Patents 6186785 - 6187038

 

 

Patent 6186785: Torque indicator ratchet wrench for dentistry
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Hand manipulatable implement : And discrete oral fastening or positioning means)

Patent 6186786: Dental instrument
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Hand manipulatable implement : Plugger : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6186787: Dental instrument
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Tool bit : Plugger)

Patent 6186788: Lingual occlusal bur
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Tool bit : Plugger)

Patent 6186789: Dental tool for preparing a tooth for a dental crown
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Tool bit : Abrading or polishing : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6186790: Prefabricated components for dental appliances
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 6186791: Fiber reinforced composite post
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Crown : Attachment to natural tooth or adjacent crown : By post : Having pin extending into facing)

Patent 6186792: Method of coating with a disposable dental applicator
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Crown : Attachment to natural tooth or adjacent crown : By post : Having pin extending into facing)

Patent 6186793: Process to convert cost and location of a number of actual contingent events within a region into a three dimensional surface over a map that
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : BUSINESS OR ECONOMICS : Color display)

Patent 6186794: Apparatus for interactive adaptive learning by an individual through at least one of a stimuli presentation device and a user perceivable display
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMMUNICATION AIDS FOR THE HANDICAPPED : Converting information to sound : Braille writing slate)

Patent 6186795: Visually reinforced learning and memorization system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PSYCHOLOGY : Soldering or welding)

Patent 6186796: Swivel device for a windcone tower assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : One part having flexible contact fingers)

Patent 6186797: 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 6186798: High density patching system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Within distinct housing spaced from panel circuit arrangement : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected)

Patent 6186799: Compression grounding connector for rail and structural steel
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6186800: Circuit board grounding and support structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to connector container or housing : Between parallel conductors)

Patent 6186801: PC card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to connector container or housing : Between parallel conductors)

Patent 6186802: Shielded connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)

Patent 6186803: Breakaway physical/electrical media jack
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6186804: Mounting and testing of electrical devices using a lever operated bay for receiving the electrical devices
(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 6186805: Short circuit electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6186806: Connector and assembly jig for assembling the connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH OR COMPRISING REMOVABLE CIRCUIT MODIFYING ARRANGEMENT : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6186807: Electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ALTERNATIVELY CONNECTED : Coupling part : Encompassing wire)

Patent 6186808: High density high performance telecommunications/data link and connector with tap and contact displacement assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TAP BETWEEN NORMALLY ENGAGED COUPLING PARTS : To receive contact from first direction or from second axially distinct direction)

Patent 6186809: Electronic device with a floating electrical connector unit
(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 6186810: Female electrical contact member
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : SELF ALIGNING CONTACT : Tubular socket : To receive rigid bar type connector, e.g.,busbar)

Patent 6186811: Electrical connector for flat circuitry
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Having open slot for receiving preformed panel circuit arrangement or tape cable : Biased toward mating thread)

Patent 6186812: Manually operated top loading socket for ball grid arrays
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART HAVING HANDLE OR MEANS TO MOVE CONTACT LATERALLY TO PERMIT UNCOUPLING : Expandable contact or spreadable contacts)

Patent 6186813: Double retaining connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Movable latching prong or latch on prong)

Patent 6186814: Watertight connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SEALING ELEMENT OR MATERIAL FOR COOPERATION WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR, E.G., GASKET : Movable latching prong or latch on prong)

Patent 6186815: Zero insertion force socket
(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 6186816: 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 6186817: Fine pitch contact for a ZIF socket
(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 6186818: High voltage connector
(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 6186819: Latching mechanism for a connector
(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 6186820: Wire-wrap connector block base having an articulable side wall
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Having slot edge for cutting insulation : Plural contacts, each formed by slot between pair of fingers : From different margins of contact)

Patent 6186821: Hermaphroditic cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Pivoting cutter, pivoting means to operate cutter, or pivoting means to move conductor against cutter : More than one conductor in same slot)

Patent 6186822: Lamp socket with a pull string switch
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Curved conductor path : Means comprising notched or apertured body : Resilient finger)

