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Patent 5709417: Interference pipe coupling
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : DEFORMED : Memory plastic element)
Patent 5709418: Pipe fitting with coupling body and swage ring with kickdown device to prevent reduction in sealing tooth contact force
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : DEFORMED : Both members : Simultaneous : With manipulating ring)
Patent 5709419: Wind energy collection
(PRIME-MOVER DYNAMO PLANTS : FLUID-CURRENT MOTORS : Wind : Wind)
Patent 5709420: Vehicle door latch device
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Operating means : Closure : Seal)
Patent 5709421: Electromagnetic locking devices
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : MAGNETIC : Screw)
Patent 5709422: Security device for double doors
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : PORTABLE : Seal-rupturing devices)
Patent 5709423: Food gripper utensil
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND AND FINGER ATTACHMENTS : Compound tool)
Patent 5709424: Apparatus for elastically gripping and holding an article
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : ARTICLE CARRIER GRIPPED AND CARRIED BY HAND : Including helical spring or elastic material for engaging or supporting article : Including receiver or support for ski)
Patent 5709425: Carrier for skates and other articles
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : ARTICLE CARRIER GRIPPED AND CARRIED BY HAND : Having plural discrete receivers or supports for spaced articles : Having movably mounted or separable means to retain articles : Single web or strap (e.g., sling))
Patent 5709426: Motor vehicle body
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Body shell : Open top passenger : Cargo)
Patent 5709427: Vehicle roof with a roof panel that can be pivoted open
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Having headliner or liner support : Foldable)
Patent 5709428: Collapsible folding furniture
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : COLLAPSIBLE CHAIR; I.E., RELATIVELY FOLDING BOTTOM, BACK, AND LEGS : Collapsed to a compact bundle having all rigid elongated elements extending in a single longitudinal direction : Side withdrawn laterally of device)
Patent 5709429: Cupholder attachment for a seat bracket
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : WITH HOLDER OR RECEPTACLE FOR DISPARATE ARTICLE : On or integral with backrest : U-shaped elements have ends which converge toward a common laterally extending axis (e.g., baby carriage type, etc.))
Patent 5709430: Bicycle seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : STRADDLE SEAT (E.G., SADDLE TYPE, ETC.) : Sectional or split relatively movable supporting surface : Plural independent compartments)
Patent 5709431: Seat cover for protecting a motor vehicle seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : DETACHABLE SUPPLEMENTAL FLEXIBLE PAD OR COVER : Slipcover for bottom or back : And bottom or back cover formed of one piece)
Patent 5709432: Adjustable armrest apparatus
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : ARMREST : Movable to nonuse position : Armrest or its supporting member movable about a horizontal axis : And to back)
Patent 5709433: Apparatus for continuous mining
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : HARD MATERIAL DISINTEGRATING MACHINES : Remote control : Block-cutting type)
Patent 5709434: Method of making a bath scrubber
(BRUSH, BROOM, AND MOP MAKING : PROCESSES : Wire banding)
Patent 5709435: Towed vehicle brake control system
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE FLUID-RECEIVING DEVICES : Multiple motors : Sectional train :)
Patent 5709436: Arrangement for connecting a test device to a railroad car brake control valve device
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MISCELLANEOUS OPERATIONS ON CONTROL PIPE : Isolation valve)
Patent 5709437: Vehicle braking system
(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 5709438: Failed booster back-up braking system
(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 5709439: Stability control device of vehicle prepared for manual brake uprise subsequent to end of stability control
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : With yaw control : Odd condition (e.g., fuel supply cut-off, modulating valve))
Patent 5709440: Track noise suppression
(WHEEL SUBSTITUTES FOR LAND VEHICLES : ENDLESS BELT HAVING NONMETALLIC TRACK OR TREAD : Track formed of endless flexible belt : With integral grouser : Including core bar reinforcement)
Patent 5709441: Cremation urn display pedestal
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SECTIONAL-UNIT TYPE : Wall or window)
Patent 5709442: Lock system for casegoods
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : GANG-BAR TYPE LOCKING OR LATCHING MEANS : Concealed : With movable compartment as operator : Refrigerating-zones divider)
Patent 5709443: Bottom drawer slide for drawers etc.
