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20150278829 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IN-STORE TRACKING - A method for acquiring analytical information may be provided. The method may include providing a database configured to store user specific data and providing a user interface for displaying, inputting, or analyzing the data. A customer interface may be provided to allow for customer interaction with a business, retailer, or service provider. Customer data may be measured through online interactions, signals from mobile devices, and in-store interactions. User specific data and general customer data may be compiled in the database and feedback may be generated based on the data and presented through the user interface. | 10-01-2015 |
20150278888 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACQUIRING INFORMATION - A method for acquiring analytical information may be provided. The method may include providing a database configured to store user specific data and providing a user interface for displaying, inputting, or analyzing the data. A customer interface may be provided to allow for customer interaction with a business, retailer, or service provider. Customer data may be measured through online interactions, signals from mobile devices, and in-store interactions. User specific data and general customer data may be compiled in the database and feedback may be generated based on the data and presented through the user interface. | 10-01-2015 |
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20080214720 | Thermoplastic molding composition based on AES rubber with low surface gloss - A thermoplastic composition suitable for making articles having low gloss and good impact properties is disclosed. The composition contains
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20100041831 | IMPACT MODIFIED POLYCARBONATE-POLYLACTIC ACID COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to a thermoplastic molding composition containing an aromatic polycarbonate, a polylactic acid and an impact modifying amount of a non-functionalized ethylene/(meth)acrylate copolymer. The inventive composition is characterized by its higher impact resistance, flexural and tensile properties than those of corresponding compositions where the copolymer is functionalized. | 02-18-2010 |
20100051882 | TRANSPARENT THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITION WITH IMPROVED ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY IN THE MELT - The present invention provides a transparent thermoplastic molding composition made from one member selected from the group consisting of a transparent copolyestercarbonate resin, a transparent blend of a polycarbonate resin with a polyester resin, and a transparent polyester resin, from about 0.005 weight percent to about 2 weight percent, based on the weight of the composition, of a perfluoroalkylsulfonic acid salt of the formula (I): (RA—SO | 03-04-2010 |
20110065157 | PHOTOBIOREACTOR FOR ALGAE GROWTH - The present invention provides a flow-through photobioreactor containing at least one thermoplastic multi-wall sheet having an upper layer and a lower layer having arranged there between at least two sidewalls, at least one inner wall and two or more end caps. Also provided is a process for the production of a biofuel with the inventive photobioreactor. The photobioreactor and process of the present invention have the following advantages: genetically engineered microbes that give higher yields cannot escape into the environment, water in the system does not evaporate, no weeding (presence of unwanted algae), UV light from the sun is filtered out by the reactor walls, temperature control is possible, CO | 03-17-2011 |
20110071241 | FLAME RETARDANT, OPTICALLY CLEAR THERMOPLASTIC MOLDING COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to a flame-retardant, optically clear thermoplastic molding composition. The composition contains a A) about 60 pbw to about 97 pbw of a polycarbonate, B) about 1 pbw to about 20 pbw of bromine-substituted oligocarbonate, C) about 1 pbw to about 20 pbw of a phosphorus-containing compound and D) about 0.01 pbw to about 1 pbw of at least one alkali or alkaline-earth salt of perfluoroalkane sulfonic acid and optionally E) about 0.01 to about 1 pbw of a phosphite antioxidant/stabilizer. In accordance with UL-94 standard the flame-retardant, optically clear thermoplastic molding composition is rated 5VA at 3.00 mm and V-0 at 2.3 mm, more preferably V-0 at 1.5 mm according to UL-94. | 03-24-2011 |
20130090419 | POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS HAVING IMPROVED WATER RESISTANCE AND RELATED METHODS - The present invention relates to compositions containing a polycarbonate including a bisphenol compound and an effective amount of a bishaloformate component present in an amount sufficient to reduce the average unbound bisphenol compound level found in water after immersion in deionized water for two weeks at 40° C. of the composition to less than about 20 ppb. Also provided are methods for increasing the water resistance of a polycarbonate composition. The method involves adding an effective amount of a bishaloformate component to the polycarbonate composition such that the polycarbonate composition has an average unbound bisphenol compound level found in water after immersion in deionized water for two weeks at 40° C. of less than about 20 ppb. | 04-11-2013 |
