Patents 6250976 - 6251228

 

 

Patent 6250976: Exhaust emission control for watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS TO CONTROL THE SUPPLY OF ENERGY RESPONSIVE TO A SENSED CONDITION :)

Patent 6250977: Compressed-air-powered immersible prime mover providing impulse propulsion to pool cleaners, trolling boats, and scuba divers
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)

Patent 6250978: Steam phase change waterjet drive
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Ground wheel or poler)

Patent 6250979: Boat drive with variable-pitch propeller
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Variable pitch : Produced by combustion)

Patent 6250980: Injection system for watercraft engine
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6250981: Water jacket structure for an outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : For engine speed)

Patent 6250982: Exhaust arrangement for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 6250983: Personal watercraft
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BODY SUPPORTING BUOYANT DEVICE : With seat : U-shaped buoyant member : Cushion)

Patent 6250984: Article comprising enhanced nanotube emitter structure and process for fabricating article
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : PROCESS : Electrode making : Emissive type : Emissive type)

Patent 6250985: Hollow breakable object having a breakable dye absorptive coating
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONVERTIBLE FROM, OR SERVING AS DIVERSE ARTICLE : Container having shape of specific article : Diverse article is container, holder, or support)

Patent 6250986: Building element for set of toy building blocks
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : CONSTRUCTION TOY : Including movable figure)

Patent 6250987: Programmable toy
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Including changeable program carried by vehicle : Having tiltable vehicle body portion for discharging contents (e.g., dump truck))

Patent 6250988: Hand manipulable device
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : RESILIENT TOY OR ACTUATOR : With lamp)

Patent 6250989: Apparatus for grinding eyeglass lens
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6250990: CSP plate cutting apparatus
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 6250991: Bearing substitute for wafer polishing arm
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 6250992: Mirror grinding method and glass lens
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Lens : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier)

Patent 6250993: Method for finishing spectacle lenses, and related device
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : Lens : With nonatmospheric fluid carrier)

Patent 6250994: Methods and apparatuses for mechanical and chemical-mechanical planarization of microelectronic-device substrate assemblies on
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With tool treating or forming : Deforming)

Patent 6250995: Apparatus for polishing outer periphery of workpiece
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Combined : Scouring or polishing means : Edging)

Patent 6250996: Contained direct particle beam flow abrasion system
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And centrifugal particle propulsion means)

Patent 6250997: Processing machine
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating)

Patent 6250998: Hand-held cutting tool for cutting fiber
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6250999: Multi-spindle lapping machine
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Rotary tool supporter : Turret : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 6251000: Substrate holder, method for polishing substrate, and method for fabricating semiconductor device
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Rotary tool supporter)

Patent 6251001: Substrate polishing with reduced contamination
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Cooling : Grader)

Patent 6251002: Surface treating articles and method of making same
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Rotary cylinder : Laminated : Detachable)

Patent 6251003: Hand-held sharpening device
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Having actuating handle : Razor hone)

Patent 6251004: Automatic poultry cutting apparatus
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : While internally supported on a mandrel : Portable cutter)

Patent 6251005: Animal skinning rack
(BUTCHERING : SUPPORT : Sorting)

Patent 6251006: Device for dynamic separation of two zones
(VENTILATION : HAVING PROTECTING AIR CURRENT : Including plural, layered currents : Granular crop or corn ears)

Patent 6251007: Transition inlet diffuser
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Ceiling type : With means for liquid contact)

Patent 6251008: Husker rolls
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : CORN PROCESSING APPARATUS : With corn snapping or husking means : Including a husking or snapping roll : Including particular roll construction : With rib or bar :)

Patent 6251009: Straw chopper housing
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : STRAW CHAFF SPREADER OR HANDLING (DISCHARGE) : With chopper : Teeth, bars, blades, etc.)

Patent 6251010: Game machine apparatus and method with enhanced time-related display of pokemon-type characters
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) :)

Patent 6251011: Shooting video game machine and shooting result presentation method
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game including a simulated projectile (e.g., bullet, missile, ball, puck, etc.) :)

Patent 6251012: Game system and storage device readable by computer
(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 6251013: Slot machine game with randomly designated special symbols
(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 6251014: Standard peripheral communication
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Geometric maze)

Patent 6251015: Game unit controller with handlebars
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Audible)

Patent 6251016: Information offering system for providing a lottery on a network
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : With communication link (e.g., television broadcast, etc.) : Network type (e.g., computer network, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))

Patent 6251017: Game or lottery with a reward validated and/or redeemed online
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : With communication link (e.g., television broadcast, etc.) : Network type (e.g., computer network, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))

Patent 6251018: Dampening disk assembly with spring retaining plate
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Coil spring : Plural : Perpendicular to shaft : Between axially spaced plates : Spring detail : With particular seat :)

Patent 6251019: Constant velocity plunging joint with anti-dismantling means
(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 6251020: Ball cam centering mechanism
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially directed pin : With additional axially spaced torque-transmitting coupling which facilitates relative movement between members : Radially directed pin in each coupling : Plural pins in each coupling with pin ends spaced 90 degrees apart : Axially spaced pin-carrying parts interconnected by pivotal head and socket centering joint)

