38th week of 2014 patent applcation highlights part 23 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20140261457 | Apparatus and Method Pertaining to a Multi-Tier Back-Table Drape - A drape suitable for use with a multi-tier back table comprises a first fabric portion configured to substantially cover a lower table surface and a second fabric portion configured as a pocket that receives at least a substantial portion of an upper table surface. By one approach this pocket includes at least one hand slot configured to receive a user's hand such that the user can lift the second fabric portion and slide the pocket over the upper table surface. A third fabric portion comprising a vertical panel connects the first and second fabric portions. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261458 | SURGICAL DRAPE WITH VAPOR EVACUATION - The present invention relates to surgical safety drapes that are provided with a mechanism for removing fuel sources, trapped under the surgical drape covering the patient during surgery, which support the generation of operating room fires. The drape contains a plenum layer that is sandwiched between a liquid impervious layer and a porous layer. The plenum layer contains hollow members for providing a path way for evacuating vapors there through via the porous layer. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261459 | ANTIMICROBIAL NASAL INSERT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING - A nasal insert including an antimicrobial agent is inserted into the nose to eliminate or reduce undesirable microbes in the area just inside the nose. Pads of the nasal insert can be formed from a blended polymer compound with a microbial agent. Processing of the pre-polymer results in the microbial agent being trapped in the polymer. A blowing agent or CO | 2014-09-18 |
20140261460 | ORAL POSITIONING DEVICE FOR POSITIONING BREATHING TUBE - An oral positioning device for positioning a breathing tube includes a first teeth guard having a first groove, and a first seat extends from the first teeth guard. The first seat has a first notch. An engaging member has two pivots and a second seat which is engaged with the first seat. The second seat has a second notch which is cooperated with the first notch to form a positioning hole which the breathing tube extends. A second teeth guard has a second groove and two pivotal holes with which the two pivots are pivotably engaged. The first and second seats position the breathing tube in the patient's mouth. The first and second teeth guards protect the patient's teeth from being damaged by of the laryngoscope when opening the patient's mouth. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261461 | MOUTH GUARD - An improved mouth guard for use in contact sports comprises a substantially curved portion for protecting the teeth of a user, the curved portion including an inner wall and an outer wall, the inner wall including a palate member extending therefrom defining a cutaway portion adapted to engage a structural member of a face mask, face shield or article of clothing for convenient storage. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261462 | Endotracheal Tube Holding Device with Bite Block - A device for holding an endotracheal tube has a slide track configured to fit adjacent a lip on a patient's face. The track has a face contacting side, an exposed side, and a pair of opposite ends. A tube holder is coupled to and slidable along the track. A positioning mechanism is releasably lockable to allow selective lateral repositioning of the tube holder and an endotracheal tube held thereby along the track and to retain the tube holder at a selected position along the track without removing the device from the patient or an endotracheal tube from the device. A bite block is carried by the tube holder and slidable therewith along the track. The bite block has a tubular wall with a central opening along a length of the bite block and a pair of opposite open ends. The bite block is positioned spaced vertically from the track and has a portion extending rearward beyond the face contacting side of the track. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261463 | Endotrachael Tube Holding Device with Bite Block - A bite block for an endotracheal tube has a tubular wall with a pair of opposed ends, a central opening along a length of the bite block between the pair of opposed ends, an interior wall surface, and an accessory line channel positioned between the interior wall surface and an endotracheal tube extending through the central opening. The accessory line channel is formed by a wall segment that is recessed into the interior wall surface, the wall segment being thinner than a thickness of the tubular wall adjacent the wall segment. The bite block can be part of or attachable to an endotracheal tube holding device attachable to a patient. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261464 | Performance Enhancing Bite Regulator and Method of Custom Fitting Same - A bite regulator has a front band with left and right ends and left and right molar sections extending rearward respectively from the left and right ends of the front band. The left and right molar sections each have an interocclusal region with a contoured top surface and a contoured bottom surface. The contoured top and bottom surfaces are each configured to match a specific contour of the wearer's top and bottom teeth, respectively, and are aligned relative to one another to correctly position the wearer's jaw. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261465 | MOUTHGUARD SYSTEM FOR PROTECTING SOFT TISSUE - A mouthguard system can be configured to provide protection to the soft tissues surrounding the mouth. A mouthguard system can include a front lip protection portion, a teeth engagement portion connected to and positioned posterior to the front lip protection portion, and a channel defined within a base layer of the teeth engagement portion. A bite layer is disposed within the channel having a durometer less than other portions of the mouthguard system. The mouthguard optionally includes one or more breathing channels and one or more flavorants. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261466 | ADSORBENT, METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME, ADSORBENT FOR WATER PURIFICATION, MASK AND ADSORPTIVE SHEET - Provided is an absorbent including silica of which a raw material is a material originating from a plant which includes silicon, and a silane coupling agent which modifies a surface of the silica. A value of a specific surface area of the silica in accordance with a nitrogen BET method is 10 m | 2014-09-18 |
20140261467 | Systems and Methods for Planning Hair Transplantation - Systems and methods for creating a treatment plan for cosmetic procedures, for example, a hair transplantation procedure, are provided. The treatment plan automatically modifies or generates one or more proposed harvesting or implantation sites within a first hair element based on one or more parameters in one or more second hair elements. Various techniques and methods described in the application provide for improved planning of a natural looking hair. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261468 | TRANSPLANTATION METHODS - Methods and systems are provided for transplantation of a biological material to a plurality of recipients from a plurality of donors. One or a series of paired donations are made, where one or more donors and/or recipients can be international in origin. Improved care and cost savings are obtained by shifting time-based burdens; i.e., dialysis versus transplantation. Additional transplants, including transplants involving international participants, results in the improvement of local and global healthcare. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261469 | TUBE FILLING DEVICE AND METHOD - A method of transferring a portion ( | 2014-09-18 |
