Black; Gerald R. - US Patent Attorneys and Agents

Attorney: Black; Gerald R.

Number of patents: 39
Last date: October 27, 2009

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Number	Title	Issue Date
7609863	Identify authentication device An identity authentication device is stylus-shaped. A processor is disposed within the device. The stylus-shaped device includes a scanner-type device component for capturing within the processor memory a written signature generated by the stylus while the stylus is...	10/27/2009
D599762	Cell phone	09/08/2009
7530590	Hitch locking and alarm mechanism The hitch locking and alarm mechanism comprises a hitch member for attachment to the towing vehicle, a tow vehicle mount for attachment to the towed vehicle, a locking pin, and a locking pin housing assembly with an alarm. A drawbar of the hitch member is insertable...	05/12/2009
7431319	Hitch locking mechanism The hitch assembly comprises a hitch member, a shank assembly for attachment to the towing vehicle, a tow vehicle mount for attachment to the towed vehicle, and a hitch alarm. The hitch member comprises a drop ball mount, and a drawbar. The drawbar is secured to the...	10/07/2008
7363505	Security authentication method and system This identity authentication system is used in commercial transactions at a point-of-sale terminal. The system comprises a device for capturing a customer signature (signature pad or a smart pen), a sensor for capturing a biometric property of the customer during th...	04/22/2008
D564479	Cell phone	03/18/2008
D558166	Cell phone	12/25/2007
7281135	Pen-based transponder identity verification system This pen-based, identity verification uses biometric technology. For use in commercial transactions at a point-of-sate terminal, a customer registers advising the system of a customer account that is to be used for payment. The customer also submits a digital signat...	10/09/2007
7082213	Method for identity verification The method for identity verification employs biometric technology. Positioned at the center of the system is a stylus with any of a number of biometric properties or their combination or with one or more metric sensors, while the customer uses the stylus to sign his...	07/25/2006
6898573	Tax escrow system for independent contractors The system ensures the timely payment of taxes due a taxing authority while protecting the solvency of an independent service provider. The contracting entity retains a third-party escrow manager who oversees payments made by the contracting entity to an independent...	05/24/2005
6889995	Hitch locking mechanism A hitch locking mechanism enables secure retention of a towing vehicle to a towed vehicle. The hitch locking member comprises a shank and a clamp member. The clamp member includes a base, an arm, and a jaw. The jaw is pivotally attached to the base member, and moves...	05/10/2005
6307956	Writing implement for identity verification system The identity verification system employs biometric technology for identity verification. Positioned at the center of the system is a stylus with any of a number of biometric properties or their combination or with one or more metric sensors, while the cus...	10/23/2001
6279994	Linear seat-back recliner mechanism The linear seat-back recliner mechanism enables pivotal rotation of a seat back relative to a seat cushion in accordance with occupant request. The mechanism comprises an elongated recliner rod, an actuator mechanism, and a spring unit. The actuator mecha...	08/28/2001
6113453	Flying toy apparatus and assembly method The flying toy apparatus has improved launch and flight characteristics, is compatible either as a flying hoop-type structure or a disc-type structure, and can be readily disassembled for compact storage. The flying toy apparatus comprises an outer sectio...	09/05/2000
6049994	Combination hair dryer cover and head shield The combination hair dryer cover and head shield is for use with a hood-type hair dryer and is useful for energy conservation while also protecting the forehead, features and neck of the user from excess heat being emitting from the hair dryer. The appara...	04/18/2000
6029364	Combination hair dryer cover and head shield The combination hair dryer cover and head shield is for use with a hood-type hair dryer and is useful for protecting the forehead, features and neck of the user from excess heat being emitting from the hair dryer. The apparatus comprises a hood cover and ...	02/29/2000
5511788	Golf wrist training apparatus A golf wrist training apparatus is attachable to the arm of the golfer-in-training, and controls the range of wrist movement during each of the various phases of a golf swing. The apparatus includes a hand-attachment member and a forearm-attachment member...	04/30/1996
5131564	Dispenser apparatus for disposable razors The apparatus stores and dispenses a plurality of disposable razors, the dispenser being affixable to a bathroom wall. The razors are initially loaded into the dispenser apparatus and retained therein by a pair of opposed support members, the support memb...	07/21/1992
5083500	Radon treatment system and method The system for removing the soil gas from the ground surrounding the building structure, includes a clean-out pipe, an air duct system, and a fan. The clean-out pipes are installed inside the building structure, accessible from the ground level and near j...	01/28/1992
5080004	Clean-out pipe receptacle The system for removing the soil gas from the ground surrounding the building structure, includes a clean-out receptacle, an air duct system, and a fan. The clean-out pipes are installed inside the building structure, accessible from the ground level and ...	01/14/1992
4981150	Foundation drain cleaning apparatus and method This is a new apparatus and method for cleaning debris from the inside of a foundation drain tile, the drain tile being in the immediate proximity of the perimeter of a building structure. A rocket nozzle which is in fluid communication with flexible tubi...	01/01/1991
