Patents 6059477 - 6059729

 

 

Patent 6059477: Nib for a marking pen and method of forming the same
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : MATERIAL FLOWS THROUGH POROUS TOOL : Wick feed from within reservoir to tool : Wick separate from tool : Pens)

Patent 6059478: Binder with elastic gusset
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : DEPOSITORY (E.G., BINDER COVER, ETC.) : Collapsible on base)

Patent 6059479: Pop-out electrode assembly
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : STRUCTURALLY INSTALLED IN DIVERSE ART DEVICE : Means to lock bolt or nut when other is turned)

Patent 6059480: Composite stud
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ARTICULATED MEMBERS : Pivoted : Universal ball and socket : Composite ball : Stud extends into ball : Retainer extends through aligned recesses)

Patent 6059481: Device for the guidance in rectilinear translation of an object that is mobile in relation to a fixed object
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : FLEXIBLY CONNECTED RIGID MEMBERS : Mutually contacting)

Patent 6059482: Bolted connector for connecting beams to columns
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ROD END TO TRANSVERSE SIDE OF MEMBER : Flange on rod bolted to side : Clamped member)

Patent 6059483: Sealed joint for a multi-component injection molded automotive lamp assembly
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MOLDED JOINT : Including mechanical interlock : Clamped member)

Patent 6059484: Guide wire introducer assembly with guide wire grip and release means
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : DISTINCT END COUPLER : Plural opposed sockets : Axially biased end portions)

Patent 6059485: Coupling for parallelepiped-shaped mounting components for chucking workpieces
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MANUALLY RELEASEABLE LATCH TYPE : Having operating mechanism : Blocked key)

Patent 6059486: Flat key washer
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Non-circular rod section is joint component : For interfitted side faces)

Patent 6059487: Vehicle barrier system
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC STEERING DEVICE OR BARRIER : Street or curb inlet for surface drainage)

Patent 6059488: Raised road marker
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC DIRECTOR : Attenuated lane marker type : Distinct biasing means recessed in roadway)

Patent 6059489: Road finisher
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With means for profile shaping, e.g., crown : Applied to existing hard surface)

Patent 6059490: Hydraulic energy dissipating offset stepped spillway and methods of constructing and using the same
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Flow control : Artificial water barrier (e.g., dam, levee, etc.) : Having spillway : Vertical)

Patent 6059491: Portable barrier
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Flow control : Artificial water barrier (e.g., dam, levee, etc.) : Hollow or buttressed : With ballast compartment or cavity : With lift mechanism or latch)

Patent 6059492: Cutting tool assembly and replaceable cutting head for use therein
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL OF SPECIFIC DIVERSE MATERIAL : Relative motion of splined shaft and tool-support causing release of tool from operating position)

Patent 6059493: Manual machine tool with tool holder and appropriate tool
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : Including detailed shank : Axially spaced)

Patent 6059494: Tool bit monitoring system for machine tools
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : With means to protect operative or machine (e.g., guard, safety device, etc.) : Including infeeding)

Patent 6059495: Engraving apparatus
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Including means to infeed rotary cutter toward work : With work holder : In response to work condition)

Patent 6059496: All-terrain vehicle safety rack system
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Wheeled vehicle : Four-wheeled vehicle accommodation : Vehicle retainer* : Ramp becomes vehicle sustainer)

Patent 6059497: Air suspension apparatus for protecting a vehicle suspension and chassis during transport or storage
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD BEARER ACCOMMODATION : Cushioned accommodation : Including load bearer cushioning means)

Patent 6059498: Line tensioning apparatus and method
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Wraparound : Including tightener or tensioner : Project-retract mounting)

Patent 6059499: Retractable cargo securement strap
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Anchor : Including winch or tensioner : Project-retract mounting)

Patent 6059500: Arrangement and method for detecting a fatigue fracture of a bolted connection caused by overstressing
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : WITH MEANS TO INDICATE APPLICATION OF PREDETERMINED STRESS-STRAIN : Including gauge means : Deformable washer)

Patent 6059501: Locking ring device
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Member or portion thereof located between substructure and inwardly facing surface of bolt head or nut : Member comprises washer formed as closed loop or apertured plate or as split ring : Closed loop having plural variations in the profile of a contact surface or a peripheral edge thereof : Cross section other than rectangular)

Patent 6059502: Plastic nut for connecting panel-like parts
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : THREADED FASTENER LOCKED TO A DISCREET STRUCTURE (E.G., PLATE, RAIL, WHEEL) : Nut, and means to engage substructure on its opposite faces for retaining nut at aperture therein, formed as unitary component : Fastener having a deformable portion or deforms substructure (e.g., prong) : Nut assembled to substructure utilizing cooperating regions on both : Nonmetallic nut, resiliently deformed during assembly : Each twisted about its radial axis)

Patent 6059503: Captivated fastener assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HEADED FASTENER ELEMENT WITH NUT, WASHER, SECURING MEANS OR CAP : Metallic resilient securing means : Retainer ring : Securing means rotatable and axially movable, e.g., wear takeup means, etc.)

