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Patent 5716143: Spherical plain bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Self-adjusting or self-aligning : Brasses)
Patent 5716144: Sliding surface bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Radial collar and sleeve : Bearing surface)
Patent 5716145: Process for fracture separating the bearing cover of a multi-part bearing arrangement, particularly, in crankcases of internal-combustion
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Mounting or support : Block and cap type : Block and cap type)
Patent 5716146: Radial rolling bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Skew prevention; formular relationship : Single direction)
Patent 5716147: Corrosion-resistant bearing assembly
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Ball bearing : Ball or race composition or material : Plural lips)
Patent 5716148: Data printing and outputting apparatus
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING SELECTION OF TYPE-FACE BY PROGRAMMED-CONTROL-SYSTEM OR BY REMOTE CONTROL : Including error detection : Including message writing (e.g, address program, form-letter program, etc.))
Patent 5716149: Ergonomically improved standard keyboard
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : KEY-BOARD OR KEY LEVER-ACTUATING MECHANISM : Key-board including keys grouped to facilitate positioning of typist's fingers : Color-coded key-board)
Patent 5716150: Applicator unit for a product of a pasty or powdery consistency such as lip rouge
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SUPPLY CONTAINER AND INDEPENDENT APPLICATOR : Applicator includes container closure or overlies material : Brush applicator : And separate release member)
Patent 5716151: Coating tool
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING MEANS TO APPLY MATERIAL-MOVING FORCE : By compression or suction of gas in reservoir : By one-way means for adding gas to reservoir (e.g., pump) : Pens : Screw means through piston)
Patent 5716152: Writing tool
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : MATERIAL FLOWS THROUGH POROUS TOOL : Wick feed from within reservoir to tool : Wick separate from tool : Pens)
Patent 5716153: Safety ring binder
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : OPPOSED SHEET RETAINERS INVOLVING RELATIVE RECTILINEAR TRAVEL : Travel in plane perpendicular to axis of rotation)
Patent 5716154: Attachment device
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : WITH ADJUNCTIVE PROTECTOR, BROKEN PARTS RETAINER, REPAIR, ASSEMBLY OR DISASSEMBLY FEATURE : Means to lock bolt or nut when other is turned : For latch or retainer)
Patent 5716155: T-shaped connection frame
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD TO MEMBER TO SIDE, E.G., PLATE, ROD SIDE, ETC. : Separable intermediate joint)
Patent 5716156: Shaft fastening
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MEMBER DEFORMED IN SITU : Deformation occurs simultaneously with assembly : Metallic fusion material)
Patent 5716157: System for holding together and separating parts of a construction
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : FLEXIBLE MEMBER IS JOINT COMPONENT : With separate force-applying means)
Patent 5716158: Expandable belt type expansion joint
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : FLEXIBLE MEMBER IS JOINT COMPONENT : With separate force-applying means)
Patent 5716159: Spline and spline for rotary elements of multi spindle extruder
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Longitudinally splined or fluted rod : Specific angle or shape of rib, key, groove, or shoulder : Longitudinally stepped or tapered)
Patent 5716160: Mounting device for cushion plunger in hydraulic cylinder
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Radially interposed shim or bushing : Specific angle or shape of rib, key, groove, or shoulder)
Patent 5716161: Retainer clip
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : BIASED CATCH OR LATCH : Spring biased manipulator)
Patent 5716162: Dual-stage mounting system for vibratory compactor drum
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Means to agitate material : Compacting roller with vibrating means : Individual element, vertically oriented)
Patent 5716163: Corrugated leaching chamber with hollow ribbing
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : DRAINAGE OR IRRIGATION : Porous or apertured pipe, flume, or tileway : At outlet or intake)
Patent 5716164: Process for the local treatment of soil in particular for examination and cleaning of contaminated soil
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SOIL REMEDIATION : In situ contaminant removal or stabilization : Vacuuming contaminant : With fluid application : Joint)
Patent 5716165: Process and installation for garbage disposal
