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Behavior Modification Wristwatch
A wristwatch including a watch band and a watch body having an octagon shaped perimeter and being red in color and having the word STOP thereon to resemble a stop sign.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7108626 | Drive assembly A drive assembly for a motor vehicle having a stepless transmission including a driven input shaft coupled to an engine and at least one output shaft. The input and output shafts are drivingly connected through an eccentric drive provided on the input shaft. A freew... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7040185 | Device for driving an output mechanism A device for driving an output mechanism has a rotationally drivable input shaft, a structure located between the input shaft and the outlet mechanism for transmitting a drive torque to the input shaft to the output mechanism, wherein a non-positive functional conne... | 05/09/2006 |
| 6997602 | Constant-force device for indirect-second watches The present invention refers to a constant-force device suitable for being integrated into a movement of watches, particularly wrist watches, with an indirect-second mechanism having an intermediate second pinion (14) driven by a second wheel (9) of th... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6835153 | Infinitely variable transmission An infinitely variable transmission comprising an angular velocity input member (12), an angular velocity output member (14), two parallel stages (18, 20) of cyclic angular velocity generating devices (24, 30), a drive arrangement (16 | 12/28/2004 |
| 6807878 | Device to provide continuously variable gear reduction A torque transmission device for providing steplessly variable torque conversion. The torque transmission device has a set of unidirectionally-rotatable, slotted levers radiating from a first axis, capable of engaging a torque output ring which is also rotatable on ... | 10/26/2004 |
| 6779415 | Mechanical transmission A constant power mechanical transmission with seamless, ripple free, infinitely variable torque multiplying outputs comprises an input shaft and an output shaft. The input shaft is coupled to a pair of oscillating levers whereby rotation of the input shaft causes os... | 08/24/2004 |
| 6748817 | Transmission with minimal orbiter A transmission has only a single, minimal orbiter in which an input gear and an output gear, each being connected to separate input and output shafts, are interconnected through an orbiting cluster gear that meshes with only the input and output gears. The cluster g... | 06/15/2004 |
| 6684724 | Shape memory alloy step drive mechanism for providing step motion to a system A shape memory alloy step drive mechanism includes at least one shape memory alloy element (1) with a fixed end, the other end being connected to one end of a lever (2). The lever (2) is provided with a pawl (4) which is located to move on the teeth of a ... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6425301 | Continuously variable transmission A continuously variable transmission is disclosed to change an input rotational velocity along a continuous spectrum using an eccentrically positioned cam cooperating with a counterweight assembly to counteract the imbalance generated by the eccentric cam... | 07/30/2002 |
| 6269568 | Decoration with a variable billboard A decoration with a variable billboard including a decorative hollow base seat in which an energy reserving device is disposed. The energy reserving device includes a coil spring and a handle disposed at the center of the coil spring. The handle extends o... | 08/07/2001 |
| 6247308 | Bidirectional rotary motion-converter, wave motors, and various other applications thereof Motion-converter apparatus for converting bidirectional rotary movements to unidirectional rotary movements includes: an input shaft for inputting the bidirectional rotary movements; an output shaft for outputting the unidirectional rotary movements, the ... | 06/19/2001 |
| 6212964 | Flexible link variable stroke apparatus The present disclosure relates to a flexible link drive apparatus. The flexible link drive apparatus comprises a housing that supports an input shaft and an output shaft. An eccentric is located on the input shaft, and a clutch is located on the output sh... | 04/10/2001 |
| 6122982 | Flexible link variable stroke apparatus The present disclosure relates to a flexible link drive apparatus having a housing rotationally supporting an eccentric input shaft and an output shaft. An eccentric roller assembly is coupled to the eccentric input shaft, and the eccentric roller assembl... | 09/26/2000 |
| 5771743 | Continuously variable torque transmission with torsion bars and energy recuperating brake device A mechanical continuously variable torque transmission, in particular for flywheel driven, fuel efficient, low emission cars, trucks and locomotives includes structure as follows: three eccentrics 20, 21, 22, mounted on input shaft 18 and carrying needle ... | 06/30/1998 |
| 5711192 | Indexer with improved clutch An improved indexing device for generating a smooth and controlled rotary motion where double rotary cranks having slide members coupled to corresponding slide guides arranged in orientation parallel to the plane of rotation of the rotary cranks are provi... | 01/27/1998 |
| 5385509 | Gear transmission with ratchet o.w.c. and planetary gear set suitable for providing a pulsed drive A drive train for a pulsed feed wheel has an offset cam on a continuously rotating drive shaft. The cam acts against a pendulum which rocks the input of a one-way clutch. A support arm attached to the output of the clutch terminates in a planetary gear. T... | 01/31/1995 |
| 5261515 | Safety disconnect for the pedal operator rod of an attaching machine A mechanical disconnect for the pedal operating rod of an attaching machine comprises a stationary trip slide having a downwardly inclined cam surface and a housing enclosing the trip slide and reciprocable thereon. The housing is connected to the clutch ... | 11/16/1993 |
| 5170872 | Synchronizer for activating and de-activating a dog clutch, particularly in article-wrapping machines The outputs (17-18) of a pair of intermittence devices (16) operated in phase with a clutch driving shaft (6), clutch however, generate equal movements, however in a 180° out-of-phase relation with each other. With the interposition of respective electro... | 12/15/1992 |
| 5113712 | Simple stepless variable transmission A simple stepless variable transmission in which rotation of an input shaft is translated into circular motion of an input stage arm which is then converted into periodic rotation of an intermediate linkage around a center of rotation that is displaced fr... | 05/19/1992 |
