Shipp, US
Chris Shipp, Montgomery, TX US
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20150322718 | POWER SECTION AND BEARING SECTION OF DOWNHOLE MOTOR - A motor assembly includes a power section extending between a first end and a second end. A bearing assembly section is disposed downhole from the second end of the power section. The outer diameter of the power section is smaller than an outer diameter of the bearing assembly section. | 11-12-2015 |
Dane Shipp, Solana Beach, CA US
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20110196209 | Speculum Blade Extender - A speculum blade extender apparatus including a body composed of semi-rigid reusable material with first and second walls separated from and coupled together to form a cavity and extending laterally to form opposing lateral lips and extending distally to form a distal lip, such that the contact surface area of the speculum blade is increased, resulting in more efficient and accurate examinations and addressing patient and medical practitioner concerns, collectively. | 08-11-2011 |
David Doyle Shipp, Murrysville, PA US
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20150130280 | VARIABLE NEUTRAL IMPEDANCE FOR MULTI-SOURCE SYSTEM - A system includes a first power source and a variable neutral impedance circuit configured to vary a neutral impedance of the first power source based on presence and absence of a parallel coupling of the first power source with a second power source. The variable neutral impedance circuit may be configured to reduce a neutral current of the first power source when the first power source is operating in parallel with the second power source. The variable neutral impedance circuit may include an impedance coupled in series with the first power source, a bypass switch configured to bypass the impedance and a control circuit configured to control the bypass switch. The impedance may include a resistor. | 05-14-2015 |
Devon Andrew Shipp, Potsdam, NY US
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20130281565 | Methods For Water-Borne Thiol-Ene Polymerization - A method for suspension polymerization of thiol-ene particles comprising combining a plurality of thiol-ene precursor monomers with or without a solvent to create a first mixture, combining an emulsifier and water to create a second mixture, adding an initiator to either the first or second mixture, adding the first mixture and the second mixture to create a third mixture, agitating the third mixture to create a heterogeneous dispersion, and initiating polymerization of thiol-ene particles from the thiol-ene precursor monomers in the third mixture which is simultaneously agitated. | 10-24-2013 |
Erin Marie Shipp, Charleston, SC US
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20140191498 | TRUCK FUEL TANK SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED CRASHWORTHINESS - A revised location for the fuel system and fuel tanks to improve crashworthiness and reduce the occurrence of tank failure, fuel spillage, fire and/or explosion while still providing a sufficient range for the vehicle. The fuel tank system includes at least one fuel tank and a support structure. The at least one fuel tank is provided proximate frame rail members of the truck. At least a portion of the at least one fuel tank extends between an extension of a vertical axis of each of the frame rail members. The support structure protects the at least one fuel tank during an event, such as, but not limited to a collision, crash or accident. The support structure includes at least one mounting member which attaches the at least one fuel tank to the frame rail members, rails which extend about the at least one fuel tank, and at least one bottom plate. | 07-10-2014 |
20150035267 | VEHICLE FUEL TANK SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED CRASHWORTHINESS - A fuel tank system which has a revised mounting system and a revised location for the fuel system and fuel tanks to improve crashworthiness of the vehicle by reducing the occurrence of tank failure, fuel spillage, fire and/or explosion during and after a collision or similar event, while still providing a sufficient range for the vehicle. The fuel tanks are protected from damage from the side, bottom and between the tanks. The fuel tank mounting system also allows the energy associated with an event to be managed, such as by allowing the fuel tanks to be pushed or moved downwardly and/or laterally by the energy of the impact of a collision or similar event to a position in which the fuel tank is either out of the path of the impact or protected by the chassis or frame of the vehicle. | 02-05-2015 |
