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1. 20110010212 Trainee Incentive and Reward Method - The invention is a method and system that provides for efficiently incentivising and rewarding employees for their 01-13-2011
2. 20100330837 Computer Cable Connector Protector - device and method for reinforcing a connector and a portion of cable adjacent to the connector is herein disclosed 12-30-2010
3. 20100323086 PLANTS AND SEEDS OF SPRING CANOLA VARIETY SCV218328 12-23-2010
4. 20100214884 TIMEPIECE COMPRISING AN ALARM - timepiece equipped with an alarm mechanism having a striking device and a minute repeater mechanism provided with a 08-26-2010
5. 20100187461 HIGH-PRESSURE PLUG VALVE - plug valve has a valve body a cage fitted within the valve body and a rotatable plug housed within a cylindrical cavity in 07-29-2010
6. 20100186660 Multiple bookmarker - This present invention is a bookmarker like no other bookmarker 07-29-2010
7. 20100175578 Motorcycle Turntable - The invention is an apparatus that enables a personal transportation vehicle such a motorcycle 07-15-2010
8. 20100170134 ROTATABLE GUN REST - The invention is a device that allows a marksman to easily rotate and position a gun from the elevated position of a deerstand 07-08-2010
9. 20100132418 IMPACT RESISTANT ELECTRONIC LOCK - electronically controlled solenoid lock mechanism that remains locked when subjected to an impact type force 06-03-2010
10. 20100116153 EASY-TO-USE FOOD SLICER - can slice food into predetermined thickness 05-13-2010
11. 20100109369 LIFT GATE ASSIST MECHANISM - The invention disclosed herein relates to a novel mechanism for assisting in opening and closing the lift gate on a 05-06-2010
12. 20100029165 Method for Securing a Minature Blub in a Holder 02-04-2010
13. 20100017933 Modular medical apparel for use by patients during medical care and treatment 01-28-2010
14. 20090311379 Method For Simulating The Functional Attributes Of Human Milk Oligosaccharides In Formula-Fed Infants 12-17-2009
15. 20090307992 Security Shelter for Small Personal Transportation Vehicles 12-17-2009
16. 20090305218 Object-Based System and Language for Dynamic Data or Network Interaction Including Learning Management 12-10-2009
17. 20090302737 SPRING COIL SHUNT FOR LIGHT STRING SOCKET 12-10-2009
18. 20090300792 Endogenous regulator of RNA silencing in plants 12-03-2009
19. 20090299516 SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF IDENTIFYING AND MANIPULATING OBJECTS 12-03-2009
20. 20090296424 Asymmetric Spring Coil Shunt For Light String Socket 12-03-2009
21. 20090296397 PUSH ROD SHUNT FOR LIGHT STRING SOCKETS - shunt for use in a socket of a string of lights resides in an otherwise typical lamp of a string of lights 12-03-2009
22. 20090296396 Mechanical Shunt For Light String Socket With Self-Cleaning Feature 12-03-2009
23. 20090293989 Fuel Dispenser Utilizing Pressure Sensor For Theft Detection 12-03-2009
24. 20090293299 MEASUREMENT OF MICROMOVEMENTS - micromovement measuring device has a first element such as a probe tip or flat plate coupled to a test body the movement 12-03-2009
25. 20090291844 Electroactivated film with immobilized peroxide activating catalyst 11-26-2009
26. 20090291843 Electroactivated film with polymer gel electrolyte 11-26-2009
27. 20090289176 COPLANAR CAMERA SCANNING SYSTEM - system for scanning objects having at least two linear array sensors, adapted to detect light input signals, is 11-26-2009
28. 20090288946 Electroactivated film with layered structure 11-26-2009
29. 20090288945 Electroactivated film with electrocatalyst-enhanced carbon electrode 11-26-2009
30. 20090287457 Remote Monitoring System 11-19-2009
31. 20090287447 Remote Monitoring System 11-19-2009
32. 20090284176 INTELLIGENT ILLUMNIATION SOURCE PARTICULARLY FOR MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS 11-19-2009
33. 20090283277 CONFIGURABLE WELLHEAD SYSTEM WITH PERMANENT FRACTURING SPOOL AND METHOD OF USE 11-19-2009
