Patents Issued in February 10, 2004
  • Base for fence post
    Patent number: D486591
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Homax Products Inc.
    Inventor: David Prokop
  • Block for built-up floor
    Patent number: D486592
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Jacky Hong
  • Trailer attachable rear wheel and curb illumination device
    Patent number: D486593
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: George R. Griffin
  • Automobile light
    Patent number: D486594
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: TYC Brother Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yen-Liang Kuo
  • Automobile light
    Patent number: D486595
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: TYC Brother Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yung-Ching Liu
  • Automobile light
    Patent number: D486596
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: TYC Brother Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Hsien-Neng Chen
  • Frontal lamp case
    Patent number: D486597
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Zedel
    Inventor: Paul Petzl
  • Portable lantern
    Patent number: D486598
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Lomak Industrial Co. Ltd.
    Inventor: Eddie Ying Hoi Lo
  • Halogen lamp and support assembly
    Patent number: D486599
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Bijan Bayat, Michael Quan Dinh
  • Constellation sconce
    Patent number: D486600
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Robert N. Coe
  • Wave-shaped motion lamp
    Patent number: D486601
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Hung-Huai Shen
  • Exterior track assembly having slidably adjustable mounts for decorative lights
    Patent number: D486602
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Elton Hines, Alvirgil Hines
  • Deodorant residue removal device
    Patent number: D486603
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Shannon Larkin, Courtney A. Rovira
  • Hair braider kit
    Patent number: D486604
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Appliance Development Corporation
    Inventors: Dov Z. Glucksman, Laura J. Nickerson
  • Hair clip
    Patent number: D486605
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Linshell Holdings, Limited
    Inventors: Lindsey J. Walker, Shelley-Anne Salisbury
  • Hair trimmer
    Patent number: D486606
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventor: Annina Nicole Goetschi
  • Skin remover
    Patent number: D486607
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Kuo-Chin Chien
  • Case for granular deodorant, desiccant and the like
    Patent number: D486608
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Gregory W. Cofield
  • Reversible protective vest
    Patent number: D486609
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Chuen Wook Park
  • Bowler's wrist support
    Patent number: D486610
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Martin J. Alivo, Jr.
  • Boat-simulating dog bed
    Patent number: D486611
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Michelle Spence, Scott R. Spence
  • Automatic waterer
    Patent number: D486612
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Alco Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Allan G. Ross
  • Dog house dryer
    Patent number: D486613
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Jules Stern, David Stern, Kenneth Stern, Peter Stankus
  • Self-contained carpet extractor
    Patent number: D486614
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: David Beauchamp, Steve Williams
  • Interface for lower front panel for laundry appliance
    Patent number: D486615
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Maytag Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen D. Schober, Mark S. Snowden
  • Cleaning system
    Patent number: D486616
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: The Clorox Company
    Inventors: Michael J. Hall, James E. Rader, Robert W. Flagler, Scott T. Haubrich, Karen S. Hefter, Richard Porticos, Gene Park, Douglas Minkler, David J. Sayler, Eric Y. Park
  • Portable leaf bag holder
    Patent number: D486617
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Susanna Binder, Nick Binder
  • Utility cart
    Patent number: D486618
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Carl G. Crosco, Sr.
  • Laundry cart
    Patent number: D486619
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventors: Roberto H. Rivera, Laura R. Rivera
  • Partially transparent mailbox
    Patent number: D486620
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Timothy M. Dineen
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Burnectnine’
    Patent number: PP14516
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica sub species nuciperisica), and which has been denominated varietally as ‘Burnectnine’, and which produces an attractively colored white-fleshed, aromatic, clingstone nectarine, which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately June 4 to June 11 under ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: The Burchell Nursery, Inc.
    Inventors: John K. Slaughter, Timothy J. Gerdts
  • Nectarine tree named ‘Burnectthirteen’
    Patent number: PP14517
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica sub species nuciperisica), and which is denominated varietally as ‘Burnectthirteen’, and which produces an attractively colored white-fleshed, sub-acid clingstone nectarine, which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately May 24 to June 4 under ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: The Burchell Nursery, Inc.
    Inventors: John K. Slaughter, Timothy J. Gerdts
  • Nectarine tree, ‘Burnectsix’
    Patent number: PP14518
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica sub species nuciperisica), denominated varietally as ‘Burnectsix’, and which produces an attractively colored white-fleshed, aromatic, clingstone nectarine, which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately June 29 to July 8 under ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: The Burchell Nursery, Inc.
    Inventors: John K. Slaughter, Timothy J. Gerdts
  • Calibrachoa plant named ‘Sumcali 01’
    Patent number: PP14519
    Abstract: A new and distinct early flowering Calibrachoa plant with bright violet colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Grunewald Veredlings B.V.
    Inventor: Ralf Schräder
  • New Guinea Impatiens Plant Named ‘Ovation Cherry Rose’
    Patent number: PP14520
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Ovation Cherry Rose’, characterized by its mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; dark green leaves; freely flowering habit with flowers positioned above or beyond the foliage; large, red purple-colored flowers; and tolerance to full sun conditions and low and high temperatures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Oglevee Ltd.
    Inventor: Lyndon W. Drewlow
  • Anthurium plant named ‘Baby Smile’
    Patent number: PP14521
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant named ‘Baby Smile’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; freely clumping growth habit; durable dark green leaves; dark red-colored spathes with white-colored spadices that are positioned above and beyond the foliage on strong and erect scapes; freely flowering habit; and good inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Rijnplant B.V.
