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Mouse device with a built-in printer
A mouse device for use as an input device of a computer is provided that includes a housing in which recording paper is loadable, and a printer unit provided within the housing for printing on the recording paper print information received from the computer.
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| 20100320333 | Saucer-shaped gyroscopically stabilized vertical take-off and landing aircraft An aircraft that is housed within a gyroscope providing for improved flight stability that includes an inner hull which remains stationary within a rotating outer hull. A rotating plate includes a groove that traces a sinusoidal pattern around an inside periphery of the... | 12/23/2010 |
| 20100301030 | Systems and methods to modify gas metal arc welding and its variants A welding system and method includes a main torch including a main electrode configured to form a first arc with a base metal; a first bypass torch including a first bypass electrode configured to form a second arc with the main electrode; and a second bypass torch incl... | 12/02/2010 |
| 20100287951 | Method and apparatus for flash frozen drinks mixes Embodiments of the present invention relate to a system and method that formulates a drink mixer according to a predetermined recipe and then flash freezing the mix into the form of small frozen pellets. The pellets are used by a person to make one drink or a batch of d... | 11/18/2010 |
| 20100282918 | Saucer shaped gyroscopically stabilized vertical take-off and landing aircraft An aircraft that is housed within a gyroscope providing for improved flight stability that includes an inner hull which remains stationary within a rotating outer hull. A rotating sine-wave ring is used to activate and move a plurality of pistons which will intake air f... | 11/11/2010 |
| 20100213695 | Adjustable tour pack assembly An adjustable assembly attaches to the rear storage compartment of a motorcycle and can be positioned in different locations so as to make the rear seating area larger or smaller as desired.... | 08/26/2010 |
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| 20100165286 | Retainears Safety equipment includes both a securing apparatus for glasses or eyewear and having incorporated therein hearing protection devices. In particular, the hearing protection devices and the way in which they are connected may vary in numerous ways to provide flexible, si... | 07/01/2010 |
| 20100133307 | Lanyard with pocket A lanyard includes at least one portion around its perimeter configured to securely hold an item such as, for example, a writing implement for easy and ready access. In particular, the lanyard may include at least one loop portion through which the writing implement, or... | 06/03/2010 |
| 20100113960 | Method and system for jointly monitoring physiological conditions A method for providing an indication of a state of awareness for a patient, includes the steps of arranging data of an EEG and EMG power spectrogram to provide power versus frequency in a log-log arrangement; calculating a first best-fit line for a lower frequency regio... | 05/06/2010 |
| 20100090838 | Person recovery system and method A system and method provides an electronic bracelet, necklace, clothing, shoes or tag for a person and maintains a database which correlates a variety of information with each such tag. When a person is reported lost or missing, pre-arranged volunteers are mobilized to ... | 04/15/2010 |
| 20100034950 | Method and system for flash freezing coffee-flavored liquid and making cold coffee-based beverages An apparatus and method of flash freezing a coffee-based liquid into small beads and then packaging the beads for consumers is disclosed. The beads are stored in a conventional freezer until desired and then reconstituted into a coffee beverage base as needed. In partic... | 02/11/2010 |
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| 20090295203 | Pressure Relieving Cushion This invention relates to fluid filled sac suitable for use in or as a pressure relieving cushion and including a fluid containing channel structure formed so as to adopt a state when a user sits on the fluid filled sac in which the flow of fluid to the front of the flu... | 12/03/2009 |
| 20090292162 | Non-surgical embryo transfer method and apparatus A device having a catheter and a hub which facilitates the transfer of an embryo containing solution into the uterus of a mammal, for example, a small mammal such as a rat or mouse. The catheter's shape and tip is designed to simplify insertion and minimize injury to th... | 11/26/2009 |
| 20090290344 | LED wall wash light Embodiments of the present invention relate to an LED light fixture that linearly arranges a plurality of LEDs within a housing such that each LED has a respective collimator. The output from the collimators is directed to a diffuser that shapes the light provided by th... | 11/26/2009 |
| 20090277186 | System and method for making dot clumps A method for producing clumped frozen food products includes the steps of forming a plurality of cryogenically manufactured ice cream units; conveying the units along a conveyor to a rotating container; disposing a liquid on the units while the units are within the rota... | 11/12/2009 |
| 20090277089 | Method and apparatus for controlling gasifier efficiency In a gasifier system, the gas thermal conductivity of the producer gas may beneficially be used as a control variable in controlling the combustion parameters of the gasifier process or gasifier system. For example, the control variable may be used to modulate the volum... | 11/12/2009 |
| 20090264805 | Incision bandage Embodiments of the present invention relate to a bandage that has a transparent portion that also includes an arcuate scale for viewing a portion of a wound site underneath the bandage. Additionally, the backing of the bandage may be transparent as well, with a similar ... | 10/22/2009 |
| 20090259136 | Method and system for analyzing and presenting an Electroencephalogram (EEG) A system and method determines from EEG signals the lack of awareness and the depth of anesthesia of a patient to whom an anesthetic agent is being administered. In particular, a log-log representation of the EEG power spectrum is converted to two intersecting lines so ... | 10/15/2009 |