Patent 6059504: Binding device
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Edge binding apparatus : Perforated sheet binder : Wire comb applier :)

Patent 6059505: Device for forming a loose-leaf holder and the loose-leaf holder formed thereby
(BOOKBINDING: PROCESS AND APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Edge binding apparatus : Perforated sheet binder : Wire comb applier :)

Patent 6059506: Force feedback and texture simulating interface device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ARTICLE MANIPULATOR MOVES ANALOGOUS WITH HUMAN HAND, FINGER, OR ARM MOVEMENT : Electric or fluid motor drive for manipulator : Having means to transmit feedback signal from manipulator means to hand, finger, or arm :)

Patent 6059507: Substrate processing apparatus with small batch load lock
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : Discharging of chamber by gravity, and means beyond exit thereof to guide, move, or stop material)

Patent 6059508: Commissioning installation
(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.) : Inclined members : With means to detect obstruction and alter movement of charging or discharging means)

Patent 6059509: Library storage module with cartridge pass-through system
(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 6059510: Device for feeding electric components to an assembly automaton
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Means comprises stationary guide or fixed anchor for cooperating with loading or unloading means located, at least in part, on wheeled vehicle)

Patent 6059511: Residential front loading refuse collection 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 6059512: Lifting and moving apparatus
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : With load-receiving portion, or significant section thereof, pivotable relative to horizontal : Two wheel, manually propelled vehicle pivotable about axis of wheels (e.g., hand truck, etc.) and provided with attendant-operated, load-handling means : Comprising driven conveyor)

Patent 6059513: Pull-type rear ejector wagon
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Conveyor : Comprising load-engaging element reciprocably movable parallel to generally horizontal load-supporting component of vehicle for ejecting load therefrom : Pusher moved by ram actuated by fluid pressure : Connected to ram actuated by fluid pressure)

Patent 6059514: Method and apparatus for slipsheet palletizing of merchandise units
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ELEVATOR OR HOIST AND LOADING OR UNLOADING MEANS THEREFOR : Comprising device on carrier to move or carry load laterally thereto or therefrom : Push-pull device : Carrier and guide supported cooperating elements)

Patent 6059515: Hand truck having tines and an arm for separating flakes from bales of hay and like material
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Hay retainers : Spring)

Patent 6059516: Universally tiltable Z axis drive arm
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : HORIZONTALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Swinging about pivot : Moving pivot : Pivot swinging about second pivot : With fixed jaw member)

Patent 6059517: End effector assembly for inclusion in a system for producing uniform deposits on a wafer
(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 6059518: Method and apparatus for uniformly orienting shafts with dissimilar ends
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : ARTICLE REORIENTING DEVICE : Including aligning structure (e.g., rollers and rails, dovetail joint, rod and channel))

Patent 6059519: Container palletiser
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : Sequentially forms or adds completed layers : Layers)

Patent 6059520: Process of loading rolls of roofing material onto a pallet
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Orienter having article-supporting surface movable relative to article)

Patent 6059521: Transport and distribution of ship-borne goods units
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Of loading or unloading marine system : Of stacking)

Patent 6059522: Compressor stall diagnostics and avoidance
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : METHOD OF OPERATION :)

Patent 6059523: Containment system for containing blade burst
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : INCLUDING DESTRUCTIBLE, FUSIBLE, OR DEFORMABLE NON-REUSABLE PART : Axial flow runner)

Patent 6059524: Penetration resistant fan casing for a turbine engine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : INCLUDING DESTRUCTIBLE, FUSIBLE, OR DEFORMABLE NON-REUSABLE PART : Axial flow runner)

Patent 6059525: Low strain shroud for a turbine technical field
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN RUNNER PORTION AND STATIC PART : Between blade edge and static part : Axial flow blade set and area for collecting moisture or liquid thrown radially outward)

Patent 6059526: Brush seal
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : BEARING, SEAL, OR LINER BETWEEN SHAFT OR SHAFT SLEEVE AND STATIC PART : Seal : Resiliently biased : Fixed between radially separate surfaces)

