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16,000 | 16,000 | 14,657,293 | 3,732 | A support shirt is provided with round sleeve holes located on a front portion of the shirt body and a notched sleeve design which spreads the stress on the fabric during lifting along the length of the sleeves as opposed to prior art shirt designs in which stress occurs in the very narrow chest plate of the shirt and ... | 1. A support shirt comprising a shirt body and a pair of shirt body sleeves positioned adjacent to an upper portion of said support shirt body, said sleeves attached to said shirt body at round sleeve body holes located on the front of said shirt body, each of said sleeves having a first end adapted to be attached to a... | A support shirt is provided with round sleeve holes located on a front portion of the shirt body and a notched sleeve design which spreads the stress on the fabric during lifting along the length of the sleeves as opposed to prior art shirt designs in which stress occurs in the very narrow chest plate of the shirt and ... | 3,700 |
16,001 | 16,001 | 13,903,050 | 3,793 | A docking-station useful for providing a neonate predefined, continuous, stabilized and non-interrupted life-support environmental conditions, comprising of: (i) a neonate incubator, having at least one first opening and a life support system, and (ii) an imaging-device, having a scanning chamber with at least one seco... | 1. A docking-station 100 useful for providing a neonate 300 a predefined, continuous, stabilized and non-interrupted, life-support environmental conditions, comprising of:
a) a neonate incubator 110, having at least one first opening 170 and a life support system 180 and
b) an imaging-device 210, having a scanning cham... | A docking-station useful for providing a neonate predefined, continuous, stabilized and non-interrupted life-support environmental conditions, comprising of: (i) a neonate incubator, having at least one first opening and a life support system, and (ii) an imaging-device, having a scanning chamber with at least one seco... | 3,700 |
16,002 | 16,002 | 13,796,555 | 3,791 | System and method of all-night sleep management integrates the sleep cycle into the wake cycle with the result that the individual's sense of wholeness and overall well-being is promoted and improved day-in-day-out. In different embodiments, the system and method of all-night sleep management provides audio that a medi... | 1. Apparatus for use in an all-night sleep management system, comprising:
media for play on a media player that is part of said all-night sleep management system that when played on the media player has a duration that corresponds to the duration of the overall awake-to-sleep-to-wake-up-refreshed sleep cycle of a prede... | System and method of all-night sleep management integrates the sleep cycle into the wake cycle with the result that the individual's sense of wholeness and overall well-being is promoted and improved day-in-day-out. In different embodiments, the system and method of all-night sleep management provides audio that a medi... | 3,700 |
16,003 | 16,003 | 13,510,688 | 3,762 | A lighting control switch harness includes a plurality of elements each including a body for a respective gas tap, one or more light sources, and a printed circuit. A first switch includes a first member couplable to a mobile stem of the gas tap for integrally rotating therewith and taking contacts of the first switch ... | 1. A lighting control switch harness for burners of a cooking range comprising a plurality of elements connected to one another and each comprising: a body couplable in use to a respective gas tap and closed by a cover at least partially pervious to light; a printed circuit underneath the cover and carrying one or more... | A lighting control switch harness includes a plurality of elements each including a body for a respective gas tap, one or more light sources, and a printed circuit. A first switch includes a first member couplable to a mobile stem of the gas tap for integrally rotating therewith and taking contacts of the first switch ... | 3,700 |
16,004 | 16,004 | 14,908,751 | 3,741 | A combustor panel an increased cooling holes provided at at least one of a pair of circumferential edges, a leading edge, a trailing edge or a hole circumference. The increase may be defined as a reduction in spacing or an increase in density. In another feature, holes at the circumferential edges may extend outwardly ... | 1. A combustor for use in a gas turbine engine comprising:
a panel with first cooling holes extending through said panel, said first cooling holes communicating with an inner face of said panel to deliver cooling air to said inner face of said panel, and an outer shell attached to said panel, said outer shell having se... | A combustor panel an increased cooling holes provided at at least one of a pair of circumferential edges, a leading edge, a trailing edge or a hole circumference. The increase may be defined as a reduction in spacing or an increase in density. In another feature, holes at the circumferential edges may extend outwardly ... | 3,700 |
16,005 | 16,005 | 15,384,361 | 3,746 | A fan system includes a motor, a rotatable hub, and a plurality of fan blades. The motor is coupled with the hub by a hollow drive shaft, such that the drive system of the fan system is gearless. The motor is controlled by a PFC-based control module, which is in communication with sensors that are configured to sense p... | 1. A fan system, wherein the fan system comprises:
(a) a hub, wherein the hub is configured to rotate; (b) a plurality of fan blades mounted to the hub; (c) a motor, wherein the motor is in communication with the hub, wherein the motor is operable to rotate the hub; (d) a motor control module in communication with the ... | A fan system includes a motor, a rotatable hub, and a plurality of fan blades. The motor is coupled with the hub by a hollow drive shaft, such that the drive system of the fan system is gearless. The motor is controlled by a PFC-based control module, which is in communication with sensors that are configured to sense p... | 3,700 |
16,006 | 16,006 | 14,789,295 | 3,741 | A gas turbine engine compressor stage includes a rotor. Compressor blades are supported by the rotor. The blades include an inner flow path surface each supporting an airfoil that has a chord that extends radially along a span to a tip. A shroud is supported at the tip and provides an outer flow path surface. The shrou... | 1. A gas turbine engine compressor stage comprising:
a rotor; compressor blades supported by the rotor, the blades include an inner flow path surface each supporting an airfoil that has a chord extending radially along a span to a tip, a shroud supported at the tip and providing an outer flow path surface, wherein the ... | A gas turbine engine compressor stage includes a rotor. Compressor blades are supported by the rotor. The blades include an inner flow path surface each supporting an airfoil that has a chord that extends radially along a span to a tip. A shroud is supported at the tip and provides an outer flow path surface. The shrou... | 3,700 |
16,007 | 16,007 | 14,566,800 | 3,775 | A retractor system for use in medical procedures is connectable to a head fixation device. The retractor system includes a support assembly and an accessory that is mountable thereto. The support assembly is coupled with the head fixation device such that a position of the support assembly is adjustable relative to the... | 1. A surgical retractor system for use in a medical procedure wherein the surgical retractor system comprises:
(a) a first rod; (b) a second rod; (c) a first coupling assembly operable to selectively and adjustably couple the first rod with a stabilization device, wherein the first coupling assembly defines a first axi... | A retractor system for use in medical procedures is connectable to a head fixation device. The retractor system includes a support assembly and an accessory that is mountable thereto. The support assembly is coupled with the head fixation device such that a position of the support assembly is adjustable relative to the... | 3,700 |
16,008 | 16,008 | 14,551,881 | 3,752 | An adjustable spray nozzle with adjustable arc of coverage as well as spray elevation angle and flow rate. A very simple adjustable arc of coverage spray nozzle configuration is also disclosed which may be easily assembled for a particular precipitation rate and/or range of coverage at a selected nominal pressure. Also... | 1. An adjustable spray elevation angle nozzle assembly comprising:
a housing having an inlet attachable to a source of pressurized water and an outlet for dispensing a stream of water; an adjustable flow control element including a moveable spray elevation angle setting member in the path of the stream of water that is... | An adjustable spray nozzle with adjustable arc of coverage as well as spray elevation angle and flow rate. A very simple adjustable arc of coverage spray nozzle configuration is also disclosed which may be easily assembled for a particular precipitation rate and/or range of coverage at a selected nominal pressure. Also... | 3,700 |
16,009 | 16,009 | 14,976,055 | 3,799 | An example embodiment of an apparatus includes a housing with an opening at a first end and a plurality of holes at a second end, a plurality of hollow tubes attached to the plurality of holes, a plurality of containers removably attached to the hollow tubes, and a plurality of elastic fasteners, each elastic fastener ... | 1. An apparatus for filling a plurality of balloons with a fluid, the apparatus comprising:
a fitting configured to couple to a fluid supply; and a plurality of branch assemblies extending from the fitting, each branch assembly comprising:
a tube coupled to the fitting at a first end of the tube;
a balloon removably co... | An example embodiment of an apparatus includes a housing with an opening at a first end and a plurality of holes at a second end, a plurality of hollow tubes attached to the plurality of holes, a plurality of containers removably attached to the hollow tubes, and a plurality of elastic fasteners, each elastic fastener ... | 3,700 |
16,010 | 16,010 | 14,294,521 | 3,791 | A method is used to determine motion of an examination region of a patient. It is based on the use of a flat antenna arrangement, including at least one transmit unit and several receive units, as well as on the use of the transmit unit actuated by a control signal for the transmission of radar signals in the direction... | 1. A method to determine motion of an examination region of a patient using a flat antenna arrangement, comprising at least one transmit unit and several receive units, the method comprising:
transmitting radar signals in a direction of the examination region using the at least one transmit unit actuated by a control s... | A method is used to determine motion of an examination region of a patient. It is based on the use of a flat antenna arrangement, including at least one transmit unit and several receive units, as well as on the use of the transmit unit actuated by a control signal for the transmission of radar signals in the direction... | 3,700 |
16,011 | 16,011 | 14,442,895 | 3,723 | The setting tool ( 1 ) has a first part ( 2 ) for driving in a drop-in anchor and a second part ( 3 ), placeable on the first part along an axis ( 8 ), for drilling a drill hole for the drop-in anchor. The first part ( 2 ) has an insertion end ( 5 ) for a percussive portable power tool, a plunger ( 6 ) having an impact... | 1-8. (canceled) 9. A setting tool comprising:
a first part for driving a drop-in anchor; and a second part placeable on the first part along an axis for drilling a borehole for the drop-in anchor, the first part having a shank for a percussive portable power tool, a plunger including an impact surface and a rotary coup... | The setting tool ( 1 ) has a first part ( 2 ) for driving in a drop-in anchor and a second part ( 3 ), placeable on the first part along an axis ( 8 ), for drilling a drill hole for the drop-in anchor. The first part ( 2 ) has an insertion end ( 5 ) for a percussive portable power tool, a plunger ( 6 ) having an impact... | 3,700 |
