Patents Represented by Attorney B. P. Fishburne, Jr.

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  • Pulsatile flow cardiopulmonary bypass pump
    Patent number: 4293961
    Abstract: A pulsatile flow cardiopulmonary bypass pump for use outside of the body during cardiac surgery and/or in the period immediately thereafter is disclosed. A grooved spinner is motor driven through a fluid coupling which enables idling of the spinner during diastole. The shell of the pump has a roof to which the spinner drive motor is attached, and the roof can move axially of the shell body and is biased resiliently in one axial direction. The roof of the shell moves as a function of duration of systole and magnitude of afterload, reducing stroke volume in the presence of high afterload. A groove rider having a friction reducing ball bearing drives a ring follower housing during rotation of the spinner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 1980
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1981
    Inventor: Thomas M. Runge
  • Dump compactor for refuse
    Patent number: 4289068
    Abstract: A high volume refuse compacting apparatus utilizes a commercial horizontal axis ram compactor as a base and upon this unit are mounted in tandem relationship a relatively stationary hopper bin and a coacting power-operated pivotal dumping bin which is elevated to a steep angle to feed the hopper bin with refuse by gravity action. A bottom opening of the hopper bin is in registry with a provided opening in the compactor unit above the ram thereof. Corresponding side walls of the hopper and dumping bins are made shallow to facilitate side loading of the apparatus. A scissoring action of the side walls of the hopper and dumping bins substantially eliminates refuse spillage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1980
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1981
    Inventor: Richard J. Heinrich
  • Canister set
    Patent number: 4287921
    Abstract: A canister set for dispensing measured amounts of flowable solids has a common support. Each canister of the set has a removable trap chamber for residue solids which may be cleaned out at intervals. The trap chamber of each canister is engaged by a receiver vessel and shifted to a material dispensing position. A mechanism on each canister is engaged and activated by the movable trap chamber to shift a closure slide at the bottom of a material measuring chamber to an open dispensing position where the flowable solids can gravitate into the receiver vessel. Substantially simultaneously an upper closure for the measuring chamber cuts off the flow of material thereto from an overhead storage hopper during the dispensing operation. A spring automatically returns each trap chamber and associated mechanism to its normal position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1979
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1981
    Inventor: Robert B. Sanford
  • Portable dental apparatus
    Patent number: 4286949
    Abstract: A compact portable and essentially unitized dental apparatus having a stable support base and a top carrying handle enables the visiting dentist to perform all necessary dental services at nursing homes, homes of invalids, hospital emergency rooms and in the field as with military or missionary personnel. A compressor-compressor motor unit forms the body on which other components of the apparatus are mounted. Electrical or gasoline engine compressor operation is feasible. The apparatus will operate high and low speed dental drills, a three-way syringe, and high volume suction device. Individual components are standard commerical items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1980
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1981
    Inventor: Raleigh A. Holt, Jr.
  • Variable capacity fuel delivery system for engines
    Patent number: 4285320
    Abstract: A fuel atomizing valve and cooperative engine intake manifold are disclosed wherein the air volumetric capacity of the atomizing valve is infinitely varied automatically as a function of engine demand and without external controls. Intake manifold size and volumetric capacity are likewise varied automatically according to engine demand to assure delivery to all engine cylinders a cool dense homogeneous charge with superatomization of the fuel in a near molecular state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 1979
    Date of Patent: August 25, 1981
    Inventors: Sherwood F. Webster, Richard L. Heise
  • Narrow track economy motor vehicle
    Patent number: 4283074
    Abstract: A front wheel drive narrow track passenger and/or cargo vehicle possesses some of the maneuverability of a motorcycle while providing the comparative safety and greater utility of a four wheeled automotive vehicle. Steering and tilting of the vehicle is counteract centrifugal force on curves is under control of a universally movable lever resembling an aircraft joy stick. A vehicle main frame forms a peripheral buffer around the entire vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1979
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1981
    Inventor: Hubert Tidwell
  • Wheelbarrow transport device
    Patent number: 4281950