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20150247024 | FLAME-RETARDANT POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to flame-retardant polycarbonate compositions and methods for increasing the flame-retardancy of polycarbonate compositions. An α,ω-alkoxy phenyl phenyloligosiloxane compound and an alkali metal sulfonate salt are added to the polycarbonate compositions. The addition of the α,ω-alkoxy phenyl phenyloligosiloxane compound and the alkali metal sulfonate salt produces a polycarbonate composition having a flame-retardance rating of UL 94V-0 at 2 mm thickness or less. | 09-03-2015 |
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20080308291 | Safety filler plug for recessed electrical contacts - A safety filler plug for recessed electrical contacts is provided. The plug includes a pair of spaced apart generally rectangular arm members including a first stationary arm member and a second tab arm member. The first arm member and the second arm member each have an insertion end, an extension end and a middle portion between the insertion end and said extension end. A generally rectangular horizontal barrier member extends between and bridges the middle portions of arm members. The barrier member has an interior surface and exterior surface. A cross bar support member extends between and has cross bar end portions connected to the insertion ends of the arms. A generally triangular brace member having a first side portion connected to the first arm member and a second side portion connected to said exterior surface of said barrier member is also provided. | 12-18-2008 |
20090255382 | Plier tool for closing clam-shell type electrical connectors - A plier tool for closing clam shell type electrical connectors onto electrical wires includes a pair of handles, an upper jaw and a lower jaw. The upper jaw and the lower jaw are movable between an open position and a closed position. The jaws move relatively closer together during a closing operation upon squeezing together of the handles. An upper die member having a pivotal connection point is pivotally attached to the upper jaw for pivotal movement during the closing operation. The upper die member also has a generally planar upper contact surface. The upper contact surface is adapted to continuously contact and slide upon a lid portion of a clam shell type electrical connector during the closing operation. A lower die member is rigidly attached to said lower jaw and has a lower contact surface. The lower contact surface has a cavity therein sized to receive and retain a base portion of clam shell type electrical connector during the closing operation. | 10-15-2009 |
20100018739 | Enclosure for wiring devices - An enclosure for wiring devices such as switches and receptacles is provided. A housing member has a main front chamber, a main rear chamber and a central dividing wall separating the front chamber from the rear chamber. The housing has an open front leading to the front chamber. The rear chamber is divided into a plurality of electrical feed ports through which electrical power is provided to and may be taken from the enclosure. The feed ports each have an open back providing access to the ports but not to the main front chamber. A front plate member sized to completely cover and seal the open front of said front chamber is permanently attached to the housing to make a fully enclosed factory sealed enclosure in the front chamber. The front chamber contains a wiring device. Hot, neutral and ground busses extend between and interconnect the feed ports. These busses have segments extending through the dividing wall and connected to a wiring device. The present invention is designed primarily for safety but because of the use of fewer components and because of a greater ease of installation, significant labor savings also result from the present invention. | 01-28-2010 |
20100084186 | Fixture box enclosure - A fixture box for a light fixture or the like is disclosed. The fixture box has a housing with an interior and an exterior. An input port accessible from the exterior of the housing is provided to receive and terminate an incoming electrical power source cable. An output port accessible from the exterior of the housing is also provided to provide electrical power to another fixture. A light fixture port accessible from the interior of the housing provides an electrical connection between the incoming power and the light fixture. Enclosed hot, neutral and ground buss portions are provided to make electrical connections and provide electrical power between the input port to the output port and to the fixture port. The fixture box provides greater safety to the end user or homeowner because the bussing of the fixture box is completely enclosed. The fixture box also lowers labor costs due to the quick termination of the Q-CEB to the snap in connection at the ports. The fixture box can be mounted and wired after the finished ceiling is installed making it a labor saving device for all of the installers, including the finishers and the painters. | 04-08-2010 |
