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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7941984 | Wind force resistant structure The present disclosure relates to a box-shaped structure of inter-related structural components. The structural components are combined to create a single three dimensional component the shape of a rectangular prism. The structure is formed by creating a pair of ext... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7940119 | Multiple-input and multiple-output amplifier using mutual induction in the feedback network The invention relates to an amplifier capable of producing a plurality of output signals, these output signals being controlled by a plurality of input signals. A multiple-input and multiple-output amplifier of the invention includes 4 signal input terminals, 4 sign... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7939314 | Methods and compositions for rapidly detecting and quantifying viable Methods and compositions detect and quantify viable Legionella. Dip-slides that include an absorbent medium, growth promoting, and growth selective substances are useful in rapid detection and quantification of microcolonies of Legionella. Most probabl... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7939146 | Marker composite for medical implants An x-ray marker for medical implants made of a biocorrodible metallic material, wherein the x-ray marker composite includes 1-40 weight parts of a carrier matrix having a melting point greater than or equal to 43° C., which comprises 90 weight-percent or more at le... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7938926 | Manufacture of a filtering system In a method of and apparatus for manufacturing a filtering screen, a frame of plastics coated metal or reinforced plastics material is located in a jig and at least two sheets of wire cloths are placed over the frame and their edges gripped by pneumatically operated... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7938861 | Implantable orthopaedic device and method for making the same A polymeric implantable orthopaedic device that includes a first layer and a second layer where the first layer has a porosity that is different from the second layer is described. An associated method of producing a polymeric implantable orthopaedic device that inc... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7938435 | Juvenile stroller with removable child carrier A multi-seat juvenile stroller including a first seat, second seat, and a rolling stroller frame. The second seat includes a mobile infant carrier. ... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7938147 | Apparatus and method for axially transferring fluids to a plurality of components An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer su... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7937972 | Method for making an item of clothing like an ankle sock A method for making, through a circular machine for making socks with alternate motion, an item of clothing like an ankle sock in “continuum” stitched without seams to form a single piece made up of a front end elongated in the shape of a pocket, that can be ass... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7937791 | Pressure relief surface The present invention includes a pressure relief patient support surface. The pressure relief support surface includes a plurality of layers of a three-dimensional networked fiber material positioned inside a cover. ... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7936720 | Active set management enhancement for reliable soft handoff in 1xEV-DO system A method and system for connection management in a wireless data network, such as a 1xEV-DO network adds connections to new network sectors upon receipt of a connection request from an active terminal, but removes data connections that the active terminal requests t... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7935874 | Enhancing yields of harvested plant seeds by treating sowing seeds with selected doses of a physical plant stressor The present invention relates to a method of enhancing the yield of harvested seed in plants by the application of selected doses of a physical plant stressor such as UV-C light (253.7 nm), X-rays, gamma ray, and electron beam irradiation to sowing seeds. This metho... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7935521 | Methods and compositions for rapidly detecting and quantifying viable Methods and compositions detect and quantify viable Legionella. Dip-slides that include an absorbent medium, growth promoting, and growth selective substances are useful in rapid detection and quantification of microcolonies of Legionella. Most probabl... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7935093 | Disinfectant delivery system and method of providing alcohol-free disinfection A disinfectant delivery system and method of providing alcohol-free disinfection to a body to be disinfected, as well as a method of infection reduction by preparation of a patient before an invasive procedure. A blended cloth comprising first fibers and second fibe... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7934670 | Removable hopper grinder A grinding machine (20) for use in grinding materials, the grinding machine (20) comprising: a grinder assembly (22) for receiving material therein; at least one removable hopper (24) attachable proximate to the grinding assembly (22 | 05/03/2011 |
| 7934276 | End panel for a patient-support apparatus An end panel 312 for a patient-support apparatus 310 includes a main portion 316 and one or more movable portions 330, 332. The movable portions 330, 332 are movable to provide a barrier 318 in a gap between a siderail 36... | 05/03/2011 |
| D637253 | Waterslide | 05/03/2011 |