Patent 6059527: Lifting systems for use with vehicles
(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 : Carrier comprises movable component of load-receiving portion (e.g., tailgate, section of floor, etc.) : Elevator with laterally shiftable guides)

Patent 6059528: Electronic propeller control system
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO NON-CYCLIC CONDITION SENSING, CENTRIFUGAL ACTUATION, TORQUE OR THRUST : Impeller rotation speed responsive : Including pitch lock or adjustable stop : Biased to position by weight of parts)

Patent 6059529: Turbine blade assembly with cooling air handling device
(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 6059530: Twin rib turbine blade
(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 : Flow exhausted to working fluid : Arcuate planar folding of working surface)

Patent 6059531: Impeller and fan blade attachment assembly
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC WORKING MEMBER MOUNT : Blade received in well or slot : Having blade locking means : Non-turbo machine : Adjustable blade or part)

Patent 6059532: Axial flow turbo-machine fan blade having shifted tip center of gravity axis
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Turbo machine : Ceramic material)

Patent 6059533: Damped blade having a single coating of vibration-damping material
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Coating, specific composition or characteristic : Ceramic material : Concentric or circular ribs)

Patent 6059534: Control system for hydraulic drive
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : With control of pump drive transmission : Pumps in parallel flow paths with common inflow or outflow)

Patent 6059535: Pump with air purging and self-cleaning features
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Responsive to accumulation of pumped liquid in receiver : Fluid and motor controls separately responsive to diverse conditions)

Patent 6059536: Emergency shutdown system for a water-circulating pump
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : Responsive to pump fluid pressure : Controlling motive fluid or drive motor)

Patent 6059537: Aircraft fuel pump with centrifugal pump and regenerative pump stages
(PUMPS : DIVERSE PUMPS : Including rotary nonexpansible chamber type : Preceding diverse pump : Pressure controlled overflow)

Patent 6059538: Control valve for variable displacement compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : With sump pressure actuation : By movable conduit or conduit wall (e.g., combining tube))

Patent 6059539: Sub-sea pumping system and associated method including pressure compensating arrangement for cooling and lubricating
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF COOLANT OR LUBRICANT : Ram type)

Patent 6059540: Lubrication means for a scroll-type fluid displacement apparatus
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Inlet throttle or stop valve : Centrifugally actuated)

Patent 6059541: Air inlet cover for portable blower/vacuum
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Inlet throttle or stop valve : Centrifugally actuated)

Patent 6059542: Structure of an air compressor
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Including means for facilitating assembly or disassembly of pump to or from motor or fixed support : Pump within armature)

Patent 6059543: Pump appliance, in particular for a tank system of an internal combustion engine
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Fluid motor : Common pumping and motor working member : Collapsible common member : Diaphragm : Pressure responsive)

Patent 6059544: Identification system for a surgical cassette
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member : Plural spaced engagement members or member portions : Cassette : Opposed pumping member faces (e.g., double acting))

Patent 6059545: Fuel pump control valve assembly
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Electrically or magnetically actuated distributor : Having coextensive distributor opposite pumping member end face)

Patent 6059546: Contractile actuated bellows pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Plural pumping chambers : Chambers formed at opposite ends of rectilinearly moving pumping member : Unitary element movable about an axis)

Patent 6059547: Cylinder injection high-pressure fuel pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Having pulsation dampening fluid receiving space : Parallel laterally spaced relatively movable pumping members)

Patent 6059548: Hand pump system for a traction device
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Fluid serially moved to opposite side of pumping member : Reciprocating)

Patent 6059549: High-low pressure chamber sealing arrangement of a volute compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With mechanical sealing : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6059550: Twin-cylinder impeller pump
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Plural working members or chambers : With lubricant, liquid seal or nonworking fluid separation)

Patent 6059551: Oil injected screw compressor with thrust force reducing means
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : HEAT EXCHANGE OR NON-WORKING FLUID LUBRICATING OR SEALING : With condition responsive control of non-working fluid : Pivoted to working member)

Patent 6059552: Hydraulic vane machine
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : RELATIVELY MOVABLE WORKING MEMBER AND DRIVE SHAFT AXES : Rotating)

Patent 6059553: Integrated circuit dielectrics
(COATING PROCESSES : WITH POST-TREATMENT OF COATING OR COATING MATERIAL : Heating or drying (e.g., polymerizing, vulcanizing, curing, etc.) : Organic coating : Resin, resin precursor, rubber, or hardenable oil-containing coating : Silicon compound containing coating : Coating consists of metal)

