Patents 5016775 - 5017028

 

 

Patent 5016775: Bung-type container
(RECEPTACLES : CLOSURES : Removable closure guided in rotary movement (e.g., screw) : Special tool or tool engaging means)

Patent 5016776: Nuclear fuel container tamper-proof closure
(RECEPTACLES : CLOSURES : Warped cover flexed into operative position : With packing or gasket)

Patent 5016777: Expandable polystyrene container hinge and method of forming
(RECEPTACLES : CLOSURES : Pivotable, (e.g., hinged) : Hinge members formed integrally with closure and closure support : Flexible hinge : One piece container and closure : Closure mounted on container carrying bail)

Patent 5016778: System for low cost dispensing of soft packaged articles
(ARTICLE DISPENSING : WITH LOCK, LATCH, OR SEAL FOR CONTAINER AND/OR SUPPORT : Motor operated)

Patent 5016779: Apparatus for dispensing measured amounts of fluid from an open-ended pouch
(DISPENSING : COLLAPSIBLE WALL-TYPE CONTAINER : With wall-collapsing means : With nonfriction fit means to secure discharge guide to container)

Patent 5016780: Hand pump for dispensing bottles with shutoff arrangement for preventing spillage therefrom
(DISPENSING : WITH LOCK OR FASTENING SEAL : Inhibiting actuation of discharge assistant : Maintain dispenser in open position)

Patent 5016781: Device with replaceable container for atomizing liquid
(DISPENSING : MOVABLY MOUNTED SUPPLY CONTAINER : Moving relatively to trap, impeller or valve to cause discharge : Graduated for level determination)

Patent 5016782: Dispenser for viscous materials
(DISPENSING : WITH DISCHARGE ASSISTANT (E.G., IMPELLER, PUMP, CONVEYER, MOVABLE TRAP CHAMBER, ETC.) : Plural : Follower combined with casing enclosed impeller : Interconnected with movable nozzle : With adjustable discharge controller)

Patent 5016783: Pump dispenser package
(DISPENSING : WITH LOCK OR FASTENING SEAL : Inhibiting actuation of discharge assistant : Maintain dispenser in open position)

Patent 5016784: Applicator for highly reactive materials
(DISPENSING : WITH DISCHARGE ASSISTANT (E.G., IMPELLER, PUMP, CONVEYER, MOVABLE TRAP CHAMBER, ETC.) : Container with follower : Container-mounted pump)

Patent 5016785: Skirtless mounting cup
(DISPENSING : WITH DISCHARGE ASSISTANT (E.G., IMPELLER, PUMP, CONVEYER, MOVABLE TRAP CHAMBER, ETC.) : Fluid pressure : Valve actuated by nozzle or through valve outlet : With piston or pulsator holding means)

Patent 5016786: Draught beer dispensing system
(DISPENSING : MOTOR OPERATED OUTLET ELEMENT : Interconnected for relative motion)

Patent 5016787: Side orifice dispensing closure
(DISPENSING : AXIALLY SLIDABLE TUBES, SLEEVES, OR APERTURED CAPS : Axial discharge)

Patent 5016788: Pouring spout for servo-assisted opening, device incorporating it and implementation process
(DISPENSING : PROCESSES OF DISPENSING : Molten metal :)

Patent 5016789: Dispenser for granular materials
(DISPENSING : WITH CASING OR SUPPORT : Ambulant : Peripheral discharge)

Patent 5016790: Apparatus and method for dispensing a detergent solution
(DISPENSING : INCLUDING TIMER : For timing dispensing period : Float-operated flow controllers)

Patent 5016791: Painter's hip level pail carrier
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : For liquid or liquid-holding container : Removable liquid-holding container held by carrier : Secured by flaccid member : Strap-type flaccid member :)

Patent 5016792: Backpack convertible chair
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Convertible or combined : Convertible to a different art device : Backpack or component thereof : Forming seat or component thereof :)

Patent 5016793: Gun holster
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Article held by receiver : Flaccid attaching means looped around neck or crossing shoulder : Two attaching means crossing different shoulders : At least part of the engaging means is directly attached to attaching means)

Patent 5016794: Quick release skateboard backpack
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Article held by receiver : Flaccid attaching means looped around neck or crossing shoulder : Two attaching means crossing different shoulders : Including rigid or semirigid support structure : Rigid or semirigid container : With rotatable locking tongue (e.g., buckle))

Patent 5016795: Dental paste cup with multi-facet inner base
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Article held by receiver : Attaching means engaged with finger : Two attaching means crossing different shoulders)

Patent 5016796: Speed square holder
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Article held by receiver : Retainer or positioner for article held by receiver : Located in receiver : Retainer extending into trigger guard opening)

Patent 5016797: Article carrier
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : CARRIED BY ANIMATE BEARER : Flaccid attaching means looped around neck or crossing shoulder : Tongue secured to separate support means on bearer)

Patent 5016798: Spacer insert for load-bearing slats
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : VEHICLE ATTACHED : Carrier associated with vehicle roof or trunk lid : Carrier comprises plurality of spaced members : Members fixedly attached to vehicle surface : Laterally extending arms)

Patent 5016799: Support stanchion for luggage carrier
(PACKAGE AND ARTICLE CARRIERS : VEHICLE ATTACHED : Carrier associated with vehicle roof or trunk lid : Carrier comprises plurality of spaced members : Members fixedly attached to vehicle surface : Laterally extending arms)

Patent 5016800: Method of cutting workpiece
(SEVERING BY TEARING OR BREAKING : METHODS : With preliminary weakening :)

Patent 5016801: Multiple-ply web registration apparatus
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : MATERIAL GUIDE OR GUARD : Angled turning guide for a web : Turning guide)

Patent 5016802: Explosive actuated extendable driving tool
(ELONGATED-MEMBER-DRIVING APPARATUS : EXPLOSIVE-TYPE DRIVING MEANS : With protective shield : With cutting means)

