Bizarre Patents
An electrified table cloth for preventing crawling insects from gaining access to the consumer's food or drink.
PatentStorm News
Make the Most of Our Site
See this month's Top Inventors and Most Cited Patents.
Stay on top of the latest innovations by subscribing to an RSS feed.
Registered users: Manage your profile.
| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 5415627 | System for delivering a tacky wound dressing A tacky wound dressing delivery system is disclosed that includes a film and wound dressing material which is to be applied to a patient's wound, a protective cover, which is adjacent to the film, an adhesive layer on one surface of the film, a tab locate... | 05/16/1995 |
| 5387247 | Prosthetic device having a biocompatible carbon film thereon and a method of and apparatus for forming such device A prosthetic device which includes a biocompatible carbon film firmly adherent to a substrate. The carbon preferably is turbostratic and is preferably very thin, e.g., less than about one micron. The thin carbon biocompatible film is dense and covers at l... | 02/07/1995 |
| 5370684 | Prosthesis of polymeric material coated with biocompatible carbon A prosthetic device which includes a turbostratic biocompatible carbon film firmly adherent to a substrate and having a density of at least 2.1 g/cm3. The carbon preferably is very thin, e.g. , less than about one micron. The thin carbon biocom... | 12/06/1994 |
| 5368581 | Method of using a packaging system with folded applicator pads for topical drug delivery The present invention provides a method for applying a plurality, preferably two, of dermatological agents to the skin from a single dispensing and applicator system comprising a plurality of compartmentalized applicator pads which may be exposed and sequ... | 11/29/1994 |
| 5364339 | Bed sore pad A stratiform pad for surrounding and protecting a bed sore from pressure while the patient is in bed. The pad comprises a median layer containing a closed cell air bubble film, a body-contacting layer bonded to one surface of the median layer to adhere th... | 11/15/1994 |
| 5362294 | Sling for positioning internal organ during laparoscopic surgery and method of use A sling is disclosed for retracting a body organ such as the uterus or bowel during a laparoscopic surgical operation. The sling is made of an appropriate material with suitable dimensions so that it can be inserted through a cannula customarily used for ... | 11/08/1994 |
| 5358475 | High molecular weight bioresorbable polymers and implantable devices thereof Nerve channels made from high molecular weight lactic acid polymers, preferably polymers having a molecular weight between about 234,000 and 320,000, provide an unexpectedly beneficial effect on cell growth and regeneration of function.... | 10/25/1994 |
| 5358483 | Disposable transdermal drug applicators An electrically/battery powered transdermal drug applicator comprising a flexible nonconductive substrate with a plurality of conductive coated areas, the conductive coated areas forming drug reservoir electrodes, and a plurality of drug reservoirs separa... | 10/25/1994 |
| 5358494 | Irrigation dressing An irrigation dressing for deep wounds comprises an adhesive, substantially liquid- and air-impermeable plate (1) having at least one perforation (6, 7) for supplying and sucking off liquid, and for pressure equalization. The perforation is provided with ... | 10/25/1994 |
| 5356432 | Implantable mesh prosthesis and method for repairing muscle or tissue wall defects An implantable prosthesis including a conical mesh plug having a pleated surface which conforms to the contours of the defect being repaired. Mesh filler material positioned in the plug stiffens the implant when it is compressed within the defect.... | 10/18/1994 |
| 5356374 | Process for treating blood with polyimide carriers The present invention relates to a process for treating blood. The process involves separating the blood into plasma and cellular components. The plasma component is passed through a column containing a polyimide particulate carrier. The polyimide carrier... | 10/18/1994 |
| 5354336 | Method for bonding soft tissue with collagen-based adhesives and sealants The present invention relates to a method for bonding soft tissues. The method comprises the steps of (a) applying a polymerizable collagen composition onto at least portion of a surface of at least one of a first tissue and a second tissue, (b) exposing ... | 10/11/1994 |
| 5354261 | Fluid-retentive bandage A bandage which retains bodily fluids at least until such fluids reach the top of the dressing that may be placed in the bandage and which permits removal or replacement of the dressing without detaching the bandage from the patient. The bandage has a hol... | 10/11/1994 |
