Patents 5234224 - 5234481

 

 

Patent 5234224: Multi-function baby support and transport apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Convertible : Attachments and accessories)

Patent 5234225: Powered motorcycle lift/stand
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Occupant propelled type : Attachments and accessories : Props and steadying devices : Independent wheel mounting)

Patent 5234226: Baby stroller front wheel frame assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Extensible : Folding : Pivoted wheel carrier : Transverse axis : Three- or four-wheeled chair, baby carriage, or stroller : Belt and sprocket)

Patent 5234227: Mounting for air bag assembly
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Supplemental bolsters)

Patent 5234228: Air bag apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : Responsive to vehicle condition : Mounted in vehicle and positioned laterally of occupant)

Patent 5234229: Pressure limited restraint system
(LAND VEHICLES : WHEELED : Attachment : Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment : With source of inflation fluid and flow control means thereof : Electric control and/or sensor means)

Patent 5234230: Ankle and foot protective device for attachment to a skate
(LAND VEHICLES : SKI OR SKATE APPLIANCE OR ATTACHMENT : Ice or roller skate boot attachment (e.g., cover, protector, etc.) : Ankle braces)

Patent 5234231: Combined poster and catalog construction
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES : STRIPS AND LEAVES :)

Patent 5234232: Bookbinding apparatus and method of binding sheets
(BOOKS, STRIPS, AND LEAVES : BOOK, ELEMENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Binding : Elements : Metallic)

Patent 5234233: Hose/clamp assembly with rubber band holder
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : WITH ASSEMBLY MEANS OR FEATURE : With holding means functioning only during transportation assembly or disassembly : Spacing means (e.g., lugs))

Patent 5234234: Conduit coupling
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PARTICULAR INTERFACE : Screw-thimble tightener)

Patent 5234235: Connection apparatus
(PIPE JOINTS OR COUPLINGS : PARTICULAR INTERFACE : Tapered : Dissimilar : Elastomeric)

Patent 5234236: Pawl assembly
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Rigid operating means)

Patent 5234237: Modular van door latch
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Operating means : Motor : Rigid)

Patent 5234238: Ratchet type latch assembly
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : BOLTS : Swinging : Multiple head : Operating means : Closure : Seal)

Patent 5234239: Sliding window bar lock
(CLOSURE FASTENERS : CLAMPS : Portable : Swingable)

Patent 5234240: Stratified roll positioning apparatus
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND BARS AND HAND BARROWS : Poker)

Patent 5234241: Weed remover
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : HAND FORKS AND SHOVELS : Grappling type : With movable cooperating load-engaging member :)

Patent 5234242: Submarine cable grapnel
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : UNDERWATER IMPLEMENT : Frames)

Patent 5234243: Tank gauge float retrieval device
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : UNDERWATER IMPLEMENT : Frames)

Patent 5234244: Bi-directional feeding gripper device
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : GRAPPLE : Magnet- or piston-controlled : Groove- or shoulder-engaging type)

Patent 5234245: Recyclable strap for handling empty plastic jugs
(HANDLING: HAND AND HOIST-LINE IMPLEMENTS : ARTICLE CARRIER GRIPPED AND CARRIED BY HAND : Carrier component positioned in aperture in article : Having parallel flaccid members forming article support)

Patent 5234246: Dashboard
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Dashboards : Body mounted window)

Patent 5234247: Quick release deflector shield
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Storm-front shield, apron, or robe : Windshield : Deflected protecting air-currents : Link hinged)

Patent 5234248: Vehicular rear window air deflector apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : Storm-front shield, apron, or robe : Windshield : Deflected protecting air-currents : Link hinged)

Patent 5234249: Air drag reducing tailgate apparatus
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : BODIES : With distinct wind deflector : For transporting passengers to or from an aircraft)

Patent 5234250: Rigid lid for an automobile roof
(LAND VEHICLES: BODIES AND TOPS : TOPS : Roof structure : Roof panel movable to uncover passenger area (e.g., sun roof or moon roof) : Roof panel edge structure : Having guide)

Patent 5234251: Seat arm attachment
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : WITH HOLDER OR RECEPTACLE FOR DISPARATE ARTICLE : On or integral with armrest (e.g., beverage cup holder) : Having closure means)

Patent 5234252: Adjustable seat cover
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : DETACHABLE SUPPLEMENTAL FLEXIBLE PAD OR COVER : One-piece bottom and back : And bottom or back cover formed of one piece)

Patent 5234253: Mounting apparatus for a modular sofa assembly
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : PLURAL RELATED SEATS : Coupled side-by-side : Oscillating on rockers)

Patent 5234255: Power reclining device for seat
(CHAIRS AND SEATS : MOVABLE BACK : Tiltable : Plural distinct occupant-supporting positions : Including antifriction feature (e.g., ball bearings, etc.))

Patent 5234256: Cutting apparatus for mining operations with automatic control
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : AUTOMATIC CONTROL; SIGNALING OR INDICATING : Of hard material disintegrating machines : Sidewall working (e.g., longwall-type) : Of advancing material handling means or roof support :)

Patent 5234257: Mobile mining machine having tilted swing axis and method
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : PROCESSES : Material mined or excavated underwater)

Patent 5234258: Cutter for extraction machines
(MINING OR IN SITU DISINTEGRATION OF HARD MATERIAL : CUTTER TOOTH OR TOOTH HEAD : Cleansing fluid passage : Nozzle or seal details : Undercutter shiftable horizontally)

Patent 5234259: Resin wheel with more than two independently molded parts
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : Compression wheel : Of plastic : Of fabric, wood or paper)

Patent 5234260: Hubcap assembly
(LAND VEHICLES: WHEELS AND AXLES : WHEEL : Hub : Hub cap : Point band)

Patent 5234261: Multiplexing antilock brake apply channels
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Pressure reapply control : From split coefficient of friction (mu))

Patent 5234262: Vehicle brake control with torque imbalance compensation
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Braking pressure demand or braking force desire : From split coefficient of friction (mu))