Patent 6186823: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6186824: Battery clip having sidewalls with an integral electrical connection and coupling channels
(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 6186825: Connector mounting system for modular wall panels
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Interfitting with channel or double rail : And including electrical contact for load bearing)

Patent 6186826: Filter and jack mounting housing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting means comprising face plate or closure member for outlet box : And including electrical contact for load bearing)

Patent 6186827: Connector supporting mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : Threaded shaft or tube)

Patent 6186828: Electrical connector including coaxial cable management system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : Having means for interconnecting outer conductors of three or more cables : Resilient clamp)

Patent 6186829: Waterproof connector and method of assembling the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Sealing : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6186830: Shielded electrical receptacle connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6186831: Link bar for capacitors of audio system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For direct simultaneous contact with plural battery or cell terminals : Folded prongs)

Patent 6186832: Adapter for interfacing a flex-terminal receptacle to a barrel-terminal receptacle
(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 6186833: Hybrid connector with audio jack
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having only push-pull-engaging contacts spaced along longitudinal axis of engagement (e.g., jack-type receptacle or plug) : Screw threads formed on cylindrical or annular contact)

Patent 6186834: Enhanced communication connector assembly with crosstalk 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 6186835: Socket connector having a flexible internal barrier to prevent incorrect insertion of smaller sized plugs
(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 6186836: Modular connector having means for optimizing crosstalk characteristics
(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 6186837: Connector 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 6186838: Electrical connection box
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Duplicate receiving means having independently operated securing means for joining plural conductors : Screw-thread operated securing means for each receiving means : Screw-threaded operator circumferentially tensions flexible strap or band)

Patent 6186839: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Screw-thread operated securing part : Screw axis intersects conductor axis (e.g., set screw) : With movable clamp jaw between conductor and screw or nut (e.g., slidable follower) : Clamp jaw movably secured to screw or nut : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)

Patent 6186840: Female connector for electrical connectors having a coding rib
(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 separate gripping spring means located within or extending into rigid socket body : With additional spring means to operate slidable cam or wedge)

Patent 6186841: Contact sleeve for electrical communication
(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 : Socket comprises tubular body having resilient means for gripping inserted elongated contact (includes split or slotted tube) : Adapted to receive thin blade contact (e.g., spade receiving))

Patent 6186842: Revenue meter bayonet assembly and method of attachment
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING PART PERMANENTLY SECURED TO CONDUCTOR USING FUSED OR MOLDED MATERIAL : Adapted to be secured to conductor formed on printed circuit board : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6186843: Carrier for socket type contacts having compliant pins
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT TERMINAL : Strip of detachable contacts : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6186844: Outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With vibration dampening : Produced by combustion)

Patent 6186845: Motor mounting structure for boat
(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 gimbal or universal joint support : With releasing means when propulsion unit hits obstruction)

Patent 6186846: Exhaust passage structure for an outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 6186847: Painter line assembly
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : RAFTS : Inflatable : Having storage container for raft : Variable ballast)

Patent 6186848: Disassembling method of electronic appliance and disassembling apparatus thereof
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Repairing, converting or salvaging :)

Patent 6186849: Process for the production of flat-screen grids coated with non-evaporable getter materials and grids thereby obtained
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6186850: Method of preventing junction leakage in field emission displays
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6186851: Manufacturing method and apparatus for insulating member
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Including evacuating, degasifying or gas, vapor, liquid or meltable or sublimable solid introduction : With particular sealing : CRT mask mounting)

Patent 6186852: Toy bank
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : TOY MONEY BOX : Vehicle)

Patent 6186853: Bubble maker with mechanized dipping wand
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING MEANS FOR FORMING TRANSITORY BUBBLE : Having retractable coin slot or guard)

Patent 6186854: Assembling structure for tail wing of a model airplane
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Including aircraft-carried propulsion means)

Patent 6186855: Set of elements articulated to each other
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Having parts assembled for relative movement : One part swingable about an axis extending along a side or transversely through its end : Having detachable subordinate part of face or head)

