Patents 6022173 - 6022425

 

 

Patent 6022173: Underwater trenching system
(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 : Entrenched or buried : Entrenching or burying apparatus guided by pre-positioned pipe or cable : With bottom fluidizing means : With heat)

Patent 6022174: Method for installing a tension leg platform
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Tension leg platform : Installing means)

Patent 6022175: Elongate rotary tool comprising a cermet having a Co-Ni-Fe binder
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : COMPRISING TOOL OF SPECIFIC CHEMICAL COMPOSITION : Comprising concave surface in cutting face of tool)

Patent 6022176: Tool bit with marking member
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH SIGNAL, INDICATOR, ILLUMINATOR OR OPTICAL MEANS : Responsive to condition of work or product)

Patent 6022177: Spacer screw
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Thread or shank structure : Plural threads on single shank : Having driver retaining means)

Patent 6022178: Flexure washer bearing and method
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : WASHER STRUCTURE : Including antifriction means : Wire or rod formed)

Patent 6022179: System and method when forming lift-tab can end assemblies
(SHEET METAL CONTAINER MAKING : APPARATUS TO FORM CONTAINER CLOSURE (LID) : Having means uniting pull tab to closure : Means ejecting seal or closure)

Patent 6022180: Cartridge transferring robot for library apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PLURAL, STATIC STRUCTURES FOR SUPPORTING DISCRETE LOADS AND CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Load-underlying members (e.g., racks, receptacles (or a compartmented receptacle), shelves, troughs, etc.) : Charging or discharging means includes load sustaining surface and device to transfer load, with horizontal component of movement, from or to surface or member : With means to detect obstruction and alter movement of charging or discharging means)

Patent 6022181: Passenger bus cargo handling system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Conveyor : Laterally movable rigid platform type : Multiple gates)

Patent 6022182: Two directional industrial sidelift truck with rotatable cab
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Loading or unloading by other carrier or mover means, and the load movement thereof : Raising or lowering of load or load holder includes vertical, rectilinear movement : And carrier or mover includes means enabling additional movement having horizontal component : Elevator with laterally shiftable guides : Having boom pivotable about a vertical axis)

Patent 6022183: Machine and method for lifting massive objects
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ELEVATOR OR HOIST AND LOADING OR UNLOADING MEANS THEREFOR : Convertible attachment : Carrier running out from base)

Patent 6022184: Clamp-on fork lift attachments
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Shovel, rake, handle, or boom structure : Handling device releasably attached to bucket or rake : By linkage pivoting on base support)

Patent 6022185: Substrate transferring device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : HORIZONTALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Swinging about pivot : And moving load support radially with respect to pivot : Pivot swinging about second pivot)

Patent 6022186: Method and apparatus for sorting stacks
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Unstacking apparatus : Separates stack into smaller stacks : Removes smaller stack from bottom : Coacting screws)

Patent 6022187: Device for handling stacks of blanks
(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 6022188: 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 6022189: Ceiling fan having a rotatable inner housing
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH ILLUMINATION MEANS :)

Patent 6022190: Turbine impeller disk with cooling air channels
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH HEATING, COOLING OR THERMAL INSULATION MEANS : Changing state mass within or fluid flow through working member or carrier : Intermeshing or interdigitated working members)

Patent 6022191: Fan blade mounting
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ARTICULATED, RESILIENTLY MOUNTED OR SELF-SHIFTING IMPELLER OR WORKING MEMBER : Nonmetallic resilient mounting : Windmills)

Patent 6022192: Automatic cleaning system for a ceiling fan blade
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : Self-shifting or selectively adjustable mass)

Patent 6022193: Propeller assembly for an underwater device
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : HAVING CLUTCH OR BRAKE MEANS : Power or manual actuator on non-rotatable part)

Patent 6022194: Linear priction welding of steeples and device thereof
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC WORKING MEMBER MOUNT : Blade received in well or slot : Having circumferentially extending binder)

Patent 6022195: Electronically controlled vacuum pump with control module
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : With condition responsive control of pump fluid valve : Having independent means for delaying valve actuation : Speed sensor comprises auxiliary pump or electric generator)

Patent 6022196: Submersible motor unit
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : By float)

Patent 6022197: Aircraft pump system with internal pressure control, comprising a regenerative pump and a centrifugal pump
(PUMPS : DIVERSE PUMPS : Including rotary nonexpansible chamber type : Preceding diverse pump : Pressure controlled overflow)

