Patents 6164971 - 6165223

 

 

Patent 6164971: Historical event reenactment computer systems and methods permitting interactive role players to modify the history outcome
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : HISTORY OR GENEALOGY : Map or terrain model)

Patent 6164972: Educational doll
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : OCCUPATION : Geometry, trigonometry, or physical mathematic model structure)

Patent 6164973: Processing system method to provide users with user controllable image for use in interactive simulated physical movements
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PHYSICAL EDUCATION : Rosary)

Patent 6164974: Evaluation based learning system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)

Patent 6164975: Interactive instructional system using adaptive cognitive profiling
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : QUESTION OR PROBLEM ELICITING RESPONSE : Operation of apparatus controlled by listener's response to question or problem)

Patent 6164976: Creativity center apparatus and method for use
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : MEANS FOR DEMONSTRATING APPARATUS, PRODUCT, OR SURFACE CONFIGURATION, OR FOR DISPLAYING EDUCATION MATERIAL OR STUDENT'S WORK : Chalkboard or equivalent means having easily erasable surface : Separate elements having erasable surfaces : Relatively swingable : Correct answer indicator lamp carried by free element)

Patent 6164977: Standoff board-mounted coaxial connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : For receiving coaxial connector : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)

Patent 6164978: Land grid array connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Conductor is compressible and to be sandwiched between panel circuits : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6164979: System for providing a removable high density electrical interconnect for flexible circuits
(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 : Flexible panel : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6164980: Socket for integrated circuit chip
(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 : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : Contact having resilient shank)

Patent 6164981: Package socket system
(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 : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : Contact having resilient shank)

Patent 6164982: IC socket for holding IC having multiple parallel pins
(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 : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : With external, contact enhancing clamp : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6164983: High density connector
(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 6164984: Electrical connecting element
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING ELASTOMERIC OR NONMETALLIC CONDUCTIVE PORTION : Of layers of insulation)

Patent 6164985: Connecting element
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6164986: Electrical connector assembly having a grounding clip
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)

Patent 6164987: Shielding and grounding assembly for electronic equipment
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)

Patent 6164988: Adapter with an adapter housing and with equipment holders for electrical installation equipment which can be fastened thereon
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : UNINTERRUPTED SUPPORT RAIL OR UNINTERRUPTED CONTACT : Grounding of coupling part)

Patent 6164989: Adaptable communications connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6164990: Pick-up for electronic card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Prong cover)

Patent 6164991: Slidably attaching type 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 6164992: Structure of lever of lever engagement type 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 6164993: Zero insertion force sockets using negative thermal expansion materials
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HEAT RESPONSIVE CONTACT PRESSURE CONTROL : Nonconducting pusher)

Patent 6164994: Loop back clockspring having adhesive layer
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH RELATIVELY GUIDED MEMBERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLIABLE CONDUCTOR : Relatively movable about axis : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate)

Patent 6164995: Impedance tuning in electrical switching connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6164996: Portable corner-sitting power strip
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COMPRISING COUPLING PART OF INDETERMINATE LENGTH LATERALLY OF CONNECTION : Molding type (e.g., baseboard) : Encompassing wire)

Patent 6164997: Antenna connector arrangement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part with relatively pivotable concentric movement-actuating or retaining ring : Threaded ring or ring adapted to engage threaded mating part : With spring to longitudinally bias movement-actuating or retaining ring)

Patent 6164998: Electrical connector having a latching device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part for receiving edge of planar board moving parallel to plane : With angular mating : Adapter)

Patent 6164999: Zero insertion force socket and method for employing same to mount a processor
(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 6165000: ZIF socket with reinforcement driving mechanism
(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 6165001: Electrical 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 6165002: Electrical connector apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Resilient finger : With graspable portion : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6165003: Electrical connector with variable thickness insulation-piercing contact member
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Contact is portion of elongated channel : Longitudinally and laterally staggered contacts)

Patent 6165004: Power line connector/tap splice apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Comprising screw, screw operated cutter, or screw means to move conductor against cutter : Pivoting cutter)

