Patents 6216262 - 6216516

 

 

Patent 6216262: Distributed processing
(DATA PROCESSING: SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT, INSTALLATION, AND MANAGEMENT : SOFTWARE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT TOOL (E.G., INTEGRATED CASE TOOL OR STAND-ALONE DEVELOPMENT TOOL) : Translation of code : Compiling code : For a parallel or multiprocessor system : Just-in-time compiling or dynamic compiling (e.g., compiling Java bytecode on a virtual machine))

Patent 6216263: Receiver apparatus and method for providing conditional access to received televison programs
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : ACCESS CONTROL OR BLOCKING : Of specific program (e.g., based on program rating) : Combined with detecting VCR operation)

Patent 6216264: Scheduler apparatus employing a gopher agent
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : OPERATOR INTERFACE : To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal : Electronic program guide : Searching (e.g., by title or actor's name) : Combined at local receiver)

Patent 6216265: System and method for transmitting and utilizing electronic program guide information
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : OPERATOR INTERFACE : To facilitate tuning or selection of video signal : Electronic program guide : Transmission scheme : Combined at local receiver)

Patent 6216266: Remote control signal level meter
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : SATELLITE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM : Receiver : Antenna initialization, calibration, or aiming : Terrestrial return path)

Patent 6216267: Media capture and compression communication system using holographic optical classification, voice recognition and neural network decision
(INTERACTIVE VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS : USER-REQUESTED VIDEO PROGRAM SYSTEM : Video-on-demand : Server or headend : Control process : Combined at local receiver)

Patent 6216268: Elbow protection device and method for applying same
(APPAREL : GUARD OR PROTECTOR : Hand or arm : Face)

Patent 6216269: Combination garment bib system
(APPAREL : GARMENT PROTECTORS : Shoulder)

Patent 6216270: Patient garment having enhanced accessibility
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Caps)

Patent 6216271: Garment for a patient
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Caps)

Patent 6216272: Integral vest fishing tackle carrier
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Vests : Putting-on accessories)

Patent 6216273: Heavenly wonders nursing blanket
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Vests : Nursing : Fasteners)

Patent 6216274: Nursing cover up with a peek-a-boo pocket
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Vests : Nursing : Fasteners)

Patent 6216275: Necktie with fixing device
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Neckties : Blanks and processes)

Patent 6216276: Padded athletic gloves
(APPAREL : BODY GARMENTS : Gloves : Sports glove : For golf : Bow type)

Patent 6216277: Collapsible hat and method of collapsing the hat
(APPAREL : HEAD COVERINGS : Conical (e.g., dunce cap, witches` hat, etc.) : Collapsible (e.g., umbrella type, etc.) : Rubber)

Patent 6216278: Protective hair covering for use when tanning
(APPAREL : HEAD COVERINGS : Toilet : Sewing)

Patent 6216279: Sock ornamentation apparatus
(APPAREL : HEAD COVERINGS : Stockings : Trunks)

Patent 6216280: Overgarment with mobile telephone pocket
(APPAREL : GENERAL STRUCTURE : Pockets : Insignia)

Patent 6216281: Removable sleeve liner for garments
(APPAREL : GENERAL STRUCTURE : Linings : Closures)

Patent 6216282: Combined sunglasses and headband
(APPAREL : GUARD OR PROTECTOR : For wearer's head : Eye shields (e.g., hoodwinks or blinds, etc.) : Goggles : On head band : And connection to frame)

Patent 6216283: Elephant nose plunger
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : OBSTRUCTION REMOVER : Force cup (e.g., a plunger) : With head structure that increases velocity or turbulence)

Patent 6216284: Low odor permeable hose
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : FLUSH CLOSET : Bowl : Pump or suction-type discharge : Distinct from bowl)

Patent 6216285: Waste transport arrangement
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : FLUSH CLOSET : Bowl : Pump or suction-type discharge : Distinct from bowl)

Patent 6216286: Combined planter and waterfall for pool or the like
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : POOL TYPE : Accessory : Spout only)

Patent 6216287: Shower curtain rod
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : SHOWER (E.G. STALL, WITH WALLS, RECEPTOR, AND SPRAY) : Convenience accessories : Mounting or supporting means for movable closure : Flexible type)

Patent 6216288: Seal for bathtub overflow drain
(BATHS, CLOSETS, SINKS, AND SPITTOONS : DRAIN, OVERFLOW OR TRAP FOR A SINK OR BATH : Overflow opening attachment : Operating means in sink or bath)

Patent 6216289: Combination bedding foundation and adjustable height bed frame
(BEDS : BEDSTEADS : Having bottom : Movable relative to bedstead : Frame : Marginal spring connections and limiting springs)

Patent 6216290: Expandable sleeping bag
(BEDS : SLEEPING BAG : Element or detail)

Patent 6216291: Enclosure bed apparatus
(BEDS : HAVING SAFETY DEVICE : And means to force air)

Patent 6216292: Protective mattress cover with apron
(BEDS : BEDCLOTHING : With edge roll, cord, or welt)

Patent 6216293: Fracture frame mounting apparatus
(BEDS : INVALID BED OR SURGICAL SUPPORT : Bed element)

Patent 6216294: Device for positioning a patient
(BEDS : INVALID BED OR SURGICAL SUPPORT : Sectional user supporting surface : Hydraulically operated : Fluid inflatable bag adjusts position of support section : Intermediate section seat post)

Patent 6216295: Adjustable bed
(BEDS : INVALID BED OR SURGICAL SUPPORT : Sectional user supporting surface : Upper body portions of user supported by adjustable section : And lower body portions of user supported by adjustable section : Intermediate section seat post)

Patent 6216296: Apparatus operable as vestment and litter
(BEDS : FIELD STRETCHER : Hand-held sling or flexible patient surrounding pad or sheet (e.g., for turning))

Patent 6216297: Pak-a-pillow
(BEDS : SUPPORT MEANS FOR DISCRETE PORTION OF USER, USEABLE WITH BED OR SURGICAL SUPPORT : For head or neck (e.g., pillow) : For back portions of a user sitting or reclining on bed)

Patent 6216298: Travel pillow
(BEDS : SUPPORT MEANS FOR DISCRETE PORTION OF USER, USEABLE WITH BED OR SURGICAL SUPPORT : For head or neck (e.g., pillow) : For back portions of a user sitting or reclining on bed)

