Did You Know...
...that the x-ray was discovered purely by accident? When German physicist Wilhelm Konrad von Roentgen was experimenting with cathode rays in 1895, he put an activated Crookes tube in a book and went out to lunch. When he returned, he discovered that a key that had also been placed in the book showed up as an image on the developed film!
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8173151 | Antimicrobial material and method for making the same This invention provides a modified catheter biomaterial that provides both immediate, and long-term microbiocidal effects on otherwise antibiotic-resistant strains of microorganisms. The material, which exhibits good mechanical performance characteristics for medica... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8127247 | Human-machine-interface and method for manipulating data in a machine vision system This invention provides a Graphical User Interface (GUI) that operates in connection with a machine vision detector or other machine vision system, which provides a highly intuitive and industrial machine-like appearance and layout. The GUI includes a centralized im... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8126260 | System and method for locating a three-dimensional object using machine vision This invention provides a system and method for determining position of a viewed object in three dimensions by employing 2D machine vision processes on each of a plurality of planar faces of the object, and thereby refining the location of the object. First a rough ... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8114005 | Method for modifying skin distance from a brachytherapy balloon applicator In brachytherapy radiation treatment, particularly on the breast following a tumor resection, adequate skin to balloon distance must be maintained, to avoid damage to the skin. Often the distance is too small in certain areas or at a single point. The disclosed proc... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8103085 | System and method for detecting flaws in objects using machine vision This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a system and method for flexibly detecting flaws in the acquired runtime/live images of objects based upon an inspection process that employs a training or model image of the object. This syste... | 01/24/2012 |
| 8061709 | System and method for rotating sheets A system and method for rotating sheets receiving cut sheets from a source and providing them to a utilization device. The rotator continually engages sheets with at least one drive component throughout the transport and rotation process. The rotator includes a tran... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8007379 | Tennis racket with adjustable balance and method for using the same This invention provides a racket that allows for the adjustability of balance within the structure of the racket. The racket's adjustment mechanism and its function are easy to use and optimize any player's game. The adjustment mechanism resides in the handle in a m... | 08/30/2011 |
| 7912287 | Distributed document processing A method for document processing including decomposing an image of a document into at least one data entry region sub-image, providing the data entry region sub-image to a data entry clerk available for processing the data entry region sub-image, receiving from the ... | 03/22/2011 |
| D627209 | Hanging hook | 11/16/2010 |
| 7815069 | Collapsible insulated cooler A collapsible, soft-sided, insulated cooler or other container having a top, a sidewall having a sidewall top connected to the rim of the top and a bottom connected at a sidewall bottom, opposite the top. The top includes a zipper or other closure that extends from ... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7779773 | Device for holding water bottle or other object in watercraft or other mobile conveyance A stowage device for a mobile conveyance such as a watercraft. In the case of a watercraft, the stowage device replaces an inspection port cover. The stowage device is adapted to screw into the existing inspection port with no modification. The stowage device incorp... | 08/24/2010 |
| 7775015 | System and method for high-speed insertion of envelopes This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a system and method for inserting contents into envelopes that generally reduces the number of operative device components, locates all components in a readily and accessible location, reduces ... | 08/17/2010 |
| D621820 | Television support | 08/17/2010 |
| D620755 | Toddler's drinking cup with sleeve and top | 08/03/2010 |
| 7762296 | Agricultural vehicle tire This invention provides a tire for agricultural vehicles that employs a tread design having a flattened contact surface across the width and a plurality of curved lugs that alternately extend from each sidewall to a location nearly adjacent to the opposing side wall... | 07/27/2010 |
| 7752720 | System for attaching trim covers to a flexible substrate This invention provides a system and method for attaching a trim cover to a flexible/resilient substrate, typically constructed from foam, which includes a plurality of clips that each has a base molded into the substrate. The bases each include a central “keyhole... | 07/13/2010 |
| 7729735 | System and method for venous oximetry using a catheter This invention provides a system and method for confirming the proper placement of a penetrating catheter into a vascular compartment without undesirable arterial cannulation using principles of oximetry in which blood from the penetrated region is subjected to ligh... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7693765 | System and method for creating electronic real estate registration A system for providing a registered land asset includes a property transaction database in communication with a computer network the property transaction database provides information related to transactions associated with each registered land asset parcel, each la... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7691086 | Catheter for introduction of medications to the tissues of a heart or other organ This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a positionable, direct-injection catheters that can access a specific region of the heart or other organ. The catheter is provided with one or two needle shafts, which may be located within res... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7690882 | System and method for inverting folded stacks of continuous web This invention provides a system and method for separating, folding, stacking and transporting a continuous web that allows stacks of web that are relatively large (four-feet-high or more) to be generated at high speed directly beneath the folding mechanism and to b... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7674966 | System and method for realtime scoring of games and other applications The invention provides a software framework that allows real-time computer-generated music to be used in interactive applications, particularly video games, by “modularizing” music-producing and music-modifying computer procedures into musically logical and prog... | 03/09/2010 |