Patent 6251021: Drive assembly with a constant velocity fixed joint and a damping element
(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 6251022: Excavator play set
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Water slide)

Patent 6251023: Open top swing
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Water slide)

Patent 6251024: Jump tip apparatus for pool cues
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Tip or tip fastener therefor : Secured to generally fixed support)

Patent 6251025: Golfing aid
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Nonhandle element engagable with body : Audible indicator)

Patent 6251026: Golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Body movement or position indicator (e.g., stance aids, etc.) : Sighting device directing golfer`s visual focus toward a point to restrain head movement : Barrier which monitors swingable implement head movement)

Patent 6251027: Golf putter club
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Grip : Reattachable)

Patent 6251028: Golf club having a head with enlarged hosel and curved sole plate
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Having longitudinal recess or projection)

Patent 6251029: Golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced ground resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 6251030: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Wound interior : Surrounding non-wound spherical core : Having particular cover : Nonwound layer)

Patent 6251031: Multi-piece solid golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular unitary or layered construction : Diverse layer between spherical core and cover : Plural diverse layers : Nonwound layer)

Patent 6251032: Self-illuminated hop scotch game
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : HOPSCOTCH : Ball, per se)

Patent 6251033: Paintball game field and method of play
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Ball, per se)

Patent 6251034: Ball bat
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYER HELD AND POWERED, NONMECHANICAL PROJECTOR, PER SE, FOR PROJECTING AERIAL PROJECTILE BY STRIKING; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Bat (e.g., baseball bat, etc.) : Of plastic composition : Blade construction or accessory)

Patent 6251035: Sound and light effects ball structure
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : With light-emitting, electrical, magnetic, or rotatable inertial means or having boundary-detector activating means : Grip)

Patent 6251036: Carbon fiber arrow and continuously winding method thereof
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Attached tether, streamer, or the like has means adapted to be held by, carried by, or attached to person)

Patent 6251037: Hybrid drive for vehicles and the like
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Condition responsive motor control :)

Patent 6251038: Continuously variable transmission unit
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is friction gearing : Plural power paths to planetary gearing : Friction gear engages facing concave surfaces : Torque responsive means to increase contact pressure)

Patent 6251039: Torodial continuous variable transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is friction gearing : Plural power paths to planetary gearing : Friction gear engages facing concave surfaces : Torque responsive means to increase contact pressure)

Patent 6251040: Gear arrangement
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Gear shiftable axially to disconnect or vary ratio : Orbit shiftable relative to sun and carrier : Including one-way clutch or brake)

Patent 6251041: Toroidal type continuously variable transmission
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION GEAR INCLUDES IDLER ENGAGING FACING CONCAVE SURFACES : Toroidal : Ratio change gearing and nonratio change gearing)

Patent 6251042: Hybrid powertrain with an integrated motor/generator
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : PLURAL ENGINES : Electric engine :)

Patent 6251043: Device for controlling an automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : Transmission setting contingent)

Patent 6251044: Method and arrangement for controlling a drive unit of a motor vehicle
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By acceleration : Electric valve control)

Patent 6251045: Method and apparatus for providing synchronization of low to high shifts in a transfer case
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : With positive shift means : With synchronization : Electrical)

Patent 6251046: Automatic engine-stop control apparatus for internal combustion engine
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : BRAKE CONTROL : Sensed condition responsive control of engine of brake : Speed or acceleration responsive : Speed or acceleration responsive)

Patent 6251047: Exercise apparatus with elevating seat
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control :)

Patent 6251048: Electronic exercise monitor
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Monitors exercise parameter : Rate of movement)

Patent 6251049: Elastic swimming exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Swimming : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 6251050: Standup exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 6251051: Punching aid
(EXERCISE DEVICES : STRIKING : Handheld jump rope)

Patent 6251052: Squat exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Pivoted user interface element :)

Patent 6251053: Method for transferring an end of a material web
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : WITH CUTTING, BREAKING, TEARING, OR ABRADING : And with bending : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Continuous advance with rotary folder surface moving with work : Plural applicators)

Patent 6251054: Registration of paper in a curved paper path
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING OF DISTINCT MEMBERS : Comprising bringing two members together : Including distinct securing member : Member comprising adhesive backed tape)

Patent 6251055: Sheet feeding, folding and accumulating machine
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by buckling : Defined by feed roll pair)

Patent 6251056: Centrifuge separation apparatus having a fluid handling mechanism
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including driven material-moving means therein : Rotatably driven coaxially with bowl, but differing as to direction or speed : Including plurality of discrete pushing or scraping elements moving proximate to material collecting surface of bowl : Modified blade)

Patent 6251057: Dehydrohalogenative coupling reaction of organic halides with silanes
(ORGANIC COMPOUNDS -- PART OF THE CLASS 532-570 SERIES : : SILICON CONTAINING : Carbon attached directly or indirectly to the silicon by nonionic bonding (e.g., silanes, etc.) : Processes : Silicon to carbon bond formed : By substitution of silicon bonded hydrogen : Chalcogen, nitrogen, halogen or -C(=X)-, wherein X is chalcogen, bonded directly to at least one of the carbocyclic rings)

Patent 6251058: Treatment of soil contaminated with hazardous residues
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Harmful chemical substances made harmless, or less harmful, by effecting chemical change (EPO/JPO))

Patent 6251059: Medical radiation treatment delivery apparatus
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6251060: Apparatus and method for temporarily inserting a radioactive source in an animal body
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Radioactive substance placed within body (e.g., inhaled, implanted, injected, etc.) : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.))

