Patents 6227859 - 6228113

 

 

Patent 6227859: Dental implant and device with a dental implant
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6227860: Dental implant
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6227861: Preformed mandibular splint
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 6227862: Driver training system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VEHICLE OPERATOR INSTRUCTION OR TESTING : Automobile or truck : Recordation of driver's performance : By fluid actuated piston/cylinder ram)

Patent 6227863: Phonics training computer system for teaching spelling and reading
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : LANGUAGE : Spelling, phonics, word recognition, or sentence formation : Mechanical means for teaching proper position of body part while writing)

Patent 6227864: Dummy for practicing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) of a human being
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, THERAPEUTIC TREATMENT, OR SURGERY RELATING TO HUMAN BEING : Cardiac massage or artificial respiration : Means mounting upper and lower tooth models for relative movement)

Patent 6227865: Screw-fixed rotary connector structure for vehicles
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : Rotary movement : Part comprising hand wheel, e.g., steering wheel :)

Patent 6227866: Towed array handling system rotary joint
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : Rotary movement : Including annular contact : Coaxial annular contacts : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface : Three or more such contacts : Engaged by resiliently biased contact :)

Patent 6227867: Method for performing double-sided SMT
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With mating connector which receives panel circuit edge : Contacts at different distances from lead panel circuit edge : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6227868: Coaxial cable connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : For receiving coaxial connector : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)

Patent 6227869: Terminal for an LGA socket
(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 6227870: Connecting terminal and a connecting terminal 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 6227871: Device for contact-connecting a circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Flexible panel : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 6227872: Moisture resistant electrical connector for a cellular telephone
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Within distinct housing spaced from panel circuit arrangement : Overlying second preformed panel circuit, both adapted to be electrically connected)

Patent 6227873: IC card connector apparatus
(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 6227874: Electronic card connection system
(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 6227875: Connector assembly for vertically mounted hard disk drive
(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 6227876: Electrical contact and method of making the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Resilient contact or to receive resilient contact : In or for use in panel circuit aperture : With external, contact enhancing clamp)

Patent 6227877: Electrical contact
(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 6227878: Method and apparatus for improving RF contact positioning in an RF test socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : Distinct contact secured to panel circuit : Contact soldered to panel circuit : In or for use in panel circuit aperture)

Patent 6227879: Electrical connector with grounding shroud having board-locks for grasping a circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6227880: Stacked electrical connector with a single grounding device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6227881: Cable management coupling and shielding interconnect system and method
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to conductive sheath of cable : By means of connector mounting screw)

Patent 6227882: Connector for electrical isolation in a condensed area
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Direct grounding of coupling part member passing into aperture : Portion of connector beneath conductive sheath)

Patent 6227883: Electric combination socket
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Direct grounding of coupling part member passing into aperture : Three-prong coupling part including ground prong, or receptacle : Pivotable or rotatable about transverse axis)

Patent 6227884: Carrying device, conductor rail and coupling device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : UNINTERRUPTED SUPPORT RAIL OR UNINTERRUPTED CONTACT : Grounding of coupling part)

Patent 6227885: Quick connect electrode headbox
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONNECTOR MOVABLE BETWEEN ACCESSIBLE AND INACCESSIBLE POSITIONS : Having removable closure)

Patent 6227886: Snag-resistant patchcord plug latch and cover
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Movable about axis : Connector moved rectilinearly for engagement, preventer or cover moved rectilinearly and parallel thereto)

Patent 6227887: Card edge connector with ejector thereof
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 6227888: Interchangeable plug device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONVERTIBLE BY INTERNAL CHANGE TO SELECTIVELY COOPERATE WITH A DIFFERENT CONTACT : Coupling part : Including repositionable contact : To fit differently oriented contact : Retractable sheath)

Patent 6227889: Telecommunication switching connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6227890: Service entrance unit with generator interface
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ALTERNATIVELY CONNECTED : Coupling part : Encompassing wire)

