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Patent 5177999: Microhardness tester
(MEASURING AND TESTING : HARDNESS : By penetrator or indentor : Impact type : Treadmill)
Patent 5178000: Cover
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Pressure derivative)
Patent 5178001: Ignition apparatus for an internal combustion engine
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Disparate tests under operating conditions : With continuous operation : By angular displacement of opposite ends of specimen)
Patent 5178002: Spectroscopy-based thrust sensor for high-speed gaseous flows
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Thrust measurement (e.g., jet engine) : With continuous operation)
Patent 5178003: Engine component test apparatus
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Testing auxiliary unit : With continuous operation)
Patent 5178004: Reflection type skin friction meter
(MEASURING AND TESTING : WIND TUNNEL: AERODYNAMIC WING AND PROPELLER STUDY : Tire inflation testing installation)
Patent 5178005: Sample sleeve with integral acoustic transducers
(MEASURING AND TESTING : BOREHOLE OR DRILLING (E.G., DRILL LOADING FACTOR, DRILLING RATE, RATE OF FLUID FLOW) : Formation logging (e.g., borehole studies of pressure derivatives or of pressure-temperature derivatives) : By a core sample analysis : By a core sample analysis)
Patent 5178006: Well velocity logging
(MEASURING AND TESTING : BOREHOLE OR DRILLING (E.G., DRILL LOADING FACTOR, DRILLING RATE, RATE OF FLUID FLOW) : Fluid flow measuring or fluid analysis : Rate of fluid flow : Downhole)
Patent 5178007: Automatic fiber bundle testing apparatus
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SHEET, WOVEN FABRIC OR FIBER : Pump test)
Patent 5178008: Method and apparatus for the qualitative assessment and classification of yarns during a yarn clearing process
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SHEET, WOVEN FABRIC OR FIBER : Filament : With recorder)
Patent 5178009: Integral temperature and liquid level sensor and control
(MEASURING AND TESTING : LIQUID LEVEL OR DEPTH GAUGE : With other measuring device : Thermometer : With oiling structure)
Patent 5178010: Continuous graphical display of barometric data
(MEASURING AND TESTING : BAROMETER (E.G., ALTIMETER) : Centrifugal weight type)
Patent 5178011: Method and apparatus for balancing successive rotary members
(MEASURING AND TESTING : ROTOR UNBALANCE : Dynamic (spinning) : With electrical sensor and indicator : Vaporization (e.g., evaporation, distillation, etc.))
Patent 5178012: Twisting actuator accelerometer
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPEED, VELOCITY, OR ACCELERATION : Response to multiple sensing means or motion conditions : Vibratory mass)
Patent 5178013: Impact sensor
(MEASURING AND TESTING : TESTING BY IMPACT OR SHOCK : Accelerated or decelerated specimen (e.g., propelled or dropped specimen support carriage) : By applying reciprocating or oscillating motion)
Patent 5178014: Rapid changeover ultrasonic tube inspection system for inspecting tubes of different diameters for flaws of different orientations
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VIBRATION : By mechanical waves : Beamed : Measuring or testing system having scanning means : By reflected wave : Of tubing, vessel, or cylindrical object : With selective endlock)
Patent 5178015: Silicon-on-silicon differential input sensors
(MEASURING AND TESTING : FLUID PRESSURE GAUGE : Diaphragm : Multiple and/or differential : With electrical readout : Capacitive : Including a flexure support)
Patent 5178016: Silicon pressure sensor chip with a shear element on a sculptured diaphragm
(MEASURING AND TESTING : FLUID PRESSURE GAUGE : Diaphragm : With electrical readout : Resistive : Strain gauge : Piezoresistive : Piezoresistive)
Patent 5178017: Test fixture for measuring stiffness in flexible materials
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPECIMEN STRESS OR STRAIN, OR TESTING BY STRESS OR STRAIN APPLICATION : By loading of specimen (e.g., strength of material test) : Bending, flexing, or folding : To failure)
Patent 5178018: System for measuring the time for a signal to pass between two spaced points in a fluid
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VOLUME OR RATE OF FLOW : By measuring vibrations or acoustic energy : Transit time of acoustic waves : Transmitted along single path : Movable sensor responsive to vortices)
Patent 5178019: Heated liquid sampling probe for an automated sampling apparatus
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : With heating or cooling : Quantity or rate of flow responsive)
Patent 5178020: Fiber sampler
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Capture device : Cutter, tearer, or scraper : Jaw : And transversely movable)
Patent 5178021: Fluid sample bags with internal spacing element
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Capture device : Receptacle type : Expansible chamber : With holder or connector)
Patent 5178022: Inertial filtration external dilution probe
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Analyzer supplier : Conduit)
Patent 5178023: Method and apparatus for sealing a packaging container overpressure valve
(MEASURING AND TESTING : TESTING OF APPARATUS : Capacity adjustable)
Patent 5178024: Metal bellows type sealed rotary transmission device
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : FLEXIBLE SEALING DIAPHRAGM ATTACHED TO MOVING ROD AND TO CASING : Intermediate ends of power transmitting line)
Patent 5178025: Tiltable lift seat devices
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY DRIVEN DEVICE ADJUSTABLE DURING OPERATION RELATIVE TO ITS SUPPORTING STRUCTURE : Reciprocating to or from oscillating : Lever and slide : Link connections : Curvilinear rack)
Patent 5178026: Damper device for motor
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Yieldability in gear trains : Governor control)
Patent 5178027: Supporting structure for output shaft of automotive automatic power transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Directly cooperating gears : Governor control)
Patent 5178028: Offset face gear transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Directly cooperating gears : Intersecting axes : External type)
Patent 5178029: Ball screw seal
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY DRIVEN DEVICE ADJUSTABLE DURING OPERATION RELATIVE TO ITS SUPPORTING STRUCTURE : Reciprocating or oscillating to or from alternating rotary : Including screw and nut : Contamination related : Shaft and nut driven)
Patent 5178030: Non-recirculating rotary ball actuator
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Directly cooperating gears : Spiral : Screw and nut : Rolling element engaging thread : Non-recirculating rolling elements : Captured sphere : Rolling element deflector)
Patent 5178031: Wrist for an industrial robot
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element : Control moves in two planes)
