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20110074279 | SELF-ADHESIVE BASE POLYMER FOR ELECTROLUMINESCENCE MASSES - Self-adhesive polymer having a relative permittivity of more than 4.5 useful as a matrix of a self-adhesive electroluminescence mass. | 03-31-2011 |
20110226415 | Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Mass - The present invention relates to the use of an adhesive mass at least containing an acid-anhydride-modified vinyl aromatic block copolymer, a metal chelate, and an adhesive resin for bonding optical components, particularly optical films, wherein the adhesive mass has a transmittance greater than 86% and a haze less than 5%. | 09-22-2011 |
20110318579 | Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Transfer Tape with Differentiated Adhesion on Either Side and Method for Producing the Tape - The present invention relates to a pressure-sensitive adhesive transfer tape, taking the form of a carrierless adhesive tape with an adhesive layer comprising a pressure-sensitive adhesive based on a poly(meth)acrylate copolymer with the following monomers: a1) acrylic acid and/or acrylic esters of the following formula: CH | 12-29-2011 |
20110319560 | Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Mass - The present invention relates to a pressure-sensitive adhesive mass based on polyurethane, wherein the polyurethane is composed of the following starting materials in the specified proportions, said starting materials being reacted catalytically with each other: a) at least one aliphatic or alicyclic polyisocyanate, wherein the functionality thereof is less than or equal to 3 in each case; b) a combination of at least one polypropylene glycol diol and at least one polypropylene glycol triol, wherein the ratio of the number of hydroxyl groups of the diol component to the number of hydroxyl groups of the triol component is less than 10, wherein the ratio of the number of isocyanate groups to the total number of hydroxyl groups is between 0.65 and 1.2, and wherein the diols and triols are selected and combined alternatively as follows in each case: diols having a molecular weight of less than or equal to 1000 are combined with triols having a molecular weight greater than or equal to 1000, diols having a molecular weight of great than 1000 are combined with triols having a molecular weight less than 1000; (c) at least one light stabilizer based on an aromatically substituted triazine having a proportion of 0.2-2 wt % and at least one amine-hindered light stabilizer having a proportion of 0.2-2 wt %; d) at least one antioxidant based on a sterically hindered phenol having a proportion of 0.2-2 wt %; e) a carbodiimide having a proportion of 0.25-2.5 wt %. | 12-29-2011 |
20120171483 | USE OF ADHESIVE TAPES FOR BONDING OPTICAL COMPONENTS - Optical components are bondable by means of an adhesive tape that has at least one layer of a pressure-sensitive adhesive compound on basis of a polyacrylate having a weight-averaged molecular weight Mw in the range of 200000=M | 07-05-2012 |
20130245178 | PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE MASS - A method and an adhesive bond optical components, such that a first optical component is bonded to a second optical component with the adhesive, wherein the adhesive comprises at least an acid anhydride-modified vinylaromatic block copolymer, a metal chelate, and a tackifier resin, and the adhesive has a transmittance of greater than 86% and a haze of less than 5%. | 09-19-2013 |
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20110140634 | CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR THE OPERATION OF AT LEAST ONE DISCHARGE LAMP - A circuit arrangement for the operation of at least one discharge lamp is provided. The circuit arrangement may include an input for connecting an AC supply voltage; a rectifier, which is coupled to the input and has a first output terminal and a second output terminal for providing a DC supply voltage; an inverter, which includes at least a first switch and a second switch, which are coupled in series between the first output terminal and the second output terminal of the rectifier; a control circuit which is at least designed to drive the first switch and the second switch, with a first input for receiving a control signal, and a second input for feeding a voltage for supplying the control circuit, the second input being connected to an operational supply apparatus, which is designed to couple an operational supply voltage to the second input of the control circuit during operation of the inverter; a control line, which is coupled firstly to the input for connecting an AC supply voltage and secondly to the first input for receiving a control signal, a third switch being arranged in the control line; wherein it furthermore includes a startup supply apparatus with an input and an output, its input being coupled to the first input of the control circuit, and its output being coupled to the second input of the control circuit, the startup supply apparatus being designed to provide a startup supply voltage at the output of the startup supply apparatus in the event of an on signal at the input of the startup supply apparatus when the control circuit has no supply and therefore is switched off. | 06-16-2011 |
