Patents 6217278 - 6217531

 

 

Patent 6217278: Turbomolecular pump
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : SMOOTH RUNNER SURFACE FOR WORKING FLUID FRICTIONAL CONTACT (E.G., UNBLADED RUNNER, ETC.) : Blades projecting axially from plural transverse runner faces)

Patent 6217279: Device for sealing gas turbine stator blades
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH LUBRICATING, SEALING, PACKING OR BEARING MEANS HAVING INTERNAL WORKING FLUID CONNECTION (E.G., FLUID OR FLUID BIASED SEAL, ETC.) : Motor shaft)

Patent 6217280: Turbine inter-disk cavity cooling air compressor
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH PASSAGE IN BLADE, VANE, SHAFT OR ROTARY DISTRIBUTOR COMMUNICATING WITH WORKING FLUID : For shaft sealing, packing, lubricating or bearing means)

Patent 6217281: Low-noise fan-filter unit
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SOUND OR VIBRATORY WAVE ABSORBING OR PREVENTING MEANS OR ARRANGEMENT : Diverse fluids to motor)

Patent 6217282: Vane elements adapted for assembly to form a vane ring of a gas turbine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Vane or deflector : Plural and arcuately or circularly arranged in radial plane around runner axis : Having means for mounting diaphragm or plural vane holder to casing : Nonradial flow runner)

Patent 6217283: Composite fan platform
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : HAVING FRANGIBLE OR FUSIBLE PART OR CONNECTION :)

Patent 6217284: Oscillating fluid flow motor
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : OSCILLATORY REACTION MOTION : Compound motion (e.g., feathering, undulating, etc.) : Intermeshing or interdigitated working members)

Patent 6217285: Impeller for a centrifugal blower
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ROTOR HAVING FLOW CONFINING OR DEFLECTING WEB, SHROUD OR CONTINUOUS PASSAGE : Radially extending web or end plate : Circumferentially and radially continuous web or end plate : Having opposed annular surface between adjacent blades : Turbo-machine)

Patent 6217286: Unidirectionally solidified cast article and method of making
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Coating, specific composition or characteristic : Angular or offset)

Patent 6217287: Variable capacity compressor having adjustable crankpin throw structure
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : By changing electrical characteristic of motor or motor circuit : Controlling motive fluid or drive motor)

Patent 6217288: Method and apparatus for limiting a critical variable of a group of compressors or an individual compressor
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)

Patent 6217289: Axial piston pump with auxiliary pump
(PUMPS : DIVERSE PUMPS : Jet)

Patent 6217290: Control valve for variable capacity compressors
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : Rotary expansible chamber pump)

Patent 6217291: Control valve for variable displacement compressors and method for varying displacement
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : With sump pressure actuation : By movable conduit or conduit wall (e.g., combining tube))

Patent 6217292: Variable displacement type refrigerant compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : With sump pressure actuation : By movable conduit or conduit wall (e.g., combining tube))

Patent 6217293: Variable displacement compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : With sump pressure actuation : By movable conduit or conduit wall (e.g., combining tube))

Patent 6217294: Combination container with mounted fan
(PUMPS : CHANGEABLE BY ASSEMBLY OR DISASSEMBLY : For reverse drive or flow : Wheel or axle)

Patent 6217295: Swash plate type compressor
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)

Patent 6217296: Variable displacement pump
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Pressure responsive relief or bypass valve : Rotary expansible chamber pump : Fluid motor driven)

Patent 6217297: Mounting structure of electric motor-driven compressor
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Including means for facilitating assembly or disassembly of pump to or from motor or fixed support : Pump within armature)

Patent 6217298: Electrodynamic transmission and a centrifugal pump with a transmission of this kind
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Pump magnetically coupled to rotary drive : Relatively movable pumping members)

Patent 6217299: Integrated pump and tappet unit for a fuel feeding system
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Biasing means effects induction stroke of abutment driven, vacuum producing pumping member : Cylinder and piston reciprocate on common axis)

Patent 6217300: Piston pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Valved piston : Having separate means biasing valve closed : Manually operated pump)

