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Patent 6027247: X-ray photographing apparatus
(X-RAY OR GAMMA RAY SYSTEMS OR DEVICES : SOURCE SUPPORT : Including object support or positioning : With movable source : With film clamping)
Patent 6027248: Reusable leakproof bottom bag closure
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : For access opening in bag bottom : Including means to facilitate disengagement)
Patent 6027249: Ice cooler jacket
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WALL DETAILS : Multi-layer or ply : Insulated : Zipper)
Patent 6027250: Roller bearing segment for swashplates and other limited-oscillation applications
(BEARINGS : NONJOINT, NONROTATING FULCRUM BEARING :)
Patent 6027251: Bracing structure of rotary rod
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plural bearings one plain and one antifriction : Thrust)
Patent 6027252: Simplified fiber optic receptacle
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure : With additional nonoptical structure)
Patent 6027253: Optical fiber array
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure : At or immediately surrounding an optical fiber end face : Fiber end held in ferrule : Groove-type holding structure : Tube-type holding structure)
Patent 6027254: Opto-electronic hybrid integration platform, optical sub-module, opto-electronic hybrid integration circuit, and process for fabricating
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber to a nonfiber optical device connector : Structure rearward of optical fiber end face to secure additional fiber or cable layers)
Patent 6027255: Bidirectional optical communication module using single optical fiber
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber to a nonfiber optical device connector : Structure rearward of optical fiber end face to secure additional fiber or cable layers)
Patent 6027256: Composite laser diode enclosure and method for making the same
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber to a nonfiber optical device connector : With housing : Fiber permanently fixed after adjustment)
Patent 6027257: Pan and tilt unit
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA SUPPORT : Adjustable support : Having release actuator on support)
Patent 6027258: Steady camera mount system
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA SUPPORT : Adjustable support : Having release actuator on support)
Patent 6027259: Mounting structure for a pressure plate in a camera
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Film restraining means or pressure plate : On camera door : Having actual or simulated handheld weapon structure)
Patent 6027260: Camera shutter and driving device having piezoelectric element for use therewith
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Shutter : Pivoting or rotating blade type : Plural oscillating blades : Blade moves in opposite directions on alternate exposures)
Patent 6027261: Exposure adjusting device for a camera
(PHOTOGRAPHY : CAMERA DETAIL : Diaphragm : Dynamo-electric actuator : Cable release)
Patent 6027262: Resist process method and system
(PHOTOGRAPHY : FLUID-TREATING APPARATUS : Fluid application to one side only of photographic medium : Plate or wafer-type photographic medium : Having doctoring or wiper blade)
Patent 6027263: Covering an area in printed photograph
(PHOTOGRAPHY : RETOUCHING : Photographic medium holding device)
Patent 6027264: Fixtureless, accurate system and assembly method for controlling pen-to-paper spacing in an inkjet printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING ADJUSTMENT FOR OPTIMUM PRINTING PLANE : Delay by storage of next character to be imprinted)
Patent 6027265: Printer having improved print head mechanism and method
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Character formation by impact (e.g., wire matrix) : With signal conditioning : Control of drive force :)
Patent 6027266: Impact printer cassette having noise reduction pads
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : INCLUDING INTERPOSED INKING DEVICE (E.G., RIBBON) FOR RECORD-MEDIUM : Package for ribbon facilitating mounting of ribbon on typewriter (e.g., ribbon cartridge) : Package attached to typewriter : On single spool)
Patent 6027267: Keyboard having key tops with hinges
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : KEY-BOARD OR KEY LEVER-ACTUATING MECHANISM : Including means generating a signal for type selecting or other typing function : Via electrical component (e.g., switch, stylus, etc.) in or with key-board : And a wick for feeding pad from reservoir)
Patent 6027268: Method and apparatus for replacing a printer with a new printer of a different type
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : Including feed of plural record-media arranged side-by-side (e.g., fed independently of platen) : For web record-medium)
Patent 6027269: Discharged sheet stacking apparatus and image forming apparatus
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding sheet from stack or pack holder : And delivering to sheet receiver (e.g., by roller couple) : And gauge for tear-off length)
Patent 6027270: Sheet-fed printing press with postprocessing unit
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding sheet from stack or pack holder : And delivering to sheet receiver (e.g., by roller couple) : And gauge for tear-off length)
Patent 6027271: Capillary writing medium reservoir system
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : CONCENTRATED MATERIAL AND LIQUID CARRIER : Brush, broom or mop)
Patent 6027272: Fluid delivery system
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING MEANS TO APPLY MATERIAL-MOVING FORCE : Including means to collapse flexible wall : Resilient wall or wall portion : Presser bar means : For releasing flexibly-biased keeper)
Patent 6027273: Toothbrush with pressurized toothpaste dispenser
