Patents 6231153 - 6231405

 

 

Patent 6231153: Method and apparatus for controlling an ink-jet print head temperature
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Controller : Of temperature or pressure of device or component thereof : Creating plural tones)

Patent 6231154: Thermal ink jet print head and temperature control apparatus and method
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Controller : Of temperature or pressure of device or component thereof : Creating plural tones)

Patent 6231155: Image forming apparatus
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Controller : Measuring and testing (e.g., diagnostics) : With particular cooling means)

Patent 6231156: Ink-jet printing apparatus and ejection recovery method of printing head
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : For color : Full-line array)

Patent 6231157: Ink jet recording apparatus comprising improved cleaning mechanism
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With cleaning or protector : Wiping : Movement)

Patent 6231158: Ink jet printer in which reaction force is canceled
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With means to scan fluid ejector relative to the receiving medium : Waste storage)

Patent 6231159: Recording apparatus and method for controlling such recording apparatus
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : With means to scan fluid ejector relative to the receiving medium : Waste storage)

Patent 6231160: Ink jet printer having apparatus for reducing systematic print quality defects
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Array of ejectors : With oscillatory motion)

Patent 6231161: Dot recording for preventing adjacency of recording positions
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Array of ejectors : Color type : Movement)

Patent 6231162: Ink-jet printing method and an ink-jet printing head
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Optical energy acting on fluid : Nozzles)

Patent 6231163: Stacked electrostatic ink jet printing mechanism
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : Nozzles)

Patent 6231164: Apparatus and method for direct printing using first and second electrodes to deposit charged particles
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With electric field ejection (applied to fluid) : Movement)

Patent 6231165: Inkjet recording head and inkjet apparatus provided with the same
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With thermal force ejection : Drive signal application : Wiring :)

Patent 6231166: Ink jet head
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With thermal force ejection : Composite ejector : Resistor specifics)

Patent 6231167: Liquid discharging head, liquid discharging method, head cartridge, liquid discharging apparatus, liquid discharging printing method, printing
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With thermal force ejection : Composite ejector : Flow path : Integrated)

Patent 6231168: Ink jet print head with flow control manifold shape
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With thermal force ejection : Composite ejector : Flow path : Integrated)

Patent 6231169: Ink jet printing head including a backing member for reducing displacement of partitions between pressure generating chambers
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Ejector mechanism (i.e., print head) : Drop-on-demand : With piezoelectric force ejection : With vibratory plate : Flow path)

Patent 6231170: Device for supplying ink to an ink reservoir of a printer
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Fluid or fluid source handling means : Fluid supply system : With aerosol formation)

Patent 6231171: Method for inserting over-sized absorber into a case
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Fluid or fluid source handling means : Fluid supply system : Cartridge : Drop correction)

Patent 6231172: Ink container, ink and ink jet recording apparatus using ink container
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Fluid or fluid source handling means : Fluid supply system : Cartridge : Drop correction)

Patent 6231173: Contact pad and fluid interconnect configuration on a print cartridge
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Fluid or fluid source handling means : Fluid supply system : Cartridge : Drop correction)

Patent 6231174: Ink jet recording device with ink circulating unit
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Fluid or fluid source handling means : Fluid supply system : With recirculation : With integral ejector)

Patent 6231175: Ink-jet printing apparatus and ink-jet printing method
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Medium and processing means : Fluid (e.g., fluid specifics))

Patent 6231176: Self-tensioning flexible heater assembly for drying image bearing substrates in an ink jet printer
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Medium and processing means : Drying or curing : Ink)

Patent 6231177: Final print medium having target regions corresponding to the nozzle of print array
(INCREMENTAL PRINTING OF SYMBOLIC INFORMATION : INK JET : Medium and processing means : Receiving medium : Ink)

Patent 6231178: Protective sunglasses system having removable prescription capable lenses
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : With antiglare or shading : For contact lens fitting)

Patent 6231179: Method and device for coupling spectacles and clip-on sun-shades with each other
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : With antiglare or shading : Removable and/or adjustable filters or screens (e.g., clip-on type) : Having support or cabinet)

Patent 6231180: Detachable shelter frame for spectacles
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : With antiglare or shading : Removable and/or adjustable filters or screens (e.g., clip-on type) : Having support or cabinet)

Patent 6231181: Exchangeable eyeglass temple pieces utilizing quick-connect attachment
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Temples : Detachable : Screwless lens mounting)

Patent 6231182: Monofocal ophthalmic lens having two aspherical surfaces
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : Neck retainers)

Patent 6231183: Optical lens structure and method of fabrication thereof
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : With light filtering means : Hydrophilic)

Patent 6231184: Progressive addition lenses
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : Multifocal : Gradually varying focal power : Spring between lens and strap)

Patent 6231185: Process and device for detecting a reflecting surface of a human being
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : EYE EXAMINING OR TESTING INSTRUMENT : Objective type : Including eye photography : Having means to detect proper distance or alignment (i.e., eye to instrument) :)

Patent 6231186: Eye measurement system
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : EYE EXAMINING OR TESTING INSTRUMENT : Objective type : Including eye photography : Having means to detect proper distance or alignment (i.e., eye to instrument) :)

Patent 6231187: Method and apparatus for detecting eye movement
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : EYE EXAMINING OR TESTING INSTRUMENT : Objective type : Including eye movement detection : Having means to detect proper distance or alignment (i.e., eye to instrument))

