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20080205018 | RACK MOUNTED ACCESS/SECURITY EXPANSION CONTROL PANEL - The invention provides, in one aspect, an access control system that comprises an access control panel coupled to an access control expansion box. The access control panel includes one or more access control boards disposed within a first rack-mount enclosure, each control board providing at least an interface for monitoring and/or controlling access to one or more building entry points or zones via associated sensors and/or intrusion prevention devices, collectively, “security devices.” The access control expansion box includes a plurality of input/output (I/O) boards disposed within a second rack-mount enclosure. The I/O boards provide an interface for at least (i) sending signals received from one or more additional security devices to the control boards, and/or (ii) sending signals received from the control boards to one or more of the additional security devices. | 08-28-2008 |
20090231091 | WALL-MOUNTED ACCESS/SECURITY CONTROL PANEL - In one aspect, the invention provides a wall-mounted access control panel that includes one or more access control boards, each of which provides at least an interface for monitoring and/or controlling access to one or more building entry points or zones via associated sensors and/or intrusion prevention devices, collectively, “security devices.” The access control panel includes at least one connector disposed internal to the panel that provides communications coupling between at least one of the control boards and the aforementioned security devices (e.g., detectors, electrified locks, etc.). That connector permits such coupling without requiring that a field technician, or other person installing the panel at a site, pass and/or connect wires directly to the control boards from the security devices in order to establish that communications coupling. | 09-17-2009 |
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20090259400 | Vehicle collision avoidance system - A collision avoidance system for a machine is disclosed. The collision avoidance system has a first obstacle detection system. The first obstacle detection system is configured to detect a first obstacle and generate a corresponding first signal. Additionally, the collision avoidance system has an operator interface. The operator interface has a display configured to communicate visual information to an operator. In addition, the collision avoidance system has an interface module configured to detect a status of the machine and generate a corresponding second signal. The collision avoidance system also has a controller. The controller is in communication with the first obstacle detection system, the operator interface, and the interface module. The controller is configured to control the display to indicate a dangerous obstacle detection to the operator, based on the first and second signals. Additionally, the controller is configured to control the display to provide a dangerous obstacle warning to the operator, based on the first and second signals. | 10-15-2009 |
20090259401 | Vehicle collision avoidance system - A collision avoidance system for a machine is disclosed. The collision avoidance system has a first obstacle detection system. The first obstacle detection system is configured to detect a first obstacle and generate a corresponding first signal. Additionally, the collision avoidance system has an operator interface. The operator interface has a display configured to communicate visual information to an operator. The operator interface also has an input device configured to receive selections from the operator and generate a corresponding second signal. In addition, the collision avoidance system has a controller. The controller is in communication with the first obstacle detection system and the operator interface. The controller is configured to control the display to provide a first dangerous obstacle warning to the operator, based on the first signal. The controller is also configured to control the display to provide a second dangerous obstacle warning to the operator, based on the first and second signals. | 10-15-2009 |
20120245798 | VEHICLE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM - A collision avoidance system for a machine is disclosed including an obstacle detection system configured to detect an obstacle. The collision avoidance system also includes a display configured to provide information to an operator. The collision avoidance system further includes a controller in communication with the obstacle detection system and the display. The controller is configured to control the display to indicate an obstacle detection based on information received from the obstacle detection system and determine a ground speed of the machine. The controller is also configured to determine a distance since the ground speed of the machine was last at a threshold speed and suppress the indication of the obstacle detection based on the distance since the ground speed of the machine was last at the threshold speed. | 09-27-2012 |
20130027559 | VEHICLE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM - A method for collision avoidance for a machine is disclosed. The method includes detecting an obstacle with an obstacle detection system and generating a corresponding signal. The obstacle detection system includes an operator input device. The method also includes providing an obstacle detection warning in response to the signal. The method further includes determining with a controller whether the operator input device has been activated in response to the obstacle detection warning. | 01-31-2013 |