Patent 6165005: Patient cable sensor switch
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Including bale or loop)

Patent 6165006: Cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Indicator light : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6165007: Cable connector capable of reliably connecting a cable and a method of connecting the cable to the cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : Distinct indicia bearing member)

Patent 6165008: Electrical connector for flexible flat cable
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : Distinct indicia bearing member)

Patent 6165009: Housing accomodating a plurality of flat cables
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : Plural cables to multicontact connector or single cable branching to plural connectors : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 6165010: Desktop extension power and telephone port station
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Universally or pivotally adjustable supporting elements : And including electrical contact for load bearing)

Patent 6165011: Double-retaining connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure contact within coupling part housing : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)

Patent 6165012: Press-connecting connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Coupling part housing hinged for coupling part assembly : Receptacle adapted to bias contact and cause indirect gripping of mating contact)

Patent 6165013: Method and apparatus waterproofing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH EXTERNAL CONDUCTOR OR CABLE EMBEDDED IN INSULATIVE SEALING MATERIAL : Molded connector body : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6165014: Connector socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6165015: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6165016: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6165017: Cable end connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6165018: Connector having internal crosstalk compensation
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement)

Patent 6165019: Coaxial cable filter assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement)

Patent 6165020: Connector having safety function for car battery
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : With or for fuse : Having three or more circularly arranged contacts (e.g., base of vacuum tube))

Patent 6165021: Connector for a smart card reader apparatus and card reader comprising same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Including lamp or electron tube socket)

Patent 6165022: Electrical connector with bottom loaded spacer
(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 6165023: Capacitive crosstalk compensation arrangement for a communication 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 6165024: Arrangement for preventing mismatching of connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : Having plural bayonet-coupling contacts)

Patent 6165025: Card edge connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Polarized : By key or guideway : User adjustable key or guideway : Polarized)

Patent 6165026: Terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by resiliently biased part latching behind shoulder or into recess : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact : Resilient socket contact for surrounding or engaging opposed surfaces of mating plug contact : Divided parallel to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., formed of two casing halves))

Patent 6165027: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : With guiding means for inserted contact : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6165028: Card connector and a method of mounting the same on an associated printed circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Having opposed cantilevered clamping fingers resiliently urged toward one another : Allochiral cantilevered clamping fingers : With means for mounting to flat panel)

Patent 6165029: Pedal boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Rotary cranking arm : Having endless drive member : Chain and sprocket : Spur gearing)

Patent 6165030: Pedal driven propulsion device
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Rotary cranking arm : Having endless drive member : Chain and sprocket : Spur gearing)

Patent 6165031: Marine propulsion and steering unit
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Combined with rudder : Produced by combustion)

Patent 6165032: Tilt cylinder device for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Having fluid motor to move propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit : Rack and pinion)

Patent 6165033: Antifreeze circulating device
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6165034: Method of manufacturing electron source or image forming apparatus using the same
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With start up, flashing or aging : Electrode position sensing or adjusting by optical operation)

Patent 6165035: Decorative covers for medical equipment
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Including figure toy : Having ballast feature)

Patent 6165036: Water tank for wireless remote-controlled underwater toys
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AQUATIC : Including remote control means or tether : Including hand-manipulatable actuator)

Patent 6165037: Illuminated toy for night use by children
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING CHEMILUMINESCENT LIGHT SOURCE, OPTIC FIBER, MIRROR, OR LENS : Having fluid-driven rotatable radial blade (e.g., pinwheel))

Patent 6165038: Doll
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING CHEMILUMINESCENT LIGHT SOURCE, OPTIC FIBER, MIRROR, OR LENS : Having fluid-driven rotatable radial blade (e.g., pinwheel))

Patent 6165039: Balloon and gondola toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFLATABLE : Having fluid-driven rotatable radial blade (e.g., pinwheel))

Patent 6165040: Loopa tune
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Including electric light or electric sounder : And having additional portion which reciprocates or oscillates, or which rotates about distinct axis)

