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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| D649653 | Neck massage tool | 11/29/2011 |
| 8025907 | Cosmetic composition to accelerate repair of functional wrinkles A cosmetic composition consists of a combination of peptides that regenerate the dermal matrix and a rapid acting muscle relaxant derived from the extract of the plant, Acmella oleracea. By limiting cutaneous deformation caused by the contraction of facial mu... | 09/27/2011 |
| 8002552 | Method and apparatus for toilet training A method and apparatus for toilet training for children or as an aid to urinary function for adults which presents two cues to the person. The first cue is an audible sound of water flowing. The second cue is visual observation of water flowing. The cues are present... | 08/23/2011 |
| D609460 | Attachment for cell phones | 02/09/2010 |
| 7566464 | Cosmetic composition to accelerate repair of functional wrinkles A composition consisting of a combination of peptides that regenerate the dermal matrix and a rapid acting muscle relaxant derived from the extract of the plant, Acmella oleracea. By limiting cutaneous deformation caused by the contraction of facial muscles t... | 07/28/2009 |
| 7040503 | Dispenser A manually operated dispenser for medicated or non-medicated orally dissolving strips provided in roll form cuts portions of the roll to a predetermined size in the manner of the strips currently available in single sheets and housed in the vial shown in patent Des.... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7527168 | Cassette film roll dispenser A manually operated dispenser for medicated or non-medicated orally dissolving strips provided in roll form cuts portions of the roll to a predetermined size in the manner of the strips currently available in single sheets and housed in the vial shown in patent Des.... | 05/05/2009 |
| 7494239 | Attachment for cell phones An attachment for cell phones contains a light and bottle opener. The attachment may be affixed to or be removably attached to the back of a cell phone and/or to a cell phone case. If removable, the structure attaches to the back of a cell phone or case via VELCRO®... | 02/24/2009 |
| 7458957 | Universal valve for Foley type urinary catheter A universal valve for the Foley type urinary catheter has structure which permits its use as a patient controlled drainage valve, as an interface from which to take sterile samples, and as a connection to a day or night collection bag all without removal of the univ... | 12/02/2008 |
| 7338227 | Roller applicator for touch-up system A touch up system for applying small quantities of single or multi-component liquids to small surface areas. Each material or component is packaged, in the correct proportion, in a fluorinated plastic bottle. A dense foam roller is attached to the base component bot... | 03/04/2008 |
| D546946 | Universal valve for foley type urinary catheter | 07/17/2007 |
| D522246 | Barbecue grill oiler | 06/06/2006 |
| 6893428 | Over-wrap bag enclosure for sterile connectors A hose barb connector or sanitary adapter connector can be attached to various types of containers intended for use in sterile operations, such as in a biotechnology and pharmaceutical fluid processing container system. An over-wrap bag such as a poly-bag (ZIP-LOC®... | 05/17/2005 |
| 6880209 | Walk around grass cutter parts A self propelled lawnmower protective component used to support the grass catcher door is formed of a plastic material that is more flexible than the polyethylene material used in the prior art. By using co-extrusion, two different plastics are extruded into one sha... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6745925 | Enclosed case for toll transponder An automatic toll detector case, formed of flexible material, has sidewalls, front and rear walls, a bottom wall, and a folding cover. The cover folds so that an extended portion of the rear wall folds over the open top of the case to enclose the toll detector. The ... | 06/08/2004 |
| 6719486 | Apparatus for screeding A screed where the installation is laid out with hollow ended pointed rods. The rods have markings on them to indicate the proper excavation depth for application s such as patio/walkway or d driveway. A grade pin or a jackhammer pin is inserted into the hollow ends... | 04/13/2004 |
| 6637081 | Walk around grass cutter parts A self propelled lawnmower protective component used to support the grass catcher door is formed of a plastic material that is more flexible than the polyethylene material used in the prior art. By using co-extrusion, two different plastics are extruded i... | 10/28/2003 |
| 6615774 | Adjustable pressure actuated fuel/air diaphragm valve assembly A diaphragm valve assembly includes a diffusing screen, and a generally spherical lightweight membrane that provides a 360° circular seal. Spring loading enables variable resistance to be placed on the seal to allow the operator to adjust the internal pr... | 09/09/2003 |
| 6523389 | Segmented pipe-bending die A segmented pipe-bending die produces curvature across the pipe contacting surface of the die by varying the radii of the semi-circular pipe bending segments, or by offsetting the position of adjacent segments having equal or varying radii semi-circular a... | 02/25/2003 |
| 6493985 | Collapsible bait trap A collapsible bait trap has a support assembly for netting support arms. The support has a plurality of notches in which the arms are connected. A rotatable gear is attached to the notched support and rotatable from a first position where gear teeth cover... | 12/17/2002 |