Patent 6216299: Wheelchair cushion system
(BEDS : SUPPORT FOR USER`S BODY OR PART THEREOF : Removable support specially adapted for seating : Fluent material containing (e.g., air, water, gel) : Pivoting)

Patent 6216300: Patient supports and methods of operating them
(BEDS : MATTRESS (FOR WHOLE BODY) : Having confined gas (e.g., air mattress) : Variably pressurizable chambers (e.g., with pump) : Pivoting)

Patent 6216301: Multipurpose folding tool with easily accessible outer blades
(COMPOUND TOOLS : PLIER TYPE : With tool or plier handle : With tool pivoted to plier :)

Patent 6216302: Carbon dioxide dry cleaning system
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : FLUID TREATMENT (MANIPULATIVE) : Manipulation of liquid : Pulp or fibers (in bulk))

Patent 6216303: Dock leveler having an improved support leg mechanism
(BRIDGES : GANGWAY, RAMP, OR DOCK LEVELER : Attached : With lift means : Vertically swinging)

Patent 6216304: Apparatus for cleaning strips
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : MACHINES : Brushing : Sheet, bar, and plate cleaners : Tumbler)

Patent 6216305: Portable apparatus for washing golf accessories
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : IMPLEMENTS : Stationary implement with material supply : Multiple strand type)

Patent 6216306: Grill cleaning brush and scraper
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : IMPLEMENTS : Combined : Brush and scraper : Dauber and polisher)

Patent 6216307: Hand held cleaning device
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : IMPLEMENTS : Combined : Wiper : Mop and wringer : Sponge mop : Radial bristle)

Patent 6216308: Full coverage windshield wiper
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : ATTACHMENTS : Optical-member-attachable cleaner (e.g., windshield wiper) : Chain, belt or cable carried cleaning element : Operated by remote control)

Patent 6216309: Wiper device for vehicle
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : ATTACHMENTS : Optical-member-attachable cleaner (e.g., windshield wiper) : Specific coupling or mounting for a driving means or between a cleaning element and means linking it to the driving means : Operated by remote control)

Patent 6216310: Windscreen wiper arm and method for manufacturing the windscreen wiper arm
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : ATTACHMENTS : Optical-member-attachable cleaner (e.g., windshield wiper) : Specific arm structure : Arm-to-actuating shaft detail)

Patent 6216311: Wiper blade rubber element
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : ATTACHMENTS : Optical-member-attachable cleaner (e.g., windshield wiper) : Cleaning element structure : Specific squeegee structure : Articulated support structure)

Patent 6216312: Cleaning apparatus
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : MACHINES : With air blast or suction : With liquid or other cleaning material application to work : Manipulatable nozzle with flexible conduit connection to portable power and/or material supply unit, e.g., window washer : Sequence control)

Patent 6216313: Handle with integral cord wrap
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : MACHINES : With air blast or suction : With storage facilities for tools or nozzles, conduits, etc., e.g., racks and cabinets : Nozzles)

Patent 6216314: Device for removing accumulated grease from culinary utensils
(BRUSHING, SCRUBBING, AND GENERAL CLEANING : MACHINES : With air blast or suction : Hand supported and manipulated, e.g., miniature or upholstery type : Rotary air impeller)

Patent 6216315: Floor covering anchor
(MISCELLANEOUS HARDWARE : CARPET STIFFENER OR ANTI-SLIP DEVICE, PER SE : Swinging)

Patent 6216316: Hinge
(MISCELLANEOUS HARDWARE : HINGE : Including adjustment for changing relative orientation of hinged members : Including means to move hinged members : Screw-operated : To shift plate toward or away from hinged member :)

Patent 6216317: Handle adjustable in locating angle thereof
(MISCELLANEOUS HARDWARE : HANDLE, HANDLE COMPONENT, OR HANDLE ADJUNCT : Handle with ergonomic structure (e.g., finger engagement structure such as indents, grooves, etc.) and handle user-interaction (human engineering) enhancements such as improved handle dimensions and handle positioning : Cord or rope related)

Patent 6216318: Feed tray assembly for advancing fiber material in a fiber processing machine
(TEXTILES: FIBER PREPARATION : WORKING : Carding : Feeding : Stationary flat)

Patent 6216319: Tool tether
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : ARTICLE HOLDER ATTACHABLE TO APPAREL OR BODY : Arm or leg carried holder : Rule holder)

Patent 6216320: Cable holding arrangement
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : CLASP, CLIP, SUPPORT-CLAMP, OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF : With specific mounting means for attaching to rigid or semirigid supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured : For cooperating with aperture in supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured : Hook attached)

Patent 6216321: Edge clip
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : CLASP, CLIP, SUPPORT-CLAMP, OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF : Dissociable gripping members : For cooperating with aperture in supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured)

Patent 6216322: Hook device for luggage
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : SEPARABLE-FASTENER OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF (E.G., PROJECTION AND CAVITY TO COMPLETE INTERLOCK) : Including member having distinct formations and mating member selectively interlocking therewith : Projection passes through cavity then moves toward noninserted portion of its member to complete interlock (e.g., snap hook) : Hook type projection member : Noninserted portion of projection member includes movably connected gate for closing access throat : Pivotally connected gate : Having position locking-means for gate : Includes distinct biasing spring)

Patent 6216323: Buckle assembly
(BUCKLES, BUTTONS, CLASPS, ETC. : SEPARABLE-FASTENER OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF (E.G., PROJECTION AND CAVITY TO COMPLETE INTERLOCK) : Including member having distinct formations and mating member selectively interlocking therewith : Receiving member includes either movable connection between interlocking components or variable configuration cavity : And operator therefor : Including slidably connected and guided element on receiving member : For shifting pivotally connected interlocking component : Element and component pivot about same axis)

Patent 6216324: Method for a thin film multilayer capacitor
(METAL WORKING : ELECTRIC CONDENSER MAKING : Solid dielectric type : Electrolytic device making (e.g., capacitor))

Patent 6216325: Machining center with loading device having a pivot arm
(METAL WORKING : PLURAL DIVERSE MANUFACTURING APPARATUS INCLUDING MEANS FOR METAL SHAPING OR ASSEMBLING : Multiple station with conveyor : And work-holder for assembly)

Patent 6216326: Tube pulling apparatus
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Puller or pusher means, contained force multiplying operator : Having fluid operator : Plier type means)