Patent 6217301: Scroll fluid machinery
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : Having specific wrap or end plate, e.g., shape, material, coating : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6217302: Floating seal bias for reverse fun protection in scroll compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With mechanical sealing : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6217303: Displacement fluid machine
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Plural working members or chambers : Circumferentially spaced working chambers : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6217304: Multi-rotor helical-screw compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : HEAT EXCHANGE OR NON-WORKING FLUID LUBRICATING OR SEALING : Intermixed incoming working and non-working fluids : Non-working fluid initially directed to working member)

Patent 6217305: Screw pumps
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : INTERENGAGING ROTATING MEMBERS : Each tapered : Axially moving)

Patent 6217306: Reversible double-throw air motor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : MISCELLANEOUS : Fluid biased)

Patent 6217307: Spring spacer for bladder assembly in a tire curing press
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : RESHAPING, RESIZING OR VULCANIZING MEANS FOR TIRE, TIRE TUBE, OR DRIVE BELT : Interior holding means or curing bag inserter, releaser, or remover : Including removable tire tread shaping portion)

Patent 6217308: Multicavity blow molding machine for producing hollow bodies
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : MEANS APPLYING ELECTRICAL OR WAVE ENERGY DIRECTLY TO WORK : Electro-static or inductive field : Electro-static : With timer for molding material preheat period)

Patent 6217309: Figure cutter for food slices
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SETS OF PRESS COUPLES COMPRISING REGISTERING FEMALE MOLD CAVITIES : Coacting cutting; edges on female mold sections : Cleaner coacting with traveling former)

Patent 6217310: Tooling apparatus for composite fabrication
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : MEANS TO CREATE A VACUUM OR APPLY FLUID PRESSURE WITHIN A PRESS FORMING MOLD : Including product handling means)

Patent 6217311: Apparatus for and method of portioning rice
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SHAPING SURFACE INCLUDING MEANS TO RELEASE OR REMOVE PRODUCT FROM SHAPING SURFACE : Means to rotate female mold about horizontal axis)

Patent 6217312: Ignition system for a gas appliance
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Starting or shutdown procedure :)

Patent 6217313: Childproof barbecue lighter
(COMBUSTION : CORRELATION OF FUEL OR POWER SUPPLY WITH COMPONENT MOVEMENTS IN A DISABLING AND ENABLING SEQUENCE : Movably or removably mounted cover for flame holder)

Patent 6217314: Disposable, recyclable oil candle
(COMBUSTION : FIBROUS WICK TYPE FLAME HOLDER : Liquid fuel container carries wick guide or support : Rotatable projection means engages wick)

Patent 6217315: Liquid fuel burning device
(COMBUSTION : FIBROUS WICK TYPE FLAME HOLDER : Liquid fuel container carries wick guide or support : Having distinct container filling or venting structure : Opposed rotatable wick engaging means)

Patent 6217316: Support for a torch
(COMBUSTION : WITH SUPPORTING BRACKET, LEG, HOOK, STRAP OR CLIP : Including exhaust flue having air feed passages)

Patent 6217317: Combination conduction/convection furnace
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Having means by which work is progressed or moved mechanically : Plural distinct chambers : Thrust means advances row or stack of units)

Patent 6217318: Grate bar for pelletizing and sintering furnaces
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Having means by which work is progressed or moved mechanically : Combustion products generated in or fed to chamber : Movable chamber floor section carried by external guide or axle : Heated shelf or trough)

Patent 6217319: Semiconductor manufacturing device and method of processing wafer
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Work chamber having gaseous material supply or removal structure : Spaced fuel or air feeds to work chamber)

Patent 6217320: Space heating appliances
(HEATING : WORK CHAMBER HAVING HEATING MEANS : Heating tube, element, or flue traverses work space : Chambers are movably or removably mounted retorts)

Patent 6217321: Orthodontic bracket
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Bracket : Having means to secure arch wire : Resiliently biased clamping member :)

Patent 6217322: Low friction orthodontic appliance
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Bracket : Having arch wire enclosing guide (e.g., buccal tube) : Separable securing means)

Patent 6217323: Dental distractor
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Means to transmit or apply force to tooth : Having arch wire enclosing guide (e.g., buccal tube))

Patent 6217324: Orthodontic hook assembly and appliance
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Arch wire attachment : Metallic spring)