Patent 6251061: Cardiac assist device using field controlled fluid
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 6251062: Implantable device for treatment of tinnitus
(SURGERY : SURGICALLY IMPLANTED VIBRATORY HEARING AID : Oral cavity devices)

Patent 6251063: Method for treating wall forming gastrointestinal tract
(SURGERY : BODY INSERTED URINARY OR COLONIC INCONTINENT DEVICE OR TREATMENT (E.G., ARTIFICIAL SPHINCTERS, ETC.) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.))

Patent 6251064: Method for creating valve-like mechanism in natural body passageway
(SURGERY : BODY INSERTED URINARY OR COLONIC INCONTINENT DEVICE OR TREATMENT (E.G., ARTIFICIAL SPHINCTERS, ETC.) : Sensory (e.g., visual, audio, tactile, etc.))

Patent 6251065: Methods and apparatus for stabilizing tissue
(SURGERY : INTERNAL ORGAN SUPPORT OR SLING : Artificial insemination)

Patent 6251066: Thrusting rod
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))

Patent 6251067: Male erectile prosthesis
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Male splint : With fluid actuated occluding means (e.g., inflatable cuff))

Patent 6251068: Endoscopic observation system
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : Light transmitting fibers or arrangements : With light intensity control)

Patent 6251069: Laryngoscope with a flexible blade
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Having particular blade structure : Adjustable (e.g., linearly, angularly) : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 6251070: Device and a method for measuring skin parameters
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measurement of skin parameters :)

Patent 6251071: Tonometer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Testing aqueous humor pressure or related condition : Electrode composition)

Patent 6251072: Semi-automated segmentation method for 3-dimensional ultrasound
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6251073: Miniaturized ultrasound apparatus and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Having B-scan and Doppler)

Patent 6251074: Ultrasonic tissue harmonic imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Electronic array scanning : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6251075: Ultrasonic diagnosis apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Ophthalmic)

Patent 6251076: Male impotence diagnostic ultrasound system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Blood flow studies : Hand-held unit)

Patent 6251077: Method and apparatus for dynamic noise reduction for doppler audio output
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Doppler effect (e.g., fetal HR monitoring) : Blood flow studies : Pulse Doppler : Temperature compensated)

Patent 6251078: Preamplifier and protection circuit for an ultrasound catheter
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Blood flow studies)

Patent 6251079: Transthoracic drug delivery device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Testing means inserted in body : Pressure in blood vessel)

Patent 6251080: Self contained ambulatory blood pressure cincture
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6251081: Blood-pressure monitoring apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Pressure transducer structure)

Patent 6251082: Non-invasive estimation of arterial blood gases
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Qualitative or quantitative analysis of breath component : Detecting heart sound)

Patent 6251083: Interstitial fluid methods and devices for determination of an analyte in the body
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Indicator : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6251084: Guide catheter and guidewires for effecting rapid catheter exchange
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6251085: Medical guidewire
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6251086: Guide wire with hydrophilically coated tip
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)

Patent 6251087: Casting plate size measuring device for an orthosis
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Foot : Means for controlling liquid flow)

Patent 6251088: Ultrasonic plantar fasciitis therapy: apparatus and method
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 6251089: Body and joints massage device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Oscillatory : Electric drive means : Including a plurality of massaging teeth, projections, or filaments : Hand supported)

Patent 6251090: Intravitreal medicine delivery
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : With flow control means (e.g., check valves, hydrocephalus pumps, etc.) : Oxygenating means)

Patent 6251091: Needleless injector drug capsule and filling method
(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 : Needleless hypodermic injector : Structure of material reservoir replaceably held in injector : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)

Patent 6251092: Deflectable guiding catheter
(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 : Closure moved by relative movement between closure and separate protruding member)

Patent 6251093: Methods and apparatus for anchoring an occluding member
(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.) : Including means forcing inflation fluid into inflatable means : Injector type : Having indicator means :)

Patent 6251094: Catheter having optimized balloon taper angle
(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 6251095: Safety syringe with retractable standard needles
(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.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Means for preventing destructive piston impact on end of material reservoir : By rotatable means (e.g., micrometer, etc.))

