04th week of 2009 patent applcation highlights part 2 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20090019712 | Apparatus and Method of Displaying Designs for a Building - A framework for moving a displayer over a foundation of a building to display the architectural features of the building onto the foundation. The framework contains a displayer that projects the images by either pigment or laser to increase the efficiency of constructing a building. The framework provides movement of the displayer in order to display the features on all portions of the foundation. The displayer may project the image on varying levels of the building by increasing the height of the framework. Movement of the displayer may be performed by various means and the displayer may move along the framework and the carrier for the displayer. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019713 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FOOTWEAR RELATED MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT - One embodiment of the present invention relates to a footwear characteristic measuring system designed to determine measurements of a particular footwear wedge insert which may be used to encourage correct knee alignment in an article of footwear. The system includes a base, a stepped member, a platform, and an illumination system. The stepped member or piano hinge is positioned on the top surface of the base adjacent to or partially under the platform. The platform is disposed above the top surface of the base and connected on a first side to the base via a hinge. A second portion of the platform is positioned on top of a portion of the stepped member so as to form a particular angle with respect to the base depending on the height of the particular stepped member surface. The illumination system is oriented to transmit an illumination output upward or perpendicular to the top surface of the base. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019714 | Balance Unit with Direction-Setting Function - A balance unit with direction-setting function, including a support element positioned on a preset locating face, the support element having a contact section; a balance element having a contact section at its gravity center for contacting with the contact section of the support element by very little frictional coefficient, the balance element having a direction-indicating section; and a magnetic element connected with the balance element. By means of the interaction between the magnetic element and terrestrial magnetism, the balance element can overcome the little frictional force between the balance element and the support element, whereby the direction-indicating section of the balance element can naturally move to indicate a preset direction. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019715 | INTEGRATED GAUGING AND ROBOTIC APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus includes a robotic arm in one example. A workpiece holding portion is coupled to the robotic arm and is configured to selectively hold a workpiece. At least one measurement device is coupled with the workpiece holding portion and is configured to measure a property of the workpiece while being held by the workpiece holding portion. In another example, a method includes automatically measuring at least one property of the workpiece while the workpiece is moved from one location to another. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019716 | Length measuring arrangement - A length measuring arrangement for measuring the relative position of two objects, the length measuring arrangement including a housing made of a non-magnetic material and longitudinally extending in a measuring direction. The length measuring arrangement including a scale in the housing, the scale having a measuring graduation, a first guide face and a second guide face which extends perpendicular to the first guide face. A mounting piece attachable to one of the two objects rigidly in the measuring direction and resiliently transversely to the measuring direction. The length measuring arrangement including a scanning carriage that scans the measuring graduation, wherein the scanning carriage is coupled to the mounting piece rigidly in the measuring direction and resiliently transversely to the measuring direction, and the scanning carriage is linearly guided in the measuring direction on the first and second guide faces and is pressed against the first and second guide faces. A pressure force is generated by a magnetic force between at least one first element of the scanning carriage and a second element provided on the housing. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019717 | Digital Measurement System - A digital measurement system for use with a tool, such as a miter saw. The digital measurement system includes a detecting device and a digital display coupled with the tool to measure the length of a workpiece. Each time an aperture passes through the detecting device the detecting device sends an electronic signal to the digital display to calculate and display the length traveled by the workpiece. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019718 | Apparatus and method for cleaning electronic jacks of debris - Methods and apparatus are provided for cleaning jacks in portable electronic components. In one embodiment of the present invention, an adaptor plug is designed having a hollow shaft and the end of the plug is designed with holes that communication with the hollow shaft. The plug can be inserted into a jack, which can operate to open one or more switches within the jack, thereby freeing any debris that may have accumulated under the switches. Compressed air can then be applied down the hollow shaft and out the holes in the plug to displace the debris and clean the jack. In another embodiment, the end of the plug can be constructed such that it rotates about an axis to increase the likelihood that the jack will be cleansed. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019719 | CONDITIONER APPLICATOR FOR HAIR STYLING DEVICE - An integrated hair drying and hair treatment system is provided, including an attachment for a heated hair styling device, including a supply of hair conditioner disposed on the attachment so that the conditioner is dispensed upon said attachment contacting the hair. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019720 | Pulse combustion dryer apparatus and methods - The present inventions relate to pulse combustion dryer apparatus and associated methods. The pulse combustion dryer apparatus may include a combustor that defines a combustion chamber that is in fluid communication with a tailpipe passage defined by a tailpipe. An air inlet communicates air into the combustion chamber through an air inlet passage. A fluid diode disposed within the air inlet passage allows airflow into the combustion chamber through the air inlet passage, and may generally prevent backflow of heated combustion products from the combustion chamber through the air inlet passage. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019721 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DRYING PARTICLES OF BULK MATERIAL - In a method of drying particles of bulk material for subsequent transfer to an analyzer for determining a grain size of the particles, a free-flowing particle stream of particles to be dried is formed to move in a transport direction through a drying zone. As it moves through the drying zone, the particle stream is exposed to an air flow which is generated by a fan and heated by an air heater. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019722 | Apparatus and method for removing organic contamination adsorbed onto substrate, and apparatus and method for measuring thickness of thin film formed on substrate - In a body of a film-thickness measuring apparatus ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019723 | Method and Device in a Dryer Section of a Fibre-Web Machine, Such as a Paper or Board Machine - A fiber-web machine dryer section has a drying group with single-wire draw so the drying wire (F) presses the web (W) against heated cylinder surfaces with the web (W) at the side of the outside curve of reversing cylinders ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019724 | APPARATUS FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING A TRAY OF A FREEZE DRYING PLANT AND METHOD THEREOF - The object of the disclosure is an apparatus for loading and unloading a tray ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019725 | ELECTROMAGNETIC FITNESS SHOES WITH A CONDUCTOR STRUCTURE AND INSOLES - The present invention provides electromagnetic fitness shoes with a conductor structure and an insole. The shoes include a vamp, an inner space, a heel portion and a sole. The sole includes a big sole body, a middle sole and an insole. The insole is provided with conducting members, and the conductor structure electrically connects to a conducting member. The conducting member includes a conductive terminal and electric wire. The conductive terminal fitted with an electric connecting portion. The conductive terminal is assembled into the interleaving space formed by the heel portion and arranged along the interleaving space. The electric connecting portion is exposed upwards, and the conducting member of insole is made of conductive fabrics. The robustness is improved, and the service life of the electromagnetic fitness shoes is prolonged with better comfort and applicability. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019726 | DEVICE FOR UTILIZATION OF THE ENERGY GENERATED BY BODY WEIGHT - The present invention refers to a device for utilization of the energy generated by pressure of body weight on the heal of footwear to be utilized at the moment of the final detachment of the footwear from the ground. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019727 | Anti-perforation insole for footwear - An anti-perforation insole ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019728 | Adjustable Arch Support - An arch support footwear system for supporting an arch of a user includes footwear to be worn by the user, a flexible bladder member to expand and contract to provide variable support to the arch of the user, a pump member to communicate with the flexible bladder member to provide pressurized fluid to the flexible bladder member. The flexible bladder member is integral with the footwear, and the pump member is integral with the footwear. The pump member is external to the footwear, and the footwear system includes a release valve to release the fluid from the flexible bladder member. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019729 | FOOTWEAR SOLE CONSTRUCTION - A sole construction having a heel carrier and an upwardly-arched heel pad. The heel pad is fitted into and supported by the heel carrier so that the heel pad provides a spring-like bending reaction to a load. The sole construction may further include a support element disposed above the heel pad and fitted into heel carrier. The support element may be upwardly-arching so that, like the heel pad, it provides spring-like bending reaction in response to a load. The support element and heel pad may be integrally formed, for example, by molding the heel pad directly onto the support element. The heel pad and/or support element may be fitted into slots in the lateral and medial sidewalls of the heel carrier to interconnect the heel pad, support element and heel carrier. The support element may have a forward extension to function as a shank. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019730 | Sole structure of a sports shoe - A sole structure of a sports shoe includes an outsole and an intermediate sole having a number of portions that is flexible and supports the foot during running. The intermediate sole includes a flexible body element extending along the entire length of the shoe, and a flexible heel absorption element extending to the heel area, and a support element fitted between them extending from the heel area to the ball area which is of a less flexible material than the body element or the heel absorption element. The support element includes a substantially plate-like heel portion and a shaped front portion, which are separated from each other by a substantially cross-directional support ridge protruding from the lower surface of the support element. The intermediate sole also includes an hourglass-shaped ball absorption element, a carbon fibre plate increasing the torsional rigidity of the support element and an arch support. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019731 | SHOE WITH TRANSPARENT PANELS - A method for displaying content in a shoe system that includes a shoe having an upper includes the steps of: selecting a first region on the upper to display content and defining a first display area within the first region of the upper that permits an interior of the shoe to be visible therethrough and identifying a first area on an innerliner that is constructed to be worn on a foot inside the upper of the shoe; the first area being an area that is specifically selected in view of the location of the first display area such that when the innerliner is worn with the shoe, the first area is in registration with the first display area. The method also includes placing first content on the inner liner in the first area such that the first content is displayed area when the innerliner is worn with the shoe, thereby allowing the shoe to have different, customizable appearances depending upon the content. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019732 | SHOE, IN PARTICULAR SPORTS SHOE - The invention relates to a shoe, especially to a sports shoe, with a shoe upper ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019733 | FOOTWEAR - Disclosed is footwear. The footwear according to the present invention comprises a main shoe body provided with a recess on a bottom thereof; an upper body fixed to the recess and having a plurality of magnets arranged at intervals in a radial direction; a lower body having a plurality of magnets arranged at intervals in a radial direction, and connected with the upper body to be rotatable relative to the upper body; and rollers mounted to the lower body The magnets of the upper body and the lower body are arranged so as to return the rollers always to a regular position by magnetism acting between the magnets of the upper body and the magnets of the lower body. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019734 | LACE SYSTEM FOR FOOTWEAR - A snowboard boot incorporating techniques for making the process of tightening and loosening the laces of a snowboard boot more convenient for the wearer is disclosed. The snowboard boot may be provided with at least two independent lacing zones, the tensions of which are separately adjustable by the wearer. The zones may be secured by pulling on two laces, each of which tightens one of the two independent lacing zones. This arrangement allows the wearer to simultaneously tighten each zone, providing the wearer with the “feel” as though he or she is tightening a conventional single lacing zone snowboard boot. The laces may be simultaneously, yet independently secured by a lace lock at the upper and/or forward region of the snowboard boot. Slack may be created to facilitate loosening of the snowboard boot and easy removal of a foot from the snowboard boot by unhooking the lace from the lace guide without a corresponding distance of lace traveling through the lace lock. A release strap, graspable by the wearer, facilitates unhooking the lace. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019735 | FOOTWEAR PROTECTION DEVICE - An apparatus including a flexible first member for removable attachment to a footwear device and a second member attached to the first member for interacting with the footwear device and being configured to sweep foreign objects away from and prevent entry of the foreign objects into an interior of the footwear device. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019736 | Shoe - A shoe including a sole to which is joined a flexible upper having two overlapping flap members. The flap members engage each other by securely resting one on top of the other to form a vamp covering the front portion of a wearer's foot. The flap members disengage to expose the entire interior length of the sole. The preferred closure means is hidden inside the layers of the flexible upper and is made of an elastomeric material capable of returning to one or more original shapes after being stretched or deformed. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019737 | Iron Sole and Iron Containing Same - Iron's soleplate comprising a body that is a single ceramic plate ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019738 | Autograph Board - An autograph board includes a transparent pocket for receiving a sports card. A card inserter/extracting tool is employed to insert or extract the card from the pocket in a manner that does minimal damage to the card and prevents finger prints, smudges and the like. The tool preferably includes a ribbed rib section, a long flat shaft and a hook portion that engages the bottom of the card in a slot between the hook section and the shaft. A tapered writing implement holder snaps onto the rib surrounding the autograph board and preferably mimics the shape of the writing implement that might be used, for example, a ball point pen in the shape of a baseball bat. The autograph board can snap into a frame having a triangular peak and a plurality of indentations which are adapted to engage a nail or similar protrusion in the wall. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019739 | Banner Stand - Stand for banners and the like including a foot part, taking up a cylinder on which a banner can be rolled up on and drawn out from and a device for achieving a rolling up movement for the rolling up of the banner. The rolling up device includes a driving device coupled to the cylinder for rolling up the banner, the driving device comprising a rubber string which at the pulling out of the banner is would up on a drum that is conical and with the string fastened in the wider end so that at a rolled up banner the string runs out from the wider end of the conical drive rollers so that the torque that is achieved by the string is sufficient for the rolling up of the banner's complete rolling up in spite of the rubber string in this position having its minimum tension force. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019740 | System for the Forced Waving of Flags for Advertising Devices and Similar and Corresponding Operation Methods - The invention relates to a system for the forced waving of flags for advertising devices and similar and to the corresponding operation methods. The inventive system comprises a support ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019741 | CONSUMER PRODUCT ARRAY, RETAIL DISPLAYS AND METHODS OF DOING THE SAME - The present invention relates to arrays of consumer products, retail displays of arrays of consumer products and methods for displaying an array of consumer products. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019742 | DESK ORGANIZER - The present application regards a holder for example for filing of paper. The holder includes a bottom plate on which it is assembled a central rotating supporting plate. In the central of the two plates a vertical shaft is mounted. The supporting plate and the vertical shaft are rotatable in relation to the bottom plate. On the shaft one or more binder mechanism from ring binders are assembled vertically, that is alongside the shaft. The filing in the holder is done by placing the object to be filed into for example pockets of clear plastic, which is kept by the binder mechanism from the ring binders, which is assembled on the vertical and rotatable placed shaft. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019743 | BEHIND C-CHANNEL SHELF ATTACHMENT MECHANISM - A spring clip clamps tightly behind the shelf C-Channel. An adapter attaches onto the spring clip with a spring catch. An ESL attaches to the front of the adapter with a spring catch. An included tool facilitates both the removal of the ESL from the adapter and the removal of the adapter from the spring clip. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019744 | Signage retrofit kit for vending machines - A holder of product identification indicia incorporated with a specifically printed illuminated sign in a beverage vending machinc. The holder allows enhanced product identification relating to a separate, existing selection button panel. The holder is securely attached to the back of the illuminated sign that has clear viewing windows registered to the holder. Specifically, it is intended as a retrofit kit for existing beverage vending machines to allow the display of product contained in the machine by use of significantly larger product identification indicia than the existing product identification indicia. The larger display windows may be specifically correlated to the existing selection mechanisms, by way of numbers, letters, symbols, connecting lines and/or colors. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019745 | Self-care awareness articles, method of making, and method of using - The present invention is directed to articles marked with a design resembling an oxygen mask and articles which themselves resemble an oxygen mask. Such articles are useful in promoting self-care awareness and improving self-care. Particularly preferred articles include, for example, headwear, footwear, eyeglasses, sunglasses, articles of clothing, hair accessories, writing utensils, stationery, paperweights, keychains, jewelry, magnets, drinking glasses, dishes, napkins, napkin holders, sheets, towels, and picture frames. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019746 | Multi-directional hand-held sign - A multi-sided hand-held sign includes two substantially planar panels having a preselected shape interlocking substantially perpendicularly at a common central vertical axis and held in position partly by a handle for engaging with and holding the sign panels. Indicia typical of signs held by school crossing guards are disposed on all the planar surfaces of the planar sign panels, and a slotted top end cap is engageable with the top horizontal edges of the planar sign panels. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019747 | Signage System for a Cargo Vehicle - A system for mounting signage onto the door area of a vehicle is disclosed. The system includes a mounting assembly, a display pan, and one or more inserts removably received within the display pan. The fastener assembly permits the selective reorientation of the display pan from a first position, in which the pan is oriented along the rear face of the cargo area, to a second position, in which the display pan is oriented away from the rear face of the cargo area. The inserts may include an indicia panel, a backing panel, an electroluminescent panel, and/or a support or cushioning panel. In operation, the system is mounted onto the rear facing surface of a cargo vehicle containing overhead or swing-open doors. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019748 | MOBILE DISPLAY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A mobile display system ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019749 | Tension device for attaching a flexible covering to a sign frame - A tension device for use in attaching a flexible covering to a sign frame includes a first end having a hook configuration for coupling the device to the flexible covering. The tension device includes a second end having a hook configuration for coupling the tension device to the sign frame. Further, the tension device includes a spring positioned between the first and second ends for maintaining tension between the first and second ends. A mounting loop is positioned between the first and second ends and configured to receive a leverage member for separating the first and second ends. The first end, spring, mounting loop, and second end include a singular metal construction. The spring is configured to expand and contract to maintain tension between the first and second ends when the flexible covering contracts and expands while the tension device is coupled to the flexible covering and the sign frame. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019750 | CABLE TENSIONING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SECURING A SHEET TO A FRAME - A cable tensioning system for mounting a vinyl sheet to a billboard frame, comprising a cable secured on a frame at one end and secured to a spring-loaded cable tensioning device at the other end. A plurality of cable guides are mounted at intervals around the frame, each of the cable guides having a channel adapted to receive the cable. Portions of the edges of a sheet are secured within a plurality of locking clips around the perimeter, each clip also having a channel to receive the cable. The sheet with the clips affixed is secured to the frame whereby cable travels through the channels in the locking clips and is guided around the perimeter of the frame by the channel guides and secured to the spring-loaded cable tensioning device. The spring-loaded cable tensioning device is deployed to tighten the cable around the frame and secure the sheet to the frame. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019751 | Removably attachable card and card retaining device - An improved combination card and card retaining member for removably securing the card to the card retaining member, the card having formed within it an aperture and a slot connecting the aperture with an edge of the card, and the card retaining member being a member, such as a ring, which may be passed through the slot and into the aperture to secure the card to the card retaining member. The aperture and slot are configured and located on the card in such a manner as to improve the ease of attachment and detachment of the card to and from the card retaining member while minimizing the risk of accidental detachment of the card from the card retaining member. One or more cards may be used simultaneously with a single card retaining member. A preferred use of the invention is to retain and organize credit cards. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019752 | Decorative night light device - The present invention, decorative night light device, comprises a supporting frame and a light arrangement. The supporting frame comprises a hollow supporting frame body for providing a replaceable decorative member thereon. The hollow supporting frame body has an inner surface and a continuously light channel indented on the inner surface and defines a peripheral inner wall inclinedly extended from the inner surface. The light arrangement comprise a light control circuit provided at the hollow supporting frame body, and a plurality of illuminators which are electrically connected to the light control circuit and spacedly and inclinedly aligned along the inner wall of the hollow supporting frame body. Each of the illuminators forms as a point of light source for mostly emitting light towards to the middle of the hollow supporting frame body so as to illuminating the decorative member. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019753 | Picture Frame - A picture frame includes a base, a frame surrounding the base, a plurality of stands that are provided on the base and a plurality of panels that fit on the stands. The panels are provided in more than one dimensions that fit different number of stands. Various combinations including square(s), horizontal or vertical rectangle(s) are possible. The panel has a flat panel plate and a panel side wall that extends from the panel plate. The stand has a rectangular stand side wall that extends from the base, and an opening that is surrounded by the stand side wall. The panel and the stand are rectangular. The panel side wall includes a panel groove, and the stand side wall includes a stand projection that elastically engages with the panel groove so that the panels are assembled with the stands. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019754 | Locking and recocking assembly with swivel breech-lock and rotating locking head, particularly for inertially-actuated weapons using the kinetic energy of recoil - A locking and recocking assembly with swivel breech-lock and rotating locking head particularly designed for inertially-actuated weapons, which combines in a single assembly all the functions for locking, opening, case ejection and recocking with locking return, required for correct operation of the weapon; those functions were, until now assigned to various components variously assembled on the weapon. The locking and recocking assembly with swivel breech-lock and rotating locking head has the entire mass, required for inertial operation, concentrated in the swivel breech-lock, which is accommodated completely within the supporting structure of the weapon, such as the sheath or barrel extension or breech of the weapon. All this leads to better balancing and stability of the weapon, higher reliability in operation, greater constructive simplicity and ease of assembly and disassembly. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019755 | Modular portable weapon - A modular portable weapon has a supporting module, constituted by the barrel of the weapon, and modules which are mutually functionally independent and are associated with the supporting module. The modular weapon according to the invention allows the user to compose the weapon by choosing, for example, a type of barrel, stock and tubular magazine among the alternatives that are commercially available, with the characteristics best suited to his requirements. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019756 | Rapid locking system of the trigger plate to the action body of a firearm - A rapid locking system ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019757 | Quick coupling particularly for the stock of a portable weapon - A quick coupling for the stock of a portable weapon, automatically provides the stock with a specific drop and cast upon its coupling by means of an interchangeable plate which can be replaced easily. The characteristics and the number of plates available are such as to meet the variation requirements made by the various users. The new quick coupling has considerable advantages in terms of constructive technical simplicity, ease of drop and cast adjustment, quick disassembly and maintenance of the weapon. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019758 | LENS TO ASSIST IN SHOOTING OF A GUN - The present invention is an article providing a corrective and changeable lens for a rifle. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019759 | Telescopic sight optical glare reduction device - A telescopic rifle sight shade has a flat body made of flexible and durable material. The device has a strap dimensioned and configured to wrap around a rifle sight and an overhanging shade portion which may extend out from the sight. Fasteners on the device allow it to be fastened to itself. The material of the device may be neoprene, butyl, other polymers, other rubbers, other elastomers, leather, fabrics, composites and combinations thereof. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019760 | HOLLOW FISHING LURE WITH INTERNAL SWIMMING MECHANISM - A fishing lure. The fishing lure includes a head part and a tail part. The head part is characterized by a rigid hollow tubular structure having a posterior opening and an anterior opening. The tail part has a blunt anterior end and a posterior tail. The blunt anterior end is attached to the head proximate to the posterior opening of the head using a vertical hinge. The fishing lure also includes a diverter flap protruding approximately midway into interior of the rigid hollow tubular structure of the head part along a vertical axis from the blunt anterior end of the tail part and vertically bisecting the blunt anterior end. In a specific embodiment, the blunt anterior end of the tail part filling and walling off the posterior opening of the head part when the tail is aligned with a horizontal axis of the head. The flow of fluid from the anterior opening of the head part to the posterior opening of the head part causes the tail part to pivot in a back and forth manner about the vertical hinge. Additionally, the diverter flap provides a stop for the pivot of the tail par. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019761 | APPLYING SCENT TO A FISHING LURE - A fishing lure is inserted into a housing opening and into contact with a liquid absorbent material. The housing is placed in fluid communication with a container of liquid fish attractant through a nozzle that extends through a port in the housing, and in one embodiment, through an elastomeric tube. Liquid fish attractant is dispersed from the container, through the nozzle, into the housing and onto the liquid absorbent material. The housing is closed, and compression is applied, pressing the fishing lure into the liquid absorbent material, thereby coating a portion of the fishing lure. The fishing lure can then be removed without a user's hands coming into contact with the attractant. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019762 | Monofilament Line Straightening Device, and Monofilament Line Straightening Method - A monofilament line straightening device and a monofilament line straightening method according to the present invention perform steam blow and/or pressing using a heated trowel member to a monofilament line in the state where its tension is loosened by a predetermined amount relative to the state where it is suspended without being loosened, thereby removing curls in the monofilament line. Thus, a reduction in the line strength which might occur when removing the curls in the monofilament line by heating can be suppressed. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019763 | HYDROTREATING AND CATALYTIC DEWAXING PROCESS FOR MAKING DIESEL FROM OILS AND/OR FATS - Methods for producing C10-C30 hydrocarbons from fatty materials, such as triglyceride compounds, are provided. Hydrocarbon compounds, particularly those boiling in the temperature range of between about 80° F. to about 1000° F., are produced by contacting a fatty material with at least one catalyst comprising cobalt and molybdenum on a zeolite support under hydrotreating conditions. Additional hydrotreating catalysts may also be used to further improve the properties of the hydrocarbon product. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019764 | Method of containing a floral grouping or potted plant - A method of containing a floral grouping or potted plant in a sleeve is disclosed. The sleeve has first and second panels, and at least a portion of at least one of the first and second panels is constructed of at least two layers of material. At least a portion of the at least two layers of material may be connected. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019765 | PLANT GROWTH MEDIUM - Provided is an artificial plant growth medium that is useful as a substitute for naturally produced soil in supporting plant growth. The artificial plant growth medium includes a cohesive mass of polymer fiberballs. The artificial plant growth medium may include a cohesive mass of fiberballs that are composed of biodegradable and/or non-biodegradable polymer fibers for use in plant cultivation. The artificial plant growth medium provides the optimal balance of water, and air to support plant growth. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019766 | House Watering System (Base Bud) - A house watering system for watering a plant with the fluid includes an exterior housing including a rigid top member for housing the house watering system, and an interior housing having a flexible sidewall for supplying the house watering system with the fluid. The rigid top member supports the plant, and the flexible side wall allows the fluid to be pressurized and supply the plant with the fluid. The house watering system includes a sealable opening member to allow the fluid to be replaced and to be sealed, and the house watering system includes an adjustable plant feed valve to adjust the fluid flow from the interior housing. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019767 | HEAT INTEGRATION AND CONDENSATE TREATMENT IN A SHIFT FEED GAS SATURATOR - Systems and processes for adjusting hydrogen content of a synthesis gas are provided. At least a portion of carbon monoxide in a syngas can be converted to carbon dioxide to provide a shifted syngas and condensed water. The syngas can have a first hydrogen to carbon monoxide ratio and a first temperature, and the shifted syngas can have a second hydrogen to carbon monoxide ratio and a second temperature, both greater than the first. Heat from the shifted syngas can be at least partially transferred from the shifted syngas to the condensed water to at least partially vaporize the condensed water. The syngas can be at least partially saturated with the at least partially vaporized condensed water. A ratio of the water vapor to syngas can be about 1.0 or less. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019768 | Dehydrogenation of Liquid Fuel in Microchannel Catalytic Reactor - The present invention is an improved process for the storage and delivery of hydrogen by the reversible hydrogenation/dehydrogenation of an organic compound wherein the organic compound is initially in its hydrogenated state. The improvement in the route to generating hydrogen is in the dehydrogenation step and recovery of the dehydrogenated organic compound resides in the following steps:
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20090019769 | Steam And Hydrogen Generator - Described is a method for producing hydrogen and steam in a reaction chamber, the method including: feeding a metallic contiguous element towards a discharge source; intermittently providing by the discharge source a discharge sufficient to initiate a reaction between at least a portion of the metallic contiguous element and water vapor; and continuing the reaction in absence of discharge. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019770 | CATALYTIC ELEMENT - A catalytic element useful for promoting catalytic gas phase reactions is provided, comprising a porous ceramic body comprising a multiplicity of open pores having a coating comprising a basic oxide material and a catalyst material selected from transition metal and noble metal compounds | 2009-01-22 |