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Horizontally movable (e.g., drawer) : Having guide assembly : Between vertical sidewalls of drawer and cabinet : And below a bottom wall of the drawer : Roller bearing)
Patent 5709444: Drawer
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Horizontally movable (e.g., drawer) : Knockdown or setup type : Plurality of parts, held together by distinct fastening elements (e.g., bolts) : Pivot stop)
Patent 5709445: Oblique projection optical system
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : DISTORTION COMPENSATION : For projection axis inclined to screen : Cabinet encloses projector and one side of screen)
Patent 5709446: Display device for use in a vehicle
(ILLUMINATION : ILLUMINATED SCALE OR DIAL : Internal light source : Indirect illumination : Indexing (i.e., dynamic))
Patent 5709447: Lighting device
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Light guide : Incident face : Type of surface)
Patent 5709448: Seat back pocket light
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT FIBER, ROD, OR PIPE : With mounting or holding means (e.g., clamp, disengagable mechanical connector, optical fiber holder) : Writing utensil (e.g., pen, pencil))
Patent 5709449: Light-emitting attachment
(ILLUMINATION : CHEMILUMINESCENT LIGHTING : Specific material (e.g., type of light conducting material, material of pipe or rod))
Patent 5709450: High intensity discharge automotive lamp socket
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Housing : With common housing)
Patent 5709451: High intensity descharge bulb parabolic reflector vehicle headlamp
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Projection-type headlamp : Railway truck actuated)
Patent 5709452: Vehicle headlamp
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Adjustable lamp or lamp support : Refractor structure)
Patent 5709453: Vehicle lighting having remote light source
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Automobile : Hood, grill, or trunk : Sun visor or vanity mirror)
Patent 5709454: Vehicle visual display devices
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Automobile : Hood, grill, or trunk : Sun visor or vanity mirror)
Patent 5709455: Night-time safety system
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Truck, trailer, or wagon : Baggage rack)
Patent 5709456: Sunlight collecting and transmitting system
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE OR LIGHT SOURCE SUPPORT AND LUMINESCENT MATERIAL : Specific lamp mounting or retaining)
Patent 5709457: Draining lamp base/husk assembly
(ILLUMINATION : WITH FLUID DISTRIBUTER : With door-controlled switch)
Patent 5709458: Dock light
(ILLUMINATION : WITH FLUID DISTRIBUTER : With door-controlled switch)
Patent 5709459: Surgical luminaire
(ILLUMINATION : WITH WEARING APPAREL OR BODY SUPPORT : Head covering or clamp : Including specific light bulb mounting)
Patent 5709460: Indirect fluorescent lighting fixture
(ILLUMINATION : WITH STATIC STRUCTURE : Wall or ceiling : Repositionable as a unit)
Patent 5709461: Electrical concertina-type lamp
(ILLUMINATION : PLURAL LIGHT SOURCES : With modifier : Distinct light units : Substantially identical modifiers : Positioning means for plural units : Relative adjustment means :)
Patent 5709462: Mounting for conventional decorative light strings
(ILLUMINATION : PLURAL LIGHT SOURCES : With support : Distinct light units)
Patent 5709463: Backlighting for bright liquid crystal display
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : Plural serial lens elements or components : Including circuit arrangement)
Patent 5709464: Vibrating switch controlled flashing light circuit structure
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : Condition responsive : Plural axes)
Patent 5709465: Disposable surgical light handle cover
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTS : Handle or bail : With means for receiving guard : Adjustable movement between arm and housing)
Patent 5709466: Mixer for cementitious materials
(AGITATING : MORTAR MIXER TYPE : With dynamic charging : Interrelated)
Patent 5709467: Device and apparatus for mixing alginate
(AGITATING : OPERATOR SUPPORTED : Mixing chamber type : Fluid acting on orbital rolling ball)
Patent 5709468: Method for equalizing steam quality in pipe networks
(AGITATING : STATIONARY DEFLECTOR (DIVIDING AND RECOMBINING TYPE) IN FLOW-THROUGH MIXING CHAMBER : Angularly related flat surfaces : Plural)
Patent 5709469: Process for testing integrity of bonds between epoxy patches and aircraft structural materials
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : LEAK OR FLAW DETECTION : With heating or cooling of specimen for test :)
Patent 5709470: Method and apparatus for detecting ice buildup
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TRANSFORMATION POINT DETERMINATION (E.G., DEW POINT, BOILING POINT) : Detail of sample holder or support therefor)
Patent 5709471: Method for thermally testing with a laser the edge of a sapphire window
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : THERMAL TESTING OF A NONTHERMAL QUANTITY : Of susceptibility to thermally induced deteriouration, flaw, or failure : Including electrical sensor)
Patent 5709472: Time-temperature indicator device and method of manufacture
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Composite temperature-related paramenter : Time-temperature relationship (e.g., integral, deterioration, change) : Peak (maximum or minimum) with respect to time : Permanent visual indication (i.e., irreversible) :)
Patent 5709473: Temperature sensor
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : In spaced noncontact relationship to specimen : By thermally emitted radiation : Optical system structure (e.g., lens) : With radiation conducting element :)
Patent 5709474: Refractory sheath for sensors
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Of molten metal : Lance (e.g., consumable) : Ambient temperature compensated (e.g., dummy sensor))
