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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| D500031 | Stylized microphone | 12/21/2004 |
| 6732215 | Super scalable multiprocessor computer system An expandable multiprocessor computer system is provided incorporating a master computer, control computers and servant computers housed in modular units. Servant computers of the super scalable multiprocessor system act as cells of a singular entity enhancing syste... | 05/04/2004 |
| 6731499 | Illumination system for computer hardware An adjustable illumination system is provided to enhance the appearance and functionality of computer hardware. The illumination system comprising at least one bubble tube light source that may, for instance, be disposed on a front surface of a computer hardware cas... | 05/04/2004 |
| 6421121 | Method and apparatus for rapid particle identification utilizing scattered light histograms Unique methods and apparatus are provided for rapidly identifying microscopic particles, such as protozoa and other microbes suspended in a fluid or gas. In one embodied form, the method comprises illuminating the particles to be detected with an intense ... | 07/16/2002 |
| 5780524 | Micro heating apparatus for synthetic fibers and related methods This invention provides an improved method and apparatus for non-contact quantum mechanical heating of thermoplastic fibers by resonant energy absorption of laser energy by the fiber. In one embodied form, the unique method for continuous heating of therm... | 07/14/1998 |
| 5776191 | Fixation system for intraocular lens structures The invention provides an improved system for atraumatic fixation of intraocular lens structures which comprises a deformable, compliant, peripheral frame and a concentrically disposed optical zone portion which, in one embodied form, is resiliently suspe... | 07/07/1998 |
| 5449000 | System for body impedance data acquisition utilizing segmental impedance & multiple frequency impedance The unique system of the present invention provides an accurate valid measurement of human body composition consisting of fat tissue, lean tissue and body water. The inventive methodology provides a procedure for quantitative measurement of the conductive... | 09/12/1995 |
| 4982520 | Semi-automatic pistol magazine The present invention provides an improved semi-automatic pistol magainze. In one embodied form, the unique pistol magazine member comprises an apparatus on which one end is compatible with a conventional piston magazine receptacle and the other is contou... | 01/08/1991 |
| 4932400 | Method and apparatus for inhibiting shipping fever in livestock and improving digestibility of consumed feed The present invention provides a method and apparatus for starting cattle on feed quicker, promoting fill, regaining shrink and help prevent the occurrence of shipping fever complex and promote digestibility and utilization of feedstuffs within the digest... | 06/12/1990 |
| 4912517 | High-volume projector and rotary xerographic processor The present invention provides improved method and apparatus for a high-volume projector and rotary xerographic processor. The unique apparatus produces dry, permanent positive copies from continuous fed microfilm which can be reproduced on plain paper co... | 03/27/1990 |
| 4895163 | System for body impedance data acquisition The unique system of the present invention provides an accurate valid measaurement of human body composition consisting of fat tissue, lean tissue and body water. The inventive methodology provides a procedure for quantitative measurement of the conductiv... | 01/23/1990 |
| 4853380 | Coordination complexes of platinum useful as antiproliferative agents Platinum complexes are disclosed in which the platinum cation is coordinated to heterocyclic sulfur compounds as well as monodentate or bidentate amines. The complexes have the formula: ##STR1## wherein L1 and L2 are individuall... | 08/01/1989 |
| 4774784 | Spring loaded fishing tackle The present discovery provides an improved spring loaded fishing hook. In one embodied form, the hook comprises two hook arms which have a shaft portion, a barbed portion and a bend portion. The hook arms are rotatably attached to one another at the end o... | 10/04/1988 |
| 4737322 | Intraocular lens structure with polyimide haptic portion and methods for fabrication The invention provides improved intraocular lens structures for surgical placement in the eye, the unique structures comprise an optical zone portion substantially centrally disposed with an integral outer haptic portion. In one embodied form, the haptic ... | 04/12/1988 |
| 4735558 | Peristaltic pump latching mechanism A spring-loaded latching mechanism for a peristaltic pump that automatically sets and maintains a desired roller head tension. The spring-loaded latching mechanism includes a pair of counter-rotating latching cams positioned on opposite sides of a pump ho... | 04/05/1988 |
| 4715373 | Devices for implantation of deformable intraocular lens structures The invention provides unique devices for implantation of deformable intraocular lens structures for surgical placement in the eye. In one embodied form, the inventive device comprises a generally cylindrical disarticulating lens holding member at a dista... | 12/29/1987 |
| 4702244 | Surgical device for implantation of a deformable intraocular lens The invention provides an improved intraocular lens structure comprising a deformable optical zone portion with prescribed memory characteristics and methods and devices for implantation of such lens in the eye. The unique optical zone portion of the lens... | 10/27/1987 |
| 4674747 | Golf club having adjustable length shaft The present invention provides an improved golf club having an adjustable length shaft retractable between fully extended and collapsed positions. In one embodied form, the inventive golf club comprises plural concentric telescopic interlocking tubular se... | 06/23/1987 |
| 4657514 | Amphibious pedal powered sailboat An amphibious pedal powered sailboat apparatus is provided by the present invention. In one embodied form, the inventive boating apparatus comprises in combination a relatively lightweight boat hull having an upper deck portion, a bow portion, and a stern... | 04/14/1987 |
| 4651736 | Methods for temporomandibular joint small incision surgery The present invention provides improved methods for correction of temporomandibular joint internal derangement with closed lock via small incision surgical technique. In one embodied form, the unique method comprises the steps of: (a) effecting visualizat... | 03/24/1987 |