Patent 6227891: Retractable handle for power connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part with relatively pivotable concentric movement-actuating or retaining ring : Retaining bayonet : Retaining means comprising part of female coupling part)

Patent 6227892: Securement collar for marine shore electrical power cord set
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part with relatively pivotable concentric movement-actuating or retaining ring : Threaded ring or ring adapted to engage threaded mating part : With spring to longitudinally bias movement-actuating or retaining ring)

Patent 6227893: Card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part for receiving edge of planar board moving parallel to plane : With angular mating : Adapter)

Patent 6227894: Insertion and withdrawal connector apparatus, structure of remote controlling engagement and separation thereof, and connecting frame block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Laterally moving slide : With socket contact transversely engaging male threaded part)

Patent 6227895: Connector 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 : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)

Patent 6227896: Terminal connection mechanism used for a backlit display
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Finger inwardly biased during coupling or uncoupling : Rearwardly extending finger : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6227897: System for high-bandwidth electrical coupling
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Retaining means comprising helically threaded member : Parallel to connection : With graspable portion)

Patent 6227898: Card edge connector with removable rail guide
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : For guiding side of movable panel, e.g., circuit board : Wall or outlet mounted)

Patent 6227899: Modular plug having improved crosstalk characteristics
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Contact member cutting to contact first conductor and contacting second conductor : Piercing means comprising end of screw)

Patent 6227900: Connector for providing a humidity-tight electrical connection
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Passing through insulation to make contact : Nail like cutter)

Patent 6227901: Motor boot for a circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ENERGY CELL SUBSTITUTION DEVICE INCLUDING PLURAL CONTACTS (E.G., JUMPER) OR WITH SUPPORT MEANS FOR ENERGY CELL : Including connector housing surrounding cable)

Patent 6227902: Modified line lamp
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Universally or pivotally adjustable supporting elements : And including electrical contact for load bearing)

Patent 6227903: Circuit connector block
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Outlet box : And including electrical contact for load bearing)

Patent 6227904: Compound type connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Stacked right-angle connector for use on printed circuit board (i.e., PCB) : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6227905: Receptacle electrical connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Stacked right-angle connector for use on printed circuit board (i.e., PCB) : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6227906: Connector to circuit board securing arrangement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Flange on coupling part : Plural detachable flanges : For permanent attachment to panel, e.g., by welding)

Patent 6227907: Surface mounted electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Flange on coupling part : Plural detachable flanges : For permanent attachment to panel, e.g., by welding)

Patent 6227908: Electric connection
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6227909: Cable connector with improved grounding arrangement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6227910: EMI shield
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6227911: RJ contact/filter modules and multiport filter connector utilizing such modules
(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 6227912: Structure of lamp socket
(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 6227913: Fuse bus member and connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT COMPONENT OR COMPRISING CONNECTOR WHICH FULLY ENCLOSES CIRCUIT COMPONENT : With or for fuse : Having three or more circularly arranged contacts (e.g., base of vacuum tube))

Patent 6227914: Power distribution block assembly for accommodating multiple gauge wires
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CLAMP-TYPE CONNECTOR FOR STORAGE BATTERY TERMINAL : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation)

Patent 6227915: Female terminal fitting
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Spring actuated or resilient securing part : Socket adapted to receive push-pull-engaging elongated contact by insertion along longitudinal axis of contact : Socket comprises tubular body having resilient means for gripping inserted elongated contact (includes split or slotted tube) : Having resilient cantilevered clamping finger located within tubular body : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)

Patent 6227916: Easily assembled electrical connector
(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 6227917: Contact structure for high speed transmission connector
(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 6227918: System for determining apparent slip and angle of attack
(MARINE PROPULSION : WITH INDICATOR :)

Patent 6227919: Water jet propulsion unit with means for providing lateral thrust
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Direction control for fluid jet : Pivoted outlet : Chain and sprocket)