    Inventor: Leonardus W. B. M. van Rijn
  • Raspberry cultivar named WSU 1090
    Patent number: PP14522
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of red raspberry (i.e., Rubus idaeus L. ) is provided. The cultivar, designated WSU 1090, forms exceptionally large fruit with good flavor. The fruit is conical in shape. The fruit is larger, firmer, and has a greater length / width ratio than the fruit of most raspberry cultivars.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventor: Patrick P. Moore
  • Anthurium plant named ‘1999-22’
    Patent number: PP14523
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant named ‘1999-22’, characterized by its upright and outwardly spreading plant habit; freely clumping growth habit; durable dark green leaves; white, green and dark pink tri-colored spathes with dark pink-colored spadices that are positioned above and beyond the foliage on strong and erect scapes; freely flowering habit; and good inflorescence longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: RijnPlant B.V.
    Inventor: Leonardus W. B. M. van Rijn
  • Geranium plant named ‘Free Pink Two’
    Patent number: PP14524
    Abstract: A geranium cultivar particularly distinguished by dark green foliage with light zonation, pink flower color, and semi-double flowers on large umbels, fast rooting and exhibits vigorous growth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Goldsmith Seeds, Inc.
    Inventor: Mitchell Eugene Hanes
  • New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Balcebapst’
    Patent number: PP14525
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Balcebapst’, characterized by its upright, uniform and mounded plant habit; large light and dark orange bi-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and very dark green-colored leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Kerry M. Strope
  • Poinsettia plant named ‘Ted's Red’
    Patent number: PP14526
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Poinsettia plant named ‘Ted's Red’, characterized by its uniform, compact, upright and mounded plant habit; freely branching growth habit; narrow branching angle that reduces stem breakage; inflorescences with upright red-colored flower bracts; relatively late flowering; and excellent post-production longevity; flower bracts resist fading.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Petersen & Tietz Florists + Greenhouses, Inc.
    Inventor: Heidi Tietz DeSilva
  • Hydrangea plant named ‘Big Daddy’
    Patent number: PP14527
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Big Daddy’, characterized by its large and vigorous growth habit; upright and rounded plant habit; large glossy dark green-colored leaves; and large inflorescences with large pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Ozzie W. Johnson, Jr.
  • New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Balcebgrapi’
    Patent number: PP14528
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of New Guinea Impatiens plant named ‘Balcebgrapi’, characterized by its upright, uniform and mounded plant habit; large red purple-colored flowers that are positioned above and beyond the leaves; and green-colored leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Kerry M. Strope
  • Verbena plant named ‘Balazpink’
    Patent number: PP14529
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Verbena plant named ‘Balazpink’, characterized by its outwardly spreading plant habit; medium green-colored leaves; and dark pink-colored flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Scott C. Trees
  • Petunia plant named ‘Balsundeum’
    Patent number: PP14530
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Petunia plant named ‘Balsundeum’, characterized by its upright, outwardly spreading and mounded plant habit; freely basal branching habit; and single flowers that are purple in color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Ball Horticultural Company
    Inventor: Kerry M. Strope
  • Calla lily plant named ‘Pink Pot’
    Patent number: PP14531
    Abstract: A calla lily potted plant particularly distinguished by pink spathe and lightly maculated leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Bloomz Limited
    Inventors: Andrew G. F. Warren, Jacobus J. P. Spaans
  • Chrysanthemum plant named ‘Juno’
    Patent number: PP14532
    Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named ‘Juno’ characterized by its small sized blooms with yellow ray florets and prolific branching; natural season flower date August 26-31; blooming for a period of 5 weeks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: Chrysanthemum Breeders Association, N.V.
    Inventor: Robert Noodelijk
  • Dual member pipe joint for a dual member drill string
    Patent number: RE38418
    Abstract: A dual-member pipe joint having an outer member and an inner member which is disposed coaxially within the outer member. Both the outer member and the inner member have a pin end and a box end. The pin end of the outer member is threadable to the box end of another outer member. The pin end of the inner member is geometrically shaped. The box end of the inner member forms a recess which conforms to the geometric shape of the pin end of the inner member. The box end of the inner member nonthreadably receives the pin end of another inner member in “slip-fit” connection. “Slip-fit” means the pin end of the inner member slides into the box end of a like inner member and forms a connection that is capable of transmitting torque. The advantage of this dual-member pipe joint is that both the inner and outer members of a pipe joint may be connected to a drill string in a single action with just one connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
    Inventors: Arthur D. Deken, Cody L. Sewell
  • Computer interface device
    Patent number: RE38419
    Abstract: A computer terminal device includes a flat screen display element and a touch-sensitive element. Simulated keyboards can be displayed on the display element and, in response to the touching of the simulated keys, generate appropriate control signals. The same flat screen display can also be used to display computer output, either the result of calculations or the result of information retrieval requests. The slim silhouette of this terminal makes it ideal for hostile environments such as the factory floor or the hospital room.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: NCR Corporation
    Inventors: Carol M. Auer, Daniel L. Castagno, Allen W. Haley, Jr., Harry J. Moore, IV, Sean E. O'Leary, Steven J. Paley, Thomas E. Rutt
  • Derivation of studio camera position and motion from the camera image
    Patent number: RE38420
    Abstract: Studio camera position and motion may be derived from the camera image by separating out the background and deriving from a background having a number of areas of hue and/or brightness different from adjacent areas estimates of movement from one image to the next. The initial image is used as a reference and amended with predicted motion value. The amended image is compared with incoming images and the result used to derive translation and scale change information. Once the proportion of the reference image contained in an incoming image falls below a threshold a fresh reference image is adopted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Assignee: British Broadcasting Corporation
    Inventor: Graham Alexander Thomas