Patents 5018301 - 5018555

 

 

Patent 5018301: Method of cultivating mushrooms
(PLANT HUSBANDRY : MUSHROOM CULTURE : Individual support)

Patent 5018302: Burglar bar safety latch assembly
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH PROTECTIVE GRILLE OR SAFETY GUARD : Moves relative to primary closure : Swinging handle actuator)

Patent 5018303: Automatic door operating system
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : OPERATOR INTERRELATED WITH CLOSURE LATCH RELEASE : Motor driven : Spring return)

Patent 5018304: Door operator
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH OPERATOR FOR MOVABLY MOUNTED CLOSURE : Operating lever or link and closure swing about parallel axes : Motor-driven lever : Worm drive)

Patent 5018305: Window regulator apparatus
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH OPERATOR FOR MOVABLY MOUNTED CLOSURE : Drive within closure housing : Lever end slide engages guide on closure)

Patent 5018306: Bearing device for sliding leaf of doors, windows or the like
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : WITH MEANS MOUNTING CLOSURE FOR RECIPROCATION : Revolving guide component; e.g., roller or gear : Slide or guide with transverse restrainer)

Patent 5018307: Self-draining threshold for an out-swinging door
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : THRESHOLD : With drain or vent : Closure carried)

Patent 5018308: Belt weatherstrip for automotive vehicle
(MOVABLE OR REMOVABLE CLOSURES : CLOSURE SEAL; E.G., STRIKER GASKET OR WEATHERSTRIP : U-shaped member or portion mounts seal : Closure carried)

Patent 5018309: Universal grinder
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : Drawing reel)

Patent 5018310: Knife sharpener
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary cylinder : One-way work traverse : Opposed abrading tools : Blade sharpener : Turret)

Patent 5018311: Magnetic disk burnishing method and apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Endless band tool : Opposed endless band abrading tools : Roller work feed)

Patent 5018312: Deflashing apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Tumbling device : Drum : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5018313: Roundness processing device of a slipper surface of a rocker arm
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 5018314: Sander
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Orbital motion tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 5018315: Apparatus for holding and storing sharpening stones
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Stationary : Having oiler or moistener : Detachable)

Patent 5018316: Polishing fixture for optical fiber of push-pull connector
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Rotary tool supporter)

Patent 5018317: Abrasive water jet cutting apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Sandblast nozzle structure : Multiple hopper)

Patent 5018318: Apparatus for surface treatment of workpieces
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having moving work holder : Adjunct)

Patent 5018319: Pneumatic tube selector mechanism
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having particle recovery means : And centrifugal particle propulsion means)

Patent 5018320: Stripper assembly for combustion chambers of turbine or jet engines
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having moving work holder : Rotary : Drill)

Patent 5018321: Subterranean well welding habitat
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SHAPED OR STRENGTHENED BY FLUID PRESSURE : Including ingress/egress provision : For sealing a closure panel)

Patent 5018322: Electrically-operated folding stage system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WITH STADIUM OR AUDITORIUM FEATURE : Movable stage : Comprising strandlike element)

Patent 5018323: Wall panel system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INCLUDING COMPONENT (E.G., WALL) DESIGNED TO RECEIVE A DISPARATE ARTICLE HAVING DISPARATE ARTICLE MOUNTED THERETO : Component having specific attachment for an article comprising a horizontal, planar surface (e.g., shelf, bed) : With top covering)

Patent 5018324: Swimming pool wall
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SPECIFIED TERRANEAN RELATIONSHIP : Open top, embedded container, tank, or reservoir : Divided terrane)

Patent 5018325: System and method for shielding the periphery of a framework of a building opening adjacent a building surface
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : FRAMING TO RECEIVE DOOR, DOORJAMB, OR WINDOW SASH : Architrave; i.e., finish strip on floor, ceiling, or wall opening : Integral tread and riser)

Patent 5018326: Building system
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : MULTIROOM OR LEVEL : Curtain-wall; i.e., panel attached outside floor or beam : Homogenous design (e.g., all metal))

Patent 5018327: Prefabricated plate elements for the construction of insulating chambers
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INTERSECTION OF WALL TO FLOOR, CEILING, ROOF, OR ANOTHER WALL (I.E., TWO-WAY CORNER CONSTRUCTION) : Sustainer coextensive with junction of panels or modules : Exposed sustainer : Wall, ceiling, or floor section designed to receive corner connector : Diverse side and top panels)

Patent 5018328: Multi-compartment vacuum insulation panels
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : INSULATING INSERT; E.G., FILLER IN CAVITY IN PRECONSTRUCTED OR CAST STRUCTURE : Enveloped-type filler : Self-contained insulating unit : Bricks or blocks designed to receive separator)

Patent 5018329: Attachment of roofing washer with heat-sealed screw-washer assemblage
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : DISPARATE SHEET LAMINA BETWEEN EXPOSED SURFACES OF WALL, FLOOR, OR ROOF (E.G., VAPOR BARRIER, WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE) : Tie crossing dividing lamina : Insulation defines air enclosing cell or compartment)

Patent 5018330: Door light
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : SECTIONED IMPERFORATE FACING WITHIN PERPHERAL FRAME; E.G., PLURAL PANEL DOOR : Attached filament or mesh)

Patent 5018331: Wall repair method and device
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : WITH MEANS FOR SPLIT-PREVENTION OR DAMAGED PART REPAIR : Discrete dissimilar tie between stonelike components)

Patent 5018332: Grating
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : OPENWORK; E.G., TRUSS, TRELLIS, GRILLE, SCREEN, FRAME, OR REBAR CHAIR : Fabric or lattice; e.g., indeterminate grating : Intersecting strips or strands : Face-to-face slats, edges coplanar : Metal sash or frame)

Patent 5018333: Elastomeric weather seal flashing and method of manufacture
(STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) : PROCESSES : Sealing : Support)

