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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| D612717 | Security door brace | 03/30/2010 |
| 7455427 | Lighted tent apparatus and system A lighted tent apparatus and system. The embodiments described herein typically include an inherent light source, advantageously incorporated into the textile elements of the structure, such as in the seams. In a typical embodiment, light emitting diodes having low ... | 11/25/2008 |
| 7288503 | Apparatus and method for producing activated carbon An apparatus and method for charcoal production and activation, wherein a multipurpose furnace system is utilized to manufacture high grade charcoal from hardwood starting materials, which, in turn, promotes the manufacture of activated charcoal, while providing a v... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7268676 | Actuated braking and distance sensing system for operational regulation of belt loader equipment An actuated braking and distance sensing system for operational regulation of belt loader equipment and/or other applicable ground support equipment, wherein the present invention incorporates, among other embodiments, spring-responsive actuated emergency braking an... | 09/11/2007 |
| D546015 | Bag holder | 07/03/2007 |
| 7222468 | Doorjamb end cap and method of installation therefor A doorjamb end cap and method of installation therefor, wherein application of the present invention to wooden doorjambs permits the enclosed or encased portion thereof to effectively resist or avoid the onset of rot therein, and wherein the present invention is eff... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7207926 | Deckless treadmill system A deckless treadmill system comprising a cogged-belt in combination with elongated and complementary cogged drive rollers and a series of aligned and cooperatively interactive cogged support rollers disposed proximate to and in cooperative engagement with the periph... | 04/24/2007 |
| D536432 | Air filtration device | 02/06/2007 |
| 7164450 | Remote control An improved remote control that includes a manual alert mechanism for alerting and providing channel information to television viewer when a regularly viewed television program is about to begin. The improved remote control preferably includes an alerting mechanism ... | 01/16/2007 |
| D534594 | Plush toy animal | 01/02/2007 |
| 7106875 | Dual boundary pressure zone three dimensional microphone and hearing aid In general, a three dimensional microphone and a three dimensional hearing aid is described. The microphone and hearing aid typically have two boundaries that contribute to the increased frequency response and three dimensional response of the microphone. A micropho... | 09/12/2006 |
| D523734 | Bucket bracket | 06/27/2006 |
| 7029355 | Recreational floatation apparatus A recreational floatation apparatus. The apparatus has a generally square frame having several floatation cylinders are attached. Additional floatation cylinders are added at the front and back for further cushioning and floating power. The apparatus can include a p... | 04/18/2006 |
| 7021606 | Vertical panel lift The present invention is a lightweight apparatus related generally to lifting heavy objects of construction materials by a single individual, such as panels of sheetrock to inside or outside walls, easily accommodating walls up to 12 feet in height, including angled... | 04/04/2006 |
| 6892484 | Apparatus and method for mammography film image viewing An overlay device enabling evaluation of a mammography film image and a method thereof wherein a transparent overlay, graphically marked with a two-dimensional scaled grid coordinate system, is placed over and aligned with either a mediolateral oblique or craniocaud... | 05/17/2005 |
| 6821398 | Chlorination system for swimming pools and the like An improved chlorination system for pools, spas, potable water supplies, and the like, provides a vertically oriented electrolytic cell connected between a pump and a lightly salinated pool. The cell preferably contains a metallic electrode, such as copper, and a pr... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6776296 | Toothbrush holder Provided is a toothbrush holder having a body with spoon-shaped cavities. The cavities optionally are lined with rubber material to conform to the shape of a toothbrush. Rubber grommets are utilized to hold the toothbrush in the cavity. A mounting plate attaches to ... | 08/17/2004 |
| 6769494 | Combination line trimmer and edger An improved vegetation trimmer and edging unit for lawn and garden use provides a multi-position front handle, an integral roller edging guide having a flange concentrically located about the motor shaft and being of sufficient diameter to maintain a consistent dist... | 08/03/2004 |
| 6647586 | Portable vacuum cleaning apparatus A portable vacuum cleaning apparatus intended to be carried either on a single shoulder or worn backpack style, wherein the vacuum cleaner has an extensible tube and nozzle arrangement that may be held substantially fully enclosed in the vacuum cleaner ca... | 11/18/2003 |
| 6619541 | Mailbox advertising bonnet A mailbox advertisement bonnet, wherein a durable, waterproof advertising board carrying a printed public notice thereon is provided, and wherein the mailbox advertisement bonnet is dimensioned to fit over and be secured to a conventional mailbox.... | 09/16/2003 |