Patent 6165041: Liquid-type rocking ornament
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING ENCLOSED LIQUID : Handle supported manually actuated rotating portion)

Patent 6165042: Bob toy device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Rollable : Including axle through or within figure : Front and rear axles : Including wheel-driven mechanism for moving figure portion or accessory : Dependent movement or common component)

Patent 6165043: Four-legged walking toy with improved leg action
(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 : Four moving supporting limbs or feet : Walking)

Patent 6165044: Power-driven motorized bulldozer
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING DEVICE : On wheeled vehicle : Horizontally swinging (e.g., crane))

Patent 6165045: Brassiere for large breasted, athletic women
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES :)

Patent 6165046: Dual folding tool and method of use
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : With stiffening strips, strands, or stays, e.g., wired : Strand-type fabric with thermoplastic fibers or filaments)

Patent 6165047: Two-in-one brassiere for breast enhancement and support
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : With cup-supplementing means to add volume to breast, e.g., pads : Single stay individual to one cup with arcuate portion along bottom rim of cup, e.g., U-shaped)

Patent 6165048: Chemical-mechanical-polishing system with continuous filtration
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6165049: Golf ball deburring method
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 6165050: Method of manufacturing semiconductor device using precision polishing apparatus with detecting means
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)

Patent 6165051: Monitoring system for dicing saws
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)

Patent 6165052: Method and apparatus for chemical/mechanical planarization (CMP) of a semiconductor substrate having shallow trench isolation
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6165053: Method and apparatus for processing in cold air blast
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical temperature modification or control of work or abradant : Bearing raceway)

Patent 6165054: Double side grinding apparatus and double side polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Opposed abrading tools : Opposed abrading tools)

Patent 6165055: Optical fiber end surface polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Stationary work holder : Rocking)

Patent 6165056: Polishing machine for flattening substrate surface
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Templet : Reversing, obverting, or pivoting)

Patent 6165057: Apparatus for localized planarization of semiconductor wafer surface
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Gear generating)

Patent 6165058: Carrier head for chemical mechanical polishing
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Gear generating)

Patent 6165059: Abrasive medium with selected density
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Tumbling device : Tumbling shapes : Planetary)

Patent 6165060: Sanding apparatus
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6165061: Abrasive tape, process for producing it, and coating agent for abrasive tape
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Laminate : Sectional)

Patent 6165062: Method and apparatus for venting/opening, eviscerating/cropping, inspecting and cleaning of poultry.
(BUTCHERING : VISCERA PROCESSING : Pressure differential type : Opener)

Patent 6165063: Coin sorting apparatus
(COIN HANDLING : ASSORTER : Smallest first : Agitator or vibrator conveys coins through assorter)

Patent 6165064: Coin mechanism with cashbox arranged above coin dispensing means
(COIN HANDLING : DELIVERER : Electric)

Patent 6165065: Vent assembly for window/window well cover
(VENTILATION : MEANS COMBINED WITH WINDOW : Having air passage means within, attaching to, or replacing pane : Propeller fan having rotary axis perpendicular to window)

Patent 6165066: Multi-part foundation ventilator of variable preselected width
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Sleeved vent for ceiling, wall, or floor (e.g., thimble) : Wall type : Having adjustable valve : Plural)

Patent 6165067: Method for handling mercury containing lamps
(VENTILATION : MISCELLANEOUS : Having specific cover or shield for exterior vent opening)

Patent 6165068: Connection-fighting type game machine and connection-fighting type game methods
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring an element of a participant`s physical skill or ability (e.g., hand-eye coordination, reflex, etc.) : Martial-art type (e.g., boxing, fencing, wrestling, etc.) :)

Patent 6165069: Automated system for playing live casino table games having tabletop changeable playing card displays and monitoring security features
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : With chance element or event (e.g., backgammon, Scrabble, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.) : Ultimate outcome dependant upon summation of plural card or tile values (e.g., blackjack, etc.) :)

Patent 6165070: Video game slot machine program with output based on operator skill
(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 6165071: Method and apparatus for gaming in a series of sessions
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Suspension or restoration (e.g., power failure resumption, etc.) : Lot generator (e.g., card distribution, simulated dice, random number generator, etc.))