34. 20090278397 VEHICLE WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS - vehicle wheel weight comprises a mass portion cold-formed of nonlead material and a heat-treated spring clip 11-12-2009
35. 20090277647 METHOD OF SUBSURFACE LUBRICATION TO FACILITATE WELL COMPLETION, RE-COMPLETION AND WORKOVER 11-12-2009
36. 20090277627 SUBSURFACE LUBRICATOR AND METHOD OF USE - subsurface lubricator facilitates well completion, re-completion and workover while increasing safety and 11-12-2009
37. 20090265638 System and method for controlling secure content and non-secure content at a fuel dispenser or other retail device 10-22-2009
38. 20090260427 Measuring Head for Nanoindentation Instrument and Measuring Method Using Same 10-22-2009
39. 20090259157 Method for imparting antimicrobial characteristics to hydrophilic fabrics 10-15-2009
40. 20090256700 Wireless Probe System and Method For a Fueling Environment 10-15-2009
41. 20090249621 METHOD FOR MAKING A MINIATURIZED DEVICE IN VOLUME 10-08-2009
42. 20090247647 Method of Stimulating Proteoglycan Synthesis in Cells 10-01-2009
43. 20090246546 METHOD FOR PRODUCING A PLASTIC MEMBRANE DEVICE AND THE THUS OBTAINED DEVICE 10-01-2009
44. 20090243370 WHEEL WEIGHT - segment for use on a wheel including a rim having a body with a top surface a bottom surface 10-01-2009
45. 20090241421 Window system with integral mounting base 10-01-2009
46. 20090238667 ROUND COTTON MODULE OPENER - round module opener for use with a round module of cotton including a first cradle movably mounted to a first frame 09-24-2009
47. 20090236090 Erosion Resistant Frac Head - with a convergence chamber an expansion chamber and a mixing chamber provides improved resistance to erosion caused by 09-24-2009
48. 20090222208 Magnetic Beacon Guidance System - method of guiding a probe to a target includes placing a magnetic field generator at the target and guiding the probe 09-03-2009
49. 20090222131 INTERNET CAPABLE BROWSER DISPENSER ARCHITECTURE 09-03-2009
50. 20090213617 Illumination Device for a Microscope - , in particular for an operation microscope, has a light source with an improved lifetime 08-27-2009
51. 20090213457 Illumination Device for a Microscope - has a variable working distance at which an object is illuminated obliquely from two different directions 08-27-2009
52. 20090212690 Flexible electroluminescent devices and systems 08-27-2009
53. 20090212171 Christmas Light Display Aparatus - The invention is an apparatus that facilitates the efficient arrangement of a Christmas light display and the 08-27-2009
54. 20090206762 LED Light String with Split Bridge Rectifier and Thermistor Fuse 08-20-2009
55. 20090199496 WINDOW FRAME HEAD AND SILL MEMBERS - window frame for use with a window assembly with a sash slidably mounted in the window frame the sash having a top 08-13-2009
56. 20090199495 WEATHERSTRIP FOR DOUBLE-HUNG WINDOW ASSEMBLY 08-13-2009
57. 20090193755 Composite Deck System - composite a deck system having a deck component and a concrete component 08-06-2009
58. 20090188194 Panelization System and Method - prefabricated panelization system having a floor or roof component and a frame component 07-30-2009
59. 20090187528 METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSESSING RISK - system and method for assessing a risk outcome that is affected by other risks 07-23-2009
60. 20090183613 MICROMANIPULATOR FOR A CRYOMICROTOME - microtome system has a cryomicrotome with a sectioning device in which is provided a preparation holder and a 07-23-2009
61. 20090183447 Apparatus and methods for protecting an opening of a structure 07-23-2009
62. 20090173009 Window Latch - latch for use in a window comprising a bottom sash mounted in a window frame the latch comprising a housing comprising a top wall 07-09-2009
63. 20090172591 Portable IR Thermometer Having Graphical User Display and Interface 07-02-2009
64. 20090168835 Portable IR Thermometer Having USB-HID Interface 07-02-2009
65. 20090165907 Removable Shoe Guard - The invention is a removable motorcycle gear shifter covering that prevents marring of a motorcyclist's shoe during upshifting 07-02-2009