| 5344455 | Graft polymer articles having bioactive surfaces Articles comprised of bioactive agents coupled to or repelled by a graft polymer (made, for example, from monomers such as N-(3-aminopropyl) methacrylamide hydrochloride (APMA), 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid (AMPS), acrylamide (AAm)m and acry... | 09/06/1994 |
| 5342344 | Disposable diaper with refastenable mechanical fastening system A disposable absorbent garment includes a moisture impervious outer layer, a nonwoven moisture pervious inner layer, an absorbent layer sandwiched and encased between the inner and outer layers, with the sandwiched layers having opposed first and second w... | 08/30/1994 |
| 5340363 | Wound dressing A wound dressing for use with exuding wounds is provided comprising a porous hydrophobic layer adapted to directly contact the wound during use and an adjacent absorbent layer attached to said hydrophobic layer, said hydrophobic layer comprised of an elas... | 08/23/1994 |
| 5336209 | Multi-function wound protection bandage and medicant delivery system with simultaneous variable oxygenation A protective wound bandage which allows for the body's natural epitheliazation process to be enhanced by the function of said bandage in the following ways. A non-stick surface is provided to make contact with the wound. An absorbent pad is provided for b... | 08/09/1994 |
| 5336207 | Method for removal of medical adhesive from skin A method for removal of a medical adhesive from the skin without irritation to the skin comprises applying to the medical adhesive on the skin an adhesive cleansing solvent comprising can oxyalylene alkyl ether such as dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether ... | 08/09/1994 |
| 5336211 | External male catheter, applicator and method of use The combination of an external male catheter and an applicator to facilitate properly fitting the catheter on a patient, as well as the method for doing so, are disclosed. The catheter is preferably of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,540,409 and the... | 08/09/1994 |
| 5330452 | Topical medicating device A topical medicating device includes a transparent viscoelastic gel pad having one or more pharmacologically-active substances incorporated therein; a sheet of transparent, impermeable, and elastic material providing an occlusive layer adjacent to the upp... | 07/19/1994 |
| 5326355 | Composite material having absorbable and nonabsorbable components for use with mammalian tissue The invention is a composite material of two or more biocompatible polymers, at least one of which is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and one of which is a bioabsorbable polymer. The nonabsorbable PTFE is used in the composite as a reinforcing binder. The ... | 07/05/1994 |
| 5326359 | Knee prosthesis with adjustable centro-medullary stem A prosthesis of the knee which includes an articular element including a slideway in which is mounted the base of a bushing which threadingly receives a centro-medullary stem. The centro-medullary stem extends through the bushing so as to be engageable wi... | 07/05/1994 |
| 5284489 | Filament fabricated from a blend of ionomer resin and nonionic thermoplastic resin A filament is fabricated from a biologically acceptable blend of an ionomer resin such as an ionically crosslinked ethylene-methacrylic acid copolymer and a nonionic thermoplastic resin, e.g., a polyolefin such as an isotactic polypropylene.... | 02/08/1994 |
| 5269776 | Disposable diaper with refastenable mechanical fastening system A disposable absorbent garment includes a moisture impervious outer layer, a nonwoven moisture pervious inner layer, an absorbent layer sandwiched and encased between the inner and outer layers, with the sandwiched layers having opposed first and second w... | 12/14/1993 |
| 5269807 | Suture fabricated from syndiotactic polypropylene A suture is manufactured from a syndiotactic polypropylene, advantageously by a melt extrusion (spinning) procedure. The suture exhibits greater flexibility than a comparable suture manufactured from isotactic polypropylene.... | 12/14/1993 |
| 5263992 | Biocompatible device with covalently bonded biocompatible agent The biocompatibility of biomaterials having solid surfaces is improved through coating the same with biocompatible agents. The method for modifying the solid surface to improve biocompatibility employs molecules of a biocompatible agent and a chemical lin... | 11/23/1993 |