Patent 6059554: Adjustable bubble guide or cage
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SHAPING ORIFICE AND DOWNSTREAM WORK CONTACTING GASEOUS TREATING MEANS : Means directing product through tubular conduit within bath or shower means)

Patent 6059555: Optical apparatus for dual-beam laser texturing
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO OR ACTUATED BY MEANS SENSING OR DETECTING A CONDITION OR MATERIAL TRIGGERED : Traveling female mold type shaping means)

Patent 6059556: Injection apparatus for injection molding machine
(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 6059557: Cooling device attached to index machine
(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 : Cooling means for female mold : Comprising staged inflation means)

Patent 6059558: Injection molding fastener products
(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 product ejector : And product ejector)

Patent 6059559: Remote feed stock unit for an injection molding machine
(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.) : Including feeder to supply stock to charger : And feeder to supply granular fluent stock to charger)

Patent 6059560: Periodic equivalence ratio modulation method and apparatus for controlling combustion instability
(COMBUSTION : COMBUSTION BURSTS OR FLARE-UPS IN PULSES OR SERIAL PATTERN :)

Patent 6059561: Compositions and methods for detecting and quantifying biological samples
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Starting or shutdown procedure :)

Patent 6059562: Gas appliance with automatic gas shut-off device responsive to flame outage
(COMBUSTION : TIMER, PROGRAMMER, RETARDER OR CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By combustion or combustion zone sensor : Of shutdown by response to sensed combustion failure or overheat : By electrical control circuit : Thermoelectric generator sensor : Reset includes structure preventing feed to second burner prior to sensed combustion at first burner)

Patent 6059563: Gas lighter with dual safety mechanism
(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 6059564: Candle with embedded glass
(COMBUSTION : CANDLE, E.G., TAPER, ETC. : Having structure additional to wax and wick : Fuel body totally within casing, e.g., vigil light, etc. : Stored energy actuated; detent, latch or overcenter release)

Patent 6059565: Burner for operating a heat generator
(COMBUSTION : FLAME HOLDER HAVING PROTECTIVE FLAME ENCLOSING OR FLAME STABILIZING STRUCTURE : Flame sweeps dished incandescing surface)

Patent 6059566: Burner apparatus
(COMBUSTION : FLAME HOLDER HAVING PROTECTIVE FLAME ENCLOSING OR FLAME STABILIZING STRUCTURE : Tubular member delineates flame : Axial perforations along combustion tube)

Patent 6059567: Semiconductor thermal processor with recirculating heater exhaust cooling system
(HEATING : WITH WORK COOLING STRUCTURE : Work holder having selectively usable heating and cooling structure : Work manipulated in cooling zone)

Patent 6059568: Orthodontic bands
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Band : Metallic spring)

Patent 6059569: Apical position detection apparatus
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having gauge or guide : By deformation of material)

Patent 6059570: Dental container type applicator
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)

Patent 6059571: Method for embedding mark in denture and implement for making recess used therefor
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Tool bit)

Patent 6059572: Endodontic methods for the anatomical, sectional and progressive corono-apical preparation of root canals with three sets of dedicated
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Endodontic : Method of fabricating)

Patent 6059573: Mortar training device with functional simulated propelling charges
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ORGANIZED ARMED OR UNARMED CONFLICT OR SHOOTING : Gunnery : Bombing)

Patent 6059574: Aircraft fuel trainer with low viscosity/high flashpoint fuel look-alike
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VEHICLE OPERATOR INSTRUCTION OR TESTING : Range finding)

Patent 6059575: Tactile recognition input device and overlay for use with an input device
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMMUNICATION AIDS FOR THE HANDICAPPED : Coin or currency identification or counterfeit detection)

Patent 6059576: Training and safety device, system and method to aid in proper movement during physical activity
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PHYSICAL EDUCATION : Rosary)

Patent 6059577: Contact parts for truck circuit breaker
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Universal movement : Parts comprisng ball and socket :)

Patent 6059578: Selectable compatibility electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SELECTABLE CIRCUIT, E.G., PLUG BOARD : To urge mating connectors or contacts together)

Patent 6059579: Semiconductor structure interconnector and 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 6059580: Socket connector with laterally inserted contacts
(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 : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected : Dual inline package (DIP))

Patent 6059581: Electrical connector with contacts mounted to housing of the connector without interference fit therewith and method of assembly of the
(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 6059582: Adaptor box for mounting fixture to low voltage track
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : FOR INTERFITTING WITH UNINTERRUPTED SUPPORT RAIL OR UNINTERRUPTED CONTACT : Molding type; e.g., baseboard)