4870654	Generation of multiply folded optical paths This new technique for stacking multiply folded optical paths in an extended region of a laser resonator within a gaseous medium. The path segments are connected together by a set of mirrors located along the resonator perimeter. Moreover, this invention ...	09/26/1989
4866902	Joint for space frame A joint for a structural space frame. The joint includes a first, outer hollow spherical member. The first spherical member fixedly receives the ends of the components of the space frame. A plurality of second members are disposed within the interior of t...	09/19/1989
4867115	Cranking fuel control method and apparatus for combustion engines A cranking fuel control method and apparatus for combustion engines. The method includes the steps of delaying the injection of fuel to the engine until one or more of the operating parameters of the engine, such as the engine rotational speed, the cranks...	09/19/1989
4862444	Index carrier for indexing and reproducing a plurality of record discs and a simplified sound reproducing device incorporating thereof As an effective means for carrying a plurality of record discs for selective reproduction, comprising an index carrier which is formed mainly as an index proper of flexible or rigid lengthy plate or as a series of plates connected with hinges, the periphe...	08/29/1989
4852935	Retractable backlight The invention is a backlight assembly which attaches to the roof section to form a convertible top of a vehicle when the roof and the assembly are both in the raised positions. The backlight assembly and the roof section have independent linkage mechanism...	08/01/1989
4853966	Speaker mounting system An audio speaker mounting plate is disclosed that can be easily adapted for cars, boats, planes, or the like. This mounting system is inexpensive to manufacture, lightweight, and easy to install and repair. The mounting bracket is, preferably circular and...	08/01/1989
4850982	Catheter This new catheter minimizes the exposure of attendant personnel to contaminated materials. The catheter enables the withdrawal of the catheter from the patient and subsequent disposal thereof in a safe, easy to perform, and sanitary manner. The catheter i...	07/25/1989
4848380	Foundation drain cleaning apparatus and method This is a new apparatus and method for cleaning debris from the inside of a foundation drain tile, the drain tile being in the immediate proximity of the perimeter of a building structure. A rocket nozzle which is in fluid communication with flexible tubi...	07/18/1989
4844962	Tapes A teartape for packaging materials, and particularly such materials based on polyolefin films, includes a base film coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive composition. The teartape is affixed to the packaging material by the adhesive composition. This ...	07/04/1989
4844187	Future weight machine This apparatus will provide an individual with personal dietary information specifically tailored to the health needs of the particular individual. The apparatus includes means for determining the weight of the individual, including a weighting platform. ...	07/04/1989
4838954	Pressure regulator A pressure regulator continuously actuates the relative axial position and the tangential position of an armature relative to a valve body into the desired position so as to deliver a fluid at a constant pressure. The tangential position of the armature i...	06/13/1989
4835449	Sliding roof panel control apparatus A control apparatus for a sliding vehicle mounted roof panel controls the movement of the sliding roof panel between fully opened and fully closed positions within a window opening in the vehicle and predetermined intermediate, partially opened positions....	05/30/1989
4823332	Simplified sound reproducing device capable of reproducing a plurality of record discs A plurality of record discs are carried on a single rotatable indexing table detachably mounted on the casing of the device, any one of which record discs can be brought into engagement with a turn table carrying a pickup. On the casing, there are provide...	04/18/1989
4815094	Multiply folded laser systems The laser resonator of the present invention has multiply folded optical paths in an extended region by utilizing a set of front surface reflecting elements. The resonator can be used in a gas laser oscillator or amplifier, in either continuous wave mode ...	03/21/1989
4803405	Plasma processing apparatus and method The present invention relates to a plasma processing apparatus capable of obtaining a satisfactory plasma arc and a processing method used by this plasma processing apparatus. The plasma processing apparatus is constructed to vary an electric current or a...	02/07/1989
4417409	Needlework frame for handwork A canvas support frame for handiwork stitching crafts such as latch hooking, or needlepoint. The frame can fit either onto the operator's lap or onto a table. A canvas is mounted onto the frame whereby the height and the angle of the material can be adjus...	11/29/1983
4339247	Acoustic degasification of pressurized liquids Described herein is an acoustic degasification process for separating dissolved gases from hydropressured or geopressured liquids. The liquid and the dissolved gas flow through a hollow chamber that is vibrated utilizing acoustic energy so as to focus the...	07/13/1982
4332964	Unsaturated esters of adamantane containing diols and thermo-resistant cross-linked polymers therefrom Diacrylate and dimethacrylate esters corresponding to the formula ##STR1## wherein R and R' are hydrogen or methyl and A is either a sigma (ς) bond; a (CH2)η radical where η is an interger that may vary from one through four; or phenyle...	06/01/1982

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