Patent 6216327: Spoke centered puller tab crankshaft damper hub
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means comprising hand manipulatable tool : Hand gripper for direct push or pull : Thread protector (e.g., wheel axle type))

Patent 6216328: Transport chamber and method for making same
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Assembling or joining : With prestressing of part : Elastic joining of parts : By flexing)

Patent 6216329: Process for producing display apparatus
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Assembling or joining : With coating before or during assembling : By snap fit)

Patent 6216330: Method of sleeving an at least locally cylindrical part into a tubular part in a cruciform arrangement
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Assembling or joining : By driven force fit : Radially expanding part in cavity, aperture, or hollow body)

Patent 6216331: Method for installing a fastener
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Assembling or joining : By driven force fit : Radially expanding part in cavity, aperture, or hollow body)

Patent 6216332: Method of manufacturing a non-stick pan
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Combined manufacture including applying or shaping of fluent material : Coating : Subsequent to metal working : At least one part nonmetallic)

Patent 6216333: Oxide superconductor current lead and method of manufacturing the same
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Superconductor : Rotor)

Patent 6216334: Electric heater and method of manufacture
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Resistor making : Heater type : Laminated)

Patent 6216335: Device for assembling and disassembling a tool with a tool holder
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : With means to regulate operation by use of templet, tape, card or other replaceable information supply : And work-holder for assembly)

Patent 6216336: Electronic component mounting device
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means to assemble electrical device : Means to fasten electrical component to wiring board, base, or substrate : Chip component : Self-piercing work part)

Patent 6216338: Header pin pre-load apparatus
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means to assemble electrical device : Conductor : Terminal or connector : Self-piercing work part)

Patent 6216339: Tool-actuated ejector mechanism for extracting electronic modular components
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means to disassemble electrical device : Means to fasten by deforming)

Patent 6216340: Automatic handling of sample cups closed with a screwable cap
(METAL WORKING : MEANS TO ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE : Means to interrelatedly feed plural work parts from plural sources without manual intervention : Means to assemble container : Switch or fuse)

Patent 6216341: Surface mounting method of electronic components
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : On flat or curved insulated base, e.g., printed circuit, etc. : Assembling to base an electrical component, e.g., capacitor, etc. : By utilizing optical sighting device : Preformed winding)

Patent 6216342: Method for fabricating a matrix switchboard and connection pin
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Electrical device making : Conductor or circuit manufacturing : On flat or curved insulated base, e.g., printed circuit, etc. : Manufacturing circuit on or in base : By forming conductive walled aperture in base : Simultaneous circuit manufacturing)

Patent 6216343: Method of making micro channel heat pipe having corrugated fin elements
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Heat exchanger or boiler making : Heat pipe device making : Hollow blade)

Patent 6216344: Method for boring a spoke rim and for providing an insert for the bored rim
(METAL WORKING : METHOD OF MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE : Wheel making : Land wheel : Rim making : With assembling : With disc shaping)

Patent 6216345: Glide systems for manual shaving razors
(CUTLERY : RAZORS : Multiple blade : Vibratory)

Patent 6216346: Hand-held cutter
(CUTLERY : CIGAR TIP CUTTERS : Hand : Reciprocating blade : Pivoted lever mounted)

Patent 6216347: Rotary cutting pliers
(CUTLERY : CUTTING TOOLS : Plural cooperating blades : Shears : Pivoted blade : With blade-moving means : One movable blade : Pivoted handle : With blade-tension means)

Patent 6216348: Tool handle
(CUTLERY : HOLDERS FOR DETACHABLE BLADES : Reinforced)

Patent 6216349: Safety razors
(CUTLERY : BLADES : Razor blade : Having three or more cutting edges : Toothed or waved edge)

Patent 6216350: Coping saw with multi-directional cutting blade with two cutting surfaces
(CUTLERY : CUTTING TOOLS : Saw : Mounted in U-frame : Coping saw : Parallel cutting)

Patent 6216351: Day and night weapon sights
(FIREARMS : IMPLEMENTS : Sight devices : Using contrasting material or color (e.g., bead, etc.) : Luminescent, phosphorescent, luminous material : By pivoting about transverse axis)

Patent 6216352: Day/night weapon sight
(FIREARMS : IMPLEMENTS : Sight devices : Using contrasting material or color (e.g., bead, etc.) : Luminescent, phosphorescent, luminous material : By pivoting about transverse axis)

Patent 6216353: Centerline detector for a tubular knit fabric lay cutter
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Center, point, distance between centers, or centerline location : Human)

Patent 6216354: Device for making straight and curved score lines
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Template : Single sheet type : Geometrical figure, three dimensional to two dimensional figure or curve : Rotatable nut)

Patent 6216355: Combination saw guide and gauge
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : GAUGE : Collocating : Tool or surrogate : Cutter or shaper : Cutter with respect to workpiece end : With rotary indicator)

Patent 6216356: Clasping structure of the tapeline antiskidding pad
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : DISTANCE MEASURING : By flexible tape : Specified reel housing feature : Including attachment : Including computing means)

Patent 6216357: Wheels-on brake drum gage
(GEOMETRICAL INSTRUMENTS : DISTANCE MEASURING : Opposed contacts : Beam type with scale : With adjustment means)

Patent 6216358: Gas-quenching cell
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : APPARATUS : For diverse operations on treated material : With treated material cooling means : Plural cyclone separators)

Patent 6216359: Gas fired garment dryer
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : APPARATUS : For hollow article : With conveying or handling means : With hair supports)

Patent 6216360: Device for heating dyes to tint optical lenses
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : MATERIAL TREATED BY ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY : Infrared energy : Having treating gas or vapor circulation)

Patent 6216361: Dehydration of drilling mud
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : PROCESS : With contacting of material treated with solid or liquid agent : With additional conveying means)

Patent 6216362: Method and apparatus for control of the cooling rate of cast steel railway wheels
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : PROCESS : With nondrying treating of material : Nondrying treating precedes drying : Recirculated portion mixed with untreated material)

Patent 6216363: Drying apparatus and method of preventing diaper dermatitis
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : PROCESS : Gas or vapor pressure is superatmospheric : Including addition of treating agent : Treating agent is steam)