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SUBTERRANEAN WASTE DISPOSAL, CONTAINMENT, OR TREATMENT : Landfill : Daily cover)
Patent 5716166: Offshore retrofit of barge bumper systems
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Structure protection : Separable transport means)
Patent 5716167: High-speed, cartridge-type milling cutter
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : ROTARY CUTTING TOOL : Including holder (i.e., head) having seat for inserted tool : Face or end mill : Tool adjustable relative to holder :)
Patent 5716168: Method of drilling holes in printed circuit boards with backup board material
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)
Patent 5716169: Process and device for adjusting reamers and the like
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)
Patent 5716170: Diamond coated cutting member and method of making the same
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL HAVING CRYSTALLINE CUTTING EDGE : Relative motion of splined shaft and tool-support causing release of tool from operating position)
Patent 5716171: Deburring tool
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-SUPPORT WITH MEANS TO PERMIT POSITIONING OF THE TOOL RELATIVE TO SUPPORT : Pivotable tool : Moving means including wedge, screw or cam)
Patent 5716172: Drill
(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 5716173: Tool holder
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-SUPPORT : With tool-retaining means : Tool adapter : Screw driven means)
Patent 5716174: Tool feeding method
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : GEAR CUTTING : Gear tooth shape generating : Milling with radial faced tool : Process : To infeed radially of axis of work rotation)
Patent 5716175: Snowmobile ski hold down assembly for trailer and method
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Wheeled vehicle :)
Patent 5716176: Cargo net with enhanced elasticity
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : YIELDABLE BRACE : Panel : Including mounting means for facile assembly or removal of (tie piece)*)
Patent 5716177: Expansible plug for anchoring to a building component
(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) : Slotted sleeve spread by tapered expander : Expander moved into stationary sleeve (i.e., pull type) : Including a hinge or hinge-like portion :)
Patent 5716178: Floating gang channel/nut assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Prefabricated assembly comprising strip or sheet member carrying plural, similar fasteners : Including element for holding fasteners against separation from member : Double-faced wedge)
Patent 5716179: Non-articulated ball and tube spring biased toggle
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HEADED FASTENER ELEMENT WITH NUT, WASHER, SECURING MEANS OR CAP : Securing means pivotable about axis transverse to fastener axis, e.g., toggle bolt, etc. : And biasing spring : Spring engaging securing means : Into an interruption in the thread of the externally threaded element associated therewith)
Patent 5716180: Adjustable quick connect fastener for accommodating panels of various thicknesses
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HEADED FASTENER ELEMENT WITH NUT, WASHER, SECURING MEANS OR CAP : Headed fastener element with securing means and biasing spring : Securing means rotatable about fastener element or rotatably engageable by tool-rotatable headed fastener element : Outwardly extending projection cooperates with socket member having ramp engagement means : Including means providing axial adjustment : Threaded adjustment : Located on the flats of a polygonally shaped element)
Patent 5716181: One piece self-binding system for binding documents
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : PROCESS :)
Patent 5716182: Method and apparatus for connecting the sheets of a multi-sheet printed product
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : PROCESS : Of adhesive binding : Marginally perforated sheet)
Patent 5716183: Hand truck
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : TILTING VEHICLE-TYPE HANDLER (I.E., PORTABLE GRAPPLE) : Opposed movable jaw grippers : Slidable : Vertically swinging support)
Patent 5716184: Loader for stacking packages in shipping containers
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND EXTERNAL MEANS COOPERATING IN THE LOADING OR UNLOADING THEREOF : Power-driven conveyor for loading a wheeled vehicle : Including load pushing or pulling device)
Patent 5716185: Bar cleaner for trash bag breaker
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : With container opening means : Rupturing or cutting type : Device includes haulage cable)
Patent 5716186: Gondola mover and moving method
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : OPPOSED SHELF-TYPE ELEVATOR AND TRANSPORTER : Rigid-type grapple engaging means (e.g., hooks, etc.))
