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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| D565837 | Insulated packaging for medical specimens | 04/08/2008 |
| 7235792 | Color-tuned volumetric light using high quantum yield nanocrystals A light source of coaxially stacked volumetric light cells that can be used either in a lamp or a display. Each light cell is composed of high quantum yield nanocrystals in a silica aerogel matrix that is excited by a controlled ultraviolet light source. From these ... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7232053 | Seam-welded air hardenable steel constructions The present invention provides seam-welded, air hardenable steel tubes, methods of manufacturing seam-welded air hardenable steel tubes, tube mills for practicing such methods and applications for using seam-welded, air hardenable steel tubing of the present inventi... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7195436 | Inset panel fastener An inset panel fastener anchors into honeycomb substrates employed in the aircraft industry. The inset panel fastener provides significantly increased load carrying capabilities with a simple inexpensive construction. The inset panel fastener includes a plastic casi... | 03/27/2007 |
| 7193535 | Illuminated keyboard A keyboard is provided having illuminating keys. The keyboard includes a light channeling membrane and key members constructed at least partially of translucent material so that light produced from a light source is channeled upwardly to the upper surfaces of the ke... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7193536 | Illuminated keyboard A keyboard is provided having illuminating keys. The keyboard includes a light channeling membrane and key members constructed at least partially of translucent material so that light produced from a light source is channeled upwardly to the upper surfaces of the ke... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7172303 | Illuminated keyboard A keyboard is provided having illuminating keys. The keyboard includes a light channeling membrane and key members constructed at least partially of translucent material so that light produced from a light source is channeled upwardly to the upper surfaces of the ke... | 02/06/2007 |
| 7152522 | Screw press with radial gate valve and supported screw shaft A screw press is provided having a radial gate valve and supported longitudinally-extending screw shaft. The screw shaft includes a central shaft and helical threads which is driven by a drive package. The screw shaft is encapsulated within a housing including a hop... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7137902 | System for aligning a golfer's stance An apparatus and methodology are provided for determining the proper set-up for a golfer. The methodology and apparatus set a golfer's hips parallel to his intended ball roll or flight line (target line) based upon his right or left hip rotation and shoulder width t... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7121561 | Roller skate and wheel trucks therefor A roller skate having enhanced steerability and stability is disclosed. The skate includes a platform for supporting a skater's foot and front and rear wheel trucks secured to the underside of the platform. A pair of front wheels is rotatably mounted in transverse a... | 10/17/2006 |
| D529717 | Molded case | 10/10/2006 |
| 7110572 | Animal carcase analysis The process for analyzing an ovine animal carcase comprises capturing an image of a dorsal view to generate color image data for the carcase (10). Predetermined anatomical points (21–24) of the carcase are identified to then derive dimensional measur... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7103994 | Automated tightening shoe An automated tightening shoe with crisscrossed laces and a tightening mechanism which operates in one direction to cause automatic tightening of the crisscrossed laces to tighten the shoe about a wearer's foot, and which can be released easily so that the shoe can b... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7105079 | Process and apparatus for manufacturing metal oxides and byproduct hydrogen High purity metal oxide products and byproduct hydrogen are manufactured by immersing sacrificial electrodes, formed of the metal moiety of the metal oxide product, in water and striking an electrical arc between the electrodes. The metal oxide product and hydrogen ... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7096559 | Automated tightening shoe and method An automated tightening shoe where a tightening mechanism is actuated which operates in one direction to cause automatic tightening of the shoe about a wearer's foot and which releases to allow loosening of the shoe. Shoe laces are led to the interior of the tighten... | 08/29/2006 |
| D525670 | Scooperbat | 07/25/2006 |
| D525326 | Scooperbat | 07/18/2006 |
| 7044473 | Piston and piston ring assembly Two seal rings are provided comprising an upper ring and a lower ring, the rings having a common axis, a common outer cylindrical surface, a common inner cylindrical surface, and a couple of facing surfaces. The facing surfaces form an engaging length in a radial se... | 05/16/2006 |
| D516559 | Multi-function jog and shuttle controller | 03/07/2006 |
