Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
403024000 | STRUCTURALLY INSTALLED IN DIVERSE ART DEVICE | 45 |
20080253830 | Method of Installing Anchor Bolt, Method of Drilling Anchor Bolt Hole, and Drilling Device - An object of the present invention is to install an anchor bolt with sufficient strength without lowering strength even when a reinforcing member exists. According to the present invention, in a method of installing an anchor bolt in a fixing surface, first, a first fixing hole for fixing the anchor bolt is drilled in the fixing surface. Then, a second fixing hole is drilled from a distal end portion of the first fixing hole in an inclined state. Afterward, an anchor bolt bent at a middle portion thereof is fixed to the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole. | 10-16-2008 |
20080286036 | ARTICULATION JOINTS FOR STEERABLE MEDICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - A method of constructing an articulation joint includes forming a metallic tube with a number of rings formed therein. Springs may be secured to the inside surface or outside surface of the rings to allow the joint to bend in directions transverse to the axis of the springs. A fixture may be used to hold the springs at the correct position within the tube and the springs may be urged toward the rings or vice versa to obtain a good bond between the springs and the rings. | 11-20-2008 |
20090016806 | DISPLAY SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a display system having a large number of display panels. Each display panel comprises a large number of light-emitting elements. The display system further includes a system control for actuating the display panels and a data bus which connects the system control to each of the display panels. | 01-15-2009 |
20090060636 | POSITIONING ARRANGEMENT FOR COMPONENTS OF A PRESSURE VESSEL AND METHOD - The positioning arrangement comprises at least one pair of complimentary rounded recesses, each recess being provided on the mating face of the corresponding component. One ball is positioned between each pair of complementary recesses. | 03-05-2009 |
20090123221 | System quick disconnect termination or connection for cryogenic transfer lines - The present invention is an apparatus designed and configured to enable quick disconnect termination or connection for cryogenic transfer lines. The apparatus is a connector that will allow two lines to be connected and coupled for simultaneously allowing for fluid to occur and electrical communication to ensue. Connection and termination will occur successfully under a pressurized environment. | 05-14-2009 |
20090162137 | LINER FOR DRUM AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - A lined drum includes a drum having a wall with an inner surface. The lined drum also includes a plurality of liner segments, each liner segment having inner and outer opposing surfaces, opposing side edges, and opposing end edges, the outer surface of the liner segment facing the inner drum surface and the side edges of adjacent liner segments being spaced from each other to define a space therebetween, and at least one retainer having opposing side edges overlapping the side edges of the adjacent liner segments, the at least one retainer attached to the wall of the drum in the space between the side edges of the adjacent liner segments. The lined drum may also include a plurality of bar segments, each bar segment attached to the wall of the drum and at least one retainer. | 06-25-2009 |
20090196679 | STANCHION SYSTEMS, STANCHION ATTACHMENT SYSTEMS, AND HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEMS INCLUDING STANCHION SYSTEMS - A stanchion system, includes a stanchion post and an attachment system for attachment to a flange which includes a first edge and a second edge. The attachment system includes a crossbar including an extending section and an abutment member on a first end thereof to abut the first edge of the flange; a base including a passage through which the extending section of the crossbar is movable and a seating for the stanchion post; and a connector including a first section and a second section. The second section of the connector is attachable to the extending section of the crossbar at one of a plurality of incremental positions. The first section of the connector is movable relative to the second section to adjust the position of the first section relative to the abutment member of the crossbar. In several embodiments, the first section is movable relative to the second section to abut the base on a side of the base opposite the side upon which the flange is positioned to adjust the position of the first section relative to the abutment member. | 08-06-2009 |
20090297255 | DRIVE MEANS - A drive means for downhole use comprises an input shaft and an output shaft, the input shaft being coupled to a means of rotation, the input shaft and the output shaft being torsionally coupled, the output shaft being coupled to the rotor of the progressive cavity pump, the input shaft lies in a first axis and the output shaft lies in a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis but spaced from it so that the output shaft rotates about its axis while describing a circular path. | 12-03-2009 |
