidly fixed to plow)

Patent 5609443: Method for drilling difficult machinable materials
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)

Patent 5609444: Drilling device with an extension arm
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH WORK-ENGAGING STRUCTURE OTHER THAN TOOL OR TOOL-SUPPORT : Frictionally engaging sides of opening in work : Wheel-axis parallel to tool-axis)

Patent 5609445: Straight motorized handpiece, in particular for medical purposes, preferably for a medical or dental laboratory
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : MEANS TO DRIVE TOOL : Reversible ratchet)

Patent 5609446: Combination tool
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : Having stepped cutting edges : Axially spaced : Including work-embracing cutting edges)

Patent 5609447: Surface decarburization of a drill bit
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : Having peripherally spaced cutting edges : With axially extending relief channel : Spiral channel : With tool-holding clamp and clamp actuator)

Patent 5609448: Apparatus for manufacturing plate for gravure
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : With regulation of operation by templet, card, or other replaceable information supply : With sensing of numerical information and regulation without mechanical connection between sensing means and regulated means (i.e., numerical control) : Means to infeed the cutter)

Patent 5609449: Apparatus for fitting and for drilling variable size holes in a bowling ball
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Including means to infeed rotary cutter toward work : Machining arcuate surface : With means to move cutter eccentrically : Simultaneously)

Patent 5609450: Method and apparatus for broaching opening in a plate
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : BROACHING : Process : Including relatively movable components and means to relatively immobilize these components)

Patent 5609451: Display unit with improved support feet
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD BEARER ACCOMMODATION : Load bearer accommodation by underside socketing : (Fore-and-aft direction slide cushioning means)*)

Patent 5609452: Cargo track fitting
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Anchor : Track-guided anchor : Anchor-admitting cross-slotted track : Mounted on pedestal which is also slidable along track)

Patent 5609453: Expansible plug for anchoring in a drilled hole having an undercut
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HAVING SEPARATE EXPANDER MEANS : Including sleeve and distinct tapered expander (e.g., anchor bolt type) : Expansible element moved relative to stationary expander : Guide and follower)

Patent 5609454: Driving assembly for driving opposed members to move toward and away from each other
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Multipart : Axially adjustable : And telltale bore)

Patent 5609455: Anticross-threading male fastener
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Pilot end having means enhancing fastening or installation : Comprising longitudinal side-by-side sections)

Patent 5609456: Locking nut
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : INTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., NUT, ETC. : Multipart : Including movable threaded segments : Tapered)

Patent 5609457: Pipe alignment apparatus for use on wellhead derrick
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : WELL PIPE OR ROD RACKING MECHANISM : Sheet stock lead end pullers)

Patent 5609458: Method of charging coal into chamber furnace-type coke oven and apparatus therefor
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : CHAMBER OF A TYPE UTILIZED FOR A HEATING FUNCTION AND MATERIAL CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Charging of chamber : By driven device for transporting material to and/or into, or into and within, chamber : Plural, successive, driven devices : Accumulating means includes serially arranged closures)

Patent 5609459: Door drive mechanisms for substrate carrier and load lock
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : For carrying Standarized Mechanical Interface (SMIF) type : Device comprises pushing or pulling mechanism)

Patent 5609460: Process for transferring goods load units on or from a train
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : MOVING, WHEELED, LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND LOADING OR UNLOADING DEVICE THEREFOR, SUPPORTED AT LEAST IN PART INDEPENDENTLY OF THE VEHICLE AND TRAVELING THEREWITH DURING TRANSFER OF LOAD THEREBETWEEN : Rack moved vertically by elevating means)

Patent 5609461: Motorcycle dolly
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : WHEEL AND WHEEL-TYPE ARTICLE HANDLER AND TRANSPORTER : Upending (e.g., rocking or tilting about end, etc.))

Patent 5609462: Boat loader and carrier
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VEHICLE ATTACHED AUXILIARY CARRIERS : Removable transverse load support)

Patent 5609463: Method of supplying parts and supplying device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : COUNTING AIDS : Automatic stop)

Patent 5609464: Lift boom assembly for a loader machine
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Horizontally swinging)

Patent 5609465: Method and apparatus for overspeed prevention using open-loop response
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : METHOD OF OPERATION :)

Patent 5609466: Gas turbine vane with a cooled inner shroud
(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 5609467: Floating interturbine duct assembly for high temperature power turbine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : SHAFT BEARING COMBINED WITH OR RETAINED BY ARM OR VANE IN SURROUNDING WORKING FLUID SPACE : Yieldingly or pivotedly mounted or flexible blade)

Patent 5609468: Centrifugal seal assembly
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Dynamically created seal : Axial flow blade set and area for collecting moisture or liquid thrown radially outward)