Patent 6022198: Twin pump with a charging pump
(PUMPS : DIVERSE PUMPS : Including rotary nonexpansible chamber type : Preceding diverse pump : Pressure controlled overflow)

Patent 6022199: Reciprocating compressor
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)

Patent 6022200: Vertical arrangement of a dual heat exchanger/fan assembly
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary motor and rotary nonexpansible chamber pump : Having means to mount pump and motor in working position : Unitary pump and motor working member)

Patent 6022201: Hydraulic vane pump with flexible band control
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : METHODS :)

Patent 6022202: Spiral vacuum pump having a toothed circular translation movement limiter device
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With specific rotation preventing or rotation coupling means : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6022203: Variable-displacement screw-type compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : INTERENGAGING ROTATING MEMBERS : Helical or herringbone : With valve : With movable partition member)

Patent 6022204: Vane compressor having a single suction groove formed in a side member which is in direct contact with a cam ring
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : POSITIVELY ACTUATED VANE : Interposed movable member interconnects plural vanes)

Patent 6022205: System for producing and conditioning blocks of flexible polyurethane foam
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH MECHANICAL MEANS FORMING OR EXPANDING PORES (E.G., FOAMING, ETC.) : Continuously :)

Patent 6022206: Cubic multi anvil device
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : ULTRA HIGH PRESSURE GENERATING DEVICE : Material handler is endless casting surface)

Patent 6022207: Rapid prototyping system with filament supply spool monitoring
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO OR ACTUATED BY MEANS SENSING OR DETECTING A CONDITION OR MATERIAL TRIGGERED : Feed control of material en route to shaping area : Of mold cavity or fluent material to shaping or discharging orifice)

Patent 6022208: Apparatus for removing hollow articles from a mould
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PREFORM RESHAPING OR RESIZING MEANS: OR VULCANIZING MEANS INCLUDING A CONFORMING PREFORM SUPPORT : Including product handling means : Relatively reciprocating plunger and female mold)

Patent 6022209: Device for making lipstick
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SHAPING SURFACE INCLUDING MEANS TO RELEASE OR REMOVE PRODUCT FROM SHAPING SURFACE : By means flexing or deforming the mold : Plural female molds)

Patent 6022210: Hot runner nozzle
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : With means to heat or cool : Including heated or cooled nozzle : Comprising staged inflation means)

Patent 6022211: Lighter
(COMBUSTION : BURNER CAP, COVER OR EXTINGUISHER : Burner head on tank and igniter on frame or casing)

Patent 6022212: Safety device in lighting rods
(COMBUSTION : CORRELATION OF FUEL OR POWER SUPPLY WITH COMPONENT MOVEMENTS IN A DISABLING AND ENABLING SEQUENCE : Movably or removably mounted cover for flame holder)

Patent 6022213: Gas fired heater
(COMBUSTION : MEANS AT CHAMBER OUTLET ESTABLISHING COMBUSTION PRESSURE DISTINCT FROM AMBIENT : Chamber outlet forms jet nozzle : Pivotally mounted)

Patent 6022214: Intraoral illumination device and method of using the same
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having means to emit radiation or facilitate viewing of the work : Switch or valve controlled by presence of device on support)

Patent 6022215: Method of producing an implant-supported superstructure and its support frame, and support element for heat treatment of the superstructure and
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Work support : Intra-oral)

Patent 6022216: Fluid separator for dental aspiration apparatus
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having suction orifice : And suction pump or material separator : Single charge device having plunger-type ejector)

Patent 6022217: System for removing a defect in a tooth and insert or tool for such a system
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Tool bit : Abrading or polishing : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6022218: Kit for the formation of dental restoration from condensable composites
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 6022219: Painting kit and related method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Color application (e.g., painting, etc.) : Building or room interior represented pictorially or by model)

Patent 6022220: Memory wire braille tactile system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMMUNICATION AIDS FOR THE HANDICAPPED : Coin or currency identification or counterfeit detection)

Patent 6022221: Method and system for short- to long-term memory bridge
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Map or terrain model)

Patent 6022222: Icon language teaching system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Spelling, phonics, word recognition, or sentence formation : Electrical component included in teaching means : Slotted or grooved path)

Patent 6022223: Video/audio data supplying device
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Karaoke : Optics)