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20130116108 | SILICA GLASS HAVING IMPROVED PROPERTIES - The invention relates to a silica glass compound having improved physical and chemical properties. In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a silica glass having a desirable brittleness in combination with a desirable density while still yielding a glass composition having a desired hardness and desired strength relative to other glasses. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a silica glass composition that contains at least about 85 mole percent silicon dioxide and up to about 15 mole percent of one or more dopants selected from F, B, N, Al, Ge, one or more alkali metals (e.g., Li, Na, K, etc.), one or more alkaline earth metals (e.g., Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba, etc.), one or more transition metals (e.g., Ti, Zn, Y, Zr, Hf, etc.), one or more lanthanides (e.g., Ce, etc.), or combinations of any two or more thereof. | 05-09-2013 |
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20140083169 | TEST SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FLEXIBLE CONTAINERS - A portable test device and related method are disclosed for conducting integrity testing of flexible containers. The test is particularly useful for testing aseptic flexible film bags in a manner that maintains the sterile nature of the container and removes crinkles by inflating the containers to remove crinkles and establish an inflation set point. The decay in pressure is measured over a predetermined period of time; if pressure loss does not exceed a predetermined threshold the integrity of the bag is confirmed and it can be filled without further manipulation of the container that may result in introducing flaws. | 03-27-2014 |
20140083170 | TEST SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FLEXIBLE CONTAINERS - A portable flexible container integrity test device for conducting integrity testing of flexible containers is disclosed. The test device is particularly useful for testing aseptic flexible film bags in a manner that maintains the sterile nature of the container and removes crinkles by inflating the containers to remove crinkles and establish an inflation set point. The test device includes a programmable logic controller (PLC), a pressure transducer in electronic communication with the PLC, a power source configured to provide electrical power to the PLC, a blower in electronic communication with the PLC, a gas delivery pathway in selective fluid communication with the blower, and a human/machine interface in electronic communication with the PLC. The device is portable and configured to fluidly connect to a flexible container via the gas delivery pathway. | 03-27-2014 |
20150258511 | TRANSPORTABLE MIXING SYSTEM FOR BIOLOGICAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL MATERIALS - A mixing system and mixing arrangement are provided. The mixing system includes a rigid container including an integral support plate; a mixing assembly supported on the integral support plate, the mixing assembly including a pliable enclosure containing a fluid and a mixing device, a portion of the mixing device extending from the pliable enclosure and adapted to be detachably coupled to a drive mechanism; and a first plate detachably secured to the rigid container. The pliable enclosure is in compression between the first plate and the integral support plate. The mixing arrangement includes a docking station including a drive cradle and a drive mechanism, a rigid container removably positioned within the drive cradle, a mixing assembly positioned within the rigid container, and a first plate configured to be detachably secured to the rigid container. | 09-17-2015 |
20150290448 | ASEPTIC CONNECTOR - An aseptic connector assembly and a method of aseptically transferring fluid are provided. The aseptic connector assembly includes a body portion, the body portion having a receptacle configured to receive a corresponding fill connector; a pivot portion adjustably disposed within and extending partially from the body portion, the pivot portion having a channel formed therein; and a conduit portion axially slidably disposed within the channel formed in the pivot portion. The pivot portion comprises a ready position and an operative position, the pivot portion being adjustable from the ready position to the operative position via relative movement with respect to the body portion. The method includes providing an aseptic connector in a ready position, coupling a flexible tubing and a fill connector to the aseptic connector, moving a pivot portion to an operative position, axially sliding the conduit portion into the fill connector, and transferring a fluid through the connector. | 10-15-2015 |
20150306554 | MIXING ASSEMBLY AND MIXING METHOD - A mixing system and mixing method are provided. The mixing system includes a tank assembly, a container positioned within the tank assembly, a mixer disposed within a compartment of the container, a linear motor, and a shaft having a first end secured to the mixer and an opposing second end secured to the linear motor. The linear motor provides a variable stroke length for the shaft. The mixing method includes providing a tank assembly having a linear motor, positioning a mixing assembly including a mixing bag in the tank assembly, combining two or more components in a compartment of the mixing bag, attaching a mixing shaft extending from a mixer disposed within the mixing bag to the linear motor, and raising and lowering the mixing shaft to mix the two or more components. A stroke length of the mixing shaft during the raising and lowering is varied. | 10-29-2015 |