| 5263922 | Valved bandage A valved bandage and method for covering an open wound in the chest cavity. The bandage includes a flexible sheet having a hole formed therein. A normally closed one way valve section extends outward from the outside of the sheet and in communication with... | 11/23/1993 |
| 5259835 | Wound closure means and method using flowable adhesive A wound closure device employs a porous bonding member which receives a flowable adhesive capable of providing long term wound support. The bonding member is positioned by a carrier member that is used to achieve initial apposition of the wound and which ... | 11/09/1993 |
| 5256159 | Personal deodorizing apparatus for bodily waste reservoir This invention relates to a bodily waste reservoir deodorizing apparatus and method for deodorizing odors from bodily waste reservoirs, such as ostomy appliances and diapers. The apparatus has a miniature fan that moves air through a deodorizing element, ... | 10/26/1993 |
| 5254109 | Separately packaged applicator pads for topical delivery of incompatable drugs The present invention provides a method for applying a plurality, preferably two, dermatological agents to the skin from a single dispensing and applicator system comprising a plurality of compartmentalized applicator pads which may be exposed and sequent... | 10/19/1993 |
| 5247931 | Diagnostic sensor clasp utilizing a slot, pivot and spring hinge mechanism A hinge clamp mechanism and sensor for performing pulse oximetry tests, as well as for performing other diagnostic procedures that can be conducted on a human body part, such as a finger. More particularly, the hinge clamp mechanism utilizes one or more s... | 09/28/1993 |
| 5246457 | Xenogeneic collagen/mineral preparations in bone repair A composition for use in bone repair, in particular, in only procedures, which comprises calcium phosphate mineral particles in admixture with atelopeptide reconstituted fibrillar collagen preparations is disclosed. This composition is non-immunogenic and... | 09/21/1993 |
| 5244463 | Programmable infusion pump An infusion pump system, comprises disposable tubing having an elastic segment and one-way check valves at each end of the segment for conveying intravenous fluid from a source to a patient, a compact, portable housing having an open receptacle for remova... | 09/14/1993 |
| 5242433 | Packaging system with in-tandem applicator pads for topical drug delivery The present invention provides a method for applying a plurality, preferably two, dermatological agents to the skin from a single dispensing and applicator system comprising a plurality of compartmentalized applicator pads which may be exposed and sequent... | 09/07/1993 |
| 5235992 | Processes for producing flavor substances from tobacco and smoking articles made therewith Processes for producing flavor substances from tobacco are disclosed. The processes involve heating tobacco during a first staged heating to a first toasting temperature to drive off volatile materials; increasing the toasting temperature during a second ... | 08/17/1993 |
| 5228461 | Smoking compositions containing a vanillin-release additive This invention provides smoking compositions which contain a novel vanillin flavorant-release additive. A cigarette smoking product comprising (1) a combustible filler selected from natural tobacco, reconstituted tobacco and tobacco substitutes, and (2) a... | 07/20/1993 |
| 5228457 | Protector for heartbeat-synchronous pulse wave detecting probe A probe protector for protecting a heartbeat-synchronous pulse wave detecting probe set on a limb of a living subject, from contacting a medical staff attending to the subject on the side of the limb, the limb being supported on a support member having a ... | 07/20/1993 |
| 5218970 | Tracheal tube cuff pressure monitor A monitor for measuring the pressure in the cuff on a tracheal tube is clipped onto a coupling at the end of an inflation indicator balloon that communicates with the cuff. The monitor has a silicon strain gauge pressure sensor and a spring that urges the... | 06/15/1993 |
| 5207706 | Method and means for gold-coating implantable intravascular devices Implantable vascular prostheses, formed of synthetic, woven fibers are coated with a thin layer of metallic gold sufficient to create a continuous coating over the surfaces of the fibers that come into contact with blood. The coating is applied by vapor d... | 05/04/1993 |
| 5201745 | Visceral surgery patch A patch for visceral surgery is made from a biomaterial consisting of two layers of collagen superimposed and closely combined, namely a porous adhesive layer of fibrous collagen and a film of collagen and/or gelatin.... | 04/13/1993 |