Patent 5716187: Two-axis cartesian robot
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD CARRIED ALONG A HORIZONTAL LINEAR PATH (E.G., PICK AND PLACE TYPE) : Having gripper means : Including means to rotate or allow rotation of bar about its axis)
Patent 5716188: Towing apparatus with multiple adjustments wheel retainers
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : TRAVERSING HOIST TYPE : Tow truck type : Switch system)
Patent 5716189: Palletizer and palletizing methods
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Orienter having article-supporting surface movable relative to article)
Patent 5716190: Transport process and apparatus for use in bookbinding
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : Positions lowest article of stack first : Includes support vertically alignable with stack then shiftable from beneath article : And movable stop engaging article during shifting of support : With belt and article moving vertically together above discharge)
Patent 5716191: Westco pump and noise suppression structure
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH MEANS FOR RE-ENTRY OF WORKING FLUID TO BLADE SET (E.G., RE-ENTRY TYPE DEVICE, PASSAGE, ETC.) : Turbine regenerative pump : Having specific means to deflect working fluid in regenerative passage : Positioned at passage end (e.g., stripper seal, etc.) : On same radial plane with blade)
Patent 5716192: Cooling duct turn geometry for bowed airfoil
(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 5716193: Installation for affording electrical continuity for rotorcraft rotor
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ARTICULATED, RESILIENTLY MOUNTED OR SELF-SHIFTING IMPELLER OR WORKING MEMBER : Nonmetallic resilient mounting : Aircraft rotors : Engine driven)
Patent 5716194: System for increasing flow uniformity
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Responsive to change in rate of pump fluid flow : By float)
Patent 5716195: Pumps for pumping molten metal
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 5716196: Pumping method and device with sequential jets
(PUMPS : ONE FLUID PUMPED BY CONTACT OR ENTRAINMENT WITH ANOTHER : Jet : Selectively usable flow confining members (e.g., nozzles, combining tubes, etc.) : In-line motive fluid flows)
Patent 5716197: High pressure compressor with internal, inter-stage cooled compression having multiple inlets
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF COOLANT OR LUBRICANT : Ram type)
Patent 5716198: Radial piston pump
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Radial cylinders : Unidirectionally acting rigidly connected pumping members)
Patent 5716199: Air pump with adiabatic warming means
(PUMPS : WITH MUFFLER ACTING ON PUMP FLUID : Pressure responsive relief or bypass valve)
Patent 5716200: Blower apparatus having a casing and motor flange having noise reducing configuration
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Including means for facilitating assembly or disassembly of pump to or from motor or fixed support : Pump within armature)
Patent 5716201: Variable displacement vane pump with vane tip relief
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WITH CHANGEABLE WORKING CHAMBER MAGNITUDE : By cylinder or cylinder portion pivotal movement : Spring)
Patent 5716202: Scroll compressor with oiling mechanism
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With lubricant, liquid seal or nonworking fluid separation : With working fluid bias)
Patent 5716203: Injection apparatus for an atmospheric burner in a gas heating apparatus, especially of the infrared type, and heating apparatus
(COMBUSTION : TIMER, PROGRAMMER, RETARDER OR CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By condition of burner feed or feed means : Of combustion initiating means, e.g., match striker, etc.)
Patent 5716204: Combustion device in lighters
(COMBUSTION : FLAME HOLDER AND FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY : Including exhaust flue having air feed passages)
Patent 5716205: Rotatable heating chamber for solid material
(HEATING : TUMBLER-TYPE ROTARY - DRUM FURNACE : Having heat emitting tube or flue within or traversing shaft chamber)
Patent 5716206: Apparatus for heating a wire connection or connector
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Having means by which work is progressed or moved mechanically : Having manipulating means arranging, orienting, segregating or topically heating individual unit : Counterflow of work and combustion products)
Patent 5716207: Heating furnace
(HEATING : ACCESSORY MEANS FOR HOLDING, SHIELDING OR SUPPORTING WORK WITHIN FURNACE : Masonry with metallic casing or support)
Patent 5716208: Orthodontic bracket with a water insoluble colored coating and the associated methods of manufacture and use
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Bracket : Plier type)
Patent 5716209: Plasterless mounting dental articulator
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Work support : Including means to support plural workpieces for relative movement : Articulator or attachment therefor : Including means to secure workpiece or articulator : And resiliently biased)
Patent 5716210: Disposable filter for dental handpiece
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Combined with or attachment for work contacting tool or handpiece therefor : Parallel drilling)
Patent 5716211: Educational savings apparatus and method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : BUSINESS OR ECONOMICS : Color display)
Patent 5716212: Teaching aid
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Alphabet letter formation, recognition, or sequencing : Means for facilitating location of different points on map)
Patent 5716213: Method for preventing bias in test answer scoring
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)
Patent 5716214: Dental prosthesis
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)
Patent 5716215: Machinable post and core
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)
Patent 5716216: System for simulating shooting sports
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ORGANIZED ARMED OR UNARMED CONFLICT OR SHOOTING : Gunnery : Gun aiming : Training apparatus using beam of infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet radiation : Beam sensor included in apparatus :)
Patent 5716217: Water base ink compositions for neon boards
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : MEANS FOR DEMONSTRATING APPARATUS, PRODUCT, OR SURFACE CONFIGURATION, OR FOR DISPLAYING EDUCATION MATERIAL OR STUDENT'S WORK : Chalkboard or equivalent means having easily erasable surface : Neckwear)
Patent 5716218: Process for manufacturing an interconnect for testing a semiconductor die
(SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MANUFACTURING: PROCESS : WITH MEASURING OR TESTING : Packaging (e.g., with mounting, encapsulating, etc.) or treatment of packaged semiconductor : Altering electrical property by material removal)
Patent 5716219: Adapter for plug receptacle
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : Hinge : Including resiliently biased contact)