16,012 | 16,012 | 13,530,322 | 3,771 | A compression and kink resistant tubular implant for nerve repair. The implant includes a tubular biopolymeric membrane and a polymeric supporting filament. Also provided is a shaped compression resistant implant for ridge augmentation in dental surgery. Methods for producing the implants are also provided. | 1. A compression and kink resistant implant for nerve repair, comprising a tubular biopolymeric membrane and a polymeric filament, the tubular biopolymeric membrane having an outer surface and being biocompatible, resorbable, and semipermeable, the polymeric filament being helical and located on the outer surface of th... | A compression and kink resistant tubular implant for nerve repair. The implant includes a tubular biopolymeric membrane and a polymeric supporting filament. Also provided is a shaped compression resistant implant for ridge augmentation in dental surgery. Methods for producing the implants are also provided.1. A compres... | 3,700 |
16,013 | 16,013 | 14,535,123 | 3,715 | Methods, systems, and apparatus for performing a work-driven game are described. A work event may be obtained. A gaming asset based on the work event may be awarded. A class of the gaming asset may be selected based on the work event. | 1. An apparatus for performing a work-driven game, the apparatus comprising:
a processor; and memory to store instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to:
obtain a work event; and
award a gaming asset based on the work event. 2. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising instructions tha... | Methods, systems, and apparatus for performing a work-driven game are described. A work event may be obtained. A gaming asset based on the work event may be awarded. A class of the gaming asset may be selected based on the work event.1. An apparatus for performing a work-driven game, the apparatus comprising:
a process... | 3,700 |
16,014 | 16,014 | 14,049,453 | 3,781 | Methods, devices and systems provide information regarding fluid capacity of a patient before, during or after surgeries in which hemodilution may be a concern, such as CPB, rather than providing only information regarding hematocrit levels. The fluid capacity of the patient may be displayed to allow a health care prov... | 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:
receiving input regarding weight of a patient; receiving input regarding hematocrit of blood of the patient; setting a low hematocrit low limit for the patient; and calculating, based on the input regarding the weight of the patient and the input regarding the hematocrit of ... | Methods, devices and systems provide information regarding fluid capacity of a patient before, during or after surgeries in which hemodilution may be a concern, such as CPB, rather than providing only information regarding hematocrit levels. The fluid capacity of the patient may be displayed to allow a health care prov... | 3,700 |
16,015 | 16,015 | 14,372,098 | 3,763 | The present invention relates to a condenser for condensing gasses. The condenser comprises: an inner tube ( 1 ) having a bore ( 3 ) therethrough; an outer tube ( 2 ) having a bore ( 8 ) therethrough and two ends, the inner tube ( 1 ) passing through the bore of the outer tube ( 2 ); and a seal ( 15, 16 ) at each end o... | 1. An air-cooled gas condenser for condensing gasses and vapours, comprising:
an inner tube having a bore therethrough; an outer tube having a bore therethrough and two ends, the inner tube passing through the bore of the outer tube; and a seal at each end of the outer tube, sealing the outer tube to the inner tube so ... | The present invention relates to a condenser for condensing gasses. The condenser comprises: an inner tube ( 1 ) having a bore ( 3 ) therethrough; an outer tube ( 2 ) having a bore ( 8 ) therethrough and two ends, the inner tube ( 1 ) passing through the bore of the outer tube ( 2 ); and a seal ( 15, 16 ) at each end o... | 3,700 |
16,016 | 16,016 | 14,512,843 | 3,735 | A packaging container for a car floor mat including: a main body; at least one post member extending from the main body for supporting the car floor mat, and a securing arrangement releasably secured to the post member, the car floor mat being retained on the post member when the securing arrangement is secured to the ... | 1. A packaging container for a car floor mat including: a main body; at least one post member extending from the main body for supporting the car floor mat; and a securing arrangement releasably secured to the post member, the car floor mat being supported and retained on the post member when the securing arrangement i... | A packaging container for a car floor mat including: a main body; at least one post member extending from the main body for supporting the car floor mat, and a securing arrangement releasably secured to the post member, the car floor mat being retained on the post member when the securing arrangement is secured to the ... | 3,700 |
16,017 | 16,017 | 13,412,471 | 3,732 | An item of footwear having an interchangeable sole system, midsoles for such an item of footwear, and related methods for making such midsoles, including a receptacle incorporated in the midsole wherein a portion of the receptacle is configured to complement an engageable element of a sole unit so that a bidirectional ... | 1. An interchangeable sole system for an item of footwear comprising:
a removable sole unit comprising an engageable element; a midsole; a receptacle incorporated in the midsole; wherein a portion of the receptacle is configured to complement the engageable element of the sole unit so that a bidirectional stop is provi... | An item of footwear having an interchangeable sole system, midsoles for such an item of footwear, and related methods for making such midsoles, including a receptacle incorporated in the midsole wherein a portion of the receptacle is configured to complement an engageable element of a sole unit so that a bidirectional ... | 3,700 |
16,018 | 16,018 | 13,627,787 | 3,715 | Multiple different game symbol weighting sets are defined for selection in a given play of a reel-type game. Each game symbol weighting set defines a probability of each reel strip in the reel-type game landing at each particular stop position for that reel strip. By providing multiple different game symbol weighting s... | 1. A method for selecting game symbols for a play in a reel-type wagering game in which results are displayed by a number of mechanical or video-generated reel strips, each reel strip having a number of different stop positions and populating at least one symbol location in a matrix of symbol locations with a respectiv... | Multiple different game symbol weighting sets are defined for selection in a given play of a reel-type game. Each game symbol weighting set defines a probability of each reel strip in the reel-type game landing at each particular stop position for that reel strip. By providing multiple different game symbol weighting s... | 3,700 |
16,019 | 16,019 | 11,868,013 | 3,715 | In various embodiments players may compete with one another in a gaming context. | 1. An apparatus comprising a computing device operable to:
determine a first amount of consideration bet by a first player on a first game; determine a second amount of consideration won by the first player from the first game; determine a third amount of consideration bet by a second player on a second game; determine... | In various embodiments players may compete with one another in a gaming context.1. An apparatus comprising a computing device operable to:
determine a first amount of consideration bet by a first player on a first game; determine a second amount of consideration won by the first player from the first game; determine a ... | 3,700 |
16,020 | 16,020 | 14,510,088 | 3,731 | The invention relates to a thermo-forming packaging machine with a controller, a first forming station for forming a tray into a base film and a second motor-adjustable forming station for forming a lid into a top film. A first detection device detects the marking of the base film for controlling a film advance step of... | 1. Thermo-forming packaging machine comprising:
a controller; a first forming station disposed along a direction of production for forming trays into a base film; an adjustable second forming station for forming lids into a top film; a sealing station for sealing said trays with said lids; at least one conveyor chain f... | The invention relates to a thermo-forming packaging machine with a controller, a first forming station for forming a tray into a base film and a second motor-adjustable forming station for forming a lid into a top film. A first detection device detects the marking of the base film for controlling a film advance step of... | 3,700 |
16,021 | 16,021 | 14,675,798 | 3,763 | A method and system is provided which receives a desired humidity level from a user for the refrigeration compartment of a refrigerator, determines the current humidity level, and then activates an atomizer in the refrigeration compartment to increase the humidity level if needed. The humidity in the refrigeration comp... | 1. A method for actuating a humidifier to provide humidification to an interior of a refrigeration compartment, said method including:
establishing a desired humidity level for the interior of the refrigeration compartment; measuring a temperature in the interior of said refrigeration compartment; determining at least ... | A method and system is provided which receives a desired humidity level from a user for the refrigeration compartment of a refrigerator, determines the current humidity level, and then activates an atomizer in the refrigeration compartment to increase the humidity level if needed. The humidity in the refrigeration comp... | 3,700 |
16,022 | 16,022 | 12,486,627 | 3,763 | This invention provides a means of loading, processing and conditioning raw production gas, production of CGL, storage, transport, and delivery of pipeline quality natural gas or fractionated products to market. The CGL transport vessel utilizes a pipe based containment system to hold more densely packed constituents o... | 1. A system for processing, storing and transporting natural gas from supply source to market, comprising
a production barge comprising processing equipment modules configured to produce a compressed gas liquid (CGL) product comprising a mixture of natural gas and hydrocarbon liquid solvent in a liquid medium form, whe... | This invention provides a means of loading, processing and conditioning raw production gas, production of CGL, storage, transport, and delivery of pipeline quality natural gas or fractionated products to market. The CGL transport vessel utilizes a pipe based containment system to hold more densely packed constituents o... | 3,700 |
16,023 | 16,023 | 14,523,288 | 3,753 | In order to provide a shut-off valve including a valve housing, a valve seat which is held on the valve housing, and a valve element ( 40 ) which is movable in the valve housing relative to the valve seat and is movable by means of an adjusting unit, wherein the shut-off valve, as a result of its construction, has the ... | 1. A shut-off valve including a valve housing, a valve seat which is held on the valve housing, and a valve element which is movable in the valve housing relative to the valve seat and is movable by means of an adjusting unit, wherein the valve element has a valve disc which is provided, on its side facing the valve se... | In order to provide a shut-off valve including a valve housing, a valve seat which is held on the valve housing, and a valve element ( 40 ) which is movable in the valve housing relative to the valve seat and is movable by means of an adjusting unit, wherein the shut-off valve, as a result of its construction, has the ... | 3,700 |
16,024 | 16,024 | 15,012,544 | 3,774 | An ocular implant having an inlet portion and a Schlemm's canal portion distal to the inlet portion, the inlet portion being disposed at a proximal end of the implant and sized and configured to be placed within an anterior chamber of a human eye, the Schlemm's canal portion being arranged and configured to be disposed... | 1. An ocular implant comprising:
a longitudinally extending body having an inlet portion and a Schlemm's canal portion distal to the inlet portion, the inlet portion being configured to extend into and be in fluid communication with an anterior chamber of a human eye and the Schlemm's canal portion being configured to ... | An ocular implant having an inlet portion and a Schlemm's canal portion distal to the inlet portion, the inlet portion being disposed at a proximal end of the implant and sized and configured to be placed within an anterior chamber of a human eye, the Schlemm's canal portion being arranged and configured to be disposed... | 3,700 |