Patent 6251096: Medication dispensing system method
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Fluent treating material held in reservoir in hand-supported applicator : Bandage, pad, shield, or attaching means extendable around body portion)

Patent 6251097: Absorbent article fastening device
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By securing to garment or person : Waist opening)

Patent 6251098: Fluid container for use with platen pump
(SURGERY : CONTAINER FOR BLOOD OR BODY TREATING MATERIAL, OR MEANS USED THEREWITH (E.G., NEEDLE FOR PIERCING CONTAINER CLOSURE, ETC.) : Bag type : Specific garment, holder, or support for absorbent pad)

Patent 6251099: Compound delivery using impulse transients
(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 : Having air or gas venting passage)

Patent 6251100: Laser assisted topical anesthetic permeation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application :)

Patent 6251101: Surgical laser system microscope with separated ocular and objective lenses
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic : Recurving or reshaping of the eye :)

Patent 6251102: Laser surgical device and method of its use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Systems : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 6251103: Photoablative laser eye-treatment method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Placed in body : With optical fiber :)

Patent 6251104: Guiding catheter system for ablating heart tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : Placed in body : With optical fiber :)

Patent 6251105: Cryoprobe system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cyrogenic application : With coolant supply : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens))

Patent 6251106: Electrosurgical generator power control circuit and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Tip in electrical circuit)

Patent 6251107: Ep catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6251108: Smooth-surface rotary electrode for HF surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 6251109: Process and device for the treatment of atrial arrhythmia
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)

Patent 6251110: Combined radio frequency and ultrasonic surgical device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : coagulation : Bipolar electrodes)

Patent 6251111: Jack for pulling a vertebral anchor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6251112: Thin profile closure cap for open ended medical implant
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 6251113: Ophthalmic microsurgical system employing surgical module employing flash EEPROM and reprogrammable modules
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6251114: Rotatable IOL insertion apparatus and method for using same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6251115: Method for the medical treatment of the neurological system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 6251116: Device for interconnecting vessels in a patient
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Connector is single element : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 6251117: Vascular clip
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Occluding clip, clamp, or band : Artery or vein : Removable)

Patent 6251118: Radial pocket forming and insert positioning instruments, corneal marker, and method for using same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6251119: Direct stick tear-away introducer and methods of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : By electrical or thermal application)

Patent 6251120: Medical instrument for removing tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 6251121: Apparatus and methods for intraoperatively performing surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Rotary cutter : Cylindrical)

Patent 6251122: Intravascular filter retrieval device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 6251123: Therapeutic device and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Chiropractic or osteopathic implement : Applicators)

Patent 6251124: Cardiac rhythm management system having multi-capacitor module
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION :)

Patent 6251125: Method and apparatus for treating ventricular fibrillation using electrogram features
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)

Patent 6251126: Method and apparatus for synchronized treatment of obstructive sleep apnea
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Stimulating respiration function : Incontinence control)

Patent 6251127: Dye treatment solution and photodynamic therapy and method of using same
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Light application : With fluid circulation)

Patent 6251128: Microwave ablation catheter with loop configuration
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Electromagnetic radiation (e.g., infrared) : Localized application)

Patent 6251129: Method for low temperature thrombolysis and low temperature thrombolytic agent with selective organ temperature control
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : With temperature sensing)

Patent 6251130: Device for applications of selective organ cooling
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : With fluid supply : Internally applied : With temperature sensing)

Patent 6251131: Absorbent ice bag
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Thermal material receptacle : Hand or foot)

Patent 6251132: Prosthesis delivery
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 6251133: Bifurcated stent with improved side branch aperture and method of making same
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having multiple connected bodies :)

Patent 6251134: Stent with high longitudinal flexibility
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Having multiple connected bodies :)

Patent 6251135: Radiopaque marker system and method of use
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having marker (e.g., color, radiopaque, etc.) : Monofilament)

Patent 6251136: Method of layering a three-coated stent using pharmacological and polymeric agents
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Having plural layers : Coating : Temperature responsive)

Patent 6251137: Synthetic triglyceride filler material for surgically implanted prostheses
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : BREAST PROSTHESIS : Implantable : Material characteristic of lens)

Patent 6251138: Hearing prosthesis
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : EAR OR NOSE PROSTHESIS : Implantable)

Patent 6251139: Orthopedic filling material and method of use thereof
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Removable)

Patent 6251140: Interlocking spinal inserts
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Spine bone : Including spinal disc spacer between adjacent spine bones : One filament)

Patent 6251141: Bone canal plug, method of making, and method of using
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Cement bone plug or bone canal positioning means : Stem structure)

Patent 6251142: Implantation device and a kit including the device
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Bone : Including bioactive coating : Having porous outer surface)

Patent 6251143: Cartilage repair unit
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS : Tissue : Material characteristic)

Patent 6251144: Enzymatic compositions and methods for producing stonewashed look on indigo-dyed denim fabric and garments
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : USING ENZYMES, DYE PROCESS, COMPOSITION, OR PRODUCT OF DYEING :)

Patent 6251145: Oxidizing composition and uses for dyeing, permanently setting or bleaching keratin fibres
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYEING INVOLVING ANIMAL-DERIVED NATURAL FIBER MATERIAL (OTHER THAN SOLELY WOOL OR SILK), E.G., LEATHER, FUR, HAIR, FEATHERS, ETC., COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Hair dyeing : Oxidation dye : With dye other than oxidation dye :)

