43rd week of 2009 patent applcation highlights part 6 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20090260622 | SOLAR STEAM GENERATOR HAVING A STANDBY HEAT SUPPLY SYSTEM - A standby heat supply system is provided for a solar receiver steam generator to maintain the system at a relatively constant temperature during the nocturnal period when solar radiation is unavailable. An exemplary solar steam generator having a standby heat supply system includes a steam loop having at least one solar panel, a steam drum and circulating pump, whereby solar energy heats the water to generate steam which is provided to the steam drum. The standby heat supply system includes an external standby heater wherein the water from the steam drum is provided to the external standby heater. A heat isolation valve is actuated during the nocturnal period to allow the water to circulate through the standby heater. Another exemplary embodiment of a solar steam generator includes an internal standby heat supply system having heater elements immersed in the steam drum for direct heating of the water during nocturnal periods. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260623 | Aeorosolization apparatus with air inlet shield - An aerosolization apparatus comprises a housing defining a chamber having a plurality of air inlets. The chamber contains an aersolizable pharmaceutical formulation or is sized to receive a receptacle which contains an aerosolizable pharmaceutical formulation. A shield covers at least one of the air inlets or a portion of at least one of the air inlets. The shield prevents blockage of the air inlet by a user grasping the apparatus and inadvertently covering the air inlet. An end section is associated with the housing. The end section is sized and shaped to be received in a user's mouth or nose so that the user may inhale through the end section to inhale aerosolized pharmaceutical formulation that has exited the receptacle. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260624 | LIQUID EJECTION HEAD AND LIQUID EJECTION HEAD CARTRIDGE - A liquid ejection head to be used for an inhaler ejecting a liquid and making a user inhale the liquid includes: an ejection element having a liquid feeding opening, electrothermal transducer rows that are arrayed on both sides thereof respectively so as to sandwich the liquid feeding opening and are formed of a plurality of electrothermal transducers, and ejection nozzles for ejecting the liquid being provided on parts opposing to the electrothermal transducers respectively; and an external connecting terminal member for applying an electrical signal to the plurality of the electrothermal transducers, wherein, the external connecting terminal member is arranged so that a width direction in one end of its longitudinal direction matches with a direction of the electrothermal transducer rows and has a region for external connecting terminal on the other end of the longitudinal direction. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260625 | METHODS, SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR IMPROVING VENTILATION IN A LUNG AREA - Methods, systems and devices are described for new modes of ventilation in which specific lung areas are ventilated with an indwelling trans-tracheobronchial catheter for the purpose of improving ventilation and reducing hyperinflation in that specific lung area, and for redistributing inspired air to other healthier lung areas, for treating respiratory disorders such as COPD, ARDS, SARS, CF, and TB. Trans-Tracheobronchial Segmental Ventilation (TTSV) is performed on either a naturally breathing or a mechanical ventilated patient by placing a uniquely configured indwelling catheter into a bronchus of a poorly ventilated specific lung area and providing direct ventilation to that area. The catheter can be left in place for extended periods without clinician attendance or vigilance. Ventilation includes delivery of respiratory gases, therapeutic gases or agents and evacuation of stagnant gases, mixed gases or waste fluids. Typically the catheter's distal tip is anchored without occluding the bronchus but optionally may intermittently or continuously occlude the bronchus. TTSV is optionally performed by insufflation only of the area, or by application of vacuum to the area, can include elevating or reducing the pressure in the targeted area to facilitate stagnant gas removal, or can include blocking the area to divert inspired gas to better functioning areas. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260626 | Inhaler for Powdery, Especially Medical Substances - The invention relates to an inhaler ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260627 | LIQUID ANESTHETIC CONTAINER AND DELIVERY SYSTEM - A device for containing a volatile anesthetic and an anesthetic agent delivery system. The device may include a bottle closure, which may be attached to an anesthetic bottle until it is time for the anesthetic to be transferred to a vaporizer. A membrane may be used to seal the opening in order to prevent the anesthetic from leaving the reservoir until it is desired to fill the vaporizer. In order to protect the membrane a cap and a cap support may be placed on the reservoir so as to cover the membrane. The container may further include a connecting surface on the cap support or the reservoir, the connecting surface being connectable to a vaporizer. The system includes a vaporizer having a side slotted tube needle that is able to pierce the membrane and through which the liquid anesthetic agent and/or vapor may pass from the reservoir to the vaporizer. A method for transferring a liquid anesthetic from a container to a vaporizer. The method includes connecting a container which holds a liquid anesthetic to a vaporizer, and piercing a membrane of the container with a slotted needle of the vaporizer. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260628 | MULTIPURPOSE THERAPEUTIC FACE MASK - A therapeutic face mask comprises a face-engaging portion and a single connector having a mask-engaging end and a single treatment-receiving end which has a single attachment mounting for detachably sealingly receiving a treatment attachment, such as an oxygen reservoir bag or a nebulizer. A one-way inhalation valve in the connector permits fluid flow from the treatment-receiving end to the mask-engaging end during inhalation and inhibits fluid flow in the other direction. The mask also includes a valve-governed exhalation port and an anti-asphyxia valve assembly configured to permit fluid flow from ambient to the face-engaging portion during inhalation only when inspiratory effort during inhalation exceeds fluid flow to the treatment-receiving end of the connector. Also provided is an oxygen reservoir bag having a neck shaped for removable coupling to a mating connector of a therapeutic face mask. An oxygen reservoir bag may have a metered-dose inhaler port defined in its neck. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260629 | CONNECTOR - A connector includes a main conduit and a gas conduit. The main conduit includes an inlet portion and an outlet portion that form a passage for supply of a first gas in a forward direction. The inlet portion is adapted to receive a supply of the first gas and deliver the first gas to the outlet portion. The gas conduit has a first end and a second end that form a second passage for supply of a second gas. The first end of the gas conduit is adapted to connect to a second gas supply, and the second end is adjacent the outlet portion of the main conduit and delivers the second gas into the main conduit such that the second gas is directed to flow in a forward direction. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260630 | Sleep inducing apparatus for CPAP machine - A continuous positive airway pressure (“CPAP”) machine has an electrically driven air pump, an air hose coupled to the air pump, and a air mask coupled to the air hose and adapted to be applied to a head of a patient to supply a stream of air to breathing passages of said patient while the patient is sleeping. A device, attached to said machine, is provided for inducing sleep in said patient. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260631 | RESPIRATORY GAS SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR AN AIRCRAFT CARRYING PASSENGERS - The invention relates to a respiratory gas supply circuit for an aircraft carrying passengers, comprising a pressurized source of respiratory gas (R | 2009-10-22 |