Patent 6186856: Toy of equilateral triangular building blocks
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Interfitting elements : Including element having plural bosses for forming single joint : Extending transversely through panel or strip)

Patent 6186857: Apparatus and method for providing inflated undulating figures
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INFLATABLE : Figure : Rollable or having plural rotating bladed members)

Patent 6186858: Device for holding and controlling a string-retained article
(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 6186859: Doll with an elastically deformable mouth
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having hand-or finger-accommodating means in figure : And movable jaw : Self-projecting)

Patent 6186860: Knockdown block toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : RESILIENT TOY OR ACTUATOR : With lamp)

Patent 6186861: Bra with straps for matching clothing
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES :)

Patent 6186862: Brassiere underwire with extended sewing flange
(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 6186863: String adjuster in brassiere/body suit
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Shoulder strap arrangements and connecting features : One portion is narrow waist-encircling band)

Patent 6186864: Method and apparatus for monitoring polishing pad wear during processing
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 6186865: Apparatus and method for performing end point detection on a linear planarization tool
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)

Patent 6186866: Abrasive article with separately formed front surface protrusions containing a grinding aid and methods of making and using
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6186867: Method for manufacturing precisely shaped parts
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6186868: Chilled temperature polishing method for soft acrylic articles
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Tumbling : With preparation of shield)

Patent 6186869: Cleaning using welding lances and blasting media
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : With nonsiliceous abradant : Table dog actuated)

Patent 6186870: Variable abrasive polishing pad for mechanical and chemical-mechanical planarization
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6186871: Apparatus for performing a polishing operation on a fibre or a fibre optic cable in a cable termination
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6186872: Polisher
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical temperature modification or control of work or abradant : Bearing raceway)

Patent 6186873: Wafer edge cleaning
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical nonabrading work treating : Bearing raceway)

Patent 6186874: Blade sharpening apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Reciprocating tool : Rectilinear : Rectilinear)

Patent 6186875: Bowling ball surfacing machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Opposed abrading tools : Work rotating : Rocking)

Patent 6186876: Apparatus for grinding welding electrodes, in particular wolfram electrodes
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Stationary work holder : Rocking)

Patent 6186877: Multi-wafer polishing tool
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Having pressure plate : Including work support engaging work at opposite, axial ends; e.g., opposed "centers")

Patent 6186878: Apparatus relating to sanders
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Orbital motion tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6186879: Rotary power tool with an extended output shaft
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Rotary cylinder tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6186880: Recyclable retaining ring assembly for a chemical mechanical polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Work rotating : Rocking)

Patent 6186881: Method and apparatus for venting/opening, eviscerating/cropping, inspecting and cleaning of poultry
(BUTCHERING : CONVEYER : Visceral cavity closure)

Patent 6186882: Animal field dressing hanger
(BUTCHERING : SUPPORT : Carcass or portion suspended (i.e., hanger) : Gambrel : Neck puller)

Patent 6186883: Climate control arrangement and a method of controlling that arrangement
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having automatic control means : Ventilation of aircraft cabin)

Patent 6186884: Apparatus for handling mercury containing lamps
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Freight : Having outlet airway)

Patent 6186885: Integrated HVAC system for an automotive vehicle
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Condensation preventer (e.g., defroster, etc.) : Having outlet airway)

Patent 6186886: Vehicle cabin cooling system for capturing and exhausting heated boundary layer air from inner surfaces of solar heated windows
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having both inlet and outlet airways : Forced recirculation alone or agitating fan)

Patent 6186887: Instrument panel for a vehicle
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having exterior door)

Patent 6186888: System and method for controlling ventilation in a tunnel
(VENTILATION : VEHICULAR TUNNEL : With air pump : Exterior rear outlet)

Patent 6186889: Fan assembly module
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)

Patent 6186890: Electronic cabinet door air mixing dam
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)

Patent 6186891: Assembly for reducing energy costs and restricting the entry of contaminants into a controlled environment room
(VENTILATION : CLEAN ROOM : Having blower)

Patent 6186892: Bingo game for use on the interactive communication network which relies upon probabilities for winning
(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.) : Plural matches create pattern (e.g., bingo, etc.) :)

Patent 6186893: Slot machine advertising/sales system and method
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 6186894: Reel slot machine
(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 6186895: Intelligent casino chip system and method or use thereof
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Credit/debit monitoring or manipulation (e.g., game entry, betting, prize level, etc.) : Lot generator (e.g., card distribution, simulated dice, random number generator, etc.))