Patent 6251146: Fuel oil composition containing mixture of wax additives
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Containing organic -C(=O)O- compound (e.g., fatty acids, etc.) : The single bonded oxygen is bonded directly to an additional carbon, which carbon may be single bonded to any element but may be multiple bonded only to carbon (i.e., carboxylic acid esters) : Plural -C(=O)O- groups attached to each other directly or indirectly by nonionic bonding (e.g., polyesters, half ester-half acid compounds, etc.) : Copolymer of olefinically unsaturated hydrocarbon monomer and additional monomer (e.g., ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers, etc.) : Product polymerized through an olefinic double bond)

Patent 6251147: Artifical firelog and firestarter chip producing apparatus and method and products produced therefrom
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : CONSOLIDATED SOLIDS (E.G., BRIQUETTE, ETC.) : Containing specified binder : With paraffin, liquid hydrocarbon, or wax hydrocarbon : With fibrous vegetable material (e.g., cellulose, wood, paper, sawdust, etc.) : Tertiary carbon bonded directly to the ether oxygen)

Patent 6251148: Process for producing synthetic gasses
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : PROCESSES : Leakage)

Patent 6251149: Abrasive grinding tools with hydrated and nonhalogenated inorganic grinding aids
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : WITH SYNTHETIC RESIN :)

Patent 6251150: Slurry composition and method of chemical mechanical polishing using same
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : WITH INORGANIC MATERIAL : Cellulose or derivative thereof)

Patent 6251151: Air cleaner having a curved guide surface for airflow to an air cleaning element
(GAS SEPARATION : WITH SEPARATING MEDIA BYPASS OR SYSTEM GAS PRESSURE RELIEF (E.G., RUPTURABLE OR DEFORMABLE) : Multiple members serially spaced in flow conduit)

Patent 6251152: Vacuum receiver for separating particles in a gas flow having an inlet housing insertable and removable from an opening in a cover of the vacuum
(GAS SEPARATION : PLURAL SERIAL BASICALLY DIVERSE SEPARATING MEDIA : Plural stages in unitary casing : Heat exchanger is part of separator or is contiguous therewith)

Patent 6251153: Centrifugal air filter
(GAS SEPARATION : MULTIPLE SEPARATORS, EACH WITH DISCRETE AND LONGITUDINALLY CONFINED GAS INLET OR OUTLET FLOW PATH : Centrifugal : Parallel : Cohesive sheet-like filter)

Patent 6251154: Dust bag and method of production
(GAS SEPARATION : FLEXIBLE OR COLLAPSIBLE BAG TYPE : Seaming, reinforcing or bag structure : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated : Resilient or expansible)

Patent 6251155: Automatic warehouse for supplying air to a clean air space
(GAS SEPARATION : COMBINED OR CONVERTIBLE : In environmental air enclosure : Multi-ply, strata, or laminated)

Patent 6251156: Method of producing molten iron in duplex furnaces
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Electrothermic processes (e.g., microwave, induction, resistance, electric arc, plasma, etc.) : Adding solid treating agent, slag or flux : Carbon(C) containing material (e.g., Carbon, carbonaceous material, Carbide, etc.) : Producing or treating Iron(Fe) or Iron alloy : With charge melting by electrothermal energy)

Patent 6251157: Sintered alloy having superb wear resistance and process for producing the same
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : COMPOSITIONS : Consolidated metal powder compositions : With nonmetal constituent - Silicon(Si) considered a metal (e.g., cermet, etc.) : Molybdenum sulfide or functional constituent (e.g., lubricant, abrasive, etc.) : And Alkaline earth metal compound or Aluminum(Al) compound)

Patent 6251158: Production of granules of reactive metals, for example magnesium and magnesium alloy
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing solid particulate free metal directly from liquid metal (e.g., liquid comminuting, etc.) : Mixture contains particles of nonmetal)

Patent 6251159: Dispersion strengthening by nanophase addition
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Aluminum(Al))

Patent 6251160: Method of de-chroming and/or depleting the MgO content of steel slag
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : With concurrent production of hydraulic cement : Gold(Au))

Patent 6251161: Method for operating moving hearth reducing furnace
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : Moving furnace or hearth (e.g., moving belt, etc.) : With generation of gaseous reductant outside rotary kiln)

Patent 6251162: Process for the production of liquid pig iron or liquid intermediate products of steel
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : At 300 degrees C or greater (e.g., pyrometallurgy, etc.) : Iron(Fe) : Reduction to metallic Iron(Fe) within shaft furnace : Externally supplied gas reductant : Solid Iron(Fe) produced within shaft furnace : With melting Iron(Fe) product outside shaft furnace : With gasification of solid carbonaceous material in melt (e.g., coal, etc.) :)

Patent 6251163: Method for recovering gold from refractory carbonaceous ores
(SPECIALIZED METALLURGICAL PROCESSES, COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREIN, CONSOLIDATED METAL POWDER COMPOSITIONS, AND LOOSE METAL PARTICULATE MIXTURES : PROCESSES : Producing or treating free metal : Below 300 degrees C : Using nonmetallic material which is liquid under standard conditions (e.g., hydrometallurgy, etc.) : With leaching or dissolving : Noble metal recovered as free metal : Gold(Au) recovered as free metal)