| 6595438 | Portable spray car wash device A portable, battery powered spray applicator car wash device capable of holding and dispensing liquid cleansers and waxes for rubbing into the body and windows of a vehicle; thereby, enabling complete and portable mobile washing and cleaning services and ... | 07/22/2003 |
| 6581770 | Small component parts filing and inventory control system A small component parts filing and inventory control system including a repeatedly resealable bag for containing small parts, the bag further including a mounting portion extending from the bag. The mounting portion is isolated from the bag cavity so that... | 06/24/2003 |
| 6508159 | Heat sink for firearm barrels and method for attachment and use A firearm heat sink is provided that may be easily affixed to, and removed from, a firearm. The heat sink is provided with a plurality of cooling fins. In a preferred embodiment, the firearm heat sink is held in place by a cooperating collet and ring on e... | 01/21/2003 |
| 6500214 | Camouflage covering and method of manufacture Camouflage covering fabricated by the method of attaching dyed jute strands to netting, wherein the netting is placed over an individual or object to be camouflaged. The covering may be formed as an integral garment, such as a hooded poncho, or may be att... | 12/31/2002 |
| 6446881 | Portable spray car wash device A portable, battery powered spray applicator car wash device capable of holding and dispensing liquid cleansers and waxes for rubbing into the body and windows of a vehicle, thereby enabling complete and portable mobile washing and cleaning services and c... | 09/10/2002 |
| 6440050 | Method of forming a variable sized and shaped pizza box and apparatus thereof A generally rectangular blank of preferably cardboard material having a multitude of strategically positioned cut lines, fold lines, and perforated tear lines. The present invention can be formed into at least two differently shaped and sized boxes; thus,... | 08/27/2002 |
| 6415483 | Jewelry clasp A jewelry clasp assembly, attached to a pair of chains for displaying pearls, gemstones, gems, beads, slides, or the like, including a pair of rectangular shaped pins slidably engaged into similarly shaped receiving channels within said clasp housing and ... | 07/09/2002 |
| 6294985 | Remotely triggered collision avoidance strobe system Disclosed is an aircraft collision avoidance system having remote triggering means, multicolored lamp display, audible alarm, and a stroboscopic light for providing adequate early warning to an aircraft tug operator and other surrounding individuals that ... | 09/25/2001 |
| 6244064 | Combination toolbox-cooler device A tool box section and a cooler section are integrally formed as one device. The toolbox portion is a typical tool box having a plurality of stacking tool trays with a latching means for securing said trays together. The stacked and latched tool trays the... | 06/12/2001 |
| 6209732 | Curling iron holder A hair curling iron support device for holding a hair curling iron, or other styling implement, away from a horizontal or vertical resting surface. The holder is provided with a generally "U" or "V"-shaped, weighted base having at least one support member... | 04/03/2001 |
| 6077876 | Process for high temperature production of organic aerogels Disclosed is a process for the production of organic aerogels, whereby the organic solvent in which the gel is immersed is directly extracted supercritically without the need for exchange with a low temperature solvent (i.e., CO2) prior to extr... | 06/20/2000 |
| 6021722 | Vertically adjustable desk lifting device Provided is a vertically adjustable desk lifting device having a plurality of gas pressurized cylinders for urging a desk in an upward direction, thereby facilitating the raising and lowering of a desk by a single user. The desk can be locked into a multi... | 02/08/2000 |
| 5996152 | Sleep promoting and comforting device for infants A sleep promoting and comforting device for infants having a cavity partially filled with a freely flowable material. The cavity is placed on the torso of an infant lying in any position. A plurality of appendages extend from the cavity of the device. Bot... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5996674 | Rapid installation curtain Provided is an improved curtain for garage door windows, standard windows, and the like, with at least one curtain element overlying a support sleeve portion. The support sleeve portion is affixed adjacent the top edge of the curtain element such that the... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5894952 | Spill-resistant cup lid with condiment funnel and stirring rod This patent discloses a detachable hot beverage cup lid. There is provided a spill resistant feature within the drink-through opening, a condiment funnel, an alignment indicia opposite the drink-through opening, and a novel stirring rod.... | 04/20/1999 |
| 5551497 | Decorative computer keyboard cover A decorative cover for computer keyboards having a covering material assembly (10) of textile fabric, leather, vinyl, or other covering material (12) sewn or otherwise fastened together, configured to conform to the general size and shape of a computer ke... | 09/03/1996 |