| 4624384 | Lid for drinking containers An improved resilient end closure for a beverage container having a generally cylindrical side wall is provided by the present invention. The unique end closure comprises in one embodied form, a stabilizer disposed on a peripheral portion of the closure t... | 11/25/1986 |
| 4621063 | Methods for the detection and quantitation of immunological substances The invention provides improved methods and unique instrumentation for the detection and for the quantitation of chemical substances and has particular application for the detection and for the quantitation of immunological substances. In one embodied for... | 11/04/1986 |
| 4601391 | Ventilated fabric cover for stringed instruments The present invention provides a unique ventilated fabric cover reinforced at selected portions for protecting finishes of stringed instruments. In a presently preferred embodiment, the inventive fabric cover is composed of interlaced, natural fibers wove... | 07/22/1986 |
| 4573998 | Methods for implantation of deformable intraocular lenses The invention provides an improved intraocular lens structure comprising a deformable optical zone portion with prescribed memory characteristics and methods and devices for implantation of such lens in the eye. The unique optical zone portion of the lens... | 03/04/1986 |
| 4533330 | Pedal powered sailboat The present invention provides a pedal powered amphibious sailboat apparatus. In one embodied form, the inventive boating apparatus comprises a relatively light-weight hull with peripheral air tanks along the interior walls of the hull, two pedalling stan... | 08/06/1985 |
| 4522362 | Support device particularly useful for drafting templates and the like A unique support device is provided which is particularly useful for holding drafting templates and the like in a condition readily accessible to a working draftsman. The support device comprises an adjustable base member which is conveniently fastened to... | 06/11/1985 |
| 4494785 | Adjustable handheld round sandwich holder The round sandwich holder is made of paperboard stock and has folded end sections which form open cup-like receptacles at either end of an elongated accordion-folding central body. The open cup-like ends are the handles to accommodate the insertion of a r... | 01/22/1985 |
| 4424913 | Beverage container with integral straw The invention provides an improved packaging system for beverages, the system comprising a beverage container having an integral straw permitting automatic emergence of the straw when a pull tab is separated from the container. In one embodied form, the f... | 01/10/1984 |
| 4423704 | Method for improving efficiency of an internal combustion irrigation engine A method for improving efficiency of an internal combustion irrigation engine is provided by the present invention. In one embodied form, the method comprises the steps of: channelling an inlet air stream to the engine through a single pass air cooler at ... | 01/03/1984 |
| 4423809 | Packaging system for intraocular lens structures The invention provides an improved autoclavable system for packaging of intraocular lens structures. In one embodied form, the inventive system comprises an outer container having at least two optically clear windows arranged in parallel relationship, an ... | 01/03/1984 |
| 4420496 | Low temperature release agent compositions particularly useful for frozen food products The present invention provides release agent compositions which are particularly useful for frozen food products and to methods for using such compositions in relatively low temperature environments. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, the... | 12/13/1983 |
| 4393040 | In-vitro diagnostic method for detection of acetylsalicylic acid ingestion An in-vitro diagnostic method is provided for detecting acetylsalicylic acid ingestion by a patient by utilizing radioimmunoassay procedure. The method comprises the steps of: derivatizing acetylsalicylic acid with a protein moiety being effected in a mol... | 07/12/1983 |
| 4347502 | Early warning electrical sound alarm system for pet door structure The present invention provides an early warning sound alarm system for signalling unauthorized entry or attempted entry through a pet door when the pet door is covered and not in use. The alarm system in accordance with the invention, comprises in combina... | 08/31/1982 |
| 4341058 | Exercycle mower apparatus In accordance with the present invention, a pedal powered exercycle mower apparatus is provided. In one embodied form, the apparatus comprises a mobile vehicle member having a main supporting frame and a centrally positioned cutting apparatus mounted on t... | 07/27/1982 |
| 4335493 | Cutting tooth extractor for stump cutting and digging apparatuses An extractor for in situ removal of stump cutting teeth from a cutting wheel. The extractor includes a clamping device having a c-shaped frame with an elongated base member especially adapted to receive and then retain a downwardly stepped land disposed o... | 06/22/1982 |
| 4308844 | Method and apparatus for improving efficiency in combustion engines A method and apparatus for improving the efficiency of an internal combustion engine by producing ozone gas and positively charged air particles in a supply of air to an engine. The apparatus comprises an ozone generator cell suitably positioned with resp... | 01/05/1982 |
| 4303422 | Fuel filter The invention provides an improved fuel filter for removing formation water, hydrogen sulfides, sulfur and other undesirable particulates from, for instance, a natural gas fuel supply. The improvement comprises a molecular sieve having a non-uniform diame... | 12/01/1981 |
| 4247321 | Method and apparatus for obtaining fertilizing solution from fossil fueled stationary engines A method and apparatus for obtaining fertilizing solution from fossil fueled stationary engines by adding carbon dioxide and nitrogenous compounds, derived from exhaust gases, and ozone gas derived from a generator, to water so as to produce a fertilizing... | 01/27/1981 |
| 4074447 | Stump cutting and precision digging apparatus A stump cutter and earth ripper device having a balanced channel frame chassis, the device including a forward centrally disposed cutting wheel having a plurality of radially extending cutting teeth circumferentially mounted thereon. The frame is supporte... | 02/21/1978 |
