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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6903183 | Compositions and methods for regulation of steroidogenesis Compositions and methods relating to the regulation of transport of cholesterol into the mitochondria of a cell and, therefore, for the regulation of steroidogenesis are provided. Compositions include nucleic acid molecules encoding a steroidogenic acute regulatory ... | 06/07/2005 |
| 6853227 | Controller for generating a periodic signal with an adjustable duty cycle A controller that is linearly responsive to an input voltage provides continuously adjustable control of the width of a periodically repeating digital pulse, thereby achieving a linear voltage to duty-cycle ratio transfer function. The circuit of the present inventi... | 02/08/2005 |
| D498502 | Ball display | 11/16/2004 |
| 6719132 | Compact disc container A flexible book-like storage receptacle for a compact disc and the printed material that typically accompanies such compact discs. The storage receptacle includes a number of clear, pliable panels movable between an open position for easy access to the contents, and... | 04/13/2004 |
| 6716034 | Grip pressure detector assembly Apparatus and method for training a novice comprising the steps of providing a sports related implement to at least one expert player for executing a sports related movement. Initiating at least one repetition of the movement. Measuring a variable characteristic of ... | 04/06/2004 |
| 6699019 | Reciprocating windmill pumping system A system for pumping water from a well (32) drilled into an underground water source (44) that is operable in association with the windmill (10) having a tower frame (14), a wind driven turbine (12), and a reciprocating pump shaft (16) operably connected ... | 03/02/2004 |
| 6570278 | Electromagnetic integrated driver alternator The electrical mechanism of the present invention is constructed with two rotating elements and a static element, when normally an electrical machine (generator or motor) is made with one rotor and one stator only. This invention applies a unique concept ... | 05/27/2003 |
| 6564921 | Direction of travel indicator for escalators and moving walkways A directional indicator for automated transport devices, such as escalators and moving walkways, for permitting the discernment of the direction of travel of the transport device from a distance. The directional indicator comprises a set of indicia perman... | 05/20/2003 |
| 6543854 | Detachable wheelchair leg rest An improved leg rest hinge structure for a wheelchair that is both strong and easily manipulated. The hinge structure includes a hinge post inversely mounted to a hinge cap which retains the leg tube and foot plate of the leg rest. The hinge post is remov... | 04/08/2003 |
| 6530574 | Method and apparatus for expansion sealing concentric tubular structures A device and method for sealing a first cylinder in a fixed position inside a second concentric cylinder. The inner cylinder has an annular depression in its wall at the point of sealant placement, which causes the wall of the inner cylinder to intrude in... | 03/11/2003 |
| 6527340 | Apparatus and method for tilting the seat of a wheelchair with a low profile linkage A tilt seat mechanism for a wheelchair that includes a base frame and a seat frame that are nested and parallel in a first position and separated and angled in a second position. The seat frame is rotated about a pivot on the base frame by an electrically... | 03/04/2003 |
| 6504409 | Controller for generating a periodic signal with an adjustable duty cycle A controller that is linearly responsive to an input voltage provides continuously adjustable control of the width of a periodically repeating digital pulse, thereby achieving a linear voltage to duty-cycle ratio transfer function. The circuit of the pres... | 01/07/2003 |
| 6476609 | Electromagnetic wave resistivity tool having a tilted antenna for geosteering within a desired payzone This invention is directed to a downhole method and apparatus for simultaneously determining the horizontal resistivity, vertical resistivity, and relative dip angle for anisotropic earth formations. The present invention accomplishes this objective by us... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6463699 | Air beam construction using differential pressure chambers An air beam structure having reduced weight, increased rigidity, and lower inflation pressure requirements. The structure includes a closed tubular cylindrical shell of air impermeable fabric having at least one inflation valve. Fixed within the shell is ... | 10/15/2002 |
| 6454105 | Ball bracket A ball bracket for holding basketballs, footballs, and the like. The ball bracket includes three arcuate members and a means for securing the ball bracket to a supporting structure. Two of the arcuate members are coplanar forming a semicircle. The third a... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6415173 | Method for analyzing the optic disc from stereo color photographs using vascular landmarks A method for analyzing the optic disc from photographs using vascular landmarks. Monochromatic simultaneous stereo images of an eye are obtained. Reference points are marked on each disc margin. The position of a cup base is estimated and intermediate mea... | 07/02/2002 |
| 6381785 | Dismountable and adjustable fastening device for laying down pediatric patients in an inclined position This invention provides an aid to pediatric physicians and caregivers to lay an infant in incline position for use in treating various physical conditions or diseases, including gastroesophagic reflux ("GER"). The device allows for positional treatment of... | 05/07/2002 |
| 6382032 | Apparatus and method for measuring flow of gas with entrained liquids An apparatus and method for making and using two measurements to correct metered flow rate values when liquids are present in a multiphase flow stream. The apparatus includes a conduit (10), an orifice (12) positioned within the conduit for creating diffe... | 05/07/2002 |
| 6371092 | Fuel system with dual fuel injectors for internal combustion engines This invention is directed to an apparatus and method for providing improved control of fuel, preferably gaseous fuel, to an internal combustion engine such that each cylinder of the engine will operate within a predetermined tolerance off of its lean mis... | 04/16/2002 |
| 6336283 | Rifle sighting apparatus This disclosure is directed to a trigger operating mechanism for sighting in rifles which could be utilized by either a right-handed or left-handed user. A preferred trigger operating mechanism comprises a pair of plates which are clampable against oppose... | 01/08/2002 |