Patent 5018334: Carton loading machine having load accumulator
(PACKAGE MAKING : GROUP FORMING OF CONTENTS UNIT AND SUBSEQUENT OR FURTHER PACKAGING : Formed in vertically spaced ways and simultaneously removed : Hopper with multiple channeled outlet)

Patent 5018335: Capsule charging apparatus
(PACKAGE MAKING : MEANS TO FILL AND CLOSE PREFORMED RECEPTACLE : With separate closure : Plural axes)

Patent 5018336: System and process for producing or treating cylindrical articles and apparatus employable therein
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : With contents treating : Cutting : Flexible preform cover (e.g., bags, pouches))

Patent 5018337: Use of reactive hot melt adhesive for packaging applications
(PACKAGE MAKING : METHODS : Forming or partial forming a receptacle and subsequent filling : Opening or setting up collapsed, preformed receptacle : Box, carton : By simultaneously conveying and compressing)

Patent 5018338: Sliced food handling device
(PACKAGE MAKING : GROUP FORMING OF CONTENTS UNIT AND SUBSEQUENT OR FURTHER PACKAGING : Layer, stack, or column : Assembling, gathering, and stacking coins or similar disclike articles : Insert or separating sheet)

Patent 5018339: Apparatus for shrink-wrapping palletized goods
(PACKAGE MAKING : APPARATUS FOR CONTRACTION OF COVER BY STRETCHING OR SHRINKING : By heat shrinking : Plural webs)

Patent 5018340: Sports saddle
(HARNESS FOR WORKING ANIMAL : RIDING SADDLE : Specific material : Pneumatic)

Patent 5018341: Molded saddle pad with encapsulated layers
(HARNESS FOR WORKING ANIMAL : PADS : Back : Pneumatic)

Patent 5018342: Method for shear bar adjustment in a forage harvester
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : With randomly-operative control of motor (e.g., for starting or stopping motor) : With foreign object detection (e.g., stone, nail))

Patent 5018343: Cotton picker spindle lubrication apparatus, method and lubrication cartridge therefore
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : With means for reconditioning cutter or picker : By clutch-assemblage)

Patent 5018344: Lawn mower with blower unit
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : Including driven air-blower unit : For discharging crop from harvester : To suction head)

Patent 5018345: Crop harvester having angular draft tongue for accommodating sharp turns
(HARVESTERS : MOTORIZED HARVESTER : Including motorized vehicle causing transit of harvester : With hitch permitting movement of harvester relative to vehicle : With thresher or crop-separator unit)

Patent 5018346: Mowed grass container for mowing machine
(HARVESTERS : CUTTING AND CATCHING : Catchers : Catchers)

Patent 5018347: Lawn mower blade replacement cutting edge apparatus
(HARVESTERS : CUTTING : Cutter members : Rotating cutting disk : With tension adjustment)

Patent 5018348: Method for detecting the condition of catalytic converters
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Methods : Anti-pollution : Motive fluid is vaporized liquid)

Patent 5018349: Exhaust efficiency increasing apparatus
(POWER PLANTS : INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH TREATMENT OR HANDLING OF EXHAUST GAS : Pulsed, timed, tuned or resonating exhaust : Correlated exhausts from plural cylinders : Exhaust actuated air aspirator)

Patent 5018350: Long stroke deep well pumping unit
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Cyclically operable reciprocating or oscillating motor or output stroke device : Impeller or turbine integral with unit housing)

Patent 5018351: Hydromechanical drive
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Condition responsive control of pump or motor displacement : By means sensing rotational speed of output motor : Condition or direction responsive device)

Patent 5018352: Modular prefilled hydraulic control apparatus
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Pulsator : Including interstage reheat means)

Patent 5018353: Center compensating master cylinder
(POWER PLANTS : PRESSURE FLUID SOURCE AND MOTOR : Pulsator : Master piston of one pulsator circuit drives master piston of a parallel circuit through a resilient, fluid or lost motion connection : Power fluid also fed into a separate expansible chamber directly driving output means)

Patent 5018354: Auxiliary combustion chambers for supercharged internal combustion engines and internal combustion engines equipped with such a chamber
(POWER PLANTS : FLUID MOTOR MEANS DRIVEN BY WASTE HEAT OR BY EXHAUST ENERGY FROM INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE : With supercharging means for engine : Supercharging means driven by engine exhaust actuated motor : With means to provide additional motive fluid for motor : Including injecting modifying fluid)

Patent 5018355: Method and apparatus for periodic chemical cleanings of turbines
(POWER PLANTS : MOTIVE FLUID ENERGIZED BY EXTERNALLY APPLIED HEAT : Process of power production or system operation : Including start up, shut down, cleaning, protective or maintenance procedure : Gaseous)

Patent 5018356: Temperature control of a steam turbine steam to minimize thermal stresses
(POWER PLANTS : MOTIVE FLUID ENERGIZED BY EXTERNALLY APPLIED HEAT : Process of power production or system operation : Including start up, shut down, cleaning, protective or maintenance procedure : Gaseous)

Patent 5018357: Temperature control system for a cryogenic refrigeration
(REFRIGERATION : GAS COMPRESSION, HEAT REGENERATION AND EXPANSION, E.G., STIRLING CYCLE : Thermoelectric; e.g., peltier effect)

Patent 5018358: Cryogen delivery apparatus
(REFRIGERATION : STORAGE OF SOLIDIFIED OR LIQUIFIED GAS (E.G., CRYOGEN) : With vapor discharged from storage receptacle : Sorbing into capillary material)

Patent 5018359: Cryogenic refrigeration apparatus
(REFRIGERATION : STORAGE OF SOLIDIFIED OR LIQUIFIED GAS (E.G., CRYOGEN) : Including cryostat : Specific conduit, valve, or coupling structure)

