Patents 6120285 - 6120537

 

 

Patent 6120285: Dimpled thermal processing furnace and method for processing semiconductor wafers
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Having means by which work is progressed or moved mechanically : Having distinct atmosphere supply, removal or recirculation structure : Having means forming work path from inlet to outlet)

Patent 6120286: Vaporizer boat for metal vaporizing
(HEATING : ACCESSORY MEANS FOR HOLDING, SHIELDING OR SUPPORTING WORK WITHIN FURNACE : Openwork tray, basket, or grid structure for heat treating metal : Point or line contact support)

Patent 6120287: Apparatus and method for measuring orthodontic force applied by an orthodontic appliance
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS :)

Patent 6120288: Device and method for mandibular fixation
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Bracket : Cemented to tooth :)

Patent 6120289: Orthodontic attachment device for interarch appliances
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Arch wire attachment : Metallic spring)

Patent 6120290: Jaw movement simulator, jaw movement simulation system, and jaw movement simulation method
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having means to record or indicate jaw movement or position or dental occlusion : Jaw movement : Articulator or attachment therefor)

Patent 6120291: Turbine handpiece
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool (e.g., "engine") : Hand-held tool or handpiece : Having motor : Rotary fluid turbine : Including axially movable collect to cam fingers)

Patent 6120292: Healing cap for dental implants
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6120293: Abutment for a temporary tooth
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6120294: Two component kit and pin based on gutta-percha for use with the kit
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : By filling, bonding or cementing : By named composition : By post)

Patent 6120295: Visual puzzle toy
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Drawing : Tracing : View simulating means located on belt or cylinder)

Patent 6120296: Educational board game
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : GAME, BOARD OR TABLE TYPE : Writing guide for the blind)

Patent 6120297: Vocabulary acquistion using structured inductive reasoning
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Spelling, phonics, word recognition, or sentence formation : Electrical component included in teaching means : Slotted or grooved path)

Patent 6120298: Uniform motivation for multiple computer-assisted training systems
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PSYCHOLOGY : Soldering or welding)

Patent 6120299: System and method for interactive scoring of standardized test responses
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Cathode ray screen display included in examining means : With code on audio carrier for controlling operation of apparatus)

Patent 6120300: Reward enriched learning system and method II
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Correctness of response indicated to examine by self-operating or examinee actuated means : Reward dispensed for correct answer : Reading head moved past stationary audio track)

Patent 6120301: Semiconductor device and method of manufacturing the same
(SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MANUFACTURING: PROCESS : PACKAGING (E.G., WITH MOUNTING, ENCAPSULATING, ETC.) OR TREATMENT OF PACKAGED SEMICONDUCTOR : Making plural separate devices : Using strip lead frame : And encapsulating : Specified shape junction barrier (e.g., V-grooved junction, etc.))

Patent 6120302: Switching valve for a multiple-circuit vehicle brake system
(FLUID HANDLING : SELF-PROPORTIONING OR CORRELATING SYSTEMS : Self-controlled branched flow systems : Plural inflows : Alternate or successive inflows : With pulsed control-input signal)

Patent 6120303: Pick-up for card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH VACUUM APPLYING MEANS. E.G., SUCTION CUP : To urge connector to supporting surface)

Patent 6120304: Electrical contacts for housings
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6120305: Electric contact with elastic return
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)

Patent 6120306: Cast coax header/socket connector system
(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 6120307: Modular connector with printed circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6120308: Electrical connector assembly which can be rotatably connected and disconnected
(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 6120309: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6120310: Switch device for electrical card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6120311: Power cord theft-resisting device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including lock for retaining means (e.g., key or combination lock or requiring "special" tool) : Threaded coupling part)

Patent 6120312: Light emitted diode light bulb holder used in LED type Christmas light bulb string
(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 : Coupling part comprising lamp or electron tube socket : Rearwardly extending finger)

Patent 6120313: Connector bodies with high force positioning mechanism
(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 6120314: Plug connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Coaxial cable : Adapter)

