Patents 6146170 - 6146424

 

 

Patent 6146170: Adaptor for using a plug-in type compact fluorescent lamp in an R7s lampholder
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART TO RECEIVE FLUORESCENT OR NEON LAMP : Adapter : Removable)

Patent 6146171: Electrical connector for flat circuitry
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Having open slot for receiving preformed panel circuit arrangement or tape cable : Biased toward mating thread)

Patent 6146172: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Having open slot for receiving preformed panel circuit arrangement or tape cable : Biased toward mating thread)

Patent 6146173: IC socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Expandable contact or spreadable contacts)

Patent 6146174: Waterproof connector housing, method of manufacturing the same, and mold used in manufacturing the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Movable latching prong or latch on prong)

Patent 6146175: Board connectors having a low profile and which undergo a wiping effect when coupled
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ADAPTED TO COOPERATE WITH DUPLICATE CONNECTOR : Housing comprising resilient latching means)

Patent 6146176: Connector for connecting first and second parts, especially printed circuit boards
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means with distinct movement-actuating means to move coupling part axially : Threaded coupling part)

Patent 6146177: Electrical connector having a locking device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part for receiving edge of planar board moving parallel to plane : With angular mating : Adapter)

Patent 6146178: Cam mechanism for a zero-insertion-force connector
(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 6146179: Auto unlatching connector tab
(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 6146180: Connector latch with integrated auxiliary contacts
(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 6146181: Interlocking electrical connector assembly having a guiding member and removal recess
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : Rearwardly extending finger)

Patent 6146182: Electrical connector with latching means
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : Rearwardly extending finger)

Patent 6146183: Lock structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : With graspable portion : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6146184: Circuit board mounted connector assembly and method of fabricating same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means)

Patent 6146185: Contact wire assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Contact engages conductor in at least two locations spaced along conductor axis : With stress relieving means for conductor to terminal joint : Three or more such contacts)

Patent 6146186: Insulation-displacement connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Pivoting cutter, pivoting means to operate cutter, or pivoting means to move conductor against cutter : Pivoting cutter : With stress relieving means for conductor to terminal joint)

Patent 6146187: Screwless terminal block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Resiliently biased : Finger : Resilient finger : Adapted to grip upon withdrawal of mating part : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)

Patent 6146188: High density shear connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OVERSTRESS PREVENTING MEANS : Frangible element : With means to transversely move conductor gripping means)

Patent 6146189: Flexible printed circuit board mounting structure and recording/reproducing apparatus using the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : For connection to rigid preformed panel circuit arrangement, e.g., PCB : Indicator light)

Patent 6146190: Electrical connector assembly for connecting flat flexible circuitry to discrete electrical terminals
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6146191: Ceiling fan with easy installation features
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting means comprising face plate or closure member for outlet box : For ceiling box : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6146192: Bulkhead connector system including angled adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Yoke)

Patent 6146193: Engaging means for stacked card connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Stacked right-angle connector for use on printed circuit board (i.e., PCB) : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6146194: Stacked 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 6146195: Stacked smart card 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 6146196: Mated coaxial contact system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6146197: Watertight end connector for coaxial cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : Having crimpable metallic cable conductor grip : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6146198: Waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Sealing : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6146199: Continuous plastic strip for use in manufacturing insulative housings in electrical connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Storage strip for a plurality of coupling parts : Within rigid coupling part shell)

Patent 6146200: Connector and a cap therefor
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Coupling part housing hinged for coupling part assembly : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)

Patent 6146201: Electrical connector having a rear shielding member shielding tail sections of contact elements of the connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6146202: Connector apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Conductive shielding material individually surrounding or interposed between mutually insulated contacts : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6146203: Low cross talk and impedance controlled electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Resilient conductive means providing additional electrical path between mating outer shield members : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6146204: Electrical couplings and components
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Resilient conductive means providing additional electrical path between mating outer shield members : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6146205: Cable 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 6146206: Power-supply connector
(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 6146207: Coupling element for two plugs, adapted male and female elements and coupling device obtained
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Two or more plural-contact coupling parts combined in one integral unit : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board)