Patent 5234263: Electric master cylinder traction control
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : With traction control : For rough road)

Patent 5234264: Brake system
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : With traction control : For rough road)

Patent 5234265: Valve for automatic brake system
(FLUID-PRESSURE AND ANALOGOUS BRAKE SYSTEMS : SPEED-CONTROLLED : Having a valve system responsive to a wheel lock signal : Pneumatic (relay or motorman) type : Having pressure line isolated from master cylinder line)

Patent 5234266: Traction stud
(WHEEL SUBSTITUTES FOR LAND VEHICLES : ENDLESS BELT HAVING NONMETALLIC TRACK OR TREAD : Track formed of endless flexible belt : With removable lug or grouser : With reinforcement in or at grouser formation)

Patent 5234267: Hutch utilizing a tension rod frame
(SUPPORTS: CABINET STRUCTURE : SHOW-CASE TYPE : Joints and connectors : Rectilinear movement)

Patent 5234268: Cleaning solution mixing and metering process
(AGITATING : HAVING SPECIFIED FEED MEANS : Adjustable mixing ratio control : Including pump : By variable pump : Piston pump : Vertical axis)

Patent 5234269: Antifriction bearing with a clip-on sensor
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Nonbearing magnetic feature : Single direction)

Patent 5234270: Axially-aligning eccentrically-adjustable three-ring anti-friction roller bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Concentric : For pedal crank)

Patent 5234271: Shaft bearing, especially a wheel shaft bearing in a motor vehicle
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Ball bearing : Specified means facilitating assembly or disassembly : With means for blocking slot)

Patent 5234272: Roller bearing
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Race end structure : By threaded member)

Patent 5234274: Self-aligning roller bearing with retainer
(BEARINGS : ROTARY BEARING : Antifriction bearing : Radial bearing : Roller bearing : Cage structure : Projecting into or through roller : Mating grooves and projections)

Patent 5234275: Holder for a stick of cosmetic material
(COATING IMPLEMENTS WITH MATERIAL SUPPLY : SOLID MATERIAL FOR RUBBING CONTACT OR SUPPORT THEREFOR : Including means to advance material : Screw feed : Including means to positively transmit rotation to sliding screw-feed member : By pin and slot coupling : Including carrier for piece of material :)

Patent 5234276: Trigger enclosure for ring binder
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET RETAINER TRAVELS ARCUATE PATH : Travel in plane perpendicular to axis of rotation : Opposed sheet retainers (e.g., ring binders, etc.) : Hinged on spaced axes : Toggle-type arrangement : With actuator to open or close retainers :)

Patent 5234277: Business card filing organization
(BINDER DEVICE RELEASABLY ENGAGING APERTURE OR NOTCH OF SHEET : SHEET : Face member)

Patent 5234278: Drive connection for an engine and transmission
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : INTERFITTED MEMBERS : Longitudinally splined or fluted rod : Including a lock or retainer : Longitudinally stepped or tapered)

Patent 5234279: Connector plates, connector plate joints and connector plate structures
(JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS : RIGID ANGLE : Connector bridges inner or outer periphery)

Patent 5234280: Traffic channeling devices
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : TRAFFIC STEERING DEVICE OR BARRIER : Street or curb inlet for surface drainage)

Patent 5234281: Deflection indicating adjustable highway straight-edge
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Automatic control : Of material leveling means : Adjusted to an acoustical or optical signal : And supported dowel end)

Patent 5234282: Gravity drop hammer apparatus for a skid loader
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With in situ means for both comminuting and treating, e.g., grading, oiling, stabilizing : Means to form groove in plastic or uncured roadway)

Patent 5234283: Vibratory concrete float apparatus
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : With means for profile shaping, e.g., crown : Manually propelled : Specific to a sloped or curved application)

Patent 5234284: Wheeled road surface cutter
(ROAD STRUCTURE, PROCESS, OR APPARATUS : APPARATUS : Rotating drum, roller or tire : Manually propelled, e.g., lawn roller : Individual element, vertically oriented)

Patent 5234285: Marine railway system
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MARINE VESSEL PORTAGE, LAUNCHING, OR REMOVING : Rail mounted carrier :)

Patent 5234286: Underground water reservoir
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FLUID CONTROL, TREATMENT, OR CONTAINMENT : Fluid storage in earthen cavity : Corrugated)

Patent 5234287: Apparatus and process for stabilizing foundations
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Underpinning : Pile driving)

Patent 5234288: Integrated column and pile
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile) : Process or apparatus for installing : Casting in situ hardenable fluent material : Providing embedded metallic reinforcement : Preformed enlargement cavity)

Patent 5234289: Device for forming modified ground
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : MISCELLANEOUS : Ground stabilization or reinforcement)

Patent 5234290: Prestressed caisson bearing pier and structural foundation device
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : FOUNDATION : Columnar structure (e.g., pier, pile) : Process or apparatus for installing : Caisson or hollow shaft : Diametrically retractable core)

Patent 5234291: Roof bolts
(HYDRAULIC AND EARTH ENGINEERING : EARTH TREATMENT OR CONTROL : Rock or earth bolt or anchor : Concrete)

Patent 5234292: Pneumatic tube conveyor system
(CONVEYORS: FLUID CURRENT : SELECTIVE DELIVERY :)

Patent 5234293: Screw tap with predetermined protective rupture of release point
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH MEANS TO APPLY TRANSIENT, FLUENT MEDIUM TO WORK OR PRODUCT : Including tool with duct : With tool-opposing, work-engaging surface)

Patent 5234294: Drilling device for producing drilled holes with undercuts
(CUTTING BY USE OF ROTATING AXIALLY MOVING TOOL : WITH PRODUCT HANDLING OR RECEIVING MEANS : And gear to drive infeed means)

Patent 5234295: Adjustable support fixture
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : Work support : With means to adjust work support vertically : Including cutter limited to rotary motion)

Patent 5234296: Endmill adapter with integral collet
(GEAR CUTTING, MILLING, OR PLANING : MILLING : With cutter holder : With cutter holder)