Patent 6231188: Interactive eyewear selection system
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : EYE EXAMINING OR TESTING INSTRUMENT : Subjective type : Including trial frame : With bowl type screen)

Patent 6231189: Dual polarization optical projection systems and methods
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : POLARIZER OR INTERFERENCE FILTER : Common picture and sound record carrier system)

Patent 6231190: Color correction filter for displays
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : COMPOSITE PROJECTED IMAGE : Multicolor picture : Automatic)

Patent 6231191: Image display mechanism and image display device
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : TEMPERATURE CONTROL : Blower : Particular air ducts or deflector :)

Patent 6231192: Projecting optical system
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : DISTORTION COMPENSATION : Reflector between lamp and screen)

Patent 6231193: Light source device, illuminating system and image projecting apparatus
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : PARTICULAR CONDENSER : Lens position adjustable)

Patent 6231194: Projection system
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : MISCELLANEOUS : Slides gripped or hooked)

Patent 6231195: Large-aperture, digital micromirror array-based imaging system
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : GLARE OR UNWANTED LIGHT REDUCTION : With absorption means : Collapsible or foldable)

Patent 6231196: Laser marking process and products
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : With refracting surface)

Patent 6231197: Heliostat for sunlight collecting system
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : Composite or echelon mirrors or light concentrating array : Light concentrating (e.g., heliostat, etc.), concave, or paraboloidal structure : Bayonet coupling)

Patent 6231198: Reflective optical integrator
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : Identical adjacent mirrors identically supported : Light concentrating (e.g., heliostat, etc.), concave, or paraboloidal structure)

Patent 6231199: Collecting and condensing optical system using cascaded parabolic reflectors
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Plural mirrors or reflecting surfaces : With successive reflections : With successive reflections)

Patent 6231200: Surface light source device, elements therefor and apparatus using the same
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Light guide : Emission face : Type of surface : With electrical ignition)

Patent 6231201: Display unit
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Light source : Fluorescent : Indexing (i.e., dynamic))

Patent 6231202: Lighting unit and liquid crystal display device using the same
(ILLUMINATION : EDGE LIGHTED PANEL : Light source : Fluorescent : Indexing (i.e., dynamic))

Patent 6231203: Self-extinguishing, flush-handle, night-light
(ILLUMINATION : WITH LIQUID CONTAINER : Notepad)

Patent 6231204: Optic pen with illumination device
(ILLUMINATION : WITH IMPLEMENT OR HAND HELD HOLDER THEREFOR : Pen or pencil : Switch on handle)

Patent 6231205: Illuminated shelving
(ILLUMINATION : WITH FURNITURE : Cabinet : Adjustable)

Patent 6231206: Fiber-optic lighting display
(ILLUMINATION : WITH STATIC STRUCTURE : Floor : Subceiling)

Patent 6231207: Light emitting diode flashlight lamp
(ILLUMINATION : SELF POWERED LAMP : With hermetic seal : Subceiling)

Patent 6231208: Portable lighting device
(ILLUMINATION : SELF POWERED LAMP : Dome, globe or wire guard or lamp bulb cover : With a protective cage)

Patent 6231209: Light fixture with a linear lighting field, suitable for forming lighting trunking
(ILLUMINATION : ELONGATED SOURCE LIGHT UNIT OR SUPPORT : With means to position plural light sources colinearly : With switch)

Patent 6231210: Fixed frame configured string set
(ILLUMINATION : PLURAL LIGHT SOURCES : With support : Distinct light units)

Patent 6231211: Vehicle lamp having a waterproofing annular gasket
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : With sealing means or artifical atmosphere : Including circuit arrangement)

Patent 6231212: Fluorescent lamp baffle
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT SOURCE (OR SUPPORT THEREFOR) AND MODIFIER : Louvered or grid type modifier : Screw actuated)

Patent 6231213: Door frame for lensed troffer
(ILLUMINATION : HOUSING : With closure fastener : Arm or bracket)

Patent 6231214: Recessed canopy light fixture
(ILLUMINATION : HOUSING : With closure : Arm or bracket)

Patent 6231215: Halogen tasklight
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTS : Adjustable light support : Having plural diverse motions : With ball and socket light support : Including cloth covering)

Patent 6231216: Arrangement for automatic headlight adjustment
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Condition responsive (e.g., position) : Including indicia mark (e.g., calibrated rod))

Patent 6231217: Watercraft illumination system and method
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Marine : Headlight)

Patent 6231218: Fishing light
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Marine : Headlight)

Patent 6231219: Dual-purpose glovebox light assembly and cradle therefor
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Portable : Baggage rack)

Patent 6231220: Vehicle lamp
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Automobile : Fender : Headlight : Including brake or emergency)

Patent 6231221: Indicating light unit with a flux recovery and distributor mechanism disposed between a light source and an optical plate that controls
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Light modifier : Refractor structure : Plural separate refractors : Having ball and socket mechanism)

Patent 6231222: Headlight for vehicle
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Adjustable lamp or lamp support : Gear driven : Plural separate sections with complex surfaces)

Patent 6231223: Intermediate fastening element for fitting a reflector on a support element of a headlamp
(ILLUMINATION : SUPPORTED BY VEHICLE STRUCTURE (E.G., ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE) : Adjustable lamp or lamp support : Having ball and socket mechanism : Retractable headlight)

