Patents Issued in August 1, 2006
  • Patent number: RE39215
    Abstract: A multilayer antireflection coating for a temperature sensitive substrate such as plastic. One layer is a DC reactively sputtered metal oxide which may be deposited quickly and without imparting a large amount of heat to the substrate. Another layer has a refractive index lower than the substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Tru Vue, Inc.
    Inventors: Erik J. Bjornard, William A. Meredith, Jr.
  • Patent number: RE39216
    Abstract: A data communication system, such as a local area network, is provided with a capability of transmitting isochronous data. Preferably the system conveys both isochronous data and non-isochronous data by time-multiplexing the data into a recurring frame structure on a four-bit nibble basis. Switching of data is handled using switching tables. The tables can be updated by a processor. Updates can be performed asynchronously so that the processor does not have to wait until the switch tables are in an unused updatable state before outputting the update information. An efficient encoding scheme permits transmission of both isochronous and non-isochronous data over existing media, such as twisted pair, without degrading bandwidth previously achieved for non-isochronous data over the same media, such as using an Ethernet system. The arriving data is de-multiplexed at the hub into separate channels for handling the separate streams by appropriate hardware.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Negotiated Data Solutions LLC
    Inventors: Debra J. Worsley, Michael T. Werstlein, Richard W Thaik
  • Patent number: RE39217
    Abstract: A lubrication system for equipment (e.g. centrifugal pump) employing a rotating shaft and corresponding support bearings is disclosed. The lubrication system includes a lubricant dispenser having a plurality of blades or dispensing members pivotally attached thereto, the dispenser affixed to the shaft for rotation therewith. Centrifugal force created by rotation of the shaft to which the dispensing blades are attached causes the blades to extend radially outward from the shaft center during operation so as to dispense the lubricant throughout a lubricating or misting chamber in order to lubricate the adjacent bearings. The system is also advantageous in that the blades are permitted to pivot or flap downward toward the shaft in either direction so that the dispenser may be more easily inserted into the misting chamber during manufacturing of the device or replacement of the lubricating system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Environamics Corporation
    Inventor: Robert E. Rockwood
  • Patent number: RE39218
    Abstract: An anhydrous, water-resistant cosmetic composition comprising silicone-containing materials, fillers and pigments. This composition may be used as a make-up product or as a hair product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Myriam Mellul, Paul Thau, Paul Fehn, Carlos Pinzon
  • Patent number: RE39219
    Abstract: A novel growth arrest homeobox gene has been discovered and the nucleotide sequences have been determined in both the rat and the human. The expression of the novel homeobox gene inhibits vascular smooth muscle cell growth. The growth arrest homeobox gene hereinafter referred to as the “Gax gene” and its corresponding proteins are useful in the study of vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation and in the treatment of blood vessel diseases that result from excessive smooth muscle cell proliferation, particularly after balloon angioplasty.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Case Western Reserve University
    Inventors: David H. Gorski, Kenneth Walsh
  • Patent number: RE39220
    Abstract: A methodology that allows for highly efficient transfer and stable integration of DNA into both established eukaryotic cell lines and primary cells, including non-dividing cells such as human peripheral blood monocytes and macrophages, entails the use of a synthetic polypeptide comprised of a peptide domain which corresponds to a nuclear localization signal sequence and a DNA binding domain which is rich in basic amino acids, separated by a hinge region of neutral acid which prevents stearic interference between the two domains. A synthetic polypeptide that allows for highly efficient transfer of DNA into eukaryotic cells, including, for example, non-dividing cells such as human peripheral blood monocytes and macrophages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Genetic Applications, LLC
    Inventor: T. Venkat Gopal
  • Patent number: RE39221
