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Patent 5718464: Hub connection assembly
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : ESSENTIAL CATCH : Resilient ring : Spring-biased catch)
Patent 5718465: Child-proof for vehicle sliding door latch device
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Operating means : Closure : Seal)
Patent 5718466: Racking resistant door control mechanism and method of fabrication
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Operating means : Rigid : Seal)
Patent 5718467: Racking resistant door control mechanism
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Operating means : Rigid : Seal)
Patent 5718468: Door handle modular return spring cage assembly
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : KNOBS : Portable)
Patent 5718469: Sanitary pet waste scoop
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : SANITARY HANDLER FOR PET DROPPINGS : Pole mounted :)
Patent 5718470: Windshield molding for vehicles and the production method thereof
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Storm-front shield, apron, or robe : Windshield : Weatherstrips : Link hinged)
Patent 5718471: Vehicle with anti-spill fuel fill door
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Access cover for gas tank filler pipe : With specific mounting means therefor)
Patent 5718472: Automotive slide roof system
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Roof panel movable to uncover passenger area (e.g., sun roof or moon roof) : Panel pivots upwardly to vent mode and moves downward before sliding to fully open mode : Telescopic)
Patent 5718473: Folding chair
(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: Collapsed to a compact bundle having all rigid elongated elements extending in a single longitudinal direction : Side withdrawn laterally of device)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 5718474: Foldable chair
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : COLLAPSIBLE CHAIR; I.E., RELATIVELY FOLDING BOTTOM, BACK, AND LEGS : Relatively collapsible bottom, rear legs, and integral back and front legs : Rear leg pivoted to back above bottom connection : Bottom detachably or slidably connected to back)
Patent 5718475: Pivotal support assembly for a convertible bench/table container apparatus
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : CONVERTIBLE : Table : Back-to-table top : Rear of back : Supported on armrest :)
Patent 5718476: Seat with adjustable lumbar support
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK WITH MEANS TO ALTER CONTOUR : Providing support for lower back (i.e., lumbar) region : Bottom dependent from subjacently mounted armrest)
Patent 5718477: Rail pair for motor vehicle seats
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BOTTOM : Interconnected with back for relative concurrent movement : Back tilts and bottom moves forwardly : With force-multiplying means)
Patent 5718478: Integrated attachments-seat frame
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BOTTOM : Bottom and back movable as a unit : Back tilts and bottom moves forwardly)
Patent 5718479: Convertible seating arrangement
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Movable to a rear-horizontal position : Motor actuated)
Patent 5718480: Vehicle seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Mechanical operator tilts back fore and aft : Gear train : With set means horizontally spaced from pivot)
Patent 5718481: Seat recliner mechanism
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Rack and pawl : Actuator disengages pawl : Engages movable rack)
Patent 5718482: Simplified linear recliner
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Rack and pawl : Actuator disengages pawl : Engages movable rack)
Patent 5718483: Adjustable hinge mount for seats
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Rack and pawl : Actuator disengages pawl : Engages movable rack)
Patent 5718484: Wheel rim cover clasp
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : With wheel cover : Including resilient securing means : Resilient securing ring on cover : Acting to bias portion of cover into engagement with wheel : Tool connection)
Patent 5718485: Friction welded bimetallic vehicle wheel having hollow spokes
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : Compression wheel : Disc : Including seal or adhesive : Spring moved)
Patent 5718486: Electropneumatic brakes system for motor vehicles
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE SYSTEMS : Fluid pressure and electric :)
Patent 5718487: Brake control system for doubled ended locomotive
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : MULTIPLE CONTROL : Double heading : Spring operated motor)
Patent 5718488: Damper for damping fluid oscillations in a hydraulic, slip-controlled motor vehicle brake system
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : PULSATION NEUTRALIZERS : Isolation valve)
Patent 5718489: Hydraulic unit for traction-controlled motor vehicle brake systems
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : System controlled by solenoid valve : System solenoid valve detail : Pump pressure operates fluid motor)
Patent 5718490: Assembled clothes storage closet
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : CANOPY OR CURTAIN TYPE : Knockdown or foldable : Knockdown or foldable)
Patent 5718491: Supporting bracket/box
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SECTIONAL-UNIT TYPE : Wall or window)
Patent 5718492: Connection structure for courtesy panel on furniture
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SPACED PEDESTAL TYPE (E.G., KNEEHOLE DESKS) : Knockdown, set-up, or sectional : Horizontally swinging support)
Patent 5718493: Cabinet construction system
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : MOUNTED ON WALL, CEILING OR SPACED PANELS : To table only)
Patent 5718494: Convertible storage system