Patent 5709475: Powerboat outdrive vent plug mounted temperature detection device
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Combined with diverse art device : Lance (e.g., consumable))
Patent 5709476: Temperature measuring device
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : HOUSING, SUPPORT, OR ADJUNCT : Mechanical (e.g., expansion or contraction of materials))
Patent 5709477: Device for the gathering and/or transport of garden refuse or products of similar characteristics
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : CONVERTIBLE :)
Patent 5709478: Drinking device for divers
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Including separate closure element for straddling bag mouth (i.e., overlaps exterior portions of opposed bag walls) : Cap-type : Through bag openings)
Patent 5709479: Bag construction for distributing material
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : BAG HAVING MEANS TO FACILITATE OPENING IT BY SEVERING BAG MATERIAL OR BAG PART (E.G., TEARING, CUTTING, PIERCING, ETC.) : Line of weakness delineates substantially the entire tearing path : Bag portion completely separated from the bag during tearing : Closure flap)
Patent 5709480: Hemispherical fluid bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : With elongated strips or staves)
Patent 5709481: Apparatus for creating back tension in a printer/plotter system
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : With resilient mounting member : Coil spring : Biased bearing surface segment : Having felt or wick)
Patent 5709482: Integrated hanger bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Mounting or support : Block and cap type : Block and cap type)
Patent 5709483: Bearing assembly utilizing improved clamping arrangement
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Ball bearing : Assembling means : Wedge means : Unitary uniform strip)
Patent 5709484: Apparatus for double-sided printing of identification cards
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : FOR TYPING ON REVERSE SURFACE OF RECORD-MEDIUM : Usable selectively (e.g., for powered or manual operation, alternative usable functions, etc.))
Patent 5709485: Card printer including ink ribbon cartridge with guide shafts
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Package for ribbon facilitating mounting of ribbon on typewriter (e.g., ribbon cartridge) : Package attached to typewriter : On single spool)
Patent 5709486: Printing device construction
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Package for ribbon facilitating mounting of ribbon on typewriter (e.g., ribbon cartridge) : Package attached to typewriter : On single spool)
Patent 5709487: Ribbon cassette with guide member
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Package for ribbon facilitating mounting of ribbon on typewriter (e.g., ribbon cartridge) : Package attached to typewriter : On single spool)
Patent 5709488: Printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Ribbon-feeding mechanism : Including ribbon tensioner : Or for alternatively used fabric ribbon)
Patent 5709489: Keyboard positioning system
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : KEY-BOARD OR KEY LEVER-ACTUATING MECHANISM : Ink-impregnated type-face or inker for type-face)
Patent 5709490: Foot brush
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : DIVERSE COATING TOOLS : Including solid material for rubbing contact : For buttering ear corn)
Patent 5709491: Pencil-like eraser
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including holder : Including specific carrier or guide)
Patent 5709492: Liquid applicator
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING BALL, ROLLER OR ENDLESS-BELT TOOL : Tool or tool unit separable from reservoir)
Patent 5709493: Ballpoint pen having a backflow preventing mechanism
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING BALL, ROLLER OR ENDLESS-BELT TOOL : With flow-regulator : With means to vent reservoir)
Patent 5709494: Binder with improved modular backstrip design
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET RETAINER WITH RELEASABLE KEEPER (E.G., HOLD DOWN, ETC.) : With keeper)
Patent 5709495: Organized appointment book for a hairstylist
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : DEPOSITORY (E.G., BINDER COVER, ETC.) : Collapsible on base)
Patent 5709496: Apparatus for storing film cartridge and proofs
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET : Face member)
Patent 5709497: Latching device
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : STRUCTURALLY INSTALLED IN DIVERSE ART DEVICE : Means to lock bolt or nut when other is turned)
Patent 5709498: Swivel clip for linkage rod
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD TO MEMBER TO SIDE, E.G., PLATE, ROD SIDE, ETC. : Intermediate member includes tubular part : Intermediate member extends through side : Transverse clamp secures rod and tubular part : Oppositely laterally movable tines)
Patent 5709499: Shaft coupling
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INCLUDING ANCILLARY MEANS BLOCKING DISCONNECTION OF JOINT : Blocker for assembled joint retainer : Split)
Patent 5709500: Furniture, furniture manufacturing method, and connector assembly
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Interdigitated ends : Specific angle or shape of rib, key, groove, or shoulder)
Patent 5709501: Boat hoist cover assembly
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE VESSEL PORTAGE, LAUNCHING, OR REMOVING : Lifting :)
Patent 5709502: Connection system for reinforced composite structures
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Flow control : Water gate or adjustable weir : Having lock)
Patent 5709503: Method and apparatus for restoring a pipe or tunnel
(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 5709504: Pipe rehabilitation pulling mandrel
