Patents Examined by T. O'Hare
  • X-ray cradle top with tilting mechanism
    Patent number: 4156815
    Abstract: A cradle top for an X-ray examination table carries a cradle or basket rotatable about its lengthwise axis and is mounted for tilting angulation as well as for movement in the elevational, lengthwise and transverse directions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1977
    Date of Patent: May 29, 1979
    Assignee: Spectrum X-Ray Corporation
    Inventor: William F. Hogan
  • X-ray cradle top with tilting mechanism
    Patent number: 4131801
    Abstract: A cradle top for an X-ray examination table carries a cradle or basket which is rotatable about its lengthwise axis. The cradle top is mounted for movement in the elevational, lengthwise and transverse directions. The cradle top is also connected to a scissors linkage mechanism for tilting angulation. A ball nut damping device prevents oscillatory movement or "bounce" of the patient as he or she is raised and lowered to and from the tilted position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 1977
    Date of Patent: December 26, 1978
    Assignee: Spectrum X-Ray Corporation
    Inventor: William F. Hogan