20140261470 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ASSEMBLY OF MULTI-SEGMENTED CYLINDRICAL PRODUCTS, SUCH AS TOBACCO PRODUCTS - An apparatus for assembling a multi-segmented cylindrical product is described. The apparatus can include a feeder adapted to supply segments of a pliable material; and a rotating drum having an outer periphery and a plurality of fixtures distributed around the outer periphery, each fixture adapted to support a substantially cylindrical object, and wrap a segment of the pliable material around the substantially cylindrical object and a portion of the fixture to form a fill tube defining a pocket in the pliable material. Other features and related methods are also described. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261471 | ORGANIC MATERIAL GRINDER AND CIGARETTE FILLER - The present invention relates to an apparatus for grinding and depositing ground material, the apparatus comprising a grinder configured to grind material and a chamber communicatively connected to the grinder, the chamber configured to receive the ground material. In use, the material is ground in the grinder then deposited in the chamber. In one embodiment, the chamber is configured to receive at least one pre-formed tube wherein, in use, the material is deposited in the at least one pre-formed tube in the chamber. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261472 | FIBER-WRAPPED SMOKELESS TOBACCO PRODUCT - A fiber-wrapped smokeless tobacco product includes smokeless tobacco and a plurality of polymeric fibers surrounding the smokeless tobacco. The polymeric fibers can have a basis weight of 5 gsm or less and a diameter of less than 100 microns. In some cases, the polymeric fibers are melt-blown polymeric fibers. In some cases, the polymeric fibers are centrifugal force spun polymeric fibers. A method of preparing a fiber-wrapped smokeless tobacco product includes melt-blowing or centrifugal force spinning a plurality of polymeric fibers to create an polymer deposition zone and passing a body comprising smokeless tobacco through the polymer deposition zone. In some cases, an electrostatic charge can be applied to the plurality of polymeric fibers, the body, or a combination thereof. In some cases, a spin is applied to the body when passing through the polymer deposition zone. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261473 | Methods and Machines for Pouching Smokeless Tobacco and Tobacco Substitute Products - A melt-blown fabric for pouching smokeless tobacco or a smokeless tobacco substitute can include melt-blown polymer fibers. The fabric can have a basis weight of less than 30 gsm and a tensile strength of at least 4 mJ in at least one predetermined direction. Method of making the fabric can include melt-blowing a polymeric material against a support surface and bonding the fibers or arranging them in a predetermined orientation. Pouched smokeless tobacco or tobacco substitute products including the fabrics provided herein can provide desirable flavor and tactile experience. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261474 | METHODS FOR INHALATION OF SMOKE-FREE NICOTINE - The invention relates generally to a system or kit that delivers nicotine to target the regions of the respiratory tract to achieve the maximum impact on craving with a minimum number of unwanted sensations. More specifically, the invention relates to pulmonary administration of nicotine from nicotine inhalation systems that target delivery to the deep lung, minimizing deposition in the upper and central airways. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261475 | APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND ASSOCIATED METHODS FOR FORMING ORGANIC POROUS MASSES FOR FLAVORED SMOKE FILTERS - Organic porous masses may be used in flavored smoke filters. Production of organic porous masses may involve introducing a matrix material into a mold cavity, the matrix material comprising a plurality of binder particles, a plurality of organic particles, and a microwave enhancement additive; heating at least a portion of the matrix material so as to bind the matrix material at a plurality of contact points, thereby forming an organic porous mass length, wherein heating involves irradiating with microwave radiation the at least a portion of the matrix material; and cutting the organic porous mass length radially thereby yielding an organic porous mass. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261476 | SOFT ORAL PRODUCT - An oral product includes a body that is wholly receivable in an oral cavity. The body includes a polymer matrix and one or more flavorants and/or active ingredients embedded in the polymer matrix. The polymer matrix can include a copolymer of ethylene and one or more vinyl monomers or zein. For example, the polymer can be ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer and/or ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer. In some cases, the oral product can include tobacco and/or nicotine. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261477 | MODULAR MACHINE FOR PROCESSING AND/OR TESTING ROD-SHAPED ARTICLES, AND RELATED METHODS - A processing machine for rod-shaped articles includes a base frame including a back plate extending upward from the base frame; and a plurality of function modules each adapted to perform a manufacturing function on a rod-shaped article. Each function module includes a mounting plate adapted to removably attach the function module to the back plate as a unit, and a dedicated drive motor supported on the mounting plate and adapted to move at least a portion of the function module. The plurality of function modules includes at least one of a rod infeed module, a hopper module, a drum module, a knife module, and a gluing module. A method of configuring a modular processing machine for rod-shaped articles is also described. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261478 | BACTERIOPHAGE AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - Bacteriophage are provided, and methods of making and using the bacteriophage also are provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261479 | NICOTINE-CONTAINING PRODUCTS AND METHODS OF MAKING - Provided herein are nicotine-containing products that also contain anatabine. Also provided are methods of making such products. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261480 | POUCH MATERIAL FOR SMOKELESS TOBACCO AND TOBACCO SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS - A melt-blown fabric for pouching smokeless tobacco or a smokeless tobacco substitute can include melt-blown polymer fibers. The fabric can have a basis weight of less than 10 gsm and a tensile strength of at least 4 mJ in at least one predetermined direction. Method of making the fabric can include melt-blowing a polymeric material against a support surface and bonding the fibers or arranging them in a predetermined orientation. Pouched smokeless tobacco or tobacco substitute products including the fabrics provided herein can provide desirable flavor and tactile experience. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261481 | NITRITE-DEGRADING AND TSNA-DEGRADING BACTERIA AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - Provided herein are bacterial strains that are capable of degrading nitrite and/or TSNAs. Also provided herein are methods of using such bacterial strains to degrade nitrite and/or TSNAs. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261482 | Method of Reducing Tobacco-Specific Nitrosamines - A method for reducing the tobacco specific nitrosamines (TSNAs) in tobacco and tobacco smoke is provided. The tobacco is combined with a solvent to form a soluble extracts fraction and an insoluble residue fraction. The soluble extracts fraction is contacted with a nitrosamine-reducing material to provide a soluble extracts fraction having a reduced level of TSNAs. The nitrosamine-reducing material may comprise a sepiolite. The insoluble residue fraction is contacted with an alkali extractant to provide an insoluble residue fraction having a reduced level of TSNAs. The alkali extractant may comprise a hydroxide. The soluble extracts fraction having a reduced level of TSNAs and insoluble residue fraction having a reduced level of TSNAs may be recombined to form a reconstituted tobacco product having a reduced level of TSNAs. The TSNAs may be reduced by at least about 30%, such as at least about 40%, such as at least about 50%. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261483 | APPARATUS FOR CREATING LIQUID TOBACCO EXTRACT - A kit is disclosed for supplying a cartridge of an inhaler article with liquid tobacco extract, the kit comprising an apparatus having means for extracting a liquid tobacco extract from a tobacco derived solid. The apparatus is adapted to deliver liquid tobacco extract to a cartridge and a cartridge adapted to receive liquid tobacco extract from the apparatus. An apparatus for supplying a liquid tobacco extract to a cartridge of an inhaler article is further disclosed. The apparatus has a housing, means for extracting a liquid tobacco extract from a tobacco derived solid and said housing is adapted to deliver liquid tobacco extract to a cartridge of an inhaler article. A related method of supplying a cartridge of an inhaler article with a liquid tobacco extract is further disclosed. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261484 | Product Portion Enrobing Process and Apparatus, and Resulting Products - A method of enrobing a product portion in polymer strands includes mounting at least one product portion on a holding device and passing the at least one product portion through a polymer enrobing zone. The polymer enrobing zone can include a flow of polymeric fibers produced by a polymer spray head. The polymer fibers can wraparound the at least one product portion to produce an enrobed product portion. The holding device can hold the at least one product portion by passing at least partially through the body of the product portion. At least a portion of the holding device is removed from the enrobed product portion. In some cases, the at least one product portion includes smokeless tobacco. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261485 | INHIBITION OF SENSORY IRRITATION DURING CONSUMPTION OF SMOKELESS TOBACCO PRODUCTS USING A COMBINATORIAL APPROACH - Combinations of compounds utilized to minimize the sensory irritating character of non-smokeable tobacco products or non-smokeable products containing tobacco extracts or materials derived from tobacco. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261486 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE HAVING A VAPOR-ENHANCING APPARATUS AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A vapor-enhancing apparatus is provided for an electronic vapor smoking article. Such an apparatus includes a filter material and a tubular housing defining a lumen. The lumen has a mouth-engaging end and a longitudinally-opposed component-engaging end, and is configured to receive the filter material therein. The component-engaging end is adapted to operably engage a control body portion associated with the electronic vapor smoking article and to receive a vapor therethrough. A vapor-enhancing element is operably engaged with the filter material and is configured to enhance the vapor drawn through the filter material within the lumen, and through the mouth-engaging end, by application of suction to the mouth-engaging end of the housing. An associated method is also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261487 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE WITH IMPROVED STORAGE AND TRANSPORT OF AEROSOL PRECURSOR COMPOSITIONS - The present disclosure relates to reservoirs for storing products in electronic smoking articles. The reservoir is manufactured from cellulose acetate fiber, thermoplastic fiber, non-thermoplastic fiber, or a combination thereof. The reservoir is substantially tubular in shape and is adapted to accommodate internal components of the smoking article thereby increasing reservoir capacity. The internal components particularly can comprise an atomizer, which may include a braided wick. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261488 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE - An electronic smoking article includes a first capillary aerosol generator and a second capillary aerosol generator. The first capillary aerosol generator produces an aerosol having a first particle size distribution and the second capillary aerosol generator produces an aerosol having a second particle size distribution. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261489 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE - An electronic smoking article includes a first section containing a liquid supply reservoir including liquid material, a heater operable to heat the liquid material to a temperature sufficient to vaporize the liquid material and form an aerosol, and a wick in communication with the liquid material and operable to deliver the liquid material to the heater, and a second section containing a power supply. The first section is connected to the second section at a breakaway connection. The breakaway connection includes a weakened region. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261490 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - A cartomizer for an electronic smoking article, an electronic smoking article capable of providing a smoking experience without combusting tobacco, and a method of achieving a smoking experience without combusting tobacco are disclosed. The cartomizer can include an annular fluid reservoir having an air flow channel therein; a liquid material within the fluid reservoir; and a heater, which surrounds the fluid reservoir and is operable to heat the fluid reservoir to a temperature sufficient to at least initially volatilize the liquid material contained within the fluid reservoir to form a saturated vapor within the air flow channel. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261491 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLES - An electronic smoking article, a method of manufacturing an electronic smoking article, and a method of achieving a smoking experience without combusting tobacco are disclosed. The electronic smoking article includes an authenticated first section, which includes an aerosol generation unit having at least one heater; an authenticated second section, which includes a power supply operable to apply voltage to the at least one heater for heating a liquid in at least a portion of the aerosol generation unit to form an aerosol; and a conductive ink circuit embedded within the first and second sections, and wherein the power supply and the aerosol generation unit are electrically connected upon joining the first and second sections, and wherein each of the first and second sections has a portion of the conductive ink circuit. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261492 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE - An electronic smoking article includes a heater in communication with a liquid supply reservoir including liquid material and operable to heat the liquid material to a temperature sufficient to volatilize the liquid material contained therein and form an aerosol. The volatilized material flows through a sheath flow and aerosol promoter insert that is operable to cool the aerosol, reduce the particle size of the aerosol and increase the delivery rate of the aerosol. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261493 | ELECTRONIC SMOKING ARTICLE - An electronic smoking article includes a first section containing a liquid supply reservoir including liquid material, a heater operable to heat the liquid material to a temperature sufficient to vaporize the liquid material and form an aerosol, and a wick in communication with the liquid material and operable to deliver the liquid material to the heater, and a second section containing a power supply. The first section is connected to the second section with a connection including a first connector piece and a second connector piece. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261494 | SINGLE-USE ELECTRONIC CIGAR - The present disclosure relates to an improved electronic evaporable substance delivery device in the form of a single-use electronic cigar comprises, in combination: a lit tip end, a case, and a mouthpiece end distal from the lit tip end. Both the case and mouth piece end have therein a channel defining a longitudinal vapor path, and are encased in a sheath made from a paper product, preferably cardboard. The mouthpiece end mimics the end of a conventional cigar which a smoker inserts into the mouth. The lit end mimics the end of a conventional cigar that is lit. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261495 | CARTRIDGE AND CONTROL BODY OF AN AEROSOL DELIVERY DEVICE INCLUDING ANTI-ROTATION MECHANISM AND RELATED METHOD - The present disclosure relates to aerosol delivery devices including a cartridge and a control body. The control body may include a coupler and the cartridge may include a base. The base may be configured to releasably engage the cartridge. Further the base and the coupler may include anti-rotation mechanisms configured to prevent rotation of the cartridge relative to the base when engaged with one another. The anti-rotation mechanisms may include alternating protrusions and recesses in some embodiments. Related methods are also provided. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261496 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette, comprising a tube body, a suction nozzle cover, an oil-absorbing cotton and a supporting tube received in the tube body, the supporting tube defines a center hole therein, the suction nozzle cover includes a cover cap and a cover body, the cover cap defines at least one smoking hole(s), the axial projection on the cover cap of the smoking hole(s) partially overlaps or is separated from the axial projection on the cover cap of the center hole of the supporting tube, which makes the smoke flowing through the center hole of the supporting tube to turn flow direction and is exhausted from the smoking hole(s) for users to imbibe. So that smoke oil particles fixed in the smoke is obstructed inside the electronic cigarette effectively, users are prevented from imbibition of smoke oil particles, smoking taste and user experience are improved accordingly. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261497 | SUCTION NOZZLE COVER AND ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - A suction nozzle cover and an electronic cigarette. The electronic cigarette includes a tube and a suction nozzle cover. The suction nozzle cover includes a cap and a cover body which extends along a lower surface of the cap. An annular platform is formed by the cap with respect to a periphery of the cover body. A lateral wall of the annular platform is at least provided with one first suction outlet, a lateral wall of the cover body is at least provided with one first groove, and the first groove and the suction outlet are connected to each other to form a channel for smoke extraction. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261498 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette includes a sleeve and a cigarette holder cover received in the sleeve, wherein, the sleeve defines at least one inhaling hole at a side surface of an end of the sleeve near the cigarette holder cover, and the cigarette holder cover comprises a cap and a main body extending from a bottom surface of the cap; the main body defines a first groove at an outer surface thereof, the first groove is aligned with the inhaling hole of the sleeve to cooperatively form a channel configured for flowing of smoke, and the channel is configured to guide smoke in the electronic cigarette to reach the inhaling hole and inhaled by a user at a joint of the first groove and the inhaling hole. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261499 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - An electronic cigarette comprises nicotine without harmful tar. The cigarette includes a shell, a cell, nicotine solution, control circuit, and an electro-thermal vaporization nozzle installed in the air suction end of the shell. The advantages of the present invention are smoking without tar, reducing the risk of cancer, the user still gets a smoking experience, the cigarette is not lit, and there is no fire danger. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261500 | ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE - Disclosed is an electronic cigarette including a suction part, an atomizer structure body, a liquid storing part, a main body including a switch, and a battery. In this case, the atomizer structure body includes a flexible nonflammable metal net, an absorption part configured to absorb a condensed liquid, a returning part configured to return and supply the condensed liquid, a crucible, and a liquid charging cap. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261501 | DISINTEGRATABLE PLUG WRAPS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS - A filter rod used in manufacture of a smoking article contains: (a) a rod of filter material, and (b) a plug wrap surrounding the rod of filter material. The overlapping side edges of the plug wrap are secured together with a plug wrap adhesive and the plug wrap adhesive comprises a disintegration accelerating agent. Alternatively or in addition, the plug wrap may contain perforations. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261502 | SMOKE FILTERS FOR REDUCING COMPONENTS IN A SMOKE STREAM - Smoke filters that reduce the concentration of carbon monoxide and phenols in a smoke stream may include a porous mass section comprising a plurality of active particles, a plurality of binder particles, and an active coating disposed on at least a portion of the active particles and the binder particles, wherein the active particles and the binder particles are bound together at a plurality of contact points; and a filter section. In some instances, a filter may include a porous mass section comprising a plurality of active particles and a plurality of binder particles, wherein the active particles and the binder particles are bound together at a plurality of contact points without an adhesive; and a filter section comprising an active dopant. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261503 | COATING COMPOSITION OF LOW IGNITION PROPENSITY CIGARETTE PAPER AND CIGARETTE USING THE SAME - The coating composition of a low ignition propensity cigarette paper according to an exemplary embodiment includes pregelatinized starch, maltodextrin, resistant maltodextrin and ethanol. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261504 | SMOKELESS TOBACCO ARTICLE - A method for making a smokeless tobacco article can include combining thermoplastic polymer particles with tobacco particles to form a mixture of particles, compressing the mixture of particles within a pressing apparatus to form the mixture into a predetermined shape, separating the mixture from the pressing apparatus such that it retains the predetermined shape, and heating the mixture outside of the pressing apparatus to at least partially melt at least some of the thermoplastic polymer particles and form a matrix of polymer and tobacco particles. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261505 | Nicotine Chewing Gum With Improved Utilization Of Nicotine - The invention relates to chewing gums for the delivery of nicotine, wherein the average pH in the mouth of individuals chewing the chewing gum, in the time period from 3 to 7 minutes from the onset of chewing, is within the interval of 8.5 to 9. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261506 | TOBACCO-FREE POUCHED PRODUCT CONTAINING FLAVOR BEADS PROVIDING IMMEDIATE AND LONG LASTING FLAVOR RELEASE - A tobacco-free oral pouch product providing immediate and long lasting flavor release comprises a pouch wrapper and tobacco-free flavor beads contained within the pouch wrapper. The flavor beads comprise at least one of microcrystalline cellulose, pectin and sodium alginate, at least one polymer having a higher solubility in saliva than microcrystalline cellulose, pectin and/or sodium alginate, and at least one flavorant. The pectin and sodium alginate are cross-linked. The tobacco-free flavor beads provide immediate release of the flavorant upon placement of a pouch product in a user's mouth and long lasting release of the flavorant for about 15 minutes to about 80 minutes. The oral pouch product contains only tobacco-free flavor beads. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261507 | Synthetic or Imitation Nicotine Compositions, Processes and Methods of Manufacture - Processes and methods of manufacturing a synthetic or imitation nicotine product are provided. One process may include the steps of providing a plurality of areca fruits, drying the plurality of areca fruits, dehusking the plurality of areca fruits to obtain a plurality of areca nuts, chopping, shredding or grinding the plurality of areca nuts into a multiplicity of areca nut particles, introducing the multiplicity of areca nut particles into a tank containing water, agitating the multiplicity of areca nut particles to create a slurry, determining an amount of arecoline in the slurry and pumping the water having the predetermined amount of arecoline through a filter and into a holding tank and evaporating the arecoline from the water. An imitation nicotine product that may include 1% to 20% arecoline by weight with other elements may then be manufactured. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261508 | Gel Polish Thinner - A composition for a thinning agent to reduce the viscosity of a traditional gel or gel polish includes at least one monomer and a photoinitiator. The thinner can reduce the viscosity of a gel polish that has thickened, and allow for easy application of the gel to the nails. Aspects of the thinner can cause a ultra-violet curable gel or gel polish, using a ultra-violet light, to cure using a ultra-violet light emitting diode light source, when the thinner is added to the gel. The thinner is versatile and can be added to any gel polish or traditional gel to extend the life of the gel. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261509 | HAIRBAND AND METHOD FOR USING THEREOF - A hairband which comprises an arcuate portion having two ends for attaching the hairband to the rear part of a person's head and a pair of essentially parallel planar arms, each of which extending from an end of the arcuate portion, for attaching the hairband against the sides of the head, wherein the plane defined by each arm is inclined with respect to the plane defined by the arcuate portion. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261510 | Dental Plaque Removal Device - A kit for dental plaque removal comprises a longitudinally extending absorbent dental strip and a holder. The absorbent dental strip has a thickness “t” and a width “w.” T is sized to be receivable in edentulous areas and diastemas, and w is sized to clean the surface of a tooth without protruding past a gingival sulcus and damaging gingival tissue. The holder has a main shaft. A pair of laterally spaced prongs project from a first end of the main shaft. The prongs are configured to reversibly secure a length of the absorbent dental strip. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261511 | DENTAL FLOSSING DEVICE - Disclosed is a dental flossing device in which dental floss is strung between a dispensing side handle, which dispenses dental floss, and goes into a receiving side handle, which receives used dental floss. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261512 | CURABLE NAIL COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR STRENGTHENING AND REPAIRING NAILS - The present disclosure relates to a curable nail strengthening composition comprising a polymerizable material, at least one penetrating agent, and at least one curing agent. The strengthening composition penetrates the nail and is cured within the nail plate without cross-linking the nail proteins. Methods for strengthening and repairing nails are also disclosed. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261513 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MANAGING HAIR PINS - The present invention is an apparatus comprising a bobby pin holder, a bobby pin opening mechanism, and an adjustable bracelet made out of a durable material such as a leather strap that wraps around the user's wrist and is secured in place. The most preferred embodiments of the present invention include a bobby pin opening mechanism that has a pair of wedge shaped edges that can be used to open bobby pins by pressing the legs of the bobby pin against one of the wedge shaped edges, thereby forcing the legs of the bobby pin apart and opening the bobby pin for use by a hair dresser or hair stylist. Additionally, one or more ridges formed in the body of the bobby pin opening mechanism may be used to hold the bobby pin opened and ready for use. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261514 | Method For Applying False Eyelashes - A method for applying false eyelashes with an applicator for dispensing false eyelashes, which includes a supply wheel and a take-up wheel, the supply wheel comprising a tape having a plurality of pockets, where the pockets secure individual or clusters of false eyelashes until they are dispensed from a dispensing pivot. The spent tape is returned to the take-up wheel. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261515 | HAIR-CARE AGENTS HAVING POLYQUATERNIUM-71 AND CATIONIC SILICONES - A hair-treatment agent includes an active-ingredient complex including polyquaternium-71 and at least one cationic silicone having at least three terminal amino-functional groups as essential constituents. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261516 | HAIR TREATMENT AGENT COMPRISING 4-MORPHOLINO-METHYL-SUBSTITUTED SILICONE(S) - Hair treatment agents include at least one 4-morpholino-methyl-substituted silicone, which comprises in each case at least one of the structural units of the formulae (I), (II) and (III) as described herein, where * is a bond to one of the structural units (I), (II) or (III) or an end group B (Si-bound) or D (O-bound); B represents a group —OH, —O—Si(CH | 2014-09-18 |
20140261517 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING KERATIN BASED FIBERS - Formulations, methods and kits are provided for styling keratinous fiber. The hair can be wet, damp or dry. The formulations and kits allow for lower temperature styling for any of curling, waving and straightening hair. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261518 | FORMULATIONS AND METHODS FOR STRAIGHTENING AND REVITALIZING HAIR - The present invention is directed to methods and formulations of treating keratin fibers, in order to provide long lasting curl reduction and styling results for keratin fibers from a single application. The present invention may include forming sufficient active sites on the keratin fibers followed with fixation and/or cross-linking of active compounds via covalent and strong ionic bond formation to the active sites on the keratin fibers. The active sites may be produced by breaking a sufficient number of disulfide bonds in the keratin fibers by using one or more reducing agents. The active compounds may then be fixed and/or cross-linked to the active sites. The fixation and/or cross-linking reactions of the active compounds onto the keratin fibers is facilitated by allowing the formulations containing the active compounds to react on the keratin fibers at ambient conditions for a sufficient time, followed with heating the keratin fibers to approximately 400° F. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261519 | HIGHLIGHT APPLICATOR - A hair applicator comprises a body, a flexible member, and a means of transferring a center of the flexible member. The flexible comprises bristles, which may be arranged in a circular pattern and/or of differing lengths. The hair applicator may also contain a means of adjusting the initial position of the center of the flexible member. A user may apply an appropriate amount of hair coloring composition within the bristles of the flexible member. When the center of the flexible member is moved, the shape of the flexible member is changed which causes the bristles form to a conical shape which may be used to grasp strands of hair. The user may comb the hair coloring composition throughout the length of the hair and effectively highlight the desired hair strands, although other suitable applications will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art in view of the teachings herein. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261520 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF HAIR COLORING AND HAIR HIGHLIGHTING - Systems, devices and methods for coloring and highlighting hair are provided. The hair coloring system includes a removable hair strand support member and a fastener removably attached to the hair strand support member, wherein the removable hair strand support member is comprised of plastic. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261521 | HAIRCLIP - An apparatus for gathering hair including a body having first and second ends, an inner surface, and a cavity with an opening formed in the body. The body includes a first passage extending from the inner surface to the cavity and a second passage aligned with the first passage and extending from a second surface to the cavity. The apparatus also includes a spring-biased cord lock mechanism within the cavity, and having a spring-biased member accessible through the opening and operable between first and second positions, whereby the spring biases the member toward the first position, and the lock mechanism defining a channel aligned with the first and second passages when the member is in the second position. The apparatus also includes a cord, in which a portion thereof passes through the first and second passages and the channel of the lock mechanism, thereby forming an adjustable loop. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261522 | HAIR STYLING DEVICE - A hair styling device comprising a first blade section, a second blade section, and at least one fin. The first blade section comprises an inner blade surface and at least one first blade section heating element one of coupled to and integrated with the inner blade surface. The second blade section may be rotatably coupled to the first blade section and may comprise at least one second blade section heating element substantially opposing the at least one first blade section heating element. The at least one second blade section heating element may also comprise a substantially flat surface and at least one outer surface. A portion of the at least one fin is one of coupled and integrated to the at least one outer surface. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261523 | Induction Heating Hair Styling Systems and Method - A hair treatment system having a hair iron comprising a handle portion and a hair treatment portion, wherein the hair treatment portion comprises an electrically conductive material; an induction oven comprising: an internal cavity into which at least a portion of the hair iron is removably insertable; an induction coil encircling the cavity of the oven; and an alternating current generator electrically connected to the induction coil. A method for heating a hair treatment device with steps: inserting a hair treatment portion of a hair treatment device into a cavity of an induction oven, wherein the hair treatment portion comprises an electrically conductive material; and alternating current in an induction coil of the induction oven, whereby eddy currents are generated on the surface and hysterisis within the metal of the hair treatment portion of the hair treatment device. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261524 | HAIR STYLING DEVICE - A hair styling device comprising a first blade section, a second blade section, and at least one fin. The first blade section comprises an inner blade surface and at least one first blade section heating element one of coupled to and integrated with the inner blade surface. The second blade section may be rotatably coupled to the first blade section and may comprise at least one second blade section heating element substantially opposing the at least one first blade section heating element. The at least one second blade section heating element may also comprise a substantially flat surface and at least one outer surface. A portion of the at least one fin is one of coupled and integrated to the at least one outer surface. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261525 | Suction Powered Hair-Styling Device - A portable hair-styling device is provided for creating attractive ponytails. The device has a primary housing containing a motor, an impeller, a blocking flap, and a filter screen. Connecting to the primary housing is a flexible hose, a plurality of styling tubes, and one or more elastic bands. When powered on, a partial vacuum is generated within the flexible hose and the styling tube attached thereto. The free end of the styling tube is moved around the base of the stylee's neck to gather loose hair into the tube, and an elastic band is then positioned on the captured length of hair. The device operator releases the captured hair by depressing a release button on the housing, which engages the blocking flap and temporarily disrupts the flow of air from the flexible hose. After hair is removed from the styling tube it remains styled in a neat ponytail. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261526 | HEATED HAIR CURLER WITH HINGED HAIR GRIP AND APPLICATOR HANDLE - A system comprises implements, each including a body, a receptacle disposed on one end of the body and having a bore and an aperture formed through spaced apart wall portions of the receptacle, a clip pivotally attached to the elongated body, and a spring operable to bias the clip for a contact with the elongated body. An applicator handle includes a body having a hollow interior and an end thereof sized and shaped to fit the bore of the receptacle, a resilient member disposed within the hollow interior, a pair of pins upstanding on the ends of the resilient member and sized to be received within the aperture and two buttons engageable with the resilient member and mounted for a linear movement, the two buttons are manually operable to move the pins toward each other for a selective engagement or disengagement of the pins with the aperture. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261527 | HAIR TIE, MANUFACTURING METHOD AND EQUIPMENT OF THE SAME - A hair tie includes a fabric and an elastic band. The fabric has a first edge and a second edge, and is bent such that the first edge and the second edge are side by side. The elastic band is enclosed within the fabric. The elastic band and the first edge and the second edge of the fabric are stitched together. The two ends of the fabric are interconnected. The present disclosure also provides a hair tie manufacturing method and equipment. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261528 | Non-Slip Hair Accessories Including Dual-Purpose Labels for Displaying Indicia and/or For Providing Non-Slip Features - Exemplary embodiments are disclosed of labels for hair accessories. The label may be used for displaying indicia (e.g., a company name, brand, logo, etc.). The label also provides a non-slip feature to help better hold the hair accessory in place. By way of example, the label may be applied along an inner surface of the hair accessory or pinch clip. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261529 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLIP-IN HAIR EXTENSIONS - A hair extension device can include single and dual clip member apparatuses. Hair extension tracks can be applied to the outer surface areas of an apparatus, along the upper edge of a clip member, allowing hair extensions to lie over the entire outer region of the clip. The entire outer surface areas of said clip member apparatuses can contain no holes or at least one row of holes at the top edge of a clip member, providing various means for attaching hair extension tracks. The natural hair can be secured to an apparatus by a row of comb-like teeth that point upward against the scalp when properly applied, providing complementary mating between that natural hair and the slots formed at the base of the comb-like teeth, or by placing the hair in between the apparatus. An apparatus can be opened and closed by snap-action lock. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261530 | COMPACT HOUSING AND GODET FOR A COSMETIC CONTAINER - There is presented a compact housing which is suitable for assembly with a godet containing a cosmetic product so as to provide a compact cosmetic container. The housing comprises a removable protection layer adapted to cover the cosmetic product of the received godet. The protection layer is releasably attached to the housing so that the removable layer can be detached from the housing by a user. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261531 | Dental device - A dental device having a cap and a set of disposable cleaning instruments a user needs for a day or a trip. Each instrument comprising a handle and a portion for cleaning teeth, such as a toothbrush with toothpaste, or a dental flosser, or a toothpick and a handle, or a rupturable dispenser with mouthwash liquid. Each handle and a cap has identical longitudinal cavity with the one open. A part of the first instrument including its cleaning portion is inserted into the cavity of the cap, a part of the second instrument including its cleaning portion is inserted into the cavity of the first instrument, a part of the third instrument including its cleaning portion is inserted into the cavity of the second instrument, and so on. Each cavity and a portion of the instrument inserted into it have at least one set of complementary shapes providing releasable snaps sealing the cavity and holding the engaged instruments and the first instrument and the cap. The device is safe, user friendly and sanitary to carry. Users can assemble the devices with needed type and quantity of instruments for a day or a trip. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261532 | COSMETIC ORGANIZER - A cosmetic organizer having deformable walls that define a plurality of slots is shown. Each of the slots may receive a makeup utensil. Moreover, a group of makeup utensils may be complementarily grouped and inserted into the plurality of slots so that the user may have convenient grouping of complementary makeup utensils and does not need to search within an unorganized makeup bag. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261533 | Compact Organizer for Cosmetics - A compact, modular, cosmetic organizer that provides portability and ease of use and access to the cosmetics. The cosmetic organizer includes a housing, a tray, a plurality of foldable modular boxes, and a foldable mirror. The modular boxes and mirror are collapsible for storage within the housing. When in use, the modular boxes rest within the tray to allow easy access to the cosmetics. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261534 | Hydro Pulse Water Flosser With Reservoir - The present invention provides an advanced water flosser utilizing a direct water source, such as, but not limited to, an attachment to a shower head, that also may embody a reservoir and/or compartment capable of introducing other desirable substances designed to enhance the teeth cleaning process, such as, but not limited to fluoride, antibiotics, mouthwash, whiteners and the like. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261535 | Standing Wave Generation in Holes to Enhance Cleaning in the Holes in Liquid Sonification Cleaning Systems - Methods and liquid sonification systems configured to clean at least one hole of an article. The methods comprise establishing at least one pressure gradient within the at least one hole to move particles proximate to a node of a standing wave toward an antinode of the standing wave, the standing wave having an axis of propagation parallel to the central axis of the at least one hole. The methods may, in some embodiments, comprise establishing one or more sites of cavitation within the at least one hole. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261536 | DUST MITIGATION DEVICE AND METHOD OF MITIGATING DUST - The invention includes a dust mitigation device that utilizes electromagnetic waves to protect devices from dust deposition. The device includes a nonconducting (dielectric) material separating at least one electrode, and in some embodiments a plurality of electrodes, from a grounded layer. The electrodes are connected to a single phase AC signal or a transient voltage signal. In some embodiments the grounded layer is created using a continuous conductor or a conductive grid. In some embodiments, the dielectric, the electrodes, and/or the grounded layer are transparent. The electromagnetic fields produced by the electrodes lift dust particles away from the shield and repel charged particles. Deposited dust particles are removed from the dust mitigation device when the electrodes are activated, regardless of the resistivity of the dust. The invention further includes a method of mitigating dust using such components. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261537 | CLEAN FUNCTION FOR SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER SCRUBBER - Among other things, one or more techniques and systems for cleaning a scrub brush of a scrubber utilized in semiconductor fabrication are provided. In particular, a charge modification element, such as a base pH material or ammonia, is applied to the scrub brush to modify a charge of a particle on the scrub brush to a modified charge. The modified charge of the particle is similar to a charge of the scrub brush, such that the particle and the scrub brush repel one another. The particle can be detached from the scrub brush utilizing various techniques such as a de-ionized water technique or a mechanical cleaning bar technique. In this way, one or more particles can be detached from the scrub brush to clean the scrub brush of particles so that the scrub brush can be used to clean a semiconductor wafer. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261538 | TONGUE-MOUNTED CLEANING ARTICLE - The invention is directed to a tongue-mounted cleaning article for caring for the teeth and gums having an elongated body defining an inner cavity formed in the configuration of the tongue for receiving and accommodating the tongue, and a slot for receiving and accommodating the frenulum on the undersurface of the tongue; an open end sized to permit insertion of tongue; and a closed end being narrower than the open end and configured in the shape of the tip of the tongue, the closed end comprising a plurality of pyramidal protuberances or bristles disposed over a portion or entirety of its surface, wherein the pyramidal protuberances or bristles project outwardly for cleaning the teeth and gums by appropriate movement of the tongue. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261539 | DISK/PAD CLEAN WITH WAFER AND WAFER EDGE/BEVEL CLEAN MODULE FOR CHEMICAL MECHANICAL POLISHING - A method and apparatus for cleaning a substrate after chemical mechanical planarizing (CMP) is provided. The apparatus comprises a housing, a substrate holder rotatable on a first axis and configured to retain a substrate in a substantially vertical orientation, a first pad holder having a pad retaining surface facing the substrate holder in a parallel and space apart relation, the first pad holder rotatable on a second axis rotatable parallel to the first axis, a first actuator operable to move the pad holder relative to the substrate holder to change a distance defined between the first axis and the second axis, and a second pad holder disposed in the housing, the second pad holder having a pad retaining surface facing the substrate holder in a parallel and spaced apart relation, wherein the second pad holder is couple with a rotary arm. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261540 | Pool Cleaner with Articulated Cleaning Members - Exemplary embodiments include a pool cleaner having a body and articulated cleaning member extending from the body. The articulated cleaning member can be pivotally and/or rotatably coupled to the body. The articulated cleaning member can be pivoted or rotated with respect to the body to accommodate changes in the terrain of a pool. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261541 | SMART PHONE CARRYING CASE - A smart phone carrying case that is capable of cleaning and disinfecting a smart phone touch screen every time the phone is removed from the case is disclosed. The smart phone carrying case includes a pocket, inside of which is a cleaning and disinfecting pad, and further includes a flap that supports a drying pad. The touch screen can be cleaned by wiping it across the cleaning and disinfecting pad when the smart phone is removed from the pocket of the carrying case. The touch screen may then be wiped across the drying pad on the flap before the smart phone is operated by the user. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261542 | PERSONAL HYGIENE DEVICES - The present invention discloses personal hygiene device or cleaning devices and cleaning apparatuses. The cleaning devices include an elongate member, at least one housing coupled to a proximal end of the elongate member, at least one agitation mechanism movably coupled to the at least one housing, and a cleaning device removably coupled to the at least one housing. The cleaning apparatuses include a cleaning portion, a first attachment portion at a first end of the cleaning portion, and a second attachment portion at a second end of the cleaning portion. Methods of using the cleaning devices are also disclosed. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261543 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR SELF-CLEANING HANDHELD DUST REMOVAL - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for self-cleaning dust removal. The apparatus may be provided with a brush housing | 2014-09-18 |