Patent 5234297: Locking device for securing pieces of freight on a loading floor
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD BEARER ACCOMMODATION : Retainer : Including male-female retainer*)

Patent 5234298: Quick tie load binding system
(FREIGHT ACCOMMODATION ON FREIGHT CARRIER : LOAD LASHING RETAINER OR LOAD LASHING ADJUNCT : Wraparound : Method : Project-retract mounting)

Patent 5234299: Self-drilling anchor
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : HAVING SEPARATE EXPANDER MEANS : With hole forming means : Formed on expansible sleeve : Serrated end : Coil spring)

Patent 5234300: Fastening means
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Multipart : Having telltale bore)

Patent 5234301: Hole forming and selftapping screw
(EXPANDED, THREADED, DRIVEN, HEADED, TOOL-DEFORMED, OR LOCKED-THREADED FASTENER : EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENER ELEMENT, E.G., BOLT, SCREW, ETC. : Pilot end having means enhancing fastening or installation : Comprising longitudinal side-by-side sections)

Patent 5234302: Conveyor belt for braze furnace
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : CHAMBER OF A TYPE UTILIZED FOR A HEATING FUNCTION AND MATERIAL CHARGING OR DISCHARGING MEANS THEREFOR : Including driven device and/or inclined flow path to carry or convey material into, within, and out of chamber : Including endless conveyor (e.g., apron, pusher type, etc.) : Having means to support material suspended therebelow)

Patent 5234303: In-vacuum conveyance robot
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING MATERIAL BETWEEN ZONES HAVING DIFFERENT PRESSURES AND INHIBITING CHANGE IN PRESSURE GRADIENT THEREBETWEEN : Discharging of chamber by gravity, and means beyond exit thereof to guide, move, or stop material)

Patent 5234304: Method and apparatus for workpiece installation
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR CHARGING A LOAD HOLDING OR SUPPORTING ELEMENT FROM A SOURCE, AND MEANS FOR TRANSPORTING AND PRESENTING ELEMENT TO A WORKING, TREATING, OR INSPECTING STATION : Supply source capable of 360 degrees revolution : With reciprocating arm)

Patent 5234305: Multi-story parking facility
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS PARTICULARLY ADAPTED FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING A FACILITY COMPRISING ONE OR MORE SITES FOR THE PARKING OF WHEELED VEHICLES : Facility includes structure (e.g., ramp, angularly related successive locations for a vehicle, etc.) necessitating self-propellability or steerability of vehicle : Gripper includes pivoted jaw)

Patent 5234306: Panel storage feeder
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : MOVABLE RACK HAVING SUPERPOSED, CHARGE-SUPPORTING ELEMENTS, AND EXTERNAL MEANS FOR CHARGING OR DISCHARGING ELEMENTS : Rotating or circulating rack : Charge-supporting elements moving vertically : At least one of endless type)

Patent 5234307: Motorcycle trailer device
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : For rim, tire, or wheel)

Patent 5234308: Hinged bed vehicle
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : With load-receiving portion, or significant section thereof, pivotable relative to horizontal : Load-receiving portion includes means which extends longitudinally therefrom to form ramp when portion pivots : With driven means to move load relative to portion)

Patent 5234309: Container for holding material which includes a drainable liquid
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Conveyor : Reciprocating type : Walking beam : Detachable vibrator)

Patent 5234310: Hoist system for flat bed trucks
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Loading or unloading by other carrier or mover means, and the load movement thereof : Raising or lowering of load or load holder includes vertical, rectilinear movement : With haulage means (e.g., cable, etc.))

Patent 5234311: Wheelchair lift with adjustable posts
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : SELF-LOADING OR UNLOADING VEHICLES : Loading or unloading by other carrier or mover means, and the load movement thereof : Raising or lowering of load or load holder includes curvilinear movement : Carrier comprises movable component of load-receiving portion (e.g., tailgate, section of floor, etc.))

Patent 5234312: Loading unit attitude control system
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : VERTICALLY SWINGING LOAD SUPPORT : Shovel or fork type : Tilting : Control means responsive to sensed condition : To maintain pitch during swinging : And otherwise movable therein)

Patent 5234313: Method for automatically counting and stacking trimmed molded articles
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : PROCESS : Orienter having article-supporting surface movable relative to article)

Patent 5234314: Rotary hopper transfer mechanism
(MATERIAL OR ARTICLE HANDLING : APPARATUS FOR MOVING INTERSUPPORTING ARTICLES INTO, WITHIN, OR FROM FREESTANDING, ORDERLY LAYERED, OR MUTUALLY STABILIZING ORDERLY GROUP : Unstacking apparatus : Removes lowest article first from stack : Includes article separator with gripping device : By magnetic force)

Patent 5234315: Apparatus for preventing a turbine from exceeding revolution speed
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO NON-CYCLIC CONDITION SENSING, CENTRIFUGAL ACTUATION OR TORQUE : With testing means for speed control : Axial flow runner)

Patent 5234316: Filtering device for a canned motor
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WITH SEPARATING MEANS OR GUARD FOR SOLID MATTER IN WORKING FLUID (E.G., DEBRIS, ETC.) : Diverse fluids to motor)

Patent 5234317: Sheet metal interstage casing for a pump
(ROTARY KINETIC FLUID MOTORS OR PUMPS : WORKING FLUID PASSAGE OR DISTRIBUTING MEANS ASSOCIATED WITH RUNNER (E.G., CASING, ETC.) : Casing having multiple parts releasably clamped (e.g., casing seal, etc.) : Downstream of runner)

Patent 5234318: Clip-on radial tip seals for steam and gas turbines
(FLUID REACTION SURFACES (I.E., IMPELLERS) : ROTOR HAVING FLOW CONFINING OR DEFLECTING WEB, SHROUD OR CONTINUOUS PASSAGE : Axially extending shroud ring or casing : Having radial flange : Conical web)