    Abstract: This invention relates to a composition comprising a tramadol material and acetaminophen, and its use. As used herein tramadol refers to various forms of tramadol. The compositions are pharmacologically useful in treating pain and tussive conditions. The compositions are also subject to less opioid side-effects such as abuse liability, tolerance, constipation and respiratory depression. Furthermore, where the components of the compositions are within certain ratios the pharmacological effects of the compositions are superadditive (synergistic).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert B. Raffa, Jeffrey L. Vaught
  • Patent number: RE39222
    Abstract: A process for producing 2,6-dialkylnaphthalene from a hydrocarbon feedstock that contains at least one component selected from the group consisting of dialkylnaphthalene isomers, monoalkylnaphthalene isomers, polyalkylnaphthalenes, and naphthalene, is provided that includes the following steps: I. separating the hydrocarbon feedstock and/or a dealkylation product fed from step III into a naphthalene fraction, a monoalkylnaphthalene fraction, a dialkylnaphthalene fraction and a remaining products fraction; II. separating and purifying 2,6-dialkylnaphthalene from the dialkylnaphthalene fraction of step I; III. dealkylating the hydrocarbon feedstock and/or the remaining products fraction of step I and feeding the dealkylation product to step I; and IV. alkylating the naphthalene and monoalkylnaphthalene fractions of step I; wherein the hydrocarbon feedstock is fed to step I or step III.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignees: Kobe Steel, Ltd., Mobile Oil Corporation
    Inventors: Masahiro Motoyuki, Koji Yamamoto, Ajit Vishwanath Sapre, John Paul McWilliams, Susan Patricia Donnelly
  • Patent number: 7082616
    Abstract: To enhance comfort when kneeling down and working with knee pads. By sewing on the inside of knee pad four triangular pockets running somewhat parallel with pockets opposite of each other provides the mechanics of this invention. All four pockets contain all four corners of 4?5? approx. carpet scrap securely.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Michael John Murray
  • Patent number: 7082617
    Abstract: Provided is a protective garment, much like a bib having an outer surface and inner surface for disposition over a user's clothes. The bib comprises, a back panel having an upper and a lower edge, a pair of shoulder panels extending from the upper edge of the back panel, each shoulder panel having a medial end and a lateral end, a neck opening having a peripheral border defined by the upper edge of the back panel and respective medial ends of said shoulder panels, two chest panels, each having a medial and lateral side, depending from an associated shoulder panel in laterally spaced apart relation to one another, thereby defining a generally longitudinal opening therebetween, a fastener associated with at least one of the medial sides of the chest panels for releasably joining the chest panels together in overlapping fashion so that said generally longitudinal opening is closed releasably.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventors: Michael Poindexter, Connie Poindexter
  • Patent number: 7082618
    Abstract: A visored cap, such as a baseball cap, has the visor is formed with one or more openings through which air can pass from beneath the visor. The visor is provided with hinged flaps formed of two members to close the openings when no air is blowing the openings and pivotally open when air needs to be moved through the openings. The first member is sized to fit closely within the dimensions of the opening, while the second member is attached to the first member and is substantially larger than the first member to cover the opening. The second member is hinged to the visor for pivotal movement. The second member can be detachable from the first member to permit a substitution of a different imprinted logo on the second member. The hinge member is formed with side members to limit pivotal movement of the flap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Mark Muso
  • Patent number: 7082619
    Abstract: A device for adjusting and securing the bill of a cap in a user chosen arc having indicia on the top surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Roger G. Thompson
  • Patent number: 7082620
    Abstract: A head protective device incorporating a sweat band bandana having a front portion secured to a head protective device and the rear portion bandana unsecured. The bandana in the first position has the free ends of the bandana overlapping and stored withthin the head encircling member of the head protective device although the ends may also extend down for tying. A second position has the bandana extending downwardly from the head protective device and the bandana has the free ends tied behind the head for the purpose of securing the head protective device against accidental removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: GWB, Inc.