Patent 6186896: Operating device with analog joystick
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Hand manipulated (e.g., keyboard, mouse, touch panel, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.) : Object priority or perspective)

Patent 6186897: Torsional damper, in particular for motor vehicle friction clutch
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : Interposed friction or braking element : With biasing means :)

Patent 6186898: Elastic coupling device between two substantially aligned shafts
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : Interposed friction or braking element : With biasing means :)

Patent 6186899: Constant velocity joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)

Patent 6186900: Flexible shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Torque transmitted via intermediate element : Element carries or receives hook on opposite ends for connection to drive and driven members (e.g., link chain) : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members)

Patent 6186901: Cardan transmission shaft, in particular of telescopic type, with protective sleeve and protective boots for the end forks
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING FACILITATES RELATIVE AXIAL MOTION BETWEEN COUPLED MEMBERS : Members coupled via axially movable, resiliently biased intermediate element)

Patent 6186902: Participatory water slide play structure
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : BODY SLIDE : Water slide : Coiled type)

Patent 6186903: Golf club head with loft and lie adjustment notch
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head : Selectively adjustable positioning means : Adjustable lie : Longitudinal bore in head receives elongated member about which head pivots)

Patent 6186904: Golf swing training club
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Particularly weighted practice implement : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.))

Patent 6186905: Methods for designing golf club heads
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated head characteristic : Mass distribution : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)

Patent 6186906: Gel matrix golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Head)

Patent 6186907: Selectively positionable golf tee
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee : Elevation guide for insertable shank : Elevation guide)

Patent 6186908: Retrieval apparatus for operation-management system of golf links and retrieval method therefor
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club selection, ball direction, or distance indicating aid : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6186909: Bunt guard
(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 6186910: Swing training machine
(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 6186911: Resilient basketball goal and method of preparing for assembly
(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.) : Hoop or the net, pocket, or support structure therefor : Breakaway hoop : Having parallelogram linkage)

Patent 6186912: Apparatus and method for stringing lacrosse sticks
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER-HELD DEVICE FOR BOTH PROJECTING AND CATCHING AERIAL PROJECTILE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR (I.E., COMBINED PROJECTOR-CATCHER DEVICE) : Both projector and catcher are pocketed : Having pocket with laterally facing opening (e.g., lacrosse stick, jai alai cesta, etc.) : Having elastic tether)

Patent 6186913: Hunting arrow and method
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Having fluid-conducting means : Having independent feathers or vanes)

Patent 6186914: Wrist ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having loose internal element, containing or adapted to contain liquid, or comprising spherically configured ball having variable or eccentric center of gravity : Ring-shaped (e.g., deck-tennis quoit, etc.))

Patent 6186915: Steplessly variable V-pulley looping 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 coaxial pulleys rotated in opposite directions by single endless belt simultaneously engaging both pulleys)

Patent 6186916: Relay pulley and its endless 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.) : Speed responsive : To centrifugal force : Via pivoted weight :)

Patent 6186917: Variable speed transmission
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : Load responsive : With actuator driven by electrical or fluid motor : Via liquid)

Patent 6186918: Adjustable axle apparatus
(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 6186919: Chain cover for an exercise pedal assembly
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : GUARD OR HOUSING FOR BELT OR PULLEY : Extending along entire length of belt run : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction)

Patent 6186920: Short pitch tooth chain
(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 6186921: Rocker joint silent chain having a joint pin thicker than a corresponding rocker pin
(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.) : Plural links having laterally aligned groove-forming surfaces : Connector or bearing member extending through or positioned in laterally aligned openings in adjacent links is noncircular in transverse cross section : Multiple connector or bearing members extend through or positioned in common opening :)