Patent 5716220: Backplane arrangement for electrical equipment
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With mating connector which receives panel circuit edge : Receives plural panel circuit edges : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)
Patent 5716221: Stacked IC card assembly for insertion into stacked receivers
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With guide for directing panel circuit movement : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)
Patent 5716222: Ball grid array including modified hard ball contacts and apparatus for attaching hard ball contacts to a ball grid array
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING ELASTOMERIC OR NONMETALLIC CONDUCTIVE PORTION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements : Between parallel conductors)
Patent 5716223: Spark plug boot insulator
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING SPARK OR GLOW PLUG COVER : Adapter)
Patent 5716224: Connector with shutter mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Moved by mating connector : Moved about an axis : With external, contact enhancing clamp)
Patent 5716225: Electrical assembly with dual voltage electrical connector between ballast and high intensity discharge lamp fixture
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ALTERNATIVELY CONNECTED : Coupling part : Contact comprising prong : Contact comprising tapered post or mating part (e.g., battery post))
Patent 5716226: Connector for connecting flexible flat cable to printed wiring board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : For direct connection to a flexible tape or printed circuit board : Retaining means exterior of slot)
Patent 5716227: Push-release lock connector
(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 : Finger inwardly biased during coupling or uncoupling : Retractable sheath)
Patent 5716228: Computer plug connector fastening mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : With graspable portion : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)
Patent 5716229: High speed connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : For connection to rigid preformed panel circuit arrangement, e.g., PCB : Indicator light)
Patent 5716230: Surface engageable electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ENERGY CELL SUBSTITUTION DEVICE INCLUDING PLURAL CONTACTS (E.G., JUMPER) OR WITH SUPPORT MEANS FOR ENERGY CELL : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 5716231: Sensor breakout lead
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 5716232: Female terminal for connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure contact within coupling part housing : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 5716233: Contact position assurance device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure contact within coupling part housing : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 5716234: Electrical connector with positive lock retention
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure contact within coupling part housing : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 5716235: Rear holder integral-type connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Coupling part housing hinged for coupling part assembly : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 5716236: System for terminating the shield of a high speed cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)
Patent 5716237: Electrical connector with crosstalk compensation
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Coupling part comprises receptacle having internal screw-thread-coupling contact)
Patent 5716238: Housing for an electrical device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Coupling part comprises receptacle having internal screw-thread-coupling contact)
Patent 5716239: Electrical connector using composite beam with low initial deflection rate
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Receptacle for receiving plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : By key or guideway)
Patent 5716240: Wedge-base bulb socket
(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 5716241: I/O device for a data bus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Modular or multipart insulating body : Modular insulating block or board : With support track for receiving plural insulating blocks or boards : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))
Patent 5716242: Insulation displacement contact with retention feature
(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 : Resilient socket contact for surrounding or engaging opposed surfaces of mating plug contact : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))
Patent 5716243: Automotive battery connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CLAMP-TYPE CONNECTOR FOR STORAGE BATTERY TERMINAL : Clamping lever, cam, or wedge : Rotary or swinging cam : With means for removably securing conductor thereto)
Patent 5716244: Part of an electrical contact and electrical contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Having separate gripping spring means located within or extending into rigid socket body : With additional spring means to operate slidable cam or wedge)
Patent 5716245: Female terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Socket comprises tubular body having resilient means for gripping inserted elongated contact (includes split or slotted tube) : Having resilient cantilevered clamping finger located within tubular body : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)
Patent 5716246: Contact device for electric plug connections
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TERMINAL : Wire conductor secured within ferrule having series of preformed wire gripping means therein)
Patent 5716247: Bearing arrangement for marine transmission
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Having transmission : Cage or screen)
Patent 5716248: Sacrificial anode for marine propulsion unit
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Propulsion unit casing : Cage or screen)
Patent 5716249: Mooring means
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BUOY : For mooring a vessel :)
Patent 5716250: Swimming flipper
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)
Patent 5716251: Sacrificial spacers for large area displays
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 5716252: Method of manufacturing a shadow mask of the nickel-iron type
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Multi-apertured panel making, e.g., CRT mask : CRT)
Patent 5716253: Thermally color-changeable toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY INTRINSIC TEMPERATURE CHANGE : Having retractable coin slot or guard)
Patent 5716254: Turkey call
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SOUNDING : Head)
Patent 5716255: Brassiere underliner for absorption of perspiration
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : With floatingly attached cup-supplementing breast supporting strip or panel : Pads, per se.)