Patent 6059583: Interconnection between media connectors of unknown interface standards and a computer communications card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6059584: Swiveling electrical plug assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6059585: Electric connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 6059586: Memory card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6059587: Card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6059588: Ejector mechanism for a card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6059589: Connector device for IC card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6059590: Clockspring tamper proof external lock
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH RELATIVELY GUIDED MEMBERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLIABLE CONDUCTOR : Relatively movable about axis : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate)

Patent 6059591: Water resistant electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH RELATIVELY GUIDED MEMBERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLIABLE CONDUCTOR : Relatively movable about axis : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate)

Patent 6059592: IC card connector having detecting switch for detecting correct installation of IC card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6059593: Adapter and socket assembly for a compact fluorescent lamp
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART TO RECEIVE FLUORESCENT OR NEON LAMP : Adapter : Removable)

Patent 6059594: Sealed electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material : Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material)

Patent 6059595: Electrical connector with sliding contacts
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ADAPTED TO COOPERATE WITH DUPLICATE CONNECTOR : Butt coupling : Pivotal)

Patent 6059596: Zero insertion force socket
(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 6059597: Half-fitting prevention 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 6059598: 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 6059599: Wire harness cable assembly
(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 : With graspable portion)

Patent 6059600: Guide pin for electrical connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : Rodlike guide member extending in coupling direction or tubular passage for receiving rodlike guide member : Wall or outlet mounted)

Patent 6059601: Single-sided press-pinching connector and a method of making same
(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 : Longitudinally and laterally staggered contacts : Three or more such contacts)

Patent 6059602: Shroud for electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Conductor gripped by or entirely within connector housing : Longitudinally divided connector housing grips conductor : Distinct clamp actuated by threaded connector part)

Patent 6059603: Terminal processing structure for a sealed wire and a terminal processing method for the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Conductor gripped by or entirely within connector housing : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor : Hinged connector housing parts)

Patent 6059604: Cable assembly with grounding conductors connected to grounding plane
(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 6059605: Watthour meter socket adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : POWER MEASURING METER COUPLING PART : Parallel or supplemental nonshielded path)

Patent 6059606: Shelled connector having ground contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6059607: Shielded electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6059608: Filtered electrical connector with terminal tail aligner
(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 6059609: Moveable fuse-holder
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : With or for fuse : Having three or more circularly arranged contacts (e.g., base of vacuum tube))

Patent 6059610: Board-to-board connector having retention mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Plural slots for electrically interconnecting plural printed circuit boards : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)

Patent 6059611: High temperature electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Contacts within slot engage opposite sides of printed circuit board : Separate mutually insulated contacts on opposite longitudinal sides of slot : Three or more such contacts)

Patent 6059612: Block 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 6059613: Pivotally linked electrical connectors
(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 : Relatively movable insulating body parts : Lamp-receiving socket)

Patent 6059614: Modular information and processing center
(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 : Having integral means to interlock or interfit with a duplicate insulating block or board : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 6059615: Modular cable to board power connector
(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 : Having integral means to interlock or interfit with a duplicate insulating block or board : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 6059616: Crimp contact for plug-in systems
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONDUCTOR TERMINAL HAVING CONDUCTOR SHEATH ENGAGING MEANS : Resilient or spring-biased socket or clip type terminal : Rotary or swinging)

Patent 6059617: Connection structure of electric wire and terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING PART PERMANENTLY SECURED TO CONDUCTOR USING FUSED OR MOLDED MATERIAL : Adapted to be secured by part resiliently gripping insulation)

Patent 6059618: Ventilated outboard motor-mounted pumpjet assembly
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)

Patent 6059619: Cooling arrangement for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Lubricant for engine : Supporting strut)

Patent 6059620: Arrangement for minimizing the explosion potential in moored turrets for hydrocarbon storage vessels
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BUOY : For mooring a vessel : Having liquid cargo transfer means :)

Patent 6059621: High performance surfboard
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : WATER SKIMMING OR WALKING DEVICE : Surfboard : Having connecting means)

Patent 6059622: Method and system for manufacturing a photocathode
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS :)

Patent 6059623: Method of manufacturing a triode field emission display device that maintains a constant distance between a grid and a cathode electrode
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6059624: Screen and driver assembly for screen pixels
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6059625: Method of fabricating field emission arrays employing a hard mask to define column lines
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6059626: Screen manufacturing method using flat display panel
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6059627: Method of providing uniform emission current
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6059628: Methods of fabricating image display devices including image display screen shields
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With coating, e.g., providing protective coating on sensitive area : With heating, e.g., to outgas)