Patent 5018360: Frosted sculpture method and apparatus
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Congealing flowable material, e.g., ice making : Diverse sequential temperatures, e.g., precooling)

Patent 5018361: Method and apparatus for disposal and reprocessing of environmentally hazardous substances from refrigeration systems
(REFRIGERATION : PROCESSES : Separating or preventing formation of undesirables : By utilizing fluid strange to system)

Patent 5018362: Apparatus for controlling automotive air conditioner
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Responsive to vehicle body motion or traction : External cooled material)

Patent 5018363: Apparatus for preparing ice creams
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : By congealed removable product condition : Electrical generator)

Patent 5018364: Internal air damper for a combination refrigerator-freezer
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Of external fluid or means : Air controller or director : Damper between storage compartments : Sequential)

Patent 5018365: Earring device
(JEWELRY : HAVING DIRECT BODY ATTACHMENT : With retainer)

Patent 5018366: Control circuit unit for a variable capacity compressor incorporating a solenoid-operated capacity control valve
(REFRIGERATION : AUTOMATIC CONTROL : Refrigeration producer : Compressor or its drive controlled : By variable compressor output, e.g., unloading, staging, etc. : By conducted evaporator temperature)

Patent 5018367: Cooling energy generator with cooling energy accumulator
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : Sorbent type : Means for discharging impurity from system)

Patent 5018368: Multi-staged desiccant refrigeration device
(REFRIGERATION : REFRIGERATION PRODUCER : Sorbent type : Absorber-still, e.g., intermittent : With solid sorbent : With lubricant heating means)

Patent 5018369: Device for activating knitting cams in circular knitting machines
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : INDEPENDENT-NEEDLE MACHINES : Circular : Laterally displaceable needle : Special stitch : Narrowing and widening)

Patent 5018370: Central stitch controlling apparatus for circular knitting machine
(TEXTILES: KNITTING : INDEPENDENT-NEEDLE MACHINES : Circular : Stitch-length variation : Axial cylinder adjustment : Needle-actuated pickers)

Patent 5018371: Tunnel finisher
(TEXTILES: FLUID TREATING APPARATUS : MACHINES : With gas, steam or mist treating : In chamber : With fabric carrying cylinder)

Patent 5018372: Filter for automatic washing machine
(TEXTILES: FLUID TREATING APPARATUS : MACHINES : Combined : With solvent recovery : Using filter : With temperature modification)

Patent 5018373: Sliding door lock
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For closures : Door : Sliding door : Projecting or extending bolt : Extensible)

Patent 5018374: Bicycle lock
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For cycles : Bolt, nut, stud, stud-cap)

Patent 5018375: Lockset having electric means for disabling and enabling the outer handle
(LOCKS : SPECIAL APPLICATION : For closures : Door : Swinging door : Locking latch bolts, biased : Spring projected : Manually operable : Directly acting dog for exterior, manual, bolt manipulator : Exterior manipulator declutched from bolt when dogged :)

Patent 5018376: High security axial pin tumbler lock
(LOCKS : OPERATING MECHANISM : Key : Single key : Tumbler type : Cylinder type : Rotary plug : Sliding tumblers : Spindle operator)

Patent 5018377: Hot rolling of metal strip
(METAL DEFORMING : WITH USE OF CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Metal deforming by use of roller or roller-like tool element : Sensing work or product (e.g., by X-ray) : Including plural sensors or sensor responsive to plural conditions : Sensing slack or tension (e.g., by use of dancer) : By sensing hydraulic pressure applied to roll)

Patent 5018378: Mold making
(METAL DEFORMING : BY PULLING WORKPIECE THROUGH CLOSED PERIPHERY DIE (E.G., ROD-, TUBE-, OR WIRE-DRAWING) : Utilizing plural metal-deforming tools : Including a mandrel inserted within a hollow workpiece : Single element ("impact extrusion" type))

Patent 5018379: Apparatus and method for crimping end of can body
(METAL DEFORMING : BY USE OF CLOSED-DIE AND COACTING WORK-FORCER (E.G., PUSH-DRAWING) : Forcing work into or within closed die; e.g., forging : By two or more coacting tools movable relative to closed die; e.g., tool complex : One tool telescoping into closed die : With tools converging to form annular surface; e.g., segments of closed die)

Patent 5018380: Dielectric sensors
(MEASURING AND TESTING : GAS ANALYSIS : Particular separator)

Patent 5018381: Apparatus for checking air leaks in vehicle tire rims
(MEASURING AND TESTING : WITH FLUID PRESSURE : Leakage : With immersion : With defective article discard)

Patent 5018382: Apparatus for measurement and calculation of moment of inertia
(MEASURING AND TESTING : CENTER OF GRAVITY; TURNING MOMENT; METACENTRIC HEIGHT : Dynamic : Torsional oscillation : Vaporization (e.g., evaporation, distillation, etc.))

Patent 5018383: Failure diagnostic apparatus in an engine air intake system
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Testing auxiliary unit : With continuous operation)

Patent 5018384: Rotational speed detector
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Testing auxiliary unit : With continuous operation)

Patent 5018385: I.C. engine airflow meter having speed-based automatic gain control
(MEASURING AND TESTING : MOTOR AND ENGINE TESTING : Testing auxiliary unit : Intake air flow : By angular displacement of opposite ends of specimen)

Patent 5018386: Method for testing pressurized water systems
(MEASURING AND TESTING : BLOWER, PUMP, AND HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT : Filament)

Patent 5018387: Cryogenic liquid level measuring apparatus
(MEASURING AND TESTING : LIQUID LEVEL OR DEPTH GAUGE : Thermal type : Thermometer)

Patent 5018388: Pressure sensor for infusion conduits
(MEASURING AND TESTING : FLUID PRESSURE GAUGE : Diaphragm : Expansible conduit : Electromagnetic)