Patent 5716256: Lens grinding apparatus for grinding an eyeglass lens from a plurality of directions
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)
Patent 5716257: Method of holding an article during manufacture
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)
Patent 5716258: Semiconductor wafer polishing machine and method
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)
Patent 5716259: Surface polishing method and system
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing nonrigid tool : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)
Patent 5716260: Apparatus and method for cleaning and restoring floor surfaces
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And centrifugal particle propulsion means)
Patent 5716261: Oscillating blast cleaner
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Abradant propulsion means : Mobile machine : Table)
Patent 5716262: Marking apparatus for marking painted surface
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Scouring device : Sandblast nozzle structure)
Patent 5716263: Device for cleaning, polishing or sanding
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)
Patent 5716264: Polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Dressing : Internal abrader)
Patent 5716265: Automatic stripping machine for meat products with integrated filled mold feeding
(BUTCHERING : MODELLING (E.G., SHAPING) : Loin remover)
Patent 5716266: Coin dispenser
(COIN HANDLING : DELIVERER : Delivery of a single coin : Rectilinearly reciprocating : Ejector : Finger actuated (e.g., key button))
Patent 5716267: Fume hood with secondary exhaust collection device
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Covered workbench chamber (e.g., fume hood, etc.) : With outlet air treatment means)
Patent 5716268: Device for removal of deleterious impurities from room atmosphere
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Having canopy exhaust hood)
Patent 5716269: Air circulation and ventilation system for use in ambulances
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having forced recirculation : Including duct extending along roof)
Patent 5716270: Frictionally mounted louvered diffuser
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Having register box, frame, or grating : Including specific grating or grating mounting structure : Readily moveable grating : Pivot at leading or trailing vane edge)
Patent 5716271: Magnetic latch for exhaust vent
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Having readliy movable air regulating louver, damper, or cover : Including backdraft preventer : Including backdraft preventer)
Patent 5716272: Moisture/yield monitor grain simulator
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : MEANS RESPONSIVE TO A SENSED CONDITION : Moisture : By detector at sieve or screen or grain pan)
Patent 5716273: Apparatus and method for controlling educational and amusement use of a television
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Access or authorization (e.g., game selection, security, etc.) : Pool amount (e.g., jackpot, etc.))
Patent 5716274: Controller unit for electronic devices
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Hand manipulated (e.g., keyboard, mouse, touch panel, etc.) : Image projection)
Patent 5716275: Running model for a race game machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : PROPELLED RACING : Electrically self-propelled object : Winner or finish order)
Patent 5716276: Yoke shaft for a vehicular driveshaft assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : HAVING LUBRICATING MEANS : For coupling having torque transmitted via intermeshing teeth : Pin includes longitudinally extending internal passage)
Patent 5716277: Seal for a universal joint trunnion
(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 directed pin : With particular bearing cup surrounding pin end : And flexible seal : Sleeve rotatable about pin axis)
Patent 5716278: Constant velocity universal joint for large articulation angles
(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 : Particular pivotal mounting for pin)
Patent 5716279: Apparatus and method for coupling an output shaft of a motor to a secondary shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Torque transmitted via intermeshing teeth on drive and driven members : Teeth on radially overlapping surfaces : Spherical or semispherical surfaces : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements)
Patent 5716280: Method for forming a fluted fastener
(THREADED, HEADED FASTENER, OR WASHER MAKING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : PROCESS : Making externally threaded fastener, e.g., screw or bolt : Screw : Nail fastener)
Patent 5716281: Game apparatus using a vehicle with an optical image synthesizing system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ILLUSION OR STAGE DEVICE : Person experiences illusion of being in motion (e.g., travel simulation, etc.) : By use of video or projected picture : About plural discrete, horizontal axes)
Patent 5716282: Spinning water ride apparatus and method
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : BODY SLIDE : Water slide : Coiled type)
Patent 5716283: Practice ball system for training in the playing of pool and pocket billiards
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Practice device or device to aid in aiming cue or cue ball during shots (e.g., to assist in bank shots, etc.) :)
Patent 5716284: Billiard/checkers game
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Table or gameboard : With mechanical ball projector :)
Patent 5716285: Pool ball rack and spill zone attachment
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Ball spotting rack : Chalk holder)
Patent 5716286: Golf putter alignment teaching device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Target or obstacle (e.g., putting hole, hole marker, sand trap, etc.) : Target on putting surface : Receiver is cup in earth (e.g., regulation hole in green, etc.) : Upstanding target (e.g., wicket, bucket, etc.))