66. 20090165406 INTEGRAL SILL CORNER WITH UPSTAND - sill corner for use in a sill assembly supported on a base surface, the sill assembly comprising a vertical jamb and 07-02-2009
67. 20090160186 Threaded union for tubulars used in high-pressure fluid applications 06-25-2009
68. 20090157492 Trainee Incentive and Reward Method - The invention is a method and system that provides for efficiently incentivising and rewarding employees for their 06-18-2009
69. 20090155471 Method and Apparatus for Coating Pine Straw 06-18-2009
70. 20090154696 System and Method for Secure Keypad Protocol Emulation in a Fuel Dispenser Environment 06-18-2009
71. 20090149790 ORTHOTIC DEVICE SPANNING ELBOW - orthotic for mounting on a user's arm comprises an upper cuff that is removeably attachable to the user's arm at a 06-11-2009
72. 20090148264 OBJECT BLOCK MAGAZINE - magazine having compartments for receiving cassettes has an outer housing having an open top and an open front side 06-11-2009
73. 20090146335 Cassette Changing Device - for a microtome has a housing having a loading opening, a transfer opening and an unloading opening 06-11-2009
74. 20090145593 Snubber Spool With Detachable Base Plates 06-11-2009
75. 20090144916 A GANGWAY AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME 06-11-2009
76. 20090133438 BRACELET CLASP COMPRISING A SLIDING CATCH 05-28-2009
77. 20090133296 DIGGING AND BACKFILL APPARATUS - mobile digging and backfill system for removing and collecting material above a buried utility 05-28-2009
78. 20090126331 Debris Collection Device - The invention is a device for the safe and efficient collection of debris displaced across a collection field 05-21-2009
79. 20090125153 Nozzle Snap Flow Compensation - fuel dispenser including a fuel delivery path configured to deliver fuel to a vehicle a display configured to display 05-14-2009
80. 20090115144 DRILL CHUCK - chuck with a generally cylindrical body having a tail section configured to receive a drive shaft of a driver and a nose section having an 05-07-2009
81. 20090114870 TWO-PART BACK CAP FOR A PLUG VALVE AND PLUG VALVES INCORPORATING SAME 05-07-2009
82. 20090114676 Fuel dispensing apparatus having internal surface corrosion protection arrangement 05-07-2009
83. 20090114397 HYBRID WELLHEAD SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE 05-07-2009
84. 20090114123 Thin-layer lignocellulose composites having increased resistance to moisture and methods of making the same 05-07-2009
85. 20090113830 Composite garage doors and processes for making such doors 05-07-2009
86. 20090113800 WINDOW LATCH - latch for use in a window the latch including a faceplate a pair of opposed sidewalls 05-07-2009
87. 20090111776 Novel tetracycline derivatives as antibacterial agents 04-30-2009
88. 20090110811 Method of improving the thermal stability of electrically conductive polymer films 04-30-2009
89. 20090107303 TOOL LOCKING MECHANISM - locking mechanism for use with a tool has a tool having a first working end an opposite second end 04-30-2009
90. 20090106094 AUCTIONING AND ADVERTISEMENT PLACEMENT SYSTEM 04-23-2009
91. 20090102663 APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TUNING A RADIO FREQUENCY ANTENNA 04-23-2009
92. 20090102455 Digital multimeter having hinged shield arrangement 04-23-2009
93. 20090099492 SPLINT ASSEMBLY FOR POSITIONING OF THE HAND 04-16-2009
94. 20090098303 Coatings to increase water and grease resistance of porous materials and materials having such protection 04-16-2009
95. 20090095933 GATE VALVE WITH REPLACEABLE INSERTS AND METHOD OF REFURBISHING SAME 04-16-2009
96. 20090095047 DIMENSIONING AND BARCODE READING SYSTEM - system and method for auto-calibrating a barcode scanning tunnel to determine the orientation of one or more 04-16-2009
97. 20090091131 HIGH-PRESSURE THREADED UNION WITH METAL-TO-METAL SEAL, AND METAL RING GASKET FOR SAME 04-09-2009
98. 20090090864 Thermal imager having integrated support assembly 04-09-2009
