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Attorney: Curfiss; Robert C.

Number of patents: 84
Last date: December 14, 2010

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7850214	Closure safety interlock for a pressure vessel A closure safety interlock system is provided for a pressure vessel having a closure assembly with a primary locking system. The closure safety interlock defines a secondary locking system for assuring that the primary locking system may be opened only by following ...	12/14/2010
7805783	Procedure radiograph orientation device and methods of use Procedure radiograph orientation devices and methods of use are provided for stabilization and orientation of a patient's anatomy for a variety of surgical interventions. Additionally, devices of the present invention aid in orienting radiographic imaging devices th...	10/05/2010
7549911	Media control valve with pressure balance loop A media control valve includes a valve body having a media inlet and a media outlet with the valve body being adapted to be mounted on a flow device for providing communication between the media outlet and the flow device. A pressure balance flow line is provided in...	06/23/2009
7340893	Steam generator system A steam generator includes a submersible burner compartment with at least one burner subassembly and an associated submersible primary ignition means. The burner subassembly also has an associated infrared primary flame monitoring subassembly. The primary flame moni...	03/11/2008
7303369	Magnetic vertical axis wind turbine A lift and drag-based vertical axis wind turbine in which the vertical axis and foils mounted thereon are magnetically levitated above the turbine's base, thereby reducing friction within the system. The foils or vanes are three-dimensionally shaped about the vertic...	12/04/2007
7173526	Apparatus and method of collecting and distributing event data to strategic security personnel and response vehicles A security and surveillance system for aircraft on the ground incorporates a plurality of strategically spaced sensors including video imaging generators, audio sensors, motion detectors, and fire and smoke detectors for monitoring critical components and critical a...	02/06/2007
7131136	Comprehensive multi-media surveillance and response system for aircraft, operations centers, airports and other commercial transports, centers and terminals A data collection and distribution system for monitoring aircraft in flight, on the ground and at the gate or terminal for monitoring critical and catastrophic events, managing the emergency during such an event, and for investigating the event. The system generates...	10/31/2006
7057647	Dual-mode camera system for day/night or variable zoom operation A dual camera system uses a single lens and no moving parts in the optical path. A single lens directs a desired scene to a partially reflective beamsplitting mirror, thence to a pair of image sensors. For day/night operation, one sensor may be optimized for nightti...	06/06/2006
7049953	Ground based security surveillance system for aircraft and other commercial vehicles A security and surveillance system for aircraft on the ground incorporates a plurality of strategically spaced sensors including video imaging generators, audio sensors, motion detectors, and fire and smoke detectors for monitoring critical components and critical a...	05/23/2006
6970183	Multimedia surveillance and monitoring system including network configuration A comprehensive, wireless multimedia surveillance and monitoring system provides a combination of megapixel digital camera capability with full motion video surveillance with a network, including network components and appliances such as wiring, workstations, and se...	11/29/2005
6536540	Method and apparatus for varying the density of drilling fluids in deep water oil drilling applications A method and apparatus for controlling drilling mud density at or near the seabed of wells in deep water and ultra deep-water applications combines a base fluid of lesser density than the mud required at the wellhead to produce a diluted mud in the riser....	03/25/2003
5955020	Apparatus and method for injecting corrosion control compounds into pipe flanges and the like An apparatus and method for injecting corrosion control compound into a crevice or void such as pipe flanges featuring a corrosion control kit comprising a syringe injector having a detachable nozzle, a corrosion control compound, pipe tape and a mantle f...	09/21/1999
5890246	Inflatable pre-natal support mattress A personal support device adapted for permitting a pregnant woman to lie on her stomach or abdomen even during the third trimester of pregnancy is formed of an inflatable mattress with an isolated section defined by a cylindrical wall. A portion of the ou...	04/06/1999
5836289	Porous element fuel vaporizer A porous element fuel vaporizer to be used in conjunction with internal combustion engines. The vaporizer, comprising a fuel injector in conjunction with a porous element, wherein during cold operations the porous element heats and vaporizes the fuel exit...	11/17/1998
5808275	Hair shaping apparatus with electrically heated rollers A hair shaping apparatus is provided employing one or more hollow rollers. The rollers can be arranged in concentric fashion and electrically heated by an activator unit, wherein one end of the activator unit is inserted into one end of the concentrically...	09/15/1998
5798458	Acoustic catastrophic event detection and data capture and retrieval system for aircraft An acoustic sensor system is provided for detecting failures or terrorist events in commercial aviation and is adapted for assisting in the detection and post event analysis of such events. The system is adapted for use in combination with a comprehensive...	08/25/1998
5685414	Zero back-pressure conveyor system An endless conveyor system includes movable lift rails for supporting the conveyed articles on either side of an endless conveying member. The lift rails are defined by end-to-end sections with adjacent ends of adjacent sections simultaneously movable bet...	11/11/1997
5671666	Can recycling apparatus A system for recycling cans includes a housing adapted for displaying promotional advertising, a deposit slot for receiving the cans and a discharge system for providing immediate payment for the recyclable cans. The system incorporates a rotating drum fo...	09/30/1997
5662082	Pre-combustion chamber for internal combustion engine and method of manufacture thereof A pre-combustion chamber is adapted to be installed in the spark plug well of an existing engine. The pre-combustion chamber includes an inner combustion chamber housing and an outer cooling jacket housing. The two housing are assembled in such a manner t...	09/02/1997