Patent 6120315: Terminal block assembly with insulation penetrating means
(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 6120316: Cable plug connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Plural contacts, each formed by slot between pair of fingers : From different margins of contact)

Patent 6120317: Connection/disconnection module for connecting and disconnecting pairs of insulated electric conductors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Rectilinearly moving operator : Piercing means comprising end of screw)

Patent 6120318: Stacked electrical connector having visual indicator subassembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Indicator light : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6120319: IDC connector
(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 6120320: GFI adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Outlet receptacle mounting flange : For ceiling box)

Patent 6120321: Electrical connector assembly
(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 6120322: Memory card connection device
(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 6120323: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Having resilient means engaging panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder)

Patent 6120324: Waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Sealing : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6120325: Device for mounting a shielded connector on a circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6120326: Planar-tubular composite capacitor array and electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement)

Patent 6120327: Foam wire harness with shape memory
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CABLE COMPOSED OF MUTUALLY INSULATED CONDUCTORS HAVING SEPARATELY CARRIED CONDUCTOR END TERMINALS : With or for fuse)

Patent 6120328: Thin smart card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Including lamp or electron tube socket)

Patent 6120329: Modular jack with anti-cross-talk contacts and method of making same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having push-pull-engaging contacts spaced along planar side wall transverse to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., telephone jack or plug) : Having bayonet-coupling contact)

Patent 6120330: Arrangement of contact pairs for compensating near-end crosstalk for an electric patch plug
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having push-pull-engaging contacts spaced along planar side wall transverse to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., telephone jack or plug) : Having bayonet-coupling contact)

Patent 6120331: Connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Receptacle for receiving plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Having multipart insulating body or casing : Receptacle body formed of thin, superposed plates or discs of insulation)

Patent 6120332: Apparatus for connecting an electrical connector to a complementary 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 6120333: Electric connector with terminal retaining means
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by resiliently biased part latching behind shoulder or into recess : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact : Resilient socket contact for surrounding or engaging opposed surfaces of mating plug contact : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 6120334: Electrical connector for piercing the insulation of an insulated cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Cam or wedge between conductors : With means to maintain assembly of clamp part and bolt or screw)

Patent 6120335: Catalytic exhaust system for watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Water cooling exhaust : Water cooling exhaust)

Patent 6120336: Diving fin
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)

Patent 6120337: Life-saving device with launcher
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : WATER RESCUE OR LIFE PROTECTING APPARATUS : Personal flotation device : Having line propelling means)

Patent 6120338: Method of manufacturing organic el display
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6120339: Methods of fabricating flat panel evacuated displays
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6120340: Animal toy with alternately attachable hairpiece
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Figure : Alternative figures : Having detachable subordinate part of face or head : Including means to retain resilient propulsion member in stressed condition)

Patent 6120341: Three sound chamber game call
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including mouthpiece for blowing or sucking : Vibratory reed sounder : Including distinct means for enabling selection of pitch : Including piston slidable along central apertured member)

Patent 6120342: Whistling disk
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Having attached cord for imparting rotation : Intertwistable flaccid strands : Including sounding means : Including sounder, figure, or vehicle)

Patent 6120343: Mechanism for moving the lower limbs of a toy figure
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having movably joined body parts : Walking : Rod-supported or -controlled figure)

Patent 6120344: Three-dimensional folded carton action figures
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Formed from specific material : Sheet material figure (e.g., paper doll) : Three-dimensional folded figure : Plural rods for manipulating plural body parts)

Patent 6120345: Ride-on vehicle with a free-floating wheel
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including helical spring or elastomeric strip)

Patent 6120346: Ribbon gun with replaceable decorated head and cartridge
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SIMULATED WEAPON OR PROTECTOR : Wheeled vehicle)

Patent 6120347: System for real-time control of semiconductor wafer polishing
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6120348: Polishing system
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6120349: Polishing system
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : Tool wear compensation : Ratchet and pawl drive)