Patent 5018389: Rock-stress measuring method
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPECIMEN STRESS OR STRAIN, OR TESTING BY STRESS OR STRAIN APPLICATION : Earth stresses : Strain multiplier)

Patent 5018390: Method and apparatus for monitoring the tension and quality of an advancing yarn
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SPECIMEN STRESS OR STRAIN, OR TESTING BY STRESS OR STRAIN APPLICATION : By loading of specimen (e.g., strength of material test) : Tensile : Strand or chain test : Shear)

Patent 5018391: Inductive flow meter
(MEASURING AND TESTING : VOLUME OR RATE OF FLOW : By measuring electrical or magnetic properties : Electromagnetic induction (e.g., Faraday type) : With detecting electrodes : Including electrically interconnected or synchronized input and output circuit : Selective or periodic sampling : Closed loop (e.g., ring or tube))

Patent 5018392: Method and system for zero-resetting of a torque-measuring device, especially on a cycle or like vehicle
(MEASURING AND TESTING : DYNAMOMETERS : Responsive to torque : During transmission to an external load : Having magnetic or electromagnetic brake means)

Patent 5018393: Device for determining torque transmitted in a shaft
(MEASURING AND TESTING : DYNAMOMETERS : Responsive to torque : During transmission to an external load : By measuring elastic deformation of a torque transmitting member : Using an electrical sensor : Phase angle detection : Transducer forms wheel or is within a wheel)

Patent 5018394: Continuously adjustable diluting device for mixing predetermined volumes of liquid
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Capture device : Pipette or cannula : With suction applying and liquid discharge means : Piston and cylinder : Plural or adjustable limit stops : Piezoresistive)

Patent 5018395: Gas sampling device with improved mixed flow fan
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SAMPLER, SAMPLE HANDLING, ETC. : Capture device : Sample meter or pump : Cyclically operated scoop)

Patent 5018396: Cell assembly for determining conductivity and permeability
(MEASURING AND TESTING : SIMULATED ENVIRONMENT (E.G., TEST CHAMBERS) : Capacity adjustable)

Patent 5018397: Transducer input shaft lock mechanism
(MEASURING AND TESTING : PROBE OR PROBE MOUNTING : Rate of change)

Patent 5018398: Engine starter with a pinion shifter unit
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ENGINE STARTERS : Automatic : Electrical and magnetic)

Patent 5018399: Mechanical servomotor
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : ROTARY DRIVEN DEVICE ADJUSTABLE DURING OPERATION RELATIVE TO ITS SUPPORTING STRUCTURE : Reciprocating to reciprocating : Inclined ramp)

Patent 5018400: Continuously variable traction drive speed changer
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE RATIO CHANGE :)

Patent 5018401: Translation cam means
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Interchangeably locked : Laterally slidable gears : Swinging carriage : Tumbler and cone)

Patent 5018402: Planetary gear drive for controlled defection rolls
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANETARY GEARING OR ELEMENT : Floating or flexible coupling or support : Resilient member : And sun gear)

Patent 5018403: Globoid worm gear speed reduction apparatus
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : GEARING : Directly cooperating gears : Spiral : Worm : Less than 360 degrees of contact between nut and screw)

Patent 5018404: Control arrangement for a gear shift transmission
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Multiple controlled elements : Transmission control : Restriction of shift, gear selection, or gear engagement : Shift element interlock : Roller)

Patent 5018405: Angle adjustment device for handle of stroller
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Variable output force : Detents : Interrelated lever release : Adjustable)

Patent 5018406: Mechanical locking device
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Cams : Follower : Timer devices)

Patent 5018407: Pedestal assembly having a reduced volume in a lubricant filled housing
(MACHINE ELEMENT OR MECHANISM : CONTROL LEVER AND LINKAGE SYSTEMS : Gear casings : Lubricated)

Patent 5018408: Control systems for power trains provided in vehicles
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Including fluid drive : Impeller-turbine-type : Control responsive to fluid drive : Control of or by fluid drive)

Patent 5018409: Tear top can opener
(TOOLS : RECEPTACLE CLOSURE REMOVER : Levering or prying type : With pivoted closure-engaging parts)

Patent 5018410: Wrench
(TOOLS : BOLT HOLDERS : Pivoted blade)

Patent 5018411: Multiple-head tool
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Turret head : Direct drive)

Patent 5018412: Open-end ratchet wrench
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Pivoted side jaw : Traveling fulcrum)

Patent 5018413: Tool support
(TOOLS : WRENCH, SCREWDRIVER, OR DRIVER THEREFOR : Having stationary structure for supporting wrench or screwdriver : Including socket and boss type connecting means)

Patent 5018414: Transmission servicing tool
(TOOLS : FOR ADJUSTING VARIABLE POSITIONED PARTS : Having U-shaped crank arm)

Patent 5018415: Door security latch opener and method of using same
(TOOLS : FOR LOCK OR LATCH : Plug or patch inserters)

Patent 5018416: Method of and apparatus for cutting pieces from an elongated textile web
(CUTTING : PROCESSES : With preparatory or simultaneous ancillary treatment of work : Rotary scoring blade)

Patent 5018417: Graphic tape slicer
(CUTTING : WITH PRODUCT HANDLING MEANS : Means to move, guide, or permit free fall or flight of product : Roller(s) : And means to remove product therefrom)

Patent 5018418: Apparatus for cutting laminated sheet material
(CUTTING : BY FLUID BLAST AND/OR SUCTION : Spatially fixed tool)

Patent 5018419: Used ink ribbon cutting apparatus
(CUTTING : WITH WORK IMMOBILIZER : Opposed to work-supporting surface)

Patent 5018420: Machine tool
(CUTTING : BY TOOL RECIPROCABLE ALONG ELONGATED EDGE : With dynamic balancing or shock absorbing means : Tool opposing pusher)