Patent 5234319: Sump pump drive system
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Responsive to accumulation of pumped liquid in receiver : By float : Liquid accumulation controlled discharge valve downstream of motor controller sensing means)

Patent 5234320: Centrifugal suction pump
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF PUMP DRIVE MOTOR : Responsive to accumulation of pumped liquid in receiver : By float : Liquid accumulation controlled discharge valve downstream of motor controller sensing means)

Patent 5234321: Variable displacement hydrostatic pump and neutral return mechanism therefor
(PUMPS : CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL OF DRIVE TRANSMISSION OR PUMP DISPLACEMENT : Adjustable cam or linkage : Radially adjustable stator : Pressure controlled overflow)

Patent 5234322: Proportioning pump improvements
(PUMPS : MOTOR DRIVEN : Fluid motor : Rectilinearly reciprocating cylinder and piston-type motor : Rectilinearly reciprocating cylinder and piston-type pump : Integral pump and motor pistons : Double acting motor piston : Alternating sequences)

Patent 5234323: Fluid positive displacement machine with gas injection in the discharge region
(ROTARY EXPANSIBLE CHAMBER DEVICES : HEAT EXCHANGE OR NON-WORKING FLUID LUBRICATING OR SEALING : Groove communicates with vane slot)

Patent 5234324: Extruder for highly foamed plastic material having a reduced diameter mixing space for introducing an inert foaming agent
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH MECHANICAL MEANS FORMING OR EXPANDING PORES (E.G., FOAMING, ETC.) : Continuously :)

Patent 5234325: Apparatus for windshield glass repair
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PRODUCT OR PREFORM REPAIR OR RESTORING MEANS : Hand manipulable tool : Cotton candy maker)

Patent 5234326: Tire mold having a plurality of blocks defining a matrix with venting gaps between the blocks
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : RESHAPING, RESIZING OR VULCANIZING MEANS FOR TIRE, TIRE TUBE, OR DRIVE BELT : Toroidal or annular female shaping means and coacting means holding preform thereagainst : Including removable tire tread shaping portion : Inner tube type including valve stem feature)

Patent 5234327: Apparatus for melt spinning with high pull-off speeds and filament produced by means of the apparatus
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : SHAPING ORIFICE AND DOWNSTREAM WORK CONTACTING GASEOUS TREATING MEANS : Orifice for filaments or fibers (e.g., spinneret) : Bead clamping means, air bag support means or means sealing tire opening)

Patent 5234328: Retrieval system for removing articles formed by a manufacturing apparatus
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : CONTROL MEANS RESPONSIVE TO OR ACTUATED BY MEANS SENSING OR DETECTING A CONDITION OR MATERIAL TRIGGERED : Article ejector or stripper control : Means responsive to improper mold position)

Patent 5234329: Angle pin assembly
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH APPARATUS ASSEMBLY OR DISMANTLING MEANS OR WITH IDLE PART : Including support or guide means for disassembled element : Electro-static)

Patent 5234330: Dies
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : WITH APPARATUS ASSEMBLY OR DISMANTLING MEANS OR WITH IDLE PART : For extrusion or injection type shaping means : Electro-static)

Patent 5234331: Automated pipe making machine
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND MEANS TO FEED MEASURED CHARGE OF FLUENT MATERIAL THERETO : Means to move feed means to female mold : Traveling female mold : Toggle)

Patent 5234332: Molding process for multiple molds
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : GANG-PRESS, PLURAL PARALLEL LEAVES OR PLATENS : Including intermediate chute, conveyor or guide means)

Patent 5234333: Apparatus for making and postforming reinforced plastic rods
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PREFORM RESHAPING OR RESIZING MEANS: OR VULCANIZING MEANS INCLUDING A CONFORMING PREFORM SUPPORT : Convoluting or twisting means : Opposed, registering, coacting mold cavities)

Patent 5234334: Device for making pizza rounds
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PREFORM RESHAPING OR RESIZING MEANS: OR VULCANIZING MEANS INCLUDING A CONFORMING PREFORM SUPPORT : Shaping surfaces per se (e.g., mandrel, etc.) : Relatively reciprocating plunger and female mold)

Patent 5234335: Hydraulically, pneumatically or mechanically driven power unit
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : PRESS FORMING APPARATUS HAVING OPPOSED PRESS MEMBERS : Isostatic type)

Patent 5234336: Pressure molding apparatus for molten resin
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : With means to heat or cool : Including heated or cooled nozzle : Comprising staged inflation means)

Patent 5234337: Injection mold and coupling assembly for use in an injection molding machine
(PLASTIC ARTICLE OR EARTHENWARE SHAPING OR TREATING: APPARATUS : FEMALE MOLD AND CHARGER TO SUPPLY FLUENT STOCK UNDER PRESSURE THERETO IN FLUID-TIGHT RELATIONSHIP (E.G., INJECTION MOLD, ETC.) : With means to close mold : Screw feeder)

Patent 5234338: Autoclavable head and handle for dental syringe
(DENTISTRY : APPARATUS : Having intra-oral dispensing means : Movably mounter tray or holder)

Patent 5234339: Implant supported prosthesis
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : Between tooth engaging clasp and denture)

Patent 5234340: Handicraft guide
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Decorative sewing, needlework, weaving, or textile designing : Orthogonal projection)

Patent 5234341: Wearer-removable dental implant attachment
(DENTISTRY : PROSTHODONTICS : Holding or positioning denture in mouth : Between tooth engaging clasp and denture)

Patent 5234342: Sustained release method for treating teeth surfaces
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 5234343: Moldable dental material and method
(DENTISTRY : METHOD OR MATERIAL FOR TESTING, TREATING, RESTORING, OR REMOVING NATURAL TEETH : Impression taking or bite determination)

Patent 5234344: Book package
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : VISUAL ART OR CRAFT, ARTISTIC ADORNMENT, OR COLOR TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATION : Color application (e.g., painting, etc.) : Building or room interior represented pictorially or by model)

