Patents 6149481 - 6149735

 

 

Patent 6149481: Extended life disposable pulse oximetry sensor and method of making
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Generating gas or vapor from reactive compostion containing a reducing agent)

Patent 6149482: Method for manufacturing flat plate with precise bulkhead, flat plate with precise bulkhead, method for manufacturing plasma display unit
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6149483: Cleaning of components of flat panel display
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6149484: Method of making field emission display having a mechanical support/getter assembly
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Including evacuating, degasifying or gas, vapor, liquid or meltable or sublimable solid introduction : By gettering : CRT mask mounting)

Patent 6149485: Collapsible building block for erecting toy buildings that fall down flat
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING PORTIONS KNOCKED APART OR AWRY BY IMPACT :)

Patent 6149486: Bubble generating assembly
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING MEANS FOR FORMING TRANSITORY BUBBLE : Having retractable coin slot or guard)

Patent 6149487: Multi-purpose interlocking block
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Including connectable panels or strips : Connected with adjacent edges transversely oriented : Extending transversely through panel or strip)

Patent 6149488: Water balloon dart
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFLATABLE : Having fluid-driven rotatable radial blade (e.g., pinwheel))

Patent 6149489: Infant amusement device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFANT'S TOY AND MEANS FOR RETAINING, ATTACHING, OR SUPPORTING TOY IN INFANT'S ENVIRONMENT : Figure)

Patent 6149490: Interactive toy
(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 : About horizontal axis)

Patent 6149491: Self-propelled doll responsive to sound
(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 6149492: Multifunction game call
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SOUNDING : Head)

Patent 6149493: Turkey call and accessories
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SOUNDING : Head)

Patent 6149494: Toy with a moving body movable on a platform
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including vehicle-carried control mechanism activated or deactivated in response to contact with extrinxic structure : And battery holder on rolling or tumbling toy)

Patent 6149495: Confetti and theatrical snow delivery device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INCLUDING DISPENSER : Wheeled vehicle)

Patent 6149496: Hidden front-closure brassiere
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Separable at front center : Pads, per se.)

Patent 6149497: Foundation garment for the relief of menstrual discomfort
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : FOR LOWER TORSO INCLUDING THIGHS, E.G., CORSET, GIRDLES : Girth adjustment by predetermined increments : Detachably secured to garment)

Patent 6149498: Semiconductor wafer handling system
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6149499: Polishing apparatus and polishing method
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6149500: Precision polishing method using hermetically sealed chambers
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6149501: Superelastic endodontic instrument, method of manufacture, and apparatus therefor
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Drill, thread, thread cutter, reamer, or rotary cutter abrading : Edging)

Patent 6149502: Crankshaft machining method
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Roll, roller, shaft, ball, or piston abrading : Edging)

Patent 6149503: Method and apparatus for supporting a crankshaft in a grinding machine for grinding the crankpins of the crankshaft
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Roll, roller, shaft, ball, or piston abrading : Edging)

Patent 6149504: Method and apparatus for profile mirror surface grinding
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6149505: Cavitational polishing pad conditioner
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6149506: Lapping apparatus and method for high speed lapping with a rotatable abrasive platen
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing nonrigid tool : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 6149507: Wafer polishing apparatus having measurement device and polishing method
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Scouring or polishing means : Edging)

Patent 6149508: Chemical mechanical planarization system
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : With nonabrading means : Having means to refurbish abrading tool : Drill)

Patent 6149509: Removable nozzle for a sandblaster handpiece
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having hand-directed sandblast nozzle : And separation means)

Patent 6149510: Abrading blade
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6149511: Ergonomically friendly random orbital sander construction
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Orbital motion tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6149512: Linear pad conditioning apparatus
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Dressing : Internal abrader)

Patent 6149513: Ceiling grille for air conditioner of recreational vehicle
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having exterior door)

Patent 6149514: Cover for foundation vents, kit and method for production thereof
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific cover or shield for exterior vent opening : Wall type : Having adjustable valve)

Patent 6149515: Combination moisture elimination louver and air flow sensor and method
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific cover or shield for exterior vent opening : Wall type : Louver : Sliding or axially moveable)

Patent 6149516: Soffit vent apparatus
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Having readliy movable air regulating louver, damper, or cover : Including backdraft preventer : Including backdraft preventer)