    Inventor: Donald J. Rongione
  • Patent number: 7082621
    Abstract: A thigh pad protector that includes superiorly connected and individually ventilated pad protectors for the anterior (front) and lateral (side) of the thigh. The anterior thigh protector portion is constructed to fit into an inside pocket in the garment normally worn outside the protector (such as a pair of football pants or athletic girdle). The fixation of the anterior thigh protector portion within the inside pocket of the garment provides support to both the anterior thigh protector portion and the superiorly connected lateral thigh protector portion about the thigh. The fact that the two distinct thigh protectors are connected only at their superior (upper) ends allows the protectors to conform to the natural curvature of the thighs with normal garment compression and to remain in conformity with the legs through the full range of muscular motion (contraction and relaxation) without constriction or decreased mobility.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Gary R. Fratesi
  • Patent number: 7082622
    Abstract: A belt buckle has a main body of any desired shape with a rear surface having a belt holding loop and a tang and a front surface with a spinning element rotatably held on a pin in a recess formed in the main body. The main body has indicia held on a surface whereby when the spinning element is spun it will stop and point to one of the indicia. A coordinated belt may be attached to the rear surface of the main body and may have a number of openings formed in rows along its length to allow one or more pegs to be selectively moved along the belt to indicate the results of a game played by spinning the spinning element in the belt buckle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: John N. Olander
  • Patent number: 7082623
    Abstract: An impact absorbing protective gear for protecting an area of the wearer's body includes a pad, which is configured to generally conform to the area of the wearer's body, and a fluid containing body. The pad includes an inner surface and an outer surface, with the inner surface for facing the area of the wearer's body. The pad is formed from a resilient energy-absorbing material wherein the outer surface flexes inwardly when impacted by a force applied to the outer surface. The inner surface includes at least one recessed portion. The fluid containing body is located in the recessed portion and has a volume less than the volume of the recessed portion wherein the fluid containing body can deform in the recessed portion upon impact from the force to thereby increase the amount of energy absorbed by the protective gear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Vital Spot, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert D Johnson, Charles E Sereff
  • Patent number: 7082624
    Abstract: A water-separating apparatus for toilet tank bridges a toilet tank and a water supply includes a concentric tube, a distributing tube and a solenoid valve. The concentric tube has a large tube containing a small tube, and an inlet connecting to the water supply and an outlet connecting to the distributing tube. The solenoid valve is connected to an inlet of the small tube of the concentric tube. The distributing tube has a large tube containing a small tube, and an inlet connecting to the concentric tube and an outlet connecting to a tube of the toilet tank. The concentric tube can divide the water supply to a plurality of water flows to meet multiple water supply requirements of the toilet tank and simplify the piping configuration outside the toilet tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Flushtech Corporation
    Inventor: Chih-Chen Yen
  • Patent number: 7082625
    Abstract: A spa includes a housing having a tub for holding water, and a retractable entertainment unit having a display. The housing includes an upper portion having a seal surface extending around the tub. The entertainment unit is reasonably retractable through an opening in the upper surface and movable between a) a retracted position wherein the display is hidden from view and a top of the entertainment unit is disposed below and laterally outward from the seal surface, and b) an extended position wherein the top is raised above the seal surface and the display is visible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Saratoga Spa & Bath, Inc.
    Inventor: Wesley O. Cox
  • Patent number: 7082626
    Abstract: A roman tub faucet with a hand shower diverter mechanism integral to the tub spout. The diverter mechanism is especially suited for applications where service access to only the outer tub finished surface is practical. The faucet eliminates the need to remove panel or tile portions from the tub area for diverter mechanism service or replacement. The faucet also eliminates the need for an additional installation hole that is required for roman tub faucets with a separate diverter mechanism and tub spout.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Newfrey LLC
    Inventors: Alston E. Williams, Scott C. Baker, Indalecio Ortega
  • Patent number: 7082627
    Abstract: An emergency shower system for attachment to a water pipe located behind a wall and a valve mounted to the pipe. The system includes a frame mounted to the wall around the valve, a panel connected to the frame for covering an opening in the wall to expose the valve, the panel having an opening, a plate mounted to the panel to close the panel opening and a handle mounted to the plate. The system also includes a linkage pivotally connected to the plate and to the valve, such that vertical movement of the handle and plate are translated to rotational movement by the linkage so as to operate the valve. There are no openings apparent in the front of the shower system. The handle only moves vertically and at a constant distance of about one and a half inches from the wall. An eye/face wash station may be included with the shower. The eye/face wash station includes a pull down tray with two spray nozzles. The nozzles are connected to another valve which is opened by the rotation of the pull down tray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: ENCON Safety Products Inc.