Patent 6146208: Field connector adaptor
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having annular, push-pull-engaging contact concentrically disposed about longitudinal axis of engagement : Having bayonet-coupling contact)

Patent 6146209: Surface mountable electrical connector system
(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 6146210: Connector assembly that prevents polarization problems and uses a single aperture to perform both latching functions and guide functions
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : Having plural bayonet-coupling contacts)

Patent 6146211: Terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : With insulative covering about part of protruding portion of each contact : Insulating parts secured together by screw-threaded means)

Patent 6146212: Terminal connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Separable insulating cap and shell casing)

Patent 6146213: Wire connection with exchangeable securing member for electric connection terminal assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Insulating body having plural mutually insulated terminals or contacts (e.g., terminal block) : Modular or multipart insulating body : Modular insulating block or board : With support track for receiving plural insulating blocks or boards : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 6146214: Connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by superposition of insulating body parts : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6146215: Terminal fitting and waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : With guiding means for inserted contact : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6146216: Electrical wire connector
(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 6146217: Terminal unit
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : With movably attached user manipulated means or having user grippable means for manually distorting resilient part : With separate means to increase clamping pressure of spring clip)

Patent 6146218: Universal platform for human powered floatation devices
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Rotary cranking arm : Having endless drive member : Chain and sprocket : Spur gearing)

Patent 6146219: Reverse propulsion and control means for water jet powered boats
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Direction control for fluid jet : Including gear means)

Patent 6146220: Pedestal mount for an outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Produced by combustion)

Patent 6146221: Steering lock for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Having restraining means : Chain and sprocket)

Patent 6146222: Cooling device in outboard engine system
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Shafting : Supporting strut)

Patent 6146223: Marine propulsion unit with water inlets in all quadrants of the front portion of its torpedo-shape gearcase
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6146224: High efficiency hydrofoil and swim fin designs
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)

Patent 6146225: Transparent, flexible permeability barrier for organic electroluminescent devices
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6146226: Fabrication of electron-emitting device having ladder-like emitter electrode
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6146227: Method for manufacturing carbon nanotubes as functional elements of MEMS devices
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6146228: Method for vacuum assembling a flat display screen
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making : With sealing :)

Patent 6146229: Cathode structure for reduced emission and robust handling properties
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Hermetically assembling plural parts)

Patent 6146230: Composition for electron emitter of field emission display and method for producing electron emitter using the same
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Emissive type : Emissive type)

Patent 6146231: Flying toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Including rotary wing (e.g., helicopter, flying propeller, autogyro, etc.) : And means to rotate wing : Separable rotating means : Including flaccid pulling element :)

Patent 6146232: Toy logs having novel shape
(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 6146233: Spinning top
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Top : And means for spinning : Cord impeller : Including sounder, figure, or vehicle)

Patent 6146234: Ascending/descending mechanism
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Including guide for ascending or descending figure : Figure)

Patent 6146235: Movement assembly, particularly for the legs of a doll
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having mechanism or manipulatable means to move figure or figure portion : Including motive-power means or hand-crank mechanism : Motive-power means intrinsic to figure : Human figure having movably attached arm or leg portion moved by motive power means : Walking : Relatively moving portions of one figure)

Patent 6146236: Noisemaker
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SOUNDING : Percussion : Unsecured loosely confined percussive member (e.g., rattle) : Guide means secured centrally of wheel)

Patent 6146237: Toy finger operated bicycle
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Motorcycle, tricycle or bicycle : And battery holder on rolling or tumbling toy)

Patent 6146238: Toy storage and play scenario box
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : BUILDING, TOWER, BRIDGE OR HABITATION : Folding or collapsible : Having specific body structure)

Patent 6146239: Brassiere with shirt sleeve retaining loop
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES :)