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : KNOCKDOWN OR SETUP TYPE : Foldable : Pivotally only)
Patent 5718495: Waste bin having finger pressure member
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : Having biasing means : Component forms horizontal planar support (e.g., table))
Patent 5718496: Projection pointer
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : POINTER : Vernier or plural scales)
Patent 5718497: Surface light source device
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Light guide : Reflective face : Type of surface : Prism)
Patent 5718498: Flashlight and illuminating panel
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Particular application : Indirect illumination)
Patent 5718499: Roller blade wheel lighting system
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Condition responsive (e.g., position) : Including indicia mark (e.g., calibrated rod))
Patent 5718500: Positive pressure impact resistant lens for improved vision and safety
(APPAREL : GUARD OR PROTECTOR : For wearer's head : Eye shields (e.g., hoodwinks or blinds, etc.) : Goggles : Included in shield for eyes : With seal for face)
Patent 5718501: Range backsplash assembly
(ILLUMINATION : WITH HEATER OR REFRIGERATOR : Cleaning)
Patent 5718502: Decorative lamps for festive occasions
(ILLUMINATION : QUICK DISCONNECT-TYPE LIGHT UNIT : Particular engagement : Push to engage : Ornamental or decorative : Pivoted motion)
Patent 5718503: Illumination apparatus
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : Including reflector : With or including translucent or transparent modifier : Coaxial)
Patent 5718504: Anti-leak and anti-contact christmas lamp
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : With sealing means or artifical atmosphere : Including circuit arrangement)
Patent 5718505: Headlight for vehicle
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : Adjustable or repositionable modifier : Louvered or grid type modifier movable as a unit : Resiliently biased)
Patent 5718506: Floor lamp safety shield
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT MODIFIER : Reflector : With guard means : Curved main surface)
Patent 5718507: Dosifying apparatus for mixing a batch of mixed liquid product from separate bulk sources of supply of a liquid carrier and an additive
(AGITATING : HAVING INTERRELATED FEED AND DISCHARGE MEANS : Mixing chamber type)
Patent 5718508: Self-cleaning mixer for cement slurry
(AGITATING : WITH FLUSHING OF MIXING CHAMBER : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5718509: Materials dispersion apparatus with relatively slidable blocks
(AGITATING : WITH INSPECTION MEANS (E.G., WINDOW) : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)
Patent 5718510: Paste production and storage apparatus
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Pump type : Screw : Impeller only)
Patent 5718511: Temperature mapping method
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Temperature distribution or profile : By fluid flow within or to sensor (e.g., convection, heat transfer, differential pressure))
Patent 5718512: High-temperature probe
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Combined with diverse art device : With fluid carrying conduit (e.g., shower pipe) : Sensor within conduit : Radiator cap mounted thermometer)
Patent 5718513: Temperature-indicating device
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : Nonelectrical, nonmagnetic, or nonmechanical temperature responsive property : Change of optical property : Color : Radiator cap mounted thermometer)
Patent 5718514: Multiwall bag
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : BAG CLOSURE SECURED BY A RELEASABLE OR FRANGIBLE BOND (E.G., PEEL SEAL) : Adhesive bond : Bag portion completely separated from the bag during tearing)
Patent 5718515: Rectilinear guide apparatus
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Roller bearing : Location of plural roller sets; more than two telescoping members : For piston rod)
Patent 5718516: Spindle motors with hard coated hydrodynamic bearings
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : Radial : Central member recess)
Patent 5718517: Self-aligning bearing for high temperature applications
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Self-adjusting or self-aligning : Brasses)
Patent 5718518: Axis joint and slide bearing with integral seal
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Mounting or support : Including thrust plate at shaft end)
Patent 5718519: Continuous hot dipping apparatus and slide bearing structure thereof
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Race, liner or sleeve : Curved roller)
Patent 5718520: Apparatus and method for modifying a print job ticket
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING CONTROL OF FORMAT AND SELECTION OF TYPE-FACE BY PROGRAMMED CONTROL-SYSTEM (E.G., INPUT TYPEWRITER) : By adjustment of carriage (e.g, carriage-guide rollers))
Patent 5718521: Printer for one time printing a picture and text
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Thermal : Multicolor : Including plural space-bars for different spacings)
Patent 5718522: Heat transfer printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Thermal : Multicolor : Having single layer colored transfer material :)
Patent 5718523: Thermal transfer printing device and method
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Thermal : Multicolor : Having single layer colored transfer material :)
Patent 5718524: Device in printers
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Means auxiliary to ribbon mechanism (e.g., shield, guide, etc.) : Including guide for ribbon : Including ink-impervious backing for ribbon)
Patent 5718525: label printer and dispenser
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : Including feed of tally strip record-medium (e.g., plural tally strips) : By divided platen)
