Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Sandra M. Sovinski
  • Patent number: 6834856
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to games, and more specifically to an apparatus and method for a racing game wherein a player attempts to complete a target number of laps and/or to accumulate a winning point value, and wherein general play and outcome are governed by events having substantially pre-determined odds of outcome, including movement directed by essentially random number generation leading to direct and indirect action commands and controls via track position and cards and resulting player interaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2004
    Inventor: Timothy Wilson
  • Patent number: 6836109
    Abstract: In a guiding apparatus for positionally accurate docking of a testing head for electronic components to a handler or prober, a guiding pin is provided, arranged to be displaceable in a direction normal to its longitudinal direction on an attachment block attached on a testing head or handler/prober. Within the attachment block, a taper pin is provided longitudinally displaceable and carrying a taper tip on its end facing the guiding pin. The guiding pin has a centering recess on its side facing the taper pin. The taper tip can be brought into and out of engagement with the centering recess, wherein by inserting the taper tip into the centering recess a predetermined position of the guiding pin with respect to the attachment block, and therefore with respect to that device, which carries the guiding pin, can be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2004
    Assignee: Multitest Elektronische Systeme GmbH
    Inventor: Stefan Thurmaier
  • Patent number: 6790191
    Abstract: A hyperextension back brace system is a cruciform structure with an upper and lower vertical arms, left and right horizontal arms, and an extender arm for each of the arms. A pubic pad has an inwardly facing resilient foam fixedly coupled to the lower end of the extender arm of the lower vertical arm. A V-shaped intermediate plate is secured at its central extent to the upper end of the extender arm of the upper vertical arm with a pair of pectoral pads. The V-shaped plate has upwardly extending arms. A pair of rigid side pads have an inwardly facing resilient foam fixedly coupled to the exterior end of the horizontal extender arms. A belt of a pile material is attached at one end of one of the side pads.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2004
    Inventor: David J. Hendricks
  • Patent number: 6769951
    Abstract: A wind-actuated, spinning novelty device enabling a user to quickly, easily and interchangeably mount and transport a dual-head rotational device on a vehicle and to enjoy an active display along with coincident display of a selected logo, mascot depiction, design and/or vocal, thereby enabling a user to demonstrate patriotism, support for a sports team or to display any other personal interest capable of visual and/or audible expression by providing a dynamic showcase for individual interests and/or beliefs through the incorporation of effects such as, for exemplary purposes only, holographic images, reflective ornamentation, distinctive coloration, lights, insignias, licensed characters, other special visual effects and/or other notable styles or features.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2004
    Inventor: Delvon Collier
  • Patent number: 6699413
    Abstract: A part-forming machine having an in-mold integrated vision system and method therefor for verifying the presence, absence and quality of molded parts therein. The image of the mold and/or part is acquired at a substantially parallel angle relative to the image-capturing source thereby allowing the imaging of the mold while the mold is opening thus increasing the resolution, speed and accuracy of part-forming machine imaging systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2004
    Inventor: Edward F. Kachnic
  • Patent number: 6604768
    Abstract: A specialized tool for utilization within the chute of a concrete truck enabling efficient direction of liquid concrete via a raised gripping edge and strategically shaped, replaceable/disposable head, wherein a generally semi-circular shaped head facilitates compatibility with the discharge chute of a cement truck for assisting in the direction and placement of concrete, a gripping edge facilitates a comfortably secure reach into the discharge chute of a cement truck for scooping, pulling, plugging or otherwise controlling the flow of concrete and a replaceable blade head provides long-term efficient usage thereof, thereby enabling a user to efficiently deposit, apply and manage fresh liquid concrete from a concrete truck's chute as the concrete is being discharged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Inventor: Mark W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 6592355
    Abstract: A part-forming machine having an in-mold integrated vision system and method therefor for verifying the presence, absence and quality of molded parts therein. The image of the mold and/or part is acquired at a substantially parallel angle relative to the image-capturing source thereby allowing the imaging of the mold while the mold is opening thus increasing the resolution, speed and accuracy of part-forming machine imaging systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2003
    Assignee: Ovalon Vision Solutions, LLC
    Inventor: Edward F. Kachnic