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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7061657 | Multichannel optical communication system and method utilizing wavelength and coherence division multiplexing Method and system thereof for transmission of several coherence division multiplexed (CDM) optical signals via one wavelength division multiplexed (WDM) transmission channel of a multichannel WDM telecommunication system to extend the network capacity to a theoretic... | 06/13/2006 |
| 6607311 | Method and system transmitting optical signals generated by multi-line sources via WDM optical network A transmission of optical signals generated by multi-line optical sources is provided via multichannel WDM optical network. Each multi-line optical source generates optical spectral lines within designated spectral range associated with the spectral windo... | 08/19/2003 |
| 6607798 | Fiber-reinforced composite hollow structure, method for production thereof, and apparatus therefor Center cores are formed by extrusion-molding ABS resin. Seven pieces of the center cores, which are juxtaposed to each other in the horizontal direction, are supplied by a pultruder, and reinforcing long-fibers impregnated with an unsaturated polyester re... | 08/19/2003 |
| 6606569 | Methods and systems for dynamic force measurement Dynamic force measurement methods and systems for measuring forces applied to a structure by use of accelerometers attached to masses of the structure supported by one or more load cells. A load cell signal is combined with a summation of the acceleromete... | 08/12/2003 |
| 6574815 | Pillowtop/panel attachment gusset with ruffled corners An attachment gusset with ruffled corners and method and machinery for manufacture provides a gusset formed of a continuous strip of material which is pleated at corners or turns in direction of the gusset to form ruffles which are attached to an adjacent... | 06/10/2003 |
| 6574513 | EEG electrode assemblies An EEG electrode system for establishing positive electrical contact with the scalp, uses absorptive electrode wrap material in contact with metallic electrodes, with saturated electrode wrap material placed in contact with the scalp. Saturation of the el... | 06/03/2003 |
| 6568490 | Method and apparatus for fabricating rotary cone drill bits A method for manufacturing drill bits in segments, using a single key which is nowhere concave in its axial profile to position all three segments together for welding; and drill bits so made.... | 05/27/2003 |
| 6571293 | Multifunction peripheral to host communications A data processing system comprising a single Host coupled by a communications channel to a single multifunction peripheral is disclosed. The multifunction peripheral comprises a paper tray, a display, a user input device, a processor, a first memory for l... | 05/27/2003 |
| 6560508 | Standard parts metering system A system and method for collecting, inventorying, stocking and performing metered delivery of standard parts to an assembly operation. Standard parts are collected from multiple suppliers in an optimized pick-up route, and delivered to a standard parts me... | 05/06/2003 |
| 6556117 | Multi-channel uniform output type transformer A multi-channel output type transformer for outputting uniformly balanced voltage among multiple output channels. The transformer comprising a primary winding and a secondary winding that is wound round a winding shaft portion of a core. The secondary win... | 04/29/2003 |
| 6553490 | Computer system including local computer with capability to automatically update operating system or application program from network server A local computer stores a current program such as an operating system or an application. A network server stores a latest program which is a latest version of the current program, and an identifier program for generating an identification corresponding to... | 04/22/2003 |
| 6540699 | System for incorporating sonomicrometer functions into medical instruments and implantable biomedical devices A biomedical apparatus is disclosed including an implantable biomedical device for providing biomedical assistance to the body structure and a device controller for regulating the operation of the biomedical device. A sonomicrometer arrangement is provide... | 04/01/2003 |
| 6535066 | Dynamic RF amplifier bias control for digital wireless communications devices An adaptive bias control scheme for an Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplex ("OFDM") transmitter. The transmitter chain is comprised of class A amplifiers. The amplifiers in the transmit chain are backed off from P1dB to ensure linear amplification of ... | 03/18/2003 |
| 6507806 | Computer aided design (CAD) system for automatically constructing datum reference frame (DRF) and feature control frame (FCF) for machine part A formal drawing for a machine part includes datum features that are used to construct a Datum Reference Frame (DRF) for the part. A Feature Control Frame (FCF) for each datum feature that is intended to eliminate roll about a fixed primary axis of the DR... | 01/14/2003 |
| 6501472 | Method and system for transmitting graphical images Techniques for transmitting graphical images in a network environment are described. According to the techniques, the amount of data of the graphical images that is transmitted is customized in accordance with client and/or server supplied information. Th... | 12/31/2002 |
| 6499439 | Modular stamped sight glass assembly A sight glass assembly for a water heater flame trap and a method of making same is disclosed. A rectangular-shaped sight glass frame casing being comprised of a thin metal plate further comprising a rounded rectangular cut-out window and two metal tabs o... | 12/31/2002 |
| 6502011 | Method and apparatus for presenting and managing information in an automated parking structure A method and system for monitoring and controlling an automated parking system using a graphical user interface is described. The described method includes the step of displaying a graphical representation of a floor of an automated parking garage. The me... | 12/31/2002 |
| 6493905 | Hinge system for watercraft trim flap A hinge is disclosed comprising a mounting member for mounting to a stationary operational surface and having a hinge portion formed along the longitudinal extent of the mounting member. An elongate shaft is included having a hollow cross-sectional profil... | 12/17/2002 |
| 6493686 | Computer implemented machine learning method and system including specifically defined introns In a computer implemented learning and/or process control system, a computer model is constituted by the most currently fit entity in a population of computer program entities. The computer model defines fitness as a function of inputs and outputs. A comp... | 12/10/2002 |
| 6488423 | Synchronous printing The disclosure relates to methods and apparatus for printing a document from a computer workstation to a multifunction peripheral. Upon receiving a print command, the computer workstation determines whether the multifunction peripheral prints pages in a f... | 12/03/2002 |
