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Patent 6155838: Question and answer amusement device
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)
Patent 6155839: Dynamic on-line scoring guide and method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)
Patent 6155840: System and method for distributed learning
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Cathode ray screen display included in examining means : With code on audio carrier for controlling operation of apparatus)
Patent 6155841: Device for electrically connecting a mobile phone to a keyboard
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH WEARING APPAREL : Connection to lamp)
Patent 6155842: Electronic equipment having stackable housings with a printed circuit board extending from one housing into another housing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With mating connector which receives panel circuit edge : Receives plural panel circuit edges : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)
Patent 6155843: IC card connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With guide for directing panel circuit movement : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)
Patent 6155844: Electrical connector for mounting a panel-like device on a printed board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)
Patent 6155845: Electrical contact for ball grid array socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Contact soldered to panel circuit : In or for use in panel circuit aperture)
Patent 6155846: Electrical contactor assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to connector container or housing : Between parallel conductors)
Patent 6155847: Grounding device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)
Patent 6155848: Auxiliary device for ZIF electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Prong cover)
Patent 6155849: Connector coupling device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)
Patent 6155850: Cam slide electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)
Patent 6155851: Connector locking structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)
Patent 6155852: Electric connector for card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)
Patent 6155853: Data process medium connector with locking means
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)
Patent 6155854: Audio jack with improved transfer switch
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)
Patent 6155855: Device for actuating at least one shunt in a connector particularly with a movable stirrup
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH OR COMPRISING REMOVABLE CIRCUIT MODIFYING ARRANGEMENT : Contact encasing chamber)
Patent 6155856: Electronic control unit with electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : SELF ALIGNING CONTACT : With provision for axial receipt of lamp contact)
Patent 6155857: Connector and auto-parts having the connector attached thereto
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : SELF ALIGNING CONTACT : Contact mounted in floating nonconductive holder : Connector including housing or panel to support holder : Coil spring with provision to utilize conductivity thereof)
Patent 6155858: Floating electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : SELF ALIGNING CONTACT : Contact mounted in floating nonconductive holder : Connector including housing or panel to support holder : Coil spring with provision to utilize conductivity thereof)
Patent 6155859: IC socket having pressure cover and associated stopper
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : For dual inline package (DIP) : Movement-actuating or retaining means comprises cover press : Fingerlike grasping means comprising portion of coupling part)
Patent 6155860: Socket for electrical component
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including movement of coupling part about axis : Pivotal movement : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)
Patent 6155861: Socket 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 6155862: Coupled electrical connector assembly with a latch device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Laterally moving slide : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)
Patent 6155863: Electrical connector for manipulation by a suction applying tool
(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 : Finger inwardly biased during coupling or uncoupling : Retractable sheath)
Patent 6155864: Connector locking 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 : Rearwardly extending finger)
Patent 6155865: Insulation displacement contact terminal
(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 : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)
Patent 6155866: Cable connector assembly having strain relief
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH OR HAVING FLEXIBLE GUARD OR SUPPORT FOR CABLE OR CONDUCTOR : Resilient : Finger)
Patent 6155867: Cable mounting arrangement for a power supply device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Conductor gripped by or entirely within connector housing : Including longitudinally threaded connector part to effect gripping of conductor : Distinct clamp actuated by threaded connector part : Adapted to grip upon withdrawal of mating part)
Patent 6155868: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Indicator light)
Patent 6155869: Range pole with integrated power system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ENERGY CELL SUBSTITUTION DEVICE INCLUDING PLURAL CONTACTS (E.G., JUMPER) OR WITH SUPPORT MEANS FOR ENERGY CELL : Including connector housing surrounding cable)
Patent 6155870: Battery jump start system with integral cord storage pouch
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : Adapted to connect to a battery : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)
Patent 6155871: Electric cable junction box assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Outlet box : And including electrical contact for load bearing)
Patent 6155872: Stacked connector assembly having mixed-type connectors and improved shielding effectiveness
(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 6155873: Stacked electrical connector
(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 6155874: Connecting structure for electronic part and connection method thereof
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : With securing by movement of coupling part in plane of panel : Movement about connective axis; e.g., bayonet : To preformed panel circuit arrangement : Lamp or electron tube socket or base)
Patent 6155875: Multi-angle electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder : Directly attached to panel by elongated fastener in tension (e.g., rivet, bolt or screw) : Including lamp or electron tube socket)
Patent 6155876: Connector adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 6155877: Electrical card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 6155878: Electrical connector with separate shield and grounding member
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)
Patent 6155879: Connector assembly
(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 6155880: Wall-mounted receptacle adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Two or more plural-contact coupling parts combined in one integral unit : Unit includes receptacle for receiving plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Combined with plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Wherein the plug is combined with a plurality of the receptacles adapted to receive spaced-prong plug : Wherein the receptacle is adapted to receive plug having spaced prong-like contacts)