Patent 5716287: Adjustable 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 5716288: Head for golf club irons
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated head characteristic : Plural barriers, horizontally spaced apart)
Patent 5716289: Weighting of golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Particularly weighted handle : Particular correlated head characteristic)
Patent 5716290: Balanced putter with top spin facility
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Putter : Resilient sleeve engaging hosel and outer shaft wall)
Patent 5716291: Golf club shaft
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Shaft : Including nonmetallic material or vibratory wave modifying feature : Filament (e.g., fiber, etc.) or sheet wrapped about shaft longitudinal axis : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)
Patent 5716292: Golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Particular material composition or mass distribution : Including metal)
Patent 5716293: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Wound interior : Surrounding non-wound spherical core : Plural diverse layers between core and cover : Nonwound layer : Perpendicular to projectile striking face)
Patent 5716294: Breakaway basketball rim assembly
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.) : Goal or target is elevated and horizontally disposed (e.g., for basketball, etc.) : Hoop or the net, pocket, or support structure therefor : Breakaway hoop : Having parallelogram linkage)
Patent 5716295: Device to build a pitcher's mound
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Pitching rubber or mound : Net, with net, or for net)
Patent 5716297: Derailleur arrangement for bicycles
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including belt shiftable axially from one to another surface of stepped pulley or coaxial pulleys of different diameter : Selection by axially movable pin engaged in opening through selected pulley)
Patent 5716298: Multiple-speed automatic transmission for an automotive vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Transmission includes three relatively rotatable sun gears : And additional planetary gearset having axis of pinion parallel to axis of mating gear)
Patent 5716299: Two speed drive incorporating reverse
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANETARY GEARING OR ELEMENT : Coaxial teeth around planet pinion engage axially spaced relatively rotatable gears : And lock-up clutch)
Patent 5716300: Isolated ring gear for planetary gear drive systems
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANETARY GEARING OR ELEMENT : Floating or flexible coupling or support : Nonmetallic or resilient)
Patent 5716301: System for determining a gear ratio change for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Control by sensed ambient condition, pattern indicia, external signal, or temperature : One control blocks another)
Patent 5716302: Dummy arranged to register hits against the dummy
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Having indicator : Stilt having specific step)
Patent 5716303: Deformable grip
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Grip : Finger loop)
Patent 5716304: Elliptical frame structure for exercise bikes
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 5716305: Multi-purpose exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Specifically supported)
Patent 5716306: Free weight self spotting apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Barbell support : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)
Patent 5716307: Body exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : User leg supplies counter force to user arm : Edge engaging braking element)
Patent 5716308: Body exerciser
(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 5716310: Tool change apparatus
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Direct tool exchange between spindle and matrix : Including means to project tool from matrix : Matrix indexes selected tool to transfer position)
Patent 5716311: Apparatus and method for measuring and regulating web tension in a former section of a folding machine for a printing press
(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 machine element : Malfunctioning machine element : Responsive to stress of machine element : Sensing opposite edges of planar work)
Patent 5716312: Vacuum cylinder
(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 : Of previously folded material (e.g., refolding, etc.) : Flap : By severing means moving with work)
Patent 5716313: Apparatus and method for folding blanks
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Continuous advance past folder : Folding by passive reaction member : Folding by roller)
Patent 5716314: Optimal angle corrugated board folder
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by endless belt : Folding by passive reaction member)
Patent 5716315: Flag folding aid
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : MISCELLANEOUS : Adjustable)
Patent 5716316: Treatment of fly ash produced by a waste incinerator and containing chlorides of toxic metals
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Solidification, vitrification, or cementation : Waste contains heavy metal (e.g., fly, ash, flue dust, and incinerator ash) : Containing halogen (EPO/JPO))
Patent 5716317: Sheath for syringe barrel
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : By fluid injection of radioactive or enhancing agent through body piercing conduit : Means for controlling liquid flow)
Patent 5716318: Method of treating cardiac arrest and apparatus for same
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))
Patent 5716319: Method of delaying ejaculation during sexual intercourse
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))
Patent 5716320: Illuminated intraocular surgical instrument
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With tool carried on endoscope or auxillary channel therefore : Implanted)
Patent 5716321: Method for maintaining separation between a falloposcope and a tubal wall
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)
Patent 5716322: Medical instrument and method for lubrication and sterilization thereof
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Sterilizable : With locking or retaining means for sheath)
Patent 5716323: Electrical isolation of endoscopic video camera