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING MEANS TO APPLY MATERIAL-MOVING FORCE : Including pressurized reservoir (e.g., Aersol) : By one-way means for removing gas from reservoir)
Patent 6027274: Marking instruments
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : MATERIAL FLOWS THROUGH POROUS TOOL : With flow-regulator : Resiliently biased : Pens)
Patent 6027275: Seal for notebook and album rings
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : MISCELLANEOUS : Face member)
Patent 6027276: Scaffolding node
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : LATERALLY RELATED MEMBERS CONNECTED BY LATCH MEANS, E.G., SCAFFOLD CONNECTORS : Externally threaded actuator)
Patent 6027277: Security system
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : FLEXIBLE MEMBER IS JOINT COMPONENT : With separate force-applying means)
Patent 6027278: Wedge-receiving cavity for an anchor body of a post-tension anchor system
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Clamped members : By wedge or cam : Engaged by axial movement)
Patent 6027279: Fixing clamp
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Including discrete retainer : For telescoping members : Transverse pin : Lever actuator)
Patent 6027280: Interlocking paving block with interior illumination capability
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : PAVEMENT : Anti-slip surface : Including reflector)
Patent 6027281: Articulated tractor-paint striper system for two-layer striping
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : PROCESS : In situ treatment of earth or roadway : Sealing cap or filler support)
Patent 6027282: Device and method for controlling the application height of a road finisher
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : PROCESS : In situ treatment of earth or roadway : Sealing cap or filler support)
Patent 6027283: End caps for drainage system
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : DRAINAGE OR IRRIGATION : End cap : At outlet or intake)
Patent 6027284: Method and apparatus for remediation of contaminated soil
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : SOIL REMEDIATION : In situ contaminant removal or stabilization : With treatment : With heat)
Patent 6027285: Mat installation
(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 anchoring of line : By joining successive sections of line)
Patent 6027286: Offshore spar production system and method for creating a controlled tilt of the caisson axis
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : With continuous surface access)
Patent 6027287: System and procedure to transfer a load from a cargo barge to a substructure
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Floatable to site and supported by marine floor : Separable transport means : Compartment in base)
Patent 6027288: Working apparatus for chamfering workpieces
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Means to trim edge : Cutter or work)
Patent 6027289: Lateral movement router guide
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Randomly manipulated, work supported, or work following device : With work follower : To guide tool to move in arcuate path)
Patent 6027290: Structural assembly forming an additional movable deck on a road vehicle
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Wheeled vehicle : Four-wheeled vehicle accommodation : Raised vehicle arrangement : Tiedown*)
Patent 6027291: Stacking apparatus for containers
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Grouped : Group of articles which are, predominantly, regularly contoured; i.e., are rodlike, panel shaped, blocks, or analogous forms : Grouped by load binder or press means : Grouped together with on-and-off base : Higher level deck positioned, then sustained by power cylinder)
Patent 6027292: Expansion anchor with tabs having a changing curvature radius
(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) : Sleeve having external gripping means : Having section retainer)
Patent 6027293: Nut retaining plate
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Fastener, or coaxial adjunct therefor, having sidewardly facing flat or formation engaged by portion of member (e.g., side lock) : Member having opening or notch engaging a bolt head or nut on two sides : Plastically deformable portion)
Patent 6027294: Double nut thread friction locking safety cap device with opposing threads with a captured spring or spring lock washer
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HAVING STRUCTURE TO RESTRICT ROTATION OF THREADED, MATING PIECES (E.G., NUT LOCK) : Structure is coaxial, distinct member (e.g., washer, key, or nut portion) that restricts nut piece : Internally threaded locking member (e.g., jam nut) : Including means associated with at least one of the nuts for restricting rotation therebetween : With means resiliently biasing the nuts apart : Inherently resilient pawl)
Patent 6027295: Lifting system for manufactured and mobile homes
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL TO A POSITION IN THE ERECTION OR REPAIR OF A BUILDING : Boxlike building module manipulating means : For grip force amplification)
Patent 6027296: Front loading data media library import/export mechanism
(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 elevating device, movable in horizontal direction (e.g., portable, etc.), having load-sustaining surface : Device includes push-pull mechanism)
Patent 6027297: Material handling trailer system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : WHEELED, LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND EXTERNAL MEANS FOR SUPPORTING VEHICLE IN TOTO AND REORIENTING IT INTO LOAD-RELEASING ATTITUDE : Pivotably movable structure, at least initially in underlying relation to vehicle : Including movable element to clamp vehicle to framework)
Patent 6027298: Method and apparatus for business forms processing