Patent 6216364: Method and apparatus for drying washed objects
(DRYING AND GAS OR VAPOR CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : PROCESS : Gas or vapor contact with treated material : Sheet, web, or strand : Vapor or gas treatment : Material speed control)

Patent 6216365: Shock-absorbing insole
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : INSOLES : Laminated : Detachable)

Patent 6216366: Sole for a sport boot and a sport boot having such a sole
(BOOTS, SHOES, AND LEGGINGS : BOOTS AND SHOES : With adjustment of shoe size : Foot shield)

Patent 6216367: Classifying and air-stratifying gold separator with inclined sequential chute cone array and size-classifying screen
(EXCAVATING : BENEATH A BODY OF WATER (E.G., DREDGER) : Adapted to excavate specific discrete material : Control of swing or swing speed)

Patent 6216368: Excavating bucket with replaceable wedge-locked teeth
(EXCAVATING : DIGGING EDGE : Tooth or adaptor : Mounting or retaining means : Including pin or key : Having resilient elastomeric element : With colter)

Patent 6216369: Steam iron with steam discharge ahead of and along the side of the iron
(TEXTILES: IRONING OR SMOOTHING : SMOOTHING IMPLEMENTS : Flatirons : Sole surface : Detachable handle)

Patent 6216370: Display array and device
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : CHANGING EXHIBITOR : Alphanumeric (monogram) device : Magnetic : Illuminated)

Patent 6216371: Revolving signboard for conveying multiple messages
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : CHANGING EXHIBITOR : Rotatable carrier for display item : Plural cylindrical or polygonal rotatable carrier : Sequential exposure of display item)

Patent 6216372: Process for attaching posters or related items onto strip of translucent material
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : CHANGING EXHIBITOR : Double reel and web : Spring rewind)

Patent 6216373: Luminescent jigsaw picture
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : ILLUMINATED SIGN : Luminescent : Electroluminescent : With means to select)

Patent 6216374: Banner with improved supplement signage pocket
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : SIGNS : Stretched or tensioned : Banner type : Stencil screen)

Patent 6216375: Sign decoration system
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : SIGNS : Interchangeable : Motor operated)

Patent 6216376: Display apparatus
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : CHECK, LABEL, OR TAG : For use with horizontal merchandise support hook : Strip or wire formed)

Patent 6216377: Display frame for photographs and the like and typically credit card-sized
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : PICTURE FRAME : Support : Support movable to a nonsupporting position : Folded unitary frame and support : Pocketed sign holder)

Patent 6216378: Photo-frame postcard structure and product
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : PICTURE FRAME : Mat, mount, or backing : Including adhesive for securing picture : Including biasing means)

Patent 6216379: Filing device for developed X-ray film
(CARD, PICTURE, OR SIGN EXHIBITING : PICTURE FRAME : Mat, mount, or backing : Having structure to secure picture (e.g., tab, catch, slot, etc.) : Having transparent cover)

Patent 6216380: Breech plug primer cap adapter
(FIREARMS : MUZZLE LOADERS : Magazines)

Patent 6216381: Laser device for use in adjusting a firearm's sight and a method for aligning a laser module
(FIREARMS : IMPLEMENTS : Sight devices : Target spot or dot superimposed on sight : Hammer)

Patent 6216382: Supporting expander for collapsible hunting decoys
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : DECOYS :)

Patent 6216383: Earwig insect trap
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : TRAPS : Insect : Crawling insect type : Upright perch slidable receptacle)

Patent 6216384: Insect bait station
(FISHING, TRAPPING, AND VERMIN DESTROYING : VERMIN DESTROYING : Poison holders : Vaporizers)

Patent 6216385: Radio calling receiver with means to control reception based on service area, time zone, and/or electric field strength
(COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTRICAL : SELECTIVE : Having indication or alarm (e.g., location indication) : Code responsive (i.e., paging) : Power control or battery saving : Based on received signal : Frame based timing : Using additional record or carrier code)

Patent 6216386: Plant watering device for filling and maintaining a constant depth of water in a plant basin
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : PLANT IRRIGATORS AND/OR FERTILIZERS, APPARATUS OR METHOD : Vertical)

Patent 6216387: Device for and method of plant support and fertilizer delivery
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : PLANT IRRIGATORS AND/OR FERTILIZERS, APPARATUS OR METHOD : Vertical)

Patent 6216388: Dissolving polymer plug for introducing nutrients and medicinal materials into tree trunks
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : INJECTION, METHOD OR APPARATUS : Covers)

Patent 6216389: Stabilized natural turf with decomposition agent
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : PROCESS : Covers)

Patent 6216390: Hydroponic culture procedure and device for implementing it
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : WATER CULTURE, APPARATUS OR METHOD : Nutrient recirculation system (e.g., hydroponic system) : Seed germinator)

Patent 6216391: Quick-release grating incorporating pulleys and cables
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH SPECIFIED MEANS TO EFFECT EMERGENCY RELEASE TO CLOSURE : With manually actuated operator)

Patent 6216392: Sliding window seal
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : MOUNTED FOR OPTIONAL MOVEMENTS : Pivot mounted on sliding member; e.g., slide-stile : Key or latch between closure and stile slide : Free stile slide-closure latch, closure carried)

Patent 6216393: Device for opening and closing a sliding door, in particular for vehicles
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : MOUNTED FOR MULTIDIRECTIONAL OR OBLIQUE MOVEMENT : Initial or terminal movement transverse to sliding movement edgewise of portal : Transversely movable track : Actuating spring codirectional with or acts on links)

Patent 6216394: Window lift mechanism
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH OPERATOR FOR MOVABLY MOUNTED CLOSURE : Drive within closure housing : Motor driven : Lever carries screw gearing component)

Patent 6216395: Threshold protective cover
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : THRESHOLD : Displaceable sealing or binding strip)

Patent 6216396: Entryway protector
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAPED OR STRENGTHENED BY FLUID PRESSURE :)

Patent 6216397: Modular partition
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INCLUDING COMPONENT (E.G., WALL) DESIGNED TO RECEIVE A DISPARATE ARTICLE HAVING DISPARATE ARTICLE MOUNTED THERETO : Task-area type repositionable component (e.g., modular booth, workstation, or concession stand) : Wall juncture (e.g., bathtub surround kit))