Patent 5718526: Printing method and printer using game
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding plural record media concurrently or selectively : Attachment to typewriter for converting to condensed-billing operation)
Patent 5718527: Paper delivery system
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding web record-medium : By pin-feed means (e.g., reciprocating pin, etc.) : Including laterally adjustable bands (e.g., tractor feed, etc.) : Mounted to move with carriage)
Patent 5718528: Cutting mechanism
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding web record-medium : With web cutter (e.g., tear bar, wire tool, etc.) : Pin wheel (e.g., on platen cylinder))
Patent 5718529: Ring binder
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET RETAINER TRAVELS ARCUATE PATH : Travel in plane perpendicular to axis of rotation : Opposed sheet retainers (e.g., ring binders, etc.) : Hinged on spaced axes : Spring biased)
Patent 5718530: Binder assembly
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : DEPOSITORY (E.G., BINDER COVER, ETC.) : Collapsible on base)
Patent 5718531: Low shock release device
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : UTILIZING THERMAL CHARACTERISTIC, E.G., EXPANSION OR CONTRACTION, ETC. : Head or base)
Patent 5718532: Device and method for terminating flexible tensile strength members
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MOLDED JOINT : Member cast in situ : Clamped member)
Patent 5718533: Support bracket and track assembly for sectional overhead doors
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD SIDE TO PLATE OR SIDE : Lapped rod ends : Plural channels in connector)
Patent 5718534: Rear drive ride-on tractor unit for propelling steerable utility vehicles such as walk-behind paint stripers
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With surface marking (or grooving) : Applied to existing hard surface : Specific to a sloped or curved application)
Patent 5718535: Finisher for road surfaces with a tire drive
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Material distribution means : Curb or gutter)
Patent 5718537: Trench drain
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Flow control : Open channel : Flume : Earthen)
Patent 5718538: Vertical reel pipe laying vessel
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SUBTERRANEAN OR SUBMARINE PIPE OR CABLE LAYING, RETRIEVING, MANIPULATING, OR TREATING : Submerging, raising, or manipulating line of pipe or cable in or from marine environment : With causing or controlling the deformation of a line : Articulated segments)
Patent 5718539: Boundary air/laminar flow conveying system with air reduction cone
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : WITH DIVERSE POWER-DRIVEN CONVEYOR : Rotary : Screw : Feeding to fluid conveyor inlet : Fluid jet at conveyor inlet : Plural screws)
Patent 5718540: Cutting insert having cutting edges formed with sloping lateral portions
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : ROTARY CUTTING TOOL : Including holder (i.e., head) having seat for inserted tool : Face or end mill : Specified tool shape : Wedge clamp element)
Patent 5718541: Cutting tool for machining titanium and titanium alloys
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : COMPRISING CUTTING EDGE BONDED TO TOOL SHANK : Comprising concave surface in cutting face of tool)
Patent 5718542: Cutter plate for a single cutter reamer and process for reaming bores with such a cutter plate
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)
Patent 5718543: Method and apparatus for processing a side bearing component for railroad cars
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : MACHINE INCLUDING PLURAL TOOLS : Coaxial tools : Coaxial, opposed tools : Adapted to cut entire thickness of work at one pass)
Patent 5718544: Method for producing a two-part member having rack teeth
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : GEAR CUTTING : Gear tooth shape generating : Making a noncircular gear, worm, rotor, or a planar-faced gear : Rectilinearly reciprocating cutter)
Patent 5718545: Tool positioning device
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Including means to infeed rotary cutter toward work : Angularly adjustable cutter head : With means to move cutter eccentrically)
Patent 5718546: Vial cap and transducer gauge for wire bonding capillaries
(SPECIAL RECEPTACLE OR PACKAGE : FOR A TOOL (E.G., KNIFE, SHAVER) : Flaccidly or integrally (but not severably) connected)
Patent 5718547: Securing device for a blind undercut bore
(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) : And means to captively retain expander : Tongue-type retainer : Coil spring)
Patent 5718548: Staple assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : IMPACT DRIVEN FASTENER, E.G., NAIL, SPIKE, TACK, ETC. : Including integral locking means : Comprising protrusion or recess on shank : Barb or spur-type projection : Spiral rib)
Patent 5718549: Releasable two-part fixing clip
(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 : Similar, opposed ramp surfaces : Threaded adjustment)
Patent 5718550: Load transferring system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : MARINE LOADING OR UNLOADING SYSTEM : Marine vessel to/from shore : Marine vessel to/from land or rail vehicle distinct from system : By use of laterally moving crane : And means for temporarily holding remainder of stack)
Patent 5718551: Automatic mechanized system for the storage of objects
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS PARTICULARLY ADAPTED FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING A FACILITY COMPRISING ONE OR MORE SITES FOR THE PARKING OF WHEELED VEHICLES : With means to transfer, or facilitate transfer of, vehicle from carrier to site or vice versa : Including sets of intermeshing support elements having relative vertical movement : Moving linearly in vertical direction or orbiting in vertical plane)