Patent 6022224: Shock mount connector for head disk assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Conductor is compressible and to be sandwiched between panel circuits : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6022225: Electrical assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : With external, contact enhancing clamp : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6022226: Banana type electrical receptacle
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Automotive junction box)

Patent 6022227: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Panel circuit adapted to move along panel plane relative to coupling part for insertion of male contact : Connected by transversely inserted pin)

Patent 6022228: Electronic card connector with detachable card release bar
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6022229: Ejection mechanism in IC card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 6022230: Column switch with rotary connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH RELATIVELY GUIDED MEMBERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLIABLE CONDUCTOR : Relatively movable about axis : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate)

Patent 6022231: Pre-bussed rigid conduit electrical distribution system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONDUIT OR DUCT : Vent)

Patent 6022232: ZIF card edge connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Having open slot for receiving preformed panel circuit arrangement or tape cable : Biased toward mating thread)

Patent 6022233: Lockable customer bridge
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including lock for retaining means (e.g., key or combination lock or requiring "special" tool) : Threaded coupling part)

Patent 6022234: Electronic apparatus having mechanism to secure an optional board
(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 : Retaining means exterior of slot : Adapter)

Patent 6022235: Electric connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Bayonet coupling part movable about its axis : Movement-actuating or retaining means comprises cover press)

Patent 6022236: Electrical terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including compound movement of coupling part : Pivotal movement)

Patent 6022237: Water-resistant electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Laterally moving roller or ball : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)

Patent 6022238: Double lock for 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 : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)

Patent 6022239: Cable connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Finger inwardly biased during coupling or uncoupling : Rearwardly extending finger : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6022240: Power cable tap connector
(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 6022241: Decoration lamp device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Contact member cutting to contact first conductor and contacting second conductor : Lamp or electron tube socket or base : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)

Patent 6022242: Connector used for flexible flat cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Indicator light)

Patent 6022243: Board lock
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Having resilient means engaging panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder)

Patent 6022244: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Flange on coupling part : Plural detachable flanges : For permanent attachment to panel, e.g., by welding)

Patent 6022245: Filtered modular connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement)

Patent 6022246: Arrangement for preventing mis-mating of connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : Having plural bayonet-coupling contacts)

Patent 6022247: Electric wiring block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having modular or multipart insulating body : Lamp-receiving socket)

Patent 6022248: Connecting terminal having enhanced biasing force
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Having cantilevered spring contact finger : Having cantilevered clamping finger resiliently urged toward rigid clamping jaw)

Patent 6022249: Watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : OSCILLATING PROPELLING MEANS : Wheel-type propulsion means)

Patent 6022250: Watercraft with twin jet propulsion units
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)

Patent 6022251: Water inlet for marine drive
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Cooling for engine : Cooling water intake : Water cooling exhaust)

Patent 6022252: Breather arrangement for watercraft engine
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6022253: Injection system for small watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 6022254: Exhaust system for inboard/outboard marine propulsion system
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 6022255: Universal kayak/canoe paddle
(MARINE PROPULSION : OAR OR PADDLE : Wheellike)

Patent 6022256: Field emission display and method of making same
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6022257: Method of correcting grill height spacing of a cathode-ray tube
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Including electrode or getter mounting : CRT mask mounting :)

Patent 6022258: ARC chamber for an ion implantation system
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Electrode shaping : CRT)

Patent 6022259: Apparatus for storing fashion doll clothes and accessories
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Includng fold line (to convert to toy) : Rollable wheel)

Patent 6022260: Kit for constructing a model rocket
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Vehicle : Vehicle (e.g., aircraft, automobile))

Patent 6022261: Vertically sinkable toy ship model
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AQUATIC : Boat : Submersible : For moving pivoted portion)

Patent 6022262: Playback device for a crib
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFANT'S TOY AND MEANS FOR RETAINING, ATTACHING, OR SUPPORTING TOY IN INFANT'S ENVIRONMENT : Figure)

Patent 6022263: Mechanical toy figures
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having movably joined body parts : Including separate resilient member : Rod-supported or -controlled figure)

Patent 6022264: Polishing pad and methods relating thereto
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : Combined abrading : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)

Patent 6022265: Complementary material conditioning system for a chemical mechanical polishing machine
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6022266: In-situ pad conditioning process for CMP
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6022267: Grinder
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)

Patent 6022268: Polishing pads and methods relating thereto
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary disk : Ribbed periphery)

Patent 6022269: Stackable chimney cap
(VENTILATION : CHIMNEY OR STACK : Chimneytop or stacktop structure (e.g., cowl) : With means for mounting on brick-type chimney : Having air current responsive adjustment means (e.g., wind vane, etc.))