20110156614 | CIRCUIT AND METHOD FOR DIMMING A LUMINOUS ELEMENT - In various embodiments, a circuit for dimming at least one luminous element is provided. The circuit may include at least two switching inputs and an N-connection, wherein on the basis of a switching combination of the switching inputs the at least one luminous element is dimmable, wherein as a function of a voltage shape across the N-connection the at least one luminous element is dimmable. | 06-30-2011 |
20110273096 | DETECTOR CIRCUIT AND METHOD FOR ACTUATING A FLUORESCENT LAMP - A detector circuit for actuating at least one fluorescent lamp may be configured such that the actuation of at least one fluorescent lamp occurs as a function of a first signal at a first input and as a function of a second signal at a second input if the first signal and the second signal are each greater than a first prescribed voltage and less than a second prescribed voltage during a start-up phase. | 11-10-2011 |
20120019146 | Detector circuit and method for controlling a fluorescent lamp - A detector circuit for controlling at least one fluorescent lamp is provided, wherein the detector circuit is configured such that an inactive fluorescent lamp can be detected if a first signal is present at least one of a first input and a second signal is present at a second input in a detection interval after a start-up phase. | 01-26-2012 |
20120086355 | CIRCUIT AND METHOD FOR DRIVING A LAMP - In various embodiments, a circuit for driving a lamp, which is operated via a bridge circuit, is provided. The circuit may include an analog controller configured to drive the bridge circuit in a first operating mode; and a logic circuit configured to drive the bridge circuit in a second operating mode. | 04-12-2012 |
20140312803 | CIRCUIT FOR ACTUATING AN ILLUMINATION COMPONENT - A circuit for actuating an illumination component is disclosed. A control voltage for actuating the illumination component can be tapped off at a capacitor which can be charged via a charge current proportional to the voltage at the capacitor. The capacitor can be charged with a substantially exponential voltage profile at the capacitor via a first current mirror. The capacitor can be discharged via a second current mirror, the first current mirror and the second current mirror coupled, and the second current mirror provides, via this coupling, a coupling current which is proportional to a discharge current of the capacitor, and the first current mirror produces the charge current, which is substantially proportional to the coupling current. | 10-23-2014 |
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20090037802 | Integrated System and Method to Create a Video Application for Distribution in the Internet - A system and method for individuals to create and manage an online video presentation for promoting skills, products, or ideas using a computer and a web cam, or any other video recording equipment. The video can be integrated into a portfolio of related documents, files, and folders, such as an online job application consisting of resume, cover letter, transcripts, and certificates. The software allows for the user to create a video script consisting of different video parts or topics that are being recorded, replayed, edited, deleted, and previewed later. The user may also select between different styles of layouts or masters including design, font, size, or color etc. Sample texts, sample videos, and portfolios as well as tips and recommendations for creating an ideal presentation are being provided in the menu. The portfolio will be uploaded to the server and provided to the viewer through and Internet link. | 02-05-2009 |
20110246571 | Integrated System and Method to Create a Video Application for Distribution in the Internet - A system and method for individuals to create and manage an online video presentation for promoting skills, products, or ideas using a computer and a web cam, or any other video recording equipment. The video can be integrated into a portfolio of related documents, files, and folders, such as an online job application consisting of resume, cover letter, transcripts, and certificates. The software allows for the user to create a video script consisting of different video parts or topics that are being recorded, replayed, edited, deleted, and previewed later. The user may also select between different styles of layouts or masters including design, font, size, or color etc. Sample texts, sample videos, and portfolios as well as tips and recommendations for creating an ideal presentation are being provided in the menu. The portfolio will be uploaded to the server and provided to the viewer through and Internet link. | 10-06-2011 |
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20110174294 | Method And System For Allocating Solar Radiation Between Multiple Applications - The system facilitates dynamically allocating a variable amount of solar radiation to or between multiple solar applications based on optimizing a time-dependent cost function using multiple parameters as inputs to the cost function. Also described is an optical architecture that enables dynamically channeling incident solar radiation to or between multiple solar applications based on the optimization of a cost function. A solar allocation and distribution system includes an allocation sub-system; a distribution sub-system; and a controller configured for controlling the allocation sub-system and the distribution sub-system based on optimizing a cost function, wherein the cost function is time-dependent and based on energy utilization of a facility. | 07-21-2011 |