20090260632 | Endotracheal Tube - A medical device comprises a tube to be inserted into a patient. The tube has a proximal end and a distal end and provides a first fluid into the patient's body from a fluid source via a lumen. The device includes a suction port on the tube which is configured to remove a second fluid from within the patient's body via a suction lumen. The device includes an inflatable cuff that is coupled to the outer surface of the tube. The cuff is positioned adjacent to the suction port and maintains the suction port a distance away from patient tissue. In an embodiment, the cuff is cylindrical and has an inner surface which extends from the proximal side toward the distal side, wherein the inner surface is tapered such that a diameter of the inner surface with respect to the tube decreases from the proximal side toward the distal side. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260633 | Selectively transparent phototherapy shades - Eye shades to reduce phototherapy light exposure to the eyes of a jaundiced person during a phototherapy session are provided. The shades includes a flexible and soft frame that can be placed against the face of a jaundiced person. At least one light-absorbing filter capable of filtering phototherapy light to both eyes of the person is affixed to the frame. The light-absorbing filter is a light intensity reduction filter of the blue-to-yellow light or the blue light from the phototherapy light. Advantages of the phototherapy shades presented herein exist due to the ability of patients to see their surroundings during phototherapy and caregivers to observe newborn's state of alertness. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260634 | Combination chin protector and mouth guard - The combination chin protector and mouth guard provides a device for protecting both the user's teeth and chin. The device is particularly adapted for use in combination with a motorcycle or motocross helmet, for example. The combination chin protector and mouth guard includes a chin protector having opposed front and rear faces, and a mouth guard, adapted for insertion into the mouth of the user, having a front face adapted for positioning against the lips of the user and at least one substantially U-shaped recess being formed in the mouth guard to receive and protect the user's teeth. A support having opposed upper and lower ends is further provided, with the upper end thereof being secured to the mouth guard, and the lower end thereof being secured to the chin protector in order to tether the mouth guard to the chin protector. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260635 | Fragrance masks - A specially designed face mask is provided which provides an impenetrable barrier between the wearer and noxious odors. Manufactured of any suitable material, such as durable, disposable paper, fabric, woven or felted material, for example, the fragrance face mask of the present invention is essentially rectangular in shape. The mask provides fragrance to block unwanted odors alone or in combination with anti-bacterial, anti-microbial or anti-fungal agents. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260636 | FIXATION DEVICE - This invention relates to a fixation device for immobilizing a head of a patient relative a treatment unit or medical device during treatment of the head. The fixation device is provided with an interface unit adapted to be fixated in relation to an adaptor unit for connection to the treatment unit, or to a frame for connection to the medical device. Furthermore, the fixation device is further provided with a sliding plate being slidable in relation to said interface unit in an xz-plane of a coordinate system. The system is a Cartesian coordinate system defined by three orthogonal axis having an x-axis extending in the medial-lateral direction of the patient, an y-axis extending in the anterior-posterior direction, and a z-axis extending in the cranial-caudal direction. The fixation device is further provided with a plate locking means for locking said sliding plate in relation to said interface unit, a bite-block for being inserted into a mouth of the patient, a linking means for linking said bite-block with said sliding plate, at least one pivot point arranged such that the bite-block is movable at least in a plane orthogonal to the xz-plane; and a link locking means for locking said at least one pivot point in a desired position in relation to said linking means so as to fixate the bite-block to the interface unit. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260637 | SUPPORT STRUCTURE - The present invention relates generally to a support structure for fixating a patient to a treatment unit, and especially to a support structure for fixating the patient to a cardiopulmonary resuscitation unit. An embodiment of the support structure ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260638 | RESTRAINT MITT - A thumbless mitt | 2009-10-22 |
20090260639 | Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Sores Using Inflatable Devices - An inflatable device to be positioned between a body portion and an underlying surface includes one or more inflatable cells. In some embodiments, the inflatable device also includes a dressing, attached to the one or more inflatable cells, to be secured to a patient's skin. In some embodiments, the inflatable device also includes an adhesive to secure the one or more inflatable cells to a patient's skin. The inflatable device is secured to the body portion, coupled to a pump, and repeatedly inflated and deflated. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260640 | Unit and a method for wrapping tobacco products - Tobacco products are wrapped by a unit equipped with a rotating drum carrying a set of holder mechanisms around the periphery, each rotatable about an axis parallel to the axis of the drum, by which single products are supported and carried through an assembly station together with leaves of wrapping material received from a vacuum roller turning on an axis parallel to the axis of the drum; the vacuum roller revolves tangentially to the drum at the assembly station and comprises a system by which each leaf is transferred to a gripper associated with the support mechanism. The transfer system is timed to operate in a situation of substantially zero relative peripheral velocity between the support mechanism and the vacuum roller. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260641 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR VAPORIZATION OF A SUBSTANCE - A smoking device for generating and releasing smoking vapor free from contamination into the mouth of a user comprising a mouthpiece for providing vapor for inhalation to a user including a tubular casing containing a heater for heating a smoking substance at a substantially constant low temperature by regulating the flow of fuel by a thermal regulator and further having means for visual indication of the operation of the device. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260642 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR VAPORIZATION OF A SUBSTANCE - A smoking device for generating and releasing smoking vapor free from contamination into the mouth of a user comprising a mouthpiece for providing vapor for inhalation to a user including a tubular casing containing a heater for heating a smoking substance at a substantially constant low temperature by regulating the flow of fuel by a thermal regulator and further having means for visual indication of the operation of the device. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260643 | FILTER MAKING APPARATUS - The invention concerns a filter making apparatus comprising: a filter material converging device, a flavor element positioning device comprising a passage element, the passage element comprising a passageway, a first inlet, a second inlet, and an outlet, the first inlet and second inlet being in fluid communication with the passageway, wherein the first inlet is adapted to pass a continuous strand of material into the passage element, wherein the second inlet is adapted to pass fluid into the passage element, and wherein the outlet is positioned at a point downstream from at least a portion of the filter material converging device, wherein the passage element is adapted to pass through the second inlet and into the filter material either the continuous strand of material from the first inlet, or fluid from the second inlet, or the continuous strand of material from the first inlet together with fluid from the second inlet. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260644 | PROCESS FOR PREPARING A TOBACCO BLEND - In a process for preparing a tobacco blend, at least two different types of tobacco are thermally treated and blended so as to form the tobacco blend. Thermal treatment as well as blending of the different types of tobacco is performed by introducing the different types of tobacco into a combined thermal treating and blending unit, where thermally treating as well as blending of the at least two different types of tobacco is performed. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260645 | METHOD FOR NEUTRALIZATION, ADSORPTION, AND ABSORPTION OF HAZARDOUS OR OTHERWISE UNDESIRED COMPOUNDS IN A TOBACCO PRODUCT - A tobacco product comprising nanocrystalline particles and methods of reducing the levels of undesirable compounds in tobacco smoke are provided. The nanocrystalline particles are effective sorbents of numerous toxic compounds released by burning tobacco and may be incorporated into the tobacco itself, incorporated into a filter element, or incorporated into the fibers of a wrapping paper. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260646 | Fiber-Containing Product for Hair and Head Dressing Product Formed Therefrom - Disclosed is a fiber for use as hair which has touch/shine like a hair, excellent curl-retaining property and flame retardancy. Also disclosed is a head-dressing product produced using the fiber. The fiber comprises (A) 90 to 10 parts by weight of polyester fiber and (B) 10 to 90 parts by weight of a reproduced collagen fiber containing an aluminum compound. Preferably, the aluminium compound is an aluminium salt and is contained in an amount of 8 to 20% by weight in terms of aluminium oxide. The polyester fiber may contain a flame retarder. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260647 | Manicure and pedicure station - The manicure and pedicure station includes a base and an attached hand-foot rest member that supports a user's hand or foot and that can be readily pivoted to accommodate positioning of the user's fingers or toes for ease of use during a manicure procedure. A base plate attachable to the base prevents slipping of the base during use of the station. A soaking bowl can be attached to the unit and can rotate around the base. The soaking bowl has a hermetic body that keeps water warm during the manicure procedure. Alternatively, a tray can be attached to the unit and can rotate around the base in lieu of the bowl. A polish bottle holder that can accommodate a polish bottle of a variety of shapes is attached to the unit and can rotate around the base and tilt for secure placement of the bottle in any convenient position. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260648 | Cosmetic application guide - A transparent sheet with a desired front face image clings by static to a mirror. The front face image is provided with cosmetic indications which, when the sheet is adhered to a mirror, allows the user to refer to the front face image to apply cosmetics to her own face. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260649 | FIBER BUNDLE FOR ARTIFICIAL HAIR, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING FIBER BUNDLE FOR ARTIFICIAL HAIR, AND HEAD DECORATION PRODUCT - An object of the invention is to provide an artificial hair fiber bundle having a color tone with a gradation appearance at a tip portion thereof. An aspect of the invention is a fiber bundle ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260650 | Hairdressing Device - A hairdressing device is designed to heat a hair at different temperatures. The device includes first and second arms coupled together by a hinge so that the arms can be closed together when pressed toward each other, each of the first and second arms including a grip portion and a head portion extending from the grip portion. The first arm includes a first heat generating body having at least one electric heater arranged in the head portion for heating a hair. The second arm includes a second heat generating body having two electric heaters arranged side by side in the head portion for heating the hair at different temperatures and a digital display part provided on an outer surface of the second arm for indicating information on a permanent to be performed. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260651 | Hair styling apparatus with retractable styling heads - A hair styling apparatus includes a handle, a styling head and a heater. The handle has a pair of pivotally joined arms, and the head includes a pair of styling members which cooperate to form styling surfaces of the styling head. Each styling member is extendable from and retractable into the handle. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260652 | HAIR CLIP APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SAME - A hair accessory device with a cover is provided. Through the use of this novel device one can facilitate hair styling while shielding from view the hardware that is used to style the hair. The device provides a cover that shields most if not all of any spring, hinge or other mechanical system that is used to style one's hair. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260653 | Cosmetic Product Distribution Case | 2009-10-22 |
20090260654 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REPLACING OBJECTIVE PARTS - A method and a device for replacing objective parts, especially of a projection or illumination objective for microlithography in which an objective having an objective interior and objective parts provided therein is provided. At least one objective part is replaceably accommodated in the objective. Immediately prior to installation in the objective, the replaceable objective part is cleaned outside the objective interior in at least one cleaning room sealed off from the ambient atmosphere. Immediately after cleaning, the replaceable objective is installed in the objective without contact with the normal ambient atmosphere. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260655 | Substrate Cleaning System, Substrate Cleaning Method, Subtrate Cleaning Program, and Program Recording Medium - A substrate cleaning system according to the present invention comprises cleaning devices, and a controller for controlling the driving of the cleaning devices in accordance with driving recipes predetermined. The controller prioritizes the cleaning devices, calculates, on the basis of a driving recipe for a cleaning device having a higher priority and a driving recipe for a cleaning device having a lower priority, a time in which the two cleaning devices can interfere with each other, and sets the calculated time as a waiting time. The cleaning device having the higher priority is made to start cleaning a substrate from a predetermined cleaning-starting position, while the cleaning device having the lower priority is kept waiting in a predetermined waiting position. When or after the waiting time has elapsed since the cleaning device having the higher priority started cleaning, the cleaning device having the lower priority is made to move from the waiting position and start cleaning the substrate. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260656 | PROCESSING SYSTEM, PROCESSING METHOD AND RECORDING MEDIUM | 2009-10-22 |