Patent 6186922: In-line transmission with counter-rotating outputs
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FORWARD AND REVERSE : Variable speed in forward or reverse : Drive in one direction by direct engagement of belt pulleys)

Patent 6186923: Increased automatic gear box spontaneity
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : Transmission setting contingent)

Patent 6186924: Automatic transmission controller
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : Electric valve control : Electric valve control)

Patent 6186925: System for protecting drive train components from excessive engine inertial forces
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Condition responsive control : Speed responsive : And brake controlled)

Patent 6186926: Seated abdominal exercise 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 6186927: Weight selection apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : Entire body)

Patent 6186928: Dumbell adjustable in weight
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Having securing member (e.g., locking collar, etc.) for retaining weight on bar : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6186929: Reformer exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 6186930: Push-up trainer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : PUSH UP DEVICE : User interface element)

Patent 6186931: Tray erector
(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 flowable material (e.g., glue, ink for printer, etc.))

Patent 6186932: Sachets for bio-pharmaceutical fluid products
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Including heat sealing : On work material)

Patent 6186933: Plastic bag manufacturing process
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Including heat sealing : Including supplying indeterminate length work : Heating or cooling by direct application of fluid)

Patent 6186934: Hanger bag
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Handle or suspension means : Subdividing web of material)

Patent 6186935: Method and apparatus for producing folders
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH COATING : Adhesive : With securing)

Patent 6186936: Paper embossing system with a flexible counter and method of embossing
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH EXTRUDING, DRAWING, OR ATTENUATING : Adhesive)

Patent 6186937: Method and device for obtaining a desired phase of optical characteristic of a fabry-perot etalon
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : For dimensional measurement : Gap : Fabry-Perot type : Having wavefront division (e.g., by diffraction))

Patent 6186938: Surfactant enhanced intrinsic remediation for risk based site closure
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Geologic, marine, or extraterrestrial storage and containment (e.g., tectonic, volcanic, deep natural, manmade earth cavity, submarine placement sites, lunar, earth orbital, and solar placement, etc.) : Inorganic substances (EPO/JPO))

Patent 6186939: Method for stabilizing heavy metal in a material or waste
(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 6186940: Energized trace elements
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Magnetic element placed within body (e.g., injected, inserted, implanted, etc.) : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules))

Patent 6186941: Magnetic coil for pulsed electromagnetic field
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Electromagnetic coil : Injectors/holders for seeds or implants (e.g., capsules))

Patent 6186942: Medical grafting methods and apparatus
(SURGERY : BLOOD VESSEL OR GRAFT PREPARATION : Artificial insemination)

Patent 6186943: Penis support device
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Male splint : With fluid actuated occluding means (e.g., inflatable cuff))

Patent 6186944: Medical inspection device
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Illuminating : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula) : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6186945: Elongate fetal probe with expandable means on distal end
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet radiation directed on or through body or constituent released therefrom : Determining blood constituent : Oxygen saturation, e.g., oximeter : Fetal tissue : Inserted in body)

Patent 6186946: Urinalysis stick for animals
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Absorbent patch for fluid analysis : Determining ion concentration/partial pressure)

Patent 6186947: Sector scanning, intracavitary ultrasonic probe
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)

Patent 6186948: Ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6186949: Method and apparatus for three-dimensional flow imaging using coded excitation
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6186950: Ultrasonic pulse inversion harmonic separation with reduced motional effects
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6186951: Ultrasonic systems and methods for fluid perfusion and flow rate measurement
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Contrast enhancement : Blood flow studies)

Patent 6186952: Machined tilt transducer and methods of making
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Blood flow studies)

Patent 6186953: Non-invasive and continuous blood-pressure estimation apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)

Patent 6186954: Blood-pressure monitoring apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6186955: Noninvasive continuous cardiac output monitor
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Blood output per beat or time interval : Signal display or recording)

