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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7690414 | Motorized window shade A window assembly that includes a motorized window shade mechanism. The window assembly includes two reversible motors that are disposed in, and at the top of, the window assembly. The window assembly further includes an opaque shade and a translucent shade. Each sh... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7350555 | Storm door with a lift-up lock case mortise and method of use A storm door with a turn-away handle that does not obstruct normal manipulation of the storm door. The storm door permits seasonal changing between a screen or window and routine window cleaning without obstruction by an elongated handle. The storm door incorporates... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7347246 | Side window shade with contour part A side window shade for triangular windows contains a strip-shaped shade that is provided with a contour part on its pointed end. The contour part is arranged on a slide in a pivoted fashion and is able to align itself in accordance with the winding shaft when the s... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7328022 | Method and apparatus to initiate point-to-point call during shared-channel delivery of broadcast content in a wireless telephone network A method for managing a point-to-point call initiated (702) between a wireless mobile station (114, 400) and a remote party while the mobile is receiving broadcast content via one or more multi-user forward-link broadcast channels (508). The mob... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7320637 | Filter window adapter unit A filter window adapter unit adapted for use with a main split-sash window of school buses is provided. The adapter unit includes a mounting frame adapted to be installed over the main split-sash window of the school buses. An inner sash is disposed fixedly in a low... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7234501 | External blind actuator for sealed double glazed window An actuating mechanism (10) is taught that is used for externally operating a mini-blind (20) or a shade (20′) in a sealed double glazed window (22) which includes a window frame (24) with a side opening (26) and a roll bo... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7213368 | Apparatus for vertical sliding pet door The vertical sliding pet door can be used to let pets in and out easily by themselves. The pet needs to be trained in the usage of the pet door, and it also protects the house from unwanted bugs and other creatures such as rodents, as it closes as soon as the pet ge... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7210655 | Reconfigurable interior sidewall A reconfigurable interior sidewall system includes one or more simply curved sidewall panels, each curved around the fuselage but longitudinally linear and providing a consistent mating surface for monuments. Panel openings are provided in each panel so that inner w... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7185458 | Protective flange for a window opening The present invention is directed to a flange attached to a window panel with an opening. The flange prevents an object from contacting the bottom edge of the opening as the object is passed through the opening. Moreover, the cargo rests on the flange rather than th... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7174939 | Window A window design is provided with a pair of vertical jambs, a head jamb, a meeting rail and a sill. In one embodiment, an upper sash is secured in a fixed position between the vertical jambs, head jamb and meeting rail. Interior jambs are provided to extend outwardly... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7152385 | In situ molded thermal barriers Methods, systems, and devices for installing barriers in openings of gaps in or between structures such as walls, ceilings, and floors are described herein. At least one barrier molding bag is positioned in the hole or gap, and a flowable firestop material that is p... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7150126 | Sliding window track system Upper and lower window track strips each define an elongate panel receptacle of generally rectangular configuration for receiving an edge portion of a structural panel in tight fitting serration retained relation therein. The upper and lower window track strips defi... | 12/19/2006 |
| 7137428 | Car screen and window A ventilation device for automobiles having a screen which fits into the grooved portion of an automobile window opening so it can be moved adjustably up and down within the door. The screen is made from two layers, one of which has circular apertures and the other ... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7134471 | Pinch resistant sectional door with decorative components and method of attachment A sectional door (20) having a plurality of panels (21)joined for moving between open and closed positions of the door and having pinch resistant panel-to-panel interfaces (41), said panels having a body portion (21′) spacing said inter... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7134472 | Pinch resistant sectional door with decorative components and method of attachment A sectional door (20) having a plurality of panels (21) joined for moving between open and closed positions of the door and having pinch resistant panel-to-panel interfaces (41), said panels having a body portion (21′) spacing said inte... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7131244 | Door system A door system for providing a door that is easily constructed and has interchangeable panel members. The door system includes a frame assembly comprising a pair of frame portions. Each of the frame portions defines a window aperture of the frame assembly. The frame ... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7117636 | Simultaneously operating self balanced hung window A hung window includes upper and lower sashes that may operate simultaneously. Two or more pulleys or rollers are mounted at each lateral side of the window frame. A cable interconnects each lateral side of the upper and lower sashes. The cables are routed over the ... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7109959 | Multi-task window A window unit that includes a window frame defining a frame perimeter and a window located within the frame perimeter. The window includes a display module adapted to receive a display signal from a display signal source. ... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7100329 | Universal attachment assembly for clamping and bracing covers over openings A universal attachment assembly for installing, and bracing covers over openings. More particularly securing shutter panels over doors and windows in masonry construction without defacing the walls. Novelty, simplicity, economy, vibration resistance and speed of ins... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7082982 | Retrofit doorlight blind assembly A retrofit blind assembly for a doorlight. The assembly includes a frame, a transparent panel, and a blind snap-fitted to the frame. The blind actuator includes gears and a toothed belt for positive, non-slip actuation. A pair of blind guides are mounted on the oppo... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7069700 | System for covering hurricane panel studs A system for covering fasteners that are provided at an exterior building wall for mounting storm panels. The system includes cover plates that are located adjacent to the fasteners. The cover plates are mounted so as to be pivotable about one side of a mounting tra... | 07/04/2006 |