Patent 6217325: Method and system for incrementally moving teeth
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : Method of positioning or aligning teeth : Metallic spring)

Patent 6217326: Mold for producing a model of a tooth
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having gauge or guide : Dowel pin or positioner therefor : Articulator or attachment therefor)

Patent 6217327: Soft scrub and spray method
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)

Patent 6217328: Oral hygiene system
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)

Patent 6217329: Maintenance apparatus for a medical or dental handpiece
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool (e.g., "engine") : Including lubricating or apparatus cooling means : Fluid control valve)

Patent 6217330: Dental tool for surface treatment
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Tool bit : Abrading or polishing : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6217331: Single-stage implant system
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6217332: Combination implant carrier and vial cap
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6217333: Dental implant for promoting reduced interpoximal resorption
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6217334: Dental scanning method and apparatus
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 6217335: Endodontic systems and methods for the anatomicall, sectional and progressive corono-apical preparation of root canals with minimal apical
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Endodontic : Method of fabricating)

Patent 6217336: Methods and kits for painting walls
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Color application (e.g., painting, etc.) : Building or room interior represented pictorially or by model)

Patent 6217337: Method for obtaining a tabulation to display a range of colors which can be reproduced with accuracy
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Color application (e.g., painting, etc.) : Building or room interior represented pictorially or by model)

Patent 6217338: Braille cell and display comprising a plurality of braille cells, as well as a method for controlling a plurality of pins of a braille cell
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : COMMUNICATION AIDS FOR THE HANDICAPPED : Tactile reading aid (e.g., Braille, etc.) : Converting information to tactile output : Cosmetic or nail polish)

Patent 6217339: Power source connecting apparatus and electronic appliance having the same power source connecting apparatus
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH MAGNET : Connection to lamp)

Patent 6217340: Electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Connection to lamp or electron tube : Movable about its axis : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6217341: Integrated circuit test socket having torsion wire contacts
(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 6217342: Interposer assembly
(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 6217343: Multipoint conductive sheet
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Flexible panel : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6217344: Cable connector in which two contacts clamp a wire core of a cable therebetween
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Flexible panel : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6217345: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Flexible panel : Automotive junction box)

Patent 6217346: Solderless pin connection
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Automotive junction box)

Patent 6217347: Electrical connector having multiple arrays of contacts with co-linear mounting points
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Panel circuit adapted to move along panel plane relative to coupling part for insertion of male contact : Connected by transversely inserted pin)

Patent 6217348: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Contact soldered to panel circuit : In or for use in panel circuit aperture)

Patent 6217349: Holder and method for manufacturing the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING ELASTOMERIC OR NONMETALLIC CONDUCTIVE PORTION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements : Between parallel conductors)

Patent 6217350: Media jack adaptor and system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6217351: Adaptor module configured to be attached to a communication card
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6217352: Electrical connectors having dual biased contact pins
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6217353: Structure of a safety receptacle
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Movable to misalign aperture with contact : With connector retaining means in addition to contact of connector)

Patent 6217354: Lever type electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Including retainer or joiner : Integral retainer and cam separator : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 6217355: Compressed air clockspring
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH RELATIVELY GUIDED MEMBERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLIABLE CONDUCTOR : Relatively movable about axis : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate)

Patent 6217356: Electrical terminal with arc arresting region
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING ARC SUPPRESSING OR EXTINGUISHING MEANS : Liquid)

Patent 6217357: Method of manufacturing two-power supply voltage compatible CMOS semiconductor device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING RETAINER OR PASSAGEWAY FOR FLUENT MATERIAL : Liquid retainer : Connector/line assembly coupled to mating connector/line assembly by movement about an axis less than 360 degrees)

Patent 6217358: Connector coupling structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : SELF ALIGNING CONTACT : Contact mounted in floating nonconductive holder : Axially biased contact)

Patent 6217359: Mobile rack for removable hard disk driver
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : With guiding means for removable automobile radio or record player : With relatively rotatable movement-actuating or retaining ring)

Patent 6217360: Connector lock
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Including movement of coupling part about axis : Pivotal movement : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)