Patent 6146240: Garment accessory
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : FOR LOWER TORSO INCLUDING THIGHS, E.G., CORSET, GIRDLES : Comprising sheet rubber or deposited rubber or latex : Detachable, e.g., convertible to strapless)

Patent 6146241: Apparatus for uniform chemical mechanical polishing by intermittent lifting and reversible rotation
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6146242: Optical view port for chemical mechanical planarization endpoint detection
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 6146243: Method and apparatus for finishing works magnetically by generating alternating magnetic fields
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Tumbling : With preparation of shield)

Patent 6146244: Substrate produced by using alumina particles as an abrasive
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium)

Patent 6146245: Method of and device for machining flat parts
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium)

Patent 6146246: Method for supplying flush fluid
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium)

Patent 6146247: Method and apparatus for grinding the surface of a work
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier : Table dog actuated)

Patent 6146248: Method and apparatus for in-situ end-point detection and optimization of a chemical-mechanical polishing process using a linear polisher
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6146249: Apparatus and method for polishing a flat surface using a belted polishing pad
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6146250: Process for forming a semiconductor device
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6146251: Polishing method, method of manufacturing an optical device, and a liquid suspension used for polishing
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Lens : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier)

Patent 6146252: Method of machining a thermosetting laminate
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Edging : Edging)

Patent 6146253: Apparatus and method for precision grinding face gear
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Gear or worm abrading : Edging)

Patent 6146254: Sander having two or more sander wheels
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 6146256: Clamping wafer holder for chemical-mechanical planarization machines and method for using it
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)

Patent 6146257: Manually-operated sharpening apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Stationary tool : Rigid : Reciprocating work holder : Blade sharpener : Turret)

Patent 6146258: Abrasive cleaning apparatus
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)

Patent 6146259: Carrier head with local pressure control for a chemical mechanical polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Hydraulically actuated)

Patent 6146260: Polishing machine
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Hydraulically actuated)

Patent 6146261: Method and apparatus for producing and filling a tubular packaging casing
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Casing handling : Inflation pressure control)

Patent 6146262: Support structure for explosion-containing tank
(BUTCHERING : TENDERIZERS : Fluid impingement type)

Patent 6146263: Apparatus and method for cleaning poultry
(BUTCHERING : WASHER : Loin remover)

Patent 6146264: Paint booth airflow control system
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Spray booth : Having air inlet separate from access opening : Ceiling inlet : And skirt deflector extending outwardly from chimney or stack)

Patent 6146265: Vehicle air outlet assembly
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 6146266: Method and apparatus for providing a purified resource in a manufacturing facility
(VENTILATION : CLEAN ROOM : Having blower)

Patent 6146267: Device for separating two zones with different environment
(VENTILATION : HAVING PROTECTING AIR CURRENT : Having blower)

Patent 6146268: Sensor for harvesting machines
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : MEANS RESPONSIVE TO A SENSED CONDITION : Grain loss : Drive interrupt)

Patent 6146269: Apparatus for and method of determining win for competitive video game, and recording medium storing win determining program
(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.) : Martial-art type (e.g., boxing, fencing, wrestling, etc.) :)

Patent 6146270: Auxiliary game with random prize generation
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : With chance element or event (e.g., backgammon, Scrabble, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.) : Ultimate outcome dependant upon summation of plural card or tile values (e.g., blackjack, etc.) :)

Patent 6146271: Multiple play pick one poker
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : With chance element or event (e.g., backgammon, Scrabble, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.) : Ultimate outcome dependant upon relative odds of a card or tile combination (e.g., poker, etc.) :)

Patent 6146272: Conditional lottery system
(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 6146273: Progressive jackpot gaming system with secret bonus pool
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Credit/debit monitoring or manipulation (e.g., game entry, betting, prize level, etc.) : Pool amount (e.g., jackpot, etc.) : Pool carryover (e.g., progressive jackpot, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.))

