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...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 |
| 6014585 | Method of treating pain using ion conducting tape Pain is relieved by application of a electrical/ion conductive tape over the pain site. This tape promotes the flow of minute endogenous electrical currents. The use of the tape in most cases immediately relieves the pain.... | 01/11/2000 |
| 5974721 | High-intensity light-emitting diode fishing float An improved lighted fishing float is illustrated using a two colored high intensity light source which may be composed of either one duo colored high intensity light emitting diode or two separate colored high intensity light emitting diodes. The entire u... | 11/02/1999 |
| 5947870 | Exercise and rehabilitative apparatus An exercise and rehabilitation apparatus for skiers and athletes who need to maintain good endurance, balance, coordination, and strength in their legs is disclosed which allows for movement both horizontally and vertically while jumping side to side with... | 09/07/1999 |
| 5898372 | Lighted fishing float with motion detector An illuminated fishing float with high intensity multi colored high intensity light emitting diodes signals fish activity beneath the float. When the float is activated a single color of light is emitted. When fish activity occurs beneath the float a flas... | 04/27/1999 |
| 5761845 | Fish hook lure and leader carrier A fish hook lure and leader carrier is formed from plastic. It has a basic configuration having a tubular structure with two caps, one on each end. The interior of the tubular structure houses the hooks and/or lures in the interior cavities. The leader ex... | 06/09/1998 |
| 5729936 | Prefab fiber building construction Prefabricated panels are formed by compressing a fiber slurry which may be composed of waste fiber products such as waste paper, cardboard, straw, leaves and grass clippings. The slurry, which may contain waterproofing, fire retardants, anti fungal agents... | 03/24/1998 |
| 5645587 | Prevention of calcification and degeneration of biological tissue grafts for implantation in humans The present invention relates to chemical treatment for prevention of calcification and degeneration of biological tissue grafts used as a whole or in a part as heart valve substitutes, substitutes of blood vessel, pericardial substitutes, and surgical me... | 07/08/1997 |
| 5601277 | Jacking system for two wheeled vehicles The need for a simple lifting and leveling system for two wheeled vehicles is met by a jacking system and an adjustable stand. The jacking system is comprised of a base with a rotational member extending through two openings in the parallel sides of the b... | 02/11/1997 |
| 5538015 | Shoulder motion controlling harness The Shoulder Motion Controlling Harness is a light weight strong porous and durable unit that can be comfortably worn for long periods of time which is fully adjustable and allows for severe to light restriction of arm and shoulder movement, enabling each... | 07/23/1996 |
| 5509806 | Portable multiple module simulator aparatus and method of use A method and apparatus are disclosed for multi-media simulation of the sounds, sights, and motions associated with various real life experiences. Roadable trailers having modules are combined to form a platform or support for an exoskeleton in the shape o... | 04/23/1996 |
| 5401011 | Belt clamp A belt clamp stabilizing an intact belt while it encompasses a pulley formed from a rear plate, front plate, 2 cams, and a center block with griping surfaces. The clamp is easily attached to an existing belt without having two cut an additional belt. A br... | 03/28/1995 |
| 5372169 | Bicycle cover A water resistant cover in the form of a sack for wheeled vehicles is described. The cover accommodates wheeled vehicles such as bicycles, mopeds, motorcycles, or the like. The sack packs into itself by means of a sleeve opening attached to the cover and ... | 12/13/1994 |
| 5357792 | Adaptor for testing fuel pressure in an operating engine An adaptor is provided for use in a fuel line. The adaptor has an attachment means for securing a flexible hose or tubing with a standard fuel pressure gauge to the fuel line for measuring the pressure in the fuel line. The adaptor allows the fuel pressur... | 10/25/1994 |
| 5316480 | Portable multiple module simulator apparatus A method and apparatus are disclosed for multi-media simulation of the sounds, sights, and motions associated with various real life experiences. Roadable trailers having modules are combined to form a platform or support for an exoskeleton in the shape o... | 05/31/1994 |
| 5314220 | Lifting tool for dutch oven covers A tool for lifting hot or unaccessible lids or covers with handles is described. The apparatus consists of a handle with a hook that pivots and a stabilizing member. The hook attached to the pivot also can have a stabilizing member attached thereto. The h... | 05/24/1994 |
| 5134238 | Chiral copper amine complexes Disclosed herein is a class of chiral copper-amine complexes of the formula R(L*) CuLi in which L* is selected from: ##STR1## In this formula, R is a transferable ligand, which can be alkyl, aryl or aralkyl. M is a metal ion such as Li, Na, K, Cs, Rb... | 07/28/1992 |