Patent 6120350: Process for reconditioning polishing pads
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : Tool wear compensation : Ratchet and pawl drive)

Patent 6120351: Automatic machinability measuring and machining methods and apparatus therefor
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6120352: Lapping apparatus and lapping method using abrasive sheets
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6120353: Polishing method for semiconductor wafer and polishing pad used therein
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6120354: Method of chemical mechanical polishing
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6120355: Method and apparatus for lapping gears
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Gear or worm abrading : Edging)

Patent 6120356: Grinding wheel with geometrical pattern
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Ring, tube, bushing, sleeve, or cylinder abrading : Ball abrading)

Patent 6120357: System and method for CO.sub.2 cleaning of data storage disks
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical temperature modification or control of work or abradant : Bearing raceway)

Patent 6120358: Apparatus and method for grinding a punch
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Combined abrading : Deforming)

Patent 6120359: Apparatus and method for forming spherical end surface of coaxial composite member
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing nonrigid tool : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 6120360: Apparatus for processing a planar structure
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 6120361: Polishing apparatus, polishing member
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Gear generating)

Patent 6120362: Ergonomic grinder
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Wall surfacing machine : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6120363: Selectable abrasive head extended reciprocating tool
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6120364: Grinding fixture and assembly
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Clamp : Edge tool : Angularly adjustable : Drill)

Patent 6120365: Formable spreader/sander
(ABRADING : TOOL SUPPORT FOR FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL : Contour-adjustable support : Coiled tool)

Patent 6120366: Chemical-mechanical polishing pad
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary disk : Disk laps : Detachable)

Patent 6120367: Decoring saw
(BUTCHERING : DEBONING : Skinning implement (e.g., hand tool))

Patent 6120368: Force limited apparatus for tenderizing meat
(BUTCHERING : TENDERIZERS : Fluid impingement type)

Patent 6120369: Method and a machine for cutting fish-cutlets
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : Hand manipulated pounder)

Patent 6120370: Vehicle air conditioning apparatus
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Roof structure : Including duct extending along roof : Having plural air passages)

Patent 6120371: Docking and environmental purging system for integrated circuit wafer transport assemblies
(VENTILATION : CLEAN ROOM : Having blower)

Patent 6120372: Fan convector with adjustable deflector elements
(VENTILATION : HAVING FORCED RECIRCULATION : Forced recirculation alone : For use with heating or cooling means : Having slidably interconnected sections)

Patent 6120373: Chopper for breaking up stalks, chiefly straw
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : STRAW CHAFF SPREADER OR HANDLING (DISCHARGE) : With chopper : Teeth, bars, blades, etc.)

Patent 6120374: Apparatus for and method of designating a point on displayed image, and readable recording medium storing program for designating a point on
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game including a simulated projectile (e.g., bullet, missile, ball, puck, etc.) : Paddle-type game (e.g., pinball, tennis, baseball, golf, hockey, etc.) :)

Patent 6120375: Pleasure ride device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring an element of a participant`s physical skill or ability (e.g., hand-eye coordination, reflex, etc.) : Simulated projector with diverse interactive target)

Patent 6120376: Wagering game based on ranking order of game participants
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Geometric maze)

Patent 6120377: Method of playing a wagering game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 6120378: Multi-line slot machine method
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 6120379: Portable game machine and portable game machine cartridge
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Data storage or retrieval (e.g., memory, video tape, etc.) : Cartridge : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))

Patent 6120380: Assembly for compensation of fluctuations of torque
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : Including bearing detail : With biasing means)

Patent 6120381: Sliding constant-velocity joint, particularly for longitude drives
(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 : Pin slidable axially in slot : Pin carries disparate sleeve engaged with slot walls : Sleeve rotatable about pin axis : Axially spaced pin-carrying parts interconnected by pivotal head and socket centering joint)

Patent 6120382: Constant velocity joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)

Patent 6120383: Apparatus for placing a golf ball on a tee
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Condition responsive feeding means (e.g. automatic) : Pneumatic : Removable insert or bushing)

Patent 6120384: Custom-fabricated golf club device and method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head : Selectively adjustable positioning means : Adjustable lie : Longitudinal bore in head receives elongated member about which head pivots)

Patent 6120385: Golf training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Particularly weighted practice implement : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.))