Patent 6231224: Light pipe guide and carrier for hard disk drive
(ILLUMINATION : LIGHT FIBER, ROD, OR PIPE : Housing)

Patent 6231225: Attachment apparatus for checkbook cover and method of use thereof
(ELECTRICAL COMPUTERS: ARITHMETIC PROCESSING AND CALCULATING : ELECTRICAL DIGITAL CALCULATING COMPUTER : Combined with diverse art device : Checkbook : Piece-wise linear synthesis)

Patent 6231226: Mixing Pitcher
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Mounted in removable mixing chamber closure : Translatable stirrer : Rectilinearly reciprocable only : Single stirrer)

Patent 6231227: Method of determining contact wear in a trip unit
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : LEAK OR FLAW DETECTION : By immersion in liquid having controlled temperature)

Patent 6231228: Melting point determination apparatus and method
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TRANSFORMATION POINT DETERMINATION (E.G., DEW POINT, BOILING POINT) : By change in optical property (e.g., transmission) : Formed by thermoelectric element)

Patent 6231229: Instrument and method to measure the duration of exposure to temperature by determining the amount of an indicator material
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : THERMAL TESTING OF A NONTHERMAL QUANTITY : Thermal conductivity)

Patent 6231230: Retractable thermowell
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : HOUSING, SUPPORT, OR ADJUNCT : Mechanical (e.g., expansion or contraction of materials))

Patent 6231231: Modular interchangeable phantoms for multiple x-ray systems
(X-RAY OR GAMMA RAY SYSTEMS OR DEVICES : ACCESSORY : Testing or calibration : With light projection)

Patent 6231232: Bag with tear-resistant handle
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : LIFTING OR SUSPENDING ELEMENT (E.G., HANDLE) : Unitary with bag (e.g., element formed by hand hole) : Bag material includes hand-receiving aperture :)

Patent 6231233: Bag for the safe-keeping of personal belongings having spaces for changeable graphic advertising
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : COMPARTMENTED : Adhesive bond)

Patent 6231234: One piece snap closure for a plastic bag
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Independent closures for single access opening : Having rib and groove : Overlying access opening in bag material)

Patent 6231235: Snap closure for flexible packages and flexible packages including the same
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Rib and groove : Having securing element designed to extend through aligned openings in bag material (e.g., stitching, etc.))

Patent 6231236: Resealable package having venting structure and methods
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Independent closures for single access opening : Having rib and groove : Overlying access opening in bag material)

Patent 6231237: Container having rectangular base and its manufacturing
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WALL DETAILS : Reinforced : Coating or lamination)

Patent 6231238: Linear movement guide apparatus and method for assembling the apparatus
(BEARINGS : LINEAR BEARING : Recirculating : No cylindrical race : For piston rod)

Patent 6231239: Bearing bush with center flange
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Radial collar and sleeve : Bearing surface)

Patent 6231240: Crankshaft bearing for an internal combustion engine
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Plain bearing : Mounting or support : For crankshaft : Block and cap type : Suction or pressure)

Patent 6231241: Rotation support apparatus with rotational speed sensing device
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Sensor or inspection features; liquid metal or shipping protection features; bearing member integral with seal : Single direction)

Patent 6231242: Double row ball bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Skew prevention; formular relationship : Single direction)

Patent 6231243: Preform and process for the production thereof
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Structure surrounding optical fiber-to-fiber connection : Multi-part (e.g., two pieces screwed together or bayonet latched) : With additional structure at or immediately surrounding each optical fiber end face : Fiber end held in ferrule : Groove-type holding structure :)

Patent 6231244: Optical fiber array
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure : With additional nonoptical structure)

Patent 6231245: Connection between a light guide and a light receiver
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber to a nonfiber optical device connector : Structure rearward of optical fiber end face to secure additional fiber or cable layers)

Patent 6231246: Method and apparatus for reproducing an image via two image reproducing devices wherein gradation and/or sharpness correction is performed for
(FACSIMILE AND STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING : STATIC PRESENTATION PROCESSING (E.G., PROCESSING DATA FOR PRINTER, ETC.) : Size, resolution, or scale control :)

Patent 6231247: Recirculating-X-ray film processing apparatus
(PHOTOGRAPHY : FLUID-TREATING APPARATUS : Having fluid-circulating means : Plural stations)

Patent 6231248: Ink supply tank for a printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : TYPING BY OTHER THAN TYPE-FACE OR TYPE-DIE : Character formation by impact (e.g., wire matrix) : With inking : Multicolor)

Patent 6231249: Duplex printer using a ribbon shifting mechanism
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : FOR TYPING ON REVERSE SURFACE OF RECORD-MEDIUM : Usable selectively (e.g., for powered or manual operation, alternative usable functions, etc.))

Patent 6231250: Method of controlling reciprocal movement of hammer rank in print device
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : CONTROL OF PRINT POSITION ALONG PRINT-LINE BY SIGNAL GENERATED BY PROGRAMMED-CONTROL-SYSTEM : Including limit stop (e.g., block, chain, etc.))