Patent 5178032: Robot wrist
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element : Control moves in two planes)
Patent 5178033: Bicycle gear display
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Hand operated : Flexible transmitter (e.g., Bowden cable) : Constant tension sustaining : Gear type)
Patent 5178034: Automatic adjust assembly with release pin
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Hand operated : Flexible transmitter (e.g., Bowden cable) : Specific cable connector or guide : Single rotatable lever (e.g., for bicycle brake or derailleur))
Patent 5178035: Bicycle headset
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Variable output force : Handles : Handle bars : Engine starter type)
Patent 5178036: Steering wheel
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Variable output force : Handles : Hand wheels : Handholds and grips)
Patent 5178037: Centering and fixing apparatus
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Cams : Follower : Timer devices)
Patent 5178038: Crankshaft balancing mechanism for a variable compression engine
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Pitmans and connecting rods : Counterbalanced : Weight type : Rotating : Releasable)
Patent 5178039: Modular transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Gear casings : Lubricated)
Patent 5178040: Tool turret for machine tools
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY MEMBER OR SHAFT INDEXING, E.G., TOOL OR WORK TURRET : Locking means : Sequential)
Patent 5178041: Control system for engines and automatic transmissions
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Diminution during transmission change : Initiation inhibited by sensed condition)
Patent 5178042: Manual speed selector of automatic vehicle transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Including fluid drive : Impeller-turbine-type : With clutch control : Speed responsive : Electrical : Duty ratio control)
Patent 5178043: Control valve assembly of traction drive transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid control of friction planetary gearing : Stepless ratio change controlled : Planet clutched to carrier)
Patent 5178044: Traction control upon start-up of automobile with continuously variable transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Continuously variable friction transmission : Controlled by engine map : Stopped at end of cycle)
Patent 5178045: Adaptor for screwing or unscrewing a thread connecting element
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Machine : Work engaging portion pivotally or rotatably connected to handle)
Patent 5178046: Screw fastening device
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Machine : Gear-operated : With motor : Parallel axis drive : With means for resiliently biasing jaw and/or toggle)
Patent 5178047: Reversible ratchet wrench
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Handle clutched to head : One-way detent drive, e.g., ratchet : Reversing : Single pawl : Single)
Patent 5178048: Magnetic fastener retainer
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Rigid jaws : Enclosed (e.g., socket) : Work-holding : Dust protectors)
Patent 5178049: Punching mechanism
(CUTTING : WITH PRODUCT HANDLING MEANS : Means to move, guide, or permit free fall or flight of product : Guide : Product-diverting conduit in or from hollow tool : Stripper encircles moving tool)
Patent 5178050: Die for use in fine press working
(CUTTING : MEANS TO DRIVE OR TO GUIDE TOOL : With simple rectilinear reciprocating motion only : Plural tools with same drive means : Plural distinct cutting edges on same support : Adjustable mechanical advantage)
Patent 5178051: Magnetic punch die retention for HTCC/LTCC fabrication
(CUTTING : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : Cutting couple type : Punching tool : Tool pair : By deformation)
Patent 5178052: Machine for cutting in items of elastic material
(CUTTING : BY ENDLESS BAND OR CHAIN KNIFE : With tool in-feed : Including means to permit arcuate in-feed motion : By reciprocating rigid support)
Patent 5178053: Electronic pilot positioner
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Electrical input and feedback signal means (459) : Rotated part)
Patent 5178054: Tandem type vacuum booster
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Follower type : Plural movable valve parts : One movable part unitary with working member : Torsion bar)
Patent 5178055: Vacuum booster
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Follower type : Plural movable valve parts : One movable part unitary with working member : Torsion bar)
Patent 5178056: Fluid driven working cylinder without a piston rod
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : SEALED OPENING IN LONGITUDINAL WALL OF CHAMBER FOR RECEIVING WORKING MEMBER PORTION : Fluid spring)
Patent 5178057: Apparatus for removing pulp from fruit
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : MEANS TO TREAT FOOD : By applying fluid : With cutting)
Patent 5178058: Filterpan ring for brewing prepackaged dry beverages
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : BEVERAGE : Infusors : Cartridge type : With additional liquid supply means)
Patent 5178059: Apparatus for preparing food products
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : With material pressing means (e.g., ham boilers) : Condensing or self basting)
Patent 5178060: Food processing vat with contoured bottom and mated agitator blade
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : MECHANICAL, FLUID OR HEAT TREATMENT OF DAIRY FOOD : With temperature or atmosphere modification : Puncturing injector)
Patent 5178061: Forage compaction apparatus with constant angle rotor
(PRESSES : COMPACTING ENSILAGE WITHIN SILO : Concurrently pressing spaced areas of lid)
Patent 5178062: Apparatus for compressing waste materials
(PRESSES : RECIPROCATING PRESS CONSTRUCTION : Fluid pressure actuation : Frame assembly detail : Particular valve feature)
Patent 5178063: Method and apparatus for automatic numbering of forms on a rotary printing press
(PRINTING : SELECTIVE OR PROGRESSIVE : Numbering : Rotary machines : Rotary)
Patent 5178064: Thermal regulator for a printing form laid about a printing form cylinder for anaqueous offset printing
(PRINTING : PLANOGRAPHIC : Processes)
Patent 5178065: Chambered doctor blade
(PRINTING : INTAGLIO : Wipers : Scraper : Web wiper)
Patent 5178066: Speed match ductor assembly
(PRINTING : INKERS : Roller : Rotary machine : Having fountain to supply ink to roller : Selective feed path of ink to roller : Circulating roller)
Patent 5178067: Special effects rubber stamp
(PRINTING : PRINTING MEMBERS : Stamp handles : Binding)
Patent 5178068: Print unit cylinder for rotary presses
(PRINTING : FLEXIBLE-SHEET-SECURING DEVICES : Work in rolling contact with printing plate)
Patent 5178069: Protective device for offset rotary printing machines