16,025 | 16,025 | 15,668,619 | 3,785 | A flexible respiratory gas tube arrangement for supplying a respiratory gas to a person includes a flexible tube, a heater to heat the gas as it is delivered through the tube, a first connector provided to one end of the tube and adapted to connect the tube with a breathing mask, and a second connector provided to the ... | 1. (canceled) 2. An apparatus for treatment of sleep-related respiratory problems by application of positive pressure gas to the respiratory passages of a patient, the apparatus comprising:
a CPAP device comprising: a blower configured to deliver gas at a delivery pressure for CPAP therapy, an electronic controller con... | A flexible respiratory gas tube arrangement for supplying a respiratory gas to a person includes a flexible tube, a heater to heat the gas as it is delivered through the tube, a first connector provided to one end of the tube and adapted to connect the tube with a breathing mask, and a second connector provided to the ... | 3,700 |
16,026 | 16,026 | 13,939,383 | 3,771 | Occlusion device for an atrial appendage, the device having proximal and distal ends and a central axis and comprising a cage-like structure formed of struts, the struts having proximal strut ends and distal strut ends, wherein at the proximal end of the device the struts extend towards the central axis and are connect... | 1. An occlusion device for an atrial appendage, the device having proximal and distal ends and a central axis and comprising a cage-like structure formed of struts, the struts having proximal strut ends and distal strut ends, wherein at the proximal end of the device the struts extend towards the central axis and are c... | Occlusion device for an atrial appendage, the device having proximal and distal ends and a central axis and comprising a cage-like structure formed of struts, the struts having proximal strut ends and distal strut ends, wherein at the proximal end of the device the struts extend towards the central axis and are connect... | 3,700 |
16,027 | 16,027 | 14,789,036 | 3,741 | A gas turbine engine according to the present disclosure includes a first compressor and a first turbine for driving the first compressor. A core section includes a second compressor and a second turbine for driving the second compressor. A third turbine is arranged fluidly downstream of the first turbine and the secon... | 1. A gas turbine engine, comprising:
a first compressor and a first turbine for driving the first compressor; a core section including a second compressor and a second turbine for driving the second compressor; a third turbine arranged fluidly downstream of the first turbine and the second turbine and configured to dri... | A gas turbine engine according to the present disclosure includes a first compressor and a first turbine for driving the first compressor. A core section includes a second compressor and a second turbine for driving the second compressor. A third turbine is arranged fluidly downstream of the first turbine and the secon... | 3,700 |
16,028 | 16,028 | 14,270,908 | 3,731 | A hand-held power tool has a tool socket 2, a drive 5, 6 for driving the tool socket 2, and a housing 19 in which the drive 5, 6 is accommodated. A stationary part 14 of the drive 5 is connected by means of at least one detachable clamped connection 21 to at least one element 19, whereby the element ... | 1. A hand-held power tool comprising:
a tool socket; a drive for driving the tool socket and having a first stationary part; a housing, the drive being arranged in the housing; and at least one detachable clamped connection connecting the first stationary part to at least one element, the at least one element including... | A hand-held power tool has a tool socket 2, a drive 5, 6 for driving the tool socket 2, and a housing 19 in which the drive 5, 6 is accommodated. A stationary part 14 of the drive 5 is connected by means of at least one detachable clamped connection 21 to at least one element 19, whereby the element ... | 3,700 |
16,029 | 16,029 | 14,832,950 | 3,792 | An auditory prosthesis includes a fixation system manufactured in whole or in part from a deformable material, such as a viscoelastic material. The viscoelastic material responds viscously to loads applied over an extended period of time. Thus, the material is able to accommodate growth of a recipient's anatomy without... | 1. An apparatus comprising:
a fixation element for fixing the apparatus to a skull of a recipient; an attachment element for attaching the apparatus to an internal ear structure of the recipient; and a linkage structure connecting the fixation element to the attachment element, wherein at least one of the fixation elem... | An auditory prosthesis includes a fixation system manufactured in whole or in part from a deformable material, such as a viscoelastic material. The viscoelastic material responds viscously to loads applied over an extended period of time. Thus, the material is able to accommodate growth of a recipient's anatomy without... | 3,700 |
16,030 | 16,030 | 14,539,858 | 3,715 | A method, system, and computer program product for wellness program management. Embodiments commence upon identifying a person as a wellness program participant and associating the person with a repository of grocer POS data using a personal identifier that is used to access the grocer POS data that comprises at least ... | 1. A system comprising:
a database comprising a set of storage devices to hold a set of data records, wherein the data records comprise POS data having at least some items purchased relative to a personal identifier; a rules engine to ingest a set of one or more rules and to process the rules over the data records;
a r... | A method, system, and computer program product for wellness program management. Embodiments commence upon identifying a person as a wellness program participant and associating the person with a repository of grocer POS data using a personal identifier that is used to access the grocer POS data that comprises at least ... | 3,700 |
16,031 | 16,031 | 12,620,202 | 3,791 | A system for treating hypoglycemia includes a continuous blood glucose monitor that monitors blood glucose levels of a patient on a continuous basis over a period of time. An alarm and injector apparatus is configured to be worn by the patient and includes a glucagon delivery mechanism for automatically delivering gluc... | 1. A method of treating hypoglycemia, comprising:
detecting a hypoglycemic condition using a continuous blood glucose monitor that monitors blood glucose levels of a patient on a continuous basis over a period of time; providing an alarm alerting of the hypoglycemic condition; and delivering glucagon to the patient usi... | A system for treating hypoglycemia includes a continuous blood glucose monitor that monitors blood glucose levels of a patient on a continuous basis over a period of time. An alarm and injector apparatus is configured to be worn by the patient and includes a glucagon delivery mechanism for automatically delivering gluc... | 3,700 |
16,032 | 16,032 | 13,335,896 | 3,791 | An EEG monitoring apparatus ( 2 ) adapted to be carried continuously by a person being monitored comprises means adapted for measuring at least one EEG signal from the person carrying the apparatus and a signal processing means for analysing said at least one EEG signal and adapted to identify or predict predetermined ... | 1. A portable EEG monitoring apparatus, said apparatus comprising:
EEG pick-up means adapted for measuring at least one EEG signal from the person carrying the apparatus, a signal processing means for analysing said at least one EEG signal and adapted to identify or predict predetermined biological incidents in said pe... | An EEG monitoring apparatus ( 2 ) adapted to be carried continuously by a person being monitored comprises means adapted for measuring at least one EEG signal from the person carrying the apparatus and a signal processing means for analysing said at least one EEG signal and adapted to identify or predict predetermined ... | 3,700 |
16,033 | 16,033 | 14,157,738 | 3,781 | A wound exudate removal and isolation system includes a porous dressing, a canister in fluid communication with the dressing, and a first valve positioned between the dressing and the canister. The first valve is positionable between an open position and a closed position. A disposal line is fluidly connected to the ca... | 1-19. (canceled) 20. A wound stasis and isolation apparatus comprising:
an open-cell, reticulated foam dressing having an average pore size less than about 200 microns, the foam dressing being positionable adjacent a wound; a drape to cover the foam dressing and the wound; and a pump in fluid communication with the foa... | A wound exudate removal and isolation system includes a porous dressing, a canister in fluid communication with the dressing, and a first valve positioned between the dressing and the canister. The first valve is positionable between an open position and a closed position. A disposal line is fluidly connected to the ca... | 3,700 |
16,034 | 16,034 | 14,749,804 | 3,793 | A neurophysiological monitoring system includes at least one surgical instrument having at least one magnetometer and a control unit configured to receive magnetic field data generated by the at least one magnetometer. The control unit may provide stimulation to a nerve at a known stimulation time and receive magnetic ... | 1. A neurophysiological monitoring system, comprising:
at least one surgical instrument including at least one magnetometer; at least one control unit having one or more processor coupled to one or more memories and configured to receive magnetic field data generated by the at least one magnetometer, the one or more me... | A neurophysiological monitoring system includes at least one surgical instrument having at least one magnetometer and a control unit configured to receive magnetic field data generated by the at least one magnetometer. The control unit may provide stimulation to a nerve at a known stimulation time and receive magnetic ... | 3,700 |
16,035 | 16,035 | 13,703,704 | 3,791 | The invention relates to a method and a device for detecting a critical physiological state of a patient, especially for detecting a critical hemodynamic event. A set of values of physiological parameters is measured, including the heart rate and the pulse arrival time. On the basis of these measurements, a risk assess... | 1. A method for risk assessment of a critical hemodynamic event of a patient, comprising the steps of:
measuring a set of values of physiological parameters, said physiological parameters including heart rate (HR) and pulse arrival time (PAT), wherein said set of values includes a heart rate (HR) value and a pulse arri... | The invention relates to a method and a device for detecting a critical physiological state of a patient, especially for detecting a critical hemodynamic event. A set of values of physiological parameters is measured, including the heart rate and the pulse arrival time. On the basis of these measurements, a risk assess... | 3,700 |
16,036 | 16,036 | 14,374,226 | 3,732 | A helmet( 10 ) has a memory foam member( 20 ) and an impact-dissipating member( 26 ). The memory foam member( 20 ) is formed from a memory foam material and the impact-dissipating member( 26 ) is formed from an impact-dissipating material and has an impact-dissipating member inner side and an impact-dissipating member ... | 1. A helmet comprising:
A. a memory foam member formed from a memory foam material, wherein the memory foam member comprises a memory foam member inner side, and wherein the memory foam material comprises a memory foam member outer side opposite the memory foam member inner side; and B. an impact-dissipating member for... | A helmet( 10 ) has a memory foam member( 20 ) and an impact-dissipating member( 26 ). The memory foam member( 20 ) is formed from a memory foam material and the impact-dissipating member( 26 ) is formed from an impact-dissipating material and has an impact-dissipating member inner side and an impact-dissipating member ... | 3,700 |
16,037 | 16,037 | 14,941,714 | 3,771 | A ligation clip applier is provided and includes a handle assembly supporting an advancing mechanism removably and slidably supported within a barrel housing of the handle assembly, and a clip module removably and selectively connected to the handle assembly. The clip module includes a housing defining a proximal end, ... | 1. A ligation clip applier, comprising:
a handle assembly including:
a barrel housing defining a cavity therein;