Patent 6231251: Printing apparatus with a printhead rotatable between a printing position and a service position
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : CARRIAGE OR CARRIAGE-MOVING OR MOVEMENT-REGULATING MECHANISM : Means for repositioning carriage or platen thereon : To nonprint position : Guideway cooperating with ball bearings or roller bearings)

Patent 6231252: Character input system and method using keyboard
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : KEY-BOARD OR KEY LEVER-ACTUATING MECHANISM : For foreign-language typewriter : By regulating key force or movement (e.g., key dip or stroke))

Patent 6231253: Label printer with a peel bar, a separator bar and anti-buckle means
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SHEET OR WEB (E.G., RECORD-MEDIUM FEEDING MECHANISM) : For feeding web record-medium : With web tensioning or braking : Pin wheel (e.g., on platen cylinder))

Patent 6231254: Slim dispenser
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including means to advance material : Screw feed : Compound screw :)

Patent 6231255: Lipstick housing having increased strength
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including means to advance material : Screw feed : Including means to positively transmit rotation to sliding screw-feed member : By pin and slot coupling : Including carrier for piece of material :)

Patent 6231256: Fluid material dispenser
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : PROJECTABLE AND RETRACTABLE TOOL : With movable closure or gate : Interrelated with tool moving means : By reception of clasp within implement wall recess)

Patent 6231257: Marking instruments
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : PROJECTABLE AND RETRACTABLE TOOL : With movable closure or gate : Interrelated with tool moving means : By reception of clasp within implement wall recess)

Patent 6231258: Jewelry cleaning apparatus
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SUPPLY CONTAINER AND INDEPENDENT APPLICATOR : Tool supported out of communication with supply : Straddling or encircling tool during withdrawal from supply)

Patent 6231259: Viscous product dispenser with porous dome
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : INCLUDING MEANS TO APPLY MATERIAL-MOVING FORCE : Piston-provided reservoir : Movable by screw means : On piston and manual actuator : Screw means through piston : Lever)

Patent 6231260: Mounting plane for integrated gas panel
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : STRUCTURALLY INSTALLED IN DIVERSE ART DEVICE : Means to lock bolt or nut when other is turned)

Patent 6231261: Clamp for clamping high-frequency cables
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : WITH INDICATOR OR INSPECTION MEANS : Head or base)

Patent 6231262: Hydraulically-actuated torque coupler
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : WITH FLUID PRESSURE RESPONSIVE COMPONENT : Members having different coefficients of expansion)

Patent 6231263: Adjustable adaptor
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : FLEXIBLE DIAPHRAGM OR BELLOWS : With additional connection or packing : Articulated member)

Patent 6231264: Torque rod bearing assembly
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : ARTICULATED MEMBERS : Including static joint : Articulate joint is ball and socket : Variable angle)

Patent 6231265: Self-aligning subsea latch mechanism
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : MANUALLY RELEASEABLE LATCH TYPE : Having operating mechanism : Blocked key)

Patent 6231266: Cam lock fastening system
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERCONNECTED FLANGES OR SHOULDERS : Clamped : Radially sliding catch)

Patent 6231267: Threaded plug device for attachment to a trench plate for removable attachment of a hoist ring
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : PAVEMENT : Vault cover-closure : Concrete frame)

Patent 6231268: Apparatus and method for treatment of large water bodies by directed circulation
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Floatable matter containment : Ice : Earth treatment)

Patent 6231269: Apparatus for releasing a rack chock of a jack-up rig
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : With work deck vertically adjustable relative to floor : Longitudinally extending projections or recesses : Guide integral with or rigidly fixed to plow)

Patent 6231270: Apparatus and method of installing piles
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile) : Process or apparatus for installing : With subsurfacr fluid discharge : Diametrically retractable core)

Patent 6231271: Apparatus and method for lifting piles
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Shoring, bracing, or cave-in prevention : Sheet piles : Injector)

Patent 6231272: Construction block for making various structures
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Shoring, bracing, or cave-in prevention : Retaining wall : Concrete : Bulb and socket interlock)

Patent 6231273: Fuel particle separator disposed upstream from a boiler, and provided with an isolating valve member
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : FLUID CURRENT CONVEYOR OUTLET MEANS : With material separating receptacle : Cyclone separator : And means to clean filter)

Patent 6231274: End mill
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : ROTARY CUTTING TOOL : Including holder (i.e., head) having seat for inserted tool : Face or end mill : With separate means to fasten tool to holder : Radially)

Patent 6231275: Ball nose end mill
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : ROTARY CUTTING TOOL : Including holder (i.e., head) having seat for inserted tool : Face or end mill : Specified tool shape : Wedge clamp element)

Patent 6231276: Cutting tool with an insertable adjustable stop, and an adjustable stop for a cutting tool
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : INCLUDING HOLDER HAVING SEAT FOR INSERTED TOOL : Tool adjustable relative to holder : By adjustable or replaceable stop : Adjustable : Screw : And pivotable tool)

Patent 6231277: Cermet tool and method for manufacturing the same
(CUTTERS, FOR SHAPING : COMPRISING TOOL OF SPECIFIC CHEMICAL COMPOSITION : Comprising concave surface in cutting face of tool)

Patent 6231278: Differential positive feed mechanism
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : PROCESSES :)

Patent 6231279: Drilling machine with at least two machining heads for machining printed circuit boards
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH MEANS TO REGULATE OPERATION BY USE OF TEMPLET, TAPE, CARD, OR OTHER REPLACEABLE INFORMATION SUPPLY : Bit detachable)

Patent 6231280: Vibration-absorbing end effector of an automated drill and countersink machine
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL-CARRIER WITH VIBRATION-DAMPING MEANS : Relative motion of splined shaft and tool-support causing release of tool from operating position)