Patent 5018421: Saw blade tooth geometry
(CUTTING : TOOL OR TOOL WITH SUPPORT : Toothed blade or tooth therefor : Rotatable type)

Patent 5018422: Process for improvement of tone in violins and related instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Violins : Bodies : Mutes)

Patent 5018423: Neck adjustment mechanism for stringed instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Details : Necks : Metal)

Patent 5018424: Tuning peg
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Stringed : Details : Strings and fastenings : Tuning pegs : Dampers independent)

Patent 5018425: Mouthpiece system for woodwind instruments
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Wind : Wood winds : Clarinets : Mouthpieces : Auxiliary)

Patent 5018426: Hi-hat stand apparatus for supporting a pair of cymbals
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Drum and cymbal beaters : Hi-hat : Inside)

Patent 5018427: Input apparatus of electronic system for extracting pitch data from compressed input waveform signal
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical musical tone generation : Data storage : Digital memory circuit (e.g., RAM, ROM, etc.) : Sampling (e.g., with A/D conversion) :)

Patent 5018428: Electronic musical instrument in which musical tones are generated on the basis of pitches extracted from an input waveform signal
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical musical tone generation : Data storage : Digital memory circuit (e.g., RAM, ROM, etc.) : Selecting circuits : Fundamental tone detection or extraction : Reiteration)

Patent 5018429: Waveform generating apparatus for an electronic musical instrument using filtered components of a waveform
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical musical tone generation : Data storage : Digital memory circuit (e.g., RAM, ROM, etc.) : Tone synthesis or timbre control : Stops)

Patent 5018430: Electronic musical instrument with a touch response function
(MUSIC : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical musical tone generation : Data storage : Digital memory circuit (e.g., RAM, ROM, etc.) : Tone synthesis or timbre control : Mixing : Reiteration)

Patent 5018431: Apparatus for positioning a work implement
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Electrical input and feedback signal means (459) : Follower type : Coil spring moves laterally relative to coil axis)

Patent 5018432: Hydrostatic steering device with a radially free floating valve member
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : WORKING MEMBER POSITION FEEDBACK TO MOTIVE FLUID CONTROL : Follower type : Plural movable valve parts : Valve part moves about an axis : With lost motion between input and reaction member)

Patent 5018433: Mechanism employing fluid under pressure provided with a rotor, a stator and a device for assembling these two elements
(MOTORS: EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER TYPE : THREE OR MORE CYLINDERS ARRANGED IN PARALLEL RADIAL OR CONICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH ROTARY TRANSMISSION AXIS : Radially disposed cylinders : Cooperating valve ports in cylinder and relatively movable central member : Cylinders or pistons pinned to common element)

Patent 5018434: Self-adjusting servo mechanism for actuating a friction band assembly in a planetary gear set
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : WITH RELEASABLE LATCH MEANS BETWEEN WORKING MEMBER AND POWER TRANSMISSION ELEMENT AXIALLY SLIDABLE THEREIN : Fluid actuated (27))

Patent 5018435: Fluid cell arrangement for compressed air motors
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : PLURAL FLEXIBLE WALL WORKING MEMBERS : Specific or diverse material (103))

Patent 5018436: Folded bladder for fluid dynamic muscle
(EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : COLLAPSIBLE CHAMBER WALL PORTION (E.G., HINGED OR FLEXIBLE WALL) : Wall portion formed of flexible material : Envelope having restricted fluid opening : Non-metallic : Shaft extends transversely through working members)

Patent 5018437: Toaster
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : Automatic control : Of heat and material : By time : Suspended)

Patent 5018438: Cooking and cooling transfer apparatus at will for automatic introduction and evacuation of containers which contain foods or
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : COOKING : Automatic control : Of material : By time : And heat responsive means)

Patent 5018439: Rolling machine particularly for producing croissants
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : EDIBLE LAMINATED PRODUCT MAKING APPARATUS : Means forming or reshaping plural sheets or webs : Subjacent receptacle or director)

Patent 5018440: Tank for treating units of a product
(FOODS AND BEVERAGES: APPARATUS : MEANS TO TREAT FOOD : By applying fluid : Particular liquid : Brine : Interrelated drive means for huller and gas-move)

Patent 5018441: Portable screen printer
(PRINTING : STENCILING : Traveling-inker machines : Endless band)

Patent 5018442: Printing screen stretch frame
(PRINTING : STENCILING : Stencils : Mounts, holders and extensions : Contact member)

Patent 5018443: Position sensor systems for a print head
(PRINTING : ROLLING CONTACT MACHINES : Rotary : Web : Feeding or delivering : Feeding or delivering)

Patent 5018444: Ink applying system for a printing apparatus
(PRINTING : INKERS : Fountains : Force discharge : Interrupter)

Patent 5018445: Magnetically delivered ink
(PRINTING : PROCESSES : Electric or magnetic transfer : Of print medium)

Patent 5018446: Initiating sensor
(AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES : IGNITING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS : Ignition or detonation circuit : Proximity fuze : Light or infrared : Nonmetallic)

Patent 5018447: Device and method for monitoring the presence of an object in space
(AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES : IGNITING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS : Ignition or detonation circuit : Proximity fuze : Light or infrared : Nonmetallic)

Patent 5018449: Paint dispersing training grenade
(AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES : SHELLS : Practice : Multiple fragments)

Patent 5018450: Luminescent paintball for marking nighttime impacts
(AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES : PROJECTILES : Target marking : With cavity)

Patent 5018451: Extendable pipe crawler
(RAILWAYS : TUBULAR WAY : Internal service device : Having movable track elements)

Patent 5018452: Drive system for track mounted undercarriages and method for use thereof
(RAILWAYS : TRACTION : Chain : Beneath vehicle : Moving car)