Patent 5718552: Procedure and facility for handling and transport of wafers in ultra-clean rooms
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Horizontal movement of receptacle contents : Device includes haulage cable)
Patent 5718553: Tire presenter
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VEHICLE ATTACHED AUXILIARY CARRIERS : For rim, tire, or wheel : Adjustable)
Patent 5718554: Truck trailer with removable racks
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Separable load rack : Cable operated : Including haulage cable)
Patent 5718555: Seed loading and transport apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Successive handling means : Power-driven conveyors : Including haulage cable)
Patent 5718556: Granular material transport apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Successive handling means : Power-driven conveyors : Movably mounted : Pivotably mounted element)
Patent 5718557: Apparatus and method for putting cassettes into trays
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of moving intersupporting articles into, within, or from freestanding, orderly layered, or mutually stabilizing orderly group : Article deposited on stationary supporting surface intermediate sequential turning members)
Patent 5718558: System for vertically stacking rows of prismatic objects
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : With means for removing completed stack from stacking location : Pusher : Articles received and stack discharged at interfingering location)
Patent 5718559: Apparatus for the removal and transfer of plate-shaped objects from a stack using a suction device
(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 : By suction : With belt and article moving vertically together above discharge)
Patent 5718560: Turbocompressor for non-ideal process gases
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO NON-CYCLIC CONDITION SENSING, CENTRIFUGAL ACTUATION OR TORQUE : Temperature or fluid force responsive member : Of working fluid valve or vane)
Patent 5718561: Side channel compressor
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Cooling fluid contacts shaft, seal or bearing)
Patent 5718562: Interface module for use with an NCT-based pumping mechanism and NCT-based cassette
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR :)
Patent 5718563: Portable compressor with system for optimizing temperature in compressor housing and method
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Responsive to pump or pump fluid temperature : Fluid and motor controls separately responsive to diverse conditions)
Patent 5718564: Centrifugal pump with adaptor for various valves
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Controlling motive fluid or drive motor)
Patent 5718565: Apparatus and process for operating a dry-compression vacuum pump
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Inlet pressure : Motor controller responsive to liquid pressure)
Patent 5718566: Drive shaft lubrication arrangement for a swash plate type refrigerant compressor
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)
Patent 5718567: Micro diaphragm pump
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Fluid motor : Common pumping and motor working member : Collapsible common member : Diaphragm : Pressure responsive)
Patent 5718568: Drive shaft for a peristaltic pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member : Inlet or discharge controlled by cooperating ports in cylinder or piston and fixed member)
Patent 5718569: Dual plunger cassette pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Distributor formed from integral portion of flexible wall pumping member : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member)
Patent 5718570: Rotary control valve for a piston pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Mechanically actuated distributor : Plural pumping chambers : Common element forms inlet or discharge distributor for plural chambers : Element forms both inlet and discharge distributor : Adjustable backing)
Patent 5718571: Valve assembly
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Having pumping chamber pressure responsive distributor : Nonmetallic inlet or discharge distributor : Annular-type distributors)
Patent 5718572: Novelty candle support base
(COMBUSTION : CANDLE, E.G., TAPER, ETC. : Having structure additional to wax and wick : Melt handler or receiver : Stored energy actuated; detent, latch or overcenter release)
Patent 5718573: Flashback resistant burner
(COMBUSTION : MIXER AND FLAME HOLDER : Tubular member delineates flame)
Patent 5718574: Heat treatment apparatus
(HEATING : ACCESSORY MEANS FOR HOLDING, SHIELDING OR SUPPORTING WORK WITHIN FURNACE : Masonry with metallic casing or support)
Patent 5718575: Adjustable, customizable performance enhancing dental appliance
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : By mouthpiece-type retainer : Plier type)
Patent 5718576: Orthodontic attachment device and pin
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Arch wire attachment : Metallic spring)
Patent 5718577: Dental impression tray with chemiluminescent light source
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having static product shaping surface (e.g., mold) : Intra-oral : Combined with other device)
Patent 5718578: Dental impression tray
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having static product shaping surface (e.g., mold) : Intra-oral : Combined with other device)
Patent 5718579: Drill guide kit
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having gauge or guide : Having tool, marker, or coupling or guiding means therefor : Articulator or attachment therefor)
Patent 5718580: Vapor blaster
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)
Patent 5718581: Air abrasive particle apparatus