(PRINTING : PRESS PART OR ATTACHMENT : Anti-offset material application)
Patent 5178070: Apparatus and method for controlling print timing operations
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Position or alignment : Of print means : No operating mechanism)
Patent 5178071: Impression roller and method of preparation
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Electric or magnetic transfer : Of print medium)
Patent 5178072: Ground coil for magnetically levitated railway and method of producing the same
(RAILWAYS : MAGNETICALLY SUSPENDED CAR : Construction or composition of suspension elements : Integral metallic)
Patent 5178073: Open top tipping rail vehicle with side projection progressively engaging formations at dump site for rotating body 360 degrees and
(RAILWAY ROLLING STOCK : SPECIAL CAR BODIES : Dumping : Moving car dump : Actuated by means external to car : Integral U-yoke)
Patent 5178074: Railway gondola car
(RAILWAY ROLLING STOCK : CAR FRAMING AND STRUCTURE : Freight : Gondola : Cast)
Patent 5178075: Assembled pallet for forklift
(HORIZONTALLY SUPPORTED PLANAR SURFACES : INDUSTRIAL PLATFORM : Knockdown or setup : Means for receiving load holddown means)
Patent 5178076: Bio-mass burner construction
(FURNACES : WITH EXHAUST GAS TREATMENT MEANS : Afterburning means : By undergrate means)
Patent 5178077: Apparatus and method for the removal of higher and lower volatility organic contaminants from soil
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Burning pulverized fuel : Combustion product)
Patent 5178078: Process and apparatus for soil treatment
(PLANTING : LIQUID OR GAS SOIL TREATMENT : Rotating dibble injector : Implement carried supply)
Patent 5178079: Extruded pipe watering system
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : WATERING OR LIQUID FEED DEVICE : Feed bags)
Patent 5178080: Fabric position correcting device
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Pattern controlled or programmed : Positionable work carrier under electronic pattern or program control : Frames)
Patent 5178081: Metering device for sewing machines
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Elongated article : Differential feed of plural workpieces)
Patent 5178082: Blind stitch sewing machine
(SEWING : STITCH FORMING : Blind stitch : Work handling : Multiple looper)
Patent 5178083: Sewing machine
(SEWING : ELEMENTS : Starting or stopping : Electrically operated or controlled : Electrically operated)
Patent 5178084: Multiple needle chainstitch sewing machine
(SEWING : ELEMENTS : Thread cutting, severing or breaking : With thread wiping : Automatic control)
Patent 5178085: Wave cancellation multihull ship
(SHIPS : DISPLACEMENT-TYPE HULL (E.G., SPECIFIC AFTBODY) : Multiple hulls : Including a submerged hull (e.g., semisubmerged watercraft) : Vertically spaced from another submerged or semisubmerged hull : Expanding bladder)
Patent 5178086: High performance sail construction
(SHIPS : SAIL OR CONTROL MEANS THEREFOR : Specific sail structure or arrangement : Of laminate or composite construction : Having specific construction)
Patent 5178087: Mooring device
(SHIPS : MOORING DEVICE : Having ship-mounted turret : Safety release)
Patent 5178088: Amphibious vehicle
(MARINE PROPULSION : SELF-PROPELLED VEHICLE HAVING LAND AND WATER PROPULSION MEANS (E.G., AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE) : Operator powered drive for propulsion means : Motor driven screw propeller shaft)
Patent 5178089: Motor boat hydrofoil
(SHIPS : HULL OR HULL ADJUNCT EMPLOYING FLUID DYNAMIC FORCES TO DERIVE A LIFT OR ALTER TRIM, E.G., PLANING HULLS : Having hydrofoil : Movably mounted)
Patent 5178090: Underwater diving plane
(SHIPS : SUBMERSIBLE DEVICE : Diver assistance device : Screens and shields)
Patent 5178091: Product and method for detecting a low level of liquid in a liquid reservoir
(SIGNALS AND INDICATORS : INDICATORS : Methods : Float)
Patent 5178092: Brake adjustment indicator
(SIGNALS AND INDICATORS : INDICATORS : Element wear type : By heat)
Patent 5178093: Aquaculture system
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : AQUATIC ANIMAL CULTURING : Fish culturing : Fish enclosure - recirculating type : Sequential or stepwise tank array)
Patent 5178094: Method and apparatus for mass producing insects entomopathogens and entomoparasites
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : ENTOMOLOGICAL CULTURE DEVICE : Aquarium)
Patent 5178095: Milking system with positive pressure on thin liner
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : MILKERS : Teat compressor or cup : With pump between teat cups and receiver; e.g., milk pump)
Patent 5178096: Livestock handling/feeding apparatus and method
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : FEEDING DEVICE : Racks and troughs : And feature for excluding undesirable animal)
Patent 5178097: Head gate for calf chutes
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : ANIMAL CONTROLLING OR HANDLING (E.G., RESTRAINING, BREAKING, TRAINING, SORTING, CONVEYING, ETC.) : Head or neck stock : Dual pivoting head or neck gates : Pivoting about horizontal axis)
Patent 5178098: Dog grooming stand
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : ANIMAL CONTROLLING OR HANDLING (E.G., RESTRAINING, BREAKING, TRAINING, SORTING, CONVEYING, ETC.) : Platform (e.g., grooming table, etc.) : Having animal positioning restraint : Pivotally connected near bottom and vertical centerline of stanchion)
Patent 5178099: Filtering pet privy
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : WASTE TOILET OR RELATED DEVICE : Walled receptacle; e.g., litter box, etc., containing moisture absorbent material : Having means for separating waste from absorbent material : Collapsible)
Patent 5178100: Animal litter box
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : WASTE TOILET OR RELATED DEVICE : Walled receptacle; e.g., litter box, etc., containing moisture absorbent material : Having foldable or pivotable portion : Flaccid, liner-type separator)
Patent 5178101: Low NO.sub.x combustion process and system
(LIQUID HEATERS AND VAPORIZERS : MISCELLANEOUS : Catalyst :)
Patent 5178102: Heat exchanger for cooling superheated steam
(LIQUID HEATERS AND VAPORIZERS : HEAT TRANSMITTER : Drums and couplings)
Patent 5178103: Variable compression ratio piston
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ADJUSTABLE COMBUSTION CHAMBER : Piston varied by means in crankshaft, connecting rod or piston : Parallel to shaft cam track)
Patent 5178104: Two cycle diesel engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : TWO-CYCLE : Pump and cylinder inclined : Crankcase : Fuel to crankcase : Multiple swash plate drive)
Patent 5178105: Valve gear for internal combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : With means for varying timing : With manifold and distributor)