Patent 5018453: Auxiliary railroad wheel lift assembly for road vehicle
(RAILWAY ROLLING STOCK : LOCOMOTIVES : With land engaging wheel : Gravity)

Patent 5018454: Knock-down semi-rigid table assembly
(HORIZONTALLY SUPPORTED PLANAR SURFACES : PEDESTAL SUPPORTED : Holding means cooperates with smooth face)

Patent 5018455: Feed system for pellet burning stove
(FURNACES : FUEL FEEDERS : Hopper : Burners, per se : Screw : Grate mounted)

Patent 5018456: System for disposing of sludge
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Treating fuel constituent or combustion product : And metal casing)

Patent 5018457: Waste treatment system
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Incinerating refuse : Combustion product)

Patent 5018458: Furnace combustion zone temperature control method
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Incinerating refuse : Combustion product)

Patent 5018459: Method and apparatus for recycling paper pulp sludge
(FURNACES : PROCESS : Incinerating refuse : Combustion product)

Patent 5018460: Embroidering machine with a mounting device for individual embroidery hoops
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Embroidering : Vertical needle : Fabric shifting : Frames : Attachments)

Patent 5018461: Label supply apparatus and label supply method
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Article attaching : Vertical needle)

Patent 5018462: Edge finishing system
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Pattern controlled or programmed : Positionable work carrier under electronic pattern or program control : For workpiece edge sewing : Frames)

Patent 5018463: Stacking device having clamps along a circulating conveyor for clamping, conveying, and stacking sewn articles from a sewing machine to a cloth
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : With diverse downstream operation : For attaching a belt loop)

Patent 5018464: Cutting device
(SEWING : SPECIAL MACHINES : Severing : Cutters)

Patent 5018465: Sewing machine with thread monitor
(SEWING : ELEMENTS : Starting or stopping : Thread sensing : Needle acts as feed means)

Patent 5018466: Sewing machine
(SEWING : ELEMENTS : Starting or stopping : With element positioning : Electrically operated : Reversible feed direction)

Patent 5018467: Adjustment device for feeding cloth in a cloth transport mechanism for a sewing machine
(SEWING : STITCH FORMING : Feeding work material : Having adjustment feature : Stitch length : Including plural, selectively used cams)

Patent 5018468: Multiple position footstrap track for sailboards
(SHIPS : APPARATUS HELD BY OR ATTACHED TO RIDER TO CONTROL SAILBOARD OR SAILBOARD RIG : Foot strap means : Turnover)

Patent 5018469: Variable ratio steering helm
(SHIPS : STEERING MECHANISM : Rocking)

Patent 5018470: Linear actuated valve with remote actuation
(SHIPS : BILGE DISCHARGE : Friction rollers)

Patent 5018471: Marine fender for pilings of marine structures
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE STRUCTURE OR FABRICATION THEREOF : Structure protection : Separable transport means)

Patent 5018472: Horizontally moveable weight stabilizing device
(SHIPS : TOWING OR PUSHING : Submerged object : With specific means for attaching line)

Patent 5018473: Dinghy towing mechanism and method
(SHIPS : TOWING OR PUSHING : Coupling means : Having depth-control means)

Patent 5018474: Ski rope attachment device
(SHIPS : TOWING OR PUSHING : Towing by means of cable : Having trip mechanism)

Patent 5018475: Inflatable dinghy bracket
(SHIPS : LIFE CRAFT HANDLING DEVICE, APPARATUS, OR IMPLEMENT : Wind vane-operated)

Patent 5018476: Sliding cursor control device, especially for a heating and/or air conditioning installation of an automotive vehicle
(SIGNALS AND INDICATORS : INDICATORS : Operator movable : Sliding indicator : Flexible type : With scale)

Patent 5018477: Ski waxing machine
(COATING APPARATUS : SOLID APPLICATOR CONTACTING WORK : With work-handling or work-supporting : Reciprocating or oscillating applicator : Along surface of work : Opposed applicators)

Patent 5018478: Method and apparatus for coating a paper web
(COATING APPARATUS : IMMERSION OR WORK-CONFINED POOL TYPE : Work-confined pool : With pump or nongravity discharge against work : Opposed)

Patent 5018479: Remote plasma enhanced CVD method and apparatus for growing an epitaxial semconductor layer
(COATING APPARATUS : GAS OR VAPOR DEPOSITION : With treating means (e.g., jarring) : By creating electric field (e.g., gas activation, plasma, etc.) : Radio frequency antenna or radio frequency inductive coil discharge means : Producing energized gas remotely located from substrate : With magnet (e.g., electron cyclotron resonance, etc.))

Patent 5018480: Simulated tree branch for small animal enclosures
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : CONFINING OR HOUSING : Animal display or open work enclosure (e.g., cage, etc.) : Bird cage : With attachment device : Perch for cage : And providing additional care)

Patent 5018481: Insect control device for livestock containing coumaphos
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : ANTIVERMIN TREATING OR CLEANING : Means engaging animal directly; e.g., daubing or rubbing means : Carried externally by animal : Having means passing through the animal skin; e.g., ear tag : Endless belt or screw conveyor hopper attachment)

Patent 5018482: Combined odor controlling animal litter
(ANIMAL HUSBANDRY : MATERIAL FOR ABSORBING MOISTURE FROM WASTE PRODUCT : Having clay component : Having flaccid liner)

Patent 5018483: Fuel injection quantity control device for alcohol engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : MISCELLANEOUS : Fuels, lubricants and additives :)

Patent 5018484: Cooling fan controlling apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : COOLING : Automatic coolant flow control : Air impeller : Temperature-responsive : Radiator or condenser source)

Patent 5018485: Intake system for automative engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : INTAKE MANIFOLD : Manifold having plenum : Plural plenums : Interconnection between plenums : Interconnection between plenums)

Patent 5018486: Pressure relief system for a check valve
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : INTAKE MANIFOLD : Manifold having plenum : Multiple passage leading to inlet of one cylinder)