20090304437 | CLAMP ARRANGEMENT - A clamp arrangement for a vehicle includes a shackle having two legs and a clamping device for clamping together and fixing a first threaded shaft section to a second threaded tubular section when the shackle is arranged on the second threaded tubular section in which the clamp arrangement includes a positioning device intended to interact with an opposing slot in the first threaded shaft section for rotationally locking the clamp arrangement in relation to the first threaded shaft section. A predefined orientation of a clamp arrangement in a clamped connection is permitted. | 12-10-2009 |
20090304438 | CONNECTING ELEMENT AND USE OF SUCH A CONNECTING ELEMENT FOR FASTENING AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS IN THE CASE OF A CFK-METAL HYBRID CONSTRUCTION - The present invention relates to the use of connecting elements for fastening CFK components and metal components in an aircraft or spacecraft, wherein a CFK component and a metal component can be connected to each other via at least one connecting element. The connecting element in this case is produced from an electrically non-conducting material, or has a shank and is produced from an electrically conducting or non-conducting material, wherein the shank is provided with a sleeve consisting of an electrically non-conducting material. | 12-10-2009 |
20090311038 | METHOD OF CONFIGURING A CONSTRUCTION - The invention discloses a method of configuring a construction made of plurality of straight rods and a plurality of connecting elements comprising providing a plurality of agents connecting the plurality of agents to the straight rods wherein by rotating the agent about the rod, the rod is transformed into a rotational axle. The method further comprising adjusting an angle of the agent in respect of the rod. Rotating the agents about the rods in different angles can provide the desirable configuration of the construction. | 12-17-2009 |
20090317175 | SLIDEABLE LINER LINK ASSEMBLY - An example engine assembly includes a first attachment structure secured to an engine casing or an engine liner, and a second attachment structure secured to the other of the engine casing or the engine liner. A sliding member is held by the first attachment structure and is slideable relative to the first attachment structure between a first position and a second position. A pin structure moves with the sliding member between the first position and the second position. A link is pivotally connected to the second attachment structure and the pin structure. | 12-24-2009 |
20090317176 | CABLE CONNECTION STRUCTURE - A connection end portion of a inner member is provided with engagement projections and a connection end portion of a stay is formed with reception grooves that are capable of axially receiving the engagement projections. When operation cable is axially inserted into a cylindrical support, the engagement projections are axially received in insertion grooves and are retained in terminal end positions thereof that are bent in a circumferential direction. When the stay is axially inserted into the cylindrical support in this condition, the engagement projections are axially received in the reception grooves and move to terminal end positions thereof that are bent in an opposite circumferential direction. As a result, the operation cable is positioned in an axial connection condition in which the operation cable is suspended in the stay. | 12-24-2009 |
20100028074 | Attachment System and Method for Thermal Protection System - An attachment system for mounting a tile of a thermal protection system to a substructure comprises a post assembly configured to interconnect the tile to the substructure. The post assembly is configured to allow relative sliding movement between the tile and the substructure along a plane which is generally parallel to the tile. The attachment system facilitates installation and removal of the tile from the substructure for inspection, maintenance and repair of the tile and/or the substructure. | 02-04-2010 |
20100047006 | CONNECTOR AND METHODS OF USING A CONNECTOR - Embodiments disclosed herein provide a connector and a method of using a connector. A connector for joining a cable with an anchor comprises a first end, a second end and a spacer extending between the first end and the second end. An opening is disposed at the first end. The opening has a configuration that mirrors a configuration of the anchor. Means for joining the cable to the connector is disposed at the second end. An extension is disposed adjacent the spacer for facilitating juncture of the cable and the connector. In a method, the anchor is applied to a support surface and the first end and the anchor are joined. A tool that moves the cable in proximity to the means for joining is connected with the extension. The tool is activated to bring the cable closer to the means for joining. A portion of the cable is inserted into the means for joining the cable to the connector. A further connector comprises a first end and a second end. Means for joining a cable to the connector is disposed at the second end. An extension is disposed substantially between the first end and the second end for facilitating juncture of the cable and the connector. In each embodiments the connector is a single, unitary piece. | 02-25-2010 |