| 20090231775 | Submersible protection device A submersible protection device comprises a housing, at least two electrically conductive probes, an electric circuit, and a voltage supply. The housing defines a substantially fluid tight chamber therein, and the at least two electrically conductive probes extend from ... | 09/17/2009 |
| 20090230260 | Convertible taxidermy mounting system A convertible taxidermy mounting system includes a stand, to which a specimen is mounted, that attaches to a base in different configurations. In one configuration, the base is oriented to be attached to a wall or similar vertical surface while in a second configuration... | 09/17/2009 |
| 20090229484 | Safety cap for small arms cartridge A safety cap for a small arms cartridge fits over the primer end of the cartridge casing and includes a cushioning material and a rigid material. The cap holds the two materials over the primer and prevents a firing pin from igniting the primer; thereby, rendering the c... | 09/17/2009 |
| 20090214292 | Encapsulated manhole cover Embodiments of the present invention relate to a cover for a manhole or similar structure that encapsulates a traditional cover so as to extend the height of the cover. Generally, a conventional manhole cover is partially or entirely encapsulated in polyurethane to chan... | 08/27/2009 |
| 20090183327 | Fingernail cleaning brush A nail cleaning brush is designed to easily clean under a person's fingernail with or without an anti-bacterial solution. The shape of the brush and the handle are designed to facilitate ease-of-use and effectiveness. The handle can include a hollow portion to hold a fl... | 07/23/2009 |
| 20090144911 | Pressure relieving mattress This invention relates to mattresses such as a pressure relieving mattress and in particular ones for profiling beds. The mattress comprises a base portion 11, a carriage portion 12, an upper portion 13 and an inflatable pressure relieving underlay ... | 06/11/2009 |
| 20080300034 | Multi-player games with individual player decks An automatic multiple player gaming machine includes a central game processor and multiple player terminals wherein each player terminal includes a player input and a player display. The gaming machine also includes a common game display and a game program residing in t... | 12/04/2008 |
| 20080296866 | Extendable wheel barrow handle adapters Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adapter that fits over a wheel barrow handle that is extendable. By way of this extension, the height of a handle portion of the adapter may be changed so as to change the effective height of the wheel barrow handle. In ... | 12/04/2008 |
| 20080255527 | Portable eye flushing system and method Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adapter that fits over a convenient water source. The adapter includes a tube that provides a passageway for the fluid to reach the top of the adapter. At the top, there is an eye-cup with an internal delivery means for ... | 10/16/2008 |
| 20080223468 | Storage mechanism for use within recreational vehicles A storage mechanism for managing the hoses used within the service bay of recreational vehicles (RVs) is disclosed. The storage mechanism increases accessibility to various parts within the service bay area, and also reduces safety risk associated with emptying the wast... | 09/18/2008 |
| 20080204225 | System for measuring and analyzing human movement A system for recording force and motion data obtained from a user during an exercise workout or other physical movement is disclosed. The system also can interact with a web-portal mechanism.... | 08/28/2008 |
| 20080149614 | Portable blanket warmer A blanket warmer is disclosed. The blanket warmer is lightweight, portable, and consumes minimal power.... | 06/26/2008 |
| 20080141455 | Computer-controlled water recapture mechanism A system for redirecting clean water that would otherwise go down the drain is disclosed. The system can save both water as well as energy.... | 06/19/2008 |
| 20080147742 | Method and system for evaluating evaluators A system or method presents a plurality of content items to each of a plurality of users and receives an evaluation score for each item from each user. An average score for each item is calculated and then, for each user, a composite variance score is calculated. The co... | 06/19/2008 |
| 20080138487 | Particulate frozen food product Particulate frozen food products exhibiting properties that allow the particles to remain free-flowing when stored in a typical retail grocery or home freezing environment are disclosed. Preferred embodiments include dairy-based products.... | 06/12/2008 |
| 20080140725 | Bracelet, network and database for emergency medical situations A wearable identification and information device can be purchased by an individual and can be used to retrieve previously disclosed information regarding the individual and their health status. The device can be unobtrusively worn by the individual and bears a code, or ... | 06/12/2008 |
| 20080138486 | Particulate frozen food product Particulate frozen food products exhibiting properties that allow the particles to remain free-flowing when stored in a typical retail grocery or home freezing environment are disclosed. Preferred embodiments include dairy-based products.... | 06/12/2008 |
| 20080127879 | Cloth cover for hatch lid of boat A cover for a hatch lid or similar structure of a boat provides a secure, custom fit but is easily replaceable and maintainable. The cover includes a sheet of material having a periphery sized approximately to fit over a hatch lid of a boat and a securing feature includ... | 06/05/2008 |
| 20080080172 | Hunting apparel with indicator lights Outdoor apparel includes at least one LED panel, and preferably more, comprised of plural high-visibility LEDs. The panels may operate in various modes such as steady, slow-blink, and fast-blink. Different color LEDs are also contemplated based on different intended use... | 04/03/2008 |