99. 20090090309 Animal Urine Specimen Collector - The invention is a device that facilitates the collection of urine and other such specimens from animals for the 04-09-2009
100. 20090090067 Rain gutter cover - comprising an elongate cover member adapted to be situated over an open trough of a rain gutter 04-09-2009
101. 20090089923 SINGLE-USE LAVATORY - including bag and ring which is connected to the open end of bag and consists of two hinged parts 04-09-2009
102. 20090084840 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAYMENT AT A POINT-OF-SALE TERMINAL 04-02-2009
103. 20090084538 DRILLING FLANGE AND INDEPENDENT SCREWED WELLHEAD WITH METAL-TO-METAL SEAL AND METHOD OF USE 04-02-2009
104. 20090081031 Vertical vapor compressor - vapor compressor for use with a distillation system, the compressor including a housing defining an interior volume 03-26-2009
105. 20090077142 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRESERVING HISTORICAL INFORMATION FOR VIEWING BY POSTERITY 03-19-2009
106. 20090074973 Two-layer transparent electrostatic charge dissipating coating 03-19-2009
107. 20090072501 CHUCK WITH TORQUE INDICATOR - chuck for a driver having a rotatable drive shaft, the chuck having a cylindrical body member having a nose section and a 03-19-2009
108. 20090071609 METHOD AND SYSTEMS FOR THE AUTOMATED MANUFACTURE OF COMPOSITE DOORS 03-19-2009
109. 20090070490 Dynamic Characterization of Nodes in a Semantic Network for Desired Functions Such As Search, Discovery, Matching, Content Delivery, and synchronization of Activity and Information 03-12-2009
110. 20090066093 WINDOW LATCH - latch for use in a window the latch including a faceplate a pair of opposed sidewalls 03-12-2009
111. 20090048945 FUEL DISPENSER - method of conducting a transaction at a fuel dispenser comprising the steps of providing a fuel dispenser having a housing 02-19-2009
112. 20090048711 FUEL DISPENSER - method of operating a fuel dispenser comprising receiving an input signal to activate the fuel dispenser 02-19-2009
113. 20090048710 FUEL DISPENSER - method of conducting a transaction at fuel dispenser comprises the steps of providing a fuel dispenser having a fuel dispensing 02-19-2009
114. 20090048709 FUEL DISPENSER - comprises a housing a fuel dispensing apparatus mounted within the housing the fuel dispensing apparatus having control electronics 02-19-2009
115. 20090048708 FUEL DISPENSER - comprising a housing having at least one display a fuel dispensing apparatus mounted within the housing 02-19-2009
116. 20090048707 FUEL DISPENSER - method of operating a fuel dispenser comprising providing a fuel dispenser having a housing a fuel dispensing apparatus mounted within 02-19-2009
117. 20090048706 FUEL DISPENSER - comprising a housing a fuel dispensing apparatus mounted within the housing control electronics operatively connected to the fuel 02-19-2009
118. 20090047841 Digital multimeter having sealed input jack detection arrangement 02-19-2009
119. 20090045806 Digital multimeter having case panel structure 02-19-2009
120. 20090045805 Digital multimeter having housing sealing arrangement 02-19-2009
121. 20090045594 Locking chuck - chuck includes a generally cylindrical body constructed of aluminum and a plurality of jaws moveably disposed with respect to the body 02-19-2009
122. 20090045254 DEVICE FOR CHECKING THE REGULARITY OF THE OPERATION OF AUTOMATIC PAYMENT TERMINALS 02-19-2009
123. 20090045038 Digital multimeter having improved rotary switch assembly 02-19-2009
124. 20090044471 Fiber-Reinforced Composites and Building Structures Comprising Fiber-Reinforced Composites 02-19-2009
125. 20090043688 Revenue participation interests with guaranteed returns and methods related thereto 02-12-2009
126. 20090039893 Electrolyte measurement device and measurement procedure 02-12-2009
127. 20090038791 CUP TOOL WITH THREE-PART PACKOFF FOR A HIGH PRESSURE MANDREL 02-12-2009
128. 20090025925 MULTI-LOCK ADAPTERS FOR INDEPENDENT SCREWED WELLHEADS AND METHODS OF USING SAME 01-29-2009