Patent 5178106: Valve timing control apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : With means for varying timing : Camshaft or cam characteristics : Antireverse protection)
Patent 5178107: Valve lifter
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : Lubrication : Tappet as conduit : Axially shiftable camshaft)
Patent 5178108: Camshaft drive for an automotive engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : Camshaft drive means : Positive rotation provided by internal means)
Patent 5178109: Heat-insulating engine with swirl chambers
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : PRECOMBUSTION AND MAIN COMBUSTION CHAMBERS IN SERIES : Having specific connecting passage means between precombustion and main combustion chambers : With valve means or variable orifice means in the passage : Multiple connecting passages)
Patent 5178110: Fuel injection device for internal combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : COMBUSTION CHAMBER MEANS HAVING FUEL INJECTION ONLY : Using multiple injectors or injections : Alternating multiple injectors (e.g., series injection) : Multiple connecting passages)
Patent 5178111: System for the closed-loop control of a positioning unit in a motor vehicle
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Having condition responsive means with engine being part of a closed feedback system (e.g., cruise control) : Electrical sensing or regulating : Engine speed sensing having an error signal producing circuit : Electric fuel injection pump governor : More than eight cylinder)
Patent 5178112: Throttle control apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Open loop condition responsive : Having an electrical device between input and speed regulator : Throttle position lock)
Patent 5178113: Adjuster for a throttle device of an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Open loop condition responsive : Having an electrical device between input and speed regulator : Throttle position lock)
Patent 5178114: Fuel rail end closure and electrical connector
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Fuel pump flow regulation : Nonsequential distributor : Common rail system : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)
Patent 5178115: Fuel rail assembly having self-contained electronics
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Injection nozzle mounting means : Specific fuel line mounting means)
Patent 5178116: Valve for metered admixing of volatilized fuel to the fuel/air mixture of an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Having fuel vapor recovery and storage system : Carburetor float bowl drain)
Patent 5178117: Evaporative fuel-purging control system for internal combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Having fuel vapor recovery and storage system : Having an adsorbent canister : Purge valve controlled by engine parameter : Having specific transducer)
Patent 5178118: Energy system for applying mixed hydrogen and gasoline to an engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Combined liquid and gaseous fuel : Screen or mat)
Patent 5178119: Combustion process and fuel supply system for engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Exhaust gas used with the combustible mixture (e.g., emission control Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve) : Exhaust gas cooled during recirculation : Fuel is heated to ignition temperature)
Patent 5178120: Direct current ignition system
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : HIGH TENSION IGNITION SYSTEM : Using capacitive storage and discharge for spark energy : Having a specific capacitor, ignition coil means, or switching element circuit path : Antireverse protection)
Patent 5178121: Air/fuel ratio control system for internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Including exhaust gas condition responsive means : Combined with engine condition responsive means : Engine fluid or engine component temperature responsive : Engine coolant temperature responsive)
Patent 5178122: Archery bow cable guard mount
(MECHANICAL GUNS AND PROJECTORS : SPRING : Bow : Compound bow : Having projectile supply)
Patent 5178123: Direction-control device for a tennis-ball shooter
(MECHANICAL GUNS AND PROJECTORS : PROJECTILE IMPELLED BY COACTING WHEELS : Guided projectile)
Patent 5178124: Plastic secondary heat exchanger apparatus for a high efficiency condensing furnace
(STOVES AND FURNACES : HOT-AIR FURNACES : Compressed air : Feeding attachments)
Patent 5178125: Multifunctional water boiling and steam warming device
(STOVES AND FURNACES : HOT-AIR FURNACES : Cooking : Ovens : Steam or hot water : Plural : Selective supply : Combined top, chimney and burner)
Patent 5178126: Adjustable barbeque grill
(STOVES AND FURNACES : HOT-AIR FURNACES : Cooking : Summer : Variable distance from heat source : Stove flue-connected)
Patent 5178127: Flare fitting to pump of oil burner for receiving blow out tool
(STOVES AND FURNACES : HOT-AIR FURNACES : Domestic-refuse burners)
Patent 5178128: Method and apparatus for clamping incinerator grate bars
(STOVES AND FURNACES : GRATES : Reciprocating : Alternate bar : Removing fuel support)
Patent 5178129: Method of producing bending device
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : Articulated segments : Pivotally connected : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)
Patent 5178130: Parent-and-son type endoscope system for making a synchronized field sequential system illumination
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With camera or solid state imager : Laser)
Patent 5178131: Waterproofed laryngoscope handle
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Having particular handle structure : Sterilizable : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)
Patent 5178132: Laryngoscope and method of inserting a tracheal tube
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Laryngoscope : Having particular blade structure : Specific design for intubation : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)
Patent 5178133: Laparoscopic retractor and sheath
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With protective sheath : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))
Patent 5178134: Ultrasonic treatment of animals
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)
Patent 5178135: Therapeutical apparatus of extracorporeal type
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Contact-free comminution of concretion : Hyperthermia)
Patent 5178136: Lithotripter including a safety device
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Contact-free comminution of concretion : Hyperthermia)
Patent 5178137: Segmented dynamic splint
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Hand and finger : Leg)
Patent 5178138: Drug delivery device
(SURGERY : LIQUID MEDICAMENT ATOMIZER OR SPRAYER : Pre-pressurized container holding medicament : Gas flow induced by expansion chamber device (e.g., piston/cylinder ram, squeeze bulb, etc.))