Patent 6120386: Golf swing training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Body movement or position indicator (e.g., stance aids, etc.) : Engaged with hips, torso, or waist : And separate body engagable member)

Patent 6120387: E-Z-Up golf ball retriever system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : And turf repair tool or ball retriever : And separate body engagable member)

Patent 6120388: Perimeter weighted iron type golf club head with multiple level weight pads
(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 6120389: Golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced ground resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 6120390: Golf ball cores with improved durability
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Head)

Patent 6120391: Three piece solid golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover)

Patent 6120392: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover)

Patent 6120393: Low spin golf ball comprising a mantle having a hollow interior
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse cover and interior : Plural diverse layers)

Patent 6120394: Marked golf ball and manufacturing process thereof
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Diverse cover and interior)

Patent 6120395: Temporary rearrangeable marking system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Having at least two different types of game elements used in same game : For game using field or court having dividing means thereon for separating opponents (e.g., for tennis, volleyball, table tennis, etc.))

Patent 6120396: Quick-release locking mechanism for adjustable basketball goal system and methods for using same
(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 : With height adjustment feature : Having parallelogram linkage : T-shaped head)

Patent 6120397: Table tennis table top with pivotal legs
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Table-tennis table : Net, with net, or for net)

Patent 6120398: Toy football with spiral like tail
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having fluid-dynamic means other than stitched seam or textured surface to alter, stabilize, or retard passage of projectile through the fluid (e.g., spiral fluting to impart spin, etc.) : With sealable opening, valve, or inflation tube for insertion of fluid (e.g., beach ball, etc.))

Patent 6120399: Continuously variable transmission driven element
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : Speed responsive : To centrifugal force : Via pivoted weight :)

Patent 6120400: Transmission wheel pressurizing apparatus for transmitting constant power in a variable speed transmission
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : With spring device : With lubrication of support for movable member)

Patent 6120401: Belt tension mechanism
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Load responsive tension adjuster or shifter : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 6120402: Hydraulic tensioner with external rack having backlash restriction
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Load responsive tension adjuster or shifter : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 6120403: Pivotal support structure for oscillating member
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster has surface in sliding contact with belt : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 6120404: Belt tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Pulley shifter : Pulley on shaft of adjustably mounted drive motor : Rotatable on same axis as shiftable guide roll or pulley)

Patent 6120405: Drive sprocket which has rotating members which are engaged by drive lugs of a track
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With particular belt : Belt formed of rigid links : With sequential links pivoted about discrete pivot pin : And connector link between handle and shifter pivotable about spaced fixed axis)

Patent 6120406: Automatic transmission with energy saving logic and failsafe operations
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Manually actuated ratio selector : Electrical : With fluid accumulator)

Patent 6120407: Differential gear
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : With additional gearset between differential output and load : By braking other output)

Patent 6120408: Limited slip differential with temperature compensating valve
(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 6120409: Planetary gear shifting hub for a bicycle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Transmission includes three relatively rotatable sun gears : And additional planetary gearset having axis of pinion parallel to axis of mating gear)

Patent 6120410: Automatic transmission for vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Brake for sun and carrier : Including one-way clutch or brake : And brake for carrier)

Patent 6120411: Control methodology for inertial energy storage devices
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE RATIO CHANGE : Electric or magnetic control : And electric or magnetic control)

Patent 6120412: Operation apparatus for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine starting interlock : Temperature control)

Patent 6120413: Line pressure control device for automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Transmission pressure controlled : Line pressure controlled : Responsive to speed : Electric valve control)

Patent 6120414: Negative pressure control apparatus for brake booster
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : BRAKE CONTROL : Sensed condition responsive control of engine of brake : Brake : And engine : Electric valve control)