Patent 6149517: End-ventilating adjustable pitch arcuate roof ventilator
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Along roof ridge : Along roof ridge)

Patent 6149518: Form/label combination and method
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES FOR MANIFOLDING : STRIP : Continuous : With strip retaining means : And perforated strip guide or stop means)

Patent 6149519: Electronic game device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) :)

Patent 6149520: Video game method and apparatus for effecting character movement and ball control determination
(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.) : Simulated court game or athletic event (e.g., soccer, basketball, etc.) :)

Patent 6149521: Video poker game with multiplier card
(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 6149522: Method of authenticating game data sets in an electronic casino gaming system
(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 6149523: Image synthesis method, games machine and information storage medium with sequence checking
(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 6149524: Constant velocity joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : HAVING LUBRICATING MEANS : For coupling having torque transmitted via a ball : Pin includes longitudinally extending internal passage)

Patent 6149525: Power transfer apparatus having a vibration dampening mechanism which provides structural support for the apparatus
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : FLUID COUPLING : Including member deformable by relative movement between shafts)

Patent 6149526: Variable length steering shaft for steering mechanisms of motor vehicles
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Nonmetallic element : Extending between radially overlapping surfaces on driving and driven members : Nonmetallic)

Patent 6149527: Apparatus for imparting rotary motion through a flex point
(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 : Plural pins carried by intermediate member with pin ends spaced 90 degrees apart : Split yoke)

Patent 6149528: Amusement ride vehicle folding seat
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : ROUNDABOUT : Occupant or article carriage follows stationary, horizontally winding, track or platform : Disk, ring, or bowl)

Patent 6149529: Combination football and skating game with enclosed ramp field and different scoring zones
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SURFACE FOR WHEELED OR GLIDING VEHICLE : For wheeled vehicle (e.g., for bicycle, roller skate, etc.) : For dog)

Patent 6149530: Billiard table base configuration
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Table or gameboard : Table attached ball rack : With conveying chutes interconnecting pockets with ball rack :)

Patent 6149531: Method for training golf putting skills
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With lighting (e.g., laser, etc.) means attachable to or integral with implement : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6149532: Golf ball impact detection system for improving a golf swing
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With electrical sensor or electrical indicator : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6149533: Golf club
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Selectively adjustable weighting element : Embedded in head : Elongated horizontal bore : Used for putting)

Patent 6149534: Bi-metallic golf club head with single plane interface
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Hollow body : Having particular sole plate)

Patent 6149535: Golf ball with spun elastic threads
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Liquid interior : Particular material composition or mass distribution)

Patent 6149536: Multi-layer ionomeric golf ball containing filler and method of the same
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Plural diverse layers : Nonwound layer)

Patent 6149537: Methods for training golf putting skills
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Method : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6149538: Handle for striking device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Racket or paddle; accessory therefor (e.g., a tennis racket, tennis racket press, etc.) : Handle or grip structure : Dispensing, cooled, or externally ventilated : Hoop or the net, pocket, or support structure therefor)

Patent 6149539: Long life bat
(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.) : Having elongated blade (e.g., hockey stick, etc.))

Patent 6149540: Continuously variable transmission system with engine braking
(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 6149541: Gas actuated derailleur having an indexing mechanism for setting a chain guide in a plurality of fixed positions
(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 6149542: Anti-tilt belt tensioner and method for installing the same
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Pulley or guide roll has eccentric mount for shifting or tensioning movement : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 6149543: Compounder assembly with controllable overrunning clutch
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : With flywheel or centrifugal weight control)

Patent 6149544: Drive system for a motor vehicle with a drive unit and electric machine, and method of operating the system
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : ELECTRIC ENGINE : With clutch control : Electric clutch : Stopped at end of cycle)

Patent 6149545: Automated transmission upshift control
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : With positive shift means : With synchronization : Electrical)

Patent 6149546: Gear change control system for automatic transmissions
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Prevents unsafe or unintentional shift : With synchronization)

Patent 6149547: Gearshift control apparatus for automatic transmission which alters pre-inertia phase hydraulic pressure command parameters for engagement
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : Speed responsive control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6149548: Element overlap control for an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : Electric valve control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6149549: Anionically derivatised cotton for improved comfort and care-free laundering
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : PATTERN EFFECT DYEING, PROCESS, COMPOSITIONS, OR PRODUCTS : Cross dyeing : Mixture of treated and untreated individual fibers : Air pressure)