20150374583 | FREEZER BAG, STORAGE SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF FREEZING - A freezer bag, a storage system, and a method of freezing are provided. The freezer bag includes a pliable housing having opposing sides and bounding a cavity at least partially disposed between the opposing sides, each opposing side having an interior surface communicating with the cavity and an opposing exterior surface that is openly exposed, the pliable housing including a first panel and a seam. A first tufting couples together the opposing sides of the pliable housing at a distance spaced apart from the seam so that the cavity encircles the first tufting. A first port is connected to the pliable housing and communicates with the cavity. | 12-31-2015 |
20160001242 | PLUNGE-MIXING BAG ARRANGEMENT AND PLUNGE-MIXING SYSTEM - A plunge-mixing bag arrangement includes a flexible mixing bag defining a mixing region, and a shaft extending from outside of the flexible mixing bag into the mixing region, the shaft comprising a sparger within the mixing region. The sparger comprises an interior channel and ports extending from the interior channel. The shaft is capable of axial movement within the bag to fracture gas bubbles being released from the interior channel through the ports. A plunge-mixing system includes a mechanism for raising and lowering the shaft. | 01-07-2016 |
20160022538 | ASEPTIC CONNECTOR AND METHOD - A method for forming an aseptic connection includes inserting an end of a sealed fill connector into a receptacle of an aseptic connector assembly; moving a pivot portion of the aseptic connector assembly relative to a body portion of the aseptic connector assembly so as to sever a portion of the fill connector, the pivot portion being at least partially disposed within the body portion; and advancing a conduit portion of the aseptic connector assembly into the fill connector so as to form an aseptic connection therebetween, the conduit portion being at least partially disposed within the pivot portion or the body portion of the aseptic connector assembly after advancing. | 01-28-2016 |
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20120037827 | Marine, gate, ball and related valves - A ball valve or the like for placement within a fluid conduit including: an element having a generally spherical geometry in fluid-tight relation to an interior diameter of the valve, and a fluid flow through the geometry, the element having an integral radial member extending externally through a slot to an outer housing, a degree of fluid flow through the fluid flow port changeable by rotation of the integral member and spherical geometry element. The valve also includes a solid cylindrical body having a longitudinal axis, a lower base integral with an outwardly extending part of the integral member of the generally spherical element and, at an opposite base thereof, a surface including at least a female recess engagable by a male extension of a wrench. The wrench may effect a full or partial opening or closure of by the incremental reciprocation, either forwardly or backwardly, of a handle. | 02-16-2012 |
20120306200 | Fitting Assembly For Conveying Fluids Under High Pressure - A fitting assembly for conveying a fluid under high pressure includes a first conduit including an outer diameter of the first conduit, a second conduit of circular cross-section defining an inside diameter to receive the first conduit. The fitting assembly further includes a circumferential sealing mechanism for coupling the second conduit to the first conduit after the first conduit is inserted into the smooth circular end of the second conduit. Particularly, the sealing mechanism is located within the second conduit before the female threads therein. | 12-06-2012 |
20150211644 | Adapter for Marine Ball and Related Valves - In a valve for placement within a fluid conduit, the valve including a generally spherical element in fluid-tight relation to an interior diameter of the valve, a fluid flow existing through a bore of the spherical element integral handle projecting externally slightly past a slot and an outer housing of the valve. An extent of fluid flow through the valve bore changeable by rotation of the projecting handle and the spherical element. The adapter is defined by a solid body having a longitudinal axis, an inner axial base complemental with the projecting handle of the spherical element and, at an opposite base, an outer surface engagable by a complemental extension of a ratchet wrench. The ratchet wrench may effect a full or partial opening or closure of the valve by respective incremental reciprocations, either forwardly or backwardly, of the projecting handle of the spherical element. | 07-30-2015 |
20150211667 | Method For Conveying Fluids Under High Pressure - A method for conveying a fluid under high pressure includes a first conduit including an outer diameter provided with a surface of a selectable property of flatness, roughness, irregularity or threaded, a second conduit having an inside diameter complemental to the outer diameter to the first conduit. The fitting method further includes a circumferential sealing element for coupling the second conduit to the first conduit after the first conduit is inserted past a smooth circular interior entrance of the second conduit. The first conduit is advanced within the second conduit to the internal threads which engage the selectable properties of the input of the surface of the first conduit. The diameter of the sealing element typically exceeds the outside diameter of the first conduit by a range of 5% to 50%. | 07-30-2015 |