20100098481 | AERODYNAMIC SKIRT SECURING MECHANISM - A securing mechanism adapted to secure struts to a trailer is provided, the securing mechanism comprising a pair of clamps adapted to be secured to the strut to clamp a frame member of the trailer therebetween. A method of securing a strut to a trailer is also provided, the method comprising providing a strut; providing a pair of clamps; positioning an end of the strut adjacent to a side of a frame member of the trailer; positioning the pair of clamps on an opposed side of the frame member; and securing the pair of clamps to the strut to clamp the frame member therebetween. A securing mechanism kit for securing a strut to a frame member of a trailer is equally provided, the kit comprising a pair of clamps; and a strut. | 04-22-2010 |
20100111592 | Threaded Retention Device for Downhole Transmission Lines - An apparatus for retaining and tensioning an end of a transmission line includes a nut element having internal threads configured to engage an externally threaded transmission line, such as an externally threaded coaxial cable, thereby retaining an end of the transmission line. The internal threads may form a passageway extending from a first end of the nut element to a second end of the nut element. This passageway may allow a transmission line to pass through the nut element. A socket may be incorporated into one end of the nut element to enable a tool to apply torque thereto. A corresponding method is also disclosed. | 05-06-2010 |
20100119296 | Movable armature and methods for creating a sculpture - A movable armature for creating a sculpture and related methods of use are described herein. The armature includes a plurality of rigid members, each having a shape representing part of an object to be sculpted. Each rigid member is pre-formed to be proportional in size to each other rigid member. One or more movable members are usable to connect adjacent rigid members, thereby providing a range of motion between two connected rigid members. The movable armature thereby eliminates mistakes relating to proportionality, while enabling continuous positioning and repositioning of the armature throughout the sculpting process. | 05-13-2010 |
20100129139 | Joining Member and Joining Structure - There is provided a joining member to which wooden pieces can be attached and from which they can be detached, and a joining structure including the joining member without causing deterioration in an appearance of the wooden pieces. The joining member is placed between the plural wooden pieces ( | 05-27-2010 |
20100129140 | CONNECTOR FOR A LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM IN A COMPUTER - A connector and a connection system for a liquid cooling system for a computer are provided. The connector has a cylindrical base and a sealing ring encircling the base. A retaining channel is provided on the base to receive a retaining device. One of the components in the liquid cooling system has a liquid port with a cavity having an inner surface, an opening in fluid communication with the cavity and a fluid passage in fluid communication with the cavity. The base of the connector is sized to fit within the liquid port so that when the base is inserted in the liquid port, the sealing ring is forced against an inner surface of the liquid port, forming a seal between the sealing ring and the inner surface of the liquid port. | 05-27-2010 |
20100183361 | FLUID COUPLING AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING SAME - A coupling for liquid and gas applications has a valve cartridge loaded from a front end of the coupling. The valve cartridge includes a valve body, a valve member, and a valve spring. The valve member is within the valve body and the valve spring coaxially surrounds the valve member and is disposed between the valve body and the valve member. An aperture in the valve body allows the valve member to pass through the valve body. A stop ring is disposed between the valve cartridge and the front-end portion to secure the valve cartridge in the valve cavity. The valve cartridge is secured in a valve cavity of the coupling by the stop ring. The valve member includes a valve that is opened when a mating coupling is inserted into the coupling. The valve also operates to shut off the flow when the couplings are disconnected. | 07-22-2010 |
20100215425 | INNER TOP CORNER CONNECTOR OF CONTAINER BODY - An inner top corner connector of a container body which comprises an angled fitting made of elastic ABS or PVC material and having an angle of 95°-105°, an inner roof sheet connecting portion of the angled fitting is provided with an outer seal blade inclining upward near an end thereof at an outer side thereof. An inner side panel connecting portion of the angled fitting is provided with a connecting plate for connecting a top end of the inner side panel of the container body. The connecting plate is provided with a guide blade. An inserting groove is jointly formed by the guide blade, the inner side panel connecting portion and a part of the connecting plate. The inner roof sheet connecting portion and the inner side panel connecting portion have warping portions directing outward at ends thereof, respectively. | 08-26-2010 |
