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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8182007 | Shovel attachment The present invention is directed to a shovel attachment that is designed to reduce the stress incurred on an operator's muscles, back, joints, spine, and heart during shoveling. The shovel attachment is designed to attach a second handle to a shovel so that an oper... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8155984 | Computerized method, apparatus and system for issuing surety bonds A method, system and apparatus for obtaining a bond is disclosed. The Invention employs a computer system that has a work station in communication with a server to provide information on a contractor that is required by a surety over the computer system. The server ... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8152561 | Cantilevered mounted bracket with a receptacle with multiple degrees of motion A holder is capable of providing flexible support for the connector of a flexible printed circuit board, and has particular applicability for battery recharging cradles for a mobile computing device or hand-held scanner. The holder comprises a receptacle having a re... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8150500 | Micro vein enhancer The present invention is a Miniature Vein Enhancer that includes a Miniature Projection Head. The Miniature Projection Head may be operated in one of three modes, AFM, DBM, and RTM. The Miniature Projection Head of the present invention projects an image of the vein... | 04/03/2012 |
| 8110131 | Carpet reclamation system A method an apparatus for reclaiming face fibers and polypropylene and/or polyvinyl chloride backing material from rolls and pieces of post-consumer carpet. The system includes a separator for separating the face fibers from the backing and for separating latex and ... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8104752 | Integrated large XY rotary positioning table with virtual center of rotation A unique X, Y, θ (Rotary) positioning system is disclosed that may include a machine base assembly with a substrate slide moving on the machine base with either a recirculating or air bearing in Y direction and two integrated cross stages attached to the slide whic... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8074639 | Building panel A panel, for creating a wall/roof of a structure, may consist of a core and an outside lining, and flow-pipes located under corrugations in the lining. Each of a plurality of pipes run from one end of the core to the opposite end, and protrudes outward from those en... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8073531 | Micro vein enhancer The present invention is a Miniature Vein Enhancer that includes a Miniature Projection Head. The Miniature Projection Head may be operated in one of three modes, AFM, DBM, and RTM. The Miniature Projection Head of the present invention projects an image of the vein... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8060952 | Odor removal system and overflow safety system for toilets An odor removal system, in particular an odor removal system for use with flush toilets. The present invention includes an exhaust system, and a rim. The rim of the toilet is connected to the toilet vent via an outlet located on the toilet. The present invention imp... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8053033 | Brake caliper paint applicator A method of protecting a brake caliper is provided. The method includes the steps of cleaning an outer surface of a brake caliper and blending a liquid protective covering solution in an applicator mix the coating composition. The applicator is primed to start the f... | 11/08/2011 |
| 8032989 | Casement window hinge A hinge for casement windows is disclosed. The said hinge includes a track and a shoe that is adapted to travel along the track. There is a sash arm that is pivotally connected and extending from the shoe and a support arm. The support arm has a first end and a seco... | 10/11/2011 |
| 8022123 | Method for manufacturing and dispersing nanoparticles in thermoplastics Clays and organoclays which are treated with resorcinol diphosphate and/or bisphenol diphosphate as general nanoparticle particle dispersants and replacements for quaternary amines. The two compounds are used as self activating and self dispersing nanoparticles by l... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7983738 | Three dimensional imaging of veins Method for creating a three dimensional imaging system is disclosed. There is a first source of laser light and a second source of laser light having a wavelength different from the wavelength of the laser light of the first source. The laser light from the first an... | 07/19/2011 |
| 7976825 | Cancer cell diagnosis by targeting delivery of nanodevices Macromolecular contrast agents for magnetic resonance imaging are described. Biomolecules and their modified derivatives form stable complexes with paramagnetic ions thus increasing the molecular relaxivity of carriers. The synthesis of biomolecular based nanodevice... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7941898 | Window rotating handle A window operator handle securable to a casement window operating drive shaft is described. The handle is movable between an operating position to a folded position The handle has a body housing that has a cavity which includes an operating mechanism. The operating ... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7937956 | Method and apparatus for the manipulation and management of a cryogen for production of frozen small volumes of a substance A method and apparatus for the manipulation and management process of cryogen such that it controls both the fluid body movement as well as internal currents within the cryogen. Small volumes of a desired substance introduced into this managed cryogen for the produc... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7931494 | Flexible holder for a connector having a receptacle with multiple degrees of motion A holder is capable of providing flexible support for the connector of a flexible printed circuit board, and has particular applicability for battery recharging cradles for a mobile computing device or hand-held scanner. The holder comprises a receptacle having a re... | 04/26/2011 |
