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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8087513 | Music instrument case with interchangeable lids A flexible music instrument case uses an interchangeable lid system to allow different types of lids to be attached to a main body depending on the particular needs of the user. The main body of the music case has an internal chamber configured to closely contain an... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8033565 | Tandem wheel suspension systems A trailer tandem wheel suspension system comprising a pair of suspension units (3) for mounting on either side of a chassis (4) of a trailer (1) to support a pair of wheels 2′, 2″ and arranged to respond both to small and large deflec... | 10/11/2011 |
| D646447 | Washing ball | 10/04/2011 |
| D646341 | Exercise device | 10/04/2011 |
| 7999841 | Image expansion system to create larger size or larger resolution images The disclosure is directed to an electro-optical imaging system that includes an image selection assembly that receives images along a movable optical axis and provides the images to a sensor disposed on a fixed optical axis. The movable axis is movable with respect... | 08/16/2011 |
| D642565 | Automated system controller | 08/02/2011 |
| D641586 | Electric kitchen appliance | 07/19/2011 |
| 7949254 | Security message filtering using OCDMA encoding To achieve secure optical communications, a messaging encoding scheme is utilized in which optical communication signals are encoded based upon a known unique code. This encoding methodology allows for the broad transmission across an optical network which will incl... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7909355 | Drive-on multipurpose trailer configurable for semi-vertical storage A multi-purpose trailer provides further utility by being easily configurable in a carrying orientation, a drive-on loading orientation, and a storage orientation. The storage orientation is capable of near vertical storage, thus taking up very limited amounts of fl... | 03/22/2011 |
| D631871 | Remote control | 02/01/2011 |
| D631469 | Remote control and display device | 01/25/2011 |
| 7828498 | Connection mechanism for large scale retaining wall blocks A block assembly includes integral connection mechanisms specifically designed for incorporation into engineered retaining walls. These connection mechanisms specifically accommodate the use of reinforcing grids in the formation of a retaining wall which, when used,... | 11/09/2010 |
| 7805690 | Method for generating compiler, simulation, synthesis and test suite from a common processor specification A hardware/software design tool converts an electronic design specification and zero or more technology specifications into realization of the electronic design in computer hardware, software and firmware. It compiles design and logic technology specifications into ... | 09/28/2010 |
| D624611 | Vibrating exercise device | 09/28/2010 |
| D619996 | Remote control docking cradle | 07/20/2010 |
| D618346 | Data capture and recording device | 06/22/2010 |
| 7706685 | Data communication network using optical power averaged multiplexing An optical network system, including multiple nodes, an optical switch, and a switch controller, is configured to achieve communication in the optical domain. Each node is configured to receive both high frequency and low frequency inputs, generally utilized for han... | 04/27/2010 |
| 7698167 | Catalog building method and system Systems and methods are described which produce a catalog from a previously existing database. The method defines catalog data fields and links same to the data fields of the database. In one embodiment, the method scans the database for its dat fields and automatic... | 04/13/2010 |
| 7653305 | Optical transport system and device The present disclosure is directed to an optical transport system and device that conserves power, provides for efficient transport of photonic signals and is capable to accommodate a number of different nodes. The system and device are implemented with the major co... | 01/26/2010 |
| D605914 | Attachment device for a ratchet wrench | 12/15/2009 |
| 6891868 | Laser driver with noise reduction feedback for optical storage applications In order to provide a low noise laser beam, a noise reducing feedback network is provided which creates a noise reducing signal and provides that signal to the laser itself. In order to produce the noise reducing signal, the operation of the laser is monitored and t... | 05/10/2005 |
| 6241267 | Control arm for use in vehicle suspension system A control arm used as a suspension link within a vehicle suspension system has two similar members. Each member has a substantially W shaped cross section and circular endplates. The endplates are coupled together with bushings that include a compressible... | 06/05/2001 |
| 6216509 | Hydroformed tubular member and method of hydroforming tubular members Tubular members for use in vehicle frames are easily and economically produced using a hydroforming process in which a high pressure fluid is presented to the interior of a tubular member, thus causing the tube to expand to meet the interior walls of a fo... | 04/17/2001 |
| 6126088 | Extended rate range sprayer nozzle system A nozzle mounting and control system for use in sprayers comprising multiple sets of nozzles mounted in the operating position on a sprayer boom. Control valves are operable to select which sets of nozzles are operating at any given time. The valves may b... | 10/03/2000 |