Patent 6251164: Fluid separation process and separation system therefor
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : Including reduction of pressure : Plural pressure varying steps (e.g., pressure swing adsorption, etc.) : Sweep gas used : Feed gas or constituent thereof is sweep gas : With heating or cooling :)

Patent 6251165: Process for adsorbing and desorbing a solvent contained in a natural gas from a dehydration process
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : With plural indirect heat transfer steps on solid sorbent or gaseous fluid mixture or constituent thereof : Heating and cooling : Sweep gas used)

Patent 6251166: Glycol regeneration system having a pressurized reboiler to remove BTEX compounds
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : LIQUID CONTACTING (E.G., SORPTION, SCRUBBING, ETC.) : And degasification of a liquid : By stripping with gas : And heating : Liquid recycled or reused : Steam is stripping gas)

Patent 6251167: Machine and process for removing dissolved gasses from liquids
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : DEGASIFICATION OF LIQUID : By stripping with gas : Impinging on baffle)

Patent 6251168: High efficiency gas scrubber using combined coalescing media and centrifugal cyclone
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : DEFLECTING : And filtering : Nitrogen is stripping gas)

Patent 6251169: Method for vacuum/reduced-pressure refining and facility for vacuum/reduced-pressure refining
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : FILTERING : And reduction of pressure : By mechanical manipulation)

Patent 6251170: Electronic dust collector and air conditioner with electronic dust collector
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : ELECTRIC FIELD SEPARATION APPARATUS (E.G., ELECTRICAL PRECIPITATOR, ELECTROSTATIC TYPE, ETC.) : Electrode cleaner, apparatus part flusher, discharger, or wet collector (e.g., wet film electrode, etc.) : Voltage sensing means)

Patent 6251171: Air cleaner
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : ELECTRIC FIELD SEPARATION APPARATUS (E.G., ELECTRICAL PRECIPITATOR, ELECTROSTATIC TYPE, ETC.) : Including gas flow distribution means : Collecting electrode modifies gas flow : Layered, laminated, or coated : Particle type collector)

Patent 6251172: Portable water recovery and dispensing apparatus
(GAS SEPARATION: APPARATUS : SOLID SORBENT APPARATUS : Plural solid sorbent beds : With recovery or separation means for desorbing fluid : Including liquid contacting means)

Patent 6251173: Ink compositions containing ultraviolet absorbers
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Organic dye containing : Organic nitrogen compound containing : The nitrogen is a ring member of a heterocyclic ring : Five-ring members in the heterocyclic ring : Acyclic azo attached directly or indirectly to the heterocyclic ring by nonionic bonding)

Patent 6251174: Ink composition containing at least two azo dyes
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Organic dye containing : Organic nitrogen compound containing : The nitrogen is part of an acyclic azo group : Plural acyclic azo group component containing : Acyclic azo attached directly or indirectly to the heterocyclic ring by nonionic bonding)

Patent 6251175: Jet ink composition
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Marking : Inks : Organic dye containing : Specified vehicle, solvent, or dispersing medium containing : Organic oxygen compound containing : Seed or derivative thereof containing (e.g., nuts, beans, zein, grain, rice, corn, wheat, oats, gluten, soybean, etc.))

Patent 6251176: Alginate flavoring in a powdered form
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Dental : Organic nitrogen compound or organic sulfur compound containing)

Patent 6251177: Solid phthalocyanine preparations
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Pigment, filler, or aggregate compositions, e.g., stone, shale, pebbles, rock, etc. : Composition contains identified material other than water : Phthalocyanine or derivative containing : Aluminum containing)

Patent 6251178: Fly ash composition
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Ash containing (e.g., fly ash, volcanic ash, coal ash, etc.) : Portland type cement : Calcium sulfate containing (e.g., gypsum, plaster of Paris, anhydrite, etc.))

Patent 6251179: Thermally conductive cementitious grout for geothermal heat pump systems
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Portland type cement : Soil, diatomaceous earth, clay, slate or shale, containing or material for treating soil or earth (e.g., soil stabilization, etc.) : Organic material containing : Carbohydrate (e.g., cellulose, etc.))

Patent 6251180: Shrinkage-reducing agent for cement compositions
(COMPOSITIONS: COATING OR PLASTIC : : Inorganic settable ingredient containing : Portland type cement : Organic material containing : Calcium sulfate specified (e.g., gypsum, anhydrite, plaster of Paris, etc.))