Patent 6231281: Thread milling cutter with drilling edges
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : With pitch-stabilizing ridge : Extending outwardly from tool-axis : Including work-embracing cutting edges)

Patent 6231282: Two-surface constrainable tool
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : With cutter holder : With cutter holder)

Patent 6231283: Vehicle restraint apparatus
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Wheeled vehicle : Four-wheeled vehicle accommodation : Vehicle retainer* : Multipositionable; i.e., along array strip or track : Wheel, hub, or axle retainer* :)

Patent 6231284: Freight container utilization and to a pallet therefor
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : PARTICULAR ARTICLE ACCOMMODATION : Cylindrical article accommodation : Cradle or chock : Cylindrical article group)

Patent 6231285: Pop-up tie down device
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Anchor : Mounted on exposed and bordering structural member : Project-retract (tie piece)* : Mounted on pedestal which is also slidable along track)

Patent 6231286: Headed fastener with precisely calculated groove under head to accommodate O'ring sealing member as a self-sealing assembly
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HEADED FASTENER ELEMENT WITH NUT, WASHER, SECURING MEANS OR CAP : Sealing-type washer compressed by head : Threads having a specific pitch or angle)

Patent 6231287: Rotor windage nut
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : INTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., NUT, ETC. : Thread or shank structure)

Patent 6231288: Conveyor head and lift for feeding tires into a rotating kiln
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : CHAMBER OF A TYPE UTILIZED FOR A HEATING FUNCTION AND MATERIAL CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Charging of chamber : Including roller conveyor)

Patent 6231289: Dual plate gas assisted heater module
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : Discharging of chamber by gravity, and means beyond exit thereof to guide, move, or stop material)

Patent 6231290: Processing method and processing unit for substrate
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : Including serially arranged valves in path having a vertical component (e.g., airlocks, etc.) : With means for changing pressure in trap chamber)

Patent 6231291: Method and apparatus for exchanging data cartridges in a jukebox data storage system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PLURAL, STATIC STRUCTURES FOR SUPPORTING DISCRETE LOADS AND CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Load-underlying members (e.g., racks, receptacles (or a compartmented receptacle), shelves, troughs, etc.) : Charging or discharging means includes load sustaining surface and device to transfer load, with horizontal component of movement, from or to surface or member : With means to detect obstruction and alter movement of charging or discharging means)

Patent 6231292: Method for unloading reams of sheets and apparatus for unloading reams of sheets
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : MOVABLE RACK HAVING SUPERPOSED, CHARGE-SUPPORTING ELEMENTS, AND EXTERNAL MEANS FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING ELEMENTS : Wheeled rack : Simultaneous charging or discharging of charge-supporting elements : At least one of endless type)

Patent 6231293: Tipping device for emptying containers for piece goods
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : DEVICE FOR EMPTYING PORTABLE RECEPTACLE : Orienting endless, roller, or gravity conveyor : Ejector)

Patent 6231294: Independent wheel-lift having a chassis mounted pivot point
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : TRAVERSING HOIST TYPE : Tow truck type : Switch system)

Patent 6231295: Detachable front-loader
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : With means to facilitate attachment of boom to vehicle : Shiftable in horizontal plane perpendicularly to axis of elongation)

Patent 6231296: Device for detachable coupling of an implement to the operating arm of an excavator
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Shovel, rake, handle, or boom structure : With means to facilitate attachment of shovel or rake to handle or boom : By linkage pivoting on base support)

Patent 6231297: Substrate transport apparatus with angled arms
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : HORIZONTALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Swinging about pivot : Moving pivot : Pivot swinging about second pivot : With fixed jaw member)

Patent 6231298: Article pick and place device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : LOAD CARRIED ALONG A HORIZONTAL LINEAR PATH (E.G., PICK AND PLACE TYPE) : Having gripper means : Including means to rotate or allow rotation of bar about its axis)

Patent 6231299: Apparatus for aligning stacked documents moving along a conveyor
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Stack forming apparatus : With means vertically aligning stack being formed : And transports articles through working, treating, or inspecting station located therebetween)

Patent 6231300: Peripheral pump
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH MEANS FOR RE-ENTRY OF WORKING FLUID TO BLADE SET (E.G., RE-ENTRY TYPE DEVICE, PASSAGE, ETC.) : Turbine regenerative pump : Having selectively adjustable vane or working fluid control means)

Patent 6231301: Casing treatment for a fluid compressor
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH MEANS FOR RE-ENTRY OF WORKING FLUID TO BLADE SET (E.G., RE-ENTRY TYPE DEVICE, PASSAGE, ETC.) : Plural, independent, serially acting re-entry means : Re-entry into blade in radial plane of blade : In separate regenerative passages)

Patent 6231302: Thermal control system for gas-bearing turbocompressors
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SHAFT CONNECTED FLUID FORCE SUBJECTED THRUST BALANCING SURFACE : In separate chamber having non-system fluid inlet : Plural, axially spaced blades in each path)

Patent 6231303: Gas turbine having a turbine stage with cooling-air distribution
(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 6231304: Outlet device for a flow machine
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Vane or deflector : Downstream of runner : Fixed between radially separate surfaces)

Patent 6231305: Steam turbine installation
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Casing with mounting means : Downstream of runner)