Patent 6227920: Fastener for attaching an outboard motor to a transom of a boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : With means effecting or facilitating movement of propulsion unit or a segment of the propulsion unit (e.g., tilting or steering) : Produced by combustion)

Patent 6227921: Marine propulsion device with an oil gage accessible through a cowl
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6227922: Exhaust timing control valve control arrangement
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 6227923: Foot propulsion device for float tube users
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Secured to hand by strap)

Patent 6227924: Swim fin heel strap
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : SWIMMING AID TO INCREASE STROKE EFFICIENCY : Foot attached : Flipper : Encircling flexible member)

Patent 6227925: Flotation device
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BODY SUPPORTING BUOYANT DEVICE : Convertible use article)

Patent 6227926: Construction of electrode for high pressure discharge lamp and process for producing the same
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Emissive type : Emissive type)

Patent 6227927: Sound producing device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including variable-size fluid chamber to move fluid : Sounding : Including motive power means or hand manipulator for sounder : Having electrical or wind-up motor)

Patent 6227928: Fixture, process and kit for making a game call
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including mouthpiece for blowing or sucking : Vibratory reed sounder : Including distinct means for enabling selection of pitch)

Patent 6227929: Whirling amusement device and associated method of operation
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROTATING OR HAVING VISIBLE ROTATING PORTION (E.G., SPINNING OR WHIRLING, NOT ROLLING) : Including corrugated support for imparting rotation : And having additional portion which reciprocates or oscillates, or which rotates about distinct axis)

Patent 6227930: Doll's clothing
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Handle supported manually actuated rotating portion)

Patent 6227931: Electronic interactive play environment for toy characters
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Handle supported manually actuated rotating portion)

Patent 6227932: Toy racing car track system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including extrinsic guide or means cooperable with extrinsic guide : Reversing)

Patent 6227933: Robot ball
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including intrinsic motive power means for propulsion : Having instrinsic energy-storing battery or flywheel : Vehicle having flanged wheel)

Patent 6227934: Toy vehicle capable of propelling itself into the air
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Wheeled vehicle : Having specific body structure : And clutch)

Patent 6227935: Image invertible objects and methods of making the same
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FOLDABLE, COLLAPSIBLE, OR HAVING PIVOTED PORTION : Sheet material folded to form object : Having specific body structure)

Patent 6227936: Hands free pumping and nursing bra
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Closable aperture permits access to breast i.e., nursing type : With means providing girthwise elasticity for brassiere)

Patent 6227937: Thigh anti-chafing garment
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : FOR LOWER TORSO INCLUDING THIGHS, E.G., CORSET, GIRDLES : Protective covers, liners, or shields : Having means to interengage with lacing cord)

Patent 6227938: Guidewire position locator
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 6227939: Temperature controlled chemical mechanical polishing method and apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Controlling temperature : Cyclic control)

Patent 6227940: X-axis accuracy in two axis machine tools
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : And feeding of tool or work holder :)

Patent 6227941: Support structure with multi-layer support material for use during package removal from a multi-layer integrated circuit device
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 6227942: Ferrofluidic finishing
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium)

Patent 6227943: Method and system for pre-cleaning and post-cleaning deposited metal
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : By blasting : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier : Table dog actuated)

Patent 6227944: Method for processing a semiconductor wafer
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6227945: Method and apparatus for polishing the outer periphery of disc-shaped workpiece
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Edging : Edging)

Patent 6227946: Robot assisted method of polishing, cleaning and drying workpieces
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With critical nonabrading work treating : Bearing raceway)

Patent 6227947: Apparatus and method for chemical mechanical polishing metal on a semiconductor wafer
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6227948: Polishing pad reconditioning via polishing pad material as conditioner
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6227949: Two-slurry CMP polishing with different particle size abrasives
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Combined abrading : Deforming)