Patent 5016803: Wire bonding apparatus
(METAL FUSION BONDING : WITH MEANS TO JUXTAPOSE AND BOND PLURAL WORKPIECES : Wire lead bonder : Brazing or soldering)

Patent 5016804: Soldering apparatus having at least one stirrup electrode
(METAL FUSION BONDING : METALLIC HEAT APPLICATOR (E.G., SOLDERING IRON, ETC.) : Work portion comprises can body)

Patent 5016805: Method and apparatus for dual superplastic forming of metal sheets
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : Using bond inhibiting separating material : Cold rolling)

Patent 5016806: Tube weld mill
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : With shaping : And edge joining of one piece blank or strip : Progressively bending and joining : Forming indefinite length member :)

Patent 5016807: Method for producing workpieces of metal
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : With shaping : Prior to bonding : By cutting : Annular seam)

Patent 5016808: Implantable tapered spiral endocardial lead for use in internal defibrillation
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : Combined : With concurrent bonding)

Patent 5016809: Thermal degreasing in reactive atmospheres and subsequent brazing of aluminum-based sheets or parts
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : With pretreating other than heating or cooling of work part of filler prior to bonding and any application of filler : Cleaning : Chemical)

Patent 5016810: Method for improving weldability of nickel aluminide alloys
(METAL FUSION BONDING : PROCESS : With pretreating other than heating or cooling of work part of filler prior to bonding and any application of filler : Cleaning : Chemical : Component terminal to substrate surface (i.e., nonpenetrating terminal))

Patent 5016811: End wall member for use with boxes
(SPECIAL RECEPTACLE OR PACKAGE : STRUCTURAL FEATURES FOR VERTICAL STACKING, I.E., SIMILAR RECEPTACLES : Having vertical projecting element or recess for interlock : By selective orientation of superposed receptacles)

Patent 5016812: Sift-proof carton and method and adhesive dispensing means for producing same
(ENVELOPES, WRAPPERS, AND PAPERBOARD BOXES : PAPERBOARD BOX : With closure for an access opening : Foldable wall extension (e.g., closure flap) : Overlapping extensions bonded together : Securing element extends through the outer of two overlapping closure flaps)

Patent 5016813: Fold-up container and construction method
(ENVELOPES, WRAPPERS, AND PAPERBOARD BOXES : PAPERBOARD BOX : Adjacent sidewalls connected by a folded web unitary with both (i.e., "corner fold") : Web secured in folded position by a separate fastening device (e.g., adhesive tape, staple, etc.) : Opening or notch located in folded corner connector (i.e., "corner fold" or "corner flap"))

Patent 5016814: Collapsible box with improved corner locks
(ENVELOPES, WRAPPERS, AND PAPERBOARD BOXES : PAPERBOARD BOX : A sidewall includes a folded lateral extension of an adjacent sidewall (e.g., "corner flap") : Extension projects into an opening in the box material : Extension projects into two or more separate openings : Flap or tab underlies a downwardly extending panel of the adjacent sidewall)

Patent 5016815: Air conditioner control system for vehicles
(AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY REGULATION : VENTILATOR TYPE : Electrically actuated : Expanding solid)

Patent 5016816: Resilient rail fastener
(RAILWAYS: SURFACE TRACK : FASTENINGS : Clamps : Spring : Ratchet)

Patent 5016817: Pesticide spraying device and method
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : WITH CLEANING MEANS, DRIP COLLECTING, WASTE DISPOSAL OR SOIL PREVENTING GUARDS OR SHIELDS : Nozzle cleaner, flusher or drainer : With diverted system fluid or nonspraying fluid for cleaning : System fluid diverted : Reduction of fluid pressure affects opening (e.g., self-draining showers))

Patent 5016818: Integral transition and convergent section exhaust nozzle
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : REACTION MOTOR DISCHARGE NOZZLE WITH JACKETED OR HOLLOW PORTION FOR COOLING FLUID FLOW : Return from liquid pump outlet to supply holder (e.g., tank filling, mixing or pump unloading))

Patent 5016819: Electromagnetic fuel injector having split stream flow director
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : FLOW DEFLECTING OR ROTATION CONTROLLING MEANS : Deflector and terminal flow element : Deflector on one side of flow path : Multiple or discrete deflecting surfaces : Supported exteriorly of flow outlet)

Patent 5016820: Fuel injectors for internal combustion engines
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : FLUID PRESSURE RESPONSIVE DISCHARGE MODIFIER* OR FLOW REGULATOR* : Fuel injector or burner : Having flow regulator* for reciprocating piston engine : With discharge modifier* : Upstream of flow regulator*)

Patent 5016821: Fuel injection valve
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : INCLUDING VALVE MEANS IN FLOW LINE : Reciprocating : Injection nozzle type : Electromagnetically operated valve (e.g., ball-type) : Elongated armature with integral projection : Rotated into deflecting position)

Patent 5016822: Particulate material loaders
(FLUID SPRINKLING, SPRAYING, AND DIFFUSING : CONTAINER FOR NON-FLUID MATERIAL, AND SCATTERING MEANS : With loading or loading facilitating means : Moving feeder for fusible wire or rod)

Patent 5016823: Air current classifier, process for preparing toner, and apparatus for preparing toner
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : By utilizing kinetic energy of projected or suspended material :)

Patent 5016824: Method and apparatus for controlling the production of thermomechanical pulp
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : With application of fluid or lubricant material : Liquids added to make pulp or suspension : To classify or separate material)

Patent 5016825: Grinding impeller assembly for a grinder pump
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Including means applying fluid to material : Liquid submerged comminuting zone : By cooperating members : Having particular housing structure)

Patent 5016826: Tube mill partition
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : With separation or classification of material : Comminuted material discharge permitting screen : Screen partition or end wall in rotary drum : Plural partitions or end walls : Series flow of material :)

Patent 5016827: Sand reclaiming drum
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : With separation or classification of material : Separator in discharge from comminuting zone : Rotating comminutor combined with a sifting device : Sifting device rotates : Series flow of material)