| 7665059 | System and method for designing multiple clock domain circuits A Hardware Description Language (HDL) utilizing a Term Rewriting System (TRS) is provided that simplifies handling of clocks, and signaling between various clock domains of a multi-clock domain circuit specification. A specific clock data type is supplied for use wi... | 02/16/2010 |
| 7654947 | Apparatus for adjusting a swing arc and centering of swinging director chute An apparatus for adjusting a swing arc and centering of a swinging director chute during separating, folding, stacking and transporting a continuous web that allows stacks of web that are relatively large (four-feet-high or more) to be generated at high speed direct... | 02/02/2010 |
| 7647567 | System and method for scheduling TRS rules A system and method for Term Rewriting System hardware design employs a scheduler that incorporates a preference order in scheduling conflicting rules. The scheduler schedules a conflicting rule to execute when its predicate is true, and it is preferred over other c... | 01/12/2010 |
| 7629699 | System and method for controlling a power generating system This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a power generating system particularly suitable for field use in remote locations, which is fuel-efficient, relatively quiet, tolerant of dust, capable of operating on low-grade logistics and d... | 12/08/2009 |
| 7614563 | System and method for providing diffuse illumination in a symbology reader An illumination system and method for use in a handheld symbology reader that employs a grid of reflecting elements applied to a transparent plate adapted to project a highly diffuse and uniform illumination on a subject. The grid defines a geometry with a large num... | 11/10/2009 |
| 7597337 | System and method for providing gyroscopic stabilization to a two-wheeled vehicle This invention provides a stabilizing system and method for two-wheeled vehicles (typically small, human-powered bicycles) that affords the rider no restriction on the full range of movements (banks, leans, etc.) common to bicycles, but that provides greater stabili... | 10/06/2009 |
| 7588347 | Lighting fixture This invention provides a lighting fixture for use in low-ceiling applications and/or outdoor environments, such as parking garages that allows for the use of more-efficient lighting sources, such as fluorescent lamps, with more-even distribution of light along the ... | 09/15/2009 |
| 7588146 | Computer case This invention provides a case system that removably stores a laptop computer so that it can be removed normally through the top of the case when needed, but also through a flap formed in the side of the case while residing upon a tray with retention lips on at leas... | 09/15/2009 |
| 7578933 | Biological filter for aquatic ecosystems This invention provides a filtration system for home aquaria that uses a closed-circuit pathway having a surface that contacts a flow of water moving between a tank inlet and tank outlet. The surface allows for algal growth thereon, and for transmission of light the... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7575137 | Covered notepad with document holder This invention provides a combination note pad and credential holder having a neck cord or lanyard that passes through a loop in the notepad to allow the item to be worn about the neck at a desired level, typically at chest height. The notepad can include a back cov... | 08/18/2009 |
| 6832573 | Wheel-mounted tire pressure gauge A tire pressure gauge is provided. The tire pressure gauge is mounted on a rim of a wheel or on a hub of the wheel. An interconnection is made to the valve stem of the wheel. The interconnection includes a tap that directs pressure from the interconnection via a tub... | 12/21/2004 |
| D592943 | Hanger for purse or other article | 05/26/2009 |
| D592489 | Hanger for purse or other article | 05/19/2009 |
| 7509081 | High-capacity toner cartridge and toner agitator An agitator blade and toner cartridge that enables a higher capacity of toner while lowering the load exerted by the print engine motor as toner is agitated. This allows for greater efficiency at low toner levels as the blade is brought closer to the inner wall of t... | 03/24/2009 |
| 7487575 | System for attaching trim covers to a flexible substrate This invention provides a system and method for attaching a trim cover to a flexible/resilient substrate, typically constructed from foam, which includes a plurality of clips that each has a base molded into the substrate. The bases each include a central “key-hol... | 02/10/2009 |
| 7487871 | Padfolio with tapered elastic outer pocket This invention provides a padfolio, portfolio, case, bag or other business accessory that carries, on an exterior surface, a pocket flap that is typically open at the top edge and joined at a bottom edge. It has a size sufficient to completely cover a predetermined ... | 02/10/2009 |
| 7485977 | Power generating system This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a power generating system particularly suitable for field use in remote locations, which is fuel-efficient, relatively quiet, tolerant of dust, capable of operating on low grade logistics and d... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7484249 | Apron with beverage holder This invention provides an apron having at least one beverage pocket specifically designed for holding beverage containers at a convenient location for easy access by the user. The pocket includes a reinforced outer rim, formed from a durable polymer ring or gusset ... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7433612 | Timing wheel for toner cartridge with dual springs This invention provides a timing wheel assembly for controlling the timing of toner cartridge operation that is fixedly attached to a shaft of a toner tank agitator and that is operatively connected to a drive gear of a toner cartridge mounted coaxially on the shaft... | 10/07/2008 |