Patent 6149550: Muscle strength testing apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Monitors exercise parameter : Rate of movement)

Patent 6149551: Foldable elliptical exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 6149552: Rowing and swimming exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Rowing : Rolling)

Patent 6149553: Martial arts board holding device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)

Patent 6149554: Exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)

Patent 6149555: Variable weight exercise bag
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Specifically supported)

Patent 6149556: Multilevel dumbbell support apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Barbell support : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6149557: Soft shoulder weight device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Weight worn on body of user : Barbell support)

Patent 6149558: Adjustable dumbbell
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Having securing member (e.g., locking collar, etc.) for retaining weight on bar : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6149559: Variable resistance exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : Attached to user : Edge engaging braking element)

Patent 6149560: Exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Including hold down for foot or ankle : Body inversion)

Patent 6149561: Machine and method for flexible line boring
(TOOL CHANGING : PROCESS :)

Patent 6149562: Manual tool changing apparatus
(TOOL CHANGING : WITH MEANS TO CONDITION OR ADJUST TOOL OR TOOL SUPPORT : Responsive to tool)

Patent 6149563: Calender
(ROLL OR ROLLER : WITH ANTIDEFLECTION MEANS : Rotatable relative to supporting shaft :)

Patent 6149564: Toner supply roll including porous cylindrical polyurethane sponge structure having skin layer having openings and alternate protrusions
(ROLL OR ROLLER : WITH SPECIFIC ROLLER EXTERIOR SURFACE STRUCTURE : Surface projections, indentations, or slits : Printing or copying)

Patent 6149565: Method and apparatus for producing bags in two rows with subsequent stacking, especially for the production of bags from flattened blown
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Responsive to work material, the product or means engaging the work material or the product : To actuate cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading means : Plural interrelated sensors)

Patent 6149566: Heating device for heat-sealing bottom portions of containers
(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.) : Securing : Including heat sealing : By direct application of fluid : Application of adhesive to moving work)

Patent 6149567: Method for manufacturing a paper-based container, devices for its implementation and containers obtained
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Bottom to satchel-bottom-folded bag : Plastically deformable)

Patent 6149568: Method of folding an airbag for a vehicle safety restraint
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : Sequential, diverse folds : And cooperating reciprocatory folder)

Patent 6149569: Centrifuge apparatus with measuring device on a transparent cover
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR INDICATING, INSPECTING, MEASURING, SIGNALING OR TESTING : For controlling drive of (a) bowl or (b) driven means within bowl)

Patent 6149570: Self-retaining rotor lid
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING MEANS OR STRUCTURE FOR PROMOTING SAFETY : For controlling drive of (a) bowl or (b) driven means within bowl)

Patent 6149571: Centrifuge having a rotor with convex surface matching concave surface of nut for securing rotor on drive shaft
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING PLURALITY OF MINIATURE BOWLS (E.G., TEST TUBES) DISTRUBUTED ABOUT ROTATABLE CARRIER AND READILY REMOVABLE THEREFROM : Having bowls, or holders therefor, pivotaby attached to carrier for tilting during rotation of carrier : Including conduit of flexible umbilical cable type)

Patent 6149572: Continuous centrifugal separator of heavier particulate materials from light particulate materials in a slurry
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : PROCESS : Having bowls spaced along common axis of rotation)

Patent 6149573: Centrifugal separator having a clutch assembly
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including driven material-moving means therein : Rotatably driven coaxially with bowl, but differing as to direction or speed : Including plurality of discrete pushing or scraping elements moving proximate to material collecting surface of bowl : Modified blade)

Patent 6149574: Dual catheter radiation delivery system
(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 6149575: Radiation delivery catheter
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : By fluid injection of radioactive or enhancing agent through body piercing conduit : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6149576: Targeted hysteresis hyperthermia as a method for treating tissue
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.))