Patent 6216398: Wall system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INCLUDING COMPONENT (E.G., WALL) DESIGNED TO RECEIVE A DISPARATE ARTICLE HAVING DISPARATE ARTICLE MOUNTED THERETO : Task-area type repositionable component (e.g., modular booth, workstation, or concession stand) : Wall juncture (e.g., bathtub surround kit))

Patent 6216399: Flood protection device
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SPECIFIED TERRANEAN RELATIONSHIP : With waterproofing means; e.g., covering, coating, or lamina : With laterally spaced foundation element)

Patent 6216400: Prefabricated headers
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : FRAMING TO RECEIVE DOOR, DOORJAMB, OR WINDOW SASH : Auxiliary pane attached to main pane)

Patent 6216401: Blast resistant window framework and elements thereof
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WINDOW OR WINDOW SASH, SILL, MULLION, OR GLAZING : Retaining feature between frame and reveal)

Patent 6216402: Window installation system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : FRAMING TO RECEIVE DOOR, DOORJAMB, OR WINDOW SASH : Retaining feature between frame and reveal : For size-adjustment : With damping or limiting means)

Patent 6216403: Method, member, and tendon for constructing an anchoring device
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WITH COMPONENT HAVING DISCRETE PRESTRESSING MEANS : Anchorage (e.g., end) : Homogenous design (e.g., all metal))

Patent 6216404: Slip joint and hose stream deflector assembly
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : IRREVERSIBLY REACTIVE COMPONENT : Specific prestressing means)

Patent 6216405: Mounting and draining system for prefabricated building panels
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MULTIROOM OR LEVEL : Curtain-wall; i.e., panel attached outside floor or beam : Homogenous design (e.g., all metal))

Patent 6216406: Baseboard infrastructure system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : CONDUIT, TRIM, OR SHIELD MEMBER AT CORNER : With revealed embedded protector)

Patent 6216407: Miterless molding corner piece for rounded inside and outside corners
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : CONDUIT, TRIM, OR SHIELD MEMBER AT CORNER : With revealed embedded protector)

Patent 6216408: Coping assembly
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : VERTICAL STRUCTURE WITH UPPER TERMINAL BEARING PLATE OR CAP : Framework spans footings)

Patent 6216409: Cladding panel for floors, walls or the like
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MODULE OR PANEL HAVING DISCRETE EDGEWISE OR FACE-TO-FACE CONNECTING FEATURE : Having integral key : Tie (e.g., dowel) placed in preformed opposed openings)

Patent 6216410: Interlocking panel system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MODULE OR PANEL HAVING DISCRETE EDGEWISE OR FACE-TO-FACE CONNECTING FEATURE : Having integral key : Key on angularly related edges or faces : Having mortise with internal space)

Patent 6216411: Frame with environment resistant members
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : OPENWORK; E.G., TRUSS, TRELLIS, GRILLE, SCREEN, FRAME, OR REBAR CHAIR : Outside corner or peripherally bordered (i.e., framing, etc.) : Portal frame or closure frame : For door : Inclined struts or ties meeting at intermediate runner)

Patent 6216412: Method for the reinforcement of reinforced concrete and reinforcement for use thereof
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : OPENWORK; E.G., TRUSS, TRELLIS, GRILLE, SCREEN, FRAME, OR REBAR CHAIR : Spacer-positioner; e.g., rebar chair : Mesh type with attached discrete bodies)

Patent 6216413: Collapsible post structure
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAFT (I.E., ELONGATED RIGID STRUCTURE) : End-to-end connected sections : Upright : Having outer layer or shell)

Patent 6216414: Hinge base construction for light poles
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAFT (I.E., ELONGATED RIGID STRUCTURE) : Upright (e.g., post, pole, etc.) : Window came, glazing bar, etc.)

Patent 6216415: Element of load-bearing structures, especially girders for modular shelves
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAFT (I.E., ELONGATED RIGID STRUCTURE) : Girder, column, etc. : Plural or composite having attached intersecting member : Partial sleeve (e.g., collar, etc.))

Patent 6216416: Metal roof installation system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MACHINE OR IMPLEMENT : Roofing : Overlapping or interfolding edges (e.g., shingling, etc.))

Patent 6216417: Glazed element having a high insulating power provided with a plastic profile
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : COMPOSITE PREFABRICATED PANEL INCLUDING ADJUNCTIVE MEANS : Sandwich or hollow with sheet-like facing members : Parallel, transparent panes (e.g., double glass window panel, etc.) : For vehicle)

Patent 6216418: Open and closing apparatus of hopper for automatic tablet sorting and counting machine
(PACKAGE MAKING : WITH COVER-ADJUNCT APPLICATION OR FORMATION : By printing : Before or during packaging : On continuous web : Through restricted passage)

Patent 6216419: Tape-shaped parts package, parts storing tape, tape-shaped cover and parts packaging apparatus
(PACKAGE MAKING : WITH COVER-ADJUNCT APPLICATION OR FORMATION : Adjunct comprising means to protect contents, e.g., padding or spacer : Reclosable, e.g., ziplock (TM) or with valve)

Patent 6216420: Device for heat sealing a tube of packaging sheet material filled with a pourable food product
(PACKAGE MAKING : CLOSING PACKAGES AND FILLED RECEPTACLES : By means adapted to engage outturned seam of package cover : With means to heat or cool seam : With means to advance package during closing)

Patent 6216421: Device for seating and unseating a lid from a carrying cassette
(PACKAGE MAKING : MEANS TO OPEN OR ERECT RECEPTACLE : Means to remove separate closure : To open envelope)

Patent 6216422: Method and apparatus for wrapping material
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Applying a partial cover :)

Patent 6216423: Method and apparatus for placing a product in a flexible recloseable container
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Forming a cover adjunct or application of a cover adjunct to a cover : Package opening device (e.g., tear strip) :)

Patent 6216424: Methods for producing a self-supporting bag and package
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Forming a cover adjunct or application of a cover adjunct to a cover : Package opening device (e.g., tear strip) :)

Patent 6216425: Method and device for producing sausage-type products with a flexible tubular or pouchlike wrapper
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Enclosing contents within progressively formed web means : Single layer forming)

Patent 6216426: Leaktight chamber, method of manufacture and of packaging liquid in these chambers
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Forming or partial forming a receptacle and subsequent filling : Making a pocket in web material by folding and side sealing (e.g., flat bag making) : Forming a capsule)