Patent 5234345: Survey technique for readership of publications
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : PSYCHOLOGY : Soldering or welding)

Patent 5234346: Educational and training simulator system and method
(EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION : AUDIO RECORDING AND VISUAL MEANS : Image projector : With code on audio carrier for controlling operation of apparatus : Reading head moved past stationary audio track)

Patent 5234347: Rotatable connector for telephone transmitter
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INTERRELATED CONNECTORS RELATIVELY MOVABLE DURING USE : Movement about axis : Rotary movement : Including annular contact : Coaxial annular contacts : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface : Three or more such contacts : Engaged by resiliently biased contact : Laterally biased finger contact :)

Patent 5234348: Front removable/serviceable RF backplane
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With mating connector which receives panel circuit edge : Receives plural panel circuit edges : Mounted for controlled movement with respect thereto)

Patent 5234349: Socket for the use of electric part
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : PREFORMED PANEL CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT, E.G., PCB, ICM, DIP, CHIP, WAFER, ETC. : With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to another panel circuit : Micro panel circuit arrangement, e.g., ICM, DIP, chip, wafer, etc. : Dual inline package (DIP) : Contact having resilient shank)

Patent 5234350: Selective device for electrical connection fitted with safety disk and complementary disk
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH CONTACT PREVENTER OR RETRACTABLE COVER PART : Movably mounted : Moved by mating connector : Moved about an axis : Connector moved rectilinearly for engagement, preventer or cover moved about axis parallel to direction of connector movement : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 5234351: Memory card holder and ejection mechanism
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING SEPARATOR : Nonconducting pusher : Including handle for direct manual urge to separate : Coaxial contacts, center one comprising separator, e.g., photo flash)

Patent 5234352: Lower engaged seal rib configuration
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : HAVING RESILIENT HOUSING FOR SEALING WITH COUPLED CONNECTOR : Housing comprising resilient latching means : Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material)

Patent 5234353: Hybrid input/output connector having low mating force and high cycle life and contacts therefor
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : ADAPTED TO COOPERATE WITH DUPLICATE CONNECTOR : Butt coupling : Pivotal)

Patent 5234354: Metal retainer on connector for holding inserted printed circuit board
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Coupling part for receiving edge of planar board moving parallel to plane : With angular mating : Adapter)

Patent 5234355: Premold for a twist locking female connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Bayonet coupling part movable about its axis : Having axially extending bayonet contact : Lamp or electron tube socket)

Patent 5234356: Connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : With additional means to cause or prevent unlatching : Retractable sheath)

Patent 5234357: Lock mechanism for electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH COUPLING MOVEMENT-ACTUATING MEANS OR RETAINING MEANS IN ADDITION TO CONTACT OF COUPLING PART : Retaining means : Finger or stretchable sleeve resiliently urged laterally of connection : Finger inwardly biased during coupling or uncoupling : Rearwardly extending finger : Having radially outwardly facing contact surface)

Patent 5234358: Strain relief shell for an electrical connector
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH STRESS RELIEVING MEANS FOR CONDUCTOR TO TERMINAL JOINT : Conductor gripped by or entirely within connector housing : Longitudinally divided connector housing grips conductor : Distinct clamp actuated by threaded connector part)

Patent 5234359: Terminal device for electrical connection
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : INCLUDING HANDLE OR DISTINCT MANIPULATING MEANS : Randomly manipulated implement : Including handle operated screw to effect gripping of overhead conductor)

Patent 5234360: Multiple outlet extension cord
(ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS : WITH FLACCID CONDUCTOR AND WITH ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR SPACED THEREALONG : And with third connector spaced therealong : Bared cable wrapped into U-shape about insertion projection)

Patent 5234361: Foiled grating for jet watercraft
(MARINE PROPULSION : JET DRIVE : Having means to increase fluid drive means efficiency : Produced by combustion)

Patent 5234362: Outboard motor with improved housing interface
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Propulsion unit casing : Cage or screen)

Patent 5234363: Battery charging device installing structure for outboard motor
(MARINE PROPULSION : SCREW PROPELLER : Propulsion unit casing : Cowl : With open bottom)

Patent 5234364: Exhaust system for small planing boat
(MARINE PROPULSION : MEANS FOR ACCOMODATING OR MOVING ENGINE FLUIDS : Means for handling exhaust gas : Tell-tale outlet)

Patent 5234365: Marker buoy apparatus
(BUOYS, RAFTS, AND AQUATIC DEVICES : BUOY : Marker buoy : With signalling device : Responsive to hydrostatic pressure)

Patent 5234366: Method of manufacturing a cathode ray tube
(ELECTRIC LAMP OR SPACE DISCHARGE COMPONENT OR DEVICE MANUFACTURING : APPARATUS : Assembly means : Having electrode positioning or assembly means : Emissive type)

Patent 5234367: Articulated gliding ring
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : AERODYNAMICALLY SUPPORTED OR RETARDED : Spinning disc (e.g., flying saucer) : Having through air passage : Including elastomeric actuator)

Patent 5234368: Turkey call having resonant chamber
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including mouthpiece for blowing or sucking : Including fluid-driven rotary blades)

Patent 5234369: Animal call, and methods of and apparatus for making same
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : OPERATED BY RELATIVELY MOVING FLUID OR PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL : Including mouthpiece for blowing or sucking : Vibratory reed sounder : Including distinct means for enabling selection of pitch)

Patent 5234370: Posable doll hair and method of manufacture for the same
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : FIGURE TOY OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Head : Having hair : Eyelash)

Patent 5234371: Loin puller
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : Loin remover : Carcass conveyed to cutter in horizontal position)

Patent 5234372: Tendon extraction system
(BUTCHERING : SINEW REMOVER : Loin remover)

Patent 5234373: Air conditioner
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Louvered air distributor : Moveable : Plural vanes pivoting about individual axes : Serially arranged sets)

Patent 5234374: Air duct closure system
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : With adjustable valve : In housing within room)