Patent 6155881: Electrical connector with signal compensation
(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 6155882: Collapsible socket connector
(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 6155883: Structure assembly-type power plug
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Having multipart insulating body : Insulating parts secured together by screw-threaded means)
Patent 6155884: Connector retaining construction
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having modular or multipart insulating body : Lamp-receiving socket)
Patent 6155885: Terminal press-fitting construction in connector housing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Spring-operated or resilient securing part)
Patent 6155886: Electrical connector and method for making the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by heat-molding or cold-deforming insulation or by casting, welding, or cementing : Screw-threaded contact having mutilated, irregular, interrupted, or discontinuous screw thread)
Patent 6155887: Stackable connector system and contact for use therein
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by part resiliently gripping insulation : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)
Patent 6155888: Water-proof 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 6155889: Battery terminal connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CLAMP-TYPE CONNECTOR FOR STORAGE BATTERY TERMINAL : Clamping lever, cam, or wedge : Sliding wedge : With means for removably securing conductor thereto)
Patent 6155890: Spring loaded clamping connection for electrical conductors
(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 6155891: Pre-wiring gel sealing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TERMINAL : Having provision for retaining to mating wire (e.g., wire wrap) : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)
Patent 6155892: Helical turbine assembly operable under multidirectional gas and water flow for power and propulsion systems
(MARINE PROPULSION : WAVE POWERED PROPELLING MEANS : With foot control)
Patent 6155893: Lift-generating device for a power boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Having means to control flow around propeller : With means to lift propeller when an obstruction is hit)
Patent 6155894: Off-center marine outboard skeg
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Propeller guard : Hull concavity)
Patent 6155895: Cooling arrangement for engine
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)
Patent 6155896: Exhaust system and control for watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)
Patent 6155897: Top bracing for marine engine
(MARINE PROPULSION : INBOARD ENGINE MOUNT : Support)
Patent 6155898: Convertible amphibious shoes for swimming and walking
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)
Patent 6155899: Flotation device
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BODY SUPPORTING BUOYANT DEVICE : With seat : Berth)
Patent 6155900: Fiber spacers in large area vacuum displays and method for manufacture
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)
Patent 6155901: Light-emitting inflatable envelope structure
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFLATABLE : Having check valve : Rollable or having plural rotating bladed members)
Patent 6155902: Push toy scooter wagon
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : SIMULATED AIRCRAFT OR SPACE VEHICLE (I.E., NON-AERODYNAMIC) : Including electrical or wind-up propulsion motor)
Patent 6155903: Yo-yo having engagement pads proximate its axle
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Having attached cord for imparting rotation : Wound about rotatable member : Bandalore : Including piston slidable along central apertured member)
Patent 6155904: Wrestling doll
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Enlargeable or elongatable figure or figure portion : And flaccid element for supporting or moving figure)
Patent 6155905: Cat toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having mechanism or manipulatable means to move figure or figure portion : And movable jaw)
Patent 6155906: Garments and garment accessories having distinct interchangeable straps
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Shoulder strap arrangements and connecting features : Detachable, e.g., convertible to strapless : With additional nonelastic connector means)
Patent 6155907: Method for hardening and polishing concrete floors, walls, and the like
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 6155908: Work-loading method and surface-grinding apparatus with work position deviation-adjusting mechanism
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)
Patent 6155909: Controlled cleavage system using pressurized fluid
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : With nonsiliceous abradant : Table dog actuated)
Patent 6155910: Method and article for the production of optical quality surfaces on glass
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)
Patent 6155911: Method and device for polishing both sides of optical lenses
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Lens : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier)
Patent 6155912: Cleaning solution for cleaning a polishing pad used in a chemical-mechanical polishing process
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)
Patent 6155913: Double polishing head
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Combined abrading : Deforming)
Patent 6155914: Apparatus for the application of an advanced texture process
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Reciprocating tool : Rectilinear : Flexible strip or endless band tool : Gear abrader)
Patent 6155915: System and method for independent air bearing zoning for semiconductor polishing device
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)
Patent 6155916: Power-driven hand tool
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : With balancing provision)
Patent 6155917: Belt sander with control bar
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Endless band tool : Rotary disk tool)
Patent 6155919: Automated method and system for processing a hog carcass
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : Loin remover : Carcass conveyed to cutter in horizontal position)
Patent 6155920: Air ducts structure of a radiating fan
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)
Patent 6155921: Air ramp
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)
Patent 6155922: Building components useful for clean rooms
(VENTILATION : CLEAN ROOM : Having blower)
Patent 6155923: Videogame system and methods for enhanced processing and display of graphical character elements
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) :)
Patent 6155924: Video game machine, video game method, and computer-readable medium on which video game program is recorded
(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 6155925: Bonus game for gaming machine with payout percentage varying as function of wager
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)
Patent 6155926: Video game system and method with enhanced three-dimensional character and background control
(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.) : Three-dimensional characterization : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.))