20100226709 | TANGENTIAL NON-DIMENSIONAL INTERFACE MODULE - A connector component comprises opposing angled portions that join with opposing connector interfaces. One connector interface can be used to connect to a structure at a wide range of angles, while the opposing connector interface can be used to connect to another wall with a substantially planar connection. The connector interface provides efficient connection between two structures at a wide range of angles. | 09-09-2010 |
20100247231 | CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING A SUPPORTING ARM TO AN AXLE BODY - A connection system for connecting a supporting arm to an axle body comprises a first and a second supporting element each having a reinforced region, wherein the first and second supporting elements cooperate to substantially enclose the axle body, and wherein contact regions created between the first and second supporting elements are substantially vertically aligned. | 09-30-2010 |
20100284731 | Attaching Modules to a Medical Supply Unit - A medical supply unit including a carrier with longitudinal edges and longitudinal faces is provided such that the longitudinal faces are provided with openings at the faces of which resilient fastener elements are provided. These resilient fastener elements engage in built-in modules forming a part of one of the longitudinal faces in order to form a positive connection with the built-in modules. | 11-11-2010 |
20100296860 | Universal Framing Channel Mounting Bracket - An attachment system for securing conveyor components to a conveyor disposed between a pair of side guards. The side guards are U-shaped and have first and second side guard ends that extend perpendicularly from the opposite ends of a flat wall portion to a distal end. The first side guard end includes a first lip that defines a grooved portion. At least one framing channel extending between flat first and second channel ends is disposed between the first and second side guard ends. The first channel end includes a projection portion that extends from the first channel end to engage to the grooved portion to secure the first channel end adjacent the first side guard end. At least one tab extends outwardly from the second channel end to engage an end guard opening defined in the second side guard end to secure the framing channel to the side guard. | 11-25-2010 |
20110038663 | METHOD OF ATTACHING TWO LARGE STRUCTURAL MEMBERS - A method of attaching a first structural member to a second structural member, the method comprising the steps of: attaching a plurality of spaced apart female pieces to the first structural member, pivotally attaching a plurality of spaced apart male pieces to the second structural member, the positions of the male pieces corresponding to the positions of the female pieces, inserting the male pieces into the female pieces, and connecting the male pieces and respective female pieces together. | 02-17-2011 |
20110070018 | SYSTEM FOR ATTACHING AN ACCESSORY TO VEHICLE INTERIOR - A system for attaching accessories to a vehicle interior is provided. The system includes a quick-release receptacle formed in such surfaces as a windshield visor. Accessories having a T-shaped quick-release connector may be quickly and easily attached and removed for mounting on various surfaces of the vehicle interior. | 03-24-2011 |
20110076091 | BEAM BAR SNAP IN AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - This is directed to a hook and receiving element combination for securing components forming the shell of an electronic device. The receiving element can include a beam connected to the outer shell component and operative to deflect as the hook element approaches the receiving element. To limit deflections of the outer shell component, the beam can be restrained at opposing ends in directions perpendicular to the beam length, but free to slide along the beam axis. In some embodiments, the receiving element can include a lip for guiding the deflection of the beam as the beam contacts the hook element. In particular, the lip can ensure that the beam deflects at an angle relative to the hook element motion such that a smaller hook element motion is required to engage the beam. | 03-31-2011 |
20110081192 | Cone to Boom Interconnection - A cone to boom interconnection, the cone provided with an annular mating groove of the cone dimensioned to receive a distal end of the boom. At least one retention groove and at least one gasket groove provided in the sidewall(s) of the mating groove. Alternatively, the gasket groove may be provided in a distal end of the boom. A gasket seated in the at least one gasket groove, sealing between the sidewall of the mating groove and the boom. A glue between the boom and the annular mating groove. The glue adhered to the boom as an annular retention lip within the at least one retention groove, whereby the cone is mechanically retained upon the boom. | 04-07-2011 |