Patent 6059629: Structure of bubble blowing toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING MEANS FOR FORMING TRANSITORY BUBBLE : Having retractable coin slot or guard)

Patent 6059630: Log based assembly set
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Including elongated element having laterally opposed interlocking notches (e.g., log cabin type) : One part swingable about an axis extending along a side or transversely through its end)

Patent 6059631: Toy construction kit with interconnecting building pieces
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Interfitting elements : Joined by lateral sliding (e.g., dovetail) : Extending transversely through panel or strip)

Patent 6059632: Hula hoop and coupling member therefor
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Having detachable cord for spinning)

Patent 6059633: Front-opening garment with built-in front-opening bra
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Combined with apparel-type garment : Breast supporting member within other garment : With elastically extensible connector)

Patent 6059634: Brassiere-strap slide
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Shoulder strap arrangements and connecting features : One portion is narrow waist-encircling band)

Patent 6059635: Apparatus for grinding eyeglass lens
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6059636: Wafer polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6059637: Process for abrasive removal of copper from the back surface of a silicon substrate
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6059638: Magnetic force carrier and ring for a polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6059639: Shot blast machine with improved tumbling capabilities
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : With nonabrading means)

Patent 6059640: Cryogenic deflashing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having tumbling barrel : Rotary)

Patent 6059641: Powder/granule feeder and its application apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Abradant supply structure : Vane structure)

Patent 6059642: Apparatus for grinding a shank of a drill bit
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Stationary work holder : Reversing, obverting, or pivoting : Work rotating)

Patent 6059643: Apparatus and method for polishing a flat surface using a belted polishing pad
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Endless band tool : Means to rotate tool)

Patent 6059644: Back-up pad for abrasive articles and method of making
(ABRADING : TOOL SUPPORT FOR FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL : Including tools resiliently urged toward work)

Patent 6059645: Hand-held sharpening device
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Having actuating handle : Razor hone)

Patent 6059646: Apparatus for portioning food
(BUTCHERING : SHIRRING OF CASING : Severing into descrete lengths : Inflation pressure control)

Patent 6059647: Method for removing a casing from a food stuffed in the casing, and an apparatus therefor
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Peeling : By applying constricting member)

Patent 6059648: Automatic deboning method and apparatus for upper half of poultry carcass
(BUTCHERING : DEBONING : Skinning implement (e.g., hand tool))

Patent 6059649: Rib spreading device and method of utilization
(BUTCHERING : SUPPORT : Carcass spreader : With prong (e.g., impaling means))

Patent 6059650: System and method for coin singulation
(COIN HANDLING : DELIVERER : Delivery of a single coin : Electric : Plural superposed ejectors)

Patent 6059651: Apparatus for lifting circular plate bodies
(COIN HANDLING : DELIVERER : Delivery of a single coin : Resilient outlet : Ejector)

Patent 6059652: Register for a vehicle
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 6059653: Air outlet assembly having controllable effort generation
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 6059654: Discharge grill of an air conditioner
(VENTILATION : MEANS COMBINED WITH WINDOW : With air pump : Cooling air conditioner : Having readily moveable flow control means : With air pump)

Patent 6059655: Fabric air diffuser, method for diffusing air, and method for attenuating noise associated with flowing air
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Ceiling type : Including perforated or porous element : Having adjustable valve)

Patent 6059656: Variable speed drive system for a system for a rotor assembly of a grain threshing mechanism
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : DRIVE RELATED FEATURES : Pneumatic)

Patent 6059657: Game machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a race game : Simulated projector with diverse interactive target)

Patent 6059658: Spinning wheel game and device therefor
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Geometric maze)

Patent 6059659: Roulette table having progressive jackpots
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.))