Patent 5234375: Mushroom harvesting equipment
(CROP THRESHING OR SEPARATING : FRUIT OR VEGETABLE PROCESSING APPARATUS : Stripper or stemmer : With rotary cutter : Suspended)

Patent 5234376: Spiral spring of a torsional damper
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : FLUID COUPLING : Including multiple piston-cylinder devices radially spaced from axis of rotation : Member is coiled spring)

Patent 5234377: Composite spring with improved ends
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : TORQUE TRANSMITTED VIA FLEXIBLE ELEMENT : Element is an open loop spring curved about rotational axis : Plurality of disparate elements)

Patent 5234378: Balanced rotary assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : SHAFTING : Particular vibration dampening or balancing structure : Corrugated structure)

Patent 5234379: Cue ball accurate rebound tool
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Practice device or device to aid in aiming cue or cue ball during shots (e.g., to assist in bank shots, etc.) :)

Patent 5234380: Multi-speed torque transmission system for connecting parallel shafts
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including belt shiftable axially from one to another surface of stepped pulley or coaxial pulleys of different diameter : Selection by axially movable pin engaged in opening through selected pulley)

Patent 5234381: Open-ended chain for a traveling chain transmission having reverse bend prevention
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : CONTROL FOR VARIABLE INPUT TO OUTPUT SPEED-RATIO : Including belt shiftable axially from one to another surface of stepped pulley or coaxial pulleys of different diameter : Selection by axially movable pin engaged in opening through selected pulley)

Patent 5234382: Belt deviation control apparatus
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : With sensor for controlling operation of shifter to correct belt training deviation : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface : Rotatable on same axis as shiftable guide roll or pulley : To initiate relative axial movement of belt-engaging surfaces of guide roll or pulley :)

Patent 5234383: Temperature compensated tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster or shifter driven by electrical or fluid motor : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 5234384: Automatic tensioner
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along arcuate path to tension belt : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)

Patent 5234385: Belt tension adjusting device
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Guide roll mounted for movement of its axis along arcuate path to tension belt : Guide roll spring biased in belt-tensioning direction : Shifter actuated by handle pivoted about fixed axis)

Patent 5234386: Actuator and actuator arrangement
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : SYSTEM INCLUDING SPACED PULLEYS INTERCONNECTED BY A BELT : Extending along entire length of belt run)

Patent 5234387: Toothed belt and method for producing the same
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : POSITIVE DRIVE BELT : Drive surfaces on belt formed in or interconnected by continuous flexible member : Drive surfaces on longitudinally spaced teeth formed integral with flexible member : With embedded metal layer)

Patent 5234388: Differential with gear support plate and bearing
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : DIFFERENTIAL PLANETARY GEARING : Bevel gear differential : With roller bearing between gear and its support : With roller bearing between output gear and shaft)

Patent 5234389: Releasable overrunning coupling power transmission mechanism acting in cooperation with a friction brake
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural drive ratios other than unity : Including one-way clutch or brake : Including one-way clutch or brake)

Patent 5234390: Gear transmission with undulating surface clutch and brake element connections
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH MEANS TO VARY DRIVE RATIO OR DISCONNECT DRIVE (E.G., BRAKE OR CLUTCH) : Plural elements selectively braked : Brake for sun, carrier and orbit : Including one-way clutch or brake : And brake for carrier)

Patent 5234391: Water exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 5234392: Track athlete trainer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5234393: Skipping apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SKIPPING : Foot pedal pivots about single horizontal axis)

Patent 5234394: Universal, portable exercise apparatus adaptable to fit a chair
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Multidirectionally movable bag or pad)

Patent 5234395: Adjustable asymmetric-resistance upper body exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing frictional force resistance : Including rotating friction element : Disk or ring friction element or portion thereof : And flexible force transmitting linkage element)

Patent 5234396: Adjustable stretching step
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : User interface element)

Patent 5234397: Method of and apparatus for making composite filter rod sections for use in filter tipping machines
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTROL MEANS ENERGIZED IN RESPONSE TO ACTIVATOR STIMULATED BY CONDITION SENSOR : Cigarette filter making :)

Patent 5234398: Method and apparatus for folding end closure panels
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : CONTAINER MAKING : Rigid container (e.g., box, carton, cap, cup, etc.) : Folding : End flap folding : By endless conveyor belt or chain)

Patent 5234399: Buckle chute jam access means
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Folding : With means to advance work or product : Folding by buckling : Buckle chute folding : Roller)

Patent 5234400: Method and apparatus for the separation, particularly classification of a solids/liquid mixture
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including driven material-moving means therein : Rotatably driven coaxially with bowl, but differing as to direction or speed : Including element having helical blade : Modified blade :)

Patent 5234401: Penis erection assisting device
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Stoma closures (e.g., colostomy plugs))

Patent 5234402: Apparatus and method for augmenting male potency with user tissue protection
(SURGERY : SEXUAL APPLIANCE : Retention means : Implanted)

Patent 5234403: Blood collecting apparatus
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Filter means : Arterial and venous needles)

Patent 5234404: Diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of coronary artery disease by exercise simulation using closed loop drug delivery of an exercise
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)

Patent 5234405: Brain resuscitation device and method for performing the same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Gas application : Gas mixed with other material : Ejector pivoted or swung into operating position)

Patent 5234406: Method and system for continuous spinal delivery of anesthetics
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed through a piercing conduit (e.g., trocar) inserted into body : For anesthetizing patient : By catheter)

Patent 5234407: Method and device for exchanging cardiovascular guide catheter while a previously inserted angioplasty guide wire remains in place
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With means to advance or steer catheter, excluding remotely controlled devices : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands)

Patent 5234408: Tissue bondable cystostomy tube and method of cystostomy tube implantation
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Implanted connecting means : Obturator or stylet)

Patent 5234409: Female incontinence control device and method
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having valve means (e.g., ball valve, etc.) in fluid or material delivery lumen : Valve controlling means)

Patent 5234410: Catheter assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body piercer, obturator rod, or stylet axially movable within body entering conduit while latter is disposed in body : Having flow closure means for conduit : Rotational movement)