20110110706 | ADJUSTABLE CONNECTOR SYSTEM FOR CONNECTION TO A MODULAR APPLIANCE - An adjustable connector system for use in an appliance is provided, wherein the adjustable connector system includes a channel disposed on a surface of the appliance, an access aperture defined by a surface adjacent the channel, and a utility enabled connector at least partially received in the channel, and extending from the access aperture, wherein the utility enabled connector includes an elongated member configured to at least partially extend along the channel, and extend from the access aperture, and an interface adapted to supply at least one utility to a modular appliance configured to be removably attached to one of a plurality of removable attachment locations on the appliance. | 05-12-2011 |
20110123255 | TOOLHOLDER CONNECTOR AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEM - A toolholder connector having one threaded end and one end with a male quick change portion is threadingly engaged with a first toolholder having a threaded bore. The quick change connector also has a male quick change portion that is engaged within a side activated receiver of a second toolholder. Prior to activating the receiver, an alignment pin associated with the first toolholder is lined up with alignment slot associated with the second toolholder such that when the two are brought together, a pre-determined radial alignment will be retained. | 05-26-2011 |
20110250009 | Method and Apparatus for Reconfigurable Furniture - An apparatus for reconfigurable furniture includes a link assembly. The link assembly includes a plurality of link plates each including at least two parallel flat surfaces and at least one hole extending through the flat surfaces. A connecting rod extends through holes on the flat surfaces providing an axis of rotation for the link plates. Two end caps are joined to ends of the connecting rod where the end caps are operable to create a tension force along the connecting rod to provide a degree of rotational resistance between flat surfaces of the link plates. Means joins at least two link assemblies, wherein positions of the link plates are reconfigurable to form the furniture. | 10-13-2011 |
20120063838 | DOCKING MECHANISM FOR PATIENT TABLES - A docking mechanism attachable to a first table capable of docking the first table with a second table through at least one locking feature associated with the second table is disclosed herein. The mechanism comprises: a tapering receiving chamber having a locking groove for receiving the locking feature from the second table and a lock lever located adjacent to the locking groove, the lock lever being moved to dock the tables. A link lever is attached to a lock lever, the link lever being rotated through the lock lever to dock the locking feature with the locking groove. A gearing assembly is provided in association with the receiving chamber having a first gearing unit linked with a second gearing unit, the first gearing unit being connected to the link lever. The link lever rotates without rotating the first gearing unit while docking the tables and the lock lever rotates through the first and second gearing unit to undock the patient tables. | 03-15-2012 |
20120093571 | Cutter mat coupling device - A cutter mat coupling device includes two or more cutter mats each having a series of indicia and each having a lock member formed on a corner area, and one or more coupling members engaged with the lock members of the cutter mats for coupling the cutter mats together and for preventing the cutter mats from being disengaged from each other, the lock members are lock holes each having a greater inner space and a narrowed neck portion, and the coupling member includes two catches for engaging with the lock holes of the cutter mats and for stably or solidly coupling the cutter mats together and for preventing the cutter mats from being disengaged from each other. | 04-19-2012 |
20130094895 | CONSTRUCTION MACHINE WITH UPPER SLEWING BODY - Provided is a construction machine which comprises an upper slewing body including: a frame bottom plate formed with an downward opening; an undercover detachably attached to the frame bottom plate to close up the opening; and a connection member for connecting the undercover to the frame bottom plate. The undercover includes a cover-forming member made of a single plate fabricated to have a base portion extending along a lower surface of the frame bottom plate and a bulging portion bulging upwardly from the base portion to be inserted into the opening. The base portion has a contact area in an outer edge region thereof to make contact with the lower surface of the frame bottom plate from the lower side thereof. The connection member connects the bulging portion to a region of the frame bottom plate, the region located above the lower surface of the frame bottom plate. | 04-18-2013 |