Patent 6231306: Control system for preventing compressor stall
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : INTERRELATED CONTROLS FOR IMPELLER AND DRIVE MEANS : Pitch adjustment related to drive brake or clutch operation : Air-ingestion rotor tip unit)

Patent 6231307: Impingement cooled airfoil tip
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : WITH HEATING, COOLING OR THERMAL INSULATION MEANS : Changing state mass within or fluid flow through working member or carrier : Flow exhausted to working fluid : Arcuate planar folding of working surface)

Patent 6231308: Rotor blade for rotary wing aircraft
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SPECIFIC BLADE STRUCTURE (E.G., SHAPE, MATERIAL, ETC.) : Tined or irregular periphery : Propeller and non-mixers)

Patent 6231309: Shaped and finished metallic torque converter reactor
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : SUPPORT MOUNTING, CARRIER OR FAIRING STRUCTURE : Radial flow devices)

Patent 6231310: Linear compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : By control of electric or magnetic drive motor : By float)

Patent 6231311: Method and apparatus for providing dilution air to a blower motor
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Getter heating, vaporizing, or regeneration)

Patent 6231312: Variable orifice gas lift valve for high flow rates with detachable power source and method of using
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Of pumping one fluid by contact or entrainment with another : Rotary nonexpansible chamber-type motor)

Patent 6231313: De-icing system
(PUMPS : PROCESSES : Of pumping one fluid by contact or entrainment with another : Specific motive fluid : Inlet pressure)

Patent 6231314: Variable displacement compressor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Axial cam : Rotary expansible chamber pump)

Patent 6231315: Compressor having a value plate and a gasket
(PUMPS : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL, RADIAL, OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Reciprocating rigid stages)

Patent 6231316: Scroll-type variable-capacity compressor
(PUMPS : WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE PUMPED FLUID CONTROL : Pressure responsive relief or bypass valve : Rotary expansible chamber pump : Fluid motor driven)

Patent 6231317: Sealed compressor driven by a motor
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary expansible chamber pump : Helical pumping member having planetary movement (e.g., scroll) : Motor mounted below pump)

Patent 6231318: In-take fuel pump reservoir
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Electric or magnetic motor : Rotary motor and rotary nonexpansible chamber pump : Relatively movable pumping members)

Patent 6231319: Hermetic compressor
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Moving cylinder : Unidirectionally rotating cylinder : Located within piston (e.g., valved piston))

Patent 6231320: Drug infusion pumping cassette latching mechanism
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Elongated flexible chamber wall progressively deformed : Deformation by rolling or sliding engagement member : Plural spaced engagement members or member portions : Cassette : Opposed pumping member faces (e.g., double acting))

Patent 6231321: Air compressor
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Multiple cyclic outlet paths : Having coextensive distributor opposite pumping member end face)

Patent 6231322: Method and device for the production of beverages
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Plural pumping chambers : Chambers formed at opposite ends of rectilinearly moving pumping member : Unitary element movable about an axis)

Patent 6231323: High pressure reciprocating pump
(PUMPS : EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : Having pumping chamber pressure responsive distributor : Inlet and discharge distributors in coaxial ports : Annular-type distributors)

Patent 6231324: Oldham coupling for scroll machine
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With specific rotation preventing or rotation coupling means : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6231325: Scroll-type compressor
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WORKING MEMBER HAS PLANETARY OR PLANETATING MOVEMENT : Helical working member, e.g., scroll : With specific rotation preventing or rotation coupling means : With working fluid bias)

Patent 6231326: Apparatus for manufacturing prophylactic devices
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : INCLUDING VENTILATING TYPE HOOD OR CHAMBER ENCASING A MATERIAL HANDLER : Recovering or recycling gas or vapor : Bead clamping means, air bag support means or means sealing tire opening)

Patent 6231327: Composite extrusion and patterning machine for irregularly curved edges and method of manufacture thereof
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : DISTINCT MEANS TO FEED, SUPPORT OR MANIPULATE PREFORM STOCK AND MEANS FOR SHAPING FLUENT OR BULK STOCK TO FORM UNITED PRODUCT : Extrusion shaping means : Male shaping member and female mold)

Patent 6231328: Foil-decorating injection molding apparatus
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : DISTINCT MEANS TO FEED, SUPPORT OR MANIPULATE PREFORM STOCK AND MEANS FOR SHAPING FLUENT OR BULK STOCK TO FORM UNITED PRODUCT : Female mold type means : Means to continuously feed indefinite length preform : Downstream of bonding means)

Patent 6231329: Locking apparatus for a movable platen
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH INDICATOR, SIGNAL, RECORDER, ILLUMINATOR, OR INSPECTION MEANS : Of ram or platen reciprocation in press molding cycle)

Patent 6231330: Ultrasonic forming of confectionery products
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : MEANS APPLYING ELECTRICAL OR WAVE ENERGY DIRECTLY TO WORK : Sonic or supersonic wave energy : Element is means determining product size)

Patent 6231331: Vibratory screed device for levelling freshly poured concrete surfaces
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH APPARATUS ASSEMBLY OR DISMANTLING MEANS OR WITH IDLE PART : Plural wear or shaping surfaces mounted for alternative use : Electro-static)

Patent 6231332: Pizza rice molding apparatus
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PRESS FORMING MEANS, PRESS RESHAPING MEANS, OR VULCANIZING MEANS IS ENDLESS SURFACE TYPE : Endless belt coacting with stationary platen or with reciprocating shaping means : Transversely traveling female mold cavities)