20140261544 | ORAL CARE SYSTEM, KIT AND METHOD - An oral care system that includes an oral care implement and a dispenser, an oral care method, and a method of whitening teeth. In one embodiment, the invention may be a method of whitening teeth that includes: providing a toothbrush having a handle and a detachable oral care agent dispenser supported by the handle, the dispenser including a reservoir containing a tooth whitening agent; decoupling the dispenser from the handle of the toothbrush; and applying the tooth whitening agent to an oral surface using the dispenser. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261545 | APPARATUS FOR WIPING ANGLED WINDOW OF ENDOSCOPE - An endoscope cleaning system comprises a sheath and a window cleaning feature. The sheath is configured to receive a shaft of an endoscope. The window cleaning feature is configured to clean the window of the endoscope. The window cleaning feature may include an absorptive material that is configured to soakingly wipe liquids and/or debris from the window when the absorptive material is passed over the window. The window cleaning feature may also include a hydrophilic wiper that is configured to drivingly wipe liquids and/or debris away from the window when the wiper is passed over the window. The lends cleaning feature may also include a fluid washing feature, a suction feature, and/or a pressurized gas feature to assist in cleaning the window of the endoscope. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261546 | METHOD OF GENERATING CARBONATE IN SITU IN A USE SOLUTION AND OF BUFFERED ALKALINE CLEANING UNDER AN ENRICHED CO2 ATMOSPHERE - The invention is directed to methods of generating carbonate in situ in a use solution under an enriched CO | 2014-09-18 |
20140261547 | MULTI-LANCE REEL FOR INTERNAL CLEANING AND INSPECTION OF TUBULARS - A multi-lance reel assembly comprising a plurality of reel assemblies received onto and disposed to rotate about an axle. Each reel assembly rotates independently of the others. Each reel assembly further comprises a plurality of spokes separating a rim from a hub. Each hub provides a hub groove on each internal hub surface, and a hub aperture connecting each external hub surface with the hub groove. When the reel assemblies are received onto the axle, axle grooves on the axle align with the hub grooves to form a continuous ring aperture for each reel assembly. Separate axle apertures connect either one of the end faces of the axle with each axle groove, providing a separate passageway from each external hub surface to an axle end face. Hoses, electrical conduits, conductors or other similar carrier hardware deployed within hollow lances spooled on each reel assembly may connect to the hub apertures. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261548 | Method and Apparatus for Cleaning the Interior of an Above Ground Storage Tank - An apparatus and method for cleaning the interior of an above ground storage tank includes a nozzle assembly mounted to a cover on the storage tank sidewall having a horizontally extending wash pipe fixedly and a suction pipe for recirculation of spent fluids. The wash pipe has an interior segment which can be extended to a tank floor and is configured with a bend to extend along the tank sidewall to which is attached a submersible swivel joint fitted with a choked nozzle. The nozzle assembly is attached to a control assembly so that the direction of flow from the nozzle may be manipulated by rotation of the swivel joint from the exterior of the storage tank. The nozzle also may be adjusted so the direction of flow may follow the angle of the tank floor. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261549 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING DEVICE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING METHOD - A substrate processing device | 2014-09-18 |
20140261550 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR OPERATING A CIP PRE-FLUSH STEP USING FLUOROMETRIC MEASUREMENTS OF SOIL CONTENT - A clean-in-place process may begin with a pre-rinse step in which soil (e.g., contaminants, residual product) is flushed from industrial equipment prior to circulating a cleaning agent through the equipment. To determine when the equipment has been suitably flushed, pre-rinse fluid exiting the industrial equipment and containing soil may be fluorometrically analyzed. A concentration of the soil is determined from fluorescent emissions emitted by the soil itself. Based on this information, the pre-rinse flushing process can be controlled, for example, to minimize water usage, maximize pre-rinse cleaning, or based on any other suitable metric. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261551 | CORD CLAMP CURRENT SENSOR FOR DUST COLLECTOR - A dust collection system includes a sensor body, a selection circuit, a detection circuit, and a motor control circuit. The sensor body detachably encircles a cord supplying power to a power tool. The cord includes a neutral conductor and a hot conductor. The sensor body houses sensors that, in response to current flow through the cord, generate sensor signals. The selection circuit generates a positive output signal in response to the sensor signals and generates a negative output signal in response to the sensor signals. The detection circuit generates a current detection signal in response to a comparison of the positive and negative output signals with a threshold. The motor control circuit selectively turns on a motor of the dust collection system in response to the current detection signal. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261552 | Dishwasher-Dining table Having Rotatable Tabletop - The invention is directed to a novel dishwasher-dining table combination appliance having a rotatable, invertible top dining insert panel that allows for cleaning dining utensils and the like without having to remove them from a table. The invention provides for a compact, self-contained, system useful in a variety of locations and applications where reductions in the length of time required for cleaning, storing and replacing dining utensils on a table are advantageous | 2014-09-18 |
20140261553 | DISHWASHER WITH WASH LOAD DETECTION - A method of operating a dishwasher having a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber for receiving utensils and a spraying system spraying liquid in the treating chamber, to determine at least one parameter of the cycle of operation based on the set of load condition by selectively spraying liquid in multiple portions of the treating chamber. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261554 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING DEVICE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING METHOD - In a substrate processing device | 2014-09-18 |
20140261555 | DE-CARBONIZING PROCESS FOR COMBUSTION COMPONENT CLEANING - A cleaning composition and process to remove carbon deposits from combustion equipment components is provided. The de-carbonizing composition is packaged in certain embodiments in an aerosol propellant. The inventive composition is also readily used as a liquid or an atomized mist that is readily introduced into the intake manifold through a tube tolerant of engine inlet operational temperatures and conditions. The invention introduces the composition by a process that precludes the need for engine disassembly. | 2014-09-18 |
20140261556 | SURFACE SUCKING APPARATUS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME - A surface sucking apparatus having a body and a plurality of legs. The body removably attachable to a vacuum hose. The body having a first portion, a second portion and a passageway extending therebetween for removing material. The plurality of legs positioned about the body so that the body is movable between a first position and a second position. | 2014-09-18 |