20160039281 | VEHICLE FUEL TANK SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED CRASHWORTHINESS - A fuel tank system which has a revised mounting system and a revised location for the fuel system and fuel tanks to improve crashworthiness of the vehicle by reducing the occurrence of tank failure, fuel spillage, fire and/or explosion during and after a collision or similar event, while still providing a sufficient range for the vehicle. The fuel tanks are protected from damage from the side, bottom and between the tanks. The fuel tank mounting system also allows the energy associated with an event to be managed, such as by allowing the fuel tanks to be pushed or moved downwardly and/or laterally by the energy of the impact of a collision or similar event to a position in which the fuel tank is either out of the path of the impact or protected by the chassis or frame of the vehicle. | 02-11-2016 |
20160068065 | VEHICLE FUEL TANK SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED CRASHWORTHINESS - A fuel tank system includes a fuel tank and a support structure. The support structure provides impact protection to the fuel tank. The support structure has mounting members, a bottom plate and a support member. The mounting members mount to the vehicle. The bottom plate is provided proximate a bottom wall of the fuel tank, wherein the bottom plate protects the fuel tank from being crushed or punctured and serves as a skid plate if ground contact is made. The support member extends between a respective mounting member and the bottom plate. The support member is configured to fail during impact, allowing the fuel tank to be moved downwardly and laterally by the energy of the impact to a position in which the fuel tank is substantially out of the path of the impact or protected by the chassis of the vehicle. | 03-10-2016 |
Gregory A. Shipp, Madison, CT US
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20130333692 | ADHESIVE TAPE AND SOLAR ASSEMBLY AND ARTICLE MADE THEREOF - The present disclosure provides a frameless photo-energy assembly including a photo-energy converter, wherein an edge of the photo-energy converter is sealed by an adhesive tape, comprising an adhering layer for adhesion and cushioning; and an aging-resistant protective layer. The adhering layer is used to contact the edge of an article and comprises: a substrate layer; optionally, a first adhesive layer and a second adhesive layer situated at both sides of the substrate layer oppositely, wherein the first adhesive layer being used to be contact with the article. The aging-resistant protective layer is situated on the adhering layer, which comprises: an optional primer layer, which is situated on the adhering layer; and a film layer, which is situated on either the primer layer or the substrate or the second adhesive layer. The present disclosure further provides an adhesive tape for sealing an edge of an article and an article made of the assembly. | 12-19-2013 |
Gregory W. Shipp, Hawthorn Woods, IL US
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20090233312 | METHODS AND ASSAYS TO ASSESS CARDIAC RISK AND ISCHEMIA - The invention provides methods and apparatus to assess cardiac risk and ischemia by detecting or analyzing cardiac troponin levels. Also provided are methods to detect low levels of cardiac troponin in physiological fluid samples. | 09-17-2009 |
Jennifer Shipp, Mission, TX US
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20120240411 | Knife Safety Apparatus - A knife safety apparatus comprising a food holding body having a cutting face, a handle face, and a sidewall between the handle face and the cutting face, a section of the sidewall defining a knife guiding slit adjacent extending through the body between the handle face and the cutting face; and a handle having a gripping surface, a first end attached to the food holding body and a second end distal from the food holding body, the handle extending from the handle face and defining a knife-receiving space adjacent to at least part of the knife guiding slit and at least part of the handle face. | 09-27-2012 |
John I. Shipp, Jacksonvill, FL US
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20160066898 | Vessel Sealing Device with Automatic Deployment - A device and a method for sealing an opening in the wall of a blood vessel is provided. The device includes an automatic mechanism, a shaft fixedly connected to the automatic mechanism, a seal assembly attached to the distal end of the shaft, and a pushing rod also engaging the seal assembly, the automatic mechanism moving the pushing rod from a first position to a second position in response to the shaft being pulled distally a predetermined distance. | 03-10-2016 |
John I. Shipp, Atlantic Beach, FL US
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20090270911 | Vessel Sealing Device and Method of Using Same - A sealing device for sealing openings in blood vessels has a first and second sealing elements. The first element is preferably fixed attached to a rigid shaft. The second sealing element is slidingly movable relative to the rigid shaft in only one direction. The first and second sealing elements directly engage the walls of the blood vessel. One embodiment has a two portion shaft and one of the portions can be removed after the hole in the blood vessel is sealed. | 10-29-2009 |