Patent 5016828: Shredding machine
(SOLID MATERIAL COMMINUTION OR DISINTEGRATION : : Series material flow only through plural comminuting zones : All comminuting zones of cooperating surface type : All comminuting zones of rotary surface type : Circumferential or tangential material flow only : Annularly mounted moving surfaces)

Patent 5016829: Takeup machine
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : HELICAL OR RANDOM WINDING OF MATERIAL : Alternately or sequentially wound spools : Spools on parallel spindles : Spindles on indexable turret : Coil engaging drive (i.e., peripheral drive) : Web layer wound between helical layers)

Patent 5016830: Method and device for combining pairs of cheeses
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : HELICAL OR RANDOM WINDING OF MATERIAL : Including wound package or empty spool handling : Removing wound package from or loading empty spool onto a winding station : Carriage-mounted handling device : Separating wound package from driver engaging package periphery)

Patent 5016831: Method and device for threading the end of a web
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : UNWINDING : With material end separator (e.g., doctor blade or jet) : With threading along unwinding path : Manually shifted reserve coil)

Patent 5016832: Method and apparatus for winding an amorphous magnetic toroidal transformer core
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : COMPOSITE ARTICLE WINDING : By rotating core : Handheld wrapping tool)

Patent 5016833: Document roll-up system
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : CONVOLUTE WINDING OF MATERIAL : With spool loading or coil removal : With particular threading facility)

Patent 5016834: Adaptor for a small-sized tape cassette
(WINDING, TENSIONING, OR GUIDING : UNWINDING AND REWINDING A MACHINE CONVERTIBLE INFORMATION CARRIER (E.G., MAGNETIC TAPE OR PHOTOGRAPHIC FILM) : Cartridge system (i.e., cartridge work station or cartridge) : Adaptive or convertible : Tachometer-type signal device)

Patent 5016835: Guided missile
(AERONAUTICS : MISSILE STABILIZATION OR TRAJECTORY CONTROL : Automatic guidance : Attitude control mechanisms : Fluid reaction type :)

Patent 5016836: Guidance/control device for a carrier comprising a movable nozzle
(AERONAUTICS : MISSILE STABILIZATION OR TRAJECTORY CONTROL : Automatic guidance : Attitude control mechanisms : Fluid reaction type :)

Patent 5016837: Venturi enhanced airfoil
(AERONAUTICS : AIRCRAFT, HEAVIER-THAN-AIR : Airplane and fluid sustained : Convertible)

Patent 5016838: Aircraft tire having asymmetric tread
(AERONAUTICS : LANDING GEAR : Wheel : Strut shortening)

Patent 5016839: Device for the locking and unlocking of two elements of a projectile, notably of a parachute container
(AERONAUTICS : SAFETY LOWERING DEVICES : Parachutes : Storage and release : Door)

Patent 5016840: Method to authorize a head of train unit to transmit emergency commands to its associated rear unit
(RAILWAY SWITCHES AND SIGNALS : CAB SIGNAL OR TRAIN CONTROL : Motive-power control : Electric : Mechanical actuation)

Patent 5016841: Rolling conductor support
(SUPPORTS : PIPE OR CABLE : Tool cord or tube : Double clamp)

Patent 5016842: Protector for wire harness
(SUPPORTS : PIPE OR CABLE : Brackets : Plural pipe or cable : Automatically releasing)

Patent 5016843: Pipe clamp
(SUPPORTS : PIPE OR CABLE : Brackets : Plural pipe or cable : Automatically releasing)

Patent 5016844: Open top trash bag holder
(SUPPORTS : BAG HOLDERS : Stands : Folded hose)

Patent 5016845: Infant feeding assembly
(SUPPORTS : NURSING BOTTLE TYPE : Bracket : Flexible : Link supported)

Patent 5016846: Spring and lock support for overbed table
(SUPPORTS : STAND : Standard type : Adjustable vertically : Concurrent with tilting)

Patent 5016847: Object retaining apparatus for a vehicle
(SUPPORTS : STAND : Of wire : At least two legs form unitary structure)

Patent 5016848: Pyramidal shaped balloon holder
(SUPPORTS : STAND : To hold a particular article : At least two legs form unitary structure)

Patent 5016849: Swivel mechanism for a monitor of a laptop computer
(SUPPORTS : STAND : To hold a particular article : Adjustable : Including detailed mount for article (e.g., camera))

Patent 5016850: Article holding bracket
(SUPPORTS : BRACKETS : Specially mounted or attached : By vacuum : Including plural vacuum cups : Including valve or port)

Patent 5016851: Attachment system for the holder of the operating device of a radiophone
(SUPPORTS : BRACKETS : Adjustable : Plural joints : Vertical pivot at right angle to horizontal pivot : Adjustable)

Patent 5016852: Portable bookstand apparatus
(SUPPORTS : EASEL; BOOK, COPY OR MUSIC SCORE HOLDER : Knockdown or collapsible : With housing for collapsed components : Notch or cavity engaging)

Patent 5016853: Collapsible support device
(SUPPORTS : STAFF TYPE : Stand or base : Having staff retaining or centering means : Driven)

Patent 5016854: Height adjustable supporting device for an instrument
(SUPPORTS : RESILIENT SUPPORT : Including additional energy absorbing means, e.g., fluid or friction damping, etc. : Normally disengaged or including disabling means :)

Patent 5016855: Beam clamp system
(STATIC MOLDS : IN SITU CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TYPE OR BUILDING TYPE-MOLD OR FORM : Forming building structure : Barrier or sustainer, e.g., wall, joist, etc. : Including means to connect mold to existing building structure : Progressive molding type : Mold includes end plate :)

Patent 5016856: Inflatable bladder for control of fluid flow
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : FLUID ACTUATED OR RETARDED : Flexible wall expansible chamber reciprocating valve actuator : With choke by-pass or relief means)

Patent 5016857: Control element for a ball valve
(VALVES AND VALVE ACTUATION : ROTARY VALVES : Biased)

