35th week of 2013 patent applcation highlights part 8 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20130220280 | DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM CONDITIONING - Methods and systems are provided for conditioning fuel for diesel engine. The system may include a fuel pump located within a fuel tank configured to pump fuel to the diesel engine. The system may also include a fuel filter located outside of the fuel tank operatively located upstream of a flow of fuel from the fuel pump. A method may include directing fuel from inside of the fuel tank through a fuel filter located outside of the fuel tank into a vacuum chamber positioned inside the fuel tank, before directing the fuel to the diesel engine. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220281 | METHOD, ENGINE CYLINDER, AND ENGINE WITH OPPOSED SEMI-LOOP SCAVENGING - A method for the reverse scavenging of an engine cylinder and for the introduction of fresh gas into the cylinder and for the discharge of exhaust gas out of the cylinder. The cylinder has oppositely disposed and opposingly driven pistons. In the region of the respective bottom dead center (BDC) of the two pistons, there are formed in the cylinder wall in each case one outlet region for the exhaust gas and in each case one, in particular circumferentially opposite flow transfer region for pre-compressed fresh gas which has been admitted from the crankcase. The fresh gas supplied through the respective flow transfer region is expelled in the direction of the wall region which is situated on that side of the cylinder inner wall and which adjoins the flow transfer region in the cylinder longitudinal direction. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220282 | TURBOCHARGED ENGINE CANISTER SYSTEM AND DIAGNOSTIC METHOD - An evaporative emission control system for a turbocharged engine. The system includes a fuel vapor canister in fluid communication with an intake manifold of the engine, a purge valve positioned between the intake manifold and the canister, a bypass valve positioned between the purge valve and the canister and connected to the atmosphere, and an evaporative system integrity monitor operable to seal the canister from the atmosphere when the engine is off. In operation, the monitor is closed so as to seal the canister from the atmosphere, the purge valve is closed so as to isolate the intake manifold from the canister, and the bypass valve is opened so as to connect the canister to the atmosphere. Proper operation of the monitor is determined if the monitor toggles from closed to open when a vacuum in the fuel vapor canister reaches a predetermined level. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220283 | DUAL SOLENOID FUEL INJECTOR WITH SELECTIVELY ACTUABLE INPUT AND OUTPUT VALVES - The present invention provides a fuel injector for an internal combustion engine. The fuel injector comprises a housing with an injector stem positioned inside the housing such that the injector stem comprises lower and upper portions. A first fluid chamber is located at the lower portion and a second fluid chamber is located at the upper portion with a seal positioned between the fuel chambers. A fuel duct is connected to the first fluid chamber and input and output ducts are connected to the second fluid chamber to allow fuel to fill and drain from the second fluid chamber. A first valve attached to the input duct and a second valve attached to the output duct are selectively actuable to open and close. The fuel injector further comprises a spring biasing the injector to a closed position, a heating element and a controller element. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220284 | AIR AMOUNT ESTIMATING APPARATUS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE WITH SUPERCHARGER - An air amount estimating apparatus in an internal combustion engine having a supercharger that estimates with high accuracy an amount of air drawn into a cylinder without involving an increased calculation load. The air amount estimating apparatus estimates a cylinder air amount through calculation that incorporates a physical model representing air flowing behavior through an intake path. When, at this time, a ratio of throttle downstream pressure to throttle upstream pressure as calculated with the physical model is smaller than a reference ratio, a throttle flow rate is calculated using an equation of throttle based on the throttle upstream pressure, the throttle downstream pressure, and a throttle opening. When the ratio of the throttle downstream pressure to the throttle upstream pressure is greater than the reference ratio, the throttle flow rate is calculated using a linear interpolation equation based on a compressor flow rate and an intake valve flow rate. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220285 | ROTATION SHAFT SUPPORTING STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRIC SUPERCHARGER - A rotation shaft supporting structure for an electric supercharger is provided with: a rotation shaft to which a compressor wheel is attached, the compressor wheel being a wheel of a supercharging side; an electric motor including a motor rotator securely installed to the rotation shaft, and a stator for applying torque to the motor rotator; a bearing provided on a bearing side closer to the compressor wheel than the motor rotator so as to support the rotation shaft; and a damper unit for absorbing shaft vibration of the rotation shaft, the damper unit being provided at a shaft end on an opposite side to the bearing side. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220286 | Fuel Injection Strategy for Internal Combustion Engine Having Dedicated EGR Cylinders - A method using exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) in an internal combustion engine. The engine has at least one “dedicated EGR cylinder”, whose entire exhaust is recirculated back to all the engine cylinders. The dedicated EGR cylinder is operated at a rich air-fuel ratio, and the other cylinders are operated stoichiometrically so that a conventional three way catalyst may be used to treat the exhaust. A fuel injector is used to inject fuel into the combustion chamber of the dedicated EGR cylinder after initiation of the main combustion event. This post injection method overcomes flammability limits of a dedicated EGR cylinder, and increases the hydrogen (H2) and carbon monoxide (CO) in its exhaust. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220287 | EXHAUST SYSTEM HAVING DEDICATED EGR CYLINDER CONNECTION - An exhaust system is disclosed for use with an engine. The exhaust system may have at least one exhaust manifold connectable between all combustion chambers of the engine and the atmosphere, and at least one exhaust valve associated with each combustion chamber of the engine. The at least one exhaust valve may be movable to selectively allow exhaust to pass from each combustion chamber into the at least one exhaust manifold. The exhaust system may also have an exhaust gas recirculation circuit fluidly connectable directly to at least one of the combustion chambers of the engine and to an intake duct of the engine, and at least one exhaust gas recirculation valve associated with the exhaust gas recirculation circuit. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220288 | EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION IN A RECIPROCATING ENGINE WITH CONTINUOUSLY REGENERATING PARTICULATE TRAP - An engine and a method of operating an engine. One method includes: routing air to both a donor and a non-donor cylinder of an engine; combusting an air fuel mixture in the cylinders; routing exhaust gas from the non-donor cylinder through an exhaust manifold; and recirculating exhaust gas from the donor cylinder through an aftertreatment system and a cooler back to the intake manifold. Another method includes: recirculating exhaust gas from a first cylinder of an engine to an intake stream or air-fuel mixture of the engine, whereby: the recirculated exhaust gas from the first cylinder flows through an after treatment system; and the recirculated exhaust gas is cooled to a lower temperature after the after treatment system; and routing exhaust gas from the second cylinder through an exhaust manifold. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220289 | INTAKE SYSTEM WITH AN INTEGRATED CHARGE AIR COOLER - An intake assembly in an engine is provided. The intake assembly includes a compressor and a plenum in fluidic communication with the compressor, the plenum having an integrated charge air cooler including a coolant inlet and a coolant outlet in fluidic communication with a coolant passage and cooling plates extending into a plenum enclosure and coupled to the coolant passage. The intake assembly further includes a throttle body coupled to the plenum. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220290 | COOLING DEVICE FOR AN ENGINE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION CIRCUIT - The invention relates to a cooling device for an engine ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220291 | MOTOR VEHICLE INTERNAL COMBUSTION MOTOR EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE HAVING A MECHANICALLY COMMUTATED DRIVE MOTOR - An electric exhaust gas recirculation valve for an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle includes a motor rotor. A drive motor is configured to be mechanically commutated. The drive motor comprises a plastic carrier panel lying in a transverse plane arranged at a longitudinal end of the drive motor. The plastic carrier panel comprises, on a side facing the motor rotor, at least two commutator brushes and suppression reactance coils assigned to the at least two commutator brushes. Suppression capacitors are arranged on a side averted from the motor rotor. A valve body. A reduction gearing is connected to the drive motor. The reduction gearing is mechanically connected to the valve body. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220292 | DEVICE FOR TRANSMITTING BOW STRING RELEASE SIGNAL, DEVICE FOR RECEIVING BOW STRING RELEASE SIGNAL AND BOW STRING RELEASE HAVING THE SAME - Disclosed herein is a device that releases a bow string in response to engagement of parts fitted over the teeth of a user. The present invention provides a release signal transmitting device that includes at least one switching means and a signal transmitter, and a release signal receiving device that includes a signal receiver, a controller and an actuator. The release signal transmitting device has a mouthpiece structure that is fitted over the teeth of the user. The release signal receiving device has a shooting mechanism that is interlocked to the actuator. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220293 | PAINTBALL LOADER FOR PAINTBALL MARKER - A paintball loader for use on a paintball marker, including a refillable container defining an internal space for accommodating a plurality of paintballs, the container further including an outlet for enabling paintballs to sequentially exit the container towards the marker, an agitating member including at least one rotor fin rotatably disposed within the container, a drive mechanism including an electric motor, the drive mechanism being operable to rotate the agitating member so as to agitate one or more paintballs present in the container and facilitate their movement towards the outlet, and a protrusive housing extending inside the internal space, wherein the drive mechanism is at least partially located within the housing in the internal space. The loader may be modular and include a plurality of releasably attachable body portions. The loader may incorporate a speed feed system. The loader may include a piezoelectric sensor for shot detection. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220294 | NON-LETHAL PISTOL AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A non-lethal pistol for propelling projectiles, such as paintballs. The pistol has a body with a grip portion and a barrel. A canister of propellant received in the body to supply a valve assembly with propellant that is selectively vented to propel projectiles through the barrel. The pistol includes a firing mechanism adapted to actuate the valve assembly. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220295 | CONVERSION KIT WITH A RAIL SYSTEM FOR A PAINTBALL MARKER - A convertible projectile launching device includes a projectile launching device, such as a paint ball marker, a less than lethal launcher or an airsoft gun, to which a user can secure at least one shell that changes the outer configuration or appearance of a projectile launching device on which it is secured into a MILSIM style projectile launching device. Any type of fasteners may be used to secure the shells to the device. The surface of at least one shell provides a rail system for mounting objects to the projectile launching device. The shell has a mating surface that engages a corresponding mating surface on the projectile launching device in order to increase stability of the shell. A blanking plug or a butt stock can be inserted into the rear of the shell, secured by a latch or other mechanism on at least one shell. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220296 | OVEN DOOR FOR A DOMESTIC COOKING OVEN - The present invention relates to an oven door for a domestic cooking oven. The oven door comprises a first inner glass panel ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220297 | Heat Generating Single-Use Garment - Disclosed is an emergency cold weather heating garment that is adapted for one-time use when rapid heating is required to prevent hypothermia and exposure. The garment comprises an article of clothing that comprises a plurality of enclosed pouches having a chemical heating agent therein. The garment is adapted to be deployed from a vacuum sealed container or wrap, and once deployed the chemical heating pouches are air-activated, initiating an exothermic reaction that gives off heat and raises the body temperature of the wearer. Each pouch comprises an air-permeable or perforated exterior surface, an interior volume of solid, air-activated heating material, and an underside surface that conducts heat across its surface. The garment is adapted to be deployed and donned above or below other clothing articles for rapidly heating the user over a period of time as the chemical heating material reacts. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220298 | COOKTOP APPLIANCE WITH FEATURES FOR IMPROVING ILLUMINATION - A cooktop appliance is provided with features for directing light from a light source through a cooking surface of the appliance. The light source may be positioned below the cooking surface, and the features may be positioned adjacent the cooking surface such that the features direct light from the light source through the cooking surface. As a result, the visibility of light to a user of the appliance can be improved. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220299 | AIRFLOW GUIDING MEMBER AND AIR DUCT WITH AIRFLOW GUIDING MEMBER - The air duct comprises a body and at least an airflow guiding member. The airflow guiding member is detachably configured in a slot outlet of the body. The airflow guiding member comprises a guiding ditch with a receiving section, a regulating section, and a guiding section. An airflow flowing in the body is received by the receiving section into the regulating section and then thrusts out of the body after sequentially compressed by the regulating and guiding sections. An air wall is as such formed above the body to confine the pollutants dispersed in the air. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220300 | SUBMERGIBLE COMBUSTION BURNER - A burner apparatus includes a first tube having a first longitudinal bore and a second tube having a second longitudinal bore. The second tube is disposed within the first longitudinal bore such that an annular space is defined between the second tube and the first tube. The burner apparatus further includes a nozzle formed at a tip of the second tube. A plurality of side holes are formed in the nozzle. The side holes are slanted relative to a longitudinal axis of the nozzle and are in communication with the second longitudinal bore. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220301 | GAS BURNER SYSTEM FOR GAS-POWERED COOKING DEVICES - A food cooking device includes a cooking structure defining a volume for receiving food product to be cooked, and a heating arrangement for heating food product within the volume. The heating arrangement includes a gas burner system that includes a blower and fuel gas flow feed device arranged such that operation of the blower draws in ambient air and the flow of ambient air through the blower in turn draws fuel gas from the fuel gas flow control device such that a ratio of fuel gas to ambient air remains substantially the same regardless of blower speed. A burner is connected to receive the fuel gas and ambient air mixture from the blower. A controller is connected for controlling blower speed, the controller configured to vary the blower speed between at least two different non-zero blower speeds. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220302 | POROUS INSERT FOR A HEATING ELEMENT OF AN OVEN APPLIANCE - An oven appliance is provided having a chamber for cooking food items. A heating element is also provided and, e.g., may be configured for providing heat to the food items in the chamber of the oven appliance. A porous insert is disposed within the heating element. The porous insert can, e.g., improve mixing of gas fuel and air flowing through the heating element and/or regulate the pressure and/or velocity of gas fuel and air flowing through the heating element. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220303 | CENTRAL RECEIVER SOLAR SYSTEM COMPRISING A HELIOSTAT FIELD - The aim of the invention is to build central receiver solar power plants in which the heliostat fields can be used more efficiently. To achieve said aim, a heliostat field consisting of a near field having a uniform reflector surface density ρ of more than 60% is preferably combined with a far field whose reflector surface density ρ decreases as the distance from the receiver increases. The invention also comprises central receiver solar power plants which consist exclusively of a near field having a uniform reflector surface density ρ of more than 60%. The high reflector surface density ρ in the near field and in areas of the far field is achieved by the use of heliostats having rectangular reflectors and a rigid horizontal axle suspension (FHA) or, alternatively, by heliostats having rectangular reflectors and a rigid quasipolar axle suspension (FQA). The heliostat field concentrates the solar radiation on a receiver whose target surface, aperture, thermal absorber or photovoltaic absorber has a normal vector which is directed downward to the heliostat field that extends below the receiver in the directions North, East, South and West. The receiver is mounted in a suspended manner to a support structure that extends over the heliostat field. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220304 | CONCENTRATING SOLAR POWER WITH GLASSHOUSES - A protective transparent enclosure (such as a glasshouse or a greenhouse) encloses a concentrated solar power system. The concentrated solar power system includes one or more solar concentrators and one or more solar receivers. Thermal power is provided to an industrial process, electrical power is provided to an electrical distribution grid, or both. In some embodiments, the solar concentrators are parabolic trough concentrators with one or more lateral extensions. In some embodiments, the lateral extension is a unilateral extension of the primary parabolic trough shape. In some embodiments, the lateral extensions are movably connected to the primary portion. In some embodiments, the lateral extensions have a focal line separate from the focal line of the base portion. In some embodiments, the greenhouse is a Dutch Venlo style greenhouse. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220305 | CONCENTRATING SOLAR POWER WITH GLASSHOUSES - A protective transparent enclosure (such as a glasshouse or a greenhouse) encloses a concentrated solar power system. The concentrated solar power system includes one or more solar concentrators and one or more solar receivers. Thermal power is provided to an industrial process, electrical power is provided to an electrical distribution grid, or both. In some embodiments, the solar concentrators are parabolic trough concentrators with one or more lateral extensions. In some embodiments, the lateral extension is a unilateral extension of the primary parabolic trough shape. In some embodiments, the lateral extensions are movably connected to the primary portion. In some embodiments, the lateral extensions have a focal line separate from the focal line of the base portion. In some embodiments, the greenhouse is a Dutch Venlo style greenhouse. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220306 | HEAT STORAGE SYSTEM - The invention relates to a heat storage system using sand as a solid heat storage medium, characterized in that it comprises the following components: a storage tank ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220307 | Cavity Receivers for Parabolic Solar Troughs - A tubular heat-absorbing element partly enclosed in an insulating layer or jacket, has absorbing surface that is accessible to solar radiation. The thermal insulation is designed to provide entry to solar radiation by way of a cavity. The absorbing surface can be substantially planar. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220308 | NOVEL ARRANGEMENT OF NON-EVAPORABLE GETTERS FOR A TUBE SOLAR COLLECTOR - The invention relates to a novel arrangement of non-evaporable getters for a tube solar collector, said tube collector being of the type that includes an outer glass tube ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220309 | THERMAL RECEIVER AND SOLAR THERMAL POWER GENERATION DEVICE - A thermal receiver includes a heat absorption body and a support body. The heat absorption body is made of at least one honeycomb unit having a plurality of flow paths arranged for circulation of a heat medium. The support body supports the heat absorption body and allows circulation of the heat medium. The heat absorption body includes silicon carbide and is supported at a position away from an inner surface of the support body by a predetermined distance. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220310 | SOLAR THERMAL RECEIVER WITH CONCENTRIC TUBE MODULES - A solar thermal receiver with concentric tube modules is disclosed. The outer two tubes ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220311 | SOLAR ENERGY ABSORPTIVE COATING, ARRANGEMENT OF THE COATING ON A SUBSTRATE, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE ARRANGEMENT AND USE OF THE ARRANGEMENT - A solar energy absorptive coating for absorbing sunlight energy is provided. The coating includes a multilayer stack including, a first absorbing layer with first absorbing layer material for absorbing an absorption radiation of a certain spectrum of the sunlight, a transmission dielectric layer with a transmission dielectric layer material for a transmission of the absorption radiation, and a second absorbing layer with a second absorbing layer material for absorbing the absorption radiation, wherein at least one of the absorbing layer materials has an absorbing layer material refractive index for the absorption radiation, between 1.5 and 4.0, and an absorbing layer material extinction coefficient for the absorption radiation, between 0.8 and 3.0, and the transmission dielectric layer material has a dielectric layer material refractive index for the absorption radiation, between 1.0 and 3.0, and a dielectric layer material extinction coefficient for the absorption radiation, between 0.0 and 0.2. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220312 | Cavity Receivers for Parabolic Solar Troughs - A tubular heat-absorbing element partly enclosed in an insulating layer or jacket, has absorbing surface that is accessible to solar radiation. The thermal insulation is designed to provide entry to solar radiation by way of a cavity. The absorbing surface can be substantially planar. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220313 | PORTABLE COLLAPSIBLE STOVE - A foldable burner has a raised platform formed from aluminum foil portions and onto which fuel can be placed. Tabs are provided for gripping by a user to expand the burner from a collapsed condition to an expanded condition. Tabs may also act as supports to strengthen the burner and make the burner more stable. Apertures enable air to enter the burner under a chimney effect in order to provide oxygen to fuel for burning. The upper periphery of the burner provides support for a cooking vessel such as a saucepan. The burner is easy to transport in its folded condition. Further, it may be designed to offer a second use as transportation box. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220314 | MEDICAL VAPORIZER WITH POROUS VAPORIZATION ELEMENT - An apparatus and method utilize a porous vaporization element with a dispersion mechanism to disperse a liquid agent onto the porous vaporization element. The porous vaporization element extends across a majority of a cross-sectional area of the flow passage. In one implementation, the liquid agent is sprayed onto the porous vaporization element. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220315 | ELECTRONIC VAPORIZER - An electronic vaporizer is provided. The electronic vaporizer includes a cartridge that facilitates provision of a vaporized solution to an individual. The cartridge includes a housing that includes an interior, wherein the housing is one of a polymer housing or a ceramic housing. The cartridge also includes a heating element located in the interior of the housing, wherein the heating element is configured to vaporize a solution for oral provision to the individual. The vaporizer may also include a power harvesting device operative to acquire energy from the environment for use with powering the heating element. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220316 | PORTABLE HANDHELD VAPORISING DEVICE - A portable handheld vaporising device ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220317 | OXYGEN BREATHING DEVICE WITH ELONGATED SUPPLY TIME - The invention relates to an aircraft oxygen emergency device comprising a chemical oxygen generator, an oxygen supply line including a first line section connecting said chemical oxygen generator with a flow regulator unit and a second line section connecting said flow regulator unit with at least one oxygen mask for supplying oxygen to mouth and/or nose of a person at a breathing pressure. According to the invention, said second line section comprises an upstream second line section connecting said flow regulator unit with a throttle unit and a downstream second line section connecting said throttle unit with the oxygen mask, wherein oxygen flowing from the chemical oxygen generator to the oxygen mask via said oxygen supply line passes through said throttle unit and said throttle unit has a cross section which is small enough to increase the pressure within the chemical oxygen generator. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220318 | CERAMIC ROTARY VALVE FOR AN ANESTHETIC VAPORIZER - Embodiments of the present invention relate to a ceramic rotary valve for an anesthetic vaporizer, the valve body of the rotary valve comprising a ceramic material. Embodiments of the present invention also provide an anesthetic vaporizer comprising the ceramic rotary valve and an anesthesia machine comprising the anesthetic vaporizer. Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention also provide a method of utilizing an anesthetic vaporizer comprising a ceramic rotary valve to control anesthetics concentration output by the anesthetic vaporizer. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220319 | Portable Medical Gas Delivery System - An apparatus for producing gas for use in medical applications. The apparatus includes a compressed gas unit having at least one container of compressed gas and a solenoid valve. An adjustable pressure regulator communicably connected to the gas container, separate and distinct from the solenoid valve, is adjusted to control the pressure of the gas provided from the container to the solenoid valve. An electrical power source is connected to the solenoid valve. A pressure activated electronic switch connected to the power source is responsive to a selected amount of voluntary fingertip, pressure for opening the solenoid valve to transmit the gas therethrough to a conduit, which further transmits the gas to a destination for use or storage. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220320 | Inhaler Comprising A Base Having A Plurality of Medicament Containing Sealed Cavities - An inhaler which comprises a base having a plurality of consecutive sealed cavities containing medicament. Foil portions are on one side attached to the base for sealing the medicament within respective associated cavities. A plurality of separating elements are attached to the other side of the foil portions, each separating element being associated with a respective cavity for separating a foil portion from that cavity. Each separating element can be moved-away from its associated cavity so that the sealing foil portion is separated from the cavity which is thereby uncovered so that medicament contained therein is enabled to become entrained in a fluid flow, and then returned with the attached foil portion to cover its associated cavity. A method of operating an inhaler is also disclosed. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220321 | INHALER - An inhaler is disclosed. It comprises a housing to receive a strip of blisters each having a puncturable lid and containing a dose of medicament for inhalation by a user, a mouthpiece through which a dose of medicament is inhaled by a user and, an actuator operable to sequentially move each blister into alignment with a blister piercing member. The actuator is also operable to cause the blister piercing element to puncture the lid of a blister such that, when a user inhales through the mouthpiece, an airflow through the blister is generated to entrain the dose contained therein and carry it out of the blister and via the mouthpiece into the user's airway. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220322 | PERSONAL AIRWAY HUMIDIFICATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - A personal airway humidification apparatus includes means for generating a heated air laden with gaseous (molecular) water. The personal airway humidification apparatus further includes an accumulator coupled to the generating means for retaining a volume of the gaseous water-laden heated air prior to being delivered by natural breathing to a user and a delivery tube coupled to the accumulator. The delivery tube has a sufficiently large diameter bore to enable the user's natural breathing to draw the gaseous water-laden heated air from the accumulator and through the delivery tube. The personal airway humidification apparatus also includes a one-way valve coupled to the delivery tube for venting exhalations of the user to atmosphere and preventing the exhalations from being exhaled back into the delivery tube and an interface device by which the gaseous water-laden heated air enters the user's mouth from the delivery tube. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220323 | METHOD, ARRANGEMENT AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR RESPIRATORY GAS MONITORING OF VENTILATED PATIENTS - A method, device, and computer program product for improving accuracy of a respiratory gas measurement from a subject ventilated at a predetermined respiration rate through a ventilator. A respiratory gas measurement value is acquired within a first expiration period of the subject, thereby to obtain a first measurement value. The ventilator is paused for a pause period within a second expiration period of the subject and a respiratory gas measurement is performed within the pause period, thereby to obtain a second measurement value. A correction factor is then determined based on the first measurement value and the second measurement value and the correction factor is employed to correct subsequent respiratory gas measurement values obtained from the subject at the predetermined respiration rate, thereby to improve the accuracy of the measurement. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220324 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING OSCILLATORY PRESSURE CONTROL VENTILATION - A method for ventilating a patient with a ventilator includes receiving a target pressure input for a breathing phase, receiving at least one oscillation parameter, imposing an oscillatory waveform on the target pressure, the oscillatory waveform having characteristics defined by the at least one oscillation parameter and configured to oscillate substantially about the target pressure for at least a portion of the breathing phase, and delivering an amount of flow sufficient to achieve an oscillatory target pressure based on the imposed oscillatory waveform. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220325 | TREATMENT DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - This invention relates to a treatment device ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220326 | BREATH INDICATOR - This invention relates to a breath indicator that is receivable by a part of a breathing assistance apparatus that supplies gas to a patient. The indicator comprises an elongate body having a gas sampling end and an attachment end. The attachment end is adapted to attach to a part of a breathing assistance apparatus and for locating the gas sampling end. The gas sampling end is to be located in a region where gas from the patient is to be exhaled. The gas sampling end being in communication with a sensor comprising a detector material changeable between a first visual indicator state relating to an inhalation phase of the patient, and a second visual indicator state relating to an exhalation phase of the patient. The detector material is capable of changing between the visual indicator states at a sufficient rate to substantially correspond with the inhalation and exhalation phases of the patient. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220327 | UNOBTRUSIVE NASAL MASK - A patient interface for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a mask having a sealing portion adapted to form a seal with the patient headgear adapted to secure the mask to a head of the patient and an adjustable strap assembly including a pair of straps connected to one another in a length adjustable manner. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220328 | GAS DELIVERY CONDUIT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - An apparatus ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220329 | RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT FOR AIRCRAFT WITH AN INFLATABLE HARNESS - A respiratory equipment ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220330 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHOD FOR COLLECTING AND RECLAIMING ANAESTHETIC AGENTS AND FOR REMOVING NITROUS OXIDE FROM EXHAUST GASES - A system for collecting an anaesthetic agent, having at least one anaesthetic gas scavenging system (AGSS) for receiving exhaust gas from a plurality of sources, the exhaust gas including the anaesthetic agent to be collected, each AGSS comprising at least one power source for providing suction of the exhaust gas from the plurality of sources under negative pressure, and a central collection system for receiving the exhaust gas, the central collection system comprising at least one collector for collecting the anaesthetic agent from the exhaust gas, wherein the at least one collector is configured to adsorb the anaesthetic agent from the exhaust gas. The central collection system may be configured to received the exhaust gases from the at least one AGSS, with the central collection system being located downstream of the at least one AGSS. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220331 | Endotracheal Tubes and Other Polymer Substrates Including An Anti-Fouling Treatment - Anti-fouling treatments are applied to polymer substrates for preventing bacterial adhesion. The polymer substrate may comprise a medical device, such as a catheter. The treatment generally comprises a polymer layer graft polymerized to the surface of the polymer substrate. An anti-biofilm agent is contained in the polymer layer or applied to the surface. A polymer over-layer is then applied that encapsulates the anti-biofilm agent. The anti-biofilm agent prevents bacterial adhesion through the polymer over-layer. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220332 | LARYNGEAL MASK WITH ENHANCED INSERTION - A laryngeal mask for establishing an artificial airway in a patient includes a mask portion having a resilient conformable peripheral portion shaped such that the mask forms a seal with the larynx when the mask is positioned in the laryngopharynx, and an airway tube connected to or formed with the mask for passing gas to the larynx when the mask is properly inserted into the laryngopharynx. The mask portion includes at least one region of reduced wall thickness or enhanced flexibility, and at least one region of increased wall thickness (relative to the reduced wall thickness) or enhanced stiffness (relative to the region of enhanced flexibility), the at least one region of increased wall thickness or enhanced stiffness having a larger longitudinal extent than a longitudinal extent of the at least one region of reduced wall thickness or enhanced flexibility. The resilient conformable peripheral portion may be an inflatable cuff. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220333 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CUSTOMIZABLE FLANGES - A tracheal tube assembly includes a cannula configured to be positioned in a patient airway and a customizable flange configured to be secured about the cannula. The customizable flange further includes a first flange portion and a second flange portion. The second flange portion is configured to be selectively removed from the customizable flange to customize the length of the customizable flange. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220334 | Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion - The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of means for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable material that supports tissue ingrowth that eventually replaces the material leaving little or no original material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220335 | Methods and Devices for Conduit Occlusion - The present invention comprises systems, methods and devices for the delivery of compositions for occluding or of elements for opening conduits. The implantable occlusive material may be delivered pre-formed or in situ cured and, may be a resorbable or degradable material that supports tissue ingrowth or wound healing or a similar response that replaces the cured occlusive material leaving little or no original occlusive material in place. The delivery system is positioned to allow for placement of the occlusive material into the body conduit. Use of delivery systems, methods and devices for re-opening an occluded body conduit are also included. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220336 | CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES AND METHODS - Contraceptive devices that provide substantially immediate and permanent sterilization are described herein. Systems and methods for transcervically delivering the contraceptive devices are also described herein. The contraceptive device may include an expandable implant. The implant includes hydrogel to provide substantially immediate sterilization, and tissue in-growth fibers to provide permanent sterilization. As an alternative or in combination to hydrogel, the implant may include copper or cupric ions to provide substantially immediate sterilization. The implant may also include hydrogel to improve trackability of the implant through an ovarian pathway. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220337 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR INTRAVAGINAL DELIVERY OF DRUGS AND OTHER SUBSTANCES - The present technology provides intravaginal devices designed to intravaginally deliver difficult to formulate water-soluble molecules and macromolecules for a sustained period of time. The devices include a chamber having at least one orifice and containing a sustained-release formulation. Such formulations include a water-swellable polymer and an intravaginally administrable substance. Methods of making and using the devices are also provided. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220338 | INSERTER - The present invention relates to an inserter for an intrauterine system, comprising a handle ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220339 | Wearable Airway Supporting Device - A wearable airway supporting device consisting essentially of elastic textile products and a matching set of form-fit mandible projectors, and has portions that encircle the head such that, when combined with a set of form-fit mandible projectors, exert pressure on at least the pterygoideus internus section of the user's mandible so as to apply upwardly, outward pressure on the lower jaw (mandible) in order to stabilize the same while the user is sleeping or unconscious, thereby preventing snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, and other airway obstruction caused by the tongue dropping back into the throat and blocking the user's airway. When the elastic members are placed around the front and back of the user's head, the device keeps the user's mandible jutted forward and prevents the tongue from falling back so that air flows through his airway. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220340 | Sleep Apnea Prevention - A method and apparatus for preventing sleep apnea employs an external clamp that has a first pad that engages the upper lip beneath the nose and a second pad that engages the lower jaw on its underside, behind the mandibular symphysis. The pads are connected to each other by a flexible member, or brace. Preferably the second pad is rounded on that portion that contacts the lower jaw. The clamp is held in place by one or more straps, braces or springs that pass about the patient's head. The first pad is held such that it presses against the upper lip while the second pad closes the lower jaw and pulls it forwardly and upwardly using relatively small forces. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220341 | Oral Device for Improvement of Breathing - An oral device for improving the breathing of a user by means of protrusion of the lower jaw includes a first dental rail that covers at least some teeth of a lower row of teeth of the user; a second dental rail that covers at least some teeth of an upper row of teeth of the user; and at least one coupling element connecting the first and the second dental rail. The first dental rail comprises a front, labial connection point and the second dental rail has two rear, buccal connection points positioned substantially at its two posterior ends. The coupling element has a substantially U-shaped configuration, and an apex of the coupling element forms a joint with the front labial connection point on the first dental rail. The posterior ends of the coupling element form a joint with the rear connection points of the second dental rail. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220342 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR MEDICAL DEVICE HAVING A RADIATION DETECTOR - A protective liner is described comprising a collar having a main collar portion, a first extension emanating from the main collar portion in a first direction, a second extension emanating from the main collar portion in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Disclosed embodiments may include a chest portion extending from the main collar portion. The protective liner may also include an adjustable releasable fastener for joining the first extension to the second extension. The adjustable releasable fastener may be disposed upon at least one of the first extension and second extension, wherein a material of the protective liner comprises a non-woven, fluid repellent material. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220343 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR MEDICAL DEVICE HAVING ETCHED FASTENERS - A protective liner is described comprising a collar having a main collar portion, a first extension emanating from the main collar portion in a first direction, a second extension emanating from the main collar portion in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Disclosed embodiments may include a chest portion extending from the main collar portion. The protective liner may also include an adjustable releasable fastener for joining the first extension to the second extension. The adjustable releasable fastener may be disposed upon at least one of the first extension and second extension, wherein a material of the protective liner comprises a non-woven, fluid repellent material. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220344 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR MEDICAL DEVICE - A protective liner is described comprising a collar having a main collar portion, a first extension emanating from the main collar portion in a first direction, a second extension emanating from the main collar portion in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Disclosed embodiments may include a chest portion extending from the main collar portion. The protective liner may also include an adjustable releasable fastener for joining the first extension to the second extension. The adjustable releasable fastener may be disposed upon at least one of the first extension and second extension, wherein a material of the protective liner comprises a non-woven, fluid repellent material. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220345 | Adjustable Tongue-Positioning Device For Surgical Gag - An adjustable tongue-positioning device for an oral gag device has a shaft portion with a vertical shaft adapted for slideably engaging with an oral gag device, an engagement bead attached to a support, the support attached to the vertical shaft, an engagement ring attached to the vertical shaft. The tongue positioning device also has an adjustable tongue portion with at least one tongue depressor portion having a slot adapted for engaging with the engagement bead of the shaft portion, and a flexible ratchet adapted for engaging with the engagement ring of the shaft portion. In operation the adjustable tongue portion is engaged with the engagement ring and bead of the shaft portion, and the shaft portion with an adjustment mechanism of an oral gag. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220346 | BALLOON PUNCTAL PLUG - A lacrimal insert such as a punctal plug may incorporate a balloon or other similar structure to facilitate anchoring of the punctal plug within the lacrimal canaliculus. The balloon may be inflated once it is positioned and deflated if removal is required or desired. The balloon may be affixed to an external portion of the punctal plug or incorporated into a chamber within the punctal plug. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220347 | MEDICAL PROTECTIVE COVER - The medical protective cover includes a semi-ovoid shell configured to cover a wound or intravenous site. The shell is attached to a patient's limb or extremity by a pair of adhesive tabs extending from longitudinal ends of the shell and a plurality of adjustable straps extending laterally from the shell. A plurality of ventilation holes longitudinally extend along lateral edges of the shell to allow passage of air for keeping the covered area dry. Each longitudinal end of the shell includes a pair of tubing ports to facilitate mounting and passage IV infusion tubing to an IV catheter or cannula. The top of the shell also includes a selectively opened slot that permits passage of a needle for the administration or withdrawal of fluids through an access port of the catheter. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220348 | SMOKELESS TOBACCO ARTICLES - Tobacco articles having tobacco disposed in a porous matrix. The tobacco articles can provide tobacco to an adult consumer in the form of particles, liquid, or vapor so as to furnish tobacco satisfaction to the consumer. The tobacco can be integrally molded with a plastic material so that at least a portion of the tobacco is disposed in pores of the matrix. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220349 | DEFORMABLE TABLET WITH WATER TRIGGERED CATALYST RELEASE - A tablet contains reagents with catalytic activity, release of which is triggered by exposure of the tablet to water. A malleable capsule includes: (a) a flexible polymer; (b) a plasticizer; and (c) a catalyst disposed within the capsule, wherein a portion of the catalyst is released from the capsule upon exposure of the capsule to water. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220350 | Hookah Mouthpiece Holder - A multifunctional device for measuring fluorescence, luminescence and light transmission for diagnostics comprises a first and second group of screens mounted behind the rear surface of a sample solid carrier. A sample carrier is designed in the form of a biochip, cell, pan or microplate. The sample carrier's light sources are provided with light-absorbing elements for suppressing light reflected from the front surface of the sample carrier and from screen surfaces. Screen holders allow for alternatively mounting light reflective/retroreflective screens to maximize fluorescent or luminescent signal. A diffusing screen measures light transmission through the sample. Light-absorbing screens behind the rear surface of the sample and light-absorbing elements on light sources from the sample's top surface, increase signal-to-noise ratio. The device permits measuring signals on biochip surfaces and in solutions during hybridization or amplification reactions. The device and diagnostic method are suitable for mass screening of biological material samples. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220351 | IMMOBILIZED DILUENTS FOR SMOKING ARTICLES - Immobilized diluents in a smoking article are provided, wherein diluents can be immobilized through absorption and/or adsorption of the diluents into immobilizing materials, such as sorbents like silica gels. By immobilizing diluents, the diluents can be available for vaporization, while still being protected from migration and/or loss of the diluents in a smoking article. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220352 | Speed Control of Variable-Speed Multiple-Phase Motors - Exemplary embodiments or implementations are disclosed of methods, apparatus, and systems for operating motors in variable speed situations. In an exemplary implementation, a method of controlling a variable-speed motor includes defining a control duration as a predetermined number of cycles of a multiple-phase power supply. Each speed in a range of speeds is defined by a corresponding number of the cycles of the control duration. Power is provided to the motor from the power supply at a selected one of the speeds, by enabling input from the power supply for the number of the cycles of the control duration corresponding to the selected speed. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220353 | METHOD OF PRODUCING FLAVOR-RELEASING GRANULES, FLAVOR-RELEASING GRANULES, AND CIGARETTE FILTER CONTAINING FLAVOR-RELEASING GRANULES - A method of producing flavor-releasing granules, includes adding ethanol, together with a plurality of flavorant compounds, to an aqueous solution containing a plurality of cyclodextrin compounds and conducting stirring to include the flavorant compounds within the cyclodextrin compounds, intermittently spraying the obtained aqueous solution onto hygroscopic core particles in a state of planetary motion to adhere the flavorant inclusion cyclodextrin compounds to the respective surfaces of the core particles. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220354 | Novel Cigar And Cigar Box Combination - A novel cigar is provided with an elongated cigar puller device which extends into the interior of the cigar. By removing the cigar puller from the cigar, the tobacco fill material of the cigar is disrupted so as to improve the draw of the cigar. Once the cigar puller is removed from the tobacco fill material, a flavorant and/or aromatic can be infused into the less dense tobacco fill material which is provided upon the removal of the cigar puller. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220355 | METALLIC FOIL NAIL APPLIQUES - A multi-layered foil appliqué for decorating nails is cut from a laminated sheet having the following layers: a first adhesive layer residing on a releasable substrate; a base coat residing on the first adhesive layer; a UV-curable adhesive layer residing on the base coat; a foil layer residing on the UV-curable adhesive layer; and a top coat residing on the foil layer. The foil is applied to the UV-curable adhesive layer by contact between the metallic side of a metallized plastic sheet and the adhesive before the adhesive is cured. The bottom coat and top coat are formed from organic solvent-based nail enamels. Sufficient solvent remains in the appliqué to keep it stretchable before use. Residual solvent evaporates after the appliqué is applied to a user's nail. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220356 | Adjustable Flossing Mouthpiece - A method and device for flossing teeth utilizing positionally adjustable floss picks holding strands of dental floss. The floss picks fit into a retainer component and are positioned to insert the floss strands into the interproximal dental spaces between the user's teeth. The position of individual floss picks can be adjusted to achieve the correct fit. The disclosure also teaches a retainer with two sides comprising slotted tracks extending substantially the length of each retainer side. The slots contain floss strands. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220357 | Tooth Cleaning Device - An assembly and method for brushing a person's teeth is provided whereby the assembly has a unitary main body having an interior cavity accessible from one side of said assembly, a plurality of tooth brushing bristles, a tab support, and a movement tab, | 2013-08-29 |
20130220358 | Hair Colouring Methods and Compositions Thereof - The present invention relates to a method for colouring hair wherein a hair colouring composition is applied to the hair roots. The hair colouring composition is then diluted with a dilutant component and the diluted hair colouring composition is applied to the hair lengths and tips. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220359 | COMB - A comb for styling hair has an elongate spine, a plurality of tines extending from the spine and guide means for use in association with a scissors or a clippers. The guide means acts as a guide for the scissors or clippers to slide along and support when both are used together by a user when dressing or cutting the hair of a subject. The guide means has a rail extending along a portion of the length of the spine, wherein the rail acts as the guide for the scissors or clippers. In another embodiment, the guide means extends transversely from the spine to form a shelf-like structure gradually extending from the surface which is generally transverse to the longitudinal axis of the spine. The guide means are either integrally formed or are detachably mountable along the spine of a comb. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220360 | Hair Styling Apparatus and Method of Making Same - A hair styling device including a first handle and a second handle; a first plate extending from said first handle and having a first heating element within said first plate, a second plate extending from said second handle and having a second heating element within said second plate, a hinge connecting said first handle and second handle, wherein said first and second plates are adapted to pivot relative to said first and second handles about an axis generally perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of said first and second handles, and wherein said first and second plates comprise a diamond dust protective layer between the heating elements and the respective plates. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220361 | DEVICE FOR MAKING ARTIFICIAL NAILS - The present invention relates to a device for making artificial nails of different lengths and designs, characterized in that they are made from a sheet that has a first smaller side that is straight, two larger sides, each with symmetrical cutaways, the first being a square cutaway, close to the straight side, the second cutaway being the shape of an arch, which is made up of a straight section with two curves at the extremities thereof and the second smaller side, in the central part thereof has a cutaway with an undulating shape creating two “curved valleys” and one “curved crest”, followed by a straight side in each of the extremities thereof; a dotted line of symmetry, diagonal dotted lines creating a pair of symmetrical surfaces acting as internal flaps; dotted lines perpendicular to each straight side; a central surface, formed in the device when the internal and external flaps are removed; a removable cover, with the ergonomic design of a human nail; a template, engraved on the central surface on which the artificial nail is formed. Finally, the present invention discloses a means for manufacturing a thumbnail. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220362 | EYELINER APPLICATOR SYSTEM - The present invention is an eyeliner applicator system that includes a make-up compact that has a top interior facing that is foldably attached to a bottom interior surface and can be secured closed with a snap clip fastener and a liquid and powder mix eyeliner base that is disposed within the bottom interior surface. The system additionally includes an eyeliner applicator that has a distal end with a disposable curved shape pad that accommodates a curved shape of a user's closed eyelid and an elongated handle and a mirror that is disposed on the top interior facing that can be positioned in a generally vertical position when the make-up compact is opened to allow the user to watch themselves apply the eyeliner base. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220363 | DISPOSABLE TEETH CLEANING SYSTEM - The disclosure describes several embodiments of a disposable teeth cleaning system comprising: an elongated body comprising, a brush portion for cleaning teeth wherein the brushes are coated with Xylitol™, fluoride, or a flavoring agent, a flossing portion having a flossing member coated with coated with Xylitol™, fluoride, and a handle portion joining the brush portion to the flossing portion. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220364 | REACTOR BOX CHAMBER CLEANING USING MOLECULAR FLUORINE - Methods and apparatus for the cleaning reactor box chambers using molecular fluorine as the cleaning material. The molecular fluorine is dissociated in-situ in the chamber using the chamber RF power source. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220365 | Method for Producing a Bone Transplant Material, and Bone Transplant Material Produced by Same - The present invention relates to a method for producing a bone transplant material using an extracted tooth, and to a bone transplant material produced by same, and particularly, to a method for producing a bone transplant material which enables the production of bone transplant material in a short amount of time using an extracted tooth of a patient or a similar tooth. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220366 | METHOD FOR SURFACE DECONTAMINATION - A method for chemical decontamination of an oxide-coated surface of a metal structural part or of a system in a nuclear power plant with several cleaning cycles, involves oxidation steps, in which the oxide layer is treated with an aqueous solution containing an oxidation agent, and a subsequent decontamination step, in which the oxide layer is treated with an aqueous solution of an acid. At least one oxidation step is carried out in an acid solution and at least one oxidation step in an alkaline solution. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220367 | Method and Device for Treatment of a Pipestring Section that is Positioned in a Set-Back - A method for treating pipe string sections being in a set-back and being arranged in a vertical position comprises arranging a remote-controllable manipulator at least at one of the threaded portions of the pipe string sections. In addition, the method comprises providing the remote-controllable manipulator with a tool. The tool is arranged to at least clean or lubricate said threaded portion. Further, the method comprises moving the tool to a threaded portion which is to be treated and at least clean or lubricate the threaded portion. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220368 | SUBSTRATE CLEANING METHOD - A substrate cleaning method can prevent corrosion of copper interconnects even when the cleaning method, which uses two-fluid jet cleaning, is used for cleaning of a surface of a substrate after polishing. The substrate cleaning method includes: carrying out primary cleaning of a surface of a substrate by scrub cleaning using a neutral or alkaline liquid chemical as a cleaning liquid; carrying out finish cleaning of the surface of the substrate by two-fluid jet cleaning which cleans the surface of the substrate in a non-contact manner by jetting carbonated water, comprising pure water or ultrapure water containing dissolved CO | 2013-08-29 |
20130220369 | VEHICLE WASHING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WASHING VEHICLES IN THE VEHICLE WASHING SYSTEM - The invention relates to a vehicle washing system ( | 2013-08-29 |
20130220370 | COMBINATION TOILET CLEANING DEVICE - A combination toilet brush/plunger apparatus for providing both a plunger and a toilet cleaning brush in one unit. The combination toilet brush/plunger apparatus includes a brush assembly including a brush support member. The brush member is attached to the brush support member, and there is an elongate handle member being removably attached to the brush support member. A plunger assembly includes a housing/support member. The plunger member is attached to the housing/support member with the brush support member being removably fastened to the housing/support member. There is a plate with apertures disposed in the housing/support member. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220371 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING SOILING OF AN OBJECT - An apparatus determines soiling of an object and includes a rinsing zone for rinsing off dirt particles built up on an object with a fluid. A collecting arrangement includes a retaining device for capturing the dirt particles rinsed off from the object and a measuring device measures a physical parameter of the captured dirt particles. A transport system moves the dirt particles captured with the retaining device to the measuring device to permit measuring the physical parameter of the captured dirt particles. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220372 | SURFACE PROTECTOR - A surface protector fits about three sides of a tire to protect a surface, such as a driveway, from tire cleaner and tire drips or runoff during cleaning. The surface protector may be a two-piece design, with a first piece in an L-shape, fitting about a front (or rear) side of the tire and along the front of the tire. The second piece may be adjustably disposed with the first piece to fit about the rear side of the tire. When assembled, the surface protector covers the surface (driveway) along three sides of the tire. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220373 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATIC REMOVAL OF CARBON DEPOSITS FROM THE OVEN CHAMBERS AND FLOW CHANNELS OF NON-RECOVERY AND HEAT-RECOVERY COKE OVENS - A method for the automatic removal of carbon deposits from the oven chambers and flow channels of non-recovery and heat-recovery coke ovens, where a coke oven battery, composed typically of a plurality of adjacently arrayed coke oven chambers, is utilized for the cyclical coking of coal, and where an air metering device which operates with superatmospheric pressure is used in order to remove, by combustion, carbon deposits in the flow cross-sections of the oven system and thereby to counteract a reduction in oven performance. An apparatus with which this method can be performed is also disclosed, this apparatus being integrated into the coke oven battery and at least one coke oven chamber wall, allowing the carbon deposits to be removed during operation without a change in any arrangement. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220374 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A WATER-CONDUCTING DOMESTIC APPLIANCE - A method for operating a water-conducting domestic appliance, such as a dishwasher, includes filling the water-conducting domestic appliance with a minimum amount of filling water that is circulated by a pump, and checking a water flow diverter for malfunctions and determining from an operational parameter of an electromotor that drives the pump whether the pump runs smoothly, thereby indicating whether the quantity of filling water corresponds to at least a nominal quantity of filling water. When the water flow diverter is not malfunctioning, the pump is again checked for smooth running or a refilling step is carried out to increase the minimum amount of filling water. Conversely, when the water flow diverter is malfunctioning, the check for smooth running or the refilling step are omitted. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220375 | PH MONITORING DEVICE - The invention proposes a pH monitoring device 10 comprising a chamber 107 for containing a solution; a polymer 105 being immersed in the solution, wherein the physical state of the polymer is changeable in dependence on whether the pH of the solution exceeds a threshold value; and a detector 109 for detecting the change of the physical state of the polymer. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220376 | PROCESSES AND COMPOSITIONS FOR CLEANING MIXING DEVICES TO IMPROVE POLYMER PRODUCTION - Processes and compositions for cleaning mixing devices are disclosed that improve the production and quality of thermoplastic polymer resins subsequently produced in the mixing device, while reducing the time needed for cleaning and/or change over. A cleaning mixture comprising polymeric resin pellets having a Rockwell R hardness of 85 to 140 externally coated with an aqueous solution containing sulfonate salts, alkyl aryl sulfonate salts, alkyl sulfate salts, C6 to C36 carboxylic acid salts, or mixtures thereof, is used to purge the mixing device. The surfactant salt is present in the aqueous solution at 0.2 to 30 wt % of the solution, the aqueous solution having a pH of 6.0 to 9.0. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220377 | METHOD OF CLEANING A FILM-FORMING APPARATUS - A method of cleaning a film-forming apparatus to remove at least a part of a silicon-based material deposited on a constituent member of the film-forming apparatus after used to form thin films includes introducing a first-gas including fluorine gas and a second gas including nitrogen monoxide gas into the film-forming apparatus, and heating the constituent member. The constituent member includes quartz or silicon carbide, and the silicon-based material includes silicon nitride. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220378 | DUAL SUCTION VACUUM APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR USE - Apparatuses and methods for vacuuming floors and other surfaces can include a vacuum cleaner head having a first chamber in communication with a first inlet positioned on a bottom surface of the vacuum cleaner head and a first outlet connected to a vacuum line, a second chamber in communication with a second inlet positioned on at least one side of the vacuum cleaner head and a second outlet connected to the vacuum line, and a divider separating the first chamber from the second chamber. | 2013-08-29 |
20130220379 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CLEANING COKED CAVITIES, IN PARTICULAR INLET CHANNELS AND VALVES OF AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE - The invention relates to a method for cleaning coked cavities, in particular inlet, channels ( | 2013-08-29 |