20110022065 | ABSORBABLE ANCHOR FOR HERNIA MESH FIXATION - A method of forming and deploying an improved absorbable anchor for hernia mesh fixation is disclosed. The absorbable anchor of the present invention functions to securely fasten tough, non macro-porous, and relative inelastic mesh to soft tissue. The anchor is formed from co-polymers of lactide and glycolide. | 01-27-2011 |
20110087240 | ABSORBABLE FASTENER FOR HERNIA MESH FIXATION - A method of forming and deploying an improved absorbable fastener for hernia mesh fixation is disclosed. The absorbable fastener of the present invention functions to securely fasten tough, non macro-porous, and relative inelastic mesh to soft tissue. The fastener is formed from co-polymers of lactide and glycolide. | 04-14-2011 |
20110135703 | Antimicrobial Coating for Surgical Implants and Method of Use - A method of treating a surgical incision uses a material coated in an antimicrobial material. The material may be a synthetic mesh, an allograft, or a xenograft. The antimicrobial material is either tryclosan or lysostaphin. The coating of the material is performed either by adsorption or by covalent bonding. | 06-09-2011 |
20110135704 | Infection Control for Surgical and Trauma Patients - Apparatus and methods for disrupting the colonization of | 06-09-2011 |
20120016347 | Seroma Control for Surgical Patients - Apparatus and methods for significant reduction of seroma formation, seroma related complications and time until drain removal following surgery are disclosed. Talc, with and without thrombin, bleomycin, erythromycin, tetracycline, doxycycline, polidocanol alone or in combination or combined with talc and/or thrombin for use in operatives wound and lymph node dissections to reduce seromas are disclosed. | 01-19-2012 |
20130131698 | Antimicrobial Coating for Surgical Implants and Method of Manufacturing - A surgical mesh has a therapeutic amount of an antimicrobial substance attached to the mesh. The surgical mesh is then stabilized by either freeze drying or keeping cold after attaching the antimicrobial substance. The surgical mesh is then sterilized with an electron beam. The stabilization of the surgical mesh allows the mesh to be used up to a year after the antimicrobial substance is attached and still be effective against bacteria. | 05-23-2013 |
20130217976 | Method for Predicting Quality of Life After Medical and Surgical Treatment - A method of determining the risk of performing a procedure on a patient is provided. An algorithm is presented that allows the determination of the risks associated with a procedure and a determination can then be made as to whether the procedure should be done. | 08-22-2013 |
20140180015 | TROCAR CANNULA ANCHOR AND SEAL - A cannula assembly for use in laproscopic surgery includes a cannula having a proximal end for use in orientating the assembly into an abdominal cavity, a distal end for insertion into a patient, and a passage through which surgical instruments can be inserted. An expandable feature in the form of an anchor is located toward the distal end of the cannula and is selectively expandable and collapsible. The feature in its expanded state prevents withdrawal of the cannula. A collar is pushed distally until it releasably cinches to the outside of the abdominal cavity thereby creating an airtight seal and stabilizing the assembly. The collar has a friction fit with the cannula designed to prevent excessive force against the cavity walls. | 06-26-2014 |
20140207183 | Vessel Sealing Device with Automatic Deployment - A device and a method for sealing an opening in the wall of a blood vessel is provided. The device includes an automatic mechanism, a shaft fixedly connected to the automatic mechanism, a seal assembly attached to the distal end of the shaft, and a pushing rod also engaging the seal assembly, the automatic mechanism moving the pushing rod from a first position to a second position in response to the shaft being pulled distally a predetermined distance. | 07-24-2014 |
20140207184 | Vessel Sealing Device - A seal assembly that seals opening in the wall of a blood vessel has a first sealing element for placing inside the lumen of the blood vessel and to engage the interior wall surface, a shaft integrally formed with the first sealing element and fixed in a predetermined configuration relative to the first sealing element, an outer floating element slidingly movable along the shaft; and a second sealing element, the second sealing element slidingly movable relative to the first sealing element along the shaft to engage the outer floating element and position the outer floating element against the exterior surface and the first sealing element against the interior surface of the blood vessel to seal the opening in the blood vessel. | 07-24-2014 |