| D636676 | Packing separator for packing bottles | 04/26/2011 |
| 7905521 | Multi-point sliding door latch A multi-point door latch adapted to fit in the stile of a door. The multi-point door latch includes a pair of hooks that are allowed to rotably pivot around a pair of eccentric cams. The eccentric cams are allowed to rotate inside of apertures located through the hu... | 03/15/2011 |
| D634175 | Handle | 03/15/2011 |
| D634132 | Armless bar chair | 03/15/2011 |
| 7904138 | Micro vein enhancer The present invention is a Miniature Vein Enhancer that includes a Miniature Projection Head. The Miniature Projection Head may be operated in one of three modes, AFM, DBM, and RTM. The Miniature Projection Head of the present invention projects an image of the vein... | 03/08/2011 |
| 7900400 | Adjustable window hinge The present invention corrects sash sag in casement windows by implementing an adjustable hinge. The adjustable hinge includes a sash arm, a support arm, a retaining clip and an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism serves a twofold purpose. First, it allow... | 03/08/2011 |
| 7880962 | Optical and infrared periscope with display monitor The present invention includes a periscope, which has two camera objectives. The cameras are housed on top of the viewing monitor inside of a housing cell, so as to efficiently utilize the cabin space of the vehicle. One camera objective is a day camera bullet that ... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7846164 | Pedicle punch with cannula The present invention relates to pedicle implements, in particular pedicle implants that involve screws. The present invention includes a handle, a pointy tip, a shaft, a cannula located therethrough and mini protrusions used to prevent toggling. The crux of the pre... | 12/07/2010 |
| D628408 | Table | 12/07/2010 |
| 7879818 | Hyaluronic acid-based cross-linked nanoparticles Methods are disclosed for preparing novel biodegradable cross-linked nanoparticles based on covalently cross-linking modifications of hyaluronic acid. The final products of the present invention are stable in aqueous media, and may be used as detergents and as addit... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7836525 | Comfort seat and commode device for a wheel chair and the like A Comfort Seat and Commode Device that is adaptable for incorporation into a wheel chair, an ordinary arm chair or couch or bed, a hospital bed, or any other means of convalescence or permanent occupation by the disabled, is herein disclosed. The device's framework ... | 11/23/2010 |
| D626815 | Handle | 11/09/2010 |
| 7823690 | Multi-layered, peelable hygienic cover for a stethoscope A disposable stethoscope cover that covers at least the surface of the diaphragm is disclosed. The cover contacts a patient during use and reduces transmittal of microorganisms. The cover is in the form of a flexible sheet having a top and a bottom surface. The shee... | 11/02/2010 |
| D624336 | Dining table | 09/28/2010 |
| D624239 | Cosmetic applicator | 09/21/2010 |
| 7789520 | Electroluminescent communication system between articles of apparel and the like An article of apparel, or household fabric, having a power source, a switch and at least one electroluminescent or fabric strip for illuminating the article of apparel, or household article. In addition, the present invention can be used in a peer to peer network. T... | 09/07/2010 |
| 7775563 | Mortise lock for a sliding door The two-point mortise latch of the present invention includes, a central actuator having teeth that are meshed with the teeth of a gear wheel, wherein the gear wheel and the central actuator are pivotally connected to at least one hook, via the hook arm. Wherein the... | 08/17/2010 |
| 7772343 | Polymeric product for film formation The present invention relates to core/shell vinyl polymers wherein an at least partially crosslinked core is formed from a monovinyl monomer and/or a di/tri/ or higher multivinyl monomer wherein the degree of crosslinking in the core ranges from slight to high depen... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7754256 | Nutritional composition A dietary supplement for dogs is disclosed. The composition is a blend of methyl sulfonyl methane, glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, ascorbic acid, phylloquinone, yucca powder and stabilized rice bran. The composition may be added to a variety of meat produc... | 07/13/2010 |
| D619386 | Single-seat wing chair | 07/13/2010 |
| D619385 | Wing chair | 07/13/2010 |
| 7740883 | Nanoparticles from chitosan Methods are disclosed for preparing crosslinked core and core-shell nanoparticle polymers from chitosan. The final products of the present invention may be used as detergents and as additives for pharmaceutical composition and for drug delivery, and DNA carrier syst... | 06/22/2010 |
| 7739835 | Opening device An opening mechanism having a cover assembly, a base mounting plate, and a lever member. The lever member has a first arm and a second arm, which pivot from a first position to a second position. The movement of the arms from the first position to the second positio... | 06/22/2010 |
