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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7478790 | Apparatus for supporting compressor A support apparatus comprises: a first support member connected to the compressor; a second support member disposed at a predetermined interval from the first support member and fixed to a base; a spring disposed between the first support member and the second suppo... | 01/20/2009 |
| 7357380 | Anti-vibration element In order to reduce the formation of inherent vibrations in the coil spring in an anti-vibration element, in particular for a manually operated tool such as a chainsaw, a parting-off grinder or similar device and having a coil spring, an additional mass is positioned... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7258358 | Bicycle seat post fixing structure A bicycle seat post fixing structure includes a tubular attachment member and a tightening member. The tubular attachment member is configured to be fixed to the frame. The tubular attachment member includes a first threaded component and a first inner peripheral su... | 08/21/2007 |
| 7231702 | Connector and method of use thereof A connecting structure is provided. The structure includes a post with a first end, middle portion, and a second end, a plurality of prongs flexibly connected to the first end, extending toward the second end in a V-shape. ... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7231954 | Barrier A portable barrier panel for providing privacy to a screened area comprises a plurality of vertical support tubes. The portable barrier panel further comprises a plurality of elongate legs having an adjustable length. The elongate legs attached to a lower portion of... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7165870 | Vibration dampening device for light fixtures A device for the dampening of the transfer of vibrations to a light fixture from a structure. The device which connects to a light fixture can connect to a structure at a place where a light fixture would otherwise connect. The dampening component of the device can ... | 01/23/2007 |
| 7147579 | Pass rush trainer A pass rush trainer has a rigid base that is height adjustable. Two coil torsion springs are mounted on the base and extend upwardly therefrom. At their upper extents, the springs are coupled to a frame including two outwardly extending arms which support the arms o... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7107714 | Portable snap-fit sign stand A display device having a support structure and display panel is provided. The support structure generally includes a cross bar horizontally supported by first and second leg assemblies. A coupling is provided at each end of the cross bar to receive the correspondin... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7093809 | Tool used for removing and fitting a transmission gear box A tool includes a holding device for holding a transmission gear box in position with, and a support member supporting the holding device thereon; the holding device has a fitting shank projecting out from a first end portion thereof; the support member includes an ... | 08/22/2006 |
| 7070153 | Shock-limiting interface, compact (SLIC) A passive/reactive device protects a Payload from injury or damage due to the shock caused by impact or explosion. When the vehicle or structure mounting the Payload receives a shock pulse, the invention limits the acceleration transmitted from the vehicle or struct... | 07/04/2006 |
| 6945731 | Subterranean utility marker A flag assembly includes an elongated and rectilinear shaft having opposed end portions situated adjacent a ground surface. The shaft includes a banner attached to one of the end portions having surface indicia imprinted thereon. A protective cover member is provide... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6793191 | Quick release mechanism for use with a supporting device A sign stand assembly includes a sign panel, support base and an upright mast between the two. The support base defines a locking recess and a hollow leg is pivotally connected to a plate portion and extending from the support base. A locking pin and actuator are ca... | 09/21/2004 |
| 6726158 | Rest device for the hand and a support device for the forearm The rest device is for the hand and support device for the forearm of a person, who performs repeated rotational, lifting and pressure moments with his/her hand. The device has a resilient moveable rest and support part (1), which receives the forearm and has... | 04/27/2004 |
| 6685156 | Quick release mechanism for use with a supporting device The sign stand assembly includes a sign panel, support base and an upright mast between the two. The support base defines a locking recess and a hollow leg is pivotally connected to a plate portion and extending from the support base. The locking pin and ... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6663076 | Seat post cushioning mechanism A seat post includes a tube having a stop secured in the middle portion. A pipe is slidably extended through the stop. A rod is secured to the pipe and has a seat cushion secured on top. A spring may bias the pad to engage with a stop of the tube and to c... | 12/16/2003 |
| 6547191 | Dockside line and cable holder An apparatus for the temporary stowage of cables and lines which emanate from a docked vessel for obtaining power, cable TV and telephone reception, which apparatus may be permanently or temporarily mounted to a substrate such as a marina's decking. The a... | 04/15/2003 |
| 6540198 | Mast payload docking station A docking station (10) comprises a mast latch assembly (12) which attaches to the outer end of a mast (M). An adapter (14) which connects to a sensor platform (G) disengagingly attaches to the mast latch assembly. An isolation assembly (16) mounts on a su... | 04/01/2003 |
| 6386487 | Stretching device for electric cables A stretching and connection device for electric cables leading to a submersible electric machine such as a pump or a turbine operating in a tank or shaft (1) and which is surrounded by flowing water during operation, the device including a metal wire (8) ... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6252768 | Shock-absorbing device for notebook computer module A shock absorbing device for a notebook computer module. The device comprises of a notebook computer module, a cooling/protective plate, and two springs. A first spring is installed between the notebook computer module and the cooling/protective plate tha... | 06/26/2001 |