20090260657 | METHOD FOR CLEANING DEPOSITS FROM EQUIPMENT THAT HAVE ACCUMULATED DURING A METHOD FOR RECOVERING NMP, BY THE INTRODUCTION OF HOT WATER AND AGITATION - A process is proposed for cleaning an apparatus to remove deposits from a process for the recovery of purified N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) by evaporating NMP from a contaminated NMP stream which is obtained in a process for the extractive separation of acetylene from the reaction mixture of a partial oxidation of hydrocarbons after expulsion of the acetylene as a gas, wherein hot water is passed into the apparatus and is stirred. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260658 | TOILET BOWL CLEANING APPARATUS AND METHODS - A toilet bowl cleaning unit disposed to intercept an intermittent flow of water from each flush of the water from a water line to a toilet bowl comprising a mounting device for installation in the flow of water, and a water-soluble compound positioned on the mounting device to intercept a substantial portion of the water as it is flushed from the water line to the toilet bowl, said water-soluble compound thereby being released into the toiled bowl with the water from each flush to inhibit formation of mineral deposits on the surfaces of the toilet bowl and/or drainage pipes. A method for cleaning a toilet bowl, comprising providing an intermittent flow of water from a water line to a toilet bowl with each flush of the toilet bowl, and providing a water-soluble compound to intercept a substantial portion of the flow of water, said water-soluble compound thereby being released into the toilet bowl with the water from each flush to inhibit formation of mineral deposits on the surfaces of the toilet bowl and/or drainage pipes. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260659 | LIMESCALE AND SOAP SCUM REMOVING COMPOSITION CONTAINING METHANE SULFONIC ACID - A cleaning composition including an acid component is provided, along with methods for using the composition to remove soil from hard surfaces. The concentrate cleaning composition includes between about 1 and about 70 wt % of methane sulfonic acid, about 0.1 to about 15 wt % of a surfactant component, up to about 90% of a solvent and other adjuvants. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260660 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLEANING A TURBOFAN GAS TURBINE ENGINE - Device for cleaning a gas turbine engine, and in particular an engine of turbofan type. The present invention further relates to a method for cleaning such an engine. The device comprises a plurality of nozzles arranged to atomize cleaning liquid in the air stream in an air inlet of the engine up-stream of a fan of the engine. According to the invention, a first nozzle is arranged at a position such that the cleaning liquid emanating from the first nozzle impinges the surfaces of the blades substantially on the pressure side; a second nozzle is arrange at a position such that the cleaning liquid emanating from the second nozzle impinges the surfaces of the blades substantially on the suction side; and a third nozzle is arranged at a position such that the cleaning liquid emanating from the third nozzle passes substantially between the blades and enters an inlet of the core engine. Thereby, the different types of fouling found on the fan and in the core engine compressor of turbofan engine can be removed in an efficient manner. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260661 | Cleaning Assembly - To achieve complete cleaning of a tank ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260662 | SPLASH CURTAIN FOR CONVEYOR WAREWASHER - A conveyor warewasher includes splash curtains that function differently according to their orientation. The top connection part of the splash curtains and the connections mounted on the warewasher are designed to attach the curtain only when the curtain is hung in the proper orientation and not when the curtain is hung in reverse. A splash curtain for a warewasher includes functionally distinct front and rear sides. The arrangement of hook-receptive slots on the splash curtain is asymmetric so that the hook arrangement that they will receive differs when the curtain's orientation is reversed. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260663 | Safety umbrella - A safety umbrella for providing visibility for an individual crossing an intersection or walking at night or in dark rainy inclement weather includes a center pole having a cover at its upper end and an opposite hand gripping end that includes a housing and a loop and cap member detachably securable to the housing and the housing holding at least one battery interconnected to an on/off switch and a plurality of wires extending from within the housing through the center pole to the upper end for interconnection to a LED light enclosed within a transparent casing that projects above the cover and which is operable by the on/off switch so that the individual can be made more visible to other individuals and to automotive vehicles and thereby avoiding accidents and injuries to all parties. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260664 | QUICK CONNECTOR HUB FOR SHADE STRUCTURE - An umbrella hub is provided which can comprise a central portion, a body, and a retention mechanism. The central portion can be configured to receive to an umbrella pole. The body extends between the central portion and an outer periphery of the hub and can comprise an engagement section adjacent to the outer periphery. The engagement section can be configured to receive an end portion of an umbrella structural member. The retention mechanism can be disposed within the engagement section and can comprise an elongate channel having a first portion and a second portion. The first portion can be located between the second portion and the outer periphery of the body and have a width less than the width of the second portion. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260665 | VENTILATOR FOR VENTING COVERS - Disclosed is an improved ventilator apparatus for vehicle covers. The apparatus comprises a dome section that is associated with a first ventilator plate on the outside of a vehicle cover. The Dome section extends through the vehicle cover where it is associated with a second ventilator plate. A nut is used to releasably associate the component pieces together so that a portion of the vehicle cover is clamped between the first ventilator plate and the second ventilator plate. Both the first ventilator plate and second ventilator plate are configured so that either plate may be used on the inside or outside of the cover. The improved ventilator plate design comprises air vents disposed within the plate so that water on a top surface of the ventilator plate cannot run into the vent openings. In addition, support gussets have been redesigned so provide an improved venturi action that tends to suck air through the vent opening when air blows across the vent openings. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260666 | Collapsible structures having overlapping support loops - Collapsible structures are provided having at least two panels, with each of the panels having a flexible loop member defining a closed loop and adapted to assume an expanded position and a collapsed position, and a fabric for partially covering the loop member. The loop members of two adjacent first and second panels overlap each other at a first overlapping point along first edges of the loop members, and at a second overlapping point along second edges of the loop members, with the overlapping loop members defining a hinge portion about which the two loop members of the first and second panels are pivotable. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260667 | Solar Thermoelectric Conversion - Systems and methods utilizing solar-electrical generators are discussed. Solar-electrical generators are disclosed having a radiation-capture structure and one or more thermoelectric converters. Heat produced in a capture structure via impingement of solar radiation can maintain a portion of a thermoelectric converter at a high temperature, while the use of a low temperature at another portion allows electricity generation. Thus, unlike photovoltaic cells which are generally primarily concerned with optical radiation management, solar thermoelectrics converters are generally concerned with a variety of mechanisms for heat management. Generators can include any number of features including selective radiation surfaces, low emissivity surfaces, flat panel configurations, evacuated environments, and other concepts that can act to provide thermal concentration. Designs utilizing one or more optical concentrators are also disclosed. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260668 | System and method for efficient power utilization and extension of battery life - A circuit which extends the operational life of a main power source, said circuit comprising a pair of thermoelectric generators (TEGs) for converting thermal energy from a heat source into electrical energy; a pair of capacitors arranged in parallel, each coupled to one of the TEGs for storing the electrical energy generated by said TEG; a power converter; a first switching element coupled between a first capacitor in the pair of capacitors and the power converter; a second switching element coupled between a second capacitor in the pair of capacitors and the power converter; and a monitor/controller coupled to said first and second switching elements and each of said capacitors for selectively and alternatively switching the first and second switching elements in order to selectively provide power from one of the capacitors to a load, thereby reducing the amount of power drawn from the main power source. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260669 | METAL-GATE THERMOCOUPLE - A metal gate thermocouple is provided. The thermocouple is configured to measure local temperatures of a device. The thermocouple is a passive device which senses temperature using the thermoelectric principle that when two dissimilar electrically conductive materials are joined, an electrical potential (voltage) is developed between the two materials. The voltage between the materials varies with the temperature of the junction (joint) between the materials. The thermocouple device includes a first conductor comprising a first material formed over a thin oxide layer or a shallow trench isolation (STI) structure and a second conductor comprising a second material formed over the thin oxide layer or the STI structure. The second conductor overlaps with the first conductor to form a thermocouple junction or dimension at least more than an alignment tolerance. The first and second materials are chosen such that the thermocouple junction formed between them exhibits a non-zero Seebeck coefficient. A conductive film formed over the first conductor and the second conductor and a non-conductive void or film is formed over the thermocouple junction. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260670 | Precursor ink for producing IB-IIIA-VIA semiconductors - Copper indium diselenide, copper indium gallium diselenide, and other IB-IIIA-VIA compounds are produced by the liquid deposition on a substrate of a precursor-containing ink, followed by heating to produce the desired material. The precursor containing ink is a mixture of three parts. The first part is plurality of particulates of metal compounds of IB, IIIA. The second part is chalcogen source of selenium, sulfur, or organic chalcogen compounds dissolved in a liquid organic solvent. The third part solution function as viscosity adjustment, as introduction of dopant of sodium ion and/or as ink stabilizer. The precursor ink can be coated on substrate at room temperature and it can be transferred into copper indium (gallium) chalcogenide semiconductor thin film upon baking and a chalcogenization process. The resulting thin film semiconducting material can be incorporated into photovoltaic and other electronic devices. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260671 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF PARALLEL INTERCONNECTION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES - A photovoltaic system includes a first submodule and a second submodule connected in parallel. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260672 | SOLAR CELL MODULE - A first surface of a first section of a connection member includes a first conductive region, and a second surface of a second section of the connection member includes a second conductive region. The first conductive region is formed along an n-side electrode included in one solar cell, and is electrically connected to the n-side electrode. The second conductive region is formed along a p-side electrode included in a different solar cell, and is electrically connected to the p-side electrode. The first conductive region and the second conductive region are electrically connected to each other. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260673 | Preventing Harmful Polarization Of Solar Cells - In one embodiment, harmful solar cell polarization is prevented or minimized by providing a conductive path that bleeds charge from a front side of a solar cell to the bulk of a wafer. The conductive path may include patterned holes in a dielectric passivation layer, a conductive anti-reflective coating, or layers of conductive material formed on the top or bottom surface of an anti-reflective coating, for example. Harmful solar cell polarization may also be prevented by biasing a region of a solar cell module on the front side of the solar cell. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260674 | Concentrated Solar Photovoltaic Module With Protective Light Shielding - A solar photovoltaic module including a base member supporting an array of photocells as well as corresponding concentrating lenses and light guides. At least one opaque light shield defines cutouts corresponding to the light guides. The at least one opaque light shield is positioned above the base member and operates to block light incident thereon from reaching portions of the base member. The at least one light shield can be installed with a convex shape that directs condensation away from the cutouts and preferably functions as part of guide channels that guide condensation toward one or more vented hydrophilic members (e.g., sponges and the like), which are preferably disposed at one or both ends of the module. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260675 | ENCAPSULATION OF SOLAR MODULES - A method for encapsulating interconnected solar cells including Group IBIIIAVIA absorbers and an apparatus according to the same, whereby a light receiving side encapsulant layer including thermoplastic polyurethane is used to cover the light receiving sides of the interconnected solar cells. The back sides of the interconnected solar cells are covered with a back side encapsulant layer that is different from the light receiving side encapsulant layer. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260676 | Solar panel junction box and components thereof - A solar panel junction box and components thereof including a plurality of generally L-shaped connecting elements, each comprising a conductive member with a flat section and a first angular section. The first angular section having a resilient cut-out connecting member forming an electrical contact and the flat section having one or more retaining slots for receiving an electronic component terminal. The junction box further includes a plate having rectangular extensions for retaining and positioning solar ribbon and cylindrical extensions for positioning the plate with respect to a base which has cylindrical receptacles for receiving the cylindrical extensions and also has a channel section for edgewise accommodation of the connecting element and compartment areas which position the diodes adjacent the respective retaining slots. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260677 | Fluoropolymer Coated Films Useful for Photovoltaic Modules - A fluoropolymer coated film comprising polymeric substrate film and fluoropolymer coating on the polymeric substrate film. The fluoropolymer coating comprises fluoropolymer selected from homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl fluoride and homopolymers and copolymers of vinylidene fluoride polymer blended with compatible adhesive polymer comprising functional groups selected from carboxylic acid, sulfonic acid, aziridine, anhydride, amine, isocyanate, melamine, epoxy, hydroxy, anhydride and mixtures thereof. The polymeric substrate film comprises functional groups on its surface that interact with the compatible adhesive polymer to promote bonding of the fluoropolymer coating to the substrate film. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260678 | GLASS SUBSTRATE BEARING AN ELECTRODE - The invention relates to a glass substrate bearing at least one electrode in the form of a thin layer. A barrier covering | 2009-10-22 |