20090019771 | APPARATUS TO CONVEY MATERIAL TO A PRESSURIZED VESSEL AND METHOD FOR THE SAME - The present invention relates to an improved apparatus and method for conveying fibrous, solid and slurry materials, such as granulated wood, rice hulls, chopped cane and the like, to a pressurized vessel, wherein the material being conveyed is compacted in the feeder in a controlled manner to create a seal at the feeder exit into the pressurized vessel whereby the processing pressure in the vessel is maintained. The invention is particularly useful when used in conjunction with a biomass reactor for the production of gas selectively rich in hydrogen and carbon containing components, such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and methane, which in turn, may be converted into a select end product fuel, such as methanol or ethanol or used as a feed gas for an industrial power plant, such a the biomass reactor for producing gas. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019772 | Method for Limiting the Excess Force of a Closing Part Which is Actuated by an External Force - In a method for limiting the excess force of a closing part of an adjusting device, the closing part is actuated by external force. An anti-jamming system determines, during an adjusting operation, current adjusting force values at least within a partial area of the adjusting path and respectively, in predetermined positions of the closing part, and compares the values to adjusting force comparative values which are already stored in a storage device. At least one of the stored adjusting force comparative values are adapted to mechanical technical conditions of the adjusting device and the extent of the adaptation is predetermined according to the service life. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019773 | DRIVE DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR, IN PARTICULAR A SLIDING DOOR - The object of the invention is a drive system for a motor vehicle door ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019774 | Jalousie window - A jalousie window in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure includes a jalousie window insert having parallel side rails and a plurality of window louvers extending between the side rails for simultaneous rotation around parallel horizontal axes. A window frame includes a frame head, a frame sill, and a pair of spaced frame jambs interconnected with the frame head and sill in a rectangular frame geometry. A pair of opposed jamb adapters include outer portions secured by snap fit to the frame jambs and inner portions that receive by snap fit an associated one of the insert side rails such that the side rails and the jalousie window insert are secured by the jamb adapters within the window frame. A head adapter has an outer portion secured by snap fit to the frame head, and a sill adapter has an outer portion secured by snap fit to the frame sill. Weather seals are disposed on the head and sill adapters for engagement by upper and lower louvers of the window insert in closed positions of the louvers. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019775 | Window Pane for a Motor Vehicle - A window pane for a motor vehicle including plastic for closing a pane opening of a motor vehicle and which is moveable with a window lifter out of the pane opening includes a pane element enclosed by an outer edge and a device provided on the pane element for coupling the window pane to an adjusting mechanism of the window lifter. For coupling the window pane to the adjusting mechanism of the window lifter, a guide region is formed on a surface of the pane element via which the window pane is engageable with a guide device of the adjusting mechanism, displaceable in a direction of adjustment. The guide region forms at least one stop, which counteracts a pivoting of the window pane about an axis extending perpendicular to a plane of the window pane. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019776 | CABLE GUIDE AND SLIDING DOOR DRIVE MECHANISM USING THE SAME - The present invention provides a cable guide for changing direction of an inner cable for operating a sliding door of a car, comprising a pulley casing having a box shape with an opening at its top and a guide recess at an inner side of its bottom, a slider provided with a sliding plate slidably guided by means of the guide recess of the pulley casing and a shaft extending upward from a top of the sliding plate, a pulley rotatably supported by the shaft of the slider, an urging member urging the slider along the guide recess toward a direction for giving tension to the inner cable, and a casing cover covering the opening of the pulley casing, and being configured so that an inner side of the casing cover and a top face of the shaft are slidable each other. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019777 | Device for pivoting a lid - A device is provided for pivoting a lid, especially a motor vehicle lid, around a pivot axis. The pivoting device has a first actuating unit on one side of the lid and a second actuating unit on the opposite side of the lid. The two actuating units have substantially the same drive forces in a first section of the lid travel distance and different drive forces in a second section of the lid travel distance. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019778 | SLIDING WINDOW ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF FORMING THE SAME - A sliding window assembly for a vehicle includes first and second fixed window panes spaced from each other defining an opening therebetween. A sliding window pane is moveable relative to the first and second fixed window panes for covering and uncovering the opening. First and second tracks are spaced from each other and are connected to the first and second fixed window panes. The first and second tracks are coupled to the sliding window pane for guiding movement of the sliding window pane relative to the first and second fixed window panes. The first track and the second track are rigidly interconnected only by the first and second fixed window panes. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019779 | MULTIPOINT LOCK MECHANISM - A multipoint lock for sliding doors. The multipoint lock mounted to a sliding door generally includes an active locking device having an active latch, and two passive locking devices, each having a passive latch. The latches are independently depth adjustable relative to an edge of the sliding door. The active locking device further includes sets of fastener apertures for receiving and securing a handle assembly thereto in at least two different positions. A lever having an actuator pin of the handling assembly can be positioned at various locations on the handle assembly such that fastener apertures of the handle assembly align with a different set of handle apertures of the active locking device depending on the position of the lever, Actuation of the active locking device by movement of the lever shifts the active latch and the passive latches simultaneously between locked and unlocked positions. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019780 | DEVICE FOR DISPLACEABLY HOLDING A GLASS PANE IN A SLIDING RAIL - A device for displaceably holding a glass pane ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019781 | Mixture article for cleaning superficially-adhered substances - A mixture article for cleaning superficially-adhered substances consists of colloid material (25 wt %˜60 wt %), resin (10 wt %˜20 wt %), abrasive powders (15 wt %˜30 wt %), stabilizer, fibers, and natural turpentine that are bonded together to form a mixture article having high density and high binding, cohesive and adhesive capacities as well wherein the natural turpentine has the property that can greatly reduce the manufacturing temperature in the processing of the mixture article and lower the emission of exhaust to fit to environmental protection benefit thereby. The abrasive powders are utilized to boost the suction power between the mixture article and a working surface so as to shovel up substances adhered onto the working surface thereon. Besides, the colloid material and the resin are equipped with the adhesion property to viscously grip the substances bonded onto the working surface so as to remove them there-from for cleaning purpose. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019782 | ABRASIVE TOOL HAVING SPRAY-FORMED BRAZING FILLER LAYER AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS THEREOF - An abrasive tool having a spray-formed brazing filler layer and a manufacturing process thereof are described, in which drawing and adhering steps performed on a conventional brazing filler layer are simplified through spraying. A solvent, an adhesive, and a powder are sequentially mixed to form a brazing filler slurry; next, the brazing filler is sprayed on a substrate, so as to form a brazing filler layer with an appropriate thickness; and then, abrasive particles are adhered to the brazing filler layer, and then the abrasive particles are combined with the substrate through the brazing filler layer by brazing. The conventional drawing and adhering steps are omitted through spraying, and it is applicable for substrates with complicated shapes. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019783 | Wear Resisting Particle and Wear Resisting Structure Member - Disclosed is a wear-resistant particle which can be substantially uniformly dispersed in a molten pool. Specifically disclosed is a wear-resistant particle ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019784 | Foam Rigidized Inflatable Structural Assemblies - An inflatable and rigidizable structure for use as a habitat or a load bearing structure is disclosed. The structure consists of an outer wall and an inner wall defining a containment member and a bladder. The bladder is pressurized to erect the structure from an initially collapsed state. The containment member is subsequently injected with rigidizable fluid through an arrangement of injection ports. Exhaust gases from the curing rigidizable fluid are vented through an arrangement of exhaust ports. The rate of erection can be controlled by frictional engagement with a container or by using a tether. A method for fabricating a tubular structure is disclosed. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019785 | SEAT-ASSEMBLY MOVEMENT SYSTEM - Seat-assembly movement system, for collecting up and deploying rows of seats ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019786 | GUTTER COVER WITH BARRIER OVER WATER CHANNEL - The gutter cover to be utilized with a gutter that is attached to a building below a roof comprises a first section, a second section, a third section, a fourth section, a water channel, and a barrier. The first section may be installed over or under roofing material. The second section may be coupled to the first section and generally overlies the open portion of the gutter. The third section may be coupled to the second and may include a hem along the length of the gutter cover. The fourth section may be coupled to the third section and may include cutouts for water to drain into the gutter. A lip may also be coupled to the fourth section and may engage the upper front portion of the gutter. The water channel may be formed between the third section and the lip. The barrier may couple with the hem to cover the water channel and allow water to flow into the channel while blocking debris from entering the water channel. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019787 | HANGING DEVICE FOR USE ON VINYL SIDING - A hanging device attachable to overlapping siding members for supporting objects comprises an insert edge extending outwardly from an upper section, an offset section, and a lower section. The insert edge is insertable into the joint between adjacent siding members and the lower section includes a support element adapted to retain objects. The offset section extends between and joins the upper section with the lower section, with the offset section spacing the lower section from a siding member when the insert edge is inserted between adjacent siding members. The hanging device may be biased about a pivot area when an object is held by the support element such that the insert edge is urged into the joint between adjacent siding members. The insert edge defines an obtuse angle relative to the upper section and the support element may comprise hook members or mounting holes. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019788 | Hidden edge connector for mounting panel to frame opening - A hidden edge connector includes a connector body which includes a base guider for biasing against a rear surface of a frame, an edge guider for biasing against a surrounding surface of a frame opening, and a panel guider which is extended from the base guider and is perpendicular to the edge guider. The connector body is adapted for mounting to the frame at the frame opening thereof to keep a front surface of the frame in a clean and obstructing free manner, such that the connector body is adapted for guiding the panel being mounted within the frame opening in a hidden manner when a rear surface of the panel is biased against the panel guider to align with the rear surface of said frame so as to substantially align the front surface of the panel with a front surface of the frame. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019789 | Curb-mounted screen for rooftop equipment - A curb-mounted screen for roof-top equipment has wall structure spaced outwardly from the curb for concealing the equipment from view. Fasteners secured to generally horizontally extending support members are hooked over the curb to secure the screen thereto without attaching the screen to the underlying roof or the equipment thereon. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019790 | Tile and strut construction system for geodesic dome - The present invention sets forth a tile and strut construction system for a geodesic dome. The tile has a generally triangular shape, with the corners cut out to accommodate hubs which retain supporting struts in position. The tile has a faceted 3-dimensional upper surface, integrally molded reinforcing ribs, a recess in the lower surface at each of its 3 edges. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019791 | Tool for Preventing the Vortex Effect - The invention relates to a tool for preventing the vortex effect, comprising three corrugated tubes which extend helically from the upper end ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019792 | Bird perching and nesting deterrent - A decorative bird perching deterrent for spaces between building eaves and downspouts is a substantially right-triangle structure of a preselected material with at least 50 percent of the area bounded by the sides of the right triangle structure filled with the preselected material in a decorative fashion. Various ways of attaching to the downspout or the building are provided near at least one edge of the right-triangle structure. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019793 | Weep hole screen - A weep hole screen and method for installing the same in the exterior wall of a masonry building in order to prevent small animals such as insects and rodents from entering the building through the weep hole. A weep hole screen in accordance with the present invention preferably comprises a rectangular mesh screen with an angle bracket attached to each end. The weep hole screen is sized such that the angle brackets sandwich the bricks that form the weep hole, preferably on the interior faces of the bricks. The interfaces between the weep hole screen and the bricks are preferably sealed with mortar or-another suitable sealant. The weep hole screen may be installed easily during original construction of the wall without the need for any mechanical fasteners. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019794 | DEVICE FOR COLLAPSING TOWERS IN MOVABLE STRUCTURES - The device is specially designed to facilitate the collapsing of towers ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019795 | Roof Cover or Facade Siding - The roof or facade cladding comprises panel-shaped construction elements ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019796 | Low Profile Mounting System - The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019797 | Simplified Protective Cover Assembly - A simplified protective cover assembly used to cover and protect openings such as doors, windows, or other openings for homes, office building, commercial buildings, and other wall structures from the destructive forces of a severe storm such as a hurricane. The current form of the preferred embodiment consists of high strength fabric covering an opening and be supported by steel bar and circular tube and being attached to wall. Once installed, the high strength fabric is stretched over the opening using a lever and pin. The high strength fabric, once stretched, will provide protection form high winds and wind borne debris common in storms such as hurricanes. There are additional features presented in the patent that will hide the simplified protective cover as well as turn into an awning which can reduce the heat into the house during summer months and reduce electric bills. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019798 | CONSTRUCTION ELEMENT FOR VITRIFYING A BUILDING - A component ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019799 | Modular load-bearing beam and shelter, in particular for a swimming pool, incorporating said beam - A beam for a shelter that can cover an area ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019800 | Concrete Product With Enhanced Ornamental Surface Layer - A concrete product is provided having a body including an ornamental surface layer, an intermediate strengthening layer and a concrete substrate layer. The intermediate strengthening layer functions as a buffer between any air bubbles remaining in the concrete substrate layer and the ornamental facing layer following curing of the product. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019801 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CREATING AN IMAGE ON AN ARTICLE, AND ARTICLE RESULTING THEREFROM - The present invention is directed to a method of printing an image on an object, such as a door facing or a door. An object having an exterior surface is provided. A first image component is printed on the exterior surface. A first transparent coat is applied on the exterior surface so as to cover the first image component. A second image component is printed on the first transparent coat. Optionally, a second transparent coat is applied to the first transparent coat and second image component so as to cover the first and second image components. The resulting object, such as a door, having the printed image thereon is also disclosed. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019802 | Adjustable insulation containment apparatus - An adjustable insulation containment apparatus for insulating about duct work having a plurality of foldable sections or members that can be selectively ganged together by connection to each other to make a run. The members can be adjusted for width of the conduit. Alternatively, the apparatus can be formed by a pair of scored planar sheets held in position by end panels and spacers. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019803 | FLOOR REPAIR KIT AND METHOD - A floor repair kit ( | 2009-01-22 |
20090019804 | TRACKS, METHODS FOR USE THEREOF, AND APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURE - Size tailorable tracks useful for connecting a first construction element (e.g., a transition molding) to a second construction element (e.g., a surface of a subfloor). In certain non-limiting embodiments, tracks which are scored during the manufacturing process to form weakened break junctions at which sections of the tracks may be separated by hand (e.g., typically “on site”) without the use of a cutting device. In certain additional, non-limiting embodiments, methods of using size tailorable tracks as well as track manufacturing systems, machines, and methods. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019805 | Nail-Free Decking System - A decking system that consists of a clip that complements a slot in deck planks to securely fasten the deck planks to a substrate such as deck or floor joists, masonry, concrete, wood or any other substrate. Generally, the clips fit into slots cut or formed into the side deck surface boards or alternatively into a keyhole on the bottom of the plank. In one of the preferred embodiments a series of clips are fastened to the substrate with a fastener such as a screw. The clips mechanically grip the plank to secure the plank to the deck joists. Ridges and/or nubs on the clips reduce the occurrence of rot or discoloration of the planks. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019806 | Flooring system - A joint for connecting two adjacent flooring panels together in a substantially vertical manner includes a rotatable locking member made of plastic, metal or another resilient material. The rotatable locking member is located within a groove or opening of one flooring panel and the second flooring panel has a tongue shaped to mate with the rotatable locking member. Upon installation, the rotatable member rotates and locks around the back of the tongue via a groove above the tongue. The rotatable locking member includes a resilient arm which is bent away from its initial rest position upon installation, so that when the rotatable locking member locks onto the tongue, the resilient arm is bent providing a biasing force which holds the panel securely in position. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019807 | Cladding element for constructing building facades - A cladding element for constructing a facade of a building includes a substantially platelike element provided with a plurality of angular protrusions of essentially angular cross section which protrude from a front side of the platelike element. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019808 | BUILDING PANELS - Flooring material comprising sheet-shaped floor elements with a mainly square or rectangular shape. The floor elements are provided with edges, a lower side and an upper decorative layer. The floor elements are intended to be joined by means of joining members. The floor elements are provided with male joining members on a first edge while a second edge of the floor elements are provided with a female joining member. The male joining member is provided with a tongue and a lower side groove while the female joining member is provided with a groove and a cheek, the cheek being provided with a lip. The floor elements are provided with a male vertical assembly joining member on a third edge while a fourth, opposite, edge is provided with female vertical assembly joining member. The floor elements are alternatively provided with a male vertical assembly joining member on a third edge while a fourth, opposite, edge also is provided with male vertical assembly joining member. Adjacent male vertical assembly joining members are hereby joined by means of a separate vertical assembly joining profile. Two adjacent edges of a floor element can hereby, at the same time, and in the same turning motion, be joined with a floor element adjacent to the first edge and a floor element adjacent to the third or fourth edge. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019809 | WELDING METHOD AND STEEL PLATE DECK - A method of welding a deck plate and a closed section rib both constituting a steel plate deck, comprising: working a root portion of the closed section rib to have a flat surface in parallel with a surface of the deck plate; and welding the deck plate and the closed section rib while making the flat surface of the closed section rib to be in contact with the surface of the deck plate. | 2009-01-22 |
20090019810 | Wall structure - An inner area of a framing or framework is divided into a plurality of openings by metal frame bars arranged in a lattice pattern. Particular openings are closed by surface glass panes fitted therein, and the remaining openings by metal plates fitted therein. Spacers | 2009-01-22 |
20090019811 | MODULAR HOUSING AND METHOD OF INSTALLATION IN A STRUCTURAL FRAMEWORK - A tubular steel frame housing module built in a factory and then transferred within a standard intermodal shipping container for installation within a structural framework at a remote building site. | 2009-01-22 |