Patent 5609469: Rotor assembly shroud
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade edge and static part : Axial flow blade set and area for collecting moisture or liquid thrown radially outward)

Patent 5609470: Turbomachine aerofoil with concave surface irregularities
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ROTOR HAVING FLOW CONFINING OR DEFLECTING WEB, SHROUD OR CONTINUOUS PASSAGE : Axially extending shroud ring or casing : Having radial flange : Conical web)

Patent 5609471: Multiproperty rotor disk and method of manufacture
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC WORKING MEMBER MOUNT : Turbo machine : Non-turbo machine)

Patent 5609472: Rotor blade for a rotary-wing aircraft
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Turbo machine)

Patent 5609473: Pivot fan
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SUPPORT MOUNTING, CARRIER OR FAIRING STRUCTURE : Selectively adjustable impeller mount : Water or marine propellers)

Patent 5609474: Gear pump
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Plural pump units with individual or relative control : Sequentially operated separate relief or bypass passages : Fluid motor driven)

Patent 5609475: Compressor with a hypotrochoidal design having a fluid delivery which is not solely dependent on a drive RPM
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Driven pump part speed responsive : Centrifugally actuated : Fluid motor driven)

Patent 5609476: Reciprocating compressor with flow passage closed by valve pre-biased to an open position
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Pressure responsive distributor continuously biased open : Distributor in piston)

Patent 5609477: Inlet/outlet valve arrangement for a fluid pressure intensifying apparatus
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Having pumping chamber pressure responsive distributor : Inlet and discharge distributors in coaxial ports : Annular-type distributors)

Patent 5609478: Radial compliance mechanism for corotating scroll apparatus
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With biasing means, e.g., axial or radial : With working fluid bias)

Patent 5609479: Forced compression type pump
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : NON-METALLIC WORKING MEMBER, CYLINDER OR PARTITION : Resilient : Movable seal on vane)

Patent 5609480: Candle snuffer
(COMBUSTION : BURNER CAP, COVER OR EXTINGUISHER : Burner head on tank and igniter on frame or casing)

Patent 5609481: Direct-fired stratified atmosphere furnace system
(HEATING : PROCESSES OF HEATING OR HEATER OPERATION : Controlling flame position or work atmosphere : Establishing strata, layer or curtain :)

Patent 5609482: Orthodontic brace
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Means to transmit or apply force to tooth : Having arch wire enclosing guide (e.g., buccal tube))

Patent 5609483: Process for documenting the production of a dental cast object
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Tooth construction : Metallic)

Patent 5609484: Apparatus for illustrating and determining quantity of hair pigment concentrate to achieve desired hair colour
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Hair or wig styling : Orthogonal projection)

Patent 5609485: Medical reproduction system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, THERAPEUTIC TREATMENT, OR SURGERY RELATING TO HUMAN BEING : Developing or testing coordination)

Patent 5609486: Karaoke reproducing apparatus
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Karaoke : Optics)

Patent 5609487: Audio visual karaoke system using audio cassette
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Karaoke : Optics)

Patent 5609488: Method of combining audio and visual indicia
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : AUDIO RECORDING AND VISUAL MEANS : Visual information in book form : With code on audio carrier for controlling operation of apparatus)

Patent 5609489: Socket for contacting an electronic circuit during testing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : Contacts extending parallel with DIP at contact surface : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 5609490: Method and apparatus for attachment of edge connector to substrate
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Panel circuit adapted to move along panel plane relative to coupling part for insertion of male contact : Connected by transversely inserted pin)

Patent 5609491: Electrical connector for printed circuit board assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Panel circuit adapted to move along panel plane relative to coupling part for insertion of male contact : Connected by transversely inserted pin)

Patent 5609492: Electrical connector having linkage connecting cap with connector housing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Uninterrupted contact accessible by mating contact moving in a first, then a lateral direction)

Patent 5609493: Device for short-circuiting for use with connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 5609494: Connector lever locking mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 5609495: Zero insertion force connector and contact therein
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Expandable, prong receiving socket : For dual inline coupling part, e.g., DIP)

Patent 5609496: Air-tight connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Movable latching prong or latch on prong)

Patent 5609497: IC socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : For dual inline package (DIP) : Movement-actuating or retaining means comprises cover press : Fingerlike grasping means comprising portion of coupling part)

Patent 5609498: Secure connector system
(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 : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)

Patent 5609499: Cable connector assembly with reinforcement structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH OR HAVING FLEXIBLE GUARD OR SUPPORT FOR CABLE OR CONDUCTOR : Piercing into support structure)