Patent 6149577: Apparatus and method for creating a substantially contained, finite magnetic field useful for relieving the symptoms pain and discomfort
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Electromagnetic coil : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules))

Patent 6149578: Piston-action intra-aortic coronary assist device
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Aortic balloon pumping : Pulsating field)

Patent 6149579: Semen storage container and its stopper
(SURGERY : REPRODUCTION AND FERTILIZATION TECHNIQUES : Artificial insemination : Implanted)

Patent 6149580: Medical device to aid in ejaculation
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))

Patent 6149581: Device and method for access to the colon and small bowel of a patient
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 6149582: Front end structure of stereoscopic endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Stereoscopic : Plural)

Patent 6149583: Device and method for isolating a surgical site
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 6149584: IMA Retractor
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With holder : Supporting frame : Three sided rectangular frame : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 6149585: Diagnostic enhancement method and apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6149586: System and method for diagnosing executive dysfunctions using virtual reality and computer simulation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6149587: Integrated, peripheral vascular diagnostic system and method therefor
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6149588: Blood sugar value measuring method and apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet radiation directed on or through body or constituent released therefrom : Glucose : Using fluorescent emission determination)

Patent 6149589: On-line and real-time spectroreflectometry measurement of oxygenation in a patient's eye
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet radiation directed on or through body or constituent released therefrom : Determining constituents in eye : Fetal tissue)

Patent 6149590: System for identifying premature rupture of membrane during pregnancy
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Holder for color indicator (e.g., fertility tester) : Determining ion concentration/partial pressure)

Patent 6149591: Refractometric devices especially adapted for the in vivo detection of refractive indices of cervical mucus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Measuring force required to produce standard or measured eye flattening (applanation))

Patent 6149592: Integrated fluoroscopic projection image data, volumetric image data, and surgical device position data
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : With tomographic imaging obtained from electromagnetic wave : Combined with therapeutic or diagnostic device : Coil)

Patent 6149593: Method and apparatus for detecting beta radiation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Nuclear radiation (e.g., radioactive emission, etc.) : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6149594: Automatic ultrasound measurement system and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6149595: Noninvasive apparatus and method for the determination of cardiac valve function
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Used as an indicator of another parameter (e.g., temperature, pressure, viscosity) : Catheter structure)

Patent 6149596: Ultrasonic catheter apparatus and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)

Patent 6149597: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging using contrast medium
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Contrast enhancement : Blood flow studies)

Patent 6149598: Ultrasound endoscope
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : CW Doppler)

Patent 6149599: Method for manufacturing an end portion surrounding a catheter-mounted phased-array ultrasound transducer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : With beam directing or shaping means in the wave path (e.g., lens, reflector) : Blood flow measurement)

Patent 6149600: Blood pressure measuring device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Occluder structure : Pressure in inflatable occluder automatically raised above systolic pressure)

Patent 6149601: Determining the rhythm of the spontaneous depolarization of the myocardium
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Detecting heartbeat electric signal : Testing artificially regulated or assisted heart : Pressure in inflatable occluder automatically raised above systolic pressure)

Patent 6149602: User-worn electrocardiogram viewer device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Detecting heartbeat electric signal : Signal display or recording : Detecting means associated with exercise machine)

Patent 6149603: Method and apparatus for determining whether an intubated patient has been properly intubated
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Qualitative or quantitative analysis of breath component : Detecting heart sound)

Patent 6149604: Instrument for measuring saliva viscoelasticity to determine female fertile period
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Monitoring fertility cycle : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6149605: Oto-acoustic emission analyzer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Ear or testing by auditory stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6149606: Method and device for use in the diagnosis of inflammatory states in the urogenital tract
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6149607: Multiple sample biopsy device
(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 6149608: Skin prickers
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Wiping or dabbing)

Patent 6149609: Method and apparatus for improving vision
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 6149610: Method for massaging the neck and the face and device for realising the same
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : With light, thermal, magnetic, or electrical application : Applied to bust)

Patent 6149611: Foot massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : With light, thermal, magnetic, or electrical application : Applicator having specific movement : Foot : Electrical application)

Patent 6149612: Rehabilitative apparatus for treating reflex sympathetic dystrophy
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Applicator having specific movement)

Patent 6149613: Heel elevating device
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Hand or wrist)

Patent 6149614: Medical adhesive composite and package
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : System for adhesive layer release (e.g., release sheet) : Absorbent)

Patent 6149615: Opto-cupped pedia patch
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Perforated)

Patent 6149616: Bandage for the knee joint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Toenail appliance)

Patent 6149617: Tennis elbow band and method
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Toenail appliance)

Patent 6149618: Tightening tool for muscle training and muscle training method using same
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : Compressive elongate wrap (e.g., generic wrapping materials) : Perineal support)

Patent 6149619: Bra insert
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)