Patent 6155927: Electronic competition system and method for using same
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : With communication link (e.g., television broadcast, etc.) : Network type (e.g., computer network, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))
Patent 6155928: Modular portable gaming simulator systems and methods
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Housing : Cartridge adaptor)
Patent 6155929: Laser aimed cue stick
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Practice device or device to aid in aiming cue or cue ball during shots (e.g., to assist in bank shots, etc.) :)
Patent 6155930: Sighting apparatus for use with a golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Sensor integral with projectile addressing surface)
Patent 6155931: User-friendly golf swing practice mat
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice projectile addressing surface (e.g., driving mat, etc.) : Engaged with hips, torso, or waist)
Patent 6155932: Golf shaft for controlling passive vibrations
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Shaft : Including nonmetallic material or vibratory wave modifying feature : Filament (e.g., fiber, etc.) or sheet wrapped about shaft longitudinal axis : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)
Patent 6155933: Golf putter with spherically curved club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Curved, grooved, or roughened striking face : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)
Patent 6155934: Golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Putter : Embedded in head)
Patent 6155935: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Wound interior : Surrounding non-wound spherical core : Plural diverse layers between core and cover : Wound wire)
Patent 6155936: Baseball pitcher's practice target with ball return
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : For game in which play involves base running (e.g., for baseball, cricket, etc.) : Pitcher`s target : Having subdivided strike zone : Suspension movable in horizontal plane)
Patent 6155937: Telescoping net pole
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Having at least two different types of game elements used in same game : Having field or court dividing barrier with apertured goal or target therein or thereon : Player worn or carried)
Patent 6155938: Basketball goal assembly having one-handed push button height adjustment mechanism
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.) : Goal or target is elevated and horizontally disposed (e.g., for basketball, etc.) : Backboard or support structure therefor : With height adjustment feature : Having parallelogram linkage : T-shaped head)
Patent 6155939: Gameboard, especially tableboard for ball games
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Table-tennis table : Net, with net, or for net)
Patent 6155940: Adjustable cam weights for torque converter
(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 6155941: Hydraulic tensioner having a flexible blade arm
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster or shifter driven by electrical or fluid motor : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)
Patent 6155942: Traction wheel for tension element
(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 rectilineal path to tension belt : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)
Patent 6155943: Randomized sprocket for roller chain
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With particular belt : Belt formed of rigid links : With sequential links pivoted about discrete pivot pin : And connector link between handle and shifter pivotable about spaced fixed axis)
Patent 6155944: Silent chain link plate with convex outer flank portion
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With particular belt : Belt formed of rigid links : With sequential links pivoted about discrete pivot pin : And each link has integral surfaces forming inwardly opening groove :)
Patent 6155945: Silent chain with convex outer flanks for smooth sprockets tooth engagement
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE BELT : Belt formed of rigid links : Link including integral surfaces forming inwardly opening groove (e.g., silent chain, etc.) : Ball-and-socket connection)
Patent 6155946: Hydrodynamic clutch device with a transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Impeller-turbine type fluid circuit and mechanical path in parallel : Planetary gearing divides paths : Fill and empty type fluid circuit)
Patent 6155947: Speed-sensitive differential
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Control of differential planetary gearing : By fluid operated mechanical clutch : Operated by a pump responsive to differential action : Having single planet carrier)
Patent 6155948: Method of determining the parameters of an automatic transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Ratio change : Speed responsive valve control : Electrical control :)
Patent 6155949: Multiple gain trim valve for a selectively engageable friction device
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Pressure regulation : Responsive to torque reversal)
Patent 6155950: Inner roller and outer roller in internal-meshing planetary gear construction, and methods of fabricating them
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANET PERIPHERY SURROUNDS AXIS OF INTERACTING GEAR (E.G., ECCENTRICALLY DRIVEN TRANSMISSON) : Circumferentially spaced connector pins : Internal and external tooth sets)
Patent 6155951: Toroidal drive
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is friction gearing : Plural power paths to planetary gearing : Friction gear engages facing concave surfaces : Torque responsive means to increase contact pressure)
Patent 6155952: Method for effecting a ratio shift and transmission device for implementing same