20160030081 | METHOD FOR ANCHORING AND SEALING A CANNULA ASSEMBLY TO THE BODY OF A PATIENT - A cannula assembly for use in laproscopic surgery includes a cannula having a proximal end for use in orientating the assembly into an abdominal cavity, a distal end for insertion into a patient, and a passage through which surgical instruments can be inserted. An expandable feature in the form of an anchor is located toward the distal end of the cannula and is selectively expandable and collapsible. The feature in its expanded state prevents withdrawal of the cannula. A collar is pushed distally until it releasably cinches to the outside of the abdominal cavity thereby creating an airtight seal and stabilizing the assembly. The collar has a friction fit with the cannula designed to prevent excessive force against the cavity walls. | 02-04-2016 |
20160038129 | Vessel Sealing Device - A seal assembly that seals opening in the wall of a blood vessel has a first sealing element for placing inside the lumen of the blood vessel and to engage the interior wall surface, a shaft integrally formed with the first sealing element and fixed in a predetermined configuration relative to the first sealing element, an outer floating element slidingly movable along the shaft; and a second sealing element, the second sealing element slidingly movable relative to the first sealing element along the shaft to engage the outer floating element and position the outer floating element against the exterior surface and the first sealing element against the interior surface of the blood vessel to seal the opening in the blood vessel. | 02-11-2016 |
20160074034 | ABSORBABLE FASTENER FOR HERNIA MESH FIXATION - A method of forming and deploying an improved absorbable fastener for hernia mesh fixation is disclosed. The absorbable fastener of the present invention functions to securely fasten tough, non macro-porous, and relative inelastic mesh to soft tissue. The fastener is formed from co-polymers of lactide and glycolide. | 03-17-2016 |
John I. Shipp US
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20110071556 | ABSORBABLE ANCHOR FOR HERNIA MESH FIXATION - A method of forming and deploying an improved absorbable anchor for hernia mesh fixation is disclosed. The absorbable anchor of the present invention functions to securely fasten tough, non macro-porous, and relative inelastic mesh to soft tissue. The anchor is formed from co-polymers of lactide and glycolide. | 03-24-2011 |
John I. Shipp, Jacksonville Beach, FL US
John I. Shipp, Tullahoma, TN US
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20130274758 | SURGICAL TISSUE COLLECTION BAG - An improved surgical dilator extractor is introduced into the abdominal cavity through a trocar cannula and expanded, forming a tissue receiving space, at the distal end. The tissue receiving space is enlarged by passing a grasper through a lumen of the dilator extractor to interact with a guide surface on the interior of dilator extractor to expand a dilator portion having a single leaf beyond the natural resiliency of the leaf. The tissue being extracted is then manipulated into the space with the grasper. The tissue is then removed from the cavity by the surgeon applying a force onto the dilator extractor that insures the elongation of the tissue and temporarily dilates the entry wound to the extent necessary for the tissue to be removed. Alternative embodiments of the surgical dilator extractor and related instrument tool sets and methods for the use thereof also are disclosed. | 10-17-2013 |
John L. Shipp, Jacksonville Beach, FL US
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20100185221 | Surgical ligation clip - A surgical ligation clip for double ligating a vessel, duct or other fluid carrying structure and a method for double ligating such structure. | 07-22-2010 |
Kenneth Shipp, Collierville, TN US
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20140100616 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT AND METHOD - A surgical instrument includes a first member including an inner surface defining a passageway. The first member extends between a first end that defines a first opening and a second end that defines a second opening. A second member extends between a first end and a second end. A third member extends between a first end and a second end. The second end of the third member is releasably engageable with the first end of the second member within the passageway such that the first end of the first member prevents passage of the first end of the third member through the first opening and the second end of the first member prevents passage of the second end of the second member through the second opening. Systems and methods of use are disclosed. | 04-10-2014 |
Kenneth S. Shipp, Collierville, TN US
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20090062917 | Spinal interbody replacement devices - A spinal interbody replacement device for supporting vertebrae in the space between the vertebrae includes a connecting member having upper and lower disc replacement members engageable thereto at opposite ends of the connecting member to provide a corpectomy device. The disc replacement members are sized to be positioned in a spinal disc space between adjacent vertebrae when disengaged from the connecting member. | 03-05-2009 |