Patent 6146274: Cabinet and hopper combination for gaming machines including a controller and monitor for opening and closing thereof
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Access or authorization (e.g., game selection, security, etc.) : Pool amount (e.g., jackpot, etc.))

Patent 6146275: Image processing apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Perceptible output or display (e.g., tactile, etc.) : Visual (e.g., enhanced graphics, etc.) : Parimutuel pool)

Patent 6146276: Programmable electronic activity detector and command generator for electronic devices
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Perceptible output or display (e.g., tactile, etc.) : Audible : Image projection)

Patent 6146277: Command input method and recording medium
(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.) : Network type (e.g., computer network, etc.))

Patent 6146278: Shooting video game machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : SIMULATED-PROJECTILE GAME, TARGET THEREFOR, OR ACCESSORY : Coindence detection or indication means (e.g., aim detector, "hit" -indicator, etc.) : Having active target (e.g., moving target, "hit" responsive, etc.))

Patent 6146279: Torque damping device, in particular clutch friction, particularly for motor vehicles
(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 : Interposed friction or braking element : With biasing means :)

Patent 6146280: Spring biased universal 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 directed pin : Wheel mounted on rolling body)

Patent 6146281: Outer joint part of a constant velocity ball 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 : Particular pivotal mounting for pin)

Patent 6146282: Water slide system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : BODY SLIDE : Water slide : Coiled type)

Patent 6146283: Golf putting training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Anchored (e.g., tethered, etc.) projectile : Force or direction indicator associated with projectile moving around a horizontal axis : Linear spring indicator)

Patent 6146284: Putting green apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Projectile addressing surface and target, or distance marker (e.g., course, putting green with cup, driving range, miniature golf course, etc.) : Non-earth fairway : Target is surface positioned aperture : Selectively contourable (e.g., slope simulating surface, etc.) : Pictorial flight path image display)

Patent 6146285: Putter alignment device and method of using same
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Attachable to foot)

Patent 6146286: Golf club head and a golf club using this head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Having longitudinal recess or projection)

Patent 6146287: Golf club head with weighted sole in stiffened region
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Selectively adjustable weighting element : Plural grooves)

Patent 6146288: UV-curable clear coat for golf balls
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse cover and interior : Plural diverse layers)

Patent 6146289: Powered movable hitting tee
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Means removably supporting projectile in position to be struck and thereby projected by player (e.g., batting tee, etc.) : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6146291: Baseball bat having a tunable shaft
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Bat (e.g., baseball bat, etc.) : Of metallic-shell structure : Blade construction or accessory)

Patent 6146292: Throwing good for use in sky diving
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Bat (e.g., baseball bat, etc.))

Patent 6146293: Hockey puck having self-leveling means
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Disk- or ring-shaped (e.g., ice hockey puck, etc.) : Vane structure (i.e., flight guiding or stabilizing means))

Patent 6146294: Method and device for the operation of a flexible drive mechanism
(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.) : Including coaxial pulleys rotated in opposite directions by single endless belt simultaneously engaging both pulleys)

Patent 6146295: Encapsulated roller for helical bearing surfaces
(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 : Including device for shifting belt laterally of its direction of run)

Patent 6146296: Multiple speed transmission for connecting an air conditioner compressor of a vehicle to the engine of the vehicle
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including separate belt on each of coaxial pulleys selectively engaged in drive train : With guide roll)

Patent 6146297: Bicycle automatic shift control device with varying shift speeds
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including belt shiftable axially from one to another surface of stepped pulley or coaxial pulleys of different diameter : Selection by axially movable pin engaged in opening through selected pulley)

Patent 6146298: Band adapter for front derailleur
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including belt shiftable axially from one to another surface of stepped pulley or coaxial pulleys of different diameter : And including belt-shifter mechanism : Plural guide rolls)

Patent 6146299: Split drive sprocket for a conveyor belt
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : HUB FORMED IN SECTIONS AND SEPARABLE BY MOVING SECTIONS RADIALLY APART (E.G., SPLIT PULLEY TO FACILITATE INSTALLATION, ETC.) : Plural belts in series via countershaft)