(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 5709505: Vertical isolation system for two-phase vacuum extraction of soil and groundwater contaminants
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SOIL REMEDIATION : In situ contaminant removal or stabilization : Vacuuming contaminant : Serially connected segments)
Patent 5709506: Transport system for fabric pieces
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : SELECTIVE DELIVERY :)
Patent 5709507: Pneumatic bar conveying apparatus
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : WITH DIVERSE POWER-DRIVEN CONVEYOR : Rotary : Successively registering pockets : Input to fluid conveyor : Having radial blades : Fluid flow discharges pockets :)
Patent 5709508: Cutting tool assembly having an exchangeable adaptor with offset through bore axes
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : INCLUDING HOLDER HAVING SEAT FOR INSERTED TOOL : With separate means to fasten tool seat to holder : Rectilinearly)
Patent 5709509: Cutting insert
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : INCLUDING TOOL HAVING PLURAL ALTERNATIVELY USABLE CUTTING EDGES : With integral chip breaker, guide or deflector : Including tool holding clamp and clamp actuator)
Patent 5709510: Tool holder for inserts
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-SUPPORT WITH MEANS TO MOVE TOOL RELATIVE TO TOOL-SUPPORT : To move radially : Moving means including wedge, screw or cam : With resiliently urged tool : Resilient tool or tool-support :)
Patent 5709511: Curved machining jig
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Including means to infeed rotary cutter toward work : Machining arcuate surface : Indexable)
Patent 5709512: Frictionally restrained vehicular storage unit
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD BRACING MEANS : Panel or frame, wall-to-wall : Forcing, e.g., motorized, pressurized, or adjusted by force-multiply means)
Patent 5709513: Mounting structure
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Member preassembled with substructure at through-passage or recess for holding single bolt or nut in coaxial relation therewith : Member anchors bolt in substructure with threaded portion exposed (e.g., stud bolt) : Unitary member, deformable in whole or in part)
Patent 5709514: Liveload assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Member or portion thereof located between substructure and inwardly facing surface of bolt head or nut : Member comprises washer formed as closed loop or apertured plate or as split ring : Plural, axially adjacent washers, or plural part washer : Having one washer, or washer part, of a more yieldable nature than another washer, or part : Destructible)
Patent 5709516: Washer faced spring assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : WASHER STRUCTURE : Axially resilient : Secured by plastic deformation)
Patent 5709517: Apparatus for unloading of bulk material from the cargo holds of ships
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : MARINE LOADING OR UNLOADING SYSTEM : Marine vessel to/from shore : By use of endless belt conveyor : For "bulk" (e.g., granular, etc.) cargo : And means for temporarily holding remainder of stack)
Patent 5709518: Automatic wheel chock system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND EXTERNAL MEANS COOPERATING IN THE LOADING OR UNLOADING THEREOF : Means serves to align wheeled vehicle and load receiving or relinquishing structure : Including load pushing or pulling device)
Patent 5709519: Plasma processing apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Horizontal movement of receptacle contents : Device includes haulage cable)
Patent 5709520: Portable wheel dolly
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : WHEEL AND WHEEL-TYPE ARTICLE HANDLER AND TRANSPORTER : Elevator-type engaging means : Coacting catch or support)
Patent 5709521: Lift assist bicycle carrier for car rooftop
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VEHICLE ATTACHED AUXILIARY CARRIERS : Removable transverse load support)
Patent 5709522: Tow truck with double pivot crossbar
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : TRAVERSING HOIST TYPE : Tow truck type : Switch system)
Patent 5709523: Material handling lift
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Tilting : By extensible link between load engager and swinging support : By linkage pivoting on base support)
Patent 5709524: Device for picking up stacks of products from a support
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Unstacking apparatus : Removes highest article first from stack : Includes article gripping device : Pusher separates article from stack after elevation)
Patent 5709525: Envelope stacker
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Positions intersupporting article into row : Includes pusher conveyor for delivering : And pusher conveyor for delivering)
Patent 5709526: Surge recurrence prevention control system for dynamic compressors
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : METHOD OF OPERATION :)
Patent 5709527: Vibration damping for turbine blades
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO MOTION DEVELOPED FLUID EDDY, ELECTRICAL, OR MAGNETIC EFFECT : Axial flow runner)
Patent 5709528: Turbomolecular vacuum pumps with low susceptiblity to particulate buildup
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : SMOOTH RUNNER SURFACE FOR WORKING FLUID FRICTIONAL CONTACT (E.G., UNBLADED RUNNER, ETC.) : Blades projecting axially from plural transverse runner faces)
Patent 5709529: Optimization of turbomachinery harmonics
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SOUND OR VIBRATORY WAVE ABSORBING OR PREVENTING MEANS OR ARRANGEMENT : Diverse fluids to motor)
Patent 5709530: Gas turbine vane seal
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Moisture or liquid separated from gaseous working fluid e.g., condensate removal, etc.))