Patent 6022270: Air conditioner front grille with inserts for brand differentiation
(VENTILATION : MEANS COMBINED WITH WINDOW : With air pump : Cooling air conditioner : With air pump)

Patent 6022271: Fire responsive closing air vent
(VENTILATION : FIRE DAMPER : Having specific cover or shield for exterior vent opening)

Patent 6022272: Sliding simulator and game apparatus using the same
(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.) : Audible)

Patent 6022273: Interactive doll
(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.) : Wireless signal : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))

Patent 6022274: Video game system using memory module
(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 6022275: Hub/constant velocity universal joint assembly for a wheel of a vehicle, particularly a motor vehicle
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : HOUSING : With rolling body supporting shaft in housing : Corrugated structure)

Patent 6022276: Carousel
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ROUNDABOUT : Having carrier rotating about vertical axis (e.g., merry-go-round, etc.) : Suspended occupant or article carriage type : Circularly traveling, centrifugal swing : Electric motor)

Patent 6022277: Swing with drive mechanism
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Motor operated : Coiled type)

Patent 6022278: Golf club, grip, and club positioning method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Hand on grip positioning aid or grip indicator : Indicator integral with projectile)

Patent 6022279: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Having locator means : Particular material composition or mass distribution)

Patent 6022280: Multiple purpose golf tool
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Player manipulated turf repair tool : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6022281: Baseball bat and practice device combination
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : For game in which play involves base running (e.g., for baseball, cricket, etc.) : Practice bat : Having subdivided strike zone)

Patent 6022282: Ball bat with tailored flexibility
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Bat (e.g., baseball bat, etc.) : Of plastic composition : Blade construction or accessory)

Patent 6022283: Inflatable ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having hollow core or bladder enclosed within cover (e.g., basketball, soccer-ball, tennis ball, etc.) : And having intermediate layer composed of wrapping of strands or strips between cover and core or bladder : Having plural intermediate layers, at least one being of material diverse from material of core, cover, or another intermediate layer; or having core or cover composed of three or more layers, at least two being of diverse materials)

Patent 6022284: Apparatus for changing gear ratio in bicycles, especially in race 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 : And including belt-shifter mechanism : Plural guide rolls)

Patent 6022285: Wheel drive system
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLURAL BELTS OR PLURAL OUTPUT LOADS : Plural output loads : And including belt-shifter mechanism)

Patent 6022286: Pulley with an integral securing mechanism
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Including plural, coaxial, circumferential belt-receiving grooves : Plural grooves formed in unitary member : With sequential links pivoted about discrete pivot pin)

Patent 6022287: Modularly constructed vehicular transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Including electric motor input : And electric motor input)

Patent 6022288: Five-speed automatic transmission and hydraulic control system thereof
(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 : With brake for sun, carrier and orbit : Helically coiled spring)

Patent 6022289: Synchronized range shift mechanism for transfer case
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Orbit braked : And lock-up clutch : Friction clutch)

Patent 6022290: Power transfer system for vehicle with power-Interrupt auto-manual transmission, alternate means for providing torque to driveline, and
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Constant output shaft speed : Initiation inhibited by sensed condition)

Patent 6022291: Apparatus and method for controlling rotational speed and direction of a drive shaft of a crop sprayer
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Transmission setting contingent : Change to neutral idles engine : Engine input variable in neutral : Electrical)

Patent 6022292: Method of adjusting an engine load signal used by a transmission controller
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6022293: Electronic control of transmission line pressure
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Transmission pressure controlled : Line pressure controlled : Electric valve control)

Patent 6022294: Lock-up control device
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : Speed responsive control : Transmission pressure controlled)

Patent 6022295: Touch point identification for vehicle master clutch
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Regulated clutch engagement : Overload release)

Patent 6022296: Stepping exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 6022297: Portable device or exercising front thighs
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Having separate foot engaging members reciprocating on parallel guide tracks, e.g., Nordic skiing simulator, etc. : Rolling)

Patent 6022298: Exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having lever carrying the weight : Entire body)

Patent 6022299: Gripping device for cable pulley exercise system
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide :)