Patent 6146300: Tensioner device for chain drive mechanism
(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 6146301: Support body for tensioning device
(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 6146302: Power transmitting system for a hybrid motor vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Including electric motor input : And electric motor input)

Patent 6146303: Drive unit for a hoist
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : ELECTRIC OR MAGNETIC DRIVE OR CONTROL : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake)

Patent 6146304: Vehicle differential
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : And roller bearing supporting worm from casing)

Patent 6146305: Six speed planetary transmission with two simple planetary gear sets
(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)

Patent 6146306: Automobile transmission device
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Brake or clutch on surface of helically coiled member : Sun shiftable relative to orbit and carrier)

Patent 6146307: Speed ratio controller and control method of automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Electrically actuated brake)

Patent 6146308: Creep torque control of infinitely variable transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Belt-type : Fluid pressure control : Ratio change controlled : With electric valve control :)

Patent 6146309: System and method for preventing overheat of torque converter
(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 6146310: Adaptive automated transmission downshift control
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : Downshift : Speed responsive control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6146311: Automatic transmission hydraulic circuit
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : With fluid accumulator : Electric valve control)

Patent 6146312: Belt for improving posture and abdominal muscle training
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control :)

Patent 6146313: Cross training exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Grip)

Patent 6146314: Pedal-type exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 6146315: Treadmill
(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 6146316: Convertible user manipulated force resisting apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : Entire body)

Patent 6146317: Exercising device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Resilient component attached to stationary support : Stationary support serves as common support for user : Edge engaging braking element)

Patent 6146318: Push and pull type roller exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing force resistance generated by user only : Rolled by or against user : Stationary support serves as common support for user)

Patent 6146319: Exercise grip
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : User interface element : Including plural, movable, interface elements for multiple exercises)

Patent 6146320: Conductive roll
(ROLL OR ROLLER : CONCENTRIC LAYERED ANNULUS : Specific composition : With rubber or elastomer cover : With minor interruptions)

Patent 6146321: Dispensing table and guide system for a cushioning conversion machine
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Crushing or crumpling : Of longitudinally moving work)

Patent 6146322: Irradiating filament and method of making same
(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 6146323: Delivery catheter for a radioisotope stent
(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 6146324: Magnetic analgesic therapeutic device
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.) : Pulsating field)

Patent 6146325: Ventricular assist device
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 6146326: Endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : Articulated segments : Having tool raising platform)

Patent 6146327: Method for in vivo measurement of coagulation rate
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Physical characteristics of blood : Coagulation : Determining ion concentration/partial pressure)

Patent 6146328: Method and apparatus for ultrasonic beamforming using golay-coded excitation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6146329: Ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6146330: Ultrasound diagnosis apparatus for generating an image based on extracted harmonics component
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6146331: Method for improved clutter suppression for ultrasonic color doppler imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Blood flow studies : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6146332: Movement detector
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Detecting body movement attending breathing : Detecting heart sound)

Patent 6146333: Acoustic fertility monitor and detector
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Monitoring fertility cycle : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6146334: Measurement of pain
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sensitivity to vibration : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6146335: Apparatus for methods for the assessment of neuromuscular function of the lower extremity
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sensitivity to electric stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6146336: Method and device for measuring the intra-cranial pressure in the skull of a test subject
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring fluid pressure in body : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6146337: Holder for blood collection needle with blunting mechanism
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Manually supported collector with rigid intake tube (e.g., a hollow needle, etc.) : Applying suction to sample)

Patent 6146338: Apparatus for deflecting a catheter or lead
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6146339: Guide wire with operator controllable tip stiffness
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6146340: Electromagnetic shock wave source having a mechanically prestressed electrically conductive membrane
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Contact-free comminution of concretion : Hyperthermia)