Patent 6251181: Method for forming a solid solution alloy crystal
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : PROCESSES OF GROWTH FROM LIQUID OR SUPERCRITICAL STATE : Having pulling during growth (e.g., Czochralski method, zone drawing) : Using temperature gradient (e.g., moving zone recrystallization))

Patent 6251182: Susceptor for float-zone apparatus
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : PROCESSES OF GROWTH FROM LIQUID OR SUPERCRITICAL STATE : Having moving solid-liquid-solid region : Liquid zone contacts only precursor and product solids (e.g., crucibleless, liquid encapsulant, float zone) : Non-planar crystal grown (e.g., ELO))

Patent 6251183: Rapid low-temperature epitaxial growth using a hot-element assisted chemical vapor deposition process
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : FORMING FROM VAPOR OR GASEOUS STATE (E.G., VPE, SUBLIMATION) : With decomposition of a precursor (except impurity or dopant precursor) composed of diverse atoms (e.g., CVD) : With responsive control)

Patent 6251184: Insulating-containing ring-shaped heat shields for czochralski pullers
(SINGLE-CRYSTAL, ORIENTED-CRYSTAL, AND EPITAXY GROWTH PROCESSES; NON-COATING APPARATUS THEREFOR : APPARATUS : For crystallization from liquid or supercritical state : Seed pulling : Including heating or cooling details (e.g., shield configuration) : Including means forming a flat shape (e.g., ribbon))

Patent 6251185: System for delivering chopped fiberglass strands to a preform screen
(COATING APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO A RANDOMLY OCCURRING SENSED CONDITION : Responsive to attribute, absence or presence of work : Presence of work at or passage of work through coating station sensed : Having means to control coating application : By means to initiate movement of applicator or applicator adjunct : By means to move applicator or applicator adjunct from inoperative position to operative position :)

Patent 6251186: Machine for applying adhesive to preset regions of products in general
(COATING APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO A RANDOMLY OCCURRING SENSED CONDITION : Responsive to attribute, absence or presence of work : Presence of work at or passage of work through coating station sensed : Having means to control coating application : By means to initiate movement of applicator or applicator adjunct : By means to move applicator or applicator adjunct from inoperative position to operative position :)

Patent 6251187: Gas distribution in deposition chambers
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6251188: Apparatus for forming laminated thin films or layers
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6251189: Substrate processing apparatus and substrate processing method
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6251190: Gate electrode connection structure by in situ chemical vapor deposition of tungsten and tungsten nitride
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Web or sheet work)

Patent 6251191: Processing apparatus and processing system
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Multizone chamber : Cut off)

Patent 6251192: Vacuum exhaust system
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : Multizone chamber : Cut off)

Patent 6251193: Use of spray-dried and freeze-dried sugarcane leaf essence
(SUGAR, STARCH, AND CARBOHYDRATES : : Treating sacchariferous material :)

Patent 6251194: Method for mopping and scrubbing a surface using an apparatus for pesticide elimination and surface traction treatment
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : Including acidic agent)

Patent 6251195: Method for transferring a microelectronic device to and from a processing chamber
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : Using solid work treating agents : In particulate or comminuted form : Semiconductor cleaning)

Patent 6251196: Process for producing Fe-B-R based permanent magnet having a corrosion-resistant film
(METAL TREATMENT : PROCESS OF MODIFYING OR MAINTAINING INTERNAL PHYSICAL STRUCTURE (I.E., MICROSTRUCTURE) OR CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF METAL, PROCESS OF REACTIVE COATING OF METAL AND PROCESS OF CHEMICAL-HEAT REMOVING (E.G., FLAME-CUTTING, ETC.) OR BURNING OF METAL : Processes of coating utilizing a reactive composition which reacts with metal substrate or composition therefore : Metal oxide formed after applied coating : Metal substrate contains elemental aluminum or magnesium or alloy thereof)

Patent 6251197: Rolling or sliding parts
(METAL TREATMENT : STOCK : Carburized or nitrided : Ferrous (i.e., iron base) : Ferrous (i.e., iron base))

Patent 6251198: Ultra-high strength ausaged steels with excellent cryogenic temperature toughness
(METAL TREATMENT : STOCK : Ferrous (i.e., iron base) : Copper containing : Eight percent or more total content of nickel and/or manganese containing)

Patent 6251199: Copper alloy having improved resistance to cracking due to localized stress
(METAL TREATMENT : STOCK : Copper base : Tin containing : Aluminum containing)

Patent 6251200: Process and apparatus for inflating airbags and remediating toxic waste gases
(EXPLOSIVE AND THERMIC COMPOSITIONS OR CHARGES : FUME OR WASTE AFFECTING : Nitrated starch or nitrated sugar)

Patent 6251201: Method and apparatus for dividing a conduit into compartments
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Making electrical conductors of indefinite length : With subsequent treatment of plaster board)

Patent 6251202: Method and system for bonding plastic parts together
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With measuring, testing, or inspecting : To similarly formed batt)

Patent 6251203: Apparatus and method for assembling a plastic container for food products
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With sonic or ultrasonic treatment : To similarly formed batt)

Patent 6251204: Tire retreading machine
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Reclaiming, renewing or repairing articles for reuse : Toroidal shapes (e.g., tire or tube) : Adhesively secured tire retreads : Molybdenum containing)

Patent 6251205: Method of manufacturing radial tire having wound band
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Making flexible or resilient toroidal shape; e.g., tire, inner tube, etc. : Building tires directly from strands or cords : Having cushioning void or cavity)