Patent 6186956: Method and system for continuously monitoring cardiac output
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Blood output per beat or time interval : Signal display or recording)

Patent 6186957: Stethoscope cover
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Detecting heart sound : Signal display or recording)

Patent 6186958: Breath test analyzer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Qualitative or quantitative analysis of breath component : Detecting heart sound)

Patent 6186959: Tympanic thermometer with modular sensing probe
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Ear or testing by auditory stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6186960: Disposable medical collection tube holder with retractable needle
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Manually supported collector with rigid intake tube (e.g., a hollow needle, etc.) : Applying suction to sample)

Patent 6186961: Physical capacity assessment system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 6186962: Method and device for detecting edema
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 6186963: Device for generating acoustic shock waves, especially for medical applications
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 6186964: Hydro-massage pillow system
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Flexible membrane caused to move by fluid pressure : Belt supported)

Patent 6186965: Dissolvable septal splint and method of using the same
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace :)

Patent 6186966: Hardenable orthopaedic support with improved configuration
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Shaped or shapeable :)

Patent 6186967: Elevation support for a limb
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Hand or wrist)

Patent 6186968: Foldable electric traction machine
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Skeletal traction applicator : Lower extremity)

Patent 6186969: Wrist brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : For a particular body portion : Arm or leg : Wrist :)

Patent 6186970: Protective clothing for regions of lower limb
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Support covering : Compressive elongate wrap (e.g., generic wrapping materials) : Perineal support)

Patent 6186971: Swab dispenser with integral fluid reservoir
(SURGERY : SWAB INCLUDING HANDLE (E.G., STICK, ETC.) WITH ABSORBENT MATERIAL AT END THEREOF : Body treating material fed to absorbent material :)

Patent 6186972: Methods and apparatus for treating ischemic heart disease by providing transvenous myocardial perfusion
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : Body inserted tubular conduit structure)

Patent 6186973: Tampon applicator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INSERTING FIBROUS OR FORAMINOUS RESIDENT PACKING, RECEPTOR, OR MEDICAMENT CARRIER INTO BODY ORIFICE : With slidable ejector (e.g., plunger or ram, etc.) inside tubular inserting means : Ejector moved into operating position from stored location inside or alongside inserting means : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position :)

Patent 6186974: Device for use in the eye
(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 : Flow control : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)

Patent 6186975: Liquid conveying catheter
(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 : With aspirating or vacuum removing means : Deformable occluding tube valve)

Patent 6186977: Apparatus and method for total intravenous anesthesia delivery and associated patient monitoring
(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 controls pump, motor, or pressure driven means : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)

Patent 6186978: Braid reinforced infusion catheter with inflatable membrane
(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 6186979: One-handed retractable blood collection device with trap-in container
(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 6186980: Single-use device for 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 preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6186981: Cavo-atrial cannula
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : 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 6186982: Subcutaneous drug delivery device with improved filling 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 into body by contraction of expanded elastic material reservoir : From hand supported injection means)

Patent 6186983: Body fluid analysis system employing a sensor and method for flushing and single-point calibration of the sensor
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by pump : Means broken, cut, pierced, or torn to permit material flow)

Patent 6186984: Cannula guide 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 piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having means preventing relative movement between elements during their insertion into body : Cannula)

Patent 6186985: Gastro-intestinal tube with dissolvable support bolster
(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 : Implanted connecting means : Obturator or stylet)

Patent 6186986: Micro-catheters and methods of their 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 : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)

Patent 6186987: Aortic cannula with spoon-shaped lip
(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 6186988: Wound irrigation system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body)

Patent 6186989: Covering bag for an artificial anus outfit and a wearing device for the artificial anus outfit
(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.) : With body support means (e.g., belt, garment, etc.) : Bag attached to seal ring)

Patent 6186990: To a human bodily fluid collection device and method of collecting and absorbing the same
(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 : Receptacles receiving protruding body member (e.g., ears, genitalia, breast, etc.) : Genital receptacle : Receptacle structured for collecting urine or discharge from male member (e.g., external catheter, etc.) : Including body support means)