Patent 6217361: Zip socket having movable frame
(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 6217362: Electrical connector having improved contact elements
(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 6217363: Connector and connector attachment structure
(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 6217364: Electrical connector assembly with guide pin latching system
(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 6217365: 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 6217366: Releasable cord coupler
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : For unsupported coupling part and unsupported mating part, (e.g., connecting extension cords) : Parallel to connection)

Patent 6217367: Kinematic coupling
Patent 6217368: System for smoothly plugging and unplugging large input/output connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : Rodlike guide member extending in coupling direction or tubular passage for receiving rodlike guide member : Wall or outlet mounted)

Patent 6217369: Electrical connector for cardiac devices
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Curved conductor path : Distinct cable attached enlargement means)

Patent 6217370: Circuit breaker accessory module terminal plug
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING HANDLE OR DISTINCT MANIPULATING MEANS : Coupling part : Test probe)

Patent 6217371: Modular connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INDICATING OR IDENTIFYING PROVISION : Connection indicating provision : Indicator light : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6217372: Cable structure with improved grounding termination in the connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With shield, ground conductor or ground commoning means : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 6217373: Thin-film electrical termination and method for making
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : Including connector housing surrounding cable : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 6217374: Electrical connector with wire management system
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : Including connector housing surrounding cable : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 6217375: Wiring harness arranging construction
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STORAGE MEANS FOR FLACCID CONDUCTOR : Including connector housing surrounding cable)

Patent 6217376: Dustproof protection cover and method of using a dustproof protection cover
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH PROVISION TO RESTRICT ENVIRONMENT EFFECTS : Parallel or supplemental nonshielded path)

Patent 6217377: Electric circuit connection container
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : Including resilient securing : By resilient member on panel : Resilient gripping of panel)

Patent 6217378: Universal serial bus connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Having resilient means engaging panel opening : Coupling part including panel engaging shoulder)

Patent 6217379: Plug-in contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : With guiding means for inserted contact : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6217380: Connector for different sized coaxial cables and related methods
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6217381: Connector for a coaxial cable and its connecting method
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6217382: Coaxial cable ESD bleed
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6217383: Coaxial cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6217384: Connector for a coaxial cable with annularly corrugated outer cable conductor
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : Having screw-threaded or screw-thread operated cable grip : Resilient clamp)

Patent 6217385: Sealing unit, particularly for electric connectors
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Sealing : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6217386: Connector with easily mating grounding contact
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Conductive shielding material individually surrounding or interposed between mutually insulated contacts : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6217387: Terminal fitting for a wedge-base bulb and a bulb socket comprising such a terminal fitting
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH VITREOUS-TYPE ENVELOPE (E.G., BASE OF LAMP OR VACUUM TUBE) : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement : Having three or more circularly arranged contacts (e.g., base of vacuum tube))

Patent 6217388: Low profile SIR connector and terminal
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : Having only two duplicate contacts arranged bilaterally symmetric about longitudinal axis of engagement)

Patent 6217389: Universal serial bus connector with an integral over-current protection device and indicator
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : With or for fuse : Comprising coupling part housing for enclosing fuse : Folded prongs)

Patent 6217390: AC adaptor for computer
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Two or more plural-contact coupling parts combined in one integral unit : Unit includes receptacle for receiving plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Combined with plug having spaced, longitudinally engaging, prong-like contacts : Combined with push-pull-coupling receptacle)

Patent 6217391: Low profile modular electrical jack and communication card including the same
(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 6217392: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having push-pull-engaging contacts spaced along planar side wall transverse to longitudinal engagement axis (e.g., telephone jack or plug) : Having bayonet-coupling contact)

Patent 6217393: Appliance connector and production method thereof
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by heat-molding or cold-deforming insulation or by casting, welding, or cementing : Screw-threaded contact having mutilated, irregular, interrupted, or discontinuous screw thread)

Patent 6217394: Waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : With guiding means for inserted contact : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6217395: Contact spring and receptacle contact having an insertion funnel and contact surface
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Having opposed cantilevered clamping fingers resiliently urged toward one another : Allochiral cantilevered clamping fingers : With means for mounting to flat panel)

Patent 6217396: Electrical connector with U-shaped spring contacts
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Having cantilevered spring contact finger : Having cantilevered clamping finger resiliently urged toward rigid clamping jaw)

