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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7033333 | Self actuated cervical (neck) traction device A self-actuated cervical traction device is provided. The traction device includes a headpiece, a loop attached to the headpiece, a cord, a pulley and a foot engaging loop. The headpiece is secured on the head. The headpiece includes straps which are connected to a ... | 04/25/2006 |
| 6988416 | Shoe testing apparatus and method of operation A device for testing, measuring and indexing shoes is disclosed. The device measures the capacity for vertical support of the midsole which is located directly under the heel of the foot. A base value is established for a specific brand and model of shoe. This permi... | 01/24/2006 |
| 6854692 | Swivelling gutter support and installation method A swiveling gutter support or bracket is provided to be used to hang and support conventional existing gutters. The gutter support, when affixed to the gutter, keeps the gutter open as well as secured to the building sidewall. The gutter support has a first portion,... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6739200 | Method of stress testing footwear A method of testing athletic shoes is provided. The testing subjects athletic shoes to different temperature conditions in one test or different kinetic forces in another test. After undergoing the stressor (temperature, kinetic forces, other) the axial resistance e... | 05/25/2004 |
| 6693600 | Ultra-broadband antenna achieved by combining a monocone with other antennas A new type of antenna is provided by combining a single monocone with one or more additional antennas. The additional antennas are longer than the monocone, or they are chosen from a list of antennas. The inventive combination antenna has a greater freque... | 02/17/2004 |
| 6662959 | Wine bottle convertible to wine glass A wine bottle convertible to a wine glass permitting the consumption of the wine directly therefrom is provided. The wine bottle may be sized to house a single serving of wine. The convertible wine bottle comprises four main elements which are assembled a... | 12/16/2003 |
| 6651255 | Glove with specialized and selective inserts A glove having a pinky finger, ring finger, middle finger, index finger and thumb receiving portion in communication with a hand receiving portion is provided. The pinky finger, ring finger, middle finger, and index finger receiving portions each have a t... | 11/25/2003 |
| 6634998 | Multipurpose exercise apparatus A multi-purpose exercise device is disclosed. The device is generally an elongated rectangular box with a top side, a bottom side, a right side, a left side, a front side and a back side. The box tapers from the topside to the bottom side, giving it a tra... | 10/21/2003 |
| 6616720 | Portable airborne contamination control system including a main and remote unit The invention is an airborne contamination control system with a main device unit and a remote unit. The main airborne contamination control unit is a cabinet including a motor in communication with an air treatment path. The main unit has a variety of co... | 09/09/2003 |
| 6544099 | Suspendable talking apparatus A system, apparatus and article of manufacture which comprises a portable, sensor-activated, suspendable electronic device which produces human speech when stimulated. The device may be used in conjunction with punching bags or may also be worn about the ... | 04/08/2003 |
| 6510654 | Locking mechanism for a window guard system A locking mechanism for a window guard system is disclosed. The window guard is mounted about the exterior of a window to its frame. The window guard is designed to be have the capability to be opened from the inside. A locking mechanism with three lock s... | 01/28/2003 |
| 6488598 | Basketball spinner The invention includes a concave cup specifically designed to hold various size basketballs. The cup has a stem which inserts and is held securely in a precision bearing, which in turn is held firmly in the splined finger gripping portion of the invention... | 12/03/2002 |
| 6408646 | Earring to improve facial appearance An earring to improve facial appearance is provided. The earring includes a main body which is hingedly affixed to an elongated post element. The post element has a unique structure and is designed to be received through a pair of holes which are made in ... | 06/25/2002 |
| 6395047 | Portable airborne contamination control system including a main and remote unit The invention is an airborne contamination control system with a main device unit and a remote unit. The main airborne contamination control unit is a cabinet including a motor in communication with an air treatment path. The main unit has a variety of co... | 05/28/2002 |
| 6386605 | Canine waste collection device and disposal method A canine waste collection appliance and waste disposal method are disclosed. The collection appliance includes a handle connected to a frame. The frame includes a right portion, a left portion and an end portion. The right portion includes a proximal end ... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6367832 | Retractable bike fender and housing assembly A retractable bike fender and housing are provided. The bike fender resides in the housing while it is in its retracted position and depends from the housing when it is in its extended position. The bike fender includes an integral light at the distal end... | 04/09/2002 |
| 6364723 | Air boat with retractable wheels for ground and water travel An air boat with retractable wheels is provided. The wheels are moved from the first position to the second position by a hydraulic system. The hydraulic system is actuated by the air boat user. The first wheel position is retracted, giving continuity to ... | 04/02/2002 |
| 6363803 | Vehicle mounted soil sampler A vehicle mounted soil sampler is provided. The soil sampler is designed to be mounted inside the vehicle proximal the operator. A mounting plate secures the soil sampler to the interior of the vehicle. A opening is provided in the floorboard underneath t... | 04/02/2002 |
| 6347600 | Portable indicating and protective structure for underground utilities A portable indicating and protective structure for underground utilities is provided. The portable structure is designed to be erected about a utility located at ground level on a construction site, to permit construction workers to avoid inadvertent dama... | 02/19/2002 |
| 6347771 | Portable arm and mouse support for use with personal computers The present invention discloses a portable arm and mouse support device to be affixed to a desk proximal the keyboard of the computer. The invention supports the computer mouse and the lower arm as well as aligns the arm with the mouse in a horizontal fas... | 02/19/2002 |