Patent 6231333: Apparatus and method for vacuum injection molding
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : With means to evacuate mold or provide controlled environment : Means for transfer molding)

Patent 6231334: Biogas flaring unit
(COMBUSTION : PROCESS OF COMBUSTION OR BURNER OPERATION : Burning waste gas, e.g., furnace gas, etc. :)

Patent 6231335: Lighter having a lock device
(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 6231336: Structure of a shade for a candle
(COMBUSTION : CANDLE, E.G., TAPER, ETC. : Having structure additional to wax and wick : Fuel body totally within casing, e.g., vigil light, etc. : Stored energy actuated; detent, latch or overcenter release)

Patent 6231337: Dental mouthpiece and method of making same
(DENTISTRY : ORTHODONTICS : By mouthpiece-type retainer : Plier type)

Patent 6231338: Method and apparatus for the detection of carious activity of a carious lesion in a tooth
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having means to emit radiation or facilitate viewing of the work : Switch or valve controlled by presence of device on support)

Patent 6231339: Dental device for positioning the mandible and the maxilla in centric relation and methods for using same
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having means to record or indicate jaw movement or position or dental occlusion : By deformation of material : Articulator or attachment therefor)

Patent 6231340: Endodontic instrument
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Hand manipulatable implement : Having means facilitating assembly or disassembly : Removable tool element : Rotary fluid turbine)

Patent 6231341: Dental Matrix tensioner
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Hand manipulatable implement : Having relatively movable work engaging surfaces : Three or more relatively movable coacting surfaces : Work accommodating slot or opening through surface (e.g., matrix clamp) : Including axially movable collect to cam fingers)

Patent 6231342: Customized dental abutments and methods of preparing or selecting the same
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : By fastening to jawbone : Resiliently biased)

Patent 6231343: Method for bleaching discolored tooth by titanium dioxide photocatalyst
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 6231344: Prophylactic reduction and remediation of schizophrenic impairments through interactive behavioral training
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PSYCHOLOGY : Soldering or welding)

Patent 6231345: Shape fitting toy
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PHYSICAL EDUCATION : Developing or testing coordination : Associating dissimilar objects with apertures or pegs having matching size, shape, or color : With means to display character upon depression of key)

Patent 6231346: Interactive hatching egg
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : SCIENCE : Biology or taxidermy : Representation of light generating celestial body)

Patent 6231347: Computer system and karaoke system
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : CATHODE RAY SCREEN DISPLAY AND AUDIO MEANS : Karaoke : Optics)

Patent 6231348: High temperature stability sensor contact, method for the production thereof
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Linear movement : Expansion joint : Including resiliently biased contact)

Patent 6231349: Electromechanical connecting device
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH MAGNET : To urge mating connectors together : Expansion joint)

Patent 6231350: Perfected protection and cutting unit by flap cover, for connection and testing modules of telephone lines
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH MAGNET : To urge connector to supporting surface : Expansion joint)

Patent 6231351: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With guide for directing panel circuit movement : Panel mounted connector which receives edge of panel circuit)

Patent 6231352: Coaxial coupling for interconnecting two printed circuit cards
(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 6231353: Electrical connector with multiple modes of compliance
(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 6231354: System for modifying printed wiring connections after installation
(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 6231355: Matched impedance connector having retention device on a grounding plane
(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 6231356: Grounding clip for computer peripheral cards
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Adapted to be sandwiched between preformed panel circuit arrangements)

Patent 6231357: Waterproof high voltage connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND SAFETY GROUNDING PROVISION : Grounding to connector container or housing : Between parallel conductors)

Patent 6231358: Electrical plug and receptacle having safety features
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Moved by mating connector : Connector moved rectilinearly for engagement, preventer or cover moved rectilinearly and parallel thereto : Connector moved rectilinearly for engagement, preventer or cover moved about axis parallel to direction of connector movement)

Patent 6231359: Electrical connector capable of generating repelling and drawing forces between parts
(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 6231360: Memory card adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Integral retainer and cam separator)

Patent 6231361: Shielded male electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONVERTIBLE BY INTERNAL CHANGE TO SELECTIVELY COOPERATE WITH A DIFFERENT CONTACT : Coupling part : Including repositionable contact : To nonuse or distinct use (e.g., male/female) position : Retractable sheath)

Patent 6231362: Electrical connector with an improved switch structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING PROVISION EFFECTED BY MATING OR HAVING "DEAD" CONTACT ACTIVATED AFTER MATING : Contact encasing chamber)

Patent 6231363: Low profile interconnection
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART WITH ACTUATING MEANS URGING CONTACT TO MOVE LATERALLY WITH RESPECT TO REST OF COUPLING PART AND TOWARD MATING PART : Having open slot for receiving preformed panel circuit arrangement or tape cable : Biased toward mating thread)

Patent 6231364: Memory module 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 6231365: Memory card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : For dual inline package (DIP) : Movement-actuating or retaining means comprises cover press : Fingerlike grasping means comprising portion of coupling part)

Patent 6231366: Single-point driving mechanism of a ZIF PGA socket and the socket using the same
(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 6231367: Method for achieving substantially uniform expansion of dielectric plate and electrical connector made in accordance therewith
(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 6231368: Half-fitting prevention 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 : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)

