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| Application No. | Application Title | Issue Date |
| 20110044685 | Optical network unit having automatic shutdown An optical network unit useful in a passive optical network has capability for automatic shutdown upon detection of a malfunction, thereby protecting the integrity of upstream data transmitted in the network. The unit detects the generation of upstream light during inte... | 02/24/2011 |
| 20110043914 | Omnidirectionally reflective buoyant rope A flexible abrasion resistant water shedding omnidirectionally reflective rope has a central low-density polymeric closed cell foam core comprising EPDM, Neoprene, SBR, NBR, EVA, PVC, PVC/NBR foam surrounded by cylindrically braided sleeve of reflective strips composed ... | 02/24/2011 |
| 20110041780 | Therapeutic gel pad A therapeutic gel pad for household pets and farm animals is worn on a pet's injured or sensitive body part to facilitate healing and provide protection or treatment. The therapeutic gel pad includes a base gel layer and an upper gel layer appointed to intimately contac... | 02/24/2011 |
| 20110041779 | Therapeutic pet boot A pet boot having therapeutic properties is worn on a pet's injured or sensitive paw to facilitate healing and or provide protection. The therapeutic pet boot includes an external boot member having a shaft and a paw portion constructed to form a cavity integrated there... | 02/24/2011 |
| 20110029004 | Tongue cleaning system A tongue cleaning system uses a disposable glove mitt that has a plurality of mild abrasive strips on the palm facing side of the glove. The user wears the glove mitt and moves the glove up and down on the tongue. The abrasive strips effectively remove food particles wh... | 02/03/2011 |
| 20110026922 | Optical fiber network with improved fiber utilization A passive optical network system and method in which at least part of the data is optically transmitted through a single optical fiber using a wavelength division multiplexing technique, with a plurality of signals being carried through the fiber in each direction, a di... | 02/03/2011 |
| 20110000422 | Whistle with possession control indicating system A basketball sports whistle having an integral basketball possession indicator at the eye level of the referee enables the referee to accurately determine which team is entitled to possession of the basketball without diverting his eyes from the basketball court. The re... | 01/06/2011 |
| 20100323155 | Sent emitting patch and/or bandage A scent emitting patch remains securely attached to the skin of a wearer and is appointed for controlled release of scents. The patch is constructed having an external top layer and backing layer with a skin-contacting portion. The skin-contacting segment contains an ad... | 12/23/2010 |
| 20100306064 | Method, system and apparatus for interactive billboard advertising at a live entertainment event A system and method collects and processes data from attendants to a live entertainment event at a venue. The system and method employ a wireless interactive device that is capable of (i) receiving and transmitting messages, (ii) accepting input via a user interface, an... | 12/02/2010 |
| 20100277945 | Interchangeable attachments for accessories for pets An article forming pet gear appointed to be worn by a pet, including pet coats, jackets, shirts or sweaters, has a plurality of interchangeable attachments appointed to modify the article's look, feel and function. The article comprises a proximal end, distal end and a ... | 11/04/2010 |
| 20100277944 | Interchangeable attachments for accessories An interchangeable attachment modifies the look and feel of an article, such as a hair accessory (head bands, barrettes), hand bag and clutch, belt, and cap. The article comprises a proximal end, distal end and a central section having at least one connection means appo... | 11/04/2010 |
| 20100277943 | Interchangeable attachments for collars, leashes, belts and accessories An article, including pet collars and leashes, belts, bags and backpacks, has an interchangeable attachment. The article comprises a proximal end, distal end and a central section having at least one connection means appointed to receive the interchangeable attachment. ... | 11/04/2010 |
| 20100275473 | Wear resistant components A wear component for ground engaging machinery is disclosed. The wear component has a shell formed from a first metallic material and an inner body formed from a second metallic material. The first material is relatively tough, and resistant to impact forces, and the se... | 11/04/2010 |