20110265785 | SOLAR THERMAL COLLECTING SYSTEM - It is provided a solar energy module for converting solar radiation to thermal energy. The module includes a thermally insulating element transmissive to solar radiation and having low transmissivity to thermal infra-red radiation, an absorbing element, a sealed enclosure, and a variable portion in the envelope of the sealed enclosure. This portion is adapted for varying the volume available to gas enclosed in the enclosure in accordance with changing temperature of the enclosed gas. Also, it is provided a solar energy module which includes a thermally insulating element, an absorbing surface and liquid pipes for absorbing the solar radiation, and an air duct thermally coupled thereof. The heated liquid and the heated air are usable for a variety of thermal applications. A heat storage may be thermally coupled to the absorbing surface and to the liquid pipes. The air duct has several air valves, and is associated with a controller for regulating air flow through the air duct. The controller may regulate heat flow in accordance with an optimization program, receiving inputs from several sources, like a sensor monitoring a building, a sensor monitoring the solar energy module, and an environment sensor. | 11-03-2011 |
20140166044 | Method of removal of snow or ice coverage from solar collectors - A system and method for prevention and removal of snowpack from solar panels increases the collection efficiency of solar panels by using one or more techniques, alone or in combination including: vibrating a vibrationally isolated surface of the solar panel; flexing a flexible sheet attached to the solar panel; inducing vibrations via extenial circulation piping for detaching the snowpack from at least one solar thermal collector of a solar array; activating a heat-pipe to transfer heat from an absorber plate to the surface of the collection panel; and using a PZT to generate vibrations for detaching the snowpack from the solar panel. | 06-19-2014 |
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20120291770 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE LIMITING IN A SEALED SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTOR - Insulated solar panels provide that provide a solar thermal collector with means for limiting stagnation temperatures and preventing damage include: temperature limiting is provided by the insulated solar panel, isolating internal components from the environment, using passive closed systems within the sealed solar thermal collector, while also allowing alternative implementations as active systems and/or portions of the temperature limiting system outside the sealed solar thermal collector. A heat pipe can be used as a passive thermal switch, where the temperature induced action at a predetermined temperature causes an abrupt transition from a state of thermal isolation to a state of strong thermal coupling. Additionally, a set of siphon circulation pipes provides a passive closed system for temperature limiting. | 11-22-2012 |
20140135965 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCTION, DELIVERY AND USE OF EMBEDDED CONTENT DELIVERY - A system comprising: (a) a transmitter adapted to provide an audio signal output comprising an embedded data element imperceptible to a human being of normal auditory acuity when said audio signal output is played through speakers wherein said embedded data element is embedded using phase modulation; and (b) an audio receiver adapted to receive said audio signal output and extract said embedded data element and respond to at least a portion of the data in said embedded data element. | 05-15-2014 |
20140166044 | Method of removal of snow or ice coverage from solar collectors - A system and method for prevention and removal of snowpack from solar panels increases the collection efficiency of solar panels by using one or more techniques, alone or in combination including: vibrating a vibrationally isolated surface of the solar panel; flexing a flexible sheet attached to the solar panel; inducing vibrations via extenial circulation piping for detaching the snowpack from at least one solar thermal collector of a solar array; activating a heat-pipe to transfer heat from an absorber plate to the surface of the collection panel; and using a PZT to generate vibrations for detaching the snowpack from the solar panel. | 06-19-2014 |
20150075517 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE LIMITING IN A SEALED SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTOR - Insulated solar panels that provide a solar thermal collector with means for limiting stagnation temperatures and preventing damage include: temperature limiting is provided by the insulated solar panel, isolating internal components from the environment, using passive closed systems within the sealed solar thermal collector, while also allowing alternative implementations as active systems and/or portions of the temperature limiting system outside the sealed solar thermal collector. A heat pipe can be used as a passive thermal switch, where the temperature induced action at a predetermined temperature causes an abrupt transition from a state of thermal isolation to a state of strong thermal coupling. Additionally, a set of siphon circulation pipes provides a passive closed system for temperature limiting. | 03-19-2015 |