Patent 5016858: Hydraulic lift mechanism for camper shells
(IMPLEMENTS OR APPARATUS FOR APPLYING PUSHING OR PULLING FORCE : VEHICLE-BODY LIFTERS : Single throw lever)

Patent 5016859: Wiring harness installation accessory
(IMPLEMENTS OR APPARATUS FOR APPLYING PUSHING OR PULLING FORCE : METHOD OR APPARATUS FOR PLACEMENT OF CONDUCTIVE WIRE : With tire casing support)

Patent 5016860: "No-nick" part-handling apparatus and method
(METALLURGICAL APPARATUS : MEANS TREATING A CONTINUUM OF WORK : With heating means : With fluid contact means : In liquid bath : By float means)

Patent 5016861: Mounting of a single transverse leaf spring for vehicles
(SPRING DEVICES : VEHICLE : Leaf : Semielliptic : Having lubricant reservoir or pad)

Patent 5016862: Vibration isolation arrangement
(SPRING DEVICES : RESILIENT SHOCK OR VIBRATION ABSORBER : Snubbed coil spring or ring pack)

Patent 5016863: Adjustable longitudinal folding former system
(SHEET-MATERIAL ASSOCIATING : ASSOCIATING AND FOLDING : Longitudinal web folding : Interfolding multiple sheets)

Patent 5016864: Apparatus for feeding sheet material
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : Separators : Rotary : Preliminary protrusion : Feeler control : With moving segments supporting remainder of pack)

Patent 5016865: Sheet feeding device for image recording apparatus
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : Separators : Pneumatic : Sheet-moving action of suction member results from engagement with sheet : Suction member reciprocating perpendicularly to sheet)

Patent 5016866: Sheet feed mechanism for an image recorder
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : Separators : Rotary : With means to restrain feed of next sheet : By restrainer having rearwardly moving surface : With moving segments supporting remainder of pack)

Patent 5016867: Sheet stacking apparatus
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : DELIVERING : To receiver for pack of sheets : With means to bow sheets : With means to adjust gripper)

Patent 5016868: Automatic document transfer device
(SHEET FEEDING OR DELIVERING : FEEDING : By means to convey sheet (e.g., from pack to operation) : Between superposed conveyor couple : Having means to permit separation of couple : Laterally spaced sensors)

Patent 5016869: Human bipedal locomotion device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Elevated walking device (e.g., stilts, etc.) : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5016870: Exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Including upper body exercise feature : Gas)

Patent 5016871: Exercise machine resistance controller
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control : Amount of resistance :)

Patent 5016872: Hydraulic type stationary cycle exercise
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Utilizing fluid resistance : Separately adjustable)

Patent 5016873: Playswing assembly
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SWING : Water slide)

Patent 5016874: Multi-directional exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : Having pair of handles : Edge engaging braking element)

Patent 5016875: Portable basketball retrieval apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PLAYING FIELD OR COURT GAME; GAME ELEMENT OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Practice or training device : Having projectile return means : Return chute : With or for basketball-type goal : Nonwound layer)

Patent 5016876: Video display co-processor for use in a video game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Perceptible output or display (e.g., tactile, etc.) : Visual (e.g., enhanced graphics, etc.) : Three-dimensional characterization : Object priority or perspective : Having means to alter combination probability)

Patent 5016877: Billiard cue tip
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Tip or tip fastener therefor : Striking portion formed of material other than leather : Ball rack also constitutes or includes spotting rack)

Patent 5016878: Game having magnetically operable pieces
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : SURFACE PROJECTILE GAME; GAME ELEMENT (E.G., TARGET, ETC.) OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTILE, PER SE) : Simulated game (e.g., hockey, soccer, etc.) : Projector translatable and rotatable about vertical axis : Movable surface)

Patent 5016879: Pachinko game
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : SURFACE PROJECTILE GAME; GAME ELEMENT (E.G., TARGET, ETC.) OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTILE, PER SE) : Disk or ring games : Electric or magnetic : Electric or magnetic)

Patent 5016880: Coin or token-released gaming machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Credit/debit monitoring or manipulation (e.g., game entry, betting, prize level, etc.) : Pool amount (e.g., jackpot, etc.) : Pool carryover (e.g., progressive jackpot, etc.) : Lot-to-lot combination (e.g., slot machine, etc.))

Patent 5016881: Numeric generator apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a chance application : Lot generator (e.g., card distribution, simulated dice, random number generator, etc.) : Plural lots (e.g., keno, etc.))

Patent 5016882: Metallic golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Putter : Toe and heel weighting : In vertical bore access through top)

Patent 5016883: Golf club heads and fabrication process thereof
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Embedded fiber composition : With internal support rib or injected material)

Patent 5016884: Golf putting game
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Projectile addressing surface and target, or distance marker (e.g., course, putting green with cup, driving range, miniature golf course, etc.) : Electrical sensor or electrical indicator responsive to swingable implement or projectile : Sensor is projectile responsive (e.g., free-flight detection means, etc.) : Projectile in receiver indicator : Including elevator)

Patent 5016885: Golf trainer
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice device attachable to body : Attachable to foot : Waist encircling belt anchored to static structure)

Patent 5016886: Automatic golf ball tee apparatus
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Condition responsive feeding means (e.g. automatic) : Pneumatic : Removable insert or bushing)

Patent 5016887: Golf ball
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.) : Icosahedral dimple pattern : Plural diverse layers)

Patent 5016888: Magnetic game system
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : BOARD GAMES, PIECES, OR BOARDS THEREFOR : Magnetic : Removable and discrete game piece changes status of circuit)

Patent 5016889: Game tile structure
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : CARD OR TILE GAMES, CARDS OR TILES THEREFOR : Card or tile structure : Liquid-filled path)

Patent 5016890: Shooting game machine
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : SIMULATED-PROJECTILE GAME, TARGET THEREFOR, OR ACCESSORY : Electromagnetic ray simulates projectile or its path, or utilized for coincidence detection (e.g., light-ray gun, infrared aim detector, etc.) : Having active target (e.g., moving target, "hit" responsive, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.))

