| 36th week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 1 |
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| 20150245554 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATED PLANT NECROSIS - A method of real-time plant selection and removal from a plant field including capturing a first image of a first section of the plant field, segmenting the first image into regions indicative of individual plants within the first section, selecting the optimal plants for retention from the first image based on the first image and the previously thinned plant field sections, sending instructions to the plant removal mechanism for removal of the plants corresponding to the unselected regions of the first image from the second section before the machine passes the unselected regions, and repeating the aforementioned steps for a second section of the plant field adjacent the first section in the direction of machine travel. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245555 | SOD HARVESTER WITH FLAP CONTROL DEVICE - A method of arranging sod rolls on a pallet including the steps of using a sod harvester to create a plurality of sod rolls and deposit them onto a platform; rotating all but one of the sod rolls so that an end flap on each of the sod rolls is at the same position; rotating the first sod roll for a duration that is longer than the duration by which the remaining sod rolls are rotated so that an end flap on the first sod roll is in a different position on the first sod roll than the end flaps on the remaining sod rolls; using a sod carrier to pick up the plurality of sod rolls from the platform simultaneously; and depositing the plurality of sod rolls simultaneously onto a pallet such that the end flap on the first sod roll faces outward and is viewable by consumers. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245556 | Variable Placement Hinge For Agricultural Implement To Maintain Constant Work Zone Spacing - An agricultural implement is provided that has a variable placement hinge joint that allows adjacent implement sections to flex relative to each other and can be moved by an actuator to control spacing between adjacent work zones defined by the implement sections. This can be done by detecting relative angle changes between adjacent implement sections and moving the hinge joint to maintain a constant distance between the work zones so that row spacing is substantially constant across the entire implement, even between adjacent ground-engaging tools or other working units of different implement sections. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245557 | ADJUSTABLE PLANTER BAR SYSTEM - An adjustable planter bar for a multi-row planter generally comprises a horizontal support bar, a first plate member coupled to a trailing side of the support bar, and a second plate member coupled to a leading side of the support bar. The first plate member can form an upper, trailing rail extending above the trailing side of the support bar. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245558 | CONVERTIBLE CAP AND HEAD SYSTEM - A trimmer can be converted from an existing cutting medium to an alternative tool without requiring removal of the trimmer head. A common upper receiver head, as sold by an original equipment trimmer manufacturer, incorporates design provisions to snugly allow an easy/comfortable fit for a series of uniquely adaptable and convertible cap attachments such as, monofilament bump systems, unique molded or shaped flexible line blades with optional cutting swath diameters, as well as other helpful devices that perform different functions beyond just cutting grass. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245559 | LAWN MOWER WITH AN AUTOMATIC CLUTCH - A lawn mower with an automatic clutch has a shell, one or more blades pivotally installed in the shell, an engine in the shell for driving the blades to cut grass, a self-propelled motor in the shell, a retarding mechanism fixed with respect to the self-propelled motor, a self-propelled shaft driven by the retarding mechanism, a pair of rear wheels driven by the self-propelled shaft, a pair of front wheels on a front portion of the shell, a handle on a rear portion of the shell, a power, a control mechanism on the handle, and an automatic clutch provided between the self-propelled motor and the retarding mechanism. The automatic clutch has a tubular shell, an output shaft, a pair of symmetric block, a pair of elastic elements, an input shaft, and a crow block. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245560 | AGRICULTURAL WORKING MACHINE - An agricultural working machine embodying a combine harvester for processing crop includes an intake conveyor mechanism for picking up the crop, a moisture content sensor arrangement for measuring a moisture content of the picked-up crop and generating a crop moisture signal based on the measured moisture content. A throughput sensor arrangement, preferably a layer thickness sensor arrangement, determines a throughput quantity of the picked-up crop. The crop moisture content signal is corrected on a basis of the throughput quantity that is determined. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245561 | Apparatus and Methods for Making Musical Instruments From Molded Gourds and Musical Instruments Made Therefrom - Novel apparatus and methods for making acoustic musical instruments from gourds and the musical instruments made therefrom are described. The invention teaches molds for shaping and molding immature gourds as they grow for the specific purpose of using the molded gourds, of portions of them, in the construction of the musical instrument's resonant cavity. The method of the invention produces musical instruments, particularly stringed musical instruments, from a gourd that has been molded while growing. The present invention also describes the stringed musical instrument, such as ukuleles, guitars, or violins, that result from using said described apparatus and methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245562 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING AIRFLOW CHARACTERISTICS IN AN AGRICULTURAL HARVESTER - An agricultural harvesting system including a chassis, an agricultural product moving device coupled to the chassis, an airflow system, a cleaning system and an airflow characterizing system. The cleaning system is configured to receive the agricultural product from the moving device. The cleaning system is configured to receive an airflow from the airflow system. The airflow characterizing system is at least partially positioned in the airflow, and is configured to measure an airflow profile across the cleaning system. The airflow characterizing system includes a plurality of sensors that determine airflow by measuring a thermal transfer from the sensors to the airflow. The airflow characterizing system being configured to maintain a substantially constant electrical resistance of the sensors as the airflow varies. The airflow characteristics are measured in the cleaning system and are used to improve the cleaning capacity of the harvesting system. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245563 | BALE WRAPPER AND A COMBINED BALER/BALE WRAPPER - A combined baler/bale wrapper ( | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245564 | HUNTING ACCESSORIES - A set of hunting accessories comprises a trim saw facilitate the removal of tree branches to facilitate mounting of structures to a tree, a spider hub assembly pole retainer to retain poles of a spider hub assembly in place when use on a tent, blind or other structure and a camera mount for mounting a still or video camera to a tree for observing wildlife or the like. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245565 | Device and Method for Applying Chemicals to Specific Locations on Plants - A device and method for applying chemicals to specific plants and parts of plants in natural settings as well as crop fields. In a preferred embodiment, an autonomous vehicle carries the chemical application device and is, in part, controlled by the processing requirements of the machine vision component of the device responsible for detecting and allocating target lists to chemical ejectors that are aimed at these target points as the apparatus is carried through the field or natural environment. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245566 | WATERING SYSTEMS - A method of underground watering utilizes a pouch-like container product made by joining a first sheet having SAP particles adhered to a first surface with a second sheet to form a container partially filled with such particles. The application of pressure, for example by passing the product through a roll nip, facilitates joining of the sheets and causes the particles to break through at least the one of the sheets to create an opening whereby free volume is created to permit the particles to expand when in contact with a liquid. The resultant product is used to collect, store, and dispense water-containing liquids into the soil for watering of agricultural plants, trees, and the like. A composite underground watering element is also included in an embodiment of the invention. The inventive products may also be used as a pad, including a propagation pad, to collect, store, and dispense water-containing-liquids into plant vessels to provide watering of plants. Also included are underground watering of athletic fields and golf course greens, erosion control products and plant root balls having a watering collar. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245567 | PLANT CAGE KIT - A plant cage kit includes a wire grid, a bottom ring, and a top ring. The wire grid has a plurality of first and second spaced-apart wires. Each of the second wires is coupled to each of the first wires to form the wire grid. The first end of each second wire is formed into a loop and the second end of each second wire is formed into a hook. The hook of each second wire engages the loop of the same second wire when the plant cage kit is in the assembled configuration. When the plant cage kit is in the shipping configuration, the plurality of first wires is generally positioned in a first plane such that wire grid has a generally flat shape. The bottom and top rings have a generally U-shaped cross-section portion forming respective channels. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245568 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COMMUNICATING IRRIGATION DATA - Methods and systems control an irrigation system that includes an irrigation controller, and at least one irrigation sensor connected by a communication circuit. A series of addressing pulses is also generated over the communication circuit, which indicate a device identifier of at least one irrigation sensor. The series of addressing pulses activate at least one irrigation sensor having the device identifier indicated by the series of addressing pulses such that the activated irrigation sensor provides a sensor signal indicative of an irrigation condition to the irrigation controller via the communication network. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245569 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SOLAR GREENHOUSE AQUAPONICS AND BLACK SOLDIER FLY COMPOSTER AND AUTO FISH FEEDER - A system, method, and computer program product for an aquaponics, and greenhouse system, including a solar greenhouse insulated on north, east and west sides and with glazing on a south side at an angle to maximize winter sunlight, and housing a fish tank; and a plurality of grow beds coupled to the fish tank. The grow beds each including a geyser pump powered by an air pump to pump water from the fish tank to the grow bed and aerate water of the fish tank, and a bell siphon to drain the water from the grow bed back into the fish tank. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245570 | REVERSE SYNTHESIS OF BREEDING LINES - The invention relates to a method for producing parental lines for a hybrid organism. This method is based on the segregation of individual alleles in the spores produced by a desired plant and/or in the progeny derived from the self-pollination of that desired plant, and on the subsequent identification of suitable progeny plants in one generation, or in a limited number of inbred cycles. The invention further relates to a method for reconstructing a partially heterozygous starting organism. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245571 | GENETIC LOCI ON MAIZE CHROMOSOMES 3 AND 4 THAT ARE ASSOCIATED WITH FUSARIUM EAR MOLD RESISTANCE - The invention relates to methods and compositions for identifying and selecting maize plants with enhanced resistance to | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245572 | WATERMELON VARIETY NUN 05506 WMW - The invention relates to the field of | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245573 | Watermelon Variety NUN 05508 WMW - The invention relates to the field of | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245574 | Watermelon Variety NUN 31311 WMW - The invention relates to the field of | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245575 | VARIETY CORN LINE GAQ2016 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated GAQ2016, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line GAQ2016 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line GAQ2016, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line GAQ2016, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245576 | VARIETY CORN LINE GAV0001 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated GAV0001, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line GAV0001 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line GAV0001, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line GAV0001, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245577 | VARIETY CORN LINE ID3659 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated ID3659, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line ID3659 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line ID3659, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line ID3659, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245578 | VARIETY CORN LINE ID3645 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated ID3645, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line ID3645 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line ID3645, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line ID3645, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245579 | VARIETY CORN LINE HID4731 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HID4731, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HID4731 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HID4731, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HID4731, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245580 | VARIETY CORN LINE HID3464 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HID3464, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HID3464 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HID3464, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HID3464, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245581 | VARIETY CORN LINE HID3634 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HID3634, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HID3634 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HID3634, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HID3634, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245582 | VARIETY CORN LINE HID4488 - The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HID4488, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HID4488 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HID4488, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HID4488, and plants produced according to these methods. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245583 | Tobacco Inbred and Hybrid Plants and Tobacco Products Made Thereof - The present disclosure provides tobacco inbred plants NC174 SRC, CMS NC174 SRC, NC821-11 SRC, NC775 Bmr/Bmr SRC, CMS NC775 Bmr/Bmr SRC, NC645 Bmr/Bmr SRC, and hybrids NC 5 SRC and NC 8 SRC. The present disclosure also provides parts of such plants and cured tobacco and tobacco products made from those parts. The present disclosure also includes progenies of the provided plants including hybrids. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245584 | TOBACCO INBRED AND HYBRID PLANTS AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS MADE THEREOF - The present disclosure provides tobacco inbred plants Banket A1 SRC, CMS Banket A1 SRC, NC 2000 SRC, CMS NC 2000 SRC, NC 2002 SRC, CMS NC 2002 SRC, Burley 21 SRC, and CMS Burley 21 SRC. The present disclosure also provides parts of such plants and cured tobacco and tobacco products made from those parts. The present disclosure also includes progenies of the provided plants including hybrids. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245585 | TOBACCO INBRED AND HYBRID PLANTS AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS MADE THEREOF - The present disclosure provides tobacco inbred plants NC1209-23 SRC, CMS NC1209-23 SRC, DH19 SRC, DH98-325-5 SRC, NC1426-11 SRC, CMS NC1426-11 SRC, and NC1426-17 SRC, and hybrids NC 3 SRC, NC 6 SRC, and NC 4 SRC. The present disclosure also provides parts of such plants, cured tobacco, and tobacco products made from those parts. The present disclosure also includes progenies of the provided plants including hybrids. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245586 | PORTABLE SYSTEM FOR CLEANING TEATS OF A MILK-PRODUCING ANIMAL - The embodiments are directed to a portable system for cleaning teats of a milk producing animal comprising a container holding a disinfectant solution and a hand-held applicator including at least two scrubbing elements wherein the hand-held applicator is in fluid communication with the container. The container is preferably, but not necessarily, supported on an operator. In addition, a power source, a controller and a pump are supported on the operator. The container, power source, controller and pump may be operatively connected to one or more straps on the operator. A motor is in signal communication with the power source and controller to actuate the scrubbing elements as the disinfectant solution is supplied to the hand-held applicator and scrubbing elements to clean the teats of the milk-producing animal. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245587 | UNMANNED CLEANING VEHICLE - The invention relates to an unmanned wheeled vehicle for cleaning the floor of an accommodation of an animal, the vehicle being configured to clean a first floor surface at a first height level, while at least partially being supported on a second floor surface at a second height level, wherein the first height level is higher than the second height level, wherein the vehicle comprises a main body comprising a support side and a cleaning side, and a support device connected to the main body at the support side thereof to at least partially support the main body on the second floor surface, wherein the main body comprises at the cleaning side a contact cleaning device configured to clean the first floor surface by contact with the first floor surface, wherein the vehicle comprises a tilting device to tilt the main body between a tilted position in which the cleaning side of the main body can be moved over the first floor surface without contact between the contact cleaning device and the first floor surface, and a cleaning position, in which the contact cleaning device is in contact with the first floor surface, when the cleaning side is moved over the first floor surface. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245588 | 100% Biodegradable/Compostable Pet Litter System or Kit - The invention provides a 100% biodegradable/compostable pet litter system that is self-contained for proper care, maintenance and disposal of pet waste. The kit is designed to include a false floor system to allow contaminated litter to sift through the floor and away from the pet after each use. The kit contains a design for sealing and transporting along with disposable waste bags and scooper for solid waste removal. The kit contains storage for bags and scooper when not in use. The kit incorporates 100% biodegradable litter such as pine pellets, corn, paper or other biodegradable litter. The kit is manufactured from 100% biodegradable materials such a fiberboard or any material which can breakdown in a landfill in as little as 2 months but no longer than 12 months. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245589 | Animal Litter Box with Open Roof and Sidewall Entrance - A litter box with an open roof formed by inwardly arced gutters and a sidewall entrance is provided. The sidewall entrance also includes an inwardly arced gutter that extends from the bottom edge of the sidewall entrance into the interior space of the litter box. The inwardly arced gutters redirect litter kicked against the walls of the litter box back into the center of the box to prevent litter spilling and tracking. The open roof allows for better ventilation and animal comfort and prevents the litter box from being used as a safety hideout by animals. The sidewall entrance allows easy access to the litter box by animals. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245590 | WASTE SCOOP CONTAINMENT SYSTEM - A containment system to safely store a waste scoop includes: an outer receptacle including a bottom surface, at least one side wall, an opening and a first coupling element; an inner receptacle including a bottom surface and at least one side wall housed within the outer receptacle and including an opening, wherein the inner receptacle is removable from the outer receptacle via the opening of the outer receptacle; a scoop assembly including a scoop, a handle, and a lid, wherein the scoop is housed within the inner receptacle and is removable from the inner receptacle via the opening of the inner receptacle; a compartment including a second coupling element for connecting the compartment to the outer receptacle via the first and second coupling elements; and a third and fourth coupling element to secure a planar surface of the lid to cover the opening of the outer receptacle. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245591 | Spike bite pet protector - The Spike Bite Pet protector is a light weight protective vest worn by your pet with foam pads located in the vulnerable areas of the pets body. The foam pads have a bed of spikes inside them and when an animal attacks the pet the mouth bite from the animal will make contact with the spikes and therefore stops the attack before any serious damage is done to the pet. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245592 | ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - There is provided an animal training system to train an animal to detect a training odour. The animal training system comprises a target ( | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245593 | AUTONOMOUS MOTION DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - An article, forming a toy for a pet or child, includes an enclosure defining a three-dimensional body having an ovoid or spherical shape, an electric motor including a motor body held in place by the enclosure and a drive shaft, and an offset mass element disposed within the enclosure and mechanically coupled with the drive shaft of the electric motor. The article further includes an angular position sensor, an accelerometer sensor, and a control system configured to vary electrical power supplied to the electric motor to drive the drive shaft based, at least in part, on the measurements of angular position of the offset mass element and the angular position of the enclosure to generate rolling motion of the enclosure relative to a surface upon which the enclosure rests. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245594 | Multi-leash handle - A multi-leash handle, capable of securing more than one dog's leash. The handle forms an enclosure, opening to attach or remove the leashes easily, and features a flexible, ergonomic handgrip. In the first exemplary embodiment, the front bar of the handle features a hinged member, which closes with a latch. The front bar is cylindrical, with a smooth surface, and is used to retain the rings at the ends of the leashes. At the other end of each leash is a clip, to be secured to the dog's collar. The handgrip is provided on the rear of the handle. One leash is provided with the handle. Additional leashes in assorted sizes and colors are available separately. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245595 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AND/OR CONTROLLING THE RESOURCE CONSUMPTION OF AN AGRICULTURAL PLANT - The invention relates to a method and a system for monitoring and/or controlling the resource consumption of an agricultural plant for livestock farming and rearing, in particular of a livestock production business. The method according to the invention comprises the following steps: determining agriculture-specific operating parameters of the agricultural plant in a current time interval, wherein the operating parameters contain information on the animal population, structure, and climate determining a resource consumption of at least one consumer least one resource type of the agricultural plant in the current time interval by means of at least one metering device, determining the resource consumption per one or more of the operating parameters, and outputting a signal comprising the resource consumption per one or more of the operating parameters. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245596 | MELANOCORTIN RECEPTOR MUTANT MOUSE AND USES THEREOF - Embodiments disclosed are transgenic mice having mutations in a MC1R and a BRAF gene. Such transgenic mice have high incidences of invasive melanomas. These transgenic mice are useful animal systems and tools for screening test candidates for the treatment of melanoma involving MC1R and BRAF mutations. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245597 | HETEROZYGOUS MOUSE WITH AN INACTIVATED BRD1 ALLELE AND USES IN PSYCHIATRY - The present invention encompasses genetically modified non-human mammals comprising a genetic modification that inhibits and/or reduces BRD1 activity in one or more tissue or cell, methods of producing the same, methods and uses for identifying compounds for treating a mental disorder and pharmaceutical formulations of said compounds. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245598 | Genetically Modified Major Histocompatibility Complex Animals - The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express a humanized MHC II protein (humanized MHC II α and β polypeptides), as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the same. Also provided are constructs for making said genetically modified animals and methods of making the same. Methods of using the genetically modified animals to study various aspects of human immune system are provided. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245599 | FISHING ROD WITH REEL RETRIEVER - A fishing rod with reel retriever comprising a fishing rod, where the fishing rod includes a handle, a ferrule extending from an end of the handle, and an eye at an end of the ferrule opposite to the handle, where the eye guides a line along the ferrule; and a reel retriever coupled to the handle of the fishing rod, where the reel retriever includes, a spool around which the line is wrapped, a hand crank incorporated into the spool, where the hand crank drives the spool, and a guide at a front portion of the reel retriever, where the guide directs the line into the spool to prevent tangles and knots. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245600 | Fishing Sinker - This invention relates to the process of creating a fishing line sinker using a recycled firearm ammunition shell casing. The firearm ammunition shell casing is obtained after the bullet has been fired from it. The shell casing then undergoes a process to make it capable of serving as a fishing sinker. The shell casing is made out of non-toxic brass, steel or any other rigid metal, making it a safe, non-toxic alternative as a fishing sinker. The recycled ammunition shell sinker provides an environmentally friendly means of adding weight to the casting line. Fishermen will appreciate the sinker's cylindrical design which allows for ease of attachment, unimpeded casting, fewer line tangles, and little chance of snags. The polished brass of the recycled shell casing additionally serves to attract fish and increase the fishermen's chance of landing a successful catch. The entire process of creating the sinker does not involve the use of any new materials. This low cost means of creating a non toxic sinker will allow it to replace the inexpensive but dangerous lead sinkers on the market today. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245601 | LIGHTNING STRIKE FISHING POLE HOOK SETTER - Disclosed embodiments include a hook setting apparatus having a base, a rod holder block rotatable about a shaft in communication with the base, a rod holder tube connected to the rod holder block, a trigger rod movably mounted in the base and connected to the rod holder block, and selectively contactable with a trigger block, a trigger trip rod connected to the trigger block, and movement of the trigger trip rod imparts motion to the trigger block and releases the selective contact between the trigger block and the trigger rod and causes the rod holder block to rotate about the shaft. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245602 | BOOT FOR HOOVES - A boot for hooves includes a sole having an external ground contact surface the shape of the underside of a hoof, extending in the longitudinal direction between toe and heel portions. A first strap is anchored in the sole and runs from one side of the hoof boot to the other, across the front side of the hoof in the mounted position. A second strap is anchored in the sole and runs from one side of the hoof boot to the other, above the back side of the hoof in the mounted position, so the first and second straps extend in directions intersecting each other on each side of the hoof boot. The second strap extends from the sole in such a direction that it is adapted to run on the back side of the leg above the hoof. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245603 | ANIMAL TRAP WITH SIMPLIFIED, HIGH SPEED OPERATION - A live animal trap with improvements to ease of use, reliability and cost is disclosed. A simple repeatable one-hand set action lifts a front entry door. A hold-close assembly trips to secure the front door without sliding motions. A low friction latch and trip links thereto provide consistent set action resistant to shaking and undesired trip. A rear door is fitted next to a bait location to allow near vertical access for bait placement and unattended, unobstructed release. A changeable torque arm provides adjustable trip force. A trip tray is spaced above a floor to require a small set-up motion to access the bait and further ensure trip. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245604 | Electrified Bird Repellent Track - An animal deterring device has a carrier with a first conductive trace that is separated from a second conductive trace. The carrier has a bottom with a first glue trough disposed beneath the first conductive trace. The first conductive trace is coupled to the carrier by a first fastener that extends from the first glue trough to the first conductive trace. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245605 | Multiple Position Handle - An apparatus for dragging heavy loads includes a structural body, a first rope hole, a handle hole, and a first set of finger notches. The first rope hole traverses through the structural body allowing a user to attach a rope. The user holds the apparatus by inserting the hand into the handle hole. Once the hand is inserted into the handle hole the fingers of the user rest within the first set of finger notches. A left wing and a right wing are adjacently connected to the structural body. A second set of finger notches are integrated into a distal longitudinal lateral surface of the left wing for a second user. Likewise, a third set of finger notches are integrated into a distal longitudinal lateral surface of the right wing for a third user. A second rope hole and a third rope hole provide multiple attachment points. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245606 | EFFERVESCENT TABLET FOR SPRAY DRIFT REDUCTION AND METHOD OF USE - A liquid spray additive composition comprising: 5 to 15 wt % of spray drift retardant having particle size of less than 150 micron, and an effervescent couple comprising 15 to 30 wt % acid, and 30 to 50 wt % alkali, wherein the composition is in the form of a tablet. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245607 | TRANSDERMAL VENOUS ACCESS LOCKING SOLUTIONS - Microbial growth inhibiting solutions and methods of employing the microbial growth inhibiting solutions in flushing and coating medical devices are disclosed. In alternative embodiments, the microbial growth inhibiting solutions include combinations of a chelating agent with a C | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245608 | CHITOOLIGOSACCHARIDES AND METHODS FOR USE IN ENHANCING PLANT GROWTH - Disclosed are methods of enhancing plant growth, comprising treating plant seed or the plant that germinates from the seed with an effective amount of at least one chitooligosaccharide, wherein upon harvesting the plant exhibits at least one of increased plant yield measured in terms of bushels/acre, increased root number, increased root length, increased root mass, increased root volume and increased leaf area, compared to untreated plants or plants harvested from untreated seed. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245609 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PESTS - To provide a method which shows excellent effects in controlling pests in a field of soybean, corn or cotton. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245610 | ACTIVE COMPOUND COMBINATIONS COMPRISING CARBOXAMIDE DERIVATIVES - The present invention relates to active compound combinations, in particular within a composition, which comprises (A) a N-cyclopropyl-N-[substituted-benzyl]-3-(difluoromethyl)-5-fluoro-1-methyl-1H-pyrazole-4-carboxamide or thiocarboxamide derivative of formula (I) and (B) a further herbicidally active compound or (C) a plant growth regulator and/or (D) a safener for reducing phytotoxic actions of agrochemicals. Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and not at least to the treated seed. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245611 | ACTIVE INGREDIENT FOR CONTROLLING TRUE SPIDER MITES - The present invention relates to novel uses of the compound of the formula (I) for controlling pests/spider mites from the order of Acari. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245612 | ACTIVE INGREDIENT FOR CONTROLLING SPIDER MITES - The present invention relates to novel uses of the compound of the formula (I) for controlling pests/spider mites from the order of Acari. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245613 | PLANT DISEASE CONTROLLING AGENT, PLANT DISEASE CONTROLLING METHOD, AND PLANT DISEASE CONTROLLING PRODUCT - The present invention provides a plant disease controlling agent, which is low in active ingredient content. A plant disease controlling agent of the present invention contains, as active ingredients, (i) a triazole compound represented by general formula (I) and (ii) fluxapyroxad, wherein X represents a chlorine atom or a fluorine atom. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245614 | PLANT GROWTH ACCELERATOR - A plant growth accelerator or an agent for growing vigourous seedlings, which comprises a compound represented by formula (1) as an active ingredient: | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245615 | 3-PHENYLISOXAZOLIN DERIVATIVES WITH HERBICIDAL ACTION - 3-Phenylisoxazoline derivatives of the formula (I), and the use thereof as herbicides, are described. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245616 | HERBICIDAL AND FUNGICIDAL 5-OXY-SUBSTITUTED 3-PHENYLISOXAZOLINE-5-CARBOXAMIDES AND 5-OXY-SUBSTITUTED 3-PHENYLISOXAZOLINE-5-THIOAMIDES - Herbicidally and fungicidally active 5-oxy-substituted 3-phenylisoxazoline-5-carboxamides and 5-oxy-substituted 3-phenylisoxazoline-5-thioamides of the formula (I) are described. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245617 | Titanium Dioxide Photocatalytic Compositions and Uses Thereof - Provided is a photocatalytic composition comprising zinc (Zn) doped titanium dioxide (TiO | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245618 | Antimicrobial Compositions Comprising Surface Functionalized Particles and Uses Thereof - Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain surface functionalized particles comprising a copper salt which has low water solubility. The compositions may be added to the articles of manufacture to provide antimicrobial properties. The articles of manufacture include liquid and solid products. These liquids or solids include dispersions, creams, gels, coatings and any thermoplastic or thermosetting, polymer components. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245619 | Bioactive Acid Agrichemical Compositions and Use Thereof - Seeds having applied to their surface a bioactive agrichemical composition comprising metal-acid solutions for protecting the seed from the adverse action of microorganisms. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245620 | PLANT EXTRACTS COMPRISING AT LEAST A PHENOLIC COMPOUND, FOR INDUCING THE NATURAL DEFENCE OF A PLANT AGAINST A PATHOGEN, SUCH AS PHYTOPHTHORA INFESTANS - A sugar beet extract (SBE) induced defense in potato plants under green-house conditions and in field trial, without apparent toxicity for the plant. Treatment with SBE resulted in significant reduction of the size of | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245621 | HEADGEAR LINERS AND DISPOSABLE HEADGEAR LINERS - Headgear liners are described that may be inserted into headgear prior to storage to remove moisture, deodorize, control odor, prevent fungus, and discourage insects, rodents and other pests from entering or remaining inside the helmet. The headgear liner may comprise a central portion and a plurality of petals extending from the central portion so the headgear liner may conform to that interior cavity of the headgear. In some embodiments, the headgear liner comprises of a nonwoven material with at least one essential oil impregnated into the non-woven material, wherein the essential oil provides beneficial properties to the liner. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245622 | HOT AIR RACK OVEN - Rack oven for baking good on a rack inside an oven chamber, wherein the oven chamber wall has one or more curved portions which are curved around a substantially vertical axis and the total angle subtended by the one or more curved portions is more than 80° and less than 300° of the perimeter of the chamber. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245623 | BYPASS CIRCUIT AND WIPE TECHNIQUE FOR CONTACTOR USED TO OPERATE SOLID STATE RELAYS THAT CONTROL HEATING ELEMENTS - A control circuit for a cooking oven. The control circuit includes a contactor. The contactor has at least one contact and at least one coil. A relay (such as a solid-state relay) is in series connection with the contactor. A heating element is controlled by the relay and is in series connection with the relay and the contactor. The controller also includes a controller. The controller is configured to bypass the relay and to control power to the at least one coil. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245624 | ORBITAL MECHANISM FOR PIZZA OVENS - An orbital mechanism for pizza ovens may include a mechanism in which the highlights are the set of refractory dishes supported directly by bases which orbit on the opposite direction of the central axis of the reduction set when the sprockets come in contact with the fixed central rack, thus enabling an uniform, paced and highly productive baking of pizzas. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245625 | APPARATUS FOR FEEDING PASTA SHEET INTO A PASTA-MAKING MACHINE - An apparatus for feeding pasta sheet into a pasta-making machine, including feed means for feeding a strip of pasta sheet along a predetermined path, and a punching device designed to operate on the strip in the stop condition so as to punch it and obtain from it out pieces of pasta sheet intended to be wrapped around respective portions of filling, thereby producing respective pieces of filled pasta, the apparatus includes a speed variator device for the feed speed of the strip, interposed between the feed means and the punching device for causing, during each machine cycle of the apparatus, a variation in the speed of a branch of the strip positioned at the punching device which, in combination with the speed at which the strip is supplied by the feed means, stops the branch of the strip. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245626 | WHOLE GRAIN PRETZEL PRODUCT - A baked food product comprising a layered assembly and methods of making the baked food product are disclosed. The layered assembly comprises a top whole grain layer and a bottom whole grain layer. Each whole grain layer comprises a plurality of shredded whole grain strands. The assembly includes a first exterior surface defined by the top whole grain layer and a second exterior surface defined by the bottom whole grain layer. One or more of the exterior surfaces of the assembly is treated with a salt solution and the treated surface comprises a nonenzymatic browning portion formed by a Maillard reaction during baking of the product. The layered assembly can include one or more middle whole grain layers and can be in a biscuit form. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245627 | Apparatus for Filling Tubular Casings - Apparatus for filling tubular casings with a pasty material, in particular gathered-together sausage cases with sausagemeat. The apparatus includes at least one filling tube which is drivable and rotatable about its longitudinal axis and onto which a casing which can be filled with a material can be drawn, wherein an end of the filling tube is rotatably moveably mounted to a receiving portion and associated with the opposite open end is a sausage case braking unit which can be brought into operative relationship with a casing which has been drawn over the filling tube. Arranged on the receiving portion is a support device which has a support element for the filling tube, that is arranged at a spacing (x) relative to the receiving portion in the longitudinal direction of the filling tube, wherein the support element is adapted to carry transverse forces acting on the filling tube. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245628 | METHOD AND AN APPARATUS FOR SUSPENDING BIRDS FROM AN OVERHEAD CONVEYOR - A method for suspending birds from an overhead conveyor, comprises the following sequence of steps: A) each bird is arranged in a holder with its legs and/or feet projecting from a first opening therein and its neck at a neck end, B) orientation of the feet is determined, C) the bird is rotated about an axis of rotation extending between the first opening and the neck end until a predetermined orientation of the legs and/or feet is reached, and D) the feet or legs of the bird are arranged in a shackle on the conveyor. The rotation may be achieved either by rotation the holder or by rotating the bird in the holder. In an apparatus according to the invention a monitoring station and a rotation station is provided for performing steps B) and C). The holders are preferably open-ended with a second opening at the neck end. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245629 | HOT ETHANOL EXTRACTION OF LIPIDS FROM PLANT OR ANIMAL MATERIALS - The present invention relates to a process for the production of a fat rich and a fat lean product from a plant or animal starting material, comprising the steps of:
