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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7932030 | System for pulling out regulatory elements using yeast Disclosed are methods for identifying molecular interactions between DNA sequences and proteins in vivo. The methods of the invention employ known or suspected DNA-binding proteins and genomic DNA in a plasmid library. Interacting molecules direct the expression of ... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7914514 | Computerized system for monitored retrograde perfusion of tumor sites A computerized system collects, organizes and stores various sets of data during several phases of treatment relating to monitoring and location of a route in vivo and a visible image of that route for retrograde perfusion of a tumor with a therapeutic agent and for... | 03/29/2011 |
| 7851936 | Water current power generation system A water current power generation system is provided, including a plurality of flotation tubes joined by a body structure; a plurality of ballast chambers joined by a body structure; a plurality of induction type power generation units disposed within housings associ... | 12/14/2010 |
| 7844060 | Remote control single crystal speaker system A light socket mounted radio receiver speaker device having a light bulb screw base for attaching to a light socket. A detector having a detector signal input, a first electrical output and a control output is electrically connected to the light bulb screw base. A r... | 11/30/2010 |
| 7819198 | Friction spring release mechanism A one-shot thermally activated release mechanism, the release mechanism including a spiral or helically wound spring wrapped around a set of jaws in a manner that prevents the jaws from expanding; held in this tightened position by two wires, with one wire fixed to ... | 10/26/2010 |
| 7727335 | Device and method for the evaporative deposition of a coating material According to a first aspect, the present invention relates to a device for depositing a high temperature superconductor onto a substrate in vacuum comprising a refilling device for containing a stock of high temperature superconductor material, an evaporation device... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7717274 | Device and method for preparing washed red blood cells for newborn transfusions A newborn transfusion cell washing device generally comprising a disposable, graduated test tube shaped container having a cap with an inlet port, an injection/sampling port, a suction port, and a vent. The container is capable of being inserted into a conventional ... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7715109 | Digital image pointing and digital zoom optical system An optical system for the production of images, comprising an all optical system is disclosed. Said all optical system manipulates images directly by digital electronics without loss in the number of resolvable spots at higher magnifications. ... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7632099 | Measurement system apparatus and method of teaching units of measurement A measurement system apparatus is provided, which includes an elongated bar and a plurality of discrete measurement unit pieces received along the bar. The elongated bar is metered in accordance with a measurement system. Each measurement unit piece represents an in... | 12/15/2009 |
| 7602270 | Actuating magnet An actuating magnet is disclosed comprising an actuating means (2) for exerting a tensile or pressure force on a target element that is to be moved, switched, or latched or unlatched, and comprising a latching means for latching the actuating means (2)... | 10/13/2009 |
| 7578394 | Method and apparatuses for screening A screening machine includes wall members, a screen assembly, and a compression assembly. The screen assembly includes a frame with a plurality of side members and a screen supported by the frame. The compression assembly is attached to at least one wall member and ... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7479540 | Adipomodulin and related molecules and methods Adipomodulin (a light chain molecule) and related molecules and methods useful in the treatment of obesity and obesity-related disorders. ... | 01/20/2009 |
| 7303168 | Aircraft spraying conversion kit for use in extinguishing fires An aircraft spraying conversion kit which provides for the aerial dispensing of a fire extinguishing agent. The kit includes a dispensing manifold assembly removably coupled to an open aircraft door which is supported by a support frame having two parallel support ... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7231263 | Method for controlling insulin pump through internet A method for controlling an insulin pump through the Internet. The method comprises the steps of ascertaining whether a logged-in person is a physician; determining the logged-in person as a nurse when the logged-in person is not a physician, receiving a patient's b... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7204439 | Apparatus and process for control of rotary breakers Efficient process control of a rotary breaker is dependent upon the rate at which aggregate material is delivered to the rotary breaker. An improved pre-screening apparatus provides enhanced control of the amount of undersized material allowed to bypass the rotary b... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7131803 | Multilength tubular transporter A multilength tubular transporter is provided, comprising a base frame, including at least two main beams, wherein the main beams are connected by a plurality of cross members, a floor substantially covering the areas defined by the main beams and cross members; a p... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7097211 | Pipe coupling system having an anti-reversing locking ring A system for coupling a plurality of pipes end-to-end in a locked configuration to thereby form an enclosed conduit comprising a first pipe having a receiving end and an insertion end, a first annular ring track formed on an inner surface of the receiving end; a sec... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7094259 | Physiological total knee implant The present invention generally comprises a fixed bearing prosthesis and a mobile bearing prosthesis. The fixed bearing prosthesis comprises a tibial component, a femoral component and a meniscal component and addressees the loss of congruency during deep knee flexi... | 08/22/2006 |
| 7064140 | Synergistic combinations including N-acylated 4-Hydroxyphenylamine derivatives and caffeine The present invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of opioid and non-opioid analgesics in an intimate admixture with caffeine and an analgesic from a series of N-acylated 4-hydroxyphenylamine derivatives, linked via an alkylene bridge to the nitrogen atom ... | 06/20/2006 |
| 6992134 | Polyurethane system and application thereof The present invention relates to a polyurethane surface and more specifically to a polyurethane surface derived from the catalyzed reaction of equivalent volumes of a polyisocyanate component and an active hydrogen component. The two-component system achieves optima... | 01/31/2006 |
| 6948196 | Portable lavatory apparatus A multi-function portable lavatory apparatus is provided that may be used as a self-supporting portable seat in conjunction with a conventional toilet, as well as a minimal contact portable seat in conjunction with portable bathroom facilities that typically compris... | 09/27/2005 |
| 6864271 | Synergistic combinations including N-acylated 4-hydroxyphenylamine derivatives The present invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of opioid and non-opioid analgesics in an intimate admixture with an analgesic from a series of N-acylated 4-hydroxyphenylamine derivatives, linked via an alkylene bridge to the nitrogen atom of a 1,2-benz... | 03/08/2005 |
| 6806291 | Analgesic compounds, their synthesis and pharmaceutical compositions containing them New analgesic compounds, which are prepared by the hydrolysis of N-acylated 4-hydroxyphenylamine derivatives, their synthesis and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are disclosed. These compounds surprisingly possess high analgesic activity with little hepa... | 10/19/2004 |
| 6805936 | Sports playing surfaces for realistic game play A filled synthetic sports playing surface is provided comprising, generally, a synthetic grass having fibers secured to a backing fabric. The backing fabric may have single, composite or multiple layers. The fibers can be formed from polyolefins, their co-polymers, ... | 10/19/2004 |
| 6782565 | Portable lavatory apparatus A multi-function portable lavatory apparatus is provided that may be used as a self-supporting portable seat in conjunction with a conventional toilet, as well as a minimal contact portable seat in conjunction with portable bathroom facilities that typically compris... | 08/31/2004 |
| 6763882 | Insulated casing and tubing hangers In order to prevent potential electrical hazards associated with supplying power downhole, a hanger is provided for either casing or tubing strings, or a plurality of casing or tubing strings, that electrically insulates the internal suspension mechanism of the hang... | 07/20/2004 |
| 6453603 | Tamper resistant non-corrosive bore hole cover assembly A non-corrosive bore hole cover apparatus for plugging a hole bored in a substrate is provided comprising a top plate molded from a non-metallic material, a bottom plate molded from a non-metallic material, a compressible ring gasket sandwiched between th... | 09/24/2002 |