Patent 6217397: Cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING PART PERMANENTLY SECURED TO CONDUCTOR USING FUSED OR MOLDED MATERIAL : Adapted to be secured by part resiliently gripping insulation)

Patent 6217398: Human-powered or human-assisted energy generation and transmission system with energy storage means and improved efficiency
(MARINE PROPULSION : OPERATOR POWERED DRIVE FOR PROPELLING MEANS : Having nonpropelling cycle segment)

Patent 6217399: Propulsion arrangement for axisymmetric fluid-borne vehicles
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)

Patent 6217400: Control for marine transmission
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Having transmission : Cage or screen)

Patent 6217401: Inflatable towable vehicle
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : WATER SKIMMING OR WALKING DEVICE : Foot attached)

Patent 6217402: Stabilizing element for use on mobile devices
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : WATER SKIMMING OR WALKING DEVICE : Having stabilizing surface : Spheroid or wheel-like device encircling walker)

Patent 6217403: Gate electrode formation method
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : With assembly or disassembly : Display or gas panel making :)

Patent 6217404: Toy airplane
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Glider : Having longitudinally folded or creased fuselage : Resiliently biased projector)

Patent 6217405: Magnetically interactive substrate for a book
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : HAVING PERMANENT MAGNET (NOT MOTOR ASSOCIATED) : And member movable in spaced relation to moving magnet : Including interposed partition : Magnet or member moves along partition surface : Including means to retain resilient propulsion member in stressed condition)

Patent 6217406: Wire skeleton for soft sculptured dolls
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Fabric-covered stuffed figure : Having enclosed reinforcing or skeletal portion : Rod-supported or -controlled figure)

Patent 6217407: Method of producing a hairpiece which can be fastened on a toy figure, and toy figure with a hairpiece fastened thereon
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Head : Having hair : Eyelash)

Patent 6217408: Self righting pet toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : BALANCED OR SELF-RIGHTING (E.G., ROCKING) : Head)

Patent 6217409: Threaded grinding wheel and method of dressing
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6217410: Apparatus for cleaning workpiece surfaces and monitoring probes during workpiece processing
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 6217411: Polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)

Patent 6217412: Method for characterizing polish pad lots to eliminate or reduce tool requalification after changing a polishing pad
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : Cyclic control)

Patent 6217413: Coated abrasive article, method for preparing the same, and method of using a coated abrasive article to abrade a hard workpiece
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6217414: Method and apparatus for respositioning and forming a power transmission belt
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6217415: Method and arrangement for reducing friction between metallic components
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Tumbling : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)

Patent 6217416: Chemical mechanical polishing slurry useful for copper/tantalum substrates
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6217417: Method for polishing thin plate and plate for holding thin plate
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6217418: Polishing pad and method for polishing porous materials
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6217419: Chemical-mechanical polisher
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6217420: Grinding machine spindle flexibly attached to platform
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Lens : Edging : Table dog actuated)

Patent 6217421: Method of lapping gears
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Gear or worm abrading : Edging)

Patent 6217422: Light energy cleaning of polishing pads
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6217423: Apparatus and method for mirror surface grinding of magnetic disc substrate
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Side face of disk : Utilizing mounted rigid abrading tool only)

Patent 6217424: Metal-polishing technique
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Disk or wheel abrader : Blade sharpener)

Patent 6217425: Apparatus and method for lapping magnetic heads
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating)

Patent 6217426: CMP polishing pad
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)

Patent 6217427: Mobius strip belt for linear CMP tools
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Endless band tool : Means to rotate tool)

Patent 6217428: Grinding disc holder
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Clamp : Machine head)

Patent 6217429: Polishing pad conditioner
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Dressing : Internal abrader)

Patent 6217430: Pad conditioner cleaning apparatus
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Tool cleaner : Internal abrader)

Patent 6217431: Sanding brush assembly
(ABRADING : CARRIER FOR RELATIVELY MOVABLE SIMULTANEOUSLY USABLE TOOLS : For radially movable tools : Work guard)

Patent 6217432: Abrasive article comprising a barrier coating
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Laminate : Discontinuous or differential coating impregnation or bond : Detachable from tool support)