Patent 6216427: Correctly seated stirrup
(HARNESS FOR WORKING ANIMAL : STIRRUPS : With rigging bar)

Patent 6216428: Shearing stalk roll set and method of harvesting corn
(HARVESTERS : CORNSTALK TYPE : Pickers or huskers : Roller : Fixed)

Patent 6216429: Harvesting platform with an in-line cutterbar drive
(HARVESTERS : CUTTING : Reciprocating side cutter : Front cut : Co-axial wheels : Cutter-bar mountings only : Cutter-bar mountings only)

Patent 6216430: Spinning machine with a multiplicity of electrical loads
(TEXTILES: SPINNING, TWISTING, AND TWINING : APPARATUS AND PROCESSES : Web material)

Patent 6216431: Composite yarn with thermoplastic liquid component
(TEXTILES: SPINNING, TWISTING, AND TWINING : STRAND STRUCTURE : Covered or wrapped : Slub type)

Patent 6216432: Method for inspecting spinning bobbins and system for implementing such method
(TEXTILES: SPINNING, TWISTING, AND TWINING : APPARATUS AND PROCESSES : Monitor and control : On open-end machine)

Patent 6216433: Flyer drafting arrangement having a condensing zone
(TEXTILES: SPINNING, TWISTING, AND TWINING : APPARATUS AND PROCESSES : With drafting : Centrifugal pots and guides)

Patent 6216434: Chain joint
(CHAIN, STAPLE, AND HORSESHOE MAKING : CHAINS : Links : Detachable : Processes)

Patent 6216435: Connecting chain link
(CHAIN, STAPLE, AND HORSESHOE MAKING : CHAINS : Links : Detachable : Processes)

Patent 6216436: Integrated gasification combined cycle power plant with kalina bottoming cycle
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Process : Having fuel conversion (e.g., reforming, etc.) : Solid fuel : Check valve feeds air to exhaust system)

Patent 6216437: Method for regulating the power of a turbo set
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Process : Having power output control : Exhaust actuated air aspirator)

Patent 6216438: Pipeline duct through two or more walls of an axial compressor of a gas turbine
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : For nominal other than power plant output feature : Air bleed : Solid fuel)

Patent 6216439: Gas turbine fuel system comprising fuel oil distribution control system, fuel oil purge system, purging air supply system and fuel nozzle wash
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : With safety device : Fuel flusher or drainer : Solid fuel)

Patent 6216440: Starting device for model jet engines
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Combined with starting feature : Separate device or motive fluid source : Starter motor mechanically coupled to power plant : Check valve feeds air to exhaust system)

Patent 6216441: Removal of inert gases from process gases prior to compression in a gas turbine or combined cycle power plant
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Multiple fluid-operated motors : Different fluids : Steam and combustion products : Check valve feeds air to exhaust system)

Patent 6216442: Supports for connecting a flow sleeve and a liner in a gas turbine combustor
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Having mounting or supporting structure : For motor : Water or steam)

Patent 6216443: Gas turbine, combined cycle plant and compressor
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : With addition of steam and/or water : Exhaust gas recycling)

Patent 6216444: Combustion engine
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : External-combustion engine type : Continuous combustion : Combustion products pass through water)

Patent 6216445: Micro pulsed plasma thruster and method of operating same
(POWER PLANTS : REACTION MOTOR (E.G., MOTIVE FLUID GENERATOR AND REACTION NOZZLE, ETC.) : Electric, nuclear, or radiated energy fluid heating means :)

Patent 6216446: Valveless pulse-jet engine with forward facing intake duct
(POWER PLANTS : REACTION MOTOR (E.G., MOTIVE FLUID GENERATOR AND REACTION NOZZLE, ETC.) : Intermittent combustion : Aerodynamic valve : Compressor or turbine speed sensed to control fuel flow or outlet area)

Patent 6216447: Two-cycle carburetor gasoline engine for snowmobiles, lawn mowers, motorcycles or outboard motors
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Fluid motor means is a turbine with output means mechanically interconnected with internal combustion engine output)

Patent 6216448: Method of diagnosing an NOX storage catalytic converter during operation of an internal combustion engine
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Methods : Anti-pollution : Motive fluid is vaporized liquid)

Patent 6216449: Process for evaluating performance deterioration of a nitrogen oxide storage catalyst
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Methods : Anti-pollution : Motive fluid is vaporized liquid)

Patent 6216450: Exhaust emission control system for internal combustion engine
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Having means analyzing composition of exhaust gas : Anti-pollution)

Patent 6216451: Method of diagnosing an NOx storage catalytic converter during operation of an internal combustion engine
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Having sensor or indicator of malfunction, unsafeness, or disarray of treater (e.g., fusible link, etc.) : Anti-pollution)

Patent 6216452: Exhaust gas purifying apparatus and control method therefor
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Material from exhaust structure fed to engine intake : Anti-pollution)

Patent 6216453: Secondary air supply system for internal combustion engine
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : By means producing a chemical reaction of a component of the exhaust gas : Pressurizing means feeds reactive air to reactor : To port zone and downstream of port)

Patent 6216454: Torque converter
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Coaxial impeller and turbine unit : Having separate guide or reaction means in circuit including impeller and turbine : Rotatable guide or reaction means coaxial with the impeller : Exhaust valve)

Patent 6216455: Apparatus for conversion of energy from the vertical movement of seawater
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Utilizing natural energy or having a geographic feature : Vacuum generated by internal combustion engine intake manifold powers motor)

Patent 6216456: Load sensing hydraulic control system for variable displacement pump
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Condition responsive control of pump or motor displacement : Pump displacement controlled by pump discharge or motor feed pressure : Condition or direction responsive device)

Patent 6216457: Electronically controlled hydraulic brake boost pressure control system
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Pulsator : With control of or by a separate power fluid, etc. : By pressure responsive valve dividing flow between motor and an auxiliary load : In an axial direction)

Patent 6216458: Exhaust gas recirculation system
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : With supercharging means for engine : Supercharging means driven by engine exhaust actuated motor : With exhaust gas recirculation : Including injecting modifying fluid)

Patent 6216459: Exhaust gas re-circulation arrangement
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : With supercharging means for engine : Supercharging means driven by engine exhaust actuated motor : With exhaust gas recirculation : Including injecting modifying fluid)