Patent 6022300: Rotating grip barbell
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Barbell support)

Patent 6022301: Water exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 6022302: Flexural exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 6022303: Abdominal exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SIT UP DEVICE : User interface element)

Patent 6022304: Exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SIT UP DEVICE : User interface element)

Patent 6022305: Pleating apparatus
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Corrugating : Of longitudinally moving work)

Patent 6022306: Method and apparatus for collecting hyperconcentrated platelets
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR INDICATING, INSPECTING, MEASURING, SIGNALING OR TESTING : For controlling drive of (a) bowl or (b) driven means within bowl)

Patent 6022307: Substituted dibenzothiophenes having antiangiogenic activity
(ORGANIC COMPOUNDS -- PART OF THE CLASS 532-570 SERIES : : : Sulfur containing hetero ring (e.g., thiiranes, etc.) : The hetero ring is five-membered : Polycyclo ring system having the hetero ring as one of the cyclos : Tricyclo ring system having the hetero ring as one of the cyclos : Chalcogen attached indirectly to the hetero ring by nonionic bonding)

Patent 6022308: Tumor treatment
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Combined with other radiant or wave energy source (e.g., electromagnetic, thermal, microwave etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6022309: Opto-acoustic thrombolysis
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules) : Fluid reservoir shielding (e.g., syringe))

Patent 6022310: Canopy adjustment mechanisms for thermal support apparatus
(SURGERY : ISOLATION TREATMENT CHAMBERS : Incubators : Pulsating field)

Patent 6022311: Apparatus and method for a custom soft-solid hearing aid
(SURGERY : SURGICALLY IMPLANTED VIBRATORY HEARING AID : Oral cavity devices)

Patent 6022312: Endosphincter, set for releasable closure of the urethra and method for introduction of an endosphincter into the urethra
(SURGERY : BODY INSERTED URINARY OR COLONIC INCONTINENT DEVICE OR TREATMENT (E.G., ARTIFICIAL SPHINCTERS, ETC.) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.))

Patent 6022313: Method and apparatus for the minimally invasive harvesting of a saphenous vein and the like
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 6022314: Method for automated display of date and time specific biorhythmic acupuncture points
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6022315: Computerized medical diagnostic and treatment advice system including network access
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6022316: Apparatus and method for electroporation of microporated tissue for enhancing flux rates for monitoring and delivery applications
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test :)

Patent 6022317: Equipment for the treatment of capsular contractures in mammal breast implants and its process of application
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)

Patent 6022318: Ultrasonic scanning apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : One-dimensional anatomic display or measurement : Electronic array scanning)

Patent 6022319: Intravascular device such as introducer sheath or balloon catheter or the like and methods for use thereof
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : Catheter : Intravascular : By inflatable ballon : Detecting emboli)

Patent 6022320: Blood pressure monitor apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6022321: Blood pulse wave detecting apparatus and motion intensity measuring apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Detecting blood vessel pulsation : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel)

Patent 6022322: Non-invasive cardiorespiratory monitor with synchronized bioimpedance sensing
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring blood flow in body portion other than heart : By detecting electrical impedance of body portion : Entire testing assembly supported on wrist)

Patent 6022323: Apparatus and method of providing a personal biorhythmic cycle indicator
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Monitoring fertility cycle : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6022324: Biopsy instrument
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Applying suction to sample : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 6022325: Mammographic biopsy apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Motorized : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6022326: Device and method for automatic collection of whole saliva
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Wiping or dabbing)

Patent 6022327: Facial steamer machine with detachable function units
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : With light, thermal, magnetic, or electrical application : Applied to bust)

Patent 6022328: Electric massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Unbalanced weight : With drive means : Unbalanced weight having drive means)

Patent 6022329: 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 6022330: Preparation of easily stripped off temporary wound dressing materials by radiation grafting
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Shaped or shapeable : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast) :)

Patent 6022331: Custom-fitted ankle splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Separable splint elements : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6022332: Ankle brace allowing flexion and extension
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6022333: Method and system for removing materials from lymphatic and other fluids
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Lipidic material removed :)

Patent 6022334: Medical probe device with optic viewing capability
(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 6022335: Implantable hemodialysis triple port assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Solid dissolved in liquid)