Patent 5709531: Centrifugal compressor and vaned diffuser
(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 : Inlet scroll)
Patent 5709532: Propeller ice protection system and method providing reduced sliding contact maintenance
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO NON-CYCLIC CONDITION SENSING, CENTRIFUGAL ACTUATION, TORQUE OR THRUST : Temperature or icing condition responsive : Drive engine condition excluding shaft speed or torque)
Patent 5709533: Process and a device for regulating the flow rate of an air current
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Single motor control element responsive to means sensing diverse conditions : Pumps in parallel flow paths with common inflow or outflow)
Patent 5709534: IV fluid delivery system
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 5709535: Multi-cylinder reciprocating compressor having improved discharge valve stopper assembly
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)
Patent 5709536: Hydro mechanical packingless pump and liquid spray system
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Fluid motor : With motive fluid generator : Pulsator or fluid link : Independently operated valve for each working member)
Patent 5709537: Evacuating apparatus
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary expansible chamber pump : Interengaging rotary pumping members : Motor mounted below pump)
Patent 5709539: Pressing plate for linearized pulses from a peristaltic pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member : Plural spaced engagement members or member portions : Specific rollers or slides structure : Opposed pumping member faces (e.g., double acting))
Patent 5709540: Rotary pump with single elastic vane
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : RESILIENT WORKING MEMBER, CYLINDER OR PARTITION : Resilient)
Patent 5709541: Method and apparatus for reducing NO.sub.x emissions in a gas burner
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Flame shaping, or distributing components in combustion zone : Oxidizer added to region of incomplete combustion :)
Patent 5709542: Device and method for the combustion of oxidizable constituents in a carrier gas which is to be cleaned
(COMBUSTION : HEATED LINE SECTION FEEDS FLAME HOLDER : Housing encloses heated section and flame area : Lifts fuel from tank to heated section by capillary action)
Patent 5709543: Vertical heat treatment apparatus
(HEATING : WORK FEEDING, AGITATING, DISCHARGING OR CONVEYING SUBCOMBINATION : Removable furnace bottom section or kiln cart : Roll)
Patent 5709544: Dual seal for a vacuum heat treating furnace
(HEATING : WORK FEEDING, AGITATING, DISCHARGING OR CONVEYING SUBCOMBINATION : Having closure or seal for work feeder's entrance passage : Roll)
Patent 5709545: Method and apparatus for protecting against cross contamination of patients caused by oral reflux in dental instrument water and air lines
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)
Patent 5709546: Water sanitizing system and process
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Combined with or attachment for work contacting tool or handpiece therefor : Parallel drilling)
Patent 5709547: Dental implant for anchorage in cortical bone
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : By screw : Having handles to pivot surface (e.g., pliers))
Patent 5709548: Dental crown liner composition and methods of preparing provisional applications
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Crown : Nonmetallic composite)
Patent 5709549: Instructional apparatus for computers
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMPUTER LOGIC, OPERATION, OR PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTION : Writing guide for the blind)
Patent 5709550: Keyboard training apparatus
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : OCCUPATION : Keyboard operation (e.g., typing, key punching, etc.) : Visual signalling)
Patent 5709551: Multiple test item scoring method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)
Patent 5709552: Music education aid
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : MEANS FOR DEMONSTRATING APPARATUS, PRODUCT, OR SURFACE CONFIGURATION, OR FOR DISPLAYING EDUCATION MATERIAL OR STUDENT'S WORK : Plaque (e.g., disk, etc.) turnable relative to index (e.g., window in card, etc.) to selectively align different points on plaque therewith : Neckwear)
Patent 5709553: Flexible connector for high-current conductors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Universal movement :)
Patent 5709554: Angled circuit connector structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Connection to lamp or electron tube : Panel having planar contact array with mating panel having mating planar contact array)
Patent 5709555: High density card edge connection system with outrigger and sequentially connected contacts
(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 5709556: Connector with auxiliary alignment plate
(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 5709557: Electrical connector for dual printed circuit boards
(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 5709558: Electronics enclosure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to connector container or housing : Between parallel conductors)
Patent 5709559: Connector block for injectors of an internal combustion engine
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : MULTICONTACT INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE DISTRIBUTOR CAP OR MULTICONTACT MATING PART : Having removable closure)
Patent 5709560: Connector having a pivotable connection-assistance member
(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 5709561: Electrical connector with improved acutation handle
(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 5709562: Zero insertion force connector with wiping action
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Having open slot for receiving panel circuit arrangement : For dual inline coupling part, e.g., DIP)
Patent 5709563: Waterproofing connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material : Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material)
Patent 5709564: Wiring circuit for an electrical connection box, method and apparatus for forming the wiring circuit
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : With means to cut off excess end of conductor : Adapter)