Patent 5018487: Valve timing mechanism with eccentric bushing on rocker shaft
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : With means for varying timing : Cam-to-valve relationship : Antireverse protection)

Patent 5018488: Hydraulic tappets
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : POPPET VALVE OPERATING MECHANISM : Tappet : Lash adjustment : Self-operating : Hydraulic : Including auxiliary vacuum pump)

Patent 5018489: Heat-insulating piston
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : PARTICULAR PISTON AND ENCLOSING CYLINDER CONSTRUCTION : Piston : Having detail of connection to other cylinder structure)

Patent 5018490: Heating system, in particular for motor vehicles, with an internal combustion engine and a heater
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : LUBRICATORS : Heating and cooling : For spring)

Patent 5018491: Auxiliary oil pumping and draining system
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : LUBRICATORS : Safety devices : For spring)

Patent 5018492: Work apparatus having one handle for one-handed operation
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ACCESSORIES : Covers, trays, vibrators, corrosion inhibitors, air filters : For spring)

Patent 5018493: Engine spark control apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Engine speed reduction by partial or complete omission of the ignition : By electric means : Rich resupply of fuel at end of deceleration)

Patent 5018494: Idling speed control device of an engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Idle speed control : And air-fuel ratio feedback controlled : Rich resupply of fuel at end of deceleration)

Patent 5018495: Automatic idle speed circuitry
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Idle speed control : Electrically operated control means : Including rotary actuator : Stepping motor type : More than eight cylinder)

Patent 5018496: Method and apparatus for throttle valve control in internal combustion engines
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : ENGINE SPEED REGULATOR : Open loop condition responsive : Having an electrical device between input and speed regulator : Throttle position lock)

Patent 5018497: Multiple valve internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : COMBUSTION CHAMBER MEANS COMBINED WITH AIR-FUEL MIXTURE FORMING MEANS : Air or combustible mixture entering the combustion chamber through plural inlets : Plural diaphragms or actuators)

Patent 5018498: Air/fuel ratio control in an internal combustion engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Including cylinder pressure or temperature responsive means : One inlet is uncovered by piston travel)

Patent 5018499: Fuel delivery rail assembly
(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 5018500: Pressure regulator device for the fuel circuit of an internal combustion engine supply system
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Fuel pump flow regulation : Regulating means adjusts fuel pressure : Manifold pressure responsive : Memory addressed by engine speed or load)

Patent 5018501: Electromagnetic fuel injection valve apparatus
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel injection system : Electrically actuated injector : Nozzle isolated from manifold vacuum effect)

Patent 5018502: Apparatus for the degassing of fuel
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Fuel flow regulation between the pump and the charge-forming device : Excess fuel returned to tank : Environmental condition responsive)

Patent 5018503: Fuel increasing system for engine
(INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINES : CHARGE FORMING DEVICE (E.G., POLLUTION CONTROL) : Multiple carburetors : Each carburetor feeds a cylinder or group of cylinders (e.g., split engine) : Having fixed restriction in vacuum line)

Patent 5018504: Method and apparatus for cleaning used bricks
(STONE WORKING : BRICK CLEANING : Mica splitting)

Patent 5018505: Self-heating container
(STOVES AND FURNACES : LIQUID HEATER : Lunch : Combined can and heater : Dinner buckets)

Patent 5018506: Fluid controlled biased bending neck
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having flexible tube structure : With bending control means : Fluid or electrical control means : Body pierced by tubular cutter or rod-type punch)

Patent 5018507: One-piece disposable speculum
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : With cooperating retracting members : Duck-Billed specula (e.g., vagina) : With means to change parallel distance between blades : Cathode-ray tube used for display or included in recording means)

Patent 5018508: System and method using chemicals and ultrasound or ultrasound alone to replace more conventional surgery
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 5018509: Endoscope insertion controlling apparatus
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Inflatable cuff or balloon : Having tool raising platform)

Patent 5018510: Platform for weighing and simultaneously massaging user
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Vibrator : Couch, chair, or body support : Movable membrane : Unbalanced weight having drive means : Unbalanced weight having drive means)

Patent 5018511: Massager unit
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Vibrant slide)

Patent 5018512: Lumbar traction device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Chiropractic or osteopathic implement : Extension appliance : Motorized pummelling device)

Patent 5018513: Shoulder brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 5018514: Knee brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : With hinge or pivot : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 5018515: See through absorbent dressing
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Thin polymeric film or adhesive : Lipid (e.g., oil, fat, or wax))

Patent 5018516: Delivery system for a wound dressing
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Thin polymeric film or adhesive : Lipid (e.g., oil, fat, or wax))

Patent 5018517: Expiration-resisting apparatus designed for improving pulmonary ventilation
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Pre-pressurized container holding medicament)

Patent 5018518: Gas work with sensing and alarm means
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for indicating improper condition of apparatus : Garment)

Patent 5018519: Mask for adminstering an anesthetic gas to a patient
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for mixing treating agent with respiratory gas : Including face mask covering nose and mouth : Electric)

Patent 5018520: Aeration or breathing apparatus
(SURGERY : RESPIRATORY METHOD OR DEVICE : Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure : Means for removing substance from respiratory gas : Bag or bellows included in control mechanism)

Patent 5018521: Method of and apparatus for increased transfer of heat into or out of the body
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Thermal applicators : Electric current : Ultraviolet)

Patent 5018522: Ramped waveform non-invasive pacemaker
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Heart rate regulating (e.g., pacing) : With nonimplanted generator :)

Patent 5018523: Apparatus for common mode stimulation with bipolar sensing
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems :)

Patent 5018524: Apparatus and method for generating vital information signals
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Generating complex signals : Applied for interferential effect in body)

