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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7920980 | System and method for dynamically providing feedback A method for dynamically providing feedback is presented. The method includes monitoring one or more steps performed by one or more components in a machine, where the one or more steps are associated with a workflow. Further, the method includes analyzing the one or... | 04/05/2011 |
| 6520730 | Landscaping tool attachment for a front deck mower A motorized vehicle portion of a front deck mower and a tool attachment comprising a motorized vehicle portion of a front deck mower; a frame having a pair of spaced apart side frame portions; cooperating attachment for attaching the frame to existing str... | 02/18/2003 |
| 6443882 | Apparatus and method for creating a biologically useful magnetic field A method and apparatus for relieving pain associated with degenerative diseases and disorders in biological subjects such as mammals. The method employs the use of an apparatus which is capable of producing a magnetic field of a particular nature which ha... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6434914 | Tag placement apparatus A tag placement apparatus useful for placing a tag or label into communication with a container. The tag placement apparatus includes at least one tagging head having a linear slot in which a cam portion of a tag placement arm assembly reciprocally travel... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6363887 | Wildlife feeder A wildlife feeder having a cap removably attached to a preferably cylindrical body having an exterior surface and an interior feed reservoir. A reflective decal and eye bolts may be secured to the wall of the cylindrical body. The cylindrical body is secu... | 04/02/2002 |
| 6149577 | Apparatus and method for creating a substantially contained, finite magnetic field useful for relieving the symptoms pain and discomfort associated with degenerative diseases and disorders in mammals A method and apparatus for relieving pain associated with degenerative diseases and disorders in biological subjects such as mammals. The method employs the use of an apparatus which is capable of producing a magnetic field of a particular nature which ha... | 11/21/2000 |
| 6083149 | Magnetic field device and method for inhibiting angiogenesis and retarding growth rates of tumors in mammals A magnetic field device and method for inhibiting angiogenesis and retarding growth rates of cancerous tumors present in mammals. The apparatus includes a frame, and a wire consisting of electrically conducting material. The wire is wrapped around the fra... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6050252 | Camoflauge fletching cover and protector for a bow A fletching cover for arrows having a flexible body having an exterior surface, a rim forming a main opening which is sized to receive the fletching of an arrow, and a pocket which is in communication with the main opening formed by the rim enabling the f... | 04/18/2000 |
| 6017475 | Process of transforming household garbage into useful material An apparatus, system, and batch or continuous flow method of thermodynamically reducing and converting household garbage into useful by-products capable of being recycled and reused or otherwise transformed into useful articles. The method of transforming... | 01/25/2000 |
| 6012663 | Modular cutting system and tooth assembly A direct drive material volume reduction apparatus having a frame, a motor supported by the frame, a drum supported by the frame and having an interior and an exterior, a drive shaft operably connected to the motor, a comminuting wheel assembly including ... | 01/11/2000 |
| 6007476 | Non-particle, non-photonic device and method for affecting angiogenesis A method and apparatus for affecting angiogenesis in biological subjects such as mammals. The method employs the use of an apparatus which is capable of producing a magnetic field of a particular nature which has been proven in animal studies to affect an... | 12/28/1999 |
| 5967719 | Sidewall rail for a truck bed A tie-down rail for a truck bed including spaced apart sidewalls each having a top ledge. The rail comprises a tubular body having a linear portion, an intermediate portion extending from the linear portion, and an angular portion extending from the inter... | 10/19/1999 |
| 5953887 | Tagging apparatus An apparatus for placing tags into communication with a container. The apparatus includes a frame having a ground engaging end and an upright free end extending from the ground engaging end and at least one tagging head attached to the upright free end. T... | 09/21/1999 |
| 5926111 | Pulsed width modulated remote signalling and location identification system for summoning a service industry worker A system for summoning a service industry worker using pulsed width modulation for remote signalling having a number of signalling switches, each connected to a transmitter. When a switch is activated, the corresponding transmitter transmits an RF carrier... | 07/20/1999 |
| 5918824 | Direct drive material volume reduction apparatus A material volume reduction apparatus having a frame, a motor supported by the frame, a drum supported by the frame and having an interior and an exterior, a drive shaft operably connected to the motor, a comminuting wheel assembly including a disk like b... | 07/06/1999 |
| 5911631 | Seedling transplanter with easily detachable gripper An apparatus and method for transplanting seedling from a first tray to a second tray. The apparatus includes a frame, a moveable carriage connected to the frame, and a conveyor system. In the preferred embodiment, a first conveyor is used to shuttle seed... | 06/15/1999 |
| 5880661 | Complex magnetic field generating device A complex magnetic field generating device, comprising a frame, a plurality of magnets capable of producing a magnetic field, wherein each of the plurality of magnets has a north pole and a south pole and a longitudinal axis passing therethrough, the plur... | 03/09/1999 |
| 5810202 | Disposable self-dispensing pressurized package for delivery of sterile fluids and solutions The present invention is directed to a pressurized, disposable packaging system to dispense sterile fluids used in surgical procedures. The system consists of an inside, sealed bladder bag which contains the sterile fluid, and an outer bag which encloses,... | 09/22/1998 |