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Dispensed material discharged by fluid current : Dispenser externally mounted on tool or handpiece)
Patent 5718582: Dental tool chuck
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool (e.g., "engine") : Hand-held tool or handpiece : Having means facilitating assembly or disassembly of tool or handpiece : Means to releaseably grip tool : And adjustment for stroke, intensity, or position of tool)
Patent 5718583: Gingival cord-packing instrument
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Hand manipulatable implement : And discrete oral fastening or positioning means)
Patent 5718584: Preformed posterior palatal seal for forming dentures and method
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Denture liner or cushion : Abrading or polishing)
Patent 5718585: Prosthetic teeth and mold making therefor
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Tooth construction : Metallic)
Patent 5718586: Polymeric composition
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Impression taking or bite determination : Nonmetallic composite)
Patent 5718587: Variable gravity simulation system and process
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VEHICLE OPERATOR INSTRUCTION OR TESTING : Flight vehicle : Outer space vehicle : Means (e.g., target, terrain model, etc.) marked or pierced to simulate projectile impact point)
Patent 5718588: Tactile display driven by shape memory wires
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMMUNICATION AIDS FOR THE HANDICAPPED : Tactile reading aid (e.g., Braille, etc.) : Converting information to tactile output : Cosmetic or nail polish)
Patent 5718589: Learning enhancing system, and method of teaching
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Alphabet letter formation, recognition, or sequencing : Means for facilitating location of different points on map)
Patent 5718590: Method for keyboard training
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : OCCUPATION : Keyboard operation (e.g., typing, key punching, etc.) : Visual signalling)
Patent 5718591: Method for providing performance feedback to test resolvers
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)
Patent 5718592: Surface mountable electrical connector assembley
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : For receiving coaxial connector : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)
Patent 5718593: Polarity-sensitive protector device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Within distinct housing spaced from panel circuit arrangement : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected)
Patent 5718594: Connector having a memory module locking apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part for receiving edge of planar board moving parallel to plane : With angular mating : Adapter)
Patent 5718595: Socket apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : For dual inline package (DIP) : Retaining means exterior of slot)
Patent 5718596: Connector engaging structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)
Patent 5718597: Electrical connector with engagement guide mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means)
Patent 5718598: Electrical connection box and contact bonding terminal used therefor
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Plural contacts, each formed by slot between pair of fingers : From different margins of contact)
Patent 5718599: Small pitch dual row leaf connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Plural contacts, each formed by slot between pair of fingers : From different margins of contact)
Patent 5718600: Electrical plug
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Pivoting cutter, pivoting means to operate cutter, or pivoting means to move conductor against cutter : Pivoting cutter : With stress relieving means for conductor to terminal joint)
Patent 5718601: Electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Resiliently biased : Finger : Resilient finger : Adapted to grip upon withdrawal of mating part : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)
Patent 5718602: Suspension connector assembly for multiple pin electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING HANDLE OR DISTINCT MANIPULATING MEANS : For attachment of connector to overhead conductor : With means to transversely move conductor gripping means)
Patent 5718603: Inspection device for connectors and connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Including bale or loop)
Patent 5718604: Patch cord connection system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STORAGE MEANS FOR FLACCID CONDUCTOR : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 5718605: Connector socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 5718606: Electrical connector between a pair of printed circuit boards
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Conductive shielding material individually surrounding or interposed between mutually insulated contacts : Having laterally spaced prongs)
Patent 5718607: 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 5718608: Metallic connector housing
(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 5718609: Shielded contacting apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Including lamp or electron tube socket)
Patent 5718610: Cable clamp terminal for a circuit interrupter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Duplicate receiving means having independently operated securing means for joining plural conductors : Screw-thread operated securing means for each receiving means : Screw-threaded operator circumferentially tensions flexible strap or band)
Patent 5718611: Personalized watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Rotary cranking arm : Plural-crank type : By gearing)
Patent 5718612: Personal watercraft shelter