| 20100267324 | Airflow regulator The invention provides an airflow regulator for a mine passage, comprising: a louver blade pivotable to a predetermined position, which is in a range from a closed position in which the louver blade restricts at least a portion of the passage to an open position in whic... | 10/21/2010 |
| 20100239619 | Semi-permanent color for application to the skin and applicators therefor A semi-permanent skin colorant patch provides a vehicle for transferring color to the skin. The color is water insoluble and remains on the skin for several days unless removed by a solvent. Generally, the semi-permanent skin colorant patch has a matte surface film with... | 09/23/2010 |
| 20100213140 | Disposable strainers for pop-up and basin drains A disposable drain strainer for a pop-up and basin drain includes a top opening to accommodate the upward position of the pop-up drain stopper during drainage of the basin/sink or bathtub. The disposable drain strainer has a strainer portion, a ring portion, and at leas... | 08/26/2010 |
| 20100213111 | Ultra thin disposable drain strainer A disposable ultra-thin drain strainer is removably received within a drain opening of a sink, shower or bathtub having an adjacent drain rim substrate. The strainer has a strainer portion, a ring portion, and has a thickness no greater than 0.091 cm (0.036 inch) for di... | 08/26/2010 |
| 20100212601 | Retractable flat belt reflective pet leash A flexible reflective flat retractable pet leash is retained within a retractable housing device. The reflective pet leash reflects incoming light beams back in the same direction as emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of the pet leash and ... | 08/26/2010 |
| 20100212262 | System and method for reprocessing animal bedding A process and system reprocesses soiled animal bedding material commingled with animal manure. The material is to remove a preponderance of the manure. The remaining soiled bedding is washed in water and a cleaning agent, rinsed and, optionally, bleached to restore colo... | 08/26/2010 |
| 20100203779 | AMPHIBIOUS SHOE AND METHOD OF USE An amphibious shoe has a sole with a fin compartment integrated therein retractably houses of a lightweight fin that converts the shoe from a walking shoe to a swimming shoe. The amphibious shoe includes a fin comprising ridges intermittent between material arranged in ... | 08/12/2010 |
| 20100192274 | Shirt having form-fitting mid-section support A shirt supports and shapes the mid-section of a wearer. Support and shape thereby provided minimizes the appearance of the waistline. The shirt includes a top-section and a mid-section having lateral regions constructed to engage with a waistline of the wearer when the... | 08/05/2010 |
| 20100170039 | Blanket for placement upon an infant secured in a seat and method of use A blanket is placed upon an infant in a car seat. The blanket has contoured sleeves and an open back construction of the blanket, as well as stabilization means for securing the base section of the blanket onto an outer, exterior bottom portion of the seat. With these f... | 07/08/2010 |
| 20100168749 | Disposable reamer shaft or modular spherical or tapered hollow reamer assembly for medical applications A low cost disposable reamer shaft is made from a rod or tube stock of stainless steel, Nitinol or fiber reinforced polymer having a precise outer diameter in the range of 4 to 14 millimeter and is cut to a shaft length of 250 to 400 millimeters. An attachment piece wit... | 07/01/2010 |
| 20100153244 | Credit card, credit card systems and method A credit card and credit card payment system includes a zero-LOC card account having an associated zero-LOC card with a unique identification number and a zero line of credit. The issuer of the zero-LOC card assumes no credit risk. This zero-LOC card account is independ... | 06/17/2010 |
| 20100152739 | Disposable flexible reamer shaft for medical applications A low cost disposable flexible reamer shaft has a flexible cylindrical braided tube shaft with an outer diameter in the range of 4 to 14 millimeters and 250 to 400 mm length, and a central aperture for insertion of a flexible polymeric tube. The braided tube shaft is pe... | 06/17/2010 |
| 20100143024 | Direct application brush having flow regulator assembly A brush assembly releases a fluid and/or liquid solution directly onto a surface, such as a coat of an animal during grooming, or onto inanimate surfaces such as vehicles. The brush assembly includes a molded brush having a plurality of apertures integrated therein for ... | 06/10/2010 |
| 20100136128 | Odor control fragrance additive An odor control fragrant additive comprises compacted pellets or granules infiltrated with fragrant oil. Cellulosic material, activated carbon and binder are mixed together and compacted to produce compacted pellets or granules. The cellulosic material preferably is pea... | 06/03/2010 |