| 7932741 | Pseudo-differential interfacing device having a termination circuit The invention relates to an interfacing device for pseudo-differential transmission through interconnections used for sending a plurality of electrical signals. The interfacing device of the invention includes signal terminals and a common terminal distinct from the... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7932023 | csPCNA isoform modifications and uses thereof Methods and compositions to detect the presence of csPCNA isoform by identifying one or more posttranslational modifications are disclosed. Methods to identify csPCNA isoform through posttranslational modifications including methylesterification levels are disclosed... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7931877 | Needleless hub disinfection device A device for disinfecting a portion of an implement such as a needleless hub or injection port. The device includes a body shaped to engage the implement with the portion to be disinfected exposed. A disinfectant area is located on the body so as to permit pivotal d... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7931607 | Pulmonary therapy apparatus A vest apparatus comprises a vest having a rear panel, left rear and right rear air bladders supported by the rear panel, and a controller operable to inflate one of the left rear and right rear air bladders and simultaneously deflate the other of the left rear and ... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7931344 | Remote control brake system and manifold A locomotive brake system includes a plurality of electronic air brake controllers for controlling at least a train brake pipe and a locomotive brake pipe interconnected by a communication network. A communication port and a system controller are connected to the ne... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7931331 | Headrest with energy dissipater for rear passenger A headrest for mounting on one or more vertically extending posts positioned on the backrest of a vehicle seat, the headrest comprising one or more mounting sleeves positioned on the headrest and adapted to surround a portion of a respective one of said posts, pivot... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7931154 | Plasma separation membrane A process for manufacturing of an asymmetric hollow fiber membrane, comprising the steps of extruding a polymer solution through the outer ring slit of a hollow fiber spinning nozzle, simultaneously extruding a center fluid through the inner bore of the hollow fiber... | 04/26/2011 |
| D636952 | Utensil basket handle | 04/26/2011 |
| D636626 | Carafe | 04/26/2011 |
| 7927882 | Instrument A method and apparatus for performing a first measurement on a biological fluid or control, which first measurement varies with both the concentration of a first component and at least one of the presence and concentration of a second component. The method and appar... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7927694 | Waterproofing sheet It comprises three layers: a first layer of plastic material that provides the whole with mechanical strength, a second intermediate layer of foam forming a union between the first and second layer, and a third layer of impermeable plastic material and is characteri... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7927256 | Adjustable exercise device and a device for adjusting an exercise device An adjustable exercise device that includes one or more inclined riser blocks for readily elevating and inclining a platform to enable stepping and other exercises to be readily performed on an inclined platform. The inclined riser blocks may be matingly engageable ... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7927164 | Underwater viewing unit for an air mattress An underwater viewing unit includes a tube insertable into a through-hole of an air mattress, a rest for the viewer's head provided at the lower end of the tube, and a transparent panedisposed within the tube. The head rest is formed by an inflatable beaded body con... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7927081 | Pump and motor arrangement A pump station comprising includes a motor and pump arrangement, a tank for holding a liquid; and a frame for supporting the tank generally above the motor and pump arrangement. The motor and pump arrangement includes a motor having a drive shaft rotatable about a f... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926874 | Belt-anchor system for juvenile vehicle seat A seat base for a child restraint adapted to receive a juvenile seat. The seat base includes a first anchor belt and a second anchor belt for anchoring the seat base to a vehicle seat of a vehicle. The seat base includes a belt anchor system for anchoring the first ... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926748 | Generator for air-powered electrostatically aided coating dispensing device A coating dispensing device includes a trigger assembly for actuating the coating dispensing device to dispense coating material and a nozzle through which the coating material is dispensed. The device further includes a first port adapted to supply compressed gas t... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926690 | Combustion powered driver A device for driving various objects using combustible fuel. Embodiments are contemplated in which the driver could be a post-driver, a power shovel, a jack-hammer or other devices. Typically, the device includes a body with a combustion chamber. A fuel injection va... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926678 | Fuel cap tether A filler neck closure unit of a vehicle includes a closure cap adapted to close a fuel tank filler neck of the vehicle. Also included is a breakaway tether including a mount ring and a strap. The mount ring is coupled to the cap and formed to include a weakened, fra... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926413 | Beverage server with a drip tray assembly A beverage server assembly and a base for elevating a beverage container. The beverage server assembly includes the base including extensions and a connecting portion defining a nesting area therein. The nesting area defines an opening. A drip tray assembly can be r... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7926131 | Hospital bed A hospital bed is disclosed. The bed includes at least one tiltable deck section, and a linkage assembly configured to facilitate tilting of the at least one deck section. ... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7925284 | Charged particle beam device A charged particle beam device (10) is provided, including a computer operable in response to commands entered by a user of the device to control the device, wherein the device further includes an interface (24) operable to cause data from the computer... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7923512 | Process for producing medical implant or medical implant part comprising porous UHMWPE The invention provides a medical implant or medical implant part comprising porous ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene having a weight average molecular weight of about 400,000 atomic mass units or more and a porosity of about 15% to about 65%. The invention fur... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7923258 | Instrument A method and apparatus for performing a first measurement on a biological fluid or control, which first measurement varies with both the concentration of a first component and at least one of the presence and concentration of a second component. The method and appar... | 04/12/2011 |