Patent 6149620: System and methods for electrosurgical tissue treatment in the presence of electrically conductive fluid
(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 6149621: Irrigation-aspiration apparatus
(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 : Gas injected into body canal or cavity)

Patent 6149622: Handpiece for surgical aspiration and irrigation device
(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 : Body inserted conduit with separate ingress and egress passages : With body orifice occluding means)

Patent 6149623: Delivery system for pharmaceuticals packed in pharmaceutical vials
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : With self-acting sequential flow from reservoirs)

Patent 6149624: Apparatus and method for the rapid induction of hypothermic brain preservation
(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 : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6149625: Injection aid
(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 locating or identifying point where body is to be pierced (e.g., apertured body fitting template, etc.) : Electric means)

Patent 6149626: Automatic injecting syringe 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 spring : From hand supported injection means)

Patent 6149627: Multi-patient fluid dispensing
(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 6149628: Syringe with two variable volume chambers for containing and administering mixtures of products provided separately
(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 plural material reservoirs : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 6149629: Medical needle safety apparatus and methods
(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 : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)

Patent 6149630: Syringe with squeeze release needle guard
(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 : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)

Patent 6149631: Drip impinging intravenous drip chamber
(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 : Drip meter : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)

Patent 6149632: Self-sealing septa
(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 6149633: Flow control system and method for endoscopic surgeries
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Urinary catheter)

Patent 6149634: Collecting bottle for dermabrasion treatment
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Aspiration collection container or trap (e.g., canister, etc.) : Means for removing material from surface by suction)

Patent 6149635: Incontinence appliance
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle or portion thereof inserted within body cavity : Receptacle structured for collecting urine from human female : Having means for positioning liquid dispenser relative to eye)

Patent 6149636: Disposable article having proactive sensors
(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.) : With wetness indicator or alarm : Flexible apron type)

Patent 6149637: Elastomeric disposable absorbent article and method of making same
(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.) : Containing fiber or material bonding substance : Thermoplastic : Catamenial receptacle)

Patent 6149638: Extensible absorbent article including folded layers adjacent the absorbent core
(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 6149639: Absorbent article with male and female locking elements
(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 6149640: Plastic tapes having rounded cross section and methods for making such tapes
(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 : Adhesive tab fastener element : Shoulder supported garment)

Patent 6149641: Local delivery of estrogen for angiogenesis
(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 : Enhanced absorption of therapeutic material internally using iontophoretic treatment : Axially adjustable)

Patent 6149642: Surgical instrument and method for use in hand-assisted laparoscopy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 6149643: Method and apparatus for exposing a human eye to a controlled pattern of radiation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic : Recurving or reshaping of the eye :)

Patent 6149644: Method and apparatus for epidermal treatment with computer controlled moving focused infrared light
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6149645: Apparatus and method employing lasers for removal of hair
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6149646: Monopolar tissue ablator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6149647: Apparatus and methods for tissue treatment
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6149648: Electro-surgical unit-argon beam coagulator pencil apparatus and method for operating same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : With switching or power control : With feed back control)

Patent 6149649: Radio frequency transmyocardial revascularization channel formation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)

Patent 6149650: Threaded spinal implant
(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 6149651: Device for supporting weak bony structures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6149652: Spine distraction implant and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6149653: Self-retaining anchor track and method of making and using same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)

Patent 6149654: Intra-articular drill
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 6149655: Methods and devices for the preparation, storage and administration of calcium phosphate cements
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Device for the application of bone cement : Applicator : Pressurized cement placement :)

Patent 6149656: Electrodynamic lithotriptor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for concretion removal : With fragmenting means : Fetus extractor)

Patent 6149657: Insertion tool for placement of a flexible silicone mold or positioner within a cochlea
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrode guide means : With fragmenting means)

Patent 6149658: Sutured staple surgical fasteners, instruments and methods for minimally invasive vascular and endoscopic surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 6149659: Endoscopic ligating apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Elastic band applier : By application of wax or adhesive)

Patent 6149660: Method and apparatus for delivery of an appliance in a vessel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Clip applier : Clip fed from supply : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6149661: Step knife
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6149662: Medical scissor sharpener
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Shear type (e.g., scissors, etc.) : By disconnecting cutter drive)

Patent 6149663: Guide wire brake for ablation assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Rotary cutter : Cylindrical)