Patent 6165072: Apparatus and process for verifying honest gaming transactions over a communications network
(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 6165073: Video game apparatus and memory medium therefor
(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 6165074: Torsional vibration damper
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates :)

Patent 6165075: Constant velocity universal joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Tripod coupling : Wheel mounted on rolling body)

Patent 6165076: Drive shaft cover assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : HOUSING : Flexible housing : Corrugated structure : With screw device for adjusting radial position of rolling body)

Patent 6165077: Sole configuration for golf club head
(COATING PROCESSES : WITH PRETREATMENT OF THE BASE : Organic base : Cellulosic base : Metal coating)

Patent 6165078: Illuminated pool cue
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Hand attached or engaged by hand in vicinity of cue supporting portion)

Patent 6165079: Golf swing training apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Swingable implement swing path indicator : Barrier which monitors swingable implement head movement : Plural barriers, vertically spaced apart : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)

Patent 6165080: Golf club air assist driver
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced air resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 6165081: Golf club head for controlling launch velocity of a ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face surface deforms upon impact (e.g., resilient, etc.) : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 6165082: Semi-automatic golf teeing device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee : Plural : Separable from pack containing plural tees)

Patent 6165083: Golf putting aid
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Green slope indicator : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6165084: Hockey training device
(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 projectile intended to be projected by kicking (e.g., kicking trainer or tee, etc.))

Patent 6165085: Soccer goal
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.) : For game also using projectors carried by players (e.g., tennis, badminton, etc.))

Patent 6165086: Arrowhead with a pivotal blade selectively positionable in a plurality of different cutting diameters
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Head structure : Broadhead : With stringing or string-stretching device)

Patent 6165087: Figure-eight shaped drive belt
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR FORWARD AND REVERSE : Including coaxial pulleys rotated in opposite directions by single endless belt simultaneously engaging both pulleys : Belt selection by shifting or tightening belt)

Patent 6165088: Vehicular transmission
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : Including lubrication or particular guide or bearing for movable member : With lubrication of support for movable member : With means to positively lock members in adjusted position)

Patent 6165089: Transmission apparatus and method
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : And severance lines for separable rim sections diametrically opposite each other)

Patent 6165090: Hydraulic tensioner with vent formed with stacked plates
(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 6165091: Rotary hydraulic automatic tensioner
(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 6165092: Guide assembly for a bicycle
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along arcuate path to tension belt : Plural guide rolls engaging single belt : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)

Patent 6165093: Pulley with belt-wiping surface
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With particular belt : Movable with respect to each other during operation)

Patent 6165094: Vehicle powertrains
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Plural outputs : And electric motor input)

Patent 6165095: Apparatus and method for demagnetizing a controllable electromagnetically actuated differential
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : ELECTRIC OR MAGNETIC DRIVE OR CONTROL : Differential drive or control : Fluid motor structure)

Patent 6165096: Self-shifting transmission apparatus
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Overload release : Spring applied friction drive establishing means : Drive establishing means is friction brake : Helically coiled spring)

Patent 6165097: Powertrain with a six speed planetary transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Brake for sun, carrier and orbit : With brake for plural orbits)

Patent 6165098: Powertrain with a six speed transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Brake for sun and carrier : Including one-way clutch or brake)

Patent 6165099: Planetary gear
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Including releasable clutch directly between planet pinion and carrier : Sun shiftable relative to orbit and carrier)

Patent 6165100: High-cleanness steel and toroidal type continuously variable transmission including components such as input/output discs, power
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION TRANSMISSION OR ELEMENT : Particular friction surface : Perpendicular axes)

Patent 6165101: Speed ratio controller and control method of continuously variable transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Electrically actuated brake)

Patent 6165102: System for controlling output torque characteristics of an internal combustion engine
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Including fluid drive : Impeller-turbine-type : Engine controlled : Ratio change controlled)

Patent 6165103: Shifting mechanism
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Shift valve control : Reverse inhibitor)

Patent 6165104: System for controlling a clutch and/or a motor of a vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Condition responsive control : Engine controlled)

Patent 6165105: Apparatus and method for training of the respiratory muscles
(EXERCISE DEVICES : FOR IMPROVING RESPIRATORY FUNCTION : Face (e.g., jaw, lip, etc.))