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Stepped, torque responsive ratio change : Spring applied friction drive establishing means)
Patent 6155953: Toroidal continuously variable transmission
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID CONTROL : Of toroidal transmission : And electric or magnetic control)
Patent 6155954: Engine output control device for hybrid vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : PLURAL ENGINES : Electric engine : With clutch control :)
Patent 6155955: Operating method for a motor vehicle driving unit
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Ignition intermitting initiated by positioning accelerator)
Patent 6155956: Vehicle with automatic clutch
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With brake control : Speed responsive control)
Patent 6155957: Athletic ability measuring device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Monitors exercise parameter : Rate of movement)
Patent 6155958: Stationary exercise bicycle having a rigid frame
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)
Patent 6155959: Exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Including upper body exercise feature : Gas)
Patent 6155960: Training dummy assembly in human form
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)
Patent 6155961: Tool carousel
(TOOL CHANGING : TOOL TRANSFER TO OR FROM MATRIX : Matrix including means to latch tool : Direct tool exchange between spindle and matrix)
Patent 6155962: Method of constructing beverage basket carrier
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Including internal partition : Including folding)
Patent 6155963: Cushioning conversion machine with power infeed
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Crushing or crumpling : Of longitudinally moving work)
Patent 6155964: Centrifuge drive system providing optimum performance
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE MEANS : For controlling drive of (a) bowl or (b) driven means within bowl : In response to speed of bowl or rotarily-driven means therewithin :)
Patent 6155965: Treatment of fly ash
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Solidification, vitrification, or cementation : Waste contains heavy metal (e.g., fly, ash, flue dust, and incinerator ash) : Containing halogen (EPO/JPO))
Patent 6155966: Apparatus and method for toning tissue with a focused, coherent electromagnetic field
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Electromagnetic coil : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules))
Patent 6155967: Cosmetic and therapeutic mask assembly with accessible and positionable magnetic pocket means
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.) : Pulsating field)
Patent 6155968: Method and device for improving cardiac function
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))
Patent 6155969: Centrifugal pump for pumping blood and other shear-sensitive liquids
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))
Patent 6155970: Rotating infant mattress
(SURGERY : ISOLATION TREATMENT CHAMBERS : Incubators : Pulsating field)
Patent 6155971: Computer implemented methods for reducing the effects of tinnitus
(SURGERY : SLEEP OR RELAXATION INDUCING THERAPY (E.G., DIRECT NERVE STIMULATION, HYPNOSIS, ANALGESIA) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.) : Audio (e.g., heartbeat, "white noise", etc.) : Seeds)
Patent 6155972: Cardiac constraint jacket construction
(SURGERY : INTERNAL ORGAN SUPPORT OR SLING : Artificial insemination)
Patent 6155973: Universal endoscope video adaptor with zoom
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With camera or solid state imager : Means for coupling camera or imager : Having tool raising platform)
Patent 6155974: Wireless multiplexed brain wave monitoring system and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)
Patent 6155975: Phacoemulsification apparatus with personal computer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)
Patent 6155976: Reciprocating movement platform for shifting subject to and fro in headwards-footwards direction
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)
Patent 6155977: Method and apparatus for placement of a catheter
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test :)
Patent 6155978: Three-dimensional imaging by projecting morphologically filtered pixel data
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)
Patent 6155979: Ultrasonic measurement apparatus, system and use of the same
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Mechanical scanning : With means for inserting into a body)
Patent 6155980: Ultrasonic imaging system with beamforming using unipolar or bipolar coded excitation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)
Patent 6155981: Diagnostic ultrasonic imaging system and method for discriminating non-linearities
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Ophthalmic)
Patent 6155982: Multiple sub-array transducer for improved data acquisition in ultrasonic imaging systems
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Blood flow studies)
Patent 6155983: Pulse wave detecting device and pulse measurer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Detecting blood vessel pulsation : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel)
Patent 6155984: Method and apparatus for measuring cardiac output through an arterial cannula
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Blood output per beat or time interval : Signal display or recording)
Patent 6155985: Process for determining the image of the nasal and/or buccal respiratory flow of a user
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Heart)
Patent 6155986: Monitoring of oro-nasal respiration