| 6289743 | Shoe testing apparatus and method of use A testing and indexing apparatus and method for shoes is disclosed. A block is inserted into the interior of the shoe and clamps the heel portion of the sole fixed flat in relation to a plate. This plate is moved on rails until the ball or widest part of ... | 09/18/2001 |
| 6279166 | Glove with inserts on the finger portions A glove having a pinky finger, ring finger, middle finger, index finger and thumb receiving portion in communication with a hand receiving portion is provided. The pinky finger, ring finger, middle finger and index finger receiving portions each have a to... | 08/28/2001 |
| 6264711 | Capture of liquid sanding dust atomized overspray blast media and other errant particles in an unenclosed area An apparatus for the capture of overspray, blast media particles, and errant particle generated during spraying without employing an enclosure is disclosed. The apparatus is to be employed proximal a worker on a platform. The overspray capture mechanism i... | 07/24/2001 |
| 6257580 | Casino table game including cards and dice A wagering game for casinos and the like is disclosed. The wagering game includes a game table, a plurality of decks of cards, and a pair of dice. The object of the game is to have the highest total score by combining the score of a card summed with the s... | 07/10/2001 |
| 6247460 | Vortex tube affixed to a turbocharger, supercharger or intake manifold of an engine A vortex tube is affixed in a first case to a turbocharger in an engine, in a second case to a supercharger in an engine, or in a third case to the intake manifold of an engine. A vortex tube includes an entry port, a cold exit port and a hot exit port. B... | 06/19/2001 |
| 6245001 | Multipurpose exercise apparatus A multipurpose exercise device is disclosed. The apparatus has a generally rectangular, boxlike main body. The top surface of the body is hinged transversely to create a storage container and an adjustable section that can be fixed at various angles in re... | 06/12/2001 |
| 6196004 | Method and apparatus for condensing both water and a plurality of hydrocarbons entrained in a pressurized gas stream A method and apparatus for condensing water and a plurality of hydrocarbons entrained in a pressurized gas stream leaving a separator at a well location. The pressurized gas stream leaves the separator during a first time period and enters the vortex tube... | 03/06/2001 |
| 6174119 | Connector with integral nail holder An improved connector with integrally attached fasteners is disclosed. In the embodiments described, the fasteners are nails and they are held in a sleeve. A flexible member attaches this sleeve to the body of the connector. In a first shipping or storage... | 01/16/2001 |
| 6145129 | Device to absorb underarm perspiration A device to absorb underarm perspiration is provided. The device includes a central body with an absorbent pad disposed thereon. Extending from the upper portion of the central body is a first pair of arms, which include a right and left terminus. Located... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6138965 | Collapsible hoop stand A collapsible hoop stand is provided. The stand includes a generally circular ring or hoop shaped base portion having a first diameter and a generally circular ring or hoop shaped upper portion having a first diameter. The base portion is connected to the... | 10/31/2000 |
| 6029909 | Spray system with a dual induction process A dual induction apparatus for high volume low pressure spraying systems is provided. The invention includes an atomizing tube with an entrance, a midpoint and an exit. A jet nozzle is connected to the entrance of the atomizing tube. A first plurality of ... | 02/29/2000 |
| 5976601 | Mild heat treatment of oysters in their natural shell A method of preparing raw oyster meat in the shell is disclosed which employs a mild heat treatment followed by chilling for the destruction of harmful pathogenic bacteria such as Vibrio vulnificus. The oysters are captured and transported to the processi... | 11/02/1999 |
| 5937577 | Plant ring for use in nurseries A cylindrical plant container having a dual sidewall is provided. The inner sidewall is constructed of polypropylene fabric and the outer sidewall is constructed of wire, such as chicken wire. The inner sidewall extends above the outer sidewall and is fol... | 08/17/1999 |
| 5915287 | Harmonica with three diatonic harps A harmonica is provided with three diatonic reed harps vertically aligned in a single housing. The three diatonic reed harps are in communication with a central mouthpiece. The reed harps are in different keys. Two movable sliders block the air channel to... | 06/22/1999 |
| 5893220 | Elastomeric thermal cover for ski boots A ski boot cover is provided which is impervious to snow, moisture and wind and provides thermal insulation from the cold while permitting the wearer to manipulate adjustment devices located on the external surface of the shaft of the boot. The cover incl... | 04/13/1999 |
| 5876479 | Composition and method of manufacturing a liquid humic acid based soil enhancer Manufacturing procedures and compositions for soil enhancers and the like are disclosed. A solution is formed from adding humate to water under constant agitation. Sodium Bicarbonate is added to the solution, resulting in a reaction allowing silica to pre... | 03/02/1999 |
| 5867874 | Implement holder attached to a hat or cap An implement holder to be attached to a cap or hat is provided. The holder is designed to be affixed to the side portion of the cap proximal the edge. The holder is an integral unit including a first leg, second leg and third leg. The first leg and the se... | 02/09/1999 |
| 5816549 | Bracket assembly for affixing a paint roller tray to a paint bucket A bracket assembly for securing a paint roller tray to a paint bucket is provided. The bracket includes a cradle for receiving a paint tray in an angled relation above the bucket. The cradle is centrally fixed atop a first rod, the first rod having a top ... | 10/06/1998 |
| 5804260 | Sponge covering for a wall mounted soap dish A sponge is provided which completely surrounds and envelopes a wall mounted soap bar holder or dish. The sponge has a top portion with a shaped aperture or depression to receive a bar of soap of a generally similar shape. The sponge also includes an open... | 09/08/1998 |
| 5778588 | Folding stock for a pistol A folding stock is provided for a pistol. The stock is particularly suited for automatic pistols which may employ extended magazines. The stock includes a first end which mates with the hollow located in the rear portion of the grip of the pistol. A first... | 07/14/1998 |