Patent 5016891: Projectile-target game apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : AERIAL PROJECTILE GAME; GAME ELEMENT (E.G., TARGET, ETC.) OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR OTHER THAN PROJECTOR OR PROJECTILE, PER SE : Target : Target support structure : Target is aperture dimensioned to allow projectile to pass entirely therethrough)

Patent 5016892: Drill tool holder
(CHUCKS OR SOCKETS : SOCKET TYPE : Side detent : Reciprocating sleeve : Sleeved)

Patent 5016893: Collapsible support and transport stand for personal watercraft
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Extensible : Article support : Brake or antitheft device)

Patent 5016894: Combination seat post and air pump for bicycle
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : Combined with pump : Steerable handle)

Patent 5016895: Cycle fork with fiber reinforced resin blades and crown and method of making same
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : With steering : One-wheel controlled : Frames and running gear : Front forks and heads : Crowns : Independent wheel mounting)

Patent 5016896: Double bed trailer
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Repairman's creepers)

Patent 5016897: Multi-function towing trailer
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Single end suspension of transported vehicle : Handling and carrying attachments)

Patent 5016898: Fifth wheel trailer hitch assembly for pickup trucks and flat bed vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Semitrailer : Fifth wheel only : Landing gear and coupling interlock)

Patent 5016899: No-slack restricted-drum stabilizer for commercial multitrailer combinations
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Condition responsive connections : Stub axle)

Patent 5016900: Device for accomplishing directional movement of a trailer
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Articulated vehicle : Connection facilitating : Side draft)

Patent 5016901: Ski
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Runner type : Skis : With foot supporting plate or portion : Pivotally mounted brake member)

Patent 5016902: Safety ski binding
(LAND VEHICLES : SKATES : Shoe attaching means : Ski fasteners : Hold-downs or clamps : Pivotal about horizontal and/or vertical axis : Pivotable about vertical axis or axes : Single fixed axes :)

Patent 5016903: Vehicle suspension system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Suspension arrangement : Wheel separately supported upon individual stub axle (e.g., skein, spindle) : Lateral control arm (i.e., suspension arm) : Arm having plural segments or dissimilar materials)

Patent 5016904: Wheel suspension for vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Suspension arrangement : Pivotally mounted axle or axle assembly : Longitudinal pivot axis (i.e., rocking axle) : With rubber-type suspension)

Patent 5016905: Tandem axle vehicle suspension system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Equalized frame : Tandem axles : With walking beam : Crossed reaches)

Patent 5016906: Suspension adjustment
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Equalized frame : Tandem axles : With walking beam : With leaf-type suspension : Laterally, inwardly collapsing wheels)

Patent 5016907: Anti-rolling control system for automotive active suspension system
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Lateral vehicle disposition : Controlling lateral vehicle attitude (e.g., antiroll, antisway))

Patent 5016908: Method and apparatus for controlling shock absorbers
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Suspension stiffness for ride comfort (e.g., damping coefficient, spring rate) : Steering element responsive (e.g., steering angle, steering rate))

Patent 5016909: Automobile suspension system
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Lateral vehicle disposition : Controlling lateral vehicle attitude (e.g., antiroll, antisway))

Patent 5016910: Suspension cylinder control system for motor vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES : SUSPENSION MODIFICATION ENACTED DURING TRAVEL (I.E., ACTIVE SUSPENSION CONTROL) : Lateral and longitudinal vehicle attitude control (e.g., combinations of antidive, antipitch, antiroll, antisquat, antisway, antiyaw, riding, or suspension height) : Controlling lateral vehicle attitude (e.g., antiroll, antisway))

Patent 5016911: Automotive suspension system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Running gear : Suspension arrangement : Wheel separately supported upon individual stub axle (e.g., skein, spindle) : Vertically extending telescopic strut : Including stabilizer bar (e.g., sway bar))

Patent 5016912: Trailer suspension apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES : BODY ELEVATION OR TILT : Loading position : Toe)

Patent 5016913: Air bag in air bag equipment
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : With source of inflation fluid and flow control means thereof : With means to aspirate ambient air : Rack and pinion)

Patent 5016914: Vehicle occupant restraint system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Inflation fluid source : With means to diffuse inflation fluid)

Patent 5016915: Child restraint for use with a seat belt in an automobile
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BODY OR OCCUPANT RESTRAINT OR CONFINEMENT : Safety belt or harness; e.g., lap belt or shoulder harness : Belt or belt anchor covers : Having means to lock belt against further extension when in its occupant-restraining position)

Patent 5016916: Mechanism for adjusting the position of shoulder anchor
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Safety belt or harness (e.g., lap belt or shoulder harness) : Having adjustable anchor means : With confinement expansion regulating tether or strap)

Patent 5016917: Regimen calendar
(PRINTED MATTER : CALENDAR : Multiple book :)

Patent 5016918: Apparatus and method for transmitting a message
(PRINTED MATTER : METHOD : Multiple book)

Patent 5016919: Check and magnetic strip arrangement
(PRINTED MATTER : HAVING REVEALABLE CONCEALED INFORMATION, FRAUD PREVENTER OR DETECTOR, USE PREVENTER OR DETECTOR, OR IDENTIFIER : In incorporated magnetic material : Label)

Patent 5016920: Pipeline coupling
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH ASSEMBLY MEANS OR FEATURE : Particular tool-engaging means or with tool : Radially moved segmented threads (e.g., chuck type))

Patent 5016921: Durable blast joint with hydrostatic driver
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH ASSEMBLY MEANS OR FEATURE : Particular tool-engaging means or with tool : Radially moved segmented threads (e.g., chuck type))

Patent 5016922: Pipe couplings
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH MEANS BLOCKING RELEASE OF HOLDING MEANS : Longitudinal port)

Patent 5016923: Erosion resistant elbow conduit
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : ELBOW : With access opening : Including screw operated clamp)

Patent 5016924: Joint elbow assembly for wiring
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : ELBOW : With access opening : Including screw operated clamp)