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Measuring breath flow or lung capacity : Detector responsive to movement induced variation in impedance of body to electric current)
Patent 6155987: Assembly for removing ear wax from one's ear canal
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Locating acupuncture points)
Patent 6155988: Device for taking samples, for example for a biopsy, and rack system fitted to such a device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Breath exhaled into or inhaled from expansible chamber)
Patent 6155989: Vacuum enhanced cutaneous biopsy instrument
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Applying suction to sample : Liquid surface forms portion of chamber boundary)
Patent 6155990: Cervical specimen self-sampling device (pap tampon)
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Wiping or dabbing : Applying suction to sample)
Patent 6155991: Apparatus and method for collecting blood samples
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Wiping or dabbing)
Patent 6155992: Method and apparatus for obtaining interstitial fluid for diagnostic tests
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Collector combined with lancet : Means for controlling liquid flow)
Patent 6155993: Kinesiological instrument for limb movements
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.) : Means for controlling liquid flow)
Patent 6155994: Methods and equipment for treating or preventing muscle pain or injury
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Means for passive movement of disabled extremity to return natural range of motion : Hyperthermia)
Patent 6155995: Structure of a multifunctional eye mask
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : With light, thermal, magnetic, or electrical application : Applied to bust)
Patent 6155996: Disposable pneumatic chest compression vest
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Artificial respiration : Leg)
Patent 6155997: Custom ankle brace system
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 6155998: Walker
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)
Patent 6155999: Tendon decompression device
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : Backing layer having particular structural feature (e.g., permeability, shaped, or elasticity, etc.))
Patent 6156000: Limb protective pad fabrication method
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Toenail appliance)
Patent 6156001: Garment or sanitary protection made of an elastic fabric directly engageable by "velcro" fasteners
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : Compressive elongate wrap (e.g., generic wrapping materials) : Perineal support)
Patent 6156002: Method of measuring the efficiency of mass and energy transfer in hemodialysis
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Body treating material fed to absorbent material)
Patent 6156003: Surgical visualization and moisturizing device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Gas application : Gas mixed with other material : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)
Patent 6156004: Suction and irrigation handpiece and tip with retractable splash shield
(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 6156005: Ballon catheter for stent implantation
(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 6156006: Medical instrument system for piercing through tissue
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means expanding body orifice or canal (e.g., dilator, retaining means, etc.) : Of inelastic inflated material)
Patent 6156007: Apparatus for whole-body hyperthermia
(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 6156008: Device for avoiding subdermal hematomas from an injection
(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 6156009: Apparatus for accessing the pericardial space
(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 structure for controlling depth of insertion of body piercer : Electric means)
Patent 6156010: Method and apparatus for introducing an intravenous 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 piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having telltale for showing entry of blood into conduit : Means in conduit to produce fluid tight seal between conduit and element only when element is located within conduit and passing through seal means)
Patent 6156011: Syringe 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 : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 6156012: Needle cover assembly for hypodermic syringes
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))
Patent 6156013: Safety syringe
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Portion of body entering conduit stored in material receiving syringe reservoir : And impelling material conduit into body)
Patent 6156014: Dispenser secured against reuse
(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 : Bellows-type reservoir)
Patent 6156015: Safety needle apparatus and method
(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 : Removable cover or protector for body inserted conduit : Bag type)
Patent 6156016: Catheter systems and associated methods utilizing removable inner catheter or catheters
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)
Patent 6156017: Cleaning device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Nozzle insertable into body orifice : Vaginal or douche type : Colostomy apparatus)
Patent 6156018: Guiding introducer system for use in medical procedures in the left ventricle
(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 6156019: Infection resistant blood sampling system
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Material collector or receptacle having attaching means to static support independent of body : With flow control means (e.g., antibackflow valve, etc.) : Means moved by person to produce suction (e.g., squeeze bulb, piston, etc.))
