12th week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 1 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20150074865 | LOWER-BODY GARMENT - On the front side of the main part, the first start part separates the main part into a portion covering a knee joint of a wearer and a portion covering at least one of femoral and shin parts of the wearer. On the back side of the main part, the second start part separates the main part into a portion covering the knee joint of the wearer and a portion covering at least one of the femoral and shin parts of the wearer. On an outer side face side of the main part, the third start part at least partly extends under the portion covering the knee joint of the wearer. On an inner side face side of the main part, the fourth start part at least partly extends downward in a part lower than a crotch part of the wearer. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074866 | Compression Mobile Pocket for Garments - Disclosed is a waterproof compression pocket for a garment. The pocket includes a rectangular structure with an opening at the top end thereof. In one embodiment, the top end is adapted to provide a waterproof seal to protect the contents therein from moisture. In another embodiment, the pocket may further include a waterproof lining that can be sealed to prevent permeation of water or moisture. The pocket is adapted to snugly hold contents therein so as to prevent the contents from falling out. Additionally, the pocket is preferably configured to hold a hand held electronic device therein. The pocket also includes a conductive, transparent window that allows a wearer to view the contents of the pocket and to utilize a touch screen of the electronic device held in the pocket. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074867 | GARMENT - A garment may comprise a first portion and a second portion. The second portion may facilitate attachment of the garment to a member. The first portion may be wrapped or looped around a limb, wrist, ankle, foot, or the like. The second portion may be open ended and cylindrical in shape, and may be attached to the first portion. The second portion may be positioned around a member to be wrapped. Positioning the second portion to the member may secure the second portion to the member and thus secure the end of the first portion to which the second portion is attached. Upon positioning the second portion to the member, the first portion of the garment may be attached to the member. The garment may be attached to the member with only a single hand. The second portion may comprise an opening in the first portion. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074868 | Multi MIT - The technical features of the Multi MIT are the retractable finger points on and/or near the metacarpo-interphalangeal joint on the middle, index and thumb fingers. On the dorsal side of the glove, are magnets that are sewn between the insulated material and the outer fabric which connect when the finger caps are retracted. The finger caps are held back by a positive and a negative magnet on the dorsal side of the glove that firmly holds the finger caps in place. The retracted caps access the inner spandex fleece glove that has touch screen material patches on the tips of the middle, index, and thumb fingers on the palmer side of the inner glove. The inner glove is designed to give the wearer fingertip sensory reception, dexterity and allow touch screen capabilities while providing mild fingertip protection with the finger caps retracted. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074869 | Head Attire for Golf Accessories - A head attire for golf accessories is an apparatus that is used to organize and carry small objects upon a player's head during a round of golf. The apparatus includes a bill, a head band, and an at least one tee pocket. The head band supports and holds the apparatus on the player's head, and the bill shields the player's eyes from the sun. The at least one tee pocket is integrated into the head band so that a golf tee can be carried by the apparatus similar to a person tucking a pen/pencil behind their ear. The tee pocket includes a slit opening and a pocket bag. The slit opening traverses into the pocket bag adjacent to the bill. The pocket bag is the actual means to carry the golf tee and is located within the head band. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074870 | CAP HAVING STRIKER SURFACE - A hat assembly and method of use is provided including a striking surface for igniting a flammable instrument. The hat assembly may also provide a receptacle for storing flammable instruments. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074871 | ATHLETIC SHORT POCKET - An athletic garment having at least one pocket that allows the wearer access to items stored within a pocket while the wearer is exercising. Athletic shorts/pants are provided having at least one pocket formed therein and configured to receive and secure an item including, but not limited to a gel flask, a gel packet, a food bar, water, ice packet, that remains in place within the pocket during exercise. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074872 | METHOD OF FORMING CONVERTIBLE TIGHTS - A method of forming an article of hosiery for being worn by a wearer in a footed or footless configuration includes forming a foot portion, leg portion, and panty portion, where the foot portion is formed by turning in an end portion of a circularly knitted fabric tube and connecting a first portion of an end edge to the fabric tube using transfer loops to form a turned welt around only a first portion of the perimeter of the fabric tube. A second portion of the end edge remains unattached and defines an opening between the second portion of the end edge and the fabric tube. The opening is dimensioned to receive toes of the wearer. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074873 | Bra-Strap Concealing Device - A bra-strap concealing device comprising a fastening means adapted to secure a bra-strap to a garment such that the bra-strap is held in place behind the garment. The fastening means may comprise a pin or a clip adapted to achieve this purpose. The present invention further comprises a decorative element having an ornamental design, shape, or pattern disposed thereon. The decorative element is removable so that the user may interchange decorative elements as desired. The present invention provides an ornamental and functional device that allows a user to conceal a bra-strap behind an article of clothing such as a tank-top or dress, while providing an aesthetically pleasing design on the exterior surface thereof. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074875 | PROTECTIVE HELMET; METHOD FOR REDUCING OR PREVENTING A HEAD INJURY - A protective helmet for a head and a method for reducing or preventing a head injury wherein the protective helmet is equipped with an outer shell made of a hard material and an interior head protection system, which is arranged on the inside of the outer shell and absorbs an impact with the head. The interior head protection system is subdivided into an insert on the shell side and an insert on the head side, and the mutually facing sides of the insert on the head side and the insert on the shell side correspond at least partially to one another. The insert on the shell side can be rotated in at least one direction with respect to the insert on the head side, wherein at least one elevation is provided on the insert on the shell side, such that this elevation engages in a recess which is larger than the elevation and is situated on the insert on the head side and/or at least one elevation is provided on the insert on the head side, engaging in a recess which is larger than the elevation on the insert on the shell side. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074876 | HEAD CIRCUMFERENCE ADJUSTMENT DEVICE OF A HELMET - A head circumference adjustment device of a helmet includes: a main body formed with a cavity; an annular strap having a first end and a second end passing through the cavity, each of the first and second ends being formed with a rack section, a thumb section and a shoulder section; and a controller mounted in the cavity. The controller has a gear engaged with the rack sections of the strap. By means of rotating the controller, the position of the strap can be adjusted to adjust the head circumference. The head circumference adjustment device can be easily operated and truly fixed to overcome the shortcomings existing in the conventional adjustment device that the strap is likely to slip and the position of the strap can be hardly truly adjusted and the strap is likely to detach from the adjustment device. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074877 | COUPLING STRUCTURE OF REPLACEABLE VISOR HINGE FOR HEADBAND - Disclosed herein is a coupling structure of a visor hinge for a headband to connect a protective mask, which is configured to cover the wearer's face along with a viewing window, to both sides of a headband which assists the wearer in wearing the protective mask. The coupling structure includes base molds protruding from both sides of the headband, a slider located outward of each of the base molds, a button located outward of the slider, a stopper located outward of the button, and a hinge located outward of the stopper. Accordingly, it may be possible to easily adjust an angle and a distance of the protective mask with respect to the headband using the hinge, and the welding mask may be used more conveniently. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074878 | HEADGEAR SHROUD ASSEMBLY - In one aspect, a shroud assembly for headgear includes a frame formed of a polymer material having a shape that matches a contour of the headgear. An insert is formed of metal or metal alloy and is attached to a front side of the frame. The insert is configured for removable attachment to a mounting assembly. The frame includes first and second spaced flexible walls disposed on the front side of the frame on opposite sides of the insert. The first and second flexible walls are spaced a sufficient distance apart to provide an interference fit between the mounting assembly and the first and second flexible walls. In another embodiment, the shroud assembly further includes a friction pad disposed on a rear surface of the frame for increasing friction between the shroud assembly and the headgear. In another aspect, a method for attaching a mounting assembly to headgear is provided. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074879 | ELECTRICIAN'S HELMET FOR MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL PROTECTION AND PROTECTION AGAINST THERMAL HAZARDS - Disclosed is a protective helmet designed to be worn by an electrician, including: an outer shell ( | 2015-03-19 |
20150074880 | PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to provide an eye protection device with an extended vertical view. An eye protection device includes a frame having an outer surface that is oriented away from a user's face and an inner surface that is oriented towards the user's face. The frame includes left and right temples configured to secure the eye protection device to the user and a central raised portion disposed between a left portion and a right portion of a top portion of the frame. The central raised portion extends vertically above a substantially continuous profile of the left and right portions to provide an extended vertical view. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074881 | MOTORCYCLE UNDERWEAR SEAT PADS - The present invention relates to a protective seat pad for use inside a motorcycle pant. The protective seat pad will generally comprise two leg extensions extending from the main body of the seat pad, which define a space between the leg extensions. The protective seat pad further comprises raised ribs in the main body of the seat pad and the leg extensions. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074882 | GARMENT ADAPTED TO BE ASSOCIATED TO A DEVICE FOR THE PERSONAL PROTECTION OF A USER - A garment having a portion suitable for being combined with an inflatable member for protecting a user is described. The portion of the garment includes a covering surface suitable for forming a covering for the inflatable member. The covering surface comprises at least one insert made of elastic material. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074883 | PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT - A protective apparatus comprising a cantilever yoke system including a left arch slot, a right arch slot and one or more swivel slots, a left distal arch including attachment points configurable with the left arch slot of the cantilever yoke system, a left proximal arch including attachment points configurable with at least one of the attachment points of the left distal arch to join the left proximal arch to the left distal arch, a right distal arch including attachment points configurable with the right arch slot of the cantilever yoke system, a right proximal arch including attachment points configurable with at least one of the attachment points of the right distal arch to join the right proximal arch with the right distal arch, and a swivel including proximal arch slots configurable to join the left proximal arch with the right proximal arch. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074884 | Anti-Horse Collar Tackle Safety Device - An anti-horse collar tackle safety device, comprising a base having means for attaching the base to a pair of shoulder pads, wherein the base comprises an interior portion facing the shoulder pads and an exterior portion that is accessible from outside a jersey placed over the shoulder pads, and a releasable portion releasably attached to the exterior portion of the base via means for releasable attachment, wherein the releasable portion is configured to release via application of a force equal to or less than about 15 pounds. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074885 | SPORTS GARMENTS - Provided herein is an article of clothing configured to be worn around a user's crotch and thighs. In one embodiment, the article of clothing comprises a garment and a pad. In certain embodiments, the garment comprises an opening in an area between the thighs of the user when the article of clothing is worn by the user, and the opening comprises a perimeter. In one aspect, the pad is connected to the garment along at least a portion of the perimeter. Also provided herein is a method of manufacturing an article of clothing. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074886 | Toilet Deodorizing Apparatus - Disclosed is a toilet deodorizing apparatus having a main body controlled by a sensor switch of a control unit for discharging gases. Smell gases are guided to the inside from a gas inlet of the main body and then guided to the outside through a gas outlet to achieve a deodorizing effect. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074888 | FLOATING AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANING DEVICE - The invention relates to free floating automated toilet bowl cleaning devices that dispense a volatile composition (e.g., a fragrance) into air surrounding the toilet and dispense a cleaning composition (e.g., hypohalite bleach) into toilet tank water on which the device freely floats. The device includes a first compartment for housing the volatile composition. The first compartment is permeable to air, with the permeable portion of the first compartment positioned above a water line when the device is floated. The device includes a second compartment for housing the cleaning composition. The second compartment includes one or more inlets through the device body to allow fluid communication with the liquid on which the device floats during use. A floatation member is positioned above the second compartment (e.g., between the first and second compartments). | 2015-03-19 |