Patent 5609500: Accessory connector alignment and support plate
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Yoke)

Patent 5609501: Feed through coaxial cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 5609502: Contact retention system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by resiliently biased part latching behind shoulder or into recess : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact : Coupling part type contact inserted into insulation from coupling end : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 5609503: Double-lock type connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by superposition of insulating body parts : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 5609504: Wire connector with improved clasp
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Cam or wedge between conductors : With means to maintain assembly of clamp part and bolt or screw)

Patent 5609505: Terminal and method of manufacturing same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TERMINAL : Having treated (e.g., coated) surface or distinct contact surface layer : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 5609506: Outboard boat motor transport stabilizer
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Produced by combustion)

Patent 5609507: Pistol and toy dragon figure assembly
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Including figure toy : Having ballast feature)

Patent 5609508: Toy telephone with visual display for recorded messages
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : TELEPHONE : Having electrical or voice feature : Including figure or figure portion)

Patent 5609509: Amusement and recreational apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING CHEMILUMINESCENT LIGHT SOURCE, OPTIC FIBER, MIRROR, OR LENS : Having fluid-driven rotatable radial blade (e.g., pinwheel))

Patent 5609510: Toy vehicle with a chassis-bending mechanism
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Remotely controlled : By radio signal : Vehicle having flanged wheel)

Patent 5609511: Polishing method
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 5609512: Method and apparatus for off-line honing of slicer blades
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Drill, thread, thread cutter, reamer, or rotary cutter abrading : Edging)

Patent 5609513: Cleaning and dressing fly lines
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing nonrigid tool : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 5609514: Wafer chamfering machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 5609515: Hand-held reciprocating device with an improved tool guide system
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)

Patent 5609516: Rotating abrader with polygonal pad and dust evacuation
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Guard or housing : Suction : Nut-and-screw-type drive)

Patent 5609517: Composite polishing pad
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Interrupted or composite work face (e.g., cracked, nonplanar, etc.) : Sectional : Detachable from tool support)

Patent 5609518: Grinding wheel for forming convex shapes, applicable in particular to manual grinders
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary cylinder : Abrasive on one surface only)

Patent 5609519: Method and means of skinning ham chunks
(BUTCHERING : SKINNING : Peeling by movement of workpiece past cutter : By tubular rotary cutter)

Patent 5609520: Apparatus and method for injecting compressed gas to separate meat
(BUTCHERING : SKINNING : Fluid pressure type : Skin pinching roller type)

Patent 5609521: Bait cutting board
(BUTCHERING : SUPPORT : Underlying support : Bacon hanger)

Patent 5609522: Combination damper and chimney cap apparatus
(VENTILATION : CHIMNEY OR STACK : Chimneytop or stacktop structure (e.g., cowl) : Cap closure : Pivoted : Having remote control :)

Patent 5609523: Cotton basket latch structure
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : MACHINE COMPONENT ARRANGEMENT AND STRUCTURE, E.G., ENGINE PLACEMENT, GRAIN BIN : Pneumatic)

Patent 5609524: Slot machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 5609525: Video game data reception apparatus
(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.) : Network type (e.g., computer network, etc.))

Patent 5609526: Damper disc assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Concentric : Plural, circumferentially spaced coil springs)

Patent 5609527: Constant velocity universal joint having an improved cage design
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)

Patent 5609528: Compact golf driving range net
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Projectile addressing surface and target, or distance marker (e.g., course, putting green with cup, driving range, miniature golf course, etc.) : Non-earth fairway : Sensor is projectile responsive (e.g., free-flight detection means, etc.))

Patent 5609529: Golf training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Hand on grip positioning aid or grip indicator : Worn on hand (e.g., glove, etc.) : Aperture forming surface forms plane parallel to support surface)

Patent 5609530: Dynamic lie determination device and method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Indication is a mark made by implement swing : Audible)

Patent 5609531: Golf training apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Particularly weighted practice implement : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.))

Patent 5609532: Thread-wound golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Wound interior : Surrounding non-wound spherical core : Having particular cover : Nonwound layer)

Patent 5609533: Ball mark remover tool
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Player manipulated turf repair tool : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 5609534: Informational/training video system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Method : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 5609535: Method of restoring used golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Method : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 5609536: Bicycle freewheel gear cluster gear-shifting mechanism
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : And additional coaxial surface for engaging same belt in shifted condition or for engaging auxiliary belt, brake, or clutch member : Coaxial surface is belt-engaging surface on positive drive pulley of different circumference : With sequential links pivoted about discrete pivot pin)

Patent 5609537: Planetary gear automatic transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Fluid controlled one-way devices : Single fluid motor engages one device and releases other)