Patent 6227950: Dual purpose handoff station for workpiece polishing machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Scouring or polishing means : Edging)

Patent 6227951: High pressure gland nut and collar
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Sandblast nozzle structure : Multiple hopper)

Patent 6227952: Apparatus for creating a concave surface from a spectacle blank
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary reciprocating tool : Cylindrical tool : Rectilinear : Work rotating : Rocking)

Patent 6227953: Apparatus for removing burr by multiple-stage grinding machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : One-way work traverse : Opposed abrading tools : Work rotating)

Patent 6227954: Polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)

Patent 6227955: Carrier heads, planarizing machines and methods for mechanical or chemical-mechanical planarization of microelectronic-device substrate
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)

Patent 6227956: Pad quick release device for chemical mechanical polishing
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Planar surface abrading : Having pressure plate : Including work support engaging work at opposite, axial ends; e.g., opposed "centers")

Patent 6227957: Battery powered, riding, floor burnishing machine
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Floor surfacing machine : Planetary)

Patent 6227958: Knife and sharpening holder
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Clamp : Edge tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6227959: Sanding sponge
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Manually manipulated)

Patent 6227960: Eviscerating tool
(BUTCHERING : VISCERA PROCESSING : Spoon type eviscerator : Opener)

Patent 6227961: HVAC custom control system
(VENTILATION : HAVING FORCED RECIRCULATION : Including automatic control means : With means for liquid contact)

Patent 6227962: Vent coupler
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Floor type : Having adjustable valve : With screen mounting means)

Patent 6227963: Ridge ventilation system
(VENTILATION : HAVING OUTLET AIRWAY : Along roof ridge : Along roof ridge)

Patent 6227964: Method of printing images and charts and paper therefor
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES FOR MANIFOLDING : STRIP AND LEAF : With feed means)

Patent 6227965: Single page multi-part form or "quikfoldform"
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES FOR MANIFOLDING : STRIP : Having book with sectional leaf folded in manifolding)

Patent 6227966: Simulation device for fostering a virtual creature
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) :)

Patent 6227967: Prize redemption game apparatus
(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 6227968: Dance game apparatus and step-on base for dance game
(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 6227969: Match symbol side bet game
(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 relative odds of a card or tile combination (e.g., poker, etc.) :)

Patent 6227970: Slot machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 6227971: Multi-line, multi-reel gaming device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot match or lot combination (e.g., roulette, lottery, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.) :)

Patent 6227972: Method and apparatus for expiration of prepaid slot machine plays
(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 6227973: Video game system using terrain profile information
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Perceptible output or display (e.g., tactile, etc.) : Visual (e.g., enhanced graphics, etc.) : Parimutuel pool)

Patent 6227974: Interactive game system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : With communication link (e.g., television broadcast, etc.) : Wireless signal)

Patent 6227975: Locking cover for a lubrication fitting mounted on a universal joint cross
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : HAVING LUBRICATING MEANS : For coupling having torque transmitted via radially directed pin received in conforming aperture : Pin includes longitudinally extending internal passage : Pin includes longitudinally extending internal passage)

Patent 6227976: 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 biasing means)

Patent 6227977: Bushing for a dampening mechanism
(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 : Specified bushing : With biasing means)

Patent 6227978: Tripode joint with roller bearing
(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 6227979: Constant velocity universal joint
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)

Patent 6227980: Quick coupling cue stick
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Disparate attachment therefor or convertible to or combined with disparate device : Secured to generally fixed support)

Patent 6227981: Ball ramp assembly
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BOWLING : Practice or assist device : For handicapped person : Striking portion formed of material other than leather)

Patent 6227982: Dual ended laser swing aid
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With lighting (e.g., laser, etc.) means attachable to or integral with implement : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6227983: Golf club head and laser pointer arrangement
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With lighting (e.g., laser, etc.) means attachable to or integral with implement : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6227984: Golf swing analysis methods
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : With electrical sensor or electrical indicator : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 6227985: Sinter and casting comprising Fe-based high-hardness glassy alloy
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Shaft : Including nonmetallic material or vibratory wave modifying feature : Filament (e.g., fiber, etc.) or sheet wrapped about shaft longitudinal axis : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head)