20130343804 | WORKPIECE-SHAPING TOOL ASSEMBLY - A workpiece-shaping tool assembly has a drive shaft having an outer end centered on and rotatable about an axis and a tool fittable with the end of the drive shaft. A torque coupling is formed by shaft splines formed on the drive shaft and tool splines formed on the tool, complementary to the shaft splines, and interfitting with the shaft splines. A radial-force coupling is formed by an inner cylindrical shaft surface formed on the shaft axially offset from the shaft splines and centered on the axis and a respective inner cylindrical tool surface formed on the tool offset from the tool splines, centered on the axis, and radially juxtaposed and engageable with the inner shaft surface. | 12-26-2013 |
20140072362 | ADAPTOR FOR CONNECTING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING A CAMERA TO AN OPTICAL DEVICE - This invention comprises an adaptor device for connecting an electronic device having a camera to a range of optical devices, including but not limited to binoculars, monoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes, telescopes, and microscopes. This adaptor device has a plurality of protrusion that provide a self-centering and fitted connection between the electronic and optical device, so that the optical axes are aligned so that the user may take images or video on their electronic device through the optical device. The structure of the adaptor device allows the adaptor to fit a range of differently sized optical device, denoted by the diameter of the eyepiece end of the optical device. | 03-13-2014 |
20140093301 | DEVICE FOR CONNECTING VACUUM CLEANER BAG - According to the present invention, a device for connecting a vacuum cleaner bag is capable of using a regular garbage bag as a bag for collecting dust and garbage inside, and conveniently mounting and removing the bag on a lower side of a dust collecting device. | 04-03-2014 |
20150315788 | SLEEVE CONNECTOR - An implementation of a sleeve connector disclosed herein includes a base plate having an opening at the center for passing a threaded rod and a plurality of side plates, wherein each of the plurality of side plates includes an opening for passing a threaded bolt and wherein each of the plurality of side plates are connected at a bottom surface to the base plate by welding. In an alternative implementation, a plurality of beveled and threaded side plates of a sleeve connector are used to attach a first column with a second column. | 11-05-2015 |
20160046347 | COMPONENT MOUNTING STRUCTURE OF VEHICLE - A component mounting structure of a vehicle comprises a frame assembly having a recess which is recessed in a predetermined direction; an intermediate section accommodated in the recess and removably fastened to the frame assembly, and a mounting member used to mount a first adjacent component adjacent to the frame assembly to the frame assembly, and the mounting member includes a connection element connected to the intermediate section in an inner space of the recess and a support element which is continuous with the connection element and supports the first adjacent component in a state in which the connection element is exposed outside through an opening of the recess. | 02-18-2016 |
20160053814 | COUPLING AND ROTOR SHAFT FOR MOLTEN METAL DEVICES - A coupling has an opening and a protrusion extending downward from the opening. The protrusion has threads that are preferably positioned outside of the opening. A rotor shaft that connects to the coupling has an internal bore with threads that receives and retains the protrusion, such as by a threaded connection between the two, so the protrusion applies driving force to the shaft. | 02-25-2016 |
20160131506 | Sensor Arrangement, Sensor and Cable for use in Process Automation - A sensor arrangement for use in process automation, comprising: a sensor comprising at least one sensor element for recording a measured value in process automation, a first interface for transmitting a measured value depending on the measured value to a second interface, and a first mechanical coupling that comprises the interface; a cable for transmitting the measured value depending on the measured value to a superordinate unit comprising a second interface that is complementary to the first interface. A second mechanical coupling that is complementary to the first mechanical coupling, wherein the second interface and the second mechanical coupling are arranged in a cable housing at least in sections, wherein the sensor is connectible to the cable in a detachable way by means of the first mechanical coupling and the second mechanical coupling, particularly by way of a snap connection. The sensor is thus connectible to the superordinate unit via the cable, wherein the first and second interfaces are designed for bidirectional communication between sensor and superordinate unit, wherein the first and second interfaces ensure the energy supply of the sensor as well as the communication. The sensor arrangement is characterized in that the second mechanical coupling is arranged at an angle less than 180° to the longitudinal axis of the cable housing. Furthermore, the invention relates to a cable and a sensor. | 05-12-2016 |
20170231443 | Mounting Device | 08-17-2017 |
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20110243644 | Connector - A connector comprising a container-like fastener holder ( | 10-06-2011 |