Patent 6022336: Catheter system for emboli containment
(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 6022337: Dental anesthetic and delivery injection unit
(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 6022338: Absorbent article having a multilayered containment barrier
(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 6022339: Sliding reconstitution device for a diluent container
(SURGERY : CONTAINER FOR BLOOD OR BODY TREATING MATERIAL, OR MEANS USED THEREWITH (E.G., NEEDLE FOR PIERCING CONTAINER CLOSURE, ETC.) : Having hollow needle or spike for piercing container or container clossure : Plural compartments or bags)

Patent 6022340: Ballon/delivery catheter assembly with adjustable balloOn positioning
(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 : Having air or gas venting passage)

Patent 6022341: Catheter with multiple internal diameters
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Vaginal or douche type)

Patent 6022342: Catheter introducer for antegrade and retrograde medical procedures
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Vaginal or douche type)

Patent 6022343: Bridged coil catheter support structure
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With reinforcing structure : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands : Removable plug)

Patent 6022344: Cryopreservation bag
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Shaped for cardiovascular system)

Patent 6022345: Method and apparatus for laser-assisted hair transplantation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6022346: Tissue heating and ablation systems and methods using self-heated electrodes
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Heat application : With coolant supply)

Patent 6022347: High-frequency surgical generator for adjusted cutting and coagulation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Combined cutting-coagulation : With feed back control : Articulated arm)

Patent 6022348: Clamping connection for medical equipment and apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Couch)

Patent 6022349: Method and system for therapeutically treating bone fractures and osteoporosis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Compression or distraction mechanism : Cyclable or incrementable : With forceps or tweezers)

Patent 6022350: Bone fixing device, in particular for fixing to the sacrum during osteosynthesis of the backbone
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6022351: Skull closure device and procedure
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)

Patent 6022352: Bone fixation screw system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6022353: Surgical saw blade
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Shape memory material)

Patent 6022354: Bone harvesting collection and delivery system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 6022355: Impaction hammer for bone chips
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Device for the application of bone cement : Applicator : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6022356: Cruciate ligament reconstruction template
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 6022357: Surgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Prosthesis insertor or extractor : Cross-pinning drill guide)

Patent 6022358: Deformable intraocular lens injecting device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6022359: Stent delivery system featuring a flexible balloon
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6022360: Suture retrograder
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 6022361: Device for introducing and polymerizing polymeric biomaterials in the human body and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)

Patent 6022362: Excisional biopsy devices and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6022363: Rotatable dynamic seal and guide for a medical obstruction treatment device sub-assembly coupled to a drive motor unit
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6022364: Disposable surgical safety scalpel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6022365: Microkeratome for ophthalmological surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6022366: Lancet having adjustable penetration depth
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Lancet : Cylindrical)

Patent 6022367: Surgical apparatus for forming a hole in a blood vessel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Punch : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 6022368: Acupuncture method and device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Acupuncture means : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6022369: Wire device with detachable end
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6022370: Expandable stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6022371: Locking stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)

Patent 6022372: Arterial stapling device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Staple fastener : Screw, rack and pinion or pawl and racket)

Patent 6022373: Surgical anchor and package and cartridge for surgical anchor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6022374: Expandable stent having radiopaque marker and method
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having marker (e.g., color, radiopaque, etc.) : Monofilament)

Patent 6022375: Breast prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : BREAST PROSTHESIS : Globe)

Patent 6022376: Percutaneous prosthetic spinal disc nucleus and method of manufacture
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Including spinal disc spacer between adjacent spine bones : One filament)

Patent 6022377: Instrument for evaluating balance of knee joint
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Joint distractor : Femoral head)

Patent 6022378: Process for the treatment of cellulose fibres and of assemblies made from these fibres
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES OR FIBERS OR PRODUCTS THEREOF : Cellulose fibers : Treatment with nitrogen-containing organic compound : Heterocyclic nitrogen compound : Triazine : Carbamic-aldehyde condensate)

Patent 6022379: Pyrrole derivatives of 1,4-naphthoquinone and of 1,4-dihydroxynaphthalene for dyeing keratin fibers, compositions
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing :)

Patent 6022380: Processes for manufacturing colored hair using color sizing agents and vapor
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing :)

Patent 6022381: Oxidative hair coloring compositions which contain a preformed organic peroxyacid oxidizing agent
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing : Oxidation dye :)

Patent 6022382: Processes and kits for dyeing keratinous fibers with a para-phenylenediamine containing a primary, secondary or tertiary amine
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing : Oxidation dye : Plural dyes or dye and coupling agent : Paradiaminobenzene dye : With metadiaminobenzene dye :)

Patent 6022383: Processes for coloring leather by an ink-jet printing method using anionic coloring agents and cationic agents, and leather products
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Leather dyeing : Solvent assisted dyeing)

Patent 6022384: Negative dyes and coloration process using them
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : REACTIVE DYE COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Alkylene sulfato, halotriazine, halodiazine, haloquinoxaline, or halopyrimidine dye : Silica or calcareous substrate, e.g., glass, etc.)