Patent 6227986: Golf putter having laminated face insert with single exposed lamination
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face insert : Toe and heel weighting)

Patent 6227987: Thread wound golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Containing metal : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Nonwound layer)

Patent 6227988: Batting practice training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : Tethered projectile : Tether attached to means adapted to be held by, carried by, or attached to person : Depth or width)

Patent 6227989: Sports field line marking system
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Means for dividing field or court into compartments; element thereof or accessory therefor (e.g., a net, marking strip, marked line, etc.) : Apertured or pocketed goal or target (e.g., for hockey, soccer, polo, lacrosse, etc.))

Patent 6227990: Electronic racket stringing machine
(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.) : Accessory for use with racket or paddle (e.g., used with or for tennis racket, etc.) : Stringing or string-stretching device : With stringing or string-stretching device)

Patent 6227991: Shuttlecock
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Shuttlecock (e.g., badminton shuttlecock, etc.) : Having independent feathers or vanes : With stringing or string-stretching device)

Patent 6227992: Textile for tennis ball covering and method for manufacturing the same
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Having hollow core or bladder enclosed within cover (e.g., basketball, soccer-ball, tennis ball, etc.) : Cover is composed of feltlike, napped, or cloth material (e.g., tennis ball, etc.) : Having plural intermediate layers, at least one being of material diverse from material of core, cover, or another intermediate layer; or having core or cover composed of three or more layers, at least two being of diverse materials)

Patent 6227993: Cable reversing system for an automatic window lift
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : GUARD OR HOUSING FOR BELT OR PULLEY : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along rectilineal path to tension belt)

Patent 6227994: Pulley, ball bearing and belt transmitting device
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With particular belt : Individual tubular housings for opposite belt run)

Patent 6227995: Drive system for vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is belt or chain gearing : Plural planetary units combined with differential)

Patent 6227996: Oil pressure control device of toroidal continuously variable transmission
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATION : Centrifugal actuator)

Patent 6227997: Hybrid Vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : PLURAL ENGINES : Electric engine : With clutch control :)

Patent 6227998: Power transmission arrangement for vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : With clutch control : Clutch and transmission controlled : Electronic digital control)

Patent 6227999: Method and apparatus for operating a clutch in an automated mechanical transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : Condition responsive control : Engine controlled)

Patent 6228000: Machine and method for measuring strength of muscles with aid of a computer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Monitors exercise parameter : Rate of movement)

Patent 6228001: Device for exercising and strengthening the hand, wrist and arm
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAND, WRIST, OR FINGER : Having individual structure engaging each finger used : Finger loop : Separately adjustable)

Patent 6228002: Rotatable weight exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Specifically supported)

Patent 6228003: Adjustable dumbbell and system
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Handheld bar with weight at each end (e.g., barbell, dumbbell, etc.) or component thereof : Having securing member (e.g., locking collar, etc.) for retaining weight on bar : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 6228004: Versatile physical therapy apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 6228005: Multiple station exercise and stretching apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : GYMNASTIC : Throwing)

Patent 6228006: Machining center
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Direct tool exchange between spindle and matrix : Spindle comprises tool changer : Orthogonally translatable)

Patent 6228007: Machine tool for processing crankshafts
(TOOL CHANGING : INCLUDING MACHINE TOOL OR COMPONENT : Rotary spindle machine tool (e.g., milling machine, boring, machine, grinding machine, etc.) : Direct tool exchange between spindle and matrix : Spindle comprises tool changer : Matrix indexes selected tool to transfer position : Linearly movable tool holders)