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20120200131 | Child Safety Seat - A child safety seat includes a seat shell, an anchor strap portion assembled with the seat shell, and a guide bracket adjustable relative to the seat shell. The anchor strap portion has a distal end connected with a fastener that is operable to attach the seat shell with an anchor structure provided in a vehicle. The guide bracket is adjustable relative to the seat shell between a first position and a second position, wherein the anchor strap portion is routed along the guide bracket placed in the first position to have the distal end positioned at a rear of the seat shell, and the anchor strap portion is routed along the guide bracket placed in the second position to have the distal end positioned at a front of the seat shell. | 08-09-2012 |
20120261958 | Child Safety Seat - A child safety seat includes a seat shell having one side provided with an elongated slot, and an anchor strap portion restrictedly held with the seat shell. The slot communicates with a first opening near a front of the seat shell, and a second opening near a rear of the seat shell. The anchor strap portion is connected with a fastener that is operable to attach with an anchor structure provided in a vehicle, the anchor strap portion being movable along the slot between a first position adjacent to the first opening, and a second position adjacent to the second opening. | 10-18-2012 |
20120313413 | Child Safety Seat - A child safety seat includes a seat shell having a backrest portion, a headrest adjustable along a front surface of the backrest portion, a shoulder strap, and a panel assembled at the front surface. The shoulder strap is formed from a webbing material that passes through the front surface and extends at a front side of the backrest portion. The panel can cover a region of the backrest portion that becomes uncovered by the headrest at the front surface as a result of the headrest being adjusted downward. Moreover, the seat can include a transversal bar affixed with the backrest portion, and a latch located below the transversal bar. The latch has a locking structure operable to engage with the backrest portion to hold the headrest in place, the latch being assembled with the headrest about a pivot axis located between the transversal bar and the locking structure. | 12-13-2012 |
20130099536 | Child Safety Seat Having an Adjustable Crotch Strap - A child safety seat includes a seat shell having an opening, a crotch strap and a fixture. The crotch strap has a first end portion, a second end portion, and an intermediate portion between the first and second end portions. The first end portion is anchored with the seat shell, the second end portion extends outward through the opening, and the intermediate portion is adjustable relative to the seat shell between a first and a second position spaced apart from each other. The fixture is operable to hold the intermediate portion of the crotch strap at any of the first and second positions. | 04-25-2013 |
20140103697 | Child Restraint Harness Having a Chest Clip Device - A child restraint harness includes first and second shoulder straps, a first chest clip connector held with the first shoulder strap and having an engaging part, and a second chest clip connector held with the second shoulder strap and having a catch structure. The engaging part is operable to engage and lock with the catch structure selectively at a first position to hold the first and second shoulder straps apart from each other at a first distance, and at a second position to hold the first and second shoulder straps apart from each other at a second distance greater than the first distance. | 04-17-2014 |
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20110158997 | SINGLE CHAIN FRAGMENT VARIABLE ANTIBODY LIBRARIES AND USES THEREOF - The invention is generally directed to antibody variable domains or antibodies, libraries of antibody variable domains or antibodies, methods of making said antibodies and libraries, and methods of treatment comprising administering the generated antibody variable domains or antibodies. Specifically, the invention is directed to novel primer nucleotide sequences that are used to amplify all rearranged sequences of canine variable heavy (VH) and variable light (VL) immunoglobulin chains that have been used in naturally occurring antibody responses. These novel sequences contain canine framework regions and complementarity determining regions which may be used to canine-ize antibodies. Further, these sequences are useful for the identification and targeting of viral and bacterial pathogens, and tumor-associated antigens. | 06-30-2011 |
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