20150074889 | DRAIN CLEARING DEVICE - The disclosed drain clearing devices have a housing that has a gas reservoir and a pressurization mechanism, such as hand pump and/or gas cartridge that compresses and/or maintains compressed gas in a gas reservoir. A nozzle and a pressure release actuator also attached to the housing. The pressure release actuator, when activated, causes compressed gas to be released from the gas reservoir through the nozzle and into a drain to clear an obstruction. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074890 | PRESSURE PLUNGER AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Pressure plunger apparatus for mitigating a clogging in a channel and associated methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a plunger apparatus can include an outer tube, an actuator positioned inside the outer tube, a seal positioned between the outer tube and the actuator, and a fitting attached to the tube component. The seal is operably attached to the outer tube and fixedly attached to the actuator. The actuator is configured to be moved reciprocally so as to generate a pressure difference of a fluid positioned inside the outer tube. The pressure difference can drive at least a portion of the fluid positioned inside the outer tube to be ejected from the outer tube to the channel so as to mitigate the clogging in the channel. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074891 | SINGLE-USE SINK STRAINER - A disposable strainer is provided for drain holes such as in sinks, bathtubs and floor drain holes. The strainer is relatively thin and has wide edges relative to currently existing strainers. The strainer includes a perforated, concave middle part. The middle part of the strainer is attached to the strainer's edges by means of a circumferential rim that can be stretched and enables to pull the middle part downwards to create a concavity into which the waste accumulates. The strainer is made from a flexible material, which can be folded and which adheres to the sink or floor upon contact with water. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074893 | TOILET WITH OVERFLOW PROTECTION - A flush toilet includes a bowl, a tank coupled to the bowl, a flush valve positioned within the tank, and a flush device configured to initiate a flush cycle. The automatic toilet further comprises an electronic sensing assembly having a sensing member positioned on the bowl for detecting an overflow condition of the bowl, an overflow device operably coupled to the flush device, and a controller in electronic communication with the electronic sensing assembly and the overflow device for controlling the flush device in response to a condition of the toilet. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074894 | TOILET CONTROLS - Controls for use in association with the main tank of a toilet include a container which is disposed in the main tank and holds a body of water. A float is movable in the container to expel water from the container and effect operation of an inlet valve from a closed condition to an open condition. Water flows into an inlet compartment and into the main tank when the inlet valve is in the open condition. Water flows into an outlet compartment after a predetermined quantity of water has accumulated in the inlet compartment. Water flows from the outlet compartment into the container. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074895 | Laminar Flow Swim Spa - A method and apparatus for providing a substantially laminar flow of water in a swim spa is includes providing a basin holding a fluid. The method includes circulating water from the basin through at least one laminar flow swim spa jet, creating a substantially laminar flow of the fluid directed from one end of the swim spa. Each of the at least one laminar flow swim spa jet comprises a plurality of parallel, cylindrical tubes that reduce turbulence from the fluid as the fluid passes through the plurality of parallel, cylindrical tubes. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074896 | Outdoor Shower - A rigid, portable, and modular outdoor shower enclosure has a base, walls, and a shower fixture. The shower enclosure may be quickly and easily reassembled after disassembly for storage or transportation. When assembled, pegs, sockets, and gravity constrain the shower enclosure in all degrees of motion. Bolts, screws, and other means of affixing the panels to the base and frame are not necessary to make the shower enclosure rigid. The pegs and sockets are not visible when the shower enclosure is in its assembled position, giving the shower enclosure the pleasing appearance of a permanent structure. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074897 | Waterproof Juncture - A waterproofing flashing and resulting juncture, comprising in a first embodiment a generally horizontally positioned planar member which is positioned in sandwiched engagement between the upper peripheral edge of a shower pan or shower bench sidewall (or equivalent wallboard) and a lower peripheral edge of adjacent wallboard (or equivalent shower bench, shelf or ledge), and a vertically extending member attached to a distal edge of the horizontal member extending vertically upwardly behind the wallboard (or equivalent shower bench, shelf or ledge). An alternative form of the invention comprises a T-shaped flashing member comprised of a mid-section to which are connected first and second attachment members or wings, the wings adapted to connect the flashing to the room-facing side of the wallboard and/or shower module sections. A further version of the invention comprises a waterproof juncture comprised of a water-impermeable membrane applied over at least the upper peripheral edge of a wallboard or shower pan sidewall and a portion of an adjacent wall-forming member which is coplanar with the wall studs, which in turn will form a waterproof covering over the seam between the upper peripheral edge of the wallboard or shower pan sidewall (or equivalent shower bench, shelf or ledge) and the adjacent wall-forming member. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074898 | Shower Stall Curb Cover - A three dimensional structure comprised of a flexible sheet material referred to herein as a curb cover is described that can be easily secured with adhesive or resin over the intersection of a shower stall floor, a shower stall wall, and a step over curb. The curb cover is used in conjunction with a waterproof membrane to waterproof the shower pan and up portions of the surrounding wall and step over curb. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074899 | BASIN VENT - A sink system including a vent for receiving forced air into the sink from a dryer. A vent ring may be located between a sink basin and a sink deck forming the vents. The dryer may be included in a fixture housing with a faucet as a combination. The sink deck may include a vent lip that directs forced air into the vent. The vent lip extends into a basin region beyond the vent. The vent ring may be affixed to the sink deck or to the sink basin. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074900 | FOOD PREPARATION SINK - Food preparation sinks are disclosed which have an integral raised work area that is rinsed by an automatic system. Food waste or the like present in that area can be washed into a sump above a drain, and the weight of the waste and water in the sump is enough to automatically drive them through a baffle to a garbage disposal, without requiring the baffle to be manually opened. An automatic controller system coordinates water flow and garbage disposal operation, and the water supply can be linked to the sink below the sink rim to save counter top space. In some forms multiple rinsing nozzles are provided which pulse in altering fashion. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074901 | Drain Systems And Related Methods - A drain system includes a basin and a drain, where a first one of the basin and the drain comprises at least two substantially inflexible protrusions and a second one of the basin and the drain forms at least two apertures. The protrusions and apertures form male-female connections that facilitate positioning and anchoring of the drain in the basin. Further, stoppers/strainer and ball valves for limiting or ceasing water flow through a drain are disclosed. The stoppers/strainers and quarter turn valves may be switch-activated and moved into position by electricity, water pressure, air pressure and the like. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074902 | SINK CLIP - A clip and method provided for temporarily positioning a sink during installation that includes the steps of providing a sink having a top ledge; providing a countertop having a hole therethrough for receiving the sink; providing a plurality of clips; attaching the clips to outer sides of the sink; placing a bottom end of the sink through the hole in the countertop until the top ledge of the sink is against the countertop and the clips engage sides of the hole in the countertop to position the sink therein; applying a caulk or adhesive material; and allowing the caulking or adhesive material to cure to permanently hold the sink in place. The clip may have a base portion extending in a planar orientation for at least a portion thereof; a resilient leg attached to and extending at an angle from one side of the base; and protrusions extending outwardly from one side of the resilient leg. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074903 | PATIENT SLING - The patient transfer acts as a combined sling and bed cover and includes a substantially rectangular sheet portion of a size to fit over a standard bed mattress and to which are attached a plurality of straps for coupling to a hoist. The patient transfer sheet is preferably made of a single-layered material which is breathable, strong and soft. The patient transfer sheet can act as a sling for transportation/repositioning of a patient as well as a replacement bed covering to replace conventional bed linen. The patient can thus be transported onto a bed without needing to remove the patient from the sling. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074904 | Blanket Apparatus for Distributing Conditioned Air Into Zones of a Bed - A blanket apparatus for accepting and distributing a pressurized flow of conditioned air into a zone around the body of a bed occupant. The apparatus includes an upper layer and lower layer of differing air permeability, joined to form a flow cavity between them for the pressurized air. A plurality of joining methods between the upper and lower layer is provided within the flow area to prevent the blanket from ballooning under the pressurized air flow. The blanket apparatus contains means to cover an entire bed while directing pressurized conditioned air to specific zones of the bed. The invention also contemplates connection of two independent supplies of conditioned air into a single top layer of bedding under which multiple bed occupants sleep, to evenly distribute such independent supplies into specific dual zone areas. The apparatus achieves its function by utilizing materials that are ordinarily used in existing bed linens and comforters. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074905 | MEANS OF TRANSPORT WITH BATTERY DRIVEN COOLING OF A SLEEPING DRIVER - A means of transport comprising an energy storage and an assembly of an air pump, an air conditioning device, a duvet and a mattress, wherein the air pump and the air conditioning device are powered by the energy storage, and the air pump is adapted to pump air conditioned by the conditioning device into an air receiving compartment of the duvet and/or mattress, the air receiving compartment being adapted to output received air toward a space between the duvet and the mattress. In this manner, not all of the compartment, such as a drivers compartment or a sleeping compartment needs be cooled. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074906 | Incontinence Bed Cover - An Incontinence bed cover includes a stretchable three layer cover with elastic corner straps. Incontinence bed cover has elastic corner straps attached for fitting around the corners of a mattress. The incontinence bed cover can be sized to fit any mattress, including the four standard mattress sizes. The incontinence bed cover has a top layer, preferably made of flexible, breathable 100% poly-mesh fabric that wicks moisture and enhances evaporation, helping to guard against potential skin breakdown. The incontinence bed cover has a middle layer, preferably made of quilted polyester batting for maximum absorbency and reduced drying time. The incontinence bed cover has a bottom layer that is waterproof, preferably made of a blend of vinyl and polyester. The three layers are sewn together. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074907 | Smart Fitted Sheets - A fitted sheet for mattresses that is a combination of any known manufacturing of fitted sheets with the addition of four flexible panels to the bottom corner hem instead of traditionally used elastic cords, straps or bands. The addition of the panels form a pocket around each mattress corner. The hem on the bottom of the fitted sheet corners that would typically secure an elastic band instead secure the flexible panels. A single, or multiple hem may be used as needed to best support the panel while attaching it to any variety of fitted sheets. Multiple stitching techniques may also be used. The flexible panels are introduced to create a more snug fit on the mattress and more evenly distribute the stress applied to the fabric than current versions that are available on the market. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074908 | UNIVERSAL ADJUSTMENT DRIVE WITH BOWDEN CABLE - Electric motor furniture drive for adjusting parts of a piece of furniture relative to one another has a drive unit which has at least one electric motor and is in drive connection with at least one tensioning unit. Furniture drive has a base body which is preferably configured as a housing and is accommodated in or on the tensioning unit. At least two Bowden cables are operatively associated with each tensioning unit, traction cables of Bowden cables being in operative connection with associated tensioning unit. Traction cables are guided or guidable to tensioning unit(s) through at least one recess in the housing. The sheathings of the Bowden cables are fixed or fixable to the base body. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074909 | ADJUSTABLE FURNITURE - A novel article of adjustable bed is disclosed. The adjustable bed comprises at least two body-support portions and a base support for supporting the body support portions. The body support portions are mounted with respect to the base to allow angular adjustment of their relative positions to alter the configuration of the bed. Actuators are provided for angularly moving one or more of the body-support portions to effect angular adjustment of the bed. A load-bearing member projects from one of the moveable body-support portios and is supported by a bearing means arranged to run on a curved support such that each moveable body-support portion is pivotally mounted with respect to the base about a respective pivot axis defined by the centre of curvature of the respective curved support. The pivot axis of the movable body-support portion is positioned above the base in a plane offset from the top edge thereof. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074910 | ORTHOPEDIC SHOULDER PILLOW - An orthopedic pillow designed to address the limitations in current available shoulder pillows. An orthopedic pillow according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure has a bottom surface bounded by a leading edge, a trailing edge, and first and second side edges; a first end surface intersecting with the leading edge and oriented perpendicular to the bottom surface; a second end surface intersecting with the trailing edge and oriented perpendicular to the bottom surface; and a contoured upper surface extending from the first side edge to second side edge, the contoured upper surface intersecting with the first end surface and the second end surface. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074911 | SEASONAL MEMORY FOAM PILLOW - A personal seasonal pillow for accommodating different temperatures occurring during different seasons is disclosed comprising a cool side and a warm side opposite the cool side. A gel layer is associated with the cool side containing a fluid gel, and a layer of insulating fill is associated with the warm side. A cool side indicator is associated with the cool side; and a warm side indicator is associated with the warm side whereby the person may easily identify the desired side. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074912 | CONVERTIBLE PROTECTIVE COVER AND PILLOW FOR PATIO FURNITURE AND THE LIKE - In one embodiment, a convertible protective cover for protecting an article. The cover includes a covering portion having an underside, a pillowcase portion having an inside surface, and a tether having two ends, one end coupled to the covering portion and the other end coupled to the pillowcase portion. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074913 | Solid Gel Cushion System - A solid gel cushion system is provided. The solid gel cushion system includes a first elastic quadrilateral body having a first elastic surrounding sidewall to define a first space allowing for a heat exchange. The first elastic quadrilateral body defines a first top surface and a first bottom surface with respect to the first elastic surrounding sidewall, both of which are communicative of surrounding atmosphere in order to form an air passage. The cushion system further includes a second elastic quadrilateral body having a second elastic surrounding sidewall defining a second space in which two interleaving elastic supporting ribs are formed. The first elastic quadrilateral body is surrounded by the four second elastic quadrilateral bodies. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074914 | MATTRESS TYPE SUPPORT DEVICE INCLUDING FEED/VENT VALVE - A support device of the mattress type ( | 2015-03-19 |
20150074915 | MULTI-PURPOSE HITCH TOOL - A multi-purpose hitch tool includes a removal device that is coupled with a first end of an elongated handle. The removal device is configured to remove a cotter pin from a hitch pin or to strike the hitch pin out of engagement with a hitch receiver. A brush assembly is coupled with a second end of the elongated handle and is configured to remove debris from an interior cavity of the hitch receiver. The brush assembly includes a first bristle array that is configured to scrape the debris from the interior cavity. A second bristle array is disposed over an opposite lateral side of the elongated handle from the first bristle array. The second bristle array is less rigid than the first bristle array and is configured to bend against an interior surface within the interior cavity to bias the first bristle array against an opposite interior surface. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074916 | METHOD AND APARATUS FOR APPLYING NANOPARTICLE SURFACE TREATMENTS INSIDE A CONTAINER - An apparatus for applying a surface coating to a target surface by providing a sealable containment means for receiving a target surface and a surface coating located in a container or containers within the sealable containment means. Also disclosed is a method of applying a surface coating using the apparatus by sealing the sealable containment means, releasing the surface coating into the volume of the sealable containment means and then subjecting the containment means to an external stimulus which catalyzes the bonding of the surface coating | 2015-03-19 |
20150074917 | WASHING MACHINE APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR DETECTING AN OVERSUDS CONDITION - Washing machine appliances and methods for detecting oversuds conditions in washing machine appliances are provided. A washing machine appliance has a tub and a basket rotatably mounted within the tub, the basket defining a chamber for receipt of articles for washing. A method includes measuring a pressure within the tub during a spin cycle, comparing the pressure to a threshold oversuds pressure level, and pausing the spin cycle and enacting an oversuds removal cycle if the pressure exceeds the threshold oversuds pressure level. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074918 | WASHING MACHINE APPLIANCE AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING THE SAME - The present subject matter provides a washing machine appliance and a method for operating a washing machine appliance. The method includes determining an average power delivered to a motor of the washing machine appliance while a basket is rotating at a first angular velocity, establishing a plurality of instantaneous powers delivered to the motor while the basket is accelerating from the first angular velocity, and calculating a load score of articles within a wash chamber of the basket based at least in part on the average power delivered to the motor and the plurality of instantaneous powers delivered to the motor. The load score can correspond to a mass of articles within the wash chamber of the basket. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074919 | LAUNDRY CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING CARBOXYLATE DYE - The present invention relates to a laundry care composition comprising from 0.00001 wt % to 0.5 wt % thiophene azo carboxylate dye having the structure of Formula I: | 2015-03-19 |
20150074920 | LAUNDRY CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING MONO-AZO CARBOXYLATE DYE - The present invention relates to a laundry care composition comprising from 0.00001 wt % to 0.5 wt % mono-azo carboxylate dye having the structure of Formula I: | 2015-03-19 |
20150074921 | LAUNDRY CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING CARBOXYLATE DYE - The present invention relates to a laundry care composition comprising from 0.00001 wt % to 0.5 wt % mono-azo carboxylate dye having the structure of Formula III: | 2015-03-19 |
20150074922 | LAUNDRY CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING CARBOXYLATE DYE - The present invention relates to a laundry care composition comprising from 0.00001 wt % to 0.5 wt % mono-azo carboxylate dye having the structure of Formula IV: | 2015-03-19 |
20150074923 | DEPILATORY COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to a depilatory composition which comprises a depilatory active and at least one material which alters the thermal properties of the composition by either having a higher heat of fusion or a lower thermal conductivity than the bulk. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074924 | ONE-PIECE RAMP - A ramp is shown and described. The ramp may include a frame having first and second end portions and a ramp surface extending substantially between the frame and positioned between the first and second end portion. The ramp may also include a plate extending at least partially between the frame and positioned adjacent to at least one of the first and second end portions, where the frame, ramp surface and plate are monolithic. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074925 | FOLDING RAMP - A ramp assembly for loading and unloading vehicles includes a pair of ramp sections pivotally secured to each other by a hinge assembly and a dolly also secured to the hinge assembly which assists in deploying and stowing the ramp assembly and also in supporting the sections of the ramp assembly as the ramp is used to load and unload a vehicle. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074926 | PORTABLE TOOTHBRUSH - The present invention relates to a portable toothbrush which, in particular: has a cleaning solution capable of cleaning the mouth, toothbrush bristles, and an interdental brush; discharges, via a spraying method, the cleaning solution from a storage member for storing the cleaning solution; has an interdental cleaning member detachably installed thereon, and a cover for covering the interdental cleaning member that is coupled to an interdental cleaning member fixing hole; is used by discharging the cleaning solution via the spraying method before and after the toothbrush is used so as to enable the hygienic rinsing of the mouth; and facilitates the carrying and replacement of the interdental toothbrush. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074927 | FLOOR MAINTENANCE TOOL WITH MOP RELEASE MECHANISM - A floor maintenance too! including a handle and a tool coupled to the handle. The tool head includes a frame that supports a first engagement panel and a second engagement panel, with each panel disposed on an underside of the frame. The tool also includes a cable that extends between the tool head and the handle and that is coupled to the first engagement panel and the second engagement panel. An actuator mechanism is coupled to the cable and is manipulatable to move at least one of the first engagement panel and the second engagement panel via the cable relative to the frame to selectively engage and disengage a mop pad relative to the tool head. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074928 | TOOTHBRUSH WITH ANGLED BRISTLES - A toothbrush having a first set of bristle tufts arranged along a first row, the first set of bristle tufts attached to a head and oriented in a vertical position. The toothbrush has a second set of bristle tufts arranged along a second row, the second set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented at an angle that is between 4 and 10 degrees to the left of the vertical position. The toothbrush has a third set of bristle tufts arranged along a third row, the third set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented in the vertical position. The toothbrush has a fourth set of bristle tufts arranged along a fourth row, the fourth set of bristle tufts attached to the head and oriented at an angle that is between 4 and 10 degrees to the right of the vertical position. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074929 | Hairbrush with cleaning tool - A brush and cleaning tool for removing hair accumulating in and between the bristles of the brush in a way that is non-strenuous for the user and non-damaging to the brush. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074930 | GOLF ACCESSORIES FOR CLEANING HANDS OR EQUIPMENT - A pocket insert card is received within a pocket of a garment. An absorbent fabric sheet is attached to the card such that the sheet can be situated outside the pocket for cleaning purposes while the card remains in the pocket. The fabric sheet may be elongated and folded in face-to-face portions attached to the card. A hook and loop patch may support an object on the fabric sheet. A holder for a spare golf tee or pencil is provided, as is a retainer for a scorecard. The fabric sheet may be inserted into the pocket or may form the pocket body itself. The fabric sheet may also be used without the pocket, attached directly to the interior of a garment. A double sided snap may be used to mount a ball marker to the fabric sheet. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074931 | IMPLEMENT FOR CLEANING AREAS SURROUNDING THE EYES - An implement for the cleaning of areas around the human eye, especially the upper and lower lids and the eye lashes, includes a reusable cleaning implement having at least one low absorbency pad of a soft looped material for cleaning areas adjacent the eye orb wherein the loops of the material capture and remove oils, debris, crusts and cosmetics such as eye liner and mascara. Once laid on a surface, the pad of the article is elevated away from the surface to prevent soiling. The looped material of the pad is cleanable with at least soap and water, and dries rapidly. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074932 | CLEANING BODY - Apparatus and Method for manufacturing a cleaning body | 2015-03-19 |
20150074933 | WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY - A windshield wiper assembly for a vehicle includes a wiper motor. The wiper motor has a housing having a top surface and a side surface, a projection projecting from the top surface, a mounting bracket integrally extending from the side surface, and a rib integrally extending from the top surface and between the projection and a longitudinal end of the mounting bracket. Advantageously, the rib enhances the robustness of the housing so that it is more tolerant of stresses experienced during use. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074934 | CONNECTION ASSEMBLY FOR A WIPING SYSTEM OF A MOTOR VEHICLE - According to the invention, the assembly comprises a mechanical connector provided with two cylindrical protuberances and an adaptor ( | 2015-03-19 |
20150074935 | FLAT WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY AND COUPLING METHOD - A flat wiper blade assembly may be provided that includes: a wiper strip | 2015-03-19 |
20150074936 | VACUUM - The present invention is directed to a vacuum including a dust extraction system. The system includes a filter assembly, an airflow generation assembly, and valve assembly. The airflow generation assembly is configured to draw contaminated air toward the filter assembly and exhaust filtered air as a discharge stream. The filter assembly is configured to remove contaminants from the contaminated airflow by capturing particulate material suspended within the airflow. The valve assembly is configured to selectively direct filtered airflow into the filter assembly such that the filtered air stream cleans the filter. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074937 | SURFACE CLEANING APPARATUS WITH DIFFERENT CLEANING CONFIGURATIONS - An upright surface cleaning apparatus comprises a surface cleaning head having a dirty air inlet. A support structure is moveably mounted to the surface cleaning head and a portable cleaning unit is removably mounted to the support structure. An above floor cleaning wand is provided. The wand is removable from the support structure without removal of the cleaning unit from the support structure and the cleaning unit is removable from the support structure without disconnecting the wand from the support structure | 2015-03-19 |
20150074938 | Hydraulic Fluid Flow Management System and Method - A hydraulic fluid flow management system and method includes three subsystems. The first subsystem is an engine mounted hydraulic fluid pump electrically operated flow control proportioning valve combination. The second subsystem is a hydraulic fluid flow distribution manifold assembly. The third subsystem is a computer operated controller and display which governs the operation of the electrically operated flow control proportioning valve combination. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074939 | SURFACE CLEANING NOZZLE - A surface cleaner including a housing and a blade assembly with a blade element. The blade assembly is movable between a lowered position and a raised position relative to the housing. A spring is coupled between the housing and the blade assembly, and the spring applies a force on the blade assembly to move the blade assembly toward the lowered position. The blade element is allowed to move toward the raised position, against the force, such that the force maintains the blade element in contact with a surface to be cleaned. In addition, when in the raised position, the blade element is held against the force and inhibited from moving toward the lowered position. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074940 | Vacuum Cleaner Head - Vacuum cleaner head ( | 2015-03-19 |
20150074941 | DOOR HINGE DEVICE - The present invention relates to a door hinge device using hydraulic pressure so that a door can be opened or closed through rotations, and more particularly, to a door hinge device that can be built at a lower cost, facilitates the opening and closing of the door, has improved durability for a longer service life, can control the angle at which the door is opened and fixed, and can prevent the door from being suddenly opened. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074942 | ADJUSTABLE MOUNTING DEVICE FOR A SLIDING ELEMENT AND SLIDING DEVICE - Mounting device includes a connecting bolt, plate-shaped sliding element connectable to a carriage held displaceable in a running rail. Mounting device includes holding rail, mountable in recess at upper side of the sliding element, and holding device held releasably in the holding rail, includes bearing device, adjustment screw is rotatably held, adjustment screw includes a screw shaft, aligned along screw axis, engages in threaded member of track body, movable along screw axis and includes two track walls aligned parallel to one another and include each a track element, which guide elements are engaged that are connected to connecting bolt, held in guide member displaceable along guide axis. Track sledge is equipped on opposite sides with guide elements engaged in track element of track body and connecting bolt includes first connecting part held in track sledge, second connecting part held in guide member and third connecting part connectable to carriage. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074943 | VEHICULAR HANDLE - An object of the present invention is to provide a vehicular handle having good characteristics in attachment of a decorative cover and also eliminating the likelihood of the occurrence of a failure in the attachment. Provided is a vehicular handle including: a handle body | 2015-03-19 |