Patent 5178139: Absorbent pad and thermal pack
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Thermal material receptacle : Hand or foot)
Patent 5178140: Implantable medical devices employing capacitive control of high voltage switches
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Cardioverting/defibrillating :)
Patent 5178141: Liver function testing apparatus
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Visible light radiation : Cardiovascular testing : Associated with puncturing instrument)
Patent 5178142: Electromagnetic method and apparatus to measure constituents of human or animal tissue
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Infrared, visible light, or ultraviolet radiation directed on or through body or constituent released therefrom :)
Patent 5178143: Electrically conductive gel composition
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Structure of body-contacting electrode or electrode inserted in body : Electrode composition : Electrolyte containing : Having release sheet)
Patent 5178144: Assembly for dispensing tab electrodes
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Structure of body-contacting electrode or electrode inserted in body : Means for attaching electrode to body : Adhesive : Having release sheet : Internal)
Patent 5178145: Self retaining laryngeal surface electrode and method for independent identification of human recurrent laryngeal nerve
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Structure of body-contacting electrode or electrode inserted in body : Electrode placed in body : Electrode in artery or blood vessel : Anchored)
Patent 5178146: Grid and patient alignment system for use with MRI and other imaging modalities
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Magnetic resonance imaging or spectroscopy : Combined with therapeutic or diverse diagnostic device : Having release sheet)
Patent 5178147: Method and apparatus for elastographic measurement and imaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Using flexible catheter)
Patent 5178148: Method of automatically measuring the volume of a tumor or of a gland, in particular the prostate, a measuring device, and a method and
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : With therapeutic device : Catheter structure)
Patent 5178149: Transesophageal probe having simultaneous pacing and echocardiographic capability, and method of diagnosing heart disease using same
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)
Patent 5178150: Miniature ultrasound imaging probe
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Structure of transducer or probe assembly : Probe placed in vascular system or body orifice : With acoustical or display imaging : With volumetric measurement)
Patent 5178151: System for non-invasive detection of changes of cardiac volumes and aortic pulses
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Detecting respiratory condition)
Patent 5178152: Electronic sphygmomanometer
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessel : Force applied against skin to close blood vessel : Electric signal generated by sensing means responsive to pulse or Korotkoff sounds : Blood flow measurement)
Patent 5178153: Fluid flow sensing apparatus for in vivo and industrial applications employing novel differential optical fiber pressure sensors
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Measuring blood flow in body portion other than heart : Sensing means inserted in blood vessel : Entire testing assembly supported on wrist)
Patent 5178154: Impedance cardiograph and method of operation utilizing peak aligned ensemble averaging
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Cardiovascular : Heart : Blood output per beat or time interval : Signal display or recording)
Patent 5178155: Respiratory calorimeter with bidirectional flow monitors for calculating of oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Measuring metabolic rate by breath test : Detecting heart sound)
Patent 5178156: Apnea preventive stimulating device
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Respiratory : Thermistor-type transducer generating electric signal in response to breath flow : Detector responsive to movement induced variation in impedance of body to electric current)
Patent 5178157: Phlebotomy device and method of use thereof
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Liquid collection : Manually supported collector with rigid intake tube (e.g., a hollow needle, etc.) : Applying suction to sample)
Patent 5178158: Convertible guidewire-catheter with soft tip
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)
Patent 5178159: Torqueable guide wire assembly with electrical functions, male and female connectors rotatable with respect to one another
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Flexible catheter guide : Indicator)
Patent 5178160: Apparatus for the rehabilitation and measurement of musculoskeletal performances
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Body movement (e.g., head or hand tremor, motility of limb, etc.) : Means for controlling liquid flow)
Patent 5178161: Microelectronic interface
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical energy applicator : Thermal material receptacle)
Patent 5178162: Splash and spill resistant extremity irrigation and debridement surgical drape
(SURGERY : BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS) : Drapes : Intrauterine)
Patent 5178163: Support belt
(SURGERY : BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS) : Restrainers and immobilizers (e.g., strait jackets, etc.) : Body type (e.g., backboards) : Belt or strap : Vest or shirt type for upper torso)
Patent 5178164: Method for implanting a fiducial implant into a patient
(SURGERY : MISCELLANEOUS : Methods : Holding strap extending circumferentially of head or neck)
Patent 5178165: Smokers disposable mouthpiece