20090260679 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - A photovoltaic device includes a substrate, a doped layer, a first electrode and a second electrode. The substrate has a plurality of cavities defined therein. The doped layer is in contact the substrate. The first electrode including a carbon nanotube composite material is adjacent to the substrate. The second electrode is attached to the substrate. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260680 | Photovoltaic Devices and Associated Methods - Materials, devices, and methods for enhancing performance of electronic devices such as solar cells, thermoelectric conversion devices and other electronic devices are provided. In one aspect, for example, an electronic device is provided. Such a device may include a charge carrier separation layer further including a layer of a P-type material comprising copper, gallium, indium and at least one member selected from the group consisting of selenide and sulfide, and a layer of an N-type material adjacent to the P-type material, where the N-type material includes diamond-like carbon doped with an N dopant. The electronic device may further include a first electrode adjacent to the layer of P-type material of the charge carrier separation layer opposite to the N-type material. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260681 | SOLAR CELL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - The present invention relates to a solar cell and a method for manufacturing the same. More specifically, the present invention provides a silicon solar cell capable of minimizing defects and recombination of electrons-holes by removing a damaged layer formed by a laser edge isolation process to isolate a silicon substrate and covering a protective layer on a surface thereof and a method for manufacturing the same. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260682 | QUANTUM DOT SOLAR CELL - A solar cell is disclosed that includes an electron conductor layer and a quantum dot layer. The quantum dot layer may include a plurality of quantum dots. A bridge layer may be coupled to the electron conductor layer and to the quantum dot layer. The bridge layer may include an antibiotic, a sulfur-containing amino acid, a vitamin, and/or a vitamin analogue. In some cases, a hole conductor layer may be coupled to the quantum dot layer. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260683 | QUANTUM DOT SOLAR CELL - A solar cell including a quantum dot and an electron conductor, with a bifunctional ligand disposed between the quantum dot and the electron conductor. The bifunctional ligand molecule may include an electron conductor anchor that bonds to the electron conductor and a first quantum dot anchor that bonds to the quantum dot. A hole conductor such as a conductive polymer may include a second quantum dot anchor. In some instances, the first quantum dot may include selenium. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260684 | SOLAR CELL, METHOD OF FORMING EMITTER LAYER OF SOLAR CELL, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SOLAR CELL - A method for forming emitter layer of a solar cell includes preparing a substrate including a first impurity of a first conductive type, diffusing a second impurity of a second conductive type opposite to the first conductive type in the substrate to form a first emitter portion of the emitter layer in the substrate, and selectively heating a portion of the first emitter portion, which corresponds to a position for forming at least one electrode, to form a second emitter portion. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260685 | SOLAR CELL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A solar cell and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. The solar cell includes a semiconductor unit, an electrode, and a passivation layer between the semiconductor unit and the electrode. The passivation layer includes a first layer containing silicon oxide (SiO | 2009-10-22 |
20090260686 | Novel organic electroluminescent compounds and organic electroluminescent device using the same - The present invention relates to novel organic electroluminescent compounds, and organic electroluminescent devices employing the same as electroluminescent material. Specifically, the organic electroluminescent compounds according to the invention are characterized in that they are represented by Chemical Formula (1): | 2009-10-22 |
20090260687 | Solar cell - Provided is a solar cell and a method of fabricating a solar cell. The solar cell may include a photoelectric conversion structure, a mirror structure configured to concentrate light on the photoelectric conversion structure, and a substrate configured to support the photoelectric conversion structure and the mirror structure. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260688 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - A photovoltaic device includes a silicon substrate, an intrinsic layer, a carbon nanotube structure and a first electrode. The silicon substrate has a front surface and a rear surface. The intrinsic layer is disposed on the front surface of the silicon substrate. The carbon nanotube structure is disposed on the intrinsic layer. The first electrode is disposed on the rear surface of the silicon substrate. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260689 | Solar cell lead wire, method of making the same, and solar cell - A solar cell lead wire includes a conducting material, and a molten solder plated layer formed on the conducting material. The conducting material includes a concave-convex conducting material that includes a concavity on top and under surfaces thereof, respectively, and a convexity on a side surface thereof, and that is formed by die processing a strip-shaped conducting material, and the molten solder plated layer comprises a flat surface formed by supplying a molten solder to the concavity of the concave-convex conducting material. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260690 | Packaged Bottle Beverage Having An Ingredient Release Closure With Improved Additive Release And Method And Apparatus Thereof - A packaged bottled beverage has a base component of the beverage in a container under vacuum separate from an additive in a sealed compartment of an ingredient release closure. Upon opening the sealed compartment, suction is created forcing the additive to quickly and thoroughly exit the ingredient release closure, a region of relatively higher pressure, and flow into the base component in the container, a region of relatively lower pressure. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260691 | CONSTANT FLOW VALVE MECHANSIM - A constant flow valve mechanism for use in an inkjet printer includes a valve. A first port, a second port, and a third port are in fluid communication with each other through the valve. A portion of the valve is moveable and associated with the first, second, and third ports to produce a change in fluid impedance between the first port and the second port and the first port and the third port such that the fluid impedance between the first port and the second port changes at the same rate and in an opposite direction as that of the fluid impedance between the first port and the third port. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260692 | AUTONOMOUS ELECTROCHEMICAL ACTUATION OF MICROFLUIDIC CIRCUITS - A microfluidic structure with an electrically controlled pressure source is shown. The pressure source is an electrolyte connected with electrodes. Dissociation of the electrolyte generates the pressure, which is used to obtain a valve-like or pump-like behavior inside the microfluidic structure. A process for manufacturing the microfluidic structure and a method to circulate fluids in a microfluidic channel are also described. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260693 | Valve Unit and Methods for Fastening a Valve Unit to a Base - A valve unit ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260694 | Method and apparatus for removing liquids from risers - A bypass assembly is provided for preventing unwanted liquids from collecting within fuel gas risers, exiting such risers and contaminating fuel gas systems. A conduit extends from a riser vessel to a natural gas flow line. An insert extends from the bypass line into the natural gas flow line. As production flows through the flow line and insert, a suction force is created that draws liquids from the riser into the conduit and, ultimately, back into the flow line system. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260695 | Pipeline intervention - An apparatus and method for accessing a sub sea pipeline. The apparatus comprises a entry guide ( | 2009-10-22 |
