| 07th week of 2013 patent applcation highlights part 6 |
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| 20130037023 | CONVERSION OF NITROGEN DIOXIDE (NO2) TO NITRIC OXIDE (NO) - A nitric oxide delivery system, which includes a gas bottle having nitrogen dioxide in air, converts nitrogen dioxide to nitric oxide and employs a surface-active material, such as silica gel, coated with an aqueous solution of antioxidant, such as ascorbic acid. A nitric oxide delivery system may be used to generate therapeutic gas including nitric oxide for use in delivering the therapeutic gas to a mammal. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037024 | Drug and Device Combination System for Flow and Volume Regulated Inhalation and a Method for Treatment of Severe Oral Corticosteroid-Dependent Asthma and Other Respiratory Diseases - A drug and device combination system used in a method for treatment of patients suffering from severe and oral corticosteroid-dependent asthma and other respiratory diseases requiring a treatment with orally administered steroids. The method for administration of the inhalable corticosteroid by a flow rate and volume regulated inhalation. The combination system of the inhalable corticosteroid and the device for regulating flow rate and volume of the inhalable corticosteroid and thus achieving delivery of said inhalable corticosteroid into the small airways of the lungs. The individually programmable device that assures safe and reproducible corticosteroid delivery compliant with treatment protocol. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037025 | GAS DRIVEN ANESTHESIA MACHINE AND INTEGRATED MANUAL/MECHANICAL VENTILATION DRIVING DEVICE THEREOF - An integrated manual/mechanical ventilation driving device comprising a movable or deformable internal chamber comprising a first port for air communication, the internal chamber being at least partially disposed within a movable or deformable external chamber comprising a second port for air communication, wherein when a driving gas enters a space between the external chamber and the internal chamber through the second port, the internal chamber is squeezed so that gas is expelled from the internal chamber through the first port, and wherein the external chamber is configured to be manually squeezed or deformed inwardly to contact and squeeze the internal chamber so that gas is expelled from the internal chamber through the first port. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037026 | RESPIRATORY APPARATUS - A respiratory device for delivering gas to a patient comprises a gases passageway having proximal and distal ends, and a supplementary gas inlet in a side wall of the gases passageway. The supplementary gas inlet is adapted to direct gas along an interior surface of the gases passageway, such that the gas follows a generally helical path towards the distal end of the gases passageway. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037027 | AIR PURIFIER APPARATUS - The invention relates to a modular, portable, air purifier and mask device capable of supplying filtered or otherwise conditioned airflow to an individual. More specifically, the present invention provides a modular air purification system that allows for the selection of multiple types of air treatment modules, power modules and mask devices. Through selective combination of a variety of modules, a desired air quality and condition is achieved. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037028 | SESSION-BY-SESSION ADJUSTMENT OF A DEVICE FOR TREATING SLEEP DISORDERED BREATHING - A method is disclosed for operating a device that treats sleep disordered breathing (SOB) during successive treatment sessions, where the device provides continuous positive airway pressure during sleep. The method comprises the steps of applying a constant treatment pressure during a first session and deriving a sleep disorder index (SOl) representative of the number of SOB episodes that occurred during the first session. If the treatment pressure should be increased based upon the derived SOl, it is increased during a second, subsequent session. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037029 | OXYGEN BREATHING DEVICE WITH REDUNDANT SIGNAL TRANSMISSION - The invention relates to an arrangement of a plurality of oxygen breathing devices, in particular for providing oxygen to passenger or crew of an aircraft, each oxygen breathing device comprising an oxygen source, wherein oxygen is stored, in particular in chemically bound form or compressed form, an oxygen guiding device for guiding oxygen from the oxygen source to a person. According to the invention, an arrangement of a plurality of oxygen breathing devices is provided, wherein a first one of said plurality of oxygen breathing devices further comprises an integrated transmitter comprising a sender adapted for wireless communication with a receiver of a second one of said oxygen breathing devices and a receiver adapted for wireless communication with a sender of said second oxygen breathing device. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037030 | PATIENT INTERFACE DEVICE WITH CHEEKBONE STABILIZATION - A patient interface device ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037031 | TUBE WITH PROTRUSIONS FOR INFLATABLE HARNESS OF BREATHING MASK | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037032 | MASK - A mask that can prevent spaces from forming between a mask body and a wearer's face. In the mask, the top base and bottom base of a left ear loop are joined to the mask body at a top joining part and bottom joining part, respectively. Also, the top base and bottom base of a right ear loop are joined to the mask body at a top joining part and bottom joining part, respectively. In the top joining parts, joining part bottoms, which are at the bottom in a second direction, are shifted away from rims in a first direction with respect to joining part tops, which are at the top in the second direction. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037033 | RESPIRATORY MASKS WITH GUSSETED CUSHIONS - A cushion for a full facial respiratory mask assembly includes a frame-connecting portion, a face-contacting portion, and a gusset portion disposed between and joining the frame-connecting and face-contacting portions. The gusset portion is structured to allow relative movement of a mask frame to occur towards and away from a patient's face, and the gusset portion includes a nasal bridge perimetrical region, a mouth perimetrical region and a transition perimetrical region. The nasal bridge perimetrical region comprises a w-shaped or concertina-type fold having little or no projected area relative to the face-contacting portion of the cushion. The mouth perimetrical region extends laterally outwardly to form an increased projected area relative to the face-contacting portion of the cushion. The transition perimetrical region extends laterally outwardly an amount intermediate of the nasal bridge perimetrical region and the mouth perimetrical region. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037034 | TRACHEOTOMY SHIELD - A tracheotomy shield includes a first sheet defining an opening extending therethrough. The opening in the tracheotomy shield is configured to receive a portion of a tracheotomy tube assembly and to establish a liquid-tight seal about the portion of the tracheotomy tube assembly. The first sheet is wholly supported by the tracheotomy tube assembly. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037035 | ENDOTRACHEAL CUFF AND TECHNIQUE FOR USING THE SAME - A multi-layer inflatable balloon cuff may be adapted to seal a patient's trachea when associated with an endotracheal tube. The outer layer and the inner layer of the balloon cuff may have different material properties that may enhance a cuff's mechanical pressure seal by reducing wrinkles or folds that may form against a patient's tracheal walls. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037036 | FOREARM AND HAND POSITIONING DEVICE - A radial artery of a patient is made accessible to an operator on the right side of the patient for performing a left radial artery accessed cardiac catheterization with a forearm and hand positioning device which includes first and second inflatable air bladders. The first air bladder extends longitudinally with an upper surface that, when the air bladder is inflated, supports and positions the forearm and hand of a patient with a radial artery of the patient remaining accessible to the operator. The second air bladder extends longitudinally beneath and is connected to the first air bladder and when inflated elevates the first air bladder and a forearm and hand of the patient held therein above a support for the patient's arm. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037037 | DENTAL APPLIANCE WITH ADJUSTABLE TONGUE REPOSITIONER - An embodiment of a device in accordance with the present invention is adapted to be positioned at least partially in a mouth of a user to reduce resistance of air flow in the oral pharyngeal region and to improve anatomic and functional relationships of the oral pharyngeal structure. The device comprises a base unit adapted to be removably mounted on a lower jaw of the mouth, a pair of tongue positioner guides, each tongue positioner guide connected at a proximal end to the base unit, and a pair of tongue positioners, each connected with a distal end of a corresponding tongue positioner guide. The tongue positioner guides each comprise a bendable material so that the pair of tongue positioners are repositionable relative to the base unit. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037038 | La lengua - The Present invention relates to children who have a problem expressing themselves. Boys tend to bottle things up inside. This invention will help them be more expressive in their daily lives. We make this toy by using mold gel alginate; it is placed over one of our models face. When it starts to gel we apply a second coat over the mouth. We, then remove and create airways. The invention comes in various colors. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037039 | TOBACCO SAVING DEVICE - The present invention is a tobacco saving device utilized by a cigarette smoked by a user that includes a hollow elongated tube with a first end to accommodate slight diameter variations in the cigarettes that are placed within the hollow elongated tube and a second end that receives a standard tobacco cigarette that is utilized to connect a cigarette filter at the one end and a half of the cigarette at the other end with a gap between the ends. The tobacco saving device can also utilize a filter pusher that includes a distal end, a proximal end, an elongated stem and a plunger head disposed on the distal end of the elongated stem to remove tobacco residue formed within the elongated tube. The device can also have a tapered end on one of the ends of the hollow elongated end. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037040 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MINIMIZING NORNICOTINE SYNTHESIS IN TOBACCO - Compositions and methods for reducing the level of nornicotine and N′-nitrosonornicotine (NNN) in tobacco plants and plant parts thereof are provided. The compositions comprise isolated polynucleotides and polypeptides for a root-specific nicotine demethylases, CYP82E10, and variants thereof, that are involved in the metabolic conversion of nicotine to nornicotine in these plants. Compositions of the invention also include tobacco plants, or plant parts thereof, comprising a mutation in a gene encoding a CYP82E10 nicotine demethylase, wherein the mutation results in reduced expression or function of the CYP82E10 nicotine demethylase. Seed of these tobacco plants, or progeny thereof, and tobacco products prepared from the tobacco plants of the invention, or from plant parts or progeny thereof, are also provided. Methods for reducing the level of nornicotine, or reducing the rate of conversion of nicotine to nornicotine, in a tobacco plant, or plant part thereof are also provided. The methods comprise introducing into the genome of a tobacco plant a mutation within at least one allele of each of at least three nicotine demethylase genes, wherein the mutation reduces expression of the nicotine demethylase gene, and wherein a first of these nicotine demethylase genes encodes a root-specific nicotine demethylase involved in the metabolic conversion of nicotine to nornicotine in a tobacco plant or a plant part thereof. The methods find use in the production of tobacco products that have reduced levels of nornicotine and its carcinogenic metabolite, NNN, and thus reduced carcinogenic potential for individuals consuming these tobacco products or exposed to secondary smoke derived from these products. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037041 | SMOKING ARTICLES AND USE THEREOF FOR YIELDING INHALATION MATERIALS - The present invention describes articles, such as smoking articles, that can provide an inhalable substance in a form suitable for inhalation by a consumer. The article comprises a cartridge with an inhalable substance medium therein, control housing that includes an electrical energy source and an electrical power source, and a heating member that may be located in either the cartridge or the control housing. The control housing further may include puff-actuated current actuation components and current regulation components. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037042 | SIMULATED SMOKING DEVICE - A simulated smoking device comprising a simulated cigarette having a cigarette-like shape and a refill device. A drawer is provided in the side of the refill device with a recess for the simulated cigarette. A resilient member biases the drawer open to allow access to the simulated cigarette. A latch is releasable by an inward movement of the drawer whereupon the drawer is unlatched and urged by the resilient member to the open position. The latch is automatically engageable upon closure of the drawer to hold the drawer in a closed position against the action of the resilient member. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037043 | SYSTEM COMPRISING AN ELECTRONIC MEANS EXECUTING A PROGRAM AND CONTROLLING AN ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM - A cosmetic or dermatological system includes a packaging and dispensing device including one or more compositions on the basis of which a product is delivered, an adjustment system coupled or able to be coupled to the packaging and dispensing device, making it possible to modify the amount dispensed and/or at least one property of the product dispensed by the packaging and dispensing device, an electronic means for executing a program and acting automatically on the adjustment system, or for indicating to the user an action to be exerted on the adjustment system, to make the adjustment evolve in the course of the use of the device, the program determining the evolution of the adjustment as a function at least of a quantity representative of the number of uses of said device or of the amount of said product or of at least one of said compositions and already dispensed. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037044 | PROCESS FOR PERMANENT SHAPING OF THE HAIR USING ULTRASOUND - The invention relates to a process for permanent reshaping of keratin fibres, in particular of the hair, comprising: a) a step of applying, to the keratin fibres, a reducing composition containing one or more reducing agents chosen from non-sulphur-containing reducing agents, protective thiols, sulphites, bisulphites or derivatives of sulphinic acid, b) an optional step of rinsing said fibres, then c) an optional step of fixing by oxidation, characterized in that the process comprises a step d) of applying, to the keratin fibres, ultrasonic waves delivered by a generator supplying mechanical vibrations of which the frequency is between 20 kHz and 1000 kHz, step d) being carried out after or during step a), it being possible for the process to optionally comprise a step e) of placing the keratin fibres under mechanical tension by means of a device capable of imposing a shape on said fibres. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037045 | USE OF AN AMINE AND/OR A QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUND FOR PROTECTING COLOUR OF ARTIFICIALLY COLOURED HAIR WITH RESPECT TO THE WASHING AND PROCESS THEREFORE - The present invention relates to the use of amine and quaternary ammonium compounds for protecting hair colour of artificially coloured hair with respect to the washing, according to general structure | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037046 | FLEXIBLE FLAT TOOTHPICK - A toothpick made of a flexible flat material, which is non-toxic, not brittle, and will not splinter, which takes the form of a substantially rectangular, elongate strip of said material which is pointed at each end, the points forming the tips of the toothpick. Said ends may be triangular, trapezoidal or hook-shaped. Furthermore, at the centre, the toothpick has a non-slip surface so that the user can get a better grip. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037047 | Method for machine cleaning and disinfecting objects - The invention concerns a method for machine cleaning and disinfecting objects, in particular medical and/or dental instruments and/or work equipment. According to the invention, the objects are ultrasonically cleaned in water in a working area of a cleaning and disinfection system, wherein after cleaning of the objects the water is removed from the working area up to a defined residual volume, The residual volume of water remaining in the working area is subsequently converted into water vapour by means of a heating element arranged in the working area ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037048 | POLYMER COMPOSITION - This invention relates to a polymer composition, comprising: water; a water-soluble polymer; and solid particulates of a sequestering agent. The composition may be used for decontaminating, cleaning and/or washing substrates contaminated with contaminants and/or contaminated materials. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037049 | Hygienic article - The technical decision is applied for cleaning exteriority of external male genital organs. The hygienic article consists of the handle made to the shape of a dowel with the possibility of grasping by thumb and index finger of human hand and the sheaf of sliced cleaning material. The handle is made from press paper; sanitary-hygienic paper is used as the sliced cleaning material. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037050 | CLEANER AND PATH CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF - A cleaner includes at least one cleaning component, a pump module, a driving module and a control system. The at least one cleaning component and the plate delimit at least one space. The pump module is connected to the at least one space to pump air out of the at least a space to form a negative air pressure in the at least one space so that the cleaner is sucked on the plate. The driving module is connected to the at least a cleaning component to drive the at least a cleaning component. The control system is coupled to the pump module and the driving module and controls the driving module to cause the at least one driven cleaning component to make a movement on the plate. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037051 | Apparatuses, Systems and Methods for Cleaning Photovoltaic Devices - Embodiments of solar panel cleaning apparatuses, solar panel cleaning systems, and solar panel cleaning methods are disclosed. In certain embodiments, the disclosed solar panel cleaning apparatuses, systems and methods do may not require any water or other cleaning liquids in the whole cleaning process, which makes them prominent well suited in for water-deficit environments such as deserts. In one embodiment, the solar panel cleaning apparatus comprises one or more rotatable brushes each having a rotational axis and a drive configured to move each of the one or more rotatable brushes in a direction that is not perpendicular to the rotational axis. The solar panel cleaning apparatus is may be configured such that the angle of the rotational axis of at least one of the one or more rotatable brushes is adjustable relative to the direction of travel. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037052 | PLATEN CLEANING METHOD - A method for cleaning a workpiece support that includes using a workpiece that has been coated on its bottom surface with a suitable material is disclosed. This specially coated workpiece is placed on the support, and some time later, it is removed, taking with it particles from the support. In certain embodiments, the workpiece undergoes an ion implantation process to increase its temperature, and to increase the tackiness of the coating on the bottom surface. The material used to coat the bottom can be of variable types, including photoresists, oxides and deposited glasses. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037053 | Debris Removal in High Aspect Structures - A system for removing debris from a surface of a photolithographic mask is provided. The system includes an atomic force microscope with a tip supported by a cantilever. The tip includes a surface and a nanometer-scaled coating disposed thereon. The coating has a surface energy lower than the surface energy of the photolithographic mask. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037054 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING IMAGING LENS - Disclosed is a method for producing an imaging lens in which a plurality of layers including one or more wafer lenses each provided with a lens portion that is formed from a curable resin are laminated on at least one surface of a substrate. The method for producing an imaging lens comprises, before lamination of the plurality of layers including the wafer lenses, a first lens portion cleaning step wherein carbon dioxide cleaning of the lens portions is carried out by spouting carbon dioxide so as to form dry ice particles and by causing the dry ice particles to hit on the lens portions of the wafer lenses or the vicinities of the lens portions. Consequently, deterioration of optical performance, changes in optical performance due to moisture absorption, and separation of the resin from the substrate can be prevented. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037055 | CLEANING METHOD, CLEANING APPARATUS - Transferring plural semiconductor substrates under a state being held with predetermined intervals; holding the plural semiconductor substrates with roll brushes provided in plural pieces by each front side and back side of the plural semiconductor substrates, longitudinal directions of the roll brushes being oriented in parallel relative to the front side and the back side; and cleaning the plural semiconductor substrates by rotating the plural roll brushes. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037056 | SYNERGISTIC INTERACTION OF WEAK CATION EXCHANGE RESIN AND MAGNESIUM OXIDE - The present invention relates to methods, apparatuses, and systems for treating water. The methods, apparatuses and systems reduce scaling associated with solubilized water hardness using a sequence of water treatment agents, including a first threshold agent shedding weak cation exchange resin and a second magnesium compound conversion agent water treatment. The system or apparatus and methods according to the invention provide synergistic reduction of hard water scaling and elimination of cementing on the insoluble magnesium compound. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037057 | MINIMAL ENTRY METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLEANING FLUID CONTAINERS - A system for cleaning a container that includes a cleaner positioned inside the container that includes a spray nozzle, an arm configured to move the nozzle, and a fluid recovery device positioned inside the container. The fluid recovery device may include a return line configured to convey a waste fluid from the container and an injection line. The injection line may add a flow additive internal or external to the return line. The system may also include a supply pump positioned outside the container; and a retrieval pump positioned outside the container. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037058 | HYDROCHLOROFLUOROOLEFIN-BASED CLEANING COMPOSITIONS - The invention relates to the use of a liquid composition including | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037059 | MEANS FOR IMPROVED LIQUID HANDLING IN A MICROPLATE - An apparatus for improving fluid exchange across a microplate. A microplate having one or more internal modifications which aid the introduction and removal of fluids from the wells of the plate and minimize the damage caused to biological matter located therein upon introduction or removal of a pipette tip and/or fluids, and/or an apparatus for inclining the microplate at an angle from the horizontal and retaining the microplate in the inclined position, to facilitate fluid introduction and aspiration from the wells of the microplate. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037060 | METHOD FOR PURGING POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE FROM AN EXTRUSION BLOW MOLDING APPARATUS - A method for purging a molten thermoplastic material from a blow molding system. The method includes the steps of feeding the molten thermoplastic material into a flow head operably connected to a purge diverter valve including a channel and a closing member; opening the closing member, wherein the opening step diverts the thermoplastic material from the flow head into the channel and causes the thermoplastic material to flow through the channel; and collecting the thermoplastic material flowing through the channel. The method can be used to purge molten thermoplastic materials such as polyethylene terephthalate especially from an upward extruding blow mold system. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037061 | Apparatus and Method for Cleaning Air Filters - An apparatus for cleaning air filters utilizes a pressurized fluid flow, preferably air, to rotate a set of air spraying jets inside a hollow interior of a filter in order to remove particles from the filter. To ensure proper positioning of the jets in relation to the filter the present invention uses a set of plates with slots and pins, wherein the pins secure the apparatus on one end of the filter. The set of plates also at least partially blocks the flow of air out of the ends to more efficiently direct the flow of air from the jets to the filter. The jets then may be moved reciprocated along the length of the filter for cleaning purposes. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037062 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CLEANING DEPOSITION CHAMBER PARTS USING SELECTIVE SPRAY ETCH - In one aspect, a method of cleaning an electronic device manufacturing process chamber part is provided, including a) spraying the part with an acid; b) spraying the part with DI water; and c) treating the part with potassium hydroxide. Other aspects are provided. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037063 | MATTRESS SANITATION SYSTEM - A mobile mattress sanitizing and cleaning system. A cleaning chamber and drying chamber may be located within the body of truck which may also carry a water supply and steam generator. The cleaning and drying chambers are dimensioned and configured to receive a mattress therein, and may be separate or combined. The mattress is steam cleaned in the cleaning chamber and air dried in the drying chamber. The cleaning and drying chambers may face the rear of the truck to facilitate loading and may be oriented such that mattresses stand on edge when being cleaned and dried. The system may include a water purifier. Drying may be conducted by blowers mounted to the drying chamber. Drying air may be heated. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037064 | DEVICE AND PROCESS FOR GENERATING A PULSED JET OF A LIQUID FLUID - In order to provide a device for generating a pulsed jet of a liquid fluid comprising a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet and a blocking element arranged between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet, which cyclically closes and opens a fluid passage between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet, which device enables an improved mechanical action on an object subjected to the pulsed jet, it is proposed that the device comprises at least one bypass, through which a liquid fluid can also be fed to the fluid outlet during a closing phase of the blocking element. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037065 | DISHWASHER COMPRISING A MICROFILTER - The dishwasher ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037066 | Beach Umbrella Shovel Anchor - A combination earth anchor and shovel capable of being used as an earth excavating tool and anchoring device having a particular application to secure an outdoor umbrella in soil. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037067 | SHAFT STRUCTURE OF AUTOMATIC UMBRELLA - The present invention provides a structure of shaft of automatic umbrella, which includes a shaft assembly including a second section having a top end fixed to an internal plug. An inner tube is fixed at a top end thereof to the internal plug and receives therein an operation tube having a bottom coupled to an operation plug. The inner tube receives in a top portion thereof a pulley around which an operation cable wraps. An end of the operation cable is fixed to the bullet-like member and an opposite end fixed to the operation plug. To open the umbrella, a push button is depressed and an expansion spring pushes upward the second section so that the runner cable and the operation cable drive the runner and a third shaft section upward to completely open the umbrella. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037068 | RETRACTABLE AWNING - A retractable awning. The retractable awning may include a screen that may be extended and retracted, a first motor arranged to extend the screen, a second motor arranged to retract the screen, and a control unit arranged to control the first motors and the second motor. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037069 | COLLAPSIBLE, PORTABLE STRUCTURE - A collapsible portable structure which may provide a play environment for children has side walling defining an upright corner region with a free side edge and a canopy which straddles the corner region. The canopy may provide a roof-like cover or at least a partial enclosure. The side walling is formed by at least one continuous loop of a flexible coilable rod supporting a flexible fabric panel. Thus there may be one curved or angular panel, or two adjoining panels or panel sections. The canopy is of flexile fabric and is attached to the fabric of the side walling at a location spaced inwardly from the free edge of the side walling. The canopy is supported separately from the side walling panels by at least one separate pole. A ground sheet may optionally be provided extending across the corner region between the lower edges of the side walling. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037070 | SEEBECK/PELTIER THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT WITH PARALLEL NANOWIRES OF CONDUCTOR OR SEMICONDUCTOR MATERIAL ORGANIZED IN ROWS AND COLUMNS THROUGH AN INSULATING BODY AND PROCESS - A novel and effective structure of a stackable element (A | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037071 | THERMOELECTRIC MODULE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A THERMOELECTRIC MODULE - A thermoelectric module which has at least one thermoelectric element for converting energy between thermal energy and electrical energy. The at least one thermoelectric element has a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. The thermoelectric module further has a first electrode, the first electrode having at least a first region which is arranged directly on the first surface and a second electrode, the second electrode having at least a second region which is arranged directly on the second surface. At least one of the first region and the second region has a metal alloy which exhibits an Invar effect. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037072 | SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTOR SYSTEM - A solar energy collector system ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037073 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING CURRENT AND INCREASING VOLTAGE IN THERMOELECTRIC SYSTEMS - A thermoelectric assembly and method are provided. The thermoelectric assembly can extend at least partially around a perimeter of a first fluid conduit. The thermoelectric assembly can include a plurality of thermoelectric sub-assemblies aligned with one another along the perimeter of the first fluid conduit. Each thermoelectric sub-assembly can include a plurality of thermoelectric elements in parallel electrical communication with one another, and a plurality of electrically insulating elements to prevent current flow in a plane perpendicular to the first direction between adjacent thermoelectric sub-assemblies. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037074 | THIN FILM SOLAR CELL STRING - Thin film PV cells and strings of such cells that may be electrically joined with conductive tabs or ribbons. A semi-flexible, electrically conductive adhesive is applied to join the tabs to the front and back of a cell, providing a conductive pathway between the tab and solar cell, with good adhesion to both. The tabs may be constructed of one or more materials having a thermal expansion coefficient that closely matches that of the substrate material of the cells, so that when the string or module is subsequently heated, mechanical stress between the tab and solar cell is minimized. The semi-flexible nature of the ECA also acts to relieve stress between the tab and the solar cell, decreasing the possibility of adhesion failure at critical locations. One or more dielectric materials may be applied to the PV cells and/or the tabs in regions where a tab crosses the edge of a cell, to avoid electrical shorting between the negative and positive electrodes of the cell. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037075 | MOUNTING INTERFACE FOR A PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE - The invention relates to a mounting interface configured for a photovoltaic module ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037076 | SOLAR PANEL AND ELECTRODE STRUCTURE THEREOF AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - A solar panel and an electrode structure thereof and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The electrode structure comprises a first conductive structure and a second conductive structure. The first conductive structure is electrically connected to a plurality of first pole contacts of a first solar cell. The second conductive structure is connected to the first conductive structure, and the first and the second conductive structures are substantially extended along a line. The second conductive structure is electrically connected to a plurality of second pole contacts of a second solar cell. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037077 | SOLAR MODULE HAVING MULTIPLE JUNCTION BOXES - The present invention provides a solar module having multiple junction boxes, including solar panels, which are series-connected in series via tabbing ribbons and junction boxes. The junction boxes include a junction box with diodes which has by-pass function, and junction box without diodes which has power output function. The junction box with diodes and the junction box without diodes are connected to the solar panels respectively via bus ribbons. The junction box with diodes and the junction box without diodes are connected via external cables. The junction box without diodes is connected to a junction box cable. By increasing the amount of junction boxes and decreasing the length of connecting solder ribbon the present invention solves the problem of relatively low output power and relatively high loss when the solar module in prior art is used. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037078 | ASSEMBLY TECHNIQUES FOR SOLAR CELL ARRAYS AND SOLAR CELLS FORMED THEREFROM - An assembly technique for assembling solar cell arrays is provided. During the fabrication of a solar cell, openings through the semiconductor layer are etched through to a top surface of the backmetal layer. The solar cells include an exposed top surface of the backmetal layer. A plurality of solar cells are assembled into a solar cell array where adjacent cells are interconnected in an electrically serial or parallel fashion solely from the top surface of the solar cells. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037079 | SOLAR CELL MODULE - A solar cell module includes: two solar cells, each including: a first main face and a second main face; a first electrode on the first main face, comprising a bus-bar electrode having at least one of an opening portion, notch portion, and gap portion; and a second electrode on the first or second main face having a polarity opposite to that of the first electrode; a wiring member that electrically connects the first electrode of one solar cell to the second electrode of another solar cell; and an electrically conductive connection layer that contacts the wiring member and the first main face. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037080 | TRANSPORTABLE SOLAR HARVESTER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A transportable solar harvester system for electrical generation in expeditionary, military, and commercial settings comprising: a photovoltaic array deployable in an open configuration and in a compact closed configuration; a set of stabilizing legs to enable stable positioning of the photovoltaic array in the open configuration; and an auxiliary power module connectable to the photovoltaic array, having system management functionalities to interface the system with other devices wherein the system is deployable from the compact closed configuration to the open configuration manually by two persons in less than 30 minutes and vice versa. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037081 | SOLAR TRACKER - The solar tracker comprises a base ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037082 | SOLAR TRACKER - The solar tracker comprises a base ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037083 | SOLAR CELL MODULE - A solar cell module is discussed. The solar cell module includes: a front substrate; a rear substrate facing the front substrate; and a plurality of solar cells disposed between the front substrate and the rear substrate. The rear substrate includes a base film made of PET and coating layers containing PVDF and formed on upper and lower sides of the base film. Due to this structure, since the rear substrate has improved durability and weatherproof property, reliability of the solar cell module including the rear substrate is improved. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037084 | Photovoltaic Module Light Manipulation for Increased Module Output - Crystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) cell-based and thin film PV material-based PV modules include a light management material configured to absorb solar energy incident on the PV module across a broad frequency spectrum and re-emit at least a portion of the absorbed solar energy in a narrow frequency spectrum at which the PV cells or PV materials are efficient at converting photon energy to electrical energy. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037085 | SOLAR CELL MODULE - The invention relates to a solar cell module which comprises a base having photovoltaically active zones and photovoltaically inactive zones, at least one diffractive element being arranged above at least one photovoltaically inactive zone of the base. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037086 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - A photovoltaic device and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The photovoltaic device includes: a substrate; a first conductive layer formed on the substrate; P layers and N layers alternately formed along a first direction on the first conductive layer; and I layers covering the P layers and the N layers on the first conductive layer, wherein the P layers and the N layers are separated from each other by a first interval, the I layers are formed between the P layers and the N layers that are separated by the first interval, and the P layers, the I layers, and the N layers formed along the first direction form unit cells. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037087 | Integrated Solar Module - Integrated solar modules are provided. In one example, a corner cap for coupling to a solar module is described. The solar module has a solar panel and a frame circumscribing the solar panel. The corner cap includes a first wall and a second wall. The first wall and the second wall define a corner angle substantially the same as an angle defined by a corner of the solar module. The corner cap includes a flange extending from the corner cap. The flange is configured for coupling the corner cap to a solar module. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037088 | FOUNDATION SYSTEM FOR SOLAR PANELS HAVING PREASSEMBLED FITTINGS - A foundation system for supporting solar panels provides longitudinal beams thereof that are pivotally supported on the transverse beams about axes running substantially coaxially to the longitudinal axis of the transverse beams or substantially horizontally, and fittings that are preassembled for fastening the longitudinal beams to the transverse beams, in which the fittings have pairs of clamping claws having members on a longitudinal beam side for clamping to the longitudinal beams in a fixed location, and on a transverse beam side for pivotally clamping to the transverse beams in a fixed location, and tie rods arranged between the longitudinal and transverse beam side members so that the clamping claws can be clamped against each other and against the longitudinal beams and the transverse beams. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037089 | DYE-SENSITIZED SOLAR CELL AND DYE-SENSITIZED SOLAR CELL MODULE - There are particularly provided a dye-sensitized solar cell and a dye-sensitized solar cell module that can ensure a sealing structure for, in particular, external connection terminals and can prevent an electrolytic solution from leaking from a solar cell. A dye-sensitized solar cell | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037090 | Capping Layers for Improved Crystallization - Techniques for fabrication of kesterite Cu—Zn—Sn—(Se,S) films and improved photovoltaic devices based on these films are provided. In one aspect, a method of fabricating a kesterite film having a formula Cu | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037091 | PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE - A photoelectric conversion device is disclosed. In one embodiment, the device includes i) first and second substrates facing each other, wherein first and second electrodes are formed on the first and second substrates, respectively and ii) an electrolyte inlet formed to pass through the first substrate and configured to receive an electrolyte. The device may further include an inlet sealing member connected to an external surface of the first substrate and outwardly extending from a top portion of the electrolyte inlet, wherein the top portion is formed in the external surface of the first substrate, and wherein the inlet sealing member comprises an encapsulation space being in fluid communication with the electrolyte inlet. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037092 | FERROELECTRIC DIODE AND PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICES AND METHODS - Provided are diodes and photovoltaic devices incorporating a single-crystalline ferroelectric or pyroelectric with remnant electric polarization sandwiched with transparent or semitransparent electrodes. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037093 | SUPERSTRATE SOLAR CELL - A method of fabricating a solar cell includes forming a front contact layer over a substrate, and the front contact layer is optically transparent at specified wavelengths and electrically conductive. A first scribed area is scribed through the front contact layer to expose a portion of the substrate. A buffer layer doped with an n-type dopant is formed over the front contact layer and the first scribed area. An absorber layer doped with a p-type dopant is formed over the buffer layer. A back contact layer that is electrically conductive is formed over the absorber layer. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037094 | CONDUCTIVE PASTES AND SOLAR CELLS COMPRISING THE SAME - A conductive paste is provided. The conductive paste includes a polymer matrix and a filler blended in the polymer matrix, wherein the filler is non-spherical and at least one dimension of the filler has a length greater than or equal to λ/2n, wherein λ is a wavelength of light reflected by the conductive paste and n is a refractive index of the filler, and the polymer matrix and the filler have a weight ratio of 3:7 to 7:3. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037095 | INTEGRATED SOLAR COLLECTORS USING EPITAXIAL LIFT OFF AND COLD WELD BONDED SEMICONDUCTOR SOLAR CELLS - There is disclosed ultrahigh-efficiency single- and multi-junction thin-film solar cells. This disclosure is also directed to a substrate-damage-free epitaxial lift-off (“ELO”) process that employs adhesive-free, reliable and lightweight cold-weld bonding to a substrate, such as bonding to plastic or metal foils shaped into compound parabolic metal foil concentrators. By combining low-cost solar cell production and ultrahigh-efficiency of solar intensity-concentrated thin-film solar cells on foil substrates shaped into an integrated collector, as described herein, both lower cost of the module as well as significant cost reductions in the infrastructure is achieved. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037096 | THICK FILM PASTE CONTAINING LEAD-TELLURIUM-LITHIUM-TITANIUM-OXIDE AND ITS USE IN THE MANUFACTURE OF SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES - The present invention is directed to an electroconductive thick film paste composition comprising electrically conductive Ag, a second electrically conductive metal selected from the group consisting of Ni, Al and mixtures thereof and a lead-tellurium-lithium-titanium-oxide all dispersed in an organic medium. The present invention is further directed to an electrode formed from the thick film paste composition and a semiconductor device and, in particular, a solar cell comprising such an electrode. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037097 | PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE WITH EDGE SEAL MASKING A BUS BAR - A photovoltaic module with at least one conductor extending along at least a portion of the peripheral edge of the module. A colored opaque edge seal extends over and in contact with at least a portion of the at least one conductor, to mask the appearance of the at least one conductor visible through a substrate. A method of forming the module is also described. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037098 | INFRARED REFLECTIVE LAMINATE - The infrared reflective layered product can reflect infrared radiation with certain wavelengths to prevent heat accumulation and, at the same time, has excellent heat resistance. The infrared reflective layered product comprises a layer (B) as a base layer, a layer (A) layered on one side of the layer (B), and a layer (C) layered on the other side of the layer (B). | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037099 | DEVICE FOR GENERATING SOLAR POWER AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - Disclosed are a solar cell apparatus and a method of fabricating the same. The A solar cell apparatus includes a substrate; a back electrode layer on the substrate; a light absorbing layer on the back electrode layer; and a window layer on the light absorbing layer, wherein the light absorbing layer is formed with a third through hole having a first width, and the window layer is formed with a fourth through hole having a second width larger than the first width, and the fourth through hole corresponds to the third through hole. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037100 | Thin Film Photovoltaic Solar Cells - A thin film photovoltaic solar cell ( | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037101 | PHOTOVOLTAIC CELL COMPRISING A REGION SUSPENDED BY A CONDUCTIVE PATTERN AND PRODUCTION PROCESS - The photovoltaic cell includes an electrically conductive passivation film separated from an electrically conductive collection layer and a substrate. An electrically conductive connection pattern maintains an area of the collection layer in suspension with respect to the passivation film. Suspension of the collection layer is obtained by making an etching agent pass through a permeable area of the collection layer. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037102 | BACK ELECTRODE TYPE SOLAR CELL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING BACK ELECTRODE TYPE SOLAR CELL - There is provided a back electrode type solar cell including: a silicon substrate of a first conductivity type; an electrode for the first conductivity type and an electrode for a second conductivity type provided at a back surface opposite to a light-receiving surface of the silicon substrate; and a first conductivity type impurity diffusion layer and a second conductivity type impurity diffusion layer provided at the back surface of the silicon substrate, the first conductivity type impurity diffusion layer and the second conductivity type impurity diffusion layer being adjacently provided, the first conductivity type impurity diffusion layer being provided at a peripheral edge of the back surface of the silicon substrate, and a method for producing the back electrode type solar cell. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037103 | BACK SHEET FOR SOLAR CELL MODULE AND SOLAR CELL MODULE - To provide a back sheet for a solar cell module, which is light in weight and excellent in productivity, wherein a coating film formed from a coating composition containing a fluorinated copolymer (A), which is formed on at least one side of a substrate sheet, is excellent in adhesion to the substrate and free from a problem of cracking, fracturing, whitening or peeling. A back sheet for a solar cell module, comprising a substrate sheet and, as formed on at least one side of the substrate sheet, a coating film formed from a coating composition containing a fluorinated copolymer (A); and a solar cell module using such a back sheet. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037104 | NANOPARTICLE ENHANCED SOLAR-CELL ABSORBER EFFICIENCY - Embodiment methods and structures include a resonant plasmonic nanostructure located within a thin-film solar cell. This plasmonic nanostructure may trap light and thereby improve the efficiency and light absorption of the cell without increasing physical thickness. In various embodiments, the plasmonic nanostructure may be located within a p-type semiconductor layer of the solar cell. In further embodiments, the index of refraction may vary within the p-type semiconductor layer. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037105 | FUSION FORMABLE ALKALI-FREE INTERMEDIATE THERMAL EXPANSION COEFFICIENT GLASS - A compositional range of high strain point and/or intermediate expansion coefficient alkali metal free aluminosilicate and boroaluminosilicate glasses are described herein. The glasses can be used as substrates or superstrates for photovoltaic devices, for example, thin film photovoltaic devices such as CdTe or CIGS photovoltaic devices or crystalline silicon wafer devices. These glasses can be characterized as having strain points ≧600° C., thermal expansion coefficient of from 35 to 50×10 | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037106 | PRECURSORS AND USES FOR CIS AND CIGS PHOTOVOLTAICS - Processes for making a photovoltaic layer on a substrate by depositing a first layer of an ink onto the substrate, wherein the ink contains one or more compounds having the formula M | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037107 | ADHESIVE LAYER FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE - A photovoltaic (PV) module comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive to attach solar cells and a dielectric layer to each other has been disclosed. The use of the pressure sensitive adhesive in the photovoltaic module can significantly simplify the module assembly process. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037108 | THERMODYNAMICALLY SHIELDED SOLAR CELL - The invention relates to solar cells. More particularly, the invention relates to arrangements and methods to increase the efficiency of solar cells. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037109 | METHODS OF MAKING ORGANIC PHOTOVOLTAIC CELLS HAVING IMPROVED HETEROJUNCTION MORPHOLOGY - Methods of making a photovoltaic device with an organic liquid precursor having electron donor, electron acceptor, and liquid carrier are provided. The liquid precursor is applied to an electrode. A gas permeable layer/stamp contacts and applies pressure to the organic liquid precursor removing liquid carrier to form a solid active material with uniform interpenetrating network domains of electron donor/acceptor materials. A two-step process is also contemplated. A liquid precursor with either electron donor or acceptor is applied to an electrode, contacted under pressure with a first stamp having a nanoscale pattern, thus forming a solid with a patterned surface. Then, a second liquid precursor with the other of the electron donor or acceptor is applied to the patterned surface, contacted with a second stamp under pressure to form the active material. A transparent conducting electrode with material nanograting can be formed. The methods also include continuous processing, like roll-to-roll manufacturing. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037110 | Particle-Based Precursor Formation Method and Photovoltaic Device Thereof - Techniques for fabrication of kesterite Cu—Zn—Sn—(Se,S) films and improved photovoltaic devices based on these films are provided. In one aspect, a method of forming metal chalcogenide nanoparticles is provided. The method includes the following steps. Water, a source of Zn, a source of Cu, optionally a source of Sn and at least one of a source of S and a source of Se are contacted under conditions sufficient to produce a dispersion of the metal chalcogenide nanoparticles having a Zn chalcogenide distributed within a surface layer thereof. The metal chalcogenide nanoparticles are separated from the dispersion and can subsequently be used to form an ink for deposition of kesterite films. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037111 | Process for Preparation of Elemental Chalcogen Solutions and Method of Employing Said Solutions in Preparation of Kesterite Films - Techniques for preparing chalcogen-containing solutions using an environmentally benign borane-based reducing agent and solvents under ambient conditions, as well as application of these solutions in a liquid-based method for deposition of inorganic films having copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), tin (Sn), and at least one of sulfur (S) and selenium (Se) are provided. In one aspect, a method for preparing a chalcogen-containing solution is provided. The method includes the following steps. At least one chalcogen element, a reducing agent and a liquid medium are contacted under conditions sufficient to produce a homogenous solution. The reducing agent (i) contains both boron and hydrogen, (ii) is substantially carbon free and (iii) is substantially metal free. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037112 | Mass Flow Controller Algorithm with Adaptive Valve Start Position - A mass flow controller (MFC), a method for calibrating an MFC, and a method for operating an MFC are disclosed. The MFC may include a valve that is adjustable between a closed position and an open position to control a flow rate of a fluid responsive to a control signal, a thermal mass flow sensor that provides an indication of the flow rate of the fluid, calibration data including data that relates the control signal to the flow rate of the fluid at a plurality of fluid flow rates, and a control system that provides, based upon the calibration data and run time data, an adjustable non-zero starting control signal to the valve when the valve is closed to more quickly respond to a set point signal. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037113 | HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM WITH PASSIVE CHARGING OF AN ACCUMULATOR - A hydraulic control system for a vehicle powertrain with an engine capable of being selectively turned on and turned off includes an accumulator, a plurality of fluid passages through which a fluid flows between the accumulator and a transmission associated with the powertrain, and a smart memory alloy (SMA) valve in fluid communication with at least one of the fluid passages. The SMA valve has a transition temperature. When the temperature of the fluid is less than or about equal to the transition temperature, the SMA valve closes, and when the temperature of the fluid exceeds the transition temperature, the SMA valve opens. When the SMA valve is closed, the accumulator cannot be charged with fluid, that is, the accumulator, does not fill with fluid, and when the SMA valve is open, the accumulator charges with fluid passively. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037114 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR EMERGENCY WATER STORAGE - A potable water storage system includes a plurality of water storage containers that are connected to a water inlet. Water flows through the water storage container to water outlets that provides water to the equipment and fixtures of the building. Routine consumption of water by systems and occupants in the building continually refreshes water in the storage containers, without requiring additional energy input or effort in routine operation. The system also includes a bypass pipe that connects the water inlet to the water outlet and bypasses the plurality of water storage containers. Valves are also coupled to the water storage system. In the event of an emergency where potable water is not available, the valves can be closed to isolate the potable water in the water storage containers. The water storage containers can provide emergency potable water to the people in the building and can be expanded or reconfigured. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037115 | METHOD FOR PERFORMING A HIGH THROUGHPUT ASSAY - A device and method is provided for performing a high throughput assay. The device includes a plate structure having a plate and a plurality of microfluidic structures positioned thereon. Each microfluidic structure defines a channel having an input and an output. At least one of the input and the output of the channel of each of the plurality of mircofluidic structures includes a first plurality of ports. In operation, the channels are filled with fluid and pressure gradients are generated between the fluids at the inputs and the fluids at the outputs of the channels. As a result, fluid flows through the channels toward the outputs. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037116 | FLUID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WITH FILTRATION - A fluid distribution system may include a by-pass fluid filter that combines high volume, in-tank fluid filtration with low volume fluid delivery to an external device such as an SCR injector. One or more outlet ports located along the fluid filter housing can be configured to discharge fluid toward other fluid distribution system components. In systems such as SCR systems, where the liquid reducing agent may freeze when not in use, directing already thawed liquid toward other system components can help thaw the frozen reducing agent at desired locations first. The fluid distribution system can also be arranged so that flow through the filter is in the same direction during the distribution cycle and during the purge cycle. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037117 | DRAG REDUCTION OF ASPHALTENIC CRUDE OILS - A method of introducing a drag reducing polymer into a pipeline such that the friction loss associated with the turbulent flow though the pipeline is reduced by suppressing the growth of turbulent eddies. The drag reducing polymer is introduced into a liquid hydrocarbon having an asphaltene content of at least 3 weight percent and an API gravity of less than about 26° to thereby produce a treated liquid hydrocarbon. The treated liquid hydrocarbon does not have a viscosity less than the viscosity of the liquid hydrocarbon prior to treatment with the drag reducing polymer. Additionally, the drag reducing polymer is added to the liquid hydrocarbon in the range from about 0.1 to about 500 ppmw. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037118 | MONOMER SELECTION TO PREPARE ULTRA HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT DRAG REDUCER POLYMER - The process begins by obtaining a first batch of monomers selected from a group of acrylates with a molecular weight equal to or less than butyl acrylate and/or methacrylate with a molecular weight equal to or less than butyl methacrylate. A second batch of monomers is then selected from a group of acrylates with a molecular weight greater than butyl acrylate and/or methacrylate with a molecular weight greater than butyl methacrylate. A mixture is then prepared by mixing the first batch of monomers and the second batch of monomers, wherein the second batch of monomers are greater than 50% by weight of the mixture. Finally, the mixture is polymerized to produce an ultra high molecular weight polymer. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037119 | VALVE CONTROL OF PUMP INLET PRESSURE WITH BOOTSTRAP RESERVOIR - A closed-loop system includes a pump driving a fluid through a series of conduits. A control system is included that minimizes pressure fluctuations in a bootstrap reservoir to maintain a desired minimum pressure at the pump inlet. Moreover, the control system reduces a maximum system pressure by reducing the magnitude of pressure fluctuations encountered by the bootstrap reservoir. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037120 | METHOD FOR THE COMPRESSION OF BOIL-OFF GAS - The invention relates to a method for compression of boil-off gas produced in the storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG), in which the boil-off gas is compressed in a single-stage or multistage manner and then fed to a further use. The boil-off gas (1) that is to be compressed undergoes a pressure elevation by means of at least one ejector (Y) and then warmed (E2), before being compressed (V) in a single-stage or multistage manner> The motive gas (2) used for the ejector (Y) is a substream of the compressed boil-off gas and/or a gas, the composition of which is substantially identical to or similar to that of the boil-off gas (1) and/or the addition of which to the boil-off gas does not adversely affect the intended use of the compressed boil-off gas. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037121 | DECOUPLING OF CONTROLLED VARIABLES IN A FLUID CONVEYING SYSTEM WITH DEAD TIME - In a method or apparatus for closed-loop-control of a fluid conveying system, at least one pump, at least one consumer, at least one controller valve, and at least one armature as an actuator of said control valve are provided. Pressure and volume flow rate of the consumer are controlled independently of each other by means of a decoupling controller. | 2013-02-14 |
| 20130037122 | PRESSURE INFLUENCING ASSEMBLY FOR AN AIRCRAFT AUXILIARY SYSTEM - An exemplary pressure influencing assembly for an aircraft auxiliary system an inlet opening to an aircraft auxiliary system and an exhaust opening from the aircraft auxiliary system. Both the inlet opening and the exhaust opening face at least partially radially away from an axis. At least some of the inlet opening is circumferentially aligned with at least some of the exhaust opening relative to the axis. | 2013-02-14 |