Patent 6228008: Tool carousel
(TOOL CHANGING : TOOL TRANSFER TO OR FROM MATRIX : Indexing matrix : Rotary disc : Including means to project tool from matrix)

Patent 6228009: Deflection compensating roll and method of use thereof
(ROLL OR ROLLER : WITH ANTIDEFLECTION MEANS : Rotatable relative to supporting shaft :)

Patent 6228010: Box sheet bending apparatus
(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 folder : Plural interrelated sensors)

Patent 6228011: Bag-in-carton and method and device for forming the bag-in-carton
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Assembling of distinct members : Including discharge assist means (e.g., valve, pour spout, etc.) : Including folding)

Patent 6228012: Method of manufacturing interconnected plastic bags with tamper indication strip
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Pliable container (e.g., bag, envelope, etc.) : Including heat sealing : Including supplying indeterminate length work : With means to receive interconnected products : At separate station from heat sealing)

Patent 6228013: Folding machine
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : And provision to precisely align for folding : Defined by feed roll pair)

Patent 6228014: Interfolding method of sheet material and machine for carrying out such method
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Continuous advance with folder moving with work : Rotary folder : Plural folding operations making multiple folds)

Patent 6228015: Ribbon curling and shredding device
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Pulling over an edge (e.g., curling, etc.) : Sequential, diverse folds)

Patent 6228016: Sealing device for a centrifugal separator
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : WITH MEANS FOR EXCHANGING HEAT : Comprising or including means for cooling : In response to speed of bowl or rotarily-driven means therewithin)

Patent 6228017: Compact enhanced yield blood processing systems
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including flexible, removable lining therein : Including one or more valves in incoming path)

Patent 6228018: Removable left ventricular assist device with an aortic support apparatus
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Aortic balloon pumping : Pulsating field)

Patent 6228019: Valve assembly
(SURGERY : ANTIGRAVATIONAL SYSTEMS : Aortic balloon pumping)

Patent 6228020: Compliant hearing aid
(SURGERY : SURGICALLY IMPLANTED VIBRATORY HEARING AID : Oral cavity devices)

Patent 6228021: Apparatus and method for relieving motion sickness
(SURGERY : SLEEP OR RELAXATION INDUCING THERAPY (E.G., DIRECT NERVE STIMULATION, HYPNOSIS, ANALGESIA) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.) : Pulsating field)

Patent 6228022: Methods and instruments for spinal surgery
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 6228023: Tissue pick and method for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 6228024: Vascular retractor
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 6228025: Illuminated saphenous vein retractor
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With special blade or retracting surface structure : Detachable from handle : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6228026: Surgical support apparatus with splined coupling, cross bar support and head-to-toe extension for surgical retractor apparatus
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With holder : Pivots along longitudinal axis)

Patent 6228027: System for evaluating treatment of chest pain patients
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 6228028: Method and apparatus for ultrasound image reconstruction
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6228029: Method for the identification of persons
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)

Patent 6228030: Method of using ultrasound energy to locate the occurrence of predetermined event in the heart cycle or other physiologic cycle of the body
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6228031: High frame rate ultrasonic diagnostic imaging systems with motion artifact reduction
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6228032: Steering mechanism and steering line for a catheter-mounted ultrasonic transducer
(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 6228033: Apparatuses and methods for a noninvasive measurement of physiological parameters
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Simultaneously detecting cardiovascular condition and diverse body condition : Cardiovascular testing)

Patent 6228034: Apparatus and method for non-invasively monitoring a subjects arterial blood pressure
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)

Patent 6228035: Universal cuff for a blood pressure monitor
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)

Patent 6228036: Electronic sphygmomanometer and method for measuring blood pressure
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Hand-supported occluder : Blood flow measurement)

Patent 6228037: Method and apparatus for the recording and analysis of respiratory sounds in exercising horse
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Heart)

Patent 6228038: Measuring and processing data in reaction to stimuli
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Eye or testing by visual stimulus : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 6228039: Biopsy device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Cutting : Applying suction to sample : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 6228040: Method and apparatus for diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting sound generated within body : Indicator)