20110106158 | SYSTEM FOR STABILIZING A PORTION OF THE SPINE - A system for stabilizing a portion of the spine comprising an elongate plate attached to one or more vertebrae by a number of bone anchors, with the system including one or more features that provide visualization of an implant disposed within a vertebral space and/or the interface between the implant and the adjacent vertebral tissue. A holding instrument is included that is engageable to the plate for positioning the plate adjacent the spinal column. | 05-05-2011 |
20130317618 | SYSTEM FOR STABILIZING A PORTION OF THE SPINE - A system for stabilizing a portion of the spine comprising an elongate plate attached to one or more vertebrae by a number of bone anchors, with the system including one or more features that provide visualization of an implant disposed within a vertebral space and/or the interface between the implant and the adjacent vertebral tissue. A holding instrument is included that is engageable to the plate for positioning the plate adjacent the spinal column. | 11-28-2013 |
Margaret A. Shipp, Wellesley, MA US
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20090176223 | Compositions, Kits, and Methods for the Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Monitoring of Immune Disorders Using Galectin-1 - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that galectin-1 (Gal1) plays a role in immune disorders, including Hodgkin lymphoma, anaplastic large cell lymphoma, or MLL | 07-09-2009 |
20090191182 | Compositions, Kits, and Methods for the Modulation of Immune Responses Using Galectin-1 - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that galectin-1 (Gal1) plays a role in immune disorders, including Hodgkin lymphoma. Accordingly, the invention relates to compositions, kits, and methods for detecting, characterizing, modulating, preventing, and treating immune disorders, e.g., Hodgkin lymphoma. | 07-30-2009 |
20130011409 | Compositions, Kits, and Methods for the Diagnosis, Prognosis, Monitoring, Treatment and Modulation of Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorders and Hypoxia Associated Angiogenesis Disorders Using Galectin-1 - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that galectin-1 (Gal1) plays a role in viral-associated PTLD, e.g., EBV-associated PTLD and hypoxia associated angiogenesis disorders. Accordingly, the invention relates to compositions, kits, and methods for diagnosing, prognosing, monitoring, treating and modulating viral-associated PTLD, e.g., EBV-associated PTLD and hypoxia associated angiogenesis disorders. | 01-10-2013 |
20150020221 | Compositions and Methods for the Modulation of DNA Damage Responses Using BAL1 and BBAP - The invention provides methods and compositions for enhancing the efficacy of cancer therapies through modulation of BAL1 and/or BBAP. Also provided are methods for predicting the efficacy of cancer therapies or treating cancer in a subject through modulation of BAL1 and/or BBAP. Further provided are methods for identifying compounds that are capable of modulating BAL1-BBAP complexes. | 01-15-2015 |
20150191536 | Compositions, Kits, and Methods for the Diagnosis, Prognosis, Monitoring, Treatment and Modulation of Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorders and Hypoxia Associated Angiogenesis Disorders Using Galectin-1 - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that galectin-1 (Gal1) plays a role in viral-associated PTLD, e.g., EBV-associated PTLD and hypoxia associated angiogenesis disorders. Accordingly, the invention relates to compositions, kits, and method for diagnosing, prognosing, monitoring, treating and modulating viral-associated PTLD, e.g., EBV-associated PTLD and hypoxia associated angiogenesis disorders. | 07-09-2015 |
Michael S. Shipp, Marina Del Rey, CA US
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20110093879 | Banking video frames associated with links and processing the banked frames - A method of banking video frames associated with links, includes the steps of associating multiple links with a video frame in a series of video frames, each of the links having information associated therewith, selecting and banking the video frame from among the series of video frames; and selecting and displaying the frame in connection with representations of the links. The method may further include a step of selecting one of the links and displaying the information associated therewith. In one embodiment, the links may be lead ins for an advertisement such as a telescoping advertisement, they may be purchase opportunities, the may be opportunities for coupons, or other interactive activities. An apparatus for performing the method includes a set top box with memory, a processor, and a digital converter for converting digital video images into suitable picture images. The apparatus stores the selected frame either locally or at a network or head-end. Banking frames can be done with a standard remote control using the up, down, left and right arrow keys to navigate the screen, and the select or enter key to perform the storage function, or by adding a key or keys, such as “bank”, “click” or “store” to perform the storage function. | 04-21-2011 |