| 6026755 | Counterbalance apparatus A counterbalance apparatus (10) for use in moving a work surface (102) is described. The apparatus includes an upper, lower and center member (12, 14 and 24), a pair of inner and outer cam surfaces (20, 22 and 26) and a pair of inner and outer cam followe... | 02/22/2000 |
| 6004113 | Suspension for hermetic compressors for refrigeration Improvement of the suspension of hermetic compressors for refrigeration in the interior of a hermetically closed shell (A) through a suspension (S) formed by a set of helicoidal springs (1), which extremities have upper (2) and lower (3) means of support ... | 12/21/1999 |
| 5913892 | Compressor fixture structure for a refrigerator A compressor fixture structure for a refrigerator comprises a plurality of compressor fixture structure units. Each of the compressor fixture structure units includes a support, a moving member, a spring, a compressor support, a fixing shaft, and hollow c... | 06/22/1999 |
| 5765803 | Vehicle seat suspension system A suspension system for a seat for a vehicle having a base frame rigidly attached to the vehicle. The front of a seat support frame is pivotally moveable with respect to the base frame. Springs mounted between the seat support frame and the base frame cus... | 06/16/1998 |
| 5765802 | Low profile seat suspension A vehicle seat suspension includes a bottom frame adapted to be mounted on the vehicle and a top frame located above the bottom frame and adapted to support a seat thereon. A substantially fully collapsible scissors linkage is interconnected between the b... | 06/16/1998 |
| 5758859 | Shock absorbing vehicle seat assembly A land vehicle seat assembly for absorbing explosive shocks is mounted on e vehicle's floor. The assembly has an anti-friction pad on the floor. A base plate on the pad swings around a pin fixed to the floor at the front of the plate. Horizontal shock abs... | 06/02/1998 |
| 5725186 | Universal flexible sign mounting device Adapter bracket mechanisms for securing various roll-up signs to a sign stand. The bracket mechanisms are positioned vertically upright from the base of a sign stand. The adapter bracket mechanisms hold the lower end of the vertical cross brace of the rol... | 03/10/1998 |
| 5718406 | Counterbalance apparatus A counterbalance apparatus (10) for moving the work surface (100B) of a work station (100) is described. Preferably, the apparatus includes first and inner tubular members (12 and 20), a spring (70) and a cam follower (50). The first member is mounted to ... | 02/17/1998 |
| 5672851 | Gauge having vertically suspended mainspring An improved gauge, such as a floor scale. The gauge includes a vertically suspended mainspring having a bracket for hanging and providing support to the mainspring.... | 09/30/1997 |
| 5579859 | Isolated floor for material handling vehicle A materials handling vehicle including a frame supporting a set of wheels and a rider compartment having a platform on which an operator may stand. Shock dampeners are provided positioned between the platform and the frame to isolate an operator standing ... | 12/03/1996 |
| 5386962 | Shock and vibration absorbing mounts A mount for a compressor or the like which sits on a base includes a top surface which is securable to the base. The top surface defines a well having a floor. An opening is formed in the bottom of the floor and a shaft extends from beneath the well floor... | 02/07/1995 |
| 5267720 | Structureborne noise isolator A structureborne noise isolator employs a two axis system whereby a noise generating platform is coupled to an inner frame by a first pair of diametrically positioned noise isolators, the inner frame being coupled to an outer frame by a second pair of dia... | 12/07/1993 |
| 5227956 | Spring mounting of multi-layered electronic assemblies A method and apparatus for spring mounting of multi-layered electronic assemblies including a top cover; a bottom cover; first, second, and third mounting supports; a printed wiring board in contact with and supported by the first, second and third mounti... | 07/13/1993 |
| 5163445 | Apparatus, system and method for measuring spatial average velocity and/or volumetric flow of blood in a vessel and screw joint for use therewith System for measuring a characteristic of flow of liquid in a vessel of a patient comprising a transducer positioned in a vessel in a patient for supplying ultrasonic energy. The transducer produces a substantially uniform beam which encompasses the vessel... | 11/17/1992 |
| 5090657 | Cable reinforced mounting system The present invention is a cable reinforced mounting system. Springs suspend a motor-compressor within a housing, and coaxial cables extend between the housing and the motor-compressor to dampen vibration and stabilize its position both vertically and hor... | 02/25/1992 |
| 5067065 | Shock absorbent bulbholder mounting A shock absorbent bulbholder mounting assembly including a yoke support and a bulbholder interconnected by a pair of spring mounted subassemblies. Each of the subassemblies includes an elongated arm strap adjustably attached to rotate with respect to a re... | 11/19/1991 |
| 5044587 | Ergonomic seat The foot bearing the seat surface of a seat is divided at a distance of 20-30 cm from the seat surface. Between the mutually facing end faces of the two foot parts (5a,5b) a rubber cushion (9) is arranged, the circumferential area of which is widened to f... | 09/03/1991 |
| 4999938 | Convertible message sign A construction or emergency sign with a changeable message on its front surface. The sign has a diamond shape or a square shape and one or more flaps are secured along the central diagonal of the sign. The flaps are adapted to be releasably fastened to ei... | 03/19/1991 |
| 4988065 | Mounting device for ornamental object A device for mounting an ornamental object to a surface of vehicles. The device includes a ball attached to the ornamental object. The ball is received by a socket means and resilient retaining means act to fixably mount the ornament in one of a plurality... | 01/29/1991 |
| 4981215 | Flexible device for packing or support An elastic packing or support device that can be used especially for the elastic support and/or packing of objects during transportation. The device includes at least one elastic element composed of two mobile and parallel plates with repulsion springs an... | 01/01/1991 |
| 4888894 | Stand for safety sign or the like A sign stand for supporting highway safety signs or the like. The stand includes a plurality of folding legs which support the stand on the ground. The legs support a socket having an open upper end to receive the mounting bracket formed at one corner of ... | 12/26/1989 |