Patent 6120415: Exercise support pole
(EXERCISE DEVICES : GYMNASTIC : Horizontal bar : Having upright array of horizontally extending elements)

Patent 6120416: Isometric arm and leg exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 6120417: Rotary exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 6120418: Swing trainer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Occupant suspended from above (e.g., by a body harness, etc.) for foot travel : Rolling)

Patent 6120419: Multifunctional exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Body part of user utilized as weight : Entire body :)

Patent 6120420: Exercise device
(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 : Bar held by single hand of user (e.g., dumbbell, etc.) : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6120421: Multifunctional miniature exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 6120422: Belt mounted arm exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing frictional force resistance : Confined hydraulic or pneumatic chamber)

Patent 6120423: Variable resistance exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 6120424: Body building apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 6120425: Exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : User interface element)

Patent 6120426: Apparatus for forming an outwardly-rolled lip on a cylindrical container body
(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 : Including application of distinct closure : Nonrectangular cross section container : Circular cross section container : With bending to secure closure : Rotary form)

Patent 6120427: Apparatus for accumulating sheets for a booklet
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by roller : Folding by passive reaction member)

Patent 6120428: Loading assembly for a cushioning conversion machine and method thereof
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Crushing or crumpling : Of longitudinally moving work)

Patent 6120429: Method of using inertial tube indexer
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : PROCESS : Having bowls spaced along common axis of rotation)

Patent 6120430: Method of melting solid materials
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Solidification, vitrification, or cementation : In situ vitrification : Containing halogen (EPO/JPO))

Patent 6120431: Method for assisting stystolic and diastolic cardiac function
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : With condition responsive means : Pulsating field)

Patent 6120432: Medical grafting methods and apparatus
(SURGERY : BLOOD VESSEL OR GRAFT PREPARATION : Artificial insemination)

Patent 6120433: Surgical manipulator system
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With chair, table, holder, or other support : Implanted)

Patent 6120434: Method of securing a cavity using a rigid sheath with transparent cap
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 6120435: Endoscope system in which operation switch sets designed to function and be handled same way are included in endoscope and image processing
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With control or monitoring of endoscope functions : Inflatable cuff or balloon)

Patent 6120436: Apparatus and method for cardiac stabilization and arterial occlusion
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Illuminating)

Patent 6120437: Methods for creating spaces at obstructed sites endoscopically and methods therefor
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 6120438: Posterior vaginal retractor for vaginal surgery or procedure
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With holder : Having supporting arm : With illuminating means)

Patent 6120439: Clamping device
Patent 6120440: Diagnostic method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6120441: Method and device for quantitative analysis of sleep disturbances
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6120442: Method and apparatus for noninvasive determination of cardiac performance parameters
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6120443: Device for determining the depth of anesthesia
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6120444: Noncontact tonometer capable of measuring intraocular tension by optically detecting deformation of cornea caused by air current
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Testing aqueous humor pressure or related condition : Fluid jet directed against eye : Electrolyte containing)

Patent 6120445: Method and apparatus for adaptive cross-sectional area computation of IVUS objects using their statistical signatures
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6120446: Diagnostic medical ultrasonic imaging system and method with adaptive gain
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6120447: Ultrasound image data wireless transmission techniques
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6120448: Diagnostic medical ultrasonic imaging method and system for selectively processing harmonic and fundamental image information
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6120449: Method and apparatus for compensating for inoperative elements in ultrasonic transducer array
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6120450: 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 6120451: Ultrasound color flow display optimization by adjustment of threshold
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Blood flow studies : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6120452: Apparatus for three dimensional imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Blood flow studies)

Patent 6120453: Three-dimensional ultrasound system based on the coordination of multiple ultrasonic transducers
(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 6120454: Annular array ultrasound catheter
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : Catheter : With volumetric measurement)

Patent 6120455: Methods and apparatus for non-uniform rotation distortion detection in an intravascular ultrasound imaging system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : Catheter : Intravascular : With blood flow measurement or detection :)

Patent 6120456: Apparatus for measuring pulse-wave propagation velocity
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)