a fixed handle extending from the barrel housing;
a trigger pivotably connected to the fixed handle, the trigger including a proximal end extending into the cavity of the barrel housing;
an elongate neck por... | A ligation clip applier is provided and includes a handle assembly supporting an advancing mechanism removably and slidably supported within a barrel housing of the handle assembly, and a clip module removably and selectively connected to the handle assembly. The clip module includes a housing defining a proximal end, ... | 3,700 |
16,038 | 16,038 | 14,712,132 | 3,732 | A double shoe combination footwear with a concealed inner shoe. The double shoe combination footwear may comprise: a first shoe; and a second shoe, both of which comprise at least an upper and an outsole being stiffer than the upper. The second shoe is adapted to fit within a shoe cavity of the first shoe and is prefer... | 1. A double shoe combination footwear with a concealed inner shoe, comprising:
a first shoe; and a second shoe; wherein said first shoe comprises a first upper and a first outsole, said first outsole being stiffer than said first upper; wherein said first outsole is attached to said first upper and extends from a proxi... | A double shoe combination footwear with a concealed inner shoe. The double shoe combination footwear may comprise: a first shoe; and a second shoe, both of which comprise at least an upper and an outsole being stiffer than the upper. The second shoe is adapted to fit within a shoe cavity of the first shoe and is prefer... | 3,700 |
16,039 | 16,039 | 15,905,482 | 3,732 | Provided is a shoe or device for inserting into a shoe, having a shallow channel on a top side of a contoured insole or shoe, specifically under the 1 st metatarsal shaft of the wearer. The shoe also has a rear region or heel cup positioned to underlying a wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, the rear region being shaped to... | 1: A shoe or device for insertion into a shoe having a foot supporting upper surface, wherein the shoe or device has an upward facing shallow channel on the foot supporting upper surface adapted to underlie the first metatarsal shaft and heelward of the first metatarsal head of the wearer, wherein the channel is adapte... | Provided is a shoe or device for inserting into a shoe, having a shallow channel on a top side of a contoured insole or shoe, specifically under the 1 st metatarsal shaft of the wearer. The shoe also has a rear region or heel cup positioned to underlying a wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, the rear region being shaped to... | 3,700 |
16,040 | 16,040 | 15,213,948 | 3,735 | Packaging units for products like eggs, and a mould and method therefore, are disclosed. According to one embodiment a packaging unit for products like eggs comprises:
a carton made of moulded pulp with a bottom part comprising compartments for individual products, and a cover part comprising top, front and re... | 1. A packaging unit comprising:
a carton made of moulded pulp with a bottom part comprising compartments for individual products, and a cover part comprising top, front and rear surfaces; and a label made of paperboard. 2. The packaging unit according to claim 1, wherein the paperboard comprises folding carton. 3. The ... | Packaging units for products like eggs, and a mould and method therefore, are disclosed. According to one embodiment a packaging unit for products like eggs comprises:
a carton made of moulded pulp with a bottom part comprising compartments for individual products, and a cover part comprising top, front and re... | 3,700 |
16,041 | 16,041 | 13,670,525 | 3,747 | In a first illustrative embodiment, a processor operably programmed and configured to receive input defining one or more vehicle parameters to monitor and control during a vehicle rental. The processor may monitor and control the vehicle parameters during a vehicle rental period starting when an authorized user keyless... | 1. A system comprising:
a processor configured to:
receive input defining one or more vehicle parameters to monitor;
monitor the vehicle parameters during a vehicle rental period, wherein the rental period begins when an authorized user keylessly activates a vehicle during a defined start time and ends when the vehicle... | In a first illustrative embodiment, a processor operably programmed and configured to receive input defining one or more vehicle parameters to monitor and control during a vehicle rental. The processor may monitor and control the vehicle parameters during a vehicle rental period starting when an authorized user keyless... | 3,700 |
16,042 | 16,042 | 15,102,415 | 3,754 | A protective cap for a dispenser for discharging pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic liquids. The dispenser has a liquid reservoir and a discharge opening through which the liquid can be dispensed into a surrounding atmosphere. The protective cap has at least one ventilation opening for establishing communication between an... | 1. A protective cap for a dispenser for discharging pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic liquids, wherein the dispenser has
a liquid reservoir and an exit opening, through which the liquid can be discharged into a surrounding atmosphere, and wherein the protective cap has at least one ventilation opening in order for an inte... | A protective cap for a dispenser for discharging pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic liquids. The dispenser has a liquid reservoir and a discharge opening through which the liquid can be dispensed into a surrounding atmosphere. The protective cap has at least one ventilation opening for establishing communication between an... | 3,700 |
16,043 | 16,043 | 13,272,960 | 3,792 | A method and apparatus for a defibrillating system is disclosed that monitors the patient during treatment and then uses the information it gathers to adjust treatment protocols during treatment based on the patient's response. The protocols may include adaptive rhythm analysis intervals, adaptive CPR intervals, and ad... | 1. A defibrillator for defibrillating a patient, comprising:
a user interface; a power source for storing a charge; an energy storage device capable of receiving at least a portion of the charge, in which at least a fraction of the charge portion can be delivered from the energy storage device via electrodes as a shock... | A method and apparatus for a defibrillating system is disclosed that monitors the patient during treatment and then uses the information it gathers to adjust treatment protocols during treatment based on the patient's response. The protocols may include adaptive rhythm analysis intervals, adaptive CPR intervals, and ad... | 3,700 |
16,044 | 16,044 | 12,573,923 | 3,794 | A skin rejuvenation resurfacing apparatus comprising an oscillating, reciprocating high speed, needle-based device and its related procedure for inducing mechanical trauma to an area of the skin to be treated. | 1. An apparatus for use in a skin resurfacing and collagen remodeling procedure through creating of a mechanical trauma transdermally into the reticular dermis and/or subcutaneous fat comprising:
a needle array comprising a plurality of needles for the appropriate treatment of the area of the skin; and a reciprocating ... | A skin rejuvenation resurfacing apparatus comprising an oscillating, reciprocating high speed, needle-based device and its related procedure for inducing mechanical trauma to an area of the skin to be treated.1. An apparatus for use in a skin resurfacing and collagen remodeling procedure through creating of a mechanica... | 3,700 |
16,045 | 16,045 | 14,650,357 | 3,753 | A method for operating a device for providing a liquid additive includes feeding the liquid additive along a feeding path having at least one first portion which forms a heat conducting section from a heater of the device into a tank for the liquid additive. The feeding path also has at least one second portion in whic... | 1-13. (canceled) 14. A method for operating a device for providing a liquid additive, the method comprising the following steps:
providing a liquid additive feeding path having at least one first portion forming a heat conducting section from a heater of the device into a tank for the liquid additive and having at leas... | A method for operating a device for providing a liquid additive includes feeding the liquid additive along a feeding path having at least one first portion which forms a heat conducting section from a heater of the device into a tank for the liquid additive. The feeding path also has at least one second portion in whic... | 3,700 |
16,046 | 16,046 | 13,587,368 | 3,792 | An implantable medical device (IMD) is described that automatically detects the presence of an external magnetic field, such as that generated by an MRI device. The IMD includes a torque sensor configured to generate an output signal that varies as a function of a torque imposed on the torque sensor by an external magn... | 1. An implantable medical system comprising:
at least one implantable medical lead that includes one or more electrodes; and an implantable medical device coupled to the at least one implantable medical lead and configured to transmit a therapy via the one or more electrodes of the at least one implantable medical lead... | An implantable medical device (IMD) is described that automatically detects the presence of an external magnetic field, such as that generated by an MRI device. The IMD includes a torque sensor configured to generate an output signal that varies as a function of a torque imposed on the torque sensor by an external magn... | 3,700 |
16,047 | 16,047 | 13,918,707 | 3,793 | An ultrasound imaging device including the ability to determine when a component, such as a removable probe cap, is attached to a portion of an ultrasound probe. Such a cap is employed in one embodiment to act as a spacer component to provide a standoff for the probe head. Detection of probe cap attachment to the ultra... | 1. An ultrasound imaging system, comprising:
an ultrasound probe; a component attachable to the probe; and a component attachment detection system for detecting attachment of the component to the probe, wherein an aspect of an ultrasound image produced by the imaging system is modified according to detection of compone... | An ultrasound imaging device including the ability to determine when a component, such as a removable probe cap, is attached to a portion of an ultrasound probe. Such a cap is employed in one embodiment to act as a spacer component to provide a standoff for the probe head. Detection of probe cap attachment to the ultra... | 3,700 |
16,048 | 16,048 | 14,564,309 | 3,775 | Device and methods for treating conditions caused by or associated with a sacroiliac joint abnormality using radiofrequency ablation. A surgical jig is provided that facilitates safe, easy, and quick placement of electrodes in a patient's spinal region for radiofrequency ablation of a set of spinal nerves and/or sacroi... | 1. A surgical jig device comprising:
a substantially rectangular body having a superior end portion and an inferior end portion; a superior radiopaque marker located at the superior end portion; an inferior radiopaque marker located at the inferior end portion; and a plurality of substantially linearly aligned through-... | Device and methods for treating conditions caused by or associated with a sacroiliac joint abnormality using radiofrequency ablation. A surgical jig is provided that facilitates safe, easy, and quick placement of electrodes in a patient's spinal region for radiofrequency ablation of a set of spinal nerves and/or sacroi... | 3,700 |
16,049 | 16,049 | 14,416,715 | 3,746 | The invention relates to a system for charge air cooling for an internal combustion engine based on an engine family, wherein an intake module is arranged between a throttle valve and a combustion chamber. A first cooling device of the system is shaped to be structurally integrated into the intake module. Furthermore, ... | 1. A system for charge-air cooling for an internal combustion engine which is based on an engine family and in which an intake module is arranged between a throttle flap and a combustion chamber, wherein a first cooling device of the system is designed to be structurally integrated into the intake module, and in which ... | The invention relates to a system for charge air cooling for an internal combustion engine based on an engine family, wherein an intake module is arranged between a throttle valve and a combustion chamber. A first cooling device of the system is shaped to be structurally integrated into the intake module. Furthermore, ... | 3,700 |