(TOBACCO : TOBACCO USERS' APPLIANCE : Device used for smoking : Supplemental or substitute air inlet : Spaced inner bowl)
Patent 5178166: Filter cigarette
(TOBACCO : SMOKE SEPARATOR OR TREATER : By adding constituent to smoke stream : Air : Match receptacle)
Patent 5178167: Carbonaceous composition for fuel elements of smoking articles and method of modifying the burning characteristics thereof
(TOBACCO : TOBACCO OR TOBACCO SUBSTITUTE PRODUCT OR COMPONENT PART THEREOF : Compositions, e.g., smoking or chewing mixture or medium : Tobacco substitute, i.e., nontobacco : Wrapper)
Patent 5178168: Hair grooming device
(TOILET : HAIR DEVICE : Comb : Including cosmetic applicator (e.g., mascara applier))
Patent 5178169: Device and method for selecting cosmetics
(TOILET : TEMPLATE OR MASK : Including cosmetic applicator)
Patent 5178170: Eyelash shield device and method
(TOILET : TEMPLATE OR MASK : Including cosmetic applicator)
Patent 5178171: Hydrocleaning of the exterior surface of a pipeline to remove coatings
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With movably or flexibly mounted spray or jet applying conduits or nozzles : With guiding means to restrict motion to rotation, to swinging, or to an annular closed or to a curved path : With motor therefor : Conduit cleaner)
Patent 5178172: Dishwasher lid
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With non-impelling fluid deflector or baffle other than conduits or nozzles : Movably mounted, adjustable or removable : With motor therefor)
Patent 5178173: Ultrasonic contact lens cleaning device
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With movable means to cause fluid motion (e.g., pump, splasher, agitator) : Movably mounted, adjustable or removable)
Patent 5178174: Silently smoothly operating automatic umbrella controlled by single push button
(TENT, CANOPY, UMBRELLA, OR CANE : UMBRELLA : Self-opening and closing : With independent stick)
Patent 5178175: Removable rain water collecting device for umbrellas
(TENT, CANOPY, UMBRELLA, OR CANE : UMBRELLA : Drip cups : Tip)
Patent 5178176: Slip-resistant crutch tip
(TENT, CANOPY, UMBRELLA, OR CANE : CANES, STICKS, CRUTCHES, AND WALKING AIDS : Tips : Yieldable material : Fluid)
Patent 5178177: Gas saving back pressure device
(FLUID HANDLING : PROCESSES : Involving pressure control : By fluid pressure)
Patent 5178178: Valve assembly
(FLUID HANDLING : SELF-PROPORTIONING OR CORRELATING SYSTEMS : Self-controlled branched flow systems : Plural inflows : One inflow supplements another : Control by depletion of source)
Patent 5178179: Pressure equalizing vessel for a hemodialysis concentrate
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH CLEANER, LUBRICATION ADDED TO FLUID OR LIQUID SEALING AT VALVE INTERFACE : Cleaning or steam sterilizing : With separate material addition : Valve manually seated)
Patent 5178180: Valve assembly
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH CLEANER, LUBRICATION ADDED TO FLUID OR LIQUID SEALING AT VALVE INTERFACE : Cleaning or steam sterilizing : Mechanical cleaning : Valve manually seated)
Patent 5178181: Fertilizer dispenser
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH HOLDER FOR SOLID, FLAKY OR PULVERIZED MATERIAL TO BE DISSOLVED OR ENTRAINED : With manifold or grouped outlets)
Patent 5178182: Valve system with removable fluid interface
(FLUID HANDLING : REMOVABLE VALVE HEAD AND SEAT UNIT : Barometric)
Patent 5178183: Compressor discharge valve
(FLUID HANDLING : LINE CONDITION CHANGE RESPONSIVE VALVES : Direct response valves (i.e., check valve type) : Pivoted valves : Annulus)
Patent 5178184: Pump valve apparatus
(FLUID HANDLING : LINE CONDITION CHANGE RESPONSIVE VALVES : Direct response valves (i.e., check valve type) : Reciprocating valves : Weight biased : Valve body is the weight : Ball valves : Removable cage : Sinking or bucket type float)
Patent 5178185: Suction inlet valve for fire truck pumpers
(FLUID HANDLING : LINE CONDITION CHANGE RESPONSIVE VALVES : Direct response valves (i.e., check valve type) : Reciprocating valves : Spring biased : Spring coaxial with valve : Valve stem extends through fixed spring abutment : Yoke or cage-type support for valve stem : Guide and closure integral unit)
Patent 5178186: Axial two-way valve-stopcock combination
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH INDICATOR, REGISTER, RECORDER, ALARM OR INSPECTION MEANS : Position or extent of motion indicator : Indicator element rigidly carried by the movable element whose position is indicated : Spring biased)
Patent 5178187: Valve position indicating apparatus
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH INDICATOR, REGISTER, RECORDER, ALARM OR INSPECTION MEANS : Position or extent of motion indicator : Indicator element rigidly carried by the movable element whose position is indicated : Spring biased)
Patent 5178188: Meter bypass swivel connector
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Multiple inlet with single outlet : With flow control : Valve in each inlet : Single actuator operates plural flow control means)
Patent 5178189: Rotary valve and a method of assembling the rotary valve
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Multi-way valve unit : Supply and exhaust : Rotary valve : Fluid motor)
Patent 5178190: Microvalve
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Multi-way valve unit : Supply and exhaust : Motor-operated : Electric)
Patent 5178191: Modular pneumatic control systems
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : With flow control means for branched passages : Sectional block structure : Spring bias)
Patent 5178192: Heddle to slide bar arrangement
(TEXTILES: WEAVING : WARP MANIPULATION : Shedding : Harnessing : Harnesses : Lingoes)
Patent 5178193: Manufacturing a long bias cloth from a circular loom by spiral cutting
(TEXTILES: WEAVING : FABRIC MANIPULATION : Replenishing)
Patent 5178194: Multiply connected air core coil winding apparatus
(WIREWORKING : ARTICLE MAKING OR FORMING : Forms and frames : Garment)