Patent 6146341: Continuously and externally driven motion training device of joint
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Applicator having specific movement)

Patent 6146342: Massage pad with a plurality of randomly actuated pressure inducing elements
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Couch, chair, or body support : Movable membrane : Vibrator support for cushion structure (e.g., spring))

Patent 6146343: Ball massage device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Rolling with body or bodies disposed on single axis : Including bodies disposed above user)

Patent 6146344: Lower limb orthotic brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Shaped or shapeable :)

Patent 6146345: Belt-like support device for a part of the human body
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6146346: Sports brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6146347: Appliance and method for treating carpal tunnel syndrome
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : Hand or wrist : With toe protector or use enabling means)

Patent 6146348: Thumb wrist splint and method
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : Hand or wrist : With toe protector or use enabling means)

Patent 6146349: Natural foot orthosis and method of manufacturing the same
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6146350: Ankle brace with removable single piece hinge
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6146351: Method of reducing delayed onset muscle soreness
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : Compressive elongate wrap (e.g., generic wrapping materials) : Perineal support)

Patent 6146352: Implantable drainage valve for the treatment of hydrocephalus
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : Body inserted tubular conduit structure)

Patent 6146353: Smoke extraction device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)

Patent 6146354: Asymmetrical multi-lumen apheresis catheter with balanced flow rates
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Method : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)

Patent 6146355: Steerable catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Conduit with self-propelled or remote control means : Closure moved by relative movement between closure and separate protruding member)

Patent 6146356: Block copolymer elastomer catheter balloons
(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 6146357: Balloon occlusion diameter and pressure measuring devices and methods of use
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having indicator means : Displaying inflation or deflation data : One-way valve)

Patent 6146358: Method and apparatus for delivery of therapeutic agent
(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.) : Delivering fluid or material from external surface of inflated means : Lumen extending from proximal end to aperture proximal of inflated means)

Patent 6146359: Apparatus for controlledly warming low flow rate infusates
(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 cooling or heating body, treating or collected material or device : Electric means : Expansion actuated by rotatable means (e.g, threaded or cammed member, etc.))

Patent 6146360: Medication delivery 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 : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by pump : Means broken, cut, pierced, or torn to permit material flow)

Patent 6146361: Medication delivery pen having a 31 gauge 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.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material reservoir (e.g., cartridge, etc.) removably mounted in syringe : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))

Patent 6146362: Needleless IV medical delivery system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Having flow closing or opening means (e.g., plug, cap, seal, etc.) : Mounted in material reservoir)

Patent 6146363: Anti-infection 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.) : With body soluble, antibactericidal or lubricating materials on conduit : Mounted in material reservoir)

Patent 6146364: Medical device having a branch and process for producing the 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.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Having branched shapes (e.g., T or Y drains, etc.) : Providing docking element, port or seal)

Patent 6146365: Hygienic glove toilet paper
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Glove for applying or removing material to or from wearer's hand : Implantable reservoir having inlet or outlet)

Patent 6146366: Device for the treatment of macular degeneration and other eye disorders
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Means for treating eye or surface of ocular cavity : Implantable reservoir having inlet or outlet)

Patent 6146367: Training pants for infants
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Needled or punched layer)

Patent 6146368: Diaper to eliminate bed sores
(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 : Gathered portion : Body or body member encircling belt, strap, or harness)

Patent 6146369: Mechanical closure with slit carrier for disposable diapers
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By fabric strip fastener element (e.g., hook and loop type fastener) : With release means associated with tab fastner)

Patent 6146370: Devices and methods for preventing distal embolization from the internal carotid artery using flow reversal by partial occlusion of the external
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Having air or gas venting passage)

Patent 6146371: Oval-shaped cardiac 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 6146372: Apparatus and method for the percutaneous insertion of a pediatric intra-aortic balloon catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : Therapeutic material introduced into or removed from vasculature : By catheter : With associated advancing or guiding means :)