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD-TRANSPORTING TYPE VEHICLE AND EXTERNAL MEANS COOPERATING IN THE LOADING OR UNLOADING THEREOF : Power-driven conveyor for loading a wheeled vehicle : Including load pushing or pulling device)
Patent 6027299: Adapter and method for emptying rear end loading waste containers using front loading waste vehicles
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : For emptying contents thereof into portable receiving means : Having receiving means mounted on wheeled vehicle : Device includes vertically swinging arm and receptacle support pivotably attached thereto : With bucket or scoop-type holder)
Patent 6027300: Side-loading refuse vehicle
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : For emptying contents thereof into portable receiving means : Having receiving means mounted on wheeled vehicle : Device includes vertically swinging arm and receptacle support pivotably attached thereto : With bucket or scoop-type holder)
Patent 6027301: Semiconductor wafer testing apparatus with a combined wafer alignment/wafer recognition station
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Nongravity type : Ejector : Receptacle unloaded while in motion)
Patent 6027302: Clamp force control for load-handling device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ELEVATOR OR HOIST AND LOADING OR UNLOADING MEANS THEREFOR : Grab : Cantilevered type (e.g., industrial truck, etc.) : Movable rigid jaw clamping type : Movable to feeding position over carrier)
Patent 6027303: Non-counterweighted lift truck and method of operation
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ELEVATOR OR HOIST AND LOADING OR UNLOADING MEANS THEREFOR : Return, buffer, or counterweight feature : Carrier comprises swingable or rotatable, load-underlying surface)
Patent 6027304: High pressure inlet bleed heat system for the compressor of a turbine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH DIVERSELY ORIENTED INLET OR ADDITIONAL INLET FOR DIVERSE FLUID (E.G., HEATING, COOLING OR MIXED WORKING FLUID, ETC.) : For shaft sealing, packing, lubricating or bearing means)
Patent 6027305: Method and apparatus for reducing high-cycle fatigue and suppressing noise in rotating machinery
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SOUND OR VIBRATORY WAVE ABSORBING OR PREVENTING MEANS OR ARRANGEMENT : Diverse fluids to motor)
Patent 6027306: Turbine blade tip flow discouragers
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade edge and static part : Labyrinth seal : On same radial plane with blade)
Patent 6027307: Fan and shroud assembly adopting the fan
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade edge and static part : Labyrinth seal : On same radial plane with blade)
Patent 6027309: Free-standing overhead fan apparatus
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH ILLUMINATION MEANS :)
Patent 6027310: Ceiling fan with easy installation features
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC WORKING MEMBER MOUNT : Distally supported on radial arm : Thimble or sleeve fixed on impeller blade)
Patent 6027311: Orifice controlled bypass system for a high pressure air compressor system
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 6027312: Hydraulic pressure supply pump with simultaneous directly actuated plungers
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)
Patent 6027313: Gas assisted fluid delivery system
(PUMPS : ONE FLUID PUMPED BY CONTACT OR ENTRAINMENT WITH ANOTHER : Aerated column : Valved gas inlet : Valve biased open by static pressure of pumped fluid : Sensing element controls pilot valve)
Patent 6027314: Pneumatically powered submersible fluids pump with casing activator
(PUMPS : ONE FLUID PUMPED BY CONTACT OR ENTRAINMENT WITH ANOTHER : Liquid pumped by supplying or exhausting gaseous motive fluid to or from pumping chamber : With float actuated control means : Control of motive fluid inlet (e.g., atmosphere, etc.) : With control of motive fluid outlet : Sequential starting or stopping of pumps)
Patent 6027315: Inlet control valve for compressors
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Inlet throttle or stop valve : Centrifugally actuated)
Patent 6027316: Air pump capable of inflating an inflatable object regardless of air pressure level in the inflatable object
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Pressure responsive relief or bypass valve : Plural bypass or relief paths)
Patent 6027317: Scroll type machine
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary expansible chamber pump : Helical pumping member having planetary movement (e.g., scroll) : Motor mounted below pump)
Patent 6027318: Magnetically driven pump
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Pump magnetically coupled to rotary drive : Relatively movable pumping members)
Patent 6027319: Compact manual air pump having selectable high volume and high pressure modes
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Having separate noncyclic valve (e.g., bypass, etc.) : Rotary expansible chamber pump)
Patent 6027320: Fluid compressor with movable hose reel assembly
(PUMPS : MISCELLANEOUS : Having pumping chamber pressure responsive distributor)
Patent 6027321: Scroll-type compressor having an axially displaceable scroll plate
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : METHODS :)
Patent 6027322: Method and apparatus for adjusting the rotors of a rotary screw compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : METHODS :)
Patent 6027323: Hydraulic vane machine
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : POSITIVELY ACTUATED VANE : Spring biased : With fluid bias : With roller)
Patent 6027324: Apparatus for production of three dimensional objects by stereolithography
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : MEANS APPLYING ELECTRICAL OR WAVE ENERGY DIRECTLY TO WORK : Radiated energy : Element is means determining product size)