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : RAFTS : With shelter : Storm oil distributor)
Patent 5718613: Marine hydraulic tilt and trim control
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Having fluid motor to move propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit : Rack and pinion)
Patent 5718614: Control apparatus for grinder
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)
Patent 5718615: Semiconductor wafer dicing method
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)
Patent 5718617: Grinding force measurement system for computer controlled grinding operations
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : Screw actuated : Moved by cam)
Patent 5718618: Lapping and polishing method and apparatus for planarizing photoresist and metal microstructure layers
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)
Patent 5718619: Abrasive machining assembly
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)
Patent 5718620: Polishing machine and method of dissipating heat therefrom
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Having pressure plate : Including work support engaging work at opposite, axial ends; e.g., opposed "centers")
Patent 5718621: Reversible angle grinder with top arbour lock
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : For hanging rigid, rotary abrading tool : With hopper or magazine)
Patent 5718622: Abrasive holder
(ABRADING : TOOL SUPPORT FOR FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL : Manually manipulated : By handle : Including conical tool holding member)
Patent 5718623: Shellfish processing method
(BUTCHERING : CRUSTACEAN (E.G., SHRIMP, CRAB, LOBSTER, CRAYFISH) :)
Patent 5718624: Support structure for storing poultry retainers
(BUTCHERING : MODELLING (E.G., SHAPING) : Visceral cavity closure : Carcass conveyed to cutter in horizontal position)
Patent 5718625: Coin store
(COIN HANDLING : SUPPLY LEVEL DETECTOR : Electric : Deflector type assorter)
Patent 5718626: Fume hood cable system
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Covered workbench chamber (e.g., fume hood, etc.) : With outlet air treatment means)
Patent 5718627: System and method for smoke free elevator shaft
(VENTILATION : ELEVATOR : Having canopy exhaust hood)
Patent 5718628: Air conditioning method in machine room having forced air-cooling equipment housed therein
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)
Patent 5718629: Machine for vining peas and the like
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : FRUIT OR VEGETABLE PROCESSING APPARATUS : Shelling pressure roller (e.g., peas, beans, per se) : Combing)
Patent 5718631: Electronic video game device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Plural matches create pattern (e.g., bingo, etc.) :)
Patent 5718632: Recording medium, method of loading games program code means, and games machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Data storage or retrieval (e.g., memory, video tape, etc.) : Cartridge : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))
Patent 5718633: Universal joint wear indicator
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : WITH AUXILLIARY INDICATOR OR ALARM : Including member deformable by relative movement between shafts)
Patent 5718634: Torque limiting coupling
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : OVERLOAD RELEASE COUPLING : Torque transmitted via resiliently biased positive drive connection (e.g., cam and follower) : Axially biased)
Patent 5718635: Three dimensional power transmission apparatus
(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 additional axially spaced torque-transmitting coupling which facilitates relative movement between members : Radially directed pin in each coupling : Laminated element or plural elements abutting or spaced along rotational axis)
Patent 5718636: Rethreader tool
(THREADED, HEADED FASTENER, OR WASHER MAKING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : IMPLEMENT, E.G., DIE, ETC. : Tap : Collapsible : Wedge core : Having die-blade adjuster)
Patent 5718637: Composite slide for children to use
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : BODY SLIDE : Collapsible)
Patent 5718638: Automatic golf ball teeing up device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Condition responsive feeding means (e.g. automatic) : Thumb or finger hole grip)
Patent 5718639: Opto-electric golf club swing sensing system having vertically offset sensors
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Projectile addressing surface and target, or distance marker (e.g., course, putting green with cup, driving range, miniature golf course, etc.) : Electrical sensor or electrical indicator responsive to swingable implement or projectile : Linear spring indicator)
Patent 5718640: Golf swing training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice device attachable to body : Attachable to arm, hand, or wrist : With displaceable indicator responsive to head movement)
Patent 5718641: Golf club head that makes a sound when striking the ball
(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 : Audible indicator : Pivotal element)
Patent 5718642: Golf club swing training 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 : Projectile retained by head of swingable implement during swing : Audible)
Patent 5718643: Vibration dampening insert for golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Particularly weighted handle : Particular correlated head characteristic)
Patent 5718644: Insert for golf club putter head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Putter : Embedded in head)
Patent 5718645: Face panel mounting structure for a golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face insert : Toe and heel weighting)
Patent 5718646: Golf tee inserter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee setting device : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.))