Patent 6165106: Recreation deck with central load bearing member
(EXERCISE DEVICES : GYMNASTIC : Play area climbing or traversing arrangement (i.e., for use by children) : Spring board)

Patent 6165107: Flexibly coordinated motion elliptical exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Having separate foot engaging members reciprocating on parallel guide tracks, e.g., Nordic skiing simulator, etc. : Rolling)

Patent 6165108: Feminine personal trainer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : ISOMETRIC : Multidirectionally movable bag or pad)

Patent 6165109: Weight lifting machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having lever carrying the weight : Entire body)

Patent 6165110: Resistance exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide :)

Patent 6165111: Therapeutic exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Torsion type resister : Having pair of handles)

Patent 6165112: Collapsible knee exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : User interface element)

Patent 6165113: Method and mechanism for sensing the position of the top of a stack of paper
(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 : Responsive to size of work or product : Plural interrelated sensors)

Patent 6165114: Arrangement for manufacturing a can
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Including application of distinct closure : Nonrectangular cross section container : Circular cross section container : With bending to secure closure : Rotary form)

Patent 6165115: Process for closing and hermetically sealing a bottom of a container
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Including application of distinct closure : Nonrectangular cross section container : Circular cross section container : With bending to secure closure : Rotary form)

Patent 6165116: Method and apparatus for creating a discontinuity in a stack interfolded sheets
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : And with bending : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by roller : Plural applicators)

Patent 6165117: Device and method for the slitting of a web and slitter/scorer machine incorporating said device
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : Making plural, separate cuts by distinct cutting edges : Engaging work on opposite sides : Rotary cutter : Folding by roller)

Patent 6165118: Folding apparatus
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Continuous advance with folder moving with work : Rotary folder : Having radial folding blade : And plural sources of adhesive)

Patent 6165119: Heart wall tension reduction apparatus and method
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 6165120: Heart wall tension reduction apparatus and method
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 6165121: Cardiac reinforcement device
(SURGERY : INTERNAL ORGAN SUPPORT OR SLING : Artificial insemination)

Patent 6165122: Cardiac reinforcement device
(SURGERY : INTERNAL ORGAN SUPPORT OR SLING : Artificial insemination)

Patent 6165123: Controllable multi-directional positioning system
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : With bending control means : Fluid or electrical control means : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6165124: Forceps plug of an endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having auxiliary channel : Channel seal (e.g., forceps stopcock) : Fluid or electrical control means)

Patent 6165125: Otoscope retrofit to allow multipurpose use
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Illuminating : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula) : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6165126: Remediation of depression through computer-implemented interactive behavioral training
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6165127: Acoustic imaging catheter and the like
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)

Patent 6165128: Method and apparatus for making an image of a lumen or other body cavity and its surrounding tissue
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)

Patent 6165129: Removably mountable pulse rate monitoring system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Visible light radiation)

Patent 6165130: Method for diagnosing, monitoring and treating hypertension and other cardiac problems
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)

Patent 6165131: Fuzzy logic method for an indirect measure of a physical signal to be monitored, and corresponding measuring device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Electric signal generated by sensing means responsive to pulse or Korotkoff sounds : Pressure in inflatable occluder automatically raised above systolic pressure : Tool (e.g., ablation, abrasion, cutting))

Patent 6165132: Method and apparatus for measuring continuous blood flow at low power
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring blood flow in body portion other than heart : Sensing means inserted in blood vessel : Entire testing assembly supported on wrist)

Patent 6165133: Apparatus and method for monitoring breathing patterns
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Heart)

Patent 6165134: Apparatus for facilitating respiratory rhythm control
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Heart)