Patent 5709565: Press-connecting terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Adapter)
Patent 5709566: Press-contact connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Contact engages conductor in at least two locations spaced along conductor axis : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)
Patent 5709567: Press fit stamped buss
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Piercing into support structure : Finger)
Patent 5709568: Connection device for use with memory card connector apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Stacked right-angle connector for use on printed circuit board (i.e., PCB) : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)
Patent 5709569: Panel mount bracket for electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 5709570: Cable connecting structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : User adjustable key or guideway : Polarized)
Patent 5709571: Wedge-base lamp socket with terminal cover
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement : Lamp-receiving socket : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))
Patent 5709572: Electrical distribution box and a method of making
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body with spaced, electrically interconnected, duplicate terminals or contacts : Terminals or contacts embedded in insulating body)
Patent 5709573: Connector for high density electronic assemblies
(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 opposed cantilevered clamping fingers resiliently urged toward one another : Allochiral cantilevered clamping fingers : With means for mounting to flat panel)
Patent 5709574: Surface-mountable socket connector
(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 cantilevered clamping finger resiliently urged toward rigid clamping jaw : Allochiral cantilevered clamping fingers)
Patent 5709575: Practice swim fin with perforations
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)
Patent 5709576: LCD connector alignment with printed wiring board
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With testing or adjusting :)
Patent 5709577: Method of making field emission devices employing ultra-fine diamond particle emitters
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 5709578: Process of making cold cathode fluorescent tube
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Arc tube making, e.g., fluorescent lamp : With sealing)
Patent 5709579: Electrostatic charger and process therefor
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Fluorescent type or mosaic electrode making : Emissive type)
Patent 5709580: Control and power mechanism for model aircraft
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : TETHERED FIXED-WING AIRCRAFT : Tether-manipulated control or mechanism : And solution reservoir with discrete intermediate passage leading to bubble forming area)
Patent 5709581: Kinetic toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INCLUDING UNATTACHED GRAVITY-FED ROLLING, TUMBLING, OR ENERGY-IMPARTING FALLING ELE ENT, OR PATHWAY THEREFOR (E.G., MARBLE RUNWAY) : And means for automatically recycling element : Having propulsion means)
Patent 5709582: Infant stimulus toy apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFANT'S TOY AND MEANS FOR RETAINING, ATTACHING, OR SUPPORTING TOY IN INFANT'S ENVIRONMENT : Figure)
Patent 5709583: Steering system for radio-controlled wheeled vehicle toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Motorcycle, tricycle or bicycle : And battery holder on rolling or tumbling toy)
Patent 5709584: Partially wrapped confetti
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INCLUDING DISPENSER : Wheeled vehicle)
Patent 5709585: Method and apparatus for removing burrs from joined billets in a continuous rolling process
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)
Patent 5709586: Honed mandrel
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 5709587: Method and apparatus for honing an elongate rotary tool
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)
Patent 5709588: Polishing slurry and polishing process using the same
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)
Patent 5709589: Hardwood floor finishing process
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical nonabrading work treating : Bearing raceway)
Patent 5709590: Pressure-balanced vacuum blast head
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And centrifugal particle propulsion means)
Patent 5709591: Unitary molded honing tool
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Internal : Having actuating handle)
Patent 5709593: Apparatus and method for distribution of slurry in a chemical mechanical polishing system
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Gear generating)
Patent 5709594: Portable motor or engine-driven cutting-off machine
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)
Patent 5709595: Power tool for surface treatment
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 5709596: Ergonomically profiled hand grip for a hand-held tool having a pivotable pommel
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Orbital motion tool : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 5709597: Pivotal vacuum shield for an abrading device
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Guard or housing : Suction : Nut-and-screw-type drive)
Patent 5709598: Abrasive tape and method of producing the same
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Work face variegated or on projecting backing : Sectional)
Patent 5709599: Method for making heat-shrinkable tubular film material
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Casing handling : Insertion on nozzle : Indexing onto stuffing horn :)
Patent 5709600: Method and means for linking and then separating encased sausage
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Delinking : By applying constricting member)
Patent 5709601: Dashboard assembly
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Condensation preventer (e.g., defroster, etc.) : Having outlet airway)
Patent 5709602: Construction of air conditioning louver
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)
Patent 5709603: Personal computer lottery game
(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.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.))