16,050 | 16,050 | 13,954,265 | 3,794 | A probe for ablating tissue of a body cavity includes a shaft, an inflatable balloon connected to the shaft, and an electrode structure on or surrounding the balloon. The balloon expands within the body cavity to place the electrode structure in contact with the tissues in the body cavity. Additional electrodes, which ... | 1. A probe for ablating tissue of a body cavity, comprising:
a shaft; an inflatable balloon connected to a distal end of said shaft, said balloon having an external surface and an internal cavity and is configured to expand within the body cavity; and an electrode structure surrounding said external surface of said bal... | A probe for ablating tissue of a body cavity includes a shaft, an inflatable balloon connected to the shaft, and an electrode structure on or surrounding the balloon. The balloon expands within the body cavity to place the electrode structure in contact with the tissues in the body cavity. Additional electrodes, which ... | 3,700 |
16,051 | 16,051 | 15,163,920 | 3,732 | An impact-absorbing coating may provide an impact-absorbing material and an outer skin. The impact-absorbing coating may be applied to an object and may reduce injuries that may be sustained by a user of the object to which the coating is applied. The impact-absorbing material may have a thickness of approximately ⅜″. ... | 1. An impact-absorbing coating applied to a helmet to reduce bodily injuries when the helmet impacts another object, the coating comprising:
an impact-absorbing material arranged to coat an exterior of the helmet and contact with another object, wherein the impact-absorbing material coating the exterior of the helmet i... | An impact-absorbing coating may provide an impact-absorbing material and an outer skin. The impact-absorbing coating may be applied to an object and may reduce injuries that may be sustained by a user of the object to which the coating is applied. The impact-absorbing material may have a thickness of approximately ⅜″. ... | 3,700 |
16,052 | 16,052 | 15,058,952 | 3,733 | A spill inhibiting container system for inhibiting a liquid from spilling from a bottle during air travel includes a bottle that has a neck. The bottle may contain a liquid. A plug is removably positioned within the neck. The plug inhibits the liquid from escaping the bottle when the bottle is carried in air transporta... | 1. A spill inhibiting container system comprising:
a bottle having a neck, said neck having an inner surface, said bottle being configured to contain a liquid; and a plug being removably positioned within said neck wherein said plug is configured to inhibit the liquid from escaping said bottle when said bottle is carri... | A spill inhibiting container system for inhibiting a liquid from spilling from a bottle during air travel includes a bottle that has a neck. The bottle may contain a liquid. A plug is removably positioned within the neck. The plug inhibits the liquid from escaping the bottle when the bottle is carried in air transporta... | 3,700 |
16,053 | 16,053 | 14,070,184 | 3,794 | A method includes receiving at a controller of a teleoperated surgical system a first signal indicating that a surgical instrument is in an installed position at a patient side cart of the teleoperated surgical system, receiving at the controller a second signal indicating that the surgical instrument is in a flux conn... | 1. A method comprising:
receiving at a controller of a teleoperated surgical system at least one signal indicating which of a plurality of surgical instruments positioned at a patient side cart of the teleoperated surgical system are in an energy connection state; and controlling energy transmission from one or more en... | A method includes receiving at a controller of a teleoperated surgical system a first signal indicating that a surgical instrument is in an installed position at a patient side cart of the teleoperated surgical system, receiving at the controller a second signal indicating that the surgical instrument is in a flux conn... | 3,700 |
16,054 | 16,054 | 14,143,428 | 3,724 | Apparatus for trimming paper rolls or logs ( 2 ) including: a section for the entry of the logs ( 2 ) to be trimmed; a section for the exit of the trimmed logs ( 2′ ); a station with cutting device ( 6 ) for trimming the logs ( 2 ); a device ( 3 ) for moving the logs ( 2, 2′ ) between the entry section, the cutting sta... | 1. A method for treating elongated paper rolls, the method comprising the steps:
providing a cut-off machine; providing elongated paper rolls; providing a trimming device, said cut-off machine being a machine that is separate from said trimming device; trimming said elongated paper rolls with said trimming device to fo... | Apparatus for trimming paper rolls or logs ( 2 ) including: a section for the entry of the logs ( 2 ) to be trimmed; a section for the exit of the trimmed logs ( 2′ ); a station with cutting device ( 6 ) for trimming the logs ( 2 ); a device ( 3 ) for moving the logs ( 2, 2′ ) between the entry section, the cutting sta... | 3,700 |
16,055 | 16,055 | 12,975,714 | 3,715 | A method and system for virtual percutaneous valve implantation is disclosed. A patient-specific anatomical model of a heart valve is estimated based on 3D cardiac medical image data and an implant model representing a valve implant is virtually deployed into the patient-specific anatomical model of the heart valve. A ... | 1. A method for virtual percutaneous valve implantation, comprising:
estimating a patient-specific anatomical model of a heart valve based on 3D cardiac medical image data; and virtually deploying an implant model representing a valve implant into the patient-specific anatomical model of the heart valve. 2. The method ... | A method and system for virtual percutaneous valve implantation is disclosed. A patient-specific anatomical model of a heart valve is estimated based on 3D cardiac medical image data and an implant model representing a valve implant is virtually deployed into the patient-specific anatomical model of the heart valve. A ... | 3,700 |
16,056 | 16,056 | 15,191,784 | 3,762 | A roof ventilation system for asphalt shingle or composition roofs which include a vent slot located through the roof structure along a roof ridge is provided. An unrollable vent assembly that is installable in one piece is formed from an upper water barrier having first and second vent arrangements connected thereto, ... | 1. A roof ventilation system for asphalt shingle or composition roofs that include a vent slot located through the roof structure along a roof ridge comprising an unrollable vent assembly installable in one piece and having a vent assembly length, the vent assembly comprising an upper water barrier having first and sec... | A roof ventilation system for asphalt shingle or composition roofs which include a vent slot located through the roof structure along a roof ridge is provided. An unrollable vent assembly that is installable in one piece is formed from an upper water barrier having first and second vent arrangements connected thereto, ... | 3,700 |
16,057 | 16,057 | 14,695,167 | 3,792 | A lead body having a defibrillation electrode positioned along a distal portion of the lead body is described. The defibrillation electrode includes a plurality of electrode segments spaced a distance apart from each other. At least one of the plurality of defibrillation electrode segments includes at least one coated ... | 1. An implantable medical electrical lead comprising:
an elongate lead body having a proximal end and a distal portion; a defibrillation electrode positioned along the distal portion of the lead body, the defibrillation electrode including a plurality of electrode segments spaced a distance apart from each other, at le... | A lead body having a defibrillation electrode positioned along a distal portion of the lead body is described. The defibrillation electrode includes a plurality of electrode segments spaced a distance apart from each other. At least one of the plurality of defibrillation electrode segments includes at least one coated ... | 3,700 |
16,058 | 16,058 | 13,040,048 | 3,785 | A portable air pulse delivery device includes a housing and an air compressor having a motor disposed in the housing. The motor is operable at speeds between 1200 and 4800 rpm. The air compressor includes an air inlet and an air outlet. An untethered power source is disposed in the housing and is operably connected to ... | 1. A portable air pulse delivery device comprising:
a housing; an air compressor comprising a motor disposed in said housing, said motor operable at speeds between 1200 and 4800 rpm, said air compressor comprising an air inlet and an air outlet; an untethered power source disposed in said housing and operably connected... | A portable air pulse delivery device includes a housing and an air compressor having a motor disposed in the housing. The motor is operable at speeds between 1200 and 4800 rpm. The air compressor includes an air inlet and an air outlet. An untethered power source is disposed in the housing and is operably connected to ... | 3,700 |
16,059 | 16,059 | 15,232,191 | 3,792 | Methods and devices for cardiac therapy. One example provides a subcutaneous anti-tachycardia pacing therapy. Another example provides a subcutaneous low energy cardioversion therapy. Yet another example provides a subcutaneous multiple pulse cardioversion therapy. In various examples, specific steps are taken to ensur... | 1. A method of terminating an arrhythmia by delivery of therapy from a subcutaneous implantable device comprising:
identifying a ventricular tachycardia occurring in the heart of a patient; configuring an anti-tachycardia pacing therapy for the patient; delivering the configured anti-tachycardia pacing therapy to the p... | Methods and devices for cardiac therapy. One example provides a subcutaneous anti-tachycardia pacing therapy. Another example provides a subcutaneous low energy cardioversion therapy. Yet another example provides a subcutaneous multiple pulse cardioversion therapy. In various examples, specific steps are taken to ensur... | 3,700 |
16,060 | 16,060 | 14,153,507 | 3,726 | An axle boring assembly includes a portable power head or drive unit, a bearing pack to which the drive unit is attached, an adjusting base to which the bearing pack is adjustably secured and a mounting assembly which fits over a motor vehicle axle and to which the adjusting base is secured. The mounting assembly compr... | 1. A mounting assembly for use with axle boring equipment comprising, in combination,
a first portion having a first front clamp and a first rear clamp, a first pair of stanchions securing said first front clamp and said first rear clamp together in spaced apart relationship, said first clamps each defining first axle ... | An axle boring assembly includes a portable power head or drive unit, a bearing pack to which the drive unit is attached, an adjusting base to which the bearing pack is adjustably secured and a mounting assembly which fits over a motor vehicle axle and to which the adjusting base is secured. The mounting assembly compr... | 3,700 |
16,061 | 16,061 | 11,988,399 | 3,792 | The invention relates to a device for altering an optical and/or mechanical property of a lens that is implanted in an eye, the device including a laser device, which has a laser beam source that provides a pulsed laser beam and an optical unit, which impinges on the implanted lens with the pulsed laser beam. The devic... | 1-17. (canceled) 18. A device for changing an optical and/or mechanical property of a lens implanted into an eye, said device comprising
a laser device including a laser radiation source providing pulsed laser radiation and an optical unit applying said pulsed laser radiation to the implanted lens, and a control device... | The invention relates to a device for altering an optical and/or mechanical property of a lens that is implanted in an eye, the device including a laser device, which has a laser beam source that provides a pulsed laser beam and an optical unit, which impinges on the implanted lens with the pulsed laser beam. The devic... | 3,700 |
16,062 | 16,062 | 15,345,210 | 3,752 | A shower and speaker assembly. The assembly may include a shower device including a device housing defining an inlet communicating with an inlet chamber, an outlet and a waterway communicating between the inlet chamber and the outlet, the device housing further defining a receptacle having a closed end and an open end,... | 1-34. (canceled) 35. A shower and speaker assembly, the assembly comprising:
a shower device including a device housing defining an inlet, an outlet and a waterway communicating between the inlet and the outlet, the device housing further defining a receptacle; a speaker supportable in the receptacle; and a magnetic co... | A shower and speaker assembly. The assembly may include a shower device including a device housing defining an inlet communicating with an inlet chamber, an outlet and a waterway communicating between the inlet chamber and the outlet, the device housing further defining a receptacle having a closed end and an open end,... | 3,700 |
16,063 | 16,063 | 14,324,903 | 3,723 | The present invention relates to a lifting column, lifting system and method for lifting a vehicle. The lifting column according to the invention includes a frame with a carrier configured for carrying the vehicle; a drive for driving the carrier in at least one of the ascent or descent of the carrier; and a modular po... | 1. A lifting column for lifting a vehicle, comprising:
a frame with a carrier configured for carrying the vehicle; a drive for driving the carrier in at least one of the ascent or descent of the carrier; and a modular power system configured for providing power to the drive and adapted to comprise a variable number of ... | The present invention relates to a lifting column, lifting system and method for lifting a vehicle. The lifting column according to the invention includes a frame with a carrier configured for carrying the vehicle; a drive for driving the carrier in at least one of the ascent or descent of the carrier; and a modular po... | 3,700 |
16,064 | 16,064 | 14,697,705 | 3,753 | An air conditioning service system includes an oil receptacle configured to store an oil, a solenoid valve configured to selectively allow the oil to flow from the oil receptacle into an oil injection line, a coupling port in fluid communication with the oil receptacle through the oil injection line when the solenoid v... | 1. An air conditioning service system, comprising:
an oil receptacle configured to store an oil;
a solenoid valve configured to selectively allow the oil to flow from the oil receptacle into an oil injection line;
a coupling port in fluid communication with the oil receptacle through the oil injection line when the so... | An air conditioning service system includes an oil receptacle configured to store an oil, a solenoid valve configured to selectively allow the oil to flow from the oil receptacle into an oil injection line, a coupling port in fluid communication with the oil receptacle through the oil injection line when the solenoid v... | 3,700 |
16,065 | 16,065 | 14,793,119 | 3,741 | An exemplary gas turbine engine includes a fan bypass duct defined between a fan nacelle and core cowl of an engine core. The engine core includes a cooled cooling air system configured to receive cooling air from a primary flowpath bleed at a diffuser within the engine core and configured to provide cooled cooling air... | 1. A gas turbine engine comprising:
a fan bypass duct defined between a fan nacelle and core cowl of an engine core; the engine core including a cooled cooling air system configured to receive cooling air from a primary flowpath bleed at within the engine core and configured to provide cooled cooling air to at least on... | An exemplary gas turbine engine includes a fan bypass duct defined between a fan nacelle and core cowl of an engine core. The engine core includes a cooled cooling air system configured to receive cooling air from a primary flowpath bleed at a diffuser within the engine core and configured to provide cooled cooling air... | 3,700 |
16,066 | 16,066 | 14,003,715 | 3,763 | A rooftop air conditioning unit, including an air conditioner to produce conditioned air for a conditioned space within a building, the air conditioner having an evaporator, a compressor operably disposed downstream from the evaporator and a condenser operably interposed between the compressor and the evaporator, the r... | 1. A rooftop air conditioning unit, including an air conditioner to produce conditioned air for a conditioned space within a building, the air conditioner having an evaporator, a compressor operably disposed downstream from the evaporator and a condenser operably interposed between the compressor and the evaporator, th... | A rooftop air conditioning unit, including an air conditioner to produce conditioned air for a conditioned space within a building, the air conditioner having an evaporator, a compressor operably disposed downstream from the evaporator and a condenser operably interposed between the compressor and the evaporator, the r... | 3,700 |
16,067 | 16,067 | 14,578,623 | 3,715 | Systems and methods are disclosed for determining an affective state of a user. A user behavior characteristic is detected in response to content provided to the user. Content metadata indicates a context of the content provided to the user and a probability of the user experiencing at least one expected emotion in res... | 1. A system to determine an affective state of a user, the system comprising:
a behavior feature extraction module to process information from one or more sensors to detect a user behavior characteristic, the user behavior characteristic generated in response to content provided to the user; and an affective state reco... | Systems and methods are disclosed for determining an affective state of a user. A user behavior characteristic is detected in response to content provided to the user. Content metadata indicates a context of the content provided to the user and a probability of the user experiencing at least one expected emotion in res... | 3,700 |
16,068 | 16,068 | 14,066,904 | 3,799 | Embodiments of the present invention provide a novel solution which can be used to detect and analyze instances of micro stutter within a given game, GPU and/or driver version. Embodiments of the present invention may be operable to divide an application session into a set of sub-sessions and perform multiple derivativ... | 1. A method of gathering performance data, the method comprising:
using a client device, dividing an application session associated with an application into a set of sub-sessions; measuring a time-varying parameter associated with said application by gathering performance data associated with said time-varying paramete... | Embodiments of the present invention provide a novel solution which can be used to detect and analyze instances of micro stutter within a given game, GPU and/or driver version. Embodiments of the present invention may be operable to divide an application session into a set of sub-sessions and perform multiple derivativ... | 3,700 |
16,069 | 16,069 | 14,286,328 | 3,747 | A piston for a high temperature internal combustion engine is provided. The piston includes an upper wall, base wall, outer rib, and inner rib defining a cooling chamber therebetween, and a plurality of ring grooves formed in the outer rib. Only the second ring groove is formed with the keystone cross-section, and all ... | 1. A piston, comprising:
an upper wall surrounding a center axis and presenting a combustion surface; an outer rib extending from said upper wall to a base wall and presenting an outer surface; an inner rib disposed between said outer rib and said center axis and extending from said upper wall to said base wall; said u... | A piston for a high temperature internal combustion engine is provided. The piston includes an upper wall, base wall, outer rib, and inner rib defining a cooling chamber therebetween, and a plurality of ring grooves formed in the outer rib. Only the second ring groove is formed with the keystone cross-section, and all ... | 3,700 |
16,070 | 16,070 | 13,820,853 | 3,791 | The invention concerns an automated method, a system and means for processing the blood pressure from a detected pressure signal, the method operating in the time domain to determine a value (RES) connected to the energy efficiency of the monitored biological system. | 1. A method for automatic processing of blood pressure signals, the method comprising at least the following steps:
A. sampling a detected pressure signal for one or more heartbeats, each heartbeat starting at an initial instant coinciding to that of an initial diastolic pressure and ending at a final instant coincidin... | The invention concerns an automated method, a system and means for processing the blood pressure from a detected pressure signal, the method operating in the time domain to determine a value (RES) connected to the energy efficiency of the monitored biological system.1. A method for automatic processing of blood pressur... | 3,700 |
16,071 | 16,071 | 14,928,123 | 3,734 | A microwavable package is formed with venting mechanisms that are arranged in one of a number of different ways, and are covered with a pressure sensitive adhesive label. While the vents are covered with the pressure sensitive adhesive label, the package is hermetically sealed. The label protects the venting mechanisms... | 1. A microwave package, comprising
a package, formed of a packaging film, said package being sealed and having a vent area comprising at least one venting mechanism, and a pressure sensitive adhesive label, covering said at least the vent area, and said pressure sensitive adhesive label being removable from the venting... | A microwavable package is formed with venting mechanisms that are arranged in one of a number of different ways, and are covered with a pressure sensitive adhesive label. While the vents are covered with the pressure sensitive adhesive label, the package is hermetically sealed. The label protects the venting mechanisms... | 3,700 |
16,072 | 16,072 | 12,705,960 | 3,715 | A computer system is configured to administer a psychological profiling test to a participant in a driver education program, or receive such profile from another source; to determine the participant's psychological profile. The system then selects a driver education program for the participant based on the profile. The... | 1. A computer-implemented driver training program method for improving driving skills and behaviors of a participant, the method comprising steps of
obtaining by a computer a psychological profile of the participant; analyzing by the computer the psychological profile of the participant to select from a plurality of dr... | A computer system is configured to administer a psychological profiling test to a participant in a driver education program, or receive such profile from another source; to determine the participant's psychological profile. The system then selects a driver education program for the participant based on the profile. The... | 3,700 |
16,073 | 16,073 | 14,751,215 | 3,731 | A surgical instrument includes a body, a shaft assembly, a stapling head assembly, an anvil, an anvil adjustment assembly, a trigger, and a lockout assembly. The stapling head assembly is operable to drive an annular array of staples. The anvil is configured to couple with the stapling head assembly. The anvil adjustme... | 1. A surgical instrument comprising:
(a) a body; (b) a shaft assembly extending distally from the body; (c) a stapling head assembly located at the distal end of the shaft assembly, wherein the stapling head assembly comprises a distal surface, wherein the stapling head assembly is operable to drive an annular array of... | A surgical instrument includes a body, a shaft assembly, a stapling head assembly, an anvil, an anvil adjustment assembly, a trigger, and a lockout assembly. The stapling head assembly is operable to drive an annular array of staples. The anvil is configured to couple with the stapling head assembly. The anvil adjustme... | 3,700 |
16,074 | 16,074 | 11,379,406 | 3,783 | An automatic smoke evacuation and insufflation system for surgical procedures having a vacuum for removing gas, smoke, and debris from a surgical site and an insufflator for supplying gas to the body cavity of a patient. | 1. An automatic smoke evacuation and insufflation apparatus comprising:
a vacuum pump for removing at least one of a gas, smoke and debris from a surgical site; and an insufflator for supplying a gas to a body cavity of a patient to maintain a desired pressure within the body cavity. 2. The apparatus of claim 1 furth... | An automatic smoke evacuation and insufflation system for surgical procedures having a vacuum for removing gas, smoke, and debris from a surgical site and an insufflator for supplying gas to the body cavity of a patient.1. An automatic smoke evacuation and insufflation apparatus comprising:
a vacuum pump for removing ... | 3,700 |
16,075 | 16,075 | 14,467,006 | 3,799 | A lottery game allowing the player to make selections from a plurality of parameters. The parameters each represent specific units of time as well as astrological signs. The player can either pick the variables within the parameters or choose to have the computer select them. The player picks one or more parameters fro... | 1. A game of chance comprising:
a variable representing days in a calendar year, wherein a player selects a plurality of variables from a parameter representing a calendar year, wherein the gaming operator draws a plurality of variables from a parameter representing a calendar year, and wherein payouts for matching the... | A lottery game allowing the player to make selections from a plurality of parameters. The parameters each represent specific units of time as well as astrological signs. The player can either pick the variables within the parameters or choose to have the computer select them. The player picks one or more parameters fro... | 3,700 |
16,076 | 16,076 | 14,818,392 | 3,741 | A gas turbine engine includes a fan and a compressor section that is fluidly connected to the fan. The compressor includes a high pressure compressor and a low pressure compressor. A combustor is fluidly connected to the compressor section. A turbine section is fluidly connected to the combustor. The turbine section in... | 1. A gas turbine engine comprising:
high and low pressure turbines; a mid-turbine frame arranged axially between the high and low pressure turbines; a bearing operatively supported by a support structure; an inner case secured to the support structure and including a first conical member; and a bearing support to which... | A gas turbine engine includes a fan and a compressor section that is fluidly connected to the fan. The compressor includes a high pressure compressor and a low pressure compressor. A combustor is fluidly connected to the compressor section. A turbine section is fluidly connected to the combustor. The turbine section in... | 3,700 |
16,077 | 16,077 | 14,740,867 | 3,732 | A massage sock is provided having a stretchable fabric and a plurality of massage elements attached to the bottom of the foot of said sock, where the massage elements are located at discrete locations corresponding to reflexology body parts. | 1. A massage sock comprising:
a stretchable fabric; and a plurality of massage elements attached to the bottom of the foot of said sock; wherein said massage elements are located at discrete locations corresponding to reflexology body parts. 2. The sock as claimed in claim 1, wherein said fabric is elastic. 3. The sock... | A massage sock is provided having a stretchable fabric and a plurality of massage elements attached to the bottom of the foot of said sock, where the massage elements are located at discrete locations corresponding to reflexology body parts.1. A massage sock comprising:
a stretchable fabric; and a plurality of massage ... | 3,700 |
16,078 | 16,078 | 14,120,758 | 3,754 | A vent prevents a vacuum within an inverted container of liquid and eliminates components found in other container vents. The vent utilizes a conical or other shaped venting tube extending from the closure or a reservoir with reservoir extension and an air conduit extending inferiorly from a closure. The closure is eit... | 1. A container venting its interior to the atmosphere and resisting formation of a vacuum when the container is inverted to dispense a liquid therefrom, the container comprising:
the container having a neck for the admission of liquid into the container for usage, the container having a closure upon its neck, the closu... | A vent prevents a vacuum within an inverted container of liquid and eliminates components found in other container vents. The vent utilizes a conical or other shaped venting tube extending from the closure or a reservoir with reservoir extension and an air conduit extending inferiorly from a closure. The closure is eit... | 3,700 |
16,079 | 16,079 | 14,624,669 | 3,793 | An ultrasound imaging apparatus ( 100 ) includes a housing. The housing includes a plurality of sides ( 312 - 322, 412 - 422 ). The plurality of sides includes a material with at least one of an antibacterial or an antimicrobial agent thereon. The housing further includes an acoustic window ( 324, 424 ) of one of the s... | 1. An ultrasound imaging apparatus, comprising:
a housing, including:
a plurality of sides that include a material with at least one of an antibacterial or an antimicrobial agent thereon;
an acoustic window of one of the sides; and
a transducer array of transducing elements disposed within the sides and adjacent to the... | An ultrasound imaging apparatus ( 100 ) includes a housing. The housing includes a plurality of sides ( 312 - 322, 412 - 422 ). The plurality of sides includes a material with at least one of an antibacterial or an antimicrobial agent thereon. The housing further includes an acoustic window ( 324, 424 ) of one of the s... | 3,700 |
16,080 | 16,080 | 14,175,008 | 3,715 | A student personal computer (PC) presents educational questions at break points in a video game. It receives an identifier of a student. It receives a selection by the student of one of a plurality of video games, each of the video games including break points. It correlates the identifier of the student to a correspon... | 1. A method for regulating game play in a video game, the method comprising:
a computer receiving from a teacher an academic goal corresponding to a lesson plan for a multiplicity of students, the academic goal corresponding to a first set of educational questions to present to the students at respective break points o... | A student personal computer (PC) presents educational questions at break points in a video game. It receives an identifier of a student. It receives a selection by the student of one of a plurality of video games, each of the video games including break points. It correlates the identifier of the student to a correspon... | 3,700 |
16,081 | 16,081 | 14,678,197 | 3,723 | An abrasive sharpener including a housing having a slotted bottom surface, an abrasive rod pivotally mounted within the slotted bottom surface for movement between a stored position and an extended position, and a first magnet positioned within the slotted bottom surface and arranged to releasably secure the abrasive r... | 1. An abrasive sharpener comprising:
a housing comprising a slotted bottom surface; an abrasive rod pivotally mounted within the slotted bottom surface for movement between a stored position and an extended position; and, a first magnet positioned within the slotted bottom surface and arranged to releasably secure the ... | An abrasive sharpener including a housing having a slotted bottom surface, an abrasive rod pivotally mounted within the slotted bottom surface for movement between a stored position and an extended position, and a first magnet positioned within the slotted bottom surface and arranged to releasably secure the abrasive r... | 3,700 |
16,082 | 16,082 | 15,194,292 | 3,711 | A method of managing a card game through player terminals allows players to play a virtual card game. To perform the method, an electronic game table is provided and includes a plurality of player terminals. A computing unit of the electronic game table manages a virtual deck and a dealer profile. To begin the game, a ... | 1. A method of managing a card game through player terminals, the method comprises the steps of:
(A) providing an electronic game table, wherein the electronic game table comprises a computing unit and a plurality of player terminals; (B) managing a virtual deck, a dealer profile, and a winnable-hand ranking list with ... | A method of managing a card game through player terminals allows players to play a virtual card game. To perform the method, an electronic game table is provided and includes a plurality of player terminals. A computing unit of the electronic game table manages a virtual deck and a dealer profile. To begin the game, a ... | 3,700 |
16,083 | 16,083 | 14,982,437 | 3,741 | A turbofan engine assembly includes a core gas turbine engine with a booster compressor having a radially outer diameter, a fan case assembly, and an outlet guide vane assembly. The outlet guide vane assembly includes a plurality of outlet guide vane segments spaced circumferentially about the core gas turbine engine. ... | 1. A turbofan engine assembly comprising:
a core gas turbine engine comprising a booster compressor having a radially outer diameter; a fan case assembly; and an outlet guide vane assembly comprising a plurality of outlet guide vane segments spaced circumferentially about said core gas turbine engine, each outlet guide... | A turbofan engine assembly includes a core gas turbine engine with a booster compressor having a radially outer diameter, a fan case assembly, and an outlet guide vane assembly. The outlet guide vane assembly includes a plurality of outlet guide vane segments spaced circumferentially about the core gas turbine engine. ... | 3,700 |
16,084 | 16,084 | 14,117,915 | 3,761 | The invention relates to a laser nozzle that can be used in laser cutting, notably with a fibre or disc laser, comprising a nozzle body comprising an axial housing passing axially through said nozzle body and comprising a first outlet orifice situated at the front face of the nozzle body, and a movable element comprisi... | 1-11. (canceled) 12. A laser nozzle comprising:
a nozzle body comprising an axial housing passing axially through said nozzle body and comprising a first outlet orifice situated at the front face of the nozzle body and a movable element comprising a front part forming a skirt, arranged in the axial housing of the nozzl... | The invention relates to a laser nozzle that can be used in laser cutting, notably with a fibre or disc laser, comprising a nozzle body comprising an axial housing passing axially through said nozzle body and comprising a first outlet orifice situated at the front face of the nozzle body, and a movable element comprisi... | 3,700 |
16,085 | 16,085 | 14,800,562 | 3,762 | A system for pyrolysis of a biomass including a furnace and a reactor. The furnace includes a combustion chamber. The furnace configured for generating thermal energy from combustion within the combustion chamber and supplying the thermal energy to at least one operation within a biomass facility. The reactor may inclu... | 1. A system for pyrolysis of a biomass, the system comprising:
a furnace comprising a combustion chamber, the furnace configured for generating thermal energy from combustion within the combustion chamber and supplying the thermal energy to at least one operation within a biomass facility; and a reactor comprising a py... | A system for pyrolysis of a biomass including a furnace and a reactor. The furnace includes a combustion chamber. The furnace configured for generating thermal energy from combustion within the combustion chamber and supplying the thermal energy to at least one operation within a biomass facility. The reactor may inclu... | 3,700 |
16,086 | 16,086 | 13,788,018 | 3,715 | Systems and methods enable one or more players to play games of chance. A system includes a memory device a memory device configured to store instructions that are executable by a processor to provide a game of chance in which a plurality of house indicia is selected from a pool of house indicia. The system also includ... | 1. A system comprising:
a memory device configured to store instructions that are executable by a processor to provide a game of chance in which a plurality of house indicia is selected from a pool of house indicia; and a processor coupled to said memory device for executing the instructions, wherein, when said process... | Systems and methods enable one or more players to play games of chance. A system includes a memory device a memory device configured to store instructions that are executable by a processor to provide a game of chance in which a plurality of house indicia is selected from a pool of house indicia. The system also includ... | 3,700 |
16,087 | 16,087 | 12,731,549 | 3,763 | The method includes the introduction of a feed flow into a first flask, the dynamic expansion of the gaseous flow issuing from the flask in a turbine, then its introduction into a first purification column.