Patent 6228041: Lightweight, portable, scalp-vibrating and hair growth stimulating device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Couch, chair, or body support : Vibrant cushion : Drive means directly attached or extending into cushion : Bicycle)

Patent 6228042: Chiropractic adjusting tool
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Percussing : Fluid drive means)

Patent 6228043: Shoe, ankle orthosis and method for protecting the ankle
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6228044: Methods and apparatus for treating plantar ulcerations
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6228045: Plantar fascitis support apparatus
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Ankle : Finger)

Patent 6228046: Catheters comprising a plurality of oscillators and methods for their use
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)

Patent 6228047: Method and apparatus for performing peritoneal dialysis
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Peritoneal dialysis : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)

Patent 6228048: Colonic irrigation apparatus and method
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Flow control : By self-acting means or condition responsive sensor :)

Patent 6228049: Surgical and pharmaceutical site access guide and methods
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Solid dissolved in liquid)

Patent 6228050: Overfill protection systems for implantable drug delivery devices
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Solid dissolved in liquid)

Patent 6228051: Laparoscopic sealant applicator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Conduit with self-propelled or remote control means : Having port to expel fluid into body to propel conduit : Solid loaded into injector through opening in side wall of plunger housing)

Patent 6228052: Dilator for introducer system having injection port
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))

Patent 6228053: Occlusion cannula and methods of use
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))

Patent 6228054: Interchangeable safety needle cannula module that is activated by a safety syringe and plunger module
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 6228055: Devices for marking and defining particular locations in body tissue
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for locating or identifying point where body is to be pierced (e.g., apertured body fitting template, etc.) : Electric means)

Patent 6228056: Intermittent regulator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for varying, regulating, indicating, or limiting injection pressure or aspirating suction : Electric means)

Patent 6228057: Remotely programmable infusion system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by pump : Means broken, cut, pierced, or torn to permit material flow)

Patent 6228058: Sleeve trocar with penetration indicator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having bag or sheath enclosing body entering conduit)

Patent 6228059: Endoscopic instrument locks
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having friction means on hub portion for frictionally engaging with hub portion of body entering conduit : With threaded drive means)

Patent 6228060: Blood seal having a spring-biased septum
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Valve means : Slit valve : And impelling material conduit into body)

Patent 6228061: Trocar seal system having dual seals
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Means in conduit to produce fluid tight seal between conduit and element only when element is located within conduit and passing through seal means : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 6228062: One piece lock for splittable sheath
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body entering conduit axially movable within flexible protective sheath facilitating sterile insertion into body duct : Having curved portion)

Patent 6228063: Anatomical cavity access sealing conduit
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Having lubricating means)

Patent 6228064: Intravenous anchor system (IVFAS)
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Belt, strap, or band securing means : Obturator or stylet)

Patent 6228065: Displacement activated medical check valve
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having plural material reservoirs : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 6228066: Injury resistant needle device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Cover or protector for body entering conduit movable axially relative to one another : And extended therefrom by piston when syringe is used)

Patent 6228067: Injection device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having means for metering material flow to or from body : Including means for controlling piston stroke length : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.) :)

Patent 6228068: Expandable endoscopic portal and methods therefor
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.))

Patent 6228069: Needleless access device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Slide or reciprocating valve : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)

Patent 6228070: Device for irrigating or washing the nasal cavities and the rhinopharynx
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Liquid reservoir with body inserted nozzle or feed conduit connected therewith : Having flow closing or opening means (e.g., plug, cap, seal, etc.))