20150308728 | SYSTEM FOR REGULATING TEMPERATURE OF WATER WITHIN A FOOD, ICE, BEVERAGE COOLER, OR THE LIKE - A cooling system for containers holding chilled foods and beverages within chilled water, is defined by a thermally insulated cooler or other chilling vessel including a quantity of ice, water, food, and/or beverages, and a safely comestible liquid having a lower freezing point than water mixed in the water, the chilling vessel having an input conduit and an output conduit originating in the vicinity of the chilling vessel. In thermal communication with input and output conduits of the chilling vessel is an endothermic element for removal of heat from a defined ambient geometry about the endothermic element, the ambient geometry forming a part of a liquid loop including liquids within the chilling vessel and the endothermic element. Also included is a thermostat in thermoelectric communication between the chilling vessel output conduit and a compressor within the refrigeration circuit, the thermostat for regulating a power input to the compressor to control a temperature of re-circulated liquids to the chilling vessel to a temperature suitable for comestibles stored within liquids in the chilling vessel. | 10-29-2015 |
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20130034789 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN A FUEL CELL - A bipolar plate assembly includes a first material and a second material. The second material has an in-plane thermal conductivity greater than the first material. The second material has a width and a thickness. A ratio of the width to the thickness of the second material is between 50 and 400. | 02-07-2013 |
20130034790 | FUEL CELL STACK HAVING A STRUCTURAL HEAT EXCHANGER - Disclosed are fuel cell stacks incorporating heat exchangers capable of also acting as members to compress the fuel cell stack. Heat exchange through conduction is enabled by placing the heat exchanger into contact with the edges of the bipolar plates. A compressive force within the fuel cell stack is achieved by placing the heat exchanger in tension between the endplates at the opposite ends of the fuel cell stack. | 02-07-2013 |
20130034797 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY HAVING AN ENCAPSULATED EDGE - A bipolar plate assembly includes at least one bipolar plate and an insert member in engagement with the at least one bipolar plate. The insert member has an encapsulant encapsulating at least a portion thereof. | 02-07-2013 |
20130034799 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY HAVING A RECESS AND AN INSERT MEMBER FOR PLACEMENT IN THE RECESS - A bipolar plate assembly includes a first bipolar plate and a second bipolar plate. The second bipolar plate has a recess. An insert member is disposed between the first and second bipolar plates and within the recess of the second bipolar plate. | 02-07-2013 |
20130034800 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY HAVING AN INSERT MEMBER - A bipolar plate assembly includes at least one bipolar plate and at least one insert member configured for face-to-face engagement with the at least one bipolar plate. The at least one insert member has a preformed cutout. | 02-07-2013 |
20130034801 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY HAVING AN ADJUSTMENT MEMBER - A bipolar plate assembly includes a first bipolar plate and a second bipolar plate having a recess therein. An insert member is disposed between and in engagement with the first and second bipolar plates and located in the recess in the second bipolar plate. An adjustment member adjusts the engagement between the insert member and at least one of the first and second bipolar plates. | 02-07-2013 |
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20090086025 | CAMERA SYSTEM - A remote surveillance system (the system) of the present invention is designed to have a long independent operation, portability, and wireless transmission of digital data from any location worldwide. The system includes a hybrid power element having novel hydrogen storage and generation device, light weight polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell, and the low power and low weight electronics. The system also includes multiple day/night cameras, motion detector, global positioning system (GPS), and wireless module. The system is packed in a back pack case and is easily carried between multiple locations due to low weight and compacts size. | 04-02-2009 |
20090123784 | FUEL CELL MODULE - The invention relates to the design and manufacturing of a symmetrical polymer electrolyte fuel cell (the cell module) having two cells arranged in mirror symmetry with respect to a central plane of a non conductive fuel manifold. The symmetrical dual cell configuration allows application of adhesive seals for the innermost fuel electrodes. These seals are formed by gluing two membrane electrode assemblies to the opposing faces of the central manifold. The cell module employed as an array of individual modules, or combined into planar or stacked fuel cell configurations. | 05-14-2009 |
20110214930 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE OF VEHICLE BATTERIES - Systems and methods for controlling a temperature of a plurality of batteries of a vehicle are described. The systems and methods may transfer heat from a fuel cell system to the plurality of batteries of the vehicle. The heat produced by the fuel cell system may be transferred to the plurality of batteries through at least one heat transfer system. | 09-08-2011 |
20130171545 | FUEL CELL HAVING MINIMUM INCIDENCE OF LEAKS - The disclosure relates to an electrochemical assembly and a method of making an electrochemical assembly. | 07-04-2013 |