Patent 6059660: Joystick type multifunctional controller
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Hand manipulated (e.g., keyboard, mouse, touch panel, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.) : Object priority or perspective)

Patent 6059661: Shaft alignment
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : FLEXIBLE COUPLING BETWEEN FLUID-CONDUCTING ROTARY SHAFTS (E.G., COUPLING BETWEEN SECTIONS OF DRILL STRING, ETC.) : Relative angular displacement of axes of shafts : Pin includes longitudinally extending internal passage)

Patent 6059662: Torsion predamping device
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Element is leaf spring : Bowed : Laminated element or plural elements abutting or spaced along axis of rotation)

Patent 6059663: One-piece sealing system for a universal joint assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially directed pin : With particular flexible seal : And flexible seal)

Patent 6059664: Drive element
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Torque transmitted via intermediate element : Element carries or receives hook on opposite ends for connection to drive and driven members (e.g., link chain) : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members)

Patent 6059665: Linear ball bearing drive shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING FACILITATES RELATIVE AXIAL MOTION BETWEEN COUPLED MEMBERS : Coupler includes antifriction rolling body engageable with axially moveable member : Coupler includes antifriction rolling body engageable with drill string)

Patent 6059666: Riding game system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ROCKABLE ANIMAL SIMULATION HAVING RIDER SEAT MEANS (E.G., ROCKING HORSE, ETC.) : With power or externally operated rocking means : Motor operated (e.g., mechanical bull, etc.) : Simulates animal)

Patent 6059667: Pendulum-driven child swing
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Motor operated : Coiled type)

Patent 6059668: Golf club swing training method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With lighting (e.g., laser, etc.) means attachable to or integral with implement : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6059669: Golf club head having performance-enhancing structure
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Selectively adjustable weighting element : Embedded in head : In vertical bore access through top : Perpendicular to projectile striking face)

Patent 6059670: Golf club having a head with a hard multilayer striking surface and method for making the same
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face insert : Toe and heel weighting)

Patent 6059671: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Particular dimple detail : Plural diverse layers)

Patent 6059672: Golf training device particularly for the short game
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club selection, ball direction, or distance indicating aid : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6059673: Goalie training 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.) : For game also using projectors carried by players (e.g., tennis, badminton, etc.))

Patent 6059674: Racquetball 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.) : Having dimensional characteristic or other parameter specified by a number, numeric variable, or mathematical formula (e.g., location of center of gravity, elastic modulus of a string, weight of racket, etc.) : Plural fiber compositions)

Patent 6059675: Baseball batting system for abating accidental release of a bat from a player's hand following a swing
(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.) : Grip : Blade construction or accessory)

Patent 6059676: Illuminated footbag
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : With light-emitting, electrical, magnetic, or rotatable inertial means or having boundary-detector activating means : Grip)

Patent 6059677: Tracking arrow system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Having fluid-conducting means : Having independent feathers or vanes)

Patent 6059678: Rachet tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster or shifter driven by electrical or fluid motor : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 6059679: Auto tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along arcuate path to tension belt : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)

Patent 6059680: Speed sensitive on-demand torque coupling differential
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Control of differential planetary gearing : By fluid operated mechanical clutch : Operated by a pump responsive to differential action : Having single planet carrier)

Patent 6059681: Neutral control device of automatic transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Pressure regulation : Valving controls shift timing : With fluid accumulator : Centrifugal control)

Patent 6059682: Apparatus for cooling clutches on a transmission shaft
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : With electric or magnetic controlled brake)

Patent 6059683: Differential apparatus
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : For differential planetary gearing : Electric or magnetic engaged brake and spring engaged lockup clutch)

Patent 6059684: Drive train for electric cars
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH DIFFERENTIAL : Transmission output shaft parallel to differential output shafts : Plural planetary units combined with differential)

Patent 6059685: Coaxial traction drive automatic transmission for automotive vehicles
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is friction gearing : Nonplanetary transmission is chain gearing)

Patent 6059686: Speed ratio control device of continuously variable transmission and control method
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Fluid pressure control : Ratio change controlled : Engine coast braking :)

Patent 6059687: Automotive vehicle incorporating a transmission equipped with an actuating logic performing the "shift-lock" and "key-lock" functions
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With brake control : Brake controls transmission : Speed responsive)

Patent 6059688: Automotive control apparatus including means for preventing interference between running stability control device and transmission shift control
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Control by sensed ambient condition, pattern indicia, external signal, or temperature : One control blocks another)

Patent 6059689: Control system for automatic vehicle transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Control by sensed ambient condition, pattern indicia, external signal, or temperature : Temperature control : Pressure controlled)

Patent 6059690: Control system for vehicle automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : Speed responsive control : Transmission pressure controlled)

Patent 6059691: Method and apparatus for operating a clutch in an automated mechanical transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Condition responsive control : Speed responsive : Slip rate control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6059692: Apparatus for remote interactive exercise and health equipment
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Monitors exercise parameter : Rate of movement)

Patent 6059693: Wrist relief device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Horizontal bar)