Patent 5178195: Apparatus for connecting at least two rods
(WIREWORKING : JOINING WIRE : Implements : Twisters : Revoluble head : Wire crossers)
Patent 5178196: Apparatus for filling and emptying containers
(FLUENT MATERIAL HANDLING, WITH RECEIVER OR RECEIVER COACTING MEANS : FLUENT CHARGE IMPELLED OR FLUID CURRENT CONVEYED INTO RECEIVER : With filling with gas)
Patent 5178197: Fuel dispensing nozzle
(FLUENT MATERIAL HANDLING, WITH RECEIVER OR RECEIVER COACTING MEANS : AUTOMATIC CONTROL OF FLOW CUTOFF OR DIVERSION : Level or overflow responsive : Manually initiated valve with both manual and level cut-off controls : Diverse controls for single valve : Float operated valve)
Patent 5178198: Handbag with replaceable handle
(PURSES, WALLETS, AND PROTECTIVE COVERS : PURSE OR HANDBAG TYPE : With handle or carrying strap : Removable element)
Patent 5178199: Bi-parting shutter system
(FLEXIBLE OR PORTABLE CLOSURE, PARTITION, OR PANEL : PLURAL AND/OR WITH RIGID CLOSURE : Endless)
Patent 5178200: Venetian-or pleated blinds, particularly for multiple pane insulating glass window
(FLEXIBLE OR PORTABLE CLOSURE, PARTITION, OR PANEL : PLURAL AND/OR WITH RIGID CLOSURE : Diverse types : With rigid closure : Plural strip, slat, or panel type : Connected to slidable rigid closure)
Patent 5178201: Method for producing an implant with an open-celled metal structure
(METAL FOUNDING : PROCESS : Shaping a forming surface (e.g., mold making, etc.) : Shaping fluent material to form mold : With destruction of pattern to disassociate : Lining mold surface)
Patent 5178202: Method and apparatus for casting engine block
(METAL FOUNDING : PROCESS : Shaping liquid metal against a forming surface : Composite article forming : Shaping metal and uniting to a preform : Positioning or maintaining position of preform relative to mold surface : Discrete contacting preforms)
Patent 5178203: Apparatus for the countergravity casting of metals
(METAL FOUNDING : INCLUDING MEANS TO DIRECTLY APPLY MAGNETIC FORCE TO WORK OR TO MANIPULATE OR HOLD SHAPING MEANS : By electromagnetic means : Having pressure changing means)
Patent 5178204: Method and apparatus for rheocasting
(METAL FOUNDING : PROCESS : Shaping liquid metal against a forming surface : Continuous or semicontinuous casting : Utilizing magnetic force : Applying electromagnetic stirring force to molten metal within mold or product : Inorganic material)
Patent 5178205: Strip casting method and apparatus
(METAL FOUNDING : PROCESS : Shaping liquid metal against a forming surface : Continuous or semicontinuous casting : Having continuously advancing shaping surface : Utilizing roll couple mold : Inorganic material)
Patent 5178206: Thermal storage control logic for storage heaters
(HEAT EXCHANGE : WITH TIMER, PROGRAMMER, TIME DELAY, OR CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Having heating and cooling capability : Control of heat storage : Space is within aircraft)
Patent 5178207: Plate heat exchanger with leakage detector
(HEAT EXCHANGE : WITH LEAKAGE COLLECTOR : Legs)
Patent 5178208: Multi-way quick action coupling device particularly for motor vehicle engine cooling circuits
(HEAT EXCHANGE : WITH REPAIR OR ASSEMBLY MEANS : Guide : Heat exchanging means projects into the covered chamber)
Patent 5178209: Condenser for automotive air conditioning systems
(HEAT EXCHANGE : WITH FIRST FLUID HOLDER OR COLLECTOR OPEN TO SECOND FLUID : Including means to move gaseous heat exchange material)
Patent 5178210: Vapor pump employing counterflow exchange between air and combustion products without an intermediate fluid
(HEAT EXCHANGE : WITH FIRST FLUID HOLDER OR COLLECTOR OPEN TO SECOND FLUID : Separate external discharge port for each fluid : Cooling electrical device)
Patent 5178211: Heat exchanger
(HEAT EXCHANGE : RADIATOR CORE TYPE : Deformed sheet forms passages between side-by-side tube means : With tube manifold : Verging gas flow)
Patent 5178212: Plate-type heat exchanger
(HEAT EXCHANGE : FLOW PASSAGES FOR TWO CONFINED FLUIDS : Interdigitated plural first and plural second fluid passages : Stacked plates or shells form interplate passages : Additional transverse baffle)
Patent 5178213: Automotive ram air system
(HEAT EXCHANGE : SIDE-BY-SIDE TUBULAR STRUCTURES OR TUBE SECTIONS : With manifold type header or header plate : Stacked plates or shells form interplate passages)
Patent 5178214: Restriction sub with deformable plastic sleeve
(WELLS : WITH BELOW AND ABOVE GROUND MODIFICATION : Head for tool, piston or cleaner (e.g., cement head) : With above ground (1) motor carried by casing or casing support or (2) well fluid pump)
Patent 5178215: Rotary blowout preventer adaptable for use with both kelly and overhead drive mechanisms
(WELLS : ABOVE GROUND APPARATUS : Central valve or closure and lateral port : Seal fixedly mounted to rod)
Patent 5178216: Wedge lock ring
(WELLS : PROCESSES : Destroying or dissolving well part : Operated by fluid pressure controlled above ground)
Patent 5178217: Gas foam for improved recovery from gas condensate reservoirs
(WELLS : PROCESSES : Distinct, separate injection and producing wells : Separating outside of well)
Patent 5178218: Method of sand consolidation with resin
(WELLS : PROCESSES : Separate steps of (1) cementing, plugging or consolidating and (2) fracturing or attacking formation : Composition of proppant)
Patent 5178219: Method and apparatus for performing a block squeeze cementing job
(WELLS : PROCESSES : Cementing, plugging or consolidating : Discharging cement from casing at different levels : Horizontal well)
Patent 5178220: Device for controlling the attitude of an implement drawn by an agricultural machine
(EARTH WORKING : AUTOMATIC POWER CONTROL : Draft responsive : Overload lift type :)
Patent 5178221: Core-gathering apparatus and a main conveyor belt drive roller structure for the apparatus
(EARTH WORKING : LAWN AERATOR OR PERFORATOR, OR PLUG REMOVER : Earth removing : With fixed cutter or furrower)
Patent 5178222: Drill bit having enhanced stability