    Inventors: James Ellis Marrs, Robert James Johnson
  • Patent number: 7082628
    Abstract: A disposable solid waste detainment plumbing trap. The trap has a container for collecting water and solid waste discharged from a sink through a line threadably connected to an inlet of the container, and for discharging water through an outlet threadably connected to a waste line. It has a lid which seals the container, and a valve for venting either air or water from the container, to relieve the pressure of air trapped in the container. Using this disposable trap, solid waste from a sink can be quickly and easily collected and disposed of without spilling of or contact with water or the solid waste.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventors: John Bellecci, John F. Gleason
  • Patent number: 7082629
    Abstract: A hammock stand is described that can be assembled from a plurality of tubular members. The tubular members are of similar dimensions and to some extent interchangeable. This allows the stand, in disassembled form to be contained in a relatively small box for shipping and storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Hatteras Hammocks, Inc.
    Inventor: Walter George Clark
  • Patent number: 7082630
    Abstract: A siderail support mechanism comprises a bottom cross-member having a first lower pivot and a second lower pivot, a first support arm and a second support arm. The first support arm includes a first upper pivot shaft and a first lower pivot shaft, the first upper pivot shaft being configured to pivotally attach to the siderail at a first upper pivot and the first lower pivot shaft configured to pivotally attach to the first lower pivot of the bottom cross-member. The first upper pivot includes an oblong slot. The second support arm includes a second upper pivot shaft having a locking cog for locking the siderail in a deployed position. A release handle is centrally positioned on the siderail to enable one-handed operation in disengaging the locking mechanism and lowering the siderail to a stowed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Stryker Corporation
    Inventors: Pascal Castonguay, Marco Morin
  • Patent number: 7082631
    Abstract: A cover and patient restraint for use with a radiologic imaging table having an upper surface on which a patient may lie, the cover having a central section corresponding generally to the length and width of the patient supporting surface of the table and a width substantially greater than that of the supporting surface so the opposite sides of the cover form flaps which extend beyond and depend from the upper surface of the table to prevent the collection on the table surface of liquids. The cover includes a pad of cushioning material inboard of the flaps to enhance the comfort of a patient lying on the cover. Restraining straps are coupled to anchor strips extending longitudinally of the cover adjacent opposite sides of the pad so as to enable the straps to be placed in overlying relation to the patient in any selected one of a large number of adjusted positions. The cover is encapsulated in a pliable, washable, radiologic inert coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Contour Fabricators, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael W. Czop
  • Patent number: 7082632
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a collapsible, convertible, extendable, traction-providing, portable stretcher/body splint type rescue device for use generally in emergency rescue field situations and having three main parts: a top or head portion, a middle or body portion, and an optional bottom or foot portion, all of which are formed from radiolucent material. The rescue device of the present invention further includes a head gear portion that is slidably adjustable, can provide dynamic cervical traction in the field, and is positioned on, yet easily removable from, the top or head portion. There is also padding on the top and middle portions which is removable, as well as a plurality of restraining devices such as webs, gores, straps and flaps to immobilize a victim on the rescue device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Thomas W. Hood
  • Patent number: 7082633
    Abstract: A pillow adapted for supporting the head of a user. In some embodiments, the pillow can have a visco-elastic body having a center portion elevated with respect to adjacent lateral side portions, each of which can have a recess. The recess can have a concave shape in both lateral and forward/rearward directions of the pillow, can extend and be open to the front and/or lateral sides of the pillow, and can be positioned and shaped to lie beneath the face of a user whose head is at least partially supported by the center portion of the body. Also, the center portion of the pillow can be separated from the laterally adjacent recesses by arcuate-shaped boundaries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Tempur World, LLC
    Inventor: Kirsten Maarbjerg
  • Patent number: 7082634