Patent 6217433: Grinding device and method
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary disk : Ribbed periphery)

Patent 6217434: Polishing pads and methods relating thereto
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary disk : Ribbed periphery)

Patent 6217435: Process of elimination of bacteria in shellfish, of shucking shellfish and an apparatus therefor
(BUTCHERING : MOLLUSK (E.G., OYSTER, CLAM, SQUID, MUSSEL, OCTOPUS, SNAIL, SLUG, SCALLOP) : Claw lock)

Patent 6217436: Method and closing device for producing sausage-like products
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Linking : Nozzle)

Patent 6217437: Double-sided work station
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Covered workbench chamber (e.g., fume hood, etc.) : Having air inlet separate from access opening : With means for liquid contact)

Patent 6217438: Integrated air conduit for motor vehicle instrument panel
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having canopy exhaust hood)

Patent 6217439: Climate control unit
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : With air treatment means : Porous filter : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 6217440: Air mover system with reduced reverse air flow
(VENTILATION : ELECTRONIC CABINET : Provision safe)

Patent 6217441: Method and apparatus for sealing building ductwork during chemical or biological attack
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : With adjustable valve (e.g., damper, etc.) : Having register box, frame, or grating)

Patent 6217442: Grain processing apparatus and methods
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : SEPARATOR : With cutting)

Patent 6217443: Carbonless paper notepad
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES FOR MANIFOLDING : BOOK AND LEAF : Multiple copy : Having book with sectional leaf folded in manifolding : And perforated strip guide or stop means)

Patent 6217444: Simulative golf game system and a method for providing a simulative golf game and a storage medium for storing a simulative golf game program
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game including a simulated projectile (e.g., bullet, missile, ball, puck, etc.) : Paddle-type game (e.g., pinball, tennis, baseball, golf, hockey, etc.) :)

Patent 6217445: Driving game machine and computer-readable medium storing driving game program
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a race game : Simulated projector with diverse interactive target)

Patent 6217446: Game device and picture processing device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring an element of a participant`s physical skill or ability (e.g., hand-eye coordination, reflex, etc.) : Simulated projector with diverse interactive target)

Patent 6217447: Method and system for generating displays in relation to the play of baccarat
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : With chance element or event (e.g., backgammon, Scrabble, etc.) : Card- or tile-type (e.g., bridge, dominoes, etc.) : Ultimate outcome dependant upon summation of plural card or tile values (e.g., blackjack, etc.) :)

Patent 6217448: Controller-based linked gaming machine bonus system
(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 6217449: Image generating device and information storage medium
(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.) : Audible)

Patent 6217450: Computerized pool cue
(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.) : Image projection)

Patent 6217451: Torsional vibration damper
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : Spring detail : With particular seat :)

Patent 6217452: Direction-dependent driving coupling between the rotor of a permanent-magnet synchronous motor and the working part
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Element positioned between intermeshing teeth on driving and driven members : Teeth on radially overlapping surfaces : Plural axially spaced liners)

Patent 6217453: Flexible coupling and bonded subassembly having a central pivot bearing
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Nonmetallic element : Extending between radially overlapping surfaces on driving and driven members : Nonmetallic)

Patent 6217454: Tripod type constant velocity joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Tripod coupling : Wheel mounted on rolling body)

Patent 6217455: Driving shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially directed pin : With additional axially spaced torque-transmitting coupling which facilitates relative movement between members : Laminated element or plural elements abutting or spaced along axis of rotation)

Patent 6217456: Telescopic shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING FACILITATES RELATIVE AXIAL MOTION BETWEEN COUPLED MEMBERS : Coupler includes antifriction rolling body engageable with axially moveable member : Coupler includes antifriction rolling body engageable with drill string)

Patent 6217457: Axially adjustable steering shaft assembly with rods and linear bearings
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING FACILITATES RELATIVE AXIAL MOTION BETWEEN COUPLED MEMBERS : Coupler includes antifriction rolling body engageable with axially moveable member : Recirculating rolling bodies : With screw device for adjusting radial position of rolling body)

Patent 6217458: Golf game with a three dimensional target
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Target or obstacle (e.g., putting hole, hole marker, sand trap, etc.) : Projectile responsive sensor (e.g., target impact indicator, etc.) : Projectile adheres to target : Displaceable by projectile impact)