| 4986155 | Cutting apparatus for extruded materials Apparatus (10) for repeatedly cutting extruded rubber and plastic material (M) at preselected locations along a length thereof including, a frame (11), a drive shaft (35) mounted on the frame, a drive member (25) effecting a selected speed of rotation of ... | 01/22/1991 |
| 4967615 | Mechanical transmission A mechanical transmission converts rotational motion of an input drive shaft to an alternating radially directed motion of a selected amplitude. The alternating motion imparts rotational movement to an output driven shaft through imposition of one-way clu... | 11/06/1990 |
| 4907474 | Mechanical torque converter A mechanical torque converting transmission for producing an output with variable, controllable speed and torque characteristics comprises a rotary input shaft adapted for attachment to a rotary power source and connected to a main drive gear. The drive g... | 03/13/1990 |
| 4905810 | Rotor shaft turning apparatus Apparatus and method for periodic rotation of the rotor assembly of a turbogenerator during the time that it is not rotated in its normal manner for generating power, in which a continuously operating motor is periodically connected through an electricall... | 03/06/1990 |
| 4903537 | Rotor shaft turning apparatus Apparatus and method for periodic rotation of the rotor assembly of a turbogenerator during the time that it is not rotated in its normal manner for generating power, in which a continuously operating motor is periodically connected through an electricall... | 02/27/1990 |
| 4889013 | Torque converter and assembly utilizing same An inertial torque converter for converting a first torque into a second torque includes first and second unidirectional clutches which operate in opposite directions and which allow an output torque shaft to freewheel between received torque pulses. The ... | 12/26/1989 |
| 4888539 | Clutch/damper A clutch/damper for isolating and absorbing vibration induced reactive torques from adversely affecting a motor drive system. A friction plate variably engages a gear coupled to the drive motor and to a load mass to permit normal drive in the absence of e... | 12/19/1989 |
| 4869490 | Incremental motion mechanism An incremental motion mechanism which utilizes first and second one-way clutches attached to the output shaft of the mechanism. The first one-way clutch is used to prevent back up of the output member, while the second one-way clutch is used to incrementa... | 09/26/1989 |
| 4823627 | Mechanical transmission A mechanical transmission converts rotational motion of an input drive shaft to an alternating radially directed motion of a selected amplitude. The alternating motion imparts rotational movement to an output driven shaft through imposition of one-way clu... | 04/25/1989 |
| 4765195 | Stepless transmission mechanism A stepless transmission of the non-friction type is provided using intermeshing non-circular gears. The transmission is made up of a number of angular velocity modulators each having first, second, and third shafts. Each shaft carries a non-circular gear ... | 08/23/1988 |
| 4750376 | Variable gear ratio/speed drive A transmission in which gear segments are cammed to mesh with a circumferential gear and to transmit power from a centered shaft through arcs of power determined by the position of segments relative to the shaft. The segments automatically adjust the radi... | 06/14/1988 |
| 4723853 | Thermal transfer printer A thermal transfer printer wherein the carriage is equipped with the ribbon cassette and the thermal head and has a take-up shaft engageable with the take-up core of the ribbon cassette, and clutch means is provided between the motion converting means and... | 02/09/1988 |
| 4680980 | Drive mechanism A drive mechanism for imparting intermittent movement to an output member. The drive mechanism includes a rotatable input member which operates through a crank to move a beam with oscillatory or reciprocating movement. The beam is interconnected with a on... | 07/21/1987 |
| 4600366 | Feed rate control for peristaltic pump Apparatus for adjustable control of the rate of pumping liquid through a peristaltic pump, comprising a main shaft onto which an index plate is slideably engaged and locked by rotating the plate with respect to the shaft and seating the plate in a lateral... | 07/15/1986 |
| 4590813 | Inertia transmission A power transmission that uses inertia forces. The drive member carries a urality of high density rollers that are acted on by centrifugal force. The driven member includes reaction surfaces that periodically move the high density rollers inwardly in oppo... | 05/27/1986 |
| 4584890 | Device for rotating, at will and step by step, a shaft driven from a driving shaft A device for rotating at will, step by step, a shaft (2) driven from a drive shaft to which is imparted a continuous uninterrupted rotational movement in an invariable direction, comprising means for transforming the continuous rotational movement of the ... | 04/29/1986 |
| 4579013 | Device for driving a conveyor according a pattern of unequal separate steps A device for activating the one or the other of two movement transfer devices, both driving the same output shaft, at least one of said movement transfer devices having a cam disc to create a desired velocity characteristic, control means controlled by sa... | 04/01/1986 |
| 4538931 | Drive mechanism including a one-way spring clutch for a typewriter A drive mechanism for a member to be driven in one direction is disclosed. The mechanism is incorporated in an electronic typewriter and includes a clutch including a clutch spring which provides a driving connection between a small DC motor and the membe... | 09/03/1985 |
| 4506771 | Method and apparatus for operating clutch and brake control device of machines having intermittent, undirectional operation A method and apparatus for operating a switching device such as a clutch or brake for a moveable element such as a shaft which is driveable by a prime mover such as a rack and pinion device. The clutch selectively connects the shaft to the prime mover and... | 03/26/1985 |
| 4494416 | Infinite speed transmission with reciprocating yokes Cams carried by a power input shaft reciprocate a pair of yokes along perpendicular paths with the ends of each yoke coupled to a pair of oscillating arm members, all carried by a shift ring. Disposed for rectilinear travel between each pair of arm member... | 01/22/1985 |
| 4487085 | Infinitely variable gear ratio transmission An infinitely variable gear ratio transmission includes plural cam followers driven to oscillate by a rotating cam. The oscillatory motion of the cam followers is combined through plural clutches to provide an output drive. The cam includes at least one s... | 12/11/1984 |