Patent 6027325: Machines for manufacturing hollow objects in thermoplastic materials
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH APPARATUS ASSEMBLY OR DISMANTLING MEANS OR WITH IDLE PART : For extrusion or injection type shaping means : Including securing means retaining separable elements : With timer for molding material preheat period)
Patent 6027326: Freeforming objects with low-binder slurry
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PATTERN CONTROL OF TRAVEL FOR A FORMING MEANS (E.G., DEPOSITING, ETC.) : Roll and coacting stationary shaping surface)
Patent 6027327: Apparatus for manufacturing lockable thermoplastic containers
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SHAPING SURFACE INCLUDING MEANS TO RELEASE OR REMOVE PRODUCT FROM SHAPING SURFACE : By means releasing article from interiorly placed shaping surface : Plural female molds)
Patent 6027328: Apparatus for injection-molding plastic material items
(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 preform severing means movable relative to mold : Cooling means for female mold)
Patent 6027329: Platen having internal spring-like characteristics for preventing deformation of mold mounting face during clamping operations
(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 close mold : Screw feeder)
Patent 6027330: Low NO.sub.x fuel gas burner
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Flame shaping, or distributing components in combustion zone :)
Patent 6027331: Burner for operating a heat generator
(COMBUSTION : FUEL DISPERSER INSTALLED IN FURNACE : Plural feed means extending to common wall opening of furnace : Duct with air whirling means surrounds disperser : Longitudinally adjacent rows)
Patent 6027332: Low pollution burner for oil-well tests
(COMBUSTION : STRUCTURAL INSTALLATION : Structure surrounding annulus guides combustion air to perforations)
Patent 6027333: Radiant tube burner
(COMBUSTION : HEATED LINE SECTION FEEDS FLAME HOLDER : Distinct exhaust products line heats feed line : Fuel surface is film descending from elevated structure)
Patent 6027334: Evaporation burner for a heater
(COMBUSTION : BURNER HAVING ELECTRICAL HEATER OR IGNITER : Adjacent exposed liquid fuel surface on fuel support : Capillary fuel holder : Basin encompasses vertical heated line section)
Patent 6027335: Pilot assembly
(COMBUSTION : BURNER HAVING ELECTRICAL HEATER OR IGNITER : Spark electrode in front of or adjacent fuel discharger : Spark circuit includes feed terminus : Resistance type heater or igniter)
Patent 6027336: Gas burner for a heating furnace
(COMBUSTION : MIXER AND FLAME HOLDER : Tubular member delineates flame)
Patent 6027337: Oxidation oven
(HEATING : HAVING FLUID CURTAIN AT CHAMBER PORT OR WORK PATH : Installed on internal combustion engine element)
Patent 6027338: Furnace and method for firing ceramics
(HEATING : TUMBLER-TYPE ROTARY - DRUM FURNACE : Having heat emitting tube or flue within or traversing shaft chamber)
Patent 6027339: Ring furnace with central tubular flow
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Combustion products heat work by contact : Distinct combustion chamber feeds work chamber : Multiple perforate wall, floor or roof for combustion feed or exit : Spaced alternating or successive chamber exhausts feed plural regenerators)
Patent 6027340: Orthodontic appliance for correcting class III malocclusion
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Means to transmit or apply force to tooth : Acting between upper and lower teeth : Separable securing means)
Patent 6027341: Dental cavity conditioning
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)
Patent 6027342: Motion platform assembly for flight and vehicle simulation
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VEHICLE OPERATOR INSTRUCTION OR TESTING : Flight vehicle : Tiltable or turnable ground trainer : Propulsion means or accessory)
Patent 6027343: Touch controlled multiple functional terrestrial globe
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : GEOGRAPHY : Terrestrial globe or accessory therefor : Braille writing slate)
Patent 6027344: Simulant training kit for recognizing hazardous materials
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : OCCUPATION : Geometry, trigonometry, or physical mathematic model structure)
Patent 6027345: Matrix-type electrical connector
(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 6027346: Membrane-supported contactor for semiconductor test
(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 6027347: Process and arrangement for connecting a plurality of mutually remote electric contact points
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Flexible panel : Automotive junction box)
Patent 6027348: Grounding plate for an IC card connector apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)
Patent 6027349: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Direct grounding of coupling part member passing into aperture : Portion of connector beneath conductive sheath)
Patent 6027350: Ejecting mechanism for card cartridge connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)
Patent 6027351: 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 6027352: Electrical interconnection assembly with pivotal end connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COMPRISING COUPLING PART OF INDETERMINATE LENGTH LATERALLY OF CONNECTION : Included in prefabricated building panel (e.g., floor, ceiling, wall) : Encompassing wire)
Patent 6027353: Connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ALTERNATIVELY CONNECTED : To receive contact from first direction or from second axially distinct direction : Receptacle for prong of first lateral dimension or for prong of second lateral dimension)
Patent 6027354: High temperature test fixture
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TAP BETWEEN NORMALLY ENGAGED COUPLING PARTS : To receive contact from first direction or from second axially distinct direction)