Patent 6217459: Putter head assembly
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Putter : Resilient sleeve engaging hosel and outer shaft wall)

Patent 6217460: Putter having plastic insert
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Shaft tapered in steps)

Patent 6217461: Golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced ground resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 6217462: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Interior includes injected or compressed material : Diverse layer between shperical core and cover : Injected gas)

Patent 6217463: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Interior includes injected or compressed material : Diverse layer between shperical core and cover : Injected gas)

Patent 6217464: Golf ball with reduced spin
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Diverse cover and interior)

Patent 6217465: Impact relief tool
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Player manipulated turf repair tool : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 6217466: Racquet and method of stringing a racquet
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Racket or paddle; accessory therefor (e.g., a tennis racket, tennis racket press, etc.) : Elongated string-hole liner (e.g., grommet, bushing, etc.) : Of handle or grip)

Patent 6217467: Broadhead for an arrow having expanding cutting blades
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Head structure : Broadhead : With stringing or string-stretching device)

Patent 6217468: Hockey puck with outer shock absorbing enclosure and spaced apart multiple inner core segments
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Disk- or ring-shaped (e.g., ice hockey puck, etc.) : Vane structure (i.e., flight guiding or stabilizing means))

Patent 6217469: Control system for continuously variable 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.) : Fluid pressure actuator for adjustment of member : Mounted on laterally shiftable countershaft)

Patent 6217470: Belt tensioner with increased bushing surface
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along arcuate path to tension belt : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)

Patent 6217471: Metal belt and method for producing such
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION DRIVE BELT : Including plural interconnected members each having a drive surface facing in a common direction : Belt has oppositely facing side drive surfaces (e.g., "V-belt", etc.) : Common member surrounds opening for pulley tooth on all sides)

Patent 6217472: Metal V-belt
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION DRIVE BELT : Including plural interconnected members each having a drive surface facing in a common direction : Belt has oppositely facing side drive surfaces (e.g., "V-belt", etc.) : Common member surrounds opening for pulley tooth on all sides)

Patent 6217473: Toroidal continuously variable transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is friction gearing : Plural power paths to planetary gearing : Friction gear engages facing concave surfaces : Torque responsive means to increase contact pressure)

Patent 6217474: Multi speed power transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : With flywheel or centrifugal weight control)

Patent 6217475: Dual mass variable inertia flywheel assembly
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : With flywheel or centrifugal weight control)

Patent 6217476: Torque-transmitting device and method for starting a prime mover unit
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : PLURAL ENGINES : Electric engine : With clutch control :)

Patent 6217477: Automatic transmission control system
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Controlled by engine map : Stopped at end of cycle)

Patent 6217478: Position and/or angle control method and device without absolute positions sensor
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Fluid pressure control : Fluid pressure control)

Patent 6217479: Converterless multiple-ratio automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With clutch control : Clutch controlled : Speed responsive control)

Patent 6217480: Engine control
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Ignition intermitting initiated by positioning accelerator)

Patent 6217481: Slip control system for torque converter
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : Speed responsive control : Transmission pressure controlled)

Patent 6217482: Entertainment and exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : FOR HEAD OR NECK : Monitors exercise parameter)

Patent 6217483: Exercise apparatus adjustment mechanism
(EXERCISE DEVICES : GYMNASTIC : Horizontal bar : Having upright array of horizontally extending elements)

Patent 6217484: Rehabilitation apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Grip)

Patent 6217485: Elliptical exercise methods and apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 6217486: Elliptical step exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 6217487: Quadruped-type exercise apparatus for humans and method of exercising
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 6217488: Lower extremity rehabilitation and toning exercise apparatus method
(EXERCISE DEVICES : FOR FOOT OR ANKLE : User inside device)

Patent 6217489: Heavy bag and method for filling
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)

Patent 6217490: Martial arts equipment device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)

Patent 6217491: Device for stimulating muscles
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Multidirectionally movable bag or pad)

Patent 6217492: Embracing mechanism of exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Pivoted user interface element :)

Patent 6217493: Exercise machine for exercising latissimus dorsi muscles and other muscles
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Flexible element drawn out through exit guide : Relocatable exit guide :)

