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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 4681551 | Aquatic device This invention is an improved aquatic means wherein a standard, readily available tire inner tube is fitted with special bindings that gives a double end, boat-like configuration and allows the foot of the user thereof to be readily inserted into and rele... | 07/21/1987 |
| 4658266 | Vertical antenna with improved artificial ground system The present invention relates to vertical antenna systems employing an improved artificial ground system. In a low frequency design, the artificial ground system provided is in the form of a counterpoise or ground screen that is provided with an efficient... | 04/14/1987 |
| 4646598 | Brick cutting and handling apparatus having movable wire bank cutter assembly The present invention relates to a brick cutting and handling apparatus having a movable wire bank cutter assembly. The wire bank cutter assembly is movably confined within a holding frame structure and is movable generally vertically up and down therein ... | 03/03/1987 |
| 4628547 | Apparatus for containment of oral secretions The present invention is a pocket cuspidor which is simple, sanitary and convenient for containerizing oral secretions. Tobacco juice, spitum and other oral secretions are expectorated through a mouthpiece into a small portable container. Pressing a thumb... | 12/16/1986 |
| 4623184 | Container carrying means This invention is an improved container carrying means in the form of a central housing containing a plurality of inner-connected linkages with gripping fingers outwardly extending from on one end and a handle means outwardly extending from the other end.... | 11/18/1986 |
| 4608760 | Frame alignment indicator This invention is a means for indicating the alignment or non-alignment of vehicle type frames. The device clips over a portion of the frame with an indicator arm terminating in an indicator finger which, if in alignment, will point toward a pre-determine... | 09/02/1986 |
| 4606266 | Combination can crushing and exercising means This invention is a combination can crusher and exercise device. A spring loaded jaw means acts as an exerciser for the user thereof while at the same time being adaptable for use as a can crusher. The present invention has the additional feature of being... | 08/19/1986 |
| 4606073 | Assistance summoning system A compact and simple to operate transceiving device used by law enforcement officers, security agents, military personnel and the like to prerecord an emergency message prior to leaving his vehicle. In an emergency situation, the apparatus will automatica... | 08/12/1986 |
| 4605397 | Apparatus for supporting and managing a medical pig tail type fluid infusion device The present invention entails an apparatus for receiving and holding a medical fluid infusion device of the type having a main patient feed line that directs fluid to and into a patient and which further includes a plurality of feeding pig tails that bran... | 08/12/1986 |
| 4605017 | Permanent wave cape This invention is an improved permanent wave cap which provides a means for preventing liquid run-offs from dripping down the face and neck of the person receiving the permanent. Also a means is provided for catching liquids for recycling them back over t... | 08/12/1986 |
| 4602773 | Extremity debridement trough The present invention entails an extremity debridement trough for receiving and holding an arm or leg extremity of a patient. A trough structure is supported by a mobile frame structure including an adjustable vertical member connected to the trough. The ... | 07/29/1986 |
| 4602650 | Liquid applicator This invention is a paint applicator with the normal handle portion terminating in either a finger configuration or a glove configuration to allow the bristle or applicator portion thereof to be more accurately and less tiringly manipulated.... | 07/29/1986 |
| 4602598 | Spring and valve skirt This invention is a spring and valve skirt which can be retrofitted to existing engines as well as installed on new ones. This skirt slips over the valve stem and valve spring of an engine and in addition to other advantages greatly reduces exhaust emissi... | 07/29/1986 |
| 4597769 | Coal demineralization and depyritization process The present invention entails a coal demineralization and depyritization process which produces coal with extremely low mineral (ash) and pyrite contents. Essentially the present process calls for the chemical treatment of the coal surface first, followed... | 07/01/1986 |
| 4597124 | Method and apparatus for cleaning upholstery The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for cleaning upholstery which involves minimal risk of dye bleeding and which is reasonably effective. The invention uses a hand-held applicator and a remote unit. A jet nozzle on the hand-held appli... | 07/01/1986 |
| 4595420 | Method and apparatus for cleaning and maintaining carpet The present invention entails a method and apparatus for cleaning and maintaining large areas of low to medium pile carpet, such as is found in hotels, airports, etc. The invention employs a mobile carpet cleaning machine which is propelled over the carpe... | 06/17/1986 |
| 4592340 | Artificial catheter means An arterial catheter of the multi-lumen type having an inflatable balloon portion to wedge the catheter in place against the arterial wall. Multi-infusions are allowed through the segmented multi-lumens. This catheter is so designed to allow blood to flow... | 06/03/1986 |
| 4587752 | Exhibitor means This invention is an exhibiting means in the form of an upright member with a plurality of arms for posting memoranda, checks, lab reports, and the like. The support arms are secured to the upright in overlapping fashion and include a rib or strong back t... | 05/13/1986 |
| 4585420 | Molded rubber ski rope handle with continuous closed finger protector The present invention relates to a ski rope handle assembly of the molded rubber type. The present invention is characterized by an external rope loop connection formed about each end of the handle that is offset from a fully closed finger protector sleev... | 04/29/1986 |
| 4583482 | Signal indicator A portable ground insert signal indicator designed to be utilized by an individual to indicate his or her presence in a wooded or forested area and to direct others to his or her location. The signal indicator of the present invention comprises an elongat... | 04/22/1986 |