    Abstract: A transport trailer for wheelbarrows includes a longitudinal channel member for the guidance and support of a wheelbarrow wheel and is adapted to be coupled to the drawbar of a garden tractor. A rear transverse member supports the rear end of the longitudinal channel at its center and includes on its upper side and on opposite sides of the longitudinal channel laterally adjustable locking bolts for the legs of wheelbarrows having diverse distances between legs. The rear transverse member carries at its ends a pair of wheels and a ramp for the wheelbarrow is pivotally attached to the rear of the trailer and is biased by a spring to extended and folded positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 1979
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1981
    Assignee: Maurice E. Lehman
    Inventors: Maurice E. Lehman, Roland P. Gehman
  • Domestic boiler
    Patent number: 4281604
    Abstract: A boiler construction is disclosed which eliminates the need for bolting together of internal parts thereby greatly facilitating mass production and rapid assembly procedures. Internal side protectors, in addition to establishing the size of the boiler in the front-to-back direction, serve as support rails for a removable boiler module and as a retainer for fire bricks which are further retained by a firebox grate. Front and back protectors for the boiler interior rest upon the grate support members and are maintained in properly spaced relationship through interfitment with the side protectors. A boiler scraping attachment and boiler tube cleaner are disclosed. A positive releasable retainer arrangement for the slide-in, slide-out boiler module is included.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1980
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1981
    Inventor: Arthur G. Wigdahl
  • Liquid spring stanchion
    Patent number: 4277045
    Abstract: A stanchion for the support of heavy industrial structures and pipe lines utilizes internal liquid springs for the sake of compactness. The height of the stanchion is standardized within several load ranges for ease of installation. The device is field adjustable to achieve an exact height. The stanchion has a low profile and for stability its height is always less than its base dimension. The stanchion includes a structural bearing active in two right angular planes and the bearing surfaces are of a dry lube type to resist wear. An integral load indicating scale is included on the stanchion. Economy of manufacturing, strength and simplicity of design are achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1978
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1981
    Inventors: Thomas C. Bargeron, Stanley T. Moodie
  • Animal leash
    Patent number: 4270491
    Abstract: A figure-8 choke leash for domestic or veterinary usage employs a free-sliding quick adjusting ring, a cooperating quick release and quick engageable leash mounted adjuster and an adjustable stop button which regulates the ultimate size of the choke or noose portion of the leash. The body of the leash can be constructed from slick plastic rope for ease of operation and low manufacturing cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1979
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1981
    Inventor: Jack R. Cox
  • Double crop planter, sprayer and topper
    Patent number: 4266489
    Abstract: A high ground clearance tractor during one pass through rows of a standing crop, such as corn, opens a small furrow for a second crop, such as beans, plants the second crop, sprays suitable chemicals on the new crop, and trims the tops of the existing or standing crop. A large energy savings is realized compared to using separate machines for the required operations. The machine is particularly useful in regions having a long growing season. Two rows of a second crop can be planted between each adjacent pair of rows of the existing crop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1980
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1981
    Inventor: Emmett W. Parramore
  • Sterile cosmetic suture and scalp implant for attaching hair pieces
    Patent number: 4265246
    Abstract: A sterile needle with a trailing plastic tube receives telescopically and frictionally within the trailing tube a metal implant bushing sheathed in tissue compatible silicone rubber. A double headed wire extends through and beyone one end of the implant bushing. When the needle and trailing tubing are passed through the scalp for a sufficient distance to implant the silicone rubber sheathed bushing, the headed wire is held against movement of the bushing while the trailing tube is pulled off of the implanted bushing and separated from the scalp. A curved adapter needle may be employed in the initial penetration of the scalp. The silicone rubber sheathed bushing may be wired with or without a top bar for hair piece attachment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 1979
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1981
    Assignee: Barry Cosmetic Suture Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert J. Barry
  • Wheelchair convenience attachments
    Patent number: 4264085
    Abstract: The commonplace laterally collapsible wheelchair is rendered more convenient and versatile by the addition thereto of several add-on attachments which can be readily installed by the purchaser of the chair at minimum cost and without structural alteration of the basic wheelchair. One or more of the attachments can be sold in "do-it-yourself" kits. The attachments include a chair width adjustment, curb climbing wheels, a quick removable seat back, wheel spoke protectors and a front wheel adjuster to compensate for inclines during use of the wheelchair.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 1979