Patent 6156020: Absorbent article with micro-particulate storage member
(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 6156021: Anatomical internally moldable tampon
(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 : Intravaginal : Release sheet)
Patent 6156022: Absorbent article with transverse barrier 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.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : And waist opening : Plural elastic elements)
Patent 6156023: Disposable diaper
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : And waist opening : Plural elastic elements)
Patent 6156024: Absorbent articles having lotioned leg cuffs
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Upstanding side flap : Plural elastic elements)
Patent 6156025: Twist valve
(SURGERY : CONTAINER FOR BLOOD OR BODY TREATING MATERIAL, OR MEANS USED THEREWITH (E.G., NEEDLE FOR PIERCING CONTAINER CLOSURE, ETC.) : Bag type : Specific garment, holder, or support for absorbent pad)
Patent 6156026: Pool filling nozzle with supporting bracket
(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 :)
Patent 6156027: Handle for catheter assembly with multifunction wire
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With means to advance or steer catheter, excluding remotely controlled devices : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands)
Patent 6156028: Method and apparatus for therapeutic laser treatment of wounds
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application :)
Patent 6156029: Selective treatment of endocardial/myocardial boundary
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Angioplasty : Cataracts or glaucoma)
Patent 6156030: Method and apparatus for high precision variable rate material removal and modification
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Systems : Cataracts or glaucoma)
Patent 6156031: Transmyocardial revascularization using radiofrequency energy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Electromagnetic wave irradiation : Tip in electrical circuit)
Patent 6156032: Method for causing a stricture of a body passageway
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
Patent 6156033: Ablation catheter having electrode means and methods thereof
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
Patent 6156034: Method for ablation of heart tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)
Patent 6156035: Electrocautery method and apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)
Patent 6156036: Surgical handpiece tip
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Bipolar electrodes : With formable electrode)
Patent 6156037: Anterior lateral spine cage-plate fixation device and technique
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 6156038: Spine distraction implant and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)
Patent 6156039: Snagging knotless suture anchor assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)
Patent 6156040: Apparatus and method for spinal stablization
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Prosthesis insertor or extractor : Cross-pinning drill guide)
Patent 6156042: Retinal tissue implantation instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)
Patent 6156043: Soft tissue morsellator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : Ear vent or drain)
Patent 6156044: Meniscal repair device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)
Patent 6156045: Instrument for the application of surgical material
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)
Patent 6156046: Methods and systems for treating obstructions in a body lumen
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)
Patent 6156047: Catheter device having a selectively flexible housing
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)
Patent 6156048: Atherectomy device for reducing damage to vessels and/or in-vivo stents
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)
Patent 6156049: Method and apparatus for transurethral resection of the prostate
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)
Patent 6156050: Lancet device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Lancet : Cylindrical)
Patent 6156051: Lancet having adjustable penetration depth
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Lancet : Cylindrical)
Patent 6156052: Stent fabrication method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)
Patent 6156053: Dual catheter assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)
Patent 6156054: Medical wire introducer and balloon protective sheath
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)
Patent 6156055: Gripping device for implanting, repositioning or extracting an object within a body vessel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaws biased to open or closed position : Horn bender)
Patent 6156056: Suture buttress
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)
Patent 6156057: Method for inducing hypothermia
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Solar (Natural) light applicator)
Patent 6156058: Warming blanket for pediatric use
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Dry gas : Blood)
Patent 6156059: Scalp cooling apparatus
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : For specific external body area : Head, face, or neck : Blood)
Patent 6156060: Static devices and methods to shrink tissues for incontinence
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Internal application : Hand or foot)
Patent 6156061: Fast-detaching electrically insulated implant
(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 6156062: Helically wrapped interlocking stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Helically wound : Temperature responsive)
Patent 6156063: Method of deploying bifurcated vascular graft
(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 6156064: Stent-graft-membrane and method of making the same
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having plural layers : Antithrombogenic)