| 4583405 | Testing device This invention is a fluorescent light testing device. It is difficult to determine which fluorescent light or lights may be weak or on the verge of failing when a plurality of lights are disposed in the same general area. This is particularly true when th... | 04/22/1986 |
| 4582062 | Home tanning tent structure The present invention relates to an apparatus for tanning which may be easily and conveniently used inside the home. The invention employs a tent structure which can be disassembled and stored in a small place and a conventional sunlamp. The interior surf... | 04/15/1986 |
| 4574421 | Locking bars for vacuum cleaner The present invention relates to a vacuum cleaner locking device that is particularly adapted to lock an industrial vacuum cleaner of the type having an upper container and lower container disposed in a stacked relationship wherein each container includes... | 03/11/1986 |
| 4574402 | Two piece closet ring with moisture membrane clamping arrangement This invention is an improved sealing arrangement for use in conjunction with water closet rings wherein a lower section includes an inwardly beveled shoulder which fits a similar configured neoprene type gasket. When a specifically designed top section t... | 03/11/1986 |
| 4573927 | Means and method of showing feelings This invention is a means to aide children in identifying, accepting and expressing their feelings. This means is in the form of a doll like figure which is used adjunctively in therapeutic and child care setting as well as in natural surroundings. The do... | 03/04/1986 |
| 4570646 | Method and apparatus for smoking The present invention comprises a method and apparatus for smoking. The smoking apparatus is specifically designed for use by smokers in smoking cigarettes. Moreover, the smoking apparatus may be referred to as a generally closed smoking system because sm... | 02/18/1986 |
| 4568577 | Laminated timber structure for use as a stud, joist or post substitute The present invention entails a laminated timber structure comprised of a plurality of elongated laminated timbers laminated together in side-by-side relationship to form an elongated timber structure. The cross sectional area of the respective elongated ... | 02/04/1986 |
| 4561658 | Math matching game The present invention entails a matching game and game board therefor for teaching math fundamentals such as multiplication, addition, subtraction, etc., to children. Cards having math problems thereon are distributed about the game board and during the c... | 12/31/1985 |
| 4557066 | Animal trap A trapping device is disclosed for animals such as rats, mice and other types of animals. One particular design disclosed herein entails a tomb type trap especially designed for rats and mice which is disposable and of a simple and inexpensive monolithic ... | 12/10/1985 |
| 4557031 | Process for producing permanent art work display A process for preserving art works which otherwise would be lost after a normal wear period. The process includes removing of art work from a T-shirt or similar piece of wearing apparel and laminating the same with a curable transparent resin on a backing... | 12/10/1985 |
| 4552484 | Composting container for field use This invention is a system for field disposal of human feces through the use of composting containers that prevent the spread of intestinal bacteria, including virulent pathogens, which otherwise would occur when wilderness visitors practice shallow buria... | 11/12/1985 |
| 4549558 | Smoking appliance This invention is an improved smoking appliance in the form of a pipe having a filter holder which is readily openable for insertion and removal of the filter and yet is compact when in the closed position. Also an improved filter medium is provided for e... | 10/29/1985 |
| 4485119 | Electric gear drive nutcracker The present invention entails an impact nutcracker having an electric gear drive for automatically and continuously cocking the nutcracker. A striker is movably mounted adjacent an impact nutcracking assembly, and the striker is movable between a cocked p... | 11/27/1984 |
| 4482157 | Tip ball game This invention is a game which is a combination of basic basketball, football, volleyball and soccer. This combination is so designed to show the beauty of each sport as well as providing recreational exercise. Total athletic skills are displayed in the g... | 11/13/1984 |
| 4479079 | Apparatus for varying the speed of DC motors The commutator of a DC motor is uniquely constructed to include at least one dead segment at least as wide as the associated brush (brushes). A silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) is arrranged in the circuit between the voltage source and said brush (brush... | 10/23/1984 |
| 4476938 | Aerating means This invention is an aerating device particularly suitable for use in connection with golf course greens and similar applications. The device is adapted to be pulled behind a vehicle such as a tractor which also acts as a power source for operation of the... | 10/16/1984 |
| 4472952 | System for managing the issuance and return of selected articles such as tools, keys and the like The present invention relates to a system that inherently manages the issuance and return of selected articles such as keys, tools, and the like to a retaining or central station. Of prime importance with respect to the present invention is the fact that ... | 09/25/1984 |
| 4468150 | Adjustable cradle for supporting and stabilizing boats The present invention entails an adjustable boat cradle for supporting a boat. There is disclosed a rectangular base frame structure with a plurality of adjustable vertical support assemblies strategically located and connected to the base frame structure... | 08/28/1984 |
| 4459705 | Garment with interfacing extended to form lower body suit The present invention entails a single piece garment having a two piece garment appearance. First, a dress type outer garment section is provided and includes shoulder areas as well as neck and arm openings. A lining or interfacing is secured interiorly o... | 07/17/1984 |
| 4450739 | Method and apparatus for transferring slugs from a conveyor to a slug cutting device The present invention relates to a brick handling system for conveying brick slugs to and through a slug cutting device such as a wire bank cutter. More particularly, the system comprises an off bearing belt that conveys slugs to a discharge point where a... | 05/29/1984 |