It comprises the production at the head of the first column of a purified gas and the recovery at the botto... | 1. Method of processing a dried and decarbonated feed natural gas in order to obtain a processed natural gas intended to be liquefied and a cut of C5 + hydrocarbons, the method comprising the following steps:
cooling of the feed natural gas in a first heat exchanger to form a pre-cooled feed flow; introduction of the p... | The method includes the introduction of a feed flow into a first flask, the dynamic expansion of the gaseous flow issuing from the flask in a turbine, then its introduction into a first purification column.
It comprises the production at the head of the first column of a purified gas and the recovery at the botto... | 3,700 |
16,088 | 16,088 | 15,340,049 | 3,732 | A multilayer article that includes a first polymer foam layer; a second polymer foam layer; and a carbon layer located between the first polymer foam layer and the second polymer foam layer. An article, such as a helmet, can comprise the multilayer article. | 1. A multilayer article comprising
a first polymer foam layer; a second polymer foam layer; and a carbon layer located between the first polymer foam layer and the second polymer foam layer. 2. The multilayer article of claim 1, wherein the first polymer foam layer and the second polymer foam layer each independently c... | A multilayer article that includes a first polymer foam layer; a second polymer foam layer; and a carbon layer located between the first polymer foam layer and the second polymer foam layer. An article, such as a helmet, can comprise the multilayer article.1. A multilayer article comprising
a first polymer foam layer; ... | 3,700 |
16,089 | 16,089 | 14,688,354 | 3,711 | A system and method for improving a player's shooting efficiency by providing a player with various shooting challenge routines at which a player makes either a total number of shots or a total number shots in a row. Statistics regarding the player's performance are stored, printed and/or evaluated and the player can u... | 1. A basketball practice system which enables a player to practice basketball, comprising:
a gun or ejector which launches a sequence of basketball passes to the player; a display or interface for controlling or programming said gun or ejector which:
i) indicates a plurality of different positions at which said gun or ... | A system and method for improving a player's shooting efficiency by providing a player with various shooting challenge routines at which a player makes either a total number of shots or a total number shots in a row. Statistics regarding the player's performance are stored, printed and/or evaluated and the player can u... | 3,700 |
16,090 | 16,090 | 15,407,588 | 3,753 | A valve assembly comprises a housing having a first chamber, a second chamber, and a valve seat disposed between the first and second chambers. A valve head is disposed in the housing and is moveable relative to the housing between an open position spaced from the valve seat and a closed position engaged with the valve... | 1. A valve assembly comprising:
a housing having an inlet and an outlet spaced from each other, a first chamber defining said inlet, a second chamber defining said outlet, and a valve seat disposed between said first and second chambers, wherein fluid communicates between said first and second chambers; a valve head di... | A valve assembly comprises a housing having a first chamber, a second chamber, and a valve seat disposed between the first and second chambers. A valve head is disposed in the housing and is moveable relative to the housing between an open position spaced from the valve seat and a closed position engaged with the valve... | 3,700 |
16,091 | 16,091 | 13,487,986 | 3,791 | A system and method is used for determining from EEG signals the lack of awareness and the depth of anesthesia of a patient to whom an anesthetic agent is being administered. In particular, a log-log representation of the EEG power spectrum of a current patient is compared to another log-log spectrum of a patient in a ... | 1. A method for providing an indication of a state of awareness for a patient, comprising the steps of:
acquiring a first EEG power spectrogram of a patient exposed to anesthesia; comparing the first EEG power spectrogram to a second EEG power spectrogram, wherein the second EEG power spectrogram is associated with a k... | A system and method is used for determining from EEG signals the lack of awareness and the depth of anesthesia of a patient to whom an anesthetic agent is being administered. In particular, a log-log representation of the EEG power spectrum of a current patient is compared to another log-log spectrum of a patient in a ... | 3,700 |
16,092 | 16,092 | 14,493,320 | 3,735 | The present disclosure, in one embodiment, relates to a packaging assembly for holding liquids, viscous material, or particulate material. The packaging assembly includes a carton having side and bottom walls and an open top. A self-supporting plastic liner fits inside of the carton and is for containing liquids, visco... | 1. A packaging assembly for holding contents, comprising:
a self-supporting liner for holding contents and having a side wall, a closed bottom end characterized by a bottom wall formed integral with the side wall, and an open top end having an outwardly-projecting rim, said rim comprising a flange portion; and a peel-r... | The present disclosure, in one embodiment, relates to a packaging assembly for holding liquids, viscous material, or particulate material. The packaging assembly includes a carton having side and bottom walls and an open top. A self-supporting plastic liner fits inside of the carton and is for containing liquids, visco... | 3,700 |
16,093 | 16,093 | 14,581,549 | 3,783 | Apparatus for delivering therapeutic agents to the central nervous system of a subject is described. The apparatus includes at least one intracranial catheter and a percutaneous access device. The percutaneous access device includes a body having at least one extracorporeal surface and at least one subcutaneous surface... | 1. Apparatus for delivering a therapeutic agent to the central nervous system, comprising:
at least two intracranial catheters; and a percutaneous access device, the percutaneous access device comprising a body having at least one extracorporeal surface and at least one subcutaneous surface, the body defining at least ... | Apparatus for delivering therapeutic agents to the central nervous system of a subject is described. The apparatus includes at least one intracranial catheter and a percutaneous access device. The percutaneous access device includes a body having at least one extracorporeal surface and at least one subcutaneous surface... | 3,700 |
16,094 | 16,094 | 14,749,742 | 3,761 | A line-shaped assembly includes a heat source that includes a heat source main body extending straightly and a heat source cover member covering the heat source main body, and a tubular-shaped heat source protective member that accommodates and protects the heat source. The heat source protective member is made of resi... | 1. A line-shaped assembly comprising:
a heat source that includes a heat source main body extending straightly, and a heat source cover member covering the heat source main body; and a tubular-shaped heat source protective member that accommodates and protects the heat source, wherein the heat source protective member ... | A line-shaped assembly includes a heat source that includes a heat source main body extending straightly and a heat source cover member covering the heat source main body, and a tubular-shaped heat source protective member that accommodates and protects the heat source. The heat source protective member is made of resi... | 3,700 |
16,095 | 16,095 | 15,112,447 | 3,792 | The invention relates generally to the treatment of skin using laser light, and more particularly to a non-invasive device and method for such treatment. During skin treatments, heating of the epidermis is undesired because it may cause discomfort for the person being treated, adverse skin reactions and unwanted change... | 1. A non-invasive device for treatment of an inner skin layer using laser light, the device comprising:
a light source and an associated optical system for generating pulses of a laser treatment beam along a treatment optical axis of the device, the light source and the optical system being configured and arranged to p... | The invention relates generally to the treatment of skin using laser light, and more particularly to a non-invasive device and method for such treatment. During skin treatments, heating of the epidermis is undesired because it may cause discomfort for the person being treated, adverse skin reactions and unwanted change... | 3,700 |
16,096 | 16,096 | 14,597,532 | 3,783 | The present invention is directed to circular surgical staplers for anastomotic joining of tissue comprising a stapling head connected to an opposing anvil, said stapling head containing a plurality of deployable staples in concentric arrays; a plurality of resorbable medicant-releasing microneedles, the microneedles c... | 1. A circular surgical stapler for anastomotic joining of tissue comprising:
a) a stapling head connected to an opposing anvil, said stapling head containing a plurality of deployable staples in concentric arrays; b) a plurality of resorbable medicant-releasing microneedles, said microneedles comprising elongated rods ... | The present invention is directed to circular surgical staplers for anastomotic joining of tissue comprising a stapling head connected to an opposing anvil, said stapling head containing a plurality of deployable staples in concentric arrays; a plurality of resorbable medicant-releasing microneedles, the microneedles c... | 3,700 |
16,097 | 16,097 | 14,409,674 | 3,752 | A system includes a gas exhaust line, a valve coupling the gas exhaust line and a pipe, and a control unit generating a command to open and close the valve, the control unit opening the valve to vent gas from the pipe and closing the valve within a period of time. A method includes receiving a command at a valve to ope... | 1. A system comprising:
a gas exhaust line; a valve coupling the gas exhaust line and a pipe; and a control unit generating a command to open and close the valve, the control unit opening the valve to vent gas from the pipe and closing the valve within a period of time. 2. The system of claim 1, further comprising:
a d... | A system includes a gas exhaust line, a valve coupling the gas exhaust line and a pipe, and a control unit generating a command to open and close the valve, the control unit opening the valve to vent gas from the pipe and closing the valve within a period of time. A method includes receiving a command at a valve to ope... | 3,700 |
16,098 | 16,098 | 14,868,588 | 3,746 | The invention relates to a condenser system comprising a condenser with an extraction system. The vent system adapted for variable non-condensable loading by comprising an adjustable ejector for adjustably reducing a pressure ratio between different regions of the condenser. | 1. A condenser with a condensing steam flow path, comprising;
a plurality of cooling tubes, extending transversely to the steam flow path, for containing and directing a cooling water flow; and an extraction system comprising:
a first extraction line, with a first inlet;
a second extraction line, with a second inlet lo... | The invention relates to a condenser system comprising a condenser with an extraction system. The vent system adapted for variable non-condensable loading by comprising an adjustable ejector for adjustably reducing a pressure ratio between different regions of the condenser.1. A condenser with a condensing steam flow p... | 3,700 |
16,099 | 16,099 | 15,431,742 | 3,715 | Embodiments of the present invention set forth systems, apparatuses and methods for combining symbols in gaming devices. Accordingly, a gaming device can be configured to display a plurality of game elements each including a game symbol on a game display in response to a game initiation signal. When one or more predefi... | 1. A poker gaming device comprising:
a body structure having a player input device; a video display device housed in the body structure, the video display including a game portion having a grid of multiple card positions; a memory device enclosed in the body structure, the memory device storing executable instructions ... | Embodiments of the present invention set forth systems, apparatuses and methods for combining symbols in gaming devices. Accordingly, a gaming device can be configured to display a plurality of game elements each including a game symbol on a game display in response to a game initiation signal. When one or more predefi... | 3,700 |
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