Neil Shipp, Redmond, WA US
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20090328178 | TECHNIQUES TO PERFORM FEDERATED AUTHENTICATION - Techniques to perform federated authentication are described. An apparatus may comprise a resource server may have an authentication proxy component to perform authentication operations on behalf of a client. The authentication proxy component comprises an authentication handling module operative to receive an authentication request to authenticate the client using a basic authentication protocol. The authentication proxy component also comprises an authentication discovery module communicatively coupled to the authentication handling module, the authentication discovery module operative to discover an identity server for the client. The authentication proxy component further comprises an authentication manager module communicatively coupled to the authentication discovery module, the authentication manager module operative to retrieve authentication information from the identity server using an enhanced authentication protocol, and authenticate the client to access resource services using the authentication information. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 12-31-2009 |
Neil L. Shipp, Bellevue, WA US
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20080301179 | CLIENT SIDE INDEXING OF OFFLINE ADDRESS BOOK FILES - A method of building an offline address book (OAB). An OAB data file and a table of attributes are generated at a server. The data file and table are transferred from the server to a client. The transferred data file and table are indexed by the client. | 12-04-2008 |
20150215229 | RESOURCE AFFINITY IN A DYNAMIC RESOURCE POOL - Techniques disclosed herein describe methods for achieving resource affinity and scalability in dynamic environments by calculating the modulus of a numeric request identifier against a fixed selection of numbers. Using the proposed techniques yields a numeric request identifier and resource identifier combination that ensures a given resource possesses the unique state applicable to that user's request. Using a fixed selection of numbers thus maintains resource affinity while achieving scalability as resources are added to or subtracted from a pool of resources. | 07-30-2015 |
Paul Shipp, Libertyville, IL US
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20140272404 | EXTERIOR SHEATHING PANEL WITH INTEGRATED AIR/WATER BARRIER MEMBRANE - An exterior sheathing cementitious panel which prevents water penetration and air leakage is provided. Methods for manufacturing exterior sheathing cementitious panels with a highly efficient integrated air/water barrier membrane are provided as well. | 09-18-2014 |
Samuel Shipp, Mission, TX US
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20120240411 | Knife Safety Apparatus - A knife safety apparatus comprising a food holding body having a cutting face, a handle face, and a sidewall between the handle face and the cutting face, a section of the sidewall defining a knife guiding slit adjacent extending through the body between the handle face and the cutting face; and a handle having a gripping surface, a first end attached to the food holding body and a second end distal from the food holding body, the handle extending from the handle face and defining a knife-receiving space adjacent to at least part of the knife guiding slit and at least part of the handle face. | 09-27-2012 |
Todd Steven Shipp, Katy, TX US
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20100000107 | Folding carpenter's level - A folding carpenter's level is disclosed which has two level segments, each of which has a smooth flat top and bottom surface, that are hingeably attached at a distal tip by means of a recessed, flat hinging means. The two level segments can be rotated laterally in the plane of the level so as to be oriented with respect to each other at angles of from 0 to 180 degrees, thus effectively doubling the length of the level. At least one of the level segments has one or more tubular spirit vials attached to the segment for measuring the levelness of the top surface with respect to horizontal. The level segments usually have additional tubular spirit vials oriented vertically to allow the tool to be used to measure plumb. Such tubular spirit vials are generally located in apertures so that the spirit bubble in the vials can be seen from the front or the back of the folding level. The folding level can beneficially include other recessed features, such as a fastening means to hold the segments together in a folded configuration, and a locking means to hold the segments secure when the segments are rotated 180 degrees with respect to each other so that the tops of the segments form a smooth flat surface with a straight edge. | 01-07-2010 |