Patent 6231369: Bolted type connector
(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 : Passing centrally through coupling part : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 6231370: Electrical connector for leaded electronic component
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Retaining functioning electrical component (e.g., tube, lamp, fuse, battery, etc.) : Parallel to connection)

Patent 6231371: Docking station for multiple devices
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means)

Patent 6231372: Connector coupling structure
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH GUIDING MEANS FOR MATING OF COUPLING PART : For constrained pivotal or plural movement coupling : Wall or outlet mounted)

Patent 6231373: Connector with integrated living hinge and resettable spring
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : CONTACT COMPRISING CUTTER (SEVERING, PIERCING, ABRADING, SCRAPING, BREAKING OR TEARING) : Insulation cutter : Conductor sheath piercing : Pivoting cutter, pivoting means to operate cutter, or pivoting means to move conductor against cutter : More than one conductor in same slot)

Patent 6231374: Cable end connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Enlargement engaging means : Distinct cable attached enlargement means : Resilient finger)

Patent 6231375: Wire holding structure for connector housing
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Curved conductor path : Distinct cable attached enlargement means)

Patent 6231376: Cable end connector having retention means for a cable attached thereto
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Curved conductor path : Means comprising notched or apertured body : Resilient finger)

Patent 6231377: Positional encoder with an electrical connection unit
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : For connection to rigid preformed panel circuit arrangement, e.g., PCB : Indicator light)

Patent 6231378: Electrical connector with improved shield for a flexible printed circuit
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH TAPE CABLE : With mating connection region formed by bared cable : Indicator light)

Patent 6231379: VGA cable adapter for transmitting video signals
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : And with third connector spaced therealong : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 6231380: Bulkhead connector system including angled adapter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Supporting plural, independent coupling parts : Yoke)

Patent 6231381: Insulative housing structure of 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 6231382: Electrical card connector having stand off
(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 6231383: Panel mount electrical connector assembly with improved securement
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : With securing by movement of coupling part in plane of panel : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6231384: Panel mounted cable end connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : With securing by movement of coupling part in plane of panel : With additional contacts comprising coupling part mating along axis normal to conductor)

Patent 6231385: Panel mounted electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH SUPPORTING MEANS FOR COUPLING PART : Coupling part or mating part extending into panel opening : Including resilient securing : Laterally flexed finger on coupling part : Resilient gripping of panel)

Patent 6231386: Electrical connector with improved solder pads
(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 6231387: Coaxial cable connector and method of assembling the same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING OR FOR USE WITH COAXIAL CABLE : To be engaged by suspension means)

Patent 6231388: Waterproof connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : COUPLING PART INCLUDING FLEXING INSULATION : Sealing : With radially compressible cable grip)

Patent 6231389: Electronic card connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6231390: Connector for use in portable phone
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Molded connector body)

Patent 6231391: Connector apparatus
(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 6231392: Cable interconnection
(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 6231393: Electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING OR PROVIDING INDUCTIVE OR CAPACITIVE SHIELD : Having means for electrically connecting shield of shielded cable to connector shield member : Having laterally spaced prongs)

Patent 6231394: Contacts carrier
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Including lamp or electron tube socket)

Patent 6231395: Card reader connector, with elastic brush contacts, and reader comprising same
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : For coupling to edge of printed circuit board or to coupling part secured to such edge : Having elongated slot for receiving edge of printed circuit board : Including lamp or electron tube socket)

Patent 6231396: Jack connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having only push-pull-engaging contacts spaced along longitudinal axis of engagement (e.g., jack-type receptacle or plug) : Screw threads formed on cylindrical or annular contact)

Patent 6231397: Crosstalk reducing electrical jack and plug 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 6231398: Connector with upper and lower inner housing members
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having modular or multipart insulating body : Lamp-receiving socket)

Patent 6231399: Card edge connector assembly
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having modular or multipart insulating body : Lamp-receiving socket)

Patent 6231400: Combined-type connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Plural-contact coupling part : Plural-contact coupling part comprises receptacle or plug : Having modular or multipart insulating body : Lamp-receiving socket)

Patent 6231401: Electrical connector with pin retention
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by permanently bending, deforming, or crimping metallic part : Including resilient or spring-biased part for securing wire-conductor or mating connector thereto)

Patent 6231402: Press-in contact and manufacturing method thereof
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH INSULATION OTHER THAN CONDUCTOR SHEATH : Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation : Secured by part resiliently gripping insulation : Latching part unitary with metallic connector or contact)

Patent 6231403: Apparatus for assembling an electrical connector and method of use
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CLAMP-TYPE CONNECTOR FOR STORAGE BATTERY TERMINAL : With reinforcing insert : Clamp secured to and separated from post by same screw-threaded member)

Patent 6231404: Connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Screw-thread operated securing part : Screw axis intersects conductor axis (e.g., set screw) : With movable clamp jaw between conductor and screw or nut (e.g., slidable follower) : Screw axis intersects axes of conductors joined parallel to one another)

Patent 6231405: Connection accessory and terminal equipped with such an accessory
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : METALLIC CONNECTOR OR CONTACT HAVING MOVABLE OR RESILIENT SECURING PART : Screw-thread operated securing part : Screw axis intersects conductor axis (e.g., set screw) : With movable clamp jaw between conductor and screw or nut (e.g., slidable follower) : Clamp jaw movably secured to screw or nut : Adapted to have secured wire conductor extending transverse to longitudinal coupling axis)

 

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