| 7002487 | Parking violation surveillance system A parking control surveillance system is provided for monitoring vehicles within parking spaces for providing parking enforcement personnel information concerning authorized and unauthorized vehicles within the parking space. The parking control surveillance system ... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6982871 | Computer switch box A computer system including a switch box and bracket assembly including one or more manual switches are provided for controlling the selective activation and deactivation of the computer systems' memory storage devices and network system. Preferably, the computer sy... | 01/03/2006 |
| 6979198 | Learning method and apparatus A method of learning and apparatus useful therein in which a card carrying a visual representation of a concept to be learned in displayed through a window carried on a common-use article, such as luggage items, decorative desk or table accouterments. ... | 12/27/2005 |
| 6967015 | Diagnostic method for detecting dysplastic epithelial tissue In diagnostic testing for cancer and precancer of the epithelium, the undesired binding of cancer-selective dyes to proteins in the extracellular matrix, which may lead to false positives, is reduced by applying to the epithelium being tested, before application of ... | 11/22/2005 |
| D510720 | Marine engine cover | 10/18/2005 |
| 6918677 | Illuminated keyboard A keyboard is provided having illuminating keys. The keyboard includes a light channeling membrane and key members constructed at least partially of translucent material so that light produced from a light source is channeled upwardly to the upper surfaces of the ke... | 07/19/2005 |
| D506289 | Nail clipper with nail clippings retainer | 06/14/2005 |
| 6905127 | Retractable foot gear for disabled persons The retractable foot gear 10 includes a sole 12 and a retractable wheel, ball, blade, or similar low friction element 16 which normally projects from a recess formed into the shoe's sole 12. The low friction element 16 retracts int... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6902296 | Nightlight for phototherapy A nightlight is provided for providing therapeutic effects on the human body and mind including promoting relaxation, sleep and wakefulness. The nightlight includes a housing, a light source, a central processor, one or more controls, and a power supply. The light s... | 06/07/2005 |
| 6880787 | Ring-post fastener A ring-post fastener is provided for bundling and securing elongate objects such as electrical wires, tubes or hoses. The ring-post fastener includes an axially aligned post, a plurality of spokes radially projecting from the post, and a ring affixed to the ends of ... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6880788 | Ring-post fastener A one-piece construction ring-post fastener is provided for bundling and securing elongate objects such as electrical wires, tubes or hoses. The ring-post fastener includes an axially aligned post, a plurality of spokes radially projecting from the post, and a ring ... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6878744 | Vitamin C compositions Vitamin C compositions comprise a Vitamin C compound, preferably a mineral ascorbate, and at least one compound of the group of 4-hydroxy-5-methyl-3(2H)-furanone and 3-hydroxy kojic acid. ... | 04/12/2005 |
| 6857328 | Sample probe for aerosol sampling apparatus A sample probe is provided for sampling aerosols within a wall cavity. The sample probe includes a hollow tubular body having a distal end, an intermediate portion, a proximal end and a central passageway. The distal end includes a sharp beveled point provided to in... | 02/22/2005 |
| 6854153 | Computer keyboard cleaner The keyboard cleaner 10 is provided including a plate 22, a plurality of projections 24 that protrude from the plate, and a cleaning pad 30 overlaying the projections. The cleaner is maneuvered manually by a handle 12 fixedly attac... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6845984 | Keeper for positioning ring seals An improved keeper for positioning ring seals is provided. The keeper includes a substantially planar sheet defining upper and lower surfaces. Projecting through the planar sheet are one or more holes configured for affixing corresponding one or more ring seals. The... | 01/25/2005 |
| 6843446 | Apparatus and methods for in-space satellite operations Apparatus and methods for performing satellite proximity operations such as inspection, recovery and life extension of a target satellite through operation of a “Satellite Inspection Recovery and Extension” (“SIRE”) spacecraft which can be operated in the fo... | 01/18/2005 |
| 6830743 | In Vivo stain compounds and methods of use to identify dysplastic tissue Compounds having the structural formula (A) wherein X is hydrogen, methyl, or Y; Y is —NH—R or hydrogen; and R is methyl or formula (B) are useful as in vivo stains for the detection of dysplastic tissue. ... | 12/14/2004 |
| D497100 | Ring-post fastener | 10/12/2004 |
| D496851 | Ring-post fastener | 10/05/2004 |
| 6800800 | Electric guitar pickguard assembly An improved electric guitar and pickguard assembly are provided. The pickguard assembly includes a traditionally shaped deck plate for mounting to the body of an electric guitar. The deck plate is constructed at least partially, or entirely, of a multi-layered print... | 10/05/2004 |
| 6779411 | Adaptable filter sampling device An adaptable filter sampling device is provided for localizing the utilized area of a filter medium. The filter sampling device of the present invention includes a filtration cassette having an inlet port, a body portion having an internal cavity, and an outlet port... | 08/24/2004 |