(BORING OR PENETRATING THE EARTH : BIT OR BIT ELEMENT : Nonsymmetrical bit : Impact type)
Patent 5178223: Device for making a hole in the ground
(BORING OR PENETRATING THE EARTH : MISCELLANEOUS (E.G., EARTH-BORING NOZZLE) : Specific or diverse material)
Patent 5178224: Sensor processor for high-speed mail-handling machine
(WEIGHING SCALES : COMPUTER : Electrical : Digital : Multiplying or dividing scales : Price :)
Patent 5178225: Loader machine
(WEIGHING SCALES : WITH CONVEYING MEANS HANDLING SUCCESSIVE RECEIVERS : Coin size)
Patent 5178226: Load measuring system for refuse trucks
(WEIGHING SCALES : STRUCTURAL INSTALLATION : Vehicle : Unitary load transferrer and weigher : With indicator disconnect means)
Patent 5178227: Weighing system, particularly a maritime weighing system
(WEIGHING SCALES : WITH WEIGHER LOADING OR UNLOADING MEANS : Furniture or room fixture)
Patent 5178228: Scale for determining the weight of an item within a predetermined time
(WEIGHING SCALES : SHOCK ABSORBER, DAMPER : Electrical or magnetic : Lens)
Patent 5178229: Control apparatus for vehicles with differential speed steering
(MOTOR VEHICLES : STEERING BY DRIVING : Independently operable drive motors : Interlocked)
Patent 5178230: Engine mounting system
(MOTOR VEHICLES : WITH MEANS FOR (1) PROTECTING MOTOR FROM IMPACT OF COLLISION, (2) UTILIZING MASS OF MOTOR TO ABSORB FORCE THEREOF, OR (3) PROTECTING OCCUPANT REGION OF VEHICLE FROM IMPACT-INDUCED SHIFTING OF MOTOR : Spring mounted on axle)
Patent 5178231: Differential control system for four-wheel drive vehicle
(MOTOR VEHICLES : HAVING FOUR WHEELS DRIVEN : With differential means for driving two wheel sets at dissimilar speeds : And assemblies for each of two wheels at other end, also)
Patent 5178232: Cutting machine having lubricant reservoir within the housing
(LUBRICATION : SYSTEMS : Machine tools : With valve lubrication)
Patent 5178233: Continuous lubrication method and apparatus
(LUBRICATION : LUBRICATORS : Piston-rod lubricators : Pumps : Spring-operated : Spring return)
Patent 5178234: Checkout apparatus
(MERCHANDISING : CUSTOMER SERVICE : Store service : Checkout counter : With means enabling price reading : Overhead)
Patent 5178235: Modular brakes and clutches
(BRAKES : VEHICLE : Hub or disk : Motor vehicle : Disc brakes :)
Patent 5178236: Reaction force type disk brake
(BRAKES : ROD : Axially movable brake element or housing therefor : Retainer for brake element : Including actuator slidable in plane parallel to axis of rotation of wheel : On axially extending pin : Plural pins :)
Patent 5178237: Power-assisted parking brake for vehicles
(BRAKES : FRICTIONAL VIBRATION DAMPER : Multiple : Vehicle : Plural systems : Tortuous path orifice)
Patent 5178238: Hydrostatic braking power converter
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Using a rotary-type fluid damper : Driving relatively moving element which causes flow of brake fluid : Comprising rectilinearly reciprocating piston : Adjusting the tension via (a) compressing or expanding or (b) different strength springs)
Patent 5178239: Shock absorber
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Having a thrust member with a variable volume chamber (e.g., coaxial or telescoping tubes, compensating reservoir) : With valve controlling fluid flow between chambers or compartments of the chamber : With reservoir for fluid : Annular reservoir : Causes direct, simultaneous adjustment of plural shoes)
Patent 5178240: Adjustable double-acting damper
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Having a thrust member with a variable volume chamber (e.g., coaxial or telescoping tubes, compensating reservoir) : With valve controlling fluid flow between chambers or compartments of the chamber : With reservoir for fluid : Annular reservoir : Causes direct, simultaneous adjustment of plural shoes)
Patent 5178241: Hydraulic damper and elastic-return strut comprising such a damper
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Having a thrust member with a variable volume chamber (e.g., coaxial or telescoping tubes, compensating reservoir) : Fluid through or around piston within chamber : Via fixed or variable orifice in piston : Annular reservoir)
Patent 5178242: Hydraulic damper
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Resistance alters relative to direction of thrust member (e.g., high resistance in one direction, low in the other) : Via valved orifice in thrust member : Manually adjustable)
Patent 5178243: Hydraulic damper
(BRAKES : INTERNAL-RESISTANCE MOTION RETARDER : Including seal or guide : Between piston rod and cylinder : Via fixed or variable orifice in piston)
Patent 5178244: Luggage with unitarily pivoting front wheel assembly
(TRUNKS AND HAND-CARRIED LUGGAGE : SUPPORTING DEVICES : Wheeled : Tray type)
Patent 5178245: Suitcase construction including removable loop frames
(TRUNKS AND HAND-CARRIED LUGGAGE : HAND LUGGAGE (SUITCASE, BRIEFCASE, ETC.) : Knockdown or collapsible : Telescoping sections)
Patent 5178246: Utility component briefcase
(TRUNKS AND HAND-CARRIED LUGGAGE : HAND LUGGAGE (SUITCASE, BRIEFCASE, ETC.) : Compartmented : Telescoping sections)
Patent 5178247: Raceway for supporting and guiding a power chain
(ELECTRICITY: TRANSMISSION TO VEHICLES : FLEXIBLE EXTENSIONS : Chain protectors : Motor-operated)
Patent 5178248: Coupling assembly
(CLUTCHES AND POWER-STOP CONTROL : CLUTCH AND BRAKE : Fluid operator : Coil spring type)
Patent 5178249: Rotary coupling for torque transmission
(CLUTCHES AND POWER-STOP CONTROL : CLUTCHES : Automatic : Manual control : Pilot mechanism : Coil)
Patent 5178250: Roller synchro mechanism
(CLUTCHES AND POWER-STOP CONTROL : CLUTCHES : Automatic : Manual control : Transversely moving : Ball or roller : Solenoid operated lock)
Patent 5178251: Miniature vehicle drive train protection assembly
(CLUTCHES AND POWER-STOP CONTROL : CLUTCHES : Plural clutch-assemblage : Diverse clutch-assemblages : Sprags)
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