20090260696 | MODULAR PRESSURE BALANCING VALVE - A modular valve is provided. The modular valve includes a valve body having a pair of inlet ports and a pair of outlet ports. The pair of inlet ports each includes an integral stop valve and check valve. The valve body includes a cavity configured to selectively receive a pressure balancing cartridge or a thermostatic cartridge assembly. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260697 | Valve Body with Dual Sense Mechanism - A gas regulator includes an actuator, a regulator valve, and a secondary device. Downstream pressure feedback is provided to the actuator and the secondary device via a Pitot tube disposed within an outlet of the regulator valve. The Pitot tube has a first branch having an end connected to the actuator to place the actuator control cavity and diaphragm in fluid communication with downstream pressure within the outlet for maintaining the outlet pressure at an actuator setpoint pressure. The Pitot tube also has a second branch having an end connected to the secondary device to place the interior of the secondary device in fluid communication with downstream pressure within the outlet for responding to changes in the downstream pressure when the outlet pressure diverges from a predetermined normal operating pressure range. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260698 | PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM - A fluid control system, including: a housing having an inlet, an outlet, and a pressure chamber; a shuttle assembly adapted to reciprocate in the pressure chamber to regulate the flow of an operating fluid from the inlet to the outlet; the operating fluid applying an opening force to a first end of the shuttle assembly; a control fluid to apply a closing force to an opposite end of the shuttle assembly; wherein an operating fluid pressure area of the first end of the shuttle assembly when in a closed position is at least 65 percent of the operating fluid pressure area of the first end of the shuttle assembly when in an open position. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260699 | THROTTLING STRUCTURE FOR USE IN A FLUID PRESSURE DEVICE - The present invention relates to a throttling structure for use in a fluid pressure device. A nozzle passage is formed between a primary side port and a nozzle back pressure chamber. A throttling mechanism made up from a plurality of orifice plates is disposed in the nozzle passage. Small diameter opening holes, which are smaller in diameter than the nozzle passage, are provided in the orifice plates. Outer edge portions of the orifice plates are retained in a second body part via seal members. Further, the orifice plates are separated mutually from each other by a predetermined distance along the direction of extension of the nozzle passage. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260700 | 3-Port Directional Control Valve - There is described a | 2009-10-22 |
20090260701 | PULSATION ATTENUATOR FOR A FLUIDIC SYSTEM - A pulsation attenuator for a fluidic system with a fluidic pump. The pulsation attenuator includes a fluidic channel, a first fluidic device adapted to attenuate pulsations, and a second fluidic device adapted to attenuate pulsations. Preferably, the first fluidic device includes a first fluidic resistor and a first fluidic capacitor, and the second fluidic device includes a second fluidic resistor and a second fluidic capacitor. Preferably, the first fluidic resistor and second fluidic resistor are resistive channels. Preferably, the first fluidic capacitor and second fluidic capacitor include a membrane that expands and accumulates fluid and then contracts and reintroduces the accumulated fluid into the fluidic channel. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260702 | METHOD FOR FABRICATING SOLID BODY HAVING SUPERHYDROPHOBIC SURFACE STRUCTURE AND SUPERHYDROPHOBIC TUBE USING THE SAME METHOD - The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a solid body having a superhydrophobic surface structure formed by using a surface treatment of a metal body, a replication process, and a polymer sticking phenomenon to increase efficiency of fluid transfer and prevent foreign materials from being accumulated in the tube, and a superhydrophobic fluid transfer tube using the method. The superhydrophobic fluid transfer tube includes a fluid guider and a solid body provided on a fluid contact surface of the fluid guider and has micrometer-scaled unevenness and nanometer-scaled protrusions. In the method, a plurality of nanometer-scaled holes are formed on a surface of a metal body through an anodizing process, a replica is formed by immersing the metal body provided with the nanometer-scaled holes in a non-wetting polymer material and solidifying the non-wetting polymer material, the solid body having the superhydrophobic surface is formed by removing the metal body and an anode oxide from the replica, and the solid body is provided to a fluid contact surface of a fluid guider for guiding a fluid. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260703 | Resin Pipe with Mouthpiece and Method of Manufacturing the Same - Disclosed is a resin pipe with a mouthpiece comprising: a mouthpiece; and a resin pipe of which one end is joined to the mouthpiece, wherein the one end is disposed in the mouthpiece, and an outer peripheral surface of the one end is joined to an inner peripheral surface of the mouthpiece by fusion. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260704 | Animal Resistant Tubing System - There is disclosed an animal-resistant irrigation tubing system. The animal-resistant irrigation tubing system may include a flexible tube disposed within a coil shield. The coil shield may have an inside diameter larger than an outside diameter of the flexible tube. The coil shield may be free to move radially, axially and rotationally about the flexible tube. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260705 | Concrete pump discharge hose safety device - A concrete hose safety device has two stiff elongated hemi-cylindrical sections which may be half tubes or less than half, the sections having internal diameters roughly equal to the external diameter of a concrete hose. A plurality of hinge straps secure the sections in parallel and allowing them to open to allow a concrete hose to be laid therein and closed with the concrete hose secured therein. A plurality of closure straps then hold the device closed. In use, an operator may simply rely on-the device to prevent the concrete hose from whipping due to air in the hose, surge and so on. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260706 | Pipeline For Conducting Air For Air Conditioning In Aircrafts - The invention relates to a pipeline | 2009-10-22 |
20090260707 | Woven Textile Fabric with Cotton/Microdenier Filament Bundle Blend - A fabric includes warp and weft yarns interwoven in a series of repeat units. In the fabric, the warp yarns comprise cotton yarns and the weft yarns comprise microdenier filament bundles. Such a fabric can provide desirable tactile properties for articles such as sheets, pillowcases, blankets and the like. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260708 | Variably proportional mixing device - A variably proportional mixing device is provided for automatically mixing two fluids stored in separate containers in various ratios without measuring, comprising a self-venting spout that attaches to an existing gas can or other container for storing a fluid having a threaded opening therein. The spout doses gas with oil at the specific ratio required by an engine manufacturer and is easily adjusted to accommodate a plurality of other ratios. To accomplish this, a constant volume of gasoline is dosed with an amount of oil that is adjusted by the user. This adjustment mechanism comprises a wheel valve having various-sized orifices. Twisting the valve using a knob or key then provides the correct volumetric area for the oil to flow through. Markings will be visible on the valve, through a window, that correspond to a plurality of different ratios, typically ranging from 16:1 to 50:1. The dosing valve can also be shut-off completely to allow pure gasoline through the spout, such as for 4 cycle engines. A spring-loaded button or trigger mechanism is incorporated to allow for a positive closure when not in use. Static mixing elements are added at the end of the spout to ensure a thorough mixture of oil and gas. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260709 | Bulb actuated suction device with improved assembly and cleaning features - A device for transferring viscous liquids includes a flexible bulb with an oversized opening and smooth, relatively flat interior surfaces, coupled to a rigid tapered tube which has an oversized large opening that couples with the flexible bulb. The oversized openings of the flexible bulb and rigid tube make the interior surfaces of these components more easily accessible for cleaning. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260710 | Automated apparatus and method for tire pressure maintenance - A device and method for tire air pressure maintenance with a compressor. The device includes a manifold having an input from the compressor and an output, and wherein the output is in pressure communication with the tire and an air chuck for clamping onto the tires, wherein the air chuck is in pressure communication with the manifold. The device also comprises an air pressure sensor, operatively associated with the manifold, for monitoring changes of pressure within the manifold and generating a data signal. A processor, operatively associated with the manifold, for processing changes in pressure is included, and wherein the processor receives the data signal. The device further includes a bleeder line operatively attached to the manifold, and an actuator valve operatively associated with the bleeder line, and wherein the actuator valve is operatively attached to the processor, and wherein the processor is capable of generating a low pressure command signal to open the actuator valve. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260711 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATING AN ARTICLE OF OUTDOOR GEAR OR APPAREL USING A DRY GAS - An inflation system includes a bladder incorporated into an article of outdoor gear or apparel. The bladder is incorporated into the article of outdoor gear and apparel so as to provide insulation to a user. The inflation system includes a gas canister that includes a reservoir of dry gas. A valve mechanism allows the dry gas to be used to selectively inflate and deflate the bladder to provide a desired amount of insulation. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260712 | BEVERAGE BOTTLING OR CONTAINER FILLING PLANT HAVING A BEVERAGE BOTTLE OR CONTAINER LABELING MACHINE, AND A BEVERAGE BOTTLE OR CONTAINER LABELING MACHINE HAVING A VACUUM DRUM - Beverage bottling or container filling plant having a beverage bottle or container labeling machine, and a beverage bottle or container labeling machine having a vacuum drum. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260713 | BEVERAGE BOTTLE OR CONTAINER LABELING DEVICE WITH A CUTTING UNIT AND CUTTING UNIT FOR A BEVERAGE BOTTLE OR CONTAINER LABELING DEVICE - A beverage bottle or container labeling device with a cutting unit and cutting unit for a beverage bottle or container labeling device. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260714 | BEVERAGE BOTTLE OR CONTAINER FILLING MACHINE FOR FILLING BOTTLES OR CONTAINERS WITH STILL WATER OR OTHER NON-CARBONATED BEVERAGES - A beverage bottle or container filling machine for filling bottles or containers with still water or other non-carbonated beverages. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260715 | Method and device for contamination-free transport of pourable bulk product - A method for substantially contamination-free transport of pourable bulk product from a dosing unit having a lidded dosing outlet into a container having a lidded receiving inlet is proposed, wherein the dosing outlet of the dosing unit is connected in a detachable manner with the receiving inlet of the container, the dosing outlet and the receiving inlet are opened, and the bulk product is transported into the container from the dosing unit via its dosing outlet and via the receiving inlet of the container. The invention envisions that the dosing outlet of the dosing unit and/or the receiving inlet of the container is/are disposed at the dosing unit and/or the container by means of an elastic joining element to prevent transfer of forces between the dosing outlet and the dosing unit and/or between the receiving inlet and the container, wherein the dosing outlet/receiving inlet, which are connected with each other, are disposed relative to the dosing unit and/or the container at least during the dosing process in such a way that a transfer of forces between the dosing unit and the container is prevented by the elastic joining element. The invention further concerns a device for carrying out such a method. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260716 | Plug System for a Fuel Tank Filler Pipe - Plug system built into the top of a fuel tank filler pipe, comprising | 2009-10-22 |
20090260717 | LOG DEBARKING APPARATUS - A Rosserhead debarker having a cutter head with an improved cutter teeth mounting system. The cutter head drum defines a plurality of cutter tooth slots, each having a recess at its base. The cutter teeth are fitted into the slots with the base of each tooth closely received in the corresponding recess. A portion of each tooth protrudes from the slot to receive a blade. Each cutter tooth may be secured to the drum by a fastener extending in a generally radial direction. Each cutter tooth may include a removal stud that can be used to assist in removing the tooth from the drum. The cutter head may be mounted for axial deflection and may include a pivot yoke lock for selectively locking the cutter head against axial deflection. The pivot yoke lock facilitates certain operations where axial deflection may not be desired, including those in which only one end of the cutter head is riding on the log, such as during butt reducing. The cutter head may include a manually adjustable shoe disposed on the trailing side of the cutter head. The manually adjustable shoe may be used to limit the cutting depth of the cutter head even when only the trailing end of the cutter head is riding on the log. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260718 | STABLE WOOD PLANING ASSEMBLY OF A VENEER WOOD PLANING MACHINE - The present invention discloses a stable wood planning assembly that can press and limit the wood veneer effectively to prevent the sharking during a planning operation. The assembly includes a pair of knife shafts having a base and a plurality of grooves disposed equidistantly from each other that the grooves of the two knife shafts are disposed alternately with each other. And the base includes a set of material pressing shoes installed axially and corresponds to a groove of the knife shaft, and the material pressing shoes has a curved surface corresponding to the groove of the knife shaft groove, at the rear end of the shoes has a spring that is used to stably press the wood veneer, and at both lateral sides of the shoes have a curvature bit guide plate which corresponds to the external diameter of the knife shaft, and a dust-collecting equipment attached. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260719 | IN-SITU ANNEALING OF A TMR SENSOR - A method in one embodiment includes applying a current to a lead of a tunneling magnetoresistance sensor for inducing joule heating of the lead or a heating layer, the level of joule heating being sufficient to anneal a magnetic layer of the sensor; and maintaining the current at the level for an amount of time sufficient to anneal the tunneling magnetoresistive (TMR) sensor. A system in one embodiment comprises a first lead coupled to one end of a tunneling magnetoresistance sensor stack; a second lead coupled to another end of the sensor stack; and a third lead coupled to the first lead, the third lead being selectively coupleable to a ground, wherein a current applied to the first lead at a predetermined level when the third lead is coupled to the ground induces joule heating of the first lead or a heating layer coupled to the first and third leads, the joule heating applied for a predetermined amount of time being sufficient to anneal a magnetic layer of the sensor. Additional systems and methods are also presented. | 2009-10-22 |
20090260720 | Nd-based two-phase separation amorphous alloy - Provided is a Nd-based two-phase separation amorphous alloy by adding an element having a big difference in heat of mixing in a Nd-based alloy with a superior amorphous formability through an inherent characteristic of compositional elements and consideration of thermodynamics, at the time of forming amorphous phase, to thereby enable two-phase separation amorphous alloy during solidification. The Nd-based two-phase separation amorphous alloy is represented as a general equation Nd | 2009-10-22 |
20090260721 | METHOD OF RESTRAINED-QUENCHING OF ANNULAR MEMBER - A method of restrained-quenching of an annular member, that can readily ensure a sufficient effect of restraint, increase treatment efficiency of a quench hardening treatment, and suppress production cost of the annular member, includes a heating step, a first cooling step, a restraint step, and a second cooling step. In the heating step, a bearing ring formed as the annular member is heated to a temperature not lower than an A | 2009-10-22 |