Patent 6156065: Natural fixation of breast prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : BREAST PROSTHESIS : Globe)
Patent 6156066: Breast prothesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : BREAST PROSTHESIS : Implantable : Material characteristic of lens)
Patent 6156067: Human spinal disc 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 6156068: Method of resurfacing a femoral condyle
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Including spinal disc spacer between adjacent spine bones)
Patent 6156069: Precision hip joint replacement method
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Hip joint bone : Toe bone)
Patent 6156070: Allograft prosthetic joints and method
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Including an outer sheath : Stem structure)
Patent 6156071: Tubular fabric and method for producing a socket of a prosthesis therefrom
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : LEG : Socket holder : Foot covering or support)
Patent 6156072: Manufacturing method of fabric for ink jet printing and ink jet printing method
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES OR FIBERS OR PRODUCTS THEREOF : With coating, sizing, or lubricating : Peroxides or oxygen)
Patent 6156074: Biodegradable dry cleaning solvent
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CLEANING OR LAUNDERING : Dry cleaning : With fat solvent)
Patent 6156075: Metal chelate forming fiber, process for preparing the same, and method of metal ion sequestration using said fiber
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES OR FIBERS OR PRODUCTS THEREOF : Cellulose fibers : Treatment with nitrogen-containing organic compound : Amine : Urea or thiourea)
Patent 6156076: Two-part hair dye compositions containing polyether polyurethanes and conditioning agents
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing : Oxidation dye :)
Patent 6156077: Hair cosmetic composition comprising an oxyalkylenized xanthan gum
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing : Oxidation dye :)
Patent 6156078: Testing and finishing apparatus for integrated circuit package units
(METAL WORKING : BARRIER LAYER OR SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MAKING : Means for opening or separating a pack)
Patent 6156079: Window support member for a semiconductor processing system
(METAL WORKING : BARRIER LAYER OR SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE MAKING : Means for opening or separating a pack)
Patent 6156080: Method of fabricating an electrode used for a prismatic cell
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Electric battery cell making : Strain gauge making)
Patent 6156081: Combustion catalyst
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Heterocyclic carbon compound containing a hetero ring having chalcogen or nitrogen as the only ring hetero atoms : The hetero ring contains five members including carbon and chalcogen : Acyclic chalcogen bonded directly to ring carbon of the hetero ring (e.g., five-membered lactones, anhydrides, sorbitans, etc.) : Substituent on the ring nitrogen contains an acyclic -C(=X)- group, wherein X is chalcogen)
Patent 6156082: Fuel additives
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Containing organic -C(=O)O- compound (e.g., fatty acids, etc.) : The single bonded oxygen is bonded directly to an additional carbon, which carbon may be single bonded to any element but may be multiple bonded only to carbon (i.e., carboxylic acid esters) : Plural -C(=O)O- groups attached to each other directly or indirectly by nonionic bonding (e.g., polyesters, half ester-half acid compounds, etc.) : Mono- di-, or polyester of polycarboxylic acids : One of the monomers contains a benzene ring (e.g., styrene, etc.))
Patent 6156083: Coal reclamation systems
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : CONSOLIDATED SOLIDS (E.G., BRIQUETTE, ETC.) : Consolidation process using specified condition or technique : Pressing : With fibrous vegetable material (e.g., cellulose, wood, paper, sawdust, etc.))
Patent 6156084: System for desulfurizing a fuel for use in a fuel cell power plant
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : GENERATORS : Carbide cartridges)
Patent 6156085: Filter air cleaner
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH MEANS FACILITATING TRANSPORTABILITY OR HANDLING OF APPARATUS : Handle feature for apparatus or part thereof : Parallel)
Patent 6156086: Dual media vacuum filter bag
(GAS SEPARATION : FLEXIBLE OR COLLAPSIBLE BAG TYPE : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated : Resilient or expansible)
Patent 6156087: Dust collection system
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure)
Patent 6156088: Pure air system
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : Involving ash tray : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated)
Patent 6156089: Two-stage air filter with multiple-layer stage and post-filter stage
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH GAS FLOW EFFECTING MEANS : Impingement baffle)
Patent 6156090: Air cleaner having vanes with a winglike cross-section between a shroud and baseplate for rotation within a housing
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH GAS FLOW EFFECTING MEANS : Impeller within or proximate to space encompassed by separating media : Planar)
Patent 6156091: Controlled porosity for ceramic contact sheets and setter tiles
(GAS SEPARATION : SPECIFIC MEDIA MATERIAL : Ceramic or sintered : Held between openwork)
Patent 6156092: Method for producing high purity aluminum
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Electrothermic processes (e.g., microwave, induction, resistance, electric arc, plasma, etc.) : With zone melting or fractional crystallization : And settling of free metal from solution)
Patent 6156093: High strength, ductility, and toughness tungsten heavy alloy (WHA) materials
(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 confined to Tungsten(W) : Base metal one or more of Copper(Cu) or Noble metal)
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