    Abstract: A dividable mattress for use in providing separation between the bedmates of a bed. The dividable mattress has two dividers and two parallel slots running substantially from the head to the foot of the mattress. Each divider may be selectively deployed by extending the divider bottom within one of the slots when separation of the bedmates is desired. The dividable mattress may also be used as an ordinary undivided mattress when the dividers are removed from their slots, and the slots are hidden by a flap which extends along the length of the slot and which may be secured to the top surface of the mattress with fastening material. When the dividers are not deployed, the dividable mattress looks substantially identical to an undivided mattress.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventors: Terence Hinds, Gloria Hinds
  • Patent number: 7082635
    Abstract: Three-dimensional unitized thermoplastic foam structures are made by thermoplastic welding of different foam components. The unitized foam structures may include a planar base to which other foam components are welded to project from the base and provide a flexible three-dimensional structure. The thermal bonding or welding of the thermoplastic foam components creates a unitized structure which is both flexible and load bearing. For mattress and seating applications, the welded foam structures may be combined with an innerspring, and certain of the foam components of the structure may mechanically engage parts of the innerspring. The preferred foam deck has first and second panels interconnected by one or more webs. One or more foam decks may be employed. Other foam components may be attached to the foam decks or other components. The utilized foam structures can be employed as single or double-sided mattresses, seating structures or other flexible support structures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Sealy Technology LLC
    Inventors: Bruce G. Barman, Larry DeMoss
  • Patent number: 7082636
    Abstract: A bladed spoke wrench device used to retain the orientation of a bladed bicycle spoke to prevent unnecessary torsional displacements from being applied to the spoke during spoke tensioning and adjustment. The bladed spoke wrench includes two spoke retention slots of different widths to accommodate the most common bladed spoke thicknesses. The spoke retention slots extend both through the thickness of the tool on both sides and along one face of the tool, allowing the user to orient the tool in any of several ways that the user finds comfortable and efficient during use. The tool also includes one or more hook shaped areas that are adapted to open a bottle and further includes an opening at one end that defines a ring useful for attachment of the bladed spoke wrench to a peg on a tool board, a key ring or other hook.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Trek Bicycle Corporation
    Inventors: Damon Rinard, David Blomme, Jeffrey Bogstad
  • Patent number: 7082637
    Abstract: A multi-section ramp hinged longitudinally end-to-end uncurls from a portable mode into an arc of hinged sections in open, or operational mode, each adjacent section pair limited in opening rotation at less than 180 degrees as adjacent section ends come into abutment. In its folded position, more upper ramp sections nest in respective adjacent next lower ramp sections, in a stacked nesting configuration resulting in a tightly compact, mobile unit easily storable in a small volume and transported by hand. Each section comprises a runway in the form of a plate with vertical panels on each runway lateral side extending downward from the runway and with vertical end members on each runway longitudinal end, forming an inverted open box. Longitudinal strengthening ribs run between end members and pass into aligned slots in more inner runway sections upon ramp folding so inner sections can nest more within the larger sections without impacting the ribs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Stephen S. Griffin
  • Patent number: 7082638
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an electromotive toothbrush and more particularly, to an electromotive toothbrush, comprising upper and lower tooth covers surrounding and covering upper and lower teeth, respectively, and having bristles formed at a surface contacting the teeth; a first driving rod combined with a surface of the upper and lower tooth covers where there are no bristles; a second driving rod combined with a left side of a surface of the upper and lower tooth covers where there are bristles; a third driving rod combined with a left side of a surface of the upper and lower tooth covers where there are bristles; a plurality of sensors independently sensing positions of the first, second, and third driving rods; reciprocation means driving the first driving rod and the second and third driving rods in opposite directions to move the upper and lower tooth covers in opposite directions and thereby clean the teeth, the reciprocation means driven by power supplied from a motor, in response to position
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Kyung-Yong Koh
  • Patent number: 7082639