Patent 6146373: Catheter system and method for injection of a liquid embolic composition and a solidification agent
(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 6146374: Disconnect for medical access devices
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Shaped for cardiovascular system)

Patent 6146375: Device and method for internal surface sclerostomy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic : Cataracts or glaucoma :)

Patent 6146376: Pulsed light source
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Beam energy control or monitoring)

Patent 6146377: Breast stabilization devices and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Beam energy control or monitoring)

Patent 6146378: Placement guide for ablation devices
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cyrogenic application : Internal application : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens))

Patent 6146379: Systems and methods for creating curvilinear lesions in body tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6146380: Bent tip electrical surgical probe
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6146381: Catheter having distal region for deflecting axial forces
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6146382: Occipito-cervical stabilization system and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6146383: Pivotal securing system at a bone screw
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6146384: Orthopedic fixation device and method of implantation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6146385: Repairing cartilage
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 6146386: Cable operated bone anchor compressor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Wiring aid : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))

Patent 6146387: Cannulated tissue anchor system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Screw or pin placement or removal means : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))

Patent 6146388: Rocking apparatus for manipulating element in the eye
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6146389: Stent deployment device and method for deploying a stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6146390: Apparatus and method for photogrammetric surgical localization
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 6146391: Laparoscopic forceps
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Means for clamping needle to handle : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6146392: Needle holding and manipulating instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Means for clamping needle to handle : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6146393: External tubular stapling device for anastomosing a vascular graft to an anastomosing sheath
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Alignment device (e.g., approximators))

Patent 6146394: Vascular clamp and method for using the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Occluding clip, clamp, or band : Artery or vein : Removable)

Patent 6146395: Ablation burr
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6146396: Declotting method and apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6146397: Endarterectomy loop
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6146398: Antiseptic tool for body pierced openings
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for cleaning eye, ear or nose : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6146399: Tissue cutting clamp apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6146400: Trocar introducer system and methods of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 6146401: Expandable multifunctional instruments for creating spaces at obstructed sites endoscopically
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Acupuncture means)

Patent 6146402: Endotracheal tube guide introducer and method of intubation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6146403: Variable expansion force stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)

Patent 6146404: Removable thrombus filter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6146405: Ophthalmic applanator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Head : Eye : Detachable from inflation means)

Patent 6146406: Bone anchor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6146407: Suture anchor installation devices and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6146408: Apparatus and method for anchoring sutures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6146409: Therapeutic methods and devices for irradiating columnar environments
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 6146410: Apparatus for the photodynamic treatment of living beings or organs thereof
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 6146411: Cooling system for indwelling heat exchange catheter
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : With temperature sensing)

Patent 6146412: Apparatus and method for simulating an inflatable thermal blanket to test an air source
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Dry gas : Blood)

Patent 6146413: Therapeutic cold pack for hand, wrist and forearm
(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 6146414: Medical graft and construction of the same
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Including means for graft delivery (e.g., delivery sheath, ties, threads, etc.) : Helically wound)

Patent 6146415: Stent delivery system
(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 6146416: Medical stents for body lumens exhibiting peristaltic motion
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)

Patent 6146417: Tubular stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)

Patent 6146418: Body implant and method of implanting
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : BREAST PROSTHESIS : Implantable : Material characteristic of lens)

Patent 6146419: Method for forming a hollow prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Implantable)

Patent 6146420: Osteogenic fusion device
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Including spinal disc spacer between adjacent spine bones : One filament)

Patent 6146421: Multiple axis intervertebral prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Having opposed bone-plates which moves relative to one another : One filament)

Patent 6146422: Prosthetic nucleus replacement for surgical reconstruction of intervertebral discs and treatment method
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Including spinal disc spacer between adjacent spine bones : One filament)

Patent 6146423: Patella replacement apparatus
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Knee joint bone : Patellar bone : Patellar made of two connected pieces :)

Patent 6146424: Offset press-fit tibial stem
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Knee joint bone : Tibial bone : Tibial stem structure : Movable)

 

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