Patent 6027355: Socket apparatus for removably loading electric parts
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Expandable, prong receiving socket : For dual inline coupling part, e.g., DIP)
Patent 6027356: Connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Expandable, prong receiving socket : For dual inline coupling part, e.g., DIP)
Patent 6027357: Electrical connector having metal latch
(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 6027358: Card edge connector with board retention means
(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 6027359: Structure for preventing looseness of an electrical 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 : Resilient finger : Rearwardly extending finger)
Patent 6027360: Junction block bracket for floating connector attachment
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Retaining means comprising helically threaded member : Parallel to connection : Passing centrally through coupling part : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)
Patent 6027361: Insulation displacement contact and a terminal strip or module and a series terminal comprising at least one insulation displacement contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Adapter)
Patent 6027362: Connection device for high-density parallel wire assemblies
(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 6027363: Electrical connector for flat flexible circuitry
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Curved conductor path : Distinct cable attached enlargement means)
Patent 6027364: Connector fitting construction with side ribs and corresponding side rib-receiving portions
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Including bale or loop)
Patent 6027365: Test card receptacle and header
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Including bale or loop)
Patent 6027366: Flat cable, connection device therefor and electric circuit apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Indicator light)
Patent 6027367: Electrical-installation system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With shield, ground conductor or ground commoning means : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)
Patent 6027368: Connector assembly having a universal mounting bracket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Interfitting with channel or double rail : And including electrical contact for load bearing)
Patent 6027369: Hingeable wiring block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Interfitting with channel or double rail : And including electrical contact for load bearing)
Patent 6027370: Mechanism for arranging different I/O connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Stacked right-angle connector for use on printed circuit board (i.e., PCB) : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)
Patent 6027371: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Having resilient means engaging panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder)
Patent 6027372: Electric connector fixing device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Comprising or for use with supporting panel : Directly attached to panel by elongated fastener in tension (e.g., rivet, bolt or screw) : For permanent attachment to panel, e.g., by welding)
Patent 6027373: Electrical connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)
Patent 6027374: Electrical connector with hinged cover for a vehicle side fitting panel
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Coupling part housing hinged for coupling part assembly : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)
Patent 6027375: Electrical connection device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 6027376: Connector for integrated circuit chip
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Two or more plural-contact coupling parts combined in one integral unit : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board)
Patent 6027377: Plug terminal mounting arrangement of an electric plug for a trailer
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Having additional resilient member cooperating with contact to increase grip on contact of mating plug)
Patent 6027378: Combined-type connector
(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 6027379: Rail-mounted terminal blocks having lateral bridging contacts
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Modular or multipart insulating body : Modular insulating block or board : Lamp-receiving socket)
Patent 6027380: Locking means for electronic modules
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Modular or multipart insulating body : Modular insulating block or board : With support track for receiving plural insulating blocks or boards : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))
Patent 6027381: Insert molded compression connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by heat-molding or cold-deforming insulation or by casting, welding, or cementing : Screw-threaded contact having mutilated, irregular, interrupted, or discontinuous screw thread)
Patent 6027382: Fastening arrangement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Single operator for securing and joining plural conductors : Single screw-threaded operator : Conductors secured in direct contact with one another : Screw axis intersects axes of conductors joined parallel to one another : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)
Patent 6027383: Marine ducted propeller jet propulsion unit
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)
Patent 6027384: Four-cycle engine for a small jet boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Having transmission : Cage or screen)
Patent 6027385: Exhaust system for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Lubricant for engine : Supporting strut)