Patent 5718647: Replaceable hockey stick components
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Club : Having elongated blade (e.g., hockey stick, etc.) : Stick to blade joint construction : With stringing or string-stretching device)
Patent 5718648: Hockey puck for street or court
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Disk- or ring-shaped (e.g., ice hockey puck, etc.) : Vane structure (i.e., flight guiding or stabilizing means))
Patent 5718649: Tensioner for a power transmission belt and method of making same
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : STRUCTURE FACILITATING LUBRICATION OF BELT, PULLEY, OR GUIDE ROLL : Plural belts in series via countershaft)
Patent 5718650: Hydraulic tensioner with porous vent
(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 5718651: Driving arrangement for a motor vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : With electric or magnetic controlled brake)
Patent 5718652: Coronel effect positively infinitely variable rotary motion transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANET PERIPHERY SURROUNDS AXIS OF INTERACTING GEAR (E.G., ECCENTRICALLY DRIVEN TRANSMISSON) : Means to change speed ratio between input and output : Variable speed)
Patent 5718653: Differential assembly for transfer cases and vehicle drivelines
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : And roller bearing supporting worm from casing)
Patent 5718654: Weight lifting cable attachment allowing pronation and supination of the hand
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : User interface element : Including plural, movable, interface elements for multiple exercises)
Patent 5718655: Therapeutic resilient hand exerciser and method of manufacture
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Grip : Finger loop)
Patent 5718656: Exercise platform having upper body exercising apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Utilizing fluid resistance : Separately adjustable)
Patent 5718657: Cabinet treadmill with repositioning assist
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)
Patent 5718658: Skate training exercise apparatus and method
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Alpine or towed skiing : Rolling)
Patent 5718659: Exercising machine
(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 5718660: Exerciser for straightening spinal column
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Suspension device : Body inversion : Rotatably movable)
Patent 5718661: Folding roller for rotary printing press
(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 indeterminate length work : Roller couple)
Patent 5718662: Apparatus for the magnetic stimulation of cells or tissue
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Electromagnetic coil : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules))
Patent 5718663: Endoscope optical system with a window plate having a light screen
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Having particular distal lens or window : Plural)
Patent 5718664: Light guide connection port for a disposable arthroscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Light source : For improved illumination)
Patent 5718665: Animal speculum and method of use
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Specific use retractor : Mouth : Veterinary jaw spreader : Illuminated)
Patent 5718666: Transilluminating bougie
(SURGERY : LAMPS FOR ILLUMINATION : With illuminating means)
Patent 5718667: Oral hygiene instrument
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Frictioning : Gum massager : Frictioning surface configured as padlike member)
Patent 5718668: Irrigation handpiece with built in pulsing pump
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Lavative : With means for connection to outside source : Pulsating pressure or sequentially inflatable)
Patent 5718669: Integrated synergistic emergency splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace :)
Patent 5718670: Thoracal lumbosacral orthosis for a human torso
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))
Patent 5718671: Shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand orthosis
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))
Patent 5718672: Dynamic hip splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Hand or wrist)
Patent 5718673: Foot support devices and methods
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 5718674: Bandages
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Wound contact surface : Polymeric foam : Toenail appliance)
Patent 5718675: Safety tampon
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INSERTING FIBROUS OR FORAMINOUS RESIDENT PACKING, RECEPTOR, OR MEDICAMENT CARRIER INTO BODY ORIFICE : With flow control means (e.g., check valves, hydrocephalus pumps, etc.))