Patent 6186991: Disposable article having a responsive system including a mechanical actuator
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : With wetness indicator or alarm : Flexible apron type)

Patent 6186992: Viscous fluid bodily waste management article
(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 6186993: Wrapping construction of absorbent article
(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 : Individual wrapper : Discontinuous coating or treatment of layer)

Patent 6186994: Layered 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 6186995: Vaginal tampon and method for fabrication thereof
(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 : Pulling string : Carboxy-radical containing)

Patent 6186996: Disposable absorbent sanitary article
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Pouch means : Pulling string)

Patent 6186997: Multiple use universal connector
(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 6186998: Bag for infusion solution and method of manufacturing same
(SURGERY : CONTAINER FOR BLOOD OR BODY TREATING MATERIAL, OR MEANS USED THEREWITH (E.G., NEEDLE FOR PIERCING CONTAINER CLOSURE, ETC.) : Bag type : Plural compartments or bags : Pad holding or suspending device)

Patent 6186999: Rigid clampable cannula
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : 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 6187000: Cannula for receiving surgical instruments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 6187001: Apparatus and method for removing hair
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6187002: Capacitive electrosurgical trocar including adapater
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Endoscopic : Articulated arm)

Patent 6187003: Bipolar electrosurgical instrument for sealing vessels
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes)

Patent 6187004: Subcutaneous bone expansion device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Compression or distraction mechanism : With pivot to pedestal)

Patent 6187005: Variable angle spinal fixation system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6187006: Surgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Femoral nail : Anti-rotation or keeper means)

Patent 6187007: Device for attaching fractured hip-joint heads
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)

Patent 6187008: Device for temporarily fixing bones
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)

Patent 6187009: Osteosynthesis implant
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Staple or similar driven fastener : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6187010: Bone cutting guides for use in the implantation of prosthetic joint components
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)

Patent 6187011: Positioning a tibial tunnel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 6187012: Prosthetic element removal apparatus and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Prosthesis insertor or extractor : Cross-pinning drill guide)

Patent 6187013: Catheter with stent and method for the production of a catheter with stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6187014: Stent deployment device with two balloons
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6187015: Expandable stent apparatus and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6187016: Stent retrieval device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6187017: Retrieval basket for a surgical device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for concretion removal : Embryotome)

Patent 6187018: Auto positioner
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 6187019: Surgical anastomosis instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 6187020: Connecting device for anastomosis, device for fitting fasteners and implant including them
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Alignment device (e.g., approximators))

Patent 6187021: Ear cleaning portable rotary device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for cleaning eye, ear or nose : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 6187022: Apparatus and method for improved aortic incision
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Puncturing or piercing : Spring driven or biased into cutting position)

Patent 6187023: Method of dissecting tissue layers
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blunt dissectors : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6187024: Bioactive coating for vaso-occlusive devices
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 6187025: Vascular filter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6187026: Surgical instruments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Head)

Patent 6187027: Vaso-occlusive devices with heat secured polymer fiber
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Suturing or ligating aid or guide)

Patent 6187028: Capacitors having metallized film with tapered thickness
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION :)

Patent 6187029: Photo-thermal treatment device
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 6187030: Photodynamic therapy method
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : Lamp and casing : Light pipe applicator : By partially or wholly implanted device)

Patent 6187031: Biomagnetic hot and cold therapy pack
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With support or fastening means : Hand or foot)

Patent 6187032: Measurement of intracardiac electrophysiological phenomena
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Magnetic field sensor (e.g., magnetometer, SQUID) : Disposable or sterilizable eye contacting structure)

Patent 6187033: Aortic arch prosthetic graft
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Bifurcated : Monofilament)

Patent 6187034: Segmented stent for flexible stent delivery system
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 6187035: Vascular stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)

Patent 6187036: Endoluminal vascular prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Stent penetrating natural blood vessel)

Patent 6187037: Metal stent containing radioactivatable isotope and method of making same
(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 6187038: Small bore biologic graft with therapeutic delivery system
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Drug delivery : Antithrombogenic : Temperature responsive)

 

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