Patent 6027386: Combination paddle and water syringe
(MARINE PROPULSION : OAR OR PADDLE : Wheellike)
Patent 6027387: Universal kayak accessory paddle mounting bracket
(MARINE PROPULSION : OAR OR PADDLE : Support : Having gear)
Patent 6027388: Lithographic structure and method for making field emitters
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 6027389: Production of ceramic tubes for metal halide lamps
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Arc tube making, e.g., fluorescent lamp : With sealing)
Patent 6027390: Frit-sealing apparatus for cathode-ray tube
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Hermetically assembling plural parts : CRT : CRT mask mounting)
Patent 6027391: CD ROM model kit and method of use
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Glider : Having longitudinally folded or creased fuselage : Resiliently biased projector)
Patent 6027392: Amusement device for collecting and storing secrets
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Including container or storing toy parts : Diverse article is container, holder, or support)
Patent 6027393: Recreational foam float with squirting device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AQUATIC : Movable picture portion)
Patent 6027394: One way valve for inflatables and process for production and incorporation in the inflatable
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFLATABLE : Having check valve : Rollable or having plural rotating bladed members)
Patent 6027395: Touch-responsive self-powered carrier and plush figure
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Rollable : Pivoted figure having center of gravity below pivot axis : Including wheel-driven mechanism for moving figure portion : Including holding means)
Patent 6027396: Brassieres for reducing breast cancer
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Closable aperture permits access to breast i.e., nursing type : With means providing girthwise elasticity for brassiere)
Patent 6027397: Dual element lapping guide system
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL :)
Patent 6027398: Wafer polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)
Patent 6027399: Clean grinding system
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Floor surfacing machine : Rotary disk tool : Lens abrader)
Patent 6027400: Supporter for sanding device
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Rotary tool supporter : Floor or bench stand : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 6027401: Headstock of a polishing machine
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Hydraulically actuated)
Patent 6027402: Cosmetic file/buffer with microencapsulated treatment substances
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Laminate : Sectional)
Patent 6027403: Crop remover assembly
(BUTCHERING : VISCERA PROCESSING : Gripper or hook type eviscerator : Opener)
Patent 6027404: Poultry thigh deboner with movable stripper
(BUTCHERING : DEBONING : Pressure type : Hand-held tool)
Patent 6027405: Carcass splitting apparatus
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : Cutting longitudinally through body or body portion (i.e., splitters) : Of subdivision into portions)
Patent 6027406: Centrifugal fan unit with vertical rotation axis
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : With air pump : Plural blades pivoting along parallel axes)
Patent 6027407: Replaceable components for combines
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : SEPARATOR : Axial : With axial flow to opposed ends)
Patent 6027408: Interactive probe game
(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 6027409: Children's reclineable swing seat
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Water slide)
Patent 6027410: Quick coupling cue stick
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Hand attached or engaged by hand in vicinity of cue supporting portion)
Patent 6027411: Automatic bowling pin setter or skittle setter machine
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Handling of pin or pin representation : Pin setter : Foul)
Patent 6027412: Bowling ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Ball : With weight block : With wooden component)
Patent 6027413: Golf club swing training method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice device attachable to body : Attachable to hips, torso, or waist : Spans elbow)
Patent 6027414: Golf club with aerodynamic shaft and head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Air resistance device (e.g., airfoil, etc.) : Audible indicator)
Patent 6027415: Set of iron golf clubs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated head characteristic : Mass distribution : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)
Patent 6027416: Hollow, metallic golf club head with relieved sole and dendritic structure
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Hollow body : Having particular sole plate)
Patent 6027417: Method for improving golf play utilizing a golf distance indicator and stroke recording device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club selection, ball direction, or distance indicating aid : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)
Patent 6027418: Portable folding basketball goal system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.) : Goal or target is elevated and horizontally disposed (e.g., for basketball, etc.) : Backboard or support structure therefor : Suspension movable in horizontal plane)
Patent 6027419: Method of tensioning the strings in a racquet
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Racket or paddle; accessory therefor (e.g., a tennis racket, tennis racket press, etc.) : With adjustable string-tensioning means : Blade having means to enhance friction upon impacted projectile (e.g., to enhance English upon projectile, etc.))