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved mechanical coupling for rapidly adjusting the elevation of a working edge portion of a tool which working edge portion is subject to wear that decreases the effective length of the working edge portion. In one embodiment, the bristles of a drum-type brush comprise the working edge portion. Once the working edge is properly adjusted with respect to a work surface, the amount of downforce imparted by the working edge and the pattern of the working edge on a work surface are maximized. In use an operator compares the length of the working edge to a first indicia set displayed adjacent the working edge and adjusts the elevation of the working edge with reference to a second indicia set which corresponds to the first indicia set. Surface maintenance vehicles which support an adjustable height tool with a working edge that wears down may utilize the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Tennant Company
    Inventor: Karl R. Hansen
  • Patent number: 7082640
    Abstract: A vacuum cleaning machine has a cannister with an inlet port and at least two outlet ports. At least two filters are disposed inside of the cannister, one in pneumatic communication through each of the outlet ports. At least two valves are disposed outside of the cannister. Each valve is in pneumatic communication between a vacuum source and an outlet port so as to permit air to be drawn by the vacuum source from the inlet port simultaneously through the filters. A controller operates the valves to switch the filters from the vacuum source to ambient air so as to permit ambient air to be sequentially intermittently drawn through corresponding valves and filters into the cannister. Preferably, the controller includes a timing mechanism for setting the delay time of the sequential valve operation and a timing mechanism for setting the intermittent time of connection of each filter to ambient air.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Christy, Inc.
    Inventor: David L. McCutchen
  • Patent number: 7082641
    Abstract: A transport device comprises a replaceable telescoping handle. Replacement is achieved by including a release and retaining mechanism in a base to which the telescoping handle is installed. A user can obtain a replacement telescoping handle, release and remove a broken telescoping handle using the release and retaining mechanism, and then install the replacement telescoping handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Dong-In Entech Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: In-Soo Jung, Byung Ki Choi
  • Patent number: 7082642
    Abstract: A hinge for anchoring and folding on a small pintle which has a diameter between 3 and 7.9 mm to form a stepless swiveling and anchoring by increasing the friction resistant force to counter the torque. It includes a maneuvering structure which has a rotary member and an anchor member that form a rotational displacement on the contact surfaces therebetween that can be swiveled and anchored in a stepless manner and latched on a fixed location for closing. A braking structure is provided that has braking elements and washers to increase the friction resistant forces so that the small pintle has adequate friction resistant forces to anchor a display device after unfolding. The maneuvering structure has anchor elements and retaining troughs of different sizes that cannot be coupled with each other when the display device is unfolded and swiveled to 180 degrees to maintain the original friction resistant forces so that the display device may be anchored at any angle after unfolded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Sinher Technology Inc.
    Inventor: Ding-Hone Su
  • Patent number: 7082643
    Abstract: A hinge has a spacer assembly, a rotating device, a pivot shaft and a nut. The rotating device is mounted on a display screen, and the pivot shaft is mounted on a base. The present invention provides a convenience of the screen being foldable parallel to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Shin Zu Shing Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Sheng-Nan Lu, Hsiang-Chi Chien
  • Patent number: 7082644
    Abstract: A handle extension for rotating a crank handle includes an elongate shaft having a first end and a second end. A member with a receptacle for engaging the crank handle is mounted at the first end of the shaft. When the second end of the shaft is grasped and a rotational force imparted to the shaft, the crank handle is caused to rotate. This handle extension is useful with crank handle operated ceiling mounted ventilation openings commonly found in recreational vehicles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Victor Senner
  • Patent number: 7082645
    Abstract: The invention is directed to method and apparatus for blending fibers. In one aspect, the apparatus comprises blending apparatus for blending fibers of different materials, at least one of which is absorbent, and for conveying the blended fibers to a fiber collection station. A first weighing apparatus weighs out a first quantity of first fibers at a first weigh station. A second weighing apparatus weighs out a quantity of second fibers at a second weigh station. The first and second quantities of fibers are conveyed to a blend opener having a beater roll rotatable in the blend opener. The beater roll opens and mixes the fibers. The fibers are entrained in an air stream by a pneumatic conveyor system and conveyed to a fine opener. The fine opener has a rotatable clothing roll to further open and mix the fibers. The pneumatic conveyor system is operable to separate fiber fines from longer fibers and to deliver the longer fibers to said fine opener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: James J. Hlaban, Scott D. Dobslaw, Daniel J. Heuer, Michael K. Lewis, Stephen L. Nunn, Thomas P. Keenan, Richard W. Kubalek, Dale J. Fischer, Moshe Saraf