| 20100131199 | GPS navigation code system A GPS navigation code device has GPS features and easy address retrieval means built in, enabling a driver to retrieve and request directions to an address without taking his eyes off the road. The user pre-programs the GPS navigation code device with a plurality of add... | 05/27/2010 |
| 20100125012 | Target ball game kit A target ball game kit is provided that is easily carried and readily assembled to facilitate play in recreational areas such as parks or beaches. The kit includes a container housing a plurality of paddles, a plurality of balls having varying weights, and at least one ... | 05/20/2010 |
| 20100118895 | Network timing synchronization systems A method and means synchronize timing of a follower system to a reference system. A Hierarchical CFF function (“HCFF”) is applied to a set of Correction Factor Functions types (“CFFs”) or a set of other HCFF. Each CFF type uses the same input data set specific t... | 05/13/2010 |
| 20100087790 | Direct delivery applicator assembly and method of use An applicator directly delivers one or more active ingredients, such as flea, tick, or insect repellant to an animal's skin. The applicator comprises an applicator base connected to an applicator head having at least on prong member constructed with an internal channel ... | 04/08/2010 |
| 20100083912 | Omnidirectionally reflective pet leash A flexible omnidirectionally reflective pet leash and collar having a handle and a cylindrical central core is housed within a cylindrical omnidirectionally reflective sleeve that reflect an incoming light beam back in the same direction as it is emanated. The reflected... | 04/08/2010 |
| 20100078536 | Hands-free device holder for securing hand-held portable electronic device with a screen A hands-free electronic device holder for holding handheld electronic devices with a screen at or below the user's eye level at a typical distance of 20 to 30 cm is provided. The handheld electronic device is selected from MP3 players, video players, cell phones, PDAs, ... | 04/01/2010 |
| 20100069908 | Modular spherical hollow reamer assembly for medical applications A low cost disposable spherical hollow reamer for medical applications includes a reusable shaft and a disposable spherical hollow reamer. The hollow reamer is thin sheet metal with 0.125 mm to 0.812 mm thickness and has plurality of cutters and apertures that extend th... | 03/18/2010 |
| 20100069907 | Modular tapered hollow reamer for medical applications An easy-to-assemble reamer for medical applications includes a shaft portion, a disposable tapered hollow reamer sleeve and a modular pilot. The shaft portion has a proximal end for attachment to a drill, a central cone element with one or more slots and a distal thread... | 03/18/2010 |
| 20100063507 | Low cost modular tapered and spherical hollow reamers for medical applications An easy-to-assemble modular tapered or spherical reamer for medical applications includes a shaft portion, a disposable tapered or spherical hollow reamer and a guide pin. The shaft proximal end attaches to a drill and the distal end has a tapered body element with a ta... | 03/11/2010 |
| 20100050689 | Decorative pendant or locket housing a reading lens A decorative pendant or locket, or jewelry piece, housing a reading lens is provided, including a first portion attached to a second portion arranged to form an interior cavity wherein the retractable reading lens is housed. The reading lens can be drawn or pulled out o... | 03/04/2010 |
| 20100034353 | Scanning X-ray inspection system using scintillation detection with simultaneous counting and integrating modes X-ray radiation is transmitted through and scattered from an object under inspection to detect weapons, narcotics, explosives or other contraband. Relatively fast scintillators are employed for faster X-ray detection efficiency and significantly improved image resolutio... | 02/11/2010 |
| 20090314215 | Odor control additive for animal litter An odor control additive present in a litter formulation provides release of fragrance or odor masking scent only when litter is used by a cat or other animal within a litter box. The odor control additive comprises a plurality of fragrance scent microcapsules that cont... | 12/24/2009 |
| 20090303667 | Scrunch-it earpiece/wire organizer and method of using same An earpiece/wire organizer houses and maintains wires in an untangled manner. The earpiece/wire organizer has a sleeve constructed with mating spine pieces having an interlocking self-adhering surface coat thereon, wherein the sleeve house wires therein to prevent or mi... | 12/10/2009 |