Patent 5609538: Lubricating device for a planetary gear unit
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : With electric or magnetic controlled brake)

Patent 5609539: Transmission means for transmitting a rotary movement
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANET PERIPHERY SURROUNDS AXIS OF INTERACTING GEAR (E.G., ECCENTRICALLY DRIVEN TRANSMISSON) : Gear teeth comprise rolling bodies : Variable speed)

Patent 5609540: Full-time double offset transfer case
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH DIFFERENTIAL : With universal joint in drive train : Planet pinion rotatable about axis at angle to axis of input or output gear)

Patent 5609541: Synchronous belt using rubberized facing fabric
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE BELT : Drive surfaces on belt formed in or interconnected by continuous flexible member : Drive surfaces on longitudinally spaced teeth formed integral with flexible member : With embedded metal layer)

Patent 5609542: Planetary gear speed reducer and machining method for planetary gear supporting pin for the same
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANETARY GEARING OR ELEMENT : Plural planetary units)

Patent 5609543: Clutch operational control apparatus
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Fluid pressure control :)

Patent 5609544: Control device and control process for an infinitely variable transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Fluid pressure control : Ratio change controlled :)

Patent 5609545: Control system for a servo assisted gearbox
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With clutch control : Clutch, engine, and transmission controlled : Electronic digital control : Speed responsive)

Patent 5609546: Vehicular constant speed cruising control device
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Constant output shaft speed : Initiation inhibited by sensed condition)

Patent 5609547: Engine overrun preventing system for a vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Responsive to transmission output condition : Initiation inhibited by sensed condition)

Patent 5609548: Apparatus and method for commanding a gear after an aborted shift attempt in controlling a manual-automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : With positive shift means : With synchronization : Electrical)

Patent 5609549: Speed change control apparatus for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Prevents unsafe or unintentional shift : With synchronization)

Patent 5609550: Method for diagnosing a torque converter's lock-up mechanism
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Engine control linkage mounted on manual gearshift lever)

Patent 5609551: Lockup control system for torque converter
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control)

Patent 5609552: Lockup clutch control responsive to degraded ATF fluid condition
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Condition responsive control : Engine controlled)

Patent 5609553: Ceramic roller for ESA printing and coating
(ROLL OR ROLLER : CONCENTRIC LAYERED ANNULUS : Specific composition : Adhesive bonded or resin impregnated)

Patent 5609554: Conductive roll
(ROLL OR ROLLER : CONCENTRIC LAYERED ANNULUS : Specific composition : With rubber or elastomer cover : With minor interruptions)

Patent 5609555: Film for packaging having oxygen barrier characteristics
(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 : By reciprocatory heat sealer)

Patent 5609556: Method and apparatus for manufacturing bags with strap-shaped carrying handles
(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 : Handle or suspension means : Subdividing web of material)

Patent 5609557: Paper pallet with an immproved configuration
(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 : Comprising roller)

Patent 5609558: Waste-treating material
(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) : And confined in a cement type material (e.g., concrete) : Boron containing)

Patent 5609559: Device for female patients to prevent involuntary loss of urine
(SURGERY : BODY INSERTED URINARY OR COLONIC INCONTINENT DEVICE OR TREATMENT (E.G., ARTIFICIAL SPHINCTERS, ETC.) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.))

Patent 5609560: Medical operation device control system for controlling a operation devices accessed respectively by ID codes
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Artificial insemination)

Patent 5609561: Electronic type endoscope in which image pickup unit is dismounted to execute disinfection/sterilization processing
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With camera or solid state imager : Means for coupling camera or imager : Having tool raising platform)

Patent 5609562: Visually directed trocar and method
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 5609563: Endoscope apparatus provided with curvature and fluid flow control
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With control or monitoring of endoscope functions : Inflatable cuff or balloon)

Patent 5609564: Speculum cover, method of manufacturing same and cover accommodating case
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Illuminating : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula) : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 5609565: Articulated tool-holding arm
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With holder : Having supporting arm : Flexible or articulable : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 5609566: Apparatus for treatment, physical therapy, rehabilitation, recreation and training of spine and other human body parts
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Applicator having specific movement)

Patent 5609567: Disposable traction splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace :)

Patent 5609568: Anterior floor-reaction type ankle-foot orthosis
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Drop-foot brace : Finger)

Patent 5609569: Dressing for axilla and upper torso
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Perforated)

Patent 5609570: Protective medical boot and orthotic splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Ankle :)

Patent 5609571: Apparatus and method of cardioplegia delivery
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Heating or cooling means : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use)

Patent 5609572: Cassette infusion system
(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)

 

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