Patent 5018525: Device for dental electroanalgesia
(SURGERY: LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : LIGHT, THERMAL, AND ELECTRICAL APPLICATION : Electrical therapeutic systems : Electrical treatment of pain : Dental analgesia : Multiple position connector)

Patent 5018526: Apparatus and method for providing a multidimensional indication of pain
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING :)

Patent 5018527: Sensor for the measurement of ion activity
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body liquid by means placed against or in body throughout test : Electroanalysis : Determining ion concentration/partial pressure : Digestive tract)

Patent 5018528: Pulse Doppler ultrasonic diagnostic system
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Ultrasonic : Anatomic image produced by reflective scanning : Mechanical scanning : With means for inserting into a body)

Patent 5018529: Miniaturized sensor for physiological pressure measurements
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation : Visible light radiation : Cardiovascular testing : Pressure in blood vessel : Blood flow measurement)

Patent 5018530: Helical-tipped lesion localization needle device and method of using the same
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Sampling nonliquid body material (e.g., bone, muscle tissue, epithelial cells, etc.) : Locating acupuncture points)

Patent 5018531: Skin blemish measuring and recording system and method
(SURGERY : DIAGNOSTIC TESTING : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body : Indicator)

Patent 5018532: Novel phosphorescent condoms
(SURGERY : MALE REPRODUCTORY TRACT SHIELDS OR BIRTH CONTROL DEVICES (E.G., PROPHYLACTICS, VAS DEFERENS VALVES, ETC.) : Condoms : Intrauterine)

Patent 5018533: Apparatus for the reduction of apnaa in the edentulous
(SURGERY : BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS) : Antisnoring device : Intrauterine)

Patent 5018534: Intravenous catheter shield and retainer
(SURGERY : BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS) : Restrainers and immobilizers (e.g., strait jackets, etc.) : Intravenous limb restrainers/supports (e.g., armboards, etc.) : Belt or strap)

Patent 5018535: Method and apparatus for joining and feeding strips of paper
(TOBACCO : CIGAR OR CIGARETTE MAKING : Wrapping devices : Longitudinally fed continuous wrapper : Aprons)

Patent 5018536: Method and tobacco product for use by the consumer for making cigarettes
(TOBACCO : CIGAR OR CIGARETTE MAKING : Wrapping devices : Tube filling type : With wrapper sealing)

Patent 5018538: Cigarette making machine
(TOBACCO : CIGAR OR CIGARETTE MAKING : Tobacco feeding : With brushing, carding, or picking means : Rotating type)

Patent 5018539: Cigarette ejection device
(TOBACCO : CIGAR OR CIGARETTE MAKING : Organic compound)

Patent 5018540: Process for removal of basic materials
(TOBACCO : TOBACCO TREATMENT : Extraction of component, other than moisture, by contact with diverse medium : By contact with hot gaseous medium)

Patent 5018541: Tobacco substitute
(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 5018542: Instrument for selectivity separating strands of hair
(TOILET : HAIR DEVICE : Comb : Plural combs or spaced tooth rows : Oppositely directed rows : Back sliding along back)

Patent 5018543: Portable shaving kit
(TOILET : TOILET KIT : Shaving : Having mirror : Plural cooperating blade)

Patent 5018544: Apparatus for cleaning heat exchanger tube bundles
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With treating fluid purifying or separating means : By filter or strainer only (except work-spraying head) : With liquid-moving recirculation, or flow reversing, and straining means : Having steam, air or gas applying conduit)

Patent 5018545: Apparatus for cleaning interior of a lateral pipeline
(CLEANING AND LIQUID CONTACT WITH SOLIDS : : With alarm, signal, indicating, testing, inspecting, illuminating or display means : By filter or strainer only (except work-spraying head))

Patent 5018546: Fuel supply detachable coupling
(FLUID HANDLING : DESTRUCTIBLE OR DEFORMABLE ELEMENT CONTROLLED : Destructible element : Separable valve coupling or conduit : Tensile or sheer pin or bolt : Particular aperture forming means)

Patent 5018547: Pressure actuated valve
(FLUID HANDLING : SELF-PROPORTIONING OR CORRELATING SYSTEMS : Self-controlled branched flow systems : Plural inflows : With pulsation responsive pilot valve)

Patent 5018548: Segmented coupling for pipes
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH REPAIR, TAPPING, ASSEMBLY, OR DISASSEMBLY MEANS : Assembling or disassembling rotary valve : Butterfly valve : Having valve head or seat packing : Replaceable)

Patent 5018549: Pump column
(FLUID HANDLING : WITH CASING, SUPPORT, PROTECTOR OR STATIC CONSTRUCTIONAL INSTALLATIONS : With hose storage or retrieval means : With retrieval means : Biased to retracted position : Responsive to position of hose in casing)

Patent 5018550: Dishwasher overfill protection device
(FLUID HANDLING : LIQUID LEVEL RESPONSIVE OR MAINTAINING SYSTEMS : Washing machine cycle control : Mechanical movement between lock and valve)

Patent 5018551: Device for injecting gas under high pressure and high flow rate into an airtight treatment chamber and for recovery of the same
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Plural tanks or compartments connected for serial flow : Drain valve actuator mounted on pump)

Patent 5018552: Valve assembly for packing fluid under pressure and packing provided with such assembly
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Flow path with serial valves and/or closures : Common actuator : Coupling interlocked with valve, or closure or actuator)

Patent 5018553: Single-handle mixer valve with a ball-type valving member
(FLUID HANDLING : SYSTEMS : Multi-way valve unit : Multiple inlet with single outlet : Rotary valve : Piston)

Patent 5018554: Device for the damping of pumps with intermittent delivery
(PIPES AND TUBULAR CONDUITS : WITH PRESSURE COMPENSATORS :)

Patent 5018555: Pre-press tube
(PIPES AND TUBULAR CONDUITS : JOINED SECTIONS : Reinforced)

 

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