Patent 6149664: Shape memory pusher introducer for vasoocclusive devices
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6149665: Intra vascular implant and method of manufacture thereof
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)

Patent 6149666: Tourniquet
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Tourniquet : Nose or throat)

Patent 6149667: Devices and methods for treating E.G. urinary stress incontinence
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Staple fastener : Screw, rack and pinion or pawl and racket)

Patent 6149669: Surgical fastener assembly method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6149670: Method and system for treating cardiac arrest using hypothermia
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Combined with nonelectrical therapy :)

Patent 6149671: Laser/sensitizer assisted immunotherapy
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : Laser application : For body member)

Patent 6149672: Device for the amplification of electromagnetic oscillations in order to influence a biological system
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : Laser application : For body member)

Patent 6149673: Method for controlling a patient's body temperature by in situ blood temperature modification
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Solar (Natural) light applicator)

Patent 6149674: Patient thermal regulation system
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Solar (Natural) light applicator)

Patent 6149676: Catheter system for controlling a patient's body temperature by in situ blood temperature modification
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : Blood : Respiratory movement)

Patent 6149677: Circulating fluid hypothermia method
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : Blood : Respiratory movement)

Patent 6149678: Polyurethane and polyurea biomaterials for use in medical devices
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Placed in body : Heart : Catheter or endocardial (inside heart) type : Respiratory movement)

Patent 6149679: Corona discharge beam treatment of neuro-cerebral disorders
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : High frequency radiation type : Hand held)

Patent 6149680: Stent loading tool
(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 6149681: Radially expanding prostheses and systems for their deployment
(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.) : Expandable stent with constraining means :)

Patent 6149682: Luminal endoprosthesis for ramification
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Bifurcated : Monofilament)

Patent 6149683: Power system for an implantable heart pump
(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 : Specific material for heart valve)

Patent 6149684: Punctum plug having a thin elongated lip and a distal starting tip and method of using
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : EYE PROSTHESIS (E.G., LENS OR CORNEAL IMPLANT, OR ARTIFICIAL EYE, ETC.) : Method of teaching use of artificial heart or part thereof)

Patent 6149685: Human eye prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : EYE PROSTHESIS (E.G., LENS OR CORNEAL IMPLANT, OR ARTIFICIAL EYE, ETC.) : Method of teaching use of artificial heart or part thereof)

Patent 6149686: Threaded spinal implant with bone ingrowth openings
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Removable)

Patent 6149687: Offset trial 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)

Patent 6149688: Artificial bone graft implant
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Having textured outer surface : Stem structure)

Patent 6149689: Implant as bone replacement
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Having textured outer surface : Stem structure)

Patent 6149690: Prosthesis suspension sleeve
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : LEG : Suspender or attachment from natural leg : Foot covering or support)

Patent 6149691: Self-inflating socket having encased gel
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : LEG : Socket holder : Cushioning means (e.g., pad or liner, etc.) : Fluid : Including sleeve around stem member)

Patent 6149692: Method and composition for incorporating radiation-absorbing agents into polymers
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING PROCESS UTILIZING ELECTRIC, MAGNETIC, OR WAVE ENERGY; OR PRODUCT THEREOF : Logwood)

Patent 6149693: Hydrocarbon gels useful in formation fracturing
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : SOLIDIFIED LIQUID (E.G., GEL, ETC.) : Liquid hydrocarbon base (e.g., gasoline, etc.) : With organic nitrogen compound : With organic or second elemental material)

Patent 6149694: Process for using animal waste as fuel
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : CONSOLIDATED SOLIDS (E.G., BRIQUETTE, ETC.) : Containing specified binder : With sewage, animal blood, or animal manure : Material acts as at least part of a wrapper or packaging)

Patent 6149695: Abrasive body
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : WITH INORGANIC MATERIAL : Cellulose or derivative thereof)

Patent 6149696: Colloidal silica slurry for NiP plated disk polishing
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : WITH INORGANIC MATERIAL : Clay, silica, or silicate :)

Patent 6149697: Removal of suspended fine particles from gases by turbulent deposition
(GAS SEPARATION : FILTER OR APERTURED DEFLECTOR UNIT DISCONTINUOUS ACROSS GAS FLOW WITHIN FLOW CONDUIT : Multiple members serially spaced in flow conduit : Filter manipulation, shaking or flexing for precluding or removing encrustation)