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having means to protect user, patient, or endoscope from electrical discharge : With locking or retaining means for sheath)
Patent 5716324: Endoscope with surface and deep portion imaging systems
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Fluid channel (e.g., suction, irrigation, aspiration))
Patent 5716325: Arthroscopic retractors and method of using the same
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5716326: Method for lifting tissue and apparatus for performing same
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5716327: Body wall retraction system for wide cavity retraction
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5716328: Iris retractor for use in surgical procedure on the eye of a living being
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Having flexible, malleable or shape memory material : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5716329: Disposable expandable speculum
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With special blade or retracting surface structure : Unitary wire construction)
Patent 5716330: Body and limb position/motion detector and power assist apparatus and method
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Chair, couch, bed, or table : With drive means : Electrical application)
Patent 5716331: Massage device having a motor for vibrating and reciprocating a massage pad with protrusions
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Couch, chair, or body support : Gyratory motion : Conforms to shape of torso portion)
Patent 5716332: Body massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Percussing : Having drive means : To restore heart beat)
Patent 5716333: Neck jet pillow
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Flexible membrane caused to move by fluid pressure : Belt supported)
Patent 5716334: Body part immobilizer
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Shaped or shapeable :)
Patent 5716335: Ankle brace with adjustable heel strap
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 5716336: Adjustable foot brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 5716337: Absorbent product
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Wound contact layer containing treatment material : Polysaccharide : Toenail appliance)
Patent 5716338: Dual-chamber type injection cartridge with bypass connection
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : Closure or barrier between compartments moved to permit mixing : Septum)
Patent 5716339: Prefilled 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 : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : Closure or barrier between compartments moved to permit mixing : Septum)
Patent 5716340: Blood perfusion catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having plural balloons on conduit : Axially spaced balloons : One-way valve)
Patent 5716341: Hub for syringe, connecting structure of hub, syringe, piston, needle assembly unit, connecting structure between needle assembly unit and
(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 5716342: Non-invasive pressure 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 means for varying, regulating, indicating, or limiting injection pressure or aspirating suction : Electric means)
Patent 5716343: Fluid delivery apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled into body by contraction of expanded elastic material reservoir : From hand supported injection means)
Patent 5716344: Apparatus for supporting a drainage reservoir at a location adjacent to a patient's body
(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 5716345: Hypodermic syringe filling apparatuses and hypodermic syringe grasping apparatuses
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having means for metering material flow to or from body : Septum pierced by conduit to permit flow)
Patent 5716346: Method and apparatus for loading syringes without the need for hypodermic needles
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe : Conduit or holder therefor removably attached to another injector component by friction : Removable plug)
Patent 5716347: Gastrostomy feeding ports with positively sealing entrance valves
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Having fluid responsive means (e.g., check valve, etc.) : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)
Patent 5716348: Anti-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 : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Body piercing condit (e.g., needle, etc.) : With anticoagulant supply means)
Patent 5716349: Absorbent article having longitudinal side margins with tucks
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Needled or punched layer)
Patent 5716350: Medical protection device for males
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Opening for exposing umbilical cord, penis, or tail : Release sheet)
Patent 5716351: Diaper having adjustable absorbent assemblies
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Hourglass shape : Pulling string)
Patent 5716352: Apparatus and method for performing surgical tasks during laparoscopic procedures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)
Patent 5716353: Cryosurgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cyrogenic application : With coolant supply : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens))
Patent 5716354: Endoscopic instrument with rotatable instrument coupling
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Endoscopic : Articulated arm)
Patent 5716355: Transverse connection for spinal rods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5716356: Anchoring member and adjustment tool therefor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5716357: Spinal treatment and long bone fixation apparatus and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5716358: Directional bone fixation device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Intramedullary fixator : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 5716359: Anchor and method for fixing a screw in bone
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Specialized coating or material : Orthopedic fastener)
Patent 5716360: Patella recession instrument and method for anatomically-shaped patellar prostheses