Patent 6216460: EGR delivery and control system using dedicated full authority compressor
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : With supercharging means for engine : Supercharging means driven by engine exhaust actuated motor : With exhaust gas recirculation : Including injecting modifying fluid)

Patent 6216461: EGR delivery and control system using dedicated full authority compressor
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : With supercharging means for engine : Supercharging means driven by engine exhaust actuated motor : With exhaust gas recirculation : Including injecting modifying fluid)

Patent 6216462: High efficiency, air bottoming engine
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : Having fluid motor motive fluid treating, controlling or conditioning means : Having means to transfer heat energy between engine exhaust and motive fluid for fluid motor : Plural superchargers)

Patent 6216463: Method of combining waste water treatment and power generation technologies
(POWER PLANTS : UTILIZING NATURAL HEAT : Geothermal : With ignition device)

Patent 6216464: Process and unit for the combined production of ammonia synthesis gas and power
(POWER PLANTS : MOTIVE FLUID ENERGIZED BY EXTERNALLY APPLIED HEAT : Process of power production or system operation : Electric heating means)

Patent 6216465: Control system for hybrid vehicle
(POWER PLANTS : SYSTEM HAVING PLURAL MOTORS OR HAVING DIVERSE TYPES OF ENERGY INPUT : Having condition responsive control : Electrical intercontrol system)

Patent 6216466: Fuel-injection arrangement for a gas turbine combustor
(POWER PLANTS : COMBUSTION PRODUCTS USED AS MOTIVE FLUID : Combustion products generator : Having fuel supply system : With fuel injector : Plural distinct injectors : Slinger type)

Patent 6216467: Cryogenic refrigerator with a gaseous contaminant removal system
(REFRIGERATION : GAS COMPRESSION, HEAT REGENERATION AND EXPANSION, E.G., STIRLING CYCLE : Thermoelectric; e.g., peltier effect)

Patent 6216469: Device and process for chilling goods
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Accumulating holdover ice in situ : With stirring, agitating or scraping of the solidification zone)

Patent 6216470: Method and apparatus for pelleting or granulating a liquid or pastry substance
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Treating an article : Moving through cooling zone during cooling : With externally scraped drum or helix or screw)

Patent 6216471: Method and apparatus for providing ice
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Congealing flowable material, e.g., ice making : Removing product from congealing surface : Introducing gas, e.g., air)

Patent 6216472: Process and apparatus for molding ice confectionery with separable mold parts
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Congealing flowable material, e.g., ice making : Removing product from congealing surface : Flexing supporting surface : By injecting)

Patent 6216473: Method of recovering a coolant, apparatus therefor, tool therefor and three-way valve for recovering a pressurized fluid
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Assembling, charging, or repairing of refrigeration producer : Sequential stages, e.g., composite block making)

Patent 6216474: Part load performance of variable speed screw compressor
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Lubricant handling : By utilizing fluid strange to system)

Patent 6216475: Cooling device and cooling method
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Fluid external of refrigeration producing cycle : Indirect by using heat transfer fluid external of cycle : By sorption)

Patent 6216476: Apparatus having refrigeration cycle
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Employing diverse materials or particular material in refrigeration circuit : Utilizing particular refrigerant and/or sorbent materials)

Patent 6216477: Regulating device for air conditioner refrigerant circuit
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Refrigeration producer : Of or by evaporation zone : Back flow or pressure regulator : Expansion valve or variable restrictor)

Patent 6216478: Operation speed change system and method for refrigerator
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Refrigeration producer : Compressor or its drive controlled : By variable speed motor or pulley type mechanism : By conducted evaporator temperature)

Patent 6216479: Programmable electronic start-up delay for refrigeration units
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Refrigeration producer : Compressor or its drive controlled : By condition of power source : By conducted evaporator temperature)

Patent 6216480: Independent and self-sustained ultra efficient hybrid power generation and storage system method
(REFRIGERATION : UTILIZING SOLAR ENERGY : Defrosting)

Patent 6216481: Refrigeration system with heat reclaim and with floating condensing pressure
(REFRIGERATION : DISPARATE APPARATUS UTILIZED AS HEAT SOURCE OR ABSORBER : With vapor compression system : Reversible, i.e., heat pump : By condition of power source)

Patent 6216482: Air conditioner with lower noise indoors
(REFRIGERATION : STRUCTURAL INSTALLATION : Window connected or mounted : Spaced elongated air inlet and outlet type, e.g., air curtain)

Patent 6216483: Liquid desiccant air conditioner
(REFRIGERATION : ATMOSPHERE AND SORBENT CONTACTING TYPE : System, i.e., multiple treating or fluid handling means)

Patent 6216484: Air flow switching type air conditioner for both cooling and heating
(REFRIGERATION : REVERSIBLE, I.E., HEAT PUMP : External fluid flow reversed : Isolated from coolant)

Patent 6216485: Device for cooling extruded profiles
(REFRIGERATION : LIQUID CONTACTING DISCRETE COMMODITY : With article conveyer or transporter : Moving scraper)

Patent 6216486: Ice storage coil arrangement
(REFRIGERATION : INTERMEDIATE FLUID CONTAINER TRANSFERRING HEAT TO HEAT ABSORBER OR HOLDOVER : Flow line connected transfer fluid supply and heat exchanger : With top access to each compartment, e.g., ice cream cans)

Patent 6216487: Re-freezable beverage cooler
(REFRIGERATION : COOLED ENCLOSURE : Portable receptacle : With holdover material : For beverage receptacle : For multiple receptacles : Storage space along container side)

Patent 6216488: Multi purpose cooler
(REFRIGERATION : COOLED ENCLOSURE : Portable receptacle : Picnic/lunch box type cooler : For beverage receptacle)

Patent 6216489: Liquid desiccant air conditioner
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : Sorbent type : With means to enhance separations in generator : Submerged gas-liquid contact means)

Patent 6216490: Electronic information display bracelet
(JEWELRY : BODY MEMBER ENCIRCLING ORNAMENT : Nonpiercing)

Patent 6216491: Lcd panel production
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES : Utilizing parting or lubricating layer : Providing a gaseous layer between glass and apparatus : Sheet : Formed from molten glass : Having at least two concentric burners or blowers)

Patent 6216492: Methods and apparatus for providing quartz glass connectors
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES : Fusion bonding of glass to a formed part : With reshaping glass preform prior to assembly or subsequent to bonding : Prior to assembly : Contacting metal with molten glass prior to forming sheet)