129. 20090025319 INSTALLATION SYSTEM FOR WINDOW AND DOOR ASSEMBLIES 01-29-2009
130. 20090025154 Vehicle And Equipment Hauler Attachment For Pickup Trucks 01-29-2009
131. 20090008100 Fixed-point packoff element with primary seal test capability 01-08-2009
132. 20090004315 System and method for making extruded, composite material 01-01-2009
133. 20090001628 System and method for making extruded, composite material 01-01-2009
134. 20080319949 METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INTERACTIVE, MULTI-USER ELECTRONIC DATA TRANSMISSION IN A MULTI-LEVEL MONITORED AND FILTERED SYSTEM 12-25-2008
135. 20080317962 Multi-layer and composite corrosion resistant coatings 12-25-2008
136. 20080315979 WAVEGUIDE QUICK DISCONNECT CLAMP - includes a first arm and a second arm both arms having a first end 12-25-2008
137. 20080315581 Non-Rotating Coupling Device - The invention is a quick connect and disconnect coupling which limits the free rotation between the female socket and the 12-25-2008
138. 20080313078 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VERIFICATION OF SITE LOCATION USING AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC USER INTERFACE ON A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE 12-18-2008
139. 20080313062 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MAPPING PAPER RECEIPTS TO ELECTRONIC RECEIPTS USING AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC USER INTERFACE ON A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE 12-18-2008
140. 20080313028 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONSUMER NOTIFICATION THAT AN ORDER IS READY FOR PICK UP VIA AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC USER INTERFACE ON A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE 12-18-2008
141. 20080310018 Split Screen Discrete Viewing Apparatus and Method 12-18-2008
142. 20080308628 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING RECEIPTS, ADVERTISING, PROMOTION, LOYALTY PROGRAMS, AND CONTESTS TO A CONSUMER VIA AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC USER INTERFACE ON A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE 12-18-2008
143. 20080304372 Diver's Watch - having a frame and a case containing a clockwork movement associated with time displaying means 12-11-2008
144. 20080303413 Electroluminescent Panel and Method for the Production Thereof 12-11-2008
145. 20080302696 Spent Gum Wrapper Dispenser and Method of Using Same 12-11-2008
146. 20080302017 Window Latch - latch for use in a window with a top sash and a bottom sash 12-11-2008
147. 20080299224 Resuscitation fluid - which includes an ionic salt at a concentration above about 12-04-2008
148. 20080296122 QUICK RELEASE HAND BRAKE - brake mechanism comprises a housing a first handle a first shaft mounted in the housing having at least one gear rotatably 12-04-2008
149. 20080295568 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED CALIBRATION OF A FUEL FLOW METER IN A FUEL DISPENSER 12-04-2008
150. 20080294566 System for Funding an Organization - with cash flows derived from the death benefits of life insurance policies initiated within a bankrupt remote 11-27-2008
151. 20080294534 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ONLINE SHOPPING OPTIMIZATION 11-27-2008
152. 20080289278 Framing system for mounting flexible sheets 11-27-2008
153. 20080287212 Golf Club Shaft and Method of Fabricating the Same 11-20-2008
154. 20080286581 Thin-layer lignocellulose composites having increased resistance to moisture and methods of making the same 11-20-2008
155. 20080277120 Retrievable frac mandrel and well control stack to facilitate well completion, re-completion or workover and method of use 11-13-2008
156. 20080276852 Use of floatation material to support a vehicle in water 11-13-2008
157. 20080274820 GOLF SWING AID - for assisting a golf player in properly maintaining alignment balance and lower body biomechanics during a golf swing comprising a base 11-06-2008