Patent 6022385: Process for the manufacture of sodium carbonate crystals from minerals or solutions
(CHEMISTRY: PHYSICAL PROCESSES : PHYSICAL PROCESSES : Crystallization : Alkali metal and ammonium compounds : Sodium compounds :)

Patent 6022386: Process for producing porous ammonium nitrate and ammonium nitrates produced
(CHEMISTRY: PHYSICAL PROCESSES : PHYSICAL PROCESSES : Agglomerating : Fluidized bed : Rare earth compounds)

Patent 6022387: Method for maximizing power output with regard to fuel quality when burning solid fuels
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : PROCESSES : Leakage)

Patent 6022388: Device for cleaning filter elements
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH NONLIQUID CLEANING MEANS FOR SEPARATING MEDIA : Cohesive filter media cleaning : Pneumatic reverse flushing : With resulting flexing or distortion of resilient or collapsible separating media)

Patent 6022389: System for removal of noxious fumes
(GAS SEPARATION : PLURAL SERIAL BASICALLY DIVERSE SEPARATING MEDIA : With heating or cooling means or having insulation : Shunt means for total flow)

Patent 6022390: Assembly for separating solids from a gaseous phase
(GAS SEPARATION : MULTIPLE SEPARATORS, EACH WITH DISCRETE AND LONGITUDINALLY CONFINED GAS INLET OR OUTLET FLOW PATH : Centrifugal : Heat exchanger is part of separator or is contiguous therewith)

Patent 6022391: Filter assembly for cleaning cooling air for engines
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure)

Patent 6022392: Droplet separator
(GAS SEPARATION : SEPARATING MEDIA ADJUSTABLE TO VARIOUS POSITIONS OF USE OR TO NONUSE : Check valve)

Patent 6022393: Air induction filter hose assembly
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS SECURING OR RETAINING SEPARATING MEDIA : Unit or cohesive sheet-like media in flow line or frame : Edge supporting or securing means for nonplanar sheet form filter (e.g., zigzag) : Spiral or cylindrical : Tangential outlet pipe)

Patent 6022394: Process for fractioning vinasse
(CHEMISTRY: FERTILIZERS : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Organic material-containing : From industrial wastes : Sugar or distillery : With other organic matter)

Patent 6022395: Method for increasing tap density of molybdenum powder
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or purifying free metal powder or producing or purifying alloys in powder form (i.e., named or of size up to 1,000 microns in its largest dimension) : At 300 degrees C or greater : Combined with step at less than 300 degrees C using nonmetallic material which is liquid under standard conditions : Step at 300 degrees C or greater after step at less than 300 degrees C using nonmetallic material which is liquid under standard conditions : Free metal is Iron(Fe), Cobalt(Co), or Nickel(Ni) only)

Patent 6022396: Process for treatment of residues which arise in industrial processes and in waste incineration
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : With concurrent production of hydraulic cement : Gold(Au))

Patent 6022397: PSA process using an adsorbent with heterogeneous properties of capacity and/or selectivity
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : Including reduction of pressure : Plural pressure varying steps (e.g., pressure swing adsorption, etc.) : Liquid addition precedes electrical precipitation)

Patent 6022398: Adsorption separation and purification apparatus and process for high purity isobutane production
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : Including reduction of pressure : Plural pressure varying steps (e.g., pressure swing adsorption, etc.) : Sweep gas used : Feed gas or constituent thereof is sweep gas :)

Patent 6022399: Process for the adsorption of organic substances in the air
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : With plural indirect heat transfer steps on solid sorbent or gaseous fluid mixture or constituent thereof : Rotating housing containing fixed sorbent or rotating plurality of housings)

Patent 6022400: Polishing abrasive grains, polishing agent and polishing method
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Polishes : Metal-depositing composition contains polyvalent metal compound)