Patent 6149698: Apparatus for installing a ventilation fan
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure)

Patent 6149699: Method and apparatus relating to disposable filter modules for filtering air containing hazardous substances
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : In environmental air enclosure : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated)

Patent 6149700: Increased flow capacity filter
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : In motor vehicle : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated)

Patent 6149701: Vent filter module
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS SECURING OR RETAINING SEPARATING MEDIA : Hinged or pivoted retainer or clamp on backing frame or in flow line : Two confined fluids in indirect contact)

Patent 6149702: Filtering medium for air filters and process for producing the same
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS SECURING OR RETAINING SEPARATING MEDIA : Unit or cohesive sheet-like media in flow line or frame : Edge supporting or securing means for nonplanar sheet form filter (e.g., zigzag) : With tangential gas outlet)

Patent 6149703: Fuel system filtering apparatus
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS SECURING OR RETAINING SEPARATING MEDIA : Unit or cohesive sheet-like media in flow line or frame : Gasket or sealing means : With additional transversely arranged members)

Patent 6149704: Ferromagnetic powder for dust cores, dust core, and dust core fabrication process
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : COMPOSITIONS : Consolidated metal powder compositions : With nonmetal constituent - Silicon(Si) considered a metal (e.g., cermet, etc.) : Containing Alkaline earth metal compound or Aluminum(Al) compound)

Patent 6149705: Non-lead, environmentally safe projectiles and method of making same
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : COMPOSITIONS : Consolidated metal powder compositions : With nonmetal constituent - Silicon(Si) considered a metal (e.g., cermet, etc.) : Carbide containing : Carbide only of Chromium(Cr), Molybdenum(Mo), or Tungsten(W) : Nonmetal is Boron(B) or Nitrogen(N))

Patent 6149706: Norrosion resistant sintered body having excellent ductility, sensor ring using the same, and engagement part using the same
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : COMPOSITIONS : Consolidated metal powder compositions : Base metal one or more Transition metal : Base metal one or more of Iron group, Copper(Cu), or Noble metal : Carbon(C) associated with more than one metal)

Patent 6149707: Method for pyrocleaning metal components
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : Treating multicomponent metal-containing scrap having an integral substrate to separate metal therefrom by temperature modification or chemical process at least one metal remains solid during separation : Removing nonmetal from metal : Reduction)

Patent 6149708: Process for producing sponge iron
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : Reducing in gaseous suspension : Fluidized bed : With melting of Iron(Fe) : Outside the fluidized bed :)

Patent 6149709: Method of making iron and steel
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : Reduction in presence of solid Carbon(C) containing material (e.g., coke, coal, carbides, etc.) : Including consolidation of solid Carbon(C) containing material with reducible Iron(Fe) compound : Solid Iron(Fe) produced within shaft furnace)

Patent 6149710: Additive for adding one or more metals into aluminium alloys
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Nonferrous : Aluminum(Al) : Treating molten Aluminum(Al) : Adding solid : And solid)

Patent 6149711: Method and apparatus for solar heating and distributing a mining leach solution
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : Below 300 degrees C : Using nonmetallic material which is liquid under standard conditions (e.g., hydrometallurgy, etc.) : Involving mining or in situ operation : Reduction)

Patent 6149712: Sintered high titanium agglomerates
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Consolidating metalliferous material (e.g., ore, tailings, flue dust, fluxes, etc.) by agglomerating, compacting, or heat treating; preparatory process therefor; or treating consolidated material therefrom : With heat treatment (e.g., calcinating, fusing, indurating, roasting, sintering, vaporizing, etc.) : Sintering or with agglomerating or compacting : With synthetic polymer, natural polymer, or carbohydrate : Of consolidated starting material)

Patent 6149713: Flue gas treating process
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : MAGNETIC SEPARATION : Liquid level sensed)

Patent 6149714: Process for enriched combustion using solid electrolyte ionic conductor systems
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SELECTIVE DIFFUSION OF GASES : Selective diffusion of gases through substantially solid barrier (e.g., semipermeable membrane, etc.) : Oxygen permeates barrier :)

Patent 6149715: Method for scrubbing gases
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : LIQUID CONTACTING (E.G., SORPTION, SCRUBBING, ETC.) : And deflection : Including rotation of liquid, gaseous fluid mixture, or gas-liquid mixture through 360 degrees in stationary apparatus : And cleaning of particulate media, fibrous media, or packing elements)