Patent 6027420: Sports racket having a frame with discontinuous boundary
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Racket or paddle; accessory therefor (e.g., a tennis racket, tennis racket press, etc.) : Having string mounting feature other than mere through-holes lying in string plane : Of handle or grip)
Patent 6027421: Archery arrow tuning, practice, and field point
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Attached tether, streamer, or the like has means adapted to be held by, carried by, or attached to person)
Patent 6027422: Switching synchronous apparatus for four wheel drive vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : With means to limit overspeed of one output (e.g., lock-up clutch) : Nonplanetary transmission is disc and wheel)
Patent 6027423: Arrangement for mounting a pinion gear within a housing of a differential assembly
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : With roller bearing between gear and its support : With roller bearing between output gear and shaft)
Patent 6027424: High and low gear short transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Sun braked : And lock-up clutch : Friction clutch : Plate clutch : Plate clutch)
Patent 6027425: Vehicle motive force control system
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Fluid pressure control : Ratio change controlled : With electric valve control :)
Patent 6027426: Neutral sensing and shift lever interlock assembly for a vehicular transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine starting interlock : Temperature control)
Patent 6027427: Hydraulic control systems for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Shift valve control : Plural shift valves : Electric control)
Patent 6027428: Automated method and apparatus for providing real time personal physical fitness instruction
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control :)
Patent 6027429: Variable resistance exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control : Amount of resistance :)
Patent 6027430: Exercise methods and apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Grip)
Patent 6027431: Exercise methods and apparatus with an adjustable crank
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))
Patent 6027432: Exercise bicycle
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 6027433: Multi-function exercise apparatus that utilizes a single cable pulley 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 : Entire body)
Patent 6027434: Device for relieving leg cramps
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing force resistance generated by user only : Resilient component attached to stationary support)
Patent 6027435: Freestanding punching bag
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Swivelled foot platform : Body inversion)
Patent 6027436: Method of and apparatus for machining web-shaped workpiece and apparatus for processing scrap
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : With cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading : And form-scoring : Reciprocatory cutting, breaking, tearing, abrading, or form-scoring tool : Severing of web into blanks :)
Patent 6027437: Method of producing a package, particularly for packaging products, and package formed using such a method
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : With extruding, drawing, or attenuating : Including folding)
Patent 6027438: Method and apparatus for manufacturing a fluid pouch
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Including heat sealing : Including supplying indeterminate length work : And cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading : At separate station from heat sealing : With means to advance work or product : Rotary form)
Patent 6027439: Two-piece paperboard lids having spiral-wound side wall and non-circular geometries, and methods of making the same
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : TUBE MAKING : With cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading : Severing of formed tube to length : By work engaging applicator)
Patent 6027440: Pneumatic sheet material hold down conveyor system
(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 : Rotary folder)
Patent 6027441: Systems and methods providing a liquid-primed, single flow access chamber
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : PROCESS : Having bowls spaced along common axis of rotation)
Patent 6027442: Urethra control device
(SURGERY : BODY INSERTED URINARY OR COLONIC INCONTINENT DEVICE OR TREATMENT (E.G., ARTIFICIAL SPHINCTERS, ETC.) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.))
Patent 6027443: Apparatus and method for human artificial insemination and embryo transplanting
(SURGERY : REPRODUCTION AND FERTILIZATION TECHNIQUES : Retention means)
Patent 6027444: Vibrator
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))
Patent 6027445: Method for flushing and calibrating a sensor in a body fluid analysis system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test :)
Patent 6027446: Pubic arch detection and interference assessment in transrectal ultrasound guided prostate cancer therapy
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)
Patent 6027447: Phase and/or amplitude aberration correction for imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)
Patent 6027448: Ultrasonic transducer and method for harmonic imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)
Patent 6027449: Ultrasonometer employing distensible membranes
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : One-dimensional anatomic display or measurement : Electronic array scanning)
Patent 6027450: Treating a totally or near totally occluded lumen
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Blood flow studies)
Patent 6027451: Method and apparatus for fixing the anatomical orientation of a displayed ultrasound generated image
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)
Patent 6027452: Rapid non-invasive blood pressure measuring device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)
Patent 6027453: Blood pressure monitoring apparatus and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)
Patent 6027454: Ophthalmodynamometer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Ophthalmodynamometer : Pressure transducer structure)
Patent 6027455: Blood pressure estimating apparatus and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)
Patent 6027456: Apparatus and method for positioning spinal cord stimulation leads
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sensitivity to electric stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)
Patent 6027457: Apparatus and method for securing tissue during ultrasound examination and biopsy
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Locating acupuncture points)
Patent 6027458: Device for taking a tissue sample
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)
Patent 6027459: Method and apparatus for obtaining blood for diagnostic tests