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| 20150245630 | APPARATUS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF FROZEN CONFECTIONS - A roller having a multiplicity of open moulding cavities on its surface, the roller being hollow with its cavity being partially filled with liquid nitrogen, characterised in that: A vacuum insulation compartment is located on each side of the roller. The vacuum insulation compartment, in radial cross section, presenting an outside generally plane and circular wall in the form of an annular disc, joint to a roller side wall by two portions having: a general sigmoid cross section for the portion at the peripheral part of the vacuum panel; a general sigmoid cross section for the portion at the central part of the vacuum panel. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245631 | S'more Cups - An Easier Way To Make S'mores - Making a traditional s'more requires balance, dexterity, and often multiple people. The present invention allows for a much easier creation of a s'more, by shaping the graham cracker and chocolate into a cup (or similar structure), with a hole in the bottom, so that the graham cracker and chocolate can rest over a dowel or other utensil, keeping it in place while the marshmallow is roasted. This new design dramatically increases the ease of creating a s'more. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245632 | PRINTED CHOCOLATE STRUCTURES - A method for printing a three-dimensional crystalline structure such as a chocolate layer wherein, after printing, the material has a desired crystal structure and a plurality of non-random cavities. An embodiment can include printing a liquid first layer of material with a printer onto a second layer of material having a crystal structure. Subsequently, the printed liquid first layer is processed to solidify the first layer. During the processing of the printed liquid first layer, the second layer functions as a crystal seed layer through physical contact with the printed liquid first layer and the second layer crystallizes with the crystal structure. In some embodiments, confections may be formed from high-quality chocolate, where the confection has a reduced caloric content with acceptable mouthfeel. In other embodiments, a confection may have a previously unrealized mouthfeel and taste. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245633 | Method and Device for Producing Strip-Shaped Objects, in Particular Sticks of Chewing Gum - The invention relates to a method and device for producing individual strip-shaped objects (strip S), in particular objects that are suitable for consumption, in particular sticks of chewing gum, said method and device having the following method steps and features; supplying substantially rectangular sheets (P), trots which the strip-shaped objects (S) are to be formed, wherein the length of the shorter sides of the sheets (P) corresponds substantially to the length of a strip-shaped object (S) to be formed, and wherein several grooves (R) which extend parallel to one another are arranged at identical spacings in the sheets (P) substantially parallel to the shorter sides of the sheets (P), wherein the spacing between two adjacently arranged grooves (R) in each case corresponds substantially to the width of a strip (S) to be formed; and forming the individual strips (S) from the sheets (P) which are supplied individually consecutively in their longitudinal direction. In this case, the step of forming the individual strips (S) includes in particular the following method steps and features: separating in each case an individual strip (S) from the sheet (P) along the frontmost groove (R) in each case at its front end in the conveying direction; forming a predetermined spacing between the individual consecutive separated strips (S) in the conveying direction for a subsequent onward conveying of the formed strips (S); detecting an actual position of each individual separated strip (S) in the conveying direction during the separation of the strips (S) from the sheet (P); and correcting the position of the individual separated strips (S) in the conveying direction if the detected actual position of the strip (S) does not correspond to a position which matches the predetermined spacing between the individual consecutive strips (S) for a subsequent onward conveying of the formed strips (S). | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245634 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MAKING LIQUID OR SEMI-LIQUID FOOD PRODUCTS - A machine for making liquid or semi-liquid food products includes a plurality of first containers containing a liquid or semi-liquid basic mixture and having a deformable wall, such that the space occupied by each first container depends on a quantity of basic mixture in the first container. A rigid second container forming a processing chamber for the basic mixture includes a mixer and mechanism for thermal treatment to convert the basic mixture into a liquid or semi-liquid product. A sensor providing a signal representing the quantity of basic mixture at least in one of the first containers is operatively connected to the second container. A command and control unit is connected to the sensor to receive the signal and configured to infer, based on the signal, a condition of absence of mixture in one of the first containers connected to the second container. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245635 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A FROZEN CONFECTIONARY PRODUCT - The invention relates to apparatus and method of making a frozen confectionary product such as ice cream or sorbet in which a confectionary mix is churned in a vessel whilst a liquid gas such as liquid nitrogen is added. Existing churning apparatus moves a stirrer through the ice cream mix in an epicyclical motion. This tends to splash liquid nitrogen so that it evaporates without contributing to the freezing of the ice cream. In the improved mixing method, the stirrer is repeatedly drawn against the inside wall(s) of the vessel. This reduces splashing of the liquid nitrogen. The drawing action also removes build up of frozen confectionary product on both the stirrer and the vessel walls and allows unfrozen confectionary mix to move to the edges of the vessel and be preferentially frozen. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245636 | Frozen Beverage Preparation Method and Device - A machine and method that creates an icy slurry or frozen preparation by cradling, rotating, and stirring a liquid within a container; possibly within a beverage's original, disposable container; and possibly with the assistance of internal rib structures or a disposable stirring blade attached to the cap threads of the original, disposable container. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245637 | AUTOMATIC MACHINE FOR PRODUCTION AND DISPENSING OF SOFT ICE-CREAM - An automatic machine for production and dispensing of soft ice-cream is disclosed, comprising a work top with longitudinal direction (y-y), a back side for operators in charge of ice-cream dispensing and a front side for customers. The automatic machine also has a plurality of refrigerated tanks connected to whipping cylinders with spiral configuration, having longitudinal axis (x-x) lying on a vertical plane parallel to said longitudinal direction (y-y) of the work top. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245638 | FROZEN CONFECTION PRODUCT AND A METHOD OF PREPARING SUCH - The present invention relates to a frozen confection product comprising glucono-delta-lactone. The present invention also relates to a method of producing a frozen confection product by adding glucono-delta-lactone to an ingredient mix and then homogenize, pasteurize, and freeze the mix. Preferably the method includes a post pasteurization acidification step. Preferably the method uses a standard freezing step followed by low temperature freezing. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245639 | PET FOOD AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING PET FOOD - The present description relates to a method of manufacturing a pet food including adding a first oil or fat to food granules prepared by granulating a mixture of ingredients, subsequently baking the food granules, and then adding a second oil or fat. The food granules contain a reducing sugar prior to baking. The amount added of the first oil or fat represents 0.5 to 8.0% by weight of the total weight of a combination of the mixture, the first oil or fat and the second oil or fat. The combined amount added of the first oil or fat and the second oil or fat represents 5.0 to 13.0% by weight of the total weight. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245640 | Enzyme Granules - The present application relates to a steam treated pelletized feed composition comprising a granule comprising a core and a coating wherein the core comprises an active compound and the coating comprises a salt. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245641 | SUBSTITUTED BUTANOL DERIVATIVES AND THEIR USE AS FRAGRANCE AND FLAVOR MATERIALS - The present invention is related to substituted butanol derivatives of the formula: | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245642 | METHOD OF IMPROVING STABILITY OF SWEET ENHANCER AND COMPOSITION CONTAINING STABILIZED SWEET ENHANCER - The present invention includes methods of stabilizing one or more sweet enhancers when they are exposed to a light source as well as liquid compositions containing one or more sweet enhancers and one or more photostabilizers. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245643 | COMBINATION OF COOKING AND SMOKING - The present invention relates to an oven comprising: a first chamber ( | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245644 | COMPOSITION OF NUTRIENTS AND BIOACTIVE SUBSTANCES WHICH PROMOTE GROWTH AND REDUCE INTOLERANCE AND SIDE EFFECTS IN PREMATURE INFANTS - The present disclosure is related to the obtaining of a nutritional formula for the feeding of preterm born infants. The formula comprises a mixture of casein; whey milk protein; alphalactalbumin; beta casein A2 protein, lactose; palmitic acid in beta position; non digestible oligosaccharides; long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC PUFAS); nucleotides; vitamins and minerals; inositol, choline, taurine and carnitine in concentrations sufficient enough to satisfy nutritional requirements of premature children, besides being better-tolerated. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245645 | PRODUCTION OF ENRICHED PRODUCTS - The present disclosure provides methods for the production of enriched substances that can be used in the preparation of enriched food products, dietary supplements, medical foods, cosmetic products or pharmaceutical agents. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245646 | RECONSTITUTABLE AND WATER SOLUBLE CHIA PRODUCT AND RELATED METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A method provides a reconstitutable and water soluble free flowing powder product that includes non-mucilaginous, non-oily free flowing chia grains having a size of between approximately 80 and 90 microns, a PH range of between 6.5 and 7.5, 3% average moisture, and a centipoise of between approximately 1,000 and 1,500 cp with 50% water solution. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245647 | DRINKING FORMULATIONS WHICH ARE VEGETABLE BASED AND FRUIT BASED - The present invention provides novel drinking formulations, including a drinking vegetable formulation having the following ingredients: dried sweet potato puree in the range of 9 to 17 grams per drink; dried carrot juice in the range of 6 to 10 grams per drink; dried pure maple syrup in the range of 5.60 to 9.60 grams per drink; cane sugar in the range of 3.00 to 7.00 grams per drink; and dried natural flavoring in the range of 1.50 to 5.0 grams per drink, plus other ingredients. The invention also provides a drinking fruit formulation having the following ingredients: dried strawberry puree in the range of 10.0 to 21.0 grams per drink; dried pure maple syrup in the range of 8.0 to 9.9 grams per drink; cane sugar in the range of 3.0 to 7.0 grams per drink; and dried natural flavoring in the range of 1.2 to 3.25 grams per drink, plus other ingredients. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245648 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A HIGH VOLTAGE PULSED ELECTRIC FIELD TO A FLUID - The invention provides a device for applying a pulsed high voltage electric field (PEF) treatment to a (laminar) fluid flow, said device comprising a chamber comprising an inlet with an inlet cross sectional area, an outlet, a treatment zone, and at least a first and a second electrode positioned for providing an axialelectric field in said treatment zone, wherein the cross sectional area of the treatment zone is at least as large as the cross sectional area of the inlet. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245649 | BEVERAGE CONTAINING AQUEOUS MEDIUM EXTRACT OF HOP SUBJCTED TO OXIDATION TREATMENT - The invention is related to a beverage having an improved flavor. More precisely, it is related to a beverage having an improved flavor, comprising an aqueous medium extract of a hop having been subjected to an oxidation treatment. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245650 | Consumables - Disclosed are sweetened consumables and methods of forming said sweetened consumables that comprise certain sweeteners and at least one sweetness enhancer in a concentration near its sweetness detection threshold. The sweeteners include sucrose, fructose, glucose, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, xylose, arabinose, rhamnose, erythritol, xylitol, mannitol, sorbitol, inositol, acesulfame potassium, aspartame, neotame, sucralose, saccharine, or combinations thereof. The sweetness enhancer is selected from naringin dihydrochalcone, mogroside V, swingle extract, rubusoside, rubus extract, rebaudioside, and stevioside. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245651 | JUICE EXTRACTOR - The present invention relates to a juice extractor. In order to provide an improved pulp handling, a juice extractor ( | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245652 | System for Processing Primary Food Product Waste Into Secondary Food Product - A system for producing secondary food product from primary food product waste is disclosed that comprises several modular subsections: a staging subsystem, a processing subsystem, a drying subsystem, and a pelletization subsystem. Each subsystem, and the connections between subsystems, are sealed such that the food product being processed is isolated from the general environment. Product is dried by the dryer in such a way that it emerges from the dryer at a desired moisture content level and at ambient temperature. A moisture sensor may provide control data to a controller that in turn controls product throughput to obtain a desired moisture content level. High nutritional content and long lifespan of the processed product can be maintained, while reducing the weight of the final product. One or more of the subsystems may be portable and configured for convenient connection and disconnection to mating subsystems, and to facilitate permitting for portable operation. | 2015-09-03 |
| 20150245653 | SMOKING ARTICLE - A smoking article, a smoking article assembly, a blank for forming a smoking article, and a method of manufacturing a smoking article A smoking article comprising one or more rod articles, an inner layer extending around the rod articles, and an outer layer extending around the inner layer. The inner and outer layers are integrally formed. The outer layer comprises a selection portion configured to move over an underlying part of the inner layer to select a property of the smoking article. | 2015-09-03 |