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1981
    Inventor: Frank Volin
  • Incinerators
    Patent number: 4262609
    Abstract: An incinerator apparatus consists of a container with an inlet for gaseous or particulate, combustible material together with combustion air, and has an outlet for combustion products, the walls of the container, and possible walls disposed in the interior of the container, being designed for the generation or vortices in the material flowing through the container from the inlet to the outlet. At least the surfaces of the walls facing the inner space of the container include a substance which has the capability to catalyze the oxidation of carbon and carbon compounds in the combustion in the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1979
    Date of Patent: April 21, 1981
    Inventor: Allan Inovius
  • Carpet roll forming apparatus and method
    Patent number: 4256269
    Abstract: A carpet web is delivered on a conveyor to a pair of parallel bed rolls which turn in unison in a common direction and initially are in close side-by-side relationship. A single upper roll parallel to the two bed rolls and midway between them rotates slightly faster than the bed rolls and turns in the same direction as the bed rolls. The upper roll is biased downwardly by a yielding controlled pressure. A rear side swingable roll at an elevation between the bed rolls and upper roll contacts the rear side of the carpet roll being formed by the apparatus to maintain tension thereon and to resist rearward displacement of the carpet roll during its formation. As the carpet roll gains size, the forward bed roll begins to gradually move forwardly in relation to the rear bed roll and upper roll while the upper roll maintains its position to form a broad stance cradle for the growing carpet roll.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1981
    Assignee: Tex-Del, Inc.
    Inventors: James M. Feighery, Dwight E. Howden
  • Audiovisual interview portfolio
    Patent number: 4255872
    Abstract: An interview or demonstration portfolio for prospective teachers and other professionals includes audiovisual components, demonstration slides and writings to highlight the competencies and performance skills of a candidate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1979
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1981
    Inventor: Eugene Williams, Sr.
  • Controlled buoyancy separator apparatus and method
    Patent number: 4253941
    Abstract: To avoid using salt in a costly flotation separator process for various products of differing specific gravities, a fresh water flotation system is employed having a controlled buoyancy zone in which an induced current or up-flow elevates the product component of lesser specific gravity causing it to overflow a product conveyor divider member and to settle on that side of the conveyor away from the product component of greater specific gravity. The separation of clam meat from clam shells is envisioned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 1979
    Date of Patent: March 3, 1981
    Inventor: William J. Lawson
  • Fireplace log grapple
    Patent number: 4252357
    Abstract: A wheeled platform provides a storage space for logs below an elevated track supported on standards rising from the platform. A trolley device movable along the track supports an easily adjustable log gripping and release device which is utilized to place logs in a fireplace or in the fire box of a stove or furnace. The user of the crane need not place the logs by hand, thus avoiding the possibility of being burned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 24, 1981
    Inventor: Vence V. Majors
  • Adjustable spectacle nosepiece
    Patent number: 4252422
    Abstract: To promote comfort and customized fitting of spectacles on individual wearers, an adjustable nosepiece formed of a thermoplastic is assembled with a nosepiece suspension frame by the optometrist after customizing the suspension frame for securement to either metal or plastic frame spectacles. The nosepiece can be heated by the optometrist for final shaping to individual nose contours and the nosepiece mounting lugs are pinched to secure the nosepiece in a selected adjusted position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 24, 1981
    Inventor: Stephen Speckhart
  • Method and apparatus for extracting clam bellies
    Patent number: 4249283
    Abstract: Shucked whole clams are drawn by suction through a delivery tube having multiple bulbous portions and intervening constrictions. In passing through the delivery tube, the clams are subjected to repetitive massage or squeezing followed by sudden release from each constriction into a bulbous zone where the clam is suddenly decelerated prior to entering the next constriction in the delivery tube. The clams with their bellies essentially separated from the remainder of the meat are discharged from one end of the delivery tube into a primary suction chamber and are then propelled through a flush pipe under influence of two converging fluid jet streams somewhat downstream from the delivery tube which exert a further squeezing pressure on each clam while propelling it through the flush pipe and maintaining the required degree of suction in the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 10, 1981
    Assignee: William J. Lawson
    Inventor: Gerald A. Blakeslee