Patent 6059694: Hand exerciser employing finger power bands
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Having individual structure engaging each finger used : About axis perpendicular to forearm)

Patent 6059695: Folding device for treadmill
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 6059696: Device for rendering natural walking motion on a treadmill
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 6059697: Exercise apparatus for running or walking and method of manufacture
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Occupant propelled support frame having movement facilitating feature for foot travel : Armpit engaging : Wheel with edge engaging braking roller)

Patent 6059698: Exercise device for removable mounting on a door
(EXERCISE DEVICES : FOR FOOT OR ANKLE : User inside device)

Patent 6059699: Medicine ball torso rack
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : By floor or ground only)

Patent 6059700: Locking system for barbells
(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 : Having securing member (e.g., locking collar, etc.) for retaining weight on bar : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6059701: Apparatus for exercising the lower back
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having common force transmitting support frame for user and for force resister : Including single, movable, interface element following predetermined path : Rotatably movable : About a horizontal axis : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide)

Patent 6059702: Machine tool with coolant flushing system
(TOOL CHANGING : WITH MEANS TO CONDITION OR ADJUST TOOL OR TOOL SUPPORT : Responsive to tool)

Patent 6059703: Device with at least one movement unit
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Tool having specific mounting or work treating feature : Linearly moveable tool changer)

Patent 6059704: System for selecting tools from a tool store of a machine tool for machining printed circuit boards
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Direct tool exchange between spindle and matrix : Including means to project tool from matrix : Matrix indexes selected tool to transfer position)

Patent 6059705: Method and apparatus for registering processing heads
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Responsive to work material, the product or means engaging the work material or the product : By use of photocell condition sensor : Responsive to mark or indicia on work :)

Patent 6059706: Method of and apparatus for treating a filter tow
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CIGARETTE FILTER MAKING : With shaping or compacting of filter material : Including fluid contact for forming : Responsive to stress of machine element)

Patent 6059707: Easy to open handle bag and method of making the same
(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 : With means to receive interconnected products : At separate station from heat sealing)

Patent 6059708: Method of making a foldable pinata
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : With cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading : Application of adhesive to secure handle or suspension means)

Patent 6059709: Process for producing bags with folded over and secured handles by a fold-over rod extending at a right angle to the direction of transport
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Handle or suspension means : Subdividing web of material)

Patent 6059710: Process for cutting of discrete components of a multi-component workpiece and depositing them with registration on a moving web of
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : Including assembling or disassembling of distinct members : Comprising bringing two members together : Indeterminate length member : Plural indeterminate length members : Plural applicators)

Patent 6059711: Device for tearing and folding paper in series
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : And with bending : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by roller : Plural applicators)

Patent 6059712: Apparatus for continuous separation of fine solid particles from a liquid by centrifugal force
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING PLURALITY OF SEPARATE AND DISTINCT BOWLS : Having bowls equally spaced from a central axis of rotation for orbiting thereabout : Including one or more valves in incoming path)

Patent 6059713: Catheter system having tubular radiation source with movable guide wire
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6059714: Radioactive medical devices
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6059715: Heart wall tension reduction apparatus
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 6059716: Artificial insemination device for private use
(SURGERY : REPRODUCTION AND FERTILIZATION TECHNIQUES : Artificial insemination : Implanted)

Patent 6059717: Sexual aid
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))

Patent 6059718: Endoscope form detecting apparatus in which coil is fixedly mounted by insulating member so that form is not deformed within endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With means for indicating position, depth or condition of endoscope : Inflatable cuff or balloon)

Patent 6059719: Endoscope system
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With non-optical distal tip attachment : With locking or retaining means for sheath)

Patent 6059720: Endoscope system with amplification of fluorescent image
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Fluid channel (e.g., suction, irrigation, aspiration))

Patent 6059721: Endoscope having variable magnification and focusing
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Focusing : Plural)

Patent 6059722: Light source device for endoscope which is capable of light setting shading period
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Light source : For improved illumination)

Patent 6059723: Fiberoptically illuminated tongue depressor
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Specific use retractor : Mouth : Tongue depressor : Illuminated : Repeating pressurization cycle)

Patent 6059724: System for predicting future health
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6059725: Prolonged apnea risk evaluation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6059726: Method for locating the atrio-ventricular (AV) junction of the heart and injecting active substances therein
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)

Patent 6059727: Method and apparatus for composition and display of three-dimensional image from two-dimensional ultrasound scan data
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6059728: Three-dimensional ultrasound imaging system and probe
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6059729: Method and apparatus for edge enhancement in ultrasound imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

 

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