Patent 6022401: Biodegradable modified polyaspartic polymers for corrosion and scale control
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Contains fireproofing or biocidal agent : Nitrogen-containing compound : Metal-containing material)

Patent 6022402: Wax compositions comprising alkenyl succinic anhydride-capped poly (oxyalkylenated) colorants
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Erasable crayon (i.e., washable or removable crayon) : Wax containing : Group VA metal atom (As, Sb, Bi))

Patent 6022403: Pigmented inks and dispersants used therewith
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Pigment containing : Specified vehicle, solvent, or dispersing medium containing : Organic oxygen compound containing : Casein or derivative containing)

Patent 6022404: Surface-modified, pyrogenically produced mixed oxides, method of their production and use
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Elemental metal or alloy containing : Aluminum containing : Pigment treatment)

Patent 6022405: Process for preparing colored mineral powders by thermal treatment
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Ultramarines, e.g., ultramarine green, etc. : With organic compound)

Patent 6022406: Method for preparing inorganic pigments, resulting inorganic pigments, and apparatus therefor
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Zinc compound containing (Zn) : Mica containing)

Patent 6022407: Concrete mixture which yields concrete having high strength at varying density, method for producing the mixture and the concrete, and use of
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Hollow, foam, cellular or porous material containing or method of forming cellular or porous product : Organic material containing : Organic sulfur or organic phosphorus : Carbohydrate)

Patent 6022408: Cement and concrete compositions for controlling alkali-silica reaction in concrete
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Portland type cement : Portland type cement per se (e.g., clinker preparation, etc.) : Calcium sulfate specified (e.g., gypsum, anhydrite, plaster of Paris, etc.))

Patent 6022409: Method of resolution of two enantiomers by crystallization
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : PROCESSES OF GROWTH FROM LIQUID OR SUPERCRITICAL STATE : Having growth from a solution comprising a solvent which is liquid at or below 20 degrees Celsius (e.g., aqueous solution) : Precursor composition intentionally contains an excess component or a non-product appearing component (e.g., solvent, flux))

Patent 6022410: Alkaline-earth metal silicides on silicon
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : FORMING FROM VAPOR OR GASEOUS STATE (E.G., VPE, SUBLIMATION) : With decomposition of a precursor (except impurity or dopant precursor) composed of diverse atoms (e.g., CVD) : Using an energy beam or field, a particle beam or field, or a plasma (e.g., ionization, PECVD, CBE, MOMBE, RF induction, laser) : Fully-sealed or vacuum-maintained chamber (e.g., ampoule))

Patent 6022411: Single crystal pulling apparatus
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : APPARATUS : For crystallization from liquid or supercritical state : Seed pulling : Including details of means providing product movement (e.g., shaft guides, servo means) : Including means forming a flat shape (e.g., ribbon))

Patent 6022412: Epitaxial reactor, susceptor and gas-flow system
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6022413: Thin-film vapor deposition apparatus
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6022414: Single body injector and method for delivering gases to a surface
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Running length work : Cut off)

Patent 6022415: Spherical article conveying atmosphere replacing device
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Multizone chamber : Cut off)

Patent 6022416: Point-of-use vaporization system and method
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Crucible or evaporator structure : By means to heat or cool)

Patent 6022417: Support for wafer-shaped objects, in particular silicon wafers
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Work support : Movable crucible)

Patent 6022418: Vacuum processing method
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Work support : Movable crucible)

Patent 6022419: Hydrolysis and fractionation of lignocellulosic biomass
(SUGAR, STARCH, AND CARBOHYDRATES : : Carbohydrate manufacture and refining : Hydrolysis of carbohydrates : Cellulose material : Centrifugal)

Patent 6022420: Purging compound
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Hollow work, internal surface treatment : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 6022421: Method for remotely launching subsea pigs in response to wellhead pressure change
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Hollow work, internal surface treatment : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 6022422: Cleaning shoe for pipe
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Hollow work, internal surface treatment : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 6022423: Method for deinking paper
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Including work heating or contact with combustion products : Produced by temperature change, centrifugal force, or fluid pressure shock)

Patent 6022424: Atomization methods for forming magnet powders
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Magnetic materials : Permanent magnet :)

Patent 6022425: Conversion coating and process and solution for its formation
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Processes of coating utilizing a reactive composition which reacts with metal substrate or composition therefore : Liquid reactive coating composition utilized : Coating or treating a metal oxide with a specified composition : Contains organic sulfur compound)

 

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