| 6485307 | Device, kit and method for learning to tie fishing knots A device, kit, and method for learning, teaching or self-teaching to tie knots, especially when applied to fishing line or other flexible elongated material. The apparatus comprises a body having top and bottom sides opposite to one another, the top side ... | 11/26/2002 |
| 6459704 | Method and system for radio-location determination A method for prioritizing multiple access to a communication channel for the transmission of packets from a plurality of devices on the communication channel. It comprises the steps of once a packet is ready to be transmitted over a communications channel... | 10/01/2002 |
| 6460028 | System and method for data organization A system for organizing and accessing information includes the provision of an information gateway wherein information is stored independently of structure, and in a fashion such that it is easily accessible from remote locations. In the system, an inform... | 10/01/2002 |
| 6454756 | Injector of sperm for artificial insemination or fertilized ovum for transplantation of domestic animal and method of operating thereof The injector of the present invention (10) comprises a heat-retaining tube (12), an outer pipe (18) for inserting into a uterus which is fixed parallel to a front end of the heat-retaining tube (12), a syringe (22) for injection inserted into the heat-ret... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6453955 | Liquid dispensing system A liquid dispensing system is disclosed in which a reservoir assembly is provided for receiving a liquid flow from a liquid supply. A liquid level sensor is provided for initiating the liquid flow until a predetermined liquid level is established in the r... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6443317 | Conversion tower display system A flexible retail product display and storage system is adaptable to display and store a wide variety of products, so that the display remains fully stocked with seasonally appropriate merchandise to maximize the effectiveness of retail space. In a conver... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6438632 | Electronic bulletin board system A message desired to be posted on an electronic bulletin board sent from a user's computer is checked with a posting-prohibited word list and a heed-required word list. In the posting-prohibited word list, words previously selected as those inadequate to ... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6434547 | Data capture and verification system A method and system for capturing data and verifying the data accuracy, includes a structured document having defined regions dealing with different categories. Dictionaries specific to the categories are included to check the accuracy. of words and phras... | 08/13/2002 |
| 6434185 | Correlation system for use in wireless direct sequence spread spectrum systems A correlation system for use in wireless direct sequence spread spectrum systems includes a RF down converter which receives an encoded RF signal and generates therefrom analog in-phase (I) and quadrature (Q) signal components. These components are digiti... | 08/13/2002 |
| 6427146 | Database event detection and notification system using type abstraction hierarchy (TAH) A database event detection and notification system includes a rule definer for defining a high level rule which can include conceptual terms (e.g. bad, heavy) and as cooperative operators (e.g. approximate, similar-to, near-to). A rule converter converts ... | 07/30/2002 |
| 6423882 | Airborne gas phase sorption enhancement using ultraviolet light A method and apparatus are disclosed for gas phase sorption in which a sorption device having an inlet is provided in combination with a source of UV light. The UV light is directed at the inlet of the sorption device for the purpose of destroying organic... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6418484 | Method of remotely executing computer processes A method of remotely executing a computer process between a parent computer initiating the process and a child computer executing the process. In one embodiment the process includes a step of associating objects with representations having specific object... | 07/09/2002 |
| 6406009 | Flexible support structure with composite material spring modules mounted directly on frame members and related assembly equipment and methods-microtek III Composite material spring modules have a fiber reinforced composite material spring body with attachment fittings integrally formed about the spring body. The attachment fittings are molded of a flexible material which dynamically responds to changes in t... | 06/18/2002 |
| 6398071 | Apparatus for seed container and shell receptacle The present invention discloses an apparatus for storing fresh, edible seeds in a lower container having an upper container attached thereto for receiving the shells from the used or shucked seeds. The upper portion of the top chamber is a dome-like membe... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6397768 | Mattress border production system A machine for automatically producing a mattress border with handles sewn to the border material. Border material is pre-fed from a selected spool, screened for splice avoidance and measured. Handle material is fed from a selected spool mounted in a multi... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6397412 | Bed frame structures with unibody universal caster mounts, interlocking rail members and flush rail support surfaces A bed frame constructed by assembly of rail members with universal caster mounts at points of intersection of the rails, where ends of the rail members are integrally connected to the universal caster mounts without any bracketry or parts attached to the ... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6377642 | System for clock recovery A decoding system having a clock recovery system for maintaining the optimum time for sampling a signal. The clock recovery system is particularly useful in decoding 1 Mbps signals for two-level Gaussian frequency shift key (GFSK) modulation and 2 Mbps si... | 04/23/2002 |
| 6372186 | Germicidal lamp for harsh environments A germicidal lamp for harsh environments is disclosed. The germicidal lamp is suited for outdoor installation on an HVAC system or related components. The germicidal lamp is made from materials resistant to splashing water, etc., and includes plural seals... | 04/16/2002 |
| 6363400 | Name space extension for an operating system An operating system with a plurality of Native File System Drivers and related Device Drivers is provided with an installable Virtual File System Driver and a Virtual Device Driver for providing file access services to the Operating System through the Nat... | 03/26/2002 |
| 6361800 | Multi-vitamin and mineral supplement This invention is directed to a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement which supplies the right amount of the right micronutrients at the right time to assure adequate intake of micronutrients needed for disease prevention and protection against nutritional... | 03/26/2002 |