5618616	Multi-layer liner for waste water system rehabilitation A technique and device for rehabilitating or repairing waste water system components or the like, comprising a spray-applied, multi-layer liner which seals the components and imparts structural integrity. The liner comprises a primer layer, a first moistu...	04/08/1997
5608998	Panel for lining manholes and the like This invention relates generally to the field of repair for manholes and other like tubular structures and is more specifically directed to a sectioned panel assembly which is premanufactured for installation within an existing manhole....	03/11/1997
5584178	Exhaust gas combustor A combustor for burning the untreated exhaust of an internal combustion engine heats and burns the exhaust prior to release into the atmosphere, or prior to introduction into a downstream treatment system such as a catalytic converter. The combustor defin...	12/17/1996
5577996	Back massager A hand held massage device having a plurality of spheres adjustably mounted on an axial rod with enlarged grip handles mounted on the outer ends of the rod for rotation. The massage device is easy to use and, because the handles are in axial alignment wit...	11/26/1996
5568741	Concealed handcuff key and pen combination A device for concealing, storing and permitting ready access to and use of a handcuff key which is not readily identifiable as a key holder but is easily retrieved and utilized by law enforcement personnel. The handcuff key is camouflaged and concealed in...	10/29/1996
5567616	Apparatus for supporting and driving a rotating cylinder An irradiator includes a support structure for supporting and rotating a cylinder of the type used for treating fluids. The cylinder is hollow and is mounted for rotation about an inclined axis for permitting fluids such as blood constituents to flow by g...	10/22/1996
5564407	Caliper type bow string release having push/pull trigger and automatic alignment and locking features A caliper type bow string release includes a reversible trigger which is operable selectively in either the push fire mode or the pull fire mode. The caliper jaws of the release include automatic alignment and locking features. Movement of the string into...	10/15/1996
5558077	Bow string release with beard guard The bow string release includes a trigger mechanism which may be selectively operated in a push to fire or pull to fire manner. The sear mechanism in the release is adapted to pivot relative to the release body without the use of spherical bearing element...	09/24/1996
5526796	Air assisted fuel injector with timed air pulsing A fuel injector valve controls both the metered flow of fuel and the metered flow of air into a mixing chamber, permitting intermittent, cyclic flow of both air and fuel into the chamber. The controlled cycling of both the air and fuel flow permits optimi...	06/18/1996
5518033	Vessel inspection plug and method of installing same in vessel An inspection plug assembly includes an elastomeric outer sleeve which may be compressed into the skin of an insulating jacket for forming a seal between the assembly and the jacket by mechanically anchoring the assembly to the jacket, without requiring t...	05/21/1996
5517839	Detachable key ring A detachable key ring includes a durable mounting block with a typical key ring fastened to one end and a reliably securable latching device at the opposite end which is movable between open and closed positions and includes a biasing element for holding ...	05/21/1996
5516313	Fire fighting accessory for jet propulsion system A fire fighting accessory for diverting the water flow generated by a jet propulsion system from the drive unit to a fire fighting implement, the accessory specifically designed to be attached to an existing drive system in a noninterfering relationship w...	05/14/1996
5509581	Chemical irritant dispenser A chemical irritant dispenser includes an in line nozzle, chemical canister and actuator, whereby the dispenser may held in the palm of the hand with the actuator between the thumb and forefinger and the nozzle at the heel of the hand, the dispenser furth...	04/23/1996
5509653	Expandable baton with resilient member mounted in tip A plurality of accessories which may be assembled in a kit in a compact carrying case for modifying an expandable baton for multiple uses. The kit includes two expandable batons, a coupler, interchangeable tips and a carrying case. Each expandable baton i...	04/23/1996
5505094	Test block for handcuff key and method of using same A test block and method of testing for law enforcement personnel to quickly and easily test the strength of and gauge the dimensions of a handcuff key before it is used in actual handcuffs. The block has an opening in its center which receives the latch t...	04/09/1996
5469739	On-line fishing depth indicator with encapsulated components An on-line fishing depth indicator is adapted to be placed either in series or in parallel on a typical fishing line in combination with fishing bait. The indicator is adapted to sense and store the maximum depth of a bait during a trolling operation unde...	11/28/1995
5460022	Concealed handcuff key A device for concealing, storing and permitting ready access to and use of a handcuff key which is not readily identifiable as a key holder but is easily retrieved and utilized by law enforcement personnel. The handcuff key is camouflaged and concealed in...	10/24/1995
5458691	Method and apparatus for flushing fluid through the interstices of subsea umbilicals An umbilical is flushed with a fluid to wash out any permeants in the interstices within the umbilical core. A housing may be installed on an open end of the core with the flushing fluid introduced therein, the core elements passing through the housing. I...	10/17/1995
5451162	Mock training weapon and method of training law enforcement personnel using same A mock weapon is cast in a non-metallic material from a master mold made directly from a standard issue side arm weapon, providing a mock weapon having the same size, shape and feel as the standard issue weapon for law enforcement training exercises. This...	09/19/1995
5449104	Baton carrier for expandable batons A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton canno...	09/12/1995
5417197	Caliper type bow string release having push/pull trigger and automatic alignment and locking features A caliper type bow string release includes a reversible trigger which is operable selectively in either the push fire mode or the pull fire mode. The caliper jaws of the release include automatic alignment and locking features, whereby movement of the str...	05/23/1995

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