  • Patent number: 7082646
    Abstract: An apparatus for on card cleaning and grinding of revolving flats (4) in a carding machine is disclosed. The apparatus mounts an interchangeable rotary cleaning brush (14) or grinding wheel (16) on a wheel drive (11) so that the wheel can be spun around an axis lateral to the path of the revolving flats (4). During a carding operation the height of the cleaning brush (14) is accurately adjusted by a precision feeding mechanism so that the brush cleans down to the surface of the revolving flats of the revolving flats (4) and so cleans and polishes the wires (4b) and the fouling which commonly accumulates beneath the points (4c) of the wires. The brush (14) can readily be replaced by a grinding wheel with a peripheral grinding surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: The Indian Card Clothing Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Mehul Kunjbihari Trivedi, Bankim Ishwarlal Mistry, Ashok Kumar Pal
  • Patent number: 7082647
    Abstract: The body of a snap-hook for carrying accessories is equipped with a guard lug attached to the top part and extending facing the lateral branch opposite the finger so as to define a groove designed to be inserted on a support element, in particular a belt, to achieve immobilization of the snap-hook.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Zedel
    Inventors: Alain Maurice, Paul Petzl, Anne Bauvois
  • Patent number: 7082648
    Abstract: An air/water-tight slide fastener has an end stop. The end stop has a flange portion extending therearoud. At least part of the flange is extensive enough to be integrally fixed to the opening edges of an opening formed in an article. Since the flange portion is firmly clamped by and between the air/water-tight fastener tape and the opening edges of the opening of the article; when the air/water-tight slide fastener is folded on itself; the excessive bending stresses exerted directly on the air/water-tight fastener tape is relaxed or mitigated. The air/water-tight fastener tape is thus prevented from being peeled off at that position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: YKK Corporation
    Inventors: Koitsu Morioka, Nobuhiro Ichikawa
  • Patent number: 7082649
    Abstract: In a Y bar for forming coupling elements, an opening angle of a pair of right and left leg parts is narrower than that of the ordinary ones. Plural bent portions, which are bent inward, are formed successively in an extending direction of the leg parts in a range from a crotch part toward pawl parts at front ends of the leg parts. The gap between the pawl parts are narrowed gradually from proximal ends to front ends thereof. Bulging portions are provided on outer side surfaces of the crotch part. Thus, the stabilization of the posture of a metallic coupling element, which is obtained by cutting the Y bar, at the time of mounting, strength of the coupling element and stabilization of the mounting posture of the coupling element to the fastener tape can be improved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: YKK Corporation
    Inventors: Toshio Aoki, Kunio Miyazaki, Manami Oono
  • Patent number: 7082650
    Abstract: A snap fit mechanism has an elastic tongue provided on a base of the mechanism. On the tip of the tongue is provided an engaging claw that has an engaging inclined face. A far end of the engaging inclined face from the base is arranged so as to be located between the outside face of the elastic tongue and the centerline C in a longitudinal direction of the elastic tongue. Further, on the tip of the elastic tongue is provided an engagement-maintaining inclined face which gives an outward load to the elastic tongue on receiving an accidental load thereon so as to reduce the inward elastic deformation of the elastic tongue, thereby preventing the accidental release of the engagement of the tongue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventors: Yoshifumi Awakura, Kazutoshi Taniguchi, Hideaki Kikuchi
  • Patent number: 7082651
    Abstract: A clasp for jewelry includes a body, a pin insertable into the body, a stopper engaging to the pin having been inserted into the body to keep the pin engaged to the body, and a releaser releasing the pin from the body. The releaser and the stopper are arranged to the body through a single part disposed in the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Seberu Pico Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tomoyasu Ninomiya
  • Patent number: 7082652
    Abstract: A clasp particularly for a cord or lace. The clasp can be used in connection with shoe laces or tightening cords for various garments, for example. The clasp has a male portion and a female portion having mutual connecting structures. Each of the male and female portions has a structure for connecting to an associated end of the cord/lace, and the male and female portions have complementary guiding structures so as to facilitate their engagement/disengagement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Salomon S.A.