Patent 6165135: System and method of interrogating implanted passive resonant-circuit devices
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring fluid pressure in body : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6165136: Semi-automatic biopsy device and related method of use
(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 6165137: Apparatus and method for localizing and removing tissue
(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 6165138: Self-sealing closure for a medical speciman collection container
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Manually supported collector with rigid intake tube (e.g., a hollow needle, etc.) : Penetrable seal in liquid flow path to collection reservoir : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6165139: Remotely steerable guide wire with external control wires
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6165140: Composite guidewire
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6165141: Mebsystem
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 6165142: Biomedical apparatus
(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 6165143: Method for measuring and indicating the extent to which an individual is limited in daily life activities
(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 6165144: Apparatus and method for mounting an ultrasound transducer
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 6165145: Body massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Percussing : Having drive means : Multiple applicators : Hand supported)

Patent 6165146: Cervical brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Neck : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6165147: Lower back and hip support device
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 6165148: Wrist/hand/finger orthosis
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Upper extremity : Hand or wrist : With toe protector or use enabling means)

Patent 6165149: Reusable blood lines
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Means broken, cut, pierced, or torn to permit flow of material)

Patent 6165150: Tips for ultrasonic handpiece
(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 6165151: Apparatus and methods for control of intravenous sedation
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material flow varying means controlled by condition responsive sensor : Sensor responsive to body condition : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)

Patent 6165152: Catheter with a flexible tip and taper and method of manufacture
(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 6165153: Single use syringe device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6165154: Cassette for intravenous-line flow-control system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : 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 : Deformable resilient chamber type : Piston impelled by gas or vacuum pressure)

Patent 6165155: Multipathway electronically-controlled drug delivery system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Conduit forced into body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means : Material impelled by nonreciprocating piston driven by motor)

Patent 6165156: Device and method for fastening a 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 : Means for securing conduit to body : Adhesive securing means : Obturator or stylet)

Patent 6165157: 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 : Removable cover or protector for body inserted conduit : Bag type)

Patent 6165158: Lubricious catheter shaft
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : With body soluble, antibactericidal or lubricating materials on conduit : Mounted in material reservoir)

Patent 6165159: Gas vent for ostomy bags
(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 engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : Having deodorant means (e.g., filter) : With external collector or support means)

Patent 6165160: 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 : Foldable : Pulling string)

Patent 6165161: Sacrificial port for filling flexible, multiple-compartment drug container
(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 6165162: Method of using aortic balloon catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : Therapeutic material introduced into or removed from vasculature : By catheter :)

Patent 6165163: Soft-tip performance braided catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Vaginal or douche type)

Patent 6165164: Catheter for injecting therapeutic and diagnostic agents
(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 6165165: Embryo-implanting catheter assembly and method for making the same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Vaginal or douche type)

Patent 6165166: Trilayer, extruded medical tubing and medical devices incorporating such tubing
(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 reinforcing structure : Colostomy apparatus)

Patent 6165167: Rapid exchange catheter system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : 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 6165168: Closed system adapter for 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.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Shaped for cardiovascular system)

Patent 6165169: Systems and methods for identifying the physical, mechanical, and functional attributes of multiple electrode arrays
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 6165170: Laser dermablator and dermablation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6165171: Apparatus and method employing lasers for removal of hair
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6165172: Expandable vein ligator catheter and method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Electromagnetic wave irradiation : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6165173: Memory for regulating device utilization and behavior
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6165174: Instrument for interrupting conduction paths within the heart
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6165175: RF bipolar mesentery takedown device including improved bipolar end effector
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Bipolar electrodes : With formable electrode)

Patent 6165176: Apparatus for dissecting and mobilizing arterial segments for establishing vascular anastomoses
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes)

Patent 6165177: Alignment guide for insertion of stem prosthesis
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Prosthesis insertor or extractor : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer) : Pressurized cement placement)

Patent 6165178: Fast detaching electrically isolated implant
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6165179: Vena cava delivery system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6165180: Medical device handle for use in laparoscopic surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6165181: Apparatus and method for photogrammetric surgical localization
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 6165182: Depilation apparatus with vibration member
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removal of skin or material therefrom : Physical removal of hair or hair plugs from skin : Fetus extractor)