| 7066233 | Sliding operator for between the glass window coverings A screen assembly for installation in a fenestration product of the type having a window covering with a sliding operator. The screen assembly includes a screen frame having a screen material and is adapted to releasably attach to an interior side of the fenestratio... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7059380 | Sectional door panel having decorative components A sectional door (20,120) for articulated movement between an open position and a closed position having a plurality of interconnected panels (21, 22, 23; 121, 122, 123, 124), a body portion of the panels spacing a first decorative rail (30A, | 06/13/2006 |
| 7059651 | Sunshade system for a motor vehicle A sunshade system for a motor vehicle has two guide rails, a front crossbar and a rear crossbar that extend between the two guide rails and are guided therein, and a flexible sunshade that is fastened to the front and rear crossbars and is guided between the two gui... | 06/13/2006 |
| 7028629 | Self-sealing port light assembly A port light assembly for watercraft having an exterior frame comprising a finish ring and a spigot defining a port light opening. The spigot is inserted in a hole in a vessel hull from the exterior of the vessel. The spigot is configured to provide drains to keep w... | 04/18/2006 |
| 7029055 | Slidable window assembly with vent screen A window assembly for a motor vehicle includes an opening defined by a pair of spaced apart stationary windows. Above and below the opening are a pair of opposing horizontal guide rails within which a moveable window slides allowing the opening to be selectively cov... | 04/18/2006 |
| 7025106 | Automatically-closing screen door and closing speed adjuster for the same An automatically-closing screen door is provided that is typically for enclosure with a conventional sliding glass door used for patio entry in residential and/or commercial dwellings. The automatically-closing screen door preferably has a counterweight that is empl... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7010830 | Repair using plastic as the sliding mechanism for laterally sliding doors/windows The invention pertains to the repair of the sliding mechanism of horizontally or laterally sliding glass doors/windows, including shower doors, that are permanently built into a residential or commercial building. Instead of the door/window riding on a metal track u... | 03/14/2006 |
| 7003916 | Horizontal slider window assembly A vehicular rear window assembly for a vehicle comprises a first fixed pane, a second fixed pane, and a sliding pane, which is supported for horizontal movement between open and closed positions. The window assembly includes a support system with an upper horizontal... | 02/28/2006 |
| 7000670 | Blind and methods for operating thereof A blind which includes: a rectangular frame; windows fit on the front and rear surfaces of the frame; a slat part embedded in between the windows mounted on the front and rear surfaces of the frame; an upper movable part and drum parts mounted on a back headrail hal... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6968657 | Patio door assembly with extruded plastics components Sections of extruded rigid plastics material form a rectangular main frame including a pair of vertical jamb members, a top head member and a bottom sill member connected by welded mitered corners. An extruded plastic astragal member is spaced between the jamb membe... | 11/29/2005 |
| 6964290 | Wood interior screen for out-swinging wood window A window system includes an out-swinging window having an exterior surface, and an interior surface. The viewable portions of the interior surface are made of a first material. The window system also includes a jamb. The out-swinging window is pivotally attached to ... | 11/15/2005 |
| 6952897 | Window covering A window covering includes a frame including an upper wall and a lower wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. A window is mounted in the frame and has a length less than a length of the upper and lower walls. A guide assembly extends along a length of the f... | 10/11/2005 |
| 6938375 | Pocket door assembly The specification discloses a pocket door assembly having a notch or recess in a pocket portion of the frame that allows for use of a protruding handle, such as a doorknob, to be used on a door portion of the assembly. In a second aspect, the specification discloses... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6932694 | Vent A ventilation apparatus or vent includes a handle, that is balanced for receiving forces, such that when force is applied anywhere on the handle, it is distributed such that a locking engagement will be broken. The handle can be moved easily, so as to open or close ... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6869127 | Temporary replacement window A temporary replacement allows a sheet of material to be affixed in place of the glass portion of a vehicle door window. The sheet of material may also be held in place using magnetic strips, that effectively fasten the material to the metal portion of the vehicle d... | 03/22/2005 |
| 6832641 | Electric dual shade aircraft window An aircraft window having a generally rectangular frame with an inner lens. A first shade is movable with respect to the frame and capable of covering a portion of the inner lens. A second shade is also movable with respect to the frame and also capable of covering ... | 12/21/2004 |
| 6782603 | Manufacture of a folding top for a convertible A device (6) for producing a folding top (2) of a convertible, which comprises a frame region (4) for gripping a windowpane (3), especially a rear window, at least partially, a part (5) of the folding top (2), including the ... | 08/31/2004 |
| 6779580 | Wood interior screen for out-swinging wood window A window system includes an out-swinging window having an exterior surface, and an interior surface. The viewable portions of the interior surface are made of a first material. The window system also includes a jamb. The out-swinging window is pivotally attached to ... | 08/24/2004 |
| 6745810 | Handle operated modular window shade system for moving a shade vertically a distance less than the distance of handle travel Applicant discloses a modular window shade system for an aircraft or other vehicle. The window shade of the window is enclosed with an outer and inner lens and mounted to a frame. A handle is provided and a mechanism is provided where in moving a handle horizontally... | 06/08/2004 |