Patent 6251206: Method for opening and resin-impregnation to produce continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin composite material
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Bonding of flexible filamentary material while in indefinite length or running length : Of filamentary material only to form article : Plural filaments)

Patent 6251207: Embossing and laminating irregular bonding patterns
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With permanent bending or reshaping or surface deformation of self sustaining lamina : Running or continuous length work : Surface deformation only (e.g., embossing) : Treating material of corrugated lamina or dry adhesive thereon to render tacky)

Patent 6251208: Method for manufacturing a structure with fine ribs
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Direct contact transfer of adhered lamina from carrier to base : Carrier is configured mold : Folding only)

Patent 6251209: Fastener tape material bag utilizing fastener tape material, and method of manufacturing thereof
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With cutting, punching, tearing or severing : Prior to assembly : Subsequent to assembly of laminae)

Patent 6251210: Treated textile fabric
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With direct application of electrical, magnetic, or radiant energy to work : Of continuous or running length bonded web)

Patent 6251211: Circuitry interconnection method
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : With direct application of electrical, magnetic, or radiant energy to work : Before final assembly; e.g., to cure lamina, etc. : Continuous longitudinal slitting)

Patent 6251212: Multilayer, temperature resistant, composite label
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : By tackifying substance of self-sustaining lamina to be bonded; e.g., autogenous bonding, etc. : Including uncurable lamina; e.g., metal, paper, etc.)

Patent 6251213: Laminating construction adhesive compositions with improved performance
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Particular adhesive : Organic containing : Synthetic resin containing : Feeding of discrete laminae from separate sources)

Patent 6251214: Decorative composite structures
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : METHODS : Surface bonding and/or assembly therefor : Particular adhesive : Organic containing : Synthetic resin containing : Feeding of discrete laminae from separate sources)

Patent 6251215: Carrier head with a multilayer retaining ring for chemical mechanical polishing
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : DIFFERENTIAL FLUID ETCHING APPARATUS : For liquid etchant : With mechanical polishing (i.e., CMP-chemical mechanical polishing) : With wafer retaining ring : Natural rubber containing)

Patent 6251216: Apparatus and method for plasma processing
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : DIFFERENTIAL FLUID ETCHING APPARATUS : Delaminating, per se)

Patent 6251217: Reticle adapter for a reactive ion etch system
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : DIFFERENTIAL FLUID ETCHING APPARATUS : With workpiece support : With magnetic field generating means for control of the etchant gas)

Patent 6251218: Ion beam processing apparatus
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : DIFFERENTIAL FLUID ETCHING APPARATUS : With means to generate and to direct a reactive ion etchant beam at a workpiece : By microwave)

Patent 6251219: Method and apparatus for use in assembling electronic devices
(ADHESIVE BONDING AND MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE : SURFACE BONDING MEANS AND/OR ASSEMBLY MEANS THEREFOR : With work feeding or handling means : For plural parts or plural areas of single part : Means bringing discrete articles into assembled relationship : Progressive continuous bonding press (e.g., roll couples))

Patent 6251220: Wastepaper deinking method using amine or acid salt of amine in the flotation stage
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES OF CHEMICAL LIBERATION, RECOVERY OR PURIFICATION OF NATURAL CELLULOSE OR FIBROUS MATERIAL : Waste paper or textile waste : With organic agent :)

Patent 6251221: Process for preparing cellulose from lignin-poor cellulose-containing feed stocks
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES OF CHEMICAL LIBERATION, RECOVERY OR PURIFICATION OF NATURAL CELLULOSE OR FIBROUS MATERIAL : Waste paper or textile waste : With organic agent :)

Patent 6251222: Filler for use in paper manufacture and procedure for producing a filler
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES OF CHEMICAL LIBERATION, RECOVERY OR PURIFICATION OF NATURAL CELLULOSE OR FIBROUS MATERIAL : With chemical or physical modification of liberated fiber : With alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, or ammonium compound)

Patent 6251223: Process for improving printing paper
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Multi-layer waterlaid webs or sheets : Layers of different properties : With additional deformation)

Patent 6251224: Bicomponent mats of glass fibers and pulp fibers and their method of manufacture
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : Plural fiber containing : Mineral : Leather)

Patent 6251225: Process for regulating the breaking length ratio of a manufactured paper web
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS : With measuring, inspecting and/or testing : Fluid deckle or shower)

Patent 6251226: Apparatus for manufacturing papers with watermarks or patterns
(PAPER MAKING AND FIBER LIBERATION : APPARATUS : With coating or impregnating means (including printing) : Of product cutting device)

Patent 6251227: Catalytic and adsorptive-processes using containers for solid granular materials
(DISTILLATION: PROCESSES, SEPARATORY : WITH CHEMICAL REACTION : Including step of adding catalyst or reacting material : Compressed vapor as heat source)

Patent 6251228: Photopolymer washout fluid solvent distillation apparatus and method
(DISTILLATION: PROCESSES, SEPARATORY : ADDING MATERIAL TO DISTILLAND EXCEPT WATER OR STEAM PER SE : Utilizing removing solid from liquid)

 

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