Patent 5234411: Catheter assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body entering conduit axially movable within flexible protective sheath facilitating sterile insertion into body duct : Having curved portion)

Patent 5234412: Flow regulator for a drip chamber
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Rotatable type valve : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)

Patent 5234413: Infusion rate regulator device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Rotatable type valve : Specific structure of means connecting body entering conduit to syringe)

Patent 5234414: Automatically closed dripping apparatus for intravenous administration
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for controlling material flow to or from body, or metering a predetermined dose or amount : Drip meter : Having float controlling or indicating material flow from chamber : Conduit or holder therefor removably attached to another injector component by friction)

Patent 5234416: Intravascular catheter with a nontraumatic distal tip
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With reinforcing structure : Lumen enforced by embedded or coiling strands : Braided or woven strands surrounding lumen :)

Patent 5234417: Enternal tube incorporating a ferrule
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : Coupling or connector structure : Shaped for cardiovascular system)

Patent 5234418: Apparatus and method for bathing and/or soaking
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body)

Patent 5234419: Suction drainage infection control system
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Aspiration collection container or trap (e.g., canister, etc.) : Having vacuum shutoff means (e.g., float valve, etc.) : Means moved by person to produce suction (e.g., squeeze bulb, piston, etc.))

Patent 5234420: Collection chamber support device
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : With body support means (e.g., belt, garment, etc.) : Bag attached to seal ring)

Patent 5234421: Diaper for incontinent dogs
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Opening for exposing umbilical cord, penis, or tail : Release sheet)

Patent 5234422: Elasticized sanitary napkin
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Carboxy-radical containing)

Patent 5234423: Absorbent article with elastic waist feature and enhanced absorbency
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Waist opening : And waist opening)

Patent 5234424: Osmotically driven syringe
(SURGERY : CONTROLLED RELEASE THERAPEUTIC DEVICE OR SYSTEM : Osmotic or diffusion pumped device or system :)

Patent 5234425: Variable diameter sheath method and apparatus for use in body passages
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 5234426: Helical-tipped lesion localization needle device and method of using the same
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 5234427: Electrosurgical unit
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Systems : Combined cutting-coagulation : With thermal control means)

Patent 5234428: Disposable electrocautery/cutting instrument with integral continuous smoke evacuation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)

Patent 5234429: Cauterization instrument and associated surgical method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)

Patent 5234430: Orthopedic fixation screw and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Pin connector)

Patent 5234431: Bone plate arrangement
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Cortical plate : Multi-element or coated plate : With forceps or tweezers)

Patent 5234432: Method and apparatus for definitive cutting of a femur
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Shape memory material)

Patent 5234433: Method and instrumentation for unicompartmental total knee arthroplasty
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Osteotomy jig or fixture : Knee or knee joint : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 5234434: Mutliple guide sleeve drill guide
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 5234435: Surgical method and apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Wiring aid : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))

Patent 5234436: Sheath structure for a surgical knife
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5234437: Detachable pusher-vasoocclusion coil assembly with threaded coupling
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5234438: Process and device for creating new tunnels in tissue
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5234439: Method and instrument assembly for removing organ
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : With collecting means for removed material : By pressure application)

Patent 5234440: Ear tag applicator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for applying animal identification device : With collecting means for removed material)

Patent 5234441: Epilating appliance
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removal of skin or material therefrom : Physical removal of hair or hair plugs from skin : Fetus extractor)

Patent 5234442: Epilating appliance
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removal of skin or material therefrom : Physical removal of hair or hair plugs from skin : Fetus extractor)

Patent 5234443: Endoscopic knot tying apparatus and methods
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

Patent 5234444: Christoudias knot--transfer method and instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

Patent 5234445: Endoscopic suturing device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

Patent 5234447: Side-to-end vascular anastomotic staple apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Alignment device (e.g., approximators))

Patent 5234448: Method and apparatus for connecting and closing severed blood vessels
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Connector for hollow body organs : Alignment device (e.g., approximators))

Patent 5234449: Suture clip with reduced hinge mass
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Surgical mesh, connector, clip, clamp or band : Occluding clip, clamp, or band : Artery or vein : Removable)

Patent 5234450: Valvulotome catheter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 5234451: Apparatus for eliminating occlusions and stenoses in body cavities
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Blood vessel, duct or teat cutter, scrapper or abrader : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 5234452: Earwax curette with light beam localizing device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Curette : Occluding clip, clamp, or band)

Patent 5234453: Cobalt base alloy end effectors for laparoscopic surgical scissors
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Cutting, puncturing or piercing : Cutter carried on elongated probe-like member : Artery or vein)

Patent 5234454: Percutaneous intragastric balloon catheter and method for controlling body weight therewith
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 5234455: Lipped cannula and methods of introducing surgical instruments in arthroscopic surgical procedures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Puncturing or piercing)

Patent 5234456: Hydrophilic stent
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent structure : Self-expanding stent : Temperature responsive)

Patent 5234457: Impregnated stent
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : Expanding dilator (e.g., expanding arm, etc.) : Nose or throat)

Patent 5234458: Filter device intended to prevent embolisms
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Internal pressure applicator (e.g., dilator) : With emboli trap or filter : Nose or throat)

Patent 5234459: Method of controlling the flow of blood through a limb
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : External pressure applicator : Tourniquet : Nose or throat)

Patent 5234460: Laparoscopy instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Forceps : Head)

Patent 5234462: Method and kit for accelerating the closing of open skin wounds
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Sutureless closure : Material placed on opposed sides of incision or wound : Horn bender)

Patent 5234463: Method for desizing and scouring of a cloth
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : CLEANING OR LAUNDERING : Degumming or desizing : With stretching)

Patent 5234464: Method of dyeing textile webs with reactive dyestuffs: successive applications of reactive dye and alkali solutions
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : REACTIVE DYE COMPOSITION, PROCESS, OR PRODUCT : Pretreatment of substrate)