Patent 5709604: Ring-swing skill game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Skill level adjustment (e.g., speed change, complexity, etc.) : Lot generator (e.g., card distribution, simulated dice, random number generator, etc.))
Patent 5709605: Shaft coupling
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Plural circumferentially spaced elements : Extending between radially overlapping surfaces on driving and driven members : Nonmetallic : Along curved centerline)
Patent 5709606: Rotatable swing set
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ROUNDABOUT : Having carrier rotating about vertical axis (e.g., merry-go-round, etc.) : Having traveling wheel or roll)
Patent 5709607: Automatic bowling center system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Practice or assist device : Ball path indicator : Striking portion formed of material other than leather)
Patent 5709608: Air-operated rudder assembly for a bowling pin setter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Handling of pin or pin representation : Pin guide or conveyor : And ball handling : With ball separator)
Patent 5709609: Training apparatus for golfers
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With lighting (e.g., laser, etc.) means attachable to or integral with implement : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)
Patent 5709610: Golf club/ball impact detection system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With electrical sensor or electrical indicator : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement : Displaceable by projectile impact)
Patent 5709611: Golf club alignment device
(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 : Projection on face of swingable implement head provides reduced striking area : Audible)
Patent 5709612: Golf putting device
(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 : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Reflective element : Top of projectile engaged)
Patent 5709613: Adjustable back-shaft golf putter
(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 : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head : Selectively adjustable positioning means : Adjustable lie : Longitudinal bore in head receives elongated member about which head pivots)
Patent 5709614: Golf club head and method of manufacturing the same
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Having longitudinal recess or projection)
Patent 5709615: Golf club head with a hitting face plate and a club neck which are integrally formed with each other and forming method therefor
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Shaft tapered in steps)
Patent 5709616: Groove configuration for a putter type golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Curved, grooved, or roughened striking face : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)
Patent 5709617: Wood type golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Curved, grooved, or roughened striking face : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)
Patent 5709618: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Octahedral dimple pattern : Plural diverse layers)
Patent 5709619: Batting practice device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : Tethered projectile : Tether attached to means adapted to be held by, carried by, or attached to person : Depth or width)
Patent 5709620: Sport court training target assembly
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : For game using field or court having dividing means thereon for separating opponents (e.g., for tennis, volleyball, table tennis, etc.) : Player worn or carried)
Patent 5709621: Flag football device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Flag belt (e.g., for use in football game without tackling, etc.) : Breakaway)
Patent 5709622: Football with odd number of panels
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Comprising casing or cover having stitched seam or laced closure; blank for such casing or cover (e.g., casing of baseball, etc.) : For distensible bladder (e.g., casing of football, etc.) : And vane structure (i.e., flight guiding or stabilizing means))
Patent 5709623: Ball casing, in particular a soccer ball casing
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having hollow core or bladder enclosed within cover (e.g., basketball, soccer-ball, tennis ball, etc.) : And having intermediate layer between core and cover or having core or cover composed of plural layers)
Patent 5709624: Variable effective diameter pulley
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : Including coaxial pulleys rotated in opposite directions by single endless belt simultaneously engaging both pulleys)
Patent 5709625: 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 5709626: Method of transmitting motion and device for effecting the same
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CYCLICAL OR INTERMITTENT DRIVE : Input and output exchange functions)
Patent 5709627: Differential unit with means for mixing air into the hydraulic actuator
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Control of differential planetary gearing : By fluid operated mechanical clutch : With constant speed ratio between input and one fluid unit)
Patent 5709628: Hydrostatic transmission for construction machine
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid pump and motor in one of plural paths to or from planetary gearing : Three pumps or motors : Pressure controlled)
Patent 5709629: Method and apparatus for controlling automatic transmission of a motor vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By acceleration : Electric valve control)
Patent 5709630: Adjustable rotating resistance exerciser disposed on a flexible member
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Involving wrist rotation : About axis perpendicular to forearm : Separately adjustable)
Patent 5709631: Stationary exercise support for a wheelchair
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Grip)
Patent 5709632: Curved deck treadmill
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)
Patent 5709633: Reciprocating exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Including upper body exercise feature : Gas)
Patent 5709634: Dumbbell adapted to be held behind user's head while performing sit-ups
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Weight worn on body of user : Barbell support)
Patent 5709635: Exercise hand weights with self-defense spray container
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Bar held by single hand of user (e.g., dumbbell, etc.) : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)