| 5772134 | Recycling and solid material conversion apparatus and system A motor driven grinding apparatus, and a system incorporating the inventive grinder, for reducing the size of waste material. The apparatus includes a housing having an interior, an exterior, an inlet for introducing material into the interior, and an exi... | 06/30/1998 |
| 5634289 | Recoil pad with sling attachment A slip on recoil pad having a sleeve portion and a cushion portion. The sleeve and cushion portions can be formed integral with one another or be separate components attached together. The sleeve component may be comprised of a neoprene or polypropylene r... | 06/03/1997 |
| 5588889 | Timing buoy with remote timing capability A timing buoy comprising a flotation buoy having an outer shell. A switch in communication with the outer shell and activatable in response to forcible contacts to the shell. A timing device responsive to the switch to start and stop a timing sequence in ... | 12/31/1996 |
| 5558281 | Recycling and solid material conversion apparatus A motor driven grinding apparatus, and a system incorporating the inventive grinder, for reducing the size of waste material. The apparatus includes a housing having an interior, an exterior, an inlet for introducing material into the interior, and an exi... | 09/24/1996 |
| 5557881 | Seedling transplanter An apparatus and method for transplanting seedling from a first ray to a second tray. The apparatus includes a frame, a moveable gantry connected to the frame, and a conveyor system. In the preferred embodiment, a first conveyor is used to shuttle seedlin... | 09/24/1996 |
| 5553836 | Adjustable suspension system An adjustable suspension system including a substantially cylindrical post having an externally threaded surface. The threads cooperate with a thread pattern associated with an adjustment collar. A spring is interpositioned between the adjustment collar a... | 09/10/1996 |
| 5514035 | Desiccant based cabin windshield defog/defrost system The present invention describes a method and apparatus for preventing and/or removing the condensation from the inside of the windshield, side windows, and rear windows of an automobile, truck, boat, aircraft, tractor, train, military vehicle, or similar ... | 05/07/1996 |
| 5497912 | Disposable self-dispensing pressurized package for delivery of sterile fluids The present invention is directed to a pressurized, disposable packaging system to dispense sterile fluids used in surgical procedures. The system consists of an inside, sealed bladder bag which contains the sterile fluid, and an outer bag which encloses,... | 03/12/1996 |
| 5491546 | Laser assisted telescopic target sighting system and method The present invention is directed to a laser assisted telescopic targeting system, apparatus and method of range finding and aiming a projectile firing weapon. The invention includes a laser light generating source capable of producing a spot of laser lig... | 02/13/1996 |
| 5471824 | Motorized vegetation trimmer with movable platform A trimming apparatus comprising a platform, a plurality of wheels and a plurality of cutters. The platform has a kickback capability and is biased into an operable position, but capable of kicking back when the apparatus contacts rigid obstacles during th... | 12/05/1995 |
| 5441647 | Magnetic device for removing metallic matter from lubricating fluids The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for magnetically filtering metallic particulates from lubricating fluids or oils used in motorized vehicles. The invention includes a magnet and an optional sleeve. The sleeve holds the magnet a... | 08/15/1995 |
| 5431240 | Tracked vehicle The invention is a small, maneuverable, self-propelled tracked vehicle equipped with a boom having a tool attached to an extendable section of the boom. The vehicle is small and light enough to enter and be used in places, such as residential yards, in wh... | 07/11/1995 |
| 5421732 | Apparatus and method for teaching addition and subtraction The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for teaching addition and subtraction. The apparatus includes a game board, a plurality of movable dowels having predetermined lengths with spaced apart indicia marked thereon, and a number gene... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5421286 | Disposable shaver with counter and method of counting and quantitatively comparing the useful life of disposable shavers A disposable shaver having a shaving head and handle equipped with blister bubbles positioned along the handle of the shaver. The blister bubbles are depressible from convex to concave and are provided to count the number of times the shaver is used. The ... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5413312 | Jack device for positioning planks or other articles on framework The present invention is directed to a device for positioning planks or other articles which are to be set on a framework. The invention includes a platform having feet to stabilize the platform with respect to the framework. A connecting rod, a guide bra... | 05/09/1995 |
| 5410756 | Body armor with thermoformable shock dispersing means A protective body pad comprising a thermoformable base component and a shock dispersing prominence component. In the preferred embodiment thereof, the prominence is integral with said base component. A plurality of swivel components having flexible strapp... | 05/02/1995 |
| 5367819 | Line releasing fishing float The invention is a line releasing fishing float and kit. The invention includes a line ring, attached to or for attachment to the body of an at least hemispherical fishing float, and a line catch disk. The line ring and line catch disk, and optionally, a ... | 11/29/1994 |
| 5299591 | Device for containing leaks above suspended ceilings A device for collecting fluid accumulating above a suspended ceiling. The invention comprising a receptacle for collecting the fluid, a hose for redirecting the fluid and a connection means to couple the receptacle and hose and to operative engagement wit... | 04/05/1994 |