Patent 6165183: Mitral and tricuspid valve repair
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 6165184: Systems methods and instruments for minimally invasive surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

Patent 6165185: Method for interconnecting vessels in a patient
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Connector is single element : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6165186: Vascular clamps and surgical retractors with directional filaments for tissue engagement
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Occluding clip, clamp, or band : Connector is single element)

Patent 6165187: Method of enlarging a lumen of an artery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6165188: Apparatus for percutaneously performing myocardial revascularization having controlled cutting depth and methods of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6165189: Microkeratome for performing lasik surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6165190: Capsulectomy device and method therefore
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6165191: Ultrasonic treating tool
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter having vibratory drive means : Artery or vein)

Patent 6165192: Method and apparatus for intraocular retinal tack inserter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 6165193: Vascular embolization with an expansible implant
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6165194: Intravascular flow modifier and reinforcement device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6165195: Stent and catheter assembly and method for treating bifurcations
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6165196: Perfusion-occlusion apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6165197: Angioplasty apparatus facilitating rapid exchanges
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Inflatable or expandible by fluid : Inserted in vascular system : Plural cutting blades)

Patent 6165198: Embolic elements and methods and apparatus for their delivery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6165199: Medical device for removing thromboembolic material from cerebral arteries and methods of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6165200: Percutaneous catheter and guidewire having filter and medical device deployment capabilities
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6165201: Method and apparatus for in situ formation of hydrogels
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Chemical bonding material applied to wound edges : Horn bender)

Patent 6165202: Absorbable polymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture or ligature : Absorbable in body : Pull out or frangible)

Patent 6165203: Suture anchor installation devices and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6165204: Shaped suture clip, appliance and method therefor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture retaining means (e.g., buttons) : Organic material containing)

Patent 6165205: Method for improved wound healing
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : Laser application : For body member)

Patent 6165206: Apparatus for medical ablation use and methods thereof
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Solar (Natural) light applicator)

Patent 6165207: Method of selectively shaping hollow fibers of heat exchange catheter
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : With temperature sensing)

Patent 6165208: Sweatband system
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With support or fastening means : Hand or foot)

Patent 6165209: Vascular stent for reduction of restenosis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) :)

Patent 6165210: Self-expandable helical intravascular stent and stent-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 6165211: Expandable stent-graft covered with expanded polytetrafluoroethylene
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent in combination with graft : Expandable stent with constraining means)

Patent 6165212: Expandable supportive endoluminal grafts
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent in combination with graft : Expandable stent with constraining means)

Patent 6165213: System and method for assembling an endoluminal prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having marker (e.g., color, radiopaque, etc.) : Monofilament)

Patent 6165214: Method of implanting an intraluminal vascular graft
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Bifurcated : Monofilament)

Patent 6165215: Method for producing heart valves
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : HEART VALVE : Flexible leaflet : Fiber)

Patent 6165216: Human cardiac valve placement with marine mammal ventricular outflow (aortic or pulmonary) valve
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : HEART VALVE : Flexible leaflet : Leaflet made of biological tissue : Braided)

Patent 6165217: Self-cohering, continuous filament non-woven webs
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Implantable)

Patent 6165218: Intervertebral prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Removable)

Patent 6165219: Lordotic spinal implant
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Removable)

Patent 6165220: Wear resistant surface-gradient crosslinked polyethylene
(SURGERY : MISCELLANEOUS : Methods : Holding strap extending circumferentially of head or neck)

Patent 6165221: Implant
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Elbow joint bone : Humeral bone)

Patent 6165222: Method and apparatus for enabling access to an intramedullary canal of a femur through a femoral knee joint prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Knee joint bone : Modular type :)

Patent 6165223: Floating bearing knee joint prosthesis with a fixed tibial post
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Joint bone : Knee joint bone : Having member secured to femoral and tibial bones : Including cam means to limit anterior and posterior movement : Including means to permit lateral rocking movement about a horizontal axis)

 

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