Patent 6120457: In vivo zeroing of catheter pressure sensor
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Testing means inserted in body : Pressure in blood vessel)

Patent 6120458: Low profile pressure measure device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6120459: Method and device for arterial blood pressure measurement
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Electric signal generated by sensing means responsive to pulse or Korotkoff sounds : Blood flow measurement)

Patent 6120460: Method and apparatus for signal acquisition, processing and transmission for evaluation of bodily functions
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Eye or testing by visual stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6120461: Apparatus for tracking the human eye with a retinal scanning display, and method thereof
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Eye or testing by visual stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6120462: Control method for an automated surgical biopsy device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Applying suction to sample : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 6120463: Biopsy surgical appliance
(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 6120464: Needle assembly for fluid sampler
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Wiping or dabbing)

Patent 6120465: Virtual probe for a stereotactic digitizer for use in surgery
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 6120466: System and method for quantitative measurements of energy damping capacity
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Mouth, tongue, or jaw : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6120467: Spinal cord simulation systems with patient activity monitoring and therapy adjustments
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.) : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6120468: Sound-controllable multistage massager equipped with LCD device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Obstetric)

Patent 6120469: Cast ventilation system
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Inflatable : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6120470: Self-adhesive ready-to-use bandage for elbows
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6120471: Dorsal resting hand orthosis
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : Hand or wrist : With toe protector or use enabling means)

Patent 6120472: Forearm splint system for treatment and prevention of carpal tunnel syndrome and other cumulative trauma disorders
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Wrist :)

Patent 6120473: Arch supporter
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Arch :)

Patent 6120474: Blood component-recovering apparatus and a method for recovering blood components using the same
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Body treating material fed to absorbent material)

Patent 6120475: Infusion bottle monitor device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material flow varying means controlled by condition responsive sensor : Means for ejecting solid from holder)

Patent 6120476: Irrigated tip 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 : Having tensioning means to alter conduit shape : Solid loaded into injector through opening in side wall of plunger housing)

Patent 6120477: Balloon catheter device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))

Patent 6120478: Single use 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 : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6120479: Auto-destruct disposable 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 : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6120480: 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 bag or sheath enclosing body entering conduit)

Patent 6120481: Scale on a plastic 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 6120482: Pivotable guard for shielding a needle
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 6120483: Medical fluid infusion and aspiration
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Having fluid responsive means (e.g., check valve, etc.) : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)

Patent 6120484: Otological implant for delivery of medicament and method of using same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)

Patent 6120485: Absorbent pants product
(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 : Pouch means : Pulling string)

Patent 6120486: Disposable diaper with three dimensional gathers
(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 : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : And waist opening : Plural elastic elements)

Patent 6120487: Disposable pull-on pant
(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 : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : And waist opening : Plural elastic elements)

Patent 6120488: Absorbent articles having cuffs and topsheet with skin care composition(s) disposed thereon
(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 : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Upstanding side flap : Plural elastic elements)

Patent 6120489: Flangeless seam for use in disposable articles
(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 6120490: Piercing pin for an infusion system
(SURGERY : CONTAINER FOR BLOOD OR BODY TREATING MATERIAL, OR MEANS USED THEREWITH (E.G., NEEDLE FOR PIERCING CONTAINER CLOSURE, ETC.) : Having hollow needle or spike for piercing container or container clossure : Plural compartments or bags)

Patent 6120491: Biodegradable, anionic polymers derived from the amino acid L-tyrosine
(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 by subcutaneous implant (e.g., peritoneal injectors) : Axially adjustable)

Patent 6120492: Method and apparatus for percutaneously accessing an implanted port
(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 by subcutaneous implant (e.g., peritoneal injectors) : Axially adjustable)

Patent 6120493: Method for the introduction of therapeutic agents utilizing an electroporation apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : By measurement of a pressure differential)

Patent 6120494: Method of placing a cannula
(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 : By measurement of a pressure differential)

Patent 6120495: Preformed coronary artery guide 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 : Vaginal or douche type)