Patent 5718676: Grooved phaco-emulsification needle
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)
Patent 5718677: Soft aspriation tip
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : With aspirating or vacuum removing means : Deformable occluding tube valve)
Patent 5718678: Multi-lumen coaxial catheter and method for making same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Body inserted conduit with separate ingress and egress passages : With body orifice occluding means)
Patent 5718680: Catheter system with push rod for advancement of balloon along guidewire
(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 : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : Therapeutic material introduced into or removed from vasculature : By catheter : With expanding member (i.e., balloon) :)
Patent 5718681: Medication delivery straw
(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 : Method : Liquid therapeutic material administered with solid or second liquid : To or from the urogenital system)
Patent 5718682: Access port device and method of manufacture
(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 : Implantable reservoir having access port implanted under skin : Port having resealable septum : With soluble cover means)
Patent 5718683: Dilation balloon for a single operator exchange intravascular catheter or similar 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 inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))
Patent 5718684: Multi-lobed balloon 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.) : Particular wall structure of inflated means (e.g., varying wall thickness, multilayer, etc.) : Specific balloon shape (e.g., doughnut, pear, hour glass, etc.) : One-way valve)
Patent 5718685: Stomach probe
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having indicator means : Valve controlling means)
Patent 5718686: Anchoring system and method for indwelling urethral 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 5718687: Extra-corporal blood pump
(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.) : With vacuum breaking means (e.g., vent, etc.))
Patent 5718688: Catheter placement units
(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 friction means on hub portion for frictionally engaging with hub portion of body entering conduit : With threaded drive means)
Patent 5718689: Free-standing safety cap for permanently storing contaminated medical instruments
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 5718690: Hypodermic injector system and method for maintaining the sterility thereof prior to use
(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 5718691: Gastrostomy feeding port with a positively sealing one-way entrance valve
(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 5718692: Self-retaining single insertion double catheter assembly and method for making double catheter systems
(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 5718693: Hematoma prevention apparatus and method
(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 5718694: Inhibition of adherence of microorganisms to biomaterial surfaces by treatment with carbohydrates
(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 5718695: Wound protection device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Method of applying or removing material to or from body : Implantable reservoir having inlet or outlet)
Patent 5718696: Ostomy appliance
(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 : Guard or guide)
Patent 5718697: Liquid absorbent sphagnum moss article and method for manufacturing the absorbent article
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing particular materials, fibers, or particles : Thermoplastic)
Patent 5718698: Absorbent article having breathable side panels
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing layers having differing absorption characteristics (e.g., flow control, wicking, etc.) : Needled or punched layer : Discontinuous coating or treatment of layer)
Patent 5718699: Disposable absorbent product with secondary liquid-containment structure
(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 : With means for securing pad to garment or person : Side flap : Carboxy-radical containing)
Patent 5718700: Exit means in dosage form
(SURGERY : CONTROLLED RELEASE THERAPEUTIC DEVICE OR SYSTEM : Osmotic or diffusion pumped device or system :)
Patent 5718701: Ablation electrode
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
Patent 5718702: Uvula, tonsil, adenoid and sinus tissue treatment device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
Patent 5718703: Method and apparatus for small needle electrocautery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes)
Patent 5718704: L-shape surgical buttress plate
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Cortical plate : Expanding)
Patent 5718705: Internal fixation plate
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Cortical plate : Expanding)
Patent 5718706: Surgical screw and washer
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)
Patent 5718707: Method and apparatus for positioning and compacting bone graft
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Device for the application of bone cement : Applicator : Pressurized cement placement :)
Patent 5718708: Ophthalmic instrument for removing foreign objects
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)
Patent 5718709: Apparatus for removing tumours from hollow organs of the body
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : With collecting means for removed material : By vacuum application : Cast removal implement)
Patent 5718711: Ultrasoft embolism devices and process for using them
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)
Patent 5718712: Dilatation balloon catheter for endoscopy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)
Patent 5718713: Surgical stent having a streamlined contour
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)
Patent 5718714: Surgical instrument with removable shaft assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Head)
Patent 5718716: Process for manufacturing sutures from copolymers of glycolide and E-caprolactone
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture or ligature : Absorbable in body : Pull out or frangible)
Patent 5718717: Suture anchor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)
Patent 5718718: Method and apparatus for polarity reversal of consecutive defibrillation countershocks having back biasing precharge pulses
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5718719: Switch apparatus and method for switching between multiple electrodes for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5718720: Implantable cardiac stimulator with capture detection and impedance based autotuning of capture detection
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : Testing or monitoring pacer function : Measuring pacing, threshold, capture margin, or contact impedance : Respiratory movement)
Patent 5718721: Method of relieving migraine headache pain
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Electrical treatment of pain : Incontinence control)
Patent 5718722: Lower back heater mat with a leg support
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Electric current : Ultraviolet)
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