| 6387061 | Posture and weight distribution analyzer A diagnostic apparatus employs a spaced grid and a centerline on a vertically mounted mirror to reflect the skeletal position of a patient. The patient stands on two scales which measure the weight borne by each of the patient's legs. The output of each s... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6214216 | Drain filter support A catch basin insert or filter is supported in an open type curb inlet storm drain found on streets and in parking lots. Catch basin filters and inserts are designed to collect coarse sediments, oil, grease and debris from storm water runoff. Such filters... | 04/10/2001 |
| 6102342 | Hose nozzle support A unitary structure for supporting a hose nozzle has an angled support surface formed between two generally vertical walls. The walls are attached to the ends of two legs at an angle of approximately 30° so that the legs intersect the ground at an angle ... | 08/15/2000 |
| 6098473 | Precision temperature test chamber Milli-Kelvin temperature control in an air chamber by use of coarse and fine temperature control systems, and through the use of structure for handling air flow within the chamber. The coarse control system provides enough heating or cooling power to hold... | 08/08/2000 |
| 6092523 | Anti-snoring device An anti-snoring device has a dental overlay portion and a guide ramp portion slidably mounted in the dental portion. The dental overlay is professionally fitted on a user's upper teeth. The guide ramp portion comfortably fits on the user's lower jaw to ca... | 07/25/2000 |
| 6058630 | Fluid seal for maintaining vacuum A suction, or vacuum, is created by the coupling of two sections of tubing of dissimilar size. The larger section of tubing has an open ended reservoir attached to one end thereof. The smaller section of tubing has an end plate attached at a point approxi... | 05/09/2000 |
| 6042416 | Protective weatherproof bag for portable stereo A protective enclosure for a portable electronic radio or "boom box" includes a heavy base having legs extendible from the base so that the electronic device can be supported above the ground surface. An external battery compartment is provided in the enc... | 03/28/2000 |
| 6024046 | Doggie sleeping hole This invention relates to a bed for dogs, more particularly to a single-unit, liquid impermeable foam bed containing a hollowed portion or "hole" in which the dog will lie down; a head/elbow rest or "shelf" for the dog's comfort and security; and a remova... | 02/15/2000 |
| 5909969 | Full body shower system A full body shower system having three generally horizontal water dispensing portions or portions and two generally vertical closed portions or portions connecting the horizontal portions or portions. The maximum number of water spray apertures in the sys... | 06/08/1999 |
| 5883694 | Method for the improvement of reading skills A quantitative visual test measures the rate at which an individual is able to complete a defined visual task, either on paper or on a self illuminated screen. The task involves comparing a plurality of similar appearing numbers to determine if they are a... | 03/16/1999 |
| 5862591 | Method for manufacturing paint rollers Paint rollers are formed in a continuous process. A plastic material is delivered from pellets or powder to an extruder and then, directly from the extruder to an internally cooled mandrel. The heat of the extrusion process provides the sealing temperatur... | 01/26/1999 |
| 5791056 | Emergency glass breaking tool A glass breaking tool includes an elongate plunger which has a pointed head (i.e. ram member) at one end. The plunger, including the pointed head, is normally arranged within a housing. A contact block may be secured to the plunger at the second end there... | 08/11/1998 |
| 5720522 | Portable seat A portable seat and includes a seat and a single adjustable length leg which can be folded against the seat. The leg, when unfolded, lies at an angle of about 135° with respect to the bottom of the seat. The angle between the leg and the bottom of the se... | 02/24/1998 |
| 5718086 | Method and apparatus for continuous soffit venting A continuous vent in the form of a resilient apertured trough which fits into a bevel in the center of the soffit or at the fascia or the wall. The advantages of the vent is that its hold is based on its shape, its resilience and the angle of the bevel in... | 02/17/1998 |
| 5692944 | Hand held exercise and amusement device A hand held device for exercise and amusement has a clear plastic circular tube with a central handle. One or more balls are inserted into the circular tube. One holds the central handle and causes the ball(s) to move around the tube. Balls of different w... | 12/02/1997 |
| 5692556 | Precision temperature test chamber Milli-Kelvin temperature control in an air chamber by use of coarse and fine temperature control systems, and through the use of structure for handling air flow within the chamber. The coarse control system provides enough heating or cooling power to hold... | 12/02/1997 |
| 5686982 | Method for the amelioration of visual distress A quantitative visual test measures the rate at which an individual is able to complete a defined visual task, either on paper or on a self illuminated screen. The task involves comparing a plurality of similar appearing numbers to determine if they are a... | 11/11/1997 |
| 5641575 | Thermally broken insulating glass spacer with desiccant In thermally insulating glass, an improved spacer is made with material and designed to be less thermally conductive then conventional metal spacers by providing a complete thermal brake between metallic side support members so that no metallic path is pr... | 06/24/1997 |
| 5560906 | Non-alcoholic antimicrobial mouthwash for removal of dental plaque A pleasant tasting antimicrobial mouthwash formulation which maintains clarity for removal of dental plaque where no alcohol, sugar, artificial sweeteners are used making it suitable for safe use by alcoholics, diabetics, persons under medical treatment o... | 10/01/1996 |