Patent 5709636: 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 5709637: Rotator cuff strength training 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 5709638: Wrist joint with rotation for an exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Resilient component attached to stationary support : Stationary support serves as common support for user : Edge engaging braking element)
Patent 5709639: Insulating roll cover
(ROLL OR ROLLER : ROLL COVER, PER SE : Cloth or fabric member)
Patent 5709640: Device for folding a sheet successively in two directions at right angles relative to one another
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Responsive to work material, the product or means engaging the work material or the product : To actuate folder : Plural interrelated sensors)
Patent 5709641: Thermoplastic bag structure
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Including folding : By reciprocatory tool)
Patent 5709642: Cushioning conversion machine and method
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : TOOL OR TOOL SUPPORT : Adjustable : Of longitudinally moving work)
Patent 5709643: Centrifugal separator for entraining a separated liquid with minimal air mixture
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including discharge-related structure in nature of (a) outlet having device for controlling quantity of flow, (b) element associated with pickup of material and adjustable for varying quality of flow, or (c) static scraper or the like for engaging material in moving bowl : Rotatably driven coaxially with bowl, but differing as to direction or speed)
Patent 5709644: Implantable suture sleeve modified to reduce tissue ingrowth
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))
Patent 5709645: Independent field photic stimulator
(SURGERY : SLEEP OR RELAXATION INDUCING THERAPY (E.G., DIRECT NERVE STIMULATION, HYPNOSIS, ANALGESIA) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.) : Pulsating field)
Patent 5709646: Surgical retractor covers
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With protective sheath : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5709647: Acupressure device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Kneading or deep pressure : With drive means)
Patent 5709648: Resilient back support device
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))
Patent 5709649: Neck curvature alignment device
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Skeletal traction applicator : Lower extremity)
Patent 5709650: Orthopedic device utilizing hypoallergenic non-inflammatory adhesive
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Thin polymeric film or adhesive : Lipid (e.g., oil, fat, or wax))
Patent 5709651: Adhesive dressing
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : System for adhesive layer release (e.g., release sheet) : Absorbent)
Patent 5709652: Tampon applicator tube having apertured finger grip
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INSERTING FIBROUS OR FORAMINOUS RESIDENT PACKING, RECEPTOR, OR MEDICAMENT CARRIER INTO BODY ORIFICE : With slidable ejector (e.g., plunger or ram, etc.) inside tubular inserting means : With antisiphon means)
Patent 5709653: Photodynamic therapy balloon catheter with microporous membrane
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)
Patent 5709654: Apparatus for cooling living tissue
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Gas application : Gas mixed with other material : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)
Patent 5709657: Methods for placement of balloon tamponade devices
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having plural balloons on conduit : Axially spaced balloons : One-way valve)
Patent 5709658: Rapid exchange type over-the-wire catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Rapid exchange type (e.g., monorail, etc.) : Lumen extending from proximal end to aperture proximal of inflated means)
Patent 5709659: Non-reusable injection device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)
Patent 5709660: Needle extractor
(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 locating or identifying point where body is to be pierced (e.g., apertured body fitting template, etc.) : Electric means)
Patent 5709661: Electronic catheter displacement sensor
(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 structure for controlling depth of insertion of body piercer : Electric means)
Patent 5709662: Cartridge for an injection device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by spring : Spring drives piston : Rotatable means actuates axially movable member)
Patent 5709663: Syringe infusion device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by nonreciprocating piston driven by motor : Deformable resilient chamber type)
Patent 5709664: Trocar valve assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Valve means : Slit valve : And impelling material conduit into body)
Patent 5709665: Apparatus and method for holding medical conduits
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Having lubricating means)
Patent 5709666: Syringe
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having plural material reservoirs : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 5709667: Hypodermic needle protection system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having 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 5709668: Automatic medicament injector employing non-coring needle
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material reservoir (e.g., cartridge, etc.) removably mounted in syringe : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))
Patent 5709669: Blood drawing device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material reservoir (e.g., cartridge, etc.) removably mounted in syringe : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))
Patent 5709670: Surgical fluid and tissue loss monitor
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.))
Patent 5709671: Trocar having an improved tip configuration
(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 5709672: Silastic and polymer-based catheters with improved antimicrobial/antifungal properties
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : With body soluble, antibactericidal or lubricating materials on conduit : Mounted in material reservoir)
Patent 5709673: Flushable ostomy pouch
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : Intravaginal)
Patent 5709674: Ostomy coupling
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : Mounting ring or annulus around body opening : Bag attached to seal ring : Means attaching bag to seal ring : Providing docking element, port or seal)
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