Patent 5234465: Pad-dyeing of cellulose fibers with sulfur black dyes: mixture of dithionite and glucose reducing sugar as reducing agent in aqueous
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : ORGANIC ADDITIVE FOR DYE COMPOSITION, DYE COMPOSITION CONTAINING ORGANIC ADDITIVE, PROCESS OR PRODUCT; OTHER THAN EMULSIFIER, PH ADJUSTER OR STARCH OR GUM PRINT PASTE THICKENER : Polymeric additive : Carbohydrate : Phenol-aldehyde polymer)

Patent 5234466: Lowering of the pH of textile processing solutions by adding urea sulfate as a pH adjusting agent
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : ORGANIC ADDITIVE FOR DYE COMPOSITION, DYE COMPOSITION CONTAINING ORGANIC ADDITIVE, PROCESS OR PRODUCT; OTHER THAN EMULSIFIER, PH ADJUSTER OR STARCH OR GUM PRINT PASTE THICKENER : Ureas, thioureas, pseudoureas, or pseudothioureas : Aromatic)

Patent 5234467: Azo dye mixtures and their use for dyeing natural and synthetic polyamide fibers
(BLEACHING AND DYEING; FLUID TREATMENT AND CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF TEXTILES AND FIBERS : DYE OR POTENTIAL DYE COMPOSITION, ADDITIVE, TREATMENT, PROCESS, PRODUCT, OR ANCILLARY DYE OPERATION : Mixed dyes, noncomplexed : Azo : Sulfonated azo : Amino)

Patent 5234468: Process for utilizing a pumpable fuel from highly dewatered sewage sludge
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : PROCESSES : Sewage treatment : Slow)

Patent 5234469: Process for disposing of sewage sludge
(GAS: HEATING AND ILLUMINATING : PROCESSES : Leakage)

Patent 5234470: Media for use in pressurized device and method of farming
(ABRASIVE TOOL MAKING PROCESS, MATERIAL, OR COMPOSITION : MISCELLANEOUS : Metal or metal oxide)

Patent 5234471: Polyimide gas separation membranes for carbon dioxide enrichment
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SELECTIVE DIFFUSION OF GASES : Selective diffusion of gases through substantially solid barrier (e.g., semipermeable membrane, etc.) : Nitrogen or nitrogen containing compound permeates barrier :)

Patent 5234472: Separation of gas mixtures including hydrogen
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : Including reduction of pressure : Plural pressure varying steps (e.g., pressure swing adsorption, etc.) : Sweep gas used : Feed gas or constituent thereof is sweep gas :)

Patent 5234473: Heating platen transfer device
(CHEMISTRY: ELECTRICAL CURRENT PRODUCING APPARATUS, PRODUCT, AND PROCESS : CURRENT PRODUCING CELL, ELEMENTS, SUBCOMBINATIONS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE THEREWITH AND ADJUNCTS : Cell enclosure structure, e.g., housing, casing, container, cover, etc. : Having seal feature : And terminal seal)

Patent 5234474: Fuel compositions comprising fullerenes
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : SOLID CARBONACEOUS FUEL DISPERSED IN A LIQUID MEDIUM (E.G., DISPERSED COAL, COKE, CARBON POWDER, PEAT, ETC.) : The liquid medium is, or contains, hydrocarbon : Liquid hydrocarbon, or liquid hydrocarbon and water, are the only components : With organic or second elemental material)

Patent 5234475: Hydrocarbon fuels having one or more fullerenes therein as indentification media
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : SOLID CARBONACEOUS FUEL DISPERSED IN A LIQUID MEDIUM (E.G., DISPERSED COAL, COKE, CARBON POWDER, PEAT, ETC.) : The liquid medium is, or contains, hydrocarbon : Liquid hydrocarbon, or liquid hydrocarbon and water, are the only components : With organic or second elemental material)

Patent 5234476: Polynitrogen compound having two terminal cycles of the imide type, their preparations and uses
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Heterocyclic carbon compound containing a hetero ring having chalcogen or nitrogen as the only ring hetero atoms : The hetero ring contains five members including nitrogen and carbon (e.g., pyrrolidones, porphines, etc.) : Acyclic chalcogen bonded directly to each carbon adjacent to the ring nitrogen (e.g., succinimides, etc.) : Substituent on the ring nitrogen contains an acyclic -C(=X)- group, wherein X is chalcogen :)

Patent 5234477: Method of reducing NO.sub.x emissions in gasoline vehicles
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Containing organic -C(=O)O- compound (e.g., fatty acids, etc.) : Nitrogen or oxygen bonded directly to the carbon of the -C(=O)O- group (e.g., carbamic and carbonic compounds, etc.) : Chalcogen or additional nitrogen in the organic nitrogen compound)

Patent 5234478: Fuel additive method of preparation and motor fuel composition
(FUEL AND RELATED COMPOSITIONS : LIQUID FUELS (EXCLUDING FUELS THAT ARE EXCLUSIVELY MIXTURES OF LIQUID HYDROCARBONS) : Organic nitrogen compound containing : Having -C(=X)- bonded directly to the nitrogen, wherein X is chalcogen : Additional nitrogen attached indirectly to the -C(=X)- group by acyclic nonionic bonding : Plural nitrogens or plural chalcogens attached indirectly to the -C(=O)O- group by acyclic nonionic bonding)

Patent 5234479: Compressed natural gas dryer system and method of operation
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : SOLID SORPTION : Including reduction of pressure : Sweep gas used : Feed gas or constituent thereof is sweep gas : Feed gas or constituent thereof is sweep gas)

Patent 5234480: Method and apparatus for decreasing problems caused by residual or reaction gases or gases harmful to a process
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : DEGASIFICATION OF LIQUID : Plural successive degassing treatments : Alkene sorbed)

Patent 5234481: Filtration and pressure stabilization device for variable-flow ventilation system
(GAS SEPARATION: PROCESSES : WITH CONTROL RESPONSIVE TO SENSED CONDITION : Pressure sensed : Heating)

 

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