20150074944 | COVERED HINGE ASSEMBLY - A covered hinge assembly includes a pivotal pin, at least one hinge leaf, and at least one hinge cover. The hinge cover has a plate covering the hinge leaf and a connecting portion rotatably combining with the pivotal pin so as to pivot, together with the plate, on the pivotal pin. The covered hinge assembly is safe and convenient in use and economical in maintenance, making it perfect for marine applications. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074945 | PIVOT APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING PIVOT APPARATUS - A pivot apparatus to allow the opening and closing together of two elements in the manner of a clamshell includes a first pivoting member defining a helical gap, a second pivoting member, and a motivating member. The first pivoting member and the motivating member are coupled to the second pivoting member from opposite directions. The motivating member has a retractable pole and a positioning post protruding from the retractable pole. When the retractable pole couples to the first pivoting member, the positioning post extends into and is guided by the helical gap. The retractable pole can move axially to motivate the positioning post to slide along the helical gap. The first pivoting member is rotated relative to the second pivoting member by the positioning post. The present disclosure further discloses an electronic device using the pivot apparatus. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074946 | Apparatus and Method for Controlling Multiple Lines - A handle for walking dogs on three leashes and for untangling crossed leashes while walking The handle has three leash attachment locations, and the three locations correspond roughly to the vertices of a triangle. Regardless of the shape of the handle, or the positioning of the leash attachment locations on the handle, three lines produced to connect the three leash attachment locations will form the sides of a triangle. There are three graspable handle grips, each handle grip interposed between two of the three leash attachment locations. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074947 | Adjustable Handle Assembly - An adjustable handle assembly for adjusting height and/or rotational position of the handles on a stroller wherein the stroller has two vertical posts. The adjustable handle assembly includes predetermined internal grooves on the inner surface of the handle corresponding to the holes along the post and combination spring pins which protrude from holes along the post such that the pin engages with the holes when the pin encounters a corresponding hole in the handle. When slightly compressed the pin will travel along the internal grooves inside the handle. In an alternative embodiment the adjustable handle assembly includes a connector for vertical and/or rotational adjustment of the handle about a vertical post. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074948 | Drying seed cotton in a feed controller - A seed cotton dryer comprises an array of electromagnetic wave energy generators in a cotton gin, a cotton picker/stripper. An appropriate amount of energy is used to evaporate a considerable amount of moisture in the seed cotton without producing enough energy to pop the cotton seeds. Seed cotton dried by wave energy is much easier to separate the cotton seeds and lint from leaves, stems and other plant parts. The seed cotton is preferably transported through the dryer in a conduit having flat sides which reflects the wave energy more efficiently than through a round conduit. Provisions are made to prevent arcing in the transport conduit when extraneous metal pieces are inadvertently mixed with the seed cotton. In some embodiments, heated air from a diesel engine is used to dry crops as they are being harvested. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074949 | Split type hanging buckle - A split type hanging buckle can include a main body and a connection part. Wherein a buckle base, in which a buckling cavity is formed, may be arranged on the hanging buckle main body, and an opening of the buckling cavity is divided into an inserting segment and a buckling segment that are connected with each other. A clamping neck may be formed at the position where the inserting segment is connected with the buckling segment. An aperture of the clamping neck can be equal to that of the buckling segment. At least one side of the clamping neck can be provided with an elastic clamping key. One end of an inserting shaft that can be inserted into the buckling cavity is provided with a clamping head. The diameter of the clamping head may be greater than the aperture of the buckling segment. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074950 | Pretensioning cable assembly for securing a crusher/shredder rotor intact upon its shaft - A pretensioning cable assembly for a crusher is disclosed in which the assembly comprises an anchor member having a tapered aperture, a cable having an end for being inserted into and through the tapered aperture of the anchor member, and an anchor wedge positioned on the end of the cable for securing the end of the cable in the tapered aperture. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074951 | WEB-ADJUSTMENT HOUSING FOR A BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A web-adjustment housing of a buckle member may include a receiving crossbar, a securing crossbar, and a strut. The receiving crossbar may include a ledge that extends in a first direction at a first angle with respect to a plane that contains or is parallel to a longitudinal axis, and first retaining members configured to securely engage webbing. The securing crossbar may include a surface that extends in a second direction at a second angle with respect to the plane, and second retaining members extending from the surface configured to securely engage the webbing. A receiving channel may be defined between the receiving crossbar and the securing crossbar. A release channel may be defined between the securing crossbar and the strut. The receiving channel and the release channel may define at least a portion of a web channel configured to adjustably retain the webbing. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074952 | CLAMPING COLLAR - The collar has a metal belt ( | 2015-03-19 |
20150074953 | BUNGEE CORD / STRAP AND METHOD OF USE - A bungee cord/strap includes an elastic tubular body having an inner surface extending along a length thereof and opposing ends. A pair of inserts are provided, each insert including a connector at one end thereof and a means for attaching to the inner surface of the elastic tubular body at an end thereof. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074954 | Systems and Apparatus of Magnetic Clasping - Example embodiments of the systems and methods of magnetic clasping disclosed herein include a a self-aligning interlocking magnetic clasp. When the two halves are placed within close proximity of each other, the magnetic attraction of the magnets within the clasps orient the parts, and the mechanical features of a key, a keyway and a sliding face align. These features hold the two clasps together with the opposed sliding faces coincident and the keys and keyways interlocked, forming a bead shape, for example, with a hole through the middle. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074955 | FASTENING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF - Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof can include a unitary or one-piece body having first and second ends configured and operative to be coupled together or to be coupled to their respective complement in another of said fastening devices. The first end can include a ring or annular portion and a projection that are sized and shaped to fit around an anchor and in an orifice, respectively, of the second end. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof according to embodiments may be used with items, including footwear, apparel, luggage, a backpack, a bag, a purse, a boxing glove, a punching bag, football or lacrosse shoulder pads, or the like. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074956 | HOOK FASTENER - The present invention relates to a hook fastener including a base strip and a field of hooks, each hook comprising a stem and a cap, said cap including at least one lateral overhang, and each hook being further delimited by two opposing substantially planar surfaces, wherein the overhang comprises a swelling located at a distance from the stem so that the thickness of the overhang increases in said swelling, the bottom surface of the overhang forming a cavity for receiving filaments. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074957 | ROTATABLE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A rotatable buckle assembly may include a male buckle member, and a female buckle member configured to rotatably connect to the male buckle member. The female buckle member may include a handle that is configured to be pulled to disconnect the first buckle member from the second buckle member. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074958 | SAFETY BELT BUCKLE - A safety belt buckle, which includes a buckle member, a hook, a stop member, a latch member and a release button, wherein the latch member has a tongue plate which enters a chamber of the buckle member through a lateral opening of the buckle member, and pushes the stop member to a predetermined position; when the stop member stays at the predetermined position, the hook is restricted by the stop member, and stopped at another predetermined position to engage the tongue plate, which makes the latch member unable to separate from the buckle member. By pushing the release button connected to the stop member, the hook can pivot unrestrictedly, therefore the tongue plate is no longer engaged by the hook, and the latch member and the buckle member can separate from each other. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074959 | CARABINERS WITH KEY-LOCK SYSTEM - Carabiners having locking systems of the type called “key-lock” for mountaineering and climbing are provided. Such carabiners include those having a ring with a side, interrupted by an opening delimited by a first and a second end, wherein said opening is closed by a spring closing element which can take an open position and a closed position, wherein the first end of the ring comprises a bulb-shaped hooking portion, with the projecting part in a direction transverse to the plane of the carabiner, wherein the coupling portion on both sides of the bulb includes a shoulder having an uneven surface. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074960 | CARABINER WITH WIRE LEVEL FOR CLIMBING - The present invention relates to a carabiner, particularly a wire carabiner, for mountaineering and climbing. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074961 | CURTAIN CLIP - We provide a securement apparatus or clip including a flexible unibody member that allows two sides of the clip to be separated, allowing the clip to be placed around a rod to support a curtain. Each part of the clip that is in contact with the rod includes a point of minimal contact with the rod, designed to reduce friction and to help maintain the clip on the rod. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074962 | LOAD BEARING CONTAINER MADE FROM REINFORCED WRAP - A method and an article of manufacture are disclosed for making a load bearing structural container with a reinforced wrap, substantially without using additional structural reinforcements. In various embodiments, a fiber reinforced polymer sheet may be used as the reinforced wrap to make the reinforced wrap container having detailed patterns and complex shapes embedded therein using a molding technique. Once the wrap is set and cured, the container holds its shape permanently. The container may include burial caskets and coffins, various shaped boxes, and cases for musical instrument, jewelry technical or medical equipment, guns, camera equipment, and the like. The Container may also be used as shipping packaging for the same types of equipment enumerated above. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074963 | MANUFACTURING METHOD AND ROBOTIC ASSEMBLY SYSTEM - A manufacturing method employing a robotic assembly system includes first and second fastener system components that are positioned by a robotic assembly on opposite sides of at least two structural pieces that are to be fastened together. The first system component includes a particular tool of a plurality of different types of tools, where the particular tool installs a particular fastener of a plurality of different types of fasteners. Each tool includes a block or base of magnetic material with a passageway opening for the fastener associated with the tool passing through the base. The robotic assembly positions the tool against one side of the structural pieces to be fastened, and positions an electromagnet assembly on the opposite side of the structural pieces. Activating the electromagnet assembly clamps the structural pieces together. With the fastener positioned in a hole through the structural pieces, the tool is activated to install the fastener between the structural pieces. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074964 | BLIND RIVET FASTENING DEVICE - A blind rivet fastening device in which a passage for collecting broken mandrels is provided other than on the axis of the motor. A large collection chamber is provided for broken mandrels. A collection chamber for broken mandrels is provided in front of a brushless electric motor in the axial direction. When the electric motor rotates, power from the electric motor is transmitted to a spindle positioned to the rear of the collection chamber via a second shaft positioned below the collection chamber. When the spindle rotates, a pulling head moves in the axial direction. The axial position of the pulling head is determined by detecting the rotation count of the electric motor. Forward rotation, reverse rotation, and stopping of the electric motor are controlled based on the operation of a trigger and the axial position of the pulling head. Excessive torque is avoided by clutches. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074965 | ADJUSTING APPARATUS - An adjusting apparatus is mounted to a tags pasting device and is for adjusting a position of a tag. The adjusting apparatus includes a cylinder assembly and a holder assembly. The cylinder assembly includes a cylinder and an absorber, the absorber is coupled to the cylinder and is for absorbing a tag. The holder assembly is coupled to the cylinder and includes two elastic pieces. The cylinder drives the absorber to engage with the two elastic pieces, thereby the two elastic pieces aligning with the tag on the absorber. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074966 | Electro-Mechanical Pipe Fusion Machine - An electro-mechanical machine for fusing small diameter polyolefin pipe includes a carriage and controls. The carriage has fixed and travelling jaws that grip a pipeline and a pipe stick and electrically driven screws that bring the jaws into and out of close proximity for performance of fusion process tasks. The controls include an electrical closed loop circuit that controls operation of the screws to transfer the travelling jaws to a base axial distance from the fixed jaws and an electrical load cell feedback circuit that controls operation of the screws to reciprocate the travelling jaws in relation to the base axial distance in response to feedback from the load cells so as to maintain a predetermined force between the pipes. | 2015-03-19 |
20150074967 | Top loading multi-fiber ferrule and fiber insertion method for array fiber interconnection - An open-lid fiber connector is described. The open-lid fiber connector allows a human operator or a machine automation to closely monitor how an array of fibers is placed on a step of a staircase and each of the fibers is inserted via a groove into a corresponding hole or hollow channel. | 2015-03-19 |