Patent 6216493: Method and apparatus for making an article from a formable material
(GLASS MANUFACTURING : PROCESSES : Forming product or preform from molten glass : Initial forming of hollow product or preform in mold cavity : From inorganic oxides or hydroxides)

Patent 6216494: Method of producing a knitted article
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : INDEPENDENT-NEEDLE MACHINES : Straight : Multiple-needle bank : Hand coverings, forming : Needle-actuated pickers)

Patent 6216495: Support stocking
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : FABRICS OR ARTICLES : Articles : Garments : Nether : Hosiery : Combined foot structure and fashioned calf : With mock seam)

Patent 6216496: High performance hook and loop closure system
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : FABRICS OR ARTICLES : Incorporated unknitted materials : Fleece or pile type : Fashioned)

Patent 6216497: Heat retaining knit fabric
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : FABRICS OR ARTICLES : Materials : To or from rib or rib change)

Patent 6216498: Sealed top cover and lid for washing machine
(TEXTILES: FLUID TREATING APPARATUS : MACHINES :)

Patent 6216499: Laptop computer security device
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For portable articles : Parts, accessories, attachments and adjuncts)

Patent 6216500: Device for unlocking tubular-type door lock in conjunction with indoor handle
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For control and machine elements : Handle, handwheel or knob : Lock and handle assembly : Freely movable when locked)

Patent 6216501: Electronic Key
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For automotive vehicles : Steering mechanism with switch : With switch)

Patent 6216502: Keyless locking system
(LOCKS : OPERATING MECHANISM : Using a powered device (e.g., motor) : Electrical type (e.g., solenoid) : Continuously operating once initiated)

Patent 6216503: Method for setting operating conditions for continuous hot rolling facilities
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH USE OF CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Metal deforming by use of roller or roller-like tool element : Including use of sensor responsive to information carried by removable auxiliary record (e.g., recording disk, tape, or card) : Including plural sensors or sensor responsive to comparison between plural conditions :)

Patent 6216504: Traveling sheet thickness changing method for cold tandem roller
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH USE OF CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Metal deforming by use of roller or roller-like tool element : Including plural sensors or sensor responsive to comparison between plural conditions : Sensing work or product (e.g., by X-ray) : Sensing lead end or tail end : Measuring tension distribution across width of work)

Patent 6216505: Method and apparatus for rolling a strip
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH USE OF CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Metal deforming by use of roller or roller-like tool element : Sensing work or product (e.g., by X-ray) : Including plural sensors or sensor responsive to plural conditions : Sensing cross sectional dimension : Sensing flatness (e.g., crown) : Sensor utilizes radiation to detect thickness (e.g., by X-ray))

Patent 6216506: Double-draft wire drawing and collection machine with tension-sensitive speed control
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH USE OF CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Sensing work or product (e.g., by X-ray) : Sensing slack or tension (e.g., by use of dancer) : Sensing tool or tool-linked part)

Patent 6216507: In-line wire drawing continuous treatment process and system
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH CLEANING, DESCALING, OR LUBRICATION OF WORK OR PRODUCT : Mechanical cleaning : Work stop position)

Patent 6216508: Apparatus for dieless forming plate materials
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH CLEANING, DESCALING, OR LUBRICATION OF WORK OR PRODUCT : Lubricating : With means to apply lubricant : By sensing hydraulic pressure)

Patent 6216509: Hydroformed tubular member and method of hydroforming tubular members
(METAL DEFORMING : BY APPLICATION OF FLUENT MEDIUM, OR ENERGY FIELD : Using fixed die : Expanding hollow work : Corrugating tubular work)

Patent 6216510: Method of producing self-lock screw
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF TOOL ACTING DURING RELATIVE ROTATION BETWEEN TOOL AND WORK ABOUT INTERNAL CENTER (E.G., GYRATING OR ROTATING TOOL) : During rotation of work : Using non-cylindrical rotating tool : Having helical groove : Including work-piercing or work-expanding plug)

Patent 6216511: Apparatus and method for smoothing a welded seam of steel pipe
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF TOOL ACTING DURING RELATIVE ROTATION BETWEEN TOOL AND WORK ABOUT INTERNAL CENTER (E.G., GYRATING OR ROTATING TOOL) : Tool orbiting or rotating about an axis : Comprising transverse-axis roller inside hollow work : Including in tool-couple)

Patent 6216512: Method and apparatus for forming a processed portion of a workpiece
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF TOOL ACTING DURING RELATIVE ROTATION BETWEEN TOOL AND WORK ABOUT INTERNAL CENTER (E.G., GYRATING OR ROTATING TOOL) : Tool orbiting or rotating about an axis : With actuation of tool radially : Wherein tool is actuated inwardly : And circumferentially spaced, work-engaging elements)

Patent 6216513: Apparatus for manufacturing a rectangular-wire coil
(METAL DEFORMING : BY DEFLECTING SUCCESSIVELY-PRESENTED PORTIONS OF WORK DURING BODILY MOVEMENT THEREOF (E.G., FOR COILING, LEVELLING, CURVING OR TROUGHING MATERIAL IN MOVEMENT) : To form spiral coil : With core inside coil : And means to traverse work-guide)

Patent 6216514: Roll-forming machine
(METAL DEFORMING : BY DEFLECTING SUCCESSIVELY-PRESENTED PORTIONS OF WORK DURING BODILY MOVEMENT THEREOF (E.G., FOR COILING, LEVELLING, CURVING OR TROUGHING MATERIAL IN MOVEMENT) : By use of deflector arranged to bend work transversely of direction of work movement (e.g., troughing) : Including roller-cluster : Including adjustable element)

Patent 6216515: Roll stand arrangement for a single wire rolling mill train
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF ROLLER OR ROLLER-LIKE TOOL-ELEMENT : Plural roller-couples (e.g., successively or optionally usable) : With material-handling between successive couples : Including optionally selectable work paths : Work between movable tool and pivot (e.g., sweep-arm bender))

Patent 6216516: Reversing compact installation for cold rolling strip-shaped rolling material
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF ROLLER OR ROLLER-LIKE TOOL-ELEMENT : Plural roller-couples (e.g., successively or optionally usable) : With material-handling between successive couples : To reverse-roll the workpiece : Work between movable tool and pivot (e.g., sweep-arm bender))

 

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