| 6307168 | Linear spaced dielectric dot separator pressure sensing array incorporating strain release stabilized releasable electric snap stud connectors A pressure sensing array has upper, central and lower laminar elongated members, the central member having several openings producing defined cavities between the upper and lower members. A first array of essentially parallel and separated electrically co... | 10/23/2001 |
| 6295677 | Method for inspecting liquid filled pipes using magnetostrictive sensors An improved method for defect detectability for the inspection of liquid filled pipes using magnetostrictive sensors. The improved method comprises first recognizing the liquid-induced changes in the dispersion properties of the second longitudinal wave m... | 10/02/2001 |
| 6297738 | Modular system for monitoring the presence of a person using a variety of sensing devices A capacitive array is housed within a polyester mat or other appropriate nonconductive substrate material which is interconnected with a control module. The control module supplies to the capacitive array a suitable oscillator driver current and concurren... | 10/02/2001 |
| 6276523 | Compact disc container A flexible book-like storage receptacle for a compact disc and the printed material that typically accompanies such compact discs. The storage receptacle includes a number of clear, pliable panels movable between an open position for easy access to the co... | 08/21/2001 |
| 6220616 | Wheelchair arm rest support assembly with slide lock positioning arm An arm rest assembly for a wheelchair movable between a lowered position suitable for resting an arm thereon and a raised position suitable for gaining access to the seat of the wheelchair. The arm rest assembly comprises two generally parallel arm elemen... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6216533 | Apparatus for measuring downhole drilling efficiency parameters A downhole drilling efficiency sensor (DES) apparatus for use with drilling operations in oil and gas exploration, that accurately measures important drilling parameters at or near the drill bit in order to increase the effectiveness and productivity of t... | 04/17/2001 |
| 6205859 | Method for improving defect detectability with magnetostrictive sensors for piping inspection An improved method for defect detection with systems using magnetostrictive sensor techniques. The improved method involves exciting the magnetostrictive sensor transmitter by using a relatively broadband signal instead of a narrow band signal typically e... | 03/27/2001 |
| 6194555 | Compositions and methods for regulation of steroidogenesis Compositions and methods relating to the regulation of transport of cholesterol into the mitochondria of a cell and, therefore, for the regulation of steroidogenesis are provided. Compositions include nucleic acid molecules encoding a steroidogenic acute ... | 02/27/2001 |
| 6192917 | Self-sealing valve for balloons or non elastomer articles, obtained by a mass production process This invention is related to a self-sealing valve for inflatable articles, including balloons, made of non-elastomeric material of the kind of valves formed by multiple layers of thermo-plastic film joined by heat which form three sections; a nozzle, main... | 02/27/2001 |
| 6191586 | Method and apparatus for azimuthal electromagnetic well logging using shielded antennas An apparatus and method for implementing azimuthal capabilities on electromagnetic wave resistivity well logging tools. The apparatus comprises a structurally simple antenna shield positioned around either the transmitting or receiving antennas, or both, ... | 02/20/2001 |
| 6191561 | Variable output rotary power generator The present invention is directed to a downhole apparatus for quickly generating and regulating variable output electric power by varying the alignment of a pair of axially adjacent permanent magnets rotating within an armature having electrically conduct... | 02/20/2001 |
| 6163155 | Electromagnetic wave resistivity tool having a tilted antenna for determining the horizontal and vertical resistivities and relative dip angle in anisotropic earth formations This invention is directed to a downhole method and apparatus for simultaneously determining the horizontal resistivity, vertical resistivity, and relative dip angle for anisotropic earth formations. The present invention accomplishes this objective by us... | 12/19/2000 |
| 6155906 | Garments and garment accessories having distinct interchangeable straps One or more undergarment foundations and a number of attachable accessory straps that together make up a garment set. The set may be purchased together and would include one or more undergarment foundation articles of clothing, such as a women's brassiere... | 12/05/2000 |
| 6149253 | Video display positioning system A video display positioning and support system that permits the orientation of a video display towards the user with variations in vertical height, horizontal rotation, and angular tilt. The system includes actuators for each of the movements involved tha... | 11/21/2000 |
| 6134947 | Load sensor for measuring engine cylinder pressure and seat occupant weight A load sensor for measuring engine cylinder pressure and vehicle seat occupant weight in a nonintrusive manner that is easily adaptable to existing vehicle components and occupancy support structures. The sensor of the invention provides a toroidal-shaped... | 10/24/2000 |
| 6128551 | Method and apparatus for management of automated fuel delivery system A system for monitoring and delivering fuel to vehicles, consisting of at least three levels of control and data storage. Each vehicle using the system has a key that stores transactional data and data concerning the vehicle and its fuel requirements, whi... | 10/03/2000 |
| 6112936 | Medical glove dispensing enclosure An envelope made of tubular net material is stretched around a glove dispensing box or the like and closed on each end. Positioned immediately adjacent an opening in the dispensing box is a sphincter closure in the net material. The sphincter closure is c... | 09/05/2000 |
| 6113523 | Sit up device The invention is of a device which attaches to a standard bed frame in a manner which provides a foot hold for use during sit ups. The device is configured such that it extends outwardly from the side of the bed during use, but the user may swing it aroun... | 09/05/2000 |
| 6081941 | Portable, self-contained toilet seat A portable toilet seat which may be removably mounted to a receiver mount towing hitch. The portable toilet seat includes two arcuate seat members each having a first end and a second end. The first end of each is affixed to the outside face of each of tw... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6076268 | Tool orientation with electronic probes in a magnetic interference environment An apparatus and method for orienting directional tools within a bore hole by recognizing and compensating for field biases brought about by ferromagnetic anamolies surrounding the bore hole, ferromagnetic casing strings and electrical/electronic tool com... | 06/20/2000 |