Patent 6217494: Adjustable revolving-weight lifting bar
(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 : Barbell support)

Patent 6217495: Symmetrical exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Club : Bar held by single hand of user (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 6217496: Symmetrical multi-axis linear motor machine tool
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Including matrix)

Patent 6217497: Stand-up apparatus for producing flexible pouches
(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 : By use of photocell condition sensor : Responsive to mark or indicia on work :)

Patent 6217498: Packaging system and method including cushioning conversion machine with sloped chute and auto-feed
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Responsive to work material, the product or means engaging the work material or the product : To actuate cutting, breaking, tearing, or abrading means : Plural interrelated sensors)

Patent 6217499: Manufacture of a flexible container
(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 : Means to facilitate opening of container : Reclosable means (e.g., valve) : With vertical stacking of product)

Patent 6217500: Method and apparatus for dispensing twist-ties
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : And with bending : Comprising bringing two members together)

Patent 6217501: Cushioning conversion machine
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Crushing or crumpling : Of longitudinally moving work)

Patent 6217502: Centrifugal separator having a liquid filled transmission chamber
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR FURNISHING AUXILIARY FLUID TO MATERIAL OR APPARATUS : Liquid : Including conduit of flexible umbilical cable type)

Patent 6217503: Apparatus and method to treat a disease process in a luminal structure
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6217504: Resilient filled-bladder magnetherapy articles
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.))

Patent 6217505: Medical fabric goods
(SURGERY : MAGNETIC FIELD APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.) : Pulsating field)

Patent 6217506: Method of controlling a fluid
(SURGERY : ANTIGRAVATIONAL SYSTEMS : Aortic balloon pumping)

Patent 6217507: Isolation unit
(SURGERY : ISOLATION TREATMENT CHAMBERS : Body suits)

Patent 6217508: Ultrasonic hearing system
(SURGERY : SURGICALLY IMPLANTED VIBRATORY HEARING AID : Oral cavity devices)

Patent 6217509: Devices and methods for percutaneous surgery
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 6217510: Endoscopes and endoscope devices which image regular observation images and fluorescent images as well as which provide easier operation of treatment
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With particular distal tip configuration : With locking or retaining means for sheath)

Patent 6217511: Surgical endoscope
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With particular operating handle design (e.g., for comfort) : With locking or retaining means for sheath)

Patent 6217512: Self-illuminated, non-invasive, visual cervical inspection apparatus and method
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Fluid channel (e.g., suction, irrigation, aspiration))

Patent 6217514: Laryngoscope
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Light transmitting fibers or arrangements)

Patent 6217515: Image display method and ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6217516: System and method for configuring the locus of focal points of ultrasound beams
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6217517: Ultrasound imaging with zoom having independent processing channels
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Plural display mode systems : Catheter structure)

Patent 6217518: Medical instrument sheath comprising a flexible ultrasound transducer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6217519: Device and method for observing vessels, specially blood vessels
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)

Patent 6217520: Diagnostic medical ultrasound system and method for object of interest extraction
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : Catheter : Intravascular :)

Patent 6217521: Analysis for the presence of degenerative brain disease
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Simultaneously detecting cardiovascular condition and diverse body condition : Detecting respiratory condition : Pressure in blood vessel)

Patent 6217522: Method and system for determination of the pressure-volume relationship of the heart
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6217523: Blood pulse wave detecting apparatus and motion intensity measuring apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Detecting blood vessel pulsation : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel)

Patent 6217524: Method of continuously, non-invasively monitoring pulmonary capillary blood flow and cardiac output
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring blood flow in body portion other than heart : Pulse indicator)

Patent 6217525: Reduced lead set device and method for detecting acute cardiac ischemic conditions
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : By detecting volume of body portion)

Patent 6217526: Detachable guidewire extension
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6217527: Methods and apparatus for crossing vascular occlusions
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6217528: Loop structure having improved tissue contact capability
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6217529: Pubococcygeal training biofeedback device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Vagina or uterus : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6217530: Ultrasonic applicator for medical applications
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 6217531: Adjustable electrode and related method
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Contact-free comminution of concretion : Hyperthermia)

 

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