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Wiping or dabbing)
Patent 6027460: Rotatable intravascular apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)
Patent 6027461: Infusion guidewire having fixed core wire and flexible radiopaque marker
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)
Patent 6027462: Method and apparatus for deflecting a screw-in-lead
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)
Patent 6027463: Music massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Obstetric)
Patent 6027464: Sleeping and therapy system with a person hydraulically supported by immersion in water
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Flexible membrane caused to move by fluid pressure : Belt supported)
Patent 6027465: Method of immobilizing a body member using a composite article
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Shaped or shapeable :)
Patent 6027466: Adjustable orthopedic device joint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : With hinge or pivot : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))
Patent 6027467: Cervical orthosis
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Neck : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))
Patent 6027468: Walking brace with enhanced shock absorbency
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 6027469: Disinfecting system for hemodialysis apparatus
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Body treating material fed to absorbent material)
Patent 6027470: Punctum plug and method for inserting the same into the punctual opening
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : Body inserted tubular conduit structure)
Patent 6027471: Apparatus for applying a hemostatic agent onto a tissue
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Means for placing solid treating material in body : Means for ejecting solid from holder : Requiring puncture of medicant package)
Patent 6027472: Mixing and delivery syringe 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 : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : Closure or barrier between compartments moved to permit mixing : Septum)
Patent 6027473: Handle for steerable DMR 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 : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With means to advance or steer catheter, excluding remotely controlled devices : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands)
Patent 6027474: Hydraulic exchange 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 : Conduit with self-propelled or remote control means : Closure moved by relative movement between closure and separate protruding member)
Patent 6027475: Catheter shaft with an oblong transverse cross-section
(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 6027476: Methods and systems for performing thoracoscopic coronary bypass and other 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 : 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 6027477: Catheter with multilayer tube
(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 reinforcing means (e.g., reinforcing coil, etc.) : Particular surface characteristics (e.g., rib, groove, corrugation, etc.))
Patent 6027478: Nasal cavity drainage and stoppage system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having aperture in conduit proximal of inflated means : Axially spaced balloons)
Patent 6027479: Medical apparatus incorporating pressurized supply of storage liquid
(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 6027480: Catheter introducer
(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 means on body entering conduit to facilitate longitudinal tearing of conduit : With threaded drive means)
Patent 6027481: Prefillable syringe
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Means for metering material flow to or from body)
Patent 6027483: Web materials exhibiting elastic-like behavior
(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 6027484: Pant diaper or sanitary panty having a detachably connected front part
(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.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : Reinforcing means)
Patent 6027485: Retaining fastener and diaper using the fastener
(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.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By fabric strip fastener element (e.g., hook and loop type fastener) : With release means associated with tab fastner)
Patent 6027486: Interactive angioplasty
(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 6027487: Low profile infusion 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 : 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 :)
Patent 6027488: Flow-through electroporation system for ex vivo gene therapy
(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 : Introduction of biologically derived compounds (i.e., growth hormones or blood products) including cells : Requiring puncture of medicant package)
Patent 6027489: Device for the connection in a sterile environment of a peritoneal catheter to a dialysis liquid drain or feed tube
(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 6027490: Contaminated medical waste disposal system and method
(SURGERY : MEANS OR METHOD FOR FACILITATING REMOVAL OF NON THERAPEUTIC MATERIAL FROM BODY : 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.))
Patent 6027491: Self-administration device for liquid drugs
(SURGERY : CONTROLLED RELEASE THERAPEUTIC DEVICE OR SYSTEM : Implanted dynamic device or system :)
Patent 6027492: Method for providing access to a vein as well as device for performing the method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application :)
Patent 6027493: Device and method for the removal of body substances
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic :)
Patent 6027494: Ablatement designed for dark adaptability
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic : Recurving or reshaping of the eye :)
Patent 6027495: Method and apparatus for dermatology treatment
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)
Patent 6027496: Removal of stratum corneum by means of light
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)
Patent 6027497: TMR energy delivery system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Placed in body : With optical fiber :)
Patent 6027498: Control of life support systems
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : With optical fiber : With optical fiber)
Patent 6027499: Method and apparatus for cryogenic spray ablation of gastrointestinal mucosa
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cyrogenic application : With coolant supply : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens))
Patent 6027500: Cardiac ablation system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)
Patent 6027501: Electrosurgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
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