Patent 6149716: Method of cleaning a filter unit, and a filter unit for filtering gas
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : FILTERING : With cleaning of filter : By use of gas : Pulsed gas flow : And heating)

Patent 6149717: Electronic air cleaner with germicidal lamp
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : ELECTRIC FIELD SEPARATION APPARATUS (E.G., ELECTRICAL PRECIPITATOR, ELECTROSTATIC TYPE, ETC.) : And radioactive or ultraviolet light ionizer : Organic compound containing layer)

Patent 6149718: Contamination control system
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : SOLID SORBENT APPARATUS : Having mountable casing : Heat exchanger to regenerate)

Patent 6149719: Light sensitive invisible ink compositions and methods for using the same
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Invisible : Group VA metal atom (As, Sb, Bi))

Patent 6149720: Water-in-oil type emulsion ink for stencil printing
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Emulsion : Water in oil : Specified color former (i.e., electron donating))

Patent 6149721: Solvent-based pen inks
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Organic dye containing : Erasable, purified, correctable, fugitive, indicator, conductive, fluorescent, chromogenic, or magnetic composition : Natural wax containing (e.g., carnauba, montan, Japan, candelilla, etc.))

Patent 6149722: Phthalocyanine dyes, inks containing the same and use thereof in ink jet printing
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Organic dye containing : Organic nitrogen compound containing : The nitrogen is a ring member of a heterocyclic ring : Five-ring members in the heterocyclic ring : Acyclic azo attached directly or indirectly to the heterocyclic ring by nonionic bonding)

Patent 6149723: Engineered kaolin pigment composition for paper coating
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Silicon containing : Inorganic silicon compound, e.g., diatomaceous earth, soil, glass, sand, etc., or material derived therefrom : Aluminum compound containing, e.g., feldspar, mullite, etc. : Clay or material derived therefrom containing : Benzene ring attached directly or indirectly to the -C(=O)O- group by nonionic bonding)

Patent 6149724: Hydraulic cement with accelerated high strength development
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Aluminous cement (e.g., high alumina, calcium aluminate, etc.) : Cement clinker preparation : Specified filler, dye or pigment (e.g., silica, feldspar, carbon, talc, asbestos, slag, mineral wool, etc.))

Patent 6149725: Injection cement comprising corrosion inhibitors
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Portland type cement : Organic material containing : Organic nitrogen compound : Cellulose or silica containing (e.g., sand, etc.))

Patent 6149726: Floating doctoring apparatus
(COATING APPARATUS : SOLID MEMBER OR MATERIAL ACTING ON COATING AFTER APPLICATION : Rotary member : Strands or cords)

Patent 6149727: Substrate processing apparatus
(COATING APPARATUS : WORK HOLDERS, OR HANDLING DEVICES : With tank structure, liquid supply, control, and/or nonradiant heating means)

Patent 6149728: Semiconductor manufacturing device
(COATING APPARATUS : WITH INDICATING, TESTING, INSPECTING, OR MEASURING MEANS : Valve actuator)

Patent 6149729: Film forming apparatus and method
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6149730: Apparatus for forming films of a semiconductor device, a method of manufacturing a semiconductor device, and a method of forming thin
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Work support : Movable crucible)

Patent 6149731: Valve cleaning method
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : For metallic, siliceous, or calcareous basework, including chemical bleaching, oxidation or reduction : Including acidic agent : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 6149732: Method and apparatus for removing plastic residue
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Including acidic agent)

Patent 6149733: Apparatus and method for descaling a workpiece with a liquid jet
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With work or work parts movable during treatment : Including steam, gaseous agent or temperature feature)

Patent 6149734: Method for heat treatment of steel
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Carburizing or nitriding using externally supplied carbon or nitrogen source : Iron(Fe) or iron base alloy : With post-carburizing heating or quenching : With post-nitriding heat or quenching)

Patent 6149735: Chromate treatment bath composition and process for application to metals
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Processes of coating utilizing a reactive composition which reacts with metal substrate or composition therefore : Liquid reactive coating composition utilized : Contains an atom of chromium : Contains trivalent chromium ion or reducing agent or an organic additive : Contains an atom of iron or manganese or a group II metal atom (Be, Ca, Sr, Ba, Zn, Cd, Hg))

 

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