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)
Patent 5716361: Bone cutting guides for use in the implantation of prosthetic joint components
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)
Patent 5716362: Patella milling instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Rasp or file)
Patent 5716363: Pars plana vitrectomy tool
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)
Patent 5716364: IOL insertion apparatus and method for making and using same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)
Patent 5716365: Bifurcated endoluminal prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having multiple connected bodies :)
Patent 5716366: Hemostatic surgical cutting or stapling instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)
Patent 5716367: Catheter assembly for intracardiac suture
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)
Patent 5716368: Knotmaker with curved elongate member used in tying a ligature
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)
Patent 5716369: Apparatus facilitating suturing in laparoscopic surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)
Patent 5716370: Means for replacing a heart valve in a minimally invasive manner
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Alignment device (e.g., approximators))
Patent 5716372: Set of needles for hands
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Acupuncture means : Plural cutting blades)
Patent 5716373: Support member for reduced diameter balloon catheter, and intra-aortic balloon catheter using the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)
Patent 5716374: Stamped clevis for endoscopic instruments and method of making the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaw structure : Horn bender)
Patent 5716375: Insertion assembly and method of inserting a vessel plug into the body of a patient
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)
Patent 5716376: Absorbable mixture and coatings for surgical articles fabricated therefrom
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture or ligature : Filament attachment)
Patent 5716377: Method of treating movement disorders by brain stimulation
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems :)
Patent 5716378: Heart preservation and transportation apparatus and method employing low rate cardiac pacing for improved removal of catabolites from the
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Combined with nonelectrical therapy :)
Patent 5716379: Cardiac assist device having muscle augmentation prior to defibrillation
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5716380: Common therapy/data port for a portable defibrillator
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5716381: Electrophysiology diagnostic device including variable capacitance emulation and voltage threshold determination circuits
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating : Computing energy required or contact impedance :)
Patent 5716382: Programmer for an implantable cardiac stimulating device
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Remotely changing, (e.g., programming, pacer) parameters or operation : Testing condition of energy source)
Patent 5716383: Dual chamber pacing system and method with continual adjustment of the AV escape interval so as to maintain optimized ventricular pacing for
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Computing energy required or contact impedance)
Patent 5716384: Method and system for organizing, viewing and manipulating information in implantable device programmer
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Remotely changing, (e.g., programming, pacer) parameters or operation : Testing condition of energy source)
Patent 5716385: Crural diaphragm pacemaker and method for treating esophageal reflux disease
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Stimulating bladder or gastrointestinal tract : Feature of generator-applicator connection)
Patent 5716386: Non-invasive aortic impingement and core and cerebral temperature manipulation
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : Blood : Respiratory movement)
Patent 5716387: Warming blanket for pediatric use
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Dry gas : Blood)
Patent 5716388: Flexible pouch for thermal therapy pack
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : For specific external body area : Dry gas)
Patent 5716389: Cardiac ablation catheter arrangement with movable guidewire
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Placed in body : Heart : Catheter or endocardial (inside heart) type : Respiratory movement)
Patent 5716390: Reduced diameter active fixation pacing lead using concentric interleaved coils
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Placed in body : Heart : Catheter or endocardial (inside heart) type : With anchor means : Axially-mounted helical type :)
Patent 5716391: Medical electrical lead having temporarily rigid fixation
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Placed in body : Heart : Catheter or endocardial (inside heart) type : With anchor means : Axially-mounted helical type :)
Patent 5716392: Minimally invasive medical electrical lead
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Placed in body : Heart : Suture-type : With anchor other than a suture)
Patent 5716393: Stent with an end of greater diameter than its main body
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Self-expanding stent : Temperature responsive)
Patent 5716394: Blood contact surfaces using extracellular matrix synthesized in vitro
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having plural layers : Antithrombogenic)
Patent 5716395: Prosthetic vascular graft
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Made of synthetic material : Knitted : Protein)
Patent 5716396: Endoprosthesis having multiple laser welded junctions method and procedure
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Helically wound : Temperature responsive)
Patent 5716397: Annuloplasty device with removable stiffening element
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : HEART VALVE : Annuloplasty device : Ball-valve type)
Patent 5716398: Mitral valve rotator assembly
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : HEART VALVE : Combined with surgical tool : Fiber)
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