Patent 6228071: Devices and methods for cannulating a blood vessel
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : Therapeutic material introduced into or removed from vasculature :)

Patent 6228072: Shaft for medical catheters
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With means to advance or steer catheter, excluding remotely controlled devices : Including radiopaque or electromagnetic marker : Braided or woven strands surrounding lumen)

Patent 6228073: Angiography luer hub having wings proximal to the plurality of grips and strain relief
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Shaped for cardiovascular system)

Patent 6228074: Multiple pulse photo-epilator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6228075: Alexandrite laser system for hair removal
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6228076: System and method for controlling tissue ablation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Systems : Beam energy control or monitoring :)

Patent 6228078: Methods for electrosurgical dermatological treatment
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Tip or other heat concentration means)

Patent 6228079: Method and apparatus for power measurement in radio frequency electro-surgical generators
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6228080: Electrosurgical generator with adaptive power control
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6228081: Electrosurgery system and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6228082: Systems and methods for electrosurgical treatment of vascular disorders
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes)

Patent 6228083: Laparoscopic bipolar electrosurgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes : With formable electrode)

Patent 6228084: Electro-surgical forceps having recessed irrigation channel
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : With forceps or tweezers : With forceps or tweezers)

Patent 6228085: Bone fixation system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6228086: Modular intramedullary nail
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Femoral nail : Anti-rotation or keeper means)

Patent 6228087: Fixation member for treating orthopedic fractures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6228088: Combination drill bit and intrametullary catheter and method of using same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 6228089: Device for positioning and guiding a surgical instrument during orthopaedic interventions
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotome or scraper)

Patent 6228090: Osteotomy trial mounting device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Knee or knee joint : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6228091: Methods and tools for tibial intermedullary revision surgery and associated tibial components
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Knee or knee joint : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 6228092: System for performing hip prosthesis surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Bone compression or distraction : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))

Patent 6228093: Device for protecting organs of the eye which are situated in the region of the anterior chamber of the eye during eye lens surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6228094: Lens storage and folding apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6228095: Specimen retrieval device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : With collecting means for removed material : By pressure application)

Patent 6228096: Instrument and method for manipulating an operating member coupled to suture material while maintaining tension on the suture material
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 6228097: Surgical instrument for clipping and cutting blood vessels and organic structures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Clip applier : Band applied to reproductive organ)

Patent 6228098: Apparatus and method for surgical fastening
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Clip applier : Clip fed from supply : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6228099: Ophthalmic surgical system and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6228100: Multi-use lancet device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Lancet : Spring driven or biased into cutting position : Plural cutting blades : Pressurized cement placement)

Patent 6228101: Breathing assistance improvements
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Nasal dilator : Nose or throat)

Patent 6228103: Automatically modulating acupressure device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Acupressure device : Nose or throat)

Patent 6228104: Surgical clamp having replaceable pad
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Jaw structure : Horn bender)

Patent 6228105: Flexible pacifier
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Oral pacifier : Organic material containing)

Patent 6228106: Thermal suit for a premature baby
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Solar (Natural) light applicator)

Patent 6228107: Inlet port plug for inflatable blankets
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Microwave or RF (high frequency))

Patent 6228108: Heat transferring therapeutic pack
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With support or fastening means : Hand or foot)

Patent 6228109: Methods for treating atherosclerosis and vulnerable plaques
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Internal application : Hand or foot)

Patent 6228110: Stent delivery system
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) : Expandable stent with constraining means :)

Patent 6228111: Biodegradable implant manufactured of polymer-based material and a method for manufacturing the same
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Absorbable in natural tissue : Monofilament)

Patent 6228112: Artificial heart valve without a hinge
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : HEART VALVE : Having rigid or semirigid pivoting occluder : Annular support member includes projecting means for guiding occluder's pivoting motion : Strut projecting means : Strut projecting means cooperates with depression portion of occluder to guide pivoting movement :)

Patent 6228113: Intracorneal astigmatic onlay
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : EYE PROSTHESIS (E.G., LENS OR CORNEAL IMPLANT, OR ARTIFICIAL EYE, ETC.) : Corneal implant : Flexible chamber or diaphragm dirrectly compressed by pressurized working fluid)

 

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