Patent 6120496: Surgical method and apparatus for positioning a diagnostic or therapeutic element within the body and coupling device for use with
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 6120497: Method and apparatus for treating wrinkles in skin using radiation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6120498: Aspirating handpieces for laser surgical operations
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : With optical fiber : With optical fiber)

Patent 6120499: Intravascular RF occlusion catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6120500: Rail catheter ablation and mapping system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6120501: Method and apparatus for applying electrical energy to medical instruments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Bipolar electrodes : With formable electrode)

Patent 6120502: Apparatus and method for the delivery of electrical current for interbody spinal arthrodesis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6120503: Apparatus instrumentation, and method for spinal fixation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6120504: Intramedullary nail having dual distal bore formation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Intramedullary fixator : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6120505: Wire clamp assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Bone cerclage device : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6120506: Lordotic spinal implant
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 6120507: Instrument and method for seating prosthesis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 6120508: Rasp determined for one-time use, particularly bone rasp as well as process for its production
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Osteotome or scraper : Rasp or file : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6120509: Intramedullary reference datum instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Rasp or file)

Patent 6120510: Cutting guide instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 6120511: Drill guide assembly and method for producing a bone tunnel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 6120512: Dermabrasion apparatus having disposable sterilized components and method of assembling the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removal of skin or material therefrom : With fragmenting means)

Patent 6120513: Laparoscopic surgery instrumentation and method of its use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Elastic band applier : Band applied to reproductive organ : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6120514: Method and kit for autologous transplantation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)

Patent 6120515: Composite atherectomy cutter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6120516: Method for treating vascular occlusion
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6120517: Controlled-artifact magnetic resonance instruments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6120518: Non-reflective surfaces for surgical procedures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 6120519: Advanced fulcrum liposuction device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 6120520: Apparatus and methods for stimulating revascularization and/or tissue growth
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 6120521: Dilator/hair implantor device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Hair or artificial hair injector or anchor : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6120522: Self-expanding stent delivery catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blunt dissectors : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6120523: Focalized intraluminal balloons
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Acupuncture means)

Patent 6120524: Device for closing an arterial puncture and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Combined with another device)

Patent 6120525: Skin tensioning device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Means to draw opposed sides of incision into apposition : Detachable from inflation means)

Patent 6120526: Delivery devices for bioabsorbable staples
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Staple fastener : Screw, rack and pinion or pawl and racket)

Patent 6120527: Device for fixing a suture thread to a surgical needle
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suturing needle : Filament attachment : Deformed : With retaining means)

Patent 6120528: Nipple assembly with endoscope
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Oral pacifier : Nipple attachment or structure : Pull out or frangible)

Patent 6120529: Method for heating a horizontal resting surface for persons and irradiation apparatus
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 6120530: Passive thermal capacitor for cold water diving garments
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : For specific external body area : Dry gas)

Patent 6120531: Physiotherapy fiber, shoes, fabric, and clothes utilizing electromagnetic energy
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : For specific external body area : Hand or foot : Top of head)

Patent 6120532: Graphite impregnated prosthetic vascular graft materials
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Made of synthetic material : Coating)

Patent 6120533: Stent delivery system for a radioisotope stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 6120534: Endoluminal prosthesis having adjustable constriction
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having shape memory : Temperature responsive :)

Patent 6120535: Microporous tubular prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having pores : Monofilament)

Patent 6120536: Medical devices with long term non-thrombogenic coatings
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Drug delivery : Antithrombogenic : Temperature responsive)

Patent 6120537: Sealless blood pump with means for avoiding thrombus formation
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : CORPOREAL ARTIFICIAL HEART, HEART ASSIST (E.G., IMPLANTABLE BLOOD PUMP, ETC.), CONTROL REGULATOR, OR POWER SUPPLY THEREFOR, OR METHOD OF OPERATION THEREFOR : Having enclosed rotary member for directly impelling blood flow : Blood flow along electromagnetic section of stator member : Slot in annular support member)

 

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