| 6109011 | Method and apparatus for cultivation and harvesting of mushrooms and other plant material An apparatus for the controlled growth and harvesting of mushrooms and other plant material is disclosed comprising a substrate container including a growth surface through which extend a plurality of growth apertures arrayed in a pattern on the growth su... | 08/29/2000 |
| 6025591 | Quadrupole mass spectrometers A quadrupole mass spectrometer comprises an ion source (20), a mass filter (22) and an ion collector (24). The ion source comprises an array (30) of quantum wires. The mass filter comprises four glass fibres (32) coated with nickel and the ion collector i... | 02/15/2000 |
| 6023225 | Golf equipment inventory device The device of the present invention, positionable in or on a golf bag, monitors golf club location. The device includes a marker mechanism, positionable on a golf club that imparts a unique identification to the club. The device also includes sensing mech... | 02/08/2000 |
| 6013997 | Three dimensional tactile seam tracing device The three dimensional probe device of the present invention is mountable on a working end of a fully automated and articulated robotic arm movable through at least five degrees of axial freedom in a global dimensional reference. The three dimensional prob... | 01/11/2000 |
| 6002984 | Method and system for enabling use of current information about farming data The present invention is a method and system for enabling farmers and producers to record, store and retrieve information about production data related to farming to utilize in managing crops and evaluating crop yield and characteristics.... | 12/14/1999 |
| 5999042 | Switchable response active filter A switchable active filter circuit is formed which employs a ground based switch to direct a portion of a feedback current away from a virtual ground terminal of an operational amplifier, thereby providing enhanced circuit Q and greater phase control at f... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5999734 | Compiler-oriented apparatus for parallel compilation, simulation and execution of computer programs and hardware models A distributed, compiler-oriented database is disclosed with operating modes including parallel compilation, parallel simulation and parallel execution of computer programs and hardware models. The invention utilizes a hardware apparatus consisting of shar... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5973732 | Object tracking system for monitoring a controlled space An object tracking system used for monitoring objects as they traverse a controlled space provides for efficient processing and creates a "database output" which includes the direction each object has traveled along with an identification of the specific ... | 10/26/1999 |
| 5956875 | Post sleeve A post sleeve having a tube-like structure comprising an interior and an exterior surface is provided which provides superior capabilities for use as an indicator or marking sign. The interior comprises a channel for slidingly engaging a post having a T-s... | 09/28/1999 |
| 5921661 | Automatic bulb shutoff system for lighting fixtures A control system is provided for use in conjunction with a lighting fixture which will provide additional safety by avoiding the risk of fire. The safety system provides a number of sensors which are capable of detecting the presence of objects in close p... | 07/13/1999 |
| 5845460 | Component tray stacker for automated chip handling system A component tray handling system is provided which is capable of handling vacuum formed plastic component trays which have very different controlled surfaces and tolerances. In these vacuum formed trays, a leading ridge is formed at a known location with ... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5839730 | Consecutive card side bet method A unique method for a wagering game is achieved by providing a side bet opportunity during the play of a Twenty-One game. The player is given the opportunity to place this side bet with the hope of receiving winnings when certain predetermined card config... | 11/24/1998 |
| 5818195 | Dual state controller for brushless electric motors A controller is provided for use with electric motors which will achieve a two mode motor operation. In this operation, a first mode is utilized having a torque configuration thus more efficiently providing high torque outputs from the motor. However, a s... | 10/06/1998 |
| 5810034 | Balanced rotary air manifold A balanced rotary manifold is disclosed which is capable of carrying a plurality of control signals from a control housing to an outlet port on a rotatable structure. These control signals can then be appropriately transmitted to further devices which are... | 09/22/1998 |
| 5803809 | Method of playing a multi-decked poker type game A method of playing a card game is provided where multiple separate decks of playing cards are utilized in a unique dealing scheme which results in unique and distinct winning hands not previously available. In the dealing scheme utilized by the method of... | 09/08/1998 |
| 5782401 | Automated system and method for welding a first metal part to a second metal part The invention provides an automated system for welding a first metal part to a second metal part. The system includes a trainable articulated arm, and a moving mechanism for moving the arm. The moving mechanism comprises servos connected to the arm for mo... | 07/21/1998 |