158. 20080273725 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIRECTIONALLY RADIATING SOUND 11-06-2008
159. 20080273724 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIRECTIONALLY RADIATING SOUND 11-06-2008
160. 20080273723 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIRECTIONALLY RADIATING SOUND 11-06-2008
161. 20080273714 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIRECTIONALLY RADIATING SOUND 11-06-2008
162. 20080273713 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DIRECTIONALLY RADIATING SOUND 11-06-2008
163. 20080273426 Timepiece Comprising an Alarm - timepiece with an alarm mechanism having: a power source which is locked when the mechanism is at rest and unlocked when 11-06-2008
164. 20080272679 REFRIGERATOR HAVING IMPROVED ICE ACCESS FEATURE 11-06-2008
165. 20080272341 Corrosion-responsive coating formulations for protection of metal surfaces 11-06-2008
166. 20080271475 REFRIGERATOR HAVING COMPARTMENT CAPABLE OF CONVERTING BETWEEN REFRIGERATION AND FREEZING TEMPERATURES 11-06-2008
167. 20080257540 Multipart frac head with replaceable components 10-23-2008
168. 20080257429 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING PRESSURE VARIATIONS IN FUEL DISPENSERS TO MORE ACCURATELY MEASURE FUEL DELIVERED 10-23-2008
169. 20080254681 USB cable for use in industrial environments 10-16-2008
170. 20080252457 Electronic vehicle tag - The present invention consists of an electronic vehicle tag , which is preferably 12 10-16-2008
171. 20080251251 Wellhead and control stack pressure test plug tool 10-16-2008
172. 20080244859 VACUUM SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED MOBILITY - self-propelled mobile vacuum system comprising a vacuum source that provides suction for the removal of debris 10-09-2008
173. 20080242548 Method of microencapsulating an agricultural active having a high melting point and uses for such materials 10-02-2008
174. 20080235105 SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC USER INTERFACE ON A PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE FOR CONDUCTING TRANSACTIONS WITH RETAIL DEVICES 09-25-2008
175. 20080234129 Lignin-based microparticles for the controlled release of agricultural actives 09-25-2008
176. 20080232008 Electrostatic discharge safe under conveyor antenna 09-25-2008
177. 20080230483 Disposable organoclay cartridge - disposable cartridge for the removal of contaminant particles having a diameter of less than about 09-25-2008
178. 20080230146 Automated Fuel Quality Detection and Dispenser Control System and Method, Particularly for Aviation Fueling Applications 09-25-2008
179. 20080230016 Low maintenance fluid heater and method of firing same 09-25-2008
180. 20080220506 Tissue scaffold having aligned fibrils, apparatus and method for producing the same, and artificial tissue and methods of use thereof 09-11-2008
181. 20080217820 Tissue scaffold having aligned fibrils, apparatus and method for producing the same, and artificial tissue and methods of use thereof 09-11-2008
182. 20080216916 FUELING SYSTEM VAPOR RECOVERY AND CONTAINMENT PERFORMANCE MONITOR AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF 09-11-2008
183. 20080216705 Corrosion resistant coatings with modified metal salts of corrosion resisting organic anions 09-11-2008
184. 20080214531 Methods and compositions for the treatment of insulin resistance, diabetes, and diabetes-associated dyslipdemia 09-04-2008
185. 20080209637 SLEEP DEVICE - for use in a seated position comprises a hollow shaped body formed from a resilient polymer having a plurality of sidewalls extending 09-04-2008
186. 20080207667 Use of nalbuphine and related compounds to treat symptoms of respiratory problems 08-28-2008
187. 20080202944 Method for Use of an Electrochemical Sensor and Electrodes Forming Said Sensor 08-28-2008
188. 20080196882 Slip Spool Assembly and Method of Using Same 08-21-2008
189. 20080196317 Impact resistant multipane window - Briefly therefore the present invention is directed to a novel method of making a double glazed impact resistant 08-21-2008