    Inventors: Julie St-Louis, James Burress
  • Patent number: 7082653
    Abstract: A unique combination of a picture frame for displaying a visual image of the deceased person along with a preferably tubular storage container which holds a quantity of the cremation remains of the deceased person within the perimeter structure of the picture frame itself. A hollow groove is formed into the picture frame perimeter into which the hollow storage container, preferably in the form of a closed rectangular loop, may be inserted and secured before or after being filled with the cremated ashes. A viewing port of those ashes within a hollow transparent segment of the storage container may also be provided. Alternately, a separate cremation ashes storage frame attachable to the back side of a conventional picture frame is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Brent E. Sueppel
  • Patent number: 7082654
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of forming a nonwoven fabric, which exhibits a plurality of three-dimensional images whereby the fabric is comprised of at least a first and second three-dimensional image that are dissimilar from one another. The three-dimensional images may be imparted into the fabric in a co-planar arrangement, multi-planar arrangement, or by utilizing both arrangements within the same fabric. Further, the present invention contemplates a fabric comprised of a plurality of three-dimensional images which can provide the fabric with various physical and/or aesthetic performances.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Polymer Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerry Snider, Andrew Delaney, Nick Carter, Cheryl Carlson, Julie Thompson, Jennifer Mayhorn
  • Patent number: 7082655
    Abstract: A transducer having a ceramic element in which the ceramic is elevated above a polymer and a method of manufacturing the transducer. The transducer comprises a piezo-composite element comprising a ceramic element embedded in epoxy. In an array, the ceramic elements may be in the form of posts. The plurality of ceramic elements is slightly elevated above the polymer and in staggered arrangement with the polymer. The element is manufactured by first grinding the face of the composite and removing damaged ceramic by acid etching the ceramic. The epoxy is removed by plasma etching so that the ceramic is above the epoxy. The composite is sputter plated so that a maximum temperature that could damage the plating is not exceeded. The ceramic is then poled so that a maximum temperature that could damage the plating is not exceeded. Contacts are then attached to the plating adjacent the ceramic.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: GE Inspection Technologies, LP
    Inventors: Kelley E. Yetter, Leslie B. Nye
  • Patent number: 7082656
    Abstract: A tool for beveling the end of a pipe is comprised of a hollow, tubular body having a central, longitudinal axis of rotation, an inboard coupling end, and an opposite outboard working end. A plurality of longitudinally spaced, transversely directed latching pin bores of equal size are defined through the wall of the tubular body. A core member is disposed coaxially within the tubular body. The core member includes a beveling cutter head and a longitudinal stem having a radially inwardly directed, circumferential latch position groove. A transversely oriented latching pin is engaged in a selected one of the latching pin bores in the body and with the latch position groove of the core stem. This allows alternative selection of each of the latch position bores for insertion of the latching pin. The particular bore selected determines the longitudinal position of the core stem latch position groove within the body that will be aligned with the latching pin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventors: C. Warren Duncan, Bill Glynn, Bruce Root
  • Patent number: 7082657
    Abstract: An automatic suction and repelling device for rivet gun, which comprises a body and a handle, and the intake passages thereof are in communication each other; the rear center of the body is furnished with a regulation ring and a used-nail cylinder; the regulation ring can be adjusted to move by means of screwing so as to adjust the volume of pressure air to enter the body, and to adjust the vacuum suction force in the used-nail pipe; during rivet-pulling work, the rivet gun can automatically suck in, and can suck a used nail into the used-nail cylinder upon the rivet-pulling work done.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Yu-Ching Lin