Patent 5016925: Pipe coupling and method of forming
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PACKED : Flanged pipe : Lugged pipe, rotary engagement)

Patent 5016926: Latching mechanism
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Multiple : Sliding : Operating means : Rigid :)

Patent 5016927: Dogging device for panic exit device
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Emergency operating means : Multiple head)

Patent 5016928: Gate locking mechanism
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Rigid operating means)

Patent 5016929: Electromagnetic shear lock
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : MAGNETIC : Screw)

Patent 5016930: Balanced latch bolt keeper support system
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : KEEPERS : Portable)

Patent 5016931: Latching mechanism having a pre-adjusted load
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : KEEPERS : Adjustable : Pivoted or swinging)

Patent 5016932: Bumper with storage compartment
(VEHICLE FENDERS : BUFFER OR BUMPER TYPE : Having a storage compartment : Folding)

Patent 5016933: Automotive bumper and tailgate
(VEHICLE FENDERS : BUFFER OR BUMPER TYPE : Combined : Compartmented impact means)

Patent 5016934: Prefabricated inner roof lining for motor vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Having headliner or liner support : Foldable)

Patent 5016935: Collapsible cap for a pickup truck box
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Variable capacity of body : By changing height : Between seats)

Patent 5016936: Composite liner for motor vehicles
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Lining : Heat or sound insulating : At rear of seat)

Patent 5016937: Shield for a vehicle windshield
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Glare screen or visor : Mounted or detachably supported on dashboard, steering column, or windshield : Apertured)

Patent 5016938: Sun visor with extensible panel
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Glare screen or visor : Having foldable, extensible, or rollable body : Apertured)

Patent 5016939: Canvas top type sunroof structure for motor vehicle
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Roof panel movable to uncover passenger area (e.g., sun roof or moon roof) : Panel comprises hinged sections, or rollable or foldable material : Telescopic)

Patent 5016940: Seat reclining mechanism
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Mechanical operator tilts back fore and aft : Gear train : With set means horizontally spaced from pivot)

Patent 5016941: Structure of vehicle seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : BOTTOM OR BACK : Cushioned : Having a fixed cover : Bonded to cushioning material : Including a fixing means extending through cushioning material)

Patent 5016942: Anchor boring unit
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : HARD MATERIAL DISINTEGRATING MACHINES : With mine roof-supporting means : Planer-type cutter)

Patent 5016943: Milling device for cutting up road surfaces
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : CUTTER TOOTH OR TOOTH HEAD : Tooth mounted on helical head portion or head with helical conveying portion : Nontracking tooth arrangement)

Patent 5016944: Display hub cap apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : With wheel cover : With relatively rotatable element : Retained on wheel cover)

Patent 5016945: Arrangement for connecting and moving the plates of a caterpillar track of earth-moving machines
(WHEEL SUBSTITUTES FOR LAND VEHICLES : TRACKS OR TREADS : Separate transverse connector pin between treads : Including additional locking member for retaining link connectors (e.g., pin connectors) : Link or shoe structure, per se)

Patent 5016946: Modular storage container for diskettes
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SECTIONAL-UNIT TYPE : Knockdown : Show-case)

Patent 5016947: Cable carrying method and apparatus for modular computer cabinets and the like
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SECTIONAL-UNIT TYPE : Knockdown : Show-case)

Patent 5016948: Modular utility cart
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : MOVABLY MOUNTED CABINET HOUSING : Wheeled : Having sliding drawer : And exterior shelf : Having opening)

Patent 5016949: Swing door and door frame assembly
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : WITH MOVABLE COMPONENTS : With wiper or seal : Having exterior shelf)

Patent 5016950: Full-color zero-order suppressed diffraction optics diffusing screen/louver filter laminate
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Holograph on curved substrate)

Patent 5016951: Fiber optic diffraction grating maker
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using modulated or plural reference beams : Having nonplanar recording medium surface)

Patent 5016952: Cable closure including superabsorbent foam water blocking system and methods of using same
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH SPLICE (PERMANENT CONNECTION) : Optical fiber to a nonfiber optical device connector)

Patent 5016953: Reduction of noise in computer generated holograms
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : For synthetically generating a hologram : Having nonplanar recording medium surface)

Patent 5016954: Optical pickup and hologram therefor
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Holograph on curved substrate)

Patent 5016955: Holographic laser scanner motor
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Scanner : Flat rotating disk :)

Patent 5016956: Lighting panel for liquid crystal display
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : OPTICAL FIBER BUNDLE : Ribbon cable)

Patent 5016957: Photoelastic optical switch and optical systems employing the optical switch and a method of use thereof
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Switch (i.e., switching from one terminal to another, not modulation) : Diffraction grating (e.g., Bragg))

Patent 5016958: Optical switch having a phase change region therein
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Switch (i.e., switching from one terminal to another, not modulation) : Diffraction grating (e.g., Bragg))

Patent 5016959: Electro-optical component and method for making the same
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Switch (i.e., switching from one terminal to another, not modulation) : Diffraction grating (e.g., Bragg))

Patent 5016960: Hybrid optical Y-junction
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Switch (i.e., switching from one terminal to another, not modulation) : Diffraction grating (e.g., Bragg))

Patent 5016961: Optical apparatus for electrically inter-coupling rotating and stationary devices
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Movable coupler : Single pole single throw)

Patent 5016962: Method of repairing an optical fiber
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Plural (e.g., data bus) : Single pole single throw)

Patent 5016963: Fiber optic coupler and method of making same
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Input/output coupler : Lens : Mode strippers)

Patent 5016964: Optical fiber coupler with linear input
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : OPTICAL FIBER BUNDLE : Imaging (i.e., with coherent fiber structure and includes shaping, enhancing, and correcting) : With lens or mirror : With manipulator)

Patent 5016965: Optical package
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Input/output coupler : Lens : Spherical :)

Patent 5016966: Asymmetic optical fiber tap
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : HOLOGRAPHIC SYSTEM OR ELEMENT : Using a hologram as an optical element : Holograph on curved substrate)

Patent 5016967: Multi-core optical waveguide Bragg grating light redirecting arrangement
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Input/output coupler : Grating : Spherical)

Patent 5016968: Duplex optical fiber connector and cables terminated therewith
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH DISENGAGABLE MECHANICAL CONNECTOR : Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure : At or immediately surrounding an optical fiber end face : Fiber end held in ferrule : Fiber end held in ferrule)

Patent 5016969: Mechanism for nesting an optical fiber in an optical coupler and providing positive stop opening and closing positions for the coupler
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH OPTICAL COUPLER : Including physical deformation or movement of waveguide)

Patent 5016970: Ferrule for optical fiber transmitting linearly polarized light and optical fiber connector using this ferrule
(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 :)

Patent 5016971: Automated laser fusion system for high strength optical fiber splicing
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : WITH SPLICE (PERMANENT CONNECTION) : Fusion splicing : With housing)

Patent 5016972: Detachable multiple splicing connector for light waveguides
(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 5016973: Cable reinforcement for an optical fiber cable
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : OPTICAL TRANSMISSION CABLE : Tightly confined (i.e., fiber tightly held inside the outer sheath) : End-to-end (butt) coupling)

Patent 5016974: Spin initialization procedure
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : OPTICAL FIBER BUNDLE : Imaging (i.e., with coherent fiber structure and includes shaping, enhancing, and correcting) : With strength member)

Patent 5016975: Electronic endoscope provided with a sample-hold circuit
(OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES : OPTICAL FIBER BUNDLE : Imaging (i.e., with coherent fiber structure and includes shaping, enhancing, and correcting) : For fiber scope (endoscope) : Prestressed)

Patent 5016976: Modified compact 2f optical correlator
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : DIFFRACTION : Using Fourier transform spatial filtering : For correlation : Including a threaded member)

Patent 5016977: Optical lens for correcting astigmatism
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : DIFFRACTION : From grating : Including particular grating characteristic : Nonplanar grating substrate (e.g., concave) : With single transparent coating between spheres and atmosphere)

Patent 5016978: Magnetically controlled optical switch
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LIGHT CONTROL BY OPAQUE ELEMENT OR MEDIUM MOVABLE IN OR THROUGH LIGHT PATH : With rotating or pivoting element (e.g., scanning discs) : String or ribbon type)

Patent 5016979: Anti-glare inside rearview mirror assembly for motor vehicle
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : GLARE OR UNWANTED LIGHT REDUCTION : With mirror (e.g., mirror with glare screen, etc.) : Anti-glare mirror : Adjustable : With single transparent coating between spheres and atmosphere)

Patent 5016980: Systems for deviating and (optionally) converging radiation
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : PRISM (INCLUDING MOUNT) : With reflecting surface : Lens mounts)

Patent 5016981: Mask
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : ABSORPTION FILTER : Neutral or graded density : Laminated or layered mirror support)

Patent 5016982: Liquid crystal display having a capacitor for overvoltage protection
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR EXCITATION OF LIQUID CRYSTAL : Electrical excitation of liquid crystal (i.e., particular voltage pulses, AC vs. DC, threshold voltages, etc.) : With photoconductive layer (e.g., spatial light modulator(SLMs)))

Patent 5016983: Drive method of liquid crystal device
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : LIQUID CRYSTAL SYSTEM : Liquid crystal for recording or imaging on photosensitive medium :)

Patent 5016984: Liquid crystal motion picture projector with memory
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : LIQUID CRYSTAL SYSTEM : Projector including liquid crystal cell (s) : Video/motion picture projector :)

Patent 5016985: Infrared filter using cholesteric liquids
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : LIQUID CRYSTAL SYSTEM : Liquid crystal eyewear (glasses, goggles, etc.) : Plural light path projectors)

Patent 5016986: Display device having an improvement in insulating between conductors connected to electronic components
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Having significant detail of cell structure only : Particular nonoptical film or layer (e.g., adhesive layer, barrier layer) : Insulating layer : For parallel alignment)

Patent 5016987: Liquid crystal cell sealant assembly
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Having significant detail of cell structure only : Liquid crystal seal : Having connection detail to external circuit)

Patent 5016988: Liquid crystal display device with a birefringent compensator
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR STRUCTURE : Having significant detail of cell structure only : Polarizer : With particular non-zero angle between polarization axis and compensator optical axis : For supertwisted nematic liquid crystal)

Patent 5016989: Liquid crystal element with improved contrast and brightness
(LIQUID CRYSTAL CELLS, ELEMENTS AND SYSTEMS : PARTICULAR EXCITATION OF LIQUID CRYSTAL : Electrical excitation of liquid crystal (i.e., particular voltage pulses, AC vs. DC, threshold voltages, etc.) : Polarity based driving : With particular dielectric mirror for spatial light modulator (i.e., SLM))

Patent 5016990: Method of modulating an optical beam
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL MODULATOR : Light wave temporal modulation (e.g., frequency, amplitude, etc.) : Changing bulk optical parameter : Electro-optic : Etalon structure : Kerr cell)

Patent 5016991: Flexible, solid electrolyte useful in electrochromic devices
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : OPTICAL MODULATOR : Light wave temporal modulation (e.g., frequency, amplitude, etc.) : Changing bulk optical parameter : Electro-optic : Electrochromic : Kerr cell)

Patent 5016992: Method of and apparatus for the reading of magnetically stored information
(DYNAMIC INFORMATION STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL : STORAGE OR RETRIEVAL BY SIMULTANEOUS APPLICATION OF DIVERSE TYPES OF ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION : Radio)

Patent 5016993: Zoom mechanism for zoom lenses
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : With variable magnification (e.g., zoom type) : Adjusting mechanism : Motor driven : + - Arrangement)

Patent 5016994: Projection-lens system
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : LENS : Including a nonspherical surface : Adjusting mechanism)

Patent 5016995: Radiation gathering and focusing apparatus and devices
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : COMPOUND LENS SYSTEM : With curved reflective imaging element : Two or more in a series : Concave, convex combination : Adjusting input signal power)

Patent 5016996: Rearview mirror with operating condition display
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : With refracting surface)

Patent 5016997: Partially segmented deformable mirror
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Including specified control or retention of the shape of a mirror surface : Including a plurality of adjustable mirror supports : Roof or roof-angle)

Patent 5016998: Focus control system for stretched-membrane mirror module
(OPTICAL: SYSTEMS AND ELEMENTS : MIRROR : Including specified control or retention of the shape of a mirror surface : Membrane mirror in mechanical contact only at its edge : Roof or roof-angle)

Patent 5016999: Discrete lens eyeglasses
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Methods of use)

Patent 5017000: Multifocals using phase shifting
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Ophtahalmic lenses or blanks : Eye contact type : Multifocal : Spring between lens and strap)

Patent 5017001: Front lens for sunglasses
(OPTICS: EYE EXAMINING, VISION TESTING AND CORRECTING : SPECTACLES AND EYEGLASSES : Continuous rim mounting : With lens retaining or locking means : Fluid-filled or suction type)

Patent 5017002: Overhead projector
(OPTICS: IMAGE PROJECTORS : EPISCOPE (I.E., OPAQUE PROJECTOR) : Reflector between lamp and screen : Particular air ducts or deflector)

Patent 5017003: Automatic sorting ovoscope
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : EGG CANDLING : Photoelectric : Telescopic)

Patent 5017004: Multifunction electro-optical system test tool
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : LAMP BEAM DIRECTION OR PATTERN : With light attenuation)

Patent 5017005: Focal point detecting optical apparatus
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : LENS OR REFLECTIVE IMAGE FORMER TESTING : Focal length measuring : Including polarimeters)

Patent 5017006: Laser warning sensor
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : PHOTOMETERS : Photoelectric : With scanning, sweeping, or moving detector over film)

Patent 5017007: Apparatus and microbase for surface-enhanced raman spectroscopy system and method for producing same
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY DISPERSED LIGHT SPECTROSCOPY : With Raman type light scattering : With particular illumination means)

Patent 5017008: Particle measuring apparatus
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : FOR SIZE OF PARTICLES : By particle light scattering : Having adjustable color or bandwidth)

Patent 5017009: Scattered total internal reflectance immunoassay system
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY PARTICLE LIGHT SCATTERING : With photocell detection : Having adjustable color or bandwidth)

Patent 5017010: High sensitivity position sensor and method
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : Using fiber or waveguide interferometer : For distance or displacement measurement : By dithering (suspensions, drives, flexures))

Patent 5017011: Assembly and method for monitoring the alignment of a workpiece
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY LIGHT INTERFERENCE (E.G., INTERFEROMETER) : For dimensional measurement : For orientation or alignment : Between slider/disc (e.g., flying height))

Patent 5017012: Viewing system for surface profiler
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : SURFACE ROUGHNESS : With screen)

Patent 5017013: Method of determining the position of a reference point of a scanner relative to an incremental scale as well as a reference point
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : POSITION OR DISPLACEMENT : Position transverse to viewing axis : Having scale or grid : Scan)

Patent 5017014: Photographic printing exposure determining apparatus and film type data processing apparatus for photographic printer
(OPTICS: MEASURING AND TESTING : BY SHADE OR COLOR : Photography : For comparison with master or desired configuration)

Patent 5017015: Direct processing of polymer with pulverulent additives in injection moulding machines
(AGITATING : RUBBER OR HEAVY PLASTIC WORKING : Stirrer is through-pass screw conveyor : With additional stirrer element on screw conveyor : Ring or disk : Specified rotational mounting)

Patent 5017016: Method of processing asbestos chips and apparatus
(AGITATING : IN VACUUM CHAMBER : Recirculating from and to mixing chamber)

Patent 5017017: Stirring apparatus forming an accessory for selective stirring of the base colors on paint stirring machines
(AGITATING : STIRRER WITHIN STATIONARY MIXING CHAMBER : Mounted in removable mixing chamber closure : Rotatable stirrer : Axis fixed : Single stirrer : Motor driven : Electric motor :)

Patent 5017018: Clinical thermometer
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : In spaced noncontact relationship to specimen : By thermally emitted radiation : Optical system structure (e.g., lens) : By current modifying elements in circuit (e.g., bridge))

Patent 5017019: Radiation detector for differential biological temperature readings
(THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING : TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER) : In spaced noncontact relationship to specimen : By thermally emitted radiation : Ambient temperature compensated (e.g., dummy sensor) : With radiation conducting element)

Patent 5017021: Reclosable profile having improved closure members
(FLEXIBLE BAGS : WITH CLOSURE : Rib and groove : Having securing element designed to extend through aligned openings in bag material (e.g., stitching, etc.))

Patent 5017022: High temperature bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : With elongated strips or staves)

Patent 5017023: Asymmetrically stepped hydrostatic bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Fluid bearing : Radial : Central member recess)

Patent 5017024: Seal assembly
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : With specified seal : Relatively rotatable radially contacting : Resilient sliding surface material : Wick structure)

Patent 5017025: Bearing assembly for a shaft journal
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Assembling means : Elastomer or plastic)

Patent 5017026: Apparatus for automatically exchanging a passbook
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : FOR TYPING ON FLAT RECORD-MEDIUM OR AGAINST FLAT PLATEN : For typing on a book : Rotatable disc scriber)

Patent 5017027: Impact printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : SAFETY SWITCH OR CONDITION-RESPONSIVE-CUTOFF SWITCH FOR ELECTRICALLY POWERED TYPEWRITER : Delay by storage of next character to be imprinted)

Patent 5017028: Substrate clamping apparatus for a thermal printer
(TYPEWRITING MACHINES : FOR TYPING ON FLAT RECORD-MEDIUM OR AGAINST FLAT PLATEN : Work support (e.g, sheet or card holddown